The special re-release screening of 'Satya' became a nostalgic event as actors Manoj Bajpayee, Urmila Matondkar, and director Ram Gopal Varma attended the event. Also present were Anurag Kashyap, Makarand Deshpande, Aditya Srivastava, and Vishal Bhardwaj. The team reminisced about the film, posing for pictures and sharing anecdotes. Manoj Bajpayee wore a T-shirt featuring the film’s poster during the reunion.
16 January,2025 06:30 PM IST
In an exclusive interview with Mayank Shekhar, Manoj Bajpayee reflects on his evolution from 'Satya' to 'Despatch' as a Mumbaikar. His latest film, Despatch, is a gripping crime drama that explores the dark world of journalism, with Bajpayee portraying a journalist. He discusses his experience working with director Kanu Bhel, whose intense character workshops push actors to their emotional limits, often leaving them in tears and in need of therapy. Bajpayee reveals how Bhel’s uncompromising direction challenged him as an actor, helping him reach new heights in his performance in 'Despatch.'
13 January,2025 03:33 PM IST
From playing Bhiku Mhatre in Satya to delving into the crime world as Joy Bag in Despatch, Manoj Bajpayee has nailed the Mumbaikar onscreen more than once. However, despite living in Mumbai for 3 decades, he still doesn't feel at home here. On the latest episode of Mid-day’s podcast series The Bombay Film Story, Manoj, who has set an example of how an outsider can survive in the industry despite various challenges, speaks about his relationship with the city.
08 January,2025 12:00 AM IST
In the ongoing defamation case against Rahul Gandhi, Vinayak Savarkar’s grand-nephew, Satyaki Savarkar, highlighted the serious nature of the accusations. Gandhi’s lawyer requested to be excused from today’s court appearance, and the court granted a temporary exemption. However, the court also warned that strict action would be taken if Gandhi fails to appear at the next hearing, scheduled for January 10th. The case revolves around statements made by Gandhi that have allegedly harmed the reputation of the Savarkar family. The court is closely monitoring the situation, and Gandhi is expected to attend the next hearing unless further exemptions are granted.
03 December,2024 10:15 AM IST
Aditi Saigal, known by her stage name Dot, has been sharing her musical talent on YouTube for quite some time, gaining a steady following with her singing videos. Her big break came with a debut like no other in Zoya Akhtar’s The Archies. In an exclusive interview with Mid-Day.com, she shared the exciting story of how she landed the role, her upcoming performances at Lollapalooza and Bandland in 2025, and much more. Watch the full video to dive into Aditi’s journey!
22 October,2024 06:10 PM IST
Actor Kartik Aaryan and director Kabir Khan got candid about the making of the film 'Chandu Champion' and the challenges faced during the shooting of the film. Directed by Kabir Khan, 'Chandu Champion' tells the inspiring tale of a determined athlete. Kartik Aaryan portrays Chandu in this film, which is based on the life of Murlikant Petkar, India's first Paralympic gold medalist in freestyle swimming. Set to release on June 14, the film aims to engage audiences with its story of resilience and determination. Watch the video for more.
10 June,2024 10:35 PM IST | Mumbai
Some of the best works of Ram Gopal Varma have been gangster dramas like Satya and Company, inspired by the underworld. The filmmaker told Mid-day during our Bombay Film Story podcast, that he never attached any judgement while portraying characters inspired by the world of crime. He also said that real gangsters do not care about how they are portrayed in cinema.
25 May,2024 09:54 PM IST
Manoj Bajpayee's latest film, "Silence 2," premiered on ZEE5 on April 16. Reflecting on his career during an interview, Manoj Bajpayee revisited his role in the 1998 film "Satya," where he played gangster Bhiku Mhatre. The role marked his entry into mainstream cinema and remains iconic. He revealed that due to uncertainties in the film industry at the time, he did not disclose his involvement in "Satya" to his family or friends until the release date was confirmed, fearing the project might be shelved
22 April,2024 04:25 PM IST
Aditi Saigal, aka Dot, who made her acting debut with Zoya Akhtar’s ‘The Archies’ shared her experience of working on the Netflix film and collaborating with some of the top guns of the industry. In an exclusive conversation with ANI, she also shared the story behind her stage name ‘Dot’. 'The Archies', a coming-of-age musical, follows the lives of Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, Reggie, Ethel and Dilton takes audiences to the fictional hilly town of Riverdale. The film explores friendship, freedom love, heartbreak and rebellion. It is currently streaming on Netflix. Watch the full video to find out why is 'The Archies’ a special film!
27 December,2023 12:28 PM IST
54th IFFI: American Actor & Producer Michael Douglas on November 27 was conferred the Satyajit Ray Excellence in Film Lifetime Award at the 54th IFFI. His wife and Actor Catherine Zeta-Jones and son Dylan Douglas also attended the grand event. Both, Michael and Catherine lauded Indian Cinema and its rich history.“It is always a pleasure to be in India...We are looking forward to our time in the South…Well, the Festival is ending tomorrow. We are here at the end of the festival but I think it is so exciting. It is an international festival. You have over 78 countries represented here...You have a big history here in India, with the movies..." said Michael Douglas. "...I love the country and the people so very much...My children were brought up watching 'Om Shanti Om' on a loop...There are so many great movies that I have been able to watch...A movie that I love is 'The Lunchbox'. It was one of my favorite movies and it still is one of my favorite movies of all time. It touched me, it was so well acted, so well directed..." said Welsh Actress Catherine Zeta-Jones.
28 November,2023 03:05 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
