Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan attended the star-studded IIFA press conference in Mumbai launching the historic celebration of cinematic excellence at the 24th edition. The actor stunned everyone as he took to the stage, flaunting his new hairdo, a result of chopping those long locks as seen in the film ‘Pathaan’. Watch the video below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) Shah Rukh Khan chops his long hair for a new look Shah Rukh Khan took the opportunity to reveal his new look which was styled using his son Aryan Khan’s clothing brand Dyavol. King Khan wore a black t-shirt with jeans and a black cap. For the event, he was joined by filmmaker and Dharma honcho Karan Johar. Also in attendance was South star Rana Daggubati, who is seen hugging him in the above video. Earlier, Shah Rukh shared his thoughts about hosting the 24th edition of the IIFA Festival in a statement shared by the team, stating, "IIFA is a celebration of Indian cinema that resonates across the globe and being a part of its journey over the years has been amazing. I look forward to bringing the energy, passion, and grandeur of IIFA to life once again, as we gear up for an unforgettable celebration of Indian cinema this September.” SRK will be joined by Vicky Kaushal as host. Sharing his excitement about co-hosting and performing at the grand event, Vicky said in a statement, "IIFA has been an important part in my journey, a remarkable celebration of cinematic excellence, and a gathering of the brightest talent and visionaries in Indian cinema. Every time I step onto the IIFA stage, it's pure magic." Shah Rukh Khan’s work front Khan will next be seen in 'King' alongside Suhana Khan and Abhishek Bachchan. Rumour has it that Suhana’s second film is inspired by the English language French production, ‘Leon: The Professional’ (1994). It has been tentatively titled ‘King’. The original film revolves around a professional hitman who reluctantly takes in a twelve-year-old after her family is murdered by a corrupt official. The two form an unusual relationship, as she becomes his protégée and learns to be like him. Director Sujoy Ghosh is adapting the revenge drama, with Shah Rukh Khan playing a role that was essayed by Jean Reno and Suhana stepping into Natalie Portman’s shoes.
10 September,2024 09:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress and fitness enthusiast Saiyami Kher who is busy with her rigorous training for the upcoming Ironman triathlon in Berlin, Germany, lost her gear while traveling on Iceland Air from Canada days before her race. The 70.3 Erkner triathlon will take place on Sunday, September 15. Saiyami took to her Instagram stories and penned down a post sharing her ordeal. Saiyami Kher loses her cycling gear while travelling from Canada to Berlin Saiyami took to her Instagram stories and wrote, "After 2 terrible days in Canada I had the misfortune of traveling to Berlin on Iceland Air. Unbelievably frustrated with @icelandair. My bag with all my Ironman gear is missing. I’ve had zero help from the airport or website. This gear is crucial—I’ve trained in it for months. If it doesn’t arrive soon, I'll have to repurchase everything. Such a pain before my race." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shabana Azmi (@azmishabana18) Saiyami Kher receives support from Shabana Azmi Veteran actress Shabana Azmi who featured alongside Saiyami in the film ‘Ghoomer’ wrote on Instagram, “How horrifying is this freak case. We know how hard you have been training for the last 6 months for the #Ironman Race in Berlin. Sending you tons of positive energy. This endurance test needn’t have started right from the travel. I am sure your misplaced luggage will reach you in 24 hrs.” Saiyami Kher on the Ironman triathlon Saiyami, who is the first Indian female actor to participate in the Ironman triathlon, told IANS, “I have always believed in pushing the boundaries of my potential, both on screen and in my personal pursuits.” For the star, competing in the Ironman race in Germany represents a significant milestone. The actress said, “Embodying a dream that tests every facet of endurance and commitment. Juggling my rigorous training with the demands of shooting alongside Sunny Deol has been an invigorating challenge.” Saiyami added, “As the race draws near, I'm dedicating myself entirely to this endeavour, fueled by the incredible support from my team and fans. Balancing these passions not only inspires me but also reaffirms my belief in the power of perseverance and dedication." Talking about her work, the actress was recently seen in 'Sharmajee Ki Beti,' helmed by Tahira Kashyap.
