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Hindustan Times
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Gautami Kapoor says she wanted to gift sex toy to daughter Sia on her 16th birthday: ‘Why not experiment?'
For many parents, the idea of having an intimacy talk with their children can be awkward or challenging sometimes. However, in an interview with Hauterrfly, actor Gautami Kapoor revealed how she discussed the topic openly with her daughter and even wanted to gift her a sex toy when she turned 16. (Also Read: Gautami Kapoor recalls being terrified when a man molested her on bus: 'I was in my school uniform') Gautami revealed her daughter's reaction when she asked her daughter if she should gift her a sex toy on her sixteenth birthday. She said, "When my daughter turned 16, I was thinking about gifting her a sex toy or a vibrator. When I discussed with her, and she responded, 'Mom, have you lost it?' I told her to think about how many mothers would come and ask their daughters why don't I give you such gifts? Why not experiment?" She further explained the reason behind it and said, 'What my mom didn't do with me, I want to do with my daughter. I want her to experience everything. A lot of women go through life without experiencing the pleasures of it. Why be in that situation? Today, my daughter is 19 and appreciates the fact that I had that thought and respects me for that.' Gautami met her husband-actor Ram Kapoor on the sets of the television show Ghar Ek Mandir. After dating for two years, the couple tied the knot in 2003 and are now parents to two children, Sia and Aks Kapoor. They are often seen sharing pictures together on social media from their vacations. Gautami was last seen in the web series Gyaarah Gyaarah, which was released in 2024. The fantasy thriller, which also features Kritika Kamra, Raghav Juyal, Dhairya Karwa and Aakash Dixit, is an adaptation of the popular Korean drama Signal. The series is available to watch on ZEE5.
Indian Express
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Nushrratt Bharuccha was uncomfortable wearing a bikini in Pyaar Ka Punchnama, says took a solo trip abroad to be able to own it: ‘You can't even go to Juhu beach…'
Nushrratt Bharuccha, who rose to fame with her 2011 film Pyaar Ka Punchnama starring Kartik Aaryan, recently opened up about finding the confidence to wear a bikini in it — which costed her a solo trip abroad to break her inhibitions. 'My biggest problem was…I even discussed with the director (Luv Ranjan)… that I won't be comfortable with it. Even if I wear it, I won't be able to be myself. So, how can I be confident in the shot? Internally, I had to become okay with this. I have not owned it yet and need to be able to experience and own it to do it. So, I took a solo trip abroad. Because in India, you can't wear a bikini and roam around. Let's be realistic. You can't even go to Juhu beach in a bikini,' Bharuccha told Hauterrfly. She recalled wearing a bikini for three days straight, and by the second day, she was so comfortable that she almost forgot she was wearing one. 'So, I went abroad and I was wearing a bikini for three days straight. Subah, shaam, raat. (Morning, evening, night). And I did it consciously because I wanted to break my inhibitions, my taboo, whatever it is … consciousness of it by saying I am roaming in a bikini. I am telling you…it is so liberating…I cannot tell you. By the second day, I forgot I was in a bikini. It had just become normal. I literally purposely wore from morning to night. Just to get over the fixation that I have about it,' Bharuccha, 39, added. What does it take to break your inhibitions, and how do safe spaces help? Nushrratt Bharuccha on wearing a bikini (Photo: Nushrratt Bharuccha/Instagram) Very often, we see that the choice of clothing is unfairly attributed to one's values and morals, especially for women, and particularly in many conservative cultures. This association inhibits true expression and body acceptance, noted Subhash HJ, counsellor and mental health educator, Vasavi Hospitals, Bengaluru. 'While many young people attempt to break through this conditioning, the absence of a safe space often becomes a major barrier to gaining first-hand experience of comfort in their own body and clothing choices,' said Subhash. View this post on Instagram A post shared by HAUTERRFLY | A Fork Media Group Co. (@hauterrfly) But this courage to try and the importance of a safe space extends beyond clothing. 'It applies to any experiment or self-expression one wants to attempt. In adulthood, especially after decades of inhibition, acknowledging what one wants to experience and identifying a safe space becomes crucial to learning or unlearning anything. In this context, her move was extremely mindful; she identified her discomfort, created her safe space, and prepared herself before presenting on a big screen,' explained Subhash. According to the expert, societal judgment and internalised inhibitions often block emotional freedom, and finding a safe space beyond these limits isn't a luxury; it's a psychological need. 'Whether it's wearing what you want, switching careers, or expressing deep emotions, having a non-judgmental space can make all the difference in reclaiming your control over your life,' said Subhash.
Indian Express
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Before Pyaar Ka Punchnama bikini scene, Nushrratt Bharuccha went on a solo foreign trip so she could wear swimwear ‘day and night': ‘Kabhi pehna nahi tha'
Actor Nushrratt Bharuccha has often opened up about being judged and trolled for her personal choices – visiting temples, outfits, etc. In a recent interview with Hauterrfly, the actor recalled the time when she had to wear a bikini in Luv Ranjan's Pyaar Ka Punchnama, alongside Kartik Aaryan. Opening up about it during a candid conversation, Nushrratt revealed that she went on an international solo trip and wore a bikini for three straight days to get accustomed with the idea of it. When asked about gaining the courage to wear a bikini for the film, she shared, 'I never learned how to act, so whatever I do in real life or how my experience has been, it is easier to do that on screen. However, bikini maine kabhi pehna nahi tha (I never wore a bikini in my life).' The actor expressed her concern to the director Luv Ranjan. 'So, I was telling Luv sir that my biggest problem is that even if I wear it, I won't be able to feel comfortable in it. How will I contribute to your shot? I have to feel okay doing it internally, I haven't owned it yet. I need to be able to experience and own it to do it.' ALSO READ | Nushrratt Bharuccha reveals she would rather work with Ranbir Kapoor than Kartik Aaryan: 'I love his skill and craft' Nushrratt came to a solution by going on an international holiday alone. 'Maine ek solo trip maar li abroad (I went on an international solo trip). Because, you can't really wear a bikini and roam around in India, let's be realistic. I wore bikinis for three days, from morning till night. In the hotel, swimming pool, beach, everywhere. I would do an overthrow and go in a bikini everywhere.' She further added, 'I did it consciously because I wanted to break my own mind, tabboo, or consciousness of it, by saying that I am roaming in a bikini. It is so liberating. In the middle of the second day, I had forgotten that I was in a bikini, it just felt normal. Haan main yahi toh pehenke ghoom rahi hu, isme kya hai? I wanted to get over the fixation I have about it.' On the work front, Nushrratt Bharuccha was last seen in Amazon Prime Video's horror thriller film Chhorii 2, alongside Soha Ali Khan.
Time of India
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Malavika Mohanan exposes double standards in the film industry, questions "When will this bias end?"
Malavika Mohanan , who made her debut with the Malayalam film ' Pattam Pole ', has steadily captured the hearts of Tamil audiences with her performances in popular films like 'Petta', 'Master', and 'Thangalaan'. Currently, she is busy shooting for ' Sardar 2', a sequel that has already created a lot of buzz. Known for her bold opinions and candid interviews, Malavika recently opened up about a pressing issue she has observed in the film industry, the deep-rooted gender bias. Actors wearing a 'Mask' of respectfulness, says Malavika Mohanan In a recent interview with Hauterrfly , Malavika Mohanan pointed out how some actors in the industry project a false image of being respectful towards women. "There are a few actors who put on a facade, wearing a 'mask' at the right time to earn a good reputation," she said. She revealed that over the past five years, she has come across many such individuals who cleverly maintain this dual image, acting differently when the cameras are off. Malavika shares her eye-opening experiences over five years by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like There are holes in her heart! Please help my daughter! Donate For Health Donate Now Undo Malavika Mohanan elaborated that these actors know exactly when to speak and behave in a way that earns them public approval, especially concerning women's issues. However, their true nature often emerges when they are away from the spotlight. She shared her disappointment at witnessing this hypocrisy firsthand, noting how vastly some personalities change once the cameras stop rolling. Malavika calls for an end to deep-rooted gender discrimination Questioning the need for such pretenses, Malavika Mohanan strongly criticized the lingering disparity between how men and women are treated in the industry. "This mindset of seeing men one way and women another has deeply rooted itself in cinema," she said. Expressing her frustration, she wondered aloud when this discriminatory attitude would finally end. Her brave comments have once again highlighted the ongoing need for real change behind the glamour of the silver screen.
Indian Express
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Neelam Kothari recalls she had ‘hardcore competition' with Govinda: ‘He spoke to me in Hindi, I spoke English'
Before disappearing from the big screen, Bollywood actor Neelam Kothari starred in various hit films in the 1980s and 1990s. Her association with then-superstar Govinda spanned across 14 films. In a recent interaction, she spoke about working with the Hero No 1 actor and how the two would compete to perfect their dance steps. Speaking to Femme Forward, Neelam said, 'He was a fantastic dancer and we had a lot of hit songs. Sometimes when I go for events and interviews, they play some of my old songs and I am like 'Oh my god… I had so many hit songs with Govinda '. With Govinda, the thing was that I wanted to do my steps much better than him. So it was like hardcore competition. We had great songs and we wanted our dance moves to be perfect. We worked hard on those songs.' Neelam shared that she and Govinda still share the same dynamic, despite not working together for years. 'He used to speak to me in Hindi and I spoke to him in English and it is like that till today. We we met on Indian Idol recently, it was the same dynamic, he spoke in Hindi and I spoke in English, some things don't change.' Govinda and Neelam starred in so many films that rumours of their link up were also talk of the town. However, in an earlier interview Hauterrfly, Neelam rubbished such claims and said, 'I think link ups was part of the whole game. There was no one to clarify. They just printed whatever they felt like and to be honest, I feel like in those days we were scared of the press. Because it was the power of the pen and it was just part of it. If you did more than 2-3 films, it was just understood that… (you two must be dating).' Neelam and Govinda starred in hit films like Love 86 (1986), Ilzaam (1986), Sindoor (1987), Khudgarz (1987), Hatya (1988), Farz Ki Jung (1989), Billoo Badshah (1989), Taaqatwar (1989), and Do Qaidi (1989). Neelam's last film was Kasam in 2001, and she made a comeback with Karan Johar -backed reality show Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives in 2020. The third season of the show released in 2024.
