Director Rumy Jaffery opens up on how Amitabh Bachchan did his film 'Chehre' for free and how he also paid for his own travel and accommodation. 'Chehre' also starred
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Sushmita Sen, crowned Miss Universe in 1994, shared the rigorous training and challenges faced at 18. Despite severe illnesses like chickenpox and malaria, she honored her commitments, emphasizing the importance of work ethic and resilience learned during her reign.
Anurag Kashyap praised the British miniseries 'Adolescence' for its singular take scenes and performances by Owen Cooper and co-creator Stephen Graham. However, he criticized the same OTT platform's double standards and lack of empathy post-'Sacred Games', citing their focus on subscriptions over creativity. Kashyap hopes Indian content will get the recognition it deserves in the future.
Aamir Khan believes every generation will create its own stars and that change is inevitable with time. He emphasizes that the stardom era will evolve beyond the '90s stars like himself, Shah Rukh Khan, and Salman Khan. The three Khans have discussed a joint film project, and their respective upcoming films include Sitaare Zameen Par, Sikandar, and King.
Madhuri Dixit praised Raveena Tandon’s daughter, Rasha Thadani, for her dance skills, suggesting her for an Ek Do Teen remake. Rasha debuted in Bollywood with Azaad, impressing with her performance. She recently celebrated her 20th birthday with a star-studded party, and Raveena marked the occasion with a heartfelt Instagram post.
Leonardo DiCaprio evacuated Los Angeles wildfires using a private jet with his girlfriend and parents, leading to backlash. His environmental advocacy was questioned on social media despite his history of supporting eco-friendly initiatives. Other celebrities were affected, with some losing homes and others contributing in relief efforts.
Meenakshi Seshadri, despite a brief Bollywood career, left an indelible mark with films like Hero and Ghatak. She frequently collaborated with Anil Kapoor and Sunny Deol, with notable films including Dacait and Vijay. Her on-screen chemistry, particularly with Deol, remains memorable. Seshadri's professional approach to controversial scenes reflects her commitment to her craft.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas returns to Indian cinema, starring opposite Mahesh Babu in 'SSMB29', directed by SS Rajamouli. The adventure film is set in the Amazon rainforest with a global theme, featuring Priyanka in a strong action role. Production begins in April 2025 with an ambitious budget and international actors, including Prithviraj Sukumaran.
Naga Chaitanya clarifies that both he and Samantha Ruth Prabhu have moved on gracefully post-divorce. He questions the criticism faced over his second marriage to Sobhita Dhulipala while highlighting mutual respect between them. Additionally, Samantha's rumored relationship with Raj Nidimoru remains unconfirmed.
The Kapoor family embraced the New Year, 2025 together, giving fans some glorious glimpses from their celebration. The cosy festivities featured Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Raha Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, Riddhima’s husband, Bharat Sahni, their daughter, Samara Sahni, and Alia’s mother, Soni Razdan, posing with great joy and pride.