10 September,2024 08:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actress Ananya Panday, who is basking in the success of her debut web series ‘Call Me Bae’ joined Farah Khan on her YouTube channel for a cooking segment. A clip from the video has surfaced on social media, where Ananya can be seen struggling to turn on a gas stove. This bit has led to the actress getting trolled for not knowing basic life skills, while some have called her pretentious since she often shares her culinary skills on Instagram. Watch the video below. I’m speechless byu/Hefty-Being-8522 inBollyBlindsNGossip Netizens react to Ananya Panday not knowing how to turn on a gas stove A Reddit user wrote, “Tbh I feel she’s lying to gain some meme points because I feel like I’ve seen her Instagram stories about stuff she has cooked in her kitchen. And turning on the gas is as basic as it gets.” “This is not cute. If you're an adult, learn some fundamental life skills like turning on the stove, cooking some basic meals, etc. Even if you’re uber-privileged, these skills will come in handy,” added another. One user commented, “These people know they have no actual acting talent so they try to gain attention from doing these dumb things. She’s trying to do what Kendall Jenner did by not knowing how to cut a cucumber. Lame tactics to stay in the news.” Ananya Panday on ‘Call Me Bae’ Talking about her OTT debut with 'Call Me Bae', Ananya Panday earlier said, "From the get-go, I knew 'Call Me Bae' was a project I wanted to be a part of. Even without having heard the script I knew this was going to be something special. As an actor, it is always exciting and rewarding to play a multi-layered character like Bae. There's more to Bae than what meets the eye and that is what makes her journey from heiress to hustler, compelling and intriguing. Despite the challenges she faces, she remains true to herself, retaining her innocence and zest for life. This authenticity is what drew me to the role.” About Ananya Panday’s ‘Call Me Bae’ ‘Call Me Bae’ revolves around the story of Bae, who upon being downsized from heiress to hustler, discovers that her most valuable assets aren’t her diamonds, but her street smarts and style. Broke but refusing to be broken, she navigates the newsrooms of Mumbai, finding beaus, behens, and her better self. The eight-part series stars Ananya in the lead role and features an ensemble cast including Vir Das, Gurfateh Pirzada, Varun Sood, Vihaan Samat, Muskkaan Jaferi, Niharika Lyra Dutt, Lisa Mishra, and Mini Mathur. The show is a Dharmatic Entertainment production, with Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen Mishra as executive producers. The series is created by Ishita Moitra, and directed by Collin D’Cunha.
10 September,2024 07:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBobby Deol, who began his career in the 90s and returned to acting after a break, talked about growing up as Dharmendra's son. He shared how their home was always full of strangers and how he grew up feeling intimidated by his famous father. In an interview, he mentioned they didn’t spend much time together when he was a kid, but now things have changed, and they’re closer. Bobby Deol on his equation with Dharmendra and Sunny Bobby Deol talked about how his relationship with his brother Sunny Deol and their father has changed over time during an interview on the Humans of Bombay YouTube channel. “There’s a big age difference between me and my brother. He’s the eldest and I’m the youngest. So, he’s always treated me like a son. He’s always been protective about me, he’s always correcting me and saying that I get the best. It took a long time for me to get close to him, to become a friend. I had two father figures in my house,” Bobby said. When asked if his dad Dharmendra was strict with him, Bobby replied, “That was normal then. It was also because my dad came from a small town. The society, and the culture, and the way people thought and lived was very different in small towns. The city changes your whole life. His dad was always strict with him, so it came naturally to him. My dad wasn’t strict, but he was never a friend while growing up. He was very busy, he was always at work. I would get to see him only for a few hours, and that would also be late at night or early in the morning.” Bobby said the roles have now reversed. “When you’re growing up, you get confused between respect and being scared. But it wasn’t being scared. It was respect, but we didn’t know how to communicate easily with our parents. But the story has changed now. The whole thing is reversed. They’ve become older, so vulnerable. You have to look after them. Things change, that’s the circle of life.” Veteran star Dharmendra married Prakash Kaur in 1953 when he was yet to make his Bollywood debut. Apart from Sunny, Dharmendra also has a son Bobby Deol and daughters Vijeta and Ajeita with his first wife. However, while working in films, Dharamendra's closeness with the famous actress Hema Malini started growing and in 1980 the two tied the knot. (With inputs from ANI)
10 September,2024 06:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentGlobal icon Priyanka Chopra attended the 2024 Kering for Women dinner at The Pool in New York City. She was joined by Salma Hayek, Kerry Washington, Kim Kardashian, Jessica Seinfeld, and Gayle King, who looked ever so stylish at the event. For the occasion, the former Miss World wore a black satin dress with lace detailing and flaunted her svelte physique. She let loose her voluminous tresses and went for a full glam makeup look. Netizens react to Priyanka Chopra’s stunning look As pictures from the event surfaced on social media, netizens couldn’t help but react to her beauty. One Reddit user wrote, “She looks SO striking! She was always a looker, but off late I’ve been feeling she’s looking even more pretty. Can’t put my finger on it.” “She is looking so good. In-person, she must have looked 10 times better. Priyanka needs to keep this makeup artist. I don’t know whether it’s the makeup or the hair or the styling but she overall looks a lot more lighter (not color) and effortless. The more she simplifies her look the better she comes across If her styling was more consistent it would help her career a lot more,” added another. Another user commented, “Oh my God, she looks so good here! I thought I was seeing 2010s Priyanka at first. She needs to keep doing whatever she did here.” Priyanka Chopra’s upcoming projects Meanwhile, on the work front, the actress will be seen in the second of her spy-thriller streaming show ‘Citadel’. She will also be seen in ‘The Bluff’. Directed by Frank E Flowers, it is set in the 19th-century Caribbean and follows the story of a former female pirate, played by Priyanka, who must protect her family when the sins of her past catch up to her. Produced by Russo Brothers' banner AGBO Studios and Amazon MGM Studios, the film promises to be a thrilling adventure. The project might also star Karl Urban, who is known for the streaming series ‘The Boys’, as he is in talks for the project. Flowers, who also co-wrote ‘The Bluff’, has also written ‘Bob Marley: One Love’. As per Deadline, the film will be available to stream on Prime Video. Up next, she has the OTT offering ‘Heads of State’ opposite John Cena and Idris Elba. It is an upcoming action comedy that also stars Jack Quaid.
