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Zaheer Iqbal talks about playing an obsessive lover in Tu Hai Meri Kiran: “I wanted to explore a side of me that audiences haven’t seen before”

Zaheer Iqbal has spoken about taking on a different kind of romantic role in Tu Hai Meri Kiran, which also stars Sonakshi Sinha. The actor plays an obsessive lover in the film, a character that required him to explore a different emotional range from the romantic portrayals audiences may associate with him. Reflecting on his decision to take up the role, Zaheer said he was keen to experiment with a character that would allow him to move beyond familiar territory. He described the part as an opportunity to approach a more layered personality and understand the motivations behind his actions. “As actors, we always want to surprise our audiences and give them something they haven’t experienced from us before. With Tu Hai Meri Kiran, I genuinely wanted to explore a side of me that audiences haven’t seen before. Playing an obsessive lover was an exciting challenge because the character comes with several emotional layers. It wasn’t just about portraying intensity; it was about understandin...
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Priyanka Chopra Jonas channels ‘King Kylie’ for Halloween with Nick Jonas and Malti Marie; see their looks

Priyanka Chopra Jonas brought together two festive traditions as she celebrated what she called “Diwaloween” with husband Nick Jonas and daughter Malti Marie Chopra Jonas. The actor shared a series of family pictures on Instagram, offering a glimpse of their Halloween celebrations, which blended familiar spooky-season costumes with Indian festive décor. The pictures showed the family dressed up in three distinct avatars as they headed out for trick-or-treating. Priyanka channelled Kylie Jenner’s popular ‘King Kylie’ persona, sporting pastel pink hair, bold makeup and an all-black streetwear ensemble. Nick, meanwhile, opted for a classic cowboy look, complete with a white wide-brimmed hat, brown suede jacket, dark denim and leather boots. Malti added a playful touch to the family’s costumes as a ghost princess, wearing a white tiered tulle dress and a miniature tiara. The setting at their home reflected the fusion behind the celebration. Orange and yellow marigold garlands, traditional...
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Himesh Reshammiya reveals Khiladi 786 cost Rs. 1 crore EXTRA as it was shot on film instead of digital: “We unnecessarily spent a crore more”

Himesh Reshammiya had a conversation with Komal Nahta and opened up about the rise of AI and the need to keep pace with changing times. Himesh said, “AI is changing the music industry. Today, there are 7 lakh singers. Tomorrow, there may be 50 lakh singers. So, there would be growth but it would come with its set of challenges; it’ll be about how you reinvent that will matter.” When asked if he uses AI, Himesh replied, “Mere music producers ne kabhi kuch AI use kar liya, toh kar liya. However, AI helps us get references for scripts and for poster and costume design. It helps in creating motion posters as well. If people feel that AI won’t replace humans, they are wrong, according to me. But that would also benefit us.” Himesh Reshammiya revealed, “I remember the song ‘Odh Li Chunariya’ was recorded on 2-inch (referring to 2-inch tape). Then when we started recording the song on analogue, we thought ki gaana ‘thin’ ho gaya. I spent 3 days during the mixing to correct the thinness. Jab ...
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“Deepika Padukone is IRREPLACEABLE; I LOVE Sandeep Reddy Vanga; Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar are musically conscious” – Himesh Reshammiya

Himesh Reshammiya recently had a conversation with Komal Nahta and gave some headline-worthy replies during the Rapid Fire round. He was asked to name three musically inclined producers. Himesh replied, “Mr Bhushan Kumar, the Taurani brothers (Ramesh Taurani and Kumar Taurani) and Ratan Jain. They have deep knowledge.” Incidentally, all three are associated with leading music companies. Bhushan Kumar heads T-Series, the Taurani brothers own Tips, while Ratan Jain heads Venus. Himesh Reshammiya was then asked to name heroes who are musically conscious. He replied, “Of course, Salman Khan for sure. He’s very, very conscious and 100% Mr Akshay Kumar too.” Interestingly, the music video of the song ‘Naam Hai Tera’ from Himesh Reshammiya’s blockbuster album Aap Kaa Surroor featured Deepika Padukone. This was before she made her blockbuster Bollywood debut in Om Shanti Om (2007). Himesh was asked whom he would cast in Deepika’s place if the song were to be made today. Himesh Reshammiya expl...
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Jiya Shankar addresses breakup rumours with fiancé Kaaran Dhanak; says “Some things are private”

Actress Jiya Shankar has addressed the speculation surrounding her relationship with fiancé Kaaran Dhanak, requesting people to respect her privacy amid rumours of an alleged breakup. The Bigg Boss OTT 2 contestant took to social media to clarify that assumptions about her personal life had gone beyond what she had shared publicly. However, she stopped short of confirming or denying reports that the engagement had been called off. In a statement shared on her social media account, Jiya wrote, “I'd like to clarify something. Recent assumptions about my personal life have gone far beyond what I've actually shared. Please don't speculate about or spread rumours regarding my relationship. Some things are private, and I'd appreciate everyone respecting that.” Her statement comes after online discussions about a possible rift between the actress and Kaaran gathered momentum. Social media users had reportedly noticed that Jiya was no longer following Kaaran on Instagram, prom...
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EXCLUSIVE: Rajeev Siddhartha AMAZED as Musafir Cafe inspires two real-life cafes: “It is ABSOLUTELY insane in the best way possible”; bats for slow-burn storytelling: “Our minds are in a daze because of overexposure to Reels…fast-paced content can be so tiresome!”

Rajeev Siddhartha has a special connection with the hills. Having studied at The Doon School and CJM Hampton Court School in Mussoorie, the actor spent a significant part of his growing-up years surrounded by mountains. Interestingly, the hills have also become an important part of his recent projects. His upcoming film, Kinaare, premiered at the 15th edition of the Dharamshala International Film Festival (DIFF), while his recently released Netflix series, Musafir Cafe, is also set against the picturesque backdrop of the hills. Co-starring Vikrant Massey, Vedika Pinto and Mahima Makwana, Musafir Cafe has struck a chord with audiences and become quite a rage. In fact, the show's popularity has inspired the creation of two real-life cafes in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh! In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Rajeev Siddhartha spoke about it and a lot more. Rajeev Siddhartha said, “The feedback has been absolutely fantastic. Every time your film or show releases, you ...
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Is Bollywood selling religion, nostalgia or spectacle? The three audiences Ramayana must satisfy to become a historic blockbuster

A family walks into a cinema to watch Ramayana: Part One. The grandfather wants to see a respectful portrayal of Lord Rama. The parents hope to experience the story they grew up watching on television, this time on a spectacular big screen. Their teenage children are excited about the visual effects, action sequences and the prospect of watching Ranbir Kapoor and Yash in an epic confrontation. All four are buying tickets for the same film. But are they really buying the same experience? This is perhaps the most fascinating commercial challenge facing Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, which is scheduled to release on November 5. The film is attempting to attract audiences whose reasons for watching may be fundamentally different. For some, the Ramayana is a sacred narrative. For others, it evokes powerful childhood memories. And for a younger generation accustomed to Hollywood spectacles and contemporary action blockbusters, it represents the possibility of experiencing Indian mythology on...
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