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Indian Express
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Sunny Deol accepts losing money as a producer, started production company after being sidelined in Bollywood: ‘Took me 13 years to realise I'm not a good businessman'
Akshay Kumar and Sunny Deol made their big-screen debuts one year apart. For the longest time, the two competed for the title of the best action hero in the film industry. In a recent interaction, Sunny was asked what he thought about Akshay Kumar being promoted as 'Khiladi Kumar' and as the action hero of that era, while he wasn't given due credit for his contributions. Speaking to Zoom, Sunny shared that he felt many actors — without naming anyone — copied his style and rode on his hard work to climb the career ladder. He said, 'When I used to hear these things and I used to watch the films, I saw that actors copying my work and my style and go forward in his life. What happiness did they gain from doing this? I worked with all honesty, and I didn't think that this picture has this scene, so let's copy it. I was always against copying directly from other films and refused such ideas.' He added that thanks to OTT platforms and newer viewing formats, audiences are now beginning to recognise his true potential. 'I exist because of the new format which have come out and this generation have got the chance to see the reality,' he said. Sunny also opened up about the existence of camps in Bollywood and how the Deol family eventually decided to launch their own production house due to being sidelined by people in the industry. Sunny recalled that during his father's time, Bollywood was like a family but things went downhill after that. He said, 'This was the reason we started our own production and started making our own films. That's the reason we introduce Bobby Deol and Abhay Deol and other new actors through our company.' For the unversed, Sunny Deol's debut film Betaab was bankrolled by their own production house, Vijayta Films Pvt Ltd. Bobby Deol's debut film Barsaat was also produced by the same banner, and Abhay Deol's debut Socha Na Tha too was launched under the family's production label. Despite putting in their best efforts, Sunny admitted facing loses as a producer. He said, 'Eventually, I became the director and I started to do everything but things weren't falling in place. But now I'm not producing anything and it took me 13 years to realise that I am not a good businessman.' When asked that he lost a lot of money in his production ventures, the actor said people make and lose money but it's best to accept it as an experience and not regret it. 'Just move ahead,' he added.
NDTV
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Weekend Binge: Celebrate Imtiaz Ali's Birthday Week Rockstar Style
Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali is all set to celebrate his 54th birthday on June 16. From his directorial debut Socha Na Tha to delivering blockbuster hits like Jab We Met and Rockstar, Imtiaz has truly shaped modern Hindi cinema. Over a remarkable career spanning more than 20 years, the filmmaker has become synonymous with romantic dramas, artfully capturing the entire gamut of human emotions. To celebrate his birthday, why not dedicate your weekend watching his finest directorial gems? Here are some of Imtiaz Ali's films you can add to your watchlist: 1. Highway Headlined by Alia Bhatt and Randeep Hooda, the film follows the transformative journey of a young woman who gets abducted by thugs. As they travel across northern India, she gets her first taste of freedom and forms a bond with her captor in a Stockholm syndrome situation. 2. Rockstar The film narrates the story of a young musician named Janardhan Jakhar, played by Ranbir Kapoor. He transforms into a rockstar after he falls in love with a free-spirited woman, Heer (Nargis Fakhri). 3. Tamasha Ranbir Kapoor as Ved and Deepika Padukone as Tara have a whirlwind romance in Corsica while keeping their true identities hidden. When they reunite in Delhi, she's shocked to find Ved's drastically different persona. However, with her support, Ved embraces his true self and transforms into a more confident version of himself. 4. Jab We Met Aditya, a depressed businessman, boards a train on a whim and meets Geet, a lively and chatty girl running away to elope. As they embark on a series of misadventures, an unlikely friendship blossoms into romance, transforming Aditya's life. 5. Love Aaj Kal Jai and Meera, a modern couple in London, part ways to focus on their careers but remain friends. Meanwhile, Jai discovers the 1960s love story of Veer and Harleen, which makes him reflect on his own relationship with Meera and the true meaning of love. 6. Amar Singh Chamkila The film chronicles the life of Amar Singh Chamkila, a pioneering Punjabi singer-songwriter who rose to fame while navigating controversies and challenges. Chamkila was famous for his bold and provocative lyrics, which captivated the audiences in Punjab during the 1980s. 7. Jab Harry Met Sejal Harry, a charming tour guide, joins Sejal on a whirlwind search across Europe for her lost engagement ring. As they roam unfamiliar cities, Harry's tough exterior softens, leading to an unexpected romance between the two.
