Mallika Mehzabeen – Latest News, Breaking News, LIVE News, Top News Headlines, Viral Video, Cricket LIVE, Sports, Entertainment, Business, Health, Lifestyle and Utility News | India.Com https://www.india.com Fri, 09 May 2025 10:58:04 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.9.3 Meet Amitabh Bachchan’s sister-in-law, was once Big B’s close friend, never acted in movies, works as…, has her own…, name is… https://www.india.com/entertainment/meet-amitabh-bachchans-sister-in-law-was-once-big-bs-close-friend-never-acted-in-movies-works-as-has-her-own-name-is-7809882/ Fri, 09 May 2025 10:58:04 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7809882 Amitabh Bachchan is one of the biggest stars in Bollywood. The legendary actor has given hit films and has made a name for himself. However, when it comes to his brother Ajitabh Bachchan, he is poles apart from Big B. Ajitabh is a business tycoon and never had an interest in acting. Similarly, his wife and Amitabh Bachchan’s sister-in-law Ramola Bachchan is not an actor but a businesswoman. Do you know that even before Ramola got married to Ajitabh, she was a close friend of Amitabh Bachchan?

Yes, you read that right! In fact, Amitabh has played a key role in making Ramola and Ajitabh meet. Amitabh and Ramola used to be close friends and the duo often met at home. Eventually, Ramola met Ajitabh and the two became good friends. Later, they fell in love and got married.

Recently, in an interview, Ramola opened up about her and Amitabh’s friendship. She said she met Amitabh when he was working in Kolkata and was not an actor. Ramola said, “We moved in the same circle and were very good friends. It was through him that I met Ajitabh.” She further added, “It was pure friendship. This was in the 1960s, before he had thought of joining the films. I think he had a secret yearning for films, but it was not prominent then.”

Ramola even praised Amitabh and called him a ‘family man.’ She continued and said that Big B’s commitment towards his family is extremely important. She said, “He is very good at remembering special family occasions. In spite of his very busy life, he never fails to remember family occasions. He calls us and wishes us from wherever he is.”

She added, “Our children get on with him very well. They know and respect him as their uncle, but they also have a very informal relationship with him. He has the capacity of coming down to their level, chatting with them, having fun with them.”

Ramola Bachchan has her own event management company named Ramola Bachchan Concepts, and a fashion label called First Resort. Additionally, she has worked as a fashion designer for films like Don.

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Boney Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, or Sanjay Kapoor, who is richest among the three Kapoor brothers? Know how much money they own https://www.india.com/entertainment/boney-kapoor-anil-kapoor-or-sanjay-kapoor-who-is-richest-among-the-three-kapoor-brothers-know-how-much-money-they-own-7809674/ Fri, 09 May 2025 08:44:55 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7809674 The Kapoor brothers, including Boney Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, and Sanjay Kapoor, are some of the famous figures in Bollywood. While Sanjay and Anil have predominantly worked in Bollywood as actors, Boney has always had an inclination towards producing. Although all three of these brothers are rich, do you know which one of them is the richest? If not, then keep on scrolling to read about it.

Boney Kapoor

Boney Kapoor is a well-known producer in the Bollywood industry. His first film as a producer was Hum Paanch. The movie was a commercial hit. Over the years, he has produced several blockbuster movies. Later in 2023, Boney Kapoor made his acting debut in the Ranbir Kapoor, Shraddha Kapoor-starrer Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar. In his 45-year career, he has not only earned fame but also a lot of wealth. According to a report by Lifestyle Asia, Boney Kapoor has assets worth Rs 150 crore. Along with this, he also owns many luxury cars and is fond of very expensive watches.

Anil Kapoor

Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor is an iconic figure in the B-town industry. He has been a part of several hit films such as Mr. India, Beta, Lamhe, Virasat, Taal, Nayak: The Real Hero, Welcome, Race, and Slumdog Millionaire. Anil Kapoor has been active in the industry for the last four decades. He is an actor as well as a producer. According to media reports, Anil Kapoor owns assets worth Rs 134 crore. However, in terms of wealth, Anil is behind his brother.

Sanjay Kapoor

Among these three, Sanjay is the least popular. He made his debut with the film Prem (1995). His second film, Raja, also released in 1995, was a hit and became his breakthrough. The movie also featured Madhuri Dixit. According to media reports, Sanjay has a wealth of only Rs 86 crore. His films did not leave any special mark at the box office.

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Meet actor who made hit debut with Shah Rukh Khan, suffered heartbreak from one-sided love, left acting to become…, now is father of two but…, he is…. https://www.india.com/entertainment/meet-actor-who-made-hit-debut-with-shah-rukh-khan-suffered-heartbreak-from-one-sided-love-left-acting-to-become-director-now-is-father-of-two-but-unmarried-he-is-karan-johar-7809501/ Fri, 09 May 2025 06:47:37 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7809501 In the world of glitz and glamour, there are a bunch of personalities who shine brighter than the stars. From acting to directing, these people have everything in them — you ask for it, and they have it! A similar personality who is living the same life and for years has turned coffee into conversation and emotions into epics. This actor-turned-director has not only acted in a superhit film, but also given blockbuster movies. A close friend of Shah Rukh Khan, and a conversation starter to many, the Bollywood personality we are discussing today is none other than Karan Johar.

Karan Johar has an epic history. He is the name behind giving many new talents to the Bollywood industry. From Alia Bhatt to Sidharth Malhotra, to Janhvi Kapoor and more, the man made sure that Bollywood has it all. While today, KJo is one of the most celebrated directors, his history has never been the same. From battling highs and lows to making a name, Karan Johar has come a long way.

Karan Johar’s acting debut was in the 1989 Doordarshan TV show Indradhanush, where he played the role of Shrikant. He was 15 years old at the time. He was also seen in the blockbuster Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. The movie starred Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol in lead roles. His directorial debut came with the film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, which turned out to be a massive hit.

In the coming years, Karan wore many hats. He worked as a director, a producer, and even a writer. While many of his films have turned out to be huge hits, it was from 2019 that the owner of Dharma Productions witnessed major flops including Kalank, Student of the Year 2, Drive, and Jigra.

Recently, Karan opened up about his journey in a podcast. The 52-year-old shared a bunch of stories from his life which shook his audience. He revealed that once he had a one-sided love, which did not end very well. The director revealed that due to his one-sided love story, he suffered heartbreak which eventually developed into the problem of anxiety attacks for him.

Talking about love, KJo said that there is nothing except for pain for a person when he falls in love. Though they don’t suffer a heart attack, heartbreak is no less than that.

The director revealed that after suffering from heartbreak due to one-sided love, he wrote Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, which showed the ups and downs a person faces during one-sided love. The film was made under the banner of Dharma Productions. Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma, and Aishwarya Rai were in the lead roles in it.

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When Jaya Bachchan compared daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai with Shweta Bachchan and said, ‘She is such a…’ https://www.india.com/entertainment/when-jaya-bachchan-compared-daughter-in-law-aishwarya-rai-with-shweta-bachchan-and-said-she-is-such-a-7809261/ Fri, 09 May 2025 06:25:26 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7809261 Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai have been married for 17 years now. While for the longest time everything remained good between the two, it was from last year that rumours of Aishwarya and Abhishek’s divorce started surfacing. Many speculated that the reason was Abhishek’s extra-marital affair with co-star Nimrat Kaur; others claimed that the relationship between Jaya Bachchan and Aishwarya was not smooth. Some fans say that the two don’t get along and are rarely seen together. However, do you know that there was a time when Jaya spoke warmly about her daughter-in-law?

Jaya Bachchan is known for her straightforward attitude. However, there was a time when she praised Aishwarya and even said that she filled a void left by Shweta after she got married and went to her in-laws. Jaya appeared on the popular chat show ‘Koffee With Karan’ where the veteran actress said, “She is lovely; I love her. She is such a big star herself, and she has fitted in so well. She is a strong lady and has a lot of dignity.”

Admiring the way Aish behaves when she is with family, Jaya said, “When we’re all together, I’ve never seen her push herself forward. I like that quality—she stands behind me quietly, listens, and takes it all in.”

In the same conversation, Jaya revealed how Amitabh Bachchan’s eyes light up when he sees Aishwarya. The veteran actress said that every time Aishwarya walks in from the door, Amitabh’s eyes light up with joy and happiness, and it feels like Shweta is at home. Shweta Bachchan is the eldest child of Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan. She is married to businessman Nikhil Nanda.

Jaya added, “We’ve never fully adjusted to Shweta being outside the family. She’s out, and she’s not a Bachchan—it’s tough.”

Meanwhile, Abhishek and Aishwarya put a full stop to the rumours of their divorce after they jointly appeared at their daughter Aaradhya Bachchan’s annual day function.

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Meet actor who once worked as Madhuri Dixit’s driver, romanced Dimple Kapadia, Padmini Kolhapure, never gave solo hit, still has net worth of Rs…, his name is… https://www.india.com/entertainment/meet-actor-who-once-worked-as-madhuri-dixits-driver-romanced-dimple-kapadia-padmini-kolhapure-never-gave-solo-hit-still-has-net-worth-of-rs-his-name-is-shekhar-suman-7809006/ Fri, 09 May 2025 03:50:21 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7809006 The life of a Bollywood celeb is not really as easy as it looks. While the world of glitz and glamour may seem exciting, the dark realities lie in the rabbit hole. Today, we will uncover a story of an actor who had his highs and lows. He came to Mumbai with big dreams and an empty pocket, but this city gave him everything he ever wished for. He became a famous actor, romanced A-list actresses. However, he then vanished from B-town. Now, once again, he is all set to make a comeback with a bang.

This actor in discussion is someone who made his debut in style. He featured alongside Rekha and worked with actresses like Dimple Kapadia, Padmini Kolhapure and more. However, despite these superhit pairings, this actor was unable to give a single hit. If you are wondering who this actor is, then let us tell you we are discussing none other than Shekhar Suman.

Shekhar Suman debuted in the Bollywood film industry with the movie Utsav in 1984. He was paired opposite Rekha. The actor gained widespread prominence after his debut, especially due to the intimate scenes between Shekhar Suman and Rekha. However, despite a power-packed debut against one of the leading ladies in Bollywood, Shekhar’s journey was filled with ups and downs.

During his career, there came a time when Shekhar was shooting for a low-budget film Manav Hatya opposite Madhuri Dixit, and during these times, Shekhar also worked as Madhuri’s driver. He often rode his bike to pick her up for shoots and drop her home. Hence, he acted as a driver for Madhuri Dixit.

