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Ibrahim Ali Khan on dealing with self-doubt and family legacy: “Whenever I feel unsure, all this is a reminder of who’s at home”

Ibrahim Ali Khan, son of Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh, has begun opening up about his entry into the Hindi film industry and the expectations that come with being part of one of Bollywood’s most well-known families. In a recent interview, the debutant spoke candidly about navigating self-doubt and the constant reminder of his family’s cinematic lineage. Sharing an honest perspective, Ibrahim said, “I usually always have self-doubt. Whenever I feel unsure, all this (lineage) is a reminder of who’s at home. ‘You’re Saif Ali Khan’s kid. Bebo’s in your family. You should be able to do it. You should be smashing it, man’.” His words offer a glimpse into the mindset of a newcomer who acknowledges both the privilege and pressure that come with being born into a film family. Rather than relying on his surname, Ibrahim insists that he is focused on establishing his individuality through his performances and work ethic. Over the years, audiences have drawn frequent comparisons between Ibrah...

Ayushmann Khurrana welcomes Aneet Padda to MHCU with Shakti Shalini: “So proud to see someone from Punjab making us all proud”

After delivering yet another hit with Thamma, Ayushmann Khurrana is celebrating not just his own success but also the arrival of a fresh new face in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU). The actor took to Instagram to warmly welcome Gen Z star Aneet Padda, who joins the popular cinematic universe with the upcoming film Shakti Shalini. The announcement of Shakti Shalini was revealed in the opening credits of Thamma, leaving fans intrigued about what’s next in Maddock’s ever-expanding horror-comedy world. Sharing his excitement, Ayushmann posted a heartfelt message on his Instagram Stories along with a clip of the film’s announcement. He wrote, “Welcome to the MHCU, @aneetpadda… Punjabi aa gaye oye!! From one dreamer to another – keep chasing what you want. Nothing is impossible… so proud to see someone from Punjab making us all proud. Can’t wait to see you shine in Shakti Shalini! Onwards and upwards, Aneet.” The post quickly went viral, earning love from fans across social media ...

Shabana Azmi calls Aparna Sen's 80th birthday a 'State Event in Bengal'; says, "She’s my dearest friend"

As the iconic actress-filmmaker Aparna Sen turned 80 on October 25, her best friend and frequent collaborator Shabana Azmi flew from Mumbai to Kolkata to attend the grand celebration held in honour of the still-gorgeous Sen. Just before boarding her flight, Shabana said with affection, “But of course I have to be there. How could I not? Aparna turning 80 is a state event in Bengal. After Suchitra Sen, Aparna is Bengal’s most treasured actress.” Shabana turns positively gooey-eyed when speaking about her dear friend. “I’m sorry if this sounds hagiographic, but that’s because you’ve caught me in this frame of mind! She is my dearest, dearest friend. I love and respect her deeply. Aparna is an extremely intelligent person — one can discuss any subject wi’th her. Over the years, we’ve developed a relationship where I immediately slip into a daft mode in her presence, and she scolds me like a schoolteacher!” Shabana cherishes Aparna not just as a confidante but also as a filmmaker. “Her u...

Priyanka Chopra Jonas drops stunning selfies in a random social media post; ends post with a romantic pic featuring Nick Jonas

Priyanka Chopra Jonas once again proved she’s the queen of effortless charm on social media. The global icon treated her followers to a refreshing photo dump from what appears to be a serene nature escape, featuring a series of stunning selfies and a heartwarming glimpse with her husband, singer Nick Jonas. In the photos, Priyanka is seen basking in the natural light, surrounded by greenery, exuding her signature confidence and grace. The post concludes with an adorable picture of the actress cuddled up with Nick, giving fans a glimpse into their sweet off-screen chemistry that continues to melt hearts worldwide. Adding her signature wit to the post, Priyanka captioned it, “Not me pretending this wasn’t take #37,” and added skull, selfie emojis, leaving fans amused and instantly relating to her light-hearted honesty. The post quickly went viral, garnering thousands of likes and comments within hours. Admirers couldn’t stop praising her timeless beauty, dropping an array of heart and ...

EXCLUSIVE: From linking Stree to Thamma to planting secret Easter eggs - 'Pitaji' of MHCU Amar Kaushik delivers masterclass in Universe-Building; BREAKS silence on censor cuts: "'Main tumhe azaadi doonga' was uttered by Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose for a greater cause; CBFC's point was valid..."

Amar Kaushik’s Stree 2 (2024) is the highest Bollywood grosser of all time. Yet, the director remains humble and down-to-earth, just like he was when his debut directorial, Stree, became a surprise super-hit. The horror comedy universe began with the 2018 flick and now, it has gone to another level. The recently released Thamma, starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Rashmika Mandanna, is the latest entrant to the universe and has been successfully accepted, as evident by the first two-day figures. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Amar Kaushik spoke about producing Thamma, the process followed in connecting characters from the universe and a lot more. Let’s start with your energetic, dancing cameo in the song ‘Poison Baby’! You always have such cameos, even in your earlier films… (Laughs) It all started with the first part of Stree. I have this habit of enacting the scenes for the actors. I also insist, ‘Mere jaisa nahin karna hai but something on these...

Harshvardhan Rane on the success of Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, “99% of the film industry laughed and mocked my decision of doing this film”

Filmmaker Milap Milan Zaveri’s romantic drama Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat has been doing well at the box office, despite clashing with Maddock Films’ Thamma. Harshvardhan Rane, the main lead of the film, got talking about the film’s success in an interview with us. So, how are you sleeping after your first blockbuster? In the last nine years, I have trained myself to sleep deeply independent of the result. I made sure validations do not impact the breathing pattern, my thought process, and my deep sleeping stage. It’s my only wealth. Did you expect Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat to become the success that it has? Deewaniyat was the first film I chose after Sanam Teri Kasam re-release success in February. 99% of the film industry laughed and mocked this decision of mine, as it was the most important time of my career. But I did exactly what I did for the last nine years, which is to listen to my heart and never take anybody’s advice. Earlier this year, your 2016 film Sanam Teri Kasam became a...

Medha Shankr gets emotional recalling Sonu Nigam concert at age 11: "There’s no one like you in the world"

12th Fail actress Medha Shankr recently met the beloved music sensation, Sonu Nigam, at a Diwali party held in the city. She took to her social media handle to share a click alongwith a warm note that revealed a heartfelt anecdote from her childhood. The actress recalled attending Sonu Nigam's concert at the mere age of 11, along with her family, and shared how his voice continues to remind her of her childhood and home. “I was 11 when I attended Sir’s concert with my family. He wasn’t feeling well that evening, so a few other artists performed before him. Then, for a few minutes, the stage went quiet. Just the lights, the anticipation, and then… that voice singing “Suraj Hua Maddham” ,before we could even see him on stage. The 11-year-old me couldn’t hold back tears. I was so overwhelmed. The next 2 hours were nothing short of magical!” she wrote. And added, “At one point, you asked the audience to sing along, and the whole crowd joined in. Then you smiled and said, “Wow, aap lo...