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Economic Times
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Nawazuddin Siddiqui backs stars dancing at weddings, says actors are no different from jesters
Agencies The 'Sacred Games' star recently supported actors who danced at weddings for pay. Renowned actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui recently offered a refreshingly frank perspective on the way actors are viewed by society, especially in the context of performing at private events. In an interview on the All About Eve YouTube channel, the Sacred Games star made it clear that he holds no issue with actors dancing at weddings or exclusive parties in exchange for large payments. In fact, he openly admitted that he would gladly accept such an offer if it came his way. When the interviewer asked if he would be comfortable dancing at a wedding for a fee, Nawaz responded with complete sincerity: 'Absolutely, why wouldn't I? What's the big deal? It's a part of what we do for a living. People often criticize actors for dancing at weddings, but I don't see the harm. At the end of the day, we are performers — entertainers. Historically, entertainers or 'bhands' were looked down upon. They weren't accepted in mainstream social circles. In those days, they were seen as immoral or lacking principles, as bad influences. Villages would make them stay outside in tents. They were only allowed in to perform and then immediately sent away.' He then reflected on how the entertainment industry has transformed over time. Nawazuddin acknowledged that today's actors wear designer clothes and earn much more than earlier generations of performers. Still, despite the newfound glamor and financial success, he pointed out that the essence of the profession remains the same. He admitted that actors no longer like being called 'bh**nds,' but that term once defined their place in society, even though the work itself hasn't changed all that after the interview clip was posted on Reddit, it sparked a wave of online reactions. Social media users quickly joined the conversation, expressing a range of opinions. One person wrote, 'They view themselves as entertainers, and that's perfectly valid. I don't get why people make such a fuss about it — to each their own.' Another added, 'He makes a fair point. People in the past had a very limited and judgmental view of things.' One commenter, however, playfully questioned his reach, saying, 'No shade to Nawaz, bro, but I doubt he'd actually be invited to perform at elite weddings, let alone get paid that kind of money. So no, you're not a 'bh**nd' and probably won't become one either, lol.'On the professional front, Nawazuddin was last seen in Costao, a biographical crime thriller. He portrayed Coatao Fernandes, a brave customs officer from Goa who risked his life to bust a gold smuggling racket. Directed by Sejal Shah, the film also stars Priya Bapat, Kishore, and Hussain Dalal, and is currently available for streaming on ZEE5.
India Today
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Nawazuddin Siddiqui calls actors 'bhands', says fine with dancing at weddings
Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui recently shared his honest opinion about actors and how society sees them. In a recent interview, the 'Sacred Games' actor said he doesn't see anything wrong with actors dancing at weddings or private events for big money. In fact, he said he would do the same if he got the asked if he would dance at a wedding if given the chance on All About Eve YouTube channel, he replied, 'Yes, why not? What's wrong with it? It's a part of our profession; people complain that actors dance at weddings, but what's the problem? At the end of the day, we are all 'bhands' (entertainers). Did you know that in the past, 'bhands' wouldn't be allowed to mingle in polite society? They were seen as unfit; they were seen as people who didn't have any ideologies or beliefs, bad influences. They were kept in tents outside villages. They would only be allowed to enter to perform, and then they'd be sent right back out.'advertisementOther Bollywood stars like Ranveer Singh and Akshay Kumar have also spoken about this. On the show, 'Koffee with Karan', Akshay joked that Ranveer keeps dancing at weddings so much that even the bride and groom have to wait for him to stop. Ranveer said he learned this from Akshay, who once told him, 'Shaadi hai, main naach raha hoon; birthday hai, main naach raha hoon; mundan hai, bachcha ro raha hai, main naach raha Hoon (It's a wedding, I'm dancing; it's a birthday, I'm dancing; it's a munda ceremony, the child is crying, I'm dancing).' On the work front, Nawazuddin Siddiqui was last seen in the biographical crime drama 'Costao'. He plays the role of Coatao Fernandes, A Goa-based customs officer who risked everything to dismantle a gold smuggling ring. Directed by Sejal Shah, the film is currently streaming on ZEE5 and also features Priya Bapat, Kishore and Hussain Watch
Hans India
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Kubbra Sait celebrates Mother's Day with her mom in the ‘most creative and exciting' way
Actress and host Kubbra Sait made this Mother's Day truly unforgettable by celebrating with her mom in the most creative and exciting way. The actress took to social media to share her special moments, showing how this year's celebration was extra meaningful with her mum by her side in Mumbai. On Thursday, Kubbra shared a heartwarming video featuring herself and her mother doing each other's makeup. The video begins with her mother making a heartfelt confession, revealing that she was originally named Safura when she was born. Kubbra is then seen applying makeup on her mother, complimenting her by saying she looks beautiful. The roles soon reverse as her mother takes over as the makeup artist, shaping Kubbra's eyebrows and applying blush, creating a fun and loving exchange between the two. Sharing this heartfelt video, Sait wrote in the caption, 'This Mother's Day hits different… because Mumma's in Mumbai!!! And yessssss!!! we did something creative, fun, exciting, and did I mention funnnnn? Love you, Mumma @yasusait ; Thank You (Haven't said that in a long time ).' Fans quickly took to the comments section, flooding it with love and calling the moment 'cute' as they adored the sweet mother-daughter bond on display. One user wrote, 'Awww! So cute.' Another said, 'How blessed Love you both.' Mother's Day 2025 will be celebrated on May 11, following the tradition of marking the occasion on the second Sunday of May. Meanwhile, in March, Kubbra Sait made headlines for opening the show for designer Namrata Joshipura during the Lakmé Fashion Week 2025. Sharing her experience, the 'Sacred Games' actress told IANS, 'It is amazing, the light, the sound, the music, the clothes, everything was just amazing- the energy was superb. This was my first ever ramp walk as a show opener, and that's really big- it's massive, I am celebrating right now.' On the work front, Kubbra Sait has an exciting slate of projects ahead. She is set to appear in Son of Sardaar 2, starring Ajay Devgn and Mrunal Thakur. Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, the film is being produced by Devgn Films in collaboration with Jio Studios. The movie serves as a follow-up to the 2012 hit Son of Sardaar, which originally starred Ajay Devgn and Sonakshi Sinha. In addition, Kubbra has signed on for David Dhawan's next untitled comedy, which brings together a vibrant cast including Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Maniesh Paul.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Babil Khan returns to Instagram, slams netizens for 'misinterpreting' his viral 'Bollywood is fake' video
