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Why Varun Dhawan's character does not wear helmet in Border 2?

Anurag Singh’s Border 2, which released in theatres on January 23, has emerged as one of the biggest blockbusters of the year. Bringing back Sunny Deol to the battlefield, the war drama opened to a terrific weekend and has since crossed the Rs 400 crore mark at the box office. But for producer and writer Nidhi Dutta, who is carrying forward the cinematic legacy of her father J.P. Dutta, numbers were never the driving force behind the film. “I have never spoken numbers. I have never said, ‘Oh, this is where I think we should do it — itna karegi, utna karegi,’” she says while talking to mid-day nealry two weeks after the film's release. “I’ve never learned that. My father’s never taught me that.” She recalls how her father J.P. Dutta once made the four-hour-long LOC Kargil, despite knowing its length would cost it shows in theatres. “That’s never been our focus,” she indicates — underscoring that storytelling has always taken precedence over commercial calculations. On the VFX Debate While Border 2 has largely been appreciated post-release, the film faced chatter around its heavy use of VFX even before it hit screens. Addressing the criticism, Dutta says the comparison with the 1997 classic is misplaced. “Everybody has been saying, ‘Border didn’t have VFX and this has too much VFX.’ But Border didn’t have the Navy. It’s not possible to go and blow up a ship in real time. So I could not have done that. I am thankful that we have VFX.” The sequel expands the war canvas to include naval operations, something she says would have been impossible to execute authentically without modern technology. “I would not have even been able to imagine the Navy as part of this if it wasn’t for the technology that I have today to create that. For me, the VFX has been a plus point. It’s been able to bring the dream to reality,” she explains. “Otherwise, how do I tell you what happened in the middle of the ocean? To my sailors, to my captain, to that ship? How do I bring that emotion to the public if I can’t create it?” Why Varun Dhawan’s character doesn’t wear a helmet All characters in Border 2 are inspired by real-life heroes. Varun Dhawan essays the role of Major Hoshiar Singh Dahiya, who played a pivotal role in the 1971 war. One detail that stood out to many viewers was that Varun’s character is often seen without a helmet during combat sequences. “If you see, in most of the action, Varun isn’t wearing a helmet. This is something we did knowingly because Hoshiar Singh refused to wear a helmet. His son - who is also a colonel in the army- told us this,” Dutta reveals. “It’s a huge thing. The guy was standing in front of bullets and all the action taking place, and he didn’t wear a helmet. These details matter.” On Varun Dhawan’s casting and ‘being chosen’ Before the film’s release, Varun Dhawan’s casting had drawn scepticism in certain quarters. But Dutta stands firmly by the choice. “I was in awe when I saw Varun perform. I was like, ‘Oh my God, he just stepped into the character like crazy.’” She reveals that on the first day of shoot, her father wrote a letter to the actors-  Varun, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty. “He always says one thing, ‘You think you’re choosing, you think you’re casting, but you’re not. The heroes sitting up in heaven choose who gets into their footsteps, who’s going to be wearing their shoes and walking that path.’” “So I think they were chosen,” she added. “When I saw Varun perform the way he did, I just knew there was nobody else. Even Diljit, even Ahan,  they embodied those characters.” Interestingly, when writing the script, she instinctively felt Ahan was meant to play a naval officer. “When I wrote the story, I never thought of him in an army character. Somehow I knew the Navy had to be Ahan. There’s a certain body language naval officers have. If an army, navy and air force officer walk into a room, you’ll know where they are from, they’re completely different.”

12 February,2026 01:48 PM IST | Mumbai | Athulya Nambiar
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Bhumi Pednekkar opens up about the massive failure of Lady Killer

