Latest news with #BellBottom
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'I wasn't milky white': How a director's comment about skin colour cost Vaani Kapoor a movie role
Actor Vaani Kapoor has opened up about facing colourism and body shaming during her journey in Bollywood. In an interview with News18 Showsha, she revealed that she was once dropped from a film because a filmmaker felt she wasn't "milky white" enough. Over the years, she has also been criticised for being "too skinny" and told to gain weight. Despite the judgment, Vaani has remained confident in her appearance and focused on her work. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Rejected for Not Being 'Milky White' Constant Comments on Her Body Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Work That Speaks for Itself Actor Vaani Kapoor , who entered Bollywood over a decade ago, recently spoke about the discrimination she faced early in her career. Despite having no film industry connections, she made her debut with Shuddh Desi Romance in 2013 and has since worked in several high-profile films. But her journey, as she revealed was marked by industry bias and judgment—not for her talent, but for her a conversation with News18 Showsha, one of the most revealing moments Kapoor shared was being dropped from a film because of her skin tone. The decision came from a filmmaker who believed she wasn't 'milky white' enough to suit the role. Though the comment didn't come directly to her, she heard about it through others in the than letting the remark affect her self-worth, Vaani decided to set her own standards. She recalled telling herself that if fairness was a criterion, she would rather not be part of such a project. She added that the filmmaker in question was not based in Mumbai and that the incident happened early in her today, Vaani continues to face scrutiny—this time for her body type. She shared that she often hears comments suggesting she is too skinny and should gain weight, reflecting another persistent stereotype in the industry about the ideal female body type. Despite the remarks, she maintains a positive outlook, saying she feels fit and healthy, and doesn't see any reason to change admitted that while some comments might come across as advice or concern, she prefers to stay true to who she is rather than conform to external the years, Vaani Kapoor has steadily built her filmography with roles in movies like Befikre, War, Bell Bottom, Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui, Khel Khel Mein, and Raid 2. She is now preparing for her digital series debut with Mandala Murders, a Netflix crime thriller set in a mysterious town called show, co-directed by Gopi Puthran and Manan Rawat, follows detectives unraveling a series of ritualistic murders linked to a secret society. Kapoor plays Rea Thomas, a determined investigator. The series also stars Surveen Chawla, Vaibhav Raj Gupta, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Jameel Khan, and is scheduled to premiere on July 25.
News18
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Huma Qureshi Spends A Lazy Afternoon With Her ‘Brown Munde'. Any Guesses?
In the picture shared by Huma Qureshi, her brother Saqib Saleem was seen concentrating on reading something, while their pet dog rested its head on his arm. Huma Qureshi decided to spend some time with her very own 'Brown Munde" on a lazy afternoon. Taking to her Instagram stories on Tuesday, July 22, the actress shared a picture featuring her brother Saqib Saleem and her fur baby. Dressed in casual clothes, the Citadel: Honey Bunny actor was seen fully concentrating on reading something that he kept on his lap. On the other hand, Huma's fur baby could be seen calmly resting its head on Saqib's arm. She posted the picture, writing, 'The Sulker & The Cuddler. Brown Munde," but did not specify who was who. The Bell Bottom actress also added AP Dhillon's hit song, Brown Munde, as the background music for her post. Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem's New Production House The sibling duo recently launched their production house named Saleem Siblings. Taking to Instagram, they made a very special announcement, recalling their childhood memories and their dream of sharing with the world the kind of stories they grew up watching. Sharing a short clip unveiling the name of their production house, Saqib wrote in the caption, 'We came to Mumbai with a suitcase full of dreams and a heart full of madness. No roadmap, no guarantees.. Just this wild, stubborn belief that one day we will also get a chance to tell the kind of stories we grew up watching. Stories meant for the big screen." He added, 'Today, that voice becomes a reality. Tomorrow, it becomes a glimpse. Saleem Siblings isn't just a company. It's the name of every silly childhood game, every heartbreak we turned into a scene, every dinner table fight that ended in a script. It's our love letter to cinema, to where we come from, and where we still hope to go." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Saqib Saleem (@saqibsaleem) A day after the announcement, they shared a unique teaser for the first project made under their production house, titled Baby Do Die Do. They did not give a glimpse into what to expect from the film. Instead, they urged their fans to visit theatres as the film's teaser has been attached to Huma's film, Maalik, starring Rajkummar Rao. The teaser will not be available on any social media platforms. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Huma Qureshi (@iamhumaq) Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem's Professional Front On the work front, Huma, who most recently appeared in Maalik as Mallika, has several projects lined up, including Jolly LLB 3. Saqib was last seen on-screen in the crime thriller Crime Beat. First Published: July 22, 2025, 17:37 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.
