On January 24, 1992, Rajiv Rai released his magnum opus, Vishwatma, in cinemas. The film had an ensemble star cast, featuring Sunny Deol, Naseeruddin Shah, Chunky Panday, Divya Bharti, Sonam, Amrish Puri, Jyotsna Singh and Gulshan Grover. The film is remembered today for its action and massy scenes and of course the cult song ‘Saat Samandar Paar’. On Vishwatma’s 31st anniversary, Rajiv Rai exclusively spoke to Bollywood Hungama about the film, his experience of shooting it in Kenya and a lot more. In Vishwatma (1992), Mohra (1994) and Gupt (1997), the image of the Ambe Ma idol from Shree Mangal Mandir, Nairobi, Kenya is shown in the beginning. Vishwatma was also shot in Kenya. Could you tell us about this connection? That’s a good question! My co-producer Ajay Shah was associated with that temple in some way. I used to visit it regularly. In fact, I even got married in the same temple! Though my marriage broke up, I must say that the temple is very auspicious and it made me feel like I was in India. It didn’t give you a feeling that it was located in some foreign country. Hence, I showed its glimpse in the beginning out of respect for Ambe Ma and my co-producer. There was no real calculation behind it. It was just one of those things that came from my heart and I did it in those films that Ajay Shah co-produced with me. How did you decide to shoot Vishwatma in Kenya? This was probably the first Bollywood film which was shot in the African country… I went to Kenya for Sharad Patel’s daughter’s wedding; he’s a profound filmmaker - he made Rise And Fall Of Idi Amin (1981) - and a very dear family friend. Their son Raju Patel was also a very close friend of mine who made several Hollywood movies including Bachelor Party (1984) starring Tom Hanks. Unfortunately, Raju Patel passed away at a young age due to cancer complications. The wedding was my first visit to Kenya and when I returned to Mumbai, I decided to shoot there. Fortunately, I also had other family friends who owned hotels and we shot in their properties. The group is called Sarova Group of Hotels and it still exists in Kenya and the United Kingdom. That’s when I also met my co-producer, Ajay Shah, who was also politically connected in the country and a very nice gentleman. Sharad Patel, meanwhile, helped me with the technical equipment etc. I hired his lights, generators and cameras. Due to these connections, I was motivated to shoot in Kenya. Back in those days, it was very difficult to shoot in foreign lands because the government would not provide foreign exchange money. So, we had to really plan this film very well and ensure our paperwork was legally in order so that we were able to import the film back to India without complications. Of course, this took a lot of time and energy but it was all worth it in the end. Despite these issues, it was convenient to shoot in Kenya. I loved the locations and the people of the country. Somebody may have shot a film before me in Kenya. I am not sure. But definitely, nobody has gone and shot a whole film there. As mentioned before, I had many connections and I am indebted to all of them. They were very helpful. It was heartening to see how Indians outside the country help fellow Indians. Vishwatma set a big example of it. My mesmerizing experience opened doors for other Indians to shoot abroad. Later, filmmakers began shooting anywhere and everywhere where they could get hold of subsidies. The United Kingdom today is a very apt example. But the poor and third-world African countries could not afford to give subsidies. So, you needed to go there, find your connections and get your discounts! Was Bubbles Disco, where the iconic ‘Saat Samandar Paar’ was shot, also found through connections? Yes. Every location that you see in the film was made accessible thanks to my co-producers and friends there. Ketan Somaia owned Bubbles Discotheque and the casino there. So that was made available to us. Back in those days, it was difficult to make a grand Bollywood film abroad if you didn’t have personal connections. ‘Saat Samandar Paar’ was also used in Sajid Nadiadwala’s Kick (2014) as a tribute to Divya Bharti… Yes. Unfortunately, and laughingly, nobody took permission from me. But it’s okay as they are all friends of mine and I didn’t mind. But today, I am trying to make it clear that you cannot use a song of mine in another film without my permission. As per the trivia on IMDb, Madhuri Dixit and Ayesha Jhulka were offered Divya Bharti’s role. Is that true? These are rumours. If they were offered, why wouldn’t they do it? IMDb should call me, read out every trivia written about me and my film, and I’ll correct the misinformation! I have hardly been rejected by anyone in my career. So, if anyone writes that somebody rejected my film, it’s all bullshit. Maybe two or three times, it had happened where actors didn’t have dates. 90% of the time, however, people wanted to work with me. So, why would one say ‘No’ to me? Today, it’s very different. I am not in the limelight and not very well-known anymore. So the big stars might refuse me and the younger generation of actors might not remember me! In fact, a lot of young generation actors don’t know who I am. They ask me, ‘Who are you?’. I mean, it’s okay for me. I don’t have an ego and I don’t care. People don’t want to work with older filmmakers or directors. And that’s why most of the films which are coming out are pretty sad and bad as we are not working with experienced people in Bollywood. The younger directors don’t have the training ground in making good films. At times, the directors go haywire and become self-indulgent. That doesn’t help and hence, many of them take the support of the OTT platforms to release their films. We didn’t have OTT platforms in our days. We had to make the films work and make the audiences sit in their seats! Yes, and you did. In fact, while seeing the film again, I realized that Sunny Deol actually was hanging from the moving aeroplane in the climax… Yes. There were no special effects or cables in Vishwatma. The films in the 80s and 90s were real. Even in my upcoming film, Zora, everything is real. There are no special effects except for the gunshots where we had to put some effects and that’s about it. When you show fake action, people can guess it’s not real and it’s really not working out that well. You gave commercial roles to Naseeruddin Shah. Was it difficult to make him dance in songs? There’s nothing difficult when it comes to Naseeruddin Shah. You just need to do things very quickly with him. You cannot test a good actor’s patience. Good actors like him don’t require retakes because their first takes are the very best. I had to keep that in mind while I was working with Naseeruddin Shah and doing his fight or dance sequences. But I didn’t have any problems. He adapted to everything that was required to be done in all my films. He’s a very focused and hardworking actor and I would say one of the best actors in India, then and now. Rarely does he essay such roles and with you, he did it thrice… I had seen all of his films. I am an ardent art film watcher. Back in those days, I used to look up to the movies made by Shyam Benegal, Satyajit Ray etc. There was a fabulous parallel cinema movement at that time from where I learnt a lot. I admired it more than the commercial cinema (laughs)! Technically, they were progressive. They were so good with sound and photography. They never left the sync sound at that time. They took a lot of effort into the all technical aspects of the film. Even though the films were a little slow-paced, the casting would be fabulous and the storytelling had a different texture to it. So, the art cinema was a training ground for me. I realize I am saying this for the first time in an interview! So, I had seen all the works of Naseeruddin Shah and I thought it’ll be a good change to take this actor and put him in a different avatar, thereby getting a different audience to watch him. The commercial audience was not watching art and parallel cinema back in those days. I am glad I did so and it paid off really well. And then everybody started taking actors from art cinema. Did you visit cinema halls to check audience reaction? I rarely went to the theatres to hear the hooting or the claps to pat myself on the back. Also, I would have seen my film a hundred times and it would be boring for me to see it again. Whether they were burning the cinema down or screaming with joy, whatever the reactions may have been to my various films, I didn’t check. Those days, there used to be adverse reactions, like seatein tod di or audiences throwing money on the screen. Once I get the commercial results and know what has happened with the film, I move on. However, I did see every other Hindi film with the audiences and got their reactions. I do that even today. If you want to see me, you can do so at a multiplex, where I’ll be watching the first day first show of the latest release! Also Read: Sunny Deol starring 2001 blockbuster, Gadar: Ek Prem Katha to re-release on August 11
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Southern sensation Atlee Kumar just recently announced his new role as a father to a beautiful little baby boy. While the filmmaker and his wife are yet to name the little munchkin, Atlee himself is busy working on his forthcoming project Jawan. Comprising an ensemble cast, the film features Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, and Vijay Sethupathi with Thalapathy Vijay doing a cameo. In fact, buzz for the film is at an all-time high with fans of each of the cast members eagerly awaiting its release. While the film still has a long way to go before it hits screens, Bollywood Hungama has got an inside scoop on Atlee’s next. If what the grapevine says is true then the director has roped in Varun Dhawan to feature in his next. Revealing details of the same a well-placed industry source tells Bollywood Hungama exclusively, “Atlee and Varun have been in talks for a while about a new project. After much discussion, Varun has finally given the go-ahead for the venture. However, while he has verbally agreed to feature in Atlee’s next, the young actor is yet to sign the dotted line.” Prod the source for details of the film and he continues, “The film in question will be a remake of the Thalapathy Vijay starrer Theri. The said venture will be bankrolled by both Murad Khetani and Atlee, with the latter looking to commence work on the project either in June or September this year.” While we obviously can’t wait till Jawan releases, hearing that Atlee is already considering his next has definitely piqued our interest even further. As for the subject of the film in question, Theri literally translated means Spark, featured Thalapathy Vijay in the title role with Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Amy Jackson as the leading ladies. Also Read: Varun Dhawan jokes about reuniting with Alia Bhatt on-screen: ‘I’m very busy, I just had a baby’
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Bollywood superstar Ranveer Singh has been roped in as the brand endorser of Nutella for the India market and will promote the brand across digital and offline marketing channels as well as be an active part of their various campaigns. The brand Nutella, which is known as cocoa spread brand of Ferrero, made the announcement in collaboration with the star’s social media pages through an entertaining video, where the actor is seen engaging in a rapid-fire round on ‘what comes to my mind when….’ as he proclaims his love for the brand. In addition, to celebrate the association and the announcement, Nutella in India is also doing an online limited-edition ‘Nutella Jar’ featuring Ranveer Singh on the label as a giveaway to fans of the brand and the star. Interestingly, the jar is packaged in a box which when scanned under a curated Instagram AR lens, triggers the actor in an augmented reality avatar on top of the box and is seen delivering a special message on this collaboration. Speaking on the collaboration, Zoher Kapuswala, Marketing Head, Nutella brands, Ferrero India Pvt Ltd. said, “We are delighted to have Ranveer Singh onboard as our brand endorser for India market. His personality exemplifies energy which is in absolute sync with the brand’s ethos. This, combined with his famous love for Nutella makes this announcement even more exciting for us. Leveraging the actors strong connect with our consumers, we have a lot of exciting engagements lined up with Nutella.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nutella (@nutellaindia) Ranveer Singh commented, “I am excited to announce my association with Nutella. Nutella has always held a special place in my heart. I’ve been a fan ever since I was a child and my love for it has only grown over the years. I am stoked to be part of the Nutella journey in India and help bring alive their vision of making tasty breakfast and desserts.” Ranveer Singh will be seen in an exciting campaign for ‘World Nutella Day’ celebrated on February 5 for the India market. The campaign will be launched on the brand’s social pages of Instagram and Facebook as well as YouTube channel. Fans can participate, post videos, and celebrate the day with Ranveer Singh and Nutella and also, get a chance to win some exclusive gifts. Also Read: Ranveer Singh looks regal in heavily embellished jacket and sherwani by Rohit Gandhi Rahul Khanna
