Rajkumar Hirani’s film '3 Idiots,' featuring Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi, and R Madhavan, remains one of his most celebrated works. The movie skillfully blends humor with a meaningful social message. However, during its production, there were critics who felt that a pivotal scene should be removed. Madhavan recently shared in an interview how some individuals involved with the film found the scene "a little too much" and suggested that Hirani should consider removing it. R. Madhavan on 3 Idiots In an interview with Connect FM Canada Maddy expressed, “I remember during 3 idiots, there was a scene when the baby is born and he is stillborn and then all the boys start chanting ‘all is well’ and the baby just kicks. When we showed the film to people, so many people said that the whole film is fine, and is in a different frequency but this is a commercial scene, this is a little too much, remove this and the film will be on the same level then.” Madhavan said that like a true visionary Hirani heard everyone’s thoughts but stuck to his guns. “Raju heard everyone, but then he decided suno sabki karo apni (listen to everyone, but do what you want). He kept that scene because he knew that in B and C centers, this will be the scene when people applaud and he was absolutely right. At the time of the premiere, people who did not clap… in the theatre, the moment the kid kicked, the theatre just erupted with applause,” he recalled. R. Madhavan on another interesting fact about 3 Idiots In another conversation with BeerBiceps, the actor revealed another tidbit about the scene where Rancho, Raju, and Farhan created a scene outside the professor's house. The actor divulged that the leads were indeed drunk during a pivotal scene, and it was in fact Aamir Khan’s idea. Madhavan shared, “So, Aamir’s idea was that in drunk scenes, you should never act like you’re drunk. You should drink and act like you’re normal. Basically, we wanted to shoot at 9, so Aamir made a plan. By 8 we’d start drinking; by 8:30-8:45 we’d have had our three-four pegs. But what happened is that the lighting conked off, so at 8:30 they said another two hours left. So, we wanted to maintain the same level of alcohol in our blood, except we didn’t realise that the cold Bangalore air would have a complete different impact on our intoxication. By the time the shot came, we thought we were completely normal, except we didn’t realise we were taking hours to deliver the lines.”
19 March,2024 06:00 PM IST | MumbaiIt's a big day for the OTT platform Amazon Prime Video as they have announced their entire slate of upcoming series and movies that will be exclusively available to stream on the platform. The slate promises a year filled with new stories, different genres, interesting pairings, and a lot more. Rest assured, there is something for everyone on the platform. Here's the complete list of shows and movies that you can look forward to this year: Prime Video Original Series: In Transit (Hindi) 'In Transit' is a documentary series that explores the lives of trans and non-binary individuals navigating love, identity, and the boundaries of gender in a uniquely Indian way. Production Company: Tiger Baby Digital LLPCreative Producer: Zoya Akhtar, Reema KagtiDirector: Ayesha Sood Daring Partners (Hindi) Two best-friends embark on a daring journey as partners in an alcohol start-up. The series unfolds their audacious journey, where they challenge norms, bend rules, and ‘craft’ their destiny within a male-dominated industry. Production Company: Dharmatic Entertainment Pvt LtdExecutive Producers: Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen MishraCreators: Nishant Nayak, Mithun GangopadhyayDirector: Archit KumarWriters: Nandini Gupta, Mithun Gangopadhyay, and Aarsh VoraKey Cast: Tamannaah Bhatia, Diana Penty, and Jaaved Jaaferi The Great Indian Code (Hindi) The story of a bunch of humble and visionary middle-class engineers led by a meek looking gentleman in the eighties to create a company that led the biggest wealth generating industry India had ever seen: the IT industry. Set against the backdrop of 70s-90s when the nation was gripped by poor governance, poverty, and a dependence on foreign charity for wealth and infrastructure, this story follows the middle-class heroes who, holding onto their values, fought against the time, traditions, and technological backwardness to create a software revolution. Production Company: The Viral FeverProducer: Arunabh Kumar, Shreyansh Pandey, and Vijay KoshyDirector: Deepak Kumar MishraWriter: Shubham Sharma Gangs Kuruthi Punal (Tamil) In this fictional period action drama, a tale of revenge fuels a bloody power struggle within the first organized gang of a port city. Replete with smugglers, dealers, pornographers, film stars, aristocrats, and politicians, this larger-than-life series weaves a gripping narrative of ambition, betrayal, and a relentless struggle for power. Production Company: May6 Entertainment LLP Creative Producer: Soundarya RajinikanthDirector: NoahWriters: Noah, Tamil Prabha, and Prabhu KalidasKey Cast: Sathyaraj, Ashok Selvan, Nasser, Nimisha Sajayan, Ritika Singh, and Easwari Rao. The Rana Connection (Telugu) An exciting and curiosity-piquing talk show hosted by celebrated actor Rana Daggubati, featuring his friends and contemporaries from Indian cinema. Production Company: Spirit Media Pvt LtdProducers: Rajeev Ranjan and Prashanth PotluriKey Cast: Rana Daggubati Dupahiya (Hindi) In a village that is on the cusp of celebrating 25 years of being crime-free, chaos ensues when a coveted motorbike gets stolen! With the silver jubilee trophy, a wedding, and the pride of the villagers at stake, what follows is a crazy journey to retrieve the bike before it's too late. Production Company: Bombay Film CartelProducers: Salona Bains Joshi, Shubh ShivdasaniCreators: Chirag Garg, Avinash Dwivedi, Salona Bains Joshi, and Shubh ShivdasaniDirector: Sonam NairWriters: Avinash Dwivedi and Chirag GargKey Cast: Gajraj Rao, Renuka Shahane, Bhuvan Arora, Sparsh Srivastava, Shivani Raghuvanshi, and Yashpal Sharma Matka King (Hindi) In this fictional tale set in 1960s Mumbai, an enterprising cotton trader who craves legitimacy and respect starts a new gambling game dubbed ‘Matka’, which takes the city by storm and democratizes a terrain previously reserved for the rich and elite. Production Company: Roy Kapur FilmsProduced By: Siddharth Roy Kapur, Nagaraj Manjule, Gargi Kulkarni, Ashish Aryan, and Ashwini SidwaniDirector: Nagraj ManjuleWriters: Abhay Koranne and Nagraj ManjuleKey Cast: Vijay Varma Citadel: Honey Bunny (Hindi) Citadel: Honey Bunny has a riveting narrative that fuses the pulse-pounding elements of a gritty spy action thriller with the heartwarming allure of a love story, all set against the vibrant tapestry of the '90s. Honey Bunny is the Indian series within the Citadel universe. Production Company: D2R films ProductionDirectors: Raj and DKWriters: Raj and DK, Sita R. MenonKey Cast: Varun Dhawan, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Kay Kay Menon, Simran, Soham Majumdar, Shivankit Singh Parihar, Kashvi Majmundar, Saquib Saleem, and Sikandar Kher Ziddi Girls (Hindi) Whether they like it or not, the lives of 5 self-absorbed, couldn’t-care-less Gen Z freshers are about to change as they enter the illustrious corridors of Matilda House College. Deep friendships form over a year of mistakes, heartbreaks, and self-discovery, forcing them out of their comfort zones as they put themselves between their college and the forces that threaten it. Production Company: Pritish Nandy Communications Ltd.Creator: Rangita Pritish Nandy Co - Creator: Ishita Pritish NandyDirectors: Shonali Bose, Neha Veena Sharma, and Vasant NathWriters: Vasant Nath and Neha Veena SharmaKey Cast: Simran, Revathy, Nandita Das, Nandish Sandhu, Anupriya Caroli, Atiya Tara Nayak, Ayushi Rawat, Zaina Ali, and Umang Bhadana Bandwaale (Hindi) Mariam, a young poetess, finds herself trapped in a sleepy town where every young girl's future lies in wedlock. She hopes to find freedom by uploading her poetry on the internet with the help of her band of misfits - a brass band singer and a new age DJ Production Company: OML EntertainmentDirectors: Akshat Verma and Ankur TewariCreators: Ankur Tewari and Swanand KirkireKey Cast: Shalini Pandey, Zahaan Kapoor, Swanand Kirkire, Sanjana Dipu, Ashish Vidhyarthi, and Anupama Kumar Dil Dosti Dilemma (Hindi) Asmara's summer takes an unexpected turn when she is sent to her grandparents' neighborhood as a form of punishment. To maintain appearances with her friends, she pretends to be in Canada. Amidst the struggles of a traditional setting, she learns new life lessons. Production Company: 10 Years Younger ProductionsDirector: Debbie RaoCreative Producers: Seema Mohapatra and Jahanara BhargavaKey Cast: Anushka Sen, Tanvi Azmi, Shishir Sharma, Suhasini Mulay, Khush Jotwani, Vishakha Pandey, Revathi Pillai, and Elisha Mayor Follow Karlo Yaar (Hindi) Uorfi Javed is India's biggest viral sensation - where she goes, drama follows! Her fame, like her clothes, is self-made but now she’s taking it all to the next level. Get to know the real Uorfi as she ups her game and her fame while also keeping her fully dysfunctional family together. Production Company: Sol ProductionsProducers: Fazila Allana and Kamna MenezesDirector: Sandeep KukrejaCreative Director: Meghana