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Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kajol says no contemporary actor reminds her of herself, lauds Alia Bhatt: ‘She has proven herself quite a bit'
Kajol recently praised the new generation of Bollywood stars for creating their unique identities, singling out Alia Bhatt for her impressive rise in the industry. When asked by India Today about the most promising talents among Gen-Z actors, Kajol said, 'Alia, I think she has proven herself quite a bit. So, I mean, yeah… Then you have Ananya, Janhvi, Sara – the regular – all of them.' Additionally, Kajol, expressed admiration for how today's actors are distinctly different from those of her era. 'I'm very happy to say that there is none,' she remarked when questioned if any young actor reminded her of her own generation from the '90s. 'It's not an arrogant statement or anything like that. But each one of the actors that we have has very clearly made their own world. They are not following anyone's footprints, and they shouldn't. It's a different world today.' She also elaborated on the evolving mindset of actors today, highlighting their clear sense of identity and choice in roles. 'They are very clearly following their own ideas about what films they should and shouldn't do. And they're even clearer about who they are. Their identity is pretty much set in stone, and it's not a map of anybody else,' Kajol said. Also Read | Kajol back-tracks after calling Ramoji Film City 'one of the most haunted places in the world', issues clarification: 'It's absolutely safe' Currently, Kajol is busy promoting her upcoming film Maa, scheduled for release in theatres on June 27. Meanwhile, Alia Bhatt is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film Alpha, which is set to be the next big release from Yash Raj Films' Spy Universe after War 2. Alia's last theatrical release, Jigra, underperformed at the box office, and she was also subjected to significant online hate and criticism for her performance.
News18
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Alpha: Alia Bhatt, Sharvari Prep For High-Energy Dance Number In Spy Thriller
Last Updated: Alpha is directed by Shiv Rawail, who previously helmed the globally successful streaming series The Railway Men, also backed by YRF. Alia Bhatt and Sharvari are currently deep into rehearsals for Alpha, the first female-led film in YRF's blockbuster Spy Universe. The movie promises to blend slick action with glamour—and now, a visually grand dance number is also in the works. On Friday, the duo was spotted exiting a dance studio in Mumbai. Dressed in comfy athleisure wear—Alia in black pants and a side-knotted crop top, and Sharvari sporting a similar look—the actresses appeared in high spirits. Alia waved to paparazzi as she quickly stepped into her car, while Sharvari stopped to smile and pose. A source close to the film shared exclusive details with ETimes, revealing that the song will be a showstopper. 'Both Alia and Sharvari were excited about this song. It's big and breathtaking. The ideas were always to have a visually stunning, high-energy song featuring the two female leads in an action-packed environment, and it's shaping up exactly like that," the insider said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Alpha is directed by Shiv Rawail, who previously helmed the globally successful streaming series The Railway Men, also backed by YRF. The film stars Anil Kapoor and Bobby Deol in pivotal roles. Interestingly, War 2 star Hrithik Roshan is expected to make a cameo appearance in the film, further linking it to the larger spyverse. Backed by Aditya Chopra, the YRF Spy Universe includes blockbusters like Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan, and Tiger 3. With War 2 scheduled for an August 14 release and starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, Alpha will follow on December 25. The events of both films are said to be interconnected. Fans can expect slick action sequences, female-led power moves, and now, an electrifying dance track to boot. First Published: June 21, 2025, 03:25 IST
India Today
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Alia Bhatt, Sharvari to feature in special dance track for action film Alpha: Report
Actors Alia Bhatt and Sharvari have started preparing for a new dance number in Yash Raj Films' upcoming action movie 'Alpha'. The song is being made as a high-energy dance number with grand visuals. Alia and Sharvari will be seen in a fresh new look, and both are working hard to perfect their to reports, the song is being filmed on a large scale. Alia and Sharvari have been training for the track for over two months. They have been rehearsing at YRF Studios in Mumbai and focusing on fitness to meet the demands of the source close to the production told ETimes, "Both Alia and Sharvari were excited about this song. It's big and breathtaking. The ideas were always to have a visually stunning, high-energy song featuring the two female leads in an action-packed environment, and it's shaping up exactly like that." 'Alpha' will be directed by Shiv Rawail and is part of the YRF Spy Universe. It will be the first time a woman leads a film in this franchise. The film also features Anil Kapoor and Bobby Deol in supporting roles, with Hrithik Roshan appearing in a cameo. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release during the Christmas weekend of YRF Spy Universe started with the 'Tiger' series, featuring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, beginning with 'Ek Tha Tiger' and later 'Tiger Zinda Hai'. The franchise expanded with 'War', 'Pathaan', and 'Tiger 3'. Upcoming films include 'War 2' directed by Ayan Mukerji, along with 'Pathaan 2' and 'Tiger vs. Pathaan'.Apart from 'Alpha', Alia Bhatt is also gearing up for 'Love & War' alongside Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal, directed by Sanjay Leela Reel
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Tiger vs Pathaan': Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan starrer being 'reimagined' amidst buzz about spy film being shelved
The much-hyped about film Tiger vs Pathaan , starring Bollywood heavyweights Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan , may not be hitting screens anytime soon, but contrary to speculation, new reports indicate that the film hasn't been shelved entirely. While Salman had earlier remarked that the film was 'not happening' at the moment, new reports suggest that Yash Raj Films (YRF) is in the process of reworking the ambitious spy film rather than abandoning it altogether. According to industry insiders, Aditya Chopra is currently re-evaluating the creative trajectory of the YRF Spy Universe, which began with Ek Tha Tiger in 2012, states a report on PeepingMoon. 'Aditya believes the Spy Universe films are veering toward repetition and need a revitalised approach to storytelling and presentation,' a source said to the entertainment portal. The report further adds that the intention is not to cancel major projects like Tiger vs Pathaan , but to reimagine them. 'The aim is to avoid formula fatigue by infusing fresh direction and innovative storytelling styles,' the source told the portal. Although fans have been eagerly awaiting the crossover clash between Salman's RAW agent Tiger and Shah Rukh's Pathaan, introduced in the 2023 blockbuster, there has been no official statement regarding the film's status. The Spy Universe also includes Hrithik Roshan 's Kabir in the WAR franchise and Alia Bhatt 's 'Alpha', which are slated to release in the months ahead. Meanwhile, SRK is currently busy with his other work commitments, currently filming the action film 'King'. The movie will see SRK sharing the screen with his daughter Suhana Khan . While this is not her debut
NDTV
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Is Shah Rukh Khan And Salman Khan's Tiger vs Pathaan Shelved? Details Inside
New Delhi: Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan's upcoming film Tiger vs Pathaan has reportedly been shelved. This claim comes after Salman confirmed earlier this year that the project is 'not happening' at the moment. The movie is a part of the YRF spy universe. Fresh reports have suggested that Aditya Chopra is planning to revamp Tiger vs Pathaan. According to media portal 'Aditya believes the Spy Universe films are veering toward repetition and need a revitalised approach to storytelling and presentation. So he is now reevaluating its roadmap and making significant changes to future plans.' The source added, 'The aim is not to shelve existing marquee projects but to ensure upcoming films like Tiger vs Pathaan follow a new creative path. The idea is to avoid formula fatigue by infusing fresh direction and innovative storytelling styles.' An official confirmation is, however, currently awaited. YRF's spy universe kicked off with Salman Khan's Ek Tha Tiger (2012), featuring Katrina Kaif. Salman Khan played the character of a RAW agent, Avinash Singh Rathore, code-named Tiger, in the film. He later reprised his role in Tiger Zinda Hai (2017) and Tiger 3 (2023). Shah Rukh Khan, on the other hand, joined the spy world with the blockbuster Pathaan (2023). The movie, directed by Siddharth Anand, also had a special cameo by Salman Khan. Another movie that is a part of this spy genre is Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff's War (2019). The line-up also includes War 2 and Alpha. Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh will share screen space in Alpha. Ahead of Tiger vs Pathaa n, Shah Rukh and Salman Khan have worked in films like Karan Arjun (1995), Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998) and Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam (2002). Salman Khan was last seen in the AR Murugadoss directorial Sikandar. The action adventure, also starring Pooja Hegde released this year on Eid. The film, however, did not match expectations. Shah Rukh Khan, on the other hand, appeared in the 2023 drama Dunki. He will next be seen in Sujoy Ghosh's King.
