Karan Johar remembers people calling Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani “vaccination” for Animal; calls the Ranbir Kapoor starrer “Best film of the year”

Bollywood’s renowned filmmaker, Karan Johar, has thrown his weight behind the controversial yet successful film, Animal, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. In a bold statement at the Mega Pan India Roundtable 2023, Johar declared the Ranbir Kapoor starrer the “best film of the year” and a “game-changer” for Indian cinema.

Johar, seated right next to Vanga during the roundtable, elaborated on his admiration for the film’s unconventional narrative. Animal is a stark contrast to Johar’s own recent romantic comedy, Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. He said, “People have come up to me after I spoke about how much I loved Animal, and said, ‘You have made Rocky Aur Rani,’ That’s the vaccination for a film like Animal. It’s the opposite extreme. I said that I cannot disagree with you more, because Animal to me is the best film of the year.”

“It took me a while to reach to this statement and a lot of courage because when you are around people, you fear judgement. Like during the time of Kabir Singh, which I also loved… I was like I am going to say this and I am going to get dirty looks from certain people but I don’t care anymore,” KJo added further. 

Explaining his take, the 51-year-old producer-director said, “I loved Animal for its front-footed, absolutely conviction-based narrative storytelling, breaking grammar, breaking myths, breaking everything that you think conforms to mainstream cinema. Suddenly you have an interval block where the hero is getting bashed up and everyone’s singing a song… I am like, ‘Where have you seen a sequence like this?’ It’s genius.”

Speaking of the climax, Karan asserted, “The end, where the two men are going for each other and they play that song… I had tears in my eyes, but there was only blood. So I was like something is wrong with me or something is wrong with him, but something put together is very right about this film.

Heaping praises on Vanga, Karan said, “This is not an average thinking mind. This is the mind of someone who is so distinct, so individualistic that I was blown away. I saw the film twice, first as an audience member and second to study it. I think the success and acceptance of Animal is game-changing. The conviction is something that I want to have.” 

Animal, starring Ranbir Kapoor in a dark and intense role, has already crossed the Rs 500 crore mark at the domestic box office. Despite its controversial themes, the film has garnered critical acclaim for its raw portrayal of human emotions and its captivating storytelling.

Also Read: Makers of Ranbir Kapoor starrer Animal to celebrate the incredible success of the film on January 6

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Koffee With Karan 8 Promo: Janhvi Kapoor has rumoured boyfriend Shikhar Pahariya on her speed dial; Khushi Kapoor addresses Vedang Raina dating rumours

Koffee With Karan season 8 is kicking of the year 2024 with sisters Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor in its forthcoming episodes. While this will be Janhvi’s third appearance on the show, The Archies debutante Khushi Kapoor will be making her debut on the celebrity talk show. And the promo for the upcoming episode is out.

In the promo, Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor talk about being confident about their episode. Karan asks Khushi about the conjecture of her dating The Archies actor Vedang Raina. To which, Khushi responds, “You know the scene in Om Shanti Om where the people are saying, ‘Om and I are just good friends!’” leaving both Karan and Janhvi in laughter.

Karan then talks about Janhvi Kapoor’s mimicing skills where the actress shows how her uncle Anil Kapoor behaves. In a fun segment, Karan asks Khushi about the boys she has dated. To which she responds, “I have only dated three and we are sticking to that” as she points finger at her younger sister.

When asked about the three people on her speed dial list, she mentions her father Boney Kapoor, sister Khushi Kapoor and her alleged boyfriend Shikhar Pahariya.

 

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Koffee With Karan 8 airs on Disney+ Hotstar on Thursday midnight.

Also Read: Koffee With Karan 8: Saif Ali Khan opens up about losing Bekhudi starring Kajol; says, “Rahul Rawail chucked me out of the movie”

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Bade Miyan Chote Miyan: Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff kick off the New Year with the first look from their action extravaganza

Filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar’s Bade Miyan Chote Miyan is one of the most keenly awaited films of 2024, more so for its fresh casting of Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. To kick off the year on a lively note, both the actors and the film’s makers turned to social media, offering a celebratory toast to the upcoming film.

