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Aankhen, directed by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and starring Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar, Arjun Rampal, Sushmita Sen, Paresh Rawal and Aditya Pancholi released 23 Years ago. Here’s a fun fact: Did you know that Akshay had the chance to choose one of 3 roles? Subhash K Jha looks back at Aankhen, and in a throwback interview, Akshay Kumar reveals why he chose his role and more behind-the-scenes facts.

“Truth is stranger than fiction,” is a favourite throwaway line of all characters in this intriguing hide and freak game. The truth behind the fiction in Aankhen sure is strange, no matter how we look at it. Adapted from the director’s Gujarati stage play, Aankhen is an ensemble piece that tries to turn the inherent staginess of the material into the film’s biggest Usp.

Though the characters confab, conspire, and converse incessantly, as is the wont in plays, they also convey a...

Subhash K Jha talks with director Vishwas Paandya on the one where Anupam Kher- Manish Paul play a family of contract killers in his debut film Baa Baa Black Sheep, which released in 2018.

Debutant director Vishwas Paandya chose a very unusual comedic subject for his first film Baa Baa Black Sheep.

“It’s the story of a contract killer masquerading as a cashew nut seller, played by Anupam Kher, who must now reveal the family business to his son, played by Manish Paul, to carry the bloody legacy forward. The humorous pandemonium that ensues forms the crux of the plot,” says Vishwas, whose father, Jayendra Pandya, was a well-known producer in the 1970s associated with renowned filmmakers like Hrishikesh Mukherjee.

“The world I created in Baa Baa Black Sheep is far removed from the cinema my father was associated with. I grew up on everything from David Dhawan to Guy Ritchie,...

Bollywood Mascot: Famous poet and politician Kumar Vishwas has once again stirred the pot with his bold and controversial remarks, this time focusing on the name of Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan’s son, Taimur. Known for his outspoken views on various subjects, Vishwas has been making waves with his statements, and his recent comments have reignited the debate surrounding Taimur’s name.

During a recent poetry event at the Tirthankar Mahavir University in Moradabad, Kumar Vishwas raised eyebrows when he criticized the decision to name the celebrity couple’s son Taimur. His comments came after he took aim at the naming choices of famous personalities, particularly in the film industry. Vishwas suggested that celebrities should be more careful when choosing names for their children, reflecting on the broader societal implications of such choices.

In his remarks, Vishwas said, “We, the people of this country, give you popularity, we buy the tickets,...

Kumar Vishwas Sparks Controversy With Remarks On Shatrughan & Sonakshi Sinha (Photo Credit – Instagram)

In a recent event, politicians and poet Kumar Vishwas seemed to take a subtle dig at veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha and his daughter Sonakshi Sinha. Without clearly mentioning their names, Vishwas invokes a fresh round of Controversy with the “Ramayana” house.

He comments and urges everyone to teach their children Ramayana and Geeta. Vishwas comments to prominent Bollywood Actor Shatrughan and his daughter Sonakshi about her inter-faith Marriage.

Kumar Vishwas Criticizes Shatrughan Sinha and his daughter, referring to her inter-faith Marriage

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Maamla Legal Hai, the comedy series streaming on Netflix, presents a unique blend of humor and real-life legal incidents that not only entertain but also shed light on important legal matters. Through its engaging narrative, viewers are prompted to smile, laugh, and gain insights into the complexities of the legal system. As a third-generation lawyer grappling with the challenges of establishing herself in the District Court in Patparganj, Ananya’s struggles and triumphs serve as a compelling narrative thread in Maamla Legal Hai, making her stand out brilliantly amidst the ensemble cast. Despite Ananya’s prestigious education at Harvard and her family background with both her father and grandfather being lawyers, she encounters challenges, each presenting a unique test for her determination and resilience. What sets Ananya’s character apart is her unwavering determination in the face of adversity. Through her experiences and the various incidents that unfold in the courtroom,...

Actor Anant V Joshi has opened up on the off-screen camaraderie shared by Ravi Kishan, Nidhi Bisht and Naila Grewal, the star cast of ‘Maamla Legal Hai’, during the filming of the courtroom comedy that will premiere on Netflix on March 1. Anant’s character, Vishwas Pandey, proudly declares himself as the ‘Donna’ of the fictitious Patparganj court — a nod to the show ‘Suits’.

From squeezing a lawyer into an already crowded lawyers’ block to orchestrating the transformation of a dog into a lion, Vishwas is a character that keeps the laughter rolling.

Shedding light on the off-camera dynamics, Anant, who was most recently seen in ’12th Fail’, said: “Our time shooting in Delhi was like a spontaneous picnic. The actors, just as hilarious off-camera as they are on the show, created an atmosphere brimming with laughter. Ravi’s non-stop antics had us cracking up, Nidhi’s comedy timing was spot-on,...

New Delhi, Dec 8 (Ians) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan is known for sharing personal anecdotes on ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, and revealed his father, illustrous poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan’s monthly salary. He added how they didn’t have money to afford a pen.

In the episode 84 of the quiz-based reality show, host Big B welcomed Vishwas Tulshiram Dake from Mhalis Pimpalgaon District Beed, Maharashtra to the hot seat. He is a farmer.

After winning Rs 3,20,000, the actor took out his pen and signed the cheque for the contestant. While, signing the cheque, Big B touched the nib of the pen on his tongue to make it work better.

Seeing this, the contestant curiously asked the actor: “Why did you do that to the pen? I had the habit too. When the pen won’t work at school.”

Amitabh said: “I have the same habit.”

The ‘Sholay’ actor said: “Do you think it can be yours only?...

New Delhi, Dec 8 (Ians) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan is known for sharing personal anecdotes on ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, and revealed his father, illustrous poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan’s monthly salary. He added how they didn’t have money to afford a pen.

In the episode 84 of the quiz-based reality show, host Big B welcomed Vishwas Tulshiram Dake from Mhalis Pimpalgaon District Beed, Maharashtra to the hot seat. He is a farmer.

After winning Rs 3,20,000, the actor took out his pen and signed the cheque for the contestant. While, signing the cheque, Big B touched the nib of the pen on his tongue to make it work better.

Seeing this, the contestant curiously asked the actor: “Why did you do that to the pen? I had the habit too. When the pen won’t work at school.”

Amitabh said: “I have the same habit.”

The ‘Sholay’ actor said: “Do you think it can be yours only?...

New Delhi, May 28 (Ians) Rishikesh Joshi and Vishwas Choksi, two individuals have taken a key step eight years ago to revolutionise the sporting culture and support the empowerment of grassroots sports in schools in India, by founding the organisation called ‘Sports for All’ (Sfa).

Since its inception in 2015, Sfa has enabled 12 Championships at Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, and Uttarakhand, across 28 sporting disciplines, with the participation of 200,000 athletes and more than 4000 schools.

“It is always been a long-term vision to be able to stitch up a unifying platform for school sports across the country. There are a lot of things that need to come together to be able to do that,” said Joshi, who is a national-level swimmer.

Sfa Championships is an inter-school city-based model, where 15,000 plus kids between the age of 5 and 17 can take part.

Last year Sfa hosted four championships, bringing school sports alive in Hyderabad, Pune and Uttarakhand and...

Actor Vishwas Saraf, who is seen playing Karan in the show ‘Junooniyat’, talked about joining the show and playing a character which is completely opposite to his real self. “It feels amazing to be a part of the show, couldn’t have been luckier. It is not only a big break for me in the television industry but has also given me the opportunity to work with veteran artists and wonderful co-actors. There is so much to learn every day. I feel blessed,” he said.

About playing Karan in the show which also stars Ankit Gupta, Gautam Vig, and Neha Rana in pivotal roles, he added: “It really doesn’t feel scripted. I am as natural and real as I am in person. As the major part of the show revolves around the life and journey of college students, I can very much relate to it as I have recently...