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Veteran performer Asrani is receiving a ton of tributes, including
Indian actor Govardhan Asrani passed away last week at the age of 84, and tributes are flooding in. According to his management, Asrani, who goes by his last name, passed away in a hospital in Mumbai city on Monday after a brief illness, as reported by BBC Hindi. Asrani performed in over 300 films during the course of a career that lasted more than 50 years, the majority of them were comedic. He played an eccentric jailer in the 1975 hit Sholay, which stands out as one of his most memorable roles."Asrani ji, the person who made everyone smile, is no longer with us. In a statement shared on the actor's social media accounts, his family wrote, "His passing is an irreparable loss for both Hindi cinema and our hearts." On Monday, family members and close friends attended the performance of his last rites. Asrani was referred to as a "versatile artist" and "gifted entertainer" by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi."In particular, his remarkable performances brought laughter and joy to innumerable lives. Modi commented on X, "His contribution to Indian cinema will always be cherished." Asrani was born in 1941 in Rajasthan, a state in western India. In the 1960s, he studied acting at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) after starting his career as a voice actor at the state-run All India Radio. Although he made his Hindi cinema debut in 1967, he gained global recognition for his role as a clumsy jailer in the 1975 film Sholay, which was intended to be a caricature of Adolf Hitler.Earlier this year, Asrani recounted his preparation for the part in an interview with BBC Hindi. He stated that the jailer "thinks he is very smart but isn't," according to the film's director Ramesh Sippy and writer Salim-Javed. In the 1980s and 1990s, Asrani was frequently featured on television programs that were broadcast on Doordarshan, the state broadcaster. In the 1980s hit series Natkhat Narad, he portrayed the Hindu scholar Narad Muni. In addition, he directed a number of Gujarati and Hindi movies. From subtle situational humor to overblown performances, the actor became linked with comedic roles in popular movies. However, he thought he was more than a comedian.
Published 21 Oct 2025 08:10 PM
Roopa Ganguly tears down on Pankaj Dheer's death, names Mahabharat co-star ‘most attractive man on the set after…’
Actor Roopa Ganguly, who played Draupadi in BR Chopra's Mahabharat (1988-1990), lavished compliments as she remembered her co-star Pankaj Dheer (who essayed the character of Karna). Roopa said in an interview with NDTV that Pankaj "was the most handsome man on the set after Nitish Bharadwaj." He was also described as a "reserved person" by her. In addition, Roopa conveyed her shock and sympathy at Pankaj's passing.After a fight with cancer, Pankaj passed away at the age of 68, according to news agency PTI. Roopa discussed him and said that she was unaware of his poor health. "I think we had a text conversation around a year ago. However, he never discussed his sickness with me," Roopa sobbed. Despite meeting Pankaj "years ago," she said that they continued to communicate "over texts on and off."She walked down memory lane, remembering their interactions on the Mahabharat film sets. After Nitish Bharadwaj, Pankaj Dheer was the most attractive male on the set. I would text him and refer to him as "my most handsome friend." 'Handsome' was a term he was aware of. However, he is a really polite, well-mannered man. Firoz Khan, who portrayed Arjun, and Puneet Issar, who played Duryodhan, were a little mischievous (chulbule). However, Pankaj was always quiet," she remarked.Pankaj was well-known for his roles as King Shivdutt in the fantasy drama Chandrakanta and Karna in BR Chopra's Mahabharat. "He died this morning from cancer." Producer Ashoke Pandit was quoted by PTI as stating, "He had been in and out of the hospital in the past months." On Wednesday night, Pankaj's final ceremonies were held at the Pawan Hans crematorium. Among those who paid their final respects at the crematorium were Salman Khan, Sidharth Malhotra, Arbaaz Khan, Puneet Issar, and Mika Singh. His son, Nikitin Dheer, an actor, and wife, Anita Dheer, survive him.
Published 16 Oct 2025 05:20 PM
KBC 17: A child who is "overconfident" enters the hot seat and requests that Amitabh Bachchan not explain the regulations; they depart without receiving any compensation. "Mujhe, rules vules pata hai.
