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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ram Gopal Varma slams stray dog shelter verdict, questions ‘selective sympathy' of animal lovers
Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) Ever since the Supreme Court's verdict to put all the stray dogs in the Delhi-NCR region into shelters, many Bollywood celebs have condemned the decision, saying that this is not the correct way to tackle the situation. Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) Ever since the Supreme Court's verdict to put all the stray dogs in the Delhi-NCR region into shelters, many Bollywood celebs have condemned the decision, saying that this is not the correct way to tackle the situation. 1 2 Ever since the Supreme Court 's verdict to put all the stray dogs in the Delhi-NCR region into shelters, many Bollywood celebs have condemned the decision, saying that this is not the correct way to tackle the situation. Now, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has something to say to all those animal lovers. The 'Sarkar' maker said that while people are being bitten and killed by stray dogs, the dog lovers are busy tweeting about dog rights. He added that while there is no harm in loving your pets within the house, it is insensitive to preach compassion to the victims of stray dogs and their loved ones. The director also pointed out: "Rich people pet Hi breeds. Poor people get mauled and killed by strays. That's the class divide dog lovers don't talk about." The 'Rangeela' maker asked a pertinent question to all the animal lovers out there, saying, "If a man kills, he's a murderer. If a dog kills, you call it an "accident." So does that mean people killing like animals can also be called an accident?" Varma said that people nowadays are practicing selective sympathy as they weep for dogs, but not for people who lose their loved ones because of these dogs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Benefits of Trading Bitcoin CFDs IC Markets Learn More Undo The 'Shool' director stated that instead of saying "don't kill strays," the dog lovers should adopt all the street dogs. Varma further asked the reason for not doing so - "They are low-bred, dirty, disease-oriented, or you don't want to endanger your loved ones?" He shared that compassion without justice is not compassion but cruelty wrapped in self-righteousness. The filmmaker added that stray dogs do not attack inside gated communities; they attack in places without gates. Bashing the pet parents some more, he even advised them to create hashtags for mothers who watch their child being bitten to death by the stray dogs. Varma concluded by saying that while all animals have a right to live, it should not be at the expense of other human lives. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
Economic Times
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Nawazuddin Siddiqui's daughter Shora wows the audience with her acting chops in viral video. Netizens react: 'This is nepotism ...'
Synopsis Nawazuddin Siddiqui's daughter, Shora, is making waves with her acting debut. A video clip shared by Nawazuddin on Instagram showcases Shora's natural talent and emotional depth in a short dramatic performance. Her performance has garnered praise from the online community, with many predicting a bright future for her in the film industry, potentially carrying on her father's legacy. Agencies Nawazuddin Siddiqui's Daughter Shora Sparks Buzz With Her Acting Debut Nawazuddin Siddiqui, a prominent name in Indian cinema, is widely celebrated for his extraordinary acting skills and versatile roles. Having carved a place for himself through a variety of powerful performances, Nawazuddin began his acting career after graduating from the National School of Drama. He initially played minor characters in movies such as Sarfarosh, Shool, and Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.. However, it was his compelling role in Anurag Kashyap's Black Friday that marked a turning point in his career and brought him wider recognition. Since then, he has built an impressive filmography, earning admiration from critics and audiences it appears that Nawazuddin's passion for storytelling and performance has been inherited by his daughter, Shora. On July 14, 2025, the actor uploaded a video clip on Instagram featuring a short dramatic performance by his 15-year-old daughter. Though fans are accustomed to being amazed by Nawazuddin himself, this time the spotlight was on the next generation. The video showcases Shora performing a brief scene in English alongside another actor, filmed from the other actor's perspective to maintain focus on her expressions. Her honest delivery and natural screen presence quickly caught the attention of brief clip immediately drew applause from the online community, with many praising Shora's articulation, calmness, and emotional depth. Social media users flooded the comment section with encouraging words. One user even drew a comparison to seasoned performer Radhika Apte, while another enthusiastically predicted her future success in the Hindi film industry. Comments poured in, describing her performance as 'authentic,' 'moving,' and 'a true reflection of her father's legacy.' Another noted, this is nepotism done right.."Several viewers highlighted the emotional undertones of watching a young girl mirror her father's artistic spirit. A fan referred to it as a 'proud parent moment,' while another humorously referred to the scene as an ideal example of what respectful nepotism could look like. Filmmaker Ron Kahlon, who recently worked with Shora in an acting workshop, also left a message, describing her as a rare and untamed talent. In a previous interview with Film Companion , Nawazuddin had shared that Shora expressed a genuine interest in acting. He recounted how she independently approached teachers to enroll in a performing arts course, demonstrating both initiative and dedication toward her dream. "She herself went and got admitted to the performing arts faculty. Haath jod ke teacher ke saamne she said, 'I want to learn acting.'" he told the magazine. Professionally, Nawazuddin was last seen in Costao, a biographical crime drama. His upcoming projects include Noorani Chehra, Sangeen, and the much-anticipated Raat Akeli Hai 2. As for Shora, her promising on-screen debut signals that another gifted performer from the Siddiqui household may soon be ready for the big stage.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nawazuddin Siddiqui's daughter Shora wows the audience with her acting chops in viral video. Netizens react: 'This is nepotism ...'
Nawazuddin Siddiqui , a prominent name in Indian cinema , is widely celebrated for his extraordinary acting skills and versatile roles. Having carved a place for himself through a variety of powerful performances, Nawazuddin began his acting career after graduating from the National School of Drama . He initially played minor characters in movies such as Sarfarosh, Shool, and Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.. However, it was his compelling role in Anurag Kashyap 's Black Friday that marked a turning point in his career and brought him wider recognition. Since then, he has built an impressive filmography, earning admiration from critics and audiences alike. Now, it appears that Nawazuddin's passion for storytelling and performance has been inherited by his daughter, Shora. On July 14, 2025, the actor uploaded a video clip on Instagram featuring a short dramatic performance by his 15-year-old daughter. Though fans are accustomed to being amazed by Nawazuddin himself, this time the spotlight was on the next generation. The video showcases Shora performing a brief scene in English alongside another actor, filmed from the other actor's perspective to maintain focus on her expressions. Her honest delivery and natural screen presence quickly caught the attention of viewers. The brief clip immediately drew applause from the online community, with many praising Shora's articulation, calmness, and emotional depth. Social media users flooded the comment section with encouraging words. One user even drew a comparison to seasoned performer Radhika Apte, while another enthusiastically predicted her future success in the Hindi film industry. Comments poured in, describing her performance as 'authentic,' 'moving,' and 'a true reflection of her father's legacy.' Another noted, this is nepotism done right.." Several viewers highlighted the emotional undertones of watching a young girl mirror her father's artistic spirit. A fan referred to it as a 'proud parent moment,' while another humorously referred to the scene as an ideal example of what respectful nepotism could look like. Filmmaker Ron Kahlon, who recently worked with Shora in an acting workshop, also left a message, describing her as a rare and untamed talent. In a previous interview with Film Companion , Nawazuddin had shared that Shora expressed a genuine interest in acting. He recounted how she independently approached teachers to enroll in a performing arts course, demonstrating both initiative and dedication toward her dream. "She herself went and got admitted to the performing arts faculty. Haath jod ke teacher ke saamne she said, 'I want to learn acting.'" he told the magazine. Professionally, Nawazuddin was last seen in Costao, a biographical crime drama. His upcoming projects include Noorani Chehra, Sangeen, and the much-anticipated Raat Akeli Hai 2. As for Shora, her promising on-screen debut signals that another gifted performer from the Siddiqui household may soon be ready for the big stage.
