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News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
This Award-Winning Blockbuster Film Made For Just Rs 12 Lakh Set Off Bollywood's Underworld Genre
When Vidhu Vinod Chopra set out to make Parinda in 1989, he had little money but a powerful story. With just Rs 12 lakh and a team of actors still climbing the ladder of stardom, he created a gritty crime drama that would go on to reshape Hindi cinema. What followed was not just box office success, Rs 9 crore in earnings, but a cultural shift. Parinda is now widely considered the film that laid the foundation for Bollywood's underworld genre. Starring Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Madhuri Dixit, and Nana Patekar, the film broke away from the melodrama of the era. (News18 Hindi) Parinda portrayed gangland Mumbai with startling realism, long before films like Satya or Company made it fashionable. The raw intensity, atmospheric visuals, and tight narrative were unlike anything the audience had seen. The characters were grey, their morality blurred. Nana Patekar, who played the unpredictable gangster Anna, became a standout. His portrayal was unnerving and unpredictable, an unusual villain for its time. Before Parinda, Patekar was mostly known for his work in theatre. Madhuri Dixit, too, was still looking to break into the mainstream. But this film would change the trajectory for both of them. (News18 Hindi) Speaking to Hindustan Times, the director recalled how he refused to compromise despite the limited budget. "I'd seen Nana in a play called Purush, and it's very important to say this, but those days, I never used to curse. I was a very well-behaved young man from Kashmir. But it all changed because of Nana," he said. But Parinda wasn't an easy shoot. The friction between Chopra and Patekar on set has since become part of the film's lore. (News18 Hindi) Recounting one heated moment during a reality show appearance, Chopra revealed, "When I'd direct him (Nana) in a scene, he'd hurl abuses at me. I wondered how I would direct him at all. So, that's when I started abusing him back. I started swearing only because I had to direct Nana," adding, "There's a scene in the film where Nana asks if he has tears in his eyes after his wife has died… We'd been shooting all day, and it was late in the evening. Nana declared that he was too tired to continue and that he was going home. I told him, 'Sure, you pay for the overheads then'. He started swearing at me, I swore back, and in the scuffle, I tore his kurta. The cops on set said, 'We're here to protect you, and you're fighting among yourselves'." (News18 Hindi) Years later, Patekar gave his side of the story. Speaking in 2024, he said, "There's a tone to how we speak. Some people can't control their anger. I'm one of them. That day, the word 'action' was yelled so loudly it threw me off. My mood snapped. I have some unpleasant memories with Vidhu, and I think he does with me too. Even now, when we meet, it feels like it might be the last time." Despite the off-camera clashes, the results on-screen were electric. (News18 Hindi) Vidhu Vinod Chopra, a known perfectionist, reportedly had one actor slapped 17 times in a single scene to get the exact take he wanted. Jackie Shroff later revealed that detail in an interview, laughing off the relentless demands of his director. The accolades came swiftly. Parinda won five Filmfare Awards, including Best Supporting Actor for Nana Patekar and Best Editing for Renu Saluja. It also bagged a National Film Award and is now featured on many critics' lists of most influential films. (News18 Hindi)
Express Tribune
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
I am being harassed in my own home: Bollywood actor Tanushree Dutta breaks down in disturbing video
Tanushree Dutta, the first woman in India to publicly accuse a Bollywood actor of sexual harassment, has once again found herself at the center of a distressing situation. In a recent video posted on her Instagram has gone viral. Dutta, visibly shaken, pleads for help, claiming she has been facing constant harassment since 2018. The former Bollywood actor, known for sparking India's #MeToo movement, opened up about her ongoing struggles, revealing the toll it has taken on her mental and physical health. In the emotional video, she shared, 'I'm sick and tired of this harassment!! It's been going on since 2018,' and expressed her frustration by saying, 'Please someone help me. I was so fed up today that I finally called the local police.' She explained that she had contacted the police after loud, unexplained banging noises continued outside her apartment, something that has been happening for years. 'Since 2020, I've heard loud banging above my roof and outside my door at odd hours,' she added, revealing the impact it's had on her. Dutta opened up about the emotional toll the harassment has taken on her, noting that she now lives alone and struggles to trust anyone, not even domestic staff. 'I've had maids planted in my home. They've stolen from me. Now I do all the work myself. I'm sick, my house is a mess, I can't function,' she said. However, her struggle isn't a new one. In 2018, Dutta alleged that actor Nana Patekar had sexually harassed her. She alleged that Patekar made unwanted advances on the sets of Horn Ok Pleassss in 2008 during a dance sequence. What followed, she claims, was a coordinated smear campaign to discredit her, including being labeled a 'tantrum queen.' Her bravery in this public stand helped ignite India's #MeToo movement, mirroring the impact of similar movements in Hollywood. In addition to Patekar, Dutta also came forward with allegations of mistreatment from filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri during the filming of Chocolate (2005). In an interview with journalist Faridoon Shahryar, Dutta revealed how Agnihotri would call her to the set on days when she wasn't shooting. She would spend entire days sitting idle, unable to even sit in her vanity. 'Take your clothes off and dance in front of him,' Agnihotri allegedly told her, referring to a scene she wasn't even initially a part of. Her latest video has garnered widespread attention and support from her followers while some have expressed grave concern for her mental wellbeing and echoed her calls for her justice. She says she will soon file a formal complaint at the police station and has hinted that there is more yet to be revealed. Despite the years of pain, Dutta's voice remains one of the most significant in the Indian #MeToo movement.
The Hindu
29-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Actor Nana Patekar asks doctors to treat patients with empathy
Actor Nana Patekar has urged doctors to serve humanity by treating patients with empathy and not with the sole motive of making profits. He was speaking after inaugurating CentraCare, a new multi-speciality hospital, in Belagavi on Sunday. Mr. Patekar called upon the medical fraternity and businessmen to not solely pursue financial gains. 'Money is essential, keep some of it for yourself, but spend the excess amount for the needy and for the welfare of the community,' he said. 'Medicine is a noble profession. Doctors need to worship their profession. They should strive for affordable healthcare for all sections of society,' he added. He gave the example of Anna Bhide Misalwala of Pune who 'does not just sell Misal but served the people with love, affection and treats his customers with warmth and respect'. The Padmashri award-winning actor expressed deep concern over the distress faced by the farming community, burdened by debt due to unseasonal rainfall and drought. He advocated cluster farming by creating farming communities. Mr. Patekar expressed concern over some vested interests trying to divide society on various lines. 'We should all recognise the supremacy of humanity. We should aim to establish society that is beyond discrimination of caste, creed and religion. We need to give up parochial thinking and prioritise community welfare,' he said. Meanwhile, activist Manohar Kulkarni, also known as Sambhaji Bhide Guruji, urged the people to take up Yoga for good health. 'The Surya Namaskar offers comprehensive care for the body and mind. Everyone should practice it,' he said. Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar, MLA Asif (Raju) Sait, KLE Society chairman Prabhakar Kore, hospital director Neeta Deshpande and others were present.
Pink Villa
04-06-2025
- Business
- Pink Villa
SSMB29: Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli to kick off new schedule on June 9 in Hyderabad
SSMB29, starring Mahesh Babu in the lead role, has been making the headlines since its inception. With the schedule of the movie already completed, the next shooting will begin on June 9, 2025, in Hyderabad. As per sources, the much-awaited film will continue its shoot from this week. However, the cast of actors who are going to be part of the schedule is unclear. Talking about SSMB29, the movie hit the headlines after Bollywood actor Nana Patekar declined to feature in the globe-trotting adventure. According to News18, the actor was invited to play the role of Mahesh's father in the film, with SS Rajamouli travelling to Pune himself to narrate the script to the veteran actor. However, the Housefull 5 actor denied being part of the colossal venture as the role did not entice him enough. As per the report, a source said, 'The filmmaker had traveled from Hyderabad to Patekar's farmhouse in Pune to narrate the script. The duo had an interesting exchange of ideas, but then Patekar said - This isn't something he wants to do.' The actor was offered a whopping remuneration of Rs 20 crore, but he still decided to decline the offer. SSMB29 is said to be a globe-trotting jungle adventure film starring superstar Mahesh Babu in the lead role. Touted to be made on a massive scale, the project also has Priyanka Chopra Jonas as the co-lead. Apart from them, Malayalam superstar Prithviraj Sukumaran would also be part of the venture, playing a key role alongside the Khaleja actor. Earlier, Pinkvilla had exclusively reported that the film would be a single release, as opposed to the initial idea of a two-part cinematic venture. While the complete cast is yet to be unveiled, the film is expected to continue its shoot from 2026 and make a grand release in 2027. Coming to Mahesh Babu 's work front, the actor was last seen in the lead role in the 2024 movie Guntur Kaaram, directed by Trivikram. The action drama had actors like Sreeleela, Ramya Krishnan, Prakash Raj, Jayaram, Meenakshi Chaudhary, and more as pivotal characters.
United News of India
24-04-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Delhi court issues non-bailable warrant against Medha Patekar
New Delhi, Apr 23 (UNI) A Delhi Court on Wednesday issued a non bailable warrant against Medha Patkar for infringing the court order by not furnishing the one-year probation bond and also not depositing the fine of Rs 1 lakh in a defamation case filed by Delhi Lieutenant Govenor Vinay Kumar Saxena. Additional Sessions Judge (ASJ) Vishal Singh said, "Instead of appearing before the Court and to comply with the order on sentence dated 08/04/2025, the convict is absent and deliberately failed to comply with the order on sentence and to avail of the benefit of probation subject to furnishing of the compensation amount". The court further said, "The intention of convict Medha Patkar is apparent that she is deliberately violating the Court order; she is avoiding to appear before the Court and also avoiding to accept the terms of sentence passed against her. There is no order of suspension of sentence passed by this Court on 08/04/2025". "The Court is left with no option than to enforce the production of convict Medha Patkar through coercive order. Issue NBWs against convict Medha Patkar, through office of Commissioner of Police, Delhi Police, for next date," the court said. It asked for report regarding the serving of the warrant on May 3, the next date of hearing. The court said, "On the next date, if the convict fails to comply with the terms of order on sentence dated 08/04/2025, the Court will be constrained to reconsider the benevolent sentence and will have to alter the order on sentence". An application was filed on behalf of Medha Patkar for adjournment of the case in view of pendency of criminal revision petition filed before the High Court, but the judge dismissed the prayer. The court said, "The application has no substance; there is no direction in order dated 22/04/2025 of Hon'ble High Court that convict Medha Patkar is not required to comply with order on sentence dated 08/04/2025 passed by this Court. The present application is frivolous and mischievous and is only calculated to hoodwink the Court. The present application is, therefore, dismissed". On the previous date of hearing, the court said that the evidence proved beyond reasonable doubt that Medha Patkar published the Press Note dated November 24, 2000, carrying imputations on Saxena's character with intent to harm or having reason to believe that the imputations will harm his reputation. The Judicial Magistrate First Class(JMFC) convicted Patekar in May 2024 and pronounced a five-month imprisonment and a fine of Rs 10 lakh on July 1, 2024, for defaming Saxena. In default of payment of fine, Patekar was ordered to undergo further simple imprisonment of three months. The court rejected her request for release on probation of good conduct. Patekar had filed an appeal against the fine and imprisonment order before the Sessions Court UNI XC SSP
