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Indian Express
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Rana Daggubati on abusing ‘mama' Venkatesh in Rana Naidu: ‘I didn't understand Hindi curses, it was when I dubbed it in Telugu that I realised…'
Rana Daggubati was one of the first Telugu stars from his generation to venture into Hindi cinema with Rohan Sippy's Dum Maaro Dum (2011), Ram Gopal Varma's Department (2012), and Neeraj Panday's Baby (2015). And this is before his period action fantasy franchise Baahubali gave rise to the pan-India phenomenon. Rana also turned out to be a first mover in the world of streaming through Karan Anshuman's 2023 action thriller show Rana Naidu on Netflix India, which he agrees is the 'first pan-India show.' In an exclusive interview with SCREEN, he talks about returning as the titular character in season 2, working with his uncle Venkatesh Daggubati, and more. Now that you've done it enough, have you grown used to cursing your uncle on screen? (Laughs) Since it was Hindi, I didn't understand much of what I said in part 1. So I thought it was okay. It was worse when I was dubbing it in Telugu. It was like, 'Shit! What did I say!' There's a very definite attire and thought gone into how they look and think. Till they're in those clothes, we're all fine. We're licensed to do anything. How is Venkatesh as a scene partner? From the time I made it as an actor, I always thought I'd work with him at some point of time. I was really looking forward to what that project would be. Rana Naidu is something unique that came our way. It's not something he or I have done before. These characters can just go on because they started from such opposite ends that you can travel with them across multiple seasons. As a co-actor, he's pretty phenomenal and charges us to be better each time. Since Rana Naidu is all about family, how did the extended Daggubati family react to it? All of them watched it independently. The kids watched it together. The moms and the grandmoms watched it separately. I think that's also the joy of streaming. At the time of season 1, we were feeling a bit edgy about how it'd turn out. But whether it's someone in the family or not, the show in itself was so new. Hindi had seen a lot of shows, but for the Telugu audience, this was pretty much the first big show that came out. Abhishek (Banerjee, co-star) kept pointing out, 'This is the only 'pan-Indian' show.' I said yeah, that's probably true. There was a lot of shock value in season 1. And then there was a family in which you hated everyone, but strangely, wanted them to be together as well. That intrigued many people. Do you see any similarity between Rana Daggubati and Rana Naidu, the character? Rana Naidu is the darkest version of Rana Daggubati that you can find, with all the issues at their peak. What was weird for me was that at the beginning, since my character is called Raina, every time Venky was saying, 'Rana! Rana!' I didn't know if it was my uncle shouting at me or the character. That was pretty messed up. Also Read — Rana Daggubati says Rana Naidu is 'a dark reality of my real life': 'This show is actually a biopic' But was there nothing common with the character to hold on to, that you resonated with, took along, and flew with? As a human being, who I am is a sum of all these parts I've played in the last 15-16 years. When you live so long with a character, you do some things on your own, but subconsciously, there are a lot more happening. An assistant told me every time you play different roles, your handwriting changes. Now, I didn't notice that. It's crazy! At one point, I was playing an organized politician. The handwriting from the notebooks at that time have the perfect handwriting! So there is a lot that happens you can't speak about. It's others who notice that. So, I'm sure I must've picked up a lot of pieces. And now that I've done two seasons, I'm sure there'll be a lot of Rana (Naidu) in me. Rana Naidu season 2 will drop on Netflix India this Friday on June 13.
India Today
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Criminal Justice spotlights Asperger's; real patients still battle daily inequity
In India, 1 in 68 children is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Asperger's though often folded into the broader ASD category, remains clinically distinct in many respects. It is marked by significant impairments in social interaction and communication, alongside restricted interests, despite otherwise intact language co-morbidities such as anxiety and depression are common, yet public understanding remains dismally Rohan Sippy, otherwise known for his comedy flicks, delivers a taut narrative in his latest season of 'Criminal Justice'. The ongoing series steers clear of the histrionics that often plague Indian OTT content. Importantly, it takes a bold step by putting Asperger's syndrome in the front and right in the centre. It's not just a passing mention; the name is spoken, the condition is respected, and the portrayal of the syndrome is responsibly rendered. The result: A rare moment of clarity in Indian entertainment's murky representation of mental REAL ASPERGER'S For better context, Asperger's doesn't go by its own name any more in official diagnostic reports. It's now subsumed under an overarching ASD. The grouping may be clinically convenient, but it also heavily risks erasing the nuanced experiences of those who live with the condition. As psychiatrists like Dr Neerja Mathur point out, Asperger's is often presented with distinct psychiatric co-morbidities and behavioural traits that merit focused clinical attention and targeted interventions, not is this lack of specificity in diagnosis for AS that can have devastating consequences. Mitali Das, a mother and a social worker, recounts being shown the door by over 30 schools in New Delhi for her son's admission. "They couldn't place him because no one understood the difference between autism, Asperger's syndrome, Tourettes and dyslexia. We had to homeschool him.'While the West has made strides with specialist schools and trained support systems, India is still playing catch-up. Children with Asperger's often prefer to be homeschooled rather than attend regular schools. Even their high cognitive abilities do not mask the daily toll of social exclusion, bullying, and misunderstood irony is quite sharp. A condition identified as far back as 1944, named by British psychiatrist Lorna Wing in 1981, and increasingly common today, still goes largely unrecognised in classrooms, clinics, and is why 'Criminal Justice' matters. Not just for its storytelling, but for showing the courage to say the name, to represent reality, and to start the conversation. Whether the show will shift public attitudes or policy remains to be seen. But at the very least, it places Asperger's — finally — into the public that's a good first step.
