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News18
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
International Friendship Day 2025: 10 Bollywood Films To Celebrate The Day
1/10 Sholay: A cult classic! The film narrates the story of two friends who fight against a tyrant to bring justice to the village. (Image: IMDb) Dil Chahta Hai: The film explores the lives of three inseparable friends as they navigate love, heartbreak and life changes. (Image: IMDb) Rock On: The drama captures the essence of friendship, dreams and second chances. It is about a band that reunites years after their split, rediscovering their passion for music and friendship. (Image: IMDb) The film narrates the story of a goon who with the help of his loyal friend, tries to fulfill his father's dream of becoming a doctor. (Image: IMDb) Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na: The film follows two best friends who are unaware of their deeper feelings for each other. (Image: IMDb) 6/10 3 Idiots: It follows the lives of three engineering students and their quest for success, happiness and true friendship. (Image: IMDb) Kai Po Che: The film is based on Chetan Bhagat's novel. It shows the lives of three friends who start a cricket academy amid the socio-political turmoil in Gujarat. (Image: IMDb) Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara: The story revolves around three childhood friends who embark on a road trip in Spain, leading to life altering experiences and rekindling their bond. (Image: IMDb) Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani: The film explores themes like love, life, and friendship. It is about four friends from different walks of life as they reunite for a wedding. (Image: IMDb) 10/10
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First Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
'Saiyaara' music composer Tanishk Bagchi breaks silence on the allegations of the title song being copied: 'The similarities are fine, it can happen, but...'
Breaking his silence, Bagchi was quoted saying, 'Whatever I do, people will have something to say because they don't have [anything better to do.' read more A few weeks back, who would have imagined a Bollywood romantic musical drama titled Saiyaara featuring debutants Ahaan Panday & Aneet Padda in the lead would be crossing Rs 400 crore at the global box office. The Mohit Suri directorial has performed way beyond expectations and is now aiming to surpass the business of movies, which are the highest-grossers of big stars globally. Saiyaara currently stands with a global collection of around Rs 395 crore and is now set to surpass the business of Simmba (Rs 400.19 crore), 3 Idiots (Rs 400.61 crore), Brahmastra (Rs 418.8 crore), Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 (Rs 423.85 crore) and Chennai Express (Rs 424.54 crore). STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD But now, music composer of the film Tanishk Bagchi has reacted to the allegations that the title song has been lifted from a song by One Direction and even Jubin Nautiyal's song Humnava. Breaking his silence, Bagchi was quoted saying, 'Whatever I do, people will have something to say because they don't have [anything better to do. They keep on looking for opportunities to put me down.' He added, 'But ultimately, the song will go wherever it's destined to, and that's what's happening with Saiyaara too. As for the comparisons — if you look at the melody, the chords are the same. The A minor scale has just about 3–4 chords, but every melody has a different soul.' Once known as the composer for remixing classic songs of yore, Bagchi also added, 'Even if you can do that, it's really difficult to make it a hit. All said and done, we didn't steal anything. The similarities are fine, it can happen, but it's not like we did it on purpose.' 'Idhar se utha ke udhar nahi kiya (We didn't pick something from there and add it here). We worked on the emotion of the song, and that worked. That's the magic of Saiyaara,' continued the composer.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Hrithik Roshan, Vidya Balan changed after success? Here's what filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra has to say
