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India.com
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actor who worked with Monica Bedi, never gave a hit, then became director, made Sushant Singh Rajput, Farhan Akhtar a star, his name is..
There are many actors-turned-directors in the industry who are responsible for launching many new faces who turned out to be a huge hit. Today, we will discuss one such star, who, though tried his luck in acting, never succeeded. However, when he turned director, he was loved by the audience like anything. Man Who Failed As Actor but Was Loved As Director While many artists joined proper schools to learn acting, many experts learned the nuances of it from their experiences and did better work than them. If you are wondering who we are discussing, then he is none other than the ace director Abhishek Kapoor. Abhishek's journey is proof that if someone is passionate, then they can conquer the world. Abhishek Kapoor Failed as Actor Born on August 6, 1971, Abhishek grew up in a very simple family and dreamt of making a film. He is one of those few people in Bollywood who did not study in any film school, yet made a special identity for himself in Hindi cinema. In 1995, Abhishek Kapoor made his debut with the film Aashiq Mastane with Monica Bedi. However, the movie turned out to be a huge flop. Following this, he featured in Uff! Yeh Mohabbat, but sadly, this movie also flopped. Both the failures made him understand that acting was not his job. After this, he tried his luck as a director and writer, and in 2006, he made his directorial debut with the sports drama Aryan: Unbreakable, starring Sohail Khan and Sneha Ullal in the lead roles. This film was liked by the people but could not achieve the expected success. In 2008, he gave a superhit film Rock On which featured Farhan Khan. The storyline and the songs were loved by the audience. For this film, he received the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi. After this, in the year 2013, Abhishek directed the film Kai Po Che! based on Chetan Bhagat's novel The 3 Mistakes of My Life. Sushant Singh Rajput and Rajkummar Rao were in the lead roles. This film did great business at the box office. Abhishek received the Best Script Award at the Filmfare Awards for the film. Hence, though Abhishek's magic did not spread as an actor, the audience loved him as a director.
News18
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Rasha Thadani Relives Azaad Shoot Days With Director Abhishek Kapoor
Rasha Thadani shared a behind-the-scenes video of her teaching Abhishek Kapoor the steps of her chart-topping song Uyi Amma. At the age of 19, Rasha Thadani has already captured the hearts of millions with her performance in the Abhishek Kapoor-directed film Azaad's item song Uyi Amma. Despite the film tanking at the box office, Rasha's sizzling dance moves and striking on-screen presence received wide praise, leading her to emerge as a promising new talent. Rasha Thadani not only received praise from the audience, but the entire Bollywood lauded her graceful expressions and energy in the song. Taking to social media, Rasha shared a never-before-seen behind-the-scenes glimpse of her teaching her director, Abhishek Kapoor, the steps of Uyi Amma. Rasha Thadani Teaches Uyi Amman Steps To Director Abhishek Kapoor On August 6, Rasha Thadani took to Instagram Stories to wish her debut film director, Abhishek Kapoor, on his birthday. Remembering her time at the set of Azaad, Rasha shared a behind-the-scenes video of her teaching Abhishek Kapoor the steps of her chart-topping song Uyi Amma. The video was captured during the shooting of the song as Rasha was seen donning her outfit from the song. In the clip, Rasha was seen teaching Uyi Amman choreography to Abhishek Kapoor, and he directly and obediently followed her lead and imitated the dance steps. The video ended with both of them hugging each other. Sharing the video, Rasha wrote, 'You are the coolest of the cool!!! We love you," followed by a blue heart emoji. Rasha Thadani's Birthday Wish to Abhishek Kapoor Along with the fun behind-the-scenes video of Uyi Amma, Rasha Thadani also penned a heartfelt note on the occasion of Abhishek Kapoor's birthday. Taking to Instagram stories, Rasha shared a picture of herself sitting beside the director as they both indulged in delicious street food. Sharing the picture, Rasha wrote, 'I will always look at you with absolute awe and admiration, as I have done since day 1. Thank you for believing in me, and thank you for giving me wings to fly." Rasha Thadani's Upcoming Projects Up next, Rasha Thadani will be seen in Saurabh Gupta's action drama Laikey Laikaa. As per ETimes reports, the film will be based on a twisting action story set in a contemporary backdrop. Rasha Thadani will be seen taking the lead role in this film alongside Abhay Verma. The film is scheduled to release in 2026. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
NDTV
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Sara Ali Khan's Love For Dev Bhumi Screams Wanderlust In Her Uttarakhand Diaries
Sara Ali Khan makes sure to not miss a heartbeat before she takes yet another trip to Uttarakhand or what is popularly referred to as Devi Bhumi or the Land of the Gods due to the numerous Hindu temples and pilgrimage spots. Dev Bhumi is home to a number of shrines and religious sites that is credited to christening it with its name. Sara Ali Khan has a profound love for the Dev Bhumi as she made her debut with Abhishek Kapoor's Kedarnath that was shot in the holy pilgrimage site of that name. This time around too the 29-year-old actress made sure to not miss a chance to share all her Dev Bhumi love with her fans and followers on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sara Ali Khan (@saraalikhan95) Sara Ali Khan made sure to share postcards from Devi Bhumi a.k.a. Uttarakhand in a photo dump that featured her posing against the background of the gigantic mountains, pristine skies and the snow-capped terrain. Her post was captioned with her poetry, "Snow me what you're made off Who says women can't be rough and tough Sometimes pahad chado sometimes cross the trough Aur saath rakho ajwain incase you get a cold or cough Ab meri shayari par please don't scoff," along with snow man, muscles, mountains, sick and wink emojis. If you are bitten by the travel bug witnessing Sara Ali Khan's touristy times in Uttarakhand, then here's are the must-visit spots in Uttarakhand that you must not miss on your next visit. Just like Sara has been over the years, you too should visit Kedarnath which is a sacred pilgrimage site and one of the Char Dham yatra locations. What's more, it is also home to its namesake ancient Kedarnath Temple. Mussoorie which is called the 'Queen of Hills' is a charming hill station near Dehradun which has a bunch of attractions like the Kempty Falls, Gun Hill, Mall Road, Camel's Back Road and more. Nainital is yet another postcard worthy hill station in Uttarakhand that is home to the iconic Naini Lake where boating is a popular activity. Rishikesh is a spiritual destination and an adventure center which is known for its yoga and wellness retreats, river rafting and the iconic Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula. Auli is a winter wonderland and a ski destination that offers stunning views of the Himalayan peaks. Sara Ali Khan's Dev Bhumi diaries are full of wanderlust and travel magic.
Hindustan Times
10-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Abhishek Kapoor tenders resignation as Group CEO from Puravankara Group, Mallanna Sasalu appointed as CEO-South
Bengaluru-based real estate developer Puravankara Group has announced that Abhishek Kapoor, Executive Director and Group CEO, has tendered his resignation. The company also announced the appointment of Mallanna Sasalu AS CEO-South. The company in its regulatory filing said that Abhishek Kapoor, Executive Director and Group CEO, has tendered his resignation effective from the closure of business hours on May 9, 2025. The company in the regulatory filing added that Mallanna Sasalu has been appointed as the CEO-South, with effect from May 9, 2025, subject to the approval of the nomination and remuneration committee and Board of Directors in its forthcoming meeƟngs, respectively. According to the company, Sasalu is a seasoned professional with over 32 years of extensive experience spanning engineering, architecture, and real estate development in both India and Canada. Also Read: Puravankara Ltd in advanced stages of discussion for redevelopment of 3-4 housing societies in Mumbai: Group CEO Sasalu holds a degree in Civil Engineering and is an alumnus of Harvard Business School, adding a strong academic foundation to his diverse professional expertise, the company said. Currently, Sasalu has been instrumental in scaling Provident Housing Ltd. to new heights. The company said in a statement that his strategic leadership and operational expertise have positioned him as a pivotal figure in the organisation's growth and success. On May 9, the company also announced a joint venture to develop a 24.59-acre land parcel in North Bengaluru. According to a statement issued by the company, the project has an estimated gross development value of ₹3,300 crore. Also Read: Puravankara Group announces 24.59-acre joint venture project in North Bengaluru, having ₹3,300 crore potential According to the company, the land parcel has a total saleable area of approximately 3.48 million sq ft, and the project is expected to be launched in the next six months.
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Business Standard
09-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Real estate major Puravankara Group's CEO Abhishek Kapoor steps down
Bengaluru-based real estate major Puravankara Group on Friday announced the resignation of Abhishek Kapoor from the position of chief executive officer and executive director of the group. In parallel, the company unveiled a joint venture to develop a 24.59-acre land parcel in North Bengaluru, with a gross development value (GDV) of ₹3,000 crore. As per a BSE filing by the company, Kapoor cited 'personal reasons' in his resignation letter and noted that his departure would be effective from 9 May, close of business hours. The joint development agreement with KVN Property Holdings LLP marks the group's continued expansion in the city. The land parcel has a total saleable area of approximately 3.48 million square feet, and the project is expected to launch within the next six months. The site benefits from proximity to Kempegowda International Airport, emerging employment hubs, and ongoing infrastructure development. Ashish Puravankara, managing director, Puravankara Limited, said: 'This joint venture highlights our sustained confidence in the North Bengaluru market, where we have already demonstrated strong traction. The scale, location, and partnership model of this project position it as an ideal platform for integrated development that resonates with the aspirations of urban homebuyers. It aligns with our broader vision of creating high-quality, community-focused housing across emerging corridors.' Mallanna Sasalu, newly appointed CEO of Puravankara Ltd – South, said that North Bengaluru continued to attract discerning homebuyers, driven by infrastructure upgrades and connectivity to key economic hubs. 'This project is conceived on the back of the successes of our previous projects, which validates this joint venture development in this micro-market. The project is expected to come to market in 6–9 months, and we are confident it will be a great addition to our impressive portfolio.' Puravankara competes with other real estate majors such as Prestige, Brigade, and Sobha in the Bengaluru market. The group has also forayed into developing Grade-A commercial real estate, with a presence of 3 million square feet, and is expanding its footprint rapidly.
