When watching an Aamir Khan film, you can almost always be assured of two things — sensitivity, and authenticity. That was the superstar’s objective as he set out to shoot for Sitaare Zameen Par, which sees him as a foul-tempered basketball coach who is instructed to train players with special needs. We’ve learnt that Khan and director RS Prasanna selected students from Urja Special School in Kandivali, a counselling and remedial centre that serves children and adults with special needs, to portray the players in the slice-of-life film. Child psychologist Dr Mihir Parekh founded the school with his wife, who serves as the principal, in 2010. Recalling that the makers were looking for students aged above 18, Parekh says, “The [makers] had certain prerequisites for children and adults — they had to have Down Syndrome, with a particular height and weight. They selected 38 of my 168 students. Some essayed the role of team members, and the rest were used as audience members who have come to watch the games. The portions with my school students were all shot in Mumbai, including Andheri and Bandra.” Adapted from the Spanish film, Campeones (2018), Sitaare Zameen Par shows how Khan’s protagonist goes from initially being skeptical of his basketball team to realising how each of them is gifted in their own way. With basketball being a key aspect of the story, Parekh says some students were selected based on their proficiency in the game. “Before the shoot began, there was a prep session with the students for a week. Their parents were also introduced to the makers,” adds Parekh. The students shot with the unit over a month, and were paid remuneration.
07 May,2025 07:32 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBROn May 4, US President Donald Trump announced a 100 per cent tariff on movies produced outside the country, believing that the move would boost the number of films made in America. The result was chaos and confusion within Hollywood as well as film industries around the world, as Trump did not provide details on how the tariffs would be implemented. Even as the President softened his stance on May 5 and stated that a decision would be made only after he met with members of Hollywood, the news has sparked concern in the Indian film industry. After all, the US is a key overseas market that contributes significantly to the box-office revenue of major Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil films. As mid-day reached out to producers and trade experts, they unanimously noted the ambiguity of the current situation as it is unclear whether the tariff would apply to payments made to acquire distribution rights of foreign films for their US release. There is also a lack of clarity whether tariffs would apply to movies on streamers as well. Trade expert Ramesh Bala pointed out, “Many American films are shot in Canada, Europe, and elsewhere to lower production costs. If the tariff applies to any part of the film made outside US borders, then many Hollywood films would technically qualify as foreign.” Immediate releases like Akshay Kumar and Jacqueline Fernandez’s Housefull 5 is likely to be unaffected as the policy rollout will take time America, a crucial market Bala agreed that the move, if implemented, would be detrimental for Indian films. “The US market is crucial for Indian theatrical releases, especially because of the sizeable South Asian diaspora,” he stated, pointing to blockbusters like RRR (2022) and Jawan (2023) that earned significantly from their US market. “High price points due to tariffs will dissuade distributors, reduce the number of films reaching theatres, and ultimately limit consumer choice. Small or medium-budget movies will likely skip theatrical release in the US entirely, missing out on a potentially lucrative market. The governments of affected countries, including India, will need to step in and engage in dialogue with the US administration to either seek exemptions or negotiate a more balanced trade approach,” he stated. Trade analyst Akshaye Rathi said it was too early to respond to Trump’s announcement “with assumptions”. He, however, said that this could serve as a trigger to fortify our own ecosystem. Citing the example of Russia, he said, “After the Ukraine conflict, Hollywood studios stopped releasing films in Russia, cutting off nearly 95 per cent of their box-office content overnight. The Russian government actively invested in its local film industry boosting both volume and quality. Within two-three years, they’ve managed to nearly return to pre-war box office numbers. The Indian film industry is still operating at a fraction of its potential.” The US collections of RRR and Jawan contributed significantly to their box-office earnings. Pics/AFP, PTI, Instagram Don’t panic before the policy rollout Housefull 5 will be one of the first big Bollywood releases in the wake of the announcement. With Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan and Riteish Deshmukh leading it, the laugh riot is targeted as much at the Indian audience as at the diaspora. Diljit Dosanjh’s Sardaar Ji 3, slated for June 27 release, too is aimed at the diaspora. Bala assumed the films would go unscathed, reasoning, “The proposal is under consideration and is part of a broader USTR [United States Trade Representative] investigation. There is no final rollout date. This gives a buffer, but later films will have to review [their distribution plans].” An executive from Jio Studios, who did not wish to be named, dialled down the fear with facts. “The US market contributes only around four per cent to the total box-office earnings of an average Indian film. So, the overall damage is limited. If the tariff doesn’t apply to OTT platforms, it might even benefit producers, as they can sell their films directly to streaming services.” Supriya Yarlagadda, executive director, Annapurna Studios, which backed the Telugu film franchise, Goodachari, admitted that the policy will hurt not only Hindi films, but also their South counterpart. “US is a large distribution territory for various Indian language films. While the latest news is of concern, we will have to wait for the policy details to emerge before panicking,” she said. A new territory to capture A question on the mind of many is: Can China or Japan replace the US? Bala said a hard no. “China’s annual foreign film quota [around 10 titles under revenue-sharing rules] makes it an unreliable replacement for the US. Other regions like Australia and Southeast Asia are much smaller. The US remains the only overseas market with scale, infrastructure, and a sizeable diaspora audience.”
07 May,2025 07:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar Basu | Komal RJ PanchalKing Cobra in Naagzilla You read it first in mid-day that Kartik Aaryan will turn into a shape-shifting snake in Karan Johar’s next (Tu Naagin, Main Sapera, April 2). The makers later announced that the film is titled Naagzilla, where he will portray the role of Preyamvadeshwar Pyare Chand. Now, there are reports suggesting that Bhojpuri superstar and politician Ravi Kishan is set to join Mrighdeep Singh Lamba’s directorial venture, and a lot of hilarious banter between the two leads is in order. Kartik will begin shooting for the film after wrapping up his next project with Anurag Basu, also starring Sreeleela. Naagzilla will be Kartik’s second collaboration with Dharma Productions, following the romantic comedy, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, with Ananya Panday. Sreeleela is on a roll Sreeleela and Sidharth Malhotra Telugu actor Sreeleela is set to make her Bollywood debut opposite Kartik Aaryan in Anurag Basu’s next directorial venture. Now the buzz is that she already has another project in hand, a film opposite Sidharth Malhotra. The movie is reportedly a commercial entertainer, which will be helmed by filmmaker Raaj Shaandilyaa, and backed by director-producer Aanand L Rai. On the other hand, Sidharth is prepping for Vvan — Force of the Forest and Param Sundari. IPL mein Hera Pheri (From left) Paresh Rawal, Akshay Kumar, and Suniel Shetty in a still from Hera Pheri Suniel Shetty has confirmed that shooting for Hera Pheri 3, the third instalment in the franchise, has begun, with a teaser expected to release during the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Speaking about the project, Suniel expressed his excitement, stating that it’s a different film with the same team and they are having fun shooting the movie. The film marks the return of the original trio — Akshay Kumar, Suniel, and Paresh Rawal, under the direction of Priyadarshan. He added that he is excited for the movie as he got an opportunity to reunite with the other two actors, calling them the “original team” that has made the audience laugh for years.
07 May,2025 07:11 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamIn a heartfelt tribute to mark the 100th birth anniversary of the legendary playback singer Mohammed Rafi, Whistling Woods International and its Chairman Subhash Ghai announced the launch of the Mohd Rafi Music Scholarship at the inaugural ceremony of Cadence Music Festival 2025 on Monday. The evening witnessed an emotional and celebratory atmosphere as industry veterans and dignitaries came together to honour the icon. The scholarship was announced in the presence of Shahid Mohd. Rafi, son of the legendary singer. Subhash Ghai, who was deeply moved during the event, shared a personal memory saying, "In this world, there were very few like Mohd. Rafi Saahab. Thank you to the students of Whistling Woods International for organising 'Cadence.' Thank you to Sonu ji, Mohd. Shahid ji, and Ashish ji for gracing the stage. I was roughly eight when someone asked me, 'Can you sing?' and I hummed Rafi Saahab's song. Rafi Saahab's voice had a soul, and through this scholarship, we aim to inspire the next generation of singers." Sonu Nigam paid a glowing tribute, saying, "Rafi Saahab is an institution. There wouldn't be any singer today who hasn't learned from him. Just yesterday I was having a brief discussion with my father about how Rafi Saahab has shaped an entire generation. The way he modulated his voice, there's no match. There are very few singers who had a divine voice—one of them was Lata ji and the other was Rafi Saahab." Shahid Mohd. Rafi, emotionally moved, concluded the evening by saying, "Thank you Subhash ji for this honour. Abba Huzoor was a disciplined person, he never attended any parties, he was dedicated only and only to music. And I hope through this scholarship we will inspire the future singer." The Mohd Rafi Music Scholarship will be awarded to a student from the Whistling Woods School of Music, with the aim of nurturing exceptional musical talent and keeping Rafi Saahab’s timeless legacy alive. 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
06 May,2025 08:31 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSZee TV’s much-loved show Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye has completed an impressive 500+ episodes—a testament to the unwavering love and support from its loyal audience. Over the past one and a half years, the compelling journey of Amruta (Sriti Jha) and Virat (Arjit Taneja) has resonated deeply with viewers. Their love story—shaped by a strong emotional bond and countless trials—captivated audiences and proved that love triumphs against all odds. The layered narrative showcased how love always wins against all odds, with Babita (Kishori Shahane) being against the union at the start, Virat himself believing women are gold diggers and characters like Priyanka (Pratiksha Honmukhe), Manvi (Akanksha Chamola) and Abir (Pulkit Bangia) trying to come in the way of the love story. Over the course of the show, a vibrant ensemble of characters were introduced, brought to life by talented actors such as Kishori Shahane, Hemangi Kavi, Pratiksha Honmukhe, Pulkit Bangia, Akanksha Chamola among others, adding to the show’s appeal. Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye will soon conclude with a heartwarming climax that promises a happy ending for Amruta and Virat’s romance. Sriti Jha on her memories with the show Sharing her thoughts on her journey as Amruta, Sriti Jha shared, “Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye has been a journey of 500 episodes filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. I might be able to be mature a bit later and say that it is what it is. Right now, it just breaks my heart to say good bye. Mukta Dhond and her team of writers have etched an exemplary story and many exemplary characters. My favourite thing is that Amruta Bhavani Chitnis continues to use her maiden name even after marriage. Virat Singh Ahuja has emerged as the greenest of flags. Bhavani Chitnis is a businesswoman. Babita Ahuja has found compassion in her heart without having to compromise on being feisty. We have continuously fought against odds. It’s a credit to her and the team to have kept their morale high and continue to write and create despite of the odds being against. Immensely grateful for the audience to have supported us. Your love has given us strength always. Thank you to everyone for the love, aapke bina yahaan tak nahi pohoch paate!” Arjit Taneja on playing Virat Reflecting on his experience playing Virat, Arjit Taneja mentioned, “I have felt fortunate working on Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye for the past one and a half years and being a part of the Zee Kutumb. Bringing Virat and Amruta’s love story to life has been a joy, and I’m looking forward to audiences experiencing the show’s conclusion on a positive and uplifting note. The show also gave me the opportunity to explore two distinct characters, each with their own emotional arcs and traits, which helped me grow as an actor. As we draw the curtain on this journey, I’m incredibly thankful for my co-stars, the entire team behind the scenes, and the amazing experience we've had together. It’s been an unforgettable ride, and I’m so grateful to have shared it with such a phenomenal cast, crew, and our wonderful fans.” Keep reading this space to know more about your favourite shows on Zee TV!
