{
  "id": 19642862,
  "title": "Mahesh Bhatt writes an Anupam Kher appreciation note after Ramayana: ‘Your rise and rise’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/mahesh-bhatt-writes-an-anupam-kher-appreciation-note-after-ramayana",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-12T11:27:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/mahesh-bhatt-anupam-kher-journey-saaransh-to-ramayana-i-could-never-take-you-this-far-10960256/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Veteran actor Anupam Kher recently received a heartfelt appreciation note from his mentor and filmmaker, Mahesh Bhatt, after lending his voice to the character of Jatayu in the epic Ramayana: Part 1. The note, posted on Kher's Instagram, contained words of gratitude and admiration for the actor's journey in the film industry. Bhatt recalled casting Kher in his debut role in Saaransh, and praised Kher's growth both personally and professionally. Kher expressed his gratitude towards Bhatt, calling him his mentor, friend, and teacher.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Mahesh Bhatt wrote appreciation note for Anupam Kher.",
    "Note posted on Kher's Instagram, praising Kher's journey.",
    "Bhatt recalled casting Kher in Saaransh, admiring his growth."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Bhatt’s public tribute reinforces the enduring professional bond between mentor and protégé, highlighting how long-standing industry relationships continue to shape the careers of veteran performers.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Free Press Journal",
        "title": "From Saaransh To Ramayana, Mahesh Bhatt Pens Emotional Letter Celebrating Anupam Kher's 42-Year Journey",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/from-saaransh-to-ramayana-mahesh-bhatt-pens-emotional-letter",
        "published": "2026-11-12T11:33:06.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}