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News18
2 days ago
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Ram Gopal Varma Plans Out-of-Court Settlement in 2018 Cheque Case After Jail Sentence
Last Updated: Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma moves to settle his cheque bouncing case from 2018, after being sentenced to jail and fined by an Andheri court. Back in January, a magistrate's court in Andheri found Varma guilty under the Negotiable Instruments Act. He was sentenced to three months in jail and ordered to pay Rs 3,72,219 to the complainant within three months. The case goes back to 2018, when a company named Shree, represented by partner Mahesh Chandra Mishra, filed a complaint. The dispute was over unpaid dues related to a hard disk supply to Varma's firm. Varma, however, denied that he issued the cheque in question. His legal team filed an appeal in the sessions court in February, challenging the verdict. But things seem to be shifting. On Monday, Varma and the complainant submitted a joint statement in court, stating their plan to settle the matter through the Lok Adalat. With that update, the court agreed to adjourn the hearing until November, giving them time to work things out. It also granted two chances for both sides to reach a mutual agreement. Meanwhile, on the work front, Ram Gopal Varma's psychological thriller, Saree, which was originally made in Telugu and dubbed into several other languages, is streaming on OTT platform Aha. Following its theatrical release in April 2025, the filmmaker decided to bring the film to OTT. The film was written by Ram Gopal Varma, directed by Giri Krishna Komal, and produced by Ravi Shankar Varma. The psychological thriller Saaree dives deep into the unsettling transformation of love into obsession. The story kicks off during a holiday trip, where a man while spending time with his group of friends, spots a woman draped in a strikingly elegant saree. Captivated at first glance, what starts as infatuation quickly spirals into an unhealthy fixation. First Published: July 30, 2025, 08:33 IST 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.
India Today
3 days ago
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- India Today
Ram Gopal Verma, complainant to settle cheque bounce case through Lok Adalat
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma and the company that filed a complaint against him in a cheque bounce case have decided to amicably settle the matter through the Lok Adalat. The development came after both parties submitted a jointly signed handwritten application before the Dindoshi Sessions Court on Monday, seeking to refer the case to the alternative dispute resolution case stems from a 2018 transaction between Varma's production house, 'Company', and a firm named Shree, which had supplied hard disks valued at Rs 2,38, to Shree's lawyers, Alok Kumar Singh and Rajesh Patel, the payments were to be made through cheques, but the cheques issued by Varma's firm were dishonoured upon presentation. With no payments forthcoming, Shree initiated legal proceedings under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, which deals with cheque dishonour. In January this year, a Magistrate Court in Andheri had convicted Varma and sentenced him to three months of imprisonment for the the trial, Varma had denied authorising any cheque to be issued to Shree. However, the court found Shree's documentary evidence - including tax invoices and proof of delivery - sufficient to establish the conviction, Varma moved the Dindoshi Sessions Court to challenge the order. His plea for bail was rejected, and the court even issued a warrant against with both sides agreeing to settle the dispute, the Sessions Court has adjourned the matter to November 2025, pending the outcome of the Lok Adalat proceedings.- Ends
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
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- Hindustan Times
Ram Gopal Varma forced Sridevi to lose weight, she went on crash diet, fainted, hit a table: Director Pankaj Parashar
Did you know late star Sridevi also acted with Akshay Kumar once? It was in a movie Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahi. It was shot in the early 90s but hit multiple roadblocks during production and finally released in 2004, which the public declared stale on arrival. In a new interview with Friday Talkies, director Pankaj Parashar has revealed what exactly led to all those delays and why filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma was also to blame. Sridevi starred alongside Akshay Kumar in the delayed film Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahi, which released in 2004. Ram Gopal Varma forced Sridevi to lose weight? He said that RGV was trying to get Sridevi to lose weight for the movie. "Ek film aur aayi thi sir meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahin woh kaafi lambe samay tak hold hui. Maine kya bola, har picture ki janampatri hoti hai (Another film of mine had come out, Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahin — it was held up for quite a long time. What I say is, every film has its own destiny). It was going well that my friend Ram Gopal Varma, I blame him totally for that because he kept telling Sridevi, 'lose weight, lose weight, lose weight.' 'She went on a crash course, oh, and when she does that, and she stopped salt, BP drops and she faints. Toh she fainted and hits the table and she was unconscious for 20 minutes and she lost a tooth. Toh hamara poora schedule gaya. Otherwise, the movie was going anyway because of that and she hit her face and all that and because of that it went off the rails. Financier went away, producer died. All those things happen, hmm. Toh maine chhod di picture, kya karein (So I gave up, what to do)?' Sridevi's work with Parashar and RGV Parashar worked with Sridevi in hit movie Chalbaaz. It also starred Rajinikanth and Sunny Deol and was a remake of Hema Malini's Seeth Aur Geeta. Sridevi had double roles in the movie. Sridevi and Ram Gopal Varma also worked together in 1991 movie Kshana Kshanam. In 2014, Sridevi even slapped a legal notice on him. The controversy started after RGV changed the name of his Telugu film Savitri to Sridevi. The film dealt with a teenage boy's infatuation with an older woman. RGV had, in the past, talked about the "crush" he had on the actor. Sridevi died in Dubai in 2018. She was married to producer Boney Kapoor and had two daughters, Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
THIS Ram Gopal Varma heroine was once touted as the next Urmila Matondkar, quit films after 12 years, later accused of abandoning ailing father
