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India.com
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Not Shah Rukh Khan, this superstar was supposed to feature with Aishwarya Rai in iconic scene of..., he is...
In the early 2000s, a film arrived that blended grandeur, emotion, and star power like never before. With a magnetic lead pair whose chemistry lit up the screen, the story unfolded across generations, bound by love, duty, and heartbreak. Supported by some of the industry's most iconic performers, this cinematic saga became more than just a film, it became an emotion for its audience. Released in 2002, the movie didn't just offer a narrative but created unforgettable moments, dialogues, and visuals that still resonate. The 2002 Iconic Film Devdas Here we are talking about drama romance 'Devdas,' which is counted among iconic films and its evergreen songs are hummed by people of every generation. Shah Rukh and Aishwarya left their mark with their sizzling chemistry in the film. Especially in the song More Piya. However, the surprising thing is that in one of the most beautiful scenes of that song, Aishwarya was with Salman Khan and not SRK. How Salman Khan Became Part Of Devdas Salman Khan was present on the sets of Devdas even after his break-up with Aishwarya Rai. After acting in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, an intense and turbulent relationship began between Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai. Bollywood film critic Anupama Chopra has mentioned an incident that happened on the sets involving Salman and Aishwarya in her book King of Bollywood: Shahrukh Khan and the Seductive World of Indian Cinema. In her book, Anupama said that on the day Shah Rukh and Aishwarya were shooting for the song 'More Piya,' Salman was present on the set. In one scene, 'Devdas' had to remove a thorn from 'Paro's' feet. It was a romantic scene, which was filmed very beautifully. This particular shot was a close-up shot, in which the faces of both the stars were not visible. When Shah Rukh and Aishwarya were shooting this scene, Salman went ahead and started showing Shah Rukh how to do it. Aishwarya Rai and Salman Khan's Last On-Screen Appearance Meanwhile, Sanjay Leela Bhansali kept the camera rolling while Salman was removing the thorn from Aishwarya aka 'Paro's' feet. The moment was adorable as it was the last time the ex-couple of Bollywood was together on the sets. Meanwhile, a close-up shot of Salman and Aishwarya made it to the final cut of the film and it was the last time they were seen together on screen, albeit for a few seconds of the song. Devdas was selected as India's entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 75th Academy Awards. It was picked by the Film Federation of India (FFI) instead of the fantasy movie Agni Varsha, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham…, Mondo Meyer Upakhyan, Saanjhbatir Roopkathara, Kannathil Muthamittal, and The Legend of Bhagat Singh.
Express Tribune
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Hania Aamir starring in Sardaar Ji 3 as India release blocked
Listen to article Pakistani actor Hania Aamir's Indian film debut, Sardaar Ji 3, will not see a theatrical release in India following renewed tensions between Islamabad and New Delhi. The film, co-starring Indian singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh and Neeru Bajwa, is scheduled to release overseas on June 27, but will not hit cinemas in India. Hania Aamir's casting was confirmed following speculation that she had been dropped amid backlash from Indian film bodies and right-wing groups. Read: Hania Aamir may be replaced in Sardaar Ji 3: reports The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) and the Film Federation of India had reportedly urged the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to block the film's release due to her involvement. The pressure followed the April 22 Pahalgam attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), which left 26 people dead and reignited bans on Pakistani celebrities in Indian media. While neither Hania nor Diljit publicly addressed the rumours at that time, fans speculated about her continued involvement after she was missing from early posters and teasers. A behind-the-scenes photo shared by Dosanjh sparked renewed curiosity, and the official trailer released this weekend confirmed her leading role as a ghostbuster. Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated sharply in May, Pakistan Air Force shot down six Indian jets in retaliation for missile strikes on its territory. The conflict also disrupted several Indo-Pakistani film projects. Pakistani actor Fawad Khan's film Abir Gulaal, co-starring Vaani Kapoor, faced a ban. Posters featuring Pakistani stars Mahira Khan and Mawra Hocane were also removed from Bollywood movie posters on streaming platforms. Read more: Spotify India, OTT platforms pull Pakistani music after govt ban Instagram restricted access in India to the accounts of several Pakistani celebrities including Mahira Khan, Hania Aamir, and Ali Zafar following a legal request citing content regulation. Read more: 'Ro Doongi': Hania Aamir reacts to Indian fans dodging ban Indian users attempting to view their profiles received a message stating: 'Account not available in India. This is because we complied with a legal request to restrict this content.' Photo: ScreenGrab Hania received strong support from peers and fans. Celebrities including Mahira Khan, Mehwish Hayat, Zara Noor Abbas and Yasir Hussain praised her perseverance. Photo: ScreenGrab Yasir Hussain noted the film holds 'historic value' due to Aamir's presence despite diplomatic tensions.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Riwk Jaiswal's debut film unveiled at Cannes
Riwk Jaiswal Kolkata-born Riwk Jaiswal made a powerful mark at the 78th Cannes Film Festival with the poster launch of his debut feature film, Bridge to Eutopia . A theatre actor turned filmmaker, Jaiswal brings raw, unfiltered realism to the screen in a story that revolves around a madwoman who unexpectedly becomes pregnant. Her journey of struggle, rejection, and survival forms the emotional core of the film. The poster, unveiled by veteran actor Anupam Kher, filmmaker Sudipto Sen, and producer and Film Federation of India president Ravi Kottakara, features the woman and a child—symbols of those forgotten voices that exist within Kolkata but are rarely heard. ' Bridge To Eutopia is not just a film—it's the voice from the unheard of society that must be explored,' Jaiswal said at the launch. 'Launching the poster at Cannes gives the film the global presence it deserves.' Rooted in the slums of Kolkata, the film's cast includes children from the very communities it portrays. Jaiswal, who began his career in theatre before moving to the screen, personally conducted acting workshops in these slums, nurturing local talent to bring authenticity to the narrative. After years of working as a junior actor, Jaiswal's transition behind the camera is both inspiring and hard-earned. 'It's a moment of humble celebration,' he shared. 'The journey has been long, but it's been driven by sheer hard work and the blessings of the universe.' Bridge to Eutopia is already generating buzz as a deeply symbolic and socially resonant debut—one that positions Jaiswal as a bold new voice in Indian independent cinema.
