Veteran actress Zeenat Aman has shared a hilarious post about her “work mudra” and her “canteen mudra”. She has also jotted down “simple instructions for an excellent weekend.” Zeenat took to Instagram, where she posted two pictures. The first has the actress on stage dressed in a shimmery outfit. She completed her look with sunglasses. In the photo, the diva seems to be addressing a question and doing a hand gesture. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zeenat Aman (@thezeenataman) The second photograph has the actress sitting in a canteen and her table is full of food. The actress uses her hand and gestures to not click her pictures. She wrote: “Work mudra vs. canteen mudra. My simple instructions for an excellent weekend: 1. go to your nearest dosa joint, 2. block any photo attempts, 3. eat your weight in dosa, podi, ghee, idli 4. take a nap.” Zeenat often shares her life updates on social media. Last month, the actress mulled over imperfections, and how social media has aggravated the problem of self-obsession. The actress took to her Instagram and shared several pictures from her photoshoot which she did in Goa. She also penned a long note in the caption, as she wrote, “The first and last image are from our impromptu shoot in Goa, along with a few BTS! My photographer @taralouphoto and stylist @taniafadte are quite unhappy with the way my bob looks in this opening image but I decided to post it anyway. I had blow dried my hair myself that morning but it didn’t quite hold against the late monsoon humidity”. She questioned how strange it is when people minutely scrutinise their own physical appearance. She continued, “I haven’t checked the research, but I imagine social media has only made our skin-deep self obsessions worse. I see it on my own feed - already beautiful people airbrushed into insipid facsimiles of one another. Every unique physical characteristic homogenised. It’s especially sad when one considers the physical traits they find beautiful in the people they love. “It’s usually something that makes them unique and which we would never want them to change. Don’t think for a moment that I haven’t and don’t experience this strange dysmorphia myself”. She further mentioned that it is particularly prevalent in the film industry, where women especially are subject to the public gaze and commentary at all times. “So today, I invite you to honour the unique physical traits of someone you love by celebrating their quirks. Tag them in the comments and pay them a compliment. It could be about their crooked smile, their bushy eyebrows, their grey-streaked hair, the scar on their forehead, the bump on the bridge of their nose, their cushy love handles…” “Our beauty standards will always be shaped to some extent by what we see on our screens, but our love should never be dictated by it! A sincere thank you to the designers who loaned their beautiful creations to us for this shoot”, she added.
18 November,2024 05:31 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Nimrat Kaur recently shared a heartwarming video on social media, where she is seen making kada prasad on the auspicious occasion of Gurpurab. Taking to her Instagram handle, the ‘Airlift’ actress posted a video showing herself making halwa. She captioned the post, “Ghar par banaa Hal-waaah!!!! #Gurpurab diyan lakh lakh vadiyaan.” In the video, Nimrat reveals that she learned the art of making halwa from her mother. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nimrat Kaur (@nimratofficial) In the clip, she is heard saying, “Home is where the Halwa is. Every Gurpurab, I make halwa at home, which is called Kada Prasad in the Gurdwara. My Nanu used to make halwa in the Gurdwara for many years. So, my mother learned from him, and I learned from my mom. So, let’s wing it. I will start with making Chashni.” The actress then shows her fans how to make halwa step by step. As Nimrat carefully mixes ingredients and adds her personal touch, she reflects on how the recipe has been passed down through generations in her family. The actress expressed her love for this timeless dish, which is often prepared during festivals like Gurpurab to celebrate the birth of Guru Nanak. Nimrat Kaur also visited the Gurdwara on the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti. However, she appeared uncomfortable with the paparazzi shouting her name right outside the Gurdwara premises. A video of the actress telling the paparazzi not to shout is doing the rounds on social media. Additionally, singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh visited the Gurdwara on Gurpurab. He posted a video of himself praying in the Gurdwara and having kada prasad on Instagram. The singer was also seen posing with fans waiting for him outside the Gurdwara. For the caption, he wrote: “Gurpurab Dian Sareyan Nu Vadhaiyan Har Saal Di Tara’n Es Vaar v Baba Ji Ne v Baut Kirpa Kiti…” (Best wishes to all on Gurpurab. This time too, Baba has blessed me a lot.) Kareena Kapoor Khan and Rakul Preet Singh also wished their fans on Gurpurab.
15 November,2024 08:38 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSThe celebrity couple Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma recently went on a breakfast date to the infamous dosa spot 'Benne Dosa' in the city. The restaurant is known for bringing the authentic Bangalorean cuisine and specially the 'benne dosa' to Mumbai. Both were wearing caps and were casually dressed. The couple often goes out to explore the regional cuisine of the area they are staying in, for their down to earth nature, they are often appreciated by their fans. Virushka enjoy Benne-dosa breakfast The official account of the Bandra restaurant Benne Dosa took to Instagram to share some unseen pictures with the couple. Virat-Anushka are seen posing with the staff while Virat is holding Anushka who is standing in front of her. One of the photos also showed that Virat signed one of the caps and also added a cute comment 'Go Benne' to cheer the staff. These photos have gone viral and the couple's fans have gone crazy after seeing these photos. A user commented 'OMG yes' whereas another commented, 'how cool is this'. Another netizen asked the restaurant to include 'Royal Challengers Bangalore' in their name calling list. Virat Kohli plays for the team 'Royal Challengers Bangalore' popularly known as RCB in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Anushka reshared the post on her Instagram story and added, "Bene-fic, full childhood memories revived macha". It seems the couple had a terrific time at the restaurant with some amazing food. Recently, the 'Band Baja Baarat' actress shared a cute photo of her husband Virat on his 36th birthday where he is seen holding both their kids Vaamika and Akaay. As mentioned by Virat, it was a chilled-out birthday for him as he spent time with his loved ones. The couple has a three-year-old daughter Vaamika and Akaay will turn one on 15th February. Anushka Sharma's work front and upcoming projects The actress was last seen in a cameo in the Triptii Dimri starrer 'Qala'. Her upcoming film 'Chakda Express' based on the biographical account of the Indian cricketer Jhulan Goswami was scheduled to be released this year, but due to certain creative disagreements, the film could not go out on Netflix. The makers are looking for another platform to release it.
08 November,2024 01:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Shamita Shetty, who was last seen in the film ‘The Tenant’, is enjoying the flavours of Rajasthan. The actress took to her Instagram on Tuesday, and shared a video of herself in a hotel room trying the flavours of the western state. The video shows her relishing the flavours of a Rajasthani Thali with several items on the board. The actress cleared the doubts of those who asked how she manages to eat such high calorie content food, as she said that she likes to indulge in her favourite food once a week. She wrote in the caption, “Food is definitely the way to my”. Earlier, the actress had shared a video of herself enjoying a thaali from Uttarakhand. In the video, she was seen sitting on a couch with a big thaali spread out in front of her. She said in the video, “My most favourite part (of a trip) is trying local cuisine. I’m Dehradun, and the chef has made this delectable thaali with a lot of love” The actress was seen enjoying jakhiya rice, hemp paneer, kumaoni raita, kheer made from red rice, and rotis made from ragi. She told her followers in the video, “I can tell you how simple and tasty this is. I don’t eat mutton but I can surely try the gravy. The food is not oily and doesn’t have a lot of spices yet it is filled with flavours”. She wrote in the caption, “Indulging in the delectable flavours of a traditional thali. Thankyou Chef Kadir for preparing this feast”. Shamita, who made her debut with the romantic drama ‘Mohabbatein’, is the younger sister of actress Shilpa Shetty. She also participated in the reality show ‘Bigg Boss 15’, and finished at 4th place. Her recent film ‘The Tenant’ saw her essaying the titular role of an attractive and bold woman, Meera, moves into a middle-class housing society. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
