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Varun Dhawan rejected this ₹400 crore blockbuster and National Award-winning film; was set to star with Kangana Ranaut

Varun Dhawan rejected this ₹400 crore blockbuster and National Award-winning film; was set to star with Kangana Ranaut

Actors often look back at projects they turned down and wonder how things might have unfolded had they said yes. Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan recently opened up about one such film he passed on, a critically acclaimed thriller that went on to become one of the biggest success stories in recent Hindi cinema. Varun Dhawan and Kangana Ranaut were supposed to work together in a Sriram Raghavan film. Varun Dhawan says he turned down Andhadhun Varun is currently seen in his father David Dhawan’s film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, which has been struggling at the box office. During a recent conversation with Tanmay Bhatt on his YouTube channel, the actor revealed that he had once rejected a film that later emerged as both a critical and commercial success. When asked if there was a film he had declined that later became a massive hit and left him with regrets, Varun revealed, “I think I said no to a good film, which became a very good film, Andhadhun. But I was filming for something …

PM Narendra Modi mourns the death of National Award-winning actor Salim Kumar: ‘He made a mark with his versatility’

PM Narendra Modi mourns the death of National Award-winning actor Salim Kumar: ‘He made a mark with his versatility’

Malayalam cinema is mourning the loss of one of its most beloved and versatile performers. National Award-winning actor Salim Kumar died on Saturday night in Kochi following a cardiac arrest. He was 56. The actor had reportedly been undergoing treatment for multiple health complications and was placed on ventilator support before his death. His passing has triggered an outpouring of grief from political leaders, film personalities, and fans across the world. The actor, who passed away last night, was laid to rest in the compound of his home. He was cremated with full state honours on June 7. PM Narendra expresses sadness over the death of Malayalam cinema legend Salim Kumar. Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the veteran actor. In a post on X, he wrote, “Deeply saddened by the passing of veteran actor Shri Salim Kumar Ji. Over the course of a distinguished career, he made a mark with his versatility and memorable performances across a wide range of roles. My thoughts are with his family …

National Award-winning Malayalam actor, Salim Kumar, dies at 56; Mammootty pens emotional farewell: ‘You make me cry’

National Award-winning Malayalam actor, Salim Kumar, dies at 56; Mammootty pens emotional farewell: ‘You make me cry’

National Award-winning Malayalam actor Salim Kumar died at the age of 56. His sudden demise has left the entire industry in shock. Before his passing, the actor was admitted to a private hospital after suffering health complications and was later placed on ventilator support. Mammootty has penned an emotional note remembering the late actor. Mammootty mourns the demise of Malayalam actor Salim Kumar. Salim Kumar’s death The actor died at a private hospital while undergoing treatment for pneumonia, family sources told PTI. Salim died at around 10.43 pm on Saturday, they said. The actor, who had undergone a liver transplant a few years ago, was admitted to the hospital earlier in the day and was placed on ventilator support. According to family sources, he developed sudden health complications and was rushed to the hospital, where he breathed his last. He is survived by his wife, Sunitha, and their two children. Mammootty took to X and penned an emotional farewell. He wrote, “Salim, who laughed and made others laugh, thought and made others think, and occasionally …

Before Dhurandhar and Uri, Aditya Dhar’s National Award-winning film Boond gave a peek into his raging revenge streak | Bollywood News

Before Dhurandhar and Uri, Aditya Dhar’s National Award-winning film Boond gave a peek into his raging revenge streak | Bollywood News

“The last great war will not be fought for land or oil, but for water,” declares the ominous font at the end of Boond, the 2009 National Award-winning film that marked the debut of Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar who turns 43 today. He served as the writer and Associate Director to Drishyam 2 helmer Abhishek Pathak. Seventeen years later, countries are still being bombed and leaders being killed for land or oil. Water is still not as contentious, even in the films of Dhar, which are big on jingoistic set pieces and military/covert conflicts between India and Pakistan. From his 2019 directorial debut feature Uri: The Surgical Strike to the record-breaking Dhurandhar franchise, what is the bone of contention? Rewatching Boond now doesn’t give the answer, but it surely offers a telling peek into Dhar’s philosophy and politics. The 26-minute short starts with a man from the minority getting shot by a privileged kid. Lallan (Rajesh Bagotra), a mute guy, desperately claws his way into a rickety, makeshift framework protecting something precious in the middle …

Deepika Padukone lets go of The White Lotus, refuses to audition for the Emmy Award-winning series: report | Bollywood News

Deepika Padukone lets go of The White Lotus, refuses to audition for the Emmy Award-winning series: report | Bollywood News

4 min readMumbaiFeb 27, 2026 08:56 AM IST Rumours had been circulating strongly on social media that Deepika Padukone would be seen in The White Lotus, created by Mike White. The speculation suggested that the project would mark her return to Hollywood following her debut in xXx: Return of Xander Cage (2017), where she starred alongside Vin Diesel. However, it has now emerged that Deepika is no longer in consideration for the Emmy Award-winning black comedy series. According to reports, she chose to walk away from the opportunity after declining to audition for the role. As per a report by Variety India, an industry source confirmed that while the makers were keen to approach her, the audition process became the sticking point. The source was quoted as saying, “Auditions are a mandatory part of the casting process for The White Lotus. The makers were very keen on auditioning actors before signing them on. Deepika was not keen on auditioning and that was the reason why the White Lotus opportunity had to be passed.” The report …

Rima Das’ Not A Hero receives special mention at Berlinale; her National Award-winning film Village Rockstars earned 10 times its budget in Assam alone | Regional News

Rima Das’ Not A Hero receives special mention at Berlinale; her National Award-winning film Village Rockstars earned 10 times its budget in Assam alone | Regional News

4 min readGuwahatiFeb 22, 2026 05:00 PM IST Rima Das’ latest film Not A Hero has received a special jury mention at the Berlin International Film Festival. The Assamese film had its world premiere in the Generation Kplus Competition, a category dedicated to stories about children and young adults. This is Rima’s third film to get a screening at the Berlinale after Bulbul Can Sing (2018) and Village Rockstars 2 (2024), and her second to receive a special mention after Bulbul Can Sing did in the Generation 14plus section in 2019. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO Rima, who writes, directs, shoots, and edits her rooted, indie films, made her feature film debut with Man with the Binoculars: Antardrishti in 2016. But her breakthrough happened with the 2017 coming-of-age film Village Rockstars. After premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival, it was selected as India’s official entry for the 91st Academy Awards, the first Assamese film to get that distinction. Village Rockstars also fetched Rima her maiden National Award, for both Best Film and Best Editor. That …

When and Where to watch Shamla Hamza’s Kerala State Award-winning movie?

When and Where to watch Shamla Hamza’s Kerala State Award-winning movie?

Feminichi Fathima OTT Release: When and Where to watch Shamla Hamza’s Kerala State Award-winning movie? Home News and Gossip Feminichi Fathima OTT Release: When and Where to watch Shamla Hamza’s Kerala State Award-winning mov… Feminichi (feminist) Fathima is the title character played by Shamla Hamza. Shamla portrays a lady in the movie whose life is centred on taking care of her husband, in-laws, and kids. Her own family and society control her thoughts, needs, and aspirations. Feminichi Fathima OTT Release: Shamla Hamza got the coveted 55th Kerala State Film Award for her role in the critically acclaimed movie Feminichi Fathima. She and Mammootty, the Malayalam superstar, shared the Best Actor (Female) and Best Actor (Male) awards. On October 10, 2025, Feminichi Fathima, a must-see social drama, hit the theatres. Let us now know, when and in which OTT platform, the award-winning film will be streamed. In 2024, Feminichi Fathima was first shown in international film festivals. It won several …

National Award-winning makeup artist Vikram Gaikwad passes away | Bollywood News

National Award-winning makeup artist Vikram Gaikwad passes away | Bollywood News

National Award-winning makeup artist Vikram Gaikwad, known for his work in movies such as 83, Uri: The Surgical Strike and Ponniyin Selvan, died on Saturday here at a hospital, his younger brother said. He was 61. “He was hospitalised at Hiranandani Hospital in Powai three days ago due to BP issues. He passed away today at around 8:30 am. His BP was going low, and we were not able to revive him. He was quite well when he was admitted. We were not expecting that he would pass away so soon,” Dr Prasanna Paranjpe, Gaikwad’s younger brother, told PTI. Vikram Gaikwad’s work spans across Hindi, Marathi, and South Indian films such as 83, Shakuntala Devi, Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, Sanju, Dangal, PK, 3 Idiots, Omkara, Balgandharva, Katyar Kaljat Ghusali, Ponniyin Selvan, and O Kadhal Kanmani. Story continues below this ad He won the National Award for best makeup artist in 2012 for Vidya Balan-starrer Dirty Picture, followed by another win for Bengali movie Jaatishwar in 2014. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde condoled his death …

When James Cameron’s Avatar Faced Brutal Criticism From An Award-Winning Sci-Fi Director

When James Cameron’s Avatar Faced Brutal Criticism From An Award-Winning Sci-Fi Director

Check what an award-winning sci-fi director once said about Avatar ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) James Cameron’s visually stunning epic sci-fi blockbuster ‘Avatar’ received tremendous praise from fans and critics across the globe after its theatrical release in 2009. Avatar and its sequel, Avatar: The Way of Water, are among the top five highest-grossing movies of all time globally. Eminent filmmakers like Steven Spielberg and Edgar Wright have expressed their admiration for the film in the past. This Award-Winning Director Wasn’t Very Happy With Avatar However, some viewers opined that Avatar was not the best film directed by James Cameron. For instance, the immensely talented British filmmaker Duncan Jones once said (as reported by SlashFilm) that Avatar wasn’t in his top three James Cameron films. He also questioned, “At what point in the film did you have any doubt what was going to happen next? Or were you ever surprised how it happened?” He further said that he “Would have appreciated the barest bit of explanation for the floating mountain islands in Avatar… Pumice …

Muthayya OTT release: Here’s when and where you can watch Sudhakar Reddy’s award-winning social drama online

Muthayya OTT release: Here’s when and where you can watch Sudhakar Reddy’s award-winning social drama online

Muthayya is a Telugu social drama that has won several awards at international film festivals. Directed by Bhaskhar Maurya, the film is finally set for its grand digital premiere. It tells the story of a 70-year-old man who dreams of becoming an actor before he dies. If you want to experience his inspiring journey, read on to find out where you can watch the film. When and where to watch Muthayya  Muthayya will start streaming on ETV Win from May 1. The announcement was made on the social media handles of the OTT giant, which read, “Muthayya. A heartwarming story of dreams, hope, and passion! Witness the inspiring journey of a 70-year-old dreamer from Chennuru. Premieres from May 1. Only on @etvwin.” Take a look at the post below: Official plot of Muthayya The movie revolves around the life of Muthayya, a simple elderly man living in a small village. He owns a small piece of land and takes up odd jobs to make a living. A true cinema lover, he spends most of his time …