Pakistani actor Fawad Khan shone his magic in India with his charming screen presence an acting in Bollywood films like 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil', 'Kapoor & Sons' and 'Khoobsurat'. However, he first stole hearts with his shows' Zindagi Gulzar Hai' and 'Humsafar' which received love and admiration globally. While he speaks volumes with his work, he has been rather private person when it comes to his family. Khan married in the year 2005 to his childhood sweetheart Sadaf and the couple has three kids. When Fawad briefly quit acting for love The actor fell in love with his now wife at the age of 17. At the time, he was studying at the Grammar school of Lahore. He met his ladylove in school and became friends with her but could not muster the courage to profess his love for her. Eventually they started dating in 1998. According to reports, Fawad proposed marriage just seven days after their first meeting. However, Sadaf's family was against the marriage and demanded that he quit his profession. He quit acting and took a 9-5 job and the duo got married in 2005. He eventually got back to acting and made his feature film debut in 2007 with 'Khuda Kay Liye'. He debuted in Bollywood in 2014 with 'Khoobsurat'. Khan and his wife founded Silk by Fawad Khan, a clothing line whose debut collection was launched in August 2012 in Lahore. Fawad Khan's kids Fawad and Sadaf have three kids. Earlier, when Sadaf had a public account, she would often post pictures with her kids. Fawad, too, would share family pictures earlier. However, now his Instagram is limited to work related posts. The couple welcomed their first child, a baby boy in 2008. They named him Ayaan. They welcomed their second child, a baby girl in October 2016. Their third child was born towards the end of 2020. In a QnA on Instagram in 2021, Sadaf shared some interesting details about Fawad and their kids. When a fan asked to say something about the three kids, she shared a picture with them and described her eldest son Ayaan as being kind-hearted, called her daughter Elayna a diva and said her youngest, Bia, is a ‘Boss Baby’. “Is Fawad closer to Bia or Elayna now?” asked a fan. She revealed that he is closer to Elayna, the elder daughter and added that he is not only a great father but also a great cook. “Unfortunately I’m quite bad at it [cooking]. Fawad cooks exceptionally well. It’s a hidden talent of his and he’s exceptionally good,” she revealed. Sadaf also attempted to debunk the myth of ‘overprotective parents’. A user asked, “Between you and Fawad, who is the most over protective parent?” Sadaf replied, “We’re both very protective of our kids, there’s nothing like an over-protective parent." Fawad Khan's work front The actor was recently seen in the ZEE5 series Barzakh which was well received. He was also seen in the blockbuster film 'The Legend of Maula Jatt'. He is currently shooting for a romantic film opposite Indian actress Vaani Kapoor.
28 November,2024 10:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBringing the curtains down on an enchanting journey celebrating the joy of cinema and nurturing the future, the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) concluded on November 28, 2024, with a spectacular Closing Ceremony at the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium, Goa. This grand finale marks the culmination of nine days of cinematic brilliance, celebrating the art of storytelling and the spirit of global cinema. Featuring over 200 films from 75 countries, masterclasses by industry stalwarts, and inspiring panel discussions, this year’s IFFI has showcased the unifying power of cinema. HERE IS THE LIST OF ALL THE WINNERS AT IFFI 2024: Best film- Toxic Director, Saulė Bliuvaitė received the Golden Peacock Trophy, a certificate, and a cash prize of Rs. 40,00,000, shared with the producer, Giedre Burokaite.Toxic emerged as the best film, “for exploring adolescence and the harsh realities of growing up in an economically deprived society, with so much sensitivity and empathy and at the same time creating a coming-of-age narrative against a backdrop of the physical and social landscape," the Jury cited. Best Actor Female - Vesta Matulytė and Ieva Rupeikaitė For their extra ordinary performances in the same film, the Best Actor (Female) award was jointly given to Vesta Matulytė and Ieva Rupeikaitė “For the extraordinary performances by its two debut making actresses - Vesta Matulyte and Ieva Rupeikaitė – who pushed themselves to their physical and emotional limits in creating the unforgettable characters of Marija and Kristina,” the Jury cited. Best Actor Male- Clement Faveau (Holy Cow) He played the lead role in filmmaker Louise Courvoisier’s directorial debut, which is a delightful coming-of-age comedy-drama that follows 18-year-old Totone, whose carefree life is turned upside down as he takes on responsibility for his younger sister. Best Director- Bogdan Muresanu(The New Yera That Never Came) Set against the backdrop of the 1989 Revolution, this tragicomedy unfolds over a single day as characters seek love, freedom, and meaning in a world overshadowed by fear and absurdity. Best Web Series (OTT)- Lampan Directed by Nipun Avinash Dharmadhikari based on stories written by Prakash Narayan Sant, 'Lampan' is the tale of a dreamy child with unbounded curiosity. The Best OTT Web Series Award comes with a cash prize of Rs. 10,00,000, which will be shared between the creators and the OTT platform, along with individual certificates recognizing their contribution to the series’ success. Special Jury award- Louise Courvoisier (Holy Cow) The award was bagged by the French filmmaker Louise Courvoisier’s directorial debut Holy Cow. ICFT UNESCO Gandhi Medal 2024- Crossing Swedish director Levan Akin's 'Crossing' won the award for his poignant drama examines class, gender, and sexuality through the lens of Lia, a retired teacher searching for her niece Tekla. Best Debut Feature Film of a Director- Familiar Touch by Sarah Friedland The film delves into the poignant journey of an octogenarian woman as she transitions to life in an assisted living facility. Best Debut Director of Indian Feature Film-Gharat Ganpati by Navjyot Bandiwadekar It beautifully depicts the Gharat family’s cherished tradition of celebrating the Gauri Ganpati festival. Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award- Philip Noyce Australian filmmaker Philip Noyceo was bestowned with the hnor for his exceptional storytelling, has helmed over 19 feature films spanning various genres. His notable works include Patriot Games, Clear and Present Danger, and The Quiet American.
28 November,2024 09:40 PM IST | MumbaiActress Sonnalli Seygall, known for films such as ‘Pyaar Ka Punchnama’, ‘Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2’ and ‘Jai Mummy Di’, has welcomed her first bundle of joy – a baby girl with her restaurateur-husband Ashesh Sajnani. A source close to IANS confirmed that Sonnalli delivered her baby on Wednesday evening at the Surya Hospital in Santacruz. She had a normal delivery. The mother-daughter duo are doing good. A spokesperson for the proud parents says, “Sonnalli and Ashesh are overjoyed with the arrival of their little bundle of joy. Both mother and baby are healthy and doing fine. It’s the most special day of their lives and they are filled with gratitude for all the love that has come their way. “ Sonnalli and Ashesh got married in June last year, and in August this year, the couple announced that they are expecting their first child together. She shared the news about her pregnancy on her social media, "From beer bottles to baby bottles. Ashesh's life is about to change! As for me, some things stay the same. Was eating for 1. Now eating for 2! Meanwhile, Shamsher is taking notes on how to be a good big brother. Overjoyed & grateful. Keep us in your prayers. December 2024 coming.” Sonnalli represented India at Miss International 2006 and was in the Top 12. Her debut film was 2011's Pyaar Ka Punchnama starring Kartik Aaryan and was directed by Luv Ranjan. She played Rhea opposite Raayo S Bakhirta playing the role of Vikrant Chaudhary in the movie. She was then seen in Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2 and Wedding Pullav. The actress was also seen in an advertisement with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. Before acting, she was a ramp model before she decided to try her luck at the Miss India Worldwide competition. She has featured in music videos for Prem, a Canadian singer and Dr. Zeus. The actress was last seen on screen in “Jo Tera Hai Woh Mera Hai”, a comedy drama film directed by Raj Trivedi. The film also stars Paresh Rawal, Amit Sial, Faisal Malik, Sonali Kulkarni and Jatin Sarin. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
28 November,2024 07:09 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSActor Prateik Babbar's battle with addiction is a known tale. The actor has time and again shared his story of addiction and how he battled it and overcame it. He first got the taste of drugs even before he turned 12 owing to his complex situation at home. The son of legendary Smita Patel, he lost his mother days after his birth. On his birthday today, we revisit the actor's journey of getting rid of drugs for good and getting back on the path of acting and spending wholesome moments with his loved ones. How Prateik Babbar got into drugs In an interview with Bollywood Bubble, Prateik Babbar shared, “I just want to say that people think, ‘Oh, he entered films, got fame and money, and then started taking drugs.’ No, that’s not true. My drug use began when I was thirteen years old, even before I turned twelve. Yes, I was terrified. So, it wasn’t because of the film industry. Unfortunately, I had a different kind of upbringing, and my family situation was a bit complicated. That’s why I started using drugs. It’s not that fame and money in films led me to it—I had already started using drugs then.” In another interview he had recalled how drug usage made him feel. "Getting out of bed was almost impossible; nausea greeted me each morning, my body ached and I oscillated between hot and cold every few minutes. At that point, I didn’t even have a drug of choice, I took whatever I could lay my hands on," he said. When the actor decided to take help “I realised I hadn’t looked myself in the eye ever since I started getting high. Following multiple episodes that made me feel like a miserable prisoner of drugs, I decided to finally seek professional help. My family refused to see their loved one attempt to slowly kill himself, and encouraged me to sign up for rehab,” he said in a tell-all column to mid-day in 2017, after a year of sobreity. "A drug overdose made me sit up and take note of the monster I had become. I'm not religious, but at that moment, I encountered my first experience of spirituality. A heady cocktail rendered me unconscious with my face down on the bedroom floor. I was surrounded in vomit and regained consciousness only 24 hours later. It's a miracle I survived," he added. "Following multiple episodes that made me feel like a miserable prisoner of drugs, I decided to finally seek professional help. My family refused to see their loved one attempt to slowly kill himself, and encouraged me to sign up for rehab. I am certain that I will wrestle my need for drugs even on my best days, but the only way to keep cynicism at bay is by sharing the emotions that fueled my addiction in the first place," he added. Prateik Babbar credits fiancee Priya Banerjee for his improvement Prateik and Priya Banerjee's relationship surfaced in 2022. He was previously married to Sanya Sagar. They parted ways reportedly during the lockdown after tying the knot on January 23, 2019. Prateik added, “Drugs are associated with trauma, you understand. As long as that trauma isn’t released, it will continue to impact relationships and other areas of life. But there comes a time when you have to work to make things better, which I’ve been doing for many years. My fiancée (actor Priya Banerjee) has been helping me improve in many ways. We’re helping each other grow, though she doesn’t need any improvement—she’s perfect! That’s life, you know; you have to move on.”
28 November,2024 03:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Ajay Devgn took to social media to celebrate 27 years since the release of his romantic-comedy film “Ishq.” Taking to his Instagram handle, the ‘Singham’ actor shared a heartwarming post featuring a throwback photo with his wife and co-star, Kajol, alongside a recent picture. Sharing the post, Ajay wrote in the caption, “27 years of Ishq and ISHQ @kajol.” The first image in the post is from the movie, while the other shows the couple sitting together, twinning in black, and posing. Fans flooded Devgn’s post with love, reminiscing about memorable scenes and the duo's chemistry in the film. One user wrote, “This movie is a gem! Watching it feels like revisiting childhood memories.” Another commented, “I can’t believe it’s been 27 years since this movie!” A third added, “Best film ever!” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) Directed by Indra Kumar, “Ishq” also featured Aamir Khan and Juhi Chawla in lead roles along with Dalip Tahil, Sadashiv Amrapurkar, Johnny Lever, and Mohan Joshi in supporting roles. The 1997 release became a massive box office hit, with its songs like “Neend Churayi Meri” and slapstick comedy scenes still cherished by audiences today. Released on November 28, 1997, “Ishq” emerged as a major commercial success, ranking as the third highest-grossing Hindi film of the year. The romantic comedy was remade in Kannada as “Snehana Preethina” in 2007. Meanwhile, Ajay Devgn and Aamir Khan recently expressed their eagerness to collaborate again, hinting at the possibility of a sequel to their hit romantic comedy. The duo reunited at the mahurat launch of the movie “Tera Yaar Hoon Main," which marks the acting debut of filmmaker Indra Kumar’s son, Aman. Reflecting on their time filming "Ishq," Ajay shared, “I was just telling him we had so much fun on the set of Ishq; we should do another one.” Aamir agreed, saying, “We should, yaar!” This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
28 November,2024 02:46 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSBollywood actress Aishwarya Rai’s sister-in-law, Shrima Rai has become the new target of trolls amid divorce rumours with Abhishek Bachchan. Days after Shrima posted a picture of flowers thanking Shweta Bachchan, netizens speculated her hostility towards the former Miss World. This also led to speculations and blind pieces of her doing business in Aishwarya’s name. Shrima has now issued a clarification for the same. Shrima Rai clarifies rumours of her doing business in Aishwarya’s name Shrima is married to Aishwarya’s brother Aditya and shares two sons - Shivansh and Vihaan. She took to Instagram and shared a post that read, “Facts. My birthday was November 21 and as usual, flowers were sent. I thanked everyone with a shout-out. Before I became a blogger/ content creator I was a banker in Wealth Management for several years. I have also been a Gladrags Mrs. India Globe 2009. Post 2017, I transitioned into blogging.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shrima Rai 🧿 (@shrimarai) She added, “I have NEVER tried to open any business with anyone’s name. I am clarifying things because these are facts. I have built an independent career as a content creator for years on my own and as a woman, I find it in poor taste of anyone to try to tear that fact down. For this, my husband, mother-in-law, and parents can vouch for that. As a mother, it is extremely important to me that facts are clear when my name is involved.” Abhishek Bachchan-Aishwarya Rai divorce rumours Reports of possible tension in Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan's marriage have been circulating for some time. The couple, who tied the knot in a high-profile wedding in 2007, has been making headlines due to divorce speculations. They share a daughter named Aaradhya. Abhishek's alleged closeness to his ‘Dasvi’ co-star, Nimrat Kaur, along with complex family dynamics involving Shweta and Jaya Bachchan, are said to be contributing factors to the rumoured troubles. Additionally, during a recent episode of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’, Ash’s father-in-law and Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan talked about the iconic song "Kajra Re”, referencing Abhishek and Rani Mukerji but notably omitting Aishwarya, who also appeared in the music video as the lead dancer marking a special appearance.
28 November,2024 02:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actress Alaya F is currently in the coastal state of Goa ringing in her 27th birthday with four of her closest friends. This is ritual she follows every birthday, where she calls 5-10 of her closest people and has an intimate party. Ask her why Goa, and she says, "It's very convenient as it is close by. Also, my mom (Pooja Bedi) stays between Goa and Mumbai. Since she stays a lot in Goa she has some great recommendations. So it is a lot of great food and drinks. It's the perfect birthday place." Alaya F reflects on the year 2024 With the year nearing its end, it is also good a time for reflection. Alaya F was seen in two very distinct films this year- 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' and 'Srikanth'. Both films were very different from each other. While 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' was a star-studded action film, 'Srikanth' was an inspiring tale based on a real-life story. Ask her what these two films taught her, Alaya shares, "I got to work with very talented people. I had the privilege of working with Rajkummar in Srikanth. I had the opportunity to work with Akshay sir, Prithvi sir and Tiger in something like 'BMCM'. All the movies I have done have taught me an enormous amount. With BMCM, it is the first time I got to do commercial things like be a part of a song, look glam and act differently than my previous film. It gave me the experience of being on a hard-core action set with explosions and all of that happening. It is a very different learning." She added, "With Srikanth, I got to work with Raj who is a masterclass in acting and performing. It was so inspiring and made me realise about the kind of work I want to do in my life. Srikanth gave me a big moment of clarity that this is the kind of work I want to do. I want to do work that means something, that pushes me in a lot of ways. I want to do a lot of good cinema and that is also my takeaway from this year. I want to focus on finding great scripts and great stories." Alaya: Ready to make braver choices A look at Alaya F's filmography of four years and one may feel that the choices she has made have been carefully made. Well, she believes that she has been lucky with the roles she has been offered and credits her debut film 'Jawani Jaaneman' for the same. "After my first film people started seeing me as an actor very early on. My performance was reviewed very well for my first film. After that, I got lots of acting roles. People wanted to see me in different characters. I just got lucky with what I got offered at that time. But now I am actively making a choice to do the films I want to do. I am going to be very clear with the type of roles, characters I will be doing. I will be a little more brave with the choices I make." Alaya feels that roles written for women today are much more refreshing than the ones being written a decade ago. Despite being a newcomer, she says that she had a good amount of screen time in films like 'Jawaani Jaaneman' and 'Freddy' where she shared screen with stars like Saif Ali Khan and Kartik Aaryan respectively. "For the longest time I think I ran away from female-centric roles because I did not want to take up too much pressure as a new actor. I didn't want to take a film that was resting on my shoulders. But that is one fear I am trying to liberate myself from. I want to take more chances I want to do roles that have a lot of range. I think that is one big change that I am actively making in my life," she shared. Alaya says she is also quite objective when it comes to reviewing her performance and can easily look back and tell which scene she could have done better and which she could not. When asked about her favourite performance of herself, she says, "I think 'Almost Pyaar with DJ Mohabbat' and Jawaani Jaaneman'. I shot both films at the same time. There was a beautiful rawness at that time before you come in and get technical and you start focusing on your angles and your look. At that time I was unbothered about everything else. There is so much innocence in those performances. So those will always be special".
28 November,2024 01:15 PM IST | Mumbai | Athulya NambiarYami Gautam, one of the most well-known actresses of the industry, has undoubtedly etched a place in the hearts of millions with her phenomenal performances. Be it a thriller, comedy, or an entertainer, she can pull anything and everything off, and how! As she celebrates her birthday today, let us look at some of the films that made us love her more and more! Vicky Donor: Yami Gautam’s Bollywood debut film, 'Vicky Donor' is truly one of the most talked about films. Her role as Ashima Roy was a treat for her fans to see. As a newcomer in the Bollywood industry then, she surely left an indelible mark in the hearts of many. The actress's chemistry with Ayushmann Khurrana was also much appreciated. URI- The Surgical Strike: One of the most loved films in the history of cinema, URI was another memorable film in the actress’s career. Her role as Jasmine will always be remembered by audiences. The film directed by Aditya Dhar also starred Vicky Kaushal. The film also holds a special place in Yami's personal life as she went on to get married to Aditya. Bala Nobody expected Yami Gautam could pull of a comedy film, and the way she pulled it off left people in awe. The movie addresses several social issues and Yami played her role with finesse. This movie stands as testimony to how to the actress can pull off every genre. A Thursday A thriller film that is among one of her unforgettable performances. Playing the role of a teacher who does unexpected things to make a statement made an impact. Her versatility never seems to disappoint audiences. OMG 2 Her most recently released blockbuster film, 'OMG 2' showcased Yami as a lawyer who spoke pure Hindi and was a treat for her fans. She spoke and pulled off the character of a strong character, in the most admirable way. Dasvi: Yami turned IPS officer for this film that also stars Abhishek Bachchan and Nimrat Kaur. Bachchan plays a CM who gets imprisoned at Yami's jail. She treats him like every other prisoner and also goes on to help him in cracking his class 10th exams. Chor Nikal Ke Bhaaga: Yami plays the role of an air hostess in this movie and shares the screen with Sunny Kaushal and Sharad Kelkar. Sunny is the love interest of Yami in the movie and Kelkar portrays the RAW officer Parvez Shaikh. Yami outdid herself in this thriller with a vindictive character who brings unexpected twists to the story. Kaabil: Yami plays a blind woman who is assaulted twice by a local goon who has political backing. Hrithik Roshan, Yami's love interest in this movie avenges her death and kills them without raising any suspicion as he too is blind. Sarkar 3: Yami plays the role of Amit Sadh's love interest Annu in this political drama. The film stars Amitabh Bachchan, Ronit Roy, Abhishek Bachchan, Supriya Pathak, and Jackie Shroff. Yami plays this manipulative character with wit and leaves a mark. Article 370: Yami took on the role of NIA Agent Zooni Haskar in this political action thriller film. Her performance was critically acclaimed and she was seen doing action in a new avatar.
28 November,2024 12:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actress Ananya Panday recently opened up on everything from career to relationships, her journey in the industry, what the term 'star-kids' means to her, and her relationship with dad Chunky Panday. The actress mentioned her friends in the industry, her family's relationship with Shah Rukh Khan, and how he is as a father. Ananya Panday describes her idea of romance When asked about her idea of romance, the 26-year-old had a lot to say. Ananya mentioned that she likes organised surprises, the ones which are planned well. She said that it is important for her to stay happy with her partner, no matter what may come. She further mentioned that her partner should respect her, should always have her back and in the end, they should be on each other's side in every situation. The actress quoted. "You have to see how someone treats you in a fight". Ananya mentions that even after a fight, her ideal thought process is always to sort it out as she always sees the best in people. She also expects her partner to give it their all as she does the same and can't accept half-hearted efforts. The actress revealed this information when she appeared on Raj Shamani's podcast 'Figuring it Out'. The actress also stressed the importance of being a friend with her partner as she can then be her real self around him without being judged. She does not like pretending or faking anything to her partner. Panday also mentioned that people try to change themselves for their partner and accepted that she has also done the same in her past relationships but not till the point when it becomes bitter. She mentions that earlier she had watched a certain movie, eaten a specific kind of food, and not went partying because her partner did not like it as much. The actress further said that she would not do this anymore for anyone and would not expect her partner to do this too. Ananya Panday's rumoured boyfriend after breakup with Aditya Roy Kapur Ananya made headlines for dating former model Walker Blanco who works with the Ambanis at Vantara in Jamnagar. This happened after she called off her relationship with 'Aashiqui 2' actor Aditya Roy Kapur. The couple was first noticed at Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani's wedding. It seems like Ananya introduced Walker as her partner and date for the wedding which sparked rumours of love. The news was confirmed when Walker took to his Instagram to wish the 'CTRL' actress on her 26th birthday last month. Walker wrote: "Happy Birthday beautiful! You are so special! I love you Anniee (with a red heart emoticon)" The actress also mentioned her toxic traits, she mentioned that she is very impatient in relationships. She wants to sort out every problem right now. She further said that she overthinks a lot, even small things put her into an overthinking spiral surrounding her with negativity. Further, when asked about three red flags in men, the actress lists gaslighting, manipulating one's partner to disrespect them, and being egoistic. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Raj Shamani (@rajshamani) Ananya Panday's journey in the film industry and upcoming projects Ananya Panday mentions her journey in Bollywood, she recalls that she was only 18 when she started attending workshops for her first film 'Student of the Year 2'. The 'Kho Gaye Hum Kahan' actor mentions that she just wanted to be an actress and see herself on the big screen. The actress did not differentiate between her good and bad, but now as a 26-year-old when she looks in hindsight, she started realising her strengths and weaknesses. The actress also mentioned her strengths and weaknesses as an actor on the show. She called herself a 'technical actor' who does not forget lines, hits her mark, and takes the light. She also mentioned that she is more comfortable in front of the camera now and it does not distract her anymore. Whereas, she mentioned that her weakness is only portraying characters of an urban gitl or similar to it. She mentioned that 'Chameli' and 'Dolly from 'Omkara' are her dream roles. Ananya was last seen in Netflix's 'CTRL' where she shared the screen with Vihaan Saamat. The actress was also seen in Prime Video's web series 'Call me Bae', earlier this year. She will next be seen in Karan Johar's 'Chaand Mera Dil' alongside 'Kill' fame actor Lakshya.
