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New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
'I want to be someone who has a voice,' says actor Neha Dhupia in Bengaluru
You may know her from 2000s comedies like Chup Chupke or Singh is Kinng, from her time as a model representing India in the Miss Universe pageant, or perhaps more recently, playing Vidya Balan's boss in 2017 hit Tumhari Sulu or an unabashedly sexy librarian in Lust Stories. Add to that her much-loved stints as a gang leader on several seasons of Roadies and her podcast-cum-YouTube show No Filter Neha, it's no stretch to call Neha Dhupia a beloved household name. Visiting the city as the showstopper for Max Kids Festival, she reflected on this gradual shift in focus from model-actor to reality TV star and popular host, saying, 'It's not a transition; in 2025, any number of mediums that you can explore – whether it's a podcast, television, fiction or non-fiction, whether it's playing characters in films – you should. After being in the business for over two decades now, I have to put myself in a box and at the same time, be out of the box. I want to be someone who has a voice and exercises it when necessary.' This confident and outspoken demeanour is evident than ever in Dhupia's return to Roadies for its Roadies Double Cross season after three years. 'My biggest victory has been coming back to the show and get ting the amount of love that I makes me want to keep coming back,' she says, adding, 'I'm always fighting for what I want to try and at no point do I want to hurt or harm anybody. The intention is always to encourage people.'
India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
This film made lead actress an overnight star, earned Rs 82 crore, Aishwarya Rai, Rani Mukerji rejected film due to..., actress was..., film was...
This film made lead actress an overnight star, earned Rs 82 crore, Aishwarya Rai, Rani Mukerji rejected film due to..., actress was..., film was... Vidya Balan is indeed one of the finest actresses of Bollywood. With a glorious career spanning decades, she created a nice for herself in the entertainment industry with her impeccable talent and unconventional portrayals. But among all the superhit films Vidya Balan has starred in, one that made her an overnight sensation, is her role as Avni and Manjulika in Priyadarshan's widely acclaimed 2007 release Bhool Bhulaiyaa. Making her much-praise debut in Parineeta , Vidya impressed audiences with her flawless performance in Pradeep Sarkar's directorial. Two years following her debut, she starred in Bhool Bhulaiyaa opposite Akshay Kumar, Ameesha Patel, and Shiney Ahuja. The film is the remake of the 1993 Malayalam-language film Manichitrathazhu , and saw Vidya portraying a complex and challenging character. While today, it is hard to imagine any other actress stepping in to play the role of Manjulika or Avni, however, you will be surprised to know that Vidya Balan wasn't the first choice of director Priyadarshan for Bhool Bhulaiyaa. The role was first offered to Aishwarya Rai, but the actress rejected it as she wasn't sure to play a haunted character. Rani Mukerji, was too offered the role, but she didn't show much interest, and eventually the role went to Vidya Balan, whose effortless performance made her earn widespread recognition. Released on October 12, 2007, Bhool Bhulaiyaa was a critical as well as a commercial success. Made in a reported budget of Rs 32 crore, the film earned over Rs 82 crore worldwide. The horror comedy drama also starred Paresh Rawal, Manoj Joshi, and Rajpal Yadav in key roles.
Business Standard
23-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Federal Bank Anchors the Savings Narrative with 'Savings Ki Vidya' Campaign
BusinessWire India Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 23: Federal Bank, a leading private sector Bank, launches its latest integrated marketing campaign titled, Savings Ki Vidya, to prime up its deposit books. The new campaign 'Savings ki Vidya', featuring acclaimed actress and brand ambassador Vidya Balan in a refreshing new role, carves out a Category space in the Consumer's mind by setting up a refreshing narrative for savings aka deposit mobilization. The campaign elevates the Rishta Aap Se Hai, Sirf App Se NahiR storyline, reinforcing that when it comes to smart saving, great service and meaningful relationships create lasting value. It captures slice-of-life moments, where "it skips our mind," and someone who loves us nudges us to save smart in each of those moments. The campaign stars the versatile Vidya Balan, who brings her signature authenticity, charm and wit to guide her friends toward smart saving choices. The humour in the campaign cuts across demographics and geographies. The unambiguous takeaway is, all good things begin with savings, the inception of which is in a "Rishta" with Federal Bank. "Savings Ki Vidya, shifts the narrative to long-term relationships with Federal Bank, which is known for its great service. Opening a savings account with us is the beginning of all things you may want to do thereafter. The campaign steps aside from tactical conversations around product features or interest rates and owns the "act of saving". This allows for an origami kind of a model, where at different points in time, sprint runs of specific aspects of savings/current account or card features or interest rates for specific segments can be amped up. You simply can't miss "The Vidya" for a moment in this warm, witty, and winning narrative. The campaign is a tributary to Federal Bank's core essence, 'Rishta Aap Se Hai, Sirf App Se NahiR' , and reflects on the strength of the Bank's team and their ability to deliver service excellence - that's the calling card to opening accounts with the Bank. Ms. Vidya Balan, our brand ambassador, made it easy to occupy the space of conscious decision making, through referential "knowledge". In many ways, she is alluding to her own experience of the brand, which began when she became a customer first and the many interactions with our team thereafter over the past few months. The authenticity of emotions and experiences Vidya has felt is seen in the happy storytelling. Savings ki Vidya is a multi-bit handle and various accessories can be locked basis the need of the quarter for building the deposits narrative and shoring up business," said M V S Murthy, Chief Marketing Officer from Federal Bank. "Federal Bank is maxing the potential of working with me as their ambassador. The witty word play around my name is almost serendipitous, given that knowledge helps us make smart choices that lead to prosperity, and it's the everyday moments that make this campaign relatable. A simple storyline that reinforces that those who care about us look out for us. I've experienced the Federal Bank ethos of Human at the Core and Digital to the Fore firsthand when I opened an account with them, which showed me that they mean it when they say, Rishta Aap Se Hai, Sirf App Se NahiR," said Vidya Balan, Bank's Brand Ambassador. The films are supported by an original music score, specially curated to reflect the campaign's tone -- playful, modern, and rooted in everyday life. 'Savings ki Vidya' is a 360-degree campaign, with visibility across TV (TVC), Digital and social media, Outdoor (OOH), Print advertisements, Branch-level activation and branded merchandise. Additionally, the films will be dubbed into multiple languages to ensure wider reach and resonance with diverse audiences. The media plan promises to create a significant buzz across platforms. The link to the video ad: Savings Ki Vidya - Efforts Aur Paise Donno Bachao - Savings Ki Vidya Koi Tujhse Seekhe -
Economic Times
23-05-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Savings Ki Vidya' campaign by Federal Bank: A fresh approach to savings
Federal Bank, a leading private sector bank, launches its latest integrated marketing campaign titled Savings Ki Vidya, featuring acclaimed actress and brand ambassador Vidya Balan. Designed to prime up its deposit books, the new campaign Savings ki Vidya, gives a fresh spin to this category by setting up a refreshing narrative for savings or deposit mobilisation. The campaign elevates the ' Rishta Aap Se Hai, Sirf App Se Nahi' R storyline, reinforcing that when it comes to smart saving, great service, and meaningful relationships create lasting value. It captures slice-of-life moments, where 'it skips our mind', and someone who loves us nudges us to save smart in each of those moments. The campaign stars the versatile Vidya Balan, who brings her signature authenticity, charm, and wit to guide her friends towards smart saving choices. The humour in the campaign cuts across demographics and geographies. The unambiguous takeaway is, all good things begin with savings, the inception of which is in a ' rishta' with Federal Bank. Savings Ki Vidya, shifts the narrative to long-term relationships with Federal Bank. Opening a savings account with the Federal Bank is only the beginning. The campaign steps aside from tactical conversations around product features or interest rates and owns the act of saving. This allows for an origami kind of a model, where at different points in time, sprint runs of specific aspects of savings/current account or card features or interest rates for specific segments can be amped up. The campaign is a tribute to Federal Bank's core essence, ' Rishta Aap Se Hai Sirf App Se Nahi' , and reflects on the strength of the bank's team and their ability to deliver service excellence – that's the calling card to opening accounts with the bank. According to the bank's spokesperson, Balan, the brand ambassador, made it easy to occupy the space of conscious decision making, through referential 'knowledge'. In many ways, she alludes to her own experience of the brand, which began when she became a customer first and the many interactions with the team thereafter over the past few months. The authenticity of emotions and experiences Balan has felt is seen in the happy storytelling. 'Savings ki Vidya is a multi-bit handle and various accessories can be locked basis the need of the quarter for building the deposits narrative and shoring up business,' said M V S Murthy, Chief Marketing Officer from Federal Bank. 'Federal Bank is maxing the potential of working with me as their ambassador. The witty word play around my name is almost serendipitous, given that knowledge helps us make smart choices that lead to prosperity, and it's the everyday moments that make this campaign relatable. A simple storyline that reinforces that those who care about us look out for us. I've experienced the Federal Bank ethos of 'Human at the Core and Digital to the Fore' firsthand when I opened an account with them, which showed me that they mean it when they say, Rishta Aap Se Hai, Sirf App Ae Nahi,' said Vidya Balan, Bank's Brand films are supported by an original music score, specially curated to reflect the campaign's tone — playful, modern, and rooted in everyday ki Vidya is a 360-degree campaign, with visibility across TV (TVC), digital and social media, Outdoor (OOH), Print advertisements, branch-level activation, and branded merchandise. Additionally, the films will be dubbed into multiple languages to ensure wider reach and resonance with diverse audiences. The link to the video ad: Savings Ki Vidya - Efforts Aur Paise Donno Bachao - Savings Ki Vidya Koi Tujhse Seekhe - Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in the story are independent professional judgment of the experts and we do not take any responsibility for the accuracy of their views. The brand is solely liable for the correctness, reliability of the content and/or compliance of applicable laws. The above is non-editorial content and TIL does not guarantee, vouch or endorse any of it. Please take all steps necessary to ascertain that any inform
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Savings Ki Vidya' campaign by Federal Bank: A fresh approach to savings
Federal Bank, a leading private sector bank, launches its latest integrated marketing campaign titled Savings Ki Vidya , featuring acclaimed actress and brand ambassador Vidya Balan. Designed to prime up its deposit books, the new campaign Savings ki Vidya, gives a fresh spin to this category by setting up a refreshing narrative for savings or deposit mobilisation. The campaign elevates the ' Rishta Aap Se Hai, Sirf App Se Nahi' R storyline, reinforcing that when it comes to smart saving, great service, and meaningful relationships create lasting value. It captures slice-of-life moments, where 'it skips our mind', and someone who loves us nudges us to save smart in each of those moments. The campaign stars the versatile Vidya Balan, who brings her signature authenticity, charm, and wit to guide her friends towards smart saving choices. The humour in the campaign cuts across demographics and geographies. The unambiguous takeaway is, all good things begin with savings, the inception of which is in a ' rishta' with Federal Bank. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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Opening a savings account with the Federal Bank is only the beginning. The campaign steps aside from tactical conversations around product features or interest rates and owns the act of saving. This allows for an origami kind of a model, where at different points in time, sprint runs of specific aspects of savings/current account or card features or interest rates for specific segments can be amped up. The campaign is a tribute to Federal Bank's core essence, ' Rishta Aap Se Hai Sirf App Se Nahi' , and reflects on the strength of the bank's team and their ability to deliver service excellence – that's the calling card to opening accounts with the bank. According to the bank's spokesperson, Balan, the brand ambassador, made it easy to occupy the space of conscious decision making, through referential 'knowledge'. In many ways, she alludes to her own experience of the brand, which began when she became a customer first and the many interactions with the team thereafter over the past few months. The authenticity of emotions and experiences Balan has felt is seen in the happy storytelling. Live Events 'Savings ki Vidya is a multi-bit handle and various accessories can be locked basis the need of the quarter for building the deposits narrative and shoring up business,' said M V S Murthy, Chief Marketing Officer from Federal Bank. 'Federal Bank is maxing the potential of working with me as their ambassador. The witty word play around my name is almost serendipitous, given that knowledge helps us make smart choices that lead to prosperity, and it's the everyday moments that make this campaign relatable. A simple storyline that reinforces that those who care about us look out for us. I've experienced the Federal Bank ethos of 'Human at the Core and Digital to the Fore' firsthand when I opened an account with them, which showed me that they mean it when they say, Rishta Aap Se Hai, Sirf App Ae Nahi,' said Vidya Balan, Bank's Brand Ambassador. The films are supported by an original music score, specially curated to reflect the campaign's tone — playful, modern, and rooted in everyday life. Savings ki Vidya is a 360-degree campaign, with visibility across TV (TVC), digital and social media, Outdoor (OOH), Print advertisements, branch-level activation, and branded merchandise. Additionally, the films will be dubbed into multiple languages to ensure wider reach and resonance with diverse audiences. The link to the video ad: Savings Ki Vidya - Efforts Aur Paise Donno Bachao - Savings Ki Vidya Koi Tujhse Seekhe -
