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Did Sunny Deol inspire Randeep Hooda to hit the gym during his school days?
Actor Randeep Hooda shared how Sunny Deol played a key role in shaping his early fitness journey. Reminiscing about his school days, he revealed that he and his friends drew motivation from Sunny’s iconic posters, which pushed them to hit the gym and build strength. The 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar' actor recalled adorning hostel cupboards with Sunny's posters, which sparked in him the passion to start lifting weights and doing push-ups — a habit that stayed with him for life. Randeep, who is working with Deol in the upcoming thriller “Jaat,” expressed, “I have always been a huge fan of Sunny Deol. Growing up, we admired his powerful screen presence, his intensity, and his physique. I still remember us having his posters in our school hostel cupboards, looking at them and getting inspired to lift weights and doing push-ups.” “When I was offered the role, what convinced me the most was that I was playing this ultra macho action star opposite a legend like Sunny sir, to match his energy and intensity on screen—it’s an actor’s dream. He is a powerhouse, and sharing this space with him is both a challenge and an honor,” Randeep added. Earlier, in a statement, Sunny Deol revealed the journey of “Jaat” had begun during “Gadar 2.” The ‘Ghayal’ actor stated, “We all were very excited about it, we were about to start a beautiful film, and after following many directors, Gopi agreed to do the film. We met in Goa, and he said he would direct the film and had another story to narrate. He narrated to me the story of "Sorry Bol" (laughs). And with 'sorry, sorry, sorry,' he pulled me into the entire film and story, and this is how we made 'Jaat.'” “Jaat,” directed by Gopichand Malineni, will see Sunny in the titular role, while Hooda plays a menacing villain. The action thriller marks the first on-screen collaboration between Deol and Hooda. The film boasts a strong ensemble cast, including Vineet Kumar Singh, Saiyami Kher, and Regina Cassandra in pivotal roles. “Jaat” is set to hit theatres on April 10. 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
28 March,2025 11:30 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Sussanne wishes son Hrehaan’s Birthday with a photo featuring Hrithik Roshan
Sussanne Khan took to social media to share a heartfelt birthday wish for her son, Hrehaan Roshan, and what caught everyone’s attention was a warm family picture featuring her ex-husband, Hrithik Roshan. Sussanne and Hrithik may have parted ways, but they continue to set parenting goals. On their son Hrehaan's birthday, Sussanne treated fans to a lovely family picture featuring the superstar dad and herself. On Friday, Sussanne took to her Instagram handle and shared a couple of her photos with her son, Hrehaan. The photo series offers a glimpse into Hrehaan's candid moments during several family get-togethers. One of the images shows Sussanne and Hrithik posing together with their son, Hrehaan. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sussanne Khan (@suzkr) Alongside it, the proud mommy penned a heartwarming note expressing her unconditional love and admiration. Calling him her "Raystar", she reflected on how his arrival in her life made her stronger and more empowered. Sussanne described Hrehaan as her "world", praising his resilient soul, strong mind, and kind heart. She also called him her "SonShine", "best friend", and "truth mirror", expressing how proud she is to be his mother. Sussanne wrote, “Happppy Happppiestttttt birthday my Raystar… the minute you came into my life you empowered me to be my strongest self.. you are my WORLD… your soul your heart your mind… is the most resilient strong soul and your journey towards all that you do will light up everything and everyone around you.. that is your super power…I love you my SonShine… you are the Best friend that I have.. my truth mirror n I am so so proud to be your mama… love you beyond words and expression.” Hrithik Roshan and Sussanne Khan, who tied the knot in 2000, decided to part ways in 2014. Despite their separation, the duo has maintained a strong friendship and continues to co-parent their sons, Hrehaan and Hridaan, with love and understanding. Currently, Hrithik is in a relationship with actress and musician Saba Azad, while Sussanne is dating actor Arslan Goni. 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
28 March,2025 11:16 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Emraan Hashmi stuns with fierce new look from Ground Zero
