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Time of India
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
AI vs Artistic Integrity? Directors react to AI's role in reimagining films
In what is probably a first for the film industry, Raanjhanaa, the 2013 romantic drama starring and , is being re-released in Tamil Nadu — but with a major twist. The film will feature an AI-generated alternate ending, a move that has sparked a debate within the film fraternity. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now While director Aanand L Rai has strongly objected to the use of artificial intelligence to alter his original work, the studio backing the film, Eros International Media Limited, has called it a 'creative reimagining. ' This instance has opened up a larger conversation around the ethics of using AI in cinema, especially when it comes to modifying creative content without the original filmmaker's approval. Is it innovation or intrusion? A natural evolution of storytelling or a violation of artistic integrity? We spoke to prominent filmmakers to understand where they stand on this contentious issue and how they view the future of AI in cinema. Changing a film without the writer & director's permission is wrong: Zoya Akhtar It is one thing to remake a film and alter its ending, but to digitally change an existing film without the permission or blessings of the writer and director is just wrong. I suppose filmmakers and screenwriters now need to add this to their contracts. And what about the actors? They agreed to another narrative. Changing the director's vision amounts to rewriting history: Om Raut AI is a great tool for artistes to collaborate with. It finds innovative ways to make our work simpler, but when AI is used to alter a film without the original filmmaker's consent, it raises serious questions. Filmmaking is a collaborative art, but the director's vision is central to this medium. Changing that vision amounts to rewriting history. AI makes it easier, faster, and more tempting than ever, but ease of access doesn't equal moral license. What will stop studios from modifying performances, dialogues, or even re-casting scenes with AI-generated actors – all without informing the person who made it? This undermines the integrity of the creative process: Hansal Mehta I'm not fully aware of the details behind this development. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now But, if the climax has indeed been altered using AI without the consent of its original creators, in my opinion, it amounts to a breach of moral and creative rights. It also sets a troubling precedent: the misuse of a powerful technological tool in a way that disregards artistic intent and undermines the integrity of the creative process. I wouldn't be okay with any of my work being published without my consent: Siddharth P Malhotra I don't have a problem with a re-release of a film or altering the edit of a movie and re-releasing it. In fact, I would love to re-edit We Are Family with the edit I wanted or ideally have Maharaj with the scene that we couldn't put into the film. But the use of AI should be done as a tool to enhance something you can't physically do. Also, a film is purely a director's medium, so there is no way anyone can be or should be allowed without a director's consent to alter a film unless the director is not alive, even then, the family should be asked for permission. I wouldn't be okay with any of my work being published without my consent. Nobody should be allowed to touch the film without the filmmaker's consent– R Balki Under Indian law, the producer is the legal author of a film: Eros Eros International Media Limited issued their second statement on Tuesday to reiterate that they are 'the sole producer and exclusive copyright holder of Raanjhanaa (released in Tamil as Ambikapathy).' In their statement, they said, 'The re-release of Ambikapathy with an alternate AI-assisted ending is a legally compliant, transparently labelled, and artistically guided creative edition intended for Tamil-speaking audiences. It does not replace or alter the original Raanjhanaa, which remains untouched and widely available across all platforms. This version is part of a global and longstanding tradition in cinema of offering alternate edits, localised adaptations, and anniversary re-releases. As the sole financier, producer, and rights holder of Raanjhanaa, Eros holds complete ownership and control of all intellectual property, moral rights, and derivative rights under Indian Copyright Law.' About artistic collaboration and AI innovation, the statement said, 'It is imperative to reinforce that under Indian law, the producer is the legal author of a film. Mr Rai's disassociation from the Tamil alternate version is his personal choice, but his claim to ownership or moral authority over the work is neither contractually supported nor legally enforceable. The alternate ending was crafted under the direction of a human creative team using AI only as an assistive tool — not as an autonomous content generator. '
News18
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Meet Ahaan Panday's Rumoured Girlfriend Shruti Chauhan
1/9 Shruti Chauhan is an actress and model. She has appeared in Zoya Akhtar's blockbuster film 'Gully Boy', in which she played the role of Maya. (Image: Instagram) Reportedly, she hails from Jaipur and has pursued a degree in arts from Jyoti Vidyapeeth College. (Image: Instagram) 8/9 Apart from Ahaan Panday, a number of celebrities such as Khushi Kapoor, Alaya F, Palak Tiwari, Ishaan Khatter, Ananya Panday, Alizeh Agnihotri, Suhana Khan, Aryan Khan, Navya Nanda, Ranveer Singh and others also follow her on Instagram. (Image: Instagram)
NDTV
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
14 Years Of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara: Zoya Akhtar's Post Gets Love From Katrina Kaif, Abhay Deol's 'Part 2' Comment Goes Viral
New Delhi: One of Zoya Akhtar's most loved films, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, completed 14 years today. The film hit the screens on July 15, 2011. Zoya Akhtar shared a lovely post on social media. Katrina Kaif and Abhay Deol's comments were brimming with love as they reminisced about the good times. What's Happening Zoya Akhtar shared a monochrome picture from her film Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, as the film clocked 14 years today. The picture is a backshot from the movie, where Abhay Deol, Farhan Akhtar, Hrithik Roshan, and Katrina Kaif are seen in the car, perfectly capturing the essence of the road trip that the film was based on. Zoya Akhtar captioned it, "14 Years, And I Still Miss The Road. @hrithikroshan @abhaydeol @faroutakhtar @katrinakaif @kalkikanmani @ariadna_cabrol @reemakagti1 @ritesh_sid." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zoya Akhtar (@zoieakhtar) While Katrina Kaif commented, "The best", it was Abhay Deol's comment that caught the Internet's attention. Abhay Deol wrote, "If you did, then you'd write part 2 (crying emoji)! I miss the road too @zoieakhtar." Farhan Akhtar also shared a snippet from the film and wrote, "14 years (with a heart emoji)." How Fans Reacted Abhay Deol's comment led to fans again demanding a sequel to the film. One Internet user wrote, "The world is waiting for the sequel," while someone else said, "All that but you still won't make a sequel." " Jee le zaraa when?" asked another fan. In A Nutshell Zoya Akhtar shared a heartfelt post on social media as Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara completed 14 years. Katrina Kaif and Abhay Deol expressed their love. Fans flooded the comments section as they demanded an update on the film's sequel.
News18
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
ZNMD Turns 14: Katrina Kaif Calls It ‘The Best', Abhay Deol's Comment About ‘Part 2' Goes Viral
Last Updated: As Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara completed 14 years, director Zoya Akhtar shared a nostalgic post. Katrina Kaif and Abhay Deol's comments on the post sent fans into a frenzy! Zoya Akhtar's Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (ZNMD) remains unforgettable, holding a special place in audiences' hearts even 14 years after its release. The film, starring Hrithik Roshan, Abhay Deol, Farhan Akhtar, Katrina Kaif, and Kalki Koechlin, redefined Bollywood road trips, and fans have been eagerly waiting for a sequel. The film released in theatres on July 15, 2011, and has completed 14 years today. Director Zoya Akhtar got nostalgic and shared a post on Instagram to mark this special milestone. ZNMD stars Abhay Deol and Katrina Kaif also reacted to the post, and their comments sent fans into a frenzy! On Tuesday, Zoya Akhtar took to Instagram to share a monochromatic still from Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (ZNMD), featuring Hrithik Roshan, Abhay Deol, Farhan Akhtar, and Katrina Kaif driving away in a car. In her caption, she wrote, '14 Years And I Still Miss The Road." Katrina Kaif commented on the post, and wrote, 'The best," along with several white heart emojis. Meanwhile, Abhay Deol reacted to Zoya's caption and wrote, 'If you did then you'd write part 2 (crying emoji)! I miss the road too @zoieakhtar." In response, Zoya Akhtar dropped a laughing emoji and a red heart. Check out the post below! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zoya Akhtar (@zoieakhtar) ZNMD Fans Demand A Sequel Netizens demanded a sequel of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara. Commenting on Zoya's post, one fan wrote, 'World is waiting for the sequel," while another one complained, 'All that but you still won't make a sequel." 'Jee le zaraa when?" asked another netizen. Meanwhile, Farhan Akhtar also marked 14 years of ZNMD by sharing a video clip featuring the highlight moments from the film, while the poetry 'Toh Zinda Ho Tum' plays in the backdrop. 'Celebrating 14 years of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara," he wrote. Celebrating 14 years of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara ❤️ @iHrithik #AbhayDeol #KatrinaKaif @kalkikanmani #ZoyaAkhtar @kagtireema @ritesh_sid @Javedakhtarjadu @ShankarEhsanLoy @j10kassim @vishalrr @excelmovies @tigerbabyfilms @TSeries — Farhan Akhtar (@FarOutAkhtar) July 15, 2025 About Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara Directed by Zoya Akhtar and produced by Excel Entertainment, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011) starred Hrithik Roshan, Abhay Deol, Farhan Akhtar, Katrina Kaif, and Kalki Koechlin. The road-trip film, which explored friendship, love, and self-discovery, remains one of Bollywood's most beloved classics. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara flashback? The real-life iconic Pamplona bull run just wrapped up in Spain
Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara flashback? The real-life iconic Pamplona bull run just wrapped up in Spain | Check photos 7 Photos . Updated: 14 Jul 2025, 11:32 PM IST Share Via Over a decade ago, Zoya Akhtar's 2011 movie Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (ZNMD) immortalised Pamplona's San Fermin bull run, with its iconic scene of three friends racing in white and red. As the world-famous Spanish festival wraps up today, we take a look at the last-day scenes 1/7Revellers sprint next to Miura fighting bulls during the Encierro (running of the bulls), at the bullring entrance, during the San Fermin festival in Pamplona, Spain July 14, 2025. (REUTERS) 2/7Back in 2011, Bollywood fans went gaga over this scene from the San Fermin bull run. Except, this iconic moment, which fans still cherish, is from Zoya Akhtar's movie Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara 3/7This year marked the eighth running of the bulls of the San Fermin festival in Pamplona, northern Spain, on July 14, 2025. Thousands of people every year attend the week-long festival and its famous encierros or bull runs, every day at 8:00 a.m. through the narrow streets of the old town over an 850 meters (yard) course while runners ahead of them try to stay close to the bulls without falling over or being gored (AFP) 4/7A participant is hit during games with a young cow in the bullring after the eigth running of the bulls of the San Fermin festival in Pamplona, northern Spain, on July 14, 2025. Thousands of people every year attend the week-long festival and its famous encierros or bull runs, every day at 8:00 a.m. through the narrow streets of the old town over an 850 meters (yard) course while runners ahead of them try to stay close to the bulls without falling over or being gored. (Photo by Thomas COEX / AFP) (AFP) 5/7Revellers watch as a wild cow jumps a barrier at the bullring, at the San Fermin festival in Pamplona, Spain, July 14, 2025. REUTERS/Albert Gea (REUTERS) 6/7Moment when a wild cow jumps over revellers at the bullring. At least two people were taken to the hospital with contusions, according to emergency services, reported Reuters (REUTERS)
