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SRK-Deepika Padukone's Om Shanti Om Climax Had 100 People Inside A Set That Was On Fire
SRK-Deepika Padukone's Om Shanti Om Climax Had 100 People Inside A Set That Was On Fire

News18

time8 hours ago

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SRK-Deepika Padukone's Om Shanti Om Climax Had 100 People Inside A Set That Was On Fire

The interval block of Om Shanti Om – where Shah Rukh Khan's Om runs through a blazing film set to save Deepika Padukone's Shantipriya – remains one of the most unforgettable sequences in Hindi cinema. But while it lit up the screen, it left action director Sham Kaushal, father of Vicky Kaushal, breaking down in tears behind the scenes. In a recent podcast chat with Aman Aujla, Sham spoke honestly about just how dangerous and overwhelming that shoot really was. 'There wasn't so much of VFX back in 2007. We had to light the fire on that set, where Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, three camerapersons, and 60 members of my unit were inside the set. So, there were around 100 people inside the set that was on fire," he recalled. Calling it one of the most 'testing" moments of his long career, Sham admitted the tension on set was too much to handle at times. 'There were so many moments of stress because you also had to put off the fire within seconds of lighting it. If someone commits a mistake anywhere, it could be very disastrous. I swear by God, there were so many times I'd go to the side and cry. I felt I'd get a heart attack." The shoot took place in Mumbai's Film City, and what added to Sham's anxiety was the sheer number of lives relying on him. 'Humans have little control over both fire and water. I get a little scared every time I do a stunt with fire or water. No one should get hurt because nothing is beyond safety," he said. He added that he sees every member of the crew as his own children and would pray to Lord Hanuman for everyone's safety. The real challenge, according to Sham, is timing. The fire had to be lit and put out in a matter of seconds – and not just once. 'We had to light up the set four to five times a day while filming," he explained. Years later, during the making of Dunki (2023), Sham found himself in a similar high-pressure situation, only this time it was personal. His son Vicky Kaushal had to perform a fire stunt in one of the film's scenes. Director Rajkumar Hirani also confirmed that Sham was under a lot of stress while filming that scene with his son. 'For example, in Dunki, there was a scene in which Vicky had to run with him on fire. It's just a matter of few seconds. Those who extinguish the fire are more committed than those who light it. Even if they burn their hands, they don't step back because they know how grave their job is," Sham said. Even with decades of experience under his belt, it's clear that fire stunts still shake Sham Kaushal.

Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone's fire scene in Om Shanti Om had action director Sham Kaushal crying on set: ‘What if something happened'
Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone's fire scene in Om Shanti Om had action director Sham Kaushal crying on set: ‘What if something happened'

Indian Express

time12 hours ago

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  • Indian Express

Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone's fire scene in Om Shanti Om had action director Sham Kaushal crying on set: ‘What if something happened'

The grand fire scene during the interval block of Farah Khan's 2007 blockbuster reincarnation saga Om Shanti Om is one of the most memorable action set pieces in the history of Hindi cinema. It had Shah Rukh Khan's character Om enter a huge film set on fire by Arjun Rampal's Mukesh in order to save his love interest, Deepika Padukone's Shantipriya. While it was thrilling to watch on the big screen, the film's action director Sham Kaushal remembers it differently. He recently confessed that set in Mumbai's Film City was so risk-prone that it made him cry several times on set. 'There wasn't so much of VFX back in 2007. We had to light the fire on that set, where Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, three camerapersons, and 60 members of my unit were inside the set. So, there were around 100 people inside the set that was on fire,' Sham recalled. On the podcast of Aman Aujla, Sham claimed that set piece in Om Shanti Om was one of the most 'testing' of his long, illustrious career. 'There were so many moments of stress because you also had to put off the fire within seconds of lighting it. If someone commits a mistake anywhere, it could be very disastrous. I swear by God, there were so many times I'd go to the side and cry. I felt I'd get a heart attack,' added Sham. He added that he got so tense because the entire unit's trust was resting on him. He prayed to Lord Hanuman to keep all of them safe. Sham claimed he considers the members of the unit as his own kids. 'Humans have little control over both fire and water. I get a little scared every time I do a stunt with fire or water. No one should get hurt because nothing is beyond safety,' added Sham. Sham revealed that the tricky area with fire stunts is the timing. They had to light up the set four to five times a day while filming, but also had to put it off within seconds. 'For example, in Dunki, there was a scene in which Vicky (Kaushal, son) had to run with him on fire. It's just a matter of few seconds. Those who extinguish the fire are more committed than those who light it. Even if they burn their hands, they don't step back because they know how grave their job is,' said Sham. Also Read — Vicky Kaushal's father Sham Kaushal was ready to end his life after cancer diagnosis: 'The doctor shared that I won't survive' While promoting his 2023 film Dunki, director Rajkumar Hirani also revealed Sham Kaushal was terribly stressed about the scene in which his team had to put his son Vicky Kaushal on fire, again during the interval block of the Shah Rukh Khan-starrer. Hirani said that Sham gets particularly worried as an action director while working with his family.

Worried Mamata Banerjee wishes speedy recovery to brother Shah Rukh Khan after injury
Worried Mamata Banerjee wishes speedy recovery to brother Shah Rukh Khan after injury

India Today

time2 days ago

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  • India Today

Worried Mamata Banerjee wishes speedy recovery to brother Shah Rukh Khan after injury

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed concern for Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who reportedly suffered muscular injuries while filming his upcoming project 'King'. In a heartfelt post, Banerjee referred to the actor as her 'brother' and wished him a speedy recovery.'Reports regarding my brother Shah Rukh Khan sustaining muscular injuries during shooting make me worried. Wish him a speedy recovery (sic),' Banerjee wrote, tagging the out her post here: Sources told India Today that the injury is not serious and the actor is recovering well. However, the incident has impacted the production schedule, with filming now expected to resume in the injury, SRK travelled to the United States and has since relocated to the UK, where he is recuperating with his family. A planned trip to Sri Lanka has been postponed to prioritise his recovery and isn't the first time the West Bengal CM has shown public affection for SRK. The actor has served as the brand ambassador of West Bengal and is a frequent guest at the state's annual Kolkata International Film Festival. Their camaraderie often makes headlines, with Banerjee affectionately referring to Khan as her 'brother.'Fans across the country have flooded social media with well-wishes for the actor's recovery. Meanwhile, no official statement has been released by Khan or his team regarding the extent of the injury or its impact on the film's was last seen in 'Dunki' and has a packed slate ahead, including 'King', one of the most awaited films of the year.- EndsTrending Reel

Shah Rukh Khan Not Injured On King Set, Undergoes Routine Treatment In US: Report
Shah Rukh Khan Not Injured On King Set, Undergoes Routine Treatment In US: Report

News18

time3 days ago

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  • News18

Shah Rukh Khan Not Injured On King Set, Undergoes Routine Treatment In US: Report

A report by NDTV has clarified that Shah Rukh is not injured. A source close to the actor shared, 'The rumours of Shah Rukh suffering a back injury on the sets of King are completely untrue." They explained that the actor does deal with old injuries flaring up once in a while, and he travels to the US for regular check-ups and treatment when needed. So, this trip is nothing out of the ordinary for him. According to a report by Bollywood Hungama earlier, the superstar had sustained an injury while shooting an intense action sequence at Golden Tobacco studio in Mumbai. Though the specifics of the injury remain confidential, insiders reveal that SRK has now flown to the United States for medical attention. 'It's not a serious injury, but more of a muscular strain," a source close to the production shared. 'Over the years, Shah Rukh has picked up multiple injuries from stunt work, and this seems to be a result of accumulated stress." The insider added that the actor's team opted for precautionary care abroad, ensuring he receives the best treatment available. King is a much-talked-about project, mainly because it stars Suhana Khan, Shah Rukh's daughter, alongside him — marking their first film together. There's also buzz that the film features a star-studded cast including Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Rani Mukerji, Jackie Shroff, Anil Kapoor, Arshad Warsi, Raghav Juyal and Abhay Verma. However, an official announcement is still awaited. Before King, Shah Rukh was last seen in Dunki, directed by Rajkumar Hirani, which released in December 2023. The film starred Taapsee Pannu, Boman Irani, and Vicky Kaushal in key roles. Prior to that, he led the action blockbuster Jawan, directed by Atlee, which featured Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Deepika Padukone and many others.

Shah Rukh Khan injured during the shoot of ‘King': reports
Shah Rukh Khan injured during the shoot of ‘King': reports

The Hindu

time3 days ago

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  • The Hindu

Shah Rukh Khan injured during the shoot of ‘King': reports

Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan is reported to have suffered an injury during the shoot of his upcoming movie. According to Hindustan Times, Shah Rukh has been advised one-month rest following the incident. It is learnt that Shah Rukh met with an injury during the filming of an intense sequence for King, directed bySiddharth Anand. The superstar has reportedly travelled to the US for treatment and recovery. Due to the injury, the filming for King scheduled in July and August has been cancelled. Shah Rukh is likely to resume shooting for the moviein September. ALSO READ:'King': Deepika Padukone on board Shah Rukh Khan's film with Siddharth Anand? Directed by Siddharth Anand, the movie also has Suhana Khan and Saurabh Shukla. Deepika Padukone is also reportedly part of the movie. Shah Rukh last starred in Dunki (2023), directed by Rajkumar Hirani. He delivered blockbusters with action dramas Pathaan (2023)and Jawan (2023).

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