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Despite just having a few films to her credit, Janhvi Kapoor has already established herself in the massive and glamorous Bollywood film business. Janhvi only has a few films to her name, yet despite this, she is always in the media limelight and has a sizable online following. Being highly active on social media, Janhvi Kapoor never misses an opportunity to blow up the internet with her pictures and videos. The Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl actress frequently posts beautiful photos of herself on social media on the set, during workouts, at parties, etc. that are popular with her followers. Additionally, Janhvi always makes sure to show her loved ones her affection. That's not everything. The Dhadak actress is renowned for showing off her fun side in her really cool videos. Janhvi Kapoor is a fitness enthusiast and a fashionista who can pull off any look. The actress consistently dazzles her 21 million-strong Instagram family. Janhvi recently made the decision to surprise her fans with a video of her dancing happily like a chicken while wearing a stunning feathered outfit. The video appears to be from a shoot's set. Janhvi can be spotted sporting a pink minidress with rhinestone straps and faux feather detailing. The dress' sparkly details were the crucial component that raised the glam factor. She chose to wear pink makeup and textured hair, and the only other accessories she required were diamond earrings and glossy lipstick. Meanwhile, on the work front, Janhvi is currently busy prepping for Mr and Mrs Mahi. She will be seen with Rajkummar Rao. She also has Bawaal with Varun Dhawan. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film is slated to hit theatres in April this year. Also Read: Janhvi Kapoor is the jalpari of our dreams in white-gold saree for this water photoshoot
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For years, Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor has appreciated the South industries and has hoped to work in one of the languages. The actress is a big fan of many actors and directors and has often shown her love for some of the movies that have been released over the years. In recent times, rumours were rife that she signed a Tamil movie starring alongside Karthi. However, Boney Kapoor has clarified that she hasn’t signed any Tamil films yet. "Dear Media Friends, This is to bring to your notice that Janhvi Kapoor has not committed to any Tamil Films at the moment, requesting not to spread false rumors.", wrote Boney Kapoor. Reports stated that the actress had been approached to play the female lead in Paiyaa 2. Dear Media Friends, This is to bring to your notice that Janhvi Kapoor has not committed to any Tamil Films at the moment, requesting not to spread false rumors. — Boney Kapoor (@BoneyKapoor) February 3, 2023 Paiyaa originally stars Karthi and Tamanaah Bhatia. It was recently reported that actors Arya and Janhvi Kapoor were approached for the lead roles in the sequel and helmed by director Lingusamy. Meanwhile, Janhvi Kapoor was last seen in Mili, a Hindi remake of the Malayalam movie Helen. The actress will next star in Mr. and Mrs. Mahi with Rajkummar Rao and Bawaal with Varun Dhawan. ALSO READ: SCOOP: Janhvi Kapoor and Ranveer Singh to share screen space together in Tezaab remake
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Summertime beach days are typically a wise choice. They satisfy our wanderlust while also enabling us to go back in time when necessary. Whether you're in front of a computer working or travelling to work, nothing sounds better than a brief vacation. Tara Sutaria is the most recent celeb to travel to this idyllic tropical beach destination. It is not surprising that she is continuing to maintain her sense of fashion while on a nice beach holiday. Tara Sutaria surely adds heat in her most recent post from her beach trip to an undisclosed place. With beautiful sand beaches and a spectacularly blue sky as a backdrop, what more could you ask for? Fashion and Tara Sutaria are a match made in heaven. Her style is always on point, no matter the circumstance. And when you're at a beach, everything gets much more exciting. Sincerely, we believe Tara is the only one who can make a beach vacation appear so elegant and stylish. The star recently uploaded some photos of herself soaking up the sun on Instagram. Tara Sutaria wore an all-white outfit that included an off-white shrug and a sleeveless white shirt. We like her all-white outfit, which, when paired with the tropical scenery, made her appear like the epitome of a beach babe. Tara chose golden stacked bangles and hoops for her accessories. shiny lip colour, softly kohled eyes, and glistening eyelids. Tara had her hair pulled back tightly into a bun and added a bright red flower to match the vibe. Meanwhile, on the work front, Tara will be next seen in film Apurva. Apurva is an edge-of-the-seat thriller and will see Tara Sutaria in a never seen avatar, based on a story that will keep audiences hooked right to the very end. Earlier in July, Tara announced the film on her Instagram with a special post that she captioned, "Fearless has a new face, and her name is #APURVA! View this post on Instagram A post shared by TARA???? (@tarasutaria) Also Read: Tara Sutaria gives us beachwear goals as she spends a sunny at a beach while wearing a stylish monochrome monokini
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Since her debut in MS Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016) seven years ago, Disha Patani's name has grown to be associated with both fitness and fashion. She enjoys sharing highlights from her most recent workouts with the 56 million people who follow her on Instagram, but she also enjoys dressing up. Disha Patani, an actor-turned-model, is known for wearing bold, body-hugging statements. When it comes to dressing up for special occasions, the fitness fanatic and fashion connoisseur doesn't miss a chance to fancy up. The Ek Villian Returns actor tends to wear lehengas most of the time. If you have a looming wedding invitation, use the opportunity to go all out, choose an embellished attire, and dazzle all night long. Take note of Disha Patani's flawless wedding attire. Disha Patani is the best in the business in so many different fields. Style is undoubtedly one of them. But one would still assume that her strong suit was her summer wardrobe of co-ord sets and bikinis. It turns out that it isn't at all merely that. She still does miracles when it comes to appearing stunning in ethnic attire, as seen by her most recent post. She looks stunning in her white Anarkali dress by Shantanu and Nikhil. Her ivory georgette anarkali dress has a square neckline, thin straps, and a tone-on-tone embroidered bodice. Her floor-length, solid-white skirt has a free-flowing design and is in this colour. A basic ivory-coloured drape is affixed to the lehenga's bodice. Disha chose a basic hairstyle with big waves. The Loafer actress donned ornate jhumkas, letting her clothing do the talking. For her beauty look, she went with a dewy base, glossy pink lips, winged eyeliner, and beach waves. Whether you're a bridesmaid or a bride, invest in an easy-to-style Anarkali gown like Disha Patani's. Meanwhile, on the work front, Disha will star in the forthcoming film, Yodha, co-starring Sidharth Malhotra. She will also join Nag Ashwin's film Project K starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone and Amitabh Bachchan. SUMMARY OF LOOK DETAILS: ACTRESS: Disha Patani OUTFIT: Shantanu & Nikhi STYLIST: Aastha Sharma View this post on Instagram A post shared by disha patani (paatni) ???? (@dishapatani) Also Read: Disha Patani sparkles like a glitter goddess in the glitzy gown by Yousef Al Jasmi worth Rs.2.85 Lakh
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After years of speculations around their relationship and the couple maintaining that they are more than close friends, actors Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani are set to tie the knot in February 2023. The Shershaah pair is reportedly getting married at Suryagarh Palace in Jaisalmer and the prep is on in full swing. Reports reveal that the massive property has suites and havelis which cost up to a whopping Rs. 1, 10,500 per night. The rates of the least expensive room start out at Rs. 20,000 per night. A paparazzo uploaded the update of the wedding on Instagram and Suryagarh’s official Instagram handle commented “see you soon” with a red heart emoji. This confirmed that the wedding is taking place in Jaisalmer. The venue is also described as the ‘gateway to the Thar desert’. The wedding functions will commence on February 4, 2023. In an earlier report of Bollywood Hungama, a source had given us a sneak peek into the nuptials saying, “Unlike the proverbial big fat Bollywood wedding that everyone is expecting, Sidharth and Kiara have opted for a quiet family affair with both sides of their families in attendance.” On Koffee With Karan last year, Kiara had revealed that she and Sidharth met for the first time after the wrap-up party of the 2018 Netflix short film, Lust Stories. She starred in Karan Johar's short film Lust Stories. Recalling the time, she said, "Sid and I know each other from before we were cast in Shershaah." Karan Johar revealed, "Yes, much before", to which Kiara said, "Yes at the wrap party of Lust Stories which we crashed." Karan further added, "We crashed a friend's house and the cast of Lust Stories as we had and Sid also came to the party and that's where you and Sid met for the first time.” In another episode of KWK last year, Karan asked Sidharth about his Shershaah co-star and girlfriend Kiara Advani and whether he has plans to marry her. Sidharth dodged the question and said, “I am manifesting a happier and brighter future.” When asked, “With Kiara?” Sidharth smiled as he answered, “If it was her, it would be great.” On the work front, Kiara Advani was last seen in Govinda Naam Mera. She will next star in Satyaprem Ki Katha alongside Kartik Aaryan and RC15 with South superstar Ram Charan. Meanwhile, Sidharth Malhotra was most recently seen in Mission Majnu. He has the Rohit Shetty cop series Indian Police Force as well as Yodha with Raashii Khanna and Disha Patani slated for release. ALSO READ: Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani lock their wedding date and venue; report
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With Rs. 667 crores collections globally, Pathaan is soaring high beating box office records for a Hindi film. Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and John Abraham, the film is only its 9th running day in theatres and has smashed the collections. As Siddharth Anand is rejoicing in the success of his second blockbuster, the director is also answering questions on varied topics. The film is also called a 'pale imitation of Hollywood'. Speaking to Gulf News, Siddharth Anand reasoned, "That’s inevitable when you make a film that’s beyond the conventions of Bollywood films. You’re instantly compared to Hollywood, which obviously has better infrastructure, better technology, and huger budgets. It will always seem like we’re trying to imitate that, but our limitations are much more. We also have ambitions, our directors have the ability to mount films, but we’re limited by reach because our films are made in one language, which is Hindi. Our revenues are directly proportional to the budgets we can afford.” "I have to admit, I haven’t watched more than two MCU films. I’m not a fan of that genre. I’ve seen a couple of them. My son is a huge fan, and he’s an encyclopedia. He briefs me and keeps me up to date. I have to run my scripts and my sequences past him, and he’ll say, ‘No, dad, this is in that film. No, you can’t do this, this has already been done.’ I’m like, ‘What the hell do I do?’ So, I take ideas from him on how to manoeuvre things around. I think I should get on the bandwagon and start watching those films, so that there’s no overlap," the director admitted on not watching even Marvel movies. Meanwhile, on the work front, Siddharth Anand will next helm Fighter starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone. It will mark in his second project with the stars after War and Pathaan, respectively. The film is set for Republic Day 2024 release. ALSO READ: Pathaan: Siddharth Anand says Shah Rukh Khan has been ‘soft target’ in recent years; breaks silence on boycott calls: ‘Audiences came out in large numbers and supported it’
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Vicky Kaushal discussed life after marriage and why he believes he is not a "perfect husband" to Katrina Kaif in a new interview. Speaking about Katrina, he claimed he 'loves' his wife, and added that a person in love is always the best version of themselves. Vicky also stated that he tries to be the greatest spouse he can be. When questioned about his ideal man image, Vicky told Lifestyle Asia India, “I’m not perfect in any way. Not as a husband, a son, a friend or an actor. I think that’s the ongoing quest and the process of reaching that is, I think, where I’ve always wanted to be. Being perfect is like a mirage, you know? You always feel you’re reaching there but you’re never quite there. So, I don’t think I’m a perfect husband. I don’t think I’m perfect in any way, but I try to be the best version of a husband I can be at any given moment. Of course, tomorrow I will be better than I was yesterday but I always try to do the best that I can.” He highlighted his marriage with Katrina, and said, "You learn a lot when you start living with a person and when you have a companion. I think in the past year, I’ve learned so much more than the years I was single because it’s just beautiful how you start understanding another person’s perspective and that makes you truly grow as a person.” Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal tied knot in December last year after dating for 2 years. It was a grand wedding in Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan. It was a private wedding in the presence of family members with limited friends from the film industry. On the work front, Vicky Kaushal was last seen in Govinda Naam Mera alongside Bhumi Pednekar and Kiara Advani. On the other hand, Katrina’s last film was Phone Bhoot, which was a theatrical release. Both these actors have a bunch of projects in the pipeline. Katrina will be next seen in Tiger 3 and Vijay Sethupathi starrer Merry Christmas. Whereas Vicky has Meghna Gulzar's Sam Bahadur. Also Read: Vicky Kaushal recalls his parents’ REACTION when he proclaimed his love for Katrina Kaif
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Readers would be aware that Nawazuddin Siddiqui and his wife Aaliya Siddiqui are caught in a legal battle recently wherein the latter claimed that the actor has been torturing her, in cahoots with his family. In a recent statement released by her lawyer Rizwan Siddiqui, they also opened up about how the Siddiqui family filed a trespass complaint against her for entering their own house and how they even ensured that she doesn’t get any food, bed, or bathroom for survival. In a statement released by Advocate Rizwan Siddiquee, it said, "Mr. Nawazuddin Siddiqui and his family members did everything possible to remove my client Mrs. Aaliya Siddiqui from the house. They filed an untenable criminal complaint of trespass against her. Thereafter, through the police they threatened to arrest her and were calling her each day to the Police Station, after sunset.” Further it spoke about the way the police treated her continuing, “Whilst, I do not want to directly attribute the actions and the failures of the police department to them, yet the fact remains that no police officer ever came to protect my clients rights, even when her modesty was insulted before the police officers. Not only her relationship with Mr. Nawazuddin Siddiqui was questioned before the Police Officer, but even the legitimacy of the minor son was questioned. Yet the police officer did not act on the written complaint given by my client under Section 509 of IPC.” The lawyer also posted a video of him giving this statement on social media. No police officer came forward to protect my clients' rights. Instead, security guards of @Nawazuddin_S had the audacity to try to restrain my client from signing Court papers for Domestic Violence & for quashing of FIR This "jungle raj" will stop. I HAVE FULL FAITH IN COURTS https://t.co/SvAb8SanT0 pic.twitter.com/VUpngdNzkG — Advocate Rizwan Siddiquee (@RizwanSiddiquee) January 29, 2023 “Mr. Nawazuddin Siddiqui and his family members have, in the last seven days ensured that no food, no bed, and no bathroom to take bath is given to my client. They have even posted innumerable male bodyguards all around my client and further installed CCTV cameras in the hall, where my client is currently staying with her minor children,” added the statement. It concluded stating, “To add to all of this, they even ensured that I do not obtain any signatures of my client to file appropriate court cases against Mr. Nawazuddin Siddiqui and his family members. Despite being stopped and threatened at multiple levels and no police officer coming to the aid of my client, me and my team managed to obtain signatures of my client for the Court cases. Accordingly, multiple cases are being filed in the Courts now.” Also Read: Nawazuddin Siddiqui, his brothers Minazuddin, Fayazuddin, Ayazuddin and mother Mehrunissa given clean chit by court in molestation case
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Aditya Rawal, son of the veteran actor Paresh Rawal, is playing the role of the terrorist Nibras in Hansal Mehta’s Faraaz. The film is a hostage drama about a terrorist taking a number of people hostage at an eatery. Aditya agreed that playing a character who belongs to another religion, in the case Islam, can be risky and one should ensure that the research is in place. In a chat with Mid-Day, the young actor said, “There is a risk in depicting a religion that you don’t belong to. So, Hansal sir roped in the film’s associate writer, Ekhlaq Ahmed Khan, for workshops. [He taught us] how to recite suras, understand some facets of the religion, and how the same point can be interpreted in two ways, which is also what the film is about.” Aditya credits Hansal Mehta for his mature handling of such a sensitive subject. “From our first meeting, Hansal sir and I sensed the direction we wanted to take for Nibras,” he said. “A lot of radicalised youngsters are vulnerable, lonely and get [influenced by] the wrong kind of people. They are intelligent, driven boys who could have become world leaders. Instead, they were taken down this dark path.” Faraaz is based on the terror attack that took place in Dhaka’s Holey Artisan Bakery in 2016. The film also stars Shashi Kapoor’s grandson Zahan Kapoor along with Juhi Babbar, Aamir Ali and Pallak Lalwani. The movie is all set to release in theatres on February 3. Also Read: Faraaz Trailer: Shashi Kapoor’s grandson Zahan Kapoor makes a mark in his debut; has a massive faceoff with Paresh Rawal’s son Aditya Rawal
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Siddharth Anand’s movies rework old lyrics with fresh tunes While traditional or old popular compositions are frequently reworked in movies, director Siddharth Anand has shown a predilection to repeat or rework such lyrics rather than tunes. The very popular ‘Besharam Rang’ from Pathaan begins with the lines ‘Hamein To Loot Liya Milke Ishqwalon Ne’ which is a throwback to the 1958 film Al Hilal’s endemically popular qawwali, ‘Hamein To Loot Liya Milke Husnwalon Ne / Kaale Kaale Baalo Ne Gore Gore Gaalon Ne’. The director’s earlier film, War not only had a dance number with the mukhda ‘Jai Jai Shiv Shankar’ (the Aap Ki Kasam evergreen) but also used the much-celebrated ‘Ghunghroo Toot Gaye’ with versions heard at least twice before in films (in Naushad’s Dharam Kanta and Bappi Lahiri’s Param Dharam in the 1980s) as well as from Runa Laila and Pankaj Udhas, all with minor tweaks in lyrics. When Anand Bakshi likened himself to a shopkeeper And lyrics remind us of the peerless Anand Bakshi, who was humble enough to accept that he had a “shop” from which producers could choose “what they wanted”. In 1997, when he replaced Majrooh Sultanpuri in Yugpurush as the latter refused to write what he termed “cheap” lyrics for a situation, he famously said, “As a shopkeeper, I cannot tell a customer, ‘Here, I like this, so buy it and pay me too for it!’ The customer should buy what he likes, and pay me for that!” When help was needed from the Almighty Anand Bakshi’s favourite associate, (Laxmikant-)Pyarelal, was highly amused when he told me this story. “We had got Bakshi-ji to sing two songs, both hits in Mom Ki Gudia (1972). But the film bombed badly and the new hero’s career was over. Bakshi-ji was distraught, and when we offered him the introductory prelude of ‘Aaja Teri Yaad Aayi’ sung by Rafi-saab and Lata-bai in Charas, he became superstitious and requested us to show religious symbols like churches throughout his background vocals segment. Watch the song and you will know what I mean!” Late for duty but note-perfect And this is a story that connects Pyarelal’s partner Laxmikant with O.P. Nayyar, a stickler for punctuality and discipline. When he was a musician, Laxmikant was playing the violin for a Nayyar song and the recording was at Famous Studios. Nayyar would throw out even singers who came late, and musicians were also shown the door and payment refused. For the final take, Laxmikant was late and he surreptitiously entered the recording studio from the back door and took his place. But after the recording, Nayyar summoned him. A helpless Laxmikant admitted that he had been late. Nayyar told him, “I do not pay musicians who come in late. So you will not get that money (Laxmikant would then be paid Rs. 75!). But you played so well just by reading the notations! Good work!” And he took out more than that sum from his pocket and paid the delighted youngster! Vocal, not instrumental music for us Indians! In my only meeting with lyricist-composer Ravindra Jain, the veteran had told me, “In our country, instrumental music never works, except with the elite who go in for classical raags played on instruments, like Ustad Bismillah Khan’s shehnai. We need words to connect with our emotions, and that is why songs do so well.” At an event to commemorate Jain’s Silver Jubilee (25 years) in films, Rajkumar Barjatya (father to whizkid Sooraj R. Barjatya) of Rajshri Productions, with which the composer did as astounding 17 films, openly told the audience that “He is an even better lyricist than a composer.” Kishore for Ranbir, Rafi for Pulkit—what marks a true-blue playback singer! Kishore Kumar’s voice was used with the aid of technology by Vishal-Shekhar for Ranbir Kapoor in the film Bachna Ae Haseeno for the re-created title-song. The song originally featured in the 1977 Hum Kisise Kum Naheen, and viewers noticed a perfect fit though Kishore had also sung for his father Rishi Kapoor (and once even for Raj Kapoor!). The same was true when a part of Mohammed Rafi’s ‘O Meri Mehbooba’ (Dharam-Veer) was sampled in the re-creation for Fukrey Returns and filmed on Pulkit Samrat. True-blue playback singers always fit any generation of actor—another proof being Asha Bhosle singing for Vidya Balan in Begum Jaan, because Vidya was born when Asha was 46 years old! When Javed Akhtar highlighted uniqueness of Hindi cinema Lyricist Javed Akhtar once emphasized during a conversational interview with me that Hindi films only had a total of 8 to 10 principal song situations. “Around these, we lyricists and composers have composed thousands of songs!” he preened with due pride. Now, this fact is indeed remarkable when one thinks of it. And as of now, the score must probably be plus or minus 40,000 songs! Sonu Nigam on pitch-correction software Sonu Nigam is not too pleased with the overuse of pitch-correction software like Auto-Tune. “Such things are meant as a technical help when needed, not as a remedy for off-key voices,” he told me once. “Today, anyone can become a singer with this software. In the morning, such crooners should worship this software like a God.” Adnan Sami on relative values in music Did you know that the harmonium, now omnipresent in Indian music, is actually a foreign instrument that originated in France? Recalled Adnan Sami, who uses it to compose music, “I remember reading about how the harmonium had been banned at one time by All-India Radio because it was considered a foreign instrument since it was derived from the accordion.” The violin was also not accepted initially as an Indian instrument as it came from Italy. But today, both instruments are considered key (pun intended) tools in Indian music. Says Adnan, “I hink that it’s all a matter of Time. What is standard today was experimental when it began and yesterday’s pop star is today’s classical musician!” Shreya Ghoshal reveals a secret about ‘Chikni Chameli’ Shreya Ghoshal too has a problem with singing songs that have double entendre and more. Having sung well-worded and classy seductive beauties like ‘Jadoo Hai Nasha Hai’ and ‘Chalo Tumko Lekar Chale’ for Jism, she has a problem when the lyrics are objectionable. “I made sure certain parts of ‘Chikni Chameli’ (Agneepath) were modified. It’s very simple – we are not like the West – yet! There is a social responsibility that all artistes should have. Indians still have a comfort level in being covered. If that means not going with the times, then so be it! Indians worldwide are being increasingly respected and honoured for their cerebral qualities and that’s the way it should be! I am not insecure, so why should I sing such attention-grabbing lyrics?” Also Read: Pathaan: Siddharth Anand says Shah Rukh Khan ‘never went away’ when asked about his comeback: ‘Some of the films he was doing before were not justifying his stardom’
