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We recently caught Prateik posing as a humble soul. Were you apologising to a miffed Sanjay Leela Bhansali, dear Prateik?
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Ekk Deewana Tha: Sometimes, the world recognises a stinker
Cineswami analyses the failure of Gautham Menon’ Bollywood remake of Vinnaithaandi Varuvaaya
We are, of course, referring to Gautham Menon’s much-ballyhooed Ekk Deewana Tha, Vinnaithaandi Varuvaaya and Ye Maya Chesave, the Tamil and Telugu originals respectively, were successful at the box office. The Tamil version in particular was refreshing to watch for the strong lead performances of Simbu (or Young Superstar as he likes to call himself) and Trisha Krishnan. And Ganesh as Simbu’s cinematographer friend was an absolute delight, delivering his droll one-liners with a straight face. Alas, as we know now, the Hindi version stinks. Click here to read morePratiek plays the blame game
Prateik recently said that Sanjay Leela Bhansali was responsible for the failure of his last film My Friend Pinto. Why is the Ek Deewana Tha actor digging up old issues?
We are not sure if it’s a genuine statement or a publicity stunt for his recently released film Ek Deewana Tha, but Prateik has raked up some old issues, which might come back to bite him. During a recent interview, when Prateik was asked about why he thought My Friend Pinto failed at the box office, Prateik said that producer Sanjay Leela Bhansali was responsible for the film’s fate. Click here to read morePrateik: I take time to open up
The Ekk Deewana Tha actor says he makes an effort to give his best in front of the camera although he is still coming to terms with it
A man of few words, Prateik is a natural actor thanks to his legacy, but the 25-year-old says acting is such a vast subject that he can’t learn every nuance even if he gets to spend decades in front of the camera. “I am enjoying it. Yes, I am comfortable. As I said, I take time to open up and I am coming to terms with it,” said Prateik, the son of Raj Babbar and the late Smita Patil, both Bollywood actors. With each day, Prateik learns something new, but he feels it’s impossible to absorb the vastness of the subject. “I don’t think I will understand each and every thing even if I reach (Amitabh) Bachchan’s age. There are so many things to learn.” Click here to read moreKalki Koechlin: ‘Dabangg’ is one of my fave films
The actor-writer says entertainment and morals cannot be mixed in a film
Known for her unconventional choice of scripts, Kalki Koechlin says it’s time Bollywood filmmakers sat back and got the idea of commercial cinema right. The actor, who also supports bold portrayal of women on the big screen, says filmmakers should avoid mixing entertainment with a moral story. “I find that a lot of times what’s wrong with commercial cinema is not the subject, but how when people are making an action film they end up putting gyaan in it. It’s not going to work,” Kalki, 28, said in an interview. Click here to read moreIs Prateik star material?
As the actor gears up for the release of his new film Ekk Deewana Tha, we wonder if the lad has what it takes to enter B-town’s coveted superstar league
Prateik’s journey in B-town started off with a supporting role as Genelia D’Souza’s brother in Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na. Since then the actor has been inundated with character roles rather than meaty main lead offers. But the point to ponder is – why don’t filmmakers and industry insiders who go raving about the actor’s acting skills and persona bother to cast him in something more substantial? Click here to read more‘Agneepath’ music composers Ajay-Atul on ‘Chikni Chameli’
It is like a dream come true to recreate the Agneepath aura, say Ajay-Atul
Action films are usually about muscle power and stunts, but Karan Johar’s remake of Bollywood classic Agneepath provided many sequences for songs, according to National Award-winning composer duo Ajay-Atul. “Normally in action films, you don’t get many situations where you can add songs. If you see action films, where’s the scope for music? Even the original Agneepath had three or four songs,” Atul Gogavale said on behalf of the duo. “Our album has six songs, and we have tried to maintain a good variety with one intense Ganpati song, one qawwali, one romantic number, another song capturing the emotions of a brother and sister… We wanted to give this album our best because it is very special for us,” he added. Click here to read moreHappy Birthday, Prateik!
Son of talented actors Smita Patil and Raj Babbar, Prateik was born with the Bollywood bug. He may seem quiet and reserved but he shows off a unique and confident style. As the young actor celebrates his birthday today, we wish him a great day and a filmy year ahead
Prateik wowed us with his raw looks and unconventional acting style in his debut film Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na. He became an instant favourite amongst youngsters, while B-town went raving mad praising the new talent. He may not have played the lead in the film but still managed to steal the thunder. Son of two acting powerhouses – Smita Patil and Raj Babbar – Prateik seems to have acting imprinted in his DNA. Click here to read more
