Bollywood films and series often introduce us to captivating characters whose presence on screen leaves us craving for more. Whether it’s their charisma, depth, or unique portrayal, some characters simply steal the spotlight, leaving audiences wanting to delve deeper into their stories. Here’s a list of five such characters we wish had been given more screen time to shine:
Vijay Varma- Gully Boy
Vijay Varma’s portrayal of Moeen in “Gully Boy” left a lasting impression with his charismatic and complex character. His dynamic performance added layers to the narrative, making us want to know more about his life beyond the limited screen time.
Fardeen Khan – Heeramandi
Fardeen Khan’s role as the rich Nawab of Lahore in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Heeramandi” intrigued audiences with its depth and sophistication. Despite his intriguing presence, his character could have been explored further to unveil more about his backstory and motivations.
Vijay Varma- Gully Boy
Vijay Varma’s portrayal of Moeen in “Gully Boy” left a lasting impression with his charismatic and complex character. His dynamic performance added layers to the narrative, making us want to know more about his life beyond the limited screen time.
Fardeen Khan – Heeramandi
Fardeen Khan’s role as the rich Nawab of Lahore in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Heeramandi” intrigued audiences with its depth and sophistication. Despite his intriguing presence, his character could have been explored further to unveil more about his backstory and motivations.
- 5/11/2024
- by Desk Editorial
- GlamSham
Exclusive: Rising comedian Paul Elia has set a Christmas Eve premiere date for his debut special, Detroit Player, the first ever shot at the Detroit House of Comedy, which came together over the course of three October tapings. Directed by Elia’s longtime friend Dan Ringey, with whom he previously collaborated on the indie crime thriller Dirty, the special will be available for a month on Mint Comedy.
Elia came to shoot his special after spending years performing stand-up in many unlikely (and awkward) scenarios, in order to pay his rent. He performed in a Dubai mall (and almost got arrested). Soon after, he performed at a private event for Saudi royalty. With Detroit Player, he explores authenticity, censorship and what it means to “hustle” (while avoiding arrests abroad).
Hailing from The LowKey Company & Avesta Entertainment, the special is produced by Bassem Youssef, Azhar Usman and Danny Mooney.
Elia came to shoot his special after spending years performing stand-up in many unlikely (and awkward) scenarios, in order to pay his rent. He performed in a Dubai mall (and almost got arrested). Soon after, he performed at a private event for Saudi royalty. With Detroit Player, he explores authenticity, censorship and what it means to “hustle” (while avoiding arrests abroad).
Hailing from The LowKey Company & Avesta Entertainment, the special is produced by Bassem Youssef, Azhar Usman and Danny Mooney.
- 12/19/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Emmy-winning writer/producer/director Manny Coto, whose credits include “24” and its sequels “24: Live Another Day” and “24: Legacy,” as well as “American Horror Story,” “Star Trek: Enterprise” and “Dexter,” died Sunday in Pasadena. He was 62.
News of Coto’s death was confirmed by a family representative. Coto died after a 13-month battle with pancreatic cancer, and passed away at his home, surrounded by family.
Born in Havana, Cuba, Manuel Hector Coto was one of primetime’s most prominent Latino writers and showrunners. He shared the outstanding drama series Emmy in 2005 for Season 5 of “24,” and co-created “24: Legacy.” Coto also spend four seasons as exec producer of “American Horror Story,” and also exec produced two seasons of “American Horror Stories,” directing the 2021 episode “Feral.”
“Manny was an incredibly beloved member of the 20th Television and FX family for close to two decades,” the studio and network said in a joint statement.
News of Coto’s death was confirmed by a family representative. Coto died after a 13-month battle with pancreatic cancer, and passed away at his home, surrounded by family.
Born in Havana, Cuba, Manuel Hector Coto was one of primetime’s most prominent Latino writers and showrunners. He shared the outstanding drama series Emmy in 2005 for Season 5 of “24,” and co-created “24: Legacy.” Coto also spend four seasons as exec producer of “American Horror Story,” and also exec produced two seasons of “American Horror Stories,” directing the 2021 episode “Feral.”
“Manny was an incredibly beloved member of the 20th Television and FX family for close to two decades,” the studio and network said in a joint statement.
- 7/10/2023
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Manny Coto, who won an Outstanding Drama Series Emmy for 24, worked on its sequel series, co-created Fox’s AI drama neXt and was an EP on Dexter, Star TreK Enterprise, American Horror Story and others, died Sunday of pancreatic cancer at his home in Pasadena. He was 62.
His family shared the news today, saying he had fought the disease for 13 months and passed surrounded by loved ones.
The Cuba-born Coto shared the Outstanding Drama Series Emmy for 24’s fifth season in 2005. He continued on 24 through its eighth and final season, and co-created along its sequel series, 24: Live Another Day and 24: Legacy. He also served as executive producer on four seasons of American Horror Story and two seasons of American Horror Stories, directing the 2021 episode “Feral” of the latter.
He also was an EP on the final three seasons of Showtime’s Dexter, scoring an Outstanding Drama...
His family shared the news today, saying he had fought the disease for 13 months and passed surrounded by loved ones.
The Cuba-born Coto shared the Outstanding Drama Series Emmy for 24’s fifth season in 2005. He continued on 24 through its eighth and final season, and co-created along its sequel series, 24: Live Another Day and 24: Legacy. He also served as executive producer on four seasons of American Horror Story and two seasons of American Horror Stories, directing the 2021 episode “Feral” of the latter.
He also was an EP on the final three seasons of Showtime’s Dexter, scoring an Outstanding Drama...
- 7/10/2023
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Tamera Mowry-Housley is expanding her relationship with Crown Media Family Networks, signing a new overall deal to star in and executive produce original films for the network. First up is holiday-themed Christmas Comes Twice, set for premiere Sunday, December 13 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt. Additionally, Mowry-Housley will join Home & Family as a contributor beginning in December.
“We are thrilled to officially welcome Tamera Mowry-Housley to the Hallmark family,” said Michelle Vicary, EVP, Programming & Network Program Publicity, Crown Media Family Networks. “Having worked with Tamera on a few original movies previously it is a joy to have her star and executive produce more projects with us. The really exciting part of this deal is that she will join our talented cast of Home & Family, one of the best lifestyle shows in television.”
Mowry-Housley previously starred in Hallmark movies A Christmas Miracle, which she also executive produced, and Christmas Angel.
“We are thrilled to officially welcome Tamera Mowry-Housley to the Hallmark family,” said Michelle Vicary, EVP, Programming & Network Program Publicity, Crown Media Family Networks. “Having worked with Tamera on a few original movies previously it is a joy to have her star and executive produce more projects with us. The really exciting part of this deal is that she will join our talented cast of Home & Family, one of the best lifestyle shows in television.”
Mowry-Housley previously starred in Hallmark movies A Christmas Miracle, which she also executive produced, and Christmas Angel.
- 11/17/2020
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
A full-fledged Friends cast reunion has yet to materialize on HBO Max, but Sunday’s Emmy Awards brought half the ensemble together for a brief sketch.
Courteney Cox and Lisa Kudrow joined Jennifer Aniston on camera during the show. The bit came when host Jimmy Kimmel checked in with Aniston — who had presented the first award of the night at the start of ABC’s broadcast — to see if she had made it “home” before her category, outstanding lead actress in a drama, was announced.
“You live together?” Kimmel asked.
“We’ve been living together since 1994,...
Courteney Cox and Lisa Kudrow joined Jennifer Aniston on camera during the show. The bit came when host Jimmy Kimmel checked in with Aniston — who had presented the first award of the night at the start of ABC’s broadcast — to see if she had made it “home” before her category, outstanding lead actress in a drama, was announced.
“You live together?” Kimmel asked.
“We’ve been living together since 1994,...
- 9/20/2020
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
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