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India Today
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
How female actors are demolishing their damsel in distress stereotype in cinema
Priyanka Chopra, in her latest film 'Heads of State', is redefining action scenes and proving that female characters no longer need a man to save them from distress. Women in Indian cinema are no longer sidekicks in their own stories. They're front and centre, and unapologetically powerful!Remember when female characters were included in films just to add glamour? Well, that script is outdated. Today's audiences demand substance, and female actors are rising to the occasion with roles that challenge norms, question systems, and even lead 'Heads of State', Priyanka plays MI6 agent Noel Bisset, a no-nonsense operative tasked with protecting high-profile politicians. She's not your typical secret agent; she's a powerhouse who takes down goons with ease and performs jaw-dropping stunts that leave you stunned. And it's not just about brute force, the way she handles her guns, with ease, is sure to make you fall in love with her character. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra) The climax scene features Priyanka Chopra in some of the most intense and brutal fight sequences, and the way she executes them only proves her versatility. While there isn't much scope for nuanced performance in a film as light as this, she still holds her own against the two leading project where she showed her acting prowess was the Russo Brothers' 'Citadel'. A Prime Video series, it featured her taking down corrupt agencies and making espionage look both brutal and 'Citadel', she isn't just a spy, she's the spy. Jumping off buildings, executing flawless combat choreography, and outsmarting shady operatives, she's the boss lady who doesn't need backup. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra)While we were still reeling from Priyanka Chopra's action sequences, another actor who took us right into that zone is Samantha Ruth Prabhu. Her action stunts alongside Varun Dhawan in 'Honey Bunny' were a total surprise package. Far from playing a victim or a love interest, she is the chaos. Packed with sass, action, and razor-sharp dialogue, the actor brought to life a fierce, unbothered assassin who'd rather break bones than transformation marked an exciting pivot in her career, away from the girl-next-door vibe to a full-on femme fatale. She even gave a glimpse of that edge in 'Family Man 2' where she played a deadly terrorist. View this post on Instagram A post shared by prime video IN (@primevideoin)While we praise these leading ladies for changing the dynamics in acting, we cannot miss Alia Bhatt. Someone who is celebrated for her powerhouse performances in emotionally intense films was a complete surprise package in her Hollywood debut 'Heart of Stone' alongside Gal Gadot. The new playground for the actor was filled with explosions, espionage, and elbow Keya Dhawan, a tech prodigy with dangerous secrets, Bhatt's character is sharp, strategic, and emotionally layered. But what took audiences by surprise was her physical transformation. From hand-to-hand combat to slick tactical manoeuvres, Alia trained rigorously for the role, and it showed in every action of the key highlights of her character was when she is seen engaging in a brutal fight inside a high-security lab, blocking hits, landing precise kicks, and using her environment to her advantage. There's no damsel in distress here, just a woman outsmarting and outpunching the best in the someone who hadn't done full-blown action before, Alia was a complete surprise as she jumped in we are talking about female actors completely changing the action curveball in cinema, Katrina Kaif's name shouldn't be missed. From 'Ek Tha Tiger' to 'Tiger Zinda Hai', the actor as an ISI agent, Zoya, is a walking, talking, spine-cracking rebel to anyone who thinks women can't lead action. Credit: YRF advertisementAlthough we would look out for Salman Khan and his unmissable swag in the film, Kaif made sure that her presence is felt in every scene. Someone who can kill, heal, and dance, all before the next explosion. She's not just Khan's partner, she's his equal and, often, his female stars aren't waiting for a knight in shining armour, they're suiting up on their own. These women are challenging long-standing gender tropes with every punch, chase, and witty what's the best part? Audiences love it. In an industry still catching up with the idea of women leading action franchises, we can just wait to see what refreshing element they will be bringing to the films.- EndsTrending Reel
NDTV
02-07-2025
- Health
- NDTV
Samantha Ruth Prabhu Was In A Toxic Relationship With Her Phone. A 'Drug Detox' Helped Her Break Up
Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu was diagnosed with an autoimmune condition called myositis in 2022. In the latest episode of her health podcast Take 20, the Honey Bunny star said she made several changes to her life and was happy with the new routine except for one aspect. Her relationship with her phone. What's Happening On Tuesday's episode of the health podcast Take 20 with health coach Ryan Fernando, actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu revealed she understood a key connection between her phone and her ego after she went on a three-day silence retreat. "I had made so many changes in my life and I was pretty happy with the routine I had created for myself. The one thing that I couldn't control was this... "Going to the phone, this relationship with my phone which I was starting to question again and this false sense of importance that 'It's my work and it has to be done'. So I went on a silence retreat for three days without phone, with no communication, no eye contact, no reading, no writing, no stimulation of any kind. Your brain just comes down," she said in the clip shared on her Instagram page. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Samantha (@samantharuthprabhuoffl) When Ryan Fernando asked her whether it was like a "drug detox", Samantha Ruth Prabhu said, "Yes, it was". Staying away from all types of connection and stimulation was a "humbling experience", she added. "You realise that so much of my ego is connected to my phone. Who I am, how important I am, what I have achieved, and when it isn't there, you are just another living thing, like a worm, a bird. Nothing at all. Just going to live, you're going to be born, live and die, as simple as that. "And the phone creates so much of an artificial existence for you. So, it was quite an eye-opening experience for me and I would definitely repeat it. But I completely understand this fixation with your phone, how much it obstructs your health and optimisation," Samantha Ruth Prabhu said. Samantha Ruth Prabhu's Health Background The actor revealed her myositis diagnosis in 2022. Following this development, she took a break from films. Myositis is the name for a group of rare conditions that can cause muscles to become weak, tired and painful. It is usually caused by a problem with the immune system, where it mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. Samantha Ruth Prabhu returned to work with the Prime Video series Honey Bunny. In A Nutshell Samantha Ruth Prabhu says she understood that she had a false sense of importance, thanks to her relationship with her phone. The realisation came after the actor went on a silence retreat for three days where no phones or communication was allowed.
News18
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Samantha Ruth Prabhu's Rumoured BF Raj Nidimoru's Ex-Wife Drops Cryptic Note: 'Time Exposes…'
Amid Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru dating rumours, his ex-wife Shhyamali De shares cryptic note. Rumours of a budding romance between actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu and filmmaker Raj Nidimoru of Raj & DK continue to dominate headlines, even as neither party has officially confirmed the relationship. Their recent photos together and frequent public appearances have only deepened public curiosity. Amid this chatter, Raj's ex-wife, Shhyamali De, has caught attention with a series of cryptic social media posts on Instagram. While she hasn't named anyone directly, the timing of her messages has fans and followers wondering if they're linked to the ongoing buzz. In her latest Instagram story, Shhyamali shared a pointed quote. 'Time exposes, Karma corrects, The Universe Humbles." Just days earlier, she had posted another message that read, 'Create good karma. Help people and treat people fairly." Though subtle, the quotes have been interpreted by many as a possible reaction to the reports of Samantha and Raj spending more time together. The speculation intensified after Samantha shared photos from a recent trip, one of which showed her resting her head on Raj's shoulder during a flight. They also share a professional history. Samantha starred in Honey Bunny, the Indian spin-off of Citadel, which was directed by Raj and also featured Varun Dhawan. Is Raj Nidimoru Dating Samantha Ruth Prabhu? While there is no confirmation on whether Raj is now dating Samantha, the actress' recent Instagram post has caused a frenzy online. In one image, Samantha is seen posing alongside Raj Nidimoru and the rest of the Subham team in front of the film's banner. But it was the second photo, a cosy in-flight selfie with Samantha resting her head on Raj's shoulder, that really got fans talking. While neither of them has confirmed the nature of their relationship, the affectionate snap has led many to wonder if Samantha is subtly making things official. Who is Raj Nidimoru's ex-wife? According to reports, Raj and Shhyamali tied the knot in 2015 but separated in 2022. Shhyamali De is a psychology graduate and has worked as an assistant director with Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Vishal Bhardwaj. She is also a scriptwriter and has worked as a creative consultant for films like Rang De Basanti, Omkara, and Ek Nodir Golpo. In an old interview, Raj revealed that his wife has often helped him with casting in his projects. Notedly, Samantha Ruth Prabhu has frequently worked with Raj and DK. Samantha Ruth Prabu was earlier married to actor Naga Chaitanya. After their divorce, he went on to tie the knot with actress Sobhita Dhulipala. First Published:
Daily Mail
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Hidden gem thriller hailed as 'one of best crime dramas EVER' - with viewers 'binge-watching' every single episode
A hidden gem thriller has been hailed as 'one of the best crime dramas ever' and some viewers have 'binge-watched' every episode. Eight-episode French drama series, The Disappearance, premiered back in 2016 and is available to stream on Prime Video. Directed by Charlotte Brändström, it stars Camille Razat, François-Xavier Demaison and Pierre-François Martin-Laval. The Disappearance is set in Lyon and follows the story of a missing 17-year-old called Leah Morel. As her family and police officers work to locate the teen, they discover secrets that were never known about her. The series has received rave reviews from fans and some took to Google to leave their verdicts. One penned: 'One of the best crime dramas on TV. Just have to read subtitles but well worth it.' 'Absolutely brilliant. Will keep you guessing till the end. Superb acting by each of this tremendous cast.' 'Excellent. Binge watching is a strain on your nerves! Don't think you know what really happened before you get to the very end of the last episode. The Scandinavians can do superb, gritty crime drama. So can the French.' 'Well written and acted!! Hats off to the whole team!!' 'Excellent acting. Really intriguing storyline. Plenty of twists.' The show has a respectable 7.3/10 rating on IMDb where someone wrote: 'Had me hooked from start to finish! Great cast. Just wish my French was better!' While another viewer said: 'The show looked promising, and the first episode had me hooked, thinking it was going to be really interesting. It wasn't. It disappointed me. 'The story was weak, they worked too hard to point us in the wrong direction, but to me it was pretty obvious who did it from very early on. They should have hid it better. Shame really, cause the cast was good.' The series has received raving reviews from fans and some took to Google to leave their verdicts It comes as a blockbuster spy series with 'one of the biggest TV budgets ever' has been dealt a brutal blow as a spin-off series is cancelled by Amazon Prime Video. Citadel, first released on Amazon Prime Video in 2023, is a spy action series starring Richard Madden, Priyanka Chopra, Stanley Tucci and Leo Woodall. Originally, the show was going to see two spin-offs called Honey Bunny, set in India, and Diana, based in Italy, open up the storyline. Both have seen just one season each so far, released last year. However, it has now been reported that they will instead be weaved into the second season of Citadel.
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Laverne Cox's Clean Slate Cancelled at Prime Video: ‘We Mourn Our Baby'
It's one and done for Prime Video's Clean Slate, starring Laverne Cox and George Wallace. The Norman Lear-produced comedy has been cancelled. Co-created by Cox, Wallace and Dan Ewen, the eight-episode series centered around Desiree (Cox), a transgender woman who returned to her Alabama hometown and reunites with her father (Wallace) for the first time since she transitioned. More from TVLine Citadel: Diana and Honey Bunny Spinoffs Cancelled, Stories Will Continue in Citadel Season 2 Exclusive Leverage: Redemption Sneak Peek: Hardison Has a Secret in Superfun, Season-Opening 1-Shot Mythic Quest Cancelled at Apple TV+ After 4 Seasons - But the Series Finale Will Be Updated With a New Ending 'We're not gonna sit here and pretend we're the first show to get canceled,' reads an except from an article penned by Cox, Wallace and Ewen for our sister site Deadline. 'Hell, four shows were zapped while you read this. We humbly thank those at Sony and Amazon who worked on and on the behalf of Clean Slate. It is a privilege and a joy to make a living in the creative sphere, let alone while telling a story of import. You helped make it all possible.' They continue: 'Of course, we mourn our baby. We mourn for the jobs that disappear with this news. We mourn the continued demise of non-IP creations (for the record, we would've gladly thrown some dragons into Harry's car wash, or made Desiree a secret agent). We mourn full seasons. We mourn Norman, and his bravery, and his not infrequent cursing. We mourn sister projects that face a similar fate. We mourn the characters being scrubbed from storytelling out of fear.' All eight episodes of Clean Slate dropped on Feb. 6. Are you disappointed that it won't be getting a second season? Drop a comment with your thoughts below. An A-to-Z List of 300+ Scripted Series View List Best of TVLine Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More 'Missing' Shows, Found! The Latest on Severance, Holey Moley, Poker Face, YOU, Primo, Transplant and 25+ Others
