04 June,2026 07:54 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist Team
Gaurav Gera and Manoj Bajpayee (Pictures via Instagram)
Actor and comedian Gaurav Gera may be basking in the success of the Dhurandhar film franchise. However, his journey to fame was anything but smooth. Reflecting on his early days in Mumbai, Gaurav revealed the financial struggles he endured before making it in the entertainment industry. In a recent interview with Jist, he shared, "Mere account mein Rs 84 thhe." Recalling those difficult times, he added that he would pass an HDFC Bank branch every day, bow to it and pray, "Mera khayal rakhna." Our sources tell us that Gaurav is expected to soon be seen in a Punjabi film.
Actor Manoj Bajpayee has revealed that he has often considered quitting acting due to the emotional toll of portraying intense characters. "Taking intense characters and performing them over the years makes you a very moody person. The mood swings are way too high. For the past 10 years, I've had thoughts of quitting acting. But then I find a nice role and go back to work," he said in a recent podcast. The actor added that he now longs for lighter projects, saying, "Lately, I have been craving to do a commercial film. I want to do complete nonsense work. I want to escape from all the things I have been doing." Manoj also admitted, "A lot of times, I don't have any memory of the roles I have done."
Haters gonna hate, and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's gonna do what she does best - shine bright. The actor's Cannes appearances may have got a mixed response, but now she is making headlines again. Aishwarya has been announced as the global brand ambassador for JW Marriott, marking her first major global brand collaboration since her long-standing association with L'Oréal. Reflecting on the partnership, Aishwarya, who will front international campaigns for the luxury hospitality brand, said, "Travel has always been an important part of my life, both personally and professionally. The most meaningful experiences are often the quietest ones, when you are fully aware of where you are and who you are with. I am honoured to represent a brand that values presence and purpose in equal measure."
