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Pink Villa
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
‘Tough taskmaster hai': Javed Akhtar REACTS to working with kids Zoya-Farhan and we bet you don't want to miss this
Veteran screenwriter and lyricist Javed Akhtar has been in the industry for several decades. From working with 90s directors to working with his children, he has done it all. He is also quite open about his thoughts and doesn't shy away from speaking his heart out. Recently, he opened up about working with his children Zoya Akhtar and Farhan Akhtar. He also called Zoya a 'tough taskmaster'. In a recent interview with The Lallantop, Javed Akhtar opened up on working with his children and said, 'Kaam karna apne bachho ke liye bada mushkil hai.' He further added, 'Dusro ke liye kaam karna asaan hai, apne bachho ke liye bada mushkil hain. Unko aisa nahi hai ki hamara baap hain toh hum kuch kahe nahin. Humein toh kuch kehna hi hain. Zoya tough taskmaster hai.' (It's easier to work for others; working for your own children is very difficult. They don't think, 'He's our father so we won't say anything.' In fact, they feel they must say something. Zoya is a tough taskmaster). Although both Zoya Akhtar and Farhan Akhtar have made their mark as filmmakers, they gravitate toward very different genres. Reflecting on this, veteran screenwriter Javed Akhtar praised them as smart storytellers and noted that their filmmaking styles are distinctly unique. He added that while both are successful in their own right, neither could make a film quite like the other. For the unversed, Zoya Akhtar is known for some hit films like Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Dil Dhadakne Do, and Gully Boy. Meanwhile, Farhan Akhtar is both an actor and director. He has played pivotal roles in Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Dil Dhadakne Do, Rock On!! and more. Making a directorial debut with Dil Chahta Hai, he is gearing up for his next directorial Don 3, starring Ranveer Singh in the lead role. He will also be seen in 120 Bahadur.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Javed Akhtar says it's easier to work for others than for his own children Zoya Akhtar and Farhan Akhtar: ‘Tough taskmaster hai…'
is a name that needs no introduction in the . From writing timeless lyrics to scripting unforgettable films, he's done it all. But even after decades in the industry, he says it's not easy to work with his own children and . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In a recent chat with The Lallantop, the celebrated lyricist opened up about what it's really like to work with Zoya and Farhan on their projects. And no, it's not always smooth sailing. 'Kaam karna apne bachho ke liye bada mushkil hai' When asked which of his children is stricter to work with, Javed didn't hold back. He admitted that working with Zoya and Farhan is far tougher than working with other directors. He said, 'Dusro ke liye kaam karna asaan hain apne bachho ke liye bada mushkil hain. Unko aisa nahi hai ki hamara baap hain toh hum kuch kahe nahin. Humein toh kuch kehna hi hain. Zoya tough taskmaster hai.' (It's easier to work for others; working for your own children is very difficult. They don't think, 'He's our father so we won't say anything.' In fact, they feel they must say something. Zoya is a tough taskmaster.) Two siblings, two different filmmakers Javed also spoke about how Zoya and Farhan may be siblings, but their filmmaking styles couldn't be more different. 'Dono hoshiyaar hain aur dono alag-alag tarah ke film banate hain. Common nahi hain. Ab jis tarah ki film Farhan banate hain Zoya nahi bana sakti. Jis tarah ki Zoya banayi hain Farhan nahi bana sakta. Unka definitely alag-alag school hain. Both of them are doing well.' (Both of them are smart, and both make films in very different ways. They aren't similar. The kind of film Farhan makes, Zoya cannot make. And the kind Zoya has made, Farhan cannot make. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now They definitely belong to different schools of filmmaking. Both of them are doing well) Zoya Akhtar: From 'Luck By Chance' to 'The Archies' Zoya has built a name for herself with stories that touch the heart. She began her journey with 'Luck By Chance' and went on to deliver hits like 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara', 'Dil Dhadakne Do' and 'Gully Boy'. Her stories often explore relationships, emotions, and the complexities of modern life. Farhan Akhtar: A man of many talents Farhan Akhtar is not just a director – he's also an actor, writer, producer, and singer. He made a big splash with his directorial debut 'Dil Chahta Hai', a film that changed the way we saw friendship on screen. He went on to direct action-packed films like 'Don', and showed his acting skills in movies like 'Rock On!!', 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag', 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara'. Farhan is now getting ready for his next big film, 'Don 3', with stepping into the role. Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi Grace the Launch of Farewell Karachi
Pink Villa
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Is Ranveer Singh producing Shaktimaan? Here's the TRUTH you want to know
Ranveer Singh sparked speculation over producing the new Shaktimaan series amid claims that the actor acquired the rights to the show. In the past months, the rumors stated that the new dad in town was to collaborate with Mukesh Khanna, who is known to play the iconic role of the indian superhero. However, the actor's team has issued a clarification, mentioning that the Dil Dhadakne Do star has not acquired any rights to the show as a producer. Moreover, the reps also confirmed that Singh is currently busy with his shooting for Dhurandhar and Don 3. Ranveer Singh's team issues a clarification statement Meanwhile, the statement released by Ranveer Singh 's team read, "The news about Ranveer Singh acquiring rights of developing a new superhero (Shaktimaan) project as the producer holds no truth.' It further stated, 'He is currently busy shooting for Aditya Dhar's next and then, Don 3 is also on the cards for him.' According to the previously published reports, Khanna did not want Singh to play the role of the superhero. He revealed to a media outlet that the actor came in and sat in front of him for three hours. However, the Mahabharat actor did not find what it needs to be a Shaktimaan in Ranveer. The veteran star went on to state, 'He looks fickle as if he will con somebody. But he is a terrific actor. When I praised him, I mentioned that nobody else in the film industry has the energy like him. But I haven't approved him for the role. He must have felt bad." Ranveer Singh's upcoming projects As for his upcoming movies, Singh will next appear in Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar. The filmmaker is popularly known for his work in Vicky Kaushal starrer, URI: The Surgical Strike. Additionally, the actor will also star alongside Kiara Advani in the Farhan Akhtar-hailed Don 3. If reports are to be trusted, the Rocky aur Rani star will play the role of Dev in Brahmastra 2. There has been no official confirmation about it yet.
