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Indian Express
3 hours ago
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- Indian Express
Aamir Khan was told he would lose his reputation after this Imran Khan film: ‘Aapka naam mitti mein mil jayega'
Actor Imran Khan had a short but impactful time in the movies in the late 2000s-early 2010s. The actor appeared in films like Jaane Tu Yaa Jaane Na and Delhi Belly in this period which continue to be loved by his fans. In a new interview, Imran shared that people around his uncle Aamir Khan, who was also the producer of Delhi Belly, had a very negative reaction to the Abhinay Deo film. He recalled that despite the negative reactions, Aamir stood by the movie. In a conversation shared on the YouTube channel Scene1Take1, Imran said that after they finished shooting the film, they had a small screening with the first cut. This was at Aamir's office and a few people, including Imran, Abhinay, writer Akshat Verma, a few of Aamir's friends and some staff members from the office were present at the screening. 'When it ended, Aamir's very close family friend, he said, 'Aamir what have you done? What have you made?' He pointed at me and said, 'Tu iska career barbaad kar dega (You will destroy his career).' He said, 'Aamir, tu meri maan (listen to me), don't release this film. Bury the negative,'' he said. Imran Khan recalled that Aamir Khan's security personnel at the time also disliked the film. 'Aamir's security guy at that time, he chimed in and said, 'Sir, aaj tak aapne jo bhi naam kamaya hai, mitti mein mil jayega sab. Agar aap iss picture ko release karenge, aapka naam mitti mein mil jayega (Sir, whatever name you have made for yourself, it will all be destroyed. If you release this film, you will be destroyed).' They just piled on him. They were like, 'This film is terrible, it's offensive, obscene, ugly, disgusting. It's a bad film.' The entire feedback was, 'Burn the negative. Don't let anybody find out that you have made this film,'' he recalled. ALSO READ | Housefull 5 movie review: Akshay Kumar leads yet another loud, formulaic farce Imran said that after listening to these reactions, he and Akshat (writer) fell ill for two days but Aamir 'didn't flinch.' 'Aamir didn't flinch. He looked at the whole thing and he said, 'No, it is correct. You guys have shot the right film, it's there, the problem is only the edit. Whatever was there in the script, you guys have shot it and you have delivered it, don't worry about it. We just have to edit it correctly,'' he said. Imran said that it was after this that the team learnt a 'very valuable lesson' as they re-edited the film. Delhi Belly also starred Vir Das and Kunal Roy Kapur.
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3 days ago
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Avantika Malik finally breaks silence on divorce with Imran Khan, describes it as 'death': 'I have been through clinical depression and...'
She added, 'I thought I would die, and I have been through clinical depression, where I wanted to die, so, I didn't think I would be sitting here I could have never imagined.' read more Imran Khan, who delivered charming films in the 2000s like Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na, Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu, I Hate Luv Storys, and the cult-classic dark comedy Delhi Belly, finally opened up his divorce from ex-wife Avantika Malik and shared that their relationship began when they were teenagers but the interaction and habits remained the same and didn't grow with them. This was last year. Now, Avantika Malik, in an interview with Nayandeep Rakshit, has spoken about her feelings when the divorce happened. She said, 'I was so afraid that I would not be able to look after myself. Being alone felt like death. I was so scared, I thought I won't be able to do anything on my own.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD She added, 'I thought I would die, and I have been through clinical depression, where I wanted to die, so, I didn't think I would be sitting here I could have never imagined.' Avantika continued, 'I would have found it very difficult to walk away and to say this is it. It is mostly because of the kind of human being I am. I am extremely emotional. Another reason is that because my parents marriage didn't work, I thought I always had this pressure to make mine work. I was too adamant that what was my reality as a child cannot be my reality as an adult. That fear was too deep to walk away.' What Imran Khan said I entered this relationship when I was very young. I was 19, and in all good faith and good intention. But as is sometimes the case with these kinds of long-term relationships, particularly when you start at a very young age, a lot of the interpersonal dynamics and patterns get set in how you were as a teenager and as you grow, perhaps, I think all of those did not grow and evolve enough and in some way, we were not supporting or empowering each other to be the healthiest version of ourselves
News18
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Vir Das Calls Out ‘Film People' Who Are ‘Upset' With Influencers At Cannes 2025
Last Updated: Vir Das has come out in support of influencers and penned an elaborate note on social media. Actor-comedian Vir Das has sparked a debate online after calling out Bollywood personalities for criticising influencers at the Cannes Film Festival. His comments on the film industry's 'hypocrisy' have divided public opinion. According to the comedian, some people have been critical of influencers gracing the Cannes 2025 red carpet, particularly artists who don't think they belong on the French Riviera. Now, Vir Das has come out in their support and penned an elaborate note on his social media handle. The Delhi Belly actor, in his post, admitted that he never thought he would be defending the influencers, but some 'film' people's 'elitism was off the hook". Acknowledging that walking the Cannes red carpet brought exposure, specifically for those working with lesser-known designers, Das said, 'I get the appeal and eyeballs a red carpet brings." He stated that he respects the 'hustle' it takes to reach that stature. He added walking down the red carpet may not be his cup of tea, but he 'respects the underdog energy'. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vir Das (@virdas) Taking a jab at the 'hypocrisy' of the film industry, Das said those miffed with influencers being at Cannes 2025 should cease appearing on their podcasts or working with them to market their films. He likened the discomfort of the 'film people' with influencers being in their domain to one that the audience feels listening to celebrities talk about their mundane habits on influencer platforms. The comedian concluded his post saying influencers may not be 'conventionally attractive' like celebrities or as 'well-dressed', but they could be 'more interesting' than the celebrities. The internet had mixed reactions to his hot take on influencers at Cannes 2025. Many praised Das for addressing the issue. Nikhil Taneja, founder of youth media channel Yuvaa, agreed with the Go Goa Gone actor's views. Another user commented, 'Why is he always the 'someone who said it' guy!?" However, some countered him, saying that the Cannes festival is hosted to honour the best of global cinema and the influencers walking the red carpet shift attention to fashion, designer wear, etc, instead. The netizen added that if they are there (Cannes) to show off their outfits, then 'it is not worth influencing'. This is not the first time Vir Das has taken a dig at Cannes. He previously joked he would not attend the festival this year due to its updated dress code, quipping that his planned outfit—a 78-foot-long nude gown—was now banned. First Published:
Indian Express
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Pune Highway explores the many facets of friendship
Running parallel to the story on the fragility of friendship in the suspense drama Pune Highway is the steadfast camaraderie and collaborative ties of its creators. Bugs Bhargava Krishna and Rahul daCunha — the film's co-writers and co-directors — have worked together for nearly four decades on advertisements and theatre projects. Now they have joined hands to adapt Rahul's 2004 play Pune Highway. 'It's a real test of friendship when you work together and still remain friends. We passed,' says Bhargava. Rahul and Bhargava belong to a diminishing tribe of Mumbai-based advertising professionals who devote their evenings to making plays. While Bhargava crossed over to films — he acted in movies such as Taare Zameen Par (2007), Kaminey (2009), Delhi Belly (2011), A Suitable Boy (2020) as well as directed Barot House (2019) and Nail Polish (2021), theatre kept Rahul occupied. Bhargava, who was part of the original cast of the play Pune Highway, always believed 'there was something cinematic' in its narrative, and nudged Rahul to make the movie. Nearly three years ago, they embarked on adapting Pune Highway into a screenplay. It follows the story of Khandu, Vishnu, Nicky, Natasha and Babu, who grew up together in Shantibhavan, a building in Mumbai. Even though an incident on the Pune highway makes Babu a paraplegic, the life of these Shantibhavan residents goes on until one day a body is fished out of a lake, away from the city. As the investigation into the case continues, the friends find themselves grappling with past secrets and new realities. Though the play was written and directed by Rahul, the film, he says, is a product of their joint vision. 'Our main concern was how we would write for the film. What do we keep and what do we let go of? In the end, the characters gained depth and the narrative became visually exciting,' says Rahul. In theatre, the story usually progresses sequentially. The shooting of Pune Highway, however, began with its climax. 'We had only three readings before the shoot. So, it was challenging for the actors to stay with the sequence that was being shot that particular day,' says Rahul, whose agency daCunha Communications helms the Amul Butter topical campaign. It has been a three-year journey to the theatres. 'Once a play is ready, we open it. However, there is a whole journey after a film is ready — promotion planning, releasing its teaser, getting the trailer ready and so on. This is where our experience as ad professionals comes to the fore,' says Rahul, who has written several popular plays, including Class of '84 (2003) and Me, Kash & Cruise (2008). This writer-director duo will soon be shifting their focus to adapting a literary work for the screen. The film will be based on the first story in Old Cypress And Other Stories (1991) by Rahul's mother Nisha daCunha. It explores the complexities of family, identity, and cultural heritage. When Bhargava read it, he was keen to develop the story, titled Old Cypress, a haunting story about finding life and confidence after love ends. 'We are excited to create a visual style that is different from Pune Highway. It is a woman-centric story that looks at what we go through in our 40s and 50s,' says Bhargava. Rahul and Nisha had their doubts about its cinematic adaptation. Bhargava, who stuck to this idea, crafted the screenplay, with Rahul making additions to heighten the drama and conflict. 'Now I am familiar with what is required when a story transitions from stage to screen. The process of book to screen is more complex,' says Rahul.
India Gazette
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
Actor Vijay Raaz acquitted in sexual harassment case by Gondia Court
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 16 (ANI): Actor Vijay Raaz known for his roles in 'Stree', 'Delhi Belly' and others, has been acquitted of sexual harassment and stalking charges filed by a colleague on the sets of the film 'Sherni' also starring Vidya Balan. The Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate's Court in Gondia acquitted actor Vijay Razz of all charges in a sexual harassment case filed against him in 2020 during the shooting of a film in Gondia and Balaghat. The Court found him innocent after completing the trial, and he was acquitted of all charges against him. The judgment, pronounced by Judge Mahendra Keshao Sorte, cleared the 51-year-old actor of allegations under Indian Penal Code Sections 354-A (sexual harassment) and 354-D (stalking), citing lack of evidence and failure of the prosecution to establish guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. The case dated back to October 25-29, 2020, when a female crew member accused Razz of inappropriate behaviour, including unwelcome physical contact and suggestive remarks, during a film shoot at Hotel Gateway in Gondia and later at Jatashankar College in Balaghat. His advocate and noted celebrity lawyer Saveena Bedi Sachar, stated that the actor who was shooting near Nagpur for 'Sherni' had to not only leave the film shoot midway but also lost work thereafter. However, he has now been declared innocent and she hopes that this case serves as an example for people who declare every accused as guilty as soon as allegations are levied against him. According to the FIR filed on 3 November 2020, the actor allegedly tried to touch the complainant, adjusted her mask without consent, and made comments about her physical appearance. The woman later reported the incident to her seniors and filed a complaint at Ramnagar Police Station. The incident dates back to November 4, 2020, when Raaz was arrested in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh, over allegations of molesting a crew member at a hotel where the film crew was staying. He was released on bail the same day. During the investigation, police seized CCTV footage from the hotel and recorded statements of witnesses. However, the court noted that: Key witnesses did not directly witness the incident. CCTV footage failed to conclusively support the allegations. The main complainant was unavailable to testify, as she had died before the trial concluded. Prosecution witnesses turned hostile or could not confirm the seizure procedures or content of documents. As a result, the court concluded that the prosecution failed to prove the accused's involvement in any sexual misconduct and declared Razz not guilty. The court also ordered the cancellation of Razz bail bond, the return of the surety amount, and the destruction of the seized footage after the appeal period. He has been directed to furnish a surety bond of Rs. 7,000 for six months under Section 437-A of CrPC to ensure presence if any appeal is filed. (ANI)
