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Pathaan’s Besharam Rang singer Shilpa Rao opens up on ban calls around the song; ‘We wanted people to get…’

Pathaan’s Besharam Rang singer Shilpa Rao opens up on ban calls around the song; ‘We wanted people to get…’

Pathaan was a highly anticipated film of 2023 that marked Shah Rukh Khan’s return to the big screen after 4 years. However, before its release, its song Besharam Rang starring Deepika Padukone and SRK created a major controversy. In a new interview, the song’s singer, Shilpa Rao, said she and the team were calm amid the chaos. She explained that the team wanted the people to understand and like the song in their way. So, they didn’t pay much heed to the threats. Besharam Rang featured Deepika Padukone dancing in different beachwear outfits with SRK. One was an orange-hued bikini, which caused a lot of stir among right-wing organizations. Threats against the team and demands for the song’s ban escalated the situation.  In a new conversation with The Lallantop, its singer Shilpa Rao was asked what her thoughts were as the whole controversy took place. In her response, she said, “Kuch nahi, we were all aware of it.” She kept it short and explained that she and the team didn’t think much and just focused …

Siddharth Anand on Pathaan boycott calls after Besharam Rang: We weren’t scared | Bollywood

Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone‘s Pathaan grabbed headlines last year, when its first song Besharam Rang dropped, and was slammed by a section of people, especially because of what Deepika wore in the song. The actor was seen in a saffron bikini as she danced on a beach in Spain and romanced Shah Rukh. Now, filmmaker Siddharth Anand has addressed how the team dealt with Pathaan facing boycott calls at the time. Also read: CBFC asks Pathaan makers to make changes in Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone film before release Besharam Rang song from Pathaan was slammed by some before the film’s release. Despite facing threats, criticism and boycott calls before the film’s release, both Deepika Padukone and Shah Rukh Khan remained silent. The film’s makers, Yash Raj Films, too refrained from reacting to the boycott calls. Now, in a new interview, director Siddharth Anand said that since ‘there was nothing objectionable in the film’, the cast and crew was ‘not scared’. Siddharth Anand said during an interaction with News18. “We were not scared. …

It Was A Cold, Windy Day In Spain. Enter Shah Rukh Khan, Bringing The Sun

Still from the video shared by Shah Rukh Khan. (courtesy: YRF) Shah Rukh Khan is no less than a “man of magic.” At least, that’s what everyone on the sets of Pathaan in “freezing” Spain thought when they were shooting for Besharam Rang. Why you, ask? Because the superstar arrived with a “beautiful ray of hope” when “everything was going against” the crew at that “windy, cold” location. In the latest behind-the-scenes video focused on the making of Besharam Rang, director Siddharth Anand and choreographer Vaibhavi Merchant share their experiences of filming the “beach summer song” at different locales in Spain. The weather was anything but summery, but the moment Shah Rukh Khan walked in on the sets, “the Sun came in” and “everything just worked magically,” said Vaibhavi.  Siddharth Anand said, “We were shooting a beach summer song and when we got onto the set, it was freezing.” Vaibhavi Merchant narrated, “It was windy, it was thundering, it was cold. And we had all these dancers dressed in bikinis and shorts. Everything was going …

UP CM Yogi Adityanath comments on Besharam Rang row after Pathaan success | Bollywood

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently opened up about the controversy around Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone’s song Besharam Rang. Many objected to the song from their film Pathaan for allegedly hurting their religious sentiments. Reacting to it, the CM pointed out that a film director, while making a film, should keep in mind about scenes which could give rise to controversy. Also read: Anupam Kher talks about success of Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan, boycott trends Pathaan was mired in controversy after the release of the song Besharam Rang. It received criticism from many due to Deepika’s outfits, including her saffron bikini as it featured Shah Rukh and Deepika romancing in Spain. This led to many protests from parts of the country along with a boycott trend on social media. When asked about the controversy, CM Yogi told News18, “The film director should also take into consideration while making a film that it should not have scenes which could give rise to controversy or hurt public sentiments.” “Any artist, literator or anyone with …

10/10 To Neema And Kili Paul’s Version Of Besharam Rang

Neema And Kili Paul in a still from the video. (courtesy: kili_paul) New Delhi: Kili Paul and his sister Neema Paul are no strangers to Indian Internet users. The Tanzanian brother-sister duo have made a mark by dancing and lip-syncing to various Indian film songs. Now, adding to the long list of their popular videos is a new clip in which the two are singing a song from the Shah Rukh Khan- Deepika Padukone film Pathaan. The two chose to sing the track Besharam Rang, performed originally by Shilpa Rao and Caralisa Monteiro. In the caption, Kili Paul revealed that Neema wants to sing like Shilpa Rao. He wrote: “Rate this (fire emoji). Neema wants to be Shilpa Rao.” Fans of the social media stars praised their diction and performance in the comments section. Actor Vivek Keshari wrote, “India is so proud of you guys,” with heart and fire emojis. Actress Jayanti Bhatia said, “Too  good.” Last year, in October, Kili Paul visited Mumbai and interacted with several film and television personalities. Kili met Bollywood …

Besharam Rang singer Shilpa Rao reveals ‘only reason Pathaan song did so well’ | Bollywood

Before its release, Pathaan made headlines for the song Besharam Rang featuring Deepika Padukone and Shah Rukh Khan. The song, picturised on a beach in Spain, was released in December and faced criticism from a section of people, who in particular objected to Deepika wearing an orange swimsuit in it. Since Pathaan’s release on January 25, the film has been making box office records, with many praising its two catchy songs – Besharam Rang and Jhoome Jo Pathaan. Now, in a new interview, Besharam Rang’s singer Shilpa Rao has spoken about why her ‘song has done so well’. Also read: Vaibhavi Merchant reacts to Besharam Rang controversy, says ‘nobody goes to a beach wearing full clothes’ Ever since the music video of Besharam Rang was released on December 12, 2022, many social media users have recreated the song and the results are impressive. In a new interview, Shilpa Rao said that Deepika Padukone and Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘chemistry’ was ‘fabulous’ in Besharam Rang and what ‘makes the song popular’. She added Deepika is ‘celebrating herself’ …

Shilpa Rao Shares Pic With Deepika Padukone, Thanks Her For “Love And Warmth”

Shilpa Rao shared this picture. (courtesy: shilparao) New Delhi: Shilpa Rao, Besharam Rang singer, has treated her Insta family to a picture of her with “Boss Lady” Deepika Padukone. In the image, Shilpa and her husband, Ritesh Krishnan, can be seen posing with Deepika for a picture-perfect frame. The photo seems to be from the special screening of Pathaan, which was held at Yash Raj Film Studios post release of Pathaan. Sharing the post, Shilpa Rao captioned it as “With the BOSS LADY onscreen and offscreen… @deepikapadukone. Thank you for the love and warmth each time I meet you. More power to you. @riteshkrishnan and I had a super duper night.” Soon after singer Shilpa Rao shared the post, the fans flooded the comment section. A user wrote, “She’s just the body. You are the SOUL,” while another wrote, “So so proud of you Shilpa Di… As days are passing, you are shining brighter and brighter!” Take a look at the post below:  On Saturday, Shilpa Rao shared a picture with Shah Rukh Khan and …

Deepika Padukone talks about Besharam Rang, calls Pathaan song ‘massive hit’ | Bollywood

Actor Deepika Padukone spoke about the song Besharam Rang from her upcoming film Pathaan, for the first time. In a video shared by Yash Raj Films on YouTube, Deepika revealed how the film’s team worked in ‘very difficult conditions’ for the song. She also called both the songs ‘massive hits’. Deepika was asked to choose her favourite song from Pathaan–Jhoome Ja Pathaan or Besharam Rang. (Also Read | Shah Rukh Khan lauds Deepika Padukone for Besharam Rang despite controversy) Responding to the question, Deepika said, “Both of the songs are my favourite. It’s very difficult to choose. They are both very different. For Besharam Rang, I had to work a lot harder. That’s sort of in a way my solo song. The location we were shooting at was really difficult. Even though the song looks really summery, bright and beautiful, it was actually freezing and extremely windy. So we were working in very very difficult conditions and still to sort of make it look like it was beautiful and sunny was the tough part.” “Having …

Onir says he doesn’t like Besharam Rang after slamming those who criticised it | Bollywood

Filmmaker Onir has said that he doesn’t like Pathaan song Besharam Rang, a month after he slammed those who criticised it. Speaking at the Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival, Onir also said that isn’t sure why his talk at the recent Bhopal literary fest was cancelled at the last moment. Onir also revealed that he was asked if his tweet ‘on the controversy’ over the song was connected to the cancellation. (Also Read | Besharam Rang row: Onir asks if ‘now goons will decide what we watch’) Besharam Rang released on December 12, and soon became the centre of controversy. A section of the people found Besharam Rang objectionable over the choice of costumes and colours. The song featured Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone romancing in Spain. As quoted by news agency PTI, Onir said, “Someone asked me if this (talk cancellation) was a repercussion of my tweet on the controversy over Besharam song from Pathaan. I don’t like the song, but I will speak up for something that is wrong. I don’t see my …

Shweta Tiwari’s Answer To Question She’s Been Asked “1,000 Times” Has A Besharam Rang Twist

A still from the video. (courtesy: shweta.tiwari) Shweta Tiwari’s social media timeline is sugar, spice and everything nice. From trying her hands at trendy Reels to giving major fashion goals, Shweta Tiwari does it all and how. Now, her latest upload on Instagram is making us fall in love with her all over again. She has shared a transition video. The clip opens with Shweta Tiwari, dressed in a bathrobe, grooving to the beats of Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone’s song Besharam Rang, from the much-awaited film Pathaan. She then enters her make-up. Moments later, as the door opens, the actress is seen walking out in a yellow power suit. Oh boy. She looks stunning. As per Shweta, the clip is for those who keep asking her “in how much time are you getting ready?” The actress has mentioned it in her caption. “This is how I Get Ready.. when they ask me 1000 times “in how much time are you getting ready?” she wrote. The video has become an instant hit on the social …