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India Today
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Vidya Balan slams pretentious cinema, says SRK's romance worked because of emotion
Actor Vidya Balan recently shared her thoughts on how today's films feel disconnected from the traditional Indian style of storytelling. She also praised Shah Rukh Khan for the emotional connect he brings to his roles. While she hasn't done a full film with him, Vidya has appeared alongside him in 'Heyy Babyy' and the popular song 'Deewangi Deewangi' from 'Om Shanti Om'. Talking about his romantic image, she said the audience fell in love with him through close-up shots, not just his famous arms-stretched to Bollywood Hungama, Vidya reflected on how the industry has shifted over the years. She said, 'Maybe a lot of these filmmakers, probably they have studied abroad or watched too much international content. They are not assisting directors. I may sound like too much of a senior when I say this, but I don't think they know what our kind of storytelling is! They are not familiar with it, so it is alienating. It is not engrossing me.'Highlighting her love for masala entertainers, she added, 'I am enjoying the masala films because it is not pretentious. A lot of these directors - they don't even use close-ups. I find that shocking. The only way to connect with your character is through a close-up. Give me close-ups! Let me look into the eye! That's how the nation fell in love with Shah Rukh Khan for God's sake! Imagine if he was only doing this (imitating arms-stretched wide pose), he won't be as loved!'advertisement Shah Rukh Khan, known for his evergreen romantic films like 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge', 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai', and 'Dil Toh Pagal Hai', was last seen in Rajkumar Hirani's 'Dunki' in 2023. He is set to return in 'King', which also stars his daughter, Suhana Khan, in a key Vidya Balan was last seen in the Diwali 2024 release 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3', a horror-comedy co-starring Kartik Aaryan, Madhuri Dixit, and Triptii Dimri. The film was a box office success.- EndsMust Watch
Hindustan Times
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Shah Rukh Khan would not be as loved for his iconic pose today for this reason, claims Vidya Balan
Jun 28, 2025 06:11 AM IST Actor Vidya Balan has not worked with Shah Rukh Khan in a full-length film, but has shared screen space with him in Heyy Babbyy and in the song Deewangi Deewangi from Om Shanti Om. The actor referred to Shah Rukh's iconic pose and how he is loved by an entire nation for his romantic films during an interview recently, with Bollywood Hungama. (Also read: Shah Rukh Khan visits Sitaare Zameen Par set, says Aamir Khan called him at least 10 times to meet the cast) Shah Rukh Khan often greets his fans who were gathered outside his home at Mannat with his iconic pose. (ANI Photo)(Sunil Khandare) During the interaction, Vidya opened up about the shift in the industry and how the films have changed over the years. She shared, 'Maybe a lot of these filmmakers, probably they have studied abroad… or watched too much international content. They are not assisting directors. I may sound like too much of a senior when I say this but I don't think they know what our kind of storytelling is! They are not familiar with it so it is alienating. It is not engrossing me.' About Shah Rukh Khan's effect She went on to add, 'I am enjoying the masala films because it is not pretentious. A lot of these directors… they don't even use close-ups. I find that shocking. The only way to connect with your character is through a close-up. Give me close-ups! Let me look into the eye! That's how the nation fell in love with Shah Rukh Khan for god's sake! Imagine if he was only doing this (imitates arms-stretched wide pose), he won't be as loved!' Shah Rukh is known for his romantic films like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Haa Kabhi Naa, Dil Toh Pagal Hai and more. He was last seen in Rajkummar Hirani's Dunki in 2023. He will be seen next in King, in which his daughter Suhana Khan also has a pivotal role. Meanwhile, Vidya was last seen in the horror-comedy film Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, starring Kartik Aaryan, Madhuri Dixit, and Triptii Dimri. The film released in Diwali last year and emerged as a box office success.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Randeep Hooda on his wife Lin Laishram's passion for cooking and turning entrepreneur
Lin Laishram and Randeep Hooda Randeep Hooda is more than just a supportive husband — he's been the driving force behind his wife Lin Laishram 's many passions, one of them being cooking. Lin, who hails from Manipur, always dreamed of bringing the taste of her local cuisine to people in Mumbai. It was Randeep who encouraged her to follow that dream. When we spoke to Randeep about it, he said, 'Lin always had a passion for cooking and she makes amazing food. During the lockdown, she surprised me with some delicious dishes, and that's when I realised how talented she is in the art of cooking. I kept encouraging her to take it seriously. Finally, she started her own venture and it's made me really proud. I would call it a journey of passion, perseverance and growth.' Lin, who's also an actress, has featured in films like Om Shanti Om, Mary Kom, Rangoon and Axone. When asked if she has taken a break from acting, she said, 'Not at all. Cooking brings me joy. I like serving others, it feels like a heartfelt offering. Acting, on the other hand, is deeply personal and I feel grateful to have the freedom to pursue both.'
