Several Bollywood stars including Sharmila Tagore, Saif Ali Khan, Tara Sutaria and Saiee Manjrekar were spotted at the two-day Adoptathon, Asia's largest adoption camp for Indian breed puppies and kittens in Bandra, Mumbai. Organised by World For All Animal Care and Adoptions (WFA), the two-day event aimed to find loving homes for over 200 healthy Indian breed puppies and kittens. It was organised on December 9 and 10 at Bandra, Mumbai, after a three-year break. Actress Saiee Manjrekar was spotted at the Adoptathon on Day 1, playing with cute puppies and spending time with them. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Actress Tara Surtaria showed her support by sharing a video from the event. She wrote, "It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Because the @worldforallanimaladoptions is hosting two days of adoption camps for the sweetest pups and kittens in the city and supporting wonderful centres like @raksha.love that do such great work.. Adopting or fostering those in need is the most precious gift you can give yourself and our friends in the animal world this Christmas!!! I spent my morning with them and am hopeful to foster or adopt too. The amount of love and licks in this adoptathon is incomparable!!!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by TARA💫 (@tarasutaria) The Pataudi family - Saif Ali Khan, Soha and their mother Sharmila Tagore paid a visit on Day 2. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Anupamaa star Rupali Ganguly adopted a puppy and asked her Instagram followers for name suggestions. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rups (@rupaliganguly) The event is also supported by the likes of Kareena Kapoor, Sonakshi Sinha, Jacqueline Fernandez, Athiya Shetty, Raveena Tandon, and more. View this post on Instagram A post shared by World For All Animal Care (@worldforallanimaladoptions) World For All has a proven track record, having provided a haven for 250 animals in the past. This time, their goal is to see 120 more adorable companions find their forever families. WFA has extended its reach to include individuals, non-governmental organisations, families, and societies in submitting their rescued animals for adoption. The furry creatures, who are between the ages of two and six months old, have been vaccinated, dewormed, and are looking for a safe and loving home.
10 December,2023 11:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn a world where keeping up with appearances online sometimes overshadows reality, our friends are the anchors that keep us grounded. Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, Netflix’s new coming-of-digital-age drama, celebrates the power of friendship in the fast-paced era of social media. Premiering on December 26, the film follows three best friends as they navigate life, striving to balance their online identities with their true selves. Directed by newcomer Arjun Varain Singh, who also co-wrote it with Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, the film chronicles the lives of three twenty-something friends, Imaad (Siddhant Chaturvedi), Ahana (Ananya Panday) and Neil (Adarsh Gourav), as they explore the digital world and support one another in their search for authenticity amidst their virtual lives. Produced by Excel Entertainment’s Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar and Tiger Baby’s Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar, the film invites viewers to explore the complexities of online existence as a young adult. The Kho Gaye Hum Kahan trailer and music album were put to verdict earlier today at a sundowner party in Mumbai in front of press and fans. The cast, director and producers were present as they unveiled the trailer and shared their experience bringing this film to life. The event also featured live performances. Siddhant Chaturvedi, Ananya Panday and Adarsh Gourav felt that the film mirrors the spirit of this generation. In a joint statement, they said, “Kho Gaye Hum Kahan uniquely represents millennials and Gen Z, echoing their lives lived out both on social media and in the real world. It's a story that needs to be told, a story our generation will wholeheartedly connect with and we couldn’t be more proud to have been a part of it. The best part is that during filming, we immersed ourselves so deeply in our roles that our on-screen friendship seamlessly transformed into real camaraderie off-camera. We can’t wait for Netflix audiences around the world to discover our labor of love.” Arjun Varain Singh shared that his directorial debut was his way of telling a story about the generation he grew up with, saying, “I wanted to share a story close to my heart, about the people I cherish and grew up with. The twenties mark the most exciting yet daunting chapter of life and navigating through that maze while growing up in the digital age, amidst the chaotic world of social media can be even more overwhelming. Kho Gaye Hum Kahan features an incredibly talented cast who brought this story to life with their utmost dedication and belief. This story will belong to our generation when it releases on Netflix on December 26, and I am super thrilled for audiences to discover the joy of friendship on-screen.” Kho Gaye Hum Kahan will be streaming exclusively on Netflix from December 26, 2023!
10 December,2023 08:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRaveena Tandon has issued an apology and people are wondering what happened. Raveena Tandon made headlines after mistakenly liking a troll post about Zoya Akhtar’s ‘The Archies’. The post featured Agastya Nanda and Khushi Kapoor, with a caption stating, ‘Acting died here’. After the post went viral, Raveena Tandon noticed the headlines and promptly issued an apology. Taking to her Instagram account, the actress posted an apology note and wrote, “Touch buttons and social media. A genuine mistake has been blown out of proportion. The like was made in error, and something that I was not even aware of that had been pressed by scrolling. I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and hurt this may have caused” As soon as Raveena posted the statement several fans came out in her support. A fan wrote, “Its not even something to apologize for @officialraveenatandon. You are and will always be well respected!”. “Ignore the trolls... Your's was a genuine mistake... There are Hundreds who have commented very bad on the young Actors.... Relax.. your friends know you well so no offense,” wrote another fan. A third fan wrote, “Sabse hota h...not a big deal...fr bhe apne apologize kia h ..bde baat h”. While another user commented, “It's.okay things Happen” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Raveena Tandon (@officialraveenatandon) Zoya Akhtar's directorial ‘The Archies’ starring Agastya Nanda, Suhana Khan and Kushi Kapoor among others, has recently been released on Netflix. After the release of the film, it received mixed reviews. While some are calling it a perfect watch, a few are calling out Zoya over nepotism. Reacting to all the backlash, Zoya has called the nepotism debate ‘banal’ The filmmaker further said, “My dad (Javed Akhtar) came from nowhere and made a life for himself. I was born and bred in the industry, and I have every right to follow whatever I want to do. As part of his network and what he made, I know those people. What am I going to do, disown my dad because I want to be a filmmaker? Are you saying I can’t choose my profession? It makes no sense.” A heartfelt coming-of-age tale set in the idyllic backdrop of the 1960s, ‘The Archies’ draws viewers into the lives of a beloved group of teenagers. The film is a collaborative effort between Netflix India, Tiger Baby, Archie Comics, and Graphic India. Helmed by Zoya Akhtar, the highly anticipated film exclusively released on Netflix worldwide on December 7, 2023.
10 December,2023 06:36 PM IST | MumbaiDancer Mukti Mohan and Animal actor Kunal Thakur have tied the knot in a dreamy wedding. The couple took to their Instagram and shared pictures from their wedding day. While sharing the series of pictures, they wrote, "In you, I find my divine connection; with you, my union is destined. Grateful for the blessings bestowed by god, family and friends. Our families are ecstatic and seek your blessings for our journey forward as Husband and Wife" The couple looked gorgeous in pastel outfits with a touch of red in their attire. Mukti wore a stunning, heavily embroidered pink and white dress, and her lehenga had a touch of red at the bottom. Kunal wore a complementing matching sherwani and a red dupatta to finish his look. Both of them had beautiful garlands around their necks. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mukti Mohan (@muktimohan) One picture shows Kunal applying the pious sindoor, while another has Mukti walking down the aisle. Another picture has the entire family posing together as they bless the newlyweds. As soon as the two dropped the picture fans and friends started congratulating the two. Rashami Desai wrote, "Congratulations". While Ayushmann Khurrana dropped emojies. "Ayeee congratulations...soo much love," wrote Vandana Joshi. Vishal Dadlani shared, "You guys are beautiful together! Sorry I couldn’t be there @muktimohan and @whokunalthakur! All the love in the world to both of you!". "Congratulations ! Badhai ho," wrote Sunil Grover. On the work front, Mukti participated in the dance reality show 'Zara Nachke Dikha 2' and went on to become the winner. Talking about Kunal Thakur, he played a supporting role in Ranbir Kapoor's blockbuster film 'Animal'. The actor was seen as Rashmika Mandanna's foreign returned fiance. Ranbir Kapoor's film 'Animal' has been creating havoc at the box office. Ramesh Bala, a respected trade analyst, took to 'X' on Sunday to share the current numbers the movie is gaining. Ramesh Bala shared the movie post and said, "The unstoppable journey of Animal continues with yet another day of shattering box office records! This cinematic spectacle garners a marvellous ₹660.89 crore worldwide in nine days, and there is no stopping! Produced by Bhushan Kumar and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna, and Triptii Dimri."
10 December,2023 04:53 PM IST | MumbaiVidyut Jammwal, Nora Fatehi, Arjun Rampal and Amy Jackson starrer ‘Crakk’ will be released on February 23, 2024. Written and directed by Aditya Datt, Crakk brings a never-seen-before action experience to the big screen next year. The announcement was made on Vidyut Jammwal's birthday. Crakk marks Vidyut Jammwal's second film as a producer, in collaboration with Commando 3 director Aditya Datt, that promises thrills, chills and jaw-dropping action. The film marks the dynamic duo's second outing, following the success of 'Commando 3’, taking it a notch higher with a fiery fusion of stars like Nora Fatehi, Arjun Rampal and Amy Jackson in pivotal roles along with Vidyut. Are you #CRAKK enough to risk it all to follow your dream?The stage is set for the ultimate game of survival on 23rd February 2024@vidyutjammwal @adidatt @norafatehi @rampalarjun @iamamyjackson@abbassayyed771 #CrakkOn23rdFeb #JeetegaaTohJiyegaa pic.twitter.com/KFRppPusFr — Action Hero Films (@ActionHeroFilm1) December 10, 2023 Filmed in the picturesque location of Poland, Crakk showcases Jammwal’s journey from the slums of Mumbai to the heart-pounding world of extreme underground sports where he will be seen in an absolutely new avatar, performing nail-biting, daredevil stunts that will leave the audiences on the edge of their seats. 'Crakk', presented by Vidyut Jammwal & Action hero films, is produced by Vidyut Jammwal, Abbas Sayyed, written and directed by Aditya Datt, written by Sarim Momin, Rehan Khan, with additional screenplay-dialogue by Mohendar Pratap Singh, is set to hit the cinemas on 23rd February 2024. On Vidyut Jammwal's birthday on Sunday, the actor's fans were in for a surprise. He took a moment to share his unique yearly ritual that has become an integral part of his life over the past 14 years. Known for his action-packed performances, Vidyut takes a break from his luxurious life every year, to embark on an annual retreat in the mountains for self-discovery, to live a simpler life and to be "reborn". Vidyut shared images on his social media, giving us a glimpse into his life in the mountains with a heartfelt note, stating, "My retreat to the Himalayan ranges - 'the abode of the divine' started 14 years ago. Before I realised, it became an integral part of my life to spend 7-10 days alone - every year. Coming into the wilderness from a life of luxury and adulation, I enjoy finding my solitude and realising the importance of knowing 'Who I am Not'; which is the first step of knowing 'WHO AM I', as well as fending for myself in the quiet luxuries provided by nature," he said.
10 December,2023 04:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSharman Joshi was most recently seen in a direct-to-TV release, ‘Sab Moh Maya Hai,’ a film that takes you on a journey of a father-son relationship and explores their dynamics. The actor, in an exclusive chat with mid-day.com, opened up about the film and much more. Talking about the idea on which the film was made, Sharman shared, “It's a beautiful father-son story. I've done a father-son story earlier with Ferrari Ki Sawaari. This is more grounded. This is more Heart of India kind of a story because it's based in Ujjain.” Further, he talked about the concept of the film and said, “The unique point of this story is the fact that Anukampa is a scheme which the government offers to the deceased family of the government employee, whereby if they die a natural death before retirement, the family member of the deceased gets the job to take care of the financial requirements. Now, a lot of people are misusing it. So much so that they request their fathers to end their lives. This raises the question of how important money is compared to the love of your family.” Further in the conversation, the actor spilt the beans on his much-loved comedy-drama 3 Idiots. While sharing about whether the film is having a sequel or not, he shared, “Right now, Rajkumar Hirani sir is very busy with Dunki. We hope that 3 Idiots’ sequel happens someday, and we will make a film.” In the conversation, the actor talked about not being a part of many films and shared that he has decided to take more chances. The actor shared, “I've decided to now take more chances and do more films because, in spite of being sure that nothing can go wrong with a film, things can still go wrong, which I've learned over the years. And I think right now I'm at that phase of my life where I want to do more work. There is great, exciting work happening. The kind of work that I've always wanted to do is now within reach for every actor, director, and producer.” “As an actor, I would want to take up all these wonderful scripts and writing that the wonderful new young directors and producers have now. Earlier, we were all limited by the possibilities of working on these kinds of subjects because money is involved. Now that money is taken care of and there are platforms which allow you that freedom, it's great,” Sharman concluded. 3 Idiots, released on December 25, 2009, is a Bollywood comedy-drama directed by Rajkumar Hirani. The film stars Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan, and Sharman Joshi as three engineering students navigating through the pressures of academia and societal expectations while pursuing their passions. As per reports, the movie, made on a budget of Rs 55 crores, went on to become a blockbuster by earning a total collection of Rs 400.61 crores.
10 December,2023 04:15 PM IST | Mumbai | Shachi ChaturvediActor Amanjot Singh, who was the part of Ranbir Kapoor’s ferocious squad in the movie ‘Animal’, shared a sneak peek of behind-the-scenes from the shooting of the action drama, with fans cheering up for the ‘best squad’. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, 'Animal' stars Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles. The flick revolves around the complex relationship of a business magnate Balbir Singh (Anil) and his son (Ranbir). Taking to Instagram, Amanjot shared Reel videos, which shows him sitting next to the driver’s seat in a lavish car. Ranbir is seen driving the car in his ‘Animal’ avatar and flaunting his cute smile. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Amanjot Singh (@officialsinghamanjot) He gave the music of the song ‘Duniya Jalaa Denge’ by B Praak and Jaani to his video. The other video shows Ranbir and his boys smiling for the cameras, all dressed up in formal suits. The video was captioned as: “on the way”. As the pictures were posted, fans started reacting to it. A fan wrote, “bhailog”. While another fan commented, “the best squad in entire movie”. “you guys were too good,” wrote a third fan. A user said, “movie ki Jaan hai sab”. On Saturday Animal's worldwide box office collection was a beast that does not want to be tamed. The Sandeep Reddy Vanga-helmed movie, fronted by Ranbir Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna, continues to blaze on at the box office. Week 2 in the theatres, and the movie has already minted over Rs 660.89 crores worldwide in only nine days since its release. The movie was released in theatres worldwide on December 1 in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam languages. The film also stars Triptii Dimri, Shakti Kapoor, Prem Chopra, and Suresh Oberoi, among others. Ramesh Bala, a respected trade analyst, took to 'X' on Sunday to share the current numbers the movie is gaining. Ramesh Bala shared the movie post and said, "The unstoppable journey of Animal continues with yet another day of shattering box office records! This cinematic spectacle garners a marvellous ₹660.89 crore worldwide in nine days, and there is no stopping! Produced by Bhushan Kumar and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna, and Triptii Dimri."
10 December,2023 04:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTriptii Dimri has been showcasing her talent and craft through the projects she's taken on for the past few years. You may already know her from 'Bulbul' or 'Qala', but if you've just heard her name, it's due to the soaring recognition she received for her role in the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer 'Animal'. She's even been called 'national crush' by the people of India. The Laila Majnu actress in an interview with Bollywood Hungama opened up about her parent's reaction to her bold se* scene in the film. The actress said, “My parents got a little taken aback. (They said) ‘We have never seen something like this in films and you have done it.’ It took them time to get over that scene. They were very sweet to me though. They were like, ‘You shouldn’t have done that but it’s okay. As parents, we will obviously feel this.’” She further shared that she explained to them that as an actor this is her job and she has to be honest with it. “I told them I am not doing anything wrong. It’s my job and as long as I am comfortable and safe, I don’t see any problem in that. I am an actor and I have to be 100 percent honest with the character that I play and I did that,” she added. Animal is a beast that does not want to be tamed. The Sandeep Reddy Vanga-helmed movie, fronted by Ranbir Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna, continues to blaze on at the box office. The movie has already minted over 660.89 crores worldwide in only nine days since its release. Ramesh Bala, a respected trade analyst, took to 'X' on Sunday to share the current numbers the movie is gaining. Ramesh Bala shared the movie post and said, "The unstoppable journey of Animal continues with yet another day of shattering box office records! This cinematic spectacle garners a marvellous ₹660.89 crore worldwide in nine days, and there is no stopping! Produced by Bhushan Kumar and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna, and Triptii Dimri."
10 December,2023 04:04 PM IST | MumbaiNawazuddin Siddiqui took to his Instagram and shared a post for his lovely daughter Shora Siddiqui to wish her on her special day. As Shora turned 14, the "Gangs of Wasseypur" star posted an adorable video montage for his little one. The post has several pictures and videos of Shora at different places. A clip shows her dancing in the vanity, another shows her making goofy expressions. This special post shows how close the two are to each other. The video depicts the love between the father and daughter and includes several throwback images of the two together. While posting the video, Nawaz wrote, "Happiest Birthday #Shora." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nawazuddin Siddiqui (@nawazuddin._siddiqui) As soon as Nawaz posted the video, several industry friends. Ace director Anurag Kashyap wished Nawaz's daughter and wrote, "Janmadin Ki Mubarak". Shora also posted a comment and wrote, “So beautiful,” wrote Shora. Fans were in awe after the video and they filled the comment section with love. A fan wrote, “So pretty little lady... attractive like father and beautiful like mother All the good vibes sent.” Another said, “She is so beautiful and her eyes are expressive." A third fan wrote, “Happy birthday to your daughter sir… may god bless her and help her fulfil her purpose of life. Have a great day.” Nawzuddin's personal life has been in the limelight ever since Aaliya Siddiqui accused him of harassing her and even their kids. After the allegations, Nawaz had put out a lengthy note in which he shared that he loved both of his daughters. He wrote, "Any parent on this planet will never want their kids to miss out on their studies or hamper their future, they will always try to give their best of the best possible things. Whatever I am earning today is all for both of my kids and no person can change this. I love Shora & Yani and I will go to any extent to secure their well-being and their future. I have won all the cases so far and will continue to place my faith in the judiciary"
10 December,2023 03:22 PM IST | MumbaiCelebrity couple Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra are all set to celebrate their first Christmas together after getting married. The 'Satyaprem Ki Katha' actor shared a sneak peek of her preparation on Sunday. Kiara took to her Instagram story and treated fans to a glimpse of a beautifully decorated Christmas tree, set up on their balcony, adorned with gifts, candies, reindeers, Santa Claus figurines, and a golden star on top, with "Merry Christmas" banner. Sidharth and Kiara tied the knot in an intimate ceremony on February 7, 2023, at Suryagarh Palace in Rajasthan. The two fell in love with each other during the shoot of their film 'Shershaah'. In 2022, Sidharth and Kiara appeared on different episodes of Koffee with Karan Season 7, where Karan Johar got them talking about their relationship for the first time. Recently in the last episode of Koffee with Karan season 8, Kiara graced the couch with Vicky Kaushal. During the episode Kiara revealed, "When Sid appeared in that episode (from the previous season), we had just returned from Rome, where he proposed to me. My parents were not present. It was my and his family's first family vacation." She added, "It did come as a surprise because I did not know where on this trip and also in my head, I was like I hope he does propose because now I've built it up and if he doesn't propose on this trip but he did it. So it was the first destination we went to on that trip. He took us to this Michelin star restaurant and his nephew was with us who was supposed to take the photos and capture the moment. I'm sleepy because I have just landed and joined them on this trip. So, I was really tired. And he has planned the works. He has done this candle-light dinner on top. We go back after dinner." "He takes me on a walk, and suddenly, a violinist emerges from the bushes, playing, and his nephew grabs our video from the bushes, and Sid gets down on one knee and proposes. I was completely overwhelmed. Then he starts saying 'Shershaah' lines, 'Dilli ka sidha sadha launda hu (I'm a simple boy from Delhi)'," she continued. Meanwhile, on the work front, Sidharth will be seen in his upcoming film 'Yodha'. Apart from that, he will also be making his digital debut with the upcoming web series 'Indian Police Force'. Kiara, on the other hand, will be seen in the upcoming 'Game Changer' alongside 'RRR' actor Ram Charan and in the action thriller film 'War 2' alongside Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR.
10 December,2023 03:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMaheep Kapoor has shared photos from Rishi Sujan and Vedika Karnani's wedding that she attended recently. Taking to Instagram, Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives star shared a bunch of photos of the bride and groom, as well as videos of daughter Shanaya Kapoor dancing at the sangeet. Shanaya, who will soon be making her big Bollywood debut, is seen dancing with the bride to the all-time wedding favourite song - Bole Chudiyan. In the videos, Shanaya looks elegant and charming in a white shimmery saree as she dances on stage. Take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Maheep Kapoor (@maheepkapoor) Shanaya also shared some photos from the wedding. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shanaya Kapoor🤍 (@shanayakapoor02) Maheep seems to have had more than one occasion to celebrate lately. Sanjay and Maheep Kapoor completed 25 years of marriage recently. The couple are among the popular duos of Bollywood. Maheep rose to fame with her stellar and confident appearance on the reality show 'Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives' season 1 and 2, while Sanjay is an actor known for films like 'Raja', 'Sirf Tum', 'Prem', 'Bloody Daddy', among others. As Sanjay and Maheep Kapoor completed 25 years of marriage, the former took to his Instagram feed to share pictures from their wedding days and a couple of recent pictures as well. In one of the wedding pictures of Sanjay and Maheep, little Arjun Kapoor can be seen in the background unaware that the camera is on him as well. On their wedding day, Sanjay wore a white sherwani while Maheep was dressed in a shimmery golden lehenga. Sanjay also shared a picture from one of their recent Karwa Chauth celebrations. Sanjay got married to Maheep in 1997. The couple has two children--Shanaya Kapoor and Jahaan Kapoor. Sanjay is the youngest brother of film producer Boney Kapoor and actor Anil Kapoor. Maheep and Sanjay's nieces and nephews include actors Sonam Kapoor, Janhvi Kapoor, and Arjun Kapoor. Shanaya is all set to make her film acting debut with 'Vrushabha', a pan-Indian film starring Mohanlal in the lead.
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