After AVM’s Bahar became a success in multiple languages, S Mukherjee sent director Nandlal Jaswantlal to sign me for Nagin. Its massive success led to many film offers from Bombay.
Director Nandlal preferred close-ups and would instruct me to keep my eyes half-closed for a dreamy effect. It was challenging, but I enjoyed the process.
Devdas changed how people viewed me as more than just a dancer. Bimal Roy brought out the emotional depth in my portrayal of Chandramukhi.
Dance helped convey subtle emotions. As Natyashastra teaches, “The tear should be in the eyes of the beholder, not the dancer.”
Bimalda was a gentle genius. He had a great eye for cinematic detail and framing. He allowed creative freedom, especially in Madhumati.
No, we didn’t share a scene directly, though there’s one shot where our characters pass and exchange looks. It’s a beautifully crafted moment.
For Ghadi Ghadi Mera Dil Dhadke, I choreographed the movements myself—running like a deer to reflect the character’s innocence.
A career highlight! We starred in seven films together, including Ganga Jumna and Sangam. He was a remarkable co-star.
I never socialized much. I preferred spending my time practicing dance. I had no interest in mingling beyond professional life.
I left films in 1968 after marrying Dr. Bali and later moved to Madras in 1974 after my son was born. Parting with my dance students was the hardest part.
Dance is my path to moksha. It’s a form of devotion. Like Madhumati dealt with reincarnation, I believe dance connects me to the divine.
How do you feel about the failure of Adipurush? Ashwin Kumar: Adipurush was an attempt that went wrong, and that’s all I’ll say. There’s a lot of science and math involved that’s already out there, but I understand what they were trying to do. Still, it was a learning experience for the industry, the people, and the makers.
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Q: Kantara: Chapter 1 has achieved massive success. How do you feel about the response? Rishab Shetty: Thank you so much. My heartfelt thanks to the Telugu audience for their immense love and support. The response has been truly overwhelming—just like the original Kantara. I’ll never forget the affection shown by the people of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
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How is your character in Coolie? Working with Rajinikanth sir is a blessing. It has been a great experience. This role is personally very close to me, and I’m sure audiences, especially women, will connect with it. It’s filled with strong emotions and beautifully designed by the director. Are you playing Rajinikanth’s daughter in the fi
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Aberaam Varma, lead actor of Raahu speaks exclusively to Idlebrain about his debut. Having completed his MBA from USA, he was driven to get back to his roots to follow his passion for acting. Now, having experienced success in modelling (being crowned Mr. Andhra Pradesh 2013), he decided to focus solely on acting and wants to make a name for himself as an actor rather than a hero in Tollywood. Tell us what lead you to acting.
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Santosh Soban starrer latest film 'Prem Kumar' co-starring Raasi Singh, Ruchitha Sadineni is Produced under Saranga Entertainments Pvt Ltd by Shiva Prasad Panneeru. Writer Abhishek Maharshi is making his directorial debut. The film which is made with love and entertaining elements is getting ready to release on August 18th. On this occasion, Direction Abhishek Maharshi interacted with the media about the film. Here's the transcript of the interview. What is your
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Shefali Jariwala’s legacy as the iconic Kaanta Laga Girl remains etched in the hearts of millions. In this exclusive interview with directors Vinay Sapru and Radhika Rao, we take a deep dive into Shefali’s career, her journey from a college student to a national sensation, and the profound impact Kaanta Laga had on Bollywood. Despite the immense success of her breakout song, Shefali remained humble and content with her journey. Directors Vinay Sapr
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What inspired you to make University Paper Leak? The film is inspired by real scams like the Vyapam scandal and recent paper leaks in Gujarat, Odisha, UP, Bihar, and Delhi. These leaks destroy knowledge, push students into depression, and even cause suicides. Why do you compare copying and cheating to atom bombs or tsunamis?
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The censor was completed yesterday. How was the report? We received a very positive report. Everyone enjoyed the film thoroughly. It is a clean movie with full family fun. The board clearly mentioned that it is a film that children and families can watch together. Two big stars are coming together. What has been the response after the trailer release? Fans of both stars are enjoying it a lot. The response on social media has been fantastic. Chiranjeevi garu and Venkatesh garu worked together ver
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After the pan-India blockbuster Mirai, actress Raashi Khanna returns to charm audiences in the much-awaited musical romantic entertainer Telusu Kada. Starring Siddu Jonnalagadda, Srinidhi Shetty, and Raashi Khanna, the film is directed by renowned stylist-turned-filmmaker Neeraja Kona and produced by TG Vishwa Prasad and Kriti Prasad under People Media Factory. With chartbuster songs and a highly buzzed teaser, the film is all set for a grand release on Octob
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How did it feel to act with Shivaji again after nearly 20 years? Laya: It has been almost 20 years since we worked together. Initially, I thought it was a family drama, but when I learned it was an out-and-out comedy, I was thrilled. Comedy is my favorite genre, and the film has an interesting mix of humor, twists, and thrilling elements. It’s a dark comedy crime thriller, and I felt a unique vibe when I first heard the story. What is your role like in Sampraadayini Suppini Suddhapusani? Laya: I
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