Babil Khan stirred social media today after a video showing his emotional moment gained widespread attention on Reddit. The clip, which captured him speaking critically about the Hindi film industry , also featured him mentioning actors such as Ananya Panday , Siddhant Chaturvedi, Raghav Juyal, Adarsh Gourav, and Arjun Kapoor, among others. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India much better equipped to target cross-border terror since Balakot India conducts maiden flight-trials of stratospheric airship platform Pakistan shuts ports for Indian ships after New Delhi bans imports from Islamabad Following the uproar, Babil temporarily took down his Instagram account. However, just a few hours later, he returned to the platform to explain the context behind the viral footage. In his Instagram update, Babil clarified that the video had been severely misunderstood. Rather than criticizing his fellow actors, he stated that his intent was to praise and stand by them. Ananya Panday responded to his story, publicly showing her support and affirming that she would always back him no matter what. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Online Degrees designed for practical learning and future success Degree Online | Search Ads Learn More Undo To reinforce his stance, Babil reposted a message from 'Sacred Games' star Kubbra Sait, who had uploaded an official statement issued by his family. In the caption accompanying the repost, Babil wrote, ' 'Thank you so much (red heart emoticon). This video was extremely misinterpreted. I was trying to show support to (Instagram accounts of actors) Ananya Panday, Shanaya Kapoor, Gaurav Adarsh, Arjun Kapoor, Raghav Juyal, and Arijit Singh.' He further added, 'I genuinely don't have the energy to indulge more but I do this as a responsibility for my peers that I truly admire.' Babil also shared a story originally posted by Raghav Juyal, writing, Raghav Juyal, bhai you are my icon, my idol and my elder brother that I never had.' Additionally, Siddhant Chaturvedi uploaded a snippet of Babil speaking during the now-viral video. In it, Babil can be heard saying, 'Mujhe itihaas likhna hai, kitaab nahi,' which translates to, 'I want to create history, not just write a book.' Babil reposted the clip, adding a simple yet heartfelt response: 'Love you, brother.' Addressing the controversy in a longer note, Babil said, 'I usually avoid reacting to gossip or rumors involving me and my colleagues. But this time, it feels personal. To those spreading misinformation on Reddit and across media sites — please stop. Are we now so obsessed with spectacle that we're mining people's private lives for drama? If you want drama, watch our films. That's what we work hard to give you. Maybe the screen wasn't enough, so you're digging into our real lives?' His family's official statement supported this, saying, 'In the video, Babil was honestly highlighting artists he believes are contributing meaningfully to Indian cinema . His mention of Ananya, Shanaya, Siddhant, Raghav, Adarsh, Arjun, and Arijit came from sincere admiration for their integrity, drive, and dedication to reviving the spirit of the industry.'
News18
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
'Can't Blame Salman Khan': Nawazuddin Siddiqui On Why Sikandar Didn't Work At Box Office
Nawazuddin Siddiqui said that once a superstar like Salman Khan agrees to star in a film, the makers have an even greater responsibility to deliver a well-crafted film. Nawazuddin Siddiqui has worked with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan in films such as Kick, Bajrangi Bhaijaan. In a recent interview, Nawazuddin was asked about why he thinks Salman's latest release 'Sikandar' didn't perform well at the box office. In response, the 'Sacred Games' actor said that filmmaking is a collaborative effort, and Salman cannot solely be blamed if a film doesn't work. He argued that Salman's star power alone can make even an average film a huge hit, but then the makers must ensure that the film has substance. He said that once a superstar like Salman agrees to star in a film, the makers have an even greater responsibility to work harder and deliver a well-crafted film. While speaking with Lallantop Cinema, Nawazuddin Siddiqui said that Sikandar is just one of the few Salman Khan films that didn't perform as expected, noting that the majority of Salman's movies turn out to be massive blockbusters. 'He has done many films that don't necessarily have much essence, but just because they starred Salman Khan, those films became big hits," said Nawazuddin. He further added that he hasn't watched Sikandar, so he is not sure what didn't work in the film. However, he highlighted that the best thing about having a superstar like Salman on board, is the fact that he can turn even a normal film into a massive hit, just with his presence. He further added, 'If Bhai agrees and says 'Okay I will do the film,' then the responsibility of the director increases even further. Because he is handing you his fan base on a plate. You have a huge responsibility." He further said that people shouldn't just point fingers at Salman Khan. 'The makers need to do their part. If you have got Salman Khan, then it becomes your job to put essence and all the other elements into the film. He's such a personality – a superstar of our times – whose specialty is that he can turn even a simple film into something huge just through his presence. He is giving you everything – his fan following, the madness, the celebration that comes with him, because people come to see him. But if the directors or makers don't do the work on the script, then we can't just blame the superstar," he added. He said that is why making a film is a collaborative effort, and is made together, with everyone's efforts. Helmed by A.R Murugadoss, Sikandar stars Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Kajal Aggarwal, Sathyaraj, Sharman Joshi, Prateik Babbar, and others. The film, produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, released in theatres on March 30, 2025. First Published: May 03, 2025, 17:13 IST
