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Hans India
5 days ago
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- Hans India
Dhanush calls it a dream come true to work with Nagarjuna in ‘Kuberaa'
Actor Dhanush is overjoyed to be sharing the screen with Tollywood legend Nagarjuna in the upcoming pan-India film Kuberaa. Speaking in a recent interview in Tamil Nadu, the Vaathi star opened up about how meaningful this collaboration is for him, especially as a long-time admirer of Nagarjuna's work. 'Nagarjuna sir's films are still celebrated by fans even today. I've always been a fan of his, and the Tamil film Ratchagan remains one of my all-time favourites,' Dhanush said, fondly recalling his admiration for the veteran actor. Describing his experience on the sets of Kuberaa, Dhanush called it a proud and humbling moment to act alongside someone he has looked up to for years. 'It was a proud moment for me. I learned so much just by observing him—his craft, his calm, and his discipline. He is a true inspiration. The lessons I've learned from this collaboration will stay with me throughout my career. I will certainly try to follow the path he has carved,' he shared. With both Telugu and Tamil audiences buzzing with anticipation, Kuberaa promises to be a cinematic treat, uniting two powerhouse performers for the first time. The excitement around the film continues to build, and fans can't wait to witness the dynamic duo of Nagarjuna and Dhanush light up the screen together.
Indian Express
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Sushmita Sen calls herself a ‘terrible' actress when she started, says Bollywood only cared about heroes then: ‘Kya hi kar rahe the hum'
Today marks the 31st anniversary of Sushmita Sen winning the Miss Universe title for the first time in India's history. She was just 18 when she wore the crown and at 21, she marked her acting debut with the Tamil film Ratchagan. With almost a career spanning three decades, Sushmita believes she was a terrible actress when she started and Bollywood, anyway, was only interested in 'which hero' was in the film. Speaking at a recent event hosted by INWEC, Sushmita recalled her initial days as an actor and said, 'I was a very bad actor when I started–like terrible. Now, when I look at some of my early works, I am like 'Kya hi kar rahe the hum?' But in all fairness, I hit the road running. I have to acknowledge the fact that if Miss Universe got an acting opportunity, I took it up. It was very big blessing that I was paid to learn the job. It has taken a lot of work.' However, Sushmita Sen never got the role she craved as an actor. 'I have seen the 90s cinema and now of course OTT, it's a huge change. 90s cinema is all about, 'Who is the hero? Heroine ke kitne gaane hai? Kitne conflicting scenes hai? Kaunsa designer ke kapde pehen rahi hai?' (What are the number of songs, who is she wearing) This was the look and feel of actor back then', said the actress. A post shared by Sushmita Sen (@sushmitasen47) After appearing in several films up until 2015, Sushmita took a long break. In 2020, she made a powerful comeback with her OTT debut show Aarya, which gained her critical acclaim. She said, 'I am a big fan of OTT because it has given me my second innings as an actor. It has given me the kind of work that I was so hungry for many years. The ability to be part of my audience life for 45 minutes for about ten episodes. As an actor that's a huge blessing.' ALSO READ | Shah Rukh Khan left quietly after I told him 'nas kaat lungi', recalls Wamiqa Gabbi: 'There was pin-drop silence on the sets of Baby John' In the same conversation, Sushmita Sen also talked about having bad days and feeling vulnerable. 'We live in a world where we are constantly told to compare ourselves with other people. It's like you are losing the ability to be authentic. I personally think when I have not so great day, and I do have them often, God helps. I meditate, I breathe and I come back to the present moment. And then I realise I am better off than most of the people in the world. I have just got tougher with time. Earlier things used to shake me a lot more. Your peace of mind is non-negotiable.' The actress confessed that she is vulnerable all the time but hides it from her family. 'I am vulnerable all the time, but I don't like to show it. I don't even share it with my family as it is not very helpful. I like to keep that vulnerability between me and God.' Sushmita Sen said she loves to live her life and said her statement at Kapil Sharma show is the reality of her life. 'Did you guys see the show of Kapil Sharma? When he asked me, 'Ap picturo mein kam dikhti hai', I said, 'Mai zindagi zyada jeeti hu'. Because it is a fact.'
