Shekhar Kapur

Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker, celebrated for his acclaimed works, has been appointed the festival director for the 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). Succeeding Shekhar Kapur, Gowariker expressed immense pride and joy in taking on this role, highlighting his long-standing association with the prestigious event since 1984.

In a resurfaced 1997 interview, Salim Khan defended his son Salman Khan's perceived anger, stating it's a necessary emotion when channeled correctly against injustice. He highlighted Salman's sensitivity to suffering and his consistent support for newcomers, contrasting it with the press's focus on negative incidents.

As a fitting culmination to IFFD 2026, the after-party stood as a celebration of global dialogue, artistic exchange, and the evolving language of cinema and culture further reinforcing Delhi’s position as a thriving hub for creative convergence.

For those born on April 20th, the upcoming year under the influence of Number 7 brings a period of career evaluation and thoughtful risk-taking, with potential for financial growth and better control. Relationships will require deeper, honest communication, while health necessitates attention to underlying fatigue and lifestyle balance. Travel becomes more purposeful, with significant encounters shaping future direction.

Imran Khan dreams of remaking Anil Kapoor's timeless 'Mr India', calling it "crazy" in a Reddit AMA. He praises its grounded fantasy and Anil's ageless charm. Fans cheer a modern take preserving the hero's idealism. The 1987 classic blends action, comedy, and hits like Hawa Hawai against villain Mogambo.

Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur revealed Aamir Khan's early ambition to be an assistant director. However, the role was denied to Khan, not by Kapur, but by the first assistant director, Satish Kaushik, due to Aamir's car. Kapur believes this rejection was fortunate, allowing Khan to become the celebrated actor he is today. Read the full article to know more in detail.

Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur revealed why Yash Raj Films stepped away from his long-delayed futuristic film 'Paani'. Creative differences regarding Aditya Chopra's involvement in directorial control led to the studio's withdrawal. Kapur also reflected on Sushant Singh Rajput's dedication to the role before his untimely death.

Amrish Puri's Mogambo from Mr. India is iconic like Gabbar. Shekhar Kapur recalls Javed Akhtar's “Mogambo khush hua” line's origin, its cricket fame, Puri's fan frustration (“trapped!”), unique costume under Rs 25,000, and Amitabh-inspired invisible man idea.

Manipuri film ‘Boong’ achieved a historic first, clinching the BAFTA Award for Best Children’s and Family Film. Veteran filmmaker Shekhar Kapur lauded the movie's cultural depth and political commentary. The film, backed by Farhan Akhtar, tells the story of a young boy's quest to reunite his parents amidst unrest in Manipur.

Shekhar Kapur's 'Will', the account of young William Shakespeare's life as he arrives in London to establish a career in theatre, has been given 10-episode series order for a 2017 premiere by TNT.

Shekhar Kapur reminisces challenges from 'Mr India'. In a Daily Post interview, he reveals using rum for the cockroach scene. Amrish Puri delivers Shakespearean dialogue as Mogambo. Boney Kapoor plans 'Mr. India' sequel.

Ace filmmaker Shekhar Kapur introduces 'Warlord', a science fiction series made entirely with artificial intelligence. The teaser is out now. The story follows interdimensional warriors and mystical crystals. Kapur plans to make production design and characters open source for creators. He partners with Studio Blo. Spaceships are inspired by jellyfish. The Warlord universe will expand into films and games.

Shekhar Kapur has shared a priceless throwback on social media, from an interaction he had with Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise.

Shekhar Kapur's latest international release 'What's Love Got To Do With It' is grabbing attention worldwide.

Shekhar Kapur was to direct Sushant Singh Rajput for his ambitious venture titled ‘Paani’. Sharing an unseen picture from the research bank for the film, Shekhar Kapur wrote, “Shot 12 years ago. Part of huge bank of #Paani research pics/illustrations. The film script is about a future city where the wealthy take all the water. And then use water as a weapon of political and social control. It’s a cautionary tale of what’s coming if we’re not careful.”

