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Time of India
14 hours ago
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- Time of India
Shah Rukh Khan once introduced wife Gauri Khan as 'Ayesha', jokingly asked her to wear a 'burqa' – Here's why
Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan have always been seen as one of Bollywood's most admired couples. The two got married on 25 October 1991 after years of dating and are proud parents to Aryan, Suhana and AbRam Khan. Their love story stands out for how they've embraced each other's beliefs with respect and humour, showing that love goes beyond religion. The whispering guests at the wedding In a throwback episode of the ' Farida Jalal Show', Shah Rukh shared an unforgettable moment from their wedding reception. He remembered how several guests, especially elders from his extended family, were quietly discussing whether Gauri would change her religion after marriage. The 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge' actor recalled, 'I remember when their whole family, old-fashioned people, were sitting there, whispering in Punjabi, 'Will he change the girl's name? Will she become a Muslim?'' To lighten the mood and poke fun at the whispers, SRK pulled a cheeky prank. He told Gauri, 'Put on your 'burqa' and let's read the namaaz now.' He continued, 'From now on, she will wear a burqa all the time, never leave the house, and her name will be Ayesha.' The guests were taken aback at first, but soon realised it was a 'Chennai Express' actor then explained that it was all said in humour and not meant seriously. He further said, 'I had a lot of fun, but the lesson in all of this was that one should respect religion but it should not come in the way of love. But, it was a great wedding and it's still going on strong.' No space for religious differences at their home The 'Om Shanti Om' actor had again spoke about religion and family during an appearance on the dance reality show 'Dance Plus 5' in 2020. He shared that his family never discusses religious differences at home. 'We have never discussed Hindu-Muslim in our home. My wife is Hindu, I am Muslim, and our kids are Hindustan.' He also shared how their children see themselves, 'When my kids were asked at school what religion they belonged to, they wrote 'Indian'.' SRK's next big film On the work front, Shah Rukh was last seen in Rajkumar Hirani's 'Dunki', where he starred with Taapsee Pannu, Boman Irani and Vicky Kaushal . Up next, fans are excited for his film 'King', in which he will be seen alongside his daughter, Suhana Khan . Shah Rukh Khan's Stylish Look at Personal Trainer Prashant Sawant's Wedding
India.com
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Neha Dhupia Opens Up On Working Hours Debate, Says I Support Deepika Padukone
Mumbai : Actress Neha Dhupia came in support of star Deepika Padukone after she reportedly exited Sandeep Vanga directorial 'Spirit' due to certain working demands, including a request for an eight-hour workday. Deepika Padukone's recent exit from 'Spirit' has created quite a buzz in the entertainment industry. Several celebrities have now directly and indirectly weighed in on the need for a structured shift in the industry after the 'Chennai Express' actress allegedly demanded fixed working hours in the film industry. Bollywood actress Neha Dhupia is the latest to join the fray. The 'Chup Chup Ke' actress shared her opinion on the fixed working hours for actresses who have embraced motherhood. Taking to Instagram Stories on Monday, Neha Dhupia opened up about work-life balance and how new mothers are often "sidelined or shamed". She wrote, "For work-life balance to go beyond conversations, new moms need practical support and consideration. Instead, we often get shamed or sidelined." The actress further said that as a "working mom" herself, she supports Deepika Padukone's request for "fair and considerate" working hours in the film industry. "As a working mom, I support @deepikapadukone 's reasonable request for fair and considerate working hours," wrote Neha Dhupia. Recently, actor Ajay Devgn backed the 8-hour shifts for mothers amid reports of Deepika Padukone's exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's film 'Spirit.' At the trailer launch of Kajol's 'Maa' in May, Ajay Devgn appeared to have spoken in support of Deepika Padukone. When asked about his views on the demands for an 8-hour shift, Devgn, without taking names, said, "It's not that it's not going down well with people. Most honest filmmakers will not have problems with it. Apart from this, being a mother and working for eight hours, most people have started working eight- to nine-hour shifts. It's person to person, and I feel most of the industry understands this." Earlier, Deepika was expected to star opposite Prabhas in 'Spirit,' a film backed by T-Series and Bhadrakali Pictures. However, she is reportedly no longer part of the project. Following Deepika's reported exit, the makers confirmed that actress Triptii Dimri, who was also seen in Animal, has joined the cast of Spirit.
