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Mom Talks: Parineeti Chopra to host show about modern day parenting

BULLET Microdrama, in collaboration with ZEE5, today announced the launch of Mom Talks, a fresh, content-led IP hosted by Parineeti Chopra. Structured as a 9-episode series, the show brings together well-known celebrity parents, including Vikrant Massey & Sheetal Thakur, Neha Dhupia, Imran Khan, Gauahar Khan and Zaid Darbar, among others, for candid conversations on the realities of modern parenting. About Mom Talks Mom Talks offers an intimate, engaging format where Parineeti Chopra will lead honest, heartfelt, and often humorous discussions with fellow celebrity moms, prominent mom influencers, and trusted category experts. The series explores the chaos, charm, and everyday learnings of motherhood — combining personal stories with relatable humour and reassuring expert perspectives. Check out the trailer :           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by ZEE5 (@zee5) Designed to meet the growing appetite for authentic and credible parenting content, Mom Talks will be available to stream for free on ZEE5 AVOD from April 4, 2026, with new episodes dropping every Friday and Saturday, and will also be available on the BULLET microdrama app. Parineeti Chopra on launching Mom Talks Actor and Host Parineeti Chopra said, “Kisi ki mat suno, sabki advice lo, but do the parenting of your child in your style. Nothing is wrong. Everything is right for your child. You have a doubt, please ask for advice from your doctor, from your elders, from the internet. But please never feel guilty for any decision you are taking for your baby because that is right for you. So I really hope that moms feel empowered after watching our new show on ZEE5, Mom Talks, and they don't feel society pressure, family pressure, internet pressure, or anything. You do you.” Stream Mom Talks every Friday and Saturday from 4th for free only on ZEE5.  Parineeti on Raghav Chadha talking about paternity leave One of the recent issues raised by her husband, Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha, was the need for paternity leave, emphasising that parenting responsibilities should be shared equally and not fall solely on mothers. Reacting to his speech in Parliament, Parineeti, who welcomed her first child with Chadha last year, wrote, “My dearest husband, you spoke today not just as an MP but as the dad I see every single day. We have discussed this so many times, how our baby deserves both parents to be present to the best of their ability. So when you spoke today, it wasn’t just policy. It was built from the way you parent our child, the way you show up without being asked, the way you understand that parenting is shared, not assigned.”

07 April,2026 01:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Harshita Gaur

Mirzapur's Harshita Gaur on the challenges of portraying Dimpy in the film

Actress Harshita Gaur, known for her portrayal of Dimpy Pandit in Mirzapur, sat down with mid-day for an exclusive conversation, where she opened up about returning to the earlier version of her character in Mirzapur: The Movie, shed light on her upcoming psychological horror movie Anarth, and shared her health and fitness tips. Harshita Gaur on Mirzapur Mirzapur: The Movie is set between the events of season 1. In season 1, Harshita's character Dimpy starts as a principled, innocent girl who then loses all her loved ones and struggles to come to terms with her reality before discovering inner strength by the end of Season 3.  When asked whether returning to an earlier phase of her character felt like undoing Dimpy’s growth, Harshita admitted that stepping back into season 1's emotional space was challenging.  She explained that reconnecting with Dimpy’s idealism required a conscious shift: “It definitely wasn’t easy to step back into the old version because with each season the characters and their emotional graph had gone to a higher point. Going back to that first year and channelling that naive energy was very different. It was a little difficult to make that mental shift. But everything in Mirzapur is so comfortable because we’ve been doing it for almost nine years.” When asked about the experience of shifting from a show format to a film, she highlighted the larger scale of the film: "The scale of the shoot was grander, the sets were bigger structurally. You have to expand the scale because it has to look like a cinematic experience. The feeling of it was very different. We also shot songs, which we hadn’t done in the series. You will see me dancing in the film, which was exciting.” On choosing Anarth Harshita also has Prime Video’s psychological horror film Anarth in her kitty. While remaining tight-lipped about her character and the narrative, she revealed that it was the film’s novel concept that instantly drew her in. Calling it a departure from her previous work, she said, “Horror was a space I had never done before. When I went for the narration, I fell absolutely in love with the story. It was so good that I felt I had to be part of it. More than my character, I was drawn to the story.” Her excitement was amplified by the prospect of working with a stellar cast. “My co-stars were fabulous. You always want to work with good actors, so naturally I was excited when I found out I would have scenes with Kalki Koechlin and Parambrata Chattopadhyay. They were both great, and we bonded over food. We were shooting in Kolkata, and would often get authentic Bengali food for us, and we all used to sit and eat it together," she said, describing their warm off-screen camaraderie. However, she recounted that her experience on set wasn't all smooth-sailing. "Because we were shooting a horror movie, the whole vibe of the set was very daunting and very eerie." Harshita shares the benefits of meditation On the occasion of World Health Day, Harshita shared her approach to fitness and well-being. She emphasised the benefits of strength training, particularly for women, and cautioned against overlooking it in one’s 20s. She said she consumes amla daily along with fruits to boost her Vitamin C intake. Additionally, she swears by “a spoonful of ghee or cold-pressed coconut oil in summer mornings” to keep her skin looking radiant and luminous. Underscoring the importance of mental well-being, she said, "One rule that I follow is not to pick up my phone at least an hour after I wake up and an hour before I sleep. I also meditate every day. In today’s world, it’s important not to make a habit of sitting with your phone but to use that time to meditate instead. We go to the gym to train our bodies, but we don't train our minds. If we do, we will be equipped to handle anything life throws at us.”

