Actor Karan Kundrra, who turned a year older on Friday, has special plans in place to celebrate his birthday in a low-key gathering with family and friends. This year, his birthday holds extra significance as he welcomed two adorable pet dogs, Daku and Majnu, into his family with his girlfriend Tejaswini. Sharing his plans, Karan said, “I’m having a quiet birthday this year with my family and friends. It’s always special to spend quality time with your close ones, and what better way to celebrate your birthday than with them”. He further mentioned, “I’m grateful for the love I’ve received this year and feel blessed. This year it’s even more special with two little buddies Daku and Majnu”. For over 15 years, Karan has ruled the hearts of audiences across various mediums. From becoming a household name on television to earning youth icon status as a reality show mentor, and now carving a niche in films and OTT platforms, he has consistently proven his talent. Karan is also known for being a family man, often cherishing moments with his parents and sisters. On the work front, Karan recently wrapped up filming for the cooking comedy show ‘Laughter Chefs’ and has an exciting slate of upcoming projects, which will be announced soon. Karan made his acting debut with the television show ‘Kitani Mohabbat Hai’. He went on to then star in ‘Kitani Mohabbat Hai 2’, ‘Yeh Kahan Aa Gaye Hum’, ‘Dil Hi Toh Hai’ and ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’ and hosted reality shows like ‘MTV Love School’, ‘Dance Deewane Juniors’ and ‘Temptation Island India’. He has also featured in films like ‘Mubarakan’, ‘1921’ and ‘Tera Kya Hoga Lovely’. In 2021, he participated in the reality show ‘Bigg Boss 15’ and emerged as the 2nd runner-up. The actor has been dating actress Tejasswi Prakash since 2021. They first met while working on ‘Ladies vs Gentlemen’ and started dating in ‘Bigg Boss 15’. 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
11 October,2024 07:54 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSTelevision actress Rubina Dilaik recently walked the ramp for designer Archana Kochhar where she accidentally stumbled in high heels as she sashayed in style on the runway. Rubina, however, did not let this small hurdle bother her and finished it off in style. She also shared the video of the same on Instagram, which instantly went viral. Rubina Dilaik stumbles in high heels during ramp walk Designer Archana Kochhar posted a video of Rubina Dilaik on Instagram where she walked the ramp in a bespoke alternate rani pink anant lehenga. She wrote in the caption, “Did she stumble? No she slayed”. Rubina shared another post with pictures of her look for the night and wrote, “It was an absolute pleasure and a delight to walk for @archanakochharofficial! She is impeccable with her design and lovable in her demeanor.” Rubina Dilaik reveals faces of twin daughters On the auspicious occasion of the first day of Navratri, Rubina Dilaik and Abhinav Shukla delighted their fans by revealing the adorable faces of their twin daughters, Edhaa and Jeeva. Taking to Instagram, Rubina and Abhinav posted an adorable picture of their twins on Thursday. From portraits of daughters to happy family pictures, Rubina-Abhinav's album is full of love. Along with the post, they wrote, "On this auspicious occasion of Navratri, introducing Edhaa & Jeeva (E&J). Thank you all for waiting patiently!" Rubina became the talk of the town with their stint on 'Bigg Boss 14'. She and Abhinav had tied the knot in June 2018. They welcomed their twin girls on November 27, 2023. Rubina Dilaik’s work front Rubina Dilaik started her acting career on the TV show 'Chotti Bahu'. She essayed the role of Radhika Shastri Purohit, alongside Avinash Sachdev, who played the role of Dev. She has then featured in shows like 'Saas Bina Sasural', 'Punar Vivah – Ek Nayi Umeed', 'Devon Ke Dev...Mahadev', and 'Shakti – Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki'. Rubina also participated in 'Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 12'. Tushar Kalia emerged as the winner of the season, while Faisal Shaikh became the first runner-up. She was also the first runner-up in the dance reality show 'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 10'. The season was hosted by Manish Paul, and judged by Karan Johar, Madhuri Dixit, Nora Fatehi, and Terence Lewis.