Presenting a special kids' edition, Amitabh Bachchan's Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 showcases intelligent young candidates who frequently dazzle spectators with their charm and humor. A recent show, however, garnered notice for a different reason: a young participant's overconfident demeanor and somewhat impolite remarks toward Big B went viral. The video has already gone viral on social media, and the child eventually left without receiving any cash.Since Amitabh entered the hot seat, the child has been seen speaking brutally to him in a video that has gone viral on social media. The child, Ishit Bhatt, is a fifth-grade student from Gandhinagar, Gujarat.A fifth-grade student from Gandhinagar, Gujarat named Ishit Bhatt participated in the Junior edition of KBC 17. After he said to Amitabh Bachchan, "Mere ko rules pata hai, isliye aap mereko abhi rules samjhane mat baithna" (I know the rules, so don't start explaining them to me right now), his segment swiftly became the buzz of social media. Even Big B looked momentarily surprised as the audience gasped.Ishit's demands and interruptions persisted as the game started. The boy interrupted Amitabh before he could complete reading the questions, saying, "Arre option daalo!" (Come on, show me the possibilities!) & "Sir ek kya, lekin lock karo, uss mein chaar lock lagado!" (Sir, make sure to lock it with four locks, not just one. Many were annoyed by his arrogance, while others found it amusing.Ishit firmly selected Ayodhya Kanda, which turned out to be incorrect, when asked, "What is the name of the first Kanda of the Valmiki Ramayana?" The right response was Bala Kanda. Amitabh Bachchan kindly remarked, "Kabhi kabhi bachhe over confidence mein galti kar dete hai" (Sometimes children make mistakes due to overconfidence) when he lost all of his gains.With thousands of views, the episode's footage went popular on X (previously Twitter). The boy's tone was criticized by many people as being impolite and haughty. An individual commented, "Arrogance got schooled." Perhaps the parents will learn now. "Knowledge without manners is useless," another person said. Others, on the other hand, defended the boy, claiming that social media was being too harsh on a minor and that he was just overexcited.
Published 14 Oct 2025 05:18 PM
Day 12 (LIVE) box office receipts for "Kantara: Chapter 1": The Rishab Shetty movie, which has already made over Rs 430 crore, begins the second Monday slowly.
How "Kantara: Chapter 1" has dominated the box office. Despite having a massive opening of over Rs 60 crore on day one in all languages, the Rishab Shetty-directed film, which also starred him, Rukmini Vasanth, and other performers, gradually started to decline. It made the most of its October 2 release date, which was a national holiday because of Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra. However, the movie continued to make around Rs 20 crore even in the days that followed. It has grown well on its second weekend.Rishab Shetty, the mastermind of Kantara, posted BTS images of the film, and the post quickly gained popularity. The BTS photographs were posted on Instagram, and within three hours, they had over 1.5 lakh likes."A swollen leg and an exhausted body were present during the climax shoot, but now millions of people watch and admire the climax." Only the blessings of the heavenly spirit that we believe in made this possible. Sincere gratitude to all of our supporters," Rishab Shetty wrote beside the photos. On October 2, Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1, a prequel to the popular first movie, was made available. The film made ₹478.65 crore net in 11 days in India. Sacnilk claims that the film has already made ₹600 crore worldwide. According to reports, Kantara 2 had a ₹125 crore budget.Three years have passed since Kantara, which was made for a mere ₹16 crore, became an enormous success. Globally, the folklore drama brought in ₹407.82 crore. The images that went viral depict Rishab's swelling legs during the climax shoot, which has grown to be one of the most moving moments for fans all around the country.
Published 13 Oct 2025 05:12 PM
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With every stage of the big Indian democracy festival coming to an end and the finish line nearly in sight, the nation's most crucial question is becoming more and more relevant with each day: What will happen on June 4?The India poll storyline is dominated by a number of related talking topics and problems in addition to the fundamental question of who will win the big race. Is 400-paar merely electioneering speak, or is India really prepared to grant an outright majority to a single regime? Or, as some pollsters have predicted, will the Indian voter want a mandate change this time and try out a new political system?If the INDIA group is victorious and provides the nation with a credible long-term political option, will it be able to maintain its unity or will it crumble at the first sign of a coalition challenge due to conflicting interests and ideologies?Not to mention, would PM Modi be able to keep all of his much-vaunted promises in the event that the BJP wins? What matters more is who will be his deserving successor. The 2024 election will be one of the most closely followed in history, both domestically and internationally, because of some of these issues. The ET Online Elections Survey aims to address some of these important concerns and assess popular sentiment. However, the survey is only research-related and does not reflect a viewpoint.
Twinkle Khanna is the familys brains; zyada padha nahi hu, main anpadh aadmi hu – Akshay Kumar
Recently, Bollywood star Akshay Kumar talked candidly about his family life, praising his wife Twinkle Khanna from the bottom of his heart and sharing stories about their time spent in London. Akshay talked about the sharp contrast between his work ethic and Twinkle's IQ, attributing Twinkle's brilliance to his daughter. Actress Twinkle Khanna, the daughter of Rajesh Khanna, is married to Akshay. The two children of the couple are Aarav and Nitaara.During a conversation with cricketer Shikhar Dhawan on Jio Cinema's Dhawan Karenge, Akshay said, "My daughter gets her intelligence from my wife, Twinkle." Zyada padha nahi hu, main to anpadh aadmi hu. "Wo dimaag wali hai, gadha mazdoori karta hu."The actor and the actress-turned-author Twinkle Khanna got married on January 17, 2001, and have been together for more than ten years. Akshay talked on Twinkle's intelligence and how fortunate he was to have married her in the debut episode of cricket player Shikhar Dhawan's chat show, Dhawan Karenge.Akshay complimented their 11-year-old daughter Nitara, saying that mom Twinkle is the source of her intelligence. "Zyada padha nahi hu, main to anpadh aadmi hu." Twinkle Khanna dimag wali hai, main gadha mazdoori karta hu. (I'm an uneducated man who hasn't done any studying. I work by hand, but she has the brain," Akshay reportedly said to Shikhar, according to a Pinkvilla article.
A government agency in India invested millions in endorsing BJP election slogans.
The goal of the Central Bureau of Communication is to advance governmental initiatives. Rather than using catchphrases from Modi's party, the agency became the largest Google ad spender prior to the election.As the Indian election campaign got underway in November, a slogan created by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, began to acquire popularity.The governing party presented "Modi ki guarantee" (also known as "Modi's guarantee") as the widely popular prime minister's personal pledge to Indian voters in an effort to set itself apart from the opposition parties' obviously disorganized coalition. Using that phrase, the BJP started running Google ads in the third week of November.However, at the same time, a another organization began investing millions of rupees in a campaign that had a nearly identical name: "Modi sarkar ki guarantee" (the guarantee of the Modi government). Throughout the campaign's months-long run of videos, "Modi's guarantee" was frequently mentioned.In one such commercial, which aired on February 23, an actor who plays a young businessman tells a worried father, "Papa, there's Modi's guarantee," as a way to reassure him about his son's career decision. Modi ji has pledged to elevate India to the top among nations with the highest number of unicorn businesses. He states at the end with confidence that "every startup will start in India thanks to Modi's guarantee."These were the only ads that weren't from the BJP. They were a part of a campaign run by the Central Bureau of Communication (CBC), the advertising agency for the Indian government, and were funded by Indian taxpayers. At least one additional campaign mimicked the style and phrasing of the BJP's election slogans, releasing a number of advertisements in March. The biggest opposition party in the nation, the Indian National Congress, complained to the Election Commission of India (ECI), the constitutional body in charge of conducting the elections, on March 22. The complaint stated that these CBC commercials breached election regulations by misappropriating public funds for the governing party's campaign. The amount of money the CBC spent on government ads that seem to match the BJP's campaign themes has now been made public by an Al Jazeera investigation. Critics claim these ads cast doubt on the ability of non-partisan organizations to maintain impartiality during the election. From November, when it began running regular ads on the internet platform, until March 15, the government's communication agency spent around 387 million rupees ($4.65 million) on Google AdWords.
While he was away, Sanjay Leela Bhansalis Heeramandi ADs would film a single page in 12 hours. Actor Mark Bennington pondered Is this a joke
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is listed as the only director of the Netflix series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, with a few other directors receiving credit at the conclusion of each episode. Actor Mark Bennington, who portrayed the evil British officer Henderson in the show, disclosed in a recent interview that his aides would shoot for hours on end on days when Bhansali wasn't there in order to await the director's permission. He revealed that Bhansali would receive specific footage, which he would either accept or reject. However, on the days when Bhansali directed himself, scenes would be completed in three to five takes.During his first day on the Heeramandi set, Mark noted in an interview with Showsha that Bhansali wasn't there. They were emailing Bhansali clips, which I'm not sure he approved or disapproved of. They would merely email him the clips, not every clip. I'm not sure. Anyhow. We ultimately did fifteen to twenty-five takes for each arrangement. On a wide picture, it took about 19 takes. "Are you guys kidding me?" I thought. Is this a practical joke? I mistook it for a candid camera. There must be a joke in this. We are unable to perform that many takes. When we come to the close-up and there are two takes, I believed everything would be OK.
Cannes in 2024 Debuting with a 20 kg pink gown that required 30 days and 1,000 meters of cloth, Nancy Tyagi
Nancy Tyagi, a fashion influencer from Delhi, made her red carpet debut at the 77th Cannes Film Festival wearing a custom-designed and intricately embroidered pink gown with ruffles. She said that it took a whole month to complete the ensemble, requiring over 1,000 meters of cloth.The delicate pink gown featured elbow-high gloves and a strapless sequined bodice. A delicate silver necklace from CaratLane and delicately tonged hair finished Tyagi's appearance. With a strong eyeliner and a delicate pink lip, she stayed dewy and fresh thanks to Indian beauty brand Mars Cosmetics.Nancy Tyagi, a fashion influencer from Delhi, made her red carpet debut at the 77th Cannes Film Festival wearing a custom-designed and intricately embroidered pink gown with ruffles. She said that it took a whole month to complete the ensemble, requiring over 1,000 meters of cloth.Nancy Tyagi, an Indian fashion influencer, gained notoriety after making her Cannes red carpet debut. Nancy, who is from a village in Uttar Pradesh, India, donned a design of her own to the red carpet of a famous film festival. The content creator said that making the dress took her a full month in a red carpet interview.Nancy Tyagi strolls the Cannes red carpet Nancy says in a video that Brut posted that she never would have imagined how much she has accomplished and that she is thrilled to be walking the red carpet. Nancy answered in Hindi, strutting her ensemble and claiming to have sewn it herself."Stepping onto the red carpet at the 77th Cannes Film Festival as a debutant feels surreal," Nancy said, sharing moments from the red carpet. This pink gown, which took 30 days to make, used 1000 meters of fabric, and weighs more than 20 kg, is the result of my heart and soul. Although the road has been difficult, every minute has been worthwhile. I'm ecstatic and really grateful for all of your love and support. This is a dream come true, and I sincerely hope you are as amazed by my invention as I have been motivated by your support. From the bottom of my heart, thank you!"Nancy's trip from the Baghpat region of Uttar Pradesh's Baranwa village to the Cannes Red Carpet is nothing short of extraordinary. After completing Class 12, Nancy moved to Delhi for UPSC coaching; however, things changed when a lockdown occurred. She quickly began producing content for financial gain. Nancy's trip from the Baghpat region of Uttar Pradesh's Baranwa village to the Cannes Red Carpet is nothing short of extraordinary. After completing Class 12, Nancy moved to Delhi for UPSC coaching; however, things changed when a lockdown occurred. She quickly began producing content for financial gain.After taking a quick look at her Instagram, you'll see that Nancy creates some amazing impersonations of celebrities. She sources local materials for her ensembles and sews them herself. Her fans are frequently entertained by her skill as she posts the entire process on Instagram.Karishma Gangwal, Ayush Mehra, and Viraj Ghelani graced the red carpet in addition to Nancy Tyagi.
On day two of Cannes, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan turns attention with her spectacular evening costume.
On the second day of Cannes, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan chose a green and silver gown with double shading, a trail, and dramatic shoulders.Bollywood actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan turned heads with her breathtaking second appearance as the Cannes red carpet was unveiled once more. Falguni Shane Peacock created a shimmering gown that the actor was spotted wearing.Aishwarya chose a green and silver, double-shaded gown with a trail and dramatic shoulders for her second day. Online admirers liked the appearance. "Tonight we take drama to the next level!!!" wrote one of the users. But another user responded, "Game of Thrones?," in response to the dramatic shoulders. Does she speak for us Game of Thrones fans? The iron throne, wow.When Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan returned to the Cannes Film Festival and walked the famous red carpet, she once again commanded attention from around the globe.Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been a recognizable presence at the Cannes Film Festival for more than 20 years. Her journey started in 2002 when she received an invitation to the Bollywood film Devdas's premiere. Ever since, she's been named as the first Indian actress to be on the Cannes jury and has been in the news often for her flawless red carpet looks. Whether she's dressed in glitzy cocktail dresses, couture ball gowns, or traditional saris, Bachchan always manages to make an impression on the red carpet.When Aishwarya Rai Bachchan showed up on the red carpet for the premiere of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023), she brought Sophie Couture's amazing avant-garde design to life. Her entire upper torso was framed by a dramatic hood on a metallic gown. A black bow tied around her waist completed the look.
Positive parenting How feedback affects a childs emotional and general wellbeing
The goal of positive parenting is to use feedback to support a child's mental health, resilience, and sense of self-worth. Professionals offer advicePositive parenting focuses on providing feedback to foster a child's self-esteem, build resilience, and promote mental well-being since the words we use to lead our children have a significant impact on their mental health. Children's self-image and self-esteem are shaped by our words and nonverbal cues, and this formative experience also serves as the foundation for the inner dialogue that they carry into adulthood.Mansi Poddar, a trauma-informed psychotherapist, said in an interview with HT Lifestyle: "When feedback emphasizes effort and progress, it supports a child's attempts and celebrates their growth. This enhances self-esteem and confidence. Say something more precise, like, "I loved how you used different colors in your drawing," rather than just "good job."Mansi Poddar declared, "This fosters a love for learning and self-motivation," adding that receiving positive feedback makes learning and accomplishments truly enjoyable. Remind a young person of their efforts by saying something like, "I see you practiced your piano piece, it sounds great!" When parents give their children feedback that acknowledges their feelings, the child learns to recognize and control their emotions. By doing this, emotional intelligence is developed. Pay attention to how their actions impact you: “It makes me happy when you share your toys.”"When we celebrate effort after challenges, it helps to increase a kid's resilience," the speaker continued. Saying something as basic as, "I know that test was hard, but you kept trying!" can have a significant impact. Here, kids discover that errors are opportunities rather than disappointments. This strengthens resilience and the capacity to overcome obstacles."Mindful relating can be the nourishing soil for the development of children," noted Sandy Dias Andrade, psychotherapist and founder-director of the Just Being Center for Mindfulness and Presence, adding her knowledge to the same. Their self-talk translates as "I'm not ok" or "I'm not perfect" and "I have to be a particular way to be accepted and loved" or "I'm not good enough" when we are harsh, critical, or impatient with them.The speaker came to the following conclusion: "In some ways, it validates who they are at a deeper level of being when we are encouraging, soothing, and truly see their efforts, their traits, that are not just reflected in our words but also in our eyes, through our touch, and in how we relate to them. People feel accepted for who they are. As a result, kids develop an innate ease and confidence in themselves, in their interactions with others, and in the world, exactly as they are. We serve as reflections of their inner selves.
The Supreme Court punishes those who create and support misleading food and health advertisements following Patanjalis censure.
New Delhi: The Supreme Court is now scrutinizing other sponsors and advertisers of dishonest food and health product ad campaigns, after Patanjali.Advertisers shall submit self-declaration forms certifying their compliance with cable TV laws and advertising standards prior to airing adverts, according to a bench made up of Justice Hima Kohli and Justice A. Amanullah that declared this on Tuesday. It stated that before the advertisements air, these statements had to be filed to the Broadcast Seva webpage.Additionally, it forewarned that promoters of false goods and services, such as celebrities and influencers, would be held equally accountable.The consumer affairs ministry was ordered by the court to set up a system that would allow advertisers to submit self-declarations for print media ads in four weeks.The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) took action against deceptive or fraudulent advertisements, especially those that pertain to food and health, and the court requested that the ministry provide a new affidavit detailing these steps. In a contempt action against co-founders of Patanjali Ayurved, yoga master Ramdev and managing director Balkrishna, for publishing deceptive ads in violation of the Drugs and Magic Remedies Objectionable Advertisements Act, the Supreme Court postponed its decision on Tuesday, according to Bar and Bench.Additionally, a bench of Justices Hima Kohli and Ahsanuddin Amanullah overruled a previous ruling requiring Ramdev and Balkrishna to be in person for the proceedings.After Ramdev and Balkrishna's attorneys promised the court they would provide a detailed account of every action done by Patanjali Ayurved to cease releasing deceptive advertisements, the order was revoked.The affidavit will be filed in three weeks, the court was informed, and it will include a detailed account of the actions the corporation took to recall the items for which its licenses have been stopped.The Indian Medical Association filed a suit against Patanjali Ayurved Limited, alleging that the firm was engaged in a "smear campaign" against modern medicine and the Covid-19 vaccination campaign. The bench was deliberating over this appeal.Senior Advocate Balbir Singh informed the bench during the hearing that the company has written to a number of platforms that were still running its adverts on behalf of Ramdev and Balkrishna. In addition, he declared that the selling of goods that were prohibited had stopped.
Dates for the OTT release of the upcoming web series 2024 are listed (NEW RELEASES THIS WEEK)
This page includes a list of all upcoming web series and OTT movies in India for 2024, along with their release dates in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, English, Zee5, Sony Liv, Alt Balaji, Hoichoi, MX Player, and Aha. Further down the page is a list of every web series and show that has been released in the last several months. This week, check out the most popular Indian Hindi series.Upcoming web series and OTT films in May 2024; new Hindi and English web series and films being released this weekPlatform Title Genre May 1, 2024Heeramandi Drama on Netflix May 3, 2024 Zee 5 Drama, The Broken News, Season 2. The Shaitaan Netflix movie on May 3, 2024 Akelli Jio Cinema Drama May 3, 2024 May 3, 2024, Tokyo Cinema's "Wonka" May 3, 2024: Netflix Comedy Unfrozen Dark Matter, Apple TV, May 8, 2024 Sci-Fi May 9, 2024: Mother of Bride Comedy on Netflix Thank You, Next Netflix Comedy, May 9, 2024 Maxton Hall, Apple TV, Sci-Fi, May 9, 2024 May 10, 2024, Prime Movie on Yodha May 10, 2024, Mahim, Jio Cinema, Murder, Drama Tujhpe Main Fida, May 11, 2024Drama on Amazon Mini TV
Cannes in 2024 Sobhita Dhulipala steals the show on the red carpet while sporting a shimmering Namrata Joshipura jumpsuit. The price is ₹1.8 lakh.
At the 77th Cannes Film Festival, Sobhita Dhulipala turns heads in a glittering purple jumpsuit by designer Namrata Joshipura. ImagesThe 77th Cannes Film Festival had a stunning appearance by Sobhita Dhulipala. The diva ruled the red carpet in a dazzling purple costume, leaving her fans in awe. Sobhita is only one of the numerous Indians who are representing their nation on this esteemed international stage. Fans have been anticipating Sobhita's red carpet appearance since the worldwide event began on May 14, and we have to admit that she did not disappoint. The gorgeous diva made an impression at the event last year when she wowed in an ethereal white gown. This time, she made waves in a glittering purple jumpsuit that perfectly showcased her sense of style. To learn more about appearance, continue scrolling. (See also: Cannes 2024: Interpreting Urvashi Rautela's Stunning Glam Looks on the Red Carpet, from Pink FurrySobhita Dhulipala looks stunning in a shimmering jumpsuit at Cannes Instead than following the archaic custom of walking the red carpet in a gown, Sobhita opted for a more modern look by dressing in a jumpsuit. At the Magnum "Welcome To The Pleasure Express" event at Cannes 2024, Sobhita chose an ensemble from the racks of well-known Indian designer Namrata Joshipura for her first look. Her dress, which had a striking cut-out design at the stomach, a plunging v-neckline, and elaborate fringe at the bottom, was an enticing shade of purple. For a glitzy finale, her costume is completely covered in shimmering sequins.An additional element of drama was supplied by the fringes that were fastened to the shoulders and extended to the floor. Her ensemble is a real show stopper, exhibiting the ideal balance of glitz, sequins, and elegant style. We can answer your questions if you're wondering how much Sobhita's look costs and you adore it. The whole expense of incorporating her style into your wardrobe is ₹1.8 lakh.Sobhita accessorized her appearance with a pair of huge gold hoops earrings that wonderfully suited her sophisticated look, but otherwise she kept her accessories simple so that her gown took center stage. She wore pink shimmery eyeshadow, winged eyeliner, smeared kajal, reddened cheeks, contoured cheekbones, brilliant highlighter, and glossy nude lipstick as part of her glam look. She completed her gorgeous image by letting her wavy hair fall naturally down her shoulders and fall open at the side partition.
Today in Mumbai, there are two massive rallies PM Modi at Shivaji Park, INDIA bloc, and Arvind Kejriwal at BKC.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will continue his campaign trail across the Hindi heartland state of Uttar Pradesh, where over half of the 80 Lok Sabha seats are up for grabs in the final three phases. This state is crucial to the BJP's chances. He will speak at three rallies in the constituencies of Barabanki, Fatehpur, and Hamirpur on Friday.After that, he will go to Mumbai, where he will speak at a rally at Shivaji Park alongside Union Minister of State Ramdas Athawale, MNS leader Raj Thackeray, Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, and Chief Minister of Maharashtra Eknath Shinde. Three of the city's seats are being contested by the BJP, and the remaining three by Shinde's Shiv Sena.
Hatke Zara An examination of the most anticipated films and television shows that will debut this week on OTT and in theaters, from Zara Bachke to Back to Black
This love drama, starring Sara Ali Khan and Vicky Kaushal, centers on a couple who wants to purchase a home of their own. Amidst their profound affection and ambitions, the movie delves into the challenges and victories of realizing their vision.Excitement is in the air in the entertainment industry because a number of eagerly awaited films and web series will soon be available on over-the-top platforms. These new films, which range from exciting adventures and animated musicals to riveting dramas and touching stories, aim to enthrall audiences and provide exceptional cinematic experiences. This is a preview of what's to come.Zara Bachke Zara Hatke (Jio Cinema, May 17) This love drama, starring Sara Ali Khan and Vicky Kaushal, centers on a couple who wants to purchase a home of their own. Amidst their profound affection and ambitions, the movie delves into the challenges and victories of realizing their vision.Bastar: The Story of the Naxals (Zee5, May 17) This film, starring Adah Sharma, is based on actual events from the 1910 Bastar revolt in modern-day Chhattisgarh. It explores the compelling and dramatic story of the rebellion, emphasizing the bravery and tenacity of individuals engaged.Kartam Bhugtam (May 17, theaters) This multilingual film, which stars Shreyas Talpade, Vijay Raaz, Madhoo, and Aksha Pardasany, delves into age-old astrological and karma beliefs. The plot weaves a narrative full of cultural insights, highlighting the idea that every action has a reaction.Prime Video: Outer Range Season 2 (May 16) 'Outer Range''s' second season centers on rancher Royal Abbott, who is defending his family and land. More exciting and enigmatic meetings are anticipated this season as Abbott overcomes obstacles to defend what is rightfully his. Thelma the Unicorn on Netflix, May 17 An animated musical about a small-time pony named Thelma who aspires to be a globally recognized music icon. She magically transforms into a unicorn and learns that fame entails sacrifices and new difficulties of its own. The Garfield Movie (in theaters May 17) The well-liked fictional cat Garfield makes amends with his father through a reunion in this comedy from 2024. Together, they go on a perilous heist that his father has planned, drawing Garfield into an amusing and unexpected journey.
Five openers who are changing T20 cricket in the IPL 2024
What is the connection between Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, and Jake Fraser-McGurk? In the Indian Premier League (IPL) for 2024, all three of the openers have strike rates more than 200. More than 12 runs per over, that is. Additionally, they have healthy averages of 41, 53, and 36, respectively, indicating that they have made significant runs—not just cameos—contributing to the team.With strike rates of 183 and 182, respectively, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) openers Sunil Narine and Phil Salt are a little lower than the other three. However, their methods and outcomes are comparable. Their respective healthy averages are 38 and 40.The carefree mindset exhibited by these batsmen has altered anticipations regarding the potential of Twenty20 cricket. On strong batting surfaces, one can expect scores of over 240 in 20 overs at a rate of 12 an over, and over 90 in the 6-over powerplay at a rate of 15 an over.It's no longer unusual to swing the bat from the opening ball of the inning in a baseball fashion. With the exception of bowler-friendly wickets that challenge batting technique, the traditional elbows-up approach is disappearing.Power hitters are warming up for sixes rather than boundaries during practice. To continue pounding the ball for extended periods of time, they are also developing their muscle memory.
Sanya Malhotra claims her mother took her to an astrologer in order to discourage her from acting, and the casting director advised her to get jaw reconstructive surgery.
The actor Sanya Malhotra talked candidly about the difficulties she encountered in her career, such as casting directors' critical remarks and her mother's lack of encouragement. Despite her mother taking her to "pandits" who thought she would be better suited for a profession in a bank, Sanya claimed in an interview that she was always endowed with the highest level of confidence and felt she would succeed as an actor or dancer.In an interview with online sensation Uorfi Javed for her podcast, Sanya talked about how self-assured she was when it came to her acting career in Mumbai and how she refused to wear cosmetics to auditions. When asked if she had any unpleasant memories from the years, she replied, "I still remember jaw reconstruction." I thought, "What?""They don't say anything now," she went on. But I'm aware of my perfection! I have so much confidence that it's beyond words. Naturally, though, it varies. It throws off especially during periods. I also have endometriosis, and my ovaries contain a cyst. However, I was so self-assured that I used to attend auditions in Mumbai without wearing makeup or hair. I was certain that my acting alone would get me the job. Of course I had a moustache in school. I responded to a youngster who made fun of me by saying, "Well, you don't have one. " I was certain I would become a heroine even at that young age.When asked if her parents had given her any criticism, Sanya replied, "They were both quite supportive. My mother insisted that I complete my schooling before anything else. She wished for me to do my post-graduation studies. My father was, to my surprise, more supportive. However, my mother brought me to see at least three pandit jis, all of whom advised against acting and that this wasn't the right path for me. My mother was informed that I will major in economics and work at a bank. That's not conceivable, I said.The 2016 movie Dangal, the highest-grossing Indian film ever, marked Sanya's feature film debut. Since then, she has acted in the highly regarded films Pagglait, Badhaai Ho, Pataakha, and Photograph. She starred in three films in 2023: the biographical Sam Bahadur, the comedy Kathal, and the blockbuster hit Jawan.
Pratibha Ranta discusses the parallels between her characters in Heeramandi and Laapataa Ladies. The feeling was the same.
Actor Pratibha Ranta recently talked about her experience filming Heeramandi, the web series by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and the movie starring Kiran Rao.The actor Pratibha Ranta appeared in two very different characters in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar and Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies. She did, however, grasp onto a resemblance between her characters while speaking with Indian Express. (Also Read: Interview with Pratibha Ranta: I get excited when girls tell me they can identify with my role in Laapataa Ladies.)Pratibha portrayed Jaya in Laapataa Ladies, a young lady from a traditional household who gets married off against her will. She portrayed Shama in Heeramandi, a stunning little girl who is the envy of her mother, prostitute Waheeda (Sanjeeda Sheikh)."I was able to experience a different world when I went to shoot for Heeramandi," Pratibha added, describing the experience as a "magical one." Heeramandi had a large set, and I found that the two characters' approaches were very dissimilar. Jaya has a guarded demeanor. She deliberates for a long time before acting. She is, however, observing. This is what she is doing, which is why she has four eyes. Thus, all of that was something I used to consider when getting ready for Jaya's role. She did, however, see a commonality throughout her roles—the need for independence. "But, in the end, it was the same emotion to get that freedom that I have to do what I have to do," the woman remarked.Despite being an urban girl, Pratibha said she could identify to her role in an interview with Hindustan Times following the premiere of Laapataa Ladies. She asserted, "She is unwavering in her conviction and speaks up for herself when no one else does." What's not to connect? Additionally, I saw parallels between her experience and mine. I knew I wanted to be an actress, even though my family thought I should pursue something else. To pursue my aspirations, I moved to Mumbai from Shimla. Like her, I've always insisted on having autonomy over my own life. I had a strong feeling that I could be her.
Alia Bhatt looks elegant at the London Gucci Cruise Show 2025.
It's Alia Bhatt's moment. She is returning following her sensational debut at the Met Gala, this time for the Gucci Cruise Show 2025 in London. She had seen the performance twice already.The actor from Gangubai Kathiawadi, who is the Italian fashion house's first-ever Indian brand ambassador, wore a velvet bodycon midi dress from the Fall 2024 collection to the show, which featured the debut of designer Sabato De Sarno's first cruise collection.Alia Bhatt chose to wear subtle makeup to keep things elegant and sophisticated, letting her striking maroon lips speak for themselves. Her sleekly pulled-back hair offered the ideal final touch to her monochrome ensemble, which was completed with a black purse and matching heels.Models wearing floral dresses, denim shirts, pants, brown suede jackets, and chiffon blouses are seen sashaying down the catwalk during the event. The creative director of the brand also unveiled short coats and boxy jackets as part of the Gucci Londra collection, paying homage to British tailoring.Stars included American supermodel Kate Moss, pop singer Dua Lipa, Demi Moore, Debbie Harry, Andrew Scott, Paul Mescal, Thai actor Davika Hoorne, and South Korean celebrity Park Gyu-Young were among the star-studded front row attendees of the fashion show.In a crew-neck tulle evening dress from the Fall/Winter 2023 collection with a hand-embroidered lilac crepe de chine lining and crystal embellishments, Alia Bhatt made her presence at the 2024 Cruise show last year. The look was finished with interlocking G-stud shoes and a Gucci Jackie 1961 purse.
Making of Manthan: Shyam Benegal forced Naseeruddin Shah, Smita Patil, and Amrish Puri to wear the same attire for forty-five days in sweltering weather
During the 40-45 days of filming "Manthan" on location in the little Gujarati village of Sanganva, Shyam Benegal instructed his actors to dress alike. "I told Naseer (Naseeruddin Shah), Smita (Patil), Girish (Karnad), Amrish (Puri), and the others to not change, says Benegal, 'cause people in that very dry area went for days without bathing because they had so little water!"The 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, which takes place from May 14–25, has a poetically appropriate film, "Manthan." The film has been selected as one of a number of highly anticipated films in various sections of the festival; FTII alum Payal Kapadia's "All We Imagine As Light" enters the Competition section 30 years after Shaji N Karun's "Swaham." Overall, it's looking like a full Indian summer at the Croisette.Take a brief peek at the other entries from India. Shahana Goswami stars in Sandhya Suri's "Santosh," which is in Un Certain Regard. The film "Sister Midnight" by Karan Kandhari, starring Radhika Apte, is part of the Director's Fortnight, which takes place in tandem with the festival. Another FTII project, the short film "Sunflowers Were The First To Know" by Chidananda Naik, is competing in the La Cinef competition. Kapadia's fellow FTII graduate, Maisam Ali, and Harish Khanna have their feature "In Retreat" included in the Cannes sidebar ACID (Association for the Diffusion of Independent Cinema) program. Additionally, "The Shameless," a film directed by Konstantin Bojanov of Bulgaria and set in India, has been scheduled in the Un Certain Regard. Critics' Week features the short "Sauna Day," which was directed by Tushar Prakash and Anna Hints.Superb cinematographer Santosh Sivan is receiving the Pierre Angenieux prize outside of the screenings. He's going to do a master class as well. This time, there will undoubtedly be more talented people walking the red carpet for their films and representing independent Indian cinema as a whole, rather than just serving as brand ambassadors for mainstream Bollywood. Additionally, it's about time.Benegal and Vijay Tendulkar wrote the 1976 movie, which followed two documentaries on the same topic. "Dr. Kurien believed that the Amul story and the amazing work done locally by the farmers' cooperative, and that's how 'Manthan' was made," according to Benegal (89). It was India's 1977 Oscar submission and took home National Awards for Best Feature Film and Best Screenplay (for Vijay Tendulkar).
An Examination Of The Five Most Expensive Indian Web Series, From Heeramandi To The Family Man
Expensive Indian web series have become a symbol of the nation's expanding entertainment industry. They have excellent actors, original content, and top-notch production values. These productions, which range from historical epics to crime thrillers, enthrall viewers in India and around the world. Current successes such as "Heeramandi" and beloved classics like "Made In Heaven" draw attention to the growing popularity of high-end Indian web series on over-the-top (OTT) platforms.Expensive web series from India have come to represent the country's growing entertainment sector. They have top-notch production quality, unique content, and outstanding acting. These plays captivate audiences in India and around the globe, ranging from historical epics to crime thrillers. Present-day hits like "Heeramandi" and cherished oldies like "Made In Heaven" highlight the increasing demand for upscale Indian web series on over-the-top (OTT) services."Rudra" marked Ajay Devgn's web series debut in 2022; it was reportedly budgeted Rs 200 crore. Ajay Devgn, Raashii Khanna, and Esha Deol play the main parts in the Indian adaption of "Rudra," which is based on the British television series Luther. The series, which won awards for Ajay Devgn's performance and was praised for its visual aesthetic, Rajesh Mapuskar's direction, and cinematography, was generally well-received.According to the first report, the cost of both Sacred Games seasons was approximately Rs 100 crore. Based on Vikram Chandra's 2006 novel, "Sacred Games" is an Indian neo-noir crime thriller television series. Produced and directed by Phantom Films' Vikramaditya Motwane and Anurag Kashyap, it was India's first Netflix original series. Vasant Nath, Smita Singh, and Varun Grover worked on the adaptation. Erik Barmack, Motwane, and Kelly Luegenbiehl served as executive producers for the series."Made in Heaven" is an Indian drama web series that Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti co-created. If reports are to be believed, the project had a budget of Rs 100 crore. The plot of the show centers on Tara and Karan, two Delhi-based wedding coordinators who struggle with the complexities of their personal and professional lives.The first and second seasons of The Family Man were purportedly produced on a Rs 60 crore budget. In 2019, the Indian action thriller web series "The Family Man" made its Amazon Prime Video debut. Manoj Bajpayee plays Srikant Tiwari in the series, which was created by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K. Tiwari is a middle-class guy who works covertly as an intelligence officer for the Threat Analysis and Surveillance Cell (TASC), a fictional division of the National Investigation Agency.