Over the years, Shekhar worked in several movies. However, none of them turned out to be a hit. Meanwhile, in an interview with popular TV show host Siddharth Kannan, the Heeramandi actor shared that, “It was probably the most incredible opportunity for any newcomer in Indian cinema. Within just 15 days, I was signed for the film, barely unpacked my bags and then just two months later, I found myself shooting with Rekha. I will always be grateful to Shashi Kapoor, Girish Karnad and Rekha.”

While Shekhar couldn’t do much on the big screen, the actor made a name for himself in the TV industry. Meanwhile, Shekhar made a comeback with Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi. As per media reports, Shekhar Suman has a net worth of Rs 20 crore.

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Meet Asia’s most expensive star, makes Rs 270 crore per film, beats Shah Rukh Khan, Prabhas, Kamal Hassan, Jackie Chan, has a net worth of Rs…., his name is…. https://www.india.com/entertainment/meet-asias-most-expensive-star-makes-rs-270-crore-per-film-beats-shah-rukh-khan-prabhas-kamal-hassan-jackie-chan-has-a-net-worth-of-rs-430-crore-his-name-is-rajinikanth-7808909/ Fri, 09 May 2025 01:31:09 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7808909 Indian cinema has witnessed many actors; while some of them shine bright, others fail to do so. For those who become a name in the industry, they eventually become the highest-paid actors. Although there are many actors who have got the tag of being highest paid, only a few of them are able to sustain the tag. Today, we will tell you about an actor who, despite turning 72, is still a big name in the industry. Not just that, he is one of the most expensive actors — or let’s say, the highest-paid actor — in Asia. Yes, you read that right! If you are wondering who we are talking about, then scroll down to know about him.

This actor in discussion is one of the most versatile personalities in the nation. He has contributed to Bollywood as well as South cinemas. Yes, let us tell you we are talking about none other than Rajinikanth.

Popularly known as Thalaiva, Rajinikanth has earned love, respect, and indeed millions of hearts with his acting. Born as Shivaji Rao Gaekwad on December 12, 1950, Rajinikanth in his initial days witnessed major struggles. From being a bus conductor to doing several odd jobs, Rajinikanth faced tough days in his early life. However, from being an ordinary man to becoming a cinema legend, his story is an inspiration to many.

Rajinikanth made his debut in 1975 with the Tamil movie Apoorva Raagangal. Over the years, he featured in many hit films including Robot, Robot 2.0, Baashha, Sivaji: The Boss, and Jailer. As a result, fans loved his performance, and not only that, Rajinikanth became India’s highest-paid actor, leaving behind names like Shah Rukh Khan, Prabhas, Kamal Haasan, and Jackie Chan.

Rajinikanth has achieved yet another milestone by becoming Asia’s highest-paid actor. According to a report by DNA, he received a staggering Rs 280 crore as remuneration for his 171st film, Coolie, in which he plays the lead role.

On the other hand, reports claim that Rajinikanth was paid Rs 125 crore for Vettaiyan and Rs 110 crore for Jailer. With an estimated net worth of Rs 430 crore as per Forbes, Rajinikanth is living a lavish and extravagant life.

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Reports of suicide attacks in Pathankot and Rajouri are completely false, confirm Army officials https://www.india.com/news/india/reports-of-suicide-attacks-in-pathankot-and-rajouri-are-completely-false-confirm-army-officials-7808337/ Thu, 08 May 2025 17:17:00 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7808337 India–Pakistan War: Army officials have clarified that the news of suicide bombings, also called fidayeen attacks, at Pathankot or Rajouri is completely false. No such incidents have taken place in these areas, confirmed Army officials. Earlier, a bunch of reports surfaced online which claimed that a suicide attack happened on the 120 Brigade Kerry in Pathankot or Rajouri wherein a terrorist with explosives tied up to his body blew himself. On Thursday night (May 8, 2025), multiple explosions were heard in Jammu, Punjab, and Rajasthan.

The development came after a heinous attack was carried out by Pakistan through drones and missiles in these areas. Pakistan tried to target the Jammu airstrip, Srinagar and Jaisalmer airports, and the Pathankot airbase through missile and drone attacks, which were foiled by India.

Meanwhile, as per the information shared by the Ministry of Defence, no casualties have been reported during these attacks. A complete blackout was witnessed in different parts of Jammu, Kashmir, Punjab, Chandigarh and Rajasthan. Following the blackout, air sirens were also heard. People living in the areas were advised to stay put and remain inside their homes for safety.

The explosion comes just a day after Indian carried out strikes on nine terrorist camps located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

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India-Pakistan war: Pathankot airbase remains unharmed https://www.india.com/news/india/india0pakistan-war-pathankot-airbase-remains-unharmed-7808007/ Thu, 08 May 2025 15:54:58 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7808007 India – Pakistan war: In a major relief, no damage has been reported to the Pathankot airbase amid India – Pakistan tensions. On the evening of Thursday (May 8, 2025), multiple loud explosions rocked the Pathankot airbase. Following the explosions, there was a complete blackout in the area. The explosion comes a day after India conducted strikes on nine terrorist camps located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

Following the incidents in Jammu, explosions were also heard in parts of Punjab, with reports of Pakistani shelling targeting areas in Pathankot and Jammu & Kashmir’s Kupwara and other sectors.