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Deepika Padukone reveals why she and Ranveer Singh are keeping daughter Dua away from paparazzi and social media
Wanting a childhood just like hers Dua's innocence comes first Deepika Begins a New Chapter in Motherhood Bollywood's power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh welcomed their first child, daughter Dua, last year. Since then, fans have eagerly waited for a glimpse of their baby girl. But both Deepika and Ranveer have remained firm—no paparazzi clicks, no Instagram reveals, and definitely no baby photos in the public 'Bajirao Mastani' actress has always balanced her glamorous career with quiet grace. But now, after becoming a mother, she's also making thoughtful choices about how to raise her daughter Dua with husband Ranveer may be a global superstar today, but her own childhood was surprisingly grounded. The daughter of legendary badminton player Prakash Padukone , she grew up far from the limelight. 'We weren't burdened with our parents' hopes and dreams,' Deepika shared in a chat with Marie 'Piku' actress recalled how her father never let stardom come in the way of being a parent. 'I don't ever remember my father sitting me down and saying, 'Hey, I'm a professional badminton player and I'm a celebrity.' I remember it being he was a father first, and everything that we got to know of him was based on just our own curiosity and the fact that everything was just so normal.'This idea of growing up in a home where things were 'just so normal' left a deep impression on Deepika. It wasn't until later in life, when she saw her father signing autographs, that she truly understood how famous he was. That quiet, unforced discovery of his identity is something she hopes to pass on to that Deepika is a mother herself, she's determined to give Dua the same kind of protected and peaceful childhood. With a combined Instagram following of nearly 128 million between her and Ranveer, sharing even a single photo of Dua would go viral in seconds. But they've made a conscious choice to keep her face, and her life, 'Chennai Express' actress believes in guarding Dua from unnecessary attention, especially from paparazzi and social media. It's a decision that speaks to the desire to preserve innocence for as long as possible. And even during the interview, Deepika remained cautious. At one point, she admitted, 'I don't know how much of this Ranveer would be okay with me sharing.'Deepika and Ranveer are not the only Bollywood couple who've chosen to shield their child from the public eye. Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli have been equally strict about protecting their kids Vamika and Akaay's privacy. Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor , too, have taken steps to keep daughter Raha away from constant public glare.
Time of India
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rohit Shetty reveals whether he had a fallout with Shah Rukh Khan after 'Dilwale' failure: 'I took a call that I should be the person responsible now'
Rohit Shetty and Shah Rukh Khan, who collaborated on 'Chennai Express' and 'Dilwale', have no fallout despite rumors. Shetty emphasized mutual respect and waiting for the right script to reunite. He also highlighted close bonds with industry friends like Ajay Devgn and Deepika Padukone, praising their dedication and support. Rohit Shetty and Shah Rukh Khan joined forces for the first time with the 2013 action-comedy 'Chennai Express', featuring Deepika Padukone as the female lead. The movie was a massive hit, earning Rs 227 crore net domestically and Rs 422 crore globally. The duo reunited in 2015 for 'Dilwale', a romantic action-comedy that reunited Khan and Kajol on screen, alongside Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon. However, 'Dilwale' didn't perform as well, earning Rs 148 crore net in India and Rs 388 crore worldwide, falling short of expectations. Rohit Shetty Addresses Fallout Rumours During a recent appearance on Komal Nahta's Game Changers podcast, Rohit Shetty was asked whether he had a fallout with Shah Rukh Khan following the box office failure of Dilwale. He dismissed the rumors, saying, "There's nothing like that. We have mutual respect. We started our own production house after Dilwale. We decided that we will make our own films so that if we face a loss, it is on us. However, we did not face a loss in Dilwale. Dilwale was the biggest hit in overseas. But then I took a call that I should be the person responsible now." Close Bonds in the Industry by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Secure Your Child's Future with Strong English Fluency Planet Spark Learn More Undo In the same discussion, the director spoke about his closest friends in the Hindi film industry, saying, "There are 2-3 people (I can call up at 2 am). There's Ajay sir, Ranveer Singh , Deepika. I'm very close to them." He expressed that he regards Ajay Devgn as an elder brother and revealed that Deepika Padukone filmed scenes for the 2024 action thriller Singham Again while pregnant. Rohit shared, "When only the last schedule of our film was pending, Deepika was four months pregnant. But she came for the shoot. Relations like these are rarely made," highlighting the rare bond they share.
