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Madhuri Dixit’s husband Dr Sriram Nene was shocked to see people at their wedding reception, only recognised Amitabh Bachchan, didn’t know of her stardom before that

At the peak of her stardom and career, Madhuri Dixit made the surprising decision to step away from films and settle into a quieter life in the US with her husband, Shriram Nene. When she got married and left movies, she left the hearts of many fans heartbroken. Interestingly, when the two got married, Nene…

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Madhuri Dixit’s husband Dr Sriram Nene’s parents refused to fund him if he didn’t become a doctor or engineer: ‘It was rewarding’ |

Madhuri Dixit left fans and the film industry surprised when she tied the knot with US-based cardiovascular surgeon Shriram Nene in 1999 and left movies. The wedding, held on October 17 at her elder brother’s home in Southern California, was a low-key affair, and little was publicly known about Dr Nene at the time. Born…

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Sriram Raghavan reveals how a ‘short film’ became the Ayushmann Khurrana starrer ‘Andhadhun’: ‘I loved it so much’ |

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…

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Sriram Raghavan breaks silence on ‘Ikkis’ backlash; says, ‘Those who are objecting probably haven’t seen the film’ |

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….

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Sriram Raghavan admits he wasn’t happy with Ikkis disclaimer calling Pakistan ‘not at all trustworthy’; cites Badlapur changes as example | Hindi Movie News

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…

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Not Agastya Nanda but Varun Dhawan was the first choice for ‘Ikkis’; Sriram Raghavan explains why the change | Hindi Movie News

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…

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Akshay Kumar’s niece Simar Bhatia shares emotional gratitude note for Agastya Nanda, Sriram Raghavan and Ikkis team ahead of her debut, ‘Mann Neevan, Matt Ucchi’ |

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…

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Ikkis’: Dharmendra’s ‘pain of leaving his home in Punjab’ and ‘poems’ became part of Agastya Nanda starrer, reveals Sriram Raghavan | Hindi Movie News

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…

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‘Ikkis’ director Sriram Raghavan says he would never make a movie like ‘Dhurandhar’; filmmaker adds, ‘It is not our kind of film’ |

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…

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