Interviews with Anupama Chopra

In the exclusive conversation with Anupama Chopra, Lakshya and Raghav Juyal - the cast of the upcoming gruesome action spectacle, talk about collectively preparing themselves for the film. They delve deep into how the action was choreographed and how their director Nikhil Bhat made sure it was all on paper, well in detail and description. They talk about their respective journeys from TV to films, and all that they experienced in b...

In this exclusive conversation from the film’s sets with Anupama Chopra, director Nag Ashwin, and producers Priyanka Dutt and Swapna Dutt talk about all things Kalki 2898 AD. They share valuable insights on what led to making one of India’s most ambitious and expensive films. They delve deep into shooting procedures of the Prabhas and Deepika Padukone starrer, and directing the likes of Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan. They tell ...

In this interview with Anupama Chopra, Kartik Aaryan talks about committing to the role Murlikant Petkar in the Kabir Khan directorial. He delves into the process of shaping his body and mind to get into the skin of the character, and eventually bringing his best out on screen; keeping in mind how this stands to be one of the toughest roles he’s played in his filmography. He talks about being asocial, and how it helps him, and also...

Anupama Chopra engages in an insightful chat with Fahadh Faasil, exploring various facets of his career and personal reflections. They delve into his recent film "Aavesham" and his portrayal of the character Ranga. Fahadh reflects on the influence of "Pushpa" on his career and discusses his journey as a pan-Indian star, sharing bonds with fellow actors like Vicky Kaushal and Rajkummar Rao. 

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In this conversation with Anupama Chopra, Rajkummar Rao throws light on his next big release “Srikanth” directed by Tushar Hiranandani. He delves into his process of preparing for the role, and how spending time with visually-impaired individuals shaped his character, both on reel and in reality. He then talks about the recent trolling he’s been subjected to, surrounding his chin surgery, and the noise social media brings along. He...

In this exclusive conversation with Anupama Chopra, we see Imran Khan give his first interview, post his sabbatical. He talks about what these years were like, and how he put the focus on himself and his mental health. He delves deep into the reasons that led him to quitting the industry 9 years ago, and all that makes him want to still tell stories, from and to the heart. He shares his experiences of being overtly self-sufficient,...

In an exclusive interview with Anupama Chopra, Vineeth Sreenivasan discusses his film "Varshangalkku Shesham," featuring Pranav Mohanlal and Nivin Pauly. He shares his inspirations and reflects on his career choice. Sreenivasan elaborates on his on-set experience, where the friendly crew indulged in cricket matches all-day, sometimes overshadowing shoots. He also delves into the nepotism debate, offering insights on its n...

In this exclusive podcast with Anupama Chopra, filmmaker Dibakar Banerjee talks about LSD 2, Tees being shelved by Netflix, the impact filmmakers like Anurag Kashyap, Vikramaditya Motwane and him have had on shaping the Hindi cinema in the last decade. He delves into the processes involved in casting the actors for Love Sex Aur Dhokha 2, and what makes him chase his brand of cinema. We ask the filmmaker about his relationship with ...

In this conversation with Anupama Chopra, the actor and director of the upcoming Amar Singh Chamkila biopic - Diljit Dosanjh and Imtiaz Ali delve into the nitty-gritty of the film, their shared admiration for Punjab, and how it’s most adrenaline charged, yet the most poetic state. They tell us what it’s like to work with the purest of souls on set, and what makes their film true to the sentiment attached around the renowned singer....

Anirudh Ravichander dissects his musical journey with Anupama Chopra, with a tour of his incredible garage studio. From his debut sensation "Why This Kolaveri Di", to orchestrating scores for blockbuster films like Jawan, Jailer, Vikram & Leo - the composer takes us through his collaborations with eminent directors like Atlee, Lokesh Kanagaraj, Nelson. He also tells us about the process of creating for superstars like...

In this interview with Anupama Chopra, the cast and crew of Poacher - Alia Bhatt, Richie Mehta, Roshan Mathew, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya talk in length about their latest Amazon Prime Web Series; the challenges surrounding the filming of the show, and it's impact on the crew. They discuss filming animals just the way they'd film cinema, and the moral aspects of choosing scripts that promote an ideal personality traits.
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Hrithik Roshan, in an exclusive interview with Anupama Chopra talks about all things Fighter. He breaks down a couple of scenes from the latest Siddharth Anand directorial, talks about his apprehensions on being a STAR before being an ACTOR, and his love for the packaging process of a film i.e direction, camera work and screenplay. He hints on starting his next, War 2 very very soon, and delves candidly into the ways and means by w...

In an exclusive interview with Anupama Chopra, Agastya Nanda talks about the good, bad, and ugly of receiving mixed responses for his debut film Archies directed by Zoya Akhtar. He delves into the relationship he has had with films, his far-from-stardom adolescence period, and the all that keeps him grounded. He further expresses his excitement on working with Sriram Raghavan on his next project Ikkees, and how he hopes to not let ...

In this exclusive interview, AP Dhillon & Shinda Kahlon speak with Anupama Chopra about the challenges of the music industry, the evolution of AP Dhillon's artistry and his journey from a garage studio to stardom. They delve into their creative process, the pressures of fame, and the balance between staying true to oneself and catering to fan expectations. Discover how AP navigates the fast-paced world of music and what kee...

Celebrating 20 years of "Koi Mil Gaya", Hrithik Roshan Exclusively speaks with Anupama Chopra about the evolution of Indian cinema and the film's 2023 relevance, particularly when viewed with his children. He reflects on his role as Rohit, addresses criticism, and shares his career's highs and lows. He also explores his pursuit of balancing commercial and artistically fulfilling roles, the shifting film industry l...

In this exclusive (spoiler-filled) Post Mortem of ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’ after the opening weekend, Karan Johar speaks with Anupama Chopra about the creation of the characters and what inspired ‘Rocky’. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from the set of RRKPK. He discusses working with Dharmendra, Shabana Azmi, Ranveer Singh, and Alia Bhatt, explaining how he balanced humor with a serious message. The filmmaker addresse...

Suvinder Vicky speaks with Anupama Chopra about his 20-year journey as an actor, handling fame after the grand success of Kohrra, and how he uses silence to create compelling performances. The actor also discusses his struggles, his previous works such as Chauthi Koot, Meel Patthar and CAT, and his upcoming plans following the success of his web show.

To watch the full interview: https://youtu.be/WlC73VYSt7g

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From the sidelines of Netflix’s Tudum in Brazil, Zoya Akhtar speaks to Anupama Chopra about adapting the beloved American comic book series, The Archies, for a modern audience. She opens up about her unique storytelling style, her passion for exploring themes of friendship, and the challenges of incorporating a progressive worldview into a comic first published in 1942. The filmmaker also shares her best piece of advice for the cas...