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News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Vidya Balan Reveals Vidhu Vinod Chopra Asked Her To Get A Nose Job For Parineeta: 'Get Surgery Done'
Vidhu Vinod Chopra told Vidya Balan that her nose was too long. Vidya Balan made a powerful entry into Bollywood with Parineeta (2005), a film adaptation of Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's classic Bengali novel. Directed by Pradeep Sarkar and produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Parineeta showcased Vidya not just as a newcomer, but as an actress of depth and grace, capable of carrying a film with subtle intensity. However, Vidya recently revealed to Filmfare that Vidhu asked her to get a nose job done for the film. 'Vidhu Vinod Chopra said, 'Your nose is too long, let's get a surgery done.' I refused. I've never had anything done to my face — just the odd facial. I've always believed in keeping my face the way God made it," Vidya stated. 'Parineeta was a massive success. Top directors started calling. But at photoshoots, they'd say, 'Let's try something new with you,' and I'd think, 'What have you even seen of me to want something new?' They'd say, 'Let's make you look younger and sexy.' I was open to experimenting, but after a while, it got frustrating," she added. Set in 1960s Kolkata, Parineeta tells the story of Lalita (played by Vidya), an orphan raised by her uncle, and her complex relationship with her childhood friend Shekhar (Saif Ali Khan). The film explores themes of love, pride, and societal boundaries, capturing the essence of old-world romance and class conflict. Lalita is a quiet but strong-willed woman whose emotional resilience and unwavering dignity become the heart of the story. What stood out was Vidya Balan's nuanced performance. She brought warmth, restraint, and emotional honesty to the role. Her chemistry with Saif Ali Khan was both tender and intense, anchoring the emotional weight of the film. Her ability to convey strength through silence and grace marked her as a refreshing departure from the typical debutante. Critics and audiences alike lauded her performance, earning her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut and establishing her as a serious actor in the industry. Parineeta also won praise for its lush cinematography, soulful music by Shantanu Moitra, and the lyrical storytelling that echoed the elegance of Hindi cinema's golden era. Today, Parineeta is remembered as more than just a debut film—it is the beginning of Vidya Balan's journey as one of India's most respected actresses, known for choosing meaningful roles and redefining the portrayal of women in Indian cinema. First Published: July 30, 2025, 21:23 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.
India.com
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
This film beats Sholay, was a blockbuster but still won only 1 award, movie is..., lead actors are...
Sholay is one such film of Indian cinema whose dialogues and songs are still famous. A cult film that was liked by everyone from children to old people, and it got a lot of praise even in foreign countries. But do you know that this superhit film got only one Filmfare Award? Which film got nominated in 9 categories? Sholay was nominated for 9 Filmfare Awards, and the only winner was M.S. Shinde, who won the award for Best Editing. Yes, the film received nominations for Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Comedian, Best Story, Best Music Director, Best Lyricist and Best Playback Singer, along with Best Editing. This film won just one award Sholay got only one award out of nine nominations – for Best Editing. Almost all the other awards were given to Amitabh Bachchan's film Deewar. Yes, it was the film Deewar that won most of these awards. These awards include- Best Film (Gulshan Rai) Best Director (Yash Chopra) Best Supporting Actor (Shashi Kapoor) Best Story (Salim-Javed) Best Screenplay (Salim-Javed) Best Dialogue (Salim-Javed) Best Sound (M.A. Sheikh) Why Sholay is considered an all time favourite? Sholay might have not won Filmfare Awards but it did win three awards at the Bengal Film Journalists Association Awards in 1976. Sholay also received a special award at the 50th Filmfare Awards in 2005 – Best Film of 50 Years. Sholay was released in 1975 and starred Dharmendra, Amitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini, Sanjeev Kumar, etc. It was directed by Ramesh Sippy and written by the Salim-Javed duo. The film was released in theatres on 15 August 1975 and held the record of the highest grossing film of Indian cinema until 1994. This record was broken by Hum Aapke Hain Kaun, released in 1994. This year marks the 50th anniversary of Sholay.
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actor, who is the son of superstar, left his IT job, became overnight star with his second film, worked with Sunny Deol in..., his name is...
He's not just a performer, but a blend of charm, grace, and quiet intensity. Fondly called 'Kunjikka' by admirers, his journey didn't begin with glitz but with grounded ambition far from the arc lights. He didn't rely on a towering legacy alone; he earned his stripes with nuanced roles, linguistic versatility, and a magnetic screen presence. Be it a poetic, romantic, or a layered anti-hero, he becomes the character and shines on the big screen, whose shine will never fade away because he is not just an artist, but a blend of art and masterful craft. Who is this actor This remarkable actor is none other than Dulquer Salmaan, the son of legendary Malayalam icon Mammootty, who is currently celebrating his 43rd birthday. Born in 1986, in Kochi, he spent his early years studying in Chennai and then earned a business degree from Purdue University in the USA. After a stint in the IT business in Dubai, feeling uninspired, he enrolled in a three‑month acting course at Barry John Acting Studio in Mumbai and embraced cinema as his sacred profession. How did Dulquer Salmaan establish himself as an artist? Dulquer debuted with the gritty Malayalam crime drama Second Show (2012), playing a gangster, a role he chose deliberately to earn respect as a hero rather than rely on legacy. But it was Ustad Hotel later that same year where he played a chef named Faizy, garnering wide acclaim and a Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut alongside his first Best Actor nomination. Bold choices in diverse roles from ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi to Neelakasham Pachakadal Chuvanna Bhoomi helped build his reputation as a soulful entertainer. Notable works of Dulquer Salmaan By year 2014-15, Dulquer had exploded onto the pan‑Indian stage. He starred in Bangalore Days, one of Malayalam cinema's biggest hits, and ventured into Tamil with Vaayai Moodi Pesavum, winning a debut award. His performance in Charlie not only won him a Kerala State Film Award but also cemented his place as a charismatic lead across industries. He later appeared in O Kadhal Kanmani, Kurup, and debuted in Bollywood with Karwaan alongside Late Irrfan Khan and Mithila Palkar, The Zoya Factor with Sonam Kapoor Ahuja and critically acclaimed Chup with Shreya Dhanwanthary and Sunny Deol. Later, Dulquer reached new heights with the Telugu hits Sita Ramam and Lucky Baskhar, a smart black‑comedy crime drama, helmed by Venky Atluri. Made on a Rs 100 crore budget, the film grossed Rs 111.9 crore and made him the first Malayalam actor to win the Telangana State Film Award (Special Jury) for Best Actor. More about Dulquer Salmaan Beyond acting, he leads Wayfarer Films, his own production banner, steering Malayalam cinema toward new horizons. His upcoming slate includes Lokah – Chapter One: Chandra, a pioneering female‑led superhero film and the first 'superhero cinematic universe' in Malayalam, now in post‑production. On the personal front, he married Chennai‑based architect Amal Sufiya in 2011 through a quiet arranged wedding. Their daughter Maryam Ameerah, born in May 2017, is the pride of the family.
