Bollywood actors play different characters on the big screen and those different characters have different professions. Mostly we see that either the actors are cops, doctors, teachers or businessman, but there’s also one profession that many actors have explored on the big screen and that is of a journalist.
So, here’s the list of the actors who played the role of a journalist on the big screen and impressed us with their performance…
Shah Rukh Khan / Juhi Chawla – Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani
Shah Rukh Khan and Juhi Chawla, one of the most loved jodis of the 90s starred together in Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani which released in 2000. SRK and Juhi played the role of journalists from rival channels, but how they come together to get justice for an innocent man who has been accused of being a terrorist.
Konkona Sen Sharma – Page 3
Madhur Bhandarkar’s Page 3 brought the life of an entertainment journalist on the big screen. Konkona Sen Sharma made her Bollywood debut with this film and impressed one and all. Page 3 is also clearly one of the best films of Madhur.
Rani Mukerji – No One Killed Jessica / Bombay Talkies
Rani Mukerji is one of the most talented actresses that we have in Bollywood. Her character of journalist Meera in No One Killed Jessica is undoubtedly one of the best characters written in Bollywood for a female lead. Rani, as usual, did a fantastic job in the film. She once again played a journalist in anthology Bombay Talkies.
Amitabh Bachchan – Rann
Amitabh Bachchan is one actor who has mostly portrayed all the professions on the big screen. In 2010 release Rann the megastar played the role of a man who runs a news channel and is a former journalist.
Anil Kapoor – Nayak
Nayak is one of the best films made on political dramas made in Bollywood. But before turning a politician, Anil Kapoor in the film plays the role of a journalist and he did justice to the character. The scene where he interviews the CM of the State, played by Amrish Puri, is the highlight of the film.
Sonakshi Sinha – Noor
Noor is one of the most underrated films of Bollywood and one of the most underrated performances of Sonakshi Sinha. The actress played the role of a journalist in the film who thinks with her heart and not with her mind.
Kareena Kapoor Khan – Satyagraha
Kareena Kapoor Khan played a hard-headed journalist in Prakash Jha’s Satyagraha. Kareena’s performance received thumbs up from the critics and even audiences liked her a lot.
R Madhavan shares his experience portraying a father’s role for the first time alongside Ajay Devgn.
Actor addresses rumours about de-ageing technology, confirming he relied on diet and fitness instead.
Madhavan reflects on sequels and preparation for previous physically demanding roles like Saala Khadoos.
Nervous about a father’s role
At the trailer launch of De De Pyaar De 2, R Madhavan admitted he was initially nervous about playing Ajay Devgn’s on-screen father-in-law.
“I have never done a father’s role before, and competing with Ajay, I was very nervous,” Madhavan said. “I have seen other actors who are so busy when they come to the set, but Ajay sir is always present and dedicated. We have always felt connected.”
The actor also commented on the appeal of sequels. Devgn, who stars alongside Madhavan, stated, “I don’t mind sequels as long as there is a good script. I hope the film is liked by audiences. We all believe we have made a good film.”
Madhavan addressed recent rumours about de-ageing technology in his films, stating, “They’ve all been accusing me of de-ageing, but I don’t think I have the budget for that. It hasn’t happened.”
Instead, the actor relies on traditional methods of preparation, including fitness and diet adjustments, to meet the physical demands of roles.
Reflections on past roles
Madhavan reflected on the preparation for his earlier role in Saala Khadoos, a physically demanding sports drama. “When I went to train for Saala Khadoos, I consulted numerous dieticians and several people who advised me on how to lose weight and get fit, what diet to follow, what time to eat, and so on, but I couldn’t find anyone I truly resonated with,” he said.
The actor’s candid reflections reveal a focus on dedication and personal preparation rather than technological shortcuts, highlighting his commitment to authentic performances.
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