Bollywood actress Mallika Sherawat, who is returning to the movies with ‘Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video’ starring Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri, recently got candid about the times heroes from the entertainment industry would ring her up late at night asking to meet. She also revealed how one actor she worked with wanted to get inside her bedroom. Who could it be from the tri-murti of welcome?byu/chintukimummyok inBollyBlindsNGossip Mallika Sherawat says Bollywood heroes would call to see her at night A viral video on Reddit shows Mallika Sherawat speaking to a media outlet, “Some heroes would call me and say ‘come and see me at night’. Aur main phone pe kehti thi, ‘Why should I come and see you at night? For what?’ They would say, ‘Aree tum itne bold roles kar leti ho screen pe, toh mere ko raat ko milne mein kya problem hai?’ The heroes were taking this kind of liberties with me. They were thinking ke jab yeh parde pe itne bold scenes karti hai, toh humare saath bhi bold ho sakti hai, humare saath bhi toh compromise kar sakti hai. I am not like that.'" When a hero knocked on Mallika Sherawat’s door at 12 AM Mallika added, “I was shooting for a very big film in Dubai with a big star cast. It's a superhit film, people have loved it. I did a comedy role. The film's hero would knock on my door at midnight. I thought he'd break my door. Because he wanted to come inside my bedroom. And I was like 'No, it's not going to happen'. The hero never worked with me again after that.” Mallika Sherawat’s acting front Mallika stepped into cinema in 2002 with the film ‘Jeena Sirf Merre Liye’, where she was credited as Reema Lamba. Her journey to stardom began in 2000 when she got the title of a sex symbol courtesy of her performance in the Emraan Hashmi-starrer ‘Murder’, a 2004 romantic thriller. The actress was then seen in the West with movies such as ‘Hisss’ and ‘Politics of Love’. Her credits also include movies including ‘Khwahish’, ‘Bachke Rehna Re Baba’, ‘Pyaar Ke Side Effects’, ‘Aap Ka Suroor - The Real Love Story’, ‘Welcome’ and ‘Kis Kis Ki Kismat’ among many others.
23 October,2024 10:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMallika Sherawat returned to the big screen after a gap with the recently released film 'Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video'. The actress plays a pivotal role in the comedy that also stars Rajkummar Rao, Triptii Dimri, Vijay Raaz and others. The actress who is known for her bold roles on screen recently spoke about the challenges she faced after the success of her film 'Murder' opposite Emraan Hashmi. The film put her on the map but the fame came with its own set of challenges, especially from her Bollywood contemporaries. Mallika Sherawat on how 'Murder' changed her life According to a report in News18, Mallika while talking to Ranveer Allahbadia on his podcast, shared, "Murder gave me stardom, but most importantly, it gave me economic independence. For me, winning awards was never the goal. What mattered was being able to live life on my own terms and make decisions, regardless of whether they were right or wrong. Fame is just a byproduct.” Mallika also spoke about the change of attitude towards her after the success of 'Murder'. She said, "Murder changed everything. Suddenly, everyone recognised me, and their attitude toward me shifted. Fame back then was much bigger. In the early 2000s, I carved out a space for myself, but today’s newcomers have to deal with a different reality. No matter how big a hit a film is, it fades from memory within two weeks because of the tsunami of content.” The actress also spoke about doing roles distinct from her contemporaries and how the era was not ready for the kind of roles she did. "The culture wasn’t ready for me back then, and it wasn’t ready for Murder either. Only now has Bollywood caught up to where I was in 2004. At that time, actresses were expected to follow a certain code of conduct. They were shy, while I was unapologetic. With Murder, a femme fatale was introduced.” "There are some big-name actresses in Bollywood whose names I won’t take, but they were condescending to my face," she added. Sherawat said that she then sought solace from her mentor, Mahesh Bhatt. "I ran to him crying, and he told me, ‘Enjoy it cause the day they stop talking about you they will cry.' He said that you should feel happy that he is talking about you. I think he was trying to toughen me up.”
