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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/pkQdE4iJuly 27 marked the 32nd death anniversary of Amjad Khan, one of the most iconic actors from India cinema. Although he was known for his villainous roles, he also excelled while playing different roles. But he is known the most for his legendary act as the dacoit Gabbar Singh in Ramesh Sippy’s classic Sholay (1975).
Khan’s role as Gabbar Singh is not only still remembered but it also sends a chill down your spine. A major highlight about his performance in Sholay was that he made some of the mundane lines memorable. For example, “Kitne aadmi the?”, “Arre O Sambha”, “Holi kab hai, kab hai Holi?”, etc.
It would come as a complete surprise to many that out of these dialogues, Khan’s inspiration behind the line “Arre O Sambha” was his dhobi (laundry guy). This interesting trivia is disclosed by journalist turned author Roshmila Bhattacharya in her book ‘Bad Men: Bollywood’s Iconic Villains’. The book has numerous chapters based on some of the most iconic onscreen bad men from Hindi cinema. It is published by Rupa Publications.
Amjad Khan’s wife Shehla Khan told the author that her husband used to excel in mimicry of famous people. But Amjad’s father, the late actor Jayant, once told him that he should try and mimic ordinary people.
An excerpt from the book read, “Shehla remembers her father-in-law, actor Jayant, telling his son, ‘Tum khaas ki nakal karoge to pehchane jaaoge, agar nakal hi karni hai to aam ki karo (If you try to imitate a known person, you will be caught. If you have to imitate someone, let it be a common man).’ The words resonated with him, and Amjad Khan found his muses in the people around him, including their domestic worker and the dhobi (laundry man). ‘We had a dhobi who would call out to his wife, “Arrey O Shanti”, and from that was born “Arrey O Sambha”,’ reveals Shehla.”
This chapter from ‘Bad Men’ also looks at the period when Amjad Khan and his wife met with an accident when they were traveling from Mumbai to Goa in their car. Khan had to reach over there to shoot The Great Gambler after he missed his flight as he was shooting for the film Watan (which was later shelved). The veteran actor dozed off as their driver drove the vehicle. Later, when they were about to resume the journey after taking a break for tea at a stall, Khan asked their driver to rest, and he decided to take the wheel.
While he was trying to flip a cassette in the deck while driving, the car lost balance and banged into a tree. Khan broke his leg and 13 ribs while Shehla was also badly injured. Their son, driver and maid were unhurt. Khan and Shehla were rushed to the Panjim Medical Hospital.
An excerpt from the book read, “Amjad was wheeled in for an emergency surgery. ‘Since my right hand was broken, Amit-ji (Amitabh Bachchan), who had rushed over on getting the news, signed the consent forms for the tracheostomy. He must have been so nervous because Amjad’s condition was not good, but both Jaya and Amit-ji were by my side all day, consulting the doctors and making all the arrangements,’ Shehla relives the horror.”
The except continued, “Throughout his stay at the Panjim Medical Hospital, Amjad Khan’s The Great Gambler co-star and good friend, Amitabh Bachchan, would visit the hospital every day, urging him to get well soon. Later, when the actor himself was in hospital for months after being injured on the sets of Coolie (1983), Amjad sat by his bedside and boosted his spirits. Their yaarana (friendship) was real!”
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/6E0emstThe trailer of John Abraham’s highly anticipated film, Veda, is set to release on August 1, generating immense excitement among fans. The film, which also stars Sharvari Wagh, Tammannah Bhatia, and Abhishek Banerjee, is scheduled to hit theaters on August 15, Independence Day.
As the trailer drops, audiences can expect a glimpse into the action-packed world of Veda, which promises to be an electrifying ride. With John Abraham at the helm, known for his high-octane performances, expectations are running high. However, Veda’s release date also marks a crowded period at the box office, with several other notable films vying for attention. Khel Khel Mein, Stree 2, and Phir Aayi Haseen Dilruba on Netflix will also be released around the same time, making for a competitive Independence Day weekend.
Additionally, the south film Mr. Bachchan, starring Ravi Teja, will also be hitting theaters, further adding to the box office clutter. Despite this, the makers of Veda are confident that their film’s unique blend of action, drama, and suspense will help it stand out from the crowd.
With the trailer’s release just around the corner, fans are eagerly waiting to get a glimpse of John Abraham’s latest avatar. Will Veda emerge victorious at the box office, or will it face stiff competition from its contemporaries? Only time will tell.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/6E0emstDavid Dhawan’s Mujhse Shaadi Karogi turned out to be yet another success for him in the comedy genre. The film completes 20 years today (July 30). Starring Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar and Priyanka Chopra, the movie is still being enjoyed by the audience. It told the story of Sameer (Salman) who has had anger issues since childhood. After growing up, he relocates to Goa where he falls in love with Rani (Priyanka). However, luck keeps ditching him and on top of that, he has to deal with his new flat mate, the naughty Sunny (Akshay).
Duggal Sahab inspired from THIS real person
Mujhse Shaadi Karogi is known for the performance and start power of Salman, Akshay and Priyanka. However, the late Kader Khan in the role of Duggal sahab also gained equal importance for his strange illness. In fact, one can find numerous memes and posts on Duggal sahab on social media today. For the unversed, the character suffered through a rare condition in which becomes blind one day, deaf the other day and so on. Funnily, the film also showed him becoming child-like on day.
