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Pink Villa
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
POLL RESULT: If not Shanaya Kapoor, fans reveal who they're dying to see with Vikrant Massey, find out
Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey is all set for his upcoming love story Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan. He will be seen alongside debutant Shanaya Kapoor in the film. Recently, director Santosh Singh shared that before finalizing Shanaya, he had considered Tara Sutaria and Pratibha Ranta for the female lead. Pinkvilla ran a poll asking fans who they would have preferred alongside Vikrant and the verdict is in. Tara Sutaria emerged as the clear favorite! Pinkvilla conducted a poll on May 9 to see which actress fans would have loved more with Vikrant Massey if not Shanaya Kapoor in Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan. The options were Tara Sutaria and Pratibha Ranta. Tara became the winner with 59.46% votes while Pratibha received 40.54% vote. Meanwhile, in a conversation with Mid-day, director Santosh Singh shared that Tara Sutaria and Pratibha Ranta were his first choices for Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan. He said, 'The film had its own journey of finding the heroine. We (initially) had Tara Sutaria and Pratibha Ranta for the role, but their dates didn't work out. We tested Shanaya, and she passed with flying colors.' The director also spilled the beans on Shanaya Kapoor's four month workshop for her role in the upcoming film and added he worked closely with her acting coach. He also mentioned that she had completely memorized the script before they began shooting. Directed by Santosh Singh and written by Niranjan Iyengar and Mansi Bagla, Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan is based on a love story between two visually impaired individuals. Vishal Mishra's music adds emotion to the film's story. The film is produced by Mansi and Varun Bagla under Mini Films. It is all set to release on July 11, 2025.
Khaleej Times
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
'The audience really loved me...': 'Laapataa Ladies' actor Prabtibha Ranta
Actor Pratibha Ranta, who won praise for her performance in the film Laapataa Ladies, says she feels grateful for the love she has received from the audience. The film, which was released last year, was a turning point in her career. While speaking to ANI at Lakme Fashion Week, the actress said: "The audience has loved me, and even today, if anyone is supporting me, it is my audience." The actor said she believes if one is part of a strong story, it can help them carve their path in the industry. "I believe that at the end of the day, if you are part of a good story, you will find your way. Hardships exist in everyone's life," she added. Talking about Laapataa Ladies, she said: "Laapataa Ladies has come as a blessing in my life. The opportunities I received after this film are very important to me. If Laapataa Ladies hadn't happened, I don't think I would be here today. I am very grateful to Kiran [Rao] ma'am for believing in me. When someone believes in a newcomer so much, it is the most beautiful and powerful thing," she added. She made an appearance at the Magnum Lounge at the Lakme Fashion Week in collaboration with FDCI at Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai.