Hindustan Times
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Ram Gopal Varma talks about Deepika Padukone and Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit row: ‘It was very exaggerated'
The stir surrounding Deepika Padukone's reported exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit due to her demand for an 8-hour shift ignited a heated debate about work-life balance in the film industry. Now, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has weighed in on the discussion, stating that the issue has been blown out of proportion. Ram Gopal Varma spoke up about the much discussed conflict between actor Deepika Padukone and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga. RGV on Sandeep-Deepika's Spirit row Some time back, it was said that Deepika is in talks to star opposite Prabhas in Spirit, the upcoming action film directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. However, earlier this year, it was reported that she left the project, with many claiming that she had demanded an 8-hour workday, a share in the film's profits, and requested not to deliver her dialogues in Telugu – conditions which allegedly did not sit well with the filmmaker. The whole stir led to a debate around an8-hour shift for actors. During a conversation with Hindustan Times, Ram Gopal Varma spoke about the controversy and the demand for fixed shift hours. 'When it comes to having fixed shift timings for actors, I really think that it is an agreement between two people. Each of them has a right to say what they want, and the other one has a right to refuse,' says RGV, whose thriller Saaree was released on Lionsgate Play recently. The filmmaker continues, 'The whole thing (between Deepika and Sandeep) was a very exaggerated thing in my opinion. Because I can say, I want to work for 23 hours, and the actor can say I want to work only for one hour. That's their call. But how can one human being force another human being to do something? And they can agree to work or not work with each other… But that thing was just kind of blown up in the media.' On demand for fixed shift hours The filmmaker, who is known for making projects such as Satya, Shool, Bhoot and Killing Veerappan, believes that having fixed shift hours for actors isn't practical due to the unpredictable nature of filmmaking, which relies on various external factors. 'That's because it depends on so many factors. The director might need a particular light. He might want some combination of another actor, or maybe the location is not available. There are too many factors which can factor in,' he explains his thought. On his project coming on OTT Written and presented by Ram Gopal Varma and directed by Giri Krishna Kamal, Saaree premiered on Lionsgate Play on June 27. The film follows the story of Kittu, played by Satya Yadu, a photographer who becomes obsessed with a woman played by Aaradhya Devi, whom he sees in a saree, an image that consumes him completely. Talking about the response to the film, RGV shares, 'The film deals with the issue around how social media can influence. How people get in touch with each other without knowing any backgrounds, and they get into relationships… And what dangers it can cause.' Is the audience on OTT any different from the people going to the theatres? 'Both are two different mediums. We have this habit of generalising the audience. Some people like to see some films in the theatre and some like to watch them at home. One can't generalise it because every platform and every avenue has its own audience,' he ends.
India.com
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Govind Namdev finally breaks silence about dating rumours with 30-years-younger actress Shivangi Verma, says, 'The truth is…'
Love, affair, secret dating, and divorces are no new thing in Bollywood. From the early days of the industry till the 21st century, so many love stories have blossomed, and so many went their separate ways. In the industry, age is just a number, and there are actor couples who have been together despite their age gap. From Dilip Kumar–Saira Banu to Saif Ali Khan–Kareena Kapoor, there are plenty of B-town couples who have a massive age gap. Today, we will talk about a rumoured couple who had a huge age gap. However, now the actor has finally opened up on the same. We are talking about none other than Govind Namdev and Shivangi Verma. A few months back, a picture of Govind and Shivangi went viral, which featured both of them. Apart from the picture, the caption garnered attention. The actress wrote, 'Pyaar knows no age, no limits.' This made people wonder whether the two were together or not. However, now Govind has finally opened up on the matter. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shivangi Verma (@shivangi2324) In an interview with Times of India, Govind said, 'When the film was being prepared, we had a discussion with the director, producer, and Shivangi about planning a strong publicity strategy. I agreed that it was necessary. We'd already shot several scenes, done morning exercises together, and clicked some good photographs.' He revealed that it was Shivangi who insisted on making people believe that they were a romantic pair. Namdev explained, 'Shivangi insisted that we should have a romantic pairing, that the images needed to convey a certain chemistry. I agreed, but also asked what kind of content she had in mind. She said, 'There's a lot. Content matters most.' I thought, fine, let's do it. But then, without informing me, she went ahead and tagged the film in a certain way. That's where the misunderstanding started.' Revealing how upset the rumours made him, Namdev said, 'People began speculating about us, and frankly, I didn't appreciate it. That's why I stopped talking to her,' he stated. 'I don't want to get involved in unnecessary drama.' Talking about how this speculation strained his relationship with his wife, 'There were rumours that my household was affected and me and my wife were considering living separately. I didn't react then, and I don't react now. Everyone can see the truth.' Meanwhile, Govind Namdev is known for his grey roles in Shool, Bandit Queen, Satya, Sarfarosh, and more.
