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India Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Exclusive: Sara Ali Khan says trusting Anurag Basu in Metro In Dino came naturally
Sara Ali Khan is no stranger to playing complex characters, each with their own quirks, conflicts, and contradictions. From the small-town charm of Somya in 'Zara Hatke Zara Bachke' to the layered chaos of Rinku in 'Atrangi Re', Sara has been on a mission to explore every shade of the modern Indian woman. In Anurag Basu's 'Metro... In Dino', she slipped into the shoes of Chumki - a character that's equal parts relatable and an exclusive interview with India Today, the actor opened up about why Chumki's story resonated deeply with her, what it was like working with the maverick Basu, and how every role is a journey of unlearning and surrendering to the magic of ON HER CHARACTER CHUMKI'Chumki thinks she has it all figured out, but life has other plans'. Sara began by reflecting on how 'Metro... In Dino' captures the ever-shifting terrain of modern relationships. 'I think the overall theme of confusion, overthinking, and overplanning is something people will relate to a lot more today than maybe a few years ago,' she says. Chumki, she adds, is a mirror to this generation's need to control and calculate everything, until life forces them to just let go.'And, you know, Chumki believes she has it all figured out,' Sara shares, adding, 'But life has other plans! And ultimately, her attempt to go with the flow and follow her heart is what I resonate with I find that inspiring.' Photo: Instagram/Sara Ali Khan SARA CALLS ANURAG BASU 'GENIUS'Working with Anurag Basu, renowned for his emotional depth and whimsical storytelling, was, as expected, a dream come true. ' Dino' marked their first ever collaboration. Describing him, Sara couldn't help but call him "a true genius".'Basu Da is a true master, and I've always known that,' says Sara. She enthusiastically added, 'But watching the film made me truly realise what a genius he is. It's incredibly liberating to surrender to his vision, and trusting him comes so naturally.'The director's signature storytelling, she says, creates a space where actors can simply be. That sense of freedom translated directly into the rawness and vulnerability of Chumki's ' Dino', Chumki is a conflicted young woman navigating emotional abuse - both at work and in her toxic relationship with colleague Anand. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with Parth (Aditya Roy Kapur), a traveller and theatre artiste. Photo: Instagram/Sara Ali Khan SHE ALWAYS EXPLORES VERSATILITYVersatility isn't just a buzzword in Sara Ali Khan's career - it's a conscious pursuit. From romantic comedies to intense dramas, her roles have swung across a wide emotional spectrum, but her approach remains asked how exciting it was to explore the many shades of herself on screen, Sara explains, "I've always aspired to explore versatility and have prayed for opportunities that would challenge me."She adds, 'Whether it's Somya, Rinku, Bambi, or Chumki, what draws me to any film is always the story. I believe I'm just one of the storytellers, and it's my responsibility to approach each character with freshness and honesty.'She adds, 'With every new role, there's a need to unlearn, surrender to the director's vision, and allow yourself to flow with it. At least, that's always what I attempt to do.'"IT WAS A BLAST WORKING WITH ADI"Sara's pairing with Aditya Roy Kapur in 'Metro... In Dino' might've raised a few eyebrows initially, but on screen, the chemistry feels effortless and deeply rooted. The credit, she says, goes to the comfort and spontaneity that defined their working dynamic.'Adi was just easy, spontaneous, and non-judgemental,' she adds, 'So working with him was a blast. More than anything, Basu Da and he never forgot to fully have fun while on set, and the rest was just surrendering to Basu da and letting his magic take over.' Photo: Instagram/Sara Ali Khan advertisementAsk her about the Gen Z love for Chumki (her character in Metro), and Sara beams with gratitude. She says, 'I've always wished for roles that are versatile, different, and something that audiences will like to watch and know more about. I truly feel lucky that I've had the chance to explore that genre - because every character of mine has been so different from the other. The common thread has been the attempt to approach them with honesty and a sense of newness. Chumki was a result of just that.'Besides Sara, ' Dino' also features Aditya Roy Kapur, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Ali Fazal, Anupam Kher, Konkona Sensharma, Pankaj Tripathi and Neena Gupta. The film's music has been composed by Pritam.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Sara Ali Khan
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Aanand L Rai On Dhanush And Sonam Kapoor's Reaction To Raanjhanaa's Altered Ending: ‘Nobody Approves Of This'
