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NDTV
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
When Kareena Kapoor Made A "Big Mistake" By Letting Go Of Priyanka Chopra's Aitraaz Character, Reveals Producer
New Delhi: Kareena Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra's rumoured cat-fight dominated the headlines back in the day. The root of this fight might be traced back to the shooting of the Abbas-Mustan film Aitraaz (2003), featuring Akshay Kumar in the lead. In a recent conversation with Bollywood Bubble, director-producer Suneel Darshan revealed Kareena could have taken the role of Priyanka in the film. What's Happening Suneel Darshan shared that Kareena did a "big mistake" by letting go of a character, which eventually shaped Priyanka's career. "There are times when actors miscalculate. At that time, a negative role was still viewed as something like a vamp. And the fact that Priyanka was cast alongside Amrish Puri as his wife, so it felt more like a Shashikala-type role. You know, like the ones Shashikala or Bindu used to play in older films. But with time, narratives change, and so do perspectives. And I thought to myself, my God, Bebo (Kareena) made such a big mistake," said Suneel Darshan. The producer-director believed that Kareena could have taken Priyanka's part as she was offered the film first. "But Bebo is Bebo. She always wanted to glide through everything easily. She lost out on that role because she chose not to do it. She picked the heroine's part opposite the hero. She could have taken Priyanka's role too, but she didn't," said Suneel Darshan. Praising Priyanka Chopra's courage to take up a grey character, Darshan said, "Priyanka was at a stage where she was on the rise. She was the go-getter. Whatever she wanted, she went after and got it. And that role justified something that wasn't considered normal, it made you believe in it." Kareena-Priyanka's Changing Dynamics Kareena and Priyanka Chopra kept the rumoured catfight alive by taking subtle and not-so-subtle digs at each other over the years. On various seasons of Koffee with Karan, both stars made sharp comments about each other. Interestingly, the two actresses shared a couch on Koffee with Karan in 2019 during its sixth season, where they showed a fresh new bond, laughing at their old comments. In a 2023 interview with Mid-Day, When asked directly if there was ever tension with Priyanka, Kareena responded, "Not at all! Rubbish. I was like, 'What is going on?'" In A Nutshell
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Ranveer Singh's wedding mehendi design was love note for Deepika Padukone and also her mom and sister
Actors Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh's lavish wedding in Italy just got a whole lot more adorable. Mehendi artist Veena Nagda has revealed that Ranveer had his mehendi designs dedicated not just to Deepika, but also to her mom Ujjala and sister Anisha. Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone tied the knot on November 14, 2018 at Lake Como. Ranveer's special mehendi for Deepika During a conversation in a podcast for Filmibeat Prime, Veena reminisced about being invited to apply mehendi for Deepika at her wedding to Ranveer, fondly looking back on the special experience. She also spoke about Ranveer as a groom. Veena shares, 'No words can do him justice. It was very cold in Lake Como, and I was wondering how Deepika and I were going to get through the intricate design we had planned for her. Ranveer came around after an hour, and the entire climate changed. The sun came out, and he really lit up the room. He was joking and laughing with everyone, and he addressed me personally while I was doing Deepika's mehendi and said, 'A queen is doing the mehendi for another queen.' I will never forget those words.' She added, 'He got Deepika's name in the mehendi but used only 'Deep' and three more stars. One for her, a second for her mother and a third for her sister.' Veena also shared a heartwarming story about working with Deepika, recalling how she had promised to hire her for her wedding after being impressed with her mehendi art for Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. True to her word, Veena revealed Deepika's staff booked Veena for her wedding to Ranveer. More about Ranveer-Deepika wedding Ranveer and Deepika tied the knot on November 14, 2018 at Lake Como Italy, in the presence of family and close friends. They unveiled their wedding video only 5 years later on the premiere episode of Karan Johar's chat show Koffee with Karan season 8 on Disney+ Hotstar. Ranveer and Deepika became parents to daughter Dua Padukone Singh in September. They shared the news through an Instagram post which read, 'Welcome Baby Girl 8.9.2024. Deepika and Ranveer.' They haven't revealed the baby's face yet.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Suneel Darshan says Kareena Kapoor was originally offered Priyanka Chopra's role in Aitraaz: 'Bebo made such a big mistake...'
