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Exclusive! Nikita Dutta: When it comes to mangoes, I never worry about the sugar rush

Exclusive! Nikita Dutta: When it comes to mangoes, I never worry about the sugar rush

For actor Nikita Dutta, known for films such as Kabir Singh (2019) and Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins (2025), summer and mangoes are inseparable. Joining HT City for a special summer shoot, the self-confessed mango lover opens up about her favourite varieties why the fruit is a non-negotiable part of her daily routine. Nikita Dutta Pic: Satish Bate Location: Bayleaf cafe, Mumbai One unusual food combination she swears by is “puri with mango”. “The first time I was introduced to puri with mango at a Gujarati friend’s house, I was surprised by the combination, but now I love it,” she says. Elaborating on her love for the fruit, Nikita shares, “Mango is by default my summer essential. Every morning, I start my day with six soaked almonds and one whole mango. So unlike a lot of people who like eating mangoes for dessert, my day starts with a whole giant Alphonso mango. There’s also Kesar and Langda, but it’s the core taste that I love, making it my favourite fruit.” She recalls, “When we …

Exclusive | The Big Bull actor Nikita Dutta on Christmas 2025: ‘I am obsessed with watching Christmas films…’

Exclusive | The Big Bull actor Nikita Dutta on Christmas 2025: ‘I am obsessed with watching Christmas films…’

Actor Nikita Dutta is currently on a break from her work as she took some time off from her busy schedule and is exploring the beautiful by-lanes of London city. The actor is enjoying the Christmas festivities there. Nikita Dutta is currently enjoying Christmas and New Year’s festivities in London. Sharing about her ongoing London trip, Nikita tells HTCity, “I have been to London before, but Christmas in London was something that had been on my list for the longest time. I have grown up watching a lot of Christmas rom-coms which are based in London. Two of my favourite films are The Holiday and Love Actually, and both revolve around Christmas in London. So, I made it happen this year, and it’s the best thing I could do for myself. I love the weather, it’s really cold.” “I really enjoyed walking at the Hyde Park and visiting the countryside, I’m in a city called Marlow, which is on the outskirts of London. I have really enjoyed going shopping and one of my favourite places …

Anushka Sharma, Bhumi Pednekar, Vaani Kapoor laud Aishwarya Rai’s sindoor look at Cannes 2025

Anushka Sharma, Bhumi Pednekar, Vaani Kapoor laud Aishwarya Rai’s sindoor look at Cannes 2025

Anushka Sharma, Bhumi Pednekar, Vaani Kapoor laud Aishwarya Rai’s sindoor look at Cannes 2025 Home News and Gossip Anushka Sharma, Bhumi Pednekar, Vaani Kapoor laud Aishwarya Rai’s sindoor look at Cannes 2025 Aishwarya Rai has been known for her stunning looks at the Cannes Film Festival for a long time now, however on Wednesday the actress broke the internet with her new look. Read on to know what she wore! Aishwarya Rai has been known for her stunning looks at the Cannes Film Festival for a long time now. Since her debut in 2002 with Shah Rukh Khan for the premiere of Devdas, the former Miss World winner has always looked jaw-droppingly beautiful at Cannes. On Wednesday, she broke the internet with a regal look in an ivory saree, showcasing a traditional Indian look. The actress made a statement with her outfit, but what grabbed everyone’s attention was her sindoor. While fans can’t stop gushing over Aishwarya’s Cannes look, …

Jewel Thief: Kunal Kapoor on Saif Ali Khan-led film’s impact amid criticism; ’People have shown that…’

Jewel Thief: Kunal Kapoor on Saif Ali Khan-led film’s impact amid criticism; ’People have shown that…’

Bollywood actor Kunal Kapoor recently made his much-awaited acting comeback with Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat’s Jewel Thief. However, the film received mixed reviews from audiences and critics. Now, he opened up on the film receiving criticism and shared that the film did what it was ‘supposed to do’, that is to entertain. In an interview with Hindustan Times, Kunal Kapoor opened up on the criticism the film received and admitted that one would want the film to ‘land 100%’. Calling it the most important thing, he shared that if people enjoy the films, it means they enjoy the work of the actor. The actor said, “Having said that, the reactions that I have gotten from people have shown that it did what it was supposed to do, which was entertain.” He further shared that Jewel Thief was made to be a fun film with twists and surprises to keep audiences hooked on the screen.  Kunal also admitted that it was never made to make people change their opinion about the world. “It was …

Jewel Thief: Saif Ali Khan’s switch flips on camera, says co-star Kunal Kapoor; ‘Tom Cruise might have some competition…’

Jewel Thief: Saif Ali Khan’s switch flips on camera, says co-star Kunal Kapoor; ‘Tom Cruise might have some competition…’

Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins, starring Saif Ali Khan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Nikita Dutta, and Kunal Kapoor in pivotal roles, started streaming on Netflix on April 25. Soon after the release, Kunal opened up about working with Saif, sharing how the actor switch-flips the moment the camera rolls. He also joked that with all the running scenes in the film, even Tom Cruise might find some serious competition. In a recent interview with Mid-Day, Kunal Kapoor discussed working with Saif Ali Khan, highlighting how the actor brings a light-hearted atmosphere to the set with his humor and wit. He added, “He can be laughing about something a few moments before the camera rolls and then be completely focused the next moment. It’s like a switch gets turned on.” The Jewel Thief actor also shared his experience working with Jaideep Ahlawat, mentioning that while he didn’t have many scenes with him, he admired his natural presence. He praised Jaideep for his effortless ability to just ‘be,’ both professionally and personally. Kunal also opened up on his role and …

Jewel Thief: Saif Ali Khan makes SHOCKING revelation about his 1st day on set with Jaideep Ahlawat; ‘It was the first time I…’

Jewel Thief: Saif Ali Khan makes SHOCKING revelation about his 1st day on set with Jaideep Ahlawat; ‘It was the first time I…’

Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins, featuring Saif Ali Khan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Nikita Dutta, and Kunal Kapoor, started streaming on Netflix on April 25. Now, Saif opened up about a shocking experience from the sets. Reflecting on his first day of shoot alongside Jaideep, he revealed it was the first time they met. He also confessed that he ‘hated’ himself on the first day, hinting that the beginning was much tougher than anticipated. In an interview with IMDb, Saif Ali Khan recalled his first day on the sets of Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins. He shared that shooting began at around 1 am and finished around 5 am.  The actor added, “It was the first time I met Jaideep. As usual, I hated myself because it was the first day. Sometimes, to be honest, I don’t know what I’m doing. I was a little nervous. A little tired. A little lost.” Saif also revealed that the emotional complexity of his role made him sign Jewel Thief. He described his character as a ‘rebellious guy’ who carved …

Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins Twitter Review: Read these 7 tweets before watching Saif Ali Khan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Nikita Dutta’s Netflix film

Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins Twitter Review: Read these 7 tweets before watching Saif Ali Khan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Nikita Dutta’s Netflix film

Netflix’s latest release, Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins, featuring Saif Ali Khan in the lead role, has been the talk of social media. Co-directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal, and backed by Siddharth Anand under the Marflix banner, the film arrived with a lot of expectations. But as it turns out, not everyone’s on the same page. Fans and first-time viewers have taken to X (formerly Twitter) to share their honest thoughts, and let’s just say, the verdict isn’t unanimous. One user took to X and wrote about the movie, saying, “Just waking up watching #JewelThief LITERALLY. Usually I don’t prefer sleeping in Day Time but Trust me Guys this #SaifAliKhan starrer worked as a Sleeping Pill for Me.” The tweet further added a quick piece of advice, “Re-watch Race instead but don’t waste your time in this.” These reactions suggest that some viewers found the pacing sluggish and the plot far from gripping, especially compared to Saif’s earlier hits. Still, there are those who appreciated Khan’s take on his character, Rehan Roy. A …

Jewel Thief on OTT: Saif Ali Khan-Jaideep Ahlawat’s heist film gets mixed reviews, from ‘forgettable’ to ‘mass hit’

Jewel Thief on OTT: Saif Ali Khan-Jaideep Ahlawat’s heist film gets mixed reviews, from ‘forgettable’ to ‘mass hit’

Apr 25, 2025 09:30 PM IST Saif Ali Khan-Jaideep Ahlawat’s much-awaited heist thriller Jewel Thief is here. But it has received a lukewarm response from audience on first day of release After being stabbed by a robber at his Bandra apartment, Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan made his comeback to our screens today with his new film Jewel Thief. The heist action thriller, which also stars Jaideep Ahlawat, Nikita Dutta and Kunal Kapoor, has been produced by Siddharth Anand and directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal. Jewel Thief took the digital route and soon after it was released today, audiences enjoyed a fun binge-watch session. Well, the verdict is here, according to which the Saif-starrer has sadly received a lukewarm response. Jewel Thief arrives on OTT Some fans have thoroughly enjoyed the heist action film. For instance, one social media user’s review read, “#JewelThief is a fun-filled heist film which works very well especially because of the twists and turns in the second half of the film. #SaifAliKhan is brilliant in the lead role …

Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins: Cast, plot, runtime; everything you need to know about upcoming OTT thriller

Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins: Cast, plot, runtime; everything you need to know about upcoming OTT thriller

The release of Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins is just around the corner. The trailer and the songs of the Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat-led film have created a lot of excitement among the audience. Ahead of the heist thriller’s OTT release, let’s take a look at the cast, plot, runtime, and all other important details that you should know about the movie before watching it. In Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins, Saif Ali Khan will be seen as a thief while Jaideep Ahlawat plays a crime lord. Nikita Dutta and Kunal Kapoor also feature in pivotal roles. The film is directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal. It is produced by Siddharth Anand and Mamta Anand under Marflix Pictures in their OTT debut. Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins is an action-packed movie with lots of thrill, suspense, and twists. It has been shot across stunning foreign locations. The 2-minute, 13-second trailer offered a peek into the gripping story. Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat’s characters are shown teaming up to …

Jewel Thief star Jaideep Ahlawat wants to steal THIS from Donald Trump, Christopher Nolan

Jewel Thief star Jaideep Ahlawat wants to steal THIS from Donald Trump, Christopher Nolan

The Jewel Thief cast shared insights on their roles, childhood theft stories, working styles, and experiences with co-stars in a fun, candid interview. In the latest episode of Spotlight With Smrity, the star cast of Jewel Thief, Jaideep Ahlawat, Nikita Dutta, and Kunal Kapoor, opened up about their roles, on-set chemistry, and childhood memories of getting caught stealing. The trio also playfully shared what they’d steal today if given a chance. Jaideep discussed the contrast in working with Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan, highlighting their unique approaches to acting. Nikita gave insights into both Saif’s and Jaideep’s working styles, emphasizing their professionalism and dedication. Kunal Kapoor addressed why he isn’t often seen on screen and spoke about his exciting experience working alongside megastar Chiranjeevi in Vishambhara. The conversation was filled with candid moments, laughter, and reflections, giving fans a deeper glimpse into the lives and minds of the Jewel Thief cast. The episode blends nostalgia, fun, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, making it a must-watch for fans of the actors and the film. Catch the …