Touted to be this year's most controversial film 'The Sabarmati Report' faced a lot of challenges before its release. The director, Ranjan Chandel who was supposed to direct the film quit the movie because he found the subject controversial, the lead actor received death threats and was trolled online for his remarks on the movie in an interview. But seems like the film has finally received its due appreciation. PM Modi supports 'The Sabarmati Report' Today, Ekta Kapoor's happiness knew no bounds as the producer of the film and the owner of Balaji Entertainment took to social media to share a post featuring country's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's wholehearted support of the recent release 'The Sabarmati Report'. Modi acknowledges the film's huge contribution in bringing truth to the spotlight. He wrote that a fake narrative can't persist for a long time, eventually, the truth comes out. This comment comes as a reshare from the Prime Minister comes after a user shared his feelings after watching 'The Sabarmati Report'. The user also stated reasons why the film is a must-watch. View this post on Instagram A post shared by EktaaRkapoor (@ektarkapoor) Kapoor rejoiced as she reshared his post and penned a heartfelt note expressing her gratitude towards the PM for his positive and kind words. The film producer also wrote that his words have boosted the team's morale and have proved to be an assurance of heading in the right direction. Ekta shared the post on both X and Instagram. 'The Sabarmati Report' and details related to the film 'The Sabarmati Report' is based on the Godhra Riots of 2002, specifically focussing on the tragic Sabarmati Express incident that occurred on the morning of February 27, 2002. The film stars Vikrant Massey, Rashii Khanna, and Ridhi Dogra and was released in theatres on 15th November. The film made a collection of Rs. 1.69 crore, the film also marked the highest first day earning for Vikrant Massey's films, surpassing the record set by '12th Fail'. But overall the film received negative reviews, Priyanka Sharma for Mid-Day writes, "It’s a struggle to write about The Sabarmati Report because for much of the film, we were appalled, disgusted, and shocked at how casually the makers used bigotry to take the narrative forward. At the same time, they make the film wear the veil of truth-finding and nationalism. A film, however complex, can be reviewed, but propaganda masked as art? No thanks."
17 November,2024 08:20 PM IST | Mumbai | Divya KhuranaShah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan's Karan Arjun is one of the classics of the Hindi film industry. Directed by Rakesh Roshan, the 1995 action drama starred Bollywood's biggest superstars, Salman and Shah Rukh, as brothers. Now, after 30 years, the film has been re-released in theatres, and Rakesh Roshan has talked about who could be the modern-day Karan Arjun. To our surprise, Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan are not the modern-day Karan Arjun according to Rakesh Roshan. Instead, the director chose Hrithik Roshan and Ranbir Kapoor as a potential alternate duo. Rakesh Roshan reimagines Hrithik Roshan & Ranbir Kapoor as modern Karan Arjun In a new interview with ETimes, Rakesh ruled out any possibility of a sequel and shared, "I won’t remake Karan Arjun or make a sequel, but if I were to think of an alternate jodi (duo) for the movie today, I would cast Hrithik Roshan as Karan and Ranbir Kapoor as Arjun." Rakesh Roshan on casting Salman and Shah Rukh for Karan Arjun Further, he shared the reason behind casting Salman and Shah Rukh in his film Karan Arjun and said, "Salman’s physique was exceptionally good. None of the actors in those times had that build. He started that fit body trend. Also, I find his eyes arresting. I wanted someone for Karan's role, jo chup chap rehta hai par uski aankhein bolta hai. He fit the bill. I had worked with Shah Rukh in King Uncle (1993) and liked him immensely in Fauji, so I wanted him to be Arjun." When Karan Arjun was re-released in theatres, Hrithik took to Instagram and wrote, "Cinema was never the same again... When Karan Arjun came together on the big screen for the first time ever. Relive the reincarnation of Karan Arjun in theatres worldwide from 22nd November 2024!” Hrithik worked as an assistant director on this film. About Rakesh Roshan’s Karan Arjun Besides Salman and Shah Rukh, the film also starred Rakhee, Kajol, Mamta Kulkarni, and Amrish Puri. It told the story of two brothers who are reincarnated to seek revenge on their mother’s behalf. Over the years, Karan Arjun (1995) has remained etched in pop culture due to its highly recalled dialogues like Mere Karan Arjun Aayenge, soul-stirring music by Rajesh Roshan in songs like Yeh Bandhan Toh..., Bhangda Paale, Rana ji Maaf Karna and Jaati Hoon Main, along with the endearing theme of brotherhood.
