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Indian Express
2 days ago
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- Indian Express
Isha Koppikar was stopped by the police after release of Kyaa Kool Hain Hum: ‘They stopped my car, saluted me'
In 2005, when Ekta Kapoor's film Kyaa Kool Hain Hum released, it received mixed reviews. Yet, to everybody's surprise, it worked wonders at the box office and earned Rs 23 crore against a budget of Rs 5 crore. The film, starring actors Riteish Deshmukh, Tusshar Kapoor, Neha Dhupia and Isha Koppikar, created a cult and shot the stars to fame. Actress Isha Koppikar's character became a fan favourite. She played the role of an inspector in search of a serial rapist. Unlike her other sophisticated roles, in Kya Kool Hai Hum, Isha played a local Maharastrian with a specific dialect and accent. In a recent interview, she recalled the time when a police officer stopped her car after the film's release. She shared, 'I remember once a policeman stopped my car. I asked my driver, 'What happened? Did you jump the signal?' He said, 'No.' The fact was that these police knew my car by its number and they stopped me on purpose. When the car stopped, they asked me to lower the windows. When I did that, to my surprise, they saluted me. They said: 'We need a madam like you in our station.' I felt too good. I thanked them. Then they praised my movie.' She added, 'I often feel that I have this cop kind of vibe: Isha 'Kop'pikkar. I often believe that if I had not become an actor, I would have ended up becoming a police officer.' ALSO READ | Kajol celebrates her birthday with Ajay Devgn's onscreen kids, bemused fans ask, 'How are they related?' In the same interview, the actress shared her experience of working in the film. She shared, 'I loved acting in Kya Kool Hain Hum! I loved my character as soon as I heard it. My character ruled the film. My dialogues and dialect were fun. We had too much fun on set.' Though the film was promoted as an adult comedy, Isha said she didn't find anything vulgar in the script of the 2005 film. 'When Kyaa Kool Hain Hum was narrated to me, it didn't sound vulgar to me. However, my character was very clean. Back then, a film had released in Hollywood titled Miss Congeniality. My role in Kya Kool Hai Hum was more or less the same. I loved my role. My director, producer as well as the production house–it was all good. I never felt uncomfortable. And I am sure Tusshar (Kapoor) and Riteish (Deshmukh) would have thought about the role before taking it up. I can talk for the part 1 of the film. It was nice. After that, I don't know,' said the actress. After the success of the first film, the makers went on to release second and third installment of the film in 2012 and 2016, respectively. All three films were directed by different directors. While the first and second part of the film starred actors Tusshar Kapoor and Riteish Deshmukh, the third film starred actor Aftab Shivdasani with Tusshar. It was also promoted as a sex comedy film.
India.com
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Riteish Deshmukh Pens Emotional Birthday Tribute To Wife Genelia: Calls Her One Incredible Woman
Mumbai: Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh turned the biggest cheerleader for his "baiko" (wife), Genelia Deshmukh, on her birthday on Tuesday posting a heartfelt message on social media calling her 'one incredible woman'. In a post on his Instagram handle, Riteish shared a long note expressing his admiration and affection for Genelia, along with a carousel of pictures from their family moments, film sets, and vacations. 'Today isn't just your birthday—it's a reminder of how lucky I am to walk through life with you. You are so many things in one incredible woman: the one who makes me laugh when I least expect it, the best mother our children could ever ask for, a daughter who leads with love and respect, and a friend who shows up—always,' he wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Riteish Deshmukh (@riteishd) Calling Genelia the 'strength' behind their happiest moments and 'the glue that holds us together', Riteish added, 'You never fail to embarrass me—with your teasing, your epic leg-pulling, or those stories you love to overshare with friends and your endless laughter—but I wouldn't change a thing. Because through it all, you always have my back. You're my loudest cheerleader, my fiercest defender, and the one person I can always count on every single time." The actor went on to call his wife 'the anchor, the calm, and the favourite teammate' of his life. 'I hope you feel celebrated for everything you are. You deserve joy, rest, laughter, love, and maybe even a nap without interruptions. You've earned every bit of it. You inspire me to be a better person, someone worthy of having you as a partner- I guess I am just happy counting my blessings, god couldn't have been kinder to me,' he added. In a quick response, Genelia commented on the post and wrote, 'Thank you my everything. Birthday will not be the same without you.' She also reshared the post on her Instagram story and added, 'To the one I can't live without. Thank you so much.' On the work front, Genelia Deshmukh, who has made an impressive return to acting, was last seen in Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par'.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Riteish Deshmukh's Wish For ‘Baiko' Genelia Deshmukh On Birthday: ‘My Anchor, My Calm'
Last Updated: Riteish Deshmukh penned a wholesome birthday note for his 'baiko' Genelia Deshmukh. Genelia D'Souza celebrates her 38th birthday today, August 5. While her day is filled with love and warm wishes from family and friends, the sweetest one came from her husband and actor Riteish Deshmukh. This morning, he took to Instagram to share a heartwarming montage of the special moments from their life together. Along with the pictures, the actor penned an adorable birthday note for his 'Baiko' (wife in Marathi). Sharing the lovely pictures, the Housefull actor began the note with, 'Happy Birthday, My Baiko, My Love." He continued, 'Today isn't just your birthday — it's a reminder of how lucky I am to walk through life with you. You are so many things in one incredible woman: the one who makes me laugh when I least expect it, the best mother our children could ever ask for, a daughter who leads with love and respect, and a friend who shows up — always." Riteish added, 'You carry more than anyone realizes, and still somehow give so much of yourself to everyone around you. You're the strength behind so many of our family's happiest moments, even when you're tired, even when no one sees it. You are the glue that holds us together." The Dhamal actor also shared how Genelia never misses a chance to tease him or pull his leg, but beyond all that, she always stood firmly beside him. . He mentioned, 'You never fail to embarrass me — with your teasing, your epic leg-pulling, or those stories you love to overshare with friends and your endless laughter— but I wouldn't change a thing. Because through it all, you always have my back. You're my loudest cheerleader, my fiercest defender, and the one person I can always count on every single time." Riteish described Genelia as the 'anchor and calm" of his life. He wrote, 'You are my anchor and my calm, my favorite teammate in all of life's chaos. You are, without question, the heart of our home — and the one our kids turn to first, every single time. Today, I hope you feel celebrated for everything you are. You deserve joy, rest, laughter, love — and maybe even a nap without interruptions. You've earned every bit of it." Riteish concluded the note saying, 'You inspire me to be a better person, someone worthy of having you as a partner- I guess I am just happy counting my blessings, god couldn't have been kinder to me. I love you so much my baiko, much more than words can fully express, but I'll spend my life trying to show you. Happy Birthday Love. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Riteish Deshmukh (@riteishd) Friends and Fans Reaction On Riteish Deshmukh's Post The pictures shared on the post include photos from Riteish and Genelia's cute pictures together, their family moment with two sons, Riaan and Rahyl and glimpses from their vacations. In no time, fans flooded the comment section with love and warm wishes. Dia Mirza admired the couple writing 'You guys, ' followed by the heart signs. Actor Amruta Khanvilkar wrote, 'Happy Birthday to the cutest, loveliest girl." One fan added, 'A husband writing such lovely birthday notes has all my heart." Genelia Deshmukh's Workfront After Sitaare Zameen Par, Genelia appeared in Junior. She will be next seen in Raja Shivji and Police Station Mein. First Published: 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.
