Throwback – Page 17

Disha Patani says visiting Japan felt like “stepping inside an anime”; Antarctica is still on her bucket list : Bollywood News

Disha Patani has often dazzled on screen, but it’s her off-screen adventures that are now capturing attention. In a recent interview with Femina magazine, the actress opened up about her travel experiences, revealing that her trip to Japan had a profound impact on her. Disha Patani says visiting Japan felt like “stepping inside an anime”; […]

Hansal Mehta on 11 years of CityLights, “We shot on platforms, in compartments, between crowds and curfews” 11 : Bollywood News

Hansal Mehta’s poignant drama CityLights completed 11 years today. Starring Rajkummar Rao, Patralekhaa and Manav Kaul, the movie was about a man, his wife and their little daughter migrating to Mumbai in hope of ending their poverty-stricken days. Mehta looked back at the film in an interview with us. Hansal Mehta on 11 years of […]

Raj Khosla 100th Birth Anniversary: 12 cult songs from the films of the prolific filmmaker 100 : Bollywood News

If there was anything that defined Raj Khosla, whose centenary falls on May 31, it was his terrific sense of music. The late studio baron and musical stalwart, S. Mukerji, whose film, Ek Musafir Ek Hasina (1962) was directed by Khosla, even advised him to direct his scenes like he did his songs—“strictly within the […]

Ajay Gupta credits Ranveer Singh for Ching’s viral Rocket Hai advertisement: “He is a partner in our marketing, not just a brand ambassador” : Bollywood News

In a candid conversation on Zerodha’s Exploring Minds podcast, Ajay Gupta, the founder of popular food brand Ching’s Secret, reflected on the brand’s long-standing and creatively vibrant association with Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh. According to Gupta, the goal was never to just hire a celebrity face, but to find someone who could embody the brand’s […]

Ali Fazal recalls Rekha tearing up during Richa Chadha’s death scene in Heeramandi: “I thought, maybe it’s just my bias” : Bollywood News

Ali Fazal has opened up about his emotional reaction to wife Richa Chadha’s brief yet powerful role in Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s opulent Netflix series that debuted in 2023. In the show, Chadha plays Lajjo, a lovelorn courtesan whose story concludes by the second episode but leaves a lasting impact on the […]

Kubbra Sait’s bold call for Period Positivity on Menstrual Hygiene Day: “Sometimes it’s like a trickle, sometimes it’s like a tsunami” : Bollywood News

In a country that celebrates the red sindoor as a symbol of marriage and the red chunari as a sign of devotion, actress and public speaker Kubbra Sait’s fiery monologue on menstruation she shared eight years ago lands like a much-needed slap of truth. The actress shared the link of the video on her Instagram […]

Ishaan Khatter praises Shahid Kapoor’s “layered” performance in Kabir Singh: “He brought dignity, brokenness, and a sense of righteousness to the role” : Bollywood News

Actor Ishaan Khatter recently opened up about the debate surrounding Shahid Kapoor’s 2019 film Kabir Singh, a film that received both massive box office success and widespread criticism. In a candid interview with Zoom, Ishaan shared his views on the character and the larger conversation around the film. Ishaan Khatter praises Shahid Kapoor’s “layered” performance […]

Tusshar Kapoor on 24 years of his debut Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai, “I was thrilled that I was launched without family support” 24 : Bollywood News

Actor Tusshar Kapoor made his debut with Satish Kaushik’s Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai. The film was a romantic drama that also starred Kareena Kapoor Khan. On the film’s 24th anniversary, which is today, Tusshar looked back fondly at it in an interview with us. Tusshar Kapoor on 24 years of his debut Mujhe Kucch Kehna […]

Zeenat Aman reflects on Manoranjan and her bold role as Nisha; says, “Right up there with Rupa and Janice” : Bollywood News

Veteran actress Zeenat Aman recently took to social media to revisit one of her lesser-known yet bold and memorable films — Manoranjan (1974), directed by Shammi Kapoor. Sharing a heartfelt note, Zeenat reflected on the film’s unique premise, her character Nisha, and the joy of working with Shammi Kapoor in his directorial debut. Zeenat Aman […]

Tusshar Kapoor opens up about early career struggles and facing negativity; says, “Bahut neecha giraane ki koshish, bahut negativity thi” : Bollywood News

Nepotism has been a hot topic in Bollywood in recent years, but not too long ago, actors from film families didn’t face as much criticism from the audience. Still, even veteran actors admit that some media scrutiny existed two decades ago. In an honest conversation with Hindustan Times, Tusshar Kapoor reflected on his debut year […]