<p>All's well between Karan Johar and Kartik Aaryan. Days after the filmmaker said that he is open to working with the actor, on Wednesday, Johar's production house Dharma Production announced its new feature film starring Kartik Aaryan. The untitled film will be produced by Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Motion Pictures and will be helmed by <em>The Night Manager</em> director Sandeep Modi.&nbsp;<br />
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The project was announced on Kartik's 33rd birthday on Wednesday. Dharma Production shared the news on social media and the caption read, “Lights, camera and… surprise! (clapboard emoji) We are thrilled to announce a new story brewing that has found a home with Dharma Productions and Balaji Telefilms. Starring Kartik Aaryan and directed by Sandeep Modi, this yet-to-be-titled film will be released on 15th August 2025. Stay tuned!"&nbsp;<br />
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Karan Johar also took to Instagram&nbsp;to share the announcement with this caption, “Kickstarting today with some special news on a special day! Extremely thrilled to announce @dharmamovies and @balajimotionpictures coming together for a film helmed by the exceptionally talented @sandeipm. I find myself elated to also announce the supremely talented @kartikaaryan as our lead for this story that will unfold in cinemas on 15th August, 2025!”</p>

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<p>He also wished Kartik on his birthday. “Kartik, happy birthday to you… may our collaboration only grow from strength to strength from hereon and never cease to create magic on the big screen (red heart emojis),” Karan wrote.<br />
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Kartik also took to X to share the announcement. He wrote, “An unforgettable chapter of our glorious Indian history full of valour and sacrifice is now going to be part of my life 🇮🇳 a subject close to my heart... super proud and excited to embark on a new journey with the extremely talented @sandeep_modi and the powerhouse #karanjohar and @EktaaRKapoor (cracker emoji).”</p>

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<p><strong>Kartik Aaryan-Karan Johar's first collaboration</strong><br />
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Kartik was initially signed as the lead in Colin D'Cunha's romantic comedy <em>Dostana 2,</em> the sequel to the 2008 blockbuster <em>Dostana.</em> Backed by Dharma Productions, <em>Dostana 2</em> also starred Janhvi Kapoor and newcomer Lakshya.<br />
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However, owing to some conflict of interest, <em>Dostana 2 </em>was shelved. Reports stated that Kartik had walked out of the film over creative differences with Johar. &nbsp;While both Kartik and Karan chose to maintain a dignified silence on the same, Dharma said that the film would be recast and reshot. Since then the maker and the actor have shared cold vibes which was widely discussed in public.&nbsp;<br />
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However, during a recent interview, Karan Johar clarified he'd love to collaborate with Kartik again. He had said, “We nearly did a film, but for various reasons, it couldn't happen. But you never say never. I'm sure the feature holds something strong for both of us. We don't know about Dostana, but that film will be defining for both of us."&nbsp;</p>


All's well between Karan Johar and Kartik Aaryan. Days after the filmmaker said that he is open to working with the actor, on Wednesday, Johar's production house Dharma Production announced its new feature film starring Kartik Aaryan.

All's well between Karan Johar and Kartik Aaryan. Days after the filmmaker said that he is open to working with the actor, on Wednesday, Johar's production house Dharma Production announced its new feature film starring Kartik Aaryan. The untitled film will be produced by Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Motion Pictures and will be helmed by The Night Manager director Sandeep Modi. The project was announced on Kartik's 33rd birthday on Wednesday. Dharma Production shared the news on social media and the caption read, “Lights, camera and… surprise! (clapboard emoji) We are thrilled to announce a new story brewing that has found a home with Dharma Productions and Balaji Telefilms. Starring Kartik Aaryan and directed by Sandeep Modi, this yet-to-be-titled film will be released on 15th August 2025. Stay tuned!" Karan Johar also took to Instagram to share the announcement with this caption, “Kickstarting today with some special news on a special day! Extremely thrilled to announce @dharmamovies and @balajimotionpictures coming together for a film helmed by the exceptionally talented @sandeipm. I find myself elated to also announce the supremely talented @kartikaaryan as our lead for this story that will unfold in cinemas on 15th August, 2025!” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karan Johar (@karanjohar) × He also wished Kartik on his birthday. “Kartik, happy birthday to you… may our collaboration only grow from strength to strength from hereon and never cease to create magic on the big screen (red heart emojis),” Karan wrote. Kartik also took to X to share the announcement. He wrote, “An unforgettable chapter of our glorious Indian history full of valour and sacrifice is now going to be part of my life 🇮🇳 a subject close to my heart... super proud and excited to embark on a new journey with the extremely talented @sandeep_modi and the powerhouse #karanjohar and @EktaaRKapoor (cracker emoji).” An unforgettable chapter of our glorious Indian history full of valour and sacrifice is now going to be part of my life 🇮🇳 a subject close to my heart... super proud and excited to embark on a new journey with the extremely talented @sandeep_modi and the powerhouse #karanjohar… pic.twitter.com/OxF705tG8F — Kartik Aaryan (@TheAaryanKartik) November 22, 2023 × Kartik Aaryan-Karan Johar's first collaboration Kartik was initially signed as the lead in Colin D'Cunha's romantic comedy Dostana 2, the sequel to the 2008 blockbuster Dostana. Backed by Dharma Productions, Dostana 2 also starred Janhvi Kapoor and newcomer Lakshya. However, owing to some conflict of interest, Dostana 2 was shelved. Reports stated that Kartik had walked out of the film over creative differences with Johar. While both Kartik and Karan chose to maintain a dignified silence on the same, Dharma said that the film would be recast and reshot. Since then the maker and the actor have shared cold vibes which was widely discussed in public. However, during a recent interview, Karan Johar clarified he'd love to collaborate with Kartik again. He had said, “We nearly did a film, but for various reasons, it couldn't happen. But you never say never. I'm sure the feature holds something strong for both of us. We don't know about Dostana, but that film will be defining for both of us."

On Kartik Aaryan's birthday, Karan Johar announces new film with the actor

All roads of Bollywood led to designer Manish Malhotra's Diwali party on Sunday night as stars from the Hindi film industry marked their attendance dressed in their traditional best.

All roads of Bollywood led to designer Manish Malhotra's Diwali party on Sunday night as stars from the Hindi film industry marked their attendance dressed in their traditional best. Stars like Salman Khan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Sidharth Malhotra and actor-wife Kiara Advani, Sonam Kapoor, Nushrat Bharucha and the entire The Archies cast graced the party. Most of the stars first posed for the paps before entering Manish's home. Many were even dressed in the designer's creations. Actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan who recently turned 50, looked gorgeous as always in a full-sleeved red kurta and sharara set along with a dupatta. She had her hair styled in curls for the party and completed her look with a silver bindi on her forehead, striking red lips and big traditional earrings. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manav Manglani (@manav.manglani) × Kiara Advani opted for a mustard velvet lehenga and added an emerald necklace to complete the look and kept her makeup minimal. Kiara posed for the paparazzi with her husband, actor Sidharth Malhotra, who was dressed in an embroidered black kurta and pyjama. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) × Actor Shahid Kapoor too made a grand entry with wife Mira Kapoor who looked stunning as always in a black saree. Shahid wore a white and blue sherwani for the party. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manav Manglani (@manav.manglani) × Salman Khan also took out time from his busy schedule ahead of his big Diwali release, Tiger 3 and made an appearance at Manish Malhotra's Diwali bash. He arrived late and was in a simple grey T-shirt and black cargo pants. He also hosts Bigg Boss 17 on TV. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) × See who all made it to Manish Malhotra's Diwali 2023 party: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manav Manglani (@manav.manglani) × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manav Manglani (@manav.manglani) × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manav Manglani (@manav.manglani) × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manav Manglani (@manav.manglani) ×

Salman Khan, Sid-Kiara, Aishwarya Rai and others dazzle at Manish Malhotra's Diwali party, see pics

<p>The upcoming film <em>Lahore, 1947</em>&nbsp; produced under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, is one of the most anticipated films in Indian cinema. The periodic film boasts one of the most prominent and creative names of the entertainment industry, as the trio of Sunny Deol, Rajkumar Santoshi and Aamir Khan are teaming up for the first time for this film.<br />
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The film was announced last month soon after the success of <em>Gadar 2.</em> What makes the announcement even more important is the fact that Sunny Deol and Aamir Khan have had very iconic box-office clashes as competitors in the past, where both have eventually emerged victorious.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-aamir-khan-collaborates-with-sunny-deol-and-rajkumar-santoshi-for-his-next-642069">Aamir Khan collaborates with Sunny Deol and Rajkumar Santoshi for his next</a><br />
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The first such clash at the ticket window was in 1990 when Aamir Khan’s <em>Dil&nbsp;</em>and Sunny Deol’s <em>Ghayal&nbsp;</em>were released on the same day. Then, in 1996, it was <em>Raja Hindustani&nbsp;</em>vs.<em> Ghatak</em>, followed by the most epic Box Office clash of Indian cinema in 2001, when <em>Lagaan</em>&nbsp;was released on the same day as <em>Gadar</em>. Now, for the very first time, the duo has come together and joined hands on a project.</p>

<p>Recently, during his appearance on <em>Koffee With Karan Season 8</em>, Sunny Deol was asked by the host, Karan Johar, to share the moment when he and Aamir decided to collaborate.</p>

<p>Sunny Deol said, "When Aamir Khan came to the success party of<em> Gadar 2</em>, he came to me and said that he wanted to meet me. I surprisingly asked myself what it was all about, and the next day we met, we discussed some ideas and possibilities for cooperation, and after the conclusion, we came to this project, and that's how it happened."</p>

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<h2><strong>About<em> Lahore 1947</em></strong></h2>

<p>Aamir Khan will take over the charge as producer under Aamir Khan Productions, while director Rajkumar Santoshi will helm the project, and Sunny Deol will be leading the film as the main actor.&nbsp;<br />
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<em>Lahore, 1947</em>&nbsp;marks the reunion of Aamir Khan and Santoshi after their&nbsp;cult classic&nbsp;<em>Andaz Apna Apna.</em></p>

<p>Santoshi and Deol have previously delivered three box office hits together in the form of <em>Ghayal, Damini</em>, and <em>Ghatak. </em></p>

<p>Given this impressive track record, it's only natural to anticipate that their upcoming project will be nothing short of epic.</p>


The upcoming film Lahore, 1947 produced under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, is one of the most anticipated films in Indian cinema. The periodic film boasts one of the most prominent and creative names of the entertainment industry, as the trio of Sunny Deol, Rajkumar Santoshi and Aamir Khan are teaming up for the first time for this film.

The upcoming film Lahore, 1947 produced under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, is one of the most anticipated films in Indian cinema. The periodic film boasts one of the most prominent and creative names of the entertainment industry, as the trio of Sunny Deol, Rajkumar Santoshi and Aamir Khan are teaming up for the first time for this film. The film was announced last month soon after the success of Gadar 2. What makes the announcement even more important is the fact that Sunny Deol and Aamir Khan have had very iconic box-office clashes as competitors in the past, where both have eventually emerged victorious. Aamir Khan collaborates with Sunny Deol and Rajkumar Santoshi for his next The first such clash at the ticket window was in 1990 when Aamir Khan’s Dil and Sunny Deol’s Ghayal were released on the same day. Then, in 1996, it was Raja Hindustani vs. Ghatak, followed by the most epic Box Office clash of Indian cinema in 2001, when Lagaan was released on the same day as Gadar. Now, for the very first time, the duo has come together and joined hands on a project. Recently, during his appearance on Koffee With Karan Season 8, Sunny Deol was asked by the host, Karan Johar, to share the moment when he and Aamir decided to collaborate. Sunny Deol said, "When Aamir Khan came to the success party of Gadar 2, he came to me and said that he wanted to meet me. I surprisingly asked myself what it was all about, and the next day we met, we discussed some ideas and possibilities for cooperation, and after the conclusion, we came to this project, and that's how it happened." About Lahore 1947 Aamir Khan will take over the charge as producer under Aamir Khan Productions, while director Rajkumar Santoshi will helm the project, and Sunny Deol will be leading the film as the main actor. Lahore, 1947 marks the reunion of Aamir Khan and Santoshi after their cult classic Andaz Apna Apna. Santoshi and Deol have previously delivered three box office hits together in the form of Ghayal, Damini, and Ghatak. Given this impressive track record, it's only natural to anticipate that their upcoming project will be nothing short of epic.

Sunny Deol opens up about teaming up with Aamir Khan for Lahore 1947

<p>The second episode of Koffee With Karan Season 8 featured the dynamic Deol brothers- Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol- who made revelations about their life, family and career like never before.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bobby Deol who has made one of the strongest comebacks in the B-town in recent years, opened up about how he withdrew from the industry when his films didn't work.<br />
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Bobby Deol said, “I gave up, I started self-pitying myself. I just took on drinking a lot, I was sitting at home. I used to keep cursing and saying, why don't people take me? I am good, why don't they want to work with me? I think I became so negative about everything, that there was no positiveness coming from me. I used to sit at home, my wife works. Suddenly I heard my son saying, you know Mom, Papa sits at home and you go to work everyday. Something snapped in me. I just said, no I can't! It was a slow process, when I got out of it, it took me time to get into the right mind frame to become okay. It can't happen overnight. My brother, my dad, my mom, my sisters, they were always there. You cannot always do anything while holding someone’s hand. You have to walk on your two feet. Then things started changing. I became more focused, more serious and when you focus and you have that energy in you. I mean I have gone and met so many people, I said to myself, I will go and meet people, tell them I want to work with you all. I came to you also, you still haven't worked with me "&nbsp;<br />
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The first episode of this season had Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone spilling details about their relationship and marriage like never before. The episode also addressed mental health issues and host Karan Johar too opened up about facing panic attacks in recent months.&nbsp;<br />
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Koffee With Karan Season 8 is streaming on Disney + Hostar.&nbsp;</p>


The second episode of Koffee With Karan Season 8 featured the dynamic Deol brothers- Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol- who made revelations about their life, family and career like never before.

The second episode of Koffee With Karan Season 8 featured the dynamic Deol brothers- Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol- who made revelations about their life, family and career like never before. Bobby Deol who has made one of the strongest comebacks in the B-town in recent years, opened up about how he withdrew from the industry when his films didn't work. Bobby Deol said, “I gave up, I started self-pitying myself. I just took on drinking a lot, I was sitting at home. I used to keep cursing and saying, why don't people take me? I am good, why don't they want to work with me? I think I became so negative about everything, that there was no positiveness coming from me. I used to sit at home, my wife works. Suddenly I heard my son saying, you know Mom, Papa sits at home and you go to work everyday. Something snapped in me. I just said, no I can't! It was a slow process, when I got out of it, it took me time to get into the right mind frame to become okay. It can't happen overnight. My brother, my dad, my mom, my sisters, they were always there. You cannot always do anything while holding someone’s hand. You have to walk on your two feet. Then things started changing. I became more focused, more serious and when you focus and you have that energy in you. I mean I have gone and met so many people, I said to myself, I will go and meet people, tell them I want to work with you all. I came to you also, you still haven't worked with me " The first episode of this season had Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone spilling details about their relationship and marriage like never before. The episode also addressed mental health issues and host Karan Johar too opened up about facing panic attacks in recent months. Koffee With Karan Season 8 is streaming on Disney + Hostar.

Koffee With Karan: Bobby Deol reveals he gave up on himself during the low phase of his career

<p>Filmmaker Karan Johar recently took to Instagram to engage with social media users in a live session where he discussed his work, but also had a few words for the "trollers" who criticised the first episode of his iconic talk show, <em>Koffee With Karan&nbsp;Season 8</em>. This particular episode featured Bollywood power couple Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone, whose candid remarks generated mixed reactions from viewers.</p>

<p>Acknowledging the ongoing discussions and debates surrounding the Ranveer and Deepika episode, Karan Johar wrote, "Do what you need to do because no one's looking." He also said that no one is hearing the people who are attacking the B-town couple.</p>

<p>Further, in response to online trolls, KJo made it clear that negativity and trolling were fruitless endeavours. He said, "Trolling gets you nowhere. You are landing nowhere." Demonstrating his willingness to heed feedback from social media, the celebrated filmmaker also stated that he is actively making changes in upcoming episodes of <em>Koffee With Karan</em>&nbsp;based on constructive criticism.</p>

<p>The Ranveer and Deepika episode of the show had sparked considerable controversy. The couple openly discussed their relationship and marriage, with Deepika revealing that she initially wanted to remain single after experiencing difficult relationships. "Even if we were technically allowed to see other people, we would just keep coming back to each other," she disclosed, referring to her relationship with Ranveer.</p>

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<p>A playful exchange on the show involved Deepika asking Ranveer about her past suitors. An amused Ranveer, however, reminded her of her earlier statement, saying, "Just a few minutes ago you said you were seeing other people and now you can't remember?" The episode also drew attention when Ranveer was accused of "repurposing" his story about meeting ex-girlfriend Anushka Sharma to describe his first meeting with Deepika.</p>

<p>Despite the controversies, the episode had a heartwarming moment as Deepika and Ranveer shared their wedding video with the world for the first time.</p>

<p>In the next episode of&nbsp;<em>Koffee With Karan,&nbsp;</em>viewers will get to see sibling duo Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol on the couch.&nbsp;New episodes of the show will drop every Thursday on Disney+Hotstar.</p>

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Filmmaker Karan Johar recently took to Instagram to engage with social media users in a live session where he discussed his work, but also had a few words for the "trollers" who criticised the first episode of his iconic talk show, Koffee With Karan Season 8.

Filmmaker Karan Johar recently took to Instagram to engage with social media users in a live session where he discussed his work, but also had a few words for the "trollers" who criticised the first episode of his iconic talk show, Koffee With Karan Season 8. This particular episode featured Bollywood power couple Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone, whose candid remarks generated mixed reactions from viewers. Acknowledging the ongoing discussions and debates surrounding the Ranveer and Deepika episode, Karan Johar wrote, "Do what you need to do because no one's looking." He also said that no one is hearing the people who are attacking the B-town couple. Further, in response to online trolls, KJo made it clear that negativity and trolling were fruitless endeavours. He said, "Trolling gets you nowhere. You are landing nowhere." Demonstrating his willingness to heed feedback from social media, the celebrated filmmaker also stated that he is actively making changes in upcoming episodes of Koffee With Karan based on constructive criticism. The Ranveer and Deepika episode of the show had sparked considerable controversy. The couple openly discussed their relationship and marriage, with Deepika revealing that she initially wanted to remain single after experiencing difficult relationships. "Even if we were technically allowed to see other people, we would just keep coming back to each other," she disclosed, referring to her relationship with Ranveer. Also read: Heidi Klum drops nude portrait before Halloween to depict the 'calm before the storm' A playful exchange on the show involved Deepika asking Ranveer about her past suitors. An amused Ranveer, however, reminded her of her earlier statement, saying, "Just a few minutes ago you said you were seeing other people and now you can't remember?" The episode also drew attention when Ranveer was accused of "repurposing" his story about meeting ex-girlfriend Anushka Sharma to describe his first meeting with Deepika. Despite the controversies, the episode had a heartwarming moment as Deepika and Ranveer shared their wedding video with the world for the first time. In the next episode of Koffee With Karan, viewers will get to see sibling duo Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol on the couch. New episodes of the show will drop every Thursday on Disney+Hotstar. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Karan Johar reacts to trolls targeting Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh after Koffee With Karan 8 episode

<p>The Deol siblings, Sunny and Bobby will share the couch on the second episode of<em> Koffee With Karan Season 8.</em> The trailer was dropped on Monday. The first episode featuring power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh garnered a lot of positive feedback and the latest trailer seems to promise an equally fun episode.&nbsp;<br />
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The Deol brothers had been stealing the limelight with their projects, with Sunning basking&nbsp;in the&nbsp;success of&nbsp;<em>Gadar 2</em> and Bobby&nbsp;for his looks in the upcoming film <em>Animal.</em><br />
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Season 8 has opened with immense love and appreciation and it couldn’t get more exciting, as this time, the dynamic Deol brothers, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol are set to grace the Koffee couch.</p>

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<p>The trailer shows Karan giving a standing ovation to the brothers for their recent successes.&nbsp;<br />
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“The first thing I have to do is give you a standing ovation”. They even discussed their father Dharmendra’s iconic kissing scene in Karan’s latest film, <em>Rocky Aur Rani kii Prem Kahaani</em>.&nbsp; Sunny said, “My dad can do whatever he likes and he gets away with it."<br />
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Karan Johar also revealed how Sunny Deol has a teddy bear fetish, “Who would know that a man who could destroy a country with a hand pump could actually be into teddy bears!” quipped Karan. <em>Koffee With Karan Season 8</em>’s next episode will drop on November 2 on Disney+ Hotstar.</p>


The Deol siblings, Sunny and Bobby will share the couch on the second episode of Koffee With Karan Season 8. The trailer was dropped on Monday. The first episode featuring power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh garnered a lot of positive feedback and the latest trailer seems to promise an equally fun episode.

The Deol siblings, Sunny and Bobby will share the couch on the second episode of Koffee With Karan Season 8. The trailer was dropped on Monday. The first episode featuring power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh garnered a lot of positive feedback and the latest trailer seems to promise an equally fun episode. The Deol brothers had been stealing the limelight with their projects, with Sunning basking in the success of Gadar 2 and Bobby for his looks in the upcoming film Animal. Season 8 has opened with immense love and appreciation and it couldn’t get more exciting, as this time, the dynamic Deol brothers, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol are set to grace the Koffee couch. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Disney+ Hotstar (@disneyplushotstar) × The trailer shows Karan giving a standing ovation to the brothers for their recent successes. “The first thing I have to do is give you a standing ovation”. They even discussed their father Dharmendra’s iconic kissing scene in Karan’s latest film, Rocky Aur Rani kii Prem Kahaani. Sunny said, “My dad can do whatever he likes and he gets away with it." Karan Johar also revealed how Sunny Deol has a teddy bear fetish, “Who would know that a man who could destroy a country with a hand pump could actually be into teddy bears!” quipped Karan. Koffee With Karan Season 8’s next episode will drop on November 2 on Disney+ Hotstar.

Koffee With Karan: Bobby and Sunny Deol get candid about dad Dharmendra's onscreen kiss

<p>Karan Johar is back with the much-anticipated new season of <em>Koffee With Karan</em>, which kicked off with Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh as the guests.</p>

<p>Talking about mental health to Deepika, Karan went on to reveal that he had an anxiety attack at the grand launch of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in April this year.<br />
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Talking about Deepika's struggle with mental health, Karan recalled the journey with the <em>Padmavat</em> actress, when she broke down in tears in a helicopter when they were returning from Shah Rukh Khan's birthday party in 2017.&nbsp;</p>

<p>''I remember holding her hand right through. She (Deepika) just cried, I looked and thought ‘I don’t even know how this feels'… till it happened to me,” Karan shared.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Karan revealed that he had a ''legit attack'' at the NMACC launch event.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The legit attack I had was at the NMACC launch. I remember Varun Dhawan was staring at me. I was sweating. I didn’t even realise my face was full of sweat. Varun came and he was like, ‘Are you okay?’ My hands were shaking. And then he took me to an empty room. I first thought if it was a cardiac arrest.''</p>

<p>He continued, ''I didn’t know what I was going through. I got out of my jacket, which was long and elaborate. I just left in half an hour. I went back home and I just went to my bed and I cried. I didn’t know why I was crying.”</p>

<p>“I called my psychologist the next day who I have known and dealt with before. I asked her, ‘What do I do? I’m just going through a tough time and I also have a film release coming up.’ Then she put me on medication which I’m still on. My mom’s gonna see this. But I’m okay,” The <em>Rocky Aur Rani..</em> director said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Over the years, Deepika has become the face of mental health awareness in India and has been a constant advocate of the same. She has founded Live Love Laugh Foundation which helps people suffering from anxiety, depression and other mental disorders.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh wedding video</strong></p>

<p>For the first time ever, Bollywood's most famous couple, Deepika and Ranveer Singh shared a wedding video of their dreamy ceremony that took place in Lake Como in Italy.</p>

<p>The video footage gives a glimpse of their wedding festivities, Deepika walking through the aisle, and exchanging vows.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-deepika-padukone-ranveer-singhs-dreamy-wedding-video-will-fill-your-heart-with-warmth-watch-651365"> Read the full story here.</a></p>

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Karan Johar is back with the much-anticipated new season of Koffee With Karan, which kicked off with Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh as the guests. Talking about mental health to Deepika, Karan went on to reveal that he had an anxiety attack at the grand launch of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in April this year.

Karan Johar is back with the much-anticipated new season of Koffee With Karan, which kicked off with Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh as the guests. Talking about mental health to Deepika, Karan went on to reveal that he had an anxiety attack at the grand launch of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in April this year. Talking about Deepika's struggle with mental health, Karan recalled the journey with the Padmavat actress, when she broke down in tears in a helicopter when they were returning from Shah Rukh Khan's birthday party in 2017. ''I remember holding her hand right through. She (Deepika) just cried, I looked and thought ‘I don’t even know how this feels'… till it happened to me,” Karan shared. Karan revealed that he had a ''legit attack'' at the NMACC launch event. “The legit attack I had was at the NMACC launch. I remember Varun Dhawan was staring at me. I was sweating. I didn’t even realise my face was full of sweat. Varun came and he was like, ‘Are you okay?’ My hands were shaking. And then he took me to an empty room. I first thought if it was a cardiac arrest.'' He continued, ''I didn’t know what I was going through. I got out of my jacket, which was long and elaborate. I just left in half an hour. I went back home and I just went to my bed and I cried. I didn’t know why I was crying.” “I called my psychologist the next day who I have known and dealt with before. I asked her, ‘What do I do? I’m just going through a tough time and I also have a film release coming up.’ Then she put me on medication which I’m still on. My mom’s gonna see this. But I’m okay,” The Rocky Aur Rani.. director said. Over the years, Deepika has become the face of mental health awareness in India and has been a constant advocate of the same. She has founded Live Love Laugh Foundation which helps people suffering from anxiety, depression and other mental disorders. Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh wedding video For the first time ever, Bollywood's most famous couple, Deepika and Ranveer Singh shared a wedding video of their dreamy ceremony that took place in Lake Como in Italy. The video footage gives a glimpse of their wedding festivities, Deepika walking through the aisle, and exchanging vows. Read the full story here.

Karan Johar opens up about his mental health struggle, says he had a panic attack: 'My hands were shaking'

<p><em>Koffee with Karan</em>, the chat show hosted by Karan Johar, made its season debut with the gorgeous real-life couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh. And the episode was different from the usual KWK episodes in so many ways.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The show returned with a refreshing change. The first guests of the season, Deepika and Ranveer, kept the conversations so full of love and joy that it made fans go gaga over them one more time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Throughout the episode, the couple didn’t miss a chance to address their love towards each other and kept space in the room for Karan to talk about his battle with depression as well. One of the highlights from the show was when Karan opened up about not feeling his best in recent months, and Deepika comforted him with, “I am here for you Karan, whenever you need!”&nbsp;</p>

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I wish he would get a partner to share his life and finally gets a story to tell ❤️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KoffeeWithKaran?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KoffeeWithKaran</a><br />
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<p>Over the past few years, Karan Johar’s chat show, along with providing entertainment, has also been targeted for the hate it sometimes brings, for comparisons, and for putting people down.</p>

<p>The new episode,&nbsp;in that sense,&nbsp;seems like a beautiful change where both Deepika and Ranveer kept their conversations about love, mental health, and their marriage. There were no toxic conversations, no unnecessary gossip, no double-meaning chats - only love, smiles, laughter, joys, and happy tears.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-deepika-padukone-ranveer-singhs-dreamy-wedding-video-will-fill-your-heart-with-warmth-watch-651365">Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh's dreamy wedding video will fill your heart with warmth, watch</a></strong></p>

<p>The show was studded with lots of good moments which only goes on to show that one doesn’t need toxicity to grab eyeballs! One of the many best moments that the audience also got to witness through this episode is how Deepika and Ranveer sat next to each other, radiating power, love, and gratitude just as they do in their real life.&nbsp;<br />
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Fans too welcomed the new change on <em>Koffee With Karan</em> and termed the episode as 'wholesome and warm' and hailed #DeepVeer for setting couple goals.&nbsp;</p>

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so much respectful towards his wife.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RanveerSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RanveerSingh</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DeepikaPadukone?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DeepikaPadukone</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KoffeewithKaran?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KoffeewithKaran</a> <a href="https://t.co/LKloBISijM">pic.twitter.com/LKloBISijM</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">bhai the way ranveer looks at deepika, the way he was kissing her and the way he was literally showing that he won for life with her.<br />
yaaaaaaaaaaaaaar 😭<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KoffeeWithKaran?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KoffeeWithKaran</a> <a href="https://t.co/Ya4OE5XAup">pic.twitter.com/Ya4OE5XAup</a></p>
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<p><em>Koffee With Karan Season 8</em> is streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.&nbsp;</p>


Koffee with Karan, the chat show hosted by Karan Johar, made its season debut with the gorgeous real-life couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh. And the episode was different from the usual KWK episodes in so many ways.

Koffee with Karan, the chat show hosted by Karan Johar, made its season debut with the gorgeous real-life couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh. And the episode was different from the usual KWK episodes in so many ways. The show returned with a refreshing change. The first guests of the season, Deepika and Ranveer, kept the conversations so full of love and joy that it made fans go gaga over them one more time. Throughout the episode, the couple didn’t miss a chance to address their love towards each other and kept space in the room for Karan to talk about his battle with depression as well. One of the highlights from the show was when Karan opened up about not feeling his best in recent months, and Deepika comforted him with, “I am here for you Karan, whenever you need!” This is so heartfelt. #KaranJohar is such a big personality, has everything but still is lonely. Everyone should have that someone special. I wish he would get a partner to share his life and finally gets a story to tell ❤️#KoffeeWithKaran pic.twitter.com/TIxcvL3PF0 — Amber (@Amber_5577) October 25, 2023 × Over the past few years, Karan Johar’s chat show, along with providing entertainment, has also been targeted for the hate it sometimes brings, for comparisons, and for putting people down. The new episode, in that sense, seems like a beautiful change where both Deepika and Ranveer kept their conversations about love, mental health, and their marriage. There were no toxic conversations, no unnecessary gossip, no double-meaning chats - only love, smiles, laughter, joys, and happy tears. Also read: Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh's dreamy wedding video will fill your heart with warmth, watch The show was studded with lots of good moments which only goes on to show that one doesn’t need toxicity to grab eyeballs! One of the many best moments that the audience also got to witness through this episode is how Deepika and Ranveer sat next to each other, radiating power, love, and gratitude just as they do in their real life. Fans too welcomed the new change on Koffee With Karan and termed the episode as 'wholesome and warm' and hailed #DeepVeer for setting couple goals. #KoffeeWithKaran I am not crying, you are. If this is what an 11 year relationship looks like, I am down to wait for as long as it takes. pic.twitter.com/yPfF55TIoP — Surbhi Chauhan (@surbhichauhan04) October 25, 2023 × GREEN FLAG ALERT "Isse pehle koi aur aae, chappal rakh deta hu" so much respectful towards his wife.#RanveerSingh #DeepikaPadukone #KoffeewithKaran pic.twitter.com/LKloBISijM — Vidhi 🐻‍❄️ (@vidhi11_02) October 25, 2023 × bhai the way ranveer looks at deepika, the way he was kissing her and the way he was literally showing that he won for life with her. yaaaaaaaaaaaaaar 😭#KoffeeWithKaran pic.twitter.com/Ya4OE5XAup — shah (@anotherharshh) October 25, 2023 × Koffee With Karan Season 8 is streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.

Koffee With Karan Season 8: Fans hail Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh's episode for spreading love

<p>The beloved couch is back with its most loved and versatile host Karan Johar as<em> Koffee with Karan</em> returns for season 8. To spice up your life and bring you closer to your favourite stars, this time the conversations will be edgier, crazier and candid with no room to escape.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Being the most awaited season, the first episode couldn’t get any better as star-couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh come together for the first time ever on the Koffee couch, spilling the beans on their marriage, proposal and more.</p>

<p>Ranveer and Deepika, according to the trailer released, have revealed quite a few details about their relationship and marriage. Now, we hear that Ranveer has also spoken candidly about the days leading up to his wedding.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Director Rohit Shetty wrapped the shoot of <em>Simmba</em> before schedule so that Ranveer Singh could attend his wedding.</p>

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<p>Talking about this, Ranveer Singh said, “I called Rohit bhai and I said that aisa-aisa hai. He was like, <em>theek hai, day night shoot karke khatam karenge tu jaa jee le apni zindagi </em>(we will do day-night shoots and wrap up work). We shot day and night 24 hours round the clock towards the end of <em>Simmba </em>so I could make it for my wedding, I took the flight.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ranveer also revealed that while the couple got married in 2018, he had proposed to Deepika way back in 2015.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>Koffee with Karan Season 8</em> is set to brew from 26th October onwards, exclusively, only on Disney+ Hotstar.</p>


The beloved couch is back with its most loved and versatile host Karan Johar as Koffee with Karan returns for season 8. To spice up your life and bring you closer to your favourite stars, this time the conversations will be edgier, crazier and candid with no room to escape.

The beloved couch is back with its most loved and versatile host Karan Johar as Koffee with Karan returns for season 8. To spice up your life and bring you closer to your favourite stars, this time the conversations will be edgier, crazier and candid with no room to escape. Being the most awaited season, the first episode couldn’t get any better as star-couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh come together for the first time ever on the Koffee couch, spilling the beans on their marriage, proposal and more. Ranveer and Deepika, according to the trailer released, have revealed quite a few details about their relationship and marriage. Now, we hear that Ranveer has also spoken candidly about the days leading up to his wedding. Director Rohit Shetty wrapped the shoot of Simmba before schedule so that Ranveer Singh could attend his wedding. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ranveer Singh (@ranveersingh) × Talking about this, Ranveer Singh said, “I called Rohit bhai and I said that aisa-aisa hai. He was like, theek hai, day night shoot karke khatam karenge tu jaa jee le apni zindagi (we will do day-night shoots and wrap up work). We shot day and night 24 hours round the clock towards the end of Simmba so I could make it for my wedding, I took the flight.” Ranveer also revealed that while the couple got married in 2018, he had proposed to Deepika way back in 2015. Koffee with Karan Season 8 is set to brew from 26th October onwards, exclusively, only on Disney+ Hotstar.

Koffee With Karan Season 8: Ranveer Singh shot round the clock to wrap up Simmba & make it to his wedding

<p>Get ready for toodles! A new season of <em>Koffee With Karan</em> is almost here, and the audience can't wait to witness the whole new season of celebrities gracing the iconic couch as they spill some of their&nbsp;secrets while sipping coffee.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The first episode of the eighth season of<em> Koffee With Karan </em>will feature power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh. This is the first time that Deepika and Ranveer are coming together on the show.</p>

<p>On Sunday, the first promo of season 8 was unveiled and the audience can't wait to see Deepika and Ranveer and their fun chat with host Karan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the promo released, Karan introduces Deepika and Ranveer as 'Bollywood royalty'. In the fun-filled clip, Karan playfully asks Deepika, if she would ever date Rocky Randhawa (Ranveer's <em>Rocky aur Rani.</em>.character). To this, Deepika replies, '' I'm married to Rocky Randhawa''. Further, Ranveer reveals that he first proposed to Deepika in 2015, and was secretly engaged.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Deepika and&nbsp;Ranveer tied the knot in a private ceremony in Lake Como, Italy in&nbsp;2018.</p>

<p>In the teaser, Karan asks Deepika about her best on-screen chemistry apart from Ranveer, to which she replies, "Hrithik Roshan, which you will see."&nbsp;&nbsp;In the next shot, Singh surprisingly says, "Can't wait to see it."&nbsp;Deepika and&nbsp;Hrithik are sharing screen space in&nbsp;Sidharth Anand's action film <em>Fighter.</em> The film will be released on January 25, 2024.</p>

<p>In the clip, Karan asks the couple about their secret engagement, to which Ranveer replies that he proposed to Deepika in 2015. Replying to this, Deepika says, ''Advance booking''' (laughs). If reports are to be believed, the couple will show their wedding videos at the show.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Watch the promo below:</p>

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<p>Ranveer and Deepika looked classy and elegant as they twinned in black. The <em>Ram-Leela</em> actress wore a stunning body-con black dress and accessorised her look with a choker and rings. She kept her makeup simple, and&nbsp;her hair fell in&nbsp;loose curls.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Ranveer looked&nbsp;handsome in stylish black with matching pants.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>Koffee with Karan </em>Season 8 will premiere on October 26, exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar.&nbsp;</p>

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Get ready for toodles! A new season of Koffee With Karan is almost here, and the audience can't wait to witness the whole new season of celebrities gracing the iconic couch as they spill some of their secrets while sipping coffee.

Get ready for toodles! A new season of Koffee With Karan is almost here, and the audience can't wait to witness the whole new season of celebrities gracing the iconic couch as they spill some of their secrets while sipping coffee. The first episode of the eighth season of Koffee With Karan will feature power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh. This is the first time that Deepika and Ranveer are coming together on the show. On Sunday, the first promo of season 8 was unveiled and the audience can't wait to see Deepika and Ranveer and their fun chat with host Karan. In the promo released, Karan introduces Deepika and Ranveer as 'Bollywood royalty'. In the fun-filled clip, Karan playfully asks Deepika, if she would ever date Rocky Randhawa (Ranveer's Rocky aur Rani..character). To this, Deepika replies, '' I'm married to Rocky Randhawa''. Further, Ranveer reveals that he first proposed to Deepika in 2015, and was secretly engaged. Deepika and Ranveer tied the knot in a private ceremony in Lake Como, Italy in 2018. In the teaser, Karan asks Deepika about her best on-screen chemistry apart from Ranveer, to which she replies, "Hrithik Roshan, which you will see." In the next shot, Singh surprisingly says, "Can't wait to see it." Deepika and Hrithik are sharing screen space in Sidharth Anand's action film Fighter. The film will be released on January 25, 2024. In the clip, Karan asks the couple about their secret engagement, to which Ranveer replies that he proposed to Deepika in 2015. Replying to this, Deepika says, ''Advance booking''' (laughs). If reports are to be believed, the couple will show their wedding videos at the show. Watch the promo below: deepika padukone and ranveer singh on koffee with karan season 8 PROMO OUT!!! 🖤🖤 (dp is looking sooo hot in all black 🔥🔥🔥) pic.twitter.com/QB8RVRTFR7 — jawani 🇵🇸 (@dpobsessed) October 22, 2023 × Ranveer and Deepika looked classy and elegant as they twinned in black. The Ram-Leela actress wore a stunning body-con black dress and accessorised her look with a choker and rings. She kept her makeup simple, and her hair fell in loose curls. Meanwhile, Ranveer looked handsome in stylish black with matching pants. Koffee with Karan Season 8 will premiere on October 26, exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Watch: Ranveer Singh reveals he first proposed to Deepika in 2015 in Koffee with Karan 8 promo

<p>Guneet Monga Kapoor and Karan Johar, known for their successful collaborations on movies like <em>The Lunchbox</em>&nbsp;and the upcoming TIFF 2023 film <em>Kill</em>, are advancing with their much-anticipated Hindi-language adaptation of the French cinematic sensation <em>The&nbsp;Intouchables</em>. The duo has recently announced that director Collin D'Cunha will helm this exciting project.</p>

<p>Their journey with the remake of <em>The&nbsp;Intouchables</em>&nbsp;began nearly a decade ago when they secured the remake rights from Gaumont. The original film, which featured a remarkable storyline about an aristocrat hiring a young man from the projects to be his caregiver after becoming quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, enjoyed tremendous box office success. It starred Omar Sy and François Cluzet and later inspired multiple remakes, including Telugu, Tamil, and a US version starring Kevin Hart.</p>

<p>According to the producers, their Hindi adaptation seeks to capture the magic of the original while adding a unique touch that resonates with Indian audiences. The project is part of a broader creative partnership announced in May 2023 between Karan Johar's Dharma Productions and Guneet Monga Kapoor's Sikhya Entertainment.</p>

<p>Director Collin D'Cunha, who is currently working on the Amazon series <em>Call Me Bae</em>, produced by Karan Johar, brings his experience as a first and second assistant director on hit films like <em>Sanju</em>, <em>Secret Superstar</em>, and <em>PK</em>&nbsp;to this project.</p>

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<p>Karan Johar, sharing his excitement about the project, stated, "Working on 'The Intouchables' is a creative challenge and a thrilling opportunity. We are committed to bringing the essence of this beloved French film to the Indian audience while infusing it with our cultural sensibilities. Collaborating with Guneet once again is an exciting prospect, and I am confident that this project will touch the hearts of viewers across the country."</p>

<p>Guneet Monga Kapoor expressed her enthusiasm, saying, "The Intouchables is iconic and one of the most celebrated films around the world. It is very exciting to be able to bring that to India and Hindi audiences. After a high-octane, action-packed 'Kill,' we are venturing into dramedy, which signifies the range of the spectrum of our collaboration with Dharma, something we are incredibly excited about."</p>

<p>Director Collin D'Cunha shared his honour and excitement, stating, "Directing 'The Intouchables' adaptation is an incredible honour for me as a filmmaker. The original film left an indelible mark on audiences worldwide, and I am honoured to have the opportunity to bring this story to life for Indian viewers. Working with Karan Johar, Guneet Monga, and the entire team is something I'm greatly excited about and looking forward to."</p>

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Guneet Monga Kapoor and Karan Johar, known for their successful collaborations on movies like The Lunchbox and the upcoming TIFF 2023 film Kill, are advancing with their much-anticipated Hindi-language adaptation of the French cinematic sensation The Intouchables.

Guneet Monga Kapoor and Karan Johar, known for their successful collaborations on movies like The Lunchbox and the upcoming TIFF 2023 film Kill, are advancing with their much-anticipated Hindi-language adaptation of the French cinematic sensation The Intouchables. The duo has recently announced that director Collin D'Cunha will helm this exciting project. Their journey with the remake of The Intouchables began nearly a decade ago when they secured the remake rights from Gaumont. The original film, which featured a remarkable storyline about an aristocrat hiring a young man from the projects to be his caregiver after becoming quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, enjoyed tremendous box office success. It starred Omar Sy and François Cluzet and later inspired multiple remakes, including Telugu, Tamil, and a US version starring Kevin Hart. According to the producers, their Hindi adaptation seeks to capture the magic of the original while adding a unique touch that resonates with Indian audiences. The project is part of a broader creative partnership announced in May 2023 between Karan Johar's Dharma Productions and Guneet Monga Kapoor's Sikhya Entertainment. Director Collin D'Cunha, who is currently working on the Amazon series Call Me Bae, produced by Karan Johar, brings his experience as a first and second assistant director on hit films like Sanju, Secret Superstar, and PK to this project. Also read: Lupita Nyong'o announces breakup from Selema Masekela over 'deception' Karan Johar, sharing his excitement about the project, stated, "Working on 'The Intouchables' is a creative challenge and a thrilling opportunity. We are committed to bringing the essence of this beloved French film to the Indian audience while infusing it with our cultural sensibilities. Collaborating with Guneet once again is an exciting prospect, and I am confident that this project will touch the hearts of viewers across the country." Guneet Monga Kapoor expressed her enthusiasm, saying, "The Intouchables is iconic and one of the most celebrated films around the world. It is very exciting to be able to bring that to India and Hindi audiences. After a high-octane, action-packed 'Kill,' we are venturing into dramedy, which signifies the range of the spectrum of our collaboration with Dharma, something we are incredibly excited about." Director Collin D'Cunha shared his honour and excitement, stating, "Directing 'The Intouchables' adaptation is an incredible honour for me as a filmmaker. The original film left an indelible mark on audiences worldwide, and I am honoured to have the opportunity to bring this story to life for Indian viewers. Working with Karan Johar, Guneet Monga, and the entire team is something I'm greatly excited about and looking forward to." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Collin D’Cunha to helm Hindi remake of The Intouchables, backed by KJo and Guneet Monga Kapoor

<p>Every Karan Johar film has featured Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol - be it as the lead or in a cameo but the tradition was broken in Johar's recent release <em>Rocky Aur Ranii Ki Prem Kahaani. </em>Johar has now revealed that his team did suggest him to cast the two actors in his latest directorial but Karan confessed he didn't have the courage to approach SRK or Kajol.<br />
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While speaking to Pinkvilla, Johar said, "The entire AD team would say that the best moment in <em>Tum Kya Mile</em> should be… you track away from Alia (Bhatt) and Ranveer (Singh) and you see Shah Rukh and Kajol. You look at them and Alia realises this is pure love because they represent love. And I was like, with what kind of guts do I have, to go and ask Shah Rukh to not only do the cameo, but also come to Kashmir, to get into costume."<br />
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The director admitted that had he approached SRK, he would not have said no. “Shah Rukh never says no to me. I have to pick and choose what to ask. Like I remember when we went as a team to play that massive, impactful cameo in Brahmastra, at the end of the day, he looked at us and said, ‘This is Karan. I can’t say no.' I know that I can't take that empowered feeling for granted. I can't keep going back,” Karan said in the same interview.<br />
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Shah Rukh and Kajol first worked with Karan when he was an Assistant Director on Aditya Chopra's 1995 blockbuster <em>Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge</em>. They starred in his 1998 directorial debut <em>Kuch Kuch Hota Hai</em> and followed it up with <em>Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham</em> in 2001 and <em>My Name Is Khan</em> in 2010. The two have appeared in cameo roles in various Karan Johar productions over the years.&nbsp;<br />
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Besides the lead roles, Kajol had a cameo in Karan's 2006 romantic film <em>Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, </em>which had Shah Rukh in the lead, and his 2012 campus caper <em>Student of the Year</em>, which was co-produced by Shah Rukh's Red Chillies Entertainment. SRK also had a cameo in Karan directorial venture <em>Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.</em></p>

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Every Karan Johar film has featured Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol - be it as the lead or in a cameo but the tradition was broken in Johar's recent release Rocky Aur Ranii Ki Prem Kahaani.

Every Karan Johar film has featured Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol - be it as the lead or in a cameo but the tradition was broken in Johar's recent release Rocky Aur Ranii Ki Prem Kahaani. Johar has now revealed that his team did suggest him to cast the two actors in his latest directorial but Karan confessed he didn't have the courage to approach SRK or Kajol. While speaking to Pinkvilla, Johar said, "The entire AD team would say that the best moment in Tum Kya Mile should be… you track away from Alia (Bhatt) and Ranveer (Singh) and you see Shah Rukh and Kajol. You look at them and Alia realises this is pure love because they represent love. And I was like, with what kind of guts do I have, to go and ask Shah Rukh to not only do the cameo, but also come to Kashmir, to get into costume." The director admitted that had he approached SRK, he would not have said no. “Shah Rukh never says no to me. I have to pick and choose what to ask. Like I remember when we went as a team to play that massive, impactful cameo in Brahmastra, at the end of the day, he looked at us and said, ‘This is Karan. I can’t say no.' I know that I can't take that empowered feeling for granted. I can't keep going back,” Karan said in the same interview. Shah Rukh and Kajol first worked with Karan when he was an Assistant Director on Aditya Chopra's 1995 blockbuster Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. They starred in his 1998 directorial debut Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and followed it up with Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham in 2001 and My Name Is Khan in 2010. The two have appeared in cameo roles in various Karan Johar productions over the years. Besides the lead roles, Kajol had a cameo in Karan's 2006 romantic film Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, which had Shah Rukh in the lead, and his 2012 campus caper Student of the Year, which was co-produced by Shah Rukh's Red Chillies Entertainment. SRK also had a cameo in Karan directorial venture Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.

Karan Johar's team wanted SRK-Kajol's cameo in Rocky Aur Ranii Ki Prem Kahaani 

<p>President Droupadi Murmu will be conferring the National Film Awards at New Delhi's Vigyan Bhawan on Tuesday. Ahead of the ceremony, actress Alia Bhatt was spotted at Mumbai's Kalina airport leaving for the ceremony along with her husband Ranbir Kapoor.&nbsp;<br />
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Alia will be receiving her National Film Award for Best Actor for her performance in the film <em>Gangubai Kathiawadi.&nbsp;</em></p>

<p>Alia, dressed in an ivory salwar kameez with her hair&nbsp;tied in a bun, smiled and waved at the waiting paparazzi before entering the airport. Ranbir was in a black hoodie and pants and even wore sunglasses for the early morning flight.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">ALIA BHATT at 69th National Film Awards🤍<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NationalFilmAwards?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NationalFilmAwards</a> <a href="https://t.co/I46EY30Tl9">pic.twitter.com/I46EY30Tl9</a></p>
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<p><strong>Allu Arjun was spotted at the airport ahead of the National Awards</strong></p>

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Actor Allu Arjun and his wife Sneha Reddy were seen at Delhi airport on Tuesday morning as they arrived to attend the ceremony. Allu Arjun will be receiving the Best Actor National Award for his performance in <em>Pushpa. </em>He is the first Telugu actor to have received a National Award in the Best Actor category.&nbsp;</p>

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TFI Most awaited moment in sometime<br />
Stay tuned to <a href="https://twitter.com/TrendsAlluArjun?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TrendsAlluArjun</a> for tags!<a href="https://twitter.com/alluarjun?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@alluarjun</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NationalFilmAwards?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NationalFilmAwards</a> <a href="https://t.co/j2kLWxywOp">pic.twitter.com/j2kLWxywOp</a></p>
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<p>Meanwhile, Kriti Sanon arrived early on Tuesday in Delhi. Kriti and Alia have jointly been named as winners in the Best Actress category. Sanon has won for her performance in <em>Mimi</em> where she played a dancer and a surrogate mother.&nbsp;<br />
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When the awards were announced, Alia had given a shoutout to Kriti on Instagram. She had written, “P.S – Kriti .. I remember messaging you the day I saw Mimi .. it was such an honest and powerful performance.. I cried and cried.. so so well deserved.. shine on you star… the world is your oyster."<br />
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<strong>Karan Johar to attend National Film Awards</strong><br />
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Karan Johar along with Dharma Productions CEO Apoorv Mehta were also spotted at Mumbai's Kalina airport on Tuesday morning as they left for Delhi. Karan Johar's production <em>Shershaah</em>, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, has won the Special Jury Award at the 69th National Film Awards.<br />
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R Madhavan's <em>Rocketry: The Nambi Effect </em>has been named the Best Film of the Year while veteran actress Waheeda Rehman will be receiving the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award - the highest film award in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Alia's <em>Gangubai Kathiawadi</em> has won multiple awards, including Best Screenplay (Adapted) for Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Utkarshini Vashishtha, Best Dialogue Writer for Utkarshini and Prakash Kapadia and Best Editing for Sanjay Leela Bhansali.</p>

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President Droupadi Murmu will be conferring the National Film Awards at New Delhi's Vigyan Bhawan on Tuesday. Ahead of the ceremony, actress Alia Bhatt was spotted at Mumbai's Kalina airport leaving for the ceremony along with her husband Ranbir Kapoor.

President Droupadi Murmu will be conferring the National Film Awards at New Delhi's Vigyan Bhawan on Tuesday. Ahead of the ceremony, actress Alia Bhatt was spotted at Mumbai's Kalina airport leaving for the ceremony along with her husband Ranbir Kapoor. Alia will be receiving her National Film Award for Best Actor for her performance in the film Gangubai Kathiawadi. Alia, dressed in an ivory salwar kameez with her hair tied in a bun, smiled and waved at the waiting paparazzi before entering the airport. Ranbir was in a black hoodie and pants and even wore sunglasses for the early morning flight. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) × ALIA BHATT at 69th National Film Awards🤍#NationalFilmAwards pic.twitter.com/I46EY30Tl9 — 𝕂 (@theKforAlia) October 17, 2023 × Allu Arjun was spotted at the airport ahead of the National Awards Actor Allu Arjun and his wife Sneha Reddy were seen at Delhi airport on Tuesday morning as they arrived to attend the ceremony. Allu Arjun will be receiving the Best Actor National Award for his performance in Pushpa. He is the first Telugu actor to have received a National Award in the Best Actor category. He is Happy ..we are happy 🥹🤩 TFI Most awaited moment in sometime Stay tuned to @TrendsAlluArjun for tags!@alluarjun #NationalFilmAwards pic.twitter.com/j2kLWxywOp — Allu Arjun FC (@AlluArjunHCF) October 17, 2023 × National award winner is here @alluarjun 🔥 #AlluArjun #NationalFilmAwards pic.twitter.com/4Io9m6OMj0 — Musugu Donga (@MusuguDhonga) October 17, 2023 × Meanwhile, Kriti Sanon arrived early on Tuesday in Delhi. Kriti and Alia have jointly been named as winners in the Best Actress category. Sanon has won for her performance in Mimi where she played a dancer and a surrogate mother. When the awards were announced, Alia had given a shoutout to Kriti on Instagram. She had written, “P.S – Kriti .. I remember messaging you the day I saw Mimi .. it was such an honest and powerful performance.. I cried and cried.. so so well deserved.. shine on you star… the world is your oyster." Karan Johar to attend National Film Awards Karan Johar along with Dharma Productions CEO Apoorv Mehta were also spotted at Mumbai's Kalina airport on Tuesday morning as they left for Delhi. Karan Johar's production Shershaah, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, has won the Special Jury Award at the 69th National Film Awards. R Madhavan's Rocketry: The Nambi Effect has been named the Best Film of the Year while veteran actress Waheeda Rehman will be receiving the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award - the highest film award in India. Alia's Gangubai Kathiawadi has won multiple awards, including Best Screenplay (Adapted) for Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Utkarshini Vashishtha, Best Dialogue Writer for Utkarshini and Prakash Kapadia and Best Editing for Sanjay Leela Bhansali.

Alia Bhatt, Allu Arjun, Kriti Sanon arrive in New Delhi for National Film Awards ceremony

<p>To mark the 25th anniversary of the iconic film <em>Kuch Kuch Hota Hai</em>, the film's lead actress Kajol recreated her look from the film. Kajol played Anjali in the 1998 blockbuster which also featured Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji.&nbsp;<br />
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The film was helmed by Karan Johar who made his debut as a director with this movie.&nbsp;<br />
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Anjali's short hairdo, wide hairband dungarees and t-shirt combination had become a rage back then when the film had released. 25 years on, Kajol recreated the look to mark the special day. Taking to Instagram, the actress shared a video on Monday morning and wrote, “Stepping back into Anjali’s shoes after 25 years (couldn’t find the basketball though) So many memories and love attached to this film...So glad that everyone loves it as much as I do. A first for @karanjohar and a beginning to an amazing journey for @dharmamovies.” Directed by Karan Johar, the film also featured Anupam Kher, Rani Mukerji and Archana Puran Singh in important roles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She also praised the music of the film and added, “Fabulous music that still resonates, even today.. #kkhh is and always will be a labour of love @manishmalhotra05 @mickeycontractor @iamsrk @beingsalmankhan @iam_johnylever @parzaan.dastur @anupampkher @archanapuransingh #25yearsofkuchkuchhotahai."</p>

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<p>The actress was seen sporting a short hairdo, black co-ords and a matching baseball cap in the video.&nbsp;<br />
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Fans loved Kajol's post and showered love in the comment box. “You look so gorgeous in this tracksuit Anjali just got more, and more hotter with time," wrote one of them.<br />
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One of them wrote, “YAAAASSSS I really remember when I was kid, I always looked like Anjali because I was so obsessed. I started to like you because of this movie till NOW..”</p>

<p>On Sunday, a theatre in Mumbai screened the film for select audiences to celebrate the day. Post-show, Karan Johar, Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji gave the audience inside the hall a surprise and interacted with them, recalling their days of making the film.&nbsp;<br />
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To mark the 25th anniversary of the iconic film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, the film's lead actress Kajol recreated her look from the film. Kajol played Anjali in the 1998 blockbuster which also featured Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji.

To mark the 25th anniversary of the iconic film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, the film's lead actress Kajol recreated her look from the film. Kajol played Anjali in the 1998 blockbuster which also featured Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji. The film was helmed by Karan Johar who made his debut as a director with this movie. Anjali's short hairdo, wide hairband dungarees and t-shirt combination had become a rage back then when the film had released. 25 years on, Kajol recreated the look to mark the special day. Taking to Instagram, the actress shared a video on Monday morning and wrote, “Stepping back into Anjali’s shoes after 25 years (couldn’t find the basketball though) So many memories and love attached to this film...So glad that everyone loves it as much as I do. A first for @karanjohar and a beginning to an amazing journey for @dharmamovies.” Directed by Karan Johar, the film also featured Anupam Kher, Rani Mukerji and Archana Puran Singh in important roles. She also praised the music of the film and added, “Fabulous music that still resonates, even today.. #kkhh is and always will be a labour of love @manishmalhotra05 @mickeycontractor @iamsrk @beingsalmankhan @iam_johnylever @parzaan.dastur @anupampkher @archanapuransingh #25yearsofkuchkuchhotahai." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol) × The actress was seen sporting a short hairdo, black co-ords and a matching baseball cap in the video. Fans loved Kajol's post and showered love in the comment box. “You look so gorgeous in this tracksuit Anjali just got more, and more hotter with time," wrote one of them. One of them wrote, “YAAAASSSS I really remember when I was kid, I always looked like Anjali because I was so obsessed. I started to like you because of this movie till NOW..” On Sunday, a theatre in Mumbai screened the film for select audiences to celebrate the day. Post-show, Karan Johar, Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji gave the audience inside the hall a surprise and interacted with them, recalling their days of making the film.

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai turns 25: Kajol celebrates by transforming into Anjali

<p>Karan Johar's debut feature film, <em>Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,</em> which starred Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukerji in the lead, is completing 25 years. To mark the special occasion, the film is being re-released in theatres in India. The global blockbuster captured the imagination of both the masses as well as the critics and remains an iconic film to date.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The movie proved to be a trendsetter of the ’90s. From cementing the trend of gifting friendship bands on Friendship Day to Shah Rukh Khan's ‘cool’ pendant and Kajol’s bob-cut, the film set the pace for many new trends.&nbsp;<br />
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Released on October 16, 1998, <em>Kuch Kuch Hota Hai </em>will now celebrate its 25th anniversary next Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dharma Productions, along with PVR and INOX cinemas, are holding a special screening for the fans on Sunday, October 15, at PVR ICON, Mumbai on October 15.<br />
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Karan Johar-owned production house took to its social media channels and made the announcement on Wednesday, October 11, as it wrote, "Hum ek baar jeete hai, ek baar marte hai aur #KuchKuchHotaHai special screening ka mauka bhi ek hi baar milta hai! At PVR INOX (Mumbai) on 15th October - time to relive the magic!".<br />
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Reacting to the post, several fans outside of Mumbai asked for shows in their cities.&nbsp;<br />
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"Need more shows, not fair it's already full," another wrote, "Why not re-release it in all of India??". "Unfair Karan....Re-release it in all parts of India, especially Kerala", wrote a Shah Rukh Khan fan from Kerala.<br />
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The film had Salman Khan in a cameo role and also featured Archana Puran Singh, Anupam Kher, Sana Saeed, Farida Jalal, Reema Lagoo and Johnny Lever in key roles.&nbsp;<br />
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Karan Johar's debut feature film, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, which starred Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukerji in the lead, is completing 25 years. To mark the special occasion, the film is being re-released in theatres in India.

Karan Johar's debut feature film, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, which starred Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukerji in the lead, is completing 25 years. To mark the special occasion, the film is being re-released in theatres in India. The global blockbuster captured the imagination of both the masses as well as the critics and remains an iconic film to date. The movie proved to be a trendsetter of the ’90s. From cementing the trend of gifting friendship bands on Friendship Day to Shah Rukh Khan's ‘cool’ pendant and Kajol’s bob-cut, the film set the pace for many new trends. Released on October 16, 1998, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai will now celebrate its 25th anniversary next Monday. Dharma Productions, along with PVR and INOX cinemas, are holding a special screening for the fans on Sunday, October 15, at PVR ICON, Mumbai on October 15. Karan Johar-owned production house took to its social media channels and made the announcement on Wednesday, October 11, as it wrote, "Hum ek baar jeete hai, ek baar marte hai aur #KuchKuchHotaHai special screening ka mauka bhi ek hi baar milta hai! At PVR INOX (Mumbai) on 15th October - time to relive the magic!". Reacting to the post, several fans outside of Mumbai asked for shows in their cities. "Need more shows, not fair it's already full," another wrote, "Why not re-release it in all of India??". "Unfair Karan....Re-release it in all parts of India, especially Kerala", wrote a Shah Rukh Khan fan from Kerala. The film had Salman Khan in a cameo role and also featured Archana Puran Singh, Anupam Kher, Sana Saeed, Farida Jalal, Reema Lagoo and Johnny Lever in key roles. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai to re-release on its 25th anniversary

<p>On World Mental Health Day, several celebrities are talking about the importance of mental health and its well-being. Filmmaker Karan Johar has opened up for the first time about his tryst with anxiety and spoke at length about how it was first diagnosed in 2015 and how it came back earlier this year.&nbsp;<br />
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Taking to his Instagram page, KJo shared a note and stated that like many, he too felt that ‘this cannot happen to me’.&nbsp;<br />
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He wrote how one reads about mental health with compassion but never feels that it could come knocking on your door.</p>

<p>“But it can and it did… In 2015-2016 I felt the first burst of anxiety and knew that something was wrong… my friend guided me to a psychologist and after a series of conversations I knew what I was dealing with and addressed it medically and with a change of lifestyle…. Things got better and I weaned off the meds …,” he shared his experience with anxiety.<br />
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The filmmaker added that his anxiety came back this year, and he knew the trigger and so understood how to address it immediately.&nbsp;<br />
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He had a word of caution for those suffering from mental health that how ‘simple solutions’ like “go for a drive !!! Meet friends !! Go for a holiday …. Get a massage …” are red flag conversations, and one must be “educated enough in this zone” to even offer advice.</p>

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<p>The filmmaker then shared a message for family members of those suffering, as he wrote, “To family members my advice is simply to make sure that the person going through it seeks professional help…We tend to address blood pressure, diabetes, etc with so much instant ease so why neglect mental health….More power to those brave ones who acknowledge the issue and address it head on… But to the millions who don’t … just know that there is a better life awaiting you…. All you need to do is reach out …”<br />
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Johar's honest post was lauded by his fans who dropped comments like, "Well written Karan. You have put it so well,” “Thanks for talking about this Karan! Mental health is difficult to live with and more so if not talked about openly,” and “More power to."<br />
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On the work front, Karan Johar made his comeback as a director earlier this year with <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. </em></p>

<p>&nbsp;He is also set to be back with the new season of <em>Koffee with Karan.</em><br />
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On World Mental Health Day, several celebrities are talking about the importance of mental health and its well-being. Filmmaker Karan Johar has opened up for the first time about his tryst with anxiety and spoke at length about how it was first diagnosed in 2015 and how it came back earlier this year.

On World Mental Health Day, several celebrities are talking about the importance of mental health and its well-being. Filmmaker Karan Johar has opened up for the first time about his tryst with anxiety and spoke at length about how it was first diagnosed in 2015 and how it came back earlier this year. Taking to his Instagram page, KJo shared a note and stated that like many, he too felt that ‘this cannot happen to me’. He wrote how one reads about mental health with compassion but never feels that it could come knocking on your door. “But it can and it did… In 2015-2016 I felt the first burst of anxiety and knew that something was wrong… my friend guided me to a psychologist and after a series of conversations I knew what I was dealing with and addressed it medically and with a change of lifestyle…. Things got better and I weaned off the meds …,” he shared his experience with anxiety. The filmmaker added that his anxiety came back this year, and he knew the trigger and so understood how to address it immediately. He had a word of caution for those suffering from mental health that how ‘simple solutions’ like “go for a drive !!! Meet friends !! Go for a holiday …. Get a massage …” are red flag conversations, and one must be “educated enough in this zone” to even offer advice. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karan Johar (@karanjohar) × The filmmaker then shared a message for family members of those suffering, as he wrote, “To family members my advice is simply to make sure that the person going through it seeks professional help…We tend to address blood pressure, diabetes, etc with so much instant ease so why neglect mental health….More power to those brave ones who acknowledge the issue and address it head on… But to the millions who don’t … just know that there is a better life awaiting you…. All you need to do is reach out …” Johar's honest post was lauded by his fans who dropped comments like, "Well written Karan. You have put it so well,” “Thanks for talking about this Karan! Mental health is difficult to live with and more so if not talked about openly,” and “More power to." On the work front, Karan Johar made his comeback as a director earlier this year with Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. He is also set to be back with the new season of Koffee with Karan.

On World Mental Health Day, Karan Johar opens up about his battle with anxiety

<p>A new season of <em>Koffee With Karan </em>is brewing. This time around, the chat will be edgier, crazier and candid leading to a whole lot of revelations. The producer, director, show anchor and actor Karan Johar is back with <em>Koffee with Karan Season 8 </em>on Disney+ Hotstar. This season, the conversation will be beyond marriages, airport looks, social media and 'toodles to toodles.' Karan Johar will bring out the fun and no-filter side of the actors to give you all the scoop you need to discuss until the next season.&nbsp;<br />
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Gaurav Banerjee, Head - Content, Disney+ Hotstar &amp; HSM Entertainment Network, Disney Star said in a statement, “<em>Koffee with Karan S7</em> received a phenomenal response last year on Disney+ Hotstar. It is an iconic show and has been an audience favourite since its inception. With season 8 of Koffee with Karan, we aim to build and engage with this fandom twice as much. It’s exciting to collaborate with the ace producer-director Karan Johar yet again and take the content of this season to a larger audience”</p>

<p>Director and show anchor, Karan Johar said, “We all know you have been eagerly awaiting for the new season of Koffee with Karan - and your wishes have been heard! After the overwhelming response and a lot of conjectures from season 7, this season let’s make my friends and your favourite celebrities spill their secrets along with the no-filter conversations on the infamous Koffee couch. Coming back to Disney+ Hotstar, the new season of Koffee with Karan will be full of uninhibited chats, competitive rapid fires and a lot of conversations, which we all love! So why wait? Let’s brew <em>Koffee with Karan Season 8.</em>”</p>

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<p>So far, only a teaser of the show has been unveiled on social media. There have been no updates on who will feature on Karan's Koffee couch this year. Guess&nbsp;we will have to wait and watch this space.&nbsp;<br />
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A new season of Koffee With Karan is brewing. This time around, the chat will be edgier, crazier and candid leading to a whole lot of revelations. The producer, director, show anchor and actor Karan Johar is back with Koffee with Karan Season 8 on Disney+ Hotstar.

A new season of Koffee With Karan is brewing. This time around, the chat will be edgier, crazier and candid leading to a whole lot of revelations. The producer, director, show anchor and actor Karan Johar is back with Koffee with Karan Season 8 on Disney+ Hotstar. This season, the conversation will be beyond marriages, airport looks, social media and 'toodles to toodles.' Karan Johar will bring out the fun and no-filter side of the actors to give you all the scoop you need to discuss until the next season. Gaurav Banerjee, Head - Content, Disney+ Hotstar & HSM Entertainment Network, Disney Star said in a statement, “Koffee with Karan S7 received a phenomenal response last year on Disney+ Hotstar. It is an iconic show and has been an audience favourite since its inception. With season 8 of Koffee with Karan, we aim to build and engage with this fandom twice as much. It’s exciting to collaborate with the ace producer-director Karan Johar yet again and take the content of this season to a larger audience” Director and show anchor, Karan Johar said, “We all know you have been eagerly awaiting for the new season of Koffee with Karan - and your wishes have been heard! After the overwhelming response and a lot of conjectures from season 7, this season let’s make my friends and your favourite celebrities spill their secrets along with the no-filter conversations on the infamous Koffee couch. Coming back to Disney+ Hotstar, the new season of Koffee with Karan will be full of uninhibited chats, competitive rapid fires and a lot of conversations, which we all love! So why wait? Let’s brew Koffee with Karan Season 8.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karan Johar (@karanjohar) × So far, only a teaser of the show has been unveiled on social media. There have been no updates on who will feature on Karan's Koffee couch this year. Guess we will have to wait and watch this space. Koffee with Karan Season 8 is set to brew from October 26, exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar.

Karan Johar is back with Koffee With Karan Season 8. Watch the quirky teaser

<p>Alia Bhatt has announced her next project. The actress who was last seen in Karan Johar's directorial venture <em>Rocky Aur Ranii Ki Prem Kahaani,</em> will be next seen in a film titled <em>Jigra.</em> The first poster of the film was shared on social media on Tuesday.&nbsp;<br />
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The film will have Alia Bhatt playing the lead role and she also features in the poster of the film. <em>Jigra</em> is being co-produced by Alia's production house Eternal Sunshine Productions along with Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. The film is scheduled to release in September 2024.<br />
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The video shows an artwork of Alia in a shirt and trousers, carrying a backpack and looking sombre. She is seen in a street, surrounded by neon lights and hoardings.&nbsp;<br />
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Sharing the motion poster, Alia wrote, "Presenting #Jigra, directed by the extremely talented @vasanbala and produced by @dharmamovies &amp; @eternalsunshineproduction. From debuting in a Dharma production to now producing a film with them, in many ways, it feels like coming full circle from where I started. Every day is a different day… exciting, challenging (and a little scary)… not just as an actor but also as a producer as we bring this film to life, and I CANNOT wait to share more as we move forward. JIGRA - in cinemas on 27th September 2024.”</p>

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Alia Bhatt has announced her next project. The actress who was last seen in Karan Johar's directorial venture Rocky Aur Ranii Ki Prem Kahaani, will be next seen in a film titled Jigra.

Alia Bhatt has announced her next project. The actress who was last seen in Karan Johar's directorial venture Rocky Aur Ranii Ki Prem Kahaani, will be next seen in a film titled Jigra. The first poster of the film was shared on social media on Tuesday. The film will have Alia Bhatt playing the lead role and she also features in the poster of the film. Jigra is being co-produced by Alia's production house Eternal Sunshine Productions along with Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. The film is scheduled to release in September 2024. The video shows an artwork of Alia in a shirt and trousers, carrying a backpack and looking sombre. She is seen in a street, surrounded by neon lights and hoardings. Sharing the motion poster, Alia wrote, "Presenting #Jigra, directed by the extremely talented @vasanbala and produced by @dharmamovies & @eternalsunshineproduction. From debuting in a Dharma production to now producing a film with them, in many ways, it feels like coming full circle from where I started. Every day is a different day… exciting, challenging (and a little scary)… not just as an actor but also as a producer as we bring this film to life, and I CANNOT wait to share more as we move forward. JIGRA - in cinemas on 27th September 2024.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alia Bhatt 💛 (@aliaabhatt) × Alia's maiden production Darlings won critical acclaim in 2022. The film starred Alia along with Vijay Varma and Shefali Shah.

Jigra: Alia Bhatt and Karan Johar turn co-producers for Vasan Bala's next

<p>Karan Johar's recent directorial venture <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani </em>was well received by both critics and fans alike. A story of cross-cultural romance, the film starred Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles. The film, according to Johar, was inspired by Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna's life.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>What Karan Johar said</strong><br />
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While speaking to Mid-Day, Johar said that Akshay and Twinkle's love story inspired him to make <em>Rocky Aur Rani.</em>&nbsp;</p>

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“Maybe subconsciously (I got inspired). They have a tremendous friendship in their marriage. I've had dinners with them, meals with them, hung out with them. And there's a terrific kind of comfort in their camaraderie. He finds her hilarious, she finds him hilarious, for different reasons. So I felt it wasn't impossible for people who come from two different demographics of society, two stratas, to actually find love. It's like we put ourselves in boxes. Like when we're finding a relationship, we put ourselves in places where we're comfortable. But tomorrow, you can fall in love with someone anywhere,” Karan said in the interview.</p>

<p><strong>Akshay and Twinkle's love story</strong></p>

<p>The two actors started dating while working together on the sets of Umesh Mehra's 1999 action film <em>International Khiladi</em>. They got married in 2001 and went on to have a son, Aarav, and a daughter, Nitara.<br />
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Karan has been friends with Twinkle since childhood. The two went to the same boarding school. He even wrote the character of Tina (named after Twinkle's nickname) in his 1998 directorial debut <em>Kuch Kuch Hota Hai</em> for her, but she rejected the part. The role was eventually essayed by Rani Mukerji.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Akshay and Twinkle appeared together on an episode of Karan's talk show <em>Koffee with Karan</em> in Season 5<em>.</em></p>

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Karan Johar's recent directorial venture Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani was well received by both critics and fans alike. A story of cross-cultural romance, the film starred Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles.

Karan Johar's recent directorial venture Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani was well received by both critics and fans alike. A story of cross-cultural romance, the film starred Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles. The film, according to Johar, was inspired by Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna's life. What Karan Johar said While speaking to Mid-Day, Johar said that Akshay and Twinkle's love story inspired him to make Rocky Aur Rani. “Maybe subconsciously (I got inspired). They have a tremendous friendship in their marriage. I've had dinners with them, meals with them, hung out with them. And there's a terrific kind of comfort in their camaraderie. He finds her hilarious, she finds him hilarious, for different reasons. So I felt it wasn't impossible for people who come from two different demographics of society, two stratas, to actually find love. It's like we put ourselves in boxes. Like when we're finding a relationship, we put ourselves in places where we're comfortable. But tomorrow, you can fall in love with someone anywhere,” Karan said in the interview. Akshay and Twinkle's love story The two actors started dating while working together on the sets of Umesh Mehra's 1999 action film International Khiladi. They got married in 2001 and went on to have a son, Aarav, and a daughter, Nitara. Karan has been friends with Twinkle since childhood. The two went to the same boarding school. He even wrote the character of Tina (named after Twinkle's nickname) in his 1998 directorial debut Kuch Kuch Hota Hai for her, but she rejected the part. The role was eventually essayed by Rani Mukerji. Akshay and Twinkle appeared together on an episode of Karan's talk show Koffee with Karan in Season 5.

Akshay Kumar-Twinkle Khanna's love story inspired Karan Johar to make Rocky Aur Rani 

<p>Karan Johar may be late to the party but that didn't stop him from praising Shah Rukh Khan's new film <em>Jawan</em>. The filmmaker watched <em>Jawan</em> slightly later than most of his peers. Soon after watching, he penned a beautiful note about the film and said he was "blown away by the cinematic audacity of each frame."&nbsp;<br />
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<em>Jawan</em> released on September 7 and since then has been creating waves at the box office in terms of its earnings. Directed by Atlee, the film stars SRK along with Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Sanya Malhotra, Priyamani, and others. &nbsp;The film also features Deepika Padukone and Sanjay Dutt in cameo roles.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Karan Johar's note on <em>Jawan</em></strong><br />
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Sharing his review of <em>Jawan,</em> Karan wrote in praise of director Atlee, “OMFG!!!!! I am late to this party!!!! But what a party this is!!!! @atlee47 hits it out of the stadium… it’s the kind of adrenalin rush film with big emotion that Indian cinema embodies and this film perfects!!!! Was blown away by the cinematic audacity of each frame!!!!”</p>

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Praising the performances in the film, he wrote, “How good was everyone !!! @sanyamalhotra_ @pillumani so so good! The entire ensemble! The gorgeous and fabulous @nayanthara @actorvijaysethupathi is so brilliant! Was mesmerised by @deepikapadukone she bought so much gravitas to her part and owned it like a bonafide veteran!!!! DP (heart emojis) and what do I say about Bhai @iamsrk … he is not just an irreplaceable force of nature but represents mega stardom in a way that only he can!!!!! He’s the emperor and we bow down in admiration … if you haven’t seen #jawan then you don’t know what you’re missing out on!!!! @redchilliesent @_gauravverma @poojadadlani02 my favourite producer @gaurikhan …. Congratulations !!! Juggernaut Alert!”</p>

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<p><strong>About <em>Jawan</em></strong><br />
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A vigilante thriller,<em> Jawan </em>has Shah Rukh Khan in a double role and multiple looks. The film marks Nayanthara's debut in Bollywood. The film's music has been composed by Anirudh Ravichander.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/jawan-is-out-and-like-it-or-not-shah-rukh-khans-politics-is-here-to-stay-633738">&nbsp;Jawan is out, and like it or not, Shah Rukh Khan's politics is here to stay</a></strong><br />
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The film is performing very well at the ticket counters and has already collected over Rs 3 billion at the domestic box office.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><em>Jawan</em> review</strong></p>

<p>WION's Shomini Sen in her review called the film a quintessential Bollywood blockbuster.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"<em>Pathaan</em> reiterated SRK's liberal stance and <em>Jawaan</em> brings forth the feminist side of the actor. Khan has been a vocal ally for women's empowerment for years. In Jawan, sure he plays a mentor of sorts to a bunch of wronged women, but the film celebrates strong women and their might to fight it out. All the female characters are projected as strong women who can take on a goon or two on their own and yet be maternal and soft when the time arises," writes Sen in her&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-jawan-review-shah-rukh-khan-cements-his-position-as-numero-uno-with-this-vigilante-thriller-633248">review.&nbsp;</a></p>

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Karan Johar may be late to the party but that didn't stop him from praising Shah Rukh Khan's new film Jawan. The filmmaker watched Jawan slightly later than most of his peers.

Karan Johar may be late to the party but that didn't stop him from praising Shah Rukh Khan's new film Jawan. The filmmaker watched Jawan slightly later than most of his peers. Soon after watching, he penned a beautiful note about the film and said he was "blown away by the cinematic audacity of each frame." Jawan released on September 7 and since then has been creating waves at the box office in terms of its earnings. Directed by Atlee, the film stars SRK along with Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Sanya Malhotra, Priyamani, and others. The film also features Deepika Padukone and Sanjay Dutt in cameo roles. Karan Johar's note on Jawan Sharing his review of Jawan, Karan wrote in praise of director Atlee, “OMFG!!!!! I am late to this party!!!! But what a party this is!!!! @atlee47 hits it out of the stadium… it’s the kind of adrenalin rush film with big emotion that Indian cinema embodies and this film perfects!!!! Was blown away by the cinematic audacity of each frame!!!!” Also see: Fans demand refund from a cinema hall after watching Jawan, watch viral video Praising the performances in the film, he wrote, “How good was everyone !!! @sanyamalhotra_ @pillumani so so good! The entire ensemble! The gorgeous and fabulous @nayanthara @actorvijaysethupathi is so brilliant! Was mesmerised by @deepikapadukone she bought so much gravitas to her part and owned it like a bonafide veteran!!!! DP (heart emojis) and what do I say about Bhai @iamsrk … he is not just an irreplaceable force of nature but represents mega stardom in a way that only he can!!!!! He’s the emperor and we bow down in admiration … if you haven’t seen #jawan then you don’t know what you’re missing out on!!!! @redchilliesent @_gauravverma @poojadadlani02 my favourite producer @gaurikhan …. Congratulations !!! Juggernaut Alert!” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karan Johar (@karanjohar) × About Jawan A vigilante thriller, Jawan has Shah Rukh Khan in a double role and multiple looks. The film marks Nayanthara's debut in Bollywood. The film's music has been composed by Anirudh Ravichander. Also read: Jawan is out, and like it or not, Shah Rukh Khan's politics is here to stay The film is performing very well at the ticket counters and has already collected over Rs 3 billion at the domestic box office. Jawan review WION's Shomini Sen in her review called the film a quintessential Bollywood blockbuster. "Pathaan reiterated SRK's liberal stance and Jawaan brings forth the feminist side of the actor. Khan has been a vocal ally for women's empowerment for years. In Jawan, sure he plays a mentor of sorts to a bunch of wronged women, but the film celebrates strong women and their might to fight it out. All the female characters are projected as strong women who can take on a goon or two on their own and yet be maternal and soft when the time arises," writes Sen in her review. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Karan Johar is 'blown away' after watching Jawan, calls SRK the 'emperor'

Bollywood fans are going to be delighted to hear that Karan Johar's latest film, 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani' has been selected for the screening at the 2023 Busan Film Festival. The film stars Indian actors - Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt.

Busan Film Festival 2023: Karan Johar film 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani' gets Busan screening

<p>Karan Johar's romance drama <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani&nbsp;</em>is headed to the prestigious 2023 Busan Film Festival in South Korea. The film, which stars Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles, was released in July 2023 in India and earned over Rs 3 billion at the box office. At the Busan Film Festival, the film will be showcased under the 'Open Cinema' segment.</p>

<p>The film also stars veteran actors like Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi along with Tota Roychoudhury, Churni Ganguly, Aamir Bashir and Kshitee Jog.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is Ranveer and Alia's second film together which will be screened at the Busan Film Festival. Earlier their film <em>Gully Boy,</em> directed by Zoya Akhtar, had been screened there in&nbsp;2020.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>About the Open Cinema section&nbsp;</strong><br />
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The Open Cinema section presents a collection of "new and internationally acclaimed films that offer an ideal mix of the popular with the artistic cinema."<br />
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Besides <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, </em>other films that will be showcased under this category include Luc Besson's <em>Dogman</em> (France), Yukisada Isao's <em>Revolver Lily </em>(Japan), Thomas Cailley's <em>The Animal Kingdom </em>(France) and Anthony Pun's <em>One More Chance </em>(Hong Kong, China).<br />
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An elated Johar shared news in a post on Instagram stories and wrote, "Feeling absolutely blessed and graceful! #RockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani goes to @busanfilmfest."<br />
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<strong>Other Indian films at the 2023 Busan Film Festival&nbsp;</strong><br />
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The 28th edition of the Busan Film Festival will have a strong Indian presence as several films from the country will be showcased at the festival which will be held from October 4 to 13.&nbsp;<br />
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Manoj Bajpayee starrer <em>Joram</em> and Kanu Behl's <em>Agra </em>will be shown under 'A Window on Asian Cinema' programme.&nbsp;<br />
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Also part of the section are &nbsp;<em>The Scavenger of Dreams</em> by Suman Ghosh, <em>Guras</em> by Saurav Rai and <em>Rapture</em> by Dominic Sangma.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Under the festival's 'New Currents' section, which aims to promote the "first or second features" of up-and-coming Asian filmmakers, <em>The Spark</em>&nbsp;from director Rajesh S Jala will be screened.<br />
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Two Indian documentaries will also be screened at the festival. Anupama Srinivasan and Anirban Dutta's <em>Flickering Lights </em>and <em>Against the Tide</em> by Sarvanik Kaur.</p>

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Karan Johar's romance drama Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is headed to the prestigious 2023 Busan Film Festival in South Korea. The film, which stars Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles, was released in July 2023 in India and earned over Rs 3 billion at the box office.

Karan Johar's romance drama Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is headed to the prestigious 2023 Busan Film Festival in South Korea. The film, which stars Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles, was released in July 2023 in India and earned over Rs 3 billion at the box office. At the Busan Film Festival, the film will be showcased under the 'Open Cinema' segment. The film also stars veteran actors like Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi along with Tota Roychoudhury, Churni Ganguly, Aamir Bashir and Kshitee Jog. This is Ranveer and Alia's second film together which will be screened at the Busan Film Festival. Earlier their film Gully Boy, directed by Zoya Akhtar, had been screened there in 2020. About the Open Cinema section The Open Cinema section presents a collection of "new and internationally acclaimed films that offer an ideal mix of the popular with the artistic cinema." Besides Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, other films that will be showcased under this category include Luc Besson's Dogman (France), Yukisada Isao's Revolver Lily (Japan), Thomas Cailley's The Animal Kingdom (France) and Anthony Pun's One More Chance (Hong Kong, China). An elated Johar shared news in a post on Instagram stories and wrote, "Feeling absolutely blessed and graceful! #RockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani goes to @busanfilmfest." Other Indian films at the 2023 Busan Film Festival The 28th edition of the Busan Film Festival will have a strong Indian presence as several films from the country will be showcased at the festival which will be held from October 4 to 13. Manoj Bajpayee starrer Joram and Kanu Behl's Agra will be shown under 'A Window on Asian Cinema' programme. Also part of the section are The Scavenger of Dreams by Suman Ghosh, Guras by Saurav Rai and Rapture by Dominic Sangma. Under the festival's 'New Currents' section, which aims to promote the "first or second features" of up-and-coming Asian filmmakers, The Spark from director Rajesh S Jala will be screened. Two Indian documentaries will also be screened at the festival. Anupama Srinivasan and Anirban Dutta's Flickering Lights and Against the Tide by Sarvanik Kaur. (With agency inputs) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani to be screened at 2023 Busan Film Festival

<p>You rarely find Karan Johar engaging in a heart-to-heart in public on issues that are close to him. Sitting down for a chat session in Mumbai on Monday, Karan Johar opened up on his equation with Kangana Ranaut, mentioning he’s excited to watch her upcoming film <em>Emergency,</em> that he doesn’t like being called “Kjo”, and that Bollywood inflates box office numbers to suit itself.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Attending an event in Mumbai, Karan Johar was seen engaging in a rapid-fire session (much like he challenges actors and actresses on his show <em>Koffee With Karan</em>) where he spilt beans on how much he detests it when people refer to him as Kjo. He said, “It is just annoying when people call me Kjo.”</p>

<h2><strong>Karan Johar on why tentpoles crashed this year</strong></h2>

<p>When he was asked what went wrong with films like <em>Adipurush, Laal Singh Chaddha, Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan</em>, he said that he’s watched Aamir Khan’s <em>Laal Singh Chaddha</em> and remembered crying at the end of it. He didn’t know why it did not work.</p>

<p>Then they moved to the topic of biopics and Karan Johar was asked which non-filmy celebrity he would like to host on <em>Koffee With Karan</em> and he said Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Talking about biopics, Karan said that he would cast Aishwarya Rai Bachchan to play Neeta Ambani, Pankaj Tripathi for conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar’s role, Amitabh Bachchan for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s role, Ranbir Kapoor as Rahul Gandhi and Vicky Kaushal as Virat Kohli.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Karan Johar and Kangana Ranaut's equation</strong></h2>

<p>Karan Johar also didn’t hide his appreciation for Kangana Ranaut. When asked if he would make a film about a political event, Karan said, “<em>Emergency</em> is being made and I am excited to watch it.”<em>&nbsp;Emergency</em> stars Kangana Ranaut and she&nbsp;is all set to portray the role of former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also revealed some inside secrets of Bollywood as he accused the industry of “fudging up numbers”. He said, “We are all liars. We are all big fat liars.”</p>

<p>We wonder how Kangana Ranaut will react to these statements considering she always has something to say when it comes to Karan Johar and his films.&nbsp;</p>

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You rarely find Karan Johar engaging in a heart-to-heart in public on issues that are close to him. Sitting down for a chat session in Mumbai on Monday, Karan Johar opened up on his equation with Kangana Ranaut, mentioning he’s excited to watch her upcoming film Emergency, that he doesn’t like being called “Kjo”, and that Bollywood inflates box office numbers to suit itself.

You rarely find Karan Johar engaging in a heart-to-heart in public on issues that are close to him. Sitting down for a chat session in Mumbai on Monday, Karan Johar opened up on his equation with Kangana Ranaut, mentioning he’s excited to watch her upcoming film Emergency, that he doesn’t like being called “Kjo”, and that Bollywood inflates box office numbers to suit itself. Attending an event in Mumbai, Karan Johar was seen engaging in a rapid-fire session (much like he challenges actors and actresses on his show Koffee With Karan) where he spilt beans on how much he detests it when people refer to him as Kjo. He said, “It is just annoying when people call me Kjo.” Karan Johar on why tentpoles crashed this year When he was asked what went wrong with films like Adipurush, Laal Singh Chaddha, Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, he said that he’s watched Aamir Khan’s Laal Singh Chaddha and remembered crying at the end of it. He didn’t know why it did not work. Then they moved to the topic of biopics and Karan Johar was asked which non-filmy celebrity he would like to host on Koffee With Karan and he said Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Talking about biopics, Karan said that he would cast Aishwarya Rai Bachchan to play Neeta Ambani, Pankaj Tripathi for conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar’s role, Amitabh Bachchan for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s role, Ranbir Kapoor as Rahul Gandhi and Vicky Kaushal as Virat Kohli. Karan Johar and Kangana Ranaut's equation Karan Johar also didn’t hide his appreciation for Kangana Ranaut. When asked if he would make a film about a political event, Karan said, “Emergency is being made and I am excited to watch it.” Emergency stars Kangana Ranaut and she is all set to portray the role of former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. He also revealed some inside secrets of Bollywood as he accused the industry of “fudging up numbers”. He said, “We are all liars. We are all big fat liars.” We wonder how Kangana Ranaut will react to these statements considering she always has something to say when it comes to Karan Johar and his films. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Karan Johar wants to watch Kangana Ranaut's Emergency: Are things getting better between them?

<p>At a recent event, Karan Johar admitted that he is looking forward to watching Kangana Ranaut's <em>Emergency, </em>based on the events of 1975-77 when then prime minister Indira Gandhi put India under a state of emergency. The director and the actress have had a long-standing feud and hence Johar's revelation came as a surprise to many. During an event on Monday, Johar was asked about a political event that he wishes to watch in a film. Karan replied, "<em>Emergency</em> is being made and I am excited to watch it.”&nbsp;<br />
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<em>Emergency</em> features Kangana as Indira Gandhi and will be released in November 2023.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Kangana Ranaut responds&nbsp;</strong><br />
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A fan on X, formerly known as Twitter, reacted to Karan Johar's recent statement about Kangana's film and wrote, "Really? Change of heart."</p>

<p>Kangana responded to this post, writing, "Ha ha last time when he said he was excited to see Manikarnika, the worst smear campaign of my life was unleashed upon me on its releasing weekend…"</p>

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<p>Kangana Ranaut further wrote, “Almost all main actors working in the film were paid to sling mud on me and sabotage the film and suddenly the most successful weekend of my life was turned into a living nightmare for me… Ha ha I am scared now, very scared… because he is excited again…”<br />
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<strong><em>Manikarnika </em>controversy</strong><br />
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Kangana perhaps was referring to<em> Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi</em> a film which she co-directed with&nbsp;Krish.</p>

<p>Krish had accused Kangana of hijacking his film. The director had claimed Krish was removed from the film, and Kangana had said that she reshot significant portions of it, for which she took a co-director credit.<br />
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<strong>Karan Johar-Kangana's feud</strong><br />
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Their public spat over the last many years has made headlines. It all began when Kangana alleged that Karan was the flagbearer of nepotism in<em> Koffee With Karan</em> (KWK) season 5.<br />
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Kangana, who is known for her blunt statements took a jibe at the KWK host during a rapid-fire round. Kangana was a guest on the show along with actor Saif Ali Khan. Her remarks left Karan stunned, and what followed were back-to-back comments and reactions from them and other celebrities about nepotism in the film industry.<br />
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“In my biopic, if ever it's made, you'll play that stereotypical Bollywood biggie, who is like you know, very snooty and completely intolerant towards outsiders, flag-bearer of nepotism, the movie mafia," Kangana had famously said on <em>Koffee With Karan.</em></p>

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At a recent event, Karan Johar admitted that he is looking forward to watching Kangana Ranaut's Emergency, based on the events of 1975-77 when then prime minister Indira Gandhi put India under a state of emergency.

At a recent event, Karan Johar admitted that he is looking forward to watching Kangana Ranaut's Emergency, based on the events of 1975-77 when then prime minister Indira Gandhi put India under a state of emergency. The director and the actress have had a long-standing feud and hence Johar's revelation came as a surprise to many. During an event on Monday, Johar was asked about a political event that he wishes to watch in a film. Karan replied, "Emergency is being made and I am excited to watch it.” Emergency features Kangana as Indira Gandhi and will be released in November 2023. Kangana Ranaut responds A fan on X, formerly known as Twitter, reacted to Karan Johar's recent statement about Kangana's film and wrote, "Really? Change of heart." Kangana responded to this post, writing, "Ha ha last time when he said he was excited to see Manikarnika, the worst smear campaign of my life was unleashed upon me on its releasing weekend…" Ha ha last time when he said he was excited to see Manikarnika, the worse smear campaign of my life was unleashed upon me on its releasing weekend … almost all main actors working in the film were paid to sling mud on me and sabotage the film and suddenly the most successful… https://t.co/iruVo5wq5o — Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) August 22, 2023 × Kangana Ranaut further wrote, “Almost all main actors working in the film were paid to sling mud on me and sabotage the film and suddenly the most successful weekend of my life was turned into a living nightmare for me… Ha ha I am scared now, very scared… because he is excited again…” Manikarnika controversy Kangana perhaps was referring to Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi a film which she co-directed with Krish. Krish had accused Kangana of hijacking his film. The director had claimed Krish was removed from the film, and Kangana had said that she reshot significant portions of it, for which she took a co-director credit. Karan Johar-Kangana's feud Their public spat over the last many years has made headlines. It all began when Kangana alleged that Karan was the flagbearer of nepotism in Koffee With Karan (KWK) season 5. Kangana, who is known for her blunt statements took a jibe at the KWK host during a rapid-fire round. Kangana was a guest on the show along with actor Saif Ali Khan. Her remarks left Karan stunned, and what followed were back-to-back comments and reactions from them and other celebrities about nepotism in the film industry. “In my biopic, if ever it's made, you'll play that stereotypical Bollywood biggie, who is like you know, very snooty and completely intolerant towards outsiders, flag-bearer of nepotism, the movie mafia," Kangana had famously said on Koffee With Karan.

Karan Johar wants to watch Kangana Ranaut's Emergency, the actress responds

<p>Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri has claimed that Hindi cinema's storytelling witnessed a downfall after Karan Johar and Shah Rukh Khan started making films. Agnihotri spoke to DNA recently where he claimed that cinema in India went through a downfall after 1988 - the year Amitabh Bachchan's <em>Shahenshah</em> was released.<br />
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Agnihotri accused SRK and KJo who have worked on several films together, of damaging India's cultural fabric in a very dangerous way.</p>

<h2><strong>Vivek Agnihotri's remark&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>“After the advent of Amitabh Bachchan as a superstar – not the one from <em>Deewar</em> but one from <em>Shehanshah</em> – the cinema after that never told real stories. Especially Karan Johar and Shah Rukh Khan’s cinema, which has actually damaged the cultural fabric of India in a very disastrous way. So, I felt it was important to tell real, honest stories," Vivek said.<br />
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Agnihotri has made films like <em>Chocolate, The Tashkent Files</em> and <em>The Kashmir Files.</em></p>

<h2><strong>Reactions to Vivek's statement&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Many internet users responded to Vivek's controversial remark. One referred to him as Mr Kangana, the male counterpart of Kangana Ranaut, who has been accusing Karan Johar of ruining Bollywood for years. Another user directed his comment towards the director of <em>The Kashmir Files,</em> “Oh... The Irony here!!”</p>

<p>Amitabh Bachchan is considered a living legend of Indian cinema. In his illustrious career of over five decades, Bachchan has been part of several iconic films including <em>Sholay, Deewar, Zanjeer </em>among others. Shah Rukh Khan too is considered a huge star in India and has been part of iconic films like <em>Baazigar, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Pathaan</em> and <em>Chak De! India</em> to name a few. Khan is often dubbed as the Indian Tom Cruise and enjoys a massive fan following just like Bachchan. The two have collaborated on several films together including Karan Johar's <em>Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham </em>which was a top grosser in 2001. Johar is one of the biggest filmmakers of the country and has directed and produced several blockbuster films in his nearly three-decade-long career.&nbsp;</p>


Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri has claimed that Hindi cinema's storytelling witnessed a downfall after Karan Johar and Shah Rukh Khan started making films. Agnihotri spoke to DNA recently where he claimed that cinema in India went through a downfall after 1988 - the year Amitabh Bachchan's Shahenshah was released.

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri has claimed that Hindi cinema's storytelling witnessed a downfall after Karan Johar and Shah Rukh Khan started making films. Agnihotri spoke to DNA recently where he claimed that cinema in India went through a downfall after 1988 - the year Amitabh Bachchan's Shahenshah was released. Agnihotri accused SRK and KJo who have worked on several films together, of damaging India's cultural fabric in a very dangerous way. Vivek Agnihotri's remark “After the advent of Amitabh Bachchan as a superstar – not the one from Deewar but one from Shehanshah – the cinema after that never told real stories. Especially Karan Johar and Shah Rukh Khan’s cinema, which has actually damaged the cultural fabric of India in a very disastrous way. So, I felt it was important to tell real, honest stories," Vivek said. Agnihotri has made films like Chocolate, The Tashkent Files and The Kashmir Files. Reactions to Vivek's statement Many internet users responded to Vivek's controversial remark. One referred to him as Mr Kangana, the male counterpart of Kangana Ranaut, who has been accusing Karan Johar of ruining Bollywood for years. Another user directed his comment towards the director of The Kashmir Files, “Oh... The Irony here!!” Amitabh Bachchan is considered a living legend of Indian cinema. In his illustrious career of over five decades, Bachchan has been part of several iconic films including Sholay, Deewar, Zanjeer among others. Shah Rukh Khan too is considered a huge star in India and has been part of iconic films like Baazigar, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Pathaan and Chak De! India to name a few. Khan is often dubbed as the Indian Tom Cruise and enjoys a massive fan following just like Bachchan. The two have collaborated on several films together including Karan Johar's Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham which was a top grosser in 2001. Johar is one of the biggest filmmakers of the country and has directed and produced several blockbuster films in his nearly three-decade-long career.

Vivek Agnihotri alleges Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar have damaged the cultural fabric of India 

<p>Karan Johar's film <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani </em>has been doing steady business for the last three weeks. The film features a gamut of stars including Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi and Dharmendra. The film has now grossed over Rs 300 crore (Rs 3 billion) globally.&nbsp;<br />
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The film's director and co-producer Karan Johar shared the news through an Instagram post and wrote a note of thanks to his fans.&nbsp;<br />
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Sharing a poster for the film with ₹300 crore written in bold font, Karan wrote, “To know that our prem kahaani has reached the corners of the world and hearts… feeling humbled and grateful and especially for all the love you have given to <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani!!! </em>Thank you.”</p>

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<p>Several fans congratulated Johar on achieving such a feat. “Your best film since K3G (Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham)!! And the best hindi film I have seen in a long long time. This one has reheat value just as much as KKHH K3G and DDLJ,” wrote a fan.<br />
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“I hope everyone watches this@movie at least twice around the globe … requires that level of attention and exposure,” commented another. A few haters and trolls also commented that the film is actually a flop and Karan is sharing fake figures.</p>

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<p><em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani </em>has also been doing good business at the domestic box office. According to film trade analyst Taran Adarsh the film has earned over Rs 140.02 crore (over Rs 100 million).</p>

<h2><strong>About <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</em></strong></h2>

<p>Directed by Johar in his 25th anniversary year in the film industry, <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani</em> features Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in the title roles and follows the story of a couple from different cultures and social backgrounds.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shashank Khaitan, Sumit Roy and Ishita Moitra are credited as screenplay and dialogue writers on the film. The film received mostly positive reviews from fans and critics alike.&nbsp;</p>

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Karan Johar's film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has been doing steady business for the last three weeks. The film features a gamut of stars including Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi and Dharmendra.

Karan Johar's film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has been doing steady business for the last three weeks. The film features a gamut of stars including Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi and Dharmendra. The film has now grossed over Rs 300 crore (Rs 3 billion) globally. The film's director and co-producer Karan Johar shared the news through an Instagram post and wrote a note of thanks to his fans. Sharing a poster for the film with ₹300 crore written in bold font, Karan wrote, “To know that our prem kahaani has reached the corners of the world and hearts… feeling humbled and grateful and especially for all the love you have given to Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani!!! Thank you.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karan Johar (@karanjohar) × Several fans congratulated Johar on achieving such a feat. “Your best film since K3G (Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham)!! And the best hindi film I have seen in a long long time. This one has reheat value just as much as KKHH K3G and DDLJ,” wrote a fan. “I hope everyone watches this@movie at least twice around the globe … requires that level of attention and exposure,” commented another. A few haters and trolls also commented that the film is actually a flop and Karan is sharing fake figures. Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has also been doing good business at the domestic box office. According to film trade analyst Taran Adarsh the film has earned over Rs 140.02 crore (over Rs 100 million). About Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Directed by Johar in his 25th anniversary year in the film industry, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani features Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in the title roles and follows the story of a couple from different cultures and social backgrounds. Shashank Khaitan, Sumit Roy and Ishita Moitra are credited as screenplay and dialogue writers on the film. The film received mostly positive reviews from fans and critics alike.

Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani earns over Rs 3 billion worldwide 

<p>Kartik Aaryan and Karan Johar's fallout was widely reported after the former walked out the filmmaker-producer's project <em>Dostana 2</em> in 2021. Since then several news reports have stated that Karan and Kartik have shared a cold relationship. However, a new photo of the duo on Friday has raised curiosity.&nbsp;<br />
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Both Karan and Kartik were honoured at the opening of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2023. The two were present for a panel discussion on Friday and posed together for the cameras.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Previously, when Kartik was asked about Dostana 2 during a TV interview, he said, “I have not spoken about this yet. I believe and it’s my etiquette that whenever there is a rift between an elder person and a younger person, the younger one is not supposed to say anything.”<br />
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Many other Indian celebrities, such as Anurag Kashyap, Rani Mukerji, Vikramaditya Motwane, Mrunal Thakur, Vijay Varma, among others, also participated in the event, alongside Kartik and Karan.<br />
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Meanwhile, several reports state that Karan is working on a project with Kartik. The full details will be shared soon.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Indian Film Festival of Melbourne began on August 9 and Kartik kicked off the event with a fan screening of his latest release <em>Satyaprem Ki Katha.&nbsp;</em><br />
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Kartik Aaryan and Karan Johar's fallout was widely reported after the former walked out the filmmaker-producer's project Dostana 2 in 2021. Since then several news reports have stated that Karan and Kartik have shared a cold relationship.

Kartik Aaryan and Karan Johar's fallout was widely reported after the former walked out the filmmaker-producer's project Dostana 2 in 2021. Since then several news reports have stated that Karan and Kartik have shared a cold relationship. However, a new photo of the duo on Friday has raised curiosity. Both Karan and Kartik were honoured at the opening of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2023. The two were present for a panel discussion on Friday and posed together for the cameras. Previously, when Kartik was asked about Dostana 2 during a TV interview, he said, “I have not spoken about this yet. I believe and it’s my etiquette that whenever there is a rift between an elder person and a younger person, the younger one is not supposed to say anything.” Many other Indian celebrities, such as Anurag Kashyap, Rani Mukerji, Vikramaditya Motwane, Mrunal Thakur, Vijay Varma, among others, also participated in the event, alongside Kartik and Karan. Meanwhile, several reports state that Karan is working on a project with Kartik. The full details will be shared soon. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (@iffmelbourne) × Indian Film Festival of Melbourne began on August 9 and Kartik kicked off the event with a fan screening of his latest release Satyaprem Ki Katha. The fan screening was a memorable experience, as it offered Kartik the opportunity to personally engage with his admirers and express his gratitude for their unwavering support. Fans attending the event got the chance to ask questions and interact with him and capture memorable moments. One of the highlights was a girl who proposed for marriage to Kartik who was left speechless with the gesture. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Kartik Aaryan and Karan Johar pose together in Melbourne, spark speculations of new film together

One of the most-anticipated movies of the year is Zoya Akhtar's coming-of-age drama The Archies. The movie will mark the big debut of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's daughter Suhana, late actress Sridevi, film producer Boney Kapoor's daughter Khushi Kapoor, and Amitabh Bachchan's grandson Agastya Nanda.

One of the most-anticipated movies of the year is Zoya Akhtar's coming-of-age drama The Archies. The movie will mark the big debut of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's daughter Suhana, late actress Sridevi, film producer Boney Kapoor's daughter Khushi Kapoor, and Amitabh Bachchan's grandson Agastya Nanda. Today, Zoya shared the character posters for the entire cast. The movie is set in the fictional hill town of Riverdale and revolves around a bunch of schoolmates. First character posters Zoya introduced the cast and their characters. The first poster was of Agastya Nanda, who is playing the role of Archie Andrews. They described her character as ''heartthrob of Riverdale''. "The heartthrob of Riverdale who isn't sure where his heart belongs. Guess we'll find out on The Archies, coming soon only on Netflix," the caption reads. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zoya Akhtar (@zoieakhtar) × The next poster was Suhana Khan's Veronica. As per the introduction, she's "Sassy to classy and everything in between, the world better watch out for Veronica Lodge, 'cause here she comes." In the picture, she's donning a pink top with a 60s-like hairstyle. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zoya Akhtar (@zoieakhtar) × Khushi Kapoor is playing the role of Betty, who "might be the girl next door but she's not one to be taken granted for." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zoya Akhtar (@zoieakhtar) × Check out all the posters below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zoya Akhtar (@zoieakhtar) × The Archies is based on the famous comic of the same name. The comic is set in the fictional town of Riverdale and revolves around the lives of teenagers Archie Andrews, Veronica Lodge, Jughead Jones, Betty Cooper, and Reggie Mantle. The coming-of-age drama also stars Mihir Ahuja, Dot, Yuvraj Menda, and Vedang Raina. Trailer of the movie The first trailer for the film was released at the Netflix Tudum event earlier this year. Set in 1964, the trailer takes us into the era of rock and roll, where the boys and girls are having the best time of their lives together, where there is fun, dance, love, heartbreak, and whatnot. The Netflix film is produced by Akhtar and Reema Kagti under their production houses, Tiger Baby, Graphic India, and Archie Comics. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

The Archies: Check out the first look posters of Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda and Khushi Kapoor

<p>Karan Johar's <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani</em> is having an outstanding run at the box office. The film which marks the comeback of Johar to the directorial chair after a gap of seven years, opened with rave reviews from the audience and critics alike, who praised Johar's film as a quintessential Bollywood family drama.</p>

<p>The Alia Bhatt-Ranveer Singh-led film has completed one week at the theatres and looking at its box office, seems like the film is not going to slow down soon. The film crossed the Rs 50 crore&nbsp;mark in the first four days of its release, and on&nbsp;Friday the film stands at Rs 73.33 crore mark.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Trade Analyst Taran Adarsh wrote on X, previously known as Twitter, ''#RockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani packs an impressive number in Week 1… The solid trending at metros should ensure a strong Weekend 2… Fri 11.10 cr, Sat 16.05 cr, Sun 18.75 cr, Mon 7.02 cr, Tue 7.30 cr, Wed 6.90 cr, Thu 6.21 cr. Total: ₹ 73.33 cr. #India biz.''</p>

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<p>The romantic saga earned well at the box office despite facing tough competition from Greta Gerwig’s <em>Barbie</em> and Christopher Nolan’s <em>Oppenheimer</em>. The biggest Hollywood releases are also performing outstandingly in theatres.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Apart from Alia and Ranveer, the film also features Shabana Azmi, Jaya Bachchan, Dharmendra, Aamir Basheer, Churni Ganguly and Tota Roy Chowdhury.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the movie, Ranveer plays the role of a Punjabi lad Rocky Randhawa, who falls in love with Rani Chatterjee, played by Alia Bhatt. While Rocky is a fun-loving boy, Rani is a successful TV journalist. How two people from totally different backgrounds fall in love and make their families agree to their marriage, makes up the rest of the plot.&nbsp;</p>

<p>WION's Shomini Sen called the film a predictable but fun family entertainer. "Despite the predictability and its duration, <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani</em> is a wholesome family movie. It touches upon relevant topics but doesn't delve deeper and keeps entertainment as its primary focus. It's light, fun and just the kind of film that you would want to watch with your entire family," Sen wrote. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-rocky-aur-rani-kii-prem-kahaani-review-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatt-shine-in-a-predictable-fun-family-film-620135">Read the full review here.</a></p>

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Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is having an outstanding run at the box office. The film which marks the comeback of Johar to the directorial chair after a gap of seven years, opened with rave reviews from the audience and critics alike, who praised Johar's film as a quintessential Bollywood family drama.

Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is having an outstanding run at the box office. The film which marks the comeback of Johar to the directorial chair after a gap of seven years, opened with rave reviews from the audience and critics alike, who praised Johar's film as a quintessential Bollywood family drama. The Alia Bhatt-Ranveer Singh-led film has completed one week at the theatres and looking at its box office, seems like the film is not going to slow down soon. The film crossed the Rs 50 crore mark in the first four days of its release, and on Friday the film stands at Rs 73.33 crore mark. Also read: Rocky Aur Rani...: A true Bollywood saga that was much-needed in the post-pandemic world Trade Analyst Taran Adarsh wrote on X, previously known as Twitter, ''#RockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani packs an impressive number in Week 1… The solid trending at metros should ensure a strong Weekend 2… Fri 11.10 cr, Sat 16.05 cr, Sun 18.75 cr, Mon 7.02 cr, Tue 7.30 cr, Wed 6.90 cr, Thu 6.21 cr. Total: ₹ 73.33 cr. #India biz.'' #RockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani packs an impressive number in Week 1… The solid trending at metros should ensure a strong Weekend 2… Fri 11.10 cr, Sat 16.05 cr, Sun 18.75 cr, Mon 7.02 cr, Tue 7.30 cr, Wed 6.90 cr, Thu 6.21 cr. Total: ₹ 73.33 cr. #India biz.… pic.twitter.com/1EPGYDUvUz — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) August 4, 2023 × The romantic saga earned well at the box office despite facing tough competition from Greta Gerwig’s Barbie and Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer. The biggest Hollywood releases are also performing outstandingly in theatres. Apart from Alia and Ranveer, the film also features Shabana Azmi, Jaya Bachchan, Dharmendra, Aamir Basheer, Churni Ganguly and Tota Roy Chowdhury. Also read: Dharmendra reacts to his onscreen kiss with Shabana Azmi in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani In the movie, Ranveer plays the role of a Punjabi lad Rocky Randhawa, who falls in love with Rani Chatterjee, played by Alia Bhatt. While Rocky is a fun-loving boy, Rani is a successful TV journalist. How two people from totally different backgrounds fall in love and make their families agree to their marriage, makes up the rest of the plot. WION's Shomini Sen called the film a predictable but fun family entertainer. "Despite the predictability and its duration, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is a wholesome family movie. It touches upon relevant topics but doesn't delve deeper and keeps entertainment as its primary focus. It's light, fun and just the kind of film that you would want to watch with your entire family," Sen wrote. Read the full review here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani box office: Karan Johar's film earns impressive numbers

<p>Karan Johar's recent film <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani </em>was appreciated for several things including a gender-bending performance on<em> Dola Re Dola </em>by Ranveer Singh and Tota Roy Chowdhury. Appreciations also came in for legendary actors Dharmendra and Shabana Azmi and their onscreen old-school romance. The two even share an onscreen kiss which has been also gained praise from the audience and critics alike. At the recent success meet of the film in Mumbai, veteran actor Dharmendra's reaction to the kiss left everyone in splits.&nbsp;<br />
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When Dharmendra was asked about the viral kiss, the Sholay actor simply said, "<em>Yeh toh mere baayen haath ka khel hai&nbsp;</em>(This is such an easy task for me)," which left everyone in the room - including his co-actors from the film - in splits.&nbsp;<br />
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The veteran actor continued with his quick repartees and described his experience of working in the film as "<em>bohut maza aaya</em> (had a great deal of fun)," and "<em>Jab jab mauka milta hai, chhakka maar deta hoon</em> (whenever I get an opportunity, I make full use of it)."<br />
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Besides narrating about his time on the set, Dharmendra was also all praise&nbsp;for director Karan Johar and co-star Ranveer Singh. He said, “<em>Captain achchha ho to team khub khelti hai </em>(If the captain is good, the team is bound to play well. When I heard the story, I felt this was something new. I enjoyed every bit of working with this unit."&nbsp;<br />
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"Ranveer is a very good actor and a very emotional person" said Dharmendra about his onscreen grandson.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt starrer <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani </em>has been doing good business at the box office, inching towards Rs 100 crore (1 billion) at the domestic box office. The film has received mostly good reviews with WION's Shomini Sen calling it a predictable but fun family entertainer.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"There is a lot of cultural appropriation in the film and both Punjabis and Bengalis are shown with a generic lens. But the director and writers call out both communities fairly, the Punjabis for their lack of awareness and the Bengalis for their unnecessary stiff upper lip. The dialogues land on most occasions, but there are the occasional slips," writes Sen in her review. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-rocky-aur-rani-kii-prem-kahaani-review-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatt-shine-in-a-predictable-fun-family-film-620135">Read full review here</a><br />
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<em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani was&nbsp;</em>released on 28 July and marked Karan Johar's return as a director after seven long years.</p>

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Karan Johar's recent film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani was appreciated for several things including a gender-bending performance on Dola Re Dola by Ranveer Singh and Tota Roy Chowdhury.

Karan Johar's recent film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani was appreciated for several things including a gender-bending performance on Dola Re Dola by Ranveer Singh and Tota Roy Chowdhury. Appreciations also came in for legendary actors Dharmendra and Shabana Azmi and their onscreen old-school romance. The two even share an onscreen kiss which has been also gained praise from the audience and critics alike. At the recent success meet of the film in Mumbai, veteran actor Dharmendra's reaction to the kiss left everyone in splits. When Dharmendra was asked about the viral kiss, the Sholay actor simply said, "Yeh toh mere baayen haath ka khel hai (This is such an easy task for me)," which left everyone in the room - including his co-actors from the film - in splits. The veteran actor continued with his quick repartees and described his experience of working in the film as "bohut maza aaya (had a great deal of fun)," and "Jab jab mauka milta hai, chhakka maar deta hoon (whenever I get an opportunity, I make full use of it)." Besides narrating about his time on the set, Dharmendra was also all praise for director Karan Johar and co-star Ranveer Singh. He said, “Captain achchha ho to team khub khelti hai (If the captain is good, the team is bound to play well. When I heard the story, I felt this was something new. I enjoyed every bit of working with this unit." "Ranveer is a very good actor and a very emotional person" said Dharmendra about his onscreen grandson. Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt starrer Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has been doing good business at the box office, inching towards Rs 100 crore (1 billion) at the domestic box office. The film has received mostly good reviews with WION's Shomini Sen calling it a predictable but fun family entertainer. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manav Manglani (@manav.manglani) × "There is a lot of cultural appropriation in the film and both Punjabis and Bengalis are shown with a generic lens. But the director and writers call out both communities fairly, the Punjabis for their lack of awareness and the Bengalis for their unnecessary stiff upper lip. The dialogues land on most occasions, but there are the occasional slips," writes Sen in her review. Read full review here Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani was released on 28 July and marked Karan Johar's return as a director after seven long years. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Dharmendra reacts to his onscreen kiss with Shabana Azmi in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

<p>From addressing gender roles and patriarchy to body positivity- Karan Johar's <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani</em> is being lauded for its fresh take on family drama. "It's an upgrade on family dramas," quips writer Ishita Moitra. She has written the dialogues and co-written the screenplay along with Shashank Khaitan and Sudeep Roy for <em>Rocky Aur Rani. </em>For those who have been loving Ranveer's hilarious English in the film, Ishita Moitra is the person they should be lauding.</p>

<p>During a chat with WION, Moitra spoke at length about the film that is currently making waves for its entertainment and relevant messaging. The writer credits the film's director Karan Johar for having a very clear vision of how he wanted each of his characters to be. While writing the character of Rocky Randhawa, Ishita recalls she was told that he is the male version of Poo from Johar’s iconic <em>Kabhie Khushi Kabhie Gham</em> or Geet from <em>Jab We Met.</em></p>

<p>“We've seen women do these characters very well. They are iconic characters. Karan wanted that, wanted to turn it on its head. And we knew that Ranveer was going to do this. There’s nobody else who could have pulled it off with this much elan as he did.”</p>

<p>Ranveer Singh’s performance as Rocky Randhawa has been lauded by one and all. The actor plays the role of a loud Delhi boy from a rich business family who falls in love with a feisty, feminist Bengali girl, Rani Chatterjee played by Alia Bhatt.</p>

<h2>‘Ranveer is a chameleon’</h2>

<p>Moitra was all praise for the lead cast. When pointed out that Singh caught the Delhi lingo quite accurately, Moitra pointed out that it's not new for the actor to adapt to his characters. “He is a chameleon really. Whether he had to use a Marathi accent in <em>Bajirao Mastani</em> or the Gujju accent in <em>Jayeshbahi Jordaar</em>, he can do anything,” said Moitra.</p>

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<p>As a viewer, Moitra admits she found more joy in watching Ranveer emote in between the lines. “If you remember the scene where Alia points out that whatever they had was consensual, the expression Ranveer has on his face before he says ‘Can you repeat?’ Or the laundry scene with Churni Ganguly, who plays Alia’s mother, and he goes ‘<em>Aunty aap Rani ki Mummy hai’</em>- all these expressions, the faces he made were hilarious. I think it's just fabulous what he's managed to do in the film,” said Moitra. "And Alia is Alia Bhatt. She can pull off almost anything,” added the writer.</p>

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<h2>‘The Kathak scene was Karan’s idea’</h2>

<p>"So the idea of Rani's father being a Kathak dancer was Karan’s. And the two dance sequences also, he knew what he wanted," revealed Moitra. She pointed out how Rani’s father Chandan and Rocky were similar just that they were from different ends of the spectrum.</p>

<p>“They both love to dance. They both have fathers who judge them. And yet they are from two different ends of the spectrum, even in terms of masculinity,” said Moitra.</p>

<p>“The two dance performances were pretty much like, I mean, even at the story level, it was something that we wanted to do. We thought a few times about what song it should be, etc. And then <em>Dola re Dola</em> was just perfect, especially because it was a Durga Puja setting. It all germinated from Karan's heart because this is the family drama that he knew what he wanted to put forth.”</p>

<h2>Favourite scene from <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani</em></h2>

<p>Being from an Army background, Ishita Moitra said she had lived in Amritsar and Delhi and was familiar with Punjabi and her mother tongue is Bengali. So bringing the essence of Delhi lingo was not so difficult for her. She admits that Ranveer’s meltdown scene where he talks of the cancel culture and apologises to Tota Roy Choudhury’s character was the toughest to write and added was her favourite scene in the film because of the way it was implemented.</p>

<p>“The cancel culture scene is an absolute favourite because it took me a while to write it.” Since the scene involved Ranveer first apologising and then talking about his personal issues and then cancel culture, Ishita says the conversation had to be free-flowing. “The conversation had to move organically from one topic to the other. At the same time, it had to be emotional. At the same time, it has to be funny. You have to use words like, what a bad, what a worst, what a shame. But it can't make people laugh. It should still make people emotional. Cracking that was hard. And eventually, once that was written out, I think Karan was also pretty happy with it. And then I think Rocky crushed it. He took it to another level with his performance.”</p>

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<p>Moitra was also all praise&nbsp;for the supporting cast. She revealed how Tota Roy Chowdhury took only 35 classes to ace that Kathak performance, Shabana Azmi sang a Tagore song with absolute perfection and how Churni Ganguly brought the essence of a snob English professor correctly. ‘Shabana Ma’am is a masterclass in acting,” said Moitra admiringly.</p>

<p>Moitra was also all praise&nbsp;for Karan Johar and Dharma Production. Calling Johar a living legend, Moitra said that the creative freedom and respect that writers get working for Dharma is unmatched. “Working with Karan has been incredible. He is so democratic, such an intelligent man and open to feedback.“ Moitra came on board&nbsp;<em>Rocky Aur Rani </em>because of her Delhi background and because she is a Bengali. “I first wrote a script for a film that Anand Tiwari is directing and stars Vicky Kaushal and Tripti Dimri and Amy Wirk. <em>Rocky Aur Rani</em> is my second project with Dharma.”</p>

<h2>On being compared to <em>Vicky Donor</em></h2>

<p>Ishita Moitra said while <em>Vicky Donor </em>and <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani </em>had a similar backdrop, the films are not similar. “Rocky Aur Rani is not so much about diverse cultures as much as it is about rising above the differences and believing in the goodness of people,” she pointed out.</p>

<p>A certain section on social media also felt that the film’s wedding sequence and proposal sequences were lifted from a popular Indian TV show called <em>Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. </em>Was Moitra aware of it? “I think it’s a happy coincidence. I don’t think Karan would have watched the show. I am aware of the show- I know it’s a successful show but had no idea about the sequences."</p>

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<p>Moitra who worked on TV (<em>Bade Achhe Lagte Hai</em>) and OTT (<em>Four More Shots! Please</em>) says the magic of seeing one’s name appear on the big screen in a dark theatre is unmatched. Moitra has written dialogues for films like <em>Shakuntala Devi. </em>“The thrill of the big screen is unmatched. Nothing can beat the excitement you get at seeing your name appear on the big screen,” says the writer.</p>

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<h2>On writer's strike in Hollywood</h2>

<p>When Moitra was asked to comment on the current writers' strike in Hollywood and if she saw something similar happening in India in the near future, she said that first, the writers association in India was trying to get basic contracts in place. Moitra revealed that in many cases there is no contract for the writers and hence no standard pay structure exist. The association is trying to get that corrected. Minimum wages that every writer should be paid needs to be set first, argued the writer and added, “Sometimes writers don’t even get credits properly. So we need to get the basics right. What Hollywood is protesting and the way actors are picketing is incredible but we first need to get basics rights.”</p>

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From addressing gender roles and patriarchy to body positivity- Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is being lauded for its fresh take on family drama.

From addressing gender roles and patriarchy to body positivity- Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is being lauded for its fresh take on family drama. "It's an upgrade on family dramas," quips writer Ishita Moitra. She has written the dialogues and co-written the screenplay along with Shashank Khaitan and Sudeep Roy for Rocky Aur Rani. For those who have been loving Ranveer's hilarious English in the film, Ishita Moitra is the person they should be lauding. During a chat with WION, Moitra spoke at length about the film that is currently making waves for its entertainment and relevant messaging. The writer credits the film's director Karan Johar for having a very clear vision of how he wanted each of his characters to be. While writing the character of Rocky Randhawa, Ishita recalls she was told that he is the male version of Poo from Johar’s iconic Kabhie Khushi Kabhie Gham or Geet from Jab We Met. “We've seen women do these characters very well. They are iconic characters. Karan wanted that, wanted to turn it on its head. And we knew that Ranveer was going to do this. There’s nobody else who could have pulled it off with this much elan as he did.” Ranveer Singh’s performance as Rocky Randhawa has been lauded by one and all. The actor plays the role of a loud Delhi boy from a rich business family who falls in love with a feisty, feminist Bengali girl, Rani Chatterjee played by Alia Bhatt. ‘Ranveer is a chameleon’ Moitra was all praise for the lead cast. When pointed out that Singh caught the Delhi lingo quite accurately, Moitra pointed out that it's not new for the actor to adapt to his characters. “He is a chameleon really. Whether he had to use a Marathi accent in Bajirao Mastani or the Gujju accent in Jayeshbahi Jordaar, he can do anything,” said Moitra. Also read: Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani review: Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt shine in a predictable, fun family film As a viewer, Moitra admits she found more joy in watching Ranveer emote in between the lines. “If you remember the scene where Alia points out that whatever they had was consensual, the expression Ranveer has on his face before he says ‘Can you repeat?’ Or the laundry scene with Churni Ganguly, who plays Alia’s mother, and he goes ‘Aunty aap Rani ki Mummy hai’- all these expressions, the faces he made were hilarious. I think it's just fabulous what he's managed to do in the film,” said Moitra. "And Alia is Alia Bhatt. She can pull off almost anything,” added the writer. View this post on Instagram A post shared by misschamko (@_ishita_moitra_) × ‘The Kathak scene was Karan’s idea’ "So the idea of Rani's father being a Kathak dancer was Karan’s. And the two dance sequences also, he knew what he wanted," revealed Moitra. She pointed out how Rani’s father Chandan and Rocky were similar just that they were from different ends of the spectrum. “They both love to dance. They both have fathers who judge them. And yet they are from two different ends of the spectrum, even in terms of masculinity,” said Moitra. “The two dance performances were pretty much like, I mean, even at the story level, it was something that we wanted to do. We thought a few times about what song it should be, etc. And then Dola re Dola was just perfect, especially because it was a Durga Puja setting. It all germinated from Karan's heart because this is the family drama that he knew what he wanted to put forth.” Favourite scene from Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Being from an Army background, Ishita Moitra said she had lived in Amritsar and Delhi and was familiar with Punjabi and her mother tongue is Bengali. So bringing the essence of Delhi lingo was not so difficult for her. She admits that Ranveer’s meltdown scene where he talks of the cancel culture and apologises to Tota Roy Choudhury’s character was the toughest to write and added was her favourite scene in the film because of the way it was implemented. “The cancel culture scene is an absolute favourite because it took me a while to write it.” Since the scene involved Ranveer first apologising and then talking about his personal issues and then cancel culture, Ishita says the conversation had to be free-flowing. “The conversation had to move organically from one topic to the other. At the same time, it had to be emotional. At the same time, it has to be funny. You have to use words like, what a bad, what a worst, what a shame. But it can't make people laugh. It should still make people emotional. Cracking that was hard. And eventually, once that was written out, I think Karan was also pretty happy with it. And then I think Rocky crushed it. He took it to another level with his performance.” Moitra was also all praise for the supporting cast. She revealed how Tota Roy Chowdhury took only 35 classes to ace that Kathak performance, Shabana Azmi sang a Tagore song with absolute perfection and how Churni Ganguly brought the essence of a snob English professor correctly. ‘Shabana Ma’am is a masterclass in acting,” said Moitra admiringly. Moitra was also all praise for Karan Johar and Dharma Production. Calling Johar a living legend, Moitra said that the creative freedom and respect that writers get working for Dharma is unmatched. “Working with Karan has been incredible. He is so democratic, such an intelligent man and open to feedback.“ Moitra came on board Rocky Aur Rani because of her Delhi background and because she is a Bengali. “I first wrote a script for a film that Anand Tiwari is directing and stars Vicky Kaushal and Tripti Dimri and Amy Wirk. Rocky Aur Rani is my second project with Dharma.” On being compared to Vicky Donor Ishita Moitra said while Vicky Donor and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani had a similar backdrop, the films are not similar. “Rocky Aur Rani is not so much about diverse cultures as much as it is about rising above the differences and believing in the goodness of people,” she pointed out. A certain section on social media also felt that the film’s wedding sequence and proposal sequences were lifted from a popular Indian TV show called Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. Was Moitra aware of it? “I think it’s a happy coincidence. I don’t think Karan would have watched the show. I am aware of the show- I know it’s a successful show but had no idea about the sequences." The parallel🔥 Shadi so grand that it actually looked like bollywood shadi, 1 yr later cn't believe we'll hv a parallel of #AbhiRa Great Grand Wedding 🫶🏻💕🥺 Indeed abhira wedding is d greatest itv wedding ever🫶🏻❤️‍🔥#HarshadChopda #PranaliRathod #RockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani pic.twitter.com/LSDuLrtn09 — abhirayrkkh🇮🇳( AbhiRa 'THE IDIOTS') (@genextharshali) July 4, 2023 × Moitra who worked on TV (Bade Achhe Lagte Hai) and OTT (Four More Shots! Please) says the magic of seeing one’s name appear on the big screen in a dark theatre is unmatched. Moitra has written dialogues for films like Shakuntala Devi. “The thrill of the big screen is unmatched. Nothing can beat the excitement you get at seeing your name appear on the big screen,” says the writer. On writer's strike in Hollywood When Moitra was asked to comment on the current writers' strike in Hollywood and if she saw something similar happening in India in the near future, she said that first, the writers association in India was trying to get basic contracts in place. Moitra revealed that in many cases there is no contract for the writers and hence no standard pay structure exist. The association is trying to get that corrected. Minimum wages that every writer should be paid needs to be set first, argued the writer and added, “Sometimes writers don’t even get credits properly. So we need to get the basics right. What Hollywood is protesting and the way actors are picketing is incredible but we first need to get basics rights.” WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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