“I was deeply in love with the Maruti 1000, I named her Prema” – Jayeshbhai Jordaar star Ranveer Singh recalls owing the iconic car

Ranveer Singh, who will next be seen in Jayeshbhai Jordaar, has worked hard to make a mark in the industry. He is the finest actor this generation has seen and there are no two ways about it. He has a dreamy lifestyle with glam and his luxury cars. If anyone has followed his decade-long career, the actor has often purchased luxury cars and continues to add the newest collections to the garage.

In a conversation with Top Gear magazine, Ranveer Singh spoke at length about his obsession with cars and why he loves to collect them. Going down memory lane, he recalled owning Maruti and what it meant at the time. “The trip down memory lane has to commence with the Premier Padmini. Premier Padmini is such a significantly big part of our lives as Indians, no wonder that it has garnered cult status. I remember my family had a Premier Padmini, and when Maruti joined hands with Suzuki, it kicked off a revolution. Maruti is such an integral part of our lives as Indians. I would even go to the extent of articulating that Maruti is a very intrinsic part of our Indian culture. Our extended family garage also had an Ambassador. One thing I must mention… I used to love the Contessa in those days. I always wished we had one, but that didn’t happen, but yeah, the way I used to fawn over that car,” he said.

Ranveer Singh further said he loves to name his cars, adding, “My nana had a 118NE and I have fond memories of that car too. Then Maruti came out with the Maruti 1000 and it was an epic car. Owning a Maruti 1000 at that time meant a great deal. And it was actually after many years after the release of the Maruti 1000 that my father bought it. It was our prized possession! I think that it is my most memorable car of all time. Eventually, the Maruti 1000 was handed down to me. In a way, that was my first car, and I even had a name for her. I have a name for all my cars. And I get a kick out of giving each car a super cringy and random name (laughs) And because I was deeply in love with the Maruti 1000, I named her Prema. (My Aston Martin is named ‘Ram Pyaari’, for example).”

“Moreover, my father loves cars and messing around with them. He’ll go out and procure some special steering wheel, some fancy rims, or a belter of a music system with an insane subwoofer, for instance …So 1000 was a totally souped-up, jazzed-out Maruti 1000. Yeah ‘one of those.’ (Laughs) In retrospect, I wouldn’t have given away that Maruti. I would have just kept it because I have so so much sentimental value attached to that vehicle,” he said.

Ranveer Singh will be seen in Jayeshbhai Jordaar, produced by Maneesh Sharma, and also stars Arjun Reddy fame Shalini Pandey, who debuts on Bollywood’s big screen opposite Ranveer. The film has been directed by debutant Divyang Thakkar and is releasing worldwide on May 13, 2022. The actor has several projects in the pipeline including Cirkus, Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, and the Anniyan remake.

ALSO READ: Ranveer Singh and Rohit Shetty’s Cirkus to release on December 23, 2022; first look poster confirms double role

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Aayush Sharma bereaved, grandfather of Salman Khan’s brother-in-law passes away

Readers may be aware that politician Pandit Sukh Ram, who is also the grandfather of Aayush Sharma, was admitted to the hospital last week. The 95-year-old politician’s health deteriorated further and now reports suggest that the grandfather of the actor has passed away.

Reports have it that Aayush Sharma’s grandfather was airlifted to Delhi last weekend after his health started deteriorating after allegedly suffering a brain stroke. A day ago, rumours of his demise started doing the rounds on the internet but Aayush took to the media to quash these rumours.

In fact, the Antim actor also took to Instagram to update everyone about his grandfather’s health. He posted a long note saying, “My Grandfather Pandit Sukh Ram is a strong soul and fighting back bravely. To all the reports and rumours, in this testing time for our entire family, I kindly request everyone to pray for his well-being and refrain from the media from paying heed to any false news. We would keep you updated and informed about his health at every step. Heartfelt gratitude for all the prayers.”

Bollywood Hungama expresses its heartfelt condolences to Aayush Sharma and his family.

Also Read: Aayush Sharma’s grandfather and ex telecom minister Pandit Sukh Ram Sharma hospitalized

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Ranveer Singh reveals he could not stop kissing Deepika Padukone on the sets of Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram Leela

Ranveer Singh, who is known for his candour, in a recent interview, has made some hearty confessions about his favourites and his films. While speaking about the same, the actor spoke about a particular scene in Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram Leela where he engaged in a passionate lip-lock with Deepika Padukone, which did not break even after a brick was thrown into the room.

Speaking about it in an interview with Film Companion, Ranveer Singh explained that there are times when you can’t immediately switch off from the scene. He added that in such cases the word ‘cut’ often leaves you disturbed because you are engrossed at that moment. Mentioning a particular scene that became quite popular from the film, where Ram and Leela share a passionate lip-lock on the bed, Ranveer stated that even a flying brick failed to interrupt their kiss.

For those who don’t remember, Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram Leela features a scene right after Ram and Leela elope to get married. They share a passionate scene when they are on the bed in the same hotel room. During the scene, a brick comes flying into their room, which shatters the window glass and disrupts the surroundings. According to Ranveer, during one of those takes, the brick had already shattered the glass and it is supposed to have interrupted their kiss. But despite that, the two of them continued kissing. The actor went on to add that is when filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali also realized the feelings the two actors had for each other.

