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Shekhar Kapur posts AI picture of late cinema legends, gets trolled for poor discernment Mumbai, March 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, who is known for his fascination with AI, shared an AI generated image of the late actors Dilip Kumar, Dharmendra, Dev Anand and Rajesh Khanna. On Thursday, the director took to his X, formerly Twitter, and shared the monochromatic picture of the legends. The picture shows them sitting together for a meal, and sharing laughs.

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India’s AI rise rooted in youth, grassroots innovation, says Shekhar Kapur; US prof backs global role New Delhi, Feb 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and American economist Steve Hanke have voiced strong support for India’s growing role in the global artificial intelligence landscape during the ongoing AI Impact Summit. Taking to X, Kapur highlighted the overwhelming participation of young people at the summit, saying the auditorium was filled beyond capacity with students eager to listen and learn about AI.

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Shekhar Kapur talks about significance of free will as he reflects on his journey from C.A to movies Mumbai, Feb 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) Ace filmmaker Shekhar Kapur couldn't help but reflect on the importance of free will in one's life as he looked back on his unconventional yet fascinating journey from being a C.A student to making movies. Shekhar recalled the time he went to London to pursue a career in Chartered Accountancy, heading towards a life of comfort. However, destiny had some other plans for him.

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Shekhar Kapur on ‘Udaan’ legacy: We need that kind of TV again Mumbai, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur took a trip down memory lane as he recalled the immense popularity of the iconic television series “Udaan,” saying the country needs value-driven content like that again. Shekhar took to X, formerly called Twitter, where he shared a still from the TV Udaan, which had its final episode air in 1991. He recalled how “Udaan” became a big phenomenon at a time when television had only one channel.

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Shekhar Kapur is developing international tentpole romance series Mumbai, Jan 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur is currently developing a tentpole romance series for a major international OTT platform. Sources close to the director have said that the project is based on the bestselling U.S. novel ‘My Name Is Memory’ and is being developed, produced, and directed by Shekhar Kapur. The project is reportedly not positioned as a return to Indian storytelling, but as part of Shekhar Kapur’s ongoing international slate.

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Shekhar Kapur calls AI a blessing for middle-class Mumbai, Dec 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, who is known for his insightful views on artificial intelligence, has said that the importance of artificial intelligence has increased a lot in today's young generation. He said that any story or idea can be better prepared with AI systems. He said that while earlier it used to take a lot of time to make a story, now it is possible to prepare a story in a few hours with the help of AI.

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Shekhar Kapur reflects on creativity, spirituality and getting lost in Ladakh Mumbai, Dec 10 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has shared a deeply philosophical note that blends spirituality, nature, and the essence of creativity. Reflecting on his time in Ladakh, he shared a poignant meditation on losing and finding oneself. Shekhar compared his life’s journey to prayer flags fluttering in the wind. Sharing a video on his Instagram handle, he wrote, “A million prayers fluttering in the winds.

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Shabana Azmi says ‘may you remain a seeker’ as she wishes ‘Salgirah mubarak’ to Shekhar Kapur Mumbai, Dec 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) Veteran actress Shabana Azmi wished 'Salgirah mubarak' to her 'Masoom' director Shekhar Kapur. As the filmmaker turned a year older on Saturday, Shabana stated that the paradox in Shekhar's nature of being restless and creative, but still never being in a hurry, is what makes him extremely interesting. Shabana further wished for Shekhar to always remain a seeker, as life is all about looking for answers.

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Shekhar Kapur recalls ‘mama’ Dev Anand on death anniversary, shares anecdote from latter’s toughest film setback Mumbai, Dec 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, on account of late superstar Dev Anand's death anniversary on December 3, shared a beautiful anecdote that made him know Anand closely. Sharing a picture of Dev Anand on his social media, Shekhar elaborated on an incident that got him to know Dev Anand up close, during a film's failure. “The phone rang, and there was excitement in his eyes.

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Shekhar Kapur remembers mother on her birth anniversary with a throwback pic with uncle Dev Anand Mumbai, Nov 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur remembered his mother, Sheel Kanta Kapur, on her birth anniversary with a special throwback photo. The black and white blast from the past uploaded by the 'Mr India' maker on social media showed a young Shekhar posing with her parents, uncle Dev Anand, and his better half Mona. Recalling the fond memory with her mom, Shekhar penned on his IG, "It’s my Mom’s birthday today and wanted to post a picture of her ..

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Shekhar Kapur shares update on much-delayed movie ‘Paani’: ‘A film has its own will too’ Mumbai Nov 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, while in a session held at IFFI 2025, spoke intensively about Kapur's highly anticipated and much delayed movie 'Paani'. When IANS questioned Shekhar Kapur over the movie and the possibility of it being made, the filmmaker said, “A film has its own will too. I am not the only decision-maker.

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Shekhar Kapur reunites with ‘Bandit Queen’ actress Seema Biswas: ‘Traumatised by the memories’ Mumbai, Nov 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur reunited with his 'Bandit Queen' actress Seema Biswas after years at the 56th Indian International Film Festival in Goa. Shekhar revealed that he, along with all the actors who were a part of "Bandit Queen", were subjected to high intensity during the shoot of the 1994 release. Expressing how running into Seema after such a long time brought back some memories from their time together on the set of the much-acclaimed drama, Shekhar wrote on social media, "Bandit Queen.

