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India.com
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Hema Malini's cousin and actress who is also connected with Juhi Chawla through.., her name is...
Meet Hema Malini's cousin and actress who is also connected with Juhi Chawla through.., her name is... In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, having connections and relations in the industry holds utmost importance. From opening more doors to garnering more spotlight, ties in this industry can help in many ways. One such similar tale is of a Bollywood actress who garnered a lot of love and attention from her iconic role in 1992. She recently spoke about her relationship with a legendary actress who brought her dignity and respect in this rather harsh industry. The people in the picture are none other than Roja Star Madhoo and her cousin, also celebrated actress Hema Malini. Who is Madhoo? Madhoo is famously known for her role in Mani Ratnam's Roja. She was born on 26 March 1969 as Madhubala Malini in Chennai (then Madras), Tamil Nadu. She ventured into the film industry in the year 1991 with her film Phool Aur Kaante. While she delivered some good films in her career, like Phool Aur Kaante Yeshwant, Pehchaan, Diljale, it was Mani Ratnam's Roja that rose her to fame. How is Madhoo related to Hema Malini and Juhi Chawla? Recently, in an interview, Madhoo revealed that, being Hema Malini's cousin, she earned respect and access in an otherwise challenging industry. Madhoo was born in an artistic family. Her cousin, also known as the dream girl of Bollywood, was a reigning queen of Hindi cinema and a symbol of grace and discipline. 'I am Hema ji's cousin, and Juhi ji, my sister-in-law, is married to my husband's cousin. We are a family of actors. But Juhi ji came into my life much later as a family member, only after I got married. And when I got married, I had kind of left the industry. So her being in the family, emotionally, or mentally, or physically, did not affect me. But I, coming from Hema ji's family, had an impact and only a good impact. The thing is, coming from the home of an artist of Hema ji's stature gave me a lot of dignity.' She said. How Madhoo's Ties With Hema Malini Helped Her? Madhoo also revealed that her association with Hema Malini didn't translate into garnering stardom or a superhit film, but it did help her get an identity and attention. 'So I carried that kind of dignity, some kind of respect. It did not give me a movie, it did not give me a hit, it did not give me appreciation, even, but it gave me access and respect. If I went to somebody's office, I was treated with respect. So that much respect I got because I came from Hema ji's home.' She said. Madhoo also shared how some budding actresses have to go through unpleasant experiences because they have no ties in this industry, but she was lucky since her father was a producer and her cousin was Hema Malini. 'Many girls have difficult experiences while starting out, but I was spared. My father was a producer, and I was Hema ji's cousin — so people treated me with respect.' She said. Madhoo on Typecasting Earlier in an interview, she felt limited by the typecasting of heroines in the '90s. We had a few romantic scenes, some songs, but very few meaningful roles. Toward the end, I felt I wanted to do more, but the opportunities weren't coming.' Madhoo's Personal Life, Her Work Now, and More After marrying film producer Amit Kapoor in 1999, Madhoo stepped away from films. Juhi Chawla, another leading actress, became her relative through marriage, but Madhoo emphasised that Juhi entered her life after her film career had slowed down. Madhoo had also appeared in TV shows like Aarambh and Kumkum Bhagya. She also portrayed the role of Komolika's mother in Kasautii Zindagii Kay 2. She also had her stint in OTT series like Damaged 3 and Aadha Ishq. Madhoo last appeared in the Telugu action film Eagle (2024) opposite Ravi Teja.
Hindustan Times
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Shilpa Shirodkar on leaving films, becoming hairdresser abroad: ‘Even put SSC fail in my resume'
Shilpa Shirodkar lit up the screen in the '90s with hits like Hum, Aankhen, and Pehchaan, but after her 2000 film Gaja Gamini, the star quietly stepped away from the spotlight. Now, after years of living a life far from the film industry, Shilpa has opened up about her unconventional journey. Shlipa Shirodkar opened up about life after Bollywood in a recent interview. Shilpa Shirodkar talks about life after marriage Speaking on Gauahar Khan's podcast, MaaaNoranjan, Shilpa offered a candid look at how she transitioned from cinema to a quiet life abroad after marrying banker Aparesh Ranjit. The couple initially moved to the Netherlands, eventually settling in New Zealand. 'To keep myself busy, I did a hairdressing course in New Zealand. It felt connected to acting in some way—with makeup and beauty and all that,' Shilpa said. She even worked in a salon for two months, but the demanding hours clashed with her newlywed life. What came next could easily be mistaken for a film script. With no corporate experience, Shilpa decided to try something unexpected. She told her husband to make her resume. From hairdressing to a corporate job 'I told him, 'Make my resume.' He asked, 'What should I put in it?' I said, 'Don't lie—just put the truth, even SSC fail and my film work',' she recalled with a laugh. What started as a fun experiment turned into a turning point. She landed two job offers in a single day. She took up a position as a credit controller at Dun & Bradstreet, stepping into a completely new world. But life had other plans. Soon after she joined, she started feeling tired all the time. A friend joked that she might be pregnant. She took a test, and surprisingly, it came back positive. Her pregnancy came with challenges, including insulin injections and weight loss, but she embraced it all with optimism. Shilpa eventually chose to focus fully on motherhood, welcoming daughter Anushka and stepping even further away from the spotlight.
Pink Villa
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Bigg Boss 18's Shilpa Shirodkar enjoys car ride on Bandra-Worli sea link, shares health update after Covid-19 diagnosis
Shilpa Shirodkar's recent health status shocked many after the actress revealed that she has been diagnosed with Covid 19. The Bigg Boss 18 fame had taken her to Instagram to inform her fans. Shilpa shared this news on May 19. Now, the actress has given her health update. It seems that after days, the actor stepped outside after her diagnosis as she was seen enjoying a car ride in Mumbai rains. Shilpa shared a beautiful glimpse of Bandra-Worli sea link by sharing her health update. Taking to her Instagram story, Bigg Boss 18 fame Shilpa Shirodkar shared a scenic picture of Mumbai's Bandra-Worli sea link and gave fans her health update. She wrote, "Finally recovered, feeling fine, thank you each one of you for your love (heart emoticon). Have a super blessed Thursday (hug emoticon)." Take a look at Shilpa Shirodkar's health update here- It was May 19 when Shilpa Shirodkar informed about her covid-19 diagnosis. After this news was shared, celebrities and fans quickly flooded the comment section and expressed their concern for her health. Indira Krishna, Sonakshi Sinha, Munisha Khatwani, Namrata Shirodkar, Chum Darang, Deanne Panday and many others wished her a speedy recovery. Workwise, Shilpa Shirodkar had made a comeback to the world of entertainment after 7 years through Bigg Boss 18. Before entering the show, the actress had expressed her excitement while speaking to Pinkvilla. During her stint in the show, her complicated relationship with Vivian Dsena and Karan Veer Mehra grabbed the limelight. Shilpa formed a close bond with Chum Darang, Digvijay Rathee, Karan Veer and Vivian. She often spends time with Karan Veer, Chum and Digvijay. Speaking about her films, the actress has acted in several movies like Khuda Gawah, Pehchaan, Parwane, Gopi Kishan and many others. Shilpa also starred in TV shows like Ek Mutthi Aasmaan, Silsila Pyaar Ka and a few more.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Suniel Shetty talked about alleged rivalry with Akshay Kumar in the 90s: 'I don't decide who I want to pose with...'
After making his debut in the 1992 film 'Balwaan', was viewed as a potential rival to the then-successful . Rumors about their competition were common, with Rediff in 1997 suggesting that Suniel was unsettling Akshay's position. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Suniel later addressed these rumors in an interview with the website. Magazine Covers and Media Speculation Suniel and Akshay featured on magazine covers alongside and , respectively. While some interpreted this as a rivalry or competition, Suniel dismissed such notions, stating that there was no conflict or tension between them. Media-Created Rivalry Reported in Hindustan Times, Suniel clarified that the rivalry between him and Akshay was created by the media. He explained that the decision about whom to pose with for magazine covers is made by the magazines themselves, not by the actors. Suniel emphasized that there is no personal issue between him and Akshay, suggesting that the magazines have their own internal competition. For example, if one magazine features Akshay with Sushmita Sen, another might feature Suniel with Aishwarya Rai. He added that posing for photographs is simply part of their profession and is done in a professional spirit without any underlying conflict. Fans See Through the Hype When asked if people actually believed the rivalry narrative between him and Akshay, Suniel explained that fans are not easily fooled. He pointed out that magazines compete by sensationalizing stories on their covers to boost sales, but readers do not necessarily take those rumors seriously or believe the gossip. Long Standing Collaboration Since their early collaborations in the 1993 films 'Waqt Hamara Hai' and 'Pehchaan', Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty have frequently shared the screen. They gained further popularity with the 1994 blockbuster 'Mohra'. In 2000, the duo successfully shifted gears from action to comedy with 'Hera Pheri', alongside . Their partnership continued with movies like 'Dhadkan', 'Awara Paagal Deewana', and 'Deewane Huye Paagal'. Fans can soon catch them together again in the upcoming films 'Welcome to the Jungle' and 'Hera Pheri 3'.
News18
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Suniel Shetty On Akshay Kumar's Resemblance To His Late Cousin: ‘It's Scary…'
Last Updated: Suniel Shetty and Akshay Kumar have worked together in films such as Mohra, Hera Pheri, Waqt Humara Hai, among others. Suniel Shetty and Akshay Kumar have been great friends for many years and have also shared screen space in several films including 'Hera Pheri', 'Waqt Humara Hai', 'Mohra', 'Pehchaan', 'Dhadkan', and others. Recently, Suniel Shetty recalled his first meeting with Akshay, sharing a deeply emotional memory. He revealed that the 'Kesari 2' actor resembled his late cousin Ullaas, who had tragically died in a car accident at the age of 27-28. He was struck by the resemblance in appearance and body language when he met Akshay for the first time on the sets of the 1993 film 'Waqt Humara Hai'. While speaking with Radio Nasha, Suniel Shetty said, 'I can never forget that first meeting. I had a cousin named Ullaas, who was the first person to send my photographs out and I got my first modelling assignment. At that time, I had just lost him in a car accident. He was hardly 27-28." Recalling the first time he met Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty said, 'When I saw Akshay, for a second, I felt that he had the exact same body language, clean-shaved look, good-looking boy, and tall. The first thing I said to Akshay was that you remind me of my brother I have lost in an accident." He further added, 'I also told him that it's scary that I have to sit down and work with you every day because whenever I will see you, I'll miss him. And, that's exactly what happened. When we got a long night, he lightened the vibe. Akshay se bada masti khor koi nahi hai iss duniya mein. (There's no one in this world more fun-loving than Akshay)." Suniel Shetty will reunite with Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal in Priyadarshan's 'Hera Pheri 3'. Last month, while speaking with Hindustan Times, Priyadarshan said, 'I plan to start work, start writing 'Hera Pheri 3' sometime next year. It is going to be very challenging to make the third part because there will be too many expectations." Meanwhile, Suniel Shetty will next be seen in 'Kesari Veer', co-starring Vivek Oberoi and Sooraj Pancholi. It will release on May 23rd. Akshay Kumar, who was recently seen in 'Kesari Chapter 2', has 'Housefull 5' and 'Welcome To The Jungle' in the pipeline. First Published:
