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Big B works out at home, asks fans to keep 'the gym going'

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan has been inspiring fans to stay fit during self-quarantine in the time of the coronavirus outbreak. ## On Tuesday, Big B posted a selfie from his gym. ## "Keep the gym going.. build resistance.. fight fight fight," he captioned the image. ## Amitabh's post has garnered a lot of praises. ## Actor Sidharth Malhotra commented: "Love and respect sir." ## Actor Dino Morea wrote: "Terrific sir...keep it going." ## On the film front, Big B will be seen in "Chehre" and "Gulabo Sitabo". ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned to us.

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Lockdown diaries: Katrina Kaif works out as her sister Isabelle films

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Lockdown diaries: Katrina Kaif works out as her sister Isabelle films

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Katrina Kaif spends a whole lot of time working out to stay active during self-quarantine, and who should play the professional cameraperson to capture the Bollywood star's fitness moves but her sister Isabelle. ## On Tuesday, Katrina shared a couple of split-screen videos on her Instagram account where she can be seen working out at her building's terrace, while her trainer Yasmin Karachiwala also sweats it out at her home due to social distancing. ## Katrina captioned: "#WorkoutFromHome #Part2. Since we are all practicing #SocialDistancing @yasminkarachiwala and I worked out at our homes and put the workouts together for you to do at yours. Stay home stay safe." ## In the introductory video, Katrina says: "Since we are all still practicing social distancing, I am going to be doing my workout from home, Yas is going to do it from her house and we are going to do split screen. We are going to do a 10-minute warm-up and a 20-25 minutes full body routine. ## The actress also shared the details of her workout for her health freak fans to follow. She wrote: " #Warmup?? ## 1.Squat with feet hip width apart - 2 sets x 25 reps?? ## 2.Squat with feet wide parallel- 2 sets x 25 reps ?? ## 3.Squat with feet wide turnout- 2 sets x 25 reps ?? ## 4.Squat with feet together- 2 sets x 25 reps? ?? ## #Workout:?? ?? ## 1.Forward and Backward Lunge - 2 sets x 15 reps ?? ## 2.In Hover, Hip Dips - 3 sets x 20 reps ## 3.Curtsy Lunge to Side Kick - 3 sets x 15 reps ?? ## 4.Suicide Push- 3 sets x 15 reps ?? ## 5.Landis or Single Leg Squat - 3 sets x 15 reps ?? ## 6.Squat Jacks - 3 sets x 25 reps" ## Katrina had shared a video on Instagram on Monday where she can be seen washing dishes at home as the domestic help is unable to turn up amid coronavirus lockdown. The actress wrote: "really makes u appreciate all the help we have at home #socialdistancing #staysafe #helpoutathome." ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned to us.

Anil Kapoor: There's no escaping my workout

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) The outbreak of coronavirus has put a halt on normal lives of all people, but it has not stopped actor Anil Kapoor from working out! ## Anil on Tuesday took to Twitter, where he shared a video of him exercising indoors. ## "Let's keep moving ( indoors )! There's no escaping my workout when my trainer Marc is staying with me! #QuarantineandWorkout #StayHomeStayFit," Anil captioned the video. ## In the clip, Anil can be seen sweating it out a cycle. ## On the acting front, he was last seen on screen in "Malang", which also stars Aditya Roy Kapoor, Disha Patani and Kunal Kemmu. ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned to us.

Amid pandemic, Vidya Balan thanks coronavirus for curbing pollution

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) With COVID-19 lockdowns all around, vehicular pollution has lessened. The air is purer, the trees are greener and the sky clearer. It seems the earth is using this opportunity to rejuvenate itself. Bollywood actress Vidya Balan finds a reason to smile despite the depressing atmosphere all around and thanks life coming to a standstill owing to the coronavirus scare, for stopping us for a while and making us realise the gift of life. ## The actress has posted a video to convey her thoughts, where she says: "Thank you coronavirus for shaking us and showing us we are dependent on something much bigger than we think. Thank you for making us appreciate the luxury we lived in -- abundance of products, freedom, health, and realising we were taking it for granted. Thank you for stopping us to make us see how lost we were in the 'busy-ness' not having time for the most basic things. Thank you for allowing us to put aside all our problems we thought were so important and showing us what is actually important." ## "Thank you for stopping the transport. The earth was begging us to look at the pollution for a very long time. We didn't listen." ## "Thank you for all the fear. It has been a global disease for years but not many of us wanted to face it. But now we have to face it and learn how to embrace it with love and with the support of our community. Thank you for this revaluation of our lives. Thank you as we finally understand what it means that we are all connected. Thank you for the unity between all of us...Be grateful, stay aware. Things will never be the same again. The world is changing now." ## Sharing the video on her Instagram, Vidya wrote: "There's always something to be grateful for." ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned to us.

Demand of new releases expected to go up post COVID-19

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Bollywood and Hollywood were the box office drivers of 2019, making the coveted one billion clubs the new normal. With the coronavirus epidemic hitting the entertainment sector hard, the demand for new films is expected to grow so that the industry can return on the same path after the lockdown phase.## According to a study by Kotak Institutional Equities Research, CY2019 was the second consecutive year of good box office performance. Bollywood churned out 17 over Rs1 billion grossers, nearly doubling the count over CY2017-19.## The box office success report highlights some trends -- impressive progress of movies into Rs 1 billion and Rs 2 billion clubs. The number of films crossing Rs1 billion/Rs2 billion Net Box Office Collection (NBOC) has doubled to 17/7 over CY 2017-19.## The growth can be attributed to -- the proliferation of multiplexes, the rise of young stars and the associated increase in the supply of good content, broad-based demand across weekends, a gradual move away from quarterly seasonality and high dependence on long weekends.## Another highlight was the relatively muted growth of the top five movies. Over the past few years, the top five movies (5-yr CAGR at 4%) have dragged Bollywood NBOC growth. This trend is due to fading BO performance of the big stars (the three Khans -- Shah Rukh, Salman and Aamir); the new crop of stars are yet to deliver blockbuster hits, the inability of multiplexes to expand footfall base given a weak macro and modest growth in per capita income/purchasing power and limited crossover films such as "Baahubali" that cut across regions.## It is important to mention that the steady improvement in the performance of the new crop of stars (Ranveer Singh, Ranbir Kapoor, Shahid Kapoor, Tiger Shroff, Ayushmann Khurrana, Kartik Aaryan, Rajkummar Rao and Alia Bhatt) and Akshay Kumar have more than compensated for the falling contribution of the three Khans' NBOC.## The market of streaming services must be growing in India, but it doesn't affect the box office business. Several movies that score low on visual effects/production value have garnered Rs1 billion + NBOC. Ideally, OTT should have impacted BO collection of such movies if one assumes that consumers prefer to watch movies with good visual effects in cinemas and low-to-mid budget films on small screens.## The "Avengers" film broke records. Hollywood's contribution to PVR's ticket sales increased to 19% in CY2019 from 16-17% earlier. It is worth noting that "Avengers: Endgame" surpassed the #1 Hindi movie of CY2019 in terms of India NBOC. It was the only movie to have round-the-clock shows on the release weekend.## In fact, "Avengers: Endgame" (CY2019) grew 67% over "Avengers: Infinity War" (CY2018) in India versus 37% growth worldwide. The report shows a growing market for Marvel superhero movies in India, backed by the popularity of a few Hollywood sequels in India and untapped opportunities.## When it comes to the regional box office, CY2019 was one of the weakest years for regional BO, especially South. PVR's SPI cinemas' occupancy dropped to 51% in CY2019 from about 57% in CY2018. A pick-up in the regional box office led by multiplex penetration is a trend that should play out in the future.## With the world experiencing a complete/partial lockdown of cinemas in view of the Covid-19 outbreak, PVR is expected to incur a cash loss of about Rs550-600 million per month. According to the study, the company has adequate liquidity to navigate a complete lockdown of about five months and would be able to borrow more, if need be.## Post Covid-19, things seem to get better with "a strong bounce-back" expected. The demand is expected to be led by pent-up demand, and a packed line-up of movies.## "We believe that PVR's performance is largely linked to content quality and likely weakness in macro aftermath Covid-19 would have a modest impact on PVR's operating performance," read the report.## For more and latest news about Bollywood and Hollywood, stay tuned with us.

Vijay Varma: I am glad to be a part of Imtiaz Ali's creation

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Actor Vijay Varma, who became a household name after "Gully Boy", returns as a dreaded narcotics dealer in the Netflix web series "She", scripted by Imtiaz Ali. The actor is extremely elated to have got an opportunity to be a part of the filmmaker's creation.## "I am glad that I have got an opportunity to be a part of Imtiaz Ali's creation, which is so beautiful and so full of rich, profound stories. This is a completely different shade of Imtiaz Ali is what I felt. He has a wide range of things to say and this one is his most unique story to date," Vijay told IANS.## In the web series, a lady constable poses as a prostitute to help the police nab Sasya, the narcotics dealer.## Sharing about his character, the actor said: "I play a character called Sasya, although it's debatable what his real name is. He works in a very mysterious way, he is doing a business which is very secret. Therefore the personality is extremely secretive. The unreliability of this person is extremely attractive. He belongs to a certain region and speaks that dialect. The most charming part of this character is the surprises and shocks that he brings."## Sasya is a sadistic person and a control freak especially in matters of sexuality. Informing about the character traits, Vijay added: "There is a deep sense of superiority that he experiences because he is a control freak. Especially when it comes to matters of sexuality, he thinks that is his forte. There are streaks of sadistic nature in him and there is also a great storyteller in him at the same time."## It wasn't easy to approach this kind of character initially. For Vijay, it was quite disturbing but at the same time interesting because he is fascinated by the works of Manto and Ismat Chughtai.## The actor revealed: "It disturbed me when I heard the part. The story also felt disturbing. Therefore it compelled me to dig deeper and find something. I am a big fan of writers like Manto and Ismat Chughtai who dwell in these kinds of complex emotions. All these fascinating stories and storytellers have charmed me."## Also starring Aaditi Pohankar, "She" premiered on Netflix on March 20. The web series has been directed by Avinash Das and Arif Ali.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

Sayani to star as acid attack victim in 'The Good Karma Hospital'

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Actress Sayani Gupta will be seen essaying the role of a nurse in a British medical drama titled "The Good Karma Hospital".## In the ITV series, Sayani will play a nurse named Jyoti, who falls prey to an acid attack. The series, that was shot in 2018, has a few tracks one of which, follows Sayani's character post the attack and goes through 17 restorative stages of surgery and medical procedure. It will also put spotlight on her grueling personal journey and transition after the acid attack.## "I got cast for this after a couple of auditions by Sehar Latif and this was one of the most gratifying and heartbreaking characters I played so far. The British cast and crew along with the Sri-Lankan crew were absolutely incredible," Sayani said.## She continued to narrate her experience on the sets: "And to be doing most of my scenes with the terrific Amanda Redman and Nimmi Harasgama was unbelievably educational actually. I learned so much on that set. We had two directors Philip John and John Mckay who were both so uniquely brilliant. I underwent 17 stages of acid attack and surgical prosthetics and Davy Jones, a BAFTA winner prosthetics genius and Abby did some groundbreaking work on me. Graham Frame who is one of the most senior and respected cinematographers from Britain shot the show. I learned a great deal from him as well and we had a beautiful equation. Tiger aspects are the producers and Trevor and Rosemary took such good care of us. This entire team of British and Sri-Lankan crew was just so magnanimous and wonderful. We had such a beautiful time shooting in stunning Sri Lanka. I really got lucky with this one and will always be grateful for this magical experience."## The series is set in a hospital in Kerala and is set to bring many more exciting and gripping plot-lines for its third installment of the show. The shooting was done in Galle, in Sri-Lanka over three months. It also stars Amanda Redman, James Floyd, Neil Morrisey, Amrita Acharya, Nimmi Harasgama and Indian actors Darshan Jariwala.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

Katrina 'dishes out' tips on household chores

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Curfews and lockdowns in the time of COVID-19 pandemic have given our Bollywood stars a lot of time at hand to try out things they never had time to even think of, let alone imagine doing. Bollywood star Katrina Kaif, for instance, seems to be using the time well, it seems, to hone her skills in household chores.## Going by a video she put up on Instagram, Katrina has become quite an ace at dishwashing. What's more, she is seen imparting tips to fans on how to effectively wash dishes without wasting too much water.## "Since the house helps are also practicing self-isolation, Izzy (Katrina's sister Isabelle) and I have decided to take turns to do the washing up. I thought I would do a little professional tutorial," the actress says, as she goes about with her dishwashing errand.## Katrina then gets into details about the effective way to wash dishes. "First, I was deciding... should I lather each bowl, rinse it and put it in the rack? Then I decided that there was a better way to do it. Put all the dishes inside the sink, and then turn off the water so that you don't waste it. Lather all of them and put them back here and then rinse them all," she says.## Well, looks like Katrina is putting her days of self-quarantine to good use. Only the other day, she posted a screenshot of a video call she had with Bollywood buddies Varun Dhawan and Arjun Kapoor.## "Reunited... our newly reformed aclub' with a very appropriate name a#isolated r us'," she captioned the pic. Incidentally, Varun and Arjun have apparently established an "I Hate Katrina Kaif" club!## The screenshot posted by Katrina, featuring the two actors, came after a video she put up earlier, where she is seen strumming the guitar and singing a song. The video, however, is muted and Katrina has promised that due sound effect is soon to come.## Her next release is Rohit Shetty's "Sooryavanshi", which casts Akshay Kumar in the title role. The film was scheduled to release on March 24, but has been indefinitely pushed back owing to the coronavirus outbreak. The cop action thriller brings back Akshay and Katrina together after nearly a decade since they paired opposite each other in "Tees Maar Khan", the 2010 box-office dud that is largely still recalled for Katrina's blockbuster dance number, "Shiela ki jawaani".## According to rumours, Katrina could also star with Amitabh Bachchan in a father-daughter comedy directed by Vikas Bahl next year. There has been no official confirmation on any such project yet.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

Ranveer Singh is proud of father-in-law Prakash Padukone

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) Actor Ranveer Singh on Monday took a moment to applaud his father-in-law, badminton legend Prakash Padukone, who changed the scenario of Indian badminton by becoming the first person of this country to win the prestigious All England Open 40 years ago.## "40 years ago on this day, Prakash Padukone changed the fate of badminton forever. He won the All England Championship in London's Wembley Arena, creating history for Indian sports. An unprecedented, landmark victory that shines everlastingly in the annals of time...#legend...#proud," Ranveer wrote on Instagram.## He also shared a few pictures of Prakash Padukone from the championship.## At the age of 24, Prakash Padukone defeated two-time defending champion Liem Swie King of Indonesia 15-3, 15-10 at Wembley Stadium on March 23, 1980 .## Earlier in the day, Prakash Padukone's daughter Deepika penned a heartfelt note for her father.## "Papa, Your contribution to Badminton and Indian Sport is immeasurable! Thank You for your inspiring display of dedication, discipline, determination and years of hard work! They don't make you like you anymore... We love you and are proud of you! Thank You for being you!" Deepika wrote.## On the work front, Deepika and Ranveer will be seen sharing screen space together in Kabir Khan's "'83".## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

Big B, Katrina to play father-daughter in new film?

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) Amitabh Bachchan, and Katrina Kaif could star as father and daughter in an upcoming slice-of-life comedy.## The film is to be directed by "Queen" helmer Vikas Bahl according to a report in Mumbai Mirror and is tentatively titled as "Deadly".## "The film is tentatively titled 'Deadly', as the story is centered around a funeral. Katrina loved the basic premise, which essentially traces the protagonist's journey of self-discovery with humorous undertones, and gave an instant go-ahead to Vikas," the newspaper reported a source as saying.## The source added that Katrina, who has primarily enthralled fans as a mainstream star over her nearly-17-year career, is looking to experiment with new genres now and the project fits the bill at this point. The makers have reportedly approached Bachchan with an offer for the central role, and an official announcement of the project will be made soon as he gives a confirmation.## Incidentally, Katrina's Bollywood debut film "Boom" (2003) also starred Big B as a protagonist. She also had a cameo in the Big B-starrer "Sarkar" (2005) and featured with Bollywood icon Big B and superstar Aamir Khan in "Thugs Of Hindostan" (2018). Recently, Big B and Katrina played father and daughter in a new advertisement.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

Rana Daggubati wants people to read more during COVID-19 lockdown

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) Actor Rana Daggubati feels it is important for the generation to know about the past in order to build a future.## With people staying indoors amid the global coronavirus outbreak, Rana has made the content in ACK (Amar Chitra Katha) and Tinkle apps available for free for a month. He feels it will help people stay busy while they are under lockdown. The actor is a partner at ACK.## "Given the current scenario, I think it's best to be home clean and safe. But the problem is that we are a generation that's used to being engaged in so many things. So at ACK (Amar Chitra Katha), we decided to let out our online subscriptions open this month so children and adults have access to all of the amazing ACK and Tinkle titles," said Rana.## "They can choose to read right through. They are the stories of our land... And when reading was popular culture this is where most of us learnt about our country, our Gods, kings and culture that made us in the most fun illustrations and stories. And I think it's important for the generation to know our past and build a future," he added.## Talking about the coronavirus pandemic, the actor said: " We're probably seeing something like this for the first time. So it's important to be extremely cautious and hygienic at all times and enjoy the time and peace by yourself. And not panic."## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

COVID 19 effect: Richa Chadha cooking three times a day

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) The COVID-19 pandemic has created a lockdown situation in the country, and the Bollywood couple Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal is giving company to each other virtually. In an Insta story both Richa and Ali posted, he is seen bantering with her, and their onversation could leave you in splits. ## Evidently missing each other, the video has Ali lying on his couch and Richa on hers as they discuss Covid-19. Richa said: "I hate cooking but I am doing it three times a day. ## Ali asked her: "Are you washing your hands?" They then ask each other if they are taking their vitamin supplements. ## Taking off on the famous scene in "Deewar", Richa replied: "Mere paas Vitamins D-3, B-12 hai, tumhare paas kya hai." ## The couple with their video sends out a message of checking on your loved ones constantly. Expected to get married next month, they had to call off their wedding do due to the COVID-19 outbreak. ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned to us.

Kangana Ranaut birthday: Fan wishes pour in on social media

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) Bollywood 'Queen' Kangana Ranaut turned a year older on Monday, and her fans took to social media to send in good wishes to the actress. ## One user wrote: "Many many happy returns of the day #KanganaRanaut ma'am. #HappyBirthdayKanganaRanaut." ## "Happy birthday to the most talented and versatile Queen of Bollywood #KanganaRanaut. We wish her all the love and happiness," wrote another. ## One used said: "Happy Birthday to 2 of the most honest and impactful ladies of India - @smritiirani & the #KanganaRanaut." ## As she turned 33, the actress conveyed her gratitude to her well-wishers in a video message. She also remembered Bhagat Singh on his death anniversary by reciting a few lines from Kaifi Azmi's poem. She also renders Mohammad Rafi's 1964 track "Kar chale hum fida jaan-O-tan saathiyon" song from the movie "Haqeeqat". ## One user said: "It feels good when you know two of d most strong women sharing the same day of bdae who're rulling in their field The one is bae #KanganaRanaut whose the queen of bollywood & d second one is @smritiirani who's the queen of Amethi." ## "One and only actress who is perfect as a human being and as an artist too. A superstar but yet a devotee and ground rooted. A pure nationalist and proud of Himachal. #HappyBirthdayKanganaRanaut," said another. ## One shared: "Kangana Ranaut is truly an example of hardwork pays off! An epitome of beauty, courage, success and feminism. Happy birthday #KanganaRanaut you truly are the queen of Bollywood." ## On the work front, Kangana will be seen in action film "Dhaakad" and "Thalaivi", a biopic of late former Tamil Nadu chief minister J. Jayalalithaa. She also has "Tejas" coming up, where she plays an Air Force pilot. ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned to us.

B'day girl Kangana recites Kaifi Azmi composition as tribute to martyrs

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) Actress Kangana Ranaut paid tribute to Indian freedom fighters by singing a song written by Kaifi Azmi on the her birthday, that coincides with Shaheed Diwas on Monday. ## Thanking all her friends and fans who are constantly sending her birthday wishes, the actress said: "I am taking a moment to thank everyone for sending so much love on my birthday. But it is an important day in our history, as we know that three freedom fighters –- Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev were Martyr today; I would like to sing a song written by veteran poet Kaifi Azmi." ## And then she sang the song "Saans thamti gayi… ab tumhare hawale wataan sathio". ## She added: "How it must have been when our freedom fighters gave their lives in the name of the nation." ## Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev were hanged till death on March 23, 1931, by the British Government for the assassination of John Saunders, a British police officer in 1928 in Lahore jail. ## Kangana's sister Rangoli shared pictures that show the actress celebrating her birthday with her parents and family by performing puja. ## She wrote: "Kangana performing janamdin pooja and Kanya pooja, our parents organised, this is how they always celebrated our birthdays, navagrah pooja followed by worshipping Maa Durga in the form of little girls." ## Kangana's upcoming films include the J. Jayalalithaa biopic "Thalaivi", the action drama "Dhaakad", and "Tejas" where she plays an Air Force pilot. ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned to us.

Big B shares idea that clapping reduces virus potency, faces flak and deletes post

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan shared an opinion offering logic behind the Janata Curfew clapping at 5pm on Sunday, but netizens werent very impressed. On facing social media flak, Big B subsequently took down his post. ## In the post the superstar shared an opinion someone sent him, suggesting that vibration caused by mass clapping can reduce or destroy potency of the deadly coronavirus. ## "AN OPINION GIVEN : 5 pm ; 22nd Mar, 'amavasya', darkest day of month; virus, bacteria evil force at max potential & power ! Clapping shankh vibrations reduce/ destroy virus potency Moon passing to new 'nakshatra' Revati. ## cumulative vibration betters blood circulation," talking to Twitter Instagram on Monday afternoon, Big B shared. ## He added in Hindi: "Someone sent this to me. Don't know how much of this is true." ## However, after facing flak from netizens, the actor soon deleted the post. ## One user commented: "I demand an apology from @SrBachchan for spreading misinformation through his Twitter account putting millions of lives at stake. #AmitabhBachchan" ## Another user wrote: "Hollywood celebrities like Rihanna, Ryan Reynolds and Justin Timberlake donated millions to fight coronavirus. Meanwhile Amitabh Bachchan is sharing watsapp forward on how noise and Amavasya can kill viruses. What sham these Bollywood celebrities are." ## Sharing a screenshot of Amitabh Bachchan's tweet, another user wrote: "Next time anyone asks what is the difference between SRK and Amitabh Bachchan, show them this." ## Like the rest of India, the veteran actor also participated in the clapping ritual on Sunday evening along with his family. Big B shared a video on Instagram where he can be seen clapping his hands standing on the terrace while his daughter Shweta Bachchan Nanda, daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and granddaughters Navya Naveli Nanda and Aaradhya Bachchan ring bells. ## Appreciating the unity shown by our nation, which participated together in encouraging the working staff like doctors, cleaning staff and delivery boys by clapping hands, ringing bells and banging utensils, Amitabh Bachchan wrote a poem on his blog. ## He wrote: "Questions in blue .. for it was true ..what we witnessed in prime .. was a nation divine .. united in one .. nothing undone ..historic in its conclusion .. never an ablution ..not a spectacle in sight .. national resolve and fight ..we worked for humanity .. with utmost clarity ..our differences apart .. coming together to start ..this historic revolution .. be same be one be one creation .. !" ## The megastar concluded with a message for his fans, saying, "Love .. be safe be cautious .. be in prevention." ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned to us.

Vaani Kapoor: Was always inspired by stars like Madhuri, Sridevi

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) Actress Vaani Kapoor says she has always been inspired by the dancing and acting skills of Bollywood divas like Madhuri Dixit Nene and the late Sridevi.## Vaani's dance hits include "Ghungroo" in "War" and "Nashe si chadh gayi" in "Befikre" among others. She will now be seen in a glamorous avatar in the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer "Shamshera", in which she plays the role of a performer.## "I've always believed for an actor it's very important and integral to try and learn as many art forms as they can in order to make their performance an overall success. I consider myself very lucky that the people and the industry have given me so much appreciation for my dance pieces," she said.## The actress shared that she hadn't had any formal training in dancing before she entered Bollywood.## "Honestly, it wasn't easy. I have never received formal training as a dancer until I entered Bollywood. I was always very inspired by actors such as Madhuri, Sridevi and so many more! They are performers. I have always aspired to be an actor who not only acts but is an overall performer. It's taken a lot of hard work behind each piece that I put out in front of our audience," Vaani said.## Vaani says she is excited to play a performer in "Shamshera".## "In 'Shamshera' too, I'm really excited to play the role of a performer who dances her way into the hearts of people and I have some amazing songs to perform on. I'm hoping that all the songs of 'Shamshera' become a huge success too. It's a product of our love, sweat, and hard work," she said.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

Priyanka Chopra participates in Janata Curfew clapping in US

Los Angeles, March 23 (IANS) Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas is currently not in India, but she also participated in PM Narendra Modi's Janata Curfew clapping initiative from her home in US.## Taking to her Instagram Story, Priyanka posted a video in which she is seen clapping for those who are working round the clock to save lives from coronavirus.## "People around the world have shown their appreciation for the doctors, nurses and all first responders battling by COVID-19 by clapping on their balconies. Although I couldn't be there in India today to join, I am there in spirit.#jantacurfewIndia," she wrote.## On the work front, Priyanka, who was last seen in "The Sky Is Pink", will be next seen in Netflix's "The White Tiger".## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned to us.

Ranveer Singh shares his 'out of quarantine' look

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) The outbreak of COVID-19 has brought the world to a standstill, however, Bollywood's livewire star Ranveer Singh is thinking ahead and shared his "out of quarantine" look.## On Monday, Ranveer shared a photograph of himself on Instagram, wherein he looked like a zombie and also carried dreadlocks.## He captioned the image: "Me coming out of quarantine".## The image currently has 1.4 million likes on the photo-sharing website.## Ranveer has been keeping his fans and followers entertained with his daily updates during quarantine times.## The actor recently shared a photograph of himself indulging in a whole jar of Nutella.## On the acting front, Ranveer will next be seen in "83", directed by Kabir Khan.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

Rani says she started a 'new journey' with 'Hichki'

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) Her film "Hichki" completed two years of its release on Monday, and actress Rani Mukerji said that the film is very special for her and that she started a new journey in the industry with the movie.## "When I think how special ‘Hichki' is, I have to first say that it was a triumph of sorts for many things. It was breaking a lot of stereotypes. I was doing a film after marriage and motherhood," she said.## Rani added: "It was a film that was released globally especially in countries like China where it became a blockbuster and was accepted as a heart-touching human story and a celebration of the human spirit. I think that kind of proved how special the film ‘Hichki' was."## The film has a message of beating stereotypes and featured Rani as a determined school teacher who is dealing with Tourette Syndrome.## Rani says the statement "Hichki" made with its success shattered the massive stereotype that married actresses are shunned by the audience, regressive belief prevalent in the industry.## " 'Hichki' spoke about a lot of things which were kind of unspoken in away. When you do a film, you don't know what that film is going to eventually do but the success of 'Hichki' helped a lot of people to understand that it's never an actor's personal life that can trigger any kind of failure or success. It all depends on how good the content is, what are you doing as an artist to bring the script to life and with what intention you are making a film," she said.## Rani says the film was made with the "purest of intentions" and that no amount of business strategy went into making "Hichki".## The actress feels "Hichki" will forever remain a truly "special" film for her.## "I think for me it will always remain like that one special film. My first film after motherhood. In a way, my first film in the second innings of my career. It was a re-birth for me as a person, as a mother. I started a new journey in the industry and ‘Hichki' would be the first. My first ever film was Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat which was my Phase 1 I would say and in Phase 2 – Hichki would be my 1st film. It will always remain special. I loved working on it," she said.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

Kriti Sanon, Gippy Grewal disappointed with Janta roadshows during Janata Curfew

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) While many people came out in their balconies to participate in PM Narendra Modi's Janata Curfew clapping initiative, there were Indians who stepped out into the streets in large groups, chanting and clanging vessels amid coronavirus outbreak, putting themselves in the danger of being exposed to the virus.## Celebrities like Kriti Sanon, Gippy Grewal, and Nia Sharma have strongly condemned the behavior of such people who hit the streets in large groups on Sunday, clearly misunderstanding the concept of #5Baje5minute initiative.## Taking to the Instagram story, Kriti wrote: "While I was feeling proud at the unity I saw at 5 p.m., I came across some videos of people dancing on the roads in huge groups with thaali-chamach celebrating God knows what.## "This is only gonna make it worse. The 5 pm applaud was a part of the curfew to show our gratitude! From your windows/houses just for 5 minutes."## She urged people to "be responsible" to combat the "serious situation".## Punjabi singer Gippy Grewal too expressed his disappointment over the people who hit the streets on Sunday to celebrate #5baje5minute applaud.## " Seriously...??? Aa kuch Karan layi kis ne kiha si ? Ki Banu India da ...Sache patsha WaheGuru jane .... Plzzzz Stay home (Who told you guys to do this... I just pray to God. Please stay home)," Gippy tweeted.## "Naagin 4" actress Nia Sharma also slammed the people for their irresponsible behavior.## She wrote: "Dancing on the streets ...beating thalis ...we now know how intelligent are you! Now please stay at home.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

Kangana Ranaut's b'day: Here's a binge-watching guide

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) Bollywood 'Queen' Kangana Ranaut has entertained movie buffs with several outstanding performances throughout her career of nearly a decade and a half.## Her journey from being a girl from a small village in Himachal Pradesh with starry dreams to a National Award-winning Bollywood superstar has been full of twists and turns. Coming from a village near Manali, Kangana entered the tinsel town with no starry connection, and went ahead to make a place for herself in Bollywood. She proved her talent and versatility with films like "Gangster", "Woh Lamhe", "Life In A...Metro", "Tanu Weds Manu" and "Fashion". While she hit the right notes with her talent, Kangana was ridiculed for her accent, derided for her fashion sense and censured for her honesty.## As she turns a year older, IANS suggests a few movies you can watch to keep yourself entertained during isolation.## * GANGSTER (2006) -## She entered Bollywood with the movie, directed by Anurag Basu, in 2006. It is a love story of a gangster, which tells a tale of a romance that is gritty, painful, and comes with twists. It also stars Emraan Hashmi and Shiney Ahuja. Besides gripping story and powerful performances, the film is still remembered for its songs.## * WOH LAMHE (2006) -## Kangana essayed the role of a troubled glamorous actress who battles fame, pride, and schizophrenia. It explores the life of the actress as she meets a director, played by Shiney Ahuja, and falls in love. The film takes the audience on a journey about how the two bond with each other in difficult times. The movie is said to be based on sensational yesteryear star Parveen Babi and her relationship with Mahesh Bhatt, who has written the film.## * TANU WEDS MANU (2011) -## The comic drama turned the notion that marriages are made in heaven, on its head. The film narrates a love story of two completely opposite people -- Tanu and Manu. The 2011 romantic drama is directed by Aanand L. Rai and also stars R. Madhavan, Jimmy Sheirgill, Deepak Dobriyal, and Swara Bhaskar.## * QUEEN (2014) -## The film tells the story of Rani who, after being dumped by her fiance two days before their wedding, packed her bags and traveled to Europe for the pre-booked honeymoon alone. Shaken, she explores her identity and self-confidence as she explored the foreign land and met new people. Directed by Vikas Bahl, the movie was a runaway hit and made Kangana A-list star.## * MANIKARNINKA: THE QUEEN OF JHANSI (2019) -## With "Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi", Kangana brought the story of Rani Laxmibai alive on the silver screen. Directed by Kangana and Radha Krishna Jagarlamudi, the film also stars Atul Kulkarni, Suresh Oberoi, Danny Denzongpa and Ankita Lokhande.## * PANGA (2020) -## One can also watch Kangana's "Panga" in this difficult time due to the global outbreak of coronavirus. Directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, "Panga" also features Neena Gupta, Richa Chadha, and Jassie Gill. The film, released on January 24, revolves around a kabaddi player, played by Kangana, who wants to make a comeback in the game after marriage and motherhood.## * LIFE IN A... METRO (2007) -## Set in Mumbai, the film narrates stories of the lives of nine people and how their lives change when their fates intertwine. It explores the complexities of emotions and other dilemmas. The film also stars Shilpa Shetty, Kay Kay, Irrfan Khan, Konkona Sen Sharma, Sharman Joshi, Shiny Ahuja, and Dharmendra.## * TANU WEDS MANU RETURNS (2015) -## A sequel of "Tanu Weds Manu", the 2015 film starts after four years of Tanu's (Kangana) and Manu's (R. Madhavan) marriage. They have parted ways but still retain feelings for each other. The film also introduced Kangana's double role Datto, an ambitious Haryanvi girl. Manu falls in love with Datto. The film is about finding love and the spark in the relationship again.## * FASHION (2008) -## The movie is about an ambitious small-town girl Meghna Mathur (Priyanka Chopra) who wants to make it big in the fashion industry as a supermodel. Kangana had a supporting act of a supermodel, who sees a decline in her career and resorts to drugs.## * JUDGEMENTALL HAI KYA (2019) -## "Judgementall Hai Kya" reunites "Queen" co-stars Kangana and Rajkummar Rao after a gap of around five years for a killer thriller drama. The dark comedy revolves around Bobby (Kangana) and Keshav (Rajkummar) as they lead their life trying to figure out the difference between reality and illusions. A murder investigation brings more chaos to their lives. It is about finding the person behind the murder.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

Lucknow police hunt for Kanika's missing friend

Lucknow, March 23 (IANS) The Lucknow police are now frantically searching for a Mumbai based entrepreneur, Ojas Desai, who was present with singer Kanika Kapoor at Hotel Taj and left the city on March 16. ## While the police have tracked over 260 people who interacted with the singer but Ojas Desai has remained untraceable. ## Chief medical officer (CMO) Dr Narendra Agarwal said that they had been trying to track down Desai but did not have his exact address in Mumbai or his whereabouts. ## The singer is in quarantine and cannot be questioned at this time, he added. ## The Hotel Taj, however, has sent 11 of its employees who interacted with Kanika during her two day stay at the hotel into quarantine. "We are keeping close watch on their health and necessary checks are being done," said a hotel official. ## The Hotel Taj has been shut down by the Lucknow administration after it was found that the singer had stayed there. ## Meanwhile, the Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS) where Kanika is presently admitted, has said that her second test on Sunday also showed that she is Coronavirus positive. ## SGPGIMS director Prof R.K. Dhiman said that the singer was doing well otherwise but would remain in hospital until she tested negative for the virus. ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned to us.

Shah Rukh uses his movie scenes to create COVID-19 awareness

Mumbai, March 22 (IANS) Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Sunday came out with a unique and interesting video to create awareness about coronavirus among people. ## He made a fun and informative video on COVID-19 using scenes from his movies. ## From the popular "Loveria" song of his 1992 hit "Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman" to stills from hits such as "Kal Ho Na Ho" (2003), "Chalte Chalte" (2003) and "Raees" (2017), clips of various SRK films have been put together in an attempt to convey facts about coronavirus in his explainer. ## Not only this, he even highlighted the kind of masks people should not buy -- the kind he wore in "Baazigar" and "Badshah". ## "InshaAllah #JantaCurfew will help against the spread of virus, though we may have to do this again. The clapping brought so much cheer. So a reminder of safeguards, with some cheer... Pls take it in the right spirit. To all relentlessly working today - Extremely Grateful. Thx!," he wrote in his tweet on Sunday," SRK tweeted. ## Meanwhile, on work front, SRK has been missing in action from the big screen since December 2018. He was last seen in "Zero". His fans are eagerly waiting for him to announce his next project. ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned to us.

COVID-19 effect: Priyanka, Nick are a picture of mush during quarantine

Los Angeles, March 22 (IANS) Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas and her pop star husband Nick Jonas may have self-quarantined in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, but the couple never misses a chance to engage in PDA on social media.## Priyanka on Saturday posted a picture of mush on social media, which she also used to profess the fact that self-isolation is the need of the hour.## In the picture, the actress can be seen sleeping with her head in Nick's lap. Their pet dog can also be seen sitting and relaxing next to the couple.## "Stay at home," she captioned the picture.## On the other hand, Nick shared a video in which the two urged people to stay at home and maintain social distancing.## On the work front, Priyanka will be soon seen in Netflix's "The White Tiger".## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

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