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Helen pays tribute to Asha Bhosle: I’m in shock, feeling terrible

Helen pays tribute to Asha Bhosle: I’m in shock, feeling terrible

Veteran actor Helen and Asha Bhosle shared one of Hindi cinema’s most iconic singer-performer pairings, with over 270 songs together. From O Haseena Zulfonwali (Teesri Manzil, 1966), Aa Jaane Jaan (Intaqam, 1969), Piya Tu Ab To Aaja (Caravan, 1971) to Mehbooba Mehbooba (Sholay, 1975), Yeh Mera Dil (Don, 1978), and and more, their collaboration defined the glamour and rhythm of an era. A still from O Haseena Zulfonwali Speaking to us shortly after the news broke, Helen said, “This is shocking. She was so healthy and we had been in touch. I’m feeling terrible and short of words. We had a long friendship. I remember how she would modulate her voice and add that oomph to my songs, which made it more enjoyable to perform. We have lost a gem.” Their bond went beyond music. In an earlier interview, calling Helen her favourite leading lady, Bhosle had said, “She was so pretty that the moment she would enter the room, I would stop singing and just look at her… I once told her that if …

Victim, vamp or just plain wicked? How Bollywood’s female antagonists have evolved over the years | Bollywood News

Victim, vamp or just plain wicked? How Bollywood’s female antagonists have evolved over the years | Bollywood News

Over the past couple of weeks, all we have discussed, watched reels about, or thought about is Dhurandhar The Revenge. Women’s history month was overtaken by a film that was completely dominated by men, their conflicting yet similarly violent aspirations and no female characters of significance, not one. No Indian or Pakistani intelligence agent, politician, mole, no government officials in either country, none. But thankfully, we have OTT platforms that are still creating diverse roles for women. A couple of weeks before the Dhurandhar storm overtook us, I watched Subedaar on Amazon Prime Video and Accused on Netflix. Two completely different films, from two completely different genres, but with one thing in common – both films had unpleasant, entitled women who pushed the people in their lives around and exhibited symptoms of a narcissistic personality disorder. In Accused, Konkona Sensharma plays Dr Geetika Sen, a female doctor accused of sexual harassment by over eight women. In addition to being abrasive at work, Geetika is unfaithful to her wife, whom she gaslights and undermines. Mona Singh …

When Salim Khan Told Salman Khan & Kids, “I Want You To Give Same Respect To Helen”

When Salim Khan Told Salman Khan & Kids, “I Want You To Give Same Respect To Helen”

When Salim Khan Revealed His Second Relationship To His Family (Photo Credit: Instagram) Salman Khan‘s father, Salim Khan, is a prominent figure in the Bollywood industry. Back in the 1970s, he and Javed Akhtar wrote the iconic screenplays for blockbuster movies like Sholay, Zanjeer, Seeta aur Geeta, and more. In his personal life, the actor-turned-screenwriter married twice. He married Salma Khan in 1964 and had four children with her. But he remarried Helen Richardson in 1981. The veteran screenwriter has four children with Salma: three sons, Salman Khan, Arbaaz Khan, and Sohail Khan, and a daughter in Alvira Khan. So he had to inform his family that he was marrying another woman, which was not easy. Salim Khan Told His Wife About Helen The screenwriter didn’t want his first wife, Salma, to learn about him and Helen from media gossip and magazines. So, he himself opened up about it not only to his wife but also to his children. There were problems in the beginning, but slowly, everybody had come to terms with the situation. …

Salman Khan, Arbaaz Khan, Aayush Sharma, Helen along with grandsons Nirvaan-Arhaan visit Salim Khan at the hospital

Salman Khan, Arbaaz Khan, Aayush Sharma, Helen along with grandsons Nirvaan-Arhaan visit Salim Khan at the hospital

