Janhvi Kapoor reminisces playing ‘teacher-teacher’ with sister Khushi

On the occasion of Teachers’ Day on Monday, actress Janhvi Kapoor has recalled how she used to play ‘teacher-teacher’ and enact scenes from the Hollywood blockbuster ‘Titanic’ with her younger sister Khushi.

During a conversation on the platform Moj, Janhvi reminisced her childhood days with Khushi, revealing her undying love for ice cream, and sharing many more fun anecdotes.

On being asked how Janhvi Kapoor used to celebrate Teachers’ day, the actress said: “As a child, I had a big white wall in my room, and whatever I used to learn in that week in school, I used to make Khushi sit and played ‘teacher teacher’ with her. The white wall used to be my whiteboard.”

Reminiscing her filmy childhood days, Janhvi added: “I used to play the role of ‘Rose’ and Khushi used to play the role of ‘Jack’ from Titanic. We used to make the bed of our boat and enact the iconic scene from titanic together.

“Moreover, I used to also play the role of Deepika Padukone, and Khushi used to play the role of Shah Rukh Khan. We used to enact the scene from ‘Om Shaanti Om’ where Deepika waves at the audience.”

On the acting front, Janhvi is currently shooting for ‘Bawaal’, which also stars Varun Dhawan. It is produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, under the banner of Nadiadwala Grandson. The film is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and will hit the screens on April 7, 2023.

Khushi is all set to make her acting debut with Zoya Akhtar’s directorial ‘The Archies’, which is produced under the banner of Tiger Baby Films. It also stars Shah Rukh Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan, megastar Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson Agastya Nanda, Mihir Ahuja, Dot, Yuvraj Menda, and Vedang Raina. The film is due for a 2023 release on the streaming platform Netflix.

Rajat Dahiya lost 18 kilos for his role in ‘Sanjog’

Rajat Dahiya had to shed 18 kgs of weight to play 30-year-old Gopal in the show ‘Sanjog’ opposite Kamya Panjabi.

The actor, who was playing a bulky middle-aged man in his last show ‘Tujhse Hai Raabta’ has to put in a lot of effort to depict the personality of a well-built young man in his present serial.

He shared: “I had to put in a lot of effort for the character of Gopal because earlier, in ‘Tujhe Hai Raabta’, I was playing a 55-year-old man, who was bulky. In Sanjog, I am playing a fit guy in his 30s.”

Rajat opted for a strict diet and regular exercise to get the kind of physique needed for his role.

“So, to get into Gopal’s character, I worked out regularly for more than 3 to 4 months while maintaining a proper and strict diet. Through this, I have managed to lose almost 15 to 18 kgs of weight and I have been maintaining this physique ever since.

“I just hope the audience will like me in this new avatar and shower me with a lot of love and appreciation,” he added.

‘Sanjog’ is a story of two mothers Amrita, played by Shefali Sharma, and Gauri, portrayed by Kamya Panjabi, and how they do everything for their daughters yet find them completely opposite to them in their behaviour and approach towards life.

The latest first poster of ‘Goodbye’ shows bond between father and daughter.

The first clip poster of ‘Goodbye’ movie, which is featuring Rashmika Mandana and Bollywood Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, has released on Saturday.

Flaying With kite by amithab Bachchan at the same time actress Rashmika Mandana holding the thread of kite, Side of Star Hero, you can see in the poster, Megastar tweeted.

The first poster from the film showcases Bachchan and Rashmika in a beautiful father-daughter moment where they are seen celebrating life while flying a kite.

The film also stars Neena Gupta and Pavail Gulati in pivotal roles.

Produced by Ektaa R Kapoor’s Balaji Motion Pictures in association with Good Co.

‘Goodbye’ is all set for worldwide release in cinemas on October 7.

Shankar calls Dhanush’s ‘Thiruchitrambalam’ a ‘beautiful movie’

Ace director Shankar, who is now simultaneously directing Kamal Haasan-starrer ‘Indian 2’ and Telugu star Ram Charan’s ‘RC15’, has showered praise on the recently released Dhanush-starrer ‘Thiruchitrambalam’, calling the film, ‘a beautiful movie’.

Taking to Twitter, Shankar wrote: “‘Thiruchitrambalam’. A beautiful movie. The beauty is in the lovely moments that follow the painful ones. Nithya Menon’s character and superb performance seizes hearts, the writing by Mithran R Jawahar as well. #DNA at their best as usual. Love to Bharathiraja, Prakash Raaj and the whole team.”

Dhanush was quick to respond to Shankar’s praise.

The actor tweeted, “Thank you so much sir. This means a lot to me and my team.”

The film has gone on to become an overwhelming success, making a good Rs 30 crores in the opening weekend itself. It has already crossed the Rs 60 crore mark in gross earnings worldwide.

‘Thiruchitrambalam’ has been doing brisk business not only in India but all over the world. In fact, the film’s performance is one of the best overseas performances for a Dhanush film.

‘Thiruchitrambalam’ has already emerged as Dhanush’s top grossing film in France with 10,000 entries. It is also the top grossing film of the actor in the UK, making 1,35,000 Euros so far.

Anirudh Ravichander releases trailer of ‘Oke Oka Jeevitham’

Sensational music director Anirudh Ravichander has launched the theatrical trailer of director Shree Karthick’s Tamil-Telugu bilingual film, ‘Oke Oka Jeevitham’.

Actor Sharwanand plays the lead in this film, which has been titled ‘Kanam’ in Tamil, along with Ritu Varma and Amala. The film is significant in Sharwanand’s career as it happens to be his 30th film.

The trailer discloses the storyline, the emotional conflict, and also shows us the technical brilliance and grandeur in visuals.

The film’s story is about a young and aspiring musician who has big dreams. But a personal loss makes him lead a soulless life. Although he has a girlfriend played by Ritu Varma to support him, he still feels alone and inefficient.

Then, life gives another chance, in the form of a scientist (Nasser) who discovers a time machine. The past is very emotional and at the same time, tragic as well. How he utilises the second chance forms the crux of the story.

Shree Karthick seems to have a promising story to offer. Expectations from the story, as well as the narrative, have risen after the trailer.

Producers S.R. Prakash Babu and S.R. Prabhu of Dream Warrior Pictures have made the film on a lavish scale and the grandness is evident from the trailer.

‘Oke Oka Jeevitham’ is scheduled to hit screens all around the world on September 9.

Chiranjeevi blesses Pawan Kalyan on 51st b’day as wishes pour in

Megastar Chiranjeevi joined scores of other stars from the Telugu film industry in wishing his younger brother, actor Pawan Kalyan, who turned 51 on Friday, a very happy birthday on Friday.

Taking to Twitter, Chiranjeevi posted a birthday wish in Telugu, which when translated, reads: “His hope and desire are always Janahita. He (has) always worked honestly and sincerely for the theory he believed in. Happy birthday to Kalyan Babu. Wishing and blessing Pawan Kalyan. (May) All his wishes come true. Happy birthday.”

Actor Varun Tej Konidela, who is Pawan Kalyan’s cousin, also wished his uncle a happy birthday on Twitter.

He wrote: “Happy birthday Babai! Your path of righteousness and work towards the society is always inspiring! Will always look upto you.”

Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu greeted the power star of Telugu cinema on his birthday saying: “Happy birthday Pawan Kalyan! Wishing you the best of health, happiness and fulfillment always!”

Young and upcoming actor Sundeep Kishen said: “Wishing our dearest power star Pawan Kalyan garu a very very happy birthday. Thank you for always inspiring on and off camera sir. Constantly learning from your your gut and grit which have forever stood as an example for always being true to oneself.”

Actress Nidhhi Aggarwal wished Pawan Kalyan a happy birthday saying: “Wishing the mighty Powerstar Pawan Kalyan garu a very happy birthday. Sometimes, good things take time and I cannot wait for you all to see our world.Power Glance Guts and Glory of ‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’.”

Actor Sai Dharam Tej said: “Happy Birthday to my guru and strength Pawan Kalyan mama. Wishing you excel in every field you’re into with abundance of love, health and happiness.”

Telugu star Ravi Teja said: “To my good friend who made Power his surname, Wishing Pawan Kalyan a very Happy Birthday! Good health, happiness and contentment always!”

Music director Devi Sri Prasad too wished the actor, writing: “Wishing a Super duper happy musical birthday to our dearest powerstar Pawan Kalyan sir. May you keep making the hearts of people beat with love forever Sir !! Wishing you the best of health and happiness always sir.”

Amitabh Bachchan back on sets of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who has tested negative for Covid after nine days in isolation, shared that he is now back on the sets of his popular quiz-based reality show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’.

The cine icon took to his blog and mentioned that he got late to write as he wanted to rest after the first day of work.

“Delayed because (I) wanted to rest the first day of work .. but am back on set for KBC and later shall expand .. expand .. as the Tumblr says when you wish to see the entire page .. hahaA ..

love and love,” he wrote.

‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’ is the official Hindi adaptation of the ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’ franchise. It has been hosted by Big B since its inception in 2000, except for during the third season, which was presented by superstar Shah Rukh Khan.

On the acting front, Amitabh’s upcoming film is ‘Brahmastra’, which stars Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt. He will also be seen in ‘Uunchaai’, ‘Good Bye’ and ‘Project K’ starring Prabhas and Deepika Padukone.a

DiCaprio, Gigi Hadid hooking up ‘a few times’ after split from Camila

Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio is said to have been quietly seeing model Gigi Hadidf following his split from longtime girlfriend Camila Morrone.

According to Life & Style, DiCaprio has “hooked up” with the 27-year-old model, who is “exactly his type”, “a few times” since his breakup, reports aceshowbiz.com.

“Leo and Gigi have hooked up a few times this summer,” an insider tells the site.

The source goes on sharing: “They have known each other for several years. They’re super attracted to each other,” before adding, “She is exactly his type: gorgeous, sexy but low-key with a one-of-the-guys attitude.”

The source further notes that the pair is not likely to make things official between them anytime soon.

“It’s casual and not a constant thing. But they have lots of mutual friends,” the source claims, while another source says that the actor and Hadid are hanging out just as close friends.

DiCaprio and Morrone reportedly broke up “over the summer” after dating since 2017.

As for the reason why their relationship ended, a source previously told the news outlet: “Leo and Camila have had a few breaks in the past few months. It’s a matter of deciding whether they are in it for the long haul or just going to let it die.”

The source added: “With all of Leo’s girlfriends, once she became focused on work and had her own priorities, he got distant. Rather than have dramatic breakups, they took time apart.” Despite their breakup, there are reportedly “no bad feelings” between the exes.

Seemingly enjoying his newly single status, Leo has been “out every night” in Malibu, according to a recent report.

A source told Page Six, “Leo has been out every night partying a he’s been hanging with his old crew and some girls. I thought that was a little weird when [Camilla] was in St. Tropez.”

During one of his recent outings, he enjoyed the companion of Russian model Maria Beregova.

The ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’ star was caught having fun with the 22-year-old brunette beauty during a yacht party in St. Tropez back in July.

Gigi, she was in an on-and-off relationship with Zayn Malik from 2015 until their split in 2021, following the singer’s dispute with her mother Yolanda Hadid. They share a child together, a-year-old daughter named Khai.

Punjabi singer Nirvair Singh dies in freak car crash near Melbourne

Punjabi singer Nirvair Singh, who was known for his number ‘Tere Bina’ from the album ‘My Turn’, was killed in a car crash in Melbourne’s north-west on Tuesday evening (Australian time).

According to media reports, Nirvair was driving in his lane when a speeding car lost its control and crashed into a jeep, which flipped into the singer’s lane. The collision was so intense that the singer died on the spot.

The police said Nirvair, who had moved to Australia nine years ago, was in the wrong place at the wrong time, according to dailymail.co.uk.

It was alleged that a car was seen being driven erratically in the area before hitting two vehicles in an area known as Diggers Rest. A man and woman were arrested at the scene and remain under police guard in hospital. No charges have been laid.

Nirvair’s death has shocked Melbourne’s Indian community and led to an outpouring of tributes from friends. The singer gained fame with the song ‘Tere Bina’ from the album ‘My Turn’. Other hits include ‘Je Russgi’, ‘Ferrari Dream’ and ‘Hikk Thok Ke’, a 2018 duet with Gurlez Akhtar.

Fellow Punjabi singer Gagan Sandhu Kokri, who also worked on the album ‘My Turn’, reacted to Nirvair’s death with these heartfelt words: “Your song was the best song in our album ‘My Turn’, from which we all started our careers. You were a very good person and your departure was a shock for everyone in Melbourne. RIP bro.”

Celesti Bairagey shoots in water at zero degree, her lips turn blue

‘Rajjo’ actress Celesti Bairagey is putting all her efforts to do justice to her role and recently, she had to shoot for a water sequence in extremely cold conditions – at zero degree celsius – that made her lips turn blue.

She shared: “We were shooting our outdoor sequence in Manali, Kullu and Rohtang pass. I had to run barefoot with a tyre tied around my waist with two baskets of fish attached to it.”

The fictional drama highlights the story of a girl Rajjo (played by Celesti Bairagey), who lost her mother in Uttarakhand flood and is ready to face all the ups and downs in life to become an athlete.

She added: “There were rain sequences where we had to use water from the river which was flowing straight from the glacier and worst case was in Sissu, a small town in the Lahaul valley of Himachal Pradesh where it was zero degrees and snowfall started a few Kilometers away from us. It was drizzling as well and an entire scene had to be shot there, with the storm fan on”.

“My lips started turning blue and everyone had to wait for about an hour before they could continue shooting with Gungun (Uprari) ma’am and me so that we get back into a better situation,” she concluded.

‘Rajjo’ airs on Star Plus.