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Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tinnu Anand recalls his ‘dirty job' offering Rs 5,000 to Amitabh Bachchan for his first film ‘Saat Hindustani'
In Bollywood, only a select few have successfully earned admiration both as actors and directors, and is one of them. He is widely recognized for his diverse acting roles in movies such as 'Ghajini' starring Aamir Khan, 'Ghatak' with Sunny Deol, 'Merry Christmas' featuring Katrina Kaif, and the ensemble film 'Lajja'. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Besides acting, Tinnu made a mark behind the camera by directing iconic films like 'Kaalia' and 'Shahenshah'. Family Opposition and Passion for Filmmaking Though Inder Raj Anand was a prominent writer in the film world, he opposed his son Tinnu Anand's desire to join the industry. Driven by his passion for filmmaking and a strong ambition to direct, Tinnu challenged his father's wishes. Distressed by this, Inder Raj Anand decided to enroll him at the Satyajit Ray School, hoping to divert his path. Choosing Satyajit Ray Over Raj Kapoor and Fellini In an interview with Rediff, Tinnu shared the reasons behind his decision to train under Satyajit Ray. He explained that although he had the opportunity to work with Raj Kapoor, who was a family friend and had collaborated with his father on several scripts, he felt that connection was too close for comfort. Another option was the renowned Italian filmmaker Federico Fellini, which appealed to him because it offered a chance to go to Italy. However, Fellini insisted that Tinnu learn Italian first, a commitment of six months that he wasn't willing to make. Consequently, he chose to study with Ray instead. The 'Dirty Job': Offering Rs 5,000 to Amitabh Bachchan During the same conversation, Tinnu shared how he was tasked with the 'dirty job' of offering Amitabh a fee of Rs 5,000 for his role in Khwaja Ahmad Abbas' film 'Saat Hindustani'. He explained that actress Neena Singh had recommended Amitabh for the part, but Abbas insisted that Amitabh cover his own expenses to come to Mumbai for auditions. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This marked the beginning of Amitabh's journey to the city of dreams. Reflecting on the moment, Tinnu recalled, 'I was the one who took him to Abbas Saab's office. In the evening, I was given the dirty job of offering Amitabh Rs 5,000 for the entire film, whether it took one year or five to make." Career Growth and On-Set Challenges Following his role in 'Saat Hindustani', Tinnu acted in several films before making a name for himself as a director with movies such as 'Kaalia' and 'Shahenshah'. During the production of his third collaboration with Bachchan, 'Shanakht', Tinnu faced a tense confrontation with Madhuri Dixit when she declined to perform a daring scene opposite Bachchan. Personal Life On the personal front, Tinnu is married to Shahnaz, who is the daughter of the well-known veteran actor Agha.
NDTV
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Amitabh Bachchan Gives A Classy Response To Troll Asking Him To "Sleep Early If He Doesn't Want to Die Soon"
Quick Read Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. Amitabh Bachchan frequently shares personal thoughts and updates on social media. He responded gracefully to a troll mocking his age on X (formerly Twitter). A fan referenced his film Shahenshah, prompting a witty reply from Bachchan. New Delhi: Amitabh Bachchan has always been one of the most active celebrities on social media, discussing life and films at large. The actor often shares his thoughts and opinions on X. He also has a micro-blogging website, where he consistently shares many details of his life apart from his work that he wishes for his fans to know. He lovingly calls them his "extended family" or EF. On Monday, Amitabh Bachchan tweeted, "T 5405 - Gadgets break .. Longevity lasts!!!." However, his late-night musings did not sit well with a troll who tried to take a dig at the actor's age. The user posted, " Samay se so jaaya karo, varna lambi umar bhi nahi tikegi. (Try to sleep on time, otherwise even a long life won't last)." The 82-year-old actor replied with utmost grace and wit. He said, " Mere maran ki baat karne ke liye dhanyawad; Ishwar ki kripa. (Thank you for talking about my death; God bless you!)." मेरे मरण की बात करने के लिए धन्यवाद ; ईश्वर की कृपा ???? — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) June 9, 2025 Referring to Amitabh Bachchan's 1988 film Shahenshah, a fan tweeted, " Andheri raaton mein Shahenshah kyu jaag rahe ho.. So jayiye ab umar ho gayi aapko. [Why are you still awake, Shahenshah? Go to sleep now, you are old]. To which, the actor replied, " Ek din tumhari bhi umr ho jayegi.. Ishwar ne chaha [One day you too will age too.. God's willing]." However, he deleted the tweet just minutes after posting, reported Times of India. Last month, Amitabh Bachchan expressed his frustration over constant criticism over his social media posts. The actor wrote on his blog, "And they tell me to change my signature .. to not put dots in it .. to not put curved lines .. to wear this, to wear that .. to not visit here or there .. to not talk here, to not talk there .. when you talk they say why do you talk .. when you do not talk they say why you do not talk." He added, "I have learnt how to live life, from the seas and oceans; to flow quietly and to exist in your own ardor your own avidity and zest. The learnings from Babu ji, my revered father .. an eternal gift for my living and learning .. my gratitude and my affection." Meanwhile, Amitabh Bachchan was last seen in Vettaiyan alongside Rajinikanth. The actor will next be seen in the Kalki 2898 AD sequel with Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Kamal Haasan.
Indian Express
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Amitabh Bachchan shuts down trolls taking digs at his late-night tweets, responds to ‘umar ho gayi hai': ‘Mere maran ki baat karne ke liye…'
Veteran superstar Amitabh Bachchan is quite active on social media. His witty replies on X (formerly Twitter) are widely known among fans. Recently, the 81-year-old actor got involved in a heated exchange with trolls, who were asking him to sleep on time and mocking him for being active on social media late at night. He didn't hold himself back and served them in style. In the wee hours on Monday, June 9, Amitabh wrote in a tweet, 'T 5405 – Gadgets break…Longevity lasts!!!.' While some users engaged positively with his random thought, a few people took the opportunity to make fun of Big B. Replying to his post, a user wrote, 'Samay se so jaya karo, varna lambi umar bhi nahi tikegi'. To which the actor replied, 'Mere maran ki baat karne ke liye dhanyawaad, ishwar ki kripa (Thank you for talking about my death, by God's grace).' T 5405 – Gadgets break .. Longevity lasts !!! — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) June 8, 2025 Mentioning a reference from the the title song of his hit film Shahenshah, another troll commented, 'Andheri raaton mein Shaehshah kyun jaag rahe ho, so jaaiye ab umar ho gayi aapki,' implying that the actor should take care of his health, keeping his advanced age in mind. Amitabh instantly gave a witty reply and wrote, 'Ek din tumhari bhi umar ho jaayegi, ishwar ne chaaha (One day, you'll grow old too, if God wills).' ALSO READ | 'Amitabh Bachchan was very rude, didn't even look at me': Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hain actor recalls being ignored by Big B after being treated 'like a son' Meanwhile, on the professional front, Amitabh Bachchan was last seen in the Tamil action drama Vettaiyan in 2024, which featured Rajinikanth in the lead role. Directed by TJ Gnanavel, the film also starred Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, Ritika Singh, Dushara Vijayan, and Abhirami in pivotal roles. Vettaiyan didn't perform well at the box office and could not surpass its overall budget. The actor has several films lined up in his kitty, including Section 84, the sequel of Kalki 2898 AD, and Brahmastra Part 2: Dev. He is also expected to return for the next season of Kaun Banega Crorepati on Sony TV, later this year.
Hans India
08-06-2025
- Hans India
West Bengal Teen Missing After Factory Owner's Torture Over Theft Allegations
A massive search operation is underway in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district for a 14-year-old boy who disappeared nearly ten days ago after being brutally tortured by his employer over accusations of stealing a mobile phone. Police have arrested five individuals in connection with the case, including the primary accused factory owner. The missing teenager, originally from Islampur in Uttar Dinajpur district, had been working at a jeans dyeing factory for over a month alongside his elder brother. The family filed a First Information Report on June 3 after the boy vanished, naming four individuals along with other unidentified persons in their complaint. The case gained wider attention when a disturbing video surfaced on social media platforms earlier this week, allegedly showing the factory owner, known by the single name Shahenshah, subjecting the minor to severe physical abuse. The footage, whose authenticity could not be independently verified, reportedly depicts shocking acts of violence against the child worker. According to police sources from the Diamond Harbour district, law enforcement agencies are continuing their intensive search for the missing boy while pursuing the arrested suspects. Shahenshah, identified as the main perpetrator, was apprehended in Mumbai and is currently being transported to Kolkata for further interrogation and legal proceedings. A senior officer from Rabindra Nagar police station, speaking on condition of anonymity, described the horrific nature of the alleged torture captured in the viral video. The footage reportedly shows the teenager suspended upside down with his hands bound while Shahenshah inflicted electric shocks on him as a form of punishment for the alleged theft. During police questioning, Shahenshah reportedly admitted to torturing the boy around May 28, claiming that the teenager subsequently managed to escape from the factory premises. However, investigators have noted significant inconsistencies between his statements and those provided by other accused individuals, raising questions about the complete accuracy of his account. The victim's family and neighbors from Islampur have disputed the theft allegations, suggesting that Shahenshah fabricated the mobile phone stealing charge to avoid paying the boy his earned wages. This theory has gained credence among local community members who are familiar with both the family and the circumstances surrounding the boy's employment. The teenager's distraught mother has made emotional appeals through local media outlets, demanding justice for her son and his safe return. She expressed outrage at the treatment her child received while working away from home, calling for severe punishment for those responsible for his disappearance and the alleged abuse he endured. Community members have supported the family's version of events, with one neighbor telling media representatives that the theft accusation appeared to be a deliberate attempt to avoid salary payments. According to this account, when the family contacted the factory owner after a month to request the boy's wages be sent home, Shahenshah began making excuses and delaying payment. The neighbor suggested that the mobile phone theft allegation emerged as a convenient justification for withholding the teenager's salary, implying that the accusations were fabricated to serve the employer's financial interests rather than based on any actual wrongdoing by the young worker. Police have expanded their investigation beyond the immediate crime scene, implementing a comprehensive search strategy that includes reviewing CCTV footage from the surrounding area. Law enforcement agencies have also coordinated with nearby police stations, the state's Criminal Investigation Department, and local hospitals to ensure all possible leads are pursued in locating the missing teenager. The case highlights ongoing concerns about child labor practices and worker safety in small-scale industrial operations, particularly involving vulnerable migrant workers who travel from rural areas seeking employment opportunities. The incident has drawn attention to the need for better oversight and protection mechanisms for young workers in informal manufacturing sectors. Authorities continue to treat this as an active missing person case while simultaneously pursuing charges related to the alleged torture and abuse. The investigation remains ongoing as police work to piece together the complete sequence of events that led to the teenager's disappearance and ensure accountability for those involved in his mistreatment.
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Time of India
Factory owner held in Mum for teen's torture
Kolkata: Shahenshah, the owner of a jeans manufacturing unit in Maheshtala in South 24 Parganas was arrested from Mumbai by a team of Bengal Police on Thursday for the alleged torture of a teenaged boy, who worked at his factory. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The arrest was made amid the outrage over a widely circulated video, showing the 14-year-old boy, Samsad Ali, being hanged upside down, his hands tied with electric cables, thrashed and administered electric shock. Samsad, who came from Chogoria village in Islampur in North Dinajpur, had been working at the factory for one-and-a-half months. Samsad was being turtured allegedly for stealing a mobile. But his father had said that ahead of Eid, Samdas had asked the factory owner for his wages, which were due, and that had led to this torture. Shahenshah had been on the run ever since the video went viral, police said. Earlier, three other persons involved in the incident were arrested. The boy's family claimed he was falsely accused of stealing the cellphone. "He was tortured without any reason. We have lodged a police complaint," a family member told reporters. pti
