What if a celebrated Bollywood film almost never saw the light of day? Farhan Akhtar recently opened up about how the script of Luck By Chance — written in the early 2000s by Zoya Akhtar — lay dormant for seven years. Even though the story was ready, they couldn’t find a willing lead actor. Multiple stars rejected it. Finally, after years of struggle and uncertainty, Farhan decided to don the lead role himself — turning a stalled dream into a film that went on to resonate deeply with those who understand the harsh realities of making it in Bollywood. Here’s why the film’s journey to release was as dramatic as the struggle it portrayed. He also opened up about his very first date with Shibani Dandekar. Here’s how a painfully still first date turned into one of Bollywood’s most talked-about love stories."
26 November,2025 04:59 PM ISTIndia is mourning the loss of Dharmendra, the beloved He-Man of Bollywood, who has passed away at 89. From a small village in Punjab to becoming one of India’s most iconic superstars, Dharmendra’s life was a journey of raw struggle, grit, passion, and an unbreakable dream.
24 November,2025 09:21 PM ISTHuma Qureshi joins Mayank Shekhar on Sit With Hitlist for a candid, no-filter conversation about her journey in Mumbai, from being a Delhite to carving her space in Bollywood with films like Maharani and Monica, O My Darling. In this episode, Huma opens up about rejection, bias, and what it truly means to stay authentic in a world obsessed with perfection.
12 November,2025 02:11 PM ISTGet ready for a candid, unscripted conversation with the brilliant actor and director, Konkona Sensharma! In this episode of Sit with HitList, Konkona opens up to Mayank Shekhar about her accidental journey in cinema, from being St. Stephen's College alumna to becoming a National Award-winning artist. The acclaimed actress, known for her powerful roles in Page 3, Wake Up Sid, and Luck by Chance (the famous Bombay Trilogy), discusses why she never saw herself as a mainstream star and what it means to be an outsider in the Bollywood industry. She candidly defines her own "snob" label, shares her mother Aparna Sen's influence, and reveals details about her process working with directors like Rituparno Ghosh and Vishal Bhardwaj (Omkara). Konkona also reflects on the early days of her career, getting her famous nickname Koko from Shabana Azmi, and the prep for Mr. and Mrs. Iyer.
03 November,2025 12:17 PM ISTAmidst the glitz and glamour of Mumbai’s bustling entertainment hub, the eagerly anticipated movie CREW’s trailer was launched on March 16. The movie is directed by Rajesh A Krishnan and stars three leading ladies of Bollywood Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Kriti Sanon along with musician Diljit Dosanjh and the comedic maestro, Kapil Sharma. The trailer launch event witnessed all three divas of Bollywood along with the captain of the ship Rajesh A Krishnan. The ‘CREW’ movie follows three resilient women as they navigate through life’s twists and turns, finding themselves entangled in unexpected circumstances. In the press conference, the leading ladies spoke about the experience of working in the film, and in a fun banter with the host, they also shared some anecdotes during the filming of the movie. While joking Tabu said, “Directors take me in their film to scold only because I seem to do that well.” Kareena spoke about the honour she felt after sharing screen space with both Tabu and Kriti. On the other hand, Kriti teased director Rajesh Krishnan and asked how he felt about working with three ladies.
17 September,2025 05:02 PM ISTFrom being stopped on Dhadak sets to navigating life in Hollywood with no luxuries, Ishaan Khatter opens up like never before! On mid-day’s podcast The Bombay Film Story, the actor shares behind-the-scenes moments — like how Majid Majidi kept him isolated during Beyond the Clouds, what it was like travelling in Mumbai locals for a year, and cooking his own meals while shooting abroad. Catch this honest, heartfelt conversation that traces Ishaan's evolution from an indie debut to the international stage.
05 July,2025 06:56 PM ISTNitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana is finally unveiled and it’s shaping up to be Indian cinema’s most ambitious mythological film ever. With Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Sunny Deol as Hanuman, plus a score by AR Rahman & Hans Zimmer, the film is set for a massive Diwali 2026 release. Will it erase the memory of Adipurush and deliver the epic we deserve?
03 July,2025 05:51 PM ISTShanaya Kapoor, who is making her Bollywood debut with Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, sits down for an exclusive chat with mid-day alongside her co-star Vikrant Massey, as they gear up for its release on July 11. Helmed by Santosh Singh, the romantic drama takes inspiration from Ruskin Bond’s acclaimed short story The Eyes Have It.
01 July,2025 11:26 AM ISTIn this candid episode of Sit With Hitlist, Randeep Hooda opens up about the life-changing audition that landed him a role in Mira Nair’s Monsoon Wedding. From recovering after a major accident to nervously auditioning with no idea who Mira Nair was, Randeep takes us through the serendipitous series of events that launched his film career. Watch as he reflects on theatre, working with Naseeruddin Shah, and the defining moment with Mira that changed everything.
25 June,2025 07:52 PM ISTIn this explosive episode of Midday Presents Sit With Hitlist, Randeep Hooda gets brutally honest about his life's best experiences. From throwing out someone from his house at 2 AM, to calling out the vanity of showbiz, Hooda opens up about battles, breakthroughs, and bonding with icons like Salman Khan and Naseeruddin Shah.
21 June,2025 12:47 AM ISTChitrangda Singh speaks to Mid-day about the success of Housefull 5 and lack of sense of humour in society. She also spoke about completing 20 years in the industry and why she took multiple breaks during her career.
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