Aanand L Rai slams Raanjhanaa's AI-altered ending, says neither Dhanush nor Sonam Kapoor approved the change. He plans to remove his name from the new version. Filmmaker Aanand L Rai has been openly expressing his displeasure over Eros International's decision to revise the ending of his cult classic Raanjhanaa with the help of AI. Now, the director, in a recent conversation, shared the reaction of the film's leads, Sonam Kapoor and Dhanush, to this news. While speaking to Times Now, Rai shared, 'Nobody approves of this. Who would like it, and why? A character that has already been established—it takes years to truly live a story. An actor invests a major part of their life into it, and you suddenly want to change it? How is that even possible?" 'There's always a reason why a story is told. What is the intention behind telling this particular story? It belongs to a genre called tragedy, which has its own flavour. The audience connects with it. You can't simply change a story by rewriting the ending. An actor brings layers of emotions to a character, which actually gives weight to the genre. You can't just say, 'Let's change the ending, now no one dies, and everyone lives happily.' That's not how stories are told," he further continued and added. Rai has already raised his objections with Eros over the AI-created alternate ending in the re-release, making it clear he did not approve of the change. However, since the studio has neither agreed nor acted on his concerns, he now plans to send a formal letter demanding his name be removed from the AI-altered version. In the original ending of Raanjhanaa, Dhanush's character, Kundan, dies. But in the AI-modified version, the story takes a different path, with Kundan surviving and the film concluding on a happier note. For the unversed, Aanand L Rai has previously collaborated with Dhanush in Atrangi Re. They are working on their third film together, Tere Ishk Mein, with Kriti Sanon. Why did Eros alter the ending of Raanjhanaa? In a statement to PTI, the company's Group CEO, Pradeep Dwivedi, said, 'This is a creative reimagining, not a replacement, and is consistent with global industry practices, including anniversary editions, alternate cuts, and modernised remasters. We categorically reject Mr. Rai's allegations, which are not only factually incorrect but also legally unfounded. The re-release is a respectful reinterpretation and not a 'tampering' of the original. It is clearly positioned as an alternate, AI-enhanced version—akin to classic cuts or re-edits seen globally." 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.
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Eros Hits Back At Aanand L Rai, Calls Raanjhanaa's Altered Ending ‘Creative Reimagining'
Eros International denies Aanand L Rai's claims over AI-altered Raanjhanaa ending, calling it a creative reimagining and not a replacement of the original story. Filmmaker Aanand L Rai has openly expressed his disappointment over the news of Eros International planning to alter the ending of his 2013 classic romantic drama Raanjhanaa by using AI. Now, after the director expressed his sadness, the studio has explicitly rejected Aanand's allegations, calling the altered ending just a creative re-imagination and not a replacement. In a statement to PTI, the company's Group CEO, Pradeep Dwivedi, said, 'This is a creative reimagining, not a replacement, and is consistent with global industry practices, including anniversary editions, alternate cuts, and modernised remasters. We categorically reject Mr Rai's allegations, which are not only factually incorrect but also legally unfounded. The re-release is a respectful reinterpretation and not a 'tampering' of the original. It is clearly positioned as an alternate, AI-enhanced version—akin to classic cuts or re-edits seen globally." Further, when questioned if the team of Raanjhanaa was informed about the studio's decision, the company stated that it holds the sole and exclusive copyright of the film. It added that the 'reinterpretation has been developed with sensitivity and respect for the original creative team's contribution." While sharing that they tried to acknowledge Aanand's 'concerns and responded to him respectfully," they added that he 'has chosen to publicly distance himself from the project, despite the film being a product of collaborative effort where rights are lawfully vested with the producer. Our re-release is an homage to the film's legacy, not a deviation from it." Why did Eros alter the ending of Raanjhanaa? Eros International has reportedly sold an updated version of Raanjhanaa to Tamil Nadu-based distributor Upswing Entertainment for the film's release in the Tamil language. Director Aanand L Rai believes the studio deliberately chose to test the AI-generated version in a region where his influence is limited, but where lead actor Dhanush remains popular. In the original ending of Raanjhanaa, Dhanush's character, Kundan, dies. But in the AI-modified version, the story takes a different path, with Kundan surviving and the film concluding on a happier note. For the unversed, Aanand L Rai has previously collaborated with Dhanush in Atrangi Re. They are working on their third film together, Tere Ishk Mein, with Kriti Sanon. 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.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sara Ali Khan opens up about working with Aditya Roy Kapur; says he is 'easy-going and not judgy'
