Serum Institute of India CEO Adar Poonawalla-led Serene Productions on Monday said it will pick up a 50 per cent stake in Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions and Dharmatic Entertainment for Rs 1,000 crore. The past few months had witnessed speculation in the entertainment industry that Karan Johar was planning to sell a stake of Dharma Productions. Saregama and Reliance were said to be frontrunners. Brahmastra: Part One—Shiva (2022) and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023) were two of Dharma’s recent hits With this deal, Poonawalla—the CEO of Serum Institute of India (SII), and Chairman of Poonawalla Fincorp—is foraying into entertainment through his Serene Productions. The deal, which sees Karan retaining his position as the Executive Chairman and Apoorva Mehta as the CEO, is being viewed as a win-win for both parties. In terms of numbers prima facie, this deal values Dharma— which includes its digital arm, Dharmatic Entertainment—at Rs 2,000 crore. Sources say it is an optimistic valuation. An insider says, “Karan has got a good valuation. Technically, Dharma’s revenue fell by 50 per cent in the last financial year. In 2022-2023, its revenue was said to be at Rs 1,000 crore. Brahmāstra: Part One—Shiva [2022] was a major contributor to the profit. However, in 2023-24, even though the company witnessed a spike in its digital and music earnings, its total revenue had a 50 per cent drop as it did not have a blockbuster. But Adar has invested in the company, looking at its equity and Karan’s creative might. A part of the Rs 1,000-crore investment will be directed to the original investors—Karan and his mother Hiroo Johar—while the remaining will be allocated towards production.” Adar Poonawalla and Karan Johar For Poonawalla, who has long been friends with Karan, it is a strategic investment as it gives him a significant stake in the media industry. Another source breaks it down, “For Adar Poonawalla, it’s a great diversification after dominating the pharmaceutical and financial sectors. This move will bring corporate culture into the corridors of Dharma. All the heavy lifting that Karan and Apoorva had been doing, in terms of cost management, will now be delegated.” As is the norm with such deals, the company is expected to undergo restructuring. “Some of Adar’s people will take key positions at Dharma, and there will be a lot of lay-offs,” says another source. It is understood that the roles will be clearly divided in the 50-50 partnership. Decades after his filmmaker-father Yash Johar founded Dharma in 1976, Karan took the company to new heights with his vision. He not only helmed many blockbusters—from Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998) to Student of the Year (2012)—but also backed many directors, becoming something of Bollywood’s big daddy. “Now, Karan will spearhead the company’s creative operations and lead it from the front. Adar wants to stay away from the creative aspect. So, everything related to films will be handled by Karan, including the star fees and the budget on which a film is to be mounted. Adar will look at the operational aspects, probably telling him how much money can be spent on the workforce, how much bonus to be given, and so on.” The equal partnership that Poonawalla’s deal afforded was one of the reasons why Karan inked the deal. In contrast, Saregama, owned by Sanjeev Goenka, and Reliance Industries were reportedly in the bidding war to buy a majority stake in Dharma. A source reveals, “Saregama was willing to acquire the stake for R800 crore. Adar outbid both the players. But another crucial reason is that neither of those giants would have gone into a 50-50 partnership. It has been seen historically that Reliance eventually acquires the companies it buys stakes in.” The partnership is being viewed as a huge boost for the Hindi film industry, which has been struggling since theatres reopened after the pandemic-induced shutdown. When pharma meets films 1) Adar Poonawalla is the CEO of Serum Institute of India, the world’s largest vaccine-producing company in terms of volume, which produced Covishield in India. He is also the Chairman of Poonawalla Fincorp. 2) The Rs 1,000-crore investment in Dharma Productions marks the pharma tycoon’s foray into the entertainment industry with Serene Productions. 3) In the 50-50 partnership, Karan Johar will retain his Executive Chairman position and spearhead the creative operations. Apoorva Mehta will continue as the CEO. 4) Part of the investment will be directed to the original investors—Karan and his mother Hiroo Johar—while the remaining will be allocated towards production. 5) Saregama and Reliance Industries were said to be in the bidding war to buy a majority stake in Dharma.
22 October,2024 10:20 AM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka SharmaWhile most women in their mid-20s and early 30s these days often whine about acne, back pain, dark circles, weight gain and not to mention, and hair loss, Bollywood diva, Malaika Arora, on the other hand, seems to be ageing backwards and how! The prominent face of the big and small screen, Malaika has always been the talk of the town for all the right reasons. The 50-year-‘young’ enchantress of B-town, sets the internet on fire every time she steps out in her body-hugging gym outfits. Unfazed by what others think or say, Malaika loves to flaunt her assets because she is sexy and she knows it! Along with a fit body, Malaika also boasts gleaming skin, voluminous hair and everything that makes her look beautiful. If you are a woman in your late 30s who wants to have flawless skin and a fine body, then Malaika Arora’s beauty secrets may help you achieve the feat. Read on and thank us later… Malaika Arora Birthday 2024: Bollywood star's beauty secrets Magical morning drink Malaika kickstarts her day with a glass of lime and honey water, this drink apparently helps flush out toxins from our body. Also, it helps boost natural metabolism. Apart from lime juice with honey, Malla also consumes fenugreek seed and cumin water seed in the morning. Reportedly along with detoxification, both drinks promote weight loss, strengthen our immunity, make one feel energised and moreover, and clear up the skin. Sweat and shine Well, there’s no secret that Malaika is a big fitness freak. Malla performs yoga regularly and being a yoga enthusiast, the diva keeps posting mini tutorial videos of her performing yoga where she explains the benefits of different asanas. She sweats it out in the gym thrice a week. Besides yoga, HIIT, walking, running, swimming, etc. are her go-to exercises. Glow like Malla! The ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’ beauty keeps her skin hydrated and moisturised all the time. For glowing and supple skin, Malaika prefers a homemade face pack and body scrub. While the DIY mask consists of organic honey, cinnamon powder and lime juice, her body scrub includes just three ingredients namely – coffee, sugar and coconut oil. P.S. One of her favourite nature-based products is aloe vera gel from her own garden. Hello, Haircare A homemade oil concoction made of coconut, castor and olive oil is the secret elixir that makes her hair think, long and shiny. To combat hair loss, our ‘Munni’ uses onion juice on her scalp. Mindful eating Healthy and nutritious food can bless one with a good physique, glowing skin, strong hair and whatnot! Hence for the sake of maintaining a perfect body with flawless skin and hair, Malla stays away from junk food and sticks to her diet. The hottie prefers to cook her food in olive oil.
22 October,2024 10:09 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWhen it comes to War 2, the audiences can expect action and then some more. In April, mid-day reported that leading man Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, who plays the antagonist, shot a face-off sequence set inside an aircraft (This flight’s ready to take off, April 12). Now, one hears that the Telugu star is set to film a major action set-piece, starting today. Insiders suggest that it will be one of the key moments in the spy thriller that will establish Jr NTR’s villain as a formidable force. The elaborate sequence for Ayan Mukerji’s directorial venture will be shot at Yash Raj Studios in Andheri. A source tells us, “Ayan wanted Jr NTR’s solo scene to be designed in a way that it highlights the character’s raw power. With that brief, the action choreographer envisioned a fight that sees him take on a gang of 40. The team started shooting early at the set inside the studio, and will be shooting here for the next three days.” Apparently, Roshan will join the unit later this week as Mukerji will can another action sequence featuring the two stars. The sequel to the blockbuster War (2019) stars Kiara Advani as the leading lady. Last month, the actor and Roshan wrapped up an Italy schedule where they filmed some romantic numbers (Say sì to Italy, Sep 10).
22 October,2024 09:45 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuActor Arshad Warsi faced backlash after calling Prabhas' character in Kalki 2898 AD a "joker," which upset fans. Speaking out about the controversy, Warsi has finally responded, stating that the criticism no longer affects him, saying, "It doesn't bother me anymore." Staying true to his usual humorous nature, he jokingly added that he plans to love every actor for the rest of his life. Arshad Warsi on Prabhas ‘joker’ remark controversy Arshad Warsi talked about the flipside of stardom, "Honestly, it's okay. Everyone has their point of view. Also, it's a democratic country, and everyone is allowed to speak in it. If you are a positive person, anything negative does bother you. However, we have been at a place where stones are thrown, so it doesn't bother me anymore." Amid the controversy, some people noticed that Arshad Warsi had turned off the comments on his social media. Addressing this, Arshad clarified that he doesn’t even know how to do that. When asked if the situation has made him more careful about what he says in public, Arshad responded, "Absolutely, I have decided that I will love every film that I watch. I will love every actor for the rest of my life (laughs)." Arshad Warsi in a recent podcast interview with Samdish Bhatia, he candidly discussed his life, career, and the movies he’s recently watched. When talking about Kalki 2898 AD, Arshad didn’t hold back, sharing that he didn’t like it at all. Arshad Warsi reviews Kalki 2898 AD Arshad Warsi in a recent podcast interview with Samdish Bhatia, candidly discussed his life, career, and the movies he’s recently watched. When talking about Kalki 2898 AD, Arshad didn’t hold back, sharing that he didn’t like it at all. When discussing the movie, Arshad began by praising Amitabh Bachchan's presence and star power, highlighting his role as one of the leads. “Maine Kalki dekhi, mujhe toh nhi acchi lagi. Mujhe bahut takleef hoti hai jab (I watched Kalki. Didn't like it. It hurts me when)… Amit ji was (mind-blown sounds) unbelievable. I can't understand that man. I swear if we got the power he has, life ban jaae (our lives would be set). He's unreal.” However, he then gave a straightforward critique of the film without holding back. “Prabhas, I am really sad, why was he… he was like a joker. Why? I want to see a Mad Max. I want to see Mel Gibson over there. Tumne usko kya bana dia yaar. Kyu karte ho aisa mujhe nahi samajh mein aata (What have you made of it? Why do they do such things I never understand).” On Arshad Warsi's work front: Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi, and Huma Qureshi are all set to entertain the audience with their next 'Jolly LLB 3'. Now, Akshay has announced the schedule for the movie in Rajasthan. Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi wrap up the Jolly 'LLB 3' Rajasthan shoot.
22 October,2024 09:41 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe late Kader Khan was born in Kabul, Afghanistan on October 22, 1937. When he turned one, his family migrated to Mumbai. They lived in the slums and Khan was enrolled in a municipal school. He got enrolled in school and later he graduated from Ismail Yusuf College affiliated to Mumbai University. Khan was a promising student and started teaching as a civil engineer professor at M. H. Saboo Siddik College of Engineering, Byculla. However, Kader Khan was destined to reach heights! His story took a filmy turn. It all began at an annual day function in college, where the evergreen superstar Dilip Kumar was invited as the judge. Kader Khan had participated in one of the plays and heaped praises for the same. Dilip Kumar was mighty impressed by his performance, so much so that he signed Khan for his next two films - Sagina Mahato and Bairaag. Not only an acclaimed actor, comedian, but Kader Khan was also a renowned dialogue-writer. He penned dialogues for Randhir Kapoor-Jaya Bachchan's Jawani Diwani. He also wrote dialogues for Coolie No. 1, Main Khiladi Tu Anari, Karma and Sultanat. Till date, the actor featured in over 450 films and wrote dialogues for over 250 movies. Kader Khan was an encyclopedia of acting and most popularly recognized for working with famous actors like Amitabh Bachchan, Govinda, etc and in films by David Dhawan. He played varied roles of supporting actors and gained equal prominence as the star of the film. 10 must-watch films featuring Kader Khan 1. Coolie (1983) Kader Khan played the role of Zafar Khan in this action-drama directed by Manmohan Desai starring Amitabh Bachchan. He played the antagonist in the film and brought depth to his character with his strong performance in a story about the struggle of a coolie against societal oppression. 2. Muqaddar Ka Sikandar (1978) Kader Khan shone with his supporting role as Dharamdas in this film led by actors Amitabh Bachchan and Vinod Khanna. He brought depth to this story of love, sacrifice, and redemption. 3. Baap Numbri Beta Dus Numbri (1990) Kader Khan and Shakti Kapoor bring their comic timing to the forefront in this hilarious film. Kader plays a cunning father involved in petty crimes, with his antics perfectly complementing the chaos caused by his son, played by Shakti Kapoor. 4. Roti (1974) Starring Rajesh Khanna, Kader Khan in his early career delivers a powerful performance as a corrupt lawyer. The film is a critique of the class divide and the desperate measures people take to survive. 5. Aakhri Adaalat (1988) In this gripping courtroom drama, Kader Khan plays a sharp prosecutor. The film also stars Vinod Khanna as a cop seeking justice. 6. Himmatwala (1983) The film which was a massive hit featured Kader Khan in a comic role. He played a man named Narayandas Gopaldas who was a miserly and cunning father. His character’s constant clash with Jeetendra’s heroic role became a major highlight of the film. 7. Dulhe Raja (1998) Khan plays the memorable role of a wealthy businessman named KK Singhania. The character owns a five-star hotel and is constantly at odds with Govinda’s character who runs a dhaba right outside. The banter between the two leads to some of Bollywood's most iconic comic scenes. 8. Raja Babu (1994) Khan played the role of Govinda's doting father in this film. His role brought both emotions and comic relief in the vibrant film. 9. Khoon Bhari Maang (1988) Kader Khan's portrayal of Hiralal, a devious associate in a conspiracy, stands out in this gripping tale of betrayal and revenge. The film, starring Rekha, was a massive success and highlighted Khan's ability to play dark, villainous roles with ease. 10. Main Khiladi Tu Anari (1994) This action-comedy, starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, features Kader Khan as a no-nonsense police commissioner. His comedic timing and ability to lighten intense situations made him a crucial supporting player in this entertaining film.
22 October,2024 09:41 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Bhagyashree 's daughter Avantika Dassani, who is back with the new season of her web series 'Mithya' got candid about watching her mom's first film 'Maine Pyar Kiya' in which she starred alongside Salman Khan. Avantika speaks exclusively to mid-day.com about her reaction to the romantic drama and why she couldn't bring herself to watch it fully. 'People would tell me their I Loved You stories' Avantika Dassani recalls holidaying with her family where people would hound her mother for pictures or autographs or to simply have a conversation. She elaborates, “The incredible thing for me is that to date whenever I meet people, especially now working in this industry, even when I'm on sets, people will come up to me and tell me, 'We're big fans of your mother'.They will tell me their story of 'Maine Pyar Kiya' and it's so wonderful because everyone has a story with that. Some would say they've watched it 50 times, they would dance to the songs, some would collect photo stamps, and so on. It's just so interesting to see that it could have that effect on so many people and be part of their memories.” Avantika Dassani shares her reaction to 'Maine Pyar Kiya' Avantika Dassani was in school when she watched the iconic film 'Maine Pyar Kiya'. She admits not being able to bring herself to watch it like any other movie since she couldn't see her mother sad or crying in a difficult situation. She asserts, “You don't understand it, you don't comprehend it and all it does is upset you. So that was the reason why we couldn't watch her on screen because obviously, she has a lot of emotional scenes. I don't know about my brother, but I actually didn't watch it for a really long time. And also the idea, right? That's not my father (laughs).” On a serious note, she adds, “You still live in a reality where your father is at home very much and you are seeing that. Also, I hadn't been on sets with her at this point in time. When you're that small, it's just a little unnerving for a bit to get used to. But it's not problematic in any way. I don't think it's an issue. It's just, 'hmm', one of those moments. But you get over the 'hmm' very fast.” Avantika Dassani's hilarious on-set story with mom Bhagyashree Avantika looks back at one instance when she interrupted her mother's scene, who at that point was being thrashed by a villain. “I don't remember this, but this is a story I'm told. There was a scene where someone is sort of having this fight with her and they throw her to the ground. And I not knowing what the hell was happening, ran into the frame and went up to this 6-ft man and started hitting him and saying, 'Meri mummy ko chor do' (Let go of my mother),” she signs off.
22 October,2024 09:32 AM IST | Mumbai | Oshin FernandesSinger Mika Singh, who has a strong friendship with Salman Khan and has sung several of his popular tracks like "Jumme Ki Raat," "Aaj Ki Party," and "440 Volt," has shown his support for the actor amidst the death threats Salman has been receiving from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Mika, who sang "Jumme Ki Raat" for Salman, stood by the actor during this tough time and even quoted lines from his famous song "Ganpat," assuring that he will always be there for him. Salman Khan gets support from Mika Singh amid death threats During a recent live performance, Mika Singh gave a shout-out to Salman Khan. On stage, Mika reportedly showed his support for Salman by singing his well-known track "Ganpat" from Shootout At Lokhandwala. Referring to the lyrics during the performance, Mika mentioned that he wanted to dedicate a line to Salman and sang a portion of the song that goes, "Bhai hu main bhai, tu fikar na kar. Uski m** ki, uski b**n ki, jo dekhe idhar. Apun ko bata de kabhi ho gaye phantar. Sabki ph*ni apne naam se apun jaye jidhar." Salim Khan stands by Salman Khan Bollywood actor Salman Khan's safety continues to make headlines this year. The superstar has been on gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's radar for his alleged involvement in the Blackbuck poaching case. After claiming responsibility for NCP leader Baba Siddique's murder, the gangster has threatened the superstar to pay and apologise or be ready for dire consequences. Bishnoi has said that Salman humiliated his community by allegedly killing a blackbuck. Now, Salman Khan's father veteran screenwriter Salim Khan has reacted to the matter. He claimed that his son has no reason to apologise to anyone as he never killed any animal. He said that he had asked his son if he was involved in the blackbuck case to which he denied being even in the car when the poaching happened. Salim said that his son never lies to him. "I asked Salman who did it, and he said that he was not even present at the spot. He said he was not even in the car when the incident happened. And he never lies to me," he said in a interview with ABP. Salim further said that his son has no reason to apologise as he never killed any animal and apologising would mean agreeing to have committed a crime. "Mafi mangna, ye accept karna hai ki maine maara hai. Salman ney kabhi kisi jaanwar ko nahi maara. Humne kabhi kisi coackroach ko bhi nahi maara. Hum inn cheejo me believe hi nhi karte (Apologising means admitting. Salman never killed any animal. We have never even killed any cockroach. We do not believe in these things)," he said.
22 October,2024 09:08 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSukesh Chandrashekhar has been in the spotlight ever since he openly expressed his love for actress Jacqueline Fernandez. Despite being in jail for his alleged role in a Rs 200 crore money laundering case, he continues to send letters from prison, often addressed to Jacqueline. In his latest letter, he wrote about wanting to buy a significant stake in Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions. Karan Johar's Dharma Productions gets bid from Sukesh Chandrashekhar Sukesh Chandrashekhar sent a 'letter of intent' from Tihar jail in Delhi, where he's currently held. The three-page letter, sent through a law firm called Anantam Legal, outlined his plan to purchase around 50-70 percent of Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. In the letter, he wrote, "Karan, I am giving you open offer with any Terms of your Choice, and I am looking at 50 to 70 percent Stake in Dharma, and you give me your number which according to you is Reasonable, I commit they would not be a Negotiation, We will we will do a all Cash Deal in 48 hours, here in Indiaor through FDI, from BVI (sic.)" The letter mentioned that his financial advisor told him Dharma Productions was looking for investors. Since no agreements had been made, Sukesh decided to make his own offer. He also added in the letter, “Me, my family, are Big Fans of Dharma productions, Mainly the Wonderful Human Karan Johar, and most importantly Love of My Life Jacqueline,has huge Respect towards you, Which you very well know. So its a Privilege and a honour to acquire Stake/infuse funds in your Company and Become a part of your family (sic.)" He also shockingly stated, "I am sure for you this offer is Very Strange, as it’s Being offered from the Walls of Asia’s largest prison, But Karan, Best and Wonderful things happen from extraordinary Situations and places, Persons, Give a Chance to make all of this a extraordinary Deal which the World Would talk about. Looking forward (sic.)" Adar Poonawalla becomes co-owner of Dharma Productions Currently, Adar Poonawalla is making headlines for acquiring 50% share of Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. Considering Adar now owns 50% of Dharma Productions, he is the co-owner of Karan Johar's production house. But who is Adar Poonawalla? What is his net worth? Why is he venturing into entertainment—especially with one of the biggest production houses in the country? Let's find out. Adar Poonawalla is the son of Cyrus Poonawalla. The businessman is married to Natasha Poonawalla, an entrepreneur and fashion enthusiast. Natasha has good connections in Bollywood - she is friends with Kareena Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor, Malaika Arora, and others. She is also a regular at fashion events across the globe. Adar and Natasha have two children.
22 October,2024 08:35 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Manisha Koirala, who was last seen in the streaming show ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’, has shared that she loves practising Yoga on the beaches of Mumbai. On Monday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared a few pictures of herself holding her Yoga mat and walking down the beach. The actress was dressed in Yoga pants with a matching shirt, and a pair of white sneakers. She tied her hair at the back, and rounded up her look with a pair of sunglasses. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manisha Koirala (@m_koirala) She wrote in the caption, “Keep moving, in whatever form it takes—be it yoga, gym, aerobics, or dance. While in Mumbai, I love practising yoga on the beach, especially in the early morning when the city is quiet, and the sea breeze energises the soul”. She further mentioned, “There’s a deep connection with ourselves and the world around us at the beach. Everything feels bigger, brighter, and more interesting when you engage your body and mind in movement. It brings a sense of peace. #YogaOnTheBeach #MumbaiMornings #StayActive”. Earlier, the actress had shared a Reel in which she could be seen jetting off to some place from the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai. In the video, the actress was seen decked up in a pair of loose denims and a black t-shirt. She accessorised her look with a fanny bag, a pair of sunglasses, and a scarf with polka dots. Meanwhile, on the work front, the actress last essayed the role of a brothel madam, Mallikajaan in ‘Heeramandi:The Diamond Bazaar’ directed by Indian auteur Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The show, which tells the story of the eponymous district in British India, marked the OTT debut of Bhansali with whom Manisha worked in ‘Khamoshi: The Musical’. ‘Heeramandi:The Diamond Bazaar’ has been renewed for a second season, and will soon drop on Netflix. 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
22 October,2024 07:46 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSFilmmaker Anil Sharma, best known for directing 'Gadar' and 'Gadar 2', is coming up with a new film titled 'Vanvaas', which will be headlined by Nana Patekar and Utkarsh Sharma. On Monday, the makers unveiled the first look of Nana Patekar and Utkarsh and the release date of the film. The movie will hit the theatres on December 20. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zee Studios (@zeestudiosofficial) Sharing the details, Zee Studios on Instagram wrote, "Iss Christmas, apno ko pehchaniye. Anil Sharma, brings to you his next emotional rollercoaster ride! #Vanvaas releasing 20th December, in cinemas near you." Recently, in an interview with ANI, Anil Sharma got candid about the shooting location of the film. "We have done the shooting in Varanasi and Shimla. The best part of 'Vanvas' is the scenes of Nana Patekar and Utkarsh and their chemistry," he said, "Ramayana and Vanvaas is a different take on the same where kids make their parents take exile. Kalyug Ka Ramayana jaha Apne hi Dete Hai Apno ko Vanvaas," Anil Sharma said in a press note shared by the film's team. Umesh Kr Bansal, Chief Business Officer at Zee Studios, said, "We are thrilled to back such an extraordinary project. Vanvaas offers a fresh take on modern-day family dynamics, and we are confident it will deliver a truly unique experience for the audience." Written, produced, and directed by Anil Sharma, 'Vanvaas' will be a Zee Studios Worldwide Release. 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
22 October,2024 07:40 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIFresh from the success of 'Stree 2', Shraddha Kapoor attended NDTV World Summit held at New Delhi and spoke on multiple topics including her father’s struggles, her choice of films, seven course meal and a secret. Speaking about her father Shakti Kapoor, Shraddha said “He is not a part of the film family. He has come from Delhi. My dadaji owned a cloth shop and he suggested to my father that you can work in a travel agency. But my dad pursued his dream.” She continued “From time to time, he asks me how things are going.When I am thinking about signing a film, I go to him, I ask him.” Shraddha also spoke about her aunt(maasi) Padmini Kolhapure and revealed that she seeks advice from her as well. Shraddha also spoke about the recent success of ‘Stree-2’ and stated that “It's great to be part of something that has been my childhood dream.” At the NDTV World Summit, Shraddha Kapoor also took up questions from the audience and had some fun conversation with them. From the audience a girl asked Shraddha Kapoor “Aapke bhi Aadhaar Card mein waisi wali photo hai” (Does your Aadhaar Card have a bad pic of yours). Shraddha Kapoor humorously answered “Main nahin dikha sakti Aadhaar Card wali photo”(I can’t show my Aadhaar Card photo) Shraddha Kapoor is famous actor Shakti Kapoor’s daughter. She made her debut with ‘Teen Patti’ in 2010. Her first hit was ‘Aashqui-2’. Later she had many career fluctuations but she continued to deliver hits after every short duration.In last few years she has delivered hits like ‘Stree’, ‘Stree-2’ and ‘Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar’ .Shraddha Kapoor recently admitted to being in relationship and said that she likes spending time with her partner. 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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