News18
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Abhay Deol Takes Over As A DJ At Gurugram Club, Fans Say 'He's So Hot'
Last Updated: Abhay Deol DJed at a Gurugram club, impressing fans. Known for films such as Zindagi Naa Milegi Dobara, his DJ videos went viral. Abhay Deol was seen taking over as the DJ of a plush club in Gurugram. The actor, known for films such as Zindagi Naa Milegi Dobara and Dev D, left fans swooning with his DJ moves on May 16. Glimpses of the actor from his night at the club are going viral. Though Abhay Deol refrained from posting about it, his videos from the epic party night are doing the rounds on the web. In a casual T-shirt and pants with sunnies, the actor set the tempo of the club with upbeat music. He focused on his DJ console and avoided eye contact with the guests. The club's social media handle also posted a consolidated video of their celebrity DJ in the house from his past stints. Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by SkillBox (@skillboxofficial) Abhay's DJing videos have been widely circulated on Reddit. 'He is in his Dev D arc", wrote an user, referring to his look. 'I find him so so hot", commented another fan. 'Likely place for him to be. He's so hot," said another. However, another section of fans wondered whether dearth of work has led to Abhay try out DJing. 'Itne bure din aa gaye hain?", a fourth user questioned. Abhay has worked in critically and commercially successful projects such as Socha Na Tha, Ahista-Ahista, Shanghai, Netflix show Trial By Fire, and others. However, the actor isn't working on a lot of projects of late. In 2019, Abhay Deol revealed why he has been working on fewer projects. He told Mid-Day, 'No one is giving me any work. The kind of content I want to be part of, is hardly made. At the same time, I have not closed myself to anything. As long as it excites me, I am game for it." 'It is a choice I have made. The kind of stories I like often comes from debutant directors. So, to ensure that the film sees the light of day is a long process in itself," Abhay added. He further told the newspaper, 'I haven't bagged awards or made any landmark project, so there won't be much to celebrate. If you go against the mainstream narrative, you do not get the [desired] visibility." First Published:
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Bobby Deol lost ‘Jab We Met': Imtiaz Ali revealed waiting two years before casting Shahid Kapoor
Jab We Met may be remembered as one of Bollywood's most beloved romantic dramas, but behind the film's charm lies a story of casting changes, misunderstandings, and creative decisions that shaped its destiny. Imtiaz Ali waited two years for Bobby Deol In a 2023 interview with Lallantop, Imtiaz Ali shared that Bobby Deol was initially set to star in Jab We Met. Being close friends, Imtiaz had planned the project with Bobby and even waited for two years to accommodate the actor's prior commitments. 'I didn't make the film for two years because I wanted Bobby to start it,' Imtiaz revealed. However, after already spending five years working on his debut film Socha Na Tha, and then waiting an additional two years for Bobby, Imtiaz found himself in a financial crunch. Eventually, the delay became untenable. 'He kept postponing my film… a time came when I didn't find it correct. I told Bobby, 'Let's not make this film. Let's shake hands and part ways,'' he explained. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Bobby's Side: 'I Suggested Kareena, Then Got Replaced' In a 2017 interview with HuffPost India, Bobby Deol had alleged that he was sidelined from Jab We Met after recommending both Kareena Kapoor and director Imtiaz Ali to the producers. According to Bobby, the actress, after some initial hesitation, agreed to do the film—but only after six months. Soon after, Bobby found himself out of the project and read in the news that Shahid Kapoor had been cast instead, reportedly due to Kareena's influence at the time. No Hard Feelings, Just Unfinished Business Despite the setback, Bobby has maintained a friendly relationship with Imtiaz. He jokingly remarked, 'Imtiaz, I won't watch any of your films until you make one with me. That'll be your best film.' Meanwhile, Imtiaz continues to praise Bobby and insists the decision was based purely on logistics—not favoritism. On the other hand, Bobby Deol's previous outing was in the Balayya (Nandamuri Balakrishna) starrer action thriller Telugu movie 'Daaku Maharaaj' where he played the role of an antagonist. Anil Kapoor Not Joining Naagzilla Cast Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
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First Post
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Bobby Deol reveals he was 'kicked out' of 'Jab We Met': 'They got Shahid and Kareena instead, I was really upset but...'
The Animal star continued, 'Then he said he wanted Kareena Kapoor, so I arranged a meeting with Kareena through someone. But she also turned it down.' read more Bobby Deol has spoken about what happened during the making of Imtiaz Ali's Jab We Met again in an interview The actor revealed, 'I wasn't offered.' He further revealed, 'Back then when Socha Na Tha was getting made, I saw its rush print. I caught Imtiaz and said, 'Look, your film hasn't released yet; it's only halfway done. I'm working with you, so write the script.' So, he started writing the script for me. I tried really hard to make that film (Jab WeMet) happen; I reached out to a lot of.' Advertisement Deol added, 'I approached a producer, Ashtavinayak. Actually, he came to me wanting to make a film. I suggested he take Imtiaz, but he said, 'No, not Imtiaz. We want to go with another director.' At that time, Imtiaz and I were really good friends, we still are, but we were super close back then.' The Animal star continued, 'Then he said he wanted Kareena Kapoor, so I arranged a meeting with Kareena through someone. But she also turned it down. After that, I talked to Preity Zinta and she said she wasn't interested at that moment. She said— I can't do it now, I'll do it later.' Bobby then revealed he was 'kicked out' of the film and Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan came on board. What Imtiaz Ali said While speaking to Lallantop, the filmmaker narrated his side of the story and said, 'I was planning to make Jab We Met with Bobby Deol. When I was making this film, Bobby and I were very good friends. His family… they are very nice people. But Socha Na Tha took five years to make and release. Meanwhile, I was trying to start a new film so Bobby was going to do Jab We Met. Then Socha Na Tha got over but I still didn't make the film for two years because I wanted Bobby to start it.' He added, 'But he was getting other offers from big directors, so he was waiting for that to happen. He kept postponing my film, but then a time came when I didn't find it correct because a lot of time went by. Because I did Socha Na Tha for five years and I didn't do a film for two years after that, so it was putting financial strain on me. Then I told Bobby, 'Let's not make this film. Let's shake our hands and decide we will not do this film together because then our thing will be affected.' Advertisement