Hans India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Vikrant Massey visits Art of Living Ashram in Bengaluru as part of preparations for ‘White'
Mumbai: The preparations for the upcoming film 'White' are underway, The film stars Vikrant Massey in the lead role, and delves deep into the life and teachings of the spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. The film promises to blend gripping storytelling with profound spiritual insight, marking a bold new chapter in socially conscious and globally relevant filmmaking. On Saturday, the team shared an update with regards to the preparation laying the foundation for an authentic and immersive cinematic journey. As part of this preparation, producer Mahaveer Jain personally paid a visit to the Art of Living Ashram in Bengaluru. Vikrant participated in the 'Happiness Program', a signature breathwork and meditation course founded by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar himself. A photograph shared from the ashram beautifully captures this serene moment, with the group dressed in simple white attire, embodying the film's spiritual essence. They wrote in the caption, 'Hearts Filled with Gratitude. Grateful for this wisdom Gurudev Sri Sri @gurudev'. Directed by Montoo Bassi, the film is set to commence shooting in Colombia this July. It is an ambitious and visionary endeavor from Mahaveer Jain Films and Marflix Pictures. Known for championing stories with social impact and cinematic scale, Mahaveer Jain and Siddharth Anand continue to expand their creative footprints, further establishing their reputation for delivering films that combine scale, substance, and social consciousness. Speculation around Vikrant's involvement began when the actor was seen sporting significantly longer hair and undergoing physical transformations. Talking about the spiritual leader, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is also referred to as around the mid 1970s, he worked as an apprentice under Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the founder of Transcendental Meditation. In 1981, he founded the Art of Living Foundation. In 1983, he held the first Art of Living course in Switzerland. Vikrant made his transition to cinema by playing supporting roles in films such as 'Lootera', 'Dil Dhadakne Do', and 'Half Girlfriend'.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anil Kapoor recalls 'Dil Dhadakne Do' co-star Rahul Bose's love for Rugby
Actor Anil Kapoor recalled how during the shoot of their 2015 "Dil Dhadakne Do", co-star Rahul Bose used to talk to him about his first love, rugby. Apart from being a celebrated actor, Rahul is also the current president of the Indian Rugby Football Union. He was also a national team player for 11 years. Recalling the fun moments from the shoot, the 'Animal' actor penned on his Instagram stories, "Even while shooting Dil Dhadakne Do @rahulbose1 would keep talking about rugby, and now the @rugbypremierleague starts next month. I'm so happy for him. He just send me this anthem and I thought it was pretty cool! Have a listen! # Direction: Ankur Tewari (@ankurtewari)...Vocals: Spitfire (@ntnmshra), Wordsmth (@worldizamyth) & Pratika (@pratikaness). ..Lyrics: Nitin Mishra, Ayush Coordination: Misfits Inc, (@misfitsinc)...Produced Mixed & Mastered: Sudan (@notsudan)...@rugbyindia @gmr_sports @jiohostar)" Zoya Akhtar 's "Dil Dhadakne Do" starred Shefali Shah , Priyanka Chopra, Ranveer Singh, Anushka Sharma and Farhan Akhtar in key roles. Anil Kapoor hosts a party for 'Dil Dhadakne Do' While Anil was seen as the business tycoon Kamal Mehra, Rahul appeared as his son-in-law, Manav Sangha. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Wirken Laser-Geräte gegen Nagelpilz? Unser Test zeigt es! Heilratgeber Weiterlesen Undo Backed by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar under the Excel Entertainment banner, "Dil Dhadakne Do" was released in the cinema halls on June 5, 2015. On May 19, Anil celebrated 41 years of marital bliss with his better half Sunita. Taking to his social media, Anil dropped a string of photos encapsulating the couple's journey from their youthful days to the present. The album also incorporated some fond memories of his late mother, Nirmal Kapoor, who left for heavenly abode earlier this month. Wishing Sunita on their anniversary, Anil wrote, "41 years of marriage, 52 years of togetherness - and not a day goes by when I don't feel grateful for you, Sunita. From the very beginning, you weren't just my partner - you were my support system, my constant, and the one who stood by me through every phase of life." Acknowledging Sunita's unconditional support towards his late mother, he added, "You were there for Mum in ways I never could be - caring for her, standing by her, and loving her like your own, especially when I was away working, which has been almost every day of my life. I don't know what I would've done without you. I only wish she were here today to wish us on our 41st anniversary... I know she is so proud of us, of the life we built together. " Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
