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Bigg Boss 15: Vishal Kotian Tests Covid-Positive Ahead Of Entry As Wild Card Contestant
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Bigg Boss 15: Vishal Kotian Tests Covid-Positive Ahead Of Entry As Wild Card Contestant

Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) 'Bigg Boss 15' fame Vishal Kotian has tested positive for Covid-19, and if sources are to be believed his entry as a wild card contestant has been postponed. He took to his social media account to share the news.## Vishal wrote: "I have tested positive for Covid-19. I am asymptomatic and feeling completely okay. I have isolated myself and followed the protocol given by my doctor and health professionals. If you have been in contact with me, request you to please get tested immediately. Stay safe everyone".## Vishal was among the strongest contestants inside the house initially, however when his strategies started coming out, he lost many of his connections. He bonded well with Shamita Shetty, Tejasswi Prakash, and Umar Riaz.## Post this news his fans and friends have wished him early recovery messages.## As the makers have planned to extend the show for almost 15 days which was earlier supposed to have its finale on January 16, few wild card entries were expected and the names that were going around were of Rajiv Adatia and Vishal Kotian.## Umar Riaz may also enter the show as a wild card contestant because of continuous demand from his fans. But nothing has been confirmed officially.## Stay tuned...

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BB 15: Geeta Tears Up Everyone's 'Ticket To Finale' Pic, Claims Nishant, Rakhi Are Winners
1613 days ago
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BB 15: Geeta Tears Up Everyone's 'Ticket To Finale' Pic, Claims Nishant, Rakhi Are Winners

Mumbai, Jan 8 (IANS) The upcoming episode of 'Bigg Boss 15' will see some entertaining moments as several connections are entering to support the contestants.## Among them, one is choreographer Geeta Kapur, who lends her support to Nishant Bhat. In one of the tasks, Geeta tears up everyone's 'Ticket To Finale' photo and claims no one has really earned it except Rakhi Sawant and Nishant Bhat.## Geeta's said: "I think no one has really earned Ticket to Finale for themselves except Rakhi and that Nishant Bhat is more deserving than all others ticket to finale winners".## Geeta is entering the house with other connections including Divya Aggarwal, who would enter to show her support towards Karan Kundrra, Neha Bhasin for Shamita Shetty and Rahul Mahajan for Rakhi Sawant.## A task is given to the supporters wherein they were asked to tear off the photo reels of the Ticket To Finale holders and replace one with Devoleena, Nishant, or Pratik who aren't in the race.## Stay tuned...

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Helen Remembers Shammi Kapoor On 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa'
1613 days ago
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Helen Remembers Shammi Kapoor On 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa'

Mumbai, Jan 8 (IANS) Enigmatic yesteryear actress and dancer Helen recalled late actor Shammi Kapoor on the singing reality show 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa'. As Helen is appearing as a special guest, each contestant gave power-packed performances on her famous dance numbers.## While each of them has given their best it was Vraj and Rajashri's dance moves on the song 'O Haseena Zulfonwali Jane Jahan' from the film 'Teesri Manzil', that took Helen down memory lane.## Feeling nostalgic after witnessing Vraj and Rajashri's performance, Helen said: "Such a beautiful performance! I just went down memory lane, and it reminded me of Shammi Ji today. Shammi Ji, are you listening?. If he would have been here, he would have been so happy after seeing your performance".## She recalled working with the late actor and continued: "We both have worked in a lot of films together but let me tell you, he was a prankster, he used to make us all laugh on set. We have done rehearsals for this song around 8 to 10 times, and Shammi Ji had his style. He never used to do any rehearsals".## When Helen's husband and screenwriter Salim Khan made an appearance in the video, she reminisced how even he was part of the famous track 'O Haseena Zulfonwali Jane Jahan' and played drums on it.## She further added: "Salim Saab played a small role, too. He can be seen as Shammi Kapoor's musician friend in the film, and he also played the drums for the song 'O Haseena Zulfonwali Jane Jahan'".## 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa', judged by Himesh Reshammiya, Vishal Dadlani, Shankar Mahadevan and hosted by Aditya Narayan, airs on Zee TV.## Stay tuned...

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Remo D'Souza Makes A Comeback On 'DID Li'l Masters 5'
1613 days ago
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Remo D'Souza Makes A Comeback On 'DID Li'l Masters 5'

Mumbai, Jan 8 (IANS) Renowned choreographer Remo D'Souza is making a comeback on the dance reality show 'Dance India Dance Li'l Masters 5'.## The show has run successfully for four seasons with some of the well-known faces among the panel of judges including Farah Khan, Sandip Soparrkar, Geeta Kapur, Ahmed Khan, Mudassar Khan, Marzi Pestonji, and Chitrangda Singh. Now Remo has been confirmed for Season 5 of the dance reality show while names of the other judges are still under wraps.## Remo is ecstatic about judging the show once again, as he shared: "DID Li'l Masters not only provides a national platform for the youngest talent in our country to showcase their dancing skills but also further polishes their skills and helps them grow as performing artists. It's an honour and absolute pleasure to be a part of this show because these young kids truly inspire me to the core".## He recalled Season 1 of the dance reality show and being a mentor on it.## "I remember making my debut with 'Dance India Dance 1' and being a mentor to the talent of this iconic show for several years. Now, coming back for the 5th season of 'DID Li'l Masters' is surreal and I can't wait to start shooting. I want all the contestants to dance their hearts out because it is their passion for dance that will help them make a place for themselves in the industry".## The auditions for 'DID Li'l Masters 5' started in January and will take place in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Jaipur, Indore, Guwahati, Vadodara, and Pune. Participants in the age group of 3 to 13 will compete against each other to become the ultimate Li'l Master.## 'Dance India Dance Li'l Masters 5' will be coming soon on Zee TV.## Stay tuned...

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Zeeshan Khan Is Looking Forward To Resuming Acting
1613 days ago
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Zeeshan Khan Is Looking Forward To Resuming Acting

Mumbai, Jan 8 (IANS) Actor Zeeshan Khan claims he never regretted giving up his parallel lead role in Ekta Kapoor's long running show 'Kumkum Bhagya' for participating in the first season of 'Bigg Boss OTT'.## He says: "I never regret quitting my show being aware how big my role was in it. Of course, I was sad. I really loved the team. Shabir (Ahluwalia) sir, Sriti (Jha) are amazing people. But as I was heading towards a new journey in 'Bigg Boss' which was keeping me strong. And the 'Kumkum Bhagya' team was supportive about it".## The actor also mentioned that he has never called it quits for acting. After experiencing some good time for the reality TV show he would love to resume acting.## He adds: "I'm an actor and by God's grace will always be the one. I took a break from doing 'Bigg Boss' and am thinking of resuming acting. I'm looking forward to playing some challenging and promising roles. I want to portray a creative character filled with a lot of emotions and treats for my audience".## Stay tuned...

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Asim Riaz Hints At Brother Umar's Eviction From 'Bigg Boss 15', Fans Shocked
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Asim Riaz Hints At Brother Umar's Eviction From 'Bigg Boss 15', Fans Shocked

Mumbai, Jan 8 (IANS) 'Bigg Boss 15' could see the eviction of Umar Riaz from the house. Though nothing has been confirmed officially but post the tweet of his brother and former contestant Asim Riaz, fans are expressing their anger on social media.## Asim Riaz tweeted: "Well played @realumarriaz "Love you bro".## Post his tweet many expressed their anger, while others questioned if the news of his eviction is true.## One fan wrote: "Guys don't watch tomorrow episode please please..Just don't..it's clear crystal that Umar is Evicted now. It's hard to accept this unfairness..but that's the truth. And don't even think to vote for other contestants please don't".## As soon this news went viral on social media his fans started sharing their comments and calling this eviction unfair. 'NO UMAR RIAZ NO BB15' is trending on social media.## Another fan of 'Bigg Boss 15' wrote: "Flop show bigg boss 15'. On the other hand few demanded the makers to bring him back and commented: "We want Umar back".## Umar Riaz is a doctor by profession and brother of former 'Bigg Boss 13' contestant Asim Riaz. According to the sources Umar got evicted on Friday night because Bigg Boss was not happy with his behaviour and his violence inside the house.## During the 'Weekend Ka Vaar', Salman Khan slammed Umar Riaz for getting physical with Pratik Sehajpal. The eviction came as a shock because earlier makers have decided to do it on the basis of voting trends. Umar is among the strongest and popular contestants inside the house. He got the maximum number of votes and this was the reason his eviction got canceled initially.## In fact, Umar's father Riaz Ahmed Choudhary has recently shared his opinion and requested the makers and posted on Twitter asking to be fair with Umar, while he also agreed pushing and hitting is not in the rules.## He wrote: "BB BE FAIR WITH UMAR Yes pushing, hitting is not allowed in #Biggboss house but during task, there is always an attempt by the competitors to instigate leads heated arguments or pushing doesn't mean violation as Bigg Boss always repeats play task with motivation @ColorsTV".## Well, the makers have not confirmed the eviction of Umar Riaz and we have to wait till the 'Weekend Ka Vaar' episode goes on air.## Stay tuned...

