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Time of India
8 hours ago
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- Time of India
Aamir Khan admits he was unhappy with 'Thugs of Hindostan', knew it would flop: 'Main khud hi film se khush nahi...'
Aamir Khan admitted he was unhappy with 'Thugs of Hindostan' and predicted its failure despite producer Aditya Chopra and director Vijay Krishna Acharya's confidence. Unlike his usual anxiety before releases, he felt calm during this film's launch. He is now preparing for 'Sitaare Zameen Par', a remake of Champions. Aamir Khan recently reflected on the disappointing outcome of his 2018 movie 'Thugs of Hindostan', which also starred Amitabh Bachchan, Katrina Kaif, and Fatima Sana Shaikh. He confessed that he had anticipated the film's failure, as he personally didn't enjoy the project and lacked confidence for its release. Candid Confession During his appearance on Raj Shamani's podcast, Aamir openly admitted, "Mujhe bhi Thugs of Hindostan pasand nahi thi. Aaj main khulke bol sakta hoon — Aditya Chopra (producer) se maine bohot koshish ki unko... Jab film release ho rahi thi, main khud hi khush nahi tha. Kiran Rao (ex-wife) ko pata hai, jab meri film release aati hai, main do mahine tak so nahi pata, mera mind overtime chalta hai." He revealed that he never truly liked the film and struggled with anxiety around its release, despite trying hard to convince the producer. Unusual Calmness During Release Khan revealed that before most of his film releases, he often struggles with insomnia due to his mind being overwhelmed with thoughts about the movie. Interestingly, when 'Thugs of Hindostan' was released, he felt unusually relaxed and was able to sleep soundly. He revealed, "Kiran (Rao) ne mujhe bola, 'Release nazdeek aa rahi hai, aur tum itminaan se so rahe ho? Chakkar kya hai?' Maine usse kaha, 'Kiran, mujhe pata hai yeh film nahi chalne wali. Mere andar na excitement hai, na anticipation ki log film dekhenge. Mera dil baith gaya hai ki log yeh film dekhenge. Main khud hi film se khush nahi hoon. Lekin jab producer aur director khush hain, toh main kya kar sakta hoon?'". Confidence of Producer and Director Further, Aamir also admitted that he was absolutely sure the film wouldn't succeed. He mentioned that he shared his worries with producer Aditya Chopra and director Vijay Krishna Acharya , but both remained highly confident about 'Thugs of Hindostan'. Nevertheless, he acknowledged that he couldn't fault them for trusting the project. Upcoming Film On the work front, Aamir Khan is currently preparing for the launch of 'Sitaare Zameen Par', a film directed by R. S. Prasanna and produced by Aamir himself along with Aparna Purohit. The movie, which also stars Genelia Deshmukh, is an adaptation of the Spanish film 'Champions'. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
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22-05-2025
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Kangana Ranaut: 'Aditya Chopra said I was finished when I said no to Salman Khan's Sultan, he messaged me...'
The Queen actress once revealed in an interview how producer Aditya Chopra reacted when she said no to the part. read more Kangana Ranaut and Mrunal Thakur were the first choices for Anushka Sharma's role in Sultan. The Queen actress once revealed in an interview how producer Aditya Chopra reacted when she said no to the part. 'The director came to my house and narrated the script. I had a meeting with Aditya Chopra… just so that I could express my apologies in person and he was fine at the time. But later a news piece came out saying 'Kangana said No to Sultan'. And then he messaged me, 'How dare you'! You say No to me'. And then he told me, 'You are finished,' said Kangana. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Kangana Ranaut is set to make her Hollywood debut with a horror film, titled 'Blessed Be the Evil'. Ranaut, known for films like 'Tanu Weds Manu', 'Fashion', 'Queen' and 'Thalaivii', will star alongside Scarlet Rose Stallone, daughter of action superstar Sylvester Stallone, and 'Teen Wolf' actor Tyler Posey, according to the entertainment news outlet Variety. The film will be directed by Anurag Rudra from a screenplay by Gatha Tiwary. Both will also produce the upcoming project. Described as a horror drama, the production on the film is expected to begin this summer in New York. The producers are also planning to shoot the movie in the US in the wake of President Donald Trump's threat of a 100 percent tariff on imported films. Blessed Be the Evil follows a Christian couple who, after experiencing a devastating miscarriage, purchase an abandoned farm with a dark past. Their love and faith are soon tested by a malevolent presence, according to official synopsis. Ranaut, the BJP MP from Himachal Pradesh's Mandi, was most recently seen in Emergency, which she also directed. Released in January, the film featured Ranaut in the role of the late prime minister Indira Gandhi.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Aditya Chopra once allegedly threatened Kangana Ranaut for rejecting 'Sultan' with Salman Khan: 'How dare you... You are finished!'
Aditya Chopra, known for directing iconic films and shaping Bollywood careers, married Rani Mukerji in a private ceremony after a period of friendship and mutual support. However, his career has not been without controversy, including a notable clash with Kangana Ranaut, who publicly recounted a tense exchange after declining a film offer. Aditya Chopra made his directorial debut with the iconic Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge , which became a landmark in Hindi cinema and cemented Shah Rukh Khan 's image as a romantic hero. Despite staying away from the limelight, Aditya has delivered several hits like Mohabbatein, Veer Zaara, Dhoom, Sultan, and Pathaan, shaping the careers of many stars. A Private Life While Aditya is known for his professionalism and low-key public presence, he has occasionally made headlines for controversies — one of the most talked-about being his clash with actress Kangana Ranaut . When Kangana Ranaut Spoke Out When Kangana appeared on Arnab Goswami's news channel, Republic, she spoke out against the powerful figures in Bollywood and shared a tense experience involving Aditya Chopra. She recounted being approached for a film by a director who visited her home to narrate the script. Later, she met Aditya Chopra to personally clarify and apologise for turning down the offer, and initially, everything seemed cordial. However, when news broke that Kangana had refused Sultan, she claimed Aditya reacted strongly, sending her a message expressing anger and reportedly telling her she was 'finished' for saying no to him. How Aditya and Rani's Love Story Blossomed Aditya Chopra and Rani Mukerji didn't fall in love instantly. Their bond began as a warm friendship that gradually deepened over the years, especially as Rani worked on several YRF projects. When Aditya separated from his first wife, Payal Khanna, in 2009, Rani was also going through a tough time personally. They found comfort in each other's company, and their relationship slowly evolved into a lasting one. After dating for nearly five years, the couple got married in a private and intimate Bengali ceremony in Italy on April 21, 2014. They welcomed their daughter, Adira Chopra, in December 2015. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
India.com
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet star who threatened Kangana Ranaut, worked with Shah Rukh Khan, left his first wife to marry....
Who doesn't know Aditya Chopra, a name that neither became a part of the media buzz nor ran after followers on social media, but he gave a new identity to Indian cinema with films like 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge', 'Mohabbatein' and that too in his own way, quietly and humbly. However, there is an interesting story behind the making of the iconic film DDLJ, which surprisingly took 23 in make and managed to rope in Shah Rukh Khan in a pivotal role. This star threatened to ruin Kangana Ranaut's career Aditya came into the limelight when his name was linked with Rani Mukerji. However, he preferred to remain silent on the rumours of their relationship going on in the film circles. Aditya's dispute with Kangana Ranaut was also common. Kangana had claimed that Aditya had once threatened to ruin her career if she rejected the film Sultan. Aditya made Shah Rukh Khan a 'romantic hero' Aditya Chopra, who has been looking at the profit and loss of the film world from a young age, did such a feat at the age of 23, which even many reputed filmmakers could not do. In 1995, he made a film that is still running in Mumbai's Maratha Mandir theater even after 30 years. The name of that film is 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge'. Aditya made his Bollywood debut as a director with this film starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol. Aditya Chopra married his childhood friend Aditya Chopra's first marriage was with Payal Khanna, who was his childhood friend and an interior designer. The two got married in a private ceremony in 2001, but with time, their relationship started facing problems. During the production of the film Veer-Zaara, news of Aditya-Rani's closeness became common. When this news reached Aditya's family, they were very angry. They liked Payal a lot and were not sure about Rani. Due to this, there was tension in the family and Aditya had to leave his house and stay in a hotel for some time until the situation became normal. Aditya Chopra's love life Talking about the love story of Aditya Chopra and Rani Mukherji, the two first met through Karan Johar, when Rani was shooting for 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai'. However, before this Aditya had first seen Rani in a restaurant after 'Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat'. After becoming popular, Rani appeared in many films of Yash Raj Films like 'Hum-Tum', 'Saathiya', 'Bunty Aur Babli', but the relationship between the two remained professional. At that time, Aditya was married to Payal. Many people speculated that Rani Mukerji was one of the reasons for Aditya Chopra and Payal Khanna's divorce. However, the actress denied being romantically involved with Aditya. According to reports, Aditya Chopra started dating Rani Mukerji after officially divorcing his first wife Payal Khanna. Aditya reportedly visited Rani's house and asked her parents for permission to date her. After Aditya Chopra's divorce, the couple got secretly married in Italy in 2014.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why Kajol used a 'blank page' to wish Aditya Chopra on his birthday
Bollywood actress Kajol took to social media to reveal why she chose a blank page to wish Aditya Chopra on his birthday. Taking to social media, the 'Dilwale' actress shared a heartfelt wish-without a photo-acknowledging the producer's well-known dislike for being photographed. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Posting a blank image, Kajol wrote, "Since you hate getting your picture taken just thought I would wish you a very happy birthday on a blank page instead! Happy happy birthday#adityachopra. " On May 21, Aditya Chopra, the elder son of late filmmaker Yash Chopra and Pamela Chopra, turned 54. His sole sibling is actor and producer Uday Chopra. He is also the nephew of renowned film producers B.R. Chopra and Yash Johar and counts filmmakers Karan Johar and Ravi Chopra among his cousins. For the unversed, was established by Yash Chopra in 1970 and later passed on to his son, Aditya Chopra, who assumed leadership in 2012. Aditya stepped into the spotlight as a director at the young age of 24 with the blockbuster "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" (DDLJ). However, his journey in the film industry began much earlier-he started working in cinema at 18. Prior to directing "DDLJ," Aditya gained valuable experience as an assistant director to his father on classic films like "Chandni" (1989), "Lamhe" (1991), and "Darr" (1993). Additionally, he contributed as a screenwriter for the television series "Parampara." Aditya Chopra, the chairperson of Yash Raj Films (YRF), is known for his extreme shyness and reclusive nature. Despite a prolific career spanning over 35 years in the Hindi film industry, he has rarely given interviews. In his appearance in YRF's 2023 Netflix special 'The Romantics,' Aditya Chopra celebrated the studio's legacy. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "I was privileged that I was already given a huge start by my father. My father was so successful, he literally gave me everything on a platter. I was so lucky. Now if I do not take this head start and make something out of it, I would actually not be doing justice to the opportunity. So that was my drive. How do I put Yash Raj Films on the map of the world?," Aditya had shared.