According to sources, India was well-prepared to give a befitting reply to such attempts made by Pakistan and were ready to thwart them. Although the situation is still developing, officials stated that the threats have been neutralized, and so far, eight projectiles — primarily surface-to-surface missiles — have been intercepted by Indian air defence systems. Appeals were issued asking people to keep their lights switched off and stay at home.

Appeals were issued asking people to keep their lights switched off and stay at home. Meanwhile, officials said schools have also been shut in Amritsar, Gurdaspur and Fazilka districts.

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Day after Operation Sindoor, Mukesh Ambani makes big move, Reliance applies for…. https://www.india.com/viral/day-after-operation-sindoor-mukesh-ambani-makes-big-move-reliance-applies-for-operation-sindoor-trademark-7807149/ Thu, 08 May 2025 08:30:46 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7807149 The Indian armed forces only took 25 minutes to perish the terrorist infrastructures in Pakistan’s nine locations on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. The move, which the government named ‘Operation Sindoor’, is widely hailed by people in India. Now, in one of the recent developments, Reliance Industries, owned by business tycoon Mukesh Ambani has applied for the trademark for Operation Sindoor. Further, the application has been made under the class 41. Once Reliance Industries gets the trademark, then only they will be able to use the name for entertainment and cultural activities.

Apart from Reliance, there are three other people who have applied for the ‘Operation Sindoor’ trademark. These proprietors are Mukesh Chetram Agarwal, Group Captain Kamal Singh Ober (Retd), and Alok Kothari.

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Application Review for Operation Sindoor Trademark

The official trademark registry is handled by the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM), which is part of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. All the proprietors who have applied for the Operation Sindoor trademark have submitted their applications to the authorities which will be reviewed. This process might take months, and if approved, Reliance will get exclusive rights to use “Operation Sindoor” in specified categories.

As per legal experts, the trademark can be given on a first come, first served basis, and as per that, Reliance is the first to apply. Meanwhile, speculations claim that once the trademark is given to Reliance, then there are chances that the company may use the name to make films, documentaries, and cultural events showcasing the bravery of India’s military.

Class 41 of trademark registration includes services such as film production, event organisation, and educational activities. The Reliance Group has a diverse portfolio and one of them is their entertainment business. The company’s media and entertainment operations are managed by entities such as Network18, Viacom18, and Jio Studios. Reliance also has a partnership with Walt Disney as well.

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Inside details of Swades actress Gayatri Joshi’s luxurious sea facing Mumbai palatial home with huge glass doors, grand designs and more https://www.india.com/entertainment/inside-details-of-swades-actress-gayatri-joshis-luxurious-sea-facing-mumbai-palatial-home-with-huge-glass-doors-grand-designs-and-more-7806952/ Thu, 08 May 2025 08:03:35 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7806952 A home which is aesthetically pleasing with grand and lavish interior is everyone’s dream. However, only a few are able to live this dream and one among them is Swades actor Gayatri Joshi. Gayatri, who featured opposite Shah Rukh Khan in the film Swades, has been in news for her extravagant beachfront mansion in Mumbai. Her home has everything, from aesthetic corners, grand design, elegant and larger-than-life designs to a sea-facing view to steal the show.

Recently, Gayatri hosted an intimate gathering at her home with her close friend Sonali Bendre. Sharing the video on Instagram, Sonali wrote, “What an evening! Gayatri, thank you for welcoming us to your beautiful house and hosting this soirée with me, filled with old friends and new knowledge. Eddie Stern (yoga teacher, author from New York) will always keep our conversations and your teachings close to our hearts!”

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The Indoor Room and Its Beauty

The living room of Gayatri Joshi has a beautiful stunning view with a verandah filled with trees and plants. On the other hand, the rooms have huge ceilings, gorgeous paintings, and grand designs.

The rest of the house has a warm, wooden look, giving it a classic and chic appearance. The video has garnered massive limelight from fans.

About Gayatri

Gayatri won the Femina Miss India International in 2000. Later, she made her debut with Swades. Despite making a powerful debut, Gayatri decided to quit the industry. Later, she got married to businessman Vikas Oberoi, who controls and runs Oberoi Construction.

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This actor worked in 300 films, had a fight with Amitabh Bachchan due to…, was abandoned by family and friends, was found dead at…, his name was… https://www.india.com/entertainment/this-actor-worked-in-300-films-had-a-fight-with-amitabh-bachchan-due-to-was-abandoned-by-family-and-friends-was-found-dead-at-his-home-his-name-was-mahesh-anand-7806681/ Thu, 08 May 2025 06:33:05 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7806681 The world of glitz and glamour is always shiny and attractive to people, and as a result, many individuals aspire to be an actor. However, what many cannot see is the picture behind the curtain. From the struggles to the rejections, one goes through a lot when it comes to being an actor. Today, we will discuss an actor who once shared the screen with big names of Bollywood such as Amitabh Bachchan, Govinda, and more. He gained fame for his grey shades and had worked in different cinemas including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam.

This actor was once one of the known figures in the industry. However, little did he know that his end would be tragic, so much so that friends and family would abandon him, and he would meet with a tragic end. If all these cues do not ring a bell, then let us tell you that the actor we are discussing is the late famed Mahesh Anand.

Mahesh was a famous face in the 90s. Fans knew him for his villainous roles across all the cinema including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam. Mahesh Anand made his debut in 1984 with the film Karishma. In the coming years, he featured in various films, nonetheless, it was 1988 when Mahesh’s major breakthrough came when he featured in Amitabh Bachchan’s Shahenshah. Though he played the role of a local goon who fought with Bachchan in the film, it brought Mahesh widespread attention.

