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News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Ajay Devgn's Hilarious Birthday Wish For R Madhavan Goes Viral: ‘Looks Serious Hai…'
Last Updated: In 2025, Madhavan took on the complex role of Neville McKinley in Kesari Chapter 2 and is all set to portray the visionary G.D. Naidu Ajay Devgn and R Madhavan share a close bond and were seen working in the horror film Shaitaan. Today, as the actor turns a year older. Ajay Devgn took to his Instagram handle to wish him. He dropped a photo of the duo in an intense-looking pose Ajay wrote, 'Look serious hai lekin dimaag mein sirf shaitaani chal rahi hai. Happy Birthday bro @actormaddy." Kajol also expressed a playful birthday wish to her Shaitaan actor R Madhavan. The Maa actress wrote, 'Shaitaan is getting older, wiser and sneakier, happy birthday @actormaddy." The affectionate jest references Madhavan's role as the antagonist in the 2024 supernatural thriller Shaitaan, where he portrayed a sinister sorcerer. The film, co-starring Ajay Devgn and Jyothika, was a commercial success and has since spawned a shared cinematic universe. R Madhavan has collaborated with Fatima Sana Shaikh for the romance drama, Aap Jaisa Koi, that follows the lives of two distinct persons, Shrirenu Tripathi and Madhu Bose. According to the teaser, Madhavan plays a Sanskrit teacher and Fatima a French professor. The movie is directed by Vivek Soni and produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. Meanwhile, his surprise appearance at Kajol starrer Maa's trailer launch in Mumbai led to speculation that he might be a part of the film. Maa is reportedly set in the same universe as Shaitaan. However, details about his role remain under wraps. In 2024, he portrayed a compelling character in The Railwaymen, further expanding his range and proving his ability to bring complex stories to life. In 2025, Madhavan took on the complex role of Neville McKinley in Kesari Chapter 2 and is all set to portray the visionary G.D. Naidu-'The Edison of India", in an upcoming biopic. His recent OTT hit Hisaab Barabar has also garnered a loyal fanbase, further cementing his status as a versatile star of the streaming era. Madhavan's journey in cinema is more than a milestone; it's a testament to his passion, fearless choices, and enduring connection with audiences. From romantic classics to bold, experimental dramas, he has consistently evolved, inspiring generations. Up next, he'll be seen in the much-awaited Aap Jaisa Koi, further proving that R. Madhavan's star power remains as dynamic and impactful as ever. First Published: June 01, 2025, 16:53 IST
Hindustan Times
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Fatima Sana Shaikh shares what makes OTT more ‘liberating' for artistes
Last seen on screen in 2023 in the film Sam Bahadur, actor Fatima Sana Shaikh has a busy year ahead with multiple films including Aap Jaisa Koi, Gustaakh Ishq and Metro... In Dino. But apart from that, she would also be making her web series debut with a social drama titled Nyaya. Ask her about what made her decide to make her foray into the space with this show and Fatima Sana Shaikh shares, 'I really liked the story. I liked that my role was interesting, and I am playing a cop for the first time, so I am excited for that. The story has an intention; a cause and it talks about something. So, I really enjoyed being a part of a show which is larger than just a topic.' Asserting on the merging of the mediums of films and OTT, and the interchange of the biggest names between them, Fatima says, 'The line has blurred, and today everyone just wants to make good projects and have them reach people. Medium doesn't matter much at this point. The charm of cinema is there, and you miss that on OTT, but there is so much great stuff on the web, because there is no pressure of box office. People are making what they want to make, and there is a freedom in that.' She adds, 'The beauty of the medium is that you put your work out there, and whether to see it or not is the audience's wish. There is liberty in that, and thus, even an artiste stays stress free.' But in this gap of almost two years from screen, did she miss it? 'I didn't because I was working. I did four projects last year, so I was so engaged and consumed in my work, that I forgot about everything around. I register such things only when I have no work,' she ends.
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
After Kesari 2, R Madhavan joins Karan Johar for a mature love story that breaks stereotypes: 'I cringe pretending to be younger'
After delivering a powerful performance in Kesari Chapter 2 : The Untold Story Of Jallianwala Bagh, R Madhavan is all set to return to the silver screen in Karan Johar 's upcoming romantic drama Aap Jaisa Koi. The film marks his second collaboration with the celebrated filmmaker and has already stirred excitement with its teaser—particularly because it brings Madhavan back to a genre he hasn't explored in a while: film, which also stars Fatima Sana Shaikh , revolves around an unconventional love story between a Sanskrit professor and a French professor. What makes it even more intriguing is its fresh take on age-appropriate love—an element that Madhavan believes is central to the film's an interview with News18, the Rocketry actor opened up about why he chose to be part of the project. Madhavan shared that Aap Jaisa Koi stood out to him because of its honest approach to casting based on age. He explained that he plays a 48-year-old man who finds himself in a relationship with a 28-year-old woman. The film, he said, delves into whether such a relationship is viable or justifiable, and that complexity is what drew him admitted he's reached a point in his career where pretending to be younger on screen no longer feels comfortable. In fact, he said the idea of romancing someone decades younger while pretending to be the same age makes him 'cringe.' What convinced him to take up this role was the fact that the character embraces his real age. He stressed that he didn't want to make the story unbelievable or uncomfortable—not for the audience and not for the recent example of Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha, where Ajay Devgn and Tabu were praised for their mature and realistic romantic pairing, Madhavan pointed out how age-appropriate storytelling is finally getting its also observed how even Hollywood has become increasingly conscious about casting choices when it comes to age gaps in romantic roles. According to him, audiences no longer accept a 50-year-old man behaving like a teenager, and neither should actors attempt to pull off such roles. Madhavan joked about how ridiculous it would be for him to play a college student at 54, exclaiming in disbelief, 'Are you kidding me?'He looked back on his experience filming 3 Idiots, where he was 40 and playing a college student. He confessed it made him extremely nervous, wondering if the audience would buy into it at all. But a surprising moment of relief came during the shoot itself—Madhavan recalled how he and his co-stars Aamir Khan and Sharman Joshi looked younger than some of the actual college students on set. He laughed as he remembered questioning whether the greying, balding guys around them were professors or students, only to be reassured that they were, indeed, students. That surprising visual, he said, gave the trio a strange boost of Madhavan is shooting for De De Pyaar De 2 , in which he plays Rakul Preet Singh's father—another move that signals his comfort in owning his age on screen. And if Aap Jaisa Koi is any indication, he's doing it with both charm and authenticity.
India.com
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Blockbuster of 1980, for which the director made a big sacrifice, Vinod Khanna-Zeenat Aman's romance created a sensation, the film is...
Feroz Khan has directed many films in his career. But in the year 1980, he worked in a film as a director. For which he had put everything at stake. In the film, the trio of Zeenat Aman, Vinod Khanna, and Feroz Khan won the hearts of the audience. The name of that film, which created a stir in the theatres in the year 1980, is 'Qurbani'. Even today, the songs of this film have not left the minds of the people. This blockbuster film was rejected by many superstars of that era. Vinod Khanna and Feroz Khan won the hearts of the people with their acting in such a way that today it seems that this film would have been incomplete without them. The film proved to be a boon for Vinod Khanna. The passion of Feroz Khan for this film was the main feature of this film. In one scene of this film, Feroz decided to break his new Mercedes-Benz car. This scene was shot in the parking lot with Amrish Puri. In 1979, luxury cars like Mercedes were rarely seen on the streets of Mumbai. Feroz Khan sacrificed his brand-new international car to make this scene powerful. This scene became the highlight of that film. Talking about the story of the blockbuster film 'Qurbani', it was based on two friends, Rajesh (Vinod Khanna) and Amar (Feroz Khan). Zeenat Aman played the role of a dancer Sheela in it. The film revolves around this character. The songs of the film, such as 'Aap Jaisa Koi' and 'Laila Main Laila' were such hits that they contributed a lot to the success of the film. Zeenat Aman's glamorous avatar, Vinod Khanna's intense acting, and Feroz Khan's stylish style also proved to help make the film a hit. Let us tell you that Feroz Khan not only took the command of directing this film, but he also produced the film. With his hard work, he made 'Qurbani' a cult classic.
NDTV
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
R Madhavan On The Lack Of Romantic Film Genres In This Generation: "No One Does Romance Like Shah Rukh Khan, But..."
New Delhi: R Madhavan might not be the go-to choice for a romantic hero in Bollywood, but his film Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein with Dia Mirza and Saif Ali Khan has over the year gained a cult status. The debate about the lack of heartfelt romantic films in Bollywood, in the current generation has been rampant. R Madhavan in conversation with The Hollywood Reporter recently spoke about how the rise of action and thriller genres has taken over the joy of good old romance. R Madhavan said, "I don't recall any rom-com that has worked on OTT platforms either. I know the Korean [dramas] work but I don't recall seeing any hardcore, Indian, romantic film. Let alone one that is age-appropriate for a 55-year-old." Speaking of Shah Rukh Khan's unmatched quality of acing the romantic genre on screen, R Madhavan said, "Don't blame the money. Get us a story, no? One that is well-researched. No one does romance like Shah Rukh [Khan] but one needs a heroine of his age as well. That's getting difficult to find." Madhavan shed light on the perspective that the issue is with closing the gap in age disparity between a male and a female co-star, to make these romantic stories a cult favourite again. He highlighted that this age disparity is particularly existing in romantic genres which needs to be attended to. R Madhavan was last seen in Kesari Chapter 2 with Akshay Kumar and Ananya Panday. He will next be seen in Aap Jaisa Koi with Fatima Sana Shaikh, directed by Vivek Soni and produced by Karan Johar's Dharmatic Entertainment. The plot revolves around the lead pair, where both actors play professors. Once again the age gap between the two is notable, the film attempts to revive a genre that has been missing for a long time.
