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Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Meet the Only Indian Actor in Alien: Earth Who Worked at Tea Stall, Sang with Ilaiyaraaja and is Now Making Waves in Hollywood
Adarsh Gourav is the only Indian actor in Alien: Earth, now streaming on Disney+ Hotstar in India (August 13) after its U.S. debut on Hulu and FX (August 12). He plays 'Slightly,' a synthetic child navigating a dark, dystopian future, an emotionally layered role that critics are already praising. The performance marks a major milestone for the Jamshedpur-born actor-singer and places an Indian talent at the heart of the iconic Alien franchise. From Jamshedpur to the Alien universe Born in July 1994, Gourav grew up in Jamshedpur before moving to Mumbai at 13. He studied at Loyola School, Lilavatibai Podar, and Narsee Monjee College. His early life was rooted in music: nine years of Hindustani classical training, tabla lessons, and fronting indie bands like Steepsky and Oak Island. He performed on MTV Indies and recorded songs, jingles, and ads, building a music-first résumé long before mainstream stardom. Here's how he got his start in front of the camera At Ajivasan (Suresh Wadkar's academy), Padma Wadkar mentored Gourav and gave him multiple stage opportunities across Mumbai. During a 2007 Mumbai festival performance of Vande Mataram, he was noticed by Nazali Karamyoi of Raell Padamsee's company Ace, which led to acting auditions. According to The Times of India, in 2010, he made his screen debut in My Name Is Khan, playing the younger version of Shah Rukh Khan's character, a high-profile first role for a teenager. Music roots with Ilaiyaraaja and Sukhwinder Singh Before acting took center stage, Gourav shared platforms with Ilaiyaraaja and Sukhwinder Singh in 2007-08. He continued to record for films and campaigns, keeping his classical base while exploring contemporary styles. Those stage hours and studio sessions inform the vocal control and emotional precision visible in his screen work today. The White Tiger breakthrough and method grit After training at The Drama School Mumbai (on advice to pursue acting seriously), Gourav worked steadily in Mom, Rukh, Madly, Leila, and Die Trying. His breakout came with The White Tiger (2021). As Balram Halwai, he earned BAFTA and Independent Spirit Award nominations. For realism, he worked at a tea stall during prep. Post-White Tiger, Gourav appeared internationally (including Explorations with Meryl Streep and Kit Harington) and at home in Hostel Daze, Guns & Gulaabs, and Kho Gaye Hum Kahan. With Alien: Earth on Disney+ Hotstar in India and Hulu/FX in the U.S., his portrayal of Slightly positions him as one of the most compelling South Asian actors in the global sci-fi genre.
India Today
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Adarsh Gourav says Tu Yaa Main March video was just an announcement, not a teaser
Actors Adarsh Gourav and Shanaya Kapoor are set to star in 'Tu Yaa Main', an upcoming film directed by Bejoy Nambiar and produced by Anand L Rai. The teaser, released in March, got the fans excited. However, during his recent podcast appearance, Gourav revealed that the film's principal photography is yet to begin, and that it wasn't even a on the Untriggered podcast, Gourav clarified that what audiences saw wasn't a teaser from the actual film, but an announcement video meant to "test the waters." He explained, 'We just shot the announcement video, which wasn't even the teaser of the film. We haven't shot the film. We are going to begin shooting in June this year. You know how sometimes, films release an announcement video just to create buzz or test the waters. It's not that they are uncertain about making the film - at least, I hope not. This isn't getting shelved.'advertisementDespite the lack of footage from the film itself, the announcement generated strong early interest, largely due to its unique premise. Gourav described 'Tu Yaa Main' as a 'creature feature' that starts as a romance but takes a thrilling turn with the arrival of a menacing creature, a man-eating crocodile. He and Shanaya will play social media influencers trying to survive the unexpected horror. Speaking about the filming of the announcement video, Gourav admitted the creative process was still evolving at the time. 'I feel like when we shot it, we had only a preliminary understanding of the character, because we were working off the sides provided to us. I have read the script, but it's changed a lot from what it was six months ago. So you end up projecting your own idea of the character because you haven't yet done the research. This is where good directing and editing save your a**. All the wrong choices I made as an actor that day were edited out,' he film is slated for release on Valentine's Day next year. Meanwhile, both lead actors are staying busy. Shanaya Kapoor is currently filming 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' opposite Vikrant Massey. Directed by Santosh Singh and backed by Zee Studios and Mini Films, the romantic musical is scheduled for release on July Gourav is also preparing for his South Indian debut in a Telugu psychological thriller. The untitled project, directed by Baba Shashank and produced by Jahnavi, daughter of 'RRR' producer DVV Danayya, is expected to hit theatres later this year. Must Watch
