Bollywood director and choreographer Farah Khan talked about her first-ever directorial experience, ‘Main Hoon Na,’ where she worked with veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah. She also discussed how she completed his work ahead of schedule.She recently appeared in an interview on the YouTube channel of IFTDA Official.
Farah Khan, a director and choreographer, recalled her first film’s production with ‘moody’ Naseeruddin Shah and revealed why she completed his shoot in six days instead of ten days.”I initially approached Naseeruddin Shah for a role, but he was being his usual moody self.
He made a fuss and declined, saying he couldn’t do it. However, I later offered him a 10-day role as Shahrukh’s father, and I said him, ‘Come on, at least take on this character.’ Naseeruddin Shah gave me such a hard time that I wrapped up his 10-day role in just six days! I told the team, ‘Let’s finish his shooting quickly’. But despite the challenges, he’s been absolutely wonderful to work with. I love Naseer.”All’s well that ends well. We hope the two collaborate on another venture soon
Indian Punjabi actress Sonam Bajwa has once again expressed admiration for Pakistani superstar Fawad Khan. When the host asked about Fawad, Sonam said, “Fawad Khan has been my crush forever, he is the crush of all girls, I am crazy about him and will always be.
“The host joked that Fawad Khan is like a ‘brother-in-law’ ( Punjab ka jija) to Sonam Bajwa. Sonam Bajwa has previously expressed her love for Fawad Khan in many interviews, saying that no other actor can take his place in her heart.
The excitement surrounding the wedding of Anant Ambani, son of Mukesh Ambani, Asia’s wealthiest man, has reached new heights as their second round of pre-wedding celebrations kicked off with a stellar performance by the American band Backstreet Boys on a cruise in Italy.
Joining the couple for the extravagant affair were Bollywood A-listers such as Shahrukh Khan, Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Kareena Kapoor, Karan Johar, and others, who have flown to Italy to partake in the four-day festivities aboard the cruise.
A video from the festivities shows the Backstreet Boys performing their song ‘I Wanna Be With You’ for the guests, dressed in all-white outfits.
Another video from the extravagant cruise is gaining attention, filmed bear Palermo, Sicily in Italy. According to reports, the cruise began yesterday and will end in France on Friday. It’s expected to include performances by American rapper Pitbull, Latin popstar Shakira, and Indian Punjabi singer Guru Randhawa.
Indian musician AR Rahman has revealed that his mother sacrificed her jewelry to purchase his first musical instrument.In a recent interview with ‘Netflix India’ celebrating the success of their most recent project, Rahman revealed that he never attended college and felt like he was losing out on a lot at the time. He was speaking with the musical team of ‘Amar Singh Chamkila,’ which includes Imtiaz Ali, Mohit Chauhan, and Irshad Kamil.
AR Rahman said, “I got bored, so I started listening to different things to see what else was out there. I found that side amazing with so much to explore.” Recalling his early struggles he said, “When I first set up my studio, I couldn’t afford an amplifier or equalizer. It was just a bare space with an air conditioner, a shelf, and a carpet. I had no equipment, but I was determined to make it work.”
He also said “My first recorder came when my mom gave her jewels as a loan. That moment made me feel strong and changed my future.”
Indian actress Kani Kusruti made a powerful statement at the 77th Cannes Film Festival in France on Thursday where she attended the premiere of All We Imagine as Light’.On the red carpet, she carried a special handbag shaped like a watermelon, which represents support for the Palestinian people.
The watermelon has become a symbol of the Palestinian flag and solidarity with the Palestinian people.For the first time in thirty years, an Indian film has been chosen for the Cannes Film Festival with ‘All We Imagine As Light’, directed by Payal Kapadia. The film’s world premiere received an eight-minute standing ovation, and it has been praised for its fresh and emotional storytelling, as well as its portrayal of urban connection and unexpected sisterhood.
The film is nominated for the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival 2024. Kusruti chose to show support for Palestine even as Israel’s genocide in Gaza continues while Hollywood celebrities have been criticised for their silence on the matter.
In a surprise upset, Laapataa Ladies has taken the top spot on Netflix, beating out Ranbir Kapoor’s hit movie ‘Animal’ in views, just one month after the film made its streaming premiere on April 26.
Only one month after ‘Laapataa Ladies’ made its Netflix premiere, the OTT site has reportedly seen a record 13.8 million views of the film. As for Ranbir Kapoor, his hit movie ‘Animal’ has had 13.6 million views so far.
Animal was released in cinemas on December 1st 2023, and it was released on Netflix on January 26 2024. It is directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga.
Laapataa Ladies is directed by Kiran Rao. Apart from Ravi Kishan, the film features news stars like Sparsh Shrivastava, Pratibha Ranta and Nitanshi Goe.
Veteran actor Sajid Hasan was invited as a guest on Ahmed Ali Butt’s podcast ‘Excuse Me’.
During the recording, Sajid discussed his relationship with Sahira and Rahat Kazmi on the ground-breaking series ‘Dhoop Kinare’, which was a major turning point in his career.
He also discussed declining parts that would have encouraged an anti-Indian attitude. Speaking about the reasons behind his dislike of actors portraying anti-state roles, he said, “I’m disappointed with Tiger 3, which I’m currently watching, as it contains harmful stereotypes and biased content against Pakistan. I strongly dislike this approach and believe it’s unfair to actors. Even when I was new to the industry and faced pressure to play such roles, I’ve always rejected them. I believe our relationships with people from other countries should be respectful and positive, even if we disagree with their views. Moreover, I urge Pakistanis to appreciate the freedom we have, which was fought for by Quaid E Azam, and recognize the value of living without oppression, as I personally experienced suffocation during my time in India.”
Elections in India are entering the last phase, with polling in Mumbai on Monday. While there was a buzz surrounding celebrities coming out to vote in India’s tinsel town, complaints of celebrities and journalists not being able to vote surfaced. It was overwhelmingly stated that their name was not on the voting list while they have been voting for decades.
Actress Vidya Maladev, famous for her role in Netflix series Mismatched complained about what she said was really “upsetting” as she was not able to vote because she could not find her name in the voting list.
Actress Vidya Malavade shared her experience of voting today.
She could not vote because her name was not in the list. More than 1 lakh people from each constituency faced the same situation. Anything to expect from @ECISVEEP ? pic.twitter.com/92Nf9bf1qr
Famous singer and musician Amit Trivedi also posted a video with the caption, “Voting is our constitutional right. Today I was denied that right and I feel helpless.”
Voting is our constitutional right. Today I was denied that right and I feel helpless
Actress and model Gauhar Khan vented out her frustration of being denied the right to vote in a video where she was seen saying, “Why do we have Adhaar Cards (voting cards) when we are not considered citizens enough.”
Journalist Rana Ayyub, who is also vocal about intolerance in India towards Muslim community, posted an Instagram story stating that she went with her family to vote and their names were missing from the voters list in Nayi Mumbai area despite the fact that they have been voting in this constituency for the last eighteen years. “Never missed a vote since I turned 18. Frustrating to say the least.”
Producer and Entrepreneur Gayatri Pahlajani posted on X, “After having voted in not one but four general elections, my name has been struck off the voting list.”
After having voted in not one but four general elections, my name has been struck off the voting list. @ECISVEEP@SpokespersonECI could you help, please?
— Gayatri Pahlajani (@TheChiefSneeze) May 20, 2024
Reports of low voting turnout in many states have emerged in Indian media.
Muslims not able to find their names in the voting list made rounds on social media during the elections in Gujrat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s home state.
Haroon Khan posted on May 6 that the names of 575 Muslim fisherman in Gujrat were deleted from the voters list. “Is this beginning of a “Hindu Rashtra” by snatching voting rights from Muslims?”, he posted.
575 Muslim fishermen in Gujarat’s Devbhoomi Dwarka district will not be able to vote as their names were deleted from the voter list.
Is this beginning of a “Hindu Rashtra” by snatching voting rights from Muslims? pic.twitter.com/VgMEZkTxTd
Journalist Radhika Bordia posted a video of a Muslim man from UP who was denied the right to cast a vote as his name wasn’t missing from the voting list.
Have been looking at polling around Chharra in the Hathras Lok Sabha seat in UP. Registered voters, many of them Muslims, have found their names missing at a number of polling stations. Here’s one testimony: pic.twitter.com/xkVShS5xzZ
Videos of both Muslim women complaining about their voting cards being downplayed as fake and them being dragged by the same police to not allow them to vote also emerged.
Actor and model Adnan Shah Tipu appeared in ‘Zarbardast’ show on a recent episode with host Wasi Shah. The host asked, “Tipu, you’ve had a diverse range of experiences from working with BBC to National Geographic, and even delving into Hollywood before coming back to Bollywood. Where did you find the most rewarding payments during your journey?”
“You get paid really well in Hollywood. I got paid more for just two scenes in a Hollywood project than I did for an entire Bollywood film, plus a stay at a 7-star hotel for me and my wife,” Adnan replied.
Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor, listed down the qualities of her ideal life partner. Janhvi Kapoor was questioned by reporters about the characteristics of a man she would pick as her life partner, during the song launch event of her next movie ‘Mr & Mrs Mahi.’
She responded, saying, “Aisa insaan jo ki mere sapno ko apna banade, jo ki mujhe himmat de, badhava de… Khushi de mujhe khushi. Mujhe hasaye (Someone who believes that my dreams are his, who gives me courage, encourages me, and ultimately makes me happy. Someone who grins at me).” Kapoor is now working on her sports drama, ‘Mr & Mrs Mahi,’ which co-stars Rajkummar Rao and is schedule for release on May 31.
