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Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘I spit food on Zoya Akhtar's hand during shoot,' reveals Ayesha Raza: ‘She makes you feel held as an actor'
The film Dil Dhadakne Do had a gripping story, a star cast, and a story treated to absolute perfection by director Zoya Akhtar. Zoya, who has always been vocal about her responsibilities as a filmmaker, hit it out of the park with the movie while handling a cast filled with the likes of Anil Kapoor, Shefali Shah, Priyanka Chopra, Ranveer Singh, Farhan Akhtar, and more. One of the characters from the film Indu was played by actor Ayesha Raza, who recently talked about Zoya's directorial methods and complimented her on the attention to detail and compassion she possesses while filming. While talking to Just Too Filmy, Raza was asked about the one director who inspires her the most, and without skipping a beat, she said, 'It's Zoya Akhtar. I mean, she treats you like you are the most important person in the world, and Dil Dhadhakne Do was one of the first major films I did. I was fairly new during the film, and I hadn't done much work, but every time I used to suggest a change, Zoya would say, 'Okay, show me how you are going to do it.' Giving an actor that space to explore and not imposing your own ideas constantly is great, and that is why she is magical.' ALSO READ: 'Rekha is my neighbour': Inside Zoya Akhtar's art-filled, sea-facing Mumbai home To prove her point further, Raza recalled an incident from the sets of the Prime Video show Made In Heaven and said, 'I remember shooting for Made In Heaven in this tiny flat in Nizaamuddin. I am on a treadmill, and I am eating sweets while doing it. I can't keep eating sweets one after another for every shot, so I asked for a bin where I could spit it out. There was no space for a bin, and even the ADs couldn't stand there, but Zoya took a tissue in her hand and told me to spit into that. That is how 'held' you can make an actor feel, by being there for them in every single scenario that might occur.' The film had several iconic characters, including the evergreen Anil Kapoor playing the role of Kamal Mehra. The actor admitted during an interview with SCREEN that he was quite hesitant to play the character of a father but was convinced by his own son, Harshvardhan Kapoor. He said, 'When she narrated the script to me, Ranveer Singh was on board then. I said, 'Ye kya Ranveer ke baap ka role, nahi yaar.' Because in India, you get stuck in a stereotype. As usual, my son Harsh (Harshvardhan Kapoor) was responsible. He'd also convinced me to do Slumdog Millionaire in 2007. He told me, 'It's okay, yaar, you've done enough of running around the trees. Do this grey character!' With Dil Dhadakne Do again, he told me to not think of it as a father, but as a character. Raza was recently seen in the Netflix film Aap Jaisa Koi, alongside R. Madhavan, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Sahib Chatterjee, and Karan Wahi.
Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Remember Latika from Oscar-winning film Slumdog Millionaire? All about Freida Pinto, who is married to a photographer and settled in UK
Slumdog Millionaire achieved significant popularity during its release in 2008. A year later, in 2009, the film won eight out of 10 Academy Awards. Directed by Danny Boyle, the critically acclaimed British drama starred Dev Patel and Freida Pinto as the main leads. With the film that made a star, along with Dev Patel, questions regarding her presence often arise in the film circuit. So, are you also curious what Freida might be up to these days? If yes, read on to find out. Freida Pinto is married to a photographer Freida Pinto is happily married to Cory Tran, an adventure photographer and cinematographer. The couple exchanged marital vows in 2020 in California. They got engaged in November 2019. Freida and Cory have a son, Rumi-Ray, who was born in November 2021. The actress previously dated her Slumdog Millionaire co-star Dev Patel. However, they parted ways after a relationship of six years. As per her Instagram profile, Freida is now settled in the United Kingdom with her family. Freida Pinto to star in Netflix series, Unaccustomed Earth Freida Pinto is currently gearing up for the upcoming Netflix series, Unaccustomed Earth. Freida is playing a major role of Parul Chaudhary in the show. The series marks the adaptation of Jhumpa Lahiri's short story collection of the same name. A brief about Freida Pinto's movies and series As far as movies are concerned, Pinto was last seen in My Mother's Wedding (2023). The comedy drama starred Scarlett Johansson as the main lead, and she was cast in a key role. She was also a part of Surface Season 2. The second season of the American psychological thriller television series aired on Apple TV+ in February this year. The actress rose to prominence with her film debut, Slumdog Millionaire. While Dev Patel played the role of Jamal, Freida played his love interest, Latika, in the 2008 Oscar-winning movie. Their on-screen chemistry was one of the highlights of the British drama. She later acted in Rise of the Planet of the Apes and Immortals. Her filmography also includes movies like Miral (2010), Trishna (2011), Desert Dancer (2014), You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger (2010), Hillbilly Elegy (2020), and Mr. Malcolm's List (2022). Freida Pinto also worked in the 2018 film, Love Sonia, which was Mrunal Thakur 's debut in Bollywood.