The Hindu
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Tu Yaa Mai': Adash Gourav, Shanaya Kapoor film to go on floors in June
Director Bejoy Nambiar's upcoming film Tu Yaa Mai, starring Adarsh Gourav and Shanaya Kapoor, will begin filming in June. The prep work for the psychological thriller has commenced. 'I'm truly thrilled to start working on this film,' Gourav, known for The White Tiger and Superboys of Malegaon, said in a statement. 'The shoot for the film starts in June and the work on it has already begun. It's a completely different genre from what I've done before, and that's what drew me to the project.' Gourav praised Nambiar for his 'distinct cinematic voice', and expressed his excitement for teaming with Shanaya. 'I can't wait for audiences to experience what we're creating,' he said. Shanaya Kapoor is the daughter of actor-producer Sanjay Kapoor and niece of Anil Kapoor. Earlier this year, she finished filming forAankhon ki Gustaakhiyan, co-starring Vikrant Massey. Adash Gourav won plaudits for his performance in Reema Kagti's filmmaking comedy Superboys of Malegaon. The actor is set to appear in the FX television series Alien: Earth, playing the character Slightly.
India Today
29-04-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Threat note found outside Army jawan's house in Bengal: 'If you save Hindus...'
A threatening poster was found outside the West Bengal residence of an Indian Army para commando currently deployed in Jammu and Kashmir with a handwritten note bearing messages such as "Gourav er mundu chai" (Want Gourav's head) and "Pakistan Zindabad".The note, discovered on Saturday night ouside the home of Army jawan Gourav Mukherjee in Dhaniakhali village of Hooghly district, was scribbled in Bengali with several spelling errors and also carried threats against his family, warning of consequences for "saving Hindus" and threatening to "turn Bengal into Bangladesh".advertisement"Pakistan Zindabad. We want Gourav's head. We will finish your family if you save Hindus. We will turn Bengal into Bangladesh," the threat note read. Mukherjee is posted to the Indian Army's elite Special Forces in Kashmir. His family, residing in Dhaniakhali, discovered the poster outside their house and immediately lodged a complaint with the local West Bengal Police have registered an FIR and launched an investigation into the sources told India Today TV that CCTV footage from the area showed four unknown men on two scooters near the house around the time the poster was allegedly put officials from Hooghly Rural Police have since visited the site, and security around the residence has been tightened. Surveillance cameras have been installed and a police picket posted outside the home, with round-the-clock patrolling now in place."We are treating this matter with the utmost seriousness. All possibilities are being looked into, and so far, there is no indication of the involvement of any organised group. It appears to be the handiwork of local miscreants, but we are not ruling anything out," a senior police official threat came amid growing tensions between India and Pakistan following the Jammu and Kashmir terror attack, perpetrated by The Resistance Front, an offshoot of a Pakistan-based terror group the attack, India initiated a series of countermeasures against Pakistan, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, closing the integrated check-post at the Attari-Wagah border and suspending all visas issued to Pakistanis.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Gourav Sarwan
Gourav Sarwan, a popping sensation from Jaipur, started his dance journey at eight, and quickly immersed himself in dance battles. His passion for the art form led him to national recognition as a finalist on Super Dancer Season 3 in 2019, and as the first runner-up on India's Best Dancer Season 2 in 2022. Known for his robotic moves, Gourav has often expressed his admiration for Michael Jackson's dancing techniques, and how it inspired him to develop his own dance skills. Beyond television and his collaborations with renowned brands for campaigns, he actively engages in teaching aspiring dancers through online training sessions, and workshops.