10 October,2024 10:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSalman Khan Bigg Boss Season 18 has started, and it took contestants just two days to understand the math and dive into the competition of "who gets the most footage." While the prisoners got some powers, the lack of ration has become a topic once again—but what's new in that? Same strategy, same drama, and then there’s Sara Afreen, who is quite evidently picking fights, proving she’s doing it just for the sake of it. Let's dissect the drama of the latest episode. Sara Afreen ka 'sara' drama decoded View this post on Instagram A post shared by ColorsTV (@colorstv) It looks like Sara Arfeen Khan has watched too many episodes of Bigg Boss before entering the house because she was quite literally pretending and being fake throughout the episode. But why are we calling Sara pretentious? The episode started with a discussion about the lack of food. Afterward, the entire house had lunch, though nobody got the portion they needed. Sara decided to make it a "mudda" because, well, "footage to chahiye na." She went to the washroom area and discussed the matter with Shilpa Shirodkar, telling her to call out Karan Veer Mehra for taking more food. Her argument? "Jisne task haraya hai, vo zyada khayega toh mujhe dukh hoga." Yeah, we agree, it was an utterly baseless argument. When Shilpa didn’t give much weight to Sara’s complaints, she decided to create an even bigger ruckus. Now, you must be wondering how? She came to the hall area and started screaming at the top of her lungs. This grabbed everyone's attention and, voila, she had her camera time. During the fight, Shehzada Dhami also stepped in and called Sara "bloody illogical," and we couldn't diagree. The first nomination of Bigg Boss 18 This was just the first part of the episode, but who knew the season’s first nomination task would happen so soon? Just when we thought it was a chill episode, Bigg Boss threw in the first nomination task of the season, and we realised that a chameleon is slower than a Bigg Boss contestant. People who were pretending to be nice took no time to fire shots at their co-contestants. While Eisha Singh, Shilpa Shirodkar, Shehzada Dhami, Hema Sharma, Vivian Dsena, Alice Kaushik, Avinash Mishra, Gunratan Sadavarte and others called Chaahat Pandey fake, many also targeted Gunratan Singh. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ColorsTV (@colorstv) What was surprising, however, was Mr. Singh, who had been pretending to be very generous towards everyone, quickly lost his cool and charged at Karan Veer Mehra. He was seen completely losing it. Finally, three more names that came up for nomination were Avinash Mishra, Muskan Bame, and Karan Veer Singh. Vivian also lost his cool when Chahat tried to nominate him. The fun part here? Dsena has been trying to play the cool and calm intellectual in the house. What didn’t make it to the final cut? While Chaahat Pandey tried hard to pick a fight over which bed to choose and even pretended to be in tears when she couldn’t use the restroom, it didn’t come across well—perhaps she didn’t rehearse well this time. Well, that’s all for Day 3! Stay tuned to mid-day.com for more updates and reports on Bigg Boss 18
10 October,2024 07:47 AM IST | MumbaiEver since she started working on the small screen, she has made sure that women are in the center. Popular television star Deepika Singh says it is a conscious effort and that she is very particular about the fact that her work should have an impact. Talking about picking up a roles with women being the centre theme, Deepika told IANS exclusively: "Yes, it is a conscious effort. I am very particular when I take on a role, and that’s why I take time to choose my projects. The shows or work I take on should have an impact—a powerful one—or should be remembered through the years.” “When I heard this show, I felt I fit into it seamlessly, and though it’s challenging, it gave me strength to want to do it. I love challenges. The character of Mangal is naive and strong for me and for all the women who face similar situations," added the actress, who gained the spotlight with “Diya Aur Baati Hum”, where she played IPS Sandhya Rathi. The 35-year-old actress made a comeback with “Mangal Lakshmi”, which has turned out to be one of the most popular shows on the small screen. How does it feel? To which, the actress said: “When you take up a