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Time of India
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ektaa Kapoor REACTS to Anurag Kashyap's ‘saas bahu' dig; calls it ‘classist' and ‘dumb': ‘Artists who talk of...'
Ektaa Kapoor has fired back strongly at filmmaker Anurag Kashyap for his recent remarks about 'saas bahu' TV dramas. The producer, known for creating some of India's most popular family soaps, called Kashyap 'classist' for looking down on these shows. Ektaa defends her daily soaps Ektaa responded strongly to Anurag's dig. Taking to her Instagram stories, she wrote, 'Ur so dumb... saying this put u on an advantage 'I'm smarter cooler' but naaaaaaaa! Darling how about gracious!!! N self aware?????? An art a lot of artists don't have!' She added, ''Saas bahu' n their impact on Indian masses (how women got a voice in mass India) is well documented by a prestigious Chicago research! But artists who talk of an inclusive world are actually more classist.' Ektaa didn't stop there. Without naming anyone, she wrote, 'We must do away with this 'U can't sit with us we r better' attitude for democracy n fair play! Love n light to all (sic).' What started it all? The entire row began after Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos appeared on Nikhil Kamath's podcast and spoke about launching Netflix in India. Reflecting on the decision, he said he would have done things differently. According to Ted, starting the platform in India with the series 'Sacred Games' may not have been the right move, and something 'more populist' might have worked better. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 오스템 임플란트 받아가세요 임플란터 더 알아보기 Undo Anurag Kashyap lashes out Anurag Kashyap, who directed and produced 'Sacred Games', did not take the comment lightly. In a fiery Instagram post, he criticised Ted's remarks and took a swipe at him. He wrote, 'He should have started with Saas Bahu.. he would have done well. Which he is doing now (sic).' Taking it a step further, Anurag added, 'I always knew the tech guys are dumb when it comes to storytelling but @tedsarandos is the definition of dumb is what I didn't know. Good to discover that. This explains everything now (sic).' 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 .
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Ektaa Kapoor calls Anurag Kashyap ‘classist, dumb' for mocking saas-bahu dramas: 'Darling, be self aware'
Recently, Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos revealed on Nikhil Kamath's podcast that he was unsure if the idea of starting Netflix Original programming in India with Sacred Games was the right one. His remark enraged filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, who called him dumb and suggested he should have started with "saas-bahu" shows. Now, Ektaa Kapoor has hit back at Anurag for his remark, calling him classist. (Also Read: Anurag Kashyap calls Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos 'dumb' for take on Sacred Games: 'Should have started with saas bahu') Reacting to Ted's take on Sacred Games, Anurag expressed his anger and wrote on Threads, "He should have started with Saas Bahu .. he would have done well. Which he is doing now Z I always knew the tech guys are dumb when it comes to story telling but tedsarandos is the definition of dumb is what I didn't know. Good to discover that. This explains everything now." Ektaa, who recently joined hands with Netflix, hit back at Anurag's comment on saas-bahu shows and wrote on Instagram, "You are so dumb... saying this puts you at an advantage 'I'm smarter, cooler' but naaaaaaaa! Darling, how about gracious!!! and self-aware?????? An art that a lot of artists don't have! 'Saas bahu' and their impact on Indian masses (how women got a voice in mass India) is well documented by prestigious Chicago research!" While she didn't name anyone in her post, she added, "But artists who talk of an inclusive world are actually more classist. We must do away with this 'U can't sit with us, we're better' attitude for democracy and fair play! Love n light to all (sic)." Ted said, "Our very first Indian original show was Sacred Games. And I thought, 'This is going to be great. People in India love movies. This is a TV show that feels as big as a movie, it has movie stars.' What's interesting about it is that it was very, very novel, but what I didn't understand [was] that we were introducing a brand new kind of entertainment in a country the size of India." He added, "For me, if I did it all over again, would I have done Sacred Games a couple of years later, and did things that were more populist (instead)? Maybe. But we knew that India was going to be a slower journey to get to where we wanted to get to. But it's a great prize, at the end of the day. The addressable market is growing in the next couple of years in India, so it's exciting." On Ektaa's birthday, Netflix announced its collaboration with her. The post read, 'Netflix and Ektaa Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms come together in a creative collaboration to craft compelling stories across formats.' Ektaa further expressed gratitude, calling it her "best gift ever."
