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Indian Express
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘We can't be divided as south or north cinema': Karan Johar
'We are collectively making Indian cinema, and we can't be divided as south or north cinema. We can't be broken. We stand tall and we are together,' said director-producer Karan Johar on Thursday at WAVES 2025. He was moderating a panel discussion on 'Cinema: The Soft Power' which has actors Kareena Kapoor and Vijay Deverakonda as speakers. Talking about the integration of Indian cinema, Johar said, 'The majestic crossover of south Indian cinema started with SS Rajamouli-directed Baahubali: The Beginning (2015).' While Baahubali set the stage for Indians watching more and more south Indian language movies, Rajamouli's RRR (2022) boosted global positioning of Indian cinema, stated the Khabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham director. Seconding that, Deverakonda said, 'Today, actors and producers based in Mumbai and those working in south Indian industries share a close relationship. We should work together to increase distribution of cinema.' Speaking about the global impact of Indian films, Kapoor recounted how once a cab driver in London sang to her songs from the movies made by her grandfather, legendary Raj Kapoor, beautifully. 'Films helped India build cultural relations,' she said. Suggesting ways of consolidating the power of Indian cinema, Deverakonda said: 'If we have to take on the giants of the world, we have to be united. The collection of Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan (2023) crossed Rs 1,000 crore. So did, Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rise. Now imagine the impact if they collaborate. If we have the ambition to grow, the only way forward is collaboration.' Johar cited that such collaborations are in the offing. Action-thriller War 2, scheduled to be released on August 14, features Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR. 'Look at the star power. War 2 is going to explode at the box office,' he said. When asked to pick one film that showcases Indian cinema, Kapoor chose Jab We Met while Johar mentioned Pyaasa (1957) and Kaagaz Ke Phool (1959). 'They resonate with the audience even today,' Johar said. Though Deverakonda didn't pick any single movie, he said a movie showcasing India should feature great music, food and textile. 'The world should watch Indian films across genres,' the Arjun Reddy actor added.
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First Post
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Firstpost At Waves: Kareena Kapoor recalls meeting Hollywood director Steven Spielberg: 'He told me he loved 3 idiots and...'
The actor was speaking at the session 'Cinema: The Soft Power' where she was joined by Telugu star Vijay Deverakonda. The session was hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar. read more Indian cinema is being watched by everyone, including Hollywood legend Steven Spielberg, actor Kareena Kapoor Khan said on Friday as she recalled the time when the Oscar-winning filmmaker praised her 2009 movie '3 Idiots'. At the inaugural World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit here, the actor recounted the story of how she ran into Spielberg at an overseas restaurant soon after the release of '3 Idiots', directed by Rajkumar Hirani and co-starring Aamir Khan. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Even Steven Spielberg is watching our Hindi movies today… I was traveling somewhere and at a restaurant, Steve Spielberg was also there. This was many moons ago, '3 Idiots' had just been released. And he came up to me and asked, 'Are you the same girl who is in that famous Indian film where three students study together?' I said yes, 'I am the same girl.' 'He told me that he loved the film. I don't have to act in an English film for him to see me. He watched '3 Idiots', so that is our moment in Indian cinema,' Kareena said. The actor was speaking at the session 'Cinema: The Soft Power' where she was joined by Telugu star Vijay Deverakonda. The session was hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar. Kareena said she is happy with her work in Hindi cinema and has no intention of trying her hand at movies in the West. 'Films are a passion to me, films run into my blood, I was born into this family. So, never say never, but chasing something is not part of my personality. So, if it has to happen, maybe a Hindi-English film will happen,' the 'Jaane Jaan' star said. Kareena also spoke about the 'insane' impact of Indian films in foreign nations. 'In 2023, I was in a taxi in London, the driver was a local and he started singing my grandfather's song to me because he had watched all of Raj Kapoor's movies. 'He sang the song 'Mera Joota Hai Japani' in Hindi. For me, that was really a great moment of pride… I felt the impact. He made me realise the kind of love that we, as a nation, our films, are getting,' she added. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD What has changed today for good is that people used to enjoy dubbed Hindi films earlier but now they watch them in their native language, Kareena said. Johar said he is honoured to have legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese as an executive producer on his upcoming home production film 'Homebound'. 'It was a huge honour for us to have Martin Scorsese be an executive producer on our film, 'Homebound', the fact that he had made a contribution to a Hindi language film was a huge honour to hear his inputs,' he said. 'Homebound', which is set to be showcased at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival under the Un Certain Regard segment, features Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor. It is produced by Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta and Somen Mishra and co-produced by Marijke deSouza and Melita Toscan Du Plantier.
