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Randeep Hooda roped in for Mahesh Manjrekar’s Veer Savarkar biopic It looks like saffron patriotism and related stuff are what Bollywood would to explore more these days. Vivek Agnihotri’s The Kashmir Files and the success it has reaped at the box office seem to have spurred more on that genre, the Indian movie buff in for some history lessons. And who else would be best bet to be a topic for a movie than Veer Savarkar, when such films are mulled over. Though many may not agree, there are a group of people who consider Vinayak Damodar Savarkar as a freedom fighter who had relentlessly fought against the British to secure Indian independence. Now, that remains a matter of debate, with many stories doing the rounds across the Indian political spectrum.  However, for the makers of a new movie titled Swantantra Veer Savarkar, he is a freedom fighter, politician, activist, and writer. When prominent filmmaker-actor…

Shah Rukh Khan is all geared up for a comeback with his new flick ‘Pathaan’ set for release in January 2023 It’s been a while since Bollywood’s Badshah was seen on screen. To be precise, it was in 2018 that Shah Rukh Khan or SRK as he is known as, was last seen in film. The film ‘Zero’, which was directed by Aanand L Rai, had Katrina Kaif and Anushka Sharma as his co-stars. The absence from mainstream movies in Bollywood had come about unexpected, and it had proved to be a big disappointment for his fans.  Now after a long gap, SRK is all set for a comeback. The actor himself has announced the news of his next on screen, by making an official announcement about his upcoming project ‘Pathaan’.  Shah Rukh Khan, who has a huge fan following in social media, took to the virtual space to announce the details of his comeback…

‘Mr and Mrs Mahi’, starring Janvi Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao is the latest in Bollywood’s cricket menu. Cricket is the flavour of the season in Bollywood. Going by the number of cricket-themed flicks that are being made, it looks like producers in Bollywood are eyeing some good revenue by lining up cricket themes for the new ventures. The latest that has hopped on to news space is a film that has been titled ‘Mr and Mrs Mahi’. Featuring Janvi Kapoor and her ‘Roohi’ co-star Rajkummar Rao, the film looks like it could be along the lines of the true life of a popular cricket star. Janvi Kapoor has already begun training at a cricket camp in preparation for her role. Going by her Instagram account, her latest post gives us the idea that she is practicing cricket seriously so as to get into the skin of the character she is supposed to play. Janvi Kapoor…

Milkha Singh is still the only Indian athlete to win Gold in the Asian and Commonwealth Championship Bollywood celebrities expressed their heartfelt tributes on the demise of legendary Indian Sprinter Milkha Singh.Singh, 91, passed away at 11:30 pm on Friday in Chandigarh. He had tested positive for COVID-19 in May this year. Actor Akshay Kumar expressed deep condolences on the demise of track legend on his Twitter handle and wrote, “Incredibly sad to hear about the demise of #MilkhaSingh ji. The one character I forever regret not playing on-screen! May you have a golden run in heaven, Flying Sikh. Om shanti, Sir.” Global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas also mourned the demise of the former athlete and recalled how his aura made their first meeting special.“Warm and welcoming, you made our first meeting so so special. I have been inspired by your excellence, touched by your humility, influenced by your contribution to our country. Om Shanti…

In SAPF, Arjun played the role of a brooding, corrupt police inspector Pinky Dahiya and charmed one and all with his acting skills. Mumbai (Maharashtra)   Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor is over the moon after the successful release of his movie ‘Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar’ (SAPF) and has shared that he received the same love and appreciation that he got for his debut film ‘Ishaqzaade’.  In SAPF, Arjun played the role of a brooding, corrupt police inspector Pinky Dahiya and charmed one and all with his acting skills.  Arjun said, “I haven’t got this amount of love and recognition since my debut Ishaqzaade. We actors are hungry for love and attention and we bear ourselves every single time we come on screen. It is the appreciation from audiences and critics and keeps us going. For me, I feel rejuvenated with the success of SAPF and how people have reacted to my acting. This is a…

The festival of Buddha Purnima is celebrated to commemorate the birth of Siddhartha Gautama, who later became Gautam Buddha On the occasion of Buddha Purnima, several Bollywood celebrities extended heartfelt greetings to their fans and followers on social media.Veteran actor Hema Malini took to Twitter and posted the picture of a beautiful Lord Buddha idol. Along with the picture, she wrote, “Today is Buddha Poornima. The 2,583 rd birth anniversary of Lord Buddha. Let us all pray for the peace of mind, calm and self-awareness during this harmonious, non-violent and uplifting occasion.”Megastar Amitabh Bachchan also took to the micro-blogging site and extended greetings on the festival. “Buddha Poornima greetings .. Vesak .. Buddha Jayanti ki anek anek shubhkaamnayein,” he tweeted. Today is Buddha Poornima. The 2,583 rd birth anniversary of Lord Buddha. Let us all pray for peace of mind, calm and self awareness during this harmonious, non violent and uplifting occasion pic.twitter.com/rLzGpUqs1V— Hema Malini…

Several B-town celebs including his friends and colleagues shared birthday wishes for Karan Johar on social media As filmmaker-producer Karan Johar turned a year older on Tuesday, several B-town celebs including his friends and colleagues shared birthday wishes for him on social media.Bollywood actor Kareena Kapoor Khan, who has been a frequent collaborator with Karan in multiple hit films, shared a black and white photo on her Instagram handle to wish him on his special day. She captioned it as, “Happy Birthday, Kjo… I love You,” she captioned post.Sanjay Dutt, who recently worked with Karan in ‘Kalank’, tweeted an old picture with him seemingly from the filmmaker’s talk show ‘Koffee with Karan’ and wrote, “Happy Birthday @karanjohar Wishing you a year ahead filled with love & happiness!” Anushka Sharma wished Karan johar by sharing an Instagram story with a photo of the ‘My Name is Khan’ director, along with which she wrote, “Happy Birthday Karan!…

With Rajveer Deol, filmmaker Suraj Barjatya’s son Avnish Barjatya is also venturing into Indian cinema Veteran actor Dharmendra Deol on Wednesday introduced his grandchild Rajveer Deol to the world of cinema and announced his debut project with filmmaker Avnish Barjatya’s first movie as a director.The ‘Sholay’ actor took to Instagram and shared a couple of pictures featuring Rajveer. He urged his fans to shower love on Rajveer Deol and Avnish as they step into the world of Indian cinema. The title of the film is still kept under wraps.“Introducing my grandson #RajveerDeol to the world of cinema along with #Avnishbarjatya directorial debut,” wrote the ‘Dharam Veer’ actor. My son Rajveer starts his journey as an actor.Rajshri Productions proudly announces the collaboration of Rajveer Deol and Avnish Barjatya in a coming -of-age love story.A beautiful journey awaits ahead. pic.twitter.com/xBXfOR8c6R— Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) March 31, 2021 Source: Social Media “I humbly request you all to shower the…

Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut on Wednesday met Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar  Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut on Wednesday met Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar post the shoot of her upcoming movie ‘Tejas’ in the national capital and raised the issue of “discrimination” against artistes outside the film industry.The ‘Queen’ actor took to her official social media handles and shared a picture wherein she is seen presenting flowers to the minister. “Today after the shoot got an opportunity to meet Honourable Minister Shri @PrakashJavdekar Ji, who discussed various issues especially discrimination against women and outsiders in the film industry. Thank you for your compassion, insight and guidance sir,” Kangana Ranaut wrote alongside the picture. https://twitter.com/KanganaTeam/status/1369667639686148111 Source: Social Media Kangana would be portraying the role of an IAF pilot in ‘Tejas’. The IAF was the first of the armed forces in the country to induct women into combat roles in 2016. The film takes inspiration…

Women’s Day is observed to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women Each year on March 8, International Women’s Day is observed to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Despite various challenges posed by society, women have proved their mettle in every sphere across the world.The seeds of International Women’s Day, which grew out of the labour movement to become an UN-recognised annual event, were planted all the way back in the year 1908 when 15,000 women marched through New York City demanding shorter working hours, better pay, and their right to vote. A year later it was the Socialist Party of America who declared the first National Woman’s Day. For decades the entertainment industry has also played its part in highlighting the gender-related issues that are usually swept under the carpet. Cinema at times, speaks the truth while depicting the reality of the society we live in…

Sanjay Leela Bhansali is an Indian film director, producer, and screenwriter who is known for delivering some of his notable works in Hindi cinema As one of the most celebrated Indian filmmakers, Sanjay Leela Bhansali turned 58 on Wednesday, several Bollywood stars including Sonam Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit, Katrina Kaif, and many others sent in wishes on social media.Wishing her ‘Devdas’ director, Bollywood’s Dhak-dhak’ girl took to her Twitter account and wrote, “I wish you a very happy birthday #SanjayLeelaBhansali. Working with you in #Devdas was such a delight & a fun experience. May you continue achieving cinematic excellence this year & always,” with a party popper emoticon.Bollywood fashionista Sonam Kapoor, who debuted in Indian cinema with Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s directorial ‘Saawariya’ also, sent birthday wishes to the ace filmmaker by sharing two throwback pictures with him on Instagram story. Alongside the pictures, she wrote, “Wishing you a very happy birthday Sanjay sir. Thank you for…

A host of Bollywood stars including Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Anupam Kher among others tweeted to wish fans on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti. As the nation commemorates the birth anniversary of legendary ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Bollywood stars on Friday paid tributes to the Maratha king on social media. Quoting a dialogue from his epic war drama, ‘Tanhaji’ in which he essayed the role of a Maratha warrior, actor Ajay Devgn took to Twitter and wrote in Hindi, “Har Maratha pagal hai swaraj ka, Shivaji raje ka, bhagve ka, Shivaji jayanti ki shubhakamnayein #ShivajiMaharaj.” 'हर मराठा पागल है स्वराज का, शिवाजी राजे का, भगवे का'शिवाजी जयंती की शुभकानाएं🙏🏼#ShivajiMaharaj— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) February 19, 2021 Bowing down on the feet of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Riteish Deshmukh took to Instagram and shared pictures as he sought blessings from the idol of the celebrated leader. He wrote in the caption, “Thrice we bow down in front of Chhatrapati…

The Bollywood celebrities expressed grief and took to their social media and praying for the safety of the people in Uttarakhand glacier burst. Several Bollywood celebrities expressed concern and sorrow following the glacier burst that took place in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli on Sunday. Celebrities including actors Kartik Aaryan, Raj Babbar, Kareena Kapoor, and several others took to social media to express grief. The B-town celebrities also said that they are praying for the safety of the people of Uttarakhand glacier burst.“Very disheartened to hear about the glacier burst in Chamoli. Praying for everyone’s safety. #Uttarakhand,” tweeted ‘Pati Patni Aur Woh’ actor. Very disheartened to hear about the glacier burst in Chamoli. Praying for everyone's safety.#Uttarakhand 🙏🏻🙏🏻— Kartik Aaryan (@TheAaryanKartik) February 8, 2021 Actor Aditi Rao Hydari also took to the micro-blogging platform and said, “My thoughts and prayers are with #Uttarakhand.” “Much gratitude to the bravehearts who are ensuring that the rescue operations continue unabated. Thank…

Jackie Shroff rang in his 64th birthday on Monday, stars including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Riteish Deshmukh, Anil Kapoor among others extended their warm wishes on social media to make the day special. By sharing a monochromatic picture of the birthday boy, the ‘Tashan’ star took to her Instagram Story and sent birthday greetings to Jackie Shroff. Kareena wrote alongside the picture, “To the swaggiest of them all, Happy birthday @apnabhidu.” Manisha Koirala took to Twitter and shared a picture of the ‘Ram Lakhan’ star as he planted a sapling. Calling him the best human being she worked with, the ‘Mann’ star extended birthday wishes. The best human being I have worked with @bindasbhidu ..your humbleness and kindness inspires many..I have always looked up to you from Saudagar days till now!! Many happy returns of the day dada and many many more to come 🤗🙏🏻💝 pic.twitter.com/39CU4Uibod— Manisha Koirala (@mkoirala) February 1, 2021 “The best human being…

Bollywood powerhouse Sushant Singh Rajput, who was fondly known for portraying diverse roles with perfection, passed away in June 2020 but his unforgettable charm lives on. Remembering the late actor on his 35th birth anniversary, many Bollywood celebrities took to social media to pay their tributes to him. While the star’s celebrity friends are sharing heartfelt messages on social media, his sister Shweta Singh Kirti announced a special scholarship fund in his memory. Sushant’s sister took to Instagram to announce that the Sushant Singh Rajput Memorial Fund for those aspiring to study Astrophysics has been set up at UC Berkeley. Shweta, in her caption, wrote that the fund is a step towards fulfilling the late actor’s dreams.Shweta also shared a collage of pictures with her brother, remembering him on his birth anniversary. Along with the post, she wrote, “Love you Bhai. You are part of me and will always remain so… #SushantDay.”Apart from Shweta, a…

Alia, Katrina, others extend birthday greetings to Deepika Padukone As the ‘Mastani’ of Bollywood, Deepika Padukone, turned 35 on Tuesday, several Bollywood actors, including Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif, extended warm wishes to her.Bhatt posted a monochrome close-up shot of the ‘Om Shanti Om’ star and termed her an “inspiration”. “Happy Birthday DP! You are, and you will always be an inspiration of beauty & strength inside out! & here’s to many many more random adventures together…..Love You,” she wrote along with the picture.Katrina Kaif also hopped on to her Instagram stories and posted a stunning picture of the birthday girl. Wish you a very happy birthday and a year full of abundant love, joy and success @deepikapadukone ❤ pic.twitter.com/vSbhbfIxSi— Renuka Shahane (@renukash) January 5, 2021 Source: Social Media “Happy happy happiest birthday to u @deepikapadukone Wishing u all the peace, love, and joy life has to offer,” Kaif wrote along with the picture.Southern star…

As he completed 10 years in Bollywood, actor Ranveer Singh on Thursday elaborated on his vision and said that he wants to leave a legacy behind. The ‘Simmba’ actor Ranveer Singh said that he is working every day to leave behind a legacy of filmography that he can be “proud of”. “Every day I am working towards leaving behind a legacy, a filmography that I can be proud of. Ranveer Singh wants to make a significant contribution to the arts and inspire other artists, the same way my senior artists have inspired me,” he said.“We all wish to be remembered in history. I think it’s natural for us societal humans,” he added. Source – Social Media The ‘Padmaavat,’ actor Ranveer Singh also said that he wants to be “remembered as a thorough entertainer.” I want to be remembered as a thorough entertainer, as a versatile actor, someone whose body of work constitutes some of the…

A day after celebrating his second wedding anniversary with his actor-singer wife Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Nick Jonas reminisces getting married to Priyanka Chopra in her ‘home country’ The ‘Sucker,’ singer took to Instagram to share a few pictures from his two-day-long wedding functions that took place at Rajasthan’s Umaid Bhawan Place. While one of the pictures captured the then newly married couple embracing as Nick is seen kissing Priyanka’s hands, the other one captures the royal attire of the husband-wife duo. Another one captured Priyanka’s beautiful bridal look as she holds the veil after getting ready for the grand event.Nick Jonas penned down a short and sweet caption about getting married to the ‘Baywatch’ star in “her home country” in the traditional “Hindu wedding”.“Two days, two weddings now two years. I was so honored to get to marry @priyankachopra in her home country, in a traditional Hindu wedding,” he wrote. Image Source – Social Media…

Amitabh Bachchan shares a glimpse of rangoli made by a fan to commemorate his 51 years in Bollywood to commemorate the ‘Don’ star’s major contribution to the Indian cinema. Bachchan, who is hosting the quiz show, shared a beautiful moment from the sets of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 12’ to thank his fan for amazing artwork, a tribute to Bachchan on completing 51 years in the film industry. On the occasion, the megastar’s fan gifted him a colorful rangoli with his face, name of his first film ‘Saat Hindustani’, and date of his movie release. In 1969 on November 7, Bachchan’s first film ‘Saat Hindustani’ had released, and to commemorate this memory the fan presented him the beautiful rangoli. T 3716 – जी नहीं ये painting नहीं है ,ये है 'रंगोली', और वो जिन्होंने इसको बनाया , मेरे 51 years फ़िल्म industry में ! 'रंगोली' के नीचे लिखा , Saat Hindustani , 7 Nov 1969 जिस…

Deepika celebrating her debut movie on Twitter as ‘Shantipriya’ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: Farah Khan Kunder directorial ‘Om Shanti Om’, which was released in 2007, has completed 13 years today. With this, actor Deepika Padukone is also celebrating 13 years of her debut in Bollywood as the diva marked her entry in films on November 9, 2007, with ‘Om Shanti Om’.Padukone had a double role opposite Shah Rukh Khan in ‘Om Shanti Om’ – Shantipriya and Sandhya aka Sandy after her reincarnation. To celebrate the same, Padukone changed her Twitter display picture to her character ‘Shantipriya’ in ‘Om Shanti Om’. She also switched her DP with Shah Rukh from the song ‘Dhoom Taana’. #DeepikaPadukone completes 13 years in Bollywood: Wishes galore on Twitter for the ‘queen of hearts’ – https://t.co/lTva9Uf05f— Pinkvilla (@pinkvilla) November 9, 2020 Helmed by Farah Khan, the revenge-cum-reincarnation flick was a hit at the box-office.Apart from SRK, and Padukone, the movie also stars…

Deepika Padukone’s deal with Louis Vuitton is her first ambassador role for a luxury label Deepika Padukone is going places.  After having secured a place amongst the top most stars of Bollywood, the actor has now been roped in by none other than fashion house Louis Vuitton as its ambassador. This is not a small achievement for Deepika as she is the first ever Indian ambassador for the French luxury house. The Indian actor will now be seen in a handbag campaign by Louis Vuitton, alongside two other actors of global repute – Emma Stone and Chinese actor Zhou Dongyu. The three will be seen in a series of promotional shots of the new handbag campaign. Deepika, who is 36 years old at the moment, has had a fair amount of success in Bollywood after having portrayed vivid roles in a career that has seen many box office successes. Though she has been formally roped…

Kareena will be seen making her OTT splash through the film based on Japanese author Keigo Higashino’s novel, ‘The Devotion of Suspect X’ The OTT arena is blossoming. With many film makers and actors opting more and more for the OTT route, the scene is getting vibrant than ever before. The latest on that front has all in it to thrill the fans of Bollywood’s much loved actor Kareena Kapoor Khan. Kareena is gearing up for an OTT splash through a murder mystery to be helmed by much-applauded film maker Sujoy Ghosh. The film is yet to be named, but we hear that it would be based on Japanese author Keigo Higashino’s novel, ‘The Devotion of Suspect X’. With Sujoy Ghosh, who had earlier presented awesome flicks such as Kahaani and Badla, has already begun work on the film. With Kareena being roped in for the film, the enthusiasm among fans has grown manifold. Besides…