Akshay and Tiger, in a joint post, shared their first look from the film where the two actors are seen enjoying a ride on the beach. The post is captioned, “Aapka naya saal Bada bane, chhoti chhoti khushiyon se. Happy New Year, from #BadeMiyanChoteMiyan. Don’t forget to block #Eid2024 to meet us in theatres. Let’s rock 2024!” The title song of the film is played in the background.

 

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Sharing a glimpse from the film, they set the stage for a year that promises not just festivities but also an adrenaline-packed cinematic experience. The synergy between these two actors has undoubtedly become the focal point of discussions, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the unfolding of Bade Miyan Chote Miyan on the silver screen.

The film also stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, adding another layer of intensity to this rollercoaster ride of emotions. From jaw-dropping stunts to a storyline that’ll keep you hooked, this film is a promise of entertainment that spans across all ages.

Vashu Bhagnani and Pooja Entertainment present Bade Miyan Chote Miyan in association with AAZ films. The film is written and directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, and produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, Jackky Bhagnani, Himanshu Kishan Mehra, Ali Abbas Zafar.

Bade Miyan Chote Miyan is all set to release on Eid 2024 in April.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar warns against fitness shortcuts in PM Modi’s Mann Ki Baat, encourages healthy living: “Don’t live a filter life, live a fitter life”

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Karan Johar pens emotional note on New Year’s Eve for best friend and Dharma Productions’ CEO Apoorva Mehta for his contribution towards their banner

Karan Johar has been successful in taking his home production house Dharma Productions to newer heights ever since he had to take on the responsibility following his father and well-known producer Yash Johar’s death in 2004. The filmmaker has now given a major credit for Dharma’s success to their banner’s CEO (Chief Executive Officer) Apoorva Mehta in an emotional post on Instagram.

By sharing his picture with Apoorva, Karan said that he came to his rescue to serve the banner despite being settled in the UK with his family. “When my father passed away in 2004… he left a void that perhaps can never be filled … on an emotional impulse I called my best friend @apoorva1972 who was based in the UK and very settled with his wife Bijal… I said “I need you … I have no family to help me build my father’s dream … Dharma productions” without even a pause he said “I will be there” and just like that overnight Bijal and him changed their settled life to walk into an unknown territory and as we enter 2024 I want to take this moment to express my deepest love and gratitude to both of them for being emotional and professional pillars to me in my most trying and challenging times!”

 

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Adding how proud Yash Johar would have been, Karan ended the note saying, “Thank you Aps! My father would have been so proud of us … just knowing that we could keep it together and do our best to build his dream….love you and thank you! Happy new year to us and the entire @dharmamovies @dharma2pointo @dharmaticent @dcatalent families! You are all the reason we stand firmly on our feet.”

Dharma Productions’ last venture was Karan’s directorial Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, which released last year and became a success. It had an ensemble cast of Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi.

Also Read: Varun Dhawan’s Dulhania 3 to go on floors in 2024; Karan Johar likely to launch a fresh face opposite Varun

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Fighter: Hrithik Roshan gives command to Air Force team in new stills shared by Siddharth Anand

With less than a month left for the release of Fighter starring Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone and Anil Kapoor, director Siddharth Anand has been teasing the fans with the glimpses of behind-the-scenes of the film. From the aerial shoots to on ground conversations, Siddharth has been showcasing what fans can expect from the upcoming movie.

In a series of photos shared on the social media, one can see Siddharth Anand on the sets to Fighter along with his team. Several artists are dressed in Air Force uniforms in a couple of shots. You can see the fighter jets in the photos. In one of the photos, Hrithik Roshan’s Squadron Leader Shamsher Pathania aka Patty is giving command during the target practice with his team.

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Two songs ‘Sher Khul Gaye’ & ‘Ishq Jaisa Kuch’ have been released. Fighter is set to release on the eve of India’s 75th Republic Day on January 25, 2024. The film also features a strong supporting cast of Karan Singh Grover, Akshay Oberoi, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Mahesh Shetty, and Talat Aziz.

Also Read: Hrithik Roshan takes swift action to add choreographer credits in Fighter after Bosco Martis expresses disappointment

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Javed Akhtar reveals that he wrote the evergreen song ‘Tumko Dekha Toh Yeh Khayal Aaya’ in 9 minutes, that too when he was 9 pegs down

A strong crowd of more than 2000 people had a great time attending the show ‘Main Koi Aisa Geet Gaoon’. Presented by Saregama, it featured Javed Akhtar narrating never-before-heard stories behind some of the classic songs he wrote. This was followed by Meiyang Chang and Jahnvi Shrimankar singing those songs. At the very beginning of the show, the legendary songwriter brought the house as he revealed the funny episode of writing the evergreen song ‘Tumko Dekha Toh Yeh Khayal Aaya’ from Saath Saath (1982).

Javed Akhtar started writing lyrics after Yash Chopra coaxed him to do so for his film Silsila (1981). He said, “A film takes a lot of time to be made. When it releases after 1 ½ years, tab log bolte hai ‘Bahut acche dialogue likhe hai aapne’. Matlab dedh saal lag jaata hai taarif sunne mein! With song lyrics, you write the song, it’ll be recorded in 2 days and the same evening, you’ll get to hear praises! Hence, I started to enjoy writing lyrics. Yeh aasaan bhi hai aur isme taareef zyada hai!”

He then said how he came on board for Saath Saath saying, “Yash Chopra’s fourth assistant, Raman Kumar, a very talented man, approached me. He told me that he is making a small film and doesn’t have a huge budget. He told me ‘Main aapse free mein likhwana chahta hoon’!”

Javed Akhtar, in his trademark style, quipped, “Now, there could be two reasons why I wrote the songs for free. One is that I am kind-hearted and I felt that gareeb ki madat karna mera kartavya hai. The other reason could be that I was enjoying songwriting. Which reason you feel is correct, uspe aap tick mark kar dijiye!”

He continued, “You might be a very good person but when you do work for free, you take time! Those days, I used to drink extensively, that too every night. I had to deliver just one song. Raman used to come home every night and tell me, ‘Sir, woh ek gaana reh gaya tha’. I would reply, ‘Haan, bilkul’. Because of me, his liver also got affected!”

Javed Akhtar added, “Every night, I would tell him, ‘Kal tumhara gaana likhte hai’. The scenario would repeat every night. He had to catch a train. Hence, he used to check his watch (to ensure he doesn’t miss the last local train).”

The Padma Bhushan awardee continued to raise laughs as he stated, “One night, he told me, ‘Aaj toh der ho gayi. Kal pakka likh dena aap’. I was 8-9 pegs down and aise mein, confidence bada aa jaata hai! I told him ‘Abhi kar dete hai’. I asked him for pen and paper. He was checking his watch, to catch the train. Hence, I know how much time I took to write the song.”

Javed Akhtar amazed the crowd as he revealed, “Yeh gaana sirf 9 minute mein likha tha. That song (‘Tumko Dekha Toh Yeh Khayal Aaya’) became a hit and continues to be popular even today.” As expected, the audience couldn’t stop clapping.

Saath Saath starred Farooq Shaikh and Deepti Naval. Incidentally, it was edited by none other than David Dhawan.

Also Read: REVEALED: Javed Akhtar was paid a whopping Rs. 25 lakhs to write Dunki’s song ‘Nikle The Kabhi Hum Ghar Se’; is the HIGHEST fee charged by any lyricist ever

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