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India Today
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
She moves mountains for her children: Bollywood celebs share what a mother means
Motherhood is not the same for everyone, but for the world, a mother stands for the values that only she can embody and strengthen. While she's someone who's capable of loving unconditionally, she can also be the strongest pillar of strength and resilience for her children in difficult Today spoke to a few young women from Bollywood to understand their idea of a 'mother'. 'Chhorri 2' actor Nushrratt Bharuccha with her mother Tasneem Bharucha advertisementNushrratt Bharuccha: "A mother is someone who's the only person in the world who's capable of unconditionally loving their child, being fiercely protective, fighting tooth and nail, and maybe the whole world if it comes to that, for their child's safety, well-being, happiness, and their future." "I think for me, a mother is just somebody who can really make a child feel like they don't need, or they couldn't want anything or anyone else in the world if they have just their mother with them through everything, through all the lows, the highs, the struggles, just everything." 'Jewel Thief' actor Nikita Dutta with her mother Alka Dutta advertisementNikita Dutta: "A mother is the embodiment of unconditional love, strength, and sacrifice. She's the glue that holds families together and inspires us to be better versions of ourselves.""She's the one who holds our hands through life's biggest challenges and makes us feel loved in our darkest moments. Her love knows no bounds, and her influence shapes us in ways we may never fully realise. She's the reason we find the strength to keep going, even when the road ahead seems uncertain." Pashmina Roshan with her mother Kanchan Roshan Pashmina Roshan: "A mother is the perfect balance of softness and strength. She's the one who'll hold you close when the world feels too big and too loud, offering you a quiet place to breathe and feel safe. At the same time, she's the force who will fiercely protect you, stand up for you, and teach you how to be resilient in a world that sometimes doesn't make it easy.""A mother has this quiet strength that shows up when you least expect it - whether it's in the way she juggles a hundred things at once or the way she knows exactly what you need, even when you don't know it yourself. Her love is the softest thing in the world, but don't mistake that softness for weakness—it's the kind of strength that makes her capable of moving mountains for her family." 'Pyar Ka Professor' actor Nikita Dutta with her mother Sushma Dhar Sandeepa Dhar: "A mother is your first home; your nurturer, your guide, your silent strength. She knows your heartbeat before you even speak, senses your joys and sorrows without a word.""She shapes your soul, teaches you right from wrong, and plants the values that ground you for life. Every smile, every habit, every instinct, you carry her within you. She's not just someone who gave you life; she is life, the root of who you are. A mother is love in its purest form; unspoken, unwavering, and eternal." 'Kesari Veer' actor Akanksha Sharma with her mother Sakshi Sharma advertisementAkanksha Sharma: "A mother is a divine force, and for me personally, my mother is my universe, and my mother is my solution to every problem, and she is an answer to every question. Earlier, mothers were restricted to roles like those of nurturers and someone who was someone who was just symbols of sacrifice and, you know, they had their own duties for their kids.""But as Indian cinema has evolved, now mothers have their own individualities and dreams and that has been showcased more in films now."Bollywood has explored all shades of motherhood, from showing her as the one who sacrifices her life for the betterment of her children in the Nirupa Roy-starrer movies of the 70s, to being this fierce force protecting her kin like only she can - in 'Mom', 'Mother India', and 'Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway', among others. India, where we acknowledge our country as our motherland, is the land where mothers are not just respected, but celebrated and worshipped. The Indian film industry reflects the same when it's about featuring motherhood through cinema.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sandeepa Dhar on her eternal love for dance and inspiration Madhuri Dixit
As the world gears to celebrate International Dance Day on Tuesday, actor Sandeepa Dhar reflected on her lifelong relationship with dance - and the one name that first ignited that passion within her: Madhuri Dixit . "There is a profound honesty in movement that words often fail to capture. For decades, dance has been my sanctuary - not just an art form, but a way of experiencing the world fully present," Dhar said. Growing up, Madhuri's effortless grace and expressive artistry first showed Sandeepa the transformative power of dance. Expressing her love and respect for Madhuri, Dhar added, "Watching Madhuri ma'am dance was like witnessing poetry come alive. She didn't just perform steps - she told stories, she moved hearts. She taught me that dance isn't about technical perfection; it's about honesty, soul, and truthfulness." For Sandeepa, dance remains a space of deepest authenticity - a sacred connection to herself through every season of life. "Dance strips away pretense. It allows you to be completely alive in the moment. That's what I have learned from watching Madhuri Ma'am over the years - the quiet power of being vulnerably, joyfully real," she revealed. Sonakshi not interested to learn dance from Madhuri by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Detailers Are Stunned by How Well This At-Home Cleaner Works Make Your Car Look Like New Undo Crediting Madhuri as one of the earliest and most lasting inspirations of her artistic journey, she concluded, "Today, I celebrate not just dance, but the spirit of those who showed us its magic. Thank you, Madhuri ma'am, for being the dream that taught me to dance with my heart." A trained dancer in Bharatanatyam , Jazz, and Contemporary styles, Dhar has often mesmerized audiences with her effortless performances across films, web shows, and live stages. On the professional front, Dhar last graced the screen in Akshay Choubey's show " Pyar Ka Professor ", where she shared the screen with Pranav Sachdeva and Mahesh Balraj.
Hindustan Times
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Pyar Ka Professor actor Pranav Sachdeva: Micro-dramas can become a parallel eco-system
Actor Pranav Sachdeva, last seen in OTT series Pyar Ka Professor playing the title role, says after working on different mediums including, TV shows, theatre, web and films, the trend of micro-drama can be the next big thing. Currently filming a micro-drama in his hometown of Delhi, Pranav explains, 'Basically, these are one-and-a-half-minute video content pieces, with each show comprising around 60 episodes, ending in approximately 100 minutes of binge-worthy content. This is a novel concept gaining considerable traction in India, with channels, OTT platforms, and apps actively exploring it. In countries like China, micro-dramas are already highly successful, and major players are now joining this movement.' A post shared by Pranav Sachdev (@pranavsachdeva29) Elaborating on his current project he adds, "My show is for a new app, and its model involves offering initial episodes for free. Beyond entertainment, the concept cleverly incorporates an element of addiction, with each episode ending on a hook designed to entice viewers to watch the next. Internationally, these platforms often employ a paywall. While the subscription model prevalent in Indian OTT services might preclude a direct paywall, micro-dramas certainly have the potential to develop into a distinct and thriving parallel ecosystem." While involved in the production and creative aspects of this micro-drama, Pranav has a specific personal objective. "My primary aim in pursuing this is to maintain a constant practice of my craft. It's akin to theatre on camera, offering a brief shooting window but the potential to reach a vast audience, connecting with millions within minutes." Pranav's previous OTT venture garnered significant viewership. "Following Pyar Ka Professor, the response has been overwhelmingly positive, and I've received some very interesting audition opportunities. I'm also in the process of writing my next show, a supernatural romance, which we plan to shoot next year and in which I will also act. I also wrote and created PKP. There was a period where I was primarily receiving a certain type of work, not necessarily the roles I aspired to. This prompted me to start writing and creating the kind of projects I've always wanted to be a part of. We are hopeful that a sequel to PKP will also be commissioned soon." His last film appearance was in Uunchai (2022), where he portrayed actor Anupam Kher's son. "Working with (actor Amitabh) Bachchan sir and (director) Sooraj Barjatya sir was like a dream come true. I began my journey in 2011 with Zindagi Dot Com and went on to do shows like Airlines (2013), Hadh, and Maaya 2,' says the actor who has also dedicated a significant amount of time to theatre, recently participating in two major productions, Devika Rani and Womanly Voices, directed by Lillete Dubey.
