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Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Aamir Khan confirms he's set to begin work on 'Mahabharat' from August, says he won't cast any known faces
Aamir Khan has often spoken about 'Mahabharat' as his dream project. It's been many years since Aamir is dreaming about it but has always maintained that it's a huge responsibility. He has admitted that he's taking his own time because he doesn't really want to go wrong with it as it would hurt sentiments. Meanwhile, now in a recent interview, Aamir has confirmed that he will finally begin work on it from next month. He said in an interview with Screen, "Well, I'm starting work on it in the month of August. It will be a series of films. It'll be back to back. Because you can't tell the Mahabharat in just one film. And you know, the Mahabharat is very dangerous. It's again a story which is in my blood. No one can do anything about it. I need to tell it. So I'm starting work on it." When further asked about the casting, he said, "I don't plan to take any known faces in the film. For me, the characters are the stars. I want unknown faces. There'll be entirely new cast for it, is what I'm thinking." Earlier, when Aamir was asked about the character he would love to play in 'Mahabharat', he had said he's really impressed with Lord Krishna. "The character of Krishna inspires me—that's the character I truly love.' Aamir said at the India@2047 Summit hosted by ABP Live, "Actually… mujhe Krishna ka kirdaar bohot hi prabhavit karta hai… I'm very inspired by him. So that's a character I really love (Actually… I find the character of Krishna deeply impactful… I'm very inspired by him. So that's a character I really love)" However, he added further, "Kyunki yeh bohot bada project hai, toh main kuch badi cheezein bolna nahi cha raha hoon (Since this is such a big project, I don't want to say anything major right now). "
Fashion Network
08-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Raymond Group's Gautam Hari Singhania calls for Khadi promotion, optimistic about Indian textile industry growth
Raymond Group's chairman and managing director Gautam Hari Singhania highlighted the importance of promoting khadi and harnessing India's textile legacy to drive future growth at the recent India @2047 Summit hosted by ABP Network. Speaking on the theme 'The Fabric of India: Strength and Sustainability,' Singhania reflected on the country's historical role in global textile trade. 'Khadi needs more push," said Singhania, the business reported in a press release. "There is so much talent in that space. I admire what they are doing... I also think the mindset around ethnic wear is changing, we are finally starting to wear our own with pride.' Singhania also emphasised the present opportunity for India in global textile trade. 'This is the most opportune time for the Indian textile industry," said the executive. "We just need to stay one step ahead." Singhania cited global shifts and increasing sourcing challenges faced by countries like China as further opportunities for growth. Marking Raymond's centenary, Singhania shared, 'Raymond completes 100 years this year. Our fabrics travel to 55 countries today, representing the modern era of India's manufacturing strength... Raymond is a national asset. We nurture the brand like we would a child.' Singhania concluded his speech with a broader industry outlook: 'India ranks fifth globally in the textile segment and the industry is the second-largest employer in the country. We have all the right elements to become a global textile powerhouse.'
The Hindu
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Aamir Khan expresses interest in playing Lord Krishna in planned Mahabharat adaptation
Aamir Khan has once again expressed his interest in adapting the Mahabharata, calling it a long-cherished dream. Speaking at the India@2047 Summit hosted by ABP Live, the actor described the epic as a project he has wanted to pursue for years, though he acknowledged the challenges involved. 'Yeh mera sapna hai ke main bana paun Mahabharata, lekin bohot mushkil sapna hai woh (It's my dream that I'm able to bring the Mahabharata to life, but it's hard to pull off)' Khan said. 'Mahabharata will never let you down… but you might let Mahabharata down,' he added. Khan confirmed that the adaptation is being developed as a large-scale franchise, potentially spanning several films. He revealed that different directors may handle various parts of the project due to its scale, and that he may not direct it himself. When asked about which role he would want to play, Khan said he is particularly drawn to Lord Krishna. 'Mujhe Krishna ka kirdaar bahot hi prabhavit karta hai (The character of Krishna captivates me)… I'm very inspired by him,' he said. However, he emphasised that it's too early to make any firm announcements. 'Main kuch badi cheezein bolna nahi chah raha hoon (I don't want to make tall claims just yet,)' he added. Casting for the project, Khan said, will be based strictly on suitability for each role. 'We'll see who we should cast based on who's appropriate for which part,' he told The Hollywood Reporter.
