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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
R Madhavan reveals he mistakenly called a girl ‘pretty young thing' in a speech: ‘I didn't mean to objectify'
R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh are winning the internet with the recent trailer of their upcoming film, 'Aap Jaisa Koi'. The video was shared with the caption 'barabari wala pyaar', and the actress has now shared her thoughts on it. Madhavan also spoke about how respect is often misunderstood in relationships, citing an example from his own life. R Madhavan about the importance of respect in a relationship At the recent trailer launch event, Fatima stated that an equal love is one where people respect each other and value one another's opinions. She believes that in a secure relationship, such views would not be dismissed outright. Actor R Madhavan shared a personal experience to explain the importance of respect and how it is often misconstrued in relationships. "Mere saath hua tha ki ek baar jab galti se maine kisi speech mein ek ladki ko PYT, Pretty Young Thing bol diya and I didn't mean to objectify and it was something that was meant as a compliment jab hum school mein thayy. Par woh maine baad mein realise ki yeh ek objectification ho gaya hai. Toh woh joh barabari hai woh koi samajh nahi paaya hai," he shared. R Madhavan's son Vedaant opens up after winning Danish Open, says 'didn't want to live under dad's shadow' Trailer of Aap Jaisa Koi In the newly released trailer, Madhavan's character—a Sanskrit teacher—is seen struggling under the pressure of a family that holds regressive views on love, marriage, and family. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The on-screen chemistry between Fatima and Madhavan, along with their visible age difference, has piqued audience interest. About 'Aap Jaisa Koi' Director Vivek Soni shared that 'Aap Jaisa Koi' blends classic romance with contemporary themes to subtly address patriarchy without sounding preachy. The film, written by Radhika Anand and Jehan Handa, is set to premiere on OTT on July 11.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
R Madhavan's weight loss and fitness secret is just one simple rule; literally anyone can follow it
'De-Aging' Without a Budget Playing A Conflicted Man Behind the Clean-Shaven Look R Madhavan has always charmed audiences with his versatile acting and timeless appearance, but at the trailer launch of his upcoming film Aap Jaisa Koi, he spoke with striking honesty about his physical transformation, personal learnings, and evolving perspective on relationships. The film, which also stars Fatima Sana Shaikh, is set to premiere on Netflix on July 11, asked about how he manages to look younger with time, Madhavan brushed aside any talk of high-end treatments or cosmetic interventions. Joking that he doesn't have the budget for de-aging, he revealed that his appearance is largely a result of a simple change in training for his 2016 boxing film Saala Khadoos, Madhavan consulted various dieticians who advised him on complex diets and schedules. But none of their suggestions truly connected with him. It wasn't until he met an elderly man at an akhada (traditional wrestling training ground) that his outlook man gave him a straightforward piece of advice: eat only when hungry. That thought stuck with Madhavan. Since then, he has adopted the habit of mindful eating , ditching structured meal times and focusing on internal cues. The shift, he said, helped him lose weight and maintain his fitness without overcomplicating Aap Jaisa Koi, Madhavan plays Shrirenu Tripathi, a reserved, middle-aged man leading a structured life. His character's emotional journey begins when he meets Madhu Bose, portrayed by Fatima Sana Shaikh — a confident and independent woman. Their interactions begin to shift his perspective on love, identity, and shared that this theme of 'equal love' reflects not only in the film but also mirrors the confusion and caution people of his generation often face in real life. He admitted that he once referred to a woman as a 'PYT' (Pretty Young Thing), a term he believed to be a compliment from his school days. But later, he realized it might have come across as objectifying. It left him wondering how to apologize — and to whom — for something he never intended to offend explained that many people his age are still navigating what equality in modern relationships truly means. There's a constant fear of unintentionally offending someone, even when the intent is respectful. His character in the film deals with similar internal new look for the film — clean-shaven and younger — sparked a lot of positive comments online. Interestingly, he initially resisted this appearance. He recalled urging director Vivek Soni to let him keep some facial hair, worried he might not look good without it. But Soni insisted. Looking back at the response from viewers, Madhavan admitted he was thankful for the director's decision.
Indian Express
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Fatima Sana Shaikh defines ‘barabari wala pyaar'; R Madhavan says respect can sometimes feel like offence: ‘I once called a girl pretty young thing'
At the trailer launch of Aap Jaisa Koi, actress Fatima Sana Shaikh was asked to define the concept of 'barabari wala pyaar', a term featured prominently in the film's trailer. Her response received enthusiastic applause from the audience. 'That kind of love where people will respect each other, will value each other's opinions and won't dismiss them outrightly. ' Joining her, co-star R. Madhavan reflected on the complexities of respect and perception in relationships. He said that often, we believe we are being respectful, but in reality, we may be unintentionally offending someone. He recounted a personal anecdote: 'Mere saath hua tha ki ek baar jab galti se maine kisi speech mein ek ladki ko PYT, Pretty Young Thing bol diya and I didn't mean to objectify and it was something that was meant as a compliment jab hum school mein thayy. Par woh maine baad mein realize ki yeh and objectification hogaya hai. Toh woh joh barabari hai woh koi samajh nahi paaya hai. Aur wohii hum iss film mein baat kar rahe hai (It happened to me once that, by mistake, during a speech I referred to a girl as PYT, Pretty Young Thing. I didn't mean to objectify her; it was something we used as a compliment back in school. But later I realized that it actually came across as objectification. That sense of equality, I don't think people truly understand it. And that's exactly what we're talking about in this film). Also Read | Aap Jaisa Koi trailer: Orthodox R Madhavan looks for companionship, gets a lesson in 'barabari wala pyaar' from Fatima Sana Shaikh Madhavan also opened up about working with Fatima, calling it one of the best experiences of his career. He echoed the sentiment expressed by his character in the trailer, who likens her to Madhubala, saying he wholeheartedly agreed with the comparison. Namit Das, who plays Madhavan's best friend in the film, chimed in on modern expressions of love. 'In 2025, the crisis in love is that as men we have the language but don't know how to really express it. And there is a beautiful line in the film that loneliness is the biggest disease one is suffering. And we all are battling this loneliness through either finding true love or friendship.' Ayesha Raza, also part of the ensemble cast, used the occasion to speak about her personal life, specifically her progressive relationship with husband and actor Kumud Mishra. She shared how their bond has evolved despite their differing backgrounds. Filmmaker Vivek Soni, known for Meenakshi Sundareshwar, shared his vision for Aap Jaisa Koi. He explained that he aimed to blend old-school romance with contemporary themes, steering clear of preachiness while addressing patriarchy subtly. His approach drew praise from the cast. Fatima called him 'the next big thing,' while Madhavan appreciated the filmmaking environment he fostered. 'Very rarely you get to work on a film where you just have to be an actor, and show up on set and just focus on acting rather than focus on peripherals or extras,' he said. Aap Jaisa Koi is written by Radhika Anand and Jehan Handa, and is set to release on Netflix on 11th July.
