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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.
Express Tribune
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Real life journey behind 'Superboys of Malegaon'
At a time when indie filmmaking is being celebrated on global stages - Sean Baker's Anora triumphing at the Oscars, and his Film Independent Spirit Awards speech echoing the struggles of small-budget cinema — the arrival of Superboys of Malegaon feels timely. On the BBC's Asian Network Bollywood, Haroon Rashid sat down with the film's cast — Adarsh Gourav, Vineet Kumar Singh, and Shashank Arora - to discuss their roles as filmmaker friends chasing impossible dreams. The conversation explored the film's real-life inspiration, the magic of grassroots cinema, and personal anecdotes that had both Rashid and the actors in fits of laughter. Gourav, known for his role in The White Tiger, steps into the shoes of Nasir Shaikh — one of Malegaon's most relentless dreamers, a filmmaker who, armed with passion and borrowed equipment, crafted makeshift blockbusters such as Khulay Asmaan Kay Neechay (2008), Yeh Hai Malegaon Ka Superman (2009) and Laal Paree (1991), that became the heartbeat of his small town. Reflecting on his involvement in the project, Gourav spoke with deep admiration for the Malegaon film community, saying, "(I am) in awe of this world not very far away from Mumbai, where people, who are revolutionaries in their own right, were, and are making films for the people, by the people. Thus capturing the town, and its culture, and its language." He added, "It's genuinely been such a great opportunity for me to be able to portray the character of Nasir Shaikh." Endless passion of youth Musing over the reckless abandon and ambition marked by the young protagonists in the film, Rashid asked the actors what one thing they'd done simply out of the naivety of their youth. In response, Gourav shared his perspective on creativity and reality: "You have to have a certain sense of delusion and not be rooted in complete reality to be an artist." In doing so, Gourav also harkened back the passion and determination driving the filmmakers of Malegaon, who, despite limited resources, pursued their cinematic dreams, and whose passion drove the actor to play Nasir in the film. Responding to the same question, Singh, who plays the real-life editor and right-hand man of Malegaon's indie film movement, Farogh Jaffery, in the film, quipped, "Haroon, I studied medicine!" Before turning to acting, the Chhaava star pursued a medical degree. Reflecting on his unconventional journey, he spoke about the many directions young people place their confidence in and how his diverse experiences ultimately shaped his artistic pursuits. In a lighthearted moment, the host recalled how his father once banned him from watching Raja Hindustani due to its steamy Aamir Khan – Karisma Kapoor moment. This sparked a discussion on childhood movie restrictions, leading to a hilarious anecdote about Titanic. One of the actors shared how, when the film first released, its infamous sex scene was already well-known. Forced to watch it with extended family, alongside his older brother — who was painfully aware of what was coming - they endured an excruciating moment of silence. In many ways, Superboys of Malegaon is as much about the magic of filmmaking as it is about the resilience of dreamers. This spirit of ingenuity and passion is what drew director Reema Kagti to the project. In a conversation with Urban Asia, Kagti talked about how she was inspired by Nasir's journey into low-budget amateur filmmaking, noting that despite having very little to work with, he eventually created a thriving video film industry in Malegaon. She aimed to dramatise his story to inspire audiences to pursue their dreams, stating, "The film conveys a strong message to follow your dreams and not be daunted by adversity or a lack of resources." Superboys of Malegaon is a heartwarming Indian comedy directed by Kagti and written by Varun Grover. The film features a talented ensemble cast, including Gourav, Singh, Arora, and Anuj Singh Duhan in lead roles. Produced by Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar, and Kagti under the banners of Excel Entertainment and Tiger Baby, the film is inspired by real events in Malegaon, Maharashtra. It follows Nasir, a wedding videographer who, along with his friends, creates low-budget parodies of Bollywood classics, bringing hope and creativity to their community. The film premiered in Indian cinemas on February 28, and is available for streaming on Prime Video.
