Gajendra Chauhan

Censor Board hamara mai baap nahi hai: Mukesh Khanna slams Adipurush teaser, says 'don't make fun of deities'

'Adipurush' is slated for release on January 12, 2023 in IMAX and 3D. The Om Raut's directorial starring Prabhas, Kriti Sanon and Saif Ali Khan courted controversy ever since the makers dropped its first teaser.

Oct 08, 2022, 16:39 PM IST

Bollywood Breaking: What is Dadasaheb Phalke Awards, which is being 'insulted'!

Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India's highest award in the field of cinema. It is presented annually at the National Film Awards ceremony by the Directorate of Film Festivals, an organization set up by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. The recipient is awarded for his "outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian cinema".

Jul 16, 2021, 16:46 PM IST

Bollywood Breaking: Dadasaheb Phalke's family expresses displeasure over false awards

Gajendra Chauhan recently started getting trolled badly on social media after tweeting about being honored with the 'Legend Dadasaheb Phalke Award'. Amidst the criticism, Chouhan sent out a strong message to those who gave him unsolicited advice and called him a 'foolish'. Dadasaheb Phalke's family expresses displeasure over false awards.

Jul 16, 2021, 16:44 PM IST

Bollywood Breaking: Why did Gajendra Chauhan get trolled for getting 'Dadasaheb Phalke Award'?

Gajendra Chauhan recently started getting trolled badly on social media after tweeting about being honored with the 'Legend Dadasaheb Phalke Award'. Even his Mahabharat co-star Mukesh Khanna had expressed his displeasure with a fiery note. Amidst the criticism, Chouhan sent out a strong message to those who gave him unsolicited advice and called him a 'foolish'.

Jul 16, 2021, 16:38 PM IST

After getting brutally trolled, Gajendra Chauhan says he got 'Legend Dadasaheb Phalke Award'!

Gajendra Chauhan recently shared a picture of himself on Twitter holding an award of 'Legend Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2021'.

Jul 14, 2021, 13:43 PM IST

Farmers protest: Mahabharata’s ‘Yudhishthira’ Gajendra Chauhan ‘warns’ Rihanna, tells her to ‘shut her mouth’

Chauhan in a one minute 30 seconds video, said, “India is a democracy. Our democracy allows us the right to hold demonstrations and organise protests. For the last few months, the farmers of our country have been holding a protest." He added, “I warn Rihanna, not to tweet about the internal affairs of our country." 

Feb 04, 2021, 19:55 PM IST

Mahabharat's Gajendra Chauhan blasts Mukesh Khanna for his 'vulgar' comment on Kapil Sharma's show

For the uninitiated, the cast of 'Mahabharat' was called to Kapil Sharma's show recently in one of the special episodes in which Mukesh Khanna was not present. 

Oct 06, 2020, 19:03 PM IST

Anupam Kher had an empathetic ear for issues: FTII Director

Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) director Bhupendra Kainthola on Wednesday expressed gratitude to Anupam Kher for always having an empathetic ear to the concerns and issues surrounding the institute.

Oct 31, 2018, 20:39 PM IST

Gajendra Chauhan to portray demon on TV

Gajendra is best known for playing Yudhishthir in B R Chopra's Mahabharat'

Feb 11, 2018, 15:17 PM IST

Work as FTII chairman my biggest contribution to film industry: Gajendra Chauhan

Chauhan's appointment was bitterly opposed by the students.

Dec 05, 2017, 19:58 PM IST

Anupam Kher a good actor but some of his comments political, says Congress

To a question on the appointment at the party's media briefing here, Congress spokesperson RPN Singh said the actor has given some immense performances and hoped he will bring changes for the betterment of the institution.

Oct 12, 2017, 08:10 AM IST

FTII needs good administrator, not good actor: Gajendra Chauhan

The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) needs a good administrator, more than a good actor, its former Chairman Gajendra Chauhan said in reaction to veteran actor Anupam Kher's appointment to the post on Wednesday.

Oct 11, 2017, 16:28 PM IST

Will perform my duties to the best of my abilities: Anupam Kher

Veteran actor Anupam Kher, who was appointed Chairman of the prestigious Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) on Monday, said he will try to perform his duties to the best of his abilities.

Oct 11, 2017, 16:23 PM IST

Anupam Kher as new FTII chairman trends on Twitter

The veteran actor has replaced the controversial chairman Gajendra Chauhan, whose appointment created a ruckus with students protesting against it.

Oct 11, 2017, 15:02 PM IST

Anupam Kher is the new FTII Chairman, succeeds Gajendra Chauhan

Anupam Kher also held the post of chairman of the Central Board of Film Certification and the National School of Drama in India.

Oct 11, 2017, 14:40 PM IST

Post campus protests, FTII adopts tough measures, makes new students sign ‘decency’ affidavit

The Pune-based Film and Television Institute has adopted a slew of tough measures aimed at creating a peaceful environment for its students.

Jul 21, 2016, 07:18 AM IST

FTII to have choice-based credit system, 22 courses

The Governing Council of Film & Television Institute of India (FTII) Tuesday approved new syllabus and a plan to turn it into "a holistic institute of cinema, television and allied arts" with introduction of new courses.

Jul 05, 2016, 19:42 PM IST

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat is a father figure to me: FTII chairman Gajendra Chauhan

FTII students' association had alleged that Gajendra Chauhan lacked vision and stature to head FTII.

Jun 23, 2016, 12:31 PM IST

Police to file chargesheet against 35 FTII students

Police is all set to register chargesheet against 35 FTII students for allegedly gheraoing the institute's director Prashant Pathrabe.

Mar 12, 2016, 11:50 AM IST

Was willing to accept post of FTII's interim chairman: Shatrughan Sinha

Shatrughan Sinha said he had been willing to accept the post of 'interim chairman' of the institute and had even demanded a proper letter to the effect.

Jan 22, 2016, 12:50 PM IST