In 1984, the brilliant film-maker Mahesh Bhatt found a ‘miracle’ of an actor in Anupam Kher for his cult classic 'Saaransh', produced by Rajshri Films. Mahesh moulded a young, ambitious and angry actor into a 69 year old grieving father on screen and the rest is history. Anupam Kher never looked back since then and, through his sheer acting prowess, forever wrote his name on the chapters of Indian cinema. With a career spanning four decades and having acted in more than 540 films, Kher is definitely one of the most glorious actors the film industry can ever have. Today, on the release date of 'Vijay 69', Mahesh Bhatt surprised his long time friend Anupam by presenting him with a special 40 year commemorative poster of Saaransh - a film that told the world that here was an actor who would become a legend one day. Mahesh Bhatt also presented Anupam with a letter that read, “Anupam Kher is a miracle—a stubborn flower forcing its way through the cracks in the concrete, right in the heart of this entertainment circus we call an industry … He’s made over 542 films, but the hunger in him is still alive, gnawing at his insides like it did when he first came to me. That fire—it hasn’t dimmed.“ The film-maker added, "40 years later, at 69, Anupam is still running—literally. His new role as a triathlon athlete in 'Vijay 69' couldn’t be more fitting. He’s our industry’s marathon man, pushing himself where others would have hung up their gloves, his journey looping back around to where he began, chasing another impossible dream.” Mahesh further wrote, “Forty years later, I’m proud—proud that he’s never stopped fighting, that he’s never lost that restless spirit that made him who he is. So, here’s to Anupam, still running, still dreaming. He’s shown us all that life doesn’t have a full stop; you just keep running until the lights go out. And what better way to celebrate 40 years than with Vijay 69, a film that matches his relentless stride. Three cheers, Anupam—you’re my legacy.” Anupam Kher shares a post thanking Mahesh Bhatt Anupam posted the Saaransh commemorative poster and the letter written by Mahesh Bhatt for him. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anupam Kher (@anupampkher) 'Vijay 69' starring Anupam Kher, Mihir Ahuja and Chunky Panday released today on Netflix. Anupam Kher's upcoming projects Anupam Kher has a long list of upcoming movies. The skilled actor will be seen in 'Mungilal Rocks', Anurag Basu's 'Metro In Dino', 'The India House' and 'Emergency'.
08 November,2024 07:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentShah Rukh Khan is not only one of the best actors we have in the industry but also one of the smartest when it comes to the marketing game, believes Aryan Khan. Aryan, who has recently launched a luxury brand, D'YAVOL, with his father, posed for the latest collection of his brand on the cover of 'L’Officiel Arabia'. In the interview, Aryan heaps praise on his father and says that "what sets SRK apart from most is his diversification into other fields." Aryan Khan heaps praise on Shah Rukh Khan In conversation, Aryan talks about how Shah Rukh becomes the biggest help whenever he is stuck in any situation. Aryan said, “My father is perhaps one of the smartest marketing minds, apart from being deeply connected to audiences and being a global fashion trendsetter himself. He is also extremely level-headed and always makes us take a step back and look at the bigger picture when we are stuck in the weeds." He further continued, saying, “While being an actor is my father’s primary profession, what I feel sets him apart from most is his diversification into other fields, whether it is sports, VFX, or film and television production. Even though I use the words ‘primary profession’ for his role as an actor, my father would see all his various roles with the same dedication and passion. Giving a hundred percent to everything you do, no matter how big or small, is what my father has imbibed in me. And as an entrepreneur and a fashion innovator, I aspire to be rigorous, meticulous, and extremely detailed about everything." Shah Rukh Khan’s Work Front Coming to Shah Rukh Khan, he will next be seen in 'King' alongside Suhana Khan and Abhishek Bachchan. Rumor has it that Suhana’s second film is inspired by the English-language French production, 'Léon: The Professional' (1994). It has been titled 'King'. The original film revolves around a professional hitman who reluctantly takes in a twelve-year-old after her family is murdered by a corrupt official. The two form an unusual relationship as she becomes his protégé and learns to be like him. Director Sujoy Ghosh is adapting the revenge drama, with Shah Rukh Khan playing a role that was originally essayed by Jean Reno and Suhana stepping into Natalie Portman’s shoes.
08 November,2024 06:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent'Singham Again' and 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' were released in theatres on the occasion of Diwali. Despite a clash, both films saw a dream run at the box office. Now, at the end of week one both films have managed to make an impressive mark at the box office. While Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 stars Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan, Triptii Dimri and Madhuri Dixit, Singham Again boasts of several A-list stars including Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Akshay Kumar, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and others. How much did Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again earn at the box office? While Singham Again stayed ahead of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 in the box office race, the gap between the films wasn't much. While the Rohit Shetty directorial earned Rs 186 cr, Anees Bazmee's film collected Rs 168.86 cr. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh took to X to share a detailed analysis on both films' earnings after week 1. "BhoolBhulaiyaa3 concludes its Week 1 with a solid score... Although the clash has impacted its potential by at least 20%-30%, the total remains excellent, even in the face of stiff competition. Weekend 2 holds the key; the Friday-to-Sunday performance will indicate whether it can reach the ₹ 225 cr mark. #BhoolBhulaiyaa3 [Week 1] Fri 36.60 cr, Sat 38.40 cr, Sun 35.20 cr, Mon 17.80 cr, Tue 15.91 cr, Wed 12.74 cr, Thu 12.21 cr. Total: ₹ 168.86 cr.#India biz | Nett BOC | #Boxoffice" Talking about Singham Again business, Adarsh wrote, "SinghamAgain wraps up its Week 1 with impressive numbers, despite the impact of a major release clash... There's no denying that a solo release could've boosted its total by at least 20%-30%. The Friday-to-Sunday trend in Weekend 2 will be a key indicator, providing an idea of its *lifetime biz*. #SinghamAgain [Week 1] Fri 43.70 cr, Sat 44.50 cr, Sun 36.80 cr, Mon 19.20 cr, Tue 16.50 cr, Wed 14.70 cr, Thu 11.20 cr. Total: ₹ 186.60 cr.#India biz | Nett BOC | #Boxoffice". Singham Again marks Rohit Shetty's 10th 100 cr film Director Rohit Shetty is over-the-moon after his latest film 'Singham Again' becomes his 10th and fastest Rs. 100 crore movie. Rohit took to Instagram, where he shared photographs of the films that have crossed the Rs. 100 crore benchmark, which includes 'Singham Again', 'Sooryavanshi', 'Simmba', 'Golmaal Again', 'Diwale', 'Singham Returns', 'Chennai Express', 'Bol Bachchan', 'Singham' and 'Golmaal 3'. The filmmaker captioned the post, “SINGHAM AGAIN my 10th and fastest 100 cr film. For the past 16 films one thing that has remained constant is your love, thank you for all the support and love, humbled”. 'Singham Again' starring Ajay Devgn on its first four days made Rs. 139.25 crore India net.
08 November,2024 06:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Athiya Shetty and her cricketer husband KL Rahul have announced that they are expecting their first child. The couple who got married in 2023 have shared the happy news on Instagram. While they did not mention the month, Athiya revealed that they will be welcoming their baby next year. Senior actor Suniel Shetty will be becoming a grandfather soon. Soon after she made the announcement, the soon-to-be parents were flooded with wishes. From Sonakshi Sinha, Esha Gupta, Rhea Kapoor, Shanaya Kapoor, Shibani Akhtar and many other congratulated her. Check out their announcement: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Athiya Shetty (@athiyashetty) KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty’s love story The couple made their relationship official on Instagram when they posted their first photo together in December 2019. Apparently, the lovebirds, Athiya Shetty and Rahul had visited Thailand to celebrate New Year. After taking social media by storm with their first photo, the couple went on to make waves as they continued posting cute comments on each other Instagram posts and shared pictures of each other on their birthdays. They tied the knot on January 23, 2023, at Suniel Shetty's farmhouse in Khandala. The duo was in a relationship for three years before they got married. After tying the knot, in a joint post, the couple wrote, "'In your light, I learn how to love...' Today, with our most loved ones, we got married in the home that's given us immense joy and serenity. With a heart full of gratitude and love, we seek your blessings on this journey of togetherness." The wedding was an intimate affair attended by close friends, relatives, and family members. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Athiya Shetty (@athiyashetty) When Suniel Shetty heap praised for his son-in-law In an interview with Mid-day some time ago, the veteran actor said some of the most beautiful things about his son-in-law. When asked what he would warn KL Rahul about, Suniel said, "Don’t be such a beautiful human being, that we seem inferior in front of you. You cannot be such a good boy that everybody believes that this is what goodness is about and not you. That’s the kind of child he is. I always tell Athiya you are blessed. I tell her she is blessed, not necessarily the other way around. Of course, Athiya is a beautiful child… My mother, wife, sister, sisters-in-law are all obsessed with him." In March this year, the senior actor had also dropped hint of him becoming a grandfather soon. Shetty, who was judging the dance reality show Dance Deewane, was asked about being a grandfather. Talking about the same, he had said, 'Yes, next season when I come I will be walking on the stage like a Nana.' His statement had led to widespread speculation of Athiya and KL Rahul expecting their first child together.
08 November,2024 05:47 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn an exciting turn of events, the city of Nawabs is set to witness a star-studded event on 9th November as the versatile and charming Kiara Advani brings her co-star Ram Charan and acclaimed director S. Shankar to Lucknow for the much-anticipated teaser launch of their upcoming pan-India film, 'Game Changer'. The film is produced by Raju Shirish. Kiara's journey in the film industry has been nothing short of remarkable. Known for her pan-India appeal, Kiara has successfully bridged the gap between different film industries, making her a beloved figure nationwide. Joining Kiara at the event is Ram Charan, a name that resonates not just in India but globally. Known for his powerful performances and charismatic screen presence, Ram Charan has carved a niche for himself. His film 'RRR' won an Oscar and represented the Indian film-industry at a global stage. Teaser launch event of 'Game Changer' to happen in Lucknow Kiara's first Telugu film 'CM Bharat' released in 2018 co-starring Mahesh Babu was a massive hit, and now she is teaming up with Ram Charan for the second time, adding to the anticipation surrounding this project and fans are eagerly awaiting to see this dynamic duo on screen again. The duo was seen for the first time in the 2019 Telugu film 'Vinaya Vidheya Rama' which was superhit. The teaser launch event in Lucknow is expected to be a grand affair, with fans eagerly awaiting a glimpse of the film. As she takes the stage alongside Ram Charan and S. Shankar, the trio is set to create an unforgettable experience for everyone present. 'Game Changer' is poised to be a cinematic extravaganza, and with Kiara Advani and Ram Charan at the forefront, the film is sure to make waves across the country and beyond. Kiara Advani shares a new poster from 'Game Changer' Today the actress took to Instagram to share a post featuring a new poster from the upcoming film 'Game Changer'. In the first photo the actress is sitting on a chair and looking in her phone while posing for the camera in a gorgeous gown. The actress looks stunning in a pearl blue thigh-slit gown and resembles the water fairy. The film will have a worldwide release on 10th January 2025. With the poster, the actress also announced that the teaser of the film will release tomorrow. View this post on Instagram A post shared by KIARA (@kiaraaliaadvani) Kiara was last seen in the 2023 film 'Satyaprem Ki Katha' alongside Kartik Aaryan. Whereas Ram Charan was last seen in the 2022 film 'Acharya' with his father and mega star Chiranjeevi.
08 November,2024 02:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA musician named Nilanjana Ghosh Dastidar has called out the makers of ‘Do Patti’ starring Kajol and Kriti Sanon, accusing them of plagiarising her husband Rajarshi Mitter’s track in the song “Maiyya”. The track by Parampara Tandon and Sachet Tandon touches upon Kriti’s character and her mother dealing with domestic violence. ‘Maiyya’ song from ‘Do Patti’ is a ‘blatant copy’ Nilanjana Ghosh Dastidar shared a screenshot of her message to Sachet Tandon in which she says, “You think you can escape the sh*t you did in your spitty pukish flop Do Patti movie?! Who even are you?! You blatantly used my husband's backing track from YouTube and put it in your bogus boring song Do Patti?! U2 backing track By Rajarshi Mitter. Ring any bells. You don’t know who you messed with bro! Now wait and watch what we do to you and your f**king teamHow shameful.” She wrote on top of the screenshot, “Don't be a coward! Speak up! The entire world knows the truth.” ‘Shame this music director and the entire T-Series’ Nilanjana wrote in her Facebook post, “Kindly report @tseriesfilms, @sachettandonofficial, and @sachetparamparaofficial. They have blatantly used my husband Rajarshi Mitter’s track without permission or legal action in their Bollywood movie song ‘Maiyya’ from ‘Do Patti’.” She added, “I’m asking all my fellow musicians and artists to shame this music director and the entire T-Series music company. How dare you guys do this? If you can’t make music, then don’t steal it! Sachet Tandon, I’m speaking directly to you – you’re a shameless, filthy thief. How dare you not even ask for the rights from my husband? You’re a thief! Go to hell!” Coming to ‘Do Patti’, Kriti Sanon is seen in a double role in the thriller which was released on Netflix. Kajol on the other hand plays a headstrong police officer. The film also stars Shaheer Sheikh as Kriti’s husband. ‘Do Patti’ has been directed by Shashanka Chaturvedi. This is not the first time Kriti and Kajol have shared screen space. The two have previously worked in the Shah Rukh Khan-starrer ‘Dilwale’, which was released in 2015.
08 November,2024 01:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actress Deepika Padukone stepped out for the first time after giving birth to daughter Dua. The ‘Om Shanti Om’ star was seen at the Mumbai airport accompanied by her husband Ranveer Singh and mother-in-law Anju Bhavnani. Videos shared by the paparazzi show Deepika holding Dua close as she enters the private airport. Watch the clip below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Deepika and Ranveer announced their daughter’s name on Diwali On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, Bollywood couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh treated fans to the first glimpse of their newborn daughter. The couple also revealed that they have named their daughter 'Dua', which means prayer. The post was accompanied by a sweet little photo of the baby's tiny feet. The baby seems to be dressed in traditional attire. However, the face of their daughter was not disclosed. View this post on Instagram A post shared by दीपिका पादुकोण (@deepikapadukone) Dua was born on September 8, 2024. Deepika has also been sharing reels on her social media account indirectly hinting at how motherhood has been for her so far. Deepika and Ranveer’s relationship Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh tied the knot on November 14, 2018, at Italy's Lake Como after dating for six long years and the duo never fails to shower love on each other on social media. They first met on the sets of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's romantic drama film 'Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela' and later also starred in 'Bajirao Mastani' and 'Padmaavat.' Deepika and Ranveer’s work front Both Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh featured in Rohit Shetty’s action-entertainer ‘Singham Again’. The film also features Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Arjun Kapoor, and Jackie Shroff. Ajay Devgn reprises his iconic role as Bajirao Singham, while Ranveer Singh brings his signature energy with comedic flair. Arjun Kapoor's portrayal of the villain has been praised for adding depth to the film. Deepika Padukone's powerful role as cop Shakti Shetty. Notably, 'Singham Again' also sees Bollywood superstar Salman Khan making a brief yet significant cameo, marking his entry into Rohit Shetty's cop universe. With the Diwali release, Singham Again faced a clash with another major multi-starrer horror comedy release 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' starring Kartik Aaryan, Madhuri Dixit, Vidya Balan and Tripti Dimri in the lead roles.
08 November,2024 12:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan’s 'The Buckingham Murders', which failed to garner footfall in theatres, after it hit the big screens in September, is now available for streaming on OTT. Directed by Hansal Mehta, who is best known for ‘Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story’, the film also marked Kareen’s debut as a film producer alongside Ektaa Kapoor. 'The Buckingham Murders' available on Netflix After the theatrical run, Kareena Kapoor Khan-starrer 'The Buckingham Murders' released on Netflix on November 8. The mystery drama revolves around Sergeant Jasmeet 'Jass' Bhamra (Kareena) dealing with the loss of her young son Ekam (Mairaaj Kakkar). She is assigned a case of a missing boy, Ishpreet, roughly as old as Ekam. The film's ensemble also includes Ash Tandon, Ranveer Brar, and Keith Allen. 'The Buckingham Murders' was released in theatres on September 13. During the trailer launch, Kareena said, “A mother's love needs no language, her love is expressed through her eyes. The thread of the mother's emotion and her love for her child connected with me on a subconscious level. And, I love playing a detective, it's one of my favourite characters to portray on screen”. Earlier in an interview with Variety, Kareena had revealed that her character in the film is inspired by Kate Winslet's role in 'Mare of Easttown.' "I love 'Mare of Easttown' and when Hansal came to me, I said this is something that I've really been dying to do. So we've moulded a little bit on those lines, she plays a detective cop in that," she said. Why Hansal Mehta chose Kareena Kapoor to essay the lead Hansal Mehta told IANS that Kareena Kapoor has the perfect balance of acting prowess and star power but the actor in her is often overshadowed by her star power, and it’s solely because of the audience’s perception. He shared, “Kareena is a star with tremendous enduring appeal. I have always looked beyond that and seen her as a fine actor whose acting prowess has been overshadowed by her glamour. I wanted to subvert that glamour and explore Kareena the actor and I was thrilled when she agreed to do the film. What a fine actor she is. And a terrific collaborator on set”.
08 November,2024 11:55 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe shoot of Sikandar is moving at a brisk pace despite the life threat to leading man Salman Khan. With the Mumbai schedule wrapped up, the superstar flew to Hyderabad last week for the action drama’s next leg. Khan has four levels of security cover for the month-long schedule. The top priority for the AR Murugadoss directorial venture is the actor’s safety. The unit has upped the protection measures at a palace hotel in Hyderabad, where the shooting is underway. A source tells mid-day that a part of the property has been cordoned off, with access granted only to the film’s team. “There are three standing sets, of which two are in the city, but the main location is the palace hotel. Even though they are shooting in one portion, the production team has secured access to the entire hotel and grounds, transforming it into a fortress. While guests can book their stay in the hotel, they have to undergo two levels of screenings, one by the hotel and the other by Salman’s security team. Access to the location is controlled—only those with prior permission can enter, following background and ID checks. The staff also undergo daily screenings, and there is a strict no-swapping policy,” says the insider. AR Murugadoss In the wake of the threats issued by incarcerated gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, Khan has been granted government-authorised security. It is said to include NSG commandos and police personnel. We’ve heard the superstar has also enlisted the services of a private corporate security firm. The source adds, “Salman has a four-tier security system. This includes the private security detail, consisting of ex-paramilitary personnel, that has been hired. Then there is the team hand-picked by Salman’s long-time bodyguard Shera, and the cover that has been granted by the Hyderabad police and Mumbai police. In all, the superstar is accompanied by a 50-to-70-member security personnel.” Two songs featuring Khan and Rashmika Mandanna will be filmed in this month-long schedule, after which the superstar will head to Dubai for his Da-Bangg Reloaded show.
08 November,2024 10:23 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBR | Mohar BasuBollywood actor Arjun Kapoor is ecstatic to see the audience enjoying his raw and unapologetic side with Danger Lanka in Rohit Shetty’s ‘Singham Again’. As the film continues to make waves at the Box Office, Arjun opens up that he signed up for the role during the worst phase of his life. Arjun Kapoor stopped enjoying films Arjun Kapoor, who hasn’t had a hit film in recent years admitted that he stopped enjoying the process of watching films. He told The Hollywood Reporter India, “I stopped enjoying watching films. And I only know that. My life is all about movies. Suddenly, I'd watch other people's work and feel, ‘Will I be able to? Will I get a chance to?’ Arjun Kapoor would watch YouTube Shorts to put himself to sleep He adds, “I've never been a bitter, negative person, but that started festering inside me in a very off way. My wish list kept getting longer and longer. I became that guy who'd watch YouTube Shorts to put myself to sleep. That's not a nice place to be. The only way to learn in the profession is to watch, to interact, to be open, to be malleable.” Arjun Kapoor hits back at those who doubted him Arjun took to Instagram and shared memes about his role in ‘Singham Again’ and wrote, “Here’s to turning non-believers into believers! Every question & doubt only fueled my determination to work harder and come back stronger. To everyone who cheered for me then and still does now – thank you. Your support means everything. To those who doubted me, thank you for pushing me to prove myself again! What a journey it’s been so far; it feels like my debut all over again, and I have a long way to go. Grateful for every step, every lesson, and every bit of love and fire!” ‘Singham Again’ released on Diwali. The film stars Ajay Devgn in the lead role, alongside Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh, Tiger Shroff, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Jackie Shroff. It is the fifth installment of Shetty's Cop Universe franchise. The movie has been given a spin on Ramayana.
08 November,2024 08:54 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKiara Advani can't keep calm as her husband and actor Sidharth Malhotra is all set to enthral audience in the upcoming folk thriller titled 'VVAN - Force of the Forrest'. On the occasion of Chhath Puja, Sidharth treated fans with exciting announcement of his new film. Taking to Instagram, Sidharth shared video and captioned the post, "Excited to be part of this folk thriller, with a powerhouse team Can't wait for you all to experience 'VVAN - Force of the forrest' on the big screen in 2025. @balajimotionpictures @tvfmotionpictures Coming On Chhath, 2025." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sidharth Malhotra (@sidmalhotra) The video shows a man is seen walking on the road in the middle of a dense forest. Re-sharing Sidharth's post on her Instagram story, Kiara dropped fire emojis. The project will be made under banners of Balaji Motion Pictures, a division of Balaji Telefilms Ltd, and The Viral Fever (TVF). It will be released on Chhath 2025. Sidharth was last seen in Yodha with Raashii Khanna and Disha Patani. In the coming months, Sidharth will also be seen in a project with Janhvi Kapoor. However, an official announcement has not been made yet. He was last seen in Yodha with Raashii Khanna and Disha Patani. Kiara, on the other hand, has 'Game Changer' with Ram Charan. She also has 'Don 3' and 'War 2' in her kitty. 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
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