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Time of India
5 days ago
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- Time of India
When Shefali Shah REFUSED to play Akshay Kumar's mother again and named Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt as stars of the current generation
Shefali Shah has carved a distinct place for herself in Bollywood through her choice of meaningful roles and powerful performances. The actress once spoke candidly about her experiences in the film industry, touching upon the hierarchy on sets, the challenges she faced in her career, and her views on who she considers true stars in Bollywood. A unique journey in Bollywood In a past interview with the Indian Express, the 'Dil Dhadakne Do' star reflected on her long journey in the entertainment world. Despite being recognised as one of the finest actresses in the country, she revealed that opportunities were not always forthcoming. 'I have been working for 25-30 years, but I have started really working in the last four years. My career has been more about waiting than working,' Shefali shared. She described her path as one filled with more waiting than work, highlighting the struggles many actors face despite their talent and accolades. Experiences on film sets: Respect and hierarchy The 'Monsoon Wedding' actress also opened up about her experiences working with various directors and actors. She praised many directors for treating actors as collaborators rather than mere performers. 'I have worked with incredible people who respect the craft,' she said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo However, she admitted to having encountered only one actor and one director who were extremely offensive during her career. One of the most talked-about moments in the interview was Shefali's firm declaration that she will never play Akshay Kumar 's mother again. With a laugh, she said, 'I will never ever play mother to Akshay Kumar again.' Who are the real stars? When asked about her opinion on who qualifies as a star in Bollywood, Shefali Shah named a few legendary and contemporary actors. 'I think Shah Rukh Khan is a star and he is always going to be a star. So is Mr Bachchan ( Amitabh Bachchan ). So was Dilip Kumar Sahab,' she said, showing her respect for the icons of Indian cinema. Regarding the current generation, she mentioned, 'Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt are stars.' However, she was clear about her own position in the industry, stating, 'I am not a star and I don't want to be a star.' Recent work Shefali Shah's recent work includes the film 'Three Of Us,' where she starred alongside Jaideep Ahlawat . In this movie, she portrayed Shailaja Desai, a woman suffering from dementia, delivering a sensitive and nuanced performance that was widely appreciated. Alia Bhatt spotted at Mumbai airport 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 .
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
I can't wait to have a love affair with south films: Shefali Shah
I love what I do, and I want to keep working forever,' says actress Shefali Shah as she sits down to chat with us during her recent visit to Chennai. Excerpts from an interview: 'THERE ARE AMAZING DIRECTORS IN THE SOUTH; I'M DYING TO DO SOMETHING HERE' Ask her why she hasn't acted in a South Indian film until now, and she replies, 'I was offered one or two roles, but they weren't great characters. They didn't have depth. I'm dying to do something in the South because there are such amazing directors here whom I respect tremendously. I can't wait to have a love affair with South films.' Shefali has already made a list of South filmmakers she wants to work with, which she reads to us. 'Mani Ratnam sir, Rajamouli sir, Revathy, Pa Ranjith, Lokesh Kanagaraj, Karthik Subbaraj, Sudha Kongara, Rishab Shetty, and Anjali Menon,' she shares. 'THERE WAS A DIFFICULT PHASE WHEN THE WORK I WANTED WAS NOT COMING MY WAY' Reflecting on her being typecast in mother roles at a young age, the actress shares, 'Honestly, I did those roles because I liked them. It was my choice. Unfortunately, you then get typecast, and there was a long, difficult phase when the kind of work I wanted to do was not coming my way. I realised that the work I want to do, like a character that makes me want to be on set, will rarely happen.' 'IN OTT, CHARACTERS DON'T FRIVOLOUSLY COME AND GO' Shefali feels OTT has been a gamechanger for her. 'At one point, I thought I wouldn't get the work I wanted to do. But with OTT coming into play, everything changed. And I'm so glad it did; otherwise, there was no female lead beyond 25. A woman used to just be somebody's mother or aunt after a certain age. Unfortunately, such roles aren't well fleshed out in films even now. But in OTT, characters don't frivolously come and go. They make an impact even if they are there only for half an episode.' 'FILMS WILL NOT DIE IN INDIA; WATCHING MOVIES WITH FAMILY IS PART OF OUR CULTURE' 'Going to theatres and watching movies with family is a big part of India's culture. So, Bollywood can never die,' says Shefali. She stresses that films are ingrained in India's culture and says, 'Cricket will not die in our country just because we lost one World Cup. It's the same for films.' She also disagrees that the audience stopped going to the theatre due to the OTT boom. 