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News18
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Adnan Sami's Tricolour Ear Monitors Prove His Heart Beats For India
Last Updated: The pictures shared by Adnan Sami provide a closer view of his in-ear monitors, proudly showcasing the shimmery design featuring the Indian flag. Singer and composer Adnan Sami recently offered fans a peek at his customised in-ear monitors, designed for live concerts. The standout feature? A bold, shimmery design showcasing the Indian Tricolour – a heartfelt tribute to his love for the nation. Adnan shared that the monitors were specially crafted at his request. The pictures revealed a close-up of the monitors, proudly flaunting the vibrant flag-inspired design. Dressed in a sharp black outfit, Adnan struck a stylish pose, seemingly ahead of an event. The side note read, 'Just received my customised 'In Ear Monitors' from Ultimate Ears Pro for my live concerts! These are my 2nd pair & they sound incredible… They made this design with the Indian flag, especially upon my request! What do you think?" View this post on Instagram A post shared by ADNAN SAMI (@adnansamiworld) Adnan Sami, known for his soulful voice and powerful stage presence, has always worn his Indian identity with pride. Originally from Pakistan, the singer gave up his Pakistani citizenship to become an Indian citizen – a move that drew criticism from many in his native country. However, Adnan has consistently maintained that the decision was made for the safety and well-being of himself and his family. Not long ago, the singer opened up for the first time about his decision to leave Pakistan. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he recalled a touching moment when he met a few young Pakistani boys on the streets of Baku. 'Met some very sweet Pakistani boys while walking on the beautiful streets of Baku. They said, 'Sir, you are very lucky. You left Pakistan at a good time. We also want to change our citizenship. We hate our army. They have destroyed our country!' I replied, 'I knew this long ago!" he wrote. Met some very sweet Pakistani boys while walking on the beautiful streets of Baku, Azerbaijan…They said 'Sir, You are very lucky.. You left Pakistan in good time.. We also want to change our citizenship…WE HATE OUR ARMY…They have destroyed our country!!" I replied ' I knew…— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) May 4, 2025 Earlier, in an interview with Humans of Bombay, Adnan Sami opened up about the time he left Pakistan and the misconceptions surrounding his move. He shared that many people accused him of shifting to India for financial gain – a claim he firmly denied. Adnan clarified that he already possessed considerable wealth in Pakistan and could have inherited even more had he chosen to stay. First Published:
Time of India
21-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
From Indian Army dreams to Mumbai roads, a bus conductor's story touches netizens
Life is made up of fleeting moments—a warm cup of chai, a stranger's smile, a memory that lingers. In the chaos of a city like Mumbai, where time rarely slows down, a kind gesture or familiar face can feel like magic. And sometimes, a man in a uniform, collecting tickets day after day, ends up becoming a silent thread in hundreds of lives. That man is Deepak Rajgire , who spent 33 years as a Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport (BEST) bus conductor in Mumbai, and along the way, built a legacy not of money or medals, but of a heartfelt interview with Humans of Bombay , Deepak shared his touching story, a life of service, simple joys, and soulful connections. One of the moments that stayed with him forever was when a pregnant woman boarded his bus, and her father, trusting him completely, said, 'Please take care of her.' That single line made him feel like family. And that's what he became to so many of Mumbai's commuters over three decades: a familiar face, a kind heart, a part of their everyday journey wasn't always easy. Born in Belgaum, he dreamt of joining the Indian Army. At 18, he came to Bombay to chase that dream. But dreams cost money, and his family, his father a truck driver, his mother, a factory worker, simply didn't have enough. So he worked as a tailor, helper, salesman and made Rs 300 a month, scraping 1990, his life changed when he became a bus conductor. The Rs 3,000 salary brought stability, and soon, love followed. His aunt arranged his marriage to Kalpana. 'It was love at first sight,' he recalls with a smile. They spent Sundays at Chowpatty, shared laughter, and soon, raised a family together. In the rhythm of routes and responsibilities, years flew Deepak's job was never just about tickets and time. It was about people. He made friends in the unlikeliest of places, a regular commuter who one day called him 'masterji' and offered a cup of chai, a young boy dreaming of joining the army whose passion reminded Deepak of his own childhood dream. These moments stitched together the fabric of his life, one conversation, one smile at a Deepak retired this January at the age of 58, he didn't expect much. But life had a sweet surprise in store. His children, wanting to honour his years of service, rented a double-decker bus. They decorated it with balloons and old bus tickets, cut a cake, and took him on a 'Mumbai Darshan' tour, playing his favourite songs along the way. 'They made me feel like my life was special,' he said, his heart three decades, Deepak watched the city grow. He saw passengers cry quietly into their phones, laugh out loud with friends, share a snack, argue, nap, and dream. And through all of it, he came to a beautiful conclusion—no matter our differences, we are all passengers on the same bus, travelling together on this journey called life.
Pink Villa
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Meet Aamir Khan's co-star who fled home at 19 with her 8-month-old daughter who is now popular OTT star
Not every actor in the industry has a journey of fairytale in the world of glitz and glamor. The actor we're talking about today has worked with the likes of Aamir Khan and Rishi Kapoor. She became a successful name at the age of 17, but had to flee from her house at the age of 19 with an infant daughter. We're talking about none other than Rukhsar Rehman, widely known for her appearance in movies like PK, Uri and 83. She started off her career when she was just a teenager and shared screen space with legendary Rishi Kapoor in films like Yaad Rakhegi Duniya and Inteha Pyar Ki. Fresh out of school, at the age of 17, Ruskhar was already playing lead roles in major production. However, this success was short-lived as her parents didn't view acting as a respectable career path. They always believed that a stable family life was more important and arranged her marriage. Unfortunately, her married life anyway fell apart, and she ran away from her house at the age of 19 with her 8-month-old daughter, Aisha Ahmed. While speaking with Humans of Bombay, the actress recalled going back to her father, who stood by her decision. She opened up a boutique, but her inner calling remained for acting. In 2005, she made another tough decision of leaving her daughter with her parents. While it was difficult, she knew it was important to provide her daughter with the life she deserved. She moved to Mumbai to start from the scratch with small roles, auditions and, rejections. This led to her appearance in movies like D, Sarkar and later, PK, Uri and, 83. She has also appeared in TV shows like Kuch Toh Log Kahenge, Tumhari Paakhi, Adaalat, Haq Se and many more. According to her, these little steps were not just a step forward in her career but also in reclaiming the part of herself. Aisha Ahmed, Rukhsar's daughter, is also a renowned face on OTT with several shows to her credit including Minus One, 3 Storeys and many more. In addition to this, the young actress is quite popular on social media where she enjoys massive followers' base of nearly 907k.
NDTV
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Uri Actor Rukhsar Rehman Debuted At 17, Fled With 8-Month Old Daughter To Survive At 19
New Delhi: Rukhsar Rehman, who was a regular in serials and made a few cameos in films like PK, Sarkar, and God Tussi Great Ho, recently opened up about the challenges she faced in her personal life while trying to make a place in the industry. Rukhsar revealed she was married off forcibly by her parents. She fled with her infant daughter to survive when she was only 19. In an interaction with Humans of Bombay, Rukhsar Rehman said she made her debut in Deepak Anand's Yaad Rakhegi Duniya (1992) when she was 17. The actor also featured with Rishi Kapoor in the film Inteha Pyar Ki. However, her parents didn't approve of her career and made her quit acting forcibly to get her married. At 19, Rukshar became a mother of a baby girl, Aisha. "With Aisha, I found my new purpose. Life looked perfect from the outside. I was trying to be a good wife. But over time, the cracks began to show. And the marriage fell apart," she said. One day, Rukhsar mustered the courage to take a step forward for herself - she fled with her 8-month old daughter on her lap. "One night, I packed what little I could and left. My daughter was just 8 months old, asleep, unaware our life was about to change. I kept asking myself, 'Am I doing the right thing?' But I knew I had tried everything. When my father opened the door, he didn't ask questions - just said, 'You'll be okay," she recalled. To make ends meet, she then opened a garment boutique in her hometown Rampur, Uttar Pradesh. But the actor inside her always wanted to make a comeback. Rukhsar made cameos in films like D, Sarkar, PK, Uri, 83. Years later, Rukhsar also married filmmaker Faruk Kabir, but they filed for divorce after 13 years. "It hurt, but Aisha was by my side. I believe she raised me too. There was a time I thought my story was over. But I loved acting too much to let it go. When you're meant to do something, you find your way back - when you're ready," she concluded.
Pink Villa
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Aamir Khan's PK co-star Rukhsar Rehman makes shocking revelation about fleeing with 8-month-old daughter at 19: ‘Kept asking…'
Aamir Khan's PK co-star Rukhsar Rehman's journey into Bollywood was not an easy one. Before appearing in films like PK, Sarkar, and Uri, she entered the film industry at just 17 with Yaad Rakhegi Duniya. However, her aspirations were cut short when family pressure led her to step away from acting. Her parents arranged her marriage, and by the age of 19, she had already become a mother. While leaving her home, Rehman shared that she 'kept asking myself, 'Am I doing the right thing?'' In a conversation with Humans of Bombay, Rukhsar Rehman shared that becoming a mother to Aisha gave her a renewed sense of purpose, and while her life may have appeared ideal from the outside, she was silently struggling to maintain her role as a devoted wife. Over time, however, the strain became evident, ultimately leading to the breakdown of her marriage. She revealed that there was no dramatic end to that phase of her life. One night, she quietly gathered a few belongings and left, with her 8-month-old daughter fast asleep, unaware of the changes ahead. Rukhsar admitted to questioning her decision repeatedly, wondering if she was making the right choice. But deep down, the actress knew she had done everything a person could. Upon returning to her father's home, he welcomed her without a word of judgment, simply assuring her that she would be alright. Starting from scratch in her hometown of Rampur, Rukhsar Rehman relied solely on determination as she opened a modest garment boutique to provide for herself and her daughter, Aisha. Yet, the creative spirit within her refused to fade away. She recalled how, after several years, a sense of restlessness took over. In what she described as the most difficult decision of her life, she left Aisha in the care of her parents and set out to rediscover herself. Her goal was clear: to build a better future for her daughter. In 2005, after spending more than a decade away from the industry, she returned, taking on small roles, attending auditions, and facing rejection, but never giving up. Rukhsar Rehman's return to acting was anything but smooth, but with perseverance, one opportunity gradually led to another. She reestablished herself through a steady stream of roles in films and television, eventually regaining recognition. Along the way, she also found love again and married filmmaker Faruk Kabir. However, life had more emotional challenges in store for her. Reflecting on those moments, she acknowledged the pain but credited her daughter Aisha for being her constant support, even saying that, in many ways, Aisha helped raise her. There were times she believed her journey had come to an end, but her passion for acting wouldn't allow her to give up. She expressed that when something is truly meant for you, the path eventually reveals itself once you're ready to walk it.
