Showing posts with label 3G. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 3G. Show all posts
After Jannat, I was told I should be a little hot; after 3G, I was told that I am too hot-Sonal Chauhan
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Sonal Chauhan says people’s opinion about her fluctuated, they wanted her to change constantly
Rishabh Suri (HINDUSTAN TIMES; June 8, 2022)
Sonal Chouhan’s career consists of fewer films, but it is because she didn’t go all out in saying yes to every thing which came her way. And she has one ‘complaint’ for it.
“I want to do different roles and don’t like to stick to one. What tends to happen, and it’s a bit of a complaint I have - once you do a kind of role and that works, then people cast you in very similar roles, and that’s annoying for me,” says the actor, who has been a part of films such as Paltan and Jack And Dil (both 2018), and was recently seen in the Telugu film F3.
She cites an example of a time when people had an opinion about her body type, and says, “When I did Jannat (2008), I was quite young. I used to be told ‘Oh, you have a girl-next-door look, you should be a little hot’, so I said okay. Then I did a film called 3G: A Killer Connection (2013), and I worked hard on my body. Then those people said ‘You are too hot’! You can be the best but you can’t please everyone. Someone somewhere will say, ‘You should change’. You should never listen to them.”
In the quest for a hit film, sometimes actors end up making choices that they regret later. Has it happened to her too? She quips, “I am actually choosy about the films that I do, but sometimes, the pressure does get the better of you. But sometimes, it’s also good to just keep working. Hits and flops, doesn’t matter, it’s important to be seen. There are two sides to the coin. Regret is a harsh word. But I do wish things had turned out differently.”
Fiji says ‘Bula’ Bollywood; tempts filmmakers with 75% rebate; free 14-day working visa on arrival
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BOMBAY TIMES (March 16, 2020)
In Fiji, ‘Bula’ is more than just a greeting. It’s a wish for happiness, good health and the energy of life. This archipelago of more than 300 islands in the South Pacific Ocean is known as one of the friendliest places on Earth. And what’s more, it is welcoming Indian tourists with open arms. The country treats India as a visa-exempt nation, having simplified their immigration process, which means Indian tourists can apply for visa on arrival for a stay of four months or less.
Fiji has provided cinematic backdrops to famous Hollywood hits like Cast Away, The Blue Lagoon and the recently released sci-fi feature film Fantasy Island, which was produced by Blumhouse Productions. It has also provided a canvas to Bollywood creations like Table No 21, Warning, 3G and Santa Banta Pvt Ltd. After the recently launched film incentive, Indian filmmakers are being wooed by Fiji with an enticing 75 per cent film rebate on the overall expenditure at Fiji — a free 14-day working visa upon arrival, experienced crew and extras, picture-perfect locations, and most importantly, a comprehensive Hindi-speaking population.
If you thought there was nothing much to Fiji beyond picturesque beaches, think again! This is one country that you shouldn’t rush through. Not only does Fiji lure travellers to relax and unwind, but it is also a place known for adventure. The endless stretches of colourful reefs around Fiji are home to more than 1,500 species of fish and fascinating sea creatures, making it one of the most popular spots in the world for diving. Fiji also has thrills in store for hikers, birdwatchers, forest lovers and nightlife enthusiasts in the folds of its many islands.
With its picturesque locales — be it rugged landscapes, sensational palm-lined beaches, thriving coral reefs with clear lagoons and the famous Fijian hospitality — the country invites you to experience its exotic locations and rich multi-cultural heritage that makes it a filmmaker’s paradise.
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