At IFFI 2024, fashion designer Manish Malhotra revealed his long-awaited desire to produce and direct films. After the release of his debut film 'Saali Mohabbat,' he announced that two more movies are lined up. He shared that fulfilling his dream of making films was crucial, as he had been working on creating compelling content for years. Malhotra launched his production company, Stage5 Productions, three and a half years ago and has since been searching for unique scripts. Following Saali Mohabbat, his upcoming projects include Bun Tikki and Ul Julool Ishq
23 November,2024 05:13 PM IST
Director Rakesh Roshan has re-released his iconic film 'Karan Arjun' and revealed the movie's intriguing and complex casting history. Initially, the roles were supposed to be played by Ajay Devgn and Shah Rukh Khan, but due to certain issues, the casting plans changed. Roshan almost signed Aamir Khan to star opposite Salman Khan, but later decided to replace Aamir with Shah Rukh Khan. Roshan also shared an interesting anecdote about Shah Rukh’s initial reluctance to accept the film's theme of reincarnation. However, after the massive success of Karan Arjun, Shah Rukh humorously admitted his misjudgment and the director even joked that the success of the film inspired him to make 'Om Shanti Om.' When asked if he would consider remaking 'Karan Arjun,' Roshan suggested that Hrithik Roshan and Ranbir Kapoor would be his ideal choices for the new version.
23 November,2024 03:00 PM IST
Randeep Hooda and Ankita Lokhande discussed their experience at IFFI 2024, where 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar' was the opening film. Randeep expressed pride in representing India at Asia's biggest film festival, noting the unique experience of attending as a director, producer, and writer. The film marks his directorial debut. The 'Highway' actor believes deeply in the film's message and the hero he portrays. He shared that the movie was specially made for young people and to inspire them. Ankita praised Randeep's direction, highlighting that the true achievement for both director and actor is when they see their character on screen, not themselves.
22 November,2024 05:28 PM IST
Kartik Aaryan, one of Bollywood's most versatile actors, is celebrated for his magnetic presence and ability to excel in both comedy and drama. As the star of 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' turns 34, we take a moment to reflect on his incredible journey. From his debut in 'Pyaar Ka Punchnama' to his recent success, Kartik’s career has skyrocketed. His impressive car collection, which includes luxury vehicles like a BMW 5 Series, Lamborghini Urus, McLaren GT, and a Range Rover SV, speaks to his success. Along with his rising stardom, Kartik's pay cheques have also grown significantly, cementing his place as one of the highest-paid actors in the industry.
22 November,2024 10:55 AM IST
The iconic Bollywood film 'Karan Arjun' will be re-released theatrically on November 22, with a new trailer launched on November 13, sparking nostalgia among fans. Director Rakesh Roshan explained that despite the film being 30 years old, its popularity endures due to the star power of Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan and their lasting cultural influence. He also shared how the iconic dialogues "Karan Arjun Aayenge" and "Bhaag Arjun Bhaag" came to be, describing it as a moment of inspiration that perfectly captured the film's themes of destiny and the bond between the characters.
22 November,2024 10:01 AM IST
Bollywood actress Sheeba Sabir who made her Bollywood comeback with Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani speaks exclusively to mid-day.com about working with Karan Johar, and reuniting with Alia Bhatt in Jigra. She also recalls her time in showbiz and dabbling into new opportunities going forward. Watch the video for more
21 November,2024 07:00 PM IST
In a candid revelation, Rakesh shares that Hrithik had to travel with the unit by train, stay in shared rooms with four people, and experience a different kind of work life during the early years of his career. Watch the full story about Hrithik's journey and the father-son dynamic in filmmaking
21 November,2024 06:12 PM IST
Agni Trailer Launch: The cast and crew came together to celebrate the film’s theme and its significance. Actors Pratik Gandhi, Divyenndu, Saiyami Kher, Sai Tamhankar, Jitendra Joshi, and Udit Arora, along with director Rahul Dholakia, shared their thoughts on the project. The team praised the story, emphasising how the untold lives of firefighters—who risk their lives daily—deserve to be recognised and celebrated. The cast acknowledged that, before working on Agni, they knew very little about the challenges and sacrifices these brave individuals face. 'Agni' also marks the second collaboration between Pratik Gandhi and Divyenndu, who joked and shared light-hearted camaraderie during the event, reflecting their strong on-screen chemistry. Produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, 'Agni' will be available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video starting December 6.
21 November,2024 05:45 PM IST
Being a producer's son, it was probably only a matter of time before Arjun Kapoor followed in father Boney Kapoor's footsteps and turned a producer. Mid-day caught up with the actor at the Indian Racing Festival in Coimbatore, where he shared the plan is still at a nascent stage. The owner of the team, Speed Demons Delhi, also talked about his passion for motorsports and how a film on racing could totally be made in India. And of course, how his role as Danger Lanka in Singham Again has been loved by all.
21 November,2024 05:37 PM IST
The nine-day celebration of India’s cultural and cinematic heritage—the International Film Festival of India (IFFI)—has kickstarted in Goa. Many prominent celebrities like Nagarjuna, Sunny Kaushal, Sanya Malhotra, Bhumi Pednekar, Shekhar Kapur, Prasoon Joshi, & many others graced the event. Goa's Chief Minister, Pramod Sawant, addressed the 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) on November 20, highlighting the festival's growing success each year. He emphasised the strong connection between IFFI and Goa, calling it a key calendar event for both national and international guests. Sawant also mentioned ongoing efforts to upgrade the festival's infrastructure. The event, which began on November 20, will run until November 28 in Goa.
21 November,2024 04:28 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
