It has been more than a year since Sidharth Malhotra has not graced the silver screen. He was last seen in renowned filmmaker Neeraj Pandey’s espionage thriller Aiyaary (2018), which hit the silver screen in February last year. However, now the handsome star has his films lined up for release at regular intervals.
Sidharth Malhotra is presently busy promoting his upcoming film Jabariya Jodi which pairs him opposite Parineeti Chopra. The comic-caper reunites both the actors after their 2014 hit Hasee Toh Phasee. Malhotra is also shooting for Dharma Productions’ next Shershaah, co-starring Kiara Advani.
The latest we hear that Sidharth Malhotra is in early negotiations for yet another interesting film. To be made under the banner of T-Series Films, the said project is a family drama. The actor has reportedly shown his interest in the project and may even sign it on the dotted line soon.
Spilling some beans, a source close to the development tells an entertainment portal, “Sidharth has been offered another big project. It’s a social drama about a family that will be bankrolled by T-Series’ Bhushan Kumar. It is designed very commercially but will give out a strong message about an issue that plagues our society at large. Sidharth has heard the script and liked it. He has also liked the way it has been designed like a massy entertainer. He wants to do more films in the space that will reach out to a bigger audience base.”
The source goes on to add, “The actor will sit for another round of narration with the director. It’s being helmed by an ad filmmaker who is also a first time director. Sid has loved the idea of the film and is mostly going to give it a green signal.”
Besides Jabariya Jodi and Shershaah, Sidharth Malhotra also headlines Milap Zaveri’s actioner Marjaavaan with Rakul Preet Singh and Tara Sutaria in lead roles.
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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