Meet actor once hailed as Bollywood's next big thing, son of a 90s heartthrob, but fans failed to recognise him at his son's comeback premiere.., he is…
Meet actor once hailed as Bollywood's next big thing, son of a 90s heartthrob, but fans failed to recognise him at his son's comeback premiere.., he is…
In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, where fame is always fleeting, nothing is predictable. One star could be winning hearts one day, the next day they might be completely out of the picture, but a few films remain etched in our memories for the long haul. But in this ever-changing industry, a comeback holds a certain charm, especially when it comes after years of silence. While for an actor it could be a revival of their career, for others it could be reclaiming their name, reputation, and aspiration.
Once known as Bollywood's promising newcomers, later found himself in the middle of a controversy that pushed his life into the darkest, deepest hole. The actor we are talking about is none other than Sooraj Pancholi.
After nearly a decade of an elongated court battle and scrutiny in the controversial Jiah Khan case, Sooraj Pancholi is all set to make his comeback with the action-drama packed film Kesari that is expected to be released on May 23. Besides, Sooral in the supporting role, the film will see Suniel Shetty in the lead role.
Sooraj has been away from the industry for years, being embroiled in the controversy. He started his career in 2014 with a hero opposite Athiya Shetty. Besides that, he also worked in films like Time To Dance, Satellite Shankar, and Hawa Singh.
Sooraj's comeback is not only about reviving his professional career, but it is deeply emotional since it's about clearing his image and reclaiming his name.
Sooraj is all geared up for his return and is excited and grateful to be back on the big screen.
But besides Sooraj's comeback, what caught everyone's attention was Aditya Pancholi, father of Sooraj Pancholi's presence at the Kesari premiere. Once ruling the industry in the 90s, Aditya gave many blockbuster hits like Saathi, Yaad Rakhegi Duniya, Aatish, Yes Boss, Jung, etc.
As the video from Kesari's premiere resurfaced online, fans were quick to comment on Sooraj's appearance. However, what was surprising was that the fan couldn't recognise the veteran actor Aditya Pancholi.
At the premiere of Kesari, actor Aditya Pancholi got emotional while speaking about his son's return. During the Kesari premiere, he shared the amount of hard work Sooraj has put in his role despite his challenges, he also spoke about his faith in god and persistence that gave his family strength to keep moving forward. Aditya added, 'I'm very proud of him'. Sharing the same feelings, Sooraj's mother, Zarina Wahab, also shared her joy, expressing how Sooraj's return was long overdue and the film has done justice to his talent.
Sooraj Pancholi's return is not merely a comeback, it's a story of redemption and reclaiming reputation.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
India Today
7 hours ago
- India Today
R Madhavan recalls uncomfortable scene from Shaitaan: Had to be authentic
Actor R Madhavan recently spoke about his most challenging sequence from 'Shaitaan.' While speaking to actor Kajol, in a one-on-one interaction, Madhavan recalled how the urination scene in the supernatural horror took an emotional toll on actor, who was having a conversation with Kajol on JioStudios' YouTube channel for 'Maa', admitted feeling disgusted about the shot. In the sequence where his character forces her daughter to dance constantly, resulting in her wetting herself due to physical strain, Madhavan said, "It was a very sensitive scene."advertisement"There's this moment where I make my daughter dance through the night. She reaches a point where she can't hold it anymore and urinates. In the original version of the film, the approach to the scene was different. But here, I realised that even as a villain, if I looked at her during that moment, it would send out a completely different message. I needed the audience to feel disgust—not pity or justification," he added. The 'Kesari - Chapter Two' actor further said, "So, I wrapped myself in a blanket, deliberately avoiding looking at her. That decision not only worked for the character but gave me relief as an actor. I could step away emotionally while still staying true to the role. I simply tell the mother, 'Can you go help your daughter?'"advertisementMadhavan concluded, "There were many such moments during filming that made me deeply uncomfortable. But I had to find ways to stay authentic while protecting myself emotionally."'Shaitaan', directed by Vikas Bahl, was the Hindi adaptation of the Gujarati film Vash' (2023). It featured Ajay Devgn, Jyothika, and Janki Bodiwala alongside Madhavan in pivotal characters. The film is about a family held hostage by a mysterious man who exerts mind control over their daughter through upcoming mythological-horror 'Maa' is a spin-off to 'Shaitaan.' Both films have been produced by Devgn Watch
