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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Sanjay Dutt told SRK ‘If anyone touches you, tell me'; A bond forged before the fame-- Throwback
When was new to Mumbai and still finding his feet in the industry, he didn't have many friends or people to turn to. It was during this uncertain time, as he once recalled, that extended a gesture of kindness that SRK never forgot. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Speaking years later on an episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati, Shah Rukh earlier shared a heartfelt story involving the Munnabhai star. 'I had fought with someone, I had nobody in the city, my parents weren't there either. Then, Sanjay Dutt came to me in his jeep and said, 'If anyone touches you, you tell me,'' he recounted. 'So he is my elder brother.' The moment, deeply emotional, revealed a side of Sanjay Dutt that doesn't often make headlines. Behind the controversies, A man known for loyalty Sanjay Dutt's life has often played out in the public eye, whether it was his struggles with drug addiction, legal troubles during the 1993 Bombay Blasts case, or the many chapters of his romantic life. But for those close to him, Sanju has always been more than the controversies. Rajkumar Hirani's 'Sanju', released in 2018 with Ranbir Kapoor in the lead, attempted to capture that layered personality, particularly his deep-rooted emotional bonds with friends and family. Dying Fan Gifts Sanjay Dutt ₹72 Cr | His Unexpected Reaction Breaks The Internet While some sections accused the film of whitewashing, there's no denying the actor's reputation for loyalty and emotional strength, especially towards those he considers part of his circle. From a jeep ride to brotherhood, A lasting memory As Sanjay Dutt celebrates his birthday today, this particular memory of a young Shah Rukh Khan being protected by a then-established Dutt resurfaces with even more warmth. On the work front, Sanjay Dutt was recently seen in the comedy entertainer film 'Housefull 5' which turned out to be a superhit.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rajkummar Rao to lead Ujjwal Nikam biopic, filming starts October 2025: Report
The Ujjwal Nikam film, produced by Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films and directed by Avinash Arun, stars Rajkummar Rao as the lead. Filming begins October 2025 and wraps by March 2026. It focuses on Nikam's key courtroom battles, including the 1993 Bombay Blasts and 2008 Mumbai Train Attacks. At the beginning of 2024, there were reports that Aamir Khan was considering starring in a biopic about Ujjwal Nikam, directed by Avinash Arun. However, the plans fell through when Aamir chose instead to take on a biopic about Dadasaheb Phalke , helmed by Rajkumar Hirani . Recently, the Ujjwal Nikam biopic has been revived, with Avinash Arun bringing Rajkummar Rao on board to portray the lead character. Filming Schedule and Actor's Preparation Now, a source revealed to Pinkvilla that the Ujjwal Nikam biopic will go on floors in the last quarter of 2025 with a start-to-finish schedule. The prep-work for Ujjwal Nikam biopic is presently underway, and Rajkummar is expected to undergo intense acting workshops to step into the shoes of a real-life lawyer. Several names were considered for the film, but eventually, Avinash felt that no one fits the bill like Rao. Production and Story Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films will produce the movie, which will delve into the contentious legal battles surrounding the 1993 Bombay Blasts and the 2008 Mumbai Train Attacks. The source said that it is a tribute to one of the greatest public prosecutors of India. Avinash Arun, Dinesh Vijan, and Rajkummar are all excited to bring it to the spectacle. The film will retell a few of the biggest courtroom battles on the big screen. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn how to send more effective emails with AI built to optimize writing. Grammarly Install Now Undo Filming Timeline and Release Plans Filming is scheduled to start in October 2025, with completion expected by March 2026. The source concluded, saying that the makers are looking to release it in the second half of 2026. Maddock is looking to diversify its lineup with films across genres, and the Ujjwal Nikam Biopic is just an addition to the same.
