Nawazuddin Siddiqui opens up about suicidal thoughts, rejection and financial struggles, ‘I stood near the railway track and thought, should I just step forward?’ | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

Nawazuddin Siddiqui opens up about suicidal thoughts, rejection and financial struggles, ‘I stood near the railway track and thought, should I just step forward?’ | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

Nawazuddin Siddiqui, who is known for his powerful performances and raw honesty, recently opened up about one of the darkest phases of his life during a heartfelt conversation with Raj Shamani. The actor reflected on the years before 2012 — a period marked by struggle, rejection, and despair — when he even had suicidal thoughts.In…

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‘I made a vegetarian play murderer: Anurag Kashyap reveals Pankaj Tripathi’s discomfort playing the role in ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

‘I made a vegetarian play murderer: Anurag Kashyap reveals Pankaj Tripathi’s discomfort playing the role in ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

Anurag Kashyap revealed that Pankaj Tripathi felt uneasy playing a butcher in ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’. The original producer backed out doubting Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s role, but co-producer Sunil Bora secured a new studio. Anurag’s latest film ‘Nishaanchi’ released in theaters this September. Anurag Kashyap’s 2012 movie ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ is known for bringing new talent to…

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Anurag Kashyap says studio wanted Nawazuddin Siddiqui replaced with a bigger star in Gangs of Wasseypur, ‘I left my fees for the film’ | – The Times of India

Anurag Kashyap says studio wanted Nawazuddin Siddiqui replaced with a bigger star in Gangs of Wasseypur, ‘I left my fees for the film’ | – The Times of India

Anurag Kashyap’s Gangs of Wasseypur has gone down in history as one of Hindi cinema’s most defining cult films, but the journey to get it made was anything but smooth. The filmmaker recently revealed that the production house originally backing the project, UTV, dropped out just three days before the shoot began — all because…

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‘Rashmika Mandanna works 12-hour shifts without complaints’: ‘Thamma’ director Aditya Sarpotdar praises the actresses’ dedication | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

‘Rashmika Mandanna works 12-hour shifts without complaints’: ‘Thamma’ director Aditya Sarpotdar praises the actresses’ dedication | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

Aditya Sarpotdar, director of ‘Thamma’, supports 12-hour shifts for actors, emphasizing fairness and health. He respects Deepika Padukone’s 8-hour demand but highlights Rashmika Mandanna’s dedication working longer without complaints. ‘Thamma’ stars Ayushmann Khurrana as a journalist turned vampire fighting evil, blending horror and comedy. Aditya Sarpotdar, the director of ‘Thamma’, is currently basking in the…

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Thamma box office day 12: Nawazuddin Siddiqui film mints Rs 115.9 crore, beats Dragon’s lifetime earnings | – The Times of India

Thamma box office day 12: Nawazuddin Siddiqui film mints Rs 115.9 crore, beats Dragon’s lifetime earnings | – The Times of India

Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s horror comedy Thamma continues its strong box office run, earning Rs 4.5 crore on its second Saturday to reach a total of Rs 116 crore. The film has now surpassed the lifetime earnings of Munjya and Dragon in India, demonstrating its sustained popularity despite competition. Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika…

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Ayushmann Khurrana reveals the ‘Vikaspuri ke Wolverine’ line was improvised by him; says, ‘Delhi ka local…’ | – The Times of India

Ayushmann Khurrana reveals the ‘Vikaspuri ke Wolverine’ line was improvised by him; says, ‘Delhi ka local…’ | – The Times of India

In a triumphant cinematic moment, Ayushmann Khurrana celebrates the success of his newest project, ‘Thamma’. The standout line, ‘Vikaspuri ka Wolverine’, was born from Khurrana’s spontaneous creativity, showcasing his improvisational skills. He also reflected on his early days alongside co-star Varun Dhawan, commending Dhawan’s impeccable timing in their electrifying fight scenes. Ayushmann Khurrana is currently…

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Thamma box office day 6: Ayushmann Khurrana-Rashmika Mandanna film maintains a steady graph, earns over Rs 90 crore | – The Times of India

Thamma box office day 6: Ayushmann Khurrana-Rashmika Mandanna film maintains a steady graph, earns over Rs 90 crore | – The Times of India

Ayushmann Khurrana’s ‘Thamma’ is a box office hit, crossing Rs 91 crore domestically and Rs 100 crore worldwide within five days. The horror-comedy, part of the Maddock Universe, saw a significant surge on its fifth day, indicating growing audience interest. Khurrana praised co-star Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s generosity on set, despite a minor on-screen mishap. Thamma, starring…

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‘Thamma’ Vs ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’ box office day 6 (LIVE): The Ayushmann Khurrana starrer expected to see growth on Sunday, crosses Rs 80 crore | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

‘Thamma’ Vs ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’ box office day 6 (LIVE): The Ayushmann Khurrana starrer expected to see growth on Sunday, crosses Rs 80 crore | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Nawazuddin Siddiqui starrer horror comedy, ‘Thamma’ released in cinemas on Diwali. As the film gets closer to a week at the box office, it is inching towards Rs 100 crore. ‘Thamma’ was a wide release but it faced competition from Harshvardhan Rane starrer ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’ also starring Sonam Bajwa….

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Thamma box office day 5: Ayushmann Khurrana-Rashmika Mandanna film shows growth, hits Rs 78 crore | – The Times of India

Thamma box office day 5: Ayushmann Khurrana-Rashmika Mandanna film shows growth, hits Rs 78 crore | – The Times of India

Ayushmann Khurrana’s ‘Thamma’ is a box office hit, crossing Rs 78.60 crore by its fifth day and surpassing previous films. The horror-comedy opened strong, earning Rs 24 crore on day one. Khurrana expressed gratitude to fans and family for the film’s success, while Rashmika Mandanna shared her dedication, shooting a song despite a foot fracture….

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‘Thamma’ star Nawazuddin Siddiqui jumps into the 8-hour shift debate: ‘Sabke liye hone chahiye’ | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

‘Thamma’ star Nawazuddin Siddiqui jumps into the 8-hour shift debate: ‘Sabke liye hone chahiye’ | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

The departure of Deepika Padukone from two Telugu films has sparked a vigorous discussion about work-life balance in the film industry. Nawazuddin Siddiqui spoke out, emphasizing the need for reasonable working hours for all artists. Padukone had earlier noted that while male lead actors often enjoy 8-hour workdays without much debate, the same cannot be…

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