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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
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- Hindustan Times
Shilpa Shirodkar recalls being labelled ‘panauti' after her first 2 films were shelved: ‘Whenever I signed a big film…'
Not every actor finds an easy path into the film industry, and Shilpa Shirodkar's early years in Bollywood were marked by setbacks and harsh labels. In an interview with Zoom, the actor, best known for her roles in Kishen Kanhaiya and Hum, spoke candidly about being labelled jinxed after two of her initial projects fell through before they could go on floors. (Also Read: Shilpa Shirodkar reveals looking for work before Bigg Boss 18: But people were not ready to even meet me) Shilpa recalled what was meant to be a dream launch in 1986 with filmmaker Sawan Kumar Tak's Sautan Ki Beti, which never saw the light. 'On the 9th of August, I did my Mahurat at Filmalaya Studios. It was one of the biggest launch pads. Sawan ji was making Sautan Ki Beti, and I was playing the title role. It couldn't have been bigger than that. But two years later, nothing had happened. Sawan ji said, 'I'm not making the film. If you get something from outside, take it,' she shared. Following that, her mother reached out to photographer Gautam Rajadhyaksha, who connected her with Boney Kapoor and Surinder Kapoor for a film. She said that Boney's father liked her and promised to cast her opposite Sanjay Kapoor in a film called Jungle. But they dropped that idea and decided to make Prem instead, and she didn't fit the role. That film also slipped out of her hands. Shilpa added that industry insiders began gossiping about her string of missed opportunities, following which a well-wisher approached Mithun Chakraborty. 'He said, 'Dada, this girl's two films have been shelved and now the industry is calling her all sorts of names—please launch her.' They said I was jinxed, a panauti. Whenever I signed a big film, it got shelved. But if you have strong family support, these things don't matter.' Eventually, Shilpa made her acting debut in Ramesh Sippy's Bhrashtachar in 1989, starring alongside Mithun Chakraborty and Rekha, where she portrayed a blind girl. The film earned her recognition, and she soon appeared in hits like Kishen Kanhaiya (1990), Trinetra (1991), and Hum (1991). Her filmography went on to include notable titles such as Khuda Gawah, Aankhen, Pehchaan, Gopi Kishan, Bewafa Sanam, and Mrityudand.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When ‘Vettaiyan' director compared Amitabh Bachchan & Rajinikanth's work styles – ‘First-bencher vs back-bencher!'
Director TJ Gnanavel humorously compared Amitabh Bachchan's disciplined, 'first bench' approach to Rajinikanth's relaxed, 'last bench' style during Vettaiyan shoots. Bachchan's meticulous preparation contrasts with Rajinikanth's spontaneity, highlighting their unique legacies and the magic they create together on screen after 33 years. It's not every day that Indian cinema's two biggest legends, Amitabh Bachchan and Rajinikanth , share screen space — and when they do, it becomes a moment etched in cinematic history. While Vettaiyan marked a grand reunion of the megastars after 33 years since Hum (1991), an old interview of director TJ Gnanavel is resurfacing, giving fans a peek into their drastically different approaches to acting — and it's as entertaining as it is insightful. In the throwback conversation during Vettaiyan's promotional run, Gnanavel hilariously compared the acting styles of the two icons, calling Amitabh Bachchan the "first bench student" and Rajinikanth the "last bencher." 'Bachchan sir is a first bench student, Rajini sir is a last bench student,' Gnanavel quipped, setting the tone for what would be a delightful insight into their working patterns. He recalled how Big B would arrive on set armed with preparation, often calling the director a day in advance to discuss every nuance of the scene. 'He will make us feel tensed on the first day. He'll call me, make me sit, and go over the scene in detail. He'll ask questions like a student preparing for an exam the next day,' Gnanavel had said, clearly amused and awed by the superstar's dedication. But with Thalaivar, the vibe was completely different. 'If you take the scene paper to Rajini sir on the day of shoot, he'll casually say, 'Let's see it during the shot'.' The director admitted it was both stressful and fascinating to juggle two completely different schools of acting on the same set. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo He even joked about Big B's level of prep being 'difficult to travel with' because of the pressure it puts on the team: 'It's tough to travel with students who study well. He takes the scene paper home, comes fully prepared. You can keep any shot ready the next day, and he'd deliver the dialogue with full command.' Interestingly, Gnanavel once vented to Bachchan's manager, asking why the actor 'tortured' him with constant preparation demands. 'His manager just smiled and said, 'Every day, he'll do this drama. Every director complains.'' The viral snippet not only reminds fans of the discipline and spontaneity that define both megastars, but also of the sheer legacy they bring to the screen — even after decades in the industry. With Vettaiyan, fans were treated to the magic of Bachchan and Rajinikanth once again — two towering figures, united by cinema, divided only by their classroom archetypes. 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 .
India.com
20-05-2025
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- India.com
Meet actress who created a sensation after giving a 2-minute nude scene with Anil Kapoor, daughter of junior artist, the film is…, she is…
If we talk about the unheard stories of Hindi cinema, then the names of actresses are included in it. There were some actresses who became popular for their bold beauty and amazing acting, while on the other hand, there were some selected actresses of B-town who earned stardom in Bollywood based on their boldness. Today we will tell you about that beauty of the 90s, who created a sensation by giving a nude scene of about 2 minutes in front of the hero. Talking about the hot actresses of Hindi cinema in the past, Kimi Katkar's name will be included in it. Yes, Kimi was the actress who crossed all limits of boldness on camera. She shocked everyone in the 80s and 90s. In the 1985 film Adventures of Tarzan, she gave many hot scenes with actor Hemant Birje, due to which she gained fame overnight. But the most famous nude scene of Kimi Katkar's career was about 2 minutes long, which she gave in the film Kala Bazaar. Actors like Anil Kapoor and Jackie Shroff were also present with her in this movie. In this movie, a topless scene of Kimi was shown in front of Anil, which was full of hotness. After this, her name was stamped as the hottest actress in the industry. Kimi Katkar worked with many actors like Anil Kapoor, Govinda, and Amitabh Bachchan in her film career. But her item dance in the song Jumma Chumma from Big B's film Hum created a stir in the cinema world, and after this song, Kimi's fortunes changed. Even today, she is remembered for this song. Kimi Katkar, who was once a popular actress in the film industry, left Bollywood at the peak of her career. In 1992, she married photographer Shantanu Shouri. They have a son named Siddhant Shantanu Shouri. Her son had stomach cancer, for which she went to Australia for treatment. During this time, she lived in Melbourne for about 5 years. However, later she returned to India and is currently living with her family in Goa. It is known that she said goodbye to the film world after her marriage. One more thing, Jimmy Katkar's parents were present in the film world as junior artists, but they never got the status of a star kid.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Ratan Tata borrowed money from Amitabh Bachchan to make a phone call
Amitabh Bachchan fondly recalled Ratan Tata's humility on 'Kaun Banega Crorepati,' sharing anecdotes of their encounters. He narrated how Tata once asked to borrow money for a phone call at Heathrow and another instance where he requested a ride home, showcasing his simplicity. These stories highlight the down-to-earth nature of the revered industrialist. It has been more than six months since the passing away of revered and very much loved industrialist Ratan Tata , but his name and his stories still bring smiles on faces. In a clip going viral on the internet legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan on his show Kaun Banega Crorepati was heard sharing stories from his interaction with the late industrialist. Sitting alongside filmmaker Farah Khan and actor Boman Irani , Mr. Bachchan reflected on Tata's remarkable humility and simplicity. He narrated that years ago, he and Ratan Tata happened to be on the same flight to London. After landing at Heathrow Airport , Tata realised he couldn't locate his aides and needed to make a phone call. Bachchan smiled as he recounted the memory. 'He went into a phone booth, and I was nearby. A little later, he came out, walked up to me — and I still can't believe he said this — 'Amitabh, can I borrow some money from you? I don't have money to make a phone call.'' Mr. Bachchan went on to share another story that beautifully captured the same spirit. A friend of his, who had attended a social event alongside Ratan Tata , was left astonished when the business tycoon turned to him and asked, 'Can you drop me home? I just live behind your house.' The friend, stunned, later told Bachchan how unbelievable it was to hear someone like Ratan Tata casually ask for a ride, saying he didn't have a car with him that evening. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo It has been a while since Amitabh Bachchan has been seen on the big screen, his last release was the guest appearance in Rajinikanth 's Vettaiyan. The film was a moderate success but one got to see him and Rajinikanth together after more than decades, their last film together was Mukul S Anand's Hum.
India.com
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This actor made Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth wait for three days on set, would arrive late everyday due to..., the actor was...
This actor made Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth wait for three days on set, would arrive late everyday due to..., the actor was... In late 80s and 90s, Govinda was considered one of the biggest stars in Bollywood. But as the actor garnered more and more success, stories of his lack of punctuality started making headlines. At one point, Govinda's tardiness crossed way too many boundaries, when he made Amitabh Bachchan and Rajinikanth wait for three days on the sets of Hum . This shocking revelation was made by Vijay Patkar, who was part of Mukul Anand's film. Vijay who was an eyewitness, revealed that the entire crew and cast would arrive on time, but Govinda used to show up late, they were unable to film the desired shot. While speaking to Filmymntra Media, he shared, 'Director Mukul Anand wanted a sunrise shot with the whole family walking by. They couldn't shoot it for three days because Govinda wasn't on set. Rajinikanth, Bachchan saab were all on set. On the fourth day, the director requested him again and he came. All of them waited for him because he just wouldn't come.' Asking how the two superstars- Amitabh Bachchan and Rajinikanth, would react to Govinda's tardy behaviour, Vijay recalled that they used to stay silent, 'They are all professionals so they sat there without any complaints. They came with the philosophy that I have allotted my date and time to the producer,' he shared. Vicky also revealed that he heard Big B used to pick Govinda from his house when the two collaborated for Bade Miyan Chote Miyan. 'I have heard that during Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Bachchan saab would pick Govinda from his bungalow. He would come in his car, honk outside the gate and pick him,' he said. In an interview with Aaj Tak, Govinda recalled being 'scared' of Amitabh Bachchan when they started working in BMCM, 'People were also scaring me that he always comes on time. I said I can't (come on time) because I am tied up in so many movies,' he shared. Govinda then decided to have a word with Bachchan, 'I requested him that I hope this question does not arise that I don't come on time. Big B said, 'You call me and let me know what time are you coming. I don't have a problem and it is not my concern if anyone has a problem with your timings'. After this conversation, I signed that film,' he said.
