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It has been 14 years since Bejoy Nambiar’s Shaitan hit the big screen. Subhash K Jha looks back at the drama and talks with the director about making the film.

In Bejoy Nambiar’ Shaitan, the skilful interweavement of strong storytelling and powerful performances(where do all these talented youngsters come from?!) is underpinned by a wild sense of humour that shows up at the oddest of places to remind us that cinema is not about following all the punctuation rules of storytelling. It’s about knowing when and where to revv up the drama to just that right pitch of crescendo to carry us into a tripped-out world of hedonism and redemption.

This stunning tale of five misguided youngsters from the uppercrust displays a flair for unleashing an energy that leaves us breathless with anticipation. It’s tough to keep up with the film’s unbridled zest for momentum. From...

Get ready for “Tu Yaa Main,” the film that everyone’s been buzzing about! Starring the talented Adarsh Gourav and the charming Shanaya Kapoor, this romantic thriller is set to kick off filming in early June. With Bejoy Nambiar directing and Aanand L Rai’s Colour Yellow Productions behind it, this movie promises to deliver a thrilling mix of suspense, romance, and drama.

The teaser that dropped in March has already created quite a stir among fans and critics. It offers a sneak peek into a gripping storyline where Gourav and Kapoor play social media influencers who unwittingly find themselves caught in a perilous survival game during a content-creation trip in the scenic backwaters. The chemistry between the two leads is electric, and their dynamic on screen is bound to captivate audiences.

This film marks the first time Adarsh Gourav and Shanaya Kapoor are sharing the screen, and fans can...

In a film industry obsessed with noise, Ankith Madhav is quietly building a reputation for precision. Whether it’s the clipped authority of Yogesh Yadav in Kannur Squad or the understated intensity in Richie Mehta’s Poacher, there’s something strikingly deliberate about the way he moves through roles—like an actor who knows the power of restraint.

Originally based in Mumbai before the pandemic, Ankith now works largely out of Kochi. It’s a geographical shift that’s gone unnoticed by many, especially after Kannur Squad positioned him convincingly as a North Indian officer. For audiences and casting directors alike, his fluency in Hindi and body language lent an authenticity that blurred lines between actor and character.

“I still get messages asking if I’m from outside Kerala,” Ankit Madhav says with a half-smile, but there’s no frustration—just the quiet satisfaction of a performance that convinced.

If...

Subhash K Jha spoke with the powerhouse performer Mita Vashisht about her experiences working on Govind Nihalani’s powerful drama Droh Kaal, which also featured Om Puri, Amrish Puri, Naseeruddin Shah, and Ila Arun.

Droh Kaal was an important film for your career?

Thirty years of Droh Kaal ! It is worth celebrating. It continues to resonate with our times. It is one of the most powerful and evocative films committed to principles of life and character. Droh Kaal also continues to be one of the most original scripts ever written. There is another unique aspect to Droh Kaal .

And what is that?

Normally, it is South Indian films which are remade into Hindi. But in this case, it was the other way around: Kamal Haasanji had taken the rights of Droh Kaal and made a Tamil film Kuruthipunal. And that, too, was successful.

Droh Kaal was your first significant lead,...

Bejoy Nambiar’s latest film Tu Yaa Main brings together Adarsh Gourav and Shanaya Kapoor in a tense mix of romance and survival. Backed by Aanand L. Rai’s Colour Yellow Productions, the film is set for a theatrical release on Valentine’s Day 2026.

The teaser introduces Adarsh Gourav’s character, a YouTuber setting off on an outdoor adventure near Mumbai. His journey shifts when he meets Kapoor’s character, a celebrity with a larger following. Their interaction hints at flirtation and collaboration until a sudden shift in tone. A crocodile emerges in the water, pulling Adarsh’s character under as Shanaya watches in shock. The footage signals a film built on suspense, survival, and psychological tension.

Director Bejoy Nambiar, known for Shaitan, Wazir, and Taish, describes the project as a thriller that plays with contrasting emotions. “Adarsh and Shanaya’s chemistry and their opposing energies will make Tu Yaa Main a wild ride,...

Tu Yaa Main Teaser Review Ft. Shanaya Kapoor & Adarsh Gourav! ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Times have changed and so has love language. This generation doesn’t depend on the classic ‘Aankhon Aankhon Mein Ishara’ wali mohabbat. They are more raw and real! Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gourav turn this real modern fling who bump into each other in a very real circumstance for their upcoming film Tu Yaa Main!

What marks as Shanaya’s debut film, is a racy fast-paced thriller, where two young infuencers meet while making a vlog for their channel at a very unique location. They bump, sparks fly, but they prioritize themselves first and close a deal for a collab. Is there a barter involved? Not sure!

Does this fling change into something more? Not sure! Is it a date? Probably, Yes! But this Bloody adventure takes a sharp Khoon Bhari Maang twist because there seems to be a ‘crocodile’ involved!

India’s Colour Yellow continues its streak of unconventional storytelling with “Tu Yaa Main,” a new thriller pairing BAFTA nominee Adarsh Gourav with newcomer Shanaya Kapoor in what the filmmakers describe as an “ultimate date fright film.”

The project marks the first collaboration between producers Aanand L. Rai and director Bejoy Nambiar, known for his atmospheric thriller “Shaitan.” The teaser unfolds in what’s described as “hauntingly atmospheric backwaters,” offering glimpses of a narrative that oscillates between romance and pulse-pounding suspense.

The film is positioned as an adrenaline-charged experience that seamlessly blends love, primal terror, and survival. Produced by Himanshu Sharma (the “Haseen Dillruba” franchise) and written by Abhishek Bandekar, the core narrative thrives on the lead pair’s strikingly different socio-economic backgrounds — a deliberate clash that speaks to the characters’ conflicting worldviews.

“With ‘Tu Yaa Main,’ we’re pushing the boundaries of romance and survival in a way that...

Bejoy Nambiar’s second feature film David (after Shaitaan) interconnects the lives of three characters named David, played with outstanding conviction by actors belonging to three different generations. They three protagonists who by chance share the same name didn’t have to be linked in the plot at all. Each David occupies a distinctive emotional spatial and chronological dimension. Each story is told with a muted flourish that eschews the flamboyant edginess of a recent,highly favoured and over-flavoured genre of Hindi cinema…you know the Anurag Kashyap, Vishal Bharadwaj genre where the characters are darkly drawn from life’s most somber colours.

Nambiar’s universe is populated by victims who refuse to bow down to what we call destiny and what in many circumstances is plain cowardice. In the hard-hitting story about a young rock musician’s conflict with religious fundamentalism Vinay Virmani(a prized find) confronts Hindu radical...

Heeramandi Star Aditi Rao Hydari Recalls How Amitabh Bachchan Moved Her To Tears During Wazir- Find Out Why. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Aditi Rao Hydari, hypnotized with her beauty and grace on screen, and her recent performance in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s debut web series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, is being widely praised. The actress has worked with eminent film personalities, including Bollywood’s mega-star Amitabh Bachchan. She recently remembered her time in Wazir alongside Bachchan Senior and shared her experience. Keep scrolling for more.

For the unversed, Wazir was released in 2016, and it was directed by Bejoy Nambiar and produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. Farhan Akhtar was in the lead role alongside Ab and Aditi. It also featured Manav Kaul and Neil Nitin Mukesh. As per reports, it was supposed to be Chopra’s first Hollywood movie with Rain Man star Dustin Hoffman in the lead. Unfortunately, things did not go as planned,...

The Shaitan & David director Bejoy Nambiar’s ‘Dange’ is a dark students’ saga set in Goa. The narrative is a cross between college students conflicts within and outside. Dange begins with a promising scene when a sloshed Zeel (Harshvardhan Rane) rushes to present his paper the 4th time, with great help from his friends but fails to make it even after standing in front of the professors due to his imbalanced mental condition.

Dange is primarily about Zeel and Yuva (Ehan Bhat) who were best (childhood) friends but one incidence sours their friendship; Yuva faces molestation and humiliation for which he blames Zeel, now his senior in the college. Yuva is deeply affected by the incident. There is also Gayatri (T J Bhanu) seeking justice for a young Dalit student who was raped and impregnated. Yuva and Zeel, driven by their own conflicts, eventually realize a greater threat when they overhear plans to harm Gayatri.

The trailer of the upcoming film ‘Dange’ was unveiled on Friday. The film stars Harshvardhan Rane, Nikita Dutta, Ehan Bhatt, Sanchana Natarajan and Kalidas Jayram. The trailer of the film was launched by Bollywood star John Abraham, and it promises an intense cinematic experience as it delves into the intricacies of human nature, highlighting the turmoil and ruggedness within the characters portrayed.

The film has been directed by Bejoy Nambiar, who is known for ‘Shaitan’ and ‘Taish’. In the Hindi version, Harshvardhan Rane and Ehan Bhatt take on lead roles, with Nikita Dutta and Tj Bhanu playing pivotal characters.

The Tamil version of the film is titled ‘Por’, and it stars Arjun Das, Kalidas Jayram, Tj Bhanu, and Sanchana Natarajan. The film’s half-and-half poster showcases a rivalry between two friends which takes centre stage during a cultural college festival.

Director Bejoy Nambiar expressed his gratitude for the enthusiastic response,...

Hardhvarshan Rane, Ehan Bhat, Nikita Dutta and Tj Bhanu starrer Bejoy Nambiar’s Hindi-Tamil Bilingual film unveils the first song from the film ‘Le Le Pangey’ giving the audience a glimpse into the world of ‘Dange/ Por.’

The song is a high on energy, passionate conflict between the college-mates highlighting the angst and roughness within the characters portrayed. ‘Le Le Pangey’ is sung by Sanjith Hegde, Anurag Kulkarni, Varsha S Krishnan, while the infectious music is composed by Sanjith Hegde and lyrics written by Kausar Munir. The Tamil version of the song titled ‘Asaraadhe’ is sung by – Sanjith Hegde, Varsha S Krishnan, composed by Sanjith Hegde and penned by Krithika Nelson.

The film challenges viewers to “Pick A Side,” as a rivalry between two friends take centre stage in a cultural college festival. ‘Dange/Por’ is slated for a theatrical release on 1st March 2024.

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Hardhvarshan Rane, Ehan Bhat, Nikita Dutta and Tj Bhanu starrer Bejoy Nambiar’s Hindi-Tamil bilingual film unveils the first song from the film ‘Le Le Pangey’ giving the audience a glimpse into the world of ‘Dange’ / ‘Por’. Le Le Pangey: The first song from ‘Dange’ offers a sneak peek into the intriguing realm of the film.

The song is a high on energy, passionate conflict between the college-mates highlighting the angst and roughness within the characters portrayed. ‘Le Le Pangey’ is sung by Sanjith Hegde, Anurag Kulkarni, Varsha S Krishnan, while the infectious music is composed by Sanjith Hegde and lyrics written by Kausar Munir. The Tamil version of the song titled ‘Asaraadhe’ is sung by – Sanjith Hegde, Varsha S Krishnan, composed by Sanjith Hegde and penned by Krithika Nelson.

The film challenges viewers to ‘Pick A Side’, as a rivalry between two friends take centre stage in a cultural college festival.

Actor Anjumm Shharma, who is awaiting the release of his upcoming streaming series ‘Sultan of Delhi’, earlier worked as an assistant director to Aanand L. Rai, in the initial phase of the career. It was during the scripting of the superhit film ‘Tanu Weds Manu part 1’ that Anjumm decided to make a move into acting.

In fact, it was the ‘Atrangi Re’ director who pushed Anjumm for his first workshop.

Talking about the same, Anjumm said: “This was the time when Aanand sir was scripting ‘Tanu Weds Manu part 1’ and I had thought of moving ahead. While I was assisting him, I had decided that I want to explore and venture into the work of performing arts. I remember telling him one afternoon that I want to pursue acting. In fact, he only suggested my first ever acting workshop. Soon after two months of the acting workshop, I started giving auditions across various mediums — films,...

Actor Anjumm Shharma, who is awaiting the release of his upcoming streaming series ‘Sultan of Delhi’, earlier worked as an assistant director to Aanand L. Rai, in the initial phase of the career. It was during the scripting of the superhit film ‘Tanu Weds Manu part 1’ that Anjumm decided to make a move into acting.

In fact, it was the ‘Atrangi Re’ director who pushed Anjumm for his first workshop.

Talking about the same, Anjumm said: “This was the time when Aanand sir was scripting ‘Tanu Weds Manu part 1’ and I had thought of moving ahead. While I was assisting him, I had decided that I want to explore and venture into the work of performing arts. I remember telling him one afternoon that I want to pursue acting. In fact, he only suggested my first ever acting workshop. Soon after two months of the acting workshop, I started giving auditions across various mediums — films,...

Actress Elisha Mayor, who plays Aaloka in ‘Kaala’, dived into her character’s mindset, channeled her fearless side, and even dressed the part. Talking about the same, Elisha in ‘Kaala’ said: “Aaloka is a footballer, but before developing her physicality, I wanted to understand her mentality. She is very different from me, and to find her in me, I had to tap into an unabashed, fearless, reckless side of myself. Apart from practicing football, I used emotional triggers to understand how she feels and thinks; and so how she acts and behaves came to me as I started dressing up like her and expressing myself as her.”

“The series has a dark theme and Aaloka on paper was just a tough, tenacious and feisty young athlete. I understood that she’s also just a young girl, who has her own vulnerabilities and weaknesses, which she guards by fighting back and acting tough.

Actress Elisha Mayor, who plays Aaloka in ‘Kaala’, dived into her character’s mindset, channeled her fearless side, and even dressed the part. Talking about the same, Elisha in ‘Kaala’ said: “Aaloka is a footballer, but before developing her physicality, I wanted to understand her mentality. She is very different from me, and to find her in me, I had to tap into an unabashed, fearless, reckless side of myself. Apart from practicing football, I used emotional triggers to understand how she feels and thinks; and so how she acts and behaves came to me as I started dressing up like her and expressing myself as her.”

“The series has a dark theme and Aaloka on paper was just a tough, tenacious and feisty young athlete. I understood that she’s also just a young girl, who has her own vulnerabilities and weaknesses, which she guards by fighting back and acting tough.

Actor Avinash Tiwary and actress Nivetha Pethuraj, who are receiving a lot of positive response to their recently released streaming show ‘Kaala’, recollected an incident from the shoot that led to the stalling of filming. It was one wrong punch that resulted in temporary suspension of the filming for the show. Avinash miscalculated the punch leading to Nivetha profusely bleeding through her nose.

Talking about the incident, Nivetha Pethuraj said: “It was a beautiful day when we went to shoot this action sequence where Avinash Tiwary by mistake hit too close and ended up punching me in the nose. I immediately started bleeding and we had to stop the shoot for 30 minutes and because of this, the name Sharpshooter Sitara was born.”

Elaborating further, Avinash Tiwary said: “After the punch, all I remember is getting really concerned and profusely apologising, saying, ‘I’m so sorry that this happened’. It was...

Actor Avinash Tiwary and actress Nivetha Pethuraj, who are receiving a lot of positive response to their recently released streaming show ‘Kaala’, recollected an incident from the shoot that led to the stalling of filming. It was one wrong punch that resulted in temporary suspension of the filming for the show. Avinash miscalculated the punch leading to Nivetha profusely bleeding through her nose.

Talking about the incident, Nivetha Pethuraj said: “It was a beautiful day when we went to shoot this action sequence where Avinash Tiwary by mistake hit too close and ended up punching me in the nose. I immediately started bleeding and we had to stop the shoot for 30 minutes and because of this, the name Sharpshooter Sitara was born.”

Elaborating further, Avinash Tiwary said: “After the punch, all I remember is getting really concerned and profusely apologising, saying, ‘I’m so sorry that this happened’. It was...

Actor Taher Shabbir, who is currently seen in ‘Kaala’, has talked about his camaraderie with veteran actor Shakti Kapoor and shared his experience of portraying a villainous role and how he perfectly embodied the character. Taher quotes, “This is my very first collaboration with the talented director Bejoy Nambiar, and I am genuinely thrilled that audiences are witnessing my work in a project directed by Bejoy Bhai.”

The actor said: “I had an incredible support system as my cast, and our time together during the shoot break was enjoyable. Shakti Kapoor sir was incredibly kind, He is a truly warm-hearted person. I cherished every moment on set. I am immensely thankful to our viewers for embracing my character of Naman Arya. I cannot express my gratitude enough to the universe and all my fans. Continue pouring your love; I promise to work tirelessly for you.”

Previously seen sharing the screen with Kiara Advani in ‘Guilty,...

Actor Taher Shabbir, who is currently seen in ‘Kaala’, has talked about his camaraderie with veteran actor Shakti Kapoor and shared his experience of portraying a villainous role and how he perfectly embodied the character. Taher quotes, “This is my very first collaboration with the talented director Bejoy Nambiar, and I am genuinely thrilled that audiences are witnessing my work in a project directed by Bejoy Bhai.”

The actor said: “I had an incredible support system as my cast, and our time together during the shoot break was enjoyable. Shakti Kapoor sir was incredibly kind, He is a truly warm-hearted person. I cherished every moment on set. I am immensely thankful to our viewers for embracing my character of Naman Arya. I cannot express my gratitude enough to the universe and all my fans. Continue pouring your love; I promise to work tirelessly for you.”

Previously seen sharing the screen with Kiara Advani in ‘Guilty,...

Actor Rohan Vinod Mehra, who plays the character of Subhendu Mukherjee in the gritty crime thriller ‘Kaala’, opened up about his favourite moments from the show, specially the scenes with Elisha Mayor.

In ‘Kaala’ we see how Rohan aka Subhendu’s relationships with his family, friends, and comrades are at the heart of the story. It reminds us that the connections we form can profoundly influence the way we navigate life’s journey, just as the character’s bonds shape the theme of the show.

Talking about the same, Rohan said: “My focus was on understanding who this man truly was because, in the end, regardless of our age, whether we’re teenagers, in our twenties, thirties, or sixties, we all share certain emotions and react to situations in specific ways. Most importantly, we all have relationships with people.”

“For me, honing in on Subhendu and later Adinath Bagchi’s relationships with those around them,...

Actor Rohan Vinod Mehra, who plays the character of Subhendu Mukherjee in the gritty crime thriller ‘Kaala’, opened up about his favourite moments from the show, specially the scenes with Elisha Mayor.

In ‘Kaala’ we see how Rohan aka Subhendu’s relationships with his family, friends, and comrades are at the heart of the story. It reminds us that the connections we form can profoundly influence the way we navigate life’s journey, just as the character’s bonds shape the theme of the show.

Talking about the same, Rohan said: “My focus was on understanding who this man truly was because, in the end, regardless of our age, whether we’re teenagers, in our twenties, thirties, or sixties, we all share certain emotions and react to situations in specific ways. Most importantly, we all have relationships with people.”

“For me, honing in on Subhendu and later Adinath Bagchi’s relationships with those around them,...

An investigative thriller that happens to be a period drama may bring positive results if the narrative is written and executed well enough. Sacred Games, in the recent past, was the only web series that dealt with both genres effectively. Even though the first season lived up to expectations, the second season was kind of a letdown. Kaala, created and directed by Bejoy Nambiar and Shubhra Swarup, presents this crime investigative saga that spans over three decades. The show is a Disney+ Hotstar Special that was released on September 15, 2023. Kaala is the story of a massive money laundering ring and the cat and mouse chase between law enforcement agencies and the businessman running this racket. In that process an Ib officer comes across a cold secret that might change his perception of things around him.

Ritwik Mukherjee, an officer with Ib Kolkata plans to arrest Naman Arya, the waste recycling king of the city.

One of the last reels of the series shows the protagonist passing through a dark tunnel into the light, metaphorically telling that there is light at the end of tunnel in terms of possibilities of curbing and dealing with the black money mafia. Kaala seems to be derived from the term ‘Kaala Paisa’ or ‘Black Money’. Earlier filmmakers dealt with the counterfeit notes mafia in ‘Farzi’, this time around Bejoy Nambiar’s ‘Kaala’ deals with ‘Hawala’ dealings. From the director who made thrillers like Shaitan, David & Wazir, Kaala adds to his exceptional storytelling repertoire and introduces us to the term ‘Reverse Hawala’ – converting white money into black and pumping huge stash of cash for illicit activities including terrorism.

Kaala is set against the backdrop of chaotic Kolkata, a riveting tale of love, loss, betrayal and irony. With young and ambitious Ib officer Ritwik Mukherjee (Avinash Tiwary) life seems like a series of random events,...

One of the last reels of the series shows the protagonist passing through a dark tunnel into the light, metaphorically telling that there is light at the end of tunnel in terms of possibilities of curbing and dealing with the black money mafia. Kaala seems to be derived from the term ‘Kaala Paisa’ or ‘Black Money’. Earlier filmmakers dealt with the counterfeit notes mafia in ‘Farzi’, this time around Bejoy Nambiar’s ‘Kaala’ deals with ‘Hawala’ dealings. From the director who made thrillers like Shaitan, David & Wazir, Kaala adds to his exceptional storytelling repertoire and introduces us to the term ‘Reverse Hawala’ – converting white money into black and pumping huge stash of cash for illicit activities including terrorism.

Kaala is set against the backdrop of chaotic Kolkata, a riveting tale of love, loss, betrayal and irony. With young and ambitious Ib officer Ritwik Mukherjee (Avinash Tiwary) life seems like a series of random events,...

Mumbai, Sep 14 (Ians) Actor Taher Shabbir, who is all set for the release of gritty crime drama ‘Kaala’, shared that he loves playing the bad guy, and opened up about his character.

The world of ‘Kaala’ is created and directed by Bejoy Nambiar. Taher plays the character of Naman Arya in the series.

Taher said: “I love playing the bad guy, but I seldom get a chance, so I loved every aspect of Naman because he’s unabashed about who he is and is disdainful towards anything that doesn’t fit his bill.”

“Playing Naman took quite a toll on me post-shoot though. A scene I love is when I’m being interrogated in the police station. Naman had really taken over me in that one. Even the first time I shot with Shakti sir, it was very exciting – he is a legend,” he added.

‘Kaala’ shows the workings of...

Mumbai, Sep 14 (Ians) Actor Taher Shabbir, who is all set for the release of gritty crime drama ‘Kaala’, shared that he loves playing the bad guy, and opened up about his character.

The world of ‘Kaala’ is created and directed by Bejoy Nambiar. Taher plays the character of Naman Arya in the series.

Taher said: “I love playing the bad guy, but I seldom get a chance, so I loved every aspect of Naman because he’s unabashed about who he is and is disdainful towards anything that doesn’t fit his bill.”

“Playing Naman took quite a toll on me post-shoot though. A scene I love is when I’m being interrogated in the police station. Naman had really taken over me in that one. Even the first time I shot with Shakti sir, it was very exciting – he is a legend,” he added.

‘Kaala’ shows the workings of...

New Delhi, Sep 14 (Ians) As Ganpati Bappa blesses everyone with his arrival in a few days, Ott platforms have lined up an exciting array of shows, and movies for the viewer’s enjoyment in the upcoming week.

From crime drama series ‘Kaala’ to Chiranjeevi’s ‘Bhola Shankar’, this week’s entertainment offerings are set to delight you like none other, all from the comfort of your home. With delicious Modaks to indulge in, prepare yourself for a diverse range of captivating content that’s ready and waiting.

Here’s a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention of Ians this week. So, gear up for a week filled with non-stop enjoyment and entertainment that is sure to capture your interest and keep you thoroughly engaged.

‘Kaala’

The crime series shows the workings of the parallel economy of black money, as white money is turned...

New Delhi, Sep 14 (Ians) As Ganpati Bappa blesses everyone with his arrival in a few days, Ott platforms have lined up an exciting array of shows, and movies for the viewer’s enjoyment in the upcoming week.

From crime drama series ‘Kaala’ to Chiranjeevi’s ‘Bhola Shankar’, this week’s entertainment offerings are set to delight you like none other, all from the comfort of your home. With delicious Modaks to indulge in, prepare yourself for a diverse range of captivating content that’s ready and waiting.

Here’s a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention of Ians this week. So, gear up for a week filled with non-stop enjoyment and entertainment that is sure to capture your interest and keep you thoroughly engaged.

‘Kaala’

The crime series shows the workings of the parallel economy of black money, as white money is turned...

Actor Rohan Vinod Mehra, who made his acting debut with the financial thriller film ‘Baazaar’, is gearing up for the release of gritty crime thriller ‘Kaala’. Son of the late actor Vinod Mehra, Rohan started his acting career with the short films ‘Afterword’, ‘An Incomplete Tune’, and ‘Hum’. He also worked as an assistant director in ‘Bajirao Mastani’.

Rohan spoke about his upcoming project ‘Kaala’, trends he likes and dislikes in the industry, and the actors that he looks up to.

He said: “Honestly, I don’t really pay much attention to trends. I have always believed in being true to oneself even if that may not always get you in the conversation.”

‘Kaala’ is directed and created by Bejoy Nambiar. Talking about his creative vision, Rohan said: “He has a very unique way of viewing the world and telling his stories. I think he has a distinct style, but...

Actor Rohan Vinod Mehra, who made his acting debut with the financial thriller film ‘Baazaar’, is gearing up for the release of gritty crime thriller ‘Kaala’. Son of the late actor Vinod Mehra, Rohan started his acting career with the short films ‘Afterword’, ‘An Incomplete Tune’, and ‘Hum’. He also worked as an assistant director in ‘Bajirao Mastani’.

Rohan spoke about his upcoming project ‘Kaala’, trends he likes and dislikes in the industry, and the actors that he looks up to.

He said: “Honestly, I don’t really pay much attention to trends. I have always believed in being true to oneself even if that may not always get you in the conversation.”

‘Kaala’ is directed and created by Bejoy Nambiar. Talking about his creative vision, Rohan said: “He has a very unique way of viewing the world and telling his stories. I think he has a distinct style, but...

Filmmaker Bejoy Nambiar, who is gearing up for his debut streaming series ‘Kaala’, has shared the reason behind casting 4 directors in the series as actors. ‘Kaala’ will feature four filmmakers – Danish Aslam, Qaushiq Mukherjee known as Q, Vinil Mathew and Shiva Anand taking on key roles in the show.

Talking about the same, Bejoy said: “It wasn’t a conscious decision but these were the names that popped in my head while casting. When we were writing, we didn’t have them in mind but as the casting process began, we got them one after the other, so much so that even the Hotstar team asked me if it was intentional and I said, no, these are the people I think will make an interesting casting. Also, a lot of them have not done any acting before, Shiva has acted before and Q has worked with me before but the...

Mumbai-based gangster dramas have always been intriguing. There have been plenty of films made on this subject by various directors in the last two decades. Mumbai gangsters are a big part of the city’s history and pop culture. Company, D, Shootout at Lokhandwala, Once Upon a Time in Mumbai, Black Friday, D-Day, and Daddy are some of the films that extensively covered their stories.

Created by Shujaat Saudagar and Rensil D’Silva, the Amazon Prime Series is a period drama that chronicles the rivalry between two threatening gangsters who are adamant about controlling the city and the smuggling business on their respective terms.

Story And Plot

The trailer gives away just enough to keep the audience intrigued about the subject matter. The biggest takeaway from the trailer is the general plot of the show. It is based on the true stories of the kind of gangsters who once ruled the...

Disney+ Hotstar has been on a roll these last few months with their content releases across several languages. Kaala, the brand-new Disney+ Hotstar special, is created and directed by Bejoy Nambiar, who is known for presenting out-of-the-box stories from the crime drama and action thriller genres. The subject matter of the show, as shown in the trailer, is the underhand hawala dealings done by businessmen, corrupt politicians, and drug lords. Hawala, in layman terms, is the money that is transferred without actually physically moving it. The name Bejoy Nambiar is enough to create a sense of intrigue in the viewer.

Kaala, which essentially means black, in the trailer of the show takes us through the underbelly of black money, money laundering, and the nexus around it. There is always an honest officer who is trying to do right by breaking up rackets in shows like this. Kaala is all about...

Mumbai, Sep 12 (Ians) Actor Rohan Vinod Mehra opened up on his character in the gritty crime thriller ‘Kaala’, saying his role is about the story of a man who’s doing everything for love.

Stepping into the shoes of Shubendu Mukherjee in ‘Kaala’, Rohan shared his view on how he views his character that’s a man of a few words and driven with vengeance and love for his family.

Talking about the same, Rohan said: “There are themes of betrayal and justice but when you look objectively at Shubendu’s story, it will look like a story of revenge, and him taking law in his own hands. However, when you’re playing a character you have to look at it subjectively, atleast I did and for me, it was the story of a man who’s doing everything for love.”

“The strong bonds he shares with the characters, despite...

We’ve all heard of people converting black money to white – but have you ever imagined a situation where one turns white money to black? In a world where vengeance, power and money conquers, the only way to win in the game of life is through a web of lies and deceit. Get ready to be at the very nexus of crime you have never seen before as Disney+ Hotstar recently launched the trailer of their upcoming investigative crime thriller Kaala.

The world of Kaala is created and directed by Bejoy Nambiar and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar and Bejoy Nambiar and will release on September 15, 2023 exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar.

The true potential of any actor flourishes when their director shows unwavered faith in them. Jitin Gulati who plays one of the most complicated characters in the gritty world of Kaala, opens up about collaborating with the ace director and creator,...

Filmmaker Bejoy Nambiar, who is currently gearing up for the release of his streaming series ‘Kaala’ which deals with the subject of black money and reverse hawala, has said that it’s not impossible to curb the flow of black money in the system. However, he said that there are some prerequisites to that with the help of which the zero circulation of black money can be achieved.

Talking about the same, Bejoy said: “I don’t think it’s impossible to curb black money though it’s a worldwide network. With clear systems, right intentions and correct people in place, the circulation of black money can be completely stopped and there have been efforts in the past to do that as well.”

Actor Avinash Tiwary, who essays the lead role of Ib officer Ritwik Mukherjee in Bejoy’s ‘Kaala’, chipped in as he said that we are heading in...

Actor Jitin Gulati, who plays one of the most complicated characters in the gritty world of ‘Kaala’, opened up about collaborating with the ace director and creator, Bejoy Nambiar.

From being a “gatekeeper of performance” to improvising scenes on the spot, Jitin spilled the beans on being directed by Bejoy.

Jitin said: “Working with Bejoy Nambiar is like being on your toes all the time creatively. He is very cinematically driven, he sees life in the form of cinema.”

Known for his works in ‘Ms Dhoni – The Untold Story’ and ‘Inside Edge’, Jitin shared: “When we used to shoot, he would think about things and he would improvise the scene. It was a very active reading, a live space for any actor to be in. The other thing that I love about him is that he doesn’t tell you what to do. He will give you a playground to...

Actor Hiten Tejwani has shed light upon how he brought out the complexities of his character in ‘Kaala’, and worked with the creator and director of the show Bejoy Nambiar to ease into the narrative of the show. Hiten plays the character of Bismil in the show.

Talking about his role, he said: “My character is one of the pivotal ones in the story of ‘Kaala’. My character – Bismil contributes to both the themes of corruption and justice and without disclosing much, I would say, I have a complete character arc in the show where he is completely dark, and corrupted, and then there’s justice.”

“My approach to that was pretty simple, I was just being there in the moment, feeling what Bismil would feel and what he’d do. Of course, our captain, our director, Bejoy sir guided me and together we could do something which was a little different,...

Actor Avinash Tiwary, who is gearing up for his upcoming streaming crime thriller series ‘Kaala’, has said that the shoot left him with bruises as it was physically demanding. The series, helmed by Bejoy Nambiar, features Avinash as the relentless Ib Officer chasing the biggest case of reverse hawala.

Talking about his journey, and the character in ‘Kaala’, Avinash shared: “All parts are different so every journey, every preparation becomes different. ‘Kaala’ has been a lot simpler for me preparation wise but one of the most difficult ones as far as the execution is concerned.”

“I was exhausted, tired, bruised everywhere, but it’s like when you come back and see the show the way it has turned out, it really warmed my heart. I would say the beauty of Ritwik was his endurance, he was bruised and battered from start to the end, but he was unstoppable and he...

New Delhi, Sep 7 (Ians) Creator and director of ‘Kaala’, Bejoy Nambiar shared that he had a solid belief that actor Avinash Tiwary could pull off an extraordinary performance as Ritwik Banerjee’s character in the series.

In a director’s world of creativity, the storyline forms with great care, and the actor becomes the central figure, essential to the plot. Just like destiny, this actor becomes the director’s inspiration and top pick to bring the unmatched brilliance to the narrative.

Bejoy said: “When we were writing ‘Kaala’, Aviansh was the first actor of choice who popped into our heads. He was like this mental poster boy for the character we were crafting.”

“Given his impressive track record, even though he hadn’t ventured into something quite like this before, I had solid belief that he could pull off an extraordinary performance. So, the moment I sat down and briefed him about the character,...

Actor Rohan Vinod Mehra, best known for his role in the film ‘Bazaar’ along with Saif Ali Khan, opened up about his unconventional path to success in the world of entertainment. Rohan shared: “I believe I’ve had a unique start to my career. Despite having debuted in a film that garnered me praise and a respectable box office return, I didn’t get instant success. Post the release of the film, I spent months back in the auditioning process. Each of the parts I’ve landed after my debut have come through the system – something I take pride in.”

“I often get asked why I don’t work more, or why I’m not seen more. The truth is the industry is very competitive and multiple factors have to align in order to bag a role. My journey has taught me things about myself, the craft and the industry...

New Delhi, Sep 4 (Ians) Actor Taher Shabbir, who is gearing up to play the negative part in the upcoming crime series ‘Kaala’, opened up about what intrigued him the most about his character, and how he understood him better.

The world of ‘Kaala’ is created and directed by Bejoy Nambiar. Taher plays the character of Naman Arya in the series.

Talking about the same, Taher said: “Naman is pure evil from the onset. It’s because he has never known any better. He’s a reflection of his upbringing and a highly disturbed one. He only understands power and victory. He is the one who will love to hate. What intrigued me is how Naman thinks, his past, the grit and resolve.”

“My character is the mother of all the deception and hidden agendas in the show. Naman trusts no one and constantly deceives and forges ways. Most importantly, I...

Actress Kavitta Verma, who is all set to be seen in Bejoy Nambiar’s web series ‘Kaala’, shared that the role came to her when she was going through a major low phase in her life. Kavitta said that the role will always be special for her. “’Kaala’ came to me when it was a very low phase in my life. It’s a special role which is performance-oriented. I was in a very low phase of my life and nothing was working out. But that’s the beauty; it gives you the strength to stand alone,” she said.

“That’s when my book of poetry got published and got a good response. Bejoy read the book and connected with me to write poetry on the title ‘Kaala’, which you hear in the teaser. Then he asked me to do a role as well, which helped me fight deep depression.

Mumbai, Sept 1 (Ians) The trailer of the upcoming streaming series ‘Kaala’ was unveiled on Friday. It shows the workings of the parallel economy of black money as white money is turned to black through the process of reverse hawala.

It shows the intense pursuit of Ib Officer Ritwik (played by Avinash Tiwary) to dismantle a reverse hawala operation from its very core. The show also stars Rohan Vinod Mehra, Nivetha Pethuraj, Taher Shabbir, Jitin Gulati, Elisha Mayor and Hiten Tejwani.

The series has been created and directed by Bejoy Nambiar, who is known for his film ‘Shaitaan’.

Talking about the series, Bejoy Nambiar said: “’Kaala’ delves into the realm of reverse hawala, peeling back the layers of crime and betrayal. Behind closed doors, in the shadows, money takes on a life of its own, entangled with betrayal, revenge, and a hunger for power. Kaala is an unfiltered reflection of our reality.

Filmmaker Bejoy Nambiar, who is awaiting the release of his web-series ‘Kaala’, has shared that he felt overwhelmed with the sheer volume of work that a web-series entails because he is used to doing feature films.

The longer format of a show did bring along certain challenges for him but he quickly made his way around it and took it as a learning experience.

Bejoy spoke to the media on Thursday and said: “This experience of working on a series was quite new to me. I’m used to working on feature films but webseries is a different game altogether. What you will see on your screens (‘Kaala’) is a monumental work of three years put up by a team that I’m grateful to”.

‘Kaala’ touches upon a unique concept of reverse hawala – converting white money to black as opposed to the regular practice of making the black money white.

Mumbai, Aug 31 (Ians) Actor Taher Shabbir, who is gearing up to play the negative part in the upcoming crime series ‘Kaala’, has shared that he never judges the right and wrong of his characters. For him, it’s about how much he can connect with the character to portray it with authenticity which eventually makes the character compelling enough for the audience.

The actor spoke to the media on Thursday and spoke about his character of Naman Arora: “I don’t look at his characters through the lens of protagonist or antagonist.”

Instead, the actor mentioned that to sketch a riveting performance an actor has to defend their character and its actions.

He further mentioned: “The trick is to defend the character, when you do that, you empathise with the character, and when you empathise with the character you become the character which automatically lends credibility and authenticity to the performance.

Director Bejoy Nambiar, who is known for ‘Shaitaan’ and ‘Wazir’, is back in the game as he is all set to bring his upcoming series on Ott. The series titled ‘Kaala’ has everything from an Intelligence Bureau officer, crime, power, revenge and a lot of action thrown in for a good mix.

The story, which follows the Ib Officer on a chase, is bound to keep the viewers hooked. The edge of the seat crime thriller is created and directed by Bejoy Nambiar, and stars Avinash Tiwary, Rohan Vinod Mehra, Nivetha Pethuraj, Taher Shabbir and Hiten Tejwani in pivotal roles.

Talking about the show, Creator, Director and Producer Bejoy Nambiar said in a statement: “Money rules the world, hidden in shadows and secrets. With Kaala, we dive deep into the heart of the underbelly of the crime while also exploring the darkness in human souls. My fascination with the genre goes back years,...

T-Series, one of the leading Bollywood production houses, is venturing into the digital space with its first web series, Kaala. The crime thriller, created and directed by Bejoy Nambiar, will stream exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar later this year.

Kaala features a stellar cast of Avinash Tiwary, Rohan Vinod Mehra, Nivetha Pethuraj, Taher Shabbir and Hiten Tejwani. The series revolves around an Intelligence Bureau (Ib) officer who is on a mission to crack a case that involves criminal masterminds, power, revenge and plenty of action.

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Nambiar, who is known for his stylish and edgy films like Shaitan, David and Wazir, is also producing Kaala with T-Series’ Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar. The trio had previously collaborated on the 2016 film Wazir, starring Amitabh Bachchan and Farhan Akhtar.