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Shekhar Kapur Warns Studios Face Collapse as AI Democratizes Filmmaking at WAVES Film Bazaar: Acclaimed filmmaker Shekhar Kapur delivered a stark warning to Hollywood studios and tech giants at WAVES Film Bazaar, declaring that artificial… #ShekharKapur #AIinFilm #Filmmaking #Hollywood #FilmFestival

Shekhar Kapur raises concern over AI’s rapid rise and its impact on Bollywood Mumbai, Nov 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has sparked a fresh conversation in the film industry by highlighting the rapid rise of AI-created performers and their growing influence in global entertainment. Pointing to virtual personalities already being signed by major agencies and appearing in upcoming OTT projects, he noted that the shift could significantly impact action-heavy and large-scale productions. On Monday, the veteran director took to his Instagram handle and shared a thought-provoking note.

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Shekhar Kapur shares how he would swim deep into the sea to challenge himself Mumbai Nov 10 (SocialNews.XYZ) Ace filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, apart from his flawless movies, is also known for his social media posts where he amazes his fans with his life’s anecdotes and impeccable style of writing. Sharing a throwback memory of his life related to Mumbai’s famous Juhu Beach, Shekhar wrote a beautiful story associated with it and shared it on his social media account.

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Shekhar Kapur weighs in on the term AI Bubble: ‘We’re in a Valuation Myth’ Mumbai, Nov 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur shared his reaction to Former FTC Chair Lina Khan’s remark that we are in an “AI bubble". Offering a deeper perspective on what’s actually driving today’s artificial intelligence narrative, Shekhar wrote on his X (Earlier known as Twitter) handle, “We are not going through an AI bubble. We are going though a manipulated valuation bubble.

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Shekhar Kapur says A-listers on top of pyramid won’t support AI Mumbai, Nov 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, who is known for his deep and insightful posts on social media, has sparked an important conversation about the future of cinema, and the integration of artificial intelligence. On Tuesday, the Padma Bhushan awardee took to his X, formerly Twitter, and responded to a post raising an important issue of A-listers in Hindi cinema not wanting to associate with AI because of public opinion.

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Shekhar Kapur lauds team India’s stellar World Cup performance, draw attention to important aspect Mumbai, Nov 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Padma Bhushan awardee Shekhar Kapur, who is otherwise known for his dense and existential posts on Instagram, is keeping it lighter. On Monday, the filmmaker took to his social media as he celebrated the Indian Women’s Cricket Team’s ICC Women's World Cup 2025 win. He also drew attention to the larger struggles faced by women and female athletes in the country.

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Shekhar Kapur expresses concern that filmmaking has lost its joy while prepping for ‘Masoom’ sequel Mumbai, Oct 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur opened up about his upcoming project, “Masoom: The Next Generation,” a sequel to his acclaimed 1983 classic “Masoom.” Sharing his thoughts on social media, the veteran director reflected on how the spirit of filmmaking has evolved over the years. Kapur expressed concern that many filmmakers today view the process as a “task” rather than a joyful creative journey.

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Shekhar Kapur ponders over AI’s implications on organisations and jobs Mumbai, Oct 23 (SocialNews.XYZ) Padma Bhushan awardee Shekhar Kapur, who often speaks about the realms beyond the ones which can be perceived, is unraveling the use and implications of artificial intelligence in the age of the 5th industrial revolution. He shared his philosophical thought on how will be the future and the organisations shaped up by the AI. On Thursday, the filmmaker took to his X, formerly Twitter, and penned a long note as he reflected on the fascinating world of AI.

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Shekhar Kapur Discovered ‘Severe Dyslexia’ Thanks To Daughter Kaveri - IndiaWest News Shekhar Kapur Discovered ‘Severe Dyslexia’ Thanks To Daughter Kaveri.

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Shekhar Kapur pens heartfelt note for daughter Kaveri: You earthed me Mumbai, Oct 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur shared an emotional loving note message for his daughter Kaveri Kapur and said that she gave him context and meaning to his life. Shekhar took to Instagram, where he shared a throwback picture of Kaveri from her childhood days. For the caption, he wrote: “Isn’t every ‘daughter’s day’ ? I was a kite being carried by the storm.

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Shekhar Kapur reveals daughter Kaveri helped discover his Dyslexia Mumbai, Oct 11 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur revealed how his daughter Kaveri Kapur helped his diagnosis with Dyslexia. The 'Masoom' maker shared that Kaveri told him that she was dyslexic, and when she insisted on taking an online test, it turned out that while she was mildly dyslexic, Shekhar was severely Dyslexic. The director mentioned on social media, "Some years ago, my daughter said she had dyslexia.

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Kaveri Kapur: Working With Dad Shekhar Kapur Is 'Intimidating' - IndiaWest Journal News Kaveri Kapur: Working With Dad Shekhar Kapur Is 'Intimidating'.

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Kaveri Kapur on working with dad Shekhar Kapur in Masoom 2: ‘It’s a little intimidating’ Mumbai, Sep 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Multifaceted Kaveri Kapur opened up about working with her director father, Shekhar Kapur, in the highly anticipated "Masoom 2". During an exclusive conversation with IANS, Kaveri was asked, "Your fans are excited about your upcoming project Masoom, especially since it’s being directed by your father. You’ll also be working with legends like Shabana Azmi and Manoj Bajpayee.

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Shekhar Kapur reflects on a moving incident from his past Mumbai Sep 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood ace director Shekhar Kapur seems to have taken a trip down memory lane and reflected back on a heartwarming excerpt of his life, circling back to his younger days. Sharing the anecdote in his beautiful storytelling format, Shekhar Kapur wrote, "She was on the boat next to mine... we never asked each other anything... not even our names...

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Shekhar Kapur reflects on the need to balance the masculine and feminine energy Mumbai, Aug 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Director Shekhar Kapur reflected on the need to balance the masculine and feminine energy within all of us, citing an example of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The 'Mr India' maker shared a popular Hindu mythological tale when Lord Shiva went into meditation, leaving the Gods concerned. "For without the Tandav dance of Shiva, the Universe would be still ..

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