Author: Ankita Singh

Actor Sunny Singh recently took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as he celebrated a decade since the release of the cult romantic comedy “Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2.”

Reflecting on a Special Milestone

The actor shared an emotional post on social media, expressing gratitude for a film that continues to resonate with audiences globally. Sunny wrote, “Time flies, but memories stay forever. 10 years of Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2. What a journey it’s been. A decade later, the love still feels the same. Thank you, love, sir, for the trust, belief, and unforgettable moments of this beautiful journey.”

Fan and Co-star Reactions

His heartfelt post garnered affectionate reactions from fans and co-stars alike. Actor Karthik Aryan, who played one of the leads in the film, dropped a series of heart emojis. In the carousel post, Sunny showcased multiple behind-the-scenes pictures of the cast and crew from the movie shoot. Directed by Luv Ranjan, the film was released on October 16, 2015, as a standalone sequel to the 2011 sleeper hit “Pyaar Ka Punchnama.”

An Ensemble Cast

The film featured an ensemble cast, including Karthik Aryan, Sunny Singh, Omkar Kapoor, Nusrratt Bharrucha, Sonali Sehgal, and Ishita Raj Sharma. With its humorous and exaggerated depiction of modern relationships, the film effectively captured the dilemmas of young love, male frustration, and emotional chaos in contemporary dating.

Iconic Moments

One of the movie’s biggest highlights was Karthik Aryan’s iconic 7-minute monologue, which became a viral sensation and a defining moment in his career. “Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2” achieved box office success, further solidifying the bond between Karthik Aryan, Sunny Singh, and director Luv Ranjan.

The trio came together again later for the 2018 blockbuster “Sonu Ki Titu Ki Sweety.” Meanwhile, Karthik Aryan has continued his rise to stardom, recently winning the Filmfare Award for his latest release, “Chandu Champion.”

Actress Genelia D’Souza is making waves with her fitness and festive fashion choices this week. The actress, who has been spotted at various Diwali celebrations, showcased her commitment to health by hitting the gym early in the morning, ensuring she balances festive indulgence with her fitness routine.

Intense Workout Session

In a recent social media story, Genelia shared a video of her rigorous workout where she was seen performing squats with a weight of 30 kgs. She captioned the post humorously: “Diwali nights, kids early morning schedules, what to do, what to do, what to do.” Dressed in a stylish blue athletic outfit, Genelia looked focused and determined throughout her training session.

Stunning Festive Looks

Her fitness post follows her stunning festive appearances on social media. Genelia recently shared a series of photos showcasing her in a cream and red embroidered lehenga by designer Vikram Phadnis, complemented by exquisite silver jewellery. She generously credited the stylist and designer in her caption, exuding traditional elegance.

In another beautiful ensemble, Genelia dazzled in a gold and bronze sari designed by Manish Malhotra, paired with an ethnic bun adorned with ‘ghungroos’. This look was sported at Manish Malhotra’s grand Diwali bash.

Recent Film Projects

On the professional front, Genelia was last seen in “Sitaare Zameen Par,” starring alongside superstar Aamir Khan, where her performance received mixed reviews. Additionally, she made her Marathi film debut with “Ved,” directed by her husband, Ritesh Deshmukh, who also starred in the movie. “Ved” became one of the highest-grossing Marathi films of the year.

A Beautiful Love Story

Genelia and Ritesh’s love story began on the sets of their debut film “Tujhe Mere Kasam,” which released in 2003. They tied the knot in 2012 and have often been seen as a deeply in love couple, creating a beautiful family together.

The couple are proud parents to two sons, Riyan and Rahyl, who frequently charm the paparazzi with their adorable smiles and folded hands.

Actress Sana Saeed, known for her role as little Anjali Khanna, Shah Rukh Khan’s daughter in “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,” recently honored the film’s 27th anniversary with a heartfelt tribute on social media. She shared a nostalgic photo from the 20th anniversary celebration held in 2018.

In her post, she wrote, “27 years of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. One of the most important films that made me fall in love with cinema. Some stories don’t just entertain, they shape dreams.”

A Bollywood Milestone

Directed by Karan Johar and produced by Dharma Productions, “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai” was released on October 16, 1998, and quickly became one of the biggest blockbusters in Bollywood history.

Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukherjee, the film redefined themes of romance and friendship for audiences. Its music, composed by Jatin Lalit, features timeless hits like “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,” “Tujhe Yaad Na Meri Aayi,” “Ladki Badi Anjani Hai,” and “Koi Mil Gaya,” which continue to resonate even today.

Nostalgia from Karan Johar

Karan Johar also took to social media to celebrate the milestone, sharing, “27 years, some beautiful and candid moments from our set of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, a set filled with love, too much banter, and happiness. Thank you to everyone for the love you continue to give this film. It means everything to me.” He included a rare behind-the-scenes picture showcasing himself, Shah Rukh Khan, and Kajol in a light-hearted moment during a filming break.

Dharma Productions and Kajol Join In

Dharma Productions released a video montage featuring some of the film’s most memorable scenes, captioned as “A film that will always make you say, Tussi ja rahe ho, tussi na jao.” This tribute celebrates 27 years of “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,” a story that beautifully redefined pyaar, dosti, and everything in between for generations.

Kajol also participated in the celebration, resharing the Dharma post on her social media story, taking fans on a delightful trip down memory lane.

Television actor Abhishek Malik recently shared insights into the characteristics he seeks in a life partner.

Values in a Life Partner

He emphasized respect, understanding, and loyalty as essential qualities. Abhishek hopes for someone who cherishes family and stands by him during life’s challenges. “I want someone who respects and understands my family. Life has ups and downs, especially in our industry, so mutual understanding is very important. I wish for someone who values relationships, helps build a warm home, stays loyal, and supports us through everything,” he expressed.

His New Show: ‘Saas Bahu Aur Swaad’

Talking about his latest project, ‘Saas Bahu Aur Swaad,’ Abhishek stated, “The biggest reason I agreed to do this show is that it’s a Balaji show. Secondly, it’s a very different kind of story. Usually, we see enmity between a mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, but here, there’s immense love between them. They support each other’s dreams, face obstacles together, and stand by one another through everything.”

He plays Karan, a husband who helps his wife and mother pursue their ambitions. “This is my first digital show, and I’m truly blessed that Balaji thought of me for this role,” he added.

Chemistry and Audience Response

Abhishek mentioned, “The show is made with a lot of love. When I met Chahat, who plays my wife Riya, our chemistry just clicked. The audience is already showering love on Karan and Riya. We receive so many DMs and fan messages—our hashtag ‘#Riyan’ is trending! People have been asking for Season 2, and if this love continues, we will definitely come back with it.”

Background

Abhishek Malik began his acting career in 2012 with “Chhal – Sheh Aur Maat.” He is known for his performances as Harshad Saxena in “Kaisi Yeh Yaariaan,” Rohan Srivastav in “Yeh Hai Mohabbatein,” and Rohan Sippy in “Kahaan Hum Kahaan Tum.”

Actor-comedian Kiku Sharda, known for his delightful comic performances on television, recently shared insights about his off-screen personality.

In an exclusive interview, Kiku revealed that while he brings joy and laughter to audiences, he is relatively reserved in real life and doesn’t converse as much as people might anticipate. He stated, “Being a comic actor didn’t make much difference inside the house. I didn’t feel any pressure to be funny all the time, nor did I go in with that intention. Just because I do comedy on TV doesn’t mean I’m joking around 24/7 in real life.”

Balancing Comedy and Reality

“Off-screen, I’m quite reserved — I don’t talk as much as people might expect. So, comedy wasn’t a burden on the show, but yes, I did get to perform during the weekend segments, which became a light-hearted relief for everyone. Those moments helped balance out the heaviness of the competition,” he added.

Kiku Sharda was recently evicted from the OTT-based reality show “Rise and Fall.” Reflecting on his experience, he remarked, “The five weeks I spent on the show were quite an experience. There were moments when things felt a bit overwhelming, but everything was real — real emotions, real reactions. I wanted to stay the same inside the house as I am outside. I didn’t want to pretend, make fake friends, or fake enemies.”

Learning and Growing

Kiku also shared, “Initially, I was a bit confused for the first couple of weeks trying to understand what was happening around me. But once I figured out how the game worked, I realized that strategy was important — you had to think ahead and be smart. Overall, I enjoyed the journey and learned a few things about myself too.”

Television Highlights

In terms of his work, Kiku is widely recognized for his role as Constable Mulayam Singh Gulgule in Sony SAB’s hit comedy series “F.I.R.” He has also made notable appearances in “Comedy Nights with Kapil” on Colors TV and “The Kapil Sharma Show,” where he brought various memorable characters to life.

On Hema Malini’s 77th birthday, actress Esha Deol shared a heartfelt note for her beloved “mamma,” referring to the legendary actress-politician as the “Dream Girl of the nation.”

Esha took to Instagram to post two cherished photographs with her mother. One of the images captures a tender moment where she kisses Hema on the cheek.

“Happy birthday to my Queen my mamma & The Dream Girl of the nation…. We love you,” Esha wrote as the caption.

Hema Malini, renowned as one of the most successful leading actresses in Indian cinema, made her acting debut in 1963 with the Tamil film Idhu Sathiyam. She transitioned to Hindi cinema with her debut in Sapno Saudagar in 1968.

Her iconic title “Dream Girl” was bestowed upon her following her role in the 1977 film of the same name. Over a remarkable career spanning more than six decades, Hema has graced the screen in classics such as Seeta Aur Geeta, Tere Mere Sapne, Babul Ki Galiyaan, Haath Ki Safai, Dharmatma, Dillagi, and Sholay.

The actress’s most recent appearance was in the 2020 romantic drama Shimla Mirchi, directed by Ramesh Sippy and featuring Rajkummar Rao and Rakul Preet Singh alongside her.

On the personal front, Hema first met her husband Dharmendra while shooting for Tum Haseen Main Jawaan in 1970, marking the start of their long romance. They eventually tied the knot in 1980 and are proud parents to two daughters, Esha and Ahana Deol Vohra.

Speaking of Esha, she last appeared on screen in Tumko Meri Kasam, a film by Vikram Bhatt inspired by the life of Dr. Ajay Murdia, founder of Indira IVF. The cast also includes Anupam Kher, Ishwak Singh, and Adah Sharma.

Esha made her acting debut in the romantic thriller Koi Mere Dil Se Poochhe in 2002, followed by notable films like Aayutha Ezhuthu, Dhoom, Dus, Kaal, and the comedy No Entry.

Singer-actress Jennifer Lopez recently underwent a stunning transformation for her role in “Kiss of the Spider Woman.”

Reflecting on her experience making the film, Lopez shared her initial reservations about the transformation, as reported by ‘People’ magazine.

A Bold New Look

During her appearance on the ‘Howard Stern Show,’ host Howard Stern praised her performance and specifically complimented her character’s hairstyle. In this adaptation of the 1993 Broadway musical, JLo takes on the role of Ingrid Luna, featuring a striking platinum blonde look.

Plot Overview

The film tells the story of two prisoners in a repressive South American prison: a Marxist revolutionary (played by Diego Luna) and a gay window dresser imprisoned for “immoral behavior” (Tonatiuh). They escape their grim reality by imagining a Hollywood musical starring the fictional screen icon Ingrid Luna.

Transformative Experience

“I like you as a platinum blonde,” Stern remarked, highlighting how Lopez had been uncertain about her choice to go blonde for the movie.

Lopez admitted, “It was so different. I was just worried because I’d never had platinum blonde hair.” She explained that while she had experimented with blonde wigs in the past, “it always looked so terrible on (her) skin tone.”

She shared her concerns, stating, “I thought this would be bad. But it was a whole transformation. The skin needed to be transformed. I had to put more pink in my foundation.”

The singer-actress also noted that her usual lipsticks wouldn’t complement her new look. Her makeup artist, Scott Barnes, reassured her, saying, “I know how to do it. We’re going to make it beautiful.”

Lopez emphasized, “Everything changed. I turned into a different person. My hands moved differently. My body was different. Colors that I wore. Everything changed.”

Though she didn’t keep the blonde look after filming wrapped up, she embraced the dramatic change.

Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, renowned for works like ‘Black Friday’, ‘Paanch’, and ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’, appears to be feeling disheartened. The director-actor, who recently directed ‘Nishaanchi’, has updated his Instagram bio to reflect his sentiments.

He wrote, “Ab time chala gaya, fillam bhi chali gayi. Main bhi” (The time has gone, the film too came and went. I’m on the same path as well).

Though Kashyap hasn’t explicitly explained the meaning behind his words, it’s notable that he hasn’t delivered a significant hit since ‘Manmarziyaan’ or a cult classic since ‘Ugly’. His latest film, ‘Nishaanchi’, did not perform well at the box office, and his upcoming project, ‘Kennedy’, remains unreleased, facing a fate similar to his debut venture, ‘Paanch’, which also never made it to the theaters.

Moreover, the director frequently finds himself embroiled in controversies. The lack of recognition for his work, coupled with the controversies surrounding him, seems to have impacted him significantly.

Earlier this year, Kashyap was in the spotlight after making inappropriate comments about the Brahmin community. The backlash began when he responded to criticism of ‘Phule’, a biopic about social reformers Jyotirao Phule and Savitribai Phule. Some interpreted his remark as casteist, prompting outrage online and calls for legal action.

Following the controversy, his daughter, Aaliyah, along with other family members and colleagues, received rape and death threats from online trolls. Additionally, Kashyap faced legal consequences, with an FIR filed against him in Jaipur for using abusive language regarding the community.

In response to the uproar, he took to Instagram to issue an apology, expressing his commitment to being more careful with his words moving forward.

He stated in Hindi, “I forgot my limits while answering someone in anger. And bad-mouthing the entire Brahmin community, the same community of which all the people have been in my life, are still there and contribute a lot, they all have been hurt. My family is hurt. Many intellectuals, whom I respect, are hurt by my anger and the way I speak. By saying such a thing myself, I diverted my own thoughts from the issue.”

He further remarked, “I sincerely apologise to the Brahmin community to whom I did not want to say this, but in a fit of rage wrote a nasty comment while replying to someone. I apologise to all my fellow colleagues, to my family and to society for the way I spoke. I’ll work on it. I’ll work on my anger to ensure this doesn’t happen again. And if I have to talk about the issue, I will use the right words. I hope you do forgive me.”

The makers of the upcoming film “Dhurandhar” unveiled the title track on Thursday, offering an intense glimpse of Ranveer Singh’s character.

High-Energy Track

The dynamic track showcases Ranveer’s intense performance and sets the stage for this action-packed entertainer. Singh shared the upbeat number on Instagram, stating, “An Inferno will rise. Uncover the true story of The Unknown Men #Dhurandhar on 5th December 2025.” The title track features the actor performing high-octane stunts with a gun.

Musical Composition

Composed by Shashwat Sachdev and Charanjit Ahuja, the track combines modern hip-hop with Punjabi elements and cinematic flair. The vocals are performed by Hanumankind, Jasmine Sandlas, Sudhir Yaduvanshi, Shashwat Sachdev, Muhammad Sadiq, and Ranjit Kaur. The lyrics are penned by Hanumankind, Jasmine Sandlas, and Babu Singh Maan.

Director’s Insight

Music director and producer Shashwat Sachdev mentioned, “Na De Dil Pardesi Nu is a folk classic that carries deep emotion, making reimagining it for ‘Dhurandhar’ both an honour and a responsibility.” He explained, “The song was written into the film’s soul from the very beginning, and I crafted its sound from that initial spark. Ojas Gautam (Dhurandhar film DA) and I shaped the sonic energy around it until it became the heartbeat of the film. One night in the studio, Aditya Dhar, Hanumankind, and I captured an impromptu rap that infused raw energy into the track. This version resonates with those familiar with the original while appealing to a younger audience through its modern vibe.”

Upcoming Trailer and Release

In related news, the trailer for the film is set to release on 12th November. “Dhurandhar” is written, directed, and produced by Aditya Dhar, with Jyoti Deshpande and Lokesh Dhar also backing the project. The action thriller stars Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal.

The film is scheduled to hit theatres on December 5, 2025.

Veteran actress Zeenat Aman, renowned for her iconic roles and timeless charm, recently shared her thoughts on being selective when it comes to accepting the prestigious Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award.

Reflecting on her remarkable journey in cinema, she drew a heartfelt parallel between her first Filmfare Award in 1973 and her recent honour in 2025. Zeenat fondly recalled her days as a young, wide-eyed newcomer when she won the Best Supporting Actress award, expressing deep gratitude for being recognised now with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

The veteran actress mentioned her usual selectiveness about such honours, but this particular award held great significance for her—marking a symbolic “full-circle” moment that beautifully encapsulated over five decades of her contributions to Indian cinema. In her Instagram post, Aman wrote, “How the years rush by. Just yesterday it was 1973 and I was a doe-eyed ingenue winning her very first Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress. Today it is 2025. Over 50 years have passed, and I find myself honoured with a Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award. I’ve mentioned before that I’m picky about accepting such invitations, but this felt like too poignant a full-circle moment for me to ignore.”

Zeenat continued, “I accepted the award on Saturday evening at the event in Ahmedabad. @zanuski, my younger son, was my gallant escort for the evening. I am so grateful to have children who I can always count on to be by my side. The award itself I wanted to dedicate to the one person who always put my well-being before her own—my mother, Vardhini Scharwachter. She was enterprising, beautiful, methodical, progressive and devoted to me. I have known both roaring success and cruel obscurity, and I want to believe she would be proud of me for meeting both with equanimity and grace.”

Zeenat Aman concluded by expressing her gratitude: “It is true that I keep my inner circle small, but my outer circle is vast and includes each one of you who has blessed my return to the public eye. Thank you for the belief, respect, and love you have showered upon me. I am humbled and moved beyond what my words can express.”

The actress was honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the 70th Hyundai Filmfare Awards 2025 alongside the late filmmaker Shyam Benegal.