The length of the second "Weekend Ka Vaar" episode was quite short. The runtime of today’s episode was hardly 1 and half hours long, while last weekend's episode exceeded 2 hours. With beefed-up security amid multiple threats, we may see bhaijaan for relatively lesser time. Keeping that aside, today’s episode was all about Shilpa Shirodkar breaking her long fast and Salman Khan bashing Afreen Khan and Sana Afreen for being manipulative and trying to use their career topics to gain sympathy. So before dissecting what was good in today’s episode, let’s discuss what happened in the Bigg Boss house. What happened in Bigg Boss Weekend ka Vaar The episode started with Avinash Mishra apologizing to Shilpa Shirodkar and requesting her to eat something as her health was deteriorating. Later in the house, Salman Khan came through the TV to meet the Bigg Boss contestants and give them the right direction to follow. The confrontation started with Karan Veer Mehra. Salman Khan was seen supporting Avinash over Karan. Bhaijaan gave Karan an earful for using derogatory statements against Mishra, even questioning how Mehra would have reacted to such comments. Later, the 3/4 of the episode was spent on Afreen for not using his title of "Time God" properly. Salman took Afreen and Sana's case for behaving like superiors in the house. He engaged in some light-hearted teasing in his classic style, though he was seen losing his cool over Afreen's baseless arguments. What worked for us? Thank goodness we can say that Salman Khan is back with a bang, ready to take the housemates' class with proper comebacks and reprimands. Afreen Khan and Sana looked like clowns. Disappointed and frustrated by their behaviour, Salman Khan himself said, "What all I am going through in life, and I have to come here and handle this." This clearly shows that he is super tense about whatever has happened in the recent past, be it his close friend Baba Siddique's demise, receiving threats, or the constant security concern. Earlier in the episode while having a discussion with Shilpa, Salman expressed that he didn't want to come. He shared, "Aaj mujhe yahan (set) pe aana hi nahi tha, lakin ek aadmi ko kuch karna padta hai, toh karna padta hai." Salman Khan says Aaj mujhe yahan (set) pe aana hi nahi tha, lakin ek aadmi ko kuch karna padta hai, toh karna padta hai.pic.twitter.com/t789I77NjF — #BiggBoss_Tak👁 (@BiggBoss_Tak) October 19, 2024 Well, that’s all for today's Weekend Ka Vaar! Stay tuned to mid-day.com for more updates and reports on Bigg Boss 18
19 October,2024 11:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKartik Aaryan is currently looking forward to the release of his horror-comedy film 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3'. After the release of its trailer and the 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' title track, the actor has left everyone excited for the film’s release as he prepares to return as Rooh Baba in the third installment of this iconic franchise. Moreover, the title track, featuring Kartik's electrifying dance moves, has created a buzz, with even Amitabh Bachchan praising his dancing skills. Amitabh Bachchan in awe of Kartik Aaryan's dance As Kartik Aaryan recently went to Kaun Banega Crorepati for 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' promotions, Amitabh Bachchan was seen praising the actor saying, "How do all the parts of your body move at the same time—your hands, legs, head, waist... how?" To this, Kartik responds with a smile, saying, "Sir, there's a voice from within, and it just happens." The megastar then goes on to share that he would get scolded for not dancing properly. He says, "Sir humko Nritya aata nahi hai aur humko bahot daant padti thi.. aur hum toh uss zamane ke. humara ek gaana tha na saara zamana woh bijli ka dress pehli baar banwaya tha... taar yehi se jaata tha andar aur bahar jaake woh plug kar dete the.. Udhar se on karte the toh hum naachna shuru kar dete the..Aap ka nritya dekh ke humko yehi lagta hai sir aapka koi bijli ka taar toh hai nahi... toh kaise kar paa rahe hain aap." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sony Entertainment Television (@sonytvofficial) About Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 The anticipation for Kartik’s return to the big screen with Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is palpable. The audience's excitement is undeniable, and it’s certain that he is set to create madness with its release this Diwali. ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’, directed by Anees Bazmee, also stars Madhuri Dixit, Sanjai Mishra, Triptii Dimri and Rajpal Yadav, among others. Vidya Balan is set to reprise her iconic role as the haunting dancer Manjulika in the film. Her return marks a reunion with the beloved franchise, following her unforgettable performance in the original 2007 movie. ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ is set to release on November 1, clashing with Rohit Shetty's multi-starrer cop drama 'Singham Again.' Moreover, apart from Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, slated for a Diwali release, Kartik will also be seen in Anurag Basu’s musical love story.