'OTT might have played a small part, but that is not the only reason. The audience now has the option to watch amazing work from across the globe, so they are more selective. You can't dish out anything and give it to them; they aren't going to lap it up anymore,' she states. 'I WAS OVER THE MOON WHEN I GOT NOMINATED FOR AN EMMY; NOW I WANT TO WIN' Shefali, who was nominated for Best Actress at the International Emmy Awards 2023 for Delhi Crime , says, 'Initially, I simply wanted to see my name on the nomination list and was over the moon when I got nominated. But when I didn't win, I was like, 'Now, I want to win.' So, fingers crossed, some day, I will end up winning an Emmy.' 'Priyanka, Alia and Ranveer are team players' Shefali names her Dil Dhadakne Do co-stars, Priyanka Chopra and Ranveer Singh, and Darlings co-star Alia Bhatt as her favourite contemporary actors. 'Even though making a film is not an individual process, actors can be self-conceited. But all three of them are absolute team players,' she states. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shefali Shah's BTS video with Jaideep Ahlawat goes viral on International dance day
To celebrate International Dance Day , Shefali Shah shared a fun behind-the-scenes video with Jaideep Ahlawat , and it quickly became a hit online. The two, who earlier worked together in Three of Us, were seen rehearsing their dance moves on set, bringing smiles to fans' faces. The actress shared a video on Instagram where she was seen practising her dance routine and showing off her graceful moves. But what grabbed everyone's attention was Jaideep Ahlawat in the background, playfully copying her steps. His funny expressions and comic timing had fans laughing out loud. Jaideep Ahlawat's fun dance moves The video shows Jaideep Ahlawat also playfully copying Shefali's dance steps with full energy. At one point, he pauses mid-dance with a confused yet adorable expression. In the final shot, he laughs and sits down, clearly enjoying the light moment. Shefali's caption reads, 'Just no points for guessing who is the better dancer. My vote goes to him for sure!" She signed off with hashtags like #InternationalDanceDay and #Humor, setting the perfect tone for the lighthearted clip. Jaideep added to the banter by commenting, 'What was I doing !!!??' along with monkey and sweat-smile emojis. Fans loved the friendly bond between him and Shefali Shah, filling the comments with praise and laughter. One fan wrote, 'Gajab ho sir… Shefali madam rocks,' while another called Jaideep 'the real pookie in the series.' Some even dubbed him the 'Latest Dance Throb of Bollywood,' referring to his viral dance number Jaadu from his new OTT film ' Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins '. Upcoming projects 'Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins', which was released on OTT on April 25, stars Saif Ali Khan , Jaideep Ahlawat, Kunal Kapoor , and Nikita Dutta. The film is a slick heist drama centred around the search for a rare African gem called the Red Sun. Jaideep's dance in the song Jaadu has already gone viral, and his fun behind-the-scenes dance has made fans love him even more. Exclusive: Jaideep Ahlawat Reveals Hilarious Dance Debut Saga In Most Fun Interview | Jewel Thief
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shefali Shah: My defining moment was when I chose to walk out of an unhappy relationship
Shefali Shah and (left) as DIG Vartika Chaturvedi in the OTT show Delhi Crime,which she says was a career-defining role for her (BCCL/ @shefalishahofficial) A recent event hosted by the Lucknow chapter of FICCI FLO, turned into a significant one with the National Award winning actress Shefali Shah interacting with the lady members in a session titled 'Rise and Roar'. Sharing her thoughts on various topics including her career, OTT, relationships and courage with Swati Verma and Vandita Agarwal, the Darlings actress began the session by sharing her warm first impression of the city. 'What I loved about Lucknow is how clean the roads are, the city is spaced out and well-planned. Yes, Chowk is a little different, but that's supposed to be like an old city,' she said with a smile. Reflecting on her upbringing, Shefali spoke of her humble roots, being the daughter of a doctor and a Reserve Bank of India employee. 'I'm extremely lucky and a privileged daughter because of my parents, whom I credit for my values,' she shared. She further shared about her journey into acting, Shefali revealed that it was never a planned move. 'I hated studies, and going into acting was never on the horizon. I wanted to be an air hostess. However, I started with theatre, and then it all just happened organically,' she said with a smile. The Satya and Dil Dhadakne Do actress also spoke about some defining moments of her life, receiving cheers and applause from the women in the room. 'As an actor, it might seem shocking, but my defining moment came just a couple of years ago, even after working for so long. That moment translated into more work. That happened with Delhi Crime for me, where my art was appreciated and I had the opportunity to play a lead role and work at my age,' she said, adding, 'Earlier, our traditional films mostly revolved around a hero-heroine and a pair of friends. For a very long time, there was no space for real characters. However, with the arrival of OTT, we now give space and consideration to characters.