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‘I would make an excellent villain’: Charu Shankar on breaking typecasting in mom roles after Animal | Interview

‘I would make an excellent villain’: Charu Shankar on breaking typecasting in mom roles after Animal | Interview

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In 2023, when Charu Shankar played Ranbir Kapoor’s character’s mother in Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal, little did she know that more such offers would pour her way. But it’s more than just moms that the actor has been playing on-screen, even if that’s what her recent role in Chand Mera Dil entails. Talking to Hindustan Times, Charu discusses going against typecasting in the film industry, finding her own niche, the kinds of roles she wants to play, and more. Charu Shankar would like to star in a spy or horror film next. (Also Read: Ananya Panday’s on-screen mother Charu Shankar explains that trolled Bharatanatyam scene: ‘Mockery not okay’ | Interview) Playing Ananya Panday’s mother in Chand Mera Dil In Vivek Soni’s recent release Chand Mera Dil, Charu plays Nivedita, Ananya Panday’s character Chandni’s single mother. “Chand Mera Dil had such a good love story and an interesting story arc,” says the actor, explaining why she said yes to the Ananya and Lakshya-starrer. Talking about their roles, she adds, “What begins as a whirlwind romance turns …

Ananya Panday’s on-screen mother Charu Shankar explains that trolled Bharatanatyam scene: ‘Mockery not okay’ | Interview

Ananya Panday’s on-screen mother Charu Shankar explains that trolled Bharatanatyam scene: ‘Mockery not okay’ | Interview

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There has been a lot of discourse around Ananya Panday and her dancing skills, or lack thereof. A scene from her latest release, Vivek Soni’s Chand Mera Dil, shows her character Chandni perform a fusion classical dance – a mix of Bharatanatyam, hip-hop, and locking. Everyone from classical dance exponents to writers has chipped in to either criticise or defend her. Charu Shankar, who plays her mother, Nivedita, also a dancer in the film, tells Hindustan Times about everything that went into creating these characters and the thought process behind the much-criticised scene. Charu Shankar plays Ananya Panday’s mother in Vivek Soni’s Chand Mera Dil. (Also Read: Bharatanatyam dancers review Ananya Panday’s ‘catastrophic’ dance; Chand Mera Dil choreographer thinks actor ‘nailed it’) Charu Shankar on training in Bharatanatyam In Chand Mera Dil, Charu’s Nivedita is a single mother who rebuilds her life from scratch after her husband leaves. “She used dance to recreate a life for herself and her daughter with dignity, discipline and grace,” explains the actor, adding, “That resilience sits at the core …

Charu Shankar (43) addresses her role as Ranbir Kapoor’s (41) mom in Animal: ‘She’s different age, personality than me’ | Bollywood

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Actor Charu Shankar is “full of excitement” as she gears up for the release of her next film, Binny and Family, on September 20. Since the release of Animal in December last year, Charu has been on a roll, acting in Crew and now this film. (Also Read: Pankaj Kapur opens up on generational gap, talks about Binny and Family: ‘There should be effort from both sides’) Charu Shankar played Ranbir Kapoor’s mother in Animal. “It started with a huge fanfare around Animal. Then Crew was released, and people saw me in an out-and-out comic role. Both films were such different aspects of me, and I’m grateful both did well,” she tells Hindustan Times in an exclusive chat, talking about her bucket list, how she was convinced they were shooting on a haunted set in the UK and more. ‘I’m happy for the love I got for Animal’ In Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal, Charu played Ranbir’s character, Ranvijay Singh’s mother, Jyothi, someone who sticks up for her son no matter what. “My character was so …

Sandeep Reddy Vanga told Charu Shankar she’s ‘too young’ to play Ranbir’s mother | Bollywood

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Ranbir Kapoor‘s Animal has turned out to become one of the biggest blockbusters of the year. The Sandeep Reddy Vanga film starred Ranbir Kapoor as a violent and vengeful son, with Anil Kapoor playing his father. Actor Charu Shankar played Ranbir Kapoor’s mother in the movie. In real life, Charu is just a year older than Ranbir. In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, the actor revealed what made her take on the part. (Also read: Sandeep Reddy Vanga calls ‘big pelvis’ line in Animal a compliment: ‘That’s his way of saying he sees a future with her’) Charu Shankar with Ranbir Kapoor and Anil Kapoor. What Charu said about working with Ranbir Kapoor In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Charu Shankar said, “We (Her and Ranbir) are only one year apart; that is true. As an actor, why would I refuse? This was an opportunity, which was a very exciting opportunity. I knew the cast; I knew what the film was, when Sandeep narrated the story. I thought it was very interesting, very different. And …