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From Rajpal Yadav to Gaurav Khanna; celebs who started their own Youtube channels

From Rajpal Yadav to Gaurav Khanna; celebs who started their own Youtube channels

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Who needs a film set when you have a ring light? Lately, more celebrities are swapping red carpets for YouTube uploads, giving fans full access to their day-to-day lives. From Rajpal Yadav to Guneet Monga, here is a list of celebrities who started their Youtube channel in the past one year: From Rajpal Yadav to Gaurav Khanna; celebs who started their own Youtube channels Rahul Khanna The latest to step into the vlogging space is actor Rahul Khanna, known for movies such as Wake Up Sid and Love Aaj Kal (both 2009). The 53-year-old launched his YouTube channel, ArtOfTakingAShower, on April 27. He shared his first video on Wednesday, quite literally taking viewers through his shower ritual. Gaurav Khanna Following his victory on Bigg Boss 19, the actor began his YouTube journey in December last year with his channel GauravKhanna_11. His content primarily revolves around lifestyle and behind-the-scenes moments. Since posting his first video on December 16, the 44-year-old has uploaded 44 videos and built a subscriber base of nearly 270K Rajpal Yadav The actor …

Exclusive | Is Ayushmann Khurrana-Sara Ali Khan’s action-comedy film in trouble? Karan Johar breaks silence

Exclusive | Is Ayushmann Khurrana-Sara Ali Khan’s action-comedy film in trouble? Karan Johar breaks silence

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Tuesday brought with it rumours about an upcoming film running into production trouble. According to reports, the shoot of Ayushmann Khurrana-Sara Ali Khan’s action comedy, being bankrolled by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions and Guneet Monga’s Sikhya Entertainment, had begun in 2024, but soon got stuck. Karan Johar, Sara Ali Khan, Ayushmann Khurrana Also read: Karan Johar defends Dhurandhar amid propaganda debate: ‘I wasn’t offended by the politics of the film’ On top of everything, even the release, originally supposed to happen in 2026 according to the report, was pushed. Whether theatrical, or OTT- this was another roadblock. But when HT City reaches out to the team, they deny it all. Karan tells us exclusively, “This is not true. We have 10 days of shoot left, and we are very much releasing the film theatrically this year.” Aakash Kaushik, the director of the film too maintains that the film is on track. Ayushmann, on the professional front, is busy with Sooraj Barjatya’s Yeh Prem Mol Liya, while Sara has Pati, Patni Aur Woh Do in her …

Ektaa R Kapoor to Jyoti Deshpande, 5 most POWERFUL women who are business masterminds of Indian movies

Ektaa R Kapoor to Jyoti Deshpande, 5 most POWERFUL women who are business masterminds of Indian movies

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Dipti Jindal -CEO, Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment Dipti Jindal is currently the CEO at Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. Her studio, Diamond Jubilee, has entered 75 years of cinematic experience. Dipti Jindal’s work She is the strategic force behind Salman Khan starrer Sikander, Baaghi 4 and Housefull 5. She is currently working on developing more projects under the 2026 banner. Jyoti Deshpande -President & Head of Media & Content, Reliance Industries As president of Reliance Industries, Jyoti Deshpande has made the production house one of the profitable ones. She has a staggering pipeline of 100 stories, including renowned movies like Stree 2 and Laapataa Ladies. Jyoti Deshpande’s works She was also the producer of films like Dhurandhar, Son of Sardaar 2, Shaitaan, Article 370 and Maa, to name a few. Her recent success was Dhurandhar, which has been basking in the success with its high collection. Guneet Monga Kapoor-Founder, Sikhya Entertainment The filmmaker has redefined how an independent production house can achieve success in a global platform. She has brought stories that not only catch the attention of …

Guneet Monga Joins Hands With Karthik Subbaraj for a New Tamil Feature

Guneet Monga Joins Hands With Karthik Subbaraj for a New Tamil Feature

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Sikhya Entertainment, the production company led by Guneet Monga and Achin Jain, has partnered with celebrated Tamil filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj for the first time. The yet-untitled film officially began production in Madurai with a traditional pooja ceremony earlier today. A creative partnership begins The project marks Karthik’s tenth film as a director. His previous release, Retro, featured Suriya, Pooja Hegde and Joju George in leading roles. Known for his distinctive storytelling that blends strong character writing with mass appeal, Karthik has built a reputation as one of the most original voices in contemporary Tamil cinema. For Sikhya Entertainment, this partnership represents a major step into Tamil-language filmmaking. The banner is widely respected for producing films such as The Lunchbox, Pagglait, Masaan and Kathal, the last of which recently won the National Film Award for Best Hindi Film. Sikhya is also behind The Elephant Whisperers, which became India’s first Academy Award-winning documentary short film. A meeting of vision and craft Director Karthik Subbaraj expressed equal enthusiasm about the collaboration. He shared, “I have long admired the …

‘Nahi jeete toh lagta hai sab exhaustion hai’: Guneet Monga reacts to Anuja’s loss at Oscars 2025 | Bollywood

‘Nahi jeete toh lagta hai sab exhaustion hai’: Guneet Monga reacts to Anuja’s loss at Oscars 2025 | Bollywood

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Producer Guneet Monga expressed gratitude for the recognition Anuja received at the Oscars despite not winning. Guneet Monga reacts to Anuja’s Oscar loss. (Also Read: Guneet Monga writes about getting married at 39, what her relatives would say: ‘Beta shadi nahi ki’) Priyanka Chopra and Guneet Monga-backed Anuja, a short film set in New Delhi, was nominated in the Live Action Short Category at the Oscars 2025 but lost the prestigious award to the Dutch-language film ‘I’m Not a Robot. ‘ However, Guneet shared that getting nominated is also a “big thing”. Directed by Adam J. Graves, Anuja had secured a nomination for Best Live Action Short Film at the 97th Academy Awards, putting it in the race against other notable contenders such as Alien, I’m Not a Robot, The Last Ranger, and A Man Who Would Not Remain Silent. Guneet Monga reacts to Oscar loss In a conversation with ANI, she said, “…It is a beautiful film by Adam J. Grave and Suchitra Mattai…Adam is the director, and Suchitra is the producer. I joined …

Oscars 2025: Anuja producer Guneet Monga says ‘we will return again’ as film loses prestigious award to I’m Not A Robot

Oscars 2025: Anuja producer Guneet Monga says ‘we will return again’ as film loses prestigious award to I’m Not A Robot

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Not just the team, the entire country rejoiced when American Hindi-language short film, Anuja was nominated for the Best Live Action Short Film award at the 97th Academy Awards. But sadly, the movie didn’t bring home the prestigious award and lost it to the Dutch film I’m Not a Robot. But producer Guneet Monga is hopeful that ‘we will return again’ and bring home the coveted accolade soon. A couple of hours ago, Bollywood producer Guneet Monga took to her Instagram account and dropped several images of herself, all decked-up to celebrate independent cinema at the 97th Academy Awards. In the caption, she mentioned, “We attended the event with our short film Anuja, but this is just the beginning. As long as we continue to dream and create, we will return again soon!” Monga further expressed her love and admiration for the American Hindi-language short film, Anuja and stated that it’s a “22-minute love letter to girls who refuse to be defined by their circumstances, and it aligns perfectly with the vision and mission of …

Guneet Monga expresses hope after Anuja misses out on Oscar to I’m Not A Robot: ‘We will return soon’ | Bollywood

Guneet Monga expresses hope after Anuja misses out on Oscar to I’m Not A Robot: ‘We will return soon’ | Bollywood

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Hours after the short film Anuja lost out on the Best Live Action Short Oscar, producer Guneet Monga on Monday said she joined the project not only to support the filmmakers but also to amplify the voices of children. (Also Read: Priyanka Chopra, Guneet Monga-backed Anuja falls at final hurdle, loses Best Live Action Short Oscar to I’m Not A Robot) A still from the Oscar-nominated film Anuja. The New Delhi-set coming-of-age film, directed by Adam J Graves, was bested by the Dutch-language short I’m Not A Robot at the ceremony held in Los Angeles on Sunday. Anuja, starring Sajda Pathan and Ananya Shanbhag, follows a gifted nine-year-old girl named Anuja who must choose between education and factory work alongside her sister—a decision that will shape both their futures. It is streaming on Netflix. Guneet Monga on Anuja losing to I’m Not A Robot Two-time Oscar winner Guneet, who boarded Anuja as executive producer last year, said celebrating independent cinema at the 97th Academy Awards in an Instagram post is a testament to the idea …

Priyanka Chopra, Guneet Monga-backed Anuja falls at final hurdle, loses Best Live Action Short Oscar to I’m Not A Robot | Bollywood

Priyanka Chopra, Guneet Monga-backed Anuja falls at final hurdle, loses Best Live Action Short Oscar to I’m Not A Robot | Bollywood

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Mar 03, 2025 08:48 AM IST New Delhi-based film Anuja was nominated in the Best Live Action Short category at the 2025 Oscars. Anuja, a New Delhi-set coming-of-age short film that was competing at the Oscars 2025 in the Best Live Action Short category, lost out on the award to Dutch-language movie I’m Not a Robot. (Also read: Oscars 2025 live updates: Conan O’Brien speaks Hindi on stage, asks China for financial help) A still from the Oscar-nominated film Anuja. I’m Not a Robot is a science fiction film written and directed by Victoria Warmerdam. “After failing an online CAPTCHA test, Max faces an existential crisis when he believes he might actually be a robot,” read its synopsis. Anuja, directed by Adam J Graves and Suchitra Mattai, follows a gifted nine-year-old Anuja, who must make a choice between education and factory work alongside her sister – a decision that will shape both their futures. It stars Sajda Pathan and Ananya Shanbhag. Anuja, currently streaming on Netflix, has two-time Oscar-winning producer Guneet Monga and actor Priyanka …

Anuja, backed by Priyanka Chopra, falls short to I’m Not A Robot for Best Live Action Short Film

Anuja, backed by Priyanka Chopra, falls short to I’m Not A Robot for Best Live Action Short Film

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The short film Anuja failed to bag an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film at the 2025 Academy Awards as it lost to I’m Not a Robot. Anuja – backed by Guneet Monga and Priyanka Chopra – was nominated along with A Lien, I’m Not a Robot, The Last Ranger, and The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent. Also Read – Olivia Wilde to Halle Berry: Meet best dressed stars on Oscar 2025 red carpet Directed by Adam J. Graves, Anuja revolved around tells the life of a young girl named Anuja. Played by Sajda Pathan, Anuja works in a Delhi-based garment factory with her sister Palak, which is essayed by Ananya Shanbhag. When faced with multiple difficulties, Anuja decides to shoulder the responsibility of supporting her family financially. Also Read – Oscars 2025: Adrien Brody and Halle Berry’s red carpet moment sparks memories of their controversial kiss, netizens react ‘Good on…’ The film was jointly supported by Suchitra Mattai, Mindy Kaling, Guneet Monga Kapoor, Krushan Naik, Aaron Kopp, Devananda Graves, Michael Graves, Ksheetij …

Anuja: Priyanka Chopra calls her Oscar-nominated production venture on Netflix ‘highly recommended’ as she gives it a big shoutout

Anuja: Priyanka Chopra calls her Oscar-nominated production venture on Netflix ‘highly recommended’ as she gives it a big shoutout

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American Hindi-language short film Anuja started streaming on Netflix from February 5, 2025. Since then, the film has been receiving love from audience from all walks of life. The movie also got nominated for the upcoming Oscar Awards. Now, Priyanka Chopra Jonas gave it a big shoutout and called her production venture on Netflix ‘highly recommended’. Read on! On February 18, 2025, Priyanka Chopra took to her Instagram Story and shared the poster of her production venture, Anuja. The actress expressed her excitement as the film continues to be in the race for Oscars 2025. Penning her thoughts, the global icon expressed, “@anujathefilm is in the race for the Oscars! I highly recommend you to watch this remarkable film on Netflix.” Priyanka Chopra praises the film Anuja: Earlier this month, PeeCee expressed her excitement when the movie got nominated for an Academy Award in the Best Live Action Short Film category. Taking to social media, the Bajirao Mastani actress shared a brief clip from the movie and wrote, “I know you’ll be just as moved …