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Divya Dutta signed 20 films, but then returned the signing amount after Aditya Chopra’s advice: ‘I was very taken aback’

Divya Dutta signed 20 films, but then returned the signing amount after Aditya Chopra’s advice: ‘I was very taken aback’

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Divya Dutta began her journey in Bollywood as a teenager. Barely 16 when she debuted with Ishq Mein Jeena Ishq Mein Marna, the actor gained prominence with the 1999 Punjabi film Shaheed-e-Mohabbat Boota Singh. But she admits that for years, work was hard to come by. At this juncture, success came to her after Veer Zaara and Divya was flooded with offers. She ended up signing as many as 20 films, but only to return the money for many of them after a conversation with Aditya Chopra. In a conversation with Hindustan Times, Divya talks about her career and why she has prioritised quality over quantity now. Divya Dutta talks about her journey in Bollywood. (Manoj Verma/ HT) When Divya signed 20 films at once Divya reminisces about the beginning of her journey in films in the mid-90s. “I felt out of place,” she admits, “For me, finding my place was a journey in itself. Along the way, you realise what you want. As life happens to you, it is when that clarity of thought …

Esha Deol keeps low profile during first outing after dad Dharmendra’s death, taken aback by paparazzi’s question to her

Esha Deol keeps low profile during first outing after dad Dharmendra’s death, taken aback by paparazzi’s question to her

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Actor Esha Deol was seen in public for the first time since the demise of her father, veteran actor Dharmendra, on November 24. The actor acknowledged the paparazzi and briefly posed for photos, but refrained from interacting further, choosing not to respond when photographers asked about her well-being. At the airport, Esha was spotted in an understated all-black ensemble. Esha Deol makes first appearance On Tuesday, Esha was seen at Mumbai airport as she departed from the city. This was her first public spotting after the death of her father Dharmendra. At the airport, Esha was spotted in an understated all-black ensemble, featuring a fitted black crew-neck T-shirt paired with matching black pants. She accessorised with aviator sunglasses and minimal gold jewelry, including a bracelet and ring. As she made her way toward the airport security check-in, paparazzi asked her to slow down and strike a pose for the cameras. She agreed and posed for them. While she paused briefly for the cameras, Esha kept a solemn expression, drawing the photographers’ attention. When one photographer …

Gulshan Devaiah ‘taken aback’ to see Samantha Ruth Prabhu got married just 3 days after they shot together

Gulshan Devaiah ‘taken aback’ to see Samantha Ruth Prabhu got married just 3 days after they shot together

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Updated on: Dec 22, 2025 07:25 pm IST Gulshan Devaiah says he shot for his Telugu debut, Maa Inti Bangaram, three days before his co-star Samantha Ruth Prabhu married Raj Nidimoru. Actor Gulshan Devaiah will soon make his debut in Telugu with Maa Inti Bangaram, which stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu in the lead role. The actor also previously worked with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, but claims in an interview with Zoom that he was ‘taken aback’ when Samantha and Raj got married. Raj Nidimoru and Samantha Ruth Prabhu married on December 1 and here’s how Gulshan Devaiah reacted to the news. Gulshan Devaiah surprised by Samantha-Raj’s wedding Gulshan mentioned that he was filming with Samantha for director Nandini Reddy’s Maa Inti Bangaram and stumbled upon pictures of her wedding to Raj a couple of days later. He said, “In the midst of this (Maa Inti Bangaram), they got married. I had no idea about the wedding. In fact, I went and filmed with her and returned. Three days later, I saw their pictures. I was taken …

Blink-182’s Mark Hoppus Claims He Advised the US Navy on Saddam Hussein’s Capture; Says Admiral Was ‘Taken Aback’ By His Idea

Blink-182’s Mark Hoppus Claims He Advised the US Navy on Saddam Hussein’s Capture; Says Admiral Was ‘Taken Aback’ By His Idea

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Blink-182 bassist Mark Hoppus has made a shocking claim! The punk-rock musician released his new autobiography, Fahrenheit-182, and alleged that he helped the U.S. Navy capture former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein in 2003. He recalled a military encounter while aboard an aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf during the 2000s, at the height of the Iraq War. Hoppus alleged that he encountered an admiral on the flight deck and advised him on a strategy to capture the former President, who was in hiding at the time. According to Hoppus, the plan involved using drones to capture ultrasonic frequencies whenever Hussein recorded a message from an unknown location. These frequencies could then be used to determine his exact whereabouts. The drones would “fly all over the region in carpeting patterns, broadcasting time codes above the level of human hearing,” the Blink-182 bassist revealed. He recalled that the admiral was “genuinely taken aback” by his idea. Hussein was eventually captured by U.S. troops on December 13, 2003, from an underground hole located in a village near Tikrit, …

Willow Makes A Big Decision, Laura Rattles Sonny With News While Maxie Is Taken Aback

Willow Makes A Big Decision, Laura Rattles Sonny With News While Maxie Is Taken Aback

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Here’s A Detailed Look At General Hospital Spoilers For Next Week! (Photo Credit – Twitter) The previous week on General Hospital saw Carly confronting Willow for moving in the kids with Drew, Lois, and Brook Lynn facing issues in their mother-and-daughter bond, Jason and Sasha getting closer, Anna being in trouble, and Sonny finding out about Natalia and Sidwell’s past marriage. From big choices and homecomings to recovery and plotting, the audience has plenty to look forward to on the soap opera series. Here’s what fans can expect from the upcoming week on General Hospital when they tune in to ABC to watch the long-running daytime drama set in the town of Port Charles. General Hospital: Spoilers Of The Week Monday, April 14, 2025 The week starts with Trina confiding in Portia. Will the mother and daughter duo be able to feel light after this catchup session? Up next, Willow makes a big decision. After being confronted by Carly, what has she decided about the fate of the kids? When Brennan reassures Carly, will it …

Brook Lynn Confronts Lois, Jason Issues A Warning While Lulu Is Taken Aback

Brook Lynn Confronts Lois, Jason Issues A Warning While Lulu Is Taken Aback

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General Hospital Spoilers ( Photo Credit – Twitter ) Port Charles has been the hub of a lot of drama off late. Be it partentage reveals, snooping, health issues, affairs, and hospitalizations. Recently, Carly was admitted after she was poisoned by Valentin. The previous episode saw Sonny getting bad news while Nina had an offer for Willow. Elsewhere Anna has an unpleasant realization and Brennan was on the warpath after seeing Carly in the hospital. Lastly, Laura was persuasive. Here’s what the fans can expect from the March 20, 2025, episode of Sonny and Laurawhen they tune in to ABC to watch the daytime drama. General Hospital Spoilers: March 20, 2025 The episode features Sonny and Laura reconnecting. What will the two talk about? Will their catch up session feature some of the secrets they have been keeping? On the other hand, Brook Lynn confronts Lois. Her mother has kept too many secrets from her about her teenage pregnancy and it’s time she questions what more Lois has been hiding from her and why. Will …

Kiran Rao says her parents were taken aback by her decision to marry Aamir Khan: ‘They were worried I might…’ | Bollywood

Kiran Rao says her parents were taken aback by her decision to marry Aamir Khan: ‘They were worried I might…’ | Bollywood

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In a candid conversation about her marriage, creative journey, and personal evolution, Kiran Rao, the former wife of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, shared some invaluable insights into her life as a South Indian middle-class woman married to one of India’s most famous actors. Filmmaker Kiran Rao reveals her decision to marry Aamir Khan came as a shocker for her parents. (Also Read: Kiran Rao thinks it’s ‘low’ of people to credit ex-husband Aamir Khan for her success: ‘He has a hand in my life but…’) Her honest reflections on their relationship, their creative collaborations, and the dynamics of their family are as inspiring as they are thought-provoking. Kiran Rao says her parents were shocked by her decision to marry Aamir Khan When asked about her parents’ reaction to her decision to marry Aamir Khan, Kiran was refreshingly honest. “It was a shocker for them,” she admitted in an interview with ANI. “They were taken aback. In their eyes, I had a lot of promise. I was someone who wanted to do a lot of things, …

Papon Recalls Hearing His AI-Generated Voice: ‘I Was Taken Aback’

Papon Recalls Hearing His AI-Generated Voice: ‘I Was Taken Aback’

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Last Updated:March 01, 2025, 17:42 IST Papon believes that no matter how advanced artificial intelligence (AI) becomes, it will never be able to replace the raw, earthy spirit of traditional music. Papon is known for songs like Bulleya and Jiyein Kyun. (Photo Credits: Instagram) Playback singer Papon, known for soulful hits like Bulleya, Jiyein Kyun, and Moh Moh Ke Dhaage, has been a part of the music industry for over two decades. In a recent interview, he shared his thoughts on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on music. Papon firmly believes that no matter how advanced AI gets, it can never replicate the raw, organic essence of traditional music. Recalling a personal experience, he revealed an instance where his voice was cloned using AI, yet it failed to capture the originality and soul of his real voice. Speaking to ETimes, he said, “Someone once sent me an audio clip of a song sung in my voice. I was confused because I had never recorded that song. At first, I thought maybe I had sung …

From Felicia Putting Sasha On The Spot To Trina Being Taken Aback

From Felicia Putting Sasha On The Spot To Trina Being Taken Aback

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Here are some interesting General Hospital spoilers for this week ( Photo Credit – Twitter ) Port Charles is as thriving as ever with the town and its residents never having a dull day. Surprising deaths and shocking revelations apart, the soap opera has been providing quite a lot of controversial entertainment. From moments of consolation and shocking drama to surprising allies and strategizing moments, the audience has quite a lot to look forward to on the soap opera series. Here’s what fans of the daytime drama show can expect from the upcoming week’s slate of episodes on General Hospital on ABC. General Hospital: Spoilers Of The Week Monday, February 3, 2025 The week starts with Lulu trying to support Dante. Will she be able to help him or will her efforts go in vain? Meanwhile, Sonny consoles Alexis. Will he be able to help her get through the rough patch? Up next, Trina is taken aback. Is it about x or something else? When Sasha is in for a surprise, is it about Cody? …

Ritiesh Deshmukh Birthday: When Genelia Deshmukh was taken aback by actor touching her feet 8 times during their Maharashtrian wedding

Ritiesh Deshmukh Birthday: When Genelia Deshmukh was taken aback by actor touching her feet 8 times during their Maharashtrian wedding

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Riteish Deshmukh, one of the most versatile actors in the industry, is celebrating his 46th birthday on December 17, 2024. The actor, who married Genelia Deshmukh, is considered one of the most beloved couples in the industry. On his special day, we take a trip down memory lane and recall when the actress revealed that her husband touched her feet eight times during their wedding rituals, a tradition that left her pleasantly surprised. Genelia Deshmukh and Riteish Deshmukh once appeared on the sets of Super Dancer Chapter 4 for a ‘Shaadi Special’ episode. During the show, a contestant named Aneesh Tattikota, along with his Super Guru, Akash Shetty, performed the song Maahi Ve. Following the performance, Genelia shared how it reminded her of her own wedding, saying, “Oh my God! Your performance reminded me of my wedding!” She then went on to reveal a unique aspect of Maharashtrian weddings that left her amazed. Genelia explained that during her wedding with Riteish, he had to touch her feet eight times as part of a tradition, which she …