News18
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Aamir Khan Says He'd Like To Play Lord Krishna In Mahabharat: 'I'm Inspired By Him'
Last Updated: Aamir Khan discussed his dream project, Mahabharata, at a recent Summit. Aamir Khan has often spoken about Mahabharata, his long-standing dream project. Every now and then, rumours about the film emerges, only to die down. The superstar recently spoke about the film adaption of the epic. At the India@2047 Summit hosted by ABP Live, he said that the project remains very close to his heart. 'Yeh mera sapna hai ke main bana paun Mahabharat, lekin bohot mushkil sapna hai woh… (It is my dream to make the Mahabharat, but it's a very difficult dream…) see, Mahabharat will never let you down… but you might let Mahabharat down," he said. Earlier this month, he confirmed that the project will be a big franchise, with different directors working on various parts. When asked which character he'd like to play, Aamir said, 'Actually… mujhe Krishna ka kirdaar bahot hi prabhavit karta hai… I'm very inspired by him. So that's a character I really love (I find the character of Krishna deeply impactful. So that's a character I really love)." He added, 'Kyunki yeh bahot bada project hai, toh main kuch badi cheezein bolna nahi chah raha hoon (Since this is such a big project, I don't want to say anything major right now)." Speaking of the casting, Aamir Khan recently told The Hollywood Reporter that the team will pick actors based on who fits each role. 'We'll see who we should cast based on who's appropriate for which part," he clarified. He also shared that he may not direct the film himself because it's a big project and will need several films to tell the full story. 'I don't think you can tell the Mahabharat in one film, so it will be multiple films. I am looking at the large scale." Noting that it maybe a multi-director project, he added, 'It's too early to say, but we may need multiple directors." First Published:
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First Post
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Aamir Khan wants to play Lord Krishna in Mahabharat: 'I find the character...'
Aamir Khan recently spoke about adapting the epic and revealed which character he wants to play in Mahabharat read more Mr Perfectionist of Bollywood, Aamir Khan, has often been seen talking about his long-standing project, Mahabharat. The megastar recently spoke about adapting the epic and revealed which character he wants to play in it. 'Yeh mera sapna hai ke main bana paun Mahabharat, lekin bohot mushkil sapna hai woh… (It is my dream to make the Mahabharat, but it's a very difficult dream…) see, Mahabharat will never let you down… but you might let Mahabharat down," Aamir said at the India@2047 Summit hosted by ABP Live. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD When questioned about which character he'd like to play, Aamir replied, 'Actually… mujhe Krishna ka kirdaar bahot hi prabhavit karta hai… I'm very inspired by him. So that's a character I really love (I find the character of Krishna deeply impactful. So that's a character I really love)." He added, 'Kyunki yeh bahot bada project hai, toh main kuch badi cheezein bolna nahi chah raha hoon (Since this is such a big project, I don't want to say anything major right now). Recently, the actor also spoke about the casting in the film and said that the team will pick the actors based on who fits the bill. We'll see who we should cast based on who's appropriate for which part," he told The Hollywood Reporter. 'I don't think you can tell the Mahabharat in one film, so it will be multiple films. I am looking at the large scale," Aamir shared adding, 'It's too early to say, but we may need multiple directors." On the professional front, Aamir Khan is gearing up for the release of Sitaare Zameen Par. Directed by R. S. Prasanna, the film will mark the debut of 10 actors - Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Also starring Genelia Deshmukh in a prominent role, it is set to hit the screens on 20th June.
