Actor-comedian Bill Murray publicly addressed the production shutdown of his latest film, Being Mortal, in the wake of “inappropriate behavior” complaint report against him.

Speaking to CNBC on Saturday, the actor said there was a “difference of opinion” with a woman that he was working with that led to the complaint and production pause. “I did something I thought was funny, and it wasn’t taken that way,” he told the outlet. He did not provide further detail on what exactly happened on set, but he added that he is optimistic that production will resume, but noted that filming will only commence if and when the woman involved feels comfortable doing so.

“As of now we are talking, and we are trying to make peace with each other,” the actor-comedian, who is also reportedly a Berkshire Hathaway shareholder, said. “We are both professionals. We like each others’ work. We like each other, I think, and if we can’t really get along and trust each other, there’s no point in going further working together or making the movie as well. It’s been quite an education for me.” Murray said he’s been spending time thinking about what happened since production was shut down.

“The world is different than it was when I was a little kid. You know, what I always thought was funny as a little kid isn’t necessarily the same as what’s funny now,” he said. “Things change and the times change, so it’s important for me to figure it out. And I think the most important thing is that it’s best for the other person. I thought about it, and if it’s not best for the other person, doesn’t matter what happens for me.” Murray stated that “what would make me the happiest” is if both he and the woman are able to “go back into work and…trust each other and work at the work that we’ve both spent a lot of time developing the skill of.”

“I think it’s a sad dog that can’t learn anymore,” Murray said of learning from his mistakes. “That’s a really sad puppy that can’t learn anymore. I don’t want to be that sad dog, and I have no intention of it.” Being Mortal, which also stars Seth Rogan and Keke Palmer, is comedian Aziz Ansari’s directorial debut whose production was shut down due to complaints of inappropriate behavior filed previously. The feature also stars Ansari who wrote the script and is based on Atul Gawande’s book Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End, a non-fiction work that examines hospice and end-of-life care.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the director and his producing partner Youree Henley were working with the Disney-backed studio to figure out the next steps. Searchlight is currently investigating the matter but told THR in a statement that they do not “comment on investigations.”

Also Read: Production on Aziz Ansari’s directorial debut Being Mortal suspended due to complaint against Bill Murray for inappropriate behaviour

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Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol remain of the favourite on-screen pairs in Hindi cinema. They have worked together on several projects together and fans can’t get enough of their chemistry. The last time they were seen on-screen was in Rohit Shetty’s Dilwale. But, in recent times, it was reported that Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol are likely to reunite for Karan Johar directorial Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani which stars Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in the lead roles. But, it seems like fans will have to wait.

A source told Bollywood Hungama that the reports related to SRK and Kajol’s appearance in the film are just a ‘rumour’. SRK and Kajol have worked together on several projects including Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Baazigar, Karan Arjun, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, My Name Is Khan, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, and Dilwale. SRK made a cameo in Karan’s last directorial Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.

The actor is currently busy with the shoot for Rajkumar Hirani’s Dunki which was announced in April 2022. The actor has wrapped up portions of Pathaan and Atlee’s next. His comeback on screen would be Pathaan releasing in January 2023. On the other hand, Kajol is also working on her next with Revathee.

Meanwhile, both Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh returned from Delhi to Mumbai after completing their schedule. Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani marks Karan Johar’s return as a director after Ae Dil Hai Mushkil. The film also stars Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, and Shabana Azmi. The film releases on February 10, 2023.

ALSO READ: SCOOP: Shah Rukh Khan and Atlee’s next to be made on a budget of Rs. 200 crores; next schedule in June

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Junglee Pictures has announced its next high-concept thriller titled Click Shankar. “Click” synonymous to a camera click for his much more than photographic memory recall, “Shankar” Rebeiro is a cop who never forgets a sight, sound, taste, smell or feeling.

Unravelling the mystery, will be a one-of-a-kind lead character – a witty yet troubled inspector who remembers everything, that is both a boon and curse for him. Shankar Rebeiro has a rare condition called Hyperthymesia, which enables him to remember every event of his life, (contrary to the popular character from Ghajini), ensuring that the past is never quite behind him. Following Shankar’s journey through a roller coaster of emotions and suspenseful twists and turns, this character-driven subject is a perfect blend of action, humour and heart. Complementing the protagonist will be a strong female lead to match his sharp charisma and add an essence of intrigue to this narrative.

The film to be helmed by acclaimed director Balaji Mohan, who brings in his unique comic sensibility as seen in films like Maari 1 and 2 and Kadhalil Sodhappuvadhu Yeppadi. The story and screenplay is written by Binky Mendez alongside Balaji Mohan, and dialogues are by Sumit Arora (Stree, The Family Man – Season 1) and Suraj Gianani.

