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News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Mohit Raina To Return As 'Mahadev' Lord Shiva In Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana?
Last Updated: Mohit Raina's portrayal of Lord Shiva in the television series Devon Ke is remembered as one of his best performances. Nitesh Tiwari is pulling off the biggest casting coup for his upcoming film, Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor. The film already has a stellar star cast with big names like Yash, Sai Pallavi and Sunny Deol. Now, recent reports claim that Mohit Raina will reprise his role as Mahadev Shiva in the film. Mohit Raina is best known for playing Lord Shiva on television for several years. As per portals like India Forums, Mohit Raina is currently in talks to play Lord Shiva in Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana. Reportedly, their negotiation is in advanced stages. However, it is important to note that there is no confirmation on this yet. Mohit Raina's portrayal of Lord Shiva in the television series Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev (2011–2014) remains one of the most iconic performances in Indian television history. His calm yet powerful presence, dignified demeanour, and strong screen presence brought depth and authenticity to the role of Mahadev. Meanwhile, Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana already stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi as Sita. While Yash plays the antagonist, Raavan, Sunny Deol will reportedly be seen as Lord Hanuman. The film will also feature Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi and Sheeba Chaddha as Manthara. Ravi Dubey will be seen as Lakshman, and Arun Govil will play King Dasharatha. Kunal Kapoor, who will play Lord Indra in the film, exclusively told News18 Showsha earlier, 'This is a very important film in our cultural history. It's a really important part of our cultural ethos. I think it's important that you have filmmakers and people to give it the kind of scale it needs. This is mounted at a scale that we've never seen before." He explained, 'It is going to be something very special that deserves the kind of movie that the story should have. I am very excited about it. I think the audience is going to be surprised by what they see." As for the film's release, Ranbir Kapoor and Nitesh Tiwari have locked Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027 for Ramayana Part 1 and Ramayana Part 2, respectively. As per reports, the second part of the franchise will also be shot this year by October. First Published: May 31, 2025, 09:36 IST
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mouni Roy lived through a scary night that still haunts her. What happened in her hotel room after midnight?
Actress Mouni Roy recently shared a chilling experience during a media interaction while promoting her upcoming film The Bhootnii. The actor revealed that during one of her work-related travels, she encountered a shocking incident in a small town, where a stranger attempted to enter her hotel room late at night using a stolen key. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack The groundwork before India mounts a strike at Pakistan India considers closing airspace to Pakistani carriers amid rising tensions Cold Start: India's answer to Pakistan's nuclear threats Speaking to Bollywood Bubble, Roy recounted, 'I was in a small town. I can't remember exactly which one, and I don't want to name it incorrectly. Someone actually stole a key and tried to open my room. Thankfully, I wasn't alone; I was with my manager. I immediately started screaming when we realized what was happening.' The incident reportedly took place around 12:30 a.m., and Roy stressed how alarming the situation was. Hotel's Response Sparks Safety Concerns Following the attempted break-in, Roy said she contacted the hotel staff in distress. However, the reaction from the reception desk left her frustrated. She shared, 'Then we tried calling the receptionist. They casually said it must have been housekeeping. I questioned them — who in housekeeping is coming to open a door without knocking, without ringing the bell, and that too at 12:30 at night?' The response from the hotel, which brushed off the event without taking immediate responsibility or action, raised concerns about guest safety and hotel security protocols. The actor did not reveal the name of the location, citing uncertainty and a desire to avoid misidentification. Still, the experience left a deep impression, especially as it involved someone unauthorized accessing her room key, which is a severe breach of privacy and security. Career and Rise to Prominence Mouni Roy began her acting journey with the television serial Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi in 2006, gaining popularity through her notable roles in Devon Ke and the Naagin franchise. She transitioned to films with her Bollywood debut in Gold (2018) alongside Akshay Kumar and later appeared in Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva. Apart from acting, Roy is also known for her skills as a Kathak dancer and her passion for painting and sketching. Upcoming Release: The Bhootnii Currently, Roy is promoting her next big screen venture, The Bhootnii, a horror-comedy directed by Sidhaant Sachdev. The film features her as Mohabbat, a ghost character entangled in a haunting storyline. The ensemble cast includes Sanjay Dutt, Sunny Singh, Palak Tiwari, Aasif Khan, Navneet Malik, Nikunj Lotia, and Priitamm Jaiswal. Produced by Sanjay Dutt, Maanayata Dutt, Deepak Mukut, and Hunar Mukut, the movie is scheduled for release on May 1, 2025. The trailer of the film has already sparked interest, with Roy posting on social media, 'Machega taandav, hoga bawal! Mohabbat ke iss khaufnaak khel mein, Baba lagayenge sabki waat! Get ready for a massy horror ride in the world of The Bhootnii, releasing in cinemas on 18th April 2025.' While the film's release date was later confirmed as May 1, the early reactions have generated significant buzz ahead of its theatrical debut. The Bhootnii is expected to compete directly with Raid 2, another major release starring Ajay Devgn, Vaani Kapoor, and Riteish Deshmukh. With both films releasing on the same day, industry watchers are keen to see how they perform against each other at the box office.
Hindustan Times
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Mouni Roy recalls terrifying night when a stranger tried to break into her hotel room: ‘I started screaming'
Bollywood actor Mouni Roy, who is currently promoting her film The Bhootnii, recently recalled a terrifying incident during an interview with Bollywood Bubble. She shared that a stranger once tried to break into her room in the middle of the night, leaving her screaming in fear. (Also Read: The Bhootnii: Sanjay Dutt channels 'desi Blade' as he fights 'bhootni' Mouni Roy in horror-comedy) Recalling the unsettling incident, Mouni said, "I was in a small town — I can't remember exactly which one, and I don't want to name it incorrectly. Someone actually stole a key and tried to open my room. Thankfully, I wasn't alone; I was with my manager. I immediately started screaming when we realised what was happening." She went on to question the hotel staff's casual approach to the serious security breach and added, "Then we tried calling the receptionist. They casually said it must have been housekeeping. I questioned them — who in housekeeping comes to open a door without knocking, without ringing the bell, and that too at 12:30 in the night?' Mouni Roy began her acting career with the television show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. However, she gained fame later for her portrayal of Sati in Devon Ke and Shivanya in Naagin. She went on to entertain audiences in films like Gold and Brahmāstra, earning critical praise for her performances. Mouni will next be seen in the horror film The Bhootnii, which also stars Sanjay Dutt in the lead role. She plays a ghost named Mohabbat. Directed by Sidhaant Sachdev and produced by Deepak Mukut and Sanjay Dutt, the film also features Palak Tiwari, Sunny Singh, and Navneet Malik in key roles. It is scheduled for release in cinemas on 1 May. The film will clash at the box office with Ajay Devgn's Raid 2, which also stars Vaani Kapoor and Riteish Deshmukh in pivotal roles.
