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Filmmaker Sriram Raghavan shared the genesis of his critically acclaimed film ‘Andhadhun’. He revealed that a short film by Hemant Rao sparked his interest, leading to its adaptation into a feature. Despite a smooth production, the team explored numerous plot twists and endings for the gripping narrative about a piano player entangled in a murder…
Director Sriram Raghavan said he was surprised by how audiences received Ikkis in theaters, noting that early army screenings were highly positive. He suggested critics may not have seen the film yet and hopes they’ll watch it soon. Ikkis, based on Arun Kheterpal’s life, marks Agastya Nanda’s debut and features Dharmendra in his final role….
Months after Ikkis hit theatres and earned critical acclaim, director Sriram Raghavan has addressed the controversy surrounding the film’s disclaimer that called Pakistan “not at all trustworthy.” In a recent interview, the filmmaker admitted that he was not personally happy with the inclusion of the statement.Speaking to The Wire, Raghavan said, “A lot of people…
MELBOURNE: On a day when fans across the grounds were reaching for their jackets, alternates Sriram Balaji and his Austrian partner Neil Oberleitner lent some cheer to the Indian contingent when they stopped the French-Aussie pairing of Pierre-Hugues Herbert and Jordan Thompson 7-6 (4), 3-6, 7-6 (8) in two hours and 43 minutes in a…
Agastya Nanda takes center stage in Sriram Raghavan’s ‘Ikkis’, embodying the valiant Arun Khetarpal, a young recipient of the Param Vir Chakra. Originally intended for Varun Dhawan, the role was tailored for Nanda, aligning better with the character’s youthful journey. This film also marks a poignant farewell for Dharmendra, enjoying both critical acclaim and promising…
Simar Bhatia, Akshay Kumar’s niece and daughter of Alka Bhatia, marked the end of 2025 with an emotional post as she prepares for her acting debut in Ikkis. Sharing behind-the-scenes moments from the film’s sets on December 31, Simar began her note by writing, “2025. I don’t even know where to begin. I want to…
In the upcoming biographical war drama ‘Ikkis,’ legendary actor Dharmendra graces the screen with an emotionally charged performance as Brigadier ML Khetarpal, the father of heroic soldier Arun Khetarpal. Under the skillful direction of Sriram Raghavan, the film showcases how Dharmendra’s rich life experiences and deeply poetic soul enrich his portrayal. The news of Dharmendra’s…
Filmmaker Sriram Raghavan expressed his admiration for the box office hit ‘Dhurandhar’ by Aditya Dhar, but firmly stated that he would never venture into a similar filmmaking territory. He appreciates the film’s success and compelling performances; however, he feels that its style does not resonate with his artistic vision or the evolving landscape of thriller…
As we ring in the New Year, veteran actor Dharmendra’s swan song, ‘Ikkis’, directed by the acclaimed Sriram Raghavan, is set to grace the big screen. The filmmaker shared a poignant insight: Dharmendra only viewed the first half of this war drama, leaving Raghavan with a bittersweet feeling. Read on. Hindi cinema icon Dharmendra‘s last…
Sriram Raghavan shares Dharmendra’s final film ‘Ikkis’ memories: tough October dubbing amid health woes, Urdu line rewrites, Jaideep chemistry, and eager prep. The icon’s passion swayed the project; he passed November 24, weeks before release, leaving deep regret. Dharmendra‘s legendary career concludes with Sriram Raghavan‘s war epic ‘Ikkis’. The veteran actor left us on November…
