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Time of India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Cinematographer Ravi Chandran: 'Each protagonist in Yuva was given a separate colour palette in terms of costume or the environment"
In a captivating conversation, distinguished cinematographer Ravi Chandran reflects on his experiences working with the legendary director Mani Ratnam, particularly on the film 'Yuva' and its Tamil counterpart 'Aayutha Ezhuthu. ' With a career spanning decades, Chandran shares insights into the creative decisions behind the cinematography of both films, emphasizing the distinct looks crafted for each character and the significance of subtle nuances in storytelling. Here are the excerpts from the conversation: You had the unique privilege to shoot both versions of Mani Ratnam's Yuva? 'Yes, 'Yuva' and its Tamil version called 'Aayutha Ezhuthu' were shot the same year actually, but we never shot the films together. We shot the Tamil version separately and the Hindi version separately. So, each one had its own set of different locations, different takes.' 'Basically, in that film, we desired three different looks for three different characters. And each character has its own behavior. For example, Lallan's character, which was played by Abhishek Bachchan, is a very edgy, violent man. And, you know, Ajay Devgan's character is a very calm, composed character, a very level-headed person.' 'And Vivek Oberoi's character is the young dreamer who wants to leave India and go and settle down in the U.S. So, that is his dream. He doesn't see the world around him. So, we shot him only with telephoto lenses; the background goes out of focus, and you don't see much around him. Whereas, in Ajay Devgan's portion, we shot everything in very well-composed, choreographed shots. And Abhishek's character, we shot mostly in wider angles, in a handheld kind of feel, a little edgy and shaky kind of shooting style we used. ' Even the colour palettes were different for the three characters? 'Yes, each protagonist in Yuva was given a separate colour palette in terms of costume or the environment, whether it's a car or a location. We chose things not like an ad film, but very subtly. But people remember it like that now. We used blue for Vivek's character in the Vivek-Kareena track, and in the Rani and Abhishek track, we used a lot of red and black. Green is for Ajay Devgan's character.' Which version did you like working on better? 'I really like the Hindi version because it had a unique background, which was very, very different and very beautiful to shoot. Also, all the actors were really good in Hindi. So, they delivered different, interesting kinds of performances. Abhishek, I think, won many awards for this performance.' You have just completed Thug Life with Mani Ratnam… 'It's the same Mani Ratnam. Same speed, same energy, same vision—in a sense, a very focused kind of filmmaking. I am shooting with him after 21 years. So, now, when this film was announced, I jumped at the offer. It is a great experience working with the two legends Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan. And, of course, another A R Rahman. And A. Sreekar Prasad is the editor. So, top-notch technicians worked in the film. I hope everyone likes this film and makes it a great success, because there is so much hard work we have put into it. And, as an audience member, I am also expecting to see the film in full form with great sound and visuals.' 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 .
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Yogi inaugurates ₹724cr projects in Kasganj, announces Soron's development on lines of Ayodhya
Agra: Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday participated in the foundation laying ceremony of 60 development projects worth Rs 724 crore in Kasganj district. The CM announced that Soron, a sacred place on the banks of the Ganga river in Kasganj, would be developed on par with Ayodhya, Mathura, and Vrindavan. Besides this, the projects include a state-of-the-art police line spread over 25.63 hectares in the district. Addressing a gathering on his visit to Kasganj, Yogi said, "The value and significance of a uniform cannot be overstated. You have recently witnessed the valour of Indian soldiers who broke Pakistan's back through Operation Sindoor. Now India has made it clear: If you dare to harm even one of our citizens, you will struggle for your existence. And today, Pakistan is pleading across the world, begging for mercy." "Under the PM's leadership over the last 10 years, significant efforts have been made to modernise and strengthen the army. Continuous initiatives have been taken, and that's why the Indian Army is always prepared to confront any enemy. If the enemy dares to act, the Indian Army has the full capability to enter their territory and eliminate the threat," he added. In his address, the CM also criticised the Samajwadi Party, and said, "Before 2017, an atmosphere of fear prevailed in Uttar Pradesh. Streets emptied at dusk, miscreants roamed freely, and riots erupted frequently. Neither daughters nor traders were safe." The CM distributed a range of benefits to residents, including certificates and tablets under skill and education schemes, house keys under Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana and PM Awas Yojana (Urban), Rs 5 lakh cheques under Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Vikas Yojana, Gharauni certificates, Ayushman Bharat cards, and laptops under Mukhyamantri Bal Seva Yojana.
India.com
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Amitabh Bachchan had a liplock with an actress 36 years younger than him, with whom Abhishek Bachchan once wanted to marry, her name is…
There is no age for marriage, love or acting in Bollywood. Stars can do anything at any age. If we talk about acting, there are many actors who not only gave bold scenes after 50 or 60, but also gave intimate scenes with actresses half their age. One name in this is Amitabh Bachchan. At the age of 60, Amitabh did a liplock with actress Rani Mukherji, who was about 36 years younger than him, in director Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film Black, while there was also talk of Abhishek Bachchan's marriage with this actress. Amitabh Bachchan won the National Award for the 2005 film Black, while Rani Mukerji won the Filmfare Award for Best Actress. Rani played the role of a deaf and mute person in this film and Amitabh was her trainer. The special thing is that Amitabh did not take any fee from Bhansali for working in this film, but there was a scene of Amitabh and Rani in this film which shocked not only his family but also the audience. The reason for the surprise was Amitabh and Rani's liplock, while Rani's name was linked with Abhishek Bachchan at that time and even the talk of their marriage had started. According to 'Asianet News', Rani and Abhishek Bachchan came close to each other during the film Yuva. Jaya was also in favour of bringing a Bengali daughter-in-law, but the kissing scene in Black ended the relationship between Abhishek and Rani. Let us tell you that earlier Kareena Kapoor was being cast opposite Amitabh Bachchan in the film Black, but Amitabh had refused to work with Kareena.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Time of India
Lava launches Yuva Star 2 smartphone in sub-₹10,000 price segment
NEW DELHI: Homegrown handset maker Lava on Monday launched its new smartphone, the Lava Yuva Star 2 , priced at ₹6,499. The Lava Yuva Star 2 comes with a glossy back panel and a side fingerprint sensor, aimed at attracting new customers in the sub-₹10,000 price segment. The smartphone features a 6.75-inch HD+ display, a large 5000mAh battery, and the Android 14 Go operating system (OS), paired with a near-stock user interface (UI). The device also comes with a 13MP AI dual rear camera and a 5MP front camera. In addition, the smartphone boasts a bloatware-free experience, offering no pre-installed apps. It is powered by an octa-core Unisoc chipset coupled with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal memory. 'With its refined design, reliable performance, and user-friendly features, this device is perfect for those entering the smartphone world or upgrading from older models. We have plans to bolster each of our series this year for Yuva design, affordability and user experience are key aspects,' said Sumit Singh, head (product), Lava.
India.com
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Abhishek Bachchan gets Rs 1800000 per month from SBI due to…
Acclaimed actor, entrepreneur, and sports enthusiast, Abhishek Bachchan is best known for his work in Hindi cinema, with notable performances in films such as Guru, Yuva, Bunty Aur Babli, and Dostana. Recently, the Bollywood couple Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan completed 18 years of marital bliss. Abhishek and Aishwarya acted together in 'Dhaai Akshar Prem Ke' in 2000 and later in 'Umrao Jaan' in 2006, where they became good friends. Later, they got married that year and welcomed Aaradhya in 2011. In addition to the entertainment industry, Abhishek owns the Pro Kabaddi League team Jaipur Pink Panthers. Along with this, Abhishek Bachchan also receives Rs 1800000 from the State Bank of India per month. The reason is… With a reported net worth of Rs 280 crore, Abhishek Bachchan has rented out the ground floor of the family's lavish Juhu bungalow, Ammu and Vats, to the State Bank of India. This long-term 15-year lease promises a steady and significant rental income for the Bachchan family.
