Thursday, October 17, 2024

Shreyas Talpade on playing Schizophrenic patient In Zindaginama, "Tried to portray it in as real a manner as possible"

The talented Shreyas Talpade is character of a schizophrenic patient in Applause Entertainment’s Zindaginama. Apart from the anthology, he also spoke about the serious health crisis he went through earlier this year when he suffered a heart attack.

“I guess unless you empathize with the characters, you won't be able to do that. So, yes, I personally also after this whole medical crisis that happened, it has changed a lot of things for me. But this character is something that I actually performed and portrayed before my medical crisis. But my life has pretty much changed after that. Not only the medical crisis, but I think after you play any character for that matter, every character will teach you something and you take back something with you after you're done playing that. So, this was no different,” he said.

“It has taught me a lot,” he added. “And as far as precautions are concerned, I just want to tell everyone, never ever take your life for granted. I think I am just extremely grateful for this opportunity that God has given me. You know, being born and being here on this planet is a boon. And I think we just should be grateful about it and not take it for granted even for a single second. Because trust me, it is just that one second that changes everything for you. It did for me in a massive manner. I don't want this to happen with anyone what happened with me, but I definitely want people to be a little more cautious, take more precautions. Times are changing. It's a different world that we're living in. We have to be a little more cautious about our health. Because you know, we keep saying that health is wealth, but we rarely tend to follow it. But health is wealth. So do not take your health, your life for granted and just be grateful for the gift of life.”

Speaking on why he chose to be a part of this anthology on mental health, Shreyas said, “Essentially, two reasons. One, my wife is a clinical psychologist and most of her friends are also from the same fraternity, they're psychiatrists or psychologists. And, you know, whenever we used to meet, they would tell me inspiring stories about how people would continue with therapy for quite some time and recover and, you know, or get better at what they were doing. This is something that I always felt challenging to portray as an actor and when this part came in, there's no reason why I would refuse it because I had never played a character like this before. So, that was the second reason why I thought I should, you know, try it out.”

Shreyas took his wife’s help to play the role. “I tried to portray it in as real a manner (as possible),” he said. “So, in the script, he has demanded a certain amount of realism and sensitivity associated with that character. And obviously, my director Sukriti (Tyagi) was, you know, more than helpful. I always keep saying that I am a director's actor, and she had done her homework really well. So, that really helped me to perform it better. Plus, I think if you have co-actors like Anjali Patil, they also add a lot of value and help you perform better. So, yeah, these factors, I guess, were kind of responsible.”

“I think somewhere when you portray such a character, the first thing that as an actor you do is you try to read the mind of that character. You go into his backstory, or if there is no backstory, you try to make a backstory. What is he like? How does he sleep? What time does he sleep? What does he eat? Who does he speak with? What is his profession? What was he doing before? So, you try to get into all of those and then automatically when the character’s background is clear, that’s when it becomes a lot more easier for you to just gel in and keep portraying. I could feel to a very large extent what that character felt. Obviously, what the patients go through is something which we will never be completely able to understand. But I tried to feel it as much as possible and then portray it on screen,” said Shreyas.

He added, “And to be very honest, I think, you know, physical illnesses, you can still probably pop a tablet and maybe apply some ointment, and you can get some kind of relief. But I think mental illnesses, it is not only the medication, but also the family support or support of all the caregivers that makes a huge difference in their life. That is equally important whenever there is a mental health issue concerned. So, medical crisis or not, I empathize with all my characters. This one is special, this one was tough, this one was challenging. I wanted to make sure that, you know, of course, apart from keeping it in the real space, I also wanted to keep it as authentic as possible and not really go overboard in emoting it in any manner.”

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Shreyas Talpade reveals why he avoids Bollywood parties: “Udhar jake kya baatein karenge?”



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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai: Anjalis Sana Saeed and Kajol pay emotional tribute to Shah Rukh Khan starrer

After two and half decade of its release, the songs, the dialogues, the style, and the characters of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai continues to remain as fresh as ever! The romantic drama featuring a love triangle set years apart featured one of the most enviable star casts comprising of Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Rani Mukerji, and Salman Khan in an extended cameo. As the film completed 26 years on Wednesday, an emotional Karan Johar recalled fond memories associated with his directorial debut and followed by his post, Sana Saeed who played the younger Anjali and Kajol who played the older Anjali shared heartfelt posts on the film.

For the unversed, Sana Saeed essayed the character of Shah Rukh Khan aka Rahul Khanna’s daughter Anjali Khanna. The seven-year-old plays a major role in the film as she sets to reunite her father and his long-lost college bestie after reading about them in a series of letters shared by her late mother Tina, played by Rani Mukerji. “Every year I get a sweet little reminder of some of the most beautiful memories I got to create as a very tiny but very lucky hooman… I am absolutely thrilled to have gotten the opportunity to work with simply The Best!!!!”, the actress wrote in her caption along with sharing a set of unseen pictures from the film.

She added, “Thank you from my heart to everyone that helped create this beautiful film and every one of you that has sent us so much love over the years. And off course the biggest thank you to Karan Johar for casting me with this incredible cast, a little girl could only dream of”. She signed off by saying, “Dreams do come True”.

 

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Meanwhile, Kajol too shared a set of pictures of her look as the older Anjali aka Anjali Sharma. “Still feeling the same .. even tho I seem to have grown up 26 years later!” she captioned the pictures.

 

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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai marked the directorial debut of Karan Johar along with the film exploring the chemistry of Shah Rukh Khan with Rani Mukerji for the first time. On the other hand, it marked the third collaboration of the superstar with Kajol after three blockbusters – namely Baazigar, Karan Arjun, and Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge.

Also Read: Kuch Kuch Hota Hai BTS Unseen Photos unveiled! Karan Johar pays emotional ode to his first film as it turns 26



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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Shah Rukh Khan opens up on making big films for their parents; says, “My mom and dad can see them from heaven”

Shah Rukh Khan has become synonymous with starring in some of the biggest and most extravagant Hindi films. Many of his most successful projects, whether romantic or action-packed, have been larger-than-life productions. In a recent interview, the actor revealed that he takes on these 'big films' as a tribute to his parents, whom he lost at a young age.

Recently, Shah Rukh attended the Locarno Film Festival, where he participated in the Locarno Meets podcast. During the podcast, he discussed his 2002 blockbuster Devdas and reflected on its impact on his career. He shared how he got involved in the film and mentioned that at one point, the project was nearly shelved.

Shah Rukh Khan said, “There came a time that we wouldn't be doing it, and I moved on. But I was very keen to do such a film in my career. My parents had passed away by the time I joined films, both of them were not alive. I don't know, for some reason, I always felt I'll make films which are very big, so that my mom and dad can see them from heaven.”

The actor dismissed this as a 'childish concept,' but said that he still believes his mother is a star, alluding to the common belief among youngsters that the departed become stars in the sky. Shah Rukh stated, “I still think my mom's a star, and it works. I think I even know the star she is. So I just felt that if I made Devdas, she would really like it. She would appreciate it.”

On the work front, Devdas, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, was the most expensive Indian film ever made at the time, with a reported budget of ₹50 crore upon its 2002 release. Starring alongside Aishwarya Rai and Madhuri Dixit, the film was both a critical and commercial hit. Over the years, Shah Rukh Khan has been part of several large-scale productions, including Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Ra.One, and his recent action thrillers Jawan and Pathaan. Reports now suggest that he is set to collaborate with his daughter, Suhana Khan, in Sujoy Ghosh's King.

Also Read : Shah Rukh Khan to play assassin in King: Report



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Priyanka Chopra brings her “Bollywood dreams” to life in Switzerland's snowy alps; see pics and videos 

Global star Priyanka Chopra has ticked off a personal bucket list item—shooting in the iconic Alps of Switzerland, a location synonymous with Bollywood romance. Priyanka recently shared her experience in the snow-capped mountains of Crans Montana, Switzerland. 

Priyanka Chopra Twirling in the Snow; Calls It “Bollywood Dream” PeeCee took to Instagram to post a reel that captured her twirling in slow motion, channelling the essence of a classic Bollywood heroine. Set to the iconic Yash Chopra song Chandni, originally picturised on Sridevi and filmed in the same region, the video brought a touch of nostalgia to her followers. Priyanka was seen in a blue pantsuit, wrapped in a heavy jacket to brave the alpine cold. Captioning her reel, Priyanka wrote, "Making my Bollywood dreams come true in Crans Montana." Priyanak Chopra Gives A Peek Into Behind The Scenes Of The Alps Shoot In addition to the reel, Priyanka also posted a carousel of behind-the-scenes moments from her campaign shoot for @perfectmomentsports and @johnniewalker. Set amid a blizzard, the pictures offered a candid look into the hard work behind the glamour. The actress shared it all from snaps with the crew to enjoying snacks while taking a snowy walk. "Just a little BTS from my @perfectmomentsports @johnniewalker campaign shoot in Switzerland. Amongst an actual blizzard. But fun was had," she captioned the post.

 

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On the professional front, the 42-year-old actress has wrapped up filming for her upcoming film The Bluff, directed by Frank E. Flowers. To mark the occasion, she shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, featuring a collection of images from the shoot. In her caption, Priyanka expressed her gratitude to everyone involved, including her family who accompanied her on the journey. "It's a picture wrap on The Bluff!!! ... and to do it with my family by my side and the incredible people that made this movie possible is such a privilege. This one truly has been a labour of love," she wrote.

 

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In addition to this, she has recently started shooting for the second season of Amazon Prime Video’s show Citadel. 

Also Read: BREAKING! Priyanka Chopra to launch beauty line in India with Max Factor



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Badshah calls Diljit Dosanjh a ‘Khoobsurat Insaan’; Shreya Ghoshal admires his sense of humuor

Shreya Ghoshal and Badshah, both acclaimed singers with massive fanbases, are admired as legends and inspirations. However, the two playback stars also admitted they'd like to borrow a few qualities from actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh. In an exclusive interview with Pinkvilla, Badshah described Diljit as a "khoobsurat insaan," while Shreya expressed admiration for his sharp sense of humor.

Shreya Ghoshal and Badshah are teaming up as judges for a singing reality show for the first time. In addition to their time on set, the two music icons sat down for an exclusive interview. During the conversation, they praised Diljit Dosanjh while discussing the music industry’s top talents. When asked what trait of Diljit's they admire most, Shreya mentioned his vibrant and energetic personality.

She added, “Mujhe Diljit Dosanjh ka sense of humuor bhi sahi lagta hai. I want to steal that. He is always funny.” To this, Badshah added, “He is effortlessly funny.” They both agreed that he is honest and sweet. The rapper also mentioned that Diljit is a ‘khoobsurat insaan'. He added, “Kuch bhi chura lo inse vo value addition hoga. In fact, any that you can get from Arijit, AR Rahman, or Sonu Nigam, even their 5-minutes are enough.”

During the conversation with Pinkvilla, the singer revealed that he wants to steal AR Rahman's Grammy Award. The Kala Chashma singer further added, “I have seen sir once or twice sitting on his piano and playing a beat. When it ends, I think, wow, it was so good, and he immediately says it was bad.”

Badshah and Diljit collaborated on the song Naina for the movie Crew. The rapper recently attended Dosanjh's gig in London alongside Hania Aamir.

Also  Read : Diljit Dosanjh brings out Badshah as surprise guest to sing ‘Naina’ at his London concert, watch viral videos



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Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Ranbir Kapoor stuns social media fam with new look; fans debate whether it's for Dhoom 4 or Animal Park

Followed by box office success and accolades for Animal, Ranbir Kapoor has been on a new career high with multiple projects in the pipeline. Not too long ago, the actor shooting for the much-anticipated Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana had started doing the rounds after a few photos of him as Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi as Goddess Seeta took the internet by storm. Now, the latest update of the actor’s look has once again sparked an interesting conversation among social media users.