Earlier today, Bollywood’s Bhaijaan Salman Khan was snapped arriving at Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital in Bandra. This viral moment soon led netizens to believe that there was a medical emergency in the family. Shortly after, it was reported that Salman’s screenwriter father and one-half of the iconic duo Salim-Javed, Salim Khan was admitted to the hospital. A senior doctor has now confirmed to a publication that the Sholay writer is in the ICU, but refused to divulge any other details. As we eagerly wait for an update about Salim ji’s health, here’s a look at everything that is known so far. Salman Khan and Salim Khan In an earlier report shared by Bollywood Hungama, Salman Khan’s friend was quoted saying, “Salim saab had breathing problems. Salman and the family immediately rushed him to the hospital. He is much better now.” In a new report, the source revealed, “Salim saab’s condition is serious. We are all concerned and hoping he would get back home the soonest.” After Salman Khan, his younger brother Arbaaz Khan, sister Alvira Khan …

Salman Khan asks ‘blushing’ Shera to pose for photographers at Arbaaz and Sshura Khan’s anniversary bash. Watch | Bollywood News

Salman Khan asks ‘blushing’ Shera to pose for photographers at Arbaaz and Sshura Khan’s anniversary bash. Watch | Bollywood News

Superstar Salman Khan is all set to bring in his 60th birthday this weekend. A few days ahead of that, the superstar and his family were seen celebrating Arbaaz Khan and Sshrura Khan’s wedding anniversary. On Wednesday night, the Khan family was spotted outside Arbaaz’s home joining his anniversary celebrations. Salman, who was also present here, playfully dragged his bodyguard Shera and made him pose for the paparazzi. In the video, Salman Khan was seen posing and smiling for the shutterbugs. Later, he brought Shera to the front and also made him pose for the paparazzi, making Shera blush. One of the fans commented, “There is no one like Bhaijaan.” A second user wrote, “This is what you call a golden heart.” Also Read: Salman Khan says Dharmendra inspired him in a good way: ‘I have always followed him…’ Other than Salman, Arbaaz’s son Arhaan, and Sohail Khan’s son Nirvaan were also seen attending the celebrations. In another video, Shera, Sohail, and Nirvaan were also seen helping Salman’s father, Salim Khan, and mother, Salma Khan, …

Zeenat Aman names Helen as the influence behind her glamorous style

Zeenat Aman names Helen as the influence behind her glamorous style

Veteran actress Zeenat Aman has shared an interesting behind-the-scenes memory from her early days in Bollywood. During her appearance on Indian Idol 16, she revealed how legendary dancer and actor Helen guided her and other heroines in mastering on-screen essentials like contact lenses, eyelashes, and wigs. Zeenat Aman says Helen influenced her look Reflecting on Helen’s influence, Zeenat highlighted her role in shaping the glamour and professionalism of a generation of actresses. Rapper Badshah asked, “Zeenat ma’am, Helen ma’am, since both of you worked during the same period and were at the top of your careers, was there ever any rivalry between you?” Responding to this, Zeenat Aman praised Helen, calling her incomparable and saying there was never any question of rivalry. She shared that they would watch Helen closely to learn how to wear contact lenses, false eyelashes, and wigs. The Ajnabee actress added that Helen was truly unbeatable. She said, “Helen ji, she was incomparable. There was no question of rivalry. We used to watch her and learn how to wear contact lenses, how …

Helen treats fans to a rare moment from her visit to Golden Temple, internet is in awe

Helen treats fans to a rare moment from her visit to Golden Temple, internet is in awe

Dancing diva Helen, who turned 87 last month, prefers to keep her personal life away from the limelight. However, she recently offered fans a rare glimpse into her world by sharing a picture from her visit to the Golden Temple in Amritsar. Social media users loved the image of Helen. Helen visits Golden Temple Helen took a spiritual trip as she visited the Golden Temple in Amritsar recently. The actor shared a picture on Instagram, where she is seen standing by the ‘sarovar’ with the Golden Temple glowing beautifully in the backdrop. “Blessings from The Golden Temple,” Helen wrote while sharing the image. In the photo, Helen is seen in a cream embroidered suit paired with a matching dupatta draped over her head. Her outfit comes with intricate detailing. She is standing barefoot with folded hands, and is seen smiling as she poses for the camera. Social media users loved the image and took to the comment section to express their excitement. “Helen ji we all love you the most gorgeous galamours heroin of bollywood,” …

Helen was abused by ex-husband, thrown out of her own home; don Karim Lala helped her on Dilip Kumar’s request | Bollywood News

Helen was abused by ex-husband, thrown out of her own home; don Karim Lala helped her on Dilip Kumar’s request | Bollywood News

Long before she became one of Bollywood’s most iconic dancers, actor Helen faced a personal crisis when her ex-husband, filmmaker P N Arora, threw her out of her own home, eventually forcing her to seek help from an unlikely quarter — ‘the Mumbai underworld’, reveals a new book, ‘When It All Began: The Untold Stories of the Underworld’. Written by former Mumbai police commissioner Rakesh Maria, the book, which offers a detailed account of the rise and fall of Mumbai’s underworld — including the rise of the first generation of dons such as Karim Lala, Haji Mastan and Dilip Aziz — documents the little-known incident in which Lala intervened to help Helen reclaim the house she had been evicted from by Arora. ALSO READ: ‘Maarunga pakad ke’: Jaideep Ahlawat jokes he’d recommend death to someone who hasn’t watched any Manoj Bajpayee movie The book recalls that Helen, who turned 87 this month, was born in Rangoon in 1938 and arrived in Bombay after escaping wartime Burma. Financial struggles pushed her into films, and she soon …

When don Karim Lala helped Helen reclaim her house

When don Karim Lala helped Helen reclaim her house

New Delhi, Long before she became one of Bollywood’s most iconic dancers, actor Helen faced a personal crisis when her ex-husband, filmmaker PN Arora, threw her out of her own home, eventually forcing her to seek help from an unlikely quarter “the Mumbai underworld”, reveals a new book “When It All Began: The Untold Stories of the Underworld”. When don Karim Lala helped Helen reclaim her house Written by former Mumbai police commissioner Rakesh Maria, the book, which offers a detailed account of the rise and fall of Mumbai’s underworld including the rise of the first generation of dons such as Karim Lala, Haji Mastan and Dilip Aziz documents the little-known incident in which Lala intervened to help Helen reclaim the house she had been evicted from by Arora. The book recalls that Helen, who turned 87 this month, was born in Rangoon in 1938 and arrived in Bombay after escaping wartime Burma. Financial struggles pushed her into films, and she soon emerged as one of the most prolific performers of the 1950s and beyond, …

Helen celebrates Salim Khan’s 90th birthday with Salma Khan, pens sweet note: ‘Thank you for wonderful years together’

Helen celebrates Salim Khan’s 90th birthday with Salma Khan, pens sweet note: ‘Thank you for wonderful years together’

Veteran writer Salim Khan celebrated his 90th birthday on November 24 along with his wives, Helen and Salma Khan. Helen took to social media to share pictures from the celebration and penned a heartwarming note wishing Salim on his big day. Inside Salim Khan’s birthday bash with Helen and Salma Khan. Salim Khan’s birthday bash On Monday, Helen posted a series of photos on Instagram. In the first picture, Helen and Salma twinned in black as they sat on either side of Salim for the photograph. She also shared another picture of Salim standing in front of his birthday cake with Salma and Helen by his side. Sharing the images, Helen wrote, “Happy 90th birthday!! Thank you for the wonderful years together — for your kindness, your humour, your steady presence, and the love you’ve given us all. I’m grateful for you every day. Wishing you health, peace, and all the happiness your beautiful heart deserves. May the Almighty always bless you.” Salim’s daughter, Arpita Khan, also penned a sweet birthday wish for her father, …