Was Vikram Offered Amitabh Bachchan's Role In THIS Film? Thangalaan Star Drops Major Hints
1 week, 2 days ago

Was Vikram Offered Amitabh Bachchan's Role In THIS Film? Thangalaan Star Drops Major Hints

ABP News  

Not many know that Tamil superstar Vikram was among the earliest pan-India stars, even before films like 'Sivaji: The Boss', 'Baahubali', 'RRR', and 'Pushpa' broke language barriers and dominated the box office. Why Vikram Never Starred in a Standalone Hindi Film Despite his immense pan-India popularity, Vikram never took up a standalone Hindi film. However, in a recent interview with Scroll, Vikram revealed that he was once offered a key role in Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s 'Eklavya: The Royal Guard'. But as long as I look young and fresh, I’ll continue doing these roles.” Vikram’s Upcoming Projects On the work front, Vikram is gearing up for the release of his highly anticipated film 'Veera Dheera Soora'n, directed by Chithha filmmaker Su Arun Kumar.

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Malayalam Actor says Amitabh, Rajinikanth cannot act
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Malayalam Actor says Amitabh, Rajinikanth cannot act

Deccan Chronicle  

At a recent press meet ahead of the release of Narayaneente Moonnaanmakkal, veteran Malayalam actor Alencier Ley Lopez shared his thoughts on working in Tamil cinema. But what mattered most was who I was sitting next to—Amitabh Bachchan sir on one side and Rajinikanth sir on the other.” Alencier explained that his decision to accept the role, even if it …

Makers couldn't sell Amitabh Bachchan as hero initially: Prem Chopra
1 year, 9 months ago

Makers couldn't sell Amitabh Bachchan as hero initially: Prem Chopra

India Today  

Veteran actor Prem Chopra, who is mostly known for his villainous turns in films, recently opened up about how megastar Amitabh Bachchan could not initially find his footing as a male lead in movies. READ | Life & times of Amitabh Bachchan | The sultan of fate Bachchan was reportedly replaced in Duniya Ka Mela by Sanjay Khan, and he …

Vikram announces new film ‘Thangalaan’
2 years, 4 months ago

Vikram announces new film ‘Thangalaan’

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI: Tamil star Vikram has announced a new film Thangalaan to be directed by Pa.Ranjith, known for movies like Kabali, Kaala and Sarpatta Parambarai. He found his major breakthrough playing a rogue-turned-lover in Bala’s tragedy film Sethu and next appeared in hits such as Dhill, Gemini, Dhool, Saamy, Anniyan, Raavanan, Deiva Thirumagal and Iru Mugan. He began his professional …

There was more to Prakash Mehra than Amitabh Bachchan
2 years, 8 months ago

There was more to Prakash Mehra than Amitabh Bachchan

Firstpost  

Manmohan Desai and Prakash Mehra are the two movie makers who are credited with “making” Amitabh Bachchan. It turned around writers Salim-Javed ’s, Amitabh Bachchan’s and Prakash Mehra’s careers. If one cannot imagine Zanjeer without the Bachchan baritone, one cannot imagine Prakash Mehra’s Namak Halaal without the song P_ag ghungroo_. After his fall-out with Amitabh Bachchan Prakash Mehra remained off-duty …

After he cast Amitabh Bachchan in Zanjeer, people said Prakash Mehra had gone 'senile', says director's son
2 years, 9 months ago

After he cast Amitabh Bachchan in Zanjeer, people said Prakash Mehra had gone 'senile', says director's son

Hindustan Times  

Zanjeer is regarded as the breakthrough film for Amitabh Bachchan as it established him as a bankable star. However, when he was cast, people thought that the film's director Prakash Mehra had gone 'senile' for choosing an unsuccessful actor. In a new interview, Prakash's son, film producer Puneet Mehra said that people questioned why he selected someone who was not …

Aamir convinced Amitabh to take up Jhund: ‘He told me I must do this film’
3 years ago

Aamir convinced Amitabh to take up Jhund: ‘He told me I must do this film’

Hindustan Times  

Amitabh Bachchan is back on screen, this time as a soccer coach in Jhund. The 79-year-old plays NGO Slum Soccer founder Vijay Barse, a Nagpur-based retired sports teacher who pioneers a slum soccer movement. When Aamir actually got to watch the film, he turned emotional and called it 'one of the greatest films' of Amitabh Bachchan. Aamir got to hear …

'Vikram' First Look Poster Features Kamal Haasan With Fahadh Faasil, Vijay Sethupathi
3 years, 8 months ago

'Vikram' First Look Poster Features Kamal Haasan With Fahadh Faasil, Vijay Sethupathi

ABP News  

Chennai: Superstar Kamal Haasan took to Twitter on Saturday to reveal a power-packed first look poster of his forthcoming next film "Vikram". The film also stars makkal selvan Vijay Sethupati and Malayalam heartthrob Fahadh Faasil in leading roles. Uploading the poster featuring close-ups of the three actors, Kamal captioned: "Only valour should wear the crown' I dare again to render …

Deepika Padukone and Amitabh Bachchan to star in the Bollywood adaptation of The Intern
3 years, 11 months ago

Deepika Padukone and Amitabh Bachchan to star in the Bollywood adaptation of The Intern

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Indian actors Deepika Padukone and Amitabh Bachchan are set to star …

Anil Kapoor jokes about taking up Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan’s rejected films. Watch video
4 years, 2 months ago

Anil Kapoor jokes about taking up Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan’s rejected films. Watch video

Hindustan Times  

Anil Kapoor was in his element as he came as a guest on The Kapil Sharma Show. Anil Kapoor joked about getting hand-me-down scripts from Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan. In a promo shared online by Sony TV, host Kapil Sharma asked Anil, “Sir, ek afwa yeh hai ki aapne Abhishek Bachchan ke saath dosti sirf isliye kar rakhi hai …

Amitabh Bachchan gets special gift on KBC 12, for 51 years in Bollywood
4 years, 4 months ago

Amitabh Bachchan gets special gift on KBC 12, for 51 years in Bollywood

India Today  

Amitabh Bachchan is not only regarded as a legendary actor, but also has an unmatched legacy that everyone reveres. A fan gifted the veteran actor a beautiful rangoli featuring Amitabh Bachchan. While Amitabh Bachchan has more than 200 films illustrating his career, his first film will always be special. Presented to me on the 7th of Nov 2020!” AMITABH BACHCHAN’S …

Amitabh Bachchan wasn't first choice for Don, it was offered to three actors before him
4 years, 9 months ago

Amitabh Bachchan wasn't first choice for Don, it was offered to three actors before him

India TV News  

As the singing legend, John Lennon once said, "There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be", megastar Amitabh Bachchan was meant to play Don. Director Chandra Barot in one of the earlier interviews had revealed that he first offered the film to Dev Anand but, as she didn't take any interest, he went to Dharmendra and …

Is Chiyaan Vikram's upcoming film with Ajay Gnanamuthu titled Amar? Details inside
5 years, 3 months ago

Is Chiyaan Vikram's upcoming film with Ajay Gnanamuthu titled Amar? Details inside

India Today  

Chiyaan Vikram dedicated almost a year to shape up his son Dhruv's maiden acting venture, Adithya Varma. The actor also concentrated on his upcoming film, which is tentatively titled Vikram 58. Now, there are strong reports that suggest that the film has been titled Amar, which could be Vikram's character in the film. Vikram has joined hands with filmmaker Ajay …

Amitabh Bachchan completes 50 years in Bollywood; Abhishek congratulates him: 'We're all blessed to witness greatness'
5 years, 4 months ago

Amitabh Bachchan completes 50 years in Bollywood; Abhishek congratulates him: 'We're all blessed to witness greatness'

Firstpost  

Amitabh Bachchan made his acting debut with Saat Hindustani on this day in 1969. Legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan completes a 50-year-long journey in the Hindi film industry today. Amitabh made his debut with Saat Hindustani in 1969, and has delivered plenty blockbuster hits like Sholay, Zanjeer, Deewar, Coolie, Sarkar, and Piku among others. Amitabh portrayed Guru Gosayi Venkanna, Narasimha Reddy’s …

Amitabh Bachchan completes 50 years in Bollywood, son Abhishek pens heartfelt message
5 years, 4 months ago

Amitabh Bachchan completes 50 years in Bollywood, son Abhishek pens heartfelt message

India TV News  

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has completed 50 years in Indian cinema. The actor made his acting debut in 1969 with the film Saat Hindustani that released on November 7 -- 50 years ago. It is said Amitabh Bachchan left his Rs 1,600-paying job in Kolkata to be a part of Saat Hindustani. Amitabh Bachchan in Saat Hindustani Even at the age …

Cricketer Irfan Pathan completes first schedule of Vikram 58, thanks Tamil people
5 years, 4 months ago

Cricketer Irfan Pathan completes first schedule of Vikram 58, thanks Tamil people

India Today  

Chiyaan Vikram was last seen in director Rajesh M Selva's Kadaram Kondan, which released a couple of months ago. Meanwhile, Vikram has also signed his 58th film with director Ajay Gnanamuthu of Imaikaa Nodigal fame. As reported earlier, former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan is making his debut as a villain in this flick. Here's the post: Replying to Irfan's post, …

Amitabh Bachchan turns 77: How the veteran superstar established a strong South Indian base
5 years, 5 months ago

Amitabh Bachchan turns 77: How the veteran superstar established a strong South Indian base

Firstpost  

A lot of Amitabh Bachchan films were remade in the South, and the actor starred with a number of South Indian actresses, which only consolidated his fan base. No, these are not answers to ‘name your favourite Amitabh Bachchan role’ but a list of his films, which people saw for the first time in a movie hall in South India. …

Amitabh Bachchan to play himself in Vikram Gokhale’s Marathi film AB Ani CD
5 years, 10 months ago

Amitabh Bachchan to play himself in Vikram Gokhale’s Marathi film AB Ani CD

Hindustan Times  

Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan is set to make a guest appearance in veteran actor-theatre personality Vikram Gokhale’s upcoming Marathi film, directed and penned by Milind Lele. “He made the call to him and that’s when we went and met Bachchan sir and he immediately agreed to be a part of our film,” he added. Talking about the film’s title, Bardapurkar …

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan to make a cameo in Vikram Gokhale's Marathi film
5 years, 10 months ago

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan to make a cameo in Vikram Gokhale's Marathi film

India TV News  

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan will be seen making a short guest appearance in Vikram Gokhale's upcoming Marathi film. "Now off again for a small guest appearance for Vikram Gokhale's Marathi film," Amitabh wrote in his blog. The 76-year-old thespian has to still finish bits for his next film "Jhund", directed by Nagraj Manjule. "And for the next two days finish patchwork …

Amitabh Bachchan’s first look as Guru Gosayi Venkanna in Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy. See pic
6 years, 5 months ago

Amitabh Bachchan’s first look as Guru Gosayi Venkanna in Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy. See pic

Hindustan Times  

The first look of Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan from Telugu period drama Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy was unveiled on the occasion of the actor’s 76th birthday. Amitabh Bachchan will make a brief appearance in Chiranjeevi’s Sye Raa Nasasimha Reddy. Sharing the motion poster on Amitabh’s birthday, Ram Charan, who is the producer of the film, wrote: “Take immense pride in …

Amitabh Bachchan to make his Tamil debut with Uyarndha Manithan
6 years, 6 months ago

Amitabh Bachchan to make his Tamil debut with Uyarndha Manithan

India Today  

Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan, who has produced films in the South, will finally make his acting debut in Tamil with director Tha Tamilvanan's film, Uyarndha Manithan. Poster of Uyarndha Manithan Actor SJ Suryah took to Twitter to share a video in which Rajinikanth is seen unveiling the film's poster. Rajinikanth also welcomed his friend Amitabh Bachchan with a sweet message. …

Amitabh Bachchan joins sets of Chiranjeevi's Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy for cameo appearance
7 years ago

Amitabh Bachchan joins sets of Chiranjeevi's Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy for cameo appearance

Firstpost  

Megastar Chiranjeevi’s upcoming Telugu period drama Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy, which chronicles the epic story of Kurnool-based freedom fighter Uyyalawada Narasimha Reddy, officially went on the floors in December in Hyderabad last year. Bachchan saab plays Chiranjeevi’s guru in the film and even though it’s a cameo his role is very important from the story’s perspective,” a source told Firstpost. …

When I first met Amitabh Bachchan: 5 young Bollywood actors recall how they reacted
7 years, 5 months ago

When I first met Amitabh Bachchan: 5 young Bollywood actors recall how they reacted

Hindustan Times  

There’s no doubt that Amitabh Bachchan is a legend. 5 actors from today’s generation go down memory lane and share what it was like to meet Amitabh Bachchan the first time. Also, the first promo shoot for the said show happened in Mukesh Mills in Mumbai, and that’s where the song Jumma Chumma was shot. We were shooting at 2am, …

Amitabh Bachchan to play the lead in Sairat director Nagraj Manjule’s debut Bollywood project
7 years, 7 months ago

Amitabh Bachchan to play the lead in Sairat director Nagraj Manjule’s debut Bollywood project

India TV News  

Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan has reportedly been roped in to play the lead in Sairat director Nagraj Manjule’s debut Bollywood project. If reports are to be believed, the ace director took a year-and-a-half to write the script of the film that is touted to be a social drama. This is known to all that Nagraj is a fantastic director, who …

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