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- India.com
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Not every journey to stardom begins in Mumbai. For Anjala Zaveri, it started in Hampshire, England, where she grew up in a conservative Gujarati family. But her heart was somewhere else, dancing with dreams shaped by Hindi films. 'I grew up watching Bollywood movies. I used to buy videos from shops, and that's how I fell in love with cinema,' she once shared in an interview. Though academics were the priority back then, fate had something else planned. Discovered by Vinod Khanna, launched with Akshaye Anjala got her big break most unexpected way. While scouting talent in the UK, Vinod Khanna handpicked her for his film Himalaya Putra, which also introduced his son Akshaye Khanna. The film didn't work commercially, but her face and presence did not go unnoticed. Soon after, she appeared in Betaabi and then bagged a role in one of the year's biggest hits, Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya (1998), sharing screen space with Salman Khan, Arbaaz Khan, and Kajol. Why didn't Bollywood work out? Despite working with big names, Bollywood didn't offer her much in terms of longevity or big money. But South cinema welcomed her with open arms. That same year, she made her Telugu debut opposite Chiranjeevi in Choodalani Vundi, and things turned around. Tollywood turned her into a star In the South, she found the recognition that Bollywood couldn't offer. Her performance in Preminchukundam Raa opposite Venkatesh was well-received, and films like Samarasimha Reddy, Shankar Dada MBBS, and Devi Putrudu made her a familiar face in Telugu households. Her last known film was Life Is Beautiful (2012), which also featured Amala Akkineni. Who did Anjala Zaveri marry? After stepping away from the spotlight, Anjala married actor Tarun Arora. Most remember him as 'Anshuman' from Jab We Met, Kareena Kapoor's NRI fiancé. Today, Tarun has reinvented himself as one of the top villains in South Indian cinema. Fame, on her own terms Anjala Zaveri didn't chase headlines, but she left a quiet impact. She might not have had a long Bollywood career, but South cinema gave her the kind of stardom many dream of—without the noise.
Hindustan Times
8 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
UK chef shares love for Indian cuisine in viral video, says Gujarati friends inspired him at age 12
A British chef has won hearts online after sharing the story behind his deep-rooted love for Indian cuisine. Jake Dryan, a UK-based chef and content creator, recently took to Instagram to post a video showcasing a series of Indian dishes he had cooked. A UK chef shared his journey of falling in love with Indian cuisine.(Instagram/plantfuture) (Also read: UK chef makes Mathura Ke Dubki Wale Aloo in viral video, netizens say 'start a restaurant in India') In the caption accompanying the clip, Dryan opened up about his culinary journey and how Indian food became a passion. 'I get asked every day why do you cook so much Indian food? It goes way back to when I was 12, playing in a band with two Gujarati friends,' he wrote. 'Their family would cook for us, shaak, thepla, dhokla. I was obsessed.' From hotel kitchens to cultural appreciation Dryan recalled how his professional training further deepened his connection to Indian food. 'Then I trained as a chef and worked in a hotel kitchen. Most of my colleagues were Indian, and I'd cook for them too. They'd say it tasted like their mum's, that meant everything.' He added that his journey has been a continuous process of learning. 'Since then I've kept learning, cooking, and asking questions. I even did a whole series cooking five dishes from almost every state. But I'm still just scratching the surface.' Take a look here at the post: Internet reacts The video has gone viral with over 2.5 million views and a flood of comments from Indian food lovers, who praised not just his cooking skills but also the genuine respect and sincerity he shows towards Indian cuisine. One user commented, 'The way you honour the food and culture is just beautiful. You're not just cooking, you're preserving memories.' Another wrote, 'Your food looks better than what I've had in some Indian restaurants in London.' A viewer chimed in, 'I'm Gujarati and this made me emotional. Thepla and shaak were my mum's way of showing love.' A fourth said, 'Respect. You took the time to learn not just the recipes but the soul behind them.' Some also admired his dedication to authenticity. 'The masala balance, the plating, everything is on point,' read a comment. Another added, 'You've clearly done your homework. This isn't fusion, this is celebration.'
Hindustan Times
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Varun Dhawan reveals why wife Natasha Dalal might ‘throw me out of the house'
Actor Varun Dhawan has opened up about how fatherhood has changed his life and that he is "trying to be a better dad". Speaking with ETimes, Varun shared he is yet to understand "how much of a kid I can still be or can be". He added that his wife Natasha Dalal "is doing everything" for their daughter Lara. Varun Dhawan talked about Natasha Dalal and their kid, Lara. Varun talks about fatherhood, how Natasha is doing everything for the kid The actor said that after a child is born, women "do practically everything initially". Varun said, "I'm still figuring it out. Like how responsible I have to be, or how much of a kid I can still be or can be... I think men tend to go through this. Right now; Natasha is doing everything, I have to give her credit. The woman does practically everything initially, the man then comes in and becomes useful." Varun shares why wife Natasha might throw him out of house "I'm just enjoying playing with her. Being a dad is a lot of fun right now, and every day I'm trying to be a better dad... I don't think I'm there yet. I do watch TV at a really low volume now, else my wife will throw me out of the house," he added. Varun and Natasha married in an intimate ceremony in 2021. They welcomed their first child, Lara, on June 3, 2024. About Varun's upcoming films Varun will be next seen in the romantic comedy Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari alongside Janhvi Kapoor. Directed by Shashank Khaitan, the film is slated to release in theatres on September 12. It also features Rohit Saraf, Sanya Malhotra, Maniesh Paul, and Akshay Oberoi in prominent roles. It is produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Shashank Khaitan. He also has Border 2 along with Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty in the pipeline. Border 2 is a follow-up to the 1997 blockbuster film Border, which was directed by J P Dutta. The Anurag Singh film is slated to hit the big screen on January 23, 2026, and is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, J P Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta.
