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Exclusive | Akshay Kumar reacts as Aanand L Rai wins National Award for Best Direction: Fortunate to have presented…

Exclusive | Akshay Kumar reacts as Aanand L Rai wins National Award for Best Direction: Fortunate to have presented…

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The National Film Awards announced on Saturday, for work which released in 2024, brought cheer for the Hindi film industry. And not just in the Feature Film section, but Non-Feature section too. Aanand L Rai, Akshay Kumar Filmmaker Aanand L Rai, known for his Tanu Weds Manu franchise and Raanjhanaa, has been declared Best Director in the non-feature film category, for Statue of Unity: Ekta Ka Prateek. It was a documentary presented by actor Akshay Kumar. And when HT City speaks to him, he can’t contain his happiness, and how proud he feels of Aanand. Also read: National Film Award winners: Mammooty, Kartik Aaryan share Best Actor Male, Yami Gautam Dhar is Best Actor Female “I am delighted that Anand L Rai has received this honour for his brilliant direction of Statue of Unity – Ekta ka Prateek. I feel fortunate to have presented such an inspiring documentary on the landmark monument,” he says to us exclusively. Apart from this, multiple other talent from Bollywood has been recognised at this national level stage. The National …

Jisshu Sengupta on working with female superstars of Bollywood: They never made me feel like they are stars

Jisshu Sengupta on working with female superstars of Bollywood: They never made me feel like they are stars

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A renowned name in the Bengali film industry who has been actively working for close to three decades, actor Jisshu Sengupta has made his presence known in the Hindi film industry too. Recently seen in the crime thriller web series Brown alongside actor Karisma Kapoor, he has worked with several female superstars of Hindi cinema over the years. Be it Rani Mukerji in Mardaani franchise, Deepika Padukone in Piku (2015), Vidya Balan in Shakuntala Devi (2020) or Kajol in the OTT series The Trial, Jisshu Sengupta has been paired alongside some of the biggest names in the Hindi film industry. Jisshu Sengupta Ask him how working with female actors of their stature has influenced his craft and he says, “I have never looked at it that way. I have grown up watching their films, not of Deepika of course (laughs). But I first worked with Tabu in 2001 (for the Bengali film Abar Aranye which released in 2003) when she was in her top space. Then working with Rani Mukerji and so on and so …

Akshay Kumar forgets Aneet Padda, Ahaan Panday’s names, says they got ‘lucky’ with Saiyaara | Bollywood News

Akshay Kumar forgets Aneet Padda, Ahaan Panday’s names, says they got ‘lucky’ with Saiyaara | Bollywood News

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3 min readBengaluruJun 29, 2026 01:53 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle star Akshay Kumar is currently basking in the success of the film. In a recent interview while promoting the film, along with the film’s director Ahmed Khan, Akshay shared his view on what makes films successful. During the conversation, he referred to Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday’s breakthrough hit, Saiyaara, and shared that it worked due to ‘sheer luck’ Akshay Kumar has opened up about the success of Saiyaara, suggesting that the film’s box office performance was largely driven by luck rather than elaborate promotional strategies. Speaking in a recent interview with ANI, the actor emphasised that hit films often succeed because of organic audience response and timing, rather than planned campaigns or industry events. He pointed out that Saiyaara managed to connect with viewers on its own merit, adding that sometimes a film simply ‘clicks’ with audiences without much external push. Akshay Kumar on Saiyaara During a conversation with ANI, Akshay Kumar was heard saying, “If it is in the destiny of …

Rohit Shetty receives extortion threat

Rohit Shetty receives extortion threat

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MUMBAI: The firing at Rohit Shetty’s Juhu home was only a trailer; this time, the bullets will find their mark – the filmmaker himself – if he doesn’t pay up. The threat, delivered via an audio clip allegedly by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, orders Shetty to pay ₹20 crore as extortion money. Rohit Shetty receives extortion threat The threat comes only four months after bullets were fired at Shetty’s residence in Juhu by the Bishnoi gang, and a similar firing incident at the Bandra home of actor Salman Khan in 2024. Police believe these incidents are meant to assert the gangster’s dominance and intimidate the Hindi film industry. Police said the 90-second audio clip was received by Shetty’s staff on Saturday morning, allegedly containing a message from Shubham Lonkar, a close aide of incarcerated gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. Lonkar is a fugitive, wanted in two high-profile cases – the 2024 murder of politician Baba Siddique and the February 2026 firing at Shetty’s house. “Rohit Shetty’s staff told us they had received the audio clip containing the …

Sharvari reveals the similarity between Rani Mukerji and Main Vaapas Aaunga co-star Vedang Raina

Sharvari reveals the similarity between Rani Mukerji and Main Vaapas Aaunga co-star Vedang Raina

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It’s been over five years for Sharvari in the Hindi film industry, and gradually, she has been making waves with her work choices. Her recent release, Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga has struck a chord with the audience. After a slow start, the film has picked up pace due to audience support. Sharvari on similarity between Rani Mukerji and Vedang Raina Reflecting on living the era of the 1940s through Main Vaapas Aaunga, Sharvari says, “It was beautiful and surreal. Even while we were shooting, ek sukoon tha. There is something just very pure about that time. Whatever connections that you build or even when we were playing our parts as Jiya and Keenu (played by Vedang Raina), I remember that whenever we did our scenes, it felt like the time had stopped and everything was still, when it wasn’t and there were so many people on set. I can count moments on my hand the times when we were performing and I felt like the time just stopped and we weren’t really saying anything. …

Every film has been hard work; nothing comes easy: Saqib Saleem on 15 years in industry

Every film has been hard work; nothing comes easy: Saqib Saleem on 15 years in industry

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Mumbai, Actor Saqib Saleem says success in the Hindi film industry doesn’t always lead to more work, something he has experienced firsthand despite earning acclaim for projects like “83”, “Rangbaaz”, and “Citadel”. Every film has been hard work; nothing comes easy: Saqib Saleem on 15 years in industry The 38-year-old actor calls himself a searcher who is always looking for the right opportunity. “There’s so much work happening, there is OTT, theatrical, you have to find the right fit for yourself. Not every project that is happening is for you. So, I’m a searcher, I keep roaming around. “And it’s not as glamorous as it looks like. I’ve been appreciated for all my work, but every project, every film has been hard work, nothing comes easy here. It’s not like that ‘he was in ’83’ or performed well in ‘Citadel’, so let’s offer him work.’ That’s not the case. This business is very different from every other business, the hustle is always on,” Saleem told PTI in an interview. The actor made his debut with …

Radhikka Madan reacts to Hansal Mehta saying she ‘deserves better’ from Bollywood: When someone gives a voice to…

Radhikka Madan reacts to Hansal Mehta saying she ‘deserves better’ from Bollywood: When someone gives a voice to…

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Having spent close to eight years in the Hindi film industry, Radhikka Madan admits it has been an adventurous ride. Recently, the actor starred in Subedaar alongside actor Anil Kapoor, and her portrayal brought her a lot of appreciation. As she is revelling in the love, one special compliment has hit her in the heart and it came from filmmaker Hansal Mehta, who publicly insisted that the actor “deserves better opportunities” than the one given to her by Bollywood. Radhikka Madan (Photo: Instagram) Reacting to the same, Radhikka Madan says, “When I first read that, I was almost teary-eyed because when you come in this industry, you need to make a mark for yourself and you want to be noticed by these veteran, legend filmmakers. When you get that kind of acknowledgement and support, and if somebody like him feels for you, takes your side or gives a voice to whatever you have been feeling for so many years, it just means a lot. It fuels the passion that I have for my work. I …

Mahendra Bohra, veteran producer and Karanvir Bohra’s father, dies; actor pens heartbreaking note

Mahendra Bohra, veteran producer and Karanvir Bohra’s father, dies; actor pens heartbreaking note

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Mahendra Bohra, veteran producer and father of actor Karanvir Bohra, died recently. The actor took to Instagram on Wednesday to pen an emotional note on his father’s passing. Veteran film producer Mahendra Bohra died on Wednesday. Karanvir Bohra mourns father Mahendra Bohra Mourning the demise of his father, Karanvir wrote, “Love you, Dad. I’m going to miss you more than words can ever say. Anyone who has lost a parent knows the kind of ache it leaves behind. But even in this pain, I find peace in knowing you lived a full, beautiful life. You left us the way you always wished to…….peacefully and without suffering. You used to say you wanted to leave this world with your boots on… and that’s exactly how you went. Strong. Dignified. On your own terms.” In the long note, Karanvir recalled the values he learned from his father. “You taught didi and me everything that truly matters. To stay hopeful, no matter how hard life gets. To bounce back when u fall. To live with energy, with passion, …

Farah Khan makes ‘Google giggle’ as she shares laughter-filled moments with Sundar Pichai. See pics

Farah Khan makes ‘Google giggle’ as she shares laughter-filled moments with Sundar Pichai. See pics

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On Monday, filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan shared pictures on Instagram from her meeting with Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Google. The photos showed the two in candid moments, laughing during their interaction, with Farah seemingly winning him over with her trademark sense of humour. Farah Khan met Google CEO Sundar Pichai, sharing candid moments that showcased her humour. She posted photos of their interaction, expressing gratitude to YouTube India for hosting the encounter. Farah posts about her meeting with Sundar Pichai on Instagram In the photos, Farah appeared completely at ease, chatting animatedly as Sundar Pichai listened with a wide smile. The candid images suggested that her quick wit had struck the right chord, making even the usually composed tech executive laugh. Sharing the moment with her followers, she captioned the post, “When u make Google Giggle.. @sundarpichai thank you to @youtubeindia for being such great hosts..” while giving a shout-out to YouTube India for hosting the memorable interaction. Farah Khan’s rise in digital content making Farah has been making waves in the digital …

Anuradha Paudwal defends AR Rahman in communal remark controversy: ‘He is a saintly person’

Anuradha Paudwal defends AR Rahman in communal remark controversy: ‘He is a saintly person’

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As controversy continues to swirl around AR Rahman’s recent remarks about his reduced work in the Hindi film industry, veteran singer Anuradha Paudwal has stepped forward to defend the composer. Reacting to the debate that followed his interview, where his comments were interpreted by some as having a communal undertone, Anuradha dismissed the criticism and described Rahman as a deeply spiritual and dignified artist. She said his music itself reflects his character and stature. Anuradha Paudwal defends AR Rahman amid controversy over his remarks about reduced work in Bollywood. Anuradha Paudwal defends AR Rahman Speaking to ANI, Anuradha clarified that while she has never interacted with Rahman personally, her opinion of him has been shaped by decades of listening to and observing his work. “From what I know of AR Rahman is through his music. I have never met him personally, but his music tells that he is a very saintly person,” she said. Addressing the larger issue of the controversy, Anuradha suggested that media interviews often push artists toward sensational responses. Drawing on her …