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News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Aishwarya Rai 'Knows How To Play With You', Says Zayed Khan: 'Had Her Picture In Locker Room'
Zayed Khan lauded Aishwarya Rai for her professionalism and also praised her 'porcelain' skin. Aishwarya Rai captured the hearts of millions across the globe when she became Miss World. Zayed Khan was no exception. The actor used to have Aishwarya's posters in his locker room. As such, when he got the opportunity to work with her in Shabd, Zayed quickly agreed. In a recent chat with Siddharth Kannan, Zayed Khan opened up about working with Aishwarya Rai. Zayed Khan said, 'Shabd was the film that showed a married woman falling in love with a young man. Strangely, all the films that I had chosen were ahead of their time. Shabd had a good story. It was a slice of life told at a time when people weren't ready for it." He added, 'I was a fan of Aishwarya when she became Miss World. I used to have her picture in the locker room. When I heard the script of the film and learned that Aishwarya is in the film, I quickly asked, 'Where do I sign on?' I had a wonderful experience working with her." Zayed explained, 'She really knows how to play with you. There are actors who take time to come on set, and there is drama, and actual work is suffering; that's the worst situation to be in. But with Aishwarya, I thought it would be tough to break my fan moment, but she so naturally just said 'hi' and asked me if I wanted to do rehearsals first. She is so beautiful, it's like porcelain, it's not possible. Today, people do filters and all, but she had a natural filter." About Shabd Shabd (2005), directed by Leena Yadav, is a psychological drama that delves into the blurred lines between reality and fiction. The film stars Aishwarya Rai as Antara, a college lecturer, and Zayed Khan as Yash Agnihotri, a young admirer who becomes entangled in a complex narrative orchestrated by Antara's husband, Shaukat Vashisht, portrayed by Sanjay Dutt. The story unfolds as Shaukat, a celebrated author, grapples with writer's block. In a desperate bid for inspiration, he manipulates his wife's emotions by encouraging her to engage with Yash, hoping to fuel his creative process. This psychological experiment spirals out of control, leading to unforeseen consequences for all involved.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Zayed Khan dismisses rumoured relationship with Esha Deol: ‘I was always with my wife, Malaika Parekh'
Zayed Khan recently addressed long-standing rumours linking him romantically to his 'Chura Liyaa Hai Tumne' co-star Esha Deol . The duo is known for their on-screen performances together in films like 'Dus' and 'Cash'. He has now denied such rumours connecting him to Esha and shared that he was already committed to his now-wife, Malaika Parekh, during that period. Zayed Khan about link up rumours with Esha Deol In a conversation with Siddharth Kannan, Zayed said, 'We have done a lot of films together. I was always with my wife, Malaika, and Esha and Malaika have always been good friends. Esha is a sweetheart, and I don't want to say anything because she got married and all. She has been a buddy for life,' he clarified. Zayed Khan on working with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Aishwarya Rai Bachchan & Aaradhya Are Mother-Daughter Goals Zayed also revisited his experience of working on Shabd, starring Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. He described that Shabd had a strong storyline but was released at a time when audiences weren't ready for such themes. It explored a married woman's affair with a younger man. He added that many of his film choices were ahead of their time. He admitted that he had been a fan of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan since she became Miss World. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One of the Most Successful Investors of All Time, Warren Buffett, Recommends: 5 Books for Turning... Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Click Here Undo 'I used to have her picture in the locker room. When I heard the script of the film and learned that Aishwarya was in it, I quickly asked where to sign. I had a wonderful experience working with her,' he stated. Zayed showered praise on Aishwarya for her professionalism and effortless charm. He recalled how she made him feel at ease despite his initial fanboy moment. He admired her natural beauty, comparing it to porcelain, and noted that unlike others who rely on filters, she possessed a flawless, natural radiance. Zayed Khan's last appearance in a feature film was in 'Sharafat Gayi Tel Lene' back in 2015.
India Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Zayed Khan: Sussanne and Hrithik are still soulmates even after divorce
Zayed Khan, who took a hiatus from films in 2015, said his sister Sussanne Khan and actor Hrithik Roshan remain soulmates even after their divorce. He spoke about the foundations of a solid relationship and described their family as highly evolved and an interview with Sidharth Kannan, the 44-year-old expressed that the most important things one has with their partner are trust, understanding and compatibility. "If someone doesn't put it on a higher pedestal than everything else, then there's something just blatantly wrong," he 'Main Hoon Na' actor deliberated further on his idea of a soulmate and said, "I mean, did you get married for fame? Did you get married for money? If you get married for all of these things, then you're bound to have massive, massive problems, especially at the time of a divorce. But if you met your soulmate? You married your soulmate. And things went on. Water went under the bridge. Your soulmate is still there." He spoke about his family and said they are highly evolved in understanding such a situation. Zayed underlined how he doesn't care about what anybody else thinks and said they are happy, have children to look forward to and have so many better things to look forward to than all also said he found Sussanne's current boyfriend, Arslan Goni, a cool kid and a sweetheart. "He's full of life and energy. He's always smiling and happy, and he wants to do fun things. He's younger than me, but he's good," he and Sussanne married in 2000 at a private ceremony in Bangalore. They have two sons named Hrehaan and Hredaan. The couple announced their separation in 2014. Hrithik is now dating actor Saba Azad and Sussanne is dating Arslan made his debut with the film 'Chura Liya Hai Tumne' and rose to fame with Shah Rukh Khan's 'Main Hoon Na'. He was last seen in the film 'Sharafat Gayi Tel Lene' and the television show, 'Haasil.'Must Watch
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.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Zayed Khan Reveals Family's Darkest Days: ‘Sold Cars, Took Autos'
Last Updated: Zayed Khan recently opened up about his family's difficult period following a fire accident on his father Sanjay Khan's set during the Tipu Sultan shoot. Zayed Khan, the charming actor who stole hearts in Main Hoon Na, has been relatively low-key in recent years. However, the actor has now opened up about his journey, sharing the highs and lows of his career and personal life. Born to director Sanjay Khan, Zayed recalled the tough times his family endured, including a particularly challenging period after his father suffered a fire accident while filming Tipu Sultan. Despite being the son of a well-known filmmaker, Zayed Khan revealed the harsh realities of his family's past struggles, sharing a painful memory from his past about a fire accident on his father, Sanjay Khan's, film set. The fire badly injured Sanjay and caused huge emotional and financial problems for the family. Zayed spoke openly about this difficult time, admitting it was a huge challenge for them to get through. In an interview with Siddharth Kanan, he recalled, 'My dad had a fire accident at that time, during Tipu Sultan. There was a lot of distress at home, and the way I saw my mother and sisters during that period really hurt me deeply. The family was extremely financially burdened at that time. A lot of people had passed away in that fire, and there was no insurance at the time." 'I saw a lot of pain in my mother and sisters and how they took up the mantle to support my father, like take autos, sell cars and get into taxis — yes. Our house was mortgaged, and many other things," he added. The 44-year-old actor went on to say, 'You truly see who your friends are during times like that. We got better cars again once we came out of the situation." Zayed Khan further shared that during tough times, he even suggested joining a boarding school to ease the financial burden on his family, knowing his mother was already caring for many. But the moment that stood out was when he proudly handed over his first paycheck from his debut film to his mother, feeling an overwhelming sense of pride and accomplishment. First Published:
