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Sofia Hayat: I am so happy that Salman Khan has gone to jail

Apr 062018

Former Bigg Boss contestant, Sofia Hayat took to her Instagram account to write her thoughts on Salman Khan being imposed with 5-year jail sentence in the 1998 blackbuck poaching case

Sofia Hayat. Picture Courtesy: Instagram/sofiahayat

Salman Khan, who got convicted by a Jodhpur court in the 1998 blackbuck poaching case, has received support from many Bollywood stars. Some of them even visited his residence to meet the superstar’s family to express their concern. However, one actress who is happy with the 5-year imprisonment sentence levied on the actor is Sofia Hayat.

Sofia Hayattook to her Instagram account to express her happiness on Salman’s decision by the court. The ex-Bigg Boss contestant has mentioned that she’s isn’t afraid of talking against Salman Khan and that the actor deserved it.

This is what she wrote:

Karma gets you in the end…Many people are afraid to talk against Salman because they think he controls Bollywood. Well, I no longer serve my ego and therefore am not afraid to speak up. I am so happy that Salman has gone to jail for what he has done. Animals are so important to this planet and doing what he did and then mocking it was a huge act of his own self importance. Lots of children look up to him, and he has a responsibility to the young people.What is he showing the world when he does things like this? What lessons is he giving them? That it is ok to break the law, to kill animals and then mock it because he is a celebrity? In any western country he would have been vilified for this and the drink driving deaths that he caused. He has then reinvented himself as a charitable man to try and compensate his karma. Today, India has shown that no matter who you are, if you break the law, you are no bigger than the law. I have heard so many young people in India speak about how they are afraid to go to the police about crimes committed by others because they watch the tv and see how people with money and status get away with it because they have paid off the police or the judge or the lawyers. This happened to me when Armaan Kohli paid off 2 of my lawyers so that I could not continue with the case, Dolly Bindra also told me that Armaans family are powerful enough to put drugs in my bag at the airport and I would be in Jail. I had to then drop the case as all the lawyers I hired were paid off. Today, Hindustan can stand strong and hold its head up high to the world and show them that justice is held up in India, and today, all the poor people have been shown a glimmer of hope in their own fight for justice against those who have manipulated the law. Today I can say Hindustaan Zindabaad!

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“Karma gets you in the end…Many people are afraid to talk against Salman because they think he controls Bollywood. Well, I no longer serve my ego and therefore am not afraid to speak up. I am so happy that Salman has gone to jail for what he has done. Animals are so important to this planet and doing what he did and then mocking it was a huge act of his own self-importance.

Lots of children look up to him, and he has a responsibility to the young people.What is he showing the world when he does things like this? What lessons is he giving them? That it is ok to break the law, to kill animals and then mock it because he is a celebrity? In any western country, he would have been vilified for this and the drink driving deaths that he caused.

He has then reinvented himself as a charitable man to try and compensate his karma. Today, India has shown that no matter who you are, if you break the law, you are no bigger than the law. I have heard so many young people in India speak about how they are afraid to go to the police about crimes committed by others because they watch the tv and see how people with money and status get away with it because they have paid off the police or the judge or the lawyers.

This happened to me when Armaan Kohli paid off 2 of my lawyers so that I could not continue with the case, Dolly Bindra also told me that Armaans family are powerful enough to put drugs in my bag at the airport and I would be in Jail. I had to then drop the case as all the lawyers I hired were paid off. Today, Hindustan can stand strong and hold its head up high to the world and show them that justice is held up in India, and today, all the poor people have been shown a glimmer of hope in their own fight for justice against those who have manipulated the law. Today I can say Hindustaan Zindabaad! (sic)”

Meanwhile, the others accused in the case – Saif Ali Khan, Tabu, Sonali Bendre, Tabu and a local, Dushyant Singh – were acquitted after being given “the benefit of doubt.”