While Mahesh’s professional life was discussed in the industry, it was his personal life that was under public scrutiny. Would you believe if we say that the actor married five times and none of his marriages sustained? Yes, you read that right! The actor tied the knot five times. He first married Reena Roy’s sister Barkha Roy, then Erica Maria D’Souza, Madhu Malhotra, Usha Bachani, and finally a Russian woman named Lana.

However, none of these marriages sustained. He had a son named Trishul Anand, who cut all ties with him. During his last days, Mahesh shared some concerning posts on his Facebook, when he wrote, “My friends and everyone call me an alcoholic. I have no family. My stepbrother has cheated me of Rs 6 crores. I have done more than 300 films, but I don’t even have money to buy drinking water. I don’t have a single friend in this world.”

In another post for his son Trishul, Mahesh wrote, “My son Trishul… God bless you, my son… Just hug me before I die. Love you for life.” He shared another post where he wrote, “I cry seeing this all day/night…..I love you my son Trishul. I’m your real papa. I know they changed your name to Anthony Vohra….. Please hug me once before I die, love you.”

Days later, the news of Mahesh’s death broke in. As per reports, when Mahesh’s maid kept ringing his doorbell and no response came, she immediately called Mahesh’s sister who later informed the police. When police broke in, they found Mahesh’s body on a sofa, with a bottle of alcohol and a plate of food next to him on the table.

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This woman was daughter of tawaif from Heeramandi, became highest-paid item girl, did mujra on screen, was brutally murdered by…, she was.. https://www.india.com/entertainment/this-woman-was-daughter-of-tawaif-from-lahore-heeramandi-became-highest-paid-item-girl-did-mujra-on-screen-was-brutally-murdered-by-her-husband-she-was-niggo-7806399/ Thu, 08 May 2025 04:33:02 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7806399 When Sanjay Leela Bhansali released Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, a different and rebellious side of courtesans was shown to the world. The audience loved the reel version of the courtesans. However, do you know that even in real life, there was a woman who belonged to the lanes of real Heeramandi in Lahore? She rose to fame and became Pakistan’s famous item girl. But, as it is said that fame comes with a cost, and this is exactly what happened with this woman—she had to pay a higher price than what she could ever imagine.

For many, the name Niggo aka Nargis Begum does not ring a bell, whereas for others who have a keen interest in history and have studied deeply about Heeramandi, knew who Niggo was.

Niggo was born in Lahore, Pakistan. During that time, women belonging to Lahore were often the first choice of filmmakers for their movies. Women who knew how to dance joined the industry. Called Lollywood, the industry began pre-partition but after 1947 became a dominant film industry, producing films in Punjabi and Urdu. At that time, it was a common trend among filmmakers to bring in tawaifs from Heera Mandi and cast them as lead actresses in their films.

Niggo also came from the lanes of Heeramandi. Her mother was a courtesan and she used to do Mujra. Initially, Niggo also followed in the footsteps of her mother. However, during one of her performances, she was noticed by a film producer who gave her a chance to become an actress.

After this, Niggo’s career reached its peak, and she fell in love with film producer Khawaja Mazhar. The two eventually got married. However, it was Niggo’s mother who did not approve of this relationship, as tawaifs getting married was frowned upon.

In order to save her daughter from being with the person she got married to, Niggo’s mother faked illness and got her back to Heeramandi. Later, she brainwashed her to stay in the same place. On the other hand, it was Niggo’s husband Mazhar who wanted her to come back. But due to family pressure, Niggo refused to do so.

On January 5, 1972, Niggo’s husband reached Heera Mandi at her kotha. While trying to persuade her to return home with him, Niggo refused, which enraged him. In a fit of anger, he opened fire, killing Niggo. Her uncle, a musician, was also killed in the attack.

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This 16 episode survival thriller will make you shiver with fear, beats suspsene of Squid Game, has 8.1 IMdb rating, series is…, lead actors are… https://www.india.com/entertainment/this-16-episode-survival-thriller-will-make-you-shiver-with-fear-beats-suspsene-of-squid-game-has-8-1-imdb-rating-series-is-alice-in-borderland-lead-actors-are-kenji-sakuraguchi-keita-machida-and-7806319/ Thu, 08 May 2025 04:19:39 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7806319 OTT series like Squid Game, Hellbound, Black Mirror and more have always been loved by the audience. The intriguing storyline and edge-of-the-seat scenes make these series a hit. For such series, the initial one or two episodes are slow, where one may feel that the story is not doing justice to the thriller category. However, the actual pace is picked up just after the third episode, with nail-biting terror of what happens next. Once you start watching such shows, it is for sure that you will end up binge-watching all the episodes and even seasons. If you like Squid Game, then today, we will tell you about a series on the same lines but with more chilling scenes and an unbelievably intriguing storyline.

The series we are talking about is filled with suspense. The story of the series is about a bunch of different people who get stuck in different worlds. From there, they are asked to play the game of death, during which they have to look for an escape. This survival thriller series is not Korean but has double the suspense, fear, horror and everything in between. If you are wondering which series we are discussing, then it is the Japanese survival thriller Alice in Borderland.

Alice in Borderland was directed by Shinsuke Sato and it is an adaptation of the same-name manga series. The Japanese one released on Netflix features Kenji Sakuraguchi, Keita Machida and Nijiro Murakami in lead roles.

Plot of Alice in Borderland

The story of this series revolves around a boy who spends most of his time playing computer games. He and his friends suddenly get trapped in a strange and mysterious world. To escape from there, they have to play many dangerous and deadly games. To win every game, they have to use their cleverness, courage and strength. This series keeps the audience engaged from beginning till the very end.

Alice in Borderland Seasons and Episodes

The series has a total of two seasons. While Alice in Borderland Season 1 has 8 episodes, the second also has the same – 8 episodes. With the second season of the series ending on an open note, fans were eagerly waiting for Alice in Borderland Season 3.

 

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To finally put an end to fans’ wait, reports claim that Alice in Borderland Season 3 will release on Netflix in September 2025. Meanwhile, Netflix is yet to officially announce its release date.

Both the seasons of Alice in Borderland were loved by the audience, and it has got an 8.1 IMDb rating.

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Made for Rs 180 crore, this film became huge flop, earned only Rs…, lead actor did not receive any fees, movie is… https://www.india.com/entertainment/made-for-rs-180-crore-this-film-became-huge-flop-earned-only-rs-129-crore-lead-actor-aamir-khan-did-not-receive-any-fees-movie-is-laal-singh-chaddha-7806300/ Thu, 08 May 2025 01:12:53 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7806300 Many times when a movie is produced with a high budget and a star-studded cast, the predictions of the film to work better compared to the rest shoots up. However, then there are times when, despite having everything, the movie turns into a disaster at the box office or on the OTT platform where it has been released. This usually happens when there is no solid storyline or failed performances by the actors which couldn’t make a space in the audience’s heart. Something similar happened with the film which we are going to discuss today.

The movie was made on a budget of Rs 180 crore and featured some of the biggest names in the Bollywood industry. It was an adaptation of a famous and hit English film. However, despite all this, the movie became a flop. Not only that, the lead actor couldn’t earn a single penny from the movie. Yes, that’s correct! If you are wondering which film we are discussing, let us tell you it is Aamir Khan’s Laal Singh Chaddha.

The adaptation of the 1994 film Forrest Gump, Laal Singh Chaddha was directed by Advait Chandan and produced by Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao, Jyoti Deshpande, and Ajit Andhare. The movie featured Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor, and Mona Singh in lead roles, whereas Naga Chaitanya and Sanjay Dutt also made appearances in the film in key roles.

Laal Singh Chaddha was released on August 11, 2022. During this time, Bollywood was not in good shape. Except for a few, the majority of the films were not doing good business. Among them turned out to be Aamir’s Laal Singh Chaddha. The movie’s content was not liked by the audience and the strong movement calling for the film’s boycott became some of the reasons why the film flopped badly.

Some time back, Aamir in an interview with ABP revealed that he did not earn a single penny from Laal Singh Chaddha. The actor in his interview said that he gets his fees from profit, and if the movie flops and does not make any profit, he on the same hand does not get any fees—this is what happened with Laal Singh Chaddha. The film earned only Rs 129 crore worldwide.

After the failure of Laal Singh Chaddha, Aamir had been away from the big screens for the last three years. However, now the actor is all set to make a comeback with his upcoming film Sitare Zameen Par in theaters on 20 June 2025. He has also been in the news for his dream project Mahabharata.

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In Afghanistan, bombings were stopped for this actress, piece of gold was placed in her mouth due to…, she died after…, actress was… https://www.india.com/entertainment/in-afghanistan-bombings-were-stopped-for-this-actress-piece-of-gold-was-placed-in-her-mouth-she-died-after-drowning-actress-was-sridevi-7799701/ Mon, 05 May 2025 11:32:05 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7799701 Indian cinema has introduced plenty of actresses during every era. From Mumtaz Shanti, Nargis, Begum Para in the 1940s to Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif, Alia Bhatt in 2025, actresses from all generations have ruled Bollywood. While many actresses vanished in the glitz and glamour of the industry, others remained intact. However, there was an actress whose career spanned over five decades. She was not just an actress but a phenomenon to many. Her timeless beauty combined with her versatility to slip into any role easily made her the iconic actress of her time.

While today this actress is not with us anymore, her roles are evergreen. Fans still remember her with great affinity. If you are wondering who we are talking about, then this actress is late actress Sridevi. From a child artist in South Indian films to becoming Bollywood’s first true female superstar, her journey was nothing short of cinematic.

Sridevi’s first Bollywood film as a child artist was Julie (1975). However, her first leading role in a Hindi movie came in Solva Sawan (1979). Her major breakthrough came when she featured in Himmatwala in 1983. Over the next few years, Sridevi went on to give major hit films.

Shooting in Afghanistan

Sridevi has worked with A-list actors and among them was Amitabh Bachchan. The duo worked in Khuda Gawah and the film turned out to be a huge hit. Do you know that a part of Khuda Gawah was shot in Afghanistan’s Mazar-e-Sharif during troubled times?

Afghanistan has always been a place where the situation often remained tense. During these times, Sridevi and Amitabh were shooting for their film Khuda Gawah. At the time, Afghanistan’s President Najibullah Ahmadzai was reportedly an ardent admirer of the megastar. During the actors’ shoot in the country, they were allegedly given security by half of the Afghan Air Force.

