The popular show, Tenali Rama, is set to return to television screens with a thrilling twist—it will introduce a new character, Girgit, played by Sumit Kaul. Girgit is not just another antagonist; he is a complex character whose mastery of disguise, and cunning nature make him a significant challenge to the courtier, Tenali Rama. Talking about the role, Kaul shares,“Girgit is a character unlike any I’ve played before—layered, strategic, and unpredictable. He’s the kind of villain audiences will be drawn to, despite his dark nature.”
26 November,2024 07:38 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamKanwar Dhillon and Alice Kaushik have been dating each other for almost four years now, and recently their love life became a topic of discussion after the two made some contradictory statements related to their marriage plans. While Alice revealed that Kanwar proposed to her for marriage, the latter clearly denied all such claims, stating there is still five years' time until he gets settled. Now, as Alice Kaushik is out of the Bigg Boss house, the actress, who entered the controversial reality show as a Top 2 contender, cleared all misunderstandings in an interview with us at Mid-Day. Alice Kaushik on Kanwar Dhillon’s marriage comment Firstly, while addressing whether all is okay between them, Alice Kaushik shared, "There is no misunderstanding between us. Mujhe aur Kanwar ko apne relationship par bohot zyada bharosa hai and bohot zyada faith hai. The relationship that we have is very strong and, in fact, abhi 4 saal ho jayenge humein is waqt mein, so it's a very strong relationship, and it's not just that we are seeing each other or we are dating." Further, when we asked Alice about the proposal, she clarified that when Kanwar approached her, he had his mind clear that, in the end, he wanted to be with her. Talking about the same, she shared, "When Kanwar approached me, it was, 'I want to end up with you. I want to get married to you.' It was never like right now. It was more like, eventually, I want to get married to you. So that sentence got twisted, and it also got misunderstood." Alice Kaushik on why she dislike Karan Veer Mehra Alice didn't only talk about her personal life but also shed light on her Bigg Boss journey. Disappointed by her eviction, the actress had hoped that she would stay a little longer. Further, when questioned about the reason behind her strong disliking towards Karan Veer Mehra, she shared, "I dislike him so much because woh bohot hi nakli insaan hai." While talking about the incident that made her turn against Karan, she revealed that when Avinash Mishra wanted to talk to the housemates in return for giving ration, Karan Veer was busy massaging his ego, and that triggered her disliking towards Mehra. She said, "Aapka jo bhi problem hai Avinash se, clear kar lo na. Pura ration kyun rok rahe ho? Aap ye kyun bol rahe ho, 'Alice ko bulao tab mera ego feed hoga,' and wahaan se meri disliking shuru hui Karan ki taraf." While concluding the chat, she gave some hashtags to the housemates. She called Vivian the best and labeled Karan Veer the worst.
26 November,2024 07:35 AM IST | Mumbai | Shachi ChaturvediAyushi Khurana stepped into the role of an investigative reporter with her latest show, Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile. While she understood the nuances of portraying a journalist, her preparation was more observational than research-driven. Her director, Uttam Ahlawat, filled the gaps. “I didn’t do any research, but I did observe how reporting happens in the entertainment beat. I would observe how journalists behaved, their body language; I was always learning while watching the news. Earlier, I watched the news to increase my knowledge; now I watch it to learn more about how my character carries herself. I have learnt everything from interacting with the journalists I meet. I didn’t see political news; it was more about business-related reports. The rest was filled in by my director,” shares the actor. Ayushi Khurana As is common with TV shows, storylines tend to shift once family and romantic tracks take precedence. Khurana confirms that her character remains focused on her profession despite the demands of her domestic life. “I feel family is a priority that comes in every woman’s life. Someday, when I get married, family will become my priority too. For Reet [her character], her job is her priority, so much so that she leaves her own wedding to cover a story. Reporting is her life,” says Khurana, adding that she acknowledges the unpredictability of audience reactions and TRP reports. “You cannot say which show will work and for how long. All we can do is give it our all,” she states. Although she is relatively new to the industry with three shows to her credit, Khurana is slowly learning the craft with each project. “I take it positively. When I look back at my journey and my previous shows, I feel I am getting better with each performance. I was not a very good actor when I started off, but it’s changing now. When I see my previous shows, I feel I could have done better,” she shares.
