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Hindustan Times
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Genelia Deshmukh on Sitaare Zameen Par's success: I thought people would forget me, but they have surprised me
Genelia Deshmukh's latest film Sitaare Zameen Par has won not just at the box office, but also people's hearts with its story. For her, it was even special because she starred in a full fledged role in a Hindi theatrical film after 13 years. She was last seen in Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya, post which she did direct to OTT films like It's My Life and Mister Mummy. Genelia Deshmukh(Manoj Verma/ HT) 'I didn't do much work for the last 10 years, maybe for friends, a song here and there. I did two-three films for OTT. I thought people would forget me and I didn't think I mattered. But it's refreshing to hear people say all this, that they want to see more. It's an Aamir Khan film, so of course it would have had a lot more eyeballs. I didn't think that somewhere in that takeaway, I also exist. It's been the best compliment, that people want to see more of me. As an actor and human being, if someone wants to see you a lot more, it's a very special place that not everyone gets, ' quips Genelia, as she meets up with us in the Capital. It was Aamir Khan, her co star in the film, who wanted to cast her, 'He met Riteish somewhere, and asked 'Is Genelia working nowadays?' to which Riteish said yes she is. Then Aamir asked me to meet RS Prasanna, the director. I auditioned for the role and got it. I know most actors will feel that after 20 years 'why audition?' But I think it's a great way of getting a film so I am very excited that I did it. ' Sitaare Zameen Par revolves around a group of specially abled adults, who are mentored for a basketball tournament by an arrogant coach, played by Aamir. Genelia plays the role of his headstrong, supportive wife. As for the film's success, Genelia , whose next film opposite Emraan Hashmi has just been announced, adds, 'The way the collections just went from the release day till Sunday, that's got a lot to do with the word of the mouth. I think if you make a good film, it eventually finds its audience. I am happy that the film did what it did, more so for the sitaares. I would have really wanted it to be a blockbuster for them, and I am glad it picked up. It's the first time I have been part of a film that talks about inclusion.'
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Genelia D'Souza narrowly escapes car mishap as driver starts moving while she prepares to sit
Bollywood actress Genelia D'Souza narrowly averted a significant mishap on Thursday night while attempting to enter her car, an incident that has left her fans concerned. A viral video circulating online shows the actress fumbling as her driver prematurely started driving the vehicle before she had fully seated herself. In the widely shared footage, Genelia is initially seen ensuring that children are safely inside and seated in the car. She then proceeds to get into the vehicle herself. However, just as she was about to step in, the driver unexpectedly put the car in motion. The actress appeared to lose her balance for a fleeting moment, but quickly regained her composure. The driver, realizing the situation, immediately brought the car to a halt. After the incident, Genelia was observed politely waving goodbye to the paparazzi before driving away. The viral video prompted a flurry of reactions from netizens, many of whom expressed concern for the actress's safety and opined that the driver should have exercised more caution. Comments flooded in, with one user remarking, "Baal baal bachi" (a narrow escape), while another emphasized, "Driver should have checked." The incident served as a stark reminder to online viewers about the importance of vigilance when entering or exiting vehicles. In recent times, Genelia D'Souza has been actively balancing her family life with a gradual return to the silver screen and exploring new ventures. After a hiatus, she made a significant comeback to Hindi cinema with 'Mister Mummy' in 2022, starring alongside her husband, Riteish Deshmukh. She also debuted in Marathi cinema with 'Ved' (2022), which was directed by Riteish and proved to be a massive commercial success, further solidifying her presence in regional cinema. Beyond acting, Genelia is also a keen entrepreneur, co-founding companies like ImagineMeats, a plant-based meat brand, with Riteish. She is also quite active on social media, often sharing glimpses of her family life, fitness routines, and various brand collaborations with her followers, maintaining a strong connection with her fanbase. 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 .