Hindustan Times
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Jab Steven Spielberg met Kareena Kapoor: ‘Are you the girl in famous Indian film about three students?'
Actor Kareena Kapoor Khan revealed a highlight of her acting career which involves one of Hollywood's biggest filmmakers Steven Spielberg at the Day Two of the inaugural World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 in Mumbai. The actor was part of the Cinema: The Soft Power panel discussion alongside Telugu actor Vijay Deverakonda, moderated by filmmaker Karan Johar. (Also read: Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh Khan reveal how Bollywood and theatres can be saved: 'Only 2% population watches our biggest hits') The Jab We Met actor, in all her excitement, narrated an incident where she happened to meet Steven. He recognised her as the actor in 3 Idiots and also praised her performance in Rajkumar Hirani directed film, which also starred Aamir Khan, R Madhavan and Sharman Joshi in pivotal roles. 'I was actually in a restaurant, travelling somewhere, and Spielberg (Steven Spielberg) happened to be at the same place,' she said, adding, "This was many moons ago. Obviously it was around the time 3 Idiots had just released. He actually came up to me and asked, 'Are you the girl in that very famous Indian film about three students?' I said, 'Yes, it's me!' He said, 'My God, I loved that movie'. So, you know, I didn't have to act in an English film for him to have seen 3 Idiots. That, I think, was a special moment for us",' Kareena said. The four-day summit, held at the Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC) in Mumbai, was launched by PM Narendra Modi on Thursday. Numerous stars from across the country, including Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Deepika, Karan Johar, Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Rajinikanth, Chiranjeevi, Mohanlal, Hema Malini, Akshay Kumar, Anil Kapoor, and others, are attending the summit.
News18
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
WAVES 2025: Kareena Kapoor's Chiffon Saree Is A Love Letter To The Summer Florals
Last Updated: For a panel discussion on Day 2 of WAVES 2025 in Mumbai, Kareena Kapoor slayed in a blue chiffon saree that was adorned with floral prints. The Jio Convention Centre in Mumbai is currently hosting the World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit 2025 (WAVES 2025). The summit is all about boosting India's media and entertainment industry with global participation. The four-day summit involves panel discussions and keynote speeches from stakeholders in broadcasting, infotainment, AVGC-XR, films, and digital media. Day 2 of WAVES 2025 saw Kareena Kapoor gracing the event with her presence as she shared the stage with Karan Johar and Vijay Deverakonda. Taking to her Instagram, Kareena Kapoor shared a series of pictures of her OOTD. The actor opted for a stunning blue floral saree that looked no less than a love letter to summer. Sharing the pictures, she wrote, 'So honoured to be part of a panel discussion at the WAVES Summit, where India isn't just part of the global entertainment conversation, we're driving it. India is fast emerging as a superpower in the global entertainment industry, and this is the beginning of a creative movement that will define the future." Take a look at Kareena's OOTD here. Speaking at the Cinema: The Soft Power panel discussion on Day 2 of WAVES, Kareena opted for a blue and orange floral print saree by Atelier Shikaarbagh. The chiffon saree was adorned with vibrant floral motifs in the hues of orange, beige and brown. She paired the saree with a matching blue sleeveless blouse. Kareena was styled by celebrity fashion stylist Lakshmi Lehr. For the accessories, she went with her blinging diamond ring, a retro-style watch, and diamond and pearl stud earrings. For the glam, she went with a soft glam look. She went with a flawlessly dewy base. She added a swipe of coral blush to her cheeks for that lovely glow from within. She defined her eyes with a soft brown shade on her eyelids, kohl, mascara, and eyeliner. She added a lovely muted brown shade to her lips. She styled her hair in loose waves and completed her look by tying it up in a half-up, half-down hairdo. First Published: May 02, 2025, 14:12 IST