26 November,2024 07:33 AM IST | Mumbai | Letty Mariam AbrahamActress Dipshikkha Nagppal, who is seen in the show “Megha Barsenge”, says that mental health doesn’t discriminate and that celebrities talking about the issue can help others. “People look up to celebrities, and when they speak openly about issues like mental health, it sends a powerful message. Mental health doesn’t discriminate, no matter how successful or wealthy you are, it can affect anyone. Recognising it and taking action can truly transform your life”, she said. The actress talked about how she sought professional help during her tough times. “I sought help from my doctor, Anjali Chhabria, during some of the toughest times in my life, including my divorce. Back then, I found myself reacting very differently to my children, something I couldn’t understand. “I had always wanted kids, so I kept questioning why I was speaking to them with so much frustration and anger. My doctor explained that my reactions were tied to my emotional struggles. I was a new mother at the time, and there was no elder in my home to guide me or my children through what was happening”, she said. The actress said that therapy changed everything. “It helped me build a beautiful relationship with my children. That’s why my advice is to not wait until you’re upset or depressed to see a therapist. Even when you’re happy, therapy can help you grow and understand yourself better. It gives you a safe space to talk, where someone listens without judgment and helps you make sense of things". “When we talk to friends or family, it’s rare to find someone who truly listens without imposing their perspective. Most people don’t want to hear what they consider “drama” and often give advice based on their understanding, not your reality. That’s why seeking expert help is so important it helps you live life in a way that feels meaningful and fulfilling", she added. 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
25 November,2024 08:14 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSBigg Boss 18 has reached its halfway point, and today's eviction came as a shock. Alice Kaushik, who entered the house as one of the Top 2 contestants, was eliminated. Meanwhile, Hina Khan, who is battling stage three cancer, entered the Bigg Boss 18 Weekend Ka Vaar episode and gave a reality check to everyone in the house. The "Sher Khan" of Bigg Boss history first made her entry on stage and met Salman Khan, who asked Hina about her cancer journey and how she is fighting it. The actress was seen getting emotional and teary-eyed while speaking to Salman and later to Bigg Boss about her battle with cancer. Alice Kaushik's elimination Alice Kaushik was introduced to viewers as one of the Top 2 contestants, alongside Vivian Dsena. However, as Bigg Boss stated, this season is all about 'Time Ka Tandav,' and the audience's vote decided that even after being called one of the Top 2, Alice Kaushik had to say goodbye to the housemates due to receiving the least votes. Her eviction was even more surprising when Salman Khan asked who feared their time would end today, and Alice was the only one who raised her hand. When Alice raised her hand, Salman told her not to manifest negative thoughts, as it had come true for her. Hina Khan enters the Bigg Boss house Hina Khan first met Salman Khan on stage, who introduced her as Sher Khan. As Hina met Salman on stage, he asked her, "Beat kardiya?" and that’s when Hina got emotional. She shared that she had just finished chemotherapy and was still fighting. Salman reassured Hina that she would 1000% beat the disease and come out healthy. Later, she entered the house and gave the housemates a reality check. She specifically asked Karan Veer Mehra to open his eyes, as Shilpa Shirodkar was "riding two boats" while keeping Vivian Dsena as her priority. Hina Khan’s battle against breast cancer The actress was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in June 2024 and has been fighting this battle bravely. She has been documenting her journey and openly discussing the stigma surrounding hair loss during chemotherapy. The Bigg Boss 11 runner-up shaved her head before she started losing her hair and made a wig out of it, which she confidently wears. She also shared a post about battling the loss of her eyelashes due to chemotherapy.
