AR Rahman was recently awarded the prestigious Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award at a ceremony in Mumbai. During his acceptance speech, AR Rahman shared that his father had deep respect for the Mangeshkar family. He said, “My father, when he was working in the film industry down south, used to get up facing Lata Mangeshkar ji’s photograph. So, when I became a composer from the south and the enormous love I got from you guys, changed my life. One thing I tell my family – my kids – is that look at the Mangeshkar family. The dedication they have. today we need that, today we need to celebrate the dedication of Lata ji, Asha ji, Hridaynath ji and the whole family. Hridaynath ji keeps asking me what I like about him. I say, ‘everything’.”
25 April,2024 09:05 PM IST
Get an exclusive peek behind the curtains as Mid-day.com interviews the cast of Dil Dosti Dilemma, delving into the genuine bonds and memorable anecdotes that define each character's journey.
25 April,2024 09:03 PM IST
The premiere night of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's much-anticipated debut web series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar turned into a dazzling affair as several stars from the film and television graced the event on Wednesday in Mumbai. From veteran actress Rekha to superstar Salman Khan, Alia Bhatt, Mrunal Thakur, Bhumi Pednekar, Ananya Panday, Atlee, Karan Johar, Vicky Kaushal, and several other stars gathered together to root for Bhansali and his 'Heeramandi' team.
25 April,2024 03:08 PM IST
Bollywood Megastar Amitabh Bachchan was honoured with prestigious third Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar award on April 24. Singer Usha Mangeshkar, the third eldest Mangeshkar sibling, presented the award to Amitabh Bachchan. The award was instituted in memory of melody queen Lata Mangeshkar after her demise in 2022. The award is given for remarkable dedication to the nation, its people, and society. Previous recipients of this esteemed award include Prime Minister Narendra Modi and popular singer Asha Bhosale.
25 April,2024 03:07 PM IST
Filmmaker Vikramaditya Motwane, served as one of the mentors for MAMI Select – a unique initiative by MAMI Mumbai Film Festival where five budding directors were given the opportunity to make short films on an iPhone under the guidance of mavericks like Motwane himself. In an exclusive interaction Motwane gets candid about the process of mentoring these young and raw talents to achieve something marvelous, the need for such opportunities, shift in OTT content, and more.
25 April,2024 03:02 PM IST
Delve into the world of Chamkila's music with renowned filmmaker Imtiaz Ali as he explores the role of women in the creative process. Discover insights into Punjab's cultural landscape during Chamkila's era in this exclusive interview
23 April,2024 08:08 PM IST
‘Hiccups and Hookups’ actress Shinnova has filed a suit to prove that she is the biological daughter of actor-politician Ravi Kishan born out of his relationship with Aparna Soni. She has worked in the series ‘Hiccups and Hookups’ alongside Lara Dutta and Prateik Babbar. The 25-year-old took the internet by storm after she posted a video claiming that she’s the biological daughter of Kishan and will take the legal route to prove the same. She has also demanded a DNA test. Watch the video for more
23 April,2024 05:37 PM IST
Dive into the captivating world of celebrity styling with Florian Hurel, the acclaimed French stylist who has left an indelible mark on Bollywood. In this exclusive interview with Florian shares his fascinating journey from France to India, where he has not only styled some of Bollywood's biggest names like Priyanka Chopra, Sara Ali Khan, Tamannaah Bhatia, Khushi Kapoor, and Deepika Padukone but also ventured into entrepreneurship by setting up a gym in Bandra. Discover Florian's unique grooming and styling tips tailored for the Indian audience, from insider hair care secrets to his favorite styling techniques. Beyond his professional endeavors, Florian opens up about his personal life, including his heartwarming love story with his Gujarati wife. Join us as Florian Hurel navigates the dynamic landscape of Bollywood, entrepreneurship, and cultural fusion, offering invaluable insights into his successful career and personal journey in India
23 April,2024 05:25 PM IST
Social media star Radhika Bangia gives Mid-day an inside view into her journey to becoming a successful content creator. From her love for South Korea, BTS and Blackpink to shooting for a Rohit Shetty film and a song in KGF, the content creator gets candid about all the opportunities social media has opened up for her. Watch the video where she gives us a lowdown on her favourite K-dramas, Korean food, travel spots and more!
23 April,2024 05:10 PM IST
An Aamir Khan song that has stuck with audiences for 36 years is ‘Papa Kehte Hain’ from ‘Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak’, sung originally by Udit Narayan. Now, there’s a new version out that’s catching everyone’s attention. The latest version features in the upcoming biopic ‘Srikanth’, starring Rajkummar Rao in the lead role. At the song launch on Monday, Aamir and Udit reunited and took a trip down memory lane. Udit recalled how he was nervous when he first met Aamir 36 years ago. Watch the video for more
23 April,2024 05:08 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
