Bollywood filmmaker-actor Farhan Akhtar and his wife Shibani Dandekar were the latest guests on the new episode of Rhea Chakraborty’s podcast ‘Chapter 2’. The previous episodes of the podcast featured a dynamic conversation between her and Sushmita Sen and another episode with Aamir Khan which was met with lots of appreciation and love by the fans for how natural it felt. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rhea Chakraborty (@rhea_chakraborty) Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar reveal going for couples therapy Shibani said, “We started doing couples therapy I think about six months before or after we got engaged. It wasn’t one person convincing the other. It was like this is something that sounds like a smart thing to do. We got married on a Monday. Our signing was on a Monday and our next scheduled appointment was on a Wednesday. I remember we walked in and our therapist was like ‘Why are you guys here? You just got married like 24 hours ago?’” Shibani Dandekar on getting into a fight with Farhan Akhtar She added, “It’s like going to the gym. You have to keep working on it. So, there are times when we go for sessions and it’s every couple of weeks and sometimes we go in there and we just look at each other and we’re like we have nothing to talk about. There are days where we go in and we were like we are going to need longer than an hour because let me just tell you some things about this guy right here. So, there are those days as well. There are times when we maybe get into a fight at home and we know we’ve got to see our therapist on Wednesday. So, we will just wait or I will try and wait. I want to get into it right now and he’ll be like ‘Let’s just wait and discuss it on Wednesday’.” About Rhea Chakraborty’s ‘Chapter 2’ Rhea Chakraborty has embarked on a new chapter in her life with her podcast ‘Chapter 2’, which marks a fresh start and a journey into the next phase of her life. The podcast delves into how she’s embracing new beginnings and leaving her past behind, offering a candid look at her personal growth and professional reinvention.
21 September,2024 08:31 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Jacqueliene Fernandez has come up with her song titled 'Stormrider'. 'Stormrider' is written by Amrita Sen and Robin Grubert and produced by Amrita Sen, Jake Jeong (Frison), Serban Cazan, Feenom, and Alex Winter. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jacqueliene Fernandez (@jacquelienefernandez) Sharing her experience creating 'Stormrider', Jacqueliene in a note shared by her team, said, "When I ventured into music, it wasn't just about creating songs--it was about expressing my story, emotions, and journey. Music is more than sound; it's about connection, resilience, and empowerment. I've spent almost a year on this single, conceptualising and looking into every look of mine in the video, and each one is powerful, with deep meaning behind it." She added, "My single Storm Rider is very close to my heart because it's about embracing change, finding strength in the storm, and riding the waves of life with courage and grace. I've poured my heart into this track, and I can't wait for everyone to experience this chapter with me." Meanwhile, on the film front, she will be seen sharing screen space with actor Sonu Sood in their upcoming film 'Fateh'. 'Fateh', which marks Sonu Sood's debut as a director, will delve into the real-life instances of cybercrime. The film is made under the banner of Zee Studios and Shakti Sagar Productions. She will also headline the much-anticipated multi-starrer series 'GOATS'. Directed by Abhishek Sharma, the star-studded cast includes Neil Nitin Mukesh , Boman Irani , Siddharth Nigam, and Sumedh Mudgalkar in the lead, along with Bhavin Bhanushali , Anusha Mani, Kunwar Amar , Santana Roach , Yukti Tareja , and Arnav Maggo . Not only this, she has also joined the star cast of 'Housefull 5'. 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
21 September,2024 07:50 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIActress Avneet Kaur took to her social media platform and shared some of her breathtaking pictures from the premiere of “Transformers One’ in London, United Kingdom. Taking to her photo-sharing platform, Avneet, who has 31.9 million followers on her Instagram, shared a carousel of pictures while flaunting her irreplaceable charm. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Avneet Kaur (@avneetkaur_13) She captioned the post while raising fans' excitement for the red-carpet visuals. Avneet wrote, “Last night for the London premiere of Transformers One! (with yellow heart, clipboard and star emojis). Are y’all excited to see the red carpet pictures?” In the pictures, Avneet was seen in a beautiful yellow body-con long dress while posing for the cameras differently. In other pictures, the ‘Tiku weds Sheru’ actress posed candidly while expressing her excitement for such a prestigious moment. In the last picture, Avneet is seen posing inside the elevator with a monochrome effect in which she looks like a showstopper. Avneet’s post has received widespread love from her fans and the entire Instagram community. On attending the event in London, Avneet shared her excitement and said, "Attending the Transformers premiere in London was an unforgettable experience. Watching Scarlett Johansson and Chris Hemsworth walking the red carpet was truly surreal, a dream turned into reality, forever etched in my memory." She continued, "Seeing these Hollywood legends up close, their glamour and charisma radiating through every smile and gesture, left me utterly spellbound”. “The electric atmosphere, the glamour of the premiere, and the thrill of witnessing cinematic history unfold made for an unforgettable night, one that I'll treasure forever.” Avneet concluded Meanwhile, the actress earlier shared pictures with the team of renowned production house Paramount Pictures while having a dinner which has left her fans with numerous questions as they are now speculating that it could be related to Avneet's big venture on the grounds of Hollywood as the 22-year-old actress has gained many significant milestones till now. For the unversed, Avneet was the only Indian celebrity to become part of ‘Transformers One’ premiere night. On the work front, Avneet was last seen in family entertainer 'Luv Ki Arrange Marriage', starring alongside Sunny Singh. The film was directed by Ishrat Khan and produced by Bhanushali Studios Limited in association with Thinkink Picturez Ltd. 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
21 September,2024 07:39 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSYudhraU/A: Action, thrillerDir: Ravi UdyawarCast: Siddhant Chaturvedi, Malavika Mohanan, Raghav JuyalRating: 1/5 It takes almost an hour for some kinda villain to make an entry in this movie. About 45 minutes for the hero to find any sorta purpose—to his existence on screen; let alone life itself. He’d been plodding through sheer pointless, until then. I can understand waiting for a movie to end. Can you imagine waiting for the goddamn interval? Speaking, in particular, of the interval block in this pic—it’s a cracker night-light sequence of a shootout on a merchant ship. It’s ostensibly set in the Indian Ocean. More likely, shot on Gautam Adani’s Mundra port, with bullets flying around containers, apparently loaded with cocaine. This is scintillating, big-screen action, alright. Enough that you sit up, take note. Only that by this time, the movie has so completely slipped through the cracks—you wonder if it makes any sense to return from the popcorn counter. Take you to the beginning of this lunacy then? As in the opening scene, where an Army man calls an IPS officer, his subordinate—both of whom, among others, hang out, in uniforms, at a party in the Mumbai Police Gymkhana. The uniforms bear stars and IPS, on their shoulder epaulettes, but Maharashtra/Mumbai Police on the sleeves. This thorough lack of detailing for a cop-actioner is necessary to highlight. Merely because it foretells the randomness to follow. Also, it tells us a thing or two about how Mumbai Police are the least likely to take needless offence about stuff on screen. Never mind, being repeatedly portrayed as villains in desi movies/series. Try getting away with anything close to that with the other forces, forget communities. After the said Mumbai Police Gym party, a prominent officer and his wife get bumped off in a road accident. Their baby, thereafter, grows up as an orphaned child.He picks up a lizard with help of implements in his ’90s Camlin yellow-orange geometry box—only piece of warm nostalgia, in a pic that’s trying super hard to hearken back to ’80s, mainstream, prologue-plot-epilogue, hero-villain revenge dramas. This boy is Yudhra, if you must know. He’s got severe anger management issues. One way to deal with it is to channel that anger into national service, perhaps. He’s sent off to “National Cadate Training Academy”. Ignore the misspelling on screen. What exactly is this force that the hero calls the “military”? You won’t care, once you’re certain the film’s a farce! But why must you not care as an audience, anyway? Because this movie primarily emanates from second-guessing your tastes/preferences, after all. That, genre-wise, you seek comfort in the predictable, it appears. How do these filmmakers know this? Surveying so many mad actioners, especially from the South, that killed it at the box-office, post-pandemic. To be fair, Yudhra wholly avoids latent misogyny that often frames such blockbusters as well. Peeking instead at the Tinder dating culture that the heroine (Malavika Mohanan) has a go at, while being friends with the hero, first. To be fairer still, the producers, i.e. Excel Entertainment, have put all their might behind high-grade sets/locations/production design. Pumping in crores around which action gets choreographed. The film itself is shot like a dream, although it plays out more as a disjointed nightmare. Shridhar Raghavan (War, Pathaan, Tiger 3) has scripted this actioner; delivering an altogether breathless narrative. Whether or not you connect with any of the characters, the plot carries on, non-frickin’-stop. Co-producer Farhan Akhtar has put his head to the dialogues. The director, Ravi Udyawar, debuted with the competent Mom (2017). I’m at the 9 am show, with a R99 ticket, given National Cinema Day—another post-pandemic phenomenon since 2022. Wherein theatres heavily slashed rates (R75) to bring back audiences. It’s the one time that the needle moved on multiplex footfalls, across the country. Sure, it’s not a packed hall, this time on. Too early, anyway. There isn’t an established superstar shouldering this heavy enterprise, either. In any case, I suspect there is really no such thing as a proper action-star. Even the biggest ones—Sanjay Dutt, Sunny Deol, Salman Khan, et al—somewhat started out as romantic heroes, first. Gaining chutzpah, over time. All eyes on the screen then, that’s loading the entry of the young hero as he chases bikers down Mumbai’s Eastern Freeway. Who’s this Yudhra, yo? What emerges once the helmet is off, with literally a lollipop for a prop, merging into a Frank Miller-esque image, is actor Siddhant Chaturvedi—Excel’s farm-fresh, homegrown talent, who fit beautifully into Gully Boy (2019). Also, as the GenZ stand-up comedian, devoted to one-night-stands, in Kho Gaye Hum Kahan (2023). I wasn’t sure he was quite that dude, with the swag, to floor Deepika Padukone, in Gehraiyaan (2022). Further convinced he’s not really the Bollywood baap-ka-badla kinda orphaned avenger—supposedly thick as a brick; skin made of impenetrable steel—with whistles/hoots across the hall, while he mindlessly bashes the hell out of bumbling baddies, one after another. God, he’s given it his best. To his credit, this would’ve been a crappy film. Regardless of him.
21 September,2024 07:23 AM IST | Mumbai | Mayank ShekharThink Bhool Bhulaiyaa and the first thing that comes to mind is the track, Ami je tomar. While Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan, Madhuri Dixit-Nene and Triptii Dimri shot the iconic song in April for the upcoming third instalment, now a romantic number is in the works. mid-day has learnt that Aaryan and Dimri are currently filming a love song in Leh. A source tells us that director Anees Bazmee kicked off the Ladakh shoot earlier this week. Sachet-Parampara have composed the song, thus joining Pritam, Amaal Mallik and Tanishk Bagchi in creating the film’s album. “Rumours suggested that the track, Labon ko labon pe, from Bhool Bhulaiyaa [2007] had been recreated for this instalment and would be picturised on the leads. That is not true. The one being shot is an original composition. It is being choreographed by Vijay Ganguly against Leh’s scenic mountains and lakes.” Vidya Balan and Madhuri Dixit-Nene also star in the horror comedy Over its past two offerings, Bhool Bhulaiyaa has formed its own on-screen world, complete with abandoned palaces, wide courtyards, and of course, spirits. The source adds that the song, however, is reminiscent of Yash Chopra’s films. “Kartik sports a black vest, a leather jacket, and brown trousers. Triptii flaunts a dreamy look in chiffon sarees. The song will remind viewers of Yash Chopra numbers that would be shot in Switzerland,” adds the source. After the ongoing leg, the director will film another song before calling it a wrap. Confirming the news, producer Bhushan Kumar says, “Leh and Ladakh offer a pristine landscape that hasn’t been explored much for songs in Indian cinema. For Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, we wanted a location that would match the grandeur of the film, and these breathtaking locations provide the perfect backdrop.”
