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Gehraiyaan gets wild! Siddhant Chaturvedi takes ice bath for 7 minutes
Actor Siddhant Chaturvedi took on an extreme challenge, diving into a 4-degree Celsius ice bath as part of his experience for 'Gehraiyaan.’ The actor shared a video of himself sitting in ice-cold water for a challenging 7 minutes, showcasing his resilience and commitment to pushing his limits. For the caption, Siddhant simply wrote, “Gehraaaaaaaiyaaan!.” He also added the title track of the film to the video. The clip features Chaturvedi sitting in a tub filled with large ice cubes as he endures the freezing cold water for an intense 7 minutes. The text on the video read, “4 degree Celcius /7 minutes. (sic).” He also posted a blurry shot of himself after enduring the 7-minute ice bath, capturing the toll the freezing experience took on him. Interestingly, the Yudhra actor used the title of his film ‘Gehraiyaan’ as the caption for the post. Shakun Batra’s romantic drama also stars Deepika Padukone, Ananya Panday, and Dhairya Karwa in the lead roles. Rajat Kapoor and Naseeruddin Shah appeared in supporting roles. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Siddhant Chaturvedi (@siddhantchaturvedi) On the work front, Siddhant Chaturvedi will next be seen in the upcoming film, “Dhadak.” Speaking about the film at the NDTV Yuva event, the actor shared that the movie gave him the opportunity to explore his roots. Siddhant shared, “I would love to share the release date first; I hope Karan is watching this. But yeah, we have made a really strong and rooted film. Usually, I have been approached for urban roles, but I come from Ballia, a small town in UP, and this is my first time exploring such a genre. I'm very excited; it's a wonderful script with an amazing co-actress, Triptii. I wish I could share more, but for now, I’ll let the trailer do the talking. It will be out very soon this year. Fingers crossed.” “Dhadak 2,” directed by Shazia Iqbal and produced by Dharma Productions, serves as a sequel to “Dhadak,” which was itself a remake of the hit Marathi film “Sairat.”
09 April,2025 03:37 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Sonakshi Sinha reveals the secret to her glowing skin in latest Instagram post
Sonakshi Sinha decided to bless our feed with another fun video with husband Zaheer Iqbal. She took to her Instagram handle and revealed the secret to her glowing skin. The clip opens with Sonakshi doing her skincare. Next, we see Zaheer coming from behind and leaving his wife scared. Sonakshi's epic reaction makes Zaheer laugh out loud. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sonakshi Sinha (@aslisona) Dropping the post, Sonakshi wrote, "The secret to my glowing skin". Before this, Sonakshi celebrated Holi without hubby Zaheer this year. The stunner celebrated the festival on the set of her next, "Jatadhara". Dropping a sneak peek into the festivities, she shared a couple of fun photographs on IG. Posing in a white chicken salwar kameez, Sonakshi was seen flaunting her Holi colors. She wrote, "Holi haiiiiiiii!!! Rang barsao, khushiyaan manao!! Happy Holi mere doston, from the shoot of Jatadhara." Sonakshi further informed that she is spending Holi away from Zaheer due to her work commitment. (Comments mein thoda relax karo…@iamzahero mumbai mein hai, aur mein shoot pe hu isiliye saath mein nahi hai…thanda paani dalo sar pe)", she added. The makers of "Jatadhara" dropped the first look poster of Sonakshi this Women’s Day on March 8. The photo showed the 'Heeramandi' actress flaunting her elaborate traditional jewelry, including a golden headpiece, bangles, and rings in the pic. Sonakshi's bold makeup was completed with dark kohl-lined eyes, a red bindi, and a tilak on her forehead. Further intensifying her fierce look, Sonakshi covered part of her face with her hand, adorned with rings and long nails. The tagline on the poster read, "A Force of Strength and Power." Marking Sonakshi's Telugu debut, "Jatadhara” will feature Sudheer Babu as the lead. Helmed by Venkat Kalyan, the project will star Shilpa Shirodkar, Rain Anjali, and Divya Vij in key roles. Furthermore, Sonakshi will also be seen sharing screen space with Zaheer in the upcoming project "Tu Hai Meri Kiran." Directed by Karan Rawal and Sanjana Malhotra, the film marks their second on-screen pairing after the 2022 laughter ride "Double XXL." Her lineup also includes, “Nikita Roy and the Book of Darkness." 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
17 March,2025 09:33 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Rapper Badshah’s weight loss leaves the internet stunned
