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Economic Times
8 hours ago
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- Economic Times
16 years ago Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan's co-star actress adopted 34 orphaned girls. Can you guess who?
A Mother to 34 Girls at Age 34 Preity Zinta Motivated by Harsh Realities Early Life and Career Highlights Preity Zinta, a beloved Bollywood actress known for her memorable roles in films like Shah Rukha Khan starrer Veer-Zaara and Kal Ho Na Ho or Salman Khan's 'Chori Chori Chupke Chupke', made a remarkable humanitarian gesture 16 years ago. On her 34th birthday in 2009, she adopted 34 orphaned girls, committing herself to their upbringing, education, and well-being. This act of kindness reflects her deep concern for underprivileged children and her desire to make a meaningful difference beyond the silver the age of 34, Preity Zinta surprised many by announcing her adoption of 34 girls from the Mother Miracle orphanage in Rishikesh. She expressed, "I've adopted 34 girls. I'll be looking after their entire upbringing from education to food, clothes etc. You've no idea how wonderful it feels to hear the excited chatter of all these girls together. These are my children now, my responsibility. I'll be constantly connected with them and I'll visit them twice a year." Her dedication went beyond words, as she personally ensured that the girls received proper schooling, nutrition, and revealed that the stories of female foeticide and the harsh environments faced by many girls deeply affected her. She was troubled by the conditions underprivileged children endured and felt compelled to act. This commitment was not a one-time effort; she intended to adopt more children over time. Her visits twice a year kept her connected to the girls and their progress, showing her ongoing Preity stepped back from films after marrying American businessman Gene Goodenough in 2016, she has continued her social work quietly. In November 2021, the couple announced the birth of their twins, Jai and Gia, via surrogacy. Even as a mother in her personal life, Preity's role as a caregiver extends to the children she adopted years Zinta's journey has been marked by resilience. She lost her father in a car accident when she was 13, and her mother passed away two years later. Despite these hardships, she made a strong start in Bollywood with her debut in Dil Se (1998) and rose to fame with hits like Kya Kehna and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. Today, she remains an inspiration not only for her cinematic achievements but also for her compassionate social initiatives.
Time of India
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
16 years ago Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan's co-star actress adopted 34 orphaned girls. Can you guess who?
A Mother to 34 Girls at Age 34 Preity Zinta Motivated by Harsh Realities Early Life and Career Highlights Preity Zinta, a beloved Bollywood actress known for her memorable roles in films like Shah Rukha Khan starrer Veer-Zaara and Kal Ho Na Ho or Salman Khan's 'Chori Chori Chupke Chupke', made a remarkable humanitarian gesture 16 years ago. On her 34th birthday in 2009, she adopted 34 orphaned girls, committing herself to their upbringing, education, and well-being. This act of kindness reflects her deep concern for underprivileged children and her desire to make a meaningful difference beyond the silver the age of 34, Preity Zinta surprised many by announcing her adoption of 34 girls from the Mother Miracle orphanage in Rishikesh. She expressed, "I've adopted 34 girls. I'll be looking after their entire upbringing from education to food, clothes etc. You've no idea how wonderful it feels to hear the excited chatter of all these girls together. These are my children now, my responsibility. I'll be constantly connected with them and I'll visit them twice a year." Her dedication went beyond words, as she personally ensured that the girls received proper schooling, nutrition, and revealed that the stories of female foeticide and the harsh environments faced by many girls deeply affected her. She was troubled by the conditions underprivileged children endured and felt compelled to act. This commitment was not a one-time effort; she intended to adopt more children over time. Her visits twice a year kept her connected to the girls and their progress, showing her ongoing Preity stepped back from films after marrying American businessman Gene Goodenough in 2016, she has continued her social work quietly. In November 2021, the couple announced the birth of their twins, Jai and Gia, via surrogacy. Even as a mother in her personal life, Preity's role as a caregiver extends to the children she adopted years Zinta's journey has been marked by resilience. She lost her father in a car accident when she was 13, and her mother passed away two years later. Despite these hardships, she made a strong start in Bollywood with her debut in Dil Se (1998) and rose to fame with hits like Kya Kehna and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. Today, she remains an inspiration not only for her cinematic achievements but also for her compassionate social initiatives.
Hindustan Times
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
‘Effortless grace': Internet cannot get enough of Preity Zinta's beauty as she celebrates Punjab Kings' victory
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has mandated officials to regulate theatre management and pricing for food, beverages, and tickets statewide. He urged producers to request ticket price hikes through the Telugu Film Chamber rather than individually. Pawan emphasized fair pricing, hygiene standards, and investigations into monopolistic practices in theatres, aiming to enhance audience turnout and tax revenues.
