When we get on a call with Triptii Dimri, she is finishing her look test for her next, a film on Hussain Ustara. A collaboration with director Vishal Bhardwaj seems like the perfect way to round off the successful year she has had. Following Animal’s (2023) wild success, the actor sealed her place in mainstream cinema in 2024 with Bad Newz, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video. It’s a change of pace for an actor who shone in Bulbbul (2020), but she asserts that one cannot undermine the love that mainstream films bring to an artiste. “I’ve never planned a day in my career. If I go into a narration and connect with the story and character, I say yes. I never think twice if it is a big or small film. I never think, ‘I have done enough commercial films. Now, let me do a Qala [2022] or a Bulbbul.’ For instance, while shooting Bad Newz, we were enjoying ourselves so much that we never thought about whether it would make money,” Dimri says of the comedy that will première on Star Gold this week. The one thing she cherishes about her success is that it allows her the freedom to fail. That’s something she doesn’t ever want to lose. She elaborates, “I want to do characters that freak me out. No one can predict what will work because the audience’s taste is changing. The biggest example is Laila Majnu [2018]. Six years after no one saw it in theatres, it re-released to packed halls this year. So, all I have is my instinct, and I go into a film with that. I consciously don’t attach a lot of worth to failure or success. I focus on box office as little as I can. Years later, what will stay with me is the experience. I want to be surrounded by passionate people.” This search for passionate collaborators has landed the actor straight on the sets of a Bhardwaj film. “He was a director on my bucket list. I am fortunate I’ve always had directors who want to know what I am thinking, how I want to approach a character. Vishal sir is clear that he has written the story, but he wants to hear how I will bring it to life. I am a director’s actor,” she states, equally excited about teaming up with Shahid Kapoor for the first time. “I’ve been a big admirer of his work. He has such a great command over his material. I’m so grateful for the film, this year and for all the good that has come!”
20 December,2024 10:21 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuDiljit Dosanjh hit it out of the park once again with his energetic performance on Thursday night at his Mumbai concert. The Punjabi singer enthralled a sea of audience who arrived on a Thursday evening to witness him live. Like every performance of his Dil-Luminati tour in India, the singer addressed the audience in Mumbai as well. While addressing the crowd he also spoke about the advisory issued against him ahead of the Mumbai concert. Diljit reacts to Maharashtra government advisory "Maine kal poocha apne team se kuch advisory toh nahi hai mere khilaaf. Bola sab thik hai. Aaj subah utha toh pata chala advisory jaari ho chuki hai mere khilaaf. Par aap fikar na kare, saare advisory mere par hai, aap jitna maza karne aayae mai uska double karwaunga (Last evening I asked my team if there has been any advisroy isssued against me They said there is none. But today morning when I woke up I got to know that an advisory has been issued. But you have nothing to worry. All advisory is for me and I will ensure you have double the fun than what you imagined)," Diljit said speaking to the crowd about the advisory. Ahead of his Mumbai concert, Diljit and his team received a notice from the Maharashtra government which restricts him from performing on songs which promote drugs, violence and alcohol. The advisory also prohibited from making use of children on stage. So far, Diljit has performed his Dil-Luminati tour in Chandigarh, Pune, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Ahmedabad, Delhi, Indore, and Jaipur. After Mumbai, he will perform in Guwahati. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TEAM DOSANJH (@teamdiljitglobal) Diljit's spiritual advice During the show, he also shared a learning he received from an incident from Hindu mythology. "Tonight, I will start the event with a thought I had while doing Yoga. I am sure you all know about Amrit Manthan!" He further said how during Amrit Manthan, all the amrit (holy nectar) went to the Devtas, while the poison was consumed by Lord Shiva. However, He did not take the poison in but kept it in his throat." Sharing his learning from the story, the singer said, "What I have learnt from this is no matter how much poison people want to throw at you, you should not take that inside. People will try to stop you, but you should never let that affect you." The singer then promised the crowd that they will have a fun time during the show, as they cheered for the actor-singer. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DILJIT DOSANJH (@diljitdosanjh)