24 November,2024 11:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIt was once, a few years back, when Krushna Abhishek refused to be a part of The Kapil Sharma Show, where his uncle Govinda and aunt Sunita Ahuja were supposedly coming as guests. Now, years after that one decision that led to a prolonged feud, for the first time in years, Govinda and Krushna will share the same screen space on the upcoming episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show, officially putting the feud to rest. The mama-bhanja duo will be seen dancing, laughing, and hugging each other during the episode. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priyansh Tripathi (@priyanshxedits) Govinda-Krushna patch-up A promo of The Great Indian Kapil Show has been doing the rounds, featuring Govinda, Chunky Panday, and Shakti Kapoor entering as the guests. Govinda looks dashing, and this marks his first on-screen appearance after the gunshot incident. The episode promo also features Krushna and Govinda dancing together. Krushna Abhishek's sister and actress Arti Singh was also present as a guest in the episode. The mama-bhatija hugged each other, leaving Arti in tears as she witnessed this emotional moment. The clip has Krushna saying, "Bohot saal baad mile hain, ab jaane nahi dunga." In one scene, Govinda humorously calls Krushna a "Gadha." About Govinda and Krushna's feud Krushna made a joke on his show related to Govinda, which the latter found disrespectful. This marked the beginning of a seven-year-long feud. Later, Krushna's wife, Kashmera Shah, made a tweet targeting Govinda, which acted as fuel to the fire. Over the years, both parties commented about each other through the media, deepening the rift further. It was after seven years that both parties put the feud to rest when Govinda attended his niece Arti Singh's wedding. Later, after Govinda's gun-firing incident, Kashmera Shah was among the first to visit the hospital after he suffered a self-inflicted injury. About Govinda's gunshot injury "I was about to leave for a show in Kolkata. It was about 5 in the morning. Aur uss time par vo giri aur chal padi (and it just fell and went off). I was shocked by what happened, and when I looked down, I saw a fountain of blood. Then I made a video, spoke to the doctor, and got admitted," the actor had told reporters after he was discharged from the hospital.
24 November,2024 03:35 PM IST | MumbaiDuring the Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss 18, Bollywood superstar and host Salman Khan addressed his viral video from 1998. In the said video, he was in a police station in Jodhpur over the ongoing infamous blackbuck poaching case and was given the tag of being "arrogant". It was his body language and its interpretation by spectators that got him the tag. Salman Khan clarifies about viral police station video During the Weekend Ka Vaar episode, Salman recalled the moment while having a conversation with Rajat Dalal, over the contestant’s body language in the show. Talking about his old video, Salman said, "If you have seen my old clips, it might seem like, 'Look at Salman Khan, how arrogantly he is sitting at a police station'. But mera koi involvement tha hi nahi toh main vaha par jaake daru kyu? (There was no involvement of mine in that, so why should I be scared?)" The 'Dabangg' star said that now when he looks back, he realises he should have respected the uniform irrespective of his involvement in the blackbuck poaching case. "When an official or senior person arrives, you stand up and respect their badge and their uniform. Today, when I see those old clips, I don't feel good about the incident myself. Woh bachpane mein kya harkat kar gaya main (That was juvenile behaviour)," he said. "I have a style of walking, a body language, which I cannot change now, but people think that's arrogance. No, it's not." The star was then seen schooling Rajat for talking about “connections” in the outside world. "We all have bid goodbye to our past life when we were 17-18. I had gone and apologised to everyone. Bhai jitne jhagde the, chhod diya, hero bann raha hoon (We had fights, left all of that, I was becoming a hero). And everyone supported me in the journey. That is how it should be if you want to start work in this industry.” About the blackbuck poaching case Salman Khan and other actors including Saif Ali Khan, Sonali Bendre, Neelam Kothair were accused of hunting down two blackbucks in Kankani village near Jodhpur. The actors were in the city for the shooting of the film Hum Saath - Saath Hain in the late 90s. Salman has been in the limelight for the case since the past 20 years. The case has been making news again owing to the involvement of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi who has threatened to kill the superstar for allegedly hunting down blackbuck, an animal considered sacred in the Bishnoi community.
