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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why Sonakshi Sinha and Jyothika replaced Kareena Kapoor Khan-Kiara Advani in Ashwiny Iyer's upcoming OTT film?
After almost two years of back-and-forth, filmmaker Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari has finally hit the ground running with her much-awaited OTT project, a courtroom drama backed by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani's Excel Entertainment, and Harman Baweja's Baweja Studios. What's making more noise than the shoot itself is the casting shuffle that saw Kareena Kapoor Khan and Kiara Advani being replaced by Sonakshi Sinha and Jyothika. What happened to Kareena and Kiara? Let's rewind. Kareena and Kiara were initially locked for the project, and fans were quite excited to see the two powerhouse performers together. But despite months of discussions and planning, things just didn't fall into place. The team was eager to kick off the shoot earlier this year, but scheduling conflicts and creative disagreements reportedly delayed the project further. A source close to the production spilt the tea to Mid-day: 'The original plan with Kapoor and Advani didn't materialise because it didn't align with [our] timelines and creative direction.' A fresh cast, a fresh take With the new draft in place and the story tightened, Ashwiny and her team began auditioning again. That's when Sonakshi Sinha stepped in. After multiple look tests and script readings, she was locked in for the lead role of a fierce, no-nonsense lawyer. According to insiders, her performance in recent roles, especially her bold avatar in Dahaad, made her a perfect fit. 'Sonakshi brings a grounded intensity to the role that impressed the creative team,' said the source. As for the second lead, Jyothika, who has already proved her courtroom chops in the 2020 Tamil film Ponmagal Vandhal, was roped in to play a strong parallel character. She's expected to start shooting mid-June. This is not your usual courtroom drama The film, which has already begun shooting in parts of Malvani, Madh Island, and Vile Parle (where courtroom sets have been specially recreated), is shaping up to be an emotionally charged legal drama. But this isn't your typical black-coat drama filled with loud objections and flying verdicts. 'The legal arguments have emotional backstories, and both female leads have equal weight. Their courtroom scenes are expected to be the highlight of the film,' the source added. The film is yet to be titled, and if everything goes as planned, the team will wrap by the end of this year, and we could be looking at a 2026 release on Amazon Prime Video.
Hans India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Simran opens up on viral feud over ‘Mother Roles' comment
Simran, currently riding high on the success of her latest film Tourist Family, recently grabbed headlines for her strong response to a fellow actress's remark about her playing mother roles. The exchange sparked widespread speculation that she was referring to actress Jyothika and the popular web series Dabba Cartel. In a recent interview, Simran addressed the controversy, confirming that her comments were indeed linked to Dabba Cartel. She revealed that she had watched the series and found it to be a good show. 'People are overthinking and making guesses. The person I was referring to understood it and even apologized to me, saying she didn't intend to hurt my feelings,' Simran said. Simran elaborated that while the other actress had a right to her opinion, the choice of words was what upset her. She stressed that she spoke honestly from the heart but felt that people read too much into it. The incident reportedly began when Simran messaged a fellow actress to praise her performance. The actress responded with a comment, 'At least it's better than doing aunty roles,' which Simran found insensitive. She replied firmly, 'It's okay to do aunty or mother roles. That's better than doing meaningless or 'dabba' roles.' On the professional front, Simran continues to receive appreciation for her role in Tourist Family, proving her versatility and staying power in the industry. This candid clarification from Simran has helped clear the air, showcasing her confidence and grace amid the recent buzz.
News18
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Class 12 Marksheet Of Suriya-Jyothika's Daughter Diya Is Viral Again
Suriya and Jyothika are among the most celebrated star couples in Tamil cinema. Married in 2006, they have two children. Their elder daughter is named Diya, and their younger son is Dev. The couple, who fell in love while working together on the film Poovellam Kettuppar (1999), have co-starred in numerous films. Despite their demanding schedules, Suriya and Jyothika always make family time a priority. 3/8 They previously lived in Chennai but relocated to Mumbai with their children a few years ago, where the children are now enrolled in school. Recently, Suriya attended a wedding with his family, and many were surprised to see how much Diya and Dev had grown. After focusing on her family life following marriage, actress Jyothika has recently made a noteworthy return to the silver screen with the 2024 supernatural horror film Shaitaan, marking her comeback to Hindi cinema after 25 years. Suriya's latest film, Retro (2025), has achieved commercial success despite receiving mixed reactions from fans. Suriya's performance and direction by Karthik Subbaraj were highly praised. In connection with this, photos of Diya, Suriya and Jyothika's daughter, have been circulating on social media, claiming she has completed her 12th standard examinations with impressive marks.
Hans India
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Suriya's Retro Movie Box Office Collections: Struggling to Meet Break-Even Target
The makers of Suriya's movie Retro have shared the box office numbers. The movie was released on May 1 with high expectations, but it got mixed reviews. Because of this, the makers couldn't share the numbers for five days. On May 6, the official poster was released, and the makers announced that the movie has made Rs. 104 crores at the box office so far. But trade sources say the net collection is Rs. 47.66 crores. The movie's target to break even is Rs. 82 crores. Fans were excited for Retro after the failure of Kanguva, but many were disappointed. The movie did well in Tamil Nadu, but not in other states. Meanwhile, Hit 3 is doing much better. It earned over Rs. 100 crores in four days and has a net collection of Rs. 60 crores. Retro Box Office Collections: May 1 (Thursday): Rs. 19.25 crores (Tamil: Rs. 17.25 crores, Telugu: Rs. 1.95 crores) May 2 (Friday): Rs. 7.75 crores (Tamil: Rs. 7.05 crores, Telugu: Rs. 0.67 crores) May 3 (Saturday): Rs. 8 crores (Tamil: Rs. 7.3 crores, Telugu: Rs. 0.65 crores) May 4 (Sunday): Rs. 8.15 crores (Tamil: Rs. 7.45 crores, Telugu: Rs. 0.65 crores) May 5 (Monday): Rs. 3.4 crores (Tamil: Rs. 2.95 crores, Telugu: Rs. 0.4 crores) May 6 (Tuesday): Rs. 1.11 crores Total: Rs. 47.66 crores nett The movie was produced by Suriya and Jyothika's 2D Entertainment and Stone Bench Studios. The total cost of making the movie is about Rs. 70 crores, including promotions and salaries. The movie also earned Rs. 80.5 crores before it was released. The movie still needs to do well to break even, as its target is Rs. 82 crores.
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Thudarum' trivia: Jyothika was first considered before Shobana for the Mohanlal starrer
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) ' Thudarum ' director Tharun Moorthy recently revealed that Tamil actress Jyothika was initially considered for the lead role opposite Mohanlal , before Shobana was finalized. 'We had Shobana in mind from the beginning but..' Speaking during an interview with Red FM, Tharun Moorthy opened up about the casting process. While the team always envisioned Shobana as Lalitha, the female lead, they initially faced difficulty in contacting her. 'We had Shobana in mind from the beginning, but there was uncertainty about how to approach her. That's when we considered Jyothika,' he shared. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Invest $200 in Amazon without buying stocks to earn a second salary Marketsall Sign Up Undo Jyothika was impressed by the script The director went on to reveal that Jyothika was deeply impressed after hearing the narration and even agreed to do the project. However, due to prior personal commitments — specifically, a long-planned world tour with her family — she had to opt out during the film's scheduled shoot. 'Jyothika loved the script, but unfortunately, her travel plans clashed with our shooting timeline,' Tharun Moorthy added. 'The idea of reuniting Mohanlal and Shobana stayed with me' Thudarum - Official Teaser Eventually, the team circled back to Shobana, which Moorthy said felt like the most natural choice. 'The idea of reuniting Mohanlal and Shobana stayed with me. That pairing holds a special place in the hearts of Malayali audiences,' he said. Tharun Moorthy worried about the genre confusion In another interview with The Cue, Moorthy also addressed concerns about the film's genre being misinterpreted. 'There's excitement when a film features someone like Mohanlal. But what concerns me is how quickly people label it as a crime thriller. Thudarum is fundamentally a family drama, and I hope the audience views it through that lens.' The film, which marks the return of the iconic Mohanlal-Shobana duo after 15 years, is scheduled to hit theatres on April 25, 2025.
