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Sanjana Sanghi on Sushant Singh Rajput, slams toxic comments on social media

Updated on Jul 23, 2020 06:18 IST

<p>As Dil Bechara actor Sanjana Sanghi gets ready for the release of her debut with Sushant Singh Rajput, she says she doesn't know what to feel. “It was not supposed to happen like this, in the middle of a pandemic, without Sushant by my side,” the actor says. Sushant's death on June 14 left the entire country shocked with grief turning into anger. With so much negativity on social media and off it, Sanjana requests fans to turn their grief and anger into a celebration of Sushant's life and his last work. “In my humble opinion, Dil Bechara is Sushant's best performance. We owe it to Sushant Singh Rajput to convert this toxicity and negativity into hope and a celebration of his life,” she said in an exclusive interview. Dil Bechara releases on Disney+ Hotstar on July 24.</p>

Sushant Singh Rajput death: Journalist Rajeev Masand records his statement

<p>Rajeev Masand records his statement in the Sushant Singh Rajput death case. The film critic and journalist reached Bandra Police station on July 21. So far, the police have recorded statements of over 36 people. On June 18, Rhea Chakraborty recorded her statement in the case. Last week, Rhea demanded a probe by the CBI into his suicide. She wrote to Home Minister Amit Shah to initiate an inquiry. Watch the full video more details. </p>

Updated on Jul 21, 2020 12:38 IST

Mukesh Chhabra reveals one thing Sushant Singh Rajput always told him

<p>Mukesh Chhabra shares his fondest memories of actor Sushant Singh Rajput ahead of the realse of the film, Dil Bechara. Dil Bechara will be the last film of Sushant Singh Rajput who died by suicide on June 14. “I was only about one film but Sushant had so much to do, so much to talk about. I always thought I could learn from him,” the debutante director said about the actor. Mukesh also holds forth on the insider-outsider debate that has been raging in the film industry after Sushant's death.</p>

Updated on Jul 21, 2020 05:33 IST

Vidya Balan on how her life changed in 2008: ‘Acceptance of the self happened’

<p>Vidya Balan laughs with abandon as she juggles question on math ahead of debuting as 'the Human Computer' in Shakuntala Devi. “You will have to watch the film for that,” she says with a big guffaw. The actor who was has battled immense criticism in the earlier phase of her career is in a happy and secure place now. Talking about what changed in her life around 2008, Vidya says, “I realised I had to be accepted by only one person which is the one in the mirror, because everyone else is not to be depended upon”.</p>

Updated on Jul 18, 2020 08:21 IST

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, daughter Aaradhya admitted to hospital over Covid concerns

<p>Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and daughter Aaradhya have been admitted to Nanavati hospital. The mother-daughter duo was in self-quarantine after having tested positive for Covid. As per sources, both Aishwarya and Aaradhya have developed breathlessness. Amitabh and Abhishek Bachchan had been admitted to Nanavati previously. Amitabh Bachchan was tested Covid-19 positive on July 11. Later, Abhishek, Aishwarya and Aaradhya also tested positive for Covid.</p>

Updated on Jul 18, 2020 03:24 IST

Shekhar Ravjiani on how reality music shows can be good & bad for budding singers

<p>As part of HT City Spotlight, musician Shekhar Ravjiani, Chairman & Co-founder of GIIS Atul Temurnikar and singer Harshdeep Kaur engaged in a lively discussion on the importance of training young talent in music. Speaking on mentoring budding singers, Ravjiani explained how reality music shows can be good and bad for budding singers. He added that the focus of learning is very important. Watch the full video for details.</p>

Updated on Jul 17, 2020 14:36 IST

Raat Akeli Hai: Stop typecasting Nawazuddin Siddiqui as gangster; he’s cop now

<p>Raat Akeli Hai, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Radhika Apte, Tigmanshu Dhulia, Shweta Tripathi, Shivani Raghuvanshi, Nishant Dahiya, Ila Arun, Swanand Kirkire and Aditya Srivastava, is the story of an extremely mysterious murder. A mysterious murder where the only suspects are from the same family, with each member having a hidden motive. Will Jatil (Nawazuddin Siddiqui) find his way to the truth or lose tracks midway?</p>

Updated on Jul 17, 2020 08:58 IST

Sushant Singh Rajput death: Rhea Chakraborty requests Amit Shah for CBI probe

<p>Sushant Singh Rajput's rumored girlfriend Rhea Chakraborty requested Union Home Minister Amit Shah to initiate a CBI inquiry in his death case. She took to Twitter saying, “I request you with folded hands to initiate a CBI enquiry. I only want to understand what pressures prompted Sushant to take this step.” Watch the video for more details. </p>

Updated on Jul 16, 2020 11:40 IST

Kalki Koechlin: There’s still a lot of toxic masculinity in commercial cinema

<p>Bollywood actor Kalki Koechlin speaks exclusively to HT City Entertainment Editor, Monika Rawal, about spending time in lockdown with her 5-month-old daughter, Sappho and having a partner who shares the load with her. Known for her films such as Dev D, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Margarita With a Straw, Kalki says she never wanted to be an insider and considers Bollywood as a business not a family, and asserts that one has to make their work valuable to be accepted by the system. She also opens up about social media toxicity, the stereotypes that exist and that she was once told to get botox for her laughter lines and how her big teeth also get a lot of attention.</p>

Updated on Jul 16, 2020 02:31 IST

Madhur Bhandarkar: The anger after Sushant Singh Rajput’s death won’t subside easily

<p>Bollywood filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar speaks exclusively to HT City Entertainment Editor, Monika Rawal, about the current scenario in the film industry, the tension and fear among everyone who is being extra careful being saying anything. Talking about actor Sushant Singh Rajput's unfortunate and untimely demise, Madhur says that it has given a strong narrative and introspection to the entire industry. Sharing his views on the existence of nepotism, insider vs outsiders debate, toxic star culture, the filmmaker says that no mafia, nexus or coterie in Bollywood should suppress talent or bully them. He also talks about whether the industry is ready to resume work and how he wrote multiple scripts in this lockdown and would be back on the big screen with an explosive story.</p>

Updated on Jul 13, 2020 14:34 IST

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, daughter Aaradhya test positive for Covid-19

<p>Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and daughter Aaradhya have tested positive for Covid-19. Earlier, Amitabh and Abhishek also tested positive. Jaya Bachchan has, however, tested negative. Amitabh is currently admitted to Nanavati hospital's isolation unit. The 77-year-old actor confirmed his diagnosis on Twitter.</p>

Updated on Jul 12, 2020 14:13 IST

Anubhav Sinha: ‘Insider-outsider debate superficial, starkids have their share of difficulties’

<p>From Ra.One to Mulk, from mainstream masala to films that he always wanted to make but perhaps never realised, Anubhav Sinha has come a long way. The director of the recent Thappad in a freewheeling chat on his films, his take-no-prisoners approach on social media and the nepotism debate that was reignited after actor Sushant Singh Rajput's death.</p>

Updated on Jul 12, 2020 12:32 IST

Watch: Anupam Kher shares a message after his family tests Covid-19 positive

<p>Bollywood actor Anupam Kher's family tested positive for Covid-19. His mother, brother, sister-in-law and niece tested positive. His mother has been admitted to Kokilaben Hospital in Mumbai while Anupam's brother and his family has quarantined inside their house. Watch the full video for more details.</p>

Updated on Jul 12, 2020 08:50 IST

Priyanka, Shahid wish Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek a speedy recovery from Covid-19

<p>Bollywood wishes Amitabh Bachchan and son Abhishek Bachchan speedy recovery from Covid-19. Priyanka Chopra, Shahid Kapoor & several others took to Twitter sending their support and prayers. Big B shared the news on Twitter after being tested positive. He appealed to everyone who had met him in the last 10 days to get tested. Watch the full video for more.</p>

Updated on Jul 12, 2020 05:21 IST

Covid: Amitabh Bachchan, son Abhishek Bachchan infected, admitted to hospital

<p>Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan tested positive for Covid-19. The actor shared the news on social media and appealed to everyone who had met him in the last 10 days to get tested. Amitabh's son Abhishek Bachchan also tested positive for coronavirus. Other family members and staff were also tested and their result is awaited. Watch the video for more details.</p>

Updated on Jul 11, 2020 18:56 IST

Charlize Theron interview: Old Guard star reveals advice she’d give her younger self

<p>Forever is harder than it looks. Led by a warrior named Andy (Charlize Theron), a covert group of tight-knit mercenaries with a mysterious inability to die have fought to protect the mortal world for centuries. But when the team is recruited to take on an emergency mission and their extraordinary abilities are suddenly exposed, it's up to Andy and Nile (Kiki Layne), the newest soldier to join their ranks, to help the group eliminate the threat of those who seek to replicate and monetize their power by any means necessary, in Netflix's The Old Guard.</p>

Updated on Jul 9, 2020 18:55 IST

Jagdeep funeral | ‘Father was loved by everyone in Bollywood’: Javed Jaaferi

<p>Veteran actor Jagdeep will be laid to rest at a cemetery in south Mumbai. His sons Javed Jaaferi and Naved Jaaferi were present at the funeral. Actor Johny Lever also attended Jagdeep's funeral. Jagdeep died at the age of 81 at his residence on July 08. He had not been keeping well because of age related issuesJagdeep was best known for his role as Soorma Bhopali in Sholay.</p>

Published on Jul 9, 2020 11:05 IST

Priyanka Chopra to join Meghan Markle, Michelle Obama at virtual summit on gender equality

<p>Actor Priyanka Chopra has been invited as guest speaker at virtual summit on gender equality. The 37-year-old actor took to Twitter on Thursday to announce the same. Priyanka will join Meghan Markle and Michelle Obama at the Girl Up Leadership Summit. Nobel laureate Nadia Murad, Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg are also on the panel. Priyanka's fans are excited to see her at the summit.</p>

Updated on Jul 9, 2020 09:25 IST

Sholay’s Soorma Bhopali, Jagdeep passes away, tributes pour in from celebs

<p>Veteran actor-comedian Jagdeep passes away. Jagdeep died at the age of 81 at his residence on July 08. He was best known for his role as Soorma Bhopali in Sholay. The actor also worked in Purana Mandir and Andaz Apna Apna. He is survived by two sons - Javed and Naved Jafri. Jagdeep's death was mourned by the film fraternity. Watch the full video for more. </p>

Updated on Jul 9, 2020 08:44 IST

‘Wear the damn mask’: American actor Mathew McConaughey’s message amid Covid

<p>American actor Mathew McConaughey has a message for fans amid Covid outbreak. McConaughey urged people to wear a mask while stepping out. The 'Gentlemen' actor shared the video message on Instagram.</p>

Published on Jul 7, 2020 07:27 IST

Abhishek Bachchan on completing 20 yrs in films: ‘Find flaws in all my work’

<p>As Abhishek Bachchan completes two decades in films, he speaks about how he watches his films everyday and takes notes. “I watch my films almost daily, I make several notes about how to improve. What is nice is if I go back and revisit my notes about film I have seen several times, they keep on changing which means I am evolving as an actor. That is good news,” he says. The actor makes his web debut with Amazon Prime's Breathe Into The Shadows where he is co-starring with Nithya Menen and Amit Sadh.</p>

Updated on Jul 7, 2020 02:46 IST

Dil Bechara trailer: Sushant Singh Rajput’s last film is a tragic love story

<p>Sushant Singh Rajput is back on screen one last time as Dil Bechara trailer came out on Monday. The official remake of Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort's The Fault In Our Stars, Dil Bechara casts Sushant and debutante Sanjana Sanghi as two youngsters battling cancer with a stoic aplomb. Directed by Mukesh Chhabra, Dil Bechara will release on Disney+ Hotstar on July 24. The streaming platform has made the film available for free as a tribute to Sushant who died on June 14. This is the last film of the actor who has given memorable performances in MS Dhoni biopic, Chhichhore and many others.</p>

Updated on Jul 6, 2020 13:11 IST

Nithya Menen on Breathe 2, playing Jayalalithaa, comparisons with Kangana Ranaut

<p>Ahead of the release of her digital debut Breathe: Into The Shadows, Nithya Menen opened up in an interview with Hindustan Times about the OTT space, her experience of working with Abhishek Bachchan, playing Jayalalithaa in The Iron Lady and her films getting remade in Hindi.</p>

Updated on Jul 6, 2020 13:57 IST

Aditi Rao Hydari opens up on casting couch, says ‘bullying’ afterwards is worse

<p>Aditi Rao Hydari, who made her full-fledged Malayalam debut in Sufiyum Sujatayum, got candid in an interview with Hindustan Times. She opened up about the preparation that went behind playing a mute character, the OTT vs theatrical release debate, casting couch and more.</p>

Updated on Jul 6, 2020 13:57 IST

Amit Trivedi on music, nepotism and working with Sushant Singh Rajput

<p>Amit Trivedi talks to Ruchi Kaushal of Hindustan Times about music, films and nepotism. The Kai Po Che and Kedarnath singer also opens about working closely with Sushant Singh Rajput and how heartbroken he is on his passing away. </p>

Updated on Jul 5, 2020 02:44 IST

Sona Mohapatra on music mafia, #MeToo, & why she refuses to shut up

<p>Sushant Singh Rajput's tragic death by suicide triggered the outsider vs insider debate in Bollywood. Singer Sonu Nigam's video blog on favouritism in the music industry added fuel to fire. Singer Sona Mohapatra is as well known for openly airing her views as for her work. We spoke to her amid the raging debate on an alleged 'mafia' in the music industry, on her new documentary film 'Shut Up Sona' and more.</p>

Updated on Jul 4, 2020 16:27 IST

Taapsee Pannu: ‘Was treated like a struggler in Bollywood with south ki heroine tag’

<p>Bollywood actor Taapsee Pannu speaks to HT City Entertainment Editor, Monika Rawal, about her journey from South Indian film industry to Bollywood, her initial days when she was made to feel like a newcomer and the constant push to get into camps and power tables. She also opens up about the current debate on nepotism culture, favouritism, insiders vs outsiders in the industry, all of which came in spotlight after actor Sushant Singh Rajput's death. On dealing with the Covid-19 crisis, Taapsee shares her idea of new normal and admits that she's raring to go back to work.</p>

Updated on Jul 4, 2020 09:04 IST

RIP Saroj Khan: Tributes pour in for Bollywood’s ‘masterji’

<p>Bollywood choreographer Saroj Khan died of a cardiac arrest at the age of 71 on Friday morning. She was admitted to Mumbai's Guru Nanak Hospital last month after she complained of trouble in breathing. Saroj Khan was in the hospital since June 17 after she complained of breathing difficulties. She had tested negative for the coronavirus disease (Covid-19). Her funeral took place on Friday morning in Malad, Mumbai.</p>

Updated on Jul 3, 2020 07:07 IST

Veteran Bollywood choreographer Saroj Khan dies of cardiac arrest

<p>Ace Bollywood choreographer Saroj Khan died of cardiac arrest. The 71-year-old veteran choreographer died late on Thursday night. Khan was admitted to Mumbai's Guru Nanak Hospital last month. Khan was in hospital since June 17 after she complained of breathing difficulties. The Bollywood choreographer had tested negative for Covid-19. Khan is survived by her husband, son Hamid Khan and two daughters.</p>

Updated on Jul 3, 2020 06:17 IST

Priyanka Chopra responds to Anubhav Sinha’s shout-out, refers to ‘Thappad’

<p>Actor Priyanka Chopra has signed a multimillion-dollar deal with Amazon for television content and filmmaker Anubhav Sinha is proud. Sinha shared a tweet about how she managed great success in her career despite others' attempts to pull her down. Priyanka has thanked him for his support. Priyanka's fans also showed their support for the actor and her hard work through the years.</p>

Updated on Jul 2, 2020 19:09 IST

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