Parineeti Chopra's love for singing is well-known, and she often shares her singing sessions with fans. The actress recently gave fans another treat by sharing behind-the-scenes (BTS) pictures and videos from one of her "studio days" on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @parineetichopra In the pictures, Parineeti is seen with a cup of coffee in hand, smiling in a selfie. But the real highlight was a video, where she is seen singing the popular song "Mein Pareshaan" from her debut film 'Ishaqzaade', which also starred Arjun Kapoor. Parineeti captioned the post with "Studio day! My favourite," giving fans a glimpse into how much she enjoys singing and spending time in the studio. Talking about Parineeti's work front, she was seen in 'Amar Singh Chamkila', in which she shared screen space with Diljit Dosanjh. Imtiaz Ali helmed the film. 'Amar Singh Chamkila' presents the untold true story of Punjab's original rockstar of the masses, who emerged from the shadows of poverty and rose to the heights of popularity in the eighties due to the sheer power of his music, angering many along the way, which led to his assassination at the young age of 27. Diljit portrays 'Chamkila,' the top-selling artist of his era. Parineeti essays the role of Amar Singh Chamkila's wife, Amarjot Kaur. 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
17 November,2024 08:54 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIKajol is yet again showing off her impeccable fashion sense, and fans are taking notice. The actress on Saturday took to her Instagram account to share a stunning "outfit of the day" (OOTD). Kajol posted a series of pictures where the 'Do Patti' actress showed off a chic and unique pantsuit. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol) The pantsuit featured a sharp, structured blazer with shoulder pads and full sleeves, giving off major boss vibes. Kajol paired it with a shimmering top that perfectly complemented the look. To finish off her ensemble, she paired the top with matching flared trousers. Kajol added a simple caption that read, "Here's to stealing moments and making them count." Check out her post Kajol is receiving praise for her performance in 'Do Patti'. The film is directed by debutant Shashanka Chaturvedi and written by Kanika Dhillon. The film is set in the fictional town of Devipur, Uttarakhand, where Kajol, who plays a fierce cop, is on a mission to uncover the truth in an attempted murder case. Kriti Sanon takes on a double role for the very first time, portraying twin sisters involved in the investigation, each hiding secrets that add to the unfolding drama. The film also stars Shaheer Sheikh, who plays Dhruv Sood, a character caught in a web of love and intrigue. It also marks Kajol's second collaboration with Kriti following their earlier film, Dilwale. 'Do Patti' is produced by Kanika Dhillon and Kriti Sanon. 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
17 November,2024 08:45 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIActress Manushi Chhillar, who was last seen in ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’, has shared her checklist for the week. On Saturday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared several pictures of herself going about her routine, and enjoying life. In the pictures, she can be seen inside a gym doing pilates, getting decked-up during her make-up session, enjoying a few drinks, and posing next to a punching bag. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manushi Chhillar (@manushi_chhillar) She wrote in the caption, “My week checklist, work and travel, exercise, glam, catching up with friends, finishing my painting, revisiting childhood memories in Delhi”. Earlier, the actress credited her father and doctor Mitra Basu Chhillar for his dedication that inspired her to dream of being a “clinician” when she was younger. She re-shared a post by her father, who was in a conversation with actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu for her podcast. Sharing a glimpse of the chat, Manushi wrote a note for her dad, which read, “@dr_mitra_basu_chhillar, he’s always been more than just a doctor to me. Watching my dad pour his heart into helping others live healthier lives, day in and day out, shows me what passion truly looks like”. “It’s his dedication that inspired me to dream of being a clinician when I was younger, and even now, his relentless commitment reminds me that age is no limit when you’re following your purpose”, she added. Meanwhile, on the work front, the actress will next be seen in the action thriller ‘Tehran’ opposite John Abraham. Directed by Arun Gopalan, the film is claimed to be based on true events. 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
17 November,2024 08:40 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS'Hera Pheri' and 'Phir Hera Pheri' hold a special place in Bollywood as timeless comedy classics. Known for their hilarious dialogues and the unbeatable chemistry between Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal, the films have a massive fan base. At the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, Akshay Kumar finally gave fans an update on 'Hera Pheri 3.' He said, "We're just making Welcome at the moment, and as soon as producer's ki hera pheri khatam ho jaye, woh phir hera pheri shuru kar denge! Just joking." "I think by next year we'll start it," he added. Earlier this month, fans were thrilled when Akshay, Suniel, and Paresh were spotted together at the Mumbai airport. The 'Hera Pheri' trio, who played Raju, Shyam, and Baburao in the series, were seen smiling and waving at papparazi. The videos quickly went viral sparking excitement among fans, who have long hoped to see them reunited on screen for another installment of the 'Hera Pheri' series. Directed by Priyadarshan, 'Hera Pheri' was released in 2000. It featured Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal and Tabu in the lead roles. The second part, which came out in 2006, was directed by late Neeraj Vora. It featured Akshay, Paresh, Suniel, Bipasha Basu, Rajpal Yadav and Rimi Sen in the lead roles. Meanwhile, on the acting front, Akshay is currently seen in 'Singham Again', which hit the theatres this Diwali. The cast includes Ajay Devgn, Ranveer Singh, Tiger Shroff, Deepika Padukone and Kareena Kapoor Khan. The cop drama is directed by Rohit Shetty and also stars Arjun Kapoor and Jackie Shroff. 'Singham' was released in 2011, starring Kajal Aggarwal and Prakash Raj in lead roles, followed by 'Singham Returns' in 2014. Both projects were seen as Box Office hits. 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
17 November,2024 08:29 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIIt's actor Aditya Roy Kapur's birthday today and his fans and friends from the film industry are making sure to make him feel special with their special wishes. Parineeti Chopra, who worked with Aditya in the film 'Daawat-e-Ishq', took to Instagram and penned a sweet birthday message for her "dearest" Aditya. "Dearest of alll, Happy bdayy! (heart emoji) @adityaroykapur," she wrote. Parineeti also shared a throwback picture of her and Aditya from the sets of Koffee With Karan. Aditya also received a heartfelt wish from Rakul Preet Singh. "Happy Birthday, Adi! May the year to come be full of exciting achievements and moments of pure joy, and may you always be your amazing self. Lots of love, and have the best day," she posted. Meanwhile, on the work front, Aditya has started shooting for the project in Mumbai.Raj and DK are creating the project. Rahi Anil Barve of Tumbbad fame has come on board as the director of the series.The Netflix series promises a thrilling and edgy narrative set in a fantastical kingdom, with intense action and stunning visuals. Raj & DK said it is uncharted territory which makes it all the more thrilling for them."Our goal is to develop a fictional world that is both original and reminiscent of the fantastical tales we have heard in our childhood. We are having an amazing time working with the very talented Rahi and our uber-versatile partner Sita to bring this unique vision to life." Monika Shergill, Vice-President Content Netflix India said, "'Rakt Bramhand - The Bloody Kingdom' will be their first mega action-fantasy series "and is set to redefine the genre by combining grand-scale action with a thrilling storyline". The official announcement regarding the cast of 'Rakt Bramhand - The Bloody Kingdom' is still awaited. In the coming months, Aditya will also be seen sharing screen space with Sara Ali Khan in 'Metro In Dino'. Helmed by Anurag Basu, the anthology film also stars Ali Fazal, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, Pankaj Tripathi, and Konkona Sen Sharma in lead roles.'Metro...In Dino' marks Aditya and Basu's second collaboration. The duo first worked together in 'Ludo'.'Metro In Dino,' a film that apparently draws its title from the popular song 'In Dino' from 'Life in a... Metro', will showcase bittersweet tales of human relationships based in contemporary times. Sharing more details about the film, Basu, in a press note shared by the film's team, had earlier said, "Metro In Dino is a tale of the people and for the people! It has been a while since I am working on this one and I am glad to be collaborating with a powerhouse like Bhushan Kumar yet again who has always been like a pillar to me!" "The storyline is very fresh and relevant as I look forward to collaborating with amazing artists who bring that essence of contemporary aura with them. As music plays a very important role in any film, I couldn't be happier to be collaborating with my dear friend Pritam who has literally added life to the characters and story with his work," he added. Basu is known for his films like 'Barfi', 'Life In a Metro', 'Ludo', and 'Jagga Jasoos'. 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
17 November,2024 08:24 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIActress Sushmita Sen, who was last seen in the streaming crime-thriller series ‘Aarya’ season 3, believes in putting intentions to action. On Saturday, the actress took to her Instagram and shared a note. She wrote, “An inch of movement is better than a mile of intentions”. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sushmita Sen (@sushmitasen47) She also penned a note in the caption, as she called intention, a “powerful” too but she stressed on the importance of putting the intentions into movement. She wrote, “It’s amazing just HOW simple, the journey to achieving anything can be. Intention is a powerful tool, it helps with direction…but without movement, it’s a wasted tool. Move & claim your Inch now. ‘Inch by inch we cover the mile’ #move #littlesteps #giantleaps #hardwork #paitence #dreamsinaction #keepgoing #yougotthis #gentlereminder I LOVE YOU GUYS!! #happyweekend #duggadugga”. Earlier, the actress visited a dentist to treat her toothache. As she was clicked outside the dentist’s clinic, interacted with the paparazzi stationed outside the clinic, it was apparent that she had been injected with a heavy dose of local anaesthesia, as her speech was slurred. Despite being in pain, the actress greeted the paparazzi with her signature warmth and compassion. Meanwhile, on the work front, Sushmita was last seen in the International Emmy nominated series ‘Aarya’ in which she essays the titular role. She was also seen in the streaming biographical drama ‘Taali: Bajaungi Nahi, Bajwaungi’ in which she essayed the role of the transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant. The series, directed by Ravi Jadhav, covers the key moments in the life and struggle of Mumbai-based transgender activist Gauri Sawant. 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
