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Actor Yogesh Tripathi, who is seen in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’ has opened up on his academic experiences and said whether dealing with intricate equations or portraying complex characters, his education moulds the accuracy and enthusiasm.

Opening up on his educational journey, Yogesh, who hails from Uttar Pradesh revealed: “Away from the spotlight, I have a grounding in numbers, with a Bsc in Mathematics from Bundelkhand University, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.”

“Whether dealing with intricate equations or portraying complex characters, my education moulds the accuracy and enthusiasm I infuse into every performance. Mathematics and acting come together in a harmonious blend of calculated expression on the stage,” added the ‘Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai’ fame actor.

In ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, Yogesh plays the character of Daroga Happu Singh.

The current storyline of the show is revolving around Happu (Yogesh Tripathi) who ridicules Hritik (Aryan Prajapati), Chamchi (Zaara Warssi...

Known for her performance in movies like ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’, ‘Pardes’, ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’, and several others, veteran actress Himani Shivpuri reminisced about her childhood memories of trekking with her friends and cousins, and shared how during exploring the mountains, they used to sing local ‘Pahadi’ songs.

On the International Mountain Day, Himani shared her deep connection with the mountains.

She said: “Mountains are like a hidden treasure. My hometown, Dehradun, nestled in the hills of Uttarakhand, feels like a piece of heaven. Its snow-capped peaks, soothing river sounds, and delicious food make it a paradise for nature enthusiasts.”

Himani said that Dehradun is a gateway to many stunning hill towns in Uttarakhand, making it a travel hub.

“In my childhood, I spent most of my time trekking with my cousins and friends, discovering the calm beauty and breathing in the fresh mountain air.

Actress Geetanjali Mishra has opened up on her winter fashion styles, sharing how she has switched her wardrobe for the upcoming months, and has included vibrant shawls, woollen jackets and thermal wear in her outfits.

Talking about her cosy outfits for the winters, Geetanjali shared: “I have recently observed a significant fall in night time temperatures, prompting me to switch my wardrobe for the upcoming months. Throughout the day, I opt for lightweight cotton Kurtis.”

“However, as the sun sets, I embrace my recently purchased woollen jacket from Lucknow’s renowned Aminabad market. Additionally, I have begun incorporating thermal wear beneath my usual attire to add warmth,” shared the ‘Kundali Bhagya’ actress.

She went on to say, “to diversify my look, I include a range of vibrant shawls, each uniquely crafted with affection and attention to detail. These shawls draw inspiration from the diverse colours and cultures across various Indian states.

Known for her performance in movies like ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’, ‘Pardes’, ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’, and several others, veteran actress Himani Shivpuri reminisced about her childhood memories of trekking with her friends and cousins, and shared how during exploring the mountains, they used to sing local ‘Pahadi’ songs.

On the International Mountain Day, Himani shared her deep connection with the mountains.

She said: “Mountains are like a hidden treasure. My hometown, Dehradun, nestled in the hills of Uttarakhand, feels like a piece of heaven. Its snow-capped peaks, soothing river sounds, and delicious food make it a paradise for nature enthusiasts.”

Himani said that Dehradun is a gateway to many stunning hill towns in Uttarakhand, making it a travel hub.

“In my childhood, I spent most of my time trekking with my cousins and friends, discovering the calm beauty and breathing in the fresh mountain air.

Known for her performance in movies like ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’, ‘Pardes’, ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’, and several others, veteran actress Himani Shivpuri reminisced about her childhood memories of trekking with her friends and cousins, and shared how during exploring the mountains, they used to sing local ‘Pahadi’ songs.

On the International Mountain Day, Himani shared her deep connection with the mountains.

She said: “Mountains are like a hidden treasure. My hometown, Dehradun, nestled in the hills of Uttarakhand, feels like a piece of heaven. Its snow-capped peaks, soothing river sounds, and delicious food make it a paradise for nature enthusiasts.”

Himani said that Dehradun is a gateway to many stunning hill towns in Uttarakhand, making it a travel hub.

“In my childhood, I spent most of my time trekking with my cousins and friends, discovering the calm beauty and breathing in the fresh mountain air.

Known for her role in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, actress Geetanjali Mishra has shared her winter skincare regimen and said that the season is about enjoying the cold weather and sipping on a hot chocolate amidst the beauty of nature.

Talking about the routine, she said: “Winter is all about enjoying the cold weather and sipping on hot chocolate amidst the beauty of nature. However, these winter activities can affect your skin, making it dry and lifeless. Therefore, it is critical to protect your skin from dryness.”

She continued, “To keep my skin healthy, I use a homemade scrub twice a week to exfoliate it. The scrub mixes oatmeal, orange peel, and red lentil powder with rose water. I apply it on my skin and leave it until it is semi-dry. Then, I scrub my face for a few minutes before washing it with ice water. The results...

Known for her role in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, actress Geetanjali Mishra has shared her winter skincare regimen and said that the season is about enjoying the cold weather and sipping on a hot chocolate amidst the beauty of nature.

Talking about the routine, she said: “Winter is all about enjoying the cold weather and sipping on hot chocolate amidst the beauty of nature. However, these winter activities can affect your skin, making it dry and lifeless. Therefore, it is critical to protect your skin from dryness.”

She continued, “To keep my skin healthy, I use a homemade scrub twice a week to exfoliate it. The scrub mixes oatmeal, orange peel, and red lentil powder with rose water. I apply it on my skin and leave it until it is semi-dry. Then, I scrub my face for a few minutes before washing it with ice water. The results...

Actor Yogesh Tripathi, who is best known for his role of Daroga Happu Singh in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, shared how his wife has given him a to-do list for pre-Diwali preparations. He also revealed his plan to surprise his on-screen family on the festival.

The country will be celebrating Diwali on November 12 this year, and as the festival is approaching, the actors have also started their preparations for the same.

Speaking of his pre-Diwali plans, Yogesh said: “Our Diwali celebrations this year will be like they always are for my family and me. We will do the usual Laxmi Pujan at our home, and later join our kids and neighbours in our Mumbai community for some cheerful fireworks fun.”

“This tradition is an important part of our lives. Even though the festival is still a bit away, my wife has given me a to-do list. I will...

Actor Yogesh Tripathi, who is best known for his role of Daroga Happu Singh in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, shared how his wife has given him a to-do list for pre-Diwali preparations. He also revealed his plan to surprise his on-screen family on the festival.

The country will be celebrating Diwali on November 12 this year, and as the festival is approaching, the actors have also started their preparations for the same.

Speaking of his pre-Diwali plans, Yogesh said: “Our Diwali celebrations this year will be like they always are for my family and me. We will do the usual Laxmi Pujan at our home, and later join our kids and neighbours in our Mumbai community for some cheerful fireworks fun.”

“This tradition is an important part of our lives. Even though the festival is still a bit away, my wife has given me a to-do list. I will...

Actress Gazal Sood, who is seen as Kate Singh in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, shared her excitement for Halloween, and revealed her plans of amusing tricks. On October 31, Halloween sweeps across the globe, and it is a spooky festival with unparalleled enthusiasm. It’s a universal celebration that knows no age boundaries – both the young and young-at-heart don their spookiest attire, delight in the age-old “trick-or-treat” game, expertly carve out menacing jack-o’-lanterns and come together for merry gatherings to chase away any lurking evil spirits.

Talking about the same, Gazal shared: “One of the Halloween escapades that still haunts my memory is from a few years ago when I celebrated with my friends. We threw a modest costume party, and our creativity knew no bounds – from cats, witches, and vampires to some wildly unique outfits, we had it all, totally owning the Halloween vibe.”

“We devised a crazy lineup of competitions,...

Actress Gazal Sood, who is seen as Kate Singh in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, shared her excitement for Halloween, and revealed her plans of amusing tricks. On October 31, Halloween sweeps across the globe, and it is a spooky festival with unparalleled enthusiasm. It’s a universal celebration that knows no age boundaries – both the young and young-at-heart don their spookiest attire, delight in the age-old “trick-or-treat” game, expertly carve out menacing jack-o’-lanterns and come together for merry gatherings to chase away any lurking evil spirits.

Talking about the same, Gazal shared: “One of the Halloween escapades that still haunts my memory is from a few years ago when I celebrated with my friends. We threw a modest costume party, and our creativity knew no bounds – from cats, witches, and vampires to some wildly unique outfits, we had it all, totally owning the Halloween vibe.”

“We devised a crazy lineup of competitions,...

Actress Geetanjali Mishra, who plays ‘Rajesh’ in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, urged everyone to make mental well-being a top priority, and said a healthy mind is the foundation of strong physical well-being. ‘World Mental Health Day’ is celebrated on October 10, which is observed to raise awareness about mental health issues.

Talking about the same, Geetanjali shared: “Fitness transcends mere physical appearance; it’s about cultivating inner strength and nurturing a peaceful mind. Undoubtedly, a healthy mind is the foundation of strong physical well-being.”

“Unfortunately, mental health is often underestimated compared to physical health. Many people disregard its indicators and don’t seek help due to fear, or shame, and this mindset needs to evolve. In our fast-paced lives, it’s crucial to slow down at times,” said Geetanjali.

Geetanjali said: “I have incorporated the practice of controlled breathing and meditation into my daily routine. It helps me maintain focus,...

Actress Geetanjali Mishra, who plays ‘Rajesh’ in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, urged everyone to make mental well-being a top priority, and said a healthy mind is the foundation of strong physical well-being. ‘World Mental Health Day’ is celebrated on October 10, which is observed to raise awareness about mental health issues.

Talking about the same, Geetanjali shared: “Fitness transcends mere physical appearance; it’s about cultivating inner strength and nurturing a peaceful mind. Undoubtedly, a healthy mind is the foundation of strong physical well-being.”

“Unfortunately, mental health is often underestimated compared to physical health. Many people disregard its indicators and don’t seek help due to fear, or shame, and this mindset needs to evolve. In our fast-paced lives, it’s crucial to slow down at times,” said Geetanjali.

Geetanjali said: “I have incorporated the practice of controlled breathing and meditation into my daily routine. It helps me maintain focus,...

Actress Geetanjali Mishra, who plays ‘Rajesh’ in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, shared how Uttar Pradesh’s diverse cuisine and street food offerings delight her taste buds.

It is the ‘World Tourism Day’ on September 27, which is celebrated to promote and encourage tourism.

Hailing from Uttar Pradesh, Geetanjali revealed her top tourist spot, and talked about her favourite destinations, and must-visit places in her state.

Geetanjali said: “Uttar Pradesh boasts a wealth of historical sites like the Taj Mahal, Rumi Darwaza, Panch Mahal, and Chunar Fort, making it a haven for history and architecture enthusiasts.”

“It’s undeniably one of India’s most beautiful states, with several must-visit cities attracting tourists from around the globe. Among these, my favourite includes Varanasi, my hometown, renowned as the city of Lord Shiva, where visiting the world-famous Kashi Vishwanath temple is a must,” she said.

Geetanjali shared: “The Taj Mahal in Agra...

Actress Geetanjali Mishra, who plays ‘Rajesh’ in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, shared how Uttar Pradesh’s diverse cuisine and street food offerings delight her taste buds.

It is the ‘World Tourism Day’ on September 27, which is celebrated to promote and encourage tourism.

Hailing from Uttar Pradesh, Geetanjali revealed her top tourist spot, and talked about her favourite destinations, and must-visit places in her state.

Geetanjali said: “Uttar Pradesh boasts a wealth of historical sites like the Taj Mahal, Rumi Darwaza, Panch Mahal, and Chunar Fort, making it a haven for history and architecture enthusiasts.”

“It’s undeniably one of India’s most beautiful states, with several must-visit cities attracting tourists from around the globe. Among these, my favourite includes Varanasi, my hometown, renowned as the city of Lord Shiva, where visiting the world-famous Kashi Vishwanath temple is a must,” she said.

Geetanjali shared: “The Taj Mahal in Agra...

Actor Yogesh Tripathi, who is known for his role as ‘Daroga Happu Singh’ in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, opened up on how he and his family make deliberate efforts to conserve energy in their home. Yogesh has shared his views on World Environmental Health Day, which will be observed on September 26. The day spreads awareness about environmental health worldwide.

Talking about the same, Yogesh said: “A day like Environmental World Health Day serves as a significant reminder for us to start healing the planet, and this transformation starts right at home.”

“Wastage of electricity causes various environmental issues. In our house, we make deliberate efforts to reduce our electricity usage and prioritise natural ventilation. Employing simple practices such as unplugging electronic devices when not in use, maximising natural daylight for enhanced Vitamin D absorption, and using air conditioning only when truly needed can have a substantial impact on conserving energy,...

Actor Yogesh Tripathi, who is known for his role as ‘Daroga Happu Singh’ in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, opened up on how he and his family make deliberate efforts to conserve energy in their home. Yogesh has shared his views on World Environmental Health Day, which will be observed on September 26. The day spreads awareness about environmental health worldwide.

Talking about the same, Yogesh said: “A day like Environmental World Health Day serves as a significant reminder for us to start healing the planet, and this transformation starts right at home.”

“Wastage of electricity causes various environmental issues. In our house, we make deliberate efforts to reduce our electricity usage and prioritise natural ventilation. Employing simple practices such as unplugging electronic devices when not in use, maximising natural daylight for enhanced Vitamin D absorption, and using air conditioning only when truly needed can have a substantial impact on conserving energy,...

Mumbai, Aug 12 (Ians) As August 15 draws near and the whole nation gears up to celebrate Independence Day, coming to infuse in audiences a burning sense of passion are the new episodes of the sit-com drama series ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’. While the show may be a family oriented drama, it has a quite strong sense of patriotism and will bring forth a new special for August 15, exploring a new storyline.

‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’ new episodes track the life of new Rajesh with actress Geetanjali Mishra sharing, “Katori Amma (Himani Shivpuri) playfully mocks Gabbar (Saheb Das Manikpuri) and Rajesh’s (Geetanjali Mishra) grandfather who was shoe sole maker for the British as against Happu’s (Yogesh Tripathi) grandfather, Chand Singh, who was a freedom fighter.”

She went on to add “Now a reporter, Kamlesh (Sanjay Choudhary), informs them about a government scheme offering pensions to freedom fighters’ families. Encouraged, Katori...

Actress Geetanjali Mishra, who replaced Kamna Pathak in the television show ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, as Rajesh Singh (Rajjo), received a warm welcome on the sets of the show. Rajesh Singh is the ‘Dabbang Dulhaniya’ of the show’s titular character of Daroga Happu Singh (Yogesh Tripathi).

The occasion was celebrated with a delightful cake-cutting ceremony, creating cherished memories. The viewers will get to see the new Rajesh from August 7.

On receiving a warm welcome and the anticipation around her role, Geetanjali Mishra shared: “Radha Radhe Bol laye hain. I am filled with immense gratitude as I embark on this incredible journey. Initially, I felt anxious about how people would react to my presence on the show, but their overwhelming love and support have instilled newfound confidence in me. The warmth and affection my team embraced me have touched my heart deeply.”

She further mentioned: “Witnessing the excitement and anticipation...

Mumbai, April 24 (Ians) Known for his works in ‘Kaminey’, ‘Love Shagun’, ‘Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani’, and ‘Lukka Chuppi’, actor Vishwanath Chatterjee is currently seen playing the role of a lawyer Beni in the sitcom ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’.

He spoke about doing comic roles and it’s challenges, his current show, and what made him return to the small screen after doing films.

He has been doing comedy in films and TV. When asked if this genre attracts him most or he is most comfortable in making others laugh, he said: “As an actor, I prefer to experiment than stick to one genre. I have had a lot of fun playing comedic roles in my career. Making the audience laugh is one of the most difficult tasks for any performer, and I am glad I can do it. In my show, I do situational and light-hearted humour, which instantly links me with the audience.

Writer and Director: Akshay Singh. Cast: Sulagna Panigrahi, Jogi Mallang, Vishwanath Chatterjee, Akshay Singh, Anupama Negi, Sangam Rai, Arpita Banerjee, Khusboo Gupta and Abhay Joshi.

Cinematography: Gagandeep Singh. Music: Arvind /Lyton and Chintu Saarthak Kalla.

Rating: ****

One could have an eye operation for better eyesight, but not for better attitude. This one is a special movie that highlights the plight of dark-skinned young women who are oppressed and insulted with subtle jibes about their skin colour.

India is obsessed with fairness, despite being a dark-skinned nation. The unprecedented race to be fair, marry a fair-skinned person, or even have fair-skinned children is remarkable in our country and in the process we marginalise all those who are dusky, or dark-skinned.

This film also revolves around two sisters, Pinky (Sulagna Panigrahi) and Bulbul (Khusboo Gupta), one being fair and the other dark.

Pinky, the one who’s fair, checks all the boxes for being pretty and desirable,...

It is often believed that life is 10 per cent of what happens to you and 90 per cent on how you respond to it. In the upcoming episode of &TV’s Happu Ki Ultan Paltan, Happu (Yogesh Tripathi) is going to experience something similar.

Also read: Shocking! Daroga Happu Singh gets blackmailed, and you won’t believe by whom!

He learns that a feared bandit, Mangal Singh who he had once arrested has served his jail term and is a free man now. But what sends chills down Happu’s spine is the fact that during his arrest, Mangal Singh had threatened to take revenge once he’s released.

Happu Ki Ultan Paltan: Happu Singh’s siyappa moment as Bijli

A scared Happu thinks and ways of means to save himself. Unable to seek advice from his family due to their big mouths, he immediately rushes to his confidante Benny (Vishwanath Chatterjee) and discusses the situation.