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Hindustan Times
15 hours ago
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- Hindustan Times
Did Saif Ali Khan subtly weigh in on Deepika Padukone-Sandeep Reddy Vanga Spirit row?: 'I hate coming home and...'
Deepika Padukone and Prabhas were set to reunite on screen once again following their Kalki 2898 AD stint. The actor and mother of one, was officially brought on board for the Prabhas-starrer Spirit, earlier this month, set to be helmed by Animal fame director Sandeep Reddy Vanga. However, in a matter of a few weeks things seemed to have soured to a point of controversy. Trouble seemingly began when Deepika, as per multiple media reports, allegedly made work demands that were taxing to Sandeep's sensibilities. A fat ₹20 crore fee, 8-hour work days and an alleged refusal to mouth dialogues in Telugu, collectively got the director's goat. Soon enough, reports started circulating about Deepika having walked out of the film. What really sealed the controversy in though, was the overnight announcement crowning Triptii Dimri as the female lead opposite Prabhas. A post shared by Triptii Dimri (@tripti_dimri) Things seemingly got worse when Sandeep himself penned an all but direct jab at Deepika, alleging she has disclosed details of the film whilst also running a PR campaign directed against Triptii — he also went so far as to conclude the note with the saying, "khundak mein billi khamba noche". In the days that followed, many have directly or indirectly, weighed in on the Deepika-Vanga row. For instance Ajay Devgn and Kajol were the first to state how much of the industry is sympathetic to demands of work-life balance, especially when the actors in question having young kids at home. The latest to join the list may just be Saif Ali Khan. During a recent chat at the Arab Media Summit, Saif reflected on the importance of choosing to give time to his family, despite pressing work schedules. 'I hate coming home and seeing the kids already asleep. That's not success. Success is being able to say, 'No, I need to go home now to catch that half hour with them' ", he said, adding, "We get four holidays a year, and when my kids are on break, I don't work. That time is sacred. I'm at that crazy age where I have to call both my mom and my children. You think it's just your parents you have to check on — then you realise it's both". A post shared by Kareena Kapoor Khan (@kareenakapoorkhan) In the days that followed, many have directly or indirectly, weighed in on the Deepika-Vanga row. For instance Ajay Devgn and Kajol were the first to state how much of the industry is sympathetic to demands of work-life balance, especially when the actors in question having young kids at home. The latest to join the list may just be Saif Ali Khan. During a recent chat at the Arab Media Summit, Saif reflected on the importance of choosing to give time to his family, despite pressing work schedules. 'I hate coming home and seeing the kids already asleep. That's not success. Success is being able to say, 'No, I need to go home now to catch that half hour with them' ", he said, adding, "We get four holidays a year, and when my kids are on break, I don't work. That time is sacred. I'm at that crazy age where I have to call both my mom and my children. You think it's just your parents you have to check on — then you realise it's both". His parting shot? 'Success and privilege, for me, is being able to say no to work and yes to time with my family', shared Saif.
India.com
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Not Deepika Padukone, Priyanka Chopra or Aishwarya Rai, this heroine was the most expensive actress, beat three Khans, left Bollywood at the peak of career, she is…
Deepika Padukone has left director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's film 'Spirit'. After this, a lot of uproar was seen. The biggest issue was of 'gender pay'. According to many reports, Deepika left the film because the production refused to give her ₹ 20 crores as per her demand, while the male lead of the film Prabhas, is charging more than Rs 100 crores. Well, the issue of the gender pay gap has been raised many times in cinema. This has been happening since ancient times, not today. But now actresses openly express their views on this. But in the 90s, there was one heroine who proved to be an exception in this case. She had left even the superstars behind. This name is of Sridevi, who is considered to be one of India's first pan-India stars. There used to be a competition to cast her in their films. There used to be a lot of issues with dates. In such a situation, she was also the highest-paid star. Sridevi holds the record of being the first female actor to charge ₹1 crore for a film. She earned this amount for 'Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja' released in 1993. It was one of the most expensive Indian films of that time. The first actress who asked for such a high amount Sridevi's fees were not