Pink Villa
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXCLUSIVE: Rajkummar Rao begins Ujjwal Nikam Biopic with Avinash Arun from October 2025
Earlier in 2024, Pinkvilla had exclusively reported that Aamir Khan is in talks for the Ujjwal Nikam biopic with Avinash Arun as the director. The conversations eventually fizzled out as Aamir decided to sign on for a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke with Rajkumar Hirani. And now, we have exclusively learnt that the Ujjwal Nikam biopic is back on track, as director Avinash Arun has roped in Rajkummar Rao to play the titular role. According to sources close to the development, the Ujjwal Nikam biopic will go on floors in the last quarter of 2025 with a start-to-finish schedule. 'The prep-work for Ujjwal Nikam biopic is presently underway, and Rajkummar Rao is expected to undergo intense acting workshops to step into the shoes of a real-life lawyer. Several names were considered for the film, but eventually, Avinash felt that no one fits the bill like Rajkummar Rao,' revealed a source close to the development. The film will be produced by Dinesh Vijan under his banner, Maddock Films, and will focus on the controversial courtroom proceedings of the 1993 Bombay Blasts, as also the 2008 Mumbai Train Attacks. 'It is a tribute to one of the greatest public prosecutors of India. Avinash Arun, Dinesh Vijan, and Rajkummar Rao are all excited to bring it to the spectacle. The film will retell few of the biggest courtroom battles on the big screen,' the source added. The film goes on floors in October 2025, and will be wrapped up by the March 2026. 'The makers are looking to release it in the second half of 2026. Maddock is looking to diversify it's line up with films across genres, and the Ujjwal Nikam Biopic is just an addition to the same,' the source concluded. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates
India.com
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This Shah Rukh Khan's blockbuster was rejected by 5 actors and 4 actresses, later became the highest-grossing film of the year, won National Awards, it earned Rs.., lead actors are…
This Shah Rukh Khan's blockbuster was rejected by 5 actors and 4 actresses, later became the highest-grossing film of the year, won National Awards, it earned Rs.., lead actors are... In the ever-evolving world of showbiz, many films come and go. Some entertain us for a little while, and before we know it, vanish from our memory like thin air. With the overload of content on OTT and every Friday, the attention span of the audience is short, while the options are many. However, in the middle of all this, once in a while, come some rare films that remain etched in our memories for years to come. Their strong storyline and characters resonate with the audience for years and are no less than a phenomenon. One such film is a cult classic that became a blockbuster hit; however, what makes the story more interesting is that this film's star cast wasn't exactly how the filmmaker initially imagined. Before hitting gold at the box office, this blockbuster went through many casting reshuffles, but eventually went to one whose fate was tied to it. The film we are talking about is none other than 'Darr'. This film was made under a big banner and had a star-studded cast. It was directed by the most celebrated filmmaker, Yash Chopra, and it featured Sunny Deol and Juhi Chawla in the lead, with 'Badshah' of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan, as the villain. Released in 1993, this romantic psychological thriller was a super-duper hit and broke many records at the box earning with its huge collection. However, before it went to the final star cast, who made a huge contribution to the film. It was rejected by 3 actresses and 5 actors. Initially, Yash Chopra approached Sridevi for the infamous Kiran's role, however, she wanted some changes in the script, which couldn't materialise. Then, Madhuri Dixit was offered this film, but she couldn't resonate with the script, and later the offer when to Aishwarya Rai, but she was busy preparing for the Miss World competition. Later, Divya Bharti also declined the offer. Eventually, the offer went to Juhi Chawla, who ultimately signed the role. Similarly, for Sunil's role, Yash Chopra's initial choices were Rishi Kapoor, Mithun Chakraborty, and Jackie Shroff, who refused the offer. Then, finally, Sunny Deol was signed for this film. Yash Chopra wanted Sanjay to play Shah Rukh Khan's villain role, but during that time, he was going through the controversy of possessing illegal weapons after the Bombay Blasts. After this, Ajay Devgan was offered this role, but he refused, and finally Shah Rukh Khan was signed for this role. After many rejections and challenges, Shah Rukh's blockbuster film became the highest-grossing film of the year. It earned Rs. 21.3 crores at the box office and won many awards, including the National Award for Best Popular Film. It has an IMDB rating of 7.6 and in available on Amazon.
India Today
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Rajkummar Rao set to replace Aamir Khan in Ujjwal Nikam biopic: Report
Actor Rajkummar Rao is in discussion to replace Aamir Khan in the upcoming biopic based on the life of Ujjwal Nikam, one of India's most well-known public prosecutors. Aamir was earlier in talks to play the man himself but now, he will be co-producing the film alongside 'Munjya' and 'Stree' producer, Dinesh Vijan.A source close to the actor told Mid-Day, 'Dinesh is keen on having Rajkummar play Nikam. He brings the right intensity and range to the role. Preliminary talks have been positive.'advertisementThe filming of Ujjwal Nikam's biopic is set to begin soon, although no date has been disclosed yet. The film's team is reworking the script to suit Rajkummar's style. The tone of the film will now be more grounded and realistic, with a focus on courtroom drama and political undertones. Rajkummar is currently working on a Vikramaditya Motwane project, in which he will be playing a sportsman. The source also stated, 'Raj is immersed in prep for Vikramaditya Motwane's next, which is a physically and emotionally demanding script since he plays a sportsman. The dates will need to be worked out.'The biopic will delve into Ujjwal Nikam's career and his role in significant legal cases. He is a well-known name, famous for his sharp courtroom presence and legal expertise. These include the 1993 Bombay Blasts, the 2008 Mumbai attacks, the Gulshan Kumar murder case, and high-profile rape and murder trials. He was awarded the Padma Shri in 2016 for his contributions to the Indian Watch
