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Exclusive! Meghna Gulzar wrote a nasty message to me after Raazi shoot: Harinder Sikka

Exclusive! Meghna Gulzar wrote a nasty message to me after Raazi shoot: Harinder Sikka

Author Harinder Singh Sikka, whose espionage book Calling Sehmat was adapted into the 2018 film Raazi, insisted in a post on X on Saturday that choosing Meghna Gulzar to direct the film was his “gravest misjudgement”. Harinder Sikka, Alia Bhatt in Raazi Speaking to us, Sikka says he has been raising the issue for a while and is bringing it up again in light of the buzz around the spy franchise Dhurandhar. “I wasn’t willing to sell the rights of the book but agreed because of a promise to (poet-filmmaker and Meghna’s father) Gulzar,” he shares, adding, “My problem is that she removed the tricolour from the movie, while the Pakistani flag was flaunted. Even the Pakistani army was shown in a soft light. While in the book the protagonist was welcomed with (the Indian national anthem) Jana Gana Mana when she returned to India, all that was missing in the film. The climax was made to show that Sehmat made a mistake by fighting for India, which harmed the cause of Kashmiris.” Recalling his …

Amid Dhurandhar success, Calling Sehmat author regrets appointing Meghna Gulzar for Raazi: ‘She twisted the story…’

Amid Dhurandhar success, Calling Sehmat author regrets appointing Meghna Gulzar for Raazi: ‘She twisted the story…’

Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar and sequel Dhurandhar The Revenge have emerged as two of the biggest films of the year. But it has also been in the news lately for a viral debate — some fans are praising Dhurandhar for deep-rooted patriotism, while others are calling it a propaganda film. Well, amid the success of Aditya’s Dhurandhar The Revenge, author Harinder Singh Sikka, who wrote Calling Sehmat, expressed regret over ‘appointing’ Meghna Gulzar as the director of his novel’s film adaptation, Raazi (2018). Starring Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal in the lead, Raazi garnered critical acclaim and became one of the highest-grossing Indian films featuring a female lead. Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar The Revenge and Alia Bhatt in Raazi Harinder Singh Sikka recently took to his Twitter handle to share a picture of a bundle of books, including Calling Sehmat, with a message: “Dhurandhar 2 gave you a cinematic glimpse. Here’s where the real stories begin.” Along with this, he wrote, “Calling Sehmat #Raazi ranks among the top books on espionage ever written, globally. It exposes …

Calling Sehmat writer has an issue with Meghna Gulzar`s ideological bias

Calling Sehmat writer has an issue with Meghna Gulzar`s ideological bias

Aditya Dhar`s Dhurandhar narrates the tale of an Indian spy operating in Pakistan`s Lyari town. Played by the talented Ranveer Singh, the film has been breaking records at the box office. Amid the resounding success of the film, author Harinder Sikka has expressed regret over the cinematic adaptation of his 2008 espionage novel Calling Sehmat, which inspired the 2018 film Raazi starring Alia Bhatt and directed by Meghna Gulzar. While stressing on the impact of his book, he said that appointing Meghna Gulzar for the film was a grave `misjudgement`.  Calling Sehmat on Raazi and Meghna`s approach On Sunday, Sikka took to X, where he shared a picture of a stack of books such as An Indian Spy In Pakistan, Plot, Lies & Deceit Pulwama & Balakot, Terrorism and Insurgency, Calling Sehmat, Mission Overseas, The Unending Game and The Spy Chronicles. Along with the picture of stacked books were the text: `Dhurandhar 2 gave you a cinematic glimpse. Here’s where the real story begins.` Sikka said the book continues to rank among the most impactful …

Kareena Kapoor showers director sahiba Meghna Gulzar with praise on her birthday

Kareena Kapoor showers director sahiba Meghna Gulzar with praise on her birthday

Wishing Meghna Gulzar on her birthday, actor Kareena Kapoor Khan on Saturday treated fans to her candid BTS pictures with the ace director from the sets of their upcoming film `Daayra`. Kareena also penned a sweet note on Instagram, calling Meghna a `tigress`. “To sum up in words the feeing I have had working with @meghnagulzar will always be less…Daayra is nothing short of one of my most special films as it marks my first with the kind, gentle, passionate, smart and ever so sharp Meghna Gulzar… and to bring to life a subject that is so exciting… To be in your direction and under your guidance has been one of my most fulfilling acts… What an honour to be directed by you director sahiba…but… on this journey I have discovered such a wonderful soul…On your big day I wish you nothing but the best and can`t wait for the world to see the genius in our film Daayra… Happy Birthday you Tigress… So grateful our paths crossed,” she captioned the post.       …

Kareena Kapoor pens sweet birthday wish for ‘tigress’ Meghna Gulzar, calls Daayra ‘one of my most special films’

Kareena Kapoor pens sweet birthday wish for ‘tigress’ Meghna Gulzar, calls Daayra ‘one of my most special films’

Filmmaker Meghna Gulzar is celebrating her 52nd birthday on Saturday (December 13). The filmmaker, who is currently busy shooting for her upcoming film Daayra, received a heartfelt birthday wish from Kareena Kapoor on social media. Kareena shared behind-the-scenes pictures from the film’s set and expressed her admiration for Meghna, while also opening up about her experience of working with the director. Kareena Kapoor pens a sweet wish for Meghna Gulzar on her birthday. Kareena Kapoor’s sweet birthday wish for Meghna Gulzar On Saturday, Kareena took to Instagram and shared a carousel of pictures that offered a glimpse into the moments behind the camera while working with Meghna on the sets of Daayra. The images show Meghna directing Kareena as the actor attentively follows her guidance. Alongside the pictures, Kareena wrote, “To sum up in words the feeling I have had working with @meghnagulzar will always be less… Daayra is nothing short of one of my most special films as it marks my first with the kind, gentle, passionate, smart and ever-so-sharp Meghna Gulzar… and to …

Kareena Kapoor travels from Khalapur to Virar to shoot Meghna Gulzar`s Daayra

Kareena Kapoor travels from Khalapur to Virar to shoot Meghna Gulzar`s Daayra

Bollywood diva Kareena Kapoor Khan has been shooting extensively for her upcoming crime drama Daayra, directed by Meghna Gulzar. A source close to the production revealed, “Kareena has been shooting extensively for Daayra, travelling across interiors with Meghna.” On December 4, Kareena posted a photo on social media, saying that Meghna Gulzar has been taking her from Khalapur to Bhiwandi to Virar, and she seemed quite thrilled about the journey. “It’s been a very hectic shoot for the team, moving from one location to another, but the energy on set has been incredible. It takes long hours to travel to far flung places of Mumbai, but Kareena is enjoying every ride as she is getting to see the real Mumbai,” the source added. About Daayra Directed by Meghna Gulzar and jointly produced by Junglee Pictures and Pen Studios, the film also stars Prithviraj Sukumaran. Set against the complex world of crime and justice, Daayra positions its lead pair in roles that harness their full dramatic prowess. Prithviraj steps into the shoes of a police inspector, …

Kareena Kapoor Khan Teases Meghna Gulzar With a Fun Travel Update From Daayra Shoot

Kareena Kapoor Khan Teases Meghna Gulzar With a Fun Travel Update From Daayra Shoot

Kareena Kapoor Khan recently shared a playful mirror selfie on Instagram, teasing director Meghna Gulzar about how many locations they’ve been hopping across for Daayra. In her caption, she joked about travelling “from Khalapur to Bhiwandi to Virar,” adding that she’s actually “quite enjoying the ride” while shooting on the move. The picture captured her easy, on-the-go mood as she continued filming. Kareena had announced the project back in September 2025, calling it her 68th film and describing the collaboration with Meghna Gulzar and Prithviraj Sukumaran as a “dream team.” The film is positioned as a hard-hitting crime-drama thriller that explores the themes of crime, punishment, and justice. Also Read: Kareena Kapoor Khan Shares Moments From Qatar Grand Prix With Global Icons Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Kareena Kapoor and Prithviraj Sukumaran come on board for Meghna Gulzar’s Daayra

Kareena Kapoor and Prithviraj Sukumaran come on board for Meghna Gulzar’s Daayra

Kareena Kapoor and Meghna Gulzar together—can it get any better? This is not just a rumour; this is happening. Kareena Kapoor herself took to her social media to announce this grand collaboration. In a recent post, Kareena shared a series of pictures announcing that she is collaborating with Meghna Gulzar and none other than Prithviraj Sukumaran for their upcoming film Daayra. Kareena Kapoor and Meghna Gulzar to team up for Daayra While sharing this happy news on her social media, Kareena wrote, “I’ve always said that I’m a director’s actor… and this time I cannot wait to work with one of the finest directors we have, @meghnagulzar & alongside the magnificent @therealprithvi, whose work I deeply admire. To my dream team, #Daayra let’s do this.”           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Kareena Kapoor Khan (@kareenakapoorkhan) Meanwhile, Prithviraj Sukumaran also shared the same pictures and wrote, “Some stories stay with you from the moment you hear them. …

Kareena Kapoor, Prithviraj Sukumaran unite for Meghna Gulzar’s crime thriller Daayra | Bollywood News

Kareena Kapoor, Prithviraj Sukumaran unite for Meghna Gulzar’s crime thriller Daayra | Bollywood News

The last time Meghna Gulzar and Kareena Kapoor Khan ventured into the crime thriller genre, their respective contributions yielded remarkable returns. Gulzar helmed the seminal investigative drama Talvar, while Khan delivered compelling performances in Jaane Jaan and The Buckingham Murders. Now, with the addition of Prithviraj Sukumaran — renowned for his work in critically acclaimed Malayalam thrillers such as Mumbai Police and Memories — the convergence of these three cinematic voices promises a distinctly original narrative. Junglee Pictures, having previously collaborated with Gulzar on Talvar and Raazi, reunites with the director for a third venture: Daayra. Currently in pre-production, this crime drama — co-written by Yash and Sima — marks the first collaboration between Kareena Kapoor Khan and Sukumaran, setting the stage for a project of considerable anticipation. Gulzar, steering what many are calling a casting coup, is eager to commence filming, remarking, “With co-writers Sima and Yash, unravelling the greys within the black and white, was both challenging and exciting. And as Kareena and Prithviraj bring the lead characters to life, the narrative dynamics …

Kareena Kapoor announces Daayra with ‘dream team’ Prithviraj Sukumaran, Meghna Gulzar; fans call it ‘GOAT combination’ | Bollywood

Kareena Kapoor announces Daayra with ‘dream team’ Prithviraj Sukumaran, Meghna Gulzar; fans call it ‘GOAT combination’ | Bollywood

Earlier this week, Kareena Kapoor and Prithviraj Sukumaran were spotted together in Mumbai, sparking excitement about their collaboration. Now, the actor has confirmed that they are working together in Meghna Gulzar’s upcoming crime thriller Daayra, and fans can’t keep calm. (Also Read: Kareena Kapoor scolds Jeh for not holding hands during outing, fans defend her: ‘She’s just being a mum’) Kareena Kapoor Khan shares picture with her ‘dream team’ Meghna Gulzar and Prithviraj Sukumaran. Kareena Kapoor calls Prithviraj Sukumaran and Meghna Gulzar her dream team On April 14, Kareena took to Instagram and shared a couple of pictures with Prithviraj and filmmaker Meghna to officially announce the film. In one of the photos, Kareena and Prithviraj can be seen exchanging intense looks, while in the other, the trio are seen smiling. Sharing the pictures, Kareena wrote, “I’ve always said that I’m a director’s actor… and this time I cannot wait to work with one of the finest directors we have, @meghnagulzar, & alongside the magnificent @therealprithvi, whose work I deeply admire. To my dream team, …