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News18
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
How Siddhant Chaturvedi Made His Father's ‘Unfinished Dream' A Reality
Last Updated: Siddhant Chaturvedi also shared how his father supported him through countless auditions and rejections early in his acting journey. On a day dedicated to fathers, many Bollywood celebrities took a nostalgic journey through their childhoods, sharing heartfelt memories and tributes on social media. Among them was Siddhant Chaturvedi, who penned a touching note for his father on June 15. The actor shared a series of pictures on Instagram, including an adorable throwback photo from his childhood that shows just how cute he's always been. He also included a recent picture of himself and his dad, smiling and enjoying a quiet moment together over a cup of coffee. Sharing the photos, he penned, 'The most beautiful thing in the world is watching your parents grow old in front of you… But somehow, you never age for them, you're always a kid." He then shared his father's love for cinema, writing, 'My father invested in my dream—an unfinished dream of his. From Ballia to this city of rising skyscrapers and failing dreams, he held on to me. Every movie he ever watched—stealing from his own school fee (Rs 1), sometimes through a peephole in a worn-out cinema hall in Ballia… Taking turns with friends queued up, finishing a film over 10 days… All that love for cinema, stored in a Gullak of dreams. All for me." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Siddhant Chaturvedi (@siddhantchaturvedi) The actor also revealed how his father stood beside him while he was diving deep into the world of auditions and rejections. He wrote, 'He made sure I completed my education (& even more CA)—a contingency plan for if the Bollywood dreams break. Securing me first… and then letting me cut the harness, fearlessly diving deep into the world of auditions and rejections. I couldn't have done it alone." 'Every movie I do is for that little kid—my dad—watching from a peephole outside a cinema hall. And I still have to do more. Much more. Love you, Papa. P.S. — It's awkward to say all of this to you in person. You know how father-son dynamics are… We don't say 'I love you" easily. It's awkward. But here it is," he concluded. On the work front, Siddhant Chaturvedi is set to appear next in the romantic comedy Dil Ka Darwaaza Khol Na Darling, alongside Wamiqa Gabbi and Jaya Bachchan. Additionally, he is reportedly reuniting with his Phone Bhoot co-star Ishaan Khatter and actress Pooja Hegde for an upcoming project. First Published:
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Tragic tale of a loving dad
IN conjunction with Fathers Day, an emotionally powerful and critically acclaimed Hong Kong film 'Papa' opened in Malaysian cinemas on June 12. This moving exploration of a father's unwavering love in the face of unthinkable tragedy, 'Papa' has won wide acclaim and recently swept three major awards at the 43rd Hong Kong Film Awards. Directed and written by Philip Yung, best known for the acclaimed 'Port of Call', the film stars award-winning actor Sean Lau Ching Wan in a career-defining role. At the 43rd Hong Kong Film Awards, 'Papa' earned honours for Best Actor — Sean Lau, Best Supporting Actress — Jo Koo and Best New Performer — Dylan So. In a recent interview, Philip said that these accolades are a testament to the film's exceptional storytelling and emotionally resonant performances. "Sean delivers one of the most powerful portrayals of his career as a father struggling with guilt, grief and love following an unimaginable family tragedy," he said. "His heart-wrenching performance rightfully earned him his fourth Hong Kong Film Award for Best Actor, solidifying his legacy as one of the finest actors in Hong Kong cinema." Philip said: "Jo's deeply moving role as the mother brings emotional depth to the film, and newcomer Dylan's remarkable debut as the tormented son earned him the Best New Performer award, marking the arrival of a promising new talent." Sean said the story is inspired by a real-life one that is terribly tragic, "but it's also one about a father's love and redemption 10 years in the making". He added that the crime that took place in Hong Kong in 2010 saw a teenage boy with schizophrenia killing two of his loved ones. "Yet the heart of the story is not the crime — it is the emotional journey of a father coping with the aftermath. "The film touches on themes of unconditional love, forgiveness and the strength of familial bonds, making it a deeply human and timely story." RAW Philip said 'Papa' is a raw, intimate and heartbreaking portrayal of a family torn apart, offering a cinematic experience that resonates long after the credits roll. The film is brought to Malaysia by Lotus Five Star Sdn Bhd and Five Star AV Sdn Bhd. CAFE 'Papa' tells the story of Nin (Sean), a cafe owner whose world is turned upside down when his son, Ming (Dylan), murders his own mother and sister. Diagnosed with schizophrenia, Ming is sentenced to indefinite psychiatric imprisonment until he recovers. "Left alone, Nin leads a quiet, solitary life, burdened by memories of his lost family. And despite the pain, he continues visiting Ming twice a month," said Sean. DEVOTED Sean describes Nin as a devoted father. "Although I don't have children in real life, I approached the role by learning how to be a father through the character's journey, just like how people learn in real life — by going through experiences. "It was definitely a new kind of role for me, very emotionally grounded, and one that made me reflect a lot." HARD Sean said the whole film felt like one complete experience. "Personally, I liked the scenes where the family was happy together. After they leave, every scene becomes a challenge, expressing those emotions is not easy." Sean has worked mainly with Jo Koo in the past. "I was happy to finally act closely with her as a couple — a great experience. I think she did wonderfully." SUNNY Sean would love to film in Malaysia some day, as he loves the friendliness of the people, the good food and the sunny weather. "I've visited Malaysia many times for promotional events, but never for filming. "During those trips, time was short — just one day, then I'd go buy chicken wings!" PROPER Philip said he had never worked directly with Sean, but is happy to do so. "Sean usually does big commercial films, but this is a more grounded, realistic story — a new kind of performance for him." He added that filming began in early 2023 and post-production took about two months. "All of the scenes were shot in Hong Kong, with some real locations — like Tsuen Wan Park where the son turned himself in — kept for authenticity." DIFFICULT Philip described the murder scene as the most difficult one, as it was painful and gruesome. "We were all so worried about young actress Lainy Hung's mental well-being and safety — her eye was injured during filming. "The emotional and physical intensity was extremely high, thank God everything turned out perfectly." Philip started working on the script in 2011 for a year. "The only major change was the ending scene where the son returns home — a symbolic gift to the real father and son." TRANSITED Philip would love to film in Malaysia, and to date has only "transited through" the country. "I know that Malaysia is a major market for Hong Kong films, so I'm currently developing a script set in Malaysia and hope to film and meet audiences there soon," he said. For future films, Philip hopes to do some that are set in Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur.
7NEWS
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
Royal family: Kate Middleton breaks tradition in latest heartfelt post for Father's Day
The Wales children have paid a touching tribute to their father, Prince William, in honour of Father's Day, affectionately referring to him as 'Papa.' However, in a departure from tradition, the Father's Day portrait was not taken by Kate Middleton, who is known for capturing many of the family's most personal moments. Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, seven, gathered closely around their father as they posed together for photographs that were shared on Instagram. One of the photos captures the royal children, dressed in coordinated dark green outfits, smiling at the camera as the Prince of Wales gently rests his hands around their shoulders. In another, more spontaneous shot, the children were piled on top of their father in a playful hug, laughing as they played together in a garden. 'Happy Father's Day, Papa (before and after!), We love you! G, C & L,' the caption read. Josh Shinner, a regular royal family photographer, took both images on this occasion, sparking curiosity among royal watchers about why the Princess of Wales, who has long been known for capturing many of the family's intimate moments, did not take the photos this time. Last year, the Princess shared one of her own photographs for Father's Day, capturing Prince William with George, Charlotte, and Louis on the Norfolk coast. It marked the first time a message from all three children appeared on the royal family's social media accounts, a heartfelt tribute to their father that resonated deeply with fans. 'Crying what a beautiful photo taken by Catherine,' one person wrote in the comment section of the post.
West Australian
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Royal family: Kate Middleton breaks tradition in latest heartfelt post for Father's Day
The Wales children have paid a touching tribute to their father, Prince William, in honour of Father's Day, affectionately referring to him as 'Papa.' However, in a departure from tradition, the Father's Day portrait was not taken by Kate Middleton, who is known for capturing many of the family's most personal moments. Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, seven, gathered closely around their father as they posed together for photographs that were shared on Instagram. One of the photos captures the royal children, dressed in coordinated dark green outfits, smiling at the camera as the Prince of Wales gently rests his hands around their shoulders. In another, more spontaneous shot, the children were piled on top of their father in a playful hug, laughing as they played together in a garden. 'Happy Father's Day, Papa (before and after!), We love you! G, C & L,' the caption read. Josh Shinner, a regular royal family photographer, took both images on this occasion, sparking curiosity among royal watchers about why the Princess of Wales, who has long been known for capturing many of the family's intimate moments, did not take the photos this time. Last year, the Princess shared one of her own photographs for Father's Day, capturing Prince William with George, Charlotte, and Louis on the Norfolk coast. It marked the first time a message from all three children appeared on the royal family's social media accounts, a heartfelt tribute to their father that resonated deeply with fans. 'Crying what a beautiful photo taken by Catherine,' one person wrote in the comment section of the post. Another said, 'What a beautiful picture taken by our talented Princess of Wales!! And the message from the kids is adorable.'
Perth Now
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Kate Middleton breaks from royal Father's Day tradition
The Wales children have paid a touching tribute to their father, Prince William, in honour of Father's Day, affectionately referring to him as 'Papa.' However, in a departure from tradition, the Father's Day portrait was not taken by Kate Middleton, who is known for capturing many of the family's most personal moments. Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, seven, gathered closely around their father as they posed together for photographs that were shared on Instagram. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. One of the photos captures the royal children, dressed in coordinated dark green outfits, smiling at the camera as the Prince of Wales gently rests his hands around their shoulders. In another, more spontaneous shot, the children were piled on top of their father in a playful hug, laughing as they played together in a garden. 'Happy Father's Day, Papa (before and after!), We love you! G, C & L,' the caption read. Josh Shinner, a regular royal family photographer, took both images on this occasion, sparking curiosity among royal watchers about why the Princess of Wales, who has long been known for capturing many of the family's intimate moments, did not take the photos this time. Last year, the Princess shared one of her own photographs for Father's Day, capturing Prince William with George, Charlotte, and Louis on the Norfolk coast. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. It marked the first time a message from all three children appeared on the royal family's social media accounts, a heartfelt tribute to their father that resonated deeply with fans. 'Crying what a beautiful photo taken by Catherine,' one person wrote in the comment section of the post. Another said, 'What a beautiful picture taken by our talented Princess of Wales!! And the message from the kids is adorable.'
