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News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Ranbir Kapoor's Clean-Shaven Look, Drastic Weight Loss After Animal Leaves Fans Stunned
Last Updated: Fresh off the shoot for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, Ranbir has shifted gears to begin prep for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's upcoming romantic saga Love and War. Ranbir Kapoor is making headlines again and it's not for his film performances, but jaw-dropping transformation. The actor, who had bulked up and sported a rugged beard for his intense role in Animal, was recently spotted looking drastically leaner and completely clean-shaven. The video of his new look has now taken the internet by storm. Fresh off the shoot for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, Ranbir has shifted gears to begin prep for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's upcoming romantic saga Love and War. In a viral clip circulating online, the actor is seen in the city sporting a fresh, clean-shaven face and a slick hairstyle, noticeably slimmer than his Animal avatar. Dressed casually in a red tee and denim from his personal label, Ranbir waved at the paparazzi, posed for pictures, and even handed his cap to one of the photographers before stepping into his car. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Fans who were used to seeing his wild, bearded look in Animal were stunned by the dramatic change. In Animal, Ranbir played the ferocious Ranvijay Singh, whose violent journey begins when his father Balbir Singh (Anil Kapoor) is threatened. The film followed his descent into violence and eventual confrontation with his cousin Abrar Haque (Bobby Deol). It ended with a cliffhanger, setting up Animal Park, the upcoming sequel. Interestingly, Ranbir's grungy look in Animal almost didn't happen. Celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim recently revealed that director Sandeep Reddy Vanga was initially against the idea of long hair and beard, fearing it looked too much like Ranbir's appearance in Sanju. 'Had Ranbir's hair and beard not been long in Animal, I don't think his character would have the same impact," Aalim told Galatta India. 'Vanga sir initially said the long hair isn't working… I had to convince him that once the full look was in place, it wouldn't resemble Sanju." Despite criticism for its perceived misogynistic tone, Animal was a blockbuster, earning over Rs 915 crore globally. With Love and War now on the horizon, Ranbir's latest transformation has sparked fresh curiosity about what's in store next. First Published: June 05, 2025, 23:29 IST
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Housefull 5 Director Recalls Shah Rukh Khan's Advice: '99 Per Cent Of Your Job Is...'
Last Updated: Tarun Mansukhani recalled Shah Rukh Khan's behaviour on sets. Director Tarun Mansukhani is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film, Housefull 5. The film features 19 celebrated actors coming together for a comedy-thriller. However, one actor whose advice Tarun follows as a rule of thumb is Shah Rukh Khan. In a recent chat with Galatta India, Tarun recalled Shah Rukh's golden advice. Tarun said, 'I remember just before starting Dostana, he told me, 'What you think is direction, like, putting the camera here, or setting the shot, is just 1% of filmmaking, 99% of your job is managing people.'" Tarun has worked with Shah Rukh Khan as an assistant and associate director on films such as Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001), Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003), and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006). 'I've seen him picking up chairs and helping wrap up shoots quickly when rain was approaching. He'd become like an assistant director just to get things done efficiently. He is so much a part of the crew that you will never feel that he is Shah Rukh Khan. He is always cracking jokes, and most importantly, he constantly teaches you," Tarun said. Meanwhile, as for Housefull 5, the film will reportedly be the most expensive comedy film of Indian cinema. With 19 A-list celebrities, a whopping budget and the tag of a successful franchise, all eyes are on Housefull 5 to 'revive' Indian cinema. As per Pinkvilla's sources, 'From a star-cast of 19 acclaimed actors to the logistical challenges of shooting at real locations with a massive ensemble, Housefull 5 was among the most difficult films to set up for Sajid Nadiadwala. He has made a lavish 'Killer Comedy' for the audience, without compromising on the costs." The report mentions that Housefull 5 is being made on a budget of Rs 225 crore (Excluding PnA). If the report is to be believed, Housefull 5 is the most expensive comedy film in Indian cinema, surpassing the budgets of films like Housefull 4 and Golmaal Again. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, Housefull 5 features a star-studded cast including Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Shreyas Talpade, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Dino Morea, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Chitrangada Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Soundarya Sharma, Chunky Pandey and Johnny Lever among others.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Shah Rukh Khan used to pick up chairs and help the crew wrap shoots,' says Housefull 5 director Tarun Mansukhani
Filmmaker Tarun Mansukhani and Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan share a long-standing association that dates back to the early days of Tarun's career. As an assistant and associate director, Tarun worked closely with Shah Rukh on several iconic films, including Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Kal Ho Naa Ho, and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. In a recent interview with Galatta India, the Dostana director looked back on those formative years, fondly recalling SRK's humility on set. 'I've seen him picking up chairs and helping wrap up shoots quickly when rain was approaching. He'd become like an assistant director just to get things done efficiently. He is so much a part of the crew that you will never feel that he is Shah Rukh Khan. He is always cracking jokes, and most importantly, he constantly teaches you,' Tarun said. According to Tarun Mansukhani, one of the most important lessons he learned about filmmaking came from Shah Rukh Khan himself. 'I remember just before starting Dostana he told me, 'What you think is direction, like, putting the camera here, or setting the shot is just 1% of filmmaking, 99% of your job is managing people.'' Tarun says this insight has stayed with him and continues to shape his approach to filmmaking. Also Read | 'If you want Priyanka Chopra to die on your set, I'll send her, but you'll be responsible': How PC's mom handled sarcastic remark by 'very scary' Dostana director Currently, the filmmaker is gearing up for the fifth installment of the Housefull franchise, marking a major milestone in Indian cinema as the only Bollywood comedy franchise to reach its fifth part. The film features a star-studded ensemble cast and is generating buzz for its innovative format as it will reportedly feature two different climaxes. Departing from the franchise's usual tone, the fifth edition is described not only as a comedy but also a murder mystery, earning it the label of a 'killer comedy.' Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan has begun shooting for his next project, King, directed by Siddharth Anand. The film reportedly boasts a powerhouse cast including Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Rani Mukerji, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Abhay Verma, and Arshad Warsi.
News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Sandeep Reddy Vanga Didn't Like Ranbir's Animal Look, Nearly Dropped It
Last Updated: Ranbir Kapoor's Animal look almost didn't happen. Aalim Hakim reveals how he convinced Sandeep Reddy Vanga despite concerns it resembled Sanju too much. Ranbir Kapoor's look in Animal—with flowing hair and a rugged beard—has become one of the most talked-about transformations in recent Bollywood memory. But according to celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim, the now-iconic look wasn't a sure-shot decision at the start. Speaking to Galatta India, Aalim shared that director Sandeep Reddy Vanga had doubts early on about the long-haired look. The concern? It reminded him too much of Ranbir's appearance in Sanju, the biopic on Sanjay Dutt. 'Had Ranbir's hair and beard not been long in Animal, I don't think his character would have the same impact. It took time to develop his character's look," Aalim said. He added, 'Vanga sir initially said the long hair isn't working, he's looking like Sanju. How he looked in the Sanjay Dutt biopic. I had to convince him that he won't look like that once his whole look is put together." About Animal Film Animal is a 2023 Bollywood action-drama directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Ranvijay, a troubled man with a difficult past and a strained relationship with his father. Known for its emotional story, intense action scenes, and Ranbir's powerful performance, Animal was a big hit at the box office. The movie also features Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor, and Bobby Deol in key roles. After delivering back-to-back films in 2023—Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar and Animal—Ranbir Kapoor is now filming Love & War, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and Ramayana, helmed by Nitesh Tiwari. Sandeep Reddy Vanga And Deepika Padukone Spirit Controversy Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga is preparing for his next big project, Spirit, a cop drama starring Prabhas. The film is expected to begin production this year. Initially, Deepika Padukone was cast as the female lead, but she stepped away due to concerns over fees and work schedules. Sandeep Reddy Vanga later, seemingly slammed her. The filmmaker took to his X (formerly Twitter) handle and dropped a cryptic post. Even though Vanga did not name Deepika Padukone, he accused her of playing 'dirty PR games' and revealing some parts of his film's story. Following Deepika's exit, Triptii Dimri was confirmed to play a part in the film. First Published:
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Housefull 5' director Tarun Mansukhani recalls Shah Rukh Khan's advice during ‘Dostana': '99% of filmmaking is handling people'
As excitement grows around 'Housefull 5', director Tarun Mansukhani has looked back on a key moment from his early days in the film industry – working with Shah Rukh Khan . In a recent chat with Galatta India, the filmmaker spoke about the valuable lessons he picked up from the Bollywood superstar while shooting 'Dostana', calling the experience 'amazing'. Shah Rukh's Dedication Left a Strong Impression Mansukhani fondly remembered Shah Rukh Khan's dedication on set. 'There's never a day with him where the scene isn't completed,' he said. 'You'll never hear him say he wants to go home. It's always, 'Have you finished your work for the day?'' The director pointed out that SRK's efforts went far beyond just acting. 'I've seen him picking up chairs and helping wrap up shoots quickly when rain was approaching. He'd become like an assistant director just to get things done efficiently,' he shared, praising Khan's hands-on nature and his willingness to guide younger team members. Advice That Shaped a Director's Thinking One of the most striking bits of advice came during 'Dostana', when Shah Rukh offered Mansukhani a much-needed reality check about directing. 'He told me, 'What you think is directing is just 1% of filmmaking. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo 99% is about handling people,'' Mansukhani said. This simple but powerful insight helped him grasp the bigger picture of leadership and team management in the world of filmmaking. A Full-Circle Moment with 'Housefull 5' Now directing 'Housefull 5', which hits cinemas on 6 June 2025, Tarun Mansukhani seems to be carrying those early lessons with him. Expectations are running high, and the recently released trailer has received a positive response from audiences. The comedy promises a full-on entertainer with an added murder mystery twist. Housefull 5 Cast Spotted at Airport Ahead of Promotions 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 .
