Arijit Saha

Arijit is a content writer who fervently nurtures his passion for films and TV shows. With a PG Diploma in journalism, he brings five years of media experience and skills in research, writing, and editing to the entertainment team at First Curiosity. A devoted admirer of documentaries and the gangster genre, he is especially drawn to stories that explore complex characters, real-world narratives, and cinematic history.
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Why Katie Holmes Passed On Playing Piper Chapman In ‘Orange Is the New Black’

Since its 2013 premiere, 'Orange Is the New Black' became a turning point for the entertainment industry through its groundbreaking female representation and sharp critique of...
Movies

‘American Psycho’ Director Says The Film Was Always “A Gay Man’s Satire On Masculinity”

When 'American Psycho' hit theaters in 2000, director Mary Harron never thought it would create a blueprint for becoming the "alpha male" of modern...
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Before Steven Spielberg, This Gothic Mastermind Almost Directed ‘Jurassic Park’

Consider what 'Jurassic Park' might have looked like if a filmmaker had replaced its bright, thrilling adventure through a world of dinosaurs with something...
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Idris Elba Forced ‘The Wire’ Creator To Rewrite This “Tragic” Stringer Bell Death Scene

'The Wire' delivered one of television's saddest moments when it killed off the iconic character Stringer Bell in Season 3. His ruthless efforts to...
Star Wars

Why Carrie Fisher Deeply Regretted One Crucial ‘Star Wars’ Deal

When Carrie Fisher stepped onto the 'Star Wars' set in the mid-1970s, she believed she was merely signing up for a fun sci-fi movie....
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“Hard To Resist”: How Filming ‘Blow’ Shook Up Penélope Cruz’s Romantic Life

It goes without saying that on-screen romances sometimes evolve into more than fictional love stories behind the scenes. The off-screen chemistry between co-stars often...
Movies

Why Will Smith’s ‘Wild Wild West’ Failed To Capture The Spirit Of The Classic Show

When Warner Bros. Pictures adapted the classic 1965 television series 'The Wild Wild West' in 1999, viewers expected the familiar mix of intrigue, mystery,...
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The Controversial 1980 Thriller Sean Connery Almost Starred In

Films made in the 1980s mark the heyday of psychological cinema. However, it was hard to think of any work that provoked as heated...
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The ‘Joker’ Disagreement That Put Joaquin Phoenix And Robert De Niro At Odds

Collaborating with legendary actors can be intense, especially when their fiercely independent artistic mindsets collide behind the scenes. During the making of 'Joker' (2019),...
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How Clint Eastwood’s One-Take Philosophy Surprised Matt Damon

Matt Damon believed he had all the knowledge he needed before embarking on an intense shoot for 'Invictus' (2009). After months of hard work...
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Malcolm McDowell Regrets Turning Down This “Absolutely Rubbish” Blockbuster Movie

In the early 1970s, actor Malcolm McDowell started receiving a flood of movie offers. This newfound popularity stemmed from his iconic portrayal of Alex DeLarge in...
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David Lynch Was “Kindly Asked” To Delete The ‘Barbie’ Short Film From His Website

In 2011, the legendary filmmaker David Lynch decided to break marketing rules by launching an unconventional promotional campaign for his private coffee blend. Instead...
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