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Mumbai, July 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Saanand Verma has opened up about how Hema Malini's iconic character Basanti from "Sholay" served as the inspiration behind his role in the upcoming film "Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan." He revealed that he drew cues from Malini's iconic portrayal of Basanti. Speaking about his character and preparation for the role Saanand shared, "My character is named Shauki Lal -- the name itself is quite quirky and fun. He's a cheerful, light-hearted driver who just can't stop talking. He reminds you of Hema Malini's iconic Basanti from Sholay -- drives around and talks nonstop. His mouth is literally never shut." "He brings humour, rhythm, and energy to the story and is one of the high points of the film. I initially thought of him as someone who constantly chews gutkha. So, I prepared with that idea in mind. But once I was on set, director Santosh Singh suggested I should try delivering lines without it. That clicked better, and we dropped the gutkha angle. Since this is a very natural character, I didn't need heavy preparation. I've observed a lot of real-life drivers -- especially those who talk a lot -- and used that as a base." Saanand Verma added, "I've been playing fast-talking characters like Saxena Ji (Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai) for over 11 years, so quick delivery comes naturally. Plus, I'm always observing people. I've seen dozens of drivers in my life -- talkative, expressive, animated. And of course, I've seen Sholay 15 times -- Basanti was always a reference point! Even the driving sequences were shot in the hills of Uttarakhand, with dangerous turns, but I've been driving for 22 years, so that part was fun and easy." Talking about working alongside Vikrant Massey and Shanaya Kapoor in the upcoming film, he stated, "Vikrant is a brilliant actor -- deeply professional and very focused. Working with him was a joy. Shanaya, in her debut, was a revelation. In one emotional scene, she cried even after the cut was called -- that's how immersed she was. She's humble, dedicated, and has no star-kid attitude. Her upbringing is clearly reflected in her work ethic. She's going to do really well." "Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan" will mark Shanaya Kapoor's acting debut. Inspired by Ruskin Bond's beloved short story "The Eyes Have It," the film features Shanaya as a passionate theatre performer. Vikrant Massey plays the role of a visually impaired musician. The romantic drama is scheduled to hit theatres on July 11.
Hyderabad: It's been just two days since Maalik and Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan hit theatres, but the difference in their box office performance is already striking. While Maalik, starring Rajkummar Rao, is racing ahead with strong numbers, Shanaya Kapoor's debut film is finding it hard to make a mark. Box Office Day 2: Maalik Surges Ahead Maalik had a decent opening with Rs 3.75 crore on its first day. On day 2, the film showed solid growth and collected Rs 5.25 crore (early estimates), bringing its total to Rs 9 crore in just two days. The film is clearly connecting with the audience, especial ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Zain Durrani has shared that being an actor in the Hindi film industry is like being constantly on for a competitive exam. Talking about some of the toughest rejections or obstacles he has faced while trying to find his footing in Bollywood, Zain told IANS: "You don't come from having learnt to face the rejections here. You learn by facing them day in and day out. Being an actor is like you're constantly on for competitive exams and whether you have a job or not, you're onto another test." He added: "And you could have been great and fit for one and totall ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], August 4 (ANI): The Jharkhand government declared a three-day state mourning, starting Monday, following the passing of the state's former Chief Minister and co-founder of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, Shibu Soren. "In honour of the late Honourable former Chief Minister-cum-Rajya Sabha MP, the State Government has decided to observe 03 (three) days of state mourning from August 4 to August 6," the message from the Jharkhand government read. Also Read | Kerala Shocker: 47-Year-Old Man Dies by Suicide After Failing to Arrange Funds for Son's Engineering College Admission. ...Read More >
While Diwali celebrations are lighting up the skies and houses are buzzing with chatter and laughter as families gather to celebrate the festival of lights, new shows and movies are making their way onto streaming giants for the fans to enjoy. From movies to shows, national as well as international, will be premiering on the over-the-top (OTT) platforms during the weekend. So grab your drinks, popcorn, and other favourite snacks to take a look at the long list of releases this weekend. They Call ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jun 27 (PTI) Veteran movie star Rekha recreated her look from the 1981 film "Umrao Jaan" at the theatrical re-release premiere of the film that brought out the who's who of Bollywood in attendance, including Aamir Khan, Alia Bhatt, Tabu, and Hema Malini. Directed by Muzaffar Ali, the period drama has been restored and re-released in cinemas on June 27. The film has been restored by the National Film Development Corporation-National Film Archive of India under the National Film Heritage Mission. Rekha turned heads as she appeared in a stunning white and gold anarkali by Manish Malhotr ...Read More >
Srinagar, Dec 16: Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra-starrer Sholay, widely regarded as one of Indian cinema's greatest films, returned to the big screen last week as cinephiles gathered at INOX multiplex in Srinagar to relive the 1975 cult classic. The special theatrical re-release marks 50 years of Sholay, which completed its golden jubilee in August this year. To commemorate the milestone, director-producer Ramesh Sippy, in collaboration with the Film Heritage Foundation (FHF), restored and re-released the film under the title 'Sholay: The Final Cut'. The restored version features previously ...Read More >
It's been 25 years since Refugee released. The film marked the debut of Abhishek Bachchan and Kareena Kapoor, two fresh faces who would go on to become big names in Bollywood. Looking back on those early days, Abhishek recently shared a fun memory from that time. He recalled how he and Kareena once had to be locked inside a projector room during a theatre visit because fans found out they were there. In an interview with SCREEN, Abhishek Bachchan said, "I have vivid memories! I was filming in Ma ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Freida Pinto is all set to star in streaming giant Netflix's upcoming series "Unaccustomed Earth," an adaptation of the Jhumpa Lahiri short story collection. Pinto will play Parul Chaudhury in the series, which was originally announced in April. As previously reported, Netflix has commissioned eight episodes, reports variety.com. The official tagline for the show states that it is "an epic, soapy, and culturally vibrant drama about a tight-knit Indian American community navigating love, desire, and belonging." "Rich with nuance, passion, and unforget ...Read More >
Mumbai, 2 July (UNI) The trailer of "Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiya", a tender, emotionally resonant romantic drama starring Vikrant Massey and debutante Shanaya Kapoor, has been officially released. Directed by Santosh Singh, the film introduces Shanaya Kapoor, daughter of industry veterans Sanjay Kapoor and Maheep Kapoor, in her first feature role. The trailer opens on an intriguing note: Shanaya is shown blindfolded, while Massey appears wearing dark sunglasses, setting the tone for whimsical yet emotionally layered narrative. Their initial altercation is quirky and whimsical, Shanaya unexpectedl ...Read More >
Kolkata: Retired schoolteacher Mousumi Banerjee from Siliguri, former banker Goutam Roychowdhury from Behala, and guitarist Neeta Dutta of Kasba didn't know each other even two months ago. Bound by a common thread and a new calling, when the three, along with 15 others, took to the stage on Saturday evening, they left the audience awestruck with their courage, resilience and hope.Presented by Medica Oncology in association with Natyaanan, the show opened with Arya-Anarya to rousing applause from the packed audience at Kala Mandir. They are cancer champions who refuse to look back and celebrate ...Read More >
Harimurali, who started out as a child actor, was now working as a VFX artist. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Harimurali, former Malayalam child actor, was found dead at his home in Kerala * He was 27 years old and acted in around 50 films as a child artist * Harimurali worked as a VFX artist in the film industry after his acting career Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Harimurali, former child actor known for Malayalam movies such as ...Read More >
IMAGE: Vikrant Massey in The Sabarmati Express. At 46, Quentin Tarantino said he would quit Hollywood at the age of 60 after he directs his 10th movie, reasoning he wouldn't want to linger on past his prime. He's 61 now and still deciding on the script of his much-hyped grand finale. Academy-award winner Daniel Day Lewis announced he would hang his boots in 2017 only to make an exception, seven years later for son Ronan's direction, Anemone. Back home, Vikrant Massey is grabbing headlines by his sudden decision to retire from films. 'Coming 2025, we would meet each other for one last time ...Read More >
Thirty years of 'Diwale Dulhania Le Jayenge', the film that invited a subset of urbane women to 'come fall in love'. My qualifications to trace its journey involve being an accidental chronicler of the economics and mathematics of Shah Rukh Khan and his female fans. For fifteen years, I thought I was interviewing women about how they saw Khan. Instead, I discovered how these women saw themselves and their frustrated attempts to find love and livelihoods.Finer minds than mine have dissected every ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey has revealed that despite his success, there are still people in the film industry who make him feel lesser. In a recent interaction with IANS, he also admitted that many don't like him as an actor but added that their doubts only fuel his determination to keep proving himself. When asked if any star kids ever made him feel less important during his struggling days, Massey clarified that it wasn't about star kids specifically, but about certain individuals in the industry who tried to make him feel small. The '12th Fail' actor s ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 1 (ANI): NMDC, India's largest iron ore producer, marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of its new international office in Dubai, UAE on Tuesday. This strategic expansion fortifies NMDC's global presence and propels its vision to become a multinational mining powerhouse, the company said in a release. Also Read | Mawra Hocane, Saba Qamar and Few Pakistani Actors' Instagram Accounts Now Visible in India but Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan Remain Banned. The office was inaugurated by the Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy, Minister of Steel, and Heavy Ind ...Read More >
Hema Malini's biography details her deep bond with Dimple Kapadia. Dimple married Rajesh Khanna at sixteen, sacrificing her film career. Hema observed Dimple's struggles with solitude and early motherhood. They confided in each other during personal challenges. Dimple also offered blunt advice on Hema's relationship with Dharmendra. Their enduring friendship spanned decades and professional collaborations. When superstar Rajesh Khanna decided to marry Dimple Kapadia in 1973, it sent shockwaves t ...Read More >
KOLKATA: Following his demise on location for his latest project, 'Bhole Baba Paar Karega', Rahul Arunoday Banerjee left behind a legacy that is both diverse and deeply rooted in the soil of Bengal. While veterans like Soumitra Chatterjee had compared his instinctive acting to that of the legendary Kali Banerjee, his peers remember him as an underrated actor par excellence whose acting journey began at the age of three with his father's theatre troupe, Bijoygarh Atmaprakash. The stage-bred discipline remained the backbone of his craft and found an expression of his sensitivity in his last play ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): As the Digital India Mission completed 10 years on Tuesday, BJP leader Pradeep Bhandari drew contrast between the BJP and the opposition bloc and said that while the INDI Alliance is associated with 'corruption and nepotism,' the Modi government is associated with the model of development. The BJP leader praised the central government for the success of Digital India and stated that the country now accounts for 50 per cent of global financial transactions, a testament to Prime Minister Modi's development model. Addressing a press conference here on Tuesday, P ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 1 (ANI): Actor Vikrant Massey is set to star in a romantic drama along with debutant Shanaya Kapoor in the film titled 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan'. Although known for films like '12th Fail' and 'The Sabarmati Report', the actor Massey feels that this romantic drama is his debut film in Hindi cinema, as he has never done a movie of this genre before. The makers have released the trailer of the film at the 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' trailer launch event in Mumbai on Tuesday. While interacting with the media at the launch event, Massey confessed that he is feeling ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 2 (PTI) Actor Vikrant Massey is back after a break and says he has more clarity about what he wants to do in life -- both personal and professional -- going forward. The "12th Fail" star had last year announced a hiatus from acting to focus on his family and health. The break, he said, should not be misinterpreted as his retirement. "My break is over. I took it for six months. I've far more clarity in everything, not just in my profession but in my personal life as well. Acting is a very important part of my life, but there are other aspects of my life which are equally important ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Santosh Singh's romantic drama Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, based on Ruskin Bond's classic short story The Eyes Have It released in theatres on July 11. The film marks the much-talked-about debut of Shanaya Kapoor, daughter of actor Sanjay Kapoor, and pairs her opposite critically acclaimed actor Vikrant Massey. With music by Vishal Mishra and presented by Zee Studios and Mini Films, the movie promises a blend of romance, introspection, and emotional depth. But now that the film is finally in front of audiences, the question remains: how did it land with viewers? Initial reactions on X ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 15: Superstar singer Arijit Singh, who has been consistently belting out chartbusters, is turning leaf on a new chapter in his professional life. The singer is all set to enter into a new territory, and is set to make his debut as a Bollywood film director. As per a source, the film is touted to be a jungle adventure film, and will be bankrolled by Mahaveer Jain. The source said, "Arijit Singh is all set to direct a unique jungle adventure film. Mahaveer Jain is the producer and he's excited about this ambitious project. He's going all out to ensure that the film appeals to the Pa ...Read More >
