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Regena Cassandrra has worked with directors who hurl abuses on set: ‘Madhur Bhandarkar never lost his cool’ | Interview

Regena Cassandrra has worked with directors who hurl abuses on set: ‘Madhur Bhandarkar never lost his cool’ | Interview

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Actor Regena Cassandrra has worked across Telugu, Tamil and Hindi film industries for years now but says working with Madhur Bhandarkar on The Wives is an experience she’ll always cherish. Talking to Hindustan Times about her upcoming work, the actor recalls working with directors who hurl abuse on sets over the years, remarking that Madhur is in stark contrast to them. She also talks about her upcoming work, including headlining a Tamil web series on Prime Video. (Also Read: Regena Cassandrra says she has faced derogatory behaviour in Bollywood as a South Indian: ‘Was put down’) Madhur Bhandarkar directed Regena Cassandrra in his upcoming film, The Wives. Regena Cassandrra on working with directors who lose their cool Regena recently wrapped up shooting for Madhur’s upcoming film, The Wives. A meeting in Mumbai and a nice, long chat with the director was all it took for her to come on board the project. “He’s a fun person to be around, live, so vivacious, he’s so energetic the whole time. He cares about the impression he makes …

Regena Cassandrra says she has faced derogatory behaviour in Bollywood as a South Indian: ‘Was put down’ | Interview

Regena Cassandrra says she has faced derogatory behaviour in Bollywood as a South Indian: ‘Was put down’ | Interview

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Actor Regena Cassandrra had more than a decade of experience working in Tamil and Telugu before she ventured into Bollywood with the 2019 film Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga. Working in films was only an extracurricular activity for a young Regena, but it soon became a career she never dreamt of. While the actor, who hails from Chennai, tells Hindustan Times that she feels most at home on a film set, she admits it took her ‘some time’ to crack into Bollywood as a South Indian. Regena Cassandrra says she initially had a hard time in Bollywood due to being South Indian. Regena Cassandrra reveals facing derogatory behaviour in Bollywood Regena explains that it took her time to feel at home in the Hindi film industry because she was stereotyped. “I was a South Indian actress. Compared to most South Indians, my Hindi is way better. I can read, write, and speak Hindi, and all the work I have done to date in the language is in my own voice. It’s my own …

Who is Regena Cassandrra? Meet South actress seen in Sunny Deol’s Jaat and Akshay Kumar’s Kesari 2

Who is Regena Cassandrra? Meet South actress seen in Sunny Deol’s Jaat and Akshay Kumar’s Kesari 2

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South actress Regena Cassandrra has been an indispensable part of Telugu and Tamil cinema. The diva is a recipient of numerous prestigious awards and accolades for her work and success in films. In this article, we will learn a little more about the actress. Who is Regena Cassandrra? Born in December 1990, Regena Cassandrra is a popular name, especially in the Tamil and Telugu film industries. Born to a family of moderate values and based in Chennai, Regena started off her career before the camera at quite an early age. She was only nine years old when she began anchoring for a kids’ channel named Splash. Coming to her educational background, Regena holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the Women’s Christian College in Chennai. She then went on to pursue a Master of Science degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Madras. Regena Cassandrra’s debut as an actor in films It was in the year 2005 when Regena made her Tamil film debut with Karthik Kumar starrer Kanda Naal Mudhal. After …

Jaat Trailer Launch: Sunny Deol says filmmakers ‘need guts’ to cast him in a role like Bobby Deol’s Abrar in Animal

Jaat Trailer Launch: Sunny Deol says filmmakers ‘need guts’ to cast him in a role like Bobby Deol’s Abrar in Animal

