Shruti 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
27 April,2024 11:40 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Aditi Rao Hydari found herself stuck in a flight early in the morning in Mumbai when there was "no ladder nor an airbridge," describing it as "new lows every day." Aditi took to her Instagram stories and shared a picture of the airport from her flight window after it had landed. The actress captioned it: "New lows every day! No ladder nor an airbridge. While we watch the 12.10 a.m. airport circus. Stranded @vistara #mumbaiairportterminal2." On the work front, 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' is a period drama by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, marking his debut in the world of the web. It also stars Richa Chadha, Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Sanjeeda Sheikh, and Sharmin Segal. The series portrays the lives of tawaifs in the red-light district of Heera Mandi in Lahore during the Indian Independence movement against the British Raj. 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 11:22 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSSonam Kapoor has never shied away from sharing her pregnancy journey. The actress has always talked about the post-pregnancy journey quite openly. Now, once again, on the 5th episode of Fashionably Pernia's The Style Icon podcast, she discusses the changes she faced after delivering Vayu. The actress also shared how she was traumatized when she gained about 32 kgs. Sonam, who gave birth to her first child, son Vayu, in August 2022, shared, “I gained 32 kilos. Honestly, initially, I was traumatized. You are so obsessed with your baby, you are really not thinking about working out, eating right. It took me a year and a half. I took it really slow; you have to be slow because you have to adjust to the new you.” She further shared that after becoming a mother, everything changes. “Everything in your life changes. Your relationship with yourself changes, with your husband, it changes; everything changes. You are never going to feel the same about your body. I have always accepted myself for who I am, and I was like, I need to accept this version of myself,” she added. It was just recently when Sonam shared a series of pictures of herself and talked about her journey post-pregnancy. The actress wrote, "It’s taken me 16 months to feel like myself again. Slowly steadily without any crash diets and crazy workouts just consistent self-care and baby care. I’m not there yet but almost where I want to be... still very very grateful for my body and how incredible it has been." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sonam A Kapoor (@sonamkapoor) Meanwhile, on the acting front, Sonam was recently seen in the film 'Blind' directed by Shome Makhija and also starring Purab Kohli, Vinay Pathak, and Lillete Dubey in prominent roles. The film marked Sonam's return to acting after a maternity break. Sonam gave birth to Vayu in August 2022. Sonam has signed two new projects as well. Talking about them, Sonam told ANI, "I took two years off as I was pregnant and then wanted to take some time off with my son. Two years are not done yet and I have signed onto two projects - one show and one film that I will start working on. It will be released in another year because that is how films work. Then my idea is to do two pieces of content every year, that's it, not more because I want to spend time with my family as well."
27 April,2024 08:54 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNo role is too small. Who knows that better than Triptii Dimri, her brief part in Animal (2023) having changed her career overnight? The blockbuster’s success brought her many things, including a wider audience and the ‘national crush’ label. Last month, Karan Johar announced his next production, Bad Newz, starring Vicky Kaushal, Dimri and Ammy Virk. While the posters released in March showed Dimri sporting a baby bump, mid-day has now learnt that director Anand Tiwari’s comedy revolves around the rare medical condition, heteropaternal superfecundation. A source tells us that like director Raj Mehta’s Good Newwz (2019), its spiritual sequel too has pregnancy as the central conflict. “While Good Newwz was about accidental sperm swap, Bad Newz is based on a medical condition called heteropaternal superfecundation, where a woman gets pregnant with twins from different men. The film is based on a true incident,” the source says. The film was announced in March In the comedy, the actor will be seen romancing both Kaushal and Virk. More importantly, her character marks a stark departure from her submissive role in Animal. It’s also her first light-hearted part after back-to-back intense portrayals of an ill-fated lover in Laila Majnu (2018), a woman seeking revenge in Bulbbul (2020), and a singer battling depression in Qala (2022). “Triptii will be seen as a mainstream leading lady for the first time. Like Dharma heroines, she plays today’s woman, an ambitious chef, who can go to any lengths to further her career,” adds the source. It’s evident that Dimri is consciously steering towards mainstream cinema this year. The actor has the horror comedy, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 with Kartik Aaryan, and Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video opposite Rajkummar Rao in the pipeline. That, however, doesn’t mean she has bid adieu to intense stories. The actor, along with Siddhant Chaturvedi, will front Johar’s yet-untitled romantic drama, helmed by Shazia Iqbal. From what we hear, it’s a profound love story set against the backdrop of the caste system. “The film is a remake of the Tamil hit, Pariyerum Perumal [2018]. It is currently in post-production. The makers are contemplating titling it Dhadak 2, as a spiritual sequel to Janhvi Kapoor-Ishaan Khatter’s Dhadak [2018], which explored class difference.”
27 April,2024 07:04 AM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka SharmaAmitabh Bachchan’s grandson and Abhishek Bachchan’s nephew Agastya Nanda is not the only actor to make his big-screen debut with Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis. Rumours are rife that Akshay Kumar’s niece Simar Bhatia is foraying into the movies with the biopic on Param Vir Chakra awardee, Arun Khetarpal. Contrary to the popular notion that her superstar mama could have easily facilitated a tailor-made launch-pad, Simar reportedly bagged her maiden movie strictly on merit. She has apparently shot her portions for the film that also showcases the protagonist’s relationship with his father, Brigadier ML Khetarpal, essayed by Dharmendra. The makers are planning to release Ikkis on February 10 next year. Ticket to Hollywood In a recent interview with an international publication, Katrina Kaif shared that a Hollywood project is not only inevitable, but it will also mark an important milestone in her career. The Merry Christmas actor revealed that she had received an offer from Hollywood, but things didn’t materialise. Asserting that she believes it will happen, Kat stated, “I think that will be a whole new leaf in my book, so to speak, and really exciting.” Recalling her foray into acting with the Telugu film, Malliswari (2004), she said that she has always put the audiences first and ensured that translated with her choices throughout her career. Kat concluded, saying, “Now, I think it’s about finding a balance, what story do I feel is going to connect with the audience? And what do I connect to personally and as an actor right now? What’s going to give me growth? What’s going to give me satisfaction? This is just exactly what I want to be doing right now.” Outside the comfort zone Taapsee Pannu has become synonymous with heroine-centric subjects, showcasing her versatility and depth as an actor. “I like to challenge myself and step outside my comfort zone. This way, each day on set is an exciting adventure,” she said recently. Sharing that she enjoys the process of getting to live so many lives, Taapsee added, “I get to view things from another character’s perspective. I like seeing that story as an output on screen. I enjoy the fact that we’ve been able to create a world from only words and pure imagination.” Sodhi missing! Gurucharan Singh, best known for playing Sodhi in the sitcom, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltaah Chashmah, has reportedly gone missing. Actor-producer and chairperson of the Indian Film and Television Producers Council (TV and Web) JD Majithia shared that he got the news from a common family friend, Bhakti Soni. “She called to say that there was no sign of Gurucharan after he failed to arrive in Mumbai from Delhi on April 22. Later, we found out that he hadn’t boarded the flight,” JD said. A missing persons complaint has been registered with a south west Delhi police station. JD added, “We request the authorities to undertake a search for him.” Trouble in paradise Rumour has it that all is not well between Shruti Haasan and beau Santanu Hazarika. The actor and the doodle artiste-illustrator, who were living-in together for the past three years, are said to have broken up. They have been living apart for about a month now. That Shruti and Santanu have also unfollowed each other on social media seems to further indicate their split. Moreover, the Salaar actor has removed their pictures together from her account, and even taken a break from social media. Announcing her return online, she wrote, “It’s been a crazy ride, learning so much about myself and about people.” Incidentally, in January this year, the duo dismissed rumours of a secret wedding, maintaining that they would never hide the news. On the work front, Shruti has Salaar Part 2 with Prabhas and Toxic with Yash. The other Thackeray In a landscape where lineage often dictates career trajectories, Aaishvary Thackeray stands out for his unique choices. Unlike cousin Aaditya, who embraced their family’s legacy, Aaishvary has chosen to pursue a career in movies. He spent over five years striving to establish himself in his chosen field, starting his journey as an assistant on Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Bajirao Mastani (2015). Since then, he has been refining his skills. Industry insiders have praised him as a talent with potential to leave a lasting impact. According to a source, “Assisting on multiple movies over the years, Aaishvary has learnt the ropes of every department of filmmaking. He is immensely passionate about films, dance and music. Considering that he has earned praise from those he has worked with, don’t be surprised if we see some big announcements about Aaishvary’s projects.” Property gains Priyanka Chopra Jonas is not only building her real-estate portfolio, but making sure she gets returns too. She recently rented out the family bungalow, located in the plush Koregaon Park in Pune. Along with mother Madhu Chopra and brother Siddharth, the Citadel actor has leased out the property for a rent of R2.06 lakh per month with a security deposit of R6 lakh. The ground floor of the sprawling bungalow measures 2,180 sq ft, with a basement of 950 sq ft, a garden of 2,232 sq ft and a parking lot of 400 sq ft. Priyanka is presently working on the action-comedy, Heads of State, and has The Bluff lined up.
27 April,2024 07:02 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamShah Rukh Khan and his son, AbRam, were spotted cheering for the Kolkata Knight Riders against Preity Zinta's Punjab Kings during an IPL 2024 match today. Shah Rukh Khan and AbRam cheer for KKR On Friday, Shah Rukh Khan and his son AbRam were seen cheering for their team, the Kolkata Knight Riders, in a match against Preity Zinta's Punjab Kings. Shah Rukh attended the game at Eden Gardens in Kolkata and was warmly welcomed by the crowd. He was captured on camera displaying various emotions, including concern when players were dismissed and pure excitement when KKR players scored sixes. Only a fan knows how much happiness we feel when we see our idol up close..What A Unmacthble Aura Of Megastar #ShahRukhKhan#KKRvPBKS pic.twitter.com/yAnrPfUX8F — 😎Sourav Srkian Das😎 (@SrkianDas04) April 26, 2024 The King with Little Prince arriving at our den, Eden Gardens 💜😎#ShahRukhKhan #KKRvPBKSpic.twitter.com/EnH6NYL9A5 — Shah Rukh Khan Warriors FAN Club (@TeamSRKWarriors) April 26, 2024 SRK, AbRam, and @pooja_dadlani bring the magic to Eden Gardens as they cheer the Knights! 💜🔥@iamsrk @KKRiders @KKRUniverse #ShahRukhKhan #KKRvPBKS #KKR #IPL2024 #IPL #KingKhan pic.twitter.com/vE6R7wRWhi — Shah Rukh Khan Universe Fan Club (@SRKUniverse) April 26, 2024 ABRAM SEEMED EVEN MORE ANIMATED & EXCITED THAN SRK 𓀠 TONIGHT'S SEEING KKR BATTING . FANBOY OF KKR 🔥#ShahRukhKhan #KKRvPBKS #AbRampic.twitter.com/WdiaJeyCGw — Aamir Khan 𓀠 (@AAMIRSRK45) April 26, 2024 The entry of king khan 💜@iamsrk #ShahRukhKhan #SRK pic.twitter.com/freyb1Mwpe — . (@Raffin21) April 26, 2024 Shah Rukh Khan jets off Superstar Shah Rukh Khan has reached Kolkata ahead of the match between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) on Friday evening.The actor, who is co-owner of Kolkata Knight Riders, earlier arrived at the Kalina airport in Mumbai to board his flight for Kolkata.PlayUnmuteFullscreenThe 'Pathaan' actor never fails to impress fans with his swag and fashion and was snapped on Friday in his ponytail look. The 'Pathaan' actor never fails to impress fans with his swag and fashion and was snapped on Friday in his ponytail look. On the work front, SRK returned to the silver screen with Siddharth Anand's 'Pathaan' in January 2023.The film, in which SRK donned an awe-evoking action avatar, broke several records at the box office. The film also marked SRK's first hit following his sabbatical of four years after a series of flicks such as 'Zero' and 'Jab Harry Met Sejal'. After 'Pathaan', King Khan returned to theatres in September with 'Jawan'. The film once again saw SRK in an action avatar. (With inputs from ANI)
26 April,2024 10:40 PM IST | MumbaiActor and YouTube sensation Bhuvan Bam has announced his decision to relocate his base from Delhi to Mumbai, marking a significant shift in his career trajectory. He believes the city holds immense potential and endless possibilities for growth in the entertainment industry. "I am thrilled to embark on this new chapter of my career in Mumbai," said Bhuvan, who is currently busy with 'Taaza Khabar 2'. Bhuvan said: "The city holds immense potential and endless possibilities for growth in the entertainment industry. I've always been drawn to the vibrant energy of Mumbai, and now, as my work demands more of my time here, it feels like the natural next step for me." 'Taaza Khabar 2', directed by Himank Gaur and written by the duo Hussain and Abbas Dalal, also stars Mahesh Manjrekar, Deven Bhojani, Shilpa Shukla, Prathmesh Parab, Nitya Mathur, and others in pivotal roles. Produced by Rohit Raj and Bhuvan Bam under the banner BB Ki Vines productions, 'Taaza Khabar 2' will soon drop on Disney+ Hotstar. 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
26 April,2024 09:48 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSActors Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra are one of the most gorgeous-looking couples in Bollywood. Whenever they step out, they also serve fashion goals. On Friday, the duo caught attention at the Mumbai airport as they opted to twin in blue denim outfits. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) In the visuals captured by the paps, Kiara can be seen donning a denim top that she paired with blue wide jeans. Sidharth wore cargo pants that he paired with a white T-shirt and denim shirt, striking a cool look. Both even happily posed for the shutterbugs. Kiara and Sidharth got married in Rajasthan in February 2023. They first met during the wrap of Lust Stories. They began dating on the sets of the 2021 film Shershaah, their first film together. Meanwhile, on the work front, Sidharth was recently seen in 'Yodha'.The film has been produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta and Shashank Khaitan. Disha Patani and Raashii Khanna are also part of the action movie. Kiara will be seen sharing screen space with Ram Charan in 'Game Changer'. The film has already built some excitement as Ram Charan plays the role of an IAS Officer who rises to become Chief Minister. She also has Farhan Akhtar's 'Don 3' opposite Ranveer Singh in the kitty. 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
26 April,2024 09:01 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIIndian musician King has teamed up with global pop sensation Jason Derulo for the summer anthem titled 'Bumpa', which was released on Friday. Jason Derulo said: " 'Bumpa' has been an incredible experience. King and I co-wrote the song, blending our languages and styles to ensure the vibe connects with listeners worldwide. I'm eager to see India and the rest of the world groove to our creation." This song marks Derulo’s first collaboration with an Indian artist. King said: "Working with Jason on ‘Bumpa’ was an incredible journey of creating a global dance anthem from India. I'm all set to dive into uncharted territory with fresh sounds and music, and 'Bumpa' is just the start." "Collaborating with Jason was amazing, and I'm looking forward to bringing the house down with this banger track!" The song is choreographed by the French duo Les Twins, who have also worked with global superstars Beyonce and Jason Derulo. King is known for hits like 'Maan Meri Jaan', 'Tu Aake Dekhle', and 'Oops'. Derulo is celebrated for smash hits like 'Jiggle', 'Swalla', and 'Take You Dancing', and is now joining forces with King. 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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