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Ayan Mukerji’s Father & Ashutosh Gowariker’s Father-In-Law Deb Mukherjee Passes Away: Ranbir Kapoor Shoulders The Bier, Jaya Bachchan Consoles Kajol!
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Deb Mukherjee Passes Away: Bollywood Celebs Pay Last Respects! (Photo Credit – Twitter)

Holi festivities in Bollywood came to an abrupt end with the news of Ayan Mukerji losing his father. Veteran actor Deb Mukherjee passed away at the age of 83. He had not been keeping well for the past few days and passed away on the morning of March 14. His last rites took place at 4 Pm in Mumbai.

Kajol Rushes With Mom Tanuja

As soon as the news broke, Ayan’s best friends Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt left their Holi party in Alibaug and rushed back to Mumbai. Kajol was the amongst the first ones to arrive at Ayan’s residence to pay last respect to his uncle. She was seen with mom Tanuja.

Slowly, the entire industry gathered to pay last respects to Deb Mukherjee, who was last seen in Shahid Kapoor’s film Kaminey. Karan Johar, Jaya Bachchan,...
See full article at KoiMoi
  • 3/14/2025
  • by Trisha Gaur
  • KoiMoi
Kajol’s Sister Regrets Not Spending Much Time With Her Mother: “Women Should Be Home With Their Children,”
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Does Tanishaa Mukerji want to spend more time with her mother? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Kajol and her sister Tanishaa Mukerji were born to filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee and veteran actress Tanuja. Tanuja is best known for her roles in movies like Chand aur Suraj, Memdidi, Jewel Thief, Haathi Mere Saathi, and more. When the children were quite young, the parents had separated and Tanuja worked tirelessly to support her daughters as a single working mother.

However, in a recent interview, Tanishaa shared that she wished her mother had not been a working woman, emphasizing that women should stay home to raise their children. In the interview, she opened up about her childhood, describing the emotional challenges of growing up with a working mother.

“No one else can give a child what they need like a mother can,” says Tanishaa Mukerji

Tanishaa and Kajol’s mother, Tanuja, was a successful actress who...
See full article at KoiMoi
  • 2/1/2025
  • by Piyush Yadav
  • KoiMoi
Tanishaa Mukerji remembers late father Shomu Mukerji on Holi: ‘It was a big deal in our household’
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Actress Tanishaa Mukerji remembered her late father and filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee ahead of Holi and revealed that the festival “was a big deal” in their household.

“Well, this is one festival that I have always loved since childhood. I used to always be happy and excited about the idea of going out and playing with water and colours. This was also my father’s favourite festival. My dad always loved Holi and Holi in the Mukerji house was a big deal,” said Tanishaa, sister of Bollywood actress Kajol.

This year, she will be celebrating her belated birthday with her family on the day of Holi.

“Everyone used to come, and we used to throw lots of colours on everyone. As for this year, I will be having my belated birthday celebrations with my family tomorrow while remembering my late father,” she said.

The actress said the festival reminds her of her father.
See full article at GlamSham
  • 3/24/2024
  • by Agency News Desk
  • GlamSham
Koffee With Karan Season 8 Highlights: Rani Mukerji & Kajol’s Fun Banter Is Everything To Watch In Episode 6!
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Koffee With Karan Season 8 Highlights: Rani Mukerji & Kajol Grace The Couch & Spilled Quite A Few’ Kups Of Koffee’ (Picture Credit: Hotstar)

Karan Johar’s controversial chat show Koffee With Karan season 8 is back with another episode, and the chatpata cousin duo – Rani Mukerji and Kajol, graced the couch while spilling and breaking too many ‘Koffee Kups.’ As we discuss the highlights of the latest episode, scroll ahead to read about it!

From talking about the roles Kajol and Rani turned down to engaging with Karan in a fun banter about Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, the 90s’ divas brought back too many memories together. Kajol and Rani even expressed their views about the distance that was created between them.