In 2013, Amitabh opened up about the incident in a Facebook post. He wrote, “The Soviets had just left the country and power was handed over to Najibullah Ahmadzai who was a die-hard fan of popular Hindi cinema. He wanted to meet me and we were given the right royal treatment. We were treated as VVIP state guests at Mazar-e-Sharif and taken through the length and breadth of the incredibly beautiful country in airplanes with armed escorts.”

He further added, “We received the traditional warmth of the locals who have a passion for hospitality. We weren’t allowed to stay in a hotel… a family just vacated its home for us and moved to a smaller house.”

While everything was going smoothly and Sridevi even appeared in the film Mom in 2017, a year later, everything changed, and the actress was found dead in her bathtub in her Dubai hotel.

Piece of Gold Was Kept in Sridevi’s Mouth Due to…

During Sridevi’s last rites, a piece of gold was kept in her mouth and she was given the final farewell with state honours.

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Meet woman who lives in Rs 50 crore house, wears shoes worth Rs 2000000, is director of…, her net worth is Rs…, her name is… https://www.india.com/entertainment/meet-woman-who-lives-in-rs-50-crore-house-wears-shoes-worth-rs-2000000-is-director-of-emcure-pharmaceuticals-her-net-worth-is-rs-600-crore-her-name-is-namita-thapar-7799337/ Mon, 05 May 2025 09:30:56 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7799337 There are many women in India who are proud owners or directors of their companies. With all the potential, skills and unique ideas, these women are running successful businesses today. Similarly, today we will share the story of a female executive director of one of the leading Indian multinational pharmaceutical companies, and not only that, she is also a TV star.

Apart from being a famous TV star and a director of a successful company, this woman is someone who enjoys a luxurious life. From a house worth crores to shoes worth lakhs, she is known for her lavish living style. These hints might have been enough for you to understand that we are talking about none other than Namita Thapar.

Namita is a famous businesswoman and has also become a TV celebrity with her prominent appearance on the business reality show Shark Tank India. Namita is the head of Emcure Pharmaceuticals. Apart from her business endeavours, Thapar lives a lavish life. She owns a high-end home and cars and has a massive net worth.

Yes, you read that right! Being the managing director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals, Namita comes in third position in terms of net worth. Do you know that Namita lives in a house which is worth Rs 50 crore? Not only that, Namita also featured at the Cannes Film Festival where she wore shoes that were worth Rs 20 lakh. As per media reports, she owns expensive luxury cars like BMW X7, Mercedes-Benz GLE, and Audi Q7.

Born on March 21, 1977, Namita comes from a traditional Gujarati family. During her childhood days, her family always emphasised education. Hence, she qualified the CA exam from ICAI. Later, she did her MBA from Duke University. Although Namita always wanted to become a businesswoman, she believed that she had to learn a lot before entering the business world and so she decided to do a job.

She started her career in the United States Bay Area, where she worked for 6 years in the field of marketing and finance in two different companies. After that, she returned to India. She started working as the Chief Financial Officer in her father’s business, Emcure Pharmaceuticals.

Apart from being the managing director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals, she is also the founder and CEO of Incredible Ventures Ltd. This company teaches entrepreneurship to youth aged 11 to 18 years.

As per reports, Namita Thapar’s net worth is Rs 600 crore.

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Meet superstar’s sister who became an alcohol addict, her father had to hire bodyguards due to…, stayed at…, her name is… https://www.india.com/entertainment/meet-superstars-sister-who-became-an-alcohol-addict-her-father-had-to-hire-bodyguard-stayed-at-rehab-her-name-is-sunaina-roshan-7799209/ Mon, 05 May 2025 07:16:24 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7799209 Hrithik Roshan, who wooed the audience with his amazing performances, is all set to make his directorial debut. Hrithik will direct his upcoming film Krrish 4. He will not only direct the film but will also act in the movie. While Hrithik is carrying forward his father’s legacy, his sister has won another battle in her life. Recently, Rakesh Roshan’s daughter, Sunaina Roshan, opened up about her personal life. She also shared her experience of battling the addiction of alcohol.

In a conversation with Pinkvilla, Sunaina recalled the most difficult time in her life when she was fighting against cancer, TB, and Zoster Herpes. She revealed that the situation took a toll on her health and mental health, and she found peace in alcohol.

Gradually, in order to forget her pain and escape from the situation, Sunaina did not even realise that she had turned into an alcohol addict. She also revealed that she used to drink at night. In the interview, Sunaina revealed that her condition worsened so much that she used to fall from the chair while sitting.

As soon as the effect of alcohol was washed off, she used to feel the again agony and restlessness. The family was so troubled by the star kid’s addiction to drugs that Sunaina’s father Rakesh Roshan had appointed bodyguards to follow her. Despite being under the surveillance of the bodyguards, she used to drink alcohol secretly.

Frustrated with all these things, Sunaina finally sought help from her family and asked them to send her to rehab.

Revealing more, Sunaina Roshan said that she remained in the rehab for a 28-day course. Hrithik Roshan’s sister said that for 28 days straight, she did not sleep and was locked in a room where she was constantly asked questions. As a result, this exhausted her to the core.

Later, she gave her all in and made a number of healthy lifestyle changes, particularly in her diet and fitness routine. And, gradually, also left the addiction.

