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8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Shaurya Director Samar Khan On Viral Kay Kay Menon Clip: 'Like Calling Gabbar A Hero'
Last Updated: Shaurya director Samar Khan says the viral scene featuring Kay Kay Menon is misunderstood and compares it to calling Gabbar Singh from Sholay a hero. Filmmaker Samar Khan, known for acclaimed web series like The Test Case and Avrodh, is returning with a brand-new murder mystery, Chhal Kapat – The Deception, set to premiere on ZEE5 on June 6. But while he readies for this gripping new chapter, the shadow of his most iconic work as a director—Shaurya (2008)—continues to follow him in the digital age. Shaurya, a courtroom drama starring Rahul Bose, Kay Kay Menon, Minissha Lamba, Deepak Dobriyal, and Jaaved Jaaferi, was India's response to A Few Good Men. Much like Jack Nicholson's unforgettable 'You can't handle the truth" moment, Shaurya featured a fiery monologue by Kay Kay Menon's Brigadier Rudra Pratap Singh in the climax. But while the scene was meant to expose unchecked authority, social media has since spun it into something else entirely—celebrating Rudra as a misunderstood hero. In a candid chat with Hindustan Times, Khan addressed how the film's meaning has been distorted online. 'I have outgrown Shaurya many years ago," he said. 'I'm still proud of the film, but what people make of it is out of my control. People ask me about it on Twitter and other platforms, but I never respond. Anything I say would be taken out of context." He admitted that the viral resurgence of Rudra's monologue troubles him, not because it's being talked about—but because it's being misunderstood. 'Unfortunately, many of those who share that scene haven't watched the scenes before or after. It's like isolating Gabbar Singh from Sholay and calling him a hero. Villains often come off as more attractive. Even with someone like Shah Rukh Khan, who's done countless romantic roles, people still remember him for Darr or Baazigar. As creators, we have to detach ourselves from how our work is received or reinterpreted," he explained. Khan also weighed in on social media's role in amplifying out-of-context moments. 'It's all about clickbait and short attention spans now. That's how people engage—quick clips, loud monologues, and controversy." As Shaurya continues to provoke debate years after its release, Khan is focused on his next project. Chhal Kapat – The Deception is a murder mystery led by Shriya Pilgaonkar and directed by Ajay Bhuyan. The series also stars Kamya Ahlawat, Ragini Dwivedi, Tuhina Das, Yahhve Sharma, Pranay Pachauri, Smaran Sahu, and Anuj Sachdeva. With Chhal Kapat, Khan steps into darker, twistier territory—this time hoping that the audience sticks around for the full story, not just a viral slice. First Published:
Hindustan Times
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Shaurya director Samar Khan says hero-worshipping Kay Kay Menon's character is like saying Gabbar from Sholay is my hero
Filmmaker Samar Khan has made web series such as The Test Case, Avrodh, and the upcoming murder mystery Chhal Kapat. But, as a director, he is best known for his 2008 film, Shaurya. A Hindi adaptation of the Tom Cruise-Jack Nicholson classic A Few Good Men, Shaurya starred Rahul Bose, Kay Kay Menon, Minissha Lamba, Deepak Dobriyal, and Jaaved Jaaferi. Just like A Few Good Men's iconic 'You can't handle the truth' monologue, Shaurya also had an important scene in the climax where Kay Kay's Brigadier Rudra Pratap Singh admits to abuse of power, assuming that his righteous position would grant him immunity. While the scene is meant to impugn the character, over the last few years, part of the monologue has been shared online with posters sympathising with Kay Kay Menon's character instead. In a chat with HT, Samar opens up on the phenomenon. "I have outgrown Shaurya many years ago," he says, adding, I am still very proud of the film. What people make out of it is not something in my control. So, I don't react to it. People ask me on Twitter all the time and on other forums, but I don't react to it because it's not for me to do that. If I say something, it will be taken one way or the other." The filmmaker adds that the scene has gone viral for the wrong reasons, as villains are more attractive to the general audience. "Unfortunately, the people who watch that scene have not watched the scene before or after it. It's like taking Gabbar Singh out of context in Sholay and saying he is my hero. That is unfortunate. In the way we live, villains are far more attractive. No matter how many DDLJs Shah Rukh does, he is still known for Baazigar and Darr. That is something beyond our control. We, as creators, have to detach from it and not feel happy or sad about it," he says. Samar Khan also adds that the viral clips are emblematic of social media's short attention span. "That gives people their views and clickbait," he adds. The filmmaker is now coming out with a murder mystery series titled Chhal Kapat. Directed by Ajay Bhuyan, produced by Juggernaut Production, Chhal Kapat - the Deception is premiering on ZEE5 on June 6. The show stars Shriya Pilgaonkar in the lead, alongside Kamya Ahlawat, Ragini Dwivedi, Tuhina Das, Yahhve Sharma, Pranay Pachauri, Smaran Sahu, and Anuj Sachdeva.
