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NDTV
10 hours ago
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10 Years Of Masaan: Vicky Kaushal Recalls Fond Memories Of His Debut Film, Says "Feels Like Yesterday"
Mumbai: Vicky Kaushal took to social media to celebrate 10 years of his debut film, Masaan. The Sanju actor shared heartfelt memories from the project that marked a turning point in his career. He took to Instagram to share a carousel of throwback pictures from Masaan with the cast and crew. He captioned it, "Feels like yesterday." The opening frame of the carousel had a text message which read, "It's been a decade. So much to learn, so much to you for everything. Musafir hai hum bhi, musafir ho tum bhi. Kisi modh pe phir mulaakat hogi." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vicky Kaushal (@vickykaushal09) The 2015 drama marked the acting debut of Vicky Kaushal and the directorial debut of Neeraj Ghaywan. The film also starred Richa Chadda in the lead role. The movie was showcased in the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival, where it won two awards. It was later screened at the first New York Dalit Film and Cultural Festival, along with films like Pariyerum Perumal, Kaala, and Fandry. Since its release, the film has gained cult status and continues to be celebrated for its powerful storytelling. The story of Masaan revolved around four individuals in Varanasi, each dealing with their own struggles related to love, grief, and social pressures. It followed a low-caste boy in love with an upper-caste girl, a daughter dealing with guilt after a tragic encounter, a father facing moral challenges, and a child longing for a family. Their lives came together along the ghats of the Ganges, as they all tried to break free from the restrictions of their small-town society. Meanwhile, Vicky Kaushal's most recent appearance was in the historical drama Chhaava, where he portrayed Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The action drama also featured Ashutosh Rana, Akshaye Khanna, Rashmika Mandanna, and Diana Penty, among others. The movie was released on February 14, 2025 and went on to become the highest-grossing Indian film of the year, as well as the top-grossing Hindi film of 2025.
India Today
12 hours ago
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- India Today
As Masaan turns 10, Shweta Tripathi discusses why it's relevance will never fade
Tu kisi rail si guzarti hai, main kisi pull sa thartharata hoon! These lines stay with you when you watch director Neeraj Ghaywan's hit film, 'Masaan'. The film, starring Richa Chadha, Vicky Kaushal, and Shweta Tripathi in the lead, created a tapestry of bruised and broken lives set against a 5,000-year-old backdrop: the city of Varanasi (Banaras). As the movie clocked a decade, Shweta Tripathi looked back on her journey with the film in an exclusive interaction with talking to us, the actor got nostalgic and shared how the film remains socially relevant even after 10 years. Tripathi, who marked her debut with the movie, said, 'The film is socially relevant, it was relevant in the past, it's relevant today, and it will continue to be relevant in the future because we bring about change through art and storytelling. It's important to keep doing this, whether it's creating cracks where needed or filling them to heal; the idea is to make people feel. I consider this an ongoing process, and I feel lucky, happy, blessed, and all things amazing that 'Masaan' chose me. This is something I deeply believe in.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shweta Tripathi (@battatawada) She added, 'Our society still has this common mindset - if a woman talks about pleasure, the reaction is very different. Pleasure, after all, is such a natural and beautiful thing. Devi's (Richa Chadha) character simply wants to explore that curiosity, yet she's punished for it. Back then, I had no idea about everything we were trying to portray in the movie, which is why I love my younger self.'The actor, who portrayed Vicky Kaushal's love interest, Shalu, in the film, fondly recalled the moment they learned about the movie's premiere at the Cannes International Film Festival and the overwhelming love it would go on to receive.'We were in Varanasi when we got the news, and it was introducing Vicky Kaushal and Shweta Tripathi to the big screen. First love is first love, but jo hota hai (whatever happens), we were very calm. We didn't know what to expect, and then just the wave of love and appreciation that came, everything is really special for us,' she added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shweta Tripathi (@battatawada)Tripathi laughed, reminisced about the beautiful phase of her career, and got emotional in the interview. The actor went on to play prominent roles in projects like 'Mirzapur' and 'Raat Akeli Hai' after 'Masaan' reflected on one of the prominent scenes from the film. It was filmed alongside Kaushal and pictured the two enjoying a local said, "'Masaan' is like that laal gubbara (a symbol of innocent, budding love in the scene) throughout my life. In fact, in that scene (the fair), we performed without looking at our dialogues. I understood Shalu. Every day, I used to wear bangles and bindi - I became Shalu. I even got attached to poetry because of Shalu, because she was introduced to the same in the film.'While 'Masaan' shows a city wrapped in traditions, and also makes several cinematic commentaries on love, class and culture, it also remains a poignant take on love that's innocent and resilient. The film's story unfolds along India's sacred river Ganga, following four individuals bound by a rigid moral code as they confront societal award-winning film weaves together two heart-wrenching tales, focusing on Deepak (Vicky Kaushal), who falls in love with an upper-caste girl, Devi (Richa Chadha). It also features Sanjay Mishra, Pankaj Tripathi and Vineet Kumar, among others, in important roles. The film was written by Varun Grover, and produced by Anurag Kashyap.- Ends IN THIS STORY#Vicky Kaushal
India Today
12 hours ago
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- India Today
Vicky Kaushal celebrates 10 years of Masaan: So much to learn, to grow
A decade after 'Masaan' quietly redefined the grammar of Indian indie cinema, Vicky Kaushal marked the film's 10th anniversary with a moving tribute that was equal parts gratitude and a series of behind-the-scenes moments on Instagram - including candid shots with co-star Shweta Tripathi, director Neeraj Ghaywan, and other members of the crew - Vicky reflected on how far he's come since his been a decade! So much to learn, so much to grow. Thank you for everything. Musafir hain hum bhi, musafir ho tum bhi. Kisi mod par phir mulaakat hogi," he wrote, quoting lines that echoed the soul of the film. Take a look at the screenshots of his post here: Photo: Instagram/Vicky Kaushal Photo: Instagram/Vicky Kaushal Photo: Instagram/Vicky Kaushal Released in 2015, 'Masaan' was more than just a starting point for Vicky - it was a quiet revolution in storytelling. Premiering at the Cannes Film Festival and winning two prestigious awards, the film carved a new space for rooted, poignant narratives in Hindi Shweta Tripathi also shared an adorable reel, celebrating the the reel here: 'Masaan's story unfolds in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. It intertwines two separate narratives that eventually converge. In addition to Vicky Kaushal, the film's ensemble cast includes Richa Chadha, Shweta Tripathi, Sanjay Mishra, and Pankaj up, Vicky Kaushal was last seen in 'Chhaava', a blockbuster of 2025. He is currently prepping for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Love and War', co-starring Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt.- EndsMust Watch
India Today
12 hours ago
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- India Today
10 years of Masaan, film that gave us brilliantly restrained actor like Vicky Kaushal
Actor Vicky Kaushal's 'Masaan' (2015) established him as an unconventional actor with widespread relatability. Even though the film had a serious theme, Kaushal stood out for his grounded and nuanced portrayal as Deepak Kumar. His mannerisms and acting prowess appealed to the audiences, who appreciated his from being a groundbreaking film, the Neeraj Pandey directorial also set the bar for Kaushal's performances in his future projects. The presentation of issues like caste discrimination, patriarchy, misogyny and heartbreak in a society divided by orthodox norms was the core of 'Masaan'. These topics reflect on the relevance of the film and why it has aged a movie's impact is not just evaluated on the basis of pop-culture hysteria, critical acclamation or box office success, but also how it affects the actors' craft. The evolution of Kaushal, actors Shweta Tripathi and Richa Chadha post 'Masaan' is a testament to their artistic finesse and passion for cinema. As the indie film marks 10 years of its release, a glimpse into how it shaped Kaushal as a restrained actor. Vicky Kaushal emerges as a promising talent'Masaan', which symbolises the crematorium, features Kaushal as Deepak, a civil engineering student at a polytechnic college in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. The actor imbibes the character of a vulnerable youth struggling with his career while navigating love in a society divided by class struggles. He plays, with the utmost ease through subtle nuances, a young man from the marginalised Dom family involved in cremating dead bodies at Ghats for doesn't make a social statement with 'Masaan' through long monologues or heated debates, but situations that throw light on the contemporary realities of modern India. Kaushal and Ghaywan strike a brilliant creative partnership in a movie where the holy city of Varanasi almost becomes a third character. Kaushal brings out the pain, anguish, intensity and playfulness of a young man who has loved and lost amid bearing the burden of societal bias. "Ye dard kahe khatm nahi hota..." - makes Deepak's pain alive even after 10 years. The actor doesn't speak or try to act like Deepak, he becomes Deepak. No other actor could've so naturally embraced a character both deeply relatable and largely overlooked by the media and pop culture. 