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Hindustan Times
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Director Vasan Bala thought he'd live a luxe life after Jigra release, but still lives in rented house after it bombed
Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt was last seen in an action-packed avatar in the film Jigra. However, the movie failed to strike a chord with audiences and underperformed at the box office. Now, in a conversation with Cyrus Broacha, the film's director, Vasan Bala, opened up about how the film's failure affected him. Vasan Bala says Jigra's box office failure knocked him out. Vasan Bala on Jigra box office failure Vasan revealed that although he enjoyed working with Alia, the film's box office numbers were a tough blow. He said, 'The Jigra box office was a sucker punch. It really knocks you out, and I'm still waking up. But (new) scripts are also happening in the recovery process. I am happy with the film, absolutely. I had a great time working with the crew, and I had a great time working with Alia. She's an incredible actress, she has an incredible work ethic and vision. She spoils you.' Vasan also reflected on how the most successful people in the industry are people who 'shoot 200 days and are still indecisive'. When asked if he could do that now, he responded, 'No, I can't after Jigra's box office. I can't. I thought I could, I was gearing up for that. You appreciate success more this way—when you don't have it. But not as much when you're trying to buy houses. The extra money doesn't hurt. I still live in a rented house. After Jigra, I went back to a Mani Ratnam set, though. I went for two days, just to be around a film set, because I thought I'd never go back.' About Jigra Co-produced by Alia Bhatt's Eternal Sunshine Productions and Dharma Productions, Jigra is directed by Vasan Bala, known for Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota and Monica, O My Darling. The emotional action-drama explores themes of courage and sibling love. Alia plays a fiercely protective sister, with Vedang Raina portraying her brother. The narrative follows the lengths she goes to in order to safeguard him. While Alia's performance was widely appreciated, the film received mixed reviews and ultimately failed at the box office. Made on a reported budget of ₹80 crore, it ended its theatrical run with ₹56.93 crore worldwide. Meanwhile, Alia is currently gearing up for the release of her upcoming spy action thriller Alpha. Directed by Shiv Rawail, the film is part of YRF's expanding spy universe and also stars Sharvari in a lead role. Alpha is scheduled for release in cinemas on 25 December 2025.


News18
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Alia Bhatt Reacts To Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Anniversary Clip As Film Turns 2
Last Updated: Released in 2023, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani featured Alia Bhatt as a headstrong Bengali Journalist Rani Chatterjee and Ranveer Singh as a flamboyant Punjabi Rocky Randhawa. Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh's romantic comedy Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani turned 2 on July 28. Commemorating the heartfelt journey, Dharma Productions took to social media to share a nostalgic video filled with memorable scenes featuring Alia Bhatt as Rani Chatterjee and Ranveer Singh as Rocky Randhawa. Dharma Productions, in collaboration with Karan Johar, the director of the film, shared a heartfelt video to celebrate the second anniversary of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. Soon after sharing the video, Alia Bhatt was seen joining the celebration as she reacted to the post, leaving a like on the video. Celebrating the blockbuster hit, the production house wrote in the caption, 'Only all wala pyaar this side! Celebrating a story filled with love, laughter, family, and emotions! #2YearsOfRockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani" The video highlighted key scenes from the film, featuring Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh's on-screen romance characterised by love, chaos, emotions and hilarious moments. The clip highlighted vibrant Punjabi-Bengali wedding customs, spirited family dramas and the evolving chemistry between the characters. The film was far beyond a simple love story; it was a tribute to the broader message of acceptance, tradition and emotional growth, and the anniversary clip highlighted that beautifully. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dharma Productions (@dharmamovies) Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Plot Released on July 28, 2023, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani starred Ranveer Singh as a flamboyant yet soft-hearted Punjabi man, Rocky Randhawa, who fell in love with an articulate and headstrong Bengali journalist, Rani Chatterjee, played by Alia Bhatt. The film's unique plot—where the couple decided to live with each other's families before marriage to understand their customs and cultures—struck a chord with audiences by blending comedy, romance and societal norms. The film's unique approach of exploring class, culture and values made it both entertaining and thought-provoking. Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh's Upcoming Projects Alia Bhatt was last seen in Jigra, released in 2024. Backed by Dharma Productions, Viacom 18 Studios and Bhatt's Eternal Sunshine Productions, Jigra featured Alia Bhatt as a troubled woman who attempts to rescue her brother (played by Vedang Raina) from an East Asian prison. Up next, the actress will join the YRF Spy Universe in a female-led installment titled Alpha and is set to collaborate with Sanjay Leela Bhansali in the romantic drama Love & War, co-starring Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal. On the other hand, Ranveer Singh was last seen in Rohit Shetty's Singham Again in 2024 and will next lead Aditya Dhar's action thriller Dhurandhar. He is also set to take over the role of Don from Shah Rukh Khan in Farhan Akhtar's Don 3. 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
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Remember this cute girl from Sangharsh who played young Preity Zinta at just six, she's now top actress with net worth of Rs 550 crore; Her name is...
In the realm of cinema, some stars begin their journey long before the spotlight truly finds them. A brief appearance in a thriller film once showcased a young girl's potential, hinting at the illustrious career that lay ahead. Who is this young girl? That young girl was Alia Bhatt, who made her first on-screen appearance at the age of six in the 1999 film 'Sangharsh.' In this movie, she portrayed the younger version of Preity Zinta's character, marking the inception of her acting journey. Born on March 15, 1993, in Mumbai, Alia hails from a family deeply rooted in the film industry, being the daughter of filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt and actress Soni Razdan. From which film did Alia Bhatt got her breakthrough role? Alia's breakthrough came with her lead role in 'Student of the Year' (2012), directed by Karan Johar. Since then, she has delivered acclaimed performances in films like 'Highway' (2014), 'Raazi' (2018), 'Gully Boy' (2019), and 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' (2022). Her versatility and dedication have earned her numerous accolades, including a National Film Award and multiple Filmfare Awards. As of recent estimates given by Moneycontrol, Alia Bhatt's net worth is approximately Rs 550 crores. Beyond acting, Alia has ventured into production with her company, Eternal Sunshine Productions, and made her Hollywood debut in Netflix's Heart of Stone (2023). More about Alia Bhatt Apart from this, Alia became part of Vasan Bala's Jigra as a courageous sister striving to rescue her wrongly imprisoned brother, portrayed by Vedang Raina. Despite receiving praise for its performances and storytelling, the film faced challenges at the box office. It became available for streaming on Netflix in December 2024. Alia headlines Alpha, the first female-led installment in Yash Raj Films' Spy Universe. Directed by Shiv Rawail, the film also stars Sharvari Wagh and Bobby Deol. Alia portrays an elite intelligence agent undertaking high-stakes missions across multiple countries. The film is set for a Christmas 2025 release. Apart from this, Alia will also feature in period drama Love & War, helmed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, which will also feature Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal. The film, blending romance, drama, and action, began filming in November 2024. Alia has dedicated significant time to this project, with production expected to conclude by October 2025.