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India.com
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
From Panchayat Season 4 To Wednesday Season 2: 7 Most-Anticipated Web Series On OTT
photoDetails english 2907275 Updated:May 28, 2025, 12:35 PM IST Panchayat Season 4 - Prime Video 1 / 7 Panchayat, cult webseries is returning with new season, In the world of Phulera new chapter is set to hooked audience with its promising storytelling, humour and relatable characters. Panchayat Season 4 is all set to stream on Amazon Prime Video from July 2, 2025. Criminal Justice Season 4 - Jio Hotstar 2 / 7 Pankaj Tripathi headlines this legal thriller as a lawyer. This crime thriller is directed by Rohan Sippy, written by Bijesh Jayarajan and Iti Agarwal. The anticipated season 4 of Criminal Justice will be premiered on Jio Hotstar, on May 22, 2025. Mandala Murders - Netflix 3 / 7 Actress Vaani Kapoor's debut web series titled 'Mandala Murders' is helmed by Mardaani 2 director Gopi Puthran. This gritty crime thriller also stars Vaibhav Raj Gupta in pivotal role. According to media reports, this much-awaited series is set to release this year, although an official announcement from the makers is yet to be made Stranger Things Season 5 - Netflix 4 / 7 Starring Millie Bobby Brown in pivotal roles. Production on the fifth and final season of Stranger Things has officially wrapped, set to premiere in 2025. Stranger Things Season 5is one of the most-watched shows on OTT. The cult web series is coming in 2025. Bridgerton Season 4 - Netflix 5 / 7 Netflix's hit series gears up for its much-anticipated new installment, In the world of Bridgerton, new season turns its focus to bohemian second son Benedict. The official annoucement was made by the visionary team at Shondaland. Bridgerton Season 4 is coming to Netflix in 2026. Mirzapur Season 4 - Prime Videos 6 / 7 Mirzapur, the cult web series's new season in comfirmed following the major success of season 3. Pivotal character like Kaleen Bhaiya and Guddu Pandit. The exact release date of the new installement is under wrap, According to ET the fourth season will likely premiere between late 2025 and early 2026. The official announcement is yet to be made by the makers. Wednesday Season 2 - Netflix 7 / 7 Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Adams is back in Nevermore Academy's spooky world. Touted as one of the most-watched series on OTT of all time. It also stars Tim Burton, Alfred Gough and Miles Millar in key roles. The new installement is will premiere in two parts on Netflix, with Wednesday Part 1 is set to premiere on August 6, 2025 and part 2 will arrive on September 3, 2025. (All Images: IMDb/ Netflix)
Scroll.in
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scroll.in
‘Criminal Justice: A Family Matter' trailer: Pankaj Tripathi's Madhav Mishra tries a murder case
Streaming Directed by Rohan Sippy, the Hindi show also stars Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Surveen Chawla and Shweta Basu Prasad. Out on JioHotstar on May 29.
Hindustan Times
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
14 years later, Papon recalls how Jiyein Kyun changed everything for him in Bollywood
When the song Jiyein Kyun from Dum Maaro Dum released in 2011, it became more than just a melancholic tune in a thriller film — it was Papon's breakthrough in Bollywood. The song, composed by Pritam and penned by Jaideep Sahni, stood out for its emotional depth and simplicity. For the Assamese singer, it opened doors to a string of soulful hits in Hindi cinema, including Moh Moh Ke Dhaage (Dum Laga Ke Haisha), Kyon (Barfi!), Humnava (Hamari Adhuri Kahani), and Bulleya (Sultan). 'Jiyein Kyun was my first big break in Bollywood. Technically, the first song I sang in Bollywood was Sajana from Let's Enjoy (2004), but Jiyein Kyun changed everything for me,' he tells us, adding that before that song, Bollywood was never his priority. 'I had no plans from my childhood for Bollywoods. I was performing in Mumbai when Rohan Sippy met me and asked if I'd like to sing for a film. Later, Pritam Da called me and appreciated my independent Assamese album Jonaki Raati before offering me this song,' he recalls. The 49-year-old singer also reflected on how Jiyein Kyun also challenged the industry's vocal norms at the time. When most playback singers were known for their high-pitched delivery, Papon insisted on maintaining a low and earthy tone. 'Back then, everyone was singing high. I was the only newcomer who sang that low. I actually recorded it seven semitones lower than it was originally composed by Pritam da, and that distinct depth became both a unique strength and, initially, a challenge as well. It was difficult to place a voice like mine against the typical Bollywood hero,' he recalls adding that it was this very depth that made the song unforgettable. Papon believes that the listeners connected with the song's rawness, and over time, it became an anthem for those nursing quiet heartbreaks or seeking introspection. 'Even today, almost every concert I perform, fans request Jiyein Kyun. It's one of my absolute favorites to sing live. I sincerely thank Pritam Da and Rohan Sippy for trusting my voice,' he adds.
