Actor Sukant Goel, who led the acclaimed 2023 Netflix survival thriller series Kaala Paani, is gearing up for the world premiere of his next, Kaisi Ye Paheli, at the upcoming New York Indian Film Festival, in June. The murder mystery, which marks the feature debut of writer-director Ananyabrata Chakravorty, will be screened on June 21. The film also stars veteran actors Sadhana Singh and Rajit Kapur, and Chittaranjan Giri, of Farzi fame. Produced by Take Pictures founded by Chakravorty and Nishu Dikshit, Kaisi Ye Paheli is a dark comedy-murder mystery about a lonely mother’s endless pursuit to bond with her disrespectful son, set in a small town in the hills of Northeast India. While Singh plays the mother, Goel will be seen in the role of the son. Kapur plays a Bengali detective, 28 years after his iconic turn in the TV series Byomkesh Bakshi. Chakravorty, who has also dabbled in acting with projects like Ram Madhvani’s The Waking of a Nation and Varun Grover-directed All India Rank, said the film is an attempt to explore the desires of a person within the role of a mother. "For a film that wasn't tailored for festivals, being recognised by a prestigious one like NYIFF is a huge validation of our efforts. Through this film, I have tried to observe a mother more as a human being with basic, universal desires like love, care and respect, especially from the child to whom she gave something as precious as life itself," he said in a statement. It has been selected in the competition Section and nominated for best Screenplay and best debut film at the festival.
07 May,2025 08:45 PM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka SharmaFilmmaker Karan Johar, who considers actor Shah Rukh Khan a brother and has seen his children grow up in front of him, recently opened up about their upcoming projects. While Suhana Khan made her acting debut with the Netflix film The Archies, she is now looking forward to her big-screen splash with The King, co-starring her superstar father. Meanwhile, Khan’s elder son Aryan Khan is set to make his directorial debut with Ba**ds of Bollywood*. Karan Johar on Suhana Khan's big screen debut In an interview with Raj Shamani, Karan Johar spoke about Shah Rukh Khan’s kids and what people can expect from their upcoming ventures. There is already a lot of buzz around The King, which will mark Suhana’s big-screen debut. “When people see her with her father in The King… They’ll see her on a large scale, and they’ll feel that she is a tremendous talent. She’s going to do phenomenally well. I’m not just saying this because she’s like my daughter—I’m saying this because I believe there is a massive, solid artist in Suhana Khan,” Johar shared. The film will be directed by Siddharth Anand who also directed Pathaan and War. The film boasts of actors like Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Karan Johar on Aryan Khan’s debut show While Johar did not reveal many details about Aryan’s first show, he said it is definitely something to watch out for. “I don’t want to say anything about his Netflix show because he’ll get very angry, but all I’ll say is this: watch out. If there is a King, there will be a Prince. I can say this with confidence because I’ve seen the show. He has an individualistic voice as a director.” Karan further added that Aryan has a “rare personality type” and is nothing like what one might expect from SRK’s son. “He works hard—he works 20 hours a day,” Johar said. The show was officially announced this year at the Netflix 2025 announcement slate. The announcement was made by Shah Rukh Khan himself with a fun teaser video. According to the synopsis shared by Netflix, the series revolves around an ambitious outsider and his friends as they navigate the larger-than-life yet uncertain world of Bollywood. The series blends self-aware humor with a high-stakes narrative — and promises a host of unforgettable cameos, blockbuster thrills, and an adventurous ride into the world of Indian cinema.
07 May,2025 07:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFilmmaker Karan Johar is one of the most popular and influential men of the film industry. He is the owner of Dharma Productions which has made films like Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kal Ho Naa Ho, My Name Is Khan, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani. Recently, the filmmaker spoke about people blaming him for destroying careers and only launching industry members while totally ignoring his contribution to the industry. Karan on career-destroyer tag In a conversation with Raj Shamani, Karan Johar addressed the "career destroyer" tag. He said, "People say iske iska career destroy kiya. Maine kisi ka kuch nahi kiya. Maine bas aapna kaam kiya (People say that I have destroyed careers of many. I have not done anything like that. I just did my job). This is a belief. Negativity travels, positivity doesn’t. Fashion sa hogaya hai burai karne ka (It has become a trend to badmouth people). Love me, hate me, but don't be indifferent to me. You talk so much about it, and that means I matter”. Have launched almost 50 actors: Karan Johar In the interview, Karan also said that people today praise Adarsh Gourav for his talent but never mention that his first film was My Name Is Khan directed by him. “I have worked with all actors. I can share details of actors and other talent who did their first film with us, who were complete outsiders. They started their career with us. I encouraged them to pursue their passion, and they are flourishing today. I never get credit for this". "Why aren’t people talking about Lakshya Lalwani or Raghav Juyal, who are saying Kill turned around things for them? Why aren't you crediting me for that? If I launch one actor who will be an outsider, no one will talk about that. But they will be covering and mention the so-called ‘nepo kids’. I have a whole list.. I have launched 25 directors and almost 50 actors... But why should I give the list to someone? If I have launched 20 outsider directors, they’re meant to be the captains of the ship, then why are you only focusing on the stars. An actor isn’t the sole component behind the success of a film. If I say that a film has worked only because of the star, then I am diminishing the work of the 100 people who’ve worked on the film," he added.
07 May,2025 06:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood stars Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh welcomed their baby girl in September 2024. They have successfully managed to keep their little one away from the limelight and the prying eyes of the paparazzi. The power couple does not intend to expose their bundle of joy to the public or reveal many details about her. Deepika Padukone on motherhood and work-life balance However, in a recent interview with Marie Claire, Deepika Padukone opened up about motherhood and how her daughter Dua has changed her life for the better.“I wouldn't say I'm lost,” she said when asked how she’s handling the transition. “But I wouldn't say I've found [my new identity] either. I feel like I'm navigating it.” Deepika admitted she doesn't know if her life will ever go back to the way it was before the birth of her daughter — especially her professional life, where she had mastered multitasking across her many roles. “I don't know if [work] will be what it used to be before I had a baby, and I don't even know if I want it to be that way… Is [this] my new routine and schedule?” she said, posing the question almost to herself. She also recalled a particularly telling incident when she declined a meeting with a director because she wanted to be home with Dua. “He turned around and said, ‘Oh, looks like she's taking motherhood very seriously,’” she recounted, fixing her face into a quizzical expression. “I don't know if that was a compliment or a jab. What does that mean — taking motherhood seriously? Yeah!” On the guilt aspect Despite the privilege she enjoys as one of the most influential persons of the world and having all the help she needs with her baby, the actress is still navigating and understanding this new role. “I do have to tell myself that your life doesn't end the minute you have a child, and that you do need to get back to your life, or at least a part of your life before you had a baby… But every moment where I'm not able to be with her, there is guilt.” Ranveer Singh on Deepika turning a mother “This is the best version of Deepika I have ever known,” new father Ranveer Singh said in the same interview. “As it is often said, ‘the way you do one thing is the way you do everything.’ That holds true in the case of Deepika as a mother. She is completely present. Absolutely immersed. Extremely attentive, sensitive, caring, and beautifully gentle.”
07 May,2025 05:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIndia woke up to the news every citizen was waiting for. The Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor and carried out missile strikes on terrorist camps in Pakistan and PoK in response to the horrifying Pahalgam terror attack. As the details of Operation Sindoor are just rolling in, several Bollywood celebrities have taken to their social media to praise the Indian military. Bollywood hails the Indian armed forces Riteish Deshmukh took to his X account at around 3:00 am, soon after the news of Operation Sindoor broke, and while reacting to it, wrote, “Jai Hind Ki Sena… भारत माता की जय !!!! #OperationSindoor” Jai Hind Ki Sena … भारत माता की जय !!!! #OperationSindoor pic.twitter.com/OtjxdLJskC — Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) May 6, 2025 Nimrat Kaur also took to her X and shared, “United with our forces. One country. One mission. #JaiHind #OperationSindoor.” Meanwhile, ace filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar also tweeted about the biggest news of the day and wrote, “Our prayers are with our forces. One nation, together we stand. Jai Hind, Vande Mataram.” United with our forces. One country. One mission. #JaiHind 🇮🇳 #OperationSindoor@narendramodi @SpokespersonMoD @rajnathsingh pic.twitter.com/EsWURU6fRc — Nimrat Kaur (@NimratOfficial) May 7, 2025 Vivek Oberoi took to his X, formerly Twitter, and penned a long note, as he lavished praise on the Indian forces for their acute sense of precision. He wrote, “Terror shall not prevail, India's spirit and power shall keep rising to reclaim the light and ensure such darkness never again stains our sacred soil. The world must stand united against the evil of terror. Let’s not fall prey to propaganda that tries to divide us, this is not a war against any religion or nation, it’s a war against terror”. “Operation Sindoor is a revenge for the tears of the widows of India and a stern warning to the terrorists that their evil deeds will no longer go unpunished”, he added. Praising the armed forces for giving a befitting response after the Pahalgam attack, Mohanlal wrote on his official X account, "We wore Sindoor not just as a tradition, but as a symbol of our unwavering resolve. Challenge us and we will rise, fearless and stronger than ever. Saluting every brave heart of the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and BSF. Your courage fuels our pride. Jai Hind!" We wore Sindoor not just as a tradition, but as a symbol of our unwavering resolve.Challenge us and we will rise, fearless and stronger than ever.Saluting every brave heart of the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and BSF.Your courage fuels our pride. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳… — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) May 7, 2025 Several other members from the entertainment industry hailed the Indian Army for destroying the terror camps. Superstar Rajinikanth penned on X, "The fighter's fight begins... No stopping until the mission is accomplished! The entire NATION is with you." The fighter's fight begins... No stopping until the mission is accomplished!The entire NATION is with you. @PMOIndia @HMOIndia#OperationSindoorJAI HIND 🇮🇳 — Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) May 7, 2025 Mammootty mentioned on his official X handle, "Salute to our Real heroes! #OperationSindoor proved again, When the nation calls, The #IndianArmy answers. Thank you for saving lives and restoring hope. You Make The Nation Proud. Jai Hind !" Pawan Kalyan shared a note in Hindi on social media that read, “Where there is no valor, there is the decay of virtue. Where there is no valor, selfishness triumphs. - Dinakar Decades of endurance... endurance! To the brave leadership of the three armed forces, who, after excessive endurance, rekindled the spirit of valor in the entire nation of India through ‘Operation Sindoor’, and to the Honorable Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, who stood unwaveringly with them, heartfelt thanks...!! We are with you, always. Jai Hind!!" Prominent figures from the film and television industries took to social media to salute the courage, precision, and professionalism of the Indian armed forces. Celebrities such as Ajay Devgn, Chiranjeevi Konidela, Akshay Kumar, Sonu Sood, Anupam Kher, and Vidya Balan were among the many who expressed heartfelt tributes and support for the operation. About Operation Sindoor The operation, which was greenlit following a high-level security meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 29, included strikes on key strongholds of banned terror outfits. As per PTI, these included Jaish-e-Mohammad’s base in Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba’s sprawling markaz in Muridke, located near Lahore. Additional targets in PoK included Kotli and Muzaffarabad, regions known to host camps and training grounds for both LeT and JeM. The Indian Ministry of Defence, in a statement issued at 1:44 am IST, confirmed the launch of Operation Sindoor, stating: “A little while ago, the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘Operation Sindoor,’ hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir from where terrorist attacks against India have been planned and directed.” The strikes, the ministry noted, were “focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature,” and did not target any Pakistani military facilities. “India has demonstrated considerable restraint in the selection of targets and method of execution,” the official statement said. All nine targets were successfully hit, and the operation was being monitored closely by Prime Minister Modi. The name ‘Sindoor’ symbolically references the red vermilion worn by married Hindu women — a poignant tribute given that several women lost their husbands in the Pahalgam attack, including an Indian Navy officer.
07 May,2025 03:29 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVeteran actor Farida Jalal, who was last seen in the Sanjay Leela Bhansali-helmed web series Heeramandi, took the internet by storm with her dance moves. A viral video shows Farida grooving to the song Koi Shehri Babu from the 1973 film Loafer, which originally featured her with Mumtaz. Watch the video below. Farida Jalal ji 😭😭❤️🤌 pic.twitter.com/bva7ZEeqyS — sky (@shiptothesky) May 6, 2025 Farida Jalal’s cute dance moves Clad in a floral salwar suit, Farida Jalal can be seen recreating the thumkas 52 years later with the cutest facial expressions as she shakes a leg to the catchy song. Loafer, directed by A. Bhimsingh, stars Dharmendra, Mumtaz in lead roles, with Om Prakash, Premnath, and K. N. Singh in other important roles. The music was composed by Laxmikant-Pyarelal. Koi Shehri Babu, sung by Asha Bhosle, shows Farida and Mumtaz as friends. Farida Jalal’s work front Farida started her journey at 17 with the film Taqdeer, a role offered to her by Tarachand Barjatya, grandfather of Sooraj Barjatya. She went on to essay several characters in cinema, both mainstream and parallel films, but the first phase of her getting typecast started when she was offered the role of Dilip Kumar's sister in Gopi. What followed was a string of roles of the hero's sister where she went on to work with the likes of Dharmendra, Jeetendra, Manoj Kumar, Sanjeev Kumar, and Amitabh Bachchan. The actress changed gears and ventured into the space of playing motherly roles in the 1990s. Who could forget her terrific stint as an empathetic mother to Kajol in the landmark film of Hindi cinema, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, followed by Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. The actor has kept a good mix of cinema and television in her illustrious career. She has been a part of the iconic Indian sitcom Dekh Bhai Dekh and the drama show Balika Vadhu. Heeramandi saw her essaying the role of Qudsia Begum, the grandmother to Taha Shah Badussha’s character of Tajdar, Nawab. In the show, she essays the grandmother with a similar flair, brewing a heartwarming concoction of friendship and compassion with Tajdar. Her upcoming project was Abir Gulaal, which courted controversy after the Pahalgam terror attack.
07 May,2025 01:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor-singer Suchitra Krishnamoorthi resumes work with her podcast, The Music Stories, a one-stop destination highlighting forgotten musicians, unsung harmonies, gharanas steeped in tradition, and the science of sound itself. Beyond her work, Suchitra is a loving mother to Kaveri Kapur, who stepped into showbiz with the 2025 romantic comedy Bobby Aur Rishi Ki Love Story. With Mother’s Day 2025 around the corner, Suchitra gets candid about her journey to motherhood, dealing with postpartum, the effect of separation from Shekhar Kapur, and more. Suchitra Krishnamoorthi on a difficult postpartum Recalling the day she found out she’d be a mother, Suchitra remembers that it all started with her incessant craving for cheese. The nausea kicked in, and the confirmed pregnancy took her by surprise. However, the postpartum period was severe. She explains, “I was living alone in London, I had no family around me, and my body and my mind reacted very, extremely. I would have crying bouts. I would have very deep pits that my mind would fall into. I was not able to come out of it for a long time, and I couldn't understand what was going on. I had to take therapy.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Suchitra Krishnamoorthi (@suchitrapublic) She added that it was “quite bad” and had to take medication for a while. “This is something many women experience and are too embarrassed to reach for help or even admit that it's happening to them. They're told, ‘What nonsense, put your child first, just ignore how you're feeling,’ but if you're not feeling good, you cannot be a good mother. So I feel it's very important to get the right help at the right time,” maintained Suchitra. Suchitra on her separation from filmmaker Shekhar Kapur Suchitra married filmmaker Shekhar Kapur in 1999 but divorced in 2007. When asked if it was challenging as a parent, she agreed that it was in terms of emotionally, financially, and socially, but she dealt with it one day at a time. “There is no formula. You have to take it as it comes and keep your mind open and fluid to do whatever it takes to make things work,” she says. Is Suchitra a tiger mom when it comes to daughter Kaveri? Suchitra’s daughter Kaveri decided to follow in her mother’s footsteps and embraced acting. Did the '90s star feel hesitant about it? She states, “Not at all.” Does she consider herself to be a tiger mom - someone who is very much invested in their child’s career and life choices? Suchitra says that although she wouldn’t be as involved on the work front, she indeed cares about Kaveri’s well-being. “I'm interested that she be well, she be looked after, and she enjoy herself, and I will do everything to facilitate that. Am I going to dictate what she has to do? No way. And she's too much of an artist to allow that kind of interference from me or her father (Shekhar Kapur). And we respect the artistic journey too much to even impose on her. I want her to feel protected and safe, and that's my job, and I'll do it fiercely.”
07 May,2025 12:37 PM IST | Mumbai | Oshin FernandesBollywood had its own dominance this year at the Met Gala with three of the biggest debuts and several stunning appearances. As the biggest fashion event has now wrapped, did you notice that Diljit Dosanjh broke one of the most important rules of the Met Gala? Surprised? Read on to find out which rule Diljit Dosanjh broke at Hollywood's biggest fashion event while making his debut. Diljit Dosanjh broke this Met Gala rule Well, the Met Gala has a very strict policy of no pictures or videos inside the venue. Still, Diljit Dosanjh gave us a rare glimpse from inside the event as he posed for a picture with Priyanka Chopra. The picture also featured Priyanka's husband Nick Jonas and global pop sensation Shakira. While sharing this picture, clicked inside the venue, Diljit tagged Priyanka, Nick, and Shakira and added Shakira's "Hips Don't Lie" as the background music. In the picture, Priyanka can be seen standing next to Diljit as they strike a pose. Others who broke the no-phone policy Even Kim Kardashian shot a video of herself and her close friends Lala Anthony and Ciara inside the venue while grooving to some T-Pain music. Meanwhile, Megan Thee Stallion gave fans a peek into the awesome afterparty. Priyanka and Diljit at the Met Gala Power couple Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas walked the blue carpet of the Met Gala 2025, radiating elegance and high fashion drama as they made an appearance together, walking hand in hand. The couple was seen rocking colour-coordinated outfits while they celebrated the Superfine: Tailoring Black Style theme of the year. Diljit Dosanjh also made his Met Gala debut this year in a custom Prabal Gurung outfit. His look, which included an ivory sherwani-inspired suit with a sword, turban, and grand cape, paid tribute to Patiala's Maharaja Bhupinder Singh. More Indians at the Met Gala 2025 Apart from Diljit and Priyanka, the Indian stars who were present at the Met Gala this year were Shah Rukh Khan, Mona Patel, Kiara Advani, Isha Ambani, and Manish Malhotra. While Shah Rukh Khan debuted in Sabyasachi, Kiara Advani wore custom Gaurav Gupta. The actress turned heads as she flaunted her baby bump.
