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News18
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ranbir Kapoor's Sister Riddhima To Debut In First Feature Film: ‘All I Can Say...'
Last Updated: Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, daughter of Rishi and Neetu Kapoor, is officially stepping into Bollywood with her debut feature film. Riddhima Kapoor Sahni is turning a new page in her life — and it reads straight out of a Bollywood script. The daughter of film legends Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor, Riddhima is stepping out of the shadows of legacy and into the spotlight as she begins filming her debut feature film. After dipping her toes into the world of entertainment with Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives in 2024, the fashion designer-turned-actor is now taking on her first full-length Bollywood project. Confirming the news to Hindustan Times, she said, 'Yes, I am filming a movie in the hills." While she chose to keep the title and plot under wraps, she hinted, 'All I can say is that we're shooting here until June." Rumour mills suggest the film might also star comedy icon Kapil Sharma and Riddhima's mother, veteran actor Neetu Kapoor — but Riddhima prefers to stay mum on the details. What she does share, however, is her excitement about the journey. 'I'm here and enjoying the process thoroughly," she smiled. As a proud member of the Kapoor cinematic dynasty, Riddhima is aware of the emotional weight of carrying the torch forward — a path her brother Ranbir Kapoor has walked with acclaim. 'They're all so excited. I keep sending them snippets of my scenes. They're incredibly supportive. The best part? I'm staying with Mom and we rehearse our lines together every day," she revealed. Her daughter Samara is also set to visit the set during her summer break. Interestingly, Riddhima admits the opportunity came out of the blue. 'I didn't plan this. When I was approached, I just said yes. I heard the script and loved it," she confessed, adding that she followed her instincts. Her acting debut came in the third season of Netflix's popular reality series Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives, which returned with a twist in 2024 under the new title Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives. Produced by Karan Johar's Dharmatic Entertainment, the season featured Riddhima alongside fellow newcomers Shalini Passi and Kalyani Saha Chawla as they navigated their way into the existing circle of glam and gossip. First Published:
NDTV
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
R Madhavan On The Lack Of Romantic Film Genres In This Generation: "No One Does Romance Like Shah Rukh Khan, But..."
New Delhi: R Madhavan might not be the go-to choice for a romantic hero in Bollywood, but his film Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein with Dia Mirza and Saif Ali Khan has over the year gained a cult status. The debate about the lack of heartfelt romantic films in Bollywood, in the current generation has been rampant. R Madhavan in conversation with The Hollywood Reporter recently spoke about how the rise of action and thriller genres has taken over the joy of good old romance. R Madhavan said, "I don't recall any rom-com that has worked on OTT platforms either. I know the Korean [dramas] work but I don't recall seeing any hardcore, Indian, romantic film. Let alone one that is age-appropriate for a 55-year-old." Speaking of Shah Rukh Khan's unmatched quality of acing the romantic genre on screen, R Madhavan said, "Don't blame the money. Get us a story, no? One that is well-researched. No one does romance like Shah Rukh [Khan] but one needs a heroine of his age as well. That's getting difficult to find." Madhavan shed light on the perspective that the issue is with closing the gap in age disparity between a male and a female co-star, to make these romantic stories a cult favourite again. He highlighted that this age disparity is particularly existing in romantic genres which needs to be attended to. R Madhavan was last seen in Kesari Chapter 2 with Akshay Kumar and Ananya Panday. He will next be seen in Aap Jaisa Koi with Fatima Sana Shaikh, directed by Vivek Soni and produced by Karan Johar's Dharmatic Entertainment. The plot revolves around the lead pair, where both actors play professors. Once again the age gap between the two is notable, the film attempts to revive a genre that has been missing for a long time.
News18
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
R Madhavan On Lack Of Good Romantic Films These Days: ‘No One Does It Like SRK'
Last Updated: The actor expressed his disappointment over the lack of good love stories featuring older men and women, whom he believes are 'the most romantic people.' R Madhavan did not mince his words when sharing his thoughts about the dearth of good romantic movies in Hindi cinema these days. The actor, who is set to return to the genre with a classic love story, Aap Jaisa Koi, recently spoke about why romantic films today are no longer as impactful. He also discussed why Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan remains the king of on-screen romance. In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Madhavan cited Hollywood's As Good As It Gets as an example and expressed his disappointment over the lack of good love stories featuring older men and women, whom he believes are 'the most romantic people.' He explained that he chose to do Aap Jaisa Koi, a romantic film, rather than an action or thriller movie because Indian cinema has failed to produce compelling and mature love stories. He said, 'I don't recall any rom-com that has worked on OTT platforms either. I know Korean (dramas) work, but I don't recall seeing any hardcore, Indian, romantic films. Let alone one that is age-appropriate for a 55-year-old." According to Madhavan, people of his generation have lived through enough to appreciate the value of love and relationships truly. 'It's low-hanging fruit to be plucked in this genre, but we don't have writers. Writers who can see films like As Good as It Gets (1997) as romantic stories. I can't forget those dialogues," the actor stated. Furthermore, Madhavan dismissed the notion that love stories no longer appeal to the audience or sell well. The 54-year-old actor insisted that if love stories are well-written, they are bound to impress the audience. Pointing to Hindi cinema's King of Romance, he said, 'Don't blame the money. Get us a story, no? One that is well-researched. No one does romance like Shah Rukh," adding, 'But one needs a heroine of his age as well. That's getting difficult to find." R Madhavan, who made his Hindi film debut with the classic romantic film Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein, starring Dia Mirza, is soon to be seen in the love story Aap Jaisa Koi opposite Fatima Sana Shaikh. Directed by Vivek Soni and produced by Karan Johar's Dharmatic Entertainment, the film revolves around two unique individuals who embark on a journey of unexpected twists and heartfelt moments. First Published:
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
R Madhavan admits no one does romance like Shah Rukh Khan: 'But he needs a heroine of his age'
R Madhavan 's unmissable charm in romantic roles over the years has entertained fans and movie lovers alike. The actor is making a comeback in the genre with the upcoming film ' Aap Jaisa Koi '. A recent teaser of the movie sparked excitement among his fans, who have long been eager to see him reprise a romantic role. He believes that no one can portray romance on screen better than Shah Rukh Khan . In a recent conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Madhavan opened up about the fading presence of love stories in mainstream Hindi films. He pointed out how today's cinematic landscape is largely dominated by action and thriller genres, leaving little space for heartfelt romances — especially those featuring older protagonists. R. Madhavan Backs Event Cancellations Post Pahalgam Attack Madhavan about lack of romantic stories Madhavan shed light on how the genre has struggled to find a foothold even in the streaming space. 'I know the Korean [dramas] work, but I don't recall seeing any hardcore Indian romantic film — let alone one that is age-appropriate for a 55-year-old. And I think they're the most romantic people in the world, because this generation — my generation — knows how much importance to give our partners, because we've lived through so much.' The ' Alai Payuthey ' actor highlighted that despite the audience's interest in romantic stories, there is a shortage of writers capable of creating meaningful narratives within the genre. Citing the Hollywood film 'As Good As It Gets' as an example, he emphasised the untapped potential of such films and expressed admiration for its memorable dialogues. Madhavan's remark about Shah Rukh Khan Madhavan argued that the issue lies in storytelling, not profitability. 'Don't blame the money. Get us a story, no? One that is well-researched. No one does romance like Shah Rukh [Khan], but one needs a heroine of his age as well — and that's getting difficult to find,' he said. 'Aap Jaisa Koi' features Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh in a beautiful romantic story. Directed by Vivek Soni and backed by Karan Johar 's Dharmatic Entertainment, it will premiere on OTT.
Indian Express
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘No one does romance like Shah Rukh Khan but one also needs a heroine of his age': R Madhavan on lack of age-appropriate romantic films in Hindi cinema
The first-look teaser of Aap Jaisa Koi has left R Madhavan fans excited. It's been a while since audiences have seen the Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein actor in a romantic film. In a recent interaction, Madhavan spoke about the dearth of romantic films in Hindi cinema and why filmmakers today find this genre less lucrative compared to others. During a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Madhavan gave the example of Hollywood classic As Good As It Gets and spoke about the lack of good romantic films centered around older men and women — who, he believes, are 'the most romantic people.' Explaining why he chose to do Aap Jaisa Koi at a time when most projects are focused on action and thriller genres, he said, 'I don't recall any romcom that has worked on OTT platforms either. I know the Korean [dramas] work but I don't recall seeing any hardcore, Indian, romantic film. Let alone one that is age-appropriate for a 55-year-old. And I think they're the most romantic people in the world, because this generation, my generation, knows how much importance to give our partners, because we've lived through so much. It's low-hanging fruit to be plucked in this genre but we don't have writers. Writers who can see films like As Good as It Gets (1997) as romantic stories. I can't forget those dialogues!' Madhavan dismissed the notion that love stories no longer appeal to audiences or generate money. He emphasised that well-written love stories can still find success. Referencing Shah Rukh Khan, the king of romance in Hindi films, he added, 'Don't blame the money. Get us a story, no? One that is well researched. No one does romance like Shah Rukh [Khan] but one needs a heroine of his age as well. That's getting difficult to find.' Interestingly, the 54-year-old R Madhavan stars opposite 33-year-old Fatima Sana Shaikh in Aap Jaisa Koi. Both actors portray professors in the film. It is directed by Vivek Soni and produced by Karan Johar 's Dharmatic Entertainment. R Madhavan made his Hindi film debut with Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein, which also starred Dia Mirza. While the film was a moderate success at the box office upon release, it developed a loyal fan following over the years and eventually achieved cult classic status due to frequent re-runs on television. He was last seen on the big screen in Kesari 2, alongside Akshay Kumar.
