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Madhuri eyes director's chair, just not today
Madhuri Dixit discussed her career and potential future plans in an interview. The actress, famous for decades of work, said she might consider directing someday but does not feel prepared right now. She mentioned that her forty years of experience, having worked with many directors, provide a foundation, but the timing is not right. Comparing her early days in films like Abodh to now, like with Mrs Deshpande, she noted how much more organized film sets have become. She pointed out that only a few producers, such as Yash Chopra and Subhash Ghai, had very structured sets back then. Today, actors receive scripts in advance, have amenities like trailers, and do extensive preparation for their roles, a contrast to the less planned, more...
Zeenat's on-screen crushes, fleeting but fiery
Zeenat Aman and Helen shared some stories on a TV show. They were on Indian Idol, talking with host Aditya Narayan. Helen said she was really quiet on sets back in the day. She would just sit in a corner with a book. People apparently joked that she stared at everyone like they were furniture. Zeenat Aman talked about her early career and had a picture of Dev Anand come up. She admitted she used to get little crushes on her co-stars when filming romantic songs. She clarified these were brief things, lasting maybe a couple of days before moving on to the next project and the next minor infatuation.
Jugal Hansraj flips festive switch, suit up and shine
Jugal Hansraj posted a holiday photo of himself in a suit on Instagram. He said his festive mode was on. The actor, known from movies like Mohabbatein with Shah Rukh Khan, is 53. He started as a kid in the film Masoom. Beyond acting, he directed films including Pyaar Impossible and wrote a kids' book. More recently, he was in the teen movie Nadaaniyan with newcomers Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor.
Mom-daughter dance moves, happiness is hereditary
Isha Koppikar just dumped another mom-daughter video online. Her kid, Rianna, is in it. They were basically dancing in a train aisle to that Pitbull Fireball track. She posted it on her Instagram with some caption about happy families and mom-daughter vibes. Looked like they were on some kind of trip. People in the comments were just spamming about how cute it is. No surprise there. Koppikar does this a lot with her daughter. She also posted a different clip recently where she was eating after a workout. She told her kid that building abs happens in your kitchen, not the gym. She went on about protein, carbs, and avocado on her plate, calling it a recharge moment and real self-care. The whole thing was a lecture on nutrition being key...
Maanvi calls out double standards in judging women’s choices
An actress criticized the constant social judgment targeting women. She questioned why female choices around drinking or partying face scrutiny while male actions, even unlawful ones, escape similar criticism. She argued for basic equality between genders before debating the fairness of any judgment. She plays a blunt, witty character navigating career and friendship in a popular streaming series. The show's fourth and final season recently premiered. The ensemble cast includes several well-known performers and some new additions. Previous seasons were met with positive audience and critical reception.
Sparsh calls South debut with Naga Chaitanya pure magic
An actor is thoroughly enjoying his work on a new Telugu film. He called the experience an absolute treat, praising his co-star Naga Chaitanya and the welcoming nature of the industry. He highlighted the director, Karthik Dandu, as a creative genius who allows performers freedom. He acknowledged a language barrier as he learns Telugu, but said it does not hinder the collaborative process on set. He described the overall journey as pure magic, though remaining secretive about his specific role. The actor first gained fame from a popular television drama. His recent projects include a Netflix series about scams and a comedy film about two switched brides. That particular movie was India's selection for a major international awards...
Nia ditches glam, rocks a bare face, and dark circles proudly
A television actress says she is done with heavy glamour. After a month packed with styled hair and professional makeup, she now prefers her natural look. She posted online about a persistent skin breakout before a shoot, joking that it made her face resemble a road hazard. She stated the recent overload of beauty treatments made her appreciate her bare face, messy hair, and even dark circles. She claimed she feels confident enough now to attend formal red carpet events without any makeup or styling. Her recent TV work includes a comedy cooking show and a fantasy series where she portrayed a witch. She is known for several popular serials and won a celebrity stunt competition a few years back. She has also appeared in digital series.
King Charles to watch Chadha’s Christmas Karma this holiday
A director is celebrating a royal screening for her holiday film. King Charles will watch the movie at his seasonal gathering. She shared a video online after meeting him, where he expressed his anticipation for seeing the drama. She noted the King even jokingly asked one of her actors if she was a competent director. She stated the film's optimistic message about hope aligns with his charitable work through a trust he supports. A young actor with a genetic condition also spoke with the King about associated charity efforts. The director dedicated the project to younger generations feeling distressed by current world events, emphasizing themes of empathy for the season. The movie, featuring a large ensemble cast, was released in...
Kabir meets cricket-obsessed kids in magical Kashmir valley
A filmmaker met a young fan of a famous cricketer while visiting Kashmir. The girl, named Aru, asked him to relay a message to player Smriti Mandhana, calling her a favorite. He posted pictures from the encounter online, hoping the athlete would see them. He also shared images of local boys playing cricket with a mountain stream as their boundary, noting that a hit ball would travel far down to a river. The cricketer did see the post and responded. She requested that the director give the girl a big hug and said she was cheering for her as well. Separately, the filmmaker recently praised an actor for a best actor win at an awards show. He called the performer's dedication in a challenging biographical role exemplary, celebrating his...
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