RJ-turned-actor Malishka Mendonsa, who essays the role of Indian political activist and poet Sarojini Naidu in the web series Freedom at Midnight, speaks exclusively to mid-day.com about her stint in showbiz. She discusses the challenges in her career and her controversial song on Mumbai potholes. Malishka has also dabbled into the dubbing space and voiced for popular animated characters like Anxiety in Inside Out 2 and Mona in The Incredibles. Watch the video for more.
22 November,2024 08:29 PM ISTRandeep Hooda and Ankita Lokhande discussed their experience at IFFI 2024, where 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar' was the opening film. Randeep expressed pride in representing India at Asia's biggest film festival, noting the unique experience of attending as a director, producer, and writer. The film marks his directorial debut. The 'Highway' actor believes deeply in the film's message and the hero he portrays. He shared that the movie was specially made for young people and to inspire them. Ankita praised Randeep's direction, highlighting that the true achievement for both director and actor is when they see their character on screen, not themselves.
22 November,2024 05:28 PM ISTAt the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, actor Nagarjuna Akkineni shared a heartfelt tribute to Indian cinema's golden era, reminiscing about the timeless work of legends like Raj Kapoor, Mohammed Rafi, and Tapan Sinha. The event kicked off with Nagarjuna leading a ribbon-cutting ceremony, accompanied by his wife Amala, son Naga Chaitanya, and his fiancée Sobhita Dhulipala, who was seen dressed in a peach organza suit set while Naga Chaitanya was dressed in a navy blue suit.
22 November,2024 12:37 PM ISTKartik Aaryan, one of Bollywood's most versatile actors, is celebrated for his magnetic presence and ability to excel in both comedy and drama. As the star of 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' turns 34, we take a moment to reflect on his incredible journey. From his debut in 'Pyaar Ka Punchnama' to his recent success, Kartik’s career has skyrocketed. His impressive car collection, which includes luxury vehicles like a BMW 5 Series, Lamborghini Urus, McLaren GT, and a Range Rover SV, speaks to his success. Along with his rising stardom, Kartik's pay cheques have also grown significantly, cementing his place as one of the highest-paid actors in the industry.
22 November,2024 10:55 AM ISTThe iconic Bollywood film 'Karan Arjun' will be re-released theatrically on November 22, with a new trailer launched on November 13, sparking nostalgia among fans. Director Rakesh Roshan explained that despite the film being 30 years old, its popularity endures due to the star power of Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan and their lasting cultural influence. He also shared how the iconic dialogues "Karan Arjun Aayenge" and "Bhaag Arjun Bhaag" came to be, describing it as a moment of inspiration that perfectly captured the film's themes of destiny and the bond between the characters.
22 November,2024 10:01 AM ISTBollywood actress Sheeba Sabir who made her Bollywood comeback with Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani speaks exclusively to mid-day.com about working with Karan Johar, and reuniting with Alia Bhatt in Jigra. She also recalls her time in showbiz and dabbling into new opportunities going forward. Watch the video for more
21 November,2024 07:00 PM ISTIn a candid revelation, Rakesh shares that Hrithik had to travel with the unit by train, stay in shared rooms with four people, and experience a different kind of work life during the early years of his career. Watch the full story about Hrithik's journey and the father-son dynamic in filmmaking
21 November,2024 06:12 PM ISTAgni Trailer Launch: The cast and crew came together to celebrate the film’s theme and its significance. Actors Pratik Gandhi, Divyenndu, Saiyami Kher, Sai Tamhankar, Jitendra Joshi, and Udit Arora, along with director Rahul Dholakia, shared their thoughts on the project. The team praised the story, emphasising how the untold lives of firefighters—who risk their lives daily—deserve to be recognised and celebrated. The cast acknowledged that, before working on Agni, they knew very little about the challenges and sacrifices these brave individuals face. 'Agni' also marks the second collaboration between Pratik Gandhi and Divyenndu, who joked and shared light-hearted camaraderie during the event, reflecting their strong on-screen chemistry. Produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, 'Agni' will be available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video starting December 6.
21 November,2024 05:45 PM ISTBeing a producer's son, it was probably only a matter of time before Arjun Kapoor followed in father Boney Kapoor's footsteps and turned a producer. Mid-day caught up with the actor at the Indian Racing Festival in Coimbatore, where he shared the plan is still at a nascent stage. The owner of the team, Speed Demons Delhi, also talked about his passion for motorsports and how a film on racing could totally be made in India. And of course, how his role as Danger Lanka in Singham Again has been loved by all.
21 November,2024 05:37 PM ISTThe nine-day celebration of India’s cultural and cinematic heritage—the International Film Festival of India (IFFI)—has kickstarted in Goa. Many prominent celebrities like Nagarjuna, Sunny Kaushal, Sanya Malhotra, Bhumi Pednekar, Shekhar Kapur, Prasoon Joshi, & many others graced the event. Goa's Chief Minister, Pramod Sawant, addressed the 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) on November 20, highlighting the festival's growing success each year. He emphasised the strong connection between IFFI and Goa, calling it a key calendar event for both national and international guests. Sawant also mentioned ongoing efforts to upgrade the festival's infrastructure. The event, which began on November 20, will run until November 28 in Goa.
21 November,2024 04:28 PM ISTMaharashtra went to polls today. More than 1 crore voters registered to vote for the ongoing Maharashtra Election 2024 today. Salman Khan and his family members were spotted exercising their right to vote. Salman Khan was spotted leaving the polling booth after voting. Also spotted were father Salim Khan, Mother Salma Khan, and brothers Arbaaz Khan and Sohail Khan at the polling booth. The family has voted amid security concerns that have escalated after death threats in recent times.
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