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her body cannot endure this level of pain; please help her. Donate For Health Learn More Undo Shefali Shah Touching upon the evolution of content, Shefali called OTT a game-changer. 'It's not led by numbers, age, skin colour, or how beautiful or thin you are. OTT gives space for the real you and real characters. But yes, the charm of samosas and watching a movie in a theatre is irreplaceable. Still, OTT is a boon for actors like me, a platform where, in films, there hadn't been much character work for someone like me.' Speaking of another turning point in her life that required courage, she shared, 'The second was when I chose to walk out of an unhappy relationship. Whether there is something else or not, the question was, do I want to live like this all my life? I probably could have been alone for the rest of my life, but I'm glad I took that step.' On relationships and tolerance, the Hasratein and Juice actress, who is married to filmmaker Vipul Shah, added, 'There is a basic level of tolerance, and anyone in a marriage will stretch themselves. But when taking someone for granted piles up, that's when trouble begins. You may disagree, but respect towards each other must be there. Humour and wit are important to get through the journey of life, but we should also pay heed to situations when the jokes become too much,' she emphasized. Known for her strong opinions and powerful characters, Shefali has perhaps not done many films but says she has always chosen roles with substance. 'When you decide to be that kind of actor, then you don't get to do many films, because characters like these don't come often. The kind of work I do doesn't come often, and I've learned to say no—and I have the privilege to do so. I am happiest on set. Even though I don't necessarily love all the people, I love the give and take in this craft.' As the session drew to a close, and the women keenly listened to the profound conversation, Shefali, who has two sons Aryaman and Maurya, also reflected on parenting. 'Earlier, it used to be our mothers who led the narrative; now our children do. My parents taught me to be selfless. But now our kids are teaching us how self-preservation is important too. Parenting is both a bane and a boon, and it's a different journey for each parent,' she reflected. Shefali (left) in a still from Three Of Us Reflecting on her role in web series Three of Us , Shefali, who played a woman with dementia who goes back to her hometown to meet her childhood sweetheart, shared how it revealed her more vulnerable side to the world. 'I have this persona where I have to tell people, listen, I don't bite! I'm lucky and honoured that I'm extremely vulnerable and emotional, to the point of being wrong. When I played Shailaja, I was happy to get in touch with that softer side of mine,' she shared. - Amina Ashraf Stay updated with the latest Best Hindi Movies , Best Tamil Movies , Best Telugu Movies , Best english Movies , Best Malayalam Movies
India.com
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress who became an overnight sensation at 19, one song changed her life, worked with Akshay Kumar, Salman Khan, hasn't done any movies in 20 years, she is…
The showbiz industry is extremely vast, with many actors and actresses trying their luck. Stardom in Bollywood is all about an actor's hard work and their luck playing along. Today, we will tell you about an actress who became a star at the age of 19 not with a hit film, but a superhit song. The song created a buzz among the audience, and to this day, it is considered one of the most loved songs. If you are wondering who this actress is, then let us tell you she is the same girl who made headlines for her song Kaanta Laga. We are discussing none other than Shefali Jariwala. Born on 15 December 1982 in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Shefali Jariwala entered the entertainment industry at the age of just 19 in 2002. Shefali starred in a music album that featured the song Kaanta Laga. As soon as the song was released, it became a sensation among the audience. The song made Shefali an overnight sensation, and everybody wanted to know who the viral music video girl was. After the song Kaanta Laga, Shefali worked in many TV shows and films. She played small but memorable roles in films like Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004) and Hudugaru (2011). Along with this, she also made a name for herself on TV. She also featured in shows like Boogie Woogie, Nach Baliye 5, and Nach Baliye 7. Apart from this, she also participated in Bigg Boss 13, which increased her popularity even more. Coming to Shefali's personal life, she tied the knot with the music director Harmeet Singh, but they got divorced in 2009. Currently, Shefali is married to actor Parag Tyagi, and both of them live in Mumbai. On the other hand, if we talk about her net worth, then according to media reports, Shefali's total net worth is said to be around Rs 75 crore. Though the actress has turned 42, she still looks as young as she was.
