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Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kishore Kumar refused to give bribe to get National Award nomination, recalls son Amit: ‘The remake of his film in Tamil won the award'
Actor, singer, and filmmaker Kishore Kumar's legacy in Hindi cinema is unparalleled. Despite leaving an indelible mark that inspired generations, the all-rounder of Hindi cinema never received a National Award. In a recent interaction, his son Amit Kumar spoke about an incident that took place after the release of Kishore Kumar's film Door Gagan Ki Chhaon Mein, when the legendary artist was asked for a bribe in exchange for a National Award nomination. What followed reflected Kishore Kumar's strong principles. In a recent conversation with Vickey Lalwani, Amit admitted that there was buzz around Door Gagan Ki Chhaon Mein being considered for a National Award. 'Yes, the film was recommended for National Awards.' When asked whether Kishore Kumar was asked for a bribe just to get nominated, Amit shared, 'Somebody from the Ministry in Delhi had called my father. At that time, films like Haqeeqat, Dosti and Door Gagan Ki Chhaon Mein were being considered. They told my father, 'If you give something then we can get you nominated.' My father was like, 'Why are you after my life? My film is a hit.'' Amit revealed that the film ran for 23 weeks at Super Cinema (a theatre) in Mumbai and also celebrated a silver jubilee in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. However, when the box office collections began to dip slightly after the 23rd week, the film's distributor, Hiranandani, urged Kishore Kumar to consider giving in to the bribe demand, arguing that a nomination would generate more buzz. But the actor-filmmaker firmly refused. Recalling his father's reaction, Amit said, 'He said, 'Chalo hatao. This film gave me a lot of trouble. It already took 4 years to make this.'' He added that the film was a success primarily due to strong word of mouth. Amit also revealed the biggest irony — Kishore Kumar had sold the rights of the film, and it was later remade in Tamil as Ramu, starring Gemini Ganesan. That version went on to win the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil. Door Gagan Ki Chhaon Mein was directed, written, and produced by Kishore Kumar. He also played the lead role in the film. The movie starred veteran actress Supriya Devi and a young Amit Kumar. It was an adaptation of the American film The Proud Rebel.
India Today
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Jr NTR, Kalyan Ram pay tribute to NTR on birth anniversary amid massive crowd
Jr NTR and Nandamuri Kalyan Ram visited NTR Ghat to pay homage to their grandfather, the iconic Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao aka NTR, on his 102nd birth anniversary. The two offered prayers, placed floral wreaths and sat there for a few moments to pay tribute. Every year, the brothers visit NTR Ghat to pay tribute on their grandfather's birth and death early Wednesday morning, Jr NTR and Kalyan arrived together amidst a huge crowd. The 'RRR' actor was surrounded by bouncers pushing their fans away. However, he noticed them and shook hands with some of are some videos: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kamlesh Nand (work) (@artistrybuzz_) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kamlesh Nand (work) (@artistrybuzz_) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kamlesh Nand (work) (@artistrybuzz_) The videos from a paparazzi account show a few fans being dragged by the bouncers, while a lot of them were stopped at the gate to avoid commotion. Jr NTR waved at them and signalled them bye before leaving the Taraka Rama Rao featured in nearly 300 films and won three National Awards. After a successful acting career, he transitioned to politics and served as the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh for seven years across three was an iconic figure in the world of politics and cinema. In 2023, his son, Nandamuri Balakrishna aka Balayya, celebrated the centenary year and held events throughout the year to remember the legend. Rajinikanth was one of the chief guests at the Reel
News18
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Kamal Haasan & Mani Ratnam Talk About Reuniting 38 Years After 'Nayakan' In 'Thug Life'
Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam open up about why it took 38 years to reunite. The legendary duo, who last left audiences spellbound with the 1987 cult classic 'Nayakan', are back together for 'Thug Life'. The original film won three National Awards and was India's official entry to the Oscars in 1988. Watch the video to hear the legends reflect on their iconic partnership. bollywood news | entertainment news live | latest bollywood news | bollywood | news18 | n18oc_moviesLiked the video? Please press the thumbs up icon and leave a comment. Subscribe to Showsha YouTube channel and never miss a video: Showsha on Instagram: Showsha on Facebook: Showsha on X: Showsha on Snapchat: entertainment and lifestyle news and updates on:
News18
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Aanand L Rai Pens Emotional Note As Tanu Weds Manu Returns Clocks 10 Years
