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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

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 …

Here’s how much Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda, Vineet Kumar, Regina Cassandra, and others charged for the action-thriller

Here’s how much Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda, Vineet Kumar, Regina Cassandra, and others charged for the action-thriller

Jaat is an action-packed thriller starring Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda, Regina Cassandra, and Vineet Kumar in important roles. The film was made on a budget of Rs 100 crore and here’s how much these actors charged for the roles. By Janhvi Sharma Published: April 19 2025, 10:15 AM IST  Follow Us  !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod? n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)}; if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version=’2.0′; n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0; t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,document,’script’, ‘https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/fbevents.js’); fbq(‘init’, ‘199627965217377’); fbq(‘track’, ‘PageView’); window.fbAsyncInit = function() { FB.init({ xfbml : true, version : ‘v10.0’ }); }; (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src=”https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk/xfbml.customerchat.js”; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); }(document, ‘script’, ‘facebook-jssdk’)); $(document).ready(function(){ $(‘#commentbtn’).on(“click”,function(){ (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src=”https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v3.0&appId=179720252061082&autoLogAppEvents=1″; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); }(document, ‘script’, ‘facebook-jssdk’)); $(“.cmntbox”).toggle(); }); }); 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

Jaat Box Office Collection Day 6: Sunny Deol and Regina Cassandra’s movie earns Rs 5.50 crore on first Tuesday

Jaat Box Office Collection Day 6: Sunny Deol and Regina Cassandra’s movie earns Rs 5.50 crore on first Tuesday

Jaat Box Office Collection Day 6: Released on April 10, 2025, Jaat has been a decent performer at the box office. Going by Sunny Deol’s comeback film, it had better expectations to do well, especially after his all-time blockbuster, Gadar 2. Also starring Regina Cassandra, Jaat netted Rs 5.5 crore on the first Tuesday. Jaat, which is backed under the banner of Mythri Movie Makers, collected Rs 39 crore in its extended opening weekend. On Day 5, the Sunny Deol and Regina Cassandra starrer fetched Rs 7.25 crore. Now, Jaat has earned Rs 5.5 crore on the first Tuesday, bringing its net business to Rs 51.75 crore in six days. While the action thriller has crossed the Rs 50 crore mark, its overall performance of the movie is on the average side. Days India Net Collections Day 1 Rs 9 crore Day 2 Rs 6.75 crore Day 3 Rs 9.5 crore Day 4 Rs 13.75 crore Day 5 Rs 7.25 crore Day 6 Rs 5.5 crore Total Rs 51.75 crore  Also featuring Randeep Hooda, Jaat was aided by the movie offers on the first Tuesday. …

Good Bad Ugly vs Vidaamuyarchi Tamil Nadu Box Office Day 2: Ajith Kumar’s mass-entertainer overpowers his action-thriller

Good Bad Ugly vs Vidaamuyarchi Tamil Nadu Box Office Day 2: Ajith Kumar’s mass-entertainer overpowers his action-thriller

Sometimes, it’s not just the star but the style of storytelling that pulls the audience to theaters. Ajith Kumar, one of Tamil cinema’s most bankable names, has proven this again, this time with himself as competition with his last release.  Released on April 10, Good Bad Ugly, a flashy action-comedy directed by Adhik Ravichandran, came with zero subtlety and 100% masala. Ajith’s triple avatar, coupled with high-octane stunts and nostalgia-heavy moments, resonated instantly with fans. By the end of Day 1, the film clocked Rs 28 crore in Tamil Nadu and Rs 51 crore worldwide. On Day 2, it maintained momentum with another solid Rs 15 crore in the home state and Rs 24 crore globally. Contrast this with Vidaamuyarchi, Ajith’s Pongal release helmed by Magizh Thirumeni, which is a serious, layered action-thriller co-starring Arjun Sarja, Trisha, and Regina Cassandra. With a plot focused on a missing wife and a shadowy villain, it had a more subdued tone and appeal. While the film had a decent start with Rs 25.5 crore in Tamil Nadu and …

