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Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Salman Khan's 'Lucky' co-star Sneha Ullal reacts to director's claim linking Arpita Khan with her Bollywood launch
Sneha Ullal, who debuted opposite Salman Khan in Lucky: No Time for Love, recently reacted to the directors' claim that she was introduced to them by Salman's sister, Arpita Khan Sharma. Directors Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru stated in an interview that Arpita recommended Sneha from her college during their search for a new actress. Sneha responded to the viral clip with a cryptic 'Acha? Aise Hua?', sparking speculation about the accuracy of their account. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Sneha Ullal's Reaction Clarification on the Aishwarya Rai Comparison Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Background on Salman and Aishwarya's History Sneha Ullal's entry into Bollywood through the 2005 film 'Lucky: No Time for Love' created widespread curiosity, especially due to her resemblance to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and her debut opposite Salman Khan . Over the years, speculation remained about how she landed the role. Now, directors Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru have provided clarity on the casting process, stating that Salman Khan's sister, Arpita Khan Sharma, was instrumental in introducing Ullal to a recent interview with Pinkvilla's Hindi Rush, the directors revealed that they were in search of a fresh face when Arpita approached them with a recommendation. Sapru explained that Arpita told them about a 'very beautiful girl' from her college and suggested they audition her. He added that the character was of a young schoolgirl whose parents worked in an embassy, requiring someone who looked like they had lived in Europe. When they met Sneha, she fit the role the interview, a clip from the conversation gained traction on Instagram, prompting a reaction from Sneha Ullal herself. Commenting on the post, Ullal wrote, 'Acha? Aise Hua?' Her response, though brief, raised questions among fans about the authenticity of the filmmakers' narrative. The comment drew attention to a possible disconnect between the directors' recollection and her own understanding of the the interview, the filmmakers also addressed the long-standing theory that Ullal was cast because of her resemblance to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who had been romantically linked to Salman Khan in the past. Vinay Sapru firmly denied that Ullal's similarity to Rai played any role in the casting decision. He clarified that while they occasionally noticed a resemblance during the shoot, it was never part of their plan or a deliberate Rao echoed this sentiment, stating that the resemblance became more noticeable only after the promotional campaign began and people started pointing it out. She acknowledged that it would be dishonest to say they never saw the similarity, but emphasized it was never a deciding factor. According to her, many people resemble others and it wasn't something they focused on. She added that being compared to Aishwarya should be seen as a compliment, not a around Ullal's casting has also been fueled by public knowledge of Salman Khan's past relationship with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. The two actors were linked after starring together in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam in 1999. Their relationship was highly publicized but ended in 2002. Since then, both have moved on—Aishwarya is married to actor Abhishek Bachchan and is a mother to their daughter Aaradhya, while Salman Khan remains unmarried.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sneha Ullal responds to directors' claim that Salman Khan's sister introduced her for 'Lucky: No Time for Love': 'Accha?'
Sneha Ullal's debut opposite Salman Khan in 'Lucky: No Time for Love' sparked considerable buzz, largely because many believed she was cast due to her uncanny resemblance to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. However, the film's directors clarified in an interview that this was not the case and highlighted the role Salman Khan's sister, Arpita Khan Sharma, played in recommending Ullal for the part. Recently, Sneha Ullal has shared her thoughts on these discussions. Directors Reveal Arpita Khan Sharma's Introduction In a conversation with Pinkvilla, 'Lucky: No Time for Love' directors Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru shared that it was Salman Khan's sister, Arpita Khan Sharma, who introduced them to Sneha Ullal. Following this introduction, Sneha was selected to play the film's female lead. Sneha Ullal's Reaction Sparks Curiosity Once the clip gained widespread attention on Instagram, Sneha Ullal responded by commenting, 'Acha? Aise Hua?' Her reply sparked curiosity and doubts regarding the authenticity of the directors' claims. Casting Process Explained by Vinay Sapru Vinay explained in the interview that they were on the lookout for a new actress when Salman Khan's sister, Arpita, mentioned a beautiful girl from her college. He said, "So, we met with her and she suited our character." Directors Address Resemblance to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan During the same conversation, Sapru clarified that their decision to cast Sneha opposite Salman was never influenced by her resemblance to Aishwarya. Radhika added that while they occasionally noticed a slight resemblance during the shoot, it was not considered significant. However, once the film's promotional campaign began and the media highlighted the similarity, they realized that the resemblance was minor and not a major aspect of their casting choice. 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 .
News18
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Aishwarya Rai's Lookalike Sneha Ullal Was Referred By Salman Khan's Sister: 'It Wasn't A Strategy'
Last Updated: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's lookalike Sneha Ullal was cast in Lucky: No Time for Love after being referred by Salman Khan's sister, Arpita Khan. Aishwarya Rai's Lookalike, newcomer Sneha Ullal, was case opposite Salman Khan in Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru's Lucky: No Time for Love. Sneha's entry into the film industry was no ordinary one, as she caught attention for her striking resemblance to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. The actress, often referred to as Aishwarya Rai's doppelgänger, became a subject of media fascination. But the uncanny resemblance also sparked immediate comparisons, which ended up overshadowing much of her short-lived film career. In a recent interview, the filmmakers said that the choice wasn't deliberately made to mirror Aishwarya. The timing of the film's release, shortly after Salman and Aishwarya were rumoured to have parted ways, only intensified the speculation. In an interview with Hindi Rush, the directors said they didn't choose Sneha Ullal because she looked like Aishwarya Rai. They wanted a new actress, and Salman Khan's sister Arpita suggested a girl from her college. They said, 'It wasn't a strategy. We wanted to cast a newcomer, and Arpita (Khan, Salman's sister) said that there is a very pretty girl at her college, and asked if we'd want to audition her. The role was of a schoolgirl whose parents are working in an embassy. She needed to have the vibe of someone who has lived in Europe. She suited the role." The filmmakers said they gradually noticed people comparing Sneha Ullal to Aishwarya Rai but didn't think it was fair to compare anyone to someone as beautiful as Aishwarya. Radhika added, 'We would notice a resemblance sometimes while shooting, but there are so many people who look like others. We never thought that the similarity was all that striking, but when the campaign started and people started pointing it out, that's when we noticed. It would be a lie to say that we didn't think about it, but we it wasn't a big deal. It's a good thing to be compared to Aishwarya!" Aishwarya Rai and Salman Khan Relationship Aishwarya Rai and Salman Khan were once rumoured to be in a relationship after working together in the film Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam in 1999. Their love story was widely talked about, but it soon became troubled. They broke up in 2002, and since then, both have moved on with their lives. While Salman Khan is unmarried, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is married to Abhishek Bachchan and they have a daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan. First Published: May 14, 2025, 14:12 IST
News18
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Salman Khan Was ANGRY About Kaanta Laga Song: 'Yeh Jo Sexy Kaam Hai, Kam Kiya Karo'
Last Updated: Filmmakers who directed the controversial music video Kaanta Laga, faced criticism from Salman Khan. Filmmakers Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru, the duo behind Sanam Teri Kasam, recently spilled some old tea about their hit music video Kaanta Laga. Back when it released, the video, a 90s remix – starring Shefali Jariwala as a bold party girl in a thong, watching adult content – caused quite a stir. While Radhika and Vinay said they didn't mean to offend anyone, the video didn't sit well with the censor board, and they got a warning. What's more, even Salman Khan wasn't impressed and reportedly scolded them for it. Funny enough, they later worked with him in Lucky: No Time for Love and even directed songs for some of his films. Vinay recalled, 'A big actor called us to his house, and he told us, 'Main tumhe samjha raha hoon Radhika Vinay, yeh jo sexy kaam hai kam kiya karo, acha nahi hota (I'm trying to make you understand, don't do such sexy songs, it doesn't look good)'. He just said, 'You've got nice, pure minds'." When asked who it is, they named Salman Khan. The filmmaker duo said they just wanted to try something new creatively. Before doing remix videos, they were known for emotional songs. 'We were doing cute and innocent songs with Falguni Pathak. We were doing songs with Jagjit Singh and Pankaj Udhas. As creative people, we wanted to evolve." This one time, they visited Salman Khan at his house and saw him working out while listening to a Jhankaar Beats remix of a Kishore Kumar song. That moment gave them the idea to explore remixes. They continued, 'One day, we went to Salman Khan's house. He was exercising while listening to a Jhankaar Beats remix of a Kishor Kumar song. An idea sparked, and that's what began the remix trend in India. We made 'Kaliyon Ka Chaman', 'Kaanta Laga', 'Chadti Jawani'… The sound organically reminds you of a nightclub, to a sensual visualisation." First Published:
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Did you know Salman Khan disliked Shefali Jariwala's superhit song 'Kaanta Laga'? Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru reveal why
and , the directors behind 'Sanam Teri Kasam', recently revisited the story of their iconic music video " Kaanta Laga ". The 90s remix, starring Shefali Jariwala as a bold party girl donning a thong and watching grown-up magazines, created quite a sensation upon its release. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Controversy and Censor Board Warning Although Radhika and Vinay never intended to offend anyone with their "Kaanta Laga" music video, it faced backlash from the censor board, resulting in a formal warning. Additionally, expressed his displeasure and reportedly reprimanded them for the video's provocative content. Interestingly, despite this, the duo later collaborated with Salman on 'Lucky: No Time for Love' and directed songs for several of his films. Salman Khan's Advice to the Filmmakers As reported in News18, Vinay recalled that a prominent actor invited them to his house and advised them to reduce the amount of 'sexy' content in their work, saying it wasn't appropriate and encouraging them to maintain their pure minds. When asked about the identity of this actor, they revealed it was Salman Khan. From Innocent Songs to Remix Videos The filmmaker duo explained that before creating remix videos, they were known for directing emotional and innocent songs with artists like Falguni Pathak, Jagjit Singh, and Pankaj Udhas. As creative individuals, they wanted to evolve and explore new styles in their work. The Inspiration Behind the Remix Trend During a visit to Khan's home, the filmmakers noticed him working out while listening to a Jhankaar Beats remix of a Kishore Kumar track. This moment inspired them to dive into remix music videos, sparking a trend in India. They went on to create hits like 'Kaliyon Ka Chaman,' 'Kaanta Laga,' and 'Chadti Jawani,' blending nightclub vibes with sensual visuals.
