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News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
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‘My Biggest Support': Shakun Batra's Shoutout To Kayoze Irani For Sarzameen
Shakun Batra made his directorial debut with Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu, in which Kayoze Irani worked as an Assistant Director. Kayoze Irani, son of actor Boman Irani, recently marked his directorial debut with the action drama film, Sarzameen. Featuring Ibrahim Ali Khan, Prithviraj Sukumaran and Kajol in the leads, the film opened to decent reviews from fans and critics alike. As it continues its OTT journey on JioHostar, now director Shakun Batra has given a special shoutout to Kayoze while recalling how he was his 'biggest support' during the initial days. Shakun Batra's Shoutout to Kayoze: Taking to Instagram, Batra re-shared the debutant director's post on his stories and penned a heartfelt note. He recalled the time Kayoze was his biggest support during the making of his debut film Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu. Batra wrote, 'Here's the man who was my biggest support on my first film and his first film is out now. Go watch! #Sarzameeonjiohotstar." Kayoze Irani Completed His 'Mannat' After 15 Years: The 37-year-old recently dropped a string of pictures wherein he is seen seeking blessings at the popular Mount Mary Church in Mumbai along with his friend and film producer Marijke D'Souza. Sharing the post, he recalled the time when, after the screening of Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu, 15 years ago, both of them arrived at the same place to seek blessings and D'Souza had promised her to bring Kayoze back to the church when his first film would release. '15 years ago, after the screening of Shakun Batra's Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu. We went to Mount Mary to seek blessings. I turned to our producer, Marijke D'souza and asked. 'Do you ever think I will make a film. She said yes you will. And not only that. The night of your screening. I take a Mannat that I will bring you to Mount Mary to seek blessings. Today we completed our 15-year Mannat," he wrote in the caption. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kayoze Irani (@kayozeirani) Backed by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, the film revolves around an Indian Army officer, Colonel Vijay Menon. He's tasked with fighting terrorism in Kashmir but faces a personal crisis when his son, Harman, is kidnapped by militants led by Mohsin. Vijay, who is dedicated to his country, makes the difficult decision to prioritise his duty over his son's release. This decision has far-reaching consequences for the family. Eight years later, Harman (Ibrahim Ali Khan) reappears, seemingly radicalised and posing as a threat to his father. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Who is Beena Tripathi aka Rasika Dugal's husband? He graduated from IIM, quit high-paying job to become actor; Name is…
Mirzapur's Beena Tripathi aka Rasika Duggal has a popularity because of the kind of projects she has picked. A few of her fans know that she is married to a man who is not only a successful actor but has also made the unique journey from being a banker to an actor. Like Rasika, he is also an actor. Apart from this, he is also a writer and cinematographer. The actor we are talking about has featured in films and web series like ' Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu', 'I Me Aur Main', 'Sherni', 'Sunflower ', among others. The actor is an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad, and it was after working in a bank in New York that he decided to take his passion for acting forward. He took theatre classes at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute and later quit his job to try acting in India. Initially planning a sabbatical, he ended up doing theatre, advertisements, and other projects, eventually becoming a full-time actor, transitioning from banking to acting in a fulfilling journey. Who is Rasika Duggal's husband? Actress Rasika Duggal married Mukul Chadda in 2010 after dating for 3 years. He had notable film roles in 'Satyagraha' and 'Gurgaoin'. It was the OTT platform that gave him fame. His breakout role came as Jagdeep Chadda in the Indian adaptation of The Office. He further earned praise for his role in 'Sunflower' as Dr. Ahuja. Mukul Chadda left his high-paying job to become actor Actor Mukul Chadda once said in an interview to TOI, 'I wasn't happy doing what I was doing. Theatre is something I was always inclined towards. Even while in New York I'd take part-time classes at Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. We did shows, and we would rehearse on weekends. I just never thought of it as a career then. When I quit my job and came to India, I took a sabbatical. During my sabbatical, I did theatre. The plan was to try it out for a year or two and see what happens next. Karte karte, I did it for longer and after I did a bunch of advertisements and other stuff I realized that it was paying the bills so I could continue doing it. I sort of accidentally stayed on this course and then at some point I realized that I'm a full-time actor now. From a banker to an actor, the journey has been an exciting one!'
