Veteran Sarika talks about her comeback with Uunchai!

Recently, National Award-winning actress Sarika made comeback in the Sooraj Barjatya's Rajshri Productions with film Uunchai after a gap of almost 50 years after their movie Geet Gaata Chal (1975). She began acting when she was 5. The path was undoubtedly not easy for her but quite a rollercoaster ride, full of ups and downs, successes, and setbacks. 55 years in showbiz and it has been a story full of many twists and turns for Sarika.

Recently, the Hey Ram actress opened up about what kept her always moving and looking at the positive side while going through personal struggles and emotional turmoil.

"The rollercoaster kept me moving. It had its moments of fear, moments of thrill, and excitement and it goes down & up. That's the fun part and instead of looking at the lows and celebrating the highs, that's a good way to go ahead I feel. Besides working at the age of 5 which is not an ideal thing as you should be going to school, having proper childhood, and playing but that doesn't happen and you look at only the brighter side. We don't know how life is going to unfold but someone up there knows what life is all about, they know the screenplay. If you look at that, getting a break with BR Chopra, working with Sunil uncle, Madan Puri, all through the childhood that was my school, childhood," revealed Sarika.

In 2016, Sarika decided to take a break from acting and joined theatre. "That was a very conscious decision to not act. I just did backstage like production side, the rough and tough work," the Jab Tak Hai Jaan actress disclosed.

On breaks and making comebacks, Sarika answered, "It came naturally. I'm a very passionate actor but I am very comfortably taking breaks. I don't know how many times I have done that. The first time when I took a break, I wanted to stop because I had done enough work. People start at 25 but I had lived my whole life in front of the camera by that age. It was the most rewarding moment for me and focus my shift on personal life because that needed 100 percent. In 2016 when I took a break, as a person and not an actor I felt I was waking up and going to sleep and wasting days of my life. I consciously decided to not act so that I don't wait for the role to come."

Did she face judgements for her choices and making comeback in the industry? The Parzania actress disclosed, "When I took a break in 2016, few people told me- 'Listen, you are getting super excited just because you made a comeback last time after 18 years. You think you will be able to do this but you won't be able to make a comeback because you are not as young as you were 18 years ago'. But I was ok with that because I'm real."

Varun Dhawan’s Bhediya character in Stree 2!

Presently, Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan is enjoying the success of his recently released movie Bhediya. We saw Shraddha Kapoor in a cameo in the song Thumkeshwari with Varun and Kriti. With her presence in the song, it was clear that Stree 2 is on its way to amuse us. Now admirers who loved Varun in Bhediya are hoping to see him in Stree 2 as well.

As we all know that the next plan for Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik is Stree 2. The movie starring Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor, Abhishek Banerjee and Aparshakti Khurrana was loved by all and now the news of its second instalment has given rise to a lot of enthusiasm. When Varun Dhawan was questioned if he will be a part of Stree 2 or not, the actor responded, “I don’t know whether Bhaskar (his character in Bhediya) will be there or not. I loved working again with Kriti after Dilwale. It was great working with Abhishek Banerjee and Paalin Kabak”.

If you’re trolled, you’re famous, says Kajol on trolling!

Bollywood’s powerful couple Kajol and Ajay Devgn’s daughter Nysa Devgan may not have forayed into Bollywood yet, but she is a well-known star kid in various viral videos and social media posts. The star kid has numerous fan pages on Instagram, and pics of her partying with her friends often go viral on social media in no time at all. During Diwali, Nysa impressed fans with her glamorous ethnic outfits, and while her fans adore her and shower her with love, there is also some social media users who troll her and leave offensive comments that are uncalled for.

In a media chat, Kajol was questioned how she responds to social media trolling. Kajol replied that she feels trolling has become a strange part of social media. She then laughed and added that if one is trolled, it just means they’re famous. “If you are trolled, you are noticed. If you're trolled, you're famous. It's like you're not famous till you're trolled,” she revealed. When asked if it affects her, she said that it does, but that there’s only a limit to which these things can be taken seriously. “I will be stupid and I will be idiotic to say that it does not affect me. But yes, there is a certain level that you can take it seriously.”

Kajol further revealed that she explains Nysa that for every one or two trolls who post nasty comments, there are a thousand other fans who think she is fantastic. "And most important of all, what do you see in the mirror? Whose opinion matters? My opinion matters. Not your own,” she joked.

Fatima Sana Shaikh reveals about her epilepsy diagnosis!

Recently, Bollywood actress Fatima Sana Shaikh disclosed that she has been suffering from epilepsy. November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month, and in a bid to raise awareness about it, the Dangal actress advised her followers on Instagram to share their struggle, challenges and stories of epilepsy.

In a latest chat, the Thugs of Hindostan actress talked about her battle with epilepsy. She remembered the time she had an epileptic seizure on a plane, and how lucky she was to have survived it.  She also disclosed why she hadn’t talked much about it until now.

While talking to a daily, Fatima Sana Shaikh disclosed that she was rushed to the medical facility of the airport after getting seizures on a flight. She was hospitalized for two days, and had no familiar face around her. Fatima said that it put her life on hold, and that she thought she was really lucky that she survived. “It kept my work and life on hold. For me this was a big jhatka, I really thought I’m lucky that I survived. I’ve had big episodes in the past, but this was the most difficult as I was all alone. Now I cannot travel alone, I need someone with me,” she told.

She further revealed that it was after that episode, that she talked about her epilepsy for the first time on social media. She disclosed that while she hasn’t hidden her neurological condition, she just never got a chance to talk about it. Fatima said there’s a lot of stigma attached to epilepsy. “You think log sochenge that you have an ailment. I didn’t want people to think I’m weak. I was scared that if I tell people that I have this then I will not get work. I, also, didn’t want to accept that I have a neurological condition,” she told.

On the film front, Fatima Sana Shaikh will next be seen playing the role of Indira Gandhi in Meghna Gulzar’s Sam Bahadur.

Malaika Arora’s show Moving In With Malaika with her son!

Well-known actress Malaika Arora enjoys a huge fan following on social media. Now, Chaiyya Chaiyya item number actress is all set to come up with an OTT show titled Moving In With Malaika. It will mark her OTT debut. The show will offer a glimpse of her day-to-day life and glam life. The first teaser video was divulged lately in which she was also seen speaking about getting trolled.

Recently, in a media chat, Malaika has disclosed that her son Arhaan Khan will also feature in the show. Malaika reevaled that her son is quite thrilled about the show. The star kid is presently studying in abroad. The actress also shared that her son has some 'amazing ideas' for the show. How has Arhaan responded to her show? Malaika revealed, "He is super excited. He told me to go for it. He was very curious about how the show is going to go about. He is going to be a part of the show. I am really looking forward to shooting with him. We still have to shoot a lot and Arhaan is very excited about his part. He is currently abroad studying, so I am waiting for him to come down and shoot with me. He has some amazing ideas of what he wants to do on the show. I think it’s going to be the most interesting part and he has already asked me, ‘Paisa milega na' (laughs)."

Salman Khan’s reunion with Love co-star Revathy after 32 years!

Presently, Bollywood’s superstar Salman Khan is busy with his reality game show, Bigg Boss 16. During the Weekend Ka Vaar, the actor was seen welcoming Kajol and Revathy on the sets. They were seen promoting their upcoming film, Salaam Venky. The movie is directed by Revathy and it also stars Vishal Jethwa in a significant role. Salman and Revathy's reunion on the show got their admirers quite thrilled.

Earlier, Salman and Revathy were seen in a romantic movie titled Love that was released in 1991. It was one of the most loved movies. Their song Saathiya Tune Kya Kiya is still everybody's favourite. Now, they are set to work together after 32 years. During the promotions on Bigg Boss 16, the duo confirmed that they will be seen together in Tiger 3. The particulars about her role are still under wraps. The movie is directed by Maneesh Sharma and it also stars Katrina Kaif. Seemingly, the third part will also feature Emraan Hashmi in an important role and Shah Rukh Khan in a special appearance.

Amitabh Bachchan recalls late veterans Vikram Gokhale and Tabassum!

Presently, well-known Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan is enjoying the success of his recently released movie, Uunchai. Helmed by Sooraj Barjatya, the movie also starred Anupam Kher, Boman Irani and others in important roles.  In the meantime, Big B, who enthusiastically interacts with his fans on social media, lately took to his blog and paid a heartfelt tribute to Vikram Gokhale and Tabassum.

As we all know that veteran actor Vikram Gokhale passed away at the age of 77 in Pune on November 26. He had been undergoing treatment there after being admitted a few days ago. His last rites were performed by the family. On the other side, Tabassum breathed her last on November 18 after suffering a cardiac arrest. Big B penned a touching note as he recalled them. His tribute read, "The days are lined with sadness.. friends and colleagues.. artists of huge merit, leave us day by day.. and we listen, see and pray.. Tabassum .. Vikram Gokhle and some dear ones that are close and known .. They came to us in our lives.. they played their parts and left the stage empty forlorn and desolate by their absence .."

Vikram made his debut in Bollywood with Amitabh Bachchan starrer Parwana. Besides Bollywood films, the duo also worked in a Marathi movie titled AB Ani CD.

Previously, Big B recalled Tabassum and called her 'effervescent'. He posted, ".. they all leave us one by one .. and it is beyond comprehension .. you only recollect the times of their presence and life before the eyes and the mind .. and they ever remain an image of the time .. unchanged, unfettered and in the freedom of free .. and then they leave , and it cannot be fathomed."

Katrina Kaif’s saree avatar for a wedding in Jodhpur!

Katrina Kaif is one of the most successful actresses in Bollywood. She has completed 19 years in the film industry. As we all know that she has broken all barriers and is known for her roles in famous movies like Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani, Ek Tha Tiger, and Tiger Zinda Hai to name a few.

Recently, Katrina Kaif was spotted attending a wedding function in Jodhpur in Rajasthan. In the pic, we can see Katrina Kaif donning a greyish-silver saree with minimal makeup. She posed for a pic with fashion designer Pankaj Johar.

Taking to Twitter, Johar posted, “Glimpses of the unforgettable and mesmerizing wedding of #Anchit at #Jodhpur ..#Nykaa #FalguniNayyar #KatrinaKaif #MumbaiMetro”

Hrithik Roshan and Anil Kapoor to shoot in Assam for their next Fighter!

As per media updates, Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone are uniting first time for their first film Fighter. Now, both biggies will be seen in Siddharth Anand’s directorial FIghter which is scheduled to hit the theatres in January 2024. The movie also features Anil Kapoor in a pivotal role.

Recently, Hrithik Roshan was spotted visiting Air Force Station, Tezpur in Assam to shoot for his movie Fighter. Along with him, Anil Kapoor was also spotted at the spot. Both these gifted actors were seen wearing black colored outfits with black shades. They acknowledged the presence of the paparazzi by flashing their cute smiles.

‘Fighter’ is slated to hit the theatres on January 25, 2024.

Kartik Aaryan’s sleepless nights and ‘lonely’ feeling after shooting of Freddy!

Well-known star Kartik Aaryan is one of the most talented actors in the film industry. Currently, he is promoting his forthcoming thriller Freddy which is all set to release on Disney Plus Hotstar.

In a media chat, Kartik Aaryan talked about his character in Freddy. He said, “I have worked on the smallest of details of his character. I even had visited a dentist to learn about their profession.”

The actor also disclosed that he was asked to ‘mock patients’ in order to fit his character’s needs. “When you start behaving like a character, things do happen to you in a similar way then,” he told.

Talking about visiting a dark space after filming Freddy, Kartik Aaryan revealed to a daily, “I had heard about it from other actors and had read about it too. I did go through it. I won’t lie about it. I was someone who liked to spend a lot of time with his family and friends, but after Freddy, the I had become a loner for a while.”

“Suddenly I started thinking like that. I had started to get weird thoughts in my mind and there were also sleepless nights,” the Dhamaka actor told.

Now Big B's voice, image and name to become copyrighted, can’t use it!

Bollywood’s Shahenshah Amitabh Bachchan is regarded as one of the most successful and powerful actors in the history of Indian cinema. On Friday, 25^th November 2022, Delhi High Court passed an interim order to prevent the unlawful use of Amitabh's name, image, voice, or any of his personality attributes. The order is a landmark verdict, the first of its kind in India, which is not only against the defendants namely Rajat Nagi, Rana Partap Singh & Ors. but also, the world at large for misusing Bachchan’s name, image, voice and personality attributes.

Eminent lawyer Harish Salve along with Ameet Naik and Pravin Anand, instructed by Anand and Naik, appeared for Mr Bachchan in the High Court. Ameet Naik, Joint Managing Partner of Anand and Naik specified “This landmark verdict will injuct any person from using the name, image, voice and other personality attributes of Mr. Bachchan without his consent and authorization by any means, physical or digital. The Indian jurisprudence will finally develop and evolve on personality rights and Mr. Amitabh Bachchan is the right personality to set this trend.

He revealed, “We are pleased that the Delhi High Court has presented this landmark verdict and am grateful to Mr. Salve and Mr. Praveen Anand for this trend-setting order which will help talent in our country to protect their personality rights”.

The HC has passed a detailed order against the defendants and the world at large, injuncting them from infringing his personality rights and attributes, including his name ‘Amitabh Bachchan/ Bachchan/ AB/ Big-B’, image and voice. The HC has also directed the DOT and Ministry of Electronics & IT to pull down all links/websites that infringe upon Bachchan’s attributes.

 

I have faced loads of ups and downs, says Yami Gautam Dhar on her career progress!

Well-known beautiful actress Yami Gautam Dhar is one of the most gifted actors in the Indian film industry. She acted in Bollywood movies like Vicky Donor (2012), Kaabil (2017), Uri: The Surgical Strike (2019), and Bala (2019). All these movies were super-hits at the box office and are liked by people across generations to date.

Recently, Yami’s film ‘Lost’ was premiered at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) on 24^th November 2022.

Just before the movie ‘Lost’ was about to be screened, Yami took to Twitter and wrote, “What a perfect platform for Lost to kickstart its journey! Thank you #IFFIGoa for such a warm reception and a fantastic response to Lost!”

Remarkably, the film ‘Lost’ got an Asian Premier at IFFI Goa, 2022. “#Lost sets @iffigoa on fire. Received an extraordinary response at its Asian premiere,” the actor tweeted.

Speaking on this development, she revealed, “My journey is still on...I have faced loads of ups and downs but it's all worth it in the end."

She further added, "Right after my debut film, in fact, right after the success of the film I did feel lost...I did not know which way to go. I was not able to connect to the opportunities I was receiving at that time...'Do I stay without work or do I take these opportunities and still try,' all these thoughts used to linger in my mind...it took me a while to understand my own self and how to channelize my voice. I had to rediscover myself to understand what's my purpose of coming all the way here and leaving my hometown.”

On the film front, Yami will be seen next in ‘OMG 2 – Oh My God! 2’. This forthcoming movie is being directed by Amit Rai.

Aanand L Rai reveals the reason behind the failure of Raksha Bandhan!

The talented well-known filmmaker Aanand L Rai had a bumpy career with some huge successes and some big failures. Aanand L Rai's last outing Raksha Bandhan, which featured Akshay Kumar in the lead role, ended up as a commercial disaster. The film was criticised by the viewers for its outdated content and unreasonably melodramatic narrative.

In a latest media chat, Aanand L Rai specified that Raksha Bandhan failed because he tried to put the movie in a bracket. "I was wrong while making Raksha Bandhan when I thought let me give them something which is more of India and let me cater to the audience in the B and C tier cities. I was wrong in differentiating between the audiences. That is not my job. I should have focused more on the story rather than selecting the audience to whom I want to cater," revealed the well-known filmmaker.

"This is my learning from the film. We are trying to find out what story will engage the audience at this moment and in this phase. Post-pandemic we have failed the audience with that. Maybe, I went too smart with Raksha Bandhan. I was trying to put it in a bracket and that's what went wrong. It was my fastest film but I relished it. I never made this film in a rush. I had fun. I was always gutsy and never played safe. But I think subconsciously I tried to do that with Raksha Bandhan and failed miserably. I learned that I should keep on doing my work, without thinking of the box office." Further added Aanand L Rai.

The filmmaker is now set to release his forthcoming production venture An Action Hero, in December. The action thriller, which features Ayushmann Khurrana in the lead role, and Jaideep Ahlawat in a key role, is directed by newbie Anirudh Iyer.

 

Govinda Naam Mera is joy ride for Vicky Kaushal!

As we all know that Vicky Kaushal is one of the brilliant actors in the Hindi film industry. The Masaan actor is well-known for his vivid portrayal of many intense and layered characters. Now, Vicky Kaushal is now set for a complete track change with his forthcoming movie, Govinda Naam Mera. The Shashank Khaitan directorial, which is advertised to be a comedy thriller, features Vicky in the titular role.

In a latest media chat, the actor talked about Govinda Naam Mera. As per the talented star, shooting for Govinda Naam Mera was a fun-filled experience for him, till the end. "For me, the entire shooting time was an absolute fun ride. Finally, all my 'sorrows' came to an end with this film. It was the first time where I went through an entire filming process without doing any scene where I had to cry. In every film, there will be a few scenes where we know that they need preparation. When we finish shooting such a scene, we will feel like the film is wrapped up. But, this film was just a joy ride from the beginning till the end."

"Nowhere I was reaching the set with some kind of stress or prep, or thinking that I have to be in this particular zone. The only zone I was in, was like - just be free, just be mentally relaxed, so that you can create humour on the spot. And I just had the best people along with me to create that. So for me, it was genuinely a super fun ride," further revealed Vicky Kaushal.

Film Govinda Naam Mera is scheduled to get an OTT release on Disney Plus Hotstar on December 16, 2022.

 

Kriti Sanon calls energetic but different to both Varun Dhawan and Kartik Aaryan!

Kriti Sanon’s Bhediya has released now. For this horror comedy film, Kriti Sanon and Varun Dhawan were come together again after Dilwale. Later, Kriti Sanon will team up with mass hero Kartik Aaryan once more, for the family entertainer Shehzada. 

In a latest media chat, Kriti talked about working with Varun and Kartik and disclosed what makes them drastically different. The Mimi actress disclsoed that Varun Dhawan and Kartik Aaryan are two very different people when it comes to their personal lives. However, there is a common ground between them, when it comes to their acting careers. As per Kriti, both Varun and Karthik are very organic when it comes to their acting skills. The actress also disclsoed a fun fact about both actors, in the interview. "Varun is more fun and Kartik has a louder laugh," specified Kriti Sanon.

On the next film front, Kartik Aaryan and Kriti Sanon are teaming up again for the forthcoming family entertainer Shehzada, after the success of the 2019-released movie Lukka Chuppi. The movie, which is an official remake of Allu Arjun's hit Telugu film Ala Vaikunthapurramloo, is scheduled to hit the theatres in February 2023. 

Priyanka Chopra to reveal child Malti Marie Chopra Jonas’s first glimpse!

Well-known celebs Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas tied the knot in Rajasthan on December 1, 2018. After this, on January 15, 2022, the Fashion actress and the musician welcomed their first child together, a daughter named Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, via surrogacy.

Now, recently, the Aitraaz actress posted a pic of her daughter Malti Marie Chopra Jonas. In the pic, we can see their daughter’s half face, as her eyes could be seen covered with a warm woolen cap. On Instagram, Priyanka dropped a heartfelt caption which read, ” I mean…,” with a bunch of heart eyes emoticons.

Alia Bhatt to concern about bringing up their child in public eye!

Bollywood’s actress Alia Bhatt is one of the luckiest actresses in Hindi film industry. From getting married to her childhood crush Ranbir Kapoor to becoming a mother on November 6 this year, this year has been special for the 29-year-old actor in many ways. Her recently released movie Brahmastra turned out to be the highest-grossing film of Bollywood of the year 2022 and bagged the top spot. The second spot was bagged by Kartik Aaryan starrer Bhool Bhulaiyaa.

In a media talk with a famous tabloid, Alia Bhatt told that Ranbir Kapoor is a tremendously disciplined actor to work with.

Furthermore, on raising her child in the spotlight, Alia Bhatt revealed, “I am a little concerned about bringing up a child in the public eye. I talk about it with my friends, with my family, and my husband a lot. I don’t want there to be a, sort of, intrusion into my child’s life. Because at the end of the day, I have chosen this path, but maybe my child may not want to choose this path when he or she grows up...so that’s something that I feel very protective about.”

On if her child wants to pursue acting, Alia Bhatt told, “I don’t think that’s something that I can really prepare and plan for. I don’t want to have any fixed ideas of how I want that to be. Because why should I have any expectations and then be met with any disappointment or elation or anything of that sort? So they need the slate blank, a bit.”

On the film front, Bhatt will be seen next in romantic comedy Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, co-starring Ranveer Singh.

Hansika Motwani’s traditional red sari avatar for 'Mata Ki Chowki' ahead of her wedding!

Now, well-known actress Hansika Motwani is all set to tie the knot with Sohael Khaturiya on December 4, at Mundota Fort and Palace in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Recently, the marriage rituals have begun. The first event of the marriage ceremony is Mata Ki Chowki and it is taking place in Mumbai. The bride-to-be was snapped as she was heading for the puja in a red saree.

Hansika Motwani looked gorgeous beyond words in a red saree, which she paired up with a simple yet stylish choker, matching earrings and maang tikka. She selected for perfect makeup with heavy eyeshadow, blushed and highlighted cheeks, and lipstick.

Hansika Motwani and her businessman beau Sohael Khaturiya will be exchanging wedding vows on 4th December this year. The couple is expected to tie the knot in Jaipur at the 450-year-old Mundota Fort. After Mata Ki Chowki, the wedding celebrations will be followed by Sufi night on 2nd December, and the Mehendi and Sangeet ceremonies on 3rd December. Also, a polo match and a casino-themed after-party are also a part of the itinerary for the grand fat wedding.

 

Sara Ali Khan’s warm birthday note for ex-boyfriend Kartik Aaryan!

Bollywood’s well-known Jodi of Kartik Aaryan and Sara Ali Khan is famous for an incredible on-screen pair in film Love Aaj Kal. Sara and Kartik were also dating each other during the movie’s shoot but never accepted it in public and reportedly parted ways before the movie’s release. Though the actors never commented on it, Karan Johar revealed in a media chat during Sara's appearance on Koffee With Karan S7 that they had dated.

Recently, the Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2 actor celebrated his birthday and, on this occasion, his ex-girlfriend Sara took to her social media handle to wish him. On her Instagram story, Sara re-shared a pic of Kartik from his midnight birthday celebrations and penned a sweet note for him. She shared, "Happiest birthday @kartikaaryan. Hope this year is all that you've hoped for and may all your dream continue coming true." The Kedarnath actress also added a 'Happy Birthday' sticker on it.

Akshay Kumar’s reunion again with Vaani Kapoor, Taapsee Pannu for Khel Khel Mein!

Bollywood’s evergreen actor Akshay Kumar is all set to return with a comedy film and has signed a new film titled Khel Khel Mein. As per media updates, the Khiladi actor has come on board in director Mudassar Aziz's next comic entertainer. The movie will be produced by Bhushan Kumar and Ashwin Varde, but the timelines of the shoot are not known yet.

As per media reports, Vaani Kapoor and Taapsee Pannu will also be a part of Khel Khel Mein.  With this, Akshay will reunite with his two co-stars. Earlier, the Entertainment actor collaborated with Vaani in Bell Bottom, while Taapsee and Akshay were seen together in Naam Shabana and Mission Mangal. The report further revealed that in addition to this, the movie will also feature Punjabi singer and actor Ammy Virk in a key role. More actors will be soon coming on board, but details are yet to be finalized. Meanwhile, the film is expected to go on floors next year.

Bhumi Pednekar talks about her character in Govinda Naam Mera!

Now, Bollywood celebs Vicky Kaushal, Kiara Advani, and Bhumi Pednekar will be soon seen together in Govinda Naam Mera. The trailer has been released, the movie is helmed by Shashank Khaitan and backed by Karan Johar. As per new updates, this comedy entertainer will be released on Disney+ Hotstar on December 16. In the movie, Bhumi Pednekar is essaying the role of Vicky’s wife and her character name is Gauri Waghmare. The actress has been getting a lot of admiration for her acting and dialogue delivery in the comic thriller.

Talking about her role, Bhumi tells, “I’m actually thrilled that filmmakers can feel that I can really work hard and try and pull off any role that they offer me. That to me is the biggest validation for my work and my skill set as an artiste. My character in Govinda Naam Mera is me trying to do something disruptive again, trying to change it up again with each film and hopefully wowing people with my performance.” She further adds, “I hate to be put into a mould and I constantly look to challenge the status quo and do something subversive. I’m delighted that audiences are loving my character in the trailer. It’s just a tease of what to expect in the film. She is a firecracker of a woman; she is grey and I love her because she is just hilariously entertaining.”

‘I don’t write stories, I steal stories’, says V Vijayendra Prasad!

Lately, the opening ceremony of the 53rd International Film Festival of India (IFFI) was held in Goa on Sunday in which numerous Bollywood stars Ajay Devgn, Kartik Aaryan, Varun Dhawan, Sara Ali Khan, Paresh Rawal, and Suniel Shetty attended the event.

On Monday, the screenwriter of movies like Baahubali and RRR, V Vijayendra Prasad attended the event and highlighted his content creation and story-telling process.

Talking on the second day of the nine-day-long festival, Prasad revealed, “I don’t write stories, I steal stories. Stories are there around you, be it epics like Mahabharat, Ramayan, or real-life incidences, there are stories everywhere. You need to represent it in your unique style.”

As we all know that V Vijayendra Prasad is a famed screenwriter of blockbuster movies like Baahubali, RRR, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, and Magadheera.

He further revealed that he always tries to create a hunger within the audience for his story.

“The pursuit to create hunger among the audience for your story kicks off creativity within you. I always try to create a hunger within the audience for my story and characters and that drives me to create something unique and appealing”, revealed the famous screenwriter.

He went ahead and elaborated on his style of screenwriting. Prasad revealed, “I always think of a twist at the interval and organize the story accordingly. You have to create something out of nothing. You have to present a lie, which looks like the truth. A person who can tell a good lie can be a good storyteller.”

Recalling his experience of writing for the blockbusters like Baahubali and RRR, Prasad said, “I don’t write, I dictate stories. I have everything in my mind; the flow of the story, the characters, the twists”.

He later said that “one good writer should cater to the needs of the Director, Producer, Primary Protagonist and Audience.”

IFFI is scheduled to be held from November 20-November 28.

Chiyaan Vikram's massive fight sequence in Thangalaan!

Right now, Chiyaan Vikram is on cloud nine due to the success of his latest outing, Ponniyin Selvan I. The National award-winner star is finally team-up with the much-admired filmmaker Pa Ranjith for his 61st outing in cinema. The highly awaited project, which is hyped to be a period drama, has been titled Thangalaan. As per earlier media reports, Chiyaan Vikram is appearing in multiple get-ups in the movie, which began rolling last month.

Recently, Chiyaan Vikram took to his official social media handles and revealed his new look for Thangalaan, to the surprise of his fans and followers. The actor's initial look for the film had him sporting a long hairdo with a thick beard. However, he is sporting a shaven head, with a much longer beard for his second look in Pa Ranjith's film. "With great beard comes great responsibility!! #thangalaan," wrote the National award-winning actor, who looks stylish in aviator sunglasses and a black pullover, in the pics.

As per media updates, Chiyaan Vikram and Pa Ranjith are now busy shooting a huge fight sequence for Thangalaan, in Madurai. This fight scene is said to be the biggest highlight of the film, which is being made on a huge budget.

Suniel Shetty says "Jaldi hogi" Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul's wedding!

Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty publicly confirmed his daughter Athiya Shetty's wedding with the well-known cricketer KL Rahul. The Mohra actor made the exciting disclosure during a recent chat with media, at the launch event of his forthcoming web show Dharavi Bank. As media reported earlier, Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul moved in together to their new home recently. The soon-to-be-married couple found their perfect home on Carter Road, Bandra. The couple is also seemingly set to begin the marriage preparations, soon.

At the Dharavi Bank launch event, the journalists asked Suniel Shetty when is Athiya Shetty getting married to KL Rahul. The Balwaan actor, who is all thrilled about his dear daughter's wedding, confirmed that it is happening soon. "Jaldi hogi," revealed Suniel Shetty once again, confirming that the big announcement is on its way.

Jaya Bachchan says insecurity of men leads to pay parity!

Recently, veteran actress Jaya Bachchan opened up about the issue of gender pay parity. The actress-turned-Rajya Sabha member talkled about the issue in the latest episode of her granddaughter Navya Naveli Nanda's podcast, What The Hell Navya. In the newest episode of the podcast, Jaya Bachchan and her daughter Shweta Bachchan widely talked about the gender pay parity issue that exists in both the film and sports industries.