19 October,2024 12:40 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKhana, ration, khana, ration, khana—confused? We are too because Bigg Boss 18 is revolving around food, and that’s it. The makers have no other way to make the season interesting; hence, they have started reducing the amount of food, which is making the housemates go crazy. After Avinash Mishra's return to the house, things took a 360-degree turn, with those wanting to eliminate him going to him for food. While a few, like Vivian Dsena, looked sane in the episode, Karan Veer Mehra came off as an utterly disrespectful human in the house. So, before dissecting what was right and what was wrong, here’s what happened on Bigg Boss Day 12 What happened on Bigg Boss Day 12 The episode started with Avinash Mishra announcing that he would only give ration to those who asked for it. He put out a condition that Rajat Dalal and Karan Veer Mehra would discuss the ruckus; only then would he provide food for lunch. To be precise, the entire episode was based on this ruckus, which led to multiple breakdowns, a few showdowns, and more. First, Shilpa Shirodkar had a breakdown when Avinash said that she could try hard, but she still would not be able to enter his good books. View this post on Instagram A post shared by JioCinema (@officialjiocinema) The fight then grew bigger when the housemates announced a protest against Mishra. Chum Darang lost control and got into a fight with Chahat Pandeybecause the latter wanted to cook food, but Chun was against it. For Chun, she was fighting a baseless fight, which honestly seemed quite stupid. Rajat Dalal, the one who has no argument of his own, jumped in between for no reason, but never mind. Further in the episode, Karan put out a demand that if Eisha Singh or Alice Kaushik wanted to talk to him, then only would he discuss the matter with Mishra. In the midst of it all, Viral Bhabhi Hema lost her control due to hunger and started shouting, which led to Vivian Dsena stepping in and asking Avinash to provide food. View this post on Instagram A post shared by JioCinema (@officialjiocinema) Later, Rajat Dalal jumped in again and picked a fight with Vivian, challenging him that he would stop the ration if he ever entered the jail, to which Vivian was seen saying, "Karke dikhadena." What Worked and What Didn’t Avinash Mishra is hands down the best player of Bigg Boss 18; he knows how to use his cards and powers to his advantage. The actor is doing an amazing job as a BB contestant, and we are totally impressed. It was quite cheap of Karan Veer to ask two girls to plead with him. Why Chun was dancing so much when Chahat wanted to cook was totally uncalled for. Rajat Dalal is that relative in your house that you desperately want to get rid of. The contest creator is totally wasted as a Bigg Boss contestant; he loves to jump into everyone else's matters and stretch them like rubber. His fight with Vivian Dsena today was a clear attempt to gain attention, but the audience isn’t fooled. Lastly, it’s a sincere request from Bigg Boss to get over the topic of ration, as it is overdone now.
19 October,2024 12:54 AM IST | MumbaiNo threat can stop bhai Salman Khan from getting back to work. Despite receiving another threat from Lawrence Bishnoi, Salman Khan has resumed shooting for 'Bigg Boss 18'’s 'Weekend Ka Vaar'. As per reports, the production team has beefed up Salman’s security to ensure the superstar's safety. He shot a new episode of 'Weekend Ka Vaar' recently. According to a report in 'India Today', Salman Khan shot a new episode of 'Bigg Boss 18'. The actor arrived on set with heavy security. As per the report, Salman Khan stayed at a chalet within the premises on Thursday night so that he could shoot for the new episode on Friday. Salman's filming schedule will continue uninterrupted, despite the heightened security concerns. Safety measures to ensure Salman’s security With 60 personnel deployed to safeguard the area and guards instructed to check Aadhaar cards before allowing anyone inside the compound, Salman's team has been doing their 100% to ensure the actor's safety. In addition to this, the 'Bigg Boss 18' crew has been given clear instructions to remain on-site until the shoot ends. About the fresh threat to Salman Khan The Mumbai traffic police received a death threat message demanding Rs 5 crore in extortion from Bollywood actor Salman Khan, with claims of resolving his conflict with jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, reported news agency ANI. The person who sent the death threat message claimed to be associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and threatened to endanger Bollywood actor Salman Khan’s life if the extortion money was not paid. According to the Mumbai Police, "A threatening message was received on the WhatsApp number of the Mumbai Traffic Police, demanding Rs 5 crore from Bollywood actor Salman Khan to settle his long-standing rivalry with Lawrence Bishnoi," reported ANI. The sender warned, "Don’t take this lightly. If Salman Khan wants to stay alive and resolve his enmity with Lawrence Bishnoi, he must pay Rs 5 crore. If the money is not paid, Salman Khan’s fate will be worse than Baba Siddique’s," reported ANI. The Mumbai Police are treating the matter with utmost seriousness and have launched an investigation into the case. The incident follows the recent murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique, adding to the gravity of the situation.
18 October,2024 08:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKushal Tandon has finally confirmed his relationship with 'Barsatein' co-star Shivangi Joshi. The duo had been rumored to be dating for quite some time, but now the actor has finally opened up about his love for Shivangi Joshi. While expressing his feelings for Joshi, the actor shared, "I am definitely in love." He also mentioned that he is "taking it very slow." Tandon further opened up about wedding plans, saying, "I am not getting married right now, but I am definitely in love." In an interview with 'Times of India', the actor said, "I am not getting married right now, but I am definitely in love. We are taking it very slow. My mother desperately wants to see me married, and 'unka bas chale toh meri shaadi aaj hi karwa de' (if it were up to her, she’d get me married today itself)." Sharing his happiness, the actor said that he is very happy to have found the love of his life. This is the first time Kushal has openly accepted his relationship with the actress. About Shivangi Joshi and Kushal Tandon's dating rumours Television actors Shivangi Joshi and Kushal Tandon, who played the lead pair in the show 'Barsatein Mausam Pyaar Ka', are reportedly dating and were planning to take their relationship to the next level. As per 'News18', Shivangi and Kushal fell in love on the sets of 'Barsatein' and have been inseparable since. The two are serious about each other and plan to make things official. “Shivangi and Kushal developed a liking for one another while shooting for 'Barsatein'. They are now dating and are serious about each other. They are also planning to get engaged soon,” said a source. “Both of them are very private people and therefore want to keep their relationship away from the public eye. They might announce their relationship when they feel the time is right,” added the source About Shivangi & Kushal's show 'Barsatein-Mausam Pyaar Ka' 'Barsatein-Mausam Pyaar Ka' went off the air in February this year. It was a romantic drama that explored the clash between two headstrong individuals—Reyansh Lamba (played by Kushal) and Aradhna Sahni (played by Shivangi Joshi). Set in the milieu of a newsroom, this intriguing narrative saw the passionate duo lock horns as they found themselves entwined in a complex web of emotions.
18 October,2024 07:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor-comedian Kapil Sharma and the cast of his comedy sketch show ‘The Great Indian Kapil Show’ visited the Wagah border last month, ahead of the launch of season 2. Archana Puran Singh, who is a prominent part of the show, shared a video from their trip on Wednesday. Indulging in their usual banter, the two artistes shared a light moment that was entertaining for their followers. Archana and Kapil's trip to Atari-Wagah border The actress started the video in a moving car, saying, "Here we are at the Atari-Wagah border." As she pans the camera, Kapil is heard saying, "Who's your driver, by the way?" Archana pretends to not know him, and asks his name in Punjabi. Kapil gestures towards the camera and says, "Guys, I'm the chauffeur, of Mrs Archana Puran Singh." Archana then says in jest, "Look where I have reached. Maine Kapil ko driver rakha hua hai!" Kapil then stops at a checkpoint, clicks pictures with border security personnel, before moving towards the final venue. "Look at our Indian flag!" Archana exclaims as she admits it is her first time watching the Beating Retreat. Kapil assures her it will be an experience full of passion and patriotism. Calling it a trip to remember, Archana thanked the BSF for their service towards the country. She also added, "@kapilsharma you are the most handsome and entertaining 'chauffeur' anyone could hope for! #ilovemyindia #yehmeraindia" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Archana Puran Singh (@archanapuransingh) The Great Indian Kapil Show season 2 is going great guns The new season of 'The Great Indian Kapil Show’ embodies shades of India with Kapil Sharma, Sunil Grover, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Rajiv Thakur and Archana Puran Singh tickling the funny bones of the audience. Ranked among Netflix’s top two shows in India since its launch, The Great Indian Kapil Show is the first Indian series to stay on the Global Top 10 Non-English TV list for five weeks. With Sunil Grover, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda and Rajiv Thakur turning in stellar performances week after week, Kapil Sharma delivering punches one after the other, and Archana Puran Singh helming her beloved ‘kursi,’ (chair) the series has captivated viewers, making it a standout hit. Netflix is committed to bringing the best and most diverse comedy genre content, making sure there's something for everyone.