Hindustan Times
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Nimrat Kaur on 17 women cadets graduating from NDA: This is the face of a new India
Nimrat Kaur is proud — as a woman and as an Army kid. As 17 women cadets are set to graduate from the National Defence Academy (NDA) for the first time ever, on May 30, Nimrat says, 'Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru (former India Prime Minister) had said, 'You can tell the condition of a nation by looking at the status of its women'. This is the face of a new India, where women lead from the front on our front lines, shoulder-to-shoulder alongside men. As a woman and an Army daughter, nothing makes me prouder.' Also read: Nimrat Kaur on Operation Sindoor: It was a befitting reply, proud of our Army The 43-year-old's father, Major Bhupinder Singh was killed in action in Kashmir in 1994 and was posthumously awarded the Shaurya Chakra. Her Army connect also reflected on screen when she starred in the web show The Test Case in 2017, which was among the first few web shows to be developed in India.
News18
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
‘They Thought I Had…': Nimrat Kaur Lost Movies For This Reason
Last Updated: Nimrat Kaur opened up about losing several roles in the film industry, as people thought she had moved to a foreign country. Nimrat Kaur is basking in the success of her latest web series, The Legacy of the Raisingghs: Kul. Released on Jiohotstar, the thriller-drama series also stars Ridhi Dogra and Amol Parashar in lead roles. Recently, the Dasvi actress opened up about losing work opportunities in the film industry, as people thought she had moved to a foreign country. The actress also revealed how people have misconceptions about her acting preferences. During a recent interview with India Today, Nimrat claimed that many assumed she had permanently relocated to Los Angeles (US). The actress was asked if her acting choices have led people to think this was, she replied, 'I do take responsibility for that. I always thought they knew I was here, but many believed that I was in LA (Los Angeles), that I had moved there. I love working abroad, but living in a foreign country is unthinkable for me." 'They also felt that I wouldn't want to do certain kinds of films, and I always wondered where these assumptions came from. Fortunately, I have been able to do stuff that suits me, and I feel grateful and lucky nonetheless," she added. Furthermore, she discussed the current state of the industry and how films are failing at the box office. The actress revealed, 'I see that there are so many capable and able actors around me who haven't been employed. But one needs to run the household, rents to pay, families have to be kept up, and bills need to be cleared. This is a profession at the end of the day. When things don't work, there is nervousness in the market, budgets are curtailed, and projects take longer to roll out." Later, Nimrat also spoke about what kind of role she wants to explore in her career, to which she replied, 'I would really like to do something like that, or even a horror comedy. I would also like to do a romantic comedy, or a lot of what I have already done. I want to attempt action, and something in line with The Test Case, which is absolutely close to my heart." Nimrat Kaur, known for movies such as The Lunchbox, Airlift, Dasvi and Sajni Shinde Ka Viral Video, is gearing up for an upcoming courtroom drama, Section 84, with Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Banerjee. First Published:
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nimrat Kaur reveals she missed out on opportunities as many thought she had moved to Los Angeles: 'They also felt that I wouldn't want to do certain kinds of films'
Actress Nimrat Kaur recently expressed concern over a long-standing misunderstanding that she had permanently relocated to Los Angeles , which she believes may have contributed to a slowdown in the work that came her way. Nimrat on less opportunities In an interview with India Today, Nimrat addressed the misunderstanding and took responsibility for the false impression. She had assumed that people knew she was based in India, but many believed she had moved to LA. Even though she enjoys working abroad, living in a foreign country is not something she could ever imagine. 'They also felt that I wouldn't want to do certain kinds of films, and I always wondered where these assumptions came from. Fortunately, I have been able to do work that suits me, and I feel grateful and lucky nonetheless,' she explained. Unpredictability on work in the industry by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Jesus' Tomb Is Opened And Scientists Find Something Unbelievable Novelodge Undo Nimrat admitted that while critical success is satisfying, the unpredictability of work opportunities is a more pressing concern. She highlighted the challenges faced by many talented actors struggling to find work, stressing that the entertainment industry, like any other profession, involves financial responsibilities such as paying rent and supporting families. She pointed out that when the market slows down, budgets are reduced, and projects get delayed, impacting livelihoods. For her, the real concern lies in the lack of consistent work and content creation, which directly affects those who have passionately chosen this unconventional career path. According to her, box office failures are a secondary worry compared to the broader issue of underemployment in the industry. When Deepika Padukone revealed that she is 'just a 12th pass' – 'My parents had a big issue with that…' Genres she wants to explore Nimrat also shed light on the genres she's keen to explore in the future. Horror and romantic comedies top her wishlist, along with action-packed roles reminiscent of her performance in The Test Case . Work front She was recently seen in Kull: The Legacy of the Raisingghs alongside Amol Parashar, Ridhi Dogra, and Gaurav Arora. 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 .
