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Time of India
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shiv Shakti Actor Akshay Nalwade on his creative boundaries; says ‘I'm not comfortable taking up roles in bold content-driven projects'
Shiv Shakti: Tap Tyag Tandav actor Akshay Nalwade, currently seen playing Garud Dev in the popular mythological drama, believes in choosing work that upholds dignity and purpose. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The actor, known for his clear approach to career choices, revealed that he never hesitates to turn down roles that don't align with his values. 'I have turned down roles. Although I rarely say no to projects, I'm not comfortable taking up roles in bold content-driven projects. I'm a family-oriented person, and I want to be known for quality work and good content,' he stated firmly. Akshay shared that every role he accepts must pass through what he calls an 'ethical filter.' He explained, 'First, I assess whether the role respects human dignity—not just for my character, but for the overall narrative. I avoid roles that promote harmful stereotypes, unnecessary objectification, or glorify violence.' His boundaries are equally firm when it comes to physical exposure or intimate scenes. 'I respect my boundaries—creatively, ethically, and emotionally—because I believe that's what makes me a more authentic and responsible performer,' Akshay shared. Talking about his working style, he emphasized his collaborative approach. 'I always follow a principle: I discuss my perspective with the director and crew. Based on that conversation, I play the character as directed. I believe in working as per the director's vision. I do offer my inputs, but ultimately, I follow the captain's call,' he explained. When asked about his thoughts on women-centric roles, Akshay acknowledged the positive change. 'Films like Kahaani, Mardaani, Raazi, Queen, Tumhari Sulu, and Gangubai have portrayed women as decision-makers, fighters, survivors, and leaders. These characters are no longer one-dimensional—there's real depth,' he said. 'I do believe there's been a visible shift away from stereotypical portrayals of women as just love interests or homemakers,' Akshay concluded.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Vidya Balan's ‘Punjabi House' reel: Funny scene goes viral, Malayalam stars react
Bollywood actress Vidya Balan recently shared a fun and nostalgic video on Instagram that made everyone smile. She recreated a famous comedy scene from the Malayalam film 'Punjabi House', which quickly went viral. About Vidya Balan She is an award-winning Bollywood actress famous for her powerful performances. She has acted in many hit films like 'The Dirty Picture', and 'Tumhari Sulu' and she is loved for playing bold, powerful, and emotional characters. She is also known for her confidence, graceful style, and love for Indian culture. Vidya Balan's Funny Reel Goes Viral on Social Media According to the reports of Onmanorama, recently Vidya Balan posted a short and funny video on her Instagram that quickly went viral. In the video she lip-synced a well-known scene from the Malayalam comedy movie 'Punjabi House'. The scene is called the "chor" scene and is one of the favorites among Malayalam movie fans. Her impeccable timing and expressions enhanced the reel even further, and fans enjoyed how she pulled off this iconic comedy moment. This particular scene from the film is so funny because there is a mix-up of languages. In Malayalam, "chor" is rice, but the same term is a thief in Hindi. In the original movie, the Punjabi woman is approached by comedian Harisree Ashokan 's character for a request for rice. Due to the language difference, what was meant to be a request for rice translates to an accusation of being a thief. The misunderstanding results in a comedy of errors, which became an all-time classic scene for Malayalam cinema . by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo Vidya Balan re-lived this scene with a great deal of charm and fidelity. Malayalam Celebrities React to Vidya Balan's Viral 'Chor' Scene The video quickly went viral, and many celebrities from the Malayalam industry appreciated it. Aishwarya Lekshmi commented 'cutesssstttttttttt,' and Mahima Nambiar also wrote 'Cuteeeeee.' One fan commented, 'Ramanan supremacy. Totally rocked it, Vidya!'by referring to Harisree Ashokan's iconic character Ramanan, who is still celebrated for his comic role in the film. This isn't the first time Vidya Balan has entertained her followers with lip-sync videos. She is known for sharing funny and nostalgic reels on Instagram, often recreating famous dialogues or scenes from movies.
