The feature-length directorial debut of British short filmmaker and cinematographer Karan Kandhari, “Sister Midnight” (2025), on the surface reads like textbook international festival bait—exactly the kind of India-set film global audiences love to indulge in. Nominated for the Caméra d’Or at Cannes in 2024 and winner of the Next Wave Best Feature at Fantastic Fest, the film is steeped in exactly the kind of issues we’re right to scrutinize in works of this nature.
The dialogues feel like they were piped through Google Translate, and it’s baffling that seasoned performers like Radhika Apte, Ashok Pathak, and Chhaya Kadam didn’t seem to flinch. The laborious attempt to orchestrate a black-comedic ballad leads to a third act that drags itself out. What we get is a half-westernised film unable to hold the full cultural weight of the country it so desperately wants to embody.
Yet, what pulls it all...
The dialogues feel like they were piped through Google Translate, and it’s baffling that seasoned performers like Radhika Apte, Ashok Pathak, and Chhaya Kadam didn’t seem to flinch. The laborious attempt to orchestrate a black-comedic ballad leads to a third act that drags itself out. What we get is a half-westernised film unable to hold the full cultural weight of the country it so desperately wants to embody.
Yet, what pulls it all...
- 6/21/2025
- by Shashwat Sisodiya
- High on Films
Can You Stream Radhika Apte’s Sister Midnight In India?(Photo Credit –YouTube)
Radhika Apte’s critically acclaimed and award-winning black comedy Sister Midnight is available to rent, but not in India. Currently, it is accessible in the United Kingdom on several platforms, including Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Sky Store. All platforms offer similar rental pricing, between £4 to £5 ($5 to $6 Usd), and the purchase price is the same across all platforms at £9.99 ($13.47 usd).
OTTPlay also reported that the film is available on Tubi, and Indian viewers can stream a censored version on the platform. However, Tubi is not currently available in India, and even in the US, Sister Midnight is not available for streaming. So, for now, those reports appear to be just rumors. The portal also reported that Prime Video is expected to acquire the film officially. If that happens, the uncensored version may be available for streaming by the end of the year.
Radhika Apte’s critically acclaimed and award-winning black comedy Sister Midnight is available to rent, but not in India. Currently, it is accessible in the United Kingdom on several platforms, including Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Sky Store. All platforms offer similar rental pricing, between £4 to £5 ($5 to $6 Usd), and the purchase price is the same across all platforms at £9.99 ($13.47 usd).
OTTPlay also reported that the film is available on Tubi, and Indian viewers can stream a censored version on the platform. However, Tubi is not currently available in India, and even in the US, Sister Midnight is not available for streaming. So, for now, those reports appear to be just rumors. The portal also reported that Prime Video is expected to acquire the film officially. If that happens, the uncensored version may be available for streaming by the end of the year.
- 6/20/2025
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
I will be honest. I hated Sister Midnight. It is one of the most seriously loathsome films on slum-life, injected with heavy doses of sickening surrealism, and of course there is Radhika Apte, every Smita Patil fanboy-director’s favourite whacked dream.
I am tired of watching Ms Apte’s strong-woman-in-a-sticky-situation act (admittedly very competently staged) . There are weak women out there who also need a voice, as Apte’s actor-sisters Tillotama Shome and Amruta Subhash have recently showed us articulately .
Radhika Apte in Sister Midnight is choked with rage. She is like the pipe in washbasin, clogged with filth. She plays Uma, a fact that I didn’t know until we were much into morbid loose-motion picture. For lengthy patches writer-director Karan Kandhari doesn’t allow his characters to speak. Or is it that the characters don’t allow the director to have a say? They seem to take over...
I am tired of watching Ms Apte’s strong-woman-in-a-sticky-situation act (admittedly very competently staged) . There are weak women out there who also need a voice, as Apte’s actor-sisters Tillotama Shome and Amruta Subhash have recently showed us articulately .
Radhika Apte in Sister Midnight is choked with rage. She is like the pipe in washbasin, clogged with filth. She plays Uma, a fact that I didn’t know until we were much into morbid loose-motion picture. For lengthy patches writer-director Karan Kandhari doesn’t allow his characters to speak. Or is it that the characters don’t allow the director to have a say? They seem to take over...
- 6/19/2025
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Recent times have been a boon for films by or about Indian women. On top of Cannes Grand Prix winner All We Imagine As Light, 2024 also saw the premiere or release of Suchi Talati’s Girls Will Be Girls, Sandhya Suri’s Santosh, and Kiran Rao’s controversial Best International Feature pick Laapataa Ladies. Into that mix comes Karan Kandhari’s Sister Midnight, an offbeat black comedy partly about the difficulty of being a modern Indian woman.
The woman in question is Uma (Radhika Apte), a newlywed first seen on the train as she makes her way to her husband Gopal’s (Ashok Pathak) home. From the start, Kandhari is perfectly willing to let us sit in the silence of our main characters––until the day begins and both Uma and the viewer are thrown headfirst into the chaos of Mumbai. As a heroine, Uma is rather, shall we say,...
The woman in question is Uma (Radhika Apte), a newlywed first seen on the train as she makes her way to her husband Gopal’s (Ashok Pathak) home. From the start, Kandhari is perfectly willing to let us sit in the silence of our main characters––until the day begins and both Uma and the viewer are thrown headfirst into the chaos of Mumbai. As a heroine, Uma is rather, shall we say,...
- 5/12/2025
- by Devan Suber
- The Film Stage
Subhash K Jha shines the light on Mamta Kulkarni’s life and career in this special feature.
Why did Mamta Kulkarni become untouchable for the film industry? At one time, she had the best banners. Alas, she didn’t have the manners to go with the banners. A certain crassness was noticed in her behaviour. The industry clung to the crudity and disregarded the girl’s obvious confidence before the camera.
In one of his press interviews, Bharat Shah was once quoted as saying Mamta Kulkarni is a “loose woman.” I do believe the polite and soft-spoken producer-tycoon was misquoted. How can any individual of such stature and power talk so “loosely” about a lady?
Mamta had it all. Then she went and lost it to God knows what. Perhaps her ego? Or was it the desire to reach the moon without getting her feet snarled in the caters?
Each...
Why did Mamta Kulkarni become untouchable for the film industry? At one time, she had the best banners. Alas, she didn’t have the manners to go with the banners. A certain crassness was noticed in her behaviour. The industry clung to the crudity and disregarded the girl’s obvious confidence before the camera.
In one of his press interviews, Bharat Shah was once quoted as saying Mamta Kulkarni is a “loose woman.” I do believe the polite and soft-spoken producer-tycoon was misquoted. How can any individual of such stature and power talk so “loosely” about a lady?
Mamta had it all. Then she went and lost it to God knows what. Perhaps her ego? Or was it the desire to reach the moon without getting her feet snarled in the caters?
Each...
- 4/20/2025
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
“Sister Midnight” (2024) is a sharp and darkly humorous satire that explores the entrapment of women within the institution of arranged marriages in India, carried by Radhika Apte with her insanely brilliant performance. The film follows Uma (Apte), a boisterous young woman who arrives in a new city after her arranged marriage, stepping into unfamiliar ground filled with a judgmental environment. The opening sequence, with Uma on a train at night, haunted by a frightening dream waiting for her, sets the tone for her journey—one filled with isolation and disillusionment. By the film’s end, she departs again, but this time in daylight, carrying all her delusions on a different train.
Uma struggles to connect with her husband, Gopal, who is indifferent to her presence. He prioritizes work and drinking, showing no interest in intimacy. Uma, eager to forge a connection, even signals her willingness to start their marital life,...
Uma struggles to connect with her husband, Gopal, who is indifferent to her presence. He prioritizes work and drinking, showing no interest in intimacy. Uma, eager to forge a connection, even signals her willingness to start their marital life,...
- 3/17/2025
- by Ajay Rahul Raja
- High on Films
The director talks about his genre-trampling film Sister Midnight, the hilarious and gory story of a female force of nature stifled in an arranged marriage
One of the most powerful scenes in Sister Midnight is also a quiet and unexpected one. The protagonist, Uma, sits idly with her neighbour Sheetal outside their adjoining homes in Mumbai. To pass the time, the bored housewives pretend to be divorcing one another. Amid the role play, Uma turns to her confidant and says: “I’m tainted goods, I’m a divorcee. But it’s Ok. I’ll wear this like a badge and go forth to the hills, form a manless nation and build a monolithic altar to the pussy.”
The statement captures what is so provocative about the film – it turns societal norms on their head and dares to ask: what if we did things differently? At its core, the film feels quite feminist.
One of the most powerful scenes in Sister Midnight is also a quiet and unexpected one. The protagonist, Uma, sits idly with her neighbour Sheetal outside their adjoining homes in Mumbai. To pass the time, the bored housewives pretend to be divorcing one another. Amid the role play, Uma turns to her confidant and says: “I’m tainted goods, I’m a divorcee. But it’s Ok. I’ll wear this like a badge and go forth to the hills, form a manless nation and build a monolithic altar to the pussy.”
The statement captures what is so provocative about the film – it turns societal norms on their head and dares to ask: what if we did things differently? At its core, the film feels quite feminist.
- 3/12/2025
- by Nadia Khomami
- The Guardian - Film News
Almost 20 years after his student film, “Bye Bye Miss Goodnight” (2005), Karan Kandhari makes another comedy-drama. “Sister Midnight” gathered 8 nominations in total, at such events as the British Independent Film Awards and the 77th Cannes Film Festival.
Sister Midnight is screening at Black Movie
Set in Mumbai, one of the most congested urban areas of India, the narrative follows Uma (Radhika Apte) and her attempts to find herself in a new reality, as she just moved in with her new husband, Gopal (Ashok Pathak), after an arranged marriage. They stay in a tiny one-room house, but Gopal, preferring to drink with friends after work, is rarely there. Her sole companion is the neighbour, Sheetal (Chhaya Kadam). Bored and disregarded, Uma becomes more and more frustrated. However, out of this frustration comes determination to change her situation.
At the beginning, due to a lot of exposition with very sparse dialogue, the movie does not offer much information.
Sister Midnight is screening at Black Movie
Set in Mumbai, one of the most congested urban areas of India, the narrative follows Uma (Radhika Apte) and her attempts to find herself in a new reality, as she just moved in with her new husband, Gopal (Ashok Pathak), after an arranged marriage. They stay in a tiny one-room house, but Gopal, preferring to drink with friends after work, is rarely there. Her sole companion is the neighbour, Sheetal (Chhaya Kadam). Bored and disregarded, Uma becomes more and more frustrated. However, out of this frustration comes determination to change her situation.
At the beginning, due to a lot of exposition with very sparse dialogue, the movie does not offer much information.
- 1/22/2025
- by Tobiasz Dunin
- AsianMoviePulse
Father’s Day 2024 marks a special milestone for Vikrant Massey, celebrating his first as a dad after welcoming his son Vardaan with his wife Sheetal Thakur earlier this year.
Heartwarming Family Moment
Sheetal Thakur shares an endearing picture of Vikrant holding baby Vardaan, capturing a precious father-son bond.
Loving Tribute from Sheetal Thakur
Sheetal expresses her admiration for Vikrant’s fatherhood journey, showering him with love and appreciation on social media.
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Embracing Parenthood
The couple’s journey into parenthood unfolds with heartfelt moments shared with their newborn, reflecting their joy and love.
Vikrant Massey and Sheetal Thakur’s Father’s Day celebration highlights their growing family’s happiness and love.
Heartwarming Family Moment
Sheetal Thakur shares an endearing picture of Vikrant holding baby Vardaan, capturing a precious father-son bond.
