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India.com
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Who is this actress who made debut at 18, got intimidated and ran away crying from sets of her first film, now a superstar, she is..
Who is this actress who made debut at 18, got intimidated and ran away crying from sets of her first film, now a superstar, she is.. In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, it's usually the dazzling and glittering life of celebrities that comes in the forefront. However, what happens behind the scenes is a lot more than what meets the eye. One such similar tale is of an actress whose journey didn't start with a bang but rather with fear, tears, and self-doubt. However, she didn't lose hope; she stood tall, and today she's amongst the top actresses in the industry Ileana D'Cruz's First Film The actress that we are talking about is none other than Ileana D'Cruz. She ventured into the world of entertainment at 18 in the year 2006. Her debut film was Devadasu. However, instead of being amazed by the world of showbiz, she was taken aback. She felt intimidated by the world of entertainment, and it was made worse because of the language barrier and the pressure of proving herself. Later, things spiraled to the point that she ended up calling her mother in tears, saying she is ready to quit. But instead of sympathy, her mother reminded her of the commitment she had made by signing the contract and encouraged her to follow through with courage. Since then, the actress has never looked back and has only gone upwards and onwards in her journey. From Self-Doubt to Success After the initial stage of self-doubt, she carved out a niche for herself through hard work and dedication. Later, she also appeared in Barfi, which went on to cement her image amongst the finest performers in Indian cinema. Ileana D'Cruz's Work In her career trajectory of 19 years, Ileana has delivered over 35 films and shown that success comes with self-belief, patience, and hard work. Besides her successful professional life, Ileana also lives a fulfilling personal life. She became a mother for the second time and is embracing motherhood with grace and joy.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ileana D'Cruz once revealed she ran away from the sets of her first film because people said she will never make it: 'I was made to do things I never expected to do...'
Ileana D'Cruz, now a celebrated Bollywood actress, had a difficult start. During her debut film Devadasu (2006) at 18, she felt overwhelmed by the unfamiliar environment and negativity, even walking off set in tears. A call with her mother, who reminded her of her commitment, grounded her. Ileana persevered, proving resilience triumphs over early criticism, ultimately becoming a bankable star. Before winning hearts in Barfi! and becoming one of Bollywood's most reliable performers, Ileana D'Cruz faced a rocky start in the film industry. At just 18, during the first day of her debut film Devadasu (2006), she felt overwhelmed, doubted, and out of place—so much so that she ran off set in tears. But a grounding call with her mother changed everything, setting her on the path to stardom. In a past interview with Hindustan Times, Ileana revealed that she faced an emotionally rough start to her acting career during the shoot of her debut film Devadasu (2006). At just 18, she found herself overwhelmed by the unfamiliar world of filmmaking—surrounded by a language she didn't understand, asked to perform tasks she wasn't prepared for, and thrown into an environment that felt completely alien. Adding to the pressure, some people on set doubted her potential and made it clear they didn't believe she had a future in acting. Already struggling with self-doubt, the negativity hit hard, leaving her deeply upset. At one point, the stress became so intense that she even walked off the set. But despite the rocky beginning, Ileana pushed through and went on to become one of the industry's most bankable stars—proving that resilience matters more than early criticism. Looking back, the actress remembered feeling completely out of place during her early days in the industry. Emotionally drained and overwhelmed, she once walked out of the studio gates in tears and called her mother. But instead of sympathy, she received a dose of tough love. Her mother reminded her that she had made a professional commitment and had to face the reality, whether or not it was comfortable. The reminder of her signed contract and responsibility helped ground her—and pushed her to persevere through the initial discomfort. She still holds on to the moment when her mother encouraged her to finish what she had started, reminding her that she could return home afterward if she wished. While the pressure was real, Ileana clarifies that her mother never forced her into anything—only offered unwavering support and motivation when she needed it most.
