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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Not ‘Chandni' or ‘ChaalBaaz,' Sridevi picked THIS film as her best work: ‘People started thinking I can act'
Bollywood has always been blessed with talents that left a lasting impression not just on the cinematic landscape but also on the hearts of the audience. And one such talented artist who charmed all with her unmatched screen presence, sheer beauty, and the ability to evolve with time and every genre was Sridevi. Unfortunately, Sridevi is no longer among us, but even today, her work, her words, and her perspective towards life and cinema continue to inspire. Sridevi called THIS movie her best film Over her illustrious career, Sridevi worked not just in Bollywood, but also in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada cinema. From 'Chandni' to 'ChaalBaaz,' 'Lamhe' to 'English Vinglish,' her every film created a different magical spell, which made everyone fall for her and her craft. For her fans, each of her movies is nothing short of a masterpiece, but for Sridevi, there was one film that was special, which she called her best work. And that movie is none other than 'Mr India.' Speaking about the movie and the director, Shekhar Kapur , in an old interview with Colors Cineplex, Sridevi mentioned, "In every film for an artist, it is the director who plays the biggest role. We were spontaneous, but it was the director who helped. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo For instance, I have worked with Shekhar Kapur, and I really enjoyed my experience in Mr India. It was my best film, I can say. Because that's the first film that was different from a glamorous role. People started talking, of course, I think she can also act. " In the same conversation, she vividly remembered the famous Charlie Chaplin scene, which was originally intended to be a small part of the film. However, after Sridevi got all dressed in her costume and started her performance, Shekhar Kapur was so taken aback by her talent. He turned it into a significant comedic moment, one that continues to delight audiences even many years later. Sridevi birthday special: The actress who will always remain our 'Chandni'
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Sridevi called this her best film, and it's not ChaalBaaz, Lamhe or Chandni: ‘People started thinking I can act'
Sridevi, one of the most celebrated and versatile actors in Indian cinema, left behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations. With a career spanning over five decades and across multiple languages—including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi—Sridevi was a phenomenon who broke barriers with her charisma, talent, and screen presence. And among her many unforgettable performances, Mr. India remains her personal favourite. Renowned actor Sridevi left a lasting impact on Indian cinema with her diverse roles and unparalleled charisma. Sridevi talks about working with Shekhar Kapur Though she never formally attended acting school, Sridevi's innate talent and magnetic screen presence earned her critical acclaim and popular adoration. From the radiant romance of Chandni and the complex duality in ChaalBaaz, to the bold narrative of Lamhe, Sridevi had a rare ability to blend commercial appeal with emotionally nuanced performances. On 56th birth anniversary of Sridevi, we revisit a past interview of her where she revealed why Mr India was special to her. The 1987 science-fiction adventure, directed by Shekhar Kapur, gave her the space to move beyond her glam image and explore a more layered performance. Speaking about the experience, Sridevi once said in an old interview with Colors Cineplex, "In every film for an artist, it is the director who plays the biggest role. We were spontaneous, but it was the director who helped. For instance, I have worked with Shekhar Kapoor, and I really enjoyed my experience in Mr India. It was my best film, I can say. Because that's the first film which was different from a glamorous role. People started talking, of course, I think she can also act." She particularly recalled the now-iconic Charlie Chaplin sequence, which was initially written as a minor scene. But once Sridevi got into costume and began performing, Shekhar Kapur was so impressed that he expanded it into a major comedic highlight of the film—one that still brings smiles to fans decades later. Sridevi's illustrious character Sridevi's talent did not go unrecognised. Over the course of her illustrious career, she received numerous accolades, including the National Film Award for Best Actress posthumously for her role in Mom (2017), five Filmfare Awards, and the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian honour, in 2013. Her performance in films like Sadma, ChaalBaaz, and English Vinglish also earned widespread critical acclaim. Fluent in six languages, Sridevi was a truly pan-Indian star who connected with diverse audiences. Her sudden passing in 2018 left a void that's hard to fill, but her films, characters, and spirit continue to live on.
Pink Villa
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Did Shah Rukh Khan charge a whopping amount for his role in Hey Ram with Kamal Haasan? THROWBACK
Shah Rukh Khan made his Tamil debut in 2000 opposite Kamal Haasan in the film Hey Ram. This epic historical fiction film was also simultaneously shot in Hindi and was directed by the Thug Life actor himself. While the two superstars continue to maintain a strong bond even now, there was a time when Kamal Haasan made a huge revelation about the Bollywood heartthrob. What was Shah Rukh Khan's fee for Hey Ram? Well, Shah Rukh Khan is known to be one of the highest-paid actors in the fraternity today. However, back in 2000, things were different when he made his Tamil debut with Hey Ram. In a previous interview with Colors Cineplex, Kamal Haasan had spilled the beans on the remuneration King Khan charged for his role as Amjad Ali Khan in the film. The Tamil actor shocked everyone with his revelation. He said, 'A lot of times in interviews, he said I just want to be a part of the film. All that he say all these things to please each other. But he (SRK) actually did it. When the budget ran over, he did not even ask for his remuneration.' Kamal Haasan felt SRK wasn't really a businessman Moving on with the revelation, Kamal Haasan mentioned that while everyone considers Shah Rukh as a businessman, he actually isn't really one, which is clear from the way that he skipped payment for the movie. Kamal mentioned that SRK knew the budget of the film and was more than happy to be just a part of it. Fees and remuneration did not cross his mind for once. Did SRK charge anything for his film with Kamal Haasan? Interestingly, while SRK did not take a penny for the film, he did extract a very special kind of fee for his work in Hey Ram, which was in the form of a wristwatch. The senior actor said, 'And I keep telling him.. he says, 'Woh rehne do.' He did the film for a wristwatch.' More about Hey Ram Besides Shah Rukh Khan and Kamal Haasan, Hey Ram also starred Rani Mukerji, Hema Malini, Naseeruddin Shah, Girish Karnad, Vasundhara Das, Om Puri, and others. While it wasn't a commercial success, the movie won three National Awards in total and bagged recognition after being screened in several international film festivals.