Although before marriage neither Ranveer Singh nor Deepika Padukone spoke about their relationship status, after their wedding in 2018, the Simmba actor revealed that they had started dating on the sets of Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram Leela. The film, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, is an Indian take on Romeo and Juliet set against the Gujarati rival gang backdrop. The film turned out to be one of the biggest hits of 2013.

On the other hand, Ranveer Singh is currently promoting Yash Raj Films’ Jayeshbhai Jordaar. The film, which also marks the Bollywood debut of Shalini Pandey, is expected to release on May 13, 2022.

Also Read: “Deepika Padukone keeps telling me that you are so intelligent but we don’t often get to see that side of you” – Ranveer Singh

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EXCLUSIVE: “Yes I was the first actor of my generation to cross the Rs. 100 crore mark but that’s not something you work for” – Arjun Kapoor

10 years ago, the talented Arjun Kapoor debuted on this very day with the intense romantic thriller, Ishaqzaade. Since then, he has managed to consolidate his position in the industry and also earn a huge fan following. On his 10th anniversary in the industry as an actor, Bollywood Hungama decided to exclusively speak to Arjun about his journey and a lot more.

Congratulations on completing 10 years! What’s the first thought that comes to your mind when someone mentions that you have completed 1 decade in the industry?
Time flies…that’s the first thought (smiles). I am actually quite confused about what to feel and what to think. That’s because 10 years is a long time but it feels like it’s flown by, to be honest. A lot has happened in these 10 years and yet, it still feels like I am just starting. So yeah, it’s amazing to be accepted and loved for 10 years and also to have ups and downs, to meet people, to travel, to shoot, to work, to grow as a person in all aspects. Yet, 10 years just feels like it’s gone with one click, literally.

Today is May 9. Do you remember what exactly were you doing on this day in 2012? Were you busy with the promotions of Ishaqzaade?
Yes, we were. However, this was the day when Yash ji (Yash Chopra), Pam aunty (Pamela Chopra), Parineeti, and I saw Ishaqzaade, although I am not sure if it was May 8 or May 9. Anyway, it was the first proper screening for the producer and the actors. So this was probably the day I finally saw myself on the big screen. When you work, you don’t realize but the big screen changes everything. I was absolutely overjoyed.

Speaking of your first co-star, Parineeti Chopra, the bond that you both share is quite lovely. You guys have been close pals even today and worked in 2 more films after Ishaqzaade…
The first co-star for any actor will always be special as you share so many ups and downs with them. It was her second film and my first film. We managed to handle the journey together quite nicely. We worked together again and we have always been in touch. We have a bond wherein we can pick up from where we left the last time. It is something to be savoured and is special. The film in itself for me will always be special. I am nothing without Ishaqzaade.

You were the first actor among your contemporaries to cross the Rs. 100 crore mark with 2 States (2014). Do you think on those lines that you want to give big hits and make another entry into the Rs. 100 crore club?
See, it was a very unconventional role and a film. This proves the point that it’s not always about doing a certain kind of film. It’s also a team effort at the end of the day. 2 States was made by the two producers, a director, and a writer. I’d never taken the onus and tried to pretend that I am the reason for a film’s success. I also don’t shy away from films if they don’t do well. Now that you mention it, yes I was the first (actor of my generation) to cross the Rs. 100 crore mark but that’s not something you work for. You work for making films that continuously do well. The numbers evolve. Phases happen in an actor’s life. However, you’d want to do all sorts of films and 2 States, for me, was special as it is. I never imagined that it would do so well. But I guess the film just connected with the people.

Now that cinemas have opened, would you like to have your film released in cinemas only?
It depends on what films you are making and what your ambition for the film is. It’s a very technical thing at the end of the day. All sorts of films will not work on OTT while all sorts of films, as we have clearly seen, will not work in theatres either. So, it’s a new normal we all have to adapt to. I have been given this opportunity to have 10 years in the industry thanks to the cinema-going audience. That will always remain my first love. I love the fact that I have been able to host a TV show, host award shows, be on television, travel the country, connect with the audience etc. But all that comes from being a mainstream Hindi film hero for the big screen. At the same time, the platforms allow you to experiment, push the envelope creatively, as an actor as well as a storyteller, and try and connect with an audience that perhaps will not always see the mainstream stuff. So, it comes down to choosing material to do for OTT vs say ki abhi picture bana di hai toh chalo ya toh OTT pe daalenge ya fir theatre mein. Obviously, you need to know in advance about it.

Will you be open to doing a web series? A lot of actors have been open about it off late…
Yaar sab kar rahe hai toh toh logon ko lagta hai ki main kyun nahi kar raha hoon. Well, as of now, my hands were full. I was one of the few actors who was working through the pandemic as well between Sardar Ka Grandson, Bhoot Police, Ek Villain Returns, Kuttey, and now The Ladykiller. So, I’ve been busy and haven’t got the time to analyze what kind of OTT shows, series, films, etc I’d like to do. The interest is there, the offers are there too. Jo theatre ke liye kar raha hoon, who obviously OTT pe nahi karna chahunga. It has to be perhaps away from what I’ve been doing right now. Let’s see. I am very keen to do something. I am, however, not sure what I want to do. I don’t think I am in the position where I want to do something for the heck of it.

Could you tell us in brief about your upcoming films – Ek Villain Returns, Kuttey, and The Ladykiller? All 3 films are quite different from each other…
I am very, very excited about Ek Villain Returns as that’s a Mohit Suri musical action thriller with an ensemble cast, comprising John Abraham, Disha Patani, Tara Sutaria, and myself. It has got great music and it’s visually very strong. So, it’s a proper cinematic summer blockbuster. I am also quite excited about how Mohit has presented me and I am also keen to see how the audience reacts to the way he has put me out in front of them.

I completed Kuttey in February. The simplest way to explain this film is that baap ne Kaminey banayi, beta Kuttey bana raha hai! In other words, Vishal Bhardwaj ji made Kaminey (2009) and his son Aasmaan Bhardwaj is making Kuttey. So, if you like Vishal ji’s idea of madness in Kaminey and its kinetic energy, then Kuttey is completely down your alley with an ensemble cast, comprising Kumud Mishra, Tabu, Konkona Sen Sharma, Naseeruddin Shah, Radhika Madan, and me. It’s a very different film from what people expect me to do as well.

The Ladykiller is like a dream that is being realized. I loved Ajay Bahl sir’s BA Pass (2013) and Section 375 (2019). Since the time he offered me the film 9-10 months ago, we have been trying to find the lady for the ladykiller (smiles)! We finally got Bhumi Pednekar on board after which we were able to make the film. It’s a very visceral and real noir romantic thriller. It’s visually very stunning. It’s a moody thriller, again not something that I have done before. It’s set in the mountains and it’s very cinematic with the performances being very dramatic. I am very glad that I am able to collaborate with people like Ajay sir, our DOP Anuj Dhawan, and Bhumi. Bhumi has been so good to work with. Abhi 20 din hi hue hai. It’s feeling like a film worth literally putting everything in.

You recently posted a picture of you and Bhumi Pednekar enjoying the snow in Manali. As someone sweating it out in the heat in Mumbai, I was quite jealous!
(laughs) But shooting in the cold is different compared to vacationing in this weather. Aap kabhi aaiye, minus temperatures mein night shoot kijiye, bhaag daud aur action kijiye, toh aapko pata chalega (laughs)! The grass is greener on the other side. Also, right now, we are shooting above Manali actually, in Lahaul, Spiti, Koksar, etc. These are the places where it’s still snowing. So it’s not like aaram waali thand hai!

In the next 10 years, can we see you getting into production and direction?
That is the intent. There is a time and place for things to happen. In the last 2-3 years, I have been re-energized. Because of the Covid wave, I was able to refocus and re-channel my energies. I also want to connect with my audience, give them respect and get their respect. I am also in a phase where I am able to take care of myself and start feeling good about myself. Right now, I am enjoying being back to feeling like I was 10 years back, before Ishaqzaade. I was then active enough, mentally excited, and physically, in the best shape ever. So, I think I would enjoy this phase of earning my respect again and connecting with my audience through the big screen or through OTT platforms, TV, etc. I would like to connect with them again and show them that I am here to feel accepted and loved, that I am always here to entertain them.

Out of the films that you have done in the last 10 films, which is the one film that you are most proud of?
Ishaqzaade. As I said, I am nothing without that film.

Who is the director with whom you’re dying to work?
There are so many. Ek se kaise pet bharega? 2-3 naam le lu? Rohit Shetty is there. Then I saw the trailer of Anubhav Sinha sir’s Anek. Trailer dekh ke laga ke kood ke chale jaau unke paas. Then there’s Rajkumar Hirani sir and so many others.

Which is the best compliment that you have got from an industry person or an aam junta?
The letter I got from Amit ji (Amitabh Bachchan) after the release of Ishaqzaade was very special to me. He also called me. And from the audience, just the fact that I got accepted was huge. I was a very ordinary-looking guy who was a fan of cinema and wanted to work in the movies. And I have worked me a** off. Also, there are many well-wishers who continue to support me and want me to do well. So, I am just thankful for the journey rather than any particular moment.

Which is the worst comment or feedback that you’ve come across?
Well, un cheezon pe dhyaan doge toh acchi cheezon pe kaise focus karoge (smiles)? Log toh kahenge. Lekin fir wohi aake aapki picture bhi dekhenge. So, that’s fine!

Also Read: John Abraham, Arjun Kapoor, Disha Patani, Tara Sutaria starrer Ek Villain Returns gets a new release date; to hit theatres on July 29

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Photos: Tamannaah Bhatia, Madhur Bhandarkar, Saurabh Shukla and Upasana Singh snapped at Babli Bouncer wrap up party at Olive Bar in Khar

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Photos: Mouni Roy and Vikrant Massey snapped at Estella in Juhu

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Photos: Ranveer Singh and Saiee Manjrekar snapped at the airport

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