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Gulf Today
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Surveen Chawla does not follow a set process to approach her characters
Actress Surveen Chawla, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming streaming series 'Mandala Murders,' has said that she doesn't follow a process to get in and out of a character. The actress recently spoke with IANS, and said that while she doesn't have a process to approach a character, she makes sure to be 100% present mentally in the scene, and do justice to the truth of the moment. However, once the director calls for 'Cut,' the actress easily moves away from it. The actress told IANS, 'I don't have a process. And I don't take myself too seriously. I stopped taking myself too seriously, as Surveen, the person or as Surveen the actor, both. This happened over the course of time. Where I didn't understand the hoo-ha. Or the bubble that I had created in my mind about who I was. I feel it's so important to not have that world around you where you're so engrossed in that bubble. That you can't have a bird's eye view of who you really are. I honestly don't have a process of getting in. Or getting out of one'. The actress further mentioned that a character or a part has ever really lingered on with her after she is done, dusted, completed a part. She continued, 'I think my only process is to just internalise and familiarise myself with what is written on paper. To such a degree that it becomes like second nature. Rather first nature. And then second nature is when I go back home from the set. I think I'm very instinctive, spontaneous'. 'I just kind of get disconnected. There is no part that has hovered around my head. For me it's a job that when I'm at it, I'm just 100% present there', she added. Chawla recently opened up about her role in 'Criminal Justice Season 4,' calling her character Anju Nagpal the 'emotional core' of the series. Chawla shared that Anju is calm and composed on the outside but carries a storm within, making the character both challenging and deeply compelling to portray. In a recent interaction with IANS, the actress shared her thoughts on preparing for her roles and what drew her to the gripping narrative. Reflecting on her character in 'Criminal Justice 4,' Surveen stated, 'See, for me, Anju Nagpal, my character, is the emotional core, the epicentre, the emotional epicenter of the show. And I think she's calm; she's composed. She's in the midst of a storm but not letting it out, not letting it show. She's keeping it all suppressed inside of her.' 'And what drew me to the part, actually, was all of this and much more, which I can't reveal as we speak. But more than just the part, I think it's also the entire team, you know, with such fantastic actors like Pankaj ji, Zeeshan, Shweta, Mitaji, Barkha, and everybody on board.' Indo-Asian News Service
Mint
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
India's most watched OTT show in 2025 so far has no big star, yet 27.7M views; beats Aashram, Panchayat, Squid Game 3
The world of OTT in India is now bigger than ever, with original shows and films releasing across multiple platforms almost every day. Spanning a wide range of genres and languages, OTT content is breaking boundaries and offering Indian audiences a wide range of choices to enjoy online. In this vast sea of content across platforms like Netflix, JioCinema, JioHotstar, ZEE5, Prime Video, and more, one show stood out in the second half of 2025, emerging as the most-watched original OTT show with over 27 million views. It wasn't Bobby Deol's Aashram, Jitendra Kumar's Panchayat, or even the global hit Squid Game 3. This series captured the attention of viewers nationwide with only one popular actor in the lead. The most viewed original OTT show is Pankaj Tripathi's Criminal Justice: A Family Matter, as per a Top 50 streaming originals in India list. Ormax Media has released its Top 50 streaming originals in India list for the first half of 2025. The ranking includes only original content that was released directly on streaming platforms, excluding licensed or dubbed titles. The viewership figures represent the number of unique individuals who watched at least one full episode of a series or a minimum of 30 minutes of a film on any streaming platform. Notably, the numbers reflect actual viewers, not the number of OTT accounts used, with each viewer counted only once, regardless of how many times they watched the particular show or episode. Topping the list is Pankaj Tripathi's Criminal Justice, Season 4 on JioHotstar, which attracted a massive 27.7 million viewers. The show returned with its new season, bringing back Pankaj Tripathi as lawyer Madhav Mishra. It also starred Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Surveen Chawla, Khushboo Atre and Asha Negi. The first three episodes of Criminal Justice Season 4 were released on May 29, 2025. After the initial release, new episodes were released weekly. The show received a positive response from the critics and viewers. Taking the no 1 spot, Criminal Justice Season 4 surpassed hit shows, including Bobby Deol's Ek Badnaam Aashram Season 3 Part 2, which took the second place with 27.1 million viewers. Coming in third is Jitendra Kumar's much-anticipated Panchayat Season 4 on Amazon Prime Video, with a total viewership of 23.8 million. Following the top three, Jaideep Ahlawat's Paatal Lok on Amazon Prime Video bagged the fourth spot with 16.8 million viewers. In fifth place arrived the finale season of the Korean global sensation, Squid Game Season 3, drawing 16.5 million viewers. Others on the list were-- The Legend of Hanuman Season 6 with 16.2 million views, The Royals at 15.5 million views, The Secret of the Shiledars with 14.5 million views, Chidiya Udd at 13.7 million views and Jewel Thief with 13.1 million views.
Mint
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
‘They are not realistic actors': Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub on big Bollywood stars, Criminal Justice Season 4 and more
Actor Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub opens up about big Bollywood stars, his role as Dr Raj Nagpal in Criminal Justice Season 4 and why he still dreams of portraying poet Sahir Ludhianvi. Actor Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, known for his grounded performances, speaks about navigating moral grey zones, parenting with compassion, and why he doesn't see his acting style reflected in Bollywood's biggest stars. Q: Did embodying Dr Raj Nagpal in Criminal Justice Season 4 reshape your own ideas about paternal sacrifice and moral grey zones?  A: Not exactly. I would just say that I understood the idea, and that is why I was able to be there and play the character. So, I think the process is generally the reverse for actors. It's not like while you are playing it, you understand that. You first need to understand it and then only you can play the character and perform it. So yeah, that would be the answer. Q: Name an improvised moment with Pankaj Tripathi (or any other actor from Criminal Justice Season 4) that slipped into the final cut and surprised even the crew. A: No, no. There wasn't because I did not have any dialogues as such. Not many dialogues, especially when I am with Pankaj bhai. But, I think the whole scene, I think that is how any scene happens. Like when he is sitting there and he is talking to me in jail when he comes to meet me. I think even that or maybe the small looks that we share while he is presenting his argument, and I am standing there and just looking there, here and there. I think that was all there. So, nothing like which surprised the audience. There was nothing like that. The crew, especially. I think everything was written there. So nothing like that. Q: You grew up in a multi-faith environment. Now, your child is growing up in a similar diversity. Which lesson from your childhood do you hope becomes her compass? A: I would say just be kind to everyone and do not differentiate between people in terms of caste, creed or religion or anything in that sense. Just be with people because they are humans, and be kind to them. I think that is what I grew up in, and I respect human beings and all the cultures. Q: You once joked you'd trade an arm to breathe life into Sahir Ludhianvi; which forgotten Ludhianvi verse would anchor that biopic's emotional spine? A: I think that would be… Actually, there are many. That is why I would love to play Sahir because I think he is one of the greatest poets. So, I think, but still what attracted me the most was: Ek shahenshah ne banwa ke Taj Mahal, Hum gareebon ki mohabbat ka udaya hai nazaak. That would be the best of Sahir. Q: Scrolling social media feeds can blur reality, especially for an actor. So, what simple offline habit grounds your perspective after heavy online chatter? A: I think it is reading. I still read books and I don't read from digital gadgets or anything. I like to touch the paper, read it and carry the book with me. I think that is something that brings you back to reality, and you see how the real world operates. Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub on his love for books Q: You've worked with big stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, R Madhavan, Akshay Kumar, Kangana Ranaut, Diljit Dosanjh, Dhanush and many other big stars. Whose approach to acting is more similar to yours, and how? A: I don't think anyone's approach is similar to mine. They have their own style. Most of them are stylised actors. They are not realistic actors in that sense. So, I would say no one in this list. Criminal Justice Season 4, called A Family Matter, had its OTT release on May 29. The web series, also starring Pankaj Tripathi, Surveen Chawla and Asha Negi, is streaming on JioHotstar.
Hindustan Times
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Before Kay Kay Menon's Special Ops 2 releases, stream these 5 espionage thrillers on OTT
Kay Kay Menon in Special Ops 2 Kay Kay Menon is returning as Himmat Singh in Special Ops 2. The series will land on JioHotstar on July 11, and you can also watch it with your OTTplay Premium subscription. The new season will revolve around the threat of cyber-terrorism targeting India's digital economy, particularly its UPI infrastructure. Fan-favorite Himmat Singh and his team are brought back to face this new age digital enemy, with the complexity of artificial intelligence and potential global disruption. This season will explore the dark side of artificial intelligence and its potential misuse, while also delving into the personal lives of the characters, including Himmat's daughter. While we wait for Special Ops 2 to drop on JioHotstar, stream other popular espionage thrillers on OTTplay Premium! Pankaj Tripathi's Criminal Justice Season 4, Akshay Kumar's Kesari Chapter 2 are now available to stream on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium! 5 espionage thrillers to watch on OTT Berlin tells the story of a deaf-mute man named Ashok Kumar, who was accused of espionage in Delhi in 1993. Following this, a sign language expert, Pushkin Verma, was assigned to interpret during Ashok's interrogation by intelligence agencies. This film explores themes of guilt, innocence, and the complexities of espionage, as the mystery unfolds. The spy thriller stars Ishwak Singh, Aparshakti Khurana, and Rahul Bose. It's directed by Atul Sabharwal. Tanaav is a series set in Kashmir that focuses on the conflict between a Special Task Group (STG) and a terrorist faction. It follows secret operations and their impact on individuals' lives. The story revolves around Kabir Farooqi, a retired STG veteran, who finds out that terrorist Umar Riaz, whom he thought was dead, is alive, returning to action once again. Kabir and his team deal with difficulties when they infiltrate Umar's brother's wedding and later launch an operation to capture him. The series features Manav Vij, Arbaaz Khan, Shashank Arora, and Rajat Kapoor. Mukhbir - The Story of a Spy is directed by Shivam Nair and Jayprad Desai. It stars an ensemble cast including Prakash Raj, Zain Khan Durrani, Adil Hussain, Barkha Bisht, Harsh Chhaya, Satyadeep Mishra, and Zoya Afroz. The story follows an Indian secret agent who gathers intelligence in Pakistan during the 1965 war, in order to prevent a Pakistani attack on India. Kathmandu Connection revolves around the 1993 Mumbai blasts and the 1999 IC 814 plane hijacking. This story involves a detective, a journalist, and a criminal, whose lives are intertwined with investigations and events that take place in Kathmandu. The series features Amit Sial as DCP Samarth Kaushik, Aksha Pardasany as Shivani Bhatnagar, Anshumaan Pushkar as Sunny Sharma, Gopal Datt as CBI officer Hitesh Aggrawal, and others. Adrishyam - The Invisible Heroes Adrishyam: The Invisible Heroes follows the story of Ravi and Durga, two high-profile secret agents of the Bureau of Investigative Activities (BIA), as they work to neutralize threats to national security. This series explores the world of espionage, where characters operate in gray areas and face moral dilemmas. The series stars Eijaz Khan as Ravi Verma and Divyanka Tripathi as Parvati Sehgal, with Swaroopa Ghosh, Tarun Anand, and others. In season 2, Pooja Gor played the role of Durga.
News18
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Pankaj Tripathi's Kind Gesture Towards Elderly Fan At Criminal Justice Success Bash
Last Updated: In a video shared on Instagram, Pankaj Tripathi is seen greeting an elderly woman who requested him for a picture. It's a double celebration for Pankaj Tripathi. The actor has been getting praises for his performances in two different projects — the web series Criminal Justice Season 4 and Anurag Basu's musical romantic drama Dino. On Friday night, the actor arrived at the success bash of his recently released web show, streaming on JioHostar, where his kind gesture towards an elderly woman had won the audience's hearts. In a video shared on Instagram, Pankaj is seen greeting an elderly woman who requested him to get her picture clicked with the actor. As the lady unlocked her phone and handed it to the shutterbugs stationed outside the location, the Mirzapur actor patiently waited and posed for a picture with her amid Mumbai rains. As the clip progressed, the woman gently remarked, 'I will show this picture to my daughter." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Apart from him, other celebs who arrived at the success bash include Suvreen Chawla, Asha Negi, Anupriya Goenka, Barkha Singh, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayub and the production members. Criminal Justice Season 4, titled A Family Matter, follows the story of Dr Raj Nagpal, who becomes the primary suspect in the death of his lover, Roshni Saluja. The season delves into the complications of a family caught up in a murder investigation, including Raj's estranged wife, Anju, and their daughter, Ira. It explores the secrets and falsehoods inside the family, with lawyer Madhav Mishra working to defend Raj and unearth the truth behind Roshni's death. The show marks the return of Pankaj as the beloved Defence Lawyer, Madhav Mishra. Besides this, Pankaj is also seen in the musical romantic drama, Dino, which was released on July 4. The film features an ensemble cast including Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Ali Fazal, Konkona Sen Sharma, Neena Gupta and Anupam Kher. Up next, he will be seen in the film Parivarik ManuRanjan along with Aditi Rao Hydari. First Published:
