Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 by sharing a heartfelt post on social media, giving fans a look at his Ganpati idol. SRK, who is known for celebrating different festivals, shared a message that reflected the festive mood, spreading good vibes and positivity. Shah Rukh Khan celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 with a sweet post The actor posted a picture of a beautifully adorned Ganesh idol, alongside a caption that read, "On this pious occasion of Ganesha Chaturthi, may Lord Ganesha bless all of us and our families with health, love and joy…. And of course a lot of modaks!!!" Shah Rukh Khan celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) Shah Rukh Khan's Veer Zara is set to re-release in theatres Get ready to witness the cinematic magic of iconic filmmaker Yash Chopra once again as his directorial 'Veer Zaara' is all set to be re-released in theatres next week. Headlined by Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta, the romantic drama will hit the screens again on September 13. The update about the film's re-release was shared on the official Instagram handle of YRF. The film also starred Amitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini, Rani Mukerji, Divya Dutta and Manoj Bajpayee.The film showcases eternal love story of Indian Air Force pilot, Veer Pratap Singh (Shah Rukh Khan) and a Pakistani woman, Zaara Hayaat Khan (Preity Zinta). 'Veer Zaara' was much liked for its story, performance by the cast of the movie and music. Meanwhile, on the work front, SRK was recently honoured with a lifetime achievement award, the Pardo alla Carriera, or Career Leopard at the 77th edition of the Locarno Film Festival. During a conversation with Giona A Nazzaro, the artistic director of the Locarno Film Festival, he discussed his career and achievements. He opened up on his preparation work for his next film 'King' and his collaboration with filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh. He said, "There are certain kinds of film that I want to do, maybe it's more age centric and I want to try something for 6-7 years I've been thinking about it and I mentioned it to Sujoy one day while we were sitting. He works with us at our office, he's made some films for us. He says, Sir, I have a subject."SRK also spoke about losing weight for his film 'King', "The next film I am doing 'King', I have to start working on it, have to lose some weight, do some stretching," he added. Reportedly, the film is also set to star Shah Rukh's daughter and actor, Suhana. (With inputs from ANI)
07 September,2024 08:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood stars Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh were seen arriving at Mumbai's HN Reliance Hospital in their car, with paparazzi eagerly capturing the moment. Which leaves us with the question, 'Is the big moment finally here?' Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh reach Mumbai hospital Even though the couple stayed out of sight, fans are buzzing with excitement, wondering if it's finally time to welcome their baby. On Saturday, they were spotted arriving at the hospital in their car, but photographers couldn't snap a picture. Soon after, both Deepika and Ranveer's family members were also seen arriving at the hospital. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) The HN Reliance hospital includes a Grand Suite that has separate rooms for the patient's family, a custom bed head panel, a patient entertainment system, 24/7 Wi-Fi, a two-way IP-based nurse call system, a specialized intensive care monitoring setup, a sofa bed, and a massage chair. Soon-to-be parents Deepika-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 made sure everything went smoothly. About the parents-to-be Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh Bollywood star Deepika Padukone, who is expecting her first child with husband Ranveer Singh, has shared pictures of her maternity photoshoot. On Monday, the actress along with Ranveer took to her Instagram, and dropped several monochromatic pictures of herself in which she can be seen flaunting her baby bump. Ranveer also features in the loved up images as he hugs his wife. With their beautiful chemistry at display, Deepika, blooming with the radiant glow of pregnancy, looks stunning. In the pictures, she can be seen wearing different outfits like a sheer dress with her bump showing, a loose cardigan, blazer, and a sweater. She embodies elegance and grace, setting a new standard for maternity fashion. Ranveer Singh, is proudly seen beside her. His affectionate gaze and supportive presence reflect the couple's deep bond as they embark on this exciting journey together. As the couple shared pictures, users on social media speculated that the actress might be expecting twins.One user wrote "I think they are going to welcome twins". Another wrote "looks like judwaas are coming". The couple’s post has sparked a frenzy of love and well-wishes across social media. The couple have already given their fans glimpses of how good they would be as parents, several sightings, videos. Meanwhile, on the work front, Deepika was recently seen in ‘Kalki 2898 AD’. The film minted Rs 1041 crores worldwide, and incidentally saw Deepika essaying the character of Sumathi, who is pregnant with the titular character.
07 September,2024 08:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIshaan Khatter just made his Hollywood debut in Nicole Kidman’s film, The Perfect Couple. The show also features, Dakota Fanning, Eve Hewson, Billy Howle, Jack Reynor, Liev Schreiber and Isabelle Adjani among others. Ishaan Khatter in 'The Perfect Couple' is winning hearts online The series is based on the best-selling novel by Elin Hilderbrand. Jenna Lamia, known for her work on Good Girls and Awkward, adapted the novel and serves as the showrunner. Take a look at what netizens are saying about Ishaan's performance in the series: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ishaan (@ishaankhatter) One fan said, "Hollywood suits U.. 👏 Person like u need to be somewhere people see Ur talents.. seriously they need to invite U to Dancing with the Stars." Another wrote, "My eyes just go to the Desi Boy 😍 he's the best dancer🔥 should have been up front and center🙌." "Just finished watching the series. Was a brilliant cast and it hooked me in. Just loved the part you played. Effortless 👏," gushed another fan. One user said, "Awesome awesome work😍😍 beautiful series. You are different @ishaankhatter keep it alive🔥❤️." About Bollywood's Ishaan Khatter in 'The Perfect Couple' The official synopsis of the show reads, "Amelia Sacks is about to marry into one of the wealthiest families on Nantucket. Her disapproving future mother-in-law, famous novelist Greer Garrison Winbury, has spared no expense in planning what promises to be the premiere wedding of the season -- until a body turns up on the beach. As secrets come to light, the stage is set for a real-life investigation that feels plucked from the pages of one of Greer's novels. Suddenly, everyone is a suspect." The show promises to be a guilty pleasure, with title cards teasing it as "the most delicious, indulgent, shocking show on TV." The Perfect Couple boasts a star-studded cast, including Dakota Fanning, Jack Reynor, Meghann Fahy, Sam Nivola, Mia Isaac, and Isabelle Adjani. The series is based on the best-selling novel by Elin Hilderbrand. Jenna Lamia, known for her work on Good Girls and Awkward, adapted the novel and serves as the showrunner. The executive producers include Susanne Bier, who directed The Night Agent and The Undoing, as well as Hilderbrand, Shawn Levy of 21 Laps Entertainment, Gail Berman, Hend Baghdady of The Jackal Group, Kidman, and Per Saari of Blossom Films, and Josh Barry, as per The Hollywood Reporter. (With inputs from ANI)
07 September,2024 05:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe festive spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 has united Bollywood stars, as Tusshar Kapoor and Sonu Sood both welcomed Lord Ganesha into their homes this year. The actors, who are known for their strong connection to tradition, joined millions of devotees across India in bringing home Bappa for the celebration. Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Tusshar & Sonu bring home Bappa Tusshar Kapoor, who celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi with his family every year, invited photographers to his home to take part in the aarti and join in the festive celebrations. Sonu Sood, too, brought home Lord Ganesha with great enthusiasm. The actor, who has earned immense respect for his humanitarian work, shared his excitement with Mumbai paparrazzi. Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Tusshar & Sonu bring home Bappa, take a look: Sonu Sood and Jacqueline Fernandez will share screen space in their upcoming film 'Fateh'. Sonu took to social media on his birthday (July 30) and announced the release date of his film. The movie will hit theatres on January 10, 2025. In the caption, he described 'Fateh' as the "nation's best action film". Meanwhile, actors Tusshar Kapoor shared screen space with Priyanka Chahar Choudhary in 'Dus June Kii Raat' comedy thriller series. As per a statement, the show "follows the extraordinary chronicles of Panauti 'Bhagyesh', a man whose reputation for bad luck is so notorious that residents of Raniganj would rather stay home over crossing paths with him. Born on the tragic day his father died, Panauti's misfortune has led to the closure of his father's iconic single-screen theatre. Panauti's only dream is of reopening the theatre and restoring his father's legacy. His journey is packed with unexpected, uproarious twists and turns, plunging him into one outrageous predicament after another. With a cast of colourful characters and laugh-out-loud misadventures, Panauti and his cousin Battu's quest for love and luck is a rollercoaster of hilarity and heart that will leave audiences in splits and on the edge of their seats." Speaking about the show, Tusshar, essayed the role of 'Panauti', said, "When I first read the script of 'Dus June Ki Raat,' I was instantly intrigued by the character and its narrative. It is a unique blend of comedy, drama and suspense, promising a fun watch for audiences. I am super stoked to be back in my favourite genre of comedy with this series, and I am confident that viewers will enjoy it as well."
