Latest news with #Padosan
New Indian Express
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Divya Khossla and Neil Nitin Mukesh to star in Ek Chatur Naar; first look poster, release date out
The makers unveiled two motion posters of the film which features Divya and Neil in a quirky avatar. In one of them, Divya is shown to be cutting some vegetables and is about slice a finger of Neil which is on the table. In the second poster, Neil is stuck in a cellphone as the long pony tail of Divya surrounds the phone and takes shape of a snake. All the while, a recreated version of the old song from Padosan plays over.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Kishore Kumar turned dialogue into song: Sanjay Dutt recalls his father's friendship with the music legend
The versatile actor once shared a fond moment about the legendary friendship between his father, , and iconic singer-actor during the making of the classic film 'Padosan.' Recently a video of 'The Raja Saab' actor from his appearance on the reality show 'Indian Idol' surfaced on social media again. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In the clip, Sanjay Dutt described the bond between the two stalwarts of Indian cinema as something truly special. "There was such a deep friendship where they used to call each other Guru and Bhola," he recalled, adding, "They even started learning music together. It just happened so organically. They would come to the sets, discuss the scenes, and shoot—everything had a certain flow to it. There used to be so much improvisation; it was madness on set. " Sanjay also shared a memorable incident from the sets of 'Padosan.' He said, "Dada came, he read the scene, and he told my father, 'Pack up.'" My father was like, 'Pack up? Oh my God!' Kishore Kumar left after that and told him, 'We'll meet tomorrow morning.' That night, he went and recorded a song. The next day, he came back and said, "These won't be dialogues anymore—this will be a song in the film." It is believed that the song he was referring to is the iconic 'Ek Chatur Naar Karke Sringar'. Some of the key songs sung by Kishore Kumar in the movie include 'Mere Samne Wali Khidki Mein,' 'Kehna Hai Kehna Hai,' and 'Mere Bhole Balam'. These songs were composed by R.D. Burman with lyrics by Rajendra Krishan. Sanjay Dutt was recently seen in the grand cast comedy thriller 'Housefull 5,' released on June 6. The film features Akshay Kumar, with Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Fardeen Khan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Sonam Bajwa, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, and many others. He will be seen in upcoming films including 'Baaghi 4,' 'Welcome to the Jungle,' and the Prabhas starrer 'The Raja Saab.'
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kishore Kumar once called Mumbai a 'friendless city', revealed he was 'conned' into acting: 'Everyone seeks to exploit you'
Kishore Kumar was more than just a voice, he was a whirlwind of talent, mischief and magic. From singing timeless hits like 'Roop Tera Mastana' and 'Mere Sapno Ki Rani' to playing unforgettable roles in 'Padosan' and 'Half Ticket', he ruled hearts across generations. But behind the laughter and melodies was a man deeply troubled by fame and the city that came with it. Kishore once revealed how Mumbai never felt like home, only a trap. In a throwback with The Illustrated Weekly of India, Kishore opened up about how much he disliked the city and the film industry . The 'Zindagi Ek Safar Hai Suhana' singer didn't hold back as he said, 'Who can live in this stupid, friendless city where everyone seeks to exploit you every moment of the day? Can you trust anyone out here? Is anyone trustworthy? Is anyone a friend you can count on? I am determined to get out of this futile rat race and live as I've always wanted to. In my native Khandwa, the land of my forefathers. Who wants to die in this ugly city?' A career he never wanted Many people don't know that Kishore Kumar never wanted to be an actor. His real dream was to sing. But because of his brother Ashok Kumar 's fame, the film world pulled him into acting. He further said, 'I was conned into doing this. All I wanted was to sing, and yet due to peculiar circumstances, I was persuaded to act in the movies. The directors don't give a dan about me, they just need me because I sell.'* Doing everything to avoid acting Kishore Kumar went to great lengths to avoid acting in films. He used all sorts of tricks to get out of it, even behaving in ways people thought were strange. He admitted, 'I have tried every trick in the book to get out of acting. I muffed my lines, pretended to be crazy, shaved my head off, played difficult, began yodelling in the midst of tragic scenes, told Meena Kumari what I was supposed to tell Bina Rai in some other film. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo They still wouldn't let me go, and I hated every second of it.' Despite all this, the film industry wouldn't let him go, because he was a star, and they knew he sold tickets. The real reason he came to Mumbai The 'Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas' singer never moved to Mumbai to become a star. He only came because he hoped to meet his singing idol, KL Saigal, through his brother Ashok. He revealed, 'The industry was determined to make a star out of me because I was dadamoni's (Ashok) brother.' A dream that remained unfulfilled Kishore had made up his mind to leave Mumbai and go back to Khandwa, his hometown. He wanted to leave the city and the stress behind, and return to a peaceful life. But life had other plans. Though he needed two more years to wrap up his work, he sadly passed away before he could move. Kishore Kumar passed away due to a heart attack on 13 October 1987 in Mumbai. Exclusive | Kajol CANDID On Horror Fears and Son Yug's Voice Debut In 'Karate Kids: Legends' Dharmendra Recommends Amitabh Bachchan for Sholay Role | How Big B Landed Jai's Role
India Today
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
My radiant queen: Saira Banu remembers mother Naseem Banu on her death anniversary
Veteran actor Saira Banu paid a heartfelt tribute to her mother, actor Naseem Banu, on her death anniversary. Sharing a beautiful throwback photo of the late actor on Instagram, Saira remembered her as a trailblazer in Indian cinema and a guiding light in her personal an emotional note, Saira Banu wrote, 'My beloved mother, Pari Chehra, was the brightest star, rather, she was a constellation in her own right. The first female superstar of Indian cinema, she lit up the screen with a charm that captivated millions. But behind that legendary beauty and fame was a soul rooted in resilience, grace, and boundless love."advertisementNaseem Banu, who began her career with Sohrab Modi's 'Pukar' as Empress Noorjahan, was widely admired for her stunning looks and powerful screen presence. Saira recalled, 'The impact was so powerful that audiences would remove their shoes before entering the cinema as if stepping into a real Mughal court. Icons like Dilip Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan have called her the most beautiful woman they had ever seen." Saira Banu's Instagram post for mother Naseem Banu on her death anniversary. (Photo Credit: Instagram/Saira Banu) Saira also reflected on her mother's influence, not just in film but in life. She wrote, 'Her beauty wasn't just skin-deep. It was in her spirit how she balanced tradition and modernity with grace (sic)." She remembered how, despite being educated in London, Naseem ensured that the family stayed connected to their Indian roots by spending summers in Bombay or strong and inspiring woman, Naseem Banu took on the role of protector early in life and later became a major influence in Saira Banu's decision to join the film industry. 'Her creative vision influenced my decision to pursue a career in film rather than following academics,' Saira her touching tribute, Saira wrote, 'And then came this day, June 18, 2002, the day my radiant queen left us, casting us into the darkest gloom of a life without her light."Saira Banu is known for her famous roles in hit films like 'Padosan' and 'Junglee'. She married superstar Dilip Kumar in 1966, and they shared a strong and loving bond until his death in 2021. Since then, she has mostly stayed away from the Reel
India.com
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
India's highest-paid comedian, once sold eggs on street, then charged more than Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, used to scare heroes with his…, name was…
Names like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Prabhas, are highest-paid actors today, charging over Rs 150 crore per film precisely. These superstars headline mass entertainers, the genre that majorly dominates the box office. So, it would be difficult to imagine a time when the title of India's highest-paid actor was once held by a comedian. Well, today we will be discussing this talented artist whose impeccable films and hilarious performances etched his name in the Indian Industry forever. In 1960s, he wasn't just India's leading comedian, but also a bankable star in his own right. He was none other than Mehmood, son of Mumtaz Ali, who was a dancer and actor in Bombay Talkies. Mehmood's family faced severe financial challenges due to which his father fell into alcoholism and lost his career. Due to unfortunate circumstances, he became the sole earner of his family. To make ends meet, Mehmood did several odd jobs to survive. He worked as a driver, sold eggs on street, also became a horse-riding instructor and tennis coach. During this difficult phase, he managed to enter the film industry and stared working as a junior artiste. In 1950s, he made his name as comic character actor by appearing in supporting roles like CID and Pyasa. Following that, he led many successful films like Padosan, Bhoot Bungla, Johar Mehmood in Hong Kong, Bombay to Goa, and became the highest-paid actor in the country. Reportedly, Mehmood used to charge Rs 7.5 lakh for just two-week cameos in films at the time. Even superstars like Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Shammi Kapoor were not able to cross this mark until mid-70s. The ace comedian's presence intimated heroes to an extent that they would reject starring with him in the same film. In 1996, he released Dushman Duniya Ka , his final directorial. His final on-screen appearance was in Ghar Bazar , a box office flop. The actor passed away in 2004, leaving millions of his fans shattered and heartbroken.
