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Aamir Khan finds his dream project ‘Mahabharata’ too scary, ‘Don’t know if it will happen…’

Aamir Khan finds his dream project ‘Mahabharata’ too scary, ‘Don’t know if it will happen…’

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Bollywood perfectionist Aamir Khan is busy promoting his production, Laapataa Ladies as the film has become India’s official entry to Oscars 2025. During an interview with BBC News, the handsome actor of Bollywood spoke his heart out producing more movies and promoting new talent. He also spoke about his dream project, Mahabharata. Also Read – ‘Tu baat toh karegi…’, What Aamir Khan told Kareena Kapoor Khan after the failure of Laal Singh Chaddha will break your heart Aamir Khan on Mahabharata, his dream project Aamir Khan said, ‘I really want to produce a lot more films and allow young talent. I’ll continue acting. I usually do 1 film in 2-3 years as an actor but in the next decade or so, I am hoping to do one film a year. I hope to produce a lot more films with the stories that I love’. Also Read – ‘It will happen…’, Aamir Khan hints at doing a film with Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan He further added saying, ‘Well, that’s my dream project and it’s …

Aamir Khan `scared` of getting his dream project Mahabharata wrong

Aamir Khan `scared` of getting his dream project Mahabharata wrong

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Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, who is back at the movies after announcing he’s quit films following the Laal Singh Chaddha debacle has now shared an update on his ambitious mythological project Mahabharata. Aamir revealed that as much as he’d love to see it go on floors, he is equally scared of getting it wrong.  Aamir Khan ‘scared’ of getting Mahabharata wrong  In an interview with the BBC, Aamir Khan shared, `Well, that’s my dream project and it’s a very scary project. So huge and I am scared of getting it wrong. It’s a huge responsibility because as Indians, it’s something so close to us, it’s in our blood. So I want to get it right. I want to make every Indian proud. I also want to show the world what India has. I don’t know if it will happen, but it’s something I want to work towards. So let’s see.`” Aamir Khan wraps up Sitaare Zameen Par shoot Aamir Khan announced that Sitaare Zameen Par, which was to originally be released this December, was being …

Aamir Khan reveals he is ‘scared’ to make his dream project on Mahabharata; ‘I don’t know if it…’

Aamir Khan reveals he is ‘scared’ to make his dream project on Mahabharata; ‘I don’t know if it…’

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Aamir Khan is also known as Mr. Perfectionist due to his unwavering passion for films and attention to detail, that is an important reason why fans are always excited about his future projects. Recently, the actor opened up about his dream project, an adaptation on Mahabharata, and revealed that he is scared he might get the important project wrong. Although he isn’t sure if he will get to work on it, he hopes can make the project come to life one day. Recently, Aamir Khan sat down for an interview with BBC News and discussed the Oscar campaign for his film Laapataa Ladies. In addition, he shared an update about his ambitious project. In his previous media interactions, Khan has often expressed his desire to work on his dream project, a film or series adaptation of the epic Mahabharata. But, he admitted that the idea is both exciting and scary for him.  He said, “Well, that’s my dream project, and it’s a very scary project. So huge and I am scared of getting it wrong. It’s …

Aamir Khan talks about dream project Mahabharata, calls it very scary: ‘I don’t know if it will happen, but…’ | Bollywood

Aamir Khan talks about dream project Mahabharata, calls it very scary: ‘I don’t know if it will happen, but…’ | Bollywood

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Dec 16, 2024 03:26 PM IST Aamir Khan hopes to do one film a year and reveals why he is scared to make his dream project, Mahabharata. Aamir Khan is currently busy promoting his production, Laapataa Ladies as it became India’s official entry to Oscars 2025. In an interview with BBC News, the actor talked about producing more films, promoting new talent, and his dream project, Mahabharata. Aamir Khan talks about his dream project Mahabharata. (Also Read: Aamir Khan disagrees with Shah Rukh Khan on why Indian films aren’t nominated for Oscars: ‘It depends on how good your…’) Aamir Khan on doing one film a year When asked about what’s next for him in the coming years, Aamir Khan said, “I really want to produce a lot more films and give an opportunity to young talent. I’ll continue acting. I usually do 1 film in 2-3 years as an actor but in the next decade or so, I am hoping to do one film a year. I hope to produce a lot more films with …

Rajinikanth, Mani Ratnam to reportedly reunite after 33 years; know about their last film based on the Mahabharata

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It took 36 years for actor Kamal Haasan and director Mani Ratnam to reunite again for Thug Life after their 1987 hit Nayakan. And if reports are to be believed, the director is set to reunite with Rajinikanth also after 33 years. Know all about their last film together based on the Mahabharata. (Also Read: Lokesh Kanagaraj denies Rajinikanth’s ill health had anything to do with Coolie’s shoot) Rajinikanth worked with Mani Ratnam in 1991 for their hit film Thalapathi. Rajinikanth, Mani Ratnam’s Thalapathi SIIMA reported that Mani and Rajinikanth are all set to reunite again after 33 years. They also claimed that an official announcement will be made on Rajinikanth’s birthday on December 12. While fans reacted ‘hoping that it’s true’, an official announcement is yet to be made. For the unversed, Rajinikanth and Mani worked only once previously for the 1991 hit film Thalapathi. The gangster drama film also starred Mammootty, Arvind Swami, Jaishankar, Amrish Puri, Srividya, Bhanupriya, Shobana and Geetha. It tells the story of a courageous slum dweller who befriends a …