Bollywood star Emraan Hashmi is leaving no chance to excite his fans with back-to-back updates regarding his upcoming acting projects. On Thursday, he shared new character posters from his film 'Ground Zero'. The first poster shows Emraan Hashmi standing with a gun. While unveiling the poster, Emraan also shared that the fim's teaser will be out on Friday. Inspired by one of the Border Security Force's (BSF) most remarkable operations in the last 50 years, Ground Zero sees Emraan Hashmi step into the role of BSF Deputy Commandant Narendra Nath Dubey, leading a high-stakes, two-year investigation into a critical national security threat, as per a press note. More details regarding the project are yet to be disclosed. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Emraan Hashmi (@therealemraan) Produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar, the film is directed by Tejas Deoskar. It is co-produced by Kassim Jagmagia, Vishal Ramchandani, Sundeep C Sidhwani, Arhan Bagati, Talisman Films, Abhishek Kumar, and Nishikant Roy. The film will hit the theatres on April 25, 2025. In the coming months, Emraan will also be seen headlining 'Awarapan 2'. 'Awarapan 2' promises to be an intense action drama, picking up where Shivam Pandit's story left off. The film starred Emraan in the lead role of Shivam Pandit. 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
28 March,2025 11:06 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI
Here’s why Aamir Khan thinks Salman Khan can’t resist breaking ribs
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan made a lighthearted remark about his longtime friend and fellow actor Salman Khan, joking that Salman has a habit of "breaking ribs." The two megastars joined director A.R. Murugadoss for a special Q&A session. Their engaging conversation, now officially released, provides deeper insights into their experiences, collaborations, and behind-the-scenes moments. In the video titled “Sikandar Meets Ghajini, “Aamir playfully asked Murugadoss, "Between Salman and me, who is the real Sikandar and who is the better dancer?" To this, the director jokingly replied, "Salman breaks his ribs. Aamir quickly added, "Sir, not just his own ribs, he breaks other people’s ribs too! But I’m asking—who is the better dancer?" Aamir then declared Salman the real Sikandar. The 'PK' actor then tells the filmmaker, Salman is the real Sikandar; he is the better dancer, now tell who’s better in action. In response, Salman humorously countered, "Who is the better actor? Who works harder? Who is more sincere"? To this, Aamir laughed and said, “All the boring things. No actor, also Salman is better.” Their fun-filled banter delighted fans, showcasing the playful camaraderie between the two Bollywood icons. Notably, Salman and Aamir have shared a strong bond over the years, ever since they starred together in the cult classic “Andaz Apna Apna.” Their mutual admiration extends beyond the screen, as they frequently support each other’s projects. This camaraderie is once again on display during the promotions of Salman’s upcoming film, “Sikandar.” Adding to their longstanding friendship, Salman recently attended the screening of Aamir Khan's son Junaid’s debut film, showing his encouragement for the young actor. Salman Khan is currently gearing up for the release of his much-anticipated film “Sikandar,” where he will be sharing screen space with Rashmika Mandanna for the first time. Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, “Sikandar” is set to release in theatres on March 30, 2025. 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
28 March,2025 11:04 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Celina Jaitly Throws a Fabulous 13th Birthday Bash for Twins Winston and Viraaj
Celina Jaitly is celebrating the birthday of her “first set of twins” Winston and Viraaj as they turned 13. The actress and former beauty queen said they marked a beautiful milestone as they stepped into their teenage years. Celina took to her Instagram, where she shared two pictures. The first featured her posing with the birthday boys and her third son Arthur. The second picture had her three boys smiling at the camera lens. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Celina Jaitly (@celinajaitlyofficial) For the caption, she said: “#13thbirthday Our first set of #twin babies are growing up! 24th March marked a beautiful milestone as they stepped into their teenage years. Please keep them in your duas and bless them with love, health, happiness, and endless success. May God guide and protect them always.” “Sending all my gratitude to family and friends for their love and prayers on this special day! As Winston & Viraaj turned 13... Baby number 3 Arthur officiated as chief party planner and ate almost all of the cake ... besides that everything went smoothly....” The 43-year-old actress married Austrian entrepreneur and hotelier Peter Haag in 2011. They became parents to twin boys born in March 2012. She gave birth to a second set of twin boys in 2017, in which one boy died due to a heart defect. On the work front, Celina made her film debut with Feroz Khan's 2003 film ‘Janasheen’, a romantic action thriller film. It was partly shot in Afghanistan. Before her acting debut in 2003, won the title of Femina Miss India 2001 and became 4th runner-up at Miss Universe 2001. She is known for her stint in the movies like ‘No Entry,’ ‘Apna Sapna Money Money,’ ‘Golmaal Returns’ and ‘Thank You.’ She was last seen on screen in 2011 in the Kannada romance drama film “Shrimathi”, which was directed by Ravi Kumar. The film was a remake of 2004 Bollywood film Aitraaz, which in turn, is loosely based on the film Disclosure. 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
28 March,2025 10:59 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Rashmika Mandanna brings back nostalgia of Salman Khan’s early industry days
