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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...

EXCLUSIVE: Adnan Sami reveals he was CONFRONTED by Shatrughan Sinha’s duplicate on the sets of ‘Lift Karadey’: “He asked, ‘Mere hote hue aapko asli Shatru ji ko bulane ki kya zaroorat thi?’!”

Adnan Sami carved a niche not just with his Indipop songs but also with their memorable music videos. Several of his videos featured prominent stars of the time, further adding to their popularity. Govinda made a special appearance in ‘Lift Karadey’, while Amitabh Bachchan not only featured in the music video of ‘Kabhi Naee’ but also sang the peppy number. Rani Mukerji, Raveena Tandon, Dia Mirza, Mahima Chaudhry and several other actors also appeared in his music videos. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, held as part of the promotions of his new single ‘Ishq Tamasha’, Adnan Sami went down memory lane and revealed a funny anecdote. One song that stood out was the remixed version of ‘Lift Karadey’ featuring real actors as well as lookalikes. Adnan Sami said, “I was literally living my own childhood fantasies. Shatrughan Sinha came on board; Asrani also joined in as the jailer. Johny Lever was a part of it as well.” He added, “The music video was a Sholay tribute with a d...

Tara Sutaria opens up about Toxic: “It's a dream and a wish that all of us have had”

The much awaited trailer of filmmaker Geetu Mohandas’ Toxic released yesterday and, ever since, it has become the talk of the town. The striking visuals, action and production design has ensured that the chatter around the film hasn’t stopped on social media. Along with that, Tara Sutaria’s presence in it has also been noticed and appreciated. During the trailer launch of the film in Bengaluru, when asked on having a Disney princess image about her and what was it like to go from fairy tales to fairy tales for grown-ups, Tara responded saying, “There's a very popular phrase from an old Disney fairy tale, which I think it goes something like, ‘A dream is a wish your heart makes.’ And it feels so fitting to Toxic and to this fairy tale that we've all created. Because I think it's a dream and a wish that all of us have had, I think collectively as a team, to be a part of something and a fairy tale of sorts that is really outstanding, exceptional, and something very, very spec...

Kanan Malhotra joins Zee TV’s Jagadhatri as Minister Aarav Patil; says, “Aarav Patil's entry will change a lot of things”

Zee TV’s Jagadhatri is set to take a new turn with actor Kanan Malhotra joining the show as Minister Aarav Patil. The latest track has already introduced Mimshee Das as SSP Jahnvee Ganguly, who shares a complicated history with Jagadhatri (Sonakshi Batra) and Shivaay (Farman Haider). With Aarav’s entry, the ongoing conflict between the characters is expected to take several new turns. Jahnvee, who was once Jagadhatri and Shivaay’s batchmate, has returned as their senior officer after taking over Sadhu Sir’s position. While she has feelings for Shivaay, she also remains jealous of Jagadhatri. After Jagadhatri killed Moosa, Jahnvee became determined to prove that she had crossed the line by killing him instead of arresting him. Jahnvee approached Minister Aarav Patil and asked him to take action against Jagadhatri. However, Shivaay decided to stand by Jagadhatri and presented Aarav with her complete service record and evidence highlighting her honesty, dedication and track record as a...

EXCLUSIVE: Neha Dhupia calls big entourages "very stifling"; says, "Talent is not defined by the number of people you arrive on set with"

Most actresses, especially when starting out, tend to go through the conventional phase of starring in love stories and featuring in romantic songs before branching out into diverse genres. Neha Dhupia, however, proved to be an exception. Barring films like Qayamat (2003) and Julie (2004), she largely bypassed that route and carved a distinct path for herself across genres. The unconventional choices ultimately helped her build an illustrious career spanning more than two decades. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Neha reflected on this aspect of her journey and much more. Neha Dhupia said, “It was not really unique. Maybe back then it was aspirational, but I didn’t have those many opportunities. If you look at it in reverse, it was like carving your own path. My mum always says, ‘Jo hota hai, acche ke liye hota hai’. There’s always a reason for it. What that reason is, where you’re going with it, what’s going to happen, no one knows. Maybe, 20 years later, now I feel ...

EXCLUSIVE: Meet Sayeed Quadri, the man who played major role in Emraan Hashmi’s musical success: “The kind of songs I write, Emraan does COMPLETE justice to them”; reflects on Awarapan’s box-office failure: “Many people regretted, ‘Yeh kya film thi. Humne miss kar di’”

Emraan Hashmi’s films are remembered as much for their unforgettable music as for their stories, and lyricist Sayeed Quadri has played a significant role in shaping that musical legacy. Their association began with Murder (2004), followed by Zeher (2005), Kalyug (2005), Gangster (2006), The Train (2007), Awarapan (2007), Jannat (2008), Raaz - The Mystery Continues (2009), Tum Mile (2009), Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji (2011), Murder 2 (2011), Jannat 2 (2012), Rush (2012) and Hamari Adhuri Kahani (2015). The upcoming Awarapan 2 will mark Sayeed Quadri’s 15th film featuring Emraan Hashmi. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, the celebrated lyricist spoke about his enduring association with the actor, the cult following of Awarapan, its much-awaited sequel and a lot more. What feedback have you received for the Awarapan 2 trailer and songs? People have been waiting for the second part for a long time, not just the film but also its songs. This was because Awarapan logon ke dilon aur...

5 recent looks of The Traitors contestant and Malkin actor Parul Gulati that prove she’s a fashion diva

Actress and entrepreneur Parul Gulati rings in her birthday on August 6, and there’s no better occasion to look back at the sartorial moments that have defined her style journey. Known for The Traitors and Malkin, Parul has steadily carved a niche as a fashion favourite, moving effortlessly between red-carpet glamour and edgy editorial statements. As she celebrates another year, here’s a look at five recent outfits that highlight her evolving and fearless approach to fashion.   Velvet drama at its finest Parul turned heads in a rich burgundy velvet mini dress featuring a sculptural plunging neckline and a structured silhouette. The luxurious fabric, paired with soft waves, glowing makeup and delicate diamond jewellery, made for a glamorous look that was equal parts bold and elegant. Monochrome power play Serving high-fashion minimalism, Parul opted for an all-black ensemble featuring a sleek bralette, oversized satin jacket and flowing wide-legged trousers. Styled with a stateme...