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Time of India
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
AIR 238 in JEE, IIT Delhi degree, well-paying job... then left everything for Rs 500 assignments. Now, he works with Ranbir Kapoor and Manoj Bajpayee
From cracking IIT Delhi with an AIR of 238 to stealing scenes as the iconic DJ Chitvan in TVF Tripling and portraying Bhagat Singh alongside Vicky Kaushal in Sardar Udham , actor Amol Parashar has lived one of the most unconventional Bollywood journeys of our time. In a recent conversation with Humans of Bombay, Amol shared how he walked away from a cushy consulting job — and proud parental expectations — to chase something that gave him true joy: theatre. With no contacts and little money, he arrived in Mumbai and began hustling at Prithvi Theatre, earning just Rs 500 to Rs 1000 per show while doing part-time jobs to stay afloat. It wasn't glamorous. But his persistence paid off — six months into the grind, a casting director who remembered him from his IIT days offered him an audition, which landed him his debut in Yash Raj Films' Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year , starring Ranbir Kapoor. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Tiger meeting her former zookeeper after 5 years. See what happens next! Story To Hear Undo The rest, as they say, is IMDb history. From theatre to web series to Bollywood, Amol's journey is a living example of what happens when talent, courage, and madness collide in the right measure. As Amol says, 'If you've dared to dream, at least give those dreams a fighting chance.' About Amol Parashar's career Amol Parashar has carved a niche for himself with his effortless versatility across web shows and films. He first shot to fame with his iconic turn as DJ Chitvan in TVF Tripling, a role that quickly became a cult favourite. But he proved he was much more than just a quirky character when he stunned audiences as Bhagat Singh in Shoojit Sircar's critically acclaimed Sardar Udham, starring alongside Vicky Kaushal. Amol has also held his own in films like Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare opposite Konkona Sen Sharma, and Traffic with Manoj Bajpayee, the Hindi remake of the hit Malayalam thriller. He took on his first full-fledged lead role in the comedy caper Cash, produced by Vishesh Bhatt, where he brought his signature charm to the big screen. He's also been part of digital hits like It Happened in Hong Kong opposite Aahana Kumra, which explored modern relationships with a slice-of-life vibe. Recently, Amol was seen in Gram Chikitsalay, sharing screen space with Vinay Pathak and Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, and in the family drama Kull: The Legacy of the Raisingghs, alongside Nimrat Kaur and Ridhi Dogra.
Deccan Herald
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Deccan Herald
Rajkummar Rao confirms doing Shoojit Sircar's next directorial
Earlier this year, there were media reports stating that Rao will be collaborating with Sircar, known for films like Vicky Donor, Madras Café, Piku, October, and Sardar Udham, for an untitled project, which will also feature another male lead.
Khaleej Times
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Banita Sandhu lays threadbare ills of body-shaming in the film industry
Welsh actress Banita Sandhu, who is known for her roles in the Bollywood flicks October and Sardar Udham, opened up about body shaming and revealed how she was once criticised for being too skinny. "I remember getting body shamed when I did a South Indian movie. I remember people calling me ugly because I looked like a twig," she said in a conversation with ANI, recalling how that comment affected her. "And how could the co-star be attracted to me in the movie because I was so skinny. That was the first time I think I experienced body shaming," she said. "But at the same time, it was this weird, it almost felt like a simulation because it was happening online. I don't know how to explain it. And it was from a culture that was something I hadn't grown up in." The actor chose to take it in her stride. "I was like, oh, okay, the beauty standard in this region is different to what I look like. And that's just how I took it. I didn't take it to heart. Like, oh, my God, I need to gain so much weight now. And I'm because I'm naturally very skinny, you can literally ask any producer I've worked with, like I eat the most on set." Sandhu was born and brought up in Caerleon, Wales. She made her cinema debut with the 2018 Shoojit Sircar directorial October, starring Varun Dhawan. This was followed by the American TV series Pandora, and the Tamil film Adithya Varma, a remake of the Telugu hit Arjun Reddy. The ace star said, "I was incredibly blessed. It was one of those things that, it was like a domino effect, and everything kind of just fell into place, and to have, your first movie with a director like that, too, it's a blessing and a curse, because it's a blessing to have your first movie with a director like that, but it's a curse in a sense that you really realise what a privilege it is to have a director like that for your first movie, and it's hard to get back there again." Sandhu is gearing up for her next project, Detective Sherdil, starring Diljit Dosanjh. While speaking about her experience in the film, she said, "I think it was the funnest time I've ever had on a movie set, honestly. I had the best time. It was incredible working with an ensemble cast like this, and we shot in Budapest, and it was so beautiful, and I really had a blast on this one." Sandhu had featured in the music video Jindh Mahi, alongside Dosanjh in 2018. "The great thing with Diljit is he is exactly the same as when I worked with him for the first time. He just keeps his head down, and he focusses, and he has a great work ethic, and incredible discipline, and I'm not surprised to see that he's gotten to where he has, because I've seen him put in the work over all of these years." "He's (Dosanjh) the best-dressed man in India, hands down," Sandhu signs off.
News18
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
This Actress Was Called 'Ugly, Twig' In South, Later Starred In Vicky Kaushal's Rs 70 Cr Film
Last Updated: Banita Sandhu was skinny shamed when she starred in a South Indian film. Body shaming and remarks on a person's physical appearance have been no new feat. Women are expected to have a perfectly toned body, and especially in the entertainment industry, actresses are constantly under scrutiny for their looks and are often subjected to severe criticism and brutal trolling. Welsh actress Banita Sandhu, who is known for her roles in 'October' and 'Sardar Udham', opened up about body shaming and revealed how she was once criticised for being too skinny. In a conversation with ANI, she recalled the incident of being body-shamed and how it affected her, 'I remember getting body shamed when I did a South Indian movie. I remember people calling me ugly because I looked like a twig. And how could the co-star be attracted to me in the movie, because I was so skinny? That was the first time I think I experienced body shaming. But at the same time, it was this weird, it almost felt like a simulation because it was happening online. I don't know how to explain it. And it was from a culture that was something I hadn't grown up in." Banita continued, 'So I didn't feel as closely offended or criticised by it. I was like, oh, okay, the beauty standard in this region is different to what I look like. And that's just how I took it. I didn't take it to heart. Like, oh, my God, I need to gain so much weight now. And I'm because I'm naturally very skinny, you can literally ask any producer I've worked with, like I eat the most on set." However, she suggested facing such criticisms without getting affected by them, 'So it wasn't something like it was the first time I experienced something like that. But also, I think with anything online, you just can't take it seriously… You really can't." Sandhu was born and brought up in Caerleon, Wales. She made her film debut with the 2018 Shoojit Sircar directorial 'October', starring Varun Dhawan. This was followed by the American TV series 'Pandora' and the Tamil film 'Adithya Varma', both in 2019. She was later seen in 'Sardar Udham'. The ace star said, 'I was incredibly blessed. It was one of those things that, it was like a domino effect, and everything kind of just fell into place, and to have, your first movie with a director like that, too, it's a blessing and a curse, because it's a blessing to have your first movie with a director like that, but it's a curse in a sense that you really realise what a privilege it is to have a director like that for your first movie, and it's hard to get back there again." Sandhu is gearing up for her next project, 'Detective Sherdil', starring Diljit Dosanjh. She opened up about sharing the screen space with Diljit and her role in the film. While speaking about her experience in the film, she said, " My experience of working on Detective Shield was… I think it was the funnest time I've ever had on a movie set, honestly. I had the best time. It was incredible working with an ensemble cast like this, and we shot in Budapest, and it was so beautiful, and I really had a blast on this one." She added, 'I think one of the main challenges for me was… I'm an actor who likes to have sufficient time to prep. I came on board with this movie like two weeks before they started shooting, so I didn't have much time, but we kind of just went into like intensive modes, and really went in on rehearsals, and workshops. I felt supported, because my character is deaf, and for that there had to be a lot of research, and rehearsal, and also kind of observation as well, and understanding your scenes, so that those technicalities don't come in the way of you acting when you're on set." Banita, who featured in the music video 'Jindh Mahi', alongside Diljit Dosanjh in 2018, shared her working experience with her in the movie. 'The great thing with Diljit is he is exactly the same as when I worked with him for the first time, as he was the second time. He is a kind of person who just keeps his head down, and he focusses, and he has a great work ethic, and incredible discipline, and I'm not surprised to see that he's gotten to where he has, because I've seen him put in the work over all of these years, so it's really fortunate for me to get to witness… someone who was really on the rise, and now to see them in like superstardom, it's incredible. We made several reels on the sets," she added. While praising Dosanjh for his style statement, the 'Adithya Varma' actor said, 'He's the best-dressed man in India, hands down." The film boasts a stellar ensemble cast including Diana Penty, Boman Irani, Ratna Pathak Shah, Chunky Panday, Sumeet Vyas, Kashmira Irani, and others. It is directed and edited by Ravi Chhabriya. The film is set to premiere on Zee5 on June 20, 2025. First Published: June 18, 2025, 20:55 IST
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Amol Parashar REACTS to dating rumours with Konkona Sensharma; recalls Vicky Kaushal's similar phase with Katrina Kaif before marriage
Amol Parashar has finally addressed the dating rumors linking him to Konkona Sensharma, clarifying that despite public perception, no one directly inquired about their relationship. Drawing a parallel to Vicky Kaushal's discreet courtship with Katrina Kaif, Amol emphasized his right to share personal news on his own terms, particularly via social media. Amol Parashar is finally breaking his silence on those long-running dating rumours with Konkona Sensharma. From red carpet moments to warm public hugs, the whispers have only grown louder. Now, in a candid chat, the Gram Chikitsalay actor not only sets the record straight but also draws a fun parallel to Vicky Kaushal 's hush-hush phase with Katrina Kaif — and yes, there's an 'Instagram official' twist too! In a recent chat with Hindustan Times, Amol addressed the ongoing buzz about his rumored relationship with Konkona Sensharma. He revealed that while many people assumed they were dating, no one actually approached him to ask about it directly. He also clarified that the rumours don't bother him and he has moved on from the chatter. He added that if there's ever anything to share about his personal life, he'll be the one to post it on social media himself. Amol, who stars in Gram Chikitsalay, shared his views on relationships, saying that every bond is different and doesn't necessarily need a label. What matters most to him, he said, is mutual happiness—and that both partners, along with their families, feel content and at peace with the relationship. Parashar also recalled a moment from the Sardar Udham shoot when Vicky Kaushal was facing dating rumours with Katrina Kaif. Amol shared that people would ask him about it, and he once told Vicky, 'Bhai, bata do sabko because people are asking me,' to which Vicky calmly replied that he would share it when the time was right. He finds it amusing that his personal life often makes more headlines than his work. He joked that despite all the acting he does, it's always the dating rumours that steal the limelight. The actor also spoke candidly about his views on marriage. He revealed that while his mother initially pressured him about settling down, she has become more relaxed over time. Amol added that he likes to keep life unpredictable—and his family has come to accept and understand that about him. Teh actor quipped that if and when he gets married, it will definitely be 'Instagram official,' as that's what seems to hold weight these days. For now, though, he confirmed there's nothing new to announce on that front.