20 December,2024 10:19 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actress and former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen took to social media on Thursday to express her deep affection for her father, Shubeer Sen, as he celebrated his 80th birthday. With a string of cherished throwback photographs, Sushmita shared a heartfelt birthday message on Instagram. "Happpppyyyyy Birthday to the nicest human being, I am blessed to call my Father!!! Happy 80th Baba @sensubir. Here's to a life filled with glorious milestones & divine grace!! To your health & happiness always," Sushmita wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sushmita Sen (@sushmitasen47) Sushmita's fans and well-wishers flooded the comments section with red heart emojis and warm birthday wishes for her father. Shubeer Sen, a former Indian Air Force officer, shares a special bond with his daughter. Sushmita has often spoken about her father's unwavering support throughout her life, particularly during her historic victory at the Miss Universe pageant in 1994. The actress has shared numerous stories of how her father stood by her every step of the way during her journey to becoming the first Indian woman to win the prestigious title at the age of 18. Following her success at Miss Universe, Sushmita transitioned into Bollywood, where she made her debut in 1996 with Dastak. She further gave some of the memorable performances in films such as 'Biwi No. 1', 'Main Hoon Na', and 'Aankhen'. Beyond her acting career, Sushmita is also known for her bold decisions in life, including her choice to adopt two daughters, Renee and Alisah, as a single mother, which further endeared her to her fans. On the professional front, Sushmita was last seen in the popular series 'Aarya 3' which is currently streaming on Disney+ Hotstar. In the show, she plays a fierce woman who goes to great lengths to protect her family in a world dominated by crime. The first season of 'Aarya' was even nominated for the "Best Drama" series at the prestigious International Emmy Awards. The series, created and co-directed by Ram Madhvani, continues to captivate audiences with its gripping storyline and Sushmita's powerful performance. 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
20 December,2024 09:04 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIKajol who keeps fans updated with her personal and professional life gave fans a glimpse into her stunning new pictures that are winning hearts. The 'Do Patti' actress on Thursday took to her Instagram to share a series of pictures where she could be seen "twinning with the sunset." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol) Kajol looked elegant in a colourful yellow traditional outfit as she posed inside a plane. The setting sun in the background added a beautiful golden glow to the pictures. Along with the pictures, the actress added a caption that read, "Twinning with the sunset behind me!" Meanwhile, on the work front, Kajol is receiving praise for her performance in 'Do Patti'. The film is directed by debutant Shashanka Chaturvedi and written by Kanika Dhillon. The film is set in the fictional town of Devipur, Uttarakhand, where Kajol, who plays a fierce cop, is on a mission to uncover the truth in an attempted murder case. Kriti Sanon takes on a double role for the very first time, portraying twin sisters involved in the investigation, each hiding secrets that add to the unfolding drama. The film also stars Shaheer Sheikh, who plays Dhruv Sood, a character caught in a web of love and intrigue. It also marks Kajol's second collaboration with Kriti following their earlier film, Dilwale. 'Do Patti' is produced by Kanika Dhillon and Kriti Sanon and is currently streaming on Netflix. 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
