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NDTV
2 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Actor Fahadh Faasil Buys Volkswagen Golf GTI- One Of 150 Units In India
Volkswagen India has initiated the deliveries of the Golf GTI in the Indian market. This comes following the sales of 150 units of the hot hatch available in the country right after the announcement of the bookings. One of these units has ended up occupying the space in actor Fahadh Faasil's garage. It is to be noted that the actor known for his exceptional role in movies like Aavesham is known for having a taste for good cars. The update of Fahadh Faasil's new Volkswagen Golf GTI was shared on Instagram. In the visuals shared on social media, the actor can be seen taking delivery of his new possession. It comes from the dealership that recently delivered 25 units of the hot hatch in an event. Based on the pictures, Fahadh has picked out the Grenadilla Black Metallic colour of the car. Besides black, the hatchback is available in Moonstone Grey, Kings Red, and Onyx White. The Volkswagen Golf GTI, owned by Fahadh Faasil, has a starting price of Rs 53 lakh (ex-showroom) and features a power-packed 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that produces 265 horsepower and 370 Nm of torque at the peak of its performance. This engine is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, effectively transmitting power to the front wheels. Moreover, the Golf GTI includes an electronically controlled front-axle differential lock, improving its performance and handling. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Volkswagen Kayamkulam (@volkswagen_kayamkulam) To earn the title of hot hatch, the car has impressive acceleration figures, claiming it can reach 0 to 100 kmph in merely 5.9 seconds. In addition, the vehicle's top speed is electronically restricted to 267 kmph. These numbers highlight the sports credentials of the hatchback. Besides the Volkswagen Golf GTI, Fahadh Faasil has many other exotic cars in his garage. The list includes Mini Countryman, Lamborghini Urus, Porsche 911, and Land Rover Defender.
The Hindu
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Maareesan' teaser: Fahadh Faasil, Vadivelu reunite in an intriguing road thriller
The teaser of the upcoming Tamil film, Maareesan, starring Fahadh Faasil and Vadivelu, was unveiled by the makers on Wednesday (June 4). Written by V Krishna Moorthy and directed by Sudheesh Sankar, the film marks a reunion between the two actors after their acclaimed 2023 film Maamannan. The teaser, set to the popular 'Aaha Inba Nilaavinile' song from 1957's Mayabazar, opens with aerial shots that track two men on a bike (played by Fahadh and Vadivelu) travelling through different landscapes. Everything points towards a breezy, feel-good road film, until the two lead characters begin to sing the Mayabazar song. The table turns, and we begin to see glimpses of a thriller story. The 83-minute teaser does a great job at piquing our interests without revealing much about the film's plot. The teaser also shows actor Vivek Prasanna as Fahadh's character's friend, while veteran comedian Kovai Sarala and actor-producer PL Thenappan appear as cops. Sithara, Livingston, Renuka, Saravana Subbiah, Krishna, Haritha, and Telephone Raja are also part of the cast of Maareesan. With music scored by Yuvan Shankar Raja, the film has cinematography by Kalaiselvan Sivaji and editing by Sreejith Sarang. RB Choudary produces the film under his Super Good Films banner.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nara Rohith reveals he was the original choice for Fahadh Faasil's role in 'Pushpa'
Picture Credit: Instagram The characters brought to life by Allu Arjun , Rashmika Mandanna , and Fahadh Faasil in the 'Pushpa' films directed by Sukumar have left a lasting impression on fans. However, in a recent interview, actor Nara Rohith revealed that he was originally the first choice to play the role of Bhanwar Singh Shekawat, the antagonist eventually portrayed by Fahadh Faasil. How Rohith landed on Sukumar's radar Speaking to M9 News, Rohith shared that during the COVID-19 pandemic, he posted pictures sporting a moustache, which caught the attention of director Sukumar and producer Ravi Shankar. They approached him for the role of Bhanwar Singh Shekawat early in the film's development. However, as the film's scope expanded, the makers decided to cast Fahadh Faasil instead. Rohith admitted that while he was interested in the part, he wasn't sure if he could have matched Fahadh's performance. After watching Fahadh's portrayal, he acknowledged the actor's excellence in the role. Rohith reacts to Fahadh's performance He said, "I don't know if I could've played the character like he did. Maybe, if I were on that set, I could've vibed and done it. But after seeing Fahadh, I was like, okay. That was terrific, actually." In the Pushpa series, Bhanwar Singh Shekawat is the main adversary to Allu Arjun's titular character. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo As a police officer, Bhanwar is determined to dismantle the red sanders smuggling operation. 'Pushpa' is about Pushpa Raj, who becomes a powerful smuggler in the red sandalwood trade, fighting against the police and rivals. 'In Pushpa 2: The Rule, Pushpa' tries to keep his power while facing new enemies and challenges in his life and work. The third part of the film, 'Pushpa 3: The Rampage' has been announced. Speaking of Nara Rohith's career, he took a pause after his 2018 film Veera Bhoga Vasantha Rayalu failed at the box office. After a long break, he made a comeback in 2024 with 'Prathinidhi 2'. That same year, he got engaged to his co-star from the film, Siree Lella. Rohith is now gearing up for new projects, including 'Sundarakanda' and 'Bhairavam'. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Hindustan Times
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Not Fahadh Faasil, this actor was the first choice to play Bhanwar Singh Shekawat in Allu Arjun's Pushpa
Sukumar took five years to make the Pushpa films—Pushpa: The Rise (2021) and Pushpa 2: The Rule (2025). The characters played by Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil are so deeply embedded that it's hard to imagine anyone else in their place now. However, in an interview with M9 News, Nara Rohith claimed that he was the first choice for the role of Bhanwar Singh Shekawat. (Also Read: Alia Bhatt would love to work with Fahadh Faasil after Roshan Mathew: 'He was unreal in Aavesham') When asked if it's true that he was approached for Fahadh's role in Pushpa, Rohith confirmed it and said, 'I posted some pictures with a moustache during the Covid-19 pandemic. Ravi (Shankar) garu spoke to me first, as did Sukumar garu. Then the span of the film changed, and they wanted Fahadh. But initially, they did speak to me.' Rohith reveals that while he was interested in the role, he doesn't know if he could've played Bhanwar as well as Fahadh did. He said, 'I don't know if I could've played the character like he did. Maybe, if I were on that set, I could've vibed and done it. But after seeing Fahadh, I was like, okay. That was terrific, actually.' In the Pushpa films, Bhanwar plays Arjun's titular character's arch nemesis, a police officer who is casteist and wants to bring down the red sanders smuggling ring at any cost. Fahadh himself, though, didn't seem that impressed by the role when he told Film Companion in 2024, 'I don't think Pushpa did anything for me. I told Sukumar Sir that. I don't have to hide it. I have to be honest.' Rohith took a break from acting after the 2018 film Veera Bhoga Vasantha Rayalu. The film tanked at the box office and was a massive failure. In 2024, he made a comeback with Prathinidhi 2. The same year, he got engaged to his co-star from the film, Siree Lella. He will soon star in Sundarakanda and Bhairavam.
Indian Express
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Alia Bhatt calls Fahadh Faasil a ‘fantastic actor', shares dream of working with him: ‘Aavesham is one of my favourite films'
While Indian cinema boasts numerous stars across various languages, the number of artistes who have earned widespread acclaim, recognition and reverence purely for their acting abilities is far smaller. Among that significantly shorter list are Malayalam's Fahadh Faasil and Bollywood's Alia Bhatt, both widely regarded as two of the finest actors in contemporary cinema. While Alia's husband, Ranbir Kapoor, has previously expressed his deep admiration for Fahadh, the Jigra actor herself has now shared her dream of working with the Malayalam star one day. 'Fahadh Faasil is someone I really admire; his work [as well]. He is such a fantastic actor. I think Aavesham is one of my favourite films, and he was just unreal. I would love to collaborate with him someday,' she shared during a conversation with Brut India when asked if there were any regional filmmakers or actors she wished to work with. Alia also heaped praise on her Darlings co-star Roshan Mathew. 'There are so many actors and there's so much talent out there. I had the good fortune of working with Roshan Mathew on Darlings. He's, of course, a wonderful actor, who's done a lot of Malayalam content. He is also making waves in Hindi now.' Also Read | Paresh Rawal opens up on Akshay Kumar's lawsuit for exiting Hera Pheri 3: 'My lawyer has sent an appropriate response, all issues will be laid to rest' Commenting further on regional collaborations, the National Award-winning actor said, 'The one thing that pandemic taught me is that we're actually one unit, and with now content sitting on one platform – the global platform that everyone gets to view – is a huge exposure. You can watch any kind of content,' she said. Often referred to as one of the finest actors in the country now, Fahadh Faasil is the son of legendary filmmaker Fazil. Though he made his debut in his father's Kaiyethum Doorath (2002), the movie was severely panned by both critics and the audience alike. Following this setback, Fahadh took a hiatus and moved to the US. Must Read | Maniyanpilla Raju recalls witnessing a director assaulting his 'prominent actress' wife: 'As I was about to leave, he heard the sound of the door and turned around…' He eventually returned to the screen with a key role in a segment of the anthology film Kerala Cafe (2009), which marked the beginning of his resurgence. He soon began receiving more opportunities and showcased his renewed potential in films like Chaappa Kurishu (2011) and 22 Female Kottayam (2012). Since then, Fahadh has been part of several notable films, including Annayum Rasoolum (2013), Amen (2013), North 24 Kaatham (2013), Artist (2013), Oru Indian Pranayakadha (2013), Bangalore Days (2014), Maheshinte Prathikaaram (2016), Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum (2017), Joji (2021), Kumbalangi Nights (2019), Malik (2021), Vikram (2022), and Aavesham (2024). His performances in all of these films have earned widespread critical acclaim.