Aitraaz casting choices may have ignited a Bollywood rivalry. Suneel Darshan revealed Kareena Kapoor first declined the role of Sonia. Priyanka Chopra then seized the opportunity. Her performance was impactful. This led to reported tension between Kareena and Priyanka. Both stars made remarks on Koffee with Karan. Kareena later dismissed rivalry rumors. She cited personal growth for her changed perspective. Before they shared the couch on Koffee with Karan , Kareena Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra were often in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons—alleged digs, award show shade, and a cold war that tabloids couldn't get enough of. But could it all have started with a single missed opportunity in the early 2000s? A recent revelation by a veteran filmmaker might just hold the missing piec While Aitraaz proved to be a commercial hit, it was Priyanka's bold and layered performance as the antagonist Sonia that truly stood out. Her portrayal broke conventions—offering a morally grey female lead rarely seen in Bollywood at the time—and became a defining moment in her early career. Interestingly, Suneel Darshan recently revealed that the role of Sonia was first offered to Kareena, hinting at how casting choices can sometimes reshape careers and rivalries alike. Why Kareena Said No In conversation with Bollywood Bubble, the filmmaker recently reflected on the casting of Aitraaz and revealed that Kareena was initially offered the role of Sonia, which eventually went to Priyanka. At the time, the character was seen as a negative or vamp-like role—especially since it involved playing the much younger wife of a character portrayed by veteran actor Amrish Puri . This perception may have influenced Kareena's decision to decline the part. Darshan noted that such roles were often underestimated in that era, but as narratives and audience perceptions evolved, the decision in hindsight appeared to be a missed opportunity for Kareena. He further revealed that Bebo was first offered the role of Sonia in Aitraaz but chose the safer heroine role instead. The part eventually went to Chopra, becoming a major turning point in her career. A Career-Making Turn for Priyanka Suneel praised Priyanka for boldly taking on a grey role at a time when many leading actresses hesitated. He noted that Priyanka, then an emerging talent, pursued the part with confidence and delivered a performance that made the unconventional character believable and impactful. Tensions and Tabloid Drama What followed was reportedly an unspoken rift between Kareena and Priyanka, with each taking subtle (and not-so-subtle) digs at the other over the years. On various seasons of Koffee with Karan, both stars made pointed remarks. At one point, Kareena even questioned Priyanka's National Award win for Fashion, prompting widespread speculation about tension between the two. Interestingly, the two actresses shared a couch on Koffee with Karan in 2019 during its sixth season, where they laughed off their past remarks and displayed a surprisingly warm, refreshed dynamic. In a 2023 interview with Mid-Day, Kareena finally addressed long-standing rumours of a rivalry with Priyanka. Dismissing the idea of any catfights, Kareena reflected on her younger years, admitting she may have said a few foolish things in the past but has since evolved. She credited marriage, motherhood, and career growth for her newfound calm. When asked if there was ever real tension with Priyanka, she called the speculation rubbish and insisted there was nothing to it.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kareena Kapoor made a ‘big mistake' when she let go of Priyanka Chopra's role in Aitraaz, reveals producer: ‘She chose the heroine's part, wanted to glide easily'
In the early 2000s, Kareena Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra were known for their off-screen rivalry. Their tense dynamic wasn't just tabloid fodder; it played out publicly, most memorably through sharp jabs exchanged on Koffee with Karan. But the root of this reported friction might be traced back to 2003, during the making of Aitraaz, an Abbas-Mustan courtroom thriller, also starring Akshay Kumar. While Aitraaz was a commercial success, it was Priyanka's morally complex character that drew significant attention. Her portrayal was seen as bold, nuanced, and unlike anything Bollywood had shown at the time for a female lead. Now, veteran filmmaker and producer Suneel Darshan has revealed that Kareena Kapoor was originally offered the role of Sonia, a part that ultimately helped define Priyanka Chopra's early career. 'There are times when actors miscalculate,' Darshan told Bollywood Bubble. 'At that time, a negative role was still viewed as something like a vamp. And the fact that Priyanka was cast alongside Amrish Puri as his wife, so it felt more like a Shashikala-type role. You know, like the ones Shashikala or Bindu used to play in older films. But with time, narratives change, and so do perspectives. And I thought to myself, my God, Bebo (Kareena) made such a big mistake.' According to Darshan, Kareena was offered the film first and she could have easily grabbed Sonia's part. 'But Bebo is Bebo. She always wanted to glide through everything easily. She lost out on that role because she chose not to do it. She picked the heroine's part opposite the hero. She could have taken Priyanka's role too, but she didn't.' Also Read | Priyanka Chopra didn't want to be a part of Aitraaz: 'She was hesitant that she will get stereotyped as a vamp' Darshan praised Priyanka for taking a risk when many actresses at the time were hesitant to portray grey characters. 'Priyanka was at a stage where she was on the rise. She was the go-getter. Whatever she wanted, she went after and got it. And that role justified something that wasn't considered normal, it made you believe in it.' What followed was reportedly an unspoken rift between Kareena and Priyanka, with each taking subtle (and not-so-subtle) digs at the other over the years. On various seasons of Koffee with Karan, both stars made pointed remarks. At one point, Kareena even questioned Priyanka's National Award win for Fashion, prompting widespread speculation about tension between the two. Interestingly, the two actresses shared a couch on Koffee with Karan in 2019 during its sixth season, where they laughed off their past remarks and displayed a surprisingly warm, refreshed dynamic. In a 2023 interview with Mid-Day, Kareena seemed to put those rumours to rest. She denied ever having any 'catfights' with Priyanka but admitted to saying 'foolish things' when she was younger. 'I'm a more relaxed person now,' she said, reflecting on how marriage, motherhood, and a successful career have grounded her. When asked directly if there was ever tension with Priyanka, Kareena responded, 'Not at all! Rubbish. I was like, 'What is going on?''
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘These things show their class': When Rishi Kapoor lashed out at Deepika Padukone and Sonam Kapoor for mocking son Ranbir; what happens when jokes go too far?
Public figures often find their personal lives under intense scrutiny, but what happens when jokes among peers cross a line? In 2009, during an episode of Koffee with Karan, actors Deepika Padukone and Sonam Kapoor made remarks about their common link, Ranbir Kapoor. While Deepika jokingly suggested that Ranbir should endorse condoms, Sonam cast doubt on his credibility as a boyfriend. 'I don't think he can be a good boyfriend,' she said, alluding to his alleged lack of seriousness in relationships. The remarks did not go down well with Ranbir's father, actor Rishi Kapoor, who hit back publicly. 'What can I say about this? Everyone here is like family. These two girls are like my children. I myself do not want to jump into the fight of my son and his friends. But these things said by Deepika and Sonam show their class. I just want to say that stop saying this all the time and behave with maturity,' he had said. He further added, 'Both of you are in the show because you are your fathers' daughters, not because of your work. I would advise them to stop talking about their colleagues and insulting them.' Even though Deepika clarified later that it was said in jest, stating, 'We're all friends and if Ranbir doesn't have a problem with it, I don't see why anyone else should,' the incident left behind questions around how public conversations shape reputations and the weight of a 'joke'. Gurleen Baruah, an existential analyst, tells 'There's no one-size-fits-all answer. It really depends on the individuals involved, the nature of the past relationship, and the intention behind the words. Humour is often used to cope, deflect, or even process unresolved feelings, but when it involves someone else—especially a former partner—context and consent matter. What's light for one person might be deeply cutting for another. A joke made publicly, without the other's presence or consent, carries a different weight. From a psychological lens, the line is crossed when humour becomes a mask for judgment, bitterness, or public shaming. It's less about political correctness and more about emotional responsibility.' A post shared by Sonam K Ahuja FC (@sonamkapoorelegance) Baruah mentions that jokes are complicated. They can be light, fun, and even bonding, but when they touch on someone's personal life, especially in public, they can also sting. 'Even if it's 'just banter,' the impact can last longer than the laugh. Some people laugh it off; others carry it for years. Especially when it plays into gossip or reinforces an existing narrative, a joke can blur into commentary.' And while humour can soften things, it doesn't always erase the emotional residue. So yes, jokes are allowed, but timing, tone, and context matter. A playful jab among friends is one thing. A punchline on a national platform? That can land very differently. Whether an apology repairs the damage depends on a few things—how genuine it feels, the timing, and the intent behind it. People don't always remember the 'sorry' as much as they remember the sting. That said, not all impact is permanent. What matters is how the person who's been affected makes sense of it—do they internalise it, or can they create a boundary between what was said and who they know themselves to be? 'Moving forward might mean having direct conversations, setting limits, or even reshaping public perception over time. In some cases, it also depends on how the relationship between the people involved evolves. Humour, especially in public spaces, is tricky—one person's joke can be another's bruise. But genuine repair is possible when it's paired with accountability and care,' explains Baruah.
