It has been a great journey (of 25 yrs): Akshay Kumar
Akshay Kumar has come a long way since he made his debut with Saugandh in 1992. Today, he is one of the most bankable stars and scripts are being written keeping him in mind. The actor, whose next film, Gabbar is Back, releases soon, spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma as he completes 25 years in the industry.
Shooting with Amitabh Bachchan a learning experience
Last year ended on a high for Deepika Padukone as her film Happy New Year did well in the box office. The actress, who will be seen next in Shoojit Sirkar's Piku, hopes to win the hearts of her fans again with her performance. Deepika spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma
When the game stands tall
Films on sports and sportsmen in Indian mainstream cinema were few in the past. Lagaan (2001) created fictional history. But that was team sport cricket. Nagesh Kukkunoors Iqbal (2005) was more about a hearing disabled boys struggle to find his feet in cricket. Today, Bollywood is flush with biopics on great sportsmen and women. TWF correspondent Shoma A. Chatterji explores the trend
The most difficult part was getting physicality right: Kalki
Kalki Koechlin is known for playing unconventional roles. The actress will be seen playing a teenager suffering from cerebral palsy in Shonali Boses Margarita With a Straw, a film that is already trending ahead of release. Kalki spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma on her role, films, life and more.
My father is die-hard Rekha-ji fan: Jacqueline Fernandez
Jacqueline Farnandez made a rather unremarkable debut with the box office dud Aladdin in 2008. Since then she has come a long way. The actress has had quite a few big releases, which went on to become hits. The former Miss Sri Lanka, who was recently seen opposite Ranbir Kapoor in Roy, spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma
Music straddling boundaries
Shafqat Amanat Ali Khan, the Mitwa man, is back with his third solo album, Muh Dikhai, a melange of various genres and styles. The Lahore-based singer-composer spoke on Bollywood, music piracy and Indo-Pak cultural relations to TWF correspondent Madhumita Mookerjee
I do not run away from past: Sunny Leone
Sunny Leone has been in news ever since she entered Bigg Boss in 2011. The adult star made her Bollywood debut with Jism 2 and has come a long way since then. Her film, Ek Paheli Leela, releases soon and the actress sounds upbeat as she speaks to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma
My music is straight from heart: Ricky Kej
A self-taught musician, Ricky Kej made India proud by bagging the Grammy awards with his Winds of Samsara this year. TWF correspondent Supriyo Hazra catches up with the composer based in Bengaluru
My father is my hero: Sonam Kapoor
Sonam Kapoors last film Dolly Ki Doli may not have done great business at the box office but that hasnt affected her popularity. The actor and style icon, who is already working on her next Prem Ratan Dhan Paayo and is still a favourite with filmmakers, is excited about her upcoming projects. In conversation with TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma she speaks on films, life, fashion and more.
I didnt ask media to follow me: Anushka Sharma
Anushka Sharma has been in news of late for more than one reason. The media has been keeping a close watch on her after she made public her affair with cricketer Virat Kohli. However, there are other reasons too that has kept Anushka in the news. After PK, she will soon be seen in NH10, which she is also producing. The actress spoke to TWFcorrespondent Gaurav Sharma on films, life, Virat Kohli and more.
Is bindi a fashion statement?
Is the bindi a fashion statement, a caste mark or a marriage symbol? It is all three. Placed within contemporary perspectives, it is debatable whether it is popular television that has resurrected the bindi as a cosmetic to enhance the feminine image of woman. Shoma A. Chatterji examines
Aesthetics go for a toss?
Piddly si baatein is the latest entrant into a world of mainstream Hindi cinema where the toilet as a physical presence has stepped in almost as a character. The melodious number is belted out by Amitabh Bachchan in Shamitabh. Why was the song shot inside a toilet when it could have been shot anywhere? Some directors obviously have a different take on entertainment. What do viewers feel? Shoma A. Chatterji finds out
We were both comfortable in the kissing scene: Sushant Singh Rajput
Bollywoods latest poster boy Sushant Singh Rajput believes in taking risk. The actor who will be next seen donning a dhoti and playing the iconic Bengali sleuth Byomkesh Bakshi in Dibakar Banerjees Detective Byomkesh Bakshy, which releases soon, is excited about the films he is doing. The actor spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Shrama
Films in time capsule
India is the largest producer of films in the world but many classics that are milestones in the history of Indian cinema are in danger of extinction. The newly established Film Heritage Foundation in Mumbai strives to reverse the trend. Shoma A. Chatterji reports
Acting is a dream come true: Alia Bhatt
Alia Bhatt had a great 2014 with three hits. The actress however will have just one release this year. That, however, has neither decreased her fan following nor have filmmakers stopped approaching her. Ali speaks to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma
Salman is a great mentor and motivator: Varun Dhawan
Varun Dhawan has so long been seen mostly in romantic comedies barring his debut film, Student of the Year. The actor, however, will now be seen in a completely new avatar in his upcoming film, Badlapur. Varaun, too sounds confident about pulling off a serious role and impress his critics. The actor speaks to TWF Correspondent Gaurav Sharma on his films, career and more.