Last Updated: The film starred Kangana Ranaut and R Madhavan as the leads. It has been a whole decade since Aanand L Rai and Colour Yellow released one of Bollywood's most daring and beloved rom-com sequels, Tanu Weds Manu Returns. The film hit theatres in 2015 and quickly became a classic, celebrated for its hilariously chaotic and entertaining depiction of imperfect love. To mark the 10-year milestone, director Aanand L Rai shared a touching Instagram post filled with behind-the-scenes memories. He wrote, '10 saal kam nahi hote par phir bhi aise lag raha hai jaise kal ki hi baat thi. Bahut saara pyar. Love you and miss you guys. @kanganaranaut @actormaddy @deepakdobriyal1 @jimmysheirgill @mohdzeeshanayyub #HimanshuSharma #TanuWedsManuReTurns10 #10YearsOfTanuWedsManuReturns 💛 @cypplofficial." Check it out here: The film starred Kangana Ranaut and R Madhavan as the leads. Kangana Ranaut's unforgettable performance as the fiery Tanu and the fierce yet grounded Datto, alongside R Madhavan's endearing and sometimes confused Manu, made this film a pop culture milestone. The crackling chemistry, messy drama, and memorable one-liners we still quote with pride made it a standout. The film also won three National Awards, including Best Dialogue for Himanshu Sharma and Best Actress for Kangana's outstanding performance. Written by Himanshu Sharma and backed by Colour Yellow, Tanu Weds Manu Returns was notable for its sharp writing, richly developed characters, and refreshingly realistic take on love. The ensemble cast, featuring Jimmy Shergill, Deepak Dobriyal, Swara Bhasker, and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, added to its charm, making it more than just an entertaining story—it became an emotion. Ten years later, we still root for Tanu and Manu, and for the filmmaker who brought their story to life. Rai is already onto his next projects, with Tere Ishk Mein arriving in November 2025 and Tu Yaa Main coming on Valentine's Day next year. First Published:
Indian Express
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Producer Sandra Thomas claims portion of Malayalam film budgets being earmarked for drugs: ‘Even separate rooms are allotted'
The purported rampant inflow of drugs into the Malayalam film industry has been a hot topic for quite some time now. While these were initially just speculations — mostly hearsay — things took a serious turn recently when actor Vincy Aloshious filed a complaint with the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) against her Soothravakyam co-star Shine Tom Chacko, alleging that he harassed her while under the influence of drugs. Although she chose not to pursue legal action against him, the incident brought renewed attention to the growing issue of drug abuse in the industry. In 2023, when allegations of substance abuse among industry insiders spilt into the public realm, producer-actor Sandra Thomas was one of the prominent voices affirming that there was 'rampant drug usage' in Malayalam cinema. Fast forward two years, and according to her, not much has changed. In fact, the situation may have only worsened, with the environment becoming even more conducive to such behaviour. Only in SCREEN | Forget the actor, it's Mohanlal the producer who should make a comeback; the one behind both his National Awards for Best Actor She also recently tore into the associations concerned for their inefficiency in monitoring the issue and for failing to implement measures to curb such harmful practices at their root. 'The associations concerned should have taken a proper stand against drug use in Mollywood at least five or ten years ago. Everyone is aware of what is happening on the sets. But no one took a corrective step, as they need these people in their future projects,' she said during a chat with Onmanorama. Sandra went one step forward and even alleged that the makers were now earmarking money from the film's budget for procuring drugs. 'Now, a special budget is being allotted exclusively for this. Even separate rooms are allotted for this purpose. However, the associations say the entire industry cannot be blamed just because of one or two people. I heard Listin (producer Listin Stephen of Magic Frames) give such a statement a few days ago. So, aren't people like Listin aware of this problem? Don't they know that drugs are lavishly available and are used on the sets? They have refused to take a step against it. It has now reached a stage where both men and women and everyone, irrespective of their status, use it,' she said. Also Read | Shah Rukh Khan left quietly after I told him 'nas kaat lungi', recalls Wamiqa Gabbi: 'There was pin-drop silence on the sets of Baby John' Sandra continued, 'Producers are unwilling to raise a complaint because of fear it will stall their projects. If someone is caught on the sets, the shooting gets stalled. It also ruins the goodwill of the actor. What is the point in doing a movie with him if his goodwill is lost?' Known for bankrolling movies such as Friday (2012), Zachariayude Garbhinikal (2013), Philips and the Monkey Pen (2013), Peruchazhi (2014), Aadu (2015) and Adi Kapyare Kootamani (2015) with actor-producer Vijay Babu under the banner of Friday Film House that the two founded jointly, Sandra Thomas departed from the firm in 2017. She later established Sandra Thomas Productions and made her comeback by bankrolling Nalla Nilavulla Rathri (2023).