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kareena Kapoor sends big birthday love to her dearest Ektaa
One of the most successful producers of our time, Ektaa Kapoor turned 50 on Saturday. Sending big birthday love to her dearest Ektaa, actress Kareena Kapoor penned on her Instagram stories, "Happy birthday dearest love to you always @ektakapoor." Bebo also dropped a lovely black-and-white picture with Ektaa on the photo-sharing app. The actor and producer power duo has managed to deliver some pathbreaking content over the years including, "Jaane Jaan", "Udta Punjab", and "The Buckingham Murder", to name just a few. Additionally, filmmaker Karan Johar wished his "karmic twin" on her milestone birthday. Taking to his Instagram stories, KJo posted an old photo with Ektaa, along with the caption, "Happy birthday to my karmic twin!!!! To the girl with the largest heart and the forever friend!!!" The Dharma head added, "Love you Ektu ... you are a visionary, a may you continue to lead way and inspire generations!!!" Moreover, actress-turned-politician Smriti Irani , who played Tulsi in the popular show "Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi", also called Ektaa her strength. Her Instagram caption read, "That night, we walked - from the quiet lanes of Juhu to the sacred steps of Siddhivinayak. Not in celebration, but in surrender. She had made a silent vow when I was chasing a dream - a prayer not for herself, but for me. And when the dream turned real, when the world clapped - she didn't call to revel in the applause." Smriti further looked back in time saying, "She reminded me: We owe Bappa our thanks. Gratitude walks before pride in her world. The world knows her as fierce - a woman of will, words, and unwavering resolve." Starting her career at the tender age of 17, Ektaa delivered some of the most beloved television serials including "Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi", "Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii", "Kasautii Zindagii Kay", and "Kahiin To Hoga," among others. --IANS pm/ 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 .
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Smriti Irani Hopes For Peace And Success For Ektaa Kapoor: 'She Deserves Both'
Last Updated: Smriti Irani and Ekta Kapoor worked together for the iconic show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, which also made the former a household name. Smriti Irani and Ektaa Kapoor's friendship is an example for everyone. On Saturday, the actress-turned-politician took to her Instagram handle and penned down a long and sweet note for Ektaa to send her birthday wishes. Smriti cherished the moments she had spent with Ektaa and described her as somebody who prays for others' success. 'That night, we walked — from the quiet lanes of Juhu to the sacred steps of Siddhivinayak. Not in celebration, but in surrender. She had made a silent vow when I was chasing a dream — a prayer not for herself, but for me. And when the dream turned real, when the world clapped — she didn't call to revel in the applause. She reminded me: We owe Bappa our thanks. Gratitude walks before pride in her world," Smriti wrote. 'The world knows her as fierce – a woman of will, words, and unwavering resolve. But I have known her silences; the softness that doesn't seek attention, the care that doesn't need credit. She is the quiet strength behind many journeys, the keeper of promises no one else hears," she added. The actress then hoped for peace and success in Ektaa's life and concluded by saying, 'Today, she turns 50. A milestone many will raise a toast to. But in the hush of this day, I whisper a prayer — May peace wrap itself around her like a shawl on a weary evening. May success find her, not because she chases it, but because she gives so much of herself away. She deserves both. And so much more. Happy Birthday EK @ektarkapoor ❤️." Check it out here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Smriti Irani (@smritiiraniofficial) Smriti Irani and Ekta Kapoor worked together for the iconic show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, which also made the former a household name. In the show, Smriti played the role of Tulsi Virani. Her character and the show were widely loved by all. The popular daily soap first aired in July 2000 and ran for 8 years. Interestingly, Smriti Irani is likely to make comeback as Tulsi in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2. Reportedly, the new season will have 150 episodes. However, no official confirmation has been made regarding it as of now. First Published:
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ektaa Kapoor enjoys a special Mother's Day lunch with her little munchkins
Prominent television and film producer Ektaa Kapoor took her son, Ravie Kapoor , and her nephew Laksshya on a special Mother's Day lunch . Ektaa took to her Instagram stories and dropped a couple of glimpses of her day out with the kids. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now While little Ravie was enjoying herself in her mother's lap, Laksshya was seen relishing a big chocolate-chip cookie. For the unversed, Ektaa welcomed her son through surrogacy on 27th January 2019. The producer shared that she chose surrogacy after experiencing several failed pregnancies following multiple rounds of IVF. Ektaa has named her son after her father, Jeetendra, whose real name is Ravi Kapoor. Announcing the arrival of her son, Ektaa dropped a note on social media saying, "By God's grace, I have seen many successes in my life, but nothing beats the feeling of this beautiful soul being added to my world. I cannot even begin to express how happy my baby's birth has made me. Everything in life doesn't go the way you want it to, but there are always solutions to those hiccups. I found mine, and today, I feel immensely blessed to become a parent." Not just Ektaa, but her brother, Tusshar Kapoor, also became Bollywood 's first single dad when he welcomed his son Laksshya via surrogacy on June 1, 2016. In the meantime, Ektaa recently launched the Madhya Pradesh 2.0 Film Policy during the WAVES summit 2025. The policy is another move in making the state a prime shooting destination in India. Shedding light on Madhya Pradesh's cinematic potential, Ektaa said during the summit, "From what we could see, Madhya Pradesh is definitely the visuals, the heritage, the legacy - sorted." She highlighted the need for financial facilitation to attract large-scale productions, adding, "They've just launched a great policy. What they would need now is some kind of financial ease for the makers so they can support large-scale productions, which will not only boost the state's economy but also make it easier for filmmakers to shoot there."
