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Raima Sen on her Bollywood comeback: I cannot be too choosy with roles here

Raima Sen on her Bollywood comeback: I cannot be too choosy with roles here

Actor Raima Sen is stepping back onto the Bollywood screen, and the excitement is palpable. After a four-year gap since her last Hindi release, Mai (2022), the actor is eager for her next chapter. “It’s always great to be back in the Hindi industry but I must admit ab ki thoda time laga,” she shares candidly. Raima Sen The industry journey has been long, Raima Sen is currently celebrating 26 years since her debut in Godmother, as she prepares for Hansal Mehta’s Family Business slated for later this year. Recalling her break, she says, “It has been decades. I still remember getting the offer when I was a 17-year-old girl living in Kolkata and Vinay Shukla had come down. He was screen testing, he said, ‘Do this film, [you] fit the bill.’” “At that time I was studying and was petrified to act with actors like Shabana Azmi; every day I was scared to shoot, but I told myself, just try it. If you can’t manage, I won’t join films, I will do something else,” …

‘My relationship with Priyanka Chopra has changed’: Sister Mannara calls actor ‘guide, godmother’; says Malti is ‘proper LA baby’ | Bollywood News

‘My relationship with Priyanka Chopra has changed’: Sister Mannara calls actor ‘guide, godmother’; says Malti is ‘proper LA baby’ | Bollywood News

Actor Priyanka Chopra and singer Nick Jonas’ daughter Malti Marie Chopra Jonas’ video of speaking in Hindi went viral last year. Having born (2022) and brought up in the US, fans get excited whenever they catch a glimpse of her talking adorably Hindi language. Now, Priyanka’s cousin sister, actor-model Mannara Chopra recently opened up about her relationship with the Aitraaz actor. During an interview with Filmygyaan, she also revealed that Malti is a ‘proper LA baby’ and knows only a few Hindi words. When asked if she considers Priyanka as her godmother, Mannara replied, “She is my sister, I would say.” Recalling the actor’s recent India visit, she shared, “Recently, she was visiting India so I went to meet her. You just take your heart out and you can tell her what you are feeling right now. So, she is like that calming factor who doesn’t have that thing where she will solve everything for you, but she will guide you in a way which is so proper.” The actor further added, “You think about …

Lizzo Will Bring Godmother of Rock and Roll Rosetta Tharpe to Life in Amazon MGM Studio’s Upcoming Biopic

Lizzo Will Bring Godmother of Rock and Roll Rosetta Tharpe to Life in Amazon MGM Studio’s Upcoming Biopic

Lizzo will star as legendary musician Rosetta Tharpe in Amazon MGM Studio’s upcoming biopic, Rosetta! The movie will cover the true story of Tharpe, who became famous as the Godmother of Rock and Roll.  Apart from starring the Good As Hell hitmaker will also produce the project alongside Kevin Beisler and Significant Productions’ Nina Yang Bongiovi and Forest Whitaker. The project, written by Natalie Chaidez and Kwynn Perry, is currently in development, as per Deadline.  Rock and Roll wouldn’t exist without Tharpe. The legendary figure also had a significant influence on R&B and popular music that spans decades and includes iconic artists like Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Johnny Cash, and others.  According to the outlet, the biopic will cover an important decade in Tharpe’s life, including significant aspects like her groundbreaking innovations, secret love affair, and unwavering passion for music.  Although Tharpe shattered several glass ceilings with her unique tone and signature guitar sound, her journey to success wasn’t easy. She had to navigate through societal constraints and conceal her sexuality throughout her …

Why Taylor Swift Is No Longer Close to Jaime King Even After Being Godmother to Actress’ Kid? Sources REVEAL ‘She Has Always…’

Why Taylor Swift Is No Longer Close to Jaime King Even After Being Godmother to Actress’ Kid? Sources REVEAL ‘She Has Always…’

Taylor Swift and troubled actress Jaime King are no longer in touch, but there’s still “love” between them. King was once part of the pop star’s famed girl squad and had been one of the closest pals. Swift is also the godmother of King’s youngest son, Leo.  According to a source close to the actress, her bond with the Grammy winner is no longer the same. “Taylor and Jaime are not close anymore and don’t talk, but there is still love,” the source told US Weekly on Friday, March 21.  However, the source added that though the besties grew distant, Swift remained a dotted godmother to her son. The Cruel Summer singer sends gifts to the 9-year-old on special occasions and would be by his side in a heartbeat whenever he needed her.  “She has always taken her godmother role and duties very seriously,” the source added. It further claimed that Jaime couldn’t have asked for a more caring and thoughtful godmother than the megastar.  King and Swift grew close after meeting at a 2014 …

Dabba Cartel review: Shabana Azmi in Godmother mode is the saving grace of this tepid desi Narcos-meets-Breaking Bad | Web Series

Dabba Cartel review: Shabana Azmi in Godmother mode is the saving grace of this tepid desi Narcos-meets-Breaking Bad | Web Series

‘Narcos Thane’ is how Jyotika‘s white-collar character dismissively describes the titular all-women drug empire in the show. Netflix’s newest show, Dabba Cartel knows its positioning as the underdog story of narcotics. It is more Breaking Bad than Narcos but also has abundant doses of woman power. Yet, for all the buzz it generates and the premise it sets, Dabba Cartel always keeps simmering, never exploding, never fizzling. It is a breezy watch made better than it is simply by its exceptional performers. (Also read: Shabana Azmi ‘really wanted’ Jyotika removed from Dabba Cartel, told producers to cast someone else) Dabba Cartel review: Shabana Azmi headlines this all-woman cast. What is Dabba Cartel about Dabba Cartel is the story of Raji (Shalini Pandey), a homemaker in Thane who runs a dabba (tiffin service) with her house help, Mala (Nimisha Sajayan). After Mala’s boyfriend coaxes her to pack weed in those boxes and deliver, the women are drawn into the world of drugs. As things go haywire, Raji’s mother-in-law Sheela (Shabana Azmi) bails them out. She has …

Matthew Lillard Confirms Return To Iconic Horror ‘Scream’ Franchise—Jokes He’ll Be A ‘Fairy Godmother’

Matthew Lillard Confirms Return To Iconic Horror ‘Scream’ Franchise—Jokes He’ll Be A ‘Fairy Godmother’

Matthew Lillard Scream Return (Photo Credit – Instagram) One of the original Scream stars is making his highly anticipated return to the franchise after nearly three decades. Matthew Lillard, who became a fan favorite for portraying the eccentric and clumsy Stu Macher in the 1996 slasher classic, has confirmed that he will reprise his iconic role. The 55-year-old’s character, the bumbling boyfriend of Rose McGowan’s Tatum, has remained etched in the minds of horror fans, alongside Billy Loomis, played by Skeet Ulrich. Matthew Lillard’s Playful Announcement at MegaCon Lillard made the exciting announcement at MegaCon in Orlando, where Ulrich joined him for a panel discussion. He joked about his return, saying, “I’ve been asked literally 1,000 times a day since the first movie ended if I’m coming back.” Lillard added, “And I’m happy to report I am,” before he joked: “I come back as a fairy godmother. It’s gonna slay.” Matthew Lillard talks Scream 7 return! pic.twitter.com/iZxZHofIQP — sistapam (@sistapam96) February 8, 2025 Despite his playful tone, his co-star Skeet Ulrich expressed genuine excitement, revealing …