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Rinke Khanna's daughter, Noamika Saran, recently shared photos from her graduation ceremony. She was beaming as she posed with Dimple Kapadia, her grandmother who smiled proudly as she stood next to her granddaughter. Naomika Saran, the daughter of actor Rinke Khanna, took to Instagram to share photos from her graduation ceremony. She shared a lovely photo with veteran actor-grandmother Dimple Kapadia. Dimple was beaming as she posed with her granddaughter. Naomika also shared photos with her friends during Tuesday's graduation celebrations. Dimple Kapadia wore a white suit and a brown dupatta in the photo. She was also draped in a brown shawl with red embroidery. Naomika was dressed in a red pastel suit with white pyjamas. Naomika also posted a few photos of her friends. They all seemed overjoyed to be graduating. Sharing the strings of pictures, she captioned, “Graduated with my favourite people by my side.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Naomika Saran (@naomika14) Following this the industry poured their love in the comments section. Reacting to the photos, Navya Nanda commented, “Congratulations,” while Twinkle Khanna wrote, “Love you Naomi.” She also wrote, “Stunning women.” Shweta Bachchan’s comment read, “Congratulations, darling girl.” Reacting to the post, a user wrote, “You look Twinkle,” while another fan commented, “Congratulations to you and your proud family. Many god bless you in all your future endeavours.” Twinkle and Rinke are the daughters of late actor Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia. Rinke tied the knot with Sameer Saran in 2003. Naomika was born in 2004 to the couple. Back on the work front, Dimple was last seen in the recent release Pathaan which premiered in theatres on January 25. The film featured Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, and John Abraham. She will be next seen with Dharmendra, Kriti Sanon and Shahid Kapoor in a romantic comedy. Also Read: Dharmendra – Dimple Kapadia to reunite after 31 years for Shahid Kapoor – Kriti Sanon starrer robot-themed romantic comedy
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Sonu Sood's Sood Charity Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting education and skill development, has announced the launch of the "Mera Bharat, Surakshit Bharat Initiative" in association with EC-Council, the world’s largest cybersecurity certification body. India is currently facing a high number of cyber-attacks, with 18 million attacks daily in the first quarter of 2022. The program provides an opportunity for individuals to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to defend against cyber threats and secure a fulfilling career in the cybersecurity industry. The scholarship offers full funding for EC-Council's Certified Cybersecurity Technician program, a globally recognized certification that can help individuals build skills in ethical hacking, network defense, digital forensics, and security operations that are required for in-demand job roles in cybersecurity. The program is created by the team behind the renowned Certified Ethical Hacker Program and is sure to impress recruiters and open doors to a successful cybersecurity career for many. "Our country is facing a significant resource crisis in cybersecurity, and I am proud to be a part of the solution through the 'Mera Bharat, Surakshit Bharat Initiative' scholarship program with EC-Council. By helping students and entry-level professionals gain the necessary skills and knowledge to defend against cyber threats, Sood Charity Foundation aims to build a stronger and more secure India. I urge all those passionate about cybersecurity to apply for the scholarship and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in this industry." - Sonu Sood, Actor and Philanthropist. The scholarship program is open to applicants who are committed to pursuing a career in cybersecurity and have the desire to contribute to keeping their country safe. Deserving applicants will be selected based on their career goals and potential for success in the field. "We are excited to partner with Sood Charity Foundation to support the education and skill development of future cybersecurity professionals. Cybersecurity is a critical need for organizations around the world, and we believe that investing in the education and training of cybersecurity professionals is essential to keeping India safe. This scholarship initiative will provide an opportunity for deserving candidates to gain the skills and knowledge they need to make a real impact in the cybersecurity community," said Jay Bavisi, CEO of EC-Council. The application period for the scholarship is now open and interested applicants can apply. ALSO READ: Sonu Sood fans set a world record by making 87,000 sq.ft portrait of the actor on the eve of Republic Day
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Last year turned out to be tremendous for Alia Bhatt, not just professionally but also at a personal level. After giving quality performances in a number of films, she also got married to fellow actor Ranbir Kapoor and gave birth to their daughter Raha later in the year. During the launch of this year’s Zee Cine Awards, Alia opened up about her priorities in life, now that she is a mother. When asked about her life currently, the actress said, “I am a take-each-day kind of a person. I will take it one day at a time and will definitely give it my best. But definitely, priorities have changed. My number one priority in my life is my daughter, who I love deeply. My next love, or next to next or actually my first love is movies and cinema and working. I will try my best and maybe it will be quality over quantity, jo buri baat nahin hai (which is not a bad thing).” Last year, Alia struck gold with Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Gangubai Kathiawadi, Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva and her cameo in SS Rajamouli’s global hit RRR. The actress revealed in the same conversation that during this year’s Zee Cine Awards, she would be performing on songs from these three films – ‘Dholida,’ ‘Kesariya’ and ‘Nacho Nacho’ respectively. “It’s been one of my most special years and these songs are the biggest hits of my career. I cannot reveal much but it will be an act that I have not done before,” added Alia. Along with acting in the aforementioned films, Alia also debuted as a producer with the Netflix movie Darlings las year. She co-produced the film along with Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment. The film and Alia’s performance received appreciation. The film also starred Vijay Varma, Shefali Shah, Roshan Mathew, Rajesh Sharma and Santosh Juvekar in important roles. Also Read: Pathaan: Alia Bhatt on Shah Rukh Khan-starrer breaking box office records: ‘These are moments when you are just grateful’
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Riding high on the success of Pathaan, filmmaker Siddharth Anand has now given two back-to-back blockbusters. After War and Pathaan, he has become the undisputed number-one director of his genre in India. Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone & John Abraham, the film has already collected Rs. 591 crores gross worldwide! But, the film did face its fair share of controversies especially when boycott calls were made after ‘Besharam Rang’ was released. Several outfits had raised objections to Deepika Padukone wearing a saffron bikini. Speaking to Deadline, when asked if he was worried about the negativity around Pathaan ahead of its release, he said, “All I know is they tried to boycott Pathaan and audiences came out in large numbers and supported it. I think if you’re going to boycott something or raise your voice against it, there has to be some merit in that. It has to be substantiated with some facts and some reality. What they were trying to do with Pathaan was just ridiculous and the audience has given its verdict. There’s also been a huge amount of support for Shah Rukh who has been a soft target in recent years. That’s why the film has done such big numbers. There’s been such an outpouring of love – they came in wanting to like the film and not to judge it.” Talking about the recent surge of South movies doing really well in the North market and how Pathaan has broken several records, he added, “We’ve captured all four quadrants, families are going in large numbers, men, women, youth audience, across both multiplexes and single screens. It’s also firing in all territories. Earlier it was a little slow in Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh because people were afraid of protests. That was on the first day. But by evening, the numbers started increasing. The South is also coming in with big numbers, not just the Tamil and Telugu dubbed versions, but they’re also coming for the original Hindi version because they want to hear Shah Rukh speaking in his original voice.” On the work front, Siddharth Anand is next directing Fighter headlined by Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone. The film is set for Republic Day 2024 release. ALSO READ: Siddharth Anand proved to be 'pandemic proof'; delivers all-time blockbuster Pathaan
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The incredibly gifted Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt is presently embracing a new stage in her life as a new mother. Raha, a baby daughter, was born to the popular actress and her husband, actor Ranbir Kapoor, in November 2022. After the birth of their baby girl, the couple is in a blissful state and tries to spend as much time as possible with her. However, Alia Bhatt recently attended an event in Mumbai while on her maternity leave, and she looked amazing. Our go-to source for anything fashion and beauty-related is Alia Bhatt. The actress is now flaunting her new mommy glow and we are loving it. There is no doubt that Alia Bhatt is a force to be reckoned with in the film industry. Bhatt has always had a keen eye for style and how to make an impression with her looks. The starlet is known for her ability to start talks with her outfits, whether she is promoting her movies or getting ready for the red carpet. The popular off-duty look of Alia Bhatt wonderfully encapsulates millennial clothing. This week, Bhatt shared many photos of herself from the event she attended on Instagram along with advice on how to rock millennial fashion perfectly. Alia chose a coordinated ensemble from the Oscar de la Renta racks. Her outfit included a pastel blue ribbed knit cardigan with pink and green printed floral motifs insets at the front. The cardigan's button front and plunged neckline make it distinctive. She wore it with a miniskirt with a comparable pattern. Alia wore transparent heels to off-set her pastel outfit, while gold stacked bangles added a hint of bling. Open hair in textured waves added the final touch. She stayed loyal to her basic nude makeup with a subtle blush on the cheeks and a nude shade on her lips. She captioned her post as, “bloom with grace”. Meanwhile, on the work front, Alia will be next seen in her maiden Hollywood project the Heart of stone opposite Gal Gadot and Jamie Dornan. She also has Karan Johar's romantic drama Rocky aur Rani ki prem kahaani which marks Alia's reunion with her Gully Boy co-star Ranveer Singh. She is expected to kickstart the shooting of Jee Le Zaraa. The upcoming road movie, which is helmed by Farhan Akhtar features Alia Bhatt, Priyanka Chopra, and Katrina Kaif, in the lead roles. SUMMARY OF LOOK DETAILS: ACTRESS: Alia Bhatt OUTFIT: Oscar de la renta STYLIST: Lakshmi Lehr HAIR: Amit Thakur MAKE-UP: Micky Contractor View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alia Bhatt ???? (@aliaabhatt) Also Read: Alia Bhatt reviews Shah Rukh Khan starrer Pathaan: ‘Love always wins”
