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Time of India
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Samar Khan says Kay Kay Menon's viral clip from 'Shaurya' was taken out of context: ‘It's like calling Gabbar Singh from Sholay a hero'
Filmmaker Samar Khan is all set to return to the spotlight with 'Chhal Kapat – The Deception', a murder mystery premiering on OTT on June 6. His 2008 release 'Shaurya' continues to remain in the spotlight after a courtroom scene featuring Kay Kay Menon went viral online. However, the video was taken out of context—something Samar has never liked to address. Nonetheless, he has now opened up about the intention behind the scene and how it went viral with a completely different interpretation. Kay Kay Menon's scene from Shaurya 00:59 Any Director Can Make Mistakes, I Choose Roles Based On Scripts: Kay Kay Menon On Picking Shekhar Home Shaurya is a courtroom drama starring Rahul Bose, Kay Kay Menon, Minissha Lamba, Deepak Dobriyal, and Jaaved Jaaferi. The film made waves for its powerful themes and explosive climax. At the centre of the storm was a searing monologue delivered by Kay Kay Menon's character, Brigadier Rudra Pratap Singh. In an interview with Hindustan Times, Khan expressed his discomfort over how the essence of the film has been misrepresented online. He admitted that he had outgrown Shaurya many years ago but still feels proud of the film. 'But what people make of it is out of my control. People ask me about it on Twitter and other platforms, but I never respond. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Device Made My Power Bill Drop Overnight elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Pre-Order Undo Anything I say would be taken out of context,' he shared. Samar about clickbait culture The clip featuring Rudra's monologue is often portrayed as a moment of righteous heroism. But for Khan, this popular interpretation completely misses the point. 'Unfortunately, many of those who share that scene haven't watched the scenes before or after. It's like isolating Gabbar Singh from Sholay and calling him a hero. Villains often come off as more attractive. Even with someone like Shah Rukh Khan , who has done countless romantic roles, people still remember him for Darr or Baazigar. As creators, we have to detach ourselves from how our work is received or reinterpreted,' he explained. He didn't hold back while discussing the role social media plays in reshaping narratives. He called it a clickbait culture driven by short attention spans. About Samar's recent production venture Chhal Kapat 'Chhal Kapat – The Deception' is directed by Ajay Bhuyan and features Shriya Pilgaonkar, Kamya Ahlawat, Ragini Dwivedi, Tuhina Das, Yahhve Sharma, Pranay Pachauri, Smaran Sahu, and Anuj Sachdeva in key roles. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
News18
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Shaurya Director Samar Khan On Viral Kay Kay Menon Clip: 'Like Calling Gabbar A Hero'
Last Updated: Shaurya director Samar Khan says the viral scene featuring Kay Kay Menon is misunderstood and compares it to calling Gabbar Singh from Sholay a hero. Filmmaker Samar Khan, known for acclaimed web series like The Test Case and Avrodh, is returning with a brand-new murder mystery, Chhal Kapat – The Deception, set to premiere on ZEE5 on June 6. But while he readies for this gripping new chapter, the shadow of his most iconic work as a director—Shaurya (2008)—continues to follow him in the digital age. Shaurya, a courtroom drama starring Rahul Bose, Kay Kay Menon, Minissha Lamba, Deepak Dobriyal, and Jaaved Jaaferi, was India's response to A Few Good Men. Much like Jack Nicholson's unforgettable 'You can't handle the truth" moment, Shaurya featured a fiery monologue by Kay Kay Menon's Brigadier Rudra Pratap Singh in the climax. But while the scene was meant to expose unchecked authority, social media has since spun it into something else entirely—celebrating Rudra as a misunderstood hero. In a candid chat with Hindustan Times, Khan addressed how the film's meaning has been distorted online. 'I have outgrown Shaurya many years ago," he said. 'I'm still proud of the film, but what people make of it is out of my control. People ask me about it on Twitter and other platforms, but I never respond. Anything I say would be taken out of context." He admitted that the viral resurgence of Rudra's monologue troubles him, not because it's being talked about—but because it's being misunderstood. 'Unfortunately, many of those who share that scene haven't watched the scenes before or after. It's like isolating Gabbar Singh from Sholay and calling him a hero. Villains often come off as more attractive. Even with someone like Shah Rukh Khan, who's done countless romantic roles, people still remember him for Darr or Baazigar. As creators, we have to detach ourselves from how our work is received or reinterpreted," he explained. Khan also weighed in on social media's role in amplifying out-of-context moments. 'It's all about clickbait and short attention spans now. That's how people engage—quick clips, loud monologues, and controversy." As Shaurya continues to provoke debate years after its release, Khan is focused on his next project. Chhal Kapat – The Deception is a murder mystery led by Shriya Pilgaonkar and directed by Ajay Bhuyan. The series also stars Kamya Ahlawat, Ragini Dwivedi, Tuhina Das, Yahhve Sharma, Pranay Pachauri, Smaran Sahu, and Anuj Sachdeva. With Chhal Kapat, Khan steps into darker, twistier territory—this time hoping that the audience sticks around for the full story, not just a viral slice. First Published:
Hindustan Times
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Shaurya director Samar Khan says hero-worshipping Kay Kay Menon's character is like saying Gabbar from Sholay is my hero
Filmmaker Samar Khan has made web series such as The Test Case, Avrodh, and the upcoming murder mystery Chhal Kapat. But, as a director, he is best known for his 2008 film, Shaurya. A Hindi adaptation of the Tom Cruise-Jack Nicholson classic A Few Good Men, Shaurya starred Rahul Bose, Kay Kay Menon, Minissha Lamba, Deepak Dobriyal, and Jaaved Jaaferi. Just like A Few Good Men's iconic 'You can't handle the truth' monologue, Shaurya also had an important scene in the climax where Kay Kay's Brigadier Rudra Pratap Singh admits to abuse of power, assuming that his righteous position would grant him immunity. While the scene is meant to impugn the character, over the last few years, part of the monologue has been shared online with posters sympathising with Kay Kay Menon's character instead. In a chat with HT, Samar opens up on the phenomenon. "I have outgrown Shaurya many years ago," he says, adding, I am still very proud of the film. What people make out of it is not something in my control. So, I don't react to it. People ask me on Twitter all the time and on other forums, but I don't react to it because it's not for me to do that. If I say something, it will be taken one way or the other." The filmmaker adds that the scene has gone viral for the wrong reasons, as villains are more attractive to the general audience. "Unfortunately, the people who watch that scene have not watched the scene before or after it. It's like taking Gabbar Singh out of context in Sholay and saying he is my hero. That is unfortunate. In the way we live, villains are far more attractive. No matter how many DDLJs Shah Rukh does, he is still known for Baazigar and Darr. That is something beyond our control. We, as creators, have to detach from it and not feel happy or sad about it," he says. Samar Khan also adds that the viral clips are emblematic of social media's short attention span. "That gives people their views and clickbait," he adds. The filmmaker is now coming out with a murder mystery series titled Chhal Kapat. Directed by Ajay Bhuyan, produced by Juggernaut Production, Chhal Kapat - the Deception is premiering on ZEE5 on June 6. The show stars Shriya Pilgaonkar in the lead, alongside Kamya Ahlawat, Ragini Dwivedi, Tuhina Das, Yahhve Sharma, Pranay Pachauri, Smaran Sahu, and Anuj Sachdeva.
Indian Express
22-05-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
14-year-old Indian boy develops AI-powered app to help users save money, and it's free
Are you unable to keep track of your spending or want to have one app that can help you manage all your expenses? Or do you find it cumbersome to manually enter bill details onto an existing app? If yes, then this 14-year-old Indian Canadian may have the right solution. Shaurya Gupta has created an AI-powered iOS app, SpendSmart, that scans receipts and extracts data and helps you track your spending. The app allows users to save the images of their bills for quick returns. The teenager shared his creation on X, along with a short demo. The app is completely free, open source, and has no ads. 'If you've ever used a receipt manager app before, you probably know that most of them either require you to manually enter prices and items, or if they do scan receipts, their OCR and item recognition often aren't very accurate,' Shaurya said while introducing the app in a short video. According to the teen, Spendsmart solves both of these problems. As part of the demo, he logged into the app to demonstrate how easy it was to use. Once logged in, users are to click on New Expense; thereafter, they can either scan a receipt or upload an image from their phone's gallery or even take a photo. In the demo, Shaurya opted for the camera, saying that one could take multiple images as needed, as often the receipts could be long or may have multiple parts. After snapping the pictures, he proceeds to click on the Process Receipt option. With just one click, the SpendSmart app automatically extracts all the prices, categorises all the items, and populates the dashboard with all the key information. 'If you keep adding more, it updates the total, shows your savings, and breaks down your monthly spending,' he said. I'm 14 y/o student from 🇨🇦 and super excited to launch SpendSmart 💰 It's an iOS app which uses AI to – scan receipts and extract data – track your spending – save their images for quick returns It's 100% free & open-source, check it out 👇 — Shaurya (@madebyshaurya) May 19, 2025 Later, in the History section, users can see that the app has also fetched the brand logo from the receipt. Upon clicking the logo, one can view the pictures they clicked. 'So, if you ever need to return something—say at Costco—you don't need to bring the physical receipt. You can just show the image.' Many users on X asked the teen about an Android version of the app, to which he responded by saying that currently the app is only available on iOS. The app also records the payment method, currency, and location and categorises every item individually, including their prices and any discounts applied. Shaurya said that the application is still in its initial stages, and he will continue to add more features. The app is named SpendSmart – AI Receipt Tool with the caption 'Less clutter, More Clarity'. As per the App Store, the app does not collect any form of user data. The app eliminates the need for typing, as it automatically reads, extracts, and organises receipt details. It doubles as a digital archive, as it lets users store all their receipts securely. The highlight of the app for now is that it does not require a subscription, has no ads and there are no hidden fees. Gupta is an Indian programmer, and in his blog, he claims he began coding journey at nine. He started with block-based platforms such as and Scratch. Over the years, he moved to web development, teaching himself HTML, CSS, and JavaScript through various online resources, including YouTube and Udemy. Reportedly, at 11 he got his first MacBook, and he embarked on iOS development, learning Swift and SwiftUI on his own. In 2024, he made headlines after he met Apple CEO Tim Cook at the annual developer conference WWDC 2024. Mission Completed ✅ #WWDC24@tim_cook — Shaurya (@madebyshaurya) June 10, 2024 Gupta had participated in the Apple Student Swift Challenge and was adjudged among the 350 winners. His win earned him a meeting with Cook, following which he posted a selfie. His notable projects include Fizzix, an interactive app designed to help users understand Newton's three laws of motion, and this eventually won him the Swift Student Challenge. As per his website, he is currently building more projects and learning new skills such as and Python. Bijin Jose, an Assistant Editor at Indian Express Online in New Delhi, is a technology journalist with a portfolio spanning various prestigious publications. Starting as a citizen journalist with The Times of India in 2013, he transitioned through roles at India Today Digital and The Economic Times, before finding his niche at The Indian Express. With a BA in English from Maharaja Sayajirao University, Vadodara, and an MA in English Literature, Bijin's expertise extends from crime reporting to cultural features. With a keen interest in closely covering developments in artificial intelligence, Bijin provides nuanced perspectives on its implications for society and beyond. ... Read More
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anasuya Bharadwaj proudly shares video of eldest son Shaurya's Upanayanam ceremony
Picture Credit: Instagram Popular Telugu actress and TV host Anasuya Bharadwaj recently celebrated her eldest son, Shaurya Bharadwaj 's Upanayanam, a traditional Hindu rite of passage, at their new home in Hyderabad. Anasuya shared a video and message on Instagram , expressing her pride and gratitude that Shaurya embraced the ceremony despite being part of the "Gen Alpha" generation. Family moments during the ceremony The video showed Anasuya and her husband, Susank Bharadwaj, performing the pooja, with Shaurya dressed in a traditional pancha and their younger son, Ayanssh, in a blue kurta. Shaurya was also seen smiling during the tonsuring ceremony, where his head was shaved except for five tufts of hair (pancha shikalu). In her Instagram post, Anasuya conveyed that the Upanayanam marked a spiritual rebirth for their family, reinforcing their commitment to cultural continuity and transmitting their values to future generations. She thanked Shaurya for allowing them to keep their traditions alive and wished him guidance on the path of righteousness. Message from Anasuya On Instagram, she wrote, "Dearest #ShauryaBharadwaj .. my eldest.. I have never been so proud.. not that an official ceremony was needed because you have been a child with righteousness always.. but with your #Upanayanam .. we as your parents and us as a family stepped into a spiritual rebirth together.. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Secure Your Child's Future with Strong English Fluency Planet Spark Learn More Undo and took the promise of cultural continuity ensuring the transmission of our cultural and spiritual values, principles and wisdom to the future generations. Thank you my dearest baccha.. for allowing us to keep our traditions alive though you are a Gen Alpha. I Love you my #Sonshine. May the force of #Hanumanji guide you always on the path of righteousness through thick and thin." Anasuya, known for her work in Telugu films and television, has been married to Susank Bharadwaj since 2010, and they have two children. She is known for her roles in films like 'Kshanam' and 'Rangasthalam' and was last seen in 'Pushpa 2: The Rule'. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