Bhumi Pednekkar is currently riding high on the success of her latest release, Daldal. The actress, who has witnessed an illustrious career so far and continues to taste the sweetness of success, has had one film in her career which is written in history for the wrong reasons.  Bhumi starred in the 2023 film Lady Killer alongside Arjun Kapoor, which turned out to be a huge box office bomb. In fact, it is often touted as one of the biggest box-office bombs in the history of Indian cinema. When she appeared on Sit with Hitlist, she got candid about the failure of the film and made some shocking revelations. Bhumi Pednekkar recalls a lot of Lady Killer was never shot Bhumi recalls the first time she faced failure was in 2023, eight years after getting into the showbiz, where she says, “A film of mine wasn't accepted.” Notably, the film grossed only Rs 38,000 on its opening day and sold just 293 tickets nationwide. Talking of the Lady Killer, Bhumi shares, “The script that we read was a complete script, and there was a large part of that film that wasn't shot, that was put out. I wish I knew better because if I were somebody that belonged to these systems, I would have figured out a way, manoeuvred it better.” Recalling being in shock, she says, “I was in shock. I was like, ‘What is going on?’ We did not shoot about 35 per cent of the film. It's such a big mystery to me that I was suddenly just told that the film's being released.” Bhumi shares they were told about budget constraints, saying, “I think what I was told was that the film did go over budget, and it was kind of stretched out, and it went on for a long. But I don't know where do we fit in this equation because none of those things happen because of any of the actors.” Bhumi Pednekkar calls it a dark period of her life The actress further shares how it was a difficult phase of her life to get over the failure. She says, “It was a very heartbreaking time in my life. I was finished. I just didn't know how to recover from that. Because how are you going to go? Who are you going to?” Talking about whose fault the failure could possibly be, Bhumi shared, “It was just nobody's fault. It's such a khichdi in my mind. But it was a decision that the makers took at that point because they felt that was the right thing to do. It was also a time when we had not really recovered as an industry from everything we went through during COVID. These are producers who were in debt and had lost so much money. It was just a mess. “ The actress concludes, “I'm anyway just going to take it as a dark period of my life, and I've moved on.”

12 February,2026 01:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Bhumi Pednekkar opens up about Sonchiriya and Sushant Singh Rajput

Bhumi Pednekkar has delivered some of the most versatile performances in her career. Be it gaining unreasonable weight for Dum Laga Ke Haisha or playing a shooter dadi in Saandh Ki Aankh. While most of us consider these as her finest performances, she thinks otherwise. During her latest outing on Sit With Hitlist, she opened up about one of her most underrated films, Sonchiriya. She also opened up about her experience working with the late actor Sushant Singh Rajput. Bhumi Pednekkar about Sonchiriya Talking about her 2019 film, Bhumi shared, “We saw the kind of love that Sushant had. But clearly, that love did not translate to box office numbers at all when the movie came out.” Interestingly, Bhumi calls her role as Indumati Tomar in the film one of her finest performances. She reasons, “I'm so tough on myself as an actor that I don't enjoy anything that I do. But Sonchiriya was probably the only piece of work that I've really deeply enjoyed.” Recalling how she prepared for the role, she revealed that she trained for eight months, walking barefoot on the ground with five gharas of water on her head. She also recalled how the team helped her prepare for the role, saying, “There was a point when I was shooting Sonchiriya, and it was a very male-dominated set, and I was conditioned to feel lesser constantly for the character. And just not to feel safe, and to be like just alert all the time. It took me a very long time to get out of that character but probably one of my best experiences.” Bhumi Pednekkar on Sushant Singh Rajput Further talking about her co-star, Sushant Singh Rajput, she shared, “Also I found a great friend in Sushant there. He was just special. He was unique in many ways. Extremely knowledgeable, very learned, very earnest towards his craft. I've seen the boy physically train himself for the film.”  “He was just he was special in many ways, a great co-actor to work with. He gave me so much in every scene because most of my scenes were with him. He gave me so much fodder to feed off. You can do everything, but if you don't have a co-actor that respects you as an actor and who understands that, this probably is your moment in the scene, and you need to have it, and who's not insecure it's a blessing.” Talking about Sushant’s journey, Bhumi says, “He was a pure merit-based actor. Started with television, mainstream television, then middle-of-the-road films and then mainstream films. You don't start at the top. You keep going up,p and he got all those opportunities.”