only a burden on actresses but also on actors. At that time, only Chiranjeevi was charging more than her for a film. Then, soon Sridevi increased her fees. By the mid-90s, when Kamal Haasan and Amitabh Bachchan joined the Rs 1 crore club, Sridevi was charging more than them. This record is a big thing in itself. Big stars were helpless in front of Sridevi The three Khans entered Bollywood during 1992-97. Stars like Shah Rukh, Salman and Aamir Khan, Sunny Deol, and Sanjay Dutt came and slowly started dominating the industry. Even then, they were charging between Rs 50-75 lakhs at that time. It was not until the end of the 90s, when Sridevi retired from films. It was only when Sridevi took a break from films that the three Khans crossed the Rs 1 crore mark. Meaning Sridevi was way ahead of them. When Sridevi took a break, she was just 33 years old. Sridevi was as beautiful as she was talented. She was a top star not only in Bollywood but also in Tamil and Telugu films. Sridevi was at the peak of her stardom in the mid-90s. But everyone was surprised when she announced a break from films in 1996. Why did Sridevi retire at 33? What happened was that Sridevi was pregnant. Janhvi Kapoor was in her womb. In such a situation, she wanted to take a break from her career and take time for her family. The 1997 release 'Judai' was her last film for almost 15 years. She was only 33 years old when she retired. Then she remained busy raising her daughters, Khushi and Janhvi, for many years. Sridevi made a comeback with the TV show 'Malini Iyer' in 2004-05. But she made her lead role on the big screen in 'English Vinglish' in 2012. Then she was also seen working in 'Puli' (2015) and 'Mom' (2017). Sridevi died in 2018 at the age of 54.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Deepika Padukone Talks About 'Thriving, Authenticity' Amid Sandeep Reddy Vanga Row
Last Updated: Deepika Padukone said that she thrives when she feels her most authentic self. Deepika Padukone is currently making headlines for the chatter around her reported removal from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit. Amid the controversy surrounding the Prabhas starrer, Deepika made a stunning appearance at an event in Stockholm, Sweden. In a new post for the brand, Deepika, exuding confidence, opened up about how she thrives. Deepika Padukone said, 'I thrive when I am able to find my equilibrium and balance. When I feel my most authentic self." Dressed in a bold red gown paired with a plush fur overcoat and exquisite jewellery, the actress left fans gushing as she exuded confidence in the video. Have a look here: The now-viral video is a part of Deepika's campaign for Cartier. Deepika Padukone is a global ambassador for the French luxury jewellery brand Cartier, and she attended a high-profile fashion event recently. Impressed by the actress, Mrunal Thakur and Rohit Saraf 'liked' her video. Orry commented, 'When the diamond itself is wearing Cartier 😍😍😍😍😍." Deepika Padukone's fans also rushed to the comments to express their love and appreciation for the star amid the Spirit controversy. One person wrote, 'Silence is the best medicine. You proved it ❤️❤️." Another added, 'Goddess." One fan commented, 'My perfect and gorgeous lady🔥🔥." Another wrote, 'No one would want to lose a diamond like you." For the unversed, it was first reported that Deepika Padukone was removed from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's film, Spirit, due to a clash of demands. Reports claimed that new mom Deepika wanted a high remuneration and an 8-hour workday. Deepika reportedly demanded remuneration upwards of Rs 20 crore, which Sandeep couldn't match. After her reported removal, Triptii Dimri confirmed that she was going to star in Spirit as the female lead. As per Telugu sites like Telugu 360, Triptii Dimri is charging Rs 4 crore for the film. While there is no official confirmation on the figures yet, these numbers are much lower than what Deepika Padukone reportedly wanted for Spirit. Triptii has previously collaborated with Vanga on the massive box office hit film, Animal. Soon after, Sandeep Reddy Vanga called out an unnamed actor for 'dirty" PR games and accused them of leaking the script to the media. Although Deepika Padukone will not be seen with Prabhas in Spirit, she will reprise her role in the sequel of Kalki 2898 AD. Deepika, who is a new mother, will begin the shoot soon. The film also stars Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan. First Published:
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Prabhas 'Threatened To Kill' Vishnu Manchu For THIS Reason; Kannappa Actor Reveals