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Prime Video on Wednesday confirmed that Samantha Ruth Prabhu will be starring alongside Varun Dhawan in the Indian installment of the Citadel universe, the global-event series from Prime Video and the Russo Brothers’ AGBO. The untitled Citadel series based out of India is being helmed by renowned creator duo Raj & DK (Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK), who are the showrunners and directors. The local installment is written by Sita R. Menon, along with Raj & DK. The streaming service also confirmed that the production is currently underway in Mumbai. After this, the unit will head to North India and then onwards to international locales like Serbia and South Africa. As previously announced, Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas will star in the first-to-launch series within the Citadel universe, which comes from the Russo Brothers’ AGBO along with David Weil and is set to premiere in 2023. Alongside Madden and Chopra Jonas, the first-to-launch Citadel series will also feature Stanley Tucci. Additional local-language Citadel productions are also in the works, including an Italian Original series starring Matilda De Angelis. “We are absolutely thrilled to be working with Samantha once again. She made her streaming debut with The Family Man Season Two, on Prime Video, and is one of the most talented artistes in the industry today. We can’t wait for audiences to see her on-screen in a brand new avatar, along with Varun and the incredibly talented ensemble cast we have on board for this series,” said Aparna Purohit, head of India Originals, Prime Video. “The canvas for the Indian installment of Citadel is larger than life but the treatment and texture is retro, rooted, and quirky. The series is being shot extensively across India and international locales. With Raj & DK steering this ship and a terrifically talented cast, we are confident that the series is going to be nothing short of a spectacle.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by prime video IN (@primevideoin) “We are elated to work with Samantha once again after The Family Man. Once we had the script down on paper, she was an obvious choice for this character. We couldn’t be happier to have her on board,” said creator duo Raj & DK. “We are thrilled to have started production on Citadel India. The first leg is being shot in India, before we move onwards to Serbia and South Africa. We have an amazing crew and a tremendously talented cast, which makes the creative process all the more exciting.” “When Prime Video and Raj & DK approached me with this project, I decided to take it up in a heartbeat! After working with this team on The Family Man, it is a homecoming for me,” said Samantha Ruth Prabhu. “The Citadel universe, the interconnected storylines between the productions across the globe, and most importantly, the script of the Indian installment really excited me. I am thrilled to be a part of this brilliant universe conceptualised by the Russo Brothers’ AGBO. I am also looking forward to be working with Varun for the first time, on this project. He is someone who is full of life and cheer when you’re around him.” Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK will also serve as executive producers, under their banner D2R Films. The series is produced by D2R Films and Amazon Studios, with AGBO’s Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Mike Larocca, Angela Russo-Otstot, Scott Nemes, and David Weil (Hunters) overseeing production on the Indian Original and all series within the global Citadel universe. Josh Applebaum, André Nemec, Jeff Pinkner, and Scott Rosenberg serve as executive producers for Midnight Radio, on the untitled Indian Original and all series within the global Citadel universe. ALSO READ: Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor starrer Bawaal postponed due to VFX and technical requirements
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Siddharth Anand, with War and now Pathaan, has become the undisputed number one director of his genre in India. While War with Hrithik Roshan, Tiger Shroff & Vaani Kapoor collected Rs. 477 crore gross worldwide, with Pathaan starring Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone & John Abraham, Siddharth has outdone himself as the film in just 6 days has already collected Rs. 591 crore gross worldwide! Speaking of the massive success of the film, the filmmaker said that the inaccessibility of Shah Rukh Khan created curiosity. Khan made his return to big screen after a gap of four years though he had cameos in Laal Singh Chaddha and Brahmastra last year. Speaking to Variety, Siddharth said, “There was a lot of curiosity to see Shah Rukh Khan back after his hiatus – he took a break from media, from appearances, he just became inaccessible to the world, there suddenly was a thirst that he created for him – today, audiences are used to stars being out there in social media and events and everywhere.” “He created that enigmatic quality, that mystery around him, which a star should have and then did a film that is in a very popular genre. That coupled with the fact that the teaser landed so well, the songs became such huge hits, and to top it all the trailer gave the impact that it should. Everything just fell into place for the film. That’s what created this mass hysteria,” Anand added. Siddharth Anand is himself stumped by the level of success Pathaan has witnessed. “These numbers are surreal. When we hit the first day numbers for ‘War’, we were ecstatic, elated, and we thought it’s so tough to do and won’t happen again. It’s once in a lifetime we get these kind of numbers going, but to have hit it again in my next film, and then hit it for four days and after that on the weekend, it’s a feeling I can’t even describe. It’s unreal, I just feel sometimes I am dreaming,” the director said. Speaking of how boycott calls were made due to saffron swimsuit work by Deepika Padukone in 'Besharam Rang' song, he said, “The film has spoken and the film’s intentions have spoken. And the fact that it had nothing offensive, it’s such a patriotic film that it does inspire you. That’s reached the audience – the audience is too smart to get fooled by fake boycott calls.” Siddharth Anand is the only Hindi film director to have delivered five Rs. 50+ crore nett box office days and also five Rs. 100+ crore worldwide gross box office days with War and Pathaan, with the SRK starrer delivering 4 out of 5! Also Read: Pathaan couple show off their romance as Shah Rukh Khan sings ‘Aankhon Mein Teri’ for Deepika Padukone
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Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone got teary-eyed and emotional at the press conference of Pathaan. It’s been seven days since the film released in theatres and it continues to receive a massive response from the audience. The film has already crossed the Rs. 300 crore mark shattering several records. Released on January 25, 2023, worldwide, the film is led by Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika and John Abraham and helmed by Siddharth Anand. Seeing the kind of response the film is receiving not simply in theatres but also on social media, the actress was quite emotional about it. Speaking to the media on Monday, the 37-year-old actress said that it was surreal to witness the response at Gaiety Galaxy. “It felt amazing. We had been doing indoor screening for days but finally, I got a chance to get out. I wanted to go on the day of the film’s release but that could not happen. To experience this kind of love, especially when what the world has been through, the fact that a movie like this can bring people together, that it can bring so much joy and celebration that it almost feels like a festival,” she said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Hungama???? (@realbollywoodhungama) She added, “When you work honestly and with integrity when you put your head down and just keep going. Then when you see this love and appreciation and get rewarded like this, then it all seems worth it.” Talking about her relationship with SRK after working in Om Shanti Om, Chennai Express and Happy New Year, she said, “I wouldn't be here today if it wasn't for Shah Rukh and his vision for me. He has given me confidence and even he doesn't know that,” she said. Even Pathaan was mired in controversy with the film getting threats for Deepika Padukone wearing a saffron swimsuit in ‘Besharam Rang’ song. There were calls made for boycott, posters were being burnt, theatres were being threatened and more. The film is currently running in theatres in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. It is the fourth instalment in the YRF Spy Universe after Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai and War. The film marked the cameo of Salman Khan as Tiger and the mention of Hrithik Roshan’s character Kabir. On the other hand, Deepika Padukone will next star in Siddharth Anand's Fighter with Hrithik Roshan, and Nag Ashwin's next with Prabhas. ALSO READ: Race 2, Padmaavat, Pathaan: All three films of Deepika Padukone, which were released on January 25, were HUGE hits; Republic Day is for Deepika what Eid is for Salman Khan
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The powerhouse producer duo Rhea Kapoor & Ektaa Kapoor took the Internet by storm by pulling the ultimate casting coup for their upcoming madcap comedy, The Crew! Starring the celebrated trio of Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Kriti Sanon, this comedy of errors and mishaps set in the struggling airline industry is one of the most awaited films of this year. But the excitement doesn't stop there - the makers have just announced the addition of none other than the dynamic actor and singer Diljit Dosanjh to the exciting cast! After becoming a global sensation with his blockbuster music, Diljit has left a massively indelible mark with his celebrated acting performances in both Punjabi cinema and Bollywood. And now, he's joining forces with this sassy trio to take us on a rollercoaster ride of laughter with The Crew. Producer Rhea Kapoor, AKFCN Production, gushed about the new addition, "We are thrilled to have Diljit join the cast considering his discerning eye for quality projects. The Crew has always had a special destiny; it's unlike any entertainer you have seen before. The cast and I are excited to provide audiences with an exciting and memorable cinema experience," she said. The story follows three women who work and hustle to move on with life. But as they try to make their way forward, their destinies lead them to some unexpected and unwarranted situations, leading them to get caught in a web of lies. Directed by Rajesh Krishnan and co-produced by Balaji Motion Pictures Limited & Anil Kapoor Productions, The Crew is set to go on floors from the end of March 2023. Mark your calendars and brace yourself for one of the most highly anticipated comedies of the year! Also Read: Diljit Dosanjh rejected a big film from his favourite director: ‘I don’t do something just for the sake of money’
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Deepika Padukone is one of the biggest actresses today in Bollywood. She has had an enviable fan following since her first Hindi film Om Shanti Om (2007) and with each passing film, her popularity has increased. The way she delivered 4 back-to-back hits in 2013 was a huge feat. She also features in the recently released film Pathaan in which her presence contributed a lot, especially in enhancing the hype. Pathaan has emerged as a historic hit and it was released on January 25. Interestingly, this is the third hit film of Deepika which was released on the said day. 10 years ago, Race 2 (2013), co-starring her Pathaan co-star John Abraham along with Saif Ali Khan, Anil Kapoor and Ameesha Patel, arrived in cinemas on January 25. Though it got mixed word of mouth, it was the first hit of the year as it managed to collect Rs. 100.45 crores. In 2018, Deepika Padukone fronted Padmaavat and was released in cinemas amid a lot of drama and controversy. The Sanjay Leela Bhansali directorial, which also starred Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor, was accused of hurting religious sentiments before release. The matter became so serious that it was banned in four major states. Yet, it put up incredible numbers in states where it was allowed to release. It ended its glorious run with collections amounting to Rs. 302.15 crores! And now Pathaan is also on its way to creating history. In its five-day extended weekend, it has set new records, shocking and surprising the trade and industry. The film has collected nearly Rs. 280 crores in five days and is certain to cross the Rs. 400 crore mark and even the Rs. 500 crore mark, thus crossing the lifetime earnings of the biggest Hindi hit ever, Baahubali 2 – The Conclusion (2017), which stands at Rs. 510.99 crores. That’s not all. The next release of Deepika Padukone, Fighter, is also releasing on January 25! It’ll be out in 2024 for which she reunites with Pathaan director, Siddharth Anand. Hrithik Roshan is paired opposite her and this pairing itself has generated immense hype for the film as it was a jodi waiting to happen for a long time. The film is India’s first aerial action thriller and also co-stars Anil Kapoor. With so many factors going in its favour and that it’s releasing on Deepika’s lucky day, one can’t help but expect Fighter to break all records as well. An industry insider remarked, “Just like Eid has been reserved for Salman Khan, similarly, January 25 should be reserved exclusively for Deepika Padukone!” Also Read: Watched Pathaan? Recreate 5 looks of Deepika Padukone from ‘Jhoome Jo Pathaan’ to amp up hotness quotient
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Putting on a few fancy outfits is not enough to dress like a superstar. You present your brand through your clothing. You get dressed for the upcoming film. For your fans, you dress. Therefore, the maintenance of your sense of style justifies the desire to explore and the assistance of an even better stylist. Here comes Mrunal Thakur. In the world of high fashion, the actress from Sita Ramam has undoubtedly become a favourite. With each of her outfit selections, Mrunal Thakur, a genuine fashionista, gives us huge fashion advice. Mrunal's flawless fashion sense is unrivalled, whether it be in her cultural attire for the Diwali celebrations, her street-style attire for movie promotions, or her ultra-chic party wardrobe. With her stylish attire, Mrunal Thakur just understands how to turn eyeballs in her direction. The actress has the ability to steal the spotlight at any event, whether it be a movie promotion or another event. This time, she rekindled our love for her by posting a series of images on her social media account wearing a lovely one-shoulder gown. Mrunal selected a dress by Saiid Kobeisy with an envelope skirt, one shoulder, and little bouquets of organza in varying tones of pink peacock and grey that flowed randomly down the top and tiers of the skirt. She accessorised subtly, using a few statement rings, earcuffs, and a bow-shaped clutch to complete her appearance. She wore her hair in a bun and had kohl-rimmed eyes, contoured cheekbones, and glossy lips. Meanwhile, on the work front, Mrunal was last seen in Sita Ramam, which marked her Telugu debut alongside Dulquar Salmaan. Mrunal will be next seen in Pippa with Ishaan Khattar, Gumnaam opposite Aditya Roy Kapoor and she also has Pooja Meri Jaan in her kitty followed by Lust Stories 2 and Nani 30. SUMMARY OF LOOK DETAILS: ACTRESS: Mrunal Thakur OUTFIT: Saiid Kobeisy STYLIST: Aastha Sharma JEWELLERY: Her story jewels BAG: Judith Leiber India HAIR: Rajab Ali MAKE-UP: Sadhna Singh View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mrunal Thakur (@mrunalthakur) Also Read: Mrunal Thakur sets the mid-week mood right in pretty Kate Spade floral dress worth Rs.26K
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It’s been seven days since Pathaan released in theatres and continues to shatter box office records. The team of the film is processing the massive success of the film which released on January 25, 2023 worldwide. Led by Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and John Abraham, the movie also stars Ashutosh Rana and Dimple Kapadia. Helmed by Siddharth Anand, the film has crossed the mark of Rs. 300 crores at the box office in India. Salman Khan makes a cameo in the film and his scenes with Pathaan led to whistles, screams, clapping, hooting etc. The Karan Arjun of Indian cinema has often made cameos in each other’s films and their bond is always loved. Expressing his gratitude to Salman Khan who made the theatres erupted in cheers with his cameo as Tiger, Shah Rukh Khan said at the press conference on Monday, “One person who is not here, I think all of us love him more than anyone can, Bhai is not here, thank you, Salman, for making this film so wonderful. I think the second best line in the film is ‘painkiller hai, chewing gum nahi’. Fantastic lines!” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Hungama???? (@realbollywoodhungama) Fans continued to cheer for Shah Rukh Khan at the venue when he responded saying, “Sab karenge, aaram se sab karenge. Sabr se kaam lo. Abhi toh wapas aaya hu, abhi kahin nahi jaa raha (We will do everything, calmly. Be patient. I have literally come back now, I am not going anywhere).” On hearing this, the fans began to chant his name. The film is currently running in theatres in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. It is the fourth installment in the YRF Spy Universe after Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai and War. The film marked the cameo of Salman Khan as Tiger and the mention of Hrithik Roshan’s character Kabir. Salman Khan will resume the role of Tiger in Tiger 3 which is set for Diwali 2023 release. On the other hand, Shah Rukh Khan will now resume the shoot for Atlee Kumar's Jawan on February 1, 2023. The film is scheduled for June 2023 release. He also has Rajkumar Hirani’s Dunki set for December release. ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan calls Pathaan a ‘big experience’, hints at the sequel days after the film’s release: ‘It will be my honour’
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Shah Rukh Khan is special, and that is a truth, not just an opinion, look no further than Pathaan. In a way that only a legend like Shah Rukh Khan can achieve, Pathaan has swept not only India but the entire world like a cinematic cyclone. Pathaan, a Bollywood film that is quickly rising to the top of the list of the most profitable films in Indian cinema history, has already surpassed the 400 crore rupee mark and shows no signs of slowing down. Shah Rukh Khan, in contrast to King Khan, is synonymous with alluring appearances and romanticism. Badshah of Bollywood unquestionably leads the fashion game by establishing undoubtedly stylish fashion trends that are the ideal direction for working men and college boys to plan their fashion calendars. Even his team holds this opinion. We cannot take our eyes off of Shah Rukh Khan in the photo that his manager Pooja Dadlani shared in praise of him. Aside from winning the hearts of several women till date, SRK's wonderful style has remained a constant throughout his magnificent career of 29 blissful years. Shah Rukh Khan's oh-so-svelte style created a lasting impression on us and won over many hearts. Shah Rukh Khan, who never fails to impress, wore a black suit to work today in preparation for hosting an Instagram live for his followers. Shah Rukh chose a notch-collared, double-breasted black jacket. He wore it with black pants and placed it over a black t-shirt. His hair was pushed back, and don't forget about the bracelets he was wearing. Every man has one well-fitted suit in his closet that represents him. The well-received collection from Shah Rukh Khan clearly doesn't require an introduction. Meanwhile, on the work front, Shah Rukh Khan is returned to the screens after four long years with Siddharth Anand’s Pathaan. Also starring Deepika Padukone, John Abraham, Dimple Kapadia and Ashutosh Rana, the film is a part of YRF’s spy universe. Salman Khan has an extended cameo in the film and the fans can’t have enough of the two of them on screen. Shah Rukh will be next seen in Jawaan opposite Nayanthara and He also has Dunki in pipeline with Taapsee Panuu. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pooja Dadlani Gurnani (@poojadadlani02) Also Read: Pathaan: Fans can’t keep calm after watching Shah Rukh Khan’s response to Deepika Padukone’s ‘Salaam Walaikum’
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Bhumi Pednekar is known for portraying powerful female roles from her very first movie, and she looks stunning in any type of attire. The celebrity has carved out a niche for herself in the fashion industry, wearing both ethnic and western clothing. Although fans have seen the 30-year-old actress on-screen in less-than-glamorous roles, she has frequently shown herself to be a fantastic fashion icon off-screen. She managed to woo the fashion police with her stylish outfits whether she was on the red carpet or the ramp. Bhumi Pednekar stands apart from other people in terms of her persona. Her acting prowess and superb sense of style have persuaded us. With her most recent appearance, the actress has since swept the Internet. She graced an awards ceremony in a gorgeous Gretelz Milano emerald cut-out gown. The actor Bhumi Pednekar recently went to an award ceremony in Mumbai, where she stunned both celebrities and fans with her sultry appearance. The actress's jaw-dropping outfit is going viral after she posted a series of images of herself on Instagram wearing a green cut-out gown with a floor-length train. In a beautiful emerald hue, Bhumi Pednekar's backless satin gown has a cut-out pattern, a halter neck, and a full-length wraparound skirt with a floor-sweeping train. Her frame is wonderfully hugged by the outfit, which also draws attention to her curves and toned abs. She complemented her outfit of the day with high-heeled heels, gold hoop earrings, and several silver rings on her hands. She parted her hair in the centre and pulled it up in a sloppy bun. She kept her makeup simple and went for a neutral eye colour, a neutral lip colour, flushed cheeks, darkened brows, dazzling highlighter, winged eyeliner, kohled eyes, and lashes that were ornamented with mascara. Meanwhile, on work front, Bhumi will be sharing screen space with Arjun Kapoor in Ajay Bahl’s romantic thriller The LadyKiller. Bhumi will star in social drama, Bheed with Rajkummar Rao. This will be the second time the actors will be seen sharing screen space with each other after Badhaai Do. She also has Bhakshak, Afwah and Mere Husband Ki Biwi with Rakul preet and Arjun Kapoor in pipeline. SUMMARY OF LOOK DETAILS: ACTRESS: Bhumi Pednekar OUTFIT: Gretelz Milano STYLIST: Mohit Rai HAIR: Seema MAKE-UP: Sonic Sarwate View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bhumi ???? (@bhumipednekar) Also Read: Bhumi Pednekar is a true fashion queen, as evidenced by her fashionable wardrobe, which continues to win over fans
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Veteran actor Annu Kapoor was admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi on January 26 after he complained chest pain. The artist was kept under treatment for four days. Thankfully, for his fans and well-wishers, his condition improved over the days and he was discharged from the hospital last night, as reported by Indian Express through the Press Trust of India. As per the agency, the news was shared by Dr Ajay Swaroop, Chairman, Board of Management, Sri Ganga Ram Hospital. As per the publication, Kapoor was treated by a team of cardiologists comprising, Dr J P S Sawhney, Dr Rajneesh Jain, Dr Rajiv Passey, Dr BS Vivek and Dr Sushant Wattal. The publication also quoted Dr Rajneesh, co-director of cath lab and head of unit, saying, “Kapoor was discharged today in a stable condition.” Kapoor has been one of the most accomplished actors from Bollywood over the decades. After making his debut in the parallel cinema of the early 1980s, he has gone onto act in over 100 movies, along with television serials. Since recent years, he has also ventured into the latest fad of web shows. His last released work in the web space was the Amazon Prime Video show Crash Course. Kapoor is also currently hosting the musical show Golden Era with Annu Kapoor since several years. Also Read: Annu Kapoor cheated of Rs. 4.36 lakh by an online fraudster pretending to be a bank employee
