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Time of India
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shabana Azmi says her 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani' co-star Jaya Bachchan is 'completely different person from image that the media has created'
Shabana Azmi and Jaya Bachchan worked together in Karan Johar 's 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani,' which was released in 2023. As the film completed two years since its release, Shabana Azmi talked about the bond she shared with Jaya Bachchan. During the same, the former stated that her co-star is nothing like what the media shows. Let's check out what Shabana Azmi has to say about Jaya Bachchan. In an interview with NDTV, Shabana Azmi claimed that Jaya Bachchan's public image does not reflect who she is in real life. The latter is infamous for her straightforwardness with the media. However, Shabana Azmi stated that her 'Rocky Aur Rani' co-star is quite "funny." She said, "Jaya is very warm and a completely different person from the image that the media has created about her." She further stated that Mrs. Bachchan was the reason she joined the Film and Television Institute of India after watching the short film titled 'Suman.' Shabana Azmi added that she had never seen someone act like that and thought that if there was a place where one could learn such good acting, then that is where she would want to go. Recalling the scene where Jaya Bachchan's Dhanlakshmi faints after watching Dharmendra and her character kiss, Shabana Azmi said, "We were laughing even on the set. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Most Beautiful Women In The World Undo She is extremely funny." In short, Shabana Azmi expressed that people have misunderstood Jaya Bachchan due to her videos with paparazzi and other incidents. She stated that the 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' actress is totally opposite of what she is portrayed to be. More about 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani' The film featured Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in the titular roles. The movie received a lot of love from the audience. The film talked about how two people, who are from different backgrounds, fall in love and work on their relationship, despite their clashing personalities.
Pink Villa
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Karan Johar regrets remaking Mani Ratnam's film with Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor: 'I've gone wrong'
Karan Johar is one of the leading filmmakers of today's time. He recently opened up about how his first instincts are the biggest decision-makers when it comes to giving chances to new talents or movie projects. Whenever he listened to his instincts, he succeeded, and when he ignored them, the filmmaker failed. Karan Johar reveals his first instinct was not to remake Mani Ratnam's O Kadhal Kanmani In a recent podcast with Jay Shetty, Karan Johar revealed his initial instinct not to remake Mani Ratnam's much-loved movie O Kadhal Kanmani in Hindi. He said, 'I remember there was a film. It was an adaptation of the Mani Ratnam film. It is called OK Jaanu. Aditya (Aditya Roy Kapur) and Shraddha (Shraddha Kapoor) just had a blockbuster called Aashiqui 2. They had already agreed to do the film. And that film came to me as a project ready with a great remake. Shaad (Shaad Ali) was a wonderful director, and yet in my heart, I had actually felt that, Should this film be remade? Because it's so much at the moment. Can that moment be recaptured?' The Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani director went on to add, 'Somewhere, the magic of the original we couldn't recapture. And it was nobody's fault. But my instinct told me I shouldn't do it. And I did it. And that's when I realised that I should listen to my instinct. I have gone wrong.' Karan Johar owns up to his failures While emphasizing the importance of listening to one's instincts, Karan Johar acknowledged his failures alongside his successes throughout his long career. He further said, 'Every failure of mine is as special to me as success. It's just the way I look at it.' For the unversed, OK Jaanu, starring Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor, was co-produced by Karan Johar under his banner, Dharma Productions. The 2017 musical romantic drama received negative reviews, which led to its box office failure. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Karan Johar shelves action directorial, Raj Mehta to helm 'Lag Jaa Gale' with Tiger Shroff and Janhvi Kapoor
Karan Johar is making major changes over at Dharma Productions and has now decided to put his long-time action film project on the back burner. Johar had originally announced the film as his directorial debut after much hype on his 50th birthday in 2022, and was said to follow up 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani' with a bold and different direction beyond his hallmark romantic storytelling. Things have changed. Karan Johar returns to the romance genre As per a report from Johar has recently walked away from directing the action film and is returning to the romantic drama space. Johar is writing a new script and will be filming a different, unnamed romance film starting in 2026. Though Johar will no longer direct the action film, the project is still moving forward under the Dharma Productions banner. Tentatively titled 'Lag Jaa Gale', the film has been handed over to Raj Mehta, the director known for popular titles like 'Good Newwz' and 'Jug Jugg Jeeyo'. Mehta will now helm the film, which stars Tiger Shroff and Janhvi Kapoor in lead roles. Production is slated to begin later this year, most likely in October or November. Debashish Irengbam and Parijat Joshi's new project with KJO The film, written by Debashish Irengbam and Parijat Joshi, promises a mix of action, romance, and revenge. While the genre may be outside Johar's comfort zone as a director, he remains actively involved as a producer. The report suggests Johar was impressed enough with the script to pass the directorial baton to Mehta confidently. This move also signals Raj Mehta's long-anticipated entry into the action space, following the shelving of his previous action venture, 'Deadly'. In a related reshuffle, Mehta's romantic comedy 'Kuku Ki Kundali', which was to feature Bhuvan Bam and Wamiqa Gabbi, has now been reassigned to 'Gunjan Saxena' director Sharan Sharma . by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like You might be interested in the content above Undo Meanwhile, Dharma Productions continues to strengthen its upcoming slate with an impressive lineup that includes 'Sarzameen', 'Dhadak 2', 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari', a spy comedy starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan , 'Chand Mera Dil', and two films headlined by Kartik Aaryan—'Naagzilla' and 'Tu Meri Main Tera'.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Karan Johar Shelves Action Thriller, Hands Over Tiger Shroff-Janhvi Kapoor's Film To Raj Mehta
Karan Johar shelved his 2022 action directorial debut, returning to romantic drama. Raj Mehta will direct Lag Jaa Gale with Tiger Shroff and Janhvi Kapoor, starting late 2023. In a notable reshuffle at Dharma Productions, filmmaker Karan Johar has decided to shelve his long-anticipated directorial debut in the action genre. The project, which was announced with much fanfare on his 50th birthday in 2022, was set to follow Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani and mark a bold shift away from Johar's signature romantic storytelling. However, plans have now taken a different direction. As per a report by Johar has officially stepped away from directing the action film and has returned to familiar territory which is a romantic drama. The filmmaker is currently writing the new script and is expected to begin production in 2026. Though Karan will no longer helm the action film, the project remains active under the Dharma banner. Tentatively titled Lag Jaa Gale, it has now been handed over to director Raj Mehta, best known for films like Good Newwz and Jug Jugg Jeeyo. Mehta will direct the film with Tiger Shroff and Janhvi Kapoor in the lead. Production is scheduled to begin later this year, likely in October or November. The film, written by Debashish Irengbam and Parijat Joshi, is said to blend action, romance, and revenge. While action might not come naturally to Karan Johar's style, he remains attached to the film as a producer. He was reportedly impressed enough with the story to entrust the directorial responsibilities to Mehta. This move also marks Raj Mehta's long-awaited foray into the action genre, following the shelving of his earlier action project Deadly. Meanwhile, Mehta's romantic comedy Kuku Ki Kundali has been reassigned to Sharan Sharma, director of Gunjan Saxena. That film will star Bhuvan Bam and Wamiqa Gabbi. Dharma Productions continues to expand its slate with several high-profile titles, including Sarzameen, Dhadak 2, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, a spy comedy with Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan, Chand Mera Dil, and two films starring Kartik Aaryan—Naagzilla and Tu Meri Main Tera. First Published: July 27, 2025, 12:03 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Saiyaara Box Office Day 7: Ahaan Panday's Debut Film Inches Closer To Rs 200 Cr Club
Last Updated: On Day 7, Saiyaara minted Rs 16.61 crore. While the figure is slightly lower than its previous day's earnings, the weekday numbers continue to stay in double digits. Saiyaara Box Office Collection Day 7: Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's Saiyaara is unstoppable at the box office. Mohit Suri's romantic drama Saiyaara is showing no signs of slowing down even after a week of its release. The Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda-starrer has managed to hold strong at the ticket window, and according to early estimates by Sacnilk, the film has now crossed the Rs 170 crore mark in India. On Day 7, Saiyaara minted Rs 16.61 crore. While the figure is slightly lower than its previous day's earnings, the weekday numbers continue to stay in double digits. The total domestic collection now stands at approximately Rs 170.36 crore. With no major releases lined up for this Friday, the film is expected to dominate the box office in its second weekend as well. Saiyaara Beats Lifetime Collection of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani In a major feat, Saiyaara has surpassed the lifetime collection of Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani, which had earned around Rs 153.55 crore during its theatrical run. The 2023 film starred Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, making Saiyaara's performance even more impressive considering its relatively new lead cast. A Love Story That's Winning Hearts Backed by Yash Raj Films, Saiyaara tells the story of Krish Kapoor (Ahaan Panday), an aspiring musician, and Vaani Batra (Aneet Padda), a shy writer. Their whirlwind romance is tested by an unexpected revelation. The film has been lauded for its emotional depth, intense performances, and soulful music. Mohit Suri Thanks Sandeep Reddy Vanga On Thursday, director Mohit Suri took to social media to express his gratitude to Animal director Sandeep Reddy Vanga for showing faith in Saiyaara. He wrote on X (formerly Twitter), 'Sandeep, @imvangasandeep thank you for being the first one to openly support and express your generous belief in Saiyaara. It meant the world coming from a filmmaker whose craft I deeply admire.. Here's to more powerful cinema and always a fan!" With strong word of mouth, powerful storytelling, and heartfelt performances, Saiyaara continues to pull audiences to theatres. All eyes are now on the second weekend to see how far this love story can soar. First Published: July 25, 2025, 04:48 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
