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Tumko Meri Kasam review: Even a brilliant Anupam Kher can’t save this film in search of an identity | Bollywood

Tumko Meri Kasam review: Even a brilliant Anupam Kher can’t save this film in search of an identity | Bollywood

Tumko Meri Kasam Cast: Anupam Kher, Adah Sharma, Ishwak Singh, Esha Deol Director: Vikram Bhatt Rating: ★★.5 There are medical dramas. There are legal dramas. There are biopics. And then there’s Tumko Meri Kasam, which is a bit of everything yet can’t be called anything of the above. I would have used ‘Jack of all trades, master of none’ to sum it up, but the film is far too confusing to be even that. (Also read: Snow White review: Gal Gadot, Rachel Zegler in another Disney remake that is neither good, nor bad, utterly forgettable) Tumko Meri Kasam review: Anupam Kher is the saving grace of the film. What is Tumko Meri Kasam about The story revolves around Dr. Ajay Murdia (Anupam Kher), founder of Indira IVF, and his struggles to set it up with his wife Indira (Adah Sharma). The film jumps between the past and present, where Ajay is embroiled in a legal battle. This back-and-forth narrative tests your patience, with the first hour feeling like an eternity. Vikram Bhatt’s writing and direction …

A testament to Vikram Bhatt’s mastery in storytelling

A testament to Vikram Bhatt’s mastery in storytelling

Written and directed by: Vikram BhattCast: Anupam Kher, Esha Deol, Adah Sharma, Ishwak Singh, Meherrzan B Mazda, Sushant SinghDuration: 166 MinutesRating: 4 Also Read – Did Esha Deol date Ajay Devgn? Actress sets the record straight on their bond: ‘It is filled with respect…’ Vikram Bhatt is back at the helm with Tumko Meri Kasam, and it’s clear that he remains one of the most brilliant storytellers in contemporary cinema. A rare blend of intense emotional depth and courtroom drama, the film showcases Bhatt’s remarkable ability to craft complex characters and intertwining storylines. The movie takes the audience on a rollercoaster ride of love, betrayal, and the pursuit of justice, proving once again that Bhatt is unparalleled when it comes to weaving heartfelt narratives. Also Read – Esha Deol’s adorable daughter Radhya is the spitting image of her grandmother Hema Malini, see photos At the center of Tumko Meri Kasam is Dr. Ajay Murdia, a visionary who rose from modest beginnings to become a pioneer in India’s IVF industry with his brainchild, Indira IVF. Bhatt …

Esha Deol reveals mom Hema Malini told her romance shouldn’t ‘die out’ after divorce from Bharat Takhtani: ‘I have that advice…’

Esha Deol reveals mom Hema Malini told her romance shouldn’t ‘die out’ after divorce from Bharat Takhtani: ‘I have that advice…’

Esha Deol and her ex-husband, Bharat Takhtani, announced their divorce last year in 2024 after 11 years of marriage. They continue to mutually co-parent their daughters, Radhya and Miraya. On the other hand, the actress recently shared her mother and legendary actress Hema Malini’s sweet advice on never giving up on love. While speaking with The Quint, Esha Deol was asked about the values that she has imbibed from her mother, Hema Malini. To this, the actress shared that just like every mother, her mother has always taught them to have a self-identity even after marriage. “And she always told me you have worked hard and made a name, and you have a profession. Even if you have not made a name, you have a profession; that’s your thing. Never stop that. Try and continue working,” she further added. Esha continued by noting her mother’s advice of being financially independent, irrespective of whether one is married to a millionaire. She explained that financial independence makes a woman different. In addition to this, the Tumko Meri …

Vikram Bhatt says even his lightman doubted him as he made 1920 after a string of flops: ‘Ye kaisi film hai’ | Bollywood

Vikram Bhatt says even his lightman doubted him as he made 1920 after a string of flops: ‘Ye kaisi film hai’ | Bollywood

Mar 18, 2025 09:18 AM IST Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt recalled the time when even his crew members and distributors lost faith in him after he delivered many flops in succession. Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt has said that in the 2000s, as his films began to bomb at the box office, even his crew members doubted his ability to make decent films. In a recent interview, the director opened up about the time he made the horror film 1920 and how he stuck to his guts despite the doubts. (Also read: Vikram Bhatt says he was told ‘different drugs are offered on trays’ at high-profile Bollywood parties) Vikram Bhatt has opened up about the making of his 2008 film, 1920. Vikram Bhatt on his series of flops After delivering a blockbuster in Raaz in 2002, Vikram Bhatt had a series of box office disasters, with his next 13 films failing at the box office. “After a couple of hit films, I had a series of flops and in the industry, there is a rule: ‘if you have …

When Sanjay Leela Bhansali thought Adah Sharma was Anu Malik’s daughter and actress played along, here’s why

When Sanjay Leela Bhansali thought Adah Sharma was Anu Malik’s daughter and actress played along, here’s why

Adah Sharma is a brilliant actress who entertained the audience with projects like 1920, Hasee Toh Phasee, The Kerala Story, Reeta Sanyal, Sunflower and many more across languages. But despite being a popular figure in the industry, she is often mistaken for someone else and is still needed to provide her introduction. In an interview, Adah recalled how Sanjay Leela Bhansali mistook her as Anu Malik’s daughter. Read on to know what she did next. While sharing some unknown trivia and funny stories on Cyrus Says YouTube channel, Adah Sharma recalled attending the premiere of Sanjay Leela Bhasali’s OTT series, Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. At the event, when she saw the filmmaker around, Adah’s friends asked her to go and say hello to him. So, she went and introduced herself to the Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam director. After looking at Sharma and taking a brief pause, Bhansali asked her if she was Anu Malik’s daughter Adah. In that fraction of a second, the actress thought if she should tell him that she did projects …

Adah Sharma Once Told Sanjay Leela Bhansali She Was Anu Malik’s Daughter: ‘He Looked At Me…’

Adah Sharma Once Told Sanjay Leela Bhansali She Was Anu Malik’s Daughter: ‘He Looked At Me…’

Last Updated:February 25, 2025, 04:43 IST Adah Sharma hilariously recalls telling Sanjay Leela Bhansali she was Anu Malik’s daughter after he failed to recognise her. Adah Sharma and Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The debate around nepotism in Bollywood never seems to fade, with star kids often getting trolled for bagging lead roles while outsiders struggle to find their place. Adah Sharma, known for her quirky sense of humor, recently shared a hilarious anecdote about how she once jokingly pretended to be Anu Malik’s daughter after filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali failed to recognize her. In a chat with Cyrus Broacha, Adah recounted the amusing incident. “I have to tell you a funny story. I had to introduce myself. I went to the Heeramandi premiere, and Sanjay Leela Bhansali was standing there. I became an actor because I loved dancing in films—that was my only reason. My friend told me to greet the filmmaker, so I said, ‘Hello, I’m Adah.’ He looked at me and said, ‘Adah? Anu Malik’s daughter, Adah?’” The actress, known for her lighthearted personality, …

Adah Sharma recalls she once told Sanjay Leela Bhansali she was Anu Malik’s daughter: ‘How not to get cast’ | Bollywood

Adah Sharma recalls she once told Sanjay Leela Bhansali she was Anu Malik’s daughter: ‘How not to get cast’ | Bollywood

The nepotism debate in Bollywood continues to grow, with many star kids being trolled for securing lead roles due to their surnames, while outsiders are often relegated to side roles. Recently, in a conversation with Cyrus Broacha, Bollywood actor Adah Sharma recalled how she once tried her luck at being a star kid by pretending to be Anu Malik’s daughter after Sanjay Leela Bhansali failed to recognise her. Adah Sharma says Sanjay Leela Bhansali failed to recoganise her at Heeramandi’s premiere. Also Read: Adah Sharma responds to backlash against moving into Sushant Singh Rajput’s Mumbai house) Adah Sharma’s encounter with Sanjay Leela Bhansali Adah recounted a humorous encounter with Sanjay, saying, “I have to tell you a funny story. I had to introduce myself. I went to the Heeramandi premiere, and Sanjay Leela Bhansali was standing there. I became an actor because I loved dancing in films—that was my only reason. My friend told me to greet the filmmaker, so I said, ‘Hello, I’m Adah.’ He looked at me and said, ‘Adah? Anu Malik’s daughter, …

THIS Bollywood actress quit studies, was rejected for her looks, her film became the highest-grossing female-led, earned Rs 242 crore…

THIS Bollywood actress quit studies, was rejected for her looks, her film became the highest-grossing female-led, earned Rs 242 crore…

Celebrities try their luck in Bollywood, while some succeed, others fail to create magic with their performance in films. Bollywood actors and actresses have impressed audiences with their exceptional roles in films and created a special place in the hearts of the audiences. We are talking about an actress who struggled while looking for her first break. She even left her studies to pursue her dream of acting. Can you guess who it is? Also Read – After 15 Years of Struggles and No Hits, This Actress Beat Alia, Deepika, and Katrina at the Box Office We are talking about Adah Sharma who was born in Mumbai to SL Sharma, a captain in the Indian Merchant Navy. Her mother Sheila Sharma is a classical dancer. Well, after completing her Class 12, she decided to quit her studies as she was interested in acting. Adah earned a degree in Kathak from the Natraj Gopi Krishna Kathak Dance Academy in Mumbai and took training in salsa, jazz, and ballet, in the United States. Adah made her debut …

Mahakumbh 2025| It’s a beautiful feeling of unity in diversity: Adah Sharma

Mahakumbh 2025| It’s a beautiful feeling of unity in diversity: Adah Sharma

Jan 19, 2025 09:23 AM IST Adah Sharma talks about her recent Mahakumbh visit, her first, and how the confluence of people and their faith showcases the cultural richness of our country For her first experience of Mahakumbh, actor Adah Sharma went without her phone. “As actors, we are always having our pictures clicked and then sharing them with the world. This time, I thought let’s do it differently and though I did allow people to take selfies with me, I decided to not have my phone on me. I wanted to be present in the moment and felt phone would distract me. When we have a phone on us, we start seeing things through the phone camera,” she explains. Adah Sharma at Mahakumbh 2025 While her mother was at the previous Kumbh and she stayed for 40 days, this was Sharma’s first time. She recited the Shiv Tandav Stotram live on a stage at an events in Pragyaraj (Uttar Pradesh). “There were so many people… maybe lakhs. My connection to Lord Shiva, is something …

6 unconventional protagonists of Netflix movies who redefined the quintessential image of a Bollywood ‘hero’

6 unconventional protagonists of Netflix movies who redefined the quintessential image of a Bollywood ‘hero’

Gone are the days when a Bollywood hero was defined as macho or angry. His characteristics no longer need to fit the quintessential image of a hero as set over the years. Here’s a list of some unconventional protagonists from Netflix movies who, we feel, have redefined the traditional imagery of a Bollywood ‘hero.’   6 unconventional male protagonists that our favorite   1. Khel Khel Mein (2024)     Cast: Akshay Kumar, Vaani Kapoor, Ammy Virk, Taapsee Pannu, Aditya Seal, Pragya Jaiswal IMDb Rating: 6.5/10 Release Year: 2024 Genre: Comedy Akshay Kumar’s Khel Khel Mein is undoubtedly one of his best comedy films. At the beginning of the movie, we are introduced to his character, Dr. Rishabh Malik, who initially comes across as a shady individual. One might assume him to be a liar and a rogue, but as the story unfolds, his emotional and fatherly side is revealed. A standout scene shows him maturely handling his daughter’s request to be with her boyfriend, showcasing what ideal parenting should look like.   2. Tamasha (2015)   …