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Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Watching meeeee and smiling' - Boney Kapoor shares picture of late Sridevi from 'before' they got married
Filmmaker Boney Kapoor posted a throwback picture of his late wife and star Sridevi from before they got married. Boney took to Instagram, where he shared a monochrome picture of Sridevi, where she is seen resting her head on the back of a chair and looking at the lens with a beautiful smile. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now For the caption, Boney wrote: "Watching meeeee and smiling, this was before we got married." For the unversed, Boney and Sridevi fell in love on the sets of the 1987 film "Mr. India". The couple tied the knot back in 1996 and were blessed with two daughters, Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor. However, Sridevi suddenly left for heavenly abode in 2018 in Dubai after an accidental drowning. Not the first time Boney has shared This is not the first time Boney has shared a picture of his late wife. The filmmaker often posts photographs of her and reminisces about old days. In March, he recalled a fond memory with late wife Sridevi and Raj Kapoor. He shared some throwback pictures of Sridevi from the time when she was presented the 'Mr India' silver jubilee trophy by Raj Kapoor. S haring a fun anecdote from the evening, Boney revealed that Raj Kapoor wanted to cast the late actress in his film, 'Gungat ke Pat Khol'. He wrote: "Sri being presented Mr India Silver jubilee trophy happily by Raj Uncle & in the 3rd picture listening to Raj uncle intensely probably Raj uncle was narrating the plot of 'Gungat ke Pat Khol' for which he wanted to cast her as I remember he had mentioned to me earlier during one of my chats with him during our regular late evening sessions of chatting about several topics in fact I was called Cinderella by his family members. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now " He further revealed that when Raj Kapoor met Sridevi during the event, the showman told his wife, Krishna Kapoor, "Wait has been worth it". "My mother is also seen in the 4th picture where Raj uncle's comment of him meeting her is there too, addressing Krishna aunty 'Wait has been worth it' upon meeting Sri", he wrote.
India.com
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Boney Kapoor loses 26 kgs without hitting gym - Here's what he ate and avoided
Known for blockbusters like No Entry, Wanted and Mr India, the 69-year-old producer has always carried a heavier frame. But now, in 2025, he's turned heads with a slimmer, healthier, and incredibly dashing version of himself. Boney's weight loss journey is being widely discussed online, and fans can't stop asking, What's his secret? The good news? It's not some extreme workout or crash diet. His transformation is all about simple lifestyle changes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by (@ How did Boney Kapoor shed the extra kilos? From skipping dinner to cutting out soft drinks—Boney's approach to fitness is practical and doable. Based on multiple media reports, here's what we know about his 4-step weight loss routine: 1. Dinner? No thanks—just soups and salads Instead of a full meal in the evening, Boney reportedly sticks to light options like soup and salads. This helps keep his digestion light at night and avoids unnecessary calorie intake. 2. No tea or coffee—just fruit juices He's apparently said goodbye to caffeine altogether. That means no soft drinks, no tea or coffee. Boney now sticks to fruit juices, which help him stay hydrated and refreshed. 3. A simple, healthy breakfast Boney Kapoor believes in keeping it light even in the morning. According to reports, he begins his day with jawar (sorghum) roti and a glass of juice—nutritious, filling, but far from heavy. 4. Ditch the car—walk it off One more change Boney swears by? Walking. While he doesn't indulge in hardcore gym sessions, he prefers walking short distances instead of using his car. It's an underrated yet effective way to stay active. What's next for Boney Kapoor? While fans are applauding his new look, Boney is also keeping busy on the professional front. His last film, Maidaan, was a sports drama. Up next is No Entry 2, the sequel to his iconic comedy. The film features Diljit Dosanjh, Arjun Kapoor, and Varun Dhawan, and is directed by Anees Bazmee, the same filmmaker who directed the original No Entry. Boney Kapoor's transformation proves that age is truly just a number. With consistency and discipline, even small changes can lead to big results, just like in his movies.
News18
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Aftab Shivdasani Once Spoke About Facing Casting Couch: 'He Used To Call Me Late At Night…'
Aftab Shivdasani once revealed that he faced casting couch during early days in his career. Ram Gopal Varma gave him his big break in Mast with Urmila Matondkar. Actor Aftab Shivdasani started his acting career as a child artist, having starred in films such as Mr India, Shahenshah, and ChaalBaaz. He then took a break and returned to the film industry, only to restart his career with modelling and ad gigs. It was during that phase in life when the actor admitted to facing the casting couch. Aftab Shivdasani and Vivek Oberoi, together, appeared as guests on Riteish Deshmukh and Sajid Khan's game show, Yaaron Ki Baraat. During a segment on the show, Aftab shared his ordeal when a renowned personality from the entertainment industry would call him late at nights and ask him to visit him at a hotel. Upon realising the intent, the Kasoor actor stopped entertaining him. Aftab said on the show, 'When I was not an actor and was doing music videos and modelling assignments, I visited a person who promised me a film. He used to call me late night, kept me hanging. Later on, I realised that it's a hoax and stopped picking his calls. And the guy was a very well known personality and I can't name him here. I did meet him once or twice but later I stopped when his intentions became clear." For the unversed, casting couch refers to the exploitative practice where people in positions of power in the entertainment industry demand sexual favours from aspiring actors in exchange for roles or career opportunities. It's widely condemned as unethical and abusive. Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma gave Aftab Shivdasani his first big break in Mast, co-starring Urmila Matondkar in 1999. In a conversation with ETimes, Aftab clarified that his background as a child actor had no connection to him landing the lead role in Mast. While still in school, he often auditioned for commercials simply because he enjoyed being in front of the camera. It was during one such stint, a cola advertisement, that he caught the attention of RGV, who later cast him in Mast. Meanwhile, on the work front, Aftab Shivdasani has been a part of superhit films such as Kasoor, Awara Paagal Deewana, Hungama, Footpath, 1920: The Evil Returns, Kyaa Kool Hain Hum 3, and several others. Next, he has an array of films in the pipeline. He is a part of Welcome To The Jungle in Akshay Kumar's multi-starrer, Masti 4 with Riteish Deshmukh and Vivek Oberoi and Kasoor 2 with Urvashi Rautela. First Published: July 18, 2025, 19:56 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Amrish Puri's daughter, as beautiful as many Bollywood heroines, works as a fashion designer, is married to..., her name is...
Late veteran actor Amrish Puri is one of the greatest actors that Indian cinema has ever produced. He dominated the silver screen with his unique style of acting for decades. Despite playing a villain in most of his films including Vidhaata, Nagina, Mr India, Shahenshah, Ram Lakhan, Damini, Tridev, Karan Arjun and others, he received a lot of love from fans and garnered immense fame for his performances. But, when it comes to his personal life, little is known. Amrish Puri was married to Urmila Diveker and the couple has two children- Rajeev and Namrata Puri. While Rajeev is a producer, Namrata is a fashion designer. Who is Amrish Puri's daughter? Although Namrata stays away from the glitzy world, she is an avid social media user and loves to showcase her work online. She studied software engineering, but is best known for her craft as a fashion designer. Her creations have been well-received in many fashion shows. Some of her pictures went viral on social media and fans can't get enough of her beauty. In one of her Instagram snaps, she was seen all draped up in a saree, exuding elegance and grace. She gave a stylish back pose, and flaunted her backless blouse. With open hairdo and subtle makeup, Namrata completed her ethnic look perfectly. In another Instagram picture, Namrata was seen in a stunning hand embroidered sharara set. While the bottoms were simple, the top had intricate golden embroidery on it. With dupatta on one-side, Namrata smile and posed for the cameras. In slide 2, Namrata can be seen candidly posing and smiling in a stylish black saree, featuring golden embroidery on the ruffles. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @namratapuribespoke Namrata is currently married to Shrish Bagwe. Her brother Rajeev works as a producer in the entertainment industry. His son, Vardhan Puri, followed his grandfather's footsteps, and featured in a movie titled Yeh Saali Aashiqui featuring Shivaleeka Oberoi. He also worked as an assistant director on the sets of Daawat-e-Ishq, Shuddh Desi Romance and Ishaqzaade.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shekhar Kapur poses a big question on the future of coaching classes in the light of AI
Acclaimed filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has posed a big question on the future of coaching classes in the light of constant advancement in the field of AI. Taking to his X timeline, Shekhar shared that as he was recently driving from Delhi to Mussoorie, he noticed the huge number of signboards for coaching classes. The 'Mr India' maker revealed that the urge to get a certificate in an attempt to procure a nice job has turned the coaching classes into a $ 25 billion industry. Aamir Khan's son, Junaid Khan's 'cool' transformation wows the internet; fans call him 'Indian Henry Cavill' "The informal unregulated education sector in India .. Coaching classes etc is estimated to be worth about $ 25 billion. Spread across both the Urban and rural areas .. parents , middle and lower class, desperately need their kids to have some certificate that proves they have some education ... a certificate ! That enables them to potentially get a job .. potentially be recruited .. but all potentially," he wrote. Shekhar pointed out that AI is also capable of providing the same education in the comfort of one's home, and that too at a much cheaper rate; however, one thing it lacks is a certificate. "Why do you need a certificate .. because any recruitment for a job needs that certificate ... Job? Recruitment ? Certificate ? .. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Redefine Your Future with a Top Online MBA SRM Online Enquire Now Undo AI is soon not only going to change the nature of recruitment... but also the nature of job," he added. Shekhar is of the opinion that AI will soon give every job seeker the ability, and the power of exploring their own abilities - something beyond the coaching class certificate. "We are heading to a time where everyone will be their own CEO," he concluded. On the professional front, Shekhar is currently working on the sequel of his iconic drama "Masoom"- "Masoom, the next generation", which is expected to star Naseeruddin Shah , Manoj Bajpayee , Nithya Menen , Shabana Azmi , and his daughter Kaveri Kapur .
