Hindi Box Office Collection 2026

Tisca Chopra is making the most of staying indoors

Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) Actress Tisca Chopra is missing going outdoors but she says she is making the most of staying indoors.## Tisca shared a stunning photograph on Instagram of herself in a monochrome monokini. In the image, the "Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji" actress can be seen laying on sand.## "Lockdown diaries Day 29: 'Missing the outdoors but making the most of the indoors .. Made some #dimsums last evening and judging by the reaction they were good. Tara loves whatever little I cook and that is encouraging me be more adventurous (head to stories)," she wrote alongside the image.## She also mentioned she would be chatting with a psychiatrist on the photo-sharing website.## Tisca then took to her Instagram Stories, the actress is seen looking into her iPad and she captioned it: "#Backtoschool".## Recently, the actress dedicated her role of Dr. Mira Anand in the series "Hostages" to first responders and caregivers amid the coronavirus outbreak in the country.## "Hostages", a crime thriller, is directed by Sudhir Mishra. It is an official adaptation of an Israeli series of the same name. It also stars Ronit Roy, Parvin Dabas, Aashim Gulati, and Mohan Kapoor.## Amid lockdown, Tisca is using her time to hone her filmmaking skills. She has been taking online classes on how to direct feature films.## Stay tuned...

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Taapsee: Wanted a logo instead of a name plate to keep the ambition flying high

Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) Bollywood actress Taapsee Pannu shared an anecdote about shifting to her new home. She said that to keep the ambition flying high, she always wanted a logo instead of a nameplate outside her house.## Taapsee took to Instagram, where she shared a photograph of herself posing in front of her "blue door".## "This is the day I had my apartment in Mumbai ready, with all interior work done. It was strange that when I left for the shoot of 'Manmarziyaan' I left from the old apartment I had taken on rent when I first moved to Mumbai and by the time I finished shooting the film n came back I entered the new apartment."## She shared that it was a very seamless transition for her.## "Like a new chapter began just like that. It was a very seamless transition for me but it went through its share of teething issues which were all sorted by my sister n mom before I entered home.## "It made me realize no matter how much effort you put in, the house stays a house until it's lived in with your family who then makes it ‘Home'. That's the blue door that I wanted for my home and to keep the ambition flying high I always wanted a logo instead of a nameplate outside my house."## Taapsee said it was a defining moment for her to see everything coming together.## "Seeing it all come together for the first time was definitely a defining moment in a girl's life who wanted to create her own space which she can look at every time she sets an ambitious goal and feel it's possible," she said.## On the film front, after giving a stellar performance in "Thappad", Taapsee will next be seen in "Haseen Dillruba", "Rashmi Rocket" and "Shabaash Mithu".## Stay tuned...

Kanika Kapoor speaks up after recovering from COVID-19

Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) Singer Kanika Kapoor, who was the first Bollywood celebrity to have tested positive for COVID-19 in India, has broken silence on her travel history, diagnosis and treatment.## Kanika was admitted on March 20 when her tests revealed that she was Coronavirus positive.## She was discharged from the Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS) in Lucknow earlier this month.## She has now issued a statement on Twitter in which she has revealed why she chose to be silent all this while.## "Every person that I have come in contact with, be it in UK, Mumbai or Lucknow, has shown no symptoms of Covid-19. In fact all those tested have been negative," she said in her statement.## "I travelled from UK to Mumbai on March 10 and was duly screened at the international airport. I travelled to Lucknow the following day on March 11 to see my family. There was no screening set up for domestic flights. On March 14 and 15, I attended a friend's lunch and dinner. There was no party hosted by me and I was in absolute normal health. I had symptoms on March 17 and 18, so I requested to be tested."## The singer also mentioned that she has been at home for 21 days now and also thanked doctors and medical staff for "taking care of her during a very emotionally testing time".## She concluded the statement by saying: "Negativity thrown at a person does not change the reality."## A case had been registered against the singer, last month, for hiding her travel history and attending parties after returning from London.## She was charged under IPC Section 269 (a negligent act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life) and Section 270 (malignant act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life).## Stay tuned...

KJo 'apologises profusely' over posts showing privileges amid lockdown

Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) Filmmaker Karan Johar has "apologized profusely" after he was hit hard by a post showing a "privilege celebrities" have.## Karan took to Twitter, where he shared a video titled "Thank You Celebrities", which shows celebrities including A popular names like Ellen DeGeneres, Sam Arnitage and Amanda Keller among many others, who have been treating quarantine like a vacation from in their sprawling mansions by "common" people who are struggling during the pandemic.## "This hit me hard and I have realized many of my posts may have been insensitive to many...I apologize profusely and wish to add none of it was intentional and came from a place of sharing but clearly may have lacked emotional foresight ... am sorry!" Karan wrote alongside the video.## The Bollywood director has constantly been entertaining his fans and followers amid lockdown. The videos feature his twins -- Roohi and Yash poking fun at him.## However, social media users came in support of Karan's videos.## One wrote: "Ur kids are Angels in this hard time ..me and my daughter s are waiting for Yash Roohi videos.."## Another questioned as to why the filmmaker is apologizing.## "Why are you apologizing. Your videos are harmless to your kids. You are bringing joy to people like us and I am a healthcare worker in Chicago saying that. You aren't one of the celebrities showing off, so please don't apologize and keep posting and sharing joy," the user wrote.## A third user said: "Wish to thank your kids for bringing smiles to me as well as my family. Please don't apologize. And don't stop posting, we look forward to them."## A social media user lauded Karan's "sensitive side."## "Sorry bolne ke liye bohoth himmat chaheye (It takes a lot of strength to apologize. I have no idea what you apologizing for, lekin it feels good to know your sensitive side (It feels good to know your sensitive side)," the user said.## Stay tuned...

Vidya Balan: Elated that we have raised 2,500 PPE kits

Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) Bollywood actress Vidya Balan is elated as she's raised over 2,500 PPE kits for doctors and Rs 16 lakhs for those who are battling at the frontline to keep everyone safe from COVID-19 pandemic.## Vidya had also collaborated with celebrity shout-out platform Tring, along with Manish Mundra of Drishyam Films and photographer cum film producer Atul Kasbekar.## She took to Instagram on Sunday afternoon where she shared the good news.## "I've woken up to good news this morning. We've reached 2500+ PPE kits and raised over 16 lakh in just a few hours. A big thank you to each of you who has donated and made this possible. A load of gratitude and bless you. This is truly the unity and spirit of India..." she said in the video.## Alongside the video, Vidya wrote: "Thank you very much for your generous donations from all over the world. I'm elated to share that we have raised 2500+ kits accounting over Rs 16 lakh within a few hours. A load of gratitude for helping in donating over double our initial target.## "The campaign will run for some more time, so if you haven't been able to donate yet but want to help out, go to www.tring.co.in and donate whatever you can. Every single kit is helping protect a life. The #WarAgainstCovid19 continues, let's #UniteForHumanity #StayHome#StaySafe".## In an earlier post, the "Mission Mangal" star had informed that each PPE kit worth Rs 650 consists of one coverall laminated and waterproof nitrile gloves, goggles, face shields, 3-ply surgical mask, and shoe covers.## Stay tuned...

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Akshay Kumar's Laxmmi Bomb Might Directly Release On OTT Platform

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Akshay Kumar's Laxmmi Bomb Might Directly Release On OTT Platform

Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani starrer Laxmmi Bomb might not release in theaters now as some reports suggest that the movie can directly go to digital platforms due to coronavirus pandemic and extended lockdown in India. However, the official announcement yet to happen but it is highly to release on OTT platform.## Movie critic and trade analyst Joginder Tuteja also gives a hint that one of the most awaited movies of the year may not release in theaters. ## Yes, it is highly probable now that @akshaykumar and @advani_kiara starrer #LaxmmiBomb will release straight on OTT.Sad (for people like me who love to watch the smallest of films on the big screen) but true! pic.twitter.com/AbMAyhZpXN— Joginder Tuteja (@Tutejajoginder) April 26, 2020 ## Laxmmi Bomb was originally slated to release on Eid (22 May) along with Salman Khan's Radhe - Your Most Wanted Bhai but the coronavirus pandemic and the extended lockdown till May 3 in India has ruined all the plans of the makers to get an original release date.## Laxmmi Bomb is a Hindi remake of 2011 Tamil horror comedy Muni 2: Kanchana. Akshay Kumar plays the role of timid-natured Raghav, who suffers from a fear of ghosts and undergoes a personality transformation after being possessed by the spirit of a transgender named Laxmmi in the film. Laxmmi Bomb is directed by Raghava Lawrence who also directed and played a lead role in Tamil film Muni 2: Kanchana. ## Due to the pandemic, many film projects have been postponed indefinitely including Salman Khan's Radhe - Your Most Wanted Bhai which was slated to release along with Akshay's Laxmmi Bomb on Eid (22 May), 2020.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

Samir Kochhar: I'm hungry for bigger, meatier roles

Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) Actor Samir Kochhar, who appears in the second season of the web series "Four More Shots Please!", says that he always looks for an opportunity to prove his versatility.## "(I am) Really happy with the shows I've been a part of. I'm hungry for bigger, meatier roles, which I hope (will) keep coming along," Samir said.## The actor has lately appeared in web series like "The Test Case", "Sacred Games", and the digital film "Typewriter".## Samir stepped into the world of entertainment as a travel show host before becoming an actor. He believes in proving versatility, and he looks for subjects, genres, and roles that are completely challenging and diverse.## According to him, working with good directors like Vikramaditya Motwane, Anurag Kashyap, Sujoy Ghosh, Neeraj Ghaywan, and Nupur Asthana has helped improve his performances.## Stay tuned...

When a bat entered Big B's house

Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan shared a "breaking news" that a bat entered his home Jalsa here.## Amitabh took to Twitter to share the "news of the hour" with his fans and followers.## "Ladies and gentlemen of the Jury .. news of the hour .. BREAKING NEWS .. would you believe it .. A Bat, a (chamgadar) has come into my room .. in Jalsa .. on the 3rd floor .. in my Den..."## The thespian said that it was a tough job to take the bat out from the room.## "Badi mushkil se use bahar nikala (It as tough to take it out)... Corona peecha chodh hi nahin raha (Corona is not leaving)."## However, the tweet did not go down well with many social media users.## A user wrote: "Sorry to hear this from a reputed personality. Bats are not harmful and there is no need to fear. Kindly understand that they did not spread the virus to human. The reason is still debated. By nature, most animals have got virus in their body. Pls read this."## Another commented: "Not in good taste sir. You have millions of followers. Still we don't have exact process of human virus spillover. Demonising bat is last thing we want. Things we know for sure; They are pollinators. They help in pest control. Please revisit it."## "This is story of every uncle now days after limits on WhatsApp forwards," said a user.## On the work front, Big B will next be seen in films like "Chehre", Gulabo Sitabo", Brahmastra" and "Jhund".## Stay tuned...

Aashiqui 2' is 'gift of a lifetime' for Shraddha Kapoor

Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) "Aashiqui 2" turned seven on Sunday. The romance musical is one of the most successful films of actress Shraddha Kapoor, and she thanked its director Mohit Suri for the "gift of a lifetime".## Shraddha tweeted: "7 years of Aashiqui 2 today! Thank you forever @mohit11481 for this gift of a lifetime @VisheshFilms for believing @shufta20 for your exquisitely beautiful writing, Aditya for being an unbelievably amazing costar & the entire team who gave their everything to this precious film."## Mohit replied to her saying: "Love you even more chota !! Forever."## The blockbuster tells the story of a failing singer Rahul (Aditya Roy Kapur), how he meets her and falls in love with Aarohi (Shraddha), a woman who sings in a bar. He helps her in becoming a famous singer while he goes on a self-destructive mode.## Shraddha even changed her Instagram username to Aarohi and changed her profile photo taken during the film's shoot to celebrate the movie's anniversary.## Stay tuned...

Irrfan Khan's mother passes away, actor stranded abroad

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan lost his mother Saeda Begum on Saturday morning. She was 95 and a resident of Jaipur.## The actor is currently out of India and, owing to the ongoing COVID-19 lockdown, will not be able to fly back to the country for his mother's last rites, according to a report in SpotboyE.## "It's very sad. I have yet to talk to him, though. I will be calling him," filmmaker Shoojit Sircar, who worked with the actor in the 2015 film "Piku", told the website.## Irrfan's latest film is Homi Adajania's comedy "Angrezi Medium", the last-released Bollywood film before COVID-19 forced the complete shutdown of cinema halls. "Angrezi Medium" ran in theatres for just a day before halls all over India were shut down. The film has eventually released in the OTT space.## "Angrezi Medium" marked Irrfan's return despite his ailing condition. The actor was diagnosed with a neuroendocrine tumor and has been under medical attention for the same.## Stay tuned...

Tamannaah Bhatia aces quarantine pillow challenge

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Actress Tamannaah Bhatia recently took part in the ongoing viral #pillowChallenge, and she pulled it off with the help of her Gucci belt.## The Pillow Challenge is one of the viral trends doing the rounds during the global COVID-19 lockdown. People taking the challenge have to tie a pillow to themselves like a dress using a belt and post a picture or video of the pose on social media.## Taking to Instagram, Tamannaah posted a picture in which she is seen lying on a floor while striking a stunning pose with a pillow. She accessorized with Gucci belt and red high heels.## "I'm off to club bed featuring DJ pillow and MC blanket! #feelingfancybutnowheretogo #weekendvibes #quarantinePillowchallenge #pillowchallenge," she captioned the post.## Reacting to Tamannaah's post, a user commented: "So hot."## Another one wrote: "Lucky pillow."## Stay tuned...

Vatsal Sheth's debut short as director ready to release

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Actor Vatsal Sheth will be making his directorial debut with a short film "Kahaa Toh Tha", in which he stars with wife Ishita Dutta.## The short film will release on April 28. It's a love story about a middle-class couple and the changes that the COVID-19 pandemic brings in their lives.## "This film 'Kahaa Toh Tha' is very close to me for a lot of reasons. I have turned director and producer for a film for the first time and I have launched Vatsal Sheth Films," Vatsal said.## "Ishita is a part of the film and I got to direct her. It's a very sweet film made at home by the two of us and the story is also very sweet and nice. It's a short film. I tried my best to make this as professional as possible with whatever limitations there. For example, we got the best music director. The music director of tanhaji has done the music. We got the best editor, poster designers for the film. This film is very close to me," he added.## Stay tuned...

Vidya Balan donates 1000 PPE kits for doctors, raising funds for more

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Bollywood actress Vidya Balan is donating 1000 PPE kits for doctors and other medical staff who are battling at the frontline to keep us safe from the deadly COVID 19.## Vidya has also collaborated with celebrity shout-out platform Tring to raise donations to provide additional 1000 PPE kits, along with Manish Mundra of Drishyam Films and photographer cum film producer Atul Kasbekar.## Vidya Balan took to Instagram urging all to donate to the cause. She wrote: "Namaste, it is critical that we provide PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) kits to our healthcare workers for their protection in this #WarAgainstCovid19. I am donating 1000 PPE kits for our medical staff and have partnered with Tring to raise a donation for another 1000 PPE kits which are in immediate need across India for our doctors and medical staff."## The actress also announced a reward to whoever is donating. She wrote: "For your contribution, I will send you a personal thank you video message recognizing your generosity."## The "Mission Mangal" star also shared a video message on Instagram where she talks about the shortage of PPE kits in India's hospitals and explains why is it necessary to donate for the same.## In the video, Vidya says: "In the war against COVID 19, our healthcare professionals are like soldiers at the border fighting for our health and freedom. Just like we equip our soldiers for a battle, we must do the same with our medical staff."## "There is a critical shortage of PPE that is personal protective equipment for our senior doctors, residents, nurses, and ward boys in their daily work. They come into constant contact with affected patients and if one medico is affected, the entire unit of 8-12 healthcare workers is quarantined for 2-3 weeks. As a result, a lot of our hospitals are not functioning at full capacity. Join me in changing this now," she added.## Akshay Saini, co-founder of Tring stated: "We are very grateful to Vidya who has been very generous and has donated 1000 PPE kits in her individual capacity, in addition to the several other donations she is doing."## Each PPE kit worth Rs 650 consists of one coverall laminated and waterproof, nitrile gloves, goggles, face shields, 3-ply surgical mask, and shoe covers, informed the actress.## Stay tuned...

Reliance Entertainment denies reports that '83' will go directly to OTT

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Unconfirmed reports suggesting the upcoming Ranveer Singh-starrer "83" will be sold for release on an OTT platform before it opens in the theatres, have been denied by Reliance Entertainment, co-producers of the much-awaited film. The rumors started after the film's release was pushed from its scheduled date of April 10 owing to the ongoing COVID-19 lockdown.## Lately, the trade circuit was abuzz with speculations that a global OTT giant with substantial reach in India has offered a whopping Rs 143 crore to the producers of "83" for the purchase of the film's release rights.## However, Reliance Entertainment has denied all such reports, claiming they will "evaluate" if the situation did not become normal even after six months, reports bollywoodhungama.com.## "There is no truth to these reports. '83' has been made for the big-screen experience. Right now, there's no intention or interest on the part of the directors or us as producers, to take these films to the small screen. If the situation deteriorates rapidly or there is no visibility of normalcy even after six months, we will evaluate then. But right now, we are all quite positive and I foresee that between the next four to six months, cinema halls will start operating. So that's the hope and mindset which we currently have," Shibashish Sarkar, Reliance Entertainment Group CEO, told bollywoodhungama.com.## Directed by Kabir Khan, "83" narrates the story of India's first-ever cricket World Cup victory in 1983. In the movie, Ranveer Singh stars as the then skipper Kapil Dev while Deepika Padukone plays Kapil's wife Romi Dev. The film also stars Pankaj Tripathi, Saqib Saleem, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Harrdy Sandhu, Ammy Virk, Jiiva, Sahil Khattar, Chirag Patil and Adinath Kothare in key roles.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

Honey Singh, Ankit Tiwari, Amit Trivedi, Mika among stars to go live on TikTok

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Yo Yo Honey Singh, Ankit Tiwari, Amit Trivedi, Mika Singh, Aastha Gill, Jubin Nautiyal and Akriti Kakar along with other artists will perform in a live concert on TikTok all through Sunday, April 26, aimed at spreading joy in the time of COVID-19 lockdown stress.## "I have been thinking of my fans during this time and just posted a new song, 'Quarantine love', with them on TikTok. Going on TikTok LIVE for this concert is going to be amazing!" said Mika.## Honey Singh, who is scheduled to perform live at 7 pm, said: "What better way than going live with your fans while at home and what a great way to spread some love, hope, and positivity during this time. I'm always looking at ways to engage with my fans and TikTok LIVE is the perfect platform to do so."## Ankit Tiwari also sounds excited about the idea. "At a time when people are at home, I feel privileged to have the opportunity to entertain my fans. This is going to be my first digital live concert and I'm really excited," he said.## The concert begins at 11 am with Salman Ali's performance, while Rapper Maddy will be concluding the digital show at 9 pm. While Mika performs at 6 pm, Ankit Tiwari goes live at 12 noon.## For music lovers stuck at home, the TikTok live concert is sure to turn Sunday into a fun day!## Stay tuned...

Varun Dhawan donates money to aid 5 lakh daily wage workers

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Varun Dhawan has donated money for five lakh daily wage workers of the film and television industry belonging to 32 different work profiles at a time when they are jobless due to the COVID 19 pandemic lockdown. The actor made the contribution on the occasion of his 33rd birthday, which happened on Friday.## Sharing a video message on Twitter, Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) chief advisor Ashoke Pandit thanked the actor for his gesture on his birthday yesterday.## In the video, Pandit says: "Federation of Western India Cine Employees would like to thank actor Varun Dhawan for donating towards the daily wage workers of the film and television industry. It's his birthday today and on behalf of five lakh daily wage workers of the film industry belonging to 32 crafts, I wish him a very happy birthday. God bless you Varun for coming forward and standing by the daily wage workers who really form a very important place in our industry."## The actor has also provided free meals for doctors and healthcare staff who are leading the nation's fight against the COVID 19 pandemic.## Stay tuned...

Urvashi Rautela's Facebook account hacked

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Urvashi Rautela's Facebook account has been hacked, the actress informed on Twitter. She warned fans not to respond to posts originating from her Facebook account.## "My Facebook has been hacked please don't respond to any messages or post as it is not done by me or my team @Facebook @facebookapp," the actress tweeted.## Urvashi realized that her Facebook has been hacked when a few posts, comprising pornographic content, started originating from the account.## Mumbai Police have informed Urvashi that they have acted on the issue, A complaint has been registered with the cyber police cell.## "We have forwarded your complaint to Cyber police station," Mumbai Police informed Urvashi on Twitter.## Bollywood actress and former beauty queen Urvashi Rautela is a social media sensation. She enjoys a huge fan base on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter among others.## On the work front, "Beat pe thumka" a peppy wedding number featuring Urvashi Rautela has just been released. The song is from her upcoming comedy flick "Virgin Bhanupriya".## Stay tuned...

Raveena Tandon starts campaign to stop attacks on medical fraternity

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Actress Raveena Tandon has come up with a social media campaign #JeetegaIndiaJeetengeHum to stop the spread of rumors amid the COVID-19 crisis, and also urge people not to attack the frontline workers.## Several healthcare workers in India have been attacked as they battle to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus. So, Raveena has made a special video in which she is seen appealing people to understand the severe health crisis and also appreciate the crucial role of doctors amid the COVID-19 outbreak.## "I feel it's extremely important for all of us to do our bit by encouraging the real heroes, our doctors, and nurses who are stepping out everyday and fighting this deadly coronavirus. They haven't met their families to keep us and our families safe and that's why through my campaign -- #JeetegaIndiaJeetengeHum -- I request everyone to give these medical forces their due respect and at the same time not spread false rumors. I'm hopeful we will all see the light sooner together," she said.## Stay tuned...

Ali Fazal wants to spend time with Joy Lobo of '3 Idiots'

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Actor Ali Fazal says, given a chance, he would hang out with Joy Lobo and Zafar, the characters he played in "3 Idiots" and the "Fukrey" series respectively.## Asked to consider a hypothetical situation as to which two people he would like to spend time with, Ali told IANS: "I would call up Joy Lobo from '3 Idiots' and give him a hug. I think he needed it the most when he committed suicide in the film. He was under so much pressure and his creative idea was not heard. He wanted to express so much that he couldn't and he screamed out the song 'Give me some sunshine' from a very dark emotional phase of his life as a young student. I just want to call him, hug him and say, 'Bhai, load maat le, sab theek ho jayega,' before he committees suicide."## Ali added: "As I am staying alone and doing all my household work right now -- jhadu-ponchha-bartan -- it is kind of boring for me. So I would also like to invite Zafar from 'Fukrey' and would ask him to play the guitar and recite poetry! I leant to cook yakhni pulaw, I can serve that!"## The actor feels fortunate to have all the basics taken care of in this hour of pandemic crisis. "We have a balcony to stand and do several fun activities, whereas so many people are homeless. Masla kuchh bhi ho, museebat mein to gareeb hi hai. Unke ghar ka chulha bandh hai. My heart goes out to them, really," he said.## Stay tuned...

Soha Ali Khan: Lockdown has brought the family closer

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Actress Soha Ali Khan says the lockdown has brought her closer to her family than ever.## The actress asserts that she tries to do interesting activities with husband, actor Kunal Kemmu, and daughter Inaaya. Here's how Soha Ali Khan is spending her time during the lockdown:## * Reading## Reading has always been something I love doing and our busy lives make it difficult to sit down and make time for it every day. The lockdown has enabled us to stay indoors and focus on the activities that our busy schedules would not allow us to do. Reading is one of the things that I have included in my daily tasks; I dedicate at least one hour to reading as it helps me with my writing better. Therefore, if you were once an avid reader and have lost the touch of it, this is the perfect time to reconnect to your stack of untouched lying favorites.## * Fun with family## Family to me always comes first! In the times of lockdown, your family is what is going to keep you together by supporting you and making you laugh or be your partner in fun. The lockdown has brought us closer than ever. Kunal and I make sure that we engage ourselves with some of the other interesting activities. We try to indulge Inaaya in various activities such as drawing, puzzles, coloring, learning the alphabet or numbers, and sometimes we gaze out of windows and play the "I spot" game from the balcony.## * Experiment with healthy snacks## I love snacks that are filling and healthy and so does my family, hence I cook our meals that are rich in nutrients. Since almonds are one of my favorite snacks to munch on, I make sure that my recipes include a handful of almonds. They not only keep you full but also prevents you from binging on unhealthy options as they help suppress hunger in between meals. Some of my favorite dishes are Sheera with nuts, Almond Soy milk, Roasted Almonds with a spicy touch, definitely worth trying.## * Exercising with FAM Jam indoors## The lockdown has put a hold on the gyms but not on us, hence I make sure to take out time to exercise for an hour. Kunal and I motivate each other to perform the basic exercises at home. Occasionally we take Zumba and Yoga sessions for Inaaya and love to watch her groove with the music. The funniest thing is she exercises with us and it is cute to watch her try and learn the basics with us.## * Skincare routine## Maintaining the glow inside out is important. I use facemasks once in a week to exfoliate the impurities and dust from my skin. It is also important to take care from within; therefore, I hydrate myself and intake lots of water. Make sure to include Vitamin E in your diet as it may help in imparting anti-aging properties and benefits skin health. I make sure to include almonds in my diet and make it a part of my beauty routine as it fills my body up with the right nutrients. I also make sure to use a Vitamin C facial oil for my skin.## The lockdown isn't necessarily a bad thing, it is not! One needs to detoxify from the hustle-bustle of the city and take measures to stay home, fit, and healthy. Make sure to indulge yourself in activities that are fun and productive.## Stay tuned...

Shriya Pilgaonkar: Quarantine an opportunity to value simplest things

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Actress Shriya Pilgaonkar will be celebrating her birthday with her family on Sunday at home due to the lockdown. She says the quarantine period has been an opportunity to look inwards and value the simplest things.## "I have been working on my birthdays for the last four years and haven't been home with my family. While I'm always grateful to be celebrating a working birthday, I am even more grateful this year to be at home and in good health given the current situation," Shriya, daughter of actors Sachin and Supriya Pilgaonkar, told IANS.## "Of course, it would have been nice to have my close friends with me but right now the most important thing is that we continue to practice social distancing and really live mindfully. We really can't be selfish and need to realize that we can fight COVID-19 only if we are all responsible," she said.## Shriya prayed for the caregivers and the first responders. "My thoughts and prayers are with all the frontline health workers, doctors, and all those people who are tirelessly putting themselves out there in the face of danger and helping save lives. This quarantine period has truly been an opportunity to look inwards and value the simplest things that give us joy and not take any moment or people for granted."## She added: "I guess this is nature's way of shaking off the entitlement that we all, as humans. I hope and pray we all come out of this stronger and as better human beings."## Shriya made her Bollywood opposite Shah Rukh Khan in the 2016 film, "Fan". Later, she proved her mettle in the web show "Mirzapur".## Recently, she featured in a virtual play, "Lockdown Love", to lighten up the mood of people amid the COVID-19 lockdown.## Stay tuned...

Pankaj Tripathi starts conversational series for fans amid lockdown

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Actor Pankaj Tripathi has found an interesting way of engaging with fans during the ongoing coronavirus lockdown.## In a series started by the actor on his Facebook page, Pankaj narrates slice-of-life stories from his own experiences that changed his perspective of life. He talks about memories of his growing-up years.## In one of the stories he narrated, the actor spoke about how the train and its sounds evoke in him bittersweet childhood memories.## "I didn't start it with a script in mind. It's a conversational series where I talk to my fans about the things that matter to me. It's more often than not the simple things in life that we end up caring for the most," said Pankaj.## "Locked down at home, waiting for these tough times to pass should remind people where their priorities lie," he added.## As for films, he has projects like "Ludo" and "Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl" in his kitty.## Stay tuned...

Hrithik Roshan shares 'lockdown tips' for 'mental health'

Mumbai, April 24 (IANS) Being locked down 24 hours inside our home is sure to have an impact on mental health. To avoid that, Hrithik Roshan has shared some 'lockdown tips' with fans. The Bollywood superstar suggests a daily dose of vitamin D to take care of mental health even as we continue to be confined at home.## In a selfie he shared on Instagram, Hrithik sits in the sun. "Get your shot of Sun. Every day. 10 mins...Find a way. #stayalert #mentalhealth #vitd #staybright #lockdowntips," the actor wrote.## Fans of the actor replied to his post with praises and love, but most of them seemed more interested in gushing about his looks than involving in any serious discussion on mental health.## One fan wrote: "Smoldering handsomeness".## Another fan posted: "Handsome hunk, I can do anything for you!"## Another fan expressed: "I do everything Hrithik Roshan tells me."## Hrithik Roshan has been spending the lockdown with his ex-wife Sussanne Khan, who has temporarily moved in with him, to take care of their two sons Hrehaan and Hridhaan.## Talking about mental health, Hrithik has recently started learning piano, which he feels is "great for activating both sides of the brain".## Stay tuned...

Manushi Chhillar: Supply free sanitary pads with ration to poor

Mumbai, April 24 (IANS) Former Miss World Mansuhi Chhillar has urged state governments to distribute sanitary pads along with daily ration to the underprivileged.## Manushi lauds the government's decision to include sanitary pads as essential commodities amid the COVID-19 crisis. However, she explains that underprivileged women have become prone to severe risks due to shortage of funds in the hands of daily wage earners because of SARS-CoV-2 -- the terminology now being used by the medical fraternity to describe the novel coronavirus globally.## "I'm hugely thankful that sanitary pads have been listed as an essential commodity by the government of India during the SARS-CoV-2 crisis. However, we need to focus on how women, especially from the economically handicapped strata, can get pads free of cost. I also urge the governments of various states to kindly look into distributing sanitary pads along with daily rations to the underprivileged," she said.## Manushi backs Project Shakti, a non-profit program, that has joined hands with local women across India and has empowered them to make a living by educating them to make biodegradable sanitary pads. The initiative works towards raising awareness on menstrual hygiene among women in the local communities of these women.## "The issue is that due to the shortage of funds, particularly among the daily wage earners, most would be looking to spend their money on just food and women's sanitation might not be a top priority for many families. This would increase the health hazard for millions of women in India as sanitary pads come at a certain cost and the financial crisis is definitely going to push women to be at risk," she added.## Manushi said she has spoken to organizations who are working non-stop in ensuring pads are distributed free of cost.## "But it would be great if administration, from a district level to city to state-level comes forward to help the needy."## On the work front. Manushi is all set to make her Bollywood debut in the historical drama "Prithviraj" opposite Akshay Kumar later this year.## Stay tuned...

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