Yet again, Bollywood actress Swara Bhasker has found herself in the midst of controversies after pictures of her meeting with Islamic figure Maulana Sajjad Nomani went viral on social media. The actress was slammed for meeting the Maulana, who had once made a derogatory comment against girls, calling it 'haram' for parents to send their daughters to schools and colleges unsupervised. Swara Bhasker's meeting with Maulana Sajjad Nomani On Saturday, Swara, accompanied by her husband Fahad Ahmad, went to meet Maulana Sajjad Nomani at his office. While sharing the picture of their meeting, Fahad wrote, "In the service of Maulana Sajjad Nomani, and he showered us with lots of blessings." In the picture, Swara was seen wearing a light-colored salwar suit with her head covered with a dupatta, while her husband Fahad was seen wearing a white kurta-pyjama. जनाब हज़रत मौलाना सज्जाद नौमानी साहब की ख़िदमत में हाज़िर हुए और उन्होंने हमे खूब दुआओं से नवाज़ा pic.twitter.com/5P7S3OIaJj — Fahad Ahmad (@FahadZirarAhmad) November 16, 2024 Netizens slammed Swara Bhasker As the pictures made their way to social media, netizens slammed Swara for the meeting. They called out the actress for advocating women’s rights and then meeting the Maulana, who had made the controversial statement against women. "Ultra feminist Swara Bhasker received blessings by Deobandi Pro-Taliban fundamentalist Maulana Sajjad Nomani who often preached parents to avoid sending daughters to education institutions to prevent them turning "kafir". He openly speaks against inter-faith (Muslim girl to Hindu boy) marriages. Do @ReallySwara who embraced inter-faith relationship endorse his views? She has to. The cult doesn't provide much choices.”, a user wrote on X. "Burkha kisko pehna aaya? And ye @ReallySwara aise empower karegi? Feminism kaha gya?," another one wrote. A third user commented. another ine questioned, "So swara wasn't allowed to sit near Maulana." “Swara Bhasker exposed.” wrote another. Ultra feminist Swara Bhasker aka <whatever new name> received blessings by Deobandi Pro-Taliban fundamentalist Maulana Sajjad Nomani who often preached parents to avoid sending daughters to education institutions to prevent them turning "kafir". He openly speaks against… pic.twitter.com/dwKGdwveKk — The Hawk Eye (@thehawkeyex) November 17, 2024 About Fahad’s election Fahad is set to contest the Maharashtra Assembly elections on an NCP (Sharad Pawar) ticket from Anushakti Nagar, facing NCP's Sana Malik. Formerly with the Samajwadi Party, he served as the state president of its youth wing, Samajwadi Yuvjan Sabha. About Swara bhasker Swara, who is known for her roles in 'Nil Battey Sannata', the 'Tanu Weds Manu' franchise, 'Prem Ratan Dhan Payo', 'Veere Di Wedding', and others, often finds herself embroiled in controversies due to her outspoken behaviour.
