Naseeruddin Shah

Naseeruddin Shah discusses the differences between acting in films and on stage, emphasizing the importance of conveying emotions effectively to all audience members regardless of their seating. He shares insights from his experience watching renowned actor Dr Shriram Lagoo perform on stage.

The actress will be seen in Ul Jalool Ishq which also stars Naseeruddin Shah

Sonam Khan reminisced about her experiences with 1980s stars like Rishi Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan, and Govinda. She credited Govinda for teaching her to dance and described him as a supportive co-star. She praised Naseeruddin Shah, Rishi Kapoor, and Mithun Chakraborty, and expressed her hope for Sanjay Dutt's happiness.

The popular duo of Mohanlal and filmmaker Sathyan Anthikad are reuniting for an upcoming film, with production set to begin soon. The film is expected to be a rooted story focusing on a common man, offering a new treatment to audiences. Details about the cast and crew are yet to be revealed.

Directed by Rajiv Rai and produced by Gulshan Rai, the 1989 blockbuster brought together a star-studded cast that included Sunny Deol, Jackie Shroff, Naseeruddin Shah, and Madhuri Dixit, leaving a lasting impression on audiences worldwide. As Tridev marks its 35th year, we revisit the film to witness how the unconventional pairing of Sonam Khan with the acclaimed actor Naseeruddin Shah turned out to be a fitting choice.

Choreographer-turned-filmmaker Farah Khan declined a Rs 10 crore offer to cast a producer's son in 'Happy New Year,' opting for Vivaan Shah instead. The film marked her fourth and final directorial venture, featuring Shah Rukh Khan and other prominent actors.

The cast of 'Jaane Tu...Ya Jaane Na' comes together and sings as the film celebrates its 16th anniversary. The internet gets emotional and wants to file a petition to re-release the movie!

Neeraj Pandey's debut film 'A Wednesday' remains a popular classic. Initially, no one supported his choice of Anupam Kher and Naseeruddin Shah for the lead roles. Pandey revealed that Shah's manager had rejected the film on his behalf, but Shah became interested as soon as he read the script. Producers initially resisted casting older actors in 'A Wednesday'. Speaking to Fever FM, Pandey explained that, as a debutant director, he faced strong opposition because the film had no heroine or songs and featured two older actors. Even UTV, which eventually funded the film, kept suggesting younger actors. Pandey recalled the casting process as funny. After sending the script to Shah, his manager told him that Naseer didn’t like it and didn't want to do the film. Neeraj began looking for someone else, but then received a late-night call from Shah, who had just finished reading the script and wanted to meet. This marked the beginning of their journey together.

'Sarfarosh' released in 1999, tells the story of ACP Ajay Singh Rathore, played by Aamir Khan, a determined police officer fighting terrorism. The movie was both a critical success and a box office hit, praised for its gripping storyline, realistic action scenes, and outstanding performances. "Sarfarosh" marked its 25th anniversary with a special celebration where the film's stars reunited

From facing setbacks as an actor to achieving success as a filmmaker, my career reflects resilience and growth. Embracing challenges, I have evolved creatively, exploring diverse roles in the film industry with determination and passion.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui recently expressed profound gratitude for the widespread acceptance and support he receives from the Indian public, regardless of his Muslim identity. In a podcast interview with Shubhankar Mishra, Nawazuddin emphasized that he has not encountered career obstacles due to his background, despite differing opinions within the film industry. He underscored the significance of education within the Muslim community, drawing from his personal achievement as the first in his family to earn a graduate degree. Discussing his roles in portraying political figures like Bal Thackeray, Nawazuddin admitted to a lack of personal interest in politics and cricket. While acknowledging some criticism from the Muslim community for his portrayal, he downplayed its impact. Nawazuddin dismissed claims of discrimination in Bollywood, praising its inclusive environment and citing instances of cross-religious admiration. He concluded by expressing immense joy in being embraced by the Indian populace, whom he described as inherently loving and innocent.

Nana Patekar discloses the drama around his exit and return to 'Parinda' after Vidhu Vinod Chopra approached him to play the role of Anna.

Actress Ratna Pathak Shah who fell in love with Naseeruddin Shah and and tied the knot in 1982 after dating each other for seven years, recalls how their union wasn’t all a bed of roses.

Ratna Pathak Shah opens up on her and Naseeruddin Shah's equation with Anupam Kher and Paresh Rawal as they have different ideologies. The actress says that they grew up at a time where one could be friends despite having different ideologies!

Naseeruddin Shah recently shared his thoughts on Narendra Modi becoming the Prime Minister of India for the third time after the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The veteran actor expressed his desire to see Modi wear a skullcap as a gesture of unity and inclusivity towards the Muslim community.