10 September,2024 06:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentChunky Panday's life mantra seems to be 'better late than never' and his latest post on Instagram is proof of this energy. On Tuesday, the actor posted a photo on Instagram, sharing the news that he finally passed his driving test—after 43 years! Chunky Panday gets his driving license after decades Chunky Panday is sitting in a car, gripping the steering wheel with both hands, smiling proudly after his achievement. Next to him is an officer from the Regional Transport Office (RTO). He wrote on Instagram, “Gave a Driving test again after 43 years. And guess what, I Passed. Thank you RTO Mumbai." Chunky's co-star from the movie Mitti Aur Sona, Sonam Khan wrote, "Congratulations! ✨ You don’t know how to drive ?? If so thank goodness I didn’t have any driving scenes with you 😂😂 nonetheless congratulations once again ✨🍀👏🏻👏🏻" Chunky Panday gets his driving license, take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chunky Panday (@chunkypanday) Where and when will we see Chunky Panday acting next? On the work front, Chunky is set to star in 'Industry'. Set in the bustling city of dreams, Mumbai, the trailer features an aspiring screenwriter and his poignant journey through friendships and professional setbacks, his boundless love and deep insecurities, his almost-success stories, and the inevitable failures that accompany his quest to break into the industry. Expressing his excitement about the project, Chunky Panday in a statement said, "Being a part of the Industry has been like stepping into a world where every moment is a blend of comedy, chaos, and honest heartfelt moments. The character I portray in the series is considerably different from what I have done in the past. Working on this project with Amazon miniTV and an extremely talented cast and crew has been a wonderful experience, and I'm thrilled to invite viewers to embark on this journey with us." "Industry has been an amazing journey for me and my character, Sanya, as we tried to showcase the struggles an aspirational female actress has to face while trying to make her mark in the industry. From hustling her way in this unapologetically ambitious world to climbing the ladder of becoming a successful actress, the show will strike a chord with all those who wish to make it big," added Asha Negi. 'Industry' will be out on Amazon miniTV soon. (With inputs from ANI)
10 September,2024 05:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actress Shilpa Shetty visited Mumbai’s famous Lalbaugcha Raja to seek blessings amid the ongoing Ganesh Chaturthi festival. Shilpa, along with her mother and husband Raj Kundra on Tuesday, paid a visit to the famous pandal in South Mumbai just days after the actress bid farewell to the Ganpati idol she had brought home. Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra offer giant modak to Ganpati Bappa Shilpa was seen walking barefoot to the pandal, dressed in a traditional saree. Raj also joined her barefoot, wearing traditional attire. Shilpa and Raj were also seen carrying a large modak, a sweet offering, to present to Lord Ganesha. The trio looked happy and full of devotion as they made their offering at the pandal. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Ganesh Chaturthi, a vibrant ten-day festival, started on September 7 and will continue until September 17 which is Anantha Chaturdashi. This festival, also known as Vinayak Chaturthi or Vinayak Chavithi, honours Lord Ganesha as the 'God of New Beginnings' and the 'Remover of Obstacles,' celebrating his wisdom and intelligence. Shilpa Shetty dances her heart out at Ganpati Visarjan The 'Dhadkan' actor bid adieu to Lord Ganesha during the Ganpati visarjan ceremony on Sunday. She was seen performing aarti along with her husband, Raj Kundra, and their daughter, Samisha. Shilpa was also seen playing the drums and enjoying the festivity. Shilpa and Raj danced joyfully to the beats of the dhol, creating a lively and festive atmosphere. Shilpa, her husband, and her daughter participated in the celebration in traditional twinning outfits. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty) While talking to the media, she said, "We celebrate the festival with a lot of enthusiasm. Happy Ganesh Chaturthi to all, may Bappa remove all obstacles and give us all prosperity and success." Shilpa Shetty’s work front She was recently seen in Rohit Shetty's OTT debut 'Indian Police Force', which also stars Sidharth Malhotra and Vivek Oberoi. The series is streaming on the OTT platform Amazon Prime. The 90s icon will be seen in the upcoming film 'KD - The Devil Part 1'. Directed by Prem, 'KD-The Devil', the Pan-India multilingual is set to release in Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi. A period action entertainer based on true events from 1970s Bangalore. 'KD- The Devil' also stars V Ravichandran and Sanjay Dutt.
