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I’ve been thinking a lot about intervals lately. You know, that dreaded “Interval” card flashing across the screen just when the film is building up steam. For many, it’s the break to rush to the loo, grab that overpriced popcorn, or light up their phones without the guilt of disturbing someone in the dark. For me, though? Not really. I time myself before the show, I don’t always have the budget for popcorn, and I’d rather keep my phone away. Yet, here’s the thing – I grew up on Bollywood. Bollywood films are designed with the “interval block” in mind. A cliffhanger, a dramatic twist, a...

Subhash K Jha revisits the Salman Khan-Madhuri Dixit brilliant box-office hit film, Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! , which released in 1994.

Sooraj Barjatya’s three and a half hour long wedding-video done in gloriously unapologetic shades of purple, pink, mauve and military-green, was not a film. It was an extended evening of musical chairs that made the great Indian wedding look like an occasion to flaunt the peacock within all of us. Sadly, from this point onwards the clothes, attitude, flamboyance, and extravagance flaunted in Barjatya’s non-cinematic reel raga became the benchmark and definition of ‘Lavish Wedding’.

Maine Pyar Kiya. Sooraj Barjatya and Salman Khan decided they would come together for another love story, this time a full-blown musical with fourteen songs. Salman was not sure if that would work.

Initially when the film opened audiences complained about its length. So two of the songs were removed. But when...

Subhash K Jha, in a new installment of his Yhis day That Year series, he revisits Sooraj Barjatya’s Main Prem Ki Deewani Hoon from 2003, that starred Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor and Abhishek Bachchan.

It’s so easy to be cynical about a film that doesn’t break the mould but instead moulds ‘the mould’ into the director’s vision. Sooraj Barjatya loves what’s sneeringly known as the masala cinema. He adores the criss-cross of ingenious relationships and the surface-level interaction of light and shade that provides the collective emotional cloudburst for the masses.

His fourth film might not create history as his first and second works (Maine Pyar Kiya and Hum Aapke Hain Koun) did. But in serenading the status-quo Sooraj Barjatya provides us with the comforting joy of the familiar.

This time, Sooraj whittles down the labyrinthine family ties that characterized his great trilogy of family mellow-dramas.

When it comes to celebrating icons of Bollywood, Madhuri Dixit undoubtedly tops the list. Over the years, the actress has worked across a variety of genres and has particularly defined the romantic space. Not only has she collaborated with acclaimed actors, but her team-ups with legendary co-stars have given us on-screen pairings that are truly unforgettable. Here’s a look at Madhuri Dixit and some of her most memorable on-screen partnerships:

Shah Rukh Khan (Devdas)

Madhuri Dixit highlighted the silent power of love through her portrayal of Chandramukhi in the iconic film Devdas. Sharing the screen with Shah Rukh Khan, she emoted with her eyes and made audiences feel every ounce of love and heartbreak through her iconic dance performances and expressive acting.

Salman Khan (Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! )

Madhuri Dixit and Salman Khan’s playful chemistry and endearing romance in Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! continue to be cherished even today.

Looking back, Subhash K Jha re-examines the 2011 action comedy Ready, starring Salman Khan and directed by Anees Bazmi.

Salman Khan and his director, Anees Bazmi, pay a hefty comic homage to Hum Aapke Hain Koun. The Salman-Asin romance unfolds against the backdrop of a commodious joint family where every family member seems determined to have a good time, even at the expense of good taste.

True, Asin lacks the gamine charm of Madhuri Dixit. But then the Salman Khan in Ready is not quite the Salman Khan from Hum Aapke Hain Koun. He hasn’t aged. He’s just become more smug and self-confident and far less vulnerable.

Many times, we catch him looking bored on camera. But that is this iconic star’s style statement. When you are Salman Khan, you can slip out of a character if you want. No one is complaining; Bazmi’s script,...

Subhash K Jha turns the focus on Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam, which featured the epic cast of Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Madhuri Dixit, that released in 2002.

The love triangle about a jealous husband(Shah Rukh Khan), his devoted wife (Madhuri Dixit), and a supportive friend (Salman Khan) who’s mistaken for the wife’s lover by her husband, seeks inspiration from a 1974 Rajesh Khanna-Mumtaz-Sanjeev Kumar starrer Aap Ki Kasam. In Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam, the ornate packaging, top-heavy star cast, and the outmoded conventions of marital obligations and fidelity had the film trade very worried.

