With high demand and multiple requests from fans, Rannvijay Singha is back as the host for the new season of 'Roadies'. After a gap of two years, Rannvijay will once again take on the host's chair for the 20th season of India's longest-running youth reality show—'MTV Roadies Double Cross'. Over the last two decades, 'Roadies' has evolved beyond just a reality show—it has become a cultural phenomenon. Over the years, 'MTV Roadies' has launched many talented youngsters into stardom. It has fueled dreams, sparked rebellions, and ignited the fire of adventure in millions of young hearts across India. Since day one, 'Roadies' has stood as a symbol of courage, ambition, and relentless grit, transforming the idea of becoming a Roadie into a shared dream. The theme of Roadies season 20 But this milestone 20th season is about to take the intensity to a whole new level. The anticipation soared when MTV went live with the reveal of the new logo for 'MTV Roadies Double Cross'. Featuring the ominous double-cross symbol, it sent a clear message: Trust no one. This season is all about betrayal—'Dhoke pe Dhoka' at every turn. The logo itself serves as a warning—on 'MTV Roadies Double Cross', nothing is as it seems. Trust will be challenged, alliances will be tested, and everything will be fair in this all-out war. After delivering some of the most successful shows over the past couple of years, MTV is raising the bar and stirring up the fandom by bringing back the OG Roadie, Rannvijay Singha, to host the new season. From winning the very first season to helming many seasons of the show, Rannvijay’s journey is intertwined with 'Roadies' itself. He’s not just a host; he’s also been a mentor, a guide, and an icon to many aspiring, talented youngsters. He has always vibed with the young audience of 'MTV Roadies' and, judging by the adulation visible on social media, fans are ecstatic to see him return! Rannvijay Singha on returning to roading As 'MTV Roadies' enters its second decade, it’s not just celebrating a legacy—it’s carrying forward a revolution. The youth of this country have grown up dreaming of becoming a Roadie, and Rannvijay’s return marks the continuation of that dream. Elated about the new season, Rannvijay says, "'Roadies' isn't just a show—it's an emotion for me. It’s my comfort zone, I’m home. For two decades, it's been fueled by the relentless passion, grit, and dreams of millions. It's more than just a platform; it's a rite of passage for an entire generation. Personally, it's a symbol of everything the youth of this country stand for—courage, ambition, and resilience. I'm grateful that I have been part of this extraordinary legacy. As we embark on this new chapter with 'Roadies Double Cross', I can't wait to feel that unmatched adrenaline again, alongside the dreamers who live for this journey." About Roadies auditions 'MTV Roadies Double Cross' auditions will be held in Delhi on 13th October, Chandigarh on 15th October, Hyderabad on 18th October, and Pune on 20th October.
20 September,2024 07:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWho is Arbaz Patel? The content creator, who is allegedly engaged to his long-term partner Leeza Bindra, is grabbing headlines for all the wrong reasons. Patel’s journey began on 'Splitsvilla X5', where he was seen with Siwet Tomar’s ex-girlfriend, Nayera Ahuja. Currently, Patel is seen in the Bigg Boss Marathi season 5, hosted by Riteish Deshmukh, and has been seen flirting with co-contestant Nikki Tamboli. Arbaz Patel’s Link-up with Nayera Ahuja Arbaz Patel entered 'Splitsvilla X5' as a bachelor, while he was allegedly in a committed relationship with Leeza Bindra outside the house. During his time in 'Splitsvilla', Patel never mentioned Bindra and was seen romantically getting close to Nayera. Arbaz was even seen gifting a bracelet to Nayera and lifting her in his arms. View this post on Instagram A post shared by MTV Splitsvilla (@mtvsplitsvilla) Cut to the time when the duo exited the house. As soon as Arbaz and Nayera were evicted, the content creator started dismissing any kind of relationship with her, claiming everything was just for the game. Meanwhile, Nayera openly criticized Arbaz for using her for his game and cheating on his alleged fiancée, Leeza. Arbaz Patel in 'Bigg Boss Marathi' Just as the controversy between Arbaz and Nayera was fading, the creator entered 'Bigg Boss Marathi', hosted by Riteish Deshmukh. A few weeks into the show, Arbaz has been seen repeating the same pattern with his 'Bigg Boss' co-contestant Nikki Tamboli. Time and again, Arbaz has been seen giving hints to Nikki. Recently, he was seen flirting with his housemate Nikki Tamboli by making a heart out of chopped tomatoes, which left her impressed. This has led to netizens calling out Arbaz out for using female co-contestant to move forward in the game. One user wrote, “Splitsvilla mein Nayera, ghar pe Leeza, Bigg Boss mein Nikki.” Another user requested Leeza, “Please don't accept Arbaz now... He is sharing a bed with Nikki.” A third user commented, “You are loyal, but he is not loyal to you.” Nayera Ahuja Wishes to Enter 'Bigg Boss' Recently, in a conversation with Telly Masala, Nayera called out Arbaz for cheating on his partner yet again. The actress stated that she would love to go inside the 'Bigg Boss' house to expose the truth about Arbaz, how he used her, and how he is now using Nikki to advance his game. What is Arbaz Patel’s Real Game? Arbaz Patel has been quite choosy with his words when it comes to commitments. He tries to play it safe, but with him repeating the same pattern multiple times, it looks like he has been using women for views. In the real world, he was making reels with Leeza to gain views, in Splitsvilla it was Nayera, and now in Bigg Boss Marathi, it’s Nikki Tamboli. View this post on Instagram A post shared by leeza bindra (@leezabindra)
20 September,2024 05:44 PM IST | Mumbai'Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment' is one of the most loved shows on TV right now. The cooking show has recently made it to the Top 5 in the TRP chart, and fans are thrilled about it. Though the fun continues, a major accident has happened on the show, resulting in Reem Shaikh getting severely injured. Reem has now taken to her social media to share a health update with her fans. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Reem Sameer Shaikh (@reem_sameer8) Reem Shaikh shares health update While cooking on the set, Reem was injured after hot oil splattered on her face, causing major burns. Earlier, Colors TV had released the promo of the episode, but it has since been taken down. While sharing her health update, Reem posted a picture and wrote, "I’ve healed.. Nothing can break a woman who gets her strength from God." Celebs and fans react to Reem Shaikh’s post As soon as Reem dropped the pics, her co-contestants and friends left lovely messages for the actress. Jiya Shankar wrote, “She’s strong & beautiful.” Vicky Jain commented, “Fragile yet strong. So proud of you.” Kishwer Merchant wrote, “Strongest.” Nia Sharma also reacted to the post, writing, “Healing you, beautiful.” Aly Goni dropped emojis in the comment section. Reem’s fans also sent messages of support. One wrote, “Omg this looks scary, missed your eyes... recover well and soon, Reem... take care.” Another wrote, “Only love and hugs!” About today’s episode of Laughter Chefs If reports are to be believed, the episode featuring the accident will premiere today, September 20, on Colors TV. The reality-TV show 'Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment', hosted by Bharti Singh, features actors including Aly Goni, Ankita Lokhande, Karan Kundrra, Arjun Bijlani, Reem Shaikh, Jannat Zubair, Vicky Jain, Nia Sharma, among others. To note, Reem has now returned to the show's shoot. Harpal Singh Sokhi gives inside updates about the candidates Harpal Singh Sokhi, who also hosts the show with Bharti Singh, earlier in an interview with mid-day.com, called Reem Shaikh and Jannat Zubair the surprise packages. He further described Arjun Bijlani, Aly Goni, Jannat Zubair, Vicky Jain, and Ankita Lokhande as very serious students who are particular about their work. When asked about the backbenchers, Harpal Singh shared, “Krushna Abhishek and Kashmera Shah, Nia Sharma, and Sudesh Ji—these are the backbenchers of the class.” He concluded by calling Aly Goni and Rahul Vaidya, Arjun and Karan, and Vicky and Ankita the ‘frontbenchers.’
20 September,2024 02:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTitiksha Shrivastava is doubly excited about her new television show, Jagriti—Ek Nayi Soch. Reason: being a law graduate, she is thrilled to play a magistrate on screen. Calling it a cherry on the cake, the actor said, “In the initial years of my career, I have explored criminal and civil matters at various courts in Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, and Mumbai.” Titiksha, who has been a corporate and media lawyer for the past three years, added, “This experience helps me reflect on my role’s gravity and nuanced responsibilities. That is also what made shooting for it an amazing experience.”
20 September,2024 06:54 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamFormer Bigg Boss 16 contestant and renowned social media influencer, Abdu Rozik called off his wedding with fiancee Amira citing “cultural differences.” The Tajikistani musician, known for his vibrant online presence, got engaged on April 24, 2024. The ceremony, held in Sharjah, UAE, was an intimate affair. Abdu and Amira were to tie the knot on July 7, however, the wedding was postponed with Abdu prioritising a boxing match for his financial security. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Abduroziq Official (@abdu_rozik) Abdu Rozik calls off wedding with Amira Abdu told Hindustan Times, “I am sad to announce that I have cancelled my wedding. This is due to some cultural differences that became apparent as our journey progressed. As you all know I am classed as a person of determination and this has its own challenges in everyday life and requires an extremely strong and mentally equipped partner who is able you cope with that.” He added, “I am forever grateful for my health and because I am the way I am you all know me and I became so prominent so I never feel sad about being me. The relations I have made and friendships I will cherish forever. In future I hope to find love again and hope for all your well wishes.” Abdu Rozik’s journey to stardom For the uninitiated, it hasn't been a cakewalk for the global social media sensation. He was diagnosed with Growth Hormone Deficiency and Rickets which meant at the age of 5 he stopped growing and his hormone development stopped. According to Rozik, as a young teen, he was bullied and mocked for his size as a result of which he could only get 3 years of formal education. After facing bullying back at home Abdu started to hum his tunes and write his lyrics. He was singing in the street bazaars of Tajikistan to provide for his family until the age of 17 when he was spotted and sponsored by Yasmine Safia who hails from the royal family of UAE, who then invested to harness and hone his skills and allowed him to travel all over the world. Over the past couple of years, he has performed with some of the most reputed artists including A.R. Rahman, Redone, French Montana and Will I AM. Abdu's initial tryst with fame was during his public spat at a boxing press conference in Moscow with his opponent that amassed over 400 million views worldwide. Abdu Rozik was also seen alongside Salman Khan in the film 'Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan'.
18 September,2024 06:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Great Indian Kapil Show is back with its second season on Netflix. The season-opening episode will have Jigra stars Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina along with producer Karan Johar as guests. Netflix has dropped a promo of the episode which shows the fun moments from the episode, as well as gives us a better insight into the bond between Alia Bhatt and Karan Johar. 'Alia is my first daughter' Karan has always maintained that he has a special place in his heart for Alia, whom he launched with Student of the Year in 2012. In this episode, Karan is seen referring to Alia as his first daughter. Karan is father to two kids, Yash and Roohi, via surrogacy. The filmmaker also talks about troubles of being a single parent, revealing that he is probably the only man in the WhatsApp group of mothers he stays in touch with. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in) Kapil Sharma teases Alia, "Let me tell you something, there was a girl in Ranbir's life before you. Should I call her?" A surprised Alia asks, "You are going to call her on the show?" Sunil Grover is seen entering dressed as Dafli. If you remember, season 1 of The Great Indian Kapil Show opened with Ranbir Kapoor as guest, along with sister Riddhima and mom Neetu Kapoor. Sunil Grover and Ranbir Kapoor have been flirting with each other onscreen on Kapil's show for years now. Karan Johar talks about his singlehood Karan Johar has manifested many a B-Town relationship on his show, Koffee With Karan. Referring to that, he says, "I have helped with the progress of many people's relationships, but I am still single." Alia reveals that Karan has a sixth sense and can gauge the chemistry between two people, which also happened when she and Ranbir became "friends". The Great Indian Kapil Show season 2 starts Sep 21 Netflix unveiled the trailer of the upcoming second season of ‘The Great Indian Kapil Show’ today, and everyone is looking forward to the Shanivaars (Saturdays) turning into Funnyvaars (Funny Saturdays) starting September 21! Season 2 promises to celebrate India and its rich culture with the superstars of the country. From the celebrated actress Alia Bhatt to visionary producer-director Karan Johar; the suave and chic Saif Ali Khan to the eminent superstar of the South-Indian film fraternity Jr NTR and the current sensation Janhavi Kapoor, the audience will get to know them like never before.
