Bollywood’s curly-haired beauty Sanya Malhotra, who is known for her acting prowess has reportedly found love in sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma. In the pictures shared on Reddit, the duo can be seen attending an event together. However, they refrained from posing in the same frame. Check out the post below. Is Sanya Malhotra dating Rishabh Rikhiraj Sharma? byu/bhasadkweeen inBollyBlindsNGossip Who is Rishab Sharma? Rishab Sharma is a 26-year-old sitarist. Sanya is older than him by 6 years. He is the youngest and last disciple of the legendary Pandit Ravi Shankar. According to reports, he was introduced to the world of music at the age of 10. He was the first sitarist to perform solo at the White House during a Diwali event hosted by President Joe Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, and Vice President Kamala Harris in 2022. He is also an advocate for mental health. Sanya Malhotra’s acting journey Born in Delhi, the 32-year-old star made her acting debut in 2016 with the Aamir Khan-starrer Dangal. After which, she was seen in films such as Pataakha, Badhaai Ho, Ludo, Shakuntala Devi, Jawan, Sam Bahadur, Pagglait, Meenakshi Sundareshwar, and Kathal to name a few. Sanya Malhotra’s work front Talking about work, the actress is with Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari alongside Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, and Maniesh Paul. It is reportedly the sequel to Badrinath Ki Dulhania. She will also be seen in Mrs directed by Aarti Kadav. Sanya plays the lead in the film, which also stars Nishant Dahiya and Kanwaljit Singh. The film is the Hindi adaption of the Malayalam drama, 'The Great Indian Kitchen'. The original film tells the story of a newlywed woman, who struggles to be the submissive wife that her husband and his family expect her to be. It is said to be gearing up for a January 2025 release. Mid-day earlier reported that Sanya will be seen with Rajkummar Rao once again for a second film together after Hit: The First Case (2022). It is directed by Vivek Daschaudhary. “The story revolves around a Mumbai-based couple and all the quirky, loving characters that form a part of their journey. The dark comedy focuses on the hard life in Mumbai," revealed a source.
09 January,2025 08:25 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRanbir Kapoor and his daughter Raha Kapoor have melted hearts yet again, as the father-daughter duo was spotted in Mumbai, leaving fans gushing over their adorable bond. In a video shared by the paparazzi, Ranbir was seen visiting the home of his close friend and filmmaker Ayan Mukerji with little Raha. What captured everyone's attention was Raha adorably hugging her father during the outing. The 'Animal' actor, who keeps his life relatively private, opted for a casual outfit, wearing jeans, a white t-shirt, and a grey jacket. He completed his look with a navy blue cap. Raha, carried in her dad's arms, looked adorable in a light blue dress with a tiny ponytail. Earlier this month, Alia Bhatt posted adorable pictures with Ranbir and daughter Raha as she welcomed the New Year. Alia shared a selfie with her husband and actor Ranbir Kapoor, where he can be seen kissing Alia, while daughter Raha Kapoor sits on his lap. In one of the pictures, Alia is enjoying the sunset with Ranbir and Raha on a yacht. She also posted pictures with family and friends, featuring her mother and sister, Soni Razdan and Shaheen Bhatt, in-laws Riddhima Kapoor Sahni and Neetu Kapoor, and Ayan Mukerji. On the work front, Ranbir was last seen in 'Animal' alongside Triptii Dimri and Rashmika Mandanna. The actor also has a sequel to Animal, titled 'Animal Park'. Apart from this, he has Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Love And War', alongside Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal. He is also set to star in 'Ramayana', an ambitious two-part adaptation of the ancient Indian epic, has already garnered significant attention due to its star-studded cast and high-profile production team. While Ranbir has been confirmed to play the role of Lord Ram, Pallavi is reportedly set to star as Sita. Yash is also reportedly cast as Ravana, promising a thrilling portrayal of one of the most famous mythological figures. Meanwhile, Alia was last seen in 'Jigra' directed by Vasan Bala and co-starring Vedang Raina. She will next be seen headlining spy drama 'Alpha' with Sharvari. Directed by Shiv Rawail, 'Alpha' is set to be a notable addition to Yash Raj Films' acclaimed spy universe. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
09 January,2025 07:27 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIMid-day had previously reported that Aashiqui 3, starring Kartik Aaryan and Triptii Dimri had been indefinitely postponed, and director Anurag Basu was set to make a fresh romance saga featuring Aaryan along with a new leading lady (A love drama, indeed, January 14). It appears that the makers’ search has ended in Imanvi Esmail, a content creator who is already working with producer Bhushan Kumar on her debut movie alongside Prabhas. A source says that Kumar, the co-producer of the film starring Prabhas, has initiated a discussion with the primary producers to secure permissions to cast Esmail. “Imanvi has signed an agreement stating that she wouldn’t commit to any new film until Prabhas’ movie is released. Bhushan is talking to them to see if she can be cast in Kartik’s film because that will hit the screens after Prabhas’ movie. If the teams are unable to negotiate, the makers may look at other options,” says the insider. Given that there is no chatter of bad blood between the makers and Dimri, we ask if the Animal (2023) actor was considered for the new film alongside Aaryan. “Triptii is busy for six months with Vishal Bhardwaj’s film, so the makers had to look at other options. Also, the requirement of the film is a fresh face. A lot depends on the look test and the chemistry between the actors. Another big contender for the role is Sara Ali Khan, who Anurag has just worked with in Metro… In Dino. If the conversation with Imanvi falls through, the makers will approach Sara. The final calls on the film’s casting will be taken by the end of this month.” Imanvi will make her debut with Prabhas in a film directed by Hanu Raghavapudi, who previously helmed the critically acclaimed Sita Ramam (2022). The aspiring actor, who grew up in the USA, credits her mother for introducing her to iconic Bollywood actresses like Rekha, Madhuri Dixit, and Vyjayanthimala, whose classical movements and expressive choreography inspired her to pursue dancing. Her passion for dance helped her amass an audience of 903K on Instagram and 1.8 million on YouTube. In 2020, her choreography on Ramta jogi (Taal, 1999) went viral, earning her widespread recognition. Another viral hit came in 2023, when her rendition of Tum tum caught the attention of filmmakers. Apart from Prabhas and Esmail, the film also features Mithun Chakraborty and Jaya Prada in pivotal roles. mid-day reached out to Basu to confirm the developments, but he remained unavailable till press time.
09 January,2025 07:10 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuA crucial shooting leg of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s coveted drama, Love and War, commenced at Film City yesterday with the three leading stars, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, in attendance. An insider tells mid-day that the talky portions of the film that will be shot in this schedule are designed to be emotionally intense and integral to the narrative. Sanjay Leela Bhansali “There was a break for a few days, but we started filming in full swing. Till January 11, key scenes will be shot. Bhansali has been known for his ability to craft dialogue-heavy sequences that resonate deeply with the audience. This film will be no different. The conversations between Ranbir, Alia, and Vicky will be confrontational and will challenge their characters,” says the insider. While work on the film began in November 2024, the team will begin filming in full swing this month, we’re told. Bhansali intends to wrap it by mid-2025.
09 January,2025 07:02 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuLocked for film Days after Maddock Films announced their elaborate horror comedy universe for the next four years, rumours have surfaced that Kiara Advani would headline the film, Shakti Shalini. This will be Kiara’s first collaboration with the production house. The actor is said to be in the final stage of negotiations with the makers. Reports suggest the film will go on floors by mid-2025 and release in December. Kiara’s schedule looks packed, with four upcoming films, including Game Changer with Ram Charan coming this Friday, Toxic alongside Yash, and War 2, where she stars with Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR. Love letter for Barbie Doll Conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar with Jacqueliene Fernandez Jacqueliene Fernandez has received another love letter from conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar, who continues to refer to her as his girlfriend. Sukesh sent his best wishes to Jacqueline, promising to pull off the biggest surprise for their love. “My lady love Jackie, my Botta Bomma, wish you a very Happy New Year. Baby girl, 2025, [is] the year of 9. This is our year. The year where I am gonna prove my love for you and gonna pull out the biggest surprise ‘of’ and ‘for’ our love, before this world, who thinks I am obsessed, and our love is scary (sic),” he wrote. Sukesh also complimented her “desi look” during the promotions of Fateh and called her his real Barbie Doll. He apologised for everything Jacqueliene endured while he was behind bars and promised to reunite with her. Despite being granted bail in one of his cases, several charges remain against him.
09 January,2025 06:44 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamFilmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan has never been the one to hold back her thoughts and words. Whether it is national television or on social media, Khan has never shied from speaking the truth. Sugar coating things is definitely not her thing. As she turns a year older, we look at some instances where she trolled her fellow colleagues and friends from the film industry in a hilarious manner. Farah Khan trolls Karan Johar Karan and Farah share the funniest camaraderie in the industry. They are a riot when put together in front of the camera. Last year, the director duo had posted a video where they could be seen mocking each other's fashion sense. The banter begins as KJo humorously questions Farah’s outfit and says, "Oh my god! How many months has it been? Isn't it a maternity dress?" On listening to those comments, the choreographer fired back and said, “And what about this Maganlal dress wala ka this miss chamkoka dress that you are wearing?” Karan says, “Excuse me! This is sequins and shine and shimmer. And you are just jealous of my good looks.” Towards the end, Farah leaves with sarcasm, “Good looks? Delusion, delusion.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Farah Khan Kunder (@farahkhankunder) When Farah slammed celebs for lying Not long ago, Farah in a video busted claims made generally by celebrities. Some celebrities claim to eat all and every kind of food while looking the way they do. Commenting on the same, the filmmaker said, ""Main gym kabhi bhi nahi jati hu, mera metabolism hi hai. God has blessed me with genetics. That's crap. You're either starving yourself to death or you are in your gym 24x7." In the same video, she also busted celebrities who claim about wanting to lead a normal life. "I miss being a normal person, you know, I miss eating pani puri on the streets. Bhai if you are a normal person, you will die." Posts from the bollyblindsngossipcommunity on Reddit "Gym ke bahar paps dekh kar ya bhaji wale ke paas paps dekh kar, 'Arey aapko kisne bulaya?' Ma'am aapne hi bulaya," Khan had said reacting to celebs who act surprised on seeing paparazzi. When Farah Khan stopped Dhvani Bhanushali from singing on stage In a viral video from an event a couple of years ago, Farah stopped Dhvani's singing with a pat on her back. In the video, Dhvani was seen singing her hit track 'Vaaste' when Farah patted on her back and quietly said 'Chup hoja'. A visibly embarassed Dhvani who tried to hide it with her smile said, 'Thik hai mai chup hojaati hu". The video went viral on all social media platforms. When Farah trolled Chunky and Ananya Panday A few years back Farah and Ananya made a reel when they were on set together. In the reel, Farah walks into Ananya's vanity van and says, 'Ananya Ananya, you have got a national award for 'Khaali Peeli'. As Ananya gets excited, Farah says, "I was joking" in the quintessential Chunky Pandey style from the 'Housefull' franchise. Reacting to the reel, Chunky Panday commented, "Farah should get an award for over-acting in the video." The choreographer-turned-director responded to that and said, "Apni beti ko sambhal pehle". Farah Khan DESTROYING Chunky and Ananya Pandey in the commentsbyu/thedhoklamonger inBollyBlindsNGossip
08 January,2025 10:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPritish Nandy, a noted journalist, poet and filmmaker, has passed away at the age of 73. The news was shared his close friend and actor Anupam Kher on social media. Kher penned a long note talking about his decades old association with Nandy. Anupam Kher took to social media on Wednesday night to share the news of Pritish Nandy's demise. Sharing a recent pic of the filmmaker and one from his youth, Kher wrote, "Deeply deeply saddened and shocked to know about the demise of one of my dearest and closest friends #PritishNandy! Amazing poet, writer, filmmaker and a brave and unique editor/journalist! He was my support system and a great source of strength in my initial days in Mumbai. We shared lots of things in common. He was also one of the most fearless people I had come across. Always Larger than life. I learnt so many things from him. Off-late we didn’t meet much. But there was a time when we were inseparable! I will never forget when he surprised me by putting me on the cover of Filmfare and more importantly #TheIllustratedWeelky. He was the true definition of यारों का यार! I will miss you and our times together my friend. Rest well #HeartBroken". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anupam Kher (@anupampkher) About Pritish Nandy Born on January 15, 1951, in Bhagalpur, Bihar, Nandy was a celebrated journalist, poet, filmmaker and humanitarian. In the 1990s, he also hosted a talk show on Doordarshan called The Pritish Nandy Show where he spoke to celebrities. He served as a Rajya Sabha member from 1998 to 2004, representing the Shiv Sena party. He is the author of forty books of poetry in English and has translated poems by other writers from Bengali, Urdu and Punjabi into English as well as a new version of the Isha Upanishad. Apart from these, he has authored books of stories and non fiction as well as three books of translations of classical love poetry from Sanskrit. He was Publishing Director of The Times of India Group and Editor of The Illustrated Weekly of India, The Independent, and Filmfare in the 1980s, all simultaneously. He produced many films in the early 2000s including films like Sur, Kaante, Jhankaar Beats, Chameli, Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi, Pyaar Ke Side Effects under his banner Pritish Nandy Communications. His company recently produced the web series Four More Shots Please and the anthology series Modern Love Mumbai.
08 January,2025 10:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood diva Priyanka Chopra recently shared her reaction to the Palisades Fire in LA that has scorched thousands of acres of land, forcing a huge number of people to evacuate the vicinity. The actress witnesses the massive wildfire from her luxurious home in Los Angeles which she shares with her husband Nick Jonas and their daughter Malti Marie Jonas. On Wednesday, Priyanka took to the story section of her official Instagram handle and posted a clip of the wildfire engulfing the Los Angeles neighborhood. The 'Aitraaz' actress can be heard saying in the video, "it’s crazy." Her post also included the caption, "My thoughts are with everyone affected. Hope we are all able to be safe tonight," along with a folded hand emojis. The video was shot by the actress from her LA home from where she could witness the massive fire in the distance. Priyanka Chopra dropped another Insta story featuring the Palisades Fire in LA, "Fast-moving Palisades fire in LA scorches thousands of acres, destroys homes". About the Palisade wildfire A massive wildfire took over Los Angeles on 7th January 2025, forcing above 30,000 residents to leave the place. Numerous videos of the fire have been doing rounds on social media, leaving everyone concerned. Meanwhile, California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency in Los Angeles. The most destructive, the Palisades fire, is spreading rapidly across Los Angeles, with homes destroyed and major roads closed. Authorities are scrambling to manage the situation, with widespread evacuations and emergency declarations. The out-of-control Palisades fire, which has burned more than 2,900 acres, is blazing through nearly five football fields per minute. It has prompted an emergency declaration from Los Angeles officials, who warned that the worst is yet to come due to the "tornado-like" winds complicating the firefighting efforts. Priyanka Chopra's work front Talking about Priyanka professional lineup, the stunner has been busy with her Hollywood projects recently. However, reports claim that Priyanka Chopra will be working alongside the legendary filmmaker, SS Rajamouli in Pan-World Jungle Adventure titled, 'SSMB 29' for now. She will be seen sharing the screen with Mahesh Babu in the much-awaited drama. However, an official announcement is still awaited. In addition to this, another report suggests that Priyanka might return to Bollywood with Farhan Akhtar's "Don 3". If the reports turn out to be true, she will be seen reprising her role as Roma in the highly-talked-about sequel. (with inputs from IANS)
08 January,2025 06:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe wait is over! The Paatal Lok Season 2 trailer is here, and the excitement is palpable. Hathi Ram Chaudhary is back, and this time, the stakes are even higher. As the much-anticipated return of one of Indian streaming’s most iconic characters takes center stage, Jaideep Ahlawat delivers a gripping performance, setting a new benchmark for intensity, intrigue, and storytelling. This is just the beginning. With Paatal Lok Season 2 kickstarting the year, it’s clear that 2025 is the year of Jaideep Ahlawat. The first season of Paatal Lok was a game-changer for Jaideep, turning his career trajectory 360 degrees and propelling him into the spotlight as one of India’s finest actors. With his nuanced portrayal of Hathi Ram Chaudhary, Jaideep proved he is a force to be reckoned with. Since then, Jaideep has solidified his place as a powerhouse of talent, and 2025 marks the pinnacle of his craft. As Paatal Lok Season 2 begins its journey, it also sets the stage for Jaideep’s most ambitious year yet, with six explosive releases lined up. Jaideep Ahlawat's lineup in 2025 As gripping as Paatal Lok Season 2 promises to be, it’s just the start. Jaideep’s 2025 slate is a testament to his unparalleled range as an actor: Rakt Bramhand: The series is described as a gripping and edgy narrative that aims to redefine the action-fantasy genre, with lots of action and visual treat. Creators Raj and DK's and Jaideep coming together for this one will be a treat to the eyes. Jewel Thief: Jaideep and Saif will be sharing screen space in this much talked about project. A neo-noir thriller where he showcases his cunning brilliance in a high-stakes game of deception. A film by Siddharth Anand and Mamta Anand's Marflix Pictures Hisaab: An emotional rollercoaster delving into justice, morality, and human connections. The favorite pair of Jaideep and Shefali returns with this one making audience already excited, a much awaited Vipul Amrutlal Shah's next. The Family Man Season 3: Jaideep steps into a riveting and unexpected avatar, redefining the much-loved franchise. It will be mind boggling to see two of the finest actors we have in one frame, Manoj Bajpayee and Jaideep Ahlawat Hawai Fire: Jio Studios and Colour Yellow Productions, an interesting collab and storyline coming out of this duo of producers and Jaideep would be a high on content tale we can't to watch. Ikkis: Set against the backdrop of the 1971 war, follows the life of second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal. Jaideep along with Dharmendra and Agastya makes this an interesting watch for 2025 Few more projects: Helmed by celebrated directors, promising to push boundaries and redefine storytelling. With Paatal Lok Season 2 as the opening act and more spectacular releases to follow, 2025 belongs to Jaideep Ahlawat. As he continues to blur the lines between genres and emotions, he proves that this isn’t just his year—it’s his era.
08 January,2025 05:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Shabana Raza, known professionally as Neha, made her acting debut with Kareeb (1998). The film, also starring Bobby Deol, was directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. The film is known for its lovely music. She met actor Manoj Bajpayee after her first film, and the pair tied the knot in 2006. Despite working in several other films like Hogi Pyaar Ki Jeet (1999), Fiza (2000), Rahul (2001), Aatma (2006) and Acid Factory (2009), her career never really took off. It was assumed that she quit films eventually, but in a recent interview, Manoj confirmed that wasn’t true. Did Kareeb actress Shabana quit films? When asked why Shabana quit films, Manoj said, “She didn’t quit films, she stopped getting work for some reason. Too many politics, here and there. As someone coming from outside, she really did not have any mentor. It was Vidhu Vinod Chopra, I think." Why Vidhu Vinod Chopra bit her Manoj also confirmed that Chopra once bit Shabana on her hand during the shoot. “Shabana had no acting experience. She was raising the wrong hand during a song. He bit her there just for her to remember that this is the hand to be raised. No one can do this with me. Because she was new, she thought this is how directors behave!" Last year, Shabana, in collaboration with her husband Manoj Bajpayee and Vikram Khakhar, launched Aurega Studios, a film production company. The studio's inaugural film was Bhaiyya Ji, which released in 2024. The couple are raising a daughter, named Ava Nayla, together, who is studying at a boarding school. Manoj explained why they preferred to send their only daughter off to a boarding school. "It was getting difficult to get her from one class to another in Mumbai. Plus she would return home tired from her hour-long commute and have no energy for anything. At boarding school, she has everything under one roof. Also, there is a limit on screen times, so she gets to have more human interaction than spending time on her iPad," he said.
08 January,2025 05:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFor the first time ever, the Western Railway granted permission for the use of the Vande Bharat express train for commercial purpose. The Railways allowed filmmaker Shoojit Sircar to use the train for the shoot of his upcoming project. Mid-day got an exclusive footage of Sircar shooting a scene where an actor can be seen boarding the train with a bag. It is not yet know what Shoojit Sircar was filming. In the video, Shoojit can be seen directing a small scene where an actor can be seen walking towards the automatic Vande Bharat train doors and boarding in. He is seen wearing a white blazer and holding a suitcase. Two other people are also seen walking on the train station in the frame. Take a look at the video: View this post on Instagram A post shared by mid-day (@middayindia) The filmmaker known for films like 'Piku', 'Gulaabo Sitabo', 'October', 'Vicky Donor' is yet to announce his upcoming film. His last directorial was Abhishek Bachchan-starrer 'I Want To Talk' that focused on the relationship between a father and daughter as the former navigated a life threatening disease. The film was released in theatres in November. About Vande Bharat express Vande Bharat Express is a medium to long-distance superfast express service operated by Indian Railways. It is a reserved, air-conditioned chair car service connecting cities that are less than 800 km (500 mi) apart or take less than ten hours to travel with existing services and a planned reserved, air-conditioned sleeper service connecting cities that are 800 km (500 mi) to 1,200 km (750 mi) apart. The train was a part of the 'Make in India' initiative by the government and entered commercial service on 15 February 2019.On 15 February 2019, the first Vande Bharat Express between New Delhi and Varanasi was flagged off at the New Delhi railway station by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The train covered a distance of 759 km (472 mi) in 8 hours at an average speed of 95 km/h (59 mph) and reduced the existing travel time along the route by 15%. In December 2023, the Government announced a target to have 4,500 Vande Bharat trains by 2047.As of January 2025, 66 Vande Bharat trains are in service, which includes 17 sixteen-car services, 4 twenty-car services and 45 eight-car services.
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