Kalki 2898 AD: 7 Mahabharata characters in Nag Ashwin`s mythological sci-fi

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Kalki 2898 AD is impressing the audience with its massive scale and epic storyline. The Nag Ashwin directorial has managed to surpass Rs 200 crores in box office collections in just three days in India. The film, which stars Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, and Kamal Haasan in the lead roles, has been gaining love from the audience across the country. Viewers are loving how Nag Ashwin has managed to blend Indian mythology with sci-fi in this dystopian film. The film is based on the legend of Kalki, as mentioned in the end of Mahabharat. Kalki is the 10th avatar of Lord Vishnu, who is supposed to appear in the end of Kali Yuga, to restore dharma. The film references Mahabharat repeatedly, recreating scenes from the epic battle between Kauravas and Pandavas which add to the intriguing storyline.  Here are 7 characters from Mahabharat that Nag Ashwin has included in his sci-fi thriller: Amitabh Bachchan- Ashwatthama The obvious one, Amitabh Bachchan, is seen playing Ashwatthama. In Mahabharat, he was said to be cursed by Lord …

Kalki 2898 AD: Ashwatthama to Ved Vyas, 7 Mahabharata characters that you might find in Prabhas’ dystopian epic | Bollywood

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Nag Ashwin‘s Kalki 2898 AD blends futuristic age with mythology. The dystopian science-fiction action-thriller is inspired by the Mahabharata and the Kalki Purana, written by sage Ved Vyas and sage Agastya respectively. The trailer showcases Amitabh Bachchan as the immortal warrior Ashwatthama. Here’s a glimpse at the other characters from the Mahabharata who are linked to the Prabhas and Deepika Padukone-starrer post-apocalyptic magnum opus. (Also read: Kamal Haasan reveals the reason why he took a year to sign Kalki 2898 AD) Nag Ashwin’s Kalki 2898 AD has many references from Mahabharata. Ashwatthama Ashwatthama was cursed by Lord Krishna for using the Brahmastra, a powerful weapon, against Abhimanyu’s wife Uttara, causing the death of her unborn child. As a lifelong punishment for mistakenly killing the sons of the Pandavas, he was cursed to live a tortured life. In the movie, it is portrayed as Ashwatthama’s redemption when he defends a pregnant Deepika, who is expected to give birth to the chosen one, believed to be the 10th incarnation of Lord Vishnu, known as Lord Kalki, according …

Amitabh Bachchan plays Ashwatthama in Kalki 2898 AD: What is the Mahabharata legend, the gem on his forehead? | Bollywood

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Amitabh Bachchan is all over the internet this morning after his digitally de-aged look from Kalki 2898 AD was revealed. The actor plays the immortal Ashwatthama, an important figure from Ved Vyas’ Hindu epic Mahabharata, in the film. While the story of the film is loosely inspired from the epic and takes a sci-fi fantasy approach, Amitabh’s character surely has more than a few connections to the legend. (Also read: Kalki 2898 AD: The internet can’t get over Amitabh Bachchan’s de-aged look as Ashwatthama) (Left) Amitabh Bachchan imagines as Ashwatthama by an AI software; Amitabh Bachchan digitally de-aged as Ashwatthama in Kalki 2898 AD. The character teaser released on Sunday shows a young Amitabh as Ashwatthama, battered and bruised, with a shiny gemstone on his forehead. A child asks him, “Kya tum bhagwan ho, kya tum marr nahi sakte? Tum Bhagwan ho? Kaun ho Tum (Are you God? Why can’t you die? Who are you?)” He replies, “Dwapar yug se Dash avatar ki pratiksha kar raha hoon main, Dronacharya ka putra Ashwatthama (I have been …

Shahid Kapoor To Star In Ashwatthama-The Saga Continues, Will Play A Mythological Hero For The 1st Time

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Shahid Kapoor to play a mythological hero. Shahid Kapoor’s Ashwatthama – The Saga Continues gets confirmed. Shahid Kapoor, who was last seen in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, is all set to star in a mythological drama. It was earlier reported that Shahid has teamed up with Vashu Bhagnani for his next film and this will be the first time that he will play a mythological hero. Now, the makers have finally confirmed the project at Amazon Prime’s event today. The film, titled Ashwatthama – The Saga Continues, delves into the legend of the immortal warrior Ashwatthama from the Mahabharata, who is believed to walk among us even today. Set in the present era, marked by rapid technological advancements and humanity’s remarkable capabilities, Ashwatthama confronts the challenges of modernity, facing off against formidable adversaries in a high-octane, action-packed narrative. As the mystery of a legendary figure thrust into the chaos of the present day unravels, the film explores the inner psyche of an immortal being, revealing how he perceives the world he has witnessed …

Why the Ramayana and the Mahabharata still inspire filmmakers | Bollywood

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One of the most talked about films in the last few months is director Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana which will be released in three parts. Touted to be a magnum opus starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravan, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Vijay Sethupathi as Vibhishan and Naveen Polishetty as Laxman, the movie sees a combination of stars from across Indian film industries. While there has been no official confirmation on any of this, director Nitesh Tiwari has been extremely confident about this project since Adipurush failed at the box office. And now that the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya also has been consecrated and opened, the momentum and focus on Lord Ram and the Ramayana has grown multi-fold. Adipurush, based on Ramayana, was released last year, How the epics inspire The Ramayana and Mahabharata are two renowned epics in India that have inspired filmmakers for decades. While Nitesh Tiwari may be the latest filmmaker to make a film on the Ramayana, the first film on Lord Ram was Lanka Dahan …