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Mint
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- Mint
Sarzameen first look: Ibrahim Ali Khan looks unrecognisable, outshines Kajol and Prithviraj
Sarzameen first look: The much-awaited first glimpse at Karan Johar's Dharma Production, Sarzameen is here. On Monday, JioHotstar dropped the first look of the patriotic film Sarzameen. It stars Kajol, Prithviraj Sukumaran and Ibrahim Ali Khan. In the over one-minute long video, Prithviraj Sukumaran debuts as an upright army officer. Set against the background of snow-capped mountains, of Kashmir, the video introduces Kajol as his emotional wife. As Prithviraj is ready to give it all for his country, Kajol worries about him. Saif Ali Khan's son Ibrahim Ali Khan who made his Bollywood debut with Netflix's Nadaaniyan, stunned in an intense, beefed up, rugged avatar. Sporting a bearded look, he is seen surrounded by man in pathani suits and fighting one of them. Towards the end, Ibrahim's character dons an army uniform and wields a gun at Prithviraj in the woods. The film will be release on July 25. Set against the tense and turbulent landscape of Kashmir, the film focuses on Vijay Menon (Prithviraj), a man driven by duty and marked by personal sacrifice. At home, Meera (Kajol), a wife and a mother, anchors the family with quiet strength and resilience. Harman (Ibrahim) is a young man battling with fragmented memories and painful revelations.
Hindustan Times
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Housefull 5 director Tarun Mansukhani says he took long break from movies due to 'expensive, unpleasant' divorce
Tarun Mansukhani was one of the most talked-about directors after making Dostana. However, the filmmaker didn't have a release for almost 10 years. The Housefull 5 director recently opened up about why he didn't work even after Abhishek Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra, and John Abraham were a massive hit. (Also read: Tarun Mansukhani defends Housefull 5 against claims of sexism, objectifying women: 'The actual plot is driven by women') In an interview with Just Too Filmy, Tarun revealed that although Dostana was a huge hit and opened many opportunities for him, he could not take up the projects because of turbulence in his personal life. "A lot happened in life. I went through a divorce. It wasn't a pleasant one. It was an expensive one for me, and life just took its own turns. I was not in a bandwidth or headspace to make a film. What I knew about that point in time is that I am in debt, and I don't need to sort that out. I didn't want to make a film, I'll make money or get paid for it. The moment I do that, it is tainted by that because I am making a film in fear. I am not going to be fun on that set either," Tarun said. Tarun ended his nine-year marriage to Karuna in 2014. The couple, who had been together since childhood, filed for divorce by mutual consent. According to reports, their relationship began to face difficulties in 2011, leading to them living apart since 2012. Despite efforts from friends and family to reconcile, their differences became irreconcilable. After Dostana, Tarun came back in 2019 and helmed Dharma Production's Drive, which starred Sushant Singh Rajput and Jacqueline Fernandez in lead roles. The film was criticised for its bad CGI, dubbing, and acting. Reportedly, Karan Johar was not happy with the film, which is why it didn't have a theatrical release and went straight to a Netflix release. "I stand by Drive. Shah Rukh sir said once that you will have many hits in your career. It is the one that didn't really work that becomes your favourite because at the end of the day, that is the little weak one in your house, and you want to hold it close and give all the padding you can," Tarun said. Tarun's Housefull 5, which stars Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh and Abhishek Bachchan, has crossed the ₹200 crore mark worldwide. Housefull 5 is the fifth instalment in a long-standing comedy franchise that began in 2010. It is produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under his banner, Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment.
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First Post
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Karan Johar's Dharma Productions issues statement after 'Homebound' cinematographer accused of sexual harassment: 'His engagement with us has been...'
