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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Akansha Ranjan Kapoor recalls struggling through 8-month work break after 'Guilty' debut: 'I can't stand my own voice'
Akansha Ranjan Kapoor debuted with 'Guilty' in 2020 but faced an eight-month work break due to the pandemic. She's now more selective with roles and stars in Gram Chikitsalay, a series about a young doctor transforming a rural health center, streaming on Prime Video. Akansha Ranjan Kapoor entered Bollywood with her first film 'Guilty', but shortly after, the pandemic brought the industry to a halt. The actress shared in an interview that she faced an eight-month dry spell with no projects, during which she felt her career and life had come to a standstill. Lockdown Impact and Career Pause In an interview with Free Press Journal, Akansha shared that her film 'Guilty' was released on March 6, 2020, but just nine days later, the country went into lockdown due to the pandemic. She explained that her entire life, which had been focused on that significant moment, came to a sudden halt. She ended up staying at home for eight months with no work. Initially, she was receiving calls for meetings, new projects, and even another film with the same production house, but everything abruptly went silent. It took her a year to recover from this challenging phase. Becoming More Selective and Self-Critical She has become more deliberate in selecting roles, focusing on projects that leave a meaningful impact rather than simply blending into a crowd of actors. Discussing the challenges of being on camera, she shared, 'I'll send a voice note and immediately think, 'I can't stand my own voice.'' She often fixates on minor details, like the positioning of her hand in a scene, even though her sister reassures her that no one notices. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Acknowledging this as part of the nature of the medium, she said she wouldn't have it any other way but hopes to 'find a better balance and not be so harsh' on herself. Current Project Currently, Akansha is featured in the series 'Gram Chikitsalay', which tells the story of Dr. Prabhat, a young and idealistic doctor who takes over a neglected Primary Health Centre in a rural North Indian village. While he aims to implement vital reforms, he soon discovers that personal transformation is essential before any real change can occur. Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, the show also stars Amol Parashar, Vinay Pathak , Garima Vikrant Singh , among others. The series is streaming now on Prime Video. 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 .
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Akansha Ranjan Kapoor recalls 'sitting at home for 8 months' after her debut with Guilty: ‘It took me a year to recover'
Actor Akansha Ranjan Kapoor made her Bollywood debut with the film Guilty. However, soon after that, the pandemic took over the country. In an interview with Free Press Journal, Akansha recalled how she had no work for eight months after her debut and how her life went 'kaput'. (Also Read: Alia Bhatt has a sweet response to BFF Akansha Ranjan Kapoor's old audition tape from 2014) Akansha recounted how she sat at home for months due to Covid, and said, "Guilty released on 6 March 2020, and just nine days later, the country went into lockdown. My whole life, which had moulded itself around that one big moment, went kaput. I ended up sitting at home for the next eight months. During those initial days, I was getting calls for meetings, new projects, and even another film with the same production house. But suddenly, everything went silent. It took me a year to recover from that." She revealed that she has now become more conscious about her choices and wants to do quality work that creates an impact, rather than just being one of 18 actors standing in a frame. She further spoke about the pain of being in front of the camera, and said, 'I'll send a voice note and immediately think, 'I can't stand my own voice.' I obsess over the smallest things, like why my hand was positioned a certain way in a scene. My sister tells me, 'No one will notice,' but I just can't let it go. This is the pain of being in front of the camera. It's the nature of the medium. But I wouldn't have it any other way. I just hope to find a better balance and not be so harsh on myself." Meanwhile, Akansha is currently seen in the show Gram Chikitsalay, which revolves around the story of a young, idealistic, and brilliant Dr Prabhat, who takes charge of a neglected Primary Health Centre in a North Indian village, hoping to bring about much-needed changes — only to realise it is he who will have to change before anything else. Helmed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, the show also stars Amol Parashar, Vinay Pathak, Garima Vikrant Singh, and others in key roles. It is available to watch on Prime Video.