Karan Johar just had the time of life as the cousin duo of the industry, Rani Mukerji and Kajol, didn’t let him or us have a dull moment with their infectious laughs,...
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  • 11/30/2023
  • by Ankita Mukherjee
  • KoiMoi
Farah Khan lauds Tanishaa Mukerji: 'You reminded me of Tanuja'
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Filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan, who was mesmerised by the performance of actress Tanishaa Mukerji on the celebrity dance reality show ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’, says she was reminded of the latter’s mother Tanuja.

Tanishaa is the daughter of Shomu Mukherjee, and veteran Bollywood actress Tanuja. She is the younger sister of actress Kajol.

This weekend, ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’ will have a theme – ‘Chartbuster Ka Blockbuster’. The stars will set the stage on fire with their blockbuster performances to iconic Bollywood songs, ranging from classic tunes to the latest chart-toppers, promising a rollercoaster of emotions and jaw-dropping routines.

The celebrities will leave no stone unturned to impress the judges – Farah, Arshad Warsi and Malaika Arora along with the audience to secure their place in the competition.

The upcoming episode of the show will see Tanishaa performing Rajasthani folk dance, dancing daringly on swords on iconic song ‘Choli Ke Peeche’, which has been...
  • 11/23/2023
  • by Agency News Desk
Farah Khan lauds Tanishaa Mukerji: 'You reminded me of Tanuja'
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Filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan, who was mesmerised by the performance of actress Tanishaa Mukerji on the celebrity dance reality show ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’, says she was reminded of the latter’s mother Tanuja.

Tanishaa is the daughter of Shomu Mukherjee, and veteran Bollywood actress Tanuja. She is the younger sister of actress Kajol.

This weekend, ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’ will have a theme – ‘Chartbuster Ka Blockbuster’. The stars will set the stage on fire with their blockbuster performances to iconic Bollywood songs, ranging from classic tunes to the latest chart-toppers, promising a rollercoaster of emotions and jaw-dropping routines.

The celebrities will leave no stone unturned to impress the judges – Farah, Arshad Warsi and Malaika Arora along with the audience to secure their place in the competition.

The upcoming episode of the show will see Tanishaa performing Rajasthani folk dance, dancing daringly on swords on iconic song ‘Choli Ke Peeche’, which has been...
See full article at GlamSham
  • 11/23/2023
  • by Agency News Desk
  • GlamSham
Kajol shares glimpse from her b'day: This day was filled with blessings and all the good things
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Actress Kajol shared a glimpse from her 49th birthday and said that the day was filled with blessings and all the good things. Taking to X, formerly called Twitter, Kajol shared a picture where she is seen talking on the phone but the focus is on the fancy birthday cake, which has “Happy Birthday” written on it.

She wrote: “This room and this day was filled with so much love and laughter and blessings and all the good things that I can’t even name .. all I can say is that I am Blessed , I am blessed , I am blessed .. thank u to all and everyone who loves me..”

“I felt it yesterday .. from my friends and family to my super awesome fans .. love you right back .. #birthdayspecial #cakingitup #lovestatus #sograteful.”

Kajol turned 49 on Saturday and her filmmaker-actor husband Ajay Devgn had the best birthday post for her. He shared...
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  • 8/6/2023
  • by Agency News Desk
  • GlamSham
Zeenat Aman recollects her film which popularised the iconic ‘Nahiiiinn’ in Bollywood
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Veteran actress Zeenat Aman, who is rightly dubbed as the ‘queen of Instagram’, took to the social media platform on Wednesday to share another of her anecdotal posts from one of her films.

She also shared that the film was the one which popularised the use of “Nahi” (no) with an extended follow-up in Hindi cinema.

Taking to her Instagram, she shared a picture of her look from her film ‘Chhailla Babu’ and penned a long note in the caption. She wrote: “‘Nahiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiin!’, ‘Chhailla Babu’ was a suspense thriller that rocked the box office in 1977. It was produced by the lovely and easy going Shomu Mukherjee, directed by Joy Mukherjee and starred Rajesh Khanna. Romance, action, music, drama – it had everything in spades. Including a long drawn out “nahiiiiiiiin” by yours truly, which I think we can agree is pretty much the hallmark of Bollywood masala.”

