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Time of India
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Rekha SLAPPED Hrithik Roshan for real in 'Koi… Mil Gaya': ‘Immediately all my emotions came out'
Rakesh Roshan 's film ' Koi… Mil Gaya ' (2003) is a special movie in Bollywood history. Starring Hrithik Roshan , Preity Zinta , and Rekha , it became a huge hit and an important moment in Hrithik's acting career. Talking about the film, Hrithik once shared a fascinating story about a tough day on set. The big goof-up on set: Prepared for the wrong scene For Hrithik, playing Rohit , a specially-abled young man, was a deeply emotional experience. But even the most dedicated actors can have off days. He shared with Pinkvilla, 'I had landed up on set and I realised that I had come prepared for the wrong scene and we had to do the scene in which Rekha slaps me when I cry and ask why am I not normal, why did God do this to me. That's when she narrates the flashback. It was the deepest and most difficult scene in the whole film and I had not prepared, some miscommunication happened.' It wasn't a small scene either—it was one of the film's most emotional moments, where Rohit breaks down and questions his fate. The gravity of the mistake hit Hrithik hard. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Frozen with fear: 45 minutes of numbness The moment Hrithik realised the mistake, panic set in. He recalled, 'I remember I came in my car and just as I arrived, I rolled the window down and the assistant handed over the scene to me. I took a look at it and told him it was the wrong scene and he said 'nahi sir yehi scene hain aaj ka' (no sir, this is the scene today). I had realised that I had made a mistake when I checked… I went numb. I sat in that car in that position for 45 minutes, I could not even move my fingers. Something just scared the hell out of me and I don't know what that feeling was but I just stayed there for 45 minutes, trying to figure a way to be able to move on and do that scene.' Frozen in his car, unable to move, Hrithik felt the weight of the scene and the pressure of living up to expectations, especially with his father Rakesh Roshan directing. No sympathy from Dad There was no chance the shoot would be cancelled just because Hrithik wasn't ready. He knew his father, a strict and practical filmmaker, wouldn't budge. 'I knew Papa is not going to cancel the scene. I knew I have to bring myself to the point where I can start doing the scene,' he said. So, how did he manage to pull himself together? Music played a big part. Hrithik explained, 'Then slowly I got off and that decision was a huge one. I had a song called Forever Young by Alphaville which I used to play. I played this song three-four times and found the posture of Rohit again,' and then, he went ahead with the scene. Rekha's slap that saved the scene Now came the actual shoot. Hrithik still had the pressure of delivering a powerful performance, but what happened next became one of the most unforgettable moments of his career. Talking about it, Hrithik said, 'I am so glad that Rekha slapped me for real in that scene. Thapp karke saare emotions aa gaye (all the emotions came at once). She really slapped me, she really went for it.' That single slap, jolted Hrithik straight into character. It wasn't planned to be that intense, but it worked, and Hrithik was grateful. The scene turned out exactly how it needed to be: raw, painful, and powerful. Aishwarya Rai Calls Rekha 'Maa' 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 .
The Age
06-05-2025
- Politics
- The Age
Quiet diplomacy? Albanese's post-victory call caught on camera
Anthony Albanese is a fan of quiet diplomacy, regularly reminding reporters that he does not believe foreign relations should be conducted with a megaphone. Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto is not so discreet. When Albanese spoke to Prabowo following his election victory, Albanese informed the media that they had enjoyed a friendly conversation and that he would make Jakarta his first overseas destination for his second term. Prabowo's team, meanwhile, released a minute-long video of their conversation, accompanied by the dreamy Alphaville song Forever Young. This follows a similar move in November when Prabowo released a video of his congratulatory phone call with Donald Trump in which he lavished praise on the president-elect and expressed his desire to travel to Washington as soon as possible. It's a departure from the convention followed by most world leaders, who prefer to keep their conversations private. A sanitised summary (also known as a 'read out') of the conversation will sometimes later be released, but that's usually as far as it goes. In the video, Prabowo applauds Albanese for his 'great victory', saying he was 'so happy' to see him re-elected. 'I have a request for you, and I want you to say yes,' Albanese replies with a laugh. 'Which is: I want Indonesia to be my first visit. Not Washington, not Beijing, not anywhere else.' The video then shows the leaders getting into the details, with Albanese proposing 'Monday week' as a good date if that suits Prabowo's schedule. 'I want to send a message to the world my friend: Australia and Indonesia is an unbreakable bond.'
Sydney Morning Herald
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Sydney Morning Herald
Quiet diplomacy? Albanese's post-victory call caught on camera
Anthony Albanese is a fan of quiet diplomacy, regularly reminding reporters that he does not believe foreign relations should be conducted with a megaphone. Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto is not so discreet. When Albanese spoke to Prabowo following his election victory, Albanese informed the media that they had enjoyed a friendly conversation and that he would make Jakarta his first overseas destination for his second term. Prabowo's team, meanwhile, released a minute-long video of their conversation, accompanied by the dreamy Alphaville song Forever Young. This follows a similar move in November when Prabowo released a video of his congratulatory phone call with Donald Trump in which he lavished praise on the president-elect and expressed his desire to travel to Washington as soon as possible. It's a departure from the convention followed by most world leaders, who prefer to keep their conversations private. A sanitised summary (also known as a 'read out') of the conversation will sometimes later be released, but that's usually as far as it goes. In the video, Prabowo applauds Albanese for his 'great victory', saying he was 'so happy' to see him re-elected. 'I have a request for you, and I want you to say yes,' Albanese replies with a laugh. 'Which is: I want Indonesia to be my first visit. Not Washington, not Beijing, not anywhere else.' The video then shows the leaders getting into the details, with Albanese proposing 'Monday week' as a good date if that suits Prabowo's schedule. 'I want to send a message to the world my friend: Australia and Indonesia is an unbreakable bond.'
Forbes
23-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
One Of The Biggest Hits Of The 1980s Finally Just Went Platinum
It's common these days for hit songs to go gold or even platinum within months of their release. Now that streaming is factored into the equation, tracks that rack up millions of plays are quickly rewarded by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). But not every popular tune has had the benefit of Spotify and Apple Music pushing it toward success. For decades-old cuts, certifications can take years — sometimes even decades — to arrive. That's exactly what has just happened to one of the most iconic tracks from the 1980s, as it finally receives the recognition many assumed it had already earned long ago. Alphaville's 'Forever Young' has officially been named a double platinum hit by the RIAA. That certification means the synth-pop smash has moved at least two million equivalent units in the United States. This week marks the first time the single has been honored by the organization. While many of the band's biggest fans may have assumed it picked up its first plaque sometime in the last four decades, this marks the track's debut recognition. That delayed honor makes sense, though. 'Forever Young' was released well before streaming existed, and while it became a generational anthem, it didn't rack up the kind of sales some might expect during its original chart run. But fans haven't let it go — and in recent years, they've been streaming it in large numbers, finally pushing it to a new peak, at least in terms of certifications. The RIAA awards a gold certification to songs and albums that reach 500,000 equivalent units in the U.S. market. Platinum is achieved at one million units, while multi-platinum can begin at two million and continues in million-unit increments. The term 'equivalent units' now reflects more than just sales. Streaming data, as well as individual track downloads are factored into the total, which helps older hits like 'Forever Young' slowly rack up enough activity to qualify for awards. Released in 1984, 'Forever Young' may not have been a top 10 hit on the Hot 100 — it peaked at No. 65 — but that didn't stop it from becoming a worldwide sensation. The track has been featured in countless TV shows, movies, and commercials, helping it remain culturally relevant throughout the years. Most recently, David Guetta and Ava Max breathed new life into the beloved track with their collaborative single, also titled 'Forever Young.' The song heavily samples the unforgettable chorus from Alphaville's original, and the pair were sure to credit the German band on their release as featured artists. That most recent version has thus far peaked at No. 90 on the Hot 100.