Antara Mali, once hailed as a rising star under Ram Gopal Varma's guidance, debuted in Bollywood with high expectations, showcasing her talent in films like 'Main Madhuri Dixit Banna Chahti Hoon.' Despite critical acclaim, she never achieved superstardom, later venturing into direction before unexpectedly leaving the industry after her marriage. In an industry where fame is fleeting and talent doesn't always guarantee longevity, Antara Mali 's story stands out as both promising and puzzling. Once projected as the next Urmila Matondkar and a frequent collaborator of Ram Gopal Varma , Antara seemed poised for stardom. But after a dozen years in the spotlight, she chose to walk away—leaving behind a brief yet memorable legacy, and later, headlines for reasons far removed from cinema. Early Break and RGV 's Muse Daughter of renowned photographer Jagdish Mali, Antara made her Bollywood debut in 1998 with Dhoondte Reh Jaaoge!. While the film failed at the box office, her screen presence didn't go unnoticed. It was filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma who spotted her potential early on and soon became a key figure in shaping her cinematic journey. Notable Roles but Missed Stardom RGV cast her in several of his projects, including the Telugu film Prem Katha, Mast (1999), Road (2002), Company (2002)—where she played Ajay Devgn 's wife—and Darna Mana Hai (2003). Her most acclaimed role came in Main Madhuri Dixit Banna Chahti Hoon, a tribute to the legendary actress. While critics praised her performance, the film failed to click with audiences. Despite multiple opportunities and RGV's unwavering support, Antara never quite reached the stardom many had predicted for her. Behind the Camera By 2005, Antara took a bold step to steer her career by directing and starring in Mr Ya Mrs, a comedy-drama that unfortunately didn't make a mark. The film failed to revive her slipping stardom. She made one final attempt at a comeback in 2010 with Amol Palekar 's ...And Once Again, but the film went unnoticed. After that, Antara quietly exited the film industry for good. In 2009, the actress tied the knot with Che Kurrien, the editor of GQ India. The couple later welcomed a daughter. Choosing a life away from the spotlight, Antara stepped back entirely from public life, dedicating herself to her family and keeping her personal affairs strictly private. Controversy and Public Scrutiny She returned to the headlines in January 2013—but this time, not for her films. Actress Mink Brar alleged that she found Antara's father, renowned photographer Jagdish Mali, wandering semi-nude on the streets of Versova. Brar accused Antara of neglecting her ailing father, a claim that sparked widespread concern, controversy, and criticism in the media. Quiet Farewell At the time, Antara —who was pregnant—responded strongly to the allegations. She clarified that her father was not mentally ill but occasionally experienced disorientation due to diabetes. Antara accused Mink Brar of exploiting the situation for publicity and maintained that her father was otherwise being cared for. Tragically, Jagdish Mali passed away just a few months later, on May 13, 2013. Since 2010, Mali has remained completely out of the limelight—no films, no interviews, and no public appearances. Her quiet departure from Bollywood stands as one of the industry's most understated exits—a talented actress who once held immense promise but ultimately chose a path far removed from fame.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Chaalbaaz director alleges Ram Gopal Varma forced Sridevi to lose weight: 'She fainted, hit her head, and lost a tooth'
Director Pankaj Parashar revealed that Sridevi's health suffered due to industry pressure to lose weight. Ram Gopal Varma's insistence on extreme dieting for 'Kshana Kshanam' led to a health scare during 'Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahin,' causing her to faint and halt production. Akshay Kumar confirmed the film's incomplete status. Behind the glamour and grace of Sridevi 's iconic career lies a troubling pattern of pressure and perfection. In a recent interview, Chaalbaaz director Pankaj Parashar opened up about the damaging impact of industry expectations on the late actor, revealing a disturbing incident where Ram Gopal Varma 's repeated insistence on weight loss led to a serious health scare. Ram Gopal Varma's Role in a Delayed Film In a chat with Friday Talkies, the director addressed the long-delayed release of his incomplete film Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahin, starring Sridevi and Akshay Kumar . He blamed Ram Gopal Varma for the setback, claiming Varma pushed Sridevi to lose weight during their work on the 1991 Telugu film Kshana Kshanam, prompting her to go on a crash diet that impacted her health and delayed other projects. A Crash Diet That Ended in a Health Crisis Speaking about the film, Pankaj further revealed that everything was on track until Ram Gopal Varma intervened. He claimed Varma constantly urged Sridevi to lose weight, leading her to follow a crash diet. She cut out salt, which caused her blood pressure to drop. Sridevi fainted, hit a table, remained unconscious for 20 minutes, and even lost a tooth—ultimately causing the entire shoot schedule to be scrapped. He also shared that after Sridevi injured her face, she had to take a break from filming, which led to the schedule being abandoned midway. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo He added that the situation spiraled—'the movie went off track, the financer backed out, the producer passed away'—and eventually, he had no choice but to leave the project. Akshay Kumar Recalls the Unfinished Film A few years ago on Koffee with Karan , Akshay Kumar revealed that Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahin was never fully completed. Despite this, an unfinished version was released in 2004. He recalled that while the characters declared they would seek revenge, the actual climax was never shot. Instead, the film abruptly ended with on-screen text stating they eventually took their revenge. Boney Kapoor on Sridevi's Struggles With Dieting In an earlier conversation with The New Indian, Sridevi's husband and producer Boney Kapoor revealed that she was on a diet when she passed away in 2018. He shared that she often starved herself to maintain her on-screen appearance and had experienced blackouts due to low blood pressure. Doctors had warned her about the issue multiple times. Boney also recalled a moment shared by actor Nagarjuna, who visited to offer condolences. Nagarjuna mentioned that during one of Sridevi's films, she was on a crash diet, fainted in the bathroom, and broke her tooth—echoing earlier incidents linked to extreme dieting.