Loving Tribute from Sheetal Thakur
Sheetal expresses her admiration for Vikrant’s fatherhood journey, showering him with love and appreciation on social media.
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Sheetal Massey (@sheetalthakur)
Embracing Parenthood
The couple’s journey into parenthood unfolds with heartfelt moments shared with their newborn, reflecting their joy and love.
Vikrant Massey and Sheetal Thakur’s Father’s Day celebration highlights their growing family’s happiness and love.
- 6/17/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Actor Vikrant Massey and Sheetal Thakur recently embarked on their first vacation with their newborn son, Vardaan. The couple couldn’t resist sharing some incredible moments from their getaway.
Cherished Memories Shared
Sheetal Thakur took to Instagram on June 7 to share breathtaking snapshots from their holiday. In the first image, she exuded elegance in a radiant blue dress, showcasing a post-pregnancy glow. The second snapshot captured her son’s tiny legs during their flight journey.
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A post shared by Sheetal Massey (@sheetalthakur)
Tender Family Bonding
Other photos depict tender moments, with Sheetal pushing Vardaan in a stroller, enjoying serene river views, and bonding with dad Vikrant Massey in the park. She also shared a heartfelt selfie from the flight, cradling her baby under a cover alongside Vikrant.
Reflective Caption
Alongside the stunning snapshots, Sheetal captioned them with a reflective thought, pondering on the simplicity of...
Cherished Memories Shared
Sheetal Thakur took to Instagram on June 7 to share breathtaking snapshots from their holiday. In the first image, she exuded elegance in a radiant blue dress, showcasing a post-pregnancy glow. The second snapshot captured her son’s tiny legs during their flight journey.
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A post shared by Sheetal Massey (@sheetalthakur)
Tender Family Bonding
Other photos depict tender moments, with Sheetal pushing Vardaan in a stroller, enjoying serene river views, and bonding with dad Vikrant Massey in the park. She also shared a heartfelt selfie from the flight, cradling her baby under a cover alongside Vikrant.
Reflective Caption
Alongside the stunning snapshots, Sheetal captioned them with a reflective thought, pondering on the simplicity of...
- 6/8/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Karan Kandhari’s “Sister Midnight” is a surreal Mumbai fable with an aggressive comedic rhythm. It’s composed by hitting the same few notes ad nauseam, but hitting them exceptionally well and for much longer than one might expect before it eventually runs out of steam. All the while, Kandhari takes a novel visual approach to the topic of arranged marriage, situating his woebegone couple — his protagonist in particular, a woman who feels trapped — in a realm of strange psychosis. It’s better than it has any right to be, but not nearly as good as it should be.
Uma (Radhika Apte) is brash, acerbic and vulgar. Unable to cook or manage household expenses, she fulfills very few of the rigid expectations of a new Indian bride. When she arrives at her cramped new one-room apartment with her soft-spoken husband Gopal (Ashok Pathak) — an ostensible stranger — on their wedding night,...
Uma (Radhika Apte) is brash, acerbic and vulgar. Unable to cook or manage household expenses, she fulfills very few of the rigid expectations of a new Indian bride. When she arrives at her cramped new one-room apartment with her soft-spoken husband Gopal (Ashok Pathak) — an ostensible stranger — on their wedding night,...
- 5/27/2024
- by Siddhant Adlakha
- Variety Film + TV
Vikrant Massey may be riding high on the success of his latest film “12th Fail,” but that doesn’t mean he’s neglecting his responsibilities as a father. His wife, Sheetal Thakur, recently took to Instagram to give fans a peek into their family life, including adorable moments with their son, Vardaan.
In a series of unseen photos, Sheetal shared snapshots capturing Vikrant’s tender moments with their son. One particularly striking image shows the actor cradling Vardaan against the backdrop of a breathtaking sunset. Another photo depicts Vikrant engaging in playful antics with his son, although his face remains hidden from view.
Among the candid shots shared by Sheetal are glimpses of their daily routines, including a peek at Vardaan’s diaper changing station and snapshots from their outings and meals together. The collection concludes with a heartwarming image of Vardaan engrossed in monochrome flashcards, highlighting the joys of parenthood for the couple.
In a series of unseen photos, Sheetal shared snapshots capturing Vikrant’s tender moments with their son. One particularly striking image shows the actor cradling Vardaan against the backdrop of a breathtaking sunset. Another photo depicts Vikrant engaging in playful antics with his son, although his face remains hidden from view.
Among the candid shots shared by Sheetal are glimpses of their daily routines, including a peek at Vardaan’s diaper changing station and snapshots from their outings and meals together. The collection concludes with a heartwarming image of Vardaan engrossed in monochrome flashcards, highlighting the joys of parenthood for the couple.
- 5/6/2024
- by Kaushal Pal
- ReferSMS
Actress Sheetal Thakur, wife of Vikrant Massey, recently shared heartwarming glimpses of her beautifully decorated house as they welcomed their baby boy Vardaan. The couple announced the arrival of their first child on February 7, with Sheetal sharing a series of pictures on Instagram.
The decorations in their house followed a blue theme, with balloons, a big teddy bear, flowers, and other decorative items adorning the space. Sheetal captioned the post “In my Boy Mom era,” expressing her joy at embracing motherhood.
Vikrant and Sheetal had announced the birth of their son through a note on social media, expressing their happiness and love for their new addition. Two days later, Vikrant shared the first glimpse of their baby boy, revealing his name, Vardaan.
Vikrant and Sheetal’s relationship began in 2015, and they starred together in the web series ‘Broken But Beautiful’. They got engaged in November 2019 and officially registered their marriage on February 14, 2022.
Vikrant Massey,...
The decorations in their house followed a blue theme, with balloons, a big teddy bear, flowers, and other decorative items adorning the space. Sheetal captioned the post “In my Boy Mom era,” expressing her joy at embracing motherhood.
Vikrant and Sheetal had announced the birth of their son through a note on social media, expressing their happiness and love for their new addition. Two days later, Vikrant shared the first glimpse of their baby boy, revealing his name, Vardaan.