06 May,2025 08:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBringing Punjabi pride and royalty to Hollywood's biggest fashion event, the Met Gala 2025, singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh won hearts as he walked the iconic stairs of the Metropolitan Museum wearing a turban (a symbol of Sikh identity), a kurta and a the mat (a log tunic and draped bottoms). Diljit's team denied Maharaja's personal jewellery for MET To pay tribute to Sir Bhupinder Singh, the early 20th-century Maharaja of Patiala, the Diljit team revealed that they wanted to bring the homage closer by actually wearing the Maharaja's personal jewellery, but they were denied, as reported by The New York Times. In 1928, the prince commissioned Cartier to make him a 1,000-carat diamond necklace--the largest necklace the French jeweller had ever made. The necklace is reportedly worth Rs 21 crore. In an interview with The New York Times, Ms. Devnani said that they tried to borrow that iconic Cartier necklace--a 1,000-carat diamond necklace made for the Maharaja of Patiala--for the Met Gala night to complete Diljit's look. However, they were denied as it sits sealed in a museum, so she commissioned the Indian jeweller Golecha to create jewellery inspired by the prince's collection, including a turban brooch. Despite the absence of the iconic Cartier necklace, the singer elevated his traditional look with a jewel-studded turban and a layered diamond necklace by Golecha's Jewels. The Punjabi singer pays homage to his tradition as he graces the MET carpet with a traditional turned royal attire; a turban (a symbol of Sikh identity), a kurta, and a tehmat (a long tunic and draped bottoms) along with a long cape. His cape drew piqued interest and attention among people. Diljit also carried a lion-headed, jewel-studded kirpan (sword). One fan accurately describes his whole look, “Giving MAHARAJA, not costume. Just culture. UNTOUCHABLE.” He carries the 'Indian' with him as he steals spotlight with his entrance. View this post on Instagram A post shared by VOGUE India (@vogueindia) Hours after marking his iconic presence at Met Gala, Diljit took to Instagram and proudly flaunted his Punjabi culture, writing, "Main Hoon Punjab #metgala Inspired by The Theme of Black Dandyism, I Bring My Turban, My Culture & My Mother Tongue " pNjaabii " to The MET GALA Thank You So Much Dear @prabalgurung @theannawintour @cartier @golecha_jewels @abhilashatd." He also shared a few pictures of his maharaja look. Apart from Diljit, the Indian stars who were present at the Met Gala this year were Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Kiara Advani, Isha Ambani and Manish Malhotra. (with inputs from ANI)
06 May,2025 07:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAll eyes were on Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan today as he reclaimed his throne as the 'King' with this Met Gala debut in New York. Now, one of his most beloved leading ladies and BFF, Kajol took to social media to give her two cents on Shah Rukh's look while also giving him some competition. She played spot the difference on social media while sharing pictures of Khan at the MET Gala and a similar look of hers. Kajol teases Shah Rukh Khan "Hmmmmmmmm, spot the difference," Kajol teased her DDLJ co-star in the caption. As they say, mimicry is the sincerest form of flattery. Just like Shah Rukh, Kajol posed in a black coat, accompanied by some groovy accessories such as big silver bangles, multiple stylish rings, lots of ear piercings, and an adorable nose ring. The diva decided to keep the makeup on the lighter side, with her hair tied in a ponytail. As soon as the post was up, netizens flooded the comment section with lovely remarks such as, "And pleaseeeee make a movie together now!!!!! We miss you!!!!", "No difference kajol, he is the King, and you are the Queen", and "His K necklace is definitely a reference to you, @kajol." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol) About Shah Rukh Khan's MET look For his debut appearance at the Met ball, the actor wore a floor-length elongated coat in Tasmanian superfine wool with monogrammed, Japanese horn buttons. "The coat is hand canvassed, single-breasted with a peak collar and wide lapels. Paired with a crepe de chine silk shirt and tailored superfine wool trousers. A pleated satin kamarbandh completes this bespoke look," Sabyasachi said. Asked to describe his look on the gala's blue carpet, the actor told reporters it was designer Sabyasachi who conceived it "as an expression of freedom and trying to be resolute and resilient against things that can oppress you". Was Shah Rukh familiar with the Met Gala and its theme 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style', a homage to Black fashion, before he was set to make his debut? "Honestly, no. In the last 20 days, I got to understand what it (Met Gala) was and being an actor, I thought it (the theme of Black Style) was interesting... The resolve to change things without aggression or anger but have exuberance of art in it... I thought it was marvellous," he said. (with inputs from IANS)
