Videos
Sooraj Barjatya: I was not myself during Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon
In 2003, Sooraj Barjatya came out with the romantic musical Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon starring Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Abhishek Bachchan. On the latest episode of Mid-day’s Sit With Hitlist series, Sooraj sheds light on the film that became a meme material with the advent of social media. He also delves into the legacy of Rajshri films and his blockbusters with Salman Khan like Maine Pyar Kiya and Hum Aapke Hain Koun.
22 March,2025 12:00 AM IST
Sooraj Barjatya on casting Salman Khan, feeling scared of Amitabh Bachchan
On the latest episode of Mid-day’s Sit With Hitlist series, ace filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya remembers his first impression of Salman Khan – a short boy who couldn’t dance. But place him in front of the camera and his swag would come alive! Join the filmmaker as he recounts Salman’s audition for Maine Pyar Kiya as well as feeling scared of Amitabh Bachchan, with whom he worked in Uunchai.
21 March,2025 09:56 PM IST
Sooraj Barjatya on visiting a nightclub, shooting for Hum Aapke Hain Koun
On the latest episode of Mid-day’s Sit With Hitlist series, ace filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya shares interesting anecdotes from Hum Aapke Hain Koun, following the Rajshri rulebook for no drinking or violence. He also reveals visiting the nightclub Fire N Ice in the early aughts, only to be told by Farah Khan and the regulars that he was too susheel for it. Join in as the director recalls little-known anecdotes about his movies and life.
20 March,2025 12:00 AM IST | Mumbai
Kareena Kapoor Khan: I Couldn't Say No To A Sooraj Barjatya Film
Kareena Kapoor Khan talked about her filmography in detail at Mid-day.com's Sit With Hitlist in regards to which she answered how emotional she gets as a person when a film doesn't do well. Be it - 'Laal Singh Chaddha', 'Dev', and many more. Kareena talked about how she wants to be on her toes now as an actor and would not judge her talent based on a film that didn't work well. She even added that her character of Poo from 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' is more relevant now than it was earlier. For Kareena, her character of Rupa from 'Laal Singh Chaddha' will always be special to her when asked whether she discussed the failure of the movie with Aamir Khan and the director, Advait Chandan. Watch the full video to find out more!
26 October,2023 06:30 PM IST
Amitabh Bachchan Birthday: Ajay Devgn, Rashmika Mandanna On Big B!
Amitabh Bachchan Birthday: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan will turn 81 on October 11. Known as the Big B of the Hindi film industry, Amitabh Bachchan has done several hit movies in his career. Big B has worked with filmmakers like Sooraj Barjatya to actors like Ajay Devgn, Rashmika Mandanna, Kunal Khemu, director R. Balki and many more. As per these stars and filmmakers, Amitabh Bachchan is a megastar for a reason and that comes from his knowledge, experience and basic humanity and extreme professionalism who still brings the energy on a set that no other star can. On the occasion of Amitabh Bachchan's birthday, let’s listen in to B-Town stars talk about Big B!
10 October,2023 07:00 PM IST
Star Studded Screening Of ‘Dono’
A star-studded screening of the film 'Dono' was held on October 5. The screening was attended the Deol family including, Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, Abhay Deol alongside the makers of the film Avnish Barjatya. From Aamir Khan, Salman Khan and Anupam Kher to Jackie Shroff, Shriya Saran and Alka Yagnik, Sooraj Barjatya, the screening was a star-studded affair. Bobby Deol wished Sunny Deol’s son Rajveer Deol and Poonam Dhillon’s daughter Paloma's luck for their debut movie which released today. Jackie Shroff wished the debutants good luck as they are like his own children. Anupam Kher also talked about the hardwork Rajveer Deol and Paloma Dhillon have put a lot of hard work into their debut film 'Dono'.
06 October,2023 06:02 PM IST
Salman Khan, Aamir Khan Attend Screening Of Dono
Sunny Deol’s son Rajveer Deol and Poonam Dhillon’s daughter Paloma's debut film 'Dono' releases today. It is directed by debutante director Avnish Barjatya, son of filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya. A screening of the movie was held on October 5 in Mumbai which was attended by many Bollywood celebrities. From Aamir Khan, Salman Khan and Anupam Kher to Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, Jackie Shroff, Shriya Saran and Alka Yagnik, the screening was a star-studded affair. While Salman opted for an all-black outfit, Aamir Khan graced the event in an uber-cool look. Bobby chose a white tee and black trousers. Aamir Khan talked about being a big fan of Sooraj Barjatya. All the stars who attended the screening wished good luck to the debutantes.
06 October,2023 11:55 AM IST
Uunchai Public Review | Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher & Boman Irani
Watch what the public has to say about the movie Uunchai starring Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher and Boman Irani directed by Sooraj Barjatya.
12 November,2022 06:20 PM IST | Mumbai
Kangna Ranaut, Rani, Kajol Talks About Rajshri Films At The Screening Of Uunchai
Sooraj Barjatya’s new film Uunchai’s screening was held on Wednesday, 9th November. The occasion also celebrated Rajshri Film’s 75 years and several bollywood divas including Kajol, Jaya Bacchan were present at the event.
10 November,2022 10:10 PM IST | Mumbai
Salman Khan confirms ‘Prem will return’ in a new Sooraj Barjatya film
Sooraj Barjatya attended a special screening of his upcoming film Uunchai in Mumbai on Wednesday. The evening saw a lot of Bollywood celebs in attendance, including Salman Khan. At the Uunchai premiere, when Salman Khan walked the red carpet with the filmmaker, the media stationed there asked Sooraj if he has ideas on creating a new version of Salman’s iconic Prem series of characters in his next film. Responding to them, Sooraj said, “Prem will return,” and added, “title registered.” Salman then jokingly said, “Prem will return and he will make sure that he gets married too
10 November,2022 03:23 PM IST