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Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Director of Amrish Puri-Padmini Kolhapure horror film was warned not to dabble in black magic, received complaints from audiences who watched it
Long before Shaitaan, director Aruna Raje, the recipient of six national awards, made a horror thriller film titled Gehrayee (1980). Co-written by the renowned playwright Vijay Tendulkar, the film was based on a family's experience with black magic. While writing the film, Aruna said that she met several tantrics. She was warned not to dabble in black magic, and she admitted that life took a turn for the worse afterwards. In a recent interview with Bollywood Crypt, Aruna Raje shared, 'Vikas Desai and I considered ourselves as storytellers. We were open to any story that was engaging, that's exciting–if it is exciting us, it might excite the audience.' She revealed that the idea of Gehrayee came to her from a personal experience. 'When I used to live with my family in Bangalore, every day, my mother would find something in the garden. Some little lemon with haldi or kum kum on it. People would practice black magic–especially in politics.' She shared that her father was a freedom fighter who eventually became a politician. 'So it was not unheard of to find all these things in our garden.' She continued, 'When I got a chance to make something, I was like 'Why don't we make something concerning black magic. And, then we started doing research. Interestingly, Vijay Tendulkar was with us on this script. So, there were three of us writing the script. We interviewed a lot of people. We came across very interesting stories.' Aruna said that the character played by Padmani Kolhapure was inspired by a story she was told during the research phase. 'We found a person who was actually possessed by a strange character. The person possessed was a Catholic, and the person who possessed her was some Muslim girl from Lucknow. What surprised us was that when the girl was possessed, she would speak superb Urdu. She would do sher-shayari. It was so inspiring to hear these stories that showed things like this are actually happening.' She added, 'So many people were in touch with us. We met so many black magicians and white magicians. The film just grew and grew until we finalised a direction for it.' ALSO READ | Bollywood's leading action director survived on Re 1 for meals, worked as spot boy to Ajay Devgn's father, wasn't paid But her experience wasn't entirely positive. 'Another important thing is… we shouldn't dabble into these things personally. Mostly because we don't know the outcome. Everybody has warned us: 'Don't do this film, all sorts of things will happen to you'. We were not so superstitious, so we would always say, 'Arey, they are only retelling stories. We are only making a film.' We made the film anyway, but things did go bad. They would go bad anyway, I suppose.' Just a couple of years after the film, Aruna divorced her husband. She lost her nine-year-old daughter to cancer. Recalling incidents from after the film's release, Aruna shared, 'People were scared. After the film was released, we got hundreds of calls–people saying this problem is happening, the food got spoilt, something else has happened. They would ask for help and contacts of tantrics and mantrics. But, we couldn't do that. We couldn't give them phone numbers. We didn't know who are phony and who are real when it comes to tantrics.' The film starred Anant Nag, Padmini Kolhapure, Sriram Lagoo, and Indrani Mukherjee. Actor Amrish Puri had a guest appearance in the film.
Pink Villa
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
R Madhavan reacts to doubts over Dhurandhar co-star Ranveer Singh's 'end of career': 'Couple of not so good films...'
Ranveer Singh, who was last seen as the main lead in Karan Johar's 2023 film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, is gearing up for the upcoming movie, Dhurandhar. It also stars Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Sanjay Dutt. Now, R Madhavan has reacted to the doubts regarding a notion about Ranveer's 'end of career'. R Madhavan talks about his Dhurandhar co-star Ranveer Singh According to a report by The Indian Express, R. Madhavan recently opened up about Ranveer Singh's career, saying that he was never written off. "A couple of 'not so good' films doesn't end an actor's career," R Madhavan shared. Praising his Dhurandhar co-star Ranveer, R Madhavan called him an "extraordinary" actor. He added that the media "keeps writing people off and bringing them back". R Madhavan says Ranveer Singh doesn't have an 'insecurity' about losing his market R. Madhavan stressed how Hollywood stars like Tom Cruise and Tom Hanks don't work in 50-60 films in their lifetime. The Shaitaan actor pointed out how they prefer quality over quantity by not going beyond 15 movies. R Madhavan then admitted that he and his co-star Ranveer Singh don't have an insecurity about losing their market if they don't shoot for three months. A brief about Dhurandhar Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar is set to hit the screens on December 5, 2025. The film stars Ranveer Singh as the main lead. He is paired opposite Sara Arjun. The spy action thriller is set against the backdrop of a high-stakes intelligence operation. Ranveer Singh's career in recent years Ranveer Singh has experienced some career fluctuations in recent years, with notable releases including 83, Cirkus, and Jayeshbhai Jordaar. Ranveer bounced back with Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Ranii Ki Prem Kahaani two years ago, which turned out to be a hit. He was last seen in Ajay Devgn's cop drama, Singham Again, in 2024. Ranveer is best known for movies such as Band Baaja Baaraat, Bajirao Mastani, Padmavat, Lootera, Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Dil Dhadakne Do, Befikre, Simmba, and many others. On the personal front, he is married to actress Deepika Padukone. The couple has a daughter, Dua.