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Back in March 2022, Netflix announced that Kareena Kapoor Khan, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Vijay Varma were coming together to star in Sujoy Ghosh's untitled film. The film marks the digital debut of Kareena. It is a screen adaptation of one of Keigo Higashino’s most acclaimed novel, “The Devotion of Suspect X”. Now, Kareena has wrapped the project. Speaking to Variety, Kareena Kapoor described the Sujoy Ghosh project as “dramatically different”. “For me, it’s very different because obviously you’re used to seeing me in all the mainstream movies, which has the song, the dance, the gloss, the glamour. Both these films (Sujoy Ghosh & Hansal Mehta’s next projects) are shockingly different,” Kareena said. The film follows the story of a “single mother and her daughter who commit a crime and a neighbor who helps them cover it up amidst a police investigation.” The film is produced by 12th Street Entertainment, Northern Lights Films in association with Boundscript and Kross Pictures and marks Kareena Kapoor Khan’s streaming debut. Sujoy Ghosh will be producing the film along with Jay Shewakramani, Akshai Puri, and Thomas Kim. On another note, the actress has also wrapped the Hansal Mehta directorial, which is reportedly titled The Buckingham Murders. The film marks her debut as a producer along with Ekta Kapoor. “I love ‘Mare of Easttown’ and when Hansal came to me, I said this is something that I’ve really been dying to do. So we’ve molded a little bit on those lines, she plays a detective cop in that,” Kareena told Variety. “It’s the first time that I’ve dabbled in that.” The actress also said that the film is 80 percent shot in English and 20 percent in Hindi. It was extensively filmed in the UK. “I speak fluently in Hindi and I think also in Hindi because that’s been what I’ve been doing all my life,” she added. “When you’re thinking in Hindi, but speaking in English, it was actually a difficult task to do because it was the reverse situation for the first time.” “I never really thought that I would be a producer. But when I heard this subject, and the fact that it’s very different to a regular Hindi movie… it’s a very different, take to things. So I thought that will be really nice and different,” Kapoor Khan said. “And when Ektaa and Hansal told me that, ‘since you love the script so much, why don’t you come on board as a creative producer as well, and take some calls as to what you think also and give your name to it’ – after much thought, I thought that if I love something so much, and this is a character that I wanted to play, I think it’s fun to do it. It’s the first time. I don’t know if I’ll repeatedly do it. But let’s see.” With this film, Kareena Kapoor Khan turns producer. The project will be co-produced by Ekta Kapoor and directed by Hansal Mehta. Ekta and Kareena Kapoor Khan previously teamed up on the comedy, Veeri Di Wedding in 2018. ALSO READ: Kareena Kapoor Khan speaks up on the Boycott Bollywood trend, says, “How will you enjoy your life without movies”
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Celebs and fashion are often synonymous with each other. We have always seen stars all dressed up in beautiful designer outfits. A fashion face-off is when two celebrities support the same or comparable ensembles with their personal style choices. While most of the time we see Bollywood celebrities copying the looks of Hollywood celebrities and supermodels, these days we see many B-town celebrities getting style inspiration from one another and rocking similar outfits, giving us stunning fashion face-off moments and demonstrating that divas who win together, twin together! Sumbul Touqeer's recent appearance in a black and silver dress sparked a fashion battle with Tejasswi Prakash, who had just attended an event wearing a similar dress. SUMBUL TOUQEER KHAN Sumbul Touqeer, a well-known actress, has won the audience's love and earned a place in the hearts of the people with her acting skills. She has a huge fan base that support her fervently and like her genuine assurance and honest demeanour. Sumbul has accomplished a number of significant milestones at a young age and is now one of the top actresses in the entertainment industry. The actress is now residing in the Bigg Boss 16 house and is quickly establishing herself as a formidable competitor. The past few weeks have seen the emergence of a new Sumbul, one who exudes confidence and stands up for the right reasons. In addition, we are seeing Sumbul's distinctive fashion choices. Recently, for the Big Boss weekend ka war episode, Sumbul recently chose a black and silver coordinated ensemble from the shelves of the brand Wabi Sabi for the weekend ka war episode of Big Boss. Her coordinated outfit consists of a square-necked crop top in black and silver with wide straps. She wore it with a matching pencil skirt in black and silver that had a slit up to her thigh. The actress chose minimum glam makeup with well-defined kohl-rimmed eyes, shimmery eyelids, plenty of mascara, and a brown lip colour as well as a pair of striking silver dangler earrings to accessorise the look. She styled her mane sleekly and kept it free, which gave her an even more elegant appearance. Her appearance was complemented with black heels. TEJASSWI PRAKASH Tejasswi Prakash has gained popularity among young people thanks to her sense of style and bold clothing experimentation. The actor never hesitates to try something new, whether it is her festive attire or western number. Her red-carpet attire is similarly fashionable, and she always astounds her admirers. A few days before, Tejasswi was wearing a similar attire that we had seen on Sumbul. Tejasswi completed her outfit with silver heels and hoops. Her hair was styled in an open, puffy way. Tejasswi's dewy makeup, which featured sparkly eyelashes, a coral lip colour, and beautifully sculpted cheekbones, complemented her clothing well. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tejasswi Prakash (@tejasswiprakash) Also Read: Bigg Boss 16: Sajid Khan-Sumbul Touqeer’s prank on Abdu Rozik goes wrong; Tajikistan singer’s agency issue statement
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Bringing together heart-warming stories of contemporary couples, Producer Bhushan Kumar and the ace director Anurag Basu finally announced the release date of their most awaited production venture, Metro… इन दिनों. With an ensemble cast of Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkona Sensharma, Ali Fazal, and Fatima Sana Shaikh, this anthology will hit theatres on December 8, 2023! Produced by T-Series and Anurag Basu Productions, Metro... इन दिनों depicts stories of bittersweet relationships with a modern-day scenario. The film will soon hit the floors! Exploring diverse yet universal stories of different facets, shades and moods of love, this contemporary tale will have music score by Pritam that will compliment to the mood of the film as well as enhance the experience entirely. The first chapter of Life in a Metro was published in 2007. The ensemble cast included actors who portrayed the major roles, including Dharmendra, Nafisa Ali, Shilpa Shetty, Kay Kay Menon, Shiney Ahuja, Irrfan Khan, Konkona Sen Sharma, Kangana Ranaut, and Sharman Joshi. A source had revealed that Anurag had been thinking about developing a sequel to the anthology for some time, but he didn't have the concept until the first lockdown of the epidemic. At the same time as he began drafting the script, he began casting. The four distinct sections of the film will finally be connected by it. Anurag does an amazing job of fusing four separate stories together in Ludo and presenting them all at once. Gulshan Kumar & T-Series in association with Anurag Basu Productions Pvt Ltd present Metro... इन दिनों . Directed by Anurag Basu, music by Pritam, produced By Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Anurag Basu and Taani Basu the film will release on December 8, 2023. Also Read: Anurag Basu starts shooting Metro: In Dino with Anupam Kher; watch their fun banter
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Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan returned to the big screen in a lead role with Pathaan on January 25, 2023, and has demolished the box office with the collections. After 2018's Zero, SRK is back in action. The film stars Deepika Padukone and John Abraham alongside Ashutosh Rana and Dimple Kapadia. Interestingly, SRK’s foster mother is played by Nikhat Khan Hegde. As the film inches Rs. 300 crore mark in India, Shah Rukh Khan greeted the fans on Sunday who gathered outside his residence Mannat in Mumbai's Bandra. Shah Rukh Khan was greeted with cheers, screams, chants and more. He waved at the fans, sent flying kisses and even did his signature pose of spreading his arms. He took to social media to thank everyone by sharing a video, "Mehmaan Nawaazi Pathaan ke ghar par… Thank u all my Mehmaans for making my Sunday so full of love. Grateful. Happy. Loved." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan stars alongside Deepika Padukone and John Abraham in Pathaan. Helmed by Siddharth Anand of War fame, the film has arrived in theatres in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan says ‘hum sab Bharat ke santaan hain’ to a fan who applauds Pathaan as a film that transcends everything
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After much speculation surrounding the role on whom the film’s title is based, Anurag Kashyap reveals Vicky Kaushal as DJ Mohabbat in his directorial Almost Pyaar with DJ Mohabbat, co-starring Alaya F and Karan Mehta. This also marks the fourth collaboration between Anurag Kashyap and the actor, who plays a special role and will feature in a never-seen-before avatar in the coming-of-age romantic film. Talking about the special role of Vicky Kaushal in the film, Anurag Kashyap said, “The character of DJ Mohabbat is so integral to the story, that I wanted someone special to play it. DJ Mohabbat is the voice of love, and is the conduit between two stories and I wanted someone who is that. Someone everyone loves because they trust and believe him. Vicky is that to me since I’ve known him. Always speaks his heart, never forgets, is grateful to his audience and people and the characters he plays. When I asked ‘if not SRK then who?’. My whole cast and my daughter and her friends in unison said Vicky Kaushal.” On the other hand, continuing about this role, Vicky Kaushal aka DJ Mohabbat added, “Anurag Sir has been a mentor, a friend and in ways he’s been my window into the world of cinema. When he spoke to me about this role I was immediately on board and this special appearance is for a special film, made by my special friend.” Almost Pyaar with DJ Mohabbat marks the debut of Karan Mehta and stars Freddy actress Alaya F as his love interest. The film is touted to be Anurag Kashyap's ode to modern love. Presented by Zee Studios under Good Bad Films Production, it is slated to release on February 3, 2023. Also Read: Laxman Utekar speaks on casting Vicky Kaushal for the role Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj; says, “We didn’t do any look test, I was sure that he is the one who can play Sambhaji”