Salman Khan shot and killed the blackbucks, from the antelope family, in Kankani village near Jodhpur on the night of October 1, 1998 during the shooting of the film Hum Saath Saath Hain. Blackbuck is an endangered animal and included in the schedule-I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act-1972. All the actors were in a Gypsy that night with Salman in the driving seat. He spotted a herd of blackbucks and killed two of them, prosecution lawyer Mahipal Bishnoi said.

Also Read: Blackbuck Poaching Case: Varun Dhawan, Arjun Rampal, Others Concerned For Salman Khan

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Esha Gupta to play Arjun Rampal's wife in Paltan

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Feb 052018

After Chakravyuh, Esha Gupta reunites with Arjun Rampal for Paltan

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Six years after they first shared screen space in Prakash Jha’s Chakravyuh, Esha Gupta and Arjun Rampal will put their crackling chemistry on display again in Paltan. Gupta will slip into the role of Rampal’s wife.

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The latter, we hear, will play the prominent character of a Lieutenant Colonel in JP Dutta’s war drama. Set to join the unit for the Mumbai schedule today, Gupta says, “The film’s publicist, who also happens to be my publicist, spoke to me about this role a while ago. It’s an honour to be working with Dutta sir. His love for the country, and passion for cinema, is evident in his films.”

Gupta’s agent, she reveals, was of the opinion that she could play a character from the ’60s with ease, an essential given that the film is based during the Indian-Sino war of 1962.

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Arjun Rampal wants action against Gurugram school bus attackers

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Jan 262018

Actor Arjun Rampal has urged the government to take “serious” action against those who attacked a Gurugram school bus during protests against the Hindi movie “Padmaavat”

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Actor Arjun Rampal has urged the government to take “serious” action against those who attacked a Gurugram school bus during protests against the Hindi movie “Padmaavat”. On Thursday, the Haryana Police arrested 18 people in connection with the attack.

“Wonder, how could we not safeguard a school bus. Please take serious action, Indian govt,” he tweeted. On the workfront, Arjun will next be seen in “Nastik”, which evolves around the journey of a inspector and how a child changes his perspective of life. The film is directed by Shailesh Varma and also features Harshaali Malhotra.

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Arjun Rampal on turning 46: Now I like my life calm

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Nov 262017

There’s no noisy birthday party for Arjun Rampal, who turned 46 on Sunday. The actor says he has walked enough on the “wild side” and prefers a calm life with a “rock-steady family life and an adventurous career”. “It’s just around 30 close friends, meeting up having a good time together. Nothing else,” Arjun said of his party plans.

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“After you reach a certain age, you no longer want to indulge in wild parties. You just want to be with close family and friends. I’ve seen enough of that life. I’ve walked on the wild side. Now I like my life calm. Spending time with my wife and two daughters gives me a bigger high than anything else,” he added. At 46, what are Arjun’s thoughts on his life and life according to Bollywood’s rules?

“Do I have to be reminded of my age? But seriously, I couldn’t have asked for more. I’ve a rock-steady family life and a career that is known for being adventurous. As far as the film industry is concerned, I see a lot of intolerance within the industry and from outside the film industry towards actors, filmmakers and our work. “This is very frightening. We must stop pre-judging art before the artiste puts forward his idea to the public.”

On the career front, Arjun’s last release was his ambitious biopic on Arun Gawli. “‘Daddy’ got me what I wanted. It was meant to be a reasonably-budgeted film showing us a side to Gawli not seen before. My performance was appreciated. Everybody went home happy.” Arjun’s next release is J.P. Dutta’s “Paltan”, a war movie which the actor is thoroughly enjoying shooting.

“It’s my first time with J.P. Dutta and also my first war movie. I’ve always enjoyed films of that genre, especially J.P. saab’s ‘Refugee’ and ‘Border’. I am glad to be in one,” he added. After that, Arjun goes into a film called “Nastik”, which as the name tells, is about an atheist.

“In real life too I don’t believe in God. I believe in worshipping the Universe. The film has an interesting script and the director Shailesh Varma is very talented. It is important to work with the new enthusiastic talent. That’s the only way to take the industry forward.”

