After Rashmika Mandanna, Tamannaah Bhatia and Arijit Singh leave audiences mesmerized at the IPL 2023

Just a day ago, we had reported about the energetic dance performance of Rashmika Mandanna at the opening ceremony of the much-awaited IPL (Indian Premiere League) 2023 in Ahmedabad. The renowned cricket tournament, which is celebrated like a festival, saw a massive audience in attendance. Making the event even more star-studded, Rashmika was joined by award-winning singer Arijit Singh and popular actress Tamannaah Bhatia. Along with her, the two celebrities also left the audiences stunned with their power packed performances. A video of Arijit Singh has found its way online, which gives a glimpse of his live musical performance. The said clip features the singer crooning on the chartbuster track of Brahmastra, ‘Kesariya’ (in Hindi) as the audience couldn’t stop cheering and rooting for the musician. Followed by that, the singer also performed on ‘Jhoome Jo Pathaan’ from the Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone starrer Pathaan. ????????????????????????????????????! How about that for a performance to kick off the proceedings ????????@arijitsingh begins the #TATAIPL 2023 Opening Ceremony in some style ???????? pic.twitter.com/1ro3KWMUSW — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 31, 2023 On the other hand, Tamannaah Bhatia not only looked ravishing in her silver-white bodysuit but her dance seems to have made its way into the hearts of viewers. The video clip featured her performing on the Internet sensation song ‘Tum Tum’ from the Tamil film Enemy (2021). ???????????????????????????????? ???????? ????????????????!@tamannaahspeaks sets the stage on ???????? with her entertaining performance in the #TATAIPL 2023 opening ceremony! pic.twitter.com/w9aNgo3x9C — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 31, 2023 As for Rashmika Mandanna, the Pan India star paid a tribute to the RRR Oscar win by dancing on ‘Naatu Naatu’ as well as her chartbuster from Pushpa: The Rise, ‘Sami Sami’. Sound ????@iamRashmika gets the crowd going with an energetic performance ???? Drop an emoji to describe this special #TATAIPL 2023 opening ceremony ???? pic.twitter.com/EY9yVAnSMN — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 31, 2023 Speaking of the IPL 2023, the opening ceremony kicked off with a match between the teams, Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings. With GT recording its first win this season, last evening, the IPL will be continuing until May 28, 2023. Also Read: IPL 2023 opens with a bang as Rashmika Mandanna stuns audiences with her sizzling moves on ‘Naatu Naatu,’ ‘Saami Saami,’ & more

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Priyanka Chopra - Nick Jonas, to Kareena Kapoor - Saif Ali Khan to Shahid Kapoor - Mira Rajput, celebs attend the opening of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre

At the grand opening of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC), held last night at the Jio World Gardens in Bandra-Kurla Complex, Mumbai, celebrities from the arts and entertainment industries gathered. Alia Bhatt, Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor with Saif Ali Khan, Mira Rajput with Shahid Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, and Ranveer Singh all made an appearance at the magnificent event including Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas. Bollywood couple Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone were among the many celebrities who attended the event. They were seen holding hands while entering the event. Ranveer donned himself in silver sherwani while Deepika opted for cream outfit.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas were also spotted at the event. The couple arrived in Mumbai on March 31 along with their daughter Malti. They looked ravishing at the gala night yesterday. While Nick opted for all black, Priyanka donned a long gown.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Pataudi couple Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan managed to turn heads at the event due to their looks. Kareena donned herself in red shimmering lehenga while Saif opted for white kurta. Kareena’s sister Karisma also arrived at the event with the them.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) The newlyweds Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani were a sight to sore eyes. The couple were all glam at the gala night. Sidharth was seen in white kurta while Kiara sported silver embellished top with a long shiny skirt.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Alia Bhatt looked breath-taking as she entered with the Bhatt family at the event. She was seen in a magnificent silver saree.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Power couple Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput looked dapper as they arrived at the event. While Mira opted for a beautiful white outfit, Shahid Kapoor went all black with his attire.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) For the unversed, Nita Ambani's vision of preserving and promoting Indian arts has materialised in the form of a cultural centre situated in the Jio World Centre at Bandra-Kurla Complex. Yesterday, the musical "Civilization to Nation: The Journey of Our Nation" directed by Feroz Abbas Khan was staged at the centre. Also Read: Watch: Salman Khan posing with Shah Rukh Khan’s family at Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre opening

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Nimrat Kaur opens up on her upcoming projects; says, “I shot four different things last year”

Actress Nimrat Kaur is all set to kickstart her 2023 on a great note as she is excited about the projects that lined-up to release this year. The actress gained recognition for her role in the critically acclaimed film The Lunchbox in 2013. She has appeared in several films such as Airlift, The Test Case," and was last seen in Dasvi alongside Abhishek Bachchan and Yami Gautam. Nimrat Kaur is all set to rule 2023 with her films. Talking about her upcoming projects, Nimrat told Hindustan Times, “I shot four different things last year and all that will be released this year. So, last year was a very busy year for me, which is quite lovely and exciting. I also did a guest appearance in a show called Foundation in Los Angeles. And then I did a movie called Happy Teachers’ Day. I have also done a show in India, and one more film which I can’t really talk about right now. But there are many things to look forward to this year for me, She further added, “Now, let’s see what 2023 brings for me. At the moment, I am looking at some very interesting materials. I am sure it is going to be really fun.” Talking about how current time is the best In film industry, she said, “Last year, all the parts that I was offered were very different from each other like chalk and cheese. You will see them once they all come out. They are not only different from each other, but they are also different from everything else I’ve ever done before. So, with the content and demand boom on social media platforms, as well all kinds of mediums, what has happened is the creation of very interesting work out. That is why it is the best time to be out and about as an artist, as a creator onscreen,” she concluded. Coming to the professional front, Nimrat will be seen in Happy Teachers’ Day. The upcoming social thriller is directed by National Award-winning director Mikhil Musale and presented by Dinesh Vijan. The film will be Nimrat Kaur’s second venture in a lead role with Maddock Production. Along with her, the film also feature Radhika Madan. It is slated to release on Teacher's Day 2023. Also Read: Nimrat Kaur remembers her late father on his 29th death anniversary; pens an emotional note for him

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Taapsee Pannu gets accused of hurting religious sentiments; leader files complaint against the actress

While, in the past, many actors have come under the radar of hurting religious sentiments and has been accused on many occasions by religious and political leaders, this time around, it is Taapsee Pannu who has been accused of the same. The actress’ recent appearance at the Lakme India Fashion Week in Mumbai has triggered a controversy where a man named Eklavya Singh, who is a member of the Hind Rakshak Sangathan and son of BJP MLA Malini Gaur, has filed a complaint against the actress for her look at the prestigious fashion show. In the complaint, Singh has alleged that Taapsee Pannu wore a revealing outfit while adorning temple jewellery with Goddess Laxmi’s statue in the locket. An official was quoted in ANI reports, opening up about the complaint registered against the actress saying, “We received a complaint from Eklavya Gaur (son of BJP MLA Malini Gaur) against actor Taapsee Pannu for hurting religious sentiments and image of ‘Sanatan Dharma’ by wearing a locket having ‘Goddess Laxmi’ with revealing dress during ramp walk at Lakme Fashion Week held on March 12 in Mumbai.” The officials have asserted that investigation of the matter in currently in process. For the unversed, Taapsee Pannu walked the ramp in a beautiful red gown with embellishments. The gown featured a plunging neckline and the actress paired up the modern outfit with a statement neckpiece featuring the Goddess Lakshmi idol. The actress had turned showstopper for designer Monisha Jaisingh and Reliance Jewels. As for her work commitments, the actress is gearing up for Haseen Dilruba 2 as well as she will be seen in the much-awaited film Dunki, where she will be seen alongside superstar Shah Rukh Khan for the first time, and it is directed by the renowned Rajkumar Hirani. Also Read: Taapsee Pannu shares her family’s ordeal during 1984 riots, “We were the only Sikh family”

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Siddharth Anand on Pathaan doing so well at box office: 'I don’t differentiate between the class and the mass audience'

Director Siddharth Anand has delivered two monstrous hits back to back with War and now Pathaan, which has also become the all-time highest-grossing Hindi film worldwide in the history of cinema. He feels a ‘huge sense of vindication’ with Pathaan proving that people want to come to theatres to see films that give audiences a larger-than-life experience!  Siddharth and the visionary S.S. Rajamouli are also the only two directors in the coveted Rs. 500 crore nett collection club in Hindi format. Siddharth has also blunted the narrative that Hindi films are being check-mated by South films at the box office. Siddharth says, “There is a huge sense of vindication with Pathaan doing well at the box office. What I believe that films weren’t doing well in the middle because those films were made pre-pandemic. So, there was a period where cinemas were shut and we couldn’t release our films, people weren’t coming back – so there was a prolonged break for our films.” He adds, “And those films were made pre-pandemic, there is a mindset that has changed post-pandemic. There is a viewing pattern that has changed. And those films were unfortunately victims of that change. Even when I was making War, there was a sense of parallel cinema is the new commercial cinema in 2018-2019. You had small independent films and big ideas doing much better than tentpole films till War happened. That time also I felt that – Oh my God, has the viewing pattern changed but War again proved if you make a good cinematic experience film for our masses people will come to theatres.” Siddharth has delivered the biggest hits of superstars Shah Rukh Khan & Hrithik Roshan in these high octane spy films. He says, “I’d like to believe is that I don’t differentiate between the class and the mass audience. I try and cater to both subconsciously – it’s not an effort. So, I try and get all the quadrants to enjoy my films. And if you do that – the results are there in Pathaan.” ALSO READ: Siddharth Anand claims Pathaan deleted scene might be featured in OTT version

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Salman Khan Threat Case: Dhakad Ram Bishnoi arrested in Jodhpur by Mumbai Police

