'One is not allowed to smoke on the sets of a Hollywood film even during a break.' 'When I asked an assistant to suggest some place where I could light a cigarette, he recommended the bad boys' corner -- where Jack Nicholson smoked.' 'However, I hesitated.' 'But when I was heading back to my chair after the shot, Jack Nicholson asked me if I wanted to join him for a smoke. We had a long conversation over cups of cappuccino.'
A look at the interesting movie releases lined up for November.
The New York City mayor-elect's mother has made some incredible movies.
'Amitabh Bachchan is too tall to play Mr Modi.'
If you're young and depressed, and don't know where your life is heading, Naseeruddin Shah seems to have the answer.
'I believe that whether it is Rajini sir or Shah Rukh Khan or Dilip Kumarsaab, these stars are blessed with a cosmic energy. It's a phenomenon that is hard to describe, but it makes you fall in love with them.'
'I am very fortunate that I am getting films where I am finally doing romance on screen, if not in my real life.'
Om Puri would have been 75 in October. We look back at his early years through these 16 pictures from his life.
'I wanted to do something different, so I turned Dharamji into Hardy, making him waddle with Naseer's stick-like Laurel.' 'People enjoyed seeing him in these avatars. When you work with an evergreen superstar like Dharamji, you can make such 'items'.'
Reader Shishir Saxena sends us this photograph of Naseeruddin Shah.
'He was a joyful man. He was always content with his life and never ran after money.'
Naseeruddin Shah has unshakable faith in the Indian democratic system.
Singer-actress Sulakshana Pandit, 71, passed into the ages on November 6 after a prolonged illness. Besides her acting roles, she leaves behind some beautiful songs to remember her by.
Born on June 25, 1951, Shah was a prominent figure in Indian cinema and television. His career spanned several decades, during which he earned acclaim for his comedic timing in movies such as Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, Maalamaal, Hero Hiralal, Main Hoon Na and Kal Ho Naa Ho.
'On the set, he was this big personality, the great Om Puri. But at home, he was like a fluffy teddy bear.'
'Every story I've told so far has left something with me. And I can't wait to find out what the next one does.'
The actor imparted tips on theatre during a workshop in Srinagar.
'Shah Rukh is such a generous person, such a giver, that I can only wish for life to give him all the love and happiness he deserves.'
The prolific actor turns 62 today.
Spoilt for choice, here's 10 best Naseer performances in random order.
He turns 60 this year, and is playing lead in a Rs 40 lakh film. Jai Arjun Singh spent time with Naseeruddin Shah on location for this exclusive interview and learnt about the art of re-invention.
'That a song can carry the weight of a people's dreams and move hearts across the world.' On Bhupen Hazarika's 99th birth anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays rich tribute to the legendary singer and composer.
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Sweet surprises are made of actors best known for their dramatics taking us by surprise by shaking a leg on screen.
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Sickness on screen is a sure shot way of seeking audience sympathy and turning on the waterworks.
Wondering where to catch some overlooked, understated gems. Here are some OTT recommendations for you.
Dilip Kumar remained in demand all through his career because he kept reinventing himself in keeping with the changing times in Indian cinema, argues Mohammad Asim Siddiqui.
'I don't know how long cinema will survive.'
Masoom 2 will also feature Shabana Azmi and Naseeruddin Shah.
Joining Junaid Khan, Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor is Suchitra Krishnamoorthy and Shekhar Kapur's daughter, Kaveri, who will make her acting debut with the film Bobby Aur Rishi Ki Love Story.
Veteran Bollywood actor Naseeruddin Shah's veiled comments against Anupam Kher on Saturday drew sharp reactions from his former co-star.
Actor-Writer-Director Tigmanshu Dhulia (known for films like Paan Singh Tomar, Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns, Haasil and Charas) shared an interesting memory when he served tea to Shah Rukh Khan.
'I faced a lot of abuse by people, who have nothing better to do, but it doesn't affect me at all'
Everything is over the top -- the style, the violence, the action. So nothing else matters, not gravity, bullets, or the presence of stalwarts like Naseeruddin Shah, observes Mayur Sanap.
Shortcuts are not part of Naseeruddin Shah's dictionary and you can see the love he has for his chosen profession when you watch him do a Paar or Sparsh with as much passion as he does The Dirty Picture. Lata Kubchandani finds out what evokes such commitment in one of the most talented actors in India.
'Even if I had the backing of a big corporate house, which I don't, in today's market, I wouldn't want the responsibility of making a Rs 300 crore-Rs 400 crore film.'
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