20 December,2024 08:59 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIAfter enthralling fans with a thrilling trailer and a peppy track 'Nain Matakka', the makers of Varun Dhawan's upcoming film 'Baby John' has now dropped a romantic track titled 'Hazaar Baar'. The 'Bhediya' actor on Thursday took to his Instagram to share a teaser of the track with a caption that read, "The love song of this season #hazaarbaar #arijitsingh magic with @shreyaghoshal #babyjohn this Christmas." View this post on Instagram A post shared by VarunDhawan (@varundvn) The song highlights the sizzling chemistry between Varun and Keerthy Suresh. The song features the voices of Arijit Singh, Shreya Ghoshal, and Vaikom Vijayalakshmi, with lyrics penned by Irshad Kamil and music composed by Thaman S. Earlier, the entire team of the film unveiled the film's trailer in a grand style. The three-minute-long trailer is all enough to create excitement among moviegoers as it is loaded with mass action. Varun with his thriller performance stole everyone's attention like never before. From being a police officer to a doting father and to falling in love with Keerthy Suresh's character, Varun displayed a wide range of emotions in the trailer. Jackie Shroff looked menacing as the antagonist in the film. Wamiqa Gabbi is also a part of the film. The trailer ended on a surprising note as Bollywood superstar Salman Khan marked a tiny appearance. We saw a brief glimpse of Salman's eyes. However, his face is covered in a black cloth. The trailer concluded with Salman wishing everyone, "Merry Christmas" in advance. 'Baby John' is produced by Murad Khetani, Priya Atlee, and Jyoti Deshpande. Directed by Kalees and presented by Atlee, the film is scheduled to be released on December 25. 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
20 December,2024 08:56 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIAs Boxing Day approaches, actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra shared her expert tips for making the most of the post-Christmas shopping frenzy. On Thursday, the actress took to her Instagram account to share a video of herself, accompanied by a caption that reads, “Boxing Day is calling, and so is @bicestervillage. Every London trip means a must-visit here. Sharing some of my insider tips to help you make the most of it. Tis the season... Ready to shop, savor, and sparkle? Let’s do this!” In the clip, the ‘Dhadkan’ actress could be heard saying, “I have just one question to ask you, are you ready for Boxing Day? I’m going to share amazing tips on how to master the art of shopping... this is the season to be shopping.” Shilpa then demonstrates how to shop for Boxing Day. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty) However, what amused netizens was Shetty's British accent and the way she pronounced her name. Most found the accent fake and funny. A user wrote, "Too much accent fake one". "Why such fake accent," wrote another user. "I'm sorry but what's kunDra ??" a netizen commented. Another user wrote, "Mam aap India me to achhe the....out off country jane ke baad english me totle kaise bolne lage". What is Boxing Day? For those unfamiliar, Boxing Day, celebrated on December 26th, falls the day after Christmas and marks the second day of Christmas. Historically, it was a day dedicated to giving gifts to the less fortunate, but over time, it has transformed into a major part of the Christmas season, with many people taking advantage of post-Christmas sales. Originating in the United Kingdom, Boxing Day is now observed in several Commonwealth countries. While it traditionally coincides with Saint Stephen’s Day, the public holiday associated with Boxing Day may be observed on December 27th or 28th, ensuring it falls on a weekday. Shilpa Shetty in the news Meanwhile, Shilpa has been making headlines due to her husband Raj Kundra's ongoing legal troubles as he faces serious charges related to the production and distribution of pornographic content. The Mumbai Police initiated an investigation following a complaint regarding the upload of pornographic videos on certain mobile platforms. Raj Kundra and his associates were accused of operating an app named "HotShots," which allegedly hosted explicit content produced by his company