24 November,2024 11:33 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBigg Boss 18 has reached almost halfway through, and the competition is now getting intense with each passing day. Today, on the Bigg Boss 18 Weekend Ka Vaar episode, Salman Khan was seen schooling housemates, and that is when Kashish Kapoor and Digvijay Rathee got into a war of words yet again. This time, the topic was the same— their Splitsvilla grudge. It looks like neither of them is ready to let go of the fight they had, but today's episode led to shocking revelations. When Digvijay blamed Kashish for taking sympathy by crying live, she revealed that she was actually getting rape threats. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kashish Kapoor (@kashishkapoor302) Yes, you read that right. At times, people don't understand the extent to which they should not go, and more often, they cross the line. That is what happened with Kashish when the finale episode of Splitsvilla aired. After she chose money over playing the finale, taking away Digvijay's chance to play the final game, she was subjected to social media scrutiny, trolls, abuse, and, moreover, several rape threats. While explaining her side of the story for the first time on the show, Kashish Kapoor broke down in tears yet again. This was, in fact, the most interesting part of today's episode. What kept us all hooked further was the precap of tomorrow's episode. Tomorrow's episode will feature Hina Khan joining Salman Khan. Hina Khan to enter Bigg Boss house Earlier, the makers of the show dropped a promo of Hina joining Salman on Weekend Ka Vaar. The actress was seen breaking down in tears as Salman assured her that she would be 1,000% fine soon. Salman introduced Hina Khan as a real-life fighter while she talked about the tag of 'Sher Khan' that she earned during her time in the Bigg Boss 11 house. Later, Hina will be entering the house and will give Karan Veer Mehra a reality check. She will also school Shilpa Shirodkar for her double standards. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ColorsTV (@colorstv) Hina Khan’s battle against breast cancer Hina Khan was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer in June 2024 and has been fighting this battle bravely. She has been documenting her journey and openly talking about the stigma of hair loss during chemotherapy. The Bigg Boss 11 runner-up shaved her head before she started losing her hair and made a wig out of it, which she dons confidently. She also shared a post about battling the loss of her eyelashes due to chemotherapy.
23 November,2024 11:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentHina Khan, the actress who came out as the runner-up in Bigg Boss 11, will be joining Salman Khan during this Bigg Boss 18 Weekend Ka Vaar, and one promo of the show is out now. Apart from the promo, Hina herself took to her Instagram and shared a series of pictures with Salman, attaching them with a heartfelt caption. In her post, Hina shared that Salman made an effort to meet her personally and that he sat down with her to discuss every little detail about her cancer treatment. While sharing the pictures of her meeting with Salman, Hina wrote, "I always find something to take back from my meetings with the most humble and kind @beingsalmankhan. This time though, it was different. The effort he made to meet me after his long and tiring day of shooting, standing all day doing what he does, really touched my heart, Salman. He called me and sat me down for close to an hour, asked about every little detail of my treatment, and the way he tried to boost my confidence was unlike anything. He not only shared his experiences and knowledge but also made sure I left as a ‘more confident person’ than before. He assured me that I will be fine.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by 𝑯𝒊𝒏𝒂 𝑲𝒉𝒂𝒏 (@realhinakhan) She further continued and shared, “The point is, he didn’t need to do all this, but he did. Being who he is, how busy he is, how swamped with work he is, he still managed to extend his support personally. It’s not just heartfelt support for me—it’s also a lesson. And I shall never forget it. Thank you for being you, Salman. My highest regards for you, always." Promo of Hina Khan at Bigg boss 18 weekend ka vaar Earlier, the makers of the show dropped a promo of Hina joining Salman on Weekend Ka Vaar. The actress was seen breaking down in tears as Salman assured her that she would be 1,000% fine soon. Salman introduced Hina Khan as a real-life fighter while she talked about the tag of 'Sher Khan' that she earned during her time in the Bigg Boss 11 house. View this post on Instagram A post shared by JioCinema (@officialjiocinema) Hina Khan’s Battle Against Breast Cancer The actress was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer in June 2024 and has been fighting this battle bravely. She has been documenting her journey and openly talking about the stigma of hair loss during chemotherapy. The Bigg Boss 11 runner-up shaved her head before she started losing her hair and made a wig out of it, which she dons confidently. She also shared a post about battling the loss of her eyelashes due to chemotherapy.
