EP-350 | Rani Mukerji Unfiltered: Movies, Shah Rukh, 8-Hour Shift Row, Media, Paparazzi & More

EP-350 | Rani Mukerji Unfiltered: Movies, Shah Rukh, 8-Hour Shift Row, Media, Paparazzi & More

Author: Asian News International (ANI) October 1, 2025 Duration: 1:12:03

Rani Mukerji is one of Bollywood’s most acclaimed and versatile actors, renowned for her powerful performances in films such as Black, Mardaani, and Hichki. With a career spanning nearly three decades, she has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry and continues to remain a beloved star among audiences.


In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Rani speaks candidly, on her very first podcast, about her journey in cinema, winning a National Award for the first time, and her long-standing friendship with Shah Rukh Khan.


She also shares her views on the recent debate around 8-hour work shifts in the film industry and explains why she prefers to stay away from the media and paparazzi. Beyond her on-screen life, Rani opens up about balancing family and career, and what continues to inspire her as an actor today.


00:00 – Introduction

01:20 – Winning the National Film Award

05:15 – Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway Story

07:31 – Challenges Faced by Immigrants

09:08 – Preparing for a Character

10:26 – Rani & Karan’s Kids Watched the Ceremony

11:43 – Wedding Pictures & Privacy

15:49 – Actresses and Their Private Lives

18:40 – First Screen Test & Mom’s Reaction

20:20 – Role in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

21:36 – Backlash over Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna

26:50 – Handling Setbacks After Success

28:54 – Reinventing Herself

32:14 – Creative Process During Hichki

36:00 – Pausing Career for Her Daughter

38:33 – Durga Puja Celebrations

41:26 – Competition With Kajol?

45:15 – Bringing Indian Women to the Forefront

48:37 – Husband’s Support for Hichki

51:29 – Deepika’s 8-Hour Shift Demand

54:19 – Films Better Planned Today?

55:57 – Who Shah Rukh Khan Gels With Better

56:41 – Winning National Award After 30 Years

58:06 – Directors Who Bring Out the Best in Her

1:04:04 – Will Rani Mukerji Direct a Film?

1:05:42 – Upcoming Projects

1:07:38 – A Message for All Women


Conversations that shape our world often happen behind closed doors or in the quiet moments after the headlines fade. ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash pulls up a chair to those discussions, offering a direct line to the minds of influential figures. Hosted by veteran journalist Smita Prakash, this series moves beyond the soundbite, creating a space where politicians, athletes, artists, and thinkers can explore the nuances of the issues that define contemporary India and global affairs. The dialogue here is driven by curiosity and a commitment to depth, allowing guests to elaborate on their perspectives, their decisions, and the personal experiences that inform their public lives. You will hear candid reflections on current events, policy debates, and cultural shifts, all through the lens of those at the center of the story. Produced by Asian News International, the podcast leverages a legacy of journalistic access and integrity, ensuring every conversation is both insightful and substantive. It’s more than an interview; it’s an opportunity to understand the motivations and narratives driving today’s news. For anyone looking to move past the surface and engage with the substance of politics, society, and human endeavor, this podcast provides a consistently thoughtful and compelling listen.
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