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Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kunal Kapoor opens up about fear of being forgotten during four-year break
'Jewel Thief' featuring Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat also marked Kunal Kapoor 's comeback to cinema after a four-year break. Following the movie's release, Kunal spoke candidly in an interview about his experiences and reflections during his time away from acting on the big screen. Reflecting on the Four-Year Hiatus Talking to Hindustan Times, Kunal reflected on his four-year break from acting and described the period as challenging because he had to turn down many opportunities. He acknowledged the common fear among actors that being less visible might cause filmmakers to forget them. Despite this concern, he chose not to accept repetitive roles, believing that the true excitement of acting lies in exploring new perspectives. He emphasized that being typecast and repeatedly playing similar characters diminishes the joy and creativity of the craft. Balancing Visibility by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Webster City: Elite Reward Credit Cards (Check eligibility) GoSearches | Search Ads Learn More Undo Kunal notes that actors often receive similar roles repeatedly, so it's important to strike a balance between being seen and preserving artistic integrity. Sometimes, he takes on projects primarily to remain visible and be part of the right films, hoping these opportunities will eventually allow him to challenge himself and grow as an actor. Addressing Perceptions of Being Selective When asked about being perceived as overly selective, Kunal laughed and said he hears that often. He mentioned that some directors have described him as "very choosy," but he disagrees. He loves being on movie sets and believes actors pursue the craft to be seen, not to hide. Rather than playing hard to get, he feels that good scripts are the ones that are elusive. If he were offered the kind of work he is looking for, he would want to be on set all the time, as that is where he finds the most enjoyment. Frustration of the Break Kunal's most recent project was the series 'The Empire', where he played Emperor Babur. Both the show and his performance were well received. However, this success was followed by a four-year break. He described this period as frustrating, comparing it to being on a football team but sitting on the bench during an exciting match, eager to play but not getting the chance. He admitted that he learned late in his career that visibility often matters more than talent, as filmmakers need to see actors frequently to keep them in mind for roles. Staying Productive Behind the Scenes The actor is quick to point out that his time away from acting was far from wasted. He explains that although he wasn't visible on screen, he remained deeply involved in filmmaking. During this period, he established a writers' room to develop scripts that resonated with him. These projects, which he plans to either produce or star in, are currently in the works. Overall, Kunal views this phase as a productive and creative chapter in his career. Upcoming Projects Kunal is set to enter the Telugu film industry with Vishwambara, sharing the screen with the legendary Chiranjeevi. Additionally, he has a yet-to-be-revealed role in Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana', a film featuring prominent Ranbir Kapoor , Sai Pallavi , and Yash. 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 .
Hindustan Times
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kunal Kapoor feared being 'out of sight, out of mind' after refusing several films: 'I learnt visibility trumps talent'
Jewel Thief, the new Netflix film that starred Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat, marked Kunal Kapoor's return to the big screen as well. This was the actor's first film in four years. In an interview with HT after the film's release, Kunal opened up about his journey so far and how the time away from the big screen was. Talking about not being on screen for four years, Kunal says, "It's been difficult. I have had to let go of a lot of work. People often ask me 'why are you not seen enough', or 'are you afraid that out of sight is out of mind'. Honestly, it is a fear when you are letting go of work that you might not be on top of the mind of filmmakers if you are not seen enough. But, at the same time, I didn't want to do the same kind of work that I had done before. The exciting part about being an actor is the chance to see the world from a new point of view. If people want to typecast you and make you do the same thing over and over again, it loses its charm." Kunal adds that he tries to find that sweet spot that balances the desire to be visible with artistic satisfaction. "You keep getting the same kind of parts over and over again. You have to find a balance between being seen and keeping an artistic integrity. Sometimes, you have to do work just because you have to be seen and in the right films. Hopefully, that leads to opportunities that helps you push yourself," says the actor. When asked if he ever ran the risk of being perceived as too choosy, Kunal laughs and responds, "I get that very often. I was watching a couple of directors talking about me and they said 'maybe he is very choosy'. Honestly, I am not. I love being on a movie set. You don't become an actor to hide; you become an actor because you want to be seen. I don't think I am playing hard to get. I think the good scripts are playing hard to get with me. If I did get the kind of work I am looking for, I would want to be on a movie set all the time. That's the place I enjoy the most." Kunal's last work was the Hotstar show called The Empire, in which he played Emperor Babur. The show and the actor's performance were both well received. But despite that, it was followed by the four-year-break. Kunal addresses that, "It can be frustrating. It is like being part of a football team and you are sitting on the bench. But you feel this is a really exciting match and I want to play but ytou are not getting your chance to play. I learnt this very late in my career but sometimes, visibility trumps talent. People and filmmakers have to see you often enough so that you remain on top of their minds." However, Kunal is quick to add that the break was not unproductive for him. "Being away from the screen does not mean I was away from filmmaking," he clarifies. The actor set up a writers' room in the interim, getting scripts that he liked ready for production, he informs us. "These will be scripts that I will produce or act in. All that's being worked out. But it has been a productive time." After Jewel Thief, Kunal will make his Telugu language debut in Vishwambara, where he will lock horns with megastar Chiranjeevi. He also plays an undisclosed role in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, which stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash.
Scottish Sun
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
The perfect Haven holiday park for a kid-friendly break – with beach access, indoor waterpark and seaside theme park
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) I THINK we've found Haven on earth – and it's in Great Yarmouth. The Seashore Holiday Park on the Norfolk coast proved a perfect place for a kid-friendly break. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 The upside-down ride, Pendulum Credit: Supplied 4 The Pirates Live Action Water Show on the bill will appeal to landlubbers and swashbucklers alike Credit: Supplied With direct access to a sandy beach, the children squealed with delight as they let off steam along the golden sand dunes after the car journey there. Arriving late afternoon, there was still time to check out Seashore indoor water park, and we soon found ourselves careering down high-speed flumes and slides, Tidal Twist and Coastal Cyclone, on inflatable doughnuts, no less. For those with smaller children, there is also a toddlers' pool and interactive SplashZone with smaller slides, tunnels and water canons. The next day, Harvey, 12, and Luella, ten, were eager to try more activities Haven had to offer — at a little extra cost. First up was archery, and after a few tips from the super-friendly coach, even I was finding the target. Junior Segway was next. Balancing was the tricky part, but once achieved, you just leaned forward to go and back to slow down. In no time, the kids were sashaying through cones on their Ninebot miniPRO Segways, performing doughnuts and doing high-fives as they zoomed past. Architectural gem Back in the pool, Aqua Jet saw us propelled around the water at the click of a button, like characters from a James Bond movie. But the joys of Great Yarmouth were calling — starting with the historic Pleasure Beach. There's something for everyone from the classic dodgems and fun house to the high-octane Polar Express rollercoaster and the dreaded Pendulum. Experience the Best of British in Great Yarmouth by exploring Joyland, Model Village and more Having already experienced the terror of the latter ride, which mercilessly suspends you upside down 50ft up, I left this one to my children. Just to show me up, they went on it TWICE laughing all the way. My humiliation complete, we stopped for a bite at The Empire, an architectural gem with an eclectic interior as well as live music, street food and craft beer. Surrounded by fairy lights, street signs and even a tree, it is a sight to behold and the Empire Stack burger will satisfy any meat lover. Great Yarmouth's Hippodrome oozes old-fashioned grandeur. Built in 1903 by circus showman George Gilbert, this quirky venue, which once saw legendary escapologist Houdini perform, is also home to a circus museum. Snapshot of English life The Pirates Live Action Water Show on the bill will appeal to landlubbers and swashbucklers alike. Comedy duo Jack Jay and Johnny Mac star in this adventure involving circus stunts, pyrotechnics, acrobatics, trapeze artists and plenty of slapstick comedy on the water. Merrivale Model Village, a hidden gem tucked away among the kitsch and glitz of the seafront, offers a snapshot of English life in miniature. From haunted house to castle, the detail is incredible. We enjoyed spotting the slapstick antics of OAPs escaping the old people's home. Just don't forget to look out for the risque shop names on the high street in these interactive displays. 4 The Seashore Holiday Park on the Norfolk coast proved a perfect place for a kid-friendly break with its indoor water park Credit: Haven 4 Fly a kite at the beach Credit: Haven There is also an amazing vintage penny arcade attached with strength testers, fortune tellers and games such as Grand Prix Racer and The Mummy's Tomb, using the old two pence coins. A round of crazy golf, on a classic nine-hole course, is also included in the price of admission. Nearby, the SEA LIFE centre transports you to the underwater kingdom of Nemo and Dory. As well as Clownfish and Blue Tang, the kids loved the jellyfish and seahorses. In need of refreshment, we enjoyed a traditional ploughman's and afternoon tea at family-run Sara's Tearooms just off Great Yarmouth's seafront. We'd packed so much into this trip, but still had time for one more stop on the way home — Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens. Only 15 minutes from the coast and set in beautiful grounds, it houses exotic animals such as snow leopards, gibbons, monkeys, snakes, crocodiles and many more. We will definitely be back — our Great Yarmouth trip had been a roaring success.
The Sun
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
The perfect Haven holiday park for a kid-friendly break – with beach access, indoor waterpark and seaside theme park
I THINK we've found Haven on earth – and it's in Great Yarmouth. The Seashore Holiday Park on the Norfolk coast proved a perfect place for a kid-friendly break. 4 With direct access to a sandy beach, the children squealed with delight as they let off steam along the golden sand dunes after the car journey there. Arriving late afternoon, there was still time to check out Seashore indoor water park, and we soon found ourselves careering down high-speed flumes and slides, Tidal Twist and Coastal Cyclone, on inflatable doughnuts, no less. For those with smaller children, there is also a toddlers' pool and interactive SplashZone with smaller slides, tunnels and water canons. The next day, Harvey, 12, and Luella, ten, were eager to try more activities Haven had to offer — at a little extra cost. First up was archery, and after a few tips from the super-friendly coach, even I was finding the target. Junior Segway was next. Balancing was the tricky part, but once achieved, you just leaned forward to go and back to slow down. In no time, the kids were sashaying through cones on their Ninebot miniPRO Segways, performing doughnuts and doing high-fives as they zoomed past. Architectural gem Back in the pool, Aqua Jet saw us propelled around the water at the click of a button, like characters from a James Bond movie. But the joys of Great Yarmouth were calling — starting with the historic Pleasure Beach. There's something for everyone from the classic dodgems and fun house to the high-octane Polar Express rollercoaster and the dreaded Pendulum. Experience the Best of British in Great Yarmouth by exploring Joyland, Model Village and more Having already experienced the terror of the latter ride, which mercilessly suspends you upside down 50ft up, I left this one to my children. Just to show me up, they went on it TWICE laughing all the way. My humiliation complete, we stopped for a bite at The Empire, an architectural gem with an eclectic interior as well as live music, street food and craft beer. Surrounded by fairy lights, street signs and even a tree, it is a sight to behold and the Empire Stack burger will satisfy any meat lover. Great Yarmouth's Hippodrome oozes old-fashioned grandeur. Built in 1903 by circus showman George Gilbert, this quirky venue, which once saw legendary escapologist Houdini perform, is also home to a circus museum. Snapshot of English life The Pirates Live Action Water Show on the bill will appeal to landlubbers and swashbucklers alike. Comedy duo Jack Jay and Johnny Mac star in this adventure involving circus stunts, pyrotechnics, acrobatics, trapeze artists and plenty of slapstick comedy on the water. Merrivale Model Village, a hidden gem tucked away among the kitsch and glitz of the seafront, offers a snapshot of English life in miniature. From haunted house to castle, the detail is incredible. We enjoyed spotting the slapstick antics of OAPs escaping the old people's home. Just don't forget to look out for the risque shop names on the high street in these interactive displays. 4 4 There is also an amazing vintage penny arcade attached with strength testers, fortune tellers and games such as Grand Prix Racer and The Mummy's Tomb, using the old two pence coins. A round of crazy golf, on a classic nine-hole course, is also included in the price of admission. Nearby, the SEA LIFE centre transports you to the underwater kingdom of Nemo and Dory. As well as Clownfish and Blue Tang, the kids loved the jellyfish and seahorses. In need of refreshment, we enjoyed a traditional ploughman's and afternoon tea at family-run Sara's Tearooms just off Great Yarmouth's seafront. We'd packed so much into this trip, but still had time for one more stop on the way home — Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens. Only 15 minutes from the coast and set in beautiful grounds, it houses exotic animals such as snow leopards, gibbons, monkeys, snakes, crocodiles and many more. We will definitely be back — our Great Yarmouth trip had been a roaring success.
Time of India
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kunal Kapoor to lock horns with Yash in a grand action sequence in Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayan
Nitesh Tiwari 's epic adaptation of Ramayan continues to grow in scale and spectacle with each new development, and now sources reveal that actor Kunal Kapoor , who plays Lord Indra in the film, is set to feature in a huge action sequence opposite Yash, who portrays the mighty Raavan. The shoot for the film is already underway and Yash would start shooting for his portions this week. According to sources close to the production shared with ETimes , one of the major set pieces of the film will feature a high-octane battle between Lord Indra and Raavan—an intense showdown that takes place after Raavan gains near-immortality through penance and begins his conquest of the three realms: earth, heaven, and hell. This moment in the story marks a pivotal point in Raavan's rise, where he challenges and defeats the gods themselves, including Lord Indra, in a bid to assert his dominance. The action block is reportedly being mounted on a huge scale, with elaborate sets, VFX-heavy sequences, and extensive stunt choreography. Kunal Kapoor, known for his towering presence and powerful performances in films like Rang De Basanti and The Empire, will be seen in a rare action avatar as he takes on Yash in a fierce duel that pushes both characters to their limits. As per mythology, during this battle, Raavan overpowers Lord Indra and is moments away from annihilating him when Lord Brahma intervenes to stop him. However, the story doesn't end there for Indra. When the final confrontation between Lord Ram and Raavan takes place, Lord Indra gets his moment of redemption. He sends down his celestial chariot to aid Lord Ram in his battle against evil, thus playing a crucial role in turning the tide. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo This narrative arc not only adds depth to the character of Lord Indra but also offers Kunal Kapoor a unique opportunity to portray strength, defeat, and eventual redemption—all wrapped in a visually grand package. With Yash and Kunal set to collide in this dramatic sequence, Ramayan is shaping up to be a cinematic experience unlike any other The film has a strong line-up with Ranbir Kapoor as Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita , Sunny Deol as Hanuman , Rakul Preet Singh as Surpankha and Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi .
