Anish Mohanty, Author at Planet Bollywood

Rajat Barmecha was twenty-one years old when ‘Udaan’, his debut film, released in theatres. The much-acclaimed film introduced Rajat to a large number of audiences that only had good things…

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“When I was a nobody and had nothing, my guitar kept me alive” – Gourov Dasgupta

Anish Mohanty

When he was growing up, Gourov Dasgupta barely listened to Hindi film music. Now, he is a ‘Bollywood composer’ and a successful one at that. Having worked on films like…

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“The industry actually comprises of more outsiders than insiders” – Shiv Panditt

Anish Mohanty

In his decade long career as an actor, Shiv Panditt has played a variety of roles many of which played an important role in propelling his career forward in the…

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“I feel grateful to have been part of so many successful shows in the last one year” – Parul Gulati

Anish Mohanty

Parul Gulati on the second season of ‘Hey Prabhu’, emerging as one of the most prominent faces in the web space in the last one year, importance of training for…

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“Collaborating with another artiste and creating content together is a wonderful process” – Nidhi Passi

Anish Mohanty

Social media influencer Nidhi Passi on being a part of MX TakaTak’s MY Home collaborative space for influencers, collaborating with different artistes, her most memorable collaboration till date, the pressure…

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“I am like a production house in one person” – Pratha Narang

Anish Mohanty

The one word which you could use to describe Pratha Narang is versatile. It has been a few years since Pratha has been working in the entertainment industry and she…

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“My version of Ek Ladki Bheegi Bhaagi Si is a humble tribute to Kishore da” – Ajay Keswani

Anish Mohanty

Ajay Keswani tasted tremendous success in his businessman but the young man, who can play as many as twenty-seven musical instruments, always had a desire to express himself as an…

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Bole Naina Music Review

Anish Mohanty

After delivering a bunch of memorable performances in a talent hunt/reality show several years back, Pratibha Singh Baghel went on to sing in a couple of Hindi films. One of…

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Haathi Mere Saathi Music Review

Anish Mohanty

‘Haathi Mere Saathi’, a film shot simultaneously in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu is all set to be one of the first major films to hit the theatres in a post…

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“Formal training is the backbone of a singer’s career” – Mahalakshmi Iyer

Anish Mohanty

Those who follow Hindi film music, would vouch for the fact that Mahalakshmi Iyer has been one of the greatest musical talents in this country. Some of her most memorable…

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“Kalira Atita is an Odia film that will resonate with a global audience” – Nila Madhab Panda

Anish Mohanty

Recipient of several national and international awards and titles, Padma Shri Nila Madhab Panda has been globally recognized as one of those filmmakers in India whose films are aimed at…

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“I have always been very content” – Gautam Hegde

Anish Mohanty

When you meet or speak to Gautam Hegde, you realize, within a few minutes of having a conversation with him, that he is an extremely warm and sensitive person. Perhaps,…

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“I am looking forward to start a new chapter of my life with Soumita” – Paras Madaan

Anish Mohanty

In a career spanning more than a decade, Paras Madaan has played a variety of roles on television. Some of his most popular projects include Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa…

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“I always say that I will end up becoming a director someday” – Anuja Joshi

Anish Mohanty

Hailing from a family of performing artistes, it was quite natural for Anuja Joshi to get drawn to creative arts. As a child, she learnt dance and music extensively and…

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“I have always been drawn towards finite shows” – Mrinal Dutt

Anish Mohanty

In his decade long career in the entertainment industry, Mrinal Dutt has essayed a wide variety of roles. With ‘Hello Mini 2’ he reprises the character of Danny which he…

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The Girl On The Train Music Review

Anish Mohanty

‘The Girl On The Train’, a film headlined by Parineeti Chopra, is an official remake of the American film of the same name which had released in 2016. The original…

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“We document our thoughts and experiences through our songs” – The Yellow Diary

Anish Mohanty

While the media describes them as an alternative rock band, the members of the band The Yellow Diary believe their music encompasses several genres and sonic identities. The band, which…

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“I have made a conscious effort to play progressive characters on-screen” – Supriya Pilgaonkar

Anish Mohanty

Ahead of the world television premiere of ‘Suraj Pe Mangal Bhaari’, Supriya Pilgaonkar talks about the experience of working on the film, choosing to play progressive characters, doing films more…

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“After finishing a project, I take a break for a month or two” – Gulshan Devaiah

Anish Mohanty

Warm, candid and honest – these are some of the words one would use to describe Gulshan Devaiah. I have had the good fortune of speaking to him on several…

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“I might get back to acting if I get an interesting role” – Tarun Dhanrajgir

Anish Mohanty

Actor turned filmmaker Tarun Dhanrajgir on Bolo Hau, using Hyderabad as a character in his film, getting back to acting and more. What made you decide on making a film…