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In this rare 2016 interview, Pooja Bhatt, who turned 53 this week, opened up to Subhash K Jha and spoke frankly and candidly about her life, priorities, pets & peeves.

Pooja, why don’t we see you on screen anymore?

I am not offered anything. No one wants to cast me! Earlier, they thought I was a producer-director’s daughter, hence difficult. Now, I am a producer-director myself. So, you can imagine how intimidated they are. The last person who was brave enough to cast me was Rahul Bose in Everybody Says I’m Fine. He gave me no choice. He is my dearest friend. I confided in him about how disillusioned I was by the business of cinema and stardom. He offered me a role. I was aghast. ‘What kind of a friend are you? I just told you I’m sick of the industry, and you’re offering me a role?...

Pooja Bhatt’s Holiday, which was released on February 10, 2006, featured Dino Morea as a Salsa dancer. Dino Morea’s swan-like grace in the Salsa dancing, done with such precise and yet spontaneous élan, leaves us watching open-mouthed. Subhash K Jha revisits the film, and we hear from Dino Morea about a film he loved, Holiday.

Here’s an actor who has so far been wrongly, badly, or inadequately used. It’s a pleasure beyond measure to watch Dino do his ‘dirty’ dancing accompanied by some truly innovative music(Ranjit Barot) and choreography(Sandeep Soparkar).

For her second directorial venture, Pooja Bhatt has chosen a dream team. All her cast and crew conspire to create a Goan romance with a velvety Valentinian vibrancy. You can’t see Holiday qualifying for an Oscar nomination. But the gawky-chick-meets-graceful-dancer romance keeps a smile alive till the end. And that’s no small mercy!

When Dino,...

Celebs React To Saif Ali Khan’s Attack (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The attack on Saif Ali Khan after an attempted robbery at his Bandra residence in the wee hours of morning has left his fans and the entire fraternity into a state of shock. They have been pouring in messages of a speedy recovery for the actor. Here is taking a look at some of the celebs reacting to the shocking development.

Chiranjeevi Konidela took to his X account to state, “Deeply disturbed by the news of the attack by an intruder on #SaifAliKhan. Wishing and praying for his speedy recovery.” Take a look at his tweet.

Deeply Disturbed by news of the attack by an intruder on #SaifAliKhan

Wishing and praying for his speedy recovery.

— Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) January 16, 2025

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Sunny Deol Starrer Border 2 Goes On Floor, Leaving Netizens Pumped Up For His Team Up With Varun Dhawan ( Photo Credit – YouTube; Instagram )

After the tremendous success of Gadar 2 last year, another one of Sunny Deol’s cult classics is coming soon with a sequel. We are talking about Border’s sequel, Border 2. T-Series gave the fans an early Christmas present by revealing the film’s release date and cast. Deol was a driving force in the Og movie; hence, he will be there to lead the cast, which also stars Varun Dhawan. Scroll below to know the audience’s reactions.

For the unversed, Border was released in 1997, and the epic war drama was produced and directed by the legendary Jp Dutta. It is set during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 and is based on the Battle of Longewala. The war drama had an ensemble cast comprising Sunny Deol,...

Table of ContentsIntroductionAlia Bhatt’s Heartwarming Birthday PostA Glimpse into Raha’s Early DaysThe Birthday Celebration: A Jungle Safari-Themed PartyFamily and Friends Attend Raha’s Special DayAlia’s Reflections on MotherhoodConclusion1. Introduction

Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor recently celebrated their daughter Raha Kapoor’s second birthday, a significant milestone that filled social media with love and admiration for the family. Alia marked the day with a beautiful post featuring a cherished photo from Raha’s early days.

2. Alia Bhatt’s Heartwarming Birthday Post

To commemorate Raha’s birthday, Alia Bhatt shared a heartfelt image of the family, capturing a precious memory when Raha was just a few weeks old. In the photo, Alia is seen holding baby Raha in her arms, while Ranbir wraps them both in a warm embrace.

3. A Glimpse into Raha’s Early Days

The nostalgic post captures the essence of parenthood, showing Alia and Ranbir as...

Mahesh Bhatt, the renowned filmmaker, recently celebrated his 76th birthday on September 20, receiving heartfelt wishes from family and friends. His daughter, actress Alia Bhatt, shared an emotional Instagram post to mark the occasion, expressing gratitude for his constant presence in her life. Alia shared two meaningful pictures: a black-and-white snapshot from her wedding, with her father nearby as she got henna applied, and a relaxed image of the two sitting together with their eyes closed. In her touching caption, she praised her father for always being there and affectionately called him “pops” and “g-pa.”

Mahesh’s wife Soni Razdan, along with his daughters Pooja Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatt, also sent him warm birthday wishes. Actress Mallika Sherawat, who starred in Murder (produced by Mahesh Bhatt), posted a video in which Mahesh praised her, calling her his “pride.” In her post, Mallika expressed how working with Mahesh Bhatt on Murder was a life-changing experience,...

Actor Alia Bhatt’s father, filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt, has often spoken candidly about his personal life. In a 1998 interview with Rediff, Mahesh opened up about his parents’ religions – his father Nanabhai Bhatt was a Gujarati Brahmin, and mother Shirin Mohammad Ali was a Muslim.

He recalled how his mother was ‘a little embarrassed when he flaunted his Muslim roots’, adding she became ‘worried’, when he gave his daughters Alia and Shaheeh Bhatt ‘Muslim names’ Speaking about his parents, Mahesh had said in the old interview, “I had the best of both worlds.

My mother was a Shia Muslim, while my father was a janoi-clad man. He never pretended to be secular. What’s very interesting, both (father and mother) retained their individual faiths. They were madly in love but neither indulged in the farce of wanting to do things the other way.” Recalling life during the 1992 communal riots of Mumbai,...

Farah Khan’s Masi Daisy Irani Once Shared Heartbreaking Details Of Getting Raped At 6. (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Farah Khan has often shared the ordeals her mother, Menaka Irani, went through dealing with a tumultuous life and an alcoholic husband. However, it was not a tough life for Farah and Sajid’s mother only; it was a tough life for her aunts, Honey Irani and Daisy Irani, as well. Menaka, who was the eldest, was born in 1945 and married Kamran Khan. Meanwhile, Daisy Irani, who was born in 1950, married Kk Shukla, and Honey Irani, born in 1965, married Javed Akhtar.

Menaka and Honey witnessed a rocky marriage, while Daisy once shared that she had a traumatic childhood. In one of her interviews, the actress, who has been relevant in the industry since childhood, talked about getting raped, beaten with a belt, and getting molested at a very young.

Daisy Irani, in an interview with Mumbai Mirror,...

Bigg Boss Ott 3 Verdict: 120% More Views Than Salman Khan’s Bb Ott 2 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Bigg Boss Ott 3 has been gaining its viewership slowly and steadily! The show that opened with 4.5 million views on the premiere day itself has now taken over Salman Khan’s Bb Ott Season 2, which was won by Elvish Yadav! Salman’s season of Ott started slower than Anil Kapoor’s!

Bb Ott 3 Week 1 Verdict

Bigg Boss Ott 3 has been streaming for one week, and now, the viewership numbers for the first three days are out. These three days have garnered 5.3 million views on Jio Cinema, which is a huge number.

Salman Khan’s Bigg Boss Ott 2 in three days garnered only 2.4 million views after he welcomed Pooja Bhatt, Abhishek Malhan, Manisha Rani, and others on the digital version of the much-loved reality show.

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Every ‘American Idol’ Winner and Where Are They Now ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

The show has aired 22 seasons, declaring 22 winners, some of whom have bagged Grammys, while others could not make it big in the music industry. Here is a list of all the winners of American Idol so far and their current whereabouts.

Season 1: Kelly Clarkson ( Photo Credit – IMDb )

Kelly Clarkson made history in 2002 by becoming the first-ever winner of American Idol. After the show, the singer had a successful music career, releasing her debut album, Thankful, in 2003. Ever since, she has dropped nine more albums, winning 3 Grammys. The 42-year-old also appeared as a judge on The Voice and now has her talk show, The Kelly Clarkson Show.

Season 2: Ruben Studdard ( Photo Credit – IMDb )

Alabama native Ruben Studdard bagged the American Idol trophy in 2003, narrowly defeating Clay Aiken. Six months after the show, he released his debut album,...

Loved Watching Netflix’s Bridgerton? Here Are 5 Other Binge-Worthy Period Dramas To Add To Your Watchlist ( Photo Credit – IMDb )

Netflix’s period drama Bridgerton, based on Julia Quinn’s book series by the name, is a massive hit amongst the younger generation of audience. The series seamlessly weaves Regency-era drama with modern sensibilities, transporting viewers to 1800s London. The storyline revolves around the social season of the ton when young ladies from affluent families are introduced to gentlemen so that they can choose their respective suitors.

Bridgerton was first released in 2020, and has been renewed for three seasons till 2024. The series has kept viewers on the edge of their seats with its palpable and sizzling chemistry between the lead couples, piping-hot gossip of Lady Whistledown, and aesthetics. Netflix has already dropped part one of the third season of the series. While you eagerly await the second part, here are five...

Jugal Hansraj Drops Jaws In His New Look From Suniel Shetty & Pooja Bhatt Starrer Upcoming Thriller(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Indian actor Jugal Hansraj was once a heartthrob because of his boyish charm, but his latest look from the Lionsgate action thriller, also starring Pooja Bhatt and Suniel Shetty, has left us gaping for air. It is the complete opposite of what we have seen over the years. Keep scrolling to see Jugal’s new look from the project.

Jugal started his film career as a child artist with Shekhar Kapur’s Massom, which starred Naseeruddin Shah and Shabana Azmi. He is best known for his role in Shah Rukh Khan starrer Yrf movie Mohabbatein. He also ventured into directing and served as writer and director for Roadside Romeo. He also made Pyaar Impossible with Priyanka Chopra and Uday Chopra. He swooned us with his Chocolate Boy image back in the day,...

Urmila Matondkar Reunited With Madhuri Dixit & Suniel Shetty On Dance Dewaane (Photo Credit: Colors)

Dance Dewaane is a popular reality show on Colors; the show is reaching its finale soon. The Dancing Diva Madhuri Dixit, a staple on the judging panel, has been joined by the Anna of Bollywood, Suneil Shetty. Many Bollywood stars have graced the show throughout the season, and the makers are taking things up a notch. Rangeela Star Urmila Matondkar joined the judging panel for the semi-final. And during the eventful evening, she recreated an iconic moment from her 1997 movie Judaai.

This weekend on Colors’ Colors’D’ewane’’ the s’age is set ablaze as the much-awaited semi-final takes center stage, determining the top 6 contestants who will waltz into the grand finale. The atmosphere crackles with anticipation as the guest of the weekend, Urmila Matondkar, steps onto the spotlight, clutching a mysterious briefcase that bears the ticket to the finale,...

Hrithik Roshan and Sussane Khan: Hrithik Roshan divorced Sussane Khan after 14 years of marriage in 2014.

Farhan Akhtar and Adhuna Akhtar: Farhan Akhtar and his celebrity hair stylist wife Adhuna Bhabani Akhtar have called it quits after 16 years of marriage.

Anurag Kashyap and Kalki Kochelin: Anurag Kashyap married his Dev D actor Kalki Kochelin in 2011 after a period of living in together. But the marriage ended in 3 years with the duo applying for divorce in a Mumbai court in October 2014.

Pooja Bhatt and Manish Makhija: Actor-turned-filmmaker Pooja Bhatt divorced her VJ-restaurateur husband Manish Makhija in 2013.

Manisha Koiral and Samrat Dahal: Bollywood actress Manisha Koirala had tied the knot with her Facebook friend Samrat Dahal in 2010. However, things turned nasty soon and they ended up in a divorce in 2012.

Karisma Kapoor-Sunjay Kapur: Bollywood saw an ugly mud-slinging as actor Karisma Kapoor and her businessman husband Sunjay Kapur filed for divorce.

Actress-filmmaker Pooja Bhatt is set to make a dazzling return to the screen alongside the versatile Suniel Shetty in an upcoming venture by Lionsgate India.

Bhatt, renowned for her stellar performances in iconic 1990s films like “Dil Hai Ki Manta Nahin” and “Sadak,” took to Instagram to share the exciting news, hinting at a promising collaboration with Shetty.

With a snapshot from the set, Bhatt expressed her anticipation for the project, tagging Lionsgate India and Shetty in her post. Shetty had previously teased about joining forces with Lionsgate India for an electrifying thriller, sparking curiosity about the nature of the upcoming endeavor.

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Notably, Bhatt and Shetty, despite their association in the acclaimed “Border,” haven’t shared the screen until now. Bhatt, in a tantalizing statement, hinted at her “new avatar” in this project, promising audiences a refreshing portrayal.

Aamir Khan Celebrates 25 Years Of Sarfarosh: All Set For A Special Screening Reuniting With Naseeruddin Shah, Sonali Bendre & Others – Deets Inside ( Photo Credit – IMDb )

Aamir Khan is indeed one of the biggest and finest superstars in the nation. Khan has had his grip on the Hindi film industry’s revolution and changing scenario for a long time. Redefining cinema with movies like Dil Chahta Hai, Lagaan, Taare Zameen Par, Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, Sarfarosh, and many more. Apart from acting, Aamir Khan has also given a platform to new artists by producing movies like Peepli Live, Laapta Ladies, Dangal, and more. One of the most crucial films in his career, Sarfarosh has completed 25 years. And the actor will be attending a special screening to celebrate the big milestone.

After delivering some of the greatest hits of all time, the one film that stands out in his filmography is John Matthew’s ‘Sarfarosh.

Renowned filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt and his daughter, actress Pooja Bhatt, added glitz and glamour to the trailer launch event of Deepak Tijori’s upcoming directorial venture, “Tipppsy.” Held in Mumbai, the event witnessed the unveiling of the much-anticipated trailer, offering a glimpse into the intriguing narrative crafted by Tijori.

Star-Studded Affair:

The event was attended by an array of stars, including Deepak Tijori himself, along with the talented cast of the film. Among them were Alankrita Sahai, Natasha Suri, Kainaat Arora, Nazia Hussain, Sonia Birje, Harjinder Singh, Mandeep Kaur Sandhu, and Danish Bhat, who graced the occasion with their presence, adding to the excitement surrounding the film’s release.

Mahesh Bhatt – Pooja Bhatt Attend Trailer Launch Event Of Deepak Tijori Directorial ‘Tipppsy’… 10 May Release… Actor #DeepakTijori unveiled the trailer of his next directorial #Tipppsy at an event in #Mumbai, which was graced by #MaheshBhatt and #PoojaBhatt.

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Father Shocked Over Son’s Involvement In Firing Near Salman Khan’s House(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Salman Khan has been provided extra protection by the Maharashtra government after gunshots were fired near his Galaxy Apartments in Mumbai. Two accused, identified as Vicky Gupta (24) and Sagar Pal (21), have been arrested by the police. Now, the latter’s father has broken his silence on his involvement. Below are all the details you need!

Vicky and Sagar hail from Mahsi village in Bihar’s West Champaran district. After the wrongdoing, they fled the city but were caught by the police in Bhuj, Gujarat, on Monday evening. The Mumbai Crime Branch has brought them to Mumbai for interrogation.

Sagar Pal’s father breaks silence on Salman Khan house fire incident!

Sagar Pal’s father, Joginder Shah, is shocked to learn about his involvement. He told Ndtv, “I was really shocked to learn about his involvement through social media…...

Rakhi Sawant Has An Open Message For Lawrence Bishnoi & Gang Threatening Her “Brother” Salman Khan! ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

Rakhi Sawant may pull off bizarre antics for publicity, but she’s also one of the most honest celebrities in the entertainment industry. After Pooja Bhatt and Sanjay Gupta, she is the latest celebrity to break her silence on Salman Khan’s house firing. Scroll below for her open message to Lawrence Bishnoi and the gang.

On Sunday morning, gunshots were fired near Galaxy Apartments in Mumbai. Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi’s brother Anmol took responsibility in a viral social media post and threatened to kill the celebrity. In the latest update, the two men involved who carried out the wrongdoing have been detained by the police and are currently being questioned.

Rakhi Sawant calls Salman Khan “god”

In a viral social media post, Rakhi Sawant has requested Lawrence Bishnoi and his gang...

Sanjay Gupta Stands In Solidarity With Salman Khan Amid House Firing! ( Photo Credit – Instagram; Twitter )

Fans, followers, and loved ones of Salman Khan are yet again worried about his security. Months after the death threat by Lawrence Bishnoi, gunshots were fired near Galaxy Apartments on Sunday morning. While the investigation is currently underway, Mumbai Saga director Sanjay Gupta is slamming the culprits. Scroll below for all the details!

Many renowned names from the political world reached Salman’s residence to check on him since the incident occurred. Raj Thackeray, Baba Siddique, and Mahesh Manjrekar were spotted outside Galaxy Apartments in Mumbai. Unfortunately, Bollywood celebrities have remained tight-lipped while most expected them to stand in solidarity with Bhaijaan.

Sanjay Gupta takes a stand for Salman Khan

Taking to his Twitter/ X handle, Kaabir director Sanjay Gupta wrote, “Firing at a building at 5am displays cowardice you fukn a**holes.”

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Salman Khan Has Been Threatened Further After Gunshots At Galaxy Apartment, Salim Khan Breaks Silence! (Photo Credit – IMDb)

In a shocking turn of events, while Mumbai Police is still investigating the open-fire gunshots outside Salman Khan’s Galaxy Apartments, a social media post allegedly by Anmol Bishnoi has taken responsibility for the attack.

The post, allegedly by Lawrence Bishnoi‘s brother Anmol Bishnoi, has further warned Salman to consider this open firing as a warning of sorts. Last year, also the superstar was threatened and asked to have a one-to-one conversation with gangster Goldy Brar.

The viral social media post written in Hindi threatens and warns Salman Khan and calls him an alliance of Dawood Ibrahim and Chhota Shakeel. The authenticity of the said post is still under investigation.

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Bombay Begums season 2 is not confirmed, with little information on the continuation of the series. The Indian government has taken issue with the show's content, particularly drug use and sex scenes. Pooja Bhatt is eager to reprise her role in Bombay Begums season 2, urging viewers to decide the show's fate.

The Hindi drama Bombay Begums season 1 was released on March 8, 2021, and despite the long interval, fans of the show are still hoping for a season 2 announcement. Bombay Begums is a must-watch Hindi drama currently streaming on Netflix that follows the lives of five women living in Mumbai, India, as they navigate their personal and professional lives from the head of the boardroom to the edges of society. It's a modern, and often harsh, look at modern society with drug use, blackmail, and ruthless ambition.

Netflix has become a hub for Hindi movies and TV shows, and the six episodes of...

Indian-American actress Avantika Vandanapu, who is known for her role in ‘Mean Girls’, said she would love to be part of Indian cinema as she has grown up watching films such as Shah Rukh Khan-starrers ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ (Ddlj) and ‘Veer Zaara’.

Avantika, who will be seen in the Hindi series ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’, shared: “It’s truly surreal to come full circle and return to India, from my roots as a child actor to now leading a Hindi series like ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’. This homecoming feels like a dream come true.”

“Since my childhood I have been watching Yash Chopra films like ‘Chandni’, ‘Veer Zaara’, ‘Ddlj’, ‘Darr’, among many others… and fell in love with Indian cinema and developed that desire to work in Bollywood films. I love the colour, emotions and cheerful Indian movies and cannot wait to be a part of them.”

Avantika,...

Ranvir Shorey recalls his fallout with Mahesh Bhatt and Pooja Bhatt. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

In the often-glossy world of Bollywood, Ranvir Shorey stands out as a beacon of unfiltered honesty. Unafraid to speak his truth, he navigates the industry on his own terms, even when it comes at a cost.

Sparking fresh conversation within the industry, Ranvir Shorey has again made headlines with his candid remarks. In a recent interview with Ani, the ‘Sunflower’ actor revisited a past relationship and a simmering feud, making some pointed accusations.

Shorey, known for his outspoken nature, didn’t shy away from addressing a complex situation. He revealed, “I had great regard for Mr. Bhatt (Mahesh Bhatt) till the fiasco happened when I was seeing his daughter (Pooja Bhatt).” However, things took a turn, leading him to believe that his respect “was being used to manipulate me.” He described the situation as “very duplicitous behaviour going on.

Yodha Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Sidharth Malhotra, Raashii Khanna, Disha Patani, Ronit Roy, Sunny Hinduja

Director: Sagar Ambre & Pushkar Ojha

Yodha Movie Review Out. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

What’s Good: The action sequences and the twisted story

What’s Bad: The confusing first 30 minutes

Loo Break: You can take one during the first 30 minutes because you don’t want to miss everything that happens later.

Watch or Not?: If you want to be tripping over good action scenes, watch it!

Language: Hindi

Available On: Theatrical release

Runtime: 133 Minutes

User Rating:

Following in the footsteps of his late father, Surender Katyal (Ronit Roy), Arun Katyal (Sidharth Malhotra) joins the Yodha Task Force. Arun’s critical mission during the Amritsar plane hijack, where his efforts tragically led to the death of a passenger, resulted in the dissolution of the Yodha task force. A few years later, Arun finds himself on another hijacked plane.

Big Girls Don’t Cry Review Out: A Tale Of Adulting Done Right ( Photo Credit – Prime Video India / YouTube )

Big Girls Don’t Cry Review: Star Rating:

Cast: Pooja Bhatt, Zoya Hussain, Lovleen Misra, Mukul Chadda, Raima Sen, Dalai, Tenzin Lhakyila, Avantika Vandanapu, Aneet Padda, Akshita Sood, Afrah Sayed, Vidushi

Creator: Nitya Mehra

Director: Nitya Mehra, Karan Kapadia, Kopal Naithani, Sudhanshu Saria

Streaming On: Amazon Prime Video

Language: Hinglish with Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada dubbings; Subtitles in 15 languages

Runtime: 7 episodes of 45 – 50 minutes each

Big Girls Don’t Cry Review Out ( Photo Credit – Prime Video India / YouTube ) Big Girls Don’t Cry Review: What’s It About:

There have been unnecessary stories about women identifying with freedom and independence in whatever they want. There have been tales about locker room boys talk. There also have been tales about adulting. But what happens when a bunch of teenage girls with all the confused thoughts about s*x,...

The upcoming week on Ott will be a treat for the audiences, with titles like Emraan Hashmi-starrer ‘Showtime’, young adult series ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’, and action adventure film ‘Captain Miller’, all set to air on streaming platforms.

Here is a list of five titles that have caught the attention of Ians:

Showtime

Emraan Hashmi, Mahima Makwana, Mouni Roy, and Naseeruddin Shah-starrer ‘Showtime’ will delve into the unseen world that lies behind the camera.

It also features Rajeev Khandelwal, Shriya Saran, Vishal Vashishtha, Neeraj Madhav, and Vijay Raaz in pivotal roles.

Directed by Mihir Desai and Archit Kumar, the show is produced by Dharma Productions and will be released on March 8 on Disney+ Hotstar.

Captain Miller

The Tamil action adventure film, starring Dhanush as Analeesan aka Captain Miller, is directed by Arun Matheswaran. The film, which is the first part of a trilogy, is set in the 1930s,...

Mumbai, March 6 (Ians) The trailer of the upcoming streaming series ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’, which was unveiled on Wednesday, presents a coming-of-age narrative set in an all girls’ school.

It shows how the girls in the school traverse the paths of their lives as they tread through the alleys of changing interpersonal dynamics, love, academics and the legacy of their institution.

The trailer gives a glimpse into the boarding life at the Vandana Valley school, where a group of seven girls gears up for their final year in school. With seven women leading the series, the trailer shows an outsider, Kavya Yadav, walks onto the campus, hoping to make friends. Noor has her eyes set on the school captaincy, while Ludo is chasing the sports captaincy position. As Roohi and Jc push for their beauty-business to succeed, Pluggy has grand plans of her own, and the rebel-poet Dia prepares to...

Director Nitya Mehra, who is known for ‘Made in Heaven’ and ‘Unpaused’, feels that the school life of girls is quite underrepresented in the sphere of storytelling.

She shared that her upcoming series ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’ will change this for the better as it brings to the fore the story of girls growing up in a boarding school with an insight into the lives, ideas, and feelings of young girls.

The upcoming series has been created by Nitya. The makers on Tuesday, shared a promotional video featuring Bollywood actress Ananya Panday. The video introduced the series and its lead cast including Avantika Vandanapu, Aneet Padda, Dalai, Vidushi, Lhakyila, Afrah Sayed, and Akshita Sood.

Talking about the series, Nitya Mehra said: “I think school life in India, especially that of girls, is so underrepresented in storytelling, be it in Indian literature or cinema. Coming-of-age told through the eyes of an...

Prime Video, today announced the premiere of its upcoming Original Series, ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’, a captivating coming-of-age school drama set against the backdrop of a fictionalized all-girls boarding school. Ananya Panday introduced the series and its lead cast including Avantika Vandanapu (Ludo), Aneet Padda (Roohi), Dalai (Pluggy), Vidushi (Kavya), Lhakyila (Jc), Afrah Sayed (Noor), and Akshita Sood (Dia) through a spirited and quirky video specially created for the announcement of the series.

Created by Nitya Mehra, Big Girls Don’t Cry is co-directed by Nitya Mehra, Sudhanshu Saria, Karan Kapadia, and Kopal Naithani, and boasts of a predominantly women-led ensemble cast which also features Pooja Bhatt, Raima Sen, and Zoya Hussain in pivotal roles, along with Mukul Chadda.

The series takes audiences into the fascinating world of the prestigious Vandana Valley where a group of young girls navigate life’s myriad exhilarating adventures of independence, rebellion, friendship, love, heartbreaks, and dreams,...

The city buzzed with excitement on Friday night as the contestants of Bigg Boss 17 gathered for a grand success party. The star-studded event saw the presence of numerous celebrities, including Pooja Bhatt and Arbaaz Khan with his wife Sshura Khan, adding to the glamor of the evening.

Munawar Faruqui’s Grand Entry

However, it was Bigg Boss 17 winner Munawar Faruqui who stole the spotlight with his grand entry. Dressed in a stylish black kurta-pajama, Faruqui made a striking appearance, captivating the attention of all present at the bash.

A Memorable Encounter

In a recent Instagram story repost, Munawar Faruqui delighted fans by sharing a snapshot of himself alongside Indian cricketer Shubman Gill. The two sportsmen exchanged smiles, radiating happiness in their impromptu meeting. Dressed in matching black attire, Faruqui and Gill looked dapper as they posed together.

Shubman Gill: Cricket Sensation

For those unfamiliar, Shubman Gill is renowned as one...

Poonam Pandey Net Worth 2024 ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Poonam Pandey has passed away at the young age of 32. She was allegedly battling cervical cancer. Her team released an official statement on her official Instagram handle and confirmed that she breathed her last on Thursday evening. Scroll below for her net worth and all she left behind for her family.

As per the latest reports, Poonam learned about her cervical cancer a few months before her untimely demise. However, she was in her latter stage and could not be saved. The Indian model breathed her last in Kanpur.

Poonam Pandey Career

The actress made her debut in Bollywood in 2013 with the film Nasha. The film’s poster featured Poonam in only two placards covering her body. It created a huge controversy. Protestors burnt her pictures across the nation.

Trending Poonam Pandey Death: From Her Last Insta Post To What Happened On February...

As the filming of the grand finale of Bigg Boss 17 begins, anticipation skyrockets, especially for finalist Mannara Chopra. In a heartening show of support, Mannara’s sister, Mitali Handa, and their mother have arrived at the Bigg Boss set. Mitali, interacting with the media, expressed her optimism for Mannara’s victory, reflecting the family’s high hopes.

Mitali Handa on Mannara’s Journey in Bigg Boss

Mitali extended her gratitude towards filmmaker Pooja Bhatt, acknowledging her guidance in Mannara’s journey. She expressed a deep sense of blessing for having Pooja’s support. Mitali emphasized that Mannara’s approach in the show wasn’t about playing games, but rather experiencing a journey full of growth and self-discovery.

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Priyanka Chopra’s Support for Sister Mannara

Addressing queries about Priyanka Chopra’s backing, Mitali affirmed that ‘didi’ (Priyanka) has always been...

Actors Karan Kundrra, Shalin Bhanot, Pooja Bhatt and Amruta Khanvilkar have entered the ‘Bigg Boss 17’ house in order to connect with the top five contestants in the finale week.

The top five contestants of this season are Ankita Lokhande, Munawar Faruqui, Mannara Chopra, Abhishek Kumar and Arun Mahshetty.

Breaking his own rules, Bigg Boss introduced senior journalist Dibang, along with renowned faces from previous seasons of the show.

Dibang seized the opportunity to engage the guests, who are familiar with the dynamics of the game, in a discussion about the current contestants. They share their insights and advice, particularly focusing on the gameplay of the contestants they have come to support.

This special talk not only helped the contestants feel less isolated but also gave them important feedback that could change how they plan for the upcoming finale.

Karan Kundrra offers his support and motivation to Munawar Faruqui encouraging him,...

Karan Kundrra Says Munawar Faruqui Had A “Fantastic” Journey In Bigg Boss 17(Photo Credit –YouTube/Instagram)

Bigg Boss 17 has witnessed a lot of twists and turns. But nobody expected Munawar Faruqui’s life to unfold the way it did. His ex-girlfriend, Ayesha Khan, entered the house and accused him of double dating. The third woman in the triangle was Nazila Sitaishi. Now, close friend Karan Kundrra has come to his rescue amid all the negativity. Scroll below for all the details.

Munawar suffered a huge dent in his reputation following the controversy. A lot of personal details about his life were unveiled on national television. He confessed his mistakes and apologized to Ayesha Khan, who entered the show as a wild card contestant. Several co-contestants got involved in the drama, and things got messy and dirty!

Karan Kundrra lands support to Munawar Faruqui

A night before the grand finale, celebrities...

Former ‘Bigg Boss’ contestants and personalities such as Pooja Bhatt, Karan Kundrra and Shalin Bhanot will be coming to support their favourite contestants in the 17th season of the controversial reality show.

Pooja will be seen coming for Mannara Chopra, Amruta Khanvilkar will enter for Ankita Lokhande, Karan Kundrra will be supporting Munawar Faruqui, for Abhishek Kumar there will be Shalin Bhanot and producer Sandiip Sickand will show his support to Arun Mahshetty.

These personalities will be entering the show on Saturday, a day before the grand finale of the season, hosted by Salman Khan.

They will be going in the show and will be seen having a chat with their favorites and help them boost their confidence.

The grand finale will be a grander event with contestants performing. It is slated to be held on January 28.

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Maidaan Vs Bade Miyan Chote Miyan On Eid Will Be 9th Ajay Devgn Vs Akshay Kumar Clash ( Photo Credit – IMDb )

Ajay Devgn’s Maidaan, which has been awaiting a release date for a long has finally locked its release date, and surprisingly, it is a major decision to lock horns with Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff’s Bade Miyan Chote Miyan on Eid! Helmed by Amit Sharma, the biographical sports drama will be released on Eid 2024.

Interestingly, this will be Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff’s second Eid clash after they locked horns with Runway and Heropanti 2 on Eid 2022. Both films tanked disastrously at the box office.

Apart from Tiger Shroff, this will be Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar’s 9th major clash at the box office in their entire careers. While they have shared the screen together multiple times, starting with the blockbuster Suhaag in 1994, they have locked horns multiple times as well.

The latest episode of ‘Bigg Boss 17’ was high on aggressive drama, as housemates were seen clashing over a task making it very unappetising to watch. A big fight took place during a torture task where contestants were split into Team A and Team B.

Ankita Lokhande, Vicky Jain, Isha Malviya, and Ayesha Khan were pitted against Arun Mashetty, Munawar Faruqui, Mannara Chopra, and Abhishek Kumar.

Vicky and his team used chilli powder to “torture” the opposite team. They later took things further by hiding the buckets and chilli powder to save themselves from being tortured by the other team during their chance.

This ignited a series of fights between Vicky and Munawar.

During this time, Mannara, who was a part of Munawar’s team, also did her bit to protect her team members and was seen standing against Vicky and his team.

Vicky also passed certain remarks, claiming that Mannara...

Known for his work in ‘Jijaji Chhat Per Hain’, ‘Yeh Hai Aashiqui’, actor Nikhil Khurana, who will be soon making his film debut with ‘Sanaa’ shared that he strives to take on as much meaningful work as possible because that’s what he aims for.

“This industry has its own highs and lows, but my goal is to ensure that I’m consistently working. I strive to take on as much meaningful work as possible because that’s what I aim for. If you stay focused on your goal, you’ll eventually start living the life you’ve always wanted. So, you just keep at it and keep moving forward,” Nikhil said.

The ‘Made in Heaven 2’ actor said he loves acting so much that he can’t imagine doing anything else.

“Right now, I’m fully immersed in this passion. Perhaps, five years from now, I don’t know how my thoughts will evolve,...

Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt hosted an intimate Christmas celebration at his residence, which was attended by his daughters Alia Shaheen, and Pooja, Ranbir Kapoor, Karan Johar and others.

The videos shows the ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ actress wearing a green coloured one shoulder dress, with her hair tied in a bun, and a Christmas Santa headband on her head.

Alia completed the look with silver stilettos and a matching small handbag.

Ranbir was wearing a white shirt with black sleeveless jacket, and beige coloured trousers.

The ‘Brahmastra’ actor completed his look with sneakers.

Filmmaker Ayan Mukerji, and Karan Johar were also spotted at the venue.

The video shows Karan Johar giving a warm hug to sisters Alia and Shaheen. Shaheen wore a black satin dress for the celebrations.

KJo took to the Instagram Stories and posted a picture with Pooja Bhatt.

He wrote: “Was so happy to spend an evening with someone I...

Mumbai, Dec 7 (Ians) Filmmaker Sudhanshu Saria’s ‘Sanaa’ has revealed that the film is inspired by the #MeToo realities. Taking inspiration from the #MeToo movement of 2018, the filmmaker made ‘Sanaa’ with a storyline centred on a woman in Mumbai confronting her past, while highlighting the inequality and abuse that women face in their everyday lives.

Sudhanshu said: “It all began with wanting to talk about how men and women are treated so differently in our society, especially women dealing with the label of being perfect. I believe it was also the #MeToo movement that truly pushed me to make this film.”

“Hearing stories of survivors made me realise how men and women have vastly different experiences, even though they grow up and live in the same environment and under similar circumstances.”

Until now, ‘Sanaa’ has won hearts and received a standing ovation at The Shanghai International Film Festival (Siff), Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival,...

Mumbai, Dec 7 (Ians) Filmmaker Sudhanshu Saria’s ‘Sanaa’ has revealed that the film is inspired by the #MeToo realities. Taking inspiration from the #MeToo movement of 2018, the filmmaker made ‘Sanaa’ with a storyline centred on a woman in Mumbai confronting her past, while highlighting the inequality and abuse that women face in their everyday lives.

Sudhanshu said: “It all began with wanting to talk about how men and women are treated so differently in our society, especially women dealing with the label of being perfect. I believe it was also the #MeToo movement that truly pushed me to make this film.”

“Hearing stories of survivors made me realise how men and women have vastly different experiences, even though they grow up and live in the same environment and under similar circumstances.”

Until now, ‘Sanaa’ has won hearts and received a standing ovation at The Shanghai International Film Festival (Siff), Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival,...

Filmmaker and actress Pooja Bhatt on Sunday extended birthday wishes to ‘Bigg Boss Ott 2’ contestant Falaq Naaz, and said: “To a lifetime of love, laughter, shared tears and much light.” Pooja and Falaz were seen together in ‘Bigg Boss Ott’ season 2. Taking to Instagram, Pooja shared a candid picture with Falaq and Bebika Dhurve.

The picture shows them posing in a natural retreat, with waterfall as the backdrop. Pooja is wearing a black tee shirt and leggings, while Falaq dons a sky-blue cartoon print tee shirt and denim shorts.

Along with the photos, Pooja wrote: “We often look out of the same window but rarely see the same view… and we sometimes find those people who see what we see, feel what we feel & are willing to witness life anew.”

“Happy Birthday @falaqnaazz Here’s to a lifetime of love, laughter, shared tears & much light! And thank you #BiggBoss for...

Filmmaker and actress Pooja Bhatt on Sunday extended birthday wishes to ‘Bigg Boss Ott 2’ contestant Falaq Naaz, and said: “To a lifetime of love, laughter, shared tears and much light.” Pooja and Falaz were seen together in ‘Bigg Boss Ott’ season 2. Taking to Instagram, Pooja shared a candid picture with Falaq and Bebika Dhurve.

The picture shows them posing in a natural retreat, with waterfall as the backdrop. Pooja is wearing a black tee shirt and leggings, while Falaq dons a sky-blue cartoon print tee shirt and denim shorts.

Along with the photos, Pooja wrote: “We often look out of the same window but rarely see the same view… and we sometimes find those people who see what we see, feel what we feel & are willing to witness life anew.”

“Happy Birthday @falaqnaazz Here’s to a lifetime of love, laughter, shared tears & much light! And thank you #BiggBoss for...

Actress Alia Bhatt showered birthday love on her elder sister Shaheen, by jotting down a sweet poem for her, calling her the ‘sunshine’ of her life. Alia and Shaheen are daughters of filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt, and actress Soni Razdan. Taking to Instagram, Alia dropped a string of unseen pictures with her sister, which includes one childhood photo of the siblings.

Along with the photos, the ‘Raazi’ actress wrote: “you are joy … you are light… may we every now and then have a fight… you are sunshine, you are breeze.. please please always take care of your knees

I am not a writer.. I am not a poet.. I’m just your loving sister and I’m sure you know it happy birthday my sweetie”.

Dia Mirza commented on the post and wrote: “Happy birthday Shaheen”.

Shaheen also took to Instagram and dropped pictures with Alia, her parents, Ranbir Kapoor, Pooja Bhatt etc.

Actress Alia Bhatt showered birthday love on her elder sister Shaheen, by jotting down a sweet poem for her, calling her the ‘sunshine’ of her life. Alia and Shaheen are daughters of filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt, and actress Soni Razdan. Taking to Instagram, Alia dropped a string of unseen pictures with her sister, which includes one childhood photo of the siblings.

Along with the photos, the ‘Raazi’ actress wrote: “you are joy … you are light… may we every now and then have a fight… you are sunshine, you are breeze.. please please always take care of your knees

I am not a writer.. I am not a poet.. I’m just your loving sister and I’m sure you know it happy birthday my sweetie”.

Dia Mirza commented on the post and wrote: “Happy birthday Shaheen”.

Shaheen also took to Instagram and dropped pictures with Alia, her parents, Ranbir Kapoor, Pooja Bhatt etc.

Actor Pooja Bhatt, speaking at a press conference on the sidelines of the 54th International Film Festival of India (Iffi) here, said on Friday that one doesn’t have to be a woman to tell a woman’s story, adding that her film ‘Sanaa’ proves the same.

“Sanaa proves you don’t have to be a woman to tell a woman’s story. Empathy is not a female privilege’’ she said.

‘Sanaa’ is among the three Indian films that will compete with 12 movies for the prestigious ‘Golden Peacock’ award at the 54th Iffi.

The story revolves around an ambitious woman grappling with an internal battle that is rooted from unhealed trauma.

Bhatt also said that it is essential to have a dialogue on important issues such as abortion.

Directed by National Award-winning director Sudhanshu Saria, the film stars Radhika Madan, Bhatt and Sohum Shah in key roles.

Saria said, “I...

Actor Pooja Bhatt, speaking at a press conference on the sidelines of the 54th International Film Festival of India (Iffi) here, said on Friday that one doesn’t have to be a woman to tell a woman’s story, adding that her film ‘Sanaa’ proves the same.

“Sanaa proves you don’t have to be a woman to tell a woman’s story. Empathy is not a female privilege’’ she said.

‘Sanaa’ is among the three Indian films that will compete with 12 movies for the prestigious ‘Golden Peacock’ award at the 54th Iffi.

The story revolves around an ambitious woman grappling with an internal battle that is rooted from unhealed trauma.

Bhatt also said that it is essential to have a dialogue on important issues such as abortion.

Directed by National Award-winning director Sudhanshu Saria, the film stars Radhika Madan, Bhatt and Sohum Shah in key roles.

Saria said, “I...

The upcoming film ‘Sanaa’, which stars Radhika Madan in the lead, is heading to the 54th edition of the International Film Festival of India (Iffi) which is set to be held in Goa. The film has been directed by Sudhanshu Saria and will be screened at the festival under the ‘Indian Panorama’ category on November 23. ‘Sanaa’ deals with the subject of mental trauma and tells the story of an ambitious woman who is fighting an internal battle caused by unresolved trauma.

Marking their presence at the premiere would be National Award-winning director Sudhanshu Saria, Radhika Madan, Pooja Bhatt, Shikha Talsania, and Nikhil Khurana.

Reacting to the news, Sudhanshu Saria said: “Being selected by my government to represent the finest cinema being made this year is no ordinary honour and the entire team was thrilled when we received the news. We are excited to finally flag off our Indian journey with...

The upcoming film ‘Sanaa’, which stars Radhika Madan in the lead, is heading to the 54th edition of the International Film Festival of India (Iffi) which is set to be held in Goa. The film has been directed by Sudhanshu Saria and will be screened at the festival under the ‘Indian Panorama’ category on November 23. ‘Sanaa’ deals with the subject of mental trauma and tells the story of an ambitious woman who is fighting an internal battle caused by unresolved trauma.

Marking their presence at the premiere would be National Award-winning director Sudhanshu Saria, Radhika Madan, Pooja Bhatt, Shikha Talsania, and Nikhil Khurana.

Reacting to the news, Sudhanshu Saria said: “Being selected by my government to represent the finest cinema being made this year is no ordinary honour and the entire team was thrilled when we received the news. We are excited to finally flag off our Indian journey with...