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‘Ab sab dhandha hai’: Kitu Gidwani slams today’s TV as low quality, detests saas-bahu obsession

‘Ab sab dhandha hai’: Kitu Gidwani slams today’s TV as low quality, detests saas-bahu obsession

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One of the finest actors of Indian Television’s golden period, Kitu Gidwani, revisited a time when TV was not just watched, but deeply felt. Her memories trace an era when women-led narratives weren’t just common, they were the backbone of storytelling. Kitu Gidwani discussed the decline of strong female characters on Indian TV, contrasting them with iconic roles from the 80s and 90s that reflected societal changes, in a new podcast. Kitu opens up about when women solved real problems on Indian TV In a conversation with Oka Boka TV, Kitu said, “With Indian women characters, we don’t see any strong ones on TV like we had Rajni, Shanti, my Svetlana in Swabhiman… I don’t see them. We don’t see that central woman character, driving the whole serial,” Kitu said, pointing to a shift in how female protagonists are written today. The 1980s and 90s were marked by powerful, central female characters who drove entire narratives. Rajni (1985) was directed by Basu Chatterjee and starred Priya Tendulkar in the titular role. Rajni was a fearless …

Kangana Ranaut wants Karan Johar to act in her directorial, says ‘it will not be on saas-bahu ki chuglibaazi’ | Bollywood

Kangana Ranaut wants Karan Johar to act in her directorial, says ‘it will not be on saas-bahu ki chuglibaazi’ | Bollywood

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Jan 10, 2025 10:01 AM IST Kangana Ranaut famously said on Koffee with Karan in 2017 that she wants to see host Karan Johar as the villain of her biopic. Kangana Ranaut famously labelled Karan Johar the “flag-bearer of nepotism” on his chat show Koffee with Karan back in 2017. She said she sees the filmmaker as the villain of her potential biopic. Kangana claims she still wants to cast Karan in her directorial, but “in a very good role.” (Also Read – ‘It’s her foolishness’: Sonu Sood says he is not on talking terms with ‘not a bad person’ Kangana Ranaut) Kangana Ranaut wants to cast Karan Johar in her directorial. What Kangana said On her recent appearance on singing reality show Indian Idol 15, Kangana was asked if she’d still act in a movie produced by Karan’s banner Dharma Productions given their ongoing cold war, Kangana laughed and responded, “I’m sorry to say, but Karan sir ko mere saath movie karna chahiye (should do a movie with me). I’ll give him a very …

Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Denise Jonas are saas-bahu goals; these pictures are all the proof you need

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently celebrated her brother Siddharth Chopra’s 35th birthday in Mumbai. But here’s an interesting fact you may not know! Siddharth actually shares his birthday with Priyanka’s mother-in-law, Denise Jonas. In her Instagram birthday wishes, PeeCee extended her heartfelt sentiments to both her brother and Denise, celebrating their special day together. Priyanka Chopra Jonas with her mother-in-law, Denise Jonas Regarding the actor and her MIL, their relationship is as far from the traditional saas-bahu bond as it can get. On the Got It From My Momma Podcast, Denise had nothing but praise for her daughter-in-law saying, “I love all my daughters-in-law, and their parents, all of their parents. I feel like we have a good relationship with each of them, they are really good people… I mean they are remarkably beautiful in person but they are such lovely women. I’m so blessed, grateful.” The two share a tremendously wholesome relationship. In an old interview about how she manages her career while raising her daughter, Priyanka said, “I can’t go to work without her …

Kareena Kapoor, Sharmila Tagore are saas-bahu goals in new ad. Watch | Bollywood

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Fans were in for a pleasant surprise on Wednesday morning when Kareena Kapoor took to her Instagram handle to share a new ad featuring herself and her mother-in-law, veteran actor Sharmila Tagore. Their collaboration was for a décor brand, MyTrident Home. (Also read: Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan share a kiss in front of paparazzi; internet calls them ‘couple goals’. Watch) Sharmila Tagore and Kareena Kapoor in a new advertisement. Kareena and Sharmila seen together for the first time In the new minute-long ad, Kareena and Sharmila are seen having a fun morning inside their respective rooms in the huge palace. Clad in robes, both women dance to their own rhythm while making sure the room looks tidy.  Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India’s general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Download Now! Kareena was in a blue robe whereas Sharmila looked graceful in a light brown one. As they finally meet on the breakfast table, both complement each other on their beautiful robes and start their day on a …

Director Homi Adajania Says His Cluelessness About The Saas-Bahu Genre Inspired Him To Make The Show