Renowned celebrity hair stylist Aalim Hakim recently took to his official Instagram handle to share the latest unseen look of Ranbir Kapoor with the caption “Hotness Alert !!!”  And we must say the actor looks suave and sleek in his new hairstyle and the sunglasses as well as the small diamond stud compliment well as accessories. Ranbir’s new avatar also seems have to grabbed the attention of many social media users where while some have dropped heart and fire emojis to showcase their appreciation of the new look, a few others have started a discussion over the reason behind the actor’s new look. Fans predict that the actor has changed the look for one of his upcoming ventures and believe it is either for Animal Park or Dhoom 4. While some fans have posted comments like “Animal 2 character reveal”, “Animal look”, “Animal park start”, a few others have shared “Is it for Dhoom reloaded”,  “This Look for Dhoom 4”, “Confirm dhoom 4”.

 

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For the unversed, Animal (2023) ended in a cliffhanger with Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Ranbir Kapoor also announcing the sequel to the action entertainer as Animal Park in the end credits. Meanwhile, recent reports suggest that the actor has taken over the Dhoom franchise and will star in Dhoom 4, although there has been no confirmation from the production house YRF or the actor.

Apart from these two films, Ranbir has the Ramayana trilogy as well as the highly awaited Love & War, co-starring his real-life wife Alia Bhatt and actor Vicky Kaushal in key roles. It marks his reunion with Sanjay Leela Bhansali after the former’s debut Saawariya in 2007.

Also Read: SCOOP: Love & War delayed to December due to set damage in Mumbai rains; Sanjay Leela Bhansali gets more time for scripting



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Spooky crossover: Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 stars Kartik Aaryan and Vidya Balan meet ‘Bhootnath’ Amitabh Bachchan on KBC

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 stars Kartik Aaryan and Vidya Balan are set to make an appearance on the popular quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), hosted by none other than Amitabh Bachchan. The episode, scheduled to air ahead of Diwali, is expected to generate excitement as the cast promotes their upcoming horror-comedy, slated for release during the festive season.

Kartik and Vidya took to social media to share a sneak peek of their appearance on KBC. In the photo, Kartik, Vidya, and Amitabh are seen striking the signature pose from Bhool Bhulaiyaa, with Kartik dressed in a sharp blue suit, Amitabh in a black bandhgala, and Vidya in a striking printed black sari. Their joint caption, “Rooh Baba x Manjulika x Bhootnath.”  Director Anees Bazmee Teases Multiple Endings Adding to the intrigue surrounding Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, director Anees Bazmee revealed in a recent interview that he shot two different climaxes for the film. Later, Kartik Aaryan also discussed the director's decision to film two climaxes in an interview with Pinkvilla. The actor shared, "I think one or two more people know about the actual climax. But yes, two climaxes have been shot for this film. In fact, when the script came to us, only these five or so people received the last 15 pages." He further added that even the assistant director and production teams were kept in the dark about the final scenes.

During the interview, Kartik accidentally dropped a hint about a potential surprise cast member, Kiara Advani. While recalling the filming process, he slipped up, saying, "When we were shooting with Kiara..." before quickly correcting himself, "Sorry. I mean when we were shooting with Vidya ji…" This unintentional slip has only fueled speculation about Kiara's possible involvement in the film. What to Expect from Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Directed by Anees Bazmee, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 promises a unique blend of horror and comedy that has become the hallmark of the franchise. The return of Vidya Balan as the iconic Manjulika character has excited fans, but there is an added twist this time. The film explores the question of who the "real" Manjulika is—Vidya or Madhuri. Set for a Diwali release, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 will compete directly with Rohit Shetty's highly anticipated Singham Again. 

Also Read: Accidental or slip-up? Kartik Aaryan mentioning Kiara Advani while discussing Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’s two endings sparks speculations



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