All posts tagged: Meghna Gulzar

Vicky Kaushal Addresses Animal-Sam Bahadur Box Office Clash For The First Time: ‘Knew It Was A Test Match’

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Interestingly, Vicky Kaushal’s Sam Bahadur clashed with Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal at the box office in December 2023. (Photos: Instagram) Vicky Kaushal opened up about the epic box office clash between Animal and his film Sam Bahadur last year. In the realm of Bollywood, where star power and prestige projects often intersect, the box office clash between Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Animal’ and Vicky Kaushal’s ‘Sam Bahadur’ had been particularly notable. These two widely anticipated films, representing not just a significant moment for their respective lead actors but also for the industry at large, were set to compete directly on the big screen, highlighting the often competitive nature of film scheduling in the bustling Indian movie market. While Animal minted Rs 917 crores, Sam Bahadur managed to collect Rs 128 crores at the box office. Now Vicky Kaushal for the first time, reacted to the epic clash, sharing that he knew it was a ‘test match’. During an interview with The Week Magazine, Vicky Kaushal explained, “With Sam, we always knew it was a Test match; we knew …

Meghna Gulzar: ‘Wanted to show Sam Manekshaw’s story in comprehensible manner’ | Bollywood

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Sam Bahadur, which reunited director Meghna Gulzar and actor Vicky Kaushal after Raazi, opened to strong word of mouth as it released on December 1. The biopic on India’s first Field Marshal, Sam Manekshaw, covering four decades of his fascinating story, was not an easy task to envisage on screen. (Also read: Vicky Kaushal thought he was ‘not handsome enough’ to play Sam Manekshaw in Sam Bahadur) Meghna Gulzar and Vicky Kaushal during the shoot of Sam Bahadur. In this exclusive interview with Hindustan Times, director Meghna Gulzar went into detail about researching Sam Manekshaw’s life, making sure all the details felt authentic in the narrative, and why it’s the story that matters the most to her as a filmmaker. Sam Bahadur will stream on ZEE5 from January 26. Stay tuned for all the latest updates on Ram Mandir! Click here Congratulations on Sam Bahadur. We want to begin by asking you about your interest in this particular real life story, and how you first talked about it during the making of Raazi. Tell us …

Vicky Kaushal’s “Birthday Dance” Post For Meghna Gulzar Is Adorable

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Vicky Kaushal shared this image. (courtesy: Vicky Kaushal) New Delhi: Vicky Kaushal wished his Sam Bahadur director Meghna Gulzar happy birthday Sam Bahadur style. The actor, soaring high with Sam Bahadur, shared a BTS video from the film sets. In the video, we can see, Vicky practising ball dance with the director. They can also be seen hugging each other during the shot. For context, Vicky (Sam Manekshaw) dances with his wife Sanya Malhotra (Silloo Manekshaw)  in the film. Vicky wrote an adorable note for Meghna Gulzar. It read, “Here’s a little birthday dance with you Meghna… wish I could do it in person today! Everyday on set I’d try to be the most hard working person and everyday you’d beat me and everybody else to it. Will keep trying though… Happy Happy Birthday Sweetie… may you always keep inspiring people around you to give their absolute best!” Take a look at the post here: Katrina Kaif also gave a shout out to Vicky’s performance in the film. She wrote in an Instagram post,  “Maghna Gulzar, such a poetic …

Vicky Kaushal’s Film Continues Its Steady Run

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Vicky Kaushal in a still from the film. (courtesy: VickyKaushal) New Delhi: Vicky Kaushal’s Sam Bahadur is seeing a steady run at the domestic box office. On day 7, the film minted ₹3.05 crore, taking its total collection to ₹38.85 crore at the Indian box office, as per Sacnilk. Sam Bahadur’s business on its first Thursday, witnessed a slight dip compared to its collection on Wednesday, when it made ₹3.30 crores. The Meghna Gulzar film is based on the life of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw. Apart from Vicky Kaushal, the film also stars Sanya Malhotra, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub and Neeraj Kabi in pivotal roles. The movie hit the theatres on December 1, clashing with Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal and made ₹6.25 crore on its first day of release.  Speaking about this box-office face-off, trade analyst and film critic Taran Adarsh claimed that a “solo release would have benefited” Sam Bahadur. Sharing a post on X (formerly Twitter), he wrote, “Sam Bahadur stands on its feet, despite a hurricane called Animal… Riding on glowing word of mouth, the day-wise growth – mainly …

Vicky Kaushal’s Film Remains Steady On Tuesday

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Vicky Kaushal posted this picture. (courtesy: vickykaushal09) Sam Bahadur, the biopic based on the life of India’s first Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, is recording steady numbers at the box office. In line with its first Monday earnings of ₹3.50 crore, the Vicky Kaushal film has made ₹3.50 crore on its first Tuesday as well, Sacnilk reported. The Meghna Gulzar directorial has finally managed to cross the ₹30 crore mark on the fifth day of its release, with the total now standing at ₹ 32.55 crore. Sam Bahadur went head-to-head with Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal at the box office on December 1. Sam Bahadur, which also stars Sanya Malhotra, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub and Neeraj Kabi in important roles, has received widespread critical acclaim. In a post on X [formerly Twitter], Bollywood trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared that the film had managed to pass the Monday test by remaining steady at the box office. He wrote, “#SamBahadur is steady on the crucial Monday… Performing best at select metros mainly… Fri 6.25 cr, Sat 9 cr, …

Vicky Kaushal Shares Pic With “Most Bahadur Of All”

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Image instagrammed by Vicky Kaushal. (Courtesy: VickyKaushal) New Delhi: Vicky Kaushal’s upcoming project Sam Bahaduris one of the most awaited films of the year. The biopic on India’s first field marshal, Sam Manekshaw, has been directed by Meghna Gulzar. With just weeks left for the release of the film, Vicky Kaushal has dropped an adorable image with the captain of the proverbial ship – Meghna Gulzar. In the caption, he wrote, “The most bahadur [brave] of us all. MG!” and added a heart emoji. He also shared that the photo was clicked by Fatima Sana Shaikh, who plays the role of former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, in the film. Replying to the post, Meghna Gulzar wrote, “Team Sam Bahadur mera kavach!” [ Team Sam Bahadur my armour].” Earlier, Meghna and Vicky had worked together in Raazi. Sanya Malhotra, who plays Silloo Manekshaw, Sam Manekshaw’s wife in the film also dropped a bunch of heart-eye emoticons. Director Farah Khan also responded with heart emojis, as did Fatima Sana Shaikh. As part of the film’s promotions, Vicky Kaushal travelled …

When Vicky Kaushal Was Trained By The 7 Sikh Regiment During Uri

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Vicky shared this image. (Courtesy: VickyKaushal) New Delhi: Please don’t disturb Vicky Kaushal. He is super busy with the promotional campaign of Sam Bahadur. Now, the actor has shared a set of videos and pictures from his trip to Delhi for the trailer launch event of Sam Bahadur. It was released on November 7. Vicky Kaushal said that he received “a warm welcome by the 6 Sikh Regiment during his trip”. The actor also participated in a few drills with the officials. From the fire drills to crawling under low barbed wire, the actor does it all with utmost ease. Sharing the Instagram post, Vicky Kaushal wrote, “Must say I got a ‘warm’ welcome by the 6 Sikh Regiment this time during my trip to Delhi for  Sam Bahadur Trailer launch! In 2018, before we started filming Uri, I was trained by the 7 Sikh Regiment. Unki obstacle training drills ki yaadein taaza ho gayi…Always feels great to get a pat on your back by the real heroes!” Replying to the post,  Tiger Shroff dropped …

Vicky is filled with gratitude after completing Sam Bahadur | Bollywood

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On Tuesday, Vicky Kaushal shared that he had wrapped filming on Meghna Gulzar’s Sam Bahadur. The biopic will be released later this year on December 1, 2023. The actor took to Instagram to share a photograph of himself in character with Meghna and wrote that he was filled with gratitude after completing the film. (Also read: Sam Bahadur teaser: Vicky Kaushal’s Sam Manekshaw gets a hero’s welcome. Watch) Taking to Instagram, the actor wrote, “Gratitude gratitude and only gratitude… to be a part of this process to depict the life of a true legend, to be a part of this team which truly gave it their all. So much I got to live, so much I got to learn… so much there is to bring to you all. To Meghna, Ronnie, my brilliant coactors, the incredible Team… to the Manekshaw Family, to the Indian Army and to the man, FM Sam H. F. J. Manekshaw, himself… Thank You! (red heart emoji) IT’s A FILM WRAP ON #SAMबहादुर !!! See you all in cinemas on 1st …

On Army Day, Vicky Kaushal Is Shooting Sam Badhadur With Indian Army. See Post

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Vicky Kaushal shared this picture. (courtesy: vickykaushal09) Vicky Kaushal has shared an update from the sets of his upcoming filmSam Bahadur. The film is directed by Meghna Gulzar. Vicky will play the titular role in the film, which is a biopic based on the life and times of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw. Sanya Malhotra and Fatima Sana Shaikh are also part of the film.  Sanya to portray Silloo Manekshaw, Field Marshal Sam Bahadur’s wife. Fatima Sana Shaikh will be seen as former India Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Vicky has shared a picture with team Sam Bahadur and wrote, “ Shooting on #ArmyDay with the Army. Warmest wishes on the 75th Army Day to All Ranks from Team Sam Bahadur.” Before this, Vicky Kaushal updated us about the shoot location. The film, which went on floors in August last year, has been shot in nine cities and how the crew has reached “city number 10”. Along with a selfie clicked inside an aircraft, the actor wrote, “Touchdown city no.10… Time to meet Sam again.” Now, look at …

Vicky Kaushal Is Touching Down In “City No 10” For Sam Bahadur

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Vicky Kaushal shared this picture. (courtesy: vickykaushal09) Vicky Kaushal, who was last seen in Govinda Naam Mera, is back at work. The actor, on Thursday, shared an update on his work-in-progress film Sam Bahadur. The Meghna Gulzar directorial went on floors in August last year. Till now, it has been shot in nine cities and the crew touched down at “city number 10” today. Vicky Kaushal updated his Instagram timeline with a selfie that appears to be from a flight. He is seen wearing a pastel-shade sweatshirt, a black cap and a pair of shades. “Touchdown city no.10… Time to meet Sam again! Sam Bahadur,” the actor wrote in the caption. FYI, Sam Bahadur is the biopic of the late Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw. It also stars Sanya Malhotra and Fatima Sana Shaikh.  See Vicky Kaushal’s post here:   Sam Bahadur stars Vicky Kaushal in the titular role. Recently, he shared a photo of himself with the statue of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw. “Sam,” he captioned the picture and added a house and a red …