One notable instance was Govinda’s decision to decline the role of Chunnilal in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Devdas (2002), a role that ultimately went to Jackie Shroff. Speaking about this, his wife Sunita Ahuja defended her husband’s choice, emphasizing his stature in the industry at the time. “Why would he play Chunnilal? He was a very big star," she said. Devdas also featured Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Madhur Dixit.
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Tanishaa Mukerji discussed the possibility of collaborating with her brother-in-law, Ajay Devgn, on future projects. While open to the idea, she emphasized that family support doesn't necessitate working together on every venture. She also highlighted how OTT platforms have broken down language barriers, allowing regional cinema to reach wider audiences who now prioritize content over language.
Deepika Padukone dazzled at Cartier's 25th anniversary celebrations in Dubai. While Ranveer Singh is in awe, the internet cannot stop gushing as she walks the ramp.
Junaid Khan, Aamir Khan's son, made his acting debut at 30 in a Netflix film and is now awaiting his first theatrical release, Loveyapa. He prefers discussing cinema with producer Boney Kapoor, valuing his extensive industry knowledge. Aamir Khan supports Junaid's career, attending promotional events and producing his next film.
Telugu cinema's recent shift towards action-packed blockbusters like 'Baahubali' and 'RRR' has led to a decline in comedy and family dramas. Factors include changing audience preferences and the rise of OTT platforms. However, the success of films like 'Sankranthiki Vasthunnam' indicates continued interest in family-oriented content, suggesting a need for balanced storytelling in the industry.
Cameron Diaz returns to acting, thanks to Jamie Foxx, after a decade-long hiatus. Diaz stars with Foxx in 'Back In Action', an action comedy released on January 17, 2025. Despite her gratitude for the comeback, she hints at the temporary nature of her return, expressing her right to decline future roles.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis urges the public to avoid speculation about the investigation into the attack on Saif Ali Khan. He assures a thorough police probe and promises a detailed media briefing. Saif and an employee were injured during an attack at his home; the suspect was later arrested.
Rasha Thadani will be making her debut with 'Azaad' opposite Aaman Devgn. The newbie opens up on how she's balancing her new acting career along with studying business management. Rasha also reveals that her mom Raveena Tandon doesn't praise her much as her parents want her to stay humble.
Loveyapa, an upcoming rom-com, is the first theatrical release of Junaid Khan after his debut movie 'Maharaja' which was released on the OTT platform. Directed by Siddharth P Malhotra, the film also featured Jaideep Ahlawat and Sharvari.
Kajol Devgn has purchased a 4,365 sq ft commercial space in Goregaon, Mumbai, for Rs 28.78 crore. The property, valued at Rs 65,940 per sq ft, includes a stamp duty of Rs 1.72 crore and four parking spaces. This follows her previous real estate investments in Mumbai.