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Time of India
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Arjan Bajwa: Typecasting is one of the most painful things that exists in our industry
Arjan Bajwa, recognized for his diverse roles across film and web series, addresses the industry's typecasting challenge. Arjan Bajwa , known for films like Fashion , Crook , Son of Sardar , Bobby Jasoos , Rustom , and Kabir Singh , as well as web series Bestseller and State of Siege: 26/11 , continues to approach his career with a clear mindset. With upcoming OTT projects including The Wives , Demon Hunters , and Second Chance , Bajwa reflects on the importance of relevance and the challenge of typecasting in the industry. 'Typecasting is one of the most painful things that exists in our industry,' he says. 'While there are filmmakers who see you as a talent and try to mould you into different characters, most others just look at your last film and offer similar kinds of roles.' On the subject of staying relevant, Bajwa emphasises that it is a personal choice. 'Some stay relevant just to be seen, to be around, and to remind people that they are still part of the business. Others strive to remain relevant through their work by evolving as actors and through the kind of films they choose to do,' he explains. 'One cannot pinpoint a single way to stay relevant. But yes, being visible to the audience and filmmakers is important so they think of you when casting. ' He also acknowledges the role of social media in the current scenario. 'Nowadays, social media has made it easier to stay relevant, but it's definitely not a measure of talent.' Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your IQ Is 140 If You Can Answer 10 of These Questions Correctly. IQ International Undo by Taboola by Taboola When it comes to experimenting with roles and appearances, Bajwa remains unfazed. 'People need to understand that an actor can take on any look or role if required — that's why he is called an actor. I've done many varied roles with different looks and personalities, and whatever comes my way, I do it with utmost conviction.'
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Actress Divya Khossla to star in a dark comedy thriller produced by Prerna Arora
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Director and actress Divya Khossla has signed an untitled dark comedy thriller film. She will be the lead actress of the film. The film will be produced by Prerna Arora who has been a co-producer on films such as Rustom (2016) and Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017).The film is slated to release this Divya Khossla said, " I am really excited about this film. I have always been keen on attempting a dark comedy. When the script came to me, I grabbed it. It also has a subtext of thriller. So, it is going to be a highly entertaining film."The film will be directed by Umesh Shukla who is known for films such as Oh My God and 102 Not budget of the film is estimated to be in the range of Rs15-20 who was born on November 20, 1987, started her professional journey as a model, and later she transitioned into the space of acting and directing. Over the years, she explored herself as an actor and director. She has directed and acted in films such as Savi, Sanam Re and Yaariyan.
Hindustan Times
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Best Indian courtroom thrillers to stream if you enjoyed watching Criminal Justice 4: Mulk to Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai
Criminal Justice Season 4 is streaming on JioHotstar with a new episode releasing every Thursday. Pankaj Tripathi, who reprises his role of advocate Madhav Mishra, has been receiving a lot of love from fans for his natural performance yet again. Criminal Justice Season 4: A Family Matter revolves around Dr. Raj Nagpal (Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub), who becomes the prime suspect in the murder of his mistress, a nurse named Roshni (Asha Negi). The latest season explores themes of love, betrayal, mental health, and family secrets, with Madhav Mishra, who takes on Raj's defense. If you enjoyed watching Criminal Justice Season 4, take a look at other 5 legal thrillers on OTTplay Premium that are equally unmissable! Stream Pankaj Tripathi's iconic movies, such as Kadak Singh, The Tashkent Files, Main Atal Hoon, and more on OTTplay Premium! Mulk is a 2018 Hindi courtroom drama film that explores themes of religious prejudice and social justice in India. The story centers around a Muslim family in Varanasi, who fight to restore their honor after a family member is involved in terrorism. This film highlights how prejudice and suspicion can affect individuals and communities, and the importance of challenging these biases. Mulk stars Rishi Kapoor, Taapsee Pannu, Manoj Pahwa, Ashutosh Rana, and Prateik Babbar, among others. It is directed by Anubhav Sinha. If you love Criminal Justice, then Sir Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai will also captivate your hearts. It is based on a true incident, which focuses on a lawyer's five-year-long legal battle against Asaram Bapu in the rape case of a minor girl. Manoj Bajpayee plays the lead role, P.C. Solanki, a general sessions court lawyer, who takes on the case and decides to fight for the truth. The film shows his struggle, facing many challenges and obstacles including witness intimidation, and big-shot lawyers on Asaram's behalf. Directed by Apoorv Singh Karki, the cast also includes Adrija Sinha, Nikhil Pandey, Priyanka Setia, and others. Batti Gul Meter Chalu tells the story of three childhood friends in a small town in Uttarakhand: Sushil (Shahid Kapoor), Lalita (Shraddha Kapoor), and Tripathi (Divyendu Sharma). The story revolves around Tripathi's printing press where he faces excessive electricity bills, leading to Tripathi committing suicide. Sushil, a lawyer, then sues the electricity board to seek justice for his friend and expose corruption within the system. It is directed by Shree Narayan Singh. Rustom is a 2016 Hindi legal drama inspired by the real-life K. M. Nanavati case. The movie stars Akshay Kumar as Rustom Pavri, an Indian Navy officer, and Ileana D'Cruz as his wife, Cynthia. The story revolves around Rustom, who learns about his wife's affair with his friend Vikram Makhija (Arjan Bajwa), leading to a dramatic turn of events. Directed by Tinu Suresh Desai, the movie delves into themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of the Indian legal system. Shaurya, directed by Samar Khan, stars Rahul Bose, Kay Kay Menon, Javed Jaffrey, and Minissha Lamba. It follows Major Siddhant Chaudhary, the defense lawyer, as he investigates the case of a Muslim soldier, Captain Javed Khan, who is charged with killing his commanding officer. This film explores themes of duty, honor, and the complexities of war and justice, with a strong focus on the conflict between personal beliefs and the demands of martial law.
Pink Villa
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Top 10 Akshay Kumar Films At Worldwide Box Office: Housefull 5 becomes 6th highest grossing film, chases 2.0 and Mission Mangal
Akshay Kumar's latest release, Housefull 5, is serving a high entertainment quotient blended with a murder mystery, in cinemas these days. The cruise-comedy caper, directed by Tarun Mansukhani, recently stormed past the Rs 200 crore mark globally, and now it has emerged as the 6th highest-grossing movie of Khiladi Kumar's career. Housefull 5 emerges as the 6th highest-grossing movie of Akshay Kumar Housefull 5 raked in over Rs 220 crore gross at the worldwide box office in its 10 days of theatrical run. It surpassed the lifetime theatrical cume of Rustom, Airlift, Kesari, and Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. The movie is now chasing the No. 5 spot, which currently belongs to 2.0 (Hindi). Housefull 5 is expected to surpass the final cume of Shankar 's directorial by the end of its third weekend. And then, the comedy caper will march to dethrone the lifetime box office collections of Mission Mangal (Rs 280 crore) to claim the No. 4 spot. Housefull 5 to remain far behind its previous installment Going by the trends, the fifth installment of the much-loved Housefull franchise will likely end its theatrical run around Rs 275 crore to Rs 280 crore gross globally. Interestingly, the movie will end up being Akshay Kumar 's fourth highest-grossing movie, but it will remain behind the franchise's previous installment, Housefull 4 (Rs 295 crore). Bankrolled by Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, Housefull 5 has a production budget of Rs 225 crore, making it the most expensive comedy movie in the Hindi film industry. Following are the top 10 Akshay Kumar films at the worldwide box office: Good Newwz: Rs 305 crore Sooryavanshi: Rs 301 crore Housefull 4: Rs 295 crore Mission Mangal: Rs 280 crore 2.0 (Hindi): Rs 267 crore Housefull 5: Rs 220* crore (10 days) Rustom: Rs 215 crore Airlift: Rs 210 crore Kesari: Rs 202 crore Toilet: Ek Prem Katha: Rs 200 crore Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates. Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our research. The figures can be approximate, and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However, they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question.
Indian Express
14-06-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Around Town: Inside Girgaon Chowpatty's 100-year-old Café General, which has survived World Wars, seen Independence, and is now a college favourite
If you've ever been in and around Girgaon Chowpatty, chances are you've passed Cafe General — a landmark that has stood for over a century. Once a go-to for daily essentials, it later became a popular tea-and-snack stop, and for the last 50 years, it's been a beloved spot to enjoy a chilled beer and a hearty meal while overlooking the Arabian Sea. And, if you've dropped by in recent years, you've likely been greeted by the ever-smiling, polite Rustom Sheriar Irani — a hospitality graduate and the third-generation custodian of the cafe. Turning the wheels of time In the early 1900s, a young Rustom Sheriar Irani — the current owner's grandfather — migrated from Iran and set up a provision store named Cafe General & Stores opposite Girgaon Chowpatty. Like most Irani stores of the time, it stocked everyday necessities: chocolates, butter, biscuits, soaps, razors, and toothpaste. During World War II, financial pressures forced them to downsize the establishment to its current size. 'My father, Sheriar Rustom Irani, would tell me how they had to shut shop by 6 pm. It became difficult to pay the rent, so they decided to cut back,' shared Rustom. After Independence, the provision store slowly transformed into a cafe. 'My father must have been 18 or 19 when he joined the business. My uncle, Shapur Sheriar Irani, followed soon after. They began serving tea, coffee, samosas, bun maska, mutton pattice, sandwiches — the works,' he said, recalling how regulars would settle in with a newspaper and bun maska. Over time, the duo expanded the offerings and, by the 1980s, turned it into a full-fledged restaurant and bar. Mughlai, Indian-Chinese, and, most importantly, Parsi cuisine became staples. 'They also added an air-conditioned section and an ice cream parlour. I remember coming here after school just for a mango or raspberry duet,' he laughed. Having served generations, Cafe General has built a loyal clientele. 'People often come and share stories — how their parents dined here, then they did, and now they bring their kids along. It's always very nostalgic,' Rustom shared, adding that among them was Jackie Shroff. 'When he was living in Walkeshwar's Teen Batti chawl, he would often drop by for a meal. This was before his modelling career took off. We've also had several cricketers over the years, especially Ranji players,' he added. Let's talk contemporary Rustom's own journey with the cafe began during his college days. As a student at Dadar Catering College, he would stop by for a couple of hours. After graduating, those hours stretched and eventually turned into full-time responsibility when his father and uncle passed away a little over a decade ago. 'I like experimenting with food. I always cooked at home, but after my culinary education, I started tweaking the dishes here,' he said. Take the crispy paneer, for example — now topped with a creamy white sauce, bell peppers, and olives. Sizzlers got an upgrade too: four chicken lollipops over a bed of rice, crowned with a slice of cheese. The menu slowly expanded to include pizzas, burgers, and other fast food items. Among the dishes we tried and enjoyed were the chilli paneer, and the veg shashlik — a colourful medley of batter-fried vegetables on rice, topped with a sweet-and-spicy Indian-Chinese sauce. The cafe also runs a Gupta Kulfi franchise, with their kulfis and towering faloodas being a major draw. Served both inside and from a road-facing counter, these treats are best enjoyed with a view of the sea. The falooda, rich and indulgent, easily satisfies the sugar cravings of two to three adults. Unlike many Parsi eateries that are fading away due to a lack of successors, Cafe General has not only survived but evolved. 'The clientele has changed. Now we get younger, college-going crowds,' said Rustom. Families still come for dinner and on weekends. The interiors reflect this shift. Redone six years ago, the old marble-top tables and bentwood chairs have given way to cafe-style seating. Posters about beer, Harley-Davidson signs (Rustom and his brothers-in-law are biking enthusiasts), and a patch of faux grass with a 'Cafe General' signboard now add to the vibe. Still, one wall is dedicated to the past — with black-and-white photographs of Cafe General and the Chowpatty shoreline. And the menu, while ever-growing, continues to honour its Parsi roots. Their coconut-based curry — mildly spiced and available in vegetarian, chicken, or other variants — is a must-try. So is their salli boti, a Parsi classic: tender mutton in a rich tomato-based gravy, topped with crisp potato salli. Hearty and nostalgic. What's next? 'Hopefully a second branch,' Rustom said with a smile. The plan has been in the works for a while. He's considering locations between Bandra and Andheri, hoping to reconnect with customers who've since moved to the suburbs.
