In this powerful and unfiltered conversation, National Award-winning filmmaker Ananth Narayan Mahadevan opens up about the deep-rooted caste-based discrimination he has faced while making socially conscious films like Phule. Speaking about the intense opposition during the making of his film on Jyotiba and Savitribai Phule, Mahadevan boldly states that he felt treated like a "Dalit or Shudra" in Bollywood. He reflects on his commitment to telling honest stories without sensationalism, collaborating with Pratik Gandhi, and his upcoming introspective project Past Tense, which tackles themes of conscience and social responsibility.
26 April,2025 01:47 PM IST
The Mumbai screening of Phule, starring Pratik Gandhi and Patralekhaa, saw a strong Bollywood presence. Patralekhaa arrived with husband Rajkummar Rao, while other notable attendees included Javed Akhtar, Huma Qureshi, Abhishek Banerjee, Deepak Dobriyal, director Ananth Mahadevan, filmmaker Rahul Dholakia, and producers Suniil Jaiin and Ritesh Kudecha. The cast and crew paid tribute to the Pahalgam terror attack victims with black badges and a minute of silence.
25 April,2025 09:42 PM IST
Yami Gautam recently spoke about comparing her character to the iconic role of Geet from Jab We Met. She reflected on the similarities and differences between the two characters, explaining how each had their own unique charm and complexities. While Geet, played by Kareena Kapoor, is lively and spontaneous, Yami emphasised how her characters often bring a more grounded and subtle energy to the screen. In her upcoming movie Dhoom Dhaam, Yami stars alongside Pratik Gandhi, who plays the lead role. The film promises a fresh and exciting dynamic between the two, with Yami’s character offering a different yet captivating persona. Fans are eagerly anticipating the film, as both actors are known for their versatility and strong performances. It’s always interesting to hear actors discuss how they perceive their roles in relation to other memorable characters from Bollywood, and Yami's insights add even more excitement for Dhoom Dhaam.
27 January,2025 09:03 PM IST
A special screening was held for Divyenndu and Pratik Gandhi's upcoming film 'Agni,' and the event was a star-studded affair. The red carpet was graced by the lead cast and many notable celebrities, including Johnny Lever, Saiyami Kher, Gaurav Kapur, Anjum Sharma, Priya Bapat, and Abhishek Banerjee, all showing their support for the movie. A particularly exciting moment during the event was the reunion of 'Mirzapur' stars, as Divyenndu and Abhishek Banerjee posed together with Isha Talwar, bringing back memories of their intense roles in the popular series. Directed and written by Rahul Dholakia, 'Agni' is set to release on December 8, 2024
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