Karan Mehra arrested following a brawl with his wife Nisha Mehra

Karan Mehra, who is popularly known for his character of Naitik from Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, was arrested last night (May 31). The actor was arrested after his wife Nisha Rawal filed a complaint against him for allegedly assaulting her last night at Goregaon Police Station.

According to the reports, Nisha filed a complaint against her husband following a domestic dispute, where Karan allegedly pushed her against the wall in which she hurt her head. An FIR has been registered against the actor under section 336 and 337 of IPC. Karan Mehra is currently at the Goregaon Police Station and Mumbai Police is recording his statement.

Rumours were rife about their troubled marriage. However, both Karan and Nisha rubbished those reports. Now, that the police have confirmed that the couple has been hostile towards each other for some time and are going through divorce proceedings at a family court.

Karan and Nisha tied the knot in November 2012 after dating for a few years and also appeared together in Nach Baliye 5. The duo has a 4-year-old son named Kavish.

"It gave my career a second chance" - Rubina Dilaik on Shakti - Astitva Ek Ehsaas Ki completing 5 years

Rubina Dilaik as 'Soumya' on Shakti - Astitva Ek Ehsaas Ki became a widely recognized household name, bringing the show to great heights and making its run a successful 5 year one.

As Shakti completes 5 glorious years on air, Rubina gets emotional about her attachment to the show and it being a big game-changer for her career and bringing out her true versatility as an actor."Shakti gave my career a second chance and this show drastically changed my career graph. Shakti helped me build myself as an actor in many ways, and helped me showcase my versatility as an actor and a performer. Shakti gave me so much recognition and fame that people actually went back a good 6 -7 years to see the kind of work I had been a part of back then. So yes, Shakti helped me change my life in a bigger and better way", shares Rubina.

Speaking about her strong connection with 'Soumya', Rubina shares, "I am very attached to my character Soumya. The role has emotionally and mentally connected so well with me that I don't have to act it out, but I instead just portray it and there truly is a huge difference between the two. Playing the character always came out of natural instinct and right from within my heart to me."

ALSO READ: 5 Years of Shakti – Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki: Rubina Dilaik and Kamya Panjabi celebrate and share some BTS pictures

Birthday Special: "I don't feel older", says R. Madhavan at 51

Tamil-Hindi heartthrob R. Madhavan turns 51 today on June 1. He has flown to Dubai for the special day to be with his wife Sarita and son Vedant. For the actor who started 28 years ago in the game-changing series Banegi Apni Baat when Indian television was yet to find its legs, Madhavan retains a remarkably fresh and virginal attitude to life and his work. And youth is not a gift to Madhavan from the gym.

He laughs, “I honestly don’t feel 51. I guess it comes from a positive attitude to my work, family, everything. I don’t allow any negativity in my life. You won’t see me moping over a flop or preening over a hit.”

Sarita his “one and only” wife of 22 years, is his anchor and best friend (“besides you of course,” he reminds when referring to his wife as his BFF). How has he managed a rocksteady marriage in the entertainment industry where the ‘Hammer’ falls on an ‘Armie’ of couples?

“Ha, good one. Sarita would kill me if I strayed. How do I avoid temptation? With a nice cold shower,” he quips.

As for this birthday his second during lockdown Maddy says, “Honestly. I’m keeping it really really low and just having dinner with my Sarita and Vedant. I wish my parents were here with us in Dubai. But hey, I’m being greedy. God has given me so much. Even during these tough times my family is safe and healthy, touchwood. I couldn’t ask for more. We just pray for a lot of peace around the world. Hopefully my next birthday would be pandemic-free.”

As for turning 51, Madhavan says, “I don’t feel any older and I don’t have any qualms about growing older either. I know it sounds clichéd, but I genuinely feel you are as young or old as you feel. I think I’ve a perfect life. I remember when my first Hindi film Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein had released I had told you I wished it was as big a hit as Hrithik Roshan’s Kaho Na… Pyar Hai. Today I am proud of every film that I’ve done and wouldn’t change or exchange a thing. If I had a chance to go back and change anything in my life, I’d change absolutely nothing.”

Also Read: Actor R Madhavan feels incompetent and useless; here’s why

"Chulbul Pandey is a very special character for me" - Salman Khan on Dabangg - The Animated Series on Disney+ Hotstar VIP

Superstar actor Salman Khan’s iconic character Chulbul Pandey is making an exciting return in a brand-new avatar with Dabangg - The Animated Series on Disney+ Hotstar VIP. An adaptation and reimagination of the blockbuster Bollywood franchise, the action-comedy series chronicles the day-to-day life of Police Officer Chulbul Pandey, who stands in the face of evil to keep the city safe. He is joined by his younger brother Makkhi, who, new to the police force, attempts to emulate his older brother in every sticky situation. It is a rib-tickling entertainer that can be enjoyed by kids and all fans of the franchise. So, get set to be Dabangg and welcome the most loved police officer back in an all-new animated version.

The first 8 episodes of Season 1 are Now Streaming exclusively in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu on Disney+ Hotstar VIP, with new episodes set to be released regularly. Produced by Cosmos-Maya and Arbaaz Khan Productions, Dabangg - The Animated Series marks the latest addition in an extensive collection of kids’ content that ranges from all-time favorites like Toy Story, Doraemon, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, and Sound of Music to contemporary superhits including Selfie With Bajrangi, Chacha Chaudhary and Sofia the First. To ensure a safe, entertaining, and controlled experience, parents can navigate through the platform’s unique kids-safe mode to access age-appropriate content.

Speaking about Chulbul Pandey’s return in an animated avatar, actor Salman Khan said, “Chulbul Pandey is a very special character for me because of the love that audiences have showered on him, and the movie, for over 10 years. I couldn’t be happier that Chulbul, Makkhi, and Rajjo are returning in animated avatars to entertain the children of our country. I cannot wait to binge-watch all episodes of Dabangg - The Animated Series with my nieces and nephews while at home. Animation has opened up yet another dimension for this character and I'm thrilled Cosmos-Maya did that. I hope that all children, along with their families, take time out and enjoy watching this together.”

Bhaiyaji smile! Aa gaye hain ‘Chulbul Pandey’ apne animated avatar mein in ‘Dabangg-The Animated Series’ 31st May se, har roz 12 baje, Cartoon Network par! #ThankYouForBeingDabangg #BeDabanggWithCartoonNetwork #CosmosMaya.https://t.co/vhC4lzuKAz

— Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) May 30, 2021

Producer Arbaaz Khan said, “Dabangg, for me, goes beyond just a film or a franchise; and to see it coming to life in an all-new format is overwhelming and we were on board with the idea, the moment we met Team Cosmos-Maya. They have revolutionized Indian animation & I couldn't have asked for a better animation studio partner for our Dabangg. The thought behind creating Chulbul Pandey was to make him a household favorite, and the biggest and most humbling compliment comes from all the love that this character has received from children. Kids are the toughest crowd and critics because they speak from their heart and getting a thumbs up on Dabangg - The Animated Series from them would be one of my greatest achievements. I’m happy to have collaborated with Disney+ Hotstar VIP to bring kids and their parents all episodes of this fun and entertaining series that they can watch at their convenience, from the safety of their homes.”

Disney+ Hotstar spokesperson said, “Dabangg is an exceptional addition to the library of kids content on Disney+ Hotstar VIP, which offers parents the crucial control of managing what their children are watching, through the kids-safe mode. Audiences of all ages love Salman Khan, and we’re delighted to be bringing his iconic character and movie in a form that can be enjoyed by kids and their families. Time spent indoors can be made entertaining with this latest series along with engaging offerings like the new season of the popular show, Selfie With Bajrangi, successful Disney titles and much more. We have had a wonderful collaboration with Cosmos-Maya and are happy to further build this with a Blockbuster Bollywood franchise reimagined in a creative yet entertaining manner.”

Anish Mehta, CEO of Cosmos-Maya said “Dabangg is a landmark IP launch for us at Cosmos-Maya as we mark our 10th year of original Indian IP creation. We are privileged to have such an iconic franchise that fits in the Cosmos-Maya formula of 'familiarity with novelty'. We couldn't have asked for a bigger & better character for our 20th show, than my personal favourite, the cult icon Chulbul Pandey who has been immortalized by Salman Khan, while working beside Arbaaz Khan and a fabulous platform partner like Disney+ Hotstar VIP."

ALSO READ: Salim Khan says Salman Khan’s Radhe is not a great film; feels the industry does not have good writers

Is Indian Idol trying to generate interest by creating controversies?

Is Indian Idol making a fool of all of us? Could all this tamasha about guest judges being asked to make only favourable comments about the contestants be a ruse to boost the TRPs? A source very close to the show who is also an expert on reality television says these ongoing controversies are self-generated.

“Suddenly you have contestants being pulled up for being not good enough; you have judges pulled up for not being honest enough. These are all planned gimmicks,” the source informs me adding, “The platform is open to many interpretations on how contestants should be judged. First there was a judge, singer Amit Kumar claiming he was instructed to say only good things about the contestants. You now have a lyricist (Manoj Muntashir) criticizing Amit Kumar for talking against the show. It’s all a cleanly designed spiral of publicity.”

I asked host Aditya Narayan once and for all if the guest judges are asked to make only favourable comments about the contestants, Aditya replied, “No, they are not.”

It is common practice on music reality shows to generate controversies when there are none. In 2019 the internet was ablaze with a story on Adnan Sami and Armaan Malik indulging in a spat on the sets of the talent-hunt show The Voice where they both serve as a judge. The truth is, there was no such incident at all on the sets of the show.

Adnan spoke to me and called the whole incident a figment of the PR team’s imagination. “One morning they decided to boost the TRPs of the show (The Voice). So what do they do? They decide to plant a manufactured war between the two most popular judges of the show. Shockingly, Adnan Sami and Armaan Malik were not taken into confidence, probably because those who created this work of sickening fiction knew their idea would be nipped in the bud if either of the two came to know of the planned publicity gimmick.

And that’s exactly what happened when Adnan and Armaan came to know of their war on the sets.

Said Adnan, “Armaan and I were shooting for the show when the story broke out. We were aghast. And livid. There was never any hostility between us. Armaan respects me too much to even talk loudly in my presence. It didn’t take us long to know where the made-up story came from. We were even told to ‘lie low and not comment’.”

Also Read: Sunidhi Chauhan reveals she was asked to praise contestants on Indian Idol; talks about doctoring of songs

Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna’s Covid-19 fundraiser reaches its goal of Rs. 1 crore

Akshay Kumar and his wife Twinkle Khanna's COVID-19 fundraiser has reached the mark of Rs. 1 crore to ‘get oxygen concentrators to Indian hospitals’.

Twinkle on Monday took to her social media accounts o share the update and thanked everyone for stepping in this crisis. She shared the photo with a text that read, “Thank you! With you help, we have reached our goal – to raise Rs 1 crore to get oxygen concentrators to Indian hospitals.”

The caption read, “It’s thanks to all of you that we raised these funds and are able to send concentrators where they are needed. I will keep posting updates. A big shout out to all of you and @annada_outreach for their tremendous support. #helpindiabreathe.”

It’s thanks to all of you that we raised these funds and are able to send concentrators where they are needed. I will keep posting updates. A big shout out to all of you and @ANNADA_outreach for their tremendous support. #helpindiabreathe pic.twitter.com/eZSYmX5neR

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones) May 31, 2021

Earlier, she had tweeted, “What I am seeing on our donation page is surprising-single donors-encouraged by our personal donations-giving 5,10,20 lakhs at a time. If our platforms inspire folks who can spare large sums and it goes to those in need it-isn’t that what matters? #KeepAtIt.”

ALSO READ: Akshay Kumar’s Prithviraj receives threats from Karni Sena; the outfit demands title change

Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna’s Covid-19 fundraiser reaches its goal of Rs. 1 crore

Akshay Kumar and his wife Twinkle Khanna's COVID-19 fundraiser has reached the mark of Rs. 1 crore to ‘get oxygen concentrators to Indian hospitals’.

Twinkle on Monday took to her social media accounts o share the update and thanked everyone for stepping in this crisis. She shared the photo with a text that read, “Thank you! With you help, we have reached our goal – to raise Rs 1 crore to get oxygen concentrators to Indian hospitals.”

The caption read, “It’s thanks to all of you that we raised these funds and are able to send concentrators where they are needed. I will keep posting updates. A big shout out to all of you and @annada_outreach for their tremendous support. #helpindiabreathe.”

It’s thanks to all of you that we raised these funds and are able to send concentrators where they are needed. I will keep posting updates. A big shout out to all of you and @ANNADA_outreach for their tremendous support. #helpindiabreathe pic.twitter.com/eZSYmX5neR

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones) May 31, 2021

Earlier, she had tweeted, “What I am seeing on our donation page is surprising-single donors-encouraged by our personal donations-giving 5,10,20 lakhs at a time. If our platforms inspire folks who can spare large sums and it goes to those in need it-isn’t that what matters? #KeepAtIt.”

ALSO READ: Akshay Kumar’s Prithviraj receives threats from Karni Sena; the outfit demands title change

NOT Zoya Akhtar, but a new director will direct the Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar documentary-drama

In much of the 1970s and 80s Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar revolutionized the way the film industry looked at screenwriting and screenwriters with their stream of phenomenal hits like Zanjeer, Deewaar, Sholay, Don, Trishul, Shakti and Mr India.

Salim and Javed re-wrote the entire profile of screenwriters with their uninterrupted run at the box office. And now Javed Akhtar’s son Farhan Akhtar and the latter’s partner Ritesh Sidhwani of Excel Entertainment are all set to produce a documentary-drama on the Salim-Javed phenomenon.

A source very close to the development informs, “It will contain extensive interviews with Javed and Salim Saab and also with Amitabh Bachchan whose career was spectacularly amplified by the films that Salim-Javed wrote for him. It will also have extensive footage from the phenomenal films that the duo wrote.”

There were rumours that Javed Saab’s daughter Zoya Akhtar will direct the documentary. This is untrue. “We are on the verge of finalizing the director. It will be someone new,” the source told me.

Also Read: SCOOP: Netflix in race to buy Zoya Akhtar’s documentary on Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar

EXCLUSIVE: "I want Sonu Sood for Prime Minister"- Huma Qureshi

Sonu Sood has been relentlessly working toward helping people ever since the COVID crisis hit the country last year. He along with his team has helped out people from across the country who have been reaching out to them for help. The actor had revealed that he receives thousands of requests every day especially during the brutal second wave of the pandemic.

Owing to his helpful nature, many across the country have expressed a desire for him to contest elections. Now, in an exclusive chat with Bollywood Hungama, actor Huma Qureshi also expressed that Sonu should stand for elections. “Honestly, I think Sonu should stand up for elections. I would vote for him. I want him for Prime Minister,” she said when asked who in Bollywood would make a good politician.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Huma Qureshi was last seen in the recently released web series titled Maharani. Directed by Subhash Kapoor, Huma plays the role of Rani Bharti who goes from being an illiterate housewife to becoming the Chief Minister.

ALSO READ: Huma Qureshi and Save The Children announce fundraiser for a 100-bed hospital

Janhvi Kapoor posts pictures while painting; her printed robe definitely adds quirky element

In this lockdown, everyone is trying to keep themselves engaged and have a productive day. It seems like since shootings are halted, Janhvi Kapoor is excelling in her hobby to paint.

In the recent pictures, the actress poses painting the canvas where she can be seen wearing a colourful long jacket which featured multicolour fruits design on it. She posed candidly painting the canvas we can also see other painting made by her and we have to say it that she is having some quality time at home. She captioned her pictures “can I call myself a painter yet?”

 

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On the professional front, Janhvi Kapoor will next star in Good Luck Jerry and Dostana 2.

Also Read:Janhvi Kapoor sizzles in Maldives summer in colour block swimsuit and bikini for Travel and Leisure cover shoot

Qubool Hai actress Surbhi Jyoti rocks the casual look in a pleated cotton jumpsuit

Qubool Hai actress Surbhi Jyoti certainly has that fashion sense. Over the years, she has sort of blended her style into more comfy and casual giving us fun vibes. She often takes to social media to document her life and gives glimpses of her comfy style.

A day ago, the actress posted some stunning pictures of herself on her Instagram. In this picture, she wore a cotton periwinkle-colored jumpsuit that had pleats on it. She straightened her hair and rocked the minimal makeup. She wore black and white sneakers and gave us those beautiful poses.

On the work front, Surbhi Jyoti was last seen on the reboot version of the series Qubool Hai which released earlier this year on the ZEE5 online streaming app.

 

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Also Read: Qubool Hai actress Surbhi Jyoti looks like a modern-day tropical beauty in midi dress

Amrita Rao adds a fun twist to the viral ‘Jal Lijiye’ meme

Social media comes up with new meme trends every now and then. The current meme that is gaining popularity is actor Amrita Rao's 'jal lijiye' line from the 2006 film, Vivah. The meme featuring Amrita Rao offering a glass of water has gone viral and has sparked a range of memes and jokes.

Now, Amrita Rao herself has recreated the scene in an Instagram reel but with a twist. In the video, Amrita appears with a glass of water and kindly offers ‘jal’. She then exits from the frame and returns with a bucket of water which she throws toward the camera and playfully says, "Aur? Jal chahiye? Kabse bol rahi hoon, ‘jal lijiye’. Naha lijiye, happy Holi (Do you want water? I have been offering water for so long. Go and take a bath. Happy Holi)!”

 

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Amrita Rao made her Bollywood debut in 2002 with the film Ab Ke Baras. She then went on to star in films like Ishq Vishq, Main Hoon Na, Masti, among others. She was last seen in the 2019 film Thackeray starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui.

ALSO READ: Amrita Rao shares a BTS picture from the sets of Masti as the film completes 17 years

Hina Khan rocks summer pastels; Shaheer Shaikh looks dapper in the song 'Baarish Ban Jaana'

Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai actress Hina Khan has always wowed us with her looks. Her outfits from the recently released T-series song ‘Patthar Wargi’ were heavily appreciated. She is back now and will be featuring in a new song called ‘Baarish Ban Jaana’ alongside actor Shaheer Shaikh, who is one of the most popular actors in the industry.

In this behind-the-scenes still, both Hina Khan and Shaheer Shaikh matched each other’s vibes. In this picture, Hina wore a pink pastel-colored one-shoulder ruched one-piece dress. This dress also consisted of pleats. She wore nude makeup with red lipstick and styled her hair into big curls. She topped it up with pink strappy heels.

On the other hand, actor Shaheer Shaikh wore a brown suit with a casual white t-shirt inside. He wore brown leather shoes and topped them up with his fierce pose alongside co-star Hina Khan.

The song is set to release on June 3.

Also Read: Hina Khan sets summer vibe in peach pleated dress in behind-the-scenes of ‘Patthar Wargi’ song

5 Years of Shakti - Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki: Rubina Dilaik and Kamya Panjabi celebrate and share some BTS pictures

The popular daily television show Shakti – Astitva Ke Ehsaas ki has completed five years. The show began to air on May 30, 2016 on Colors TV and is based on the story of Soumya, a transgender woman. The show focuses on the transgender community and how they interact with others in society by fighting for justice.

Recently, as the show has completed its five glorious years, actress Kamya Panjabi and Rubina Dilaik, who play the on-screen mother-in-law and daughter-in-law respectively took to their Instagram. Both Rubina and Kamya shared most of the amazing behind-the-scenes and unseen pictures from the sets.

Rubina Dilaik shared series of pictures and wrote, “5 years of hard work (minus 1yr 2months) , passion and risk taking ability has been rewarded by your love (my beautiful people) Shakti has and will always be close to my heart.... Congratulations to the entire team.”

Rubina wrote minus 1 year and 2 months as she took a break from the show and also went to participate in the 14th edition of the reality show Bigg Boss. She also managed to bring the winning title home.

 

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Apart from Rubina, Kamya Panjabi shared multiple posts celebrating the success of the show.

Kamya, who plays the role of Preeto, shared pictures with her on-screen husband Sudesh Berry aka Harak Singh. Sharing the post, she called her on-screen pair 'Amar" and wrote, "Time flies, Things change, time changes, but the only thing that is constant is Harak Preeto ki Amar Jodi in #shaktiastitvakeehsaaski Happy 5 years to us n to each one of you who has been a part of this incredible journey #ShaktiTurns5 @rstfofficial @msrashmi2002_ @colorstv @sudeshberry."

 

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She also shared cast pictures and wrote, “Meet the incredible team behind the successful 5 years of #shaktiastitvakeehsaaski I love you all so very much #shaktiturns5 @rstfofficial @colorstv @msrashmi2002_ @directorpankajkumar @palashmandloi.”

 

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At last, the actress also shared another post with the director of the show, which reads as, “Captain of the Ship @directorpankajkumar Happy 5 years of #shaktiastitvakeehsaaski mon to sat 8pm @colorstv #shaktiturns5 @rstfofficial.”

 

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Kamya also didn't forget to share the celebration video and pictures with her co-star Rubina Dilaik.

 

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Sharing the picture with Rubina Dilaik, the actress wrote "Saumya Preeto once againnnnn n why not we just turned 5. #shaktiturns5 Keep watching #shaktiastitvakeehsaaski Mon To Sat 8pm @colorstv @rubinadilaik.”

 

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Shakti is currently being shot at Agra in a bio-bubble format as the shoots have been suspended in the state of Maharashtra owing to the Covid-19 crisis.

Also Read: Shakti: Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki actress Rubina Dilaik on Covid-19 recovery – “Yoga really did wonders for me”

EXCLUSIVE: Manoj Kumar reveals Woh Kaun Thi director Raj Khosla hit himself with 'chappals' for rejecting 'Lag Ja Gale'

Veteran actor and filmmaker par excellence Manoj Kumar in a prolific career of over 50 years has directed iconic films like Upkar, Shor and Roti Kapada Aur Makaan and acted in superhits like Patthar Ke Sanam, Sanyasi and Woh Kaun Thi.

Recalling the experience of shooting for Woh Kaun Thi, Manoj Kumar says, “Do you know, one of the film’s most iconic songs ‘Lag Ja Gale’ was initially rejected by the director Raj Khosla. I remember the music composer Madan Mohan Saab, a very sensitive artiste, was shattered. He came to complain, ‘Manoj Bhai, look at the composition that your director has rejected.’ I heard the song and I immediately knew its potential. I took it back to Raj Khosla made him hear it with me. At the end of the song, he got up quietly went out of the room to get his chappals came back inside and began hitting himself with it. Madan Mohan and I were aghast. ‘Yeh aap kya kar rahein hain?’ Raj said he was hitting himself for being such a fool to reject a composition like ‘Lag Ja Gale’. I am glad the producer Prernaa Arora has taken the rights of two of the songs ‘Lag Ja Gale’ and ‘Naina Barse’. I feel the other songs in Woh Kaun Thi like ‘Chhodkar Tere Pyar Ka Daman’, ‘Aap Kyon Roye’ and ‘Shokh Nazar Ki Bijliyaan’ are equally iconic.”

Manoj Kumar is in an aggressively confessional mood. He lets it out that the dialogues and scenes in Woh Kaun Thi were written by him. “Yes, I admit I wrote many of the scenes and dialogues. I will tell you how it happened. I reached Shimla for the shooting. The song Shokh Nazar Ki Bijliyaan’ was filmed on Helen ji and me. I felt something was missing. After the shooting, I went to the director Raj Khosla’s room. My leading lady Sadhana ji, the producer NN Sippy were also present. I told Raj, ‘Kuch jamm nahin raha (something is amiss). The lines need to be changed.’ And I handed over papers with the changed dialogues written by me. Raj Khosla read them. He quietly tore up the original dialogues and threw it into the fireplace saying, ‘From tomorrow we will be using Manoj’s lines.’ That’s how I ghost-wrote the scenes and dialogues in this ghost story.”

Why didn’t Manoj Kumar take credit for his efforts? “Arey yaar. It didn’t matter. I didn’t do it for the name. I did it to improve the film. During those days we worked on every film like a family. Sadhana, Raj Khosla, Madan Mohan and I were one family during Woh Kaun Thi. We didn’t think about who should get credit or not. We worked like a team of cooks in a kitchen putting together the best meal possible.”

Manoj says he would be happy to write the new version of Woh Kaun Thi. “All they have to do is.”

10 Years Of Bade Achhe Lagte Hain: Ekta Kapoor, Sumona Chakravarti share memories of Ram Kapoor – Sakshi Tanwar starrer

Sony TV's popular drama Bade Achhe Lagte Hain turns 10, today. The Ram Kapoor and Sakshi Tanwar starrer premiered on May 30, 2011 and finally went off-air on July 10, 2014. The show got immense popularity and was the 7th most-watched show in 2011.

As the show has turned 10 today, the producer Ekta Kapoor took to her Instagram and shared a post saying, “Ten years of #badeachchelagtehai! Irony that I heard this morning:) so much love was experienced in this one ! An ode to mature love ! Thanku ram Sakshi mitu sony Sneha danish Ajay Prashant bhat Sandip Doris n d whole team :) .”

 

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Ram Kapoor’s wife Gautami Kapoor wrote “Omg !!!!! One of the most memorable shows ❤❤.” in the comment section.

Ekta shared yet another video celebrating 10 glorious of the show. This video was a long one and had most of the cast and crew speaking their heart out. Sharing the video, Ekta wrote "A show is made by a team. Ths is a video from the team ( haven’t mentioned many especially @sufibaby in d last post) thanku team n audiences."

 

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Ashwiny Tiwari and Sumona Chakravarti, who were also part of the show, also took to their Instagram and shared posts in the memory of the show.

Sumona, who played Natasha, Ram's younger sister shared several pictures of her character and from the sets of the show and wrote, “Happy 10th Anniversary to a show that catapulted me into a household name. Bade Achhe Lagte Hain. A show that gave me my due as an actor, made me popular. BALH is my claim to fame. My role of Natasha/Nutz/choti remains closest to my heart. What a graph the character had over a span of 3 yrs. A show that was successful because of the makers, the writers, the creatives, the entire cast & crew. Thank u so much for showering us with abundance of love even after the show got over. ❤️❤️❤️. #10yearsofBadeAchheLagteHain.”

 

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While filmmaker and writer Ashwiny Tiwari also shared on her Instagram and recalled that it was her first collaboration with Ekta Kapoor. Sharing the post, Ashwiny expressed her gratitude and wrote, “A decade ago did not even think or plan where destiny could take me. Just wanted to do good work with oneness. Campaign idea / scripts / logo design / created while at Leo Burnett. We were trying a new form of communication for @sonytvofficial @001danishkhan Still remember my conversation as a creative director leading sony account, sharing the whole campaign with @ektarkapoor and ten years later there is still so much love to create and also Gajju my dear friend for over a decade. So much admiration for you @gajrajrao ????#badeacchelagtehain.”

 

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Ajay Devgn buys a bungalow worth Rs. 60 crore in Mumbai

Ajay Devgn has become the latest Bollywood celebrity to buy property in Mumbai amid the pandemic. This comes after reports of Amitabh Bachchan purchasing a duplex apartment worth Rs. 31 crore in Mumbai.

Reportedly, the bungalow bought by Ajay Devgn is worth Rs. 60 crore and is located in the Juhu area of Mumbai. The property is said to be spread across 590 sq yards. The Devgns currently reside in their bungalow, Shakti, in the Kapole Co-operative Housing Society Ltd in Juhu which is located near the new property purchased by Ajay Devgn.

As per reports, the deal was struck last November-December and the Kapole Co-operative Housing Society transferred the bungalow in the joint name of Veena Virendra Devgn and Vishal alias Ajay Devgn on May 7. The bungalow was earlier owned by the late Pushpa Valia.

Reports further reveal that the rate of the bungalow is Rs. 65 to 70 crore, but due to the pandemic, Devgn got it at a discounted rate.

Recently, Sonakshi Sinha and Arjun Kapoor also purchased sky villas in Bandra. The properties are said to be worth Rs. 20 crore each.

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Entertainment Industry workers to get vaccinated under new vaccination drive organised by multiple cinema bodies

As the second wave of the pandemic severely affected the nation, it has become essential for everybody to get vaccinated in order to fight the deadly coronavirus. So, as to bring Bollywood back on track, the Producers’ Guild of India and the Indian Film & Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA), in association with the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), are organising vaccination drives for the cast and crews of film units in the coming weeks.

The Producers Guild of India (PGI), the premier association of the leading Indian film, television and digital content producers will launch tomorrow a vaccination drive for its members and associated production crews. Through these camps, thousands of production house personnel and crews will be vaccinated over the multi-day drive being held at Mehboob Studios, starting June 1st 2021.

It is hoped that this camp shall contribute to the national mission of attaining universal vaccination and also facilitate safer shooting and content production. All the workers actively involved in the production process will be vaccinated in the new drive organised by the federation. The unions are collectively aiming to immunise close to 10,000 people, including artists, producers, daily-wage workers and freelancers.

There will be a six-day programme which will be held at Mehboob Studios in Bandra from tomorrow onwards organised by The Guild. Manish Goswami, vice-president, Guild, says that they are targeting close to 5,000 people. Those already registered on Co-WIN can receive their vaccination at the venue. This is being done in association with Bhakti Vedanta Hospital, and each jab is priced at Rs 1,000. The cost will be borne by the respective production houses. They may increase the vaccine rollout, depending on the turnout.

Major production houses including Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions,  Rohit Shetty Picturez and Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment have come forward to support and join hands with this initiative.

Expressing appreciation for the many contributions that enabled this camp, Siddharth Roy Kapur, President of the Producers Guild of India, said, “An activity of such importance and magnitude cannot be carried out singlehandedly and we are extremely grateful for the support we have received to make this possible. In particular from our members Excel Entertainment who played a pivotal role in securing the vaccines and Mehboob Productions who very generously offered complimentary use of the spacious Mehboob Studios. We are happy that we are able to provide this facility to our members, their employees and the cast and crew of their productions as we work to get the industry back on its feet again in the weeks ahead.”

Apart from this, IFTDA and FWICE in collaboration with Surya Hospital will also conduct their parallel immunisation camp for 5,000 members at the Federation office in Andheri and will start the drive between June 10 and 15. This drive will be organised and funded by Ashoke Pandit, president, IFTDA.

Apart from Andheri and Bandra camp, the federation is also planning to set up another camp at Goregaon Film City after some time. Ashoke Pandit also revealed that Yash Raj Films has also come up to support this drive and has promised to provide funds for 30,000 vaccine shots. And it is also speculated that Chief Minister’s Office has sent its approval to proceed with the plan.

Sharing inspiring stories of Covid Heroes, Diana Penty expresses gratitude towards everyone for their support towards the #EveryLifeMatters initiative

Many organisations and individuals across the nation have been working tirelessly to help the country fight Covid-19. These Covid heroes are working on the ground with little or no help from outside. To highlight and support the work of these Good Samaritans and create an impact, Diana Penty with Ketto India launched the campaign #EveryLifeMatters.

Within a week of its launch, the actress has managed to support various small groups in their relief activities, thus, in turn, helping the people in dire need of funds, food, and medicines.

Thanking everyone for their notable donations, Diana took to her social media handles and shared a video highlighting the inspiring stories of several Covid Heroes that the campaign could reach and help in their wonderful efforts.

The actress wrote, “With your support, these amazing humans beings have been able to do some incredible work to help those in need during these difficult times. I request you to open your hearts and help them in any way that you can so that they can continue to make a difference. You can see the #EveryLifeMatters highlight on my Instagram or visit the Ketto India website to know more about these causes."

 

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Through the #EveryLifeMatters initiative, the stunner is also helping individuals with financial support for their medical treatment. Known for her humanitarian work, Diana was also the force behind 'The Khaki Project' last year, providing the Mumbai police force with much-needed supplies such as masks, sanitisers, etc.

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