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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
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- Hindustan Times
Shekhar Kapur says he was ‘thrown out' of Bobby Deol's Barsaat. Here's why
Bollywood actor Bobby Deol made his grand acting debut as a lead in the 1995 film Barsaat. While the film was initially supposed to be directed by Shekhar Kapur, he left the project and Rajkumar Santoshi took over. Now, in an interview with Filmfare, Shekhar revealed that he didn't walk out but was thrown out of the film. Shekhar Kapur says he never walked out of Bobby Deol-Twinkle Khanna's Barsaat. Shekhar Kapur on being thrown out of Barsaat Talking about Barsaat, Shekhar said, "I never walked out, I have been thrown out of films, I was fired. Barsaat was an idea that was being developed, and I think I wasn't quite understanding Dharam ji's (Dharmendra) ideas. Then Sunny was in London, and he called the next guy who took over, Rajkumar Santoshi." He added, "So I talked to Raj ji and told him that since you have done films before with all of them, can you talk to Dharam ji? And he said, 'Haan main sambhal leta hoon.' (Yes, I'll handle it). And the next day I found out he was directing it. That's it. That's all that happened. People say I walked out of it, but let me be honest, I didn't walk out of it. Mind you, I immediately went and made Bandit Queen." In 2023, while speaking at the Jagran Film Festival, Bobby said, 'I started shooting for the film very early and Shekhar Kapur was the director. We shot for the film for 27 days. He then got an offer from Hollywood to make Bandit Queen. Shekhar said, 'I will do Bandit Queen and come back to do Barsaat.' But my father told him that he didn't want to delay it. He told Shekhar, 'You go do your film, I will find somebody else.' And I think Rajkumar Santoshi was waiting to direct my film. I got lucky with him.' About Barsaat Barsaat (1995) marked the Bollywood debut of Bobby Deol and Twinkle Khanna, both of whom instantly became popular with audiences. Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, the romantic drama tells the story of Badal (Bobby Deol), a small-town man who moves to the city for education and falls in love with Tina (Twinkle Khanna). Made on a budget of ₹8 crore, the film emerged as a commercial success, earning ₹33.90 crore worldwide. About Shekhar Kapur Shekhar is known for his visionary storytelling and international acclaim. He gained prominence with the 1983 classic Masoom, followed by the cult hit Mr. India (1987). He earned global recognition with Bandit Queen (1994), based on the life of Phoolan Devi, which won widespread critical praise. Transitioning to Hollywood, Kapur directed the Oscar-winning historical drama Elizabeth (1998) and its sequel Elizabeth: The Golden Age (2007), both earning multiple Academy Award nominations.
India Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Shekhar Kapur recalls being thrown out from Barsaat, replaced by Rajkumar Santoshi
Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has finally addressed one of Bollywood's most persistent rumours, that he walked away from Bobby Deol's debut film 'Barsaat'. The director, known for hits like 'Mr India' and 'Masoom', shared that contrary to popular belief, he didn't quit the project but was removed from it.'I never walked out, I have been thrown out of films. 'Barsaat' was an idea that was being developed and I think I wasn't quite understanding Dharam ji's (Dharmendra) ideas,' Shekhar told recalled that Sunny Deol later reached out to Rajkumar Santoshi, who took over as director. 'The next day I found out, he was directing it. That's it. That's all that happened. People say I walked out of it, but let me be honest, I didn't walk out of it. Mind you, I immediately went and made 'Bandit Queen',' he said. For years, speculation suggested Shekhar had filmed portions of the movie before leaving midway, a version Bobby Deol himself said in 2023. At the Jagran Film Festival, Bobby recalled shooting for 27 days with Shekhar before the director chose to work on 'Bandit Queen'.'My father told him that he didn't want to delay it And I think Rajkumar Santoshi was waiting to direct my film. I got lucky with him,' Bobby 'The Great Indian Kapil Show' last year, Bobby quipped, 'Maybe that's why Shekhar ran away. Shekhar Kapur. He was scared.'Despite the behind-the-scenes shake-ups, 'Barsaat', co-starring Twinkle Khanna, went on to become a commercial hit, cementing Bobby Deol's arrival in Bollywood.- EndsMust Watch
Economic Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
'Mr. India' director Shekhar Kapur was once roped in to direct Bobby Deol's debut film, but was 'thrown out': 'I never walked out'
Synopsis Shekhar Kapur, initially directing Bobby Deol's debut film 'Barsaat', faced creative disagreements with Dharmendra, leading to his replacement by Rajkumar Santoshi. Bobby Deol recalled filming under Kapur for 27 days before Santoshi took over, shaping his debut. Despite the directorial change, *Barsaat*, co-starring Twinkle Khanna, became a box office success. Agencies Shekhar Kapur's Exit from Barsaat Renowned filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, credited with landmark films such as Mr. India, Masoom, and Bandit Queen, was once at the helm of Barsaat, the debut vehicle for Bobby Deol. However, his journey with the project came to an abrupt halt after creative differences with veteran actor-producer Dharmendra, who was also Bobby's father. According to Kapur's conversation with Filmfare , the romantic action drama's concept was being developed, but he struggled to align with Dharmendra's vision for the film. "Barsaat was an idea that was being developed, and I think I wasn't quite understanding Dharam ji's ideas..." he told Filmfare. While in London, Sunny Deol contacted filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi, who had previously worked with the Deol family. Kapur stated that he even suggested Santoshi speak with Dharmendra, only to learn the next day that Santoshi had been confirmed as the new director. Kapur emphasized that he did not voluntarily leave the film but was replaced. Soon after, he channelled his focus toward creating Bandit Queen. "I never walked out; I have been thrown out of films," he said. In the early 1990s, Bobby Deol's entry into Bollywood was treated as a high-profile launch, given his lineage as the younger son of Dharmendra. Paired opposite Twinkle Khanna, daughter of celebrated actors Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia, Barsaat was initially envisioned as Kapur's project, building on the momentum of his earlier speaking at the 2023 Jagran Film Festival, recalled that filming began swiftly under Kapur's direction. They shot for 27 days before circumstances shifted. According to Bobby, Kapur received an offer from Hollywood to work on Bandit Queen and indicated he would return to complete Barsaat afterward. However, Dharmendra, unwilling to postpone his son's launch, told Kapur to proceed with his new project while he brought another filmmaker on board. Rajkumar Santoshi, who Bobby described as being ready and eager, stepped in as director. Bobby credited Santoshi for shaping his debut and considered himself fortunate to work under his centers on Badal, played by Bobby Deol, an optimistic young man from a rural background who relocates to the city for higher education. There, he meets Tina, portrayed by Twinkle Khanna, the lively and independent daughter of a wealthy yet controlling father. The narrative follows their blossoming romance, which soon faces challenges when Badal's straightforward nature clashes with Tina's protective family. Central to the plot is the tension between love and parental authority, with Badal striving to prove his worth and win their the change in directors, Barsaat proved to be a massive success upon its release. The film resonated strongly with audiences, both for its romantic narrative and for introducing two star children in lead roles. It went on to become a blockbuster, collecting approximately Rs 34 crore at the box office, solidifying Bobby Deol's entry into the Hindi film industry.
News18
2 days ago
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- News18
Shekhar Kapur Says He Was Fired By Dharmendra From Bobby Deol's Debut Barsaat: 'Didn't Walk Out'
Last Updated: Shekhar Kapur has revealed he was fired from Bobby Deol's debut Barsaat, ending years of speculation about the 90s Bollywood shake-up. Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has set the record straight on one of Bollywood's longest-whispered rumours – that he walked away from Bobby Deol's debut film Barsaat. The director says the truth is not this. 'I never walked out, I have been thrown out of films," Kapur told Filmfare. 'Barsaat was an idea that was being developed and I think I wasn't quite understanding Dharam ji's ideas. Then Sunny was in London and he called the next guy who took over, Rajkumar Santoshi. So I talked to Raj ji and told him that since you have done films before with all of them, can you talk to Dharam ji? And he said, 'Haan main sambhal leta hoon.' And the next day I found out, he was directing it. That's it. That's all that happened. People say I walked out of it, but let me be honest, I didn't walk out of it. Mind you, I immediately went and made Bandit Queen." In the 1990s, Bobby's launch was treated like the arrival of a future superstar. The younger son of Dharmendra, he was cast opposite Twinkle Khanna, daughter of Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia. Barsaat was initially Kapur's project, fresh off his hits Mr India and Masoom. But Bobby says the switch happened after just under a month of shooting. Speaking at the Jagran Film Festival in 2023, he recalled, 'I started shooting for the film very early and Shekhar Kapur was the director. We shot for the film for 27 days. He then got an offer from Hollywood to make Bandit Queen. Shekhar said, 'I will do Bandit Queen and come back to do Barsaat.' But my father told him that he didn't want to delay it. He told Shekhar, 'You go do your film, I will find somebody else.' And I think Rajkumar Santoshi was waiting to direct my film. I got lucky with him." Even on The Great Indian Kapil Show, Bobby poked fun at the shake-up, joking, 'Maybe that's why Shekhar ran away. Shekhar Kapur. He was scared. But then Raj directed the film. But I never thought I was under pressure." Barsaat follows Badal (Bobby Deol), a carefree young man from a small town who moves to the city for college, where he meets and falls in love with Tina (Twinkle Khanna), the spirited daughter of a wealthy and overprotective father. As their romance blossoms, Badal finds himself clashing with Tina's family, particularly her father, who disapproves of their relationship. The story weaves together themes of love, loyalty, and standing up for one's beliefs, with action-packed confrontations and emotional drama driving Badal's fight to win over Tina's heart. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Business Upturn
15-07-2025
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- Business Upturn
Call for Entries Opens for Jagran Film Festival 2025, The World's Largest Traveling Film Festival
India's most inclusive and far-reaching cinematic celebration is back! The Jagran Film Festival (JFF) 2025, the World's Largest Traveling Film Festival, has officially opened its Call For Entries. With over 5,000 entries from 72 countries in previous editions, JFF has become a global platform for cinematic talent. Each year, around 500 films are selected through a rigorous process and showcased over 75 days of screenings. This year, filmmakers are invited to submit their stories to be experienced by audiences across 14 cities in 8 Indian states, with an estimated reach of over 300 million people. The 2025 edition will commence with a grand opening ceremony in Delhi on 4th September and travel through Kanpur, Lucknow, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Hissar, Ludhiana, Ranchi, Patna, Meerut, Agra, Gorakhpur and Dehradun, culminating in a spectacular closing ceremony in Mumbai from November 13th to 16th. The festival accepts feature films, short films, documentaries and student films from both India and around the world. All entries are evaluated by a distinguished panel of industry experts and winners are honored at a glittering awards night in Mumbai. Selected winners across various categories will receive prestigious awards and cash prizes, including: * Best Foreign Film ($2,000) * Best Short Film (Foreign) ($1,000) * Best Indian Feature Film (₹2,00,000) * Best Indian Short Film (₹1,00,000) * Best Director (₹1,50,000) * Best Debut Director (₹1,00,000) 'At Jagran Film Festival, we believe that great cinema should not be limited by geography. Every powerful story deserves to be seen, heard and felt – across towns, cities and cultures. This year, as we travel through 14 cities, we continue our mission of taking meaningful cinema closer to the people, creating an unparalleled platform for filmmakers to showcase their craft to a truly diverse and engaged audience.' — Basant Rathore, Sr. Vice President – Strategy and Brand Development, Dainik Jagran With its unique traveling format and commitment to making cinema accessible to audiences of every kind, the Jagran Film Festival continues to be a landmark celebration of storytelling that connects filmmakers and film lovers across the country. To submit you film, click on the link: Ahmedabad Plane Crash