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Ajaz Khan lands in legal trouble after actress files FIR alleging rape https://www.india.com/entertainment/ajaz-khan-lands-in-legal-trouble-after-actress-files-fir-alleging-rape-7799010/ Mon, 05 May 2025 05:55:48 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7799010 Bigg Boss 7 fame Ajaz Khan has landed in a fresh set of trouble after he was booked for rape by Charkop Police in Mumbai following a complaint filed by an actress. The actress, in her report, complained alleged that Khan sexually harassed her under the pretext of marriage. As per the police, a new case has been registered in Ajaz’s name under the newly enacted Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Sections 64, 64(2)(M), 69, and 74. Also, an investigation into the matter is underway.

According to the complainant, Khan promoted her to a role in his OTT show, House Arrest, and other projects. However, when the show began, he proposed to her and assured them that would tie the knot. The actress further revealed that Ajaz Khan raped her multiple times at his home, with again re-assurance of marrying him. The actress further revealed that Ajaz Khan also assured her to take full responsibility and even said that his religion permits him to get married four times.

The fresh FIR has increased Ajaz’s level of trouble after his show House Arrest also made headlines when he asked a female contestant to enact a sex position in the name of entertainment.

The House Arrest Controversy

Another controversy related to Ajaz Khan erupted when a separate FIR was filed at the Amboli Police Station by the Bajrang Dal over his OTT show House Arrest. Khan, who is the host of the show asked a female contestant to perform a sex position in the name of entertainment.

Meanwhile, the National Commission for Women (NCW) has also stepped into the matter and summoned the Ullu CEO Vibhu Agarwal, where the show is being premiered. Along with Agarwal, Khan will also have to appear on May 9 in connection with the case.

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Nita Ambani’s fitness coach Vinod Channa shares her secret to staying fit at 60, says, ‘She follows what…’ https://www.india.com/viral/nita-ambanis-fitness-coach-vinod-channa-shares-her-secret-to-staying-fit-at-60-says-she-follows-what-7798984/ Mon, 05 May 2025 05:08:29 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7798984 Mukesh Ambani’s wife and the Chairperson and Founder of the Reliance Foundation, Dhirubhai Ambani International School, and a Director of Reliance Industries, Nita Ambani, is the epitome of grace, elegance, and fitness. Despite turning 60, Nita looks as young as 31. On the occasion of Women’s Day this year, Nita shared a heartfelt message to all the women and urged them to take care of their health. In a recent conversation, Nita’s fitness coach, Vinod Channa, opened up about the secret of the leading lady of Ambani’s fitness.

In an interview with BollywoodShaadis, Vinod revealed that Nita always listens to his advice while working out. Vinod mentioned that when training individuals over 50, particularly women, every aspect must be considered, as everyone has a unique lifestyle.

“The workout is set by me. She is working out. She works very hard and is ready to work out. Whatever I am saying, she follows, and because of that, she is able to reach the target,” Vinod said.

He also added, “Workout weight training depends on the body part, like arms, shoulders, stomach, back, and legs. Male female ke liye same hai. Yoga hai for mobility stretch, mix and match karna padega after 40-50. Jinki flexibility kam hoti hai unko har cheez mei takleef hoti hai. Aapki mobility kum hogi toh movement mei zyada strength lagta hai. Zyada power ki zarorat padti hai. Uske pehle weight training mobility mei allow karna padega.”

Vinod is a famous fitness coach, and he handles all the A-list celebs. Apart from Nita Ambani, Vinod also trained Isha Ambani and Anant Ambani. He is best known for Anant Ambani’s transformation journey, where the youngest son of the business tycoon Mukesh Ambani lost a massive 108 kgs in 18 months.

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Meet actress who became mother without marriage at 36, was thrown out of house after…, then this actor helped her by…, she is… https://www.india.com/entertainment/meet-actress-who-became-mother-without-marriage-at-36-was-thrown-out-of-house-after-then-this-actor-helped-her-she-is-neena-gupta-7798511/ Sun, 04 May 2025 18:12:21 +0000 https://www.india.com/?p=7798511 Neena Gupta is one of the known actresses in Bollywood. Throughout her career, Gupta has given many hit films such as Badhaai Ho, Goodbye, Woh Chokri, Mulk, and more. While the actress gained headlines for her work, her personal life always remained a topic of discussion among fans. Neena was in an affair with famous cricketer Vivian Richards when she got pregnant. What followed next was a complete roller coaster ride for the actress. However, during her tough time, Neena’s closest friend and late actor-director Satish Kaushik stood with her.

Recently, a throwback video of Neena is going viral where she recalled a moment from 1989, when she disclosed her pregnancy to Satish and how he helped her. In the clip, the actress can be seen saying, “When I was pregnant, I was very worried because my pregnancy was very messy. It was very controversial, so he came to my house. So, I was very worried and I was crying, I said, ‘I don’t know what would happen next.’ Satish said, ‘Nancy, don’t worry. If your child is dark, then I’ll tell everyone it’s mine.’”

Kaushik’s supportive intention won Neena’s heart. In an old video, Kaushik also opened up about his intention to help his closest friend.

Meanwhile, Satish Kaushik passed away on March 9, 2023, after suffering a sudden heart attack. He was 66 years old. The actor is survived by his wife Shashi Kaushik and daughter Vanshika Kaushik.

Following Satish’s passing, Neena’s daughter Masaba took to her Instagram and shared an old picture of her mother with the late actor. She dropped a heartwarming caption and wrote, “Rest in peace, Kaushik uncle. You gave mom the greatest gift… Your kindness through all those years – we will miss you.”

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