Economic Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
AR Rahman's daughter Raheema graduates from Swiss college: Her education, qualifications and career
Synopsis AR Rahman's daughter, Raheema, has graduated from the Glion Institute of Higher Education in Switzerland with a Master's degree in Hospitality, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation. The music composer shared the news with a heartfelt social media post featuring Raheema in her graduation robe. Known for keeping his family life private, Rahman's rare update was warmly received by fans. Raheema's educational journey also includes a culinary diploma and experience in music and film. AR Rahman Celebrates Daughter Raheema's Graduation Renowned music composer AR Rahman recently celebrated a special personal milestone—his daughter Raheema's graduation from the Glion Institute of Higher Education in Switzerland. The Oscar-winning composer, typically known for guarding his family's privacy, shared a photo on Instagram capturing the proud moment. In the picture, Raheema is seen dressed in her graduation attire, marking the completion of her studies in Hospitality, Entrepreneurship, and her his 'little princess,' Rahman expressed pride in her academic achievement through the social media post, which drew warm responses from fans and well-wishers. The moment offered a rare peek into the personal life of the composer best known for his globally acclaimed work in films like Roja, Rockstar, and Slumdog Millionaire. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ARR (@arrahman) Raheema Rahman has pursued an education that blends creativity with entrepreneurship. According to her LinkedIn profile, she earned a Master of Science degree in Hospitality, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation from the Glion Institute of Higher Education (Sep 2024 – Jan 2026) in Switzerland. Alongside this, she completed a diploma in Patisserie from the International Centre for Culinary Arts in Dubai (Feb – May 2024).Her academic path also includes participation in a five-week Music Performance Intensive at Berklee College of Music in 2018, highlighting her early interest in the performing arts. She had her school-level education as a private candidate under the Cambridge International Examinations system, and previously attended Lady Andal and Sir Mutha Schools in professional experience reflects her interest in diverse creative fields. Her LinkedIn profile reveals that she worked as a freelance event manager, successfully planning a multi-day wedding event in 2022. That same year, she interned at Nayla Al Khaja Films in Dubai, where she assisted in directing and production. Her earliest known stint was in 2019 as a social media marketing intern at Qyuki Digital Rahman's daughter graduates from Switzerland college: Her education, qualification, career Raheema is one of three children of AR Rahman and Saira Banu. The family has occasionally made headlines, including in 2022, when her elder sister Khatija Rahman married audio engineer Riyasdeen Shaik Mohamed in a close-knit ceremony. In 2024, Rahman and Saira Banu publicly announced their separation after years of marriage, citing emotional strain as the reason. A family representative issued the statement, as reported by several outlets. However, earlier this year, Saira clarified to ANI that the couple is not legally divorced and requested the public not to refer to her as Rahman's ex-wife. She had made the comment while wishing him well during his recovery from a health scare involving chest pain and angioplasty.
NDTV
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Freida Pinto To Lead Netflix Series Based On Jhumpa Lahiri's Unaccustomed Earth
Los Angeles: Indian actor Freida Pinto is set to headline Unaccustomed Earth, a series adaptation of author Jhumpa Lahiri's short story collection of the same title. The project was announced by streaming service Netflix in April and will feature eight episodes, according to entertainment news outlet Variety. Pinto, known for starring in critically-acclaimed and award-winning movies such as Slumdog Millionaire, Rise of the Planet of the Apes, You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger and Love Sonia, will essay the role of Parul Chaudhury. Unaccustomed Earth is described as an "epic, soapy, and culturally vibrant drama about a tight-knit Indian American community navigating love, desire, and belonging". "Rich with nuance, passion, and unforgettable characters, 'Unaccustomed Earth' invites you into the elite and insular Indian-American community of Cambridge, MA. When a star-crossed romance between a devoted wife and her long lost love comes to light, a scandalous affair is born and new battle lines are drawn in this intensely interconnected immigrant community," the official logline read. The series will be written by John Wells, best known for developing hit American show "Shameless" and directing movies such as "August: Osage County" and "Burnt", in collaboration with Madhuri Shekar, who will serve as the showrunner. Ritesh Batra, the director of The Lunchbox and "Photograph, will helm and executive produce the first and second episodes. Filmmaker Nisha Ganatra, who had originally optioned the book and developed the series, will also executive produce. Lahiri will executive produce as well, along with Erica Saleh, Erin Jontow and Celia Costas. Her 2003 novel The Namesake was famously adapted into a 2006 film by Mira Nair, starring Kal Penn, Tabu, and Irrfan Khan. Unaccustomed Earth will be produced by Warner Bros Television, where Wells is under an overall deal.
New Indian Express
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Freida Pinto to lead Netflix's series based on Jhumpa Lahiri's short stories 'Unaccustomed Earth'
LOS ANGELES: Indian actor Freida Pinto is set to headline Unaccustomed Earth, a series adaptation of author Jhumpa Lahiri's short story collection of the same title. The project was announced by streaming service Netflix in April and will feature eight episodes, according to entertainment news outlet Variety. Pinto, known for starring in critically-acclaimed and award-winning movies such as "Slumdog Millionaire", "Rise of the Planet of the Apes", "You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger" and "Love Sonia", will essay the role of Parul Chaudhury. Unaccustomed Earth is described as an "epic, soapy, and culturally vibrant drama about a tight-knit Indian American community navigating love, desire, and belonging". "Rich with nuance, passion, and unforgettable characters, Unaccustomed Earth invites you into the elite and insular Indian-American community of Cambridge, MA.
