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Pink Villa
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXCLUSIVE: Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi fame Narayani Shastri to play antagonist in Noyontara, spills beans on Bigg Boss 19
Narayani Shastri, who has been a part of numerous shows including Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, will soon be seen in an upcoming supernatural thriller drama, Noyontara. Noyontara promises to mesmerize audiences like never before. Narayani will be seen playing dual roles in the show, one of a protagonist and one antagonist. In an exclusive conversation with Pinkvilla, the actress spoke in detail about her upcoming show, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi revamp and even disclosed being approached for Bigg Boss. Excerpts from the interview are below: 1- You've been in the industry for over 25 years. Which show was the turning point in your career? For me, Piya Ka Ghar was a big turning point because it gave me strong visibility. But many people feel it was Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi that made me truly popular. That show was loved by everyone and became a huge success. Both shows helped me grow as an actor. But now my all focus is on Noyontara, my upcoming show. 2- Ektaa Kapoor is bringing back Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. Since you were part of the original, how do you feel about this? It was one of the biggest shows ever on Indian TV. It changed everything when it came out. If it's coming back, I'm sure Ekta (Ektaa Kapoor) will make it just as grand and interesting. She's a genius when it comes to storytelling. I feel proud to have been part of the original and excited to see the new version. 3- There's a buzz around Bigg Boss 19. Have you been approached for it? Would you say yes? Yes, I have been approached before. But I have mixed feelings. I'm not sure if I would be comfortable in the Bigg Boss house. It's a different kind of show — very intense. As for me, I'll decide if the time and situation are right. 4- In Noyontara, you are seen playing two characters (twins) - the male protagonist's mother and the antagonist. What is easier for you to play and why? Playing both roles has been smooth for me, but I enjoy the wicked one more. She's unpredictable and exciting. It's fun to play someone who's so different from how we are in real life. The mother is more emotional and loving, but the wicked character lets me try new expressions, strong reactions, and even dark humor. That's always more fun for an actor. Her anger and how she plans things to hurt others are the most negative parts. She reacts very strongly, and sometimes even cruelly. It's tough to show such strong emotions in a way that feels real. But as an actor, I enjoy taking on these challenges. It lets me show a side that is dramatic and intense. 5- What should audiences look out for when they watch the show? Viewers should watch Noyantara for pure entertainment. There's drama, mystery, emotion, and lots of twists. It's full of surprises and powerful scenes. You won't get bored. It's made to keep you hooked and give you something exciting every day. Speaking about Noyontara, the supernatural show will premiere on June 9 at 8:30 PM.
India.com
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet India's Highest-Paid TV Actress Of 2025: From Rs 8000 To Staggering Rs 14 Lakh Per Episode, She Will Shoot With Z+ Security On Sets, Beats Rupali Ganguly And Jannat Zubair
3 / 7 At the same event, Ektaa Kapoor hinted at Smriti's comeback on the show, reprising her iconic role of Tulsi Virani. Ektaa said, "We are bringing politics into entertainment, or better, a politician into entertainment, " talking about much-loved Tulsi's character. Winning a million hearts as Tulsi Virani in Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms' Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Smriti Irani rightfully made her place in fans's hearts with a power-packed performance.
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi New Season: Mouni Roy and Karishma Tanna to reunite with Smriti Irani?
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi reboot is announced, and fans are eagerly looking forward to every update about the show. Pinkvilla first broke the news that producer Ektaa Kapoor is set to revive this iconic series. Reports now indicate that shooting for this new limited series has commenced, with numerous protocols put in place. Returning to their iconic roles, the original leads, Smriti Irani as Tulsi and Amar Upadhyay as Mihir, are set to grace our screens once again. Popular actors Mouni Roy and Karishma Tanna are rumored to join the cast, albeit in cameo roles. According to Indian Forums reports, Mouni Roy and Karishma Tanna are set to join Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi's new season. As per the portal's sources, these two talented actresses, who were a part of the first season, will be roped in to play a cameo role in the reprised edition. It is said that Mouni and Karishma will be shooting for an extended promo for the sequel, and it is going to be an interesting one. However, the makers and the two talented divas are yet to confirm this news. As the audience's beloved Tulsi and Mihir are returning to the screens once again, the anticipation for this new season is at its peak. It was recently reported that Smriti Irani, Amar Upadhyay and other cast members of the show have started shooting for the new season. Reports say that the shooting is taking place under remarkably tight security measures. To maintain confidentiality, the phones of the key cast members, including Amar Upadhyay, Smriti Irani, and Ektaa Kapoor, are reportedly being tapped. Furthermore, Irani is expected to have Z-plus security during shooting, and all people on set will be required to adhere to strict security protocols. For the uninformed, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi's new season will only have 150 episodes and there is a reason for this. The producer shared that when the original series ended, it was exactly 150 episodes short of hitting the 2,000-episode milestone. Thus, she aims to achieve the 2000 benchmark by releasing the 150-episode limited second season. Ektaa Kapoor and team plan to officially announce this news in June 2025.
Pink Villa
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Bigg Boss 19 or Naagin 7? Netizens react to the announcement
The speculations about an upcoming show have left fans excited. Bigg Boss and Naagin are among the most loved fictional and non-fictional shows on Indian Television screens. These shows have a massive fan following that showers love on each season of the show. Now, the makers have teased the audience by making a big announcement without confirming the title of the show. Netizens have taken over the internet and expressed their speculations after this revelation by the makers was made. Colors TV's recent Instagram post left fans on their toes. The channel dropped a new picture of an "eye" on social media. The eye picture indicates Bigg Boss' new season, as the logo of this controversial show is an eye. The channel didn't confirm Bigg Boss Season 19, but netizens believe that this announcement is of Naagin 7. Fans think that the channel has dropped the eye of the lead actress of Naagin 7. Sharing this post, the channel captioned, "#ComingSoon." Take a look at the announcement post here- After this post was shared by the channel, fans quickly flooded the comment section of this post and expressed their excitement over this announcement. While a big section of fans thought it was Naagin 7's announcement, many thought it was Bigg Boss 19's announcement. Fan commented, "Naagin 7." Another fan commented, "Bigg Boss 19 ayga uska hi hint hai naagin-7 aab aur bhi der se ayga maybe huhhh" and so on the comments continued. Here's what fans think: Speaking about Bigg Boss 19, it was Pinkvilla who exclusively informed its readers about the new season. Produced by Endemol Shine India, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is returning as the host with Bigg Boss 19. The 59-year-old will shoot the first promo for Bigg Boss 19 at the end of June, with the new season expected to premiere around late July. As per the sources, Bigg Boss 19 will break from its usual 3-month format and run for almost 5.5 months, making it the longest season in the show's history. Meanwhile, Naagin 7 is officially announced by Ektaa Kapoor and the lead for the fictional show has been locked.
News18
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
At WAVES 2025, Ekta Kapoor Commits To Filming In Madhya Pradesh
Last Updated: Ektaa Kapoor lauded the potential of the state as a cinematic-rich landscape in cultural and visual appeal. Renowned producer Ekta Kapoor officially launched the Madhya Pradesh Film Tourism Policy 2025 during the WAVES Summit 2025 in Mumbai. The program titled Digital Dreams & Cinematic Visions: Madhya Pradesh as the Next Creative Hub demonstrates the state's growing role in becoming a leading destination for creative industries and film production. Addressing the mass audience at the summit, the Emmy Award-winning producer hailed the potential of Madhya Pradesh as a cinematic rich landscape in cultural and visual appeal. She spoke about the practical needs of filmmakers—rebates, scenic diversity, streamlined permissions, and efficient logistics—while praising Madhya Pradesh for delivering on all fronts. 'From what we could see, Madhya Pradesh has the visuals, the heritage, and the legacy — sorted," she said, emphasising the natural advantages of the state for filmmakers. In the same conversation, Kapoor also pointed out the importance of financial incentives to fully unlock this potential. 'They have just launched a great policy. What they would need now is some kind of financial ease for the makers so they can support large-scale productions. This will not only boost the state's economy but also make it easier for filmmakers to shoot there," she added. The producer further stressed that even the most visually appealing locations may lose out to global competitors without such facilitation. Drawing attention to Spain's current dominance as a preferred filming location, Kapoor highlighted, 'Spain has taken over most of the shooting — due to the ease to work and the rebates offered. So, these would be the two things— a one-stop-shop policy and, of course, financial help in the form of a rebate." During the summit, Ektaa Kapoor also showed support for the new policy by making a strong promise. She announced, 'We promise Madhya Pradesh that out of the 8-10 films we are planning and about 18-19 shows we are planning, we will be shooting one to starf before the end of twelve months in Madhya Pradesh. We are going to do that." Beyond the celebrated stars of India, WAVES 2025 also saw global leaders from the entertainment world. High-profile dignitaries like Ted Sarandos (Co-CEO of Netflix), Adam Mosseri (Head of Instagram) and Neal Mohan (CEO of YouTube) graced the event and made it memorable. First Published:
