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Sayani Gupta grows out her chop, no extensions—just patience
Actress Sayani Gupta discussed her decision to grow out her hair after a lifetime of short styles for various acting roles. She posted a video on Instagram showing her long black hair, mentioning a childhood admiration for the long, glossy hair seen in classic shampoo commercials. Gupta clarified she does not use hair extensions, crediting the growth to patience and the encouragement of her hairstylists over many years. Her recent work includes appearing in the third season of Delhi Crime and the final season of Four More Shots Please. The former series features Shefali Shah as a determined police officer leading high-pressure investigations, noted for its authentic and emotionally intense portrayal of law enforcement. The latter show...
'Draupathi 2' rumored for January, swords and empires ready
Rumors suggest the historical drama Draupathi 2 will premiere in late January. While not officially confirmed, director Mohan G Kshatriyan retweeted a post stating this date, adding weight to the speculation. The film is a Tamil-Telugu production from Chola Chakravarthy's Netaji Productions and G. M Film Corporation. Set in the fourteenth century, the plot involves the reign of Hoysala emperor Veera Vallalar III, the Kadavarayas clan's resistance, and the regional upheaval caused by Mughal incursions. The first look featured actress Rakshana Induchoodan in the title role, portraying a figure of cultural strength and authority. The cast includes Richard Rishi, cinematographer actor Natti Natraj, Y. G. Mahendran, and Nadodigal Barani...
Ameesha Patel skipped Vinod Khanna’s call, books over Bollywood then
Actress Ameesha Patel explained why she rejected a part in the movie Himalay Putra, which was Akshaye Khanna's first film. She mentioned that veteran actor Vinod Khanna personally asked her parents to cast her. At that time, however, Patel was studying in the United States and had zero interest in acting, preferring to focus entirely on her academics. She and her family decided to decline the offer. Patel later worked with Vinod Khanna on two other films, and also with his brother Rahul and cousin Karan. Commenting on Akshaye Khanna's recent popularity from the project Dhurandhar, she stressed that his current recognition is not a sudden phenomenon. She pointed out it actually results from three decades of persistent effort, now making...
Guru Randhawa mourns Ustad Puran Shah Koti, calling him a forever legend
Punjabi singer Guru Randhawa shared a tribute for the late musician Ustad Puran Shah Koti, who recently passed away after a long illness. Randhawa posted a nostalgic clip on Instagram showing the legend playing harmonium during a jam session. He wrote that Koti would be remembered forever for his huge impact on music and the artists he mentored, calling him a permanent legend. Koti, who was seventy two years old, once lived humbly in Shahkot within Jalandhar, teaching music from a small hut. His students included major industry names like Hans Raj Hans, Jasbir Jassi, and Sabar Koti. His son, Master Saleem, also a noted Punjabi musician, announced a prayer meeting for his father in Jalandhar. Koti had previously shared a photo online...
Priya Banerjee shares screen with hubby, kisses included
Priya Banerjee discussed her experience filming a cameo with her husband, Prateik Smita Patil, for the final season of Four More Shots Please. She said the decision was spontaneous and made just for fun, following their wedding, which gained online attention. Banerjee explained that Patil encouraged her to join the project, noting it would be enjoyable to participate in one of his well-known shows. She described the motivation as wanting the excitement of sharing a particular scene with him on camera. The couple previously appeared together at a fashion event last October, walking the runway in coordinated white outfits. Patil told the media that sharing the ramp with his wife provided a unique sense of comfort and happiness he does...
Taimur’s Messi bash has Bebo beaming, no goats needed
Kareena Kapoor shared a look at her son Taimur Ali Khan's ninth birthday party, which had a Lionel Messi theme. The Instagram story photo showed decorations with blue and white balloons, one set wishing a happy birthday to Tim and another displaying Messi's iconic number ten. This followed a recent visit by the football legend to India, which Kapoor attended with Taimur and his younger brother Jehangir. The family previously marked the occasion with a sports-themed celebration last year. For his current birthday, the decor drew from Messi's celebrated history with FC Barcelona, creating a clean and athletic aesthetic. Kapoor had earlier posted about meeting Messi, showing her sons wearing jerseys referencing the player and his national...
Arun Vijay splits into two, one fights death, and one loves Andre
The action film Retta Thala starring Arun Vijay has been cleared for release with a U/A rating by the Central Board of Film Certification. Production company BTG Universal announced the certification and confirmed a worldwide Christmas release date. The movie is directed by Krish Thirukumaran and features music by Sam CS. Ahead of the premiere, lead actors Arun Vijay and Siddhi Idnani visited a temple in Salem to seek blessings. Arun Vijay performs two roles in the film, one named Malpe Upendra and another called Kali. The plot involves a romantic connection between one of his characters and Siddhi Idnani's character, Andre. A trailer hints at a revenge storyline, triggered by Tanya Ravichandran's character offering a blank cheque for...
Abhishek Bachchan calls hairstylist Aalim family, not just a genius
Abhishek Bachchan recently noted a longstanding family connection with celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim. He explained that Hakim's father once cut the hair of Bachchan's own father, megastar Amitabh Bachchan, and even performed Abhishek's childhood mundan ceremony. The actor called Aalim Hakim a genius and the greatest hairstylist, highlighting a professional bond that has lasted across generations. Bachchan was last seen in the film Kaalidhar Laapata, a Hindi remake where he played the lead role of Kaalidhar. That movie followed a man with a degenerative disease who runs away to a fair and befriends a young orphan. His next project is an action thriller titled King, directed by Siddharth Anand. That film stars Shah Rukh Khan and his...
Ahan Shetty drops 5 kilos, skips cheat days for soldier cred
Ahan Shetty dropped about eleven pounds for his part in the upcoming film Border 2. He described a strict high-protein and healthy fat diet, with very few carbohydrates, to get a lean soldier's physique. Shetty said the meal plan required precise timing with his training and filming schedule, admitting to zero cheat days during the shoot to achieve an authentic and functional look for his role as a Navy officer. The actor filmed at the real National Defence Academy in Khadakwasla, Pune, calling the experience physically hard but deeply impactful on his performance. The movie is directed by Anurag Singh and produced by Bhushan Kumar alongside JP Dutta and Nidhi Dutta. Its cast includes Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Medha...
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