17 November,2024 04:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSinger Neha Bhasin, who started her career as a contestant on reality television almost two decades ago, emerged as one of the winners of the show ‘Coke [V] Popstars’ in 2002. Interestingly, Neha, who celebrates her birthday on November 18, shares it with singer Neeti Mohan, who also commenced her musical journey with the same show. Neha Bhasin and Neeti Mohan’s Indi-pop connection Neha Bhasin became a member of the all-girls band Viva. The band, which also consisted of Seema Ramchandani, Pratichee Mohapatra, Mahua Kamat, and Anushka Manchanda, delivered hits such as "Hum naye geet sunaye" and "Jaago zara" but disintegrated after a few years as they all chose to pursue solo careers. Neeti Mohan was a part of the band Aasma with Jimmy Felix, Sangeet Haldipur, Aamir Ali, Peyush Dixit, and Vasudha Sharma. Their song “Chandu Ke Chacha” became an instant hit and is remembered for its catchy beats even today. Neha Bhasin’s Bollywood journey View this post on Instagram A post shared by Neha Bhasin (NB) (@nehabhasin4u) As a solo Bollywood singer, Neha has given hit songs such as "Kuchh Khaas", "Dhunki" and "Jag Ghoomeya". In an earlier interview with IANS, she shared, "Reality shows can be a great starting point. It was a great one for me as well. Having said that, I did have to establish my solo career on my own. I don't think that just because you enter a reality show, you make it or even if you win, your career is set. I think it's a great stepping stone and that's how one should treat it.” Neeti Mohan’s Bollywood journey View this post on Instagram A post shared by NEETI MOHAN (@neetimohan18) Neeti Mohan became quite popular with the song “Ishq Wala Love” from the movie 'Student of the Year' and later also sang “Nazar Laaye” from 'Raanjhanaa', “Sau Aasmaan” from 'Baar Baar Dekho', “Tu Hi Tu” from 'Kick' and others. While judging a reality show, she said every father plays a very important role in the success of their daughter and similarly, her father also supported her a lot to reach the level where she is now. "I truly believe that behind every successful daughter, there is a father, and I think this thought fits into my life story as well as yours. In the future, wherever we reach, whatever we do, it's all because of our father's blessing and his support. I want to thank my father and all the other fathers who support their daughters in achieving their dreams," said Neeti.
17 November,2024 03:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Nayanthara, who celebrates her birthday on November 18, made her debut with the 2003 Malayalam film 'Manassinakkare'. Now, if you look at Nayanthara in 'Manassinakkare' and in 'Jawan', there is a big difference in her appearance. The actress is aware that her face has changed, but this doesn’t mean she has undergone any cosmetic surgery. In a recent conversation, she revealed that she has gone through “different brow phases” and diet changes, which have made her face look different. 'I’ve had different brow phases' In a conversation with 'Hauterrfly', Nayanthara talked about not having any plastic surgery or facial treatments done and said, “I take the time to perfect it because it’s the real game changer. I’ve had different brow phases over the years. Maybe that’s why people think my face is changing and I keep looking different. Maybe that’s why a lot of people think I’ve done something to my face.” Nayanthara reacts to cosmetic surgery rumours While addressing the claims about her going under the knife, she added, “But that’s not true. On record…not true. Not that it’s wrong. But for me, it has just been diet, so there’s been a lot of weight fluctuation, and my cheeks go in and out. You can pinch me, burn me, you’ll know there’s no plastic in here.” Nayanthara on the work front Nayanthara, along with co-actor Yash, will dive into the next leg of 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups' right after the Diwali festivities. The buzz is that director Geetu Mohandas will lead an extensive Mumbai schedule from November 6. While Film City will serve as the primary venue for the shoot, an additional set is being built at Madh Island. With the pan-India action extravaganza spanning the 1950s to 1970s, it is reported that the production team is constructing a sprawling set at Film City depicting the ’70s. While Nayanthara plays Yash’s on-screen sister in this actioner revolving around the drug mafia, Kiara Advani portrays his love interest. In this leg, the 'KGF' superstar and Nayanthara will wrap up most of their combination scenes. Nayanthara was last seen in Malayalam cinema in the 2022 film 'Gold', where she starred alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran. She made her Bollywood debut in 'Jawan' alongside Shah Rukh Khan last year and has also appeared in Tamil films such as 'Iraivan' and 'Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food.'