I prayed like hell that this film would get seen and that my work would reach the audiences: Naseeruddin Shah

The two will be seen in Charan Tej Uppalapati’s Hindi directorial debut, Maharagni.

Veteran star Naseeruddin Shah recently attended the prestigious Cannes Film Festival for the first time, where his film 'Manthan' was screened in the Cannes Classics section. It also stars the late Smita Patil.

Actor Sonu Sood welcomed veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah to the sets of his upcoming film 'Fateh'. Naseeruddin Shah will play a pivotal role in Sonu Sood's directorial debut, a cybercrime thriller.

Farah Khan, in conversations on various platforms, discussed the journey of casting Naseeruddin Shah in 'Main Hoon Na.' She detailed initial rejections, subsequent persuasions, and challenges during filming. Additionally, she addressed changes in Bollywood, noting improved organization but lamenting the decline of direct interpersonal relationships, now mediated by layers of management.

Bollywood's dynamic duo, Ajay Devgn and Kajol, known for their on-screen chemistry and playful off-screen banter, have charmed audiences for decades. Recently, Ajay shared the teaser for 'Maharagni' on Instagram, featuring Kajol in a new stunt-performing role. The film, directed by Charan Tej Uppalapati, also stars Prabhu Deva and Naseeruddin Shah. Ajay captioned the video, “Aali re aali Maharagni aali” in true Singham style, with his sister Tanisha commenting, "Fab @kajol, I can’t stop replaying it! Wanna see more!" This film marks Kajol and Prabhu Deva's on-screen reunion after 27 years, adding to the excitement for fans. 'Maharagni' will be a pan-India release, available in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada. Additionally, Kajol will star in 'Sarzameen' alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran, directed by Kayoze Irani, which will also feature Saif Ali Khan's son, Ibrahim Ali Khan.

Telugu filmmaker Charan Tej Uppalapati is set to make his directorial debut in Hindi with 'Maharagni: Queen of Queens', featuring an ensemble cast including Kajol, Prabhudeva, Naseeruddin Shah, Samyuktha Menon, Jisshu Sengupta, and Aditya Seal.

Naseeruddin Shah at Cannes for 'Manthan' screening, emphasizes need for courageous films on religion. Film directed by Shyam Benegal inspired by Dr Verghese Kurien's life, stars Girish Karnad, Smita Patil, Amrish Puri, premieres at Cannes Classics 2024

Ratna Pathak Shah and Naseeruddin Shah attended the 77th Cannes Film Festival for the screening of Naseeruddin’s film 'Manthan'. Ratna shared candid thoughts about her husband during an interview with Brut India.

Actor Prateik Babbar proudly represented his late mother, actress Smita Patil, at the Cannes Film Festival this year for the screening of the restored version of Manthan (1976) directed by Shyam Benegal.

In an exclusive interview with Hyderabad Times, director Charan Tej Uppalapati opens up about his Bollywood debut film featuring the star cast of Kajol, Prabhu Deva, Naseeruddin Shah, Samyuktha and others.

Director Charan Tej Uppalapati debuts in Bollywood with a star-studded cast, including Kajol, Prabhu Deva, Naseeruddin Shah, and Samyuktha. Known for producing Telugu films like 'Spy,' Charan is thrilled to direct this action-thriller-drama exploring parent-child dynamics. With a highly talented crew and an anticipated teaser release, the film promises an exciting cinematic experience.

Actors Kajol and Prabhu Deva reunite after 27 years in an action thriller directed by Charan Tej Uppalapati. Featuring industry legends like Naseeruddin Shah, the high-budget film promises a visual treat. Fans eagerly await the teaser of this star-studded project. The film is currently being produced and the makers are expected to release its teaser soon.

Naseeruddin Shah discussed struggles with blockbusters 'RRR' and 'Pushpa', praised films like 'Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi' and 'Gulmohar' in a 2023 interview with We Are Yuvaa. He appreciated Mani Ratnam's 'Ponniyin Selvan' for genuine storytelling

Naseeruddin Shah nostalgically recalled his participation in the screening of his 1976 film 'Manthan' at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, almost 50 years post its release. He described the experience as deeply emotional, expressing newfound pride in the film. Walking the red carpet and attending the festival felt surreal to him, the veteran actor shared. Speaking to Brut India, Naseeruddin expressed disbelief at being part of the red carpet ceremony, a dream he never imagined fulfilling. Keeping the occasion simple with his wife, he found it incredibly emotional due to the presence of many friends from the film, including Girish, Smita, and Amrish, who are no longer with us. Seeing familiar faces from the past moved him deeply, making him even prouder of the film, which he has always held close to his heart. The experience brought tears to his eyes, reaffirming the film's enduring impact.