Dharma Production, which produced 'Homebound', said Shah was a freelancer on the project and worked on it for a limited period of time read more A cinematographer, known for working on Vikramaditya Motwane's 'Jubilee' series and recently on Neeraj Ghaywan's 'Homebound', is at the centre of a major controversy over his alleged inappropriate behaviour. Accusations against cinematographer Pratik Shah surfaced on social media two days ago. Shah, who has deleted his Instagram account in the wake of the controversy, was unavailable when reached out for a comment. In response to the allegations, filmmaker Karan Johar's banner Dharma Production, which produced 'Homebound', said Shah was a freelancer on the project and worked on it for a limited period of time. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Their statement said, 'Mr. Pratik Shah was a freelancer on the project Homebound and was working on it for a limited period. His engagement with us has been completed. During this limited period, our internal committee for POSH didn't receive any complaints against him from any cast or crew on our film Homebound.' A filmmaker by the name of Abhinav Singh made the allegations and revealed some bone-chilling details about Shah. He said, 'Not a single man messaged to ask what happened, to listen, or to offer support. That silence is loud.' Singh added, 'Use your privilege to listen — really listen. Use your platform to ask difficult questions. Call out behaviour even when it's inconvenient. Do it not just for your mothers, daughters, and sisters — do it for your friends, colleagues, and peers. Being a man is not about 'being able to get it up.' Being a man — being human — is about showing up.' Filmmaker and writer Srishti Riya Jain shared a series of posts on her Instagram and said, 'He been on the prowl for the past four years.' 'To everyone pretending to act shocked, scandalised, and suddenly awoken from their slumber… THIS man worked on one of the 'most empathetic' films of the year — or so the interviews at Cannes claimed,' she wrote. With added inputs from agencies
Time of India
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ananya Panday's heartfelt tribute to dad Chunky Panday: 'He light up people's lives with his work'
Actress Ananya Panday paid a heartfelt tribute to her father, Chunky Panday during the 23rd edition of the Zee Cine Awards. The diva left her dad surprised with a heartfelt performance, which she had been planning with her mother, Bhavana Pandey . During the performance, Ananya was joined by Chunky as they tapped a foot together on his popular track, "Main Tera Tota" from the 1989 drama "Paap Ki Duniya". The father and daughter duo set the stage on fire with their scintillating chemistry. Their wholesome performance even left Bhavana teary-eyed. Talking about her special performance, Ananya said, "I've grown up watching my dad light up people's lives with his work, and this performance was my way of saying thank you - not just to him as an artist, but as the incredible father who's always been my biggest supporter. Mom and I had been planning this surprise for so long and keeping it, a secret wasn't easy! Every time I rehearsed at home, he'd walk by looking confused, wondering what I was up to. Seeing his reaction tonight made it all worth it. I'm just so grateful I could pull it off, and sharing the stage with him will always be one of the most special moments of my life. I want to thank Zee Cine Awards for giving me the chance to honour my dad in this way." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like A perfect start needs the perfect ride – Shine 125! Honda Learn More Undo While Ananya and Chunky have not shared screen space till now, it would be exciting to see the dynamic father and daughter pair together. Unfiltered Ananya Panday: Actress Shows Her Life Beyond Spotlight Work-wise, Ananya is gearing up for the release of Vivek Soni's "Chand Mera Dil," in which she has been paired opposite the 'Kill' actor Lakshya. The much-awaited drama is being backed by Karan Johar, Adar Poornawala, and Apoorva Mehta under the banner of Dharma Production. Additionally, Ananya will be reprising her role as Bella Chowdhary in the second season of her popular series, "Call Me Bae". The series will see Gurfateh Pirzada, Vir Das, Varun Sood, Vihaan Samat, Muskkaan Jaferi, Niharika Lyra Dutt, and Mini Mathur in key roles, along with others. 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
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Janhvi Kapoor addresses trolls calling her 'plastic' at Cannes 2025: 'Who cares?'
Janhvi Kapoor's appearances at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 have been widely circulated online, and a specific behind-the-scenes video has garnered significant attention. In this video, the actress, while preparing for her glamorous looks at the prestigious event, was seen in a playful mood, enjoying quick bites of food while getting her makeup done. During this moment, she confidently declared, "I look mesmerising. I look breathtaking. I cannot wait to eat. They are going to say it is plastic, but who cares?" This remark served as a clear dig at online trolls who often refer to her as "plastic." Previously addressed trolling as a "Privileged Problem" This isn't the first time Janhvi Kapoor has addressed online criticism. In a previous conversation on Dharma Production's YouTube channel with Karan Johar, the actress admitted that she often thinks about trolls and that such negativity has been a part of her life for as long as she can remember. Despite acknowledging that obsessing over it is unhealthy, she has tried not to let it deeply affect her. She candidly stated, "In my head, it is always like other people have it much worse. And it seems kind of phoney for me to sit here and be like, 'I got trolled. It's hard.' It does not seem like a real enough problem because it is not a relatable enough problem for the common man, and it is a privileged problem." Khushi Kapoor's openness about cosmetic procedures Janhvi's sister, Khushi Kapoor, has also faced criticism regarding cosmetic procedures. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo During the promotions for her film Loveyapa, Khushi sat down for a candid interview with Curly Tales where she openly confessed to having undergone a nose job and fillers. She expressed her vocalness about it, stating she doesn't believe there's anything wrong with such procedures. Khushi remarked, "I don't think it's such a big deal. I feel like this term is 'plastic plastic'. People think it's the biggest insult you can give someone." Janhvi Kapoor's fashion triumph at Cannes 2025 Janhvi Kapoor made her debut at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, attending the screening of her film Homebound in the prestigious Un Certain Regard section. She certainly capitalized on the opportunity, impressing fashion critics and fans alike with a series of stylish looks. For her initial red-carpet appearance, Janhvi opted for a custom soft pink Tarun Tahiliani dress, featuring a corset bodice, a unique ghoonghat-like hood, and a long skirt, accessorized with pearl jewelry. On the second day, for her film's screening, she chose a flowy, backless gown by Anamika Khanna, which showcased intricate breastplate-styled zari work and a jade-jadao necklace on the back. She continued her fashion streak by wearing an elegant white saree with wet drapery, further cementing her status as a style icon at the event. 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 .
