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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Saudagar' Turns 34: When director Ravi Dewan revealed on-set tension between Raaj Kumar and Dilip Kumar
1 2 When 'Saudagar' hit theatres in 1991, audiences were mesmerised by the rare pairing of two cinematic giants Dilip Kumar and Raaj Kumar . On-screen, their chemistry was magnetic, but behind the scenes, things were far from cordial. Speaking on Sutradhar with Vineet Rai, according to veteran action director Ravi Dewan , the tension between the two often surfaced in subtle yet telling ways during filming. Dewan recalled an intense death scene where all eyes were fixed on Dilip Kumar, except for Raaj Kumar's. With no shot scheduled for him that day, Raaj quietly placed his chair eight feet away, facing the opposite direction. This was seemingly indifferent to the moment. The waterfall incident that spoke volumes One particularly memorable episode took place during a shoot at a hill station. While couples and fans flocked to click photos with Dilip Kumar, Raaj Kumar wandered off to a nearby waterfall. There, he pulled up a chair and sat knee-deep in the icy water. When director Subhash Ghai eventually asked why, Raaj quipped, 'Yahan photo kheenchne koi nahi aayega' ('No one will come here to take photos'). For Dewan, this was Raaj in his element — unpredictable, calculated, and often aloof from the crowd's attention. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like These Are The Most Beautiful Women In The World Undo Clashes, retakes, and an old grudge Raaj Kumar's quirks extended beyond avoiding fan interactions. Dewan revealed that in one rope-pulling scene with Amrish Puri , Raaj insisted on multiple retakes despite the first take going perfectly. In a punch scene, he delivered such force that it caused Puri genuine discomfort. Dilip and Raaj's cold war reportedly began during 'Paigham' (1959), when Raaj allegedly struck Dilip too hard in a scene, prompting the latter to vow never to work with his contemporaries again. Fate, however, had other plans, reuniting them for 'Saudagar'. Despite their personal distance, 'Saudagar' emerged as a commercial success. Saira Banu Shares Rare Photos of Dilip Kumar & Lata Mangeshkar
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Raaj Kumar Sat In Water As Dilip Kumar Filmed For Saudagar: ‘Yahan Photo Kheenchne Koi Nahi Ayega'
Ravi Dewan recalls Raaj Kumar's strange Saudagar set behaviour – from sitting in cold water to pointedly ignoring Dilip Kumar's big scenes. When Saudagar hit the big screen in 1991, audiences were glued to the magnetic pairing of Dilip Kumar and Raaj Kumar. Off-screen, though, things were far from warm between the two legends – a tension that, according to veteran action director Ravi Dewan, sometimes spilled into quirky, calculated moments on set. Speaking on Sutradhar with Vineet Rai, Dewan recalled that Raaj Kumar often made unexpected moves during filming. One day, while Dilip Kumar was preparing for an intense death scene, Raaj had no shots scheduled. Yet, he placed his chair just eight feet away, facing in the opposite direction, seemingly ignoring the moment entirely. Everyone else's eyes were on Dilip – but not his co-star. The eccentric behaviour didn't stop there. At a hill-station shoot, the set attracted couples eager to take photos with the stars. While a crowd gathered around Dilip Kumar, Raaj quietly wandered off to a nearby waterfall. 'Raaj Kumar took a chair and sat in one foot of water at a nearby waterfall. After a long time, director Subhash Ghai approached him and asked why he was sitting there, as the water was cold. Raaj Kumar replied, 'Yahan photo kheenchne koi nahi aayega (No one will come here to take photos),'" Dewan recounted. Amrish Puri, another stalwart in Saudagar, was known for his towering villain roles, but Dewan described him as 'soft" in real life. Still, even Puri wasn't spared Raaj Kumar's relentless on-set habits. In one rope-pulling scene, Raaj insisted on multiple retakes – even after the first went smoothly. And during a punch sequence, Dewan said Raaj landed a blow hard enough to cause real discomfort. The roots of the Dilip–Raaj cold war went back decades. While filming Paigham (1959), Raaj allegedly slapped Dilip too hard in a scene. It was said to have sparked a vow from Dilip never to work with his contemporaries again. Yet, fate brought them back together for Saudagar, and despite their personal distance, the film went on to become a box-office success. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
New Indian Express
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Mysterious masked man steals the spotlight in Green teaser
Green , directed by Raaj Vijay, is about the monster within. The makers revealed the teaser on Saturday, promising a chilling visual treat filled with mystery, darkness, and psychological depth. Speaking to CE, director Raaj Vijay shared insights into his vision for the film, describing it as a psychological thriller that steps away from conventional storytelling. 'The teaser follows a regular pattern, with something new. Coming from a VFX and animation background, I wanted the filmmaking style to be different,' says Raaj. 'Structurally and visually, it's nothing short of a Hollywood film, made in Kannada.' Green introduces a layered world with characters full of intrigue. Gopal Krishna Deshpande, as Mayanna, plays the protagonist, while Balaji Manohar takes on the role of an army officer. Shiva Manju plays a police officer, and RJ Vikki portrays Rajeeva—a character with disabilities who displays cyborg-like behavioural patterns—adding further dimensions to the film's narrative. Vishwanath Mandalika plays Johnny, another character shrouded in curiosity. 'Each character plays a crucial role, especially in the climax,' Raaj reveals. Interestingly, there is only one female character—played by Dimpy Fadhya—who essays the role of a mother, among a few other characters. The teaser runs for 1 minute and 54 seconds, and even within this short span, it offers a visual glimpse that includes at least one well-placed jump scare. One of the biggest talking points from the teaser is the mysterious masked man—neither the character's name nor the actor portraying him has been revealed. Yet, his ominous presence dominates the teaser, exuding danger and mystery. He emerges as one of the major highlights of the teaser for Green , which the makers say intentionally blurs the lines between psychological fear and real-world threats. 'It's about the overwhelming struggles we face when our own thoughts and fears start to control us.' The film explores how these 'monsters' grow if left unchecked, turning inward pain into destructive energy. With Ravi Films now handling theatrical distribution, the film is aiming for a May-end release. It has already made waves at several international film festivals, winning awards and being hailed as a breath of fresh air. Produced under the Bourn Films banner, in collaboration with Savika Enterprises and co-produced by BN Swamy, Green also features music composed by Sak Shakthi. Director Raaj Vijay has plans to explore a multiverse concept in the film, more details of which will be revealed later.