30 October,2024 07:28 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSFilmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan recently donned a chef's hat, quite literally, as she whipped up an omelette for her close friends, including actresses Huma Qureshi and Patralekhaa. Farah showcased her culinary skills in a fun video she posted on Instagram. The video captures Khan in the kitchen, humourously referring to Huma and Patralekhaa as bhookas (the hungry ones) and playfully instructing them on the "art" of making an omelette. Her friends can be seen eagerly waiting for breakfast, adding to the laughter with playful banter in the background. Farah’s quick wit shines through as she humorously narrates each step in her unique, no-nonsense style. Sharing the clip, Farah wrote, “Jahan (literally) chaar yaar mil jayein!! Outdoor cooking at the most lovely @narainniwas #jaipur .. voice over & videographer: @iamhumaq .. bhookhe guests @patralekhaa @rachitsingh08 .. thank u @puneetkahlon73 @omplgroup for hooking us up, missing @rajkummar_rao @saqibsaleem a LOTTT.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Farah Khan Kunder (@farahkhankunder) In the video, Huma is seen giving a glimpse of the stunning property in Jaipur where they are all enjoying their time. She then heads to the kitchen, where Farah is busy making breakfast. Farah can be heard saying, “I am the new chef here. I am making an omelette, but turn the camera and see the bhookas.” Qureshi then pans the camera toward Patralekhaa and Rachit. The ‘CityLights’ actress tells Farah, “We are very hungry, Farah ma’am.” Farah, Patralekhaa, and Huma are currently enjoying a getaway in Jaipur. The director has also posted solo photos, happy group selfies, and other stunning glimpses from her vacation. Meanwhile, Farah Khan recently appeared on the popular game show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 16' with Boman Irani. In a light-hearted moment, the duo expressed their desire to cast Amitabh Bachchan in their respective upcoming films. Farah and Boman caught Amitabh off guard with an unexpected film offer, playfully declaring, “Sir, we have a film contract for you!” Farah even revealed that the film is titled 'Jab Tak Bachchan'.
28 October,2024 01:37 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSBollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan, who is gearing up for her upcoming Diwali release ‘Singham Again’, is relishing on the homemade biryani. On Sunday, the actress took to the Stories section of her Instagram, and shared a picture of Biryani. She wrote on the picture, “Aaj ghar pe biryani bana hai”. Biryani is a mixed rice dish, mainly popular in South Asia. It is made with rice, some type of meat (chicken, goat, lamb, beef, prawn, or fish) and spices. Biryani is one of the most popular dishes in South Asia and among the South Asian diaspora. It is considered a strong pillar of India’s food e-commerce economy. Meanwhile, on the work front, Kareena will be seen reprising her role in the multi-starrer ‘Singham Again’. It also stars Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Tiger Shroff, Arjun Kapoor, and Jackie Shroff. ‘Singham Again’ marks the fifth instalment of Shetty's Cop Universe, and is a sequel to ‘Singham Returns’. The film follows the story of a righteous cop Bajirao Singham, played by Ajay Devgn, as he sets out to bring back his wife, Avni Kamat (inspired by Sita) played by Kareena Kapoor Khan from the clutches of Arjun's character. The film is set to clash on box-office against the Kartik Aaryan and Vidya Balan-starrer ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ on Diwali. The prospects of ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ also look solid as the horror-comedy genre is yielding good returns on the box-office, case in point being the recent Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao-starrer ‘Stree 2’. ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ sees the return of the OG Vidya Balan, and Madhuri Dixit. It also stars Triptii Dimri, who is witnessing a dream run at the box-office after the success of ‘Animal’.
27 October,2024 11:07 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSMumbai, Oct 22 (IANS) In the upcoming episode of 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 16', megastar Amitabh Bachchan reveals his guilty pleasure food. During a conversation with contestant Harsha Upadhyay, the veteran actor shares that while he might not be familiar with all dishes, there is one snack he absolutely loves. Vada Pav. Harsha Upadhyay, an arts, crafts, and music teacher from Gujarat, will take the hot seat in the next episode. In light-hearted moments after a food-related question, Harsha asks Amitabh if he enjoys churma, to which he chuckles and reveals that while he may not know all the dishes, Vada Pav is his favourite snack. Big B said, “Usse badhkar koi cheez nahi hai, chhota sa hai par lekin itna badiya hai… har jagah milta hai—sirf desh mein hi nahi, par videsh mein bhi". (There's nothing better than that; it's small, but so delicious... you can find it everywhere—not just in India, but abroad too.) This charming exchange showcases the warm rapport the host shares with his contestants. Meanwhile, actors Vidya Balan and Kartik Aaryan recently appeared on the popular game show to promote their upcoming horror-comedy ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3'. View this post on Instagram A post shared by KARTIK AARYAN (@kartikaaryan) In conversation with them, Big B also expressed his regret at never having had the opportunity to work with Meena Kumari. Amitabh shared, “I never got the opportunity to work with Meena Kumari ji. In 'Sahib Biwi Aur Ghulam,’ there’s a song - ‘Na jaao saiyaan’ where she performed so gracefully that I found myself watching her continuously. The art of sitting in one place quietly, singing the song and coupled with her radiance, the effects used to be marvellous". ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16’ airs every Monday to Friday at 9 PM, on Sony Entertainment Television. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sony Entertainment Television (@sonytvofficial) On the work front, Big B was recently seen playing Ashwatthama in the movie ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, which also stars Deepika Padukone, Prabhas, and Kamal Haasan.
24 October,2024 04:02 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Hina Khan who is battling breast cancer took to her Instagram stories and shared glimpses of delicious Tiramisu prepared by her friends. Hina Khan is one of the highest-paid actresses and is best known for her role as Akshara Maheshwari Singhania in ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’. In June 2024 she declared that she is suffering from stage 3 breast cancer and is undergoing treatment. In her Instagram story, Hina expressed her gratitude to her friends Akansha and Kunju for the thoughtful gesture. She shared a video of herself enjoying homemade Tiramisu. Along with it, she wrote a note, “@theankshakhatri @kunjanand these two beautiful souls made me this delicious tiramisu at home.. Thank you Akansha and Kunjuuu for making me feel so special, god bless you both”. She used the hashtag #pamper.” In her previous story, she shared a picture of herself wearing a cap and glasses and pointing to her T-shirt that reads, “Grateful for everything” and she wrote “Me in every breath, with every beat of my heart, every fiber of my being.. GRATEFUL FOR EVERYTHING, Alhamdullilah.., No complaints, just pure love, and unshakable faith.” This reflects her positivity during difficult times. Hina Khan was born in 1987. In 2008, she auditioned for Indian Idol where she reached the top 30. Later she made her debut on the television show ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’ as Akshara Shinghania in 2009. After that, in 2017, she joined Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 8. In the same year, she entered Bigg Boss 11, and in both shows, she ended up as first runner-up. In Bigg Boss 11, she earned the title of ‘Sher Khan’. In May 2024, she made her first Pollywood debut opposite Gippy Grewal in ‘Shinda Shinda No Papa’.
16 October,2024 06:08 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Rashmika Mandanna, who has a slew of titles lined up for release, loves savouring the flavours of Kochi. Her choice of treat was French toast. On Monday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared a series of goofy pictures of herself as she treated herself with some lip-smacking food and coffee a few days ago. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rashmika Mandanna (@rashmika_mandanna) She wrote in the caption, “I was in Kochi for the last few days, and I went to this place called @frenchtoastindia and their French toast ! OMG yummmy. And, coffee as usual. Coffee was a lil too strong for me, so make sure you ask for 20ml espresso cappuccino if you can’t have strong coffee like me”. She further mentioned, “Beautiful place, good food, and sweet people. Oh oh! Btw henceforth if I find nice places i order from or go to in my travels.. I am posting about it so that if you guys are in that city, you can also try”.Recently, the actress went to the temple and wished good luck to children for their exams and those who are looking for a job. Rashmika took to Instagram stories, where she shared a picture of herself. In the image, she is flashing a big smile and has holy ash along with kumkum on her forehead. She wrote on the picture, “I just had a second to go to a temple just now and I just felt like saying - god bless you all , kids - all the best for your exams, everyone looking for a job I hope all you get what you are looking for, I hope all your days are filled with love, joy and happiness Mwah! Big love!”. Last month, she suffered a minor accident, and gorged on laddoos during her recovery.
