Actor Mukesh Khanna, better known as ‘Shaktimaan’ frequently keeps in the news due to his candid statements. But certainly this is not the only reason why he was trending this month. The comeback of Shaktimaan was announced recently, and since then there has been an intense discussion on who will play Shaktimaan. In 1997, when Mukesh Khanna appeared as Shaktimaan, he took the nation by storm. While this role made him even more popular than the role of ‘Bhishmapitmah’ did in Mahabharat, he credits his spiritual making to Mahabharat’s role that he ‘got by luck’ as he says. In this episode of Mid-day’s Straight Talk, in conversation with Katyayani Kapoor, Mukesh Khanna opens up on the concept of Marriage, Spirituality, Religion, Cinema and Controversies.
18 December,2024 06:00 PM IST
After being criticized by Sonakshi Sinha for his "distasteful statements" regarding her upbringing and family, veteran actor Mukesh Khanna has responded to her delayed reaction. Khanna clarified his stance in a recent interview with News9, stating that his comments were not intended to malign Sonakshi or her father, Shatrughan Sinha, a veteran actor and politician. "I am surprised it took her so long to respond. I knew mentioning her name in connection with that Kaun Banega Crorepati incident might antagonize her, but I had no malicious intent. I hold her father in high regard and share a cordial relationship with him," Khanna explained.
18 December,2024 04:47 PM IST | Mumbai
Bollywood's BFFs—Kareena Kapoor Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Amrita Arora—were spotted out and about in the city, enjoying a meal at Malaika Arora's new eatery, 'The Scarlett House.' The trio posed for the paparazzi outside the restaurant and were later joined by Malaika. The sister's gang flashed smiles and radiated sisterly love. Malaika’s son, Arhaan Khan, was also spotted at the scene. The Kapoor sisters later took to Instagram to show their full support for their best friend, celebrating Malaika's new venture.
17 December,2024 08:55 PM IST
At the Pintu Ki Pappi trailer launch, Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar praised his long-time friend and choreographer Ganesh Acharya, reminiscing about their 30-year friendship, the 'Singham Again' actor recalled how Ganesh choreographed his first song in Maidan-E-Jung and mentioned his work on over 7,000 songs, winning two National Awards, including one for Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. He also highlighted Ganesh’s viral Bala hookstep from Housefull 4. Akshay expressed admiration for Ganesh's talent and dedication, congratulating him and the cast. The film, featuring Shushant, Jaanyaa Joshi, Vidhii, Vijay Raaz, and others, is produced by Vidhi Acharya and directed by Shiv Hare. It is set to be released on February 21, 2025.
17 December,2024 04:30 PM IST
The success party of 'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack' was a star-studded event celebrating the critical acclaim of the series. The cast and crew, including Vijay Varma, Dia Mirza, Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah, Huma Qureshi, Aditya Srivastav, Rajkummar Rao, and director Anubhav Sinha, gathered to mark the show’s success. The event was filled with excitement as the team reflected on the intense performances and hard work that went into bringing the gripping story of the 1999 hijacking to life. The celebration highlighted both the emotional depth and the powerful storytelling that made the series a standout success.
17 December,2024 04:22 PM IST
Producer Ektaa Kapoor's parents, veteran actor Jeetendra and producer Shobha Kapoor, celebrated 50 golden years of their marriage. Bollywood’s finest gathered to honour the iconic couple’s golden wedding anniversary, including Tusshar Kapoor, Anita Hassanandani, Rakesh Roshan, Sonali Bendre, Anil Kapoor, Manish Malhotra, Krystle D'Souza, Padmini Kolhapure, David Dhawan, and many others who joined in the celebrations
16 December,2024 08:45 PM IST
Sohail Khan and Seema Sajdeh's son, Nirvaan Khan, celebrated his 24th birthday last night with a star-studded bash at his aunt Arpita Khan Sharma's newly opened restaurant, Mercii, in Mumbai. The celebration was attended by a host of Bollywood A-listers, including Salman Khan, Suhana Khan, Malaika Arora, Aditi Rao Hydari, Ibrahim Ali Khan, Zeeshan Siddique, Aayush Sharma, Orry, Dia Mirza, Kartik Aaryan, Sanjay Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Fardeen Khan, Bhavana Pandey, Maheep Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Sonali Bendre, Ektaa Kapoor, and many more, making it an unforgettable evening of glamour and celebration.
16 December,2024 08:38 PM IST
Ustad Zakir Hussain, the legendary tabla maestro, passed away on December 16 at 73. His last public appearance was at Pankaj Udhas's funeral in February. Renowned globally, Hussain won four Grammy Awards, including three at the 66th Grammys, and received India's highest honours: the Padma Shri (1988), Padma Bhushan (2002), and Padma Vibhushan (2023). His death has sparked tributes from fans and figures worldwide, including Bollywood stars like Kareena Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan, and A. R. Rahman, celebrating his unparalleled artistry and legacy.
16 December,2024 05:46 PM IST
Renowned tabla master Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away on December 16 at the age of 73 after battling serious health issues. He died in a hospital in San Francisco due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Zakir Hussain, the son of legendary tabla player Ustad Allarakha, was considered one of the greatest tabla players of his time. His exceptional talent and mastery over the instrument made him famous worldwide. He collaborated with musicians from various genres and was admired for his creativity and precision. Hussain’s passing leaves a huge void in the world of music, but his remarkable legacy will continue to inspire music lovers around the world for generations to come.
16 December,2024 12:32 PM IST
Raj Kapoor's centenary celebration in Mumbai was a grand affair, bringing together his children and grandchildren, including Randhir Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor, and Ranbir Kapoor, to honour the legacy of the legendary actor and filmmaker. The event also saw the presence of numerous industry luminaries, such as Rekha and Simi Garewal, with celebrated filmmakers like Rajkumar Hirani, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, and Anand L Rai. Bollywood stalwarts like Prem Chopra, Anupam Kher, Jitendra Kapoor, and Sanjay Khan. Other prominent figures spotted at the celebration included Vicky Kaushal, Farhan Akhtar, Kartik Aaryan, Aditya Seal, Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia D'Souza, Shweta Bachchan Nanda, Agastya Nanda, Vedang Raina, Vijay Varma, Sharvari Wagh, Huma Qureshi, Aditya Roy Kapur, and Terence Lewis. The event not only celebrated Raj Kapoor's legacy but also showcased the strong ties within the film industry and the lasting impact of his cinematic contributions.
14 December,2024 08:09 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