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, has heaped praise on his ‘Sikandar’ co-star Rashmika Mandanna for her work ethics and dedication. Salman recently spoke with fellow superstar Aamir Khan, and the director of ‘Sikandar’, A.R. Murugadoss in a special video. A.R. Murugadoss was the connecting link in the conversation as he has worked with both Salman in ‘Sikandar’, and with Aamir in ‘Ghajini’. During the conversation, the subject of the female lead of ‘Sikandar’ came up. Aamir, who often forgets people’s names, asked Salman about the female lead to which Salman said, “Rashmika Mandanna, she is very hard working. I remember in Hyderabad, she was shooting with us from 7:00 pm to 6:00 am. And she used to get ready for, I think ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’ she was shooting at that time, and she had a fever also. She used to shoot all day for ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’. And she used to come back and shoot with us”. He further mentioned, “So, the only time that she used to get was the driving time in the car from one location to another. That reminded me of my early days in the industry. We have all done it, two shifts or three shifts”. Meanwhile, Salman earlier also shared that he is joining the forces once again with director Sooraj Barjatya. The superstar spoke with the media at a five star property in the Bandra area of Mumbai on Wednesday and revealed that he is collaborating with the director, and once Sooraj wraps up the film he is working on, the two will embark on the journey for the upcoming film. Salman, however, refrained from divulging the title of the movie which is in the pipeline. The news comes as a pleasant surprise for a generation that has grown up on 'Maine Pyar Kiya' and 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!'. While 'Maine Pyar Kiya', which marked Salman's debut, propelled Salman to stardom, 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!' made him the favourite of the family audience. It's also perhaps the only movie in Hindi cinema, which doesn't have an antagonist, and the conflict arises in the last 30 minutes of the film. Nevertheless, 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!' became the highest grossing movie, and has cultivated a strong following of family audiences as it hooks the audience during its broadcast even 30 years after its release. 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
28 March,2025 10:54 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Karisma Kapoor turns heads in a stunning monochrome belted sari at Lakme Fashion
Bollywood actor Karisma Kapoor stole the show as she turned showstopper for Satya Paul at Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI on Thursday. She looked ethereal in a monochrome belted sari. The 'Raja Hindustani' actress confidently walked the ramp as a showstopper at this fashion celebration in Mumbai. While speaking to the media, she said, "I love Satya Paul's work....aap sabko pata hai mujhe sari bahut pasand hai, black and white bahut pasand hai..(I like sari and black and white colour). So, I am very happy. This outfit is bold and speaks of today's woman..." Lakme Salon x Satya Paul presented Alchemy at Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI. Lakme Fashion Week and FDCI posted about the collection on their official Instagram handle. While sharing the snap of Karisma, they explained the Satya Pail collection and its importance for women in the caption section of the post. "This collection from Satya Paul, in collaboration with Lakme Salon, celebrates transformation with silhouettes that elevate everyday dressing. Designed for the woman on the go, the collection features flowing kaftans, delicate dresses, and vibrant tunics, all exuding effortless elegance and capturing the spirit of a Roman holiday. Complementing these ensembles, Satya Paul's signature handbags--leather-bound, instantly recognizable, and spacious enough to pack a friend--add a vivacious burst of colour to every journey." They continued, "Crafted in luxurious blends of linen, crepe, satin, organza, and chiffon, these pieces are both sun and skin-friendly. Select styles are delicately embroidered with glass bugles, beads, and sequins, reflecting light like drops of dew. Creative directors David Abraham, Kevin Nigli, and Rakesh Thakore draw inspiration from mid-century American modernists Ellsworth Kelly and Henri Matisse, infusing the collection with bold patterns and artistic expression." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lakmē Fashion Week (@lakmefashionwk) "Completing the transformation, Lakme Salon's runway looks take cues from the ever-changing hues of a perfect day. With shades inspired by dusk, moonlight, twilight, sunset, and sunshine, Lakme introduces a world of possibilities for those who love to switch up their hair from day to night," it concluded. Lakme Salon x Satya Paul presented the Alchemy show, which took place at the Jio World Convention Centre. 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
28 March,2025 10:36 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI
Shreyas Talpade has been named in a fraud case related to a multi-crore scam
