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‘Wish they hadn’t killed me,’ Vikrant Massey on Mirzapur exit, says show had 85% male cast-crew who indulged in male ego

‘Wish they hadn’t killed me,’ Vikrant Massey on Mirzapur exit, says show had 85% male cast-crew who indulged in male ego

Headlien option: ‘Wish they hadn’t killed me,’ Vikrant Massey on Mirzapur exit, says show had 85% male cast-crew who indulged in male ego Vikrant Massey in a still from Mirzapur. “I wish they hadn’t killed me,” Vikrant Massey recently admitted while speaking about the web show Mirzapur. Massey appeared only in the first season of the show, as his character, Bablu Pandit, was killed off during that season. Fans had been wondering whether he would be a part of Mirzapur: The Movie, but the film’s recently released teaser made it clear that he has been replaced by Jitendra Kumar. ‘The show had 85% men involved’ Recently, during a conversation with FLO Bangalore Official, Vikrant reflected on the show and how it was dominated by a male cast and crew, who, according to him, indulged in patriarchy and male ego. He said, “When Mirzapur came my way, it was actually just a bunch of enthusiastic people coming together. There were a lot of wonderful women who were a part of it too, but primarily the show …

‘Mirzapur was indulging our male egos’: Vikrant Massey says show’s crew had 85 percent men | Bollywood News

‘Mirzapur was indulging our male egos’: Vikrant Massey says show’s crew had 85 percent men | Bollywood News

4 min readMumbaiJun 27, 2026 06:44 PM IST The much-loved Mirzapur is set to make a massive leap from the OTT space to the big screen with Mirzapur: The Movie, slated for release in September. Earlier this week, the film’s teaser was unveiled and quickly went viral. While fans were thrilled to see the return of iconic characters like Munna Bhaiya (played by Divyenndu) and Compounder (Abhishek Banerjee), one absence stood out, Vikrant Massey. Although, his character, Bablu Pandit is returning in the film, the role will now be played by Jitendra Kumar instead of Vikrant. ‘I wish they hadn’t killed me’ While the reason behind Vikrant’s exit from such an iconic role remains unknown, the actor recently reflected on his Mirzapur journey during a conversation with FLO Bangalore Official. Looking back at the first season, he admitted that he still wishes the makers had not killed off Bablu Pandit. “I wish they hadn’t killed me,” Vikrant said with a smile. He further revealed that he never anticipated either his character or the series would …

Vikrant Massey was cleaning tables at a coffee shop at 16, bought first home at 24 | Bollywood News

Vikrant Massey was cleaning tables at a coffee shop at 16, bought first home at 24 | Bollywood News

Vikrant Massey has steadily carved a space for himself in Bollywood, an industry often regarded as fiercely competitive and difficult to break into. However, his journey has been anything but easy. Long before he became a celebrated actor, Vikrant had begun working at the age of 16 to fund his education and support his family, a responsibility that shaped his outlook on life. At a recent event, Vikrant looked back at a time when he was a minor and cleaning tables at a coffee shop in Mumbai to then owning a home at the age of 24. In a recent conversation with FLO Bangalore Official, Vikrant reflected on his early years and the drive that pushed him to become financially independent. He also recalled fulfilling one of his mother’s biggest dreams by buying his first home at the age of 24. “Stability was something that was very important to us. I come from a very regular middle-class family. I started working at the age of 16, and no sane 16-year-old boy would actually venture out …

Arshad Warsi hints at Sanjay Dutt’s cameo in Rajkumar Hirani show Pritam and Pedro | Web-series News

Arshad Warsi hints at Sanjay Dutt’s cameo in Rajkumar Hirani show Pritam and Pedro | Web-series News

3 min readMumbaiJun 15, 2026 07:26 PM IST Celebrated filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani is making his OTT debut with Jio Hotstar’s Pritam and Pedro, which also launches his son Vir Hirani. The show also stars Arshad Warsi, Mona Singh, and Boman Irani in important roles. On Monday, at the show’s trailer launch, Arshad also revealed that Sanjay Dutt might have a cameo in the show. Arshad Warsi on Vir Hirani Interestingly, Vir Hirani played Arshad Warsi’s son in Munna Bhai MBBS back in 2003. At the trailer launch, they revisited the moment by playing a small clip from the film. Arshad said, “There are lot of emotions coming to my mind, never thought after certain years we will be acting together. During Munna Bhai, only we could see that Vir is going to be an actor. Until he got money and an ice-cream, he didn’t give the shot.” Talking about his equation with Rajkumar Hirani, Arshad added, “From 2003 till now, my journey with Rajkumar Hirani has been beautiful. All actors who get a chance to …

Arshad Warsi-Vir Hirani team up for cybercrime comedy thriller Pritam and Pedro, watch trailer | Web-series News

Arshad Warsi-Vir Hirani team up for cybercrime comedy thriller Pritam and Pedro, watch trailer | Web-series News

3 min readBengaluruUpdated: Jun 15, 2026 04:59 PM IST The trailer of Pritam and Pedro is finally out, offering audiences a glimpse into a world filled with cybercrime, confusion and comedy. Created and produced by acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani, the series marks his much-awaited OTT debut. JioHotstar has unveiled the trailer for its upcoming original series, Pritam and Pedro, set to premiere on July 3. The series also marks Rajkumar Hirani’s son Vir Hirani’s debut as an actor i the series. Featuring an ensemble cast led by Arshad Warsi, Vir Hirani, Vikrant Massey, Boman Irani and Mona Singh, the series is directed by Avinash Arun and produced by Rajkumar Hirani Films. The newly launched trailer promises the blend of humour and heart that has become synonymous with his storytelling. The show explores the fast-paced and increasingly complex world of cybercrime, hacking and digital investigations. Watch Pritam and Pedro trailer: The trailer introduces viewers to the unlikely partnership between Pritam, played by Vir Hirani, and Pedro, a determined police officer portrayed by Arshad Warsi. Their paths …

Dostana 2 in trouble again? Director Advait Chandan steps down as director

Dostana 2 in trouble again? Director Advait Chandan steps down as director

Dharma Productions’ Dostana 2 appears to have hit another roadblock. After undergoing multiple changes over the years, the much-discussed sequel has found itself in the news as director Advait Chandan has stepped away from the project due to creative differences. The development marks yet another setback for the film. Advait Chandan exits Dostana 2 As per Variety India, filmmaker Advait Chandan, known for Secret Superstar and Laal Singh Chaddha, was supposed to direct the film and had spent about seven months developing it. However, he has now decided to step away from the project. Sources close to the development informed the portal that while there has been no major dispute, differences in creative approaches towards the project led to Advait’s decision to exit the film. This new development has come as another turbulent chapter for Dostana 2. 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

Vikrant Massey pens a heartfelt note for son Vardaan, asks him to slow down

Vikrant Massey pens a heartfelt note for son Vardaan, asks him to slow down

Actor Vikrant Massey has made an adorable appeal to his son Vardaan to stop growing up so fast. The ’12th Fail’ actor took to his official Instagram handle and published an adorable photo of his little one with his better half, Sheetal Thakur. The mother and son duo were seen savouring ice cream in the picture captioned, “Slow down my love…You’re growing up too fast!!! (sic),” followed by a red heart and evil eye emoji. 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

Arshad Warsi, Vir Hirani’s Pritam and Pedro gives ‘old Rajkumar Hirani vibes’, say fans: ‘Looks wild, entertaining’

Arshad Warsi, Vir Hirani’s Pritam and Pedro gives ‘old Rajkumar Hirani vibes’, say fans: ‘Looks wild, entertaining’

Bollywood filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani is set to make his OTT debut with the upcoming series Pritam and Pedro. The makers recently unveiled the teaser, giving audiences a first look into the series’ mix of cybercrime, comedy and mystery. The teaser has already generated strong reactions online, with many viewers praising its humour, music and storytelling. Arshad Warsi and Vir Hirani’s still from Pritam and Pedro. About the teaser The teaser is set in Goa and introduces viewers to two very different men who appear to get caught up in a complicated and chaotic situation together. While the teaser does not reveal too much about the plot, it hints at a cybercrime investigation mixed with humour, confusion and emotional moments. The makers have attempted to blend comedy with suspense. The teaser also gives a glimpse of the supporting cast, including Arshad Warsi, Boman Irani, Vikrant Massey and Mona Singh. Another major talking point is the debut of Rajkumar Hirani’s son, Vir Hirani, who appears in one of the lead roles. Internet reacts to the teaser Soon …

Vikrant Massey opens up about ‘dad guilt’, says it’s ‘natural to envy’ the parent who stays home: ‘Dads don’t even do one-fourth’ | Bollywood News

Vikrant Massey opens up about ‘dad guilt’, says it’s ‘natural to envy’ the parent who stays home: ‘Dads don’t even do one-fourth’ | Bollywood News

4 min readNew DelhiApr 8, 2026 04:36 PM IST In December 2024, when Vikrant Massey announced that he was “returning home” and taking a break from work, it came as a shock to many. His decision sparked widespread speculation, with debates ranging from the pressures faced by outsiders in the industry to conversations around nepotism. However, the actor later clarified that the real reason was far more personal—his newborn son, Vardaan, and an emotion he described as “dad guilt.” In a conversation with Parineeti Chopra on Zee5’s show Mom Talks, Vikrant opened up about his state of mind at the time. He said, “I never in my wildest dreams thought that my decision to take a break from work for my son would become national news. When Vardaan was born, by the grace of God, I was extremely busy. The first reason I wanted to step back was my physical and mental exhaustion. You know how much we give of ourselves emotionally, physically, mentally. As a first-time father, my attention was always at home. I …

Tamannaah Bhatia and Vikrant Massey did O Romeo for free, reveals director Vishal Bhardwaj

Tamannaah Bhatia and Vikrant Massey did O Romeo for free, reveals director Vishal Bhardwaj

Vishal Bhardwaj’s upcoming film O Romeo, starring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri in the lead roles, is gearing up for release on February 13. The romantic drama also stars Disha Patani, Avinash Tiwary, Tamannaah Bhatia, Farida Jalal, Vikrant Massey and Nana Patekar. Did you know that Tamannaah and Vikrant agreed to do O Romeo for free? Director Vishal Bhardwaj has revealed that the two actors did not charge any fee for doing the film. (Also read: Court refuses to stall release of Shahid Kapoor’s O Romeo, says Hussain Ustara’s daughter ‘failed to establish a case’) Tamannaah Bhatia and Vikrant Massey have key supporting roles in O Romeo. What Vishal Bhardwaj said Speaking about Vikrant Massey, Vishal Bhardwaj shared that the actor had committed to O’Romeo years ago when he was still an emerging talent. Despite becoming a major star after 12th Fail, Vikrant honoured that promise when approached again, choosing to do the role free of cost. The actor told Bhardwaj that watching Maqbool inspired him to enter the film industry and changed his life …