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Time of India
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"Any angle, he just looked like a star": Director Duo Vinay Sapru and Radhika Rao share how they discovered Shahid Kapoor, a rising star
Director duo Vinay Sapru and Radhika Rao , known for their work in music videos and films like 'Sanam Teri Kasam,' recently shared anecdotes from their extensive career on the 'Hindi Rush Podcast.' One memorable story involved their discovery of a young Shahid Kapoor during the casting process for the song 'Aankhon Mein Tera Chehra.' Vinay Sapru recounted their initial search for a "sweet, little boy," which led them to renowned choreographer Shiamak Davar. Davar pointed them towards Shahid, who was then a student in his dance class. Vinay remembered going to the class and spotting Shahid dancing in the background. Radhika Rao, who joined the casting process later, recalled Vinay's enthusiastic description of Shahid as a "cute, urban Archie" and his connection to actors Pankaj Kapur and Neelima Azeem. Radhika Rao's First Impression of a Budding Superstar Radhika vividly remembered her first impression of the young Shahid, describing him as 'incredibly cute and an exceptional dancer.' She spoke about the abundance of impressive footage they received during the shoot, noting that typically, directors struggle to find the perfect take during editing. However, Shahid stood out as an actor whose every take was remarkable, often leaving them in a dilemma about which one to choose. Radhika recalled sensing a natural spark in him, recognizing his potential to become a future sensation. She added that even at the editing stage, they realized he possessed a superstar quality, despite him being unaware of his own potential at the time. Vinay added a specific moment during the editing process where Radhika, upon seeing Shahid in a shot where he wakes up to an alarm, confidently declared him a future superstar based on his expression. The Camera Loves Shahid Kapoor and Salman Khan by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Want Lower Bills Without Changing a Thing? elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo Radhika elaborated on what makes an actor truly camera-friendly, explaining that some actors possess a natural photogenic quality where they look good from any angle. She used Salman Khan as an example, stating that he always looks amazing on camera due to his perfect proportions, due to which there's often no need to manipulate angles. Radhika noted that Shahid possessed similar qualities, making him shine like a star from any angle. Reflecting on their early work with him, the director duo now believes that Shahid was destined for great success; even in his debut appearance, he was phenomenal. 'Now, in hindsight, we feel he was meant for greater things. Even in his first appearance, he was phenomenal,' Vinay said. Debunking Claims of Salman Khan's Carelessness on Set Radhika also shared her experiences working with Salman Khan, emphasizing the need for directors to be sharp and well-prepared when directing him, as he is exceptionally intelligent and has had a deep understanding of storytelling from a young age. She vehemently refuted any claims of Salman being careless on set, stating it as "the biggest lie on earth." According to Radhika, Salman spends his entire day observing everything around him, particularly focusing on films, stories, music, and people, often catching details that others might miss. They emphasized that to offer an opinion or suggestion to Salman, one must be prepared with logic and confidence, as he has already thought several steps ahead, and working with him in fear is not an option. Vinay Sapru and Radhika Rao directed Salman Khan in the film ' Lucky: No Time for Love .' 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 .
Indian Express
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Today, Shah Rukh Khan probably wouldn't greet me like he used to': Abhijeet Sawant reflects on declining fame, recalls hobnobbing with stars during prime
Abhijeet Sawant, who once captured the hearts of millions with his melodious voice as the winner of the first season of Indian Idol, went on to sing for several Bollywood films. However, over time, his prominence in the industry began to fade. In a recent conversation on the Hindi Rush Podcast, Abhijeet opened up about the highs of his career, the moment he met superstar Shah Rukh Khan, and the eventual decline of his stardom. 'Uss time par aisa hogaya tha ki bade bade stars aakar mil rahe thay… ki aare yaar Abhijeet, big fan. Ek baar Shah Rukh Khan sahab aakar mile. He was being very kind, ek baar show par bulaya mujhe perform karne ke liye… khud announce kiya mera naam, and said maine ghar par bohot dekhe iske gaane (At that time, it had reached a point where big stars would come up to meet me, saying, 'Hey Abhijeet… big fan.' Once, Shah Rukh Khan himself came up to me, he was very kind. He invited me to perform on a show… personally announced my name… and said he had watched many of my songs at home).' Also Read | Indian Idol 1 winner Abhijeet Sawant says live performances are his biggest source of income: 'I spend most of my time on stage…it is my business' But Abhijeet also candidly spoke about how fame is fleeting and how difficult it became to maintain his position as the industry evolved. 'Woh consistency nahi ho paa rahi… woh gaane nahi mil rahe hai… ya kuch aisi cheezain nahi ho rahi ki main hamesha uss level par chalta rahoon… agar aaj main milunga Khan sahab se toh shayad woh sirf hello karke chale jayenge (That consistency isn't there anymore… I'm not getting those songs… or things just aren't happening the way they used to, for me to remain at that same level… If I were to meet Khan sahab today, maybe he'd just say hello and walk away.) Abhijeet further reflected on how many people rely on their initial impression or moment of fame to carry them through, but emphasised that this is not sustainable. He noted that one must consistently put in the work, not only to reach a position of success but also to maintain it over time, with hard work and perseverance.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sanam Teri Kasam directors Vinay Sapru and Radhika Rao reveal how they discovered Shahid Kapoor for Aankhon Mein Tera Chehra: ‘Like Salman Khan, he looked like a star'
While filmmakers Vinay Sapru and Radhika Rao are widely known for their romantic drama Sanam Teri Kasam , their legacy in Indian music videos stretches far deeper. The duo has been at the forefront of India's visual music culture since the 1990s, working with top stars and creating iconic moments on screen. In a recent appearance on the Hindi Rush Podcast, the directors opened up about their journey and the many stories that shaped it, one of the most memorable being the discovery of a young Shahid Kapoor for the song Aankhon Mein Tera Chehra . The casting that changed Shahid Kapoor's life Vinay Sapru recalled how the search for a fresh face led them to choreographer Shiamak Davar's dance class. 'Shiamak told us, 'This cute boy you're looking for, he's in my class. You must come and look.' So I went to the class, and there was Shahid, dancing in the background,' he said. Radhika Rao, who wasn't initially part of the casting process, remembered how Vinay had described Shahid. 'Vinay came to the office and said, 'We've found a cute, urban Archie. You have to come and see this boy.' Then he told me, 'He's Pankaj ji's son, Neelima ji's son.'' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Glicemia alta? Misture 1 gota disso no copo e teste Saúde Melhor Idade Veja agora Undo Radhika was blown away the moment she saw Shahid. 'My God, Shahid was so cute to look at, and an outstanding dancer,' she recalled. As directors, they usually struggle in the edit room to find that one perfect shot, but with Shahid, every take was a gem. 'We were confused which take to keep because har take kamaal ka tha (every take was fantastic).' Vinay pointed out one specific moment that convinced them Shahid was destined for greatness. 'There's a shot in the song where the alarm rings and he gets up… Radhika saw that and said, 'This boy is a superstar. Look at that expression. He's going to be unstoppable.'' Some faces are just meant for the camera Radhika explained what makes an actor click on screen. 'Some actors have a face that the camera just loves — place the camera anywhere and they still look great.' She compared Shahid to Salman Khan , whom she called a perfect example of camera-friendly proportions. 'Salman sir, like Bhai, you don't have to cheat angles with him. With Shahid, it was the same. Any angle, any frame — he looked like a star.' Farzi 2 Begins, Shahid Charges Big On working with Salman Khan Speaking of Salman Khan, with whom they've collaborated many times, Radhika shared that directing him is a challenge in the best way. 'You have to be on your toes. Salman sir is very smart — smarter than people realise.' She emphasized how Salman is a keen observer, constantly absorbing stories, characters, and nuances around him. 'Woh apna poora din sirf observation mein spend karte hain… hum log phir bhi chook jaate hain, woh nahi chookte.' (He spends his entire day observing… even if we miss something, he doesn't.) She added, 'If anyone tells you Salman sir is careless, it's the biggest lie on the surface of the earth. He's constantly thinking about films, stories, songs, and people.' 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 .