News18
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Alia Bhatt-Backed Difficult Daughters Selected For Asian Project Market At BIFF
Alia Bhatt's Difficult Daughters, directed by Soni Razdan, is selected for the 2025 Asian Project Market at Busan International Film Festival. Alia Bhatt's upcoming production Difficult Daughters has secured a coveted spot at the Asian Project Market (APM) 2025, an initiative held as part of the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF). The project, directed by veteran actor and filmmaker Soni Razdan, joins a list of 30 selected films from across Asia that will be showcased during the APM, set to run from September 20 to 23 at BEXCO, Busan. Produced by Alia Bhatt under her banner Eternal Sunshine Productions, the film also sees involvement from her sister Shaheen Bhatt and acclaimed Indian indie producer Alan McAlex, known for Santosh. This selection marks a notable milestone for the Bhatt family, particularly as Soni Razdan takes the directorial reins on a project. According to Deadline, the Asian Project Market this year features a dynamic slate of projects helmed by both emerging and established filmmakers. One standout pairing includes All We Imagine As Light actor Kani Kusruti and Cannes winner Payal Kapadia, who will produce The Last Of Them Plagues, directed by Kunjila Mascillamani. The APM lineup also showcases new work from Indian director Pradip Kurbah, winner of BIFF's 2019 Jiseok Award, who returns with his project Moon. Bangladeshi filmmaker Biplob Sarkar presents The Magical Men, an LGBTQ+-focused narrative. Malaysia's Lau Kok Rui, a BIFF Asian Film Academy alumnus, brings Wake Me Up When the Mourning Ends, backed by producers Soi Cheang, Stefano Centini, and Wong Kew Soon. In total, five Chinese-language films have been selected, with three from Taiwan spotlighting women-led narratives. Japan is represented by three directors, Shiraishi Kazuya, Fujita Naoya, and Zhang Yaoyuan, exploring stories ranging from migrant labor to identity and youth struggles. Alia Bhatt, last seen in Vasan Bala's Jigra, not only played the lead but also produced the film, which followed a woman's risky mission to save her imprisoned brother. She is next set to appear in Alpha, alongside Sharvari. Directed by Shiv Rawail, the film is part of Yash Raj Films' growing spy universe and is scheduled for release during the 2025 Christmas weekend. First Published: July 21, 2025, 11:19 IST 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.


NDTV
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
A US Link Found In Alia Bhatt Fraud Case. What Police Said
Alia Bhatt's former personal assistant allegedly leaked confidential information related to her production house Eternal Sunshine Productions to an unknown US resident and had duped the Bollywood actor of Rs 77 lakh by transferring money to bank accounts of various people and companies, Juhu Police officials probing the fraud said. Vedika Shetty, who worked as Ms Bhatt's personal assistant from 2021 to 2024, came in contact with a person named Shivasai Teja, who lives in the US, in December 2023. She then shared several confidential information pertaining to Eternal Sunshine Productions with the man through WhatsApp, without the knowledge and consent of the production house and its director, Soni Razdan. Efforts are being made to ascertain more details about Teja and how he came in contact with Shetty, the officials said. Shetty was arrested from Bengaluru on Tuesday. Besides, investigations also revealed that between May 2, 2022 and March 22, 2024, Shetty transferred huge sums of money from Ms Bhatt's account to the accounts of various people and firms, including one Satvik Sahu (₹43 lakh), Simi John (₹57,000) in the account of Simi John, Shashank Pandey (₹77,000), Chandni Jitendra Prasad Dixit (Rs 18 lakh) and ₹6 lakh in the name of a person named Manish Sukhij. The former assistant also purchased goods worth Rs 4.36 lakh in the name of the production house and got them delivered to various addresses, the police said. IPhones and iPads worth rs 2.94 lakh were also purchased using the company's money, they added. Police said the fraud came to light in January this year when Shetty sent an invoice to Ms Bhatt on the pretext of clearing bills for an event. Ms Bhatt turned suspicious and called the mobile number mentioned on the invoice and found the receiver to be a friend of Shetty. Following this, Ms Bhatt got her bank accounts audited and learnt about the fraud, the police added. Earlier, police said Shetty allegedly used to prepare fake invoices and get the actor's signature on them. She used to tell Ms Bhatt that those invoices were for various expenses incurred by the actor for travel, gatherings and meetings. After the actor signed the invoices, Shetty would send the relevant payment to her close friend, who used to transfer the entire deposited amount back to her account. The accused has been booked under relevant legal provisions, including for cheating and criminal breach of trust, the police said. After Ms Razdan filed a complaint, the police added, Shetty had gone into hiding and kept changing her location. She travelled to Rajasthan, Karnataka, Maharashtra, before eventually being caught in Bengaluru. There was no official statement from either Ms Bhatt or her production house till the time of filing this report.