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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Kapil Sharma Show fame Ali Asgar on how his kids faced bullying in school due to his cross-dressing performances; says 'mere bete ne mujhe kaha aapko kuch aur aata nahi hai kya?'
, popularly known for his comic roles in Comedy Circus, Comedy Nights with Kapil and , recently spoke about a challenging phase in his personal life when his children were subjected to bullying at school because of his cross-dressing acts on television. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He recalled a moment when his son, struggling to cope with the situation, asked him if he was capable of doing anything else. During an interview with The Lallantop, the seasoned actor also spoke about the reason of leaving The Show. Ali spoke about an important phase in his career during Comedy Circus where he first worked with Kapil Sharma. The actor shared that playing female characters in most of the episodes made him feel creatively unhappy. This pushed him to take a break from television on purpose. He said, "Before The Kapil Sharma Show happened we were doing a season of Comedy Circus which was judged by Daler Mehendi and Archana Puran Singh. We won the season and it was a great season. I learnt a lot and was working with Kapil for the first time. After that I didn't continue with Comedy Circus because while doing the season out of 26 episodes 18-19 episodes had me cross-dressing. There was a time when writers just wrote me playing female characters. By default they were like Ali will do it and other events or awards also offered me similar female characters. So out of seven days in a week, four days I was in female getup. It started bothering me. There's no doubt, I was getting work and was paid also well but there was no satisfaction. Intentionally then I took a break and trust me, I sat home for 9 months after that because I was getting the same female characters offered to play. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now I kept refusing all the offers and 9 months passed by, but then Jennie Aur Juju was offered to me and I grabbed it both hands." He further added, "Jeannie Aur Juju started off very well and after 4/5 months later Kapil offered me Comedy Nights With Kapil. They offered me to play the role of Kapil's Daadi and I straight away refused saying I don't want to do female roles. I told them my reservation but they convinced me to four-five episodes as the script was already written. They told me they will change after that and with the intention that things will change we went on floor. The show immediately went on-air and just after the first telecast the show got a bumper opening. People loved it so much that we never looked back and the character change we initially decided never came up. I was also juggling between Jeannie and Juju and Daadi became such a big hit, that I also did not pay attention." Speaking about his decision of leaving The Kapil Sharma Show, Ali said, "My character was not working and it became stagnant at one point. There was no development and after doing good work in the past I realised if I'm not enjoying the character how will I portray it. I felt it's better to leave than destroy a character which I've created it. I thought I should take a break and comeback later. I left the show with that intention. The characteristics of Daadi and Naani were similar. From dance, kiss, alcohol, everything was used. When we created Nani she was supposed to be visually challenged but there was SNP issue and we had to change. There was no development in the role and I just didn't want to work for the heck of it. Mujhe wahan rehkar sirf paise nahi kamane the. I decided to take an exit." In the same interview, Ali talked about the difficult time when his children were bullied at school because of his cross-dressing roles. He revealed, "During the Comedy Circus phase, when I was doing cross-dressing performances, my kids got bullied in school. That's when I decided to take a break and I was at home for 9 months as I kept refusing the female characters. We used to shoot four acts and they used to air Saturday Sunday and weekdays I used to perform at events same cross-dressing roles. They were young and in primary class, so other kids used to make fun of them. Tab mere bete ne mujhe kaha tha ke aapko kuch aur aata nahi hai kya? I felt before others start asking me, I better stop doing these roles. It was quite shocking for me. But God was kind and I got Jeannie Juju." Ali Asgar talks about his new character in new show - 'Movie Masti with Maniesh Paul'
News18
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Archana Puran Singh, Parmeet Sethi's 33-Year-Long Marriage In Trouble?
Last Updated: Archana Puran Singh and Parmeet Sethi are married for 33 years now. They have two sons - Ayushmaan Sethi and Aaryamann Sethi. Archana Puran Singh has addressed rumours about trouble in her married life with Parmeet Singh. On Tuesday, the actress shared a vlog on her YouTube channel in which she revealed that a fan had commented on one of her videos, expressing concern over the alleged tension between the couple. However, Archana shared that there is no tension between her and Patmeet and that clarified that everyone is well between the two. 'Someone left a long comment saying that they noticed some tension between us. They said that we're such a lovely couple and that they would be heartbroken if something were wrong in our relationship. Let me clear the air, we argue with each other and we discuss issues, but there's no tension between us," she said and then joked, 'A little violence is okay." Archana Puran Singh and Parmeet Sethi are married for 33 years now. The two first met at a party and fell in love with each other. They were also in a live-in relationship for around four years before they got married on June 30, 1992. They have two sons – Ayushmaan Sethi and Aaryamann Sethi. Archana Puran Singh is a renowned actress, comedian, and television personality. With a career spanning several decades, she has made a mark in both film and television. Some of her notable works include iconic TV shows like Kuch Toh Log Kahenge, and Comedy Nights with Kapil. Archana has also appeared in several Bollywood films, such as Aitraaz, Krrish, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Masti, Kick, Dolly Ki Doli, De Dana Dan, Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! and Aabra Ka Daabra. Most recently, Archana Puran Singh was also a part of Kapil Sharma's The Great Indian Kapil Show. The second season of the much-loved comedy show premiered on Netflix and concluded earlier this year. First Published:
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive- Sheetal Maulik on World Laughter Day 2025 says, "I wish to do Standup comedy or join a show like Comedy Nights with Kapil"
Actress Sheetal Maulik , who is all set to portray Priya Jaiswal in the upcoming TV show Meri Bhavya Life , recently opened up about her desire to try her hand at Standup comedy . She said, "Having a humour, is a talent. And I feel everyone needs to try making jokes in front of a crowd every once in a while. In fact, it's good for people's well-being to try something as fun and as exhilarating as performing or doing comedy. " She continued, "I love trying new things, such as hiking, backpacking abroad, or searching for exotic food. Performing in front of other people is an exciting new experience, too. Compared to other activities, it is quite a unique one, bringing out adrenaline that many people look for. I wish to do Standup comedy. I'm keen on performing live or joining the cast of shows, such as Comedy Nights with Kapil ." She added, "I'm confident now, that I can do comedy. After playing a role in a show like Gutur Gu , the genre is no more new to me. I still come across people coming to me and expressing their desire to see me back in that show. They still remember me for my work and I feel blessed. Performing stand-up comedy is an exciting way to gain the confidence to talk or express. It improves creativity and sharpens the wit." On World Laughter Day 2025 , celebrated on Sunday, May 4th, she encouraged people to live happier, promote peace through adding joy and laughter in life. She shared, "It's never good to be serious all the time and letting the laughter bubble up from time to time is good for all of us! I feel one who makes people laugh, add joy in the environment is a successful person. Such practices keep one healthy and happy." She concluded mentioning, "Laughter is life's best therapy. Celebrate it with open hearts! Laugh like nobody's watching — Happy World Laughter Day 2025!" Sheetal is also known for featuring in Deewaniyat, Suhaagan, Barsatein – Mausam Pyaar Ka, Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin and Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai among others.
Mint
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
‘No politics': Navjot Singh Sidhu follows Sachin Tendulkar, Ravichandran Ashwin, others to embark on new innings
Former India cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu followed the footsteps of Sachin Tendulkar, Ravichandran Ashwin, Aakash Chopra, and other to start a new journey with the launch of his YouTube channel 'Navjot Sidhu Official'. He made the announcement public in a press conference in Amritsar on Wednesday. Having made his India debut in 1983, Sidhu played international cricket till 1999, representing the nation in 51 Tests and 136 ODIs. Following his cricketing career, the right-hander entered into the world of commentary and television. He was a permanent face in Comedy Nights with Kapil which was later renamed as The Kapil Sharma Show. Sidhu had also served in politics for a considerable amount of time. 'There's no instant coffee in life. Maine zindagi mein bahut ragde khaayi hain (I have had many unpleasant experiences and have struggled in life)," said Sidhu, while explaining the objective of his YouTube channel, which is to make a difference in the lives of people through stories of his experience and struggles. In the process, Sidhu became the latest addition in the list of Indian cricketers who have a YouTube channel. The others are Aakash Chopra, Sachin, Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant. Bumrah and Pant are still playing for India and in the Indian Premier league (IPL). Sidhu's YouTube channel will focus solely on his personal interests and experiences, but nothing political. "This This channel will tell you everything about my life — my journey in cricket, spirituality, health, comedy, lifestyle, and motivation — but not politics," he said. Asked about his political career, Sidhu said, 'Only time will tell. But there will be no political content on my YouTube page. This is something I am doing for my daughter." The former cricketer is currently working as a commentator in IPL 2025. First Published: 30 Apr 2025, 05:39 PM IST