Want to work with Aditya, Farhan, Khans
Despite belonging from a non-filmy background, actress Pallavi Sharda has managed to get a foothold in the Bollywood industry with her first film 'Besharam'. She has now appeared in a new avatar in her latest film Hawaizaada' with Ayushmann Khurrana. TWF correspondent Shabarni Basu caught up with the actress on films and more
I still have butterflies in stomach before films: Amitabh Bachchan
It has been quite some time that Amitabh Bachchan has had a release. However, the actor will soon be seen in R Balkis Shamitabh. This is the third time that the actor has joined hands with Balki and naturally the expectations are once again high. The Big B speaks to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma
The world of little people
Rarely has Indian cinema, mainstream or otherwise, cared to focus on the little people -the dwarfs. Award winning director Kaushik Ganguly decides to explore their world through his latest work, Chhotoder Chhobi. Shoma A. Chatterji reports
Terrorism does not have specific religion
On a promotional tour of Akshay Kumar starrer Baby, versatile actor Anupam Kher speaks to TWF correspondent Deepayan Sinha in Kolkata about the film, his other works, about terrorism and the censor board resignation row
'Bold scene with Om Puri was bit difficult '
Sultry siren Mallika Sherawat, who will soon be seen alongside Om Puri and Naseeruddin Shah in the political drama Dirty Politics, is excited to be back in the theatres. Mallika spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma on films, doing bold scenes and life
Birds in flight
Unsustainable developmental policies and rising insensitivity towards nature threaten important bird and biodiversity areas in India with possibility of them disappearing forever . Uttara Gangopadhyay reports
(Making Byomkesh) was my childhood dream
Every time Dibakar Banerjee decided to make a film, expectations soar. The filmmaker, who last made Shanghai a couple of years ago, is right now busy giving finishing touches to his upcoming film Detective Byomkesh Bakshy. Expectations are growing once again as the film will see the iconic Bengali sleuth for the first time on big screen in Hindi. Dibakar spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Gupta
2014: Spotting the stars
It has been a busy year for Bollywood stars and as the calendar reaches its fag end, TWF correspondent Supriyo Hazra moves through the different corners of the year to check out their performances in the past 12 months
I cannot disown any of my films
Arjun Kapoor is one of the few star children who decided against making his Bollywood debut under his home banner. The young actor, who made his debut with Yash Raj Films Ishaqzaade, shot to stardom in no time. The five-film-old actor has finally decided to work under his home production and a lot is being expected from his upcoming release Tevar. The actor spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma.
Acting with Rajinikanth sir is a dream come true
Sonakshi Sinha is on a high these days. Her recently released film, Action Jackson is doing well as she awaits her next release Tevar in January. In between, her first Telegu film, Lingaa, opposite south superstar Rajanikanth, too released last week. TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma chats up the actress on a roll
Ethnic with a twist
Who would have ever thought that a group of music-minded youngsters would borrow a universally famous Indian decoction for the name of its music band? But Filter Coffee does exactly that, Shoma A. Chatterji reports
Prabhu made it easy for me to dance
He is the man of the moment. Ajay Devgn seems to strike gold with every project he takes up. Having given a hit with filmmaker Prabhu Deva in the form of Son of Sardar, he decided to team up with the director once again for Action Jackson. And the film is already doing great at the box office. Ajay speaks to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma.
Figure it out
In the age of cosmetic surgery, zero figure diet regimes, Botox and weight-defying health strategies, several actors in Bollywood and small screens have actually benefitted from their obesity. Shoma A. Chatterji focuses on the fat factor
Death wish
The tragic death of comedian Robin Williams and Oscar winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman this year shocked the world and raised questions about why celebrities take their own lives though enjoying success beyond an average mans dream. Shoma A. Chatterji probes
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