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The versatile singer of Hindi film! Alka Yagnik is one of the female musicians with the most solo songs in Bollywood music history, having received seven Filmfare Awards for Best Female Playback Singer from 36 nominations and two National Film Awards. Today is no exception, as she has added another feather to her cap. Alka Yagnik, a Bollywood playback singer, became the most watched artist on YouTube globally last year, with 15.3 billion YouTube streams in 2022, and an average of 42 million per day. According to Liberty Games research, Alka was the most watched artist on YouTube in 2021, with 17.7 billion streams, up from 16.6 billion in 2020. The Bollywood playback singer surpassed Bad Bunny (Puerto Rico), who earned 14.7 billion streams, as well as Taylor Swift, Blackpink, and BTS, among others. South Korean superstars BTS received 7.95 billion streams and ranked sixth, while BLACKPINK received 7.29 billion streams and ranked eighth. Taylor Swift was ranked 26th with 4.33 billion streams, Drake was ranked 50th with 2.9 billion, and The Weeknd was ranked 13th with 5.7 billion. Udit Narayan is ranked third with 10.6 billion global YouTube listens, while Arijit Singh is ranked fourth with 10.2 billion streams. Kumar Sanu was the fifth most popular music artist in terms of YouTube play counts, just ahead of K-pop sensation BTS. Bhojpuri singer Khesari Lal Yadav came in seventh place, following BTS. Late playback singer Lata Mangeshkar, known as the "Nightingale of India," was ninth on the list, with Shilpi Raj rounding out the top ten. According to ChartMasters, nearly 25% of YouTube users are from India. Alka Yagnik dominated the music industry in the 1990s and continues to do so today with her beautiful-cum-calming tunes. She has recorded over 20,000 songs for albums and films during her four-decade career. The BBC's list of the Top 40 Bollywood Soundtracks of All Time included the legendary singer's songs. Also Read: “Madhubalaji was the first actress who started making contracts which stated that only Lata Mangeshkar will sing her songs in films,” shares Alka Yagnik
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Anurag Kashyap recently made headlines where he expressed guilt over his public statement about his Dev.D actor Abhay Deol and privately about the late Sushant Singh Rajput. In an interview, Anurag accused Abhay of being difficult to work with, claiming that the actor insisted on staying in a five-star hotel separate from the rest of the cast and crew. Abhay had denied this. Anurag had revealed shortly after Sushant's death that he had refused to speak with him about a project because he was resentful of being ghosted by the actor in the past. The filmmaker discussed his differences with Abhay and Sushant in a new interview with Showsha. He said, “It’s taken me a year-and-a-half of sickness to realise a lot of things. I was so reactive; I would say things. I would say things out of anger, out of reaction, to things I felt perturbed by. It took me time to realise that I’m shouting, I’m shouting in a room full of people shouting. Nobody’s listening to each other, not just to me. That’s what social media has become. And I stepped back. I said, ‘Why am I reacting to this? What is bothering me?'” He further added, “A lot has changed, but I know I have no filter. But it’s also made me realise I don’t need to say everything… For example, that whole spat between me and Abhay. Somebody was doing an article about why a very good actor like Abhay is no longer in the movies, and I spoke about my experiences, something that happened 13 years ago. I didn’t need to say it publicly. And the day the unfortunate incident happened of SSR, I felt so bad. Three weeks prior to that somebody was trying to reach out because he wanted to talk, and I was like, ‘No, he ghosted me, I don’t want to talk’. You get pangs of guilt. So, I tried to reach out to Abhay and I apologised to him, because somebody had told me that he was upset about me speaking publicly about him.” Anurag stated that he told Abhay that it was fine to yell at him and then apologised repeatedly for what he said. However, Abhay appeared to be upset about what Anurag had said about him as recently as last month. Abhay called the filmmaker a "liar" and a "toxic" person in an interview with mid-day. Anurag acknowledged that they had both changed and expressed regret for what he had said. Anurag had stated in a 2020 interview with NDTV that he was disappointed that Sushant had backed out of projects with him in favour of more high-profile jobs. He stated, “YRF called him and said, ‘We’ll give you a deal. You do Shuddh Desi Romance.’ Sushant, who used to sit in my office with Mukesh and all of us used to sit together, signed up with YRF and dropped Hasee Toh Phasee, a film of an outsider because usko validation YRF ka chahiye tha (he wanted validation from YRF). It’s with every actor, so I am not holding any grudges… Years later, in 2016, before the release of MS Dhoni: The Untold Story, Mukesh went to Sushant and said, ‘Anurag has written a script looking for an actor who can play someone based out of Uttar Pradesh.’ Dhoni released, became a success and he never called me back. I was not upset, I moved on, I did Mukkabaaz.” Also Read: Anurag Kashyap on West trying to reach out to S.S. Rajamouli; says, “If they like something, they take it away”
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Pathaan has left Karan Johar and many other Indian filmgoers speechless. The spy thriller starring Shah Rukh Khan has caught the country by storm and is playing to sold-out audiences. Following a post-Covid dip in the box office, the picture has been breaking records. Karan Johar has written yet another comment about Shah Rukh Khan's blockbuster film, Pathaan. On Saturday, the filmmaker took to Instagram Stories and thanked everyone who collaborated on the film. He expressed his views on his Instagram Stories, “Nothing matters more than a great film. The mega blockbuster success proves that excessive promotions, fear of trolling, boycott threats, just about all the myths that we as an industry propagate or believe in is redundant when a film like PATHAAN kills all of it!!!! Old school conviction and a kick ass trailer is what we all need! So thrilled for you Adi, Sid, bhai, bhaijaan, John, DP!!!! Rooting for you till we reach that magic number.” He also praised the music composer team Vishal-Sheykhar for the success of Pathaan songs like ‘Besharam Rang’ and ‘Jhoome Jo Pathaan’. Sharing a picture of the duo, Karan wrote, “Special shout out to my buddies Vishal Dadlani Shekhar Ravjiani for the blockbuster soundtrack of Pathaan! May the force of melody always be with you." Yash Raj Film’s latest release - Pathaan, has created history at the box office with unprecedented numbers. While the film has been making and breaking records each day, Pathaan’s much celebrated party anthem Besharam Rang has made a mark on the global map and has become a massive chartbuster. The song features India’s biggest superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone have set the screen on fire with their sizzling chemistry. Pathaan is part of Aditya Chopra’s ambitious spy universe and has the biggest superstars of the country Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and John Abraham in it. YRF’s adrenaline pumping film, Pathaan, released on January 25, 2023, in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. Also Read: Karan Johar celebrates Shah Rukh Khan starrer Pathaan record-breaking opening; says, “Love forever trumps hate”
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Actor Neha Dhupia attracted headlines in 2004 when she asserted that "either sex sells or Shah Rukh Khan." She had mentioned that since Shah Rukh was not there in Julie (2004), the movie needed to contain love-making scenes and shots in response to a question about her doing intimate scenes. In the movie, which also starred Priyanshu Chatterjee and Sanjay Kapoor, Neha played a sex worker. After viewing Pathaan on Republic Day 2023, Neha re-examined her earlier statement on Shah Rukh and recently praised him on Twitter. The actor responded to a Twitter follower on Saturday who commented on the success of Pathaan at the box office. She wrote, “Almost two decades back Neha Dhupia had given a statement 'only sex or Shah Rukh Khan sells' and that stays true even today!" In reaction to the tweet, Neha tweeted, “20 years on, my statement rings true. This is not an “actor's career” but a “king's reign”! #KingKhan @iamsrk.” 20 years on, my statement rings true. This is not an "actor's career" but a "King's reign"! #KingKhan @iamsrk https://t.co/TMgPzpJed4 — Neha Dhupia (@NehaDhupia) January 28, 2023 During an interview with The Times of India in 2004, Neha made the following statement, “Julie has love-making scenes and shots exposing my bare back... I'm not affected by the sex symbol tag. It doesn't bother me if people say I have overshadowed Mallika Sherawat and Bipasha Basu by exposing in Julie. In today's time, either sex sells or Shah Rukh Khan. So I would rather be a sex prop in my next five films.” Neha had already taken to Twitter on Thursday to compliment Pathaan, Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and John Abraham in a series of tweets. Neha shared a snapshot of a shirtless Shah Rukh from the action blockbuster, which was released in theatres throughout the world on January 25. She tweeted, “Shah Rukh, the love we have for you is hard to explain. Deepika Padukone, you set the screen on fire with your gaze and your kicks and tricks. John Abraham you make bad look so good! Salman Khan we would go back to the cinemas to watch the best cameo in history. Pathaan is here to stay!!!” @iamsrk The love we have for you is hard to explain. @deepikapadukone u set the screen on fire with ur gaze n ur kicks and tricks #JohnAbraham u make bad look so good! @BeingSalmanKhan we would go back to the cinemas to watch the best cameo in history #pathan is here to stay!!! pic.twitter.com/FOTg2Sn4WS — Neha Dhupia (@NehaDhupia) January 26, 2023 While praising the film, she tweeted, “It was a packed house, there were whistles, there was cheer and our hearts rejoiced… we laughed on beat, we applauded on every dialogue and we jumped out of our seats on cue each time Pathaan kicked. Shah Rukh Khan, thank you for you… this is what cinematic victory looks like!” It was a packed house ,there were whistles ,there was cheer and our hearts rejoiced …we laughed on beat , we applauded on every dialogue and we jumped out of our seats on cue each time #pathan kicked @iamsrk thank you for you … this is what cinematic victory looks like! — Neha Dhupia (@NehaDhupia) January 26, 2023 Pathaan is part of Aditya Chopra’s ambitious spy universe and has the biggest superstars of the country Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and John Abraham in it. YRF’s adrenaline pumping film, Pathaan, released on January 25, 2023, in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. Also Read: Neha Dhupia roped in for Vicky Kaushal and Triptii Dimri’s rom-com
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Pathaan, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and John Abraham, was released on January 25, 2023 and ever since, it is rewriting history at the box office. What’s unique about its marketing strategy is that the lead cast of the film didn’t promote the film through conventional means like attending press conferences, giving interviews to the press etc. 10 days ago, Bollywood Hungama was the first one to report that as confirmed by director Siddharth Anand, the promotional activities of the film will begin only after the release of the film. He had stated, “We want the euphoria around (Shah Rukh Khan’s) return to reach a crescendo by January 25, the release date of Pathaan. Thus, we will start all our promotional activities only post the release of the film.” Bollywood Hungama has now learnt that the much-awaited and impending event of Pathaan is expected to finally take place tomorrow. A source spilled the beans, “It is said that the event is expected take place on Monday, January 30, in Mumbai. Apart from Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, John Abraham and Siddharth Anand will also make their presence felt. It’ll be one of the biggest events of the year. The media has been waiting to see Shah Rukh and to interact with him. As a result, a large turnout of the media is expected. The event will also get a huge viewership from fans and netizens as even they are curious to see what their favourite superstar has to say in his trademark witty style, especially after the way the film has performed at the box office.” Meanwhile, Pathaan has collected around Rs. 51 to 53 crores on Saturday at the domestic box office, as per early estimates. On Sunday, it is expected to earn even more, with the five-day collections closing at around Rs. 275 crores. In overseas, it is expected to cross the $20 million mark by Sunday, which will be a record of sorts. Also Read: Pathaan director Siddharth Anand on delivering biggest opening weekend; says, “Feels incredible to deliver the biggest 3-day collection in the history of Hindi cinema!”
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