Ram Gopal Varma: News
Ram Gopal Varma or RGV is a film director and producer, who has been behind some pretty acclaimed films like Company, Satya, Rangeela, Sarkar, Shool and Siva, among others. His films showcase gritty reality and have technical finesse, and craft. He is also known for dramatized re-enactment of real-life incidents. Rayalaseema factionism (Rakta Charitra), 2008 Mumbai attacks (The Attacks of 26/11), Operation Cocoon (Killing Veerappan), Vijayawada riots (Vangaveeti), all stand testimony to this fact. Recently, he churned out a film on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, titled Coronavirus. Reviewers called it a “dreary take” on the outbreak, which is currently wreaking havoc across the globe. RGV has also released his pending projects like Naked, Mia Malkova's CLIMAX, on RGV World.
'Satya': Manoj Bajpayee revealed he convinced RGV to cast Shefali
Actor Manoj Bajpayee, who shot to fame as gangster Bhiku Mhatre in Ram Gopal Varma's 1998 crime drama Satya, recently revealed how he had to convince the director to cast Shefali Shah as his on-screen wife Pyaari.
RGV calls 'Satluj' a 'deep wound' amid movie's ZEE5 removal
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has praised the new film Satluj, calling it a "deep wound that will never heal."
Why Bal Thackeray was 'baffled' after watching 'Satya'
Manoj Bajpayee's breakout role in Ram Gopal Varma's 1998 film Satya made him a nationwide star.
Ram Gopal Varma to direct encounter specialist Daya Nayak's biopic?
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is in early talks to helm a biopic on Mumbai's famed encounter specialist Daya Nayak, reported Mid-Day.
'Owes more than...crore': FWICE representative calls out Ram Gopal Varma
The ongoing controversy surrounding Ranveer Singh and Don 3 has taken another turn, with the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) responding to comments made by filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma.
'Don 3' dispute: RGV supports Ranveer, seeks ban on FWICE
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has come out in support of Ranveer Singh amid the ongoing controversy over his exit from Don 3.
Why does Ram Gopal Varma feel Michael Jackson 'backstabbed' him?
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently penned an emotional note on the late pop icon Michael Jackson.
RGV reveals he dedicated his autobiography to Dawood Ibrahim
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has made a shocking revelation.
Ajay Devgn to have 'dark character' in upcoming horror film
Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn is all set to return to the horror genre with an upcoming film directed by Rohit Jugraj.
'Sarkar 4': Aishwarya Rai won't return, confirms Ram Gopal Varma
Director Ram Gopal Varma has confirmed that actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will not return to Sarkar 4.
Ram Gopal Varma shelves 'Sarkar 4' because of 'Dhurandhar'
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has decided to drop his much-anticipated project, Sarkar 4, and instead focus on a new venture titled Syndicate.
'Dhurandhar 2': Netizens react to Wikipedia describing movie as 'propaganda'
Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar's latest film, Dhurandhar 2, is breaking records at the box office.
RGV pens new review, calls 'Dhurandhar 2' 'reset button'
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has once again praised Aditya Dhar's latest film, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, calling it a "reset button for Indian cinema."
RGV lauds 'Dhurandhar 2,' calls it 'horror for all filmmakers'
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has praised the recently released film Dhurandhar 2, directed by Aditya Dhar.
Ram Gopal says 'Dhurandhar 2' is 'Sholay x 100' level
Director Ram Gopal Varma has lauded Aditya Dhar's upcoming film, Dhurandhar 2, calling it the birth of a new cinematic order.
RGV reveals why he cast Urmila in horror classic 'Bhoot'
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently spoke about casting actor Urmila Matondkar in his 2003 horror film Bhoot.
Amitabh, Abhishek to return for 'Sarkar 4': Ram Gopal Varma
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has confirmed that both Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan will return for the fourth installment of his successful Sarkar franchise.
Ram Gopal Varma confirms 'Sarkar 4' production begins next month
Renowned filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has confirmed the fourth installment of his acclaimed political crime franchise, Sarkar.
RGV says films will 'never be the same' after 'Dhurandhar'
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has yet again praised director Aditya Dhar for his contribution to the Indian film industry through Dhurandhar.
'Dhurandhar': RGV lauds Aditya Dhar's 'intelligent' spin on 'hero-template film'
Acclaimed filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has once again praised Dhurandhar and its director Aditya Dhar.