show, you don’t know if it will do well or not. You go into it with conviction and hope to get the best of it. My parents and my in-laws were eager to get back, and that too with a bang, their blessings and prayers, and my hard work have paid off for my fans, who have always stood by me.” Deepika continued, “I feel blessed and loved, and I shall continue to give my very best in all that I do for the love and sake of everyone who has immense faith in me. Destiny helps, but without hard work, nothing gains popularity. I am glad our efforts are paying off.” The New Delhi born actress strongly believes the show empowers women and that her character is “relatable” to women who are housemakers in today’s world. She said: “Mangal is a house maker, and she takes a stand for all that is righteous. It’s relatable hugely to women who are housemakers in today’s world; they feel empowered because a part of them is as powerful as any working lady, and this character of Mangal has shades of the power in her, which is every woman’s strength.” “I'm glad it’s being accepted widely and widely.” With soaring TRP of the show, Deepika is overwhelmed by all the love pouring in. She said: “Very overwhelming, it feels absolutely fantastic and ecstatic. Also is a promise and assurance to know that the show is here to stay. A good TRP brings on the longevity of a show, and it’s a pat on one’s back to continue giving your best.” "Mangal Lakshmi" airs on Colors. 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
09 October,2024 09:24 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSIn the weekend episode of the reality television show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, Jay Jha, a contestant from Bihar, is said to impress the judges and audiences with his rendition of the 1990s chartbuster, Chaiyya chaiyya from Dil Se (1998). He also credited mentors, composer duo Sachin-Jigar for guiding him in delivering the flawless performance. Sachin revealed learning the technique from Sonu Nigam when they were assisting Rajesh Roshan on Krrish (2006). The composer said, “We met Sonu bhaiyya for the first time when he came to record the song, Pyaar ki ek kahani. I thought it would be a cakewalk for him. But he wrote down the entire song in his book and marked the areas he wanted to improvise. When Jay was a little confused on how to deliver his song, I told him to use this technique. I am glad it worked out for him.”
09 October,2024 07:21 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamActress Devoleena Bhattacharjee has recalled fond memories of celebrating Durga Puja and said that as a child, she loved helping with the puja arrangements, and it made her feel close to Goddess Durga. Recalling some memories of the festival, Devoleena said: “Durga Puja has always been such a special time for me. I have so many memories of waking up early, heading to the pandals with my family, and soaking in the festive atmosphere.” “As a child, I used to love helping with the puja arrangements, and it always made me feel close to Maa Durga. The lights, the sound of the dhaak (drums), and being surrounded by so much joy are things I look forward to every year,” added the actress. Talking about how she plans to celebrate this time, the actress said that this year things are different. Devoleena said: “I’m in Mumbai, busy shooting for Chhathi Maiyya Ki Bitiya, so I can’t go pandal hopping like I usually do. While I miss the excitement of being at the pandals, I’m celebrating in my own way, with prayers and reflections at home.” It’s a very special time for Devoleena. She said: “I feel Maa Durga’s blessings even more this year.” The actress shared the reason behind her excitement for next year’s celebrations. “Even though I can’t go pandal hopping, I’m already so excited about next year, when I’ll get to experience it with my little one! That thought fills me with so much joy.” “I pray that Maa Durga keeps everyone healthy and happy and blesses me and my family with good health and happiness. Durga Puja is all about love, togetherness, and devotion, and even though I’m celebrating from afar, I feel connected to the spirit of the festival.” The 39-year-old actress, who gained stardom by playing the role of Gopi bahu in the show “Saath Nibhaana Saathiya”, is expecting her first child with her husband, Shahnawaz Shaikh, after two years of marriage. "Chhathi Maiyya Ki Bitiya" airs on Sun Neo.