17 November,2024 05:38 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNaga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala are all set to get married on December 4, 2024, at Annapurna Studios. Now, Sobhita and Naga Chaitanya's wedding cards have gone viral on social media. The wedding invitation featured the family members' names of both the bride and groom. The wedding invitation also revealed the date on which the couple will tie the knot. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Varinder Chawla (@varindertchawla) Sobhita and Naga Chaitanya's wedding card The card combines traditional South Indian design elements with elegance, including hanging bells, brass lamps, a temple, and a cow. The card also has a message written on it, which reads, "We are delighted to announce the wedding of Sobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya. Your good wishes and blessings are much appreciated on this special occasion." Where are Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala getting married? According to a report in the Sakshi Post, the couple will be tying the knot at Annapurna Studios, owned by Naga Chaitanya's superstar father, Nagarjuna Akkineni. Reportedly, a small set is being made on one of the studio floors for the upcoming wedding. The couple plans on having a private wedding and are not keen on lavish ceremonies. The celebrations will be attended by family and close friends only. Sobhita and Naga Chaitanya's engagement Sobhita and Naga Chaitanya got engaged in August at an intimate ceremony in Hyderabad. The bride-to-be recently had her *Pasupu Danchatam*, a cherished Telugu ritual that heralds the start of the wedding celebrations. It is a ritual followed in the Telugu-speaking states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, marking the beginning of wedding festivities. It is held after the engagement ceremony and before the haldi. The ritual involves women pounding turmeric in a pestle, and the turmeric is then stored for use in other wedding functions. The ceremony also involves decorating the house and inviting guests to participate. About Sobhita and Naga Chaitanya's relationship Soon after announcing his separation from Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Naga Chaitanya was rumoured to be dating Sobhita Dhulipala. Around May 2022, Naga and Sobhita were spotted together in Hyderabad, where the actress was promoting her film 'Major'. After several reports and speculations, on August 8, 2024, the couple made their relationship official.
17 November,2024 05:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentYet again, Bollywood actress Swara Bhasker has found herself in the midst of controversies after pictures of her meeting with Islamic figure Maulana Sajjad Nomani went viral on social media. The actress was slammed for meeting the Maulana, who had once made a derogatory comment against girls, calling it 'haram' for parents to send their daughters to schools and colleges unsupervised. Swara Bhasker's meeting with Maulana Sajjad Nomani On Saturday, Swara, accompanied by her husband Fahad Ahmad, went to meet Maulana Sajjad Nomani at his office. While sharing the picture of their meeting, Fahad wrote, "In the service of Maulana Sajjad Nomani, and he showered us with lots of blessings." In the picture, Swara was seen wearing a light-colored salwar suit with her head covered with a dupatta, while her husband Fahad was seen wearing a white kurta-pyjama. जनाब हज़रत मौलाना सज्जाद नौमानी साहब की ख़िदमत में हाज़िर हुए और उन्होंने हमे खूब दुआओं से नवाज़ा pic.twitter.com/5P7S3OIaJj — Fahad Ahmad (@FahadZirarAhmad) November 16, 2024 Netizens slammed Swara Bhasker As the pictures made their way to social media, netizens slammed Swara for the meeting. They called out the actress for advocating women’s rights and then meeting the Maulana, who had made the controversial statement against women. "Ultra feminist Swara Bhasker received blessings by Deobandi Pro-Taliban fundamentalist Maulana Sajjad Nomani who often preached parents to avoid sending daughters to education institutions to prevent them turning "kafir". He openly speaks against inter-faith (Muslim girl to Hindu boy) marriages. Do @ReallySwara who embraced inter-faith relationship endorse his views? She has to. The cult doesn't provide much choices.”, a user wrote on X. "Burkha kisko pehna aaya? And ye @ReallySwara aise empower karegi? Feminism kaha gya?," another one wrote. A third user commented. another ine questioned, "So swara wasn't allowed to sit near Maulana." “Swara Bhasker exposed.” wrote another. Ultra feminist Swara Bhasker aka <whatever new name> received blessings by Deobandi Pro-Taliban fundamentalist Maulana Sajjad Nomani who often preached parents to avoid sending daughters to education institutions to prevent them turning "kafir". He openly speaks against… pic.twitter.com/dwKGdwveKk — The Hawk Eye (@thehawkeyex) November 17, 2024 About Fahad’s election Fahad is set to contest the Maharashtra Assembly elections on an NCP (Sharad Pawar) ticket from Anushakti Nagar, facing NCP's Sana Malik. Formerly with the Samajwadi Party, he served as the state president of its youth wing, Samajwadi Yuvjan Sabha. About Swara bhasker Swara, who is known for her roles in 'Nil Battey Sannata', the 'Tanu Weds Manu' franchise, 'Prem Ratan Dhan Payo', 'Veere Di Wedding', and others, often finds herself embroiled in controversies due to her outspoken behaviour.