17 November,2024 08:22 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSVeteran actor and Shiv Sena leader Govinda cut short his campaign for the MahaYuti in Jalgaon on Saturday owing to health concerns, prompting an emergency helicopter transfer to a hospital in Mumbai for immediate treatment. Initially, Govinda reported mild physical discomfort, but his condition rapidly worsened, and doctors advised an urgent transfer to a major hospital in Mumbai. His family and friends accompanied him during the transfer, and he received initial treatment upon arrival at the hospital. The actor hasn't yet released a statement about his health. Govinda was campaigning for MahaYuti candidates in Jalgaon's Muktainagar, Bodwad, Pachora, and Chopda. He returned to Mumbai after halting the event midway in Pachora. He had been actively participating in a roadshow where he urged citizens to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi by voting for the ruling alliance of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Shiv Sena, and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). As per media reports, the actor experienced chest pain and discomfort in his leg and was rushed back to Mumbai by helicopter. This news comes a few weeks after Govinda accidentally shot himself in the leg while cleaning his gun in early October. The 60-year-old Govinda was injured on October 1 due to a gunshot wound from his own revolver. The incident occurred around 4.45 a.m. when he was cleaning the weapon before putting it away. Suddenly, the revolver slipped from his hand and accidentally discharged a bullet, which hit him in the leg. At the time of the incident, neither his wife nor his daughter were at home, and Govinda was getting ready to leave for an event in Kolkata. As he was taken to the hospital in Andheri, the news of Govinda's injury shocked the entire Bollywood, and many prayed for his recovery. The actor-turned-politician is a former MP and joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena in March this year.
17 November,2024 08:03 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSPlaying Mahatma Gandhi can be both, an opportunity of a lifetime as well as a huge responsibility. Surprisingly though, Freedom at Midnight creator-director Nikkhil Advani had only one demand from actor Chirag Vohra—that he shed weight. “When I met Nikkhil sir, he said, ‘Whether I cast you in the character of Gandhi or not is secondary. The first thing that you need to do is lose 15 kg,’” recounts the actor, who weighed 72 kg at the time. “I told sir, ‘If you cast me in the show, I will do whatever you ask me to do.’” With the aid of a dietician-approved meal plan, Vohra lost 16kg in approximately six months, before he reported to the set in January. While Advani was strict about the actor’s diet, he gave Vohra a free rein when it came to bringing Mahatma alive on screen. The actor, who is joined by Sidhant Gupta and Rajendra Chawla in the period drama that revisits the events leading up to India’s partition and independence in 1947, says the creator had immense faith in him as an artiste and let him do his own homework for the part. “Nikkhil sir worked on the show for four years with his writing team. Before going to the shoot, we actors also prepared a lot. But once we reached the set, sir said, ‘Let’s forget all the preparation. Let’s feel the moment and let the magic happen.’ From that, an artiste’s [instinct] emerges and it always goes in the right direction.”
17 November,2024 07:44 AM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka SharmaFour releases in 2024 have kept Rajkummar Rao busy, but he is in no mood to slow down. Last week, the actor wrapped up the shoot of Maalik in Kanpur. What makes the Pulkit-directed film special for the leading man is that it marks his first out-and-out action entertainer. Rao’s two looks in Maalik—bearded (right) and clean-shaven (left) Exploring a genre for the first time requires intense prep. Sure enough, Rao started prepping for the action fare as soon as he wrapped up the shoot of his last offering, Vicky Aur Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, in April. A source reveals, “Raj rigorously worked out to build a lithe physique. Jigra’s action director Vikram Dahiya was roped in to design the action set-pieces, and helped the leading man in his prep. While the actor has flirted with the genre earlier in Hit: The First Case [2022], this is the first time he will be seen doing action on such a massive scale. The film rolled in Lucknow in the last week of August, and since then, it was a straight three-month schedule as the unit filmed in Lucknow, Benares and Unnao. They shot a grand Diwali celebration scene in Brahmavart Ghat, lighting thousands of diyas. Their last leg was in Kanpur where they shot the protagonist’s wedding sequence, before calling it a wrap three days ago.” Maalik, also starring Manushi Chhillar, marks Rao’s second collaboration with Pulkit. If the actor-director duo’s maiden project was the historical drama, Bose: Dead/Alive (2017), their next outing hails from a different school of cinema. The source elaborates, “It has been designed as a massy offering. Rajkummar sports two looks in the movie—a clean-shaven one, and the other is a rugged, bearded look. His character transforms from a ruffian to a gangster. He has shot several action set-pieces that include using weapons as well as performing hand-to-hand combat.” Bengali superstar Prosenjit plays Rao’s mentor in Maalik.