08 October,2024 10:51 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSIn an electrifying kickoff, Salman Khan launched the highly anticipated Bigg Boss 18 with the theme "Time Ka Taandav," promising viewers an exhilarating blend of past, present, and future. From Shilpa Shirodkar, Chahat Pandey, and Vivian Dsena to several other well-known faces from different fields have entered the show. For the participants, this show is a shortcut to fame, however, for Salman, who has been hosting it for years, it comes bearing a mammoth paycheck. Salman Khan’s salary for Bigg Boss 18 will leave you stunned Salman Khan is known to be a crowd-puller, be it in movies or television. His stint on the ‘Weekend Ka Vaar’ has become a mandatory watch for telly fanatics. According to a report by Hindustan Times, “The star has indeed hiked his remuneration from last season but his fees are a combination of per episode fees and a lump sum contract amount. The final figure does come close to the Rs 60 crore per month quoted in reports. Sources say that if the season goes on for 15 weeks as in the previous season, the actor is set to earn close to Rs 250 crore, a staggering amount.” Meet the contestants of Bigg Boss 18 The contestants are Arfeen Khan, Sara Arfeen Khan, Tajinder Bagga, Gunaratna Sadavarte, Avinash Mishra, Rajat Dalal, Hema Sharma, Eisha Singh, Shrutika, Muskan Bamne, Nyrraa Banerjee, Chahat Pandey, Alice Kaushik, Chum Darang, Karan Veer Mehra, Shilpa Shirodkar, and Vivian Dsena. The grand premiere offered a glimpse into the luxurious new house that contestants will call home. Viewers were treated to an extensive tour showcasing a spacious living room, an expansive kitchen, and an intriguing confession room. Notably, the house features a unique jail area designed to resemble a cave, adding an extra layer of excitement to the show. This season, Bigg Boss is set to unveil the contestants' futures, which stated, "Iss baar Bigg Boss jante hain gharwalon ka future." The competition this season features 18 contestants vying for the coveted winner's trophy, with substantial prize money on the line. Bigg Boss 18 is set to keep audiences on the edge of their seats, blending drama, strategy, and now, an intriguing theme of time travel.
08 October,2024 10:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSalman Khan hosted 'Bigg Boss 18' has just started, and before the contestants could do anything controversial, the reality show is already making headlines for the wrong reasons. This is due to one of the contestants in the house, raising questions about the show. YouTuber Shwetabh Gangwar has come forward to call out the makers of the show for bringing Rajat Dalal inside the house. In his statement, he called Rajat a criminal and questioned 'Bigg Boss' for setting a wrong example by allowing him on the show. What did the YouTuber say? A video of Shwetabh has emerged on Reddit in which he says, "When I heard this, I felt something was wrong. Like incredibly wrong. And I am going through an extreme emotion right now." He further added, "I feel the 'Bigg Boss' team and the people responsible for the selection of contestants have no moral values or boundaries. They don’t consider humanity... There is this person (Rajat) with criminal cases filed against him; he has reportedly hit someone with a helmet... We know there is violent, aggressive, and criminal activity involved... The team brought him to the show thinking he would be a good addition. They are giving him crores of money and more visibility." "I have no hope now... We have failed as a society. This is bewildering. They can go to this extent to garner TRPs and money... There are cases against him; what is happening to them?" he continued. All about 'Bigg Boss 18' Chahat Pandey, Avinash Mishra, Shehzada Dhami, Shilpa Shirodkar, Tajinder Singh Bagga, Shrutika Arjun, Nyrraa M Banerji, Chum Darang, Karanveer Mehra, Rajat Dalal, Muskaan Bamne, Eisha Singh, Hema Sharma, Vivian Dsena, Alice Kaushik, and Gadhraj are the 19 contestants of 'Bigg Boss 18'. Watch 'Bigg Boss 18', co-powered by BellaVita Perfumes, Vaseline Body Lotion, and Parle 20-20 Cookies, with special partners Ching’s Schezwan Chutney and Go Cheese, beauty partner Blue Heaven, hygiene partner Harpic Disinfectant Bathroom Cleaner, and associate partner Galaxy Chocolates. The new episodes air from Monday to Friday at 10:00 PM only on COLORS, and the 24-hour LIVE channel is available on JioCinema for premium subscribers.
08 October,2024 09:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKundali Bhagya actor Shraddha Arya is all set to embrace motherhood, but that doesn’t deter her from working. “The Kundali Bhagya family has gone above and beyond to accommodate my needs and make sure I’m comfortable while working on the show. They have adjusted the shooting schedules and accommodated my request to work from home. They have ensured that every technical detail is perfectly managed so that the quality of the show isn’t compromised,” shares Arya.
08 October,2024 07:41 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamSpecial appearances and collaborations aren’t exclusive to films; they happen on television too. The makers of Wagle Ki Duniya are bringing back Gulki Joshi as SHO Haseena Mallik from Maddam Sir, which went off-air last year. Adding to the excitement, the cast of Pushpa Impossible will also feature in the upcoming episodes. The Wagle family A source reveals that the storyline will centre on survivors and victims of sexual assault. “The Wagle family will organise a garba night, during which a woman is violated. Haseena Mallik arrives to investigate the crime, appearing in four episodes.” For Joshi, working with JD Majethia and Hats Off Productions has always been a dream. “Stepping into Haseena’s role feels like coming home. I’ve watched many episodes of Wagle Ki Duniya and am thrilled to join a production house I’m comfortable with,” she shares. Although the concept isn’t new, Joshi believes it maintains a sense of reality. She admits that similar themes were explored in Maddam Sir, but Wagle Ki Duniya takes it “a notch higher”. “These episodes are more intense. Whether it’s films, TV, or OTT, I love storylines and characters that try to give back to society. Wagle Ki Duniya is doing an excellent job addressing sensitive issues,” Joshi says. She acknowledges that a single episode won’t change society, but believes that if it enlightens even one person, the mission will be accomplished. As a cop, Joshi’s portrayal has inspired many young fans. “Girls would tell me I inspired them to become police officers. Some said watching my show gave them strength during tough times. I hope these small changes create a ripple effect in society.”
08 October,2024 07:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Letty Mariam AbrahamIf the ’90s are clear in your mind, you’d remember that Shilpa Shirodkar was a sensation, especially when paired opposite Govinda, Mithun Chakraborty, Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty. The actor quit the industry in 2000 after tying the knot with Holland-based businessman Aparesh Ranjit. In 2017, she returned to acting with the television show, Savitri Devi College & Hospital. But it is her latest stint in Bigg Boss 18 that she is most looking forward to. In a conversation with mid-day, before entering the house, Shirodkar shares her excitement of being part of the reality show, making new memories, her stand in a conflict and more. Edited excerpts from the interview. What made Bigg Boss the ideal way to begin a new chapter in showbiz?I’m a huge fan of Bigg Boss, and I mean that in all seriousness. I’ve watched all the seasons. Somewhere in my heart, I looked forward to being on the show and it’s actually a dream come true for me. So, I am looking forward to this new journey. Shilpa Shirodkar in Aankhen (1993); (right) Hum (1991) What about the show do you like so much?It’s an entertaining show. There are obviously fights that are not so pleasant, but the best part about Bigg Boss is that in 16 weeks, every contestant has a story to tell and an opportunity to reinvent themselves. A lot of people go into the house believing they are one type of person and then they project a whole new persona. The relationships in the house are also exciting to see. When you enter, you don’t get along with some people, but by the time you leave, they sometimes become your biggest confidante. It’s a roller coaster of emotions and experiences. What do you hope to achieve with the show?I’m going in with a blank slate. I have no strategies or plans in place. All I know is that I will enjoy myself, come back with some amazing memories and hopefully with the trophy as well. Even if some memories are bad, isn’t life a mix of both good and bad memories? I am the type of person who likes to remember the good ones. You have so many Bollywood stories from your time in the industry. What kind of stories would you share with the housemates?Honestly, I don’t have an answer to this. I will take each day as it comes. I have beautiful memories of my working years, [after which] I left the country, got married and lived in different parts of the world. I have beautiful memories of being a mother. So, there are a lot of stories that I can tell people. But there should be moments like that. I’m not someone who will just sit down and give people lessons. How did your family react to this news?My family is happy for me because they know how much I love Bigg Boss. My daughter, husband, sister [Namrata Shirodkar], brother-in-law [Mahesh Babu], niece, nephew are all happy. Everyone is so excited that I’m starting my new journey with Bigg Boss. With over 100 cameras scrutinising your every move, what are you most conscious of?I haven’t thought that far into the game. I am going with a clean slate; I’m not going to [pretend]. Even if I do that, I’ll probably be able to pretend only for a few weeks or days and I am not sure how long I’ll be able to do that in the house. How would you describe Shilpa in a conflict?I am someone who is simple, loves to spread laughter and smile. I am a positive person and easy to be around. However, in a conflict, I am not someone who takes bullshit. I will say what [is on my mind] to your face, and if I’m wrong, I have no qualms in apologising either. I am vocal about my [feelings and] fears.
08 October,2024 07:21 AM IST | Mumbai | Letty Mariam AbrahamADVERTISEMENT
