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The Hindu
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Maa' trailer: Kajol turns mother protector in supernatural horror
A mother's fury and protection stands in the way of demonic powers in the trailer for Maa, a new supernatural horror film starring Kajol. Directed by Vishal Furia (Chhorii, Chhorii 2), the film is a fresh chapter in the world of Shaitaan, a hit 2024 horror film starring Ajay Devgn and R Madhavan. Much like Shaitaan, Maa centres on a family in peril. In the trailer, we meet a mother-daughter pair who take shelter in a forest. Besieged by evil roots and deadly sprites, they uncover the story of the 'daitya', a demonic spirit from Bengali folkore. The local community, blinded by superstition and ritual sacrifice, compounds the air of threat. According to a synopsis, 'MAA is the story of a mother who becomes Kali to end a demonic curse rooted in fear, blood, and betrayal.' With Kajol in the lead, the film also features Indraneil Sengupta, Kherin Sharma and Ronit Roy. Produced by Jio Studios and Devgn Films, Maa will release in theatres on June 27, 2025.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
It's good to be open to constructive criticism and yet be self-convinced: Soha
Soha Ali Khan, who was recently seen in Chhorii 2, speaks about how her choices have evolved, the constant negotiation between motherhood and ambition, and why fitness today is an investment in her future self. (Image: @sakpataudi) Whether it's through films, her book or social media, Soha Ali Khan has steadily crafted a path of her own. In the city for a panel discussion by California Almonds , Soha, who was recently seen in Chhorii 2, speaks about how her choices have evolved, the constant negotiation between motherhood and ambition, and why fitness today is an investment in her future self. Excerpts: 'Earlier, I went with my instinct. Now I think things through' When Soha started acting, her choices were driven by gut feeling. 'I was very instinctive back then, and I still am to an extent,' she says, adding, 'But now, beyond liking the script or the role, I also think about whether the director is someone I want to work with, whether the producer can get the film made, whether it has a good chance of finding the right platform. All those things matter now.' Soha also says that she has learned that a good performance isn't always enough. 'You could love your part and do it well. But if the film isn't backed properly or doesn't reach its intended audience, it won't make an impact. So, I've become more mindful about these things now.' 'Work has always been just one part of my life, not the whole of it' Soha says she was clear early on that she didn't want to live by anyone else's checklist. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo 'I've always known that you can't please everyone. So, I've never tried to. For me, it's more about - Am I enjoying this? Do I feel proud of my work? Am I in the right place?' But that doesn't mean she blocks out feedback. She is open to constructive criticism. 'It's good to be open to constructive criticism and yet be self-convinced by what you're doing. I don't need validation from everyone. There are a few people I trust, and if they say something's good, that's enough,' says Soha, adding, 'Work has always been just one part of my life, not the whole of it. And looking at my day now, with family, work, travel, I feel content.' For me, it's not about doing more. It's about doing what feels right, for my family, for myself, for where I am right now Soha Ali Khan 'In the beginning of motherhood, I wanted to do it all' Becoming a mother made Soha reevaluate balance. 'The bond with your child is the most intense love affair of your life,' she says. Agreeing that it is also tough, Soha adds, 'Even when my daughter is at school, I want to be home in time to spend the evening with her. You just want to be there for everything.' Like many new mothers, Soha struggled with letting go of control. She says, 'In the beginning, I wanted to do it all - feed her, put her to sleep, be there for every nap, every bath. But I realised that it wasn't sustainable. And it wasn't fair to me or her.' Now, she is open to learning and leaning on others for help. 'Letting go of control isn't easy,' she says, adding, 'But I've learned that you don't have to do everything yourself. Leaning on others doesn't make you weaker. Sometimes, it's what gives you the strength to do the things that matter.' Somewhere along the way, it's okay to lose grip on your work-life balance and then to find it again. It will constantly be a power struggle between work and life Soha Ali Khan Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Kunal Kemmu And Soha Ali Khan's LOL-Worthy Instagram Moment Is A Must-See
Last Updated: Kunal Kemmu recently went to the Maldives with his family to celebrate his 42nd birthday. Kunal Kemmu recently had a relaxing getaway to the Maldives with his family. The actor celebrated his 42nd birthday by diving deep into the sea, exploring the magical underworld. From enjoying scuba diving to a candlelight dinner under the stars, pictures of the family's Maldives vacation show a mix of relaxation, fun, and adventure. Sharing one such fun-filled moment, Soha Ali Khan dropped an interesting video of Kunal Kemmu, showing him climbing a tree. Joking over his overly adventurous stunt, Soha wondered, 'Does this man have a plan?" In a more interesting response, Kunal reshared the story on his Instagram and added, 'You can ask this man directly, na, he is sitting right next to you watching you upload this story." Kemmu also posted an Instagram dump of some adorable family photos with Soha Ali Khan and daughter Inaaya. The first one features a bare body selfie of the actor, flaunting his sculpted physique and a tattoo on his torso. It is followed by another picture of the actor striking a yoga pose with a picturesque backdrop of the sea. The next one has the family of three in another yoga pose, and others from their scuba diving trip. 'Thank you all for your messages and wishes. Sorry if I couldn't respond to all, but they mean the world to me. It's been a perfect day, to say the least. Couldn't think of a better way to bring in my birthday," Kunal captioned the post. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kunal Kemmu (@kunalkemmu) On the other hand, Soha Ali Khan also shared a carousel of pictures from the vacation. With snaps of their candlelight dinner and other activities, she wrote, 'May be late to post but never too late to celebrate #lategram because we were too busy living the moment." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Soha (@sakpataudi) On the work front, Kunal Kemmu has been riding high on winning back-to-back awards with his directorial debut film, Madgaon Express. He picked up the Best Debut Director trophies at the Zee Cine Awards and IIFA 2025. Soha Ali Khan was last seen in Chhorii 2, alongside Nushrratt Bharuccha, Gashmeer Mahajani and Jintendra Kumar. The Vishal Furia directorial was released on April 11 on Amazon Prime Video. First Published:
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Soha Ali Khan Shares Glimpse Of Her Maldives Vacation With Daughter Inaya Naumi Khemu
Last Updated: Soha Ali Khan has been vacationing in the Maldives with husband Kunal Kemmu and daughter Inaaya Naumi Kemmu. Soha Ali Khan recently delighted her fans by sharing moments from her family vacation in the Maldives. Accompanied by her husband, actor Kunal Kemmu, and their daughter, Inaaya Naumi Kemmu, the trio has been enjoying some good time at the tropical paradise. Taking to Instagram, Soha shared an adorable photo of her daughter who is all set to enjoy swimming. She mentioned 'one splash before we head for home…" Soha Ali Khan has been vacationing in the Maldives with husband Kunal Kemmu and daughter Inaaya Naumi Kemmu. The actress has been sharing stunning glimpses and keeping fans updated with her whereabouts. She also celebrated her husband's birthday on May 25 at the island country. Now, Soha has dropped a new set of pictures from her trip and those might take your breath away. Taking to Instagram, Soha Ali Khan posted a glimpse of her romantic beach date with husband Kunal Kemmu. Needless to say, the perfect candlelight dinner outing made our hearts skip a beat. 'Dinner under the stars," she wrote. Kunal Kemmu has been riding high on the success of his directorial debut, Madgaon Express. The actor will be seen next in the upcoming web series Gulkanda Tales. He will share screen space with Patralekhaa and Pankaj Tripathi. Helmed by Raj and DK, the show will premiere on Prime Video. Kunal also has Shashank Khaitan's upcoming comedy entertainer Single Papa, opposite Neha Dhupia. Soha Ali Khan, on the other hand, was most recently lauded for her performance in Vishal Furia's directorial Chhorii 2. The supernatural horror shows a riveting tale of a mother's battle against societal evils and paranormal forces. The horror sequel, released on April 11 on Amazon Prime, also features Nushrratt Bharuccha, Gashmeer Mahajani, Pallavi Ajay and Jitendra Kumar. Kuldeep Sareen, Saurabh Goyal and Hardika Sharma are in key roles. Produced by Abundantia Entertainment, the horror thriller is a remake of the Marathi film Lapachhapi. First Published:
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Nushrratt Bharuccha says she didn't like Pyaar Ka Punchnama, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety ‘personally': ‘I would tell girls this is not in your praise'
Nushrratt Bharuccha first stepped into the spotlight with Luv Ranjan's 2011 film Pyaar Ka Punchnama, even though she made her debut in the movies in 2006. But, it wasn't until 2018's Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety that people started recognising her by her name. These Luv Ranjan films, which also starred Kartik Aaryan, were popular with audiences but drew criticism for being misogynistic, with female characters often portrayed as unreasonable or manipulative. In a new interview, Nushrratt was asked about these films and if she was happy with how 'the girl was represented.' To this, Nushrratt said that even though she does not like these films personally, she would do them again as she really enjoyed playing those characters. In a chat with Yuvaa, when she was asked if she was happy with her characters in Pyaar Ka Punchnama and Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, she said, 'Even then I was not happy. I said no to the films.' When asked about 'how the girl was represented,' Nushrratt said, 'I have no problem with it, absolutely not. I would do it again in a heartbeat and love what I am doing. I enjoyed playing Neha, playing Cheeku and playing Sweety. Even though, all three were very far from who I am, very unrelatable to me and I had my own fight with the writers and the director that how do I do this? I am not convinced why she is dong this or being this way. That was my battle. But did I have fun doing it? I loved it. Would I do it again? 100 percent. Provided people are seeing it correctly.' Nushrratt Bharuccha said that this was a 'comedy film' and they did not mean to say that all women are the same. 'That was a comedy film. We showed three girls who were a certain way. We didn't say all girls are like this,' she said and added that she did not like the films. 'Even though I didn't like the film, I didn't like my character personally, I really enjoyed playing it and I would do it again because I can't judge a character. I am not supposed to judge it,' she said. Talking about the criticism, Nushrratt then said that another director should have made a film from a woman's point of view. ALSO READ | Sandeep Reddy Vanga slams Deepika Padukone for playing 'dirty PR games', 'putting down a younger actor' after being replaced by Triptii Dimri | Controversy explained Nushrratt mentioned that many women have come up to her and asked to recite the famous Pyaar Ka Punchnama monologue, and she has to remind them that it is not in their praise, but criticising them. 'The number of girls that have personally said, 'Ek baar monologue suna do (Please recite the monologue).' What will you tell them? I used to be shocked looking at the girls, 'You know this is not in your praise.' 'Yes yes, but please say it once.' I would not want to hear it (the monologue) again, but there were people who wanted to and we made a film for those people. They were the ones who spent money on it,' she said. Nushrratt Bharuccha was last seen in Chhorii 2.