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Jimmy Sheirgill Puts Rumours About His Television Debut To Rest
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Jimmy Sheirgill Puts Rumours About His Television Debut To Rest

Mumbai, Jan 7 (IANS) Actor Jimmy Sheirgill opens up about the reports going around about his television debut and says it is too early to reveal anything as nothing has been finalized from his end.## As per sources, 'Udaariyaan' producers, Sargun Mehta and Ravi Dubey are all set to come up with a new show, titled 'Swaran Mandir', which is going to be a family drama. It is about a couple who are abandoned by their young children at an old age.## The makers have approached well-known actor Aman Verma and later Jimmy for the show to play a lead role. But Jimmy has not signed any contract, and neither Aman said 'yes' for the show.## Jimmy told IANS that Sargun and Ravi just narrated the idea.## "I have done a Punjabi film, 'Jindua' many years back with Sargun, so I know both of them for quite a long time. They narrated an idea to me but beyond that, no contract has been signed yet. This is too early to say anything as things have not moved ahead. I don't know how this news came out. In fact, I am also shocked that without any confirmation, these reports are going around", he says.## On his interest in doing television shows, the actor adds: "I have been occupied with movies and web shows like 'Your Honor', so doing a television serial that too if it continues for years is not possible. Of course, if something interesting comes for a short span of time, I can think of being part of it".## Jimmy started his career with the movie, 'Maachis' and later did movies such as 'Mohabbatein', A'Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai', 'Munna Bhai M.B.B.S' and also ventured in web shows among which recent one is 'Your Honor'.## Stay tuned...

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Bigg Boss 15: Gauahar Khan Slams Karan Kundrra For Rude Comments On Tejasswi
1615 days ago
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Bigg Boss 15: Gauahar Khan Slams Karan Kundrra For Rude Comments On Tejasswi

Mumbai, Jan 6 (IANS) Actress and model Gauahar Khan has slammed 'Bigg Boss 15' contestant Karan Kundrra for his comments on Tejasswi Prakash. She said he should look at his face and his reality is now apparently visible to everyone.## In the previous episode, Karan and Tejasswi were seen getting into a nasty fight because Tejasswi felt that Karan is supporting Shamita Shetty over her during a task. She used some insulting words to him, due to which he reacted and lashed out at her. He said a lot of things as both got into an ugly argument with each other.## During this fight, only Karan said, "Jaa shakal dekh apni." (go and look at your face)## Gauahar took to her social media and highlighted this sentence, and took a stand for Tejasswi. She commented with a hugging face, "Shakal dekh apni, teri asliyat dikh gayi(look at your face, your reality is now apparent) and so much more….. love = respect. Respect = Love. I felt very bad for Teja...wanted to hug her. To all the girls who are reading this, respect is super important, both ways. Please treat yourself with love n respect first!"## Fans reacted to her comment and many came out in support of Tejasswi. One fan mentioned tagging Gauahar Khan, "I don't like Teja much but she definitely doesn't deserve that type of behavior. Karan is very toxic".## Stay tuned...

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Bigg Boss 15: Tejasswi, Devoleena In A Blame Game; Shamita Calls Abhijit 'Insolent'
1616 days ago
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Bigg Boss 15: Tejasswi, Devoleena In A Blame Game; Shamita Calls Abhijit 'Insolent'

Mumbai, Jan 5 (IANS) The upcoming episode of 'Bigg Boss 15' will witness a blame game erupting between Tejasswi Prakash and Devoleena Bhattacharjee, who accuses Tejasswi of not performing her duty of cleaning the washroom properly inside the house.## During a game called 'Bigg Boss ki Adaalat', the non-VIPs will have to convince the 'VIP jury' comprising Rakhi Sawant, Karan Kundra, Umar Riaz, and Rashami Desai about why they deserve to enter the finale by hurling charges on other contestants.## Rakhi, Karan, Umar, and Rashami are confirmed contestants in the finale.## Devoleena complains to the VIPs: "Tejasswi herself doesn't know how to maintain her personal hygiene, so how will she do it for others." Tejasswi gives it back to Devoleena, saying: "Those who themselves have not cleaned the washroom are giving lessons in cleanliness to others!"## After listening to them, Rakhi taunts Tejasswi and says: "Tejasswi's mind has not been working properly for many days".## As the episode progresses, this blame game turns hilarious when Shamita Shetty calls Abhijit Bichukale an "insolent person". In response, Abhijit defends himself by claiming that he is humble and innocent, adding that he is feeling cornered in the game.## 'Bigg Boss 15' airs on Colors.## Stay tuned...

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Rohit Purohit shares his fitness regime for 'Dhadkan Zindaggi Kii'
1616 days ago
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Rohit Purohit shares his fitness regime for 'Dhadkan Zindaggi Kii'

Mumbai, Jan 5 (IANS) Actor Rohit Purohit talks about getting fit for his character Dr Vikrant Saxena in the show 'Dhadkan Zindaggi Kii'. ## "Dr Vikrant's personality demands more from me than just learning medical terms and memorising the lines of my script. I needed to be in good shape because Dr Vikrant has been described as this good looking, fit man who charms people first and foremost with his appearance," said Rohit. ## 'Dhadkan Zindaggi Kii' is a story of an independent woman played by Additi Gupta. Rohit is cast opposite her. As his on screen personality is of a handsome blue-eyed Dr Vikrant Saxena, Rohit has to pay a lot of attention to his fitness regime to get into the skin of his character. ## He further continued and described his average day's fitness routine. "My morning starts with a banana protein shake and then I go for my morning run. After that, I have a healthy breakfast like a fruit salad or a bowl of oats and then go for the shoot. Even in between shoots, I go to my vanity van and try to do some lightweight training like pushups and cardio. ## "Then for lunch again I have dal and rice or roti and vegetables. In the end, I have a very light dinner like a leafy salad or something and I try to hit the gym on good days," he added. ## 'Dhadkan: Zindaggi Kii' airs on Sony Entertainment Television. ## Stay tuned.

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When Shagun Pandey sang with folk artiste for 'Meet' honeymoon sequence
1616 days ago
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When Shagun Pandey sang with folk artiste for 'Meet' honeymoon sequence

Mumbai, Jan 5 (IANS) Television actor Shagun Pandey recalls singing folk songs with a local musician in Bikaner, Rajasthan, while shooting for a honeymoon sequence in 'Meet'. ## He reminisces: "The hotel I was staying in had a beautiful breakfast area and there was this old, local man who used to sit there and play some soulful music. I was so impressed by his craft that I wanted to learn from him. Even though we had early morning shoots, I made sure that I take out time, get ready half an hour early, and go sing with him." ## 'Tujhse Hai Raabta' actor Shagun is seen playing the character of Meet Ahlawat in the show. His character is married to Meet Hooda (played by Ashi Singh) and to make their love story more interesting, makers have included a honeymoon sequence. The actor shares further about his experience of singing with a local artiste. ## "We used to sing different regional folk songs together and he even helped me correct my dialect. He taught me some new songs too and I must say that I absolutely loved jamming with him, it was a great experience. The guests in our hotel also enjoyed our morning music sessions." ## "It has become my morning routine and while I am missing it now, I make sure to practice and sing during my free time at home or on set," he adds. 'Meet' airs on Zee TV. ## Stay tuned.

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Bigg Boss 15: Surbhi Chandna Calls Umar Riaz Strong Contestant; Shamita A Dignified Player
1618 days ago
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Bigg Boss 15: Surbhi Chandna Calls Umar Riaz Strong Contestant; Shamita A Dignified Player

New Delhi, Jan 3 (IANS) Surbhi Chandna says she entered the 'Bigg Boss 15' house to make it more interesting and there is no one as such whom she supports. She calls Umar Riaz a strong contestant and Shamita Shetty a dignified player.## Surbhi Chandna, Vishal Singh, Akanksha Puri, and Munmun Dutta have entered 'Bigg Boss 15' house as challengers.## She says: "I have not entered the house to support anyone but just to wake up the contestants and make them realize that now the finale is near so it's time to be in action. But, at the same place, it is sad that we are approaching the finale and I can't comment on who will be the winner. Of course, Shamita Shetty, Umar Riaz, and Tejasswi Prakash are playing well. Shamita has no connection inside the house but still, she is playing so well and with dignity".## As a challenger, Surbhi has performed several tasks and then gave them to the contestants as a challenge to win Ticket To Finale. One such task that according to her was most tough and memorable for her was eating green chilies.## "I have eaten green chilies. Just to give them a challenge I had to do that. But that moment will always be with me forever".## The actress who has done shows like 'Ishqbaaaz', 'Sanjivani' and 'Naagin 5' has been often asked by her fans if she wants to be part of 'Bigg Boss' as a contestant and she says she will love to be on 'Bigg Boss' whenever she is willing to show her real self.## "Right now I am happy to be on the show as a challenger but as a contestant will definitely come sometime when I am open to showing my real self and mentally prepared for that", she concludes.## Stay tuned...

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