Kay Kay

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23 Aug 1970

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Saiyami Kher undergoes mixed martial arts training for 'Special Ops' third season

19 Dec 2023

special ops. It's a show that received a lot of love when the first season came out. So it gets bigger and better this time around. We have a great set of action directors on board. I hope this gets me a full-fledged action role soon."'Special Ops' universe is created by Neeraj Pandey. It also features Kay Kay Menon, Karan Tacker and Divya Dutta.Meanwhile, Saiyami is basking in the success of 'Ghoomer'. In the film, she essayed the role of Anina, a determined athlete who due to an unfortunate accident loses her right arm, finds strength again to become a history-defying sportsperson. She shared screen space with Abhishek Bachchan and Angad Bedi in the 'Ghoomer', which is directed by R Balki.

Wish 'The Railway Men' becomes eligible to be qualified as India's entry to Oscars: Kay Kay Menon

4 Dec 2023

Kay Kay Menon is basking in the success of his recently released series 'The Railway Men' and hopes that the series will qualify for Oscars as India's entry.Kay Kay said in a statement, "I wish The Railway Men was eligible to be qualified as India's entry to the Oscars. This show shows the world what we, as a country, faced on that fateful night and also shows the spirit of selfless Indians who put their lives at risk to save countless people from dying.""This series truly deserves to represent India on every global stage and tell people worldwide about our resilience & and character in insurmountable danger and grief. The Railway Men is a show that every Indian should be proud of," the actor said.Menon believes that the series would have made India proud on this renowned global platform, which exclusively recognizes feature films that are theatrically released.He said, "It rests in my filmography as one of the best projects that I have ever been a part of. I'm thrilled with the response that the series has received globally already. It deserves all the love. It is our tribute to the undying human spirit, a tribute to Bhopal and its resilience and it is also a tribute to all the unsung heroes of Bhopal whose sacrifice saved hundreds of thousands of people unaware of how to fight the silent killer in the air."The 'Bambai Meri Jaan' actor added, "I congratulate everyone associated with the series for the success that it is tasting. It is a story that is touching people's hearts. I haven't met anyone who hasn't told me that their eyes welled up while watching The Railway Men." 'The Railway Men' is set against the backdrop of the Bhopal gas leak tragedy. It showcases the unshakeable courage of the employees of Indian Railways and their efforts to save countless lives during the city's darkest hours.In the late hours of December 2, 1984, methyl isocyanate gas leaked from a pesticide factory owned by the Union Carbide Corporation.The gas disaster is considered the world's worst industrial tragedy. R MadhavanKay Kay MenonDivyenndu, and Babil Khan feature in the lead roles.Over 3,000 people died within days of the gas leak and more in the later years with many families suffering health consequences. Survivors and their families have said they have struggled with health problems such as cancer and respiratory, immune and neurological disorders.'The Railway Men', which was created under the banner of YRF Entertainment, is streaming on Netflix from November 18.

"It took around 70 days to finish constructing entire set": Shiv Rawail on 'The Railway Men'

25 Nov 2023

Shiv Rawail opened up about the series 'The Railway Men' that stars R MadhavanKay Kay Menon, and Babil Khan and said it took around 70 days to finish constructing the entire set with minute detailing.The series is set against the backdrop of the Bhopal gas leak tragedy. It showcases the unshakeable courage of the employees of Indian Railways and their efforts to save countless lives during the city's darkest hours.In the late hours of December 2, 1984, methyl isocyanate gas leaked from a pesticide factory owned by the Union Carbide Corporation. The gas disaster is considered the world's worst industrial tragedy.Over 3,000 people died within days of the gas leak and more in the later years with many families suffering health consequences. Survivors and their families have said they have struggled with health problems such as cancer and respiratory, immune and neurological disorders.Rawail said it's such a significant story to share so every element of the set was mapped thoroughly."For the story to connect with the audiences, it was imperative for us to make the audiences believe that it is the same Bhopal railway station from 1984. The entire station setup including trains were designed and created in a large space at Mumbai University.""It took us around 70 days to finish constructing the entire set with minute detailing that included movie posters from the 80s, the waiting room and other authentic railway elements that became an integral part of the narrative. The set looked so real and authentic that the residents nearby felt a new station was coming up! Along with the junction, we also built three massive and functional passenger trains for the shoot of this series," he added.'The Railway Men', which was created under the banner of YRF Entertainment, is streaming on Netflix from November 18.

Director Shiv Rawail opens up on 'The Railway Men' casting

8 Nov 2023

The Railway Men' recently unveiled the series' official trailer which received a good response from the fans.Helmed by Shiv Ravail, the series stars R. Madhavan, Kay Kay Menon, Divyenndu Sharma and Babil Khan in the lead roles.Inspired by true stories and against the backdrop of the tragic Bhopal Gas Leak, which remains one of the world's worst industrial disasters, 'The Railway Men' weaves a compelling narrative.It's a powerful exploration of the extraordinary efforts made by Indian Railways employees who, in this series, rise above their call of duty to save lives during the city's darkest hours.The series marks Shiv Rawail's directorial debut.Talking about 'The Railway Men' he said, "In 2018, the journey of 'The Railway Men' began with a simple one-page concept. When our writer Aayush, whom I met through someone mutual, shared this compelling concept with me, I couldn't help but be deeply moved and inspired to tell this story."Speaking about the star cast of the series, he shared, "Putting together the casting for 'The Railway Men' was a beautiful journey, and working with some of the most versatile talent was nothing short of amazing. Everyone's a fan of Kay Kay Menon, and when we were casting for our rule-following station master with a past that haunts him, he was the obvious choice. He truly gave it his all. Maddy sir, with his enigmatic charm and the ability to command a room, brought in great brilliance. It was Adi Chopra's idea to cast him, and I wholeheartedly agreed.""Divyenndu, our choice for the constable, brought the complexity and depth the character needed. When he read the script, he got goosebumps, there were no questions asked, and I knew he was on board. Babil Khan, with his untapped innocence, was a treasure to work with. He absolutely poured his heart into the role. And I would also like to thank the incredible Shanoo Sharma who has cast such great actors who have elevated the show immensely", he added.The 4-episode series 'The Railway Men', which is created under the banner of YRF Entertainment, will be out on Netflix on November 18.

Trailer of 'The Railway Men' unveiled, check out

6 Nov 2023

Witness a tale of strength, resilience, and sacrifice of a few people on the night of a massive human tragedy. #TheRailwayMen - a four episode series inspired by true stories arrives November 18, only on Netflix! Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) November 6, 2023R Madhavan, Kay Kay Menon, Divyenndu, and Babil Khan feature in the lead roles.The trailer highlights how courage can be found in the darkest of times and ordinary men can rise up to extraordinary challenges. It brings forth the heroic attempt of individuals who worked tirelessly and in a race-against-time ensured the safety of hundreds of people on the fateful night of the world's worst industrial disaster. The Railway Men promises to be a must watch thrilling drama. Gearing up for the show's release, Shiv Rawail said, "Directing this series has been a deeply emotional and rewarding journey. It's a story of the human spirit that needed to be told, to remind people of the power of resilience in the face of adversity. I am truly humbled and honored to helm this series. To be able to execute my passion project under the able guidance of YRF Entertainment; to be able to work with talent like R Madhavan, Kay Kay Menon, Juhi Chawla, Raghubir Yadav, Divyendu, Babil and so many others in my very first outing as a director and for this series to reach the global audience through Netflix is truly a dream come true."In the late hours of December 2, 1984, methyl isocyanate gas leaked from a pesticide factory owned by the American Union Carbide Corporation. It has been reported that more than half a million people were poisoned that night and the official death toll exceeded 5,000. Thousands of survivors have said they, their children and grandchildren are struggling with chronic health problems causing cancer, blindness, respiratory, immune and neurological disorders as a result of the leak.'The Railway Men', which is created under the banner of YRF Entertainment, will be out on Netflix on November 18.The Railway Men is a gripping 4-episode character-driven series based on the unsung heroes of the Bhopal gas tragedy.

'The Railway Men': R Madhavan, Babil Khan unveil new motion poster, trailer to be out on this date

5 Nov 2023

R Madhavan, Kay Kay Menon, and Babil Khan-starrer 'The Railway Men' are all set to unveil the trailer. Taking to Instagram, Babil Khan treated fans with a new motion poster and captioned it, "A story of heroes who never wavered in their commitment to put humanity first. #TheRailwayMen - Trailer out tomorrow."The trailer will be out on November 6.As soon as the trailer announcement was made, fans and followers flooded the comment section with fire and heart emojis.One of the users wrote, "Can't wait to watch this""You are making your baba proud so happy to see you growing," another comment read.Helmed by debutant director Shiv Rawail the series is set against the backdrop of the Bhopal gas leak tragedy. It showcases the unshakeable courage of the employees of Indian Railways and their efforts to save countless lives during the city's darkest hours.R Madhavan, Kay Kay Menon, Divyenndu, and Babil Khan feature in the lead roles.In the late hours of December 2, 1984, methyl isocyanate gas leaked from a pesticide factory owned by the American Union Carbide Corporation. It has been reported that more than half a million people were poisoned that night and the official death toll exceeded 5,000. Thousands of survivors have said they, their children and grandchildren are struggling with chronic health problems causing cancer, blindness, respiratory, immune and neurological disorders as a result of the leak.'The Railway Men', which is created under the banner of YRF Entertainment, will be out on Netflix on November 18. The Railway Men is a gripping 4-episode character-driven series based on the unsung heroes of the Bhopal gas tragedy.

Teaser of R Madhavan, Kay Kay Menon's 'The Railway Men' unveiled

28 Oct 2023

View this post on InstagramA post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in)R Madhavan, Kay Kay Menon, Divyenndu, and Babil Khan feature in the lead roles.In the late hours of December 2, 1984, methyl isocyanate gas leaked from a pesticide factory owned by the American Union Carbide Corporation. It has been reported that more than half a million people were poisoned that night and the official death toll exceeded 5,000. Thousands of survivors have said they, their children and grandchildren are struggling with chronic health problems causing cancer, blindness, respiratory, immune and neurological disorders as a result of the leak.'The Railway Men', which is created under the banner of YRF Entertainment, will be out on Netflix on November 18. The Railway Men is a gripping 4-episode character-driven series based on the unsung heroes of the Bhopal gas tragedy.

R Madhavan, Kay Kay Menon unveil motion poster of 'The Railway Men', series to release on this date

26 Oct 2023

The Railway Men' starring R MadhavanKay Kay MenonDivyenndu, and Babil Khan announced the release date of the character-driven series.Taking to Instagram, streaming platform Netflix shared the motion poster of the characters.Sharing the poster, they wrote, " The story of humanity's fight in the midst of a tragedy.#TheRailwayMen - a four-episode series inspired by true stories arrives November 18, only on Netflix!"The four-episode series is directed by debutant director Shiv Rawail, one of YRF's homegrown talents. Set against the backdrop of the Bhopal Gas Leak, the world's worst industrial disaster, and inspired by true stories, 'The Railway Men' is an account of courage and a salute to humanity. It offers a poignant narrative of the unsung heroes - the railway employees of India, who went beyond their call of duty, trying to save the lives of hundreds of innocent citizens trapped in a helpless city. It stars R. Madhavan, Kay Kay MenonDivyenndu Sharma and Babil Khan in the lead roles.In the late hours of December 2, 1984, methyl isocyanate gas leaked from a pesticide factory owned by the American Union Carbide Corporation. It has been reported that more than half a million people were poisoned that night and the official death toll exceeded 5,000.Thousands of survivors have said they, their children and grandchildren are struggling with chronic health problems like cancer, blindness, respiratory, immune and neurological problems as a result of the leak.'The Railway Men' is to arrive on Netflix on November 18.

Heartwarming to see viewers' reactions to my character: Kay Kay Menon on Bambai Meri Jaan

22 Sep 2023

Kay Kay Menon is getting praise for his performance in the recently released web series Bambai Meri Jaan.Menon, who portrayed the character of Ismail Kadri, a conflicted father trapped between his principles and his son's descent into the world of crime, said, "I am humbled with the love and support from audiences for 'Bambai Meri Jaan.' It's incredibly heartwarming to see viewers' reactions to my character, Ismail Kadri. This is a testament to the collective dedication of our team, co-actors, and creators who worked tirelessly to bring this epic saga to life. The positive reviews, comments, and the love we're receiving are a reflection of our hard work paying off."Bambai Meri Jaan is created by Rensil DSilva and Shujaat Saudagar and directed by Shujaat Saudagar and brings under one umbrella, versatile and talented actors such as Kay Kay Menon, Avinash Tiwary, Kritika Kamra and Nivedita Bhattacharya along with Amyra Dastur.Set in the post-independence era, the story chronicles the life and rise of a young man, Dara Kadri (played by Avinash Tiwary), torn between his fathers law enforcement legacy (played by Menon) and his own journey into the heart of organized crime. The series explores the classic, universal battle of good versus evil.The show is streaming on the OTT platform Amazon Prime Video.Bambai Meri Jaan is produced by Excel Media and Entertainments Ritesh Sidhwani, Kassim Jagmagia, and Farhan Akhtar, with the story by S. Hussain Zaidi.

Farhan Akhtar unveils trailer of Kay Kay Menons web series Bambai Meri Jaan

4 Sep 2023

Farhan Akhtar on Monday unveiled the official trailer of actor Kay Kay Menons upcoming action thriller web series Bambai Meri Jaan.Taking to Instagram, Farhan shared the trailer which he captioned, An honest father, an insatiable son, and the consequences that lie within. #BambaiMeriJaanOnPrime, trailer out now.Bambai Meri Jaan is created by Rensil DSilva and Shujaat Saudagar and directed by Shujaat Saudagar and brings under one umbrella, versatile and talented actors such as Kay Kay Menon, Avinash Tiwary, Kritika Kamra and Nivedita Bhattacharya along with Amyra Dastur.The trailer of Bambai Meri Jaan takes the viewers on a fast-paced, gritty and immersive ride through the mean streets of fictionalized 1970s Bambai, where gang wars, crimes, and treachery were a common occurrence. Against this backdrop, the fictional series is a captivating saga of an honest cop who sees his son choose the path of crime to overcome a life of poverty and struggle. The trailer gives the viewers a glimpse of the pain a father undergoes as he sees his family being torn apart by lost ethos, greed, and corruption.Talking about his role in the upcoming series, Kay Kay Menon said, My character Ismail Kadri is multi-layered and complex. He is an honest cop and a doting father who isnt perfect. On one hand, he is deeply committed to cleaning the city of Bambai of all crime, on the other, to save his family, he is forced to become a pawn to the citys crime syndicate. Even as Ismail fights against all odds not to give in to the evil surrounding him, he sees his own flesh and blood rising as the citys new gang lord. Shujaat and Rensils vision for this character was so clear and precise that it was easy for me to essay this role. Thank you, Prime Video and Excel Entertainment, Rensil and Shujaat, for making me a part of such a gut-wrenching story.Avinash Tiwary said, When I first read the script and about my character, Dara Kadri, I was awestruck and hesitant at the same time. The character I play in Bambai Meri Jaan is something that very few actors get an opportunity to sink their teeth into, this early in their career. The way I saw it, there are villains and then there is Dara, a dynamic young man who believes that honest hard work wont get you money and power. From nothing (hunger) to something (provider for the family and his people) to everything (power), bhook is an integral part of his journey. To become someone everyone bows down to, one who is feared and revered in equal measures, he has to turn into a cold-blooded monster. As a director, Shujaats creativity, attention to detail, and his ability to inspire and motivate each one of us to give our best, really enabled me to bring Daras character to life the way he and Rensil had envisioned while writing the script. I am looking forward to reactions from viewers from India and around the world.The series will stream exclusively on the OTT platform Amazon Prime Video from September 14.