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India.com
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Where is Lagaan star Gracy Singh? Why did she quit Bollywood and is still single at 44?
Bollywood actress Gracy Singh, renowned for her role as Gauri in the Oscar-nominated film Lagaan, captivated audiences with her grace and expressive performances. A trained classical dancer, she seamlessly transitioned into acting, delivering memorable roles in cult-classic films like Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. and Gangaajal. Despite her early success in Bollywood, she chose the path less traveled and has not gotten married to date. The Journey Of Gracy Singh Gracy began her artistic journey as a classical dancer, touring with the dance group The Planets before making her acting debut in the television soap Amanat in 1997. Her breakthrough came with the Aamir Khan starrer Lagaan, where her portrayal of Gauri earned critical acclaim and contributed to the film's nomination for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Following this success, she appeared in films such as Shart, Muskaan, Yehi Hai Zindagi, Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. and Gangaajal, showcasing her versatility across different genres. When Gracy Left Bollywood To Explore… Despite her rising fame, Gracy gradually distanced herself from Bollywood. In interviews, she expressed that acting was not her life's sole mission and emphasised her desire to engage in projects that resonated with her personally. This perspective led her to explore roles in regional cinema, including Punjabi, Telugu, and Malayalam films, though these ventures met with limited commercial success. However, as per Hindustan Times report, after Gracy's manager passed away in 2008, she started declining offers made to her by renowned Bollywood directors. Gracy Singh's Shift Towards… In 2013, Gracy joined the Brahma Kumaris, a spiritual organization, seeking a deeper sense of peace and purpose. She described experiencing boundless safety, joy, and understanding within the community, which influenced her approach to life and work. This spiritual alignment became evident in her choice of roles, notably her portrayal of Goddess Santoshi in the television series Santoshi Maa and its sequel Santoshi Maa: Sunayein Vrat Kathayein. Meanwhile, the actress has still not taken wedding vows to this day. However, during an interview with ETimes in 2020, the actress said that she does not think that this is an appropriate time for her to marry now, but in the future, she may get married to someone.
India.com
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Aamir Khan's Lagaan Song ‘Radha Kaise Na Jale' Gets Shoutout From Oscars' Official Instagram Handle
New Delhi: Aamir Khan, one of the most celebrated and iconic actors in Indian cinema, is known for delivering films that resonate both nationally and internationally. Among his many acclaimed works, Lagaan (2001) remains a timeless classic. The film didn't just make waves in India—it earned global recognition, even securing a nomination for Best Foreign Language Film at the 74th Academy Awards. Starring Aamir Khan as the brave and inspiring Bhuvan, the film was lauded for its powerful storytelling, compelling performances, and unforgettable music. One of its most cherished songs, Radha Kaise Na Jale, featuring Aamir and Gracy Singh in a vibrant dance sequence, has now been spotlighted by the Oscars. The official Instagram handle of the Academy shared a clip from the song, once again honoring this cinematic gem. The Academy wrote:'Love, longing and a little bit of fire in her eyes. Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh performing 'Radha Kaise Na Jale' (vocals by Asha Bhosale and Udit Narayan) from Ashutosh Gowariker's Lagaan. The film was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film (India) at the 74th Oscars.' Lagaan (2001) is a critically acclaimed Indian epic sports drama directed by Ashutosh Gowariker and produced by Aamir Khan under Aamir Khan Productions. The film stars Aamir Khan, Gracy Singh, Rachel Shelley, and Paul Blackthorne. Set in British-ruled India, it tells the story of a small village that challenges British officers to a game of cricket in a bid to avoid paying unjust taxes (lagaan). As for what's next, Aamir Khan is set to star in Sitaare Zameen Par, a spiritual sequel to his beloved film Taare Zameen Par. Produced under his banner, Aamir Khan Productions, the film is slated for release on June 20, 2025, and is already highly anticipated.