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Alia Bhatt stuns in a multi-coloured lehenga at best friend's wedding in Spain after Cannes debut
Alia Bhatt, turned heads once again. Just fresh off her Cannes debut, where she graced the red carpet in a Gucci saree, Alia was recently spotted at her friend's wedding celebrations in Spain. The 'Jigra' actress joined close friends to celebrate the nuptials of Tanya Saha Gupta and David Angelov, and brought both style and spirit to the festivities. Dressed in a vibrant multi-coloured lehenga, quirky bandana, and chic sunglasses, Alia exuded playful elegance. Social media was abuzz with praise as videos of the actress enjoying the event went viral—showing her laughing, posing with the newlyweds, and gleefully tossing flower petals in a heartwarming photo moment. 'Gram Chikitsalay' actor Akansha Ranjan was also spotted at the wedding. She looked stunning in a purple coloured lehenga, adding her glam to the festive occasion. Netizens were simply left in awe over how Alia Bhatt looked in the multi coloured lehenga, not to miss out how the Bollywood star managed to be there for her friends on their big days. 'Alia bhatt is really the happiest around her girl gang no matter how famous she becomes she never miss their big days i really want friendship like this,' one user posted on X, along with pictures of the actress from the vibrant celebrations. Alia Bhatt had turned into a Gucci girl at the Cannes Film Festival, which concluded on May 24. It was not just the Gucci saree that got fans buzzing, but also other outfits worn by her for the closing ceremony. For her first look ahead of the red carpet, Alia Bhatt embraced vintage glam with a mustard yellow co-ord set that turned heads. Posing gracefully by the sea, she shared a series of photos on Instagram that had fans swooning. Channeling old Hollywood charm, Alia wore a high-waisted skirt paired with a structured cropped bustier and a matching cropped jacket. Adding a luxe touch, she styled the look with a floral silk scarf, Gucci sunglasses, and a crisp white handbag — perfectly nailing the signature Gucci aesthetic with effortless flair.
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Alia Bhatt attends friend's wedding in Spain, stuns in boho-chic look
Bollywood star Alia Bhatt brought her vibrant charm to Spain as she attended her friend's wedding, making a style statement in a multicoloured lehenga. Joining her in the celebration, actor Akansha Ranjan Kapoor was also seen in a joyful video from the actor never misses a chance to be there for her girl gang. Soon after her dazzling debut at Cannes, the actress brought her signature charm and style to her best friend's wedding in Spain, turning heads with her festive fashion and infectious a video from the wedding, Alia is seen donning a vibrant multicoloured kalidar lehenga paired with a mustard yellow blouse. She completed her look with a purple bandanna and dark sunglasses, effortlessly channelling boho-chic energy. Radiating happiness, Alia is captured laughing wholeheartedly, surrounded by the newlyweds and her girl squad. 'Gram Chikitsalay' actor Akansha Ranjan was also seen attending the wedding. She wore a stunning purple lehenga, adding her flair to the festive occasion. Akansha is often seen accompanying Alia at various events and holidays. Alia Bhatt recently made a dazzling debut at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. For her first red carpet appearance, she wore an elegant nude Schiaparelli gown from the Spring 2025 couture collection. Alia's final look on the Cannes red carpet was an amalgamation of heritage and haute couture. Styled by Rhea Kapoor, the look is allegedly Gucci's first-ever interpretation of the Indian Reel
India Today
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Sidharth Malhotra praises Gram Chikitsalay, calls it a must watch
Bollywood actor Sidharth Malhotra is blown away by the charm of 'Gram Chikitsalay', a series featuring Amol Parashar and Vinay Pathak. The actor praised the show and called it a must-watch while congratulating the whole Malhotra shared a special post on Instagram stories to show his appreciation for the series 'Gram Chikitsalay'. On Sunday, he shared the promo of the show with his followers. He called the project 'superb' and 'so well-made,' adding that it's 'a must watch.' The actor also applauded the entire team behind the series and tagged creators Deepak Mishra and Arunabh Kumar, as well as actors Amol Parashar, Anandeshwar Dwivedi, and Akansha Ranjan Kapoor. The series featured a stellar ensemble cast including Amol Parashar and Vinay Pathak in lead roles, alongside Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, Anandeshwar Dwivedi, Akash Makhija, and Garima Vikrant Singh in pivotal by Deepak Kumar Mishra and Arunabh Kumar, 'Gram Chikitsalay' sheds light on familiar societal challenges, ones that are quite relatable. Directed by Rahul Pandey, it follows a narrative style reminiscent of 'Panchayat' and SonyLIV's 'Gullak', offering a heartfelt portrayal of emotional depth, inner conflict, and the ongoing struggle to find balance amidst the chaos of everyday Sidharth Malhotra's is gearing up for his upcoming film, 'Param Sundari', co-starring Janhvi Kapoor. It will mark their first on-screen pairing. Produced by Maddock Films, this romantic comedy is set in the scenic Kerala backwaters and explores the humorous clash between a North Indian man and a South Indian Reel advertisement