23 November,2024 06:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe wait is over! The biggest news of the year is out now. The makers have dropped the launch date of one of the most iconic shows of its time. Yes, you guessed it right—'CID', which is all set to mark its return with the legendary cast Shivaji Satam (ACP Pradyuman), Dayanand Shetty (Daya), and Aditya Srivastava (Abhijeet), has now announced its launch date.'CID', which has captivated audiences for over two decades, is set to make an explosive return on 21st December on Sony Entertainment Television and will air every Saturday and Sunday at 10 PM. New trailer of CID Fans have been eagerly celebrating this thrilling revival, reliving their childhood memories, and were shocked to see the first promo where a deadly bullet hit their beloved Daya. But in a jaw-dropping twist, Daya makes a heroic return with his signature style, entering “darwaza todkar” with a hard-hitting dialogue: '"Dushman bhi mujhe mita nahi paaye, main wapas aagaya, apne liye ladne aur jo bhool gaya hai, usse yaad dilane ke liye – ‘Daya is back!’"' Watch the 'CID' trailer to find out more. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sony Entertainment Television (@sonytvofficial) Fans react to CID trailer As soon as the trailer was dropped, fans started reacting to the clip. One wrote, '“Finally... 21 DEC season 2 date and 21 January 1998 season 1 date.”' Another wrote, '“Aaj sabse bada gift humein mila hai...Thank you, Sony.”' A third fan commented, '“Yeeeee finalyyy! 1st 'CID' bhi 21 ko hi shuru hua tha, ye bhi 21 ko hi ho raha hai. Excited!”' Dayanand Shetty on returining with CID Dayanand Shetty, who plays Daya, shared his excitement: '“Some characters are etched in the minds and hearts of the people, and Daya is one of them. I'm overwhelmed with the love and admiration that continues to pour in, even after all these years. The memes, the jokes, the references—it's all a testament to the impact that Daya has had on popular culture. I feel grateful and humbled to be reprising my role as Daya for a new season of 'CID,' and I promise to bring the same intensity and passion that has made Daya such a loved character. It's time to break some more doors and solve some more cases!”' 'CID' returns to Sony Entertainment Television on 21st December and will air every Saturday and Sunday at 10 PM.
23 November,2024 03:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFilms seem to be the next stop for Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia after television soaps and reality shows. She is making her movie debut with the Punjabi offering, Shaunki Sardar, led by singer-actor Guru Randhawa. Yesterday, the team wrapped up the first schedule of the Dheeraj Rattan-directed rom-com in Australia. To Ahluwalia, her maiden film is all about “learning and growing,” and to do that against the scenic backdrop of Melbourne has been pure bliss, she says. “Melbourne’s vibrant backdrop perfectly complements our action-packed narrative. Shooting here felt like a dream—it has a mix of urban charm and natural beauty. Despite the rigorous schedule, the team was always excited because the city has so much to offer,” states the actor, who is looking forward to the December schedule Down Under. One’s maiden film can be both an exhilarating as well as daunting affair. Ahluwalia credits her co-star and producer Randhawa for guiding her through the experience. The actor, recently seen in Khatron Ke Khiladi 14, adds, “Guru is a powerhouse of talent, not just as a singer-actor, but also as a producer. His involvement in every aspect of the film made it feel like a passion project.”
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