07 September,2024 02:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOn Ganesh Chaturthi 2024, Kartik Aaryan went to Mumbai's popular Lalbaugcha Raja temple on Saturday morning. He wore a blue kurta, looking festive for the occasion. Kartik also posted photos from his visit on Instagram. Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Kartik Aaryan visits Lalbaugcha Raja Kartik Aaryan visited Lalbaugcha Raja and captioned his post, "He is back." Kartik, who makes it a point to visit the temple every year during this festive season, shared this message in his Instagram post, "And so am I for his blessings. Modak party begins. Ganpati Bappa Morya." The Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 festival, which begins on the fourth day of the Hindu lunisolar month of Bhadrapada, is a vibrant ten-day celebration that concludes on Anantha Chaturdashi. Known also as Vinayak Chaturthi or Vinayak Chavithi, the festival honours Lord Ganesha as the deity of new beginnings, the remover of obstacles, and the embodiment of wisdom and intelligence. This year's festivities in Mumbai are particularly lively with the unveiling of the Lalbaugcha Raja idol, adding to the city's excitement. Devotees across Maharashtra and beyond are actively participating by bringing Ganesh idols into their homes, fasting, preparing traditional offerings, and visiting various pandals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended his warm wishes for Ganesh Chaturthi. Through a post on X (formerly Twitter), he conveyed, "Heartiest greetings of Ganesh Chaturthi to all countrymen. Ganpati Bappa Morya!" Meanwhile, on the work front, Kartik Aaryan is currently enjoying acclaim for his role in the sports drama 'Chandu Champion'. Directed by Kabir Khan and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and Kabir Khan, the film portrays the inspiring story of Murlikant Petkar, India's first Paralympic gold medalist in freestyle swimming. Aaryan's transformative performance has earned praise from critics and fans alike. Additionally, Aaryan has completed filming for 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3', directed by Anees Bazmee. The film promises to be a thrilling continuation of the franchise, featuring Triptii Dimri alongside Aaryan and marking the return of Vidya Balan as Manjulika. 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3', helmed by Anees Bazmee, promises to be a thrilling addition to the franchise, starring Triptii Dimri alongside Kartik.The film also marks Vidya Balan's return to the franchise. She essayed the iconic role of Manjulika in the 2007 blockbuster. Kartik Aaryan's future projects also include 'Captain India'. (With inputs from ANI)
07 September,2024 02:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actor Shahid Kapoor never shies away from expressing his love for his wife, Mira Rajput. On the occasion of Mira’s birthday, Shahid took to Instagram to share a heartwarming message, celebrating the special day with words that reflect his deep love for her. Shahid Kapoor wishes Mira Rajput on her birthday, see post In his post, Shahid shared a sweet caption that read, "She is magic. She is beautiful inside out. She is strong, she is loving and her smile lights up my heart. This birthday girl is all mine, and I can’t believe my luck. Happy birthday you beautiful thing. May God bless you always and forever, my love." The post was accompanied by a lovely photos of Mira, capturing her radiant smile that Shahid clearly adores. Check out Shahid Kapoor's birthday wish for Mira Rajput: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shahid Kapoor (@shahidkapoor) Shahid Kapoor wraps up his upcoming movie 'Deva' with a splash Shahid Kapoor, who was last seen in the theatrical movie ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya’, recently wrapped up his upcoming movie ‘Deva’, and on the occasion he danced on the song ‘Dhan Te Nan’ from his film ‘Kaminey’. On Thursday, the actor took to his Instagram, and shared a Reel in which he can be seen in his avatar of a cop donning a white shirt, Khakee pants and a gun in his holster. He wrote in the caption, “When DEVA did the dhante daan. No better way to wrap a film. Was such a special feeling. This one’s coming to give you a JOLT. #gohardorgohome #lovethisshit I’ts a wrap on this monster of a film that took everything from me. I can’t wait to share it with you all on 14th February”. In the movie, Shahid will be seen playing a defiant police officer, while Pooja Hegde stars as the leading lady in the role of a journalist. The film also stars Pavail Gulati. For the film, he underwent physical transformation, and moved from a slender build to a muscular body. The actor, who essays the role of a cop in ‘Deva’, gained 3 kgs and cut down on body fat. The film’s wrap up was announced by the makers on Wednesday, when they shared a picture from the wrap up on social media. In the picture, Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde can be seen cutting the cake along with the choreographer duo Bosco–Caesar. ‘Deva’ is directed by acclaimed Malayalam filmmaker Rosshan Andrrews and produced by Siddharth Roy Kapur, and promises an action-packed roller-coaster ride full of thrill and drama. The action spectacle wrapped up with a high-energy song sequence, shot over the last four days in Mumbai. The song is choreographed by Bosco Martis.
07 September,2024 01:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKatrina Kaif praised her Phone Bhoot co-star Ishaan Khatter after she watched his web series The Perfect Couple. On Friday, Ishaan shared several pictures from his latest photoshoot on Instagram. Katrina Kaif praises Ishaan Khatter in The Perfect Couple In the pictures, Ishaan was seen posing outdoors, walking inside a building, and lying on a bed. He was dressed in a denim shirt and matching pants, with black sunglasses, a belt, and shoes. When he shared the photos, he only used arrow emojis pointing in different directions. He tagged the location as Beverly Hills, California. Reacting to the post, Katrina gushed and penned, "Your Tooooo good in the show (clapping hands emoji). Ishaan reacted with red heart emojis. About Ishaan Khatter in The Perfect Couple and what to expect In a gripping new series, 'The Perfect Couple', a six-episode adaptation of Elin Hilderbrand's acclaimed novel. The trailer, unveiled on YouTube, hints at a wedding that spirals into chaos when a body is found on the beach, transforming a joyous occasion into a murder investigation. Nicole Kidman stars as Greer Garrison Winbury, the mother of the groom, while Liev Schreiber portrays Tag Winbury, the groom's father. The narrative centres around Amelia Sacks, played by Eve Hewson, who is preparing to marry into one of Nantucket's most affluent families. As the wedding festivities unfold, the atmosphere shifts dramatically with the shocking discovery of a corpse. "As secrets come to light, the stage is set for a real-life investigation that feels plucked from the pages of one of Greer's novels. Suddenly, everyone is a suspect," Netflix teased on social media. The trailer showcases Amelia's journey into the opulent world of the Winbury family, highlighting her concerns about their secretive nature as per The Hollywood Reporter. At one dinner table scene in the trailer, she questions the necessity of signing non-disclosure agreements. Dakota Fanning's character warns, "The key to this family is to just stay on the periphery where it's safe." As the investigation unfolds, law enforcement is seen interrogating Kidman's character, with one officer probing, "Is there something you want to tell me?" In contrast, Schreiber's character maintains a calm demeanor, dismissing the situation as "dramatic for an accidental drowning." Kidman's character offers a poignant reflection in the trailer as she says, "We never know what's going on in someone's mind really. No matter how close you are." According to The Hollywood Reporter, the ensemble cast also features Billy Howle, Jack Reynor, Bollywood actor Ishaan Khatter, Meghann Fahy, Sam Nivola, Michael Beach, Donna Lynne Champlin, Mia Isaac, and Isabelle Adjani. Directed by Susanne Bier, the series promises to blend mystery with the intricacies of family dynamics, as it navigates themes of trust and betrayal. 'The Perfect Couple' premiered globally on Netflix on September 5, drawing viewers into its web of intrigue and suspense. (With inputs from ANI)
07 September,2024 01:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actress Ananya Panday is out with her debut web series ‘Call Me Bae’ which commenced streaming on Amazon Prime Video on September 6. She celebrated the same by resorting to cultural norms and bringing Lord Ganesha home on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi. Ananya took to Instagram and shared pictures of her family with their deity and wrote, “Welcome home Bappppa.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ananya 🌙 (@ananyapanday) About Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 Ganesh Chaturthi is a ten-day festival that starts on the fourth day of the Hindu lunisolar calendar month 'Bhadrapada'. This auspicious ten-day festival starts with 'Chaturthi' and ends on 'Anantha Chaturdashi'. The festive period is also known as 'Vinayak Chaturthi' or 'Vinayak Chavithi'. The festival celebrates Ganesha as the 'God of New Beginnings' and the 'Remover of Obstacles' as well as the god of wisdom and intelligence. It is celebrated with much fanfare in Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra, with lakhs of devotees converging into mandals to seek blessing from Lord