Rapper Badshah, who earlier opened up about his struggles with depression and anxiety and that he used to starve himself for his work just to look a certain way, has now left the internet stunned with his incredible weight loss and transformation. In a video shared by his clothing brand’s Instagram account, the Jugnu hitmaker appears to have lost a massive amount of weight. Watch the video below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BADFIT (@badfitinternational) Netizens react to Badshah’s weight loss As the video went viral, scores of netizens hopped on the comments section accusing the rapper of consuming ozempic - an infamous drug to cause instant weight loss. One user wrote, “Bollywood high on ozempic.” “Is it just me or he is looking a bit like AP Dhillon?” added another. One user commented, “Bhai itna slim kaise ho gaya, tips dedo.” Badshah on starving himself In an episode of 'Mirchi Shape of You' (2022), host Shilpa Shetty was in a candid conversation with Badshah. Bringing to the table his unfiltered personality in this episode, Badshah spilled his fitness secrets, broke some widely known fitness myths, and opened up about his severe anxiety disorder, clinical depression, and sleep apnea. Badshah admitted that he used to starve himself for his work just to look a certain way, found himself out of breath at performances, and unhappy for the most part. He shared, "At first, I would suddenly starve myself. This is why I used to put on a lot of weight as well. But now, I have stopped suppressing my desires and eating what I want but not in quantities I will regret later. Due to our profession, we have a lot of bad eating habits. We don't even eat on time. Now, I am addicted to salads. I think, for anyone who wants to lose weight, it is a lifestyle." "There were a lot of reasons to shed weight; one of them was that my job required me to perform on stage for 120 minutes - for which, I have to be active. After the lockdown, when I went up on stage to perform...that's when I realised that I didn't have enough stamina. I would be panting within 15 minutes. Another reason was that I suffered from sleep apnea that kept becoming intense; which is very dangerous," he added.
11 March,2025 09:46 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Deepika Padukone to appear on PM Modi-led Pariksha Pe Charcha
Bollywood beauty Deepika Padukone will feature on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's interaction programme 'Pariksha Pe Charcha'. She has been roped in to address students who are set to appear for this year's Board examinations. Deepika took to Instagram and thanked PM Modi for his commitment towards the cause of mental health. Deepika Padukone to appear on Pariksha Pe Charcha Sharing a clip of the promo from Pariksha Pe Charcha featuring Deepika Padukone, PM Modi wrote on his Instagram stories, "Among the most common topics exam warriors want to discuss is mental health and wellbeing. Therefore, this year's Pariksha Pe Charcha has an episode specially dedicated to this topic.” Re-sharing the same, Deepika wrote, "Thank you honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi for your commitment towards the cause of mental health. I look forward to launching our episode tomorrow." The episode will be aired on February 12. The promo shows the actor interacting with the students, engaging in fun activities, and reminiscing about her days at school revealing that she was a naughty kid. About Pariksha Pe Charcha Besides Deepika, other eminent personalities like Mary Kom, Avani Lekhara, Rujuta Divekar, Sonali Sabharwal, FoodPharmer, Vikrant Massey, Bhumi Pednekar, Technical Guruji, and Radhika Gupta will also be part of the journey to empower students. It is an initiative by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to transform exam-related stress into a festival of learning, which witnessed unprecedented growth in its 8th edition. Since its beginning in 2018, PPC has evolved into a nationwide movement, garnering a staggering 3.56 crore registrations for its 8th edition in 2025. The overwhelming participation in PPC reflects a growing awareness and acceptance of the importance of mental well-being and holistic education. The program's interactive format, which involves open dialogue between students, teachers, and the Prime Minister, has further contributed to its success. Deepika Padukone's work front Deepika recently featured in Rohit Shetty’s action-entertainer ‘Singham Again’ as Shakti Shetty. The film also starred Ranveer Singh, Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Arjun Kapoor, and Jackie Shroff. After welcoming her daughter in September 2024 with her husband Ranveer Singh, she made her first professional appearance at designer Sabyasachi’s 25th-anniversary show. Interestingly, Sabya had also designed Deepika’s wedding outfits. She has been his favourite muse over the years.
