Grammy-winning rock band Coldplay enthralled Mumbaikars with its concert over the weekend which was also attended by celebs. Their return to India after 9 years was nothing short of a cultural celebration where the band's frontman Chris Martin captivated the audience with his humour and curiosity. From asking what Jai Shri Ram means to giving a tongue-in-cheek shout-out to cricketer Jasprit Bumrah, it was everything a music lover could ask for. Check out the celebs who attended the gig. Celebs attend Coldplay concert in Mumbai Singer Shreya Ghoshal attended with her husband Shiladitya Mukhopadhyaya. Sharing the pictures on Instagram she wrote, “Just pure love for @coldplay. My second concert of the amazing Chris Martin and his band! And you turned your magic on for Mumbai and how!! It was a spectacular experience. Couldn’t stop my tears for Fix You! My 70+ year-old dad @bishwajitghoshal loved the concert so much!!! Thank you for letting me and @shiladitya relive all our memories once again which have ruled our lives growing up.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by shreyaghoshal (@shreyaghoshal) The other couples at the concert included Priya Bapat with husband Umesh Kamat and Aadar Jain with wife Alekha Advani. Kusha Kapila was also present for the epic event. Sara Tendulkar took her dad and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar to the concert. Check out the posts below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priya Bapat (@priyabapat) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kusha Kapila (@kushakapila) The crowd chanting 'Sachin, Sachin' more instead of Coldplay. Craze of Mumbaikars 🏏❤️pic.twitter.com/Sz5Za8bBHF — Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) January 19, 2025 Coldplay delivers an unforgettable performance Plenty of moments resonated deeply with fans at Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium where Coldplay kick-started their 'Music of the Spheres World Tour' in India. For two hours at the packed stadium, Martin belted out chartbuster tracks like "Paradise", "Viva La Vida", "Adventure of a Lifetime", "Yellow", "Fix You", and "A Sky Full of Stars", among others. One of the evening's most stand moments came when Martin noticed a fan holding a placard Throughout the evening, Martin made a concerted effort to connect with the audience in their native tongues. His attempts to speak Hindi and Marathi were met with overwhelming warmth. The British musician thanked Indian fans for giving him the chance to play in one of "our favourite places in the whole world". "This is our fourth visit to India, the second time playing, and the first time played our show, and we couldn't have asked for a better audience. It's amazing you welcome us,” Martin said. As part of their 'Music of the Spheres World Tour', the British band has one more show at the DY Patil Stadium on Monday. A fourth show will be held at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on January 25. (With inputs from PTI)
20 January,2025 08:56 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentReady for release For Pratik Gandhi and Yami Gautam Dhar, the wait is finally over. Their film, Dhoom Dhaam, which was awaiting release for a year, has got its date with the audience. On Sunday, Netflix India announced that the rom-com, directed by Rishab Seth and produced by Aditya Dhar, will drop online on Valentine’s Day. Dhoom Dhaam promises to be a ride full of “danger” with Pratik playing a Gujarati veterinarian dulha, and Yami, a “sanskaari” dulhan. Wake up and run, Mumbai! Stars came out in droves to support the annual Tata Mumbai Marathon 2025 that was held yesterday. Veteran poet-lyricist Gulzar accompanied differently-abled participants at the marathon, while actors Neha Dhupia and Tara Sharma championed different causes by putting on their running shoes. Grateful it wasn’t any worse: Soha on the Saif Ali Khan attack It has been a tough time for Saif Ali Khan and his family since the actor was stabbed during an alleged attempted robbery at his Bandra residence on January 16. At a city event on Sunday, his actor-sister Soha Ali Khan shared a health update on the star, who is currently recuperating at Lilavati Hospital. “We are very, very happy that he is recovering well. We feel very blessed and grateful that it wasn’t any worse. Thank you for all your wishes,” Soha told the reporters at the event.
20 January,2025 07:36 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamSeated before us for this interview, Anoushka Shankar has eyes pinned on her owing to her grace and beauty. She doesn’t carry the weight of her multiple accolades, including the 11 Grammy nominations she has received in the last 20 years, or the Oxford honorary doctorate that she was awarded a few months ago. The latter, she says, made her feel “very grown up and proper.” “Honorary doctorates are rarely [given]. I would joke about [receiving] them. A university does not take the decision to give it lightly. It’s a recognition of being an expert in the field,” she says, still seemingly giddy with the title, even as she has her eyes set on the upcoming Grammy Awards, in which she will vie for two gongs. In this interview, Shankar discusses being nominated in the Best Global Music Performance and New Age Album categories, and the making of Chapter III: We Return To Light, the last of her miniseries. Edited excerpts of the interview. In our past conversations, you have, though not critically, referred to the fact that the categories in which you are often nominated, including Global Music Performance, may seem restrictive.I did, probably critically too. I’ve had a long journey, so I don’t know if my opinions have changed. But I have a greater understanding of the industry and how things work. Music, on one side, is an art form. I do this because I love it and because it speaks to my soul. And on the other side, it’s a career. And this [Grammy nominations] definitely falls into that side of things. These are job-related things. The way the industry is carved out globally is tricky—the Global Music and New Age Music categories are known to be the hardest categories because they’re not niche. People who vote within categories are experts within that field of music. Global music is everything that’s not from Europe and America; basically, music of every kind, every culture, and every time period. There are no experts, as such, that can vote with the same level of expertise across those categories. So, while all the awards are subjective, these become even more subjective. It’s really down to who the voters in those years are. A Grammy nomination in itself is of great importance for any artiste. A lot of people, however, want to attach importance to winning it. Having received 11 nominations in 20 years, do you still see a win as essential?We’re back to discussing the music business. These things have commercial value—if you’re a Grammy nominee, that affects people subconsciously. If you say you are a Grammy winner, that’s more impressive. So, hypothetically, winning would have some prestige attached to it. But someone told me on my eighth loss, ‘Getting nominated over and over again is a career. One potential win, and then never being heard of again, is a flash in the pan.’ So, to be nominated again and again is a huge honour. And, if I have to be really frank, other than the few artistes, like my father [Pandit Ravi Shankar], Zakir uncle [Hussain], and legends who transcend everything, for the rest, it’s down to who’s willing to play the game, who does the networking, and who shows up for the nomination branches. To people who are willing to put in that effort, it’s cool. But that’s not for me. I feel each chapter of the miniseries has gotten better. After all these years in the industry, what do you continue to do to hone your craft?In February, I will mark my 30th anniversary [as a musician]. So, there’s been a long arc of progression. But in the last few years, my focus has been on removing as much filter between me and my music as possible. That means allowing myself to be more vulnerable and allowing people [access] into my craft and the emotions that [lead to] my music. It can seem to be intimidating. I’m just making melodies; music that people can connect to, emotionally. So, I’m simplifying it. I’m choosing to call it play, instead of practice. And that changes the attitude of how I approach my music. It’s playful; about making connection. Creating vulnerability and closeness with my instrument has been a big part of my recent journey. Also, when you collaborate with another artiste, especially from a different traditional culture, you open yourself up to this whole other world and style of music. Does being vulnerable make you a better musician? I wouldn’t go so far as to say that music is my therapy. It might be my outlet, but it’s not my therapy. My therapy is my therapy. Growing up, having difficult experiences, and learning from that, I know that we all need each other. I have a language for my experiences. I also have experiences that I can help others with. Having endured a difficult phase puts me in a place where I can help someone else. I started to apply that in my art. When we hear music that artistes of your kind create, we wonder if there’s scope to bring that within the mainstream music space. Do you believe there is scope to bridge these areas?There is a lot of scope to use a wide range of music in Indian films and broaden the range of music that exists. But it needs people who are willing to take that chance. Within the music and film industries, across the globe, everything is getting narrower—the people who take the financial decisions take the safest decisions because they feel like it’s guaranteed to give back what they invest. It’s understandable. But there’s an element of risk-taking that needs to happen if you want to go broad. Because Indian cinema has opened up to such a large extent, there will be a ripple effect, and a lot more rooms will open up for the kind of music that supports this.
20 January,2025 07:26 AM IST | Mumbai | Sonia LullaEnding her five-year hiatus, Sagarika Z Ghatge is returning to the screen with Lalaat, directed by Jaivi Dhanda. The actor was last seen in the television film, Footfairy (2020). What kept her away from acting for half a decade? “It was a combination of not being excited with the offers that came my way, and feeling that a break was the right thing to do,” she shares. When she was approached for Lalaat, it was an immediate yes for Ghatge. Her character of Bhagwati, a sculptor, had everything she was looking for to make a comeback. “Bhagwati is not only strong but also brave. I was tense when I took up this role, wondering if I’d be able to do justice to it. But if something scares you a little, you should take it up as an actor,” asserts the Chak De! India (2007) actor. With the OTT boom, opportunities may have shot up. But Ghatge notes that it hasn’t been easy for her to land a project. The perception that she doesn’t want to pursue acting only made things harder. “Perhaps there is a perception that I don’t want to work, but that’s far from the truth. There are plenty of opportunities with the variety of films and series being made today. However, it hasn’t been easy to land a film. After taking a break, getting back to work wasn’t simple. But I’m grateful to have a film now that will showcase my work.”
20 January,2025 07:18 AM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka SharmaFrom Vivek Oberoi’s PM Narendra Modi (2019) to Kangana Ranaut’s latest release Emergency, politicians and their journeys have often found a place in Hindi cinema. Now, another biopic is in the works. Mid-day has learnt that a biopic on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is being helmed by Ravindra Gautam, who previously directed the second season of Maharani. Anant Joshi, seen in 12th Fail (2023) and Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery (2023), will portray the younger version of Adityanath in the yet-untitled film that will trace how a boy, born as Ajay Singh Bisht in Uttarakhand, became among the most influential figures of the Bharatiya Janata Party. A source close to the production revealed, “The movie delves deep into Yogi Adityanath’s early years, his spiritual awakening at the Gorakhnath Math, and his eventual rise in politics. Anant’s portrayal captures the inner conflict and drive of a young man seeking purpose.” In the 1990s, Adityanath left his home and became a disciple of Mahant Avaidyanath, the then-chief of the Gorakhnath Math. He was made the head seer after Avaidyanath’s demise in 2014. Yogi Adityanath; (right) Paresh Rawal. Pics/AFP, Instagram In the movie, Paresh Rawal has been cast as Avaidyanath, Adityanath’s spiritual mentor, whose teachings profoundly influenced his life. The biopic, which rolled last November, has been shot extensively across Uttar Pradesh, including Gorakhpur, the seat of Adityanath’s spiritual and political journey. Currently, the team is filming in Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Mumbai. Another insider adds, “The team also shot at the Guru Nanak Khalsa college last week. Before that, they conducted a 45-day schedule in north India, filming in Rishikesh and other iconic locations connected to Adityanath’s life. After the Mumbai schedule, it will be a wrap on the project.” We reached out to Gautam, who did not respond till press time.
20 January,2025 07:12 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuBollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is currently undergoing treatment at Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital following a stabbing incident at his Bandra residence in the early hours of January 16. His sister Soha Ali Khan said that he is "recovering well". Soha Ali Khan shares update on Saif Ali Khan's health While speaking to the media during an event, she said, "We are happy that he is recovering well and we are very thankful and we feel very blessed and grateful that it wasn't any worse. Thank you for all your wishes." The attack occurred when an intruder, later identified as Mohd Shariful Islam Shehzad, entered the actor's home with alleged intentions of theft. Saif, attempting to intervene during a confrontation between the intruder and his housemaid, sustained stab wounds to his thoracic spine. The Mumbai Police on Sunday morning confirmed that the person arrested for allegedly attacking actor Saif Ali Khan is an illegal immigrant from Bangladesh. As per the police statement, various investigation teams were formed to investigate the crime, and a case has been registered under sections 311, 312, 331(4), 331(6), and 331(7) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS). According to the hospital administration, Saif Ali Khan is recovering well and has been moved from the ICU to a normal room. The surgery, which involved removing a 2.5-inch-long blade, was successful. While the actor is now "out of danger," medical staff are closely monitoring his condition. When will Saif Ali Khan be discharged? The Lilavati Hospital doctors are likely to decide on giving discharge to actor Saif Ali Khan on Monday morning, the senior doctors at the hospital said on Sunday evening. Confirming the development, treating consultant and Nuero Surgeon Dr Nitin Dange told mid-day, "the actor is doing fine now." Dr Niraj Uttamani, COO of the Lilavati Hospital in Bandra west said, "the actor is doing fine and tomorrow morning, we will evaluate the parameters and decide on his discharge, accordingly." Dr. Uttamani said, "The actor has responded well to the treatment and on Monday, we will decide on his discharge."
19 January,2025 10:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSaif Ali Khan was recently attacked by an intruder in an attempt of burglary at his Bandra residence. The actor is currently at Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai. While Saif is recovering, his wife Kareena Kapoor paid a visit to him, accompanied by her two sons, Taimur Ali Khan and Jeh.’ Kareena Kapoor takes Jeh & Taimur hospital View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) It was on Sunday when Kareena was snapped arriving at the hospital with both of her kids, who had come to see their dad. Kareena was accompanied by heavy security. The actress was seen wearing a T-shirt and jeans. Several other members of their family have also been visiting Saif Ali Khan in the hospital. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Netizens react to viral video Now, as the clip of Kareena entering the hospital went viral, netizens started reacting to it. One user wrote, "Poor kids. Must be so traumatised. Kareena and Saif were that couple who were friendly with paps and wanted their kids to lead a normal life unlike other celeb couples. The paps must at least let them be now." Another commented, "Really sad to see... The trauma the family is going through is unimaginable.” A third user shared, "How scary it must have been for this little boy when his father was being attacked." Special prayers were offered at the dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chishti in Ajmer for the health and well-being of Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan. Devotees and fans of the actor gathered to pray for his long life and also offered prayers at the sacred Jannati Gate, seeking blessings for his speedy recovery. About the Saif Ali Khan stabbing case On Thursday, a miscreant in his early 30s entered Saif Ali Khan’s 11th-floor apartment, allegedly demanded Rs 1 crore, injured the family’s nanny, and later stabbed Khan with a blade six times before escaping. Khan, who bled profusely, was rushed to Lilavati Hospital by his family in an autorickshaw, where he underwent surgery and is said to be stable. Meanwhile, police are also analysing their database of history-sheeter robbers matching the description of the suspect caught on the CCTV camera of the Satguru Sharan building on St. Teresa Road, Bandra West, where Khan’s family resides.
19 January,2025 06:54 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSpecial prayers were offered at the dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chishti in Ajmer for the health and well-being of Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan. Devotees and fans of the actor gathered to pray for his long life and also offered prayers at the sacred Jannati gate, seeking blessings for his speedy recovery. Khadim Qutubuddin Sakhi, associated with Bollywood, led the prayers and expressed heartfelt wishes for Saif Ali Khan's swift return to good health. Speaking to the media persons, he said that prayers were offered for the well-being of Saif Ali Khan who sustained grave injuries after being attacked by the miscreant who barged into his residence with the intention to loot. "Prayers were offered for the well-being of Saif who is presently in hospital in Mumbai and undergoing treatment after he sustained injuries. We all have prayed here to ensure that he should get well soon," he said. He added that fans of Saif along with devotees prayed for his quick recovery. "Everybody prayed for Saif. Holy threads were also offered here for his long life," he said. On Thursday, a miscreant in his early 30s entered Saif Ali Khan’s 11th-floor apartment, allegedly demanded Rs 1 crore, injured the family’s nanny, and later stabbed Khan with a blade six times before escaping. Khan, who bled profusely, was rushed to the Lilavati hospital by his family in an autorickshaw, where he underwent surgery and is said to be stable. Meanwhile, police are also analysing their database on history sheeter robbers matching the description of the suspect caught on CCTV camera of the Satguru Sharan building on St Terra Road, Bandra West, where Khan’s family resides.
19 January,2025 01:49 PM IST | Ajmer | IANSThe recent attack on Saif Ali Khan by an intruder at his Mumbai home has left everyone shocked. Veteran actor and politician Saif Ali Khan has reacted to the incident and also made a humble appeal. While sharing his opinion on the matter, he took to X and shared an AI-generated picture of Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan in the hospital. Shatrughan Sinha asks to stop blame game In the AI photo, Saif lied on the hospital bed while Kareena sat next to him. Both of them smiled in the picture. Sharing it, Shatrughan wrote, "Very sad & unfortunate the tragic attack on our near, dear & loved #SaifAliKhan which injured him severely. Thank God he is healing well to recovery. Profound regards to my all time favourite 'show man' filmmaker #RajKapoor's granddaughter #KareenaKapoorKhan & the family." He added, "One humble appeal please stop the 'blame game', police are doing their job well. We certainly appreciate our CM & HM, Maharashtra @Dev_Fadnavis for his concern & remedial measures. Let's not complicate the matter further. The matter will be solved soon, sooner the better." Shatrughan also added, "Thanks to Depty CMs @AjitPawarSpeaks & our friend @mieknathshinde for their kind words, extreme care & efforts. After all Saif is one of the most brilliant star/actor & also both a Padmashri & National Award winner. Law will take it's own course as things are moving in the right direction. Get well soon (folded hands emoji)." Very sad & unfortunate the tragic attack on our near, dear & loved #SaifAliKhan which injured him severely. Thank God he is healing well to recovery. Profound regards to my all time favorite 'show man' filmmaker #RajKapoor's granddaughter #KareenaKapoorKhan & the family. One… pic.twitter.com/R16hEDrXQT — Shatrughan Sinha (@ShatruganSinha) January 19, 2025 Saif Ali Khan attacked: Accused arrest from Thane The Mumbai Police on Sunday said that a man, identified as Mohammad Shariful Islam Shahzad, has been arrested from Maharashtra's Thane in the Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan attack case, adding that he could be originally from Bangladesh. Dikshit Gedam, DCP, Crime Branch Mumbai, while addressing a press conference here said, "There is primary evidence to anticipate that the accused is a Bangladeshi. He does not have valid Indian documents. Some seizures indicate that he is a Bangladeshi national..." He said that on January 16, at 2 a.m., actor Saif Ali Khan was attacked at his residence. "FIR was registered and one accused has been arrested. His name is Mohammad Shariful Islam Shehzad, he is 30 years old. He entered the house with the intention of robbery. He will be produced in the court and custody will be demanded," said the DCP. He further said, "The accused came to Mumbai 5 to 6 months ago. After that, he started living in various other areas and came to Mumbai 15 days ago He was using Vijay Das as his current name." "He used to work in a housekeeping agency. After entering India illegally he changed his name," the DCP said. The accused was caught near the Hiranandani Estate in Kasarvadavali, about 35 kilometres from Saif's residence. Initially, he said his name was Vijay Das and later grilling revealed his real name. He had changed his name out of fear of getting caught. Actor Saif Ali Khan suffered six stab wounds while struggling with the intruder who broke into his Bandra residence early on Thursday with the intent of robbery.
19 January,2025 11:16 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWhen Telugu director Gopichand Malineni had announced his next with Sunny Deol, he had promised that it would be an action extravaganza (Deol rises again as a one-man army, June 24). Seven months and four schedules later, it looks like he has stayed true to his word. In his bid to make Jaat one of Deol’s biggest action films, the director has roped in four stunt directors, each of whom has designed an elaborate action block. Sources tell us that Anal Arasu, Ram-Lakshman, Naga Venkat Naga, and Peter Hein of Kalki 2898 AD (2024) fame lead the action team. A source says, “The sets have been designed by Avinash Kolla. The first set-piece involved a car chase sequence choreographed by Peter Hein. Another action block involves hand-to-hand combat that takes place inside a police station and ends with Sunny using a huge fan as a weapon. It was choreographed by Naga Venkat. Both the set-pieces were shot in Hyderabad last year. Another fight sequence aboard a ship was designed by Ram-Lakshman, and filmed at the Panambur port in Mangalore last month. Sunny also shot an ambitious action piece set in Agumbe forest in Mangalore last November. It will be one of the major highlights of the film.” Jaat, also starring Saiyami Kher and Regina Cassandra, is almost complete, save for one week’s shoot. Next week, Deol will kick off the last leg of the film in Mangalore. The source adds, “Only a few days’ work remains on Jaat. The major action blocks are complete.” If Deol’s protagonist who rises against the corrupt system is being shown as a mighty hero, the antagonists need to be powerful too. Keeping that in mind, Malineni has apparently roped in six actors as villains. “Sunny will face five villains, played by Randeep Hooda, Vineet Kumar Singh, Ajay Ghosh, Dayanand Shetty, Jagpathi Babu and Babloo Prithiveeraj. The director wants to make it bigger than Gadar 2: The Katha Continues [2023] in terms of action,” says the insider. Jaat will be released in Hindi, Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada and Tamil.
19 January,2025 09:09 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBRLeading the way for a cause Tamil superstar and Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) Chief Vijay will lead a protest march on January 20 at Eganapuram village against the proposed greenfield airport, which is set to become Chennai’s second airport. Vijay has sought permission to visit Eganapuram village in the Kanchipuram district, where the airport is planned. The protest aims to highlight the ongoing agitation by residents of about 20 villages, who have opposed the project since 2022. The actor requested permission to hold the meeting on January 19 or 20, so the Kanchipuram police gave approval for 20th. On Pongal, two TVK state office-bearers, Jagannathan and another member, visited Eganapuram and identified five acres of land for the gathering. The project requires the acquisition of 5,746 acres across 20 villages, with plans to complete the airport by 2028. Demonstrations, including nighttime protests, recently marked their 900th day on January 10. Keralathil swagatham Sidhrth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor Janhvi Kapoor and Sidharth Malhotra travelled to Kerala yesterday for a month-long shoot of Param Sundari. Like fans, we are eager to see the two pair up for the first time in Tushar Jalota’s directorial venture. Jalota is known for Dasvi. The film will also mark Sid’s return to the romantic genre after years. The story is a romantic clash between north and south, featuring banter, laughs, and some fresh tunes. An emotional wrap-up Chitrangda Singh has finished filming for the fifth instalment of the Housefull franchise and expressed her emotional connection to the project, saying she will miss the “vibe.” The actor shared a video on her Instagram stories of getting her hair done for the last time as her Housefull 5 character. In the clip, she said, “This is the end of Housefull. Today is the last day for me. I am feeling a bit emotional. I am going to miss this vibe.” Chitrangda will share screen space with Akshay Kumar again after Desi Boyz (2011) and Khel Khel Mein (2024).
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