Alia Bhatt's latest release 'Jigra' directed by Vasan Bala has been in the news and favourite among netizens to discuss. The film which was among the most anticipated films of the year had a disappointing start at the box office. Even the Dussehra holiday did not do much benefit for the film that opened to largely polarised reviews. A week after its release director Vasan Bala has addressed the controversies surrounding the film during a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter India. Divya Khossla Kumar accused makers of plagiarism Divya, actress and wife of T-Series head Bhushan Kumar, accused the makers of copying the plot of her last release titled 'Savi'. She even attacked the makers by posting an Instagram story where she shared a picture of 'Jigra' playing in an empty theatre. She also accused the lead actress of buying tickets herself and faking the box office collections. Her Instagram story led to much speculation and chatter on social media groups of cinema enthusiasts. Reacting to Divya's accusations, Bala said, "About the first, Savi (2024), came out when we were editing the film. It is already out there. Everyone can watch it and make up their minds. I don’t really want to bring down anyone or add more fuel. " Talking about the accusations of false box office numbers, the director said, "With the false bookings, that, I think, is a distribution question. I don’t think it is that murky at all, but anyone who can investigate and bring out anything is more than welcome." Addressing Bijou Thaangjam's casting mismanagement accusation The North-Eastern actor had accused the team of mismanagement. He claimed in a post on X that he was selected for a role in the film but was made to wait indefinitely. Expecting a last-minute call to be on set, Thaangajam said that he had to let go of several other opportunities. He wrote, "I understand how big production houses operate. The director is undeniably talented, but the way they handled this entire situation was deeply unprofessional. For actors like me from the Northeast, it felt particularly dismissive, almost discriminatory. My time was wasted, and I missed out on other opportunities just because they expected I'd be available at a moment's notice". Responding to the same, Bala said, "With Bijou, I found out this morning what happened because I don't remember seeing his face or audition. He was never told that he was shortlisted. I think they checked his availability. It is normal procedure to call and ask for availability. He probably assumed he got the part. But I am sure there is always a better way of dealing with things. If he has felt bad, then I apologise because these things happen. And also, you want to be a part of something, so I do not blame him. It is easy to be bitter, and there are enough right reasons to be bitter about as well." Bijou responded to Bala's statement by sharing proof of his communication with the casting team who had asked him to wait for a call to be on set. Sharing the proof, he wrote, "Sharing a screenshot of my convo with the casting team for clarity. With over a decade in the industry,I know the struggles of daily rejections. 'PROBABLY ASSUMING' is incorrect. I respect ur stature but I was addressing the mismanagement we often experience". Sharing a screenshot of my convo with the casting team for clarity. With over a decade in the industry,I know the struggles of daily rejections. 'PROBABLY ASSUMING' is incorrect. I respect ur stature but I was addressing the mismanagement we often experience @Vasan_Bala #jigra pic.twitter.com/bxVMM6seFq — Bijou ThaangJam (@BijouThaangjam) October 18, 2024
18 October,2024 03:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFollowing the murder of Baba Siddique, a Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader and close friend of Salman Khan, the Maharashtra government has assigned Y-plus security to the Bollywood star. Siddique was killed in Mumbai on October 12, reportedly by three members of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. This added security for Salman is a precaution because there are fears he might be targeted as well. Now, Vindu Dara Singh has spoken out about the happenings. Vindu Dara Singh stands by Salman Khan amid threats In a new interview, Salman's close friend Vindu Dara Singh shared his feelings about the troubling events happening in the film industry. He told Instant Bollywood, “You have to understand. A different type of law is going on. This is very funny because there is a court and everything. No one knows the truth, and nothing has been proven yet. So it is really shocking and unbelievable what is happening. I hope and pray that better sense prevails and Salman ko kuch na ho (nothing happens to Salman).” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) Somy Ali writes an open letter to Lawrence Bishnoi Yesterday, Salman Khan's ex, Somy Ali, posted a message addressed to Bishnoi on her Instagram feed. Ali took to her Instagram handle on Thursday and wrote, "This is a direct message to Lawrence Bishnoi". She further wrote, "Namaste, Lawrence bhai, suna bhi hai aur dekha bhi ke aap jail se bhi Zoom calls kar rahe ho, toh mujhe aapse kuch baatain karne hain. Kripya karke mujhe bataye ke yeh kaise ho sakta hai? Hamari puri duniya mai sabse pasand ki jagah Rajasthan hai. Hum aapke mandir aana chahate hain Pooja ke liye par pehle aapse Zoom call ho jaye Aur kuch baatain teh ho jaye Pooja ke baad. Phir yakeen maniyye ke yeh aapke fayade ki he baatain hain. Apna mobile number de dejiye bada ehsaan ho ga aap ka. Shukriya". The Salman Khan connection with Baba Siddiuque murder For those unaware, gangster Lawrence Bishnoi has claimed responsibiltiy for the murder of Baba Siddique which was executed by three men on Saturday, October 12. A viral post claims that the gangster pulled out the act as the politician was helping Salman Khan. The superstar and the late politician have been family friends for decade. His murder came as a shock for Khan who seen in tears at the latter's residence on Sunday. Bishnoi and Khan's beef goes back to early 2000s when the superstar was held in a black buck shooting case in Rajasthan. While he spent a week in jail for the crime, the Bishnoi community who consider black bucks sacred have been targetting the actor ever since with death threats.
