Simone Singh back on screen; Rajesh Kumar gains 15 kilos for next show

Simone Singh and Rajesh Kumar

Back on screen
Television and film actress, Simone Singh, who was last seen in the web show, Four More Shots Please! is all set to hit the telly screens once again. Simone Singh has been roped in to play Raziya in Bahu Begum. This is the second time she will be playing a Muslim character after Heena. "Strong roles empower an actor and that's exactly what Raziya is about," she says.

Gurus of dance
Madhuri Dixit-Nene, who will soon return with the latest season of the show, Dance Deewane, considers Hollywood superstar Gene Kelly and Vyjayanthimala her idols. A source informs, "Madhuri thinks that they are the ultimate dance deewanas who inspire her to dance." Madhuri Dixit is known for her graceful dance moves and is popularly called the 'dhak dhak girl'.

Pile on the pounds
Rajesh Kumar of Sarabhai vs Sarabhai fame has gained 15 kilos for his role in Hamari Bahu Silk. "I was in the process of gaining weight when I was roped in to play Mr Kapadia in the show. Piling on the kilos is not as easy as it looks," he explains.

Madness for Shashank Vyas in Indonesia
Shashank Vyas is enjoying stardom in Indonesia. He was recently mobbed at the airport and wherever he went. His Indonesian female fans were drooling over his look and style. He says, "I enjoy visiting Indonesia every time. This was my third visit. I also bumped into Nakul Mehta and Zain Imam. It felt much every time I visit Indonesia I am amazed to see the excitement amongst the fans there. They went crazy for a selfie and a handshake. Mingling and spending time with them is a feeling that cannot be described in words. An artist works for this kind of appreciation from the audience. I am looking forward to my next visit to Indonesia already."

Also Read: Telly tattle: Another co-star accuses Mohit Malhotra of touching her inappropriately

Top entertainment stories of the day:

• Vivek Oberoi defends Aishwarya Rai-exit poll meme: What has Sonam Kapoor done for women empowerment?
• Cannes 2019: Sonam Kapoor flaunts her curvaceous side at the gala
• Cannes 2019: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan stuns at the red carpet in white gown
• Vivek Oberoi on Modi biopic: The Election Commission's decision stemmed from fear
• Laxmmi Bomb director Raghava: I have no issues with Akshay Kumar
• De De Pyaar De Box Office: Despite slow start, the film to break even by the end of its first week
• Diana Penty on her Cannes 2019 outing: Hadn't chosen my outfit till the last day
• Sanjay Kapoor congratulates daughter Shanaya on entering the B-town
• Television actors are as good as film actors, urge telly stars
• Here's why Namik Paul backed out of Kasautii Zindagii Kay
• Here's why Asha Negi is sceptical about working with boyfriend Rithvik Dhanjani

Catch up on all the latest entertainment news and gossip here. Also download the new mid-day Android and iOS apps to get latest updates