17 November,2024 01:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPunjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh, who was served a legal notice by the Telangana government ahead of his concert in Hyderabad, took a dig at the same in the middle of his performance. Diljit slammed the directives that urged him not to sing any songs that promote alcohol, drugs, and violence, and stated that the rules do not apply to foreign singers, and some people cannot digest his success. Diljit Dosanjh reacts to Telangana government’s notice Diljit addressed the notice served by the Telangana government and said, "When foreign artists come to India, they are allowed to do whatever they like, sing whatever they want, there’s no issue... But when an artist from your own country is singing, people have a lot of problems. Some people cannot digest the fact that such big shows are happening, and tickets are getting sold out within two minutes...I've been working for many years now. I did not become famous overnight.” Diljit Dosanjh's reply to Telengana government who asked him to censor lyrics related to violence or alcohol. byu/sheilakijawani_gone inBollyBlindsNGossip Diljit Dosanjh tweaks song lyrics for Hyderabad concert A viral video shows Diljit Dosanjh laughing while performing live in Hyderabad as he changed the lyrics of his popular tracks ‘Lemonade’ and ‘5 Taara’ to abide by the notice. A line from the first song, “Tainu teri daaru ch pasand aa Lemonade”, was changed to “Tainu teri coke ch pasand aa Lemonade”. Similarly, Diljit changed the lyrics from “5 Taara thekke utthe” to “5 Taara hotel ch”. Watch the clip below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by supersingh_braham (@dil_luminatii) Diljit Dosanjh served notice by Telangana government The notice was issued after a complaint by a Chandigarh-based Professor, Panditrao Dharenavar, against Diljit Dosanjh to prevent him from singing such songs promoting alcohol, drugs, and violence during the live show. The complainant submitted video evidence as well. The singer was also directed not to bring children on stage. The manager and organisers of the event have also been directed to ensure that the peak sound pressure level does not exceed the permissible limit. Diljit commenced the India leg of his much-talked-about Dil-Luminati Tour 2024 in New Delhi in October. The Dil-Luminati Tour will continue to entertain fans across India, with upcoming shows scheduled in cities including Ahmedabad, and Pune.
17 November,2024 11:37 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPunjabi singing sensation Diljit Dosanjh, who recently performed in Hyderabad as a part of his 'Dil-Luminati Tour’ hilariously tweaked the lyrics of his popular songs after the Telangana government served him a legal notice, directing him not to sing any songs which promote alcohol, drugs, and violence. Viral videos show Diljit laughing on stage as he revamps his tracks to suit the directives. Diljit Dosanjh tweaks song lyrics for Hyderabad concert Viral videos show Diljit Dosanjh laughing while performing live in Hyderabad as he changed the lyrics of his popular tracks ‘Lemonade’ and ‘5 Taara’. A line from the first song, “Tainu teri daaru ch pasand aa Lemonade”, was changed to “Tainu teri coke ch pasand aa Lemonade”. Similarly, Diljit changed the lyrics from “5 Taara thekke utthe” to “5 Taara hotel ch”. Watch the clips below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by supersingh_braham (@dil_luminatii) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gouri (@gouri_diljit_di_fann) Diljit Dosanjh served notice by Telangana government The notice was issued after a complaint by a Chandigarh-based Professor, Panditrao Dharenavar, against Diljit Dosanjh to prevent him from singing such songs promoting alcohol, drugs, and violence during the live show. The complainant submitted video evidence as well. The notice read, "As cited by representer with video evidence that you have sung songs promoting alcohol, drugs, and violence promoting songs (CASE, Panchatara, Patiala Pegg, ) during the live show in Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on 26th and 27th of October. Therefore we are issuing this notice in advance to deter promoting Alcohol/Drugs/Violence through songs in your live show.” The singer was also directed not to bring children on stage. "Your concert guidelines say that children are allowed below 13 years of age. Concert guidelines also say that concerts may include loud sounds and flashing lights. Both loud music and flashing lights are harmful to children," the notice added. The manager and organisers of the event have also been directed to ensure that the peak sound pressure level does not exceed the permissible limit. About Diljit Dosanjh’s Dil-Luminati Tour 2024 Diljit commenced the India leg of his much-talked-about Dil-Luminati Tour 2024 in New Delhi in October. The Dil-Luminati Tour will continue to entertain fans across India, with upcoming shows scheduled in cities including Ahmedabad, and Pune. On the acting front, Diljit is all set to star in the upcoming movie 'Border 2', where he will be seen alongside Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan. The film, based on the historic Battle of Longewala, is set to begin shooting in November. (With inputs from Agencies)
17 November,2024 11:27 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentParineeti 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
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