07 October,2024 10:43 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSBollywood actress Triptii Dimri, who has won hearts with her powerful performances, is currently in Ahmedabad promoting her latest film, ‘Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video’. Stepping into the comedy genre for the first time, the actress seems to be embracing the city’s vibrant culture with open arms. Triptii Dimri enjoys Gujarati thali in Ahmedabad Triptii Dimri gave her fans a glimpse of her Ahmedabad experience through her Instagram stories, where she posted a photo of a traditional Gujarati thali, captioned, “when in Ahmedabad.” The spread, filled with local delicacies, clearly left an impression on the star, who appeared to be enjoying every bite of the city’s flavors. Beyond food, Triptii is diving deep into the city’s festive spirit. As Ahmedabad gears up for Navratri, the actress is set to attend various dandiya events, soaking in the energy of the season and connecting with fans on the ground. Her presence at these local celebrations highlights her appreciation for the city’s traditions, making her visit a special one for the people of Ahmedabad. Triptii Dimri and her star-studded line-up for 2024 Triptii awaits the release of 'Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video'. The comedy-drama starring Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri is set in the backdrop of an early typical 90s-style love story with a twist that promises to give cinema lovers a sure shot of fun and joyride. The film helmed by 'Janhit Mein Jaari' fame director Raaj Shaandilyaa is slated for grand release on October 11, 2024. Triptii will also be seen with Kartik Aaryan in the upcoming horror-comedy 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' which is a sequel to its previous part. The film will also feature actress Vidya Balan alongside the 'Dhak-Dhak' girl of Bollywood, Madhuri Dixit. The upcoming thriller is helmed by director Anees Bazmee. As per makers, 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' will be released theatrically on the grand occasion of Diwali on November 1, 2024. Apart from that, the 'Qala' fame actress will also feature in Siddhant Chaturvedi-starrer 'Dhadak 2' helmed by Shazia Iqbal. Triptii will also be joining forces with actor Shahid Kapoor for an untitled project which will be directed by 'Haider' fame director Vishal Bhardwaj.
05 October,2024 05:01 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentParul Gulati, the lady who dons multiple hats, recently revealed that she is not only an actress, content creator, and businesswoman but also a big-time foodie. The actress considers herself "married" to Chole Bhature because of how much she loves the dish. In an exclusive chat on 'Mid-Day.com's' 'Mumbai Meri Jaan', Parul revealed her comfort food, favourite street food in Mumbai, and much more fun stuff. It is Samosa Pav over other things for Parul Gulati When asked if she is a Vada Pav or Chai-Pakora person, she revealed that she is more inclined towards Samosa Pav—and why not? It is one of the tastiest things you can find on the streets of Mumbai. Later in the conversation, as we were enjoying a fun chat and having a good laugh, a big revelation came out. Who is Parul Gulati married to? Did you know that Parul Gulati is married? Well, well, we were unaware of such big news too! But here's the twist—she isn’t married to a human but to a dish! Parul shared, "I call Chole Bhature your jijaji because I am married to it. That’s how much I love Chole Bhature, and there is nothing better than that." When we asked her where we could meet the best "jijaji"—as she fondly refers to Chole Bhature—she revealed that Nagpal and Haldiram are the safest bets. Apart from them, she added that one can always trust the ratings on food delivery apps and experiment with some of the outlets. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Parul Gulati 🤍 (@gulati06) Parul Gulati’s favourite chaat centre The foodie in Parul couldn’t stop there, and she later told us about her favourite chaat corner. She revealed that there's a Jackky Chaat Center on Gulmohar Road, Juhu, which, according to her, serves the best pani puri, dahi puri, and bhel she has ever had. What a cheat day in Parul Gulati’s life looks like? After all this chit-chat, we couldn’t help but wonder—what does a cheat day in Parul Gulati's life look like? Get ready because there's a lot of food coming your way! A cheat day in Parul’s life starts with an omelette. For lunch, she goes for Daal Baati, followed by stuffed garlic bread. And as if that isn't enough, Parul then orders some momos and tops it all off with lots of cold drinks and ice cream. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Parul Gulati 🤍 (@gulati06) To note, Parul Gulati, who was most recently seen in the web series 'Blue Tick', is also the "Malikin" (as she likes to be addressed) of a brand called Nish Hair.
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