News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Shah Rukh Khan's National Award Glory Gets A ‘Seeti-Taali' Salute From Riteish Deskhmukh
Last Updated: Shah Rukh Khan will be sharing the award with Vikrant Massey, who clinched the revered title for his performance in the biopic drama, 12th Fail. After a long wait of 33 years, superstar Shah Rukh Khan has won his first-ever National Film Award for his performance in the 2023 action-thriller Jawan. The actor will be sharing the award with Vikrant Massey, who clinched the revered title for his performance in the biopic drama, 12th Fail. Good wishes have been pouring in from all corners for all the winners and now Riteish Deshmukh has congratulated SRK for this significant achievement. Riteish Deshmukh Congratulates SRK Shortly after the 71st National Film Awards were announced, Shah Rukh Khan posted a video thanking his fans, directors and family for their constant support. Reacting to the video, the Housefull actor wrote on X, 'My dearest Shah Rukh Khan, many congratulations on winning the Best Actor National Award- more power to you. May you forever entertain us with your brilliance." My dearest @iamsrk many congratulations on winning the Best Actor National Award- more power to you … May you forever entertain us with your brilliance. — Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) August 1, 2025 SRK Expressed Gratitude For Being Honoured With The National Award Sporting a beanie, a T-shirt, denim and a sling on his arm due to a recent injury, King Khan said, 'I am overwhelmed with gratitude, pride and humility. Receiving a National Award is an honour that I will remember for the rest of my life. Thank you so much to the jury, the chairman, the I&B ministry, and everyone who thought I deserved this recognition." He added, 'I'd like to thank all of my directors and writers, particularly for the year 2023. So, thank you, Raju sir, Sid, and most importantly, Atlee sir and his team for providing me the opportunity in Jawan and believing me to produce." The Don actor also extended gratitude to his wife Gauri and their three children, Aryan, Suhana, and AbRam. The superstar further shared, 'The National Award is more than just an achievement. It serves as a reminder that my efforts are worth it. It encourages me to keep going, work hard, create, and serve cinema. In a world full of noise, being truly heard is a gift. And I promise to use this honour as motivation to continue striving, learning, and giving back. This award is a reminder that acting is not only work, but also a responsibility to show truth on the screen." Released in 2023, Jawan is directed by South director Atlee and also features Nayanthara, Ridhi Dogra, Sanya Malhotra, Vijay Sethupathi, Deepika Padukone, Sunil Grover and Priyanmani in pivotal roles. The plot of Jawan is about a prison warden who leads a group of inmates in exposing societal corruption and injustices. Shah Rukh Khan portrays the warden, who is also a former commando, in a dual role of a father and son. The film depicts their struggle against systemic issues through daring acts and a mission to right the wrongs in India. First Published: 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 Today
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Housefull 5 OTT release: When and where to watch Akshay Kumar's comedy drama
'Housefull 5', starring Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, and Abhishek Bachchan, has officially landed on OTT. The fifth installment of the popular franchise is now streaming on Prime Video. The announcement was officially made on social media with a hilarious a video shared by the star cast on their respective Instagram handles, the actors are seen humorously promoting the film's digital release. Amid the buzz, Akshay Kumar steps in to hush everyone and declares, 'Housefull 5 has released on Prime Video and everyone can go and watch.'advertisementTake a look at the video here: Set aboard a lavish cruise ship, 'Housefull 5' combines comedy, mystery, and non-stop madness. The story kicks off with a billionaire's shocking death right after he names his heir, Jolly. But there's a twist - three different men, played by Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, and Abhishek Bachchan, all claim to be Jolly. What follows is a laugh-out-loud series of mix-ups, love triangles, and outrageous investigations as their girlfriends (played by Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, and Nargis Fakhri) and a team of quirky detectives try to uncover the by Tarun Mansukhani and co-written by Farhad Samji, the film also features an ensemble cast including Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Nana Patekar, Chitrangda Singh, Dino Morea, Fardeen Khan, Johnny Lever, Chunky Panday, Ranjeet, Shreyas Talpade, Soundarya Sharma, Nikitin Dheer, Archana Puran Singh, Bobby Deol, and Mithun film was produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, Firuzi Khan, and Warda Nadiadwala under Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment.- Ends