21 September,2024 07:08 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBRAn Emmy nomination The Indian version of The Night Manager, starring Anil Kapoor, Aditya Roy Kapur and Sobhita Dhulipala, has received a nomination in the drama series category at the 2024 International Emmy Awards. The series is the only entry from India across 14 categories at the nominations that were announced in New York by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (IATAS). The series, directed by Sandeep Modi and Priyanka Ghose, is adapted from both John le Carre’s novel, and the British show of the same name, starring Tom Hiddleston, Hugh Laurie and Olivia Colman. It will compete with Les Gouttes de Dieu, The Newsreader—Season 2, and Iosi, El Espia Arrepentido—Season 2. A passionate actor Filmmaker Aanand L Rai believes Kangana Ranaut’s venture into politics will not affect her acting career. Referring to her as a performer who “loves her profession”, he said, “I think she will manage both jobs very well.” Asked about the developments on the third instalment of the Tanu Weds Manu franchise, he said: “It depends on the story [that we crack]. We have been working on it. The day I crack a good story, we will definitely go ahead.” The filmmaker shared that Ranaut will feature in the third instalment, reiterating, “It will be done with Kangana only.” The film also featured R Madhavan. Grabbing eyeballs Actor-producer Sohum Shah’s Tumbbad has collected R13.44 crore net in its re-run at the domestic box office, surpassing the money it earned when it was released in 2018. Directed by Rahi Anil Barve and produced by the actor under his banner Sohum Shah Films, the horror drama received critical acclaim when it released in theatres on October 12, 2018. It was re-released in theatres last week on popular demand from fans. Oscar hopeful Payal Kapadia’s All We Imagine as Light, which became the first Indian film to win the Grand Prix award at Cannes, could now well make its way to the Oscars. The film is being released in Kerala on Saturday and later across India by actor-producer Rana Daggubati’s company. It has been submitted to the Film Federation of India (FFI), which decides which movies will represent India in the international feature film category at the Oscars. The announcement is likely to be made next week. “We’ll try everything that we can,” Daggubati said. And another Meanwhile, filmmaker Kiran Rao says she hopes her film, Laapataa Ladies, will be considered for India’s official entry at the 2025 Academy Awards. It is the filmmaker’s long-cherished dream that her movie would represent the country at the Oscar stage. At the same time, Rao said the Film Federation of India (FFI) will pick the best film. “My dream would be fulfilled if it goes [to the Oscars]. But it’s a process, and I’m hoping it’ll be considered.”
21 September,2024 07:03 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamIn December 2022, shortly after it took Pakistan’s movie industry by storm, The Legend of Maula Jatt was scheduled to hit Indian theatres. However, its release was opposed by certain political groups and subsequently cancelled. Two years on, the Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan-led blockbuster is finally arriving in Indian screens on October 2, becoming the first Pakistani film in over 10 years to have a theatrical release in India. Distributor Nadeem Mandviwalla is confident of a strong run, even though the action drama is opening only in the Punjab circuit for now. Is he disappointed that it’s not releasing in Mumbai, the hub of Indian cinema? Not really, says Mandviwalla, hoping that Zee Studios -- which is facilitating the India release -- might have bigger plans ahead. “It was Bollywood which started [the practice of] Pakistani actors not being allowed to work in India. The other film industries, like those in Punjab and south, have no problem. If the picture becomes a success, it should be released in the south. This is our Baahubali, and I feel the south audience will appreciate its scale and vision.” Nadeem Mandviwalla The Legend of Maula Jatt – a reboot of Pakistan’s 1979 hit, Maula Jatt – tells the story of village hero, played by a gandasa-wielding Fawad, who becomes a symbol of resistance against tyranny and injustice in rural Punjab. The distributor points out that anticipation around Bilal Lashari’s directorial venture is high in Punjab, as the film’s Punjabi roots are expected to resonate strongly with viewers. “There was tremendous excitement when it was to be released in December 2022, but it was [halted]. Now, even as the film is releasing after two years, I feel it will fare very well. There is a wide audience who wanted to see it, and since it’s not available on OTT, they haven’t been able to,” he says. The action drama, having earned R400 crore globally by 2023, is Pakistan’s highest-grossing film to date. But its release in India is so much more than just another avenue to increase its lifetime earnings. Mandviwalla is hopeful that the movie will reignite a cross-cultural exchange between the two neighbouring countries. “Whenever we used to tell the local authorities (he means Pak, no?) that we need our movies to go across the border, they used to highlight that Maulana Jatt’s release was stopped. At that time, it wasn’t the government who had stopped it; it was local pressure. Whatever is happening politically should not affect art. I’m hopeful that this release will start a better [exchange]. In Pakistan, some Punjabi films do release. We recently released Jatt & Juliet 3, which did tremendous business at my theatre.” Maula is a village folk hero and his tale is one of vengeance—he seeks to avenge the death of his family, which brings him into a deadly rivalry with Noori Natt, a notorious and equally formidable villain. The character's appeal lies in his complexity; he is a man of few words, driven by a desire for justice but not without his own flaws. The 2022 remake, The Legend of Maula Jatt, reimagines this iconic tale for modern audiences. Directed by Bilal Lashari, the film retains the essence of the original but brings a more polished and grandiose cinematic vision, with Fawad Khan taking on the role of Maula Jatt and Hamza Ali Abbasi as Noori Natt. What makes the film click globally? He says, "I personally feel that it's not the story itself. It was always a big name in Pakistan. But this time what has worked is not the big name or what the film had done 30 years before. This time it's all about how Bilal has made this film. And that became the most surprising part. It is a remake of the film. But he has done it in a way which is exceptional. Nobody could have thought that he would come up with a background and the way he made the film. That has worked tremendously.The star cast - Mahira and Fawad - had a very big contribution towards the success of the film. But ultimately, the biggest thing that happened was that the advance booking of the film when we released it in Pakistan was not up to the mark the way I wanted it to be. But the minute the picture opened up, within the first three days, the kind of report which was coming out, we knew that the second week is going to be much higher than the first week. And that is exactly what happened because the word of mouth was so gigantic. Everybody was shocked to see the film. Nobody could imagine that you can make a film of this sort. It has done about 121 crores in Pakistan. I think it has done 6.5 million dollars."
21 September,2024 06:58 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuBollywood superstar Kareena Kapoor Khan celebrates her birthday on September 21. With her acting debut in 2000 with the film ‘Refugee’ she made her mark in the entertainment industry with her roles in ‘Asoka’ opposite Shah Rukh Khan and ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham...’. Later she also worked in films like ‘Chameli’, ‘Dev’, ‘Omkara’, ‘Jab We Met’, ‘Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu’, ‘Kurbaan’, ‘Talaash: The Answer Lies Within’, ‘Jaane Jaan’, ‘Crew’, ‘The Buckingham Murders’, and ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’, among others. She has played various characters throughout her career that left everyone amazed. As she has also completed 25 years in showbiz, we look at 25 of her dialogues that remain iconic. 