Ganesh. For the festivities, people bring Lord Ganesh idols to their homes, observe fasts, prepare mouth-watering delicacies, and visit pandals during the festival. Ananya Panday on ‘Call Me Bae’ Talking about her OTT debut with 'Call Me Bae', Ananya Panday 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’ The series begins with a glimpse into Bae's lavish lifestyle in New Delhi. However, her privileged and glamourous world abruptly collapses when she is disowned by her family. The scene shifts to the bustling streets of Mumbai, where Bae must now fend for herself. Upbeat music sets the audience to witness Bae's efforts to adapt to her new reality -- from navigating public transportation to the demanding life of a journalist in Mumbai. With Ananya Panday leading the cast as Bella Bae Chowdhary, the series also features actors Vir Das, Gurfateh Pirzada, Varun Sood, Vihaan Samat, Muskkaan Jaferi, Niharika Lyra Dutt, Lisa Mishra, and Mini Mathur. Produced by Dharmatic Entertainment and boasting Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen Mishra as Executive Producers, the series is written by Ishita Moitra, Samina Motlekar, and Rohit Nair and directed by Collin D'Cunha. (With inputs from ANI)
07 September,2024 12:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentParents-to-be Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh visited Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple on the first day of Ganesh Chaturthi. The couple was clicked by the shutterbugs as they entered the temple premises. They both were all smiles as they arrived at the temple to see Lord Ganesha's blessings. Ranveer and Deepika were dressed in traditional outfits. Ranveer opted for an off-white kurta pyjama. On the other hand, Deepika wore a beautiful emerald green saree. She elevated her look with minimal makeup and a sleek bun. They were accompanied by their family members. Deepika Padukone's green saree was untouched by scissors Deepika’s saree was by Banarasi Baithak who explained the deep meaning behind her six-yard. They wrote on Instagram, “We are grateful to Anaita @anaitashroffadjania who sourced this vintage revival piece as a gift for the loveliest couple, keeping in mind that green is the colour for fertility and auspicious growth. No words to describe the graciousness shown by Anaita. She ensured that the saree was untouched by scissors and remained a symbol of 'ever-after.' And what words can describe the joyous couple? Words fail. Only blessings their way! @deepikapadukone @ranveersingh" Deepika's green saree was gifted by Anaita Adajania byu/Longjumping-Post-228 inBollyBlindsNGossip Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh to welcome baby in September Deepika and Ranveer announced their pregnancy in February this year and shared that they are expecting the birth of their baby in September. Recently, the couple posed for a maternity shoot. In the joint post shared on Deepika and Ranveer's Instagram handles, the couple captioned it with ward off evil eye, heart, and infinity emojis. In the pictures, the couple can be seen embracing baby bump. View this post on Instagram A post shared by दीपिका पादुकोण (@deepikapadukone) Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh’s relationship Ranveer-Deepika tied the knot on November 14, 2018, at Italy's Lake Como after dating for six long years and the duo never fails to shower love on each other on social media. They first met on the sets of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's romantic drama film 'Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela' and later also starred in 'Bajirao Mastani' and 'Padmaavat'. Deepika Padukone’s work front Meanwhile, on the work front, Deepika will be next seen in 'Singham Again,' set to hit the big screens on the festive occasion of Diwali 2024. Helmed by Rohit Shetty 'Singham Again' also stars her husband Ranveer Singh, actors Ajay Devgn Kareena Kapoor Khan, Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, and Ranveer Singh in the lead roles. 'Singham Again' is the third installment of the super-hit franchise. 'Singham' was released in 2011, starring Kajal Aggarwal and Prakash Raj in lead roles, followed by 'Singham Returns' in 2014. Both projects were box office hits.
07 September,2024 11:51 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actress Tara Sutaria, who was in a relationship with actor Aadar Jain, has apparently shaded him and his fiance Alekha Advani in her Instagram story. Tara and Aadar made their relationship 'Instagram official' back in August 2020 and parted ways in 2023. As per netizens, Tara shared the song ‘Taste’ by Sabrina Carpenter which is allegedly directed at Aadar and Alekha’s recent engagement news. Is Tara shading aadar and alekha? byu/Practical-Net8425 inBollyBlindsNGossip Tara Sutaria’s Instagram story about Aadar Jain and Alekha Advani? A Reddit user shared, “So this is Tara’s story and she has put up Sabrina’s song taste on her story and it’s also the part which says “ I heard you’re back together and if that’s true You’ll just have to taste me when he’s kissin’ you If you want forever, and I bet you do” I don’t know why but I feel like it’s a clear shade for Aadar and Alekha. I mean Tara must’ve obviously been hurt.” Netizens react to Tara Sutaria’s Instagram story One user wrote on Reddit, I’m sorry but everyone saying “omg so gross so embarrassing so juvenile” nothing she does in this matter can be worse than your partner of many years and a close friend (that you literally hung out with as a couple) getting together right after yall break up. No amount of shade is “grosser” than those two.” “I was going to say it seems like she moved on a good while ago, but just checked out her story myself. And, the lyrics are questionable. Seems like it’s meant for Alekha,” added another. One user commented, “It must be tough to be her rn. Career (if we can even call it that) is going nowhere, has a practically non-existent dating life, and to top it all, your ex seems to be happy and in love. It’s gotta sting lol.” Aadar Jain announces engagement with Alekha Advani Aadar Jain announced his engagement to Alekha Advani last week with a heartwarming proposal by the sea. In the caption, he wrote, "My first crush, my best friend & now, my forever." Jain and Advani's relationship became public in November 2023 when Jain shared a photo of them on social media, describing her as the "light of my life." Aadar Jain, the son of Reema Jain and Manoj Jain. He debuted in Bollywood with 'Qaidi Band' in 2017, and was last seen in 'Hello Charlie.'
07 September,2024 11:06 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentDeepika Padukone made an unforgettable debut alongside Shah Rukh Khan in ‘Om Shanti Om’ (2007). Since then, the duo has continued to captivate audiences with a series of successful collaborations, including ‘Chennai Express’, ‘Happy New Year’, ‘Pathaan’, and ‘Jawan’. The blockbuster film ‘Jawan’, which was released in 2023 and earned over 1000 crores at the global box office, showcased their undeniable chemistry once again. In ‘Jawan’, Deepika took on a pivotal extended cameo role as Aishwarya Rathore, the wife of Shah Rukh Khan’s character Vikram Rathore. Shah Rukh Khan fooled Deepika Padukone to act in ‘Jawan’ At the film's success press conference last year, Shah Rukh Khan playfully revealed that he and director Atlee had misled Deepika into thinking her role was just a small cameo. “Deepika is feeling the most awkward, I will tell you why, because she feels, ‘main toh dosti me chhota sa role karne aa gayi thi,’ but between me and Atlee, we fooled her and shot a full-length movie with her. When she saw the film she was like, ‘Oh I am one of the main characters’… but thank you Deepika from the bottom of our hearts for being part of this film,” Shah Rukh remarked, affectionately referring to her as “a family.” Deepika Padukone on the length of her role in ‘Jawan’ Deepika revealed that she was approached for the role while working on Nag Ashwin’s Project K, now titled Kalki 2898 AD, in Hyderabad. Reflecting on her experience, she shared, “They narrated the whole story to me and told me this very important part of Aishwarya and for me, it was not about the length of the role. It was the impact that this character is going to have on the entire film. So it was two-fold for me, one is everyone knows my love for him (SRK). Whenever he wants, I will always be there." She added, "But also, the movie was so special that as any actor, not just me, if offered the part, they would say yes to it because it was about the vision. I think all of us, everyone here has invested in that vision. It's not about how big or small your role was. It was about the story we were telling, the impact that this movie was going to have on the lives of this amazing audience." SRK calls Deepika Padukone large size actor Shah Rukh Khan praised Deepika's decision to embrace the role, highlighting her dedication and courage. “For her to have done this role, also as an actor, is very gutsy. I always say 'There are no small roles, there are only small actors'. I think with this film, Deepika proves to everybody that she really is a large-size actor, big-size actor. Thank you, Deepika.” Their heartwarming bond, mutual respect, and natural chemistry continue to shine through their collaborative projects, making every appearance together a memorable experience for fans.
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