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Time of India
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- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tusshar Kapoor celebrates son Laksshya's 9th birthday: 'This angel came into my life...'
As his son Laksshya Kapoor turned 9, actor celebrated the moment and said that he feels incredibly blessed, believing he must have done a lot right to have manifested such a wonderful gift. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Tusshar took to Instagram, where he shared an endearing picture capturing the very first moments of Laksshya's life, with the fertility specialist Firuza Parikh, who facilitated his son's birth via surrogacy, cradling the newborn. For the caption, Tusshar wrote in the caption: "9 years since this angel came into my you to the universe...I must've done so much right to have manifested this! Thank you @fertiltree for being there for me! Happy birthday son! #laksshyakapoor#laksshyakapoorbirthday pic credit #drfiruzaparikh." The actor had opted for IVF and welcomed his son Laksshya Kapoor through surrogacy in June 2016. Filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan took to the comment section and wrote: "Dr. Firuza is truly an angel n happy birthday to ur angel too tushar (sic)." Actor Shabir Ahluwalia commented: "Happy birthday Laqu, have a super duper year." Actress wished Laksshay and wrote: "Many happy returns of the day Laksshay, love n hugs." On the work front, Tusshar's latest project is 'Kapkapiii', a horror-comedy. The film also stars and is directed by the late Sangeeth Sivan. With a screenplay by Saurabh Anand and Kumar Priyadarshi, the film walks the fine line between freight and fun, channeling the same madcap energy that defined Sivan's cult classics like 'Kya Kool Hain Hum' and 'Apna Sapna Money Money'. The film also stars Sonia Rathee, Siddhi Idnani, Abishek Kumar, , Varun Pandey, Dherendra Tiwari, and Dinkar Sharma. The film arrived in theatres on May 23.
Pink Villa
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
'Bahut neeche girane ki koshish...': Kapkapiii actor Tusshar Kapoor admits harsh judgments about looks almost crushed him
While nepotism has become a hot topic in Bollywood in recent years, there was a time when actors from film families weren't under such intense public examination. In a recent interview, Tusshar Kapoor reflected on his debut year in the industry and shared how certain individuals attempted to undermine his journey and also tried to pull him down. Tusshar Kapoor on facing harsh criticism over his looks In an interview with Hindustan Times, Tusshar Kapoor reflected on his debut in Bollywood with Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai in 2001. He acknowledged that while the conversation around nepotism wasn't as dominant back then, it had already begun to surface. He mentioned that being from a film family often invited extra scrutiny from a section of the media, who seemed to view everything with a critical lens. He noted that one had to develop a thick skin in such an environment, as there were constant attempts to bring him down. Tusshar shared that, in his early days, a particular segment of the media was often critical of star kids, seemingly determined to find flaws in whatever they did. He reportedly recalled that if one attended a press event in a natural look without makeup or hairstyling, the criticism would be "hero dikhne laayak nahi ho." The Kapkapii actor reflected that he considered himself fortunate to have had the willpower to face criticism and stay focused on his work. Recalling the release of his debut film Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai, he noted that its success played a crucial role in keeping him motivated. Otherwise, he admitted, the pressure could have overwhelmed him. He clarified that he did not enter the film industry with the intent to meet anyone else's expectations, but there were constant efforts to judge and hinder his journey. However, he emphasized that the audience remains sincere and unbiased, as they judge actors purely based on their on-screen performances. Kapoor challenged the popular belief that star kids automatically have an easy journey in the film industry. He clarified that being the child of a celebrity doesn't necessarily mean having a smooth ride. While he acknowledged that landing a debut film might be relatively easier for star kids, he emphasized that even this opportunity is not guaranteed. What follows, the completion of that film and the career decisions made afterward, remains uncertain. He pointed out that constant scrutiny and the persistent perception that "the glass is always half empty" are challenges star kids often have to confront and rise above.
