Popular television actor Rajeev Khandelwal, who is mostly remembered for his romantic show Kahiin To Hoga (2003-2005) and Raj Kumar Gupta’s psychological crime thriller Aamir (2008), has bagged a new digital project. Previously seen in such digital shows as Huq Se and Coldd Lassi Aur Chicken Masala, Khandelwal has been signed on to topline an upcoming web-film.
Titled Court Martial, the movie will premiere on one of the leading OTT platforms ZEE5. The OTT platform is known for delivering an interesting mix of content to the audience. Enjoying huge viewership and reach, ZEE5 has attracted several popular names from films and television to work with the platform.
Rajeev Khandelwal is the next popular name to have come onboard. The actor will play the male lead in its web movie. Court Martial will mark his first association with ZEE5. Though nothing much is known about the project at the moment, we hear from sources that the actor has already commenced shooting for the same. More information on the project, including other cast members, is expected to arrive soon.
Rajeev was last seen in the ALTBalaji original, Coldd Lassi Aur Chicken Masala, which received warm response from the audience. The series also starred leading television actress Divyanka Tripathi in the lead role. The audience loved the chemistry between the two actors in the Pradeep Sakar directorial.
Before Coldd Lassi Aur Chicken Masala hit the web a couple of weeks ago, Rajeev Khandelwal was seen in Bollywood film Pranaam (2019). The movie, which released without any promotions, tanked at the box-office without any trace, incurring heavy losses to the makers.
R Madhavan shares his experience portraying a father’s role for the first time alongside Ajay Devgn.
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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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