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
R. Madhavan's weight loss journey: Simple lifestyle changes for effective results - "Intermittent fasting, heavy chewing of food 45-60 times.."
R. Madhavan, the moment you hear the name, you picture the lover boy Maddy from 'Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein,' the menacing antagonist Vanraj from 'Shaitaan', or the genius Nambi Narayan from 'Rocketry. ' Versatility runs in his DNA. However, besides his acting chops, his mere discipline and simple lifestyle also earn him admiration. An instance of the same is his weight loss mantra, which was loved by one and all. shocking weight loss Journey Back in 2024, R Madhavan spoke about his drastic transformation by following simple steps. During his conversation with Curly Tales, the actor revealed he lost a significant amount of weight in less than a month, to be specific, in just 21 days. And for the same, he didn't indulge in any rigorous workout routine or strict diet plan. He only followed a simple, consistent, and healthy lifestyle routine - ate right, rested right, went for long walks, and voila! Reacting to his own interview, and elaborating a little further on his weight loss journey via a healthy lifestyle, he tweeted - "Intermittent fasting, heavy chewing of food 45-60 times (drink your food and chew your water)... last meal at 6.45 pm (only cooked food -- nothing raw AT ALL post 3 pm)... early morning long walks and early night deep sleep (no screen time 90 min before bed)... plenty of fluids... lots of green vegetables and food that is easily metabolised by your body and healthy. Nothing processed at all." Breaking down R. Madhvan's weight loss secret Intermittent fasting It's not just about eating right, it's about eating at the right time. Maddy mentioned having the last meal by 6:45 pm and not having anything raw after 3 pm. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Emas Melonjak di 2025 — Trader Cerdas Sudah Masuk IC Markets Pelajari Undo This simple trick has been proven useful for weight loss and managing insulin levels. Chewing food properly Believe it or not, Madhavan chewed his food 45-60 times! According to the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, a 2014 study says, 'increasing the number of chews before swallowing might be a behavioral strategy to reduce food intake and potentially aid body-weight management". Long morning walks No intense workout, just long early morning walks, and consistency was the key for Madhavan. A review in the American Heart Association Journals mentioned that regular walking can help you lose belly fat, keep your mood in check, and preserve lean muscle. Screen detox and proper sleep For a body to work properly, sound sleep is more than necessary. And being away from the screen 90 minutes before hiting the sheets ensures you get a quality sleep. The two 'H' rule - Hydration and healthy greens R. Madhavan mentioned that he made sure to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids throughout his weight loss journey. He focused on consuming green vegetables and easily metabolizable foods while steering clear of processed items.