Ram Gopal Varma calls AI filmmaking tool 'asteroid' for industry
Director Ram Gopal Varma has sparked a new debate on the future of cinema with his latest remarks on AI tool Seedance 2.0.
'Dhurandhar 2'-'Toxic' clash: RGV hypes Ranveer's film, trolls Yash's actioner
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has sparked a debate over the upcoming box office clash between Yash's Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown Ups and Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar: The Revenge.
'Will be biggest multistarrer ever': RGV hypes 'Dhurandhar 2'
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has made a bold claim about Ranveer Singh's upcoming film Dhurandhar 2, calling it "the biggest multistarrer ever in the history of cinema."
'Judgment day': RGV hypes 'Dhurandhar 2'-'Toxic' clash
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has weighed in on the highly anticipated box-office clash between Dhurandhar 2 and Toxic, describing the March 19 showdown as more than just a battle between two films.
RGV calls Ranveer's 'Dhurandhar' a 'very realistic Mahabharata'
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently praised Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, calling it a "very realistic Mahabharata."
RGV compares Aditya Dhar to Coppola in new 'Dhurandhar' review
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has taken to X (formerly Twitter) to pen a detailed review of Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, again.
Bollywood 'threatened' by 'Dhurandhar'? RGV claims industry ignoring Ranveer starrer
Director Ram Gopal Varma has claimed that the Indian film industry is deliberately ignoring the film Dhurandhar.
'Channel an exotic...animal': RGV's advice to Urmila for 'Rangeela'
As the iconic film Rangeela was re-released in theaters on November 28, 2025, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma spoke to Bollywood Hungama about his journey with the 1995 classic.
'Rangeela' was made on 'minimalistic budget,' reveals Urmila Matondkar
Urmila Matondkar recently opened up about the making of her iconic film Rangeela, which has been re-released in theaters after 30 years.
Did you know Urmila Matondkar helped choreograph iconic 'Rangeela' songs
As the classic Bollywood film Rangeela (1995) celebrates its 30th anniversary with a re-release, lead actor Urmila Matondkar reminisced about her experience working on the movie.
Why RGV thinks he's not 'capable' of working with SRK
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently opened up about his views on Shah Rukh Khan's films and their potential collaboration.
'Police Station Mein Bhoot': Manoj Bajpayee-RGV's film nears completion
Manoj Bajpayee has revealed new details about his upcoming horror-comedy Police Station Mein Bhoot.
Rajasekhar-Ramya Krishnan reunite after 27 years for 'Lubber Pandhu' remake
Actors Ramya Krishnan and Rajasekhar are reuniting for the Telugu remake of the hit Tamil film Lubber Pandhu.
What drew Manoj Bajpayee to RGV's 'Police Station Mein Bhoot'
Manoj Bajpayee, known for his diverse roles, is now working on Ram Gopal Varma's upcoming horror-comedy, Police Station Mein Bhoot.
'Baahubali' star Ramya joins RGV's 'Police Station Mein Bhoot'
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has unveiled the first look of actor Ramya Krishnan from his upcoming horror-comedy Police Station Mein Bhoot.
Aamir, Urmila's 'Rangeela' returns to theaters for 30th anniversary
The iconic Bollywood film Rangeela, featuring Aamir Khan, Urmila Matondkar, and Jackie Shroff, is set to return to theaters on November 28.
Ram Gopal Varma initially offered 'Company' to Shah Rukh Khan
In a recent interview with Siddharth Kannan, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma admitted that he had initially offered his gangster drama Company to Shah Rukh Khan.
Amitabh, Abhishek to lead 'Sarkar 4'? Here's what we know
The much-loved Sarkar franchise is set to return with a fourth installment, reported PeepingMoon.
Ram Gopal Varma cleared in check bounce case after settlement
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has been acquitted in a 2018 check-bounce case after a compromise with the complainant company through Lok Adalat.
Nagarjuna's cult classic 'Siva' to re-release on November 14
Telugu superstar Akkineni Nagarjuna has announced that his 1989 film Siva will be re-released in theaters on November 14, 2025.
Why RGV-AR Rahman never worked together after 'Daud'
Ram Gopal Varma's iconic film Rangeela, starring Aamir Khan, Urmila Matondkar, and Jackie Shroff, has completed three decades!
'Police Station Mein Bhoot': RGV-Manoj Bajpayee reunite for horror-comedy
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma and actor Manoj Bajpayee have reunited after several years for an upcoming horror-comedy titled Police Station Mein Bhoot.