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News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
'Big' Actor Has A 9-People Entourage, Costume Designer Charges Rs 20,000 To Fix Collar: Komal Nahta
Last Updated: Komal Nahta said that these huge entourages are a waste of money as they don'[t affect the film's quality. The rising cost of Bollywood entourages is a topic that has been in discussion for several months now. Several filmmakers and producers have slammed actors for unnecessarily having too many people around them. Now, Komal Nahta has weighed in on the debate. He recalled how a big actor's costume designer once charged Rs 20,000 just to fix his collar. Speaking to Faridoon Shahryar on his YouTube channel, Komal Nahta said, 'Entourage doesn't interfere in the script of the film or its making. The negative points of entourage are the cost to the producer and the irritation value. They irritate the smooth functioning. The entourage doesn't have the power to turn a good film into a bad one, but it is definitely a waste of money." Recalling an incident when a star had a massive entourage, he said, 'Even for an appearance, an actor will come with 8 to 9 people. The big star came with the costume designer, social media manager, photographer, two bouncers, despite us providing security, makeup man, and hairdresser. He literally came wearing a suit, got down from the flight and reached the venue." Komal recalled, 'And the costume designer, just to justify her payment…" Komal adjusted his collar and said, 'That is all she did (fixed his collar), and the organiser had to pay her Rs 20,000." Previously, the likes of Anurag Kashyap, Shoojit Sircar and Rajeev Masand have criticised the rising costs of Bollywood entourages. Rajeev Masand, the COO of the Dharma Cornerstone Agency, told The Hollywood Reporter India, 'I do think that costs have spiralled irrationally. If hair and makeup are getting paid more than the editor of a film or the writer of a film, there's a problem. Actors need to take a stand, but really, the ball is finally in the court of the producers. They need to unite and say we're not going to encourage this." Actors like Kriti Sanon, John Abraham and Jackie Shroff have openly discussed the matter. Kriti Sanon told Bollywood Bubble, 'When we talk about hair, makeup, and costume, they make the character to a large extent. Having said that, there are a lot of unnecessary entourage, which sometimes certain actors might get. We have to be mindful of it." John Abraham told The Hollywood Reporter India, 'We can't load a film with entourage costs as well. It's ridiculous. Don't know if actors are thinking this way or if it's their agent making them think differently. I understand you are put in a bubble, but you can't be so daft. You need to see the real world." While Jackie Shroff did agree that a huge entourage was not required, he also spoke for some actors who have too many people around them. In a conversation with Vickey Lalwani, Jackie clarified that he usually travels with just a spotboy and believes that every actor is entitled to their preferences, but those expectations must be transparent from the get-go. First Published: 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
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Rs 20,000 to fix the star's collar,' Komal Nahta calls out entourage cost that's making Bollywood bleed: ‘They come with 9 people, definitely a wastage of money'
The rise in entourage costs of Bollywood actors and how it is starting to burden film producers has been a topic of discussion and contention for many months now. Recently, trade analyst Komal Nahta weighed in on the debate and shared that the massive entourages of actors only add 'irritation value' to a film set. He went on to share his personal experience, where a big star's costume designer charged Rs 20,000 just to fix the actor's collar. Speaking to Faridoon Shahryar on his YouTube channel, he said, 'Entourage doesn't interfere in the script of the film or its making. The negative points of entourage is the cost to the producer and the irritation value. They irritate the smooth functioning. The entourage doesn't have the power to turn a good film into a bad one, but it is definitely a wastage of money.' Komal shared a personal experience involving a big star who arrived with an entourage of 8-9 people for an appearance in Jodhpur. He said, 'Even for an appearance, an actor will come with 8 to 9 people. The big star came with the costume designer, social media manager, photographer, two bouncers despite us providing security, makeup man, hairdresser. He literally came wearing a suit, got down from the flight and reached the venue.' Sharing an example of the futile cost of an entourage, he said, 'And the costume designer, just to justify her payment…' Then Komal went on to adjust his collar, showing how the costume designer took Rs 20,000 just to fix the collar of the actor. He went on to say, 'That is all she did and the organiser had to pay her Rs 20,000.' Earlier, former journalist Rajeev Masand, the COO of the Dharma Cornerstone Agency, also spoke about the entourage costs of actors. In an interaction with The Hollywood Reporter India, he said, 'I do think that costs have spiralled irrationally. If hair and makeup is getting paid more than the editor of a film or the writer of a film, there's a problem. Actors need to take a stand, but really, the ball is finally in the court of the producers. They need to unite and say we're not going to encourage this.' In 2024, SCREEN had reported extensively on the rising entourage costs. The report stated how, in some cases, the spot boys of a star would charge Rs 25,000 per day on average, personal security would pocket Rs 15,000 per head per day, and a stylist would charge up to Rs 1 lakh.
News18
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Mohabbatein Actress Kim Sharma Turns Up The Heat In Sexy Red Bikini During Spain Vacay
Last Updated: Kim Sharma turned heads in a red bikini, and her sunkissed beach photos from Spain have gone viral! Kim Sharma, most popularly known for her role in the 2000 film 'Mohabbatein', has a huge following on social media, and she often treats them with glimpses from her life. Looks like she is currently ejoying a vacay in Spain, and she was spotted soaking up the sun in a bold red bikini at the beach. She rocked the bikini confidently, flaunting her toned physique, and fans went gaga over her look. Bhavana Panday, Arjun Rampal and Seema Kiran Sajdeh also reacted to her stunning pictures! Kim Sharma took to her Instagram recently to share a series of pictures from her Spain holiday. She set temperature soaring in an eye-catching red bikini that perfectly complemented her curves. She flaunted her toned abs, and also enjoyed a dip at the beach. She paired the bikini look with dark sunglasses. The sun-kissed photos went viral on social media! 'Spanish summer," she wrote, while sharing the photos. Take a look! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kimi Sharma (@kimsharmaofficial) Reacting to the pictures, Arjun Rampal wrote, 'Looking good sis," to which she replied, '@rampal72 ly." 'Oohhh myyyy," wrote Seema Sajdeh, while Bhavana Panday dropped several fire emojis. Meanwhile, she also shared some more pictures from her vacay, in which she was seen sporting a black bikini. Have a look! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kimi Sharma (@kimsharmaofficial) Coming to Kim's professional front, she made her acting debut in 2000 with YRF's romantic drama Mohabbatein, which also starred Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai, Jugal Hansraj Uday Chopra among others. She played the role of Sanjana, the love interest of Jugal Hansraj's character Sameer in the film. She bagged the IIFA Award for Star Debut of the Year – Female for her on-screen performance. The actress then appeared in several films, including Tum Se Achcha Kaun Hai, Khadgam, Fida, Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story and Godfather, Nehlle Pe Dehlla among others. She was last seen as Sharmili M. Siqueira 'SMS" in the 2011 film Loot, marking her exit from the acting career. Currently, she works as the Executive Vice President (EVP) of Dharma Cornerstone Agency (DCA). First Published: August 05, 2025, 15:53 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.
Pink Villa
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Who is Sufi Motiwala? Meet The Traitors contestant who calls out celebrities for their fashion looks
The highly anticipated web show The Traitors, hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar, is set to grace our screens this month. The trailer for this star-studded show was released last month and has generated immense buzz. Featuring an ensemble cast of prominent personalities from the entertainment industry, The Traitors includes contestants ranging from well-known social media figures to actors and other notable names. Among these contestants is Sufi Motiwala. But who is Sufi Motiwala? Who is Sufi Motiwala? Sufi Motiwala is a 21-year-old social media personality who gained fame for his sharp and unfiltered commentary on celebrity fashion. He shares videos on Instagram, where his bold and sometimes caustic tone has attracted him huge popularity. In an interview with Wion, Sufi expressed that he has wanted to be a fashion critic since he was in 10th grade. He aspired to become a fashion editor at the age of 15 or 16. However, he found his niche in the social media landscape when the opportunity arose. Sufi is known for his candid critiques of celebrities' designer outfits and styling, voicing his opinions on various prominent names in the industry. In 2024, he joined the Dharma Cornerstone Agency (DCA), a firm focused on nurturing the next generation of creative minds making waves in the digital realm. Among his favorite designers are Rahul Mishra, Gaurav Gupta, and Tarun Tahiliani. Sufi's fashion commentaries have also sparked controversies. Currently, Motiwala boasts 368k followers on Instagram. He is set to star in his first OTT show, The Traitors. The Traitors: Set against the luxurious backdrop of Rajasthan, The Traitors features 20 celebrity contestants who will engage in planning, betrayal, and strategy to demonstrate their skills throughout the show. As we approach its premiere, fans can meet the 20 celebrity participants of The Traitors. On May 30, Amazon Prime released the official first trailer, offering a sneak peek into this upcoming reality show. Filmed at Hotel Suryagarh in Jaisalmer, the show centers around the theme of good versus evil, with contestants competing to outlast one another. They will be divided into two groups: one comprising good citizens and the other made up of Mafias. The Traitors will premiere on Prime Video on June 12, with new episodes airing every Thursday at 8 PM.
The Print
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Print
Indians react to Karan Johar's new reality show, The Traitors. ‘Have some mercy on us'
'What is this ameero ka off season Splitsvilla?' wrote one Instagram user under Karan Johar's post. Another one wrote: 'The game we played on school trips and holidays is now basically a reality show.' The trailer has generated great interest among Indian viewers, who have all started sharing their two cents on social media. New Delhi: The highly-anticipated Indian version of reality show The Traitors will see Karan Johar play host to 20 contestants. The trailer, which dropped on Thursday, will see 'Rebel Kid' Apoorva Mukhija match her wit and cunning with actor Arjun Kapoor's sister Anshula Kapoor, Shilpa Shetty's husband Raj Kundra, Maheep Kapoor from Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives, and other celebrities. People have also started naming their favourite contestants, such as influencer Apoorva Mukhija; others have compared it to the multiplayer online game 'Among Us'. Johar's post has garnered over 23,000 likes in five hours, and has 21,700 reshares so far. The Traitors The treachery and trickery will unfold at Suryagarh Palace in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The show will stream on Amazon Prime Video starting 12 June, with new episodes every Thursday at 8 pm. The three-minute trailer also features Telugu actress Lakshmi Manchu, and television stars Jannat Zubair, Jasmin Bhasin, and Karan Kundrra. All the contestants have a spicy backstory. Mukhija's remarks on Samay Raina's YouTube show India's Got Latent with podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia triggered social media outrage and led to multiple FIRs. Uorfi Javed is known for her daring costumes and her own reality TV show, Follow Kar Lo Yaar (2024). The Traitors will also feature fashion commentator Sufi Motiwala, who is represented by Karan Johar's Dharma Cornerstone Agency (DCA). They all have a single objective: to win the Rs 1 crore prize money after completing a series of physical and psychological missions. Players marked 'innocents' must find and eliminate the 'traitors' from among them, who will be secretly chosen at the beginning of the show by host Karan Johar. The reality show is based on the Dutch series De Verraders (2021), which has iterations in 30 countries. The American version is hosted by Alan Cumming and the British version by Claudia Winkleman. Game of trust, deception In the trailer, Karan Johar is dressed head-to-toe in a black, magician-like ensemble. Viewers are privy to snatches of contestants trying to figure out who the traitors are. In the clip, Uorfi Javed vows to shave her head if found to be a 'traitor', while rapper Raftaar, also a contestant on the show, says that he will 'stop rapping'. 'Yaha trust is rare, but dhoka everywhere (Trust is rare here, but deception is everywhere),' declares Johar. Some people, however, have criticised the Bollywood filmmaker for taking up the project. 'You'll do anything at this point to avoid directing a movie…who are you Riri? Wrote one Instagram user. Another one expressed disappointment at the content itself: 'Indians are fed up of seeing content like this! With the likes of Karan Johar and others! Same thing, old wine, new bottle. Have some mercy on us and give us good content.' (Edited by Zoya Bhatti)