17 November,2024 04:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSinger Neha Bhasin, who started her career as a contestant on reality television almost two decades ago, emerged as one of the winners of the show ‘Coke [V] Popstars’ in 2002. Interestingly, Neha, who celebrates her birthday on November 18, shares it with singer Neeti Mohan, who also commenced her musical journey with the same show. Neha Bhasin and Neeti Mohan’s Indi-pop connection Neha Bhasin became a member of the all-girls band Viva. The band, which also consisted of Seema Ramchandani, Pratichee Mohapatra, Mahua Kamat, and Anushka Manchanda, delivered hits such as "Hum naye geet sunaye" and "Jaago zara" but disintegrated after a few years as they all chose to pursue solo careers. Neeti Mohan was a part of the band Aasma with Jimmy Felix, Sangeet Haldipur, Aamir Ali, Peyush Dixit, and Vasudha Sharma. Their song “Chandu Ke Chacha” became an instant hit and is remembered for its catchy beats even today. Neha Bhasin’s Bollywood journey View this post on Instagram A post shared by Neha Bhasin (NB) (@nehabhasin4u) As a solo Bollywood singer, Neha has given hit songs such as "Kuchh Khaas", "Dhunki" and "Jag Ghoomeya". In an earlier interview with IANS, she shared, "Reality shows can be a great starting point. It was a great one for me as well. Having said that, I did have to establish my solo career on my own. I don't think that just because you enter a reality show, you make it or even if you win, your career is set. I think it's a great stepping stone and that's how one should treat it.” Neeti Mohan’s Bollywood journey View this post on Instagram A post shared by NEETI MOHAN (@neetimohan18) Neeti Mohan became quite popular with the song “Ishq Wala Love” from the movie 'Student of the Year' and later also sang “Nazar Laaye” from 'Raanjhanaa', “Sau Aasmaan” from 'Baar Baar Dekho', “Tu Hi Tu” from 'Kick' and others. While judging a reality show, she said every father plays a very important role in the success of their daughter and similarly, her father also supported her a lot to reach the level where she is now. "I truly believe that behind every successful daughter, there is a father, and I think this thought fits into my life story as well as yours. In the future, wherever we reach, whatever we do, it's all because of our father's blessing and his support. I want to thank my father and all the other fathers who support their daughters in achieving their dreams," said Neeti.
17 November,2024 03:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Nayanthara, who celebrates her birthday on November 18, made her debut with the 2003 Malayalam film 'Manassinakkare'. Now, if you look at Nayanthara in 'Manassinakkare' and in 'Jawan', there is a big difference in her appearance. The actress is aware that her face has changed, but this doesn’t mean she has undergone any cosmetic surgery. In a recent conversation, she revealed that she has gone through “different brow phases” and diet changes, which have made her face look different. 'I’ve had different brow phases' In a conversation with 'Hauterrfly', Nayanthara talked about not having any plastic surgery or facial treatments done and said, “I take the time to perfect it because it’s the real game changer. I’ve had different brow phases over the years. Maybe that’s why people think my face is changing and I keep looking different. Maybe that’s why a lot of people think I’ve done something to my face.” Nayanthara reacts to cosmetic surgery rumours While addressing the claims about her going under the knife, she added, “But that’s not true. On record…not true. Not that it’s wrong. But for me, it has just been diet, so there’s been a lot of weight fluctuation, and my cheeks go in and out. You can pinch me, burn me, you’ll know there’s no plastic in here.” Nayanthara on the work front Nayanthara, along with co-actor Yash, will dive into the next leg of 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups' right after the Diwali festivities. The buzz is that director Geetu Mohandas will lead an extensive Mumbai schedule from November 6. While Film City will serve as the primary venue for the shoot, an additional set is being built at Madh Island. With the pan-India action extravaganza spanning the 1950s to 1970s, it is reported that the production team is constructing a sprawling set at Film City depicting the ’70s. While Nayanthara plays Yash’s on-screen sister in this actioner revolving around the drug mafia, Kiara Advani portrays his love interest. In this leg, the 'KGF' superstar and Nayanthara will wrap up most of their combination scenes. Nayanthara was last seen in Malayalam cinema in the 2022 film 'Gold', where she starred alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran. She made her Bollywood debut in 'Jawan' alongside Shah Rukh Khan last year and has also appeared in Tamil films such as 'Iraivan' and 'Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food.'
17 November,2024 01:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPunjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh, who was served a legal notice by the Telangana government ahead of his concert in Hyderabad, took a dig at the same in the middle of his performance. Diljit slammed the directives that urged him not to sing any songs that promote alcohol, drugs, and violence, and stated that the rules do not apply to foreign singers, and some people cannot digest his success. Diljit Dosanjh reacts to Telangana government’s notice Diljit addressed the notice served by the Telangana government and said, "When foreign artists come to India, they are allowed to do whatever they like, sing whatever they want, there’s no issue... But when an artist from your own country is singing, people have a lot of problems. Some people cannot digest the fact that such big shows are happening, and tickets are getting sold out within two minutes...I've been working for many years now. I did not become famous overnight.” Diljit Dosanjh's reply to Telengana government who asked him to censor lyrics related to violence or alcohol. byu/sheilakijawani_gone inBollyBlindsNGossip Diljit Dosanjh tweaks song lyrics for Hyderabad concert A viral video shows Diljit Dosanjh laughing while performing live in Hyderabad as he changed the lyrics of his popular tracks ‘Lemonade’ and ‘5 Taara’ to abide by the notice. A line from the first song, “Tainu teri daaru ch pasand aa Lemonade”, was changed to “Tainu teri coke ch pasand aa Lemonade”. Similarly, Diljit changed the lyrics from “5 Taara thekke utthe” to “5 Taara hotel ch”. Watch the clip below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by supersingh_braham (@dil_luminatii) Diljit Dosanjh served notice by Telangana government The notice was issued after a complaint by a Chandigarh-based Professor, Panditrao Dharenavar, against Diljit Dosanjh to prevent him from singing such songs promoting alcohol, drugs, and violence during the live show. The complainant submitted video evidence as well. The singer was also directed not to bring children on stage. The manager and organisers of the event have also been directed to ensure that the peak sound pressure level does not exceed the permissible limit. Diljit commenced the India leg of his much-talked-about Dil-Luminati Tour 2024 in New Delhi in October. The Dil-Luminati Tour will continue to entertain fans across India, with upcoming shows scheduled in cities including Ahmedabad, and Pune.
17 November,2024 11:37 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPunjabi singing sensation Diljit Dosanjh, who recently performed in Hyderabad as a part of his 'Dil-Luminati Tour’ hilariously tweaked the lyrics of his popular songs after the Telangana government served him a legal notice, directing him not to sing any songs which promote alcohol, drugs, and violence. Viral videos show Diljit laughing on stage as he revamps his tracks to suit the directives. Diljit Dosanjh tweaks song lyrics for Hyderabad concert Viral videos show Diljit Dosanjh laughing while performing live in Hyderabad as he changed the lyrics of his popular tracks ‘Lemonade’ and ‘5 Taara’. A line from the first song, “Tainu teri daaru ch pasand aa Lemonade”, was changed to “Tainu teri coke ch pasand aa Lemonade”. Similarly, Diljit changed the lyrics from “5 Taara thekke utthe” to “5 Taara hotel ch”. Watch the clips below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by supersingh_braham (@dil_luminatii) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gouri (@gouri_diljit_di_fann) Diljit Dosanjh served notice by Telangana government The notice was issued after a complaint by a Chandigarh-based Professor, Panditrao Dharenavar, against Diljit Dosanjh to prevent him from singing such songs promoting alcohol, drugs, and violence during the live show. The complainant submitted video evidence as well. The notice read, "As cited by representer with video evidence that you have sung songs promoting alcohol, drugs, and violence promoting songs (CASE, Panchatara, Patiala Pegg, ) during the live show in Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on 26th and 27th of October. Therefore we are issuing this notice in advance to deter promoting Alcohol/Drugs/Violence through songs in your live show.” The singer was also directed not to bring children on stage. "Your concert guidelines say that children are allowed below 13 years of age. Concert guidelines also say that concerts may include loud sounds and flashing lights. Both loud music and flashing lights are harmful to children," the notice added. The manager and organisers of the event have also been directed to ensure that the peak sound pressure level does not exceed the permissible limit. About Diljit Dosanjh’s Dil-Luminati Tour 2024 Diljit commenced the India leg of his much-talked-about Dil-Luminati Tour 2024 in New Delhi in October. The Dil-Luminati Tour will continue to entertain fans across India, with upcoming shows scheduled in cities including Ahmedabad, and Pune. On the acting front, Diljit is all set to star in the upcoming movie 'Border 2', where he will be seen alongside Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan. The film, based on the historic Battle of Longewala, is set to begin shooting in November. (With inputs from Agencies)
17 November,2024 11:27 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentParineeti Chopra's love for singing is well-known, and she often shares her singing sessions with fans. The actress recently gave fans another treat by sharing behind-the-scenes (BTS) pictures and videos from one of her "studio days" on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @parineetichopra In the pictures, Parineeti is seen with a cup of coffee in hand, smiling in a selfie. But the real highlight was a video, where she is seen singing the popular song "Mein Pareshaan" from her debut film 'Ishaqzaade', which also starred Arjun Kapoor. Parineeti captioned the post with "Studio day! My favourite," giving fans a glimpse into how much she enjoys singing and spending time in the studio. Talking about Parineeti's work front, she was seen in 'Amar Singh Chamkila', in which she shared screen space with Diljit Dosanjh. Imtiaz Ali helmed the film. 'Amar Singh Chamkila' presents the untold true story of Punjab's original rockstar of the masses, who emerged from the shadows of poverty and rose to the heights of popularity in the eighties due to the sheer power of his music, angering many along the way, which led to his assassination at the young age of 27. Diljit portrays 'Chamkila,' the top-selling artist of his era. Parineeti essays the role of Amar Singh Chamkila's wife, Amarjot Kaur. 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 November,2024 08:54 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIKajol is yet again showing off her impeccable fashion sense, and fans are taking notice. The actress on Saturday took to her Instagram account to share a stunning "outfit of the day" (OOTD). Kajol posted a series of pictures where the 'Do Patti' actress showed off a chic and unique pantsuit. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol) The pantsuit featured a sharp, structured blazer with shoulder pads and full sleeves, giving off major boss vibes. Kajol paired it with a shimmering top that perfectly complemented the look. To finish off her ensemble, she paired the top with matching flared trousers. Kajol added a simple caption that read, "Here's to stealing moments and making them count." Check out her post Kajol is receiving praise for her performance in 'Do Patti'. The film is directed by debutant Shashanka Chaturvedi and written by Kanika Dhillon. The film is set in the fictional town of Devipur, Uttarakhand, where Kajol, who plays a fierce cop, is on a mission to uncover the truth in an attempted murder case. Kriti Sanon takes on a double role for the very first time, portraying twin sisters involved in the investigation, each hiding secrets that add to the unfolding drama. The film also stars Shaheer Sheikh, who plays Dhruv Sood, a character caught in a web of love and intrigue. It also marks Kajol's second collaboration with Kriti following their earlier film, Dilwale. 'Do Patti' is produced by Kanika Dhillon and Kriti Sanon. 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 November,2024 08:45 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIActress Manushi Chhillar, who was last seen in ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’, has shared her checklist for the week. On Saturday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared several pictures of herself going about her routine, and enjoying life. In the pictures, she can be seen inside a gym doing pilates, getting decked-up during her make-up session, enjoying a few drinks, and posing next to a punching bag. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manushi Chhillar (@manushi_chhillar) She wrote in the caption, “My week checklist, work and travel, exercise, glam, catching up with friends, finishing my painting, revisiting childhood memories in Delhi”. Earlier, the actress credited her father and doctor Mitra Basu Chhillar for his dedication that inspired her to dream of being a “clinician” when she was younger. She re-shared a post by her father, who was in a conversation with actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu for her podcast. Sharing a glimpse of the chat, Manushi wrote a note for her dad, which read, “@dr_mitra_basu_chhillar, he’s always been more than just a doctor to me. Watching my dad pour his heart into helping others live healthier lives, day in and day out, shows me what passion truly looks like”. “It’s his dedication that inspired me to dream of being a clinician when I was younger, and even now, his relentless commitment reminds me that age is no limit when you’re following your purpose”, she added. Meanwhile, on the work front, the actress will next be seen in the action thriller ‘Tehran’ opposite John Abraham. Directed by Arun Gopalan, the film is claimed to be based on true events. 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
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