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India.com
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Bas Ek Dhadak Song From Dhadak 2 Out Now, Showcasing Siddhant Chaturvedi's Romantic Side
New Delhi: The first song from the much-anticipated Dhadak 2, titled 'Bas Ek Dhadak,' has officially been released, offering a glimpse into the tender romance at the heart of the film. Featuring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, the soulful track marks a tonal shift from the intensity of the trailer, revealing a softer, more emotional side of Siddhant's character, Neelesh. Known for his intense screen presence, Siddhant brings vulnerability and warmth in this romantic number, highlighting the delicate chemistry between him and Triptii. Through soft montages and unspoken glances, the song captures the emotional rhythm of a love story that feels both grounded and deeply affecting. With this track, Dhadak 2 sets the tone for a love story that is stirring, lyrical, and emotionally resonant. Siddhant's earnest performance, paired with Triptii's understated charm, hints at a romance that aims to linger in the hearts of viewers long after the credits roll. Speaking to IANS earlier, Triptii praised her co-star, calling the experience of working with Siddhant 'wonderful.' She added, 'He's such a dedicated and sincere actor... When I watched the film for the first time, I immediately told him, 'This is the best performance of your career so far.' He's poured his heart and soul into the role of Neelesh.' Directed by debutant Shazia Iqbal, Dhadak 2 is a spiritual sequel to the 2018 film Dhadak, itself a remake of Nagraj Manjule's acclaimed Marathi film Sairat. The sequel is based on Mari Selvaraj's 2018 Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal and promises an intense, emotionally driven love story. Produced by Karan Johar, Umesh Kumar Bansal, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, Meenu Aroraa, Somen Mishra, and Pragati Deshmukh, the film is backed by Dharma Productions, Zee Studios, and Cloud 9 Pictures. Dhadak 2 is set to release in theatres on August 1, 2025.
NDTV
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Dhadak Was Ahead Of Its Time, So Was Karan Johar With Ishaan Khatter And Janhvi Kapoor
New Delhi: Five years later, Dhadak, the film that was dismissed as 'just a glossy remake', might have been ahead of its time after all. A boy with a bowl cut. A girl with a smirk that could burn down dynasties. A world that didn't want them together. When Dhadak hit theatres in July 2018, it was sold as a launchpad for two star kids, Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter. It had Karan Johar's name on it, Dharma's polish over it, and Zingaat's bass booming beneath it. But behind the gloss, the chiffon, the lake views of Udaipur and the Marwari inflexions, lay a story far grimmer than many expected. Now, with Dhadak 2 's trailer making waves and the promise of a new chapter in the franchise, there's one truth we must acknowledge: Dhadak, for all its imperfections, dared to show us the brutality of caste-based violence and the social rot of honour killings within the framework of a mainstream Bollywood romance. In many ways, it was ahead of its time. A still from Dhadak 2 Why Touching Sairat Was Always Going To Hurt Let's not pretend Dhadak was born in a vacuum. Its DNA can be traced back to Sairat, Nagraj Manjule's 2016 Marathi-language masterpiece. A story of two teenagers, Archie (Rinku Rajguru) and Parshya (Akash Thosar), whose tender love is shattered by the violent realities of casteism, Sairat became the highest-grossing Marathi film of all time. Its rawness, realism and political courage sent ripples across the country. Naturally, any remake would invite comparisons. Brutal ones. Dhadak, helmed by Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania director Shashank Khaitan, took the same skeleton: a lower-caste boy falls in love with an upper-caste girl, they run away, build a life and are murdered in the name of "honour." But Khaitan transported the story from the dusty fields of rural Maharashtra to the tourist-laden palaces of Udaipur. Archie became Parthavi. Parshya became Madhukar. And with them, realism became romanticism. Or so it seemed. Caste, Class, And That Sudden Ending Dhadak doesn't wear its politics on its sleeve. In fact, that was its biggest criticism. It tiptoes around the word "jaat" (caste), replaces brutal silences with montages and serves heartbreak with a side of designer outfits. But then, the ending comes. Unflinching. Merciless. The "star kids" you spent two hours watching in soft light are slaughtered. A baby toddles into a bloodbath. And just like that, Dhadak stops being a glossed-up remake and becomes a Trojan horse. It introduced the reality of honour killings to multiplex audiences who'd never otherwise watch a film on caste. It sparked dinner-table conversations, however surface-level, about whether caste violence "still happens" in modern India. It did the unthinkable: it brought Sairat's climax to a pan-India crowd, even those who never saw Sairat. Karan Johar Did What No One Expected It's easy to associate Karan Johar with chiffon saris, Pali Hill brunches, and nepotism discourse. But Dhadak was a different kind of risk for the filmmaker. He didn't just acquire the remake rights, he backed a story that punched upwards. "When you adapt a film from brilliant source material, you always know that comparisons are inevitable," Johar said at the press conference. "But all you can do is pay homage," he added. This was also a moment of genre expansion for Dharma Productions. Known for lavish love stories (Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham), urban angst (Ae Dil Hai Mushkil) and youth dramas (Student Of The Year), Dharma had never taken on a story about inter-caste romance and honour killings. Johar may have softened the edges, but his choice to greenlight such a story, while still launching Janhvi Kapoor was a balancing act only someone like him could attempt. How Janhvi And Ishaan Proved They Were Here to Stay Let's address the elephant in the room: Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter came from privilege. She was Sridevi's daughter, he was Shahid Kapoor's brother. But in Dhadak, they didn't phone it in. Ishaan, all nervous energy and expressive eyes, brought vulnerability to Madhukar. Janhvi, though less assured, displayed a gentleness that suited Parthavi's arc. Their performances weren't revolutionary, but they were real. They didn't try to be Rinku and Akash. Instead, they made Madhukar and Parthavi their own. The chemistry was delicate, tentative, the kind that feels believable in a world where love itself is a risk. As Johar put it, "We keep using the word nepotism. But people are not here because of that word but because of their talent." How Dhadak Quietly Changed The Conversation When Dhadak released, it wasn't embraced by critics and fans alike. Many saw it as a watered-down version of Sairat. Others accused it of glamourising caste violence without addressing it head-on. And yes, those arguments weren't unfounded. But as time passed, Dhadak quietly entered the cultural bloodstream. It became a conversation starter. It made "honour killing" a searchable term on Google for a new generation. It dared to not give its love story a happy ending. And today, as Dhadak 2 promises to explore themes of "identity, power and the emotional price of love," we can finally look back and admit: Dhadak walked, so this sequel could run. Five Years On, Dhadak Deserves A Second Look Dhadak may not be flawless. It may not even be close to Sairat in terms of cinematic urgency. But it cracked open a space in Bollywood that didn't exist before, a space where caste-based stories could exist in multiplexes, not just film festivals. Where tragedy didn't need to look grainy to be taken seriously. Where a filmmaker like Karan Johar, known for everything but realism, chose to engage with one of India's most uncomfortable truths. It wasn't just a love story. It was a love story marked for death. And perhaps now, five years and one sequel later, we are finally ready to see it for what it really was.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Dhadak 2 Trailer: Triptii Dimri-Siddhant Chaturvedi's intense love story wins hearts, but netizens have ONE complaint
Back in 2018, Karan Johar presented Janhvi Kapoor in her debut with Dhadak, opposite Ishaan Khatter. A remake of Nagraj Manjule's Marathi film Sairat (2016), Dhadak emerged as a commercial success but was criticised for glossing over the caste-based discrimination shown in the original. So when KJo announced Dhadak 2, a spiritual sequel of Dhadak, with Triptii Dimri and Siddhant Chaturvedi in the lead, fans had their reservations despite the strong lead pair. Well, the trailer of the much-awaited film was dropped today and while netizens are pleasantly surprised, they have one complaint from Siddhant and Triptii's intercaste love story film. Triptii Dimri and Siddhant Chaturvedi in Dhadak 2 The three minute long trailer of Dhadak 2 has a melancholic theme, beginning with Siddhant Chaturvedi telling Triptii Dimri, 'Tum mujhse pyaar karti ho naa? Toh mujhse door raho.' She refuses to budge. But when did these intense feelings begin to blossom? When Siddhant aka Neelesh met Vidhi, played by Triptii, in law college. Triptii is bold, fierce whereas Siddhant is simple and sweet. Their love story takes a U-turn when Vidhi's family objects to the intercaste relationship. Enters Animal actor Saurabh Sachdeva, giving us goosebumps even with his limited screentime. Well, fans are sold! Lauding the actors and the trailer, one social media user shared, 'Badhiya trailer h ekdam. I'm not Sid's fan but after reading vile comments about him yesterday, I'm rooting for him. Always gonna back underdog. Baaki Tripti to h hi apne pahad ki talent. Wish this works totally,' whereas another wrote, 'Ah finally old Tripti is back.' A comment read, 'The intrigue factor is better than Dhadak 1 for sure, they shouldn't have called it 2 instead given some nice title. Siddhant isn't a bad actor tbh though I don't like him, also Tripti really looks very comfortable in these kind of scrips with depth. Music also isn't so bad. I just wish they hadn't revealed everything in the trailer itself, also I haven't watched og one so looking good so far,' whereas a netizen shared, 'Is Siddhant Chaturvedi back? Mc sher my gawd.' But netizens do have one complaint from the makers regarding Siddhant's character Neelesh. Under the trailer, one angry fan asked, 'Not the f**king brownface on the dude, just why???,' whereas another wrote, 'Only thing bothering me,tbh! Otherwise, decent trailer.' A comment read, 'It's melodrama, but it looks like well-made melodrama - and there's always space for that. Siddhant and Tripti to their credit, seem to know exactly the tone that's needed for a film like this. Having said that, can't bollywood show a poor person or someone of a lower caste, without browning up the actor?' Dhadak 2 is a Hindi remake of Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal (2018). The romantic drama is all set to arrive in theatres on August 1.
News18
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Scared Triptii Dimri Gives Siddhant Chaturvedi A Tight Hug In New Dhadak 2 Poster
Last Updated: Dhadak 2 is a romantic drama written and directed by Shazia Iqbal and produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. A day ahead of the Dhadak 2 trailer launch, Karan Johar has shared a new poster of the film, featuring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri. On Thursday, KJo took to his Instagram handle and dropped the poster in which a scared Triptii was seen giving a tight hug to Siddhant. The two looked visibly disturbed. The poster also featured a small photograph of Siddhant, being tied to a railway track, crying for help. Sharing the poster, Karan wrote in the caption, 'Their love echoes loud in every धड़क! ❤️ #Dhadak2 trailer out tomorrow." Check it out here: What Do We Know About Dhadak 2? Dhadak 2 is a romantic drama written and directed by Shazia Iqbal and produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. It is a spiritual sequel to Dhadak, which itself was the remake of the superhit Marathi film Sairat. Dhadak marked the Bollywood debuts of actress Janhvi Kapoor and actor Ishaan Khatter and was released in 2018. Previously, Dhadak director Shashank Khaitan expressed excitement for the film's sequel and exclusively told News18 Showsha, 'I'm extremely happy. I'm sure that it's going to be a very, very powerful story. I'm also excited about young actors coming up and telling social stories. I'm really looking forward to Dhadak 2. I think it was a very bold reveal in terms of how they announced the title and unveiled the actors." Later, Siddhant Chaturvedi also opened up about the film and told NDTV, 'We have made a really strong and rooted film. Usually, I have been approached for urban roles, but I come from Ballia, a small town in UP, and this is my first time exploring such a genre". 'I'm very excited, it's a wonderful script with an amazing co-actress, Triptii. I wish I could share more, but for now, I'll let the trailer do the talking. It will be out very soon this year. Fingers crossed," the actor added. Dhadak 2 will hit theatres on August 1, 2025. First Published: July 10, 2025, 15:28 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.
Hans India
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Special to be on set where women aren't just in front of the camera: Kritika on Anusha Rizvi's film
Special to be on set where women aren't just in front of the camera: Kritika on Anusha Rizvi's filmActress Kritika Kamra has wrapped up shooting for Anusha Rizvi's upcoming yet-to-be-titled film in Delhi, and she's calling the experience 'pretty special' for all the right reasons. What sets this project apart, according to Kritika, is the strong presence of women both in front of and behind the camera. Sharing her thoughts, Kritika said, 'It's pretty special to find yourself on a set where women aren't just in front of the camera, but are leading from every corner—direction, production, costumes, and more. Working with Anusha Rizvi was truly a gift.' The film brings together a talented female cast including Juhi Babbar and Shreya Dhanwanthary, along with several other seasoned women actors. Kritika, who has often collaborated with remarkable female talent throughout her career, emphasized the impact of such a dynamic environment. 'With this film, Anusha brings such a strong vision and creates a truly open space for collaboration. There's a different kind of energy when powerful women come together—it's nurturing, inspiring, and deeply enriching,' she added. 'We weren't just telling a story; we were sharing lived experiences, supporting each other, and lifting each other up.' The film, extensively shot in Delhi, is now in post-production. Apart from this project, Kritika will next be seen in the much-anticipated web series Matka King, starring Vijay Varma. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Nagraj Manjule (Sairat, Fandry), the series delves into the gritty world of 1960s Mumbai, tracing the rise of an enterprising cotton trader who creates a new gambling phenomenon called 'Matka'. Matka King also features Sai Tamhankar, Gulshan Grover, and Siddharth Jadhav, and is written by Abhay Koranne and Manjule. The show is being produced under Roy Kapur Films by Siddharth Roy Kapur, Nagraj Manjule, Gargi Kulkarni, Ashish Aryan, and Ashwini Sidwani.
