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Shriya Pilgaonkar is basking in the success of her latest offering Taaza Khabar 2 . The show also stars Bhuvan Bam , veteran actor Jaaved Jaaferi, Prathamesh Parab, Deven Bhojani and Shilpa Shukla. In a conversation with NDTV, Shriya opened up about how the audience recognises her for playing strong characters and added how it comes off as a huge achievement for actors when fans know you for your character. Shriya Pilgaonkar said, "I've been very fortunate to have played very interesting and exciting women on screen. These characters are strong yet vulnerable. Early in my career, I received so much love for my roles, and I'm recognized by the characters I portray. I think it's a huge compliment when people know you for the characters you play. For me, the goal when choosing my roles or projects is to focus on subjects or stories that offer the opportunity to explore and uncover the different layers of the characters. I enjoy working across all genres, and I appreciat...

Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty will receive this year's Dadasaheb Phalke Award , India's highest film honour given by the government. The three-time National Award winner dedicated the award to those who have supported him throughout his career. Reacting to the big news, the actor told news agency ANI, "I can only say that I dedicate this award to my family and all my fans around the world. Where I come from, from a blind alley in Kolkata, I never imagined that a boy from the footpath could receive such a big honour." He added, "I'm literally dumbfounded. Trust me, I can neither smile nor cry from happiness because a man from literally nowhere, a nobody, has made it. This proves what I always tell my fans and those who aren't financially strong: if I can make it, then you can too." Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the news on X (formerly Twitter). He wrote, "Mithun Da's remarkable cinematic journey inspires generations. Honour...

Samir Soni is celebrating his 56th birthday today, September 29. On this special occasion, the actor received the most adorable wish from his wife, actress Neelam Kothari . She shared a carousel of snaps on social media, featuring a sweet selfie of the couple, a solo shot of Samir on a horse and some heartwarming family portraits with their daughter, Ahana Soni. The heartfelt tribute beautifully captures their cherished moments together. In the caption, Neelam wrote, “Happy birthday Husband. Have a super year with good health, success and always shine ..Love you always.”  Reacting to the post, Sangeeta Bijlani also shared her birthday wish for Samir. She wrote, “Happy birthday Samir Soni.” Neelam's Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives co-star, Maheep Kapoor said, “Happy birthday Samir.”  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Neelam (@neelamkotharisoni) Neelam Kothari often shares glimpses of family time on social media. In...

Devara: Part 1 has been roaring at the box office. It has already crossed the ₹100 crore mark. On day 2, the action-drama earned ₹40 crore in the domestic market, according to a report by Sacnilk . Directed by Koratala Siva, the film recorded an impressive 65.23% Telugu occupancy on its first Saturday. So far, Devara: Part 1 has minted a total of ₹122.5 crore across all languages, the report added. The film features Jr NTR in dual roles as Devara and Varadha, with Janhvi Kapoor portraying Thangam and Saif Ali Khan playing the antagonist, Bhaira. The cast also includes Shruti Marathe, Zarina Wahab and Talluri Rameswari. Devara: Part 1 is produced by Yuvasudha Arts and NTR Arts. Devara: Part 1 marks the Telugu debut of Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor. At the trailer launch of the film in Mumbai, Saif talked about his experience of working with Jr NTR. He said, "Tarak [Jr NTR] is a very easy-going person who wears his stardom lightly, which I like. Offset, he's a very frie...

It was a night to remember for megastar Chiranjeevi at the first edition of the IIFA Utsavam , an event dedicated to southern film industries - Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada. The film veteran received Outstanding Achievement In Indian Cinema Award for this stupendous contribution to motion pictures. The official Instagram handle of IIFA shard a clip of Chiranjeevi receiving the award from Hindi film veteran Shabana Azmi and legendary lyricist Javed Akhtar. The caption on the video read, "An iconic moment at IIFA Utsavam 2024! Chiranjeevi receives the Outstanding Achievement in Indian Cinema award from the legendary Javed Akhtar. A celebration of excellence, legacy, and the magic of storytelling." Check out the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by IIFA Utsavam (@iifautsavam) Chiranjeevi, who debuted on the big screen in 1978, has acted in over 150 films. He has featured in several hit movies some of whi...

British film legend Maggie Smith died at the age of 89 on Friday. Her collection of accolades included two Oscars, four Emmys among many others. However, for Harry Potter fans, she will also be the beloved Hogwarts Professor McGonagall. Maggie Smith's Harry Potter co-stars, united with grief, paid tributes to her. Daniel Radcliffe, who famously featured as the 'chosen one' in the films, shared a statement with Entertainment Weekly remembering his co-star. "The first time I met Maggie Smith I was 9 years old and we were reading through scenes for David Copperfield, which was my first job. I knew virtually nothing about her other than that my parents were awestruck at the fact that I would be working with her," he said. Emma Watson, who starred as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter films, wrote, "When I was younger I had no idea of Maggie's legend - the woman I was fortunate to share space with. It is only as I've become an adult that I've c...

Packed with relentless action and sweeping visual spectacle but devoid of genuine emotion, Devara: Part 1 (Hindi) is strictly for fans of movies that, in the absence of a solidly original concept, seek to thrive on their epic scale, the star power at their disposal and an array of swords, scythes and short-blade scimitars. The film, set in the last two decades of the twentieth century, seeks to make up for what it lacks by way of storytelling sharpness with its technical flourish. But, barring a scene here or a shot there, it does not exactly soar to the heights one would expect from a production of this magnitude. Apart from its stilted, even corny, dialogues, the film's biggest undoing is its rather tame, done-to-death good-versus-evil construct created around four villages nestled in a mountain that overlooks a shark-infested sea. The region has a history of violence and its inhabitants treat their weapons as God. The villagers inhabit a vast, fevered and bloody landscape in...

The trailer of Ballerina is out and it delivers a thrilling glimpse into the action-packed world of the John Wick universe with Ana de Armas stepping into the spotlight as Eve Macarro, a Ruska Roman ballerina on a relentless quest for vengeance. Set between the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum and John Wick: Chapter 4 , this spinoff promises to deepen the lore surrounding its fierce female assassin, previously seen in a brief cameo. The trailer teases Eve's harrowing backstory -  her family was brutally murdered by a group of hitmen - and showcases her formidable combat skills. From slicing through foes with an ice skate to wielding a flamethrower, Ana de Armas' role looks intense. The action sequences look as exhilarating as fans have come to expect from the franchise, blending graceful ballet moves with brutal fighting scenes. Perhaps the most exciting moment comes at the end when Eve crosses paths with none other than John Wick himself, portrayed by Keanu R...

Bipasha Basu once revealed that she almost turned vegetarian for a person she was once dating when she was 15. In an old Times Entertainment interview, Bipasha said that she also thought of wearing only salwar-kameez . "Ask anyone who has dated me. In fact, ask my mom. I once wanted to turn vegetarian from being a hardcore carnivore, for love. I even told my mom that I was only going to wear salwar-kameez! She almost fainted. I've always been a spaghetti-and-shorts kinda person. I was 15 then, of course," Bipasha said. She added, "No man can tell me what to wear anymore," Bipasha Basu said in an old interview. Bipasha Basu is best-known for her roles in films such as Dhoom 2, Jism, Phir Hera Pheri, Dum Maaro Dum, Race, Omkara, Bachna Ae Haseeno and Raaz , among others. The actress was a supermodel before entering films. She was also a presenter of the TV show Darr Sabko Lagta Hai . She made her Bollywood debut with Ajnabee in 2001. In the 2018 film Welcome...

As anticipation builds for the upcoming project NBK109 , starring the legendary Nandamuri Balakrishna , actress Urvashi Rautela has opened up about her experience working with the veteran actor. Known for his impressive body of work, Nandamuri Balakrishna 's career has not been without its share of controversies. However, the actress' perspective sheds light on a different facet of the actor. In an interview with NDTV's Hardika Gupta, she said, "My experience working with Nandamuri Balakrishna on our upcoming project NBK109 has been incredibly positive. While there have been various opinions and statements about him in the media, my interactions with him have been nothing short of professional and respectful." Urvashi Rautela spoke about the professionalism and dedication the veteran star brings to the set. "Nandamuri Balakrishna is a legendary actor with a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to his craft. On set, he has been focused, dedicated, and ...

Arijit Singh is currently on his UK tour and a new video from one of his recent concerts has gone viral. In the clip, the singer intervenes on behalf of a fan who was grabbed by security while trying to approach the stage. In the video, a woman approaches the stage during Arijit's performance. When security tries to stop her, she explains that the singer is calling for her. Despite this, the guards restrain her by grabbing her neck. Noticing the situation, Arijit addresses the crowd, saying, "It's not fair to grab somebody like that," while gesturing towards the woman's neck. He then requests the audience to "please sit down" and apologises to the woman, stating, "I am really sorry, ma'am. I wish I was there to protect you, but I could not. Please sit down." This is not fair said @arijitsingh When security grabbed a fan girl by the neck.. on the spot Arijit Singh said the guard. ❤️ #UK Concert. Follow uss for more Updates. @Atmojoarj...

Brace yourselves, as Bigg Boss is set to return for its 18th season. Hosted by Salman Khan, the reality show will be premiering on October 6. Ahead of its release, the makers have dropped an intriguing promo on their Instagram feed. In the video, a suited-up Salman Khan takes the audience through some BTS clips from the sets. The background voice says, “ Iss baar Bigg Boss jaante hai ghrawalon ka future (This time, Bigg Boss knows the future of the housemates).” The clip shows the crew members busy with the shooting, production and editing tasks. There are several references to the concept of time as well in the promo as this year the theme of Bigg Boss is Time Ka Tandav.  Standing in front of the green screen, Salman Khan speaks about Bigg Boss' iconic eye logo. “ Yeh aankh dekhti bhi thhi aur dikhati bhi thhi. Par sirf aaj ka hal. Yeh aisi ankh likha jayega itihaas ka pal, dekhegi yeh aane waala kal. Yeh janegi har niyat joh kal bigredi. Dekho, aab hoga Time Ka Tandav (This...

Hrithik Roshan and Kiara Advani are currently shooting for War 2  in Italy. Several pictures and videos from the shoot have been circulating on social media. Needless to say, they are already viral. In one set of images, Hrithik and Kiara can be seen walking hand-in-hand. They can be seen sharing mushy moments on the streets of Italy. Hrithik can be seen wearing a blue shirt over a white t-shirt paired with denims. Kiara looks pretty in a pink dress. In a video shared by a fan page, Kiara can be seen dancing around Hrithik. Take a look at the pictures here: OMFG !!!! ? pic.twitter.com/M5t9AXT0Dr — ℝ ? ? ℍ ? (@Broken__Bad__) September 24, 2024 ICYMI, this is the video we are talking about: Hrithik X Kiara ? They are looking so fresh and awesome together ? #WAR2 #HrithikRoshan #KiaraAdvani pic.twitter.com/VXLaQ4iuDP — Anand Abhirup ? ? ? (@SanskariGuruji) September 24, 2024 A couple of days ago, Hrithik Roshan shared a picture of himself on his Instagram feed. I...