Though Madhuri hadn’t had much luck with Shah Rukh, she had a historic hit Hum Aapke Hain Koun with Salman Khan.

The film wasn’t only crucial for the doddering fortunes of multi-starrers but also for producer K.C. Bokadia, whose career fell on hard times in the 1990s after a couple...

Subhash K Jha revisits 2004’s innocent romantic comedy Uuf Kya Jaadoo Mohabbat Hai and also shares a fascinating behind-the-music fact!

This Rajshri production takes us back to the arcadian innocence of puppy love in Raj Kapoor’s Bobby where young people just wanna have fun, and the birds and the bees can go fly a kite…

The Rajshris deserve credit for returning to the theme of innocent love at a time when Hindi cinema candidly addresses adultery, pre-marital sex, and abortion (see the other release Yuva), and where protagonists have healthy sexual appetites. Yash (Sammir Dattani) and Pari (Pooja Kanwal) strike us as cutely conspicuous anachronisms, out of step with the cinematic definition of man-woman relationships.

Love, according to the time-warped Rajshris , is meaningless when fastened to sex. In Uuf Kya Jaadoo Mohabbat Hai, while the young love-birds have fun, another couple(newcomers Mini Tiwari and Aziz) have sex.

Try to figure that equation out,...

Which Film Did Salman Khan Initially Reject Thinking It’ll Better Suit Sunny Deol? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Before Salman Khan earned the title of Bollywood’s ‘Bhaijaan’ and became the face of blockbuster action entertainers, he was known for his charming lover-boy roles. But in 2004, the actor surprised his fans with Garv: Pride & Honour, an intense action film where he played a fearless police officer.

Interestingly, the film almost didn’t feature him at all. Director Puneet Issar recently revealed that the Sikandar star initially rejected the film because he believed it belonged more in Sunny Deol’s action-packed world.

Salman’s Initial Hesitation: A “Sunny Deol Genre” Film?

In a recent interview with the YouTube channel Digital Commentary, Puneet Issar shared intriguing details about the making of Garv. He revealed that when he pitched the film to Salman Khan, the actor liked the story but hesitated to commit.

Sikandar (Salman Khan) goes by many names, starting from Sanjay, Rajasaab, Bhaijaan, Radhe, Yuvraj Vijay Singh, and all the character names that you can immediately think of from his previous films. He plays the same old hunky action hero with a swag without much intervention in terms of his acting or dancing skills or the demands of the plot. He repeats himself to the point that it becomes a defining quirk of his character, registering an obsessive nature over his style against any narrative logic. Here too, his iconic bracelet makes an appearance, in a fist-fight that is situated inside a private airplane. The punches do land, and the wrongdoer is immediately brought to his knees.

It goes without saying that Salman Khan’s kicks are as impactful as ever. But in “Sikandar” (2025), the action sequences seem to be directly in competition with the songs in a Bollywood movie—they...

Renuka Shahane’s On-Set Memory (Photo Credit – Instagram/Prime Video)

Hum Aapke Hain Koun was a landmark film that redefined Bollywood’s family drama genre and became one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time. Directed by Sooraj Barjatya, the movie was a grand celebration of Indian traditions with Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit leading an ensemble cast. Among them, Renuka Shahane stood out as Pooja, the perfect elder sister whose warmth and charm won over audiences.

For Shahane, the film was a turning point. Though she had appeared on television and in films before, Hum Aapke Hain Koun cemented her as the quintessential “girl next door.” However, her character’s tragic demise in the film left an unforgettable impact on viewers. Decades later, Renuka recalls the behind-the-scenes moments of filming her on-screen death and funeral, including a hilarious incident from the set.

The cast members asked Renuka Shahane...

Prime Video is revving up its Indian originals slate with “Dupahiya,” a heartland comedy series that blends small-town charm with a quirky caper.

The nine-episode series, which marks the debut production from Bombay Film Cartel banner, follows the mayhem that erupts in the fictional village of Dhadakpur when a prized motorcycle goes missing just as the community is about to celebrate 25 years of being crime-free. The show’s title “Dupahiya” translates to “two-wheeler” in Hindi.

