Shahid Kapoor: Felt the need to play flawed characters. Nobody else had the guts to
5 years, 6 months ago

Shahid Kapoor: Felt the need to play flawed characters. Nobody else had the guts to

India Today  

Shahid Kapoor said that he was drawn to flawed characters in his career at a time when many mainstream actors were wary of taking up such roles. Maybe because I am Pankaj Kapur's son, I felt the need to play such flawed characters," Shahid told PTI. After starring in a series of love stories, Shahid's career witnessed a turn around when Vishal Bhardwaj cast him in a double role in Kaminey, setting the tone for his future filmography. You have to learn to find yourself as an artiste and not try and be like hundred other successful people," Shahid, who was last seen in Batti Gul Meter Chalu said.

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Shahid Kapoor says men like Kabir Singh exist and girls fall in love with them: 'I would not accept a guy like that'
1 month, 1 week ago

Shahid Kapoor says men like Kabir Singh exist and girls fall in love with them: 'I would not accept a guy like that'

Hindustan Times  

Shahid Kapoor's Kabir Singh had released in 2019. In a new interview with Faye D'Souza, Shahid opened up on the debate of playing a character like that and said that even though he would not ‘accept’ a lot of things he did the film, characters like him exist in real life. That's really upto you, as an audience.” About Kabir …

Shahid Kapoor Was 'Too Proud' To Ask His Father Pankaj Kapur For Help During Early Years: 'We Were Living In...'
1 month, 1 week ago

Shahid Kapoor Was 'Too Proud' To Ask His Father Pankaj Kapur For Help During Early Years: 'We Were Living In...'

ABP News  

Shahid Kapoor spoke about his career, family and managing on his own without the help of his father in the early years in Bollywood. In a recent interaction, Shahid Kapoor spoke to journalist Faye D' Souza on her YouTube channel where he spoke about how after the birth of Ishan Khatter, he struggles to get hold of his career and …

Shahid Kapoor Talks About Portraying Kabir Singh 'Authentically', Says 'Girls Fall In Love With Guys Like That'
1 month, 1 week ago

Shahid Kapoor Talks About Portraying Kabir Singh 'Authentically', Says 'Girls Fall In Love With Guys Like That'

ABP News  

New Delhi: One of Shahid Kapoor's most iconic performances was playing the complex and flawed character of ‘Kabir Singh’. Shahid Kapoor Reflects on Kabir Singh’s Controversial Character Talking to Faye D'Souza, Shahid admitted that many of Kabir Singh's deeds were "unacceptable," but he stood by the film's portrayal of the real-life character. When questioned whether films can change people's attitudes …

Kareena Kapoor Khan feels she nailed as an actor in 'Omkara' but people only talk about Saif Ali Khan
1 year, 3 months ago

Kareena Kapoor Khan feels she nailed as an actor in 'Omkara' but people only talk about Saif Ali Khan

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Kareena Kapoor Khan has been a part of the Hindi film industry for 23 years. But when you talk about Omkara, you only talk about Langda Tyagi [played by Saif Ali Khan>, and you still go back to Poo and Geet.” She added, “I experimented with roles right from when I was 21. Kareena Kapoor Khan on her famous roles …

Shahid Kapoor feels ‘very upset’ when people assume he didn't struggle with dad Pankaj Kapur's influence: I’m self-made
1 year, 7 months ago

Shahid Kapoor feels ‘very upset’ when people assume he didn't struggle with dad Pankaj Kapur's influence: I’m self-made

Hindustan Times  

Shahid Kapoor is one of the most well-known actors of Bollywood, having worked in the industry for around two decades. The son of actor Pankaj Kapur and Neelima Azeem, Shahid has now opened up about his struggling days in the film industry. Shahid Kapoor revealed that he is a 'self-made' actor, did not have it easy because of the influence …

Shahid Kapoor recalls what dad Pankaj Kapur said about his cute image in films: 'Beta abhi tum kar lo yeh sab par...'
1 year, 8 months ago

Shahid Kapoor recalls what dad Pankaj Kapur said about his cute image in films: 'Beta abhi tum kar lo yeh sab par...'