23 October,2024 10:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMallika Sherawat—the name itself reminds us to get our dancing shoes on. The actress, who has made us all dance to her moves, is turning a year older, and what better way to celebrate Mallika's birthday than by adding some of her 'dhinchak' dance numbers to our playlist and spending the entire night grooving? Well, we believe it’s the perfect time to elevate our playlist. So, on Mallika Sherawat's birthday, here are her top 5 songs that are sure to get you dancing: Top 5 dance numbers of Mallika Sherawat Mayya Mayya from 'Guru' This one has to top the chart when it comes to enjoying Mallika Sherawat's dance numbers. This song from 'Guru' is pure nostalgia. When it came out, the world went bonkers over Mallika's moves. This peppy track became an instant hit, with people dancing to it from sangeet ceremonies to parties everywhere. Mallika's sensual moves paired with stunning costumes still leave hearts skipping beats. Jalebi Bai from 'Double Dhamal' This song was more of a 'Double Tabahi' in hearts. Though 'Double Dhamal' didn’t do great, this song became a chartbuster. Mallika had the world drooling over her dance moves in this peppy track. The song's signature step was like the cherry on top, adding another layer of charm to the ever-shining Mallika. We know everyone reading this already has "Jalebi Bai" playing in their heads! Laila from 'Tezz' Mallika is the OG Laila, and she captivates the screen in this dance number from 'Tezz'. The number features Mallika in a glamorous avatar, and it still leaves the world swooning. Sung by Sunidhi Chauhan, Mallika’s sensuous dance style steals hearts. The song adds a glamorous touch to the film. Shalu Ke Thumke from 'Bin Bulaye Baraati' Munni bhi maani, Sheila bhi maani, and to be honest, we also agree that the world is crazy for Mallika aka Shalu Ke Thumke. Her dance moves are full of energy, adding a lively and peppy vibe to the film. Set to an upbeat, catchy tune, Mallika’s performance is bold and unapologetic, perfectly complementing the song’s cheeky lyrics. Ghaghara from 'Dirty Politics' In the song "Ghaghara" from 'Dirty Politics' (2015), Mallika Sherawat exudes rural charm while performing in traditional attire. This song still lives rent-free in our hearts, thanks to Mallika's stunning moves. Set against the politically charged narrative, the song adds a glamorous touch to the film, and Mallika shines like a queen.
23 October,2024 10:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actor Govinda and comedian Krushna Abhishek have finally put their seven-year-long feud to an end. This happened after the recent accident when Govinda mistakenly shot himself in the leg with his own revolver. It was Kashmera Shah who visited Govinda when he was admitted to the hospital; later, when he was discharged, Krushna visited his uncle at home to check on him. Krushna couldn't visit the actor earlier as he was touring in Australia. In an interview with Etimes, after visiting his uncle and getting an update on his health, Krushna confirmed that they have finally let their differences go. The actor-comedian said, "We've finally buried the hatchet and moved on.” Krushna shared experience of meeting Govinda after many years He also shared that meeting Tina Ahuja, Govinda's daughter, was an emotional moment for him. Talking about the reunion, he said, “We laughed, joked, and reminisced about old times. It felt just like before. All those years I spent living with mama and mami (Sunita) in their home flashed before my eyes. Maine mama ko bola ki hall toh poora badal gaya hai. Ab sab issues resolve ho gaye hain, sab gile shikve door ho gaye hain (I told him the hall has changed completely. Everything has been resolved and there are no grudges)." Krushna shared he couldn’t meet Govinda’s wife He further continued and added that they didn't talk about the past, saying, "I am glad there was no mention of the past, and that’s how families are. There can be misunderstandings, but nothing can keep us apart for long. I couldn’t meet mami as she was busy, but honestly, I was a bit scared to face her because I knew she would scold me.” Krushna wishes to maintain good bonds Krushna also added that he really wished to maintain good bonds with his chichi mama Govinda. “I’m glad we’ve finally buried the hatchet and moved on. Now I’ll keep visiting, and I’ll also meet mami (aunt),” he added. On a concluding note, he also gave a health update on the actor and shared that he is doing better now and is able to move around the house with the help of crutches.
