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The Storyteller Twitter Review: 7 tweets to read before watching Paresh Rawal and Adil Hussain’s latest film

The Storyteller Twitter Review: 7 tweets to read before watching Paresh Rawal and Adil Hussain’s latest film

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Paresh Rawal and Adil Hussain come together in The Storyteller, a cinematic adaptation of Satyajit Ray’s timeless tale. The film, which debuted on Disney+ Hotstar on January 28, 2025, follows a storyteller who relocates from Kolkata to Ahmedabad, weaving a narrative rich in friendships, relationships, and the spirit of creativity. If you’re considering watching this intriguing drama, take a look at what netizens are saying about it on X (formerly Twitter)! Paresh Rawal‘s stellar performance in The Storyteller has garnered widespread appreciation from viewers online. One fan expressed their admiration, saying, “@SirPareshRawal Sir I hv just watched #TheStoryteller. You have done wonderful and extra ordinary work. Load of love from your fan. Thank u sir for ur great work…”  Another viewer shared their thoughts, saying, “#TheStoryteller now streaming at @DisneyPlusHS Remarkable performance by both duos @_AdilHussain @SirPareshRawal The knitting of each plot is crafted with the loom of creativity!!i never blink my eyes while watching beacuse each character reveals their own struggling emotions.” One viewer expressed, “The Storyteller is a beautifully crafted film that pays homage to …

The Storyteller review: Paresh Rawal, Adil Hussain’s class act make it a must-watch

The Storyteller review: Paresh Rawal, Adil Hussain’s class act make it a must-watch

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Paresh Rawal and Adil Hussain together in a film which is solely about their relationship- if one was sold on this one liner alone on paper, wait till you watch The Storyteller. A still from The Storyteller Also read: The Storyteller trailer: Paresh Rawal and Adil Husain add emotional complexity to Satyajit Ray’s short story An engrossing watch directed by Ananth Mahadevan, this film’s release proves how content-rich films sometimes have to wait to prove themselves worthy of seeing the light of day. It premiered at the Busan film festival in 2022, and it has taken it only three years to reach the audiences. Thank God it did, because one wishes this was a series instead, one which would last far longer than it’s two hour runtime. The story revolves around Tarini (Paresh Rawal), a man who is happy not travelling abroad to be with his son or stick to one job. In fact, his son remarks during a call that his dad has changed 10 jobs in a year! Passionate about storytelling, he doesn’t …

Adil Hussain gets a cheque for ₹5 lakh every other month for guest appearance on Star Trek: Discovery. Here’s why | Bollywood

Adil Hussain gets a cheque for ₹5 lakh every other month for guest appearance on Star Trek: Discovery. Here’s why | Bollywood

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Actor Adil Hussain has made a name in the West through his varied projects. Now, the actor revealed that he wasn’t paid much for his guest appearance in the show, Star Trek: Discovery, but continues to get ₹5 lakh for the same every month. Also read: Adil Hussain reacts to Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s claim of making him famous: ‘Are Ang Lee, Mira Nair less famous than him?’ Adil Hussain got popular in the West with a role in Life of Pi. Adil Hussain reveals Recently, Adil appeared on Cyrus Broacha’s Cyrus Says podcast where he spoke about his renumeration. He said that gets thousands of dollars in ‘residuals’, which means that he gets one per cent cut every time the network earns money from the show. Adil said, “I auditioned, I got the part, and I was called in. Of course, I had done a big Hollywood film called Life of Pi, but that was long ago. I went there, to the Pinewood Studios in Toronto, and the sets were huge. I was asked to …

Rishab Shetty slams Bollywood after Kantara National Award win; Adil Hussain, Hansal Mehta, Shekhar Kapur react

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Rishab Shetty, who recently won a National Film Award for his 2022 film Kantara, has found himself embroiled in a controversy after comments he made during an interview with MetroSaga about Bollywood went viral online. In Kannada, Shetty was quoted as saying, “Indian films, particularly Bollywood, often portray India negatively. These so-called art films get showcased at international events and receive special attention. For me, my nation, my state, and my language are sources of pride. I believe in presenting them in a positive light to the world, and that’s exactly what I strive to do.” Actor Rishab Shetty’s comment on Bollywood hasn’t gone down well with social media users. Also read: Rishab Shetty says OTT platforms don’t buy Kannada content: Forced to put our content on YouTube Backlash from Bollywood enthusiasts Soon after Shetty’s comments surfaced online, many interpreted it as an attack on Bollywood. The criticism intensified when a Reddit post highlighted a scene from Shetty’s own film Kantara, showing him pinching co-star Sapthami Gowda’s waist. This has fueled further debate on social …

Adil Hussain reacts to Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s claim of making him famous: ‘Are Ang Lee, Mira Nair less famous than him?’ | Bollywood

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Actor Adil Hussain and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga clashed after the former said he was ‘embarrassed’ to be part of Kabir Singh, the Hindi remake of Arjun Reddy. The latter hit back with a tweet, claiming to have made the actor famous. At an interaction hosted by India Today NE, Adil responded to that. (Also Read: Adil Hussain remembers Sridevi on her birth anniversary: She will remain in our hearts forever) Adil Hussain starred in a short role in Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Kabir Singh. ‘God bless Sandeep Vanga’ When asked how he would respond to Sandeep’s tweet on how Adil’s ‘30 art films’ didn’t get him fame as much as the film he ‘regrets’ doing, he said, “How do I respond to that? If Ang Lee is less famous than him? Or if Mira Nair is less famous? Ang Lee is an Oscar-winner. Life of Pi got an Oscar. God bless Sandeep Vanga for counting the films I’ve done. I’ve never blamed him. I can understand he’s upset. I’ve only said that it’s my fault …

Adil Hussain remembers Sridevi on her birth anniversary: She will remain in our hearts forever | Bollywood

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On the 61st birth anniversary of Sridevi, her English Vinglish co-star Adil Hussain remembered her in a heartfelt social media post, saying her legacy is still cherished by all. Also read: Sridevi lives on in essence through Janhvi Kapoor’s film career: Here’s how Adil Hussain worked with Sridevi on English Vinglish. Adil recalls Walking down the memory lane, Adil shared a sweet memory with Sridevi through a photograph. In the pic, Adil is posing with Sridevi, as they smile joyously for the camera. He took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share the memory and a note. Sharing the beautiful picture of Sridevi, Adil wrote On her Birth Anniversary I remember her with Utmost Respect and Warmest Fondness. She will remain in our Hearts Forever”. As Adil shared the image, her husband and producer Boney Kapoor responded to it in the comment section, writing, “Thank you for remembering her”. To which, Adil wrote, “Always… Always (star emojis)” Adil worked with Sridevi in English Vinglish, which was directed by Gauri Shinde. In the film, Adil …

Adil Hussain on Bangladesh crisis: India must do more to protect them | Bollywood

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Actor Adil Hussain is disturbed after seeing the ‘heart-wrenching’ visuals coming out of Bangladesh amid growing political unrest. The actor says it is time to stand up and protect those affected in the protests. Also read: Sonu Sood appeals to everyone to help in rescuing fellow Indians from Bangladesh: ‘Not just government’s responsibility’ On the work front, Adil Hussain was last seen in Ulajh. The actor, who was most recently seen in film, Ulajh, took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to express his views, and urge the Indian government to do more. Time to stand up On Wednesday, Adil tweeted, “Heart Wrenching visuals from Bangladesh. The Attacks and Atrocities on Minority communities and on others in Bangladesh are Shocking! India must do more to Protect them”. He added, “I stand with the Pains and Sufferings of the Victims. And I urge the Perpetrators to Stand Down. They should hang their Heads In Shame for their Actions. All Political leaders, specifically Muslim Leaders of India Must, Must call out these Perpetrators”. More celebs speak up …

Adil Hussain on being congratulated instead of Turkey’s Olympic shooter Yusuf Dikec: ‘It was really funny’ | Bollywood

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Adil Hussain recently got a case of mistaken identity that left him a bit amused. It all started when he was congratulated on clinching a medal at the ongoing Olympic Games in Paris instead of Turkish shooter Yusuf Dikec. And the actor found it pretty funny and entertaining. Also read: Turkey’s Olympic shooter breaks silence on viral fame after his effortless swag broke the internet On the film front, Adil Hussain is seen alongside Janhvi Kapoor in Ulajh. The tweet in question read, “Congratulations sir @_AdilHussain on winning silver at Olympics 2024 for Turkey. Respect”. The post came with a picture of Adil and Yusuf, which seems like a move to show the striking similarity between the two. Adil reacts The actor, who was most recently seen alongside Janhvi Kapoor in Ulajh, knows how to take a joke, and took this one sportingly as well. “Well, I don’t think the tweet was done because of a misunderstanding. It was a deliberate thing that they have done. It was made in a jest, so I was …

Adil Hussain says he would not have done Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal even if he was offered ₹200 cr | Bollywood

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Adil Hussain had shared his regret of being part of a film like Kabir Singh, which was directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. That had angered the director, who took a dig at Adil’s long filmography of ‘art films’ in his tweet. Now, in a new interview with Zoom, Adil shared that he stands by his statement and that he would not never be a part of a film like Animal, even if he was given a huge amount as much as ₹ 200 crore. (Also read: Adil Hussain says ‘will not change my stand’ after Sandeep Reddy Vanga blasts him for ‘regretting’ Kabir Singh) Adil Hussain starred in a supporting role in Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Kabir Singh. What Adil said Reacting to Vanga’s statement, Adil said: “What do I say to that? I think there are a lot of replies to that comment. If he is more famous than Ang Lee, I don’t know what to say… Very unfortunate that he thinks like that. His film did a lot of box office collection so probably …

“Won’t Change Stand,” Says Adil Hussain In Kabir Singh Feud With Sandeep Reddy Vanga

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The image was shared on X. (courtesy: netamakerindia) New Delhi: Actor Adil Hussain recently reacted to Kabir Singh director Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s post on X (formerly known as Twitter). In a conversation with The Times Of India, Adil Hussain said, “I’m in the US right now and haven’t seen Sandeep’s post. Neither do I intend to. What I said (about Kabir Singh) was in an interview, and not on social media. I was completely shocked when I saw the film and I regret doing it. I will not change my stand.” FYI: Adil Hussain played a cameo in Kabir Singh. He essayed the role of the Dean of Shahid Kapoor’s college. The feud between Adil Hussain and Sandeep Reddy Vanga started after the actor shared his view about Kabir Singh on a podcast. How did this feud start? Adil Hussain, during an interview on the YouTube channel AP Podcast, said that Kabir Singh is the only film that he “regretted doing” and called it “misogynistic”. In addition, the actor claimed that he walked out of the theatre just after 20 minutes. The Life …