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Farah Khan reveals who is the biggest actor in her house
Farah Khan is known to have directed some big names from the industry such as Shah Rukh Khan , and Deepika Padukone . However, now the filmmaker has revealed who is the biggest actor in her house - it is none other than her Shih Tzu pet Smoochy. The 'Main Hoon Na' maker took to the stories section of her Instagram handle and dropped a video where she had captured her messy home, littered with cotton. However, the culprit, Smoochy was comfortably hiding under the covers, trying to get away with his innocent face. As Farah got a close-up of Smoochy's face, he refused to make eye contact with the camera. Awarding her furry baby with the title of the 'best actor', the director captioned the post, "Acting koi issey seekhe!! OSCARRRRR! @smochythepoochy." Smoochy keeps on making such fun appearances on Farah's feed. Back in March, Farah shared that Smoochy is her only kid who likes to pose with her. Salman's secret revealed by Farah Khan Taking to her official IG, the 'Om Shanti Om' maker shared a cute selfie with her furry baby posing on the couch. "The only child who will pose with me", Farah captioned the post. Meanwhile, along with taking over Farah's life, Smoochy has also taken over her bed. Taking to social media, Farah posted a video of a dimly lit bedroom with a cozy, neatly arranged bed. However, it was not Farah, but Smoochy who lay comfortably in the center of the bed. He seemed to be owning not just the bed but the entire space. Farah accompanied the clip with a hilarious caption saying, "When u realize it's actually her bed n she's just letting u sleep in it! @smoochythepoochy." The "Chand Tare" song from the 1997 film "Yes Boss" starring Shah Rukh Khan and Juhi Chawla was also added in the backdrop.
News18
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
When Ridhi Dogra Was Asked If She Wanted To Attend SRK's Om Shanti Om Premiere
Last Updated: Ridhi Dogra recalled her memorable experience at the Om Shanti Om premiere, which was a whirlwind of emotions, with Deepika Padukone's debut making a lasting impression. Can a single night change the course of your life? For Ridhi Dogra, crashing the grand Om Shanti Om bash was a moment that would stay with her forever. Long before she became a household name, the Jawan actress had a brush with Bollywood glamour that was both unexpected and unforgettable. In a recent interview, Ridhi opened up about her daring move and the memories that lingered. In a candid conversation with Curly Tales, Ridhi Dogra took a trip down memory lane, recalling her early days at Zoom Television, where she was still navigating the media landscape. Film journalist Omar Qureshi, a senior colleague, would often receive invites to A-list film screenings and events, and he'd generously offer Ridhi and her peers a chance to tag along. 'He asked us who wanted to attend screenings for Saawariya or Om Shanti Om, and I jumped at the chance to watch Om Shanti Om," Ridhi reminisced, a smile still playing on her lips as she recounted the thrill of rubbing shoulders with Bollywood's elite. But little did Ridhi know, she was about to walk into a star-studded event. As she entered Yash Raj Studios, she was swept into a whirlwind of glamour and excitement, unaware that she was about to witness one of Bollywood's most epic premieres. 'I had no idea what I was getting into. I thought I was just going to watch a film, but the entire film industry was there," she revealed, still in awe of the magnitude of the event. She further revealed that the event was attended by many big names, including legends like Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan, as well as talented divas such as Rani Mukerji, Priyanka Chopra and Kareena Kapoor. And then, of course, there were the stars of the show: Shah Rukh Khan and debutant Deepika Padukone, alongside veteran icon Rekha. 'I was completely starstruck. I felt out of place and overwhelmed. Deepika was so shy – it was her first film, and I was feeling like I didn't belong. Back then, we didn't take selfies with stars, and you couldn't just stare; there was a sense of reverence and shyness that added to the magic of the night," she confessed. On the professional front, Ridhi Dogra was recently seen in the JioHotstar series Kull, which began streaming on May 2. First Published: June 19, 2025, 13:40 IST