20 December,2024 08:50 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFans of the rom-com 'De De Pyaar De' have a reason to celebrate as the makers have announced the release date for its sequel. The film, starring Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh, and R. Madhavan, is set to hit theatres on November 14 next year. On Thursday, the makers took to Instagram to share the news and wrote, "#DeDePyaarDe2 will release on 14th November 2025. The film is directed by @anshul3112, produced by #BhushanKumar, #KrishanKumar, #LuvRanjan & @gargankur82 and written by @tarun.j.85 & Luv Ranjan." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Luv Films (@luv_films) 'De De Pyaar De 2' is being filmed in Punjab, Mumbai, and London. The sequel is directed by Anshul Sharma and produced by T-Series Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar, along with Luv Films' Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg. The original 'De De Pyaar De' (2019), directed by Akiv Ali, was a hit among moviegoers. It starred Ajay Devgn, Tabu, and Rakul Preet Singh in lead roles. The romantic comedy followed the story of Ashish (Ajay Devgn), a 50-year-old divorcee who falls in love with Ayesha (Rakul Preet Singh), a woman half his age. The film revolves around the complexities of their relationship, including societal judgment and the challenges posed by Ashish's ex-wife (played by Tabu). 'De De Pyaar De 2' is set to release hit theatres on November 14 next year. Talking about Devgn's other projects, the 'Singham' actor will be next seen in 'Azaad', a film set in pre-independence India. Azaad features the actor as a skilled horse rider who has a deep connection with his horse. 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
20 December,2024 08:34 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIIt's that time of the year when several Bollywood stars go back to school (for their kids). From Shah Rukh Khan and family to the Bachchan family, several Bollywood celebrities were seen at the annual day functions of Dhirubhai Ambani International School. The evening saw the kids of Shah Rukh Khan-Gauri and Aishwarya-Abhishek share stage for a theatrical act. Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan's daughter Aaradhya has an inclination for the performing arts just like her parents and grandparents. Khan's little one also seems to be the one to enjoy performing on stage. Aaradhya and AbRam were part of the same play and glimpses of the act is doing the rounds on social media. Aaradhya and AbRam's Christmas-themed performance stole the show. In a clip that has now gone viral, Aaradhya was dressed in a lovely red-and-white outfit, while AbRam donned a white sweater and red muffler. Take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) More of Aaradhya’s performance at her school’s annual day event today. Notice the pride on her parents and granddad’s face the moment she starts singing ❤️@SrBachchan @juniorbachchan #AishwaryaRaiBachchan pic.twitter.com/PJ1JHA475D — Bewitching Bachchans (@TasnimaKTastic) December 19, 2024 Proud parents turn paparazzi for kids Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan were seated together in the front row. Several visuals see the proud parents recording Aaradhya's performance on their phone are doing the rounds on social media. Shah Rukh Khan was also seen filming his son AbRam as he performed on stage. Gauri Khan and Suhana Khan were also seen next to Shah Rukh Khan. King Khan captures Prince AbRam’s big moment—a proud father moment! 🧿♥️@iamsrk #AbRamKhan @gaurikhan #ShahRukhKhan #GauriKhan #SuhanaKhan #DhirubhaiAmbani #AnnualDay #KingKhan #SRK #King #AbRam pic.twitter.com/zKpxfP7qsx — Shah Rukh Khan Universe Fan Club (@SRKUniverse) December 19, 2024 Shah Rukh Khan dances with kids The superstar was seen dancing with the kids to the song 'Deewangi Deewangi' from the film 'Om Shani Om'. The actor was in the center of a crowd of students who had gathered to dance with the superstar. It was more than an annual program; it was a celebration of love, energy, and SRK! Ending with 'Deewangi Deewangi' with SRK and AbRam was the cherry on top! ♥️🔥@iamsrk @gaurikhan #AbRam #SuhanaKhan #ShahRukhKhan #GauriKhan #Ambani #DhirubhaiAmbani #AnnualDay #KingKhan #SRK… pic.twitter.com/m5xUua6r9y — Shah Rukh Khan Universe Fan Club (@SRKUniverse) December 19, 2024 Shahid Kapoor-Mira Kapoor and Riteish Deshmukh-Genelia, too, marked their presence at the annual day function. A while ago, Mira took to Instagram and shared a selfie from the car and captioned it, "For my babies." Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan were also present at the annual day function to cheer for their son, Taimur. Karan Johar also attended the annual day event with fashion designer Manish Malhotra. Karan's twins Yash and Roohi also go to the same school and are classmates with Taimur.