Director Balaji Mohan shares, “This film needed a unique vision for its treatment with the protagonist being an original, one-of-a-kind character. An amalgamation of something deep, dark & edgy being wrapped with humour to keep the audience guessing and at the edge of their seats till the end. These synergies wouldn’t have matched better with anyone other than the Junglee Pictures team and developing this project with them has been a superb experience. I found this to be the perfect film to make my debut in Hindi cinema with, and we cannot wait to present all that is in the making.”

Junglee Pictures CEO, Amrita Pandey shares – “The concept of Click Shankar originated from within the Junglee Pictures’ creative team as a character driven franchise. Binky’s distinctive writing expertise on the story and screenplay along with Balaji’s mastery of commercial sensibilities and well-defined mass appeal have enhanced the narrative of this film. Sumit & Suraj have taken it to the next level with the sharp and entertaining dialogues. More importantly, there is heart to this thriller genre, making it an exciting opportunity to create something unique.”

Junglee Pictures is all set for 2022 with an exciting slate of upcoming films, starting with Doctor G, Woh Ladki Hai Kahaan?, Dosa King, Ulajh and Click Shankar to name a few.

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In November last year, veteran actor Dharmendra had shared an image on Instagram from the sets of the Karan Johar film Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. The image featured him posing with Shabana Azmi and lead actors Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt. While the filming for the film is still on, we hear that the yesteryears superstar was hospitalized earlier this week. As per reports, Dharmendra was in the ICU (Intensive Care Unit) of a south Mumbai hospital. Now it is learnt that the actor has been moved out of the ICU and is recovering.

While it is still unknown why Dharmendra had been admitted, reports claim that the veteran actor has been shifted to the general ward where he will be under observation for a few more days. In fact, the actor’s son, Sunny Deol was spotted at the hospital dropping by to visit the actor. Bollywood Hungama sends out its best wishes to the actor for his speedy recovery.

Back on the work front, apart from Karan Johar’s Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani that is slated to release in February 2023, Dharmendra will also be seen in the sequel to the 2007 film Apne. Marking his reunion on screen with sons Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, the film will also feature his grandson Karan Deol.

Also Read: Dharmendra shares a cute video from his reunion with Tanuja – ‘A recent affectionate meeting’

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Irrfan Khan passed away at the age of 53, on April 29, 2020. The whole world cried at his demise as he was a fine actor and was consistently giving memorable performances. Fans moreover wanted to see him more and with newer ideas being attempted, the actor surely would have continued to rock the show, had he not passed away.

Earlier this year, a book on the actor, ‘Irrfan: Dialogues With The Wind’ written by Anup Singh. The author is a filmmaker who worked with the actor in Qissa (2015) and The Song Of The Scorpions (2017). The filmmaker has written about his experiences of working with the deceased actor. Both had a great bond and in the book, Anup revealed that he was in talks about multiple projects with Irrfan and one of the films they were seriously working on was the one where Irrfan was supposed to play Krishna’s Radha.

According to Anup, Irrfan Khan’s character in the film would be called Gulal who was born in a village near Vrindavan. He was known for the dance he’d do on Janmasthami. It involved thousands of men and boys dressed as women and pretended to be the gopis devoted to Krishna. Gulal’s graceful dance stood out and Anup Singh wrote that “while dancing, Gulal would go into a trance and would sometimes dance nonstop from dawn to dusk. He sang devotional songs people had not heard before and he said that Radha sang them to him.” Interestingly, Gulal becomes a husband and a father too, and yet, he’d dress up as a woman “whenever he felt Radha awakening within him.”

Irrfan Khan was excited to play the role, according to Anup. When he was being treated for cancer in the hospital in London, Irrfan Khan played the songs of Waheeda Rehman from films like Pyaasa (1957), Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam (1962) and Guide (1965), as an inspiration for the character of Gulal. Irrfan noticed how the dipping of her eyelids, lowering of her head and even the tiniest twitch became a dance. He also suggested his eyebrows should be shaped like that of Waheeda Rehman’s.

Interestingly, Waheeda Rehman featured in an important role in The Song Of The Scorpions and Anup suggested to the actor that they can talk to the actress and learn the basic dance steps from her.

Anup Singh then narrates that he met Irrfan the last time when he was in Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai. Anup Singh got more references for the character of Gulal and started telling him about it. Irrfan initially just smiled and realizing that his health is deteriorating and perhaps his end is near, he told Anup Singh that he should find someone else to play the part.

Besides this project, Anup Singh had thought of a few more ideas for his next collaboration with Irrfan. He said that he was working on the biopic of, Bulleh Shah, in which he wanted Irrfan Khan to essay the Punjabi Sufi poet’s teacher, Shah Inayat. Meanwhile, he was also toying with the idea of a film on the last days of Mahabharata’s Duryodhana. “Irrfan was to play Duryodhana,” wrote Anup Singh.

Also Read: SHOCKING: When Irrfan Khan was attacked by a buffalo on the outskirts of Jaisalmer

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