Imagine one of Bollywood’s most celebrated couples, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone, sitting down for an interview, only for it to go spectacularly wrong. But here’s where it gets controversial—what happens when a superstar’s mood derails a professional interaction, and how does a seasoned journalist handle it? This is the story of a day when Ranveer Singh’s behavior left a veteran journalist no choice but to cancel an interview, despite Deepika Padukone’s efforts to smooth things over.
Ranveer Singh is undoubtedly riding high on success, with his film Dhurandhar on the brink of joining the prestigious Rs 1000 crore club. (https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/dhurandhar-box-office-collection-day-21-update-ranveer-singh-film-set-to-enter-rs-1000-cr-club-10438936/) The actor, who recently celebrated 15 years in the industry, has weathered his share of triumphs and setbacks. In a recent revelation, veteran journalist Bhawana Somaya recounted a startling incident from an interview with Ranveer and Deepika during the promotions of Bajirao Mastani. She shared how Ranveer’s unprofessional demeanor forced her to call off the interview, despite Deepika’s attempts to salvage the situation.
And this is the part most people miss—even in the glitzy world of Bollywood, human flaws and professional boundaries collide. Bhawana Somaya, in a candid YouTube interview on Women’s Social Corner, detailed the experience: ‘I went to interview Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone for Bajirao Mastani, but Ranveer was inexplicably in a foul mood. His behavior toward me was unacceptable. Deepika noticed and tried to compensate, and I, being older, initially tried to overlook it. But his mood remained sour, leaving me no choice but to end the interview.’
What followed was a moment of raw honesty. Bhawana instructed her team to pack up, but not before she had a heartfelt conversation with Ranveer. ‘I told him, ‘My career spans longer than your age. I’ve seen superstars rise and fall, and I’ve always been fair. Today’s incident won’t cloud my judgment of your work. If your film is good, I’ll praise it; if not, I’ll critique it honestly,’ she recalled. True to her word, after watching Bajirao Mastani, she commended Ranveer’s performance, acknowledging his talent despite their earlier clash.
But here’s the thought-provoking question: Should personal behavior ever influence professional criticism? Bhawana admitted that while she eventually let go of the incident—after Ranveer pleaded, ‘Ma’am, ab jaane do…’—she couldn’t bring herself to speak to him for a year. ‘In films and politics, there are no permanent enemies or friends,’ she reflected, highlighting the transient nature of relationships in high-stakes industries.
Fast forward to today, Ranveer’s Dhurandhar sequel, releasing on March 19, is being hailed as his comeback after a string of underwhelming films, except for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. His performance in Dhurandhar has earned him praise for his subtlety, allowing his co-stars to shine. Naveen Kaushik, his co-star, lauded Ranveer’s collaborative spirit, revealing how Ranveer consciously stepped back to elevate the ensemble. ‘He ensured everyone felt comfortable, not intimidated,’ Naveen told SCREEN (https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-humbled-himself-in-dhurandhar-controlled-the-crowd-during-rally-scene-says-co-star-naveen-kaushik-he-guided-them-10438095/).
This story isn’t just about a botched interview—it’s about professionalism, accountability, and the blurred lines between personal conduct and public perception. What do you think? Should a journalist’s personal experience with a celebrity impact their critical evaluation? Or should the two remain entirely separate? Let’s spark a conversation in the comments below!
