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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Chaava and Jaat actor Viineet Kumar Singh: Lucknow has been important for my career
Actor Viineet Kumar Singh has shot extensively in Lucknow and his home state Uttar Pradesh. Last seen in Chhaava and Jaat, the actor has a strong connection with the state capital. 'While Varanasi is my janmabhoomi and Mumbai is my karmabhoomi, Lucknow, too, has a been really important for my upbringing. 'My first memory of moving out of Varanasi was coming to Lucknow. I came here as a mini (under 12) to play basketball at the KD Singh Babu Stadium. Big cars, tall buildings, big showrooms were all novelty for me. Then, there used to be Nixon Market near the stadium, which sold foreign goods at economical prices, where I shopped. So, whenever I get time during shoots, I go to the stadium for a while, take a stroll in the erstwhile basketball court and relive my memories. Bachpan se hi lagaav raha hai Lucknow se,' he says. The actor recalls, 'Later, I came here for a 21-day camp. I remember buying a purse for mummy, a T-shirt for papa and things related to sports for my brother and sisters. I spent all my money buying gifts for them. These are very fond and strong memories.' 'Rangbaaz (2022), my most successful OTT show so far, was shot entirely in Lucknow and Sitapur. Besides Bareilly and Varanasi, a portion of Mukkabaaz (2018) was also shot here. I extensively shot for Sudhir Mishra's DaasDev (2018) here, Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl (2020), and Match Fixing, which released earlier this year,' he says. Viineet adds, 'If we move bit further, Gangs of Wasseypur was 90% shot in Varanasi. My next with Anurag (Kashyap, director) sir Nishanchi has been extensively shot here in two schedules (the movie is in two parts). Lucknow is a very shoot-friendly place. Since I am also a writer, I make sure that all my stories have my state in some way or another. Kaafi yogdaan raha hai iss shehar ka meri journey mein.'
India Today
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Chhaava actor Viineet Kumar Singh to welcome first child with wife Ruchira
Actor couple Viineet Kumar Singh and Ruchira Singh are all set to embrace parenthood as they await the arrival of their first child. Viineet, who recently gained widespread recognition for his performances in 'Chhaava', 'Jaat', and 'Superboys of Malegaon', shared the exciting news in an interview with Hindustan Times. The couple tied the knot in November about this new chapter, Viineet said, 'This phase is incredibly special for both of us. We're overjoyed and can't wait to welcome our baby. Everything feels new, and I want to be present for every moment.'advertisementRuchira, who joined him for the interview, added with a smile, 'I'm so happy! There's so much happening, and my emotions are all over the place!' The couple shared how pregnancy has been keeping them on their toes. 'I'm a workaholic, so I'm glad to be busy during this phase of my life,' said chimed in, 'I try my best to take care of Ruchira. I wrap up work as quickly as I can and rush home.' He further shared, 'I've figured out my schedule, so I can accompany her for doctor's visits. I'm planning to take paternity leave once the baby arrives in July.'Professionally, 2025 has turned out to be a fantastic year for Viineet. Crediting his streak of success to his 'baby's luck,' the actor is thrilled with his back-to-back releases - 'Match Fixing', 'Chhaava', 'Superboys of Malegaon', and most recently, 'Jaat'.