Last Updated: In a recent interview, Vishnu Manchu revealed that Prabhas and Mohanlal did Kannappa for free and did not charge any money. Vishnu Manchu is currently gearing up for the release of his next movie, Kannappa. Also starring Prabhas and Mohanlal in the lead, the film is reportedly made on a budget of over Rs 200 crore. However, do you know that Vishnu did not pay even a single penny to either of these stars for his film? In a recent interview, Vishnu Manchu revealed that Prabhas and Mohanlal did Kannappa for free and did not charge any money. He expressed gratitude towards them and told SCREEN, 'Two people helped me greatly to make the film what it is today: Mohanlal and Prabhas. Mohanlal is such great superstar, he didn't really have to do a small role in my film, but due to his love and respect for my father, he agreed to do the role in less than a minute." 'Secondly, Prabhas. He is a great friend of mine. He is not just one of the biggest stars in India but Asia. He too didn't have to do this role. But after I confessed to him that I would need his presence for a greater reach of my film, he agreed immediately. He didn't even care to listen to his role in the film," he added. The actor further mentioned that Prabhas even threatened to kill him for offering him a fee for his work. 'Both Prabhas and Mohanlal didn't take a single penny to do the role. Every time I ask them to quote their fees, they would yell at me. They will say: 'Itne bade aadmi hogaye ho ki humein paise doge?' Mohanlal said you grew up around me and today you dare to pay me for my work? Prabhas threatened to kill me," he said. Vishnu also revealed that while Prabhas and Mohanlal did not charge any money, Akshay Kumar also charged far less than his standard fees. Kannappa delves deep into our history, bringing to life the extraordinary journey of Kannappa Nayanar, a revered Shaivite saint known for his unyielding devotion to Lord Shiva. Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and produced by M. Mohan Babu, Kannappa is set to be a cinematic marvel, blending traditional storytelling with cutting-edge technology to create an awe-inspiring visual spectacle. The film is set to be released worldwide on 25th April 2025. First Published:
Hans India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Gaddar Film Awards 2025: Kalki 2898 AD wins Best Film award, Allu Arjun Best Actor
Hyderabad: Prabhas starrer 'Kalki 2898 AD' has been declared as the best feature film while Allu Arjun bagged the best leading actor award for his powerful performance in 'Pushpa-2' in maiden Gaddar Telangana Film Awards 2025 announced by the Telangana government on Thursday. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will present the awards at a grand ceremony to be organized at Hitex in Hyderabad on June 14. Announcing the awards, Jury chairman and veteran actress Jayasudha and Telangana Film Development Corporation chairman Dil Raju said that a total of 21 individuals would receive special jury and individual awards. Several other awards were also announced in the names of Telugu cinema legends like NTR, Paidi Jayaraj, BN Reddy, Nagireddy-Chakrapani, Kantha Rao and Raghupathi Venkaiah. Nivetha Thomas has been adjudged as the best leading actress for '35-Chinna Katha Kadu'. Nag Ashwin got the best director award for 'Kalki 2898 AD'. Bheems Ceciroleo adjudged best music director for 'Razakar'. SJ Surya bagged the best supporting actor award for 'Saripoda Sanivaram' while Saranya Pradeep received the best supporting actress award for her performance in 'Ambajipeta Marriage Band'. Sid Sriram is the best male playback singer for the song 'Nizame Ne Chebutunna' from the film 'Ooru Peru Bhairavakona'. Shreya Goshal is the best female playback singer for the song 'Suseti Aggi Ravva' from 'Pushpa 2'. The jury picked Satya and Vennela Kishore for best comedian award for the film 'Mattu Vadalara-2'. Venky Atluri is the best screenplay writer for 'Lucky Bhaskar' while Siva Paladugu is the best story writer for 'Music shop Murthy'. Chandra Bose bagged the best lyricist award for 'Raju Yadav' while Vishawanath Reddy got best cinematographer award for 'Gaami'. Actor Dulquer Salmaan bagged special jury award for 'Lucky Bhasker', Ananya Nagalla for 'Pottel', Sujith and Sandeep for 'KA', Prashanth Reddy and Rajesh Kallepally for 'Raju Yadav' and Faria Abdullah for rap song in 'Mattu Vadalara-2'. 'Pottel' and 'Lucky Bhasker' were declared second and third best feature films, respectively. 'Committee Kurrollu' adjudged best feature film on national integration, communal harmony and social uplift of depressed classes. The jury declared '35 Chinna Katha Kadu' as the best children's film and 'Razakar' as the best feature film on history. Yedu Vamsee is the best debut feature film director for 'Committee Kurrollu'. 'Aay…Mem friends andi' was picked as the best wholesome entertainment film. This is the first official state-level film awards since the formation of Telangana, putting an end to the long pause since the last Nandi Awards were presented in the undivided Andhra Pradesh in 2011. The jury had received 1,248 nominations for the awards in 11 categories. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy last year announced that Nandi awards for excellence in Telugu cinema will be revived and renamed after revolutionary poet and balladeer Gaddar, who passed away in 2023.