Box Office: Which Kollywood movie topped 1st quarter of 2025? Dragon, Vidaamuyarchi or Madha Gaja Raja? Here’s an analysis

Box Office: Which Kollywood movie topped 1st quarter of 2025? Dragon, Vidaamuyarchi or Madha Gaja Raja? Here’s an analysis

As the first quarter of 2025 wraps up, the Tamil film industry has already delivered a mix of commercial highs, genre experiments, and long-awaited releases and the result seems to be pretty mixed at the box office. Looking at the films that worked, the major contenders are Dragon, Vidaamuyarchi, and Madha Gaja Raja, which stood out not just for their star power but also for their content and collections. So which film truly dominated in the first quarter? Let’s break it down across collections, content, and impact. Dragon: The breakout winner of Q1Budget: ₹35 Cr | Worldwide Gross: ₹152 Cr The most happening young hero of Kollywood, Pradeep Ranganathan’s Dragon, emerged as the surprise blockbuster of the quarter. With Pradeep in the lead, alongside Kayadu Lohar and Anupama Parameswaran, the film was helmed by Oh My Kadavule director Ashwath Marimuthu. The coming-of-age comedy-drama followed Raghavan, a student who takes a dark turn into certificate fraud post-breakup, chasing money and influence at the cost of his peace. Thanks to a relatable storyline, youthful tone, and strong …

Utsavam OTT release: Here’s when and where to watch Regina Cassandra’s Telugu family drama online

Utsavam OTT release: Here’s when and where to watch Regina Cassandra’s Telugu family drama online

Utsavam is a Telugu family drama that hit the big screens on September 13, 2024. Directed by Arjun Sai, the movie was well received in theaters. If you haven’t watched the film yet, don’t worry, as we’ll tell you where to stream it online so you can enjoy it from the comfort of your home. When and where to watch Utsavam Utsavam will start streaming on SUN NXT from March 7 onwards. Making the announcement, the post on the streaming platform’s X account read, “Witness Krishna’s fight to keep the art of theater alive.” Take a look at the post below: Official trailer and plot of Utsavam The story of Utsavam revolves around Krishna (Dilip Prakash), a passionate individual determined to revive Surabhi Natakalu, a traditional Telugu theater art form. With his father, Abhimanyu Narayan (Prakash Raj), as his guiding force and Rama (Regina Cassandra) as his support, he embarks on a challenging journey.  Despite facing numerous obstacles, Krishna remains steadfast in his mission. The film weaves together elements of love, drama, and cultural heritage. …

‘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

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

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

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, …

Vidaamuyarchi OTT release: Where to watch Ajith Kumar and Trisha Krishnan’s action thriller after its theatrical run

Vidaamuyarchi OTT release: Where to watch Ajith Kumar and Trisha Krishnan’s action thriller after its theatrical run

Vidaamuyarchi, starring Ajith Kumar and Trisha Krishnan, hit the big screens today, February 6. Directed by Magizh Thirumeni, the movie has been receiving positive reviews since this morning. While fans are currently celebrating the film’s release, find out where to stream the Ajith starrer after its theatrical run. Where to watch Vidaamuyarchi Vidaamuyarchi will be available on Netflix following its theatrical run. The announcement was made by the streaming platform in January when it revealed its upcoming slate. They wrote, “Ajith Kumar is back, proving why Vidaamuyarchi never fails! Vidaamuyarchi is coming to Netflix in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi after its theatrical release!” Take a look at the post below: Official trailer and plot of Vidaamuyarchi In Vidaamuyarchi, Arjun and Kayal face several hardships in their relationship and are nearing divorce, years after their dream wedding. They decide to take one last trip together before parting ways. Over the years, they’ve grown distant and sought an amicable separation. While traveling, their car breaks down in the remote wilderness of Azerbaijan. There, they meet …