Mint
04-06-2025
- Business
- Mint
Single screens rebel as revenue model puts Telugu cinema on edge
The Telugu film industry may have avoided a strike by single-screen theatres this month across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, but the issue is far from resolved. Single-screen cinemas are pushing for a shift from the minimum guarantee (MG) or rental-based model to a percentage-sharing arrangement, like the one enjoyed by multiplexes. Currently, single screens not only have to pay MGs to play films but also take home a meagre 10% of the box office, while multiplexes retain around 50%, with the larger chunk still going to distributors. This issue is especially crucial in the south, where single-screen theatres continue to operate in large numbers—unlike in the northern states—and drive substantial box office earnings. According to media consulting firm Ormax, Telugu films grossed ₹2,348 crore in 2024, contributing 20% of India's total box office. Trade experts estimate that over 80% of this revenue in the south comes from single-screen cinemas. Also read: Independent producers, boutique studios veer towards regional cinema for big gains 'There is no way single screen cinemas can survive if this continues. It is an unfortunate situation where distributors are acting very high handed and demand the commitment of MGs from single screens only who eventually earn 10-15% of what the film makes in their cinema, while multiplexes take home 50%," said Yusuf Shaikh, business head of feature films at Percept Pictures. Shaikh, who is also a committee member of the Film Federation of India, added that strong associations back single-screen operators in the south and the issue will likely be raised in other states like Maharashtra. Also read: The rise of Hollywood-style cinematic universes in southern films Cinemas under threat A single-screen theatre owner, who did not wish to be named, said, 'The loss is the producers' whose films may not release wide if theatres don't agree, but they don't seem to realise this." The owner warned that many small cinemas are shutting down, and the trend could accelerate. 'This is a time when India needs more second tier cinemas, which can operate at low costs in smaller markets. That is the only way for screen penetration to improve. This should force the industry to rethink else it is easy for owners to switch to other businesses or exit," the person added. Despite lower ticket rates, single-screen cinemas often match multiplex earnings due to higher footfalls. For instance, a major release that earns ₹60-65 lakh in a theatre might result in multiplexes earning ₹30 lakh, while the single screen takes home only ₹10 lakh. 'Such terms are outdated and leave nothing for the exhibitor. This is as good as asking the single screen to shut shop," said independent exhibitor Vishek Chauhan. Also read: Back to basics: PVR Inox to tap into underserved regions of India with low-cost cinemas for growth
Mint
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Laapataa Ladies: Bihar-based Instagram influencer recreating scenes; Nitanshi Goel reacts
Bihar-based Instagram influencer Ankit Jha has gone viral for recreating popular scenes from Kiran Rao's film Laapataa Ladies. Shared on his Instagram page @pixel_wale_jhaji, his video has received over 1 lakh views and lots of praise online. The video also features Aditi Prakash while it was apparently shot by Divyansh Swaraj. The video recreates the iconic dialogue 'English bol ke dikhaiye (Should I speak in English?)'. It instantly caught fans' attention. The content creator carefully matched the film's expressions, outfits and settings. The recreation showed a strong dedication to detail. What makes his efforts more interesting is that the video was noticed by Laapataa Ladies actress Nitanshi Goel. The 17-year-old, who earlier became the youngest to win Best Actress at the IIFA Awards 2025 for her role as Phool Kumari, reacted with a cherry blossom flower emoji in the comments. The emoji is typically used to express love. 'Humara kaam aap tak pahuch gaya (Our work has reached you),' wrote Ankit. 'Phool ne Phool bheja hai guyzzz …Aapka bahut bahut dhanywaad,' commented another. Another user reacted, 'Your comment is more important for our team for increasing courage.' 'Dear team, I want to take a moment to say—truly outstanding work! You've done an amazing job,' remarked another user. Another wrote, 'A very big congratulations to the entire team to pull off this kind of content with limited sources.' 'This felt like something straight out of a proper indie film. Loved how natural and honest it all looked. You've really made something special here,' came from another. Another Instagram user appreciated the work, 'On point. Every take, acting, makeup doesn't look like recreate. So perfectly done.' Laapataa Ladies was India's official entry for the Oscar 2025. The Film Federation of India (FFI) chose the movie produced by Aamir Khan among a list of 29 films. Other movies in the consideration included Payal Kapadia's widely-acclaimed movie, All We Imagine As Light. Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Animal, starring Ranbir Kapoor, was also among the shortlisted movies. At the 97th Academy Awards, Laapataa Ladies did not make the final shortlist of 15 films. In March, Nitanshi Goel dedicated her IIFA award to her mother. "I dedicate this to my mom, to everyone who loved Phool, to those who accepted me--Nitanshi and Phool. A special thanks to Kiran (Rao) ma'am, Aamir (Khan) sir, and the entire team of Laapataa Ladies. And, of course, the universe for making this happen," she said in her speech.
