Articles by Shreya Mukherjee
Amit Sadh: I’ve not come here to become a star, I aspire to be an artiste who’s all for equal opportunities
Actor Amit Sadh says every artiste is unique and that uniqueness is what makes him or her shine. He urges aspiring talent aiming to be a part of Bollywood to listen to their inner voice and keep walking.
Published on Feb 06, 2021 06:41 PM IST
Shoojit Sircar on OTT boom: Every boom is welcome as that means we are progressing
Filmmaker Shoojit Sircar says the good thing to have a new medium is that it means consumption is increasing, which leads to creation of more content and that would lead to more opportunities for everyone.
Published on Feb 04, 2021 10:17 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeCourtroom sagas on OTTs a hit with audiences
With shows such as Criminal Justice: Behind Closed Doors , Nail Polish, Illegal, Your Honour and The Verdict – State vs Nanavati doing well on the web, industry insiders talk about what makes courtroom dramas a hit with the audience.
Updated on Feb 03, 2021 09:46 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeNishant Singh Malkhani: The number of followers on social media has become an ego game
Actor Nishant Singh Malkhani says the follower count on social media can’t be the parameter to decide an actor’s talent.
Published on Feb 03, 2021 09:36 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeHarsh Varrdhan Kapoor: There should be legal ramification for abusing people online
Actor Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor says the toxicity on social media needs to be addressed immediately and a proper policing on trolls is the need of the hour.
Published on Feb 02, 2021 04:23 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeMuzamil Ibrahim: I feel everybody is getting intolerant about everything these days
Model-actor Muzamil Ibrahim says we all have the goodness within us and urges everyone to explore that more and do as much as possible for our country, stay united in love and spirit.
Published on Feb 01, 2021 07:48 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeTillotama Shome: Audience has given me the license to dream big, not give in to commercial calibrations
Actor Tillotama Shome says the love and accolades coming her way for her film Sir is heartwarming and motivating.
Published on Jan 31, 2021 05:42 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeDarshan Kumaar: You need to have patience, work hard for Aashrams and Avrodhs to happen to you
Actor Darshan Kumaar says he has always been very particular about the kind of projects he takes up whether it’s on TV, web or in films.
Published on Jan 30, 2021 05:38 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeShubhaavi Choksey: I have the capability and age to play more than just a mother onscreen
Ready to wait for suitable projects to come her way, actor Shubhaavi Choksey is clear she would only take up roles that are interesting, challenging and preferably her age.
Published on Jan 30, 2021 05:31 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeePooja Banerjee: I’m not going to do B-Grade films just to get the Bollywood actor tag
Having learnt from her past experiences, actor Pooja Banerjee says going forward, factors that would matter to her while signing a project would include the banner, director and co-actors.
Published on Jan 30, 2021 05:28 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeTribhanga actor Vaibhav Tatwawaadi: Want to concentrate on lead parts in Hindi films now
Actor Vaibhav Tatwawaadi hopes people would refer to his earlier work and give him the opportunity to play diverse roles in Hindi films.
Updated on Jan 29, 2021 05:23 PM IST
Film industry pin 100% hopes on crossing 50% mark
As the new government guidelines allow seating capacity in theatres more than 50% occupancy, industry rejoices, release of big films expected.
Updated on Jan 29, 2021 10:44 AM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeGul Panag on biases in Bollywood: Everywhere it’s as fair or unfair as you want to see it
Actor Gul Panag says biases exists in every profession but only those who have talent and are hardworking will be able to hold on to their ground.
Published on Jan 28, 2021 05:35 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeShruti Haasan: Keyboard, computer that dad gifted when I turned 18 changed my life
As she turns a year older today, actor-singer Shruti Haasan says her father, veteran actor-filmmaker Kamal Haasan’s gifting her a keyboard and a computer on her 18th birthday will always remain special as music became an integral part of her life.
Published on Jan 28, 2021 12:28 AM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeAahana Kumra: If you’re hardworking, not stuck up about playing only lead roles, there’s enough work
Actor Aahana S Kumra says she said yes to roles many rejected because she would rather keep her doors open, slowly climb up the ladder and be a working actor and not a waiting actor.
Published on Jan 28, 2021 12:01 AM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeHappy Birthday Bobby Deol: The actor who never fails to surprise his fans
As Bobby Deol turns a year older today, we take look at how the actor charmed his audience amid all the ups and downs in his career in Bollywood.
Published on Jan 27, 2021 11:34 AM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeAkshay Oberoi: We lucked out as there were no Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar sort of big films releasing in 2020
Actor Akshay Oberoi says while choosing a project he trusts his intuition, as the idea is to work and improve consistently, rest of the discussions that happens are just noise to him.
Published on Jan 25, 2021 07:04 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeRakul Preet Singh: Web has raised the standards for content, casting and presentation
Actor Rakul Preet Singh feels this is a great time for the entertainment industry as everyone can take liberty with the stories they want to tell and how they want to present them.
Published on Jan 24, 2021 04:43 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeSinger Akhil: Favouritism in Bollywood is reason why many singers lose out on opportunities
Singer Akhil talks about his latest song Dooja Pyaar and why he didn’t take up any other work in Bollywood after his debut with Duniyaa in Luka Chuppi in 2019.
Published on Jan 23, 2021 04:15 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeAvneet Kaur on being body shamed: Trolls don’t deserve even a fraction of our attention
Dancer-actor Avneet Kaur agrees that social media is important, but she insists that it’s neither our life, nor does it define our existence, so one needs to maintain necessary distance.
Updated on Jan 23, 2021 07:47 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeRenee Sen isn’t running away from her surname: I’ll never take it for granted or allow anyone to do that
Actor Sushmita Sen’s daughter, Renee Sen is aware of the privileges that comes with her name, but she isn’t taking any pressure or else she won’t be able to function.
Published on Jan 23, 2021 03:30 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeFresh on-screen pairings in Bollywood to look out for in 2021
From Ananya Panday-Vijay Deverakonda, Rajkummar Rao-Bhumi Pednekar, Akshay Kumar-Manushi Chhillar to Mrunal Thakur-Shahid Kapoor, check out the fresh on-screen couples that would be seen on the big screen this year.
Published on Jan 22, 2021 07:48 PM IST
Shreya Mukherjee, New Delhi
Sukhbir: Misleading listeners with fake likes and views doesn’t make a song hit
Singer Sukhbir Singh, who released his latest song Nachdi online, suggests young musicians to follow the same procedure and not wait for music labels to give them the platform to start their journey.
Updated on Jan 22, 2021 07:43 PM IST
Shreya Mukherjee, New Delhi
Rinku Rajguru: Don’t understand stardom, I enjoy being the way I am
Actor Rinku Rajguru was supposed to make her Bollywood debut with Nagraj Manjule’s Jhund, but her web show Hundred released before that. She has been garnering praises for her performances in the show and also in the anthology film Unpaused.
Published on Jan 21, 2021 12:12 PM IST
Shreya Mukherjee, New Delhi
Vicky Kaushal on theatre Vs OTT: Some films are made for cinematic experience
Actor Vicky Kaushal says that some films are made for the big screen, while there are projects that have the flexibility in terms of mode of consumption.
Published on Jan 21, 2021 12:08 PM IST
Shreya Mukherjee, New Delhi
Gulshan Devaiah says theatre and OTT will co-exist: No medium will be taken over by the other
Actor Gulshan Devaiah says while theatre has its own charm that can never be replaced, OTT too has created its place in the heart of the audience.
Updated on Jan 22, 2021 08:18 PM IST
, New Delhi
Shreya MukherjeeZubeidaa turns 20: Shyam Benegal says love story worked even without a villain
Director Shyam Benegal goes down memory lane as his National Award winning film Zubeidaa completes two decades, recalls how Manoj Bajpayee was initially diffident to play a Maharaja and Karisma Kapoor was nervous.
Published on Jan 19, 2021 09:29 PM IST
Angira Dhar on being choosy: For me work isn’t necessarily equated to money
Actor Angira Dhar talks about how easily on gets stereotyped in showbiz and that she too faced a similar situation after her debut romcom Love Per Square Foot was received well.
Published on Jan 19, 2021 06:50 PM IST
Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor: Box office has zero relevance in deciding film's quality
Actor Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor talks about his journey so far, upcoming films and why he finds the entire expectation around him carrying the legacy of his father Anil Kapoor forward a bit limiting.
Published on Jan 19, 2021 05:30 PM IST
Shivin Narang: No hang ups in doing intimate scenes on OTT if story demands
Actor Shivin Narang says why he did not take up much work on TV last year. He also talks about his 2020 plans and adds that he is keen on exploring OTT.
Published on Jan 19, 2021 05:27 PM IST