India.com
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress who rejected Rs 600 crore offer, quit industry at 32, now she is married to.., her name is
Meet actress who rejected Rs 600 crore offer, quit industry at 32, now she is married to.., her name is In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, many actors come with a dream of making it big on the silver screen, but there are rarely a few who actually captivate the hearts of millions and earn stardom. Today, we are talking about one such actress who not only won hearts with her million-dollar dimple smile but also ruled the box office and became famous for her integrity and courage. Back in the era of the early 2000s, when Rani Mukerji, Aishwarya Rai, Kareena Kapoor, and Kajol were some of the leading actresses of Bollywood, a fresh face came and took everyone by storm. From her dimple smile, girl-next-door vibe to her impeccable acting, she quickly became one of the top actresses of the 2000s, The actress we are talking about is none other than the dimpled girl, Preity Zinta. Being one of the biggest names in the industry in the early 2000s, Preity was one of the most bankable female stars at that time. She entered the industry when she was 22 in the year 1997 with Mani Ratnam's film Dil Se. But later it was Soldier and Dil Se that rose her to fame. After this, she appeared in films like Dil Chahta Hai, Kal Ho Na Ho, Veer Zara, and Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna. However, she bid adieu to the industry at the age of 32 when she was at the peak of her career. However, she tried making a comeback in the year 2013-14 with the films Ishq in Paris and Happy Ending, but it didn't quite meet the expectations. However, besides Priety's professional success, there was a story that showed her strength, courage, and integrity. Back in 2001, when the entire Bollywood was loomed with underworld's threat, Preity stood her ground and testified against gangster Choota Shakeel in the Chori Chori Chupke Chupke extortion case, stating that she was threatened and demanded Rs. 50 lakhs, but at the time when most remained silent, Preity refused to give in and informed the audience. Her courage at 26 not only established her as a great actress but also as a woman of immense courage. In 2011, another incident happened that showed Preity Zinta's integrity and strong grounds. Filmmaker Shaandar Amrohi, son of Kamal Amrohi, openly announced his wish to append Zinta's name in the will for his 600 crore estate. he really admired Preity and considered her his daughter. Despite this whopping offer, Zinta turned down this amount, stating she wouldn't like to reap benefits from someone else's legacy. This strong-headed decision of Zinta declared her a woman of strong principles. Even though Preity's magical charm in the industry came to a halt at the age of 32, she is all set to make her comeback with Lahore 1947. Today, Zinta's net worth is 150 crores and she own the IPL team Punjab Kings. She is married to Gene Goodnough and splits between the U.S. and India
India.com
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet this top actress of early 2000s who turned down an offer of Rs 600 crores, charmed everyone with her smile, quit industry at 32, now she is married to.., her name is…
Meet actress who rejected Rs 600 crore offer, quit industry at 32, now she is married to.., her name is In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, many actors come with a dream of making it big on the silver screen, but there are rarely a few who actually captivate the hearts of millions and earn stardom. Today, we are talking about one such actress who not only won hearts with her million-dollar dimple smile but also ruled the box office and became famous for her integrity and courage. Back in the era of the early 2000s, when Rani Mukerji, Aishwarya Rai, Kareena Kapoor, and Kajol were some of the leading actresses of Bollywood, a fresh face came and took everyone by storm. From her dimple smile, girl-next-door vibe to her impeccable acting, she quickly became one of the top actresses of the 2000s, The actress we are talking about is none other than the dimpled girl, Preity Zinta. Being one of the biggest names in the industry in the early 2000s, Preity was one of the most bankable female stars at that time. She entered the industry when she was 22 in the year 1997 with Mani Ratnam's film Dil Se. But later it was Soldier and Dil Se that rose her to fame. After this, she appeared in films like Dil Chahta Hai, Kal Ho Na Ho, Veer Zara, and Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna. However, she bid adieu to the industry at the age of 32 when she was at the peak of her career. However, she tried making a comeback in the year 2013-14 with the films Ishq in Paris and Happy Ending, but it didn't quite meet the expectations. However, besides Priety's professional success, there was a story that showed her strength, courage, and integrity. Back in 2001, when the entire Bollywood was loomed with underworld's threat, Preity stood her ground and testified against gangster Choota Shakeel in the Chori Chori Chupke Chupke extortion case, stating that she was threatened and demanded Rs. 50 lakhs, but at the time when most remained silent, Preity refused to give in and informed the audience. Her courage at 26 not only established her as a great actress but also as a woman of immense courage. In 2011, another incident happened that showed Preity Zinta's integrity and strong grounds. Filmmaker Shaandar Amrohi, son of Kamal Amrohi, openly announced his wish to append Zinta's name in the will for his 600 crore estate. he really admired Preity and considered her his daughter. Despite this whopping offer, Zinta turned down this amount, stating she wouldn't like to reap benefits from someone else's legacy. This strong-headed decision of Zinta declared her a woman of strong principles. Even though Preity's magical charm in the industry came to a halt at the age of 32, she is all set to make her comeback with Lahore 1947. Today, Zinta's net worth is 150 crores and she own the IPL team Punjab Kings. She is married to Gene Goodnough and splits between the U.S. and India
