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- News18
‘Let The Drama Begin': Fans On Ram Kapoor And Gautami Kapoor In Bigg Boss 19
Last Updated: Salman Khan-hosted Bigg Boss 19 is expected to run for nearly six months. Bigg Boss Season 19 is gearing up for a dramatic return, promising some of the biggest changes in its history. With Salman Khan continuing as the host, fans are brimming with excitement, eager to know every detail from the premiere date to the new format and the anticipated contestant list. This season, the show is taking a bold step forward. Bigg Boss 19 is expected to run for nearly six months, extending well beyond its usual three-month timeline. This makes it the longest season in the show's history. But that's not all, another major shift lies in the casting approach. In contrast to recent seasons that introduced digital influencers and YouTubers, this time the makers are returning to a celebrity-only format. The focus will be on bringing established television and Bollywood personalities into the house. Among the many speculated names, a buzz that has caught everyone's attention is the entry of the power couple—Ram Kapoor and Gautami Kapoor. According to an Instagram post by TellyChakkar, the couple who have successful careers in both television and Bollywood, have reportedly been approached for Bigg Boss 19. However, no official confirmation has been made yet. The post features a picture of the couple with the caption: 'According to sources, Ram Kapoor and his wife Gautami Kapoor have been approached to participate in the upcoming season of Bigg Boss 19." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tellychakkar Official ® (@tellychakkar) As expected, the internet couldn't keep calm. Fans flooded the comments section with a mix of reactions. One user wrote, 'Ram & Gautami on Bigg Boss 19? Now this is the power couple we didn't know we needed. Let the drama begin!" Another urged, 'Please don't touch this happily married couple. God, leave them!" It remains to be seen whether the couple will accept the invitation and step into the most unpredictable house on Indian television. If they do, audiences will be eager to watch how their real-life bond plays out amid the chaos and drama that Bigg Boss is known for. For those unfamiliar with their story, Ram Kapoor and Gautami Kapoor tied the knot on Valentine's Day in 2003. Their love story began on the sets of Ghar Ek Mandir, where their on-screen chemistry gradually blossomed into an off-screen relationship. As fate would have it, the show titled Ghar Ek Mandir (A House is a Temple) became a beautiful metaphor for their real life, as the two decided to build a 'ghar" together and turn it into their very own 'mandir." First Published: May 30, 2025, 16:59 IST
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Moon Banerrjee: Being an actor would require many rainy days and one needs to be strong
, who has been part of shows like , Abhimaan, Ghar Ek Mandir, Kasautii Zindagii Kay, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Muskaan, Sasural Simar Ka 2, and Doree, agrees that being an actor comes with its own challenges, like work uncertainty, however, she has fed it into her system and understands that it's a part of the job. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now She said, 'It's an organic part of my life so I never felt that way. Acting is my passion so it drives me to do other things. But I am happy in my personal space if I am working.' 'During the early days of my journey as an actor I have chipped in my system that being an actor would require many rainy days and one needs to be strong enough to deal with it so yes not being consistent does affect many things but that's a part and parcel of the profession,' she added. And Moon revealed that the biggest challenge would be cracking a deal with the right amount of money and role. But even then she has never thought of giving up acting. She said, 'I don't see myself not performing as acting is my biggest joy and love.' She also confessed that she has never questioned her career choice and said that she has never lost faith in herself. She further said, 'And the almighty helps me stay strong and I keep feeding my faith more and starving my fear.' 'However, of late the working conditions, the dip in the commercials, the meaty roles going to less competent ones, and I have also heard that people now cast actors as per their social media followers so that makes me question as an actor about the investment that we have made over the years polishing the skill is kind of not valued,' Moon concluded. Ravi Dubey on spending time with Sargun: Spent only 22 days with her last year
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Gautami Kapoor replaced Smriti Irani as Tulsi in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi; says ‘I have received a lot of flak but Ekta told me to trust her'
Taking on the role of Tulsi Virani after Smriti Irani in the iconic daily soap Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi was no small feat. In a candid chat with Hauterrfly, Gautami Kapoor opened up about her brief yet impactful stint in the series and the backlash she faced. 'Ekta offered me Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. I replaced Smriti Irani for about a year. Because it was iconic. Smriti was Tulsi for seven years. So when Ekta called me, a lot of people were are angry. I think I've gotten flak a lot of times in life, but that's the fun of it. So when Ekta called me for the meeting, so I was like 'Am I hearing right?'' Gautami shared. Despite the criticism, Gautami chose to trust Ekta Kapoor . 'She was like 'Just do it, You trust me' and she said, it's a small commitment. Operation Sindoor Air siren warning sounded in Chandigarh, residents advised to stay indoors J&K, Punjab, Rajasthan on high alert after Pak's failed drone attacks Conflict widens, India targets Lahore, Pindi, Karachi after foiling multiple Pakistani attacks I had one-year-old child. She said, 'Don't worry, we'll adjust everything, we'll figure.' True to her word, Ekta adjusted the work schedule for Gautami, limiting her shoot hours to four or five a day. She said, 'So they adjusted my work hours. I used to work only for four to five hours in a day and they adjusted everything for me and my small commitment of a month stretched for one year.' What was supposed to be a month-long commitment extended to nearly a year. 'I've never really spoken to Smriti. I'm sure Ekta must have. She told me, 'Just do your job.' I was trembling on my first day, but after that, there was no looking back,' Gautami recalled. An established name in Indian television, Gautami Kapoor had already proven her mettle in shows like Ghar Ek Mandir and Kehta Hai Dil. Though her tenure as Tulsi was short-lived, it remains a memorable chapter in her career. Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi was a groundbreaking Indian television soap opera created by Ekta Kapoor. Premiering in 2000, it redefined family dramas with its iconic characters, especially Tulsi, and became a cultural phenomenon across Indian households.
Hindustan Times
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Gautami Kapoor says she wanted to gift sex toy to daughter Sia on her 16th birthday: ‘Why not experiment?'
For many parents, the idea of having an intimacy talk with their children can be awkward or challenging sometimes. However, in an interview with Hauterrfly, actor Gautami Kapoor revealed how she discussed the topic openly with her daughter and even wanted to gift her a sex toy when she turned 16. (Also Read: Gautami Kapoor recalls being terrified when a man molested her on bus: 'I was in my school uniform') Gautami revealed her daughter's reaction when she asked her daughter if she should gift her a sex toy on her sixteenth birthday. She said, "When my daughter turned 16, I was thinking about gifting her a sex toy or a vibrator. When I discussed with her, and she responded, 'Mom, have you lost it?' I told her to think about how many mothers would come and ask their daughters why don't I give you such gifts? Why not experiment?" She further explained the reason behind it and said, 'What my mom didn't do with me, I want to do with my daughter. I want her to experience everything. A lot of women go through life without experiencing the pleasures of it. Why be in that situation? Today, my daughter is 19 and appreciates the fact that I had that thought and respects me for that.' Gautami met her husband-actor Ram Kapoor on the sets of the television show Ghar Ek Mandir. After dating for two years, the couple tied the knot in 2003 and are now parents to two children, Sia and Aks Kapoor. They are often seen sharing pictures together on social media from their vacations. Gautami was last seen in the web series Gyaarah Gyaarah, which was released in 2024. The fantasy thriller, which also features Kritika Kamra, Raghav Juyal, Dhairya Karwa and Aakash Dixit, is an adaptation of the popular Korean drama Signal. The series is available to watch on ZEE5.
Hindustan Times
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Gautami Kapoor recalls being terrified when a man molested her on bus: 'I was in my school uniform'
Television actor Gautami Kapoor opened up about a traumatising incident from her childhood, recalling how she faced molestation on a public bus when she was in Class 6. In an interview with Hauterrfly, she revealed how a stranger misbehaved with her and recalled her mother's reaction to it. (Also Read: Ram Kapoor's wife Gautami on his weight loss: 'He has not undergone any surgery, opted for the natural way') Gautami revealed that she had been travelling in buses since she was in the fifth standard, as her family didn't own a vehicle. She then recalled being molested in the bus when she was in sixth standard and said, "A man put his hand inside my pants from behind. I was very young, so it took me some time to even register what was happening. I was terrified and immediately got off the bus. It took me 15–20 minutes to fully understand the situation. I kept wondering if that man was following me. When I met my mother, I was too scared to tell her. I thought she would scold me and say it was my fault." Gautami further added that she was in her school uniform when the incident happened. She recalled her mother's reaction and said, "When I got home and told my mother, she said, 'Are you crazy? You should've turned around and slapped the man, or held him by his collar.' She told me never to be afraid. If anyone ever does something like that, hold their hand tightly, shout loudly, and never panic. If you feel scared, keep pepper spray with you and use it on their face, or just take off your shoe and hit them. Nothing will happen to you." Gautami Kapoor started her acting career with the television shows Saturday Suspense and Family No.1. Se gained popularity playing the lead role in the show Ghar Ek Mandir and became a household name with her roles in shows Kehta Hai Dil, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and more. Gautami also featured in several films like Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya, Fanaa, Student of the Year, Shaadi Ke Side Effects and more. She was last seen in the series Gyaarah Gyaarah. The fantasy thriller series directed by Umesh Bist is an adaptation of the popular Korean drama Signal. The series also features Kritika Kamra, Raghav Juyal, and Dhairya Karwa and is available to watch on Zee5.