NDTV
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
When R Madhavan Revealed His 21-Day Weight-Loss Routine With No Workout And 5 Simple Lifestyle Habits
Actor who was recently seen in the movie Aap Jaisa Koi, has been ruling the hearts of many since his Maddy days in Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein. While he is often in the limelight for his movies, he grabbed headlines in 2024 for his dramatic weight loss. He shed the extra kilos in just 21 days. Weight Loss Journey The 3 Idiots actor left everyone scratching their heads with his weight loss transformation. The man went from chubby to lean in less than a month by following a simple diet plan. And he did it without hitting the gym or resorting to extreme workouts. His journey since has inspired many, not just with his visible changes but because of how simple, disciplined, and sustainable his approach was. Reacting to his clip from his interview with Curly Tales, tweeted, "Intermittent fasting, heavy chewing of food 45-60 times (drink your food and chew your water)... last meal at 6.45 pm (only cooked food -- nothing raw AT ALL post 3 pm)... early morning long walks and early night deep sleep (no screen time 90 min before bed)... plenty of fluids... lots of green vegetables and food that is easily metabolised by your body and healthy. Nothing processed at all." Intermittent fasting, heavy chewing of food 45-60 times( drink your food and chew your water) .. last meal at 6.45 pm .( only cooked food -nothing raw AT ALL post 3 pm ) .. early morning long walks and early night deep sleep( no screen time 90 min before bed) … plenty of fluids… — Ranganathan Madhavan (@ActorMadhavan) July 18, 2024 Weight Loss Secrets In the interview with Curly Tales, Madhavan spilled the beans about his weight loss, and here are the takeaways: 1. Intermittent Fasting followed a strict intermittent fasting schedule. Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern where one is required to restrict their eating window to lose weight, manage their insulin levels, and keep their overall health in check. had revealed that he would eat his last meal of the day by 6:45 pm every day and avoided consuming any raw foods after 3:00 pm. 2. Chew Food Properly chewed his food 45-60 times to help with digestion and absorbing nutrients. Studies have also found a link between chewing properly and weight loss. A 2014 study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics found "increasing the number of chews before swallowing might be a behavioral strategy to reduce food intake and potentially aid body-weight management". 3. Early Morning Walks Walking is considered one of the best things to keep the weight off. included regular morning walks in his routine to lose weight. Interestingly, the Shaitaan actor did not resort to any strenuous exercises on his weight loss journey. Studies have found that walking not only helps burn calories, but it also helps you get rid of belly fat. A review in the American Heart Association Journals found that moderate aerobic activity, such as walking, can help you deal with visceral adipose tissue, which means it can help you lose belly fat. Plus, it helps improve your mood and preserve lean muscle. 4. Sleep And Screen Detox prioritized deep, restful sleep. He shut down screens at least 90 minutes before bed, which helped his body wind down naturally. Good quality sleep played a major role in regulating his hormones, appetite, and energy levels. 5. Plenty Of Fluids, Healthy Greens shared that he drank plenty of liquids and kept himself hydrated during his weight loss journey. He also had green vegetables and foods that his body could metabolise easily, and avoided all processed foods. transformation is proof that sustainable changes, when done mindfully, can help one lose weight. Also, several studies have found that intermittent fasting, mindful eating, and sleep hygiene are effective ways of losing weight.
Pink Villa
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Maa Worldwide Lifetime Box Office: Kajol's supernatural-thriller to end its below average run falling slightly short of Rs 50 crore globally
Maa, directed by Vishal Furia and starring Kajol, Ronit Roy, Indraneil Sengupta, Jitin Gulati and others is at the fag end of its below average global theatrical run. With an expected Rs 35 crore net (Rs 42.50 crore gross) in India and USD 0.65 million gross (Rs 5.50 crore gross) internationally, the movie will end its run with an underwhelming Rs 48 crore worldwide. Let's dive deep and try and understand the global theatrical performance of Maa. Maa Is Set To End Its Global Theatrical Run Grossing Rs 48 Crore The collections of Maa, if seen as a standalone Kajol film that's not associated with a brand like Shaitaan, are pretty reasonable and probably even good. We don't have many actresses who can command this level of business on their own shoulders. However, Maa's collections can't be analysed without bringing Shaitaan in the discussion, since the film was marketed around the Ajay Devgn, Janki Bodiwala and Madhavan's 2024 supernatural-horror. These collections of Maa have a lot to do with it being linked to Shaitaan, and the collections of the film without that connection would have been significantly lesser. Maa Could Have Earned Itself A Better Verdict If It Held Stronger At The Box Office After Week 1, Like Dino Has The global theatrical share of Maa shall be slightly under Rs 20 crore. The budget of Maa is high for the face value and scope. But the good news is that the non-theatrical recoveries have been hefty due to its association with Shaitaan. Shaitaan was a runaway hit on digital, which helped the digital platform acquire Maa at higher than usual rates. There's no doubt that the film is not going to lose anyone any money. However, with a better theatrical run, it could have earned itself a better theatrical verdict. Maa Faced Stiff Competition From Holdover, As Well As New Releases Maa faced stiff competition from holdover release Sitaare Zameen Par and the new release F1. It clearly didn't get the kind of theatrical space it would fancy, to put up a good show. Immediately next week, it lost more screens to Dino and Jurassic World: Rebirth. With a very mixed theatrical reaction, it was always going to be tough for the supernatural movie to make a mark for itself around the strong films it was pitted against. Kajol's Next Movie After Maa Kajol's next film Sarzameen is already up for release on JioHotstar on the 25th of July. The actress is busy reading different scripts for her next after Sarzameen. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more box office updates.
