Rakhi Sawant attended a press conference in the city on Saturday evening. At the press conference, the actress addressed the gun-firing incident outside Salman Khan's house on April 14. Sawant who shares a close bond with Salman Khan expressed concern over his safety. She also urged PM Modi to increase Khan's security. At the press conference, while talking about the moment she found out about the incident, Rakhi said, "I cried a lot when I found out. I was in Dubai. Salman Khan is more important to our country than the Kohinoor diamond. We need Salman Khan to be safe. Modi Ji, you provided so much security to Kangana Ranaut for no reason". She further said Salman Khan is extremely important for the country and his safety should be prioritized. "Salman is also the messiah of the poor. I will join my hands and say to Salman Khan that he should never come to the balcony. So, for his fans, I think he can book a big hotel and come there, where there is security," Rakhi added. "We want Salman Khan to be safe. Modi Ji, please provide Salman Khan with Z-class, X-class, Y-class, and all levels of security. You gave so much security to Kangana Ranaut without any reason. There was no one after her. So, I think Salman Khan should be given a lot of security. He is our Bollywood legend. He is my brother too," Rakhi remarked in her appeal. About the gun firing incident: The Salman Khan house firing incident occurred on April 14 when two individuals on a motorcycle fired four rounds outside the Galaxy Apartments, where Salman Khan resides, before fleeing the scene. Both suspects were captured on CCTV footage wearing caps and carrying backpacks. The Mumbai Crime Branch had previously named criminal Lawrence Bishnoi and his brother Anmol Bishnoi as the prime perpetrators of the Salman Khan house firing incident. Following the discovery of significant evidence, both were added to the list of wanted accused, reported ANI. According to the report, a case has been filed against four people in connection with the firing incident at Salman Khan's home, including Anmol and Lawrence Bishnoi. Prior to the shooting, the perpetrators had done reconnaissance on Khan's house several times, including a visit to his farmland.
27 April,2024 10:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Yami Gautam-starrer political drama 'Article 370,' which has been making waves since its release, recently caught the attention of international audiences. A Singaporean resident recently watched the film and commended its impactful storytelling. Yami expressed her gratitude by sharing a video of the man, a local tea stall vendor in Singapore, who praised the film. In the video, the man expressed genuine admiration for the movie and admitted that he had limited knowledge about Kashmir before watching it. "I saw the movie, and it really excited me. I don't know much about Kashmir, but this is the first time I saw something that was very enlightening," he said. The man also made a special mention of Yami Gautam and said that he loved her performance. "I loved her acting. She did her best, and I am going to watch more of her movies. Keep it up and all the best," he added. Moved by the unexpected praise from abroad, Yami wrote a heartfelt message along with the video and shared her feelings on Instagram. "A well-wisher of ours sent us a video featuring a very sweet gentleman, a tea vendor from Singapore, who shared his thoughts about our film. Although he couldn't recall my name, he apparently referred to me as "the one with all the guns." Such gestures & genuine reactions are immensely heartwarming...It feels wonderful how our film #Article370 has touched millions of hearts and enlightened them. Forever grateful for the love and support. Thank you," she wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Yami Gautam Dhar (@yamigautam) 'Article 370', directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Aditya Suhas Jambhale, delves into the pivotal event of the revocation of Article 370 by the Central government on August 5, 2019. The decision, which stripped the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir of its special status, is depicted through the lens of realism and factual storytelling in the film. The movie, set in the scenic valley of Kashmir, captures the essence of the historical event without resorting to melodrama, as commended by Aditya Dhar. Alongside Yami Gautam, the film features an ensemble cast including Priyamani, Arun Govil, and Kiran Karmarkar. Produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Aditya Dhar, and Lokesh Dhar, 'Article 370' hit the cinemas on February 23, offering audiences a thought-provoking glimpse into the complexities of Kashmir's history and the struggles surrounding the revocation of its special status. Yami is next set to grace the screens in the upcoming film 'Dhoom Dhaam'. 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