News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
'Mujhe Daant Padi': Amitabh Bachchan Scolded Rajiv Rai For Making Kajol The Killer In Gupt
Director Rajiv Rai recalls Amitabh Bachchan scolding him for making Kajol the killer in Gupt. Director Rajiv Rai's 1997 thriller Gupt left a generation stunned with its shocking twist — Kajol, the film's beloved heroine, was revealed to be the murderer. The bold move to cast a female lead as the villain was considered groundbreaking in Hindi cinema at the time. But not everyone was on board with this twist — including none other than Amitabh Bachchan, who personally questioned Rai's decision ahead of the film's release. In a recent interview on the Ravi Buleiy Official YouTube channel, Rajiv Rai shared a fascinating anecdote about a trial screening of Gupt held in Chennai. Amitabh Bachchan had attended the show and called Rai the very next day. 'He said, 'Rajiv, are you convinced with what you have done in this film? You have made Kajol the killer, are you sure? How can you be so sure?' So in one way, as a senior, he scolded me," Rai said. 'Mere ko daant padi. He is a senior, he can obviously scold me." Rajiv went on to explain that despite Bachchan's doubts, he stood firm in his creative vision, 'He questioned me, 'How are you so confident that this will work?' I told him, 'Sir, I don't have an answer for your questions. It is Wednesday already, please wait for 2 days, you will get your answer.'" As history would have it, Gupt opened to critical and commercial success, and Kajol's performance earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Villain, becoming the first actress to win in that category. Rajiv Rai also recalled his early professional ties to Amitabh Bachchan, having worked as an assistant director on classic films like Trishul and Kaala Patthar, both of which starred the megastar. He revealed that during a challenging phase in Bachchan's career — between 1992 and 1994 — he developed a script with Anees Bazmee specifically for the legendary actor. Despite Rai's high hopes, Bachchan declined the project, 'He said that the phase that I am going through right now, I don't want to do any films. He was not going through a good phase then," Rai said. 'He was confused, and in that confusion, he said no. He is not a confused man but his circumstances were such." The rejection left Rai heartbroken, 'I was like, 'I worked so hard, I was angry with my destiny, not with Amitabh Bachchan. I thought if destiny does not want me to work with Amit ji, I will work with someone new, so I made Mohra with Suniel Shetty." That decision turned out to be career-defining. Mohra, released in 1994, was a major hit, and along with Gupt, cemented Rai's legacy as one of the most daring and successful directors of 1990s Bollywood. First Published: July 26, 2025, 21:00 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.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Sonu Walia faked not knowing swimming to avoid swimsuit scene in 'Khoon Bhari Maang' – Here's what Rakesh Roshan did
Back then, it wasn't as easy for actresses to wear swimsuits on screen as it is today. , the stunning star of the popular film 'Khoon Bhari Maang,' once in an exclusive conversation with ETimes opened up about her discomfort when she had to wear a swimsuit for a scene. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Kabir Bedi 's unknowing help On a lighthearted note, the actress recalled being absolutely petrified at the thought of wearing a swimsuit for a film shoot. What eased her nerves slightly was seeing Kabir Bedi sporting swimming trunks—since heroes of that era usually stuck to ganjis and shorts for pool scenes. In a clever attempt to avoid the swimsuit sequence, she confessed to director that she didn't know how to swim. Believing her, Roshan not only convinced her gently but even went a step further—he cut out an entire stanza from the song, considering her supposed limitation. Sonu eventually came clean, but only after filming was complete, laughing over how she had pulled off a smooth dive into the pool during a shot, and Rakesh Roshan never caught on. About Sonu Walia Sonu Walia entered the world as Sanjeet Kaur Walia in New Delhi before becoming a famous beauty queen and Bollywood star who possessed both elegance and charisma on screen. The completion of her studies in psychology and journalism led her into modeling, which ultimately brought her the Femina Miss India Universe crown in 1985. Her achievements in the modeling business led directly to her debut as a film actress. Sonu started her Bollywood career through 'Shart' in 1986 until she reached major stardom through 'Khoon Bhari Maang' in 1988, where she starred as the stylish villain opposite . The Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress recognized her outstanding work. Sonu faced challenges in securing lead roles during her early career because her tall stature prevented her from working with numerous male actors who dominated Bollywood at that period. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now During 1995 she married NRI businessman Surya Pratap Singh through marriage and left her film career behind to devote herself to domestic life. Following her husband's death in 2009, she moved back to India to begin her work in film production.
