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Shahid Kapoor recently celebrated the 15th anniversary of his iconic film “Kaminey” by sharing a montage video featuring memorable snippets from the movie on Instagram. The film, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj and released in 2009, showcased Shahid in dual roles as the twins Charlie and Guddu. Shahid’s Instagram post, captioned “Fifteen years of Kaminey!”, sparked a wave of nostalgia among fans and fellow actors, with many praising his performance and calling the film a classic.

“Kaminey” was a significant film in Shahid Kapoor’s career, as it allowed him to display his range as an actor, portraying two very different characters with distinct speech impediments one with a lisp and the other with a stutter. The film, set against the gritty backdrop of the Mumbai underworld, was lauded for its unique storytelling, strong performances, and an unforgettable soundtrack composed by Vishal Bhardwaj with lyrics by Gulzar. Songs like “Dhan Te...

Shahid Kapoor has recently updated his fans about his forthcoming film Deva by sharing a new poster on Instagram. In the poster, Shahid presents a rugged look, holding a gun, dressed in a white T-shirt, denim jeans, sunglasses, and a police jacket, set against a smoky background. Shahid will portray the role of a cop in the film.

Deva was initially slated for release in October this year but will now premiere on February 14, 2025. Shahid captioned the poster, “Get ready for a Violent Valentine’S Day. Deva, releasing in theaters on 14th Feb 2025!” This announcement has sparked excitement among fans and fellow actors.

Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif made a stylish entry at the Bad Newz premiere; Fan says, It seems she has conceived

Shahid’s brother, Ishaan Khatter, reacted with firecracker and fire emojis, while other fans expressed their anticipation, with one commenting on the high standard set by...

Actor Pavail Gulati has expressed gratitude for the love he has received for his 2022 romantic web series ‘Faadu’, sharing that he ‘cannot confirm’ anything regarding the sequel of the show, adding that he is excited about the prospect of collaborating with Saiyami Kher and director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari once again.

If the show is returning for season two, Pavail, who last featured in the movie ‘Goodbye’, said: “I am humbled by the love and support we received for ‘Faadu’. While I cannot confirm anything at this time, I am excited about the prospect of collaborating with Saiyami and Ashwiny once again. I’m sure we can bring the magic of season one to the story to take it forward from where it was left off earlier.”

A source closer to the series added: “The chemistry between Pavail and Saiyami was a highlight of the first season, and we would love...

Mira Rajput, wife of Bollywood superstar Shahid Kapoor, on Saturday, gave a glimpse of her husband’s “staring contest” with her brother-in-law Ishaan Khatter. An avid social media user, Mira took to the Stories section and shared an adorable peek, wherein the actor-brothers Shahid and Ishaan are playfully staring at each other.

Shahid can be seen lying on the bed, wearing a plain white T-shirt, while Ishaan is standing on the other side and smiling.

Mira captioned the post: “Staring contest.”

Shahid married Mira in July 2015. The couple have two kids– daughter Misha and son Zain.

The ‘Kabir Singh’ fame star is the son of actors Pankaj Kapur and Neliima Azeem. His parents got divorced when he was three years old. His mother, Neliima, later married actor Rajesh Khattar, and they have a son, Ishaan.

On the professional front, Shahid is shooting for the upcoming adrenaline-pumping action thriller, ‘Deva’ in Mumbai.

Actor Pavail Gulati said it has been a “joy” working with Shahid Kapoor, with whom he bonded over fitness and health discussions on the sets of their upcoming film ‘Deva’.

Pavail shared, “It’s been a joy to work alongside Shahid. We’ve bonded over our mutual interests, particularly in fitness and health discussions. Collaborating with someone who shares similar passions and brings such dedication to the craft has been incredible.”

“Our journey on the ‘Deva’ set has been immensely rewarding,” he said.

In ‘Deva’, Pavail takes on the role of a police officer, and the first phase of filming has wrapped up.

Expressing gratitude for their growing bond, Pavail acknowledges Shahid’s warmth and commitment.

“Beyond our characters, Shahid’s dedication has made every moment on set memorable. We’ve built a connection that goes beyond the screen, and I’m grateful for the chance to collaborate with him on ‘Deva’,” he said.

Actor Shahid Kapoor, who is shooting for his upcoming adrenaline-pumping action thriller, ‘Deva’ on Friday treated his fans to another intense glimpse from the movie, calling it his ‘aaj ka mood’.

Last seen in the science fiction romantic comedy ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya’, Shahid took to Instagram, where he enjoys 46.7 million followers, and dropped an intense click from behind the scenes.

In the black and white snap, we can see Shahid looking away from the camera, while he is sitting in a car. He is sporting sunglasses.

The post is captioned as: “Aaj ka Mood! #hard #Deva #behindthescenes”.

The movie stars Pooja Hegde and Pavail Gulati.

‘Deva’ is directed by Rosshan Andrrews; Zee Studios and Roy Kapur Films are the producers.

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Mumbai, April 14 (Ians) Shahid Kapoor on Sunday dropped a sneak peek into his workout routine, along with his brother and actor Ishaan Khatter.

Shahid is the son of actors Pankaj Kapur and Neliima Azeem. His parents got divorced when he was three-year-old. His mother, Neliima, later married actor Rajesh Khattar, and they have a son, Ishaan.

Taking to Instagram, the ‘Kabir Singh’ fame actor shared a string of photos, wherein Shahid and Ishaan are posing with their backs towards the camera, flaunting their toned and chiselled biceps.

Shahid is wearing a black sleeveless T-shirt and matching joggers, while Ishaan is sporting a white T-shirt.

The last picture is a selfie of Shahid, flaunting his muscles.

The ‘Jersey’ actor captioned the post: “Brothers in arms!! #sundayworkout.”

A user commented: “Shahid baby is on fire,” while another fan wrote: “Bhai Farzi 2 Kabhi release hoga”.

A user said: “My handsome boy”.

On the professional front,...

Actress Taapsee Pannu, tied the nuptial knot with her long-time partner, the Badminton player Mathias Boe in Udaipur last month. Now, the glimpses from their wedding ceremony have surfaced on the Internet.

In a video, which is being widely circulated on social media, Taapsee, dressed in a red coloured Punjabi wedding outfit, can be seen walking towards Mathias as she dances to the Punjabi folk song ‘Chitta Kukkar’ playing in the background.

The track is Pakistani Punjabi wedding folk song, and has over the years been used in different renditions. The most recent is the rendition used in the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer ‘Animal’ titled ‘Saari Duniya Jalaa Denge’.

In the video, Taapsee dances in swag wearing a pair of sunglasses over the wedding outfit, and gets up on the stage to hug her husband. Taapsee’s sister Shagun Pannu and their gang of girls walked with the bride.

As the two embrace each other,...

Shahid Kapoor has shared a glimpse of his ‘normal Saturday’ with mommy Neliima Azeem, and it is just filled with cuteness. Shahid is the son of actors Pankaj Kapur and Neliima. His parents got divorced when he was three years old.

Taking to Instagram Stories, Shahid, who was last seen in ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya’ shared a boomerang video, wherein we can see Neliima making cute funny faces, while she relaxes on a couch in the balcony.

The post is captioned as: “Just another normal Saturday with Mommy!!”

On the professional front, Shahid is currently shooting for the new schedule of his upcoming adrenaline-pumping action thriller, ‘Deva’ in Mumbai. The movie also features Pooja Hegde and Pavail Gulati.

‘Deva’ is directed by Rosshan Andrrews; Zee Studios and Roy Kapur Films are the producers.

Taapsee Pannu’s love for saree is unmissable, as the actress has often worn and given a touch of modernity to the nine-yard wonder with sneakers during her international trips. However this time she professed her affection and hoped that it never ends.

Taapsee took to Instagram and shared a string of pictures, where she can be seen wearing a deconstructed version of a saree.

The actress wore a fusion style drape saree with pants and a coat. She completed her look with stilettos, minimum make-up and her hair neatly-tied into a braid.

For the caption, Taapsee wrote: “Hope this romance with saree never ends…”

The actress also added a song titled ‘Baagay’ by Hari and Sukhmani to the photo.

This is the first post that comes after reports of Taapsee tying the knot with her longtime beau Mathias Boe in an intimate ceremony.

It was reported that Taapsee tied...

Taapsee Pannu & Mathias Boe Are Rumored To Be Already Married ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Taapsee Pannu and her badminton legend boyfriend, Mathias Boe, have been grabbing headlines since Holi. Rumors suggest that the couple have tied the knot and are already Mr & Mrs. They might announce their wedding soon to the world, followed by a grand reception for friends and extended family. Their official unison makes a couple worth a whopping 171 crore.

A few days ago, actor Pavail Gulati, Taapsee’s co-star from Thappad, posted a picture partying with the couple and some other guests. Since then, rumors of the wedding have taken over B’town. Another picture from Holi shows Tapsee drenched in Gulaal with a hint of a little sindoor-styled tika that further fuelled the fire.

Taapsee Pannu and Mathias Boe met during a badminton league where Tapsee was the brand ambassador while the sportsman was coaching the team.

Mumbai, March 27 (Ians) On the occasion of World Theatre Day on Wednesday, actors Pavail Gulati, Sunny Hinduja and Akshay Oberoi have spoken about why theatre is important and what they have learnt from it.

For ‘Thappad’ actor Pavail Gulati, who has studied in the National School of Drama and Whistling Woods, it was “confidence” that he by doing theatre.

He told Ians: “Performing in front of a live audience and getting feedback at the same time is the biggest high for an actor. Going from being nervous with sweaty palms to confident on stage knowing you can fail anytime, is what theatre gave me.”

“It gives me the confidence to fail and succeed cause no show ever goes the same. It’s got its ups and downs and down just like in real life,” he added.

Actor Sunny Hinduja, who has worked in projects such as ‘Aspirants’, ‘The Family Man...

Actress Taapsee Pannu, who is known for ‘Baby’, ‘Pink’, ‘Manmarziyaan’ and others, has married her long-term boyfriend, Mathias Boe.

The two reportedly tied the nuptial knot in Udaipur on Saturday.

As per media reports, the ceremonies began on Wednesday. Their families and close friends attended the ceremony.

Actor Pavail Gulati, who has worked with Taapsee in ‘Thappad’ and ‘Dobaara’ joined the wedding celebrations along with auteur Anurag Kashyap, who is also Taapsee’s good friend.

Screenwriting couple Kanika Dhillon and Himanshu Sharma were also at the event.

However, her representatives didn’t give any official confirmation when Ians reached out to them.

Actor Pavail Gulati, who will be next seen sharing the screen with Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde in the upcoming film ‘Deva’, has performed his own stunts in the film. Drawing from his background as a sports enthusiast and his passion for the action genre, Pavail made the decision to forego the use of body doubles, and pull off the stunts himself.

Reflecting on his experience, Pavail shared: “Working on ‘Deva’ has been an exhilarating journey filled with challenges and thrills. As someone who has always been drawn to the action genre and possesses a love for sports, I felt compelled to immerse myself fully in the physical demands of the role.”

The actor further mentioned, “Performing my own stunts was both a daunting and rewarding experience, allowing me to fully embody the essence of the character and elevate the authenticity of the action sequences.”

Produced by Zee Studios and Roy Kapur Films,...

Actor Shahid Kapoor, who was most recently seen in the science fiction romantic comedy ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya’, is now ‘back’ on the set of his upcoming adrenaline-pumping action thriller, ‘Deva’.

The movie stars Pooja Hegde, alongside Shahid.

The new schedule is unfolding in Mumbai, and it also features Pavail Gulati in a pivotal role.

Both Shahid and Pavail will be seen pulling off high-octane action sequences, elevating the intensity of the film.

Taking to Instagram, Shahid shared a monochrome picture, with his back towards the camera. He is wearing a sleeveless T-shirt, and jeans.

The actor is standing on a balcony, and smoke can be seen coming out of his mouth.

Shahid is flaunting his bulked up physique.

The post is captioned: ” ‘Back’ on set Deva!!”

One fan commented: “Deva is coming for ruling”, another said: “all the best keep working hard.”

‘Deva’ is directed by Rosshan Andrrews...

Pooja Hegde, who served as one of the judges for the Miss World grand finale in Mumbai this past weekend, has returned to the sets of her upcoming film ‘Deva’ to resume shooting. The actress stars opposite Shahid Kapoor in the film. The new schedule is unfolding in Mumbai. The film also has Pavail Gulati in a pivotal role.

Taking to social media, Pooja offered fans a sneak peek from the ‘Deva’ sets. She wrote in the caption, “Back to shoot #Deva”.

‘Deva’ is an action-packed thriller directed by Rosshan Andrrews; Zee Studios and Roy Kapur Films are the producers. The film is set to hit theatres on Dussehra, or October 11 later this year.

Earlier, Pooja, who was last seen in the Salman Khan-starrer ‘Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan’, went on a vacation to Goa. The diva, who enjoys 26.6 million followers on Instagram, dropped a series of pictures...

Mumbai, Feb 27 (Ians) Actor Pavail Gulati, who is currently busy with the shoot of his upcoming film ‘Deva’ with director Rosshan Andrrews, has expressed his wish to venture into South Indian cinema.

Pavail shared that he wants to venture in Malayalam cinema for the sheer brilliance of their storytelling and technical finesse.

Highlighting his deep-seated appreciation for cinematic craftsmanship in Malayalam cinema, the actor said: “I would love to soon work on a south language film, especially Malayalam films, as they showcase some of the best stories and technical aspects.”

Meanwhile, the actor is currently shooting alongside Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde for ‘Deva’ under the direction of Rosshan Andrrews.

‘Deva’ is produced by Zee Studios and Roy Kapur Films, and promises to be a compelling cinematic experience, blending nuanced storytelling with riveting performances.

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Actor Pavail Gulati has embarked on a journey to reconnect with his love for basketball, drawing inspiration from the legendary Late Kobe Bryant.

Talking about his passion for both basketball and the arts, he said: “My entire school life revolved around basketball, theatre, and dance. Basketball has been an integral part of my journey, shaping who I am today.”

Expressing deep admiration for the iconic Kobe Bryant, who in 2020 along with his daughter Gianna and seven others, died in a helicopter crash in California, he remarked: “Kobe has always been my idol. His untimely passing was a heart-wrenching moment for me. If given the opportunity, I would love to portray a basketball player in a film as a tribute to him.”

Pavail envisions a dream come true by combining his two great loves—basketball and acting.

“The prospect of merging my passion for basketball with my profession as an actor is incredibly exciting.

Mumbai, Feb 7 (Ians) Actor Pavail Gulati has expressed gratitude to acclaimed actor Naseeruddin Shah, his mentor and acting guru from film school.

“I owe my acting career to the likes of the legendary actor Naseeruddin sir who taught me in film school,” Pavail told Ians.

He added: “Being with him feels like a constant learning experience, he is like a father figure to me.”

Pavail also reminisced about his early days in the industry, highlighting his collaboration with the iconic Amitabh Bachchan.

“Amitabh Bachchan sir, with whom I worked very early in my career in ‘Yudh’ and later in ‘Good-bye’, has been a significant influence. He is a very special person. Working as a son in ‘Good-bye’ was a lifetime opportunity for me,” he said

Expressing gratitude, Pavail emphasised how fortunate he feels to be surrounded by some of the biggest names in Bollywood.

“Naseeruddin Shah, who was my mentor and acting guru,...

Mumbai, Jan 24 (Ians) Actor Pavail Gulati, who is all set to play a police officer in the upcoming Shahid Kapoor-starrer ‘Deva’, underwent a rigorous fitness journey, and dedicated extensive hours at the gym.

Talking about his preparation for ‘Deva’, Pavail shared: “Playing the role of a cop demands physical and mental dedication. I believe in maintaining a healthy balance in my lifestyle, and this includes both my fitness routine and diet.”

Despite confessing his love for occasional indulgence in junk food, the ‘Thappad’ actor demonstrated discipline, ensuring his dietary choices complemented his fitness regimen.

“It’s about being true to the character while also prioritising overall wellness,” added the actor.

Meanwhile, on the professional front he was last seen as Abhay in the romantic web series ‘Faadu’ alongside Saiyami Kher. He was last seen in romantic thriller film ‘I Love You’, co-starring Rakul Preet Singh and Akshay Oberoi.

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Actor Pavail Gulati has embarked on a rigorous fitness journey and has dedicated extensive hours to hitting the gym, in order to authentically portray the robust image of a tough cop in the upcoming film ‘Deva’, starring Shahid Kapoor.

The ‘Thappad’ fame actor also acknowledged the positive influence of working alongside fitness enthusiast Shahid during the film’s production.

The camaraderie and shared commitment to physical fitness between the two actors served as a motivational factor for Pavail, elevating the collective energy on set.

His commitment to transforming into a convincing cop involved following a strict fitness regime, showcasing his determination and professionalism.

Talking about his preparation for ‘Deva’, Pavail stated: “Playing the role of a cop demands physical and mental dedication. I believe in maintaining a healthy balance in my lifestyle, and this includes both my fitness routine and diet.”

He opted for a balanced approach to his diet,...

Mumbai, Dec 26 (Ians) Actor Pavail Gulati has concluded the first schedule of the action thriller film ‘Deva’ starring Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde.

This marks Pavail’s debut in the action thriller genre, portraying a pivotal role that promises to showcase his dynamic acting prowess.

Scheduled for a Dussehra theatrical release in 2024, “Deva” is set to captivate audiences with its high-octane action sequences and an intriguing storyline.”

Pavail said: “As an actor, the opportunity to explore a character in an action cop drama is both thrilling and challenging. Collaborating with talented co-stars Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde, and under the direction of Rosshan Andrrews, has been an incredible experience.

“I’m excited for audiences to witness our collective efforts when ‘Deva’ hits theaters next Dussehra.”

The film, directed by the acclaimed Rosshan Andrrews, known for his directorial excellence in Malayalam blockbusters like “Salute” and “Kayamkulam Kochunni,” is a collaboration between...

Mumbai, Dec 23 (Ians) The upcoming Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde-starrer film ‘Deva’ has wrapped up its first schedule in Mumbai.

The film is an action thriller directed by Rosshan Andrrews. Shot in Mumbai, the cameras started rolling for ‘Deva’ in late October 2023. The makers of the film took to social media to confirm the completion of the first schedule of the film.

The film is produced by Siddharth Roy Kapur of Roy Kapur Films and Zee Studios.

Earlier, actor Pavail Gulati, who is known for ‘Thappad’, ‘Made in Heaven’ and ‘Dobaaraa’, joined the cast of ‘Deva’. The film is set to unravel a gripping narrative of a rebellious police.

Talking about the same, Pavail said in a statement: “I am incredibly excited to embark on this exhilarating journey and absolutely thrilled to collaborate with exceptional talents like Shahid Kapoor and the amazing director Rosshan Andrrews”.

The actor further mentioned,...

Mumbai, Dec 9 (Ians) As Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari’s series ‘Faadu’ has completed one year of its release, its actors Pavail Gulati and Saiyami Kher went down memory lane and recalled as to why the series holds a special place in their hearts.

Reflecting on the journey, Saiyami shared: ” ‘Faadu’ holds a special place in my heart as it allowed me to delve into a character that resonates with my own experiences. Living life in a remote village, embracing nature, defining life on my own terms, expressing a love for poetry, and having the opportunity to narrate verses by many great poets, made this project truly special.”

Saiyami shared that being a part of Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari’s maiden directorial web series and the terrific writing of Soumya Joshi added extra layers of excitement.

“There were so many things about my character that I still look back and relate to. Right...

Mumbai, Dec 9 (Ians) As Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari’s series ‘Faadu’ has completed one year of its release, its actors Pavail Gulati and Saiyami Kher went down memory lane and recalled as to why the series holds a special place in their hearts.

Reflecting on the journey, Saiyami shared: ” ‘Faadu’ holds a special place in my heart as it allowed me to delve into a character that resonates with my own experiences. Living life in a remote village, embracing nature, defining life on my own terms, expressing a love for poetry, and having the opportunity to narrate verses by many great poets, made this project truly special.”

Saiyami shared that being a part of Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari’s maiden directorial web series and the terrific writing of Soumya Joshi added extra layers of excitement.

“There were so many things about my character that I still look back and relate to. Right...

Actor Pavail Gulati, who is known for ‘Thappad’, ‘Made in Heaven’, ‘Dobaaraa’ and others, has joined the cast of the action thriller, ‘Deva’ which stars Shahid Kapoor in the lead role.

The film is directed by Rosshan Andrrews, and is set to unravel a gripping narrative of a rebellious police.

Talking about this, Pavail said in a statement: “I am incredibly excited to embark on this exhilarating journey and absolutely thrilled to collaborate with exceptional talents like Shahid Kapoor and the amazing director Rosshan Andrrews.”

The actor further mentioned, “This opportunity not only represents a significant milestone for me but also a challenge that I wholeheartedly welcome and am eager to embrace. It’s going to be a fun ride.”

The film also stars actress Pooja Hegde as the female lead.

Produced by Zee Studios and Roy Kapur Films and directed by Rosshan Andrrews, the film has gone into production...

Actor Pavail Gulati, who is known for ‘Thappad’, ‘Made in Heaven’, ‘Dobaaraa’ and others, has joined the cast of the action thriller, ‘Deva’ which stars Shahid Kapoor in the lead role.

The film is directed by Rosshan Andrrews, and is set to unravel a gripping narrative of a rebellious police.

Talking about this, Pavail said in a statement: “I am incredibly excited to embark on this exhilarating journey and absolutely thrilled to collaborate with exceptional talents like Shahid Kapoor and the amazing director Rosshan Andrrews.”

The actor further mentioned, “This opportunity not only represents a significant milestone for me but also a challenge that I wholeheartedly welcome and am eager to embrace. It’s going to be a fun ride.”

The film also stars actress Pooja Hegde as the female lead.

Produced by Zee Studios and Roy Kapur Films and directed by Rosshan Andrrews, the film has gone into production...

It was a star studded affair at the ‘Tennis Premier League Season 5’ auction ceremony, as Bollywood actors Sonali Bendre, Rakul Preet Singh, Sonu Sood, Taapsee Pannu, Arjun Kapoor, Malaika Arora, and former Tennis Star Sania Mirza graced the event.

Sonali Bendre looked beautiful in an orange tee shirt and paired it with flared denim pants. She opted for a nude lips and makeup, and kept her hair open and straight. She accessorised the look with a wrist watch. She co-owns ‘Pune Jaguars’, a team in the Tennis Premier League.

Rakul Preet featured her beautiful smile for the lenses. She wore a blue tee shirt, paired it with skinny blue denims and white sneakers. She opted for minimal makeup, tied her hair in a high ponytail, and accessorised the look with gold hoop earrings.

The former Tennis star Sania Mirza graced the event and mesmerised everyone with her beautiful smile. She...

It was a star studded affair at the ‘Tennis Premier League Season 5’ auction ceremony, as Bollywood actors Sonali Bendre, Rakul Preet Singh, Sonu Sood, Taapsee Pannu, Arjun Kapoor, Malaika Arora, and former Tennis Star Sania Mirza graced the event.

Sonali Bendre looked beautiful in an orange tee shirt and paired it with flared denim pants. She opted for a nude lips and makeup, and kept her hair open and straight. She accessorised the look with a wrist watch. She co-owns ‘Pune Jaguars’, a team in the Tennis Premier League.

Rakul Preet featured her beautiful smile for the lenses. She wore a blue tee shirt, paired it with skinny blue denims and white sneakers. She opted for minimal makeup, tied her hair in a high ponytail, and accessorised the look with gold hoop earrings.

The former Tennis star Sania Mirza graced the event and mesmerised everyone with her beautiful smile. She...

Mumbai, July 15 (Ians) Actress Rakul Preet Singh had a great time recently having fun chat with her fans, regarding her decision to pursue acting as a profession and being good at academics amongst other topics.

Rakul Preet was pleasantly surprised to receive all the love, warmth and support of her fans who came from different cities including Jaipur, Indore and Lucknow to meet her at the event which she attended as a guest.

One of her fans from Delhi presented her with a cute painting made by his daughter focusing on her critically-acclaimed film, ‘Chhatriwaali’. Reciprocating the love to her young fan, Rakul obliged to the fan’s request and thanked his daughter on the video.

Another fan presented her with a big poster of the cult classic ‘Mother India’. On the work front, she will be next seen in ‘Indian 2’ starring alongside Kamal Haasan. She was recently seen...

Mumbai, June 24 (Ians) Actress Rakul Preet Singh will be seen promoting her upcoming film ‘I Love You’ on the Weekend Ka Vaar episode of ‘Bigg Boss Ott 2’.

It remains to be seen whether Rakulpreet will be making a guest appearance or if she will be joining as a special guest to interact with the contestants during the Weekend Ka Waar episode.

She said: “I’m really excited to be a part of the first Weekend Ka Waar on Bigg Boss Ott. I’m a huge fan of the show and always try to catch the weekend episodes!”

“I’m eagerly looking forward to meeting all the contestants and having a fantastic time with Salman sir. It’s going to be a lot of fun to see Salman sir in action, and I’ll bring some love-filled excitement to the vaar by adding my own special twist,” the actress added.

‘I...

Actress Rakul Preet Singh, who is gearing up for her streaming release “I Love You”, revealed that the 15-day intense shoot sequence for the upcoming romantic thriller left her so drained and stressed out that she felt like a “zombie” for a week and suffered from sleeplessness.

Rakul said that she gave her one hundred percent to the role in “I Love You”, where she stars opposite Pavail Gulati.

About how she dealt with sleeplessness, the actress said: “We had 15 days of intense shoot where I had to be in a stressed state of mind. I actually got sleepless which has never happened to me in my life. It did not go well with my body. I thought that maybe I am over hectic. I tried taking Melatonin and I doubled the dose. For the first time in my life, I took that also but nothing helped.”

“For a week,...

Actress Rakul Preet Singh pushed the envelope for her upcoming film ‘I Love You’. For one of the scenes in the film, the actress was required to stay under water for two minutes 30 seconds and to prepare for that the actress did everything she could – staying in water!

Talking about the training the actress stated, “The film required me to be in a certain frame of mind to understand emotions deeply.

“On the whole, I did rigorous prep for a month of truly connecting with my emotions. On training for the underwater sequence, there was a scuba instructor named Zahaan Adenwala who trained me for underwater holding for two mins 30 secs that we were timing for.”

The sequence was shot from 2 in the afternoon to 4 a.m.A She was required to shoot under water for the day and night sequence both.

“So I did a couple of sessions of that.

Actress Rakul Preet Singh, who will be seen sharing the screen with Pavail Gulati in the upcoming romantic thriller ‘I Love You’, has shared that the film blends love, revenge and betrayal while crossing genres of drama and thriller.

The film, which will be directly released on the Ott, depicts a passionate and dark side of love, and also stars Akshay Oberoi and Kiran Kumar.

Talking about the film, Rakul Preet Singh said: “‘I Love You’ is unlike anything I have done before as the storytelling combines the emotion of love, revenge and betrayal while crossing genres of drama, suspense and thriller. Nikhil has made a fantastic Film with a sharp narrative and has been able to extract amazing performances from all the cast members. I am looking forward to the audience’s reactions on this one.”

‘I Love You’ is a story of Satya Prabhakar, played by Rakul Preet Singh,...

Mumbai, June 2 (Ians) The teaser of the upcoming thriller film ‘I Love You’ was unveiled on Thursday. The teaser initially talks about the warm fuzzy feeling of falling for someone, and soon twists into a thriller leaving the audience with a thousand questions.

The film stars Rakulpreet Singh, Pavail Gulati and Akshay Oberoi in the lead and has been directed by acclaimed filmmaker Nikhil Mahajan of ‘Godavari’ fame.

Talking about the film, Nikhil said: “I Love You is a special film for me for many reasons. I collaborated with the wonderful Rakul and Pavail who have over the making of this film become close friends of mine.”

He further mentioned: “It is also produced by Sunir Kheterpal and Gaurav Bose who ensured that we get to make exactly the film that we set out to make. And lastly, it has found its home at Jio Studios with whom I share a very special relation,...

Farzi(Prime Video; 8 episodes)

Directed by Raj & Dk

For a series on counterfeit currency creation , there is a discernible lack of artifice in the presentation. Farzi is a series where its helmers have a firm grip over the narration. The editing is tight and the narrative doesn’t slip through the cracks even once, not even when the characters are hellbent on sinking in their own morass of greed.

Or maybe greed is not the correct word anymore for aspiring to make become rich quick. Sunny and Firoz, played as a study in companionable contrasts by Shahid Kapoor and Bhuvan Arora, have grown up in a world of debt-ridden anxiety. Shahid’s Sunny reminded me of Pavail Gulati’s Abhay in Faadu. Abhay was more demonstrative about his class-related resentment. Sunny is less prone to outbursts. He is more dangerous.

As we follow his journey from his parentless childhood to...

Actor and host Abhilash Thapliyal, who is currently seen in Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari’s series ‘Faadu’, talked about playing an alcoholic and how he was given a bottle of glycerin for his role. ‘The Aspirants’ actor is playing the character of a poor drunkard Roxy in the web series.

The actor is known for doing films like ‘Dil Juunglee’ starring Saqib Saleem and Taapsee Pannu and shows like ‘Entertainment Ki Raat’ and ‘Comedy Circus’.

He appeared on ‘The Kapil Sharma Show’ as a special guest along with the team of the web series, including Saiyami Kher, Pavail Gulati, and Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari.

During a conversation with the host, Kapil Sharma, when asked if he was given a bottle of alcohol by the producers, he replied: “Yes, I did get a bottle, but that was of glycerin not alcohol.”

Pavail Gulati jokingly added about how Abhilash had a separate budget for...

Actor Pavail Gulati will be talking about his relationship with his guru and veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah in the upcoming episode of “The Kapil Sharma Show” as he will be see promoting his upcoming web-series “Faadu: A Love Story”.

Amidst the fun banter and conversation, Kapil Sharma will ask Pavail about his student days under the veteran actor.

The actor says: “I usually don’t reveal that I am Naseer sir’s student because I am scared what if I don’t live up to his name; and I am surprised how you know about it.”

Adding further to it, Pavail will also confess about getting appreciated by Naseeruddin Shah who he is like a father figure to him is his biggest achievement till date.

“When my film ‘Thappad’ was released, Naseer sir messaged me and that was the biggest award for me. You know, a teacher who has been...

Pavail Gulati, who is known for his roles in ‘Thappad’, ‘Dobaaraa’, Yudh’, ‘Haq Se’, and many more, revealed how a ‘sorry’ video sent by him to director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari helped him in bagging the role in the web series ‘Faadu: A Love Story’.

He said: “When I got to know about the audition for this series, I was already shooting for a film. So, I sent a video to Ashwini ma’am apologising for not being able to send the audition video and I really want to work with her. And to my surprise, I got selected on the basis of my ‘sorry’ video”

It is a love story which has been shot in Serbia, the Konkan region and Mumbai. The actor started his career in the entertainment industry as assistant casting director in ‘My Name Is Khan’ and made his acting debut with the film ‘Hide & Seek’. He...

Director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, who is awaiting the release of her streaming debut show ‘Faadu’, has shared that the upcoming series came into existence because she wanted to explore another dimension to a love story and for the same, she made the ideologies and thought-processes of her lead characters the vehicle to drive the narrative.

Elaborating on the same, she said: “Every time I choose to tell a story I ask myself what’s my purpose and why do I want to tell a particular story. With ‘Faadu’, I wanted to explore a new dimension in the absolute meaning of love between a man and woman, their ideologies and their thought processes which have many dimensions.”

The series tells the story of two lovers (Pavail Gulati and Saiyami Kher) who have different outlook towards life. While Pavail’s character comes from the slums and is a hustler, who cuts corners,...

Actor and host Abhilash Thapliyal will be seen in Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari’s upcoming series ‘Faadu’. He talked about playing Roxy in the web series and how he became unrecognisable for others with his look.

He said: “Roxy looks very different from what I look like in my real life and I think that is why a lot of friends could not recognise me. For an actor, it is a huge compliment when people who know us are not able to recognise you. We wanted to be very precise with how Roxy looks. He is a drunkard, he lives in the slums, he does not take care of himself, he is very shabby, Also, he is out in the sun most of the time so the tan has to be perfect.”

Abhilash recently shot to fame with the web show ‘Aspirants’. The actor has been shooting in slums in and...

Actress Saiyami Kher, who is looking forward to the release of her upcoming streaming series ‘Faadu- A Love Story’, has heaped praise on the show’s director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari. The show is an intriguing take on the challenges and confusions of modern life.

Saiyami, plays the female lead in the show and essays the character of a poetess. The actress feels Ashwini, who has directed movies like ‘Nil Battey Sannata’ and ‘Bareilly Ki Barfi’ brings in strong female characters and ‘Faadu’ is no different.

Saiyami says, “As an actor, there are certain directors who are always on your wishlist and after watching ‘Nil Battey Sannata’ and ‘Bareilly Ki Barfi’, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari was up there on my wish list. All the female characters in Ashwiny ma’am’s work are so strong and well written. I feel very blessed and so full of gratitude that Ashwiny ma’am was convinced I was her Manjari.

Actress Saiyami Kher is gearing up for another streaming series after ‘Breathe: Into the Shadows 2’. This time, she will be seen playing the character of a poetess in ‘Faadu’, directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari of ‘Bareilly Ki Barfi’ fame. The role not just helped her grow as an actress but also changed her as a person.

Talking about the same, Saiyami said: “Projects like ‘Faadu’ come once in your life and I am grateful that this was offered to me. By trying to capture the essence of Manjiri, not only do I feel I have grown as an actor but also evolved as a person.”

Over the course of filming, Saiyami became emotionally attached to her character: “I am very attached to this character and found a lot of me in Manjiri. I have felt every dialogue and lived every scene thanks to the brilliant writing and the guidance of our director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari.

If you’re street-smart, you will find a way in this quicksand of a world, which is bent on dragging you down. This is the basic philosophy in which the upcoming streaming show “Faadu” finds its essence. The teaser of the series, which is directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, was unveiled on Monday, and it presents a promising story.

Taking a contrasting route, the teaser seems to be purposely made quiet and subtle to build around just the perfect intrigue around the show. The teaser walks a tight-rope between being underwhelming and being loud.

The teaser, which is close to 2 minutes in length, showcases the life of Pavail Gulati’s lead character and how while cutting corners, he falls into a serious trouble – a life threatening one as the love of his life played by Saiyami Kher sits beside him surrounded by hospital machines and equipments.

Director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari,...

Swedish actress Elli AvrRam has garnered a ton of praise for her debut Tamil film, Naane Varuvean, in which she co-starred with Dhanush and has also wowed everyone with her performance in the Bollywood movie ‘Goodbye’ starring Amitabh Bachchan, Neena Gupta, Rashmika Mandanna and Pavail Gulati.

From playing the cautious and stealthy Jesse in ‘Malang’, motherly coy yet determined Madhuri in ‘Naane Varuvean’ and the ambitious and fierce Daisy Bhalla in ‘Goodbye’, Elli’s versatility is very apparent.

Elli shares: “I’m very happy with the response I’ve been getting in the last few years. Now there are filmmakers who truly see my potential and are giving me performance-oriented roles. And I’m so grateful for it.”

But it wasn’t easy for Elli.

“The journey haven’t been a cakewalk, I’ve had to say no to lot of offers that’s come my way, just to stop being typecasted,...

Vikas Bahl, the director who is currently enjoying the positive response to his recently released theatrical film ‘Goodbye’ starring Amitabh Bachchan and Rashmika Mandana, spoke about his experience of working with the screen legend and shared what was his major take away from him, on the occasion of the legendary actor’s 80th birthday.

The director said, “Working with Mr. Bachchan is a wholesome experience. You can learn so much from him about work, life, relationships, respecting people, attention to detail and pretty much everything.”

But, what stood out for him was Big B’s curiosity and the constant urge to excel in life, as he further mentioned, “While I was working on ‘Goodbye’, I saw him coming on set with curiosity like that of a newcomer in the industry, and this was every single day. He has that childlike curiosity, he wants to explore more even after achieving so...

Fans of Amitabh Bachchan celebrated the veteran megastar’s birthday outside his Mumbai house Jalsa recently. They lined up on the lane outside the actor’s house with huge flex prints, LED screens and screens installed on moving vehicles, celebrating the screen legend’s 80th birthday.

A special video shows the fans of all age groups having a gala time as they cut the cake outside Big B’s bungalow in the Juhu area of Mumbai.

Amitabh Bachchan too came out to greet the fans and express his gratitude towards them for all their love.

Interestingly, Nc Sippy — the producer of Big B’s 1982 hit film ‘Satte Pe Satta’, who owned Jalsa earlier, had gifted the property to Bachchan as remuneration for his work in the film.

On the work front, Big B is currently enjoying the response to his recently released movie ‘Goodbye’ in which he co-stars along with Rashmika Mandana,...

The makers of the recently released film ‘Goodbye’, which stars Amitabh Bachchan, Rashmika Mandana, Neena Gupta, Sunil Grover and Pavail Gulati, released a special song wishing veteran megastar Big B on his birthday.

The song titled ‘Happy Birthday’, features colourful visuals of the cast and crew. In the video Big B can also be seen making a grand entry much like how he did in the song ‘My Name Is Anthony Gonsalves’ from the Manmohan Desai classic ‘Amar Akbar Anthony’. The film’s director Vikas Bahl also makes an appearance in the special video.

The song is interspersed with the visuals from the film as well where the characters can be seen celebrating Big B’s screen avatar’s birthday in the film.

‘Goodbye’, which was released in cinemas on October 7, is a family drama and tells the story of how a family headed by Big B’s character deals...

Mumbai, Oct 10 (Ians) As megastar Amitabh Bachchan turns 80 on October 11, the tickets of his latest release ‘Goodbye’ has been priced at Rs. 80 to celebrate the thespians birthday.

A post from Balaji Motion Pictures on Instagram read: “Big B turns 80 tomorrow and this calls for a grand celebration Celebrate his 80th birthday, his legacy, and his fandom by watching his latest film #Goodbye with your family in cinemas near you at the price of only Rs 80/- on 11th October 2022, Book your tickets now: link in bio!”

Released on October 7, ‘Goodbye’ revolves around the dysfunctional Bhalla family.

The film, directed by Vikas Bahl also stars Neena Gupta with Rashmika Mandanna (in her Hindi film debut), Sunil Grover, Pavail Gulati, Ashish Vidyarthi, Elli AvrRam, Sahil Mehta, Shivin Narang, Shayank Shukla, newcomer Abhishekh Khan and Arun Bali play supporting roles.

‘Goodbye’ is a story that touches every emotional chord in your heart and...

As megastar Amitabh Bachchan turns 80 on October 11, the tickets of his latest release ‘Goodbye’ has been priced at Rs. 80 to celebrate the thespians birthday.

A post from Balaji Motion Pictures on Instagram read: “Big B turns 80 tomorrow and this calls for a grand celebration Celebrate his 80th birthday, his legacy, and his fandom by watching his latest film #Goodbye with your family in cinemas near you at the price of only Rs 80/- on 11th October 2022, Book your tickets now: link in bio!”

Released on October 7, ‘Goodbye’ revolves around the dysfunctional Bhalla family.

The film, directed by Vikas Bahl also stars Neena Gupta with Rashmika Mandanna (in her Hindi film debut), Sunil Grover, Pavail Gulati, Ashish Vidyarthi, Elli AvrRam, Sahil Mehta, Shivin Narang, Shayank Shukla, newcomer Abhishekh Khan and Arun Bali play supporting roles.

‘Goodbye’ is a story that touches every emotional chord in your heart and makes you realise...