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Sunny Deol is set to charm fans with his upcoming actioner, Jaat. The trailer of the much-anticipated was launched in a special event that was attended by the entire team of the film. During the interaction with the media, the actor expressed his interest in doing a negative role like his brother Bobby Deol. He also revealed what stops him from doing such films. While speaking with the media, Sunny Deol was asked if he feels his onscreen image of doing positive roles is strong enough that he hasn’t been offered a negative role like Bobby Deol from Animal. In response to this, the actor emphasized that he wouldn’t call it a negative role, but a character that he is open to playing. He said, “Dekhiye main to chahunga kyunki as an actor, main use negative nahin kahunga, main use character kahunga toh uss hisab ka mere pas character aaye, definitely, I would love to do it. ye nahin ke nahin karunga (I’d love to play that role as an actor. I won’t call it …

Didn’t feel any air of stardom around him: Regena Cassandrra on ‘Vidamuyaarchi’ co-star Ajith

Didn’t feel any air of stardom around him: Regena Cassandrra on ‘Vidamuyaarchi’ co-star Ajith

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Mumbai, Ajith is a relaxed human being who wears his stardom lightly, says actor Regena Cassandrra, who has worked with the Tamil superstar in the recently released action thriller “Vidaamuyarchi”. Didn’t feel any air of stardom around him: Regena Cassandrra on ‘Vidamuyaarchi’ co-star Ajith The Tamil film is written and directed by Magizh Thirumeni. Inspired by the 1997 American film “Breakdown”, the film set in Azerbaijan follows a man on a mission to rescue his wife after she is captured by a mysterious group. “He is one of the superstars about whom you don’t feel this air of super stardom around. He is pretty good at being a relaxed and chilled human being. I’m sure there’s a lot of work that goes behind it. I’ve heard people say things like, ‘He does it for the reality or he does it for a certain reason’. “But if someone has been so consistent with the way they are, like this man comes on to set and makes sure no one knows whether he’s having a good or …

‘I can’t play Punjabi girl, but a Punjabi girl can play South Indian’: Regena Cassandra on unfair reason she lost roles

‘I can’t play Punjabi girl, but a Punjabi girl can play South Indian’: Regena Cassandra on unfair reason she lost roles

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Feb 14, 2025 06:10 AM IST Regena Cassandra opens up on the differences in expectations from heroines from the South as compared to counterparts from the North. While she started with Tamil cinema, Regena Cassandra has done a substantial amount of work in Hindi, too, ranging from Rocket Boys to Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga. However, the actor says that being a South Indian girl in this industry isn’t easy. In a candid conversation with Hindustan Times, Regena opens up on stereotypes and some unfair casting practices. (Also read: Trisha Krishnan, Regena Cassandrra watch Vidaamuyarchi’s first-day first-show in theatre with fans. Watch) Regena Cassandra has worked in Tamil and Telugu films along with Hindi web series. Regena on ‘unfair’ casting practices in Indian cinema Regena began working in ad films when she was barely 9 years old and made her film debut at 14 with Kanda Naal Mudhal. “I have been working since I was 9 years old. I’ve done ads, short films, and movies over the last Like 25 odd years. So …

Regena Cassandra says Vidaamuyarchi is not ‘leave your brains at home’ film, laments commercial films becoming violent

Regena Cassandra says Vidaamuyarchi is not ‘leave your brains at home’ film, laments commercial films becoming violent

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Regena Cassandra is back in a mass entertainer after a while. The actor has worked in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi cinema, and while she started her Telugu career with entertainers, Regina took on slightly more nuanced projects in recent years. With her most recent release, Vidaamuyarchi, she says she has attempted to balance both. In an exclusive chat with HT, Regena talks about the Ajith-starrer and how OTT has changed Indian cinema. (Also read: Trisha Krishnan, Regena Cassandrra watch Vidaamuyarchi’s first-day first-show in theatre with fans. Watch) Regena Cassandra in a still from Vidaamuyarchi. On Vidaamuyarchi “This is not your run of the mill commercial film,” Regena says about Vidaamuyarchi, adding, “It’s massy, and yet there’s a certain tone to the film that that appeals to everyone else as well. It’s not just one of those ‘leave your brains at home and just come and have fun’ film. Of course there is fun, for sure, but there’s a lot more to this.” The film marked Ajith’s comeback to the big screen after two years. “It’s …

Trisha Krishnan, Regena Cassandrra watch Vidaamuyarchi’s first-day first-show in theatre with fans. Watch

Trisha Krishnan, Regena Cassandrra watch Vidaamuyarchi’s first-day first-show in theatre with fans. Watch

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Feb 06, 2025 03:41 PM IST Vidaamuyarchi is directed by Magizh Thirumeni and stars Ajith Kumar, Trisha Krishnan, Regena Cassandrra and Arjun Sarja. It released in theatres on February 6. Magizh Thirumeni’s Vidaamuyarchi, starring Ajith Kumar and Trisha Krishnan in lead roles, was released in theatres on February 6. Trisha and Regena Cassandrra (formerly Regina Cassandra) were spotted watching the film’s first-day first-show with fans at a theatre in Chennai. (Also Read: Vidaamuyarchi movie review: Ajith Kumar’s underplayed performance elevates this offbeat road thriller) Regena Cassandrra and Trisha Krishnan caught Vidaamuyarchi’s first day first show. Trisha Krishnan, Regena Cassandrra catch FDFS Vidaamuyarchi was released in theatres to much fanfare, and it looks like the film’s cast wanted to get a taste of that. The proprietor of Vettri Theatres in Chennai posted a video showing fans celebrating the film’s release and Trisha recording their cheers. Sharing the video they wrote, “Welcome #Thalaivi @trishtrashers & @ReginaCassandra to the FDFS vibes of #Vettri Chennai. #VidaaMuyarchi with the crew @LycaProductions.” Regena also posted some videos on her Instagram stories, …

Pongal 2025 | Regena Cassandrra: The magic of this festival lies in its inclusivity

Pongal 2025 | Regena Cassandrra: The magic of this festival lies in its inclusivity

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Jan 14, 2025 12:53 PM IST Regena Cassandrra fondly recalls her early memories of celebrating Pongal and shares why the festival holds a special place in her heart. Actor Regena Cassandrra, who grew up in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, holds Pongal close to her heart. Rooted in the traditions of South India, the multi-day harvest festival celebrates abundance, gratitude and togetherness. Reflecting on her upbringing, the 34-year-old actor says, “I was born in a Christian household, but the cultural influence around me – be it from friends, neighbours, or the community – made Pongal.” Regena Cassandrra Also read: Lohri, Makar Sankranti and Pongal: Celebrating food at the harvest festivals of India Known for her performances in films like Maanagaram (2017), Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga (2019) and Thalaivii (2021), Cassandrra fondly recalls her early memories of Pongal. “As a child, I’d borrow traditional skirts from my friends to participate in the Pongal pooja. I’d help with cooking and, of course, eating the delicious pongal!” she shares, adding, “There are two types of pongal dishes …

Meet actor who claimed to be a serial dater, compared men with Maggi noodles and was rumored to have secretly married one of her co-stars

Meet actor who claimed to be a serial dater, compared men with Maggi noodles and was rumored to have secretly married one of her co-stars

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Meet the actor who has frequently stirred controversy with one or the other comments. She has openly admitted her past relationships and tagged herself as a serial dater. There was a time when she was rumored to have married one of her co-stars secretly. Can you guess who she is? Yes, we are talking about Regena Cassandrra. Who is Regena Cassandra? Born to a Tamil family based out of Chennai, Regena is an actress who has extensively worked in Telugu and Tamil films. At the age of 9, she started anchoring for a kids channel. She holds a master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Madras. Regena’s foray into films She made her film debut in 2005 with Kanda Naal Mudhal. Thereafter, Regena worked in a few more films, in different languages, before taking a pause to complete her education and then again jumping back to work. Even during her brief hiatus, the actress continued to work in short films. But Regena attained a breakthrough with the movie Subramanyam For Sale, a massive commercial …