Indian Express
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Vaani Kapoor reveals she lost a film as she wasn't ‘milky white'; recalls body shaming for being ‘skinny': ‘People like women with fuller bodies'
No matter how you look, there will always be someone ready to judge you, especially if you're a celebrity. And among celebrities too, women often have it worse, as is unfortunately the norm. Actor Vaani Kapoor, too, is no stranger to body shaming, and she recently recalled an incident from the beginning of her career when she lost a project because the director felt she wasn't fair-skinned enough. Shockingly, his words were that she 'wasn't milky white', highlighting the industry's blatant colourist tendencies. Opening up about show business' obsession with fair skin, Vaani shared how she was dropped from the film simply because she didn't fit that mould. 'I haven't been told directly, but information reaches via other people. A filmmaker had once said that I wasn't fair enough to land a role. He said that I wasn't 'milky white'. I told myself that it is what it is. If that's a requirement, I don't want to be a part of his projects. The feelings are completely mutual there. He can find his 'milky white beauty' or his 'fair and lovely' woman. I know that I can find a better filmmaker for myself. This happened ages ago. And that filmmaker wasn't from Mumbai,' she shared during a chat with News18. An outsider with no prior connections to the film industry, Vaani Kapoor made her acting debut in the Sushant Singh Rajput and Parineeti Chopra-starrer Shuddh Desi Romance (2013). Although she made a strong impression with her very first film, Vaani continued to face body shaming in the years that followed. 'What I hear a lot sometimes is that I'm too skinny and that I should put on some weight because people like women with 'fuller bodies'. But I like me! I don't want to change anything about myself. I'm fit and healthy. I usually don't get bothered by these things. Sometimes, you don't know if such comments are coming from a place of concern or like a gold advice. But I think I'm pretty okay and I like who I am,' she added. After appearing in movies like Aaha Kalyanam (2014), Befikre (2016), War (2019), Bell Bottom (2021), Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui (2021), Khel Khel Mein (2024) and Raid 2 (2025), she is now gearing up for her streaming series debut with the Netflix thriller Mandala Murders, which begins streaming on July 25.
Hans India
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Zain Durrani compares acting to a never-ending competitive exam
Actor Zain Durrani recently opened up about the challenges of making it in Bollywood, likening the experience to constantly being tested. In a candid chat with IANS, Zain shared, 'Being an actor in the Hindi film industry is like preparing for competitive exams every single day. Whether you land a job or not, there's always another test waiting.' Zain, who has carved a niche for himself with selective and meaningful roles, reflected on the emotional toll rejections can have. 'You don't start with the ability to handle rejections. You learn by facing them repeatedly. You might be perfect for one role and not even be considered for another,' he explained. Maintaining emotional balance is key, according to the actor. 'If you keep your head in the right place, you develop a thick skin. But it shouldn't be so thick that it robs you of your vulnerability and sensitivity — those are an actor's biggest assets.' Recalling a tough phase during the COVID-19 lockdown, Zain admitted he had moments of doubt about continuing in the profession. 'There was a time I questioned everything, but then Bell Bottom came along, and that changed everything for me,' he said. With the industry now embracing OTT platforms, fresh voices, and unique storytelling, Zain remains optimistic. 'The film world is evolving to accommodate more talent. We'll all find our space under the sun,' he added. Zain's latest film, Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, directed by Santosh Singh, co-stars Shanaya Kapoor and Vikrant Massey. A romantic comedy inspired by Ruskin Bond's short story The Eyes Have It, the film is produced by Mansi and Varun Bagla under Zee Studios and Mini Films.
India.com
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
India's biggest flop film, made for Rs 180 crore, failed to even earn Rs. 3 crores on the first day, film is..., lead actor was...
India's biggest flop film, made for Rs 180 crore, failed to even earn Rs. 3 crores on the first day, film is..., lead actor was... In the unpredictable world of Bollywood, fame is always fleeting. While on one Friday, an actor would be hailed and winning hearts of the audience, the next Friday everything would change, and they might vanish into thin air like they never existed. In this industry, the career of a star changes every week; sometimes, even the biggest stars who have already gathered stardom with their previous work struggle to hold the audience's attention and can falter if their destiny doesn't align. One such tale is of a film that featured Akshay Kumar in the lead. Directed by Ranjit M. Tiwari and produced by a team including Vashu Bhagnani, Jackky Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, Monisha Advani, Madhu Bhojwani, and Nikhil Advani, this film attempted to make a bold move by being the first major Bollywood star film to be released during the devastating time of the pandemic. During the second wave of COVID-19, the film 'Bell Bottom' hit the theaters only to fail horribly at the box office. This spy thriller film was released on 19th August 2021. It was made on a whopping budget of Rs. 180 crores but it failed horribly at the box office, accounting a collection of just Rs. 2.75 crores, on its opening day and Rs. ₹30.63 crore in India and ₹50.58 crore worldwide, over its theatrical run, an unexpectedly low budget for a film featuring Bollywood's most hailed star. Although the film was released during this time to reignite the struggling theatre business, its attempt went in disdain, making it a hard pill to swallow for Akshay Kumar fans. Blending a mix of everything that accounts for a good film, the plot of the movie revolved around the real-life hijacking of an Indian Airlines flight in 1984. Akshay Kumar portrayed the character of a RAW agent who goes on a high-risk mission to rescue hostages. The film also featured a star-studded cast with Lara Dutta portraying the role of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, Vaani Kapoor playing the wife of the lead with Huma Qureshi, Adil Hussain, and Anirudh Dave in supporting roles. Although the film wasn't received well at the box office, it is now streaming on Amazon Prime and has received a reasonable rating of 6.1 on IMDb.
