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NDTV
a day ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Aanand L Rai Slams AI-Edited Raanjhanaa Ending In New Post: "The Last Three Weeks Have Been..."
New Delhi: Filmmaker Aanand L Rai has expressed strong disapproval of the AI-edited version of his film Raanjhanaa. Titled Ambikapathy, the Tamil version of the movie is set to be re-released in theatres on August 1 with an alternate, happier ending created using Artificial Intelligence (AI). The production banner Eros International has digitally reshaped the film – without its director's consent. In a post shared on Instagram, Aanand L Rai described the AI-edited version of his film as a jarring and disturbing alteration of his artistic vision. The filmmaker wrote, "The past three weeks have been surreal, and deeply upsetting. To watch Raanjhanaa, a film born out of care, conflict, collaboration, and creative risk, be altered, repackaged, and re-released without my knowledge or consent has been nothing short of devastating. What makes it worse is the complete ease and casualness with which it's been done." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aanand L Rai (@aanandlrai) Expressing gratitude to his industry colleagues for taking a stand against Eros, Aanand L Rai added, "And yet, in the middle of all this, the support and solidarity from the industry, our audiences, and the larger creative community has reminded me of what Raanjhanaa stood for in the first place – connection, courage, and truth. I'm deeply grateful for that." He continued, "Let me say this as clearly as I can: I do not support or endorse the AI-altered version of Raanjhanaa. It is unauthorised. I had no role in it. Neither did the team that made the film. And whatever it claims to be, it is not the film we intended, or made. This was never just a film to us. It was shaped by human hands, human flaws, and human feeling. What's now being circulated is not a tribute. It is a reckless takeover that strips the work of its intent, its context, and its soul." Aanand L Rai further mentioned that the AI-edited changes to his film are a betrayal of the team's work and legacy. "The idea that our work can be taken and modified by a machine, then dressed up as innovation, is deeply disrespectful. To cloak a film's emotional legacy in a synthetic cape without consent, is not a creative act. It's an abject betrayal of everything we built. I'm speaking for everyone who helped bring this film to life. The writer, actors, composer, lyricist, technicians, and larger crew. None of us were consulted. None of us were heard," the filmmaker wrote. Aanand concluded the post, writing, "If Raanjhanaa meant something to you, as it did to us, please know that this AI-altered version does not reflect who we were. Nor does it carry the spirit of the film we made. For those unversed, Aanand L Rai is expanding the Raanjhanaa universe with another intense love story titled Tere Ishq Mein. The film features Dhanush and Kriti Sanon in the lead roles.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Anand L Rai posts strongly worded note condemning AI-altered ending of Raanjhanaa: ‘An abject betrayal of everything we built'
Last week, SCREEN reported that the producers of the 2013 film Raanjhanaa were planning to re-release the movie with an AI-generated ending on August 1. The news sent shockwaves through the film industry, sparking widespread concern from fans and celebrities online. Now, filmmaker Aanand L Rai, in a heartfelt Instagram post, has clarified that neither he nor the original team had any involvement with the AI-altered version of the film. 'The past three weeks have been surreal, and deeply upsetting,' he wrote. Reflecting on the unauthorized changes made to the film's climax, Rai added, 'To watch Raanjhanaa, a film born out of care, conflict, collaboration, and creative risk, be altered, repackaged, and re-released without my knowledge or consent has been nothing short of devastating. What makes it worse is the complete ease and casualness with which it's been done.' Despite the shock, Aanand L Rai acknowledged the outpouring of support from the industry and the audience: 'And yet, in the middle of all this, the support and solidarity from the industry, our audiences, and the larger creative community has reminded me of what Raanjhanaa stood for in the first place, connection, courage, and truth. I'm deeply grateful for that.' Making his stance unequivocally clear, the filmmaker stated, 'Let me say this as clearly as I can: I do not support or endorse the AI-altered version of Raanjhanaa. It is unauthorised. I had no role in it. Neither did the team that made the film. And whatever it claims to be, it is not the film we intended, or made.' Also Read | Aanand L Rai on Dhanush-starrer Tere Ishq Mein: 'It is from the world of Raanjhanaa, but…' He continued, 'This was never just a film to us. It was shaped by human hands, human flaws, and human feeling. What's now being circulated is not a tribute. It is a reckless takeover that strips the work of its intent, its context, and its soul. The idea that our work can be taken and modified by a machine, then dressed up as innovation, is deeply disrespectful. To cloak a film's emotional legacy in a synthetic cape without consent, is not a creative act. It's an abject betrayal of everything we built. If Raanjhanaa meant something to you, as it did to us, please know that this AI-altered version does not reflect who we were. Nor does it carry the spirit of the film we made.' Shared post on Time When SCREEN had reached out to Eros Media World, the studio behind the film, Group CEO Pradeep Dwivedi responded with a statement: 'We are the sole and exclusive copyright holder and producer of Raanjhanaa, and are fully entitled, both legally and ethically, to adapt and re-release the film. This includes re-imagining certain elements using advanced tools such as generative AI to reach new audiences while preserving the original's artistic soul.' He continued, 'Contrary to the claims of 'artistic vandalism', our re-release is a respectful creative reinterpretation, clearly labelled and separate from the original version, offered as an addition to, not a replacement of, the original. Such practices are common in global cinema, and reflect our long-standing commitment to innovation, audience engagement, and cultural preservation.'
India.com
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress who has a successful film career, built a Rs 400 crore business empire in just two years, not Katrina Kaif, Deepika Padukone or Alia Bhatt, she is…
Home Entertainment Meet actress who has a successful film career, built a Rs 400 crore business empire in just two years, not Katrina Kaif, Deepika Padukone or Alia Bhatt, she is… Meet actress who has a successful film career, built a Rs 400 crore business empire in just two years, not Katrina Kaif, Deepika Padukone or Alia Bhatt, she is… This actress built a massive empire of Rs 400 crore in just two years. Despite having a successful run in cinemas, this diva continues to dominate the business world too. Many Bollywood actress struggled to make a career in the film industry, and one such name is Kriti Sanon. Recently, the actress celebrated her 35th birthday. Today we will tell you about the journey of Kriti Sanon in Bollywood and how she managed to build an impressive business of cosmetic worth Rs 400 crore. Know the journey of Kriti Sanon as a business woman For the unversed, Kriti Sanon completed her second anniversary of her beauty brand HYPHEN. The brand's co-founder and CEO Tarun Sharma said that the HYPHEN has achieved a gross revenue of Rs 400 crores in two years. Recently HYPHEN co-founder and CEO Tarun Sharma stated, 'Hyphen's second birthday was very special. We crossed Rs 400 crore ARR and 60% of our customers are returning. Reaching 1 million to 4 million consumers in a year was no less than a dream'. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kriti Sanon 🦋 (@kritisanon) When did Kriti Sanon launch her beauty product? Hyphen was started by Kriti Sanon on her 33rd birthday (July 2023). On this occasion, Kriti said, 'Creating HYPHEN from scratch has been a very personal and satisfying journey for me. When an idea turns into a brand and people start trusting it, that feeling is very special. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kriti Sanon 🦋 (@kritisanon) What is Kriti Sanon's next film? Along with the success of HYPHEN, Kriti's film career is also going well. Her last film 'Do Patti' (with Kajol) was liked on Netflix. Now she will soon be seen with Dhanush in the film 'Tere Ishq Mein'. Let us tell you that Kriti celebrated her 35th birthday in St. Tropez with her sister Nupur Senan and rumoured boyfriend Karan Bahia. For breaking news and live news updates, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Read more on Latest Entertainment News on
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Dhanush Says Aanand L Rai Invested Own Money To Cast Him In Raanjhanaa: 'They Didn't Have Budget'
Last Updated: Dhanush reveals he nearly turned down Raanjhanaa due to budget issues, and shares how director Aanand L Rai personally backed him to play Kundan. Dhanush might be a big name in Tamil cinema, but back in 2013, when he was gearing up for his Bollywood debut with Raanjhanaa, things weren't exactly smooth sailing. In fact, he nearly walked away from the film altogether. The actor recently looked back on the film during a special fan screening celebrating its 12th anniversary. While Raanjhanaa became a cult favourite over the years, Dhanush admitted that he was close to saying no – and it all came down to the budget. 'At that time, they didn't have the right kind of budget for hiring me as the lead actor. But this man's (Aanand L Rai) passion was so strong that he just wanted me to play Kundan. He could have offered any actor this part and they would have happily come on board. After all, it's such a great part," Dhanush shared, as quoted in SCREEN. The part he's talking about – Kundan – was a lovestruck Varanasi boy whose obsession and heartbreak eventually pull him into the world of politics. According to him, director Aanand L Rai had to take a big risk to make it happen. 'He went against all odds. I don't know I am supposed to say this and I don't care! He invested his own money as well. He went all out (to cast me). He saw Kundan in me and he stayed true to his vision," Dhanush said. Even for a seasoned performer like Dhanush, the pressure was real. He revealed that stepping into the Hindi film world brought a kind of fear he hadn't experienced before. 'I was not scared during my first film. When I was written off, I was not scared. That's how I am. But for the first time, I was scared. I felt responsible. So, I was praying so hard to God that 'Somehow save this man,'" he said, reflecting on the weight of expectations. In the end, the gamble paid off. Raanjhanaa clicked with audiences and critics alike. 'They made a cult classic. It is not the story of Kundan and Zoya. It is the story of two mad men who believed in this," Dhanush added. The film also starred Sonam Kapoor, Abhay Deol, Swara Bhaskar and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, and became a defining moment in Aanand L Rai's directorial career. Since Raanjhanaa, Dhanush and Aanand L Rai have teamed up again, including in the 2021 film Atrangi Re, and are working together on Tere Ishq Mein – a film Rai has said is set in 'the same world as Raanjhanaa." 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.
Time of India
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dhanush follows Rajinikanth and Vijay's fans' connect, plans 25-week meetups, political announcement buzz grows
Dhanush , one of the leading actors of Tamil cinema, is actively pursuing his next projects after the recently released film 'Kuberaa'. Currently, he is not only working as a hero in the film 'Idly Kadai' but also working as a director. In addition, he has also acted in the Hindi film 'Tere Ishq Mein', which marks his reunion with director Anand L Rai. Apart from on-screen works, Dhanush is currently engaged in off-screen work to interact directly with his fans. Dhanush plans weekly photo sessions with fans It is a common practice for Superstar Rajinikanth and Thalapathy Vijay to meet fans in person and take photos with them regularly. Similarly, Dhanush has now decided to follow the same path, as per the report from Daily Thanthi. Responding to fans' requests over the years, he has now booked a studio in Saligramam, Chennai, for 25 consecutive weeks (Sundays only). Dhanush to meet 500 fans every Sunday Dhanush plans to meet 500 of his fans in person and take photos with them every Sunday starting July 27th a day ahead of his birthday. Through this, he wants to express his affection for his fans. Although this meeting was already scheduled to take place last Sunday, he was unable to participate due to a minor leg injury. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Lana Green Is Retiring - Her Final Jewelry Pieces Are 80% Off Design Craft Weekly Read More Undo Political entry speculation rises In this situation, speculation has begun to spread in circles as to whether Dhanush, who has followed Rajini's path, will enter politics in the future, similar to Vijay's political journey. Dhanush is reportedly going to make an important announcement soon, and this adds further fuel to his political entry reports. This has created a lot of interest in the cinema and political circles.
