Innehållsförteckning för November 2020 från STARDUST

Why did you choose to change the title for the Hindi remake of your Tamil film ‘Kanchana’? Our Tamil film was named after the main lead character Kanchana. Kanchana means ‘gold’ which is a form of Lakshmi. Earlier I considered going the same way for the Hindi remake but we collectively decided that the name must appeal to the Hindi audience as well and what better than Laxmi. By God’s grace, it was turning out to be a cracker of a film, so we named it Laxmi. The transgender lead character is powerful and radiant. Hence, the name fits perfectly. Tell us about your thoughts on the story and the different characters in the film. The story was created to give the audience a mix of horror and comedy experience…

“I feel the more I watch, the more I do, the more I learn.”- Sikander Kher You’re one of the most underrated actors in the entertainment industry but an amazing performer, why do we see so less of you on screen? You know something, I think you must ask this question to those who are making a lot of films. Jokes aside, you will get to see a lot more of me in the coming days. I’m really enjoying the work that I’m doing these days, the projects that I’m getting to be a part of. Things are looking very bright for me right now so yeah, I’m looking forward to entertaining you all a lot more. Tell us about your character in MumBhai? My character is named Rama Shetty.…

“I had to put in my savings, sell my wife’s jewellery to pay interest of the loans and even borrow from friends…” He’s fanatically passionate about his films. His belief is supreme… for he believes in only good content. And despite the challenges or the many ups and downs in his life, he has always come out with good cinema. No wonder, he’s bagged prestigious awards from all across the world for his films Cakewalk, Seasons Greetings and now Rickshawalla has been honoured at so many international film festivals including the Global Film and Music Festival at Virginia, USA and has even won the top most honour for best film (social message) at Cardiff Film Festival. Meet the multi-faceted and extremely talented Ram Kamal Mukherjee who despite the odds has…

Sensuous. Sassy. Stunning. That’s right, shorts look so cool yet sexy. In the Fall Winter 2020 phase, stylish shorts have scaled the trend ladder… And, how! We pick some gorgeous Bollywood divas who raise the temp in their hip ‘n’ hot shorts. So what are you waiting for…? Get your rating grades and mark these actresses according to who flaunted the hot shorts look best.…

…Perhaps the most used or misused word in Bollywood today is “nepotism”. That’s right… and it’s none-other than the Queen Kangana Ranaut who can be thanked for introducing the contentious “nepotism” into the Bollywood lexicon plumb in the middle of KJo’s controversial couch, on the ‘Koffee with Karan’ show. Agreed, at that point nobody had the guts to call a spade a spade and when the firebrand Kangana spoke out, it sure as hell sparked off a nation-wide vitriolic debate on “nepotism” that went on and on until even the embers refused to die down for a long time. Her call to take down nepotism hit a chord with a lot of people and there was a movement within Bollywood wherein good actors started coming into the forefront especially on…

“I think the pandemic took care of the insider-outsider debate for me… Right now, the audiences are the ones deciding who they like and who they don’t!” Vijay, you’re one of the finest actors in the industry but I think you’ve been “discovered” only after the web series era, were there many challenges you faced? How has the journey been? Thank you for the compliment. The process of discovery started with Pink and Gully Boy. During the lockdown, a lot of work came about and people were consuming a lot of content and most of my work that was pending came out during this time, and the work reached several people. So in a way, the discovery kind-of became big in the last few months. Having said that, it has…

Sharman you became a hot fave with the public after Range De Basanti and 3 idiots, in fact, at that point everybody though that you had reached the pinnacle of success. Do you agree that these two films were the defining point of your career as an actor? Let’s hope that there is more to come but there is no denying that these two films were the turning point of my career. I became a name that was recognised post these films but in the coming time I hope I can offer more films to the audience that they can remember me for. But after 3 idiots, your career went into a different tangent? Was it something that you knowingly did – change the direction your career was taking? Films…

“Either be in a relationship and be committed or else don’t be in one …and have fun being single.” – Zuber K Khan You became an actor because… Firstly, because I love being an actor. Also, it’s remarkable how easily a lie can be given wings of truth to portrait something good (and you get paid for it too). Secondly, you can be anyone as an actor - I have an Engineers’ degree but as an actor, I can play the role of a doctor or teacher or whatever. Could you tell us about your journey in the entertainment world? It all started when I was 16. I used to play cricket and represented on the state level – I even got selected in the nationals too. But I got…

Mane Attraction Savio avers, “This season is extremely special as it’s been an extremely unpredictable year. Fashion, makeup and even hair trends are going to be different from what usually is around this time of the year with Diwali, Christmas and New Year just ‘round the corner. People are finally getting out after the lockdown with a reason to look and feel good. But since the new norm is “be at home” so mostly everyone at home are trying more low maintenance styles.” What’s In • Hair colours are more subtle yet low maintenance.• Subtle highlights are “in” rather than boring globals that need to be touched up every month.• Balayage is something that has been trending even now as its low maintenance.• A lot of braids are trending as…

“I STARTED OUT AS AN ACTOR AT THE AGE OF 17 - AND I THINK IT WAS A BIG MISTAKE!”-SUJOY MUKERJI Filmalaya Studios’ director, actor, producer and director Sujoy Mukerji in a super candid interview talks to Sumita Chakraborty about producing and directing films, getting into films too early, depression and more. He’s the son of the legendary Joy Mukerji. Not only that he comes from a family of legends - Sashadar Mukherjee, Ashok Kumar, Kishore Kumar, Kajol, Rani to so many others – who have made an indelible niche in the Hindi film industry. Sujoy Mukerji who started out as an actor at the age of 17 but moved to be a producer and director over the years, did everything on his own steam. He went on to produce…

“Doing a song for the biggest superstar of Bollywood - Mr. Akshay Kumar - as a debutant is a dream come true!”– Viruss Though the original song ‘Bam Bhole’ was already a hit with more than 350 million+ views, Viruss’ debut in Laxmi with Bam Bhole has been appreciated for it’s pulsating energy and amazing vibe by none-other than Akshay Kumar himself. So it’s no wonder, Viruss is on cloud nine. In an exclusive interview, Viruss’ talks about his journey, Akshay Kumar, the film Laxmi and of course his energetic Bam Bhole. Read on… How did your musical journey begin? I have always been passionate about music, but it was in 2014 when I chose it as a profession. Then I went to Mumbai to try my luck and fortunately,…

He is undoubtedly one of the wittiest actors in the industry. Of course, in the days of yore when being “politically correct” was considered boring, Shatrughan Sinha’s interviews were a revelation. And, how! He didn’t pull any punches or duck to any googlies, instead his sharp retorts were on point, smart and rib-ticklingly funny. Today, Shatrughan Sinha is one of the most respected actors in the industry. He has also stepped into the domain of politics and has done some very good work. Of course as the current trend is to play safe, Mr Sinha has mellowed down a tad bit… perhaps because he has entered the hallowed arena of politics where being “politically correct” is the rule of the game. However, his answers, debates and retorts are as colourful…