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EXCLUSIVE: Kanikka Kapur recalls Aamir Khan’s reaction during Batwara 1947 audition: “Who’s this girl? She’s good, she’s good!”; reveals, “My grandfather still gets nightmares about Partition”

After making a mark in prominent films, web series and TV Shows, Kanikka Kapur is now all set to be seen in Batwara 1947, co-starring Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi, Ali Fazal and Karan Deol. Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, the period drama is produced by Aamir Khan. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Kanikka Kapur opened up about her memorable and hilarious first professional interaction with Aamir Khan during her Batwara 1947 audition, her family’s emotional connection with Partition and a lot more. Kanikka Kapur said, “I met Aamir sir during the premiere of Dono (2023). For Batwara 1947, I went through a series of auditions, and my second-last audition took place in his office. He wasn’t present initially. However, just as Raj sir (Rajkumar Santoshi) began my audition, Aamir sir walked in. Now, even when you’re performing a scene, from the corner of your eye, you do come to know ki koi chal ke aaya hai. So, I could see that he had entered and was observing us ...
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Umesh Mehra recalls HEARTBREAKING incident that still HAUNTS him: “A youngster saw Dilip Kumar in Qila and told his father, ‘Papa, yeh toh Shah Rukh Khan ki COPY kar raha hai’”

Umesh Mehra had a fascinating conversation with Kiran Juneja on DD Urdu’s chat show Guftgoo about his memorable films and a lot more. During the conversation, he recalled a heartbreaking incident involving a young moviegoer’s comment on Dilip Kumar’s performance in Qila (1998). Umesh Mehra said, “Qila marked Dilip saab’s return to acting after almost a decade. Woh acting toh nahin bhoole the lekin log unko bhool chuke the. We, the people of the industry, knew who Dilip Kumar is. But the public had forgotten him.” He continued, “There’s a miserable incident which happened in front of me. The youngsters had no idea who Dilip Kumar was. I was in a theatre to check the audience reaction and hear what the audience is talking about the film. During the interval, I saw this young kid discussing the film with his father. The kid remarked, ‘Papa, yeh toh Shah Rukh Khan ki copy kar raha hai’!” Umesh Mehra added, “Woh bacche ka comment aaj bhi mere kaano mein bajta hai. Yeh kitne dukh ki baat ha...
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Salman Khan recreates ‘Jeene Ke Hain Chaar Din’ hook step, fans can’t stop cheering

Salman Khan is once again grabbing attention on social media, this time for recreating one of his most recognisable dance moves. A video of the actor performing the popular hook step from his song ‘Jeene Ke Hain Chaar Din’ has surfaced online and is quickly making the rounds among fans. In the viral clip, Salman can be seen dancing to the song from Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, performing the signature hook step that became popular after the film’s release. The actor appears to be enjoying the moment as people around him cheer and whistle throughout his performance. His energetic moves and familiar dance style have added to the excitement surrounding the video. For the occasion, Salman is seen dressed casually in a blue T-shirt and denim jeans, which he pairs with a brown jacket. He completes his look with a French-style hat. The video begins with the actor breaking into the iconic hook step, immediately drawing enthusiastic reactions from those present.   View this post on Instagram ...
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Parul Gulati on Traitors Season 2, “Strategy always outweighs luck”

Entrepreneur and actor Parul Gulati has spoken about how her experience as a founder shaped her approach to Traitors Season 2, a strategy driven reality show that demanded sharp instincts and calculated thinking. Gulati said the lessons she learned in business, including reading people, staying composed under pressure and making tough decisions, became her biggest strengths on the show. Reflecting on the similarities between entrepreneurship and competitive reality television, Gulati said, “As a founder, I’ve learned that reading people is just as important as reading numbers. Data can guide you, but understanding human behaviour often determines the outcome.” She said building a business taught her to trust her instincts while remaining open to changing strategies when situations evolved. “Entrepreneurship prepares you to negotiate under pressure, make decisions with limited information, and take calculated risks. Those are exactly the skills you need in a strategy driven environment...
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Madhuri Dixit turns host for Kon Honar Crorepati; actress unveils first promo in Maharashtrian avatar

Madhuri Dixit has announced her next television stint, and this time, the actress is stepping into an entirely new space. Madhuri is set to host the Marathi version of the popular quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati, titled Kon Honar Crorepati. The actress took to social media to unveil the first-look promo of the show, giving fans a glimpse of her new avatar. The promo features Madhuri in a quintessential Maharashtrian look, complete with a traditional nath, as she announces the arrival of the quiz show. Interestingly, the promo uses the background music of “Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai” from her blockbuster film Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, adding a nostalgic touch to the announcement. Sharing the promo on Instagram, Madhuri wrote in Marathi, “जे कधीही घडलं नाही ते घडणार... महाराष्ट्राच्या घरोघरी चर्चा रंगणार... कारण आता खेळ बदलणार...! मी घेऊन येत आहे... ‘कोण होणार करोडपती’ लवकरच... फक्त आपल्या @sonymarathi वाहिनीवर आणि @sonylivindia वर (What has never happened before is going to happen... conversa...
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Tiger Shroff to miss Mumbay FC’s Durand Cup match against Nongkseh SS&CC due to work commitment

Tiger Shroff will not turn out for Mumbai FC in their Durand Cup 2026 Group E fixture against Nongkseh SS&CC in Shillong on Tuesday, pulling out at the last minute due to a work commitment. The 36-year-old had been registered in Mumbay FC’s squad for their maiden Durand Cup campaign and was set to feature in the match at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, but confirmed he would not be travelling to Shillong. In a video posted on Mumbay FC’s Instagram account, Shroff said, “Really, really unfortunate, but a work commitment has come up at the last moment, so I won’t be able to make it to Shillong for the Durand Cup. I was really looking forward to play for my team Mumbay FC but unfortunately I won’t be able to make it. All the very best to everybody out there. The tournament has been amazing. All the very best Mumbay FC. Kill it boys.” Mumbay FC face Nongkseh in their final Group E fixture after losing their opening two matches against Langsning FC and Shillong Lajong by identical 5-0 sc...
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Nagarjuna praises Ramayana: Part 1 trailer; says, "I really liked Yash and Ranbir Kapoor"

Nagarjuna has heaped praise on the trailer of Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana: Part 1, describing it as “brilliant” while noting the weight of expectations that trailers now carry with audiences. Speaking to Variety India, the actor singled out the performances of Ranbir Kapoor and Yash from the trailer. “I think it was brilliant. I really liked Yash and Ranbir,” he said. Nagarjuna also spoke about why trailers have become such a decisive factor for viewers today. “As far as people’s expectations are concerned, it is only natural. Whether it's an Indian, Hollywood or Korean film, you look at the trailer first and figure out whether it is something that you actually want to watch. So, trailers have become very important. And they make a lot of difference to the opening of any film,” he said. Ramayana: Part 1, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, is the first installment of a two-part cinematic adaptation of the Indian epic. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Rav...
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