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Actor Raghav Juyal shared insights into his friendship with Aryan Khan. Juyal revealed how Khan impresses mothers with his respectful demeanor. He also detailed how Khan helped him overcome doubts about his role in 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'. Khan's confidence and guidance were instrumental in Juyal's performance. The series featured several prominent actors and special appearances.

Filmmaker Farhan Akhtar looks back at his directorial debut, Dil Chahta Hai. He shares advice for his 25-year-old self, urging him to enjoy the filmmaking journey more. Akhtar also discusses turning 50 and his perspective on constructive criticism, referencing comments made by Naseeruddin Shah. He emphasizes the importance of respect in professional interactions.

Aamir Khan faced backlash on Kajol and Twinkle Khanna's talk show when questioned about Bollywood's age gap double standard. He appeared unsure about romancing younger actresses, prompting Twinkle Khanna to list examples. Social media users criticized his response, highlighting instances like Fatima Sana Shaikh's roles and the outdated practice of older heroes with younger actresses.

Aamir Khan, famously absent from award functions, once viewed accolades as validation and encouragement early in his career. An old interview reveals his initial aspiration for awards, alongside valuing audience appreciation. However, by the late 1990s, his stance solidified into a firm boycott.

Akshay Kumar disagrees with Aamir Khan's call for a six-month gap before films stream on OTT, advocating for a three-month window instead. Kumar believes a longer gap is unfair to streaming platforms that pay for digital rights, emphasizing that both theaters and OTT can coexist. He also urged filmmakers to focus on making quality content.

Salman Khan and Aamir Khan, who once headlined the cult comedy Andaz Apna Apna, recently revealed an unknown chapter from their childhood. Appearing together on Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle Khanna, the actors shared that they had attended the same school, though they didn’t know each other back then.