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News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Sales Promoter To Influencer: How Adnaan Shaikh Shot To Fame
From addressing recent controversies to talking about his early struggles, Adnaan Shaikh reflected on his journey to becoming one of India's top influencers. Adnaan Shaikh catapulted to fame with his brief stint on Anil Kapoor's Bigg Boss OTT 3. The popular social media influencer was recently in the headlines as he became the proud father of a baby boy. In a heart-to-heart conversation with a media portal, he opened up about his personal and professional life like never before. From addressing recent controversies to talking about his early struggles, Adnaan Shaikh reflected on his journey to becoming one of India's top influencers. While speaking to Galatta India, the Bigg Boss OTT 3 fame said, 'Mai Rs 14,000 pe kaam karne wala aadmi tha normal. Relationship manager tha me ek telecom company me, jaise isse pehle mai bata chukka hu. Aur meri jo first job thi, jaise hi mai 18 ka hua tha, main ek sale promoter tha ek sim card ke telecom ka. Wo time pe meri salary thi Rs 6,000. To meri jab Rs 6,000 salary thi, to mere sapne to itne bade nahi the (I was a normal person working for Rs 14,000. I was a relationship manager in a telecom company, as I have already mentioned. And my first job, as soon as I turned 18, was as a sales promoter for a SIM card telecom. My salary at that time was Rs 6,000. So when my salary was Rs 6,000, my dreams were not that big.)" 'Mere hisab se apko mehnat karte rhna chahiye. Upar wale ke liye koi bhi cheez impossible nhi hai. Kab upar wala apko kaha se Nawaz de wo aap soch bhi nahi sakte ho, guman bhi nahi kar sakte ho. (According to me, you should keep working hard. Nothing is impossible for the almighty. You cannot even imagine when the God will honour you, you cannot even imagine)," he added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Galatta India (@galattaindiaoffl) He went on to say, 'To mere hisab se, maine itne bade sapne kabhi dekhe nahi aur itne bade shauk rakhe nahi. Par mehnat karte gaya, kisika haq nahi mara, kisika galt nahi kiya, to wo automatically, thali me aa gayi sab cheezein. Upar wale ne paros di. (So according to me, I have never seen such big dreams nor had such big desires. But I kept working hard, did not violate anyone's rights, and did not do anyone wrong, so automatically all the things came in my bag. God served me everything.)" Everything About Adnaan Shaikh Social media influencer Adnaan is popular for his stint on Anil Kapoor's Bigg Boss OTT 3. He was often in the headlines for his frequent clashes with fellow contestants Armaan Malik and Lovekesh Kataria during his time in the house. He is also known for being a part of the social media influence group Team 07, which includes Faizu Shaikh, Hasnain Khan, Faiz Baloch and Shadan Farooqui, among others. Adnaan has also appeared in the reality show Ace of Space Season 2. 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.
News18
6 days ago
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- News18
Dalljiet Kaur Has This To Say About Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon Comeback: ‘Kyunki Hum Sab...'
Last Updated: Dalljiet Kaur heaped praises on the kind of work her Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? co-star Barun Sobti has been doing. Dalljiet Kaur shared her thoughts on the comeback of her hit television series, Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? The actress, who played the role of Anjali Singh Raizada aka Arnav Singh Raizada (Barun Sobti)'s older sister, also talked about the great work that the lead character of the serial is currently doing. She revealed how Barun is ready to return to television as he is greedy for good characters. In an interview, Dalljiet Kaur revealed that fans of Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? want a comeback, but this won't be possible in the near future. Unveiling the real reason behind the same, that all the characters of the serial have gone on different paths, she told Galatta India, 'Our fans are very cute. They have been wanting all of us back for a very long time. It's not possible. Kyunki hum sab alag alag…Barun is doing outstanding work, and not that he looks down upon television. He is open for everything." Dalljiet Kaur Praises Barun Sobti's Passion For Work In the same conversation, the 42-year-old actress then went on talking about her co-star and on-screen brother, Barun Sobti's professional greed. Calling him immensely passionate, she stated, 'He is somebody who wants… He is greedy for good characters, good love. Like jisko ek character dekhte hi pyaar ho jaega. It could be negative or positive, but he is hungry for good work. And usko jaha milta hai he swears like a river. Jo usey milta hai, who kar liya. The way he listens to stories, he is creatively so passionate." 'I think he is really happy where he is. I am very happy with the body of work he is doing. I am sure he will be the first one to jump on television. He doesn't care where he is. The last person on this earth who cares about who is how big, he doesn't care," she continued. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Galatta India (@galattaindiaoffl) All About Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? Barun Sobti as Arnav 'ASR' Singh Raizada, a suave, arrogant and immensely successful business tycoon from Delhi, and Sanaya Irani as Khushi Kumari Gupta Singh Raizada, a spirited girl from a humble background in Lucknow, played the lead characters in Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? The romantic drama aired on StarPlus from June 6, 2011, to November 30, 2012 and was one of the most loved television series of that period. Produced by Gul Khan under 4 Lions Films, it told a sweet love story between the lead duo. As Arnav Singh Raizada crossed paths with Khushi Kumari Gupta, a series of bittersweet events unfolded one after the other until the duo fell for each other. Following this, they form an unbreakable bond that remains unshakable even in the most challenging circumstances. First Published: July 26, 2025, 10:30 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.
Economic Times
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Why did Saiyaara actor Rajesh Kumar tell Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda that he wants to meet their parents?
Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda are gaining recognition after 'Saiyaara' success. Rajesh Kumar praised Ahaan's dedication. He also shared his farming experience. Kumar faced bankruptcy but wanted his children to respect farmers. Farming gave him emotional depth for acting. He now shares farming insights on social media. He also educates students about agriculture and sustainable living. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads With the stupendous success of ' Saiyaara ', lead stars Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have become the talk of the town. The pair has wowed fans with their on-point acting chops and sizzling chemistry. Panday, in particular, has silenced naysayers, who were skeptical about him due to his being an industry kid, with his tour-de-force performance as an up-and-coming musician. In a recent interview with Galatta India, ' Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai ' actor Rajesh Kumar , who essayed the role of Aneet's character Vaani's father, was all praise for his onscreen daughter and praised Ahaan's dedication and down-to-earth attitude. He revealed that he would apologise to Kumar if any shot had multiple retakes. "There were a few instances where it took three or four takes, and Ahaan came up to me and said, 'Sorry.' I told him, 'Why are you saying sorry? This is your film. I'm here to support you. We're all here to support each other and to bring Mohit's vision to life.' Ahaan never had the 'give-up' attitude..' he revealed that despite being nervous on the sets, Ahaan gave the perfect shot in just the third take. 'Ahaan was so nervous before his first shot. We shot that together. The ones who have watched the film will remember the scene where he quietly hands me a bag. That was his first shot for the film. But he did it so well in just the third take. After the shot ended, people clapped for him, and then he felt relaxed," he both of his young co-stars, the veteran actor revealed that what made them stand out from their peers was their ability to listen and adapt themselves to the director's also praised both of his co-stars for their humility and commitment to work. He revealed he told them he wanted to meet their parents. When he met them, he thanked their families for doing such a fine job in bringing them up. "I told both Aneet and Ahaan to make me meet your parents. I just went and thanked them for bringing them up so well, and that is what is reflecting on the screen. They are not corrupted. Having said that, there is a long way for them to go.'He also revealed that Aneet helped him master his diction over Punjabi. She would speak with him in Punjabi on the set to help him become more both the stars , he said that he was confident that both of them would not let success go to their heads and become 'nakchade' has gone on to become an immense box-office success, earning more than Rs 150 crores in just six the same conversation, the 'Saiyaara' actor opened up on his failed stint as a farmer and dealing with bankrupty. He said he wanted to make sure his children grew up to respect farmers too. 'Despite facing loss in farming, I wanted to prove a point that being a farmer is not a bad thing. I ignored those losses and focused on 'Will my work inspire kids?' To educate them, I went outside my son's school and sold vegetables. It was to show them that no work is small. If they are taught well now, growing up they will respect people who are in this industry. I wanted my children to respect farmers,' he his love for farming, his business was an immense loss. He had to take several loans but was not able to pay them off. He admitted that for a time he was totally bankrupt and reflected on his journey as a farmer, revealing that the actual process of cultivating crops wasn't the most demanding part of the experience. What truly tested him was persuading people to believe in the value of what he was producing—especially convincing them that his produce was genuinely organic. He found it especially challenging to educate people about the importance of natural farming and the distinctions between organic and natural practices. Despite targeting an audience that was formally educated, he discovered a surprising resistance to learning or conducting independent research on these topics. This struggle became a frustrating cycle for him, as he constantly found himself explaining the relevance of millets, the benefits of natural methods, and why such choices farming never brought him significant returns. However, it offered something more meaningful—it profoundly impacted his emotional depth and authenticity as an actor. The raw experiences he encountered in the field, the hardships, and the emotional rollercoaster of working the land gave him a reservoir of real-life feelings to draw from in his performances. Instead of relying on artificial prompts to access deep emotions during emotional scenes, he now draws from genuine memories—like the devastation he felt when a fire broke out on his farmland. These moments provide him with a direct emotional trigger, enhancing the truthfulness of his he has returned to the world of acting, Rajesh Kumar continues to stay rooted in agriculture. Through his social media presence, particularly Instagram, he regularly shares insights and updates related to farming and gardening. Additionally, he actively participates in educational events, where he speaks to students about the value of agriculture and sustainable living. His commitment to spreading awareness about farming practices remains unwavering, even as he balances it with his career in the entertainment industry.
News18
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ahaan Panday Was 'Nervous' Before First Shot, Aneet 'Is Yet To Believe' Saiyaara's Success: Rajesh Kumar
The actor also revealed that Ahaan Panday took about three takes to nail his first shot. Actor Rajesh Kumar recently played the role of Aneet Padda's father in Mohit Suri's film, Saiyaara. In a recent interview with Galatta India, Rajesh opened up about working with Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. Rajesh lauded their upbringing for their grounded attitude and praised both actors for their successful debuts. Rajesh recalled working with Ahaan and said, 'Ahaan was so nervous before his first shot. We shot that together. The ones who have watched the film will remember the scene where he quietly hands me a bag. That was his first shot for the film. But he did it so well in just the second and third takes. After the shot ended, people clapped for him, and then he felt relaxed." As for Aneet, Rajesh said, 'If you look into Aneet's clips, you will see that she is yet to believe that her film is working wonders. When people realise things late, success doesn't take over them. These people are so grounded because of their parenting that I don't think Aneet or Ahaan will ever be a 'nakchadhe' (snooty) stars." He added, 'They will be sought-after actors. Ahaan's exceptional screen presence and heroism that kills you. There was a time when, after 3–4 shots, when Mohit was not getting what he wanted, Ahaan came to me and said sorry. So they don't have this give-up attitude." Meanwhile, Saiyaara revolves around Krish Kapoor, an aspiring singer, and Vaani Batra, a budding journalist. As their love blossoms, they find themselves up against numerous odds. Set to a soundtrack that's already winning hearts, the film blends romance, ambition, and emotional drama. The film is produced by Akshaye Widwani under the YRF label. Mohit Suri's directorial has earned more than Rs 150 crore at the global box office, proving to be a super successful debut for both Ahaan and Aneet. After Saiyaara's box office storm, fans are already dreaming about a sequel. However, there is no news of a sequel yet. First Published: July 24, 2025, 12:06 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.
Hindustan Times
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Rajesh Kumar says Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda will never be ‘nakchadhe stars': They're so grounded due to their parenting
Actor Rajesh Kumar, best known for playing Rosesh in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, recently essayed the role of Aneet Padda's father in Mohit Suri's film, Saiyaara. In a recent interview with Galatta India, Rajesh opened up about his experience working with newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet, and praised their upbringing. He also expressed confidence that they will never turn into 'nakchade stars.' Rajesh Kumar heaped praise on Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's upbringing. Rajesh Kumar on working with Ahaan Panday Talking about working with Ahaan in Saiyaara, Rajesh recalled, "Ahaan was so nervous before his first shot. We shot that together. The ones who have watched the film will remember the scene where he quietly hands me a bag. That was his first shot for the film. But, he did it so well in just the second and third take. After the shot ended, people clapped for him and then he felt relaxed.' Rajesh believes that the new generation of actors is exceptionally well-prepared and polished. In his view, most of the newcomers he has worked with are already equipped for the demands of Bollywood and are likely to remain relevant for the next 25 to 30 years. He praised their adaptability and dedication, noting that while a few may be less prepared, the majority have clearly put in the hard work to earn their place in the industry. He added, "If you look into Aneet's clips, you will see that she is yet to believe that her film is working wonders. When people realise things late, success doesn't take over them. These people are so grounded because of their parenting that I don't think Aneet or Ahaan will ever be a 'nakchadhe' (snooty) stars. They will be sought-after actors. Ahaan's exceptional screen presence and heroism that kills you. There was a time when after 3–4 shots, when Mohit was not getting what he wanted, Ahaan came to me and said sorry. So they don't have this give-up attitude.' About Saiyaara Directed by Mohit Suri and produced by YRF, Saiyaara is a romantic musical drama that chronicles the emotional journey of Krish, a struggling musician, and Vaani Batra, an aspiring journalist. As their lives collide unexpectedly, a soulful bond begins to form. With both battling personal demons and career setbacks, their love story unfolds with emotional depth and realism. The film has been met with both critical and commercial acclaim, collecting ₹153.25 crore in just six days.
