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Anushka Sen, one of India’s most popular young actors, is now making an impact in Korea.

Sen gained fame as a child actor in Indian fantasy series “Baalveer” (2012) that aired on Sab TV. She burst upon the national consciousness in India playing the titular role of Rani Lakshmi Bai, a queen who fought against British colonizers in Viacom18’s Colors TV 110-episode show “Jhansi Ki Rani” (2019). In 2021, Sen became the youngest contestant on Endemol Shine India’s Colors TV reality series “Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 11.”

A “huge fan” of Hallyu [Korean wave] in general and K-pop and K-drama in particular, Sen rates highly BTS, Blackpink and NewJeans on the music front. On the series front, Sen is an aficionado of actor Lee Min-ho, with “Heirs,” “Legend of the Blue Sea” and “The King: Eternal Monarch” among her favorites.

“During Covid times when I would watch K-dramas they would make me feel wholesome.

Actor Dev Joshi has reflected on his ‘Baalveer’ journey, sharing how he has balanced his acting career with academics since the age of 12. As the superhero drama ‘Baalveer’ returns for its fourth season, Dev shared insights into the bond he has forged with the show’s family.

The actor said: “It has been quite a journey since the age of 12 when ‘Baalveer’ first began. From then till now, the ‘Baalveer’ family, from the production and channel teams to the directing crew, has truly become my second family. Throughout my journey, my parents have been my pillars of strength. Mom’s been a constant on set, and Dad makes sure to spend quality time with me whenever possible.”

For Dev, the set wasn’t just a workplace, but it became his ‘school, playground, and study room’, shaping his journey as an actor.

“Growing up amid lights and cameras, the set became my school,...

‘Baalveer’ fame Dev Joshi appeared on the stage of kids’ singing reality show ‘Superstar Singer 3’, with the little contestants expressing their excitement to see the lead actor of the fantasy show.

Dev appeared in the ‘Summer Holiday Special’ episode to promote season four of his show ‘Baalveer’.

His presence sparked excitement among fans who were eagerly anticipating the return of their favorite Indian superhero.

In a heartwarming moment, Dev extended his best wishes to all the contestants, showering them with luck and encouragement for their musical journey ahead.

Responding to a special request from the kids, Balveer and the contestants joined forces to perform the signature step of Balveer, and said that his iconic dialogue ‘Jab Bhi Bulaya Balveer Aaya’.

‘Superstar Singer 3’ airs on Sony.

Actor Dev Joshi, who is poised to reprise the titular role of Baalveer in the upcoming season of the children’s show, has shared that this time Baalveer will delve into a journey of self-discovery and will confront Aageel and other unknown enemies.

The new season of the show also features Aditi Sanwal as Kashvi, and Ada Khan as the formidable antagonist Aageel.

The Baalveer cast pledges to present a captivating fantasy spectacle that will ignite children’s imaginations.

Expressing his enthusiasm, Dev said: “I’m overjoyed and filled with immense gratitude as we gear up to stream Season 4 of ‘Baalveer’. This time around, fans can expect more thrilling action as Baalveer battles against Aageel and many unknown enemies and their formidable army.”

“The transformation goes beyond physical strength as Baalveer embarks on a journey of self-discovery, learning invaluable lessons of empathy, compassion, and the true meaning of heroism. With this fresh energy and determination,...

Mumbai, Feb 14 (Ians) The ‘Baal Veer’ fame young diva Anushka Sen, who is currently riding high on both professional and personal front, on Wednesday shared a glimpse of her valentine, and it is nothing but her new project.

Anushka took to her Instagram and shared a series of pictures, wherein she can be seen smiling ear to ear while posing alongside a video camera.

Draped in a vibrant multicoloured dress, the ‘Jhansi Ki Rani’ star exudes infectious energy as she gazes playfully at the camera, effortlessly striking candid poses.

With a wink, Anushka crafted a heart shape with her hands, hinting at the passion and enthusiasm she brings to her new project.

The last picture shows a sneak peek into the muhurat puja. However, the young actress did not disclose the details about her project.

The post is captioned as: “My Valentine #newbeginnings”, followed by a white heart and evil eye emoji.

Actress Karishma Tanna has extended greetings for the New Year and thanked her fans for being part of her journey, wishing for a fantastic year filled with love, and endless possibilities.

Karishma is known for her work in ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’, ‘Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand’, ‘Kkusum’, ‘Baal Veer’, ‘Guilty Minds’ and others.

Taking to Instagram, Karishma, who enjoys 7.6 million followers, shared a string of pictures, wherein she can be seen smiling candidly, wearing a white sweater, and blue denims. She opted for neutral makeup and kept her hair open.

The post was captioned as: “Happy New year everyone ‘May this New Year bring you joy, success, and countless beautiful moments! Thank you for being a part of my journey. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead filled with love, happiness, and endless possibilities. Happy New Year to all my wonderful Instagram fam #HappyNewYear #2024’.”

Meanwhile, on the work front,...

After winning the hearts of audiences in the television industry with shows like ‘Devon Ke Dev Mahadev’, ‘Baal Veer’, ‘Buddha’ and others, Charu Asopa, who has now made her Ott debut with ‘Johri’, shared how this show was a comeback for her.

Charu was last seen in 2020 show ‘Akbal Ka Bal Birbal’. She is currently starring as the main female antagonist in the television show ‘Kaisa Hai Yeh Rishta Anjana’.

The actress was married to former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen’s younger brother Rajeev Sen. However, the couple got separated in 2023. They have a daughter named Ziana Sen.

Charu has now marked her debut in the digital world with ‘Johri’.

Talking about the series, Charu said: “When I read the script for the first time, I knew that this is the script I was waiting for. This show was a comeback for me, and I wanted to play a different...

After winning the hearts of audiences in the television industry with shows like ‘Devon Ke Dev Mahadev’, ‘Baal Veer’, ‘Buddha’ and others, Charu Asopa, who has now made her Ott debut with ‘Johri’, shared how this show was a comeback for her.

Charu was last seen in 2020 show ‘Akbal Ka Bal Birbal’. She is currently starring as the main female antagonist in the television show ‘Kaisa Hai Yeh Rishta Anjana’.

The actress was married to former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen’s younger brother Rajeev Sen. However, the couple got separated in 2023. They have a daughter named Ziana Sen.

Charu has now marked her debut in the digital world with ‘Johri’.

Talking about the series, Charu said: “When I read the script for the first time, I knew that this is the script I was waiting for. This show was a comeback for me, and I wanted to play a different...

Actress Anushka Sen, who is known for her work in ‘Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev’, ‘Baal Veer’, and others, is a part of the movie ‘Country of Blind’, and has opened up about her character, calling it an ‘incredibly moving experience’ for her.

‘Country Of Blind’ featuring Hina Khan and Shoib Nikash Shah, has been causing quite a stir in the world of entertainment with its international release.

As Indian viewers eagerly await their chance to experience this masterpiece, the creators are weaving an intricate web of excitement and intrigue.

Anushka is a hidden gem in this highly praised movie. While the creators had skilfully concealed this captivating tidbit, they have now unveiled a tantalising trailer showcasing Anushka’s role, providing a glimpse into her character.

This sneak peek reveals a blind girl whose extraordinary sensory abilities baffle everyone.

Opening up about her character, Anuskha said: “Portraying a visually challenged girl...

Actress Anushka Sen, who is known for her work in ‘Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev’, ‘Baal Veer’, and others, is a part of the movie ‘Country of Blind’, and has opened up about her character, calling it an ‘incredibly moving experience’ for her.

‘Country Of Blind’ featuring Hina Khan and Shoib Nikash Shah, has been causing quite a stir in the world of entertainment with its international release.

As Indian viewers eagerly await their chance to experience this masterpiece, the creators are weaving an intricate web of excitement and intrigue.

Anushka is a hidden gem in this highly praised movie. While the creators had skilfully concealed this captivating tidbit, they have now unveiled a tantalising trailer showcasing Anushka’s role, providing a glimpse into her character.

This sneak peek reveals a blind girl whose extraordinary sensory abilities baffle everyone.

Opening up about her character, Anuskha said: “Portraying a visually challenged girl...

Former actress and entrepreneur Aashka Goradia announced her pregnancy on Sunday. On Mother’s Day, Aashka made a video announcement that she and her husband Brent Goble are all set to welcome their first child in November this year.

Aashka captioned the post: “On this Mother’s Day – this becomes even more special! ‘Our family and our practice grows by 1 this November! Send us a loving thought as we embark on our greatest journey yet!’ Beach baby is on the way! #parentstobe……Thank you @mevada_kalpesh for this cutest announcement video……”

Aashka, who was a part of ‘Bigg Boss 6’, and her husband Brent Goble tied the knot in 2017.

Aashka has been a part of shows such as ‘Kkusum’, ‘Laagi Tujhse Lagan’, ‘Baal Veer’, ‘Daayan’ and ‘Naagin’. It was in 2021, when she announced her retirement from acting and formed her make-up brand Renee.

Mumbai, March 18 (Ians) After being part of a fantasy drama like ‘Alif Laila’, actress Shweta Rastogi is doing another fantasy show, ‘Baalveer 3’.

Sharing about being part of it and how the presentation of the same genre on TV has changed so far with time, Shweta said: “From doing ‘Alif Laila’ to ‘Baalveer’, the industry has changed a lot. Fantasy shows have been a staple of TV for years, but I would say that the imaginative sense and the way things are presented on-screen have changed completely. Due to technology and advancement, fantasy shows have surely been raised a notch higher.”

She said: “Earlier, it was a difficult task to project and execute things for a fantasy-themed show, but now it’s not that hard. From doing tricks behind the curtains to VFX, everything has changed a lot.”

Shweta is popular for playing the role of Radha in Ramanand Sagar’s show,...

Film and TV actress Deepshikha Nagpal, who is currently seen in the show ‘Na Umra Ki Seema Ho’, has undergone a major surgery and has shared her experience of recovering from it and resuming work.

She said: “Recently I got sick from food poisoning due to which I had a very bad stomach ache so I consulted a doctor who asked me to get it checked because the pain was persistent, so I underwent sonography and discovered I had cysts in my stomach. The size of the cysts was comparable to that of a 10-week pregnancy. The doctor advised me to get the cysts removed because they were serious and could complicate and worsen my health if they were left untreated.”

“And since we had a major drama coming up in the show I was fully packed on my schedule so without informing anyone I completed my parts and waited...

As the fantasy drama, ‘Baalveer’ is all set to come up with its new season, actor Dev Joshi talked about playing the titular role in the TV show and how the new season is going to be different and exciting from the previous ones.

The first season of ‘Baal Veer’ was aired in October 2012 with Dev Joshi playing the titular role and it wrapped up in November 2016. It was followed by another season ‘Baalveer Returns’ with Dev in the lead role from September 2019 to April 2021.

Throwing light on the new season of ‘Baalveer’, Dev elaborated: “The new season promises to be filled with thrilling action, engaging drama, and of course, lots of magic. I have grown up playing this role and it has now become a part of me. It’s been a long and fulfilling journey and I feel a strong connection to the character and the show. I...

Actress Anushka Sen, who is known for her work in ‘Baal Veer’ and ‘Devon Ke Dev… Mahadev’, will be seen in the upcoming movie ‘Am I Next’, directed by Rahat Kazmi. The film, which revolves around the story of a teenage rape victim and how her story unfolds from there on, will hit the screens on the occasion of International Women’s Day on March 8.

The film tells the story of teenager girl who was raped after which she had to fight a long battle in the court for her right to terminate pregnancy.

Anushka said: “This film ‘Am I Next’ is super close to my heart cause the role was definitely the most challenging till date. I’m proud that this film promotes a good message, people can learn a lot from this film. And I’m fortunate to be a part of such an important film”.

She further...