Nushrrat Bharuccha recently revealed that she auditioned for the role of Latika in Danny Boyle’s Slumdog Millionaire and got rejected for being too pretty
(From left) Vaani Kapoor and Fawad Khan in a still from the trailer of Abir Gulaal
Too pretty to look poor
Nushrrat Bharuccha recently revealed that she auditioned for the role of Latika in Danny Boyle’s Oscar-winning film Slumdog Millionaire (2008). The role was ultimately portrayed by Freida Pinto. She claimed that she was told she was “too pretty” to play a slum girl. Nushrrat initially found the reason puzzling but later realised it made sense after watching the film, acknowledging that she wouldn’t have fit the role. She said that she understood the director’s perspective, noting that the character’s evolution wouldn’t have been believable with her in the film. On the work front, she was last seen in Chhorii 2, streaming on OTT.
Love in Mumbai summers
Ananya Panday and Walker Blanco
Ananya Panday was recently spotted on a lunch date with rumoured boyfriend Walker Blanco, in Mumbai. Ananya looked beautiful in an easy-breezy summer outfit as she paired a powder blue top and white pants, while Walker, a former American model from Chicago, kept his look simple in a white t-shirt and khaki pants. Rumours about the two dating have been circulating for a while, with Walker previously sharing a sweet birthday tribute for Ananya, writing, “Happy birthday, beautiful. You are so special. I love you, Anniee!” Neither Ananya nor Walker has confirmed their relationship status. Ananya was previously linked to actor Aditya Roy Kapur but they reportedly parted ways last year.
Dance to a dreamy debut
Dhanashree Verma
Choreographer Dhanashree Verma is reportedly set to make her acting debut in the Telugu film, Akasam Daati Vastaava, a dance-centric film produced by Dil Raju. The movie, directed by Sri Sasi Kumar, will apparently feature a fresh star cast, details of which are still under wraps. Dhanashree, known for her work in music videos like Kamsin kali and Baby girl, is transitioning from choreography to cinema. More details on her role are awaited. She was recently in news following her divorce from cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal.
Kesari ka matlab Akshay
Akshay Kumar
Karan Singh Tyagi, director of Kesari Chapter 2, revealed that the film was initially without a title until Akshay Kumar suggested it. The filmmaker praised the title, saying it signifies revolution, valour, and bravery, perfectly capturing the film’s essence. The movie, also starring R Madhavan, and Ananya Panday, has reportedly crossed R40 crore at the box office. Karan also hinted at future instalments, confirming that Akshay will lead them all, bringing forth stories of unsung heroes. “Akshay will spearhead them all... He’s synonymous with Kesari and stories of unsung heroes and their bravery and sacrifice.” On the work front, Akshay will next be seen in Welcome to the Jungle, Housefull 5, Bhooth Bangla, and many more.
One Sita to another
Sai Pallavi and Srinidhi Shetty
Srinidhi Shetty recently revealed that she was initially considered for the role of Sita in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, opposite Ranbir Kapoor. She shared that she gave a screen test and received a great response, but she turned down the role as she felt that reprising a partnership with Yash, with whom she shared on-screen chemistry in KGF: Chapter 2, but this time as adversaries, might not work well with audience. Talking about Sai Pallavi playing Sita in the movie, she said, “I feel she is a great choice.”
Red lipsticks are for royalty
Sakshi Tanwar
Sakshi Tanwar, known for her roles in TV shows like Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki and Bade Achhe Lagte Hain, is playing a maharani in The Royals. Sharing her experience playing a royal in the Netflix series, she said, “For the longest time, I have played characters on the other side of the table. So, I have always been an aam kumari. I have not even seen this life in real, forget about experiencing it. I come from a basic background. When I got a call for this character, I thought this couldn’t be true. Rangita [Nandy, producer] would insist I put red lipstick and I would say, ‘No let’s go with a neutral shade,’” she laughed.
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