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01-08-2025
- Entertainment
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Son Of Sardaar 2: How Mrunal Thakur's Rabia celebrates the traditional Hindi film heroine on celluloid
Mrunal Thakur's screen presence has always been lively and luminous. And in this sequel to the 2012 comedy, her electric and sparkling persona should definitely add more madness read more The Son Of Sardaar 2 trailer shows that the story has shifted to the U.K. from Punjab. It's the cultural equivalent of Yamla Pagla Deewana that did the same with ghastly results. Mrunal Thakur has joined the eccentric ensemble this time. Thakur left a solid impression right in her debut Love Sonia. She then made choices like Batla House, Dhamaka, Super 30, Hi Nanna, and the exquisite Sita Ramam. Her participation in this Ajay Devgn comedy is a shift for the actress and an attempt to try her hands in farce. Thakur plays the character of Rabia as seen in the trailer. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The impression of a good actor can be how effortlessly he or she can dive into any world or genre. Mrunal Thakur's screen presence has always been lively and luminous. And in this sequel to the 2012 comedy, her electric and sparkling persona should definitely add more madness to the already chaotic comedy. As a Punjabi girl, Rabia, Mrunal Thakur makes your heart smile! She creates a soft balance of strength, style, Punjabi energy, and the femininity charm and blends it all with her appeal, ensuring that she reaches the audiences thoroughly. From pulling off the Punjabi diction to learning dhol, giving spot-on expressions, ensuring that her dialogues land, and establishing a natural chemistry with Ajay Devgn, Mrunal Thakur solidifies herself as the ultimate traditional heroine that the audiences have been longing to watch! Son of Sardaar 2. The recently released trailer offers a glimpse of her character, Rabia seen delivering lively Punjabi dialogues and dancing to the infectious beats of the dhol. At the trailer launch event, Mrunal spoke candidly about the challenges of playing a Punjabi character and shared her experience of shooting for the film. Highlighting the importance of delivering impactful dialogues in a comedy, she said, 'Comedy is also about give and take you just react to what the other person is saying. Sometimes, you get so engrossed in delivering the line, but there are a lot of improvisations, so you just have to go with the flow. That's what I learned from everyone you have to be present, and the line needs to land. If the line doesn't land, there's no point.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD On stepping into a Punjabi character, she added, 'For me, it was slightly difficult to act, dance, and groove to the beats of the dhol hats off to all those who play it! The Punjabi accent was a bit tough too, but everyone helped me through it. Overall, I had so much fun while shooting. Interestingly, I even learned some French in Punjabi! If you watch the trailer, you'll see Rabia has her own shades. Being a Maharashtrian, it was quite challenging to play a Punjabi role. Par, sound bolte hi hum sab form mein aa jaate the.'
India Today
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Sunny Deol to team up with Farhan Akhtar for next action film. Details inside
Actor Sunny Deol is reportedly set to collaborate with Excel Entertainment for a large-scale action thriller. This would mark the first collaboration between Deol and the production house headed by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani. Reportedly, Deol loved the script and has been in talks with the production house for a while now. The 'Yamla Pagla Deewana' actor is excited about the film, which is expected to go on floors in December per sources close to the development, "Deol is set to team up with Excel Entertainment for the first time on a big-budget action thriller. The yet-untitled action thriller will mark the first collaboration between the actor and Excel Entertainment. The two stakeholders have been in talks for a while now and are excited to collaborate on a high-concept big-budget action thriller. Deol loves the script and is excited to partner with Akhtar and Sidhwani on the film.'The source further stated that the film will mark the directorial debut of Balaji. He has worked on several Tamil blockbusters as an assistant and associate director. 'It's a larger-than-life feature film with Deol in an avatar that the audience loves to see him in. Excel, too, is going all out to ensure that their maiden collaboration with Deol turns out to be a special treat for the cinema-going audience. The film will have lots of intense and high-on-drama moments,' the source addition to this project, Deol has two more film projects lined up. He is set to appear in the much-anticipated film 'Border 2'. The war drama is slated for release on January 3, 2026. It also stars Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty in key Deol will also star in 'Ramayana: Part 1,' in which he will play Lord Hanuman. The film is scheduled for a Diwali 2026 release.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Sunny Deol
News18
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Mukul Dev Seen On Screen After Death, Features In Son Of Sardaar 2 Teaser With Ajay Devgn, Mrunal Thakur
Last Updated: Late actor Mukul Dev will be seen for the last time on the big screen in Ajay Devn and Mrunal Thakur's Son of Sardaar 2. Actor Mukul Dev's sudden death on May 23 at the age of 54 left the film industry in deep shock. He had reportedly been admitted to a hospital in Delhi for over a week, where his health deteriorated before he passed away. Those close to the family shared that Mukul had been deeply affected by the loss of his parents and had become increasingly withdrawn in recent years. He was preparing for a Bollywood comeback with Son of Sardaar 2. The film's teaser is out, and Mukul features as the character Tony, alongside Ajay Devgn, Mrunal Thakur, and a star-studded cast. Throughout his career, Mukul Dev was known for his versatile roles in films such as Yamla Pagla Deewana, Son of Sardaar, R… Rajkumar, and Jai Ho, cementing his presence in Hindi cinema. Son of Sardaar 2 will now mark Mukul Dev's final appearance on the big screen, making the film all the more special for his fans. With his role as Tony, audiences will see him one last time doing what he loved most—acting. Mukul Dev Death Reason In an interview with The Times of India not long back, the late actor's brother, Rahul Dev, shared that Mukul had been in the ICU for eight and a half days. He attributed his brother's health issues to poor eating habits, saying, 'Medically, it was a result of poor eating habits. In the last four-five days, he had stopped eating altogether." Was Mukul Dev Depressed? Reacting to rumours about Mukul's mental health soon after his death, Rahul dismissed speculations of depression. He pointed out that many who were commenting on his brother's health had not been in touch with him for years. 