She continued: “This snapshot...
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  • 7/5/2023
  • by Agency News Desk
  • GlamSham
Happy Birthday Kajol, Genelia D'souza Deshmukh
Bollywood actresses Kajol and Genelia D'Souza shared their birthdays on Monday. Kajol added 39 years to her age while Genelia turned 26 years.Besides sharing their birthdays, both the actresses are also known for their lively and cheerful on-screen characters.Born into a family of actors and filmmakers, Kajol, who is the elder daughter of actress Tanuja and late director Shomu Mukherjee, made her debut in the silver screen with Bekhudi in 1992.he actress who starre...
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  • 8/5/2013
  • GlamSham
Kajol
Wishing Kajol a very happy birthday!
Kajol
Kajol hails from filmy family. Acting runs in her blood. She is the daughter of veteran actress Tanuja and filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee. Kajol debuted with ‘Baazigar’ opposite Shahrukh Khan and she received accolades for her performance. The dusky beauty always surprises her audience with her acting prowess. Her smile, her spontaneity, her style makes her favorite among the cine-lovers. She has delivered many hits over the years. Filmmaker Karan Johar considered her as his lucky mascot. ‘Gupt’, ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’, Pyar Toh Hona Hi Tha’, Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham, Fanaa, ‘Kal Ho Na Ho’, ‘...
See full article at Bollywoodmantra.com
  • 8/5/2013
  • Bollywoodmantra.com
Kajol reveals her love for Bengali culture
Kajol is perhaps one of the most talented actresses around in Bollywood today. In a candid interview with Toi, she discussed how proud she is about her Bengali heritage and her active passion for Bengali culture. Although her mother and former actress Tanuja is Maharashtrian, her late father Shomu Mukherjee was Bengali. When asked about what Bengali things she is into the most, she replied with the following answer: “I am typically Bong in my sweet habits. I love Gojas that my aunt makes, Mishti Doi and Patali Gur from a specific place in Kolkata. Every year, I get 5kgs of the Patali Gur and keep it in my fridge through the year.”

The 38 year old is celebrating Durja Puja with her family and close friends, which is a key month in the Hindu calendar. There is especially a strong excitement about the festival in the East Indian region of West Bengal.
See full article at Bollyspice
  • 10/27/2012
  • by Bodrul Chaudhury
  • Bollyspice
I'm very happy says Kajol after Padma Shri
She has been honoured with Padma Shri now and Bollywood actress Kajol, who is among this year.s recipients of the India.s fourth highest civilian award, is on top of the world."It.s an honour and a pleasure when you are selected for the Padma Shri and I thank all those who thought me worthy of it. I am very, very happy with the way this year has started," Kajol told us.The actress started her cinematic journey at a young age of 17 with .Bekhudi., but got commercial success with her second movie .Baazigar.. Her hit pairing with her good friend, superstar Shah Rukh Khan in films like .Karan Arjun., .Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge., .Kuch Kuch Hota Hai., .Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. and .My Name Is Khan., continued to work through her career.Born to actress Tanuja and late Bengali filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee, the 35-year-old is...
See full article at Filmicafe
  • 1/25/2011
  • Filmicafe
Tanuja Samarth
Tanuja performs ?Havan? for Kajol
Tanuja Samarth
Yesterday, Kajol delivered a baby boy in Mumbai Lilavati hospital and her mother Tanuja and sister Tanisha performed a special ‘Puja’ at Shomu Mukherjee’s residence at Grotto Villa, their suburban Mumbai residence. It was a ‘Havan’ performed for divine protection. ‘Aarti’ was conducted and ‘Ghee, Shira and fruits were distributed to neighbors and well wishers. States Tanishaa, "We prayed for Kajol. It was a very nostalgic moment for my mother and me when we returned to the house where my father used to live." Seven years after their first girl child Nysa was born, Ajay and Kajol we...
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  • 9/14/2010
  • Bollywoodmantra.com
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