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
The Academy revisits iconic Aamir Khan song from Lagaan, fans call it legendary
The Academy shared a clip of Aamir Khan-Gracy Singh's iconic track 'Radha Kaise Na Jale' from 'Lagaan' on social media. Indian fans got nostalgic about the 2002 Oscar nominee. While recalling the groundbreaking visuals, social media users praised the music and dance Academy's Instagram handle, while sharing a clip of 'Radha Kaise Na Jale', captioned its post as, "Love, longing and a little bit of fire in her eyes. Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh perform "Radha Kaise Na Jale" (vocals by Asha Bhosale and Udit Narayan) from Ashutosh Gowariker's LAGAAN. The film was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film (India) at the 74th Oscars (sic)."advertisementThe clip shows Bhuvan, played by Aamir and Gauri, portrayed by Gracy, dancing to the song, which is set against the ancient backdrop of Lord Krishna and Radha's playful love. It also gives a glimpse of Elizabeth, played by Rachel Shelley, watching the dance. 'Radha Kaise Na Jale' was sung by Asha Bhosle, Udit Narayan and Vaishali Samant. While reacting to the post by The Academy, a social media user commented, "Legendary movie and musical score." A fan wrote, "This song and dance performance is awesome." Fans praised the legendary score of 'Radha Kaise Na Jale' from Aamir Khan's 'Lagaan.' advertisement Nostalgic fans called 'Lagaan' a true classic of Hindi cinema. Another user commented, "'Lagaan' is simply iconic: the story, the dialogues, the cinematography, the background score, the music and, of course, the performances from the whole cast. A true classic of Hindi cinema." A fan also wrote, "One of my all-time favourite movies with great songs in it of Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh, 'Lagaan.' They should've made more movies together. She was absolutely brilliant in this." Fans praised Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh's chemistry in 'Lagaan.' Fans admired the dance performance in 'Radha Kaise Na Jale.' 'Lagaan,' directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, is an epic sports-drama which was nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 74th Academy Awards. The movie also featured Suhasini Mulay, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Rajendra Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, Rajesh Vivek, Raj Zutshi, Akhilendra Mishra, Daya Shankar Pandey, Yashpal Sharma and British actor Paul Backthrone in pivotal characters. advertisementAamir will next be seen in his home-production Sitaare Zameen Par, directed by RS Prasanna. The film also features Genelia Deshmukh, Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran he will also be seen in Rajinikanth's Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The upcoming Tamil action-thriller also stars Nagarjuna, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan, Reba Monica John, Junior MGR and Monisha actor has produced Sunny Deol's Lahore 1947, directed by Rajkumar Watch
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Oscars Academy Celebrates Legacy Of Aamir Khan And Gracy Singh's Lagaan
Last Updated: The Academy honoured Aamir Khan's film by sharing a clip of the iconic song Radha Kaise Na Jale. More than 24 years since its release, Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh's Lagaan continues to garner international acclaim. In a remarkable tribute, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences honoured the film by sharing a clip of the iconic song Radha Kaise Na Jale on its official Instagram page on Friday, accompanied by a note celebrating Lagaan's enduring legacy. The caption read, 'Love, longing and a little bit of fire in her eyes. Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh performing Radha Kaise Na Jale (vocals by Asha Bhosale and Udit Narayan) from Ashutosh Gowariker's Lagaan. The film was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film (India) at the 74th Oscars." View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Academy (@theacademy) The post instantly sparked a wave of nostalgia among fans, who flooded the comments with praise for the film. One admirer called it 'Iconic," writing, 'Lagaan is simply ICONIC: the story, the dialogues, the cinematography, the background score, the music, and of course, the performances from the entire cast. A true classic of Hindi cinema." Another fan added, 'Legendary movie and musical score." An Instagram user expressed surprise, saying, 'Can't believe it's been 25 years. Such an iconic movie. Feeling nostalgic." Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India was released in 2001. The epic period sports drama, directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, featured a powerful ensemble cast including Suhasini Mulay, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Rajendra Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, Rajesh Vivek, Raj Zutshi, Akhilendra Mishra, Daya Shankar Pandey and Yashpal Sharma, of course, apart from Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh. British actors Rachel Shelley and Paul Blackthorne also joined the star-studded cast to play pivotal roles. Upon its release, the film received widespread love and acclaim from audiences across India. Garnering numerous accolades, Lagaan achieved a rare milestone by earning a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Set in the late 1800s during British rule in India, Lagaan revolves around the story of a man from a rural area who inspires others to challenge British officers to a cricket match to avoid paying high taxes. Aamir Khan, who plays the protagonist, also produced the film. First Published:
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Academy honours ‘Lagaan' with Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh's iconic song ‘Radha Kaise Na Jale'; Fans get nostalgic
The Academy recently took fans on a nostalgic trip by sharing a beautiful clip from the famous song 'Radha Kaise Na Jale' from the film 'Lagaan'. The video, posted on The Academy's official Instagram page, showed Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh in the lead roles, performing this unforgettable song. 'Lagaan', which was released in 2001, remains one of the most loved films in Indian cinema , and this tribute reminded fans why it is so special. The Academy's loving tribute On Instagram, The Academy shared the clip with a touching caption, 'Love, longing and a little bit of fire in her eyes. Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh performing Radha Kaise Na Jale (vocals by Asha Bhosale and Udit Narayan ) from Ashutosh Gowariker 's Lagaan. The film was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film (India) at the 74th Oscars .' This post highlights the film's global recognition, as 'Lagaan' was nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film category at the Oscars, a proud moment for Indian cinema. Fans flood social media with praise The post sparked a wave of excitement and fond memories among fans. One fan wrote, 'Hindu prayer song performed by a Muslim, written by a Muslim, composed by a Muslim. Welcome to India, folks.' This comment shows how the film beautifully brought together different cultures and religions. Another fan called 'Lagaan' 'simply ICONIC: the story, the dialogues, the cinematography, the background score, the music and of course the performances from the whole cast. A true classic of Hindi cinema.' Many others agreed, calling the movie 'legendary' and praising its music. Fans also shared their love for the song and dance, with comments like 'This song and dance performance is awesome.' Another said, 'Lagaan was groundbreaking! This soundtrack is so good!' The film's Oscar nomination was also celebrated, with one person saying, 'This movie deserved Oscars!!!' Nostalgia was strong, with fans saying, 'Can't believe it's been 25 years. Such an iconic movie. Getting nostalgic.' Some even wondered about the decline of musicals today: 'Musicals used to be so good, what happened to the game?' One social media user simply called it the 'Best song ever.' About 'Lagaan': A true classic 'Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India' is a period musical sports drama directed by Ashutosh Gowariker. The story is set during British rule in India, where villagers challenge their British rulers to a cricket match to avoid paying heavy taxes (lagaan). The film mixes sports, drama, romance, and patriotism, making it a unique and powerful story. It was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, bringing worldwide attention to Indian cinema. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