10 September,2024 04:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSalim-Javed, the dynamic duo, have worked on several films together, including classics like 'Deewar', 'Sholay', and more. Their collaboration helped Amitabh Bachchan become the country's biggest superstar. Now, in an interview on the SAM YouTube channel, Javed Akhtar recalled how working with Rajesh Khanna became difficult for them and how they decided to cast the "unbelievably good actor" Amitabh Bachchan in their films. Javed Akhtar on Parting Ways with Rajesh Khanna Javed Akhtar recalled a time when Rajesh Khanna was surrounded by sycophants, making it difficult for them to work together. He stated, “Those were the times when a child born in India would say ‘Rajesh Khanna’ first and then ‘mumma, papa’. But it was a short period. Eventually, there came a time when we realized that it would be difficult for us to work together because he was surrounded by so many people, so many sycophants and yes-men, it was difficult to work with him. So, we parted ways. Later, we became friendly, and we did a film together. But the kind of films that we were writing, and the kind of films that we had in our mind, were much more suitable for an actor like Amitabh Bachchan. Although he was not a superstar at that time, he was an unbelievably good actor. He was the man who we felt would be able to play our Vijay." You Give Amitabh Any Line and He’ll Make It Natural Javed Akhtar then recalled the time when he wrote scripts for Dilip Kumar's films and stated, “If you’re working with actors like Amitabh Bachchan or Dilip Kumar, you know that you can put the weight on the actor, and the actor will carry it. Sometimes, when you feel that the actor has limited talent, you make the scene easier for him. But these actors could carry anything. Amitabh Bachchan, you give him any scene and he’ll do it with competence. You give him any line and he’ll make it natural." Salim-Javed has done several films with Amitabh Bachchan, including 'Sholay', 'Don', and 'Deewar'.
10 September,2024 04:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentEarlier this month, popular singer Diljit Dosanjh announced the dates for the Indian leg of his 'Dil-Luminati' tour. It will kick off at the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi on October 26. Following Delhi, the tour will make its way to Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Pune, Kolkata, Bangalore, Indore, Chandigarh, and Guwahati. Most expensive ticket for Diljit Dosanjh’s 'Dil-Luminati' sold out The pre-sale of the tickets was made live on September 10 for selected customers (Early Bird) and to everyone’s surprise they were sold out within an hour. It was meant to be for 48 hours. Not just that, the most expensive ticket for the tour is for its Delhi leg which costs Rs 19,999 has also been sold out. That’s the price for just one person standing in the pit for the entire concert. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DILJIT DOSANJH (@diljitdosanjh) Diljit Dosanjh says, ‘Punjabi ghar aa gaye oye!’ Diljit in a note shared by the team of Saregama said he is excited to bring his tour to India. "Bringing the Dil-Luminati Tour to India is a dream come true. After the incredible journey abroad, performing in my homeland feels like coming full circle. The love and energy I've felt from fans around the world have been extraordinary, but there's something uniquely special about performing here, where it all began. India, get ready, because Punjabi ghar aa gaye oye! We're going to make history together--I can promise you a night you'll never forget!" Siddharth Anand Kumar, Senior Vice President of Films & Events at Saregama India Ltd., is just as thrilled. He said, "The Dil-Luminati Tour is more than just a series of concerts--it's a cultural phenomenon. Diljit and our team have put up a great show across continents, and now it's time for India to experience this world-class event. We're committed to delivering an unforgettable experience that will set a new benchmark for live entertainment in the country." Diljit Dosanjh’s upcoming projects Diljit Dosanjh has officially joined the cast of 'Border 2'. Varun Dhawan was also recently announced as a lead in the film that also stars Sunny Deol. The sequel, set against the backdrop of the Battle of Longewala, is slated to commence shooting in October this year. The film is being produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta, and will be directed by Anurag Singh. 'Border 2' is scheduled for a grand release on January 23, 2026.
10 September,2024 04:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOn Monday night, Sohail Khan was seen at a Bandra restaurant with a mystery woman. Several photos and videos have surfaced on social media in which he is seen stepping inside his car post a dinner date. However, the identity of the woman is not known yet. Sohail got divorced from 'Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives' star Seema Sajdeh two years back. The former couple have two kids together. Sohail Khan clears the air on dating rumours with mystery woman In the viral videos doing the rounds on social media, Sohail Khan can be seen stepping out of a restaurant in casual attire. He is seen followed by a young woman who follows him into his car. While the 53-year-old sits in the front seat of the car, the woman hops on to the backseat. Clearing the air with HT City, Sohail dismissed the dating rumours and said, "No, it is not true. I am only answering you because you had the decency to question before assuming things. She is just an old friend of mine.” About FLOBW's Seema Sajdeh and Sohail Khan's divorce Seema and Sohail fell in love and eloped got married. They tied the knot in 1998 when they were in their early 20s. They filed for a divorce in 2022 and were living separately for a couple of years before that. They co-parent their two sons- Yohan and Nirvaan. Seema who is a designer made her acting debut with the Netflix reality show 'Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives. It was in the season 2 of the show she opened up about her separation with Sohail. The actor also barely made an appearance on the show. Other husbands Chunky Panday, Samir Soni and Sanjay Kapoor made frequent appearance on the show. During a recent podcast with Shivani Pau, Seema Sajdeh revealed that she had requested the producers of the show to only portray the reality of her separation from Sohail Khan in the series, being careful not to hurt anyone’s feelings in the process. “I just told my producer that look, whatever it is, it has to be the truth. As long as it doesn’t hurt anyone’s feelings, " she said. In the same interview, she was asked if there was a point when she felt like walking out of the marriage. She said that there was and she was separated from her husband for five years before they applied for divorce. “Why should I blame him, it suited both of us. Our son Nirvan was at that age where he didn’t want it but there came a time when I had to choose between my marriage and my son. My son was going down a path that I was very scared of. One morning I woke up and realised that either I focus all my energies on saving this marriage, or my son. That’s when I decided and chose him.”
10 September,2024 03:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAfter Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh welcomed their baby girl on September 8, many sent them congratulations. Now, Rakhi Sawant has dropped a video congratulating the couple on becoming parents. Rakhi Sawant took to her Instagram and shared a video of herself from a toy store. In the video, Rakhi can be seen buying toys for Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh’s newborn baby. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Filmy Ape (@filmyape) In the video, Rakhi is seen sending her blessings to the baby girl, saying, "Mein Masi Ban Gayi." The actress was later seen buying toys that she plans to gift to Ranveer and Deepika’s baby girl. She shared, “I will send the gifts to Deepika from Dubai.” Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh at Siddhivinayak Temple In a video shared by paparazzo Manav Manglani, Deepika and Ranveer are seen arriving at the temple together, holding hands. Ranveer, wearing a traditional white kurta-pyjama, walked next to Deepika, who looked stunning in an emerald green saree. The couple warmly greeted people around them as they entered the temple, while security ensured everything went smoothly. About Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh Recently Bollywood star Deepika Padukone shared pictures of her maternity photoshoot. The actress, along with Ranveer, took to Instagram and posted several monochromatic pictures of herself, in which she can be seen flaunting her baby bump. Ranveer also features in the loved-up images, hugging his wife. With their beautiful chemistry on display, Deepika, blooming with the radiant glow of pregnancy, looks stunning. In the pictures, she can be seen wearing different outfits, such as a sheer dress with her bump showing, a loose cardigan, a blazer, and a sweater. She embodies elegance and grace, setting a new standard for maternity fashion. About Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh Ranveer and Deepika tied the knot in November 2018 at a private and intimate ceremony at Lake Como and shared some pictures with fans on Instagram. Five years later, on 'Koffee With Karan', fans got to see their stunning wedding video. Meanwhile, on the work front, both husband and wife will be seen in the upcoming Rohit Shetty directorial 'Singham Again'. While Deepika is a new entrant into Shetty’s cop universe, Ranveer will be seen in a cameo avatar as Simmba.
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