News18
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Kapkapiii Box Office Day 1: Shreyas Talpade's Horror Comedy Off To A Slow Start
Last Updated: Tusshar Kapoor and Shreyas Talpade have previously shared the screen space in Golmaal Returns, Golmaal 3 and Golmaal Again. Kapkapiii, the Shreyas Talpade and Tusshar Kapoor starrer horror-comedy, has made a lackluster debut at the box office. Released on limited screens, the film couldn't gather much audience despite giving special offers like Buy-One-Get-One for the opening weekend. According to the film minted a total of Rs 26 Lakh Nett India on Day 1. The major reason for the low numbers could be its stiff competition from big projects like Bhool Chuk Maaf, featuring RajKummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi, as well as Kesari Veer: The Legends of the Somnath, starring Sooraj Pancholi. Some of the other holdover releases, including Ajay Devgn's Raid 2, Akshay Kumar's Kesari 2, Tom Cruise's Mission: Impossible 8 and Final Destination: Bloodlines, are too big competitors for the horror-comedy due to their exceptional performance on the big screen. However, going by the positive word-of-mouth of the critics and viewers, Kapkapiii is expected to gain momentum in the coming days. Directed by Sangeeth Sivan, the film is an official Hindi remake of the Malayalam film Romancham and also features celebs like Siddhi Idani, Jay Thakkar, Sonia Rathee and Varun Pandey in significant roles. Kapkapiii marked Sivan's collaboration with Tusshar after a long gap of 19 years. They had previously worked together in Kya Kool Hain Hum, while the director joined hands with Shreyas Talpade in the 2006 comedy-drama Apna Sapna Money Money. The director lost his life during the making of Kapkapiii, while the film was in post-production. Recently, in a chat with Zoom, Tusshar mourned his demise and said, 'This is a sensitive topic for all of us. We are still in disbelief. The shock and emotional overwhelm are not intended to carry his legacy or memories forward. Unfortunately, he's not here to enjoy the film." The film follows a group of friends who, while experimenting with an Ouija board, unintentionally trigger paranormal activity in their shared home. This results in a series of spooky and hilarious events, blending horror with comedy. Tusshar and Shreyas have previously shared the screen space in Rohit Shetty's Golmaal Returns, Golmaal 3 and Golmaal Again. They will be reuniting again for Welcome…To The Jungle, co-starring Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal and others. First Published:
Indian Express
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Tusshar Kapoor says attempts were made to derail his career because of his film background: ‘Aap hero dikhne ke laayak nahi ho'
It's difficult for star kids to escape the ever-evolving debate around nepotism. While they enjoy certain privileges, they are also subjected to intense scrutiny, especially in today's hyper-critical environment. Actor and son of veteran star Jeetendra, Tusshar Kapoor, who made his acting debut in 2001 with Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai, recently reflected on how things were different back then — but not entirely free of judgment. In a conversation with Hindustan Times, Tusshar acknowledged that the nepotism conversation wasn't as prevalent when he entered the industry. However, he admitted that there was a concerted effort by a section of the media to malign his image because of his film background. Recalling his early days, he said, 'Especially if you were from a film background, then the glass is always half empty for a certain section of the media. You have to be very thick-skinned. Bahut neecha giraane ki koshish, bahut negativity thi (There were efforts to pull you down, a lot of negativity).' The Golmaal actor went on to claim that attempts were made to derail his journey in the industry, but he chose to maintain a thick skin and focus on his work. Reflecting on the release of his debut film, he said, 'The film (Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai) released, and it did really well. Otherwise, I could have been crushed under this pressure. I didn't come into the industry feeling I had to live up to someone's expectations. But there was an attempt to constantly judge and derail my path.' Tusshar went on to express his gratitude to the audience for supporting him He also spoke about the pressure of public appearances that comes with being a star kid. According to Tusshar, even something as basic as showing up at a press event could spark criticism. He shared, 'If you come to a press conference naturally without makeup and hair, you are criticised that aap hero dikhne ke laayak nahi ho (you don't look like a hero). If you come with makeup and hair done, you are told you are too filmy. Everyone was trying to pull you down.' While Tusshar conceded that landing a debut film may be easier for star kids, he was quick to point out that success isn't guaranteed. 'You can get your first film much easier. But even that is a chance. To finish that film and what choices you make after that, it's all unknown. The constant scrutiny and that feeling of 'no matter what you do, the glass is half empty', that is something you have to face and move on from,' he shared. Tusshar's latest release Kapkapiii — a remake of the Malayalam film Romancham — hit theatres on Friday. The film also stars Shreyas Talpade and Siddhi Idnani.
NDTV
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Tusshar Kapoor Reveals How He Was Targeted For Being A Star Kid: "Hero Dikhne Laayak Nahi Ho"
New Delhi: Tusshar Kapoor made his big Bollywood debut in 2001 with Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai, alongside Kareena Kapoor Khan. Jeetendra's son Tusshar Kapoor recently got candid about discussions surrounding nepotism. He spoke about how today it is more rampant, but even two decades ago, it still existed. Tusshar told Hindustan Times, "It had started in my time, too. Especially if you were from a film background, then the glass is always half empty for a certain section of the media. You have to be very thick-skinned. Bahut neecha giraane ki koshish, bahut negativity thi (There were efforts to pull you down, a lot of negativity)." Furthermore, speaking about how certain section of the media tried to derail his career and pull him down, Tusshar added, "If you come to a press conference naturally without makeup and hair, you are criticised that aap hero d ikhne ke laayak nahi ho (you don't look like a hero). If you come with makeup and hair done, you are told you are too filmy. Everyone was trying to pull you down." Tusshar concluded by saying, "I feel fortunate enough to have the willpower to tolerate it and just concentrate on my work. That work ethic is what took me forward. The film (Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai) was released, and it did really well. Otherwise, I could have been crushed under this pressure. I didn't come into the industry feeling I had to live up to someone's expectations. But there was an attempt to constantly judge and derail my path. But the audience is very pure. They will judge you based on what they see on the screen." He furthermore shared that it is not that easy for star kids. The first film is easier, but even there it is a matter of chance. It is all about how one finishes the first film and then the choices made thereafter.