is clearly in a reflective and grateful mood after the success of 'Metro... In Dino', which hit theatres on July 4. Directed by , the romantic drama has emotionally connected with audiences for its heartfelt stories and fresh pairings. One such pairing that caught attention is that of Sara and . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Speaking in a recent interview with Hindustan Times, Sara opened up about how comfortable she felt working alongside Aditya. 'Adi is a very easy-going person. He allows the other person to feel relaxed. He's not judgy, so that makes it very easy to work with him,' she shared. Sara portrayed the role of Chumki, while Aditya played Parth in the film. Stepping Back From the Social Media Glare Sara also spoke candidly about her evolving relationship with social media. While she was once known for her vibrant, quirky Instagram presence, things have changed. 'I used to enjoy Instagram maybe a little more than I do now,' she admitted. 'That's not to say that I don't enjoy it at all… But now there are days when I'll feel like doing something fun and I'll do it, but I don't necessarily feel that way as often as maybe I did. ' The constant scrutiny and noise, she hinted, have made her rethink her online presence. Lessons From a Veteran In the same conversation, Sara mentioned a piece of wisdom shared by her 'Metro... In Dino' co-star . 'He was speaking about how actually our existence is just between action and cut,' she said. What's Next for Sara? On the professional front, Sara is reportedly in talks to work with director Aanand L Rai again, after their earlier collaboration in 'Atrangi Re'. Meanwhile, her recent outing ' Dino' earned 3.5 star rating out of 5 and our review reads, "There has been a scarcity of love stories in Bollywood and Metro In Dino, elevated by some fine performances, fills that gap perfectly. It is a breezy, intimate watch tailor-made for a rainy day. " 'Metro…In Dino' Soars on Second Sunday, Hits ₹41.59 Cr India Total
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sara Ali Khan once recalled Akshay Kumar pranking her on 'Atrangi Re' set by feeding her garlic as prasad: 'I felt sick...'
Sara Ali Khan recounted a hilarious prank by Akshay Kumar on The Kapil Sharma Show, during promotion of Atrangi Re. Akshay mischievously hid garlic pods inside a laddoo and offered it to Sara. She playfully revealed that Akshay tricked her with a 'divine offering' that turned out to be a ball of garlic, leaving her shocked and feeling slightly unwell. Sara Ali Khan recently revisited one of the funniest—and most unexpected—moments from the sets of Atrangi Re. While promoting the film with co-star Akshay Kumar and director Aanand L Rai on The Kapil Sharma Show , Sara opened up about Akshay's legendary on-set mischief. Known for his playful nature, Akshay pulled off a prank that left even the usually composed Sara stunned—and slightly queasy. Sweet Treat… or Not? Recalling one of Akshay Kumar's pranks, Sara Ali Khan shared on The Kapil Sharma Show that he once hid garlic pods inside a sweet ball (laddoo) and offered it to her. When Akshay Kumar asked Sara Ali Khan which of his pranks she had fallen for, she playfully replied, 'Sir, you fed me garlic.' The actress was referring to the time he cleverly disguised garlic pods inside a sweet, catching her completely off guard. The Garlic Incident While appearing on The Kapil Sharma Show, Sara Ali Khan shared a funny incident involving Akshay Kumar's mischievous side on the sets of Atrangi Re. She revealed that Akshay once tricked her by handing over a sweet, claiming it was a divine offering. However, it turned out to be a ball of garlic—leaving her completely shocked. Sara joked that instead of preparing a proper meal, Akshay pranked her with an entire garlic pod disguised as prasad. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Unlimited Cell Phone Planes? Get More Insights On It Here Unlimited cell phone planes? get more insights on it here Learn More Undo Sara Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar appeared on The Kapil Sharma Show alongside director-producer Aanand L Rai to promote their film Atrangi Re. During a light-hearted exchange, Akshay asked Sara if she genuinely felt bad about the garlic prank, to which she admitted feeling slightly unwell. When he jokingly asked her to swear on her career that she actually ate it, Sara cheekily clarified that she would have felt sick—if she had eaten the whole thing.