'Masaan' did not just introduce Kaushal, it defined his potential and trailer here: Vicky Kaushal's evolution post MasaanThe actor's intensity and range were further witnessed in director Anurag Kashyap's 'Raman Raghav 2.0' (2016). His transition from a simpleton to a ruthless, corrupt cop, addicted to substance abuse, who has no shame in exploiting women was a surprise to cinephiles. He once again won hearts with director Meghna Gulzar's 'Raazi' (2018), in which he was paired opposite Alia Bhatt. A film about an army officer from across the border who honours his wife's agency is still admired as the ultimate green-flag character. Kaushal's abilities, akin to a chameleon, when it comes to his craft, are what makes one think about how he has never let down his fans since 'Masaan'.advertisementThe actor, earlier known for grounded roles, became the ultimate rage with director Aditya Dhar's action-thriller 'Uri: The Surgical Strike' (2019). He played an Army Major in the movie based on the Indian Army's surgical strikes as a response to the 2016 Uri attack. Apart from his convincing acting skills as a military official, Kaushal also gave his best shot with regard to the action scenes and physical transformation for the role. He once again paid tribute to the Indian military with his nuanced performance in the biopic of India's first Field Marshal, Sam Manekshaw. The actor's complete shape-shifting as the legendary Field Marshal in 'Sam Bahadur' (2023) blurred the lines between the art and the artist. His instinctive reactions and body language make it one of his milestone cinema and artistryKaushal's mental framework as an actor and passion for experimental storytelling has set him apart from his contemporaries who have featured in historicals and biopics. In 'Saradar Udham' (2022), the raw vulnerability of a lone soldier bringing revolution against imperialism was explored by the actor with extreme sincerity. Director Shoojit Sircar's vision of creating the inner turmoil and sensitivities of a revolutionary was amicably depicted by actor's acting capabilities have only aged like a fine-wine with every challenging role offered to him. Kaushal's portrayal of Maratha warrior king Chhatarpati Sambhaji Maharaj's bravery and leadership looked convincing in 'Chhaava' (2025).From 'Masaan' to 'Chhaava', Kaushal has redefined what it means to get into the skin of the character. The way he has surrendered to the craft has been reflected in his performances over the actor would be a part of many diverse roles in his cinematic career, but 'Masaan' would be credited for the churning which moulded him into an impeccable performer.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Vicky Kaushal
Hindustan Times
13 hours ago
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- Hindustan Times
Vicky Kaushal celebrates 10 years of 'Masaan': 'So much to learn, so much to grow'
New Delhi, Vicky Kaushal on Thursday celebrated 10 years of "Masaan", the critically-acclaimed film by director Neeraj Ghaywan that marked the actor's debut in Hindi cinema. Vicky Kaushal celebrates 10 years of 'Masaan': 'So much to learn, so much to grow' The Varanasi-set drama, written by Varun Grover, became a critical success after it was released on July 24, 2015, with Kaushal receiving praise for his role as Deepak Kumar, a lower caste student who falls in love with his upper caste classmate. "It's been a decade! So much to learn, so much to grow... thank you for everything," the 37-year-old actor posted on Instagram alongside stills from the film. "Masaan', a colloquial word in Varanasi for cremation ground, had its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival where it won two awards FIPRESCI award and the Promising Future prize in the Un Certain Regard section. The film weaved together two parallel stories that explore themes of love, loss, caste, guilt, and redemption. Since "Masaan", Kaushal has emerged as one of the top stars in Hindi cinema, receiving praise for his performances in films such as "Raman Raghav 2.0", "Raazi", "Sanju", "Uri: The Surgical Strike", "Sardar Udham" and most recently "Chhaava". In an interview with PTI ahead of the release of "Chhaava" in February, Kaushal said his journey in the industry so far has been nothing short of "surreal". 'Couldn't have imagined… It feels very surreal. It feels there is God who's blessing me and people's love has been so special. The kind of directors I got to work with in these ten years has been nothing short of a blessing. So, I truly feel supremely grateful,' Kaushal said. The actor, son of veteran stuntman Sham Kaushal, also revealed that during the shooting of "Masaan", they weren't even sure if the film would get a theatrical release. "We didn't know what's going to happen to the film. It was a small film made with very limited resources. It was a parallel cinema at that time. Now, the lines have blurred quite beautifully, but there was a clear demarcation between the two then. 'At that time, I was just trying to get opportunities to prove myself as an actor within the industry,' Kaushal said. Ghaywan, who recently returned to Cannes with his sophomore feature directorial "Homebound", shared behind-the-screen stills from the film. "10 years of 'Masaan'," he simply wrote. Grover wrote the story of "Masaan" as well as two songs, including "Tu Kisi Rail Si" and he posted a note on X to mark the film's 10th anniversary. "10 years to 'Masaan' today. A film that didn't succeed commercially and still permeated through the hearts of so many who interacted with it. Always grateful for the journey we took, the leap of faith we were allowed to make, and the love that keeps pouring in even after a decade. "Thanks to everyone on the crew - from every producer to actor to HOD to every lightman to the spotboys and camera attendants to the junior artistes - who gave it their all," he posted. Avinash Arun, the cinematographer of "Masaan" wrote on his Instagram Stories, "10 years of 'Masaan'. Thank you Neeraj and Varun for making us all part of this memorable experience." Also starring Richa Chadha, Shweta Tripathi, Sanjay Mishra and Pankaj Tripathi, the film was an Indo-French co-production, backed by Drishyam Films, Macassar Productions, Phantom Films, Sikhya Entertainment, Arte France Cinema and Pathe Productions. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