MUMBAI, Oct 19 -- India's longest-running film celebrates 30 years in the same cinema on Monday, a Bollywood romance so beloved that fans know it simply by its acronym "DDLJ". First released on October 20, 1995, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, or The Brave Hearted Will Take the Bride, has been running daily at Mumbai's Maratha Mandir theatre since its debut. "I have seen it about 30 times... and I will continue watching it," said Mohammad Shakir, 60, smiling as he bought another 40 rupee (US$0.45) ticket. The film, which catapulted Shah Rukh Khan to superstardom and redefined modern Hindi roma ...Read More >
Palestinian filmmaker Rashid Masharawi's From Ground Zero, an anthology of 22 short films, captures the resilience of Palestinians under siege in Gaza. Screened at global festivals like Ajyal and Cairo, the film was denied permission at Dharamshala and excluded from Cannes, sparking controversy. The anthology, created under challenging conditions, features diverse storytelling forms, highlighting personal narratives of survival. Masharawi emphasizes cinema as a tool for resistance and preserving Palestinian identity. His latest film, Passing Dreams, follows a boy's journey through historic Pal ...Read More >
PNN Gurgaon (Haryana) [India], July 19: The spotlight shone brightly at the Leela Ambience Mall, Gurgaon, as the grand finale of Mrs World International 2025 Season 3 unfolded in an unforgettable celebration of strength, elegance, and transformation. This year's edition was particularly momentous, as it marked 11 iconic years of Glamour Gurgaon, a platform that has redefined the narrative of beauty and empowered thousands of women to dream, evolve, and shine on a global stage. Bringing together over 100 accomplished finalists from diverse walks of life, the pageant was not merely a competiti ...Read More >
New Delhi: After Bollywood Badshah Shah Rukh Khan received his first ever National Award for Jawan recently, the star was flooded with many congratulatory messages. Among many celebs, SRK was also congratulated by none other than Shashi Tharoor. But what caught public attention was how the kinf of romance thanked him ala Tharoor style. SRK channelled his inner Shashi Tharoor and on X (formerly called Twitter) and the witty exchange went viral on social media. The politician known for his strong vocabulary wrote: "A National Treasure wins a National Award! Congratulations @iamsrk!." To this S ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 19 (PTI) Mumbai's iconic single-screen theatre, Maratha Mandir, has remained the permanent home of "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" for 30 years and it will continue to do so as long as audiences keep coming, says the theatre's executive director Manoj Desai. Opened in 1952, the 1,107-seater cinema has screened numerous iconic films, including "Mughal-E-Azam" and "Pakeezah". Yet it is the Shah Rukh Khan-Kajol starrer "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" that has cemented its place in history with an unprecedented and record-breaking run since its release on October 20, 1995. During a priva ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Vikrant Massey, who is currently holidaying in Naples, Italy with his family, shared a picture of him busy doing "monkey business" with his son Vardaan. Vikrant took to Instagram, where he shared two images of him sitting outdoors in a cafe with his son Vardaan sitting on his lap. The toddler looks adorable wearing a large sun hat with polka dots. Meanwhile, Vikrant is seen smiling while looking at his son in the second image. "Just a little monkey business," he wrote as the caption. Vikrant married his longtime girlfriend Sheetal Thakur in 2022. The co ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Shadowfax has filed draft IPO papers with markets regulator Sebi through the confidential filing route. The company is seeking to raise up to Rs 2,000-2,500 crore comprising a mix of fresh issue of shares and offer for sale (OFS) by existing shareholders, sources said. The Flipkart and TPG backed logistics startup which was last valued at $712 million or about Rs 6,000 crore is eyeing an IPO valuation of about Rs 8,500 crore.Startups are rushing to Dalal Street after a recovery in stock markets opened up the IPO window for companies. Over the past few days, Pine Labs, Wakefit and Curef ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 1 (ANI): The title track of Ajay Devgn-starrer 'Son Of Sardaar 2' has been released. Sung by Romy and Sudhir Yaduvanshi, with music composed by Harsh Upadhyay and lyrics penned by Shabbir Ahmed, Khara, and Sukriti Bhardwaj, the song was shot in the "picturesque pinds" of Punjab. In the song's video, Ajay, in a turbaned look, can be seen dancing with full enthusiasm. Also Read | Mawra Hocane, Saba Qamar and Few Pakistani Actors' Instagram Accounts Now Visible in India but Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan Remain Banned. https://www.instagram.com/p/DLjvn1lu3vm/?hl=en ...Read More >