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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Zayed Khan on why Akshay Kumar-Sanjay Dutt's Rs 100-crore film Blue flopped at box office: 'Hollywood's best action directors were involved...Kylie Minogue featured...'
Zayed Khan reflects on 'Blue,' acknowledging its ambition and star power with Akshay Kumar and Sanjay Dutt, but also its failure to connect with audiences despite a massive budget. He attributes this to a disconnect between the screenplay and execution, hindering its potential as a franchise. Creative differences and storytelling issues ultimately led to its underperformance. Years after stepping away from the limelight, Zayed Khan has revisited one of his most ambitious projects—Blue. In a candid chat, the actor opened up about the film's massive scale, what it promised, and why it ultimately failed to deliver. The film also featured Akshay Kumar and Sanjay Dutt in lead roles. On Siddharth Kannan's podcast, Zayed reflected on Blue as a film that was ahead of its time. He likened its concept to an early version of the Fast & Furious franchise and believed it had all the elements—slick action, high production value, and a star-studded cast including Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Lara Dutta , and Katrina Kaif—to turn into a successful franchise. Despite its star-studded cast and ambitious scale, Blue fell flat at the box office. The film featured Katrina Kaif in a cameo and included extensive underwater sequences, but it ultimately failed to strike a chord with audiences. He further attributed Blue's failure to a gap between the screenplay and its on-screen execution. He felt the film didn't translate the script's potential effectively, pointing out that even the most visually impressive scenes fall flat if the narrative lacks cohesion. For him, the core issue lay in the storytelling—emphasizing that impactful action stems from a strong screenplay, not just high-octane visuals. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending Local Enterprise Accounting Software [Click Here] Accounting ERP Click Here Undo Blue was originally envisioned as the start of a franchise, with director Anthony D'Souza planning a sequel titled Aasman in 2012. However, the follow-up never took off. Zayed Khan hinted at behind-the-scenes challenges, suggesting that creative differences among team members may have played a role—though he noted such clashes are not unusual in filmmaking. Made on a then-unheard-of budget of ₹100 crore, Blue was a lavish production that spared no expense. Zayed Khan noted that the film brought in top Hollywood action directors and even featured international pop star Kylie Minogue , praising the team for delivering high production value despite the film's eventual underperformance. Zayed Khan began his acting career in 2003 with Chura Liya Hai Tumne, but it was his role in the 2004 hit Main Hoon Na alongside Shah Rukh Khan that brought him widespread recognition. Despite a strong start, his career lost momentum over time, eventually prompting him to step away from the spotlight.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Zayed Khan says he felt his flop Blue was ‘Fast & Furious ka baap' while reading script: ‘We spent Rs 100 cr on it, Kylie Minogue sang'
Unlike his cousin Fardeen Khan, Zayed Khan is still waiting for a comeback on screen. Both the actors were part of some memorable films back in the 2000s before their careers began deteriorating. Fardeen has made a comeback now with Heeramandi and Khel Khel Mein last year, and the hit Housefull 5 this year. But Zayed's last stint was the TV show Haasil in 2018. Zayed feels he did films which were way ahead of their time, which explains why they didn't work at the box office back then. He specifically named Leena Yadav's 2005 psychological drama Shabd, his home production and Sahil Sangha's 2011 romantic comedy Love Breakups Zindagi, and Anthony D'Souza's 2009 action adventure dud Blue as films ahead of their time. 'If you'd read the script of Blue, you'd have felt ye Fast & Furious ka baap hai (this is superior to Fast & Furious). It was fantastically done, and I felt Blue is really going to break all barriers. With that cast — Akshay, Sanju, Lara, and Katrina — I felt it's going to go in the direction of a franchise,' said Zayed on Siddharth Kanan's podcast. Produced by Shree Ashtavinayak Cine Vision, Blue starred Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Lara Dutta, and Zayed, with Katrina Kaif in a cameo. With large portions shot underwater, the film bombed at the box office. 'The failure surprised me because I don't think we caught the script like how it was written. I had told Anthony. You can shoot amazing things and feel like a badshah (king), but when you don't stitch the narrative correctly with thehrao (poise)… the action scenes can be done well without even a fist being raised, it can all be in the screenplay. There was a difference between cup and lip, of how that should've translated on screen,' argued Zayed. Blue was indeed intended to be a franchise as D'Souza had even revealed his plans to make a sequel titled Aasman in 2012. However, Zayed hinted that there were creative differences between the cast, particularly Kumar, and the makers on the sets of Blue. He said, 'I wouldn't want to say because there were some creative differences between people on set, but doesn't that happen all the time?' Zayed also revealed that the makers left no stones unturned while making the film. 'We'd spent Rs 100 crore then, it was unheard of. And I have to say they did a fantastic job at the production, with the best of action directors from Hollywood and Kylie Minogue coming in,' recalled Zayed. The popular Australian singer crooned the dance song 'Chiggy Wiggy' alongside Sonu Nigam in Blue, and also featured in the song alongside Kumar. Also Read — Sanjay Khan's house was mortgaged, cars sold after Tipu Sultan fire accident, recalls son Zayed Khan: 'His skin was melting on the hospital sheet, couldn't recognise' Zayed's parallel between Blue and Vin Diesel's long-running blockbuster action thriller franchise Fast & Furious may remind one of the time when Varun Dhawan compared his film, Rohit Shetty's 2015 romantic saga Dilwale, to Christopher Nolan's 2010 cult sci-fi thriller Inception. Later, he clarified he was joking about the same.
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Fans 'thrilled' by theme park announcement for fastest ever rollercoaster yet
News that a brand new coaster is coming to a theme park in California has fans ecstatic but especially because this one in particular has a special feature like no other - the highest speeds ever If you're a fan of thrills, spills and all things theme park, then you'll be just as over the moon as other avid fans who are delighted with news of a brand new rollercoaster coming to a fan-favourite park. And not just a new coaster, but one with a big name brand attached to it that fans of the movie franchise, that has spanned over 11 movies no less, will revel in. As if zipping about at ultra high speeds isn't thrilling enough, the new ride coming to Universal Studios Hollywood is the fastest coaster they've ever created, with expected speeds of 72mph - faster than the park's Islands of Adventure ride, Velocicoaster, which reach dizzying speeds of 70 mph, and is located over in Orlando, Florida. Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift is the first-ever, high-speed outdoor roller coaster for the Californian park, launching in 2026, and will debut as the fastest roller coaster in the Universal Destinations & Experiences portfolio. Work is already well underway and fans are ecstatic to see the exhilarating Fast & Furious universe brought to light. Theme park super fan Karen McGregor, revealed the new coaster will see her travelling to the other coast of America. "I'm always in Orlando's Universal parks as an annual passholder, but this news means I'll be looking at flights to LA as soon as I find out the exact opening date. "It's so exciting to have a new outdoor coaster come to the west coast and I can't wait to ride - and take the whole family. The teens will love it!" Although an exact date hasn't been released yet, fans already know what they're in for after the ride vehicle was recently released. Riders can expect to zip along 4,100 feet of elaborate track inside a replica of main character Dominic Toretto's car, which will have a groundbreaking 360-degree rotation. Dom, played in the movie franchise by Hollywood actor Vin Diesel, is famous for driving a black 1970 Dodge Charger. The fully rotational ride vehicles will create a seamless sensation of drifting cars as guests spin in motion at furiously fast speeds while being catapulted along an aerial track that winds its way over sections of the theme park, including the multi-level escalator that connects the Upper and Lower Lots. And in classic Universal style, the queue sounds just as fun as the ride itself, with fans expected to line up within an expansive garage-like structure before settling into one of four ride vehicles, designed to look like the iconic cars from the films. The ride will be located on the Upper Lot of Universal Studios Hollywood bringing a whole new perspective to the park for visitors. The ride will join Universal Studios Hollywood's slate of unprecedented groundbreaking attractions, including the interactive land, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, featuring the critically-acclaimed Mario Kart™: Bowser's Challenge ride; The Wizarding World of Harry Potter ™, Jurassic World—The Ride; Illumination's award-winning The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash as well as the theme park's signature, behind-the-scenes Studio Tour attraction. If you fancy visiting, then you can buy a one day Universal Studios Hollywood ticket and get a second day free with Prices for 2026 start from £89 per adult and £85 per child based on Spring arrivals. The second day can be used any time within a week of the first.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ryan Phillippe's New Drama Series Hits #3 on Prime & the Trailer Is Packed with Emotion and Adrenaline
With new shows dropping every day, it's easy for a few to slip through the cracks—or in this case, past my eyeballs. That said, it didn't take long for Motorheads, a new original series from Prime Video, to catch my attention. I was actually logging in to check out the new thriller The Better Sister (mini-review on that here), but a quick scroll through the platform's Top 10 list stopped me in my tracks. Sitting pretty at #3? Ryan Phillippe. Naturally, I clicked. And that's how I discovered Motorheads. Sabrina Lantos/Prime Video The series is a high-octane, coming-of-age drama set in a fading Rust Belt town. It centers around a group of teens who bond over street racing, love, heartbreak and the thrill of getting behind the wheel for the very first time. Think Fast & Furious energy with a high school twist. Phillippe plays Logan Maddox, a former NASCAR driver turned auto body shop owner. He's joined by Nathalie Kelley (The Vampire Diaries, Dynasty), who plays an ER nurse returning to her hometown of Ironwood, Pennsylvania with her teenage twins. You'll also spot Michael Cimino from Love, Victor and Never Have I Ever, who plays Zac—Samantha's reluctant Brooklyn-born son adjusting to small-town life. Rounding out the cast are Melissa Collazo, Uriah Shelton and Nicolas Cantu. The trailer opens with a line that sets the tone: 'There are two types of people in this world—those who hit the brakes and those who hit the gas. The question you have to ask yourself is 'Which one are you?'' And honestly? It's kind of a vibe. Also, sidenote: when did Ryan Phillippe's voice get that deep? The last time I really remember hearing his voice was when I rewatched 1999's Cruel Intentions—he was around 25 then. So yeah, hearing how deep it is now definitely caught me off guard. Voice surprise aside, Motorheads looks like an easy, engaging watch with just the right mix of drama, fast cars and heartfelt moments. All 10 episodes are streaming now on Prime Video—will you be watching? Want all the latest entertainment news sent right to your inbox? Click here. 16 Shows and Movies to Watch This Weekend, Recommended by Our Editors
News18
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Yung Sammy & BBB Drop Futuristic Banger ‘Top Boys' With AI-Driven Visuals And Car Culture
Last Updated: Yung Sammy & BBB's new track Top Boys blends Delhi car culture with AI FX, bold desi bars, and a game-changing music video. Watch the future of Indian hip-hop. South Asian rap's rising powerhouse YUNG SAMMY has once again ignited the scene, this time joining forces with fellow fire-spitter BBB for a genre-bending track that pushes boundaries like never before. Their latest release, Top Boys, isn't just a song—it's a movement. Accompanied by a visually arresting music video packed with drifting supercars, gritty realism, and cutting-edge AI-generated effects, the track marks a bold evolution in Indian hip-hop storytelling. Filmed on the vibrant streets of New Delhi, Top Boys blends the swagger of street culture with a futuristic cinematic edge. The music video is a high-octane visual experience featuring high-performance vehicles spinning through smoke and metal, but it's the addition of AI-generated morphs and surreal effects that elevate it into something truly groundbreaking. As one fan put it, 'It's like Fast & Furious met Blade Runner—and then took a detour through South Asia." View this post on Instagram A post shared by YUNG SAMMY (@yungsammy___) Musically, Top Boys hits hard with slick, bass-heavy production and cinematic instrumentation, creating a sonic landscape that matches its visual punch. YUNG SAMMY and BBB bring fierce energy to their verses, trading bars that exude ambition, confidence, and cultural pride. Lyrically sharp and rhythmically infectious, the track speaks directly to the aspirations of India's next-gen artists and global desi youth. 'This one's all about UP16—when we say Top Boys, we're talking about the ones running the city," says YUNG SAMMY. 'It's a flex on our hustle, our come-up, and where we're at now. For the clubs, the streets, the Hip Hop heads. And we're repping our code hard." Sammy's signature flair shines through as he switches accents, mixing African slang with Hindi—a nod to his Nigerian-Indian identity and his commitment to breaking language and cultural barriers through music. For BBB, the track is deeply personal. 'It wasn't just another studio collab. Top Boys is a celebration of friendship, growth, and everything we've seen the music scene become. From day one to now—it's all in there." Released under the trailblazing DESI TRILL label, co-founded by Shabz Naqvi and Ty-Ty Smith and globally distributed by Universal Music Group, Top Boys stands as a shining example of the label's mission to merge South Asian sonic heritage with global hip-hop. 'YUNG SAMMY is growing fast," says Naqvi. 'He's putting Delhi on the global map—and with Top Boys, he's not just representing, he's leading. This is what the future of Indian hip-hop looks like." YUNG SAMMY continues to rise as one of the most unique voices in the Indian music scene. Born in Nigeria and raised in India, he's the first Nigerian-Hindi rapper to feature on Charlie Sloth's iconic Fire In The Booth platform on Apple Music. With previous hits like G Class and All In gaining traction and his debut EP In the Building already making waves, Top Boys further cements his place in the hip-hop vanguard. As DESI TRILL aims to revolutionize what Desi hip-hop can sound and look like, Top Boys arrives not just as a track—but as a cultural statement, revving up engines and expectations alike. First Published:
