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India.com
5 days ago
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- India.com
'Hit me with a spoon...' Drunk Salman Khan once slapped THIS star after he urinated on his shoes, apologised to him and..., his name is...
The film industry is known for many high-profile scandals and rumors that have now become a golden chapter, which were not just limited to actors and actresses but also created huge rifts with directors as well. One of the most popular was an incident between a superstar and a prominent director that became a huge topic in the industry. One Of The Leading Filmmakers from Bollywood Here we are talking about Subhash Ghai , who is a leading director in India. He has given us many successful films, such as Khal Nayak, Taal, Ram Lakhan, Karz and Saudagar . He was among the most successful directors in Hindi cinema during the 80s and 90s . Most of you may not have known this, but he was an outsider who rose to fame with his dedication and immense love for art. Meanwhile, there was an ugly incident that happened between him and Salman Khan . When Salman Slapped Subhash Ghai For… According to reports, Salman Khan allegedly hit Subhash Ghai at a party. After slapping the filmmaker, Salman Khan swiftly acknowledged his mistake and expressed regret to Subhash Ghai the following day. In a throwback interview with Zoom, Salim Khan , Salman's father, remembered the event and stated that he suggested Salman should say sorry. Salman acknowledged his mistake, citing alcohol as cause, and he heeded his father's counsel by saying sorry to Subhash Ghai. Salim Khan stated, 'Following the altercation, the next morning, while I was drinking my tea, he approached me and recounted the event.' I inquired whether he recognized it was his fault, and he acknowledged that he was to blame and attributed the fight to alcohol. I suggested he answer the call and apologize to Subhash, and he went ahead and did that. In a 2002 interview regarding the incident, Salman mentioned, 'I have injured myself extensively.' I am unable to harm anyone else. I have only struck Subhash Ghai. Still, I expressed my regret to him the following day. He explained, saying, ' That individual struck me with a spoon, nearly shattered a plate on my face, urinated on my shoes, and seized me by the throat. I was unable to restrain myself. And see what occurred. ' The following day, I needed to go and say sorry .' Subhash Ghai decided to move on from the past and currently maintains a warm bond with Salman Khan and his family.
India.com
7 days ago
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- India.com
Meet man who wanted to be an actor, but never became one, is now a famous…, changed lives of Madhuri Dixit, Manisha Koirala, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, he is…
So many people who come to Mumbai aspire to be actors. However, not everyone has the luck or potential to make it. Today, we will talk about a man who delivered a blockbuster film, yet chose to leave the industry. Even though he is no longer an actor, he is known as the Godfather of Madhuri Dixit. If you are wondering who we are talking about, then this ace director is none other than Subhash Ghai. In 1979, Subhash Ghai entered the world of direction with the film Kaliyachan. Before making his directorial debut, Subhash played small roles in films. Sadly, Ghai didn't find much success as an actor, but when he debuted as a director, his luck changed. Over the next few years, he delivered hits like Parinda and Taal. Subhash's acting debut was alongside Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore in the film Aaradhana. He also did small roles in movies such as Umang, Bharat Ke Shaheed, Sherni, and Natak. When he realised acting wasn't working out for him, he went different ways and decided to pursue direction. His first film Kaliyachan became a massive success, and also became a turning point in his career. Kaliyachan featured Shatrughan Sinha. This film's success not only gave a major boost to Shatrughan's career but also established Subhash Ghai's in Bollywood. After receiving massive success as a director, Ghai went on to deliver hits including Vishwanath, Gautam Govinda, Karz, Krodhi, Hero, Vidhaata, Karma, Ram Lakhan, Saudagar, Khalnayak, Yaadein, Yuvvraaj, Black & White, and Kaanchi. These movies not only performed well at the box office, but also gave identities to their lead actors. Madhuri Dixit's Godfather After Madhuri's debut film Abodh, she faced a series of flops. After these setbacks, Subhash Ghai chose to give her another opportunity and reintroduced her in Ram Lakhan, which turned out to be a huge hit and gave her a strong identity.
Pink Villa
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
When Salman Khan slapped Subhash Ghai: What happened during ugly brawl at a party?
Salman Khan is among the biggest stars of Bollywood. He is often called the most misunderstood person in the film industry, because of the numerous controversies he has faced, both in his professional and personal life. One major controversy was when the Dabangg actor engaged in an ugly and violent brawl with veteran filmmaker, Subhash Ghai. Reportedly, Salman Khan slapped the Ram Lakhan director at a Bollywood party, leaving everyone in shock. But what had actually happened? As per Salman Khan 's old interview, the actor confessed that he slapped Subhash Ghai, but not in the influence of alcohol. He was triggered due to the constant misbehaviour of the veteran filmmaker who had almost broken a plate on his face and peed on his shoes. 'I have hurt myself all over. I cannot hurt anyone else. I have only hit Subhash Ghai. Yet, I apologised to him the next day. That person hit me with a spoon, almost broke a plate on my face, urinated on my shoes, and grabbed me by the neck. I couldn't control myself. And look what happened. The next day, I had to go and apologise.' Reportedly, Salman Khan's father, veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, acted as a mediator between the two. He asked Salman if he realized his mistake when the actor nodded positively, his father convinced him to apologize to the filmmaker. Subhash Ghai acted with maturity, directed Salman Khan in Yuvvraaj Shedding more light on the incident, Subhash Ghai himself mentioned in an interview, 'Salman came and stood in front of me like a guilty child. I smiled and asked him, 'What happened to you last night?' and he said, 'I have come here because my father told me to do so.' I said, 'So you are not sorry?' and he replied, 'Of course I am.' That's how we broke the ice.' With Salman Khan's apology, Subhash Ghai acted with maturity and did a film with him, forgetting their violent brawl. For the unversed, Salman Khan played the lead role in Subhash Ghai's Yuvvraaj, co-starring Katrina Kaif, Anil Kapoor, and Zayed Khan. The movie ended up being one of the biggest flops of Salman and Ghai's careers. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more.
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Javed Akhtar receives Dostoevsky Award for influence on cultural heritage, literary dialogue
Lyricist was honoured with the prestigious Dostoevsky Star Award for his remarkable influence on cultural heritage and literary dialogue on Friday. Taking to her handle, , wife of Javed Akhtar, shared the snaps from the award ceremony, featuring the renowned lyricist accepting the award from the dignitaries from the Russian House. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now While sharing the photos, the actress wrote, "Another big honour for Javed Akhtar as he receives the Dostoevsky Star Award! This year, the Russian House is deeply honoured to present the Dostoevsky Star Award to the renowned poet, lyricist, and public intellectual Mr. Javed Akhtar, to recognise his remarkable influence on cultural dialogue and literary heritage." Javed Akhtar, considered the legendary screenwriter for the Indian cinema industry, has won numerous awards during his decades-long career. These include the National Award for Best Lyrics, the Padma Shri by the Government of India in 1999, and the Padma Bhushan in 2007. Earlier this year, Javed Akhtar was conferred the Lifetime Achievement award at the convocation ceremony of Whistling Woods International, a renowned film institute. The Whistling Woods International was founded by director Subhash Ghai in 2006. After receiving the awards, Javed Akhtar and imparted some words of wisdom to the students who attended the ceremony. Akhtar , who is known for writing the screenplays of blockbuster films like Zanjeer and Sholay, talked about the importance of self-esteem in achieving excellence in life in his gratitude speech. He said, "The only reason that can make you excellent is your self-esteem. Maybe the world doesn't have to be, and maybe your friends are saying that you are very rude, but I know that I can be better, and it has to be better because I am doing it. If you have high self-esteem then you can reach excellence. Self-esteem demands only yourself and nothing else." Javed Akhtar has written the screenplay for superhit movies like 'Sholay', 'Deewar', 'Zanjeer' and others.
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Subhash Ghai reveals why Jackie Shroff has remained a public and industry favourite for 42 years
Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai , on Tuesday, took to social media to share a heartfelt note on what makes actor Jackie Shroff such an enduring and beloved figure in the Indian film industry and among the public. In his heartfelt post, Ghai praised Shroff, fondly known as Bhidhu, for his unwavering authenticity and grounded nature, which, according to the director, has kept him relevant and loved for the past 42 years. Calling him "one of the finest humans inside," Ghai lauded the actor's compassion, simplicity, and emotional depth. He highlighted that Jackie has always stayed connected to his roots and maintained a positive outlook on life-qualities that have earned him both admiration and affection across generations. The post was accompanied by a nostalgic photograph from a gallery curated by Praveen Chandra, which Ghai said was recently shared with him. Sharing a photo featuring Jackie Shroff, the ace filmmaker wrote, "Why Bhidhu is so popular person in the public and movie industry for 42 years? He never wore a mask of being a star neither in public nor to his directors He is one of the finest Human inside n have compassion for others. He is simple in thoughts n positive about life. He is emotional n knows his roots. The above picture is shown is photograph galley by praveen Chandra who sent me this last week Thank u Praveen. "(sic) In the image, the 'Teri Meherbaniyan' actor is seen sitting on one leg intently watching a portrait of Subhash Ghai, capturing a moment of quiet admiration and deep respect. To note, Jackie Shroff rose to stardom with his lead debut in Subhash Ghai's 1983 blockbuster "Hero," a film that catapulted him to overnight fame and established him as a household name. Years later, the actor reunited with Ghai for "Yaadein" (2001), a Hindi-language musical drama featuring an ensemble cast that included Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor, and Amrish Puri. While the film received mixed to negative reviews and underperformed at the box office, Shroff's performance stood out-earning him a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the 47th Filmfare Awards. 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 .
