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‘Jarann' review: Amruta Subhash is terrified, terrifying and terrific in horror thriller
In the demonetisation-themed crime drama Choked (2020), Amruta Subhash's character has a fit when she hears about the note ban. Subhash is brilliant in this scene, covering a gamut of emotions in mere minutes. The highly mobile face that can switch expression without warning, the ability to summon complex emotions, the power to create empathy – Subhash's protean talent gets the platform it deserves in Jarann. Much of the impact of Rushikesh Gupte's Marathi movie is down to the choice of Subhash for the lead role. Gupte's Jarann (black magic, or bewitchment) attempts to reorient the horror genre. Subhash plays Radha, who has been living under a dark cloud since her childhood. Ganguti (Anita Date), who is deemed a witch, dooms Radha to life-long misery. Given whatever befalls Radha in her adulthood, Ganguti's curse appears to be working. A recent mishap in Radha's life has compelled her to consult the psychiatrist Dhananjay (Kishor Kadam). Ganguti's malevolent influence reasserts itself when Radha visits her ancestral house along with her daughter Saie (Avanee Joshi). Ganguti follows Radha and Saie back to their own home, pushing an already high-strung Radha further to the edge. Cinematographer Milind Jog and editor Abhijeet Deshpande are in perfect sync, conveying Radha's perilous situation though creeping camerawork and judicious transitions. AV Prafulla Chandra's ominous soundtrack nudges viewers into shutting their eyes at the right moment – some scenes in Jarann are truly scary. But Jarann wants to be more than a horror film. Hrishikesh Gupte's screenplay is perched in the grey zone between occult belief and psychological fragility, old-fashioned witchery and an enlightened view of paranormal occurrences. The 120-minute film is stacked – overloaded even – with spine-tingling elements, from mouldy attics to seances, scary-looking dolls to altered voices. Running parallel to the frequently doled out jump scares is a conversation about the source of Radha's plight. However, there are convenient holes in the film's premise, especially in the handling of Radha's parents (Rajan Bhise and Seema Deshmukh) and extended family. Given what we eventually learn about Radha, the behaviour of her family members is improbable, inexcusable even. Parenting is a big theme in Jarann, most vividly expressed in Radha's anxiety that Ganguti has infected her daughter too. But for the sake of maintaining suspense, the film sidesteps the role played by Radha's family in their reactions to the Ganguti problem. The twist-heavy climax undermines the film's approach towards its subject matter. Although Jarann lacks the courage of its convictions, there is no hesitation whatsoever in Subhash's performance. Whatever the drawbacks of his film, Rushikesh Gupte deserves kudos for picking the right vehicle for his ambitions. Amruta Subhash is terrified, terrifying and terrific. In scene after scene, Subhash conveys the utter loneliness and anguish of a woman labouring under an unimaginable burden. There are sharp supporting turns too from Kishor Kadam and Anita Date as the mumbo-jumbo spouting Ganguti. Play
Pink Villa
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
‘How dare you touch me?': Gully Boy star Amruta Subhash exposes senior producer for inappropriate behavior
Bollywood actress Amruta Subhash, who has worked in Lust Stories 2, Gully Boy, Choked, and more, recently opened up on the shocking incidents of facing sexual harassment in the industry by some 'big' producers. She exposed a senior producer for inappropriate behavior. In a recent conversation with Zoom, Amruta Subhash recently opened up on the harrowing incident and shared that she was climbing stairs and her top lifted a bit. Soon, the producer of a play came from behind and held a hand near her waist. The actress turned around after feeling something around her waist and found out it was the producer. She questioned him about his behavior but got no serious answer from him as he just brushed it off. Amruta shared, 'Everybody was stunned because he was such a big name. He said, 'No no, your top just moved up,' and I said, 'It's none of your business! How dare you touch me there? You can't do that'." The Gully Boy actress further added that people there were sure that she will be thrown out from her role but she wasn't concerned about it. She continued slamming the producer and strongly made it clear that no one can touch her without her consent. Amruta Subhash revealed that the producer was very elder to her. Meanwhile, the Lust Stories 2 actress also opened up on another similar incident where a producer invited her for drinks at night. When she decided to confront the situation, she showed up unannounced at his room, catching him off guard. Amruta questioned his inappropriate behavior and reminded him of their age difference, expressing her discomfort. Her direct approach surprised him and made him uneasy. She added that she kept the door open for her safety and stood her ground, refusing to feel awkward or tolerate the daily harassment. The actress stated that after this confrontation, the situation improved. Amruta Subhash also has some advice for young girls to tackle such harrowing incidents. She revealed that looking straight into such men's eyes works as they get afraid to make eye contact. She shared that when women feel afraid, they notice and try to overpower them. But looking straight into their eyes makes them scared.
Hindustan Times
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Amruta Subhash reveals being sexually harassed by a big producer: ‘His hand was on my waist, I looked at him and...'
Actor Amruta Subash, who is known for her roles in Sacred Games and Gully Boy, recently opened up about disturbing incidents of sexual harassment she faced in the industry. In a recent interview, the actor revealed two incidents involving big names, while stressing on standing up against inappropriate behaviour. (Also read: Anurag Kashyap clarifies his statement about almost firing Amruta Subhash from Choked: 'I took her example because...') In an interview with Zoom, the actor recalled one such incident and said, "There was a producer of a play. I was climbing some stairs, and maybe my top lifted slightly, I didn't even realise. I felt something - a hand near my waist. I turned around and he was a big producer. I just looked at him and said, 'What did you just do? What was that?' And he just brushed it off pretending as if nothing happened. I said, 'I felt it. What was that?' Everybody was stunned because he was such a big name. He said, 'No no, your top just moved up,' and I said, 'It's none of your business! How dare you touch me there? You can't do that.'" Amruta mentioned that everybody else on the set was worried that she would lose work. However, the actor decided to standup against him because no one should have the audacity to touch her without her consent. In another incident, the actor described how she was tired of another senior, well known producer who would force her to drink with him every night. She avoided him for some time but one day, decided to confront the situation head on. "I banged the door open and entered. I knew people were watching. He was shocked. I looked into his eyes and said, 'Sir, you are my father's age. Why are you talking to me like this? What is your problem?' I said it calmly but directly looking into his eyes. He started getting awkward. Of course, I left the door open, not just for his sake, but for my safety too. After that, things settled down." Amruta will next be seen in Chidiya which also stars Vinay Pathak, Svar Kamble, Ayush Pathak, Brijendra Kala and Muzaffar Khan. Set against the backdrop of a Mumbai chawl, the film revolves around two young brothers, who aspire to play badminton while overcoming the limitations of their modest environment. Directed by Mehran Amrohi, the film is set to hit the theaters on May 30.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anurag Kashyap needs no guidance: Roshan Mathew
Malayalam cinema's rise as a daring and inventive industry has attracted admirers like Anurag Kashyap. Roshan Mathew, who has worked with Kashyap, believes the director doesn't need guidance but appreciates the collaborative environment. The industry's competitive spirit, driven by veterans and newcomers alike, elevates the standards and pushes everyone to deliver their best work. In the last decade, the rise of Malayalam cinema as one of India's most daring and consistently inventive film industries has been hard to miss. From compelling storytelling to a relentless focus on craft, the industry has found admirers far beyond Kerala's borders — including celebrated filmmaker Anurag Kashyap . Known for his gritty, unfiltered filmmaking, Kashyap has been vocal about his love for Malayalam cinema, even claiming in interviews that he's moving his base to the South and intends to make his mark in Malayalam films. But does a filmmaker of his stature need guidance while navigating this close-knit and distinctive industry? Actor Roshan Mathew doesn't think and Roshan have worked together in the past on a film called Choked- it was Roshan's first film in Hindi and it also featured Saiyami Kher . 'I don't think he requires any guidance from me,' Roshan chuckles, speaking in a recent conversation. ' Firstly, he's so good as an actor, like Saiyami and I, we keep discussing how good he is and he's so much fun to watch on screen be it Rifle Club or Maharaja,. And I've always known that he was a great actor. I just didn't expect him to take it and embrace it so wholeheartedly.' Roshan also shared that he's very much in touch with Anurag as he spent a lot of time in Kerala recently. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Thị trường có dấu hiệu suy thoái không? IC Markets Đăng ký Undo They met during the shoot of Rifle Club while he was there. He was also present at the K.R. Narayan Film Institute for a while,they also watched Kennedy together and finally adding that company is what he can provide to Anurag. Kashyap's affection for Malayalam cinema seems to stem from the same space that continues to inspire actors like Roshan — an environment charged with creativity, experimentation, and a healthy disregard for conventional filmmaking norms. For Roshan, it's a particularly exhilarating time to be working in Malayalam films. 'It's incredible,' Roshan says. 'All of us — my colleagues, my friends — we're just grateful to be alive and working in this industry at this particular moment. There are some extremely talented filmmakers, incredibly skilled technicians, and a bunch of really brave producers who are willing to back risky ideas. Everyone's playing together in this space, and it keeps you on your toes.' The actor believes that the collaborative and competitive spirit within the industry has pushed everyone to elevate their game. 'There are so many actors from my friend circle itself — people I've known for the past five or seven years — who I've seen grow into artists capable of delivering work I wouldn't have imagined when I first met them,' he observes. And it isn't just the newcomers or the middle generation leading the charge. The veterans continue to set the tone for the industry. 'People like Mammootty and Mohanlal are leading from the front. They're still choosing challenging roles, working with new directors, and inspiring the rest of us by showing us that there's no room to slack off,' Roshan says. The rising stature of Malayalam cinema on the national stage, coupled with its growing global footprint, hasn't made it complacent. If anything, Roshan believes it's raised the bar for everyone involved. 'It pushes you to put your best work into everything because the standards are very, very high,' he insists. As Malayalam cinema continues to script a new chapter in Indian filmmaking history, it seems there's space for both veterans and newcomers, insiders and outsiders, all united by a commitment to bold, boundary-pushing cinema. 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 .
