Former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique was shot and killed in an attack on October 12, orchestrated by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Baba Siddique had deep-rooted connections with Bollywood, cultivated over many years. It was his connection to actor Sunil Dutt that helped Siddique at the beginning of his political career. He was well-known for hosting extravagant Iftar parties attended by who's who of Bollywood. In the year 2013, Baba Siddique played a crucial role as a peacemaker between the once-feuding superstars Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. Here's a look at Baba Siddique's bond with Salman Khan and other Bollywood stars.
14 October,2024 05:02 PM IST
On the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi’s 155th birth anniversary, or as we fondly call it, Gandhi Jayanti, let’s take a moment to celebrate the films that reignite our faith in his powerful ideologies and awaken a sense of patriotism. These cinematic pieces not only depict his life and struggles but also inspire us to reflect on the values he stood for. Here’s a look at some must-watch films that pay tribute to the Father of the Nation.
02 October,2024 12:00 PM IST
Did you know Rajiv Thakur had his heart set on Shah Rukh Khan and Rajkumar Hirani's Dunki as his Bollywood debut? But fate had other plans! In this exclusive interview with us at Mid-Day.com, Thakur opens up about being offered a role in Dunki, how casting director Mukesh Chhabra helped him throughout, and collaborating with director Anubhav Sinha on IC-814: The Kandahar Hijack. Watch the full video to hear all the behind-the-scenes stories!
21 September,2024 06:02 PM IST
Bollywood royalty and superstar Kareena Kapoor Khan, who made her debut in 2000 with JP Dutta's cross-border love story 'Refugee', attended a dazzling event that celebrates her 25-year journey in cinema, Kareena Kapoor Khan officially launched a film festival named in her honour on Wednesday. The release of her latest film, 'The Buckingham Murders,' directed by Hansal Mehta, serves as a prelude to the gala. Dressed in a breathtaking Banarasi silk saree, Kareena captured the essence of elegance and grace. At the press conference inaugurating the festival, Kareena opened up about her illustrious journey in Bollywood, working with Saif Ali Khan, dealing with Taimur's fame and which movie she would prefer her children to watch. The event is a week-long film festival that will run over 30 cinema halls in 15 cities from September 20 to September 27. Don't miss this inside look into a celebration of talent and glam.
19 September,2024 02:01 PM IST
Salman Khan recently visited Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s residence to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi. The Bollywood superstar performed a special Ganesh Puja at the Maharashtra CM's home, accompanied by his sister, Arpita Khan. Photos shared by the Chief Minister on Instagram captured Salman praying before the idol of Lord Ganesha. Other celebrities, including Asha Bhosle, Shilpa Shetty, Suniel Shetty, Sonakshi Sinha, Sanjay Dutt, and Disha Patani, also made appearances at Shinde’s house 'Varsha' to seek blessings from Bappa. Moreover, Govinda, R. Madhavan, Rohit Shetty, Rajkumar Hirani, Shekhar Suman, Sonal Chauhan, Sharad Kelkar, Jackky Bhagnani, Aayush Sharma, and others also came to seek blessings from Ganpati Bappa at his home. Watch the video for more stars who attended the puja!
16 September,2024 03:49 PM IST
The press conference for the highly anticipated IIFA Awards 2024 was held in Mumbai on Tuesday, with the presence of Bollywood icons like Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar, and other industry stalwarts such as Rana Daggubati, Siddhant Chaturvedi and Abhishek Banerjee. While the event was full of star power, it was Shah Rukh Khan who stole the show with his effortless charm and wit. SRK playfully poked fun at Karan Johar for hosting his talk show and humorously commented on the "new generation’s" way of touching elders' feet. Later, Rana Daggubati’s 'humble gesture' on stage left both SRK and Karan visibly shocked, as he greeted Shah Rukh with a hug and touched the feet of both SRK and Karan. Their interactions quickly went viral.
11 September,2024 10:59 PM IST
Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar shared a light-hearted banter at the IIFA 2024 Press Conference, setting the tone for the much-anticipated event later this month in Abu Dhabi. With Karan Johar co-hosting alongside Shah Rukh Khan, this year’s IIFA promises to deliver a spectacular show. The event, scheduled from September 27-29 on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, will showcase dazzling performances and celebrate talent from various segments of Indian cinema, including Bollywood and the South Indian film industry.
11 September,2024 03:21 PM IST
Birthday Special: As filmmaker Anurag Kashyap turns 52, we take a look back at his Sit With Hitlist conversation with Mid-day. He talked about his early theatre days in Delhi and how he has had a long association with Shah Rukh Khan and director Imtiaz Ali, both from Delhi. Kashyap spoke about his first movie “Paanch” which did not get any theatrical release and how the movie was the ‘first film’ for most of the crew members. He talked about his collaboration with Rajpal Yadav and how he discovered Nawazuddin Siddiqui. He also told a a never heard before Martin Scorsese story and how he met the legendary director
10 September,2024 02:09 PM IST
Yash Johar birth anniversary: In a heartfelt conversation as part of Mid-day's Sit With Hitlist series, filmmaker Karan Johar remembered his father's remarkable journey - from leaving his family's mithai business in Delhi to struggling in Mumbai as a photographer and eventually making connections in Hollywood!Discover the dreams, struggles, and lessons that paved the way for the birth of Dharma Productions, one of India's leading film production companies. Join us as Karan shares personal anecdotes and reveals the deep bond he shared with his father.
06 September,2024 06:10 PM IST
On Mid-day's Sit With Hitlist series, Imtiaz Ali delves into his firsthand experience of collaborating with the King of Romance on the set of 'When Harry Met Sejal', providing a detailed analysis of Shah Rukh Khan's performance and working methodology. He explores the reasons behind the movie's underperformance at the box office and articulates what could have been handled differently. Further, Ali examines the influence of Shah Rukh Khan's stardom on the film's reception. Watch the full video to learn more!
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