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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Sonu Walia faked not knowing swimming to avoid swimsuit scene in 'Khoon Bhari Maang' – Here's what Rakesh Roshan did
Back then, it wasn't as easy for actresses to wear swimsuits on screen as it is today. , the stunning star of the popular film 'Khoon Bhari Maang,' once in an exclusive conversation with ETimes opened up about her discomfort when she had to wear a swimsuit for a scene. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Kabir Bedi 's unknowing help On a lighthearted note, the actress recalled being absolutely petrified at the thought of wearing a swimsuit for a film shoot. What eased her nerves slightly was seeing Kabir Bedi sporting swimming trunks—since heroes of that era usually stuck to ganjis and shorts for pool scenes. In a clever attempt to avoid the swimsuit sequence, she confessed to director that she didn't know how to swim. Believing her, Roshan not only convinced her gently but even went a step further—he cut out an entire stanza from the song, considering her supposed limitation. Sonu eventually came clean, but only after filming was complete, laughing over how she had pulled off a smooth dive into the pool during a shot, and Rakesh Roshan never caught on. About Sonu Walia Sonu Walia entered the world as Sanjeet Kaur Walia in New Delhi before becoming a famous beauty queen and Bollywood star who possessed both elegance and charisma on screen. The completion of her studies in psychology and journalism led her into modeling, which ultimately brought her the Femina Miss India Universe crown in 1985. Her achievements in the modeling business led directly to her debut as a film actress. Sonu started her Bollywood career through 'Shart' in 1986 until she reached major stardom through 'Khoon Bhari Maang' in 1988, where she starred as the stylish villain opposite . The Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress recognized her outstanding work. Sonu faced challenges in securing lead roles during her early career because her tall stature prevented her from working with numerous male actors who dominated Bollywood at that period. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now During 1995 she married NRI businessman Surya Pratap Singh through marriage and left her film career behind to devote herself to domestic life. Following her husband's death in 2009, she moved back to India to begin her work in film production.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Ashish Chanchlani Pulls Rumoured Girlfriend Elli AvrRam's Leg, Calls Her 'Filmfare' In New Video
Ashish Chanchlani jokingly called Elli AvrRam a "Filmfare award" in a fun video, teasing her outfit and gold bangles amid dating rumours. Ashish Chanchlani and Elli AvrRam have been making quite a lot of buzz with their cute videos and several outings amid dating rumours. Now, a new video taking over social media shows Ashish pulling Elli's leg in the cutest way, and we can't help but gush over their camaraderie. Yesterday, Ashish took to his Instagram and shared a video of his rumoured girlfriend Elli dressed in a stunning black bodycon dress featuring gathered detailing. While sharing the video, Ashish gave a hilarious voiceover, calling Elli a 'Filmfare Award." He can be heard saying, 'Yeh dekho ghar par Filmfare Award aaya hai. Arre baap re, itna bada Filmfare! Aye Bhagwan! Kaise ho Elli, kya haal chaal?" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Filmygalaxy (@filmygalaxy) Further in the video, he teases the actress for her multiple golden bangles and says, 'Yeh haath mein kitne carat ka gold pehna hai?" to which she replies, 'Nakli hai." For the unversed, Ashish Chanchlani left everyone surprised earlier this month when he seemingly confirmed that he is dating actress-model Elli AvrRam. The content creator took to his Instagram handle and shared a beautiful picture with Elli, in which he was seen holding her in his arms. While this sparked speculation about their relationship, Ashish also wrote in the caption – 'Finally ❤" Earlier, they dropped a cute video where Ashish called himself Elli's spotboy in a fun reel, which left netizens questioning the wedding date. One wrote, 'We got Ashish's shaadi date reveal before Ekaki release." Another wrote, 'Bhai agar yeh prank hai toh life se bharosa uth jayega." A third fan said, 'Kuch bhi kaho, apna Ashish bhai smart 🤓 lag raha hai." Elli AvrRam is a Swedish-Greek actress based in Mumbai. In India, Elli gained recognition after participating in Bigg Boss 7 in 2013. She has also been a part of films like Mickey Virus, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, Naam Shabana, and Goodbye. Meanwhile, on the work front, Ashish is currently preparing for the release of his highly anticipated project Ekaki. This series represents a shift from his traditional comedic style, as it promises to offer a unique blend of horror and comedy. 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.
India.com
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Vinod Khanna's heroine, who did lots of intimate scenes with Rishi Kapoor in…, had fallen in love with Dharmendra's son, got married to…, she is…
This actress stepped into the world of cinema like a spark, chosen by a legendary filmmaker, Raj Kapoor, known for crafting timeless love stories. With her first film, she not only stole hearts but also rewrote the definition of youthful charm in Indian cinema. Her debut alongside a young star from a celebrated film family became the talk of the town. The movie's massive success turned her into an overnight sensation, placing her among the finest actresses of her time. Who Is This Actress? The actress we are talking about is Dimple Kapadia, who became a household name with her debut in Raj Kapoor's 1973 film 'Bobby.' Portraying Bobby Braganza, a spirited teenager from Goa, she captivated audiences with her natural charm and vivacity. Her bold performance earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Actress, tying with Jaya Bachchan for 'Abhimaan.' Beyond acting, Dimple set fashion trends with her polka-dotted outfits and the iconic red bikini, leading to the popularization of the 'Bobby Print' for the first time in Indian fashion. After her debut film, the news of her affair with Rishi Kapoor became very common. She has also been in the news for her affair with Sunny Deol. How Was Dimple Kapadia's Filmy Career? Dimple has worked with every big star in her career, including Jackie Shroff, Dharmendra, Amitabh, Mithun Chakraborty and Vinod Khanna. Dimple Kapadia and Vinod Khanna have worked together in many films, but the pairing of these two was especially appreciated in some films like Bantwara, Khoon Ka Karz, Aakhri Adaalat and Insaaf. Which One Is The Most Talked Film Of Dimple Kapadia? Dimple's film Saagar released in 1985 is considered to be one of the boldest and most talked about films of Hindi cinema. While on one hand the strong acting and romantic story of this film won the hearts of the people, on the other hand there was a lot of controversy over some of the scenes filmed in it. The news of her affair with Rishi Kapoor was common, and along with that, Dimple had given a lot of intimate scenes with Rishi Kapoor in 'Saagar' released in 1985, which became a controversial front for her. More About Dimple Kapadia Dimple Kapadia's personal life has often been in the spotlight, notably her early marriage to superstar Rajesh Khanna. After a hiatus from acting, she made a successful comeback in the mid-1980s, taking on diverse roles that showcased her depth as an actress. Her alleged relationship with Dharmendra's son, Sunny Deol garnered media attention while doing three films, Narasimha, Gola, and Arjun. Although they have not publicly acknowledged their relationship, there have been reports and sightings of them together, including a viral video showing them holding hands in London.
