Raj Kapoor, the legendary filmmaker, is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential personalities in the history of Indian cinema, delivered cinematic masterpieces throughout his illustrious career. These films were adorned with evergreen songs that continue to bridge generations. The songs in his films are true cinematic and melodic masterpieces that resonate with audiences even years later. On Raj Kapoor's birth centenary, we take a nostalgic journey through the timeless songs of this legendary filmmaker. Raj Kapoor's evergreen films feature the most iconic songs Jeena Yahan Marna Yahan is a Raj Kapoor classic from the iconic film Mera Naam Joker. Sung by Mukesh, this song embodies the essence of life’s complexities and internal struggles. Decades later, it remains the perfect anthem of resilience, inspiring generations to persevere through life’s challenges. Dost Dost Na Raha from the evergreen film Sangam captures the bittersweet essence of friendship. Sung by Mukesh, this heartfelt track resonates deeply even today, proving its timeless appeal. Pyar Hua Iqrar Hua sees Raj Kapoor striking an eternal chord with audiences through this romantic song from Shree 420. Sung by the legendary Lata Mangeshkar and Manna Dey, and composed by Shankar-Jaikishan, this iconic track reflects the innocence and complexity of love. Ek Din Bik Jayega Mati Ke Mol from the film Dharam Karam is a soulful and reflective song. Sung by Mukesh and Sushma Shrestha, it reminds listeners to cherish each moment and embrace the fleeting nature of life. Jahaan Main Jaati Hoon from the classic film Chori Chori is one of Raj Kapoor’s most playfully romantic songs. Sung by Lata Mangeshkar and Manna Dey, it beautifully captures the essence of youthful love and remains a favorite on romantic playlists even today. Kisi Ki Muskurahaton Pe Ho Nisaar from Raj Kapoor's 1959 film Anari carries an important message about loving everyone and enjoying the little joys of life. The song, voiced by Mukesh, focuses on living life happily by appreciating small moments and making an effort to bring happiness to others through kind gestures. Recently, Ranbir Kapoor, the grandson of the legendary filmmaker, mentioned that this was the first song he introduced to his daughter, Raha. The actor shared this in a candid conversation at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.
13 December,2024 10:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRaj Kapoor was one of the most iconic and legendary actors Indian cinema could ever have. The actor delivered some of the greatest hits like Mera Naam Joker, Barsaat, Awaara, and Shree 420. December 14 marks Raj Kapoor's 100th birth anniversary, and on this occasion, we are here to share a fascinating fact about the GOAT actor that will leave you surprised. For decades, Raj Kapoor has been synonymous with "iconic," but what if we told you Raj Kapoor was not his real name? Shocked? Yes, you read that right—Raj Kapoor is the legendary actor's stage name. What is Raj Kapoor's real name? Raj Kapoor's birth name was Ranbir Raj Kapoor (Raj was the given middle name for all his brothers). Interestingly, his grandson Ranbir Kapoor shares his first name with him. Born on December 14, 1924, to Prithviraj Kapoor in Peshawar (now Pakistan), Raj Kapoor made his official acting debut with the 1947 film Neel Kamal and went on to become "the greatest showman of Indian cinema." He made a mark as an actor with films like Shree 420, Awaara, and Barsaat. Another interesting fact about Raj Kapoor is that he became the youngest filmmaker of his time when he made his directorial debut with Aag (1948), featuring himself alongside Nargis, Kamini Kaushal, and Premnath. When Raj Kapoor passed away in 1988, he was in the midst of working on a film titled Henna. The project was later completed by his sons, Randhir and Rishi Kapoor, and released in 1991. Raj Kapoor (1924–1988) is regarded as one of the most global filmmakers India has had, leaving an indelible mark on world cinema. Fondly referred to as 'The Greatest Showman', Kapoor was a filmmaker, actor, and producer who built an unparalleled legacy through his storytelling and vision. Raj Kapoor Film Festival On the momentous occasion of the 100th birth anniversary of the legendary Raj Kapoor, R.K. Films, Film Heritage Foundation, and NFDC-National Film Archive of India, proudly present Raj Kapoor 100 –Celebrating the Centenary of the Greatest Showman. This grand retrospective will showcase ten iconic films by the celebrated producer, director, and actor across 40 cities and 135 cinemas in India from December 13 to December 15, 2024.
13 December,2024 09:52 PM IST | MumbaiOn the momentous occasion of the 100th birth anniversary of the legendary Raj Kapoor, R.K. Films, Film Heritage Foundation, and NFDC-National Film Archive of India, proudly present Raj Kapoor 100 –Celebrating the Centenary of the Greatest Showman. This grand retrospective will showcase ten iconic films by the celebrated producer, director, and actor across 40 cities and 135 cinemas in India from December 13 to December 15, 2024. The screenings will take place at PVR-Inox and Cinepolis cinemas, ensuring that audiences can experience this tribute in state-of-the-art venues nationwide. In a gesture befitting this milestone, movie tickets will be priced at just Rs 100 across all participating cinemas, making the celebration as inclusive and memorable as the stories Raj Kapoor told on screen. This special pricing also reflects the accessibility and inclusivity that Kapoor championed through hisfilms. Raj Kapoor and his legacy Raj Kapoor (1924–1988) is regarded as one of the most global filmmakers India has had, leaving an indelible mark on world cinema. Fondly referred to as 'The Greatest Showman', Kapoor was a filmmaker, actor, and producer who built an unparalleled legacy through his storytelling and vision. Bornto Prithviraj Kapoor, he carved his own identity, beginning as a child actor in 'Inquilab' (1935) and later founding the iconic R.K. Films studio in 1948. His films explored the pulse of post-Partition India, the dreams of the common man, and the rural-urban divide. With enduring classics like Awaara (1951), Shree 420 (1955), Sangam (1964), and Mera Naam Joker (1970), Kapoor’s cinema became synonymous with emotion, innovation, and humanism. His iconictramp character, inspired by Charlie Chaplin, resonated worldwide, especially in the Soviet Union, where he remains a celebrated figure. Kapoor’s accolades include the Padma Bhushan (1971), the Dadasaheb Phalke Award (1988), and numerous Filmfare Awards. His films like Awaara and Boot Polish competed at the Cannes Film Festival, and Jagte Raho won the Crystal Globe at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. “Raj Kapoor was not just a filmmaker; he was a visionary who shaped the emotional landscape of Indian cinema. His stories are more than just films; they are powerful, emotional journeys that connect generations of viewers. This festival is our humble tribute to the greatness of his vision.” – Randhir Kapoor, Actor and Filmmaker “We take immense pride in being members of the Raj Kapoor family. Our generation stands on the shoulders of a giant whose films captured the spirit of their time and gave a voice to the common man over decades. His timeless stories continue to inspire, and this festival is our way of honoring that magic and inviting everyone to experience his legacy on the big screen. See you at the movies!” said Ranbir Kapoor. The festival will feature Raj Kapoor’s most celebrated works, spanning almost four decades, including: • Aag (1948)• Barsaat (1949)• Awaara (1951)• Shree 420 (1955)• Jagte Raho (1956)• Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai (1960)• Sangam (1964)• Mera Naam Joker (1970)• Bobby (1973)• Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985) Join cinephiles from December 13 to 15, 2024, to relive the timeless charm of Raj Kapoor’s universe and celebrate the extraordinary legacy of India’s Greatest Showman.
13 December,2024 09:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRadhika Apte has announced the birth of her first baby with the sweetest post. The actress, who announced her pregnancy at the BFI London Film Festival on Wednesday, has now shared a post featuring her posing with her little munchkin as she breastfeeds the baby. In the picture, Apte is seen sitting on a cozy bed with her little one in her arms. The actress is wearing a black turtleneck sweater, while her baby is dressed in a green knitted sweater. The actress revealed through her caption that it has been one week since she delivered her little bundle of joy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Radhika (@radhikaofficial) Radhika Apte announces birth of her baby While sharing the picture, Radhika Apte wrote, "First work meeting back after birth with our one-week-old at my breast #breastfeeding #mothersatwork #averybeautifulchapter #bliss @benedmusic ♥️". As soon as Radhika dropped the picture, fans and friends started congratulating her. One wrote, "Apte. You powerhouse of a superstar! Blessss." "Welcome to the world, little one," another wrote. Actor Divyendu wrote, "Awww.. ❤️❤️ congratulations." Meanwhile, Zoya Akhtar wrote "congratulations" in the comment section. "Lots and lots of (happy emojis)," Shweta Tripathi commented. About Radhika Apte and her husband Benedict Radhika Apte met her husband Benedict Taylor in London in 2011 while she was on a year-long break to study contemporary dance. In October 2012, her friend and director Sarang Sathaye revealed that the couple had been living together for some time. They had a legal wedding a month before their official ceremony, which was planned for March 2013. About Radhika Apte's work front Radhika Apte, born on September 7, 1985, is an Indian actress known for her work in Hindi, Bengali, English, Tamil, Telugu, and Marathi films. She has earned several awards and was the first Indian actress to receive an International Emmy Award nomination. While she’s known for her roles in independent films, she has also starred in mainstream hits like the Tamil action movie Kabali (2016), the Hindi biopic Pad Man (2018), and the black comedy Andhadhun (2018), all of which were box office successes.
13 December,2024 07:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentD Gukesh made history on Thursday by becoming the youngest-ever World Champion in chess, beating Ding Liren of China in the 14-game match. The 18-year-old from Chennai capitalised on a blunder by Ding in the winner-takes-all 14th game to dethrone the champion, winning the match 7.5 to 6.5 and becoming only the second Indian to win the World Chess Champion. Soon after his win, social media was flooded with congratulatory messages from well-known faces. Personalities from the Indian film industry also took to social media to congratulate Gukesh D for his historic win. From Kangana Ranaut, S.S. Rajamouli, Amitabh Bachchan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Ayushmaan Khurrana and Jr. NTR among many others heaped praise on D Gukesh after his historic victory at the World Chess Championship. Celebrities congratulate Gukesh D Amitabh Bachchan wrote on X, "T 5222 - Gukesh D world champion chess .. the youngest in the World .. you have made us all so proud .. 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳because of you the entire World salutes INDIA ..JAI HIND". T 5222 - Gukesh D world champion chess .. the youngest in the World .. you have made us all so proud .. 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳because of you the entire World salutes INDIA ..JAI HIND pic.twitter.com/lx8LgFyRfl — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) December 12, 2024 S.S Rajamouli wrote: “INDIA MAKES ITS MOVE AGAIN! Congratulations @DGukesh on becoming the world’s youngest chess champion and making the nation proud on the global stage. Jai Hind!” Chiranjeevi Konidela said, “WOW!!!! Just WOW !!! My heart swells with pride Dear @DGukesh !!! What A Phenomenal Feat!! India is Absolutely Proud of you!! 18th World Chess Champion at the Age of 18 & Only The 2nd Indian in History!!!! Above ALL Becoming the Youngest World Champion EVER!!!! India Rising Mera Bharat Mahaan !!!” Calling it a historic day for India, Kangana Ranaut wrote, “Wow!! a wonderful and historic day for Indian chess. The country is immensely proud of young #gukeshdommaraju, who becomes the youngest chess player (18 years old) to win the World Chess Championship #woldchampion.” A proud Jackie Shroff penned: “D. Gukesh makes India proud by winning the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship, becoming the youngest ever world chess champion. Congratulations” D. Gukesh makes India proud by winning the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship🇮🇳, becoming the youngest ever world chess champion.Congratulations 🙌 @DGukesh#WorldChessChampion pic.twitter.com/VsR3QU7XuU — Jackie Shroff (@bindasbhidu) December 12, 2024 Jr. NTR wished Gukesh “many more victories.” He wrote: “Grand salute to @DGukesh, India's prodigy and the world's youngest chess champion. Here's to many more victories on your journey to greatness. Keep shining!” A grand salute to @DGukesh, India's prodigy and the world's youngest chess champion. Here's to many more victories on your journey to greatness. Keep shining! — Jr NTR (@tarak9999) December 12, 2024 Ayushmann Khurrana just posted a news article which mentioned:, “India's Gukesh Dommaraju Becomes Youngest Chess World Champion at 18.” Ranveer Singh also reacted to Gukesh's win and put out a sweet story for him. Gukesh D gets emotional after big win Overwhelmed with emotions after his victory, Gukesh termed it the "best moment of his life" during the post-match press conference. Gukesh also spoke about an emotional phone call with his mother after his victory, saying, "We were both crying." The young lad was in tears as he finished the game. He stepped out and hugged his father first and started crying in joy. Reflecting on his journey, Gukesh said he has faith in God and credited divine intervention for his success, which saw him go from failing to qualify for the 2024 FIDE Candidates Tournament to winning it and ultimately claiming the Chess World Championship title. To the youth, Gukesh offered a simple message: "Keep enjoying chess. You will achieve your dream one day."
13 December,2024 03:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPushpa 2: The Rule actor Allu Arjun has been arrested in connection with the death of a 35-year-old woman, Revathi, during a stampede at Sandhya Theatre on December 4, at the premiere show of the much-awaited film. Following his arrest, actor Varun Dhawan, who is promoting his upcoming film Baby John, has come out in support of Allu Arjun and expressed his thoughts on the devastating incident. While extending his condolences to the grieving family, Varun mentioned that it is unfair to solely blame one person for such an event. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) Varun Dhawan on stampede case Varun Dhawan, currently busy with the promotions of his upcoming action drama Baby John, addressed the media at an event. Speaking about Allu Arjun’s connection to the case, Varun said, "Har cheez ek actor apne par nahi le sakta hai. We can tell people around us. Jo hadhsa hua hai vo bohot dardnak hai, and I send my condolences, but at the same time blame mein sirf ek insaan par nahi dal sakta." What Allu Arjun Said About the Tragic Incident On December 6, Allu Arjun announced financial assistance of Rs 25 lakh for the deceased's family and expressed that he was "deeply heartbroken." The actor assured the grieving family that he would meet them personally and provide every possible form of support. He also promised to cover the medical expenses of a boy who remains in critical condition following the incident. "Deeply heartbroken by the tragic incident at Sandhya Theatre. My heartfelt condolences go out to the grieving family during this unimaginably difficult time. I want to assure them they are not alone in this pain and will meet the family personally. While respecting their need for space to grieve, I stand committed to extending every possible assistance to help them navigate through this challenging journey," Allu Arjun wrote on social media platform X. Recently, at the success meet of the film, Allu Arjun addressed the issue once again. He said, "The incident that took place in the Sandhya Theatre is very unfortunate... I’m shocked. It took me hours to process it and respond to the incident. I couldn’t process it psychologically—it took me around 10 hours. We all blanked out when we heard the news. Sukumar sir also got extremely emotional. I will personally meet them later. We will always be there and try to support the family."
13 December,2024 03:54 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentShah Rukh Khan’s famous dialogue – ‘Haar ke jeetne wale ko baazigar kehte hain’ – was born of a Formula 2 car racing scene in the film Baazigar (1993). Despite ample car and bike chase sequences in Indian movies, very few have based their storyline on this high-risk sport. Saif Ali Khan did play a professional car racer in Ta Ra Rum Pum (2007) but the movie was hardly watchable. John Abraham making a film on bike racing John Abraham has been planning a film on bike racing for a long time. He had earlier said that Ajay Kapoor would be producing the film, to be directed by Rensil D'Silva. The film is set to roll next year, John told Mid-day at the Indian racing Festival. He is probably the best person to make a film on the sport since he has been a passionate biker, in real life and in one of his most successful films, Dhoom (2004). He also co-owns the team Goa Aces which won the title at the 2024 Indian Racing League (IRL) at the Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore. “I needed an excuse to get into motor racing,” John told Mid-day in Coimbatore. “Here I am the co-owner of a fantastic racing team. I want to do a film on motorcycle racing, that’s starting next year, probably in August or September. It’s in the Isle of Man." Isle of Man has been the hub of motorsports for over a century now, with the Tourist Trophy, an annual motorcycle racing event, being held there since 1907. John making his own helmet line "I'm lucky that I can merge my sporting passion into films,” John continues. “And I can use my film star status in sports. I can influence youngsters to get into more sports, be it motorcycle racing or formula racing. Honestly, if you see the number of deaths on the roads in India, if you have a passion for speed, a race track is the safest place to do it. I’d encourage youngsters that listen, ‘You want to drive a great car or a motorcycle, do it on a track.’ There’s no point going fast on the roads, which is why I am also developing my own helmet line,” said the actor who has always been vocal about road safety.
13 December,2024 12:09 PM IST | Mumbai | Bohni BandyopadhyayYash Raj Films’ Mardaani is the biggest solo female-led franchise in Hindi cinema that has garnered love and acclaim over 10 years now! The blockbuster franchise has received unanimous love from people and has attained a cult status amongst cine-lovers. Today, on the release anniversary of Mardaani 2, YRF officially announced that it is making Mardaani 3 with Rani Mukerji again essaying the character of a daredevil cop Shivani Shivaji Roy. One of Indian cinema’s finest actors ever, Rani Mukerji, is the only actress to have a blockbuster franchise as a solo lead to her credit with Mardaani! The wait is over! #RaniMukerji is back as the fierce Shivani Shivaji Roy in #Mardaani3. In cinemas 2026. #AbhirajMinawala | #AdityaChopra pic.twitter.com/Yc1Zw1auDA — Yash Raj Films (@yrf) December 13, 2024 Rani Mukerji talks about Mardaani 3 Rani says, “I’m thrilled to announce that we are starting shooting of Mardaani 3 in April 2025! It is always special to wear the police uniform and play a character that has only given me love. I’m proud to essay the character of this feisty cop again in Mardaani 3 as a tribute to all the unsung, brave, self-sacrificing cops who work tirelessly every single day to keep us safe.” Rani reveals Mardaani 3 will take the adrenaline rush several notches higher than the previous films! She says, “When we set out to make Mardaani 3, we were hoping that we find a script that would take the experience of watching a Mardaani franchise film higher. I am really excited about what we have at hand and I’m only hoping that the audience too feels the same after watching Mardaani 3 in theatres!” Rani adds, “Mardaani is an extremely loved franchise and we have a certain responsibility to deliver to the expectation that people have. We will do our best to live up to this. Mardaani 3 is dark, deadly and brutal. So, I’m intrigued to find out the response of the people towards our film. I hope they shower this film with the same amount of love that they have always given.” Writer and director of Mardaani 3 Mardaani 3 will see Aditya Chopra empower two talents from its direction and writing team to creatively collaborate and take forward the legacy of the franchise. Aayush Gupta of The Railway Men fame has written the script of Mardaani 3. With The Railway Men, Aayush debuted on streaming as a screenplay and story writer and saw meteoric success as the series was a global success and also went on to become the best ever series from India. His gut-wrenching and hard-hitting edgy writing was lauded worldwide. Mardaani 3 will be directed by Abhiraj Minawala, who has also been groomed by YRF. His potential was spotted by Aditya Chopra who first empowered him to assist on films like Band Baaja Baarat, Gunday, Sultan, Jab Tak Hai Jaan, Tiger 3 to name a few. Abhiraj is currently the Associate Director of War 2 and is now being trusted by the company to take over the reins of the blockbuster Mardaani franchise.
13 December,2024 12:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAnushka Sharma and Virat Kohli celebrated their seventh wedding anniversary on Wednesday, December 11. On Friday, the couple who are currently in Brisbane, Australia took to social media to share a glimpse of their best day ever'. Anushka shared a picture of a half-eaten puff. The second picture featured her and Virat where the latter can be seen holding a french fry. The actress can be seen wearing an ear-shaped hairband. "Bandit and chilli," she captioned the picture referring to the popular cartoon characters. The characters are from the cartoon series Bluey. Bandit and Chili are parents to the titular character and his younger sister Bingo. It's only befitting that Anushka and Virat called themselves Chilli and Bandit as the couple like the cartoon characters have a son and daughter. Anushka, Virat in Australia Anushka Sharma is currently in Australia with Virat Kohli accompanying him as he plays the Border-Gavaskar trophy matches. The third Test of the series is set to begin on December 14 at the Brisbane Cricket Ground. Recently, during one of the Test matches it was speculated that Anushka and Virat's son Akaay was captured on TV. The couple has been conscious about not revealing the faces of their kids. A video that went viral showed Anushka cheering for Virat after he scored a century. Many assumed the child seen behind Anushka in the video was Akaay. However, Virat's sister, Bhawna Kohli Dhingra, clarified the misunderstanding through her Instagram Stories. She wrote, "Have been seeing Virat and Anushka's friend's daughter being mistaken for Akaay on social media. The child in the picture is not our Akaay.. thank you." Virat and Anushka tied the knot on December 11, 2017 in Italy. The duo was blessed with Vamika on January 11, 2021. The couple was tight-lipped about their second pregnancy. On February 15, 2024, they became parents to son Akaay. Why Virushka do not show their kids' face After the birth of their daughter Vamika in 2021, Kohli revealed the good news on his Instagram and a fan asked about if he will be showing a glimpse of the bday. However, Kohli replied - “No we have decided as a couple to not expose our child to social media before she has an understanding of what social media is and can make her own choice,” he said. The couple quietly welcomed their second child, a baby boy named Akaay Kohli, in February this year. They welcomed him in London where they currently reside.
13 December,2024 10:40 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentHindi cinema is going through a lull phase but this churning will, hopefully, lead to something better as creative people always find a way, says actor Manoj Bajpayee. In a year where the box office once again appears to be dominated by blockbusters from the South like 'Kalki 2898 AD' and 'Pushpa 2: The Rule', the successful business of 'Stree 2', 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3', and 'Singham Again' has given some hope to Bollywood. Asked whether Hindi cinema was in "trouble", Bajpayee said that isn't the case. "... But it is definitely forcing filmmakers to think differently. And there is nothing wrong with it. I think it is a churning, it's a lull period. I'm hopeful that it will go back to its natural self very soon. "I don't see it as a problem because creative people always find a way. It is a jolt, a shock. And, now they are thinking hard and trying to come together to find a solution to it. And they will find a solution," the actor told PTI in an interview during a visit to the news agency's headquarters. Bajpayee said horror comedy "Stree 2", which earned over Rs 800 crore at the box office, did "remarkable" business. "That means people are somewhere willing to go to theatres but they want something else. And that 'something else', a filmmaker has to really innovate and think hard about... My films these days come onto OTT and they have an even bigger audience. "Last year, my film 'Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai' amassed historical views on OTT. If we convert it into rupees (box office collection), then it would be called an all-time blockbuster. The same goes for 'Gulmohar'." The National Award winner said mass audience always wants a hero and when theatres shut down during the pandemic, people stopped getting that from Hindi cinema but in south, single screens have thrived. "We always search for a hero in our films. In the changing times, people stopped getting their hero because there were many multiplexes. The south never let the multiplexes flourish and maintained unity. They knew that their cinema would survive only through mass audiences. "But we (Hindi industry) changed because while multiplexes were coming up, an aspirational India was also emerging. They wanted their hero. The kind of heroes they got, who ruled for 20-30 years... During COVID, there was a shift as mass audiences were going to theatres in big numbers but the multiplex audience chose to sit at home and enjoy OTT." Rising ticket costs could also be a factor in people choosing to stay at home and enjoy movies on the OTT, according to Bajpayee. Citing the example of "Pushpa 2" star Allu Arjun, he said the Telugu actor is giving the audiences the kind of films they want. "The person who is going to the theatres, he is a mass guy and he can't afford the ticket of a multiplex. Our mass audience can't go to the multiplex but even if they are able to go there, they want to see 'Pathaan', 'Jawan' or 'Animal'. The single screens are running packed and their audience see their hero in Allu Arjun. He is giving them the kind of film that should be enjoyed in theatres," added the actor, who worked with Arjun in "Vedam" and "Happy". Whether it is Allu Arjun, Jr NTR or Mahesh Babu, the audiences in the north are not new to these actors as they have been watching their Hindi-dubbed films for years now through satellite TV channels and streamers, the actor said. "I did some Tamil and Telugu films during those days. One day someone told me that they liked my movie 'Khatron Ka Khiladi'. I wondered when I did a film titled 'Khatron Ka Khiladi'?' Later I realised that it was the name of my Telugu or Tamil films which were dubbed in Hindi," said Bajpayee, who has starred in Tamil movies "Anjaan" and "Samar" and Telugu titles "Prema Katha" and "Puli". Bajpayee, who is friends with many Malayalam actors and filmmakers, said he wants to venture into Malayalam films. "They are making very good films. But they are also aware of the fact that I don't know the language. So, they'll get me those roles that have very less Malayalam dialogues or a character who speaks Hindi, English or doesn't speak a word." The actor's upcoming film "Despatch" is set to premiere on ZEE5 on Friday. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
13 December,2024 10:15 AM IST | Mumbai | PTIRecently, it was reported that Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor has ended her relationship with writer Rahul Mody. However, the actress has put all of the speculations to rest with a picture from her date night. Those following Shraddha, know her love for all things food especially Mumbai's favourite street food- Vada pav. She got Rahul to take her out at night for a vada pav treat. Shraddha took to her Instagram stories, where she shared a picture of her fun outing with Mody, which involves gorging on vada pavs. The picture has reignited speculations about their relationship. The actress posted a picture of herself holding the iconic snack from Mumbai and wrote: “May I always bully you into taking me for vada pav," and tagged Rahul Mody. For the background score, she added the song “Yeh Vaada Raha” by late star Kishore Kumar. About Shraddha Kapoor and Rahul Mody Reports about Shraddha and Rahul's split surfaced in August this year after the Stree actress stopped following her rumoured partner on Instagram. It was earlier this year, when news about the two dating started doing the rounds. In April this year, Shraddha confirmed the dating rumours when she posted a picture with him on her Instagram Stories. In the photo, Shraddha is smiling at the camera while Rahul makes a funny face. With the picture, Shraddha Kapoor wrote, “Dil rakh le, neend to vaapis de de yaar.” She included a few emojis like a laughing face and a heart. She also tagged Rahul in the picture. The buzz about their relationship got even louder when Shraddha was seen wearing a pendant with the letter 'R.' Fans started speculating more after noticing that her recent mountain vacation photo looked very similar to one Rahul posted. Mody is a screenwriter and assistant director. He worked with the actress in 'Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar', which also stars Ranbir Kapoor. Shraddha Kapoor's work front On the work front, Shraddha was recently seen in the blockbuster Stree 2, the sequel to her 2018 horror-comedy hit with Rajkummar Rao. The film broke all records at the box office becoming one of the biggest openers of the year and the biggest box office film in Kapoor's career.
13 December,2024 09:56 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