27 April,2024 09:44 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIBollywood actress Sonali Bendre recently recalled her glory days in Bollywood and revealed some interesting anecdotes. She was talking to Humans of Bombay. In her hit song in the film 'Naraaz', Sonali revealed all her costumes were hand-me-downs of the main lead Pooja Bhatt, “When I signed 'Naraaz' with Bhatt sahib, the clothes for the second heroine were the rejects of Pooja Bhatt. That’s what came to me. But the advantage of that was her rejects were clothes only I could pull off. Suddenly that one song from Naaraz made me.” Further talking about the importance put on looks in Bollywood, the actress said, “Film is a visual medium, that’s the business. There is no need to shy away from it. If you do not look a certain way, you cannot be on screen. You need to have a certain kind of symmetry, and it is only because of that symmetry I got into this business.” Sonali Bendre is also an outsider and it is a debate that has become mainstream in the recent years. Sharing her two cents on the insider-outsider debate in the industry, Bendre said, “I remember most of my career, I was not enjoying what I was doing. When I was shooting Naraaz, I did not even know ‘5,6,7,8’ was the cue. Everyone started to dance while I was still waiting for the director to call ‘action.’ I was so embarrassed. I felt like an imposter.” Recently, Sonali also spoke about the idea of feminism and what it means to her. Her comment comes in the wake of Nora Fatehi's controversial comments about the same. "The definition has taken on this connotation of ‘male-bashing’ which a lot of us are not comfortable with. I am not comfortable with ‘male-bashing.’ We are looking for equal rights and you want equal rights not up and down. Again that is an imbalance. What you want is a balance and either way when the scale moves and there's no balance, then there is a problem," Bendre said in an interview with Janice Sequeira. Sonali Bendre is currently gearing up for the second season of 'The Broken News 2'. The show also stars Shriya Pilgaonkar and Jaideep Ahlawat.
27 April,2024 07:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actress Parineeti Chopra, who has been receiving a lot of positive response to her work in the recently released streaming series 'Amar Singh Chamkila', opened up on financial challenges during the initial phase of her career. The actress said that she was asked by her advisors to hire a fitness expert and a nutritionist and pay them Rs 4 lakh a month to lose weight. This was something that she could not afford especially when she was paid Rs 5 lakh for her first film. Talking to Raj Shamani on his podcast, Parineeti said that she doesn't come from a very rich background. She said, "I'm actually a very simple, middle-class girl. I genuinely don't understand Bollywood. I genuinely don't know how people in Mumbai operate. I don't have these high-flying friends. I don't have a trainer, stylist, everything already ready for me. And people who were already from here and already knew this world judged me a lot." The actress then shared how she went up to a co-actor who "grew up in Mumbai" and in the world of films. When she told him about financial challenges owing to high expenditure for a fitness expert and the nutritionist, her co-actor told her if she can't afford them, she is not in the right profession. She said, "I was like, 'I don't have Rs 4 lakh a month to pay. I don't make that money.' This is my third film,' And I remember going up to a co-actor of mine who has definitely grown up in Bombay, in this world, and of course, comes from a place of privilege.' He's like, 'Why aren't you hiring these people?' And I said, 'Listen, but I really can't afford it.' I was paid Rs 5 lakh for my first film. He was like, 'If you can't afford it, then you shouldn't be in this profession.'" 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
27 April,2024 06:41 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSActor Arshad Warsi is one of the most entertaining actors in Bollywood. And in recent times, he even has some very interesting projects coming up. Two of them are with Akshay Kumar and both are simply spectacular. Arshad will next be seen in 'Welcome To The Jungle' that boasts of a starry ensemble cast. Apart from that, Warsi also has 'Jolly LLB 3' in the pipeline. As per a source, Arshad is set to kickstart the next shooting schedule soon. A source close to the development reveals, "Arshad Warsi will begin a month-long schedule in Rajasthan soon. The pre-production work on the location has already begun." The film directed by Subhash Kapoor was said to go on floors in May. Jolly LLB 3 also stars Akshay Kumar. As per reports, it is said that in the third installment both the Jolly's will be at loggerheads, Saurabh Shukla will be seen playing the judge in this one too. Makers have reportedly finalized a relevant case too. However, so far no announcement has been made about the film's leading lady. It is said that 'Jolly LLB 3' will be shot throughout 2024 and it might hit the big screens in 2025. About the Jolly LLB franchise: Jolly LLB was released in theatres in 2013. It is a Hindi language dark comedy courtroom drama that starred Arshad Warsi, Amrita Rao, Boman Irani, and Saurabh Shukla. In Jolly LLB (2013), Arshad Warsi's character Jagdish Tyagi, a small-time lawyer, takes on a high-profile case involving a hit-and-run accident, calling out the crooked establishment and its abuse of justice. The story is inspired by the events of the Sanjeev Nanda hit-and-run case of 1999. In the sequel to the film, Arshad was replaced by Akshay Kumar for the role of Jagdish Tyagi. The film which was released in 2017 also saw Huma Qureshi, Annu Kapoor and Kumud Mishra in special roles. In the film, Tyagi hoodwinks a woman to start his own law firm. However, he feels guilty and tries to make things right when he finds out that she dies by suicide for failing to get justice for her husband.
27 April,2024 04:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThere is an immense buzz and hype around filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film 'Ramayana'. While an official announcement regarding the film is yet not made, the makers have already started shooting for the film. After months of prep, actor Ranbir Kapoor who is playing Lord Ram in the film has begun the shoot. A couple of pictures of Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi as Lord Ram and Sita shooting for the film have made their way to social media. The pictures from the sets of the film was exclusively obtained by ZoomTV. In the pictures, Ranbir and Sai Pallavi are seen dressed in traditional outfits and walking together with a smile on their faces. Designer duo Rimple and Harpreet have confirmed that they are crafting costumes for the forthcoming magnum opus 'Ramayana', directed by Nitesh Tiwari. Harpreet told IANS, "We are absolutely elated and honoured to be entrusted with the monumental task of designing costumes for the upcoming historical movie, 'Ramayana'." Rimple added, "This opportunity feels like a true blessing, as the Ramayana holds unparalleled significance in our country's cultural heritage." The duo has previously showcased their talent by creating stunning costumes for films like 'Padmaavat', 'Housefull 4', and the upcoming series 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Hapreet called it "a huge responsibility" as "Ramayana not only embodies the essence of timeless values and virtues but also serves as a guiding light for generations." "We are deeply committed to bringing forth the richness and intricacy of this epic tale through our designs, paying homage to its profound impact on our collective consciousness," Rimple added. Additionally, Lara Dutta portrays Kaikeyi, and Arun Govil depicts Raja Dashrath.While there's no official confirmation, it has come to the fore that Bobby Deol reportedly approached to play Kumbhkaran. There are also rumours swirling around Vijay Sethupathi's potential portrayal of Raavan's youngest brother, Vibhishan. Yash is rumoured to play the role of Raavana and is also the co-producer of the film. Sunny Deol is said to play the role of Lord Hanuman.
27 April,2024 03:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOn the 11th anniversary of the timeless romantic drama 'Aashiqui 2, we delve into the magic that continues to captivate audiences through its unforgettable songs. Released on April 26, 2013, this musical masterpiece directed by Mohit Suri left an indelible mark on Bollywood cinema with its poignant storyline and soul-stirring melodies. Let's take a trip down memory lane and revisit the enchanting melodies of Shraddha Kapoor and Aditya Roy Kapur starrer that defined the essence of romance: Tum Hi Ho: This heart-wrenching ballad sung by Arijit Singh became an instant sensation, resonating with lovebirds worldwide. With its soulful lyrics penned by Mithoon and haunting melody, 'Tum Hi Ho' remains an anthem for eternal love. Sun Raha Hai Na Tu: Another gem by Arijit Singh, this song beautifully portrays the pain of separation and the yearning for love. Composed by Ankit Tiwari, 'Sun Raha Hai Na Tu' strikes a chord with its emotional depth and stirring vocals. Chahun Main Ya Naa: A melodious duet sung by Arijit Singh and Palak Muchhal, this song embodies the dilemma of conflicted emotions in love. With Jeet Ganguly's soulful composition and Irshad Kamil's evocative lyrics, 'Chahun Main Ya Naa' remains a favourite among romantic playlists. Piya Aaye Na: This melancholic track, sung by KK and Tulsi Kumar, beautifully captures the agony of unrequited love. With its haunting melody and heartfelt lyrics, 'Piya Aaye Na' evokes raw emotions and leaves a lasting impact on listeners. Hum Mar Jayenge: A poignant declaration of unconditional love, this song sung by Arijit Singh and Tulsi Kumar tugs at the heartstrings. With its soothing melody and profound lyrics, 'Hum Mar Jayenge' embodies the resilience of love in the face of adversity. Bhula Dena: Sung by Mustafa Zahid, this soul-stirring track encapsulates the pain of letting go and moving on. With its poignant lyrics and evocative composition, 'Bhula Dena' strikes a chord with anyone who has experienced the agony of lost love. Aasan Nahin Yahan: This haunting melody sung by Arijit Singh captures the anguish of a broken heart. With its soulful rendition and poignant lyrics, 'Aasan Nahin Yahan' leaves a profound impact, reminding listeners of the fragility of love. Milne Hai Mujhse Aayi: A song filled with longing and desire, this track súng by Arijit Singh mesmerizes with its enchanting melody. Complemented by Irshad Kamil's heartfelt lyrics, 'Milne Hai Mujhse Aayi' evokes the bittersweet emotions of love. 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
27 April,2024 02:24 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIIrrfan Khan Death Anniversary 2024: Irrfan Khan's career spanned over three decades, and he was widely regarded as one of the most talented and versatile actors in the Indian film industry. His performances in these iconic roles are a testament to his range and ability to bring depth and emotion to any character he played. As April 29 marks the death anniversary of the late actor, Irrfan Khan, let's revisit some of the memorable roles played by the legendary star. Maqbool: Irrfan Khan's portrayal of the titular character in this adaptation of Shakespeare's "Macbeth" cemented his reputation as a versatile and talented actor. Directed by ace director Vishal Bhardwaj, the blockbuster crime drama also starred Tabu, Pankaj Kapoor, Piyush Mishra, Naseeruddin Shah, and Om Puri in pivotal roles. The Lunchbox: In this critically acclaimed film, Irrfan Khan played the role of Saajan Fernandes, a lonely and isolated man who forms a connection with a young woman named Ila, flawlessly played by Nimrat Kaur, through a mistaken delivery of a lunchbox. Besides Irrfan and Nimrat, the movie also features Nawazuddin Siddiqui in a supporting role. Piku: The 2015 Shoojit Sircar directorial which stars Deepika Padukone as the titular protagonist, is a heartwarming story of a Delhi-based architect, Piku Banerjee, whose life revolves around her elderly and nagging father, Bhaskor, played by Amitabh Bachchan, who is obsessed with his health and constipation problem. The story takes an interesting turn when Irrfan Khan enters the film as Rana Chaudhary, the owner of a cab company who drives Piku and her father all the way to Calcutta as Bhaskor wants to visit his ancestral home. While Deepika who has headlined the movie is impressive in every frame, Irrfan as Rana keeps the viewers hooked with his wit and humour. Besides Irrfan's commendable acting, the quirky chemistry between Irrfan and Deepika makes the movie worth a watch. Talvar: Directed by Meghna Gulzar, this 2015 drama-thriller which was inspired by the infamous 2008 Aarushi Talwar murder case, features Irrfan Khan as Ashwin Kumar, a police officer who investigates the controversial case. While the movie got mixed reviews, Irrfan's powerful acting was widely appreciated by his fans as well as the critics. Besides Irrfan, the movie also stars Konkona Sen Sharma and Neeraj Kabi. Hindi Medium: In this 2017 comedy-drama, Khan played the role of Raj Batra, a wealthy businessman who goes to great lengths to ensure that his daughter gets into a prestigious school, in this satirical comedy. While the movie received both, critical as well as commercial acclaim, Irrfan's performance in the film was touted as effortless and brilliant by audiences across the nation.
27 April,2024 02:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentShruti Haasan and Santanu Hazarika have been making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Reports have been circulating which suggest that the long-time lovers have now parted ways. In a recent post by a paparazzo account, if it is to be believed, then Shruti Haasan and Santanu Hazarika have broken up. The report by the paparazzo account Viral Bhayani also suggests that they have unfollowed each other on Instagram. This is not it, as just recently, Shruti has penned down a cryptic note which hints towards her reported break up. Shruti, while sharing it to her social media account, wrote, “It’s been a crazy ride, learning so much about myself and about people. We should never be sorry for all the things we can be or need to be.” However, it should be noted that neither of the two has officially spoken up about these rumours surrounding their relationship. Shruti and Santanu, who have never hidden their love from the world, are yet to clarify about their relationship status. It was just yesterday when HT, in their report, confirmed Shruti and Santanu’s break up. A source revealed to the portal that the couple had called it quits last month. “They broke up last month. Since there were personal wavelength issues, they decided to part ways amicably,” the source said. It was earlier this year when the couple sparked wedding rumours when social media sensation Orry aka Orhan Awatramani referred to Santanu as Shruti’s husband. However, Shruti later clarified that they are not married. “So, I’m not married. For someone who has been open about every single thing, why would I hide this? LOL. So people who don’t know me at all, please calm down,” she wrote on her Instagram stories. Shruti and Santanu had a very interesting love story. The two became friends when Santanu slid into the actor’s DMs and they both started talking. Later, the two started chatting and soon fell in love with each other. The two were in a live-in relationship. Although there isn’t any confirmation regarding their breakup, as the two have deleted all of their posts together, it has added fuel to the fire.
27 April,2024 12:48 PM IST | MumbaiFilmmaker Hansal Mehta recently watched Kiran Rao's directorial venture, 'Laapataa Ladies', and showered it with praise. The filmmaker described the film as simple, clear, and charmingly old-fashioned in a good way. Taking to Twitter, Mehta shared his thoughts: "Saw the very big-hearted and moving 'Laapataa Ladies'. Sometimes all that is needed is simplicity and clarity. This film is that. I went in expecting more and finished with more than it apparently delivers." 'Laapataa Ladies' is a comedy-drama produced by Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao, and Jyoti Deshpande. The film features Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam, and Ravi Kishan. Mehta further remarked: "It is old-fashioned in a good way and modern in a very subtle manner. It is deceptively simple in its treatment and humour." 'Laapataa Ladies' narrates the misadventures of two young brides who become separated from the same train. From mistaken identities to uproarious escapades, the ensuing chaos promises plenty of laughter and heartwarming moments. 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
27 April,2024 11:54 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSThe summer season can be unforgiving, not just to humans but also to birds and animals. Bollywood celebrities and pet parents, including John Abraham, Raveena Tandon, Priyamani, and Jacqueliene Fernandez, among many others, have shared their advice on how to help furry friends during soaring temperatures. Raveena, a dog mom to Lucifer, her cute Pomeranian, urged people to place cool and clean water for birds, dogs, and cats during the summer season. The actress told IANS: "Birds and community dogs and cats suffer during the summer. I ask everyone to please place mud pots filled with cool, clean water outside your home or in places where there are community or working animals. Inexpensive mud pots will help keep the water cool and won't tip over." John, an ardent animal lover with two furry babies named Sia and Bailey, shared that rising temperatures can cause dehydration and heatstroke. He places water bowls to help. "Amid rising temperatures, it's crucial to help animals avoid heatstroke and dehydration. By taking simple, compassionate actions, we can help our animal friends beat the heat. That's why my friends and I place bowls of water in gardens and on windowsills, balconies, and terraces," John told IANS. The actor stressed: "It's important to change the water regularly." Actress Priyamani, known for her compassion towards animals and adopting puppies, advised on how to "cool down" cats and dogs. "Unlike humans, dogs can sweat only through their footpads, and they cool themselves by panting. High temperatures can cause them heat stress and physical injuries -- including brain damage -- and can even result in death," Priyamani told IANS. The actress added: "For companion cats, create a well-ventilated space, with windows lined with protective netting or mesh, where they can go to cool down in your house." Jacqueliene, a cat mom to four felines -- Yoda, Loki, Miumiu, and Xyza, strongly believes in "adopt and not shop," which she has been promoting on social media. The actress told IANS that she ensures her "animal companions stay hydrated." "It's also a good idea to feed fruit to birds and animals used for work, as it is a nice, sweet treat that helps them rehydrate," she added. Sachin Bangera, director of Celebrity and Public Relations at PETA India, shared that in the last few days, the emergency helpline received over 110 distress calls about birds and other animals suffering from heatstroke. He emphasised keeping an eye on all animals outdoors and ensuring they have adequate water and shelter. 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
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