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Shabana Azmi asks Sonam Wangchuk to end hunger strike: ‘Ladai aage tak ladni hai’ | Bollywood News

Shabana Azmi asks Sonam Wangchuk to end hunger strike: ‘Ladai aage tak ladni hai’ | Bollywood News

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A day after celebrities like Zeenat Aman, Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak, and Omi Vaidya extended support to Sonam Wanchuk’s ongoing hunger strike, more of them from the Hindi film industry joined the chorus. These included veteran actors Shabana Azmi and Soni Razdan, actors Abhay Deol and Shreya Dhanwanthary, television actor Rubina Dilaik, and lyricists Swanand Kirkire and Varun Grover among others. Shabana took to her Instagram handle on Tuesday evening and shared the viral picture of the environmentalist looking weak and pale on the ongoing hunger strike. “Dear Sonam Wangchuk, our country gravely needs a person like you. You’re standing against injustice, in favour of the truth. We’re all very proud of you,” she wrote in the caption. “That’s why we request you to end your hunger strike because your guidance really encourages our students. Yeh ladayi aage tak ladni hai (We need to fight this for a long time). For that, it’s important you stay healthy. We’re all with you,” added the actor. In the past, Shabana has advocated in favour of slum rehabilitation …

Soni Razdan says ‘dyed my hair black’ to fit into Shyam Benegal’s Smita-Shabana prototype | Bollywood News

Soni Razdan says ‘dyed my hair black’ to fit into Shyam Benegal’s Smita-Shabana prototype | Bollywood News

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2 min readMumbaiJul 8, 2026 08:18 AM IST Soni Razdan was among a long list of talented and accomplished women actors in the 1970s and 1980s who barely got the chance to play the lead in a film directed by late legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who died a couple of years ago. Others included Deepti Naval, Ratna Pathak, Supriya Pathak, and Neena Gupta, who despite being key members of India’s parallel cinema movement, didn’t get to do enough work with Benegal, the leader of that movement. The filmmaker was largely fixated on Shabana Azmi and Smita Patil as his choice of the leading lady. Soni admits that given she was the daughter of a German mother, her chances were slim to begin with. “The way I looked, especially in those days, was a complete anomaly to the Smita-Shabana prototype. I guess that was what he wanted,” she tells SCREEN. But that doesn’t mean she never tried. “I remember I dyed my hair black so that I could look more like that, but he didn’t think …

Shabana Azmi remembers Pestonjee director’s sense of humour

Shabana Azmi remembers Pestonjee director’s sense of humour

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It’s almost impossible to condense Vijaya Mehta’s illustrious career and her rich personality into a few words. Many of the theatre doyen’s colleagues used the term “trailblazer” to describe her, following her demise on June 30 after battling a prolonged illness. But to Shabana Azmi, Mehta will always be that director who had a unique way of making her actors feel relaxed.     “In spite of her towering talent as an actor, she was a poor narrator of jokes. She inevitably messed up the punch line,” Azmi told mid-day, remembering her Pestonjee (1988) director. “Her son Deven would wring his hands in despair, but she would carry on undaunted, till she confessed, ‘Arre, mee main line visrun geli!’ It was her way of making her intimidated actors relax.”  (L-R) Shabana Azmi and Kirron Kher in ‘Pestonjee’ Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Emraan Hashmi returns as Shivam Pandit after 19 years

Emraan Hashmi returns as Shivam Pandit after 19 years

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For 19 years, fans haven’t just loved Emraan Hashmi’s Awarapan, keeping Shivam Pandit alive through their unwavering love, endless conversations, and constant demand for his return. From unveiling the logo to offering a glimpse into the soul of Awarapan and its timeless musical world, producer Vishesh Bhatt has made sure every reveal honours the legacy fans have cherished for nearly two decades. And now, with the teaser finally out, Awarapan 2 promises the return of the soul-stirring cinematic experience fans have long been waiting for. Awarapan 2 teaser out Marking the 19th anniversary of the cult classic Awarapan, the teaser of Awarapan 2 gives fans their first glimpse of Shivam Pandit after 19 long years. It follows a man drowning in grief and loss, searching for a purpose to keep going. Narrated in Emraan Hashmi’s voice as Shivam himself, the teaser offers a deeply personal insight into his state of mind, making every moment linger long after it ends. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All …

Awarapan 2 teaser: Emraan Hashmi’s Shivam is back from the dead for a renewed purpose | Bollywood News

Awarapan 2 teaser: Emraan Hashmi’s Shivam is back from the dead for a renewed purpose | Bollywood News

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3 min readMumbaiJun 29, 2026 02:31 PM IST Awarapan 2 teaser: After starring in romantic thrillers like Mohit Suri’s Murder 2 (2011), Kunal Deshmukh’s Jannat 2, Vikram Bhatt’s Raaz 3 (2012) and Raaz: Reboot (2016), Emraan Hashmi is reuniting with Mukesh Bhatt and son Vishesh Bhatt’s Vishesh Films yet again for another highly-anticipated sequel, Awarapan 2. It’s the follow-up to Emraan and Mohit’s 2007 cult crime drama. The sequel is directed by Nitin Kakkar and written by Bilal Siddiqi. On the film’s 19th anniversary, the makers unveiled the first teaser of Awarapan 2. What’s in the Awarapan 2 teaser? The teaser starts with Emraan’s henchman character Shivam betraying his own death. At the end of Awarapan, Emraan is killed in a gunfight, and is then seen reuniting with his dead girlfriend Aaliyah (Shriya Saran) in heaven. But the teaser of Awarapan 2 places him back on Earth, with Shivam’s voiceover explaining, “Some people’s stories don’t end as per their will. Sometimes, their stories are written for others.” We then see Shivam get separated from Aaliyah yet …

‘I was so angry and jealous’: Sonali Kulkarni on when Tabu won National Award for Maachis | Bollywood News

‘I was so angry and jealous’: Sonali Kulkarni on when Tabu won National Award for Maachis | Bollywood News

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4 min readMumbaiJun 26, 2026 08:09 AM IST Back in 1997, Tabu won her maiden National Award for Best Actress for Gulzar’s 1996 period political thriller Maachis. Before that, she was largely known as a mainstream star, having starred in hits like K Raghavendra Rao’s 1991 Telugu action romance Coolie No. 1 and Raj Kanwar’s Jeet (1996). But Maachis emerged as a game-changer for her, also establishing her as a formidable performer. However, Sonali Kulkarni, who was also in the running for the National Award that year for Amol Palekar’s critically acclaimed directorial Daayra (1996), lost out on the honour. She admits now that more than being “hopeful” for the next one, she was “angry and jealous” of the outcome that year. “I was jealous of everyone who were winning awards,” confesses Sonali on the latest edition of Screen Spotlight. “Every year, my films were considered as the best chosen films in the final rounds of the National Awards. And every year after year, I was getting disappointed. And that was the time when I …

Shabana Azmi enjoys special musical evening with Javed Akhtar and Shankar Mahadevan

Shabana Azmi enjoys special musical evening with Javed Akhtar and Shankar Mahadevan

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Veteran actress Shabana Azmi on Saturday shared a heartwarming glimpse of a special musical moment, where she was serenaded by two of her favourite people. Taking to Instagram, she offered a peek into the intimate and joyful gathering. Shabana posted a candid image featuring her and her husband Javed Akhtar, along with singer Shankar Mahadevan. In the photo, Javed and Shankar can be seen smiling while holding microphones in their hands. Shabana is seen beaming with joy as she sits between them. Alongside the picture, she wrote, “How wonderful to be serenaded by two of my favourite people jaduakhtar shankar.mahadevan.” Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi bring an emotional tale of partition

Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi bring an emotional tale of partition

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The teaser of Batwara 1947 offers a powerful look at India’s independence and Partition, highlighting courage and resilience amid tragedy. Starring Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, and Preity Zinta, the Rajkumar Santoshi directorial is set for release on August 14, 2026 Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Batwara 1947’s first look posters: Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Preity Zinta lead Partition-era drama | Bollywood News

Batwara 1947’s first look posters: Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Preity Zinta lead Partition-era drama | Bollywood News

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3 min readBengaluruJun 17, 2026 03:15 PM IST The makers of Batwara 1947 have unveiled the film’s character posters, introducing audiences to the people at the heart of the Partition-era drama. The first look posters introduce us with character played by Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Preity Zinta, Ali Fazal, Karan Deol,  and Abhimanyu Singh. Batwara 1947 look posters Sharing the posters on social media, the team wrote, “In a world torn apart, their story was a testament to courage. Meet the people who lived through it all.” The film is slated to release in theatres on August 14. The newly released posters spotlight the ensemble cast, including Shabana Azmi, Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Ali Fazal, Karan Deol, Khushi Hajare, Kanikka Kapur and Abhimanyu Singh. The posters portray characters who endured one of history’s most turbulent periods, showcasing their strength and determination as they navigated a world divided by conflict. Set against the backdrop of the 1947 Partition, Batwara 1947 seeks to bring to life stories of ordinary people navigating extraordinary circumstances. The posters emphasize themes …

Have you heard? Tamannaah Bhatia calls Sidharth Malhotra heartthrob; Anupam Kher visits DDLJ station

Have you heard? Tamannaah Bhatia calls Sidharth Malhotra heartthrob; Anupam Kher visits DDLJ station

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City heartthrobs At the Mumbai Comic Con 2026, Tamannaah Bhatia and Sidharth Malhotra promoted their upcoming film, ‘Vvan: Force of the Forest’. On the stage, Tamannaah praised her co-star Sid, by saying, “I think he is India’s heartthrob. I cannot tell you the number of friends and friends’ nieces who called me, excited that I was working with Sid.” Sidharth, meanwhile, waved and interacted warmly with fans. The film, helmed by Deepak Kumar Mishra of ‘Panchayat’ fame, releases in cinemas on August 28. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link