18 September,2024 12:39 PM IST | MumbaiMom-to-be Drashti Dhami wished her best friend Sanaya Irani with the cutest birthday post. The actress, who is all set to welcome her little bundle of joy, took to Instagram and shared a beautiful reel featuring a compilation of all her pictures and videos with Sanaya from her baby shower. In one picture, the duo can be seen hugging each other, while a video shows them having a serious discussion. Another clip from the reel shows Dhami displaying Irani’s special gift for her at Drashti’s baby shower. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Drashti Dhami 💜 (@dhamidrashti) Check out Mom-to-be Drashti Dhami’s Birthday Post for Sanaya Irani While sharing the sweet post, Dhami wrote, “Happy happy birthday sunny masi we love you. You’re gonna be the bestesttttttttt and my most favourite masi. Can’t wait to meet you and hug you and wish you HAPPY BDAY BABY... I love you soooo much. One of the bestest things that happened to me is you.” As soon as Dhami dropped the post, Sanaya reacted to it by saying, “Thank you and love you too, both my babies. Masi coming back soon.” About Drashti Dhami’s Pregnancy Announcement Drashti Dhami made a fun video announcing her pregnancy, with the help of their friends. Sharing the announcement, Drashti wrote, "In a galaxy not so far away, a tiny rebel is joining our crazy tribe. Please send love, blessings, cash & french fries our way #BabyKOnBoard (sic)." In the video, the couple can be seen standing with a poster that reads: "Could be Pink, Could be Blue. All we know is that we are due! October 2024." The couple got married in 2015. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Drashti Dhami 💜 (@dhamidrashti) Drashti Dhami’s Work Front On the professional front, Drashti was last seen in the series 'Duranga', co-starring Gulshan Devaiah. In the ZEE5 crime thriller created by Goldie Behl, Dhami plays the role of Inspector Ira, who grapples with the revelation that her husband is a serial killer. Apart from that, she has also been part of several TV soaps, such as 'Dil Mill Gayye', 'Geet - Hui Sabse Parayi', 'Madhubala - Ek Ishq Ek Junoon', and 'Ek Tha Raja Ek Thi Rani', among others.
18 September,2024 10:24 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIf you have shifted to Mumbai, the chances of you having a story to tell are high, especially when it comes to searching for a home. Asha Negi, the recent guest on Mid-day.com's Mumbai Meri Jaan, was no exception. The actress, in conversation with us, recalled sharing a 1 BHK with three girls in Malad's Evershine Nagar. Asha, who knew her calling to become an actress since childhood, shared that her family was totally against it. View this post on Instagram A post shared by mid-day (@middayindia) Life in Malad: Asha Negi recalled sharing a 1BHK with three roommates When asked if she remembered her first home in Mumbai, Asha Negi shared, "I remember when I was about to come to Mumbai, a friend of mine helped me make the move. She even helped me find a place to stay. She knew someone who needed a roommate, so I first stayed in Malad, Evershine Nagar. I used to live in the hall. It was a one-bedroom flat, and there were two sisters who lived in the bedroom while I stayed in the hall with one more girl. That's how I started sharing a flat with three girls.” Recalling the rent of her home in Malad, Asha shared that it was around 4500 per person. Considering the current real estate situation in Mumbai, we were surprised to hear the rent Negi used to pay 11 years ago. How Asha Negi's passion for acting began Though the mountains will always be her love, Asha came to Mumbai to become an actor. She had always known she wanted to be an actress since childhood. Recalling her early days, Asha shared: "Even in childhood, I used to get ready in front of the mirror, and I used to dance and act. I never took it seriously as a child, but as I grew up, somehow things fell into place. My family was completely against me becoming an actress because we had no connections, but then somehow things worked out." About Asha Negi Asha Negi gained wide recognition for her work in Ankita Lokhande & Sushant Singh Rajput starrer Pavitra Rishta. Before appearing in Pavitra Rishta, Asha Negi had a brief role in the popular show Bade Achhe Lagte Hain. Following her success in Pavitra Rishta, she ventured into various fictional and non-fictional TV shows like Nach Baliye 6, Ek Mutthi Aasmaan, Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 6, Kuch Toh Hai Tere Mere Darmiyaan, and more. Later, she transitioned to OTT platforms and starred in series like Khwabon Ke Parindey, Abhay, among others. Additionally, Asha has also acted in films such as Ludo and Collar Bomb.
18 September,2024 08:16 AM IST | Mumbai | Shachi ChaturvediIt seems like ‘Bigg Boss 17’ winner Munawar Faruqui can’t stop making headlines, that too for all the unfortunate reasons. About a month after he courted controversy for his derogatory joke about the Konkani community, he received a potential death threat in Delhi, following which, the stand-up comedian rushed to Mumbai. Threat to Munawar Faruqui’s life in Delhi According to a report by ETimes, Munawar Faruqui, who was in the national capital for the Entertainers Cricket League rushed to Mumbai after Delhi Police received intelligence about a potential threat to his life. The cops got the information when they were interrogating the suspects of another shooting case. The suspects confessed to being instructed to conduct reconnaissance of the hotel Munawar stayed for a murder. A search was conducted and Munawar’s room was examined by the police. “We were merely instructed to enhance security at the stadium where a match between two teams named Haryanvi Hunters and Mumbai Disruptors was scheduled to take place,” a police officer informed the media outlet. Munawar Faruqui’s journey in showbiz Munawar started his journey in 2020 after he uploaded a standup comedy video titled 'Dawood, Yamraaj, Aurat'. After that, he released his debut song 'Jawab' with Spectra, an Indian musician. He started his journey in showbiz in 2022 with the reality show 'Lock Upp', hosted by actress-politician Kangana Ranaut. He was crowned as the winner of the show. He was then seen in 'Bigg Boss 17' in 2023 and there too, he lifted the trophy. Munawar Faruqui to make his acting debut Munawar Faruqui, who has started filming his maiden web show 'First Copy', has called his acting debut an “exciting challenge.” He told IANS, "I am thrilled to be embarking on this new journey as an actor with First Copy. It's an exciting challenge, and I'm eagerly waiting for the audience to see this new side of me.” “The love and support I've received so far have been overwhelming, and I hope to make everyone proud with this web series," he added. Written and directed by Farhan P. Zamma, the film is produced by Kurji Productions and co-produced by Salt Media.
17 September,2024 09:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn the upcoming episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati season 16, Sanidhya Gupta, 19, a passionate sports enthusiast from Delhi will be seen on the hot seat, facing a barrage of questions from quizmaster Amitabh Bachchan. Currently pursuing his graduation in Economics Honours, Gupta claimed his true passion lies in sports, and dreamt of owning a sports team someday. During the interaction with the megastar, Gupta expressed his admiration for the Bachchan family’s involvement in sports, and revealed his aspiration to work as a data analyst or scientist in the sports industry. Sr Bachchan later promised to share Gupta’s dream with son Abhishek Bachchan and praised the contestant for showing true determination in pursuing this field.
17 September,2024 07:26 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamI’m nervous about interviews,” confesses Guru Randhawa as we catch up with the artiste at a local club in the city. Known to have created his mark in Punjabi music, he is now set to feature as a judge along with Sachin Sanghvi, Jigar Saraiya, Sachet Tandon, and Parampara Thakur on the singing reality show, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa. “This show is a new chapter in my life. To judge such a legendary show is a big deal,” he says, adding that he doesn’t believe in being strict with contestants. Having written and composed his own music, Randhawa emphasised the importance of independent music in the industry. He says, “I have always done independent music from day one. I am not dependent on Bollywood, nor am I someone who waits for calls or to be offered a singing part in movies. Everyone should be independent. Any contestant coming here should eventually aim to become independent. This stage, over the years, has created a lot of talent. Whether somebody wins the show or not, what they do after the show is what really matters.” Randhawa views his Sa Re Ga Ma Pa associates, especially his co-judges, as family. “I have worked with Sachet-Parampara on the single, Mehndi wale haath, and they gave a song to my film, Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay [2024]. I have worked with Sachin-Jigar on an entire album, Arjun Patiala [2019],” shares the singer. Apart from his judging duties and film shoots, Randhawa is also gearing up for a nationwide music tour, set to kick off in October. He shares, “We are doing a tour all over India from October. Big arenas have been shortlisted; the rest will be conducted on grounds. We are [performing at] IGI Stadium in Delhi, Gandhi Maidaan in Patna, Guwahati, and Indore. It’s going to be a fun tour. We are bringing some great acts on stage.”
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