Ayushmann Khurrana apologises for misinformed statement on same-sex marriage, says it was a 'genuine slip'
4 years, 11 months ago

Ayushmann Khurrana apologises for misinformed statement on same-sex marriage, says it was a 'genuine slip'

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Ayushmann Khurrana seems to have landed in murky waters with a particular statement ahead of the release of his much-awaited Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan. On his part, Khurrana issued a statement on social media saying it was a genuine slip up, though he wished that same-sex marriages were legal in the country. Check out Ayushmann Khurrana’s tweet A genuine slip here though I really wish same-sex marriages get legal in India 🙏🏽 https://t.co/4NmPGMedx5 — Ayushmann Khurrana January 28, 2020 The actor had also posted a picture on Republic Day this year, urging Indian citizens to be more inclusive. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan is a light-hearted comedy that can be seen as a progressive attempt towards the acceptance of same-sex couples, an issue that continues to remain a taboo in India even after a year of its decriminalisation by the Supreme Court.

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Ayushmann Khurrana and wife Tahira Kashyap pose in same sweatshirt: We believe in gender fluidity
4 years, 7 months ago

Ayushmann Khurrana and wife Tahira Kashyap pose in same sweatshirt: We believe in gender fluidity

India Today  

Ayushmann Khurrana is known to break stereotypes with his films, but this time he has decided to set an example in real life. Promoting gender fluidity, the actor shared a collage of his and Tahira Kashyap's pictures wearing the same sweatshirt on Instagram. With his every film, Ayushmann Khurrana tries to draw attention towards social issues. ALSO WATCH | Ayushmann …

Ayushmann Khurrana opens up about a casting couch experience from his early days in Bollywood
4 years, 8 months ago

Ayushmann Khurrana opens up about a casting couch experience from his early days in Bollywood

India TV News  

Ayushmann Khurrana is one of the most celebrated actors of recent times. But how many of you know that he too has to go through the ugly phase of casting couch in the early days of his Bollywood career. Talking about his casting couch experience, Ayushmann told Pinkvilla, "A casting director had told me, ‘I’ll give you the lead role …

Ayushmann Khurrana reacts to Donald Trump’s praise for Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, says ‘I want him to work for LGBTQi rights in US’
4 years, 10 months ago

Ayushmann Khurrana reacts to Donald Trump’s praise for Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, says ‘I want him to work for LGBTQi rights in US’

Hindustan Times  

Ayushmann Khurrana is surprised by US President Donald Trump’s reaction to the release of his latest film, Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan. He should definitely watch our film, it’s very important for him.” Ayushmann Khurrana and Jitendra Kumar play a gay couple in Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan. Hurrah!” Reacting to his tweet, Trump had written, “Great!” Watch| ‘Donald Trump should definitely …

‘Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan’ review: Ayushmann Khurrana’s delightful comedy is a giant leap for LGBTQI+ representation in Bollywood
4 years, 10 months ago

‘Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan’ review: Ayushmann Khurrana’s delightful comedy is a giant leap for LGBTQI+ representation in Bollywood

The Hindu  

From the first Dilwale Dulhania Le Jaayenge inspired scene to the last, the “ Ja Simran, jee le apni zindagi ” dialogue uttered by an equally stern Bauji and an Aashiqui-inspired image of young love thrown in the middle. It’s evident what Hitesh Kewalya is doing with what could, perhaps, be the first unabashed same-sex love story in commercial, star-driven …

Ayushmann Khurrana’s Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan banned in Dubai and UAE for homosexuality: report
4 years, 10 months ago

Ayushmann Khurrana’s Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan banned in Dubai and UAE for homosexuality: report

Hindustan Times  

Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Jitendra Kumar, has been denied release in Dubai and UAE for its homosexual content. Ayushmann Khurrana and Jitendra Kumar in a still from Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan. We really wanted to see what Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan has to say, since it is the first Bollywood film that normalises a gay relationship. …

When Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan actor Jitendra Kumar had to kiss 4 boys during his college days
4 years, 11 months ago

When Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan actor Jitendra Kumar had to kiss 4 boys during his college days

Hindustan Times  

Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana has opened up about the time he kissed a boy in the past. I got the dare and so I did it,” said the actor, who is seen playing a gay character in his upcoming film Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, and who is seen kissing his co-star Jitendra Kumar in the Gabru song of the film. …

Ayushmann Khurrana’s same-sex kiss in Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan to get a pass from CBFC: report
4 years, 11 months ago

Ayushmann Khurrana’s same-sex kiss in Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan to get a pass from CBFC: report

Hindustan Times  

A same-sex kiss in Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan will likely be given the clean chit by the Central Board of Film Certification, according to a report. Ayushmann Khurrana and Jitendra Kumar in a still from Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan. He wanted a ‘U’ certificate for the trailer of Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan. A source said, “They are looking at it …

