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India.com
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
8 Times Sonam Kapoor Served Ultimate Fashion Goals
photoDetails english 2936442 Updated:Jul 24, 2025, 09:39 PM IST Sonam Kapoor At Wimbledon 2025 1 / 8 Sonam exudes boss-lady vibes in this power-packed OOTD, effortlessly balancing elegance and confidence. Her flawless face card never declines, she nails a bold and trendy look at Wimbledon 2025. Sonam Kapoor's Chic Look 2 / 8 Sonam Kapoor stuns in a chic Bottega Veneta striped co-ord set, featuring a collared cotton shirt with full sleeves and a buttoned bodice in vibrant yellow and blue stripes. She pairs it with a matching double-layered skirt, effortlessly nailing the monochrome look with sass. Theme: Bhumi 3 / 8 Sonam Kapoor embraces the Bhumi theme in a khadi lehenga and dupatta by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, paired with Sinah Body Ornament by The Vernacular Modern, crafted from Karnataka red soil and Multani clay. Styled by Rhea Kapoor and team, the look symbolizes a deep connection to the earth, heritage, and inner strength. Golden Ft. Sonam Kapoor 4 / 8 Sonam Kapoor's golden co-ord set is a dreamy masterpiece, featuring a woven tweed skirt suit paired with a plunging neckline blazer and sharp lapels. A perfect blend of sophistication and glam! Black Swan 5 / 8 Sonam Kapoor turns heads in a gilded gold sculpted metal corset paired with a dramatic black Cosmic Tulle dress. Exuding regal elegance with an enigmatic black swan aura, she effortlessly blends high fashion with timeless sophistication. Chick Look 6 / 8 Sonam Kapoor turns heads in this stylish co-ord set, adding a fresh twist with furry layers on the sleeves and a sleek skirt cut. A statement look that's worth stealing and recreating! Floral ft. Sonam Kapoor 7 / 8 Sonam stuns in a pastel suit, making a fashion statement with a dupatta attached to a floral ensemble. This seemingly simple look is anything but—exuding elegance and sophistication effortlessly. Timeless Elegance 8 / 8 Sonam Kapoor dazzles in a fluid sheer ensemble, effortlessly pairing it with a luxe faux fur coat. Her standout hairstyle and elegant pearl accessories add a touch of timeless glamour, making this look truly unforgettable. (Image: @sonamkapoor/ Instagram)
Time of India
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Winona Ryder recalls confessing love to Al Pacino—and being gently turned down: 'Aw, honey, noooo'
Hollywood actress Winona Ryder , best known for her role in 'Stranger Things,' recently shared a random memory from her early career which involves the Hollywood legend, Al Pacino . In an interview with ELLE UK, Ryder reflected on her time working with Pacino on Looking for Richard and Simone, revealing that she once confessed her love to him only to be turned down because of her age. Coffee, Shakespeare, and a crush that lingered During a workshop for Richard III, which Ryder had no idea would become a movie, she developed a growing admiration for Pacino. She remembered how Pacino, a self-described coffee lover, would take her on impromptu coffee-hopping excursions throughout New York City. At the time, she was around 22 and felt deeply drawn to him. After one such outing, Ryder decided to share her feelings. She told him she was completely in love with him. Pacino responded with kindness but declined, gently saying something along the lines of 'Aw, honey, noooo'. The irony that followed Years later, Ryder met Pacino's girlfriend who apparently turned out to be younger than she had been when she confessed her feelings. She joked about the irony, saying she had thrown herself at him only to be rejected for being 'too young.' Despite the rejection, Ryder said she and Pacino remain close friends. They still play poker together occasionally, and she described their continued bond as 'the best.' Where life led her next Ryder is now in a long-term relationship with Scott Mackinlay Hahn, a green-fashion entrepreneur. She recalled that when they first met at the Black Swan premiere in 2010, Hahn mistook her for actress Milla Jovovich, which was a moment she found charming. She later tracked down his number and asked him out directly. The couple has been together ever since and hopes to marry soon.
News18
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Al Pacino Once Turned Down The Stranger Things Actor Winona Ryder's Proposal; Here's Why
Al Pacino rejected Winona Ryder's proposal. She now dates Scott Mackinlay Hahn, whom she hopes to marry soon. Al Pacino once rejected Winona Ryder for being too young for him. The 85-year-old actor worked with the 53-year-old actress on the 2002 comedy Simone and while Winona believed she was 'actively in love with him" but he turned her down because of her age, only to go on to date someone younger than her. Winona told ELLE UK magazine: ''I was absolutely in love with Al Pacino when I was working with him. We were doing that workshop for Richard III, which I didn't know was gonna be a movie. I was actively in love with him. He was obsessed with coffee, and he would take me all over New York – like, to the weirdest places – to try different coffees. I'm 22, or whatever. Finally, he's dropping me off wherever I'm staying, and I'm like, 'I love you, you know. I really am completely in love with you'. And he was like 'Aw, honey, noooo'. Then, like 10 years later, I meet his girlfriend, who's younger than me. Dude, I'm f****** throwing myself at you. I still play poker with him sometimes. It's the best." Winona also spoke about her crush on Christopher Walken, 82, revealing that after he gave her a rotisserie chicken, she kept the carcass for a long time. She added: 'I still have the wishbone and am trying to make it into a necklace." These days, Winona is loved-up with green-fashion entrepreneur Scott Mackinlay Hahn, who mistook her for Milla Jovovich when they met at the Black Swan premiere in 2010. Winona said: 'I thought it was the most charming thing in the world". She tracked down his phone number and called him, explaining: 'I was very direct. I was like, 'Listen, do you want to go on a date?'" Winona – who said she and Hahn hope to marry soon – also spoke about children, explaining: 'There was a time that I was really thinking about it, but I hadn't met Scott." First Published: July 24, 2025, 18:27 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.
Perth Now
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Al Pacino once rejected Winona Ryder
Al Pacino once rejected Winona Ryder for being too young for him. The 85-year-old actor worked with the 53-year-old actress on the 2002 comedy Simone and while Winona believed she was 'actively in love with him' but he turned her down because of her age, only to go on to date someone younger than her. Winona told ELLE UK magazine: ''I was absolutely in love with Al Pacino when I was working with him. We were doing that workshop for Richard III, which I didn't know was gonna be a movie. I was actively in love with him. He was obsessed with coffee, and he would take me all over New York – like, to the weirdest places – to try different coffees. I'm 22, or whatever. Finally, he's dropping me off wherever I'm staying, and I'm like, 'I love you, you know. I really am completely in love with you'. 'And he was like 'Aw, honey, noooo'. Then, like 10 years later, I meet his girlfriend, who's younger than me. Dude, I'm f****** throwing myself at you. I still play poker with him sometimes. It's the best.' Winona also spoke about her crush on Christopher Walken, 82, revealing that after he gave her a rotisserie chicken, she kept the carcass for a long time. She added: 'I still have the wishbone and am trying to make it into a necklace.' These days, Winona is loved-up with green-fashion entrepreneur Scott Mackinlay Hahn, who mistook her for Milla Jovovich when they met at the Black Swan premiere in 2010. Winona said: 'I thought it was the most charming thing in the world'. She tracked down his phone number and called him, explaining: 'I was very direct. I was like, 'Listen, do you want to go on a date?'' Winona – who said she and Hahn hope to marry soon - also spoke about children, explaining: 'There was a time that I was really thinking about it, but I hadn't met Scott.' Read the full interview with Winona Ryder at The September issue of ELLE UK is on sale from 31 July.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Saiyaara: The black swan which is rewriting Bollywood rules
In a year of sequels and action films, Saiyaara, a musical love story starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, became a surprise hit. Mohit Suri's direction, combined with the film's emotional depth and sincere performances, resonated with audiences. Its success defied expectations, proving that heartfelt stories can still thrive in Bollywood. In a year dominated by sequels, action spectacles, and big-banner ensembles, a quiet musical love story featuring two fresh faces has emerged as the biggest surprise of 2025. Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri and starring newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda has gone on to become the 7th biggest hit of 2025. To many it has turned out to be a Black Swan event—an unpredictable, rare occurrence with far-reaching consequences. Mohit Suri Spills On 20 Years In Bollywood - Ahaan & Aneet, Alia Bhatt Dream Collab & More The term Black Swan, coined and popularized by Nassim Nicholas Taleb, refers to an event that is extremely rare, has a massive impact, and is often rationalized only in hindsight. Saiyaara checks every one of those boxes. It wasn't just a sleeper hit—it was a bolt from the blue that caught audiences, critics, and the trade completely off guard. An Unassuming Beginning The build-up to Saiyaara was relatively quiet. There was no massive marketing blitz, no song launch events or big trailer launched , and no big-ticket names to drive opening weekend footfalls. Ahaan Panday, despite his mother Deanne Panday, uncle Chunky Panday and cousin Ananya Panday are part of movies, he was still untested. Aneet Padda though had some experience in front of the camera thanks to her performance in Revathy's Salaam Venky and Prime Video's show Big Girls Dont Cry but was largely unknown . by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo Even Mohit Suri—once a hit machine with films like Aashiqui 2 and Ek Villain—had been flying under the radar, having delivered a few underwhelming films in recent years. The general perception was that Saiyaara would be a soft launchpad for new talent, not a game-changer. And yet, the film began to stir hearts and spark conversations from the very first show and to many it was the music of the film that did all the talking before the shows began. But by the end of first show all talk moved to the emotional depth of the story, raw sincerity of its newcomers and how good the music was. On Day 4 the film entered the Rs 100 crore club. Trade Expert Komal Nahta taking to X wrote , ' Some may find what I'm going to say here, outrageous. I myself thought, my thinking was bordering on the outrageous. But I've always spoken business, and so here I am: Looking to the fact that today's collections would surpass Friday's record-smashing collections and today's footfalls will be more than Saturday's, I feel inclined to say that YRF and Mohit Suri's 'Saiyaara' is turning out to be Aditya Chopra and YRF's modern-day 'DDLJ'!' The Power of Sincerity in a Formula-Driven Era In an industry increasingly governed by algorithms—franchise formulas, IPs, tentpole budgets, and 'mass appeal' metrics—Saiyaara stood out for its simplicity. It relied on storytelling. The love story at the heart of the film was gentle, melancholic, and deeply human. The musical score, something of a Mohit Suri signature, evoked the golden era of Bollywood romance. Audiences across generations responded to its emotional honesty. It reminded people of why they fell in love with the movies in the first place. That's what makes Saiyaara a Black Swan—it disrupted the prevailing assumptions about what works in modern Bollywood. Who would have thought that, in the age of Pathaan, Jawan, and Stree 2, a soft-spoken love story would hold its own? Redefining Star Power A key characteristic of a Black Swan event is that it transforms narratives—both personal and collective. And Saiyaara has done exactly that for its lead actors. Ahaan Panday, who was known more for famous family ties, has now proven himself as a capable and emotionally intuitive actor. His performance was restrained and vulnerable . Aneet Padda, meanwhile, has emerged as one of the most promising new talents in recent memory. Her grounded, layered portrayal has earned her both critical praise and popular adoration. More importantly, the success of Saiyaara proves that the audience is open to discovering and accepting new faces—provided the film offers them an authentic emotional experience. The Redemption of Mohit Suri Perhaps the biggest narrative shift belongs to Mohit Suri. For years, Suri was seen just another director who works with Mukesh and Mahesh Bhatt and whose hero is usually Emraan Hashmi . But with Saiyaara-already becoming his highest grossing film - the lens with which people will see him now has changed and he has finally found his footing. With Saiyaara, he is back at the centre of things. The film showcases his core strengths—intimate storytelling, soul-stirring music, and emotionally resonant characters. More importantly, it re-establishes his identity in a landscape where he was starting to be dismissed as outdated. Suri didn't just deliver a hit. He delivered a statement—that there is still room for heartfelt, small-scale stories in Bollywood. That music, emotion, and earnestness haven't gone out of style. A Ripple Effect on the Industry Black Swan events don't just cause temporary tremors—they create ripple effects. And Saiyaara is poised to influence the way the industry looks at scripts, stars, and insiders are noting an increased interest in romantic dramas. Several filmmakers who were sitting on love stories are dusting off their scripts.. In Retrospect: 'Of Course It Was Going to Work' Perhaps the most telling sign of a Black Swan event is that, in hindsight, everyone begins to rationalize it. And Saiyaara is no exception. Now that it's a certified hit, you'll hear people say, 'Mohit Suri always had a touch with music and romance,' or 'Audiences were hungry for a pure love story,' or 'There was something fresh about the newcomers.' These statements may be true—but none of them were dominant opinions before the film was released. That's what makes Saiyaara's success remarkable. It wasn't predicted. It wasn't even imagined.
