‘Amar Singh Chamkila' starring Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra is set to premiere on Netflix on May 12. Directed by Imtiaz Ali, the movie depicts the untold story of Punjab's legendary singer, the top-selling artist of his era, who rose from poverty to immense fame in the 1980s through his powerful music. Chamkila was the original rockstar of the masses, angering many along the way, which finally led to his assassination at the young age of 27. Who was Chamkila, and what led to his tragic demise, watch this video for more details.
11 April,2024 06:52 PM IST
Indian playback singer Nikhita Gandhi joined Mid-day.com for its special segment Mumbai Meri Jaan where she spoke about her first-ever trip to Mumbai which included meeting people like Oprah Winfrey and Shah Rukh Khan where she was a part of A R Rahman's team on a tour. She also spoke about her favourite spots in the city. For Nikhita Gandhi, Mumbai is a vibe. Watch the full video for more!
19 March,2024 03:40 PM IST
PM Modi on 27th February, met German singer Cassandra Mae Spittsman and her mother in Tamil Nadu's Palladam. The German singer is known for singing songs, especially devotional ones in several Indian languages. While meeting PM Modi on Tuesday, she sang Achyutam Keshavam and a Tamil song as well. Previously, in one of his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ episodes, PM Modi had appreciated the singer’s passion for Indian music and culture. He was also seen praising her performance in the viral clip. This is Cassandra's first India visit. She sang two songs for PM Modi's show. Cassandra Mae Spittmann sings in many otheer languages like Kannada, Sanskrit, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Urdu, Assamese and Bengali.
28 February,2024 01:16 PM IST
Legendary Singer Pankaj Udhas passed away today in Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital at the age of 73. The singer was known for soulful renditions like 'Chhiti Aayee Hai'. As we pay our respects to the Padma Shri Awardee singer, here is a flashback to the time when musicians Pankaj Udhas and Rekha Bhardwaj bonded over their love for ghazals! Join us in a heartfelt tribute to the late ghazal maestro, Pankaj Udhas, as he shares the extraordinary journey of his life in this poignant video. Discover how he embarked on his singing career, his idols who inspired him, the unwavering support from his family, and the invaluable lessons from his Urdu guru. Pankaj Udhas also narrates the touching moment when he faced skepticism about the interest in ghazals in today's world, and how it fueled his passion even more. Relive the magic of his soul-stirring ghazals and the profound impact he left on the world of music
26 February,2024 06:32 PM IST | Mumbai
In an exclusive chat with Mid-day's 'Sit With Hitlist' segment, Sushmita Sen unravelled the journey to becoming Miss Universe. She spoke about the surprising cultural imprint she left in the Philippines. Sushmita mentioned how her victory cemented a legacy not just for India but also left a mark on the people of the Philippines. Sushmita revealed that there are girls in the country named after the actress! She stated 'This name is a Filipino name now' where girls are named like - Sushmita Sushmita Chagalung Mang and Sushmita Sen Chagalung Mang. The actress also mentioned that after India, Philippines is her second home.
25 November,2023 05:00 PM IST
African-American singer Mary Millben on Nov 08 slammed Nitish Kumar for his derogatory remarks in the state assembly. Millben then called on a “courageous” woman to “step up” and declare her candidature for Bihar Chief Minister. She also lauded the Indian Prime Minister saying that he stands for women and is the best leader for India and the progress of Indian citizens. Millben made the remarks while reacting to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s use of derogatory language in the state assembly to explain the role of education and women in population control. Soon after Nitish Kumar’s speech, massive outrage erupted as several BJP leaders blasted on the CM and asked his resignation.
09 November,2023 12:02 PM IST
In a candid conversation with Gujarati Midday Dot Com Manmeet and Harmeet revealed that they made 'Maadi' garbo in less than 4 hours. The project was completed within 3 days. They also shared the experience of working with PMO.
25 October,2023 06:44 PM IST
Ahead of the clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan in the ICC World Cup on October 14, fans were seen supporting and cheering for Team India. Meanwhile, celebrities have arrived at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad. Former Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar, Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma, and Bollywood singer Arijit Singh were spotted arriving at the Ahmedabad airport. Both India and Pakistan are coming off victories in their last outings. With two wins out of two matches, both teams will look forward to registering a hat-trick of wins.
14 October,2023 01:05 PM IST | Mumbai
Indian music director Mithoon has again done his magic with music in Gadar 2. In an exclusive conversation with Gujarati Midday Dot Com he candidly spoke about the recreation of Udd Jaa Kaale Kaava and Main Nikla Gaddi Leke. He accepted challenges behind the recreation and shared the moment when the tracks of the film were not ready but shooting began.#Gadar2 #uddjaakaalekaava #MainNiklaGaddiLeke #mithoon #sunnydeol
18 August,2023 11:08 AM IST
In a world often dominated by parental expectations, there are moments when a single spark ignites a transformative journey. Kashyap, a rising musical sensation, shared his intriguing path to becoming a dynamic musician, fueled by the soul-stirring melodies of "Tum Hi Ho" from the movie Aashiqui 2.Recollecting his early years, Kashyap reminisced, "I was brainwashed by my parents to pursue Chartered Accountancy!" However, destiny had other plans. At the tender age of five, he received a small piano as a birthday gift, unknowingly laying the foundation for his melodious future.
07 August,2023 10:55 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