17 November,2024 07:39 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBRA synergy of ideas can only occur when everyone is in agreement. However, in the case of the Vikrant Massey, Ridhi Dogra, and Raashii Khanna-starrer The Sabarmati Report, the team could not survive the clash of ideas. Producers Ektaa R Kapoor, Amul Mohan, and Anshul Mohan believed the first cut required changes, but director Ranjan Chandel did not share this opinion. So, Dheeraj Sarna, who also served as the dialogue writer, was brought on board. “It was an amicable parting, but I was hoping for an amicable solution,” says Amul. Initially slated for a May release, the film finally hit theatres on November 15. “After screening the first cut, we felt we needed to redo a few things and introduce some key elements. We wanted to enrich what Ranjan sir made. [Despite] the increase in the budget, Ektaa and I were keen to do it. We did try to get Ranjan sir on the same page,” he shares. Amul Mohan and Ranjan Chandel There have been rumours that Chandel left the project due to differences in political opinions for the reshoot, but Amul denies it. “Politics is not the driving force of the film. It is about narratives set by a new medium in India in the 2000s and how they changed the fabric of the nation. We didn’t have to reshoot much—just two to three key scenes driven by drama. Politically driven ideologies were never in contention.” He insists that the story focuses on the death of 59 people on the Sabarmati Express. The makers were acutely aware of the need to be sensitive to people’s sentiments, particularly as the unit included individuals from diverse communities. “We have tried to take everybody together and make this story happen,” says Amul. He adds that the team exercised caution while filming in Ahmedabad’s ghettos, where “anything could spark something in people’s minds. We put fake names of the movie on the clapperboards on the sets so no unnecessary attention was drawn to it,” he explains.
17 November,2024 07:33 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBRCalling him out! South star Nayanthara shocked everyone by calling out actor-producer Dhanush for refusing her an NoC (No Objection Certificate) to use footage from their hit film, Naanum Rowdy Dhaan (2015), for her upcoming Netflix documentary, Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale. The documentary is scheduled for release on her birthday (November 18). Dhanush reportedly sent her a legal notice seeking compensation over the use of a three-second clip without authorisation, demanding R10 crore. In her long letter, she revealed that after two years of battling with the actor for an NoC and awaiting his approval for the documentary release, the team decided to give up, re-edit, and settle for the current version. She wrote, “The vengeance that you have been festering against the film, my partner [Vignesh Shivan] and I, doesn’t just affect us but the people who have given their effort and time towards this project. This is an all-time low from you and speaks so much about your character. I wish you were half the person you portray to be on stage in audio launches in front of your innocent fans, but clearly you do not practise what you preach.” While Dhanush is yet to respond, his female co-stars Shruti Haasan and Nazriya Nazim, have expressed their support for Nayanthara. Working together again After Singham Again, Ajay Devgn has decided to collaborate with Akshay Kumar once more. During an event in the city, Ajay confirmed that he will cast Akshay as the lead in his next directorial venture. While he says it’s too early to share details, the two superstars have had an in-depth discussion. The actors have previously worked together in Suhaag (1994), Khakee (2004), and Insan (2005), among others. Akshay, meanwhile, has confirmed that he will begin work on Hera Pheri 3 next year with Paresh Rawal and Suniel Shetty. Entering the DC world Entering the Marvel Cinematic Universe or DC Comics is every actor’s dream. Now it’s Indian-American actor Poorna Jagannathan’s turn in the world of superheroes. She has joined the cast of HBO’s drama series Lanterns, which is based on DC Comics’ Green Lantern. Poorna, known for her roles in critically acclaimed shows such as The Night Of and Never Have I Ever, will have a recurring role as Zoe, who is effortlessly confident and poised in any setting, even those where she stands out. Lanterns will be an eight-episode series. Action ready! She may not be the first to do an action film, but Sharvari, along with Alia Bhatt, is among the first to have her own action film, Alpha, in YRF’s spyverse. Sharvari plays a super-agent in the Shiv Rawail-directed film. “I love action as a genre, and I binge-watch action movies with my sister. I’ve always dreamed of doing stunts on screen. When Alpha came my way, I jumped at the chance,” says the actor, who put in her all for the role. She adds, “It was fun yet physically demanding. I’m giving it my 200 per cent and hope audiences love me.”
17 November,2024 07:20 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamADVERTISEMENT
