Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s new streaming series, Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, is getting a lot of love for its stunning visuals and grandeur. Meanwhile, actress Aditi Rao Hydari, who has a significant role as 'Bibbojaan' in 'Heeramandi,' which has an all-female cast, recently talked about a time when Bhansali got angry at her during filming and another time when he didn't let her eat to amp up her emotions for a scene. Aditi Rao Hydari reveals SLB did not let her eat one day In a chat with Bollywood Hungama, Aditi Rao Hydari said, “That happened during the shooting of the first mujra. We started our shoot with ‘Hath hojao‘, which was the first mujra I did. I had also just recovered from Covid at that time. By the end of the first day… the costume was heavy and my brain was not taking in anymore… I could see what he was telling me, I could understand it, but the firing wasn’t happening. But, trust me, what he was saying made complete sense. I was so disappointed in myself because I knew he didn’t get what he wanted. But, just before we wrapped, we got it. My thing here was that he believed so much in us so I never wanted to see him disappointed.” She mentioned that Bhansali used to tease her a lot because he found it "really difficult" to make her show anger convincingly, “He used to say, ‘If I say angry scene, she’ll do one love scene with full Shringar bhav,‘ about me. And he’s right. For me, to be angry is the most tiring thing, especially the very outward anger. And I have to be this passionate, rousing girl (here). I have to make all these people (the other characters) believe in what I’m saying." “One day, we did two-three takes and then he just called me very sweetly and he started speaking to me. I immediately got taken into another world. He speaks very beautifully and he speaks from his heart, so it’s very passionate and I had tears in my eyes. And then he said we were going to shoot this scene and gave everybody a lunch break, except me. He asked, ‘Is that okay?’ I was like, ‘Done’. So I didn’t eat and it really helped me. It kept me on the edge and not soft. So I went back to my van and I just thought about everything that he said. He basically told me a story. I came back and we shot it and it was okay.” She added that there was never any conflict between them at any point.
05 May,2024 04:08 PM IST | MumbaiTo say Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt are a super popular couple in Bollywood, would be an understatement. They have a cute daughter named Raha, born in 2022. This cute family often go out together, and their fans love seeing pictures of their adorable kid. Alia Bhatt & Ranbir Kapoor's daughter Raha spends sunny day out Earlier today, Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt’s daughter, Raha, was seen hanging out with their close friend and director, Ayan Mukerji, in the city. The video of their outing quickly became popular online. Ayan was filmed carrying Raha affectionately as they walked towards a nearby restaurant. After a quick glance inside, Ayan returned with a smile and headed back to his car. Meanwhile, Raha seemed to be enjoying a snack happily. Ayan kept it casual in a blue t-shirt, white shorts, and sneakers. Raha, on the other hand, looked adorable in a charming white and green floral outfit. Alia Bhatt & Ranbir Kapoor's daughter Raha spends sunny day in Mumbai: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) Why was Raha in the news recently? Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor have been grabbing all the headlines since the arrival of their little bundle of joy, Raha. The couple has been working hard to provide a perfect life for their baby girl. Since Raha's birth, Ranbir has been madly in love with his daughter. Now, reports suggest that the doting father is all set to give Raha the most expensive gift any star kid has ever received. If the little birdies are to be trusted, then Ranbir Kapoor is planning to register the Rs 250-crore Krishna Raj bungalow after Raha, making her richest star kid. According to a source cited by Bollywood Life, "Ranbir and Alia are both equally investing their hard-earned money to make their dream house. The house will cost more than Rs 250 crore once it's all done This will become the most expensive bungalow in the Mumbai area compared with Shah Rukh Khan's Mannat and Amitabh Bachchan's Jalsa." Revealing Ranbir's affectionate gesture towards his daughter, the source shared, "It is also said that Ranbir, who is madly and deeply in love with his daughter Raha Kapoor, will name the bungalow in her name, and this will make the little one the richest star kid in the B Town. Along with this massive bungalow, both Alia and Ranbir own 4 flats in the Bandra area and the worth is more than 60 crore."
05 May,2024 03:43 PM IST | MumbaiRenowned Indian tennis sensation, Sania Mirza, has lent her voice to champion female strength and resilience with a heartfelt shoutout to the film "Akelli," starring Nushrratt Bharuccha. In a powerful campaign video, Mirza shares her own journey of defying societal norms and overcoming challenges, echoing the themes portrayed in the gripping narrative of "Akelli." The film, which follows the compelling story of an ordinary Indian woman thrust into the turmoil of a warzone, resonates deeply with Mirza's life experiences. Drawing parallels between her struggles and those depicted in "Akelli," Mirza passionately asserts, "I am enough alone," challenging stereotypes and inspiring countless women to pursue their dreams fearlessly. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sania Mirza (@mirzasaniar) In her stirring video message, Mirza reflects on her relentless pursuit of excellence, from shattering gender barriers in the world of professional tennis to embracing motherhood amidst skepticism. She boldly declares, "No matter what happens, I am alone enough," embodying the indomitable spirit at the core of both her personal journey and the film's narrative. To amplify the message of empowerment and resilience, Mirza has taken to social media, captioning her video with the hashtags #AkelliKaafiHoon and #AkelliOnJioCinema. Her collaboration with "Akelli" underscores the importance of celebrating female strength and diversity in storytelling, fostering a culture of inclusivity and empowerment. The collaboration between Sania Mirza and "Akelli" represents a powerful convergence of sports, entertainment, and advocacy, amplifying the voices of women and inspiring a new generation to embrace their inherent strength and resilience. Six-time Grand Slam champion Sania Mirza married former Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik in 2010. The couple announced the birth of their son, Izhaan, in 2018. Earlier this year, it was reported that the two have parted ways. The news came after Malik tied the knot with Pakistani actress Sana Javed. Meanwhile, Nushrratt Bharuccha's survival drama movie "Akelli" is now available for streaming on JioCinema. Described as a story of "resilience, courage, and the indomitable human spirit", the movie is directed by first-time filmmaker Pranay Meshram and was released in theatres worldwide in August 2023. In the movie, Bharuccha plays the role of Jyoti, who finds herself struggling for survival after ISIS militants invade the city where she had hoped to start a new chapter. "Akelli" also features Nishant Dahiya, Rajesh Jais, Amir Boutrous, and Tsahi Halevi in pivotal roles. (With inputs from Agencies)
05 May,2024 03:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPragya Jaiswal says it is a beautiful coincidence that in her first Hindi film "Khel Khel Mein", she is sharing the screen space with Akshay Kumar. The Jabalpur-born actor had auditioned for Kumar's 2014 movie "Gabbar Is Back", which was directed by Telugu director Krish Jagarlamudi. Though she didn't get the part, the filmmaker later roped her in for his 2015 movie "Kanche", opposite Varun Tej. "It's a beautiful coincidence. I auditioned for a film which was to be with Akshay sir. But I ended up debuting in the south because of that. And after doing so many films in the south, I'm finally doing my first hindi film with him. I'm just grateful for the opportunity and journey," the 36-year-old actor told PTI in an interview. After "Kanche", Jaiswal starred in Telugu movies such as "Om Namo Venkatesaya", "Gunturodu", "Nakshatram", "Akhanda" and "Son of India". In "Khel Khel Mein", the actor features alongside an ensemble cast that also includes Taapsee Pannu, Vaani Kapoor, Fardeen Khan, Ammy Virk and Aditya Seal. The comedy-drama is written and directed by Mudassar Aziz of "Happy Bhag Jayegi" and "Pati Patni Aur Woh" fame. "For me, it is always about doing the right project. When this one came my way, I felt like it's a lovely role and I'd love to be a part of this film. Things happen when they are supposed to happen. You just have to be patient and work hard. It's an individual journey. I think this film happened at a time when I'm ready for it," she said. Jaiswal said she was initially intimidated by the presence of a star like Kumar but soon realised there is no scope for nervousness on the set. "You don't have scope to be nervous because you're in your character and you have to justify every word, line and moment of being in front of the camera. So I went to sir and introduced myself. "I made the effort to go and chat with everyone because I wanted to get comfortable with them, it was important for all of us to have that camaraderie that reflects on screen," she added. Going forward, Jaiswal said she wants to work with "best directors and biggest superstars". "I want to get the best roles and scripts. That's the driving force of every actor. We are all hungry. We want to do the best of work... I think you just have to grab the opportunity, make the most of it, and hope that it will lead to your dreams one day. I'm hoping that all these opportunities will land me something greater," the actor said. "Khel Khel Mein" is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Vipul D Shah, Ashwin Varde, Rajesh Bahl, Shashikant Sinha and Ajay Rai. It is scheduled for release in theatres on September 6. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
05 May,2024 03:05 PM IST | Mumbai | PTIMakers of the upcoming film 'Savi: A Bloody Housewife' starring Anil Kapoor and Divya Khossla are all set to unveil the teaser of the film. Directed by Abhinay Deo, the film stars Anil Kapoor, Divya Khossla and Harshvardhan Rane in lead roles. Taking to their official Instagram handle, T series films treated fans with motion poster along with teaser announcement. View this post on Instagram A post shared by tseriesfilms (@tseriesfilms) The motion poster features a hand carrying a grocery bag cut to the hand holding a gun. Sharing the poster, they wrote, "Sometimes appearances can be deceiving! Teaser out on 6th May.#SaviABloodyHousewife in cinemas 31st May, 2024." The teaser will be out on May 6. The film is slated to hit cinemas on May 31, 2024. Apart from this, Anil will be seen in the action-drama 'Subedaar'. The film will be directed by Suresh Triveni, who previously directed T-Series' comedy-drama 'Tumhari Sulu' (2017) and 'Jalsa', both headlined by Vidya Balan. Vikram Malhotra, Suresh Triveni, and Anil Kapoor serve as producers for the film. "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," read the official synopsis of the project. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
05 May,2024 03:03 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIOn the occasion of International Firefighters' Day on Saturday, Farhan Akhtar unveiled the poster of the action-packed drama 'Agni' starring Divyenndu Sharma, Pratik Gandhi, and Saiyami Kher. Directed by Rahul Dholakia, the action-packed drama revolves around firefighters. The film boasts a stellar cast including Divyendu Sharma, Pratik Gandhi, and Saiyami Kher in lead roles. Farhan Akhtar took to his Instagram and shared the poster. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Farhan Akhtar (@faroutakhtar) The poster shows Pratik Gandhi portraying a firefighter, carrying a young boy on his shoulder out of the flames. Sharing the poster, he wrote, "This #InternationalFirefightersDay, we celebrate the unsung heroes who risk their lives to save ours. Get ready for #Agni, a tribute to their valour. #ComingSoon." As soon as the poster was shared, fans chimed in the comment section. One of the users wrote, "Jee baat.. I hope after this film people won't ask me what we do actually." Another user commented, "Waiting." The project is backed by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani's Excel Entertainment. Meanwhile, Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani are all set to make a film 'Operation Trident' under their production banner Excel Entertainment. The announcement of the project was held at Nausena Bhawan in New Delhi, in presence of Admiral R Hari Kumar, Ritesh Sidhwani (Producer, Excel Entertainment), Kassim Jagmagia and Vishal Ramchandani (Co-Producers, Excel Entertainment), Abhinav Shukla (Producer, Sunshine Digimedia) Priyanka Belorkar (Co-Producer, Sunshine Digimedia). Excel Entertainment also dropped the film's poster and pictures from the meeting held at Nausena Bhawan. India celebrates December 4 as Navy Day to commemorate Operation Trident - a key offensive during the 1971 India-Pakistan War, when the Indian Navy inflicted heavy damage on Pakistani vessels in Karachi harbour, and the film will highlight this historic triumph. 'Operation Trident' is being made in collaboration With Sunshine Digimedia. The makers have not revealed further details of the film regarding the cast and release date yet. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
05 May,2024 03:01 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIJanhvi Kapoor on Saturday shared a glimpse from the Mahurat Pooja ceremony of her upcoming romantic film 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari'. Taking to Instagram, Janhvi shared a clip featuring herself, Varun Dhawan, Rohit Saraf, Sanya Malhotra, Karan Johar and other actors participating in a Pooja ceremony. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Janhvi Kapoor (@janhvikapoor) The video also captures Janhvi and Varun with clapboard along with their character names 'Sunny Sanskari' and 'Tulsi Kumari'. Earlier today, filmmaker Shashank Khaitan took to his Instagram stories to announce that the cast and crew of the project have started shooting for the film. He shared a photo featuring a clapboard with Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari written on it. Sharing the picture, he wrote, "Day 1 - Sincere Gratitude." Written and directed by Shashank Khaitan, the film is produced by Karan Johar under his company Dharma Productions. 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari' marks the third collaboration of Varun with Shashank after 'Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania' and 'Badrinath Ki Dulhania' and the second collaboration of Janhvi with the director after her debut film 'Dhadak'. The film also marks Varun and Jahnvi's second collaboration after their romantic drama film 'Bawaal'. Interestingly, the film marks Sanya's first project with Shashank Khaitan as well as Dharma Productions. 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari' is all set to hit the theatres on April 18, 2025. Apart from this, he will be seen in the upcoming action-thriller 'Baby John'. 'Baby John' is directed by A Kaleeswaran. Atlee is presenting the film in association with Jio Studios and Cine1 Studios. Makers unveiled the intriguing teaser of the film, which received massive responses from the fans. In the coming months, Varun will be seen in the Indian adaptation of the Hollywood series 'Citadel' opposite actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu. Janhvi, on the other hand, will be next seen in 'Mr and Mrs Mahi' with Rajkummar Rao. She is all set to be seen in the action thriller film 'Ulajh'. Directed by National Award winner Sudhanshu Saria, the patriotic thriller film also stars Gulshan Devaiah and Roshan Mathew, of 'The Poacher' fame, in lead roles. It also stars Rajesh Tailang, Meiyang Chang, Sachin Khedekar, Rajendra Gupta and Jitendra Joshi in pivotal roles. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
05 May,2024 02:59 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIAfter his powerful performance as British police officer Alastair Cartwright in the most loved Netflix series ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar,’ actor Jason Shah is all set to captivate the audience once again with his charm and personality in ‘Jigra’ starring Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina. Sources close to the film reveal, "Yes, Jason has been roped in for the film and the actor has completed his part of the shoot and is in the dubbing stage. The role portrayed by Jason is bang opposite from his looks, and personality in Heeramandi. He will be seen in a very different look from what audiences are used to seeing him in. The character he is portraying requires him to transform his physique from a massive, bulky body to that of a lean college-going guy. This transformation is going to be a surprise package for everyone." ‘Jigra’ is directed by Vasan Bala, whose streaming movie ‘Monica, O My Darling’ received a great response from the audience and critics alike. Vasan, who also created the streaming documentary series ‘Cinema Marte Dum Tak’, has worked with Anurag Kashyap on films like ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ and ‘Gulaal’. The film is all set to hit the theatres on September 27, 2024. It is a tale of a sister's love for her brother and how she would do anything to protect him. Meanwhile, Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar', was released on Netflix on May 1. Jason’s role as Cartwright has stuck with the audience for his portrayal as the villain in the series. For those unversed, he also participated in the reality television show ‘Bigg Boss’. Set against the backdrop of the Indian freedom struggle of the 1940s, 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' promises to be an epic saga of love, power, revenge, and freedom. Through the stories of courtesans and their patrons, the series delves deep into the cultural reality of Heeramandi, offering a compelling narrative that is sure to enthral audiences worldwide. The series, which marks Bhansali's debut in the web world, also stars Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sanjeeda Sheikh, and Sharmin Segal in pivotal roles. (With inputs from Agencies)
05 May,2024 02:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor turned a host for her childhood home in Chennai, owned by her mother and late actress Sridevi. The luxury mansion in Chennai has been listed on the vacation rental company Airbnb's under the category titled 'Icons'. Speaking at the launch event, Janhvi said: "I think this house symbolises such a special chapter in my mother's legacy and in all of our lives. It was her first major purchase once she started working and her 'prized possession' really." The 'Dhadak' fame actress went on to narrate the sweetest memories of her childhood home, saying, "Growing up it was always like a theme in our lives, alright we are going to Chennai, and we have a city house, My mother loved the beach." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Airbnb (@airbnb) At her family's Chennai holiday home, Janhvi will be hosting two guests, providing access to one bedroom and bathroom. "So what you can expect is very good energy, we have made a lot of special memories in that house, an amazing view, access to the beach, and just a nice place to relax and be with yourself," she added. In the Airbnb property, guests can enjoy authentic South Indian cuisine, indulge in Janhvi's beauty secrets, and practice yoga with ocean views. It will be available from May 12. Besides the amenities listed, some of the Icon homes although priced under 100 USD, are available for a free stay. One needs to apply for a golden ticket based on certain criteria. There are 4,000 available this year and Sridevi’s home is a part of the free availing process. When Janhvi was asked about the security measures under these circumstances, she said, “Please don’t steal anything. See I trust my fans a lot and honestly, I trust Airbnb a lot more, they are known for their credibility. I think as far as it comes to letting people in, like I said before, I think we as a family for a very long time were always exploring the idea of sharing this property with people.” On the professional front, Janhvi next has romantic sports drama 'Mr & Mrs Mahi' alongside Rajkummar Rao. She also has the action thriller 'Ulajh' starring Gulshan Devaiah, Roshan Mathew, and Rajesh Tailang as lead. Janhvi is also part of the Telugu action drama 'Devara', starring Jr NTR and Saif Ali Khan in the lead. (With inputs from IANS)
05 May,2024 02:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAfter a successful run across the USA, the play Letters of Suresh is set to make its India debut at the NMACC (Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Center) in Mumbai on May 9. The play by Rajiv Joseph has been adapted by ace playwright Feroz Abbas Khan for its premiere in India. Known for his grand productions like 'Mughal-e-Azam: The Musical', 'Civilisation of Nation' and 'Death of a Salesman', Khan is now set to experiment with a more intimate form of storytelling with 'Letters of Suresh'. "It is a series of monologues apart from one direct conversation," says Feroz talking to mid-day.com about his upcoming play. "It is basically about four people yearning for a connection. It's a very beautiful play and it's in the form of letters and they are communicating with each other through letters and trying to make a connection. That's at the heart of the play." "It's a very identifiable story. There are four stories of four different people. And their lives get intertwined with each other through letters," he added. Despite having produced grand musicals and plays in the past, Feroz Abbas Khan is not skeptical about being able to the attention of the audience with a monologue-driven play. "Performance, acting, and word are the most powerful things in theatre. I could give you an example of my play. One of the biggest successes in the history of theater is Tumhari Amrita. What is it? Just two people sit and read letter. That's all it is. There are so many plays that are going on which have one long monologue. Again, one of my other most successful plays is 'Kuch Bhi Ho Sakta Hain' by Anupam Kher." For Khan, 'Letters of Suresh' is unlike any of his previous plays that had grand production values. "This is very intimate. This is about the words and the actor. So it's a different experience for me. It's the same format like 'Tumhari Amrita' but done in a completely different way. 'Tumhari Amrita' was just two people reading letters. This is about four people performing the letters. It's lot about performance and reads good or better than what it reads". Casting: The Indian adaptation of 'Letters Of Suresh' also brings in an all-India cast. Khan feels that the casting came to him and fit well like the pieces of a puzzle. The play stars Vir Hirani, Palomi Ghosh, Harssh Singh, and Radhika Sawhney. "There were actors who wanted to work with me. It started off with Palomi Ghosh. She's a very fine actress who has worked in films and OTT. Then the other casting that happened was with Vir Hirani (son of filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani)." "Vir was someone who reached out to me and said he would like to work with me. And when I was reading this play, he was absolutely the right casting for it. So, I called him and I did his audition. He was just perfect for the job." Khan had previously worked with Harssh Singh in his play Civilisation to Nation where he played the role of Jawaharlal Nehru. Radhika Sawhney, too, perfectly fits into the role in 'Letters of Suresh'. 'Letters of Suresh' will be staged from 9th May - 12th May in Mumbai at NMACC.
05 May,2024 12:03 PM IST | Mumbai | Athulya NambiarAbhishek Banerjee is one actor who has proved his acting prowess every time by nailing his roles on the screen. Be it films, short films, and web shows, the actor has always entertained his audience. Recently, his film Stolen received a standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival, giving yet another example of his brilliant performance. Abhishek was recently seen speaking about his upcoming movie 'Section 84', in which he will be seen sharing screen space with the legend Amitabh Bachchan. Reminiscing the old days, Abhishek revealed the impact of Amitabh Bachchan on his life during his young days and even as an aspiring actor. Talking about how he feels he has a huge connection with Big B, Abhishek said, "Jab mein chota tha aur maine ne zindagi mein pehle baar filme dekhni shuru ki thi toh, it was him; he was the only actor for me. I was not concerned about anybody else but him. I have grown up watching his films and interviews. I would jump with joy the minute he got any award at any award function. I would watch television just for him and even KBC. So, for me, my life revolved around Amitabh Bachchan." Abhishek further revealed, "I went to the same college where he went, Kirori Mal College. I have done theatres with the same theatre group where Mr Bachchan was a student. So I really think I have a huge connection with him. For me, just to see him was a dream, but I remember a long time ago I had done a short film called Bombay Talkies by Anurag Kashyap and Murabba. I did a ten-second role in Murabba just to be in the film where Mr Bachchan is also acting." "But Section 84 was another level because I was co-acting; I was saying my lines, looking into his eyes, and he was delivering his magnanimous in front of me. So it was a special moment for me; it was almost like, even if I was co-acting, I was cheering for him, just like I have been doing all my life. So yes, it's my childhood dream to be with him and act with him, and with Section 84, it all fell into place. I am really, really excited about the film that it will hit theaters next year." He added. On the work front, Abhishek has some amazing big projects in the lineup, and he will be seen in ‘Stree 2’, ‘Vedaa’, ‘Bhediya 2’, ‘Section 84’, and ‘Stolen’.
05 May,2024 11:36 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
