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What stopped Dharmendra from playing RAW chief in Saif‑Kareena’s Agent Vinod? Sriram Raghavan shared the behind‑the‑scenes story. Back in 2007, Sriram Raghavan’s edgy thriller Johnny Gaddaar featured veteran actor Dharmendra in a memorable role. The collaboration left the filmmaker eager to work with the legend again. At a recent event organised by the Screenwriters Association (SWA), Raghavan revealed that while planning Agent Vinod, he had written a role for the head of RAW- India’s intelligence agency. The idea was to pair Dharmendra with Zeenat Aman. “After Johnny Gaddar, I told him I want to work with you again, and he said,…

Cinematographer KK Senthil Kumar revealed how a chance moment of dust and light created one of Indian cinema’s most unforgettable visuals in Baahubali: The Conclusion. Sometimes the most iconic frames in a film aren’t born in the script but in the chaos of the set. In SS Rajamouli’s Baahubali: The Conclusion, the thunderclap of betrayal when Katappa (Sathyaraj) kills Baahubali (Prabhas) is etched into pop culture. But what many don’t know is that one of its most haunting visuals- Bhallaladeva’s looming silhouette was not a part of the film’s written script! Recently, in a chat with Indian Express, cinematographer KK…

Ali Abbas Zafar opened up on casting Ahaan Panday in YRF’s upcoming action‑romance, praising his sincerity, vulnerability and old‑school charm. Ali Abbas Zafar, the creative force behind blockbuster hits like Sultan and Tiger Zinda Hai, is gearing up for his next directorial outing under the Yash Raj Films banner. The yet-untitled project will feature Ahaan Panday in the lead, alongside Sharvari, marking a fresh pairing on screen. Recently, the filmmaker revealed that his decision to cast Ahaan stemmed from the Saiyaara star’s sincerity and screen presence. The Mere Brother Ki Dulhan director said that what he admires most about Ahaan…

You might be surprised to know that a casual remark led Anand Bakshi to write one of Bollywood’s most iconic songs, ‘Roop Tera Mastana,’ from the Rajesh Khanna–Sharmila Tagore starrer Aradhana. There are very few songs in Hindi cinema that capture timeless romance the way ‘Roop Tera Mastana’ from Shakti Samantha’s Aradhana (1969) does. Sung with effortless charm by Kishore Kumar, composed by S.D. Burman, and penned by Anand Bakshi, the track is still remembered for its sensuality, simplicity and Rajesh Khanna-Sharmila Tagore’s sultry chemistry. Adding to its legendary status is the fact that the entire song was filmed in…

Bhagyashree, in a recent interview, questioned the intimacy in today’s cinema, saying stories can be bold and diverse without making audiences squirm or defying social values. The 1990s is still remembered for wholesome family entertainers like Hum Aapke Hain Koun or Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. In that era, films weren’t just stories; they were outings, rituals, and shared experiences. Meanwhile, the cinema in today’s times, embraces intimacy and realism to mirror the society’s evolving values. While many celebrate this realism for its honesty and depth, actress Bhagyashree feels the boldness doesn’t have to mean discomfort. In a recent interview, she…

Composer Ismail Darbar recalled how Salman Khan-Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s ‘Tadap Tadap Ke’ song from Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam reduced Sanjay Leela Bhansali to tears. There are very few songs in Bollywood which carry the weight of heartbreak as powerfully as ‘Tadap Tadap Ke’ from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. Late KK’s emotional vocals feels like someone ripped open their chest and poured the pain straight into the mic. But what many don’t know is that this haunting melody didn’t just move audiences;  it broke the director himself. Recently in a conversation with Subhojit Ghosh’s YouTube channel, music…

Huma Qureshi, starring in Yash starrer Toxic, has this to say about its clash with Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2. On March 19, 2026, Indian cinema is set to witness one of its biggest box office battles in recent times. Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2, directed by Aditya Dhar, will lock horns with Yash’s Toxic, helmed by Geetu Mohandas. While trade analysts debate numbers and fan wars rage online, Huma Qureshi, who plays a prominent role in Toxic, has offered a refreshing perspective. The actress believes that rather than cannibalizing each other’s collections, the clash will prove there’s space for everyone to…

Costume designer Neeta Lulla shares how a missing bead from Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s jewellery triggered a full security alarm on the sets of Ashutosh Gowariker’s Jodhaa Akbar. Costume designer Neeta Lulla, celebrated for crafting some of Bollywood’s most iconic looks, has long been synonymous with cinematic grandeur. Recently while recalling her work on Ashutosh Gowarikar’s magnum opus Jodhaa Akbar (2008), she shared how the actors’ jewellery was so heavily guarded that even a single missing bead once triggered a full-blown security alarm across the sets. Reportedly, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan who played the role of Jodhaa, was decked out with over…

Jackie Shroff opened up on the challenges of doing romantic sequences with Madhuri Dixit on screen. Back in the 90s, Jackie Shroff and Madhuri Dixit were considered one of Bollywood’s most iconic on-screen pairs. Their chemistry stood out in films like 100 Days (1991), Sangeet (1992), and Khalnayak (1993). However, Jackie had a surprising confession to make when he recently graced The Great Indian Kapil Show with the dhak-dhak girl. The actor revealed that he felt shy during romantic scenes with Madhuri Dixit, admitting her expressive charm made it hard to look into her eyes. “I used to feel shy…

Sriram Raghavan revealed he was unhappy with the disclaimer in Ikkis. He also talked about how Badlapur’s climax music video disrupted the film’s mood. Months after Ikkis release, director Sriram Raghavan addressed the disclaimer that plays out even the end credits roll. He admitted that he was not happy with it. For the unversed, the disclaimer at the end of Ikkis conveyed that the humane treatment of Pakistani Brigadier K.M. Nisar was considered an exceptional case. It suggested that, in general, the neighbouring country could not be trusted. According to the statement, Pakistani forces had subjected Indian soldiers and civilians…