11 February,2025 04:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Alia Bhatt shares intense workout video, gives major motivation
Alia Bhatt is a fitness freak and often gives fans glimpses of her workout routines. The actress, on Sunday, took to her Instagram account to post an intense workout video, showing her sweating it out at the gym. The 'Raazi' actress added a caption that read, "The struggle is important." Soon after Alia dropped the pictures, fans chimed in in the comment section. One user commented, "Ab is back to fitness," while another called her the "most hardworking actress." Take a look View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alia Bhatt 💛 (@aliaabhatt) Last month, the actress grabbed the eyeballs in a black sari at designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee's 25-year celebration runway show. She looked absolutely regal in her black sari and embellished blouse at the event. Meanwhile, on the acting front, Alia will be seen headlining the spy drama Alpha with Sharvari. Directed by Shiv Rawail, Alpha is set to be a notable addition to Yash Raj Films' acclaimed spy universe. She is also set to appear in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's upcoming film Love and War, which also stars Vicky Kaushal and Ranbir Kapoor. Alia Bhatt earlier collaborated with Bhansali in the 2022 drama Gangubai Kathiawadi. The film was officially announced in January 2024. The original announcement on Instagram read, "We Bring You Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Epic Saga 'Love & War.' See You At The Movies Christmas 2025." It was accompanied by the signatures of the lead trio, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal. 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
10 February,2025 09:22 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI
Jacqueline Fernandez opens up about her fitness regime
Actor Jacqueline Fernandez believes in living a healthy life. She never takes her health for granted as she focuses on eating nutritious food and working out. Opening up about her fitness regime, Jacqueline told ANI, "I pay a lot of attention to my fitness. It has helped me a lot in my life...It is a big part of mental health. You learn a lot through fitness." Her Instagram feed is also filled with pictures and videos of her exercising to stay fit. Meanwhile, on the professional front, Jacqueline on Saturday walked as a showstopper for designer Kanika Goyal at a fashion event powered by Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) in Chandigarh. She looked gorgeous in a black metallic crop top that she paired with a white sequin skirt. For the glam, she opted for dewy make-up and kept her hair open. View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial) Speaking of her acting projects, she was recently seen in 'Fateh' with Sonu Sood. The film, an action-packed thriller inspired by real-life cybercrime events during the COVID-19 pandemic, marks Sood's directorial debut and has already gained considerable attention for its gripping narrative and high-octane action sequences. In an interview with ANI, Sood shared insights into his journey as a filmmaker, and his decision to choose the action genre for his directorial debut, including working with legendary actor Naseeruddin Shah for the first time as a director. When discussing his experience of directing Naseeruddin Shah, Sood expressed admiration for the veteran actor's incredible discipline and approach to cinema. "I have already worked with him in 'Maximum' as an actor and I believe Naseer sir is like an institute in himself. As an actor, being on set with him allows you to learn so much. His approach towards cinema, his discipline, is incredible," said Sood. 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
09 February,2025 07:55 AM IST | Chandigarh (Punjab) | ANI
Fitness enthusiast Shilpa Shetty shows how to squat till you get those glutes
Actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra, who was last seen in the streaming series 'Indian Police Force', is sharing her fitness advice for keeping those glutes perfectly toned. On Monday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared a video of herself from her fitness session. The video shows her performing squats with the help of a trainer as they joined their feet and squatted down. The actress was unable to get the right form of the squats exercise but cracked it by the third attempt. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty) She wrote in the caption, "Squat, squat till you get those glutes. What's a challenge without a little struggle? Third attempt, but I got it done! Set the tone for your week. Push your limits and surprise yourself". Earlier, the actress and her husband, Raj Kundra’s premises were raided by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). After this, Raj had issued a public statement about him fully complying with the authorities. Raj took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and penned a long note. He wrote, “To whom it may concern, While the media seems to have a flair for drama, let's set the record straight: I'm fully complying with the ongoing investigation that has been unfolding for the last four years. As for the claims of 'associates', 'pornography' and 'money laundering', let's just say that no amount of sensationalism will cloud the truth, in the end, justice will prevail”. He further mentioned, “A note to the media: It's unacceptable to repeatedly drag my wife's name into unrelated matters. Please respect the boundaries. #ED”. The recent ED searches were part of an ongoing investigation into an alleged money laundering case. On October 3, Kundra, who is facing accusations of money laundering through bitcoin, received a notice from the Enforcement Directorate, instructing him to vacate his Juhu bungalow and Pune farmhouse. In response, he filed a petition with the Mumbai High Court challenging the notice. The businessman was arrested by the Mumbai Crime Branch in July 2021 in connection with the case, facing multiple charges under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Information Technology Act. He was later granted bail by a city court. 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
21 January,2025 08:11 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Actress Nikita Dutta runs 21 km at Mumbai Marathon for 6th year
Mumbai came alive with the electrifying energy of the iconic Mumbai Marathon 2025, held on January 19. Thousands of fitness enthusiasts gathered to celebrate endurance, resilience, and the spirit of community. Among them was actress Nikita Dutta, achieving a remarkable milestone as she completed her sixth Mumbai Marathon. Nikita Dutta runs the Mumbai Marathon for 6th time Admired for her dedication to health and fitness, Nikita reflected on the significance of the event in her life in a social media post and wrote, "It's my 10th year of running! Can I once again mention how amazing it feels to run the @tatamummarathon. It’s when this city comes truly alive. To another year of doing this ritual 21.097 km done and dusted #HalfMarathon #21km #TataMumbaiMarathon2025 #WeAreAllBornToRun" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nikita Dutta (@nikifying) Nikita Dutta's inspiring dedication to fitness Balancing a demanding career in the entertainment industry with her passion for fitness, Nikita has consistently inspired her fans to prioritize physical and mental well-being. Known for her disciplined approach, she incorporates everything from yoga to high-intensity workouts into her routine. For her, running is more than exercise - it's a meditative experience that helps her stay grounded and focused. The Mumbai Marathon has become more than just a sporting event. It serves as a platform promoting health awareness and community spirit while emphasizing the transformative power of consistent exercise in today’s fast-paced, sedentary world. On the professional front, Nikita Dutta is gearing up for the release of her much-anticipated film, Jewel Thief, alongside Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat. Directed by Robbie Grewal and produced by Siddharth Anand’s Marflix Production, the film is set to premiere on Netflix later this year. She was earlier seen in the role of Jiah Sharma in the Shahid Kapoor starrer Kabir Singh (2019). From the big screen to the marathon track, Nikita Dutta continues to inspire with her unwavering dedication to fitness and excellence.
19 January,2025 02:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Manisha Koirala hits the gym hours after 7.1 intensity tremors shake Kathmandu
Manisha Koirala is very particular about her fitness schedule and doesn’t skip any chance to hit the gym. The Dil Se actress is currently in her hometown of Kathmandu, Nepal. The actress woke up due to a 7.1 magnitude earthquake, but it didn’t affect her consistency at the gym, as she hit the gym a few hours later. On Tuesday morning, Manisha took to her Instagram stories to share a video in selfie mode. Manisha Koirala hits gym after earthquake wakes her up In the video, she is seen hitting the treadmill at a Kathmandu gym. She is wearing a navy blue jacket paired with bright orange tights. Her cap matches her jacket. She has tied a pink scarf around her neck, and her sunglasses rest on her cap. Along with the video, she wrote, "After #earthquake woke us up in the morning!!!" An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 shook the northern foothills of the Himalayas near one of Tibet’s holiest cities on Tuesday morning. According to Chinese authorities, at least 53 people were killed, and buildings in neighboring countries of Nepal, Bhutan, and India were shaking. The earthquake hit at 9:05 am. Tremors are not something new to the country of Nepal. A high-intensity tremor with a magnitude of 7.8 struck the city of Nepal in 2015, killing about 9,000 people and injuring thousands in the worst quake ever in Nepal. Manisha Koirala recalls the time when she was battling cancer In 2012, Manisha was diagnosed with the last stage of ovarian cancer. Recalling that period, Manisha had told ANI, “When I was diagnosed in Nepal, I was very fearful, obviously, like everybody else, extremely. We were in Jaslok Hospital. There also, when the doctors came, the two, three doctors, the top doctors, and I spoke to them, I felt I was going to die. And I felt this was the end of me. We knew some two, three known people, figures, we knew that they had gone to New York and done the treatment. And my grandfather also had gone to Sloan Kettering and done the treatment." Manisha further said, “There were a lot of times I remember I would break down and I would see only darkness, hopelessness and pain and fear...I knew one thing, if I got a second chance at life, I had to go and fix the score because life gave me so much. And I felt I was the one who ruined everything. So I wanted to correct that mistake. I felt responsible towards my work... because there were so many fans I had disappointed by doing bad films. I prayed that if I got a second chance, I really wanted to do the best that I could and not disappoint my fans." Manisha Koirala enchanted audiences with her last performance in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 2024 web series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar.
07 January,2025 09:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Madha Gaja Raja actor Vishal not well? Trembling hands at event raise concerns
Actor Vishal, who is making news for his upcoming film Madha Gaja Raja, recently attended the pre-release event of his long-delayed movie. Directed by Sundar C, Madha Gaja Raja was completed about 12 years ago, but it hasn't been able to see daylight until now. After 12 years of long wait, the film is all set to release on the big screen on January 12, 2025. The movie, which faced a major delay, is now releasing during the Pongal festival. Vishal was struggling with fever As Vishal attended the event for his Madha Gaja Raja film, he was not seen in good health. Reportedly, Vishal had a high fever during his visit to the grand event. His high fever raised quite a concern among fans, as during the event, Vishal appeared visibly unwell. He even needed assistance while walking, and a few videos of his shaky hands during his speech have sparked concern among fans on social media. Actor #Vishal 🥹❤️Though he is suffering from high fever, he came to promote his film #MadhaGajaRaja ...Dedication 💪 ❤️pic.twitter.com/qb1o3vHvuh — Movies4u Official (@Movies4u_Officl) January 5, 2025 Fans concerned for Rajat’s health Fans of the actor have taken to social media and raised concerns for the actor's health. "Though he is suffering from high fever, he came to promote his film #MadhaGajaRaja. Dedication," wrote a user on X (formerly Twitter). Another commented, "What happened to Vishal? His hands were shaking, and he couldn't even hold the mic. Get well soon, na." Another fan, while reacting to the video, shared, "Viral hit song for #MadhaGajaRaja but Vishal. High virus 🦠 fever 🥵 get well soon actor Vishal..." "There is a somersault action sequence in #MadhaGajaRaja. It got wrongly landed and hit my back head. I thought my career was over. The doctor said I survived because I’m doing workouts. Even after that incident, I completed the stunt sequence," Vishal shared at the pre-release event. More about Madha Gaja Raja The film Madha Gaja Raja has an ensemble cast that includes Anjali, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Sathish, Sonu Sood, and the late Manobala. It was originally launched in 2012. During the event, director Sundar C expressed his excitement about the film's release. "Tiruppur Subramaniam sir recently watched Madha Gaja Raja and told me, 'The film still looks good after so many years.' I don't want to overhype it because the audience might troll me later, but I'm happy the movie is releasing for Pongal," he said with a laugh.
06 January,2025 01:01 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Helen Mirren’s 12-minute exercise hack that keeps her fit at 79
Actress Helen Mirren has shared the secret behind her keeping on top of her appearance at 79. The actress, who later this year will celebrate her 80th birthday, has followed her strict exercise routine since the 1960s and she has no intentions of slowing down. However, her routine is based on a Canadian military workout and it includes toe-touching, knee-raising, jumping, leg lifting and push ups, reports ‘Mirror.co.uk’. But Dame Helen, who remains in incredible shape and is often praised for her looks admits that while gym membership prices are on the rise, her workout can be done anywhere. The workout conceived in the 1950s by Doctor Bill Orban to spike the fitness of Canadian air force newbies has been endorsed by the Oscar-winning actress Helen who swears you can execute it anywhere with hardly any gear. As per ‘Mirror.co.uk’, Helen previously revealed, "I'm a big believer in the Canadian Air Force women's exercise regime, which is 12 minutes. It is an exercise regime that starts from very low and easy, then if you follow it through, it can become quite difficult”. She earlier told ‘Vogue’, "I've never gotten past the second level, but it's a nice little exercise programme. Nothing extreme, but you need to do it every day. It's all to do with taking control of yourself”. The 10-step routine includes 30 seconds of toe touching, knee raises, lateral bending, and arm circling each, two minutes of sit-ups, one minute of chest and leg raises, one minute of side leg-raises, two minutes of push-ups from a kneeling position, one minute of leg lifts and three minutes of running and hopping. Despite adhering to this strict military-style regimen, Dame Helen admitted in 2021 that she does occasionally give in to her craving for fish and chips, saying, "I'm the first one at the fish and chips”. She also believes in working from the "inside out", suggesting that our diet can affect our mental wellbeing, "But what you're putting inside your body does influence how you feel about yourself, so start there”. 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
03 January,2025 08:08 AM IST | Los Angeles | IANS