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Hindustan Times
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Vishal Jethwa reflects on his Cannes experience with Homebound, his bond with Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor
Vishal Jethwa had one of the biggest moments of his career recently as he got to walk the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival as his film Homebound, co-starring Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter, premiered there. Calling it a 'surreal' feeling, Vishal Jethwa admits that he was nervous and scared before going to the French Riviera. 'I was worried about how I would present myself. Sab log wahan itni achi english bolenge, main kahin left out na feel karun. I had a lot of nervous excitement. But once I got there, I don't know what magic happened, I felt so confident. Apart from my clothes, I was wearing my confidence. For those five minutes on the red carpet, I was living my dream,' he says. Vishal's outfit at the red carpet also came in limelight and the actor insists it added a layer of confidence. 'Mere wo outfit pehente hi logon ka nazariya badal gaya. With Mardaani 2, I made my acting debut, but with this, I made my fashion debut. The golden shoulders felt like they were my wings, and I was flying,' he says. The film received a good reception at the screening, including a nine-minute standing ovation, and Vishal gets emotional remembering that. 'Everyone was crying, and they were happy tears. I touched Neeraj (Ghaywan, director) sir's feet and hugged Karan (Johar) sir for giving me this opportunity. We were crying because an ovation like that has to be earned. Aap use khareed nahin sakte,' he says, adding, 'There were foreigners who were hugging each other and crying after watching the film. They came, shook my hand and even said thank you to me. I felt very proud of it.' Even before the premiere, Homebound had a big achievement as renowned American filmmaker Martin Scorsese came onboard as an Executive Producer on it. But Vishal shares, 'I don't watch many Hollywood films, and the ones I have, many of them were his. So, when his name first came up, I asked who he is. But when people told me about his films, I realised the magnanimity of it. Just to know that a top global director knows my name is more than an award for me,' he gushes. The actor was accompanied by his mother in Cannes, and he shares why it was a necessity for him: 'People are supporting me now, but it was my mum who was always with me. They know me as the actor Vishal Jethwa, but it was my mum who held my hand and took me to auditions. So, she deserves to live my success with me the most. My dream is to walk the red carpet of Cannes with my mum, and I still have that.' Vishal also asserts that the Cannes experience strengthen his bond with Janhvi and Ishaan. 'During filming, we were in character. But here, we got to know each other personally. Janhvi and I had such drastically different family and financial backgrounds growing up, but we share a comfortable zone where we can talk about anything to each other. Even Ishaan and I dance together and have a lot of fun. I feel glad that I got to make my Cannes debut with them,' he says.
News18
3 days ago
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Tara Sutaria Reacts To Rumoured Ex-Boyfriend Ahaan Panday's Saiyaara Teaser
Last Updated: The film, also starring Aneet Padda, is set to release on July 18, 2025. Ananya Panday's cousin, Ahaan Panday, is all set to make his grand Bollywood debut in Saiyaara. He will star alongside Aneet Padda, who will also make her debut in this romance film. The film's teaser was released on Friday, and as reactions pour in on social media, one particular comment has caught everyone's attention. Tara Sutaria, who is Ahaan's rumoured ex-girlfriend, has expressed her pride. YRF released the teaser of Saiyaara, an intense love story that introduces Ahaan Panday as a hero to the Hindi film industry. Tara Sutaria commented, 'AHAANIE! It's finally happening 🙂 So proud of you. You both are just wonderful in the trailer!!!! @ahaanpandayy." Tara's comment caught everyone's eye as she was rumoured to be dating Ahaan a long time ago. However, neither Tara nor Ahaan has confirmed this. Who Is Ahaan Panday? Ahaan Panday, born on December 23, 1997, in Mumbai, is set to make his Bollywood debut as an Indian actor and model. He is the son of Chikki Panday and Deanne Panday, and the nephew of actor Chunky Panday and cousin to actress Ananya Panday. Ahaan's early life was challenging due to his premature birth, which his cousin Alanna Panday described as being 'like the size of a rat," highlighting his resilience from a young age. Before pursuing acting, Ahaan gained experience behind the scenes, working as an assistant director on films like Mardaani 2 (2019) and Freaky Ali (2016). He has also been involved in short films such as Fifty and Jollywood, and has modelled for fashion brands, walking the ramp for designer Nandita Mahtani. Ahaan's much-anticipated acting debut will be in the romantic drama Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films. The film, also starring Aneet Padda, is set to release on July 18, 2025, and is expected to showcase Ahaan's potential as a leading actor in the industry. The teaser promises a film full of romance and drama. With a combination of industry experience and strong familial connections to Bollywood, Ahaan Panday is an actor to watch in the coming years. First Published:
News18
3 days ago
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Who Is Ahaan Panday? Ananya Panday's Cousin To Debut In Mohit Suri-Directed YRF Love Story
Last Updated: Ahaan is the nephew of Bollywood actor Chunky Panday and Bhavana Pandey, and cousin to Ananya and Rysa Panday. Ahaan Panday is the latest member of the Panday clan to step into the glamorous world of shobiz. Cousin of Bollywood actress Ananya Panday, he is all set to make his debut on the silver screen with the romantic film Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri and produced under Yash Raj Films. In Saiyaara, Ahaan shares the screen space with Aneet Padda, and together they will be bringing the love story to life. Though he belongs to a popular filmy family, much about Ahaan is not known to the public. If you haven't heard of his name before and are curious to know more about him, look no further. Who Is Ahaan Panday? Born on December 23, 1997, in Mumbai, Ahaan is the son of Chikki Panday and Deanne Panday. His sister, Alanna Panday, is a social media influencer who made her on-screen debut last year with Amazon Prime's reality show The Tribe. Ahaan is also the nephew of Bollywood actor Chunky Panday and reality TV star Bhavana Pandey, and cousin to Ananya and Rysa Panday. Ahaan completed his schooling from Oberoi International School and later graduated from the University of Mumbai. Reportedly, the 27-year-old debutant was keen about films from a very young age. He developed a passion for filmmaking, which ultimately led him to make his debut in the industry as an assistant director. Ahaan worked on notable projects like Freaky Ali, Mardaani 2 and the popular Netflix series The Railway Men as an AD. After a fair amount of experience in the industry, Ahaan is all set to make his acting debut with Mohit Suri's Saiyaara, scheduled to be released on June 18 in theatres. Besides acting and filmmaking, the 27-year-old is also a musician, composer, director, dancer and is interested in fashion and E-sports. Speaking of Ahaan's first film, Saiyaara, YRF released the much-awaited teaser of the romantic film on May 30. The 1-minute and 16-second teaser gives a glimpse of the love story where Ahaan is seemingly playing the character of a rockstar who falls in love with Aneet's character. The film was announced on April 22 by YRF. Saiyaara also marks the first collaboration between Mohit Suri and Yash Raj Films. First Published:
India Today
23-05-2025
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Homebound actor Vishal Jethwa feels like a 'misfit' in 'new world' of Bollywood
Actor Vishal Jethwa, who is set to star in Neeraj Ghaywan's 'Homebound', opened up about feeling like a misfit in today's evolving Bollywood landscape. Speaking during an interview at the ongoing 2025 Cannes Film Festival, Jethwa candidly shared that he often feels he doesn't truly belong in the to The Hollywood Reporter India, the 30-year-old actor discussed his career and how he never had the privilege of choice. He said, "Everyone believes that I started my journey from 2019. (But) I started as a background dancer and did television for 10 years. After that, people in Bollywood got to know that I made a debut."advertisementHe added, "But this world is very new to me. Sometimes, I actually feel that I don't belong to Bollywood. Apart from being an actor, if you see my value system and my lifestyle, I feel I am a misfit." Vishal Jethwa, who is best known for his role in 'Mardaani 2', talked about his journey in the industry and said that it has been "full of ups and downs".He explained, "I didn't have the privilege of taking a break without work. Right after I did 'Mardaani 2', there was a lockdown. I had to sit at home for a long time. I couldn't choose anything. Tab tak, I didn't have the privilege of choosing and selecting things. This phase was full of ups and downs."Vishal Jethwa's upcoming film 'Homebound' also stars Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor in lead roles. The film was presented at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, where it bagged a thunderous nine-minute standing ovation. The emotional response left the cast and crew overwhelmed and revolves around two childhood friends from a small village in North India who dream of becoming police officers to gain respect and dignity. But as they get closer to their goal, their friendship is tested by pressure and by Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen Mishra, the film has the legendary Martin Scorsese as its executive producer.
News18
23-05-2025
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Vishal Jethwa Opens Up About Feeling Like A ‘Misfit' In Bollywood
Vishal Jethwa was recently present at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 for the world premiere of his film Homebound. Vishal Jethwa, who rose to fame with the Rani Mukherji-starrer Mardaani 2, is gearing up for his upcoming film Homebound. Directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, the film had its world premiere at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, where it received a remarkable 9-minute standing ovation. Vishal shared the screen with Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter, playing the role of Chandan. During his Cannes appearance, he opened up about his roller-coaster-like journey in Bollywood, sharing his experiences and insights. In an interview at the Cannes Film Festival, Vishal got candid about his journey in showbiz. The actor revealed how even after receiving praise with Mardaani 2, he feels 'misfit' in the industry. Vishal stated, 'Everyone believes that I started my journey from 2019. (But) I started as a background dancer and did television for 10 years. After that, people in Bollywood got to know that I made a debut." Recalling the challenges he faced after Mardaani 2, he added, 'But this world is very new to me. Sometimes, I actually feel that I don't belong to Bollywood. Apart from being an actor, if you see my value system and my lifestyle, I feel I am a misfit." The 30-year-old actor further revealed, 'My journey, until here, has been full of ups and downs. I didn't have the privilege of taking a break without work. Right after I did Mardaani 2, there was a lockdown. I had to sit at home for a long time. I couldn't choose anything. Tab tak, I didn't have the privilege of choosing and selecting things. This phase was full of ups and downs." Shedding light on Homebound, the film follows an emotional tale of two childhood friends from a small North Indian village who chase a police job that promises them the dignity they've long been denied. But as they inch closer to their dream, mounting desperation threatens the bond that holds them together. The film received a 9-minute-long standing ovation at the festival after its premiere. Neeraj Ghaywan and Karan Johar expressed their gratitude for the warm reception to the film. First Published:
