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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mrunal Thakur's floral ethnic co-ord set is here to brighten up the dull monsoon days
(Image Credits: Instagram) An epitome of grace and glamour, Mrunal Thakur is all set to entertain her fans on the big screen with her upcoming release. But before the big unveil, she's giving us a taste of her fashion and it's sweeter than ever. Known for her thoughtful and statement-making style, the actress has once again proven that fashion doesn't always have to be loud to leave an impact; it just needs to feel polished and comforting. Dressed in a stunning Indo-Western outfit adorned with florals, she's here to brighten up our dull monsoon days with effortless elegance. Her look perfectly balanced charm and ease, embracing comfort, functionality, and style all at once. (Image Credits: Instagram) For her latest outing, Mrunal wore the Mihira Jacket Set by Ridhima Bhasin, priced at ₹64,000. Made from delicate organza and chiffon, the three-piece floral ensemble featured a bustier with fine floral embroidery, bringing a touch of magical spring to life. Paired with high-waisted, flowy sharara pants, the look felt breezy, sleek, and feminine. John Abraham, Mrunal Thakur promotes 'Batla House' To top it off, she layered the outfit with a long sheer jacket, detailed with scalloped edges and intricate embellishments. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo This ensemble is a beautiful blend of elegance and modern flair - lightweight, vibrant, and blooming with floral motifs. (Image Credits: Instagram) When it came to accessories, Mrunal kept it subtle yet impactful. She chose a statement gold cocktail ring and a dainty choker with a tiny pendant. A pair of simple wedges completed her look, maintaining the minimal but striking aesthetic. Her makeup was fresh and glowing, a soft flush on the cheeks, flawless radiant base, defined eyes with liner, kohl, and mascara, and a delicate pink lip. Letting her hair fall in soft, blow-dried waves, Mrunal's look was the perfect reflection of her effortless, down-to-earth personality with just the right amount of glamour.
Pink Villa
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Aap Jaisa Koi EXCLUSIVE: Manish Chaudhari reacts to his character's comparison to Amrish Puri's Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
Manish Chaudhari, known for his powerful performances in several films, is once again winning hearts with his portrayal of Bhanu in Aap Jaisa Koi. Manish plays R Madhavan's elder brother in the movie, a character deeply rooted in family values, tradition, and silent authority. He recently spoke about his character being compared to Amrish Puri's iconic role in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. Manish Chaudhari returns to family drama with Aap Jaisa Koi While Manish Chaudhari has played many intense characters over the years, Bhanu marks a return to a family drama space after nearly a decade. Talking about returning to a family drama after years, he exclusively shared with Pinkvilla, "I'm doing a family-oriented drama after quite a while, and stepping into the shoes of a patriarch again after almost 9 years since Sanam Teri Kasam came with its own set of challenges." Speaking about his character Bhanu in Aap Jaisa Koi, Manish said, "Bhanu isn't your typical loud, overbearing authority figure; his strength lies in silence, control, and subtlety. So, portraying that inner strength and unspoken emotional weight was a test of restraint as an actor. I had to unlearn a few things and rewire my approach, which made it creatively rewarding." Manish Chaudhari opens up on his character being compared to Amrish Puri's role Manish Chaudhari spoke about his character Bhanu being compared to Amrish Puri's iconic role in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. Reacting to the comparison, the actor said, "Honestly, it's a huge honour and quite a pleasant surprise! Amrish Ji's performance in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge is legendary, and to even be mentioned in the same breath is humbling." Revealing why the comparisons have arisen, Chaudhari shared, "I think the comparison comes from the commanding energy Bhanu carries that patriarchal presence which shapes the lives of those around him. But Bhanu is more rooted in today's reality, less theatrical, more internal. I'm truly grateful the audience is responding to him with such intensity." About Manish Chaudhari's work Manish Chaudhari is a talented and renowned actor who has appeared in films such as Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year, Sanam Teri Kasam, Batla House, Sky Force, and Jannat 2. He is also a part of the critically acclaimed web series Aarya. He will soon be seen in Aap Jaisa Koi. Aap Jaisa Koi isn't just another release for Manish Chaudhari; it's a special one that marks 30 years of his journey in the industry. Starring R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh, Aap Jaisa Koi is slated for release on Netflix on July 11.
India Today
11-06-2025
- Politics
- India Today
News Menu, June 11: Op Honeymoon unravels; KCR's Kaleshwaram case tangle
Good morning. On June 11, India Today serves a digital news menu blending crime, crisis, and ambition, reflecting a nation striving for justice and Honeymoon: Raja Raghuwanshi Murder CaseSonam Raghuvanshi and four accused—Raj Singh Kushwaha, Akash Rajput, Vishal Singh Chauhan, and Anand Kurmi—will appear in a Shillong court today for medical tests before a hearing. The Meghalaya Police's SIT, including two SP-rank officers and a woman officer, will begin interrogating reveal Sonam watched Raja's murder near Weisawdong Falls, where Vishal struck first before the group dumped his body in a gorge. The accused may be taken to the crime scene and hideouts for identification. The three accused travelled from Indore to Shillong via Guwahati, funded by Kushwaha with Rs 40,000–50,000 each. Sonam's post-murder movements—possibly fleeing to Indore via Siliguri—remain under Hunt: Israeli Trekker Missing Israeli trekker Samuel Vengrinovich, mid-30s, vanished during a June 6 trek to Triund in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra. After he failed to return, his friend Ediblam alerted McLeodganj police, sparking an ongoing search in the rugged Drama: Batla House DeadlineThe 15-day notice for Batla House residents expired yesterday, with DDA's bulldozer action looming today to clear alleged encroachments. Okhla MLA Amanatullah Khan's petition against the demolition is before the Delhi High Court today, but no stay has been granted. Kalkaji's Bhumiheen camp faces similar Dash: India's Indigenous ArsenaladvertisementFollowing Operation Sindoor, India accelerates emergency defence procurements, prioritising indigenous vendors. Acquisitions include pipeline items and upgraded legacy systems, balancing urgency with self-reliance amid regional Terror: Chandrapur's Deadly MonthA tiger attack killed 60-year-old Jaidev Potlu Karnekar in Chandrapur's Somnath Project, the 12th death in a month and 24th in 2025. Fear grips Maharashtra's Chandrapur district as attacks Ladle: Courtroom UpdatesManilal Patidar's Bail Plea: The Supreme Court hears the bail plea of suspended 2014-batch IPS officer Manilal Patidar, charged with murder, abetment to suicide, and corruption in a 2020 Mahoba Paulose's Bail Plea: The Supreme Court reviews actress Leena Paulose's bail in a Rs 200 crore fraud case tied to Sukesh Chandrasekhar, citing her prolonged incarceration and minimal Staff Corruption Case: Delhi High Court hears a plea to quash an Anti-Corruption Bureau FIR against an Ahlmad and a separate anticipatory bail plea, after denying arrest protection House Demolition Plea: Delhi High Court considers Okhla MLA Amanatullah Khan's petition challenging the Batla House demolition Spice: Axiom-4 Launch WatchThe Axiom-4 mission, carrying India's Shubhanshu Shukla to the ISS, was set for today at 5:30 PM IST before being postponed due to liquid oxygen launch. The launch marks India's first astronaut mission in 41 Tangle: KCR's Commission AppearanceadvertisementBRS chief K Chandrasekhar Rao appears before a judicial commission at 11:30 AM today, probing alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram irrigation project from his Echo: Jyoti Malhotra's Bail HearingJyoti Malhotra's bail plea in an espionage case in Hisar, following her filing yesterday. Her father, Harish Malhotra, visited her in Mourning: Teen's Tragic SuicideA 14-year-old girl in Mumbai's Aarey Colony, Goregaon, died by suicide after her family denied her a mobile phone for gaming. Found unconscious, she was declared dead at a InMust Watch
News18
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
‘Even Reviews Are Bought': Nikkhil Advani Gets Candid After Stolen Debuts Online
Last Updated: According to Nikkhil, the main reason behind the distrust is that everything is bought; even reviews are also paid. Abhishek Banerjee-starrer investigative crime thriller Stolen has now finally premiered on Prime Video. Karan Tejpal made his directorial debut in this film, which is backed by four renowned filmmakers who served as executive producers. Anurag Kashyap, Nikkhil Advani, Kiran Rao, and Vikramaditya Motwane came together to lend their expertise to the film. Stolen revolves around two urban brothers who witness the kidnapping of a baby and decide to help the mother by joining a perilous investigation to search for the baby. Ahead of the release, filmmaker Nikkhil Advani appeared in an interview with the Hindustan Times as he talked about the film and the current state of the film industry in general. Talking about being associated with the film, Nikkhil stated that although Stolen is a small independent film, it does not need big names to back it. 'Who are we? We are just putting our muscle or credibility behind this film," he explained while asserting that nowadays there has been a growing distrust between the audience and the filmmaker. Talking about this lasting distrust, Nikkhil explained the main reason behind this situation is that everything is bought; even reviews are also paid. 'Audiences today, thanks to social media, have got so much information," said the filmmaker. Nikkhil, who is known for widely popular films like Kal Ho Naa Ho, Batla House, and D-Day, among others, went on to talk about the difference between commercial and independent cinema. According to the filmmaker, this distinction has existed in the Indian film industry for decades, and nowadays the choices are becoming smaller, whereas the huge demand to conform to the formula is only getting higher. He further explained that when a filmmaker wants to do something out of the ordinary, he has to make it marketable either with the cast, director, or producer. However, Nikkhil is hopeful this notion will turn and a good-quality film will find its audience. Additionally, while reflecting on the fact that Bollywood is currently facing a decline in revenue in the aftermath of COVID-19, Nikkhil noted that audiences are nowadays more inclined towards spending money on live shows and stand-up comedies and argued that with the help of good-quality films, audiences need to be won back. First Published:
Hindustan Times
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
'Reviews are paid, everything is bought': Nikkhil Advani says Indian audience no longer trusts filmmakers
Filmmaker Nikkhil Advani is one of the four executive producers behind debutant director Karan Tejpal's new film, Stolen. Nikkhil, Anurag Kashyap, Vikramaditya Motwane, and Kiran Rao have come together to lend their weight to the film, which stars Abhishek Banerjee. Ahead of the release, the filmmaker spoke to HT about the film, the state of film distribution in India, and more. Stolen follows a time-honoured tradition of getting 'big names' as executive producers for small, independent films to ensure they have visibility. But Nikkhil says the Utopian goal would be not to be in such a situation. "A big point to celebrate will be that a film like Stolen doesn't need us," he says, explaining, "Who are we? We are just putting our muscle or credibility behind this film. I think there is a complete distrust right now between the audience and the filmmaker. Basically, the audience is saying, 'Whatever you say, we don't trust you. Reviews are paid, and everything is bought.' We are just trying to say, 'Trust us!' At the end of the day, there is a certain quality we are known for." Nikkhil, who is known for films like Kal Ho Naa Ho, D-Day, and Batla House, lauds the contemporary audience for being well informed, which makes them choosier. "Audiences today, thanks to social media, have got so much information. They've got everything on their fingertips," says the filmmaker. The demarcation between independent and commercial cinema has existed in Indian filmdom for decades. For years, the indie films were called parallel cinema. Then the term multiplex films came into being, and today they are referred to as festival films. Talking about the divide, Nikkhil says, "The choices are becoming smaller. The demand to conform to the formula is getting much higher. When you want to disrupt and do something off the beaten track, you really have to do something that is marketable, whether that is the cast, the director, or the producer. But, I am very hopeful that it will turn. It has to. A good quality film will find its audience." Over the last few years, since the COVID-19 pandemic, Bollywood has seen a decline in revenue and success rate in the theatres. But Nikkhil is quick to note: "The same audience is spending money in comedy clubs and live shows. Vir Das told me earlier he used to do India tour in 6 cities. Now, he does 60 cities." The implication is simple. "The audiences need to be won back, and that is possible only by listening to them," argues the filmmaker. Stolen, starring Abhishek Banerjee, is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