Hans India
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Shruti Haasan credits ‘Gabbar Singh' as her first home of success
Actress Shruti Haasan recently opened up about her early days in the film industry, revealing how Gabbar Singh alongside Pawan Kalyan played a pivotal role in shaping her career. In a heartfelt conversation on a podcast, Shruti described the film as her "first major breakthrough" and said it was the Telugu industry that truly gave her a platform to shine. 'I was supposed to be in Pawan Kalyan sir's movie Gabbar Singh, which was a remake of Dabangg. Then, there was some issue and I was not going to be in it. But director Harish Shankar really fought for me. He said he saw me in that role and needed me for it,' Shruti recalled. 'I went, did the film, and my life changed after that. That's how I have the career I have today.' Shruti added that she considers the Telugu film industry her "first home of success." She also recounted an earlier memory from Hyderabad when she accepted a Filmfare Award on behalf of her father, Kamal Haasan. 'I said on stage that day — one day I will come back to get an award of my own. Gabbar Singh made that statement true for me.' Speaking about Pawan Kalyan, she praised his grounded nature and said his values made him a natural fit for politics. 'He was so rooted. He would often speak about farming and going back to villages. Someone like him, who has seen both sides of life, is meant to be in politics.' Shruti also reflected on her on-set experience with Pawan Kalyan, admitting she was initially intimidated by his stardom. 'But he was always very sweet. Him, and Vijay sir in Tamil — they're respectful and quiet gentlemen.' The actress credited Gabbar Singh not just for launching her into stardom but also for strengthening her emotional connection with Telugu cinema.
India.com
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This 2-hour and 29-minute film, which won 21 awards, stars Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor, yet two do not share screen; Movie is…
The Indian film industry offers not just movies, songs, and cinematic experiences, but also insights into your favourite celebrities – their real-life love stories, families, and who's getting married to whom. One such popular real-life couple was Bollywood's superhit jodi, Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor. They dated for a long time, but their relationship ended rather abruptly. Today, we'll tell you about a movie featuring both of them, in which they didn't share a single scene, yet the film went on to win 21 awards. For which movie did Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor agree to work together after their breakup? The 2016 movie was a crime drama with a stellar star cast. The movie was written and directed by Abhishek Chaubey, co-written by Sudip Sharma, and produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ekta Kapoor, Sameer Nair and Aman Gill under Balaji Motion Pictures in association with Anurag Kashyap, Vikas Bahl and Vikramaditya Motwane under Phantom Films. Apart from Kareena Kapoor Khan and Shahid Kapoor, the movie also featured Alia Bhatt, and Diljit Dosanjh. You must be guessing which movie this is. The story of the film is based on and revolves around the drug abuse by the youth in Punjab. Though the movie got good reviews, but it received widespread criticism in Punjab. Even the censor board sought a stay on the film's release and called it vulgar for the general audience. As a result, the producers were directed to make a total of 89 cuts in the film. What is the name of Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor's movie that needed 89 cuts? The movie in question is Udta Punjab . It was made on a budget of Rs 34 crore and earned Rs 97 crore worldwide. Despite facing challenges like a leaked copy before release, te movie performed well, especially in North India. Shahid Kapoor plays the role of Tommy Singh in the movie, who is a famous pop singer. He himself is addicted to drugs, but when he sees that because of him the lives of the youth are getting ruined and they are also taking drugs, he starts trying to change himself. Kareena Kapoor played the role of Dr. Preet, who is working against drug addiction. She is aware of the truth of the system and struggles to save the youth from drugs. The amazing thing is that even though Shahid Kapoor and Kapoor worked in this movie, they did not have a single scene together. With Udta Punjab, Diljit Dosanjh made his Bollywood debut. Alia Bhatt won everyone's hearts with her powerful performance. Not only critics, but the audience also praised her acting. This movie proved to be a turning point for Alia Bhatt's career. The song 'Ek Kudi' that went viral is from the movie. There have also been reports that Kareena Kapoor worked in 'Udta Punjab' only because she did not have any scenes with her ex-boyfriend Shahid Kapoor. Both of them were dating each other at one time, but their relationship did not last long. After this, both of them parted ways. Where is Udta Punjab streaming online? Shahid Kapoor won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for 'Udta Punjab', directed by Abhishek Chaubey. Alia Bhatt also won the Filmfare Award for Best Actress. According to IMDb report, 'Udta Punjab' won a total of 21 awards. The movie's rating on IMDb is 7.7. You can watch this movie on Netflix.