Helmed by Sonam Nair, the series features veteran actors Gajraj Rao (“Badhaai Ho”) and Renuka Shahane (“Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!”) alongside rising stars Bhuvan Arora, Sparsh Shrivastava, Shivani Raghuvanshi and character actor Yashpal Sharma.

Salona Bains Joshi and Shubh Shivdasani serve as creators and executive producers under their Bombay Film Cartel banner, with the script penned by fellow creators Avinash Dwivedi and Chirag Garg.

“The series beautifully blends humor, heart, and the essence of small-town...

Universal’s Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy leads new releases in UK and Ireland cinemas this weekend after grossing just shy of £2.1m in previews on Thursday (February 13).

Taking advantage of Valentine’s Day, the fourth instalment in the British romantic comedy franchise screens in 733 venues from today. The £2.1m Thursday total is on par with 2008’s Sex And The City as the highest-grossing single-day preview for a romantic comedy in the territory.

Renee Zellweger returns to screens as the titular Bridget Jones, now a fifty-something widow who decides to head back to work and begin dating again. Hugh Grant...

Universal’s “Dog Man” barked its way to the top of the U.K. and Ireland box office this weekend, debuting with a commanding £3.2 million ($4 million), according to Comscore.

The family-friendly animated adaptation of Dav Pilkey’s best-selling book series proved to be a major draw, delivering one of the biggest opening weekends of the year so far.

Last week’s leader, Disney’s “A Complete Unknown,” slid to second place, adding $1 million in its fourth weekend. The Timothée Chalamet-led Bob Dylan biopic has now reached $12.4 million. Also holding strong is Disney’s “Mufasa: The Lion King,” which took third place with $869,889 in its eighth weekend. The prequel has now crossed $37.6 million, cementing itself as one of the highest-grossing family films of the season.

Trafalgar Releasing’s “Macbeth: David Tennant And Cush Jumbo,” the filmed stage production of Shakespeare’s tragedy climbed to fourth place with $858,637, bringing its total to $1.9 million.

Sooraj Barjatya believes the audience likes both Prem and Animal? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Sooraj Barjatya has long been a flag-bearer of wholesome, family-oriented cinema. His signature style, filled with traditions, and moral values, has shaped the careers of many actors – none more so than Salman Khan, who immortalized the character of Prem in films like Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun!, and Hum Saath Saath Hain. However, cinema has evolved dramatically since then.

Audiences have embraced darker, intense narratives, with Animal, Ranbir Kapoor’s latest blockbuster, being a prime example. Though Animal is also about family, its portrayal of love, violence, and revenge is drastically different from Barjatya’s vision of familial relationships. Given the current preference for gritty storytelling, many believe that Prem’s era is over. But does Sooraj Barjatya agree?

Sooraj Barjatya Says, “Jo Galat Karta Hai Uske Sath Animal, Jo Accha Karta Hai Uske Sath Prem”

According to Sooraj Barjatya,...

Bollywood hitmaker Sooraj Barjatya is making his entry into digital entertainment with the series “Bada Naam Karenge,” launching on streaming platform SonyLIV. The move was driven by the platform’s unique request for family-centered content, a genre traditionally seen as counter to contemporary online viewing trends.

The filmmaker’s illustrious career includes directing some of Indian cinema’s biggest hits like “Maine Pyar Kiya” (1989), “Hum Aapke Hain Koun…!” (1994), “Vivah” (2006) and “Prem Ratan Dhan Payo” (2015) — all romances revolving around the family unit.

“We had visited lots of platforms, and they had all told us the family drama space doesn’t belong on Ott [streaming] because it belongs primarily to thrillers and action,” Barjatya tells Variety. “I was really taken aback when Sony was so forthcoming and asking us to make something from our sensibility. They wanted to bring in the ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’ and ‘Vivah’ audience to Ott, to expand their viewer base.

Sooraj Barjatya, Salman Khan, New Prem, Movie Timeline ( Photo Credit – YouTube; Instagram )

Salman Khan and Sooraj Barjatya were among the greatest actor-director duos of the 1990s, and their movies together were a huge reason behind Khan’s superstardom. This iconic duo’s journey began in the late 1980s, a period when Bollywood was transitioning into a new era of filmmaking. The two have worked together in Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun, Hum Saath-Saaath Hain, Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon, and Prem Ratan Dhan Payo.

After nearly a decade since their last collaboration, Sooraj Barjatya has officially confirmed that his next project with Salman Khan is in the works. In a recent interview, Barjatya shared insights about the movie’s timeline and vision, generating excitement among fans of their timeless films.

The next Sooraj Barjatya-Salman Khan film may take longer to suit today’s world and Salman’s age...

Subhash K Jha looks back at Salman Khan’s Jai Ho, released 11 years ago today, in this special feature.

We really can’t judge a Salman starrer by normal yardsticks. If this film starred another superstar, it would be evaluated from another perspective. But Salman is…Salman! He doesn’t desire nor seek anyone’s approval. The characters he plays also display the same level of arrogant self-worth. When he roars against corruption in hai-hai places the sound quivers in approval.

Welcome to the uncommon Common Man. He is tough and gutsy, and he doesn’t believe in common courtesy. He delivers a mean punch when required. But at home, he’s just your regular guy snuggling up to his super-mom, confiding in his sister, and fighting off the amorous advances of the over-friendly neighbour, who is fortunately female.

To the fanatics of Salman (fans are for ordinary superstars), Jai Ho...

Pushpa 2 Box Office: Enjoys Second-Highest Footfalls In Last 30 Years (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2 is a record machine, and since its opening day, it has been crushing every single challenge like a cakewalk. In India, the film is already the highest-grossing film of all time, while globally, it’s the third highest-grossing Indian film after Dangal and Baahubali 2. Amid this, it has achieved another historic milestone at the Indian box office and is now the second most-watched film of all time in the last 30 years. Keep reading for a detailed report!

Due to blockbuster pricing, the Pushpa sequel initially got a major boost in the collection. But after the ticket rates were back to normal, all eyes were set on how many tickets the film would sell during its theatrical run. Living up to its pre-release hype, the magnum opus crossed milestones one after another, and as per the latest update,...

Sooraj Barjatya’s Next Film! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Sooraj Barjatya, who recently cast Ayushmann Khurrana in his next project, is now looking for the female lead. According to reports, the filmmaker wants to cast either Sara Ali Khan or Triptii Dimri in the movie.

The film, which has not been titled yet, will again be rooted in Indian culture, like Barjatya’s previous work. Sara and Triptii are currently the frontrunners for the female lead’s role and will meet with the director soon.

Sara Ali Khan and Triptii Dimri are Frontrunners to Play the Female Lead in Sooraj Barjatya’s Next

As per sources quoted by Midday, Sooraj Barjatya likes the work of Sara Ali Khan and Triptii Dimri and will cast one of them as the female lead opposite Ayushmann Khurrana in his next film.

Trending Vivek Oberoi Opens Up About Losing His Childhood Sweetheart To Cancer In...

Ayushmann Khurrana New Prem ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Ayushmann Khurrana is usually considered one of Bollywood’s most talented actors. Having begun his career with Roadies and anchoring, Khurrana eventually became a mainstream actor with numerous hits. He is known for his script choice and for making movies different from what fans are used to. His films Andhadun, Badhaai Ho, Dream Girl, Bala, and Article 15 are about different topics but are still fan favorites.

Now, he does have a few future projects under his belt. Khurrana is set to play the lead in Thama, the latest entry in Maddock’s Horror universe. Besides that, reports state that he has been locked in as the lead actor in Suraj Barjatya’s next project, the details of which are still under wraps.

Suraj Barjatya Has Reportedly Cast Ayushmann Khurrana Due to his Image in Family Audience

As per Pinkvilla, the director Suraj Barjatya...

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Madhuri Dixit is a diva and one of the most gorgeous actresses in the Indian film industry. She has been winning hearts with her beauty, acting prowess, and grace. The actress enjoys great stardom in the industry, but the journey was not easy for her. She once revealed being body-shamed in the industry in the early days. Scroll below for the deets.

Madhuri made her acting debut in 1984’s Abodh. The actress got her breakthrough with the action drama Tezaab. She then appeared in commercially successful movies, including Dil, Beta, Hum Aapke Hain Koun, and more. After Beta, she became popular as Bollywood’s Dhak Dhak girl because of the iconic song and her sensuous performance in it opposite Anil Kapoor. She has received many accolades in her career, including a few awards.

Before becoming Bollywood’s It Girl, Madhuri Dixit was also a victim of the...

Mumbai, Nov 19 – Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit has addressed her decision to step away from the limelight at the height of her career in 1999 following her marriage to Dr. Shriram Nene. The actress, who moved to Colorado after tying the knot, spoke candidly about her life away from the industry in an interview with Galatta India.

“I loved what I do – acting, dancing, and everything about my profession,” Dixit said. “But for me, the paraphernalia of stardom was never that important. I didn’t feel like I was stepping away from the public eye or leaving something behind. I had met the right person, and I wanted to focus on building a life with him.”

Dixit, who was at the peak of her career with hits such as Dil Toh Pagal Hai and Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, relocated to the United States after her marriage. She and Dr. Nene lived in Colorado for over a decade,...

Salman Khan & Sushant Singh Rajput Had One Common Chapter In Their Lives! ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Salman Khan has been one of the biggest superstars in the country. He turned a superstar the minute he arrived on the silver screen singing Maine Pyar Kiya in Sp Bala’s voice. There was no looking back for him while he delivered a streak of hits with Baaghi, Sanam Bewafa, Patthar Ke Phool, and Saajan.

However, the success book turned an unfavorable chapter in Nov 1991 when fate turned its back, and the superstar saw the first dip of his career and probably one of the worst! On November 15, 1991 the actor arrived with a film called Love that starred Revathi.

Salman Khan’s Box Office Disaster!

The film was a disaster at the box office earned only 2.5 crore. And that was not it. While Love was a box office disaster it was the start of...

When Sohail Khan & Arbaaz Khan Performed Better Than Salman Khan At The Box Office (Photo Credit – Koimoi)

Salman Khan is a man who has ruled the box office ever since he arrived on the silver screen with Maine Pyar Kiya. In fact, when we talk about the iconic box office goldmines of Indian Cinema, Hum Aapke Hain Koun rules the list for innumerable records. But today, instead of the glories, we decided to talk about the not-so-good days!

The Troublesome Year – 2008

The year 2008 was a rare occurrence for Bhaijaan when nothing he did worked at the box office. That year, he arrived with God Tussi Great Ho, Heroes, and Yuvraaj! While he had a short stint in Heroes, the other two were highly anticipated, but none worked!

Interestingly, the same year, Salman Khan delivered a disaster for his brothers as well, while his cameo along with Katrina Kaif jinxed a...

Salman Khan has played the iconic character “Prem” in numerous Bollywood movies, becoming synonymous with the name over his career. Here’s a list of some notable films where Salman Khan portrayed “Prem”:

Ishq Risk to Bolna Halke : Bollywood Songs shot at Taj Mahal

1. Maine Pyar Kiya (1989)

Director: Sooraj Barjatya

Prem’s Role: A young man from a wealthy family who falls in love with a simple girl, Suman, but faces challenges from family and society.

Significance: This was Salman’s breakthrough role and established him as the charming, romantic hero in Bollywood.

2. Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994)

Director: Sooraj Barjatya

Prem’s Role:a loving and carefree younger brother who falls in love with his brother’s sister-in-law.

Significance:This family drama became one of the biggest blockbusters in Indian cinema, cementing Prem’s character as a symbol of love and family values.

3. Hum Saath-Saath Hain (1999)

Director: Sooraj Barjatya

Prem...

Salman Khan recently addressed rumors on social media regarding a fake US tour being advertised for 2024, clarifying that neither he nor his team have organized any concerts in the USA for next year. He strongly advised his fans not to fall for these fraudulent claims and warned that legal action will be taken against those misusing his name for such scams.

Salman urged his followers to avoid buying tickets or trusting any emails, messages, or ads promoting non-existent events. His statement emphasized that all claims about an upcoming US tour are entirely false, and he is not planning to travel there for any concerts.

Salman’s note in his tweet post read, “This is to inform that neither Mr. Salman Khan nor any of his affiliated companies or teams are organising any upcoming concerts or appearances in the USA in 2024. Any claims suggesting that Mr. Khan will be performing are completely false.

All-Time Best Bollywood Family Dramas.(Photo Credit – Amazon Prime)

Whether it’s celebrating festivals, dealing with conflicts, or cherishing moments of togetherness, Bollywood family dramas bring out the emotions that resonate with every Indian household. So, grab your popcorn and get ready for a filmy rollercoaster as we delve into some of the all-time best Bollywood family dramas that have left an indelible mark on our hearts.

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001)

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Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham is the ultimate family drama that has defined the genre for years. Directed by Karan Johar, this film is a perfect blend of emotions, grandeur, and star power. The story revolves around the Raichand family, headed by the strict yet loving Yashvardhan Raichand (Amitabh Bachchan) and his wife Nandini (Jaya Bachchan). When their adopted son Rahul (Shah Rukh Khan) falls in love with...

Dilip Joshi Plays Jetha Lal In ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is one of the most liked and watched shows on the Indian Television. Dilip Joshi, in fact is often been called out as Jetha Lal in public. But do you know that the actor once threatened to leave the show? Yes, the very show that made him a household name.

Joshi, who made his debut in Hindi Cinema with Rajshri Productions Maine Pyar Kiya, later shot to fame as Bhola Bhaiya from Hum Aapke Hain Koun. After a long stint playing characters in films and television, he arrived with Tmkoc.

Dilip Joshi plays Jetha Lal in Sab TV’s show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. The show started airing in 2008, and it has been 16 years since he has been playing Jetha Lal. So much so that he is now synonymous with the name.

From Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa to Main Khiladi Tu Anari: Celebrating 30 Years of Iconic Bollywood Movies (Photo Credit – YouTube)

We’ve reached the middle of 2024 and it’s almost unbelievable that these iconic movies are completing 30 years from the time they hit the cinema halls. The year 1994 was definitely a landmark one for the Bollywood industry. With power packed action, timeless romance, quintessential Bollywood drama and songs that have stayed on our playlists ever since, let’s take a trip down memory lane with these cinematic wonders.

1. Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (Photo Credit – YouTube)

Directed by: Sooraj R. Barjatya

If there was one movie that redefined family entertainers and weddings at large, it was Hum Aapke Hain Koun. This Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit starrer revolutionized the genre with its depiction of Indian family values and relationships. The film broke multiple box office records, won awards everywhere and became a cultural phenomenon.

Madhuri Dixit, the esteemed judge of the show “Dance Deewane,” has been in the limelight lately due to her captivating looks and impeccable fashion sense. Her recent black outfit has been garnering immense attention, with videos showcasing the actress’s stunning appearance becoming viral.

Notably, Madhuri has delivered several blockbuster films like “Dil To Pagal Hai,” “Hum Aapke Hain Koun,” and “Total Dhamaal,” establishing herself as one of Bollywood’s most successful actresses.

Even after years in the industry, Madhuri remains a prominent figure, both on-screen and off-screen. Apart from her acting prowess, she has ventured into production, with her Marathi film “Panchak” receiving praise from fans upon its recent release.

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Madhuri Dixit Seen in Black Outfit

Discussing her outfit, Madhuri was spotted in a black saree, looking resplendent as ever. Despite the passage of time, Madhuri continues...

Shah Rukh Khan Allegedly Charges 200 Crore For His Films. (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Indian Cinema has seen a major change in the last decade. While the budgets of films are crossing 300 crore, 400 crore, and even 500 crore, the salaries of superstars for such biggies are also touching 150 crore to 200 crore. Buzz suggests that Shah Rukh Khan charged almost 200 crore for Pathaan, which included profit sharing. But here’s another star who stuck to a humble film despite his film being one of the few films that worked during the testing times of Bollywood. It is none other than Anupam Kher!

Yes, you read that right. Srk’s on-screen father from Dilwale Dulhania Le Jaayenge and Madhuri Dixit’s on-screen father from Hum Aapke Hain Koun has stuck his humble payments despite his film The Kashmir Files raking in moolahs at the box office.

Anupam Kher started his career with a film titled...

90’s Hindi Movies: The 1990s marked a significant era in Bollywood, often referred to as the “Golden Age” of Hindi cinema. During this period, Bollywood witnessed the emergence of iconic films that left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. Here are the