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When Alia Bhatt took the Highway early in career, chose a path less travelled

Thirteen years ago, Bollywood was gearing up for the big break of three fresh faces. But one thing is undeniable - she was willing to take risks early on, something even established stars often shy away from. Female actors, in particular, often face more scrutiny over their looks than their acting chops, leading them to pick films backed by big banners, seasoned directors, and bankable male leads. I think Imtiaz wanted me to be organic in that way," Alia Bhatt had told India Today in the interview before Highway's release. Not only did 'Highway' establish her as a serious performer, but it also shattered the ‘glam doll’ stereotype, paving the way for filmmakers of projects like 'Udta Punjab' to see her in a different light.

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1 week, 1 day ago

Alia Bhatt was scared to do Highway, Mahesh Bhatt convinced her: Imtiaz Ali

India Today

Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali recently shared an interesting anecdote about the making of his film Highway. Ali revealed that it was veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt who convinced his daughter, actor Alia Bhatt, to take on the role in the movie. In a conversation for the podcast Game Changers, Ali mentioned that Mahesh Bhatt played a crucial role in Alia's decision to …

2 weeks ago

Imtiaz Ali opens up on completing 20 years in cinema, Highway re-releasing in theatres: A dream run

Hindustan Times

Two decades of creating cult classics such as Jab We Met and Love Aaj Kal, and yet, filmmaker Imtiaz Ali describes his journey in showbiz as unreal. As he marks 20 years in the film industry since his debut with Socha Na Tha, he humbly reflects, “It’s a dream run,” adding, “I never would have expected to be here. I …

4 months ago

Imtiaz Ali fired a crew member from Highway set: He was trying to be around Alia

India Today

Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali spoke about the safety of women on film sets during his appearance at the ongoing International Film Festival of India in Goa. He recalled firing a crew member from the set of his film Highway due to inappropriate behaviour towards Alia Bhatt, who played the lead role. Actresses are really safe on sets now," Imtiaz assured, adding, …

1 year ago

Alia Bhatt wasn't Imtiaz Ali's first choice for Highway, director says 'since it was a mature subject'

India TV News

Alia Bhatt's career took a big surge after the release of Highway. Highway was directed by Imtiaz Ali and now the filmmaker has opened up on why he chose Alia for the lead role. By the end, everyone was like nobody else could do this role but Alia,'' the director added. On the other hand, Alia Bhatt has several big …

6 years, 1 month ago

Highway turns 5: Imtiaz Ali's road movie explored how bondage and freedom are inextricably linked to travel

Firstpost

It does not take a while for an Imtiaz Ali film to hit the road. Imtiaz’s 2014 road movie Highway, that completes five years today on 21 February, and stars Alia Bhatt and Randeep Hooda, projected the ideas of ‘bondage’ and ‘freedom’ in fresh light. Buoyed down by social conditioning and the perception of being a ‘rich girl’, she breaks …

10 years, 3 months ago

Imtiaz wasn't sure about Alia Bhatt, I requested him to cast her in Highway: Karan Johar

Firstpost

Karan Johar says he requested Imtiaz Ali to cast Alia Bhatt in ‘Highway’, which required a mature performance in the lead role. Panaji: Karan Johar says he requested Imtiaz Ali to cast Alia Bhatt in ‘Highway’, which required a mature performance in the lead role. The ‘Koffee With Karan’ host recalled how excitedly Alia had called him after getting the …

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