A major fraud case has been registered against 15 individuals, including Bollywood actor Shreyas Talpade, for allegedly duping people out of crores under the guise of a chit fund scheme. According to reports, the accused were running a company named ‘The Loni Urban Multistate Credit and Thrift Cooperative Society Limited,’ which promised villagers lucrative returns on their investments. Agents of the company allegedly lured hundreds of people by assuring them that their money would double in a short span. However, after collecting crores from unsuspecting villagers, the company reportedly shut down operations and fled the district. The fraudulent scheme had been operational in Mahoba for the past ten years before coming under legal scrutiny. Authorities have registered a case at the Srinagar police station, and an investigation is underway to uncover the full extent of the scam. Further action will be taken based on the findings of the probe. This is not the first time Shreyas Talpade has been accused of fraud. Last month, an FIR was registered against him and actor Alok Nath in Uttar Pradesh for allegedly duping investors of over Rs. 9 crores. Alok Nath and Shreyas Talpade, along with five members of a credit cooperative society, were booked in a fraud case at Gomti Nagar Police Station in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Previously, they, along with 11 others, were implicated in a similar case in Sonipat, Haryana, connected to a multi-level marketing fraud. The controversy centers around a cooperative society that had been soliciting investments for six years, assuring high returns. Reports suggest that Alok Nath and Shreyas Talpade had promoted the investment schemes of the society, lending credibility to the fraudulent operation. Meanwhile, on the work front, Shreyas will next be seen in the upcoming comedy, "Housefull 5." The film stars an ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Bobby Deol, Fardeen Khan, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Dino Morea, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Chitrangada Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Soundarya Sharma, and Chunky Pandey. 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
28 March,2025 10:34 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Sara Ali Khan confesses feeling jealous of Alia Bhatt; Siddhant on Dhadak 2
Jealousy in tinseltown Bollywood’s sweethearts aren’t always as sweet as they seem, but at least they speak their mind! Sara Ali Khan has made a shocking confession—she’s green with envy over Alia Bhatt’s staggering success. Speaking candidly at an event in New Delhi, Sara revealed she felt “utterly jealous” when Alia swooped the National Award and started a family. “I de-humanised her,” Sara admitted. “When Alia got the National Award, I was like, ‘God she got it, she has a kid also, her life is set,’” Sara said. Sara’s honesty has raised eyebrows, but she’s adamant that recognising the hard work behind others’ achievements is crucial. On the work front, Alia is shooting for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War and Sara is awaiting the release of Metro... In Dino. Going desi Poster of Dhadak 2 Siddhant Chaturvedi has revealed that Triptii Dimri and his upcoming film, Dhadak 2, allowed him to explore his roots. Speaking at an event, Siddhant said, “We have made a really strong and rooted film. Usually, I have been approached for urban roles, but I come from Ballia, a small town in UP, and this is my first time exploring such a genre.” The film, a spiritual sequel to Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter’s Dhadak (2018), is directed by Shazia Iqbal. It is an official remake of the Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal (2018), exploring a tragic love story entwined with the complexities of caste. The movie was supposed to release in November last year, but stands delayed. Copying Pushpa Raj? Ram Charan in Peddi Ram Charan’s next, the working title of which was RC16, has received an official title. The film, also starring Janhvi Kapoor, is called Peddi. On Ram’s 40th birthday, on Thursday, the makers dropped the first look posters, featuring Ram in a rugged appearance. It has reminded fans of Allu Arjun’s look from the Pushpa franchise. In the poster, Ram is seen sporting a beard and long hair. The film is helmed by Buchi Babu Sana. It was earlier scheduled to release this month, but will now reportedly come in cinemas in March next year. Making remakes John Abraham After an impressive feat with The Diplomat, John Abraham seems to be already preparing for his next! Rumours are that the actor is set to star in and produce the Bollywood remake of Biju Menon and Prithviraj Sukumaran’s Malayalam blockbuster Ayyappanum Koshiyum (2020). Reports suggest that John has collaborated with Paatal Lok director Prosit Roy, who is apparently “refining the script to capture the essence of the original.” John, in this two-hero film, will reportedly play an “upright police officer”. The movie will mark the filmmaker’s first theatrical release since Pari (2018). We have heard that the casting for the parallel lead is underway, with shooting expected to commence in the last quarter of this year. It will be ready for a theatrical release next year.
