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Indian Express
15 hours ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Siddharth Nigam says he was replaced in Azaad by Ajay Devgn's nephew after waiting for a year, found out from poster: ‘They were star kids'
The period drama Azaad launched the careers of two starkids — Ajay Devgn's nephew, Aaman Devgan, and Raveena Tandon's daughter, Rasha Thadani. Recently, actor Siddharth Nigam, who has predominantly worked in television, revealed that he was initially considered for the lead role in Azaad but was eventually replaced by Aaman. He also shared how he was not informed about the change in casting. Speaking to Instant Bollywood, Siddharth's mother, Vibha Nigam, recalled the process. 'I took him along for the meeting. The entire script was narrated, and we waited for a year. I was happy because the film was good, and Siddharth would have had a strong launch in Bollywood. I really loved the script.' Vibha shared that even after waiting for a year, they were caught off guard when they came across Azaad's poster featuring Aaman. She said, 'But suddenly, after two years, Siddharth showed me the poster of Azaad and said, 'Mum, this has been released, and these are the people in the film.' Then we saw that the film starred Ajay Devgn's nephew and Rasha. For the first time in my life, I felt bad. When things like this happen, as a mother, it hurts. Then I realised both of them were star kids, and that made all the difference,' she added. Siddharth admitted that he had pinned his hopes on the project but also acknowledged the nature of the film business. He said, 'There's no one to blame. This is the business industry, so there's no point in asking why they did it — they must have had their own reasons. It's more of a personal realisation and pain. You get your hopes up thinking something might work out. We wait for an entire year, and then we see the teaser. So after watching it, we just thought, 'Oh, okay. Let's move on.'' Azad was a massive flop at the box office. However, Rasha received widespread acclaim for her dance performance in the song 'Uyi Amma.' The film also starred Ajay Devgn and Diana Penty in key roles.
India.com
16 hours ago
- Business
- India.com
This top TV actor lost a big film, was replaced by a star kid, earned only Rs 8 crore in a budget of Rs 40 crore, name is…, film is…
There are dozens of such films in Bollywood in which stars replace each other. However, some of those films become huge hits at the box office, while some are wiped out within a week. Today we are going to tell you about one such film, in which the mother of a big TV actor claimed that her son was supposed to be cast in this film, but he was replaced by a big star kid. However, that film proved to be the biggest flop at the box office. This often happens in Bollywood when an actor is replaced by another actor in a film. Sometimes this change proves beneficial for the film, and sometimes not. Today, we are going to tell you about one such film, in which a big TV actor was first cast, but later he was removed and a star kid was cast. The interesting thing is that this film flopped badly at the box office, and all the hopes of the makers were shattered. You will also be surprised to hear the name of this film, because this film was released this year and went away after causing a big loss to the makers. We are talking about none other than 'Azad', which is going to hit the theatres on 17 January 2025, for which TV actor Siddharth Nigam was initially selected. This claim was made by Siddharth's mother herself in a recent interview. She said that she had gone to the meeting of film screening with her son, and the entire script was also narrated and she was happy. She said that she was confident that this film would give a great start to her son's career. But after some time, it was revealed that someone else had been cast in the film. Siddharth's mother said that she had waited for this film for almost a year. When, after two year,s her son showed her the poster of the film, she was shocked. She saw that Ajay Devgn's nephew Aman Devgan and Raveena Tandon's daughter Rasha Thadani were seen in the poster. She was very sad at that time. However, Siddharth also did not say anything about this. He said that when he saw the teaser of the film, he understood that it is better to move forward now. Currently, Siddharth is in the news for his new web show 'Hai Junoon', in which people are liking his work very much and he is in the headlines again. At the same time, if we talk about this film, then this film directed by Abhishek Kapoor earned only 8 crores in a budget of 40 crores and it became the biggest flop film of 2025.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Aced audition, kept two years in waiting': TV star Siddharth Nigam's mom shares how actor was ditched for star kids for debut film
Siddharth Nigam has steadily risen through the ranks in the Indian entertainment world, earning widespread recognition for his work in Hindi television . He captivated audiences with his memorable performances in shows such as Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat, Chandra Nandini, and Aladdin – Naam Toh Suna Hoga. His impressive screen presence and strong acting skills earned him a notable role in Bollywood at a young age when he portrayed the younger version of Aamir Khan's character in Dhoom 3 , marking an impactful debut in mainstream cinema. A Golden Opportunity That Slipped Away Years later, Siddharth appeared to be on the brink of a major breakthrough when he was shortlisted to play a leading role in the 2025 film Azaad. This project, starring Ajay Devgn and Diana Penty, was also meant to launch new faces like Aaman Devgn, the nephew of Ajay Devgn, and Rasha Thadani, daughter of actress Raveena Tandon. In an interview with Instant Bollywood, Siddharth's mother later revealed how emotionally invested the family was in this opportunity. She had accompanied her son to initial meetings, during which the full script of the film was read out to them. They patiently waited for updates, believing this film could be a powerful platform for Siddharth's Bollywood launch. A Mother's Painful Memory However, their hopes were shattered when, after two years of silence, Siddharth discovered that Azaad had been released — but with different lead actors. The film, which hit theatres in January 2025, had gone ahead with Aaman and Rasha instead. Siddharth's mother admitted that this turn of events caused her deep sorrow. Seeing her son replaced was painful, especially after dedicating so much time and emotional investment into what seemed like a career-defining opportunity. It was then that she realised the weight carried by star lineage in the film industry and how it often determined who got the final nod. "After two years, Siddharth showed me the poster of Azaad and said, 'Mum, this has been released, and these are the people in the film.' Then we saw that the film starred Ajay Devgn's nephew and Rasha. For the first time in my life, I felt bad. When things like this happen, as a mother, it hurts. Then I realised both of them were star kids, and that made all the difference," she told the channel. Siddharth's Calm Acceptance and Growth While the experience was undoubtedly heartbreaking, Siddharth responded with a mature outlook. Rather than assigning blame, he viewed the situation as part of the professional landscape. He acknowledged that such incidents are common in show business and that decisions are often based on factors beyond talent alone. Although he initially felt crushed, he eventually made peace with the outcome, choosing not to dwell on the loss. Instead, he used the incident as a learning experience, accepting the industry's unpredictability and resolving to stay focused on the journey ahead. A Humble Beginning With Yash Raj Films In a separate conversation, Siddharth reminisced about the moment he was selected for Dhoom 3. The call came from casting director Shanoo Sharma, who worked with Yash Raj Films. At that time, Siddharth and his family had little knowledge of Mumbai's film world and were hesitant about moving forward. Coming from a non-industry background, they even wondered if the casting call was genuine. Siddharth joked about how he feared being tricked, referencing crime-based TV shows that shaped his perceptions of unfamiliar cities. Through these experiences, Siddharth Nigam's journey reflects the emotional highs and lows faced by outsiders in the industry — a story of talent, resilience, and quiet determination.
India Today
a day ago
- Business
- India Today
Siddharth Nigam on being replaced by Aaman Devgan in Azaad: Waited an entire year
Actor Siddharth Nigam's mother, Vibha Nigam, recently recalled how her son was replaced by Aaman Devgan in 'Azaad' after auditioning for the film. She said that as a mother, she was hurt upon learning about Ajay Devgn's nephew being cast in the period drama. Siddharth and Vibha reflected on the unpredictable nature of the entertainment speaking about Siddharth's audition for 'Azaad,' Vibha, in an interview with Instant Bollywood, said, "I took him along for the meeting. The entire script was narrated, and we waited for a year. I was happy because the film was good, and Siddharth would have had a strong launch in Bollywood. I really loved the script."advertisement"But suddenly, after two years, Siddharth showed me the poster of 'Azaad' and said, 'Mum, this has been released, and these are the people in the film.' Then we saw that the film starred Ajay Devgn's nephew and Rasha. For the first time in my life, I felt bad. When things like this happen, as a mother, it hurts. Then I realised both of them were star kids, and that made all the difference," she added. Siddharth, however, stated that he doesn't want to blame anyone, as such is the nature of business in the film industry. He said, "There's no one to blame. This is the business industry, so there's no point in asking why they did it — they must have had their own reasons. It's more of a personal realisation and pain. You get your hopes up thinking something might work out. We wait for an entire year, and then we see the teaser. So after watching it, we just thought, 'Oh, okay. Let's move on.'"advertisementApart from Aaman, 'Azaad' featured Raveena Tandon's daughter Rasha Thadani, who also made her film debut. The period action drama was directed by Abhishek Kapoor and co-produced by Ronnie Screwvala and Pragya Kapoor.'Azaad' released in theatres on January 17, Watch
Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
IPL 2025 final: Shankar Mahadevan pays tribute to armed forces. Watch
The IPL final is always a celebration, and one of the most important days in the Indian cricket calendar. This year's final was no different as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) locked horns in the final for ultimate glory. In the closing ceremony before the match, singer Shankar Mahadevan took the stage and gave a fitting tribute to the Indian armed forces, as he sang some of the patriotic songs from his discography along with his sons Siddharth and Shivam. A patriotic tribute ceremony for the Indian Armed Forces 🇮🇳 Shankar Mahadevan with a performance worthy of the occasion 🫡#TATAIPL | #RCBvPBKS | #Final | #TheLastMile | @Shankar_Live — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) June 3, 2025 The singer started the performance with the title track of the 2004 film Lakshya, starring Hrithik Roshan, Preity Zinta Amitabh Bachchan and Boman Irani. Of course, Zinta was present in the Narendra Modi Stadium to reminisce, as she is the owner of the Punjab Kings franchise. Mahadevan sons joined in to sing the song 'Lehra Do' from the film '83, starring Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, Ammy Virk, Wamiqa Gabbi and Hardy Sandhu. '83 was about India's triumph in the 1983 cricket world cup and the song 'Lehra Do,' was originally sung by Arijit Singh. ALSO READ | Virat Kohli admits he was 'nervous' around Anushka Sharma while dating; she calls him 'cheesy' in new video. Watch During the performance, four helicopters soared over the stadium, bearing the Indian flag and symbols of the three armed forces in a display of strength and resilience. Many fans reacted to the spectacle and the performance. A fan commented, 'Salute to Indian armed forces,' while another wrote, 'Love to hear it always, Jai Ho Vijay Ho.' A stage lit not just by lights, but also by love for the nation 🇮🇳 A Tribute Ceremony dedicated to the Indian Armed Forces 🫡 Updates ▶ | #RCBvPBKS | #Final | #TheLastMile | @RCBTweets | @PunjabKingsIPL — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) June 3, 2025 The tribute comes after the Indian armed forces took definitive action while responding to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22, in which 26 civilians were killed.