The kids of the ‘80s and the ‘90s got the shock of their lives on February 17 when director Ali Abbas Zafar announced that he was working on the Mr India Trilogy. Believed to be a spinoff using the iconic character played by Anil Kapoor in the original Shekhar Kapur directorial, fans were still heartbroken and got quite defensive about the character along with the original director himself. Since then, fans have been trolling Ali to even think of touching the character and the original cast and crew members have been furious as they were neither consulted nor informed about the trilogy before making the announcement. And now, Shekhar Kapur has triggered a meme fest as he wonders how would Mogambo react to another Mogambo in this world.

Director Shekhar Kapur discusses the pressing concerns surrounding Deep Fake technology at IFFI Goa event. He emphasizes the challenges of responsible use and controlling AI. Kapur questions whether the issue lies with the technology itself or the ethical choices made by individuals. He draws parallels between regulating AI and managing social media platforms, expressing skepticism about controlling both. Kapur highlights the struggle to manage technological advancements and the ever-evolving nature of these innovations.

Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur had worked extensively with late Sushant Singh Rajput while they prepped for ‘Paani’, which was later shelved. Recently when a Twitter user shared that Shekhar Kapur and SSR used to talk on Twitter, the filmmaker agreed and expressed that he missed the late actor. “I miss exploring philosophy and physics with Sushant. For someone so young, his mind was incredibly agile. With amazing wisdom,” wrote Shekhar Kapur.

Actor Manoj Bajpayee is currently spending his lockdown days amidst nature in Uttarakhand, and on Monday he received a surprise from his "first director" Shekhar Kapur.

Shekhar Kapur has special reason to act in 'Vishwaroopam 2?

Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur predicts artificial intelligence will drastically reduce filmmaking costs, empowering a new generation of storytellers. He believes AI is a "democratic technology" poised to boost India's GDP by a trillion dollars annually. While AI can handle many tasks, Kapur emphasizes that human intuition and innovation remain irreplaceable, offering opportunities for those without formal training.

Veteran filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has been conferred with the prestigious Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award, for his exceptional contributions to Indian cinema. His ex-wife, actress and singer Suchitra Krishnamoorthi, has expressed her pride and joy over his achievement. Manoj Bajpayee and SS Rajamouli also congratulated Shekhar for his well deserved recognition.

Actress Suchitra Krishnamoorthi spoke about her marriage to Shekhar Kapur, revealing how she became obsessed with him after meeting while he was casting for a movie. Despite her parents' objections, she got married to Kapur, even though there was an age difference and he was divorced.

Anil Kapoor and Boney Kapoor were anxious about the success of 'Mr India' due to the significant investment they made. The film, directed by Shekhar Kapur, achieved cult status over the years and starred actors like Sridevi, Satish Kaushik, and Amrish Puri in key roles.

Shekhar Kapur and his wife Suchitra Krishnamoorthi may have grown apart, but his penchant for many things South continues

Source says, Shekhar Kapur to weigh hosting responsibility for Idea Of India.

Sushant Singh Rajput’s death by suicide on June 14 is being investigated by the Mumbai police. The late actor’s close friends Rhea Chakraborty, Mahesh Shetty and several others have already recorded their statements. And now, according to Times Now, filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Shekhar Kapur and Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut will also be questioned by the Mumbai Police. While SLB will be called in for questioning, Kangana and Shekhar Kapur will also be a part of the questioning.

Eminent Bollywood director Shekhar Kapur recently took to Twitter to recall a horrific incident his family had to go through during the partition of India and Pakistan.

Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur criticized Amazon Prime Video for modifying his 1994 film 'Bandit Queen' without his consent. He likened this unauthorized alteration to being disrespectful to his creative vision and questioned whether such changes would be applied to a Christopher Nolan movie.