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Roshan Mathew opens up on the heavy responsibility behind his most emotionally demanding role yet: Exclusive
Roshan Mathew prepares for his role in 'Kankhajura'. He plays a character who stammers. Roshan focuses on authentic portrayal. He avoids insensitive representation. Roshan collaborates with crew members. They provide insights. He appreciates working across languages. Roshan seeks human connection through his roles. He enjoys experiencing different lives. He looks forward to his next project. In a landscape where versatility is both a privilege and a challenge, Roshan Mathew has quietly carved out a space for himself as one of Indian cinema's most exciting, language-fluid performers. From Moothon to Darlings, from Kuruthi to Choked, Roshan has displayed a striking ability to slip into roles with nuance and authenticity. Now, the actor is readying for his next outing in Chandan Arora 's Kankhajura, where he plays a character who stammers — a role that demanded not just technical precision, but deep emotional sensitivity. Speaking about his preparation in an exclusive interview with ETimes, Roshan reflected on the weight such a character can bring. 'I think it's one of those things that as actors, we all get super conscious about. So all our senses are suddenly very, very sharp,' he admits. The pressure of ensuring the portrayal wasn't insensitive or reduced to a trope was something that weighed heavily on him. 'This idea of it not being an insensitive or an offensive portrayal in any sense — it sort of weighs you down a lot. ' Interestingly, Roshan reveals that the initial drafts of the script had prescribed moments where his character's stammer would emerge. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo But he instinctively felt that this approach might not capture the organic nature of such a lived experience. 'I told Chandan sir that probably is not going to work. Please be patient with me, please give me some time, give me a few days, and I will figure my way around it.' And so, he took his time — days spent quietly observing, intuitively feeling his way through the character's speech patterns. 'Eventually over, I think three or four days, I started finding that in the flow of it, there are words on which it seemed to come to me a little more organically than when I planned it,' he says. 'I like that. I just had to then trust the instinct and go for it fully in those situations.' Helping him along the way were two crew members on Kankhajura who themselves had struggled with stammering earlier in life. Their presence offered Roshan both insight and reassurance. 'I was constantly in conversation with them and also very keenly, secretly observing them,' he shares. 'And they were very, very helpful and sensitive through the whole process.' It's this thoughtful, instinct-driven approach that's come to define Roshan's work, whether he's acting in Malayalam, Hindi, or Tamil films. When asked about whether working across languages has expanded his emotional vocabulary as an actor, Roshan considers the question with characteristic honesty. 'I definitely feel like some kind of expansion is happening. That is what I enjoy about jumping between different industries in the first place,' he admits. But for him, it isn't solely about languages or craft — it's about human connection. 'I don't know if it's the emotional vocabulary expanding or if it's just that as people, we're all constantly seeking connection. Like why does almost everybody love traveling? Why does everyone like to go off to a place and live there for a brief couple of days?' he muses. 'That initial feeling of being uprooted from your home to finding a sort of comfortable home in a different place that is completely unknown to you is very gratifying. ' It's an experience Roshan believes causes a kind of personal evolution. 'As an actor specifically, I'm not exactly sure how to point out what it is,' he says with a laugh, 'but there's something happening, which I am absolutely enjoying. Which is why I'm constantly, very keenly on the lookout for, okay — what's the next thing that I can do, that I can jump to, escape, go live a different life, and come back.' 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 .