25 iconic dialogues of Kareena Kapoor Khan "Kaun hai yeh, jisne dobara mudke mujhe nahi dekha?" (Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham) "Main apne liye lad rahi hoon. Yeh meri zindagi ka sawal hai." (Jaane Jaan) "Main apni favorite hoon." (Jab We Met) "Tumhe koi haq nahi banta ki tum itni khoobsurat lago. Not fair!" (Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham) "Sach kabhi asaan nahi hota, par jhooth zyada der tak nahi tikta." (Jaane Jaan) "Sikhni hoon badi ziddi hoon!" (Jab We Met) "Woh zindagi hi kya jo kisi ke kaam na aaye." (Kurbaan) "Sab kuch galat ho sakta hai, lekin kabhi kabhi galat hi sahi hota hai." (Jaane Jaan) "Akeli ladki khuli tijori ki tarah hoti hai." (Jab We Met) "Kuchh rishte bojh bankar dil pe lag jaate hain." (Omkara) "Main apni zindagi ke faisle khud lena chahti hoon." (Jaane Jaan) "Shaadi ek bada fraud hai!" (Veere Di Wedding) "Zindagi mein kabhi kisi ko itna bhi mat darrao ki darr hi khatam ho jaaye." (Chameli) "Koi tumse pyaar kare to tum usse dhokha dena, lekin agar koi tumse dil se pyaar kare, to tumhara farz banta hai uska dil na todna." (Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai) "Kabhi kabhi humari zindagi mein aisa waqt aata hai jab hum kaun hai, kya hai, aur kyun hai, sab bhool jaate hain." (Yuva) "Tumne zindagi ko jeene ka ek aasan tareeka dhoondh liya hai – ghabrahat se door bhagna." (Talaash) "Mujhe apne dil ki baat samajh nahi aayi, isliye maine tumhe samjha diya." (Bodyguard) "Maa ke bina zindagi guzarna ka matlab sirf saans lena hota hai." (We Are Family) "Hum jaante hai humein jeena hai, hum jaante hai humein marna hai, bas beech ka rasta hum nahi jaante." (Agent Vinod) "Galat kaam karna galti nahi, galti hai us galat kaam ko bardasht karna." (Singham Returns) "PHAT? Pretty hot and tempting!" (Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham) "Mujhe miss mat karna, warna main waapas aa jaaungi!" (Jab We Met) "Zindagi badi honi chahiye, lambi nahi." (Jab We Met) "Kuch raaste aise hote hain jahan se wapas jaana mumkin nahi hota." (Jaane Jaan) "Main heroine hoon, koi sati savitri nahi." (Heroine) Kareena Kapoor Khan’s upcoming projects Kareena will next be seen in Rohit Shetty's 'Singham Again', which will roar on Diwali. 'Singham Again' is a multi-starrer. It features Ajay Devgn, Deepika Padukone, 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.
21 September,2024 06:49 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAs Taal turns 25, the magic of its unforgettable music, stunning visuals, and iconic moments returns to the big screen, reminding fans why it remains one of Bollywood’s most beloved films. From the soulful melodies of "Ishq Bina" to the electrifying beats of "Ramta Jogi," Subhash Ghai’s Taal redefined musical cinema. With stellar performances by Aishwarya Rai, Anil Kapoor, and Akshaye Khanna, and an enchanting soundtrack by A.R. Rahman, Taal has become a cult classic that continues to mesmerize audiences across generations. To mark this milestone an extraordinary interactive screening presented by Toyow is being held on 21st September. This event gives fans a rare opportunity to engage with the creative minds behind Taal, while immersing themselves in the film’s iconic moments and timeless music. This special interactive screening is set to bring together fans and filmmakers, rekindling the enchanting essence of Taal and celebrating a quarter-century of its musical brilliance. Subhash Ghai, the visionary behind Taal, shared his excitement, "It would be a great opportunity for me as a filmmaker to meet and interact with my audience. I will be sharing some interesting stories, especially about the making of Taal, which is one of my favorite films too. With the re-release, I’m thrilled that audiences can experience Taal again on the big screen, relivling its magic, all over again." Ramesh Taurani, Producer and Head of Tips, shared, "'Taal' was more than just a film; it was a cinematic journey that explored the depths of human emotion. As we celebrate its 25th anniversary, we're reminded of the brilliance of Subhash Ghai's direction and the exceptional performances that brought this story to life. Aishwarya Rai, Akshaye Khanna, and Anil Kapoor delivered unforgettable portrayals that continue to inspire filmmakers and captivate audiences. This screening is an opportunity to rediscover the nuances of a film that pushed the boundaries of Indian cinema and remains a timeless classic." Kumar Taurani added, "Twenty-five years ago, we acquired the audio rights of the film 'Taal,' not knowing that it would become such a blockbuster hit of an album. Even after 25 years, the music of 'Taal' stays fresh and remains one of the most popular soundtracks ever. ‘Taal' was a musical masterpiece created by the brilliant trio of Subhash Ghai, A. R. Rahman, and Anand Bakshi."
20 September,2024 10:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKareena Kapoor Khan has taken social media by storm with her latest striking appearance. The actress, famous for her 10/10 flawless style, turned heads when she attended an event in the city, wearing a gorgeous off-shoulder red gown. Kareena Kapoor birthday: Check out her fiery red dress look Kareena's turned her behind-the-scenes hair and makeup session into a mini photoshoot, showing off her gorgeous gown. With her hair swept to one side, she posed in a red dress featuring a bold thigh-high slit, showing off her toned legs. She completed the look with statement drop earrings and matching red heels. Kareena Kapoor's birthday dress is fiery red, take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kareena Kapoor Khan (@kareenakapoorkhan) In a dazzling celebration of her 25-year journey in cinema, Kareena Kapoor Khan officially launched a film festival named in her honour on Wednesday. The event, hosted by a leading multiplex chain, showcased Kareena's remarkable contributions to the film industry over the years. Kareena Kapoor dons a modern take on a saree Dressed in a breathtaking Banarasi silk saree, Kareena captured the essence of elegance and grace. The pre-owned vintage outfit has been brought back to life through meticulous pleating and innovative restoration techniques, allowing the original textile to shine without any alterations, as described by Amit Aggarwal, who designed the custom piece for Bebo. According to the designer, this contemporary drape of the saree keeps the essence of the traditional fabric while incorporating modern design elements. Inspired by Amit Aggarwal's latest couture line, ANTEVORTA, the ensemble explores the multifaceted concept of 'Time' through various lenses--philosophical, mythological, religious, scientific, and cosmological. Completing her off-shoulder saree gown, Kareena accessorized with a striking pendant featuring three statement stones and elegant gold earrings. A small bindi added a traditional touch, while her sleek bun and radiant makeup--highlighting rosy cheeks and a peachy nude lipstick--brought the entire look together with grace. Sister Karisma Kapoor showed her love with yellow heart emojis and sparkling star icons, while Saif Ali Khan's sister, Saba Pataudi, filled the comments with love, leaving a cascade of hearts for her. Kareena's recent film, 'The Buckingham Murders', directed by Hansal Mehta, was released in theatres on September 13. She will next be seen in 'Singham Again', set to release this November. In this action-packed film directed by Rohit Shetty, Kareena will share the screen with a stellar cast that includes Ajay Devgn, Deepika Padukone, Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, and Ranveer Singh.
20 September,2024 09:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentCelebrated filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt celebrated his birthday on September 20. The director, producer, and screenwriter has made significant contributions to the Indian film industry and has received many national and international awards. Fans quickly took to the internet to send him their best wishes. Just a little while ago, his wife Soni Razdan and daughters Alia and Shaheen Bhatt shared their love for him on social media. Alia Bhatt wishes dad Mahesh Bhatt on his birthday Alia Bhatt posted two pictures with her father, Mahesh Bhatt. The first shows him admiring her mehendi during her pre-wedding celebrations, and the second has them sitting next to each other, likely meditating together (or napping). In her caption, she extended birthday wishes on behalf of herself and her daughter, Raha Kapoor, writing, “Sometimes all you gotta do in life is show up .. you always did and always do. Happy birthday pops/g-pa. there’s no one like you.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alia Bhatt 💛 (@aliaabhatt) Alia Bhatt's sisters Pooja and Shaheen wish Mahesh Bhatt His eldest daughter, Pooja, took to Instagram to share a video featuring Mahesh Bhatt and wrote, "We are what we do. Not what we say we will do. Privileged to be born to a man who continues to lead by example." His daughter Shaheen Bhatt also wished her father on his special day."Happy Birthday buddy boy. You're my favourite person and you make everything better," she wrote in her post. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shaheen Bhatt (@shaheenb) About Alia Bhatt's father and celebrated filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt Mahesh Bhatt received several accolades, including four National Film Awards and three Filmfare Awards. He is known for his works such as Daddy (1989) and Swayam (1991), Aashiqui (1990) and Dil Hai Ki Manta Nahin (1991), in which he cast Pooja Bhatt with actor Aamir Khan. He next directed 'Sadak', which was also a hit. 'Zakhm' is also one of his remarkable projects. It is a semi-autobiographical film that explores the complexities of religious identity and familial bonds. Starring Ajay Devgn and Pooja Bhatt, the film beautifully captures the struggles of a son dealing with his mother's turbulent past. Bhatt's nuanced direction and the film's haunting music make it a poignant watch. During the 1990s, he won critical acclaim for 'Sir', along with other hits such as 'Gumraah' and Criminal . In 1994, he won the National Film Award - Special Jury Award for directing Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke. (With inputs from ANI)
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