IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack released this weekend and it has drawn criticism from a section of social media users. The series, directed by Anubhav Sinha, sheds light on the heartbreaking events of the 1999 hijacking of an Indian Airlines flight by terrorists. While critics have praised the performances, several netizens have accused the series of ‘whitewashing’ the events. They are also upset that the names of the terrorists have been changed.
For More: ‘Boycott IC 814 The Kandahar Hijack’: Netizens Upset With Anubhav Sinha, Here’s Why
Rhea Chakraborty has shared her experience of being in jail following the tragic death of her ex-boyfriend, Sushant Singh Rajput, in 2020. Looking back at that challenging period, she spoke about the crucial role her friends played in helping her cope and how they supported her parents while she and her brother were lodged in Byculla jail.
For More: Rhea Chakraborty’s Friends Would Drink, Dine With Her Parents While She Was In Prison: ‘Kamino, Main Jail…’
Hema Malini starred in Rihaee (1988), alongside Naseeruddin Shah and Vinod Khanna, a film that was considered bold for its time. Directed by Aruna Raje, the movie delved into the lives of women in a rural village, left on their own while their husbands worked in cities. The film boldly addressed themes of female sexuality and the double standards of society, challenging the idea that women must remain chaste while men can fulfill their desires elsewhere.
For More: Hema Malini REACTS to Naseeruddin Shah’s Anxiety Over a Love Scene With Her: ‘Itna Darr Lage Toh…’
Rajesh Khanna, the original superstar of Indian cinema, was the first to experience the phenomenon of superstardom, with his unmatched popularity and massive fan base. From 1970 to 1987, he reigned as the highest-paid actor, delivering 15 consecutive hits before his career took an unexpected dip. But here’s a twist that not many are aware of — despite his dominance at the box office, Rajesh Khanna didn’t take a single rupee for his legendary 1971 film Anand.
For More: Rajesh Khanna Did Anand for FREE but Earned 10 Times More Than His Fee Would Have Been | Here’s How
Rajinikanth has reacted to the Hema Committee report, which highlights issues like sexual harassment, lack of basic facilities, gender bias, and pay disparities in the Malayalam film industry. The findings and subsequent allegations of sexual assault has left the Malayalam industry in shock. Megastar Rajinikanth was recently asked to comment on it.
For More: ‘I Don’t Know…’: Rajinikanth Breaks Silence On Hema Committee Report Gripping Malayalam Film Industry
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