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‘Angry’ Nawazuddin Siddiqui said there are ‘no friendships’ between ‘insecure’ actors in Bollywood, deserving actors only get supporting roles: ‘We cast unreliable actors’

‘Angry’ Nawazuddin Siddiqui said there are ‘no friendships’ between ‘insecure’ actors in Bollywood, deserving actors only get supporting roles: ‘We cast unreliable actors’

In an interview with Screen on his birthday today, actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui opened up about fake friendships and relationships in the film industry.Nawazuddin Siddiqui always speaks his mind – whether he is talking about being an outsider in the film industry or how Bollywood works even for those who have got a little bit of popularity and work.In a recent interview for Screen’s Creators x Creators segment, birthday boy Nawazuddin opened up about his relationships in the industry, fake friendships and the casting of untrained actors in films while good actors only get ‘character or supporting’ roles.Nawazuddin emphasised that there…
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Bollywood sees rising trend of actors quitting films post signing, Paresh Rawal and Diljit Dosanjh latest to exit projects

Bollywood sees rising trend of actors quitting films post signing, Paresh Rawal and Diljit Dosanjh latest to exit projects

When Hera Pheri 3 was officially annouced with our beloved iconic characters - Raju (Akshay Kumar), Shyam (Suniel Shetty) and Baburao Ganpatrao Apte (Paresh Rawal), it created humongous buzz among the fans. However, the latest reports suggest that Paresh Rawal has quit the film due to creative differences with the makers. “There were creative differences between the makers and Paresh Rawal. As a result, the actor decided to step down from the film,” said a source to Bollywood Hungama. When Hera Pheri 3 was officially annouced with our beloved iconic characters - Raju (Akshay Kumar), Shyam (Suniel Shetty) and Baburao Ganpatrao Apte (Paresh Rawal),…
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Shilpa Shirodkar diagnosed with Covid-19, shares health update

Shilpa Shirodkar diagnosed with Covid-19, shares health update

Veteran Bollywood actress Shilpa Shirodkar has tested positive for Covid-19, she confirmed in a recent social media post. The actress, known for her work in films such as Hum and Khuda Gawah, shared an update on her health, assuring fans that she is recovering under medical supervision. In her announcement, Shirodkar mentioned experiencing mild symptoms, prompting her to undergo testing. Upon receiving a positive result, she immediately began following quarantine protocols and medical advice to prevent further spread of the virus. Fans and fellow celebrities have flooded her social media pages with messages of support and well wishes. Several Bollywood…
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Ananya Panday, Ishaan Khatter, and Anuv Jain shine in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list

Ananya Panday, Ishaan Khatter, and Anuv Jain shine in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list

Bollywood actors Ananya Panday and Ishaan Khatter, along with singer-songwriter Anuv Jain, have been featured in the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list for 2025. The annual list recognizes young achievers across various fields, highlighting their contributions to entertainment, sports, technology, and social impact. Forbes announced the 10th edition of its 30 Under 30 Asia list, which includes 30 talented individuals from the Asia-Pacific region under the age of 30. The entertainment section of the list features Panday, Khatter, and Jain, acknowledging their influence and success in their respective industries. Ananya Panday’s Rising Stardom Ananya Panday, 26, has made…
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Kanye West’s South Korea concert canceled amid controversy over ‘Heil Hitler’ song

Kanye West’s South Korea concert canceled amid controversy over ‘Heil Hitler’ song

South Korean e-commerce company Coupang has officially canceled Kanye West’s scheduled concert in Incheon following widespread backlash over his latest song, Heil Hitler. The decision was announced on Monday, with ticket vendor Interpark confirming that all purchased tickets would be fully refunded. The controversy stems from West’s recent release of Heil Hitler, a track that has drawn severe criticism for its apparent glorification of Nazi leader Adolf Hitler. The song, which was removed from streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, has sparked outrage among human rights organizations and the global music community. Coupang, which was organizing the concert through…
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According to Richa Chadha, granting filmmakers autonomy is the way to go

According to Richa Chadha, granting filmmakers autonomy is the way to go

Actor-producer Richa Chadha feels that the challenging time the Hindi film industry has been going through is due to changing consumer behavior. There is no denying that the pandemic has changed how people throughout the world consume content. "There has also been a change here," she continues. Everyone was locked at home, watching things at a different pace, and experimenting." As the larger films stop working, people are forced to turn inward more and more. Richa wishes to approach the problem in a different way now that she is producing movies. "I want to tell stories that are engaging, risk-taking,…
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নেটিজেনদের কাছে ট্রোলড হলেন আমির খান

নেটিজেনদের কাছে ট্রোলড হলেন আমির খান

মুক্তি পেয়েছে আমির খানের বহুল প্রতীক্ষিত ছবি 'সিতারে জমিন পার'-এর ট্রেলার। যদিও তার অনেক ভক্তই রোমাঞ্চিত, নেটিজেনদের একটি উল্লেখযোগ্য অংশ সোশ্যাল মিডিয়ায় হতাশা প্রকাশ করেছেন - ছবিটিকে স্প্যানিশ ছবি 'চ্যাম্পিয়ন্স'-এর ফ্রেম-বাই-ফ্রেম কপি বলে অভিযোগ করেছেন। আরএস প্রসন্ন পরিচালিত এই স্পোর্টস ড্রামা সিনেমাটি ২০০৭ সালের ক্লাসিক 'তারে জমিন পার'-এর একটি আধ্যাত্মিক সিক্যুয়েল বলে জানা গেছে, যা আমির খানের প্রযোজনা এবং শিরোনামও ছিল। উচ্চ প্রত্যাশা থাকা সত্ত্বেও, ট্রেলারটি অনলাইনে তীব্র প্রতিক্রিয়া সৃষ্টি করেছে এবং দর্শকরা এর মৌলিকত্ব এবং আবেগগত গভীরতার অভাবের কথা বলেছেন। এক্স (পূর্বে টুইটার) -এ একজন ব্যবহারকারী লিখেছেন, "ফ্রেম-বাই-ফ্রেম কপি করুন... 'সিতারে জমিন পার', তার কাছে নতুন কিছু দেওয়ার নেই?…
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‘Shah Rukh Khan was always a star,’ said his classmate Rahul Dev: ‘He was part of every sports team, drama club…’

‘Shah Rukh Khan was always a star,’ said his classmate Rahul Dev: ‘He was part of every sports team, drama club…’

In an exclusive interview with Screen, actor Rahul Dev opens up about his classmate, superstar Shah Rukh Khan.Before becoming a superstar, Shah Rukh Khan was a typical Delhi boy who studied at St Columba’s School in the capital. He was a senior to actor Rahul Dev, who in an exclusive interview with Screen opened up about his memories with Shah Rukh and his teenage years.“We would meet sometimes for cricket practice or during St Columba’s matches,” the actor recalled.When asked how Shah Rukh Khan was in school, Rahul Dev revealed that the actor was brilliant at everything. “He was always…
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Ana de Armas and Tom Cruise Team Up for Multiple Projects Amid Romance Buzz

Ana de Armas and Tom Cruise Team Up for Multiple Projects Amid Romance Buzz

Hollywood is buzzing with excitement as Ana de Armas has officially confirmed that she is working on multiple projects with Tom Cruise. The announcement comes amid growing speculation about their relationship, fueled by recent public sightings. During an appearance on Good Morning America, the Ballerina star revealed that she and Cruise are collaborating on several upcoming films, including projects with directors Doug Liman and Christopher McQuarrie. “It’s so much fun, and we’re definitely working on a lot of things,” Ana shared, adding, “Not just one but a few projects with Doug Liman and Christopher McQuarrie and, of course, Tom. And…
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আসছে ‘অপারেশন সিঁদুর’

আসছে ‘অপারেশন সিঁদুর’

২০১৯ সালে মুক্তিপ্রাপ্ত উরি- দ্য সার্জিক্যাল স্ট্রাইক ছবিটি বক্স অফিসে সুপারহিট হয়েছিল। এর বাইরেও দেশপ্রেমের উপর ভিত্তি করে তৈরি অনেক ছবি দর্শকদের কাছ থেকে প্রচুর ভালোবাসা পেয়েছে। এর ফলে ২০২৫ সালে ভারত ও পাকিস্তানের মধ্যে চলমান সামরিক উত্তেজনার উপর একটি ছবি তৈরির জন্য প্রযোজকদের মধ্যে প্রতিযোগিতা চলছে। তবে, এমন পরিস্থিতিতে নেটিজেনরা এই বিষয়ের উপর ছবির নির্মাতাদের উপর ক্ষুব্ধ এবং এই ছবির পোস্টার প্রকাশের সাথে সাথেই লোকেরা নির্মাতাদের লক্ষ্য করে। এক-দুইজন নয়, অনেক চলচ্চিত্র প্রযোজক-পরিচালক 'অপারেশন সিন্দুর' শিরোনামে তাদের ছবিটি নিবন্ধনের জন্য আবেদন করেছেন। তবে এটি কাকে দেওয়া হবে তা এখনও ঠিক হয়নি। তবে এখন পরিচালক উত্তম মহেশ্বরী এবং নীতিন কুমার…
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