Ayushmann Khurrana says there is a logic behind his movie choices; he wants to affect change in the society
4 years, 11 months ago

Ayushmann Khurrana says there is a logic behind his movie choices; he wants to affect change in the society

Hindustan Times  

Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana says he chooses to do films on taboo subjects to bring a change in the society. Actor Ayushmann Khurrana at the trailer success party of his upcoming film Shubh Mangal Zyada Savdhan. He played a sperm donor in Vicky Donor; a man dealing with erectile dysfunction in Shubh Mangal Saavdhan; a man prematurely balding in Bala; …

Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan: ‘Even Ayushmann Khurrana had been lobbying to get me on board,’ says Jitendra Kumar
4 years, 11 months ago

Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan: ‘Even Ayushmann Khurrana had been lobbying to get me on board,’ says Jitendra Kumar

Hindustan Times  

Actor Jitendra Kumar, famous for his spoof of Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal in The Viral Fever series, will star alongside Ayushmann Khurrana in the upcoming film, Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Jitendra Kumar as a same-sex couple. I know there will be struggle, but I am game.” Watch the trailer of Shubh …

Jitendra Kumar has this to say about kissing Ayushmann Khurrana in Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan
4 years, 11 months ago

Jitendra Kumar has this to say about kissing Ayushmann Khurrana in Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

India TV News  

Just like any other Ayushmann Khurrana film, ​Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan too created a buzz for its theme. Further talking about Ayushmann, Kumar says that even though he was a big music lover but after meeting Khurrana he realized that he knew nothing about it. Coming back to the film, Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan is bankrolled by Aanand L. Rai …

Ayushmann Khurrana accepts he wrongly said India has legalised same-sex marriages: ‘Though I really wish they get legal’
4 years, 11 months ago

Ayushmann Khurrana accepts he wrongly said India has legalised same-sex marriages: ‘Though I really wish they get legal’

Hindustan Times  

Ayushmann Khurrana has acknowledged that he made an incorrect comment about same-sex marriages in India during an interview. “A genuine slip here though I really wish same-sex marriages get legal in India,” he wrote in his tweet. Ayushmann had said in an interview to The Times of India that he is happy about the country legalising same-sex marriages in India. …

Ayushmann Khurrana slays with Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan family in new pic
4 years, 11 months ago

Ayushmann Khurrana slays with Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan family in new pic

India Today  

After dropping a fun-filled trailer of his romantic comedy 'Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan', actor Ayushmann Khurrana on Thursday shared a 'family picture' with the cast of the film. The actor took to Instagram on Thursday to share a wedding theme picture featuring the cast of the film including Neena Gupta, Gajraj Rao, Manurishi Chaddha, Maanvi Gagroo and the lead duo …

‘Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan is about embracing LGBTQ community,’ says Ayushmann Khurrana
4 years, 11 months ago

‘Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan is about embracing LGBTQ community,’ says Ayushmann Khurrana

Hindustan Times  

Actor Ayushmann Khurrana says his next Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan is an homage to the LGBTQ community and it is an important film for India. A follow-up to the actor’s 2017 hit Shubh Mangal Savdhaan, the film stars Ayushmann and Jitendra Kumar as a gay couple trying to win over each other’s family. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan stars Ayushmann Khurrana …

Ayushmann Khurrana, Jitendra break gay stereotypes with Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan trailer
4 years, 11 months ago

Ayushmann Khurrana, Jitendra break gay stereotypes with Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan trailer

India TV News  

Actor Ayushmann Khurrana is read with another entertainer, 2019 proved to be an exceptional year for Ayushmann and 2020 is set to continue his filmy streak. The trailer of Ayushmann's latest film Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan was unveiled today. The film stars TVF fame actor Jitendra Kumar opposite Ayushmann Khurrana. The trailer of Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan also features a …

Ayushmann Khurrana: We think govt either appeases Muslims or makes them insecure
5 years ago

Ayushmann Khurrana: We think govt either appeases Muslims or makes them insecure

India Today  

Bollywood's current hit-machine Ayushmann Khurrana is riding high on the success of his latest film Bala. RAPID FIRE ROUND Favourite sabji: Saag Favourite dance step: Bhangra Three people who text you the most: My wife, my manager and a director I am working with Who do you miss the most: My family The most expensive thing you bought last: Shoes …

Article 15 movie review: Ayushmann Khurrana hunts for inconvenient truths in an essential film
5 years, 6 months ago

Article 15 movie review: Ayushmann Khurrana hunts for inconvenient truths in an essential film

Hindustan Times  

Article 15 Director: Anubhav Sinha Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Manoj Pahwa, Kumud Mishra, Sushil Pandey, Sayani Gupta, Mohammad Zeeshan Ayyub Rating: 4.5/5 Article 15 movie review: Ayushmann Khurrana’s film is a reminder that we already know the questions but don’t ask them enough The posting was a punishment. Ranjan had agreed with a senior officer without sounding officious enough — he …

Why Article 15 is not your usual Ayushmann Khurrana film
5 years, 6 months ago

Why Article 15 is not your usual Ayushmann Khurrana film

India Today  

With time, Bollywood has mastered the art of delivering socially relevant messages to the audience with a dose of entertainment. In the film Article 15, Ayushmann plays a determined cop who strives for justice for two Dalit women who were gangraped and murdered by men of higher caste. It will force you to sit back and take a moment to …

Article 15: You too are guilty of discrimination if you have done any of these
5 years, 6 months ago

Article 15: You too are guilty of discrimination if you have done any of these

India Today  

Article 15 of the Constitution of India secures citizens from all kinds of discrimination on the basis of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. Ayushmann Khurrana will be seen as a police officer who comes face-to-face with this grim reality while investigating the brutal gang rape and murder of two women in rural Uttar Pradesh. Galti toh kisi …

Before Ayushmann Khurrana film: What is Article 15?
5 years, 6 months ago

Before Ayushmann Khurrana film: What is Article 15?

India Today  

After taking on Islamophobia in Mulk, Anubhav Sinha will attempt to expose the unsettling reality of caste discrimination in his next, Article 15. The article allows no discrimination when it comes to access to shops, public restaurants, hotels and places of public entertainment or the use of wells, tanks, bathing ghats, roads and places of public resort maintained wholly or …

Article 15: Ayushmann Khurrana shares hard-hitting video in the spirit of India Vs Pakistan World Cup 2019 match
5 years, 6 months ago

Article 15: Ayushmann Khurrana shares hard-hitting video in the spirit of India Vs Pakistan World Cup 2019 match

India Today  

As cricket fans everywhere are waiting breathlessly for the match between India and Pakistan at ICC World Cup 2019, Ayushmann Khurrana shared a unique perspective on the match. He shared a 30-second long promo video from his film Article 15, on how Indians forget their differences and come together and cheer for their country during such times. Ayushmann wrote, "India …

Article 15: Ayushmann Khurrana shares hard-hitting promo video ahead of India-Pakistan's ICC World Cup clash
5 years, 6 months ago

Article 15: Ayushmann Khurrana shares hard-hitting promo video ahead of India-Pakistan's ICC World Cup clash

Firstpost  

Article 15’s new promo video is an impassioned call to do away with caste discrimination Ayushmann Khurrana’s forthcoming social drama Article 15 is a commentary on contemporary India and its divisive caste politics. Ahead of the India-Pakistan cricket match that is scheduled for 3 pm IST today, Khurrana has dropped a 30-second-long promo video, observing how Indians forget their differences …

Article 15 trailer: Ayushmann Khurrana takes on caste discrimination in Anubhav Sinha's social drama
5 years, 7 months ago

Article 15 trailer: Ayushmann Khurrana takes on caste discrimination in Anubhav Sinha's social drama

Firstpost  

The trailer of Ayushmann Khurrana’s social film Article 15, which is a commentary on India’s existing caste system, was unveiled today. Ahead of the trailer release, the makers unveiled a clip where Ayushmann, dressed as a police officer, offers biting commentary on systemic discrimination. Check out the poster here The film is reportedly loosely based on the 2014 Badaun rape …

Article 15 official trailer out now: Ayushmann Khurrana's hard-hitting film is not going to be any easy watch
5 years, 7 months ago

Article 15 official trailer out now: Ayushmann Khurrana's hard-hitting film is not going to be any easy watch

India TV News  

Article 15 official trailer will give you goosebumps for real. Ayushamnn Khurrana as a responsible cop is trying to uproot the bifurcations prevailing in our society. Ayushmann Khurrana is back with the most sensitive topic of society. Sayani Gupta is Watch the official trailer of Article 15 Before this, Ayushmann Khurrana was seen in movies like Badhaai Ho, AndhaDhun, Vicky …

Ayushmann Khurrana wraps up Anubhav Sinha's Article 15
5 years, 9 months ago

Ayushmann Khurrana wraps up Anubhav Sinha's Article 15

India TV News  

Ayushmann Khurrana, who is soaring high on the success of his past films Andhadhun and Badhaai Ho, has joined hands with Mulk director Anubhav Sinha for Article 15. #Article15" TV actor Ravi Dubey, who happens to be Ayushmann Khurrana's close friend commented, "Kitna patla ho gaya hai aayush." To this, Ayushmanna replied, "main sach mein dubla ho gaya hoon:/" Ayushmann …

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