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Movie Review: Daddy (2017)

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Sep 082017

3 out of 5 stars
Box Office: TBA

Daddy_Film_Poster Daddy is the story of the roller-coaster life of Arun Gawli. The story begins in late 70s when the mills in Bombay (present day Mumbai) get shut, rendering lakhs of people jobless and even homeless. In a locality in central Mumbai, Dagdi Chawl, three youngsters get lured into the underworld. They form the ‘B.R.A. Gang’ which is the acronym of their names – Babu Reshim (Anand Ingle), Rama Naik (Rajesh Shringarpore) and Arun Gawli (Arjun Rampal). Arun Gawli however becomes quite prominent and soon enters politics. How he becomes a boon for the Dagdi Chawl residents and a bane for the police force forms the rest of the story.

Reviews:

Good Reviews | Average Reviews | Bad Reviews

Positive Reviews

4.0
“Arjun Rampal gives Arun Gawli new life”
– Sify

3.5
“If you like crime drama, Daddy is bound to fuel your imagination. Gawli is a part of India’s crime-history. And this is the closest you will come to ‘encountering’ him.”
– Timesofindia

3.0
“If you are a fan of Rampal and/or Mumbai gangland lore, Daddy should make your weekend interesting.”
– Movietalkies

3.0
“The biopic of the reluctant gangster Arun Gulab Gawli is brilliantly shot, the film gives us a great insight into the gangs that ruled Bombay during the seventies and eighties. A decent watch. “
– Nowrunning

3.0
“Despite its minor flaws, Arjun Rampal’s fantastic performance and Ahluwalia’s detailed visage make this gangster movie worth a watch.”
– Filmfare

3.0
“In this age of bloated biopics, Arjun Rampal’s portrayal of Arun Gawli is worth noting because he seems to have surrendered to the vision of director Ashim Ahluwalia”
– Filmcompanion

Average Reviews

2.5
” Arjun Rampal plays Arun Gawli as a time bomb waiting to explode”
– Indiatvnews

2.5
“Daddy is one of the best films to come out this year with an applause worthy performance by Arjun Rampal, however, it fails to leave an impression on you with its weak narrative and sluggish pace.”
– DNA India

2.5
“Despite Arjun’s Hard Hitting Performance, Screenplay Acts As A Letdown”
– Koimoi

2.5
“The Arjun Rampal starrer biopic on Arun Gawli is nothing but one of the boring chapters of a history book.”
– Deccanchronicle

2.5
“This might not be a perfect high-octane action-infused gangster flick but if biopics interest you, go for it!”
– Zee News India

2.5
” Arjun Rampal shines, but film fails to connect”
– Mid-Day

2.5
“Arjun Rampal is believable only in fits and starts”
– Indianexpress

Negative Reviews

2.0
“DADDY tries to gain sympathy for the allegedly dreaded criminal.Watch DADDY if you love Arjun Rampal more than anything else in this world
“
– Glamsham

2.0
“Watch it if you are a fan of Arjun Rampal or gangster flicks.”
– Bollywoodhungama

2.0
“A Poor Screenplay Is The Main Culprit In This Arjun Rampal Starrer!.”
– Filmibeat

2.0
“Visuals stand out in this gangster drama.”
– Indiatoday

2.0
“Arjun Rampal is romanticised as Gawli in this formula gangster film”
– hindustantimes

1.5
“Full of holes, Daddy plays it safe.”
– Rediff

Arjun Rampal: I was in front of the camera, but wasn't happy

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Sep 082017

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He made a promising debut in 2001 with “Pyaar Ishq Aur Mohabbat” and went on to star in a number of films for a decade, but Arjun Rampal says he has now decided to go slow.

In the beginning of his career, the model-turned-actor featured in an array of romantic movies such as “Deewanapan”, “Dil Hai Tumhaara”, “Dil Ka Rishta” and “Vaada”.

The films could not do wonders at the box office and Arjun says it was “frustrating” for him to do projects which did not contribute to his growth as an actor.

“When I are started I was told, ‘You need to keep working’. I had managers telling me to do ‘certain kind of stuff’. But then I realised I was not growing.

“It was frustrating for me to get caught in that kind of vicious circle. I was in front of the camera, but I was not growing,” Arjun tells PTI.

The actor took a break from love stories and shifted to character roles with movies such as “Don”, “Om Shanti Om”, “Raajneeti”, “Ra.One” and “Rock On”.

“I was not happy, so I decided to stop. I looked back and found out that I want to act more and do justice to my work. I decided to go slow because I wanted to do films which were different… Roles which were tough,” he adds.

Arjun will next be seen playing gangster-turned-politician Arun Gawli in biopic “Daddy”. The 44-year-old actor says the movie is the “biggest risk” he has taken in his
career.

“I decided to take the plunge because of my passion. Once I make up my mind, I just go ahead with it. When I embarked on this story (‘Daddy’), it was suppose to happen with somebody else. Those people let us down, but I didn’t want to abandon Arun Gawli’s story.”

Arjun, who turned producer in 2006 with “I See You”, says “Daddy” is his “first proper film as a producer” as it gave him a better understanding of filmmaking.

“‘I See You’ was very small and doable. ‘Daddy’ was far more challenging. It was a period film. We have to get the rights and permissions. There were a lot of legalities. It was stressful. It was a production heavy film and it taught me a lot in terms of filmmaking.”

Directed by Ashim Ahuluwalia and also featuring Tamil actor Aishwarya Rajesh, “Daddy” will hit the screens tomorrow.

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OMG! Sussanne Khan 'liked' Arjun Rampal's Daddy poster on Instagram

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Aug 222017

The Sussanne Khan-Arjun Rampal ‘frienship’was at one point very talked about in Bollywood. It was due to Sussanne and Arjun’s friendship, which some claim to have caused friction between Hrithik Roshan and Sussanne, which ultimately led to their divorce. Arjun Rampal’s marriage with former model Mehr Jesia was also rumoured to be on the rocks, because of his ‘friendshiop’, it seems like he stuck to his wife and decided to give it another shot. Arjun had reportedly distanced himself from Sussanne Khan and she took keeps cordial relations with ex-husband, Hrithik Roshan. In fact, there was a story that Sussanne Khan and Mehr Jesia had gotten into a fight at a party, which led to the latter storming out of the party.

ALSO READ: Did Sussanne Khan and Mehr Jesia have an ugly fight at Fardeen Khan’s party?

Arjun Rampal, who is currently promoting his film ‘Daddy’ is going all out with the promotions. He posted a poster of his film, introducing the other characters in the film. And guess who liked this poster! It was none other than his one time ‘good’ pal, Sussanne Khan. She liked the poster, even though Arjun and her don’t follow each other on social media. Guess, she decided to go out of her way to extend an olive branch towards Arjun.

Apart from Arjun, the film also features Farhan Akhtar and Aishwarya Rajesh. Daddy is co-written and directed by Ashim Ahluwalia. Daddy will hit theatres on September 8 and is all set to clash with Saif Ali Khan’s Kaalakaandi and Sunny Deol-Bobby Deol starrer Poster Boys.

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Prakash Jha’s ‘Satyagraha’ to release on August 30

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Jun 292013

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Prakash Jha’s ‘Satyagraha’ to release on August 30

Filmmaker Prakash Jha’s socio-drama ‘Satyagraha’ starring biggies like Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn and Kareena Kapoor will hit the screens on August 30

UTV Motion Pictures and Jha announced the release date of the multi-starrer with an impressive cast including Arjun Rampal, Manoj Bajpayee and Amrita Rao among others, a statement issued here said.

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“August is a very crowded month with three big movies releasing back to back. We have a two-weeks clear window now for ‘Satyagraha’ and all three much awaited movies in August will get their due breathing space,” said Jha.

The other two big films to release in August are Shah Rukh Khan starrer ‘Chennai Express’ (August 8), Milan Luthria’s ‘Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai Dobara’ (August 15).

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