Vidhu Vinod Chopra, acclaimed for hits like 'Munna Bhai MBBS' and '3 Idiots', values fresh talent for their purity and sincerity. He observes success often changes people's character, citing actors like Hrithik Roshan and Vidya Balan. Chopra's influential films blend storytelling with social themes, leaving a lasting industry impact. Vidhu Vinod Chopra stands out as one of Hindi cinema's most accomplished filmmakers, renowned for hits like 'Munna Bhai MBBS' and '3 Idiots'. Similar to the character from Munna Bhai, the film that significantly boosted his fortune, Chopra is known for his straightforward and candid opinions about Bollywood and its inner workings. Recently, he shared insights about working with many now-famous filmmakers and actors, reflecting on how achieving success can profoundly transform a person's character. Choosing Fresh Talent for Purity During a SCREEN interview, talking to director Jaskunwar Kohli, who created the documentary 'Zero Se Restart' on the making of Chopra's '12th Fail', Vidhu shared his approach to choosing fresh and inexperienced people for his projects. He believes that new talent brings 'more purity' and 'less corruption' to the work environment. Reflecting on those who began their careers assisting him and are now successful filmmakers, Chopra noticed that their early work had a unique sincerity. However, he also pointed out a change that success can bring: 'Unfortunately, if I cast a new face in my film and that one movie does well, it changes them.' Transformation of Actors with Success Chopra remarked on the transformation he has witnessed in actors as their careers advance and they gain fame. While he didn't specify any filmmakers, he mentioned several actors whose early breakthroughs came through his films. He said, 'I've worked with so many people and I've seen them change. Mission Kashmir was Hrithik Roshan 's first film… Vidya Balan 's first film… Boman Irani 's first film… There's a whole list, I don't know how many. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Medical News: NMN and RESVERATROL Change Aging Dogs' Health PAWPRINT LAB Learn More Undo As they become successful, all of them, this isn't an individual thing, they change. That's why I like people who are nobodies, because once you become somebody, you don't remain the same person.' Legacy as a Celebrated Filmmaker Vidhu is a celebrated filmmaker in Hindi cinema, known for producing and directing numerous hit films that have left a lasting impact. His works, including blockbusters like 'Munna Bhai MBBS', '3 Idiots', and 'PK', are praised for their engaging storytelling blended with social themes.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Hrithik Roshan, Vidya Balan changed after success': Vidhu Vinod Chopra says, ‘Spine is connected to bank balance'
Filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra is one of the most successful people in Hindi cinema, having produced blockbusters such as Munna Bhai MBBS and 3 Idiots. Much like the protagonist of Munna Bhai, the movie that made him quite a wealthy man, Chopra doesn't mince his words when talking about Bollywood, and how the industry works. He recently talked about collaborating with many filmmakers and actors who went on to become big names, and commented on how success changes a human being. During a Creator x Creator episode hosted by SCREEN, Chopra sat down with director Jaskunwar Kohli, who made the documentary Zero Se Restart, based on the making of Chopra's 12th Fail. Kohli wanted to know Chopra's philosophy behind hiring people to work for him and why he leans towards new faces and inexperienced talent. Chopra replied, 'There is more purity in new people, less corruption. Many people who assisted me have become great filmmakers today; when I meet them now, I can see the difference. When they worked with me, there was a certain purity. Unfortunately, if I cast a new face in my film and that one movie does well, it changes them.' ALSO READ: Exclusive | Vidya Balan says Vidhu Vinod Chopra cast her as Parineeta after seeing anger in her eyes, thought she was giving him gaali: Parineeta turns 20 While he didn't mention the name of any filmmakers, Chopra did name some actors who he thinks have changed since their position in the film industry has improved. 'Hrithik Roshan, Vidya Balan, and Boman Irani all did films with me at the start of their careers, and the list goes on. As they become successful, they change. That's why I like people who are nobodies, because once you become somebody, you don't remain the same person,' he said. Chopra added that producers, directors, and actors don't care anymore about what they are creating, as long as it is selling well enough. He said, 'The people only care about the hits these days. No one has a vision, and no one wants to create for the joy of creating. They make one massive film with a Rs 400 cr0re box office collection, and suddenly they start walking differently.' Chopra even gave an example of this and told a story of a producer he used to work with and how his entire personality changed after one of his films found success. 