In the last episode, Navya Naveli Nanda talked about the issue of pay parity, and how female athletes are paid lesser than male athletes. "In sports, female athletes are not paid as much as male athletes. It has happened in NBA and Tennis," disclosed Navya Naveli, who opened up about gender pay parity in her show. Shweta Bachchan who called this practice 'extremely unfair,' specified that this issue is happening constantly because nobody is raising their voices against it.

On this issue, Jaya Bachchan opined that the issue of gender pay parity is happening because of the insecurity of men. "It is the insecurity of a man who is sitting at the head of it. He is insecure, which is why he feels it is easier to put a woman down - in every field and in every way. It is an outcome of that kind of mindset," revealed the senior actress in the podcast.

 

Kareena Kapoor Khan’s wraps up pose with ‘Best team ever’!

Well-known actress Kareena Kapoor Khan is one the actresses who is managing both her personal and professional lives like a pro. After comeback from Laal Singh Chaddha, the Chameli actress is set to be active in the film industry with a handful of promising projects in her kitty. Recently, the Heroine actress wrapped up the shooting of her forthcoming crime thriller, which is helmed by Hansal Mehta.

The Jab We Met star confirmed that she has finally wrapped up her portions for Hansal Mehta's untitled crime thriller, with an Instagram post recently. It is indeed a very special project for Kareena Kapoor Khan, who is not only playing the central character but is also co-producing it. The actress-producer, who posed with the 'Best team ever' on the last day of her shoot, took to her official Instagram handle and wrote: "As they say it’s the journey never the destination…make it worthwhile…"

In the photos, Kareena Kapoor Khan is seen in brown top and trousers, which she paired with a long olive trench coat.

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli’s fans moments during a temple visit in Uttarakhand!

The well-known celebs Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are considered to be a power couple for all the right reasons. Devoted parents to their adorable daughter Vamika, the lovebirds always make headlines for their loveable pics that have been taken over the internet.

Recently, both were spotted at the airport jetting off to Uttarakhand with their daughter Vamika.

Now, a new photo of the couple from Uttarakhand is doing rounds on the internet after they sought blessings from a temple named Hanuman Garhi in Nainital. Anushka and Virat even happily posed with excited fans on the way. In the pic, the cricketer can be seen wearing a black sweatshirt, while the Pari actress is seen wrapped up in warm winter clothes-jackets, coats, mufflers, and sweaters. However, their daughter Vamika can't be seen in the photo.

On the film front, Anushka is all set to make comeback with her film Chakda 'Xpress, which is a sports biopic film based on the life of former Indian cricketer Jhulan Goswami and will premiere on Netflix.

Ajay Devgn’s views on any advice to anybody at IFFI’22!

Recently, the 53rd International Film Festival of India (IFFI) commenced in Goa on 20^th November, Sunday. Union Minister Anurag Thakur, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, and other high-profile bigwigs were present at the event. Besides them, numerous Bollywood actors Ajay Devgn, Varun Dhawan, Sara Ali Khan, Paresh Rawal, Suniel Shetty, Kartik Aaryan, Aparshakti Khurana, and Mrunal Thakur among others attended the events.

About the Company star, it has been a special year for Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn. This year, he received National Film Award in the Best Actor category for his 2020 film Tanjaji: The Unsung Warrior. Adding up, he has been a part of as many as six Bollywood films namely, Rudra, Runway 34, Gangubai Kathiawadi, RRR, Thank God and the latest one being Drishyam 2.

Gracing the opening ceremony at IFFI, Devgn said, “No one can give any advice to anybody. Follow yourself, and believe in yourself, that is the most important thing."

Chiranjeevi & Carlos Saura's win big at IFFI’22!

Recently, the 53rd International Film Festival of India (IFFI) commenced in Goa on 20^th November, Sunday. Union Minister Anurag Thakur, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, and other high-profile bigwigs were present at the event. Besides them, numerous Bollywood actors Ajay Devgn, Varun Dhawan, Sara Ali Khan, Paresh Rawal, Suniel Shetty, Kartik Aaryan, Aparshakti Khurana, and Mrunal Thakur among others attended the events.

The 67-year-old actor Chiranjeevi bagged the IFFI Indian Film Personality of the Year Award 2022. Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting Anurag Thakur made this announcement at the event.

For the information, Chiranjeevi has contributed over four decades to Indian Cinema and has featured in more than 150 feature films in Telugu, as well as some films in Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada, as per the government data.