News18
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ileana D'Cruz Reveals She Was Offered Raid 2 But Rejected For THIS Reason
Last Updated: In Raid 2, Vaani Kapoor was seen in Ileana D'Cruz's place. The film was released on May 1 and performed well at the box office. Ileana D'Cruz is currently expecting her second child and has been keeping fans updated about her pregnancy. The actress recently revealed that she was offered a role in Ajay Devgn starrer Raid 2, but chose to turn it down because now her priorities has changed. Ileana mentioned that her character Malini in Raid was very close to her. A fan asked her about Raid 2 and when she is making comeback? The actress replied, 'I miss working in movies too and I would have loved to be a part of Raid 2. Raid was a special film but Malini was such a special character to play and working with my director Raj Kumar Gupta was a wonderful experience as was working with Ajay again. The makers of Raid 2 did offer the movie to me but unfortunately we couldn't work out the schedule given that I had just had my baby and my priorities are very different at the moment. That said I think Vaani looked lovely in all the promos I've seen and I'm sure she brought her own lovely charm to her character. Hope that clears any confusion." Another fan also asked her if she is planning to comeback, the actress said 'Absolutely'. When another user asked her why she hadn't appeared on screen lately, Ileana replied: 'Because I'm busy with diapers and baby bum cream." Back in 2019, Raid raked in ₹103.07 crore and was declared a box office hit. Fast forward to now, and Raid 2 has already cruised past that number. With no major releases scheduled until June 5, 2025, the film has a clear road ahead. Ajay Devgn returned to the big screen on May 1 with his much-awaited sequel to the 2018 blockbuster Raid. This time, he was joined by Riteish Deshmukh. Raid 2 marks the return of Ajay Devgn as Indian Revenue Service officer Amay Patnaik, who takes on a high-stakes mission to raid the property of the powerful Dada Manohar Bhai. Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta and produced by Panorama Studios and T-Series, the film also features Vaani Kapoor in a key role. Saurabh Shukla makes a special appearance, reprising his character from the original Raid. On the acting front, the actress was last seen in the romantic comedy drama 'Do Aur Do Pyaar" directed by Shirsha Guha Thakurta. The film, which also stars Vidya Balan, Pratik Gandhi, and Sendhil Ramamurthy. The 38-year-old made her screen debut in 2006 with the Telugu-language romantic-drama film Devadasu. She was then seen in films Pokiri, Jalsa, Kick, and Julayi. She also starred in the Tamil film Nanban. The actress expanded to Hindi cinema in 2012 with Anurag Basu's comedy-drama Barf!. First Published: June 01, 2025, 12:05 IST
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ram Pothineni turns 37: From Red to iSmart Shankar, 5 of his biggest blockbusters and where to watch them on OTT
Ram Pothineni, who turns 37 today (May 15), is one of the biggest names in the Telugu film industry. The stylish actor enjoys a strong fan following because of his charismatic screen presence and sincere performances. The heartthrob, who began his career with Devadasu (2006), has starred in quite a few blockbusters and proved that he is a force to reckon with. Here is a look at five of his biggest hits. Red (Netflix, 2021) A remake of Arun Vijay's Thadam, this action thriller featured Ram in a double role and centered on a murder investigation. It grossed Rs 35 crore on a budget of Rs 20 crore and emerged as the tenth highest-grossing Telugu movie of the year. iSmart Shankar (Zee5, 2019) Ram played the role of an assassin who helps the authorities crack a high-profile case when a deceased cop's memories are transferred to him. It was directed by Puri Jagannadh and grossed nearly Rs 85 crore at the box office in its full run to emerge as a blockbuster. Hello Guru Prema Kosame (Prime Video, 2018) Directed by Trinadha Rao Nakkina, this romantic comedy centered on an IT professional who falls for a girl he meets on the train to Hyderabad. The film earned Rs 35 crore during its run and exceeded expectations at the box office. Nenu Sailaja (Sun Nxt, 2016) The romantic comedy centered on the love life on a DJ who proposes to every girl he meets only to get turned down. The film, directed by Kishore Tirumala, collected Rs 40 crore at the box office and emerged as a smash hit. Pandaga Chesko (Zee5, 2015) The masala entertainer revolved around Karthik (Ram), an Indian businessman based in Portugal who visits India to resolve a personal problem. The Gopichand-directed film featured Rakul Preet Singh as the leading lady and proved to be a treat for the mass audience. It earned nearly Rs 28 crore at the box office in its lifetime.
India.com
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress, who left her country fearing for her life, made Bollywood debut with Salman Khan's..., she is now..., name is...
Meet actress, who left her country fearing for her life, made Bollywood debut with Salman Khan's..., she is now..., name is... Warina Hussain became a familiar name after she was launched by Salman Khan, opposite his brother-in-law, Aayush Sharma in a romantic comedy drama Loveyatri (2018). Bankrolled by Khan under his production banner and directed by debutant Abhiraj K. Minawala, the film received mix reviews when released. Inspired by the 2006 Telugu film Devadasu , the film marked Bollywood debuts of Warina and Aayush. When asked Warina, how did she back the role under the Salman Khan banner, she revealed, 'I was auditioning for a couple of films, there was a contest on 'Being in Touch' app. I applied and after almost a month I got a call for an audition. When I received the script, there were no details about the production house or the hero, which usually are mentioned, I thought it will be a huge film and I auditioned.' Warina was born in Afghanistan, but left the country as a child. The war situation happening in Afghanistan then forced her family to ran away. She had been in India for a decade now, but the memories of her time in the country stay alive in her mind. In a 2021 interview with Hindustan Times, the actress recalled, 'My memories will always be of family picnics, food, and a beautiful spring in Kabul, which I doubt will ever be the same again; the only air one will now breathe will be of suppression.' After she moved to Delhi, Warina ventured into modelling. She studied theatre in New York in 2017 and after her completion, she started auditioning for movies. Following the release of Loveyatri, the actress didn't got much offers on her plate. She appeared in a music video with Badshah. Warina also did an item number 'Munna Badnaam Hua' with Salman Khan in the third installment of his hit Dabangg series. Prabhudeva also joined the pair for a dance performance. She actively participated in South Indian films, including a Telugu movie with Kalyan Ram in an NTR production. She also worked in a comedy film called Poster , and did a couple of music videos as well including 'Akh Lad Jaave' and 'She Move It Like'.
