Deepak Tijori

After Pooja Bhatt revived memories of the 1993 cult thriller, Deepak Tijori looks back at his first lead role, Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan’s special appearance, and why the film never got the release it deserved.

Bollywood's iconic thriller Baazigar shares striking similarities with Hollywood's A Kiss Before Dying. Key scenes, including a shocking murder and a double identity plot, are closely recreated. The film marked a turning point for Shah Rukh Khan. Deepak Tijori originally suggested the adaptation and was set to star, but the role went to Khan. Baazigar became a major hit.

Iulia Vantur captivated at Cannes 2026 in a stunning turquoise gown, representing her short film "Echoes Of Us." She shared her excitement for the prestigious event and the film's journey. Meanwhile, Alia Bhatt reminisced about Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's iconic "Devdas" premiere look at Cannes.

Actor-director Deven Bhojani reminisced about his time on the 1992 film 'Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar'. Encouraged by his college friend Aamir Khan to gain technical knowledge, Deven assisted director Mansoor Khan, discovering his interest in direction. Aamir often playfully tested Deven's continuity checks during shoots.

In a heartwarming sight for fans, Rahul Roy, the legendary star of 'Aashiqui', returned to the spotlight with a rare appearance in Mumbai. Seen strolling through Versova, his relaxed outfit and timeless charisma reminded everyone of the magic he brought to the screen. The beloved 1990 film, 'Aashiqui', continues to enchant music lovers, its songs echoing through generations. Read on to know more in detail.

The buzz around Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge refuses to die down, but amid its roaring box office run, a curious debate has now taken centre stage. Actor-director Deepak Tijori has called out what he sees as a puzzling inconsistency in the way films are censored for theatrical release versus how they are later consumed on OTT platforms.

Playback singer Kumar Sanu reminisced about the 1990s music era, sharing an unreleased duet from 'Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin.' He recalled the passion and creativity during recording sessions, remembering late music baron Gulshan Kumar's significant contribution. Sanu highlighted that many songs from that time remained on studio tapes, each holding unique emotions and memories.

Actor Master Raju took a nostalgic stroll down memory lane as he revisited his 'Parichay' days with veteran star Jeetendra.

Actor Deepak Tijori is all set to make his acting comeback with the upcoming romantic film 'Ittar'.

Deepak Tijori faced a marital shock. His marriage to Shivani was invalid. Shivani had not divorced her first husband. This revelation led to legal disputes. Shivani demanded maintenance. Deepak felt pressured despite the invalid marriage. The situation strained his relationship with their daughter, Samara. Shivani claimed Deepak knew about her previous marriage. She accused him of defamation.

Deepak Tijori revealed he was almost cast in 'Maine Pyar Kiya' but lost the role to Salman Khan. Tijori mentioned that director Sooraj Barjatya chose Salman for his charm and boyish appeal after family feedback. Tijori accepted the decision gracefully, understanding the director's perspective and acknowledging Salman's suitability for the romantic lead.

Actor Deepak Tijori filed a complaint with the Amboli police alleging that he was duped of Rs 2.6 crore by a producer who joined him to co-produce a thriller movie. An FIR was registered on March 15 against Mohaan Nadaar who signed the contract to co-produce the film.

Deepak Tijori did a fabulous job as the antagonist in ‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar’ in 1992, however he had initially rejected the offer. And it was Bollywood heartthrob Milind Soman who was then cast in the role.

Rituparna will be seen opposite Deepak Tijori in National Award-winning filmmaker Veena Bakshi's next film 'Ittar' which is a striking tale of a mature relationship between a middle-age couple. The film's first look poster featuring the protagonists is already out.

Pooja Bhatt recently posted a selfie with Deepak Tijori and stirred a whole lot of 90s nostalgia. “Dil ab bhi nahin manta,” Pooja had captioned the click on Instagram. Soon enough, fans flooded with post with love. One user commented, “OMG my 90s childhood coming rushing back to me...” while another netizen wrote, “Two beautiful actors loved all your movies still do and we still watch them some movies live on forever in your heart.”

Deepak Tijori's daughter Samara is currently on cloud nine with her work getting applauded all around the industry. After making her debut with Abhishek Bachchan's 'Bob Biswas', the talented actress is now sharing screen space with Boman Irani in a web series titled 'Masoom'. Despite being a star kid, Samara in an interview with a media publication confessed that she went through all normal processes to be in the entertainment field and also admitted that being Deepak Tijori's daughter didn't help her much.

Actor Deepak Tijori who made a thrilling comeback to cinema with his directorial venture 'Tipppsy', recalls his time working with superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan.

Deepak Tijori makes a directorial comeback with 'Tipppsy,' launching its trailer in Mumbai. Pooja Bhatt penned a heartfelt note, sharing old photos and praising their enduring friendship. She expressed pride in Deepak's journey and supported his film. During the trailer launch, she applauded his unexpected directorial choice and their lasting bond.

A case has been registered against three persons for allegedly cheating Bollywood actor and filmmaker Deepak Tijori of Rs 2.5 lakh on the pretext of arranging funds for his upcoming film, a police official said on Thursday, as reported by PTI.

Deepak Tijori, known for his roles in iconic films, revealed how he missed a lead role in a Mahesh Bhatt film due to Mukesh Bhatt's hesitation. Despite a successful photo shoot for the film 'Adhure Log,' Mukesh doubted casting him as the lead, feeling it was too risky. This decision left Tijori devastated, impacting his career path.

Actor Pushkar Jog, who has impressed the masses with his outing 'Well Done Baby' had good Marathi films like 'Ti And Ti', 'Sasu Cha Swayamwar' and many more to his credits. However, the actor enjoys a huge fan following on the big screen for his stellar performances.

Actor Deepak Tijori recently reflected on a pivotal opportunity he missed, which could have changed his career trajectory forever. It was Shah Rukh Khan who eventually took on the role and rose to superstardom. Tijori spoke about how he was initially involved in the early discussions around ‘Baazigar’, which eventually went to Shah Rukh Khan.

“We were done with the photo shoot, and it was decided that I was leading in the film. But, at that time, his brother Mukesh Bhatt, who is a hardcore producer and extremely practical man, said, ‘Deepak cannot be the hero, I won’t back the film. You take him as a supporting actor.'”

Deepak Tijori unexpectedly landed the role of Shekhar Malhotra in 'Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar,' replacing Milind Soman after 75% of the film was shot. Initially rejected, Tijori's entry, championed by Aamir Khan, revived the shelved project after director Mansoor Khan faced setbacks. Tijori's addition, along with real Rajput boys, reignited production, marking a serendipitous turn in his career.

With the opening of multicuisine restaurant Zing cafe in Goregaon, the city’s hip and happening quotient went one notch higher.

Friends-turned-foes Vikram Bhatt and Deepak Tijori come together again for Bhaag Johnny

One can understand an actor getting carried away while shooting a romantic scene with Sunny Leone

Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan are similar in certain aspects reveals Deepak Tijori.

Former Femina Miss India World Natasha Suri is all set to appear in Deepak Tijori's 'Tipppsy'. She talks about her role in the movie which also features Kainaat Arora, Soniya Birje, Alankrita Sahai, and Nazia Hussain in lead roles. Natasha says: "It's a complete entertainer and I loved playing Tanya in it. With laughter and madness, it also explores the emotional aspects of female friendships."