Over a week ago, Bollywood actor Salman Khan's security was beefed up by the Mumbai Police after one of his associates, Jordy Patel, received a threat via an email. His close friend Prashant Gunjalkar filed a complaint regarding the same and a case was registered at the Bandra Police Station in Mumbai against gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, Goldy Brar and a person named Rohit Garg under IPC sections 506(2),120(b) & 34. Now, Mumbai Police has arrested a man named Dhakad Ram Bishnoi in Jodhpur in connection with the email threatening case. As per reports, Dhakad Ram Bishnoi (21) is a resident of Siyagon ki Dhani in Rohicha Kalan village in Jodhpur. He was reportedly out on bail under the Arms Act. Gaurav Yadav, Jodhpur’s DCP (West), said that a team from Mumbai’s Bandra Police had arrived to arrest him. “They asked us to assist them in detaining Bishnoi. We provided them with the support and handed Bishnoi over to the Mumbai PoliceYadav said, as reported by PTI on Sunday. "After a detailed technical investigation into the case, police got information about the accused person's whereabouts, following which a team was sent to Rajasthan and the man was apprehended," a police official said. According to a previous report in PTI, a police official said that “two Assistant Police Inspector (API)-rank officers and eight to ten constables will be part of Khan's security detail round the clock.” The official also added that fans won’t be allowed to assemble outside Salman’s Galaxy Apartments residence in Bandra. It was earlier reported that Y-plus security has been provided to Salman Khan by the police. He will also travel in bullet-proof car with his personal security detail. Additional security measures have also been given to the actor. As per reports, a person named Rohit Garg allegedly issued the threat and mentioned Goldy Brar, Canadian gangster's name, saying the latter wants to meet the actor in person. Recently, Lawrence Bishnoi also allegedly said that killing Salman is his life's goal. In a recent report shared by ABP News, Bishnoi was quoted saying, “There is anger in our society for Salman Khan. He humiliated my society. A case was filed against him but he did not apologize. If he does not tender an apology, be ready to face the consequences. I will not depend on anyone else.” He went on to add that he has been harboring the feeling of hatred ever since childhood. Bishnoi continued, “Will break his ego sooner or later. He should come to our deity’s temple and apologize. If our society forgives, then I will not say anything.” ALSO READ: Salman Khan brings Pooja Hegde in place of Kareena Kapoor Khan in Pavan Putra

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BH Style Icons 2023: Bhushan Kumar receives the Most Stylish Showbiz Mogul award

Having great hosts such as Maniesh Paul and Sophie Choudry along with the eminent jury members, Bollywood Hungama’s first-ever event, BH Style Icons 2023, has created a buzz days before going on the floors. Besides the alluring red-carpet attires, many are eagerly waiting for the winners’ list to unveil. While the complete list of winners of BH Style Icons 2023 is yet to be announced, the winner for the category - Most Stylish Showbiz Mogul - has been declared. Presented by Neeraj Roy, Managing Director of Hungama Digital Media Entertainment, renowned film producer Bhushan Kumar has received the accolade. Interestingly, in the past year, Bhushan Kumar had bankrolled a bunch of Bollywood projects under his banner, including Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, and Ek Villain Returns, among others. Talking about the BH Style Icons 2023, the night of glitz and glamour, held on March 24, is a celebration of 25 years of Bollywood Hungama’s inception. The function gives a shout-out to all the achievers from diverse walks of life – whether it’s Television, Sports, Business, Fashion, OTT, Culinary World, Regional Cinema and more. Numerous Bollywood celebs marked their presence; Rohit Shetty, Jayantilal Gada, Javed Jaffery, Arshad Warsi, Hansal Mehta, and Madhur Bhandarker, to name a few. The awards were Sponsored by Macho Hint, TVS Raider, IKONIC Professional, Looks Salon, Senco Gold & Diamonds, HCG Oncology, Carrera, Club Mahindra, AstroYogi, Sonata Watches, Radio City, Fuji Instax, and JW Marriott. Also Read: BH Style Icons 2023: Sophie Choudry wins the Most Stylish Pop Diva award; dedicates it to her mom, calls her “OG Style Diva”

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BH Style Icons 2023: Sophie Choudry wins the Most Stylish Pop Diva award; dedicates it to her mom, calls her “OG Style Diva”

Bollywood Hungama's first-ever BH Style Icons 2023 marked the start of a new era in the company's history as celebrities from various walks of life came together to celebrate fashion and style. Numerous celebs were nominated in 25+ categories within the first edition. One of the categories, titled Most Stylish Pop Diva, nominated a bunch of attractive and fashionable actresses, and swiping all the competition, the gorgeous Sophie Choudry bagged the title. While accepting the honour, Sophie, who was also the host of the show, asserted, “First of all, I want to say, I have hosted a lot of award shows, but, Bollywood Hungama kept the Pop Music category because non-filmy music is an integral part of our lives. So, thank you for that. I want to say style is a very much part of who you are but to express it on-screen, on-stage, we can’t do that without our teams. I would like to thank my team, who have been with me for years.” She further added, “And most importantly, my mom. Because from staying up all night and sticking swarovski to my shoes for that one shot in ‘Ek Pardesi’ to being a creative force in everything I do, Mom you are my OG style diva and everything I am is because of you.” Well over the years, Sophie has established herself as one of the most talented and stylish pop singers in the country. Speaking of her fashion choices, they are often bold and experimental. She is not afraid to take risks and is always on-trend. Whether it's a red carpet-event or a casual outing with friends, Sophie knows how to make a statement with her fashion choices. She often opts for outfits that are glamorous, edgy, and chic, and she knows how to accessorise them perfectly. Talking about BH Style Icons 2023, it is organised to celebrate 25 years of Bollywood Hungama’s inception. Held on March 24, 2023, the event aims to acknowledge achievers from diverse walks of life. The awards were Sponsored by Macho Hint, TVS Raider, IKONIC Professional, Looks Salon, Senco Gold & Diamonds, HCG Oncology, Carrera, Club Mahindra, AstroYogi, Sonata Watches, Radio City, Fuji Instax, and JW Marriott. Also Read: BH Style Icons 2023: Rashmika Mandanna wins 'Most Stylish Pan-India Icon' award; thanks her team "for being patient"

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BH Style Icons 2023: Sunny Leone's stylish orange gown is all that's needed to brighten our feed

Sunny Leone has consistently astounded her fans with her incredible performances and her fashion sense. The Bollywood actor understands how to keep her fashion game high, whether it be with lavish attire for beach vacations or ethnic clothes for festival occasions. We adore her style and grace, whether it is her stunning Eid outfit or the colour-pop bikini she wore when vacationing in the Maldives. The Bollywood celebrity and businesswoman utilises social media for a variety of things, including offering a helpful hand, sharing her new initiatives, and showcasing her sense of style. We have been following Sunny Leone's style journals. And what we see surely appeals to us. Sunny never ceases to amaze us with her fashion choices. Her attire is not only fashionable and chic, but also simple to copy. It is definitely something we adore. We all desire a silhouette that exudes sensuality, and Sunny Leone makes a compelling case for it in a gorgeous orange dress with the glitziest accents. Orange numbers have returned in all their splendour and are one of the safest ways to make a statement. For the Bollywood Hungama style icon awards 2023, she chose a gorgeous orange dress designed by Shivani Awasty. Her dress has a thigh-high split and a one-shoulder neckline with a dramatic shoulder. The gown's one shoulder is constructed of metallic polymer, giving it a futuristic appearance. With a bracelet, several rings, and a pair of silver drop earrings, Sunny broke up the monotony of the orange gown. A ponytail was used to style her hair. Sunny's makeup consisted of a dewy base with a dash of burnt orange on her lips and eyelids. SUMMARY OF LOOK DETAILS: ACTRESS: Sunny Leone OUTFIT: Shivani Awasty STYLIST: Hitendra kapopara HAIR & MAKE-UP: Kim Vanity, Rajni Rajpakshe   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Sunny Leone (@sunnyleone) Also Read: BH Style Icons 2023: Sunny Leone lifts the Most Stylish Glam Star Award; says, “This is a rare moment”

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SCOOP: Koffee With Karan returns with Season 8: Shah Rukh Khan to kick off the new season; Yash, Allu Arjun and Rishab Shetty to make their appearance

Karan Johar is getting ready for the new season of his smash-hit talk show Koffee With Karan. Preparations are on to lock in the dates for Season 8. It will probably go on air around August or September. In the meanwhile, here is what we know about the next season: the super-celebrity guests would be a mix of the fresh and the familiar. Shah Rukh Khan, who did not appear in Season 7, but has appeared in all other seasons, is likely to kick off Season 8, talking about the smash success of Pathaan. Also, sources say there will be more emphasis on the South side. “Stars from the South are now very much a part of the pan-India stardom. Karan Johar will be inviting Yash (of KGF fame), Allu Arjun (of Pushpa fame) and Rishab Shetty (of Kantara fame) with their respective wives,” said a source. There will be new segments and a complete change of décor. All in all, more power, more glamour and, yes, more scandalous revelations are to be expected in Season 8 of Koffee With Karan. As far as films is concerned, Karan is all set to return as a director after almost seven years with Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. The film has an ensemble cast of Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi. It is all set to release in theatres on July 28. Also Read: Priyanka Chopra is jetlagged, Karan Johar keeps her company; actress confesses about binge watching Koffee With Karan

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BH Style Icons 2023: Bobby Deol emerges as Most Stylish OTT Entertainer; says, “Deol family never got awards earlier”

Bollywood Hungama, the premier source for all things entertainment, has begun its 25th-anniversary celebration with the debut of Bollywood Hungama Style Icons 2023. The large, celebrity-studded event, which took place on March 24, honoured achievers from diverse walks of life – Television, Sports, Business, Fashion, OTT, Culinary World, Regional Cinema and more. Readers may recall that we nominated Bobby Deol, Pankaj Tripathi, Shefali Shah, Manoj Bajpayee and Huma Qureshi for the Most Stylish OTT Entertainer award. Well, actor Bobby Deol has emerged as the winner. The actor was presented by Raashii Khanna. With web shows like Class of ‘83 and Aashram in his repertoire, the actor has proved his mettle. If you look closely, besides the genres, the fashion choices of Deol for both looks were also standing apart from each other. Not only this, but he also impressed his fans with his performance in Love Hostel. After embracing the Most Stylish OTT Entertainer award, Deol asserted, “Award kaafi kam milte the humari family mai. Ab milney shuru ho gaye hai. So I thank OTT platforms for that. Because of these platforms actors like me, who are older, are getting the opportunity to play the characters, where they can prove their calibre. And that’s the best thing happening. In every department of filmmaking, there are a lot of people who don’t get jobs, and OTT platforms have done that.” He further added, “I never imagined getting a Style Icon award. I have to thank my wife Tany. I got married off right after my first film was released. She took control of my dressing.” Coming back to BH Style Icons 2023, held on March 24 2023 at JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu, a number of B-town celebs attended this maiden edition, including Ajay Devgn, Rohit Shetty, Anil Kapoor, Sunny Leone, Kartik Aaryan and Kriti Sanon. With nominees spread across 25+ categories, the event was presided over by a panel of jury members namely Raveena Tandon, Shilpa Shetty, Farah Khan, Milind Soman, Vikram Phadnis, Falguni & Shane Peacock, and Tanya Ghavri. The awards were Sponsored by Macho Hint, TVS Raider, IKONIC Professional, Looks Salon, Senco Gold & Diamonds, HCG Oncology, Carrera, Club Mahindra, AstroYogi, Sonata Watches, Radio City, Fuji Instax, and JW Marriott. Also Read: BH Style Icons 2023: Neeti Mohan wins ‘Most Stylish Music Personality’ title; gives a heartfelt speech on being “stylish” and “a mother”

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Priyanka Chopra makes a gaffe by calling RRR a ‘Tamil’ film after Dax Shepard calls SS Rajamouli's directorial a Bollywood movie; netizens call out her mistake

Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who has been busy with the promotions of her upcoming Prime Video series Citadel, has ardently supported filmmaker SS Rajamouli for his movie RRR. The film had all the buzz around the Oscars and eventually, the film’s song ‘Naatu Naatu’ won Best Original Song at the 95th Academy Awards. She even attended a special screening in LA and hosted Ram Charan and his family her home. So when the actress made a blunder about the film’s language and called it a Tamil movie on Dax Shepard’s podcast, netizens were left surprised. On the Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard podcast, the host compared Bollywood to be like Hollywood in the 50s with big studios and few stars, Priyanka agreed by saying, “I don’t think you are far from it. I think that was what it was… big studios, five actors… big movies will be made by them; but the game is changed so much now. First of all, it’s streaming. It has given access to so many people who are making content.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Dax Shepard (@daxshepard) When Dax interrupted her by saying RRR is a Bollywood movie, she corrected him only to call the Telugu-language movie, a Tamil movie. “Bollywood has evolved in such an incredible way. You have the mainstream big action and the love story and the dancing…” she said. When Dax interrupted, “RRR…”, Priyanka added, “That’s a Tamil movie by the way. It’s like big, mega, blockbuster Tamil which does all of those… it’s like our Avengers.” Interestingly, Priyanka Chopra worked with Ram Charan in the 2013 movie Zanjeer. Her first movie was in Tamil, titled Tamizhan, starring Vijay in the lead role. Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra Jonas will be seen in Russo Brothers’ series Citadel which is set for Prime Video with Richard Madden and Stanley Tucci. The series will premiere on April 28. She also has a movie Love Again releasing in theatres on May 12, with Sam Heughan and Celine Dion. She also has Farhan Akhtar’s Jee Le Zaraa alongside Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif. ALSO READ: Amaal Mallik speaks about “campism, bootlicking and powerplay” in Bollywood after Priyanka Chopra opens up on being cornered; calls latter “amazing woman”

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BH Style Icons 2023: Aditya Roy Kapur receives Most Stylish Actor People’s Choice (Male) Award; says, “This is going to inspire me”

Global mega lifestyle and entertainment media hub Bollywood Hungama organised its first-ever uber-stylish Bollywood Hungama Style Icons awards this year, ahead of its 25th anniversary. With the most alluring red-carpet attire, the star-studded night was all about recognising the talent and honouring them. On this glitzy night, actor Aditya Roy Kapur emerged as the Most Stylish Actor People’s Choice (Male). While accepting the award, presented by film producer Murad Khetani, Aditya asserted, “I am very flattered. Thank you Bollywood Hungama for this award. I have recently evolved from wearing shorts and chappal to now, pants and shoes; and you all would have noticed. Now, this award is going to inspire me to keep pushing the boundaries.” Well, going by Aditya’s closet, it is pretty evident that his style is proof that simplicity and minimalism can be just as stylish and elegant as elaborate designs and outfits. He often keeps his outfits simple by wearing monochromatic colours and sticking to classic designs. His attention to detail is evident in the way he accessorises his outfits, often with a watch or a simple chain necklace. This gives his outfits a subtle touch of elegance and sophistication. Coming back to BH Style Icons 2023, it was held on March 24, at JW Marriott in Mumbai. The highlights of the award show were the big names like Bhumi Pednekar, Sunny Leone, Raveena Tandon, Rohit Shetty, Anil Kapoor, Ajay Devgn and so many more who attended the event which also saw a soulful performance by singer Neeti Mohan. The awards were Sponsored by Macho Hint, TVS Raider, IKONIC Professional, Looks Salon, Senco Gold & Diamonds, HCG Oncology, Carrera, Club Mahindra, AstroYogi, Sonata Watches, Radio City, Fuji Instax, and JW Marriott. Also Read: BH Style Icons 2023: Ananya Panday wins the ‘Most Stylish Actor People’s Choice (Female)’ award; says, “It’s gratifying”

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Step Inside Karan Johar’s house in Mumbai; Gauri Khan calls it “a little over the top”

Karan Johar, who is not only known for his films but also his fashion and style, has always been one of the most beloved hosts for Bollywood parties. The filmmaker has joined hands with friend and celebrity designer Gauri Khan to design rooms and nursery for his twins in the past. And now, the filmmaker took to social media to share a sneak peek of his home and also posed with Gauri Khan for a special edition of Architectural Digest India. Karan Johar turns cover star for the latest edition of Architectural Digest India wherein we will get to see a glimpse of the filmmaker’s bachelor pad. Sharing photos of his lounge area to his lavish basin to dining area, the actor also shared some excerpts from the magazine in his caption. It read, “This home is bespoke; it’s one of a kind. It is designed to reflect who Karan is: glamorous, fun, and also a little over the top! It’s not a space that can be imitated,” says interior designer Gauri Khan (@gaurikhan). Knowing Karan’s largesse and his love for entertaining, Gauri wanted the home to serve as a seamless extension of his personality, where guests could make themselves comfortable from the get-go. It further explained about his home adding, “The main entryway wall is clad in a dramatic, fluted, black-and-white ‘panda’ marble that lines the passageway into a light-filled living room, the tall, arched French windows open onto a serene terrace—Karan's favourite spot—dotted with tropical plants, where he can enjoy his coffee. Both Karan and Gauri also admit to an affinity for the powder room—during the day, the sunlight filters in, reflecting off the glossy surfaces—which Khan accented with a statement turbine light, a vanity with marble horse-head detail, and a forest-green wall. While Gauri has used a medley of richer tones for the public areas, for Karan’s private spaces—his dressing room, bedroom, and bathroom—she adopted a softer palette of beiges, muted metal tones, and wooden herringbone floors, while still keeping some distinctive threads to tie in the entire design story.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Karan Johar (@karanjohar) On the work front, Karan Johar will be returning to direction after seven years with Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. The film will bring together the Gully Boy couple Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt along with Jaya Bachchan, Dharmendra, and Shabana Azmi playing pivotal roles. The film will be slated for release on July 28. Also Read: Karan Johar’s birthday wish for “brave and resilient” mother Hiroo Johar is priceless dump of throwback pics

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BH Style Icons 2023: Janhvi Kapoor wins 'Most Stylish Youth Icon (Female); speaks about being on "an endless journey" of style and fashion

The popular celebs of Bollywood, television, digital, and the South Indian film industry came together to celebrate Bollywood Hungama’s first-ever award ceremony, Bollywood Hungama Style Icons 2023. The star-studded affair was nothing but a fun and entertaining night honouring numerous celebs. Among them, actress Janhvi Kapoor was honoured with the ‘Most Stylish Youth Icon’ award which was presented by Fardeen Khan. Janhvi seems to have inherited her mother's passion for fashion and has redefined it via her films and chic public appearances. Hence, it is not surprising that Janhvi has pleased fashion critics on several occasions. The actress actually showed off her diverse sense of fashion over a number of appearances and even during the promotion of the film, which included formal western clothing, sarees, and cocktail gowns. On receiving the award, Janhvi said, “Thank you Bollywood Hungama for this award. I did see my face up there with the nominees, so thank you for giving it to me anyway. But I think style and fashion is all about being comfortable with who you are and that’s an endless journey. I really like to thank you all for encouraging while I am on this journey.” On the professional front, Janhvi will be next seen in Bawaal opposite Varun Dhawan and Mr. and Mrs. Maahi in which she co-stars with Rajkummar Rao. Janhvi has also announced that she will be making her Telugu debut with Jr. NTR. Talking about the first edition of the Bollywood Hungama Style Icons, it was held at JW Marriott in Mumbai. The highlights of the award show were the big names like Rohit Shetty, Ajay Devgn, Anil Kapoor, and so many more who attended the event which also saw a soulful performance by Neeti Mohan. The awards were Sponsored by Macho Hint, TVS Raider, IKONIC Professional, Looks Salon, Senco Gold & Diamonds, HCG Oncology, Carrera, Club Mahindra, AstroYogi, Sonata Watches, Radio City, Fuji Instax, and JW Marriott. Also Read: BH Style Icons 2023 - Rohit Shetty bags ‘Most Stylish Filmmaker’ title at Bollywood Hungama’s maiden award show

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Ranveer Singh becomes the brand ambassador of Star Sports; says, "It's an honour for me"

Star Sports, India’s Home of Sports, is delighted to announce Bollywood superstar and sports aficionado Ranveer Singh as its brand ambassador. This association makes the pop culture icon the first actor to be associated with Star Sports, a development that reflects the growing synergy between sports and entertainment in India. Ranveer, in his role as 'sutradhaar' for the upcoming season of the "Incredible League", will be involved in creating a stream of immersive and entertaining content which brings alive compelling narratives from the past, present, and future of the league.  The journey of the ‘sutradhaar’ starts with the opening weekend (Fri, Mar 31 – Sun, Apr 2) as Ranveer introduces the key narratives for the 16th edition of the tournament, its biggest to date. Singh's collaboration with Star Sports is a significant move for the brand. Star Sports aims to leverage Singh's massive popularity and his deep love for sports to connect with diverse audience cohorts which haven't yet formed a deep relationship with Sports. It is in line with Star Sports' stated mission of making India a sporting nation by fuelling fandom and passion for sports. Singh, on the other hand, sees this association as a perfect opportunity to showcase his love for sports and share his passion with his fans. His vast and impressive knowledge and understanding of sports combined with his standing of being one of the most popular actors in the entertainment industry make him an ideal choice to take the power of sports wider and deeper across the country. Talking about the association, Ranveer Singh said, "Star Sports is a brand that is synonymous with sports in India. As a sports enthusiast, being associated with a brand that has redefined the way sports are viewed and consumed in India is truly special. I have grown up watching some of the most iconic moments in World sports on Star Sports, and it's an honour for me to be a part of this incredible journey.” Sanjog Gupta, Head- of Sports, at Disney Star, said, “We believe that sports in India is on the move but needs a continuous injection of fandom to turn into a full-fledged movement. In Ranveer Singh, we see a die-hard sports fan, a committed storyteller, and an entertainer par excellence, who is keen to use his popularity to grow sports. Working with him, we want to reach new audiences, who still haven't discovered their passion for the sport. This also includes millions of viewers, who haven't been watching Cricket or don't watch Cricket regularly. We want to use, in conjunction, the power of storytelling and Ranveer's popularity, to create a compelling invitation for them." Star Sports and Ranveer Singh’s journey as partners starts with the Opening Weekend of Tata IPL 2023 (Mar 31 – Apr 2), and continues through the tournament as heroes emerge and stories develop. It also entails major sporting events coming up on the network including World Test Championship Final, Premier League, Pro Kabaddi, Asia Cup and ICC Cricket World Cup. Also Read: Ranveer Singh and Arjun Kapoor pose with Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway star Rani Mukerji, see photo

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Mithun Chakraborty dances with son Namashi Chakraborty in the new track of Bad Boy, watch

The new elegant pair of B-Town, Namashi Chakraborty and Amrin has been constantly making headlines for their sizzling chemistry and their upcoming film Bad Boy, produced by Sajid Qureshi and Anjum Qureshi. The makers of the film have launched two songs now and both songs have become top chartbusters and the ultimate choice for every music lover’s playlist. Continuing with their hitlist of songs, the makers have now unveiled a new song from the film, titled ‘Janabe Ali.’ 'Janabe Ali' has an addictive tune and will instantly set you in a party mood. The groovy dance number also stars Megastar Mithun Chakraborty shaking a leg with Namashi Chakraborty and debutant Amrin. For the first time ever the father-son duo will be seen on the silver screen and this combination will definitely excite moviegoers to another level, to watch the romantic comedy. The song is sung, penned and composed by music maestro, Himesh Reshammiya. Helmed by Rajkumar Santoshi, Bad Boy also stars Johny Lever, Rajpal Yadav, Darshan Jariwala and Saswata Chatterjee in pivotal roles. Bad Boy is produced by Anjum Qureshi and Sajid Qureshi under the banner, Inbox Pictures and is scheduled to release theatrically on April 28, 2023. Also Read: Namashi Chakraborty and Amrin Qureshi gear up for Bad Boy, their big ticket debut with Raj Kumar Santoshi

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It's a wrap! Jacqueline Fernandez concludes first schedule of Fateh; says, "Thank you Amritsar"

After winning the 'Women of Excellence' award at the Annual Los Angeles Festival of Film, Fashion, and Art for her international film, Tell it Like a Woman, the sunshine girl Jacqueline Fernandez is gearing up for her next film. It's just been a while since we had seen her spreading the charm of her beauty at the Oscars and now the actress has wrapped the first schedule of her next film Fateh in Amritsar and seems like she had a great time with the team in the city.  As Jacqueline was shooting in Amritsar for her next film Fateh, she brought some glimpses of her amazing time in the city for her fans. From receiving a sketch of herself from a fan to enjoying the lassi to eating delicious Punjabi food, the actress dropped some really amazing pictures on her social media encapsulating her best shooting days in Amritsar.  She further jotted down the caption - "Thank you Amritsar,” followed by multiple red-heart emoticons. She further hashtagged the title of the film and tagged the lead actor Sonu Sood along with the makers including the Zee Studios.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Jacqueline Fernandez (@jacquelinef143) Jacqueline was truly having the best of her time while shooting for Fateh in Amritsar. The actress also visited the Golden Temple with her co-star Sonu Sood. Apart from Fateh alongside Sonu Sood, Jacqueline also has Crack alongside Vidyut Jammwal and Arjun Rampal in her future lineup. Also Read: Sukesh Chandrashekhar pens yet another love letter for Jacqueline Fernandez on his birthday; says, “I know your love for me is never ending”

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Nawazuddin Siddiqui files Rs. 100 crore defamation case against his brother and estranged wife

Nawazuddin Siddiqui has moved the court for defaming and maligning his image and has filed a defamation suit against Shamas Nawab Siddiqui and former wife Aaliya Siddiqui seeking damages of Rs. 100 crores. As per current reports, the hearing will be held on March 30 by Justice RI Chagla. The suit has come after several allegations were thrown against the Kick actor after his wife accused the Siddiqui family of harassment and torture. In his suit, the actor has alleged that the allegations thrown towards him has affected his public image. In the suit that has been filed through advocate Sunil Kumar, Nawazuddin Siddiqui has alleged that he is unable to make any kind of appearances or attend social gatherings owing to the many accusations thrown towards him. He has alleged that these ‘misleading claims’ have impacted his career and hence, he has also requested the court to pass an order of injunction to restrict his brother and estranged wife Anjana Pandey alias Aaliya Siddiqui from making any more defamatory comments against him, along with a request added for taking down the already existing remarks and statements against him. Furthermore, in the same suit, Nawazuddin Siddiqui has also alleged that his brother has committed several fraudulent transactions which has resulted in major monetary loss for the actor. The actor has further alleged that due to misappropriation of funds, the actor currently owes a whopping amount of Rs. 37 crores to the government, after his brother failed to make some major payments. Furthermore, he has also accused his wife Aaliya Siddiqui of being an accomplice to his brother and misappropriating Rs. 21 crores. As per the given report, when Nawazuddin confronted his brother regarding the missing funds, the latter is claimed to have ‘instigated’ Nawaz’s estranged wife against the Siddiqui family, which led to her alleging that how her in-laws tortured and harassed her. With the hearing to be held on March 30, it is yet to be seen how the case proceeds. Also Read: Nawazuddin Siddiqui BREAKS his silence on allegations made by Aaliya Siddiqui; pens a long note clarifying his stand

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Dia Mirza penned an inspirational message for all the working mothers; says, “Our children will learn to appreciate and respect that we go to work too”

Dia Mirza is balancing her career in front of the camera while enjoying being a mother. The actress wrote a word of encouragement for all working mothers on Monday as a shout-out to them. On Monday, Dia took to Instagram and posted an adorable picture of herself with her son Avyaan Azad Rekhi. Sharing the picture, she wrote in caption, “I am so grateful for all the kind words coming our way for #Bheed. Thank you so much! I did this movie for our children. So they can watch it some day and learn the power of empathy. Thank you @anubhavsinhaa, hazaar baar thank you for making me a part of this story For all the new Mamma’s out there, finding it hard to get back to work, know this - we are better parents when we choose to do all that gives us joy. Our children will learn to appreciate and respect that we go to work too.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Dia Mirza Rekhi (@diamirzaofficial) The film Bheed, which debuted on Friday, featured Dia as Geetanjali, an affluent woman who is stranded on the motorway due to the pandemic-induced lockdown and unable to reach her child. Anubhav Sinha's black-and-white film centres on the difficulties that people encountered nationwide while the country was under lockdown because of the COVID outbreak. Talking to PTI, Dia told, “It all depends on the imagination of the filmmaker. We all suffer from being stereotyped and the problem of being boxed. The choices that we make, the things that we say, we can create our own path. I am quite kicked with the diversity of parts but I tend to resonate more with positive parts. Also, human beings even while they are positive, they can also be flawed. I find that interesting. I guess people will get to see a bit of that in Bheed.” Next, Dia Mirza will appear in the road trip drama Dhak Dhak, alongside Ratna Pathak Shah, Fatima Sana Shaikh, and Sanjana Sanghi. The producing company of Taapsee Pannu is supporting this movie. Also Read: We could stop and stare at Dia Mirza in her gorgeous red block printed saree by Anavila for Bheed promotions

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Salman Khan Threat Case: Dhakad Ram Bishnoi arrested in Jodhpur by Mumbai Police

Over a week ago, Bollywood actor Salman Khan's security was beefed up by the Mumbai Police after one of his associates, Jordy Patel, received a threat via an email. His close friend Prashant Gunjalkar filed a complaint regarding the same and a case was registered at the Bandra Police Station in Mumbai against gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, Goldy Brar and a person named Rohit Garg under IPC sections 506(2),120(b) & 34. Now, Mumbai Police has arrested a man named Dhakad Ram Bishnoi in Jodhpur in connection with the email threatening case. As per reports, Dhakad Ram Bishnoi (21) is a resident of Siyagon ki Dhani in Rohicha Kalan village in Jodhpur. He was reportedly out on bail under the Arms Act. Gaurav Yadav, Jodhpur’s DCP (West), said that a team from Mumbai’s Bandra Police had arrived to arrest him. “They asked us to assist them in detaining Bishnoi. We provided them with the support and handed Bishnoi over to the Mumbai PoliceYadav said, as reported by PTI on Sunday. "After a detailed technical investigation into the case, police got information about the accused person's whereabouts, following which a team was sent to Rajasthan and the man was apprehended," a police official said. According to a previous report in PTI, a police official said that “two Assistant Police Inspector (API)-rank officers and eight to ten constables will be part of Khan's security detail round the clock.” The official also added that fans won’t be allowed to assemble outside Salman’s Galaxy Apartments residence in Bandra. It was earlier reported that Y-plus security has been provided to Salman Khan by the police. He will also travel in bullet-proof car with his personal security detail. Additional security measures have also been given to the actor. As per reports, a person named Rohit Garg allegedly issued the threat and mentioned Goldy Brar, Canadian gangster's name, saying the latter wants to meet the actor in person. Recently, Lawrence Bishnoi also allegedly said that killing Salman is his life's goal. In a recent report shared by ABP News, Bishnoi was quoted saying, “There is anger in our society for Salman Khan. He humiliated my society. A case was filed against him but he did not apologize. If he does not tender an apology, be ready to face the consequences. I will not depend on anyone else.” He went on to add that he has been harboring the feeling of hatred ever since childhood. Bishnoi continued, “Will break his ego sooner or later. He should come to our deity’s temple and apologize. If our society forgives, then I will not say anything.” ALSO READ: Salman Khan brings Pooja Hegde in place of Kareena Kapoor Khan in Pavan Putra

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Shah Rukh Khan fans get a special treat from Gauri Khan as the family poses for a perfect picture with the kids

Shah Rukh Khan, who is riding high on the success of Pathaan, cannot wait to return to the big screen as the superstar has two more releases this year. On the other hand, it has also been a great start for his entrepreneur-wife Gauri Khan, who has been juggling and balancing her role as a producer and interior designer, as she keeps reinventing herself. Mrs. Khan, who is also active on social media, showcased how this B-town elite family made for a perfect picture as they posed together in this rare photograph. In a recent post shared by Gauri Khan on her Instagram page we can see the entire Khan family striking a power pose in black. While Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri looked as stylish as ever in completely black outfits, Aryan Khan showcased his rebellious streak in a black leather jacket with glimpses of white in between whereas Suhana Khan opted for a black-white formals for the photograph. The surprise package was, however, AbRam Khan who looked strikingly adorable in the picture. In the post shared by Khan, she mentioned that this was a part of the photoshoot for her coffee table blook saying, “Family is what makes a home… Excited for the @penguinindia coffee table book… coming soon. #GauriKhanDesigns #MyLifeInDesign”.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Gauri Khan (@gaurikhan) On the work front, Shah Rukh Khan is busy with Jawan, co-starring Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi. Directed by Atlee, the film is said to be releasing in June 2023 but there are rumours that the film might face a delay. Besides that, the superstar has Dunki, which marks his first collaboration with Rajkumar Hirani and Taapsee Pannu. The film is slated to release by the end of this year. Shah Rukh Khan is also expected to reprise his role as Pathaan, in a cameo, in the upcoming action entertainer Tiger 3 alongside Salman Khan since both the films are a part of Aditya Chopra’s spy universe. Also Read: Unseen pictures of Shah Rukh Khan from Alanna Panday and Ivor McCray’s wedding will surely make your day

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Kriti Sanon, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Tabu starrer The Crew begins shoot

One of Kriti Sanon’s upcoming projects is The Crew. The movie will see her teaming up with much senior actresses like Kareena Kapoor Khan and Tabu. The actress is here to increase the excitement as she has begun filming The Crew, while her admirers are eagerly awaiting more about her involvement in the picture.   On Saturday, Kriti took to Instagram and shared a picture of a clapboard along with a warm message. She wrote in the caption, “New beginnings!!! Toooooo excited for this one! The feeling of a new story, a new character.. this journey will be a memorable one! @rheakapoor @ektarkapoor @rajoosworld @anujdhawan13 Butterflies dancing in my stomach Wish me luck guys! Missing my girl gang.. @kareenakapoorkhan @tabutiful.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Kriti (@kritisanon) Ekta Kapoor, the producer of the film, also posted a video on Instagram, announcing the commencement of the shoot. Sharing the video, she captioned, “The crew begins !!! Best of luck to d crew! Happie bday @kapoor.sunita my fav kapoor n JAI MATA DI ! #navratri mein Shubh arambh @rheakapoor @kareenakapoorkhan @kritisanon @tabutiful @rajoosworld.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by EktaaRkapoor (@ektarkapoor) Rhea Kapoor also shared the clipboard of the film and wrote, “Is this real life!? Day 1. On @kapoor.sunita birthday with my Nani’s blessings! Happy birthday mommy I couldn’t be here without you! i love you!”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Rhea Kapoor (@rheakapoor) The story of The Crew follows three women who work and hustle to move on with life. But as they try to make their way forward, their destinies lead them to some unexpected and unwarranted situations, leading them to get caught in a web of lies. Eventhough Kriti has begun with the shoot, Kareena and Tabu's are yet to start. Kriti was recently seen in Rohit Dhawan’s Shehzada opposite Kartik Aaryan. Apart from The Crew, she will also be seen in Adipurush opposite Prabhas and the action film Ganapath opposite Tiger Shroff that is slated to release on October 20, 2023. The actress will also be seen opposite Shahid Kapoor in an untitled film under Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films banner. Also Read: Kriti Sanon and Jr NTR share screen for the first time as they collaborate for an ad film, watch

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BH Style Icons 2023: Power couple Karan Kundrra and Tejasswi Prakash win Most Stylish TV Actor awards

Bollywood Hungama, the leading entertainment and lifestyle business portal, has unquestionably carved out a position for itself in the glitzy world of Bollywood, television, Hollywood, music, lifestyle, and celebrities over the years with its unique style of content development. As our 25th anniversary is around the corner, we have kickstarted the celebration with our first on-ground event, titled BH Style Icons 2023. Across 25+ categories, the jury and the public with their votes have made their favourite stars winners. Speaking of the Most Stylish TV Actor Male and Female, power couple Karan Kundrra and Tejasswi Prakash bagged the respective awards. For the unversed, prominent TV actors such as Nakuul Mehta, Parth Samthaan, Shaheer Shaikh and Shalin Bhanot were also nominated in the category. And, Karan Kundrra has emerged as the winner. Talking about his style and fashion, the 38-year-old actor has always been experimental with his style and has often been seen setting fashion trends.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Bollywood Hungama (@realbollywoodhungama) On the other hand, Tejasswi Prakash competed with Jennifer Winget, Nia Sharma, Rubina Dilaik and Surbhi Chandna.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Sonata Watches (@sonataindia) Talking about BH Style Icons 2023, it has brought shining stars of the entertainment industry for a night full of fun, glamour and entertainment; Rohit Shetty, Anil Kapoor, Bhushan Kumar, Neeti Mohan, Raveena Tandon, Madhur Bhandarkar, and Shriya Saran, to name a few.  Held at JW Marriott in Mumbai on March 24, the event was presided over by a panel of jury members such as Raveena Tandon, Shilpa Shetty, Farah Khan, Milind Soman, Vikram Phadnis, Falguni & Shane Peacock, and Tanya Ghavri. Also Read: BH Style Icons Awards 2023: From Singham duo Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty to reunion of the 90s stars Raveena Tandon and Anil Kapoor, moments that made this a night to remember

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Ranbir Kapoor spotted filming Animal at a hospital; fans say the actor resembles Kabir Singh; watch video

Following the successful run of Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar at the box office, Ranbir Kapoor is gearing up for the release of his next biggie, a gangster drama titled Animal! The actor was recently spotted shooting in a hospital for the crime drama by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. The film also stars Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol and Rashmika Mandanna in pivotal roles. In a new footage circling the internet, Ranbir can be seen in a hospital gown as he heads towards the lift. Sporting a massive beard and messy, long hair Ranbir is seen walking towards the lift while taking his mobile from the unit boy standing beside him. Animal on the loose in a hospital ????⚠️#RanbirKapoor #SandeepReddyVangapic.twitter.com/3kdB3GL8dZ — Mickey (@seeuatthemovie) March 24, 2023 Fans were quick to leave comments on the tweet saying that the Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar actor gave them the vibes of Shahid Kapoor’s Kabir Singh, a film which was also directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. “He looks so giant!” One Twitter user commented while another added, “kabir singh connection???” Meanwhile, a source recently told Bollywood Hungama, “The India shoot of Animal is wrapped up and the team is now all set to start the last schedule of Animal from the first week of April in the United Kingdom, followed by Scotland. It’s a 20 to 25 days’ shoot and will be done through the month of April. The team intends to shoot some action and dramatic sequences with Ranbir, Bobby, and Anil Kapoor.” The overseas leg is touted to be one of the most important schedules of Animal, as Sandeep has planned to shoot a few of the most important portions of the film overseas. “He reserved the best for the end. The vision for the overseas leg will blow the audience's mind,” the source added. Animal will be wrapped up by April end and will then proceed to the extensive post-production stage, making it ready for a big Independence Day 2023 release. Also Read: Ranbir Kapoor talks about his upcoming film Animal; says, “It is completely out of my comfort zone”

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Kapil Sharma starrer Zwigato becomes tax-free in Odisha

Zwigato produced by Applause Entertainment and Nandita Das Initiatives, starring Kapil Sharma and Shahana Goswami in lead roles, has been made tax-free in the state of Odisha where it was shot. The government of Odisha announced that it is waiving off entertainment tax on movie tickets for Zwigato as part of its effort to promote the movie and the state as a destination for film shooting. The Chief Minister of Odisha, Shri Naveen Patnaik, applauded Nandita Das for her efforts in promoting the state as a destination for commercial movie making and made the announcement of the entertainment tax waiver. Zwigato has received positive reviews from both critics and audiences for its universal theme. The positive word of mouth has encouraged the Odisha government to take this move, which is sure to help drive people to the cinemas and promote the message of the movie to a wider audience. A source close to the film spoke about how the team reacted to this news adding, “Overall, this is a great boost for Zwigato and its message, and it's a testament to the hard work put in by the cast and crew of the film, as well as the support from the government of Odisha.” Zwigato revolves around the life of a food delivery man essayed by Kapil Sharma. After losing his job at a factory because of lockdown and the pandemic, his character takes up the job of a food delivery man. Also Read: Kapil Sharma claims he ‘doesn’t vibe well with grownups’; says, “I prefer the company of my children”

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Aditya Roy Kapur on how he prepared for a double role in Gumraah; says, “I did diction classes and made both the characters sound different”

This year witnessed several celebrity weddings from Rahul-Athiya to Sidharth- Kiara. Aditya Roy Kapur is one of the most charming bachelors in the B-Town and he has been ruling the hearts of a lot of girls. Recently The Night Manager actor was questioned about marriage because most of his peers are getting hitched while he earns the title of the industry's most eligible bachelor from his admirers. Responding to which he said at the trailer launch, “Well, everyone in the industry is getting married, but I am not getting any FOMO. I am taking time.” Aditya will be playing a double role in his upcoming movie Gumraah which also stars Mrunal Thakur. He said, “I have never done a double role in any film. It was a challenge, but maazaa aa gaya. Both the characters, we had to make them look different. I did diction classes and made both the characters sound different. The challenge you face when working on a thriller is to be one step ahead of audience and not vice versa.” Speaking about her role as a police officer in the movie, Mrunal said, “When you play a cop there is a responsibility. Vardi pehen na mushkil hai...there are lot of shades, lot of ups and downs. My entire family belongs to the police department. I took anecdotes and stories from them and incorporated them in my performance.” Gumraah is inspired by the Tamil film Thadam. The teaser revolves around an intense face-off between Mrunal Thakur and Aditya Roy Kapur. Helmed by debutant director Vardhan Ketkar, the film is being produced by Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series and Murad Khetani’s Cine1 Studios. It is slated to release in cinemas on April 7, 2023. Apart from Gumraah, Aditya will also be next seen in Anurag Basu’s Metro In Dino with an ensemble cast. Mrunal was last seen in Sita Ramam with Dulquer Salmaan. She also had a cameo in Akshay Kumar starrer Selfiee. She was seen shaking a leg with Akshay in the song ‘Kudiye Ni Teri’.  She will also be seen in Pippa opposite Ishan Khatter. Mrunal also has Pooja Mera Naam and the Telugu film with Nani. Also Read: Aditya Roy Kapur cannot keep calm as Tom Hiddleston video calls him after watching The Night Manager’s Hindi adaptation

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Zeenat Aman opens up on brand collaborations; says, “I do not think I will share more than three or four, clearly labelled, collaborative posts a month”

Veteran Bollywood actress Zeenat Aman has received and continues to receive immense love on Instagram as unlike other celebrities, she has a different approach to this platform. She recently shared her views on brand collaborations. Zeenat recently took to Instagram and posted a picture of hers walking on the streets of London in a long black coat. Sharing the picture, she wrote, “Oxford Street has changed over the last 45 years, but not nearly as much as I have. I’m in London for a brief visit, and it’s been such fun to show the boys my old haunts. Between personal visits and film shoots, the city was a second home of sorts for many years.” Recollecting the old times, she wrote, “In my twenties I would make a beeline to this street to browse the aisles of Selfridges. I loved their summer fashions, none of which were available in India at the time. So when I found an outfit I liked, I’d buy it in multiple colours! Once my shopping bags were in hand, it would be time for further retail therapy at Harrods.” Sharing her views on collaborations, she said, “Since I’m on the subject of shopping, I have to say that I’ve noticed that many Instagram profiles are more akin to advertising billboards than blogs! It’s a bit of a pity, but it has helped me decide my own approach to this app. Though collaboration requests are pouring in, I’m determined to broach these with caution. I do not think I will share more than three or four, clearly labelled, collaborative posts a month, and I will most definitely not copy-paste captions. I have grown to be possessive of this space we are creating and want to retain its integrity. Both for myself and for those who follow my page.” “The weather here is quintessentially grey, but my spirits are high. I send each of you my gratitude and warm wishes. Though I am unable to reply personally, I do read the wonderful comments, messages and suggestions that you leave for me,” she concluded.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Zeenat Aman (@thezeenataman) Fans were quick to share their views in the comments section. Reacting to the post a fan wrote, “Your page is becoming my regular source of goodness. It makes me want to pause and admire the world. It’s a destination of sanity and beauty in a world going insane and dull. Thank you. Love and light,” another user commented, “Don't remember when was the last time I took time to read captions under someone's Instagram post. With you the day I saw you here on Instagram, I knew it's going to be an exquisite read.” Zeenat Aman is an Indian actress and a former model. The Evil Within (1970), starring Dev Anand, marked the former beauty queen's acting debut. She has acted in films like Yaadon Ki Baarat, Satyam Shivam Sundaram, Qurbani, Dharam Veer, Hare Rama Hare Krishna, Insaaf Ka Tarazu among others. Also Read: Zeenat Aman’s photo from the 1970s in a slinky silver sequined gown proves that she has consistently been at the forefront of everything glam

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Sonam Kapoor welcomes spring in London with husband Anand Ahuja and son Vayu

Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor’s recent post will make you fall in love with Notting Hill, London. She recently shared beautiful pictures from London where she can be seen having the time of her life, experiencing beautiful spring along with her husband and son. Sonam took to Instagram and shared adorable pictures from London where she can be seen along with her husband Anand Ahuja and son Vayu. In other pictures, several views of different part of the city can be seen that are donned with blooming flowers. Sharing the picture, She captioned, “Spring is coming….. @anandahuja #vayusparents #everydayphenomenal.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Sonam Kapoor Ahuja (@sonamkapoor) Soo after she shared the post, her fans and industry friends poured their love in the comments section. Sonam’s sister Rhea Kapoor commented, “I miss this coat,” while Samantha Ruth Prabhu dropped a heart emoji. Reacting to the pictures, a fan wrote, “Manifesting this life really hard,” while another user wrote, “God bless this beautiful family.” Sonam Kapoor and businessman Anand Ahuja got married on May 8, 2018, in a traditional Anand Karaj ceremony. On August 20, 2022, the couple embraced parenthood and welcomed their first baby boy Vayu Kapoor Ahuja in Mumbai. On the professional front, Sonam Kapoor is next expected to feature in a film titled Blind which is an official remake of the 2011 Korean film by the same name. It tells the story of a blind police officer in search of a serial killer. Directed by debutant director Shome Makhija, the film also stars Purab Kohli, Vinay Pathak, and Lillete Dubey. Also Read: Anand Ahuja pens a heartfelt note for Sonam Kapoor on Mother’s Day

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Vikrant Massey says he is still proud of Chhapaak despite its box-office performance: “The intent with which we made the film was bang-on”

From legendary sports persons to eminent politicians, there has been a noticeable trend in Bollywood on making biographical films. Among many others, actress Deepika Padukone has portrayed great historic personalities such as Queen Padmaavati and Princess from Bundelkhand Mastani. Besides this, she also essayed the character of an acid attack survivor Laxmi Agarwal in her 2020 release Chhapaak. The film received rave reviews, but it didn’t turn out to be as successful as one would expect. Recently, Vikrant Massey, who played Deepika’s love interest in the biographical drama, stated that he is still “proud” of Chhapaak despite its box-office performance. It all happened during a fun rapid-fire round with ETimes. The portal asked Vikrant if he was disappointed when Chhapaak didn’t do well at the box office. To which, he immediately replied, “Not at all. I’m very proud of that film. It didn’t do well for multiple reasons, but the intent with which we made the film was bang-on.” When asked to elaborate on the “multiple reasons,” Vikrant said, “You know the political s**t that happened after that.” For the unversed, the Meghna Gulzar directorial found itself at the centre of a controversy after Deepika’s decision to support the students of JNU in a strike, days before the film’s release. Coming back to Vikrant Massey, the 35-year-old actor is currently busy with promotions of his upcoming film Gaslight. Slated to release on Disney+ Hotstar, it will also feature Sara Ali Khan and Chitrangda Singh in the lead while Akshay Oberoi, Shishir Sharma and Rahul Dev will be playing other significant characters. The psychological thriller will start streaming on the OTT platform from March 31 onwards. Also Read: Pavan Kirpalani says Sara Ali Khan, Vikrant Massey, Chitrangda Singh starrer Gaslight was shot in 36 days: ‘I can shoot a film within controlled budgets and tight schedules’

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Salman Khan’s fans not allowed to gather outside his Mumbai residence after threat email; security beefed up

Bollywood actor Salman Khan's security has been beefed up by the Mumbai Police after one of his associates received threats via email. While the security has been increased, a case has been registered at the Bandra Police Station in Mumbai against gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, Goldy Brar and a person named Rohit Garg under IPC sections 506(2),120(b) & 34. Now, police officials have informed that fans won’t be allowed to gather outside his Mumbai residence after the threat. According to a report in PTI, a police official said that “two Assistant Police Inspector (API)-rank officers and eight to ten constables will be part of Khan's security detail round the clock.” The official also added that fans won’t be allowed to assemble outside Salman’s Galaxy Apartments residence in Bandra. It was earlier reported that Y-plus security has been provided to Salman Khan by the police. He will also travel in a bullet-proof car with his personal security detail. Additional security measures have also been given to the actor. As per reports, a person named Rohit Garg allegedly issued the threat and mentioned Goldy Brar, Canadian gangster's name, saying the latter wants to meet the actor in person. Recently, Lawrence Bishnoi also allegedly said that killing Salman is his life's goal. In a recent report shared by ABP News, Bishnoi was quoted saying, “There is anger in our society for Salman Khan. He humiliated my society. A case was filed against him but he did not apologize. If he does not tender an apology, be ready to face the consequences. I will not depend on anyone else.” He went on to add that he has been harboring the feeling of hatred ever since childhood. Bishnoi continued, “Will break his ego sooner or later. He should come to our deity’s temple and apologize. If our society forgives, then I will not say anything.” ALSO READ: Mumbai police take action against gangsters Bishnoi and others for threatening Salman Khan

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Sara Ali Khan speaks on Janhvi Kapoor’s ‘I don’t get respect’ remark; says, “Maybe as an actor one still has to prove themselves”

Ever since Sara Ali Khan and Jahnvi Kapoor appeared on the popular chat show Koffee with Karan together, their friendship has been the subject of admiration among fans. In fact, other than the chat show, the duo has often spoken about each other in interviews. However, this time, it seems there is a difference of opinion among the star kids over Kapoor’s “I don’t get respect” remark. For the unversed, Janhvi Kapoor had earlier said, “I believe I have more to offer and I want to prove to myself that I can take up new challenges and emerge from it. Somewhere it comes down to the line that ‘Mujhe mauke bohot mile hai, par izzat abhi tak nahi mila (I have got a lot of opportunities, but I am yet to earn the respect)’ and I think that’s what I am working for, in my own eyes. It takes a lot to build the perception and then break it,” during her interaction with Barkha Dutt at the We The Women event. Coming back to Sara, she was recently asked to share her point of view on the same on Siddharth Kanan’s podcast. In her response, the Simmba actress asserted, “I don’t feel under-respected at all. I think I have been given a lot of respect. I think for me, if you accept me for who I am, that’s the biggest sign of respect and touchwood, I got that very early in my career. I think from the very beginning I got respect.” Explaining her take further, the 27-year-old actress added, “Maybe what Janhvi could have meant, maybe as an actor one still has to prove themselves. But even then, whether it’s Kedarnath or Atrangi [Re], I read the reviews I was given. I don’t think respect has been a problem for me.” Meanwhile, on the professional front, Sara is currently busy with promoting her next release Gaslight, whereas Janhvi will be next seen in Mr & Mrs Mahi. On the other hand, she will also make her debut in the Telugu film industry with NTR 30. Also Read: Sara Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor shoot for a project together: ‘Wait and watch us’

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Twinkle Khanna gets flowers from son Aarav on Mother’s Day

Twinkle Khanna’s son, Aarav Bhatia delivered his mother flowers on March 19, for Mother's Day in the UK. The actress posted a video of the bouquet of flowers her kid gave her on her social media account. On Monday, Twinkle took to Instagram and shared a video. She can be seen in the video taking pictures of all the flower-filled vases that are in front of the mirror. The actress-turned-author looked as lovely as ever in a brown shirt and black jeans. She made ‘Flowers’ by Miley Cyrus the background music. Sharing the video, she captioned, “Yesterday was all about flowers from my older one. Though I do believe that flowers on Mother's Day should come with a note that says, Thank you for making it through my teenage years and I apologise for the white hair, frown lines and frayed neurons I have left behind. What message would you write to your mom with your flowers?”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Twinkle Khanna (@twinklerkhanna) As soon as she posted the video, netizens shared their views in the comments section. Reacting to the post, a fan commented, “Beautiful,” while another user wrote, “God bless you and our family.” A comment read, “Such beautiful flowers your son has sent,” “You are fortunate,” read another comment. Several fans expressed their love for their own respective mother in the comments section. Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna tied the knot on January 17, 2001. They embraced parenthood and welcomed their son Aarav in 2002. The couple was also blessed with a daughter Nitara in 2002. Also Read: Twinkle Khanna cracks up the internet with a hilarious post with pictures with different expressions; see video

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Kareena Kapoor Khan opens up about ‘working-mom guilt’; says, “We always try to not have that, but I think it'll always creep in”

Many actresses in the past have opened up about the life of a working woman and the challenges of balancing work and motherhood. Kareena Kapoor Khan is one such actress, who has not only changed the way the world perceive married actresses but she has also proved that motherhood doesn’t impact the success of a female actor either. Balancing the role of a mother and a female star of the tinseltown, Kareena has always maintained that her love for acting has remained the same over the years and how her husband Saif Ali Khan has remained supportive throughout this journey. In a recent interview, she also opened up about a subject that is rarely discussed – the ‘working mom guilt’. In an interview with The Quint, Kareena Kapoor Khan was seen discussing her journey as an actress which also included her challenges of balancing work and motherhood. The actress discussed that she loves to juggle the real and reel life roles together, adding, “It’s fun, I love it. I don’t know what life is like without my children, my family, and my husband. That is the most important thing of my life. At the same time, I must do things that I enjoy which is working, being on the movie set and acting.” She further went on to reveal about the working mom guilt. For the unversed, the working mom guilt is a concept where women often feel like they are missing out on their child’s growth and development, and guilt themselves into believing that they prioritize work over their child. Talking about it, Kareena added, "We always try to not have that guilt, but I think it'll always creep in. Each person deals with it differently. Each mother deals with it differently. So, I can't sit here and give tips. I don't even like the idea of giving tips to any mother because everybody’s journey is different." On the work front, Kareena Kapoor Khan will be making her OTT debut this year with the Sujoy Ghosh directorial, an untitled adaptation of the Japanese novel, Devotion of Suspect X. The actress will also be seen as the protagonist in the upcoming Hansal Mehta directorial, followed by The Crew, co-starring Tabu and Kriti Sanon. Also Read: Kareena Kapoor Khan says Saif Ali Khan doesn’t understand why she keeps posing for paps; says, “I am not drawing any lines”

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Kangana Ranaut reveals she wanted to launch restaurant last year; says couldn't do it due to “financial setbacks”

Kangana Ranaut is a name that needs no introduction in the Indian film industry. She has made a mark for herself with her impeccable acting skills, bold choices of roles, and expressing of her opinions. Apart from acting, Ranaut has also tried her hand at direction and production. However, did you know that she wants to own a restaurant as well? In one of her recent Instagram stories, the actress opened up about her dream of owning a restaurant while revealing that she wanted to open a restaurant last year but she couldn’t because of “financial setbacks”. For the unversed, the Queen actress shared a clip of one of her old interviews with film trade analyst Komal Nahta. The host asked Kangana about her wish list other than films. Meanwhile, captioning the same, she wrote, “Another interview from more than a decade ago, yes cooking is very much on my agenda ... had some financial setbacks last year otherwise I was all set to launch my restaurant in the valley, will be coming soon though.” The Tanu Weds Manu actress further added, “Thanks to my fans for these clips I had forgotten about these interactions, but look when we build intentions we set destiny GPS (global positioning system), so cultivate intentions, not desires.” On the same note, it is worth mentioning here that Ranaut’s last project Dhaakad, which was released in 2022, performed poorly at the box office. On the other hand, Kangana had earlier shared that she has mortgaged her house to finance her first upcoming directorial, Emergency. Coming to the professional front, the 35-year-old actress will be next seen headlining Emergency and a Tamil-language film, Chandramukhi 2. Nearly a month after wrapping up Emergency, Kangana also concluded the shoot of Chandramukhi 2. Emergency was slated to release on October 20 this year. However, when the makers of Ganapath announced that they would be releasing their Tiger Shroff starrer on October 20, Kangana postponed her film and stated that she will unveil the new release date of Emergency “only one month in advance with a trailer.” Also Read: Kangana Ranaut pens emotional note before concluding Chandramukhi 2 shooting; lauds co-star Raghava Lawrence “master” 

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Zeenat Aman drops a priceless throwback pic from set of Shalimar; shares amusing story behind it

Every picture tells a story. In fact, in the case of veteran actress Zeenat Aman, this is quite applicable. Ever since she has made her debut on Instagram, with each post on her feed, she has given her followers a peek into her life. Making an addition to the same, the glamorous diva of Indian cinema took a trip down the memory lane and recalled the mahurat day of Krishna Shah’s film Shalimar. She revealed that during one of the shoot days, British actor Rex Harrison advised her to get married immediately because she was beautiful. In the throwback photo, Aman is looking gorgeous in a silver gown. Speaking of its details, an excerpt of her post read, “My glorious silver gown was created by renowned costume designer Mani Rabadi based on a design of my own making. Its plunging neckline and sleek silhouette certainly turned some heads. In fact, Mani literally sewed me into the gown to give it that exquisite fit.” Meanwhile, the Roti Kapda Aur Makaan actress further continued, “We had several international actors in attendance that day, including Gina Lollobrigida. She later backed out of the production, amongst swirling rumours that we had locked horns. British actor Rex Harrison wasn’t at the event, but he was in the film. One day on set, he told me - “A beautiful girl like you should get married immediately”. I had a good laugh over that. And for the record, I think that’s a terrible reason to get married.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Zeenat Aman (@thezeenataman) Concluding her write-up, the 71-year-old actress stated that though Shalimar didn’t quite dazzle the audience, it was a “thrilling adventure all the same.” Like always, the post received love from the netizens. “Shalimar was thrilling film with international fair and good songs, it deserved more love at the box office,” wrote movie buff, while another commented, “Our teenaged hearts raced like crazy when we first saw this photo.” Also Read: Zeenat Aman shares her experience walking Lakme Fashion Week ramp; says, “There was a butterfly or two fluttering in my stomach”

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EXPLOSIVE: “Jo film 10 minute bhi dekhne ko mann nahin karta, aisi filmon ko most watched film of the year ka title diya jaata hai! I wonder if OTT platforms are fooling the people or if are they fooling themselves” – Pahlaj Nihalani

Pahlaj Nihalani started the year 2023 by celebrating his 73rd birthday, on January 10. In February, he held an inauguration event for his revamped South Mumbai theatre, Nishat Cinema. Bollywood Hungama exclusively spoke to him a few days ago about what he’s up to nowadays and a lot more. How do you look at the box office at present? If I go back to 1993 or 1994, it was a time when a big film, of the scale of Pathaan, will be released in maximum of 150 cinemas across the country. Yet, the big films at that point did the same kind of business that Pathaan or any other big film does in today’s times, despite the increase in prints and ticket rates in today's times. Those were the days when films would boast of 7 crore footfalls. I don’t think Pathaan will even cross 5 crore footfalls. Its run is about to get exhausted. Also, the ticket prices of Rs. 800 or 1000 can discourage some people to not venture out to cinema halls. 3 Idiots (2009) became a blockbuster with 4 crore footfalls. The cost of tickets has doubled since then but the box office hasn’t seen the same growth. Akshay Kumar used to give consistent hits but his films barely got footfalls of more than 1.25 crores. A film needs 1.50 or 1.75 crore footfalls to be declared a blockbuster. And our country's population is 140 crores. That’s why satellite channels are giving so much money to buy TV rights as they help the film reach out to every household. It’s also amusing that though many of the star-studded films are disasters, OTT platforms are claiming that millions of people have watched them on their platform. I don’t know where they are getting these numbers. Jo film 10 minute bhi dekhne ko mann nahin karta, aisi filmon ko most watched film of the year ka title diya jaata hai (smiles)! I wonder if they are fooling the people or if are they fooling themselves. You were the chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). What do you have to say about its functioning, under Prasoon Joshi? Recently, you had spoken against reports that the orange swimsuit shot in the song ‘Besharam Rang’ from Pathaan might have been removed by the CBFC… A lot of controversies were made over the orange swimsuit. But the Censors have not cut those shots. And I had said before the release that you cannot remove a shot based on the colour. The issue died down after the release of the film. It was completely political. A chairperson’s tenure in CBFC is usually 3 years. There have been murmurs as to why Prasoon Joshi continues to be the chairperson since August 2017... He’s the chairperson till further orders. He’s there as a chairperson but he’s also not there! What do you mean? When we get the appointment letter, it states that the tenure will start from a certain date and end on a certain date or until further orders. Since there have been no further orders, he continues to be the chairperson. However, he’s not attending office. I doubt if he has visited the office in the last 2-3 years. Gaye honge office toh sirf 2-4 baar. It was said that you used to attend office everyday… Mere paas kaam nahin tha na! Inke paas bahut kaam hai (laughs). Do you feel sad that people remember you only for your stint as the CBFC chairperson and the controversies that erupted at that time and not your body of work? I feel that jo accha kaam karta hai, uski agar burai na ho, toh fir accha kaam hua hi nahin! Nowadays, you don’t hear anything critical about CBFC. That’s because of fear. Abhi sab cheez ka darr hai sabko. No one gives any reaction or quote to the media. I used to do that as I felt it was important to clarify. People didn’t like it. In my time, many wanted to become chairperson. They were eying my chair. Even right now, bahut log mehnat kar rahe hai. Par nahin ban paa rahe hai. I put together a system in place at CBFC. The new members are following it. They haven’t made any changes though times now are different. We have OTT platforms now. They are not under any rules. This needs to be addressed. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: “One of the big reasons why films are FLOPPING big time is because there’s a lot of interference and DOMINANCE by the stars” – Pahlaj Nihalani

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Khushi Kapoor’s brown bodycon dress by Manish Malhotra lends a stylish touch to date night outfit

Khushi Kapoor has made a remarkable impact with her fashion experiments, as seen by her thoughtfully maintained Instagram account, which is no less than an up-to-date look book. Whatever the fashion, she has worn it. Khushi Kapoor's wardrobe has lately caught our attention on Instagram thanks to her high fashion collaboration photoshoot contrasted with her candid picture dumps displaying her noteworthy sartorial interpretation of the season's top trends. The young actor has repeatedly shown relevant and fashionable attire. The actor's personal collection is brimming with strong sartorial punch, from daytime knitwear tastefully matched with pleated minis to cut-out items that double as everyday ensembles. When Khushi Kapoor dresses up for an occasion, it's tough to take your eyes off her. Don't you concur? The young fashionista understands how to take over the internet with her effortless ability to wear both ethnic and Western attire. What has she added to her sassy fashion tales recently? The star-child donned a stunning black mesh bodycon dress by Manish Malhotra, one of the world's most renowned fashion designers. The long dress had a closed neckline and distinctive patterns in a variety of colours from the “Diffuse” collection of the designer. Long sleeves with a chess motif were worn with the ensemble. It's important to note that Khushi's curvy body was accentuated by the OOTD's figure-hugging style. Together with it, she wore earrings and rings. For makeup? She chose contouring, pink eyeshadow, glossy coloured lips, and winged eyeliner. Her hair of half-up, half-down was attractive. Meanwhile, on the work front, Khushi will be making her debut with The Archies, the upcoming web film will be released on the OTT platform Netflix. Apart from Khushi Kapoor, it stars Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan, Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson and Shweta Bachchan’s son Agastya Nanda, Mihir Ahuja, Aditi Dot, Yuvraj Menda, and Vedang Raina in key roles. SUMMARY OF LOOK DETAILS: ACTRESS: Khushi Kapoor OUTFIT: Manish Malhotra   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by ᴋʜᴜsʜɪ ᴋᴀᴘᴏᴏʀ (@khushi05k) Also Read: Khushi Kapoor’s yellow strapless dress worth Rs.6K and black mini top handle bag is a perfect date night outfit

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Siddharth Anand on Hrithik Roshan’s character in Fighter: “Patty is really something he has really worked hard on”

Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan recently wrapped the schedule of his next project, Fighter, which is India’s first aerial action film. It marks his reunion with Bang Bang and War director Siddharth Anand and it sees him star opposite Deepika Padukone for the first time. The actor says it is a huge-scale project and sees it as a good opportunity. Speaking about Hrithik Roshan’s role to India Today, Siddharth Anand said, “With Hrithik, this is my third film — Bang Bang and War had really different characters. Rajveer and Kabir are two different people and personalities, completely opposite. And Patty, the character he’s playing in Fighter, he’s made it his own. He’s like a chameleon, he just adapts and becomes that character for that one year (when he’s shooting the film). So he can bring a certain genuineness to it that can last over a franchise, it’s not just made up for that moment, he becomes that person. So Patty is really something Hrithik has really worked hard on, different from Kabir and Rajveer. It is really exciting to see him transform like that. It is like a dream for a director to have an actor who just submits himself to that film for so long. He is a joy.” Talking about Deepika Padukone’s role, he added, “Like I said, my female parts are really strong, and very exciting. Deepika is also playing an Air Force officer (in Fighter). She’s a part of the elite unit of the Air Force, and it’s based on a lot of reality and authenticity. Something that Deepika has also bitten into. It is something that she’s not played before. And honestly, it’s a lot like her in real life, the character that she’s playing. She’s so much fun on set and she’s translating that character to be a real good takkar to Hrithik’s character, so it is very exciting. It’s fun!” Meanwhile, Siddharth Anand recently collaborated with Deepika Padukone for Pathaan. On the other hand, Hrithik Roshan was last seen in the Hindi remake of Vikram Vedha with Saif Ali Khan. Deepika Padukone has an array of line up including a film with Prabhas and Nag Ashwin, The Intern remake, Singham Again and more. ALSO READ: "I will constantly innovate to disrupt" - says Pathaan director Siddharth Anand

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Lawrence Bishnoi threatens Salman Khan; asks him to ‘apologize’ to his community

Readers would recall the 1990s blackbuck case where allegedly Salman Khan along with a few cast members of Hum Saath Saath Hain was accused of killing the rare species. Soon after the case, Khan received several threatening notes and was even attacked, which was later reportedly said to be the work of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The gangster, who is currently in jail for allegedly murdering Punjabi musician Sidhu Moosewala, is said to have threatened the actor and has asked Khan to apologize to his community. Claiming that the blackbuck is expected to be an auspicious species of his community, Lawrence Bishnoi has reportedly maintained that his entire community has been furious with Salman Khan. In a report shared by ABP News, Bishnoi was quoted saying, “There is anger in our society for Salman Khan. He humiliated my society. A case was filed against him but he did not apologise. If he does not tender an apology, be ready to face the consequences. I will not depend on anyone else.” He went on to add that he has been harboring the feeling of hatred ever since childhood. Bishnoi continued, “Will break his ego sooner or later. He should come to our deity’s temple and apologise. If our society forgives, then I will not say anything.” While several reports in the past have spoken about Bishnoi not only threatening but also attacking Salman Khan, in the recent years, the threats resurfaced after the murder of Sidhu Moosewala. In fact, Salim Khan too is reportedly said to have been threatened when he went for his usual morning jog in Mumbai, followed by which Salman Khan applied for weapons license. As of now, the actor is said to have been granted the same. Also Read: Pathaan director Siddharth Anand lauds Salman Khan; says, “He is so sweet and just needs love and pampering”

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Ishaan Khatter starrer Pippa may get OTT release

It's been three months since Ishaan Khatter starrer Pippa was deferred from its theatrical release. The film was supposed to release on December 2, 2022. However, it seems like now the makers are prepping for a direct-to-digital premiere for the movie. As per a report in Mid-Day, this development of opting for an OTT release has happened due to "Ronnie Screwvala’s legal battle with four national multiplex chains for anti-competitive collusion, with respect to the undue imposition of Virtual Print Fee (VPF)." Ronnie Screwvala, who is producing the movie with Siddharth Roy Kapur, has reportedly petitioned the Competition Commission of India (CCI) "against multiplexes making producers and distributors pay Rs 20,000 for every film screened at every property as VPF, calling it a draconian discriminatory charge that multiplex chains are forcibly imposing." Back then, CCI had noted the producer couldn't prove his allegations at the time, the dealings between the producer and the multiplex chains haven't gone down well. However, the makers are very content with the project has turned out and are planning for a digital release soon. Based on ‘The Burning Chaffees’ written by Brigadier Balram Singh Mehta and scored by Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman, Pippa is a heroic tank battle film that underscores the bravery of Brigadier Mehta, a veteran of the 45th Cavalry tank squadron, who, along with his siblings, fought on the eastern front during the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971, which led to the liberation of India's neighbour Bangladesh. At the centre of the film is the amphibious war tank involved in the victory, affectionately christened “Pippa”, which like an empty ghee da dabba smoothly floats on water. Produced by RSVP and Roy Kapur Films, Pippa stars Ishaan Khatter, Mrunal Thakur, Priyanshu Painyuli and Soni Razdan. ALSO READ: Wamiqa Gabbi shares her experience working with Ishaan Khatter; says, “His dancing skills are something which I would like to imbibe and learn for myself”

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The Elephant Whisperers couple Bomman and Bella awarded Rs. 1 lakh by Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin after Oscars; Guneet Monga responds

13th March 2023 was a day of pride for India when Netflix’s Elephant Whisperers which was created by Kartiki Gonsalves and produced by Guneet Monga, made history by becoming the first film produced in India to win an Academy Award in the “Documentary Short Film” category at the 95th Oscars. The overwhelming admiration and praises received on the Oscar win has overjoyed the Producers Guneet Monga, Achin Jain and Director Kartiki Gonsalves and the protagonists of the film Bomman and Bellie. The heartwarming documentary is a journey into Bomman and Bellie’s world and their efforts in raising baby elephants, co-existing with nature and sharing their space and home with animals of the forest. They are delighted to see and hear the adulation their story is receiving from across the world. On bringing Bomman and Bellies’ story to life and being recognised worldwide, Kartiki Gonsalves mentioned, “It is absolutely incredible to have an Indian Indigenous documentary on the sacred bond between man and nature on our very own Asian Elephants to be recognised around the world. I still remember when I showed them the final film in a private viewing in October of 2022. There is no greater feeling in the world than to present to Bomman and Bellie everything I have worked on over the last five years to bring their story to the world and to watch them smile and laugh and cry while watching it. That I must admit is the most beautiful feeling in the world. I didn’t just make a documentary on them, they are an integral part of my life along with Sanjana, Raghu and Ammu. It was also a very special moment when I took my parents to their house. We are all family. I am extremely grateful to Netflix and Sikhya Entertainment’s excellent team for believing in the power of this very unique family story. It is truly an honour to be the first-ever Indian director to receive a prestigious Academy Award. With this win, I hope to encourage more young women and men to go out and tell their unique stories however small they might be and to also work on more stories to help connect humans to nature and to understand it better.” Overjoyed and so proud to see Bomman & Bellie honoured by our honourable Chief Minister @mkstalin after ‘The Elephant Whisperers’ won the first academy award for India for an independent film at 95th Academy Awards@supriyasahuias @EarthSpectrum @TheAcademy @netflix @sikhyaent https://t.co/NbbsI9EWlp — Kartiki Gonsalves (@EarthSpectrum) March 15, 2023 Guneet Monga, on Bomman and Bellie being felicitated, mentioned, “The days following the ceremony have been so incredibly gratifying. The immense love the film is receiving worldwide and the incredible appreciation of people from across the globe has been overwhelming. This opens up a whole new audience for the documentary and I’m happy that the intent and message of our film will further reach millions. Also the impact the film has had and the love for the amazing duo of Bomman and Bellie is for me personally as a filmmaker the biggest achievement of all. The impact this news has had and that they’re being recognised, and felicitated for their incredible story, and their hard work makes me really emotional and happy. This was always our intent in making this humble documentary, to nurture the human relationship with the environment, and two incredible humans who selflessly set an example of how we all can Co-exist.” This historic win has been lauded by influential voices across the country, from politicians to leading entertainment voices. The documentary has garnered praises from all corners and has given the world the opportunity to see Bomman and Bellie through Kartiki’s lens. Bomman and Bellie were also felicitated by the CM of Tamil Nadu, MK Stalin. The efforts of The Elephant Whisperers’ team has resulted in the Tamil Nadu Government announcing a token of appreciation of Rs 1. lakh each for all 91 elephant caretakers across the 2 camps in the state from the CM Relief Fund. Additionally, Rs 9.1 cr has been assigned to build homes for mahouts and Rs. 5 cr has been allotted to develop 'Elephant Camp' in Anamalai Tiger Reserve. ALSO READ: Amul Celebrates The Elephant Whisperers’ win at Oscars 2023; Guneet Monga reacts 

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Salman Yusuff Khan shares a “disturbing” event; claims Bengaluru immigration officer harassed him for not knowing Kannada, watch

Actor-choreographer Salman Yusuff Khan, on Wednesday, took to his social media handle and dropped a video alleging that he was harassed and asked to speak in Kannada by an immigration officer at the Bengaluru international airport. Salman went on his Instagram Live to narrate the “disturbing” incident where he felt harassed by the officer. Along with the video, he shared the details of the incident in the caption as well. He tagged Kempegowda International Airport and wrote, “On my way to Dubai and I meet this immigration officer who speaks to me in Kannada .. and I in my broken Kannada try to tell him that I understand the language but can’t speak so well to which he continues to speak in Kannada and shows me my passport and points out my name and my birthplace and my father’s name and his birthplace and has the audacity to tell me that .. you and your father are born in Bangalore and u can’t speak Kannada.” The dancer-choreographer also added that when he tried to defend himself saying that he can speak Hindi instead, the officer still insisted that he could “suspect” Salman “for anything”. As he continued, Khan added, “I told him … TRY ME . And got a little louder and repeated TRY ME .. thrice …To which he kept quiet ..I told him that if uneducated people like you continue to live in this country, this country will never grow …To which he just kept his head down and murmured…” Concluding his caption, Salman wrote, “Ps: I am a proud bangalorean but what I’ve faced today is unacceptable … you should always encourage people to learn any local language not demean them for not knowing it .. and pulling your parents name into it.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Salmanyusuffkhan (@salmanyusuffkhan) Salman’s video has received a mixed response from netizens. While many extended their support, a section of them called him out for calling Hindi the mother tongue of India. Also Read: First winner Salman Yusuff Khan gets emotional as he returns to Dance India Dance after 13 years!

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