Rubina Dilaik back as Saumya in ‘Shakti: Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki’

“Bigg Boss 14” winner Rubina Dilaik is all set to return to the soap “Shakti: Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki”. She is back on the show after a span of two years and will reprise her role of Saumya. Her character sets out on a new journey.

“After a hiatus, I am excited to be back as Saumya with a renewed spirit, new power, and determination. It feels like a homecoming and I am looking forward to reuniting with the cast, and moreover to this incredible new phase of the show,” she says.

The show has made a mark with its slant at breaking stereotypes, and showcasing the struggles of a ‘kinnar’, or transgender.

“Shakti: Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki has been one of the pathbreaking shows on television that very aesthetically portrayed the story of a kinnar and showcased the lesser-known side of the community. It has been a fantastic journey and I have always been thrilled with the love and appreciation the viewers have showered on it,” says Rubina.

The actress returns to the Colors show next week.

Atif Aslam’s sons breaks the Internet

Taimur Ali Khan must be one of the social media’s most loved Bollywood kid celebs, but he seems to have competition now! Singer Atif Aslam toddler sons have emerged quite the sensations too, lately.

Pictures of Atif’s elder son Ahad and adorable one-year-old have been going viral lately. While Atif Aslam and his wife Sara Bharwana were blessed with Ahad in 2014, they welcomed their second son in December 2019.

A few weeks back, Atif posted a picture of his younger one on his Instagram page, which got more than 7.4 lakh likes. In the picture, the one-year-old is dressed in a cream snow coat with a fur hood.

Atif had captioned the picture as: “Indeed ALLAH is the best creator My Kuuuuka.”

Instantly, fans replied to the adorable picture with comments such as: “So cute Mashallah” and “Like father, like son. So cute.”

In the past, the singer had also treated his fans to a picture of his son from the time of his birth, looking super cute in a woolen romper with a white cap.

The singer often posts pictures of Ahad, too, on social media. In a picture posted on his birthday, Ahad can be seen standing, with Atif performing in the background. He also posted a picture on Father’s Day where Atif carries Ahad on his back as they enjoy some father-son bonding time in a Vancouver park.

Mouni Roy: Bhagwat Geeta must be part of school curriculum

Actress Mouni Roy feels the Bhagwat Geeta must be made a part of academic curriculum across India. The actress adds that she turned to the Hindu scripture during lockdown and, having discovered its core value, believes it should be inculcated at school level.

“I read Bhagwat Geeta Ka Saar in childhood but didn’t understand it until now. See, one of my friends started reading the Bhagwat Geeta and I also joined the class — this is before lockdown — and I didn’t make many classes due to hectic schedule. But during lockdown, I was very religious. I think it should be a part of our school curriculum. I genuinely feel that it is more than a religious book. It is ‘life ka saar’ (crux of life), eternal knowledge, and it is basic knowledge. If you have a question in your head, the Geeta has the answer,” said Mouni.

Asked if the entertainment sector needs to inculcate the teachings of the Geeta, she replied: “The Geeta is needed worldwide, not just in India or Bollywood or School. In India, it could change the orthodox thought process in families. We talk about ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’. Instead it should be ‘Beta Padhao, Beta Bachao’, I think society is in need of this knowledge or awareness.”

“We literally live in ignorance, and we actually come from a country of the Vedas and the Upanishad, yet we don’t do anything. We are sitting on a gold mine and we don’t do anything it. The entertainment industry is a stressful place, you don’t have the concept of Saturdays and Sundays, a 9-to-5 job, and we are constantly consumed in our minds and thoughts. So, for sure, the Geeta is needed here, but having said that I think (be it) the rural, the urban, and the metros, everyone is in dire need of the Bhagwat Geeta’s teachings,” added Mouni.

Mouni will be seen in Ayan Mukerji’s fantasy action adventure “Brahmastra” alongside Amitabh Bachchan, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Nagarjuna, with Shah Rukh Khan in a cameo. Talking about working with such a talented cast, Mouni said: “Ayan Mukerji is a brilliant mind. He is all heart and I think he has given this project his life. If I remember it right, he told me that he has been working on this project for almost seven to eight years now. He is God’s child, for sure.”

“Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt are fire on screen and they are beautiful human beings on sets. So, I feel very lucky. With Brahmastra, I got to work with Nagarjuna, and obviously Amitabh Bachchan — he is the greatest. I cannot forget the day I met Shah Rukh Khan. So, it’s like a dream you’d never thought would come true, and it has come true,” she summed up.

Suraj Sharma-Shweta Tripathi starrer ‘The Illegal’ drops digitally on March 23

“Life Of Pi” star Suraj Sharma and “Mirzapur” actress Shweta Tripathi come together in the Indian-American film, “The Illegal”, scheduled to be released digitally in India on March 23. The trailer was unveiled on Friday on social media.

“This film is very close to my heart. I am super thrilled about the movie releasing for wider audiences as well. While the film was received well at a number of film festivals, I am still nervous about the audience’s reaction to it,” said the film’s writer-director Danish Renzu.

The film has been screened at various film festivals and has won accolades including the Special Award for Discovering India at the Mumbai International Film Festival, and the Best Feature Critics Choice at the Vancouver South Asian Film Festival.

“The Illegal”, an attempt to bring to the forefront the reality of the great American dream, will drop on Amazon Prime Video.

Nikki Tamboli tests Covid positive

“Bigg Boss 14” housemate Nikki Tamboli took to social media on Friday to announce that she has tested Covid-19 positive.

The actress quarantined herself at home and asked those who came in contact with her recently to get tested.

“I have been tested COVID positive early this morning. I am self quarantined and taking all the precautionary measures and medications on my doctor’s advice. I request all the people I have come in contact with within these past few days to get tested too. I will forever be grateful for all your love and support. Please be safe, wear your mask always, sanitize your hands regularly and maintain social distancing. Love and light. Nikki Tamboli,” she posted.

Nikki has lately been shooting for an upcoming music video where she will share screen space with actor Arradhya Mann.

She was one of the top three finalists of “Bigg Boss 14”.

Brad Pitt-Angelina Jolie’s son Maddox testifies in court

Former Hollywood couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s eldest son, Maddox, has given testimony in the ongoing custody battle of his parent’s six kids including him.

Maddox’s testimony did not favor Pitt, a source from the Jolie camp told US Weekly.

“Maddox has already given testimony as (an) adult in the ongoing custody dispute and it wasn’t very flattering toward Brad,” the source told the publication.

“He doesn’t use Pitt as his last name on documents that aren’t legal and instead uses Jolie. Maddox wants to legally change his last name to Jolie, which Angelina has said she doesn’t support,” the source added.

Last week, it was reported, that Jolie, had filed papers with evidence supporting allegations against Pitt of domestic violence, and it stated that Jolie, along with their six kids Maddox, 19, Pax, 17, Zahara, 16, Shiloh, 14, and twins Knox and Vivienne, 12, is willing to offer “proof and authority in support” of her claims against Pitt.

Alaya F shares her ‘happy clicks on beach’

Bollywood actress Alaya F looks stunning in a black mesh bodycon paired with denim. She posed for the photo-op while at the beach.

Alaya, daughter of actress Pooja Bedi, posted the pictures on Instagram, and she describes the pictures as: “Happy clicks on the beach.”

Known for her quirky and fun posts on social media, Alaya is an avid user of the digital platform to stay connected with her fans and followers.

Alaya made her Bollywood debut with “Jawaani Jaaneman” last year.

Teaser of Pachchis Movie Launched By Vijay Deverakonda

Pachchis movie is an upcoming Telugu film based on romantic action. The first look of the film and title unveiled by the Nagarjuna Akkineni recently. Pachchis movie motion poster has got the attention of the audience.

On all the social media platforms, the teaser of the Pachchis movie launched by star hero Vijay Deverakonda.

With Pachchis’s film, Stylist Ramz is making his debut in the movie. Swetha Varma who is known for Wish You Happy Breakup and Negative movies will be appearing as the leading lady of the movie.

 

Virata Parvam: Rana Daggubati Movie Teaser Released By Chiranjeevi

Virata Parvam Movie, which is mostly waiting for an audience, teaser released.  Based on the 1990s the Naxal strewn era of Andhra Pradesh, The movie was shooted.

In the movie, Popular stars Rana Daggubati and Sai Pallavi as heroine role. Virata Parvam’s movie Promotions which was released on social media have generated an impact on the audience’s heart. Kolu Kolu and Saranga Dariya lyrical video songs got hit recently.

On all the social media, Virata Parvam teaser has released by Megastar Chiranjeevi. Here is the teaser.

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Elli AvrRam: Aamir Khan did not make me feel intimidated

Swedish-Greek origin actress Elli AvrRam got a chance to work with Aamir Khan in the song number “Har Funn Maula” she shot with him for the film “Koi Jaane Na”. She says the Bollywood superstar never made her feel intimidated.

“It was one of the best experiences I’ve had because I learned so much from him during these five days of the shoot! The way he explains everything…,” Elli told IANS

“The best part is he never made me feel intimidated. He was so warm and kind from day one, and very supportive. That’s something I’m extremely grateful for,” she added.

The song is a fusion of Broadway and Jazz and is meant to be a highlight for the film, which is scheduled to release on April 2.

Aamir features in the song for the film directed by his friend Amin Hajee, best known for his role of Baagha the mute drummer in “Lagaan”. “Koi Jaane Na” stars Amyra Dastur and Kunal Kapoor.