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Indian Express
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Mumbai Confidential: Shinde vs Thackeray
BJP may hate the Thackerays in public, but positions aren't permanent in politics and differ according to region. In Navi Mumbai, where Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde is on a spree to induct Thackeray's workers into Shiv Sena, BJP minister, Shinde's arch rival and local heavyweight Ganesh Naik openly said that he has no ills about Thackerays and even Thackerays have no sour feelings about him. As the local BJP unit cannot afford to let Shinde become too powerful and Thackerays are desperately searching for a support, is a hidden tie-up on the cards? Will it be repeated elsewhere? Let's wait for local body polls. New Appointments With the appointment of Mumbai Police Commissioner, the city is likely to see new joint commissioners as well soon. Hectic lobbying has begun for the much sought after posts that are likely to be announced in the coming week. While some officers are hoping for extensions or to be accommodated in the city itself, those on the sidelines are hoping for their turn in the sun. The CM has, however, kept the cards close to his chest that has led to only informed guesses by those in the reckoning. Largest Cinema Screen An announcement at the Waves 2025 Summit came as a pleasant surprise — the plan by renowned film producers Abhishek Aggarwal and Vikram Reddy to build the world's largest cinema screen in Nagpur. The second capital of Maharashtra was chosen as it is strategically located at the heart of India. It also happens to be the home town of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis who himself is a movie buff and has admitted that he catches up on movies on his 'small screen (iPhone)' while travelling.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WAVES 2025: Chiranjeevi says he drew inspiration from Amitabh Bachchan, Mithun Chakraborty while starting out
Mumbai is currently witnessing a powerful gathering of India's biggest cinema stars at the Waves 2025 Summit, a grand event to celebrate the spirit and future of Indian entertainment. Held at the Jio World Centre, the summit began with a panel discussion moderated by Bollywood legend Akshay Kumar . The session brought together superstars Chiranjeevi, Mohanlal, Mithun Chakraborty , Hema Malini , and Rajinikanth, each sharing personal stories and insights about their journeys and the film industry. During the session, Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi opened up about his early struggles and inspirations, sharing how, in his early days, his biggest inspiration was megastar Amitabh Bachchan , particularly for his stunts and honest acting. He also mentioned Mithun Chakraborty's dance performances, which taught him that even an "average-looking" person could shine on screen with talent. "Slowly, my inclination towards acting developed. That's when I went to Chennai, and right from the beginning, so many legends were already there. More than half a dozen superstars were already present. What extra could I contribute? My aim was to hit the bullseye," he said. "In 1977, I was a student at the Film Institute, and I saw Mithun Da, and the performance for which he won a National Award. I took inspiration from him to not wear makeup and look like an average boy. From Sholay, I learned to do all my stunts myself. I took inspiration from the great Amitabh Bachchan. For dancing, I took inspiration from Kamal, my senior. I molded myself," the actor said during the session. The Waves 2025 Summit was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi , who declared the event a historic milestone in India's cultural and creative journey. The four-day event, which began on May 1, will run till May 4.
NDTV
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
WAVES Summit 2025: Video Of Sreeleela With Rumoured Boyfriend Kartik Aaryan's Mother Goes Viral
New Delhi: Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela will be seen together in an upcoming untitled film, directed by Anurag Basu. In addition to sharing a professional relationship, the duo is rumoured to be romantically involved with each other. On Thursday, Sreeleela attended the inauguration day of the Waves Summit 2025 in Mumbai. Interestingly, the actress was spotted alongside Kartik Aaryan's mother, Mala Tiwari. The two were captured standing together in a video shared by a paparazzo handle on Instagram. While Sreeleela looked ethereal in a cream-toned traditional outfit, Mala Tiwari wore a bright pink and orange saree. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Snehkumar Zala (@snehzala) Earlier, Kartik Aaryan's mother's statement about her future daughter-in-law's expectations raised a lot of eyebrows at IIFA 2025. When asked what qualities she is looking for in Kartik's future wife, Mala Tiwari revealed that she wants her daughter-in-law to be a doctor. In a viral video, Kartik's mother said, 'The family's demand is a very good doctor." The Internet took this as a hint towards the actor's speculated lady love. For those who do not know, Sreeleela is also studying to become a doctor. Some time back, a video of Sreeleela having fun at Kartik Aaryan's family celebration also went viral on social media. The clip showed her dancing with other guests during a house party. According to the reports, Kartik and his family hosted a celebration for his sister, Dr Kritika Tiwari as she achieved another milestone in her medical career. On the work front, Sreeleela and Kartik Aaryan's upcoming untitled film is being shot across picturesque locations in Gangtok and Darjeeling. The film, produced by Bhushan Kumar under the T-Series banner, is reportedly targeting a Diwali release. Meanwhile, the Waves 2025 Summit was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday morning. According to the Waves website, the event serves as "a key forum for promoting discussions, collaboration, and innovation in the media and entertainment industry" and aims to "bring together industry leaders, stakeholders and innovators to discuss prospects, challenges, promote trade to India, and influence the sector's future."
