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Madhur Bhandarkar: No film is happening with me and Kangana Ranaut

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After nearly five years, Madhur Bhandarkar’s debut film is titled Babli Bouncer. Tamannaah Bhatia plays the lead in the romantic comedy movie, which is thought to be the actor’s best work to date. Indu Sarkar, Madhur Bhandarkar’s final movie, was released in the second half of that year. What prevented him from seeing movies for so long? I make various kinds of films, he confidentially admitted to Hindustan Times.

“After 2017, I was working on three different projects, one of which being Babli Bouncer. It took three years to develop a Babli Bouncer, an over-the-top cop action drama, and a hard-hitting movie focused on women. People frequently switch between films, but I preferred to devote more time to writing. We kept the cast in mind as the details for Babli Bouncers were being finalised. Corona travelled to India in the interim. It has been ongoing for two years. We were just doing nothing. I also worked on the soon-to-be-released India Lockdown “He described the route.

Bollywood’s current box office slump has been widely discussed, but Madhur Bhandarkar thinks it’s simply a phase. Like many others, he has trust in the movies. He continued, “If the film business falls, we will suffer, based on my experience. Only a few movies have performed amazingly at the box office this year, including RRR, Pushpa, Gangubai Kathiawadi, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, and The Kashmir Files. They had major success. Therefore, it is unjust that movies aren’t working. The allure of movies will always exist. But why do certain movies, despite having the sense of a magnum-opus, continue to bomb at the box office?

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He believes the information has changed. “The audience now utilises OTT platforms to consume a wide variety of material. The benchmark has raised. However, I have a hunch that they will move in tandem.

In addition to Babli Bouncer, Madhur Bhandarkar also has India Lockdown, which tells the gritty, unvarnished tale of Indians during the country’s initial lockdown because of COVID-19 in 2020. There have been rumours that he will likely work with Kangana Ranaut again on an unnamed project before he reveals the release date. “Right now, nothing of the kind is happening,” he insisted. Actress Kangana is really skilled. We meet and converse. I’m only focusing on Babli Bouncer. Lockdown in India comes next.

He perceives a change in the content. “The audience is currently consuming a wide variety of content on OTT platforms. Higher standards have been set. But I have a feeling that they will move in tandem.

Along with Babli Bouncer, Madhur Bhandarkar also has India Lockdown, which tells the gritty, harrowing tale of Indians during the first lockdown in India because of COVID-19 in 2020. Reports stated that he is likely to team up again with Kangana Ranaut for an unnamed project before he reveals the release date. “Right now nothing as such is happening,” he vehemently denied. Kangana is a very gifted actress. We meet and chat. Only Babli Bouncer is the focus of my attention. India shutdown follows.

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“I haven’t seen a man with such great kindness,” Zeeshan Ayyub remembers when Shah Rukh Khan handed him his own sweater.

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“I haven’t seen a man with such great kindness,” Zeeshan Ayyub remembers when Shah Rukh Khan handed him his own sweater.

Actor Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub recently shared a heartfelt anecdote highlighting Shah Rukh Khan’s generosity during the filming of Raees. In an interview with The Indian Express, Ayyub recounted an incident where promotional sweatshirts were distributed to the cast. When Ayyub noticed he hadn’t received one, Khan overheard and promptly offered his own sweatshirt, insisting Ayyub keep it despite initial protests.

Ayyub expressed deep admiration for Khan, stating, “I haven’t seen a man with such great kindness.” He further praised Khan’s humility and respect towards everyone, emphasizing that such gestures make meeting him a defining life moment, irrespective of one’s opinion about his work.

A Sweatshirt and a Star: The Day Shah Rukh Khan Gave Zeeshan Ayyub More Than Just Warmth

Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub has shared screen space with many leading stars in Indian cinema. But when he talks about Shah Rukh Khan, it’s not the fanfare or fame that he remembers — it’s a moment of quiet kindness that left an impression deeper than any box office success.

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It was during the filming of Raees, the gritty action drama where Ayyub played a supporting but memorable role opposite Khan. The crew had just wrapped a day’s shoot, and promotional sweatshirts — custom-made for the team — were being handed out. In the buzz of post-shoot chaos, Ayyub noticed something small but disappointing: his name hadn’t been called. Whether it was a mix-up or a miscount, his sweatshirt wasn’t there. It wasn’t the end of the world, but in that moment, he felt a sting — a small exclusion in a big world.

What happened next, however, transformed that fleeting disappointment into something unforgettable.

Shah Rukh Khan, who had overheard the exchange, didn’t hesitate. Without drama or delay, he removed his own sweatshirt — the one he’d been wearing — and handed it to Zeeshan. “Take mine,” he said, in a tone so natural it felt like second nature. Ayyub was stunned. He tried to refuse. “No, sir, it’s yours, you don’t have to…” But Khan wouldn’t take no for an answer. “You deserve it,” he said with a smile. And with that, he turned and walked away.

That gesture, simple on the surface, became one of the most meaningful memories in Ayyub’s career.

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“I haven’t seen a man with such great kindness,” Ayyub later said in an interview. “You can work with a lot of people, some big stars, some legends. But what stays with you is how they made you feel. Shah Rukh sir made me feel seen, valued — equal.”

In an industry often criticized for egos, hierarchies, and distance between stars and supporting actors, Shah Rukh’s act stood out like a quiet rebellion. He didn’t do it for the cameras. There was no entourage watching, no social media post crafted to go viral. It was just one human being recognizing another — and choosing generosity over indifference.

Ayyub, known for his grounded nature and roles in films like Article 15, Tanu Weds Manu, and Raanjhanaa, is not the kind of person to exaggerate stories for attention. That’s what makes his admiration so powerful. “Shah Rukh Khan is not just a star,” he said, “he’s a culture. And part of that culture is kindness.”

For Ayyub, the sweatshirt became symbolic. Not because it belonged to a superstar, but because of what it represented — dignity, humility, and a reminder that greatness lies in the little things. “That moment taught me what real respect is,” he said. “When the biggest person in the room doesn’t need to show you they’re big — they just make you feel taller.”

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It wasn’t the only time Shah Rukh left a lasting impression on him. Throughout the shoot, Khan was known for greeting everyone on set, asking crew members how their day was, checking in with junior artists, and sharing meals with the team. “He never looked down on anyone,” Ayyub recalled. “He met you at eye level, no matter who you were.”

It’s gestures like these that have earned Shah Rukh Khan his legendary status not just as an actor, but as a human being. The man who conquered global cinema with charisma, dance, and dialogue also commands loyalty with empathy.

Zeeshan Ayyub’s story is a testament to that legacy. In an era where celebrity culture is often defined by curated perfection, Khan remains something far more rare — authentic. And his kindness, whether offered through a signed autograph, a shared laugh, or a sweatshirt passed quietly into someone else’s hands, has become part of his legacy.

Years may pass, films may fade, but Ayyub knows he’ll always remember that day on set. The moment wasn’t scripted, but it taught him more than any film ever could.

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