23 October,2024 09:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAamir Khan's 'Ghajini' was one of the major blockbusters. The film, originally released in Tamil, starred Suriya in the lead role. Now, there has been discussion regarding a sequel in both languages, but the actors don't want to attach the "remake" label to the sequel. Reports suggest that both actors will shoot the two versions of 'Ghajini 2' simultaneously and release them on the same day. Ghajini 2 is happening According to Pinkvilla, Suriya will play the lead role in the Tamil version, while Aamir will reprise his role for the Hindi version. In conversation with the portal, Suriya said, "It's surprising that you asked me about 'Ghajini 2' now. After a long time, Allu Aravind approached me with the idea of a sequel and asked if it would be possible. I said, 'Definitely, sir, we can consider it.' Yes, the talks have started, and things are in process. 'Ghajini 2' might happen." Suriya and Aamir Khan to shoot for Ghajini 2 The news portal also quoted a source saying, "With the rise of pan-India films, remakes of cult movies with popular stars are becoming a thing of the past. Both Suriya and Aamir Khan are excited about 'Ghajini 2', but they don't want the 'remake' label attached to the film. They are also concerned that releasing one version before the other could take away from the novelty factor, and they have expressed these concerns to the producers. After hearing both actors out, Allu Aravind and Madhu Mantena proposed a solution: shoot the two versions of 'Ghajini 2' simultaneously and release them on the same day." "Creating a sequel to a cult classic like 'Ghajini' comes with significant responsibility, as the first part was a game-changer for both actors. Their priority is to ensure that the sequel feels organic and isn't made purely for financial gain. They both like the concept but are awaiting narrations at various stages of development. The script is currently being worked on, and we should have a clearer idea of the progress by mid-2025," the report further added. Suriya thanks Aamir Khan for introducing him to the fraternity Earlier today, during the press conference for his upcoming film 'Kanguva', Suriya thanked Mr. Perfectionist Aamir Khan for introducing him to the entire fraternity. While addressing the media, Suriya shared, "I can't thank you all enough for the love you have been giving me. If I have to recollect, it started with Aamir sir coming to the media and talking about me, saying, 'He is the person who did the original version of 'Ghajini'.' It all started there, and he introduced me to the entire media, the entire fraternity, and the country. Thanks to him for putting my name on the map. 'Ghajini' was a very important film, and then 'Singham' was a very important film."
23 October,2024 07:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRemember 'Ghajini'? The 2008 film starring Aamir Khan is one of the most loved films in Hindi cinema, but 'Ghajini' was a remake—yes, you heard that right. Aamir Khan's film was a remake of Suriya's 2005 film of the same name. Now, as Suriya gears up for his pan-Indian cinematic spectacle 'Kanguva', during the press conference, the actor thanked Mr Perfectionist for introducing him to the entire fraternity Suriya thanked Aamir Khan While addressing the media, Suriya shared, "I can’t thank you all enough for the love you have been giving me. If I have to recollect, it started with Aamir sir coming to the media and talking about me, saying, 'He is the person who did the original version of 'Ghajini'.' It all started there, and he introduced me to the entire media, the entire fraternity, and the country. Thanks to him for putting my name on the map. 'Ghajini' was a very important film, and then 'Singham' was a very important film." Suriya's 'Kanguva' Release Date Pushed for Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyaan' The film was initially slated for release on October 11. However, the makers announced its postponement to avoid a clash with Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyaan'. The Tamil film marks Rajinikanth's 170th project and Amitabh Bachchan's debut in Tamil cinema. The film also stars Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, and Manju Warrier in key roles. Earlier, at an event revealing the postponement, Suriya said, “For almost three years, over 1,000 people have given their heart and soul to this film. Siva and the team worked in testing conditions to make 'Kanguva' a reality. I believe that you, the audience, will shower the love and respect upon 'Kanguva'’s release.” The film is planned for release in 10 languages. Now, 'Kanguva' will hit the big screens on November 14, 2024. About Suriya and Bobby Deol's Kanguva Directed by Siva, Kanguva is the biggest and most expensive film of the year. With an estimated budget of over Rs 350 crore, it's bigger than Pushpa, Singham, and several other big films. Moreover, the film has been shot across seven different countries on various continents. The makers had a very specific look in mind, as this is a unique film set in the prehistoric period. They even hired experts from Hollywood for key technical departments such as action and cinematography. The film also boasts one of the biggest war sequences ever, featuring over 10,000 people.
23 October,2024 06:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVeteran actress Jaya Bachchan's mother and Amitabh Bachchan's mother-in-law, Indira Bhaduri, has suffered a spinal fracture. Reportedly, she had been unwell for the past few days. It was just yesterday that Abhishek Bachchan was rushed to Bhopal after her condition became critical. Now, the Bachchan family, including Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, and others, are on their way to Bhopal. Abhishek Bachchan's team clarified the claims Recently, several media reports claimed that Jaya Bachchan’s mother, Indira Bhaduri, had passed away, stating that her son Abhishek Bachchan rushed to Bhopal in response to the tragic news. However, these reports have been confirmed as false. An official note from Abhishek Bachchan's team has clarified that Indira Bhaduri is alive and fine. The note reads, "At this time, Jaya Bachchan and her family have not experienced any loss. Fans are encouraged to remain supportive and to await credible updates rather than engaging with misleading information. The emotional toll on families during trying times is profound, and they should not have to contend with the added burden of false reports. Let’s respect the privacy of the Bachchan family during this time and focus on reliable sources for any updates in the future." ABP news has also put out a statement by her caretaker which stated that she is fine and she has a minor fracture in her spine, which is why she is in the hospital. The caretaker said, "She is eating and drinking and also talking." About Jaya Bachchan's mother Indira Bhaduri, who lives in Bhopal, was married to journalist Taroon Bhaduri, who passed away in 1996. Jaya Bachchan's parents have long been rooted in Madhya Pradesh, where even the veteran actress was born. Several reports have claimed that Amitabh Bachchan, along with other family members, is arriving in Bhopal by chartered plane. Notably, both Abhishek and Shweta Bachchan are very close to their grandmother. Jaya Bachchan was last seen in the film 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani', which was a critical and commercial hit. She played the role of a strict matriarch in the film that also stars Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Shabana Azmi, and Dharmendra.
23 October,2024 05:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Kay Kay Menon was hospitalized in September after being diagnosed with malaria, but things worsened for him when he was shifted to the ICU. The actor, who was discharged from the hospital three days ago, has now shared a health update, stating that he will resume shooting for his upcoming projects from November 10. Kay Kay Menon shares health update through text Kay Kay Menon told 'Times Now' that doctors have advised him to take complete rest for two more weeks as he is still very weak. The actor also revealed that he lost a lot of weight during his fight with malaria, so ensuring proper nutrition will be very important for him. As he was unable to talk properly, he communicated everything through a text message, where he said, "Doctors have advised a minimum of two weeks' total rest and careful nutrition since I have lost too much weight. I am unable to speak much because my voice is still not in order. Hence, communicating through text. I am assuming that by November 10 or so, I shall be fit enough to resume my professional work.” Kay Kay Menon’s recent release web series Kay Kay Menon is currently receiving a lot of positive responses for his work in the recently released streaming series 'Shekhar Home'. Set in the early 1990s in the tranquil town of Lonpur, Bengal, 'Shekhar Home' is an ode to times when technology was unheard of, and human intelligence was the only thing one could rely on. 'Shekhar Home' premiered on JioCinema Premium on August 14. On the work front, Kay Kay Menon is known for his roles in 'Famous', 'Mumbai City', 'Vodka Diaries', 'Ghazi Attack', 'Shaadisthan', 'Singh Is Bliing', 'Baby', 'Rahasya', 'Haider', 'Shahid', 'ABCD', 'Bhindi Bazaar Inc', and more. Kay Kay Menon’s upcoming project Kay Kay Menon will next be seen in Citadel: Honey Bunny, alongside lead stars Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu. Written by Sita R. Menon and Raj & DK, and directed by Raj & DK, the show serves as a prequel to the original Citadel series which stars Priyanka Chopra, and Richard Madden. It is set to release on an OTT platform on November 7, 2024.
23 October,2024 04:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentYesterday, Zeenat Aman started sharing a story about how she signed on for Raj Kapoor's Satyam Shivam Sundaram. The veteran actress, who is set to star in Bun Tikki, concluded her Instagram post by talking about how she reached the cottage where Raj Kapoor was staying, dressed in traditional clothing to embody 'Rupa.' Today, she continued her story and shared how she was officially inducted into the movie. Zeenat Aman says gold guineas given by Raj Kapoor were stolen She ended her caption yesterday saying, “When I reached The Cottage I was greeted at the door by John, Rajji's (Raj Kapoor) right-hand man. He looked quizzically at me but followed my request - ‘Saabji ko kaho ki Rupa ayi hai.'” Starting her story again, she stated, "Continued from yesterday Ever-reliable John delivered my message, and soon ushered me into Rajji’s view. Oh! How amused was the great director to see me dressed as a maimed village belle!" Talking about what transpired after she presented herself, Zeenat recalled, "I later learnt that he was very moved that an actress of my stature would go to such lengths to prove herself. When his laughter died down, Rajji excused himself to make a telephone call. Twenty minutes later, his most gracious wife Krishna ji was at the door with a handful of gold guineas in her purse. Rajji handed these to me with great aplomb as my signing amount… and so it was that I came to be Rupa." Zeenat Aman reveals Satyam Shivam Sundaram's money was stolen from her But the most shocking part of the story was undoubtedly the fact that the signing-on money was stolen from her home. The veteran actress said, "I held onto those guineas for decades until they were stolen from my home a few years ago. Still, given a choice between this memory and that gold, I will always choose the memory." "On another note, the image in my previous post depicts Rajji fixing my scars on set. The glue used to give me this appearance played absolute havoc on my skin for weeks! As for this wonderful picture of me with the Kapoors. I can’t for the life of me remember where it was taken! Any film buffs out there who can give me a clue?" She concluded.