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Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo: Director Homi Adajania Reveals What Inspired Him To Make The Show ( Photo Credit – IANS ) ‘Saas Bahu aur Flamingo’ director Homi Adajania spoke about his show and choosing the saas-bahu genre, which, for him, was new. However, he has given his own twist to the web series and tried to make it look fresh and different from usual dramas. Homi said: “I have known of their popularity, but never been familiar with the saas-bahu genre, though I guess that’s where the name ‘Saas Bahu aur Flamingo’ came from. For me, it was always a story about the women in a very unique family running a drug cartel without the men in the family even knowing about it.” The show is all about giving a new dimension to mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationship, and an attempt to redefine it. Homi Adajania, who is known for ‘Cocktail‘, ‘Finding Fanny’, ‘Being Cyrus’, ‘My Choice’, ‘Angrezi Medium’, and many more, added further about the show: “When the men get involved, it becomes a story …

‘Saas Bahu aur Flamingo’ to showcase progressive dynamics of saas-bahu relation

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‘Saas Bahu aur Flamingo’ To Showcase Progressive Dynamics Of Saas-Bahu Relation( Photo Credit – Show Still ) The upcoming streaming series, ‘Saas Bahu aur Flamingo,’ the teaser of which was unveiled on Wednesday, will present the dynamics of saas-bahu relationship in a new way with four women running a business empire and owning the power game. The series boasts of a stellar female cast including Dimple Kapadia, Radhika Madan, Angira Dhar, and Isha Talwar along with a talented ensemble comprising of Ashish Verma, Varun Mitra, Udit Arora, Deepak Dobriyal, and Monica Dogra. Actress Dimple Kapadia said in a statement: “‘Saas Bahu aur Flamingo’ is difficult for me to explain as a journey because it’s not like anything I have seen or done before. When tragedy strikes and the world turns its back on her, Savitri doesn’t curl up and die, but rises from the ashes and creates her own destiny. This is what I love about her character. She owns her alternate sense of morality. Trust is the only currency she deals in. Savitri is …

`Saas, Bahu aur Flamingo` tells new age story of `saas-bahu`

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The soon to release streaming series `Saas, Bahu aur Flamingo`, which aims to redefine the perception of `saas-bahu` relationship will feature the terrific line-up of Bollywood actors Dimple Kapadia, Radhika Madan, Angira Dhar, Isha Talwar, Deepak Dobriyal and Monica Dogra. Talking about the series, Dimple Kapadia said: “`Saas, Bahu Aur Flamingo` is a story of what makes ordinary people extraordinary in a world full of passion and chaos. It`s a bunch of bad-ass women telling a narrative which is often played only by male characters and believe me, it`s got some of the most colourful characters you`ll ever see. The show is as wild as my crazy Director, Homi Adajania`s mind. He has flipped a family drama on it`s head giving us such a captivating binge-watch.” The series will tell the story of a mother-in-law who is unapologetically hardcore, and daughters-in-law who are steadfast and formidable. Also read: Tuesday Trivia: Dimple Kapadia would bathe in cold water each morning during the shoot of `Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar` Director and Creator Homi Adajania said in a statement, …

Karan Sharma on Sasural Simar Ka 2 going from saas-bahu to fantasy

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Almost two years after a successful run, the makers of Sasural Simar Ka 2 have changed the plot, and are currently moving into the supernatural space. Karan Sharma, who became a household name after shows including Ek Nayi Pehchaan and Pavitra Rishta, believes it is a natural progression. `Generally, saas-bahu dramas will not add supernatural elements unless the [original] story is over, or they wish to experiment. Audiences are enjoying the genre, [as seen with] Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, Bhediya, and Kantara. We believe the audience will enjoy the mix of drama and fantasy [on television also] as long as it is justified,” says the actor, who was originally set to be part of the first season, but things didn’t materialise. When Sharma received the `last-minute` call to join the cast of Sasural Simar Ka 2, the actor was thrilled. He believed that the universe wanted him to be part of the show. `I had just wrapped up a short film in Dehradun, where I was playing an army officer. Within an hour of the mock …

‘Saasu Maa’ Neetu Kapoor Pens A Cute Birthday Wish For ‘Bahurani’ Sending Major ‘Saas-Bahu’ Goals!

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‘Bahurani’ Alia gets the sweetest birthday wish from ‘saas’ Neetu ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) Actress Alia Bhatt turned 30 on Wednesday and her mother-in-law, Neetu Kapoor had the sweetest birthday wish for her “bahurani”. Neetu took to Instagram story, where she shared a photograph of the actress and new mother, Alia. “Happy birthday bahurani Only love n more love,” Neetu Kapoor wrote as the caption while wishing Alia Bhatt on her birthday. Check out Neetu Kapoor’s wish for Alia Bhatt here: ‘Bahurani’ Alia gets the sweetest birthday wish from ‘saas’ Neetu Alia Bhatt’s half-sister Pooja Bhatt, too, shared a slew of pictures featuring the birthday girl, herself and their father Mahesh Bhatt. Pooja captioned the images: “Happy International Alia Bhatt Day”. On the work front, Alia Bhatt will next be seen in ‘Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani’, which also stars Ranveer Singh, Shabana Azmi and Dharmendra. That apart she’s all set to make her Hollywood debut alongside Gal Gadot in ‘Heart Of Stone.’ The Karan Johar-directed romantic comedy will hit theatres in …