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Celebs attend festivities at Shilpa Shetty-Raj Kundra's Ganpati celebrations

Shilpa Shetty on Saturday welcomed Lord Ganesha into her home, to mark the special occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi. Taking to her Instagram account, Shilpa shared an adorable video, showing her performing the Aarti with her husband, Raj Kundra, and their daughter, Samisha, as they celebrated the arrival of Ganpati Bappa.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty) Many celebrities were seen arriving at Shilpa's residence to join in the celebrations on Saturday morning. Actor Ayushmann Khurrana and his wife, Tahira Kashyap, were spotted making their way to participate in the celebrations.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Tushar Kapoor, dressed in a yellow and white kurta pyjama, was also seen arriving to take part in the celebrations. The newlywed couple, Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani, who also welcomed Lord Ganesha at their home, visited Shilpa's house to extend their festive greetings. Shilpa's sister, actress Shamita Shetty, was also seen outside the residence, joining her family in celebrating the joyful occasion. Ganesh Chaturthi, a vibrant ten-day festival, commenced today and will continue until 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. Across Maharashtra and beyond, preparations for Ganesh Chaturthi were in full swing. Devotees welcomed Ganesh idols into their homes, offered prayers, and visited the colourful pandals. The streets were filled with the sounds of devotion and joy, as people came together to celebrate the festival with enthusiasm and heart. The colourful decorations, lively chants, and the fragrance of sweets added to the festive spirit that could be felt everywhere.

08 September,2024 07:47 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI
Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor (PC/ogen Shah)

Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan at Ganesh Chaturthi celebration at Ambanis

Bollywood is celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi with great enthusiasm, and Bollywood's royal couple, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan, have also joined in the festivities. The couple was spotted arriving at the Ambani family's grand Ganpati puja at their lavish home, Antilia, turning heads with their stunning attire. Kareena looked stunning in a bright red salwar suit, accessorized with heavy earrings. Saif coordinated perfectly in a dark red silk kurta, white dhoti, and traditional mojris. The couple were all smiles as they posed for the paparazzi at the Ambani residence.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) The Ambani family is celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi with extra joy this year, as it is Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's first festival together as a married couple. At their grand residence, Antilia, the family is hosting a large pooja, continuing their tradition of celebrating the festival in style. The celebrations are even more special this year as the Ambani family welcomes the festival with their newly extended family. Ganesh Chaturthi, a 10-day festival, that commenced today (September 7) and will continue until Anantha Chaturdashi. This festival, also known as Vinayak Chaturthi or Vinayak Chavithi. During Ganesh Chaturthi Lord Ganesha is worshipped as the god of new beginnings and the remover of obstacles. Devotees across India and abroad celebrated Lord Ganesha's wisdom and intelligence. Devotees welcomed Ganesh idols into their homes, offered prayers, and visited the colourful pandals. The streets were filled with the sounds of devotion and joy, as people came together to celebrate the festival with enthusiasm and heart. The colorful decorations, lively chants, and the fragrance of sweets added to the festive spirit that could be felt everywhere. 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

08 September,2024 07:31 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI
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Is C-section or induction planned for Deepika Padukone?

Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone was spotted at a hospital in the Girgaon area of Mumbai on Saturday. The actress has been reportedly admitted to the hospital for the delivery of her and her actor husband Ranveer Singh’s first child.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) On Friday, the actress, her husband and their families paid a visit to the Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai. With Ganeshotsav starting from Saturday, the actress is set to deliver the baby on Saturday in all likelihood on the auspicious day. Deepika and Ranveer announced her pregnancy in February 2024. As per media reports, the actress was said to be in her second trimester in February. The couple shared a post announcing their pregnancy. The post read, "September 2024”. with cute motifs of baby clothes, baby shoes and balloons. While Deepika was reportedly set to deliver her baby in the last week of September, it looks like the families have planned to welcome the baby by C-section on Saturday. The actress is currently admitted at the H. N. Reliance Hospital. Earlier, Deepika visited the Siddhivinayak Temple along with her family. Expectant celebrity mothers often visit the Siddhivinayak Temple to seek blessings for their babies. For the occasion, Deepika was dressed in a teal Benarasi saree, as she walked ahead of Ranveer, who was dressed in a beige kurta set. 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, and five years later on Koffee With Karan, fans got to see their stunning wedding video. Meanwhile, on the work front, both the husband and the 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. 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

08 September,2024 07:18 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Salman Khan

Salman Khan arrives in style at Ambani's Ganesh Chaturthi celebration

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan arrived at Ambani family's grand residence, Antilia, to join the Ganesh Chaturthi festivities. The actor made a stylish appearance in a dapper brown shirt. The actor also posed for photographers stationed at the residence.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani)           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Earlier, Kareena Kapoor Khan and her husband, actor Saif Ali Khan, were seen arriving at Antilia, making the star-studded event even more special. The couple was spotted arriving at the Ambani family's grand Ganpati puja at their lavish home, Antilia, turning heads with their stunning attire. Kareena looked stunning in a bright red salwar suit, accessorized with heavy earrings. Saif coordinated perfectly in a dark red silk kurta, white dhoti, and traditional mojris. The couple were all smiles as they posed for the paparazzi at the Ambani residence. The Ambani family is celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi with extra joy this year, as it is Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's first festival together as a married couple. At their grand residence, Antilia, the family is hosting a large pooja, continuing their tradition of celebrating the festival in style. The celebrations are even more special this year as the Ambani family welcomes the festival with their newly extended family. Ganesh Chaturthi, a 10-day festival, that commenced today (September 7) and will continue until Anantha Chaturdashi. This festival, is also known as Vinayak Chaturthi or Vinayak Chavithi. During Ganesh Chaturthi Lord Ganesha is worshipped as the god of new beginnings and the remover of obstacles. Devotees across India and abroad celebrated Lord Ganesha's wisdom and intelligence. Devotees welcomed Ganesh idols into their homes, offered prayers, and visited the colourful pandals. The streets were filled with the sounds of devotion and joy, as people came together to celebrate the festival with enthusiasm and heart. The colorful decorations, lively chants, and the fragrance of sweets added to the festive spirit that could be felt everywhere. 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

08 September,2024 07:05 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI
Shah Rukh Khan

Shah Rukh Khan wishes everyone a modak-fiilled Ganesh Chaturthi, check it out!

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 correspondent
Deepika Padukone & Ranveer Singh

Baby Padukone-Singh is coming soon! Deepika and Ranveer head to hospital

Bollywood 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 correspondent
Ishaan Khatter

Netizens love Ishan Khatter in The Perfect Couple

Ishaan 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 correspondent
Ganesh Chaturthi 2024

PICS: Tusshar Kapoor and Sonu Sood bring home Bappa on Ganesh Chaturthi

The 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 correspondent
Kartik Aaryan (Pic/Yogen Shah)

Kartik Aaryan visits Lalbaugcha Raja to seek blessings on Ganesh Chaturthi

On 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 correspondent
Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput

Shahid Kapoor's 'lucky charm' Mira Rajput celebrates her birthday

Bollywood 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 correspondent
Ishaan Khatter and Katrina Kaif

Katrina Kaif: Ishaan Khatter is 'too good' in The Perfect Couple

Katrina 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 correspondent
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