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India Today
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Ram Kapoor reacts to rumoured rift with Ekta Kapoor: She can say what she wants
Actor Ram Kapoor has finally responded to the buzz around his rumoured fallout with producer Ekta Kapoor. The speculation began after Ram's earlier comments about the intimate scenes in 'Bade Achhe Lagte Hain' seemingly didn't sit well with Ekta, who reacted strongly on social a recent interview with NDTV, Ram chose not to escalate the issue, instead expressing gratitude towards the producer. 'She can say whatever she wants to, but I will not say a word. Because at the end of the day, she gave me what no one gave me. She believed in me when nobody else did. And for that, I will always be grateful. She has the right to say whatever she wants to about me till the end of my career,' Ram the playful jab made by his wife Gautami Kapoor, seen as a response to Ekta's comment on his weight loss, Ram said, 'My wife knows where I stand. It was all in good cannot forget what someone has done for you.' The controversy initially sparked when Ram hinted that Ekta faced challenges following the airing of 'Bade Achhe Lagte Hain's romantic scenes. Ekta then posted a fiery message online - 'Unprofessional actors giving interviews about my shows should shut up. False information and skewed stories can only last till I talk. But there is dignity in silence.' She followed it up with a video making a tongue-in-cheek comment about body image, saying, 'Hum bade hi acche lagte gain (We really do look good).'Meanwhile, Ram Kapoor is gearing up for his next project, 'Mistry', a detective series set to premiere on JioHotstar on June 27. Directed by Rishab Seth and produced by Banijay Asia with Universal International Studios, the show also stars Mona Singh as ACP Sehmat Siddiqui, alongside Shikha Talsania and Kshitish Date. 'Mistry' is the Indian adaptation of the award-winning American series 'Monk'.Must Watch
Hindustan Times
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Ram Kapoor addresses rumoured fallout with Ekta Kapoor: 'She can say whatever she wants to'
Actor Ram Kapoor and producer Ekta Kapoor have been making headlines lately due to their rumoured falling out, sparked by Ram's comments about the intimate scenes in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain. Now, Ram has finally addressed the buzz around the tension. Also read: 'Hum bade hi achche lagte hain': Did Ekta Kapoor take indirect dig at Ram Kapoor's Ozempic weight loss rumours? Ram opened up about the much-discussed fallout with producer Ekta Kapoor during an interview with NDTV. Ram chose not to fuel the fire, opting for silence instead of publicly discussing the rift with Ekta, and refrained from making any negative comments about her. Ram has worked with Ekta on shows such as Bade Achhe Lagte Hain and Kasamh Se. He said, 'She can say whatever she wants to, but I will not say a word. Because at the end of the day, she gave me what no one gave me. She believed in me when nobody else did. And for that, I will always be grateful. She has the right to say whatever she wants to about me till the end of my career.' The actor also addressed his wife Gautami's cryptic post, calling it a playful banter. Gautami had seemingly responded by taking a dig at Ekta's comments about Ram's weight loss. In the interview, Ram said, 'My wife knows where I stand. It was all in good cannot forget what someone has done for you.' The rift started when Ram suggested in an interview that Ekta had to deal with the aftermath of Bade Achhe Lagte Hain's romantic scenes. Ekta fired back on social media, saying, 'Unprofessional actors giving interviews about my shows should shut up. False information and skewed stories can only last till I talk. But there is dignity in silence'. In another apparent jibe at Ram's physical transformation, Ekta posted a video joking about weight loss and body image, referencing the show title: 'Hum bade hi acche lagte hain'. Ram, who has been in the news for his drastic weight loss, will next be seen in a detective show, Mistry. It will be out on JioHotstar on June 27. Produced by Banijay Asia in association with Universal International Studios and directed by Rishab Seth, Mistry is the Indian adaptation of the multi-award-winning US series Monk. The star cast includes Mona Singh as the fearless ACP Sehmat Siddiqui. Shikha Talsania, and Kshitish Date.
Mint
2 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Online games and self-publishing platforms: movie producers tap new avenues for fresh plotlines
With few movie or show titles finding favour either in cinemas or on streaming platforms, producers and studios are tapping new avenues such as online games and other digital platforms to unearth stories that can resonate with a larger audience. Producer Siddharth Roy Kapur-led Roy Kapur Films has partnered with self-publishing and audiobook platform Pratilipi, a company with which Disney Star (now part of Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries Ltd) has also signed a deal. Production company Banijay Asia recently partnered with Nazara Technologies Ltd-owned esports platform NODWIN Gaming Pvt. Ltd to adapt mobile games into reality shows. Indian movies are having a tough time drawing audiences to the theatres. Bollywood, the Hindi film industry and India's largest, is expected to see a meagre 10-20% year-on-year increase in revenue for the first half of 2025, Mint reported on 17 June citing trade experts. But for a few big-ticket releases, the Hindi film business is likely to fall short of the box-office collection in the first half of calendar 2024. Entertainment industry experts say this approach could help studios and producers speak to the youth and audiences in the heartland and stand out in a cluttered market. Movie studios globally already tap popular novels, comics and games for stories that could resonate with a wide audience. Also read | From influencers to moguls: Why digital creators are launching production houses 'Studios and producers worldwide are realising that to consistently succeed in any format, be it movies, OTT shows, or any other, you need to have a great story at the core of it," Ranjeet Pratap Singh, chief executive and co-founder, Pratilipi, said. 'If the core story or IP (intellectual property) is already proven to resonate with a large group of people, it has much better odds of success in a new format." While IP sharing varies widely depending on the partnership, Pratilipi has largely struck deals in which it retains the base IP and non-audio visual derivative rights while the distributor or studio hold the audio-visual rights. Deepak Dhar, founder and group CEO of Banijay Asia and EndemolShine India, said in a statement while announcing the partnership with NODWIN Gaming that the production company was focused on creating content that can resonate with evolving youth audiences. 'Gaming is not just a sport; it's a culture, a lifestyle, and a massive content opportunity," added Dhar. Also read | Bollywood's next-gen steps up early as brands tap family legacy for marketing muscle 'Tapping newer, culturally resonant spaces' Entertainment industry experts emphasize there is a clear cost advantage in picking stories that have already been tested and loved on other platforms. Developing a story from scratch involves considerable time and resources, ideation, writing, revisions, test screenings and, often, multiple rewrites. In contrast, when a studio acquires a story from Pratilipi or adapts a game from NODWIN, it would be building on an existing foundation that has a fan following for its characters and fictional universe. This not only reduces the development time but also lowers the financial risk. Also, marketing gets a head start when audiences are already familiar with the source material. Munish Vaid, vice-president, Primus Partners, a management consultancy, acknowledged that studios are now looking beyond traditional scripts and turning to platforms like Pratilipi or NODWIN Gaming because that is where fresh, community-driven storytelling is happening. 'It is also a strategic way to stay relevant in a content-heavy landscape, where standing out requires tapping into newer, culturally resonant spaces. Storytelling today is not just about writing a script but about sensing where stories are naturally emerging and meeting audiences there," Vaid said. Also read | Independent producers, boutique studios veer towards regional cinema for big gains However, stories from publishing platforms or games often need significant adaptation to fit the pacing, tone and emotional depth expected from film or series formats. For example, a story on a publishing app might rely on episodic drama, while a game might have more action and world-building. These elements need to be reshaped for a more passive, cinematic audience without losing the original spirit. The core idea might stay the same, but the treatment, narrative structure and even character arcs usually require thoughtful reimagining. Some critics point out that while tapping digital platforms and online games for stories make for interesting content alliances and announcements, most ideas or scripts will eventually have to be funded and commissioned by OTT platforms. 'Producers no longer want to tell westernised stories and many of these are grassroot tales with local resonance," film producer, trade and exhibition expert Girish Johar said, pointing to the success of a film like the 2022 blockbuster Kantara. The Kannada language action thriller set in coastal Karnataka is lauded for telling a compelling local story that eventually found appeal across the country. Also read | Legal experts warn of increasing IP infringement as AI and digital platforms proliferate
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Good Wife OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Priyamani and Sampath Raj's Tamil courtroom drama online
Good Wife OTT Release Date: Priyamani is back, and this time, she's stepping into the courtroom. Good Wife, the Tamil adaptation of the globally acclaimed American legal drama The Good Wife, is all set to premiere on JioHotstar. While the release date has not been announced officially, Indiatimes has exclusively learned that it will start streaming on July 4, 2025. The show will also be available in multiple Indian languages, including Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi, Bengali, and Marathi. What's the story about? Good Wife follows the story of a woman whose seemingly perfect world collapses overnight when her husband, a powerful figure played by Sampath Raj, is caught in a scandalous viral video. The teaser shows their marriage of 16 years crumble under the weight of public disgrace. But instead of falling apart, Priyamani's character rises, returning to her career as a lawyer after years away, now determined to stand on her own feet. Meet the cast and crew Leading the series is National Award-winning actress Priyamani, known for strong roles in The Family Man, Bhamakalapam, and Chaarulatha. Playing her husband is the ever-reliable Sampath Raj. The show also marks the OTT directorial debut of actor-director Revathi. Backing the series are Banijay Asia and JioHotstar, the same teams behind The Trial – Pyaar, Kanoon, Dhokha, the Hindi adaptation starring Kajol. The original American series The original The Good Wife was an Emmy and Golden Globe-winning show that ran from 2009 to 2016 in the U.S., created by Robert and Michelle King. It starred Julianna Margulies as Alicia Florrick, a housewife who restarts her legal career after her husband, a public prosecutor, is jailed following a sex and corruption scandal. Produced by CBS Studios in association with Scott Free Productions and King Size Productions, the show was praised for its sharp writing and moral ambiguity. Excited to watch Good Wife in Tamil? Drop your thoughts @indiatimes.
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First Post
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Ram Kapoor on his upcoming show 'Mistry' with Mona Singh: 'Every single episode has this chaos because...'
At its core is Ram Kapoor as the eccentric, compulsive, and brilliant detective Armaan Mistry, along with a stellar ensemble that includes Mona Singh, Shikha Talsania, and Kshitish Date read more Some detectives follow the rulebook. Armaan Mistry rewrites it. Premiering on June 27, 2025, on JioHotstar, Mistry is a uniquely chaotic blend of crime, comedy and heart. Mistry is the Indian adaptation of the multi-award-winning US series Monk. This dramedy is directed by Rishab Seth and produced by Banijay Asia in association with Universal International Studios. At its core is Ram Kapoor as the eccentric, compulsive, and brilliant detective Armaan Mistry, along with a stellar ensemble that includes Mona Singh, Shikha Talsania, and Kshitish Date. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD To play a character as quirky and peculiar as Armaan Mistry, Ram Kapoor had to surrender to the chaos, both on-screen and off. Mistry doesn't just look unpredictable, it was unpredictable, with high-energy scenes that threw the actors quite literally into the thick of things. By Day 3, Ram Kapoor had already been tossed into a scene so physically intense, it left him nursing a wrenched back and embracing the madness as part of the method. Ram Kapoor shared, 'Every single episode has this chaos because that's what Mistry's world is, it's complete chaos. So right in the beginning, I think in the first two or three days itself, we got a taste of what it was going to be like. There was a sequence where I see a cockroach in my house and I completely panic. I take an insect repellent spray in my hand, then I chase, I find, I try to figure out where the hell the cockroach is. I'm looking under every corner, behind fridges, under sofas—everywhere. But to make things completely mad, they attached a body rig onto me, where the camera was fixed to my body. And wherever I was going, the camera was following me full frontal. So bending under tables, behind fridges, under sofas—with a huge camera attached to you—was very challenging. I wrenched my back quite badly in the process. I was in pain for two to three days. But then we realised—this is the process, and every episode is going to be like this. And when you guys see it, you'll see there's chaos in every episode. But that's Mistry's world.' That's what makes Mistry so electric — it's not just written chaos, it's lived-in chaos. Ram Kapoor doesn't just perform the part; he physically throws himself into it, every twitch, every spiral, every case teetering on the edge of absurd brilliance. Brace yourself for brilliance, bedlam and everything in between, Mistry begins streaming June 27, only on JioHotstar!
