I had a 10-year plan to one day pitch something to Aamir sir. When this story came to me, it felt like a quintessential Aamir Khan film. He was the perfect actor and producer for it. I didn’t expect it so early in my journey, but I had to say yes.
Absolutely. Pressure is a constant for filmmakers. But having Aamir sir by my side made it easier. He creates an environment of trust and support for his directors.
My family wouldn't watch it unless it felt relatable. The story of Champions is universal, but it needed emotional, cultural, and social context that resonated with Indian audiences. That's how the idea of Indianising it came about.
It was incredible. We auditioned over 2,500 people and cast real enthusiasts. Their stamina and perfectionism were mind-blowing. There was so much joy and energy on set they reminded us of why we make films.
The thought came during a personal moment when my wife and I were expecting our first child and had to do a Down syndrome test. It made me reflect deeply. That stayed with me. When this project came, it all aligned.
Aamir sir is very empowering. He respects all departments and doesn’t micromanage. He gives you the freedom to make your film. But his presence, insights, and passion elevate everything.
He’s still an audience at heart he laughs, he cries. That keeps his work emotionally alive. He also trusts young talent and works without ego. It's rare and incredibly inspiring.
Balancing authenticity with entertainment. We were telling a story that needed honesty and sensitivity, especially with 80–90% of the cast being neurodivergent. But we also wanted it to be a feel-good, powerful story for all audiences.
Tamannaah Bhatia makes her Cannes debut this year. She talks about the lessons she’s learned through her career, the difference between an actor and a heroine and how the cinematic perceptions of women have changed over time: I read that you started working at 15, which is a very tender age to enter a tough business. What did you learn and how did that experience shape you t
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Many actresses have spoken about pay disparity. What’s your take on it? Priyamani: Yes, it’s true that I’ve often been paid less than my male co-stars. But that doesn’t bother me anymore. I know my market value and what I bring to the table. I will only charge what I believe I deserve, nothing more, nothing less. So, do you see pay as a reflection of market demand? Priyamani: Absolutely. You ask for what you’re worth, and you’ll get it. This is my personal experience rather than a complaint. It’
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With 'Paper Boy', 'Ek Mini Katha' and 'Manchi Rojulochaie', young hero Santosh Soban proved that he is a compelling actor. He is now gearing up for the release of 'Kalyanam Kamaneeyam'. The film stars Priya Bhavani Shankar as the heroine and will hit the screens on January 14. UV Concepts has produced it. Anil Kumar Aalla directed the movie. Santosh today shared some interesting aspects about the Sankranthi release: It has been my dream to h
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Parth Samthaan’s stellar performances in "Kaisi Hai Yaariaan" and "Kasautii Zindagi Kay" garnered him a massive fan following. His charming persona made him the poster boy of romance on television. At the height of his TV career, Parth decided to pursue his dream of acting in movies. With two upcoming projects, "Hamaare Barah" and "Ghudchadi," where he will share the screen with Raveena Tandon and Sanjay Dutt, Parth opens up to Fi
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How do you feel about your journey from anchor to actor? Pradeep: I feel truly lucky. I got the right opportunities at the right time. From RJ to TV anchor to actor — each step helped me grow. The audience has supported me throughout, and I now feel a strong sense of responsibility. Why did you and your friends decide to produce this film? Pradeep: After my first film, I wanted to work on somethi
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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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Dhanush’s 50th Film "Raayan" Hits Theaters This Friday Dhanush's milestone 50th film, Raayan, is set to arrive in cinemas this Friday. Written and directed by Dhanush, the movie features an ensemble cast including SJ Suryah, Sundeep Kishan, Kalidas Jayaram, Selvaraghavan, Prakash Raj, Dushara Vijayan, Aparna Balamurali, and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar in key roles. Ahead of the release, Sundeep Kishan interacted with Telugu media, and here is the transcript. Could you tell
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Rama Banam, directed by Sriwass, produced by People Media Factory, is set to hit theaters on May 05, 2023. The movie boasts a star-studded cast including Gopichand, Jagapathi Babu, and Dimple Hayathi in lead roles, with supporting actors such as Khushbu, Sachin Khedekar, Nasser, Ali, Raja Ravindra, Vennela Kishore, Saptagiri, Kashi Vishwanath, Satya, Getup Srinu, Sameer, and Tarun Arora. The film promises to offer a unique viewing experience with all the essential commercial elements, and the
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You recently said “I won my flops more than my hits.” What does that mean? Naresh: Failures taught me more than success ever did. When a film flopped, it forced me to look inward—understand what went wrong, where I need to improve, and how to evolve. My flops made me stronger, more patient and more self-aware as an actor. That’s why I feel I won them. How do you deal emotionally with a film not working at the box office? Naresh: It hurts, of course. We put our heart into every project. But over
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What inspired you to write an adventurous script like Ghaati? Krish Jagarlamudi: Every film of mine feels like an adventure. With Ghaati, the idea came from Dr. Chintakinda Srinivasa Rao, a great writer whose works I admire. His story idea intrigued me, especially the concept of Ghaatils, laborers on the Andhra-Orissa border. It felt exciting and fresh, and I
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