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9 hours ago
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It Was A Bigg Boss 17 Reunion At Munawar Faruqui's First Copy Success Party
Last Updated: Vicky Jain, Ankita Lokhande and Samarth Jurel's friendship deepened during their time at Bigg Boss 17. The makers of First Copy, featuring Munawar Faruqui, organised a grand success party in Mumbai on Thursday, July 24. The success party was indeed a star-studded affair, as celebrities and A-listers attended the glamorous event in full style. Among them were Munawar's fellow Bigg Boss 17 contestants Ankita Lokhande, Vicky Jain and Samarth Jurel. Vicky Jain, Ankita Lokhande and Samarth Jurel's Looks The trio appeared together at the success party, putting their best fashion foot forward. Ankita Lokhande turned up the heat as she donned a gorgeous bright red mini dress. The actress paired her ensemble with matching red heels and kept her hair in a messy bun. Complementing her outfit, Vicky Jain opted for a neutral-toned look. The Laughter Chefs contestant looked dashing in white trousers and an off-white jacket, which he paired with a black t-shirt underneath. He further elevated his look with gelled hair and black sunglasses. On the other hand, Samarth Jurel was seen in more casual attire as he opted for a black sweatshirt and paired it with matching trousers. Samarth's head-to-toe black look exuded effortless charm as he posed with the couple. Before entering the event, the trio was seen smiling and talking as they posed for the shutterbugs. View this post on Instagram A post shared by (@tellychakkar) The Trio's Friendship The trio's friendship deepened during their time at Bigg Boss 17. Throughout the years, they have been seen celebrating together on various occasions, including Samarth's birthday. Moreover, Vicky Jain and Samarth Jurel also share a close off-screen bond with each other. All three of them share a great bond with Munawar Faruqui. On the other hand, Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain started dating in 2019 before getting married in a lavish ceremony in 2021. The couple has participated in various reality TV shows, including Smart Jodi, Bigg Boss 17 and Laughter Chefs. About First Copy First Copy marks Munawar Faruqui's acting debut. Set in 1990s Mumbai, the web series follows the story of Arif, a young man who, after experiencing humiliation at a film production company, turns to video piracy and builds a massive criminal empire. As his illegal empire expands, a determined police officer sets out to bring him down. The film delves into the world of film piracy and its impact on the entertainment industry during that time. Besides Munawar, the series features Gulshan Grover, Krystle D'Souza, Ashi Singh, Akashdeep Arora, Raza Murad and others. First Copy is currently streaming on Amazon MX Player. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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After Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Can These 10 Iconic TV Shows Make A Comeback?
Last Updated: Below is a curated list of popular Hindi television shows from the 1990s and 2000s that would be a wonderful tribute to nostalgia. With Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi making its return to television, fans are already soaking in a deep sense of nostalgia. Season 2 will premiere on Jio Hotstar and StarPlus on July 29, at 10:30 pm. Following in its footsteps, producer Ekta Kapoor also announced the reboot of Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii, starting August 2 at 3:30 pm. But this is not the first time that favourite Hindi television shows have had a reboot. Previously, shows like Sarabhai vs Sarabhai had a 'Take 2' in 2017, which aimed to capture the magic of the original. Yet another beloved sitcom, Pavitra Rishta, returned as a web series on ZEE5, titled 'Pavitra Rishta… It's Never Too Late,' with Ankita Lokhande reprising her role as Archana and Shaheer Sheikh taking over the role of Manav, previously played by Sushant Singh Rajput. Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya, CID 2 and many others premiered on various platforms. Mukesh Khanna's Shaktimaan is also in development for big-screen adaptation as a new audio series. But fans are still eager to get a few more reboots of the most popular 90s & 2000s Hindi TV shows, as follows – Shanti – Ek Ghar Ki Kahani, 1994 The 1990s and 2000s are counted among the golden periods for some of the most popular Hindi TV shows. Amongst them was Mandira Bedi starrer Shanti – Ek Ghar Ki Kahani, which began airing on DD National in 1994. It revolves around the story of Shanti, an aspiring journalist who uncovers the past of every character of the show while writing the biographies of Kamesh and Raj. Just Mohabbat, 1996 Sony TV's show, directed by Tony and Deeya Singh, revolves around the life of Jai (Harsh Lunia and later Vatsal Sheth), a kid who studies at a boarding school in Dehradun away from his parents. It chronicles his growing-up years and focuses on his relationships with his family and friends, especially his friends Madhur, Roma and Sanjay and his imaginary friend Gautam (Aditya Kapadia). Son Pari, 2000 The children's fantasy drama, featuring Tanvi Hegde as Frooty, Mrinal Kulkarni as Son Pari and Ashok Lokhande as Altamash, Altu, was one of the most favourite shows aired on Star Plus. It follows the story of a young girl and her magical ball, which, when rubbed, summons a fairy and her friend. Ssshhhh…Koi Hai, 2001 The horror thriller series aired on Star Plus featured an array of stories in different episodes of the show. From a group of friends encountering a werewolf in a guesthouse while on a hunting trip to a writer whose stories come true after using a magical typewriter, the fictional tales were enough to give a spine-tingling chill. Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan, 2002 Star Plus' serial featured Hussain Kuwajerwala as Sumit Wadhwa and Juhi Parmar as Kumkum Sumit Wadhwa in the lead. The soap tells various stories of the Wadhwa family and its daughter-in-law, Kumkum, over a long period. Kahiin to Hoga, 2003 The romantic soap opera starred Aamna Sharif, Rajeev Khandelwal and Gurpreet Singh in the lead. Based on the 1813 novel Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, the show left everyone swooning with the characters' on-screen chemistry. Shararat – Thoda Jaadu, Thodi Nazaakat, 2003 Farida Jalal, Shruti Seth and Mahesh Thakur's fantasy drama was loosely based on the American teen sitcom Sabrina the Teenage Witch. It revolves around the story of Jiya, the great-great-great-great-granddaughter of Rani Devi and their mischievous actions. Shakalaka Boom Boom, 2004 Another favourite children's fantasy television drama was Shaka Laka Boom Boom. Written and directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya, the film tells the story of Sanju, an ordinary, courageous and compassionate boy who possesses a magical pencil with the power to bring to life the sketches it creates. Dill Mill Gayye, 2007 The medical drama television series, which aired on Star One, focused on a new generation of interns, with the main plot revolving around beautiful love stories. The sequel to the Star Plus series Sanjivani: A Medical Boon featured Karan Singh Grover and Dr Riddhima Gupta, who was later replaced by Sukirti Kandpal and then Jennifer Winget in the lead. Apart from the list above, there is a series of other television shows, including Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin, Balika Vadhu, Miley Jab Hum Tum, Aahat, Na Aana Is Des Laado, Yahan Main Ghar Ghar Kheli, Astitva…Ek Prem Kahani, Agle Janam Mohe Bitiya Hi Kijo, Sapna Babul Ka… Bidaai, Karishma ka Karishma and many others, which fans are eagerly waiting for a reboot. First Published: July 24, 2025, 13:07 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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Are Laughter Chef's Ankita Lokhande And Bharti Singh New BFF In Town?
Ankita Lokhande was seen in a stunning white gown and Bharti Singh donned a vibrant red ethnic suit. It was a star studded night in Mumbai as popular faces from the television industry gathered together for the Indian Telly Awards 2025. Rupali Ganguly, Shivangi Joshi, Sudhanshu Pandey, Karan Kundrra and many others were spotted at the event. Laughter Chefs 2 fame Bharti Singh and Ankita Lokhande were also spotted at the red carpet. The highlight was, of course, their fun banter. In the paparazzi clip, Bharti and Ankita first posed together with a trophy. Ankita was seen in a stunning white gown, on the other hand, Bharti was seen in a vibrant red ethnic suit. While leaving the spot, Bharti playfully asked the paparazzi to ask Ankita about Laughter Chefs' ratings suggesting it was very high. Later, she also quipped, 'Ankita ko zyada na dekhna sapne mein darayenge." Moreover, The Indian Telly Awards 2025, established in 2001 by ITV 2.0 Productions, celebrates and recognises extraordinary talent, originality, and commitment in the Indian television business. This year they marked their 25th year with a grand event in Mumbai. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Laughter Chefs Season 2 debuted in January 2025 and, following a fantastic run, is nearing its conclusion. The grand finale of Laughter Chefs Season 2 was shot a few weeks ago, and several of the contestants shared touching farewell remarks on social media. Since then, rumours about the winners have circulated, enhancing viewers' excitement for the final episode. The grand finale will be broadcast on Colors TV on Saturday and Sunday at 9:30 pm. It will also be available to stream on JioHotstar. Aside from Ankita Lokhande and the host Bharti Singh, Rubina Dilaik, Rahul Vaidya, Elvish Yadav, Karan Kundrra, Reem Shaikh, Ankita Lokhande, Vicky Jain, Krushna Abhishek, Kashmera Shah, Samarth Jurel and Sudesh Lehri. Harpal Singh Sokhi served as the judge. Throughout the season, the crew underwent several changes. Mannara Chopra and Abdu Rozik were in the original lineup, but were later replaced by Nia Sharma and Karan Kundrra. Aly Goni and Reem Shaikh both returned midseason. Jannat Zubair even took over for one episode while Vicky Jain was away. First Published: July 24, 2025, 12:52 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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6 days ago
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In Pics: Ankita Lokhande Lets The Wind And Sunlight Tell Her Story