Hans India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Chiranjeevi shares how he drew inspiration from Amitabh Bachchan and Mithun Chakraborty
Mumbai: At the Waves 2025 event, legendary actor Chiranjeevi revealed how two iconic figures of Indian cinema, Amitabh Bachchan and Mithun Chakraborty, profoundly influenced his career. Reflecting on the 70s era, Chiranjeevi shared that he drew immense inspiration from their unique styles and contributions, shaping his own journey in the film industry. Looking back on his early career, the 'Khaidi' actor opened up about the self-doubt he faced when entering the film industry, surrounded by seasoned veterans. He reminisced about how his love for performing started in his childhood, when he would entertain family and friends with dance—an innocent yet powerful expression that hinted at his true calling. Chiranjeevi shared, 'I started sourcing inspiration from my contemporary people. Now Mithun Chakraborty dada is here. In 1977, I was a student in a film institute. I have seen that Mrigayaa and he won the National Award for his acting in it. It is so natural and he did a fantastic job. There were artists that time putting a lot of makeup. I thought to myself that I should not put makeup. I should look very much natural. People should feel I'm next-door boy. That kind of image I should bring. So, I drew inspiration from Mithun Chakravarty that time. I also took inspiration from the great Amitabh Bachchan. For dancing, I took inspiration from Kamal, my senior. I molded myself." Akshay Kumar took the stage as the host of a groundbreaking panel at the inaugural Waves 2025 Summit, uniting some of the most revered stars of Indian cinema—Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, Chiranjeevi, Mithun Chakraborty, and Hema Malini. Held at Mumbai's Jio World Centre on the first day of the four-day event, the discussion provided an exclusive look into the careers and experiences of these legendary figures. During the engaging exchange, Akshay also asked Chiranjeevi a thought-provoking question: 'At what point in your early career did you realize you were not just an actor but someone who would inspire millions of aspiring artists?' Chiranjeevi recalled how his passion for performing sparked in childhood. He shared that his earliest performances were informal dances and entertainment among friends and family. Encouraged by those around him, he began to recognize his talent and interest, particularly in dance. 'Right from the beginning, right from my childhood, my passion towards acting, and then to start with, I used to dance and entertain in and around my friends, my family friends. That time I was very, very small. And with their encouragement, I thought, yes, some talent was there in me, that is, the dancing. And then slowly my inclination towards acting has developed. I want to finally take acting as my career. So that's how I went to Chennai, then Madras,' mentioned Chiranjeevi. WAVES 2025 is set to bring together influential global leaders from the entertainment industry. At the launch on May 1, Alia Bhatt, along with her husband, Ranbir Kapoor, Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Deepika Padukone, Hema Malini, Mithun Chakraborty, Rajnikanth, and several other prominent film personalities, gathered at Mumbai's Jio World Convention Centre.
NDTV
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
WAVES Summit 2025: Chiranjeevi On His Acting Journey - "Took Inspiration From Amitabh Bachchan, Mithun Chakraborty"
New Delhi: The inaugural Waves 2025 Summit featured a panel discussion moderated by Akshay Kumar with legendary Indian cinema stars Mohanlal, Chiranjeevi, Mithun Chakraborty, Hema Malini and Rajinikanth. The session, titled Legends & Legacies: The Stories That Shaped India's Soul, took place at Mumbai's Jio World Centre on the first day of the four-day event. Telugu star Chiranjeevi shared his journey into acting, beginning with entertaining family and friends through dance as a child. "Slowly my inclination towards acting developed, that's when I went to Chennai, and right from the beginning, so many legends were already there. More than half-a-dozen superstars were already there. What is that extra that I could contribute? My aim was to hit the bullseye." Chiranjeevi revealed his inspirations from across Indian cinema. "In 1977, I was a student at the Film Institute, and I saw Mithun da, and the performance he won a National Award. I took inspiration from him, to not wear makeup and look like average boy. From Sholay, I learned to do all my stunts myself. I took inspiration from the great Amitabh Bachchan. For dancing, I took inspiration from Kamal, my senior. I moulded myself." When Akshay Kumar asked Mohanlal about the distinctive nature of Malayalam cinema, the actor explained, "There's a thin line between art-house and commercial success, but it's closely linked. Malayalam industry has always been like this. Even our art films have got entertainment value. Even entertainers have art. I've had the opportunity to work with great directors... New directors are making only art." The Waves 2025 Summit was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday morning. According to the Waves website, the event serves as "a key forum for promoting discussions, collaboration, and innovation in the media and entertainment industry" and aims to "bring together industry leaders, stakeholders and innovators to discuss prospects, challenges, promote trade to India, and influence the sector's future." NDTV is at the inaugural edition of the Waves Summit, currently on at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai. The event brings together the who's who of showbiz, creators, and everyone who's anyone in the world of entertainment in India and beyond. Catch all updates on from May 1 to May 4.