News18
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Boman Irani's Son Kayoze Irani Makes Directorial Return With Kajol's Sarzameen
Boman Irani's son made his acting debut with Student of the Year alongside Alia Bhatt, Sidharth Malhotra and Varun Dhawan. Kayoze Irani, son of veteran actor Boman Irani, is now stepping into the spotlight as a filmmaker with his full-length directorial debut, Sarzameen. Backed by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, the film stars Kajol, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Ibrahim Ali Khan, and is slated to premiere on JioCinema on July 25. But before turning to direction, Kayoze was known for his charming on-screen debut in Student of the Year (2012), where he played the lovable Sudo alongside Alia Bhatt, Sidharth Malhotra, and Varun Dhawan. Born in November 1987 in Mumbai, Kayoze grew up watching his father, Boman Irani, rise from running a bakery on Grant Road to becoming one of Bollywood's most respected actors. Raised in a middle-class Parsi household deeply rooted in the performing arts, Kayoze was exposed to theatre and cinema from a young age. He pursued his bachelor's degree in Film, Television & New Media Production from Kishinchand Chellaram College in Mumbai. And this academic degree laid the foundation for his future in direction. From Onscreen Debut to Direction Kayoze began his career in the film industry as an assistant director on Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Imran Khan. But it was his breakout role as 'Sudo' in Student of the Year that brought him mainstream attention. Though a supporting character, his natural comic timing and warm screen presence made him a fan favourite. After a brief stint in acting, Kayoze shifted focus to filmmaking. He made his directorial debut with Ankahi, a critically praised short film in Netflix's Ajeeb Daastaans anthology, which explored themes of love, silence, and emotional disconnect. About Sarzameen Set against the backdrop of a volatile Kashmir, Sarzameen follows the life of Colonel Vijay Menon (Prithviraj), a man of unshakable duty and integrity. Kajol plays Meera, a resilient wife and mother, while Ibrahim Ali Khan appears as the lead antagonist in the complex role of Harman, a young man struggling with shadowed memories and truths. Location : Mumbai, India, India First Published: July 01, 2025, 18:16 IST
Pink Villa
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Who is Sarzameen's director Kayoze Irani? Boman Irani's son who made acting debut with Alia Bhatt, Sidharth Malhotra in SOTY
Recently, the teaser for Sarzameen, starring Ibrahim Ali Khan, Kajol, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, was released, and fans have been going gaga over it. The 1-minute 30-second clip showed Saif Ali Khan's son in a new, rugged, never-seen-before avatar, and we are sure fans are loving it. Well, one thing that not everyone might have noticed is the director's name, Kayoze Irani. For the unversed, Kayoze is the son of popular actor Boman Irani and is making his directorial debut with this one. Let us give you a sneak peek into his life. Kayoze Irani's childhood Kayoze was born in November 1987 in Mumbai. He is the elder son of Bollywood's one of the most-loved actors, Boman Irani, and his wife Zenobia. The director of Sarzameen grew up in a middle-class family, where his father, now a well-known actor, ran a bakery in Mumbai's Grant Road. Irani belongs to a Parsi Zoroastrian family and has been exposed to the arts since childhood. He has closely witnessed the transition of his father from running a bakery at the age of 5 to entering the theatre world when he was 15 years old. Boman was an accomplished mimic, singer, guitarist, and performer, and these talents influenced his son. Talking about his education, Kayoze earned a BA in Film, Television & New Media Production from Kishinchand Chellaram College in Mumbai. How did Kayoze Irani enter Bollywood? Remember Sudo Sodabottleopenerwala in Karan Johar's Student Of The Year? Yes, that was Kayoze Irani. Before making his acting debut, Boman Irani's son worked as an assistant director on the film Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Imran Khan. This was a Dharma film too, and it was here that KJo spotted his talent and cast him in SOTY alongside Alia Bhatt, Sidharth Malhotra, and Varun Dhawan. Despite the ensemble cast, it was Kayoze's performance that made him stand out, and everyone remembers his role in the film. How did Kayoze Irani transition to direction? Right after his acting debut, Kayoze moved into direction and directed one of the short films in Netflix's Ajeeb Daastaans, titled Ankahi. This was loved by many, and it paved the way for him into filmmaking. And now he is all set to enthral fans with his first full-fledged film, Sarzameen. Sarzameen's OTT release date and platform Sarzameen, starring Kajol, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Ibrahim Ali Khan, will be released on Jio Hotstar on July 25. Interestingly, this is Saif Ali Khan's son's second film, and it too will have an OTT release, just like his debut film, Nadaaniyan.
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03-06-2025
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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
