'Sitaare Zameen Par' actor Genelia D'Souza performs Vat Savitri Puja; expresses love for Riteish Deshmukh
Genelia D'Souza celebrated Vat Purnima with a traditional puja, praying for husband Riteish Deshmukh's health. She shared a heartfelt video on Instagram, expressing her love. Riteish responded emotionally. The couple, married since 2012, continue thriving personally and professionally with upcoming projects in Bollywood.
Apart from her acting career, Genelia D'Souza is known for being a loving wife to actor
Riteish Deshmukh
. On Tuesday, she observed the sacred Vat Purnima festival by conducting a traditional puja at home.
She shared a heartfelt video on Instagram, capturing her sincere prayers and devotion for Riteish's health and longevity.
Traditional Rituals and Heartfelt Message
Genelia embraced the traditional spirit, looking radiant in a beautiful white and yellow anarkali suit. As part of the festival rituals, she was seen tying sacred threads around a banyan tree. Posting the video on Instagram, she affectionately wrote, 'Dearest Navra, I love you – Busss," and tagged her husband, Riteish.
Watch the video here:
Riteish's Emotional Response
Deeply touched by Genelia's sweet gesture, Riteish shared the video again on Instagram along with a heartfelt message. He expressed, 'Dearest Baiko, Genelia – am truly blessed to have you in my life. You are my anchor, my force, the wind beneath my wings, my life – I love you."
A Love Story That Began on Screen
Genelia and Riteish's love story began on the set of 'Tujhe Meri Kasam' in 2003, where they first met.
Their friendship blossomed into love, and after several years of dating, they got married in 2012. Today, the couple happily raise their two sons, Riaan and Rahyl.
Upcoming Projects
On the work front, Genelia is all set to star in the much-anticipated film 'Sitaare Zameen Par', featuring Aamir Khan in the lead role. Directed by RS Prasanna, this sports drama has been generating a lot of excitement online and is slated for release on June 20. The movie also introduces ten fresh faces, including Aroush Datta and
Gopi Krishna
Varma.
Meanwhile, Riteish has been receiving widespread appreciation for his latest film 'Housefull 5'. His next venture, 'Raja Shivaji', features an ensemble cast including Sanjay Dutt,
Abhishek Bachchan
,
Mahesh Manjrekar
, and others. The much-awaited movie is expected to hit theaters in 2026.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Ballerina box office prediction day 1: Ana de Armas, Keanu Reeves' John Wick spinoff may earn around Rs 8 crore in India
Ballerina box office prediction day 1: Ballerina, which hit the screens in India on June 13, has created a fair deal of buzz among fans with its stylish trailer. The fact that it is set in the same universe as Keanu Reeves' John Wick films too has added to the curiosity around it. These factors are likely to help it open to a good response at the Indian box office. Ballerina box office prediction day 1: A good star on the cards Ana de Armas is in the limelight because of her latest film Ballerina, which arrived in theatres in India today. According to Ramesh Bala, a trade analyst, the action thriller is set to collect between Rs 5 crore to Rs 8 crore on the first day. 'It is a spinoff of John Wick. Reeves' film is popular here. Therefore, I see it grossing between Rs 5 crore and 8 crore. It will do well in the South especially as it faces no competition,' he told Indiatimes. Ballerina is unlikely to face competition from Housefull 5, which was released last week, as both films cater to different audiences. The former is meant for an urban youth audience. The latter, on the other hand, caters more the family audiences. Thug Life too won't be a problem for Ballerina as it has failed to impress even Kamal Haasan's ardent fans. About Ballerina Ballerina is an action thriller directed by Len Wiseman. It revolves around the life of an assassin and is a sidequel to . John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum. It stars Ana de Armas, Gabriel Byrne, Norman Reedus, Keanu Reeves, and the late Lance Reddick.
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Time of India
‘Kesari Chapter 2' OTT release: When and where to watch Akshay Kumar and R. Madhavan starrer historical courtroom drama
On the one hand, where Akshay Kumar 's slapstick comedy 'Housefull 5' is enjoying the regions at the box office, his earlier released historical courtroom drama 'Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh' is ready to hook the audience via OTT release. The movie, which was released in theatres on April 18, 2025, will now be available for online streaming. When and where to watch Kesari 2 online After celebrating a 50-day theatrical run, 'Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh' is released on June 13 on JioHotsar. Lauded for its gripping storyline and stellar performances, the movie is now available for streaming from the comfort of your home. 'Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh' This courtroom drama is based on the book 'The Case That Shook the Empire' by Raghu and Pushpa Palat. The film follows C. Sankaran Nair, an Indian barrister and member of the Viceroy's Council, who was initially asked to investigate the Jallianwala Bagh massacre by the British. They expected Nair to make a report in their favor, but as the barrister unfolded one layer after another of the horrific incident, he decided to challenge the British Empire's narrative. The film is headlined by Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan, and Ananya Panday, playing the roles of barrister C. Sankaran Nair, advocate Neville McKinley, and law student Dilreet Gill, respectively. There's also Regina Cassandra as Parvathy Nair, Sankaran's wife, Simon Paisley Day as General Reginald Dyer, Alexx O'Nell as Lord Chelmsford, Amit Sial as Tirath Singh, Mark Bennington as Michael O'Dwyer, and many other talented artists in pivotal roles. Kesari 2 Review: With a rating of 3.5 stars, the ETimes review of the movie states, "The tight narrative is anchored by Akshay Kumar, who shines as the brilliant and courageous Sankaran. R Madhavan is equally formidable, delivering a controlled yet intense performance. Ananya Panday, as Sankaran's co-counsel Dilreet Gill and a catalyst in the legal battle, is impactful. Her portrayal blends realism with nervousness as she takes on the mighty Empire, transforming from a hesitant first-timer in court to a fiery cross-examiner in a key sequence. "
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Time of India
‘Housefull 5' Box Office collection day 7: Akshay Kumar's film dips on Thursday, earns over Rs 6 crore; touches Rs 127 crore
Tarun Mansukhani's comedy entertainer 'Housefull 5' got off to a flying start when it hit cinemas on 6 June 2025. Despite mixed reviews from both critics and fans, the film opened strong at the box office. Starring Akshay Kumar , Riteish Deshmukh and Abhishek Bachchan, the film was released in two versions – Version A and Version B – and attracted large crowds during its opening weekend. Day 7 collection: A noticeable dip After a solid start, the film saw a sharp drop in its collections from Day 4 onwards. According to early estimates by Sacnilk, 'Housefull 5' earned around Rs 6.75 crore (India net) on Day 7, Thursday. This brings the film's total to a strong Rs 127 crore at the Indian box office. Breakdown of 7-day collection Here's a look at how the film performed over its first week: Day 1 [Friday]: Rs 24.00 crore Day 2 [Saturday]: Rs 31.00 crore Day 3 [Sunday]: Rs 32.50 crore Day 4 [Monday]: Rs 13.00 crore Day 5 [Tuesday]: Rs 11.25 crore Day 6 [Wednesday]: Rs 8.50 crore Day 7 [Thursday]: Rs 6.75 crore (early estimate) Total India Net: Rs 127.00 crore Occupancy on day 7 On Thursday, 12 June, 'Housefull 5' recorded a total Hindi occupancy of 12.17%, showing a clear weekday dip after a strong weekend. The morning shows saw just 6.66% turnout, while the afternoon shows improved slightly at 14.19%. Evening and night shows performed better with 12.37% and 15.46% occupancy respectively. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Tired of High Power Bills? Plug in This Device elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo Although the start of the day was slow, the film managed to attract decent crowds later in the day, especially during the evening and night slots across theatres. A star-studded cast adds to the fun The film brings back familiar faces and introduces new ones in a massive cast. Alongside Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan and Riteish Deshmukh, the film also stars Jacqueline Fernandez , Sonam Bajwa, Nargis Fakhri and Soundarya Sharma in lead roles. Other well-known names in the cast include Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff , Nana Patekar, Chunky Panday, Johnny Lever , Shreyas Talpade, Dino Morea , Ranjit, Nikitin Dheer, Chitrangda Singh and Fardeen Khan. With such a large ensemble, the film offers a mix of comedy, confusion and chaos – a trademark of the 'Housefull' series. Akshay Kumar's Housefull 5 Surpasses Salman Khan's Sikandar at the Box Office
