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Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anti-Terrorism Day - Santosh Sivan reflects on 'The Terrorist': "The film wasn't inspired by Rajiv Gandhi's assassination, but I was there when...."
On Anti-Terrorism Day , when we focus on the world of cinema to examine significant films that reshape our understanding of violence and human nature, one notable name that comes is 'The Terrorist.' Directed by the skilled Santosh Sivan . Renowned for his exceptional talents in both cinematography and filmmaking, Sivan's 1998 film delves into the mind of a suicide bomber, providing a poignant investigation into the reasons behind such drastic actions. In an exclusive conversation with us, Sivan shares his experiences in bringing the film to life, including casting decisions, the filming process, and more. Here are the excerpts from the conversation: Was Tabu your first choice for the movie? 'Actually, I told Tabu about the script when I was shooting Iruvar for Mani Ratnam. But later on, I thought that she was looking too imposing to do a role like that because she is also built very big and all that, though I love her as an actress.' That's when Ayesha Dharker came in? 'Then we did some screen tests and then got hold of Ayesha Dharker, who was very committed, and her father (the late journalist Anil Dharker), of course, also told her, I think he warmed her up to the fact that it was a very interesting role and all that.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Extraspacious 3 and 4 BHKs from 6.76 Cr* in Mahalaxmi 7 Mahalaxmi Book Now Undo Was it tough shooting such a volatile film? 'It was actually a very simple film, we shot only for some sixteen days, continuously. And most of the people who were working in the film were students. One of them who was assisting me was Vishnu Vardhan, who is now a director. And then I think we just went with the flow.' Was the film inspired by Rajiv Gandhi's assassination? 'Not inspired. I was there when Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated. The suicide bomber and Rajiv Gandhi's assassination happened, and there was a lot of trauma following that. I and my doctor friend were stuck in place. So, I was asking him and I was thinking, how can anyone do something like this? And then I thought, what would make someone think twice suddenly, before actually doing it (acting as a human bomb)? First, I thought, if she sees a mother there, then maybe she won't do it. Then I thought, why mother, why not? She realises she is pregnant. Then how will she do it? So, that is how the story started.' Were you worried about the political backlash? 'No, I was not worried about backlash and all that. I just treated it like a story that I would see, I would like to see, that's all. And of course, we didn't have any big budget, which made things much simpler and more organic and more real. We shot it in real rain and everything. And so, when I went to Sundance, it was also picked out as the visually most exciting film at that time.' Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
See - Sada Elbalad
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Through Randa Shaath's Lens: Glimpse of 1990s Cairo
Rana Atef On Thursday, acclaimed photojournalist Randa Shaath opened her latest exhibition as part of Cairo Photo Week 2025, offering an intimate glimpse into life in 1990s Cairo. The exhibition features 20 carefully selected black-and-white photographs from her extensive archive. Shaath's lens captured spontaneous and deeply human moments across the city, highlighting not just Cairo's landmarks but its people and their stories. Her photos portray scenes such as folk celebrations at Al Sayeda Zainab, the construction of the metro stations and the October 6th Bridge, the old Ramses Square, a young girl's first day of school, and the premiere of the controversial film Al-Erhabi (The Terrorist). These images reflect Shaath's approach to photography: documenting not only the urban landscape but the emotional and social textures of daily life. 'I wanted to tell the story of the people, not just the city,' she noted. What made the evening especially engaging was Shaath's live storytelling, as she guided visitors through the exhibition. With each image, she shared personal memories and historical context, unveiling the narratives behind the still frames. Speaking to SEE News, Shaath explained that the exhibition explores how cities inevitably change with time — and that each transformation carries both gains and losses. She chose the 1990s because it marked a vibrant and formative phase in her photojournalism career, when she was working for a weekly magazine and spent much of her time accompanying reporters in the field. Shaath also reflected on how her studies, upbringing, and family roots shaped her visual sensibility. She spoke about her autobiographical book Gabal El Raml, in which she revisits her childhood memories in her grandmother's house in Alexandria, capturing the warmth of family life and gatherings that continue to influence her work. read more 2 Most Inspirational Green Projects in Egypt AEW Dynamite, WWE NXT to Strive over Viewership Tonight Egypt Marks 70th Anniv. of 2011 Revolution, National Police Day In Depth: WWE NXT Halloween Havoc In Depth: AEW Dynamite, WWE NXT Tuesday Viewership Strive Videos & Features WATCH: Egyptians Break Ramadan Fasts in Matariya Videos & Features GrEEk Campus Hosts Jobzella Fifth Career Fair Videos & Features 3 Iconic Ramadan Songs of All Times Videos & Features Top 4 Destinations to Visit in Upper Egypt News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War
