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Time of India
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Gulshan Grover reveals how he reconnected with his son Sanjay after divorce from his wife, recalls how being a Punjabi father he got angry with him during a meeting with THIS Hollywood studio
Veteran Bollywood actor , often hailed as the industry's iconic 'bad man', recently spoke about his son Sanjay Grover and how he once had a high profile meeting with a Hollywood studio. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Gulshan being a Punjabi father got so frustrated as Sanjay almost opposed to everything during that meeting. Sanjay is now gearing up for the release of his next production, 'Heer Express' directed by 'OMG: Oh My God' director . As Gulshan recently appeared on Archana Puran Singh's Youtube channel, he spoke about how he reconnected with his son Sanjay after divorce from his wife. The film marks a significant moment for the Grovers — it's produced by Sanjay, who brings with him years of international experience as a development executive in Hollywood. Reflecting on this father-son reunion through cinema, Gulshan shared, 'Working on the project gave us an opportunity to reconnect,' revealing that Sanjay had spent much of his life apart from him due to his parents' separation. 'Sanjay grew up away from me, as he'd divorced his mother,' he added with candor. Now in a more reflective phase of his life, Gulshan said his focus has shifted from personal ambitions to seeing his son flourish. When Archana's husband, actor Parmeet Sethi, asked how he would like to be remembered, Gulshan responded emotionally, 'I want to see big success, big achievements, but for my son, Sanjay Grover.' Recalling a pivotal moment in Sanjay's Hollywood journey, Gulshan narrated an incident that left a lasting impression. While Sanjay was still studying at UCLA, Gulshan had a meeting at MGM Studios with former co-CEO Mary Parent. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Sanjay insisted on tagging along, excited to see the Oscars displayed in the studio's lobby. But what happened inside the boardroom surprised everyone — especially Gulshan. 'Sanjay kept contradicting everything she said. Like any Punjabi dad, I felt like taking him out and thrashing him. But, to my surprise, after the meeting, Mary handed him her details and said that a job would be waiting for him once he graduates. I was so proud. I felt like a village idiot,' he laughed. So why did Sanjay walk away from a promising career in Hollywood? According to Gulshan, the answer is simple — family. 'I am divorced from his mother, and she lives separately. Any parent would feel like enough is enough, my son has lived outside for so many years, we should live together now,' he explained. They worked out an arrangement where Sanjay lives on the top floor of Gulshan's duplex while the actor stays on the lower level. 'He was free to enter my space, but I didn't have permission to enter his space,' Gulshan chuckled. He also admitted that convincing Sanjay to return to India wasn't easy — and required a bit of heartfelt manipulation. 'I had to emotionally blackmail him,' Gulshan said, referring to how he coaxed his son to give acting a shot. Sanjay, who previously worked at MGM, recently co-produced Dear Jassi, directed by Tarsem Singh. Now, with 'Heer Express' helmed by Umesh Shukla — known for 'OMG – Oh My God' and '102 Not Out' — the father-son duo hopes to leave an indelible mark together.
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Gulshan Grover sheds ‘Bad Man' image in Heer Express: 'There's nothing villainous about this role'
is all set to boot in a fresh look in upcoming film, 'Heer Express'. Helmed by and scheduled to release on August 8, 2025, the film will have Grover in the role of a happy-go-lucky and emotionally stable dhaba owner -- a character that is poles apart from the dark roles that he has been known for. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Gulshan Grover says the role was a personal and creative challenge As reported by Moneycontrol, Grover shared that the opportunity came through his son Sanjay Grover, who serves as both producer and story writer of 'Heer Express,' and director Umesh Shukla, a close friend whose work he deeply admires. He explained that the role was pitched to him as a positive character that evokes laughter and tears, with no trace of villainy. Grover said he accepted the challenge for emotional reasons and found the experience both delightful and creatively fulfilling. According to Filmibeat, Grover described the role as a refreshing shift and said he was 'very happy and delighted' to play a character that brings joy to the world of 'Heer Express.' He added that working with his son and trusted collaborators made the experience even more meaningful. Heer Express promises a clean, feel-good cinematic experience As noted by Free Press Journal, the film follows Heer's journey to fulfill her mother's dream while navigating legacy and personal aspirations. Set in beautiful British sites, the tale combines family values, emotion, and comedy. It stars Divita Juneja and Pritt Kamani alongside experienced actors Ashutosh Rana, Sanjay Mishra, Meghna Malik, and Grover himself. With Grover, Rana, and Mishra trading funny comments and observations on growing on-screen characters, the trailer launch event underlined the saafsuthri, parivarik tone of the movie. Grover said that long-term success in the business depends on learning to adjust to shifting conditions. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Production team and creative vision 'Heer Express' is presented by Tulip Entertainment in association with Merry Go Round Studios and Creative Strokes Group. It is produced by Umesh Shukla, Ashish Wagh, Mohit Chhabra, and Sanjay Grover, and co-produced by Sampada Wagh. The film is helmed by Umesh Shukla, known for '102 Not Out' and 'Oh My God,' and is positioned as one of the year's most anticipated family releases.
India Today
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Heer Express trailer: Ashutosh Rana mentors a young chef in wholesome entertainer
The trailer of debutant actor Divita Juneja's upcoming family-drama 'Heer Express' was released on Tuesday. The film narrates the journey of an aspiring young chef who moves to United Kingdom (UK), to fulfil her trailer promises a fun ride with a blend of emotions and melodrama, indicating a wholesome family entertainer. It shows Juneja in the titular role, introduced while riding a horse. She plays a chef named Heer from Punjab, known for her cooking travels to the UK under the mentorship of Ashutosh Rana, while attempting to take Indian cuisine abroad. Earlier, the teaser of the movie had shown glimpses of Heer's emotional journey as she sets out to fulfil her mother's dream overseas. The trailer takes forward the narrative by revealing the obstacles faced by the protagonist. The film also features Pritt Kamani, Ashutosh Rana, Gulshan Grover, Sanjay Mishra, and Meghna Malik in pivotal characters. 'Heer Express' is shot across different scenic locations in the trailer here: The makers launched the trailer at a grand event. The entire star cast marked their attendance while sharing their journey from the shoot of 'Heer Express'. The family-drama is directed by Umesh Shukla. He is known for helming films such as 'Dhoondte Reh Jaaoge' (2009), 'OMG – Oh My God!' (2012), 'All Is Well' (2015), '102 Not Out' (2018) and 'Aankh Micholi' (2023).Shukla's 'OMG-Oh My God!' won the award for Best Adapted Screenplay at the 60th National Film Awards. The film was also awarded the Best Hindi film award by Institute for Research and Documentation in Social Sciences (IRDS) at the second IRDS Hindi Film Awards for social Entertainment in association with Merry Go Round Studios and Creative Strokes Group, present 'Heer Express'. The film is co-produced by Umesh Shukla, Ashish Wagh, Mohit Chhabra, Sanjay Grover and Sampada Wagh.'Heer Express' is scheduled to release in theatres on August 8, 2025.- Ends
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Divita Juneja to share screen space with Ashutosh Rana and Sanjay Mishra in 'Heer Express'
Actress Divita Juneja has joined veteran actors , and in the upcoming film 'Heer Express.' On Monday, Juneja took to Instagram to share the first glimpse of her forthcoming family drama and wrote, "Pan in one hand, power in the other - Heer is on the way to meet you tomorrow! Lijiye Chatpate Emotions Ka Swaad, Parivar Ke Saath! #heerexpress releasing in cinemas on 8th August. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now " In the motion poster, Divita Juneja is seen confidently riding the Heer Express, with Ashutosh Rana, Sanjay Mishra, Gulshan Grover, and Prit Kamani, offering a quirky and energetic glimpse into the film's vibrant ensemble. In the film, Divita Juneja takes on the role of the spirited Heer, embarking on a journey that promises to be anything but ordinary. 'Heer Express' is a joint production by Tulip Entertainment and Divisa Entertainment in collaboration with Merry Go Round Studios and Creative Strokes Group. Helmed by director , the film is produced by Umesh Shukla, Wagh, Mohit Chhabra, and Sanjay Grover, with Sampada Wagh serving as co-producer. The film is all set to hit theatres on 8th August 2025. Divita Juneja is a rising star in the industry, having appeared in several music videos, including the popular track 'Akhiyan.' On the other hand, Ashutosh Rana, Sanjay Mishra, and Gulshan Grover are stalwarts of , each with decades of experience and an impressive body of work. Known for their versatility and impactful screen presence, the trio has appeared in dozens of acclaimed films across genres-ranging from intense dramas and comedies to action-packed thrillers-earning both critical praise and audience love over the years. Ashutosh is currently seen essaying the role of Chand Bardai in the historical drama 'Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan.'
