Band karo: Amitabh Bachchan loses patience with paps for filming outside Jalsa
(Video Credit: Reddit/kwlonly)While the exact timing of the incident is unknown, the clip quickly circulated on social media, leaving fans taken aback. For years, Bachchan has been admired not only for his film legacy but also for his graceful conduct in public.Whether it is during his regular Sunday interactions with well-wishers or when acknowledging photographers with a polite nod or a gesture of folded hands, he has always maintained a respectful attitude.This rare expression of displeasure has understandably sparked debate on whether it was a matter of privacy being violated or simply a limit being crossed.On the work front, Big B's most recent appearance was in 'Kalki 2898 AD'. However, fans are eagerly looking forward to seeing him back as the host of the next season of 'Kaun Banega Crorepati'.- EndsMust Watch
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- India Today
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It has brought back the trend to the mainstream, but now with a different visual language and a new set of creative and commercial villains take centre stageStarting with Rana Daggubati as Bhallaladeva, his character was arguably more layered than the titular role of Baahubali. His cold ambition, wounded pride and emotional contradictions made him a towering presence in both films. It is no coincidence that the writing of the character rose in scale because Rana was playing the role. 'Baahubali' didn't just make Prabhas a pan-India hero, it turned Rana into one then, star villains have become a strategic casting choice. In 'Master', Vijay Sethupathi's Bhavani opens the film, setting the emotional tone even before Vijay's JD enters. His performance oozes menace and tragic backstory, elevating what could have been a routine gangster role. Similarly, Fahadh Faasil's psychologically unhinged cop in 'Pushpa' offered an eerie counter to Allu Arjun's rustic charisma. 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As per trade reports, many of these actors, like Saif Ali Khan in 'Devara' or Sanjay Dutt in 'KGF 2', command hefty pay for relatively short shooting too, the villain role offers room to break free from formulaic heroism. Actors are no longer confined to righteous leads. They can be morally messy, psychologically broken, and theatrically powerful, all without carrying the burden of the viewer, it is a win. These face-offs between established stars have cinematic gravity. What could be more intriguing than Jr NTR clashing with Hrithik Roshan in 'War 2'? Or Ranbir Kapoor as Rama going up against Yash in 'Ramayana'? Or Prabhas crossing paths with Kamal Haasan in 'Kalki 2898 AD'? These aren't just rivalries, they are multi-layered battles of ethos, acting styles, and The multi-starrer pullThese casting choices also feed into the growing appetite for ensemble-led blockbusters. 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Mint
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