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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dia Mirza opens up about her most terrifying midnights in hotel rooms during her early Bollywood days
Dia Mirza began her cinematic journey not as a star but as a background dancer in a Tamil film. Her rise in the Indian film industry has been anything but straightforward. Born outside the glitzy circles of Bollywood, she fought her way into the limelight. Her breakthrough moment came when she clinched the Miss Asia Pacific International crown in 2000, a turning point that led her to her Hindi film debut in Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein , where she starred opposite R. Madhavan. Her early years in the industry were marked by both hope and heartbreak. Despite her talent, Dia often found herself sidelined. Many opportunities she deserved were handed over to those with powerful family connections or industry alliances. For an artist without a well-connected background, the struggle was both professional and personal. She recounted how, to ensure her own safety, she would share her hotel room with her hairdresser to prevent unwelcome intrusions during shoots and travels. It wasn't a glamorous life, but it was necessary for survival. Dia grew up facing hardships early on. Her parents separated when she was just four, and she lost her father when she was nine. While many female actors had the comforting presence of a parent guiding and supporting them through the highs and lows of showbiz, Dia had to build her own support system. She leaned heavily on her team—her hairdresser, makeup artist, and spotboy—who became more than colleagues; they were her extended family, her fortress. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like O carro de Paolla Oliveira choca o mundo inteiro, a prova em fotos! Boite A Scoop Undo One of the constants in her life was her spotboy, Prasad Anna, who stood by her throughout her career until his passing during the Covid pandemic. Similarly, her hairdresser remained by her side for nearly two decades, starting from her very first film. This group of dedicated professionals became her shield against the chaos and unpredictability of the industry. She never felt the need to replace them, as their presence gave her the emotional and physical safety many take for granted. Dia acknowledged that her path as an outsider was daunting, filled with emotional and logistical challenges. But her resilience was born out of necessity. She didn't have parents to navigate the system for her or manage her career moves. What she lacked in industry clout, she made up for with determination and loyalty to those who stood by her. Recently, Dia was seen in the Netflix release Nadaaniyan, alongside rising stars Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor. Her continued presence in the industry stands as a testament to her perseverance, strength, and the unbreakable bond she formed with those who helped her survive a world that wasn't always kind or welcoming.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Dia Mirza recalls ‘hard, terrifying' years of sharing room with her hairdresser to ward off unwanted midnight knocks on door: ‘Had to find a way to survive'
Dia Mirza, who started her film journey as a background dancer in a Tamil film, has had her own share of ups and downs as an outsider in the industry. After winning the title of Miss Asia Pacific International title in 2000, she marked her debut in Hindi cinema with Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein, alongside R. Madhavan. She has often shared losing several films because the opportunities were offered to others with industry backing. In a recent interview, Dia revealed that she had to share her room with her hairdresser to avoid unwanted knocks at night. The actor, whose parents got divorced when she was four and father passed away at nine, also spoke about how female actors in the industry had parents to support them, but she didn't. During a conversation with Official People Of India, Dia was asked about navigating her path as an outsider in the film industry. 'I'll have to write a book about that someday. There's so much, there are so many layers to that question. But, if I have to be simple, it was hard and terrifying,' she smiled and replied. She went on to reveal sharing her room for the longest time. 'My hairdresser used to share my room with me for many years to ward off unwanted visitors. It was really hard. I myself look back now and think I don't know how I managed.' ALSO READ | 'Priyanka Chopra had solid support from parents…me and Lara Dutta ate instant noodles because we had no money', recalls Dia Mirza It was Dia's team that stood strong with her at all times. 'A lot of the women in the industry have always had some parent around. Somebody's father or mother have always been a very active participant in their film career. I never had that. My team – hairdresser, makeup artist, and spotboy were my safety net. Which is why I never changed those technicians and that support group for years,' she said. The actor continued, 'Prasad anna was my spotboy for all of the years that I worked until he passed away. I lost him during Covid. My hairdresser worked with me for 16-17 years straight, from my first film. That kind of created a safety net for me. We have to find out own ways to survive.' Talking about how women characters today are better developed by female writers than how men wrote their roles years ago, she said, 'There are so many things that I have done as scenes or the kind of characters that I have played in my earlier films, without even realising how regressive some of that was or how I was being objectified, or how patriarchal the mindset was in the projection of the character. All of that only becomes something that you learn about and become aware of, therefore you can make better choices later.' On the work front, Dia Mirza was last seen in the Netflix film Nadaaniyan, with Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor.
Pink Villa
4 days ago
- Health
- Pink Villa
'I couldn't hold him until...': Dia Mirza recalls son Avyaan had hole in his intestine and underwent life-saving surgery
While motherhood is a blissful phase for a woman, becoming one is never easy! Bollywood actress Dia Mirza turned mother after welcoming her son, Avyaan Azaad Rekhi, in 2021. After his birth, the little boy was immediately taken to the ICU and underwent life-saving surgery, as revealed by Dia in a recent interview. She opened up about her life-threatening pregnancy at 39. The Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein actress said that she delivered Avyaan in a 'crazy' situation as she developed an acute bacterial infection. Talking to the Official People Of India, Dia Mirza disclosed that the bacterial infection was likely due to a side effect of an appendix surgery, which she underwent during the fifth month of her pregnancy. "By the end of my sixth month, we realised that my placenta was haemorrhaging and my body was going into sepsis. If the baby wasn't delivered, neither of us could be saved. It was quite scary," said the 43-year-old. Revealing more about her complicated delivery, Dia added that she just wanted the doctor to save her baby. After Avyaan was born, he weighed only 810 grams. At the same time, the actress was on IV antibiotics, and later doctors concluded that the bacteria she had were life-threatening. However, owing to the medication, things were under control. Further, Mirza recalled remaining on antibiotics for 21 days. On the other hand, her premature son had to undergo life-saving surgery 36 hours after his birth, as he had a hole in his intestine. Sharing how doctors performed the surgery, the actress mentioned, "They put a stoma on him. They basically pulled the intestine out of the body, and it was an exposed stoma." Taking the conversation forward, the Bheed actress mentioned COVID-19 and said that she was allowed to visit Avyaan only twice a week, and mentioned how the pandemic increased her concerns. Dia could not hold him until he was 2.5 kg, and then she brought him home for exactly 20 days. After the little boy gradually gained strength and weighed 3.5 kg, he underwent another surgery, and the stoma was corrected. In the same interview, the Nadaniyaan actress made a heartfelt revelation about writing a book for her son. The book compiles her pregnancy journey and details every aspect of her complicated delivery. Stating how Avyaan has taught her 'grace,' Dia said that it takes a lot of grace to survive, endure, and smile through the pain that Avyaan has experienced. For the unversed, Dia Mirza was earlier married to her longtime business partner, Sahil Sangha. They got separated in 2019, and later she got hitched to businessman Vaibhav Rekhi in 2021. The couple turned parents to Avyaan the same year. Well, the actress also has a stepdaughter, Samaira, from Vaibhav's previous marriage.
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Dia Mirza gets ‘stepmom' title from daughter Samaira Rekhi but there's a sassy twist
Dia Mirza has been married to businessman Vaibhav Rekhi since 2021. She often shares heartwarming family moments on her social media. Most recently, the actress got candid about her stepdaughter, Samaira Rekhi, as she humorously recalled getting the 'stepmom' title but with a sassy twist. In a recent interview with the Official People of India, Dia Mirza opened up about her relationship with her stepfather, Ahmed Mirza. She revealed that she didn't read many fairy tales while growing up, so it helped her not perceive her stepfather as someone she shouldn't accept. According to her, fairytales created a different set of biases, suggesting that stepfathers and stepmothers are always evil. This admission also reminded her of her stepdaughter, Samaira Rekhi as she said, 'Which brings me to Samaira, who has saved my number on her phone as - Dia, not yet the evil stepmother. That's what fairy tales do, right? I wonder if she's changed the description under my name.' In addition to this, the Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein actress also shared an emotional memory with her stepfather from their last meeting. Walking down memory lane, the actress shared how she started calling her stepfather 'abba' right after her mother married him. The actress in a 'child's heart and little mind' was extremely accepting of him. Dia revealed that her stepfather was not a hugger, cuddler, or someone who expresses his emotions. Rather, they turned him into a hugger, and it was only the last time he gave her a tight hug before his demise. "I remember the last time I met him in Hyderabad before I went to an overseas shoot, during which time he passed away (in 2003). I'll never forget the hug he gave me and the tears he had in his eyes as he said goodbye,' she said. Dia Mirza was previously married to Sahil Sangha, but after five years of their marriage, they got divorced in 2019. She later tied the nuptial knot to businessman Vaibhav Rekhi in 2021 and welcomed their first child in May of the same year. The couple named him Avyaan Azaad Rekhi, who was born premature and was in the NICU for 2 months.
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
R Madhavan Birthday: How Rich Is Kesari 2 Actor At 55?
Last Updated: Happy Birthday R Madhavan: The actor recently made a surprise appearance at Maa's trailer launch in Mumbai. However, details about his role in under wraps. Happy Birthday R Madhavan: Known for his versatile performances on screen, R Madhavan has carved out a niche for himself in the film industry. From his breakout roles in Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein and Alaipayuthey to latest OTT projects like Decoupled and The Railway Men, the actor has consistently delighted the audience. On his 55th birthday, here's a look at his net worth and some of his movies you can add to your watchlist. R Madhavan's Net Worth As per several reports, R Madhavan's net worth is estimated to be around Rs 115 crore. Recently, in an interview with Hindustan Times, the actor stated that he is not too money-conscious. He mentioned, 'I wish I was. My net worth would have been much higher than what it is. I spend on experiences. I never see how much a new experience costs. I just want to do it. Bahut se fizool me paise udaaye hain (I have splurged a lot needlessly)." R Madhavan's Top Movies Alaipayuthey: The film directed by Mani Ratnam marks R Madhavan's Tamil debut and delves deeply into the complexities of marital life between a young couple who elope. It has a philosophical undertone in which traditions and modernism are pitted against one another. The flick also stars Shalini, Jayasudha, Vivek, among others. Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein: Gautham Vasudev Menon wrote and directed the film, which stars R Madhavan, Saif Ali Khan and Dia Mirza as the leads. It is a remake of the Tamil movie, Minnale. RHTDM follows the love story of Madhav 'Maddy' Shastri and Reena Malhotra. The latter is engaged to Rajeev 'Sam' Samra, a young man living in the United States and Maddy's former college adversary. The story takes a turn when Madhav impersonates Rajeev to win over Reena. Vikram Vedha: One of R Madhavan's most iconic and popular flicks, Vikram Vedha, stars him opposite Vijay Sethupathi. Madhavan plays Vikram, an upright cop who is caught in a chase game with the cunning gangster Vedha. His portrayal of a morally upright yet troubled cop is captivating and demonstrates his command over dramatic roles. Shaitaan: Another R Madhavan's film that has caused quite a lot of buzz. His portrayal of Vanraj Kashyap, a man who seizes control of a young girl's body and tortures her entire family in the process, keeps the audience intrigued. The movie also stars Ajay Devgn, Jyothika, Janki Bodiwala and others. 3 Idiots: The film strikes a chord with the audience as it critically looks at the higher education system. Farhan Qureshi (R Madhavan), Raju Rastogi (Sharman Joshi) and Rancho (Aamir Khan) portray three friends who study together at a top engineering college in Delhi and challenge the system. Directed by Rajkummar Hirani,3 Idiots also stars Kareena Kapoor, Boman Irani and Omi Vaidya. R Madhavan's Upcoming Projects R Madhavan has collaborated with Fatima Sana Shaikh for the romance drama, Aap Jaisa Koi, that follows the lives of two distinct persons, Shrirenu Tripathi and Madhu Bose. According to the teaser, Madhavan plays a Sanskrit teacher and Fatima a French professor. The movie is directed by Vivek Soni and produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. Meanwhile, his surprise appearance at Kajol starrer Maa's trailer launch in Mumbai led to speculation that he might be a part of the film. Maa is reportedly set in the same universe as Shaitaan. However, details about his role remain under wraps. First Published:
