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Vikrant Massey says he received threats, his WhatsApp number was leaked after The Sabarmati Report: ‘Listened to abuses’

Vikrant Massey says he received threats, his WhatsApp number was leaked after The Sabarmati Report: ‘Listened to abuses’

Actor Vikrant Massey has opened up about the toll social media criticism once took on his emotional and mental health. The actor, who is currently receiving appreciation for his performance in Musafir Cafe, recently appeared on Shekhar Suman‘s talk show and recalled facing abuse, threats and the leaking of his personal details after the release of The Sabarmati Report. He also revealed that the backlash came at a particularly difficult time, when his son was just six months old. Vikrant Massey on social media toxicity. Vikrant Massey on receiving threats after The Sabarmati Report Vikrant talked about the growing toxicity on social media, recalling how it impacted his emotional and mental health. He said, “I did a film called The Sabarmati Report, and I am extremely proud of that film. When I did that film, people used the word you used, propaganda. People called that film propaganda. We made it on the Godhra train burning. We made it on the burning of the Sabarmati Express. I had to listen to a lot of abuse. My …

‘Not everything needs to be a visual spectacle’: Producer Vijay Subramaniam on Musafir Cafe’s success | Interview

‘Not everything needs to be a visual spectacle’: Producer Vijay Subramaniam on Musafir Cafe’s success | Interview

While OTT platforms are full of crime dramas and thrillers along with extravagant concepts, Musafir Cafe took a different path to win hearts. Featuring Vikrant Massey, Vedika Pinto, and Mahima Makwana, the show on Netflix placed regular relationships and deep emotions at the forefront. As far as its producer Vijay Subramaniam is concernedhe believes that the success of the show proves that there is no need to go out of the way to make audiences glued to shows. Speaking to Hindustan Times, Vijay, Founder, and Group CEO of Collective Artists Network, opened up about what made him immediately back Musafir Cafe, why its characters feel so relatable and how the series was planned as a multi-season story from the very beginning. Why Musafir Cafe found an audience with its simple, relatable story, says producer Vijay Subramaniam . Why Musafir Cafe was an instant yes Vijay’s connection with the world behind Musafir Cafe began when he acquired Terribly Tiny Tales around two to three years ago. His broader vision was to give its writers and creators …

No Emraan Hashmi as Mehmood, no Ranbir Kapoor in Dhoom 4 – times when actors officially denied their casting

No Emraan Hashmi as Mehmood, no Ranbir Kapoor in Dhoom 4 – times when actors officially denied their casting

Being a public figure and speculation about one’s professional (and personal) choices go hand in hand. Whether your favorite actor is starring in a particular film or not, too creates headlines. In the recent past, instead of letting such rumors die a natural death, actors made it a point to come on record and clarify things themselves. Here is a round up: Ranbir Kapoor, Emraan Hashmi Emraan Hashmi not playing Mehmood The RD Burman biopic, said to be directed by Neeraj Pandey, has seen a flurry of activity around it every few days. After the speculation that Akshay Kumar will play the role of his father-in-law, late legend Rajesh Khanna, came another news: Emraan Hashmi allegedly coming on board to step into the shoes of the late Mehmood. However, Emraan rubbished all such claims when he took to X on August 11, “Just to clarify, the reports about me playing Mehmood saab in a biopic are untrue. I haven’t been approached for the film, nor am I doing it.” Ranbir Kapoor not doing Dhoom 4 …

Vikrant Massey Was Hesitant to Work With Deepika Padukone in Chhapaak?

Vikrant Massey Was Hesitant to Work With Deepika Padukone in Chhapaak?

Actor Vikrant Massey was initially hesitant to do Chhapaak, released in 2020. When the opportunity came his way, self-doubt almost took over. He felt Deepika Padukone was too big a star and noted their similar height. He feared they would not look good together on screen. His apprehensions nearly made him back out of the project. Director Meghna Gulzar stepped in to change his perspective. She assured him that their pairing would work well visually. However, she also placed specific prerequisites for the role. Taking on such a complex character required total commitment. “It’s also a lot of other people who’ve shown a lot of faith in me. It’s an ongoing journey. So that gives you the confidence too,” he told Hindustan Times, revealing that he almost chickened out of the project. This moment reflects a common struggle among growing actors. The belief placed in him by directors like Meghna Gulzar played a key role.   A well-meaning film In Chhapaak, Massey played Amol, a dedicated activist fighting alongside an acid attack survivor. His grounded performance …

Musafir Cafe review: Vikrant Massey show could have been a pyaari prem kahani | Web-series News

Musafir Cafe review: Vikrant Massey show could have been a pyaari prem kahani | Web-series News

4 min readJul 24, 2026 01:56 PM IST Musafir Cafe review: A three-way modern romance set in a small town. That’s the pitchline of Musafir Cafe, based on a novel of the same name by Divya Prakash Dubey, created by Sharanya Rajgopal and directed by Ruchir Arun, and the eight-part show takes the memo very seriously indeed. Chander and Sudha — someone here is evidently a fan of Dharamveer Bharati’s classic novel of the same name — meet and ignite in Bhopal. Having quit his software job in the US, he works in a dull government office, nursing a dream of opening his own cafe in the hills, while meeting suitable girls with a view to marriage. She is your ambitious girl who never hides anything she’s thinking, outspoken in the way Bollywood chulbulis are: Sudha, like that other girl in the train, is her own favourite, and doesn’t care who knows it. There’s passion. There’s a bit of sexn — yes, really — too. Small town people aren’t squeamish like that, okay? All is …

Vikrant Massey reveals he almost rejected Chhapaak opposite Deepika Padukone: ‘Thought we won’t look good’ | Interview

Vikrant Massey reveals he almost rejected Chhapaak opposite Deepika Padukone: ‘Thought we won’t look good’ | Interview

Actor Vikrant Massey has successfully been able to create a diverse career within the entertainment industry in India. Whether in television or movies or even in streaming shows, he always made sure that he is part of productions that will push his boundaries as opposed to staying in one character. In an exclusive interview with the Hindustan Times ahead of the Netflix show called Musafir Cafe on which he turns co-producer, Vikrant explained how he managed to avoid getting pigeonholed and why he owes it all to those around him. Vikrant Massey reveals why he almost walked away from Deepika Padukone’s Chhapaak. He never wanted to be boxed into one image Vikrant Massey shared that he has never believed in falling into the stereotype trap. And according to him, most of this has been attributed to the fact that he loves the audiences who have supported him on every platform he worked, whether television, movies or OTT. “The last thing you want is to be bracketed. But I think I’ve also been very lucky, you …

What to watch on OTT: Vikrant Massey-starrer Musafir Cafe and Masters of the Universe | Web-series News

What to watch on OTT: Vikrant Massey-starrer Musafir Cafe and Masters of the Universe | Web-series News

4 min readJul 24, 2026 09:01 AM IST What to watch on OTT: From fantasy adventures and edge-of-your-seat thrillers to quirky workplace comedies, heartfelt romantic dramas and unconventional medical mysteries, this week’s streaming line-up has an eclectic mix of stories and genres. Here’s our pick: Musafir CafeNetflix Ruchir Arun-directed series is a modern take on romance that lingers and deepens with its lead characters, Chander (Vikrant Massey), Sudha (Vedika Pinto), and Preeti (Mahima Makwana), who are crafted with authenticity and understanding. Their lives are intertwined in unexpected ways. Chander and Sudha share a sudden connection that strikes like a spark, impossible to ignore. With Preeti, however, Chander builds something steadier, a bond grounded in quiet understanding and the comfort of simply being together. The eight-part series is written and created by Sharanya Rajgopal. Adarsh Baal VidyalayaPrime Video At the heart of the series is Gyaneshwar Tripathi (Kay Kay Menon), a laid-back principal whose quick thinking and unconventional methods adds twist to everyday fuctioning of the school. When he learns that the headmasters of the 10 …

Vikrant Massey calls being friends with an ex a ‘red flag’: ‘Neither Sheetal nor I are friends with our exes’

Vikrant Massey calls being friends with an ex a ‘red flag’: ‘Neither Sheetal nor I are friends with our exes’

Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey recently opened up about his marriage with wife Sheetal Thakur. Vikrant shared that since they both wanted the same things in life, they decided to tie the knot and start a life together. Massey also admitted that neither he nor Sheetal is in contact with their exes and called the practice of staying friends with one’s ex a “red flag.” Vikrant Massey with wife Sheetal Thakur. ‘Being friends with ex is a red flag’ Speaking against maintaining friendships with former partners, Vikrant told News18, “Being friends with an ex is a red flag for me. Neither Sheetal nor I are friends with our respective exes. It’s not like ki dosti nahi karni hai but just by virtue of us being the way we are, we aren’t friends with our exes.” ‘Hiding relationships is shady’ Vikrant admitted that he and Sheetal never hid their relationship because they were both sure about what they wanted from life and from their relationship. He said, “Humne kabhi duniye se bhi nahi chhupaaya. I feel that …

Musafir Cafe teaser: Vikrant Massey is at the centre of a love triangle set in the hills | Bollywood News

Musafir Cafe teaser: Vikrant Massey is at the centre of a love triangle set in the hills | Bollywood News

3 min readMumbaiJul 1, 2026 05:51 PM IST Taking from Divya Prakash Dubey’s novel, Netflix is bringing the much-loved Musafir Cafe to the screen as a series starring Vikrant Massey, Vedika Pinto and Mahima Makwana. Telling a story of love, longing and self-discovery, the makers unveiled its teaser on Wednesday afternoon, offering a glimpse into a romance set against the backdrop of the hills. The teaser opens with Vikrant’s character (Chander) introducing himself in a voiceover as a musafir, whose story is intertwined with the cafe he runs, Musafir Cafe. As the promo unfolds, it hints at a love triangle, with his character navigating two significant relationships, one with the spirited character played by Vedika Pinto (Sudha) and the other with Mahima Makwana’s (Preeti), the more grounded character. The teaser ends with the line, “Sacha pyaar humare liye sahi ho ye kisne kaha hai.” (Who said true love is always the right love for us?) From the promo, the series appears to explore themes of love, companionship, missed opportunities and self-discovery, focusing on how unexpected …

Vikrant Massey’s production debut film gets a release date

Vikrant Massey’s production debut film gets a release date

Actor Vikrant Massey has officially announced the name of his production house as Homemade Stories, starting a significant new chapter in his creative journey. Along with announcing the name of his production venture, he also unveiled the teaser of the banner’s production debut, Musafir Cafe, and confirmed its release date. Musafir Cafe gets a release date The romantic drama, which stars Vikrant, Mahima Makwana and Vedika Pinto, is set to premiere on Netflix on 24th July 2026. The announcement teaser gives audiences a first glimpse into a heartfelt, emotionally driven story the banner aims to tell. 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