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India Today
9 hours ago
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Shilpa Shetty hesitant to work in Malayalam films, says won't be able to do justice
Actor Shilpa Shetty opened up about her reluctance to take up roles in the Malayalam film industry. She named Malayalam cinema as an intimidating space for her during a recent media interaction in Kochi for the teaser launch of her upcoming Kannada film, 'KD – The Devil'. The actor made the confession while sharing her thoughts on working in various Indian cinema have worked in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada, apart from Hindi cinema. I have been offered a few movies in Malayalam, but I have never said yes to them, because I am scared," Shilpa said during the her hesitation, Shetty expressed her admiration for the way Malayalam cinema handles emotional narratives, which she finds both impressive and daunting. "I love Malayalam cinema, and I am amazed at the way this industry handles emotions. I never felt sure if I could do justice to my role if I acted in this industry. But let me see, maybe I will do a Malayalam film one day," she added. The 50-year-old then responded to a question about which actors she would be interested in working with in the Malayalam industry. "Mohanlal. He is amazing. He looks the same, and he is one of the most amazing actors in Indian cinema," she also shared her fondness for the 1984 Malayalam film 'Nokkethadhoorathu Kannum Nattu,' directed by Fazil, which she regards as one of her favourites. The film, known for its emotional depth and narrative complexity, starred Padmini, Nadhiya Moidu, and Mohanlal, and was later remade in other languages, including the Hindi version 'Paayal' in upcoming film 'KD – The Devil,' is an action-packed Kannada drama directed by Prem. It features actor Dhruva Sarja in the lead role, alongside an ensemble cast that includes Sanjay Dutt, Reeshma Nanaiah, V. Ravichandran, and Ramesh music has been composed by Arjun Janya, with cinematography by William David and editing by Sanketh Achar. The official release date for the film is yet to be announced.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Shilpa Shetty
Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
Sanjay Dutt expresses disappointment over his small role in Thalapathy Vijay's ‘Leo': 'Lokesh Kanagaraj wasted me'
Veteran Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt, who has seamlessly ventured into South Indian cinema in recent years, stirred conversation at the teaser launch of his upcoming Kannada gangster drama 'KD – The Devil. ' According to the coverage, while discussing his latest film, Dutt opened up about a lingering disappointment from his time working on director Lokesh Kanagaraj's Tamil blockbuster Leo, starring Thalapathy Vijay. Dutt's honest critique of Kanagaraj's decision When asked about his collaboration with Kanagaraj, Dutt didn't mince words, 'I worked with Thalapathy Vijay and I loved working with him. However, I am angry with Lokesh because he didn't give me a big role. He wasted me.' These comments come as a surprise to fans who had previously seen camaraderie between the two artists. Dutt had earlier praised Kanagaraj on social media, referring to him as 'my brother for life.' Wasted potential or understated presence? In 'Leo,' Dutt played the character Antony Das, the father of Vijay's character named Parthiban. While his brief appearance added extra to the emotional weight of the film's storyline, fans and critics both noted that his screen time and character development were limited, especially given the hype surrounding his involvement. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why seniors are rushing to get this Internet box – here's why! Techno Mag Learn More Undo Streaming success vs. creative satisfaction The film was released in theaters on the month of October 19, 2023, and is currently streaming on the famous OTT platform Netflix, which will reach a global audience. Despite its success, Dutt's comments highlighted an important conversation in cinema: balancing star power with meaningful roles. His blunt honesty emphasizes the artistic expectations veteran actors bring to the table, even in blockbuster settings. Respect for Tamil icons remains undiminished Despite his grievance, Dutt spoke warmly about the legends of Tamil cinema: 'Rajini sir and Kamal sir, I respect them a lot. They are my seniors, I look up to them, and I learn from them. I worked with Rajini sir in Hindi movies multiple times, and he is such a humble person.' He also shared his admiration for Ajith Kumar, calling him a close friend, and expressed enthusiasm for upcoming releases like Rajinikanth's Coolie and Kamal Haasan's Thug Life.
India Today
2 days ago
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- India Today
Sanjay Dutt on Leo: Loved working with Thalapathy Vijay but Lokesh wasted me
Veteran actor Sanjay Dutt, who continues to make his mark in pan-India projects, recently expressed disappointment over his role in Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Leo'. The actor candidly spoke about feeling underused by the director in the Thalapathy the press meet for his upcoming Kannada film 'KD – The Devil' in Chennai, Sanjay Dutt spoke about his experience working on 'Leo'. "I worked with Thalapathy Vijay and I loved it. But I'm angry with Lokesh Kanagaraj because he didn't give me a big role in 'Leo'. He wasted me," the actor said with a smile, subtly conveying his warmly about his admiration for Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, the actor said, 'Rajni sir and Kamal sir, I respect them a lot. They are my seniors, and I look up to them. I've worked with Rajni sir in multiple films and he's one of the most humble people I've ever met. I also love Ajith sir. We're close friends. I've watched a lot of Rajni sir's films, and I'm looking forward to 'Coolie'.' At another promotional event, when asked about the box office clash between his upcoming films 'The Raja Saab' and 'Dhurandhar', both scheduled to release on December 5, 2025, the actor responded, 'I don't want the films to clash and I hope they don't.'Here's the teaser: Meanwhile, 'KD – The Devil', directed by Prem of 'Jogi' fame, has been creating buzz ever since the teaser was released. The film stars Dhruva Sarja in the lead, along with Sanjay Dutt, Shilpa Shetty, Reeshma Nanaiah, Ramesh Aravind, and Ravichandran in key roles.- EndsMust Watch
Hans India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Bollywood has lost its passion: Sanjay Dutt
Veteran actor Sanjay Dutt, who will be seen playing the antagonist in the upcoming pan-India action film KD – The Devil, was in Hyderabad for the grand teaser launch of the film. Directed by Prem and headlined by Dhruva Sarja, the event saw Dutt speaking candidly about the evolving film industries in India, especially the contrast he observes between Bollywood and South Indian cinema. Taking the stage alongside the cast and crew, Dutt didn't shy away from expressing admiration for the South's unwavering commitment to craft. 'What I'm taking back with me is the passion I saw here in Telugu cinema… something Bollywood has sadly lost,' said the Munna Bhai MBBS star. 'Here, it's not about chasing numbers. It's about making meaningful, powerful cinema, and that's what I miss back in Mumbai.' Reflecting on his illustrious career, Dutt recalled working with cinematic legends like Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Sanjeev Kumar, and Dilip Kumar. 'Back then, it was the story, the script, the music that mattered most. Everyone involved had a say. Today, it's just numbers written on paper — not the kind of storytelling we once cherished,' he remarked. Sharing an anecdote from a past collaboration with Mahesh Manjrekar, Dutt said, 'We shot for three days straight, without a break. That was the passion we all shared. That's what made filmmaking magical.' KD – The Devil, produced by KVN Productions, is being mounted on a grand scale as a commercial action entertainer. With Sanjay Dutt's powerful presence and Dhruva Sarja in the lead, the film will release in Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam, promising a high-octane experience for audiences across the country.
India Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Sanjay Dutt on The Raja Saab and Dhurandhar clash: I hope they don't
Actor Sanjay Dutt, who has been part of multiple pan-India ventures in recent years, is gearing up for a busy 2025 with over three big-budget releases lined up. Among them are 'The Raja Saab' alongside Prabhas and 'Dhurandhar' with Ranveer Singh, both currently slated to hit theatres on the same date. When asked about the potential box-office clash, the actor expressed his displeasure, stating that he hopes the films do not release on the same at the teaser launch event of his upcoming Kannada film 'KD – The Devil', Dutt addressed the potential box-office clash between the two films. 'It's amazing. Two different kinds of roles I'm playing. 'Dhurandhar' is different, and 'The Raja Saab' is different. I don't want the films to clash, and I hope they don't. Every film has its own journey,' he on his collaboration with Prabhas and his experience working in Telugu cinema, he added, 'I'm trying to learn Telugu because I'm doing a film with Prabhas. He makes me eat a lot! He's one of the most amazing people and a great actor. I love Chiranjeevi sir, he did Munna Bhai here. I share a great relationship with him.' Dutt also offered a candid comparison between Bollywood and the Telugu film industry. 'I take back the passion which Bollywood has lost. I hope it returns. I miss the passion for making good films back home. Everything has become about numbers in Bollywood, but it should be about passion," he by Aditya Dhar, 'Dhurandhar' features an ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Akshaye Khanna. Meanwhile, The Raja Saab, helmed by Maruthi, stars Boman Irani, Malavika Mohanan, and Nidhhi Agerwal. Both films are currently slated to hit theatres on December 5, Dutt expressed his love for the team of 'KD - The Devil' at the teaser launch held in Mumbai on Thursday. At the same event, the makers of KD – The Devil unveiled the film's teaser. Directed by Prem of 'Jogi' fame, the film stars Dhruva Sarja in the lead, with Sanjay Dutt, Shilpa Shetty, Reeshma Nanaiah, Ramesh Aravind, and Ravichandran in key roles.- Ends