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Time of India
'Kesari Chapter 2' celebrates 50 days in theatres; Karan Johar expresses overwhelming gratitude
is filled with joy as 'Kesari Chapter 2' celebrates a successful 50-day streak in cinemas. Sharing his excitement on social media, he thanked fans for their unwavering support and affection. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The movie features , , and in prominent roles, captivating audiences across the country. Karan Johar and Ananya Panday Celebrate the Milestone Johar took to Instagram to share a clip from 'Kesari Chapter 2', proudly announcing, '50 Days And Roaring Strong. Kesari – Chapter 2." Ananya also marked the occasion with her own celebration. The film, produced by Johar, has been a box office hit, raking in over Rs 45 crore, including an impressive Rs 29 crore during its opening weekend. Due to its strong performance, the team is reportedly planning to keep the movie in theatres longer before it hits streaming services. A Spiritual Sequel with a Powerful Storyline Produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, 'Kesari Chapter 2' acts as a spiritual follow-up to the 2019 patriotic hit 'Kesari'. The film narrates the gripping legal struggle of advocate C. Sankaran Nair against the British authorities after the tragic Jallianwala Bagh massacre in 1919. Inspired by the book The Case That Shook the Empire by Raghu and Pushpa Palat, the movie features Akshay Kumar in the role of Sankaran Nair, with R. Madhavan portraying Advocate Neville McKinley, the British Crown's legal representative. Ananya Panday appears as Dilreet Gill, a crucial ally who supports Nair throughout his courtroom battle. Stellar Performances Bring History to Life In the film, Akshay embodies the role of C. Sankaran Nair, an Indian statesman and lawyer who bravely opposed British colonial rule following the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Ananya portrays Dilreet Gill, a pivotal supporter who aids Nair throughout his courtroom struggle against the British. R. Madhavan appears as Neville McKinley, the British Crown's legal adversary. The movie carries an A certification.
News18
10 hours ago
- News18
Karan Johar Is Overwhelmed As Kesari Chapter 2 Completes 50 Days In Theatres
Last Updated: The film stars Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday and R Madhavan in the lead roles. Karan Johar is overwhelmed as his film Kesari Chapter 2 has successfully completes a 50-day run in theatres. Taking to social media, the producer expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the audience's love and support. The film stars Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday and R Madhavan in the lead roles. Taking to his Instagram stories, Karan shared the video of Kesari Chapter 2 and wrote, ''50 Days And Roaring Strong. Kesari – Chapter 2." Ananya Panday also celebrated this special milestone. The Karan Johar-backed movie is doing well at the box office, earning over Rs 45 crore and a solid Rs 29 crore opening weekend. As a result, the makers are reportedly planning to extend their theatrical run before releasing on streaming platforms. Backed by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, Kesari Chapter 2 is a spiritual sequel to the 2019 patriotic film Kesari. It follows the story of advocate C. Sankaran Nair's legal battle against the British Empire following the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre. The film is based on the book titled The Case That Shook the Empire by Raghu and Pushpa Palat. Akshay Kumar portrays Sankaran Nair in the film, and R. Madhavan plays Advocate Neville McKinley, who represents the British Crown. Ananya Panday, on the other hand, plays Dilreet Gill, a key supporter in Nair's legal battle. Since its theatrical release, the film has garnered significant buzz on social media. During a recent interview with Filmy Shilmy, Karan defended the idea of including the word, revealing that the team consulted historians before adding it to the film. He said, 'It was very important for us to include the 'f**k you' in the film because, for us, the whole point was to look the British in the eye and say 'f**k you' for what they had done. That was the courage we imbibed from Sankaran Nair's story, and it's the same courage we wanted to depict." Furthermore, Akshay Kumar also spoke about his character, C Sankaran Nair, saying, 'Yes, I used that word. But what's surprising is that you noticed this, yet the phrase 'you are still a slave' wasn't seen as a major insult? I think there's no greater insult than that." Regarding the characters, Akshay Kumar plays Indian statesman and lawyer C. Sankaran Nair, who took a bold stand against British rule after the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Ananya Panday plays Dilreet Gill, who was instrumental in supporting Nair during his legal battle in the British court. R Madhavan plays Neville McKinley, the British representative opposite Kumar's character. The film has an A certification. First Published:
