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India Today
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Nawazuddin Siddiqui shares daughter Shora's acting video, fans call her future star
Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui recently shared a short video showcasing the acting skills of his 15-year-old daughter, Shora. The clip, which features Shora performing a scene in English alongside another actor, has been receiving praise across social media for her talent, composure, and impressive dialogue on Instagram, Nawazuddin captioned the post, "Can I come in.... Scene one #actor #actorslife #nawazuddin_siddiqui #Bollywood #hollywood #script #rehearsals #scenework (sic)."advertisementThe scene is filmed over the shoulder of the other performer, putting full focus on Shora's expressions and performance. Take a look at the video: The video quickly caught the attention of fans and industry insiders. One user wrote, 'I can see the next Radhika Apte in her,' while another declared, 'She will gonna dominate Bollywood (sic).' Many acknowledged her talent as a reflection of her father's legacy, with comments like 'Chip off the old block! She's following your footsteps. Proud father moment (sic),' and 'Look at her eye that way she staring (sic).' Director Ron Kahlon, who reportedly trained Shora in a recent workshop, also praised her in the comments, writing, 'God bless her @nawazuddin._siddiqui. It was my pleasure working with her. Never seen such raw talent!!'In a previous interview with Film Companion, Nawazuddin had spoken about his daughter's passion for acting: 'My daughter is taking training right now. She herself went and got admitted to the performing art faculty. Haath jod ke teacher ke saamne she said, 'I want to learn acting.''Nawazuddin was last seen in 'Costao', which premiered on Zee5 in May, and has several films lined up, including 'Section 108', 'Noorani Chehra', 'Sangeen', and 'Raat Akeli Hai 2'.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Nawazuddin Siddiqui
Hindustan Times
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Internet blown away by Nawazuddin Siddiqui's daughter Shora's 'natural talent' in audition video: 'Nepotism done right'
Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui recently took to Instagram to share a short video featuring a performance. What made this post special was that the actor in the video was not Nawaz himself, but his 15-year-old daughter Shora. The video, which shows Shora perform a short scene with another actor, has the internet buzzing for all the right reasons. Nawazuddin Siddiqui's daughter, Shora, aspires to be an actor. Shora impresses with her acting Nawazuddin Siddiqui took to Instagram on Monday night to share Shora's scene with his followers. The doting father wrote in the caption, "Can I come in…. Scene one," and added several hashtags. The scene shows the young Shora enacting a scene with another performer in English. The scene has been shot over the shoulder of the other performer, with the focus on Shora. The internet is seemingly impressed by the 15-year-old's talent and performance in the small scene, with many praising her dialogue delivery and composure. "I can see the next Radhika Apte in her," wrote one fan with words of high praise. Another added, "She will gonna dominate Bollywood." Many said they weren't surprised at Shora's talent, given her lineage. "Chip off the old block! She's following your footsteps. Proud father moment," wrote one. Another said, 'Now this is nepotism done right.' Director Ron Kahlon, who reportedly coached Shora in a workshop recently, also commented, "God bless her @nawazuddin._siddiqui. It was my pleasure working with her. Never seen such raw talent!!" About Shora's acting dreams Last year, Nawazuddin Siddiqui had revealed Shora's acting aspirations. 'My daughter is taking training right now. She herself went and got admitted to the performing art faculty, haath jod ke teacher ke saamne (with folded hands in front of her teacher) she said, 'I want to learn acting',' he had told Film Companion. The actor himself was most recently seen in the Zee5 film Costao, which released in May. Nawaz now has four films lined up - Section 108, Noorani Chehra, Sangeen, and Raat Akeli Hai 2.
Hindustan Times
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
‘Bewakuf hai kya?': Anurag Kashyap's harsh reaction when Nawazuddin Siddiqui imitated Al Pacino for Gangs of Wasseypur
Nawazuddin Siddiqui's portrayal of Faisal Khan in Gangs of Wasseypur will be forever etched in the memories of cinema lovers. But few people know that Nawaz was inclined to imitate Hollywood legend Al Pacino to bring gravitas to the performance. In a new interview, the actor revealed that director Anurag Kashyap would have none of it and had different advice for him. (Also read: Did You Know Nawazuddin Siddiqui trained Ranveer Singh for his Bollywood debut in Band Baaja Baarat?) In an interview with Filmfare, Nawaz recalled, "I went on the first day acting like Al Pacino. I had thought about emulating him beforehand. I used to have phases – Robert De Niro for three months, Al Pacino for three months, and Brando. He said, 'Bewakoof hai kya tu? (Are you stupid?) Don't do that, you will become stiff and stuck in one place." Nawaz added that he tried to use the Scarface actor to make his performance more powerful; however, Anurag had a different suggestion. 'Anurag said that vo mera kaam hai, main tere peeche 6 foot ke log khade kardunga, apne aap powerful lagega (That's my work, I will put tall men behind you, you will look powerful). Don't do anything, be normal. I couldn't sleep the whole night. I felt that he was right. The very next day, I went and forgot everything. Bhaad mein jaaye, main Nawaz hu, main jaisa dikhta hu vaisa hi jaakar karunga. (Let it go to hell. I am Nawaz, and I will act the way I feel is right" The advice clearly worked for him, as Gangs of Wasseypur became a cult classic and is still revered by the audience. Nawazuddin is currently seen in the movie Costao. He plays Costao Fernandes, a Goa customs officer who sacrifices everything to bust a gold smuggling operation. Directed by Sejal Shah, the biographical drama also stars Priya Bapat, Kishore, Hussain Dalal, and Mahika Sharma in key roles. The film is streaming on ZEE5.
