Ustad Zakir Hussain, the legendary tabla maestro, passed away on December 16 at 73. His last public appearance was at Pankaj Udhas's funeral in February. Renowned globally, Hussain won four Grammy Awards, including three at the 66th Grammys, and received India's highest honours: the Padma Shri (1988), Padma Bhushan (2002), and Padma Vibhushan (2023). His death has sparked tributes from fans and figures worldwide, including Bollywood stars like Kareena Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan, and A. R. Rahman, celebrating his unparalleled artistry and legacy.
16 December,2024 05:46 PM IST
Renowned tabla master Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away on December 16 at the age of 73 after battling serious health issues. He died in a hospital in San Francisco due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Zakir Hussain, the son of legendary tabla player Ustad Allarakha, was considered one of the greatest tabla players of his time. His exceptional talent and mastery over the instrument made him famous worldwide. He collaborated with musicians from various genres and was admired for his creativity and precision. Hussain’s passing leaves a huge void in the world of music, but his remarkable legacy will continue to inspire music lovers around the world for generations to come.
16 December,2024 12:32 PM IST
The wedding reception of Sana Sultan & Mohammad Wazid was nothing short of a star-studded event. Bigg Boss OTT stars, including rapper Naezy The Ba and Arbaaz Patel, graced the occasion. Mohammad Wazid was seen helping his bride, Sana, adjust her attire during the photo ops, showcasing their deep affection. But the highlight of the evening was Naezy’s surprise rap performance!
05 December,2024 11:34 AM IST
November 26, 2024, marked the 16th anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack, a tragedy that deeply impacted the nation. On this occasion, Maharashtra Governor Radhakrishnan paid floral tributes to the brave officers and martyrs at the Martyrs' Memorial, located at the Police Commissioner's Office. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also paid his respects at the memorial. Additionally, Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar joined in paying homage to the courageous individuals who lost their lives during the attack. The memorial serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave hearts who fought to protect Mumbai and its people during the tragic events of November 26, 2008.
26 November,2024 11:20 AM IST
The roka ceremony of Aadar Jain—the grandson of the late Raj Kapoor, son of Rima and Manoj Jain and the paternal cousin of Kareena Kapoor and Ranbir Kapoor—with fiancée Alekha Advani was held over the weekend. The intimate gathering was attended by close family members from both the bride and groom's sides, including prominent figures from the Kapoor family such as Kareena Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor, Babita Kapoor, and Randhir Kapoor. Alia Bhatt was unable to attend due to professional commitments. The ceremony evening also saw a minor mishap when Karisma Kapoor tripped, but it didn't dampen the joyful spirit of the occasion. Aadar looked regal in a cream-embroidered sherwani with matching trousers, while Alekha dazzled in a white sari and pearl-embellished blouse.
25 November,2024 03:31 PM IST
Director Rakesh Roshan has re-released his iconic film 'Karan Arjun' and revealed the movie's intriguing and complex casting history. Initially, the roles were supposed to be played by Ajay Devgn and Shah Rukh Khan, but due to certain issues, the casting plans changed. Roshan almost signed Aamir Khan to star opposite Salman Khan, but later decided to replace Aamir with Shah Rukh Khan. Roshan also shared an interesting anecdote about Shah Rukh’s initial reluctance to accept the film's theme of reincarnation. However, after the massive success of Karan Arjun, Shah Rukh humorously admitted his misjudgment and the director even joked that the success of the film inspired him to make 'Om Shanti Om.' When asked if he would consider remaking 'Karan Arjun,' Roshan suggested that Hrithik Roshan and Ranbir Kapoor would be his ideal choices for the new version.
23 November,2024 03:00 PM IST
The iconic Bollywood film 'Karan Arjun' will be re-released theatrically on November 22, with a new trailer launched on November 13, sparking nostalgia among fans. Director Rakesh Roshan explained that despite the film being 30 years old, its popularity endures due to the star power of Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan and their lasting cultural influence. He also shared how the iconic dialogues "Karan Arjun Aayenge" and "Bhaag Arjun Bhaag" came to be, describing it as a moment of inspiration that perfectly captured the film's themes of destiny and the bond between the characters.
22 November,2024 10:01 AM IST
Ananya Panday, in a recent chat with Mid-day on 'Sit With Hitlist,' opened up about her media training. She revealed that while Karan Johar, who launched her career with 'The Student Of The Year 2,' didn’t provide much formal training, his only advice was to "be herself." She noted that today’s new generation of actors is much more media-savvy and better trained to handle public attention. On her relationship with 'Gehraiyaan' co-star Siddhant Chaturvedi, when the latter took a jibe at her with his nepotism comment in an interview panel back in 2019, Ananya joked that he “probably wrote his comeback in a book and came prepared,” but stressed there’s no bad blood between them, highlighting their friendly rapport despite what the media portrayed of the fiasco.
19 November,2024 03:24 PM IST
Actors Patralekhaa and Rajkummar Rao tied the knot on November 15, 2021. Patralekhaa speaks exclusively to mid-day.com on how she felt about being addressed just as Rajkummar’s girlfriend despite being a seasoned actor herself. She also sheds light on her upcoming film ‘Phule’ with Pratik Gandhi, where she plays the role of Savitribai Phule. Watch the video for more.
14 November,2024 10:30 PM IST
In a recent exclusive interview on 'Sit with Hitlist,' Ananya Panday opened up about the impact of social media influencers, especially her cousin, Alanna Panday, being one of the most well-known personalities in the online space. Alanna, who runs a popular couple's YouTube channel with her American husband, Ivor, has made their lives a public affair for millions of followers. Ananya shared that she drew inspiration from Alanna's channel for her role in the film 'CTRL,' which revolves around the lives of an influencer couple. Ananya expressed her concerns, admitting that the life of an influencer can be "scary" and is, in many ways, a full-time job.
11 November,2024 12:16 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
