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The Hindu
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Sooraj Barjatya confirms teaming up with Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari for his next
Filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya has confirmed that his upcoming film is headlined by actor Ayushmann Khurrana, whom he described as a 'dedicated and fine' actor. 'We're shooting the film with them (Ayushmann and Sharvari) in Mumbai, it's a story set in Mumbai. He is a dedicated and fine actor. It's all about getting the right story, and making it look real and making it with the right cast. Besides them, we've more people in the cast, like how we've it in all my films,' Barjatya told PTI in an interview. The director has often teamed up with superstar Salman Khan in most of his films, including his debut, Maine Pyaar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun, Hum Saath Saath Hain, and Prem Ratan Dhan Payo – all of them blockbuster hits. He has also directed Main Prem Ki Deewani Hoon, Vivaah, and Uunchai. Barjatya said he is a bit 'nervous' as the shooting for the film approaches. 'I've had this nervousness before the shoot of every film. This has been there even when I made my first film, Maine Pyaar Kiya, it's (nervousness) still the same. As a creator, it's not about how much box office (numbers) it will do, it's about whether you're able to connect or not, with that thought or scene. "For me, whether it's a film or a show, everyone should feel that the world that I'm creating is honest, it shouldn't look fake, like everyone should feel that this is how my house is. That is my biggest challenge. I want to make what I know, it's important to make every kind of film, but it's important to make family films,' the 61-year-old director said. Media reports suggest that the upcoming film, a family drama, will see Khurrana take on the iconic role of Prem that Salman used to portray in Barjatya's films.
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sooraj Barjatya teams up with Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari; family drama set in heart of Mumbai; read more
Legendary filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya is stepping into a fresh cinematic chapter with his next project , a Mumbai-set family drama starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari. Barjatya is placing Ayushmann in the spotlight, with reports hinting he will take on the beloved role of 'Prem,' immortalised by Salman Khan in classics like 'Maine Pyaar Kiya' and 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun'. Speaking to PTI about the casting choice, the director called Ayushmann 'a dedicated and fine actor,' praising his ability to bring authenticity to every role. The Heart of Mumbai, the soul of a family film Unlike Barjatya's past films set against grand wedding backdrops and sprawling family homes, this story is grounded firmly in the everyday bustle of Mumbai. Shooting will take place in the city itself, a choice the filmmaker says is about 'making it look real' and ensuring audiences feel the world he creates is genuine. 'I want people to watch and say, 'Yes, this could be my home, my family.' That's the biggest challenge,' Barjatya explained. True to his signature style, the film will feature a large ensemble cast, capturing the warmth, chaos, and bonds that define family life. Nervousness before the magic Despite a filmography filled with blockbusters, the 61-year-old director admits he still gets nervous before every shoot. 'It's the same feeling I had before 'Maine Pyaar Kiya'. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like TV providers are furious: this gadget gives you access to all channels Techno Mag Learn More Undo For me, it's never about box office numbers, it's about connection,' he said. While further details about Sharvari's role are under wraps, her pairing with Ayushmann promises fresh on-screen chemistry. On the other hand, Sooraj Barjatya's last directorial venture was 'Uunchal' which was released in the year 2022. The movie starring Amitabh Bachchan , Anupam Kher, Boman Irani , and Parineeti Chopra in the lead, received good reviews. Salman to play double role in Sooraj Barjatya's next
News18
11 hours ago
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- News18
Ayushmann Khurrana And Sharvari To Star In Sooraj Barjatya's Next, Shooting Underway In Mumbai
Filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya says his next film is with Ayushmann Khurrana, who he described as a 'dedicated and fine' actor. Filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya says his next film is with Ayushmann Khurrana, who he described as a 'dedicated and fine" actor. 'We're shooting the film with them (Ayushmann and Sharvari) in Mumbai, it's a story set in Mumbai. He is a dedicated and fine actor. It's all about getting the right story, and making it look real and making it with the right cast. Besides them, we've more people in the cast, like how we've it in all my films," Barjatya told PTI in an interview. The director has often teamed up with superstar Salman Khan in most of his films including his debut, 'Maine Pyaar Kiya", 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun", 'Hum Saath Saath Hain", and 'Prem Ratan Dhan Payo" – all of them blockbuster hits. He has also directed 'Main Prem Ki Deewani Hoon", 'Vivaah", and 'Uunchai". Barjatya said he is a bit 'nervous" as the shooting for the film approaches. 'I've this nervousness before the shoot of every film. This has been there even when I made my first film, 'Maine Pyaar Kiya', it's (nervousness) still the same. As a creator, it's not about how much box office (numbers) it will do, it's about whether you're able to connect or not, with that thought or scene." 'For me, whether it's a film or a show, everyone should feel that the world that I'm creating is honest, it shouldn't look fake, like everyone should feel that this is how my house is. That is my biggest challenge. I want to make what I know, it's important to make every kind of film, but it's important to make family films," the 61-year-old director said. Media reports suggest that the upcoming film, a family drama, will see Khurrana take on the iconic role of Prem that Salman used to portray in Barjatya's films. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Sooraj Barjatya''s next with Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari
Mumbai, Filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya says his next film is with Ayushmann Khurrana, who he described as a 'dedicated and fine' actor. Sooraj Barjatya''s next with Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari 'We're shooting the film with them in Mumbai, it's a story set in Mumbai. He is a dedicated and fine actor. It's all about getting the right story, and making it look real and making it with the right cast. Besides them, we've more people in the cast, like how we've it in all my films,' Barjatya told PTI in an interview. The director has often teamed up with superstar Salman Khan in most of his films including his debut, 'Maine Pyaar Kiya', 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun', 'Hum Saath Saath Hain', and 'Prem Ratan Dhan Payo' – all of them blockbuster hits. He has also directed 'Main Prem Ki Deewani Hoon', 'Vivaah', and 'Uunchai'. Barjatya said he is a bit 'nervous' as the shooting for the film approaches. 'I've this nervousness before the shoot of every film. This has been there even when I made my first film, 'Maine Pyaar Kiya', it's still the same. As a creator, it's not about how much box office it will do, it's about whether you're able to connect or not, with that thought or scene." "For me, whether it's a film or a show, everyone should feel that the world that I'm creating is honest, it shouldn't look fake, like everyone should feel that this is how my house is. That is my biggest challenge. I want to make what I know, it's important to make every kind of film, but it's important to make family films,' the 61-year-old director said. Media reports suggest that the upcoming film, a family drama, will see Khurrana take on the iconic role of Prem that Salman used to portray in Barjatya's films. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Salman Khan Teams Up With Sooraj Barjatya For New Family Love Story
Last Updated: Director Sooraj Barjatya is working on a new family drama and love story with Salman Khan, set to be announced in November. Famous director Sooraj Barjatya is working on a new movie with superstar Salman Khan. He said the film will be officially announced in November and will be a family drama and love story, just like the ones he is known for. Salman Khan-Sooraj Barjatya team up In a recent interview with India Today, Sooraj Barjatya revealed, ''Thoda waqt hai (There's still time to that film). We are working on the story of the film with Salman bhai. But we will also have to have an age-appropriate script for the same. We will be announcing the film soon, probably in November. It features established actors, but we cannot talk much about it. It's a family drama and a love story, a world that we present strongly in our films. I do feel responsible towards giving our audiences the stories that we believe and celebrate." Earlier, in an interview with Times Now, Barjatya had talked about the challenge of writing the story to fit Salman Khan's current age and style. 'It will not be a new avatar for him because with me, Salman Bhai, we always want to bring back the simplicity, the extended family, and the happiness… chhoti chhoti cheezon mein khushi (happiness in little things). But mujhe thoda waqt lagega [it will take time] because now we have to write for Salman bhai something that suits his age. That is a big challenge for me as a writer and as a director because we want him to be the same masti, same fun, but uss umar mein [according to his age]. It's going to take me a little more time." Revealing about the storyline, the filmmaker mentioned that the story revolves around a boy and a girl coming from a small town and trying to find their own identity. 'It's a pure love story," he shared. Previous collaborations This will mark Salman Khan and Sooraj Barjatya's first film together since the 2015 release of Prem Ratan Dhan Payo, which also starred Sonam Kapoor. They have also worked together in Maine Pyar Kiya (1989), Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994) and Hum Saath-Saath Hain (1999). A bit of nostalgia… Salman Khan debuted in Sooraj Barjatya's 1989 film Maine Pyar Kiya, which was also Barjatya's first movie as a director. Initially, Sooraj was hesitant to cast Salman, as the actor didn't make a strong impression when they first met. But that changed once Salman stepped in front of the camera. Recalling his first impression of Salman, Sooraj told Mid Day, 'He was such a short guy, and didn't look like a hero at all. But when I saw his photos, he was outstanding. That is the power of camera presence." Sooraj revealed that Salman had met him with the intention of rejecting the film but 'by the time, we got to the interval point, we shook hands, and decided to do the film". However, there were still hurdles to be overcome. The first one was Salman's look test. 'Not sure if it was my fault or his, but there was no throw in his voice. We then moved to dance sequences, got in Farah Khan for the rehearsals, and somehow, it was all going wrong, and he wasn't dancing well either. But then when I put him in a chair and handed him a guitar, he just nodded a bit on the camera, and I knew it. His face, his style, his romance… everything was on point… but he wasn't able to talk," said Sooraj. The next hurdle was that Salman was making his debut with Biwi Ho To Aisi in a supporting role. 'For six months, Salman sent other people and asked me to launch them instead of himself. In fact, I visited him during a shoot just to say that I have to move on from him, but even there, he had a couple of people lined up and wanted me to choose them for Maine Pyar Kiya… How to tell a 'No' to this person. Credit goes to his personality, and how he has always been truthful. He always believed that the film was more important, and it is still there today. Even now, if I want to make a film with someone else, he'd be supportive, and even ask if I needed him to do a guest appearance," Sooraj said. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
