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Time of India
14 minutes ago
- Time of India
Exclusive - Krishna Shroff on father Jackie and brother Tiger Shroff's reaction to her participation in Chhoriyan Chali Gaon; says 'Dad was so thrilled when he learned about this'
After showing her daredevil side in Khatron Ke Khiladi, Krishna Shroff is all set to take on a new challenge head on by participating in Chhoriyan Chali Gaon. In this upcoming reality show, eleven popular female celebrities will take on the challenge of living in a village for 60 days, without any modern comforts. Embracing a completely desi lifestyle, they will have to manage daily chores, traditions, and rural routines just like the locals. Before leaving for the show, Krishna spoke exclusively to Times of India TV and opened up about father Jackie and brother Tiger Shroff 's reaction to her participation in the show. Speaking about her family's reaction, Krishna shared, "My father was so thrilled when he learned about this, he was like, 'You have to do this.' All that he believes in, all that he promotes, this show represents that. I feel like by going through this process, I'll get to know him better. As long as I've got him, I'm invincible. He's my strength. I always carry him around in my heart and I want to make him proud." She added, "My brother was like, 'Are you sure you want to do this?' He knows how much I love my comfort. My mother is excited about the idea but anxious about the time away. We're very close. This distance is new to both of us, but I think we'll emerge from it stronger." Krishna Shroff revealed that signing up for "Chhoriyaan Chali Gao" wasn't all about leaving the comfort of her city life, it was about embracing discomfort for growth. "At a very young age, I've always been adventurous and competitive. Anything that challenges me really intrigues me. I think more than transitioning from urban to village life, what's actually going to be challenging is to be away from my family for such a long time. But I know I'll return stronger, more independent." When asked why she opted for another reality show after Khatron Ke Khiladi, Krishna revealed, "I enjoy the reality space. It's raw, real, and fun. Being yourself and getting paid for it? That's the dream. And these shows go to huge platforms. I get to engage with a loyal and loving audience. The reality of space allows me to be myself. I enjoy introducing people to who I am not a character, not a filtered me. Just Krishna. I enjoy it when people know me. " Chhoriyan Chali Gaon will be hosted by Rannvijay Singh Singha and will air from August 3. Khatron Ke Khiladi 14's Krishna Shroff On Journey, Jackie-Tiger Shroff's Reaction, Asim-Abhishek's Fight
The Print
10 hours ago
- The Print
Mumbai is seeing a big fat family drama. Priya in, Rani out & saas-bahu saga rules
Maybe the popular Bambaiya slang, ' bhandaa phodna (breaking the pot)', comes from this festival. The phrase defies easy translation, but when someone is accused of breaking someone else's bhaanda , watch out! There's big trouble ahead. It's a street festival like no other, with wildly cheering crowds encouraging daredevil Govindas to climb higher and higher until they reach the handi (earthen pot), and break it to claim the prize money. All eyes will be on which political party indulges in the 'mine is bigger than yours' game. I'm referring to the size of the handi and the prize money, of course. Mumbai is getting ready to kickstart the festival season with Janmashtami, celebrated on the eighth day of the Krishna Paksha in Shravan Maas. This year, Gokulashtami falls on 16 August, and our agile Govindas are busy rehearsing for the annual ritual—the gravity-defying human pyramids. Of 'bhandaas' & bahus Lots of gigantic bhandaas are being broken in Delhi right now. Let's call it the latest high–profile 'saas-bahu society saga' in overdrive. On paper, it is being presented as a corporate battle. At the centre of the drama is grieving matriarch Rani Kapur, attempting to reclaim her rights to an empire established by her late husband, Surinder Kapur, after the death of her only son, Sunjay (53). The family bhaanda was dramatically broken by Rani recently, when she issued a statement—her first after the tragedy—challenging the veracity of the information around Sunjay's untimely death on 12 June during a polo fixture in Windsor. She labelled the hasty findings 'highly suspicious'. The heartbreaking news of Sunjay's passing caused ripples across the country. The freaky bee story sounded beyond bizarre. Who dies like this? Allegedly, an errant bee had flown straight into Sunjay's wide–open mouth and got stuck in his windpipe, choking him to death. Why would a seasoned, competent polo player (captain of his team), keep his mouth wide open during a high-velocity chukker, while riding a galloping pony? Hours after the terrible news broke, a sneaked video surfaced, showing paramedics administering CPR as Sunjay lay lifeless on the ground. Quick question: Was the bee found? There was a post-mortem, right? A high-profile death of a billionaire celebrity under unusual circumstances inevitably generates controversy. Wild stories did the rounds inside swanky salons across continents. Despite rumours, the Kapur clan was united in grief. Or, so it appeared to the watching world that followed the Delhi funeral coverage on 19 June. Sunjay's three wives (just two present at the funeral) were not warring, the loyalists insisted. Everyone agreed the sad occasion was conducted with dignity and restraint. The blended parivaar participated in the funeral rites together—they were all there to stand by one another, particularly to support an emotionally shattered Rani, through her darkest hour. 