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When Smriti Irani Competed Against Her Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi In The Miss India Pageant(Photo Credit –JioHotstar)

It is nostalgia reloaded for all the fans of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi out there. The show headlined by veteran actress-politician Smriti Irani and presented by TV Czarina Ekta Kapoor is back as a reboot. However, amid this, we have for you an interesting trivia related to the show.

Smriti Irani’s Miss India Pageant Had A Unique Connection With Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi

Yes, you heard that right! Before becoming a household name as Tulsi Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Smriti Irani participated in the Miss India pageant. Not only this but she also emerged as one of the finalists in the same. However, it also had a connection with her iconic show.

We are talking about her Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi...

Memory is never merely a static archive of the past; it is a dynamic process of meaning-making, one that constantly negotiates the relationship between who we were and who we are. As Emily Keightley observes, “Remembering is an active reconciliation of past and present. The meaning of the past in relation to the present is what is at stake here; memories are important as they bring our changing sense of who we are and who we were, coherently into view of one another.” This conception of memory foregrounds its performative and situated character: remembering is not simply a private psychological act, but a culturally mediated performance, deeply rooted in social, historical, and material contexts.

In both individual and collective terms, memory plays a crucial role in shaping identity. It is through acts of remembering that we construct narratives of selfhood, reconcile trauma, and negotiate belonging. Memory is also deeply entangled...

True Crime and Crime Thrillers have become a comfort genre for the audience to tune into for the thrill, mystery, and eventual resolution that they provide. It is a perfect combination of suspense and relief, but the genre is also evolving. What if comedy and lighthearted themes were coupled with the dark themes of mystery and crime? Can it work? Especially for an Indian TV series, Mistry sets an example that it does work. Set in Mumbai, with a strong cast of Ram Kapoor and Mona Singh in leading roles as investigators, the series presents its individual stories through its eight episodes as well as unveiling the main arc of Armaan Mistry, played by Ram Kapoor, trying to resolve his wife’s death, which he thinks to be a homicide.

The series is an adaptation of the crime drama series Monk, where Adrian Monk tries to solve his wife’s murder.

After the chaos that erupted when Raj Nagpal was named the prime suspect in the murder of his lover, Roshni, episodes four and five of Criminal Justice: A Family Matter unravel a fresh wave of missing pieces in the case and set the stage for the beginning of the trial. The case had already been making constant headlines, but now, many of the circumstances surrounding the murder appear to be shifting, adding new layers of complexity and doubt. This season, the challenges facing the beloved defense attorney Madhav Mishra are tougher than ever, and now, the question is whether he’ll manage to hold on to that signature smile.

Spoilers Ahead

What does Madhav discover at Roshni’s funeral?

Criminal Justice episode four opens with Roshni’s cremation, where her mother curses Anju for having the audacity to show up. But with Roshni’s loved ones, and those merely pretending to be,...

Gauri Khan Rent Out Flat In Bandra, Mumbai ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Shah Rukh Khan and his family have temporarily moved out of their iconic home, Mannat, due to ongoing renovations. While the actor and his family are staying in a luxurious duplex in Mumbai’s Pali Hill, his wife, Gauri Khan, has now rented another apartment nearby for their staff members.

Staff Apartment Just Steps Away From Temporary Home

According to Pinkvilla reports, Gauri Khan has rented a 725-square-foot flat in Pali Hill’s Pankaj Society. The apartment includes a hall, a kitchen, two bedrooms, and two washrooms. It is just about 100 metres away from their current temporary residence in the Puja Casa building. The monthly rent for this staff accommodation is Rs 1.35 lakh. A security deposit of Rs 4.05 lakh has also been paid.

The agreement is signed for a period of three years and includes a five percent increase in rent each year.

Shah Rukh Khan Once Filled The Religion Column Of Suhana Khan’s School Form!(Photo Credit –Instagram)

One of the most common issues this country faces on a regular basis despite being a secular nation is the religious divide. The issue is the most talked about when it comes to celebrities and their inter-faith marriages. From Shah Rukh Khan – Gauri Khan to Saif Ali Khan Kareena Kapoor Khan, celebs have often faced the dilemma of explaining their religions to their kids!

Srk once opened up about the same when her daughter Suhana Khan, asked him about her religion and the superstar had the best possible explanation to her query.

In one of his appearances on a TV show, Shah Rukh Khan proudly expressed his emotions towards his and his wife’s faith and said, “Humne koi Hindu-Musalman ki baat hi nahi ki. Meri biwi Hindu hai, main Musalman hoon. Aur mere jo bacche hain,...

Bollywood icon Aamir Khan has officially acknowledged his relationship with Gauri Spratt, putting an end to the rumors that have circulated for months. The actor, who celebrated his 60th birthday on March 14, disclosed that he has been in a relationship with Gauri for more than a year and a half.

In a recent media interaction, Aamir opened up about his romantic life, revealing that he first met Gauri 25 years ago and that they have been together for some time now. He emphasized the seriousness of their relationship, stating that they are “very serious” about one another.

Aamir also mentioned that he has introduced Gauri to his close friends, Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan. He recounted a delightful afternoon spent with the two stars, where they chatted about various subjects, though they didn’t touch on their birthdays.

The announcement of Aamir’s relationship with Gauri has created quite a buzz in the industry,...

Aamir Khan Gauri Spratt Relationship: Aamir Khan, who is called the Mr. Puffedist of Bollywood (Aamir khan) It has come in the happiness. Actually, the news of his new (Aamir Khan Gauri Spratt) girlfriend has come out. After hearing this, everyone has choke, let’s know who is the new girlfriend of the actor.

Aamir Khan and Gauri relationship confirmed

Bollywood veteran actors Aamir Khan have recently cilated their 60th birthday. But more than this news, due to his new girlfriend, he has come in the headlines on social media. After the divorce, the actor is in the news about his affair. He himself has told about his new girlfriend. Actually, on March 14, Aamir Khan has celebrated his birthday. During this time he has made a big disclosure. Where he has confirmed his relationship with Ghori, who has been a friend for 25 years.

Actor met Shahrukh Khan and Salman Khan...

Amidst Aamir Khan Introducing Gf Gauri Spratt Netizens Also Troll Salman Khan! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Stardom in this country has always come with its pros and cons. While the pros are indefinite, the cons include the omission between public and private life. No matter how much the star or the media tries, somewhere or the other, there are blurred lines, and there is a public reaction to every action by the star! Recently, Aamir Khan, in an informal media interaction, introduced his girlfriend, Gauri Pratt, and all hell broke loose!

The Laal Singh Chadha superstar has been in the news since last year for his divorce from his ex-wife Kiran Rao. But the actor and his new relationship have been talked about in murmurs for the past few weeks, and he decided to go public to put an end to all the speculations.

In the media interaction, Aamir Khan also revealed that his close friends,...

Aamir Khan Had Once Spoken On His Linkup Rumors ( Photo Credit – Instagram; Flickr )

Aamir Khan celebrates his 60th birthday today (March 14). The Mr Perfectionist Of Bollywood grabbed headlines recently for introducing his girlfriend, Gauri Spratt, to the media. He revealed that they have known each other for the past 25 years but started dating over a year ago. However, there was a time when he was linked to his various co-stars. In an old interview, the superstar had also spoken vividly about the same.

Aamir Khan On His Linkup Rumors

In an old interaction with Lehren, Aamir Khan recalled being linked to his co-stars like Madhuri Dixit and Juhi Chawla. He furthermore also heard a speculation that he had proposed to his Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahi co-star Pooja Bhatt. However, he admitted that he remains unfazed by these rumors.

Aamir Khan said, “I have been linked with a lot of my heroines.

It’s interesting to see women directors in India pushing the envelope to explore themes. After we had Farah Khan doing a ‘boys’ film (Main Hoon Na), the following year, Vinta Nanda, a past master at TV soaps, turned the tables on the macho brigade in Bollywood by doing the kind of angst-laden film on suburban paranoia that would normally go to a male director like Mahesh Bhatt.

White Noise is Mahesh Bhatt’s Arth without the comfort of distance. Nanda plunges right into the centre of her protagonist’s anguished universe. Her first-hand experiences in the TV industry, her despair at getting caught up in the mediocrity and morass of the Great Indian Soap Trick, and most importantly, her acerbic study of promiscuous, easy-flowing relationships in showbiz are given a peculiarly pungent treatment in her debut spin.

By a stroke of luck, Nanda has got a relatively untried but...

Bollywood Mascot: Shah Rukh Khan, the King of Bollywood, will receive ₹9 crore from the Maharashtra government due to an error made during the lease payment for his iconic home, Mannat. This refund comes after Shah Rukh’s wife, Gauri Khan, filed for the reimbursement, following a miscalculation of the payment in 2019.

The error involved a hefty fee of ₹25 crore, which was paid for the mansion instead of the land beneath it. Gauri’s timely action led to the approval of the refund this week.

Located in Bandra West, Shah Rukh Khan’s mansion spans 2,446 square feet and holds deep personal significance for the actor. Known as Mannat, it symbolizes his long-held dream of owning a magnificent home, and its construction was funded through numerous film projects.

This development comes on the heels of Shah Rukh’s successful movies, Pathaan and Jawan, with fans eagerly anticipating his next releases. The star...

Did Shah Rukh Khan & Gauri Khan Ever Convert Their Religions? (Photo Credit – YouTube)

Recently a picture of Shah Rukh Khan along with Gauri Khan wearing a Hijab has been going viral and fans have unnecessarily been thinking too much about the AI-generated pictures wondering if Gauri has converted to Islam. Clearly, there is no truth to the pictures but do you the power couple once actually converted their names for a reason!

Yes, you read that right, it was the initial years of their courtship when Srk was supposedly Abhinav! Whereas Gauri was announced as Ayesha by the Jawan actor at their wedding reception, leaving everyone surprised!

However, before you jump the gun, let us tell you that this conversion was fake, and one of them used it as a prank while the other one used it as a shield in front of their families. Scroll down to read what...

Chunky Panday on Srk and Gauri Khan’s early days in Mumbai ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

In a podcast with ‘Timeout With Ankit,’ Chunky shared the time when Srk and Gauri first came to Mumbai and they lived in a rented house. Chunky said, “I think one of his first friends in Mumbai when he first came was my younger brother Chikki. They’re still the best of friends. So, at that time, they (Shah Rukh and Gauri) both were renting a place and they used to come to meet my brother, sab beth ke video cassettes dekhte the. So he and Gauri were in my house quite often.”

Further, Chunky Panday also shared that he was sure that Srk will become a superstar. “With Shah Rukh, I was so sure this boy is gonna become a superstar. Because he had that in him, you can see that fire..He’s always had that.

Gauri Khan Once Discussed About Aryan Khan Following Shah Rukh Khan’s Religion! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

India is a secular country and there has been times when faiths have never come in between two souls who love each other. The same happened when Shah Rukh Khan, a Muslim, decided to marry a Hindu Gauri Khan. The two have three children – Aryan Khan, Suhana Khan and Abram Khan.

So, what religion do the kids of the Khan family follow? Gauri Khan, once in an episode of Koffee with Karan, discussed at length the religious dynamics of her home. She even discussed how her kids are impacted and raised up since their parents belong to two very different religions and faiths.

Talking to Karan Johar, Gauri said, “There is a balance. I respect Shah Rukh’s religion, but that doesn’t mean that I would convert and become a Muslim. I don’t believe in that.

Gauri Khan Rocks Stylish Pantsuit: At the star-studded store launch of designer Manish Malhotra, Gauri Khan made a fashion statement in a sophisticated black pantsuit. The ensemble featured an open blazer with power shoulders and luxurious satin detailing on the double collar. Paired with matching straight-fit pants, Gauri added a modern twist with a chic bandeau top, making her look both elegant and trendy.

Accessorizing the Look

Gauri Khan elevated her outfit with golden hoop earrings, a dainty necklace, and a layered bracelet. She carried an animal-print clutch and completed the look with high heels. Her makeup was flawless, with smoky eyes, defined brows, blushed cheeks, and nude lipstick. Her hair, styled in soft curls, added to the allure of her classy look.

Fan Reactions

Fans were quick to praise Gauri Khan’s outfit, with her pictures and videos from the event going viral. Admirers complimented her ageless beauty, calling her look “classy” and “stunning.

The Ganesh puja at Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain’s home on September 11 was not just a religious occasion but also a notable Bigg Boss 17 reunion. The celebration brought together several TV celebrities and former contestants from the show, marking a joyful and festive gathering.

Ganesh Puja Celebration:

Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain hosted a Ganesh and Gauri puja at their Mumbai residence. The celebration was attended by close family members and friends, highlighting their devotion and festive spirit.

Bigg Boss 17 Reunion:

Abhishek Kumar, Samarth Jurel, Ayesha Khan, and Khanzaadi (Firoza Khan) were notable attendees. Despite having conflicts and differences during their time on Bigg Boss 17, they have reconciled and maintained their friendships. The reunion was marked by everyone coming together in their festive attire, showing unity and camaraderie.

Ayesha Khan wore a golden saree, while Khanzaadi looked radiant in an orange dress. Abhishek Kumar and Samarth Jurel opted...

Deepika Padukone has always been a style icon, known for her elegance and fashion sense. Mom to be Deepika Padukone’s maternity style is a masterclass in balancing comfort and elegance. Here are her top five looks that offer excellent style inspiration for moms-to-be:

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Deepika chose a black bodycon dress that hugged her baby bump and reflected her personal style of well-fitted silhouettes. The form-fitting dress showcased her curves, proving that maternity fashion can be both chic and bold.

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Deepika Padukone’s styling choices further enhanced the grandeur of the saree. Draped in a classic manner,...

Actor Shah Rukh Khan, along with his wife Gauri Khan and daughter Suhana Khan, paid their respects to filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan following the death of her mother, Menaka Irani. The Khan family visited Farah’s home on Friday evening. Shah Rukh was dressed in a white shirt and denims, carrying a bag, while Gauri wore a green and white outfit, and Suhana opted for a black sweatshirt and trousers.

Also read: Farah Khan’s mother Menaka Irani passes away after ‘multiple surgeries’ at the age of 79

Videos and pictures of their visit surfaced on social media, showing Shah Rukh, Gauri, and Suhana arriving at Farah’s home. In another clip, Shah Rukh and Gauri were seen leaving with Farah, with Shah Rukh hugging Farah and blowing her a kiss before they departed in separate cars. Shah Rukh’s manager, Pooja Dadlani, also accompanied them.

Earlier that day, celebrities such as Rani Mukerji,...

Gauri Khan recently hosted a dinner party at her restaurant, Torii. The intimate gathering saw the presence of her son, AbRam Khan, as well as a number of notable personalities from the Bollywood circle. Among the attendees were actor Chunky Panday, Bhavana Pandey, Maheep Kapoor, Shanaya Kapoor, and Seema Sajdeh. The event was a star-studded affair, showcasing the strong bonds and friendships within the Bollywood community.

Later, many photos and videos from the story went viral on social media, and one that particularly caught attention was of Gauri and AbRam posing with the paparazzi. Gauri was seen in a stylish beige blazer paired with a black bralette top and wide denim pants, while AbRam sported comfy blue athleisure wear. The mother-son duo’s coordinated yet distinct fashion choices were a highlight, captivating their fans and adding to the evening’s glamour.

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Actress Aneri Vajani said whenever she remembers Holi festival, she recalls the iconic track ‘Rang Barse Bhige Chunar Wali’ featuring megastar Amitabh Bachchan, from the 1981 movie ’Silsila’.

The actress also shared about ‘memorable’ childhood memories, hitting people with coloured balloons.

The diva plays the lead character Gauri in the mystical revenge thriller ‘Baghin’.

Aneri, who is known for her work in ‘Anupamaa’, ‘Pavitra Bhagya’ and ‘Beyhadh’ said: “Whenever I remember Holi, I remember the song ‘Rang Barse Bheege Chunar Wali.’ My childhood memories of this day are very memorable, and we used to enjoy Holi a lot. We used to hit anyone passing by with coloured balloons, and we used to have a lot of fun doing that.”

“We used to start early in the morning and play Holi until the very end in the evening. As for this Holi, I haven’t made any special plans because the next...

Actor Ansh Bagri has delved into the essence of the vibrant celebration of Holi, emphasising the profound symbolism behind each hue.

Ansh is currently playing the role of Deva in the show ‘Baghin’.

Discussing the Holi festival, Ansh said: “As Holi approaches, we see colourful colours everywhere around us. Every colour in our life has its own significance, representing different emotions. While black represents darkness, white represents peace. I believe that we should choose each colour, adopt it, and feel the emotions associated with it.”

“While playing my character Deva, I get immersed in many emotions, Deva seems to have a lot of dark shades to him but somewhere he has a hint of red for love as well, which he is yet to discover. Similarly, I also want all the colours present in my personal life,” he shared.

Ansh also reminisced about the happy childhood memories of playing Holi with water.

When Gauri Khan Threatened To Break TV & Shah Rukh Khan Film’s Script Out Of The Window If He Brought Work Home(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Bollywood power couple Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan’s love story has inspired many. The way she’s been with the superstar through thick and thin is known to everyone. Their love story goes back to the time when a 22-year-old Gauri married the love of his life, a Delhi boy, Shah Rukh Khan, who was 26 at the time they got married on October 25, 1991. Leaving their families behind in Delhi, they moved to Mumbai, where they started their journey of becoming the iconic pair of Bollywood. In today’s throwback story, let us take you back to the time when Gauri had revealed having no interest in Srk’s film career.

A few years after their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Khan appeared for a...

Bollywood diva Ananya Panday thanked superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s wife designer Gauri Khan for designing her new “dream home”, saying that nobody could have understood what she wanted better.

Ananya took to photo-sharing application Instagram to thank Gauri for designing her new home. In the pictures we can see Ananya in a lilac dress with matching blazer. She is posing with Gauri, who is wearing a black outfit paired with a yellow blazer.

The ‘Gehraiyaan’ fame actress captioned the post: “My first home .. my dream home thank you @gaurikhan no one could have understood exactly what I wanted better than you and made it so so so special for me you’re the best, love you!!!”

For the unversed, Ananya and Gauri already have a special bond, as Ananya is besties with Gauri’s daughter Suhana Khan.

Suhana commented on the post and wrote: “Faves”.

Farah Khan said: “Congratulations!

Bollywood diva Ananya Panday thanked superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s wife designer Gauri Khan for designing her new “dream home”, saying that nobody could have understood what she wanted better.

Ananya took to photo-sharing application Instagram to thank Gauri for designing her new home. In the pictures we can see Ananya in a lilac dress with matching blazer. She is posing with Gauri, who is wearing a black outfit paired with a yellow blazer.

The ‘Gehraiyaan’ fame actress captioned the post: “My first home .. my dream home thank you @gaurikhan no one could have understood exactly what I wanted better than you and made it so so so special for me you’re the best, love you!!!”

For the unversed, Ananya and Gauri already have a special bond, as Ananya is besties with Gauri’s daughter Suhana Khan.

Suhana commented on the post and wrote: “Faves”.

Farah Khan said: “Congratulations!

Actress Gauri Pradhan, who is all set to star in ‘Pashminna: Dhaage Mohabbat Ke’ alongside actor and husband Hiten Tejwani, shared what took the couple so long to come back together on screen. Gauri was in Srinagar, Kashmir for the shooting of the show and its promotions. She wore a navy blue kurta and matching palazzo pants. Gauri completed the look with a pink stole.

About coming on screen with Hiten after many years, Gauri said: “We were waiting for a long time, that we can do something good together. There were several requests from fans for many years. We did one-two things in between, but like this show, it is something we were looking forward to, and we got to do that. There are many twists and turns in the show. It’s a riveting love story.”

She further spoke about her character Preeti Suri: “I am playing...

Actress Gauri Pradhan, who is all set to star in ‘Pashminna: Dhaage Mohabbat Ke’ alongside actor and husband Hiten Tejwani, shared what took the couple so long to come back together on screen. Gauri was in Srinagar, Kashmir for the shooting of the show and its promotions. She wore a navy blue kurta and matching palazzo pants. Gauri completed the look with a pink stole.

About coming on screen with Hiten after many years, Gauri said: “We were waiting for a long time, that we can do something good together. There were several requests from fans for many years. We did one-two things in between, but like this show, it is something we were looking forward to, and we got to do that. There are many twists and turns in the show. It’s a riveting love story.”

She further spoke about her character Preeti Suri: “I am playing...

The creative duo Arjun Singgh Baran and Kartk D. Nishandar, who have garnered positive responses for the Sushmita Sen-starrer streaming series ‘Taali’, have shared their best memories from the shoot of the show, calling it an “amazing” experience. ‘Taali’ brings to screen the inspiring journey of transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant, portrayed by Sushmita. Born as Ganesh and raised in Pune. Shreegauri revolutionised the transgender movement in the country, and the series shows her iconic fight for the recognition of the third gender in the country.

Talking to Ians, the creators revealed the behind-the-scenes moments from the sets of ‘Taali’, and also opened up on the inspiration behind the show.

Sharing memories, Arjun and Kartk said: “We made a whole lot of memories on the sets of ‘Taali’. Preparation for ‘Taali’ was an amazing experience.”

“Sushmita had to undergo massive transformation- both physical as well as emotional. Physical weight, body language,...

Actress Sushmita Sen on Monday showered love on her younger daughter Alisah on her birthday, saying how special God has made her, and that she “couldn’t be prouder.” Taking to photo-sharing platform Instagram, Sushmita shared a video montage wherein we can see throwback photos of Alisah with the family.

There are glimpses of her childhood photos, school pictures with her elder sister Renee, travel clicks with mumma Sushmita, some glimpse of her maternal grandparents, photos of her previous birthday celebrations, and other candid photographs.

The former Miss Universe captioned the post: “Happyyyyy Birthday Love Of My Life!!! How special God made you…and this privilege of being your Mother…I couldn’t be prouder Alisah!!!! I love you Shona!!! #apowerfuldestinyawaits.”

Fans took to the comment section of the post, and wrote: “Happy birthday Alisah!! Hope u have a great one dearie.”

“Happiest birthday wishes princess!! May God bless you with abundant joy,...

Referring to a scene in Sushmita Sen starrer web series ‘Taali’, actress Raveena Tandon on Tuesday heaped praises saying ‘baat mein dum hai boss’. The show brings to screen the inspiring journey of transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant, portrayed by Sushmita. Born as Ganesh and raised in Pune. Shreegauri revolutionised the transgender movement in the country, and the series shows her iconic fight for the recognition of the third gender in the country.

Raveena took to Instagram Stories, and shared a snapshot of a scene, wherein we can see Sushmita on the screen, and her dialogue is flashed: “This country needs more foster mother”.

The ‘Mohra’ fame actress congratulated the producer of the show Afeefa Nadiadwala Sayed, and said: “Congratulations Afeefa Suleman Nadiadwala! Baat mein Dum hai Boss!”

Afeefa shared Raveena’s post and wrote,”love u so much”.

For the unversed, Raveena had adopted two girls, Pooja (11 years old), and...

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is currently hosting the 15th season of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’, has revealed that he wanted producer and interior designer Gauri Khan to revamp his vanity van, but she has not done it yet.

During an episode, Big B asked a question to contestant Kapil Dev which read as: Which famous personality’s spouse is the author of this book? The book was titled ‘My Life in Design’. The options given to the contestant were: Sachin Tendulkar, Shah Rukh Khan, Akshay Kumar and Chetan Bhagat.

The contestant chose the right answer- Shah Rukh Khan, as the book was by his wife Gauri Khan. Big B replied to the contestant that, “I like your way of playing. Your judgement is good”.

The actor went on to say that “In this coffee table book, she presents exclusive pictures of her family as a designer, and depicts her journey. She is a home designer.

We have come across many films and television shows in the biographical drama genre about real life people who have trudged through suffering to live life with dignity and respect. Shreegauri Sawant is an example many of us have read about. She is not just a leading figure in transgender activism; she has spearheaded the rescue of many transmen and transwomen of all ages who were abandoned by their loved ones. Keeping her bravery in mind, creators Arjun Singh Baran and Kartik Nishandar bring us the true story of Shreegauri through JioCinema’s mini-series, Taali.

Spoilers Ahead

Ganesh Sawant

Taali is associated with the clapping sound that a transgender person or a hijra from the South Asian Belt makes. Thus, the name of the show was derived. Taali begins with the story of Ganesh Sawant, who was always attracted to everything feminine. He longed to be a mother. Every story...

The trailer of upcoming series ‘Taali’ starring Sushmita Sen in the lead, showcases the revolutionary story of transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant, and her iconic fight for the recognition of the third gender in India. The two minute 11 seconds trailer, which was unveiled on Monday starts with Sushmita’s voice, saying “Namaste Mai Gauri. Ye Kahani mere jaise kayi logo ki hain, kyuki ye Gauri bhi kabhi Ganesh tha.”

The video shows a glimpse of a school child, and his teacher asks him what will you become when you grow up, to which he replies, ‘mujhe maa banna hai’. The teacher says ‘mard kabhi maa nahi ban sakta’.

The little boy can be then seen wearing a saree and a red bindi on his forehead, and he performs some rituals with transgenders.

The transition happens, and Sushmita is seen in the place of that boy. She is filling an application form,...

CinemaNayanthara, whose star power has made her a household name in the southern states, is making her Hindi debut alongside Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan with Atlee’s upcoming movie ‘Jawan’.Nearly 20 years into her acting career, Nayanthara — who has earned the moniker ‘Lady Superstar’ in film industries across the south — is making her Hindi debut alongside Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan with Atlee’s upcoming movie Jawan. The 38-year-old actor, who first appeared in the Malayalam film Manassinakkare with Jayaram in 2003, is no less than a household name in the southern states. The top-rated actor was crowned a ‘superstar’ due to her unrelenting commitment to female-centric films and her ability to single handedly pull audiences to theatres – a huge feat and testimony to her star power. After acting in a handful of Malayalam films, Nayanthara found her big break in Tamil cinema with her role in Chandramukhi (2005), starring superstar Rajinikanth.

Bollywood king Shah Rukh Khan was spotted at the Mumbai airport in the early hours of Wednesday, and he appeared to be in good health in the airport images, which have gone viral on social media.

Earlier there were reports that the superstar suffered an injury in the US. King Khan looked handsome as always and was seen in a blue hoody sweatshirt that he teamed up with pair of comfy pants and a white T-shirt. He accessorized his look with a black cap and a pair of sunglasses.

Meanwhile Shah Rukh Khan’s wife Gauri and son AbRam were also seen at the Mumbai airport. The mother-son duo was seen walking hand-in-hand and seen to indulge in fun banter. Gauri wore a printed blue floral dress that she topped up with a black blazer. She completed her look with a black handbag and pair of sunglasses while her son...

New Delhi, May 17 (Ians) The Delhi High Court on Wednesday directed social media platform Twitter to provide Basic Subscriber Information (Bsi) and other relevant details of five accounts responsible for leaking clips related to the upcoming Shah Rukh Khan-starrer “Jawan”.

After the clips got leaked, the high court, on April 25, had directed social media platforms, ‘shady’ websites, cable TV outlets, direct-to-home services, and various other platforms to remove the leaked clips and stop their circulation as well.

Red Chillies Entertainment Private Ltd, a production house owned by Khan and his wife Gauri, had filed a lawsuit in the high court on this count.

The entertainment company’s counsel submitted before the bench of Justice C. Hari Shankar that the a fresh application was filed in view of certain additional leaks committed by the Twitter accounts in question.

It is the company’s case that the nature of the leaks...

Mumbai, May 17 (Ians) The newly-appointed US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti was hosted by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan at his home ‘Mannat’ in Mumbai.

Garcetti took to Twitter, where he shared a string of pictures from his visit, which also features Srk, his wife Gauri and his manager Pooja Dadlani.

He captioned the image: “Is it time for my Bollywood debut? Had a wonderful chat with superstar @iamsrk at his residence Mannat, learning more about the film industry in Mumbai and discussing the huge cultural impact of Hollywood and Bollywood across the globe. #AmbExploresIndia.”

On the acting front, Shah Rukh Khan was recently seen in the blockbuster ‘Pathaan’ alongside John Abraham and Deepika Padukone. He is now gearing up for his next titled ‘Jawan’, by Atlee.

The film also features Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi and Sanya Malhotra in the lead roles. He also has Rajkumar Hirani’s upcoming film ‘Dunki’ opposite Taapsee Pannu.

Mumbai, May 16 (Ians) Entrepreneur Gauri Khan corrected her superstar husband Shah Rukh Khan after he got her age wrong about when she started working.

Shah Rukh and Gauri were speaking at the launch event of her coffee table book ‘My Life in Design’.

Srk then spoke about about how his wife Gauri started her work on her own. He shared that even though he offered to her help her, she denied taking any.

Shah Rukh said: “It doesn’t make a difference to all the youngsters, to all the people who miss out on a dream of their life to be creative. You can start at any age. I think Gauri started mid-40s.”

Shah Rukh then looked at Gauri, who corrected him saying that she started working at the age of 40.

Flaunting his iconic smile, Shah Rukh then said: “40? Oh, only 40. She is 37 now. In our family, we age backwards.

Mumbai, May 16 (Ians) Shah Rukh Khan ranks among the richest superstars in the country, but when he bought his landmark house, Mannat, he says he was practically broke and didn’t have any money to get it refurbished and furnished, so his wife Gauri Khan turned designer for the house.

King Khan, who made a spectacular comeback earlier this year with ‘Pathaan’, was interacting with the media during the launch of Gauri Khan’s coffee-table book, ‘My Life In Design’.

Sharing the interesting story behind their house Mannat and how Gauri Khan entered the world of designing, Shah Rukh said: “When we bought Mannat, it was way beyond our means, and once we were done buying the house, we didn’t have money to decorate it. We hired a designer, only to realise we couldn’t afford him.

“So, I turned to Gauri, as she had artistic talent, and asked...

Mumbai, May 15 (Ians) Shah Rukh Khan complained, tongue very much in cheek, that his wife Gauri Khan is busy renovating and designing the world except his room.

He was speaking on Monday evening during the launch of Gauri Khan’s coffee-table book, ‘My Life in Design’, which has a foreword written by him.

In his foreword, Srk says: “I am excited to see what she has included in her book, and if by chance she has designed some space better than what she has done for me, I will force her to give me a discounted makeover for my space.”

Apart from being a film producer, Gauri Khan is noted interior designer, and her book charts out her professional journey with exclusive pictures of her and her family, including her children Aryan, Suhana and AbRam.

Unseen images of Mannat, the Mumbai residence of the Khans, once a heritage landmark, and...

Actress Sushmita Sen, who is set to play transgender activist Gauri Sawant in the web series ‘Taali’, took 6 months for the project but she learnt every dialogue by heart. It was Gauri Sawant’s Pil (public interest litigation) that led to a landmark Supreme Court judgement in 2014, recognising the transgender community as the third gender.

The creative duo behind ‘Taali’ Arjun Singgh Baran and Kartk D. Nishandar revealed that the actress did her homework quite well.

The creative duo recalled the passion with which Sushmita immersed herself into Gauri’s life. They said: “She took around six months to say okay to the script and she knew it by heart. So in tune with the script she was by then that during the shoot, if we added or changed a line, she would tell us instantly that it wasn’t there originally. She does her homework very well.”

The duo...

Bollywood actor Bhumi Pednekar has been making headlines for her stunning fashion choices, justifiably, she has never failed to serve ground-breaking statements credited to a style evolution that is noteworthy. If her fashion trajectory is any proof, you will know that she’s got a propensity for unique and bold sartorial fashion. The talented actress has established a reputation for remaining true to her creative fashion sense, carrying off every look with elegance and transcending trends. At present Bhumi Pednekar is in her internet-breaking fashionista era, a glance at her recent appearances in the past few months proves the same. The star has been serving one incredible look after another in gorgeous designer fits.

Bhumi Pednekar’s fashion journey has been an interesting one, and she has succeeded in creating her own distinct style over time which is nothing short of creative brilliance. Her fashion sense has evolved over the years,...

Before Life After Death is a poignant phrase that speaks to the profound and transformative experiences of two women whose lives intersect in unexpected ways. It speaks to the ultimate dichotomy of life- the yin and yang, the light and shadow, the before and after. For Gauri, the ‘before’ is a time of great anticipation, with the excitement and uncertainty of a new life growing inside her. But for Radhika, the ‘after’ is a time that represents her pain and grief. She has experienced an all-encompassing loss of a child and is struggling to make sense of what it all means. Despite the challenges and uncertainties of life, Gauri and Radhika discover that there is always hope for new beginnings. Together, Gauri and Radhika form an unlikely bond, one that transcends their differences and connects them on a deeper level. Through their shared experiences, they discover that life is not...

Bollywood actor Bhumi Pednekar has been making headlines for her stunning fashion choices, justifiably, she has never failed to serve ground-breaking statements credited to a style evolution that is noteworthy. If her fashion trajectory is any proof, you will know that she’s got a propensity for unique and bold sartorial fashion.

The talented actress has established a reputation for remaining true to her creative fashion sense, carrying off every look with elegance and transcending trends. At present Bhumi is in her internet-breaking fashionista era, a glance at her recent appearances in the past few months proves the same. The star has been serving one incredible look after another in gorgeous designer fits.

Bhumi’s fashion journey has been an interesting one, and she has succeeded in creating her own distinct style over time which is nothing short of creative brilliance. Her fashion sense has evolved over the years, and...

Mumbai, April 27 (Ians) The upcoming show ‘Baghin’, which stars actress Aneri Vajani of ‘Anupamaa’ fame and Zeeshan Khan of ‘Kumkum Bhagya’ fame, saw a leopard visiting its sets in the city.

The show follows the story of its female lead possessed by the spirit of a tigress and shows the man and the beast.

While shooting a crucial scene at Mumbai’s Film City, actor Ansh Bagri along with his other cast and crew were paid a visit a by a guest – a leopard. The leopard strolled in, gave a look around and peacefully walked out, leaving everybody surprised.

Sharing his experience, Ansh Bagri said: “We were shooting in Film City in Mumbai for our show and we were shooting a scene where Gauri (Aneri Vajani) was supposed to turn into a Baghin (tigress) for the first time. In the scene we were showing how a tiger comes in front...

‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’ actress Pranali Rathod, who is seen playing the role of Akshara in the show, talked about the special episode of Gangaur celebration, a festival celebrated by Rajasthani women when they worship Goddess Gauri.

Talking about the onscreen Gangaur celebrations in her show, Pranali said that this is such a vibrant time on the show.

“I think it’s very exciting because I have never seen Gangaur, not even seen anyone celebrating Gangaur around me. I have seen on TV shows, especially ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’. So being a part of the celebration made me very excited and it was fun to be a part of a tradition which I have never never heard of.”

Pranali added: “I got to know about Rajasthani culture from Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai when I used to watch it. But thank you to Rajan sir for this. So...

Actress-vj Anusha Dandekar has hit back at trolls after they made fun of her for not being able to incite a response from Gauri Khan and her children at the launch of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai.

A moment when Gauri seemingly refused Anusha to take Suhana’s interview was caught on camera. A section of social media users trolled Anusha as they felt Gauri and Suhana ignored her.

Anusha took to the story section of Instagram on Thursday and wrote, “This constant controversy you are trying to create just because you want to be haters and because you are so called fans of people who weren’t at this event, you want to try and make sure I somehow come out looking bad, well sorry I can’t be part of your plan.”

She further mentioned, “Some people don’t like to give interviews and never...

‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ actress Gauri Pradhan and ‘1920’ fame Indraneil Sengupta will be seen playing the lead roles in Yogesh Verma’s debut film ‘A Winter Tale At Shimla’, which is a romantic drama and the actors shared their experience of being part of the film.

The film also stars Deepraj Rana, Rituraj Singh, Niharica Chouksey, Angad Ohri, Eshita Shah, Karamveer Choudhary, Manu Malik, among others. Set at the backdrop of Shimla, it is a story of two strangers who meet and fall in love with each other.

Gauri said: “It is a rare piece of art, a beautiful narration of a romantic story. It’s been a while since I have done a film, I am happy to be associated with this project. It is Yogesh Verma ji’s directorial debut and he has aced it.”

The director said that his project is, “driven by personal passion,...

For a mother, what can be the best moment other than getting an award for all the love and care that she has given to her children, Kamya Panjabi felt in a similar way while receiving ‘Best Maa Award’ during an award function and this made her emotional on the stage.

The actress known for her role Sindoora in ‘Banoo Main Teri Dulhann’ is currently portraying the role of a mother in ‘Sanjog’. She said the audience remembered her for her negative character for so long and even now looking at her they call her ‘Sindoora’ and she hopes that they will also appreciate her for playing a mother on screen.

The ‘Bigg Boss 7’ fame actress said that it was a touching moment for her to receive the award in front of her daughter Aara. “I have received so many awards in my life, but this is the first time...

Lakmé Salon & Academy, brings its Backstage Heroes program to Fdci X Lakmé Fashion Week (Lfw) in Mumbai this October 12-16, 2022. Lakmé Salon & Academy’s experts have been creating trendsetting hair and makeup looks for top Indian designers at the country’s most prestigious fashion week, and then bringing them into the salons to their customers, for over two decades now. This year, the brand brings the aspirational talent program as it steps into its 22nd year at Lfw.

Over the years, Lakmé Salon has launched numerous avante-garde hair and makeup collections, ranging from bridal to pret and couture, at Lakmé Fashion Week since the inception of the property. Not only does Lakmé Salon partner with and sponsor one Runway show with a leading designer every season, the experts also go backstage to create magic for numerous other Runway and Atelier shows during the course of the week.

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