]]>Salman Khan became a household name after Maine Pyaar Kiya but his entry into films happened a year earlier with the 1988 release Biwi Ho Toh Aisi. The film marked the directorial debut of J K Bihari who unknowingly launched a future superstar purely on instinct and belief.
A Scene from the movie Biwi Ho To Aisi
Bihari, who had earlier assisted legendary filmmaker K Asif on Love And God and later worked closely with producer K C Bokadia, says Salman’s innocence and natural way of speaking stood out instantly. According to him, Sooraj Barjatya only needed to see that sincerity to take a leap of faith which eventually reshaped Hindi cinema.
Biwi Ho Toh Aisi starred Rekha in the lead role, a casting that many believed was impossible for a first time director. Bihari recalls approaching Rekha directly with the subject and explaining that it was the title role. Despite her usual reluctance to work with debut directors, Rekha agreed after learning about his association with K Asif. The film was completed and released within six months, defying industry doubts.
Farooque Shaikh and J K Bihari on the sets of Biwi Ho To Aisi.
Salman Khan was cast without an audition. Bihari remembers seeing a young man walking near his office with a file in hand and deciding instantly that he was right for the role of Rekha’s brother in law. At that time, he did not even know that Salman was Salim Khan’s son. There were no auditions or vanity vans in those days, and even senior actors worked with minimal comforts.
During the shoot, Salman was inexperienced but eager to learn. Rekha and Farooque Shaikh supported him on set, helping him grow into the role. While working on the film, Salman signed a three film contract with Bihari. When he was later offered Maine Pyaar Kiya, the makers asked him to obtain a no objection certificate. Recognising the opportunity, Bihari tore up the contract himself, encouraging Salman to move ahead.
Biwi Ho Toh Aisi went on to become a hit, performing especially well in smaller centres and enjoying long runs in several regions. Even today, audiences continue to enjoy the film on television.
Years later, Bihari met Salman again at Mehboob Studio where Salman was shooting with Aamir Khan. On seeing his first director, Salman immediately walked up to him, hugged him warmly and introduced him to Aamir Khan as the man who launched his career. The two spent hours reminiscing and discussing future possibilities.
Bihari later faced professional setbacks and health challenges which slowed his filmmaking journey. However, he remains hopeful of collaborating again, possibly to support his son’s directorial ambitions, bringing the story full circle.
From working in a studio canteen to assisting K Asif and eventually launching one of Bollywood’s biggest stars, J K Bihari’s journey reflects the unpredictable yet magical nature of the film industry, where instinct, timing and generosity can change lives forever.
]]>https://theedgemedia.in/jk-bihari-salman-khan-first-film-biwi-ho-toh-aisi/feed0Tamannaah Bhatia to Portray Jayashree in V Shantaram Biopic, Starring Siddhant Chaturvedi
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https://theedgemedia.in/tamannaah-bhatia-jayashree-v-shantaram-biopic#respondWed, 10 Dec 2025 10:00:27 +0000https://theedgemedia.in/?p=27603Tamannaah Bhatia is all set to portray the legendary actress Jayashree in the upcoming biographical film about the iconic filmmaker V Shantaram. The film, starring Siddhant Chaturvedi as V Shantaram, will explore the remarkable journey and cinematic contributions of one of India’s most influential directors. On Tuesday, the film’s makers unveiled a poster showcasing Tamannaah’s […]
]]>Tamannaah Bhatia is all set to portray the legendary actress Jayashree in the upcoming biographical film about the iconic filmmaker V Shantaram. The film, starring Siddhant Chaturvedi as V Shantaram, will explore the remarkable journey and cinematic contributions of one of India’s most influential directors.
On Tuesday, the film’s makers unveiled a poster showcasing Tamannaah’s look as Jayashree, draped in a traditional pink Nauvari saree, which perfectly captures the elegance of the actress, renowned for her roles in classic films such as Dr Kotnis Ki Amar Kahani, Shakuntala, Chandra Rao More, andDahej. Jayashree was also V Shantaram’s second wife, and her legacy in Indian cinema is deeply intertwined with his.
Tamannaah Bhatia is all set to portray the legendary actress Jayashree and Siddhant Chaturvedi as V Shantaram
“V Shantaram” is a historical drama that honors the life and career of the director who revolutionized Indian cinema, tracing his evolution from the silent film era to his position as a cinematic pioneer.
The film delves into Shantaram’s significant impact on Indian filmmaking and his role in shaping modern cinema.
Speaking about her role, Tamannaah expressed her excitement and pride in portraying such an important character: “It’s a great responsibility to portray a character rooted in one of the most influential eras of our cinema. I feel immensely honored to bring Jayashree to life, as she has been part of such legendary projects, and the grace she had was surreal. Shantaram built a legacy that continues to shape generations, and decoding his universe has allowed me to witness the brilliance of the man behind the legend. Bringing a piece of that legacy to the screen is truly a special feeling, and I am thankful for the makers of V Shantaram to see me as Jayashree.”