Not many would know that the character of Duggal sahab was inspired from a real person. In other words, there was actually a person who had such an illness. This trivia was shared with Bollywood Hungama by the film’s dialogue writer Rumy Jafry in an exclusive interview.
He told us that he always ensures that there is something unusual or funny about the characters he creates. He was wondering what different can he do with Kader Khan’s character of a landlord. “I was a bit restless thinking what type of character should he be,” said Jafry. “Rahul Rawail’s father HS Rawail’s best friend was known as Ridku uncle, who was like his uncle and stayed at their house. He was a dwarf and used to appear in a lot of HS Rawail’s films and the industry knew him.”
He continued, “When I was writing Anjaam, Rahul ji told me that his uncle had an unusual illness. Sometimes after waking up, he wouldn’t be able to hear. Sometimes, he wouldn’t be able to see. So, I thought this can be a good fit for the character (of Duggal sahab). But Rahul ji said the audience won’t believe it. I said even if they don’t, I will. So, I gave this characterization to Duggal sahab.”
But Rumy Jafry had to face an unusually scary situation right before the shoot. “My brother Aman (Jaffery) was working with Rahul ji. He told me that Rahul ji has also used this character in his film Jo Bole So Nihaal, which was to go on floors. I was shocked! I called Rahul ji and he accepted that he was written this character for his film. I said I have also written, and the film is about to start shoot. He asked whether in my film the character is helping the story and screenplay, or it is just added for comedy. I said it is helping my story and screenplay. So, he said he will remove that character from his film. It was such a big gesture that he did on the phone itself,” said Jafry.
Rajpal Yadav signed the film without knowing his character
Rajpal Yadav had become a star in those days through a series of funny and memorable performances. For this reason, producer Sajid Nadiadwala badly wanted him on board. “But there was no character decided for him,” said Jafry. “Days later, Rajpal called me and said that he has just signed the film and Sajid bhai told him that after Akshay and Salman, his role is the most prominent. He asked when he should come for a narration. I got scared as I had no role for him. I said I am busy for a week, and I straightaway called Sajid.”
Jafry continued, “I asked Sajid, ‘What role did you tell him?’ He said, ‘I made him agree for the film. Now it’s up to you.’ On the other hand, Rajpal kept calling me and saying that he is very eager to listen to his role and when should he come. Gradually, the date of the shoot neared. Rajpal said, ‘Bhaiya ab toh sunao!’ He also asked how he should work on the character and what costumes he would need to wear. I realized I can’t avoid him anymore, so I asked him to meet the next morning.”
The same evening, Jafry was wondering what character he should narrate to him. Just then, he found two roles for him – one was the member of the Eagle gang, and the other was the priest Shastri ji, who helps Salman’s character find a house. “At 10:30 or 11 pm, I suddenly thought why not make this into a double role? We can show them as twins – one became a ruffian and the other an astrologer and priest. It would be complete contrast. So, I called Sajid at around 11:30 or 12 and told him the idea. He got impressed and instantly asked me to go ahead with it,” he said.
Jafry wanted Mujhse Shaadi Karogi to appear different than one of his earlier films
Mujhse Shaadi Karogi showed two guys (Salman and Akshay) falling for the same girl (Priyanka). Rumy Jafry had already written a film on these lines. Hence, his only concern was that MSK shouldn’t look similar to that film. “The main subject was by K Bhagyaraj. When I sat down to write, the biggest challenge was that I already had done a film on similar lines, which was Deewana Mastana. It becomes very difficult for a writer. After 10, 20 and 30 scenes there comes the interval. But what after that?”
Revealing his strategy to tackle this, he revealed, “I intentionally kept the level of entertainment very high and added freshness to the scenes. I added a prologue about the protagonist having a lot of anger, which was bottled up. And then in the climax it is revealed that this wasn’t a love triangle and Akshay was his childhood friend, who had come to calm down his anger and get him united to Priyanka. Hence, it turned out to be very different from Deewana Mastana.” He also added that David Dhawan gave a fresh and colourful look to the film and its sets were a talking point in the industry back then.
Amrish Puri’s hesitant casting
Jafry suggested Amrish Puri’s name to play colonel sahab and Priyanka’s father. His character keeps getting hit unintentionally by Salman’s character. “I had worked with him before, so I knew his thought-process and the kind of international actor he was,” he said. “He was also conscious about his image. But Sajid and David had thought about another actor. I suggested Amrish ji’s name. But they said he is a very big actor. I said that exactly will become the highlight. People will think ‘Football padi kisko? Chaataa pada kisko? Amrish ji ko!’”
Jafry added, “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge did well also because of Amrish ji. People would worriedly think, ‘Kajol’s father is Amrish ji, oh shit he won’t give her permission for the trip’ and ‘What would happen if he recognized Shah Rukh (Khan)? Baap re’. So, I said his image will help our movie. They said he wouldn’t agree. I said he would. And Amrish ji did agree. Kya imandaari se unhone kaam kiya tha!”
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/0iZR3QeSanjay Dutt turned 65 on July 29, and he gave himself a wonderful gift. He emerged from his home to greet admirers and paparazzi, who also grabbed a look of his new Range Rover. The actor enjoyed his special day with his family.
Sanjay gave himself a black Range Rover SUV for his birthday. Fans were seen taking pictures and videos of him as he waved at them in a video captured by the photographers present. The actor, dressed in a colourful shirt and jeans with a chain, folded his hands before heading to his new ride. He was escorted by family members and his squad as he made his way to the car.
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On Sanjay’s birthday, Maanyata posted a love-filled message. Her post contains multiple romantic images set to Kishore Kumar’s Ruk Jana Nahi. She wrote, “Happy….happiest birthday to my bestest half… @duttsanjay my strongest and full of life support system…. Your inner light overshadows all obstacles, overcomes any difficulties and challenges…. You have the ability to love selflessly and unconditionally! keep it that way, invincible!!!”
She further added, “You are precious and special not only to me but, to many more….who love and adore you with all their heart….My star…keep shining bright…always and ever!! Much love #birthday #love #grace #positivity #dutts #beautifullife #thankyougod.”
Trishala Dutt also wished her father writing, “I love you pops Happy Birthday.” She also shared a video of Sanjay turning DJ and having a ball behind the console.
On the work front, Sanjay is working on the action comedy Son Of Sardar 2 with Ajay Devgn, Mrunal Thakur, and Kubbra Sait. In addition, a formal announcement for Aditya Dhar’s film, which stars him with Ranveer Singh, Madhavan, Akshaye Khanna, and Arjun Rampal, was released. He’ll also appear in the Telugu film Double iSmart and the Kannada film KD.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/0iZR3QeLalita Dsilva, the nanny to Bollywood stars Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor’s sons, Taimur and Jehangir (Jeh), has addressed rumors regarding her alleged salary of Rs. 2.5 lakh. In an interview with Pinkvilla, Lalita expressed surprise at the speculation, stating, “Rs. 2.5 lakh? I wish. May your words come true. These are all just rumors.” She recounted Kareena’s lighthearted response to the gossip, saying that Kareena assured her, “These are all jokes, sister. Don’t take it all seriously.”
Praise for Kareena and Saif
In her recent conversation with Hindustan Times, Lalita praised Kareena and Saif for their parenting skills. “Kareena is an amazing mother; she is so disciplined, and her kids are also similar. Saif is very much hands-on with his kids,” she said. Lalita’s admiration for the couple’s parenting approach highlights the nurturing environment they provide for their children despite their busy careers.
Media frenzy and public pressure
Lalita also shared her experience of dealing with the intense media attention during Taimur’s early public appearances. “There was pressure from the public and media. I would have to tell people, ‘Yeh baccha hai (he is a kid), don’t chase him, why are you behaving like this?’” she recalled. Lalita had to often remind onlookers to focus on their own children, emphasizing, “I was very concerned for Taimur’s safety, that he should be kept secure from all this.”
Family life and upcoming projects
Kareena and Saif, who tied the knot on October 16, 2012, are parents to two sons, Taimur, born in 2016, and Jeh, born in 2021. Despite their hectic schedules, the couple remains devoted to their children. Kareena is set to star in Rohit Shetty’s Singham Again alongside Ajay Devgn, Arjun Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Akshay Kumar, and Tiger Shroff. She will also appear in Hansal Mehta’s The Buckingham Murders, which releases on September 13.
Saif’s upcoming roles
Saif Ali Khan, known for his versatile acting, will be seen in Jewel Thief with Nikita Dutta and Kunal Kapoor. Reports suggest that the film will also feature Jaideep Ahlawat and will be released on an OTT platform. Additionally, Saif will star in the action thriller Devara: Part One, alongside Janhvi Kapoor and Jr NTR, set to release on October 10. The couple’s ongoing projects reflect their continued prominence in the film industry.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/wc6IMugRajeev Khandelwal is known for playing a variety of characters in films, television, and online series. The actor, who recently participated in the Emraan Hashmi-starring film Showtime, replied to the restriction on Pakistani artists. In an interview with Bollywood Bubble, Rajeev stated that politicians advocating a ban on Pakistani actors is wrong.
Rajeev, remarking about the restriction on Pakistani artists, stated, “No, it is all politics. This is very wrong. Who are these politicians to ban artists? Our politics dictates a certain narrative. Where there is love blossoming between two nations, you don’t even allow that for whatever reasons. So, I don’t understand this. I also feel that it’s wrong on my part to comment on this as I don’t understand it. We often speak about harmony and peace. So, where there is genuine peace and harmony, there too political parties give it a Hindu-Muslim angle. That is not right. It’s not that the Pakistani government is sending the artists as agents. I have only seen a lot of love coming.”
Rajeev is well-known for his work on prominent Hindi television shows such as Kahiin To Hoga and Sacch Ka Saamna. He made his Bollywood debut with the film Aamir 2008. He later appeared in films like Shiatan and Table No 21. Rajeev’s Disney+ Hotstar show Showtime was just renewed for a second season.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/wc6IMugNick Jonas recently responded to being dubbed ‘National Jiju’ in India. The singer-actor explained the significance and meaning of the phrase to his Indian followers.
Nick Jonas shares a special bond with both his Indian fans and the paparazzi. The singer-actor recently reacted to being dubbed ‘National Jiju’ because of his marriage to Priyanka Chopra. In an interview with Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show, Nick explained why the ‘Jiju’ tag was given to him.
The American singer-songwriter told Jimmy, “As you know, I am married to Priyanka. When we got married, this hashtag began. I was ‘National Jiju.’ Jiju means “elder sister’s husband,” thus I’m India’s older brother. The show host also played a footage from the Jonas Brothers’ concert in India, during which Joe and Kevin Jonas introduced him as “Jiju.”
On December 1, 2018, Priyanka and Nick married in the beautiful Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. On January 15, 2022, the couple welcomed their daughter Malti Marie, born via surrogacy. The couple picked the name Malti Marie as a passionate tribute to their mothers. Malti is the middle name of Priyanka’s mother, Dr. Madhu Chopra, while Marie is named after Nick’s mother, Denise Jonas.
Nick will next be featured in John Carney’s musical comedy Power Ballad, which is set to be released in 2025.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/wc6IMugActress Tillotama Shome has bravely shared a harrowing experience of sexual harassment she endured in Delhi. The incident occurred while she was waiting for a bus.
In a recent interview with Hauterrfly, Shome recounted that she was waiting for a bus on a dark winter evening, and a group of men began harassing her. She said, “Some cat calls started. Somebody threw a small stone. I moved away a little bit more. Then I was like, I have to go from here. Now either I run, but they can outrun me. They’ll outnumber me.”
Feeling increasingly unsafe, she attempted to escape the situation but was cornered. Determined to protect herself, Shome accepted a ride from a stranger in a passing car with a medical sign. She explained, “We just moved a little bit. He took my hand and he unzipped his pants and I guess he wanted me to do whatever.”
She further added, “The moment he forced my hand, it was like an instinct hit, like hitting out. I don’t know what I did, but he had to stop his car because something happened. He swerved, whatever. And he asked me to get out.” While calling it a terrifying experience, she added that she was shaken by it, but her instinct to fight back helped her get out of the situation.
On the professional front, Tillotama is currently seen in Tribhuvan Mishra: CA Topper alongside Manav Kaul in the lead. The Netflix show started streaming from July 18.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/OmETqxyIn the latest episode of People by WTF, Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor engaged in an insightful conversation with host Nikhil Kamath. Ranbir delved into his personal and professional life, discussing his milestones, challenges, and the surprising similarities between him and Kamath. One significant topic was his long-standing aspiration to launch a brand.
Ranbir Kapoor shared his enthusiasm for launching a lifestyle brand, a dream he has nurtured for a decade. “I’ve been a sneakerhead since I was a kid. I am very passionate about it. But I am very scared because I don’t know India as well. I don’t know the market,” Kapoor admitted. He expressed his curiosity about the lack of Indian equivalents to global brands like Zara and H&M, despite the vast consumer market. His envisioned brand would focus on essentials, redefining staples like white T-shirts, jeans, white shirts, and, naturally, sneakers.
The Rockstar actor spoke about his desire to create a brand that transcends the typical “celebrity brand” image, noting the failures of many such ventures. He described his brand as a “lifestyle brand” aimed at providing quality essentials. “Streetwear is a bit bastardized now. I would like to call it like what a white T-shirt should be like, what jeans should be like, what a white shirt should be like, and of course, sneakers because I love sneakers,” the Tamasha actor elaborated.
During the conversation, Ranbir Kapoor spoke highly of his wife, actress Alia Bhatt, praising her entrepreneurial success with her brand, Ed-a-Mamma. “My wife is a very successful owner of a brand. She started a toddler and children’s wear brand called Ed-a-Mamma, and it happened in front of my eyes. She was just amazing. The fact that she chose to do something like this, she worked through lockdown. I saw the marketing genius that she was,” RK remarked.
Kapoor contrasted his own approach to his brand with Bhatt’s. While he acknowledges his vision and passion, he admits that he lacks Bhatt’s marketing prowess. “I don’t think I am a marketing genius. I do have an idea and a dream and a vision, but I’m still trying to do the groundwork. Just the market, meet people. I met really interesting people, what were their experiences,” the 41-year-old actor shared.
Coming to the professional front, RK was last seen in Animal, which was released in December 2023. He has an exciting line-up with films such as Ramayan and Love and War in his kitty.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/OmETqxyVeteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt has officially declared the end of his directorial journey. He has decided to step away from the director’s chair, citing a change in his outlook and the evolving landscape of cinema. Mahesh Bhatt helmed over 50 films before hanging up his directorial hat in 1999 with the Sanjay Dutt starrer Kartoos. However, a brief return in 2020 with Sadak 2 starring his daughter Alia Bhatt marked a departure from his initial plan.
In a recent interview, Mahesh Bhatt expressed his satisfaction with his current role as a mentor. He stated the joy of nurturing young filmmakers and providing them with the tools to realise their creative visions. “This is a new age, a new vibrant dawn,” he told Indian Express, adding that he feels more fulfilled in his current position.
He said, “Nothing can be more gratifying than creating people. Vikram is a true protegee, who has provided me a space under the metaphorical Banayan tree where I sit down and for my fulfillment, give people who come to me, the courage to look inward.”
He further explained, “However, I don’t have the thirst to leave my footprints on the sands of time, which is paramount in the entertainment world. Those who make it, have an insatiable thirst to leave their footprints on the sands of time. Vikram has it, Avika has it, I am outdated, a has-been.”
For the unversed, Avika Gor and Vikram Bhatt are currently promoting their upcoming film Bloody Ishq streaming on Disney Plus Hotstar. The horror thriller film was released on the OTT platform on July 26. It also stars legendary actor Amrish Puri’s grandson Vardhan in the lead.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/gH7Kk21Kush Shah, the beloved actor who portrayed the character of Goli in the popular sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC), has announced his departure from the show. In a heartfelt video shared on the official TMKOC YouTube channel, Kush reflected on his journey and bid adieu to the audience and his on-screen family.
The video showcased a nostalgic look back at Kush’s time on the show, from his early days as a young actor to his growth as a beloved character. Expressing his gratitude, Kush shared, “When this show started, when you and I first met, I was very young. You have given me a lot of love since then. And this family has given me as much love as you have given me. I have made a lot of memories here. I have enjoyed a lot here.”
He further extended his appreciation to the show’s creator, Asit Kumar Modi, for his unwavering support and belief in him. “I have spent my childhood here and most importantly I want to thank the creator of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, Asit Kumar Modi for this journey. He trusted me so much, made my character so interesting and always inspired me. Because of his trust, Kush became Goli today,” Kush added.
The TMKOC cast organized a farewell party for Kush, filled with cake and warm wishes. However, a surprising twist awaited the audience at the end of the video – a glimpse of the new actor who will be taking on the role of Goli. While the identity of the new actor remains undisclosed, the announcement has stirred emotions among the show’s dedicated fanbase.
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The news of Kush Shah’s departure has left fans heartbroken. Many expressed their love for the actor and his portrayal of Goli. Comments on the farewell video reflected the sentiments of the viewers. One fan wrote, “Miss Old goli and Jethalal savage moments,” while another expressed, “Goli last 4 words , “thank you so much” was emotionaly real.” Many fans appreciated the show for giving Kush a proper farewell, with one comment stating, “Glad atleast they gave him a good farewell. Not randomly gone.”
The departure of Kush Shah marks the end of an era for Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/gH7Kk21Entrepreneur-actress Sunny Leone is taking leaps in the business world, and her recent achievement is proof. The actress has been appointed as the brand ambassador of an exclusive 51-acre property ‘World Villas’, which offers the residents a serene and luxurious lifestyle. Expressing excitement about the achievement, the ‘Quotation Gang’ actress said, “This is not just a property; it’s a community that epitomizes luxury and tranquility. The vision and attention to detail in every aspect of World Villas are truly inspiring, and I am excited to be a part of this journey.”
“A home is more than just a structure; it’s a place where you feel safe, cherished, and happy. World Villas embodies these qualities, providing a haven where families can grow and thrive. The attention to detail, from the luxurious interiors to the beautiful outdoor spaces, ensures that every resident feels special and well taken care of. I look forward to being a part of this wonderful community and helping others find their dream home here,” she further added.
Currently, on the theatrical front, Sunny Leone is looking forward to the release of Quotation Gang, which sees her sharing the screen space with Jackie Shroff and Priyamani among others. Additionally, her film Kennedy was well-received by the audience at Cannes last year, and it is soon to hit the theatres. Beyond this, she also has an untitled Malayalam film under production and another film with Prabhudeva and Himesh Reshammiya in her kitty.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/Um3QjhIDeepika Padukone is using a number of Instagram postings to declare July to be National Self-Care Month. In her most recent Instagram post, the actor shared her skincare routine with her followers along with a ton of brand-new selfies.
In her new post, Deepika began in the captioned, “It’s Self-Care Month! But why celebrate ‘Self-Care Month’ when you can practice simple acts of Self-Care every day? Now, when it comes to Skincare, of course eating right, sleeping well, adequate hydration and movement are the key pillars of maintaining healthy skin, but a Simple yet Consistent Skincare Routine is what has truly worked for me! It consists of 3 simple steps: Cleanse, Hydrate and Protect.”
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She continued, “Then, there is that one day in the week where I like to Indulge and do just a little bit more…A full body massage, a face mask, a hair mask.” After locating the list of products she uses on a daily basis for skincare, she acknowledged that she has been following this routinely and deliberately because it is the only method she is aware of.
Concluding her post, she wrote, “Additional Disclaimers:-I’m not a picture/ selfie person so kindly appreciate the fact that I’m sharing soo many with you’ll! I’m even wondering when and why I took these!? (laughing face emoticons)-I just HAD to use this track because I love it and anyway it’s coming out of peoples ears!”
Deepika and Ranveer Singh are expecting their first child. She was last seen in Kalki 2898 AD, Nag Ashwin’s masterpiece. The movie, which stars Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Shobana, is doing incredibly well at the box office. It is already in its fifth week and has earned over ₹1100 crore globally.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/WPHo2rBWhile her family members are still recouping from the shock of the demise of Tishaa Kumar, the T-Series’ co-owner and Tishaa’s father Krishna Kumar hosted a prayer meet on July 23. While it was attended by several renowned personalities from the film industry like Rakesh Roshan, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Fardeen Khan, and young actors such as Kartik Aaryan, many musicians and singers like Udit Narayan and Sonu Nigam, who have had a long-standing association with the music label also made their presence felt.
Sonu Nigam breaks down at Tisha Kumar’s prayer meet
The musician-singer, who has lent his voice for many of T-Series’ ventures and songs, was seen paying his last respects to Tishaa Kumar. As he proceeded towards offering his condolences to the latter’s father Krishna Kumar, he couldn’t control himself and lost his composure. The popular singer was breaking down on the lap of Krishna Kumar as he held back tears. An artist named Siddharth Mohan who was a part of the prayer meet shared an inside video of the meet which included many montages including the emotional moment of Nigam.
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Other stars offer condolences to Krishna Kumar
Meanwhile, the video also provided a poignant glimpse into the outpouring of support from the film fraternity, as several stars attended the prayer meet to pay their last respects to Tishaa Kumar. Actors like Anil Kapoor and Bobby Deol also spent time with Krishna Kumar as they were seen consoling him. Other celebrities spotted at the gathering included Kartik Aaryan, Fardeen Khan, veteran filmmaker-actor Rakesh Roshan, legendary singer Udit Narayan, Suniel Shetty, all of whom made a brief appearance to express their condolences and show their respect for the T-Series family.
About Tishaa Kumar’s demise
On July 18, the T-Series family woke up to the shocking news of the demise of one of their youngest members Tishaa Kumar who was expected to be battling cancer for the past few years. The family came together to issue a joint statement on the demise further requesting privacy from the media. Followed by the news, many members of the T-Series family like Tulsi Kumar, Khushalii Kumar, and Bhushan Kumar’s wife Divya Khossla penned emotional farewell to the young Tishaa on social media.
Also Read: Divya Khossla mourns loss of Tishaa Kumar in IG post: “You will remain in our hearts forever”
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/DIyXeV8Janhvi Kapoor wants to know why a part of social media was so astonished when she made a joke about Ambedkar and Gandhi a few months ago. Janhvi was speaking with Mashable in a new interview ahead of the premiere of her film Ulajh when she revealed that her PR staff wanted to cut that part of the discussion. She was concerned that the attention would be diverted from the picture she was promoting at the time, Mr & Mrs Mahi.
When the host reminded her of how the internet collectively gasped at her comment on Ambedkar and Gandhi, Janhvi responded, “Is it so hard to believe that a young female actress can have an opinion? I was so shocked. The irony, I remember, is that one of the reactions that, ‘Ye toh PR trained hein.’ Till a day before the interview came out… I had said in the conversation, and after that interview got over I looked at my PR team and I was like, ‘Kuch galat toh nahi bola maine?’ They said, ‘Woh shayad ek cheez pick up ho sakta he lekin hum dekhte he!’
She further said, “The next day I started panicking because the film was just about to release pata nahi kaun se angle se kaun kya bolne lagenge (I don’t know which angle will be picked up) I don’t know if that’s the right thing. Then my PR team started getting hyper and they also started making calls saying, ‘Hum wo hisse ko kaat sakte he please (can we cut that out)?’ They said no… That’s what was so ironic ki meri team toh wo hisse ko kaatne ki koshis kar rahi thi aur log samajh rahe hein ki mujhe training de kar bheja gaya he (My team was trying to edit it out and people thought I was trained to say that)!”
Janhvi stated that she became interested in the subject when filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan spoke with her about his past and the baggage he had to cope with. It all started with an interview for The Lallantop in May, when Janhvi was promoting Mr & Mrs Mahi and stated that she would like to see a discussion between Mahatma Gandhi and BR Ambedkar.
On the work front, Janhvi will be seen in Ulajh as Suhana Bhatia, a young diplomat caught up in a web of intrigue and conspiracy. The film is directed by Sudhanshu Saria and stars Adil Hussain, Meiyang Chang, Gulshan Devaiah, Rajendra Gupta, and Jitendra Joshi. Ulajh hits cinemas on August 2.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/3l96OiBFilmmaker Anurag Kashyap, known for his globally acclaimed titles such as Gangs of Wasseypur, Ugly and Kennedy, is ready with his next production venture Little Thomas. The film is headlined by two of India’s finest actors, Gulshan Devaiah and Rasika Duggal, joined by child artist Hridansh Parekh in the charming comedy drama.
“Yes, it’s been a while. Maybe I was waiting for a good children’s film script to come my way,” Kashyap says on why he took 17 years to return to this space after his animated directorial Return of Hanuman (2007). “It’s a difficult genre actually, to make an authentic children’s film, so one has to ensure that it’s a good script before making it,” the filmmaker adds.
Little Thomas is set to have its world premiere at the upcoming Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. Besides Kashyap, the film is backed by Ranjan Singh, Rajnikant Oza, Charu Oza, Anushka Shah and Kabir Ahuja.
In Little Thomas, Kashyap was impressed by the vision of the National Award winning director Kaushal Oza, who makes his feature directorial debut with the film that follows the tragi-comic efforts of a seven-year-old boy to bring his parents together and have a little brother.
Kashyap says, “I had seen Kaushal’s short ‘The Miniaturist of Junagadh’ and liked it. Then I read the Little Thomas script and understood his vision for it. He wanted to make a genuine children’s film while creating a world from a kid’s perspective. The honesty of his approach has helped make the film.”
Set in the Goa of the 90s, the film follows Thomas, the only child of his parents, who desperately wants a little brother. “One day, he is told that to get a baby brother his parents will have to kiss. Since his quarrelling parents won’t kiss any longer, Little Thomas takes it upon himself to make them do the yucky act!” the film’s synopsis reads.
Actor Gulshan Devaiah, who made his debut in Anurag Kashyap’s That Girl in Yellow Boots (year) and went on to collaborate with him on projects like Shaitan (2011) and Hunterrr (2015), describes Little Thomas as a film that “puts a smile on my face.”
“It’s a sweet, cute film and I am thrilled it’s going to be showing at IFFM. The most special thing about Little Thomas is its story and the beautiful innocence in its world. Rasika is a wonderful actor, who I’ve admired for a while now. She’s very professional and dedicated to the craft. I was lucky I got to work with her,” Gulshan says.
Calling Little Thomas “a beautiful and lyrical story” about the simple life of a Goan family, actor Rasika Duggal says, “I was drawn to the script of Little Thomas because I felt it was a beautiful and simple story yet wasn’t simplistic. Technology has given us so much to play within filmmaking that sometimes, I feel the soul of a film gets drowned in the razzmatazz. Little Thomas was not doing any of that. It was committing to its narrative without any unnecessary frills. Also, the script had an interesting sense of humour, which I enjoyed very much. I am delighted that the film is premiering at IFFM and it will first be watched by the kind of audience that a festival like IFFM always attracts – a discerning audience with an ample appetite for fun. I am looking forward to how they will respond to our film.”
Director Kaushal Oza, an alumnus of the Film and Television Institute of India says the team auditioned over 700 kids to find Thomas and the gang.
The filmmaker adds, “Everyone has been a seven-year-old once in their lives. When we grow up we miss the innocence of the times we were kids. I wanted to capture the innocence and imagination that we had then and yearned for now. Everyone who read the script loved it, but producing a film like this is a challenge. When this team of producers read the script – they laughed, they cried – they backed it to the hilt. Also casting the kids was the biggest challenge.”
Little Thomas is produced by Luminoso Pictures, Civic Studios, Flip Films and Good Bad Films.
Producer Ranjan Singh (Flip Films) recalls reading the script of Little Thomas in 2018, which is also when he decided to produce the film. “It seemed like an authentic children’s film which I have missed over so many years. Also, I had co-produced Kaushal’s short, The Miniaturist of Junagadh, and showed it to Anurag and other producers and it really helped when I took Little Thomas’ script to them.”
Anushka Shah, producer, Civic Studios, dubs Little Thomas as a “refreshingly delightful story”. She says, “Thomas’ boundless imagination, curiosity and resilience could positively shape children’s mindsets in formative years – an important reason for Civic Studios to back this film. We’re sure Little Thomas will be a heart-warming family watch for children and adults.”
Also starring Hridyansh Gokani, Ninad Pandith and Mahabanoo Mody- Kotwal, Little Thomas will have its festival run before its theatrical release in the country.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/3l96OiBKiran Rao returned to direct 14 years after her debut, Dhobi Ghat (2010). Her most recent directorial, Laapataa Ladies, was well-received by the public, but only after it was launched on Netflix India. Laapataa Ladies, When it was first released in theaters, it received few takes. In an interview with Faye D’Souza, Kiran acknowledged that she thinks Laapataa Ladies’ box office performance a failure.
Kiran said, “In some ways, both these films Dhobi Ghat and Laapataa Ladies, haven’t done great at the box office. Dhobi Ghat, in fact, did some big business for its time. Ten-15 years later, Laapataa Ladies, didn’t do that much more than Dhobi Ghat. So, in some ways, I do feel that sense of failure. By box office metrics, we weren’t a success. In the conventional sense, we didn’t do hundreds of crores, or even ₹30, 40, 50 crore.
She further stated, “Failure is the way to put it. I do feel responsible that the film didn’t do that well at the box office. I felt it a lot during Dhobi Ghat because we didn’t have any alternate mediums, we didn’t have OTT. So it didn’t get a lot of audience. I do feel that film was different for its time, and very unusual for a theatrical release back then. But other than that, not really. I haven’t felt a deep sense of having failed at something.”
Kiran added, “I think failure in the sense that I felt that everyday failure. In 10 years, I’ve been working relentlessly. I’ve had really busy days continuously. After my first film, I thought my second film would come soon. But that soon just didn’t come. It got me on a daily basis. The empty page, the inability to put that full stop and say ‘the end.’ It was something I really struggled with in these 10 years. I’m sure most creative people have to face that sense of failure a lot when they don’t achieve something soon enough or they don’t achieve it at all,” added Kiran.”
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/3l96OiBCalling all fans of legal dramas with a twist! Good Partner pairs up two strong female leads: the experienced Cha Eun Kyung (Jang Na Ra) and the passionate rookie Han Yu Ri (Nam Ji Hyun). This isn’t your typical law firm drama. Here, the focus is on divorce law, offering a unique perspective on love, loss, and navigating the complexities of separation. What makes Good Partner intriguing? It’s the clash of personalities. Cha Eun Kyung is a seasoned lawyer who prioritizes results, while Han Yu Ri is a newcomer driven by a strong sense of justice. As they work together, can these contrasting styles lead to a powerful legal duo? This drama joins the growing trend of female-led stories in Korea, offering relatable and heartfelt narratives. With its strong cast and intriguing premise, Good Partner promises to be a must-watch for fans of legal dramas and strong women.
Good Partner premiered on July 12. The drama follows Cha Eun Kyung (Jang Na Ra), a successful and celebrated divorce lawyer, and her journey dealing with various divorce cases including one of her own. She is joined by Han Yu Ri (Nam Ji Hyun), a freshly graduate and newly appointed lawyer. Han is assigned to the divorce team led by Cha. Han wants to join the Corporate Law team and is clearly disappointed with her new assignment.
Han’s reluctance to be a divorce lawyer and deal with broken marriages stems from her own parents’ separation. Her father had an affair and betrayed her trust in the institution of marriage. In a series of short flashbacks, we come to know how her father’s affair ruined Yu Ri and her mother’s prospective happiness. There is definitely more to be discovered about Yu Ri’s past, but this initial revelation sets the tone. Her work ethics lean more towards human morals and emotions whereas Cha Eun Kyung’s approach is more methodical and profit-aligned.
Divorce and separation is a difficult process for anyone to go through. There is one struggle to detach oneself mentally and there is another struggle to run to the courthouse to get the divorce legalised. For some, divorce is a means of getting as many assets and alimony as possible. But for others, it is a more human tale of losing someone they once loved. It gets trickier and testing if there are children involved.
As episode two of Good Partner concluded, we saw that Cha Eun Kyung and Han Yu Ri deal with a tricky situation as Eun Kyung’s husband’s affair is revealed. Eun Kyung has a great reputation as a celebrated divorce lawyer. But now that her marriage is on the verge of breaking up, it will be interesting to see how she tackles a situation. Her internal battle of being a wife and a lawyer will make for an intriguing watch.
Coming to the visual aspect of the drama, there is a tasteful and crisp visual representation of the courthouse and the lawyers chambers. When one works in one of the most popular law firms in the country, one is bound to receive the best of amenitites. Eun Kyung and Yu Ri’s workplace is a spotless arena of organized chaos. As the lawyers and paralegals work through the cases, they also have to face the emotional outbursts of their clients.
The drama is paced at a decent 70-minute run for each episode. There are a few stretched moments to let a particular sink in. The intensity of the drama is just beginning to uncover. We have long seen dramas about prosecutors fighting tooth and nail to uphold justice. Watching a series of divorce cases unfold on screen will definitely add to the spice and variety of watching a courtroom drama.
Good Partner is generating positive buzz after a strong premiere. The second episode secured an impressive 8.7% average viewership rating, topping its time slot across all channels according to Nielsen Korea. This promising start bodes well for the legal drama, which follows the unlikely partnership between a veteran divorce lawyer and a passionate rookie. While the show’s long-term success remains to be seen, the initial reception suggests viewers are captivated by the dynamic duo of Cha Eun Kyung and Han Yu Ri. Their contrasting personalities and approaches to law promise an entertaining and thought-provoking exploration of the complexities of family law.
Watch the trailer for Good Partner here:
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/4O3bVUWSushmita Sen has refuted reports that she is currently dating anyone. The actress is reported to be dating her ex-boyfriend Rohman Shawl. In the first episode of actress Rhea Chakraborty’s podcast, Sushmita disclosed that she had been single for two years. She revealed that, although she has fantastic pals, she is not presently dating anyone.
As per report by HT she said, “I have no man in my life. I’ve been single for a while. It has been almost two years since I have been single, to be precise since 2021… I am not in a relationship. I have some incredibly wonderful people in my life who are my friends and they are all just waiting for a moment for me to call them and say, ‘Look, I’m pulling the car out, get in the backseat. We’re driving to Goa.”
The former Miss Universe announced that she is taking a break from dating and enjoying it. She said, “I am not even interested in anyone at the moment. It is lovely to take a break because I was in a relationship for almost five years. And that was a long time.”
Rhea also teased Sushmita, stating, “Do you know there’s a bigger gold digger than you in the room?” Sushmita said, “Oh, really?” Rhea said, “Me.” Sushmita then added sarcastically, “Oh, you also?” Rhea responds, “I’m the biggest one.”
It might be a jab at Sushmita Sen and Lalit Modi’s announcement, which caused a viral sensation online in 2022. Some publicly generated jokes on the disparity in their appearance and fortune. Others, more discreetly, saw comedy in their unusual coupling. Social media opponents labelled Sen as a “gold-digger.” Sushmita Sen received criticism on social media for her ties with Lalit Modi. Many assumed she was with him for his money, despite Sen’s own successful profession and charitable efforts.
It might be a jab at Sushmita Sen and Lalit Modi’s announcement, which caused a viral sensation online in 2022. Some publicly generated jokes on the disparity in their appearance and fortune. Others, more discreetly, saw comedy in their unusual coupling. Social media opponents labelled Sen as a “gold-digger.” Sushmita Sen received criticism on social media for her ties with Lalit Modi. Many assumed she was with him for his money, despite Sen’s own successful profession and charitable efforts.
Also Read : Rhea Chakraborty launches new podcast ‘Chapter 2’ with first episode featuring Sushmita Sen
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