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First Post
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Nawazuddin Siddiqui credits Manoj Bajpayee & Irrfan Khan for breaking stereotypes: 'Even if I get a 40-second role...'
Nawazuddin shared that when he arrived in Mumbai, he witnessed how actors like Manoj Bajpayee and Irrfan Khan were already breaking stereotypes read more Nawazuddin Siddiqui has carved a place for himself among the legendary actors of Indian cinema, not just for the films he has done, but for the depth and brilliance he brings to every performance. His consistently remarkable work has earned him a well-deserved iconic status over the years. He is often mentioned in the same league as the late Irrfan Khan, who gave Indian cinema some of its finest moments. Nawaz has proven that passion and dedication can help you rise above all odds. In a recent interview, he spoke about arriving in Mumbai with dreams and, despite not fitting the stereotypical hero mould, making his mark, crediting Irrfan Khan and Manoj Bajpayee for paving the way. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Nawazuddin shared that when he arrived in Mumbai, he witnessed how actors like Manoj Bajpayee and Irrfan Khan were already breaking stereotypes. With Satya released, Manoj was redefining norms in Bollywood. Reflecting on their impact, Nawaz said, 'Manoj bhai and Irrfan bhai gave us a lot of confidence and hope.' Nawazuddin Siddiqui shared that while he had no delusions about his looks, he had complete clarity about his abilities as an actor and was confident he would make an impact. 'I knew that I had trained myself so well that even if I get a 40-second role, I will be able to make an impact on the audience. I was doing theatre in Delhi, but wasn't earning enough to survive. I came to Mumbai thinking that I would earn some money, whatever is required for basic survival, by acting in television serials and picking up some bit roles in movies, and along with it, continue to do theatre. Agar kuchh bhi nehi mila toh I would put together a theatre group and do street plays. I just wanted to keep acting and keep honing my craft.' Nawazuddin Siddiqui has been consistently proving his mettle as an actor with every performance. Audiences are always eager to witness what he brings to the screen next. His recent film Costao earned critical acclaim, further solidifying his status as a legendary performer. With several exciting projects in the pipeline, Nawaz is currently busy shooting for several projects. He will next be seen in Maddock Films' horror-comedy Thama, starring alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Ayushmann Khurrana, raising expectations for yet another iconic performance.
New Indian Express
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Projects choose me, characters find me: Actress Mahika Sharma
With a flair for comedy and a fearless screen presence, Mahika Sharma is making her mark. Known for diverse roles across television and film, she also did theatre for six years on the Delhi theatre circuit. In 2025, Sharma expanded her filmography with a significant role in biographical crime drama Costao. She plays its villain Peter D'Mello's young wife, Cassandra. Directed by Sejal Shah, film star Nawazuddin Siddiqui plays the role of Costao Fernandes, a Goa customs officer who exposes a major gold smuggling operation in the 1990s. Though new to the industry, Sharma has a head on her shoulders. She says it's always joyful to work with seasoned actors. 'When you start off, you don't choose, you just audition. I always wanted to work with Nawaz sir. My character, Cassandra, is a young girl who gets caught up in bigger politics. My reel roles have somehow run parallel to my real life. Before I got Costao, I was figuring out how to sustain myself in Mumbai. Cassandra came to me at a time when I think I needed her the most.' Acting in the crime drama thriller television series Breathe: Into the Shadows to Liberation, was another intense experience. Sharma thrives in transforming herself with each role. When asked how she selects such varied roles, she says: 'I would say it's the other way round. Projects choose me and characters find me. I like to work on projects where I can explore impactful roles. It's always a delight to do challenging roles, where I can live vastly different lives in one lifetime!' For Sharma, creativity isn't confined to scripts and sets. A trained MMA enthusiast, a passionate musician, painter, and writer, her personal interests often bleed into her professional aspirations.
