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Time of India
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive – Sourabh Raaj Jain opens up about being associated with ‘Shree Krishna' post the success of Mahabharat; says, 'People greet me with folded hands'
Sourabh Raaj Jain is making a comeback with the new show Tu Dhadkan Main Dil. While the actor has won hearts with many roles in the television industry, he is popularly known for his Mahabharat character of Shree Krishna. In an exclusive chat with TOI TV, Sourabh recalled the success of Mahabharat and spoke about how he's still associated with 'Shree Krishna.' Sourabh revealed that people still greet him with great respect and address him as 'Shree Krishna,' and that's something he cherishes a lot. The actor also spoke about his new show and how he's excited for fans to witness him in a new light. He shared, 'It's incredibly humbling. There's a kind of emotional and spiritual connection that comes with playing Krishna and that doesn't fade with time. When people still greet me with folded hands or call me 'Krishna ji,' it reminds me of the impact a role can have beyond the screen. It's a gift, and I carry it with gratitude.' The actor further shared, 'That association is a blessing. Being remembered as Krishna is something I will always cherish. But I also feel grateful that audiences have allowed me to evolve. With every new character, I try to bring a different shade of myself. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo It's not about undoing the past; it's about expanding the canvas. I hope Raghav will connect with viewers in a completely different, more human way.' Talking about his new show, Sourabh said, 'Tu Dhadkan Main Dil is not your typical television drama. It's subtle, emotionally textured, and deeply human. At its heart, it's about a child wanting her parents to be together. She is yet to meet her father and, in the process, even loses her mother. What I love about the show is that it doesn't rely on high-octane drama to make a point. Instead, it draws you in through silences, unspoken emotions, and the quiet healing that love can bring. Viewers can expect many moments that will make you pause, reflect, and feel.'
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah's Sonalika Joshi aka Madhavi recalls being called a ‘chain smoker'; clarifies, 'It was just for the…'
Actress Sonalika Joshi, best known for her role as Madhavi Bhide in the popular TV show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, recently gave an interview to Subhojit Ghosh, where she recalled how a photoshoot led to an unintentional assumption. She mentioned holding a cigarette for the photoshoot, and fans thought that she was a 'chain smoker'. Sonalika Joshi has been winning hearts for her role as Madhavi for 17 years now. The actress recently shared a funny incident that led to fans assuming that she was a chain smoker. She further clarified, revealing details about the incident and how it unfolded. The actress shared, 'I was just holding it and sitting like that. I wasn't even smoking. It was just for the style, for the pose. Then suddenly, so many things came out on YouTube—'I'm a chain smoker' and what not. I said, let them talk. My family is my most important, my greatest asset. If they know how I am, then what difference does it make what they print?' She further added, 'It was a proper photoshoot. The look was totally different. I wasn't casually smoking with a group or playing Sonalika doing that. If they don't understand that, let them talk,' she said. 'Maybe they're enjoying it. Maybe their YouTube is getting views. Either they get some sadistic pleasure, or they just want to be judgmental. Let them.' The show is currently winning hearts with its Bhootni track. Fans are enjoying every bit of it, and Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has consistently been at the top of the list. Actress Swati Sharma, who is playing the role of Chakori aka the 'Bhootni,' recently gave an exclusive interview to TOI TV, where she opened up about her experience while working on the show. She shared, 'It feels wonderful to be a part of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. The work environment is amazing, everyone is kind, and I'm learning a lot — so I'm genuinely happy. The show has been on air for 17 years and continues to be loved by generations of viewers. When I first got the offer, I was told that the role of Chakori was for just a few episodes. Even though it was a short appearance, I wanted to make it count. I believed that if I could leave a strong impression, people would want to see more of me. I gave it my best, and I'm proud of what I did.'
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive – Mahabharat's Sourabh Raaj Jain opens up about his bond with Shaheer Sheikh; says, 'Some bonds don't fade away'
Sourabh Raaj Jain is all set to make a comeback on the small screen with his new character Raghav in the TV show Tu Dhadkan Main Dil. The actor recently had an exclusive chat with TOI TV, where he opened up about his bond with Shaheer Sheikh . The two share a very close bond since their Mahabharat days, and Sourabh opened up about it. Sourabh opened up about his close bond with Mahabharat co-star Shaheer. He mentioned how, when you play an intense role like Shree Krishna and Arjuna (played by Shaheer Sheikh), the bond doesn't fade away. Sourabh shared, 'Yes, Shaheer and I have stayed in touch. He's someone I share a great comfort level with. When you go through a show as intense as Mahabharat together, the bond doesn't really fade. He did reach out, and it's always great to have that mutual encouragement. Even if we don't speak every day, the connection is strong and built on shared respect and memories.' He further spoke about his new show and expressed his excitement over the same. He said, 'Tu Dhadkan Main Dil is not your typical television drama. It's subtle, emotionally textured, and deeply human. At its heart, it's about a child wanting her parents to be together. She is yet to meet her father and, in the process, even loses her mother. What I love about the show is that it doesn't rely on high-octane drama to make a point. Instead, it draws you in through silences, unspoken emotions, and the quiet healing that love can bring. Viewers can expect a lot of moments that will make you pause, reflect, and feel.' Talking about his character, he said, 'Raghav is not your cliché rockstar. On the outside, he's charismatic, confident—a performer who owns the stage. But inside, he's emotionally disconnected, someone who has built walls around himself after personal loss. That duality is what drew me to the role.' He concluded by saying, 'Preparing for him wasn't just about learning a physicality or presence; it was about understanding the silence he lives with. I worked on how he carries himself—the stillness off-stage, the energy on-stage, and the contrast between the two. The most challenging part was portraying his emotional distance without making him seem cold. Raghav is someone who feels deeply but doesn't know how to express it anymore. Getting that balance right took a lot of inner work.'
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive – Viraj Kapoor on working with Ronit Roy in Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan; Says, 'I learnt a lot from him'
Viraj Kapoor, who plays the role of Nagarjuna in the show Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan, is impressing fans with his performance. In an exclusive chat with TOI TV, he shared his excitement about portraying the character, his bond with Ronit Roy , and much more. Viraj spoke about how he learnt a lot while working with 'a senior actor like Ronit Roy.' He also opened up about his new show, the character he's playing, and his overall experience. Viraj shared, 'In the very start, I don't know if I'd call it being 'nervous', but I was very conscious of everything I was doing because it was Mr. Ronit Roy. However, he himself made me very comfortable and spoke to me. I got comfortable right from the beginning, and when a big actor like Ronit Roy is there, you want to perform as well as you can. It was great working with him as he supported me a lot and I learnt from him.' While talking about his role in the show and what made him say 'yes' to it, he shared, 'When I got to know how powerful this character is and what kind of impact it has on the show every time, I decided to do it. In the 5th episode, fans get to know that he has killed his own brother. In the 10th episode, he wrongs his own dad. Later, he plans to kill Ronit Roy's character. So, there are a lot of things that this character offers. When I got to know about the character, I got very excited and decided to do it. ' Viraj further spoke about his experience playing negative roles. He said, 'I've done many negative roles, so I have never struggled with keeping distinctions. As an actor, it's important to know when to switch on and switch off from the role, which I've personally learnt from doing many negative roles. While shooting, you have to be all in for the character and simply switch on—otherwise, fans won't enjoy what they see. '
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive- Elvish Yadav reacts to being surrounded by controversies; says, 'My parents have faced a lot because of me'
Elvish Yadav is currently winning hearts with his time on Laughter Chefs Season 2. The reality show star, who is paired up with Karan Kundrra , is entertaining fans with every episode. However, he often makes headlines for his controversies. In an exclusive interview with TOI TV, he once opened up about his controversies and how they have affected him a lot. Elvish shared that he has been surrounded by controversies constantly and his parents have faced a lot because of that. He further mentioned how he regrets those days and wants to stay away from controversies. While talking about the same, he said, 'I don't think any parent would like that for their children. My parents were extremely sad when this happened, but I think this is what life is about. Sometimes things are good, and sometimes they are not. But now I am trying to stay away from any controversy.' He even spoke about his Laughter Chefs journey and how he travels all the way from Gurgaon to Mumbai. He said, 'It's very difficult to travel all the way for shoots, and my parents are done with me. They ask me to do whatever I want as long as I'm not sitting idle, doing nothing at home. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo When I'm doing nothing, I tend to irritate my family members, and hence I want to tell everyone to go outside and work.' Talking about his bond with the stars on the show, he mentioned, 'I've an amazing bond with everyone on the show. Vicky bhai, Ankita Lokhande, Rubina Dilaik, and everyone else is just amazing, and I enjoy a lot with them. I ask them to bring food for me from home, and they do. Fans love my bond with Rubina. I read about it on social media and feel good about it.'
