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Rang De Basanti team reunites for special screening as film celebrates 20 years; Soha Ali Khan says ‘few were missed’ as R Madhavan gives it a miss | Bollywood News

Rang De Basanti team reunites for special screening as film celebrates 20 years; Soha Ali Khan says ‘few were missed’ as R Madhavan gives it a miss | Bollywood News

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3 min readNew DelhiFeb 7, 2026 04:41 PM IST Without a doubt, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s Rang De Basanti is one of the most loved films to come out of Bollywood. Led by an ensemble cast, the story of a group of college students leading a revolution for change really struck a chord with the audiences. The film recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, and a special screening was organised to honour the people involved. Most of the cast attended the screening, including Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi, Siddharth, Kunal Kapoor, Atul Kulkarni, Soha Ali Khan. R Madhavan, Waheeda Rehman and Kirron Kher were not present at the event. The entire group wore matching hoodies that had been made just for the screening, and they posed together outside the theatre. Producers Ronnie Screwvala and Sidharth Roy Kapur were also present, along with director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra. ALSO READ: Rang De Basanti turns 20: Poet Prasoon Joshi once wrote anti-establishment anthems; is now the establishment himself Soha Ali Khan took to Instagram and posted a video of the cast …

‘Vegetarians are racist’: Kunal Kapoor’s remark triggers online backlash calling him ‘enititled’ and ‘dumb’

‘Vegetarians are racist’: Kunal Kapoor’s remark triggers online backlash calling him ‘enititled’ and ‘dumb’

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Actor and filmmaker Kunal Kapoor, son of the late Shashi Kapoor and uncle to Ranbir Kapoor, has found himself at the centre of a social media storm following controversial comments about vegetarianism. His remarks, made during a conversation on Pooja Bhatt’s podcast, have drawn sharp criticism, with many social media users calling them insensitive and entitled. Kunal Kapoor’s podcast comments labeling vegetarians as racist sparked a social media uproar, drawing both criticism and support. Kunal Kapoor called vegetarians ‘racist’ During the discussion, Kunal bluntly stated, “I think vegetarians are racist.” When Pooja Bhatt questioned him, laughing and asking, “So, I’m a racist?”. He doubled down, explaining that he feels excluded as a non-vegetarian. According to him, he serves both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food to his guests at home, but does not receive the same treatment when visiting vegetarian households, which he views as unfair. Reddit calls Kunal ‘entitled’ and ‘dumb’ Soon after stories from the podcast surfaced, Reddit users slammed Kunal for what they perceived as entitlement and a dismissive attitude toward others’ dietary beliefs. …

Shashi Kapoor, wife Jennifer woke up on their wedding night to find 2 strangers in the room, recalls son Kunal: ‘Prithviraj Kapoor’s home was a hostel’ | Bollywood News

Shashi Kapoor, wife Jennifer woke up on their wedding night to find 2 strangers in the room, recalls son Kunal: ‘Prithviraj Kapoor’s home was a hostel’ | Bollywood News

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Late legendary actor Shashi Kapoor’s son Kunal Kapoor recently recalled his memories of growing up around his grandfather Prithviraj Kapoor and how the iconic actor’s home functioned like a hostel for Partition refugees. He also shared anecdotes about how his father proposed to his mother, Jennifer Kendal, at a Kolkata hotel, which remained their favourite spot throughout their relationship. ‘Prithviraj Kapoor’s home was like a hostel’ Kunal spoke about his grandfather Prithviraj Kapoor’s generosity and revealed how he opened his home to Partition refugees, with many people sleeping in the corridors and even on the terrace. On one occasion, his newlywed mother was shocked to find strangers in her room. Speaking to Pooja Bhatt, Kunal said, “My grandfather‘s house was like a hostel where anybody could come and stay. My father had a separate room and on the night of his wedding, my mother was horrified because she saw two strangers sitting in the bedroom, having coffee and having a chat because that was the way the house was. They used to sleep on the …

‘Daddy’s not gonna get you a job’: Ranbir Kapoor’s cousin and Black Warrant star Zahan Kapoor breaks down nepotism

‘Daddy’s not gonna get you a job’: Ranbir Kapoor’s cousin and Black Warrant star Zahan Kapoor breaks down nepotism

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May 16, 2025 05:50 PM IST Shashi Kapoor’s grandson Zahan Kapoor, who rose to prominence with Black Warrant, gets candid about what nepotism is The Kapoor Khandaan is one of the oldest and most adored filmy families of Indian cinema. While Ranbir Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan are well-known names who have been a part of the industry for a pretty long time, in 2023 a new Kapoor entered Bollywood — their cousin Zahan Kapoor began his journey. Son of Kunal Kapoor and grandson of Shashi Kapoor, Zahan began his career as a theatre actor before making his Bollywood debut with the film Faraaz in 2023. But it was earlier this year that he rose to fame with his incredible performance as a Tihar jailer in Vikramaditya Motwane’s series Black Warrant. Today, Zahan is winning hearts with his take on nepotism. Ranbir Kapoor and Zahan Kapoor In a recent chat with Filmfare, Zahan Kapoor got candid and broke down the meaning of the word ‘nepotism’. The young actor shared, “What does nepotism mean? It’s an …

Jewel Thief: Kunal Kapoor on Saif Ali Khan-led film’s impact amid criticism; ’People have shown that…’

Jewel Thief: Kunal Kapoor on Saif Ali Khan-led film’s impact amid criticism; ’People have shown that…’

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Bollywood actor Kunal Kapoor recently made his much-awaited acting comeback with Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat’s Jewel Thief. However, the film received mixed reviews from audiences and critics. Now, he opened up on the film receiving criticism and shared that the film did what it was ‘supposed to do’, that is to entertain. In an interview with Hindustan Times, Kunal Kapoor opened up on the criticism the film received and admitted that one would want the film to ‘land 100%’. Calling it the most important thing, he shared that if people enjoy the films, it means they enjoy the work of the actor. The actor said, “Having said that, the reactions that I have gotten from people have shown that it did what it was supposed to do, which was entertain.” He further shared that Jewel Thief was made to be a fun film with twists and surprises to keep audiences hooked on the screen.  Kunal also admitted that it was never made to make people change their opinion about the world. “It was …

Kunal Kapoor defends his and Saif Ali Khan’s film Jewel Thief against criticism: ‘It was never supposed to be profound’ | Bollywood

Kunal Kapoor defends his and Saif Ali Khan’s film Jewel Thief against criticism: ‘It was never supposed to be profound’ | Bollywood

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May 13, 2025 06:47 AM IST Kunal Kapoor talks about his recent release, Jewel Thief, which also starred Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat. Actor Kunal Kapoor made his acting comeback with Netflix’s Jewel Thief. The heist film also starred Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat in lead roles. But the comeback did not land perfectly. While Kunal’s performance was praised, the film received mixed to negative reviews. In an interview with Hindustan Times, Kunal defends the film, saying it did end up doing what it was supposed to. (Also read: Saif Ali Khan says he ‘hated’ himself on first day of Jewel Thief shoot: ‘Sometimes I don’t know what I’m doing’) Kunal Kapoor worked alongside Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat in Jewel Thief. Kunal Kapoor on Jewel Thief Talking about what drew him to Jewel Thief, Kunal says, “It was multiple things starting with a chance to do something I haven’t done before. That’s the most important thing for an actor. My belief is that sometimes a smaller part can make more of …

Kunal Kapoor feared being ‘out of sight, out of mind’ after refusing several films: ‘I learnt visibility trumps talent’ | Bollywood

Kunal Kapoor feared being ‘out of sight, out of mind’ after refusing several films: ‘I learnt visibility trumps talent’ | Bollywood

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Jewel Thief, the new Netflix film that starred Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat, marked Kunal Kapoor‘s return to the big screen as well. This was the actor’s first film in four years. In an interview with HT after the film’s release, Kunal opened up about his journey so far and how the time away from the big screen was. Kunal Kapoor talks about his career and the four-year-break before Jewel Thief. Kunal Kapoor on his break from the big screen Talking about not being on screen for four years, Kunal says, “It’s been difficult. I have had to let go of a lot of work. People often ask me ‘why are you not seen enough’, or ‘are you afraid that out of sight is out of mind’. Honestly, it is a fear when you are letting go of work that you might not be on top of the mind of filmmakers if you are not seen enough. But, at the same time, I didn’t want to do the same kind of work that I …

Mother’s Day | Chefs Sanjeev Kapoor, Ranveer Brar, Garima Arora and Kunal Kapur on tips from their moms

Mother’s Day | Chefs Sanjeev Kapoor, Ranveer Brar, Garima Arora and Kunal Kapur on tips from their moms

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May 11, 2025 10:30 AM IST On Mother’s Day today, leading chefs Sanjeev Kapoor, Ranveer Brar, Garima Arora and Kunal Kapur share some tips from their mums that come in handy even now Chef Sanjeev Kapoor Chefs Sanjeev Kapoor, Ranveer Brar, Garima Arora and Kunal Kapur with their moms Chef Sanjeev Kapoor with mum Urmil Kapoor A mummy ka nuskha that I’ve imbibed since childhood was rolling a lemon before cutting it to get more juice. Later, I understood that it breaks down membranes and increases juice extraction. Also, I remember mummy saying hing add kar do daal mein warna pet phool jaayega. It’s true as hing reduces bloating and aids digestion. For bhindi, she always said, ‘Kapde se saaf karo, paani mat daalna’, as they become slimy and lose texture. Also, I often heard from her, ‘Garama-garam roti ko kapde mein lapet do’, as the cloth absorbs steam and prevents sogginess or drying out. Such golden tips. They continue to come in handy. Chef Ranveer Brar Chef Ranveer Brar with mother Surinder Kaur Humari …

Kunal Kapoor, close relative of the Bachchans, reveals their home is ‘like any other household’ | Bollywood

Kunal Kapoor, close relative of the Bachchans, reveals their home is ‘like any other household’ | Bollywood

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May 08, 2025 05:20 PM IST Kunal Kapoor, who is married to Naina Bachchan, shared that the Bachchan family is no different from any other regular Indian family. The Bachchans are one of the most influential names in Bollywood. Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan stays with his family in Juhu, Mumbai, and his house is named Jalsa. Several fans flock to catch a glimpse of the veteran star outside his residence every Sunday. Kunal Kapoor commented on how the Bachchan family is just like another regular family. But behind all the glitz and glamour, how is the Bachchan household from inside? Actor Kunal Kapoor, who is married to Naina Bachchan, Amitabh Bachchan’s niece and the daughter of his younger brother Ajitabh Bachchan, has a response to all the fans who are curious to know more. (Also read: ‘I don’t need Amitabh Bachchan or Shah Rukh Khan, will create my own film star’: Shekhar Kapur’s big statement on AI) What Kunal Kapoor said about Bachchan family Speaking to News18, Kunal said that the Bachchan family is not …

Kunal Kapoor says Bachchan household is like ‘any other household’: ‘It’s not very different from…’ | Bollywood News

Kunal Kapoor says Bachchan household is like ‘any other household’: ‘It’s not very different from…’ | Bollywood News

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Actor Kunal Kapoor, who is married to Naina Bachchan, Amitabh Bachchan’s niece and the daughter of his younger brother Ajitabh Bachchan, recently shared a glimpse into life inside the Bachchan household. In a conversation with News18 Showsha, Kunal revealed that the Bachchan household is quite ordinary, much like any other Indian family. “Well, it’s like any other household, honestly. It’s not very different from any other household.” Also Read | Amitabh Bachchan opens up on his relationship with younger brother Ajitabh, frequent visits to hospital: ‘I came out healthy’ Story continues below this ad Kunal Kapoor and Naina Bachchan tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in Seychelles in 2015. The couple welcomed their son in January 2022. In an old interview, Ajitabh Bachchan’s wife Ramola Bachchan had revealed that she and Amitabh were in the same friends circle and he introduced her to Ajitabh. Talking to Rediff in 2002, she said, “My friendship with Amitabh goes back to before he or I got married and even before I met Ajitabh. Amitabh was working in …