20 December,2024 08:31 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentJust in Shalini Pandey; Anil Kapoor and Chitrangda Singh More is more From Shweta Tripathi Sharma’s exaggerated pose to Richa Chadha’s display of affection for Sneha Khanwalkar, it was all about going big at the première of an OTT film
20 December,2024 07:27 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamFor Delhi Actor Sonu Sood, who is awaiting the release of his directorial debut, Fateh, has said that the song Hitman from the film is a gift to the people of Delhi. The actor visited the national capital with rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh for the promotions of the song and the movie. He said, “Two Punjabi boys, one epic song, and a city that knows how to party—it couldn’t get better than this. Bringing Hitman to Delhi felt like bringing it home. This city’s energy and its love for music are unparalleled. Honey and I wanted to give Delhiwaalas a track they could own, and seeing them groove, cheer, and celebrate with us was just incredible. This is just the beginning; the party’s only going to get bigger”. Voice, where it does not matter As though criticising a celebrity for not sharing your opinion wasn’t bad enough, desi internet users have now begun pulling up spouses of Indian celebrities for their political opinions in their own home country. Fans of Priyanka Chopra Jonas appeared to be miffed with her husband, singer-songwriter Nick Jonas, after his recent tweet to Elon Musk. Musk, the richest man in the world, used a song belonging to the Jonas Brothers while sharing a meme in response to news that his company’s profit had increased in light of Donald Trump winning the US presidential elections. Responding to it, Nick shared an image of Musk, and wrote, “Take us to the year 3000”. Fans considered this Nick’s endorsement for Musk. “Is this a Trump post?! @priyankachopra get your man (sic),” wrote one user, while another advised her to “run” away. Folks, don’t we have enough drama occurring within the country to train our attention to? Wait some more Farhan Akhtar has been missing from the screen since 2021, when he featured in Toofan. And, going by the latest reports, it’s going to be a while before the actor’s fans will see him back in action. Akhtar’s next, 120 Bahadur, is set to debut in theatres towards the close of 2025, on November 21. The film is a tribute to Major Shaitan Singh Bhati PVC and the soldiers of Charlie Company, 13 Kumaon Regiment. It is set against the backdrop of the 1962 Indo-Sino war, and draws inspiration from the legendary Battle of Rezang La. The makers of the film announced its release date yesterday. The drama ensues Filmmaker Vikramaditya Motwane’s latest series, Black Warrant, will start streaming on Netflix from January 10, the OTT platform has announced. Zahan Kapoor, the grandson of late cinema legend Shashi Kapoor, will make his series debut with the prison drama, which is inspired by true events and is a dramatised adaptation of the author and former superintendent at Tihar Jail, Sunil Gupta and journalist-author Sunetra Choudhury’s book.
20 December,2024 07:15 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamDivya Dutta is bidding adieu to 2024 with a bang, thanks to the second season of Bandish Bandits, and is ready to open 2025 with much fanfare. The actor will be seen as Soyarabai in the Vicky Kaushal-led Chhaava, which also stars Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna. Mention the biopic, and Dutta breaks into a smile. “The shots that Laxman Utekar [director] has taken give me goosebumps. It’s a very good-looking film. I am delighted to be a part of it,” she starts. Vicky Kaushal in Chhaava As excited as she was to be a part of the period drama that chronicles the Maratha king’s reign, Dutta wondered how Utekar envisioned her in the part of Soyarabai, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj’s step-mother who had conspired against him. “When he narrated the role, I told him I haven’t done something like this before. It was starkly different in terms of the look and the character. The fact that you dress up a certain way and go to your palace, it takes you to another world,” she says. What also enriched her experience was sharing screen space with Kaushal. Dutta has clearly walked away impressed by the leading man, as she says, “Vicky is adorable. He would not go until he has given cues to his co-stars. I would ask him to go and he’d refuse. We would talk in Punjabi; such camaraderie is important. He is one of the finest actors we have. Give him any role and he will belong in it. In spite of being an excellent actor, there is so much modesty and humility in him.”
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