17 October,2024 04:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Sana Raees Khan, who rose to fame with her appearance on ‘Bigg Boss 17’, recently shared insights into how she balances her demanding career with other priorities. Speaking about her approach to work, she emphasized the importance of effective task management. Sana shared, “I prioritize tasks based on urgency and significance. The lawyer also highlighted the value of having a dependable team to manage administrative responsibilities, allowing her to focus on her core duties as a lawyer. The renowned lawyer and reality show star added, “I was always famous as a lawyer but 'Bigg Boss' gave me Pan India recognition and now general public know about my efficacy in sensational, controversial and high-profile cases and Indrani Netflix docuseries subsequent to 'Bigg Boss' highlighted my achievement in the biggest Murder case of the country and gave me international recognition.” Sana Raees Khan also acknowledged the risks that come with her high-stakes profession. “My profession involves high risk and I contribute largely to societal justice where people’s lives and deaths is at stake. I have been vocal about receiving death threats while fighting for Divya Pahuja in the Haryana encounter case and after I secured her bail, she was tragically murdered, which affected my peace of mind, With passage of time, I have realised the kind of impact I can have in society with my actions as Allah has put me in this powerful profession wherein I can save people’s lives and I can become the source of happiness for them and give them a second life,” Sana further shared. Sana Raees Khan also hinted at exciting developments in her future. Displaying her entrepreneurial spirit, she teased a new venture, saying, “I’ve always had a passion for sports, and there will be an interesting announcement related to a sports venture soon". 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 October,2024 11:15 AM IST | Mumbai | PTIKartik Aaryan is pulling out all the stops to promote his highly anticipated horror-comedy ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.’ The actor will next appear on the popular game show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 16’, where he will be joined by Vidya Balan. The makers of the show have been sharing exciting promos for the upcoming episode, heightening anticipation among fans. In a new promo, Vidya takes the stage as the iconic character Manjulika, leaving a lasting impression on megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who responds with an amused, “Bhaut Hi Bhayankar Tha.” This playful exchange adds a thrilling element to the episode, showcasing Vidya's talent for embodying her character while entertaining the legendary host. Sharing the promo on its official Instagram page, Sony TV wrote, “Iss Friday KBC par AB, Kartik aur Vidya milkar karenge sabko entertain!.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sony Entertainment Television (@sonytvofficial) The promo begins with Big B asking Kartik how much he has prepared. The ‘Dhamaka’ actor playfully teases that he has left everything to Vidya. Reacting to the video, one fan said, “can't wait.” Another wrote, “Superb maza ayegaa.” In an earlier promo, viewers got a glimpse of Vidya preparing a 'nervous' Kartik for his appearance on the show. This behind-the-scenes interaction not only showcased their camaraderie but also hinted at the light-hearted moments fans can expect during the episode. The ‘Dirty Picture’ actress also playfully tried to scare Kartik by leaning into her Manjulika persona, making the actor exclaim, "Abhi mujhe Vidya chahiye, Manjulika nahi!" and they ended saying, “Chalo KBC khelte hain!” This episode will air on 18th October. ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’, directed by Anees Bazmee, features an impressive ensemble cast, including Madhuri Dixit, Sanjay Mishra, Triptii Dimri, and Rajpal Yadav, among others. Vidya Balan will reprise her iconic role as the haunting dancer Manjulika, marking her much-anticipated return to the beloved franchise after her unforgettable performance in the original 2007 film. Set to hit theatres on November 1, ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ will go head-to-head with Rohit Shetty's cop drama ‘Singham Again’, promising an exciting clash for audiences.
16 October,2024 06:51 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSTwenty-five years after the television show Fauji (1989) propelled Shah Rukh Khan into the spotlight, filmmaker Sandeep Ssingh is set to bring Fauji 2 to Doordarshan. Businessman Vicky Jain, known for his appearances in reality shows, will portray Col Sanjay Singh, and double up as a co-producer. Gauahar Khan has been signed on to essay the role of Lt Col Simarjeet Kaur and a cadet trainer specialising in weaponry. Sandeep hopes to recreate history and connect with every Indian, especially the youth. Sonu Nigam wil render the title track composed by Shreyas Puranik.
16 October,2024 07:01 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamVivian Dsena is Bigg Boss's ladla or the housemates'? Well, we are still figuring it out. Day 9 and 10 in the 'Bigg Boss' house were a little more dramatic than the other days. Today's episode had some genuine muddas, an interesting nomination task, and some good confrontations. While Gunratan Sadavarte had to leave the house, Avinash Mishra received some fruitful advice from Eisha Singh and Alice Kaushik. Vivian Dsena also fought with Rajat Dalal over a rather silly topic. So before we dive into what worked and what didn’t, here’s what happened in today's episode of 'Bigg Boss 18'. What happened in 'Bigg Boss' Day 9 & 10 The episode started with Time God Afreen Khan distributing duties among contestants. As usual, Avinash argued, which led the entire house to go against him and call him out for being rigid. This prompted Vivian to talk to Eisha Singh, asking her to explain things to Avinash. Later, Eisha and Alice expressed their concerns to Avinash. Bigg Boss then called Gunratan into the confession room and informed him that, due to an ongoing court case, he would have to leave the house for now. Vivian Dsena had a silly fight with Rajat Dalal over letting Chahat use the washroom, which became a big enough issue for the housemates to intervene, but no one did until Bigg Boss stepped in. Surprisingly, Sara Afreen still managed to find loopholes to back Vivian, which was unexpected. Later in the episode, 'Bigg Boss 18' had its second nomination, where Afreen Khan became the 'sanchalak'. The task involved boarding a train with a food item. The power to give the food item in the first round was with the first two nominated contestants chosen by Time God. In each subsequent round, two contestants got out and gained the power to give the food item. Avinash Mishra, Shilpa Shirodkar, Karan Veer Mehra, Alice Kaushik, Muskan Bame, Tajinder Bagga, and Viral Bhabhi, among others, were nominated in the task. What worked and what didn’t To be honest, today's episode of 'Bigg Boss 18' was the best so far—spice, drama, and valid muddas, the housemates had it all. But did they manage to capitalize on it? Sadly, no. While the contestants were quick to call out Avinash Mishra for his mistakes, they chose to stay silent when the radar was on Vivian Dsena. It took a wake-up call from Bigg Boss to make the contestants speak up against Vivian. Still, Sara Afreen chose to be his puppet, trying to defend him. Vivian Dsena, on the other hand, looked quite foolish trying to justify himself when he fought with Rajat about letting Chahat use the washroom. Gunratan leaving the house was a sad twist, as he was emerging as an entertaining character. It will be interesting to see if he returns to the show.
16 October,2024 12:30 AM IST | MumbaiBaba Siddique was shot dead in Bandra, and it is alleged that Lawrence Bishnoi was behind the politician's murder. Now, a new report suggests that Munawar Faruqui is also on Bishnoi's radar. In the morning, news came in that Munawar Faruqui had received a death threat. While various reports claim that the threats were from the Bishnoi gang, the Mumbai Police have not confirmed this. However, sources say the development comes weeks after the Delhi incident. But why is Munawar on Bishnoi's radar? Why is the Lawrence Bishnoi gang behind Munawar Faruqui? While the exact reasons for targeting Faruqui are unknown, 'Firstpost' quoted an officer saying, “The gang was furious over his gag on Hindu gods. Shooters were tasked with the hit job at a Delhi event in September. They travelled with him on the same flight from Mumbai and were even booked at the hotel where he was scheduled to stay. However, intelligence agencies alerted the Delhi police, and the plan was foiled.” It’s important to note that the police have provided protection to comedian Munawar Faruqui after receiving life threats against him. More updates on the Munawar Faruqui death threat According to sources, in September this year, Munawar was scheduled to attend an event in Delhi. However, the Delhi Police’s Special Cell received specific inputs about a plan to attack him at the event. Munawar was informed, and he was not allowed to attend. He was sent back to Mumbai under protection, and the Mumbai Police were alerted, leading to an increase in his security. Munawar Faruqui’s journey in showbiz Munawar started his journey in 2020 after he uploaded a stand-up comedy video titled 'Dawood, Yamraaj, Aurat'. After that, he released his debut song 'Jawab' with Spectra, an Indian musician. He started his journey in showbiz in 2022 with the reality show 'Lock Upp', hosted by actress-politician Kangana Ranaut. He was crowned as the winner of the show. He was then seen in 'Bigg Boss 17' in 2023, where he also lifted the trophy. Apart from Munawar Faruqui, here are several other high-profile names on the Lawrence Bishnoi gang’s alleged hit list including Salman Khan, Zeeshan Siddique (son of Baba Siddique), Shaganpreet Singh, Kaushal Chaudhari & Amit Dagar.
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