Sriram Raghavan

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Filmmaker Sriram Raghavan shared the genesis of his critically acclaimed film 'Andhadhun'. He revealed that a short film by Hemant Rao sparked his interest, leading to its adaptation into a feature. Despite a smooth production, the team explored numerous plot twists and endings for the gripping narrative about a piano player entangled in a murder mystery.

Filmmaker Sriram Raghavan revealed Saif Ali Khan's initial hesitation for his directorial debut, 'Ek Hasina Thi,' noting the actor's career stage. Raghavan also shared how the film materialized after a different project with Ram Gopal Varma was postponed, leading him to a new story. Varma's advice to avoid repeating formulas shaped Raghavan's subsequent filmmaking.

Director Sriram Raghavan said he was surprised by how audiences received Ikkis in theaters, noting that early army screenings were highly positive. He suggested critics may not have seen the film yet and hopes they’ll watch it soon. Ikkis, based on Arun Kheterpal’s life, marks Agastya Nanda’s debut and features Dharmendra in his final role. Read on to know more in detail.

After 'Johnny Gaddar', Sriram Raghavan offered Dharmendra a RAW head role in Agent Vinod opposite Zeenat Aman. But Dharmendra said, “It’ll be India-Pakistan, I don’t want to do it.” Scheduling clashed too. They later reunited for Ikkis, Dharmendra's final film—a biopic on Arun Khetarpal.

Sriram Raghavan discusses plans for sequels to 'Andhadhun' and 'Badlapur'. He mentions that there is no pressure for a sequel to 'Andhadhun' unless he gets a great story. He believes that some things are best left incomplete and trying to make a sequel might ruin the first film's ending. As for 'Badlapur', he states that the story is over and there is no need for a sequel. However, he is open to making another film about rage or revenge with an interesting take, which could be called 'Badlapur 2'.

Vijay Sethupathi discusses his enriching experience working on the film 'Merry Christmas' under director Sriram Raghavan. He praises Raghavan's effective direction and the film's distinct plot. Sethupathi highlights his collaboration with Katrina Kaif and the comfortable work environment created by Raghavan. He anticipates a positive reception for their unusual pairing and emphasizes the importance of finding common ground for successful collaborations, despite language barriers.

Filmmaker Sriram Raghavan expressed his admiration for the box office hit 'Dhurandhar' by Aditya Dhar, but firmly stated that he would never venture into a similar filmmaking territory. He appreciates the film's success and compelling performances; however, he feels that its style does not resonate with his artistic vision or the evolving landscape of thriller cinema.

Sriram Raghavan, a Tamil filmmaker, fulfilled his wish to create a Tamil movie, "Merry Christmas." However, directing it simultaneously in both Hindi and Tamil proved to be exhaustive. Raghavan expressed that he wouldn't pursue similar dual-language projects in the future due to the labor-intensive nature. The Tamil trailer for "Merry Christmas" showcases not only visual differences but also features different actors compared to the Hindi version. Raghavan emphasized that it's not merely a dubbed version; they re-filmed the entire movie separately in Tamil after completing the Hindi version, ensuring a unique and genuine experience for the Tamil audience.

ETimes brings you exclusive info on Agastya Nanda's Ikkis, that will be helmed by Sriram Raghavan. The filming of the same is expected to be carried out majorly in North India

Filmmaker Sriram Raghavan expressed surprise at the muted theatrical reception of his war drama "Ikkis," now available on OTT. He hopes the film, starring Agastya Nanda as Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, will find a wider audience. Raghavan also reflected on his recent films' performance and the industry's challenges, emphasizing his search for compelling stories.

Katrina Kaif expresses excitement for her collaboration with Sriram Raghavan on the film 'Merry Christmas' set to release on January 12, 2024. The movie stars Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi, offering a unique cinematic experience. The journey filming in two languages has been intense, and the cast is passionate about bringing the film to life. 'Merry Christmas' is a collaboration between Tips Films and Matchbox Pictures, produced by Ramesh Taurani, Sanjay Routray, Jaya Taurani, and Kewal Garg.

Saif Ali Khan has denied rumours of fallout with filmmaker of Agent Vinod, Sriram Raghavan.

Renowned filmmaker Sriram Raghavan, a recipient of the National Award, has shared captivating details about his forthcoming project, 'Ikkis'. The movie centers on the life of the war hero Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal PVC, and Raghavan has expressed enthusiasm regarding the casting of the lead role, which will be portrayed by the young actor Agastya Nanda.

Agastya Nanda, Amitabh Bachchan's grandson, is set to star in Sriram Raghavan's 'Ekkis'. The young actor has undergone acting workshops and training to portray the character of Arun Khetarpal, India's celebrated war hero. Shooting for the film will begin in January 2024, after Agastya dedicates time to engage with the script and participate in intensive workshops. Sriram Raghavan specifically chose Agastya for the role, as he believes he is a perfect fit.

Months after Ikkis hit theatres and earned critical acclaim, director Sriram Raghavan has addressed the controversy surrounding the film’s disclaimer that called Pakistan “not at all trustworthy.” In a recent interview, the filmmaker admitted that he was not personally happy with the inclusion of the statement.

Just yesterday, ETimes brought you exclusive pictures of Katrina Kaif resuming work after her destination wedding with Vicky Kaushal. The actress was spotted on the sets of Ramesh Taurani's next 'Merry Christmas' in the city. She was seen having an intense conversation with director Sriram Raghavan before her shot.

Katrina Kaif will be seen sharing the screen with Vijay Sethupathi in 'Merry Christmas'.

Katrina Kaif recently took to her Instagram handle to announce her next film, 'Merry Christmas'. Helmed by Sriram Raghavan, the actress will be paired opposite Vijay Sethupati.

Katrina Kaif features with South star Vijay Sethupathi in director Sriram Raghavan’s Merry Christmas. It’s a unique pairing, one that’s surprised moviegoers, ever since it was announced last year. While speaking to ETimes, producer Ramesh Taurani revealed that the fresh pairing is exactly what’s going to work in favour of the film. He said, “Vijay suited the role perfectly so we approached him for this film. He is a fantastic actor and a big name down South.”

Katrina Kaif expresses uncertainty about potential sequel to 'Merry Christmas' but desires to collaborate with Sriram Raghavan again due to fulfilling experience working with him; emphasizes emotional impact of positive response; praises director's unique storytelling and execution; discusses challenging scenes and importance of dance scene.

Bollywood's ace filmmaker Sriram Raghavan's 'Merry Christmas' starring Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi has created a buzz among the audience. But did you know the filmmaker Sriram had narrated the idea of the film to Varun Dhawan before Vijay Sethupathi?

Sriram Raghavan's 'AndhaDhun' trailer starring Tabu, Ayushmann Khurrana and Radhika Apte received a huge thumbs up from Bollywood celebrities soon after the trailer's release.

The Sriram Raghavan thriller hit Andhadhun, which won Ayushmann Khurrana the National Award as Best Actor, released two years ago on this day.

Just a few minutes ago, producer Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films announced their latest project, director Sriram Raghavan's Ikkis, a film that will tell the story of India's war hero Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal PVC.

If everything goes well, Vijay Sethupathi will soon be seen in his second Hindi film, which will be directed by Andhadhun’s director Sriram Raghavan.

Sriram Raghavan contemplates making a sequel to 'Merry Christmas', evaluating its potential for compelling drama and emotional resonance. He mentions the possibility of a story for 'Badlapur 2' in the future, but no official confirmation has been made yet. Raghavan's upcoming project is 'Ikkis'. Merry Christmas starred Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi in lead roles.

It is believed that Saif has creative differences with director Agent Vinod director Sriram Raghavan.

Sriram Raghavan's 'Ikkis' is a big production war drama featuring Agastya Nanda and Dharmendra. It tells the story of a young officer's journey to manhood with tank battles, offering a fresh take on the thriller genre.