Vikrant and Sheetal’s relationship began in 2015, and they starred together in the web series ‘Broken But Beautiful’. They got engaged in November 2019 and officially registered their marriage on February 14, 2022.
Vikrant Massey,...
- 2/25/2024
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Vikrant Massey is making headlines for his career milestones and personal joys. Recently, he welcomed his first child with his wife Sheetal Thakur, bringing immense happiness to the couple and their fans.
Vikrant and Sheetal Share a Glimpse
The couple shared the first glimpse of their newborn son with their admirers on social media. In the photo, Sheetal adorns a pink saree, cradling their son in her arms, while Vikrant affectionately looks on. Although the baby’s face remains hidden, the couple’s joy radiates through the image. They captioned the post, “Nothing less than a blessing… We named him ‘Varadan.'”
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The post quickly went viral, garnering millions of likes and shares, with fans eagerly awaiting a glimpse of baby Varadan. The couple’s decision to name their son “Varadan,” meaning blessing, resonated deeply with their followers.
Vikrant and Sheetal Share a Glimpse
The couple shared the first glimpse of their newborn son with their admirers on social media. In the photo, Sheetal adorns a pink saree, cradling their son in her arms, while Vikrant affectionately looks on. Although the baby’s face remains hidden, the couple’s joy radiates through the image. They captioned the post, “Nothing less than a blessing… We named him ‘Varadan.'”
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A post shared by Vikrant Massey (@vikrantmassey)
The post quickly went viral, garnering millions of likes and shares, with fans eagerly awaiting a glimpse of baby Varadan. The couple’s decision to name their son “Varadan,” meaning blessing, resonated deeply with their followers.
- 2/24/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Highlights:
Vikrant Massey and Sheetal Thakur delightedly announced the arrival of their first child, a baby boy, on February 7. The couple, who tied the knot in 2022, expressed their joy through a heartwarming Instagram post.
Vikrant Massey and Sheetal Thakur announced on Instagram:
In a joint statement, Vikrant and Sheetal shared their excitement, stating, “For we have become one. We are bursting with joy and love to announce the arrival of our son. Love Sheetal and Vikrant.” The announcement poster, adorned with cute illustrations of toffees, a rainbow, tiny shoes, a feeding bottle, and a rattle, symbolized their newfound parenthood.
The couple, who had been dating for some time before exchanging vows, embraced parenthood with immense happiness. Their journey from partners to parents marks a new chapter filled with love and joy.
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A post shared by Vikrant Massey (@vikrantmassey)
On The Work Front:
Meanwhile, Vikrant Massey...
Vikrant Massey and Sheetal Thakur delightedly announced the arrival of their first child, a baby boy, on February 7. The couple, who tied the knot in 2022, expressed their joy through a heartwarming Instagram post.
Vikrant Massey and Sheetal Thakur announced on Instagram:
In a joint statement, Vikrant and Sheetal shared their excitement, stating, “For we have become one. We are bursting with joy and love to announce the arrival of our son. Love Sheetal and Vikrant.” The announcement poster, adorned with cute illustrations of toffees, a rainbow, tiny shoes, a feeding bottle, and a rattle, symbolized their newfound parenthood.
The couple, who had been dating for some time before exchanging vows, embraced parenthood with immense happiness. Their journey from partners to parents marks a new chapter filled with love and joy.
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Vikrant Massey (@vikrantmassey)
On The Work Front:
Meanwhile, Vikrant Massey...
- 2/8/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Mumbai, Feb 8 (Ians) Actor Vikrant Massey and his wife Sheetal Thakur are celebrating a new chapter in their lives as they joyfully announced the arrival of their first child.
Taking to Instagram, the couple shared a note: “07.02.2024 For we have become one… we are bursting with joy & love to announce the arrival of our son… love, Sheetal & Vikrant.”
The note has images of baby things like a hoodie, soft toys, booties, feeding bottle, stroller and a rainbow.
Vikrant captioned the post with a joining hand emoji, and a white heart.
The Upsc trainer Vikas Divyakirti, who essayed himself in Vikrant-starrer ‘12th Fail’ commented on the post and said: “Congratulations to both of you for having the little prince in your life. Congratulations to the little prince for having awesome parents.”
Medha Shankr, who starred alongside Vikrant in ‘12th Fail’ commented: “Congratulations, you guys.”
Raashii Khanna said: “Congratulations Masseys’.”
Suniel Shetty...
Taking to Instagram, the couple shared a note: “07.02.2024 For we have become one… we are bursting with joy & love to announce the arrival of our son… love, Sheetal & Vikrant.”
The note has images of baby things like a hoodie, soft toys, booties, feeding bottle, stroller and a rainbow.
Vikrant captioned the post with a joining hand emoji, and a white heart.
The Upsc trainer Vikas Divyakirti, who essayed himself in Vikrant-starrer ‘12th Fail’ commented on the post and said: “Congratulations to both of you for having the little prince in your life. Congratulations to the little prince for having awesome parents.”
Medha Shankr, who starred alongside Vikrant in ‘12th Fail’ commented: “Congratulations, you guys.”
Raashii Khanna said: “Congratulations Masseys’.”
Suniel Shetty...
- 2/8/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Jan 18 (Ians) Padma Shri awardee Sivamani recently entertained distressed passengers at the Kochi airport. As the routines of air travellers continue to get disrupted due to intense fog in different parts of the country, Sivamani brought respite as he turned the situation into an impromptu drumming session.
At the Kochi airport on Wednesday afternoon, several passengers had to wait for over 40 minutes for their luggage at the conveyor belt. However, it turned into a pleasant moment for the traveller when Sivamani performed at the conveyor belt.
A video of the musician using his drumsticks on the conveyor belt railings to recreate the beats of A.R. Rahman’s ‘Humma Humma’ from the 1995 film ‘Bombay’, has gone viral on the Internet.
