Shalini Pandey

The unit of director Dhanush's eagerly-awaited action entertainer, 'Idly Kadai', on Wednesday left for Bangkok to can a crucial sequence of the film.

Shalini Pandey, known for Arjun Reddy and Jayeshbhai Jordaar, expresses her desire to share screen space with Ranbir Kapoor. She admires his acting prowess. While fans often compare her to Alia Bhatt, Ranbir's wife, Shalini values her individuality. She was recently seen in Dabba Cartel and Maharaj. Her upcoming project includes a Tamil film, Idly Kadai, with Dhanush.

Shalini Pandey, known for 'Arjun Reddy', addresses comparisons to Alia Bhatt, emphasizing her desire to be recognized as an individual. She appreciates admiration but seeks to stand out uniquely. Pandey is currently preparing for the release of 'Idly Kadai', directed by Dhanush.

As a special treat for the fans, Dhanush has once again joined forces with Arun Vijay. The 'Raanjhanaa' actor has sung a special song for Arjun Vijay's "Retta Thala".

Shalini Pandey shared a disturbing incident from her early career where a director entered her van without knocking. She reacted strongly, emphasizing the importance of boundaries and basic manners. Over time, she learned to handle such situations more tactfully, appreciating her initial strong reactions for protecting herself.

Shabana Azmi credits Shibani Akhtar for Dabba Cartel's success, highlighting strong writing and direction. She portrayed Sheilaben, refining her performance with a Gujarati dialect. Azmi prefers acting over writing and hints at a possible second season, praising the show's empowering narrative centered around strong female leads.

Anjali Anand, celebrated for her role in Kulfi Kumar Bajewala, had a memorable encounter with legend Rekha at the Dabba Cartel premiere. Anjali discovered Rekha was a fan of her work, learning their mothers were longtime friends. The event also highlighted Anjali's upcoming involvement in the intriguing crime drama series, Dabba Cartel, set to stream on Netflix.

A single photograph has sent South cinema fans into a frenzy! Kollywood stars Trisha Krishnan, Jyotika, and Ramya Krishnan came together for a picture-perfect moment that quickly became the talk of the town. Trisha later surprised fans by posting additional pictures from the gathering, including an unmissable selfie taken by actor Suriya.

The release of Dhanush's film 'Idly Kadai' has been postponed from April 10 due to incomplete shooting, including an overseas song sequence. The delay avoids a box office clash with Ajith's 'Good Bad Ugly.' The film is now anticipated to release in June.

On the set of 'Dabba Cartel,' Anjali Anand was momentarily starstruck while filming a scene with Shabana Azmi. Anand described the powerful encounter and how it briefly disrupted her focus. She expressed admiration for Shabana and Jyothika's presence and professionalism. 'Dabba Cartel,' directed by Hitesh Bhatia, also features Gajraj Rao, Jyotika, and others, and is available on OTT.

Shalini Pandey, who made her debut in director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 2017 Telugu blockbuster Arjun Reddy alongside Vijay Deverakonda, recently opened up about the struggles she faced despite the film’s massive success. The actress shared how she often felt sidelined in discussions and had to "play dumb" to be heard.

The 'Dabba Cartel' cast, including Shabana Azmi, Anjali Anand, Jyotika, and Shalini Pandey, discuss their profession's realities. Shabana Azmi calls herself a "greedy actress," unapologetically seeking roles. The Netflix series premiered on February 28, exploring women's lives in a high-stakes operation.

Shabana Azmi, renowned for her portrayal of complex characters, steps into the role of Kashi--an enigmatic woman whose strength quietly but undeniably commands attention.

Shibani Dandekar revealed Javed Akhtar’s suggestion of Shabana Azmi for 'Dabba Cartel' was coincidental, as Shabana was already being considered. Shabana agreed to join the series quickly during a brief Zoom call, impressing Shibani, who admired her work since childhood.

Shabana Azmi discussed "women-centric" storytelling and debates with Zoya Akhtar about being labeled a "female director." Azmi believes highlighting gender differences is important for celebrating unique perspectives. She emphasizes the need for increased visibility for women in film, noting the journey to equality is still far off.

Dhanush is currently filming 'Tere Ishq Mein' in Delhi, reuniting with Aanand L Rai, while preparing for the release of his fourth directorial, 'Idli Kadai.' The rural drama, featuring an ensemble cast, is set for an April 10 release, potentially clashing with Ajith's 'Good Bad Ugly.'

Shabana Azmi shared a humorous incident where a 20-year-old crew member failed to recognize her and mistook her for Shibani Dandekar at the Dabba Cartel trailer launch. Shabana expressed admiration for the increasing presence of women in film crews and responded playfully to a teasing remark by her husband, Javed Akhtar.

Shabana Azmi is undoubtedly one of the most celebrated actresses in the industry, known for her versatile choices and bold approach to acting. She has also made headlines for her personal life, particularly her marriage to renowned writer-lyricist Javed Akhtar in 1984. There was a time when Shabana compared herself to Rekha and felt jealous of her bond with filmmaker Mira Nair.

Ajith fans have celebrated the release of the 'Good Bad Ugly' teaser with great fanfare, symbolically mocking Dhanush's 'Idly Kadai' ahead of their box office clash. The rivalry between fans has intensified on social media, heightening expectations for both films releasing on April 10.

Actress Jyotika recently shared her thoughts on the challenges she faced in the film industry, particularly the struggle of being sidelined in male-centric projects despite her experience and success. Jyotika will soon be seen in Dabba Cartel, an upcoming web series produced by Excel Entertainment and directed by Hitesh Bhatia.

Actor Kunj Anand, who shared the screen with Khushi Kapoor and Junaid Khan in the recently released movie 'Loveyapa', recently addressed the box office failure of the film. Even though it did not perform well at the box office, he believes that audiences will embrace it once it becomes available on OTT.

Indian Idol 15 featured Shabana Azmi, who shared an emotional story about her father, Kaifi Azmi's dedication to his art despite severe health issues. She recounted how he worked tirelessly on a shayari film script, even risking his health by taking anti-sleeping tablets, which led to a paralytic attack. Her web show, Dabba Cartel, recently went on floors.

Anjali Anand, who made her debut with Karan Johar's directorial Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, recently opened up about the unfair labeling of women as ‘plus-size actors’ while male actors are not subjected to the same scrutiny. She questioned why stars like Govinda and Rishi Kapoor were never referred to as plus-size, yet women are consistently reduced to such labels.

Rekha attended a 'Dabba Cartel' screening, supporting Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar. She stole the spotlight in a golden saree, warmly interacting with Shabana Azmi. Both actresses posed together, showcasing elegance. The series explores ambition and betrayal in a unique drug cartel narrative.

Veteran actor Shabana Azmi stars in her first OTT show, Dabba Cartel, about women involved in drug smuggling using tiffin boxes. Backed by Farhan Akhtar, the series features Jyothika, Shalini Pandey, and others. Shabana recalls tiffin memories and shares her husband Javed Akhtar's love for meetha and favorite sweets, adding humor and nostalgia to the interview.

Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar is gearing up for the release of her much-anticipated production, Superboys of Malegaon. Backed by her banner Tiger Baby, in collaboration with Excel Entertainment, the film is directed by Reema Kagti and is set for a theatrical release on February 28. Ahead of its debut, the makers hosted a star-studded screening on Monday night, attended by several industry celebrities.

Jyotika returns to Bollywood with 'Srikanth' and stars in 'Dabba Cartel', focusing on themes of casual sexism and women’s independence. Despite years in the industry, Jyotika faces discrimination linked to her marriage to Suriya and discusses its impact on her career. 'Dabba Cartel' premieres on Netflix on February 28.

The film is directed by GR Krishna.

While Nikhil was confirmed for the project previously, the hunt for the female lead was on.

The teaser of GV Prakash Kumar and Shalini Pandey's '100% Kadhal' directed by MM Chandramouli has been released.