Hindustan Times  

Actor Shahid Kapoor, who recently made his OTT debut as a conman in Raj and DK’s web series Farzi, has completed two decades in the industry. Shahid also shared what his National Film Awards-winning father Pankaj Kapur had told him about acting during his initial years in the industry. Speaking about how he wishes to explore diverse genres, Shahid told …

Jersey's Geetika Mehandru: 'On sets of Kabir Singh, I believed Shahid Kapoor was an arrogant man'
2 years, 8 months ago

Jersey's Geetika Mehandru: 'On sets of Kabir Singh, I believed Shahid Kapoor was an arrogant man'

Hindustan Times  

Actor Geetika Mehandru has said in an interview with Hindustan Times that when she first worked with Shahid Kapoor in the 2019 film Kabir Singh, she believed him to be an arrogant man. After some time, he was like ‘Shruti!’ And then he started telling everyone ‘Oh we worked together in Kabir Singh, she was there in Kabir Singh’. And, …

Shahid Kapoor turns 41: What's keeping Kabir Singh actor away from the top ranks?
2 years, 10 months ago

Shahid Kapoor turns 41: What's keeping Kabir Singh actor away from the top ranks?

Firstpost  

Shahid Kapoor is a hugely underrated actor, but he is too self-aware and is constantly throwing his weight around I would have said Shahid Kapoor is a hugely underrated actor if he didn’t think himself to be so good. If you have seen his latest film Jersey which opens in April, Shahid is constantly admiring his skills as an actor; …

Shahid Kapoor pens note on one year of Kabir Singh: ‘You understood him in a time where people are quick to judge’
4 years, 6 months ago

Shahid Kapoor pens note on one year of Kabir Singh: ‘You understood him in a time where people are quick to judge’

Hindustan Times  

Actor Shahid Kapoor took to Instagram to thank fans for loving his film Kabir Singh. One user said: “You lived the Character Full Justice Done” while another said, “It’s a heart touching story ever!!!”. Good acting no doubt” while another said: “I love your acting but Kabir Singh was a male chauvinist, misogynist and extremely toxic/problematic character. Writing about it, …

IndiaTV Recommends | 'Kaminey', because Shahid Kapoor is brilliance. Period
4 years, 10 months ago

IndiaTV Recommends | 'Kaminey', because Shahid Kapoor is brilliance. Period

India TV News  

There's a scene just before the interval of 'Kaminey' where one of the protagonists -- Guddu, mistaken to be the other -- Charlie, is detained by inspectors Lobo and Lele. Guddu and Charlie, both brilliantly played by Shahid Kapoor, are identical twins, and share a pertinent issue apart from their face -- a speech defect. There's this thing with Shahid …

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh success: ‘I have just bought a house in Worli and I need to pay for it, so I am very happy’
5 years ago

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh success: ‘I have just bought a house in Worli and I need to pay for it, so I am very happy’

Hindustan Times  

He could easily be called ‘the box office disruptor’ of 2019. Like Kaminey, Haider or Udta Punjab, you broke the mould of a ‘Bollywood hero’ once again with Kabir Singh. I don’t think I’ve ever fallen in any bracket in the last 10 years of my career and Kabir Singh was also not the kind of film that people would …

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh success: When your films work at the box office, suddenly people get interested in you
5 years, 3 months ago

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh success: When your films work at the box office, suddenly people get interested in you

Hindustan Times  

Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor, who has delivered 2019’s highest-grossing film Kabir Singh, has said that he does not believe in being complacent after success. Asked if his life has changed after Kabir Singh, he said: “I don’t think I have observed big changes in my life after the release of that film. I feel life is still the same but …

Shahid Kapoor defends Kabir Singh: ‘No one brought up Baazigar when Shah Rukh Khan killed Shilpa Shetty’
5 years, 3 months ago

Shahid Kapoor defends Kabir Singh: ‘No one brought up Baazigar when Shah Rukh Khan killed Shilpa Shetty’

Hindustan Times  

Shahid Kapoor spoke up in defence of his blockbuster, Kabir Singh, which has been criticised for its portrayal of toxic masculinity. The film, Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s remake of his hit Telugu film Arjun Reddy, Kabir Singh has emerged as 2019’s biggest hit despite largely unflattering reviews and multiple controversies. Talking about his film’s enthusiastic reception by the audience, Shahid said …

Shahid Kapoor: I used to hate that people thought I was just a pretty face
5 years, 3 months ago

Shahid Kapoor: I used to hate that people thought I was just a pretty face

India Today  

If Shahid Kapoor is on stage, it is impossible to not talk about Kabir Singh, his big blockbuster of the year that made Rs 278 crore at the box office. Speaking on Day 2 of the India Today Conclave Mumbai 2019, during a session titled Heroes and Anti-Heroes: The craft and the heart of telling all stories, Shahid revealed how …

Shahid Kapoor: My wife Mira Rajput told me to do Kabir Singh
5 years, 3 months ago

Shahid Kapoor: My wife Mira Rajput told me to do Kabir Singh

India Today  

Shahid Kapoor's Kabir Singh was the most-talked-about film of 2019, for many reasons. But not many know that it was Shahid Kapoor's wife Mira Rajput who told him to do Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Kabir Singh. At a session titled Heroes and Anti-Heroes: The craft and the heart of telling all stories, the 38-year-old actor said that Mira loved the character, …

Shahid Kapoor goes on bike trip in Europe with Ishaan Khatter and Kunal Kemmu. See pic
5 years, 5 months ago

Shahid Kapoor goes on bike trip in Europe with Ishaan Khatter and Kunal Kemmu. See pic

India Today  

Actor Shahid Kapoor is zipping along on his bike across Europe and documenting his Europe diaries on Instagram. Shahid with brother Ishaan Khatter, Kunal Kemmu and the rest of their squad, seems to be having the time of their lives on their Switzerland vacay and what is adding to their fun is bikes! The trip comes after Shahid's latest release …

Shahid Kapoor: No one picked on Sanju like Kabir Singh when he said that he slept with 300 women
5 years, 5 months ago

Shahid Kapoor: No one picked on Sanju like Kabir Singh when he said that he slept with 300 women

India Today  

It has been more than a month since Kabir Singh released, and yet the film continues to stir up debates. The Sandeep Reddy Vanga film, starring Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani, has faced heavy backlash from critics for glorifying violence and misogyny. Opening up about the criticism, Shahid told Hindustan Times that Kabir's aggression was "across the board" and that …

Shahid Kapoor: It's a huge compliment for me if people disliked Kabir Singh
5 years, 5 months ago

Shahid Kapoor: It's a huge compliment for me if people disliked Kabir Singh

India Today  

Shahid Kapoor's latest film Kabir Singh has become a defining moment in his Bollywood career. Not only is it his highest-grossing film as it's raked in more than Rs 260 crore, it has also become a strong talking point among critics ever since its release. It’s a huge compliment for me if people disliked Kabir Singh. Kabir Singh, which features …

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh director Sandeep Vanga's statements: It's healthy that people disagree
5 years, 5 months ago

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh director Sandeep Vanga's statements: It's healthy that people disagree

India Today  

Ever since the release of Kabir Singh, the film has been mired in controversies. Whether it be allegations against the film for being misogynist or director Sandeep Reddy Vanga defending violence in love, Kabir Singh managed to make headlines. But Shahid Kapoor, who plays the titular role in the Hindi remake of Telugu film Arjun Reddy, doesn't completely disagree with …

Shahid Kapoor backs Kabir Singh after weeks of silence: An army of people defended the film for me
5 years, 5 months ago

Shahid Kapoor backs Kabir Singh after weeks of silence: An army of people defended the film for me

India Today  

Kabir Singh has redefined Shahid Kapoor's career in more than one day. Talking about the love that the audience are giving to Kabir Singh, Shahid told an entertainment website, "The most amazing thing about this film was that I didn't need to promote it after it released, I didn't need to defend the film when things were being said about …

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh's success: I got very emotional, I thought I don't deserve it
5 years, 5 months ago

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh's success: I got very emotional, I thought I don't deserve it

India Today  

Shahid Kapoor's Kabir Singh crossed Rs 270 crore in India. Kabir Singh has also become Shahid Kapoor's first film to cross the Rs 200 crore-mark. In an interview with an entertainment website, the actor talked about the success of the film and revealed why he is happy that his first blockbuster is Kabir Singh and not any other film. Kabir …

Kabir Singh has resurrected Shahid Kapoor's career, established him as a pan-Indian star with box office appeal
5 years, 5 months ago

Kabir Singh has resurrected Shahid Kapoor's career, established him as a pan-Indian star with box office appeal

Firstpost  

As the decade is drawing to a close, it is looking very likely that Shahid Kapoor will be the only star, apart from Salman Khan and Aamir Khan, who will have two films in the top 10 grossers of the year. Kabir Singh will be sitting pretty at either number eight or nine in the list right above or below …

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh: ‘Most flawed character I have ever played has become my most loved’
5 years, 6 months ago

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh: ‘Most flawed character I have ever played has become my most loved’

Hindustan Times  

As Kabir Singh went past Rs 200 crore in domestic market, actor Shahid Kapoor took to Instagram to thanks fans for loving Kabir Singh, the most flawed character he has ever played. To be kinder.” Kabir Singh stars Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani in lead roles. I have never ever felt so thankful.” The irony of being Kabir Singh was …

Kabir Singh Box Office Collection Day 8: Shahid Kapoor, Kiara Advani’s film is rock steady with Rs 146.63 crore
5 years, 6 months ago

Kabir Singh Box Office Collection Day 8: Shahid Kapoor, Kiara Advani’s film is rock steady with Rs 146.63 crore

India TV News  

Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani’s film Kabir Singh has become unstoppable at the box office. Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani’s performance has made viewers watch the film again and again which has resulted in big numbers raining in at teh box office. Bollywood critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh revealed that Kabir Singh has had the highest Monday and Tuesday …

Shahid Kapoor’s mom Neelima Azeem defends Kabir Singh: ‘Actors have won Oscars for characters like these’
5 years, 6 months ago

Shahid Kapoor’s mom Neelima Azeem defends Kabir Singh: ‘Actors have won Oscars for characters like these’

Hindustan Times  

Actor Shahid Kapoor’s latest offering Kabir Singh has started a rather heated debate on misogyny and its depiction of women. Kabir Singh stars Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani in lead roles. WATCH: Kabir Singh | Public review of Shahid Kapoor & Kiara Advani’s latest film When asked about the issues with the central character, Neelima said the film was a …

Post Kabir Singh's success, Shahid Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter to star in Ram Madhvani's next?
5 years, 6 months ago

Post Kabir Singh's success, Shahid Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter to star in Ram Madhvani's next?

India Today  

Shahid Kapoor is the toast of the town these days. The actor's latest release Kabir Singh crossed the Rs 100 crore mark within a week of its release. It is also reported that since the film's story revolves around two brothers, the makers approached Ishaan, Shahid's real-life brother, to play his brother on the big screen. Shahid and Kiara Advani, …

Ishaan Khatter and Neelima Azeem defend Shahid Kapoor and misogyny in Kabir Singh: It's cinema
5 years, 6 months ago

Ishaan Khatter and Neelima Azeem defend Shahid Kapoor and misogyny in Kabir Singh: It's cinema

India Today  

Shahid Kapoor's Kabir Singh has crossed over Rs 100 crore at the box office. Ishaan Khatter defends Shahid Kapoor Ishaan replied, "No, actually it’s quite the opposite. Shahid Kapoor's mother Neelima Azeem stepped in and wrote, "Friends what we need to understand is Kabir Singh is a film which is an A certificate film.All the great films down the ages …

Ishaan Khatter pens note for Shahid Kapoor after Kabir Singh: ‘You play a damaged character, return home a loving family man’
5 years, 6 months ago

Ishaan Khatter pens note for Shahid Kapoor after Kabir Singh: ‘You play a damaged character, return home a loving family man’

Hindustan Times  

Actor Ishaan Khatter has written a heartfelt note for his big brother and actor Shahid Kapoor on Instagram. Ishaan congratulated Shahid for the success of his latest film Kabir Singh, which crossed the Rs 100 crore mark at the box office on Tuesday. Ishaan marvelled at Shahid’s ability to play a damaged character to perfection on screen and return home …

CBFC member Vani Tripathi blasts Shahid Kapoor’s Kabir Singh, says ‘Arjun Reddy was bad enough and now this’
5 years, 6 months ago

CBFC member Vani Tripathi blasts Shahid Kapoor’s Kabir Singh, says ‘Arjun Reddy was bad enough and now this’

Hindustan Times  

Television actor Vani Tripathi Tikoo has slammed Kabir Singh for being a ‘terribly misogynist and extremely violent film’, and has called out actor Shahid Kapoor for taking on the role. She wrote in a series of tweets on Tuesday, “I’m serious about this thought that misogyny is ‘infectious’ have been noticing the narrative around Kabir Singh past few days.What a …

Sona Mohapatra slams Shahid Kapoor for playing Kabir Singh: Does the actor have no responsibility?
5 years, 6 months ago

Sona Mohapatra slams Shahid Kapoor for playing Kabir Singh: Does the actor have no responsibility?

India Today  

Shahid Kapoor's Kabir Singh might be cooking up a storm at the box office, but the film has been slammed for glamourising misogyny. #LetsTalk #India #KabirSingh https://t.co/UxUbWdOpAF SONA June 21, 2019 In another tweet, Sona Mohapatra called out Rekha Sharma, the chairperson of the National Commission for Women, for praising Shahid's performance in Kabir Singh. https://t.co/zxcLWVFuiO SONA June 21, 2019 …

Shahid Kapoor: Not just after break-ups, people can take up drinking in any weak moment
5 years, 6 months ago

Shahid Kapoor: Not just after break-ups, people can take up drinking in any weak moment

India Today  

Shahid Kapoor is all set to return to the big screen with Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Kabir Singh. Kabir Singh is the Hindi remake of Telugu film Arjun Reddy. Kabir Singh is the first remake in Shahid's career and the actor had good reasons to take up the film. Shahid Kapoor plays an alcoholic, self-destructive surgeon in Kabir Singh.

Shahid Kapoor reveals why Kabir Singh is the first remake in his entire career
5 years, 6 months ago

Shahid Kapoor reveals why Kabir Singh is the first remake in his entire career

India Today  

In less than 24 hours, Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani's upcoming film Kabir Singh will hit the big screen. At a press conference in the city, Shahid revealed why he chose Kabir Singh to be the first remake of his career. Kabir Singh is the Hindi remake of Telugu film Arjun Reddy, in which South star Vijay Deverakonda played the …

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh receiving flak for violent romance: It's a movie, not real life
5 years, 6 months ago

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh receiving flak for violent romance: It's a movie, not real life

India Today  

Shahid Kapoor's Kabir Singh is all set to hit the screens tomorrow. The film is a remake of the Telugu blockbuster Arjun Reddy and tells the story of a hot-headed surgeon who goes on a downward spiral after his lover leaves him. While many people are excited to see Shahid in such an avatar, the film has received flak for …

Shahid Kapoor on being called Modern Devdas for Kabir Singh: Will take it as a compliment
5 years, 6 months ago

Shahid Kapoor on being called Modern Devdas for Kabir Singh: Will take it as a compliment

India Today  

Shahid Kapoor on Wednesday said one can draw comparisons between his latest Kabir Singh and classic Devdas as the two films revolve around self-destructive men in love. When asked whether the film was a take on the novel by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, Shahid told reporters, "I'll take that as a compliment because Devdas is a classic film, which is the …

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh: After watching Arjun Reddy, I thought why make such a nice film again?
5 years, 6 months ago

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh: After watching Arjun Reddy, I thought why make such a nice film again?

India Today  

Shahid Kapoor is all set for the release of his film Kabir Singh, which will hit the screens tomorrow. I don’t think anybody else can understand the character, his angst and the rawness of the film. At this stage of my career to do a character like Kabir Singh was for me a risky choice. How will I find the …

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh's self-destructive phase: I have been there
5 years, 6 months ago

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh's self-destructive phase: I have been there

India Today  

Shahid Kapoor is ready to woo his fans with his next film Kabir Singh. In an interview to an entertainment website, the actor said that he has experienced heartbreak and has seen his friends go through the phase Kabir Singh goes through in the film. Kabir Singh is the Hindi remake of Telugu film Arjun Reddy, in which South star …

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh: Was sh*t scared to play college student at 38
5 years, 6 months ago

Shahid Kapoor on Kabir Singh: Was sh*t scared to play college student at 38

India Today  

Shahid Kapoor, who plays a college student at the age of 38, says that he was scared to play the part. In a media interaction at the promotion of his upcoming film Kabir Singh, the actor said he had inhibitions playing the role of a college student at his age. The actor, who made his Bollywood debut playing a college …

Shahid Kapoor on chauvinism charge against Kabir Singh: 'Wrong to expect actors to be idealistic'
5 years, 7 months ago

Shahid Kapoor on chauvinism charge against Kabir Singh: 'Wrong to expect actors to be idealistic'

Firstpost  

Shahid Kapoor, who will be seen next in Kabir Singh, recently spoke in support of his film, a remake of the hit Telugu drama Arjun Reddy featuring Vijay Deverakonda. Kapoor hoped that the audience would watch Kabir Singh before deciding to hate it. He described the film as a “cathartic journey of a man, and a cautionary tale.” He also …

Shahid Kapoor defends Kabir Singh against chauvinism charge: ‘It is a phase in everyone’s life, we all become self-destructive’
5 years, 7 months ago

Shahid Kapoor defends Kabir Singh against chauvinism charge: ‘It is a phase in everyone’s life, we all become self-destructive’

Hindustan Times  

Actor Shahid Kapoor has defended his film Kabir Singh, after many labelled it as chauvinistic, saying a film ought to ‘mirror life’. Kabir Singh stars Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani in the lead roles. But, we must represent grey shades of human beings in films to represent life.” Defending his film, Shahid said he expects viewers to at least watch …

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