A social media user took to their X and shared the video of the percussionist performing at the Kochi airport. The user wrote: “It’s been 40 minutes since we landed...
At the Kochi airport on Wednesday afternoon, several passengers had to wait for over 40 minutes for their luggage at the conveyor belt. However, it turned into a pleasant moment for the traveller when Sivamani performed at the conveyor belt.
A video of the musician using his drumsticks on the conveyor belt railings to recreate the beats of A.R. Rahman’s ‘Humma Humma’ from the 1995 film ‘Bombay’, has gone viral on the Internet.
A social media user took to their X and shared the video of the percussionist performing at the Kochi airport. The user wrote: “It’s been 40 minutes since we landed...
- 1/18/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Dec 30 (Ians) Taking a trip down the memory lane, actress Vidya Balan revealed how during her childhood, she refused to eat her food if she didn’t see the famous song ‘Sara Zamana’ featuring Amitabh Bachchan on television.
‘Sara Zamana’, sung by Kishore Kumar, is from the 1981 movie ‘Yaarana’ starring Amitabh, Neetu Singh, and Tanuja. Vidya appeared for the finale episode of quiz-based reality show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, along with Indian Para-archer Sheetal Devi.
During the game hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, Vidya recounted her childhood story related to the megastar.
The ‘Parineeta’ actress said: “I was telling Sheetal backstage. During childhood…You and I go back a long way, sir.”
Big B interrupted and said: “You’re mentioning this now.”
Vidya then went on to narrate: “You don’t know about this. If I didn’t see ‘Sara Zamana’ on TV during childhood, I’d refuse to eat.
‘Sara Zamana’, sung by Kishore Kumar, is from the 1981 movie ‘Yaarana’ starring Amitabh, Neetu Singh, and Tanuja. Vidya appeared for the finale episode of quiz-based reality show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, along with Indian Para-archer Sheetal Devi.
During the game hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, Vidya recounted her childhood story related to the megastar.
The ‘Parineeta’ actress said: “I was telling Sheetal backstage. During childhood…You and I go back a long way, sir.”
Big B interrupted and said: “You’re mentioning this now.”
Vidya then went on to narrate: “You don’t know about this. If I didn’t see ‘Sara Zamana’ on TV during childhood, I’d refuse to eat.
- 12/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Sheetal Thakur shared the adorable glimpses of her jungle-themed baby shower, along with husband and actor Vikrant Massey, and said life is about to get a whole lot cuter. On September 24, the couple had announced that they are expecting their first child.
Now, the beautiful mom-to-be Sheetal took to Instagram and dropped a string of photos, which shows her flaunting her pregnancy glow in a dark green sleeveless dress.
The couple had an intimate baby shower which included their family and friends.
Vikrant wore a white formal suit and paired it with a pink shirt. A glimpse of yummylicious cake with chocolate and vanilla frosting, and a tag of ‘hatching soon’ on it can be seen in the pictures.
The decoration also included a ‘wishing tree for baby browning’, and some fun games for the fathers.
The last picture shows the couple kissing each other.
Sheetal captioned the post...
Now, the beautiful mom-to-be Sheetal took to Instagram and dropped a string of photos, which shows her flaunting her pregnancy glow in a dark green sleeveless dress.
The couple had an intimate baby shower which included their family and friends.
Vikrant wore a white formal suit and paired it with a pink shirt. A glimpse of yummylicious cake with chocolate and vanilla frosting, and a tag of ‘hatching soon’ on it can be seen in the pictures.
The decoration also included a ‘wishing tree for baby browning’, and some fun games for the fathers.
The last picture shows the couple kissing each other.
Sheetal captioned the post...
- 12/13/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Actress Sheetal Thakur shared the adorable glimpses of her jungle-themed baby shower, along with husband and actor Vikrant Massey, and said life is about to get a whole lot cuter. On September 24, the couple had announced that they are expecting their first child.
Now, the beautiful mom-to-be Sheetal took to Instagram and dropped a string of photos, which shows her flaunting her pregnancy glow in a dark green sleeveless dress.
The couple had an intimate baby shower which included their family and friends.
Vikrant wore a white formal suit and paired it with a pink shirt. A glimpse of yummylicious cake with chocolate and vanilla frosting, and a tag of ‘hatching soon’ on it can be seen in the pictures.
The decoration also included a ‘wishing tree for baby browning’, and some fun games for the fathers.
The last picture shows the couple kissing each other.
Sheetal captioned the post...
Now, the beautiful mom-to-be Sheetal took to Instagram and dropped a string of photos, which shows her flaunting her pregnancy glow in a dark green sleeveless dress.
The couple had an intimate baby shower which included their family and friends.
Vikrant wore a white formal suit and paired it with a pink shirt. A glimpse of yummylicious cake with chocolate and vanilla frosting, and a tag of ‘hatching soon’ on it can be seen in the pictures.
The decoration also included a ‘wishing tree for baby browning’, and some fun games for the fathers.
The last picture shows the couple kissing each other.
Sheetal captioned the post...
- 12/13/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Sep 24 (Ians) Actor Vikrant Massey and his wife Sheetal Thakur have confirmed the news about expecting their first child with a post on social media.
Vikrant has confirmed the pregnancy news with a heartwarming Instagram post. Sharing a wedding photograph with Sheetal, he captioned it: “New beginnings.”
A source had confirmed the pregnancy news to Ians on September 19.
Vikrant and Sheetal Thakur began dating in 2015, before they starred together in the web series ‘Broken But Beautiful’. They got engaged in November 2019. They registered their marriage on February 14, 2022.
Vikrant made his acting debut with ‘Dhoom Machaao Dhoom’. He was then seen in films such as ‘Lootera’, ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’, ‘Half Girlfriend’, ‘Chapaak’ and ‘Haseen Dillruba’.
He will next be seen in Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s ‘12th Fail’, based on the real-life story of Ips Officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS Officer Shraddha Joshi.
–Ians
dc/kvd...
Vikrant has confirmed the pregnancy news with a heartwarming Instagram post. Sharing a wedding photograph with Sheetal, he captioned it: “New beginnings.”
A source had confirmed the pregnancy news to Ians on September 19.
Vikrant and Sheetal Thakur began dating in 2015, before they starred together in the web series ‘Broken But Beautiful’. They got engaged in November 2019. They registered their marriage on February 14, 2022.
Vikrant made his acting debut with ‘Dhoom Machaao Dhoom’. He was then seen in films such as ‘Lootera’, ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’, ‘Half Girlfriend’, ‘Chapaak’ and ‘Haseen Dillruba’.
He will next be seen in Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s ‘12th Fail’, based on the real-life story of Ips Officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS Officer Shraddha Joshi.
–Ians
dc/kvd...
- 9/24/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Mumbai, Sep 24 (Ians) Actor Vikrant Massey and his wife Sheetal Thakur have confirmed the news about expecting their first child with a post on social media.
Vikrant has confirmed the pregnancy news with a heartwarming Instagram post. Sharing a wedding photograph with Sheetal, he captioned it: “New beginnings.”
A source had confirmed the pregnancy news to Ians on September 19.
Vikrant and Sheetal Thakur began dating in 2015, before they starred together in the web series ‘Broken But Beautiful’. They got engaged in November 2019. They registered their marriage on February 14, 2022.
Vikrant made his acting debut with ‘Dhoom Machaao Dhoom’. He was then seen in films such as ‘Lootera’, ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’, ‘Half Girlfriend’, ‘Chapaak’ and ‘Haseen Dillruba’.
He will next be seen in Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s ‘12th Fail’, based on the real-life story of Ips Officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS Officer Shraddha Joshi.
–Ians
dc/kvd...
Vikrant has confirmed the pregnancy news with a heartwarming Instagram post. Sharing a wedding photograph with Sheetal, he captioned it: “New beginnings.”
A source had confirmed the pregnancy news to Ians on September 19.
Vikrant and Sheetal Thakur began dating in 2015, before they starred together in the web series ‘Broken But Beautiful’. They got engaged in November 2019. They registered their marriage on February 14, 2022.
Vikrant made his acting debut with ‘Dhoom Machaao Dhoom’. He was then seen in films such as ‘Lootera’, ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’, ‘Half Girlfriend’, ‘Chapaak’ and ‘Haseen Dillruba’.
He will next be seen in Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s ‘12th Fail’, based on the real-life story of Ips Officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS Officer Shraddha Joshi.
–Ians
dc/kvd...
- 9/24/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Sep 19 (Ians) Actor Vikrant Massey and his wife Sheetal are all set to welcome their first bundle of joy.
A source confirmed the news about Vikrant and Sheetal’s pregnancy to Ians.
Celebrity paparazzi Viral Bhayani too took to Instagram, where she shared the news. He shared a picture of the couple and wrote: “Parents soon. Congratulations”.
The pic was captioned: “Good news for this beautiful couple. Though #Vikrantmassey and #Sheetalthakur have not officially announced it but their close friends have confirmed this news to us. Congratulations.”
Vikrant and Sheetal Thakur began dating in 2015, before they starred together in the web series ‘Broken But Beautiful’. They got engaged in November 2019. They registered their marriage on February 14, 2022.
Vikrant made his acting debut with ‘Dhoom Machaao Dhoom’. He was then seen in films such as ‘Lootera’, ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’, ‘Half Girlfriend’, ‘Chapaak’ and ‘Haseen Dillruba’.
He will next be seen in...
A source confirmed the news about Vikrant and Sheetal’s pregnancy to Ians.
Celebrity paparazzi Viral Bhayani too took to Instagram, where she shared the news. He shared a picture of the couple and wrote: “Parents soon. Congratulations”.
The pic was captioned: “Good news for this beautiful couple. Though #Vikrantmassey and #Sheetalthakur have not officially announced it but their close friends have confirmed this news to us. Congratulations.”
Vikrant and Sheetal Thakur began dating in 2015, before they starred together in the web series ‘Broken But Beautiful’. They got engaged in November 2019. They registered their marriage on February 14, 2022.
Vikrant made his acting debut with ‘Dhoom Machaao Dhoom’. He was then seen in films such as ‘Lootera’, ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’, ‘Half Girlfriend’, ‘Chapaak’ and ‘Haseen Dillruba’.
He will next be seen in...
- 9/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Mumbai, Sep 19 (Ians) Actor Vikrant Massey and his wife Sheetal are all set to welcome their first bundle of joy.
A source confirmed the news about Vikrant and Sheetal’s pregnancy to Ians.
Celebrity paparazzi Viral Bhayani too took to Instagram, where she shared the news. He shared a picture of the couple and wrote: “Parents soon. Congratulations”.
The pic was captioned: “Good news for this beautiful couple. Though #Vikrantmassey and #Sheetalthakur have not officially announced it but their close friends have confirmed this news to us. Congratulations.”
Vikrant and Sheetal Thakur began dating in 2015, before they starred together in the web series ‘Broken But Beautiful’. They got engaged in November 2019. They registered their marriage on February 14, 2022.
Vikrant made his acting debut with ‘Dhoom Machaao Dhoom’. He was then seen in films such as ‘Lootera’, ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’, ‘Half Girlfriend’, ‘Chapaak’ and ‘Haseen Dillruba’.
He will next be seen in...
A source confirmed the news about Vikrant and Sheetal’s pregnancy to Ians.
Celebrity paparazzi Viral Bhayani too took to Instagram, where she shared the news. He shared a picture of the couple and wrote: “Parents soon. Congratulations”.
The pic was captioned: “Good news for this beautiful couple. Though #Vikrantmassey and #Sheetalthakur have not officially announced it but their close friends have confirmed this news to us. Congratulations.”