06 May,2025 07:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe MET Gala 2025 has concluded and some of the biggest names in India walked the daisy spotted blue carpet. While Kiara Advani made her debut with her baby bump, Bollywood's badshah Shah Rukh Khan walked for the first time in a custom-made outfit by Sabyasachi. If you have missed seeing the looks, we bring you a highlight of the MET Gala 2025 and the Indians who dazzled: Isha Ambani's opulent necklace Mukesh and Nita Ambani's only daughter, Isha Ambani’s 2025 Met Gala look exuded modern royalty with Anamika Khanna’s Black dandy-inspired design, dewy glam, and statement accessories. The Heiress wore the iconic Jeanne Toussaint Cartier necklace, worth $150 million(approx Rs 1200 crore), which belongs to her mother, Nita Ambani and was once worn by the Maharaja of Nawanagar and famously featured in Ocean’s 8. A royal jewel reborn on fashion’s grandest stage. Isha Ambani 🤍✨️#IshaAmbani pic.twitter.com/1k4AWIFk55 — Actresswoods (@actresswoods) May 6, 2025 Shah Rukh Khan makes MET Gala debut "I'm Shah Rukh". That was his opening line and also his smashing debut at the Met Gala in an all-black bespoke outfit, complete with crystal chains and a dandy cane, crafted by celebrated designer Sabysachi. The star, one of India's most popular faces globally, also struck his signature arms-wide-open pose, and won over the crowd, some who knew him and some who didn't, gathered at the blue carpet dotted with daisies. SRK in a printed interview with TIME magazine at Met Gala talks about the importance of making GRAND films : “Everything now is cleaner, louder, better. The lights are better. The watches are cooler. Why not films also? They have to get bigger,” he says. “Stories have to be… pic.twitter.com/0gXz85RvqT — Shah Rukh Khan Universe Fan Club (@SRKUniverse) May 6, 2025 Shah Rukh wore a crystal-studded pendant shaped as the letter 'K' in one of the necklaces around his neck, a nod perhaps to his nickname 'King Khan'. The actor blew kisses to fans as he made his way around the blue carpet of the starry event, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York on Monday night.For his debut appearance at the Met ball, the actor wore a floor-length elongated coat in Tasmanian superfine wool with monogrammed, Japanese horn buttons."The coat is hand canvassed, single-breasted with a peak collar and wide lapels. Paired with a crepe de chine silk shirt and tailored superfine wool trousers. A pleated satin kamarbandh completes this bespoke look," Sabyasachi said. Diljit Dosanjh's Maharaj look Punjabi actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh won hearts by honouring his Sikh roots at his Met Gala debut. Diljit walked the iconic stairs of the Metropolitan Museum wearing a turban (a symbol of Sikh identity), a kurta, and a tehmat (a long tunic and draped bottoms). The custom-made number was designed by Prabal Gurung, who also created actor Alia's pearl gown for the 2023 Met Gala. He elevated his traditional look with a jewel-studded turban and a layered diamond necklace by Golecha's Jewels--an homage to Maharaja Bhupinder Singh's iconic Patiala necklace by Cartier. Diljit also carried a lion-headed, jewel-studded kirpan (sword). View this post on Instagram A post shared by TEAM DOSANJH (@teamdiljitglobal) Kiara Advani wears bejewelled umbilical cord chain Actor Kiara Advani, who is expecting her first child debuted in a custom-made Gaurav Gupta couture titled "Bravehearts" at the 2025 edition of the Met Gala. "In creating this piece for Kiara, we wanted to honour her motherhood and pay homage to the bold elegance of Black style. The look bridges continents and histories, merging a deep symbolism with the radical refinement of Black dandyism," the designer said in a post shared on his official Instagram page."A tribute to defiance, legacy, and new beginnings. Bravehearts is built on the spirit of the Black Dandy - those who challenged norms and reshaped culture with grace, strength, and individuality," he added. Kiara, who posed for the shutterbugs at the Met Gala as she caressed her baby bump, looked radiant in the monochrome garment with a gold sculpted breastplate with two hearts - "mother and child, connected by an abstract umbilical cord". View this post on Instagram A post shared by KIARA (@kiaraaliaadvani) Priyanka Chopra's Hollywood glam Fashion met nostalgia, romance, and haute couture as global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas graced the Met Gala 2025 carpet alongside husband and singer Nick Jonas, hand in hand, embodying glamour with a twist of dandy flair. This marks the actress's fifth appearance at the fashion industry's biggest event, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Chopra turned heads in a tailored polka dot suit dress, a bespoke creation by Olivier Rousteing of Balmain, perfectly in sync with the gala's theme: 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style'. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra) Mona Patel walks with robotic dog Indian-American tech entrepreneur and philanthropist Mona Patel walked the blue carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York with a spine and a robotic dog. Dressed in one-of-a-kind custom Thom Browne, Patel walked on the hollow steps of the Met with a robotic dog "Vector," inspired by Thom Browne's Hector Bag. A shirt with a halter-neck peaked through a sharply tailored suit that stayed anchored in back and came together in a black, beaded corset-style bodice that cinched at the waist. View this post on Instagram A post shared by VOGUE India (@vogueindia)
06 May,2025 06:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe buzz around Anupam Kher's directorial debut, 'Tanvi The Great', has elevated a notch higher after actor Boman Irani joined the cast of the film.Boman Irani, known for his iconic character roles in Bollywood, is set to play the role of 'Raza Saab', a musical genius in the highly anticipated film, 'Tanvi The Great'.Taking to his Instagram handle, the actor Anupam announced Boman's role through a poster. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anupam Kher (@anupampkher) While sharing the news, the veteran actor Anupam Kher opened up about his close friendship with Boman Irani, calling him an "asset for life.""Boman Irani is not only a PHENOMENAL actor but also a wonderful human being. Having a friend like him on the sets is an asset for life. When I narrated him just the idea of #TanviTheGreat he immediately said he will be part of our film. His presence and performance in the film is towering! His appreciating nod after every shot meant the world to me! Thank you my dearest Boman for making #RazaSaab so endearingly humane, vulnerable and extremely lovable. The depth you brought to the character makes #Tanvi - GREAT! #Humbled #Gratitude," wrote Anupam Kher. In a press note shared by the makers, Irani said he decided to be part of the film because he was impressed by the concept of 'Tanvi The Great'."The very concept of 'Tanvi The Great' moved me to tears. I had decided to be part of the film in any form. The form came in the shape of the innocence of Raza Saab. Unknown Musical genius! I am proud to be part of this timely film, apart from the fact that my friend Anupam would have it no other way," said Boman Irani. Tanvi The Great is also set to have its world premiere at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, within the Marche du Film.The film is directed by Anupam Kher, while the music is composed by Oscar-winner M.M. Keeravani. It is produced by Anupam Kher Studios and NFDC, in association with Lower Middle Class Corporation. The release date of the movie will be announced soon.The film stars debutant Shubhangi Dutt in the lead roles. 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
06 May,2025 05:30 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIContinuing the musical streak after releasing Koi Naa, Chor Bazari Phir Se, Sawariya Tera, Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films and Sony Music drop yet another energetic track Ting Ling Sajna from its much-anticipated film Bhool Chuk Maaf. This electrifying bachelor party anthem is all set to take over party playlists this season. Set amidst the glitz and glamour of Ranjan Tiwari’s (Rajkummar Rao) bachelor party, Ting Ling Sajna features the ever-radiant Dhanashree Verma in a dazzling dance avatar. With pulsating beats and vibrant choreography, the track perfectly captures the sizzling chemistry between the two. Directed by the talented Karan Sharma and produced by Dinesh Vijan under the Maddock Films banner, Bhool Chuk Maaf stars Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi in lead roles as Ranjan Tiwari and Titli Mishra. The film promises a rollercoaster of laughter, romance, and mayhem, and is scheduled for a worldwide release on 9th May 2025. Penned by the lyrical genius Irshad Kamil and composed and sung by the ever- versatile Tanishk Bagchi along with Madhubanti Bagchi and produced by Tanishk Bagchi & Ganesh Waghela. Ting Ling Sajna bursts with rhythm, colour, and unfiltered fun. It’s energetic, it’s eccentric, and it’s exactly what your playlist was missing! Rajkummar Rao and Dhanashree Verma share thoughts on Ting Ling Sajna Talking about the track, Rajkummar Rao shared, “Ting Ling Sajna is your wild-card entry into pre-wedding madness. I had an absolute blast shooting. It’s high-spirited, vibrant, and completely unhinged in the best way possible!” Actress Dhanashree Verma added, “For me dance has never been about a spectacle. It is about presence, power and expression. Ting Ling Sajna gave me the space to express it with full intensity. It’s the kind of number that makes you want to drop everything and just move! Rajkummar brought an effortless charm to the set, and that made it even more enjoyable. In an industry that often equates visibility with worth and noise with relevance, I chose to move with focus, purpose, and always with respect for the work I do.” Musicians behind Ting Ling Sajna Composer and Singer Tanishk Bagchi added, “We wanted that one song you’d blast from start to finish at the bachelor party, Ting Ling Sajna is that song, Loud, proud, and unapologetically extra. It's got this funky groove that just makes you want to get up and dance. Working with Madhubanti has always been fun.” Lyricist Irshad Kamil said, "With 'Ting Ling Sajna', I wanted to capture the wild, carefree spirit of a bachelor party. The song is bold, and unapologetically fun—just like the characters in Bhool Chuk Maaf.” Singer Madhubanti Bagchi added, “There’s something about dance bangers that never gets old. Ting Ling Sajna brings that joyful chaos to life with a beat that refuses to sit still. With Ting Ling Sajna, we didn’t hold back. We went full throttle on the beats, the energy, and the attitude. This song is all set to capture the dance playlists.” As the countdown to 9th May, 2025 ticks on, Bhool Chuk Maaf just dropped yet another reason to hit play and let loose. So get those dhols ready, prep the lehengas and sherwanis, and let Ting Ling Sajna take over your celebrations.
06 May,2025 05:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPunjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh left desi fans proud with his traditional yet modern appearance at the Met Gala 2025. Diljit honoured his Sikh roots on a global platform as he walked the iconic stairs of the Metropolitan Museum in New York City wearing a turban (a symbol of Sikh identity), a kurta, and a tehmat (a long tunic and draped bottoms). Not only with his look but he also caught eyeballs during his meeting with renowned Colombian singer Shakira. Several images and videos from the fashion night surfaced online.'Before gracing the red carpet, Diljit posed with Shakira and Nicole Scherzinger in what appeared to be a pre-event photoshoot. A while ago, Diljit's team posted a fun clip. In the video, Shakira could be seen capturing candid moments with Diljit and Nicole as they were seated together in a luxurious car. In the selfie video, we can see the 'Waka Waka' hitmaker introducing everyone inside the car. When she panned the camera towards the Punjabi singer, Shakira, in her sweet voice said, "Diljit! Diljit!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by TEAM DOSANJH (@teamdiljitglobal) In response, Diljit enacted a namaste gesture, and then Shakira sent out a message to her Indian fans, saying, 'Hi to India. 'Diljit is among the few invited to dine inside Anna Wintour's exclusive soiree. Met Gala 2025 marked Diljit's debut at Hollywood's biggest fashion night. Interestingly, he became the first turbaned actor-singer to debut at the Met Gala. Diljit's Met Gala look touched the hearts of his fans, as many hailed him and appreciated his thought behind his outfit. "So proud," a social media user commented. "Goosebumps," another one wrote. Both Diljit and Shakira attended the Met Gala 2025 in Nepalese-American fashion designer Prabal Gurung's creations. A day before making his debut at the Met Gala, in a fun post, Diljit shared pictures of the goodies he received from the Met Gala organisers. He also posted a video to share his excitement about attending the grand event. Along with the fun video, the actor added a caption that read, "MET GALA Tomorrow Daso Fer Ki Paiye Kal Nu Halaa Laa Laa Karauni An #metgala." (MET Gala tomorrow, tell me what to wear for tomorrow. I'll make a lot of noise and create a scene.)Apart from Diljit, the Indian stars who were present at the Met Gala this year were Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Kiara Advani, Isha Ambani, and Manish Malhotra. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DILJIT DOSANJH (@diljitdosanjh) 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
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