Ankita Lokhande dropped a series of photos, accompanied by a strong note, revealing her unfiltered self. Ankita Lokhande, who recently appeared in Laughter Chefs 2, embraced her natural beauty. The actress, known for her impeccable acting skills, is also a true-blue fashionista at heart. Time and again, she keeps delighting her fans with her photo-op moments. But this time, as she showcased an unfiltered side of herself, Ankita's fans are left gushing over her unfiltered charm. On Instagram, Ankita Lokhande posted a couple of photos featuring her raw and unfiltered style. She was spotted playing with the natural light at the balcony setting, seemingly at her home, which further contributed to the authenticity of her pictures. Celebrating her natural beauty, she let her messy, curly hair get tousled by the wind, while the light elevated her facial features. For the unplanned photoshoot, Ankita donned a black and white halter-neck dress, showcasing her bold fashion choices. The body-hugging silhouette perfectly complemented her toned figure while she opted for subtle to no makeup. She flaunted her barely done face, which was accentuated with nude lipstick. Altogether, she looked no less charming. 'There's a kind of beauty that isn't filtered, posed, or planned… It's in the way the wind whispers through messy curls, the way sunlight kisses bare skin, the way a camera captures truth — raw, unfiltered and deeply me. No perfection. Just presence," she wrote in the caption. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ankita Lokhande (@lokhandeankita) The Pavitra Rishta actress also hashtaggged the post with words like 'Raw Beauty Captured", 'Sensual Stillness", 'Unfiltered Fierce", 'Golden Hour Muse", 'Shot In The Moment", 'Skin Soul Story", 'No Filter Just Fire", 'Curls And Confidence", 'Cityscape Soul" and 'Frames Of Me". Reacting to the post, one user wrote, 'So sweet di." Another fan mentioned, 'Beautiful." Complementing her jaw-dropping looks, a person commented, 'Age doesn't matter; she is still 24." Coming to her professional front, the actress is currently appearing in the cooking comedy reality show, Laughter Chefs 2 on Colors TV, which is nearing its end. The channel and the production house recently announced that the grand finale of the season will be aired on Sunday (July 27) and the winner will be declared at around 11:30 pm. The diva appeared in the show alongside her husband, Vicky Jain and the duo has been consistently entertaining their viewers with their camaraderie. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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16-07-2025
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‘Magic Water': Ankita Lokhande's Secret For Glowing Skin, Peaceful Mind
Last Updated: No fancy creams or high-end treatments, Ankita Lokhande's glow is homegrown, quite literally. Television star Ankita Lokhande has long been admired not just for her acting chops but for her disciplined wellness routine that's giving fans serious lifestyle inspiration. Known for her powerful roles and glowing screen presence, the Pavitra Rishta actress recently made an appearance on Rubina Dilaik's podcast and opened up about the real secret behind her radiant skin, healthy body, and inner peace. No fancy creams or high-end treatments here, Ankita's glow is homegrown, quite literally. She revealed that her morning routine includes drinking what she calls 'magic water", infused with saffron and charged with positive affirmations. Speaking about her morning routine, the actress shared, 'After I wake up, I start my day by consuming soaked methi seeds and dalchini water. Then I take a spoonful of a homemade mix made from ajwain, jeera and saunf." She added, 'Along with that, I take aloe vera, a clove of garlic, saffron-infused water and a Vitamin C capsule as part of my morning intake. I actually started consuming this after I woke up, and this has brought a lot of changes in me." She added that she begins her day with 1.5 to 2 litres of water. After that comes a special juice made from beetroot, coconut water, and a variety of seeds soaked overnight. 'I consume and I make sure Vicky also has it," she said with a smile. The actress discussed the importance of these healthy morning routines, saying, 'This is very important because even if you are not able to follow everything throughout the day, your morning routine helps you. This has helped my skin and health a lot. My sleep cycle has also improved because of these practices. You start feeling good about yourself." But it's not just about health, Ankita's morning also includes a spiritual connection. Her most special habit is what she calls 'magic water". 'I give energy to that water. I talk just positively and then I drink it. That's how I start my day. It's amazing. You have to do nothing. Just talk to that water. Give thanks to the universe. It's such an amazing feeling, I am getting goosebumps," she shared. Rubina was so impressed that she even mentioned she might adopt the ritual herself. Ankita also spoke about her devotional practices. 'I go for my shower, after I come back, half an hour is just me and my god. I recite the Ram Raksha Stotra, Hanuman Chalisa, Sankat Mochan and Bajrang Baan. I keep water there as well and charge that water by keeping it near the temple and I drink that water throughout the day." Ankita, who is currently seen in Laughter Chef Season 2, continues to be one of the most followed stars on social media. Her fans often praise not just her on-screen performances, but also her real, relatable lifestyle tips, especially when it comes to beauty and wellness. First Published: July 12, 2025, 16:29 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