'The people who are speaking out now weren't even in touch with him. They say he was unfit, but he ran half-marathons. Yes, he had gained weight — when someone stops caring about themselves, it shows… Who really stayed in touch with him between 2019 and 2024? Did they visit him when he was in the hospital or attend his prayer meet?" he rued. Son of Sardaar Co-Star Spoke Up While speaking with ETimes, Vindu Dara Singh, who worked with Mukul in Son of Sardaar, revealed that the actor had been battling loneliness. He said, 'I don't think he was suffering from any disease but he used to drink a lot and would have gutkha. He had become overweight and he battled loneliness. He has a daughter but she is also, she was not staying with him. He was making his comeback with Son of Sardaar but the sad part is he won't be there to see it. It is very tragic news." Mukul Dev Tributes Paying tribute, superstar Salman Khan—who shared screen space with Mukul in the 2014 film Jai Ho—took to Instagram Stories and s hared a still from the film featuring the two actors. 'Miss you my dear brother Mukul. Rest in peace," the Sikandar actor wrote. Ajay Devgn took to his Instagram stories to share a picture of Mukul Dev. Remembering the late actor, he wrote that his death was all too soon and sudden, and that he was still trying to process it. 'Still trying to process it… Mukul It's all too soon and sudden. You had a way of making everything lighter, even on the heaviest days. On Shanti," he wrote. Mukul Dev Movies Known for his versatile roles, Mukul's career spanned over 20 years with films like Wajood (1998), Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena (2005), Yamla Pagla Deewana (2011), and Omerta (2018), for which he also penned the screenplay. He appeared alongside Ajay Devgn in Son Of Sardar (2012). First Published:
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17-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Actor Rahul Dev finally breaks silence on what caused his brother Mukul Dev's death: 'He had lost interested in life and...'
Dev also said, 'The people who are speaking out now weren't even in touch with him. They say he was unfit, but he ran half-marathons.' read more Bollywood actor Mukul Dev, who featured in films like Yamla Pagla Deewana, R…Rajkumar & Son of Sardaar among others, passed away at the age of 54. The news came out on May 24. His Son of Sardaar costar Vindu Dara Singh confirmed the news to India Today and said, 'After his parent's death, Mukul was keeping to himself. He would even step out of the house or meet anyone. His health deteriorated in the last few days and he was in the hospital. My condolences to his brother and everyone who knew and loved him. He was an amazing person, and we will all miss him.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Now, his brother Rahul Dev has broken silence on what caused his brother's death. The actor was quoted saying to Times of India, 'He was in the ICU for eight and a half days. Medically, it was a result of poor eating habits. In the last four-five days, he had stopped eating altogether.' He added, 'Of course, he felt lonely, and he had lost interest in life…He would turn down several work offers… Only now, after completing all the rituals, is the reality sinking in - and I know the pain will only deepen.' Dev also said, 'The people who are speaking out now weren't even in touch with him. They say he was unfit, but he ran half-marathons. Yes, he had gained weight - when someone stops caring about themselves, it shows… Who really stayed in touch with him between 2019 and 2024? Did they visit him when he was in the hospital or attend his prayer meet?'
India Today
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
He felt lonely: Rahul Dev opens up about brother Mukul Dev's death
The sudden death of actor Mukul Dev led to widespread speculation about the circumstances surrounding his death. Now, his brother, actor Rahul Dev, has come forward to share the truth and offer clarity. Mukul died on May 23. He was a conversation with The Times of India, Rahul revealed that, contrary to public assumptions of depression, the real cause was Mukul's deteriorating physical health due to poor eating was in the ICU for eight and a half days. Medically, it was a result of poor eating habits. In the last four to five days, he had stopped eating altogether. Of course, he felt lonely, and he had lost interest in life. He would turn down several work offers. Only now, after completing all the rituals, is the reality sinking in - and I know the pain will only deepen,' Rahul shared. He also recounted that Mukul had moved to Delhi in 2019 to care for their ailing father, who passed away later that year. Their mother passed away in 2023. Since then, Mukul had grown increasingly reclusive, immersing himself in writing and living alone. Rahul noted that his brother deeply missed his daughter and was not taking proper care of firmly dismissed claims that Mukul was battling depression.'The people speaking now weren't even in touch with him. They say he was unfit, but he used to run half-marathons. Yes, he had gained weight - but that happens when someone stops caring for themselves. Who really stayed in touch with him between 2019 and 2024? Did they visit him in the hospital or attend his prayer meet?' he concluded with an emotional note, saying he chooses to remember Mukul not as someone who faded away, but as the 'super-charming, intelligent, and sensitive person he truly was.'Actor Mukul Dev was best known for his roles in Bollywood films like 'Son of Sardaar', 'Yamla Pagla Deewana' and Watch