BadolaCreative Consultant: Naomi DattaStory Supervisor: Anisha RaisuranaKey Cast: Uorfi JavedProject Consultant: Collective Artists Network The Tribe (Hindi) Young, unafraid, and chasing an epic dream, The Tribe are a group of Indian influencers who have been set up to crack global fame in... Los Angeles! Are they fearless or just foolish? Production Company: Dharmatic Entertainment Pvt LtdExecutive Producers: Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Aneesha BaigCreator: Aneesha BaigDirector: Omkar PotdarCreative Producers: Manu Maharshi and Naomi DattaKey Cast: Alanna Panday, Alaviaa Jaaferi, Srushti Porey, Alfia Jafry, Aryaana Gandhi, and Hardik Zaveri Call Me Bae (Hindi) Downsized from heiress to hustler, Bae discovers that her most valuable assets aren’t her diamonds, but her street smarts and style. Broke but refusing to be broken, she navigates the newsrooms of Mumbai, finding beaus, behens, and her better self. Production Company: Dharmatic Entertainment Pvt LtdExecutive Producers: Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen MishraDirector: Collin D'CunhaCreator: Ishita MoitraWriters: Ishita Moitra, Samina Motlekar, and Rohit NairKey Cast: Ananya Panday, Vir Das, Gurfateh Pirzada, Varun Sood, Vihaan Samat, Muskkkaan Jaferi, Niharika Lyra Dutt, Lisa Mishra, and Mini Mathur Movies to watch on Amazon: Supermen of Malegaon (Hindi) Supermen of Malegaon follows the journey of an aspiring filmmaker as he bands together his group of friends to make a film for his small town of Malegaon. A heartwarming tale that beautifully captures the essence of friendship and the transformative power of filmmaking. Production Company: Excel Entertainment and Tiger BabyProducers: Ritesh Sidhwani, Zoya Akhtar, Reema Kagti, and Farhan AkhtarDirector: Reema KagtiWriters: Varun Grover and Reema KagtiKey Cast: Adarsh Gourav, Vineet Kumar Singh, and Shashank Arora Cheekati Lo (Telugu) A gripping investigative crime thriller that follows the relentless journey of a determined young woman as she unravels the disturbing truth behind a serial rapist. Production Company: Suresh Production Pvt LtdProducer: Suresh BabuWriter: Chandra Pemmaraju Uppu Kappu Rambu (Telugu) In this satirical comedy, a fictional village faces an extraordinary crisis as the cemetery runs out of space. Uproarious chaos ensues as the community rallies together, finding inventive solutions to overcome this unusual predicament. Production Company: Ellanar filmsProducer: Radhika LavuDirector: Ani I.V SasiWriter: Vasanth Muralikrishna MaringantiKey Cast: Suhas Pagolu and Keerthy Suresh Be Happy (Hindi) A poignant tale that unfolds the journey of a single father and his talented daughter who aspire to perform on the country's biggest dance reality show. Be Happy highlights the extraordinary lengths a father will go to fulfill his daughter’s dreams and find true happiness. Production Company: Remo D'Souza EntertainmentProducer: Lizelle Remo D'SouzaDirector: Remo D'SouzaWriters: Remo D’Souza, Tushar Hiranandani, Kanishka Singh Deo, and Chirag GargKey Cast: Abhishek A Bachchan, Nora Fatehi, Nasser, Inayat Verma, and Johny Lever Chhorii 2 (Hindi) Sakshi must rescue her seven-year-old daughter from being sacrificed by an evil cult to satisfy Pradhan Ji, their resident leader, while fighting societal superstitions and the horror that continues to haunt her and young women around her. Production Companies: T-Series, Crypt TV, and Abundantia EntertainmentProducers: Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Vikram Malhotra, and Jack DavisDirector: Vishal FuriaCast: Nushrratt Bharuccha and Soha Ali KhanStory and screenplay by: Vishal Furia and Ajit JagtapDialogues by: Divya Prakash Dubey Subedaar (Hindi) In an adrenaline-fueled action drama, Subedaar Arjun Singh grapples with civilian life, navigating a strained relationship with his daughter, and societal dysfunction. The man who once fought for the nation must now fight enemies within to protect his home and family. Production Company: Abundantia Entertainment, Opening Image, Anil Kapoor Film & Communication Network Pvt. Ltd. Producers: Vikram Malhotra, Suresh Triveni, and Anil KapoorDirector: Suresh TriveniWriters: Suresh Triveni and Prajwal ChandrashekarKey Cast: Anil Kapoor Kantara - A Legend Chapter 1 (Kannada) There is no calamity greater than lavish desires. Such a calamity caused by a petty king ignites a rage in the heart of God's chosen tribal leader. Production Company: Hombale Films LLPProducer: Vijay KiragandurDirector: Rishab ShettyCast: Rishab ShettyWriter: Rishab Shetty Chandu Champion (Hindi) This is an unbelievable tale of a man who faced one adversary after another with an undying spirit. His unwavering zeal and never give up attitude led to India’s first individual gold medal in any form of the Olympics. This is the story of Chandu Champion! Production Companies: Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment and Kabir Khan Films Producers: Sajid Nadiadwala and Kabir Khan Director: Kabir KhanCast: Kartik AaryanWriters: Kabir Khan, Sumit Arora Housefull 5 (Hindi) The ‘Housefull’ series is one of the most loved Indian comedy film franchises created by filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala. Each installment features an ensemble cast of talented actors who bring their comic skills to the forefront. For the first time ever in India, a movie franchise is bringing the 5th installment.Introducing Housefull 5, with 5 times the laughter, 5 times the madness, and 5 times more confusion! Fans appreciate the franchise for its light-hearted entertainment and ability to deliver laughs. The franchise's success has solidified its place in Indian cinema as a beloved comedy series. Production Company: Nadiadwala Grandson EntertainmentProducer: Sajid NadiadwalaDirector: Tarun MansukhaniCast: Akshay Kumar and Riteish DeshmukhStory By: Sajid NadiadwalaWriters: Tarun Mansukhani and Farhad Samji Baaghi 4 (Hindi) The ‘Baaghi’ franchise is known for its high-octane action sequences and intense storylines. The franchise has garnered a significant fan following for its adrenaline-pumping action and charismatic leads. Each installment features a new storyline while retaining the core elements of action, romance, and drama. The success of the franchise has cemented its status as one of Bollywood's leading action film series, with audiences eagerly anticipating future installments. The makers now bring to you Baaghi 4 with Tiger Shroff. Production Company: Nadiadwala Grandson EntertainmentProducer: Sajid NadiadwalaCast: Tiger ShroffStory By: Sajid Nadiadwala Shoojit Sircar’s Next (Hindi) Sometimes life gives us a second chance,' and for Arjun, who settled in the USA in pursuit of ‘The American Dream’, it's an opportunity to rediscover and embrace the precious bond he shares with his daughter.Shoojit Sircar crafts an intrinsically emotional journey with an entertaining narrative through this story about a father and daughter as they navigate through life’s surprises. The film compels us to discover the true value of life's fleeting moments, learning to cherish each one. This heartwarming tale is a ‘celebration of life’ in its everyday, ordinary chaos. Production Companies: Rising Sun Films Pvt. Ltd and Kino Works LLPProducers: Ronnie Lahiri and Sheel Kumar Director: Shoojit SircarCast: Abhishek Bachchan, Johnny Lever, Ahilya Bamroo, and Jayant Kriplani Hari Hara Veera Mallu (Telugu) HHVM is the tale of revolutionary Veera Mallu, who was the first Indian to orchestrate a revolt against the Mughal empire. The large-scale historical drama walks through the early life of Veera Mallu and the mission he chooses to raise revolution against the ghastly actions of the army generals in the Mughal empire. Production Company: Mega Surya ProductionsProducer: A.M. RathnamDirector: Krish JagarlamudiCast: Pawan Kalyan, Nidhi Agarwal, and Bobby DeolMusic: MM KeeravaniDOP: Gnana Shekhar V S Kanguva (Tamil) A story that travels 500 years from the 1700s to 2023 is about a hero who has to fulfill a mission left unfinished. A story of gratitude and fulfillment. Production Company: Studio GreenProducer: K.E. GnanavelrajaDirector: 'Siruthai' SivaCast: Suriya, Bobby Deol, Disha Patani, Yogi Babu and othersWriters: 'Siruthai' Siva, Adi Narayana, and Madhan Karky Vaa Vaathiyaar (Tamil) A fanatic fan of legendary actor MGR raises his grandson like a reincarnation of MGR. But does he grow like MGR? What happens when he grows differently, which is in conflict with the ideals of his grandfather? Production Company: Studio GreenProducer: K.E. GnanavelrajaDirector: Nalan KumarasamyCast: Karthi, Sathyaraj, Raj Kiran, Krithi Shetty, Karunakaran and othersWriter: Nalan KumarasamyMusic: Santhosh Narayanan Stree 2 (Hindi) In this sequel to the blockbuster film Stree, we revisit the small town of Chanderi years after the events of 'Stree', and we find that the town is being preyed on by a new threat. It falls to our ragtag group of friends, Vicky and company, to save the town once again. Production Companies: Maddock Films Pvt. Ltd. and Jio StudiosProducers: Dinesh Vijan and Jyoti DeshpandeDirector: Amar KaushikCast: Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkumar Rao, Pankaj Tripathi, Abhishek Banerjee, and Aparshakti KhurannaWriter: Niren Bhatt Ikkis (Hindi) A Biopic on Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal PVC, who is the most highly decorated hero of the 1971 War Production Company: Maddock Films Pvt. Ltd.Producers: Dinesh Vijan and Binny PaddaDirector: Sriram RaghavanCast: Agastya Nanda, Dharmendra, and Jaideep Ahlawat
19 March,2024 05:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Kriti Kharbanda, who got hitched with Pulkit Samrat earlier this month in the presence of their family and close friends has now shared glimpses of her 'pehli rasoi' after a grand 'griha pravesh' ceremony. New bride Kriti Kharbanda prepares halwa In her Instagram stories, Kriti posted several pictures in which she can be seen garnishing a sweet prepared by her with dry fruits. Kriti also posted a picture of the dessert prepared by her. She captioned it "Meri pehli rasoi". In another picture, she said that the halwa was "approved by dadi". New bride Kriti Kharbanda prepares halwa, take a look: About Pulkit Samrat and Kriti Kharbanda dreamy wedding Pulkit Samrat and Kriti Kharbanda are now married. Pulkit and Kriti, who have been dating each other for a couple of years now, tied the knot at the ITC Grand Bharat in Manesar, Haryana, amidst the Aravalli range. Both Pulkit and Kriti were born in Delhi, and since their families reside in the NCR region, it is clear why the couple opted for this venue. On 16 March, Pulkit Samrat and Kriti Kharbanda shared the first pictures from their dreamy wedding in a joint post, and we can’t get over it. In the pics, Kriti was seen wearing a stunning pink lehenga. While groom Pulkit complemented his now-wife in a stunning pastle green sherwani. Pulkit’s look stands out to us as his sherwani has the Gayatri mantra written all over it. While dropping these pics, the couple wrote, “From the deep blue sky, To the morning dew. Through the low and the high, It’s only you. From the start to the end, In every now and every then, When my heart beats different, It’s got to be you. Constantly, Consistently, Continually, You!” Kriti and Pulkit have appeared together in several films like 'Veerey Ki Wedding', 'Taish', and 'Pagalpanti'. Pulkit was previously married to Shweta Rohira. The speculations around Pulkit and Kriti's wedding surfaced after the duo on Valentine's Day shared similar pictures of themselves from their romantic vacation. It's their captions that hinted that they will get married in March. "Let's March together, hand in hand #happyvalentinesday," Kriti wrote on Instagram, adding a picture of herself with Pulkit. (With Inputs from ANI)
19 March,2024 02:06 PM IST | MumbaiJaved Akhtar got emotional as he remembered the tough times he faced when he was struggling in the film industry. He mentioned how hunger can make a person feel like an animal, blurring the lines between humanity and survival. He reflects on the extravagant meals he enjoys now and wonders how precious they would have been back when he went days without eating. Did you know? Javed Akhtar spent days without food During an interview with Barkha Dutt for Mojo Story, Javed was questioned about his complex relationship with his father and whether he recalls the events leading up to him being pushed onto the streets. “I remember the minutest detail,” He added, “I feel very thankful for life, instead of getting sad about it, or feeling victimised or persecuted, I feel very thankful to life.” “So often, in the mornings… I live by the sea, I can only see the ocean from my windows. I sit there, and they bring breakfast on a trolley. I feel like maybe I’m a part of some drama, that all this doesn’t belong to me. And I feel so thankful to life. Look! I have so much food, I can eat. I sit at my dining table many times, when I finish eating, I see so much food is still there. And I feel if I could’ve gotten just one dish, that daal, or that sabzi, that night when I was so hungry, how much I would have enjoyed it.” He continued. The veteran writer was teared up remembering his past. “On one hand, I do remember those tough days, but on the other hand, I feel extremely thankful, because there must be crores and crores of people who suffered the way I suffered, but they were not rewarded or compensated.” When he was asked if there were days when he didn’t have food to eat, he stated, “Oh, what a question. Many times.” Talking about what he would do in these moments, he said, "When you don’t have anything to eat, you don’t do anything. Actually, it’s very interesting. Suppose you haven’t eaten anything since morning, and you go to somebody’s house, and they’re sitting at the dining table, and they say, ‘Aaiye khana kha lijiye (Come, eat with us)’, and spontaneously many times it has happened, I’ve said, ‘Nahi, kha ke aaya hoon (No, I just ate)’. If they came to know that I was dying of starvation, that would be very shameful.”
19 March,2024 12:51 PM IST | MumbaiAishwarya Rai lost her father, Krishnaraj Rai, on March 18, 2017. Since then, she's been posting on Instagram every year to remember him. This Monday, she shared a mix of old and new photos in his memory. Aishwarya Rai posts new picture with daughter Aaradhya Rai Bachchan One was a throwback of her daughter Aaradhya Bachchan kissing her grandfather, and another showed Aishwarya with Aaradhya and her mother, Brindya Rai, with a photo of late Krishnaraj Rai in the background. On Instagram, Aishwarya wrote, "✨❤️Love you eternally, dearest darling Daddy-Ajjaaa🥰💖🙏🤗💝😘🧿💐🌸🌹🌷🌸🌼🌺🪷🍀🌟🌈✨Thank you for all your Blessings🙏🧿✨." Aaradhya Bachchan, in a photo with her mom and grandmother, sported a hairstyle without her usual bangs. Aishwarya Rai posts new picture with daughter Aaradhya Rai Bachchan, see pic View this post on Instagram A post shared by AishwaryaRaiBachchan (@aishwaryaraibachchan_arb) Aaradhya Bachchan's last spotting Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s daughter Aaradhya is back making headlines once again for her hairstyle. The star kid and her family, who were present at the pre-wedding festivities of billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s son Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, left Jamnagar on Sunday night after the extravagant event was concluded. Pictures and videos of Aaradhya dressed in a heavily sequinned white lehenga surfaced on social media. However, what grabbed eyeballs was her new hairstyle. Instead of rocking a fringe which she’s had all her childhood, she opted for curtain bangs that complimented her straight hair. Aaradhya grabbed the spotlight in December 2023 for her performance during the annual day function at Dhirubhai Ambani International School in Mumbai. Post her performance, grandfather Amitabh Bachchan wrote on his blog, "I shall be with you shortly .. busy getting over the Concert at Aaradhya's School and her performance .. such a delight and a moment of pride for all of us .. a complete natural on stage the little one - well not little anymore ..so later .." Notably, Abhishek and Aishwarya got married on April 20, 2007, in an intimate wedding ceremony at one of Amitabh Bachchan's bungalows- Prateeksha. The duo, who has shared screen space in movies like 'Guru', 'Dhoom 2' and more, welcomed their first child Aaradhya on November 16, 2011.
19 March,2024 12:36 PM IST | MumbaiActor Bobby Deol is currently riding high on the success of his latest release ‘Animal’. Apart from his action, the star also received rave reviews for his entry in the film with an old Iranian song titled ‘Jamaal Jamaaloo’, which the makers have officially released as ‘Jamal Kudu’. The song has garnered a lot of love, and a scene where Bobby puts a whisky glass on his head and balances it while dancing has become an iconic part of the entire movie. Everyone is trying to recreate the scene, and it looks like the fever has not yet subsided. Yesterday, the entire Bollywood turned out for an event in the city. Bobby Deol was amongst the celebrities who attended the starry night. As the actor took the stage during the event, Varun Dhawan and Arjun Kapoor joined him to shake a leg. As soon as the actors took the stage, ‘Jamal Kudu’ played in the background and Bobby started recreating the iconic scene, but what made us all smile wider was Varun and Arjun’s actions. The two youngsters started copying Bobby Deol’s famous 90s dance step and the song changed to ‘Duniya Haseeno Ka Mela’. 'Animal' was helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. It was one of the biggest blockbusters of 2023. However, it was also criticized for its depiction of misogyny. Prem Chopra, Shakti Kapoor, and Suresh Oberoi also featured in the film. The film left many fans excited as it had a post-credits scene, teasing a sequel titled 'Animal Park', in which Ranbir would potentially have a double role. 'Animal' revolves around a troubled father-son relationship and has Ranbir in the role of Rannvijay Singh, who goes on to exact revenge after there's an assassination attempt on his father. The film raked in over Rs 800 crore at the box office. Earlier, Bobby took to Instagram to express gratitude for showering love on his character. He wrote, "Falling short of words to describe this feeling. Grateful to each and every one of you for showering #TeamAnimal & Abrar with unconditional love." On the work front, Bobby Deol will be seen in ‘Kanguva’. The teaser of the upcoming period action drama film, ‘Kanguva’, starring Suriya Sivakumar and Bobby Deol, will be out today March 19th.
19 March,2024 12:22 PM IST | MumbaiShraddha Kapoor loves to have a good time with photographers, and her playful interactions with them often make the rounds online. This Monday night was no exception, as she joined them for a impromptu pizza party at an award show. She even requested an extra pizza, adding to the fun. The video of the moment has been making waves on social media. Shraddha Kapoor asks paps for extra pizza The video, posted by Instant Bollywood, shows Shraddha requesting an extra pizza, saying, "Ek extra hai kya. Main le lu pukka.” (Is there an extra one? Can i take it, for sure?.)" She appreciates the photographers for their kindness. They also seem pleased with her humble attitude. Shraddha looked stunning in a pink shimmer gown. In another clip, she expresses gratitude to the photographers for sharing the pizza with her. Netizens immedietly flooded the comment section with love. One user said, "This is the reason why majority of people love her!!! Look at the way she talks so down to earth personality" Another fan wrote, "Pure foodie 😍 such a sweetie 😍" One wrote, "Most polite, humble and cute actress in Bollywood! Shraddha Kapoor is a great role model in every possible way and I can't feel any prouder of her. Lots of love from her mexican fan." Shraddha Kapoor asks paps for extra pizza, take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) Shraddha Kapoor's work front Talking about Shraddha's work front, she was last seen in director Luv Ranjan's 'Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar' opposite Ranbir Kapoor. She will be next seen in the horror comedy film 'Stree 2' alongside RajKummar Rao, Pankaj Tripathi and Aparshakti Khurrana. Helmed by Amar Kaushik, the film also stars Abhishek Banerjee in the lead role. The film recently went on floors in Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh. Makers of the upcoming horror comedy film officially announced their film at a grand event in Mumbai in last April where the team enacted a skit to announce the release date of the horror comedy sequel. 'Stree' was released in the year 2018 and was declared a blockbuster hit. The sequel will be out in theatres in August 2024.
19 March,2024 12:06 PM IST | MumbaiVedaa Teaser Out: The much-awaited teaser of the upcoming action-packed film 'Vedaa' has finally been unveiled, giving audiences a glimpse into the intense showdown between John Abraham and Abhishek Banerjee. Alongside them, Sharvari shines, promising an electrifying cinematic experience. In this adrenaline-fueled thriller, John Abraham takes on the role of the steadfast protagonist, pitted against Abhishek Banerjee's compelling portrayal of an enigmatic antagonist. The teaser offers a preview of their clash, setting the stage for a high-stakes battle that is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Notably, Abhishek Banerjee's portrayal as a politician adds an intriguing layer to the narrative, hinting at complex power dynamics and gripping plot twists. With both actors delivering powerhouse performances, anticipation for 'Vedaa' has skyrocketed, leaving fans eagerly awaiting its release. Taking to social media, Abhishek Banerjee shares, "Iss jung ka ek hi maqsad hai, nyaay haasil karna! Are you ready? #VedaaTeaserOutNow. (Link in bio) Releasing in cinemas on 12th July." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Abhishek Banerjee (@nowitsabhi) As soon as Abhishek dropped the teaser, fans started reacting to the thrilling clip. One fan wrote, “Wow, we are going to see u in negative role waiting”. “Awesome sir, what a look,” wrote another fan, while others dropped heart emojis. 'Vedaa' promises to deliver an immersive cinematic experience, blending heart-pounding action with gripping storytelling. As excitement mounts, audiences can hardly wait to witness the epic showdown between John Abraham and Abhishek Banerjee unfold on the big screen. Earlier while sharing his feelings, Nikkhil Advani said, "It took me and Aseem Arrora six years to work out a script based on two horrific incidents, a script that would have the same impact that 'Batla House', my previous collaboration with John Abraham had. There were days when Sharvari had to really keep herself from breaking down when we started shooting. As a young girl, she had to reach places that were very uncomfortable." He added, "Vedaa is a story of a girl and her cynical, bitter mentor seeking justice from the highest voices of power in our country. While it ticks the boxes of the "inspired by true stories" subjects that I gravitate towards, it was challenging for me to do the level of action that John as an actor and character performs in the film."
19 March,2024 10:55 AM IST | MumbaiTanushree Dutta evokes nostalgia for many of us; the actress gave us some very beautiful films in her short-spanning career. Today, as Tanushree Dutta celebrates her birthday, here is a look back at her journey in the film industry. Born in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand on March 19, 1984, Tanushree started her career as a model. She participated and won Femina Miss India Universe in 2004. Before entering the glitz and glamour of the Hindi film industry, Tanushree ventured into Tamil Cinema and debuted with "Theeratha Vilayattu Pillai". Later in 2005, Dutta's Bollywood debut "Chocolate" came. Directed by Vivek Agnihotri, the film stars Anil Kapoor, Suniel Shetty, Emraan Hashmi, Arshad Warsi, Irrfan Khan, and many others. Although the film didn't do well at the box office, it attracted a lot of controversy. Later, Tanushree went on to do a few more films; her last movie was in 2013 when she starred in "Hum Ne Li Hai Shapath". Tanushree gained a lot of headlines during her time in the industry, but it was barely about her films. The actress attracted public and media attention soon after her debut in Bollywood. Dutta was dominating headlines because of her serious allegations against a few of the industry's A-listers. After her debut with Vivek Agnihotri's film, the actress accused the director of harassing her. Dutta also made serious allegations against Nana Patekar, Ganesh Acharya, and others. But for those who think this was the only thing that made Tanushree get attention are not right. There was and is a lot beyond the MeToo movement to talk about. There are people who have celebrated Tanushree's journey for her acting skills and talent. Even though she had a very short-spanning career, her contribution to movies has given her a fan base who still cherish her work. During an almost decade-long career, Dutta has given us films like Aashiq Banaya Aapne, Dhol, Risk and others. In an interview in 2013, she said that she took a break and tried recuperation using Eastern spirituality. Initially, she stayed at an ashram for one and a half years. Then, she went to Ladakh where she learned Buddhist meditation. She also practices Vipassana meditation. Today, we still enjoy her work and hope to see her making a comeback.
19 March,2024 10:54 AM IST | MumbaiSara Ali Khan is making headlines for her upcoming period drama 'Ae Watan Mere Watan'. The actress, who is on a promotion spree right now, talked about how this genre is new to her and how her image of being a ‘namaste darshakon’ girl or the ‘knock knock’ joke girl will not help her to play this role. In a conversation with News18, the actress spoke her heart out and shared, “As an actor, this is a genre I’ve never done. So now, I don’t have the crutch of being the ‘namaste darshakon’ girl, the ‘knock knock’ joke girl, the girl with the abs or the bubbly and bindass girl who will just speak her mind. My sasti juttis isn’t going to help here." Sara Ali Khan’s bubbly nature has made her everyone's favourite, but while talking about taking up this new role and showing a very different side of her, Sara shared that while playing this character, she had a totally different level of self-confidence, self-belief, and almost saatvik positivity that she had to bring to the table, which according to her, is a part of her personality. However, being a part of a story like Ae Watan Mere Watan that’s inspired by true events brought her a sense of pride. When quizzed about the same, she said, “It did, a 150 percent on every level! As a human being, I’m proud to be able to tell a story of an integral part of the Quit India Movement. I realise that I can’t always change the world. It’s about whatever little I can do. In this day and age, people are reluctant to do absolutely anything because they feel like, ‘Arrey, hum kya hi kar lenge!’ But kuch toh kar lo. Boond boond se banta hai sagar. That’s the whole point.” A Dharmatic Entertainment Production, the Amazon Original Movie is produced by Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen Mishra. Directed by Kannan Iyer, the film has been written by Iyer and Darab Farooqui. The film also features Sachin Khedekar, Abhay Verma, Sparsh Shrivastav, Alexx O'Neil, and Anand Tiwari in pivotal roles. The film is set to premiere exclusively on Prime Video in India and across more than 240 countries and territories worldwide on March 21 in Hindi with dubs in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada.
19 March,2024 09:58 AM IST | MumbaiActor Ranvir Shorey made several headlines after his breakup with Mahesh Bhatt’s daughter Pooja Bhatt, but for the longest time, Ranvir avoided conversation around this part of his personal life. Now, in an interview, the actor talked about the relationship and shared that he had a great regard for Mahesh Bhatt until the fiasco happened. In a conversation with ANI, Ranvir Shorey shared that his respect for Bhatt was used against him to manipulate him. Ranvir said, "I had great regard for Mr Bhatt (Mahesh Bhatt) until the fiasco happened when I was seeing his daughter (Pooja Bhatt). Then I saw that actually whatever respect I had for him was being used to manipulate me... very duplicitous behaviour going on." "This fully happens, you know, ganging up against someone, elbowing them out, standing on somebody's toes, scuttling somebody's career. This happens. This is a fact. It happens in politics, corporate, and media too. But this part is not glamorous," he added. Earlier in 2020, when the news of Pooja and Ranvir’s abusive relationship was spreading like wildfire, while reacting to a news article Ranvir shared, “These kinds of articles are the result of the sustained defamatory and malicious PR campaign that these film moguls have targeted me with for years! None of the media will bother to fact-check old police and media records that will show that it was I who was abused by them,” he had tweeted. According to Ranvir, Pooja’s ex-husband Manish Makhija was his best friend but later he turned around and married her. “This guy in the photos used to be my best friend right up until after the incident, and then turned around and married her. All kinds of relationships are manipulated and psychological warfare used,” he had said. Pooja and Manish got married in 2003 and announced their separation in 2014. Pooja has not legally separated from him. Ranvir is known for his work in films including 'Jism', 'Lakshya'. He received much appreciation for his role in films such as 'Khosla Ka Ghosla', 'Traffic Signal, 'Bheja Fry', among others. He was also seen in 'Accident or Conspiracy: Godhra'. His recent show 'Sunflower season 2' is receiving a good response.
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