Earlier, the film’s makers revealed that Siddhant Chaturvedi will star as V Shantaram, marking a major milestone in his career.
Produced by Rahul Kiran Shantaram, Subhash Kale, and Sarita Ashwin Varde, the film is presented by Rajkamal Entertainment, Camera Take Films, and Roaring Rivers Production. Directed by Abhijeet Shirish Despande, V Shantaram promises to be a cinematic tribute to one of the most visionary filmmakers in India’s history.
Director V. Shantaram with his wife Jaishree
V Shantaram, born Shantaram Rajaram Vankudre in 1901, was a pioneering filmmaker whose career spanned over seven decades. He founded two major film studios—Prabhat Film Company in 1929 and Rajkamal Kalamandir in 1942—and directed the first Marathi-language talkie, Ayodhyecha Raja (1932). His films, such as Duniya Na Mane (1937), Do Aankhen Barah Haath (1957), Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje (1955), and Navrang (1959), were not only known for their technical innovations but also for their progressive themes on social issues like communal harmony, dowry, and prisoner rehabilitation.
V Shantaram was renowned for his lavish sets, unique song picturizations, and use of visual symbolism, employing cinema as a medium for social change. His contributions to the film industry were recognized with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1985, cementing his place as a true legend in Indian cinema.
]]>https://theedgemedia.in/tamannaah-bhatia-jayashree-v-shantaram-biopic/feed0Veteran Actor Satish Shah Passes Away at 74
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https://theedgemedia.in/satish-shah-passes-away-bandra#respondSat, 25 Oct 2025 13:55:46 +0000https://theedgemedia.in/?p=26239Veteran actor Satish Shah, beloved for his memorable roles in both television and film, passed away at his residence in Bandra East on Saturday afternoon. He was 74. Shah’s trusted aide and personal assistant for over three decades, Ramesh Kadatala, confirmed his death. Industry colleagues and friends, including filmmaker Ashoke Pandit, expressed their shock and […]
]]>Veteran actor Satish Shah, beloved for his memorable roles in both television and film, passed away at his residence in Bandra East on Saturday afternoon. He was 74. Shah’s trusted aide and personal assistant for over three decades, Ramesh Kadatala, confirmed his death.
Industry colleagues and friends, including filmmaker Ashoke Pandit, expressed their shock and sorrow, remembering Shah as a jovial and much-loved figure in the entertainment world. Pandit described his passing as a “huge loss” for the industry.
Born on June 25, 1951, Shah was a key figure in Indian cinema and television, with a career that spanned decades. He made his mark with his impeccable comedic timing in iconic films such as Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, Maalamaal Hero Hiralal, Main Hoon Na, and Kal Ho Naa Ho.
A graduate of the prestigious Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Shah initially appeared in smaller roles in films like Arvind Desai Ki Ajeeb Dastaan (1978) and Gaman (1979), before rising to prominence. His career truly took off after his role as the corrupt Municipal Commissioner D’Mello in the 1983 cult classic Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, which became a landmark in satirical comedy.
Shah was also a household name in television, starring in the iconic series Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi (1984), where he played 55 different characters across 55 episodes. His versatility was further showcased in Filmy Chakkar (1995), where he portrayed Prakash.
In the early 2000s, Shah became a fan favorite for his portrayal of Indravadan Sarabhai in the beloved sitcom Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, where he starred alongside Ratna Pathak Shah, Rupali Ganguli, Sumeet Raghavan, and Rajesh Kumar. The series, known for its witty humor, gained a dedicated following, even returning for a brief second season in 2017.
Shah also featured in several Bollywood blockbusters, including Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa, Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, Om Shanti Om, Fanaa, and Akele Hum Akele Tum.
He is survived by his wife, designer Madhu Shah.
Following the news of his passing, tributes poured in from across the film industry. Director Farah Khan, who worked with Shah on Main Hoon Na, shared an emotional tribute on Instagram: “Rest in peace dearest Satish. You were a joy to know and work with. I will miss you sending me memes and jokes every day.”
Karan Johar also paid tribute, sharing a photo of Shah on Instagram Stories with the caption, “Satish Shah, Om Shanti.”
]]>https://theedgemedia.in/satish-shah-passes-away-bandra/feed0The film industry is all about the survival of the fittest, says Raima Sen
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https://theedgemedia.in/the-film-industry-is-all-about-the-survival-of-the-fittest-says-raima-sen#respondThu, 15 Jul 2021 11:43:30 +0000https://theedgemedia.in/?p=18599Actress Raima Sen says she has realised over her years in Bollywood that one is as good as one’s last release. The actress adds that the film industry is all about the survival of the fittest. You are as good as your last release in this industry. So, you will always be noticed for your […]
]]>Actress Raima Sen says she has realised over her years in Bollywood that one is as good as one’s last release. The actress adds that the film industry is all about the survival of the fittest.
You are as good as your last release in this industry. So, you will always be noticed for your last work but I guess that is fine and that is the way it is. You just have to deal with it positively because there are a lot of ups and downs,” Raima told IANS.
She says it is only natural that success and failure should co-exist in an industry where survival stakes are always high.
There will always be failure where there is success, and the industry is about survival of the fittest. So, obviously the show that does well will get you recognised and the show that does not do well will not get you recognised,” Raima added.
The actress’ last outing, the web series “The Last Hour”, was well received and she feels such judgements happen in every sphere.
Raima will next be seen in the upcoming OTT show “Mai”. About the show, she said: “I am doing another big show for Netflix called ‘Mai’. So, you will get to see me a lot more.”
]]>https://theedgemedia.in/the-film-industry-is-all-about-the-survival-of-the-fittest-says-raima-sen/feed0“Filmmakers concerns over the Centre’s proposal to amend the Cinematograph Act are “natural”, says Shyam Benegal
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]]>Asserting that the government in power has no role in film certification, veteran director Shyam Benegal on Friday said filmmakers concerns over the Centre’s proposal to amend the Cinematograph Act are “natural”. On June 18, the Centre had sought public comments on the draft Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2021 which proposes to penalise film piracy with a jail term and fine, introduce age-based certification, and empower the Central government to order recertification of an already certified film following receipt of complaints.
Several industry veterans, including actors and filmmakers, have called the proposal a “blow to the film fraternity” as they believe it will potentially endanger freedom of expression and democratic dissent in their letter to the Information and Broadcasting Ministry on Friday.
Benegal, who headed a committee to take a holistic look at the functioning of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and submitted its report to the I&B Ministry in 2016, said the proposed amendment doesn”t make sense.
“I don”t understand why this has come up in the first place. I am actually at a loss, thinking what exactly is the point of this. Unless they want to hold on to and have chosen to function the way they want… to have control over the media. We are a democratic country, our media is supposed to be free,” Benegal told PTI.
The veteran said when there”s already an existing system of the CBFC, there should be no outside control, especially by the government
]]>https://theedgemedia.in/filmmakers-concerns-over-the-centres-proposal-to-amend-the-cinematograph-act-are-natural-says-shyam-benegal/feed0Akshay Kumar to start shooting for Rakshabandhan
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https://theedgemedia.in/akshay-kumar-to-start-shooting-for-rakshabandhan#respondMon, 21 Jun 2021 12:43:13 +0000https://theedgemedia.in/?p=16044Akshay Kumar was to begin shooting for Aanand L Rai ‘s film ‘Rakshabandhan’ in the first week of April. However, the actor tested positive around the same time, due to which the shoot was postponed. Then, just when he recovered, the second lockdown was put into place, resulting in further delay in the shooting of […]
]]>Akshay Kumar was to begin shooting for Aanand L Rai ‘s film ‘Rakshabandhan’ in the first week of April. However, the actor tested positive around the same time, due to which the shoot was postponed. Then, just when he recovered, the second lockdown was put into place, resulting in further delay in the shooting of the film.
Now that the unlocking process has begun, ‘Rakshabandhan’ is top priority for the actor since Rs 8 crore set, that had been erected for the film’s April schedule, is still standing in the studio and an additional cost had to be incurred for a monsoon cover.
A source close to the development informs, “They have recreated the bylanes of Delhi and quite a few portions of the film will be shot on the set”. Director Aanand L Rai had earlier revealed that they will be shooting the film in a bio-bubble, making sure the crew members are stationed at one location, and actors are keeping themselves isolated once they go back home. They planned to maintain that till the shooting schedule of the film is complete.
However, FWICE President BN Tiwari adds, “Mumbai has moved to level one and therefore there is no reason for one to have a bio-bubble. Now producers are shooting normally, following the SOPs that were announced by the government.”
]]>https://theedgemedia.in/akshay-kumar-to-start-shooting-for-rakshabandhan/feed0Rage on Yogi’s film city, Uddhav said – competition is a good thing, but the threat will not work
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https://theedgemedia.in/rage-on-yogis-film-city-uddhav-said-competition-is-good-thing#respondWed, 02 Dec 2020 05:35:24 +0000https://theedgemedia.in/?p=7161 Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray are face to face regarding the proposed Noida Film City. CM Yogi is on a tour of Mumbai today, where he will be meeting with the Investor of Film City. CM Uddhav Thackeray is angry with Noida’s efforts to make a film city and […]
]]> Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray are face to face regarding the proposed Noida Film City. CM Yogi is on a tour of Mumbai today, where he will be meeting with the Investor of Film City. CM Uddhav Thackeray is angry with Noida’s efforts to make a film city and is saying that he will not allow it to happen. While speaking at the Indian Merchant of Chambers of Commerce yesterday, Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray said yesterday that Maharashtra is a magnetic state. Maharashtra continues to attract industrialists even today. No industry in the state will go out, but industrialists from other states will also come to Maharashtra to set up industries. The industries of the state will remain in the state. CM Uddhav Thackeray said that it is a good thing to have competition, but if someone wants to take away by shouting and threatening, I will not let them happen. Even today some people will come to meet you and say come to us. Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray had said without naming CM Yogi Adityayath, ‘If you have the strength then take out the industry here.’ At the same time, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said that I saw that Yogi ji is sitting with Akshay Kumar in a 5 star hotel in Mumbai, perhaps Akshay ji may have carried a mango basket. If someone talks about moving the Film City of Mumbai from here, first tell Yogi ji what is the condition of Noida Film City right now? Meanwhile, MNS put posters in Marathi outside the five-star hotel in which CM Yogi Adityanath is in Mumbai. In this poster, the proposed film city in Noida was targeted. MNS called him a thug without naming CM Yogi Adityanath.
]]>https://theedgemedia.in/rage-on-yogis-film-city-uddhav-said-competition-is-good-thing/feed0After leaving Bigg Boss, Pavitra will miss Aijaz the most
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https://theedgemedia.in/after-leaving-bigg-boss-pavitra-will-miss-aizaz-the-most#respondSat, 28 Nov 2020 05:02:07 +0000https://theedgemedia.in/?p=7097In Bigg Boss season 14, the chemistry with Pavitra Punia’s Ejaz Khan has been amazing. There was also a quarrel between the two, but the one thing that almost all the contestants of the house noted about the Holy was that the Holy One feels afflicted by the Aijaz. At the same time, Ejaz, while […]
]]>In Bigg Boss season 14, the chemistry with Pavitra Punia’s Ejaz Khan has been amazing. There was also a quarrel between the two, but the one thing that almost all the contestants of the house noted about the Holy was that the Holy One feels afflicted by the Aijaz. At the same time, Ejaz, while bringing his heart to Juban, told Pavitra in an episode that he has now started seeing him differently. The news of how much Pavita likes Ijaz was found once again when in Friday’s episode, Pavitra said that if she gets eliminated, then the person inside the house that she will miss the most will be Ijaz. It is known that Pavitra has been nominated this week and she said that if she goes home, she will not feel bad at all. Pavitra said that if she had been evict some time ago, she might have felt bad because she started feeling attached to the house then, but now it is not so. Pavitra said in front of the famous actor that the one person she will miss the most from this house will be Ijaz. Later, the two were seen spending some good time with each other, in which the holy Ijaz’s shoulder was seen shaking which was injured.
]]>https://theedgemedia.in/after-leaving-bigg-boss-pavitra-will-miss-aizaz-the-most/feed0This is how Ranveer Singh will celebrate Diwali 2020 with Deepika Padukone!!
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https://theedgemedia.in/this-is-how-ranveer-singh-and-deepika-will-celebrate-diwali#respondFri, 13 Nov 2020 11:52:35 +0000https://theedgemedia.in/?p=6718Diwali has always been a beautiful festival. Which from ordinary person to film stars celebrate with great pomp. On Diwali, celebrities from the film world go to each other’s house to party and spend time. Whether it is a grand party at Bachchan’s house or dancing at night at Anil Kapoor’s residence. Fans of this […]
]]> Diwali has always been a beautiful festival. Which from ordinary person to film stars celebrate with great pomp. On Diwali, celebrities from the film world go to each other’s house to party and spend time. Whether it is a grand party at Bachchan’s house or dancing at night at Anil Kapoor’s residence. Fans of this day are eagerly waiting to see what film stars wore and who showed up with.However, Diwali 2020 will be different this year. There will not be many places organized for big parties in this. There is only one reason for this, ‘coronovirus epidemic’. On the occasion of Diwali this year, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh also appeared quite low. During an interview, when Deepika was asked what she had to say, is it right or wrong to celebrate Diwali in the midst of the epidemic? Deepika said, “Honestly, we are going to do things in a very simple manner keeping in mind the coronovirus epidemic. There is also protection of the environment and the people around us.” At the same time he also said, “It has been a difficult year for many people in different ways. So we would love to stay at home this Diwali, do a simple puja and spend time with family. Deepika said That she hopes for good health and peace of mind for everyone. Deepika’s fan following is very good.