28 March,2025 07:28 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist Team
THIS actress is set to replace Sreeleela in Kartik Aaryan's Pati Patni Aur Woh 2
Since last year, rumours were rife that Sreeleela, who has worked in Telugu and Kannada films so far, was the top contender to complete the love triangle in Kartik Aaryan and Bhumi Pednekar’s Pati Patni Aur Woh 2. It would mark her second project with Aaryan after her maiden Hindi film, Anurag Basu’s yet-untitled love story that is currently being shot in Siliguri. But trade sources reveal that director Mudassar Aziz and the makers are now keen to rope in Rasha Thadani for the comedy. Insiders suggest that the Pati Patni Aur Woh 2 makers want a fresh pairing. That has made them consider Thadani, who forayed in the movies with Azaad this January and caught the audience’s attention with her track, Uyi amma, despite the film’s poor performance. “Sreeleela and Kartik are already working together in Anurag’s film. The team of Pati Patni Aur Woh 2 feels a new jodi will attract attention. The final decision rests with Mudassar. He will take a call after conducting look tests,” reveals a source. Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019) starred Ananya Panday alongside Aaryan and Pednekar. The sequel is expected to roll after the leading man wraps up Basu’s love story.
28 March,2025 07:16 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar Basu
Salman Khan BREAKS SILENCE on receiving death threats: ‘Jitni umar likhi hai...'
Three days before Sikandar’s release, the Salman Khan we meet is the same we’ve met all these years—soft-spoken, generous with his smile, and livening up conversations with his deadpan humour. On the surface, there is almost no sign of the turbulent 2024 that he has had. Except the heightened security around. When the superstar sits down with a group of media-persons, Sikandar is the first thing we talk about. Director AR Murugadoss, like his previous Bollywood hits Ghajini (2008) and Holiday (2015), has designed it as an actioner. “Till emotion is not attached to the action, it has no meaning. Otherwise, you can shoot fight scenes with a bunch of fighters. In Akshay [Kumar] and Aamir’s [Khan] films, the action was superb, as it is here too,” states Khan. The trade is hopeful that his maiden offering with Murugadoss will give the box-office that elusive blockbuster. But Khan jokes that this collaboration had an odd detractor in Ghajini actor Pradeep Rawat. “I’ve done five to six films with Pradeep. He had remarked once, ‘Murugadoss is so disciplined and sincere. How will Salman work with him? Salman gets angry easily.’ When I meet Pradeep, I’ll ask him, ‘Bhai, when did I get angry with you?’” he laughs. A still from Sikandar Sikandar marks the actor’s return to the big screen after over a year. Much has happened in the interim. Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi issued fresh death threats to him after claiming responsibility for NCP leader Baba Siddique’s murder last October. Have the threats made him fearful? Khan points his finger upwards and says, “God is there. Jitni umar likhi hai, utni likhi hai. Sometimes, when you have to walk with so many people around, [it becomes] a problem.” Lately, his fans were concerned over his health after they felt he looked tired in some pictures. Considering his physique has been an aspiration for generations of men, we ask him how his body has evolved with age. “Every bone has been broken, every ligament has been torn; back then, we wouldn’t even get rest. After you hit a certain age, it troubles you. There are no body shots in this film; if there were, I would’ve got that body in 15 days. You should be healthy. When it comes to me, I don’t get lean, I get six-pack abs.” Rs 4 crEstimated advance booking collection of Sikandar so far
28 March,2025 07:10 AM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka Sharma