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New Indian Express
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
I'm sitting on 16 ready screenplays, says director Devashish Makhija
Having directed critically well-received and socially conscious films for decades, national award winning director Devashish Makhija is well-known as a screen-writer and director with films like Bhonsle (2018), Joram (2022) and Ajji (2018) under his belt. While film enthusiasts know him as the creator of stories that typically follow a character locked in a fight against the system, be it a tribal man labelled as a maoist trying to escape with his baby daughter in Joram, an older Mahrashtrian cop forced to retire in Bhonsle, or a grandmother seeking justice for a sexually assaulted child, the film personality is also a prolific fiction writer and now a published poet set to take part in a panel at Bengaluru Poetry Festival. Titled 'Serenading in 70 mm', the panel will see Makhija, media professional Archana Vasudev and young lyricists Neeraj Pandey and Ritwik Kaikini discuss how poetry elevates narratives in cinema. Makhija says, 'We are hoping to explore how poetry finds its way into cinema beyond lyrics and how being a poet shapes our approach to storytelling in cinema.' Reflecting on his own approach to writing poems, recently released as a collection Bewilderness, and for film, he notes a vast difference, 'Because a film reaches so many people, writing for cinema is trying to reach out to an audience. But poetry, for me, is inward and a lot more intimate. If it reaches out to people, it's a bonus.' However, he also finds that one form has influenced the other, saying, 'I work really hard to ensure that every word is earning its place in my poem. All of that informs my film writing. The other way around, because film is primarily an audio and a visual medium, I've seen my poems have started becoming more image heavy and sound heavy in the last 15 years.'
Hans India
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Aditya Kumar calls playing a man from his early 20s to his 70s in ‘Chimni' a challenging opportunity
Mumbai: Actor Aditya Kumar, best known for his role in 'Gangs of Wasseypur,' is set to take on a demanding new role in the film 'Chimni.' The actor revealed that portraying a character who ages from his early 20s to his 70s was a challenging opportunity that pushed him as a performer. Speaking about his character, Aditya shared, 'I'm playing a young, innocent soul, carefree, full of hope, and deeply rooted in faith. He sees the world with pure eyes and an open heart. But in a cruel twist of fate, he ends up sacrificing the most precious gift of all, his life, for a girl whose intentions are not as innocent.' Revealing what drew him to 'Chimni,' the actor shared that he was intrigued by the emotional depth of the character. 'It was the emotional depth of the character and the arc that spanned decades. The chance to portray a man from his early 20s into his 70s is a rare and challenging opportunity for any actor. That kind of journey on screen and internally is what truly excites me as a performer.' Aditya Kumar also spoke about his experience working with the team. He stated, 'Working with Gagan sir has been nothing short of transformative. His process is fluid and intuitive, which creates a space where actors can truly explore without hesitation. There's a strong sense of mutual trust and collaboration on set that allows me to be both fearless and free.' 'Chimni,' directed by Gagan Puri and backed by Shah Creative Entertainment, also stars Sameera Reddy, Prachi Thakur, Preeti Chaudhary, Shardul Rana, and Saurabh Agnihotri. The upcoming horror drama, set against a haunting backdrop, will explore the dark consequences of desire, faith, and sacrifice. Meanwhile, Aditya is known for his performances in movies like 'Gangs of Wasseypur,' 'Joram,' and 'Dhadak.'
Khaleej Times
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Taapsee Pannu, Kanika Dhillon finish shooting for revenge drama 'Gandhari'
Actress Taapsee Pannu and producer Kanika Dhillon have finished filming for revenge drama Gandhari. The film is written by Dhillon and produced under her banner, Kathha Pictures. It is directed by Devashish Makhija, known for films such as Bhonsle, Joram, and Ajji. The release date of the film has not been revealed yet. Dhillon announced the film's shooting wrap by sharing a series of behind-the-scenes photos from the sets of the upcoming film. She also shared pictures with Pannu, Ishwak Singh and director Devashish. While announcing the end of filming, Kanika wrote, "It's a wrap! The final take may be done, but the story is just beginning. Gandhari, coming soon !! See you at the movies." Gandhari marks another collaboration between Dhillon and Pannu following their successful projects Manmarziyaan, Haseen Dillruba, and Phir Aayi Haseen Dillruba. The film also stars Paatal Lok's Ishwak Singh. This intense revenge drama was filmed over 50 days in and around Mumbai and Maharashtra, according to the makers. Speaking about the film, Kanika shared in a press release, "Gandhari has been both an enriching and challenging experience for us. It's a heroic story that I am extremely proud of. Taapsee has put her heart and soul into the film, as has the entire team. We can't wait to bring it to audiences." Pannu adds: "It's been not just [a] mentally but also a physically demanding film. We tried to achieve so much against all odds which wouldn't have been possible if the entire team was not aligned together and driven enough to complete this film at break neck speed. We have pushed the envelope a bit with this film. She says, "I felt like a newcomer who wants to give it all in every shot. My job as an actor is over, so now i am waiting with bated breath to see the results of this hard work." She was last seen in Khel Khel Mein, alongside Akshay Kumar.
