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New Delhi: Veteran actress Kiran Joneja recently addressed longstanding speculation surrounding her marriage to celebrated filmmaker Ramesh Sippy during an interview with Lehren Retro. Known for her grace both on and off screen, Kiran didn't shy away from answering questions about their 33-year-long union, including uncomfortable ones about her husband's past. When asked whether she had any hesitation about marrying someone significantly older and previously married, Kiran responded with clarity and poise. "I haven't heard of any affairs Mr Sippy has had," she firmly stated when questioned about Ramesh's alleged relationships with other women. Despite the interviewer pressing on, suggesting that Sippy "was a colourful man" who had "at least two affairs", Kiran remained composed. "I don't care, maybe it was there," she replied, making it clear that anything before their marriage was irrelevant to her. "But I know this much, that after meeting me, I don't know of any affair till today." Kiran, who tied the knot with Sippy in 1991 when she was 27 and he was 44, stressed that what mattered to her most was his character. "His personality," she said when asked what attracted her to the filmmaker. "He never spoke harshly to anyone. I liked him as a human being." Ramesh Sippy, known for directing classics like Shaan, Shakti and Buniyaad, was previously married and has three children, Rohan, Sonya and Sheena Sippy. While his career continues to be celebrated in Indian cinema, Kiran herself has had a versatile run as an actor, with appearances in iconic shows like Mahabharat and Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi, and memorable roles in films such as Khosla Ka Ghosla, Jab We Met, and Fashion. As she looks back at her journey, Kiran Joneja seems to have made peace with public speculation and whispers from the past, choosing instead to focus on the bond she shares with her husband.
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 >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): The International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD) 2026 celebrated cinema and honoured the filmmakers and actors at the 'Night of Honours' event on Monday in Bharat Mandapam. From Mohit Suri to Ramesh Sippy, several artists were given awards for their performances and contributions to cinema. The cultural evening was marked by the presence of Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra and Governor of Delhi Taranjit Singh Sandhu. The ceremony opened with Vande Mataram, followed by the national anthem and lamp lighting by the chief guests. ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Ramesh Sippy's love for cinema began at the age of seven, when he first visited a film set and watched his father, producer-director G. P. Sippy, at work. Seventy-two years later, the director of iconic films such as Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta and Shaan is ready to continue the family legacy with a new project, revisiting the epic Partition saga first chronicled in the 1986 Doordarshan hit Buniyaad. "I was lost in that world from the moment I went on the set of my father's first film, Saza," Sippy told PTI. "That young boy wanted only one thing: to make films." His passion led him to ...Read More >
Trust SS Rajamouli, and he'll set a new benchmark. Rajamouli and his writer-father, K Vijendra Prasad, are a lethal duo, and they proved it again with Varanasi. The first look of the Mahesh Babu-starrer was unveiled on Saturday in Hyderabad, and it has left the fans and moviegoers stunned. Varanasi ain't just a globetrotter, but also a timetrotter. The mind-bending vision of Rajamouli shown in the Varansi to the World gives glimpses from Treta Yuga to a seemingly dystopian world. The first look of Varanasi went viral in no time, and netizens are calling it a true 'global blockbuster'. From th ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 7 (PTI) Guru Dutt's legacy is not of awards but of silence, the kind that lingers on after the screen fades to black, says Mahesh Bhatt about the legendary filmmaker who "let beauty crumble into truth". Dutt, regarded as amongst the greatest filmmakers of Indian cinema with films such as "Pyaasa", "Kaagaz Ke Phool" and "Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam", would have been 100 on July 9. He was found dead, possibly from a cocktail of sleeping pills and alcohol, in 1964 when he was just 39. "He took the aching mess of human life, and turned it into poetry that could pierce even silence. Those o ...Read More >
IMDB and X/Vindu Dara Singh New Delhi: Veteran actress and dancer Madhumati, who made an immense contribution to the world of cinema, has died at the age of 87. She was known as an incredible artist and was often compared to legendary performers of her time such as Helen. Madhumanti is known for films such as Ankhen, Tower House, Shikari, Mujhe Jeene Do. Actor Vindu Dara Singh took to X to share his condolences, writing, "Rest in peace, our teacher and guide #Madhumati ji. A beautiful life le ...Read More >
Veteran actor Satish Shah has passed away in Mumbai at 74. Known for his comic timing, Shah starred in over 200 films and shows. His career began in cricket before shifting to acting. He gained fame in 'Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro' and 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai'. Shah's journey from sports to the stage and screen is remembered. Veteran actor Satish Shah passed away in Mumbai on Saturday at the age of 74. Known for his comic timing and versatility, Shah appeared in over 200 films and television shows during a ...Read More >
The International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD) 2026 celebrated cinema and honoured the filmmakers and actors at the 'Night of Honours' event on Monday in Bharat Mandapam. From Mohit Suri to Ramesh Sippy, several artists were given awards for their performances and contributions to cinema. New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): The International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD) 2026 celebrated cinema and honoured the filmmakers and actors at the 'Night of Honours' event on Monday in Bharat Mandapam. Fr ...Read More >
Veteran actor Asrani died at the age of 84. His nephew Ashok Asrani confirmed the news. The senior and versatile actor of Hindi cinema, Shri Govardhan Asrani, passed away this evening at around 4 PM after a prolonged illness. He was originally a resident of Jaipur, Rajasthan. Asrani received his education from St. Xavier's School, Jaipur. Asrani's contribution to the field of comic acting has been invaluable. Over several decades, he gave Hindi cinema many memorable characters and carved a speci ...Read More >
MUMBAI, Oct 25: Bollywood actor Satish Shah, whose very presence in films such as "Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron" and "Main Hoon Na" and sitcom "Sarabhai vs Sarabhai" elicited smiles and many a laugh, has died. He was 74. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The ever amiable Shah passed away at his residence in Bandra East in the afternoon, Ramesh Kadatala, his trusted aide and personal assistant for over 30 years, said. Ashoke Pandit, Shah's friend and industry colleague, also confirmed his demise and said, "It is a huge loss for our industry. He was a very jovial person." Born on June 25 ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 26 (ANI): Veteran actor Avtar Gill remembered his longtime friend, the late Satish Shah, recalling their college and theatre days. Gill, who was present at the late actor's cremation, spoke to ANI and shared his thoughts about Shah's lively personality. "I have so many memories with him. We had known each other from our college days, even before we started doing films. It has been more than 50 years. We used to participate in drama in inter-college competitions. He was in Xavier's, and I was in Khalsa College. We became friends at that time. We recently ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 30 (ANI): Delhi Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra on Monday attended the special screening of 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' at the International Film Festival Delhi (IFFD) 2026, calling the event a "fantastic start" for the city's growing film culture. Speaking about the festival, he highlighted the strong response from audiences and the film industry. "For the first time, an International Film Festival has been held in Delhi. People from the film industry from across the country have come here, experts have come. Delhi's youth have received an experience through masterclasse ...Read More >
Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer has passed away at the age of 68. He was widely recognized for his portrayal of Karna in the epic television series Mahabharat. Dheer also left a lasting impression with his role in the Zee Horror Show episode 'Dastak'. Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer, best remembered for his iconic role as Karna in B.R. Chopra's epic television series Mahabharat, has passed away at the age of 68. As reported by ANI, while the exact cause of his death remains unclear, media sources suggest ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): The International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD) 2026 celebrated cinema and honoured the filmmakers and actors at the 'Night of Honours' event on Monday in Bharat Mandapam. From Mohit Suri to Ramesh Sippy, several artists were given awards for their performances and contributions to cinema. The cultural evening was marked by the presence of Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra and Governor of Delhi Taranjit Singh Sandhu. The ceremony opened with Vande Mataram, followed by the national anthem and lamp lighting by the chief guests. ...Read More >
At the closing ceremony of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, actor Rashmika Mandanna described the event as a "celebration of films," highlighting the joy of showcasing years of hard work in cinema. Singer Amaal Mallik expressed his excitement about performing at the festival for the first time. The ceremony was graced by prominent personalities, including Jaya Prada, Rupali Ganguly, and Madhur Bhandarkar. The festival, which ran from November 20 to 28, showcased over 180 films from 81 countries, including 16 world premieres. It also honored four Indian cinema legend ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) He was only seven when he visited a film set, saw his father direct and fell in love with the movies. Seventy-two years later and Ramesh Sippy is ready to weave more magic with another "Buniyaad", taking forward the epic Partition story that aired on Doordarshan in 1986 and still tugs at the heartstrings. The son of producer-director G P Sippy and the blockbuster director of "Sholay", "Seeta Aur Geeta" and "Shaan" said the bug bit early. He knew right then that he didn't want to do anything else. "Since the age of seven, when I first went on the sets of a film called ' ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 25 (PTI) Several celebrities, including Kajol, R Madhavan and Karan Johar, remembered late actor Satish Shah, calling him a "legend". Shah passed away at his residence in Bandra East in the afternoon on Saturday. He was 74. The actor is known for his notable work in films such as "Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron" and "Main Hoon Na" and the sitcom "Sarabhai vs Sarabhai". Madhavan, who co-starred with Shah in the 1997 sitcom "Ghar Jamai", shared a lengthy note on his Instagram handle. The post comprised a picture with Madhavan, Shah and Mandira Bedi, who was also a part of the sitcom. "Th ...Read More >
Mumbai, October 26: The funeral of the late actor Satish Shah was held at the Pawan Hans crematorium in the Vile Parle West area of Mumbai on Sunday. Several actors, and his friends attended the funeral to pay their last respects to the actor. His 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai' co-actors Rupali Ganguly, Sumeet Raghavan, Rajesh Kumar and Ratna Pathak Shah were seen at the crematorium along with Ratna's husband Naseeruddin Shah, Pankaj Kapur, Supriya pathak and others like actor Deepak Parashar, Niel Nitin Mukesh, Avatar Gill. filmmaker Ashoke Pandit, Rumi Jaffery, Anant Nag and David Dhawan. Satish Sh ...Read More >
A love story that began on a film set and blossomed into a lifelong partnership. Happy Birthday to Soni Razdan, whose timeless journey with Mahesh Bhatt remains an enduring tale of love and companionship. First Meeting on SetWhile working in the film industry the couple first crossed paths, specifically around the time Mahesh Bhatt was making his 1984 film named Saaransh, in which Soni Razdan had a significant role. The movie marked a professional intersection between the couple that paved the w ...Read More >
Kolkata: Most fans of 'Sholay' are aware that Satyajit Ray had cast Amjad Khan in his 'Shatranj Ke Khiladi' after being overwhelmed by his performance in Ramesh Sippy's 'Sholay'. Ray had famously spoken about how had wanted to cast Amjad Khan in a role that went against his grain to see how it works. On Friday, when Sippy delivered the Satyajit Ray Memorial Lecture, the audience also got to know from Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) chairperson Goutam Ghose that Ray had said "it ('Sholay') was one of the most well-crafted Indian cinema" he had ever seen.Sippy spoke about the making o ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Television star Pankaj Dheer, known for playing Karna in B R Chopra's "Mahabharat" and king Shivdutt in the fantasy drama "Chandrakanta", died at the age of 68 following a battle with cancer on Wednesday. "He passed away due to cancer this morning. He had been in and out of hospital in the past months," producer and friend Ashoke Pandit told PTI. Dheer is survived by wife Anita Dheer and son Nikitin Dheer, who is also an actor. His last rites were conducted at the Pawan Hans crematorium in the evening. Salman Khan, Sidharth Malhotra, Arbaaz Khan, Puneet Issar, and Mika Singh among ot ...Read More >