28 November,2024 11:25 AM IST | MumbaiVeteran actress Zarina Wahab has defended the abuse allegations made by women of showbiz against her actor-husband Aditya Pancholi. The duo that fell in love on the sets of Kalank Ka Tika, tied the knot in 1986. However, Aditya made headlines for his infidelity, first with Pooja Bedi, and later with Kangana Ranaut. Zarina Wahab on Aditya Pancholi’s extra-marital affairs In 1993, Aditya Pancholi was rumoured to be having an affair with Pooja Bedi. They were candid about dating each other, but things ended on a sour note after Pooja filed a police complaint against Aditya, accusing him of sexual abuse. In 2017, actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut alleged that she was in an abusive relationship with Aditya when she was a newcomer and that he misused her. Reacting to the claims, Zarina Wahab told Lehren, “I was always aware of his affairs, but I never questioned him. I only cared about how he treated me when he was home. I ignored asking him questions because it would have made him fearless. I was completely prepared for him to have affairs.” Zarina Wahab defends Aditya Pancholi despite abuse allegations Speaking about the allegations made by Pooja and Kangana, Zarina defended her husband and asserted that he has never been abusive. “He is such a sweetheart. For once, I might beat him. But, he is very sweet. His girlfriends accused him of these things because they didn't get what they wanted. I was always nice to Kangana. She often visited my home. He was very nice to her. I don't know what went wrong. I just can tell that I saw what he couldn't and eventually that happened,” she added. Rape case against Aditya Pancholi In 2019, a rape case was filed against Aditya Pancholi by a renowned Bollywood actress. He received an anticipatory bail for the same. In the complaint filed at Versova Police Station, Aditya was charged under Sections 376 (rape), 328 (causing hurt by means of poison), 384 (extortion), 341 (wrongful restraint), 342 (wrongful confinement), 323 (voluntarily causing hurt) and 506 (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Soon after the FIR was filed, the actor said that he was being "falsely implicated in this case."
28 November,2024 10:29 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMumbai, Hyderabad, and now it’s back to the Maximum City for Salman Khan as he gives shape to Sikandar. After the extensive Hyderabad schedule was wrapped up mid-November, director AR Murugadoss began the Mumbai leg on Monday with the supporting cast. Yesterday, as Khan joined the proceedings, the actor-director duo commenced work on what is said to be one of the most ambitious scenes of the action fare—a fight sequence set aboard a train. Rashmika Mandanna Sources tell us that the an elaborate set of a train has been built at a Borivali studio. We’re told the sequence has been in pre-production for months as Murugadoss, known for his flair for action as evidenced in Ghajini (2008) and Holiday (2014), wants it to stand out as a signature moment in the movie. A production insider shares, “The scale of this scene is massive. It involves raw, gritty action as Salman’s character is seen taking on a gang of baddies. The director’s brief to the action choreographer was to make it bloody and vengeful. Salman shot the set-piece on Wednesday evening with only a crowd of 30. On Tuesday, Murugadoss separately filmed the crowd-heavy sequences with approximately 350 people.” Due to security reasons, the team is not shooting for long periods at the same location. As soon as the superstar wraps up his part at the Borivali studio on Thursday, the crew will move to the next venue. “The shoot will continue till January-end at different locations in the city,” adds the insider. Sikandar, also starring Rashmika Mandanna, sees Khan portray a ruthless businessman, who has a change of heart after seeing the rampant corruption in the country.
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