07 May,2025 11:02 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOn 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, a production and distribution house from South India, 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 10:23 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar Basu | Komal RJ PanchalVeteran actress Jaya Prada took to social media to share heartwarming glimpses of her light-hearted moments with Bollywood legend Dharmendra. Taking to Instagram, the actress shared a sweet video, offering a glimpse into her warm camaraderie with Dharmendra. In the heartwarming clip, the two legendary stars are seen sitting together on a couch, watching something on a phone, smiling, and engaging in a warm conversation. Their faces light up with smiles, reflecting the ease and affection of a long-standing friendship. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jaya Prada (@jayapradaofficial) Sharing this heartfelt moment, Jaya wrote for the caption, “The Lighter Moments With One & Only Legend Dharam Ji16 movies with Dharam Ji 1. Qayamat 1983 2. Insaaf Kaun Karega 1984 3. Dharm Aur Qanoon 1984 4. Ganga Tere Desh Mein 1988 5. Mardon Wali Baat 1988 6. Elaan-E-Jung 1989 7. Shehzaade 1989 8. Kanoon Ki Zanjeer 1990 9. Farishtay 1991 10. Kundan 1993 11. Paappi Devataa 1995 12. Maidan-E-Jung 1995 13. Veer 1995 14. Zulm-O-Sitam 1998 15. Loh Purush 1999 16. Nyaydaata 1999.” (sic) A few days ago, the actress had posted cheerful photos where she was seen striking poses with Dharmendra. Jaya captioned the post, “Today met one of my most respected co-artists in Mumbai - none other superstar legend respected Dharmendra ji at his residence and refreshed many old memories Dharm ji I wish god you always be happy and healthy @aapkadharam.” The 'Sholay' actor also posted their photos and wrote, “Jaya prada, my lovely co - star came to see me today along with loving family friends of her .i am extremely happy to see them all.”(sic) Interestingly, Dharmendra and Jaya Prada have shared the screen in a string of successful films, creating a memorable on-screen pairing over the years. From action-packed dramas to emotional sagas, the duo has been part of several popular movies like "Insaaf Kaun Karega,” “Dharm Aur Qanoon,” “Ganga Tere Desh Mein,” “Mardon Wali Baat,” and “Maidan-E-Jung,” among others. 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
07 May,2025 10:04 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Sonam Kapoor said 'love you' as she fondly remembered dadi Nirmal Kapoor through a lovely social media post. Sonam shared some unseen pictures of herself with her grandmother on her Instagram handle and stated the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra in the caption. "Love you Dadi. Om Try-Ambakam Yajaamahe...Sugandhim Pusstti-Vardhanam...Urvaarukam-Iva Bandhanaan..Mrtyor-Mukssiiya Maa-[A]mrtaat ||," she penned. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sonam A Kapoor (@sonamkapoor) In addition to this, Anshula Kapoor also dropped a heartfelt note for her dadi. She revealed that her love language was feeding people. Anshula penned, "Dadi...If you knew her, you know that her love language was feeding people. And how fluently she spoke it! She held us together, she held us accountable. And she held on for as long as her body would allow her, until I think she decided that she misses Dadu too much to keep holding on. I hope they’ve found each other up above." "She taught me that the best way to love someone is to feed them, heart first. And I think this is the lesson I will carry with me for life. Love you dadi," the note concluded. Furthermore, Anil Kapoor also remembered the "remarkable woman," who was responsible for keeping the family together. "My mother touched so many lives, not just directly but through the people she nurtured, supported, and loved. She was one of those remarkable women who never stood in the spotlight but whose strength held everyone together. A silent pillar, always smiling, always caring, always bringing warmth to those around her," the 'Mr India actor's post read. "She was the glue that kept our family close, from our children to our grandchildren, and even our extended family and friends. Her love reached far and wide, and it’s clear from the outpouring of messages and affection that she made a lasting impact on so many hearts", Anil added. Nirmal Kapoor passed away on May 2 at 90 at Kokilaben Ambani Hospital, Mumbai due to health-related issues. 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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