'There was a producer who I knew, and he was always very polite while talking and had a soft demeanour. Suddenly one day, he meets me with his chest puffed and some weight in his voice. I asked him, 'Teri koi picture hit ho gayi (Did one of your films succeed)?' He said, 'Sir, you know everything; my film did succeed.' I told him that I had no idea that one of his films worked; all I knew was that his spine is connected to his bank balance, and that's why he was walking upright. These days the spine is always connected to the bank balance and not the quality of their work,' concluded Chopra. ALSO READ: 'They said Vidhu Vinod Chopra bribed me with Rs 8 crore to not make OMG': Director Umesh Shukla opens up on PK comparisons It's interesting to note that Chopra himself has been accused of changing as a person upon achieving success by Paresh Rawal, who turned down Munna Bhai for the same reason. He told The Lallantop, 'He is someone who started ignoring the people he started off with, especially after becoming big in his career. I was supposed to do Munna Bhai. We were discussing remuneration, and in my head, I wanted Rs 15 lakhs. Vidhu also offered the same number, but the way he said 'I'll give you 15' miffed me. I asked for Rs 50 lakhs, and decided to not budge from my want just to not take arrogance from anyone.' In a past interaction, the filmmaker recalled when Sanjay Leela Bhansali was his assistant. Chatting with Bollywood Hungama, he said, 'Sanjay Bhansali, ab toh woh Sanjay Leela Bhansali hogaya hai. Woh mera assistant tha. MTV mein kuch award milne they 1942 ko direction ke liye, maine usko bola jaa le. Ab toh zor se chillata hai, tab toh ghabrate ghabrate award lene gaya tha (Sanjay Bhansali, who now goes by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, was my assistant. I won an award for 1942, and I sent him to collect it. He screams a lot these days, but back then, he was a meek guy).'Chopra's last film as a director was 12th Fail, starring Vikrant Massey, and the film received wide critical acclaim along with love from the general public.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Vidhu Vinod Chopra says distributors in South India rejected Munna Bhai MBBS, recalls being told ‘this film won't work'
With successful credits for films such as 3 Idiots, PK, Sanju and more, Vidhu Vinod Chopra is one of the most seasoned filmmakers in Bollywood. In a recent interview with Screen, the filmmaker recalled how his film Munna Bhai MBBS was rejected by distributors in South India—but the film still made him rich. Sanjay Dutt and Arshad Warsi's still from Munna Bhai MBBS. Vidhu Vinod Chopra on how Munna Bhai MBBS made him rich Vidhu revealed that nobody bought Munna Bhai MBBS outside Mumbai and said, "Munna Bhai MBBS opened to empty theatres. Munna Bhai MBBS is the movie that made me rich, but that's because nobody bought that film outside of Mumbai. I had a distributor in the South of India, who had bought Munna Bhai for ₹11 lakh. In those days, they used to take delivery. So he came to take delivery four days before the film's release. When he saw the film, he said, 'Sir, this film won't work even for a day. Nobody outside of Mumbai would get the language of Munna Bhai'.' He added, 'The bottom line is I had no distributor for South India. I had friends—Shyam Shroff and Bala Shroff—who had a company. There was a cinema there, and I got just one morning show at 11 am in Chennai. I sold my print there for ₹5 lakh. My final business from that one centre was over ₹1 crore. Nobody went to see the film the first day or the second day. But when you do good work, (it'll pay).' About Munna Bhai MBBS Directed by Rajkumar Hirani in his directorial debut and produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, the film stars Sanjay Dutt in the titular role of Murli Prasad Sharma, aka Munna Bhai—a kind-hearted Mumbai gangster who decides to pursue a medical degree to fulfil his father's dream, by fraudulently gaining admission to a medical college. As Munna fumbles his way through medical school, he challenges the rigid and often cold healthcare system with his compassion and 'jadoo ki jhappi' (magical hug), transforming the lives of those around him. The film also featured Arshad Warsi, Boman Irani, Gracy Singh, and Sunil Dutt in key roles. The movie was a massive success and marked the beginning of the beloved Munna Bhai franchise, with its sequel Lage Raho Munna Bhai releasing in 2006.
