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‘Hard Work is the only guarantee': SRK on Aryan's directorial debut with 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'
There is no guarantee of box office or critical acclaim. That is the advice Shah Rukh Khan gave his son Aryan who makes his directorial debut with the series 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'. There is no guarantee of box office or critical acclaim. That is the advice Shah Rukh Khan gave his son Aryan who makes his directorial debut with the series 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'. Addressing an event where the show's first footage was unveiled before the media, the superstar on Friday said it is a special day as Aryan takes his first steps in the world of showbiz. 'He is very hard working because we've taught him only a couple of things at home, that there's no guarantee of box office success and there's no guarantee that critics will give positive reviews, but when you work hard, there's full guarantee. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'So, today when he comes in front of you, if you like his work, applaud him, but more importantly shower your blessings and prayers on him. The amount of love that you all have given to me, if you can give 10, 20, 30, 40 per cent or 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100 or 150 per cent of that, then just give it all to him,' Shah Rukh told reporters. He added that it was an 'emotional moment' and one of the biggest high points for him. 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood', which will premiere on Netflix on September 18, is described as a genre-defying series that blends self-awareness with cheeky humour. It features an ensemble cast of Bobby Deol, Lakshya, Sahher Bambba, Manoj Pahwa, Mona Singh, Manish Chaudhari, Raghav Juyal, Anya Singh, Vijayant Kohli, and Gautami Kapoor. The 59-year-old actor, known for his witty comebacks, also cracked a joke about his son's maiden project. 'When Aryan told me that he is going to do a show about Bollywood which will be raw, edgy and with a bit of madness, then I wondered — is he going to upload the CCTV footage from Mannat on YouTube?' he said. Shah Rukh then praised the newcomer for creating something 'fresh and unique'. 'I will be honest that it took me a while to really catch on. And when I caught on, I was really drawn in. I'm really happy about it. And not only about the show, but the entire cast that has come together to tell this story because it is the characters that breathe life into a story and create magic on screen,' he added. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Aryan, reflecting shades of Shah Rukh Khan's trademark wit and self-deprecating humour, acknowledged feeling nervous while addressing the audience for the first time. The newcomer said, 'The aim behind making the show was to entertain a wider audience. After four years of hard work, countless discussions and thousands of takes, the show is finally ready.' Aryan has co-created and co-written the series with Bilal Siddiqi and Manav Chauhan. Gauri Khan has produced under the banner Red Chillies Entertainments Pvt. Ltd. Before showcasing the footage from the show, Shah Rukh introduced the actors and their characters. 'They have done such a good job, all of them — the surprise packages, the craftmasters, and the goodies and baddies that put the 'Bads' in the 'The Ba***ds Of Bollywood',' he said. The preview footage opens with Shah Rukh offering a tongue-in-cheek definition of Bollywood, drawing a line between those who dream of becoming heroes and those destined to be one. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The spotlight then shifts to Lakshya's Aasman Singh, an ambitious newcomer navigating the highs and lows of the industry, alongside his best friend, played by Raghav Juyal. The show features Manish Chaudhry as Sodawallah, a wealthy producer determined to mount the grandest family drama ever, while Bobby Deol storms in as Ajay Talvar, a superstar at the peak of his fame. Shah Rukh's close friends — superstar Salman Khan and filmmaker Karan Johar — also make an appearance in the clip, along with actor Ranveer Singh. The actor thanked Bobby for making the show happen with Aryan. 'We have been working together for the past 30 years, so we are not formal with each other. But I never thought that before we know it, we'll have kids, and then we'll be working alongside our own children. 'Thank you Bobby, you brought so much warmth, so much love and so much gravitas to the show,' he said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Bobby said it was a special day for him as well. 'I can feel what you're going through in your heart at this moment. I'm feeling it too because I have seen Aryan when he was younger. And then I met him when he was a bit older… The way he spoke and shared a few things here and there, I just felt that there is something magical about him and he was ready to conquer the world. And today is the day.' The actor, 56, said he instantly agreed to the project after receiving a call from Red Chillies. 'They said 'Aryan is doing a show, will you come and meet?' And I said I will do it, I don't need to hear it. But Aryan said he wanted to narrate it to me, so I went there. I sat there for seven hours and heard the script. But more than hearing the script, I was looking at Aryan…I was just so happy,' he added. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD . .
The Hindu
16 minutes ago
- The Hindu
Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi summoned to Pune Court for allegedly disrespecting judiciary in ‘Jolly LLB 3'
A Pune civil court has issued summons to actors Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi, and director Subhash Kapoor over allegations that their upcoming film Jolly LLB 3 disrespects the judiciary. The trio has been directed to appear in person on October 28 at 11 a.m. The teaser for Jolly LLB 3, unveiled on August 12, sparked anticipation among fans but has also drawn scrutiny from sections of the legal community. The summons follows a petition filed by lawyer Wajed Rahim Khan, who argued that the film portrays the legal profession in a derogatory manner. He raised objections to scenes allegedly mocking advocates and judges, including one in which the word 'mama,' a slang expression, is used to refer to members of the bench. 'There should be respect for the lawyers. That is why I filed a petition in the court, that whatever they have shown about the advocates and the judges is wrong,' Khan told ANI, confirming that the Pune court had called upon Kumar, Warsi, and Kapoor to be present. The complaint was initially submitted in 2024 after the release of the film's first teaser. The matter has since resurfaced as Jolly LLB 3 nears its theatrical release. The Jolly LLB franchise began in 2013 with Warsi in the lead role, followed by the 2017 sequel Jolly LLB 2 starring Kumar, which proved to be a major box-office success. The third installment brings both actors together, with Subhash Kapoor once again directing. The film is produced by Alok Jain and Ajit Andhare under Star Studio 18 and is slated to release on September 19, 2025.
NDTV
16 minutes ago
- NDTV
"This Is Not, Never Will Be A Kiss Cam": Chris Martin After Affair Scandal
For years, Coldplay's "Jumbotron Song" segment has had Chris Martin improvise lyrics on the audience as the camera panned on to them. What is usually a playful concert highlight turned into an international headliner this summer. In July, the Coldplay camera caught two people, who looked like any other couple, scurrying for cover. They were former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and the company's chief people officer, Kristin Cabot. Turned out they were married to other people. Social media quickly outed the pair, and both later resigned from their roles. But in the middle of all this, the segment's name itself changed, with international media referring to it as "Kiss Cam", something the British band's fans repeatedly corrected on social media. Now the band frontman has had his say. At a show in Hull, England, Chris Martin addressed the matter. "This is not, never will be, it never was, a kiss cam... It's not a kiss cam," he said. "We've put one couple and then your brand in a kiss cam for the rest of your life." "This is called a jumbotron," he clarified. "Sometimes, yes, it turns out to be an internationally massive scandal. Sure. But most of the time we're just trying to say hello to some f***ing people. That's all." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Coldplay Indonesia (@idwantscoldplay) He even joked about the viral fallout, telling the crowd, "If you're not prepared to be on international news, please duck." "Anyways, we send pure love to those people and I wish them so well," he added. The singer went on to say that their jumbotron moment was not meant to pressure anyone into a kiss. "Here we are at Hull and I'd like to say hello to some of you. So we're going to do our f***ing 'kiss cam.' That's all we want to do. But this is not a kiss cam. Jesus. This is the jumbotron."* Since the scandal, many have confused Coldplay's jumbotron moment with a kiss cam, a popular sports and entertainment feature where cameras highlight two people in the crowd and encourage them to kiss for laughs or applause. A kiss cam, usually framed with hearts, is intended as light-hearted entertainment, though it often results in awkward or humorous moments when participants decline. Coldplay's use of the Jumbotron is different. The cameras zoom into the audience, and Chris Martin riffs with improvised lyrics based on who appears on screen. Fans call it the "Jumbotron Song" and it has become one of the tour's signature moments. The band shows no signs of dropping the tradition. Last month, during their Gillette Stadium performance, Chris Martin even teased the crowd before launching the segment. "We're going to use our cameras and put some of you on the big screen... So, please, if you haven't done your makeup, do your makeup now," he said.