23 October,2024 01:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThere has been much talk about the entertainment industry making room for stories over stars. But the on-ground reality is different, says Sanjay Gupta. The filmmaker learnt it the hard way as he set out to make The Miranda Brothers, starring Harshvardhan Rane and Meezaan Jafri. “To pull off such a film isn’t easy. I started my digital wing because we cannot ignore OTT,” he states. The casting for the football drama, set to première on JioCinema, had to be simple. The director needed two actors well-versed in the sport. “I wanted to make the film immediately. If I were to go to Varun [Dhawan] or Sidharth [Malhotra], I would have to wait for a year. None of the stars at that time were willing to do a direct-to-OTT film. Even now, most of them are not. As I shot this movie in Goa, I learnt that I’m not dependent on a crew of 300. You can be a big-ticket director and yet make a movie that you feel for. Every film doesn’t have to be with mega stars.” Sanjay Gupta The Miranda Brothers is a departure for Gupta, who, over the past three decades, has made movies about the Bombay underworld—be it the Shootout franchise, or Mumbai Saga (2019). But today, even as the underworld has reared its ugly head again with Baba Siddique’s murder, the director says the current environment can’t be reflected on celluloid. “These times cannot be chronicled because everything is state-controlled, even crime. You have Lawrence Bishnoi sitting in the Sabarmati jail, putting out videos and messages. What’s going on! This is a show of law and order collapsing. Ektaa [R Kapoor] and I are working on the third edition of the Shootout franchise. One of the decisions we’ve made is not to set it in Mumbai. These are uncertain times. So, we are researching to do [a story] outside Mumbai.” Harshvardhan Rane and Meezaan Jafri in The Miranda Brothers This restraint is not in crime stories alone. Gupta rues that he has to often hold back as a filmmaker, given the current scenario. “If you’re an intelligent filmmaker and not too stubborn, you make the changes yourself because the legal department and OTT platforms go through the script and they censor it [preemptively]. They say this may land us in trouble, that may land us in trouble. It’s an atmosphere of fear. You cannot have fearless storytelling anymore. My next show is based on a true story that happened in Mumbai in front of our eyes, it was appalling. But we’re changing the names because you can’t take names anymore. I feel disillusioned on behalf of the new generation of filmmakers. They all have a voice. But how many of them will be able to express what they truly want to? There is no medium. Earlier, it seemed that you can say what you want on OTT. But now it has become the most censored as people heavily come down on them. Today, the filmmaker’s agency is taken away.”
23 October,2024 12:28 PM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuNitesh Tiwari's 2016 hit wrestling drama Dangal, featuring Aamir Khan, likely made Babita Phogat a well-known name, but it didn't help her family financially. In a recent interview with News 24, the wrestler-turned-politician revealed how much the Phogat family was paid by the filmmakers for the rights to tell their story. Babita Phogat on how much her family earned from 'Dangal' When asked how much money the Phogat family made from the makers of Dangal, she revealed it was less than 1% of the film's total box office earnings. To put it in perspective, Dangal made about ₹2,000 crore globally. When the host mentioned a figure of ₹20 crore for the Phogat family, she clarified that it was actually around ₹1 crore, which is half of 10% of that amount. This deal was finalized before Aamir Khan became involved as a producer, during the scripting phase with director Nitesh Tiwari's team. Babita revealed, “My father (Mahavir Singh Phogat) had said only one thing – ‘We want people’s respect and love. Leave everything else.'” She mentioned that she became well-known thanks to the support of the people rather than just the movie. She also recalled that when Aamir joined the project, his team suggested changing the characters' names, but Mahavir wouldn't agree to that. Babita also shared that after Dangal was a big hit, her father proposed to Aamir's team that they open a wrestling academy in Haryana, “Of course, we were in talks with his team regarding the opening of an academy. They said neither yes nor no,” Babita added that the academy never really materialised. About Dangal Helmed by Nitesh Tiwari 'Dangal' was released in the year 2016. Starring actor Aamir Khan in the lead role the film was declared a blockbuster hit and is one of the highest-grossing Indian films. The film was based on India's first female wrestlers Geeta Phogat and Babita Kumari and their father Mahaveer Singh Phogat. Meanwhile, Aamir was recently seen in the family entertainer film 'Laal Singh Chaddha' which failed to impress the audience at the box office. Sanya, on the other hand, was seen in director Meghna Gulzar's biopic film 'Sam Bahadur', opposite Vicky Kaushal. Fatima will be next seen in director Anurag Basu's anthology film 'Metro...In Dino.'
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