Vikrant and Sheetal Thakur began dating in 2015, before they starred together in the web series ‘Broken But Beautiful’. They got engaged in November 2019. They registered their marriage on February 14, 2022.
Vikrant made his acting debut with ‘Dhoom Machaao Dhoom’. He was then seen in films such as ‘Lootera’, ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’, ‘Half Girlfriend’, ‘Chapaak’ and ‘Haseen Dillruba’.
He will next be seen in...
- 9/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, July 24 (Ians) With three medals including their first-ever gold medal and six quota places for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, the Indian para-archers have reached new heights at the recently concluded 2023 World Archery Para Championships in Pilsen, Czech Republic.
India’s medal tally at Pilsen included one gold, one silver and one bronze with Sarita and Rakesh Kumar winning their first-ever gold medal after clinching the top spot on the podium in the compound mixed team open event.
Sarita also won bronze in the compound women’s team event with Jyoti while armless archer Sheetal Devi, only 16, accounted for India’s only individual medal in Pilsen – a silver in women’s compound.
This was the country’s best-ever result at the Para archery World Championships with India’s previous-best tally being two silver medals in Dubai last year. India fielded a 13-member team at the Pilsen 2023 World Archery Para Championships.
India’s medal tally at Pilsen included one gold, one silver and one bronze with Sarita and Rakesh Kumar winning their first-ever gold medal after clinching the top spot on the podium in the compound mixed team open event.
Sarita also won bronze in the compound women’s team event with Jyoti while armless archer Sheetal Devi, only 16, accounted for India’s only individual medal in Pilsen – a silver in women’s compound.
This was the country’s best-ever result at the Para archery World Championships with India’s previous-best tally being two silver medals in Dubai last year. India fielded a 13-member team at the Pilsen 2023 World Archery Para Championships.
- 7/24/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Jee Karda, the brand-new Prime Video original by Arunima Sharma, Hussain Dalal, and Abbas Dalal, might have had its flaws, but it got the vibe of a large friend group being there for each other right. There are tensions, awkwardness, brutal honesty, and love that are shared in abundance between the eight of them, and one feels content to watch the makers effortlessly present their chemistry. We have had many shows in the past that paved the way for this genre called friendship/romance drama, and here is a comparative list of why these shows need to be watched on a lazy weekend to just put a smile on your face.
Little Things (2016)
Little Things, which began as a YouTube Original in the year 2016 and was later picked up as a Netflix Original, is about a couple in a long-term relationship trudging through life, love, career, financial struggles, and insecurities.
Little Things (2016)
Little Things, which began as a YouTube Original in the year 2016 and was later picked up as a Netflix Original, is about a couple in a long-term relationship trudging through life, love, career, financial struggles, and insecurities.
- 6/19/2023
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
Jee Karda, the brand-new Prime Video Original, talks in depth about relationships and friendships and the ups and downs they go through regularly, only for one to realize this is normal and the solution lies in standing by one’s friends no matter what. Jee Karda is the tale of eight childhood friends who remain a tight-knit group even though they are well into adulthood and trying to make a life out of choices they’ve made for themselves.
Season one was an easy watch that helped us understand how romantic relationships work and how each couple in the group and even the single ones have their own issues to tackle. Season one ended with Shahid’s pent-up anger against his group coming out, and him revealing that he was witness to Arjun and Lavanya’s betrayal, and he does not regret making this news public now. Come the second...
Season one was an easy watch that helped us understand how romantic relationships work and how each couple in the group and even the single ones have their own issues to tackle. Season one ended with Shahid’s pent-up anger against his group coming out, and him revealing that he was witness to Arjun and Lavanya’s betrayal, and he does not regret making this news public now. Come the second...
- 6/18/2023
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
Romance and friendship drama shows are a good indulgence. They have a good repeat value because this genre comes with breezy storytelling with no heavy drama, yet they tap into the right emotions. Jee Karda is the new Prime Video Original that takes us through childhood friends who remain together during their adulthood as well. Nothing has changed, but at the core, they know some aspects of their relationships have altered.
Set in Mumbai, Jee Karda begins with a fortune teller predicting the future of the eight kids, and none of them taking it seriously. The whole point of approaching him is for them to have a good time together. Kids as young as them are not ready to understand the magnitude of what the man predicted for them. This sets the tone for Jee Karda because the audience knows the story is about all these eight kids and their lives from here on.
Set in Mumbai, Jee Karda begins with a fortune teller predicting the future of the eight kids, and none of them taking it seriously. The whole point of approaching him is for them to have a good time together. Kids as young as them are not ready to understand the magnitude of what the man predicted for them. This sets the tone for Jee Karda because the audience knows the story is about all these eight kids and their lives from here on.
- 6/17/2023
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
JJee Karda
Have you ever been to a wedding where, right in the middle of the festivities, the lights go off? That’s how it felt at the end of Jee Karda. A wedding, the photogenic Tamannaah Bhatia’s wedding, had just taken place and she was figuring out whether she was fit for spousedom or not when the serial ended abruptly, hoping to keep us hooked until the next season.
While some of the characters do have potential to hop and skip into a second season, others are just plain human embodiments of animalistic selfindulgence. They do what they like. They treat their partners like disposable diapers.
And though the seven friends played by Tamannaah Bhatia, Aashim Gulati, Suhail Nayyar, Anya Singh, Hussain Dalal, Sayan Banerjee, and Samvedna Suwalka , speak endlessly about commitment and honesty in relationships, they seem trapped in a writers’ block.
The writing by Abbas and...
Have you ever been to a wedding where, right in the middle of the festivities, the lights go off? That’s how it felt at the end of Jee Karda. A wedding, the photogenic Tamannaah Bhatia’s wedding, had just taken place and she was figuring out whether she was fit for spousedom or not when the serial ended abruptly, hoping to keep us hooked until the next season.
While some of the characters do have potential to hop and skip into a second season, others are just plain human embodiments of animalistic selfindulgence. They do what they like. They treat their partners like disposable diapers.
And though the seven friends played by Tamannaah Bhatia, Aashim Gulati, Suhail Nayyar, Anya Singh, Hussain Dalal, Sayan Banerjee, and Samvedna Suwalka , speak endlessly about commitment and honesty in relationships, they seem trapped in a writers’ block.
The writing by Abbas and...
- 6/15/2023
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
The partnership has multiple forms, and it means different things to different people. Udit Parekh, a renowned professional from Gujarat, has proven from his success story that a stellar partnership can do wonders for growth and success. While others in the industry suggest romantic ties between Udit and his partner, Sheetal Vegda, he has refuted all such claims and said that it is a great partnership leading to great professional results. He describes the reason for success as the refusal to leave each other’s side through the challenges on the way to success. The way they have climbed the career ladder together bears testimony to their commitment to success and collective talent.
Udit’s media career started in the year 2014 when he started his journey as a copywriter for a TV channel. Over his career journey, he embarked on various professional paths and took up roles such as anchor,...
Udit’s media career started in the year 2014 when he started his journey as a copywriter for a TV channel. Over his career journey, he embarked on various professional paths and took up roles such as anchor,...
- 3/1/2023
- by Glamsham Brand Desk
- GlamSham
The first model to make it big in Bollywood, she went on to make her name as an actress ready for unconventional and ‘bold’ (for the time) roles, usually playing independent-minded, “Westernised” women and rarely sporting saris or other Indian dresses onscreen. Unfazed at the overt “sexualisation” of her onscreen persona, Zeenat Aman went on to score a string of successes in many Bollywood classics.
But Zeenar Aman, who turns 71 on Saturday (November 19), does not need to be only remembered for playing the rebellious, tuned-out Jasbir Jaiswal/Janice in “Hare Rama Hare Krishna”, or guitar-strumming “lal kapde wali memsahab” Sunita in “Yaadon ki Baraat” (1973), or Sheela, or rather, ‘Laila’, of “Qurbani” (1980), or Sheetal of “Dostana” (1980).
The petite yet buxom actress with her exotic and sensual looks was as effective as playing the hapless, abused Rani Ranjit Singh in “Dhund” (1973), the gold-digger Sheetal in “Roti Kapada Aur Makaan” (1974), prostitute-going-straight Nisha in...
But Zeenar Aman, who turns 71 on Saturday (November 19), does not need to be only remembered for playing the rebellious, tuned-out Jasbir Jaiswal/Janice in “Hare Rama Hare Krishna”, or guitar-strumming “lal kapde wali memsahab” Sunita in “Yaadon ki Baraat” (1973), or Sheela, or rather, ‘Laila’, of “Qurbani” (1980), or Sheetal of “Dostana” (1980).
The petite yet buxom actress with her exotic and sensual looks was as effective as playing the hapless, abused Rani Ranjit Singh in “Dhund” (1973), the gold-digger Sheetal in “Roti Kapada Aur Makaan” (1974), prostitute-going-straight Nisha in...
- 11/19/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Bollywood Movies 2013
Note: Page updated on 12th March 2013!
Major upcoming Bollywood movies list in 2013
Himmatwala – March 29 2013 Nautanki Saala – April 12 2013 Ek Thi Daayan – April 18 2013 Shootout At Wadala – May 1 2013 Zanjeer – May 10 2013 Go Goa Gone – May 10 2013 Aurangzeb – May 17 2013 Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani – May 31 2013 Yamla Pagla Deewana 2 – June 7 2013 Policegiri – June 14 Ghanchakkar – Jun 28 Lootera – July 5 Bhaag Milkha Bhaag – July 12 Once Upon A Time In Mumbai 2 – August 8 (Eid) Chennai Express – August 8 (Eid) Satyagraha – August 23 Madras Cafe – August 30 Ungli – September 6 Bullet Raja – September 6 Besharam – October 2 Mental – October 2 Ragini Mms – October 11 Boss – October 18 Krrish 3 – November 1 (Diwali) Gori Tere Pyaar Mein – November 15 Rambo Rajkumar – November 15 Ram Leela – November 29 Shaadi Ke Side Effects – December 6 Dhoom 3 – December 25
2012 has the unique distinction of being a year when each of the films released on major festivals/holidays/occasions has resulted in a 100 crore winner. ‘Agneepath’ [Republic Day], ‘Housefull 2′ [Ipl kick-start] and ‘Ek Tha Tiger’ [Eid] have been a testimony to that fact and...
Note: Page updated on 12th March 2013!
Major upcoming Bollywood movies list in 2013
Himmatwala – March 29 2013 Nautanki Saala – April 12 2013 Ek Thi Daayan – April 18 2013 Shootout At Wadala – May 1 2013 Zanjeer – May 10 2013 Go Goa Gone – May 10 2013 Aurangzeb – May 17 2013 Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani – May 31 2013 Yamla Pagla Deewana 2 – June 7 2013 Policegiri – June 14 Ghanchakkar – Jun 28 Lootera – July 5 Bhaag Milkha Bhaag – July 12 Once Upon A Time In Mumbai 2 – August 8 (Eid) Chennai Express – August 8 (Eid) Satyagraha – August 23 Madras Cafe – August 30 Ungli – September 6 Bullet Raja – September 6 Besharam – October 2 Mental – October 2 Ragini Mms – October 11 Boss – October 18 Krrish 3 – November 1 (Diwali) Gori Tere Pyaar Mein – November 15 Rambo Rajkumar – November 15 Ram Leela – November 29 Shaadi Ke Side Effects – December 6 Dhoom 3 – December 25
2012 has the unique distinction of being a year when each of the films released on major festivals/holidays/occasions has resulted in a 100 crore winner. ‘Agneepath’ [Republic Day], ‘Housefull 2′ [Ipl kick-start] and ‘Ek Tha Tiger’ [Eid] have been a testimony to that fact and...
- 3/12/2013
- by Indicine Team
- indicine
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