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Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Take a tour inside Nawazuddin Siddiqui's glamorous Bungalow in Mumbai
Nawazuddin Siddiqui is one of Bollywood's most critically acclaimed actors and a household name. The versatile actor has successfully touched the hearts of both the public and critics with the poignant and compelling characters he portrays. The sky's the limit for his progressing career. However, it was not always the case. The Manto actor had a rather humble upbringing. His residence in Mumbai stands as a stark reminder that success comes to those who remain persistent. Nawaz is humble and true to his craft, a quality that is brightly reflected in every conversation he holds. Let's take a look at his house and how Nawaz has embraced minimalism in decorating his abode. Nawazuddin Siddiqui's Dream Nest Is a Fusion Between Modern And Vintage Architecture Staying true to its name, the house gives glimpses of the Nawabi architecture with its sun-kissed patio, hardwood stairs, white marble exterior, and opulent motif. Nawaz wanted a space with a cozy and homely vibe where he could take a step back and relax. The entrance features a wooden French door. The hall is adorned with a wooden billiard table and posters of famous plays by Moliere and Shakespeare at every corner. The inspiration behind this is the corridor of the National School of Drama. There is also a tiny bar in one corner with a sitting area for guests. Nawaz mentions that he loves to experiment with different aesthetics and colors. The cosmopolitan ambiance of the house aligns with the actor's deep understanding of interior planning. One of the main attractions of his home is the hall upstairs, where he relaxes and watches films. He decided to install big windows so he wouldn't feel suffocated. The room leads you to a small balcony, which is surrounded by Jali carving white marble railings. Lush greenery graces the area and fills it with serenity. He then escorts us to his makeup room, whose big attraction is a gigantic Hollywood-style wooden vanity mirror. Next, Nawaz invites the viewers to his terrace, which serves as an escape from the noise of the city. He spends most of his evenings there, chatting with his peers. According to the actor, his bedroom is the smallest room in the house. He jokingly mentions that he wants to stay true to his roots. With minimal furnishing, the room is stylishly decorated with a poster and a few planters. The next visit is to another hall, which Nawaz calls the busiest corner of the house. He has decorated the walls with posters of some of the most notable plays and playwrights. Nawaz lovingly christened his residence 'Nawab' as a homage to his father, who had a significant impact on his life. Not just a structure of bricks and stones, Nawaz wanted a memoir of his childhood home in Uttar Pradesh. He wanted a space where time stood still. That is why he curated the house in a way that takes him on a stroll down memory lane. Nawab, nestled in Mumbai's Versova, is where luxury meets sophistication. He has embellished every corner of the house with ornaments that hold deep value to him.
27-04-2025
- Business
Andile Jali to call it a day?
Former Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns skipper Andile Jali jas only three matches for Chippa United this year. The 35-year-old from Matatiele has a deal that ends in June 2025. Is this the end of the road? According to his agent, Mike Makaab, Jali is still the professional we all know. 'He is training. There are no disciplinary issues,' Makaab told Soccer Laduma . 'Again, one can't complain because the team is doing well. We've just got to hope that he gets an opportunity, but these are just things where one has to wait and see how they play out. The former Orlando Pirates coach further revealed that Jali is already a businessman. 'That will be the most important discussion. Is his heart still in the game? Does he still want to play? Does he want to focus on his business activities, which he has already started? We've got to look at all of these things and we will take it from there.' Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Herald
23-04-2025
- The Herald
Slain Umlazi teenager's alleged killer turns against co-accused
The trial of two men charged with murdering Durban Girls' Secondary School pupil Aphiwe Ngcobo at her uMlazi home in May took a dramatic turn in the Durban high court on Tuesday. Sifundo Bongani Bhengu, 39, and Bongani Jali, 24, are charged with housebreaking with intent to steal, robbery with aggravating circumstances and the murder of the teen. They pleaded not guilty. Ngcobo, 17, a grade 11 pupil at the school in Greyville, was found bound and gagged with a deep wound to her chest. Bhengu's legal representative Vicky Nattar, who after cross-examining Aphiwe's father Mondli Ngcobo on Tuesday, presented his client's version of events which pinned Jali as the main culprit. This is in contrast to Jali's affidavit last week in which he said Bhengu — who lived opposite the Ngcobo family — had robbed and killed the teenager. Bhengu said shortly after midnight on May 28 he met Jali with his friend whom he identified as Bruino. He said the pair had asked him for money and he bought food for them. Jali had alleged smoked crystal meth while Bhengu smoked Mandrax. Jali wanted to borrow money as he wanted to fix his Toyota Avanza and also buy tyres. He said Jali then hatched a plan to get the money by breaking into the Ngcobo house, killing Aphiwe and robbing her.
TimesLIVE
22-04-2025
- TimesLIVE
Slain Umlazi teenager's alleged killer turns against co-accused
The trial of two men charged with murdering Durban Girls' Secondary School pupil Aphiwe Ngcobo at her uMlazi home in May took a dramatic turn in the Durban high court on Tuesday. Sifundo Bongani Bhengu, 39, and Bongani Jali, 24, are charged with housebreaking with intent to steal, robbery with aggravating circumstances and the murder of the teen. They pleaded not guilty. Ngcobo, 17, a grade 11 pupil at the school in Greyville, was found bound and gagged with a deep wound to her chest. Bhengu's legal representative Vicky Nattar, who after cross-examining Aphiwe's father Mondli Ngcobo on Tuesday, presented his client's version of events which pinned Jali as the main culprit. This is in contrast to Jali's affidavit last week in which he said Bhengu — who lived opposite the Ngcobo family — had robbed and killed the teenager. Bhengu said shortly after midnight on May 28 he met Jali with his friend whom he identified as Bruino. He said the pair had asked him for money and he bought food for them. Jali had alleged smoked crystal meth while Bhengu smoked Mandrax. Jali wanted to borrow money as he wanted to fix his Toyota Avanza and also buy tyres. He said Jali then hatched a plan to get the money by breaking into the Ngcobo house, killing Aphiwe and robbing her. Bhengu claimed he told Jali about another sister who was also lived there, but he described Jali as being desperate for money and refused to listen to him. He said he didn't know how Jali got access to the house but he later returned with a phone. Bhengu said he started making enquiries about selling it and someone was prepared to pay R300. Bhengu said this money was used to buy more crystal meth. He said he was determined to sell the phone as he knew it was stolen. He said there was a fight because Jali wanted more money and so they drove into the Durban CBD. He said Jali filled the vehicle with petrol while he went to buy food. He said at this stage he was not aware Aphiwe was dead. Bhengu said Jali said they needed to pick up the television set from the Ngcobo household and he then enlisted his friend Sticks who drove a VW polo. He claimed an unsettled Jali had instructed him to fetch the television because he feared being recognised. Jali then instructed them to head to Joseph Nduli (Russel) Street in the CBD where they attempted to sell the television. It was later sold for R3,000 to a foreigner in Mayville. After the transaction they went back to uMlazi where Jali apparently opened up about how he had murdered Aphiwe. He recalled how Aphiwe had put up a fight during her attack and scratched him. They then went their separate ways before Bhengu was arrested in June. Bhengu said he was living at a property in Clermont which he had bought from his father.
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
School takes over vacant seafront hotel
A school has purchased a seafront hotel to use for its own accommodation purposes. Buckswood School has bought the former Chatsworth Hotel on Carlisle Parade, Hastings, which closed for business on February 9, 2024. The Indian restaurant, Jali, which operated on the hotel's ground floor, also closed at the same time. The hotel has now been vacated, and the new owner plans to repurpose it without altering the internal layout or external appearance. The school's planned change of use from a hotel to a residential institution was validated by Hastings Borough Council on January 23. If approved, the hotel will provide short-stay accommodation for the school's students. The change in use is not expected to affect the context of the development, as it remains similar to the previous hotel use. No parking area is proposed, but the site is within a 10-minute walk of Hastings Train Station and is next to bus stops. Buckswood School also operates a minibus service. Want to find out all the latest planning applications, alcohol licensing applications and planned road closures near you? The Public Notice Portal is the simplest way to find out about new notices in your neighbourhood, created by some of the country's biggest and most trusted local newspapers, in conjunction with Google. Pedestrian access via the main entrance on Carlisle Parade will remain the same, with no changes to access at the front or rear elevations. The school has not consulted with the local authority regarding access, as the use remains similar to that of a hotel. A full-time house manager will be on-site to ensure any necessary provisions for disabled individuals or those with mobility difficulties. Buckswood School is a private school for boys and girls that was founded in 1933. Originally, the school was situated in Uckfield and known as Buckswood Grange School. In 2000, it relocated to the village of Guestling between the towns of Rye and Hastings in East Sussex.