07 April,2026 01:23 PM IST | Mumbai | Nandini Shah
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Dan Levy cries as he revisits Schitt's Creek set post Catherine O'Hara's death

Actor-filmmaker Dan Levy revealed he once ruminated on a potential follow-up to hit series Schitt's Creek. After star Catherine O'Hara's death, however, the showrunner-actor said he wouldn't pursue a sequel, reported Deadline. In the interview tied to Levy's forthcoming Netflix comedy show Big Mistakes, the Emmy-winning creator strolled down Goodwood, Ontario, the small community that served as the filming locale for the fictitious town where a newly broke wealthy family was forced to settle in the show Schitt's Creek. Levy noted he had not returned to the set since filming wrapped on the show ahead of 2020, including the Goodwood Mercantile store, which served as his character David's artisan crafts store, Rose Apothecary. The real store now sells merchandise and also includes a condolence book dedicated to O'Hara. "Yeah, I was thinking about it," John Levy said of a potential sequel to Schitt's Creek. "It's tough, it's tough being back. I didn't think that I'd have quite an emotional reaction," added John Levy as quoted by Deadline. He tearfully added of his feelings, "Just a lot of memories, a lot of memories with Catherine. It's what you have to hold on to, is the memories of it all," as quoted by Deadline. Schitt's Creek was a runaway breakout toward the latter half of its six-season run, when it scored a Netflix bump that took the show from its humble cult origins to eventual status as a mainstream staple. Running from 2015 to 2020, the series starred Levy and his father, Eugene Levy, and sister, Sara Levy, as well as O'Hara, Annie Murphy, Emily Hampshire, Chris Elliott, Jennifer Robertson and Noah Reid. It was nominated for 19 Emmys and won nine, including Outstanding Comedy Series, and clinched trophies in all four of its nominated acting categories, reported Deadline. O'Hara, the beloved two-time Emmy-winning SCTV, Home Alone and Schitt's Creek alumna, died of a pulmonary embolism with rectal cancer as the underlying cause in late January of this year at age 71, reported Deadline. 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

07 April,2026 10:37 AM IST | Washington DC | ANI
Anjum Batra

Anjum Batra on avoiding typecasting, exploring roles with Maamla Legal Hai 2

Anjum Batra is back with a powerful performance in Maamla Legal Hai 2, reprising his role as Lakhmir “Mintu.” In a candid chat, the actor opened up about the evolution of his character, his approach to acting, and what audiences can expect from the new season. Anjum Batra on his character Mintu Reflecting on the first season, Anjum shared, “In Season 1, the character of Mintu… was quite single-layered, according to me. There weren’t many dimensions to him; he was essentially Tyagi’s shadow, his yes-man.” He added, “Whatever Tyagi said or did, Mintu believed it was the best. He always stood by him and followed his lead.” Despite that simplicity, Mintu’s positivity stood out. “He was also someone who never spoke negatively… always positive, a high-spirited person… someone who stays happy no matter what.” However, the new season brings significant changes. “But this season is different. The writers have added a lot more layers to Mintu,” Anjum revealed. With Mintu now stepping into a position of authority, “he was made the acting president of the Bar Association, and that brings in a sense of responsibility and competition.” He further teased, “There’s also a dynamic involving Sujata and the tussle within the chamber… whether it will be Balli Negi and Associates or Negi Balli and Associates. That competition starts even with the name.” The actor also hinted at emotional shifts. “Along with that, there’s a new love-hate dynamic, which was not present in the previous season,” he said, adding, “So overall, Mintu has a lot more to do this time… I hope the audience enjoys it. The rest, I can’t reveal much, you’ll have to watch the show.” On working with Ravi Kishan Speaking about his craft, Anjum noted, “If you ask any actor what kind of roles excite them… we all enjoy playing different kinds of characters.” He explained, “Every person is unique; their mentality, body language, and expressions differ. That’s what makes acting so exciting.” Drawing from experience, he said, “I consider myself lucky because I’ve worked on shows like Crime Patrol, Bhanwar, Saavdhan India, and Code Red for almost 10 years.” Despite the comic tone of the show, he emphasized growth. “In Season 1, Mintu was largely a comic character… but thankfully, there are more layers to the character, which made it even more enjoyable.” Addressing typecasting, he said, “If you play a character very well, you often get typecast. But thankfully, that hasn’t happened to me yet.” Anjum also spoke about the challenge of playing Mintu. “Mintu is very different from who I am; I don’t have that comic energy in real life… that challenge makes it fun.” On the Tyagi-Mintu bond, he assured, “That love and friendship… will continue,” while teasing, “there is a twist… you’ll get to see it in one of the episodes.” He concluded by sharing updates on a new film: “It’s a story set in the 1980s, based on India and Pakistan… speaking in the West Punjab dialect… was a challenge. But overall, it was a great experience.”

06 April,2026 05:19 PM IST | Mumbai | Shruti Sampat
Prasanna Bisht

Exclusive! Chiraiya's Prasanna Bisht recalls the most emotionally draining scene

The recent web series, Chiraiya, headlined by Divya Dutta, Sanjay Mishra, and Prasanna Bisht, among others, has sparked some serious conversation regarding sexual harassment, marital rape, consent and victim blaming. Prasanna, who plays Pooja, a newly married woman who is a victim of marital rape in the series, got candid with mid-day regarding the darker aspects of the series. Prasanna Bisht recalls a sexual harassment incident on sets Given that the character was a vulnerable and emotionally intricate one, we asked the young actor how she got into the mindset of Pooja. To which she revealed, "Something happened with me before I got the show. I faced something during the shoot. I had invested so much of my emotions and my time in a project that I was emotionally connected to. And there was this person who crossed their limits. When I spoke about it in front of the team, I thought the team would back me up on that. But they started quoting me as a problem.  They titled me as somebody who was creating problems on set, just because I spoke up for myself."           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by JioHotstar (@jiohotstar) She added, "So I think that experience really helped me. I think I was just portraying what I went through. That's how I could relate to the character more." Further explaining how she prepared for the darker scenes in Chiraiya mentally, she says, "It's the trauma that we all have seen. It's the experiences that we all have faced as women. And I have seen it happening around me, with me. So, of course, it was very dark, and it was very heavy." Living and reliving such trauma while filming a scene is no ordinary deal, but Prasanna says, "I feel like I'm an actor, and if somehow my five-minute trauma, if I live it again and it empowers people, then I'll do that again and again." Prasanna reveals the most emotionally draining scene Did the emotional scenes stay with her after the cut? "Yeah," she asserts, adding, "It happened when there's a scene where I go, and I try to speak to my mother and she tells me to go back. She doesn't help me, she doesn't listen to me. She was not ready to accept that something like this could even exist. And even if it does, then she just wants me to sacrifice myself, my body, so that my father-in-law can help my brother with his job and other things." The Farrey actress explains, "So, that kind of stayed with me because I think I come from a family where my mother and father have always taught me to be independent. They are very supportive. Even though there were times that I was not able to speak to them about sexual harassment because I think there's something with Indian families, they don't even talk about it. Like, there is no conversation about it." "When I did that scene, then I realised that there are so many parents out there who don't even support their daughters. And that completely shattered me. And then I started thinking about women who actually live in such houses." Talking about how she got out of that zone, she says, "I think everything takes time. You just live with it. You don't come out of it. You just live with it, and you just talk about it."

06 April,2026 04:31 PM IST | Mumbai | Amarylisa Gonsalves
Ravi Kishan

Ravi Kishan: 'Actors like me were brought back to life by OTT'

He’s 34-years-old in showbiz and has 750 projects to his credit today. Actor-politician Ravi Kishan has looked back at his journey from the era of Doordarshan to the time when strugglers had few avenues, and how the rise of OTT platforms revived his career, bringing him “back to life from darkness”. Talking about his journey after 750 projects, Ravi told IANS: “When I started, there was only Doordarshan, no option for strugglers. There are 15 lakh strugglers in Mumbai. Then the time came, then the channel came, then the serials came and people started getting work.” The Mumbai-born actor talked about how OTT turned out to be a whiff of fresh air for talents like him. “Then what did OTT do? Actors like me, Manoj Bajpayee, Pankaj Tripathi, all my friends and colleagues, all of them were brought back to life by OTT from the world of darkness. It brought me back,” said Ravi, who left an impressionable mark with his stint in the maiden season of Bigg Boss with his catchphrase “Zindagi Jhandwa Fir Bhi Ghamandwa.” He added that people thought of Ravi Kishan as just a “Bhojpuri superstar” or a “parliamentarian”. “‘This man can do Laapata Ladies? This police officer, sitting in a small room of 10 or 12, with a betel leaf, can do VD Tyagi in Maamla Legal Hai. This is Ravi Kishan? Thanks to this OTT, in all that darkness, people were forgetting the artists living in hell. Or they wanted to forget them by giving them a blanket,” said Ravi, who currently serves as Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha from Gorakhpur since 2019. “I am also one of them. So, this transformation that I have seen,” he added. Ravi is now excited about the release of the second season of Maamla Legal Hai and has promised that it is a “binge watch”. “You will love it if you do because this is the first season… This is the first series that has come in, which has gone into rerun and trending. I remember about Blacklist.” “This is the magic of this show, which spans. This is a show about India…A small court case, a case of lawyers. Every person, whether they are a farmer or a tycoon of a city, has a lawyer in their life. And it is about their (lawyers’) personal life.” “That is the beautiful part about this series. And the real, true events. Like in Bihar, recently, a horse-riding smuggler was running away. Police came after him with alcohol. Because alcohol is banned in Bihar. He ran away. The horse-riding smuggler who jumped into the jungle ran away. The next day, it was published in the newspaper that the horse was standing in the police station.” 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

06 April,2026 02:44 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
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Hey Kay Navin? series review: A heartfelt take on modern insecurities

“Hey, what’s new?” is a question we often ask casually when meeting someone after a long time. But beneath its simplicity lies a deeper, almost existential thought for many. The Marathi web series Hey Kay Navin? builds on this idea, exploring the desire for change through the lens of a couple married for a decade who have consciously chosen not to have children. Hey Kay Navin? plot Currently streaming on ZEE5, the series follows Rama (Priya Bapat) and her husband Aditya (Umesh Kamat). On the surface, their life appears nearly perfect, they have a beautiful home in Pune, stable corporate careers, and a loving, supportive marriage even after ten years. Aditya, in particular, comes across as an ideal partner, always encouraging Rama and backing her decisions without hesitation. Yet, beneath this seemingly content life, Rama grapples with a persistent sense of stagnation. Her insecurities are amplified when she compares her life to those around her, friends navigating parenthood and others embracing a more carefree lifestyle. In search of purpose and renewal, she decides to pursue her passion for fashion by launching her own clothing brand. The eight-episode series traces her journey, capturing both the professional hurdles she faces and the emotional shifts in her relationships along the way. Writer-director Varun Narvekar crafts a nuanced narrative that delves into the insecurities couples face at different stages of life. Much of the story unfolds from Rama’s perspective, allowing viewers to experience her internal conflicts and perceptions. Her comparisons, whether with her seemingly “perfect” neighbours raising a child or her free-spirited friends in a live-in relationship, add layers to her dissatisfaction, often straining her otherwise strong bond with Aditya. What sets Hey Kay Navin? apart is its refusal to idealise its protagonists. Rama and Aditya are deeply in love, but they are also flawed, vulnerable, and occasionally at odds with each other. Their arguments and emotional missteps lend authenticity to the narrative, making their journey feel real and relatable. Priya Bapat and Umesh Kamat anchor the show with compelling performances, their real-life relationship adding an effortless chemistry on screen. Priya, in particular, delivers a standout performance, especially in emotionally charged moments, like confronting her mother, who dismisses her ambitions, or breaking down when her first major professional opportunity falters under pressure. Umesh complements her well, portraying a partner who is both supportive and grounding without overshadowing her journey. The supporting cast, including Shubhangi Gokhale and Uday Tikekar as Rama’s parents, along with Payal Jadhav, Tanvi Kulkarni, and Rajasi Bhave, adds depth and texture to the narrative, strengthening its emotional core. Narvekar maintains a largely light-hearted tone, allowing humour and emotion to coexist organically. While the narrative occasionally leans into heightened emotional beats, it largely stays grounded in the everyday realities of its characters. Conclusion Hey Kay Navin? succeeds in capturing the quiet anxieties that often go unspoken in modern relationships, the fear of stagnation, the weight of comparison, and the constant yearning for “something more.” With relatable characters, sincere performances, and a thoughtful narrative, the series offers a reflective yet comforting watch. It may not provide all the answers, but it gently reminds viewers that the search for newness often begins within.

05 April,2026 01:22 PM IST | Mumbai | Athulya Nambiar
Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem

Huma Qureshi hails brother Saqib Saleem's performance in Kaptaan

Actress Huma Qureshi is all praise for her brother Saqib Saleem’s latest outing, Kaptaan, calling it a “banger” as she cheered him on with enthusiasm. Taking to her Instagram stories, Huma shared a few glimpses from the screening at home, which was attended by their friends and family. She wrote in the caption, “It’s Kaptaan time at the Qureshi household." In another story she wrote, "Saqib Saleem killed it Kaptaan. What a banger,” expressing her excitement and pride for her brother’s performance. Saqib too had shared an emotional note about the film’s screening night, describing it as “truly special.” The actor revealed that the evening was made memorable by the presence of his friends, family, and the film’s cast and crew, all coming together under one roof. He wrote: “Last night was truly special. I had the most wonderful evening surrounded by my friends, family, and everyone who came to watch Kaptaan. Having all my loved ones under one roof, along with the incredible cast and crew I had the privilege of working with, felt surreal.” He added that the most meaningful part of the night was having his parents by his side, whom he called his “real-life Kaptaans.” Saqib said seeing their proud smiles and feeling their unwavering support made the moment feel complete. “But the most special part of the night was having my real-life Kaptaans, my parents, right there by my side. Seeing their proud smiles, feeling their love and support in that moment, made everything feel complete.” The actor described the experience as emotional and overwhelming, filled with immense happiness that words could hardly capture. “It was emotional, overwhelming, and filled with so much happiness that words truly fall short. Grateful and thankful to God for everything. Kaptaan is now all yours to watch. And also bday was brought in early. Thanks Danish n Ridhima.” Talking about Kaptaan, the series is set against the charged backdrop of Jwalabad. This gritty crime saga dives into a world where crime has evolved into structured cartels, and power is no longer claimed through chaos alone, but control. The series also stars Siddharth Nigam, Kavita Kaushik, Varun Badola, Anjumm Shharma, Aarif Zakaria, Poojaa Gor, Vikram Kochhar, and Anushka Kaushik in pivotal roles. 

04 April,2026 12:05 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
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Jamie Bell's first look from Peaky Blinders' sequel series out

The streaming giant Netflix has released a first look at the untitled sequel series to Peaky Blinders, starring Jamie Bell. He will star as Duke Shelby, the son of Cillian Murphy's original lead character, Thomas Shelby, reported Variety. Duke was previously played by Barry Keoghan in Netflix's sequel film Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, which was released last month, but Bell will play the gangster going forward. Stranger Things and Industry star Charlie Heaton will also lead the cast of the sequel series. Other cast members include Jessica Brown Findlay, Lashana Lynch, and Lucy Karczewski, according to Variety. The Peaky Blinders page shared the first look on Instagram.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Peaky Blinders (@peakyblinders) The new show will take place 10 years after the events of The Immortal Man and follow the next generation of the Shelby family in the 1950s, reported Variety. "In this new era of Peaky Blinders, a decade after World War Two, the race to rebuild Birmingham becomes a brutal contest of mythical dimensions. This is a city of unprecedented opportunity and jeopardy. At its blood-soaked heart is Duke Shelby: older, wiser, more ambitious, and most certainly more dangerous," reads the official logline, as quoted by Variety. Two six-episode seasons of the sequel series, now filming in Birmingham, will arrive on Netflix and the BBC. The show is produced by Banijay U.K.'s Kudos and Garrison Drama. "I am thrilled that we are announcing a new era of Peaky Blinders, moving the story to post-war Birmingham in the early 50s," said Peaky Blinders creator and writer Steven Knight. "We are incredibly fortunate to have Jamie Bell taking the role of Tommy Shelby's oldest son, Duke, and to have the incredible Charlie Heaton also leading the cast. There are more exciting cast announcements to come, and Peaky is on the road again," reported Variety. 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

04 April,2026 11:22 AM IST | Washington DC | ANI
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Shooting for TVF's Panchayat 5 kick-started, check out BTS pics

Lights, camera, and action! The shooting for the popular web series Panchayat 5 has commenced. On Friday, the streaming giant shared BTS pictures from the sets of the fifth season. Check out.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by prime video IN (@primevideoin) "6 years of being in Phulera and never wanting to leave PanchayatOnPrime, New Season, Now Filming," the streamer captioned the post. Since its debut in 2020, Panchayat has steadily grown into one of India's most beloved series, winning hearts across seasons. The new season will continue the story of Abhishek and the people of Phulera. According to the makers, the upcoming season will show Abhishek facing a difficult work environment under a new and vengeful leadership. While he prepares to move ahead with his dream of pursuing an MBA, he must first settle some unfinished matters in the village of Phulera. Panchayat is produced by The Viral Fever and is directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra. The story is written by Chandan Kumar. The series stars Jitendra Kumar in the lead role. The show also features actors like Raghubir Yadav, Neena Gupta, Faisal Malik, Chandan Roy, Saanvika, Durgesh Kumar, Ashok Pathak and Sunita Rajwar in important 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

04 April,2026 11:21 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI
 Sushmita Sen. Pic/AFP

When Sushmita Sen revealed her prep for winning Miss Universe

Bollywood actress Sushmita Sen, who was last seen in the 3rd season of the superhit streaming show Aarya, once spoke about what it takes to bag the title of Miss Universe. An old video of the actress talking to the media after her return to India following her victory at Miss Universe, has resurfaced on the Internet. In the video, she said, “You have to get your wardrobe in order, you have to get your body in order for which you need to do a lot of physical exercises and going to gym and everything. But honestly, I did not work so much for all this”. She further mentioned, “I worked on my mental level at that point of time because it takes a lot of confidence, it takes a lot of tolerance, a lot of patience to be there among so many beautiful girls, to face an audience of so many people and to be yourself yet there. So I guess that's what I really worked on”. Sushmita Sen won the Miss Universe 1994 title. She became the first Indian to win the Miss Universe crown. She represented India after winning the Femina Miss India 1994 title earlier that year, where she placed first ahead of Aishwarya Rai. During the Miss Universe competition, Sushmita Sen advanced through preliminary rounds, including swimsuit and evening gown segments, to reach the final stage. In the final question round, she was asked about the essence of being a woman. Her response emphasized motherhood, compassion, and strength as defining qualities. She was crowned by outgoing Miss Universe Dayanara Torres of Puerto Rico. Sen’s victory marked India’s first Miss Universe win and contributed to increased global recognition of Indian contestants in international beauty pageants. The same year, India also won Miss World through Aishwarya Rai, marking a significant milestone for the country in global pageantry. Sushmita Sen’s win is recorded as a key moment in India’s participation in international beauty competitions. 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

04 April,2026 10:09 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
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