'So civilised,' social media chorused. Phut! The bhaanda broke. Things turned ugly. Also read: Maharashtra's language war reaches West Bengal. Actor Prosenjit Chatterjee is the first victim 'Cherchez la femme' How did Mumbai see this debacle? The way it sees most things: 'Who gets the money?' Mumbai, the city of dhanda (business), gets to the point very quickly. Cuts to the chase. Nobody wastes a minute on emotions. So it was when the news first broke. 'Oh… Sunjay Kapur… that Delhi dude. Wasn't he married to Lolo?'' Identifying actor Karisma Kapoor in a familiar way as 'Lolo' to establish a bond that does not exist, but sounds like it does. 'How much will she get? Are the kids mentioned in his will?' The sad story became all about money and the millions she was likely to inherit. Then came the funeral in Delhi. 'Surely Bebo (Kareena Kapoor, to you) and Saif will attend?' They did. Sunjay's widow, former model and bizwoman Priya Sachdev Kapur, barely figured in Mumbai media's breathless coverage. The story quickly died once the cremation was over and Lolo-Bebo-Saif jetted back to Mumbai. Till another bhaanda broke last week. Rani struck back. Her narrative has found several sympathisers—mainly affluent senior citizens who have erroneously, foolishly, trustingly signed over their wealth and power to their children during their own lifetime. Rani's letter to shareholders and the Sona Comstar board was made public by senior advocate Vaibhav Gaggar. In Mumbai, inevitable comparisons to industrialist Vijaypat Singhania's sorry tale did the rounds—there were far too many parallels. Both individuals were former Chairpersons of their respective empires and had handed over the company on a platter to an offspring. Like Rani, Vijaypat too expressed anguish and deep disappointment when he discovered he had voluntarily given up a fortune. 'I was made to sign documents under coercion,' Rani said, echoing Vijaypat's lament. While social circles in Delhi speculate and take sides, so far, the odds favour the widow over the mother, purely on technical grounds. The centre stage has been smoothly grabbed by Priya Sachdev in the tumultuous Rs 30,000 crore succession battle. Despite Rani's strident protestations, the AGM happened on 25 July. And Priya waltzed into the boardroom, leaving Rani out in the cold. 'Cherchez la femme,' the French say. When there's trouble, 'Look for the woman'. In this case, who is going to cherchez which femme? 'Leave it to the courts to decide,' is the considered view from Malabar Hill. Like there is any other choice. Unless there are more bhandaas still left to be broken. Shobhaa De is an author, columnist, social commentator, and opinion-shaper. She has written 20 books. She tweets @DeShobhaa. Views are personal. (Edited by Prasanna Bachchhav)
India Today
3 days ago
- India Today
Smriti Irani, Ektaa Kapoor to visit Nathdwara temple ahead of Kyunki reboot
With just days to go for the premiere of 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' Season 2, the excitement around the return of one of Indian television's most iconic shows is at an all-time high. As part of the promotional run-up, producer Ektaa Kapoor and lead actor Smriti Irani will visit the famous Nathdwara Temple near Udaipur, Rajasthan, on July 27 to seek blessings ahead of the show's official launch on July Irani's return as Tulsi Virani in the new season has already made fans emotional. The recently released promo is full of old memories and values that once made the show a favourite in every home. As promotions continue online, the upcoming temple visit is seen as a way to seek blessings and mark a new beginning for the beloved Temple, near Udaipur in Rajasthan, is one of the most famous temples dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is known for worshipping Shrinathji, a form of Krishna shown as a young boy lifting the Govardhan hill. The temple is over 300 years old and is a big spiritual centre for devotees, especially those from the Pushtimarg tradition. Speaking exclusively to India Today's sister channel Aaj Tak, Smriti Irani reflected on the legacy of 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' and how it reshaped the landscape of Indian television. She said the show not only became a prime-time hit but also gave jobs and opportunities to many people, including aired in 2000, 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' became a cult favourite and left a strong impact on generations of viewers. Now, as the show returns, the makers promise a fresh story while keeping the original emotion and charm alive.- EndsMust Watch
