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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
What made Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai's chemistry so real in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam? Bhansali reveals the 'love' secret after 26 years
More than two decades after its theatrical release, ' Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam ' continues to be an epoch-making film. The movie gained critical acclaim and proved to be a runaway box-office success. It also heralded the arrival of a new auteur on Bollywood's horizon—Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The Aishwarya Rai-Salman Khan-Ajay Devgn-starrer showcased many elements that would go on to become Bhansali trademarks—lavish sets, flamboyant aesthetics, emotional intensity, and tragic endings. In a candid interview with Subhash K. Jha, Bhansali opened up about the movie and the equation between former flames Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Salman Khan on the set. When asked if the lead pair's real-life romance had an impact on their sizzling on-screen chemistry, the filmmaker admitted that there was 'love in the air.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Join new Free to Play WWII MMO War Thunder War Thunder Play Now However, he quickly clarified that all the actors shared a great camaraderie on the sets, which undoubtedly amplified their performances. 'There was love in the air. But not just between them; there was a lot of affection among all of us. Zohra Sehgalji, Helen Aunty, Salman, Aishwarya, Vikram Gokhale, Smita Jayekar—we were like one big family. I don't think I've had such a fulfilling experience shooting any other film,' he told Jha. Bhansali made his directorial comeback after two years with the web series 'Heeramandi.' The magnum opus, which explored the lives and times of courtesans who once ruled Heeramandi, the red-light district of Lahore during the British Raj, also marked his reunion with his first leading lady, Manisha Koirala. Bhansali will next helm another period drama, 'Love & War'. The movie will feature Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, and Vicky Kaushal. A Deep Dive into Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali , draws inspiration from multiple literary sources and explores complex emotional themes. The film's primary storyline is adapted from the Gujarati play Shetal Ne Kathe, written by renowned author Jhaverchand Meghani. It follows the poignant journey of a recently married man who stumbles upon the heartbreaking truth that his wife harbors deep feelings for someone else. Rather than responding with bitterness or anger, he makes the selfless decision to help her reunite with her former lover. This touching and emotional narrative is centered on themes of sacrifice, unconditional love, and emotional maturity. In addition to its primary source, the movie has also been informally associated with Maitreyi Devi's Bengali novel Na Hanyate. While the storylines share emotional and thematic resemblances, the film does not officially acknowledge the novel as a source. The layered storytelling and Bhansali's signature visual grandeur make the film a powerful and unforgettable cinematic experience. Upon its release, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam was not only well-received by critics but also triumphed at the box office. It was among the highest-earning Indian films of that year, accumulating a total revenue of ₹510 million (approximately US$6 million), marking it as a major commercial hit. Critics largely praised the film for its strong performances, emotionally charged screenplay, and rich musical compositions. Aishwarya Rai's portrayal of the female lead was lauded for its depth and grace, while Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn received acclaim for their nuanced performances. The film's soundtrack, composed by Ismail Darbar and featuring soul-stirring vocals, played a crucial role in its emotional resonance and wide appeal. The film's excellence was recognized during the 45th Filmfare Awards, where it garnered 17 nominations across various categories. These included Best Actor nominations for both Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn. It went on to win 7 major awards, including Best Film, Best Director for Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Best Actress for Aishwarya Rai, and Best Male Playback Singer for Udit Narayan, cementing its place as a landmark in Indian cinema . Overall, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam remains a celebrated film for its heartfelt storytelling, artistic direction, and emotional richness that continues to resonate with audiences even years after its release.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Alia Bhatt revealed she was creating a 'live memory book' for daughter Raha's 15th birthday
Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor married after years of dating and welcomed daughter Raha, who turns three this November. Since Raha's birth, Alia has been sending her monthly emails filled with memories, planning to gift this 'live memory book' to her on her 15th birthday. Alia is now working on 'Love & War'. After several years of dating, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor got married in an intimate ceremony at their home. That year, their film 'Brahmāstra' hit theaters, and they welcomed their daughter, Raha. Since then, Raha has become their pride and a social media favourite. Recently, the actress shared a glimpse of a special birthday gift she's preparing for Raha's 15th birthday. A Heartfelt Project for Raha In a March podcast with Jay Shetty , Alia discussed her journey through motherhood and managing ADHD and anxiety. She revealed that since her daughter Raha's birth, she has been sending her monthly emails containing a collection of photos, videos, and reflections capturing important moments and emotions, which she plans to gift to her daughter in the future. Alia described the project as a "live memory book," sharing her intention to gift it to her daughter Raha when she turns fifteen. She said that it's like a live memory book. When Raha's fifteen, the actress will give this to her and say, 'This is all the memories that we collected for you over the years and go ahead and have some fun'. Raha's Upcoming Birthday For the unfamiliar, Raha will celebrate her third birthday this November. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Alia's Current Work On the work front, Alia Bhatt is currently working on Sanjay Leela Bhansali 's upcoming film 'Love & War', co-starring Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal . The film is a highly anticipated epic romantic drama and marks the second collaboration between Bhansali and Alia after 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' (2022), as well as Bhansali's second project with Ranbir Kapoor since his debut in 'Saawariya'.
Pink Villa
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Alia Bhatt and Sharvari to come together for 'big and breathtaking' song in Alpha, details inside
Bollywood actresses Alia Bhatt and Sharvari are gearing up for their much-awaited film Alpha. It is definitely one of the most anticipated films of the year. The first women-led entry in the YRF Spy Universe has all eyes on it. Now, there's a major update on the film and we bet it will make you even more excited for its release. As per a report, Alia and Sharvari will feature in a big-budget song in the film. Yes, you heard that right! A report in ETimes stated that Alpha will feature a star-studded special song. Alia Bhatt and Sharvari will be sharing the screen in a high-octane, glamour-packed performance. This lavishly mounted song sequence promises to be a visual spectacle. The report also added that the two glamorous leading ladies will have a never-seen-before avatar and are working very hard for the song sequence. They are engaged in long hours of rehearsal in the studios and are hitting the gym tirelessly, putting their best foot forward for the song sequence. A source told the portal, 'Both Alia and Sharvari were excited about this song. It's big and breathtaking. The idea was always to have a visually stunning, high-energy song featuring the two female leads in an action-packed environment, and it's shaping up exactly like that.' For the unversed, Alpha is touted to be one of the biggest female-led action thrillers of India. It will also mark a new chapter for Alia Bhatt as she joins the YRF Spy Universe and she'll also become the first woman to lead a film in this blockbuster franchise. Directed by Shiv Rawail, she will be seen alongside Sharvari in this much-awaited film. Alpha is slated for a grand theatrical release during the Christmas weekend of 2025. Adding to the star power, the film will also feature Anil Kapoor and Bobby Deol in key roles, along with a special cameo by Hrithik Roshan. Meanwhile, apart from this, Alia Bhatt will also be seen in Love & War with Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal. The film is being directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more such news!
India Today
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Ranbir Kapoor enjoys foosball match with Aamir Khan's son, Azad. Watch
Actor Ranbir Kapoor, who is busy shooting for his upcoming film 'Love &War', recently took some time off his busy schedule to play a fun foosball match with Aamir Khan's son, Azad. The actor can be seen playing the game with utmost focus at Aamir Khan's house party with his son Azad in a video that is now going viral on social video, which is going viral on Instagram, shows Ranbir sporting a casual look in an all-black outfit. Along with Ranbir and Azad, some of the party attendees can also be seen watching their a look at Ranbir and Azad's video playing foosball: On Tuesday, Aamir Khan hosted his close friends and the star cast of 'Sitaare Zameen Par' at his residence for a special screening. The film, which is a spiritual sequel to the 2007 film 'Taare Zameen Par', is scheduled for a theatrical release on June 20 and features Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh in prominent roles. Earlier on Tuesday, author and philanthropist Sudha Murthy reviewed 'Sitaare Zameen Par' and called it an eye-opener.'Watched 'Sitaare Zameen Par'. It's an Aamir Khan Production, and Aamir Khan acted in it. It's an eye-opener, I feel, because many people don't understand such children. What's normal is in itself a big philosophical question. But his film is very beautiful, where you understand that they are very sensitive and pure-hearted. They always smile because they are so simple in their approach to life. When someone achieves what you have not achieved, you still enjoy it when someone is enjoying it (sic),' Sudha also expressed that 'Sitaare Zameen Par' has the potential to bring a lot of change in Watch
Indian Express
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Ranbir Kapoor plays foosball with Aamir Khan's son Azad, guess who won? Watch
Aamir Khan recently hosted his close friends and the star cast of his upcoming film Sitaare Zameen Par at his residence for a special screening. The get-together was made extra special as actor Ranbir Kapoor came as a 'surprise' to meet the film's team and also the actor's family and friends. Ranbir Kapoor, who has been busy shooting for his upcoming film Love & War, took some time off his busy schedule to be a part of this gathering. In the inside clips from the event, Ranbir was seen playing a fun foosball match with Aamir Khan's son, Azad. Ranbir looked really serious at the game he played Aamir Khan's house party. Azad was also seen by Ranbir's side and totally involved in the game. The video Ranbir sporting a casual look in an all-black outfit while Azad too was seen in black. See video of Ranbir Kapoor and Aamir Khan's son Azad's foosball game: A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) In another clip, shared by Aamir's ex-wife Kiran Rao, Ranbir was seen making a surprise entry at Aamir's house. Ranbir was not just seen meeting and greeting the Sitaare Zameen Par cast, but also gifted his newly launched clothing brand's caps to them. The film Sitaare Zameen Par features a cast of ten neurodivergent actors, including individuals with autism, Down syndrome, and other conditions, who play lead roles. These actors include Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishnan Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar. Sharing the clip, Kiran wrote, 'Team Sitaare had a surprise guest at their party a few nights ago – who really made their day, as you can see. ♥️🥰 Thank you Ranbir, for your love and your time – and the fantastic ARKS merch! 🥳.' See Ranbir Kapoor's video from Aamir's house: A post shared by Kiran Rao (@raodyness) The film, Sitaare Zameen Par, is a spiritual sequel to the 2007 film Taare Zameen Par, is scheduled for a theatrical release on June 20. The film features Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh in prominent roles. The film was also in the news recently after author and philanthropist Sudha Murthy reviewed and called it an eye-opener. She shared that the Aamir Khan-starrer is 'a beautiful film' and expressed that Sitaare Zameen Par has the potential to bring a lot of change in society. Kriti works as a Copy Editor for the Entertainment section of Indian Express Online ( She is great at web stories, galleries, and Express Archive's photo stories. She is good at spotting stories from social media posts. She makes the copies well-loaded with content, photos, tweets, and other related social media posts to make it interesting for the readers. An alumnus of Asian College of Journalism, Chennai (Specialization in New Media), Kriti has been a part of the organisation since November 2015. She took a transfer from Delhi to Bengaluru in April 2017. ... Read More
