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Kanu Behl has THIS to say about Manoj Bajpayee’s kissing scene in Despatch

Kanu Behl has THIS to say about Manoj Bajpayee’s kissing scene in Despatch

Director Kanu Behl praises Manoj Bajpayee’s performance in Despatch, shares behind-the-scenes details, discusses challenges, and addresses the significance of Bajpayee’s kissing scenes in the film. In an exclusive conversation with Despatch director Kanu Behl, the filmmaker shared insights into the making of the movie and showered praise on Manoj Bajpayee for his exceptional performance. Behl highlighted Bajpayee’s dedication and nuanced portrayal, which brought depth to his character. During the interview, the director revealed intriguing behind-the-scenes details, offering a glimpse into the creative process and challenges faced during production. He candidly spoke about the most difficult scene in the film, describing the intense effort and collaboration it required to bring it to life. Kanu Behl also addressed the buzz around Manoj Bajpayee’s kissing scenes in the movie, emphasizing their significance to the storyline and the professionalism Bajpayee brought to those moments. !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod? n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)}; if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version=’2.0′; n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0; t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,document,’script’, ‘https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/fbevents.js’); fbq(‘init’, ‘199627965217377’); fbq(‘track’, ‘PageView’); window.fbAsyncInit = function() { FB.init({ xfbml : true, version : ‘v10.0’ }); }; (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if …

Despatch actress Shahana Goswami calls Manoj Bajpayee `easy to work with`

Despatch actress Shahana Goswami calls Manoj Bajpayee `easy to work with`

ZEE5`s recently released crime thriller film Despatch has been garnering appreciation from everywhere. It follows Joy Bag portrayed by Manoj Bajpayee, a seasoned crime journalist, who, while chasing a routine scoop, stumbles upon a ₹8,000 crore scam that threatens his career and life. As he digs deeper into Mumbai`s underworld, he faces personal and professional crises, including his strained marriage and the changing world of journalism. Shahana Goswami shares her experience of working with Manoj Bajpayee in Despatch In this intense thriller, Shahana shares the screen with the talented Manoj Bajpayee. In a recent conversation, Shahana opened up about her experience working with Manoj Bajpayee, highlighting their collaborative and seamless chemistry, and sharing insights into the process that made Despatch such an enjoyable and enriching experience for her. Shahana shared, “Working with such versatile and senior talent like Manoj Bajpayee and Kanu Behl could feel intimidating at first, and there might be a bit of hesitation or fear for anyone. But both of them are incredibly easy to work with. At no point did I …

Despatch director Kanu Behl admires THIS South actor for his acting talent, calls Manoj Bajpayee ‘courageous’

Despatch director Kanu Behl admires THIS South actor for his acting talent, calls Manoj Bajpayee ‘courageous’

Director Kanu Behl praises Fahadh Faasil, reveals insights about Despatch, starring Manoj Bajpayee and Shahana Goswami, a critically acclaimed crime drama exploring media corruption. Acclaimed filmmaker Kanu Behl, director of the Indian crime drama Despatch, recently played a fun rapid-fire round with BollywoodLife.com. During the session, Behl shared intriguing insights about his cinematic journey and preferences. He revealed the name of a film that changed his life. When asked about actors he admired, Behl expressed his love for working with a particular actor, leaving fans curious about who that might be. He also shared his admiration for South Indian star Fahadh Faasil, praising his extraordinary acting skills. Despatch, directed by Behl, stars powerhouse performers Manoj Bajpayee and Shahana Goswami in lead roles. The film, an intense exploration of crime and corruption within the media industry, has been receiving widespread critical acclaim since its release. Viewers have lauded the gripping narrative, compelling performances, and Behl’s distinctive storytelling style. With its success, Kanu Behl cements his reputation as one of India’s most promising filmmakers, while Despatch emerges …

Despatch Twitter Review: 15 tweets to read before watching Manoj Bajpayee and Shahana Goswami’s crime drama

Despatch Twitter Review: 15 tweets to read before watching Manoj Bajpayee and Shahana Goswami’s crime drama

Manoj Bajpayee is back with yet another promising movie titled Despatch. Directed by Kanu Behl, the crime-drama film also features Shahana Goswami in lead roles. After being showcased as a special presentation at the International Film Festival of India and the MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, the movie was released on Zee5 on December 13, 2024. If you’re planning to see how the journey of crime journalist Joy unfolds in the entertainer, consider reading these tweets below. The moment Manoj Bajpayee and Shahana Goswami’s Despatch was released on a popular streaming platform; several ardent cinema lovers switched on their TV sets to see what the makers have created. Most of the people who reviewed the film online had good things to say about the senior actor and his portrayal of Joy in the Kanu Behl film. According to a user, “I personally feel @BajpayeeManoj is such an actor jisko aap koi bhi role dedo he will completely NAIL it #Despatch” while another one penned, “Aur ek baar phir se #ManojBajpayee has won our hearts with his BRILLIANT performance …

Stars In The City: Manoj Bajpayee reveals his retirement plans, his first drinking session in college, and more

Stars In The City: Manoj Bajpayee reveals his retirement plans, his first drinking session in college, and more

‘Jiya ho Bihar ke lala’ blared speakers as Manoj Bajpayee came visiting HT’s office in New Delhi to meet the winners of the HT City Stars In The City contest. Actor Manoj Bajpayee at HT City Stars In The City. From remembering his college days, to getting candid about many other things, the veteran was in his element. Set to don the role of a crime journalist in Despatch, who gets into trouble as he probes a scam, Bajpayee revealed, “This character is only grey, it’s not a journalist who is a hero. I find heroes in ordinary people doing extraordinary things. We are all heroes of our own story.” Also read: EXCLUSIVE I Manoj Bajpayee reveals the first time he had a drink: ‘It happened in the barsati of Kamla Nagar, Delhi’ The conversation soon steered towards the four-time National Award winner completing 30 years of his career in 2024. Does he reflect on far he has come, considering it is currently his most prolific phase? “I have started feeling it now, since a …

Despatch movie review: Manoj Bajpayee’s thriller exists minus the thrills, works only because of him | Bollywood

Despatch movie review: Manoj Bajpayee’s thriller exists minus the thrills, works only because of him | Bollywood

Despatch movie review: One hears it has taken eight years for Kanu Behl’s directorial Despatch to see the light of day. That says a lot about the conviction the maker had in his product, much like the journalists the film talks about – fearless, resilient, passionate about their work. (Also Read – Manoj Bajpayee to work with Satya director Ram Gopal Verma again: ‘We are trying to figure out dates’) Despatch movie review: Manoj Bajpayee is the only thing that works But then if this film is also akin to the stories our fraternity chases – what’s new about this one? What sets Despatch apart from the other investigative dramas? Not many things, except its lead actor. What’s Despatch about? The story revolves around a crime journalist Joy (played by Manoj Bajpayee) who works at a newspaper called Despatch. The film begins with the focus on ‘digital first, print later’ philosophy which is taking over newsrooms, given the consumption of news on the move. He is looking for his next big exclusive. We are also …

Mismatched Season 3 to Despatch: Top Friday OTT releases (December 13) to watch on Netflix and more

Mismatched Season 3 to Despatch: Top Friday OTT releases (December 13) to watch on Netflix and more

Kartik Aaryan is currently basking in the success of his movie Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. The actor joined the franchise in 2022 with the sequel, which was also a blockbuster. Kartik has worked with several interesting filmmakers in recent times. However, along with his work, his personal life also becomes a big topic of discussion. Often, he is asked if he’s single or not. Kartik Aaryan on his dating life Well, good news for all Kartik Aaryan fans! Your favourite star is currently single, but he is open to finding love. The actor revealed how he is waiting to meet the right girl. In an interview with Times Network, the Dhamaka actor opened up about his dating life and expectations. Kartik Aaryan confirmed that he is single and pointed out how there has always been so much news about his relationships. The actor also shared his concern about reading the next thing about his relationship. Kartik is ready to meet the right girl and said that there’s no wrong girl in his life now. “It’s just …

Despatch Review: Manoj Bajpayee’s crime-thriller-drama is aspirational but dull treatment, incoherent story and unnecessary scenes bog it down

Despatch Review: Manoj Bajpayee’s crime-thriller-drama is aspirational but dull treatment, incoherent story and unnecessary scenes bog it down

Name: Despatch Director: Kanu Behl Cast: Manoj Bajpayee, Arrchita Agarwaal, Shahana Goswami Rating: 2.5/5 Plot Despatch follows Joy Bag (Manoj Bajpayee), a crime journalist working for a media company called Despatch. Joy is investigating a murder connected to a drug cartel, intending to uncover the operation. As he digs deeper, he stumbles upon a far larger and more dangerous story, that is the infamous 2G scam worth Rs 8000 crore. Despite numerous warnings, Joy presses forward with his investigation. Alongside his professional duties, Joy navigates a complicated personal life, juggling his marriage with Shweta (Shahana Goswami) and an extramarital affair with his media colleague Prerna (Arrchita Agarwal).  Will Joy be able to expose the 2G Scam or is the scam fatal enough to finish him completely? Watch Despatch to find out. What works for Despatch Despatch stands out for its aspirational and ambitious narrative. It shines in its portrayal of an ordinary person, like Joy, fighting a powerful system. The movie captures the spirit of fearless journalism and highlights how ordinary individuals can challenge high-stakes …

Mismatched season 3, Bandish Bandits season 2 and more: Top new OTT releases of this week (December 9 to December 15)

Mismatched season 3, Bandish Bandits season 2 and more: Top new OTT releases of this week (December 9 to December 15)

Bigg Boss season 18 is getting intense with each passing day and the contestants are trying their best to win hearts with their personality. Well, the latest episode of Bigg Boss 18 had Farah Khan as the host who pulled up everyone and reprimanded them for their mistakes. Farah also introduced a segment called Farah Ki Adalat wherein she confronted the contestants about what they were doing inside the house. Farah showed the contestants the footage of them making personal attacks on each other. Farah Khan slams Tajinder Bagga and Sara Arfeen Khan Farah Khan said, ‘Salman aapko bol ke thak gaya, don’t go personal, don’t get physical, don’t abuse but you all aren’t even listening. Bagga Paji, you were laughing when she was throwing water at Karan, Shrutika smirked, you like it? A lady is abusing everyone. Sara, are you proud of it? You are throwing water at Karan and Shilpa you are seeing it. You didn’t even get up to take a stand for your friend. At least Chum went and for your …

Manoj Bajpayee on doing intimate scenes in Despatch: `I was struggling to…`

Manoj Bajpayee on doing intimate scenes in Despatch: `I was struggling to…`

Can an actor be surprised by the possibilities of their own craft after a 100-film career? Manoj Bajpayee doubted it. That is, until he worked with director Kanu Behl on Despatch. “After a point, you stop knowing what all is buried in there. You need a passionate and visionary [filmmaker] like Kanu, who can see those aspects in you that you haven’t even thought about,” starts the actor. (Left) Manoj Bajpayee in the film Written by Behl and Ishani Banerjee, Despatch tells the story of a crime journalist who chases a high-stakes story even as his personal life is falling apart. Saying yes to the ZEE5 project came easy to Bajpayee as he trusted that the director, who helmed the acclaimed Titli (2015), would bring a novel approach to the thriller. “I knew Kanu would dwell on something else, even if the format is of a thriller. He’d walk into the dark areas of the character,” says the actor. His faith has paid off now as multiple screenings of the film have begun. “The way …