Pink Villa
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Vidya Balan recalls Akshaye Khanna's reaction after she rejected film opposite him, here's who she asked for help
Vidya Balan has come a long way. From playing endearing characters to picking up serious roles in films, the actress has proved her finesse and versatility. In a recent interaction with a media portal, she shared a hilarious anecdote from her early days of acting. Vidya recalled rejecting a film that featured her opposite Akshaye Khanna and revealed how the latter reacted to her saying 'no' to the project. Revisiting her journey and years-long career in the industry, the Do Aur Do Pyaar actress mentioned how she never wanted to hurt anyone by saying 'no' to any project. Vidya Balan shared, "There was a film offered to me opposite Akshaye Khanna, and for some reason, I didn't connect with the script. But I didn't pick up the phone and tell him that. I asked my manager to convey it to the director." The 46-year-old went on to share that when she met Akshaye on the sets of Salaam-e-Ishq, he fired her for rejecting the script, after which she ran to John Abraham for help. She asked to save her and opened up about not wanting to indulge in confrontation, hurt anyone's feelings, or make someone feel bad. "But eventually, he was only pulling my leg. I later realized," added Vidya. Furthermore, the Tumhari Sulu actress agreed to the fact that no one wants to hear 'no,' given that so much effort and time are invested into creating a script. Making a heartfelt confession, Balan stated that being married to a producer has made her realize the same even more than before. Spilling beans on the way to becoming honest, Vidya told the portal, "I'm not a rude person. I say it as it is, but I am aware of how much efforts go into developing a script and I value it." For the uninitiated, Vidya Balan was last seen in Bhool Bhulaiyya 3 alongside Madhuri Dixit and Kartik Aaryan. With a glorious career spanning decades, she is known for movies like Kahaani, The Dirty Picture, Ishqiya, and Parineeta.
New Indian Express
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
'I want to be someone who has a voice,' says actor Neha Dhupia in Bengaluru
You may know her from 2000s comedies like Chup Chupke or Singh is Kinng, from her time as a model representing India in the Miss Universe pageant, or perhaps more recently, playing Vidya Balan's boss in 2017 hit Tumhari Sulu or an unabashedly sexy librarian in Lust Stories. Add to that her much-loved stints as a gang leader on several seasons of Roadies and her podcast-cum-YouTube show No Filter Neha, it's no stretch to call Neha Dhupia a beloved household name. Visiting the city as the showstopper for Max Kids Festival, she reflected on this gradual shift in focus from model-actor to reality TV star and popular host, saying, 'It's not a transition; in 2025, any number of mediums that you can explore – whether it's a podcast, television, fiction or non-fiction, whether it's playing characters in films – you should. After being in the business for over two decades now, I have to put myself in a box and at the same time, be out of the box. I want to be someone who has a voice and exercises it when necessary.' This confident and outspoken demeanour is evident than ever in Dhupia's return to Roadies for its Roadies Double Cross season after three years. 'My biggest victory has been coming back to the show and get ting the amount of love that I makes me want to keep coming back,' she says, adding, 'I'm always fighting for what I want to try and at no point do I want to hurt or harm anybody. The intention is always to encourage people.'
Pink Villa
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
5 women-led comic capers on Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5 proving actresses can nail every film genre: Crew to Mrs Undercover
For decades, female actors in the Indian film industry have been acing the profession, which was earlier reserved for men. Over the years, these ladies proved their mettle in the acting realm by performing in almost all film genres like divas. From action to drama and comedy, they have done it all. Take a look at 5 comedy movies led by female stars: 1. Crew Where to watch: Netflix Crew is an epic entertainer, proving that female actors can not only keep the audience hooked, but can also deliver a commercially successful movie at their caliber. Helmed by Rajesh A Krishnan, the heist comedy film shows Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tabu, and Kriti Sanon at their comic best. In the movie, the trio work as airhostesses who get involved in a gold smuggling operation. They are joined by Diljit Dosanjh and Kapil Sharma in supporting roles. 2. Veere Di Wedding Where to watch: Netflix Veere Di Wedding is another female comedy film, led by four divas. The movie revolves around their friendship and troubled relationships while the leads attend a wedding. Directed by Shashanka Ghosh and co-produced by Rhea Kapoor, Ekta Kapoor, and Nikhil Dwivedi, it features Kareena Kapoor Khan, Sonam Kapoor, Swara Bhaskar, and Shikha Talsania in lead roles. 3. Mrs. Undercover Where to watch: Zee5 In this spy comedy film directed by Anushree Mehta, Radhika Apte takes center stage as an undercover cop who disguises herself as a housewife. She has been asked to return to duty after years. While she tries to solve a mystery, the audience could sit back and have a blast. Apart from Apte, actors like Sumeet Vyas and Rajesh Sharma are also seen playing key roles in Mrs. Undercover. 4. Sharmajee Ki Beti Where to watch: Prime Video Sharmajee Ki Beti is a movie led and created by women. Written and directed by Tahira Kashyap Khurrana in her directorial debut, this comedy-drama movie stars Sakshi Tanwar, Divya Dutta, Saiyami Kher, Parvin Dabas, and Sharib Hashmi in pivotal roles. 5. Tumhari Sulu Where to watch: Prime Video Lastly, we have Vidya Balan, playing the titular character in Tumhari Sulu. This 2017 comedy-drama film showcases her as an ambitious housewife who becomes a radio jockey for a late-night relationship advice show.
