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Anjana Sukhani feels her role is based on Jab We Met’s Geet

Anjana Sukhani feels her role is based on Jab We Met’s Geet

Anjana Sukhani recently starred in Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga and the opportunity was no less than a dream come true for her. While she was initially intimidated by Naseeruddin Shah’s presence, she also has fun time cracking up with Diljit Dosanjh. Reflecting on her journey, Anjana remembers working with Priyanka Chopra. She also shares her experience of working down south. Anjana Sukhani on working with Naseeruddin Shah, Diljit Dosanjh Speaking about working with Naseeruddin Shah and Diljit Dosanjh, Anjana Sukhani said the most striking thing about both stars was their humility. Anjana noted that while stardom exists outside the set, the actors completely transform once the cameras start rolling. “The moment they step into the set, they just become who they were supposed to be on set, the character.” 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

Anjana Sukhani compares Meher to Geet, says Imtiaz Ali’s women are mature yet childlike

Anjana Sukhani compares Meher to Geet, says Imtiaz Ali’s women are mature yet childlike

How many actors can really say that I am in an Imtiaz Ali film?” asks Anjana Sukhani, her excitement evident as she speaks to mid-day about Main Vaapas Aaunga. Her journey began with a call inviting her to meet the filmmaker. The role: Naseeruddin Shah’s daughter-in-law and caretaker in the Diljit Dosanjh, Vedang Raina, and Sharvari Wagh-starrer.  “He wanted to see me on camera,” recalls Sukhani, who was first asked to send an introduction video. “When I met him at his office, I think he saw Meher in me. He narrated the part to me. And [I had] no questions. Who am I to say no to Imtiaz?” she says. During their discussions, she realised that Meher shares shades of Geet from Jab We Met (2007). “Like Geet, [played by Kareena Kapoor Khan] Meher has no filter. I feel all of Imtiaz’s women are mature but have a childish quality to them. She innocently speaks about the wrong things at the most unfavourable time. It’s an endearing character,” says the actor. Disclaimer: We do not …

Anjana Sukhani Claims She Was ‘Completely Ignored’ During Good Newwz Promotions, Akshay Kumar Helped Her

Anjana Sukhani Claims She Was ‘Completely Ignored’ During Good Newwz Promotions, Akshay Kumar Helped Her

Last Updated:February 10, 2025, 09:33 IST Anjana Sukhani was disappointed about being sidelined in the 2019 film Good Newwz promotions. She appreciated Akshay Kumar for arranging a press meet after she voiced her concerns. Anjana Sukhani reveals how Akshay Kumar helped her with interviews. Actress Anjana Sukhani had earlier slammed Nikkhil Advani calling him ‘mean and harsh’ and accusing him of not informing her about a kissing scene with Anil Kapoor. They had worked together in the 2007 film Salaam-E-Ishq. And now, Sukhani has unabashedly opened up about being left out of the promotional activities for the 2019 hit film Good Newwz. Despite playing an integral role in the movie, Anjana claims that she was sidelined during the film’s marketing campaign. Good Newwz was led by Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kiara Advani and Diljit Dosanjh. Anjana portrayed the character of Akshay’s on-screen sister in the film. In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Sukhani said, “I understand that the people who are helming the film are the biggest superstars of our country. We have Kareena …

Anjana Sukhani had to do a kissing scene with Anil Kapoor without being informed: ‘Wouldn’t happen with a star kid’ | Bollywood

Anjana Sukhani had to do a kissing scene with Anil Kapoor without being informed: ‘Wouldn’t happen with a star kid’ | Bollywood

Bollywood actor Anjana Sukhani, who was part of Nikkhil Advani‘s Salaam-E-Ishq, criticized the director for being “mean and harsh” toward her in an interview with Bollywood Hungama. She also recalled being made to perform a kissing scene with Anil Kapoor without any prior information. Anjana Sukhani and Anil Kapoor in Salaam-e-Ishq. (Also Read: Nikkhil Advani on releasing ‘Vedaa’ with ‘Stree 2’: It just gobbled us up) Anajana Sukhani on being made to perform kissing scene in Salaam-E-Ishq Anjana said that she was not informed about the kiss with Anil Kapoor until the very last moment and only learned about it while walking onto the set. She added, “This wouldn’t happen with a star kid, right? I don’t think I was in a position to refuse. I was nervous and overwhelmed. I didn’t even have anybody around me to talk to about it. I was just told that this is what I had to do. I understand that, as an actor, if a script demands something, you have to be open to it. If a scene …

Anjana Sukhani was unaware of a kissing scene with Anil Kapoor in Salaam-e-Ishq

Anjana Sukhani was unaware of a kissing scene with Anil Kapoor in Salaam-e-Ishq

Anjana Sukhani, who made her Bollywood debut with the 2005 film Hum Dum, and went on to star in popular films like Salaam-e-Ishq: A Tribute to Love, Golmaal Returns, Shaandaar, and others, speaks about the time she was uninformed about a kissing scene between her and Anil Kapoor, which left her feeling helpless on set.  Anjana Sukhani on kissing scene with Anil Kapoor In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Anjana recalled her time on the sets of Nikkhil Advani’s Salaam-e-Ishq, stating, “There is a scene where AK (Anil Kapoor) completely shaves his mustache, and there is a club scene. There is supposed to be a kiss between me and AK. I was not told about the kiss right till the end we were walking on the set to do the scene, I was not told. This wouldn’t have happened with a star kid.” She continued, “I was nervous. I was overwhelmed. I didn’t have anybody around me to even have a chat about it. I was just told this is what you have to do. …

Anjana Sukhani Accuses Nikkhil Advani Of Making Her Kiss Anil Kapoor Without Warning: ‘I Wanted To Cry’

Anjana Sukhani Accuses Nikkhil Advani Of Making Her Kiss Anil Kapoor Without Warning: ‘I Wanted To Cry’

Last Updated:February 09, 2025, 10:10 IST Anjana Sukhani revealed she was blindsided by a kiss scene with Anil Kapoor in Salaam-E-Ishq. She felt pressured as a newcomer and criticised the lack of prior notice. Anjana Sukhani and Anil Kapoor had appeared in Nikkhil Advani’s film Salaam-E-Ishq. Anjana Sukhani has revealed an unexpected on-set experience involving a kiss scene with Bollywood icon Anil Kapoor during the filming of Nikkhil Advani’s multi-starrer film Salaam-E-Ishq. The movie had released on January 25, 2007. In a recent interview, Sukhani labelled Advani as ‘mean’ and ‘harsh’ and accused him for not informing her in advance about the scene. Anjana revealed that she was caught off guard by the sudden demand for the scene involving her to kiss Anil Kapoor. She said that she had no time to mentally prepare. As a newcomer in the industry, she sensed an unspoken assumption that she wouldn’t refuse. Anjana claimed that she felt powerless to object and reluctantly agreed to go ahead with it. She also broke down. In a conversation with Bollywood Hungama, …