12 February,2026 01:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Bhumi Pednekkar on being political: You need to have an opinion

Actor Bhumi Pednekkar strongly believes in having an opinion on the politics of one’s country, especially when one occupies a public platform. In a conversation with mid-day’s Sit With Hitlist, the actor opened up about her evolving political awareness, the responsibility that comes with being a public figure, and why issues like violence against women deserve far greater urgency than verdicts on stray dogs. Bhumi Pednekkar on politics When asked whether she is political, the actress said, “I think I went through a phase where I was very apolitical. But then I realised that we are a beautiful democracy, and you need to have an opinion. You need to have a stand.” She added that the responsibility is even greater when one is in the public eye. “After many years, I have tried to form some sort of an understanding of where I stand in the spectrum,” she said. Bhumi feels she has consistently used her platform through both films and social media to put across her viewpoints. “I think my films create enough noise. I’ve always used my platform to do so. I truly want to leave behind a set of movies that can be watched time and again,” she shared. Bhumi on stray dogs verdict  She added, “I do use my social media platforms to express my opinion, especially about things that are very close to me around the environment, animals, and dogs. I’m very actively part of the conversation around the judgement about picking up stray dogs.” Sharing her thoughts on the recent court verdict on removing stray dogs from the streets of Delhi, Pednekar stressed, “I have adopted quite a few, and I just don’t understand this. How is this the only solution? Especially in our country, when there are so many other issues that we are dealing with. How about picking up rapists from the road? Why don’t we start there? That is a very big problem in our country.” She further highlighted the alarming state of the country and the rising cases of violence against women. “In recent times, if you open the newspaper, you’ll always see an act of sexual violence against a woman. From a two-month-old child to an 80-year-old woman, nobody is safe. I feel like we have a lot of core issues that we need to deal with first before passing such impactful judgements on stray dogs,” she concluded.

12 February,2026 01:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Bhumi Pednekkar on using AI for acting: I don’t share scripts, but gain perspect

As conversations around artificial intelligence continue to dominate creative industries, actor Bhumi Pednekkar offers a thoughtful perspective on how technology can coexist with creativity. Rather than resisting the inevitability of AI, Bhumi believes in engaging with it consciously as a tool to enhance one’s craft. Bhumi Pednekkar on embracing AI Speaking on mid-day’s Sit With Hitlist, Bhumi shared how she has been using AI while working on her on-screen characters. The actress revealed that the technology has learnt her patterns and ways of thinking. For Bhumi, the realisation was simple: “The machine knows all of us. This is inevitable. I’d rather use it for productive things in my life.” That decision led her to embrace AI in practical, time-saving ways. From drafting emails to handling routine tasks, the actor admits the technology has streamlined her workflow, especially as she balances acting with her entrepreneurial ambitions. “It’s really got a lot of useless, time-wasting, clerical things out of my life because I’ve also started my entrepreneurial journey,” she said. Her curiosity about AI, however, isn’t recent. Bhumi recalled attending an intensive course in Boston that focused entirely on artificial intelligence and its rapid evolution. “It’s evolving every day,” she noted, adding that the experience pushed her to think critically about its potential. “If I do have a disruptive tool handy, easily available to us, something that’s completely democratised society in many, many ways, then how is it that I can use it for my benefit?” Bhumi on using AI for acting Despite embracing the technology, Bhumi draws a firm line when it comes to creative ownership. Reflecting on her process during Daldal, she made it clear that scripts are off-limits. “I would never put the script into the machine because I feel like that’s just not okay. That’s going to be available for a lot of people to access because you don’t have control over that.” Instead, Bhumi uses AI carefully and selectively. Her process involves independently building character notes, motivations, and backstories before turning to technology for additional perspective. “My general process would be where I would make notes about what the character’s past is and why that character is taking the kind of decisions it’s taking, especially for a show like Daldal, which is so complex and complicated.” What emerges, she said, is a layered exchange between technology and lived experience. “Then the machine gives you a perspective, which also kind of goes into my personal traumas, which it has probably somewhere recognised.” Ultimately, the choice remains hers. “It’s my choice how much of my personal trauma I want to put into this character.”

12 February,2026 01:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Why Bhumi Pednekkar turned down films that made Rs 300 crore at the Box Office 

For her first film, Bhumi Pednekkar increased her weight dramatically, a choice that was rare and uncommon for a debutant leading actress. But for Bhumi, transformation has never been just a creative decision; it has been a survival strategy. Looking back at the last few years of her career, the actor admits that constant physical and emotional reinvention came at a cost. “I think I went through so many transformations that in the past few years, I kind of forgot who I actually am. How do I look? Who is this girl?” she reflects in a conversation on mid-day’s Sit With Hitlist. Bhumi on criticism around Bala In her decade-long journey, Bhumi says she has undergone drastic physical changes for her roles. “For me, the only way to survive the industry was that I needed to go through a physical transformation because no other girl was doing that,” she says. From playing a 70-year-old woman to starring in Bala, a film that confronted colour bias in Indian society, Bhumi found herself constantly shape-shifting to tell stories that mattered to her. Addressing the criticism around her being darkened instead of casting a dark-skinned actor in Bala, the actress, who is a former casting agent, says she agrees with the criticism. She admits that if she were making the film today, she would have cast a dark-skinned actor, but as an actor, she saw it as an opportunity to explore her craft. “By the end of it, it is the director’s choice. And they won’t recast you, so why would you say no?” she asks candidly. For Bhumi, saying yes was also about creating space. “Do I not want to create opportunities? I do,” she says, adding that she hopes to foster such opportunities herself when she steps into production someday. Bhumi on turning down films However, reinvention comes with difficult trade-offs. “There are already only so many opportunities that come your way. How many are you going to let go of?” she asks. Bhumi admits she has already turned down several projects, including big-budget films. “There’s enough work that I’ve said no to. Films where the budgets were around Rs 300–350 crore. But I did not align with what I was doing in those films.” She added that one also has to be practical and think about career progression. “I have to run my house, and not just run my house, I want my career to move on,” she says honestly. For Bhumi Pednekkar, the journey continues to be a constant balancing act between integrity, ambition, and survival.

12 February,2026 12:54 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Bhumi Pednekkar shares her first salary was Rs 7000 with YRF

Bhumi Pednekkar recently appeared on the latest episode of Sit With Hitlist, and she had some interesting things to share from her life. She got candid about getting thrown out of film school for low attendance, paying her student loan from a Rs 7,000 starting salary, which she received from Yash Raj Films when she joined their casting team and much more.  Here’s what she shared… Bhumi Pednekkar reveals her first paycheque Interestingly, Bhumi started her career as a casting director with Yash Raj Films. Recalling her first paycheque, she shares, “Getting a monthly salary of Rs 7,000 rupees when I started, for me was a lot of money. It's a blessing.” When asked what her last salary at YRF was, she revealed, “I think it was a lakh and fifty.”  Talking about the job and her condition back then, she shares, “YRF happened to me at a time when I needed grounding and that's why that seven thousand rupees felt like seventy crores. I needed those seven thousand rupees to survive because I wasn't taking any money from home. My father  was unwell, there was a lot going on at home, and I just felt like you don't want to add to it.”  She reflected back on times she repaid her student loan of Rs 13 lakh, saying, “I had the student loan on me, it was a lot of money. It was 13 lakhs. Rs 4000 would go as my EMI, and the rest would be for my rickshaw, sev poori. I was a teenager, I was a 17-year-old, who could live on Rs 100 a day. I had rich friends, so they took care of me. They were really kind.” Bhumi recalls being thrown out of film school and bagging a job with YRF She reveals, “I was thrown out of film school, Whistling Woods, because my attendance was very poor.” Further sharing how she landed the YRF job, Bhumi recalls, “A friend of mine was the chief AD on Kurbaan and he told me YRF is starting a department, a casting department, because there were no casting directors then. Abhimanyu Ray was literally one of the first few casting directors. YRF was the first large production house or studio that dedicated a department to casting.” Recalling her interview, she shares, “I went and I had a resume that only had likeI had done my A-levels and studying simultaneously but thrown out of film school because of lack of attendance. So that doesn't say a lot about my great personality or my work ethic. I went in for this interview, and I clearly did not impress Abhimanyu sir at all and I did not get the job.” “Then two months after that interview, I got a call from Abhimanyu sir's assistant, and he said, ‘You are needed, you come. Two of the women we had hired have decided that they want to go to America and study. We need you.’ And that's how I landed the job,” she recalls.

12 February,2026 12:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Bhumi Pednekar recalls auditioning Ranveer Singh for Band Baaja Baarat

Before stepping into the spotlight, Bhumi Pednekkar quietly honed her craft behind the camera as a casting director at Yash Raj Films. Working closely with the studio, she witnessed and evaluated auditions of some of the industry’s biggest stars, which shaped her nuanced approach to acting. In a recent conversation on mid-day's Sit With Hitlist, the actress opened up about Ranveer Singh, Vicky Kaushal, and other actors auditioning, describing it as a surreal experience. Bhumi Pednekkar on auditioning Ranveer Singh Recalling her formative years at Yash Raj Films, Bhumi Pednekar opened up about working closely with the casting team and being directly involved in shaping debut performances, including that of Ranveer Singh. She stated, “My experience there was incredible. It was like a corporate job infused with a lot of creativity, and I had an absolute blast. I was an integral part of Ranveer’s casting process. If you see his audition BTS on YouTube, I’m the one cueing him for Band Baaja Baarat—the scene where he and Anushka fight over a colour during the wedding sequence.” Recalling her first impression of Ranveer Singh, Bhumi described his presence as instantly arresting. “I think he was just high on himself,” she said, adding that the energy in the room shifted the moment he walked in. “You’d think—he’s a newcomer coming in for an audition; where does that chutzpah come from?” She remembered him vividly in a white shirt and blue jeans, calling him unique, supremely talented, and unlike anyone she had seen before. Declaring herself a “big Ranveer Singh fan”, Bhumi praised his evolution as an actor, particularly post ’83 and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani. “I thoroughly enjoyed him in Dhurandhar—I was like, this guy can do anything. I loved him in Lootera. He’s as much a chameleon as any actor should be.”  Recalling her other finds, the actress shares how she took Pankaj Tripathi, Parineeti Chopra, Vaani Kapoor, and Vicky Kaushal’s auditions. Bhumi Pednekkar on Aditya Chopra Reflecting on the most influential mentor of her career, Bhumi Pednekar spoke candidly about Aditya Chopra’s impact on her life and work. “I don't think there has been any other authoritative figure in my life apart from him. He was my first boss, and that eventually turned into a mentorship. He is a genius and a visionary—he was doing shows even before OTT came into the picture. He’s chill, he has clarity, and he’s inclusive. What keeps his genius alive is the fact that he remains disconnected. The entire YRF institution operates from a place of abundance.” 

12 February,2026 12:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Bhumi Pednekar is not ashamed to share her admiration for Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra is truly a force to be reckoned with. Hailing from Bareilly, the desi girl is now ruling globally with her acting prowess. While her graceful presence leaves everyone gushing over her personality, Bhumi Pednekkar has openly confessed to being a long-time admirer. From dancing at her school function as a fan to cherishing personal encounters, the actress reveals what leaves her fawning over her. Bhumi Pednekkar on admiring Priyanka Chopra Bhumi Pednekkar opened up about her long-standing admiration for Priyanka Chopra, emphasising how inspiration can coexist with forging one’s own identity in the industry. In a recent conversation on mid-day's Sit With Hitlist, Bhumi gushed, “I have admired and loved her ever since she appeared in movies. I have always been vocal about it, but I’ve also tried to create my own identity. Even if I imbibe certain things from her, she is a great person to draw inspiration from. I’m not ashamed of it, nor am I someone who gets offended. She is truly amazing.”           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra) Bhumi also recalled how Priyanka paid attention when she went on to heap praise on her during the MAMI film festival. Bhumi on Priyanka being a guest at her school's annual day For those unversed, Bhumi and Priyanka’s brother Siddharth were in the same school, and during one of the annual day events, the actress was the guest of honour. The Daldal actress shared how PeeCee remembered that moment, and her persona left a lasting impact on her. “She remembered it vividly. There was this gathering in 2019, and when she met me, she was so warm. I was excited, and she said, ‘I will never forget that you stared at me at that annual day and danced for 20 minutes.’ I think when you are a star like her and create this sort of impact, it becomes a learning experience for me. I want to make sure everyone I meet remembers me in the best way possible. That’s the experience she gave me, and I was amazed.” Talking about Priyanka, the diva is all set to make her comeback in Indian cinema with SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi. Her first look as Mandakini was unveiled by the makers, and her fierce avatar stole the show. The film also stars Mahesh Babu in the lead role, with Prithviraj Sukumar playing the antagonist. 

12 February,2026 12:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Did you know Bhumi Pednekar and Randeep Hooda are distant cousins?

Bhumi Pednekkar has built a reputation for delivering layered and versatile performances, but beyond the screen, the actress often shares fascinating personal anecdotes that offer a glimpse into her life. In an exclusive segment on mid-day’s Sit With Hitlist, Bhumi opened up about her unexpected family connection to actor Randeep Hooda, revealing that the two are distant cousins with shared roots in Haryana.  Bhumi Pednekkar talks about Randeep Hooda being her distant cousin  Speaking about the relationship with Randeep Hooda, Bhumi confirmed the long-circulated trivia with warmth and clarity. "We actually are distant; we are connected through my maternal side," she said, adding context to their familial ties. "All Hoodas belong to a certain area in Haryana, and that is how we are related to each other as my mother is Haryanvi, and my maternal family is Hooda." Recalling her earliest memory of the actor, Bhumi shared a nostalgic story from her childhood. "I remember, one of my mamas was getting married, and I was quite young then, not even a teenager, and at that time, Monsoon Wedding had just been released. It was a big deal because he was my mama's friend, and I have a very clear memory of him at that wedding. Randeep is a great actor and what a great film." Bhumi Pednekkar recalls meeting Shah Rukh Khan  While much of that evening of meeting Shah Rukh Khan remains hazy to her now, the impression it left was lasting. "A large part of that conversation is a blur, but he invited me, and it was incredible because of just the way he makes you feel, and there was a lot of love in that room and a lot of learning," she reflected.  Bhumi also highlighted the qualities that stood out to her the most. "When you meet people who are in places like his, what I am seeking is learning. Because what impresses you is how humble this person is. While he's speaking with you, there could be anybody in his periphery, but he is with you; that's respect, that's character." She further noted that Khan’s reputation for graciousness is well deserved. "We've obviously heard all the legendary stories about how he'll come receive you, how he'll come drop you, and all of that is true."  Bhumi even described an amusing moment of hesitation around celebrity etiquette. As she shared how she waited for Shah Rukh Khan to leave and instructed her driver not to move their car till he leaves. As she wasn't sure what was the right etiquette around SRK back then. Through these memories, Bhumi painted a portrait of admiration, not just for a talented actor but for a person whose humility left a lasting mark. 

12 February,2026 12:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Jackie Shroff remembers Pran on his 106th birth anniversary

On the occasion of late legendary actor Pran’s 106th birth anniversary, actor Jackie Shroff paid a heartfelt tribute to the iconic star. An avid social media user, Jackie took to Instagram, where he shared a video montage featuring a black-and-white picture of Pran, set to the Manna Dey song Yari Hai Imaan Mera, picturised on the late star from the 1973 film Zanjeer. For the caption, he wrote: “Pran ji (folded hands emoji)( 12 Feb 1920- 12 July 2013).” Born Pran Kishan Sikand in 1920, the actor was one of the most successful and respected actors in the history of Indian cinema; in a career spanning over six decades. He was also one of the highest-paid actors of his time. He was popular for his villain roles and was a highly regarded character actor in Bollywood from the 1940s to the 1990s. He played heroes from 1940 to 1947, negative roles from 1942 to 1991, and supporting and character roles from 1967 to 2007. The early 50s through the 1970s were the peak of Pran's career as a villain. He was the lead in Khandaan (1942), Pilpili Saheb (1954) and Halaku (1956). He gained prominence with his roles in Madhumati (1958), Half Ticket (1960), Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai (1960), Shaheed (1965), Upkar (1967), Ram Aur Shyam (1967), Aansoo Ban Gaye Phool (1960), Purab Aur Paschim (1970), Johny Mera Naam (1970), Be-Imaan (1970), Victoria No. 203 (1972), Zanjeer (1973), Majboor (1974), Amar Akbar Anthony (1977), Don (1978), Sharaabi (1984) and Duniya (1984). He was honoured with the Padma Bhushan Award in 2001. His last film, Dosh, was released in 2007. Pran died aged 93 after suffering a prolonged illness. Talking about Jackie, he will next be seen in Ahmed Khan’s upcoming comedy film titled Welcome To The Jungle. The film has a huge star cast including names such as Akshay Kumar, Jackie Shroff, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez, Shreyas Talpade, Aftab Shivdasani, Mika Singh, Mukesh Tiwari, Zakir Hussain, Yashpal Sharma, Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Tusshar Kapoor, and Sayaji Shinde.  This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever

12 February,2026 12:43 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
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