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Ali Hassan reveals he was sceptical about playing an antagonist in Border 2

Ali Hassan reveals he was sceptical about playing an antagonist in Border 2

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In an exclusive chat, actor Ali Hassan, who plays the prime antagonist in Border 2, opened up about sharing screen space with Sunny Deol and why the experience meant so much to him. Calling the film “all about Sunny Deol,” Ali said, “Of course it was an ensemble cast and I won’t deny they were amazing too. But if it wasn’t for Sunny Deol, Border wouldn’t have been a franchise.” He added, “I was very fortunate that I got to be a part of this amazing project, Border 2.” Ali Hassan on working with Sunny Deol While he did not share scenes with Varun Dhawan or Ahaan Shetty, Ali cherished the opportunity to work closely with Deol. “I got to work with Sunny Sir. What an amazing person he is. The energy he carries at the age he is… I used to keep looking at him. I used to forget what I had to do in the scene and just admire him while we performed together,” he admitted. Having grown up watching the veteran star, …

Akshaye Khanna and Nawazuddin Siddiqui are being discussed for a crucial role in Tumbbad 2: Source

Akshaye Khanna and Nawazuddin Siddiqui are being discussed for a crucial role in Tumbbad 2: Source

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Anticipation around Tumbbad 2 began ever since actor-producer Sohum Shah officially joined hands with Pen Studios, helmed by veteran producer Dr. Jayantilal Gada. Now, an exciting casting update has been gathered as the project is being developed. Akshaye Khanna and Nawazuddin Siddiqui are being considered for the antagonistic part. Casting update on the sequel Released in 2018, Tumbbad has slowly become a cult film. Its 2024 re-release went on to do wonders at the box office. Now, with the sequel set to go on floors early this year, the makers are looking to deepen and expand the dark universe with an exciting cast update. Amid this mounting anticipation, fresh industry chatter suggests that the sequel’s antagonist could be a major casting masterstroke. “A powerful antagonist is central to the narrative of Tumbbad 2. The team is keen on elevating the sequel with a layered and formidable negative lead,” shares a source close to the development. “Akshaye Khanna and Nawazuddin Siddiqui are two names currently being discussed. Their ability to portray morally complex, unpredictable characters makes …

Tumbbad 2: Akshaye Khanna Or Nawazuddin Siddiqui In Talks For Powerful Antagonist Role | Bollywood News

Tumbbad 2: Akshaye Khanna Or Nawazuddin Siddiqui In Talks For Powerful Antagonist Role | Bollywood News

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Last Updated:February 16, 2026, 21:06 IST Tumbbad 2 casting update: Akshaye Khanna and Nawazuddin Siddiqui are reportedly being discussed for a crucial antagonist role in Sohum Shah’s ambitious sequel. Buzz around Tumbbad 2 intensifies as sources reveal Akshaye Khanna and Nawazuddin Siddiqui are being considered for a powerful, layered antagonist opposite Sohum Shah. The excitement surrounding Tumbbad 2 has escalated significantly ever since actor-producer Sohum Shah formally joined forces with Pen Studios, led by veteran producer Dr. Jayantilal Gada. With a production house known for mounting large-scale cinematic spectacles such as RRR and Gangubai Kathiawadi backing the sequel, trade circles are already describing it as one of the most ambitious projects currently in development. Released in 2018, Tumbbad gradually transformed from a sleeper hit into a globally celebrated cult phenomenon. Its 2024 re-release further cemented its legacy, introducing a new generation of viewers to its unsettling exploration of greed, mythology and psychological horror. Now, as the sequel gears up to go on floors early this year, the makers are reportedly aiming to expand the film’s …

Mallika Prasad On Playing Mardaani 3’s First Female Antagonist: ‘She Is A Woman From The Streets’ | Bollywood News

Mallika Prasad On Playing Mardaani 3’s First Female Antagonist: ‘She Is A Woman From The Streets’ | Bollywood News

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Last Updated:February 06, 2026, 19:08 IST Rani Mukerji’s Mardaani 3 introduces the franchise’s first female antagonist- Amma, brilliantly portrayed by seasoned theatre artist Mallika Prasad. Mallika Prasad thanks casting director Shanoo and Aditya Chopra for her Mardaani 3 role.(Photo Creidt: Instagram) Yash Raj Films’ hard-hitting, female-led cop franchise Mardaani has always introduced fierce antagonists, making top cop Shivani Shivaji Roy’s (played by Rani Mukerji) missions increasingly challenging. While the first two installments kept the antagonists mostly under wraps, Mardaani 3 takes a bold step by revealing Amma, the head of a human trafficking racket, right in the trailer. This installment is particularly special as it introduces the franchise’s first female antagonist- Amma, brilliantly portrayed by seasoned theatre artist Mallika Prasad. Mallika Prasad On Becoming The First Female Antagonist Of Mardaani Franchise In an interview with SCREEN, Mallika, who also teaches acting, spoke about the impact of introducing a face-off between the female protagonist and antagonist. She said, “It’s such a powerful move. One of the crucial things the franchise has done is to flip the …

Akshay Kumar to play chief antagonist in Ajay Devgn’s Golmaal 5; what makes this is a major casting coup | Bollywood News

Akshay Kumar to play chief antagonist in Ajay Devgn’s Golmaal 5; what makes this is a major casting coup | Bollywood News

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5 min readMumbaiFeb 3, 2026 09:26 AM IST Akshay Kumar has signed another sequel. After starring in Kesari Chapter 2, Housefull 4, and Jolly LLB 3 in 2025, he’s now reportely signed another sequel. Of course, there’s already Ahmed Khan’s Welcome to the Jungle, the third instalment of the Welcome franchise (which starred Akshay in the first instalment in 2007). There’s also Priyadarshan’s much-awaited comedy Hera Pheri 3, which doesn’t have a starting date yet. Reportedly, there’s also Bhaagam Bhaag 2, a sequel to Priyadarshan’s hit 2006 comedy, which is being helmed by Dream Girl director Raaj Shaandilyaa, expected to go on floors in mid-2026. Now, Akshay is joining other franchise, but not as the lead actor. He’s all set to be a part of Golmaal 5, the fifth instalment of Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn’s comedy franchise, which kicked off in 2006. Interestingly, Akshay won’t join the Golmaal gang so to say, which already consists of Devgn, Arshad Warsi (Akshay’s Jolly LLB co-star), Kunal Kemmu, Tusshar Kapoor, and Shreyas Talpade. Instead, he will play …

Mardaani 3 antagonist Mallika Prasad recalls Rani Mukerji welcoming her on sets

Mardaani 3 antagonist Mallika Prasad recalls Rani Mukerji welcoming her on sets

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Actor Mallika Prasad, the fierce antagonist in Rani Mukerji starrer `Mardaani 3`, opened up about the evolving space for female villains in the industry. Highlighting the growing acceptance of women in negative roles, Prasad, in an interview with ANI, said she had wanted to explore that character type for a while. “I wanted to explore what it is like to be a villain. I`m not unfamiliar with playing characters that are not straight or black and white characters, but I`m always keen to see how people receive characters like this in mainstream work. Sometimes, you don`t think of a villain necessarily as a woman. I`m of the generation when `Mogambo` was the iconic villain of all time. I also think about what it would mean to have a woman play an iconic villain like that,” she said. Noting that while audiences and filmmakers have always been open to female-centric stories, Mallika Prasad acknowledged a gap that still exists between male and female performers. “The world has been ready for the feminine for a very long …

Prithviraj Sukumaran hails SS Rajamouli, calls Kumbha in Varanasi his most ‘complex and physically demanding’ character

Prithviraj Sukumaran hails SS Rajamouli, calls Kumbha in Varanasi his most ‘complex and physically demanding’ character

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Published on: Nov 15, 2025 10:13 pm IST Prithviraj Sukumaran also teased that working with SS Rajamouli has been a dream for him, and thanked him for the ‘torturous shooting process’ in Varanasi. Earlier this month, filmmaker SS Rajamouli thrilled fans by unveiling the first look of Prithviraj Sukumaran as Kumbha, the formidable antagonist in his upcoming film Varanasi. Prithviraj was present at the Globe Trotter event in Hyderabad where he spoke at length about his collaboration with Rajamouli and said that his role in the film is ‘physically and emotionally exhausting’. (Also read: Globe Trotter event faces technical glitches, SS Rajamouli apologises to fans ahead of trailer release) Prithviraj Sukumaran talked about his character Kumbha in SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi. What Prithviraj said Talking on stage at the event, the actor shared, “I still have that message when I was in the middle of directing my own film, when Rajamouli sir said that for my next film, the part of the antagonist has been written, and it has come out very well. Would you like …

SSMB29 Globe Trotter: SS Rajamouli introduces Prithviraj Sukumaran as sinister, ruthless antagonist Kumbha in first look

SSMB29 Globe Trotter: SS Rajamouli introduces Prithviraj Sukumaran as sinister, ruthless antagonist Kumbha in first look

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Mahesh Babu starrer SSMB29 is gearing up for its grand and never-before-seen title launch, scheduled to take place on November 15, 2025. Now, the makers have unveiled the first look of Prithviraj Sukumaran from the movie, introducing his character as Kumbha, a vicious supervillain and the primary antagonist in the film. The official look, shared by SS Rajamouli also had the director remember a moment from their shoot. The filmmaker wrote, “After canning the first shot with Prithvi, I walked up to him and said you are one of the finest actors I’ve ever known. Bringing life to this sinister, ruthless, powerful antagonist KUMBHA was creatively very satisfying. Thank you Prithvi for slipping into his chair… literally…” See the look here: Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Would love to do more antagonist roles: Actor Soha Ali Khan | Bollywood

Would love to do more antagonist roles: Actor Soha Ali Khan | Bollywood

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New Delhi, Fresh off her role as a villain in the horror movie “Chhorii 2”, actor Soha Ali Khan says she’s eager to take on more antagonist characters and delve into the complex shades of grey. Would love to do more antagonist roles: Actor Soha Ali Khan Talking to PTI on the sidelines of a panel discussion organised by the Almond Board of California in Pune, Khan admitted that she was being experimental by playing such roles and receiving positive feedback for her performance in “Chhorii 2” has been “very reassuring”. “I have always felt that when it comes to cinema the antagonist has so many wonderful layers whereas the hero or heroine are often trapped by the unvirtuous. Now we are exploring characters and getting into grey and we are getting into reality. “So I think it is definitely very interesting to play an antagonist and I would love to do more such roles,” said the actor, who plays the character of ‘Daasi Maa’, an eerie and sinister antagonist. The actor, known for films …

Suniel Shetty justifies antagonist Raghavan from Main Hoon Na

Suniel Shetty justifies antagonist Raghavan from Main Hoon Na

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Actor Suniel Shetty is known for playing a lot of negative roles during his tenure, and one of these characters is Raghavan from `Main Hoon Na`.  However, Shetty does not consider Ragahvan to be a negative character as he was fighting for his country, and the love of his deceased child. Suniel Shetty justifies Raghavan Speaking during the trailer launch of his next `Kesari Veer`, Shetty stated that Raghavan can never be a villain. “For me, there is nothing more important than my country, and I am not just saying it. In sports or anywhere else when it comes to my nation, then I think I am a different human being altogether. According to the script, Raghav was a negative character but when I heard the script it took me just two minutes to say yes to the film.” He revealed what director Farah Khan told him while narrating “Main Hoon Na” to him, “I still remember Farah (Khan) telling me that a lot of people are scared to do this negative role, to which …