Entertainment
‘Ranbir Kapoor Is A Mix Of Robert De Niro, Al Pacino & Kamal Haasan’: Animal Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga
As an actor, Ranbir Kapoor has no limitations, says filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who believes he has presented the star in a never-seen-before avatar in their upcoming film “Animal”.
The movie revolves around a father and son and their troubled bond, played by Anil Kapoor and Ranbir. It is set against the backdrop of extreme bloodshed in the underworld.
The director, best known for Vijay Devarakonda-starrer “Arjun Reddy” and its Hindi remake “Kabir Singh”, starring Shahid Kapoor, said it was a pleasure to watch Kapoor transform into the total antithesis of himself in the role of Arjun Singh in “Animal”.
“Ranbir is a great actor, he is in a different league altogether. He is very original. I feel he is a mix of so many actors, it is wrong to compare to other actors, (But) I feel he is a mix of Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Kamal Haasan. This man (Ranbir) has no limitation,” Vanga told.
“He doesn’t get angry like his character (in the film). He is a very calm person. I remember when I used to write rageful scenes, I would ask him so many times, ‘Ranbir, when do you get angry?’ He would say, ‘I don’t get angry, and Sandeep this is the 7th or 9th time you are asking me this’.” Vanga said he was introduced to Kapoor’s work through “Rockstar”, in which the actor played the role of a musician struggling to find himself, spiritually and artistically.
“I saw two shows of ‘Rockstar’ on the same day. I loved him and I told him about this. I never thought I would get to work with him. As a concept film, this is my second film. I’m glad I got to work with him this early. He had called me saying, ‘We should work (together)’. This is after ‘Kabir Singh’.
“He had actually sent me a text message after ‘Arjun Reddy’, and I had not seen his message as it came from an unknown number. It was such a mistake. I was so happy when I learnt about it.” The movie also stars Bobby Deol and Rashmika Mandanna.
Speaking about Bobby Deol, Vanga said Deol was always the first choice for the movie.
“He is a great guy. From day one, we had Bobby in mind. I had called him in 2020 or 2021, he was promoting ‘Class of 83’. For one of the scenes where he is bare-chested, we shot it in Scotland in minus three degrees. He came, he did the shot,” he added.
Produced by Kumar and Krishan Kumar’s T-Series, Murad Khetani’s Cine1 Studios and Pranay Reddy Vanga’s Bhadrakali Pictures, “Animal” will release theatrically on December 1 in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.
Vanga is happy with the reception the movie’s teaser has received and said he is eager to see how the public will react when “Animal” opens in theatres next month.
“I’m so happy that everybody is liking it. I gave more than three years for this film. It all feels good when people like your work. I think the film will be a blockbuster. It’s been a while since there has been a story about father and son,” he said.
Bollywood
Hrithik Roshan’s says ‘What a joy’ after attending Joy Awards 2025
Mumbai, Jan 29: The prestigious entertainment awards from the Arab world, Joy Awards were held in Riyadh a couple of days ago. Hrithik Roshan represented India at the global event, along with actress Shraddha Kapoor. Now, the “War” actor has taken to his official Instagram account to pen a thank you note.
Showing his gratitude for being a part of the prestigious event, Hrithik Roshan wrote, “What a joy it was to be at the @joyawards 2025 in the presence of some of the best talents from across the globe! Thank you @turkialalshik for having me be a part of this celebration of Global Entertainment and cinema.”
Previously, the official Instagram handle of Joy Awards shared a group portrait of numerous celebrities from around the world who were a part of the event. While Hrithik Roshan looked all handsome in a red pantsuit, Shraddha Kapoor was a sight to behold in an abaya-inspired corset gown.
In the meantime, Hrithik Roshan recently used social media to wish his sister Sunaina Roshan on her birthday. Posting a picture of his sister after her incredible weight loss journey, the ‘Super 30’ wrote, “Happy birthday Didi. Your newfound attitude to life and the things you have accomplished this past year are nothing less than extraordinary! In fact it’s almost magical. Keep going didi ! You are amazing and I love you”.
Furthermore, Hrithik Roshan celebrated 25 years of his debut film “Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai” with a special Instagram post. Sharing many pictures of the notes that he wrote ahead of the shooting of the film as part of his preparation, he wrote in the caption, “My notes from 27 years ago. Prepping as an ACTOR for my first movie ‘Kaho Na Pyaar Hai’, I remember how nervous I was. Still am when starting a movie. I’d be embarrassed sharing these, but after 25 years of being in the industry I guess I can handle it. Then to now, what’s changed? I see these pages and realise, absolutely nothing. Good thing? Bad thing? It’s just how it is (sic)”.
Bollywood
Saif Ali Khan Stabbing Case: Bandra Court Sends Accused Shariful Islam To 14 Days Of Judicial Custody, Rejects Police Demand For 2-Day Extension
Mumbai: In the Saif Ali Khan stabbing case, the Metropolitan Magistrate Court, Bandra sent the accused, Shariful Islam, to judicial custody for 14 days.
The court has rejected the police’s demand for a two-day extension of custody.
The court advised the police to read the new BNS. It also stated that if new evidence emerges during the investigation, police custody can be sought again as per the new BNS laws.
The court said in the current situation, extending the accused’s police custody cannot be justified.
Bollywood
‘What A Shame, Face Consequences’: Prakash Raj Files Complaint Against Those Sharing His FAKE Maha Kumbh Photo
Veteran actor Prakash Raj, who often makes headlines for his controversial statements, has slammed those spreading his fake photo from Sangam amid Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. A picture is being widely circulated on social media platforms, showing the actor taking a holy dip. However, on Wednesday (January 29), Prakash Raj took to his official X account to inform that the photo is fake.
The Singham actor shared a screenshot of the picture, which was originally shared by a Facebook user with the caption, “Hope all his sins are forgiven and removed.”
Reacting to the picture, the actor said that it is a ‘shame’ that people are spreading fake news during Maha Kumbh. He also mentioned in his post that he has filed a police complaint against those who shared the AI-generated photo.
“FAKE NEWS ALERT… The last resort of bigots and coward army of ‘Feku Maharaj’ is to stoop down and spread FAKE NEWS.. even during their Holy ceremony.. what a SHAME .. Complaint has been filed against the Jokers .. face the consequences,” he wrote.
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Prakash Raj is no stranger to controversies, given his outspoken nature when it comes to sharing his political views. The renowned actor frequently finds himself entangled in such situations.
Meanwhile, on the work front, the actor will be seen in films like Retro, Jana Nayagan, Father, Big Picture, Miracle, Sathuranga Vettai 2, Goodachari 2, Pen Adimai Illai, Agni Siragugal and more.
It may be noted that Bollywood celebrities like Kabir Khan, Remo D’Souza, Anupam Kher, Hema Malini and Mamta Kulkarni visited Maha Kumbh and took the holy dip.
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