Priyadarshan picks his fave
We wrote about Bobby Deol taking part in the antagonist in Priyadarshan’s adaptation of his 2016 Malayalam film, Mohanlal starrer, Oppam (Round two of blind man’s buff, May 3). Now we all know that it’s Akshay Kumar who’s taking part in the ruthless antagonist within the film. An insider tells mid-day, “Bobby was not replaced by Akshay. Both were among the three options that the makers had while casting for the project. There were three actors that were being considered and along with Bobby and Akshay, Akshaye Khanna was the other choice. But after working with Akshay in Bhooth Bangla, Priyan locked the star for the role as he felt the superstar best suited the character. Akshay will play Vasudevan, the serial killer [played by Samuthirakani in Oppam].”
Marriage felt isolating
Shahid Kapoor and Mira Kapoor
Mira Kapoor, Shahid Kapoor’s spouse, not too long ago mirrored on their organized marriage in 2015, when she was 20. She admitted that it was “initially isolating”, as her associates had been in numerous phases in life. Mira, in a chat with Naina Bhan, shared that when her associates had been finding out, she felt she was lagging behind. However, regardless of the challenges, their friendships sustained over time as he associates ultimately understood her new life section, having youngsters and constructing a household. Mira and Shahid have two youngsters, Misha and Zain.
Cinema can reunite the nation
(From left) Karan Johar and Vijay Deverakonda
At the not too long ago concluded World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) in Mumbai, Vijay Deverakonda participated in a session moderated by filmmaker Karan Johar, discussing the South versus Bollywood debate. Karan stated, “We truly have to believe that it is Indian cinema. We are not North, we are not South, we are collectively making cinema [in India as a whole].” Vijay agreed, stating, “South-North debate can be interesting for headlines but not very productive for cinema. If we have to take on the giants of the world, we need to collaborate.” He urged collaborations between stars like Shah Rukh Khan and Allu Arjun may unite the nation and develop their attain, including, “The only ambition of any human is to get eyeballs and expand their reach.”
Sorry, not sorry
Saif Ali Khan; (proper) Saif Ali Khan as Lankesh in Adipurush
Saif Ali Khan has clarified a current controversy surrounding his movie Adipurush (2023). A video clip that has gone viral on the web urged that he apologised to his son Taimur for making him watch the movie, however Saif set the file straight, saying, “I apologised to Tim for being the evil villain in the film. I was growling and smashing everyone in sight! He said next time you should play the hero.” The actor added that he stands by all his movies, together with Adipurush, the place he performed Lankesh.
Political thriller for Manoj
Manoj Bajpayee
Manoj Bajpayee is reportedly set to star in a brand new political thriller titled Governor, directed by Chinmay Mandlekar and produced by Vipul Shah below Sunshine Pictures. We have learnt that the actor will play the titular position of a governor on this intense drama. The movie has been in improvement for 2 years and was apparently to be helmed by Apoorv Singh Karki, with whom Manoj labored on Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai (2023). After issues didn’t work out with Apoorv for Governor, the actor beneficial Chinmay for the challenge after growing a inventive rapport with him on his upcoming movie, Inspector Zende. The movie is anticipated to go on flooring in July. He additionally has Masoom: The New Generation and the third season of The Family Man in his kitty.
No traces of Abir Gulaal
(From left) Vaani Kapoor and Fawad Khan. Pics/PTI, Instagram
Vaani Kapoor’s promotional posts for her movie Abir Gulaal, co-starring Pakistani actor Fawad Khan, have disappeared from her Instagram account. According to stories, the movie’s manufacturing staff deleted the collaborative posts, which had been mechanically faraway from Vaani’s profile. The transfer comes after the Pahalgam terror assault and authorities sources informed PTI, “The movie Abir Gulaal, starring Pakistani actor Fawad Khan, will not be allowed to release in India.” The movie was scheduled for launch on May 9. Several Pakistani artistes’ Instagram accounts, together with Fawad’s, have been restricted in India following the assault (Blocked in India, May 2). Vaani will subsequent be seen in Badtameez Gill with Paresh Rawal.
