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Kangana Ranaut criticizes the film industry and its biases following praise for ‘Emergency’

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1 year ago

March 19, 2025

Kangana Ranaut’s directorial debut, the politically nuanced film ‘Emergency,’ has recently premiered on Netflix. Following its release, viewers have taken to social media to commend Kangana for her impressive acting and directorial skills. Among the many accolades, filmmaker Sanjay Gupta expressed his surprise and delight at the film, admitting that he had initially pre-judged it. In response, Kangana extended her thanks to him. In a subsequent conversation, she reiterated her thoughts and criticized the film industry for its biases.

In a recent interview with India TV, Kangana addressed Sanjay Gupta’s comments, stating, “He acknowledged his preconceived notions in his post. Why attempt to understand me if you’re failing to do so? He admits to his failure. Holding onto negative assumptions about someone and wishing for their failure is misguided. How can you predict my actions or grasp my potential? To see someone from a broader perspective, you must have an expansive understanding of that individual. What credentials do you have to evaluate my intellect? What type of films do you create?”

Continuing her critique, she emphasized, “I urge those in the film industry to avoid preconceived notions about me based on their own film-making experiences. If they stop assuming limitations about my capabilities, perhaps they won’t face such embarrassment.”

For context, Sanjay Gupta recently took to X, praising ‘Emergency’ with a candid admission: “Today I watched EMERGENCY by @KanganaTeam. To be honest, I wasn’t planning on watching it due to my own prejudgments. I’m so glad I was mistaken. What an incredible film—both in terms of performance and direction. Top notch and world class.”

He later tweeted:
“Today I watched EMERGENCY by @KanganaTeam
Very frankly, I wasn’t planning to as I had prejudged it.
I am so glad that I was wrong.
What a fantastic film by Kangana—both performance and direction. Top notch & world class.”
— Sanjay Gupta (@_SanjayGupta) March 15, 2025

Kangana responded to his tweet, stating, “The film industry needs to break free from its biases and acknowledge quality work. Thank you for overcoming those barriers, Sanjay ji—the barriers of preconceived notions. My message to all in the industry is simple: don’t attempt to understand me. I’m beyond your reach.”

‘Emergency’ explores the politically charged environment of India’s 1970s Emergency period, offering insights into a significant moment in the country’s socio-political history. Initially set for release on September 6, 2024, the film faced delays due to certification issues and criticism from Sikh organizations regarding its portrayal of their community.

The film finally premiered in theaters on January 17, with Kangana not only starring but also directing and co-producing. It features prominent actors such as Anupam Kher, Milind Soman, Shreyas Talpade, and the late Satish Kaushik in significant roles.

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Fans’ Favorite Title Likely Finalized for Jr NTR-Prashanth Neel Film

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10 hours ago

May 17, 2026

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Film: The makers of the upcoming film starring Jr NTR and directed by Prashanth Neel are likely to finalize the title “Dragon” for the movie. Interestingly, this is the same name that fans have been calling the project for a long time.

A major update from the film team is expected on May 20, the birthday of Jr NTR. The makers are planning to release a special glimpse teaser on that day.

A censor application linked to the teaser has reportedly leaked on social media. In the document, the movie’s title was mentioned as “Dragon,” which has now increased speculation about the official title.

The leaked document has created huge excitement among fans. Many fans are happy that the makers may have chosen the same title that fans suggested for the film.

The teaser duration has also grabbed attention. Reports say the teaser will have a runtime of 4 minutes and 35 seconds.

The movie is being made on a huge budget and is expected to be a high-voltage action entertainer. The shooting began nearly a year ago, but reports suggest the project may need another year for completion.

The film is being produced by Mythri Movie Makers. Reports also claim that the movie is being planned in two parts, with both parts being shot simultaneously by Prashanth Neel.

Kannada actress Rukmini Vasanth is playing the female lead in the film. The movie is expected to release around August next year. The official teaser will be released on May 20.

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Actor Jayam Ravi Breaks Down Over Divorce Dispute

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16 hours ago

May 17, 2026

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Film : Jayam Ravi has spoken emotionally about his ongoing family dispute and divorce case with his wife Aarti. The actor said he will not act in any films until the divorce process is completed.

Speaking at a press conference in Chennai, Jayam Ravi said he remained silent for a long time because he did not want to speak badly about his wife. However, he claimed that false accusations were now being made against him, and he could no longer stay quiet.

The actor said he was not allowed to meet his two children. He added that he had been paying their school fees for the last eight years and had spent nearly Rs 50 lakh on their education and care. He said people were questioning his love for his children without understanding his side of the story.

Jayam Ravi also claimed that his children were being sent to school with bodyguards, which he said made him uncomfortable. He stated that he had sacrificed many things for his family and had always worked for his wife and children.

The actor revealed that he does not even have a personal bank account and that all his earnings were kept in joint accounts with his wife. He alleged that his wife questioned every expense he made. Jayam Ravi said he married Aarti despite opposition from his parents and now regrets that decision.

During the emotional interaction, the actor broke down in tears and said he had suffered mentally because of the situation. He also claimed that he had harmed himself while dealing with emotional pain.

Reports suggest that the divorce dispute began after allegations about Jayam Ravi’s friendship with singer Kenisha. It is also reported that Aarti has sought a monthly compensation of Rs 40 lakh. The matter is currently before the court and has not yet been resolved.

Jayam Ravi also expressed anger against people whom he blamed for damaging his personal life and relationships.

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Deepika Padukone hit director Rohit Shetty in Set Goes Viral

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3 days ago

May 15, 2026

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Film: Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone is once again in the news after an old video from the sets of the movie Chennai Express went viral on social media.

During the shooting of the film, Deepika was seen hitting director Rohit Shetty on the head with a bottle. The scene surprised people on the set as the bottle broke and fake blood was seen flowing from Rohit Shetty’s head.

However, the incident was only a fun moment and not a real fight. The bottle used in the video was a special “sugar bottle” used in movies and stunt scenes to prevent injuries.

The film, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone, was released in 2013 and became a blockbuster hit. Meanwhile, Deepika continues to work on several major film projects.