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Why didn’t Sooraj Barjatiya choose Salman Khan for Vivah? (Photo Credit – Instagram) In a conversation with Digital Commentary, Sooraj revealed the reason for casting Shahid Kapoor over Salman Khan for Prem’s character in Vivah. “After Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon flopped, Salman called and said, ‘Let’s work on something.’ But at that time, I didn’t have a story for Salman, and this (Vivah) was a story that my father had given to me. When I decided I wanted to make this, I knew Salman wouldn’t fit here because he was a major star. Isme bholapan chahiye, umar chahiye, aur umar toh kisiki rukegi nahi. Toh phir yeh Shahid aur Amrita ki casting hui,” Sooraj stated. Barjatiya then shared how quality matters to him when it comes to projects. He shared, “Uss tarah se dekhu toh main bohot hi selfish aadmi hun because nothing is more important than me being a writer and director. Chaahe Maine Pyaar Kiya Ho, Hum Aapke Hain Koun… toh humesha wo subject ne pukara nahi toh ek ek ko 5 saal kyu liy...

Naomika Saran Public Debut (Photo Credit – Instagram) Bollywood royalty runs deep, and every now and then, a fresh face from a legendary lineage surfaces to take the internet by storm. This time, it’s Naomika Saran, granddaughter of veteran actress Dimple Kapadia and daughter of former actress Rinke Khanna, who has captured the spotlight. The girl has kept a rather low profile, but she was recently seen walking into the Maddock Films party in Mumbai with her grandmother, Dimple Kapadia. The girl has kept a rather low profile, but she was recently seen walking into the Maddock Films party in Mumbai with grandmother, Dimple Kapadia. Naomika looked an absolute showstopper in an exquisite black mini dress, with subtle makeup, understated jewels, and an air of attitude that screamed confidence. Who Is Naomika Saran? Naomika is the daughter of Rinke Khanna (Dimple Kapadia’s younger daughter) and Sameer Saran, and the granddaughter of two Bollywood greats. Though she’s part of one of ...

Did Govinda Speak To His Dead Mother On A Movie Set? (Photo Credit – Sony LIV) As one would expect, Bollywood star Govinda was extremely close to his mother. Nirmala Devi, aka Dulari, was a renowned Padma-Shri recipient singer-actress. She passed away in 1996 at the age of 69. But do you know Chi Chi once spoke to his dead mother on a movie set almost 13 years after her passing? Scroll below for the lesser-known tale. In 2009, Chi Chi was shooting for his film Life Partner in Mumbai. The romantic comedy, directed by Rumy Jaffery, also starred Fardeen Khan , Tusshar Kapoor, Genelia D’Souza, and Prachi Desai. It, unfortunately, isn’t one of the most memorable films of his career, but what allegedly happened on sets will be remembered in history! As per mid-day , Govinda once believed that his late mother arrived on Life Partner sets. To bring her to the shooting location was his brother, Kirti Kumar, who also believed their mother was right there with them. Trending Kesari Ch...

Riteish Deshmukh Trailer Absence (Photo Credit – Instagram) The trailer for Raid 2 , which teases a gripping face-off between Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh, has already started grabbing attention online. However, fans were quick to point out Riteish’s absence at the much-anticipated trailer launch. Sources close to the actor revealed that he couldn’t attend the event as he’s neck-deep in the shoot of his upcoming directorial project, Raja Shivaji—a historical drama based on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The film, being made under his home banner Mumbai Film Company in association with Jio Studios, sees him taking on multiple roles—not just as an actor, but also as producer and director. The scale of the project, paired with his tight shoot schedule, meant that stepping away wasn’t an option. “He really wanted to be there, but the filming schedule for Raja Shivaji is packed right now,” said a source. Trending Hey Bollywood, Can We Give Salman Khan What He Deser...

5 Reasons Why You Cannot Miss Akaal(Photo Credit –Facebook) Dharma Productions and Gippy Grewal’s latest offering, Akaal is all set to be released in the theatres on April 10, 2025. The magnum opus from Punjwood has been garnering all the attention right since its inception. Here are 5 reasons why you simply cannot miss this period drama on the big screen. 1- A Larger Than Life Experience Akaal offers you a larger-than-life experience with its action sequences, riveting background scores, and powerful cinematography. A cinematic spectacle that can only be consumed in the theatres. The film can also be a game changer for the Punjabi film industry and you cannot miss this one on the big screen. 2- Soul Stirring Message Akaal brings to light the bravery and courage of the Khalsa warriors. It highlights the core principle of the Sikh community to face any obstacle head-on. This latest offering from Dharma Productions and Gippy Grewal is a must-watch for the younger generation. T...

Hema Malini, Jeetendra, Dharmendra & Shobha Kapoor Were In A Weird Love Square! (Photo Credit – YouTube) Dharmendra and Hema Malini are two superstars who made sure that their love found a fate, and the two married each other despite the actress’s family’s disapproval of marrying an already-married woman. It was during such a time that the Basanti of Hindi Cinema was told to get married to superstar Jeetendra! Yes, you read that right! The Himmatwala actor’s alliance was fixed with the Sholay actress, despite the two of them dating other people! While Dharmendra was the love of Hema’s life, Ekta Kapoor’s father was dating Ekta’s now mother and then a cabin crew – Shobha Sippy! When Hema Malini’s family learned about her affair with the married actor Dharmendra, her mother made sure that Jeetendra ‘s wedding was fixed. She met his parents, and the alliance was fixed. The Himmatwala superstar did not have a problem with the alliance despite knowing that Hema was in love with Dha...

Priyanka Chopra to pair up with Allu Arjun for Altee’s next? ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) While the casting rumor about Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Allu Arjun for Altee’s next spread like wildfire, it’s now been officially shut down. Multiple media outlets have confirmed that the Citadel star is not part of the project at all. A close source to the project confirmed to IANS , “Atlee’s directorial starring Allu Arjun is a huge scale film, and the anticipation is immense. Since the project became public knowledge, many names have been rumored to be attached to it. Priyanka Chopra Jonas was among those mentioned, but she has never been part of this film. Any reports suggesting otherwise are purely speculative.” This statement put an end to the wild excitement that had briefly taken over fan circles and social media. Trending Spirit: Rashmika Mandanna Reportedly Out Of Prabhas-Led Action Drama? Rumors Explored Allu Arjun X Atlee On Cards?: 3 Reasons Why This Massy Collab Can...

When Shramila Tagore Shared Her Thoughts About Working With Rajesh Khanna (Photo Credit – YouTube) Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore were known for their intense chemistry, and the duo made some of the biggest hits back in the day. They have worked together in multiple movies, and they are still engraved in people’s memories. Khanna was a superstar, and his status reflected in his workspace. His pressure wasn’t limited to acting alone—his fan following, particularly among women, was overwhelming. Many went to extreme lengths: writing him letters in blood, marrying his photographs, and mobbing him at public appearances. Sharmila once revealed she was relieved when she stopped working with him. Kaka was the first superstar in the Hindi film industry to have consecutive hits. Tagore and Khanna’s films were not only financial successes but are still famous for their dialogue. Some of the notable movies include Aradhana, Amar Prem, Daag, Rajnigandha, and Safar. Kaka’s romantic allure an...

Guess How Much More Assets Upcoming On-Screen Ram Ranbir Kapoor Owns? (Photo Credit –Instagram) The entire country is celebrating Ram Navami, birth of the Hindu God. While this could have been a very good opportunity to bring something about the upcoming Ramayana film directed by Nitesh Tiwari that stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi as Devi Sita, there is, unfortunately, no update on the same! However, we decided to check the net worths of the three most popular actors who have played the mighty Hindu God on screen! Of course, Ranbir is a part of this list since the anticipation and intrigue surrounding him and his avatar of Lord Ram is magical! Ranbir Kapoor Net Worth 2025 Ranbir Kapoor, as per a report by FinCash , owns assets worth 369 crore . This includes his salary of around 45 – 50 crore per film , along with the smart investments he has made through the years. The actor earns 4 – 5 crore monthly , as per the report, through brand endorsemen...

Anupam Kher Silver Linings(Photo Credit –Wikimedia/Instagram) Anupam Kher is widely regarded among the finest actors of Indian cinema. Known for his wide ranges of performances in Bollywood over the years, Kher has also gone on to be a part of many International films. These include Bend it Like Beckham (2001), Lust, Caution (2007), Hotel Mumbai (2019), and most memorably Oscar-winning Silver Linings Playbook (2012). It was a romantic comedy-drama film directed by David O. Russell and featured a stellar cast alongside Kher. It was led by Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence, and the legendary Robert De Niro played a supporting role. While many remember Silver Linings Playbook for its stellar cast and compelling performances, there’s an untold story from the film’s set, one that involved Kher standing his ground in front of acting giant like Robert De Niro. For Kher, it wasn’t about fame or screen time, it was about dignity. Anupam Kher confronted Robert De Niro to explain to him...

Akshay Kumar once warned Saif Ali Khan about Kareena Kapoor’s bold personality during Tashan shoot(Photo Credit –Instagram) Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan are one of the royal couples of B’town. The duo fell in love on the sets of Tashan and tied the knot in October 2012. However, did you know that Akshay Kumar warned Saif Ali Khan against her? In a conversation with Akshay Kumar’s wife, Twinkle Khanna, Bebo shared an interesting fact about her love life with Saif Ali Khan when they were shooting for Tashan and revealed the advice Akshay Kumar gave to Saif Ali Khan. The Jaane Jaan actress said, “Saif and Akshay were just talking, and Akshay just got the vibe that Saif and I were, like, connecting, and Akshay took Saif in the corner, and he was like ‘listen tread carefully, haan, because they are dangerous girls, and this is a dangerous family. I know them, haan, so dekh ke reh.’ He was like ‘don’t mess with her,’ was his vibe to him. And Saif was like, ‘no, no, I know that...