18 October,2024 01:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPriyanka Chopra has returned to India after a long time. Now living in the US, she’s currently in Mumbai and attended the launch of her new brand, Max Factor, on Thursday evening. Videos and paparazzi photos from the event were shared online, and one of them had fans praising the actor. Priyanka Chopra pauses at an event to pose with young fans In a video shared by paparazzi and later posted by fan clubs on social media, Priyanka Chopra was seen leaving the event and heading towards her car. She stopped for a moment to pose with some kids who were waiting for her. She happily posed with her young fans, smiled at them, and then walked back to her car, waving at the paparazzi before getting in. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Patty Cardona (@jerryxmimi) Last night, Priyanka was spotted in a shimmery dress as she sashayed in style, posing gracefully for the paparazzi. The former Miss World tied her hair in a high ponytail with loose waves and opted for diamond earrings to accessorise. She wrapped up the photocall with her signature namaste pose. Why is Priyanka Chopra Jonas in Mumbai? According to reports, Priyanka is in Mumbai for a makeup brand event. It is to be noted that the actress will not be attending the MAMI Film Festival despite being the chairperson for the festival. Earlier, the actress took to her Instagram and shared a reel in which she can be seen standing next to the Gateway of India. The video was captured on a balcony of her suite at the Taj Mahal Hotel in the Colaba area of Mumbai and shows her effortlessly pulling off a formal outfit. The actress wore a sky blue coloured blazer which she paired with a matching skirt. The actress wrote in the caption, “My favourite getaway… #Gateway”. Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ work front Meanwhile, on the work front, recently, Priyanka wrapped the shooting of her upcoming film 'The Bluff' which is directed by Frank E Flowers and also features actor Karl Urban. 'The Bluff' is set in the 19th-century Caribbean and follows the story of a former female pirate, played by Priyanka, who must protect her family when the sins of her past catch up to her. Produced by Russo Brothers' banner AGBO Studios and Amazon MGM Studios, the film promises to be a thrilling adventure. Apart from 'The Bluff', Priyanka is also set to star in 'Heads of State' alongside John Cena and Idris Elba.
18 October,2024 09:09 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actress Parineeti Chopra recently gave her fans a good laugh with a playful remark about her frequent travels. Of late, the actress has been jet-setting to various destinations, both for work and leisure. Recently, she was in Turkey with husband Raghav Chadha for a close friend’s wedding. The ‘Kesari’ star has been sharing glimpses from the wedding on her Instagram handle. On Thursday, Parineeti took to her Instagram story and shared a note, jokingly asking someone to get her a job at an airport. Her note read, “Last 12 days worth of flights- Bombay, Abu Dhabi, Washington, DC, Virginia Beach, DC ,Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Istanbul, Bodrum, Istanbul, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bombay, Delhi Someone get me a job at an airport”. Her post clearly indicates that Parineeti has been travelling extensively over the past few days. Chopra also posted a video from the car where she is seen winking at the camera. Just days before her trip to Turkey, Parineeti celebrated her first wedding anniversary with Raghav Chadha in the Maldives. The couple appeared happy and relaxed, enjoying moments like cycling on the beach and walking hand-in-hand. Parineeti and Raghav tied the knot on September 24, 2023, at the Leela Palace Hotel in Udaipur, Rajasthan, in an intimate ceremony with close friends and family. Their wedding was attended by several prominent figures from the entertainment industry as well as politicians. On the professional front, Parineeti Chopra was last seen in ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’, where she starred alongside Diljit Dosanjh. Directed by Imtiaz Ali, the film was premiered on Netflix in March this year. Diljit played the role of Chamkila, a hugely popular artist of his time, while Parineeti portrayed his wife, Amarjot Kaur. The actress is next all set to star in Anurag Singh’s highly-anticipated thriller ‘Sanki’, alongside Varun Dhawan. In addition to this, she will be seen in ‘Shiddat 2’, directed by Karan Sharma, where she will share the screen with Sunny Kaushal and Amyra Dastur. 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
18 October,2024 08:40 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' has just completed 26 years, and to celebrate the occasion, Sana Saeed, who played little Anjali in the film, shared some adorable behind-the-scenes pictures. Taking to her Instagram account on Thursday, Sana posted pictures featuring Rani Mukerji and Salman Khan. One of the pictures shows Sana sharing a warm hug with Shah Rukh Khan, bringing back memories of the movie's iconic moments. Another picture shows them posing together, reminding fans of the special bond they shared in the film. Along with the pictures, the actress also added a sweet note, saying that she had created some of the most beautiful memories as a "very tiny but very lucky hooman." "Every year I get a sweet little reminder of some of the most beautiful memories I got to create as a very tiny but very lucky hooman. I am absolutely thrilled to have gotten the opportunity to work with simply The Best!!!! Thank you from my heart to everyone that helped create this beautiful film and every one of you that has sent us so much love over the years," read her Instagram post. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sana Saeed (@sanaofficial) Featuring the dynamic trio of Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukerji, the film remains a beloved classic in Indian cinema. 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai', released in 1998, was not just a film, it was seen as a cultural phenomenon. Apart from the lead cast, the flick also starred Salman Khan, Archana Puran Singh, Anupam Kher, and Johny Lever. The movie proved to be a trendsetter of the '90s. From cementing the trend of gifting friendship bands on Friendship Day to SRK's 'cool' pendant and Anjali's bob-cut, the film set the pace for many new trends. To commemorate this special milestone, Karan Johar took to Instagram on Wednesday, sharing a nostalgic video filled with behind-the-scenes moments that captured the essence of his directorial debut. He reminisced about the charm of the '90s with a playful caption: "Of cool neck chains, neon shirts, pink headbands, summer camp with only dancing involved, wishing on toota taaras, cheating in basketball, dosti that turns into pyaar and characters that live through time and beyond!!" He expressed gratitude for the incredible cast and crew, reflecting on the joy of maintaining that same spirit 26 years later. With numerous awards and accolades under its belt, 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' continues to resonate with audiences, reminding people of the enduring power of love and friendship. 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
18 October,2024 08:33 AM IST | Mumbai | ANISanjay Kapoor turned a year older on Thursday, October 17 and on the occasion, the actor was showered with an abundance of love and wishes from his friends, fans, and family. On his birthday, he received special wishes from his brother and actor Anil Kapoor. Taking to his Instagram stories, he shared a picture with Sanjay and wrote in his birthday wish, "Happy Birthday to the notoriously charming, witty, and hilarious brother in the Kapoor khandan! Wishing you a day full of laughs and love, and a year that's even more epic." Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor also wished her uncle on his special day. She posted a throwback picture with him and wrote, "Happy Birthday Chachu." Shilpa Shetty shared a picture with Sanjay and Farah Khan on her Instagram stories and wrote in the caption, "Happy Birthday Sanjay! Wishing you endless blessings, happiness and success. Here's to many more years friendship and unforgettable memories.." Sanjay Kapoor has done many memorable films like 'Sirf Tum', 'Prem', and 'Raja' among many others. He made his debut in 1995 with 'Prem' opposite Tabu. He was seen playing Madhuri Dixit's on-screen husband in the Netflix series 'Fame Game' which was released in 2022. Sanjay has been married to Maheep Kapoor and has two kids with her - Shanaya and Jahaan. 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
18 October,2024 08:24 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIVarun Dhawan wished his 'Baby John' co-star Keerthy Suresh on her birthday. Taking to Instagram story on Thursday shared a motion poster of Keerthy Suresh from the movie. The video read, "Happy birthday Keerthy Suresh." The film marks the Hindi film debut of Keerthy Suresh. On the occasion of Dussehra, the makers unveiled the intriguing first look of Jackie Shroff as the 'evil' Babbar Sher, and it is bound to give you goosebumps. Varun shared the video and introduced Jackie's character as the 'darkness you never saw coming.' The video showcases Jackie in an edgy and fierce look as the antagonist. Sporting grey long hair, vintage rings, and chains around his neck, he is seen in an action mode. Sharing the post, he wrote, "Get ready to meet the darkness you never saw coming... The evil of #BabyJohn! #BabbarSher is coming for you!" Meanwhile, in the latest development, superstar Salman Khan is expected to make a special appearance in Varun Dhawan's upcoming movie 'Baby John'. As per trade analyst Taran Adarsh, Salman Khan will shoot his cameo this weekend. 'BABY JOHN' GLIMPSE: MASS CINEMA AT ITS BEST... SALMAN KHAN SHOOTS HIS CAMEO THIS WEEKEND... Was keen to watch #VarunDhawan in an out-and-out mass avatar and the over 5-minute glimpse of #BabyJohn that I saw is simply OUTSTANDING... After all, who can doubt #Atlee's sharp skills after #Jawan? And for all #Bhai fans, #SalmanKhan is set to shoot his part -- a sparkling cameo -- THIS WEEKEND," Taran Adarsh wrote on his Instagram handle. Recently, the makers of 'Baby John' shared the new poster of Varun Dhawan. In the poster, Varun looks intense. He sports long hair with a full-grown beard.Seems like he is ready for battle. 'Baby John' is directed by A Kaleeswaran. The film will also star Keerthy Suresh, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jackie Shroff and Rajpal Yadav in key roles. Atlee is presenting the film in association with Jio Studios and Cine1 Studios. The teaser of the film received massive responses from the fans. The film is produced by Murad Khetani, Priya Atlee and Jyoti Deshpande. 'Baby John' is touted as one of the highly anticipated action entertainers and is set to release in theatres this Christmas December 25, adding to the festive cheer. 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
18 October,2024 08:17 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIThe MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, over the years, has become a symbol of the city’s love for the movies. As the prestigious film gala sees a change of leadership this year, with film archivist Shivendra Singh Dungarpur taking on the role of the festival director, he says the idea is to bring independent cinema to the forefront. The festival, which opens tomorrow, aims to celebrate both emerging and established voices. “This year, we are in a phase of transition. One [change] is that it’s just MAMI. No festival in the world has a tagline. We have come back to the original name,” starts Dungarpur, addressing head-on that Jio, the long-standing festival sponsor, has pulled out this time. “The second important thing is that [over time], we didn’t feel like a festival. It has to be made into a celebration. We shouldn’t be spread out so massively that a guy from Juhu cannot meet a director, who is presenting [his film] in Goregaon. In film festivals, you should have to make little effort to go and experience the whole thing. Even with limited funding, we have got great programming this time—there is the South Asian competition, novel competition, we’ve got classics and the best of world cinema. But what was essential for me was to have an opening film that is truly Indian.” Payal Kapadia’s All We Imagine as Light is the opening film at MAMI This pursuit led him to Payal Kapadia’s Cannes Grand Prix-winning film, All We Imagine as Light. Dungarpur says the drama stands for two things that the festival stands for—the city of Mumbai, and rooting for indie filmmakers. “A young filmmaker finds it difficult to raise funds, then he makes a film, and then he is able to take it to the world. Payal’s film will be an inspiration because it has reached the goal of the Grand Prix. We want to make sure that this festival is not about big films, it’s about independent films. We want it to be a people’s festival.” Kapadia started her career with Dungarpur at Film Heritage Foundation, and to have his mentee’s work open the festival is a moment of great pride for him. “I have a special relationship with her. I told her that All We Imagine as Light should be the opening film for MAMI because it reflects the city. It’s rare to find a film that reflects everyone’s struggle in this city; a city where people come from different parts of the country and make a home. Usually foreign movies are chosen as the opening film. But to me, Payal’s film was the correct catalyst. There is so much buzz around this movie. Our phones have not stopped ringing; people want to come and see it. It’s wonderful to see this kind of response for an independent film. India doesn’t have the concept of a grant. It’s very tough for an independent filmmaker. That’s why you see so many sources of funding in Payal’s movie.” Dungarpur believes MAMI has the potential to be on par with international film festivals like Venice and Cannes. He notes that the lack of state support holds India back from making a festival of that scale. “If a movie goes to Cannes or Venice, then it goes everywhere else. I want to make Mumbai [one such destination for cinema]. We are hoping that by next year, we will have support from the state because the festival represents the city and its spirit. We want the state to be involved. You will see the reflection of state’s support of what the coming days and the next six years are going to be like.” Mumbai’s date with MAMI . Over six days, the festival will showcase 110-plus films from over 45 countries. These include Demi Moore’s The Substance, Emilia Perez that is France’s official entry to the 2025 Oscars, and Manoj Bajpayee’s Despatch. . To attend screenings and events, one needs to register for a delegate badge on the MAMI website. There are badges for the press, industry delegates, cinephiles as well as for senior citizens. . Screenings and events will be spread across prominent venues in Mumbai, including Regal Cinema and PVR Juhu. Soho House Mumbai will host the Industry Programme from October 21 to 23.
18 October,2024 08:10 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuThriller aborted, romcom on It is known that Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor are teaming up for a film produced by Dinesh Vijan. Not many know that the filmmaker was initially planning a thriller, titled Spyder, with the two actors and Dasvi (2022) director Tushar Jalota at the helm. However, it is now being said that over the past few months, the makers and Sidharth felt that their script’s box-office potential could be limited as audiences increasingly prefer this genre in the OTT space. After brainstorming on other subjects, the trio narrowed down to a romantic comedy. That’s when the makers offered the script to Janhvi, who liked it and gave her nod to the film, tentatively titled Param Sundari. The title is inspired by the song from Dinesh’s Mimi (2021), which also saw leading lady Kriti Sanon bag her first National Award for Best Actress. Pre-production on Param Sundari is underway and the makers are planning to begin filming in December. No Oscar plans When asked if she was hurt that her Cannes Grand Prix winner, All We Imagine as Light, wasn’t chosen as India’s entry for the Oscars, director Payal Kapadia rooted for Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies instead. Calling it a great film, she said, “All of us loved it. I loved Kiran Rao’s previous film too. I’m just happy that it is going there.” Probed if she would attempt taking her film to the Academy Awards independently, Payal shared, “It releases in America on November 15. The distribution [team] will decide that once it releases.” Starring Kani Kusruti, Chhaya Kadam and Divyaprabha, All We Imagine as Light opens in India on November 22. Praising Rana Daggubati and his distribution team for putting their might behind it, Payal added, “They had a planned distribution approach. They were sensitive to the understanding that it is not a movie that can just be released nationwide without a thought to the kind of film it is. I respected that outlook to distribution.” Certified, at last! After a long battle, including a legal one, Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency has finally cleared the censor hurdle. The release of the period political drama, helmed by the actor-producer, previously slated for September 6, had to be deferred due to protests from various quarters, including Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD). The makers were also embroiled in a court case with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and eventually agreed to the recommended modifications to facilitate the movie’s theatrical release. Kangana, who plays former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, who declared Emergency in the country in June 1975, shared the update on social media, saying, “We’re glad to announce that we’ve received the censor certificate for our movie Emergency. We will be announcing the release date soon. Thank you for your patience and support.” Sources claim that the political drama will open after the upcoming Punjab elections. Assassin games Shah Rukh Khan, who started the trend of playing anti-hero in the early 1990s, with films like Darr, Baazigar (1993) and Anjaam (1994), is said to return to the grey zone again. Rumours are rife that the superstar plays an assassin in director Sujoy Ghosh’s King, which also marks daughter Suhana Khan’s big-screen debut. The buzz about SRK playing an assassin has triggered a lot of curiosity among netizens, who are now reminded of his remark at Locarno a few weeks ago. Addressing a query about playing a negative role again, SRK had said, “I think I have a new way of playing a bad guy.” To shoot more or not? While a lot has been said about Salman Khan’s cameo as Chulbul Pandey in Rohit Shetty’s Singham Again, a source tells us that the superstar shot his portions for the Ajay Devgn-starrer about three months ago. Given Salman’s superstardom, Rohit thought of enhancing his special role in the movie, and hence met him on the set of Sikandar to discuss the possibility of shooting for a day to make his cameo extra special. However, in the wake of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi’s threats to Salman, it remains to be seen if the additional shoot will happen. The Diwali release also stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, Akshay Kumar, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Tiger Shroff. Somy batting for Salman Somy Ali took to social media to write a direct message to Lawrence Bishnoi, who has been threatening her ex, Salman Khan. Alongside a picture of the gangster, she wrote, “Namaste, Lawrence bhai. I’ve heard and seen about you doing Zoom calls from jail. I want to talk to you, so let me know how this can happen.” Stating that Rajasthan is their favourite place in the whole world, Somy added, “We want to come to your temple for worship, but let’s have a Zoom call first and we can have some talks after the worship. Then, believe that these are the things for your benefit.” Asking for Lawrence’s mobile number, she concluded, saying, “It will be a great favour for you. Thank you.” Motherhood beckons Radhika Apte is set to welcome her bundle of joy with musician-husband Benedict Taylor. The actor flaunted her baby bump at the première of her gender-bending comedy, Sister Midnight, at the BFI London Film Festival. She also shared pictures from the grand event on her social media handle, saying, “Sister Midnight UK Premiere #lff2024.” However, she didn’t mention a word about her journey to motherhood. OK Computer co-actor Vijay Varma gave a shout-out to her. Producer Guneet Monga Kapoor also dropped hearts and shared her best wishes for the Vikram Vedha (2022) actor.
18 October,2024 07:35 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamKaran Johar is a witty and skilled orator, and that is why he is on everyone’s wish list when they want to host award shows, weddings, chat shows or book launches. The filmmaker has now been roped in to host a charity gala for Move for Cancer Awareness (MCAN), an initiative spearheaded by designer-philanthropist Maheka Mirpuri. “Those who know Karan know he is all heart. This cause is close to him, which makes his support more meaningful as he helps us raise much-needed funds,” says Mirpuri. This is Johar’s second time hosting the gala. Over the past 11 years, the foundation has helped over 2,500 underprivileged patients battling head and neck cancer. Mirpuri shares that the cause is personal “due to a loss in my family and we are thankful to Karan for believing in it and hosting the fundraiser through a live auction.” Mirpuri adds, “All the funds raised go directly to the hospital. This is a completely transparent initiative—every rupee collected goes straight to the hospital. I consider myself merely a medium. With the support of my friends, we have successfully raised approximately R10 crore and contributed it to Tata Memorial Hospital over the past 11 years. The last time Karan hosted the event, he created magic, helping us raise an incredible amount. This year, we hope to double that impact.”
18 October,2024 07:19 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuGlobal icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who is currently busy with the shoot of the second season of her global streaming series ‘Citadel’, arrived in Mumbai for an event. She was spotted in a shimmery dress as she sashayed in style, posing gracefully for the paparazzi. The former Miss World tied her hair in a high ponytail with loose waves and opted for diamond earrings to accessorise. She wrapped up the photocall with her signature namaste pose. Watch the video below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Why is Priyanka Chopra Jonas in Mumbai? According to reports, Priyanka is in Mumbai for a makeup brand event. It is to be noted that the actress will not be attending the MAMI Film Festival despite being the chairperson for the festival. Earlier, the actress took to her Instagram and shared a reel in which she can be seen standing next to the Gateway of India. The video was captured on a balcony of her suite at the Taj Mahal Hotel in the Colaba area of Mumbai and shows her effortlessly pulling off a formal outfit. The actress wore a sky blue coloured blazer which she paired with a matching skirt. The actress wrote in the caption, “My favourite getaway… #Gateway”. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra) Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ work front Meanwhile, on the work front, recently, Priyanka wrapped the shooting of her upcoming film 'The Bluff' which is directed by Frank E Flowers and also features actor Karl Urban. 'The Bluff' is set in the 19th-century Caribbean and follows the story of a former female pirate, played by Priyanka, who must protect her family when the sins of her past catch up to her. Produced by Russo Brothers' banner AGBO Studios and Amazon MGM Studios, the film promises to be a thrilling adventure. Apart from 'The Bluff', Priyanka is also set to star in 'Heads of State' alongside John Cena and Idris Elba. Besides that, she also has the second season of ‘Citadel’. She will reprise her role as Nadia. On the Bollywood front, she will be seen in Farhan Akhtar's next directorial 'Jee Le Zaraa' alongside Katrina Kaif and Alia Bhatt. (With inputs from Agencies)
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