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Karan Johar reveals Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna is being adapted into a web series

Karan Johar reveals Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna is being adapted into a web series

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Karan Johar’s Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna is widely considered as one of the most daring and bold films by him. The 2006 film confronted the theme of infidelity head-on within mainstream commercial cinema, supported by a star cast of Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan and Preity Zinta. Upon release, the film opened to a mixed response from both critics and audiences. Now, Karan has revealed that he is adapting the controversial film into a web series two decades later. Karan Johar reveals Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna is being made into a long-form series While speaking at The Week, Karan revealed that he is now adapting Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna into a long-form series. He revealed, “We’re actually adapting it into a long-form series. The root of that film, it was, of course, released in 2006 to very polarised responses. I had many people come up to me and ask me whether I was unwell after that film, because they said, ‘How can you endorse infidelity?’ And I was like, ‘How can …

‘Abhishek Bachchan broke down, Preity Zinta got personal’: KJo reveals what happened on Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna set

‘Abhishek Bachchan broke down, Preity Zinta got personal’: KJo reveals what happened on Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna set

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Karan Johar’s 2006 film Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna received mixed reviews from the audience on release, but it went on to become a cult classic. This was because the musical romantic drama, which explored themes of marital infidelity, emotional dissatisfaction and dysfunctional relationships was way ahead of its time. It followed the story of Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji’s characters, who begin an extramarital affair after years of unhappy marriages with their respective onscreen spouses, played by Preity Zinta and Abhishek Bachchan. Well, in a new interview, KJo has revealed how the emotional turmoil we witnessed onscreen affected the actors behind the scenes. Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta in KANK During a recent event with Rani Mukerji, Karan Johar shared how difficult it was for Preity Zinta to understand why Shah Rukh Khan’s character cheated in Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. KJo remembered, “She was getting very personal… I had taken her aside, and we went for a walk. I said, ‘It’s not Preity Zinta. This is Rhea. It’s happening …

International Men’s Day 2024: 5 films on Netflix that challenge stereotypes and redefine masculinity

International Men’s Day 2024: 5 films on Netflix that challenge stereotypes and redefine masculinity

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This International Men’s Day, it’s time to celebrate not just the traditional ideals of masculinity, but the modern men who challenge stereotypes and defy expectations. Gone are the days when men were confined to rigid roles – today’s films portray them in more complex, compassionate, and evolving ways.  From nurturing fathers to men who embrace roles traditionally seen as women’s, these five Netflix films break boundaries and redefine what it means to be a man. Let’s take a look at these thought-provoking films that are shaping the new narrative of masculinity. International Men’s Day 2024: 5 films on Netflix showcasing new facets of men  1. Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna – Shah Rukh Khan (Dev Saran) In Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, Shah Rukh Khan’s character, Dev Saran, challenges traditional masculine norms. Dev’s life is turned upside down after an injury that leaves him unable to work, and his wife becomes the breadwinner of the household. This role reversal breaks the stereotype that men are always the financial providers. Dev’s emotional struggles and his search for fulfillment …

11 protagonists that are grey-shade characters yet they qualify to be a ‘Rockstar’

11 protagonists that are grey-shade characters yet they qualify to be a ‘Rockstar’

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It is indeed beautiful and interesting how Hindi films have not always retorted to paint a perfect image of their characters. Just like us all, we’ve seen several characters have a good and a bad side to them. Their imperfections and gray shades make them ever-so-iconic and most remembered. Here’s a list of some protagonists who won us over despite exhibiting gray-shade traits.   11 protagonists with gray-shade characters who made us embrace their imperfections   1. Ranvijay Singh-Animal   Led by Ranbir Kapoor and Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s directorial, Animal has to top the list. It was the beauty of the film that led the negative qualities of its protagonist to shine in the film through the brooding and intense persona. While it was Ranvijay’s love for his father, he ended up putting a gun-blazing show run at his place. He has conflicts with his own family members and despite being married; he didn’t mind sleeping with another woman just to test her honesty.   2. Badru- Darlings   The dark-comedy film, Darlings led by …

Pakistani actor claims Shah Rukh Khan copied his role in Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, ‘Karan Johar ko…’

Pakistani actor claims Shah Rukh Khan copied his role in Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, ‘Karan Johar ko…’

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Shah Rukh Khan has played many iconic roles in many iconic movies. One such iconic movie is Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. Directed by Karan Johar, the movie starred biggest names from the industry. Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan, Preity Zinta and Amitabh Bachchan played pivotal roles in this multi-starrer. The movie was a massive hit at the box office with its music too grabbing it attention. Years after its release, a Pakistani actor has now claimed that Shah Rukh Khan copied his role in the film. Also Read – Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 vs Singham Again: Delhi-UP choose Kartik Aaryan over Ajay Devgn? Was Shah Rukh Khan’s role in Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna a copy? Veteran Pakistani actor Tauqeer Nasir in his latest interview has made big claims about Shah Rukh Khan‘s character in Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. In an YouTube channel Zabardast With Wasi Shah, Tauqeer Nasir stated that Shah Rukh Khan copied his character from Parvaaz drama and he appreciates it. However, the actor stated that he should have received due credit …

6 best movies on Netflix that explore extra-marital affairs

6 best movies on Netflix that explore extra-marital affairs

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Bollywood films haven’t always focused solely on love stories or action sequences. Throughout the years, a few movie directors have tried to depict infidelity in a genuine and realistic manner. We have compiled a selection of Bollywood films focused on extramarital relationships that can be viewed on Netflix. While only a few filmmakers have delicately tackled the theme, acknowledging its sensitivity, the admirable aspect of these movies is that they never idealize their characters or justify their mistakes with external factors. These movies showcase their content and typically allow the viewers to formulate their own opinions on the morally ambiguous characters. 6 best movies on Netflix addressing the subject of infidelity   1. Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna     Karan Johar’s movie Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna over the years has attained the status of an iconic film dealing with the topic of extramarital relationships. Even though the film faced harsh criticism, it was a bold choice made by the director. It tells the tale of two pairs of individuals who fall apart in their unhappy …

Rani Mukerji says Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna made her marry for the right reason: ‘It was an eye opener for young girls’ | Bollywood

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Rani Mukerji had one of her most polarising roles in Karan Johar’s 2006 romantic drama Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. She played Maya, an unhappy wife who falls for a married man, leading to her divorce. However, in an interview with Galatta India now, the actor has confessed that it’s one of her favourite films and it also helped her marry right in real life. (Also Read – Rani Mukerji says it’s ‘traumatic’ she can’t give a sibling to daughter Adira: ‘I tried for a second baby for 7 years’) Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji in a still from Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. What Rani Mukerji said “There are many women who don’t open up in their marriages for a long time. The years pass and they become old and they are like ‘Why didn’t we be honest to ourselves?’ But it’s too late for that. So as a young girl at that point of time when I did KANK, it also helped me to take a decision for my marriage that I need to …

KJo on Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna: If I could make it again, I will correct it | Bollywood

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Karan Johar has said that if he could remake Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna one day, he would like to correct it. He told The Week in an interview that he tried to bring commercial elements like big song sets and stars to the film which actually was based on an intimate subject. The film stars Shah Rukh Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Rani Mukherji and Preity Zinta among the lead cast. It didn’t impress the critics and was called out for endorsing infidelity. Also read: Tota Roy Chowdhury interview: People will always misunderstand Karan Johar Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji in a still from Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. Karan wants to correct KANK On being asked if he feels that he should have produced a film differently, Karan said, “It is a tough question because I will hurt the person who made it. There are films that were emotional decisions. The only film I wish we had packaged differently was Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. I tried to bring commercial elements like big song sets and massive …

Here’s why Karan Johar had ‘big fight’ with Aditya Chopra over sex scene in KANK | Bollywood

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Filmmaker Karan Johar has revealed that he had a big fight with producer Aditya Chopra over a sex scene in the 2006 film Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. While Aditya had a feeling that ‘India will not accept it’, Karan was of the view that there cannot be a relationship without sex. In a new interview, Karan confessed that maybe Aditya was right and the audience would have received the film in a better way had they not gone ahead with the scene. Also read: John Abraham had called Karan Johar ‘clannish’, before Kangana Ranaut labelled him ‘flag-bearer of nepotism’ on KWK Directed by Karan Johar, Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna had Rani Mukerji cast opposite Abhishek Bachchan. The film explored adultery with Rani falling for Shah Rukh Khan and the two also had an intimate scene in the film. On being asked about that particular scene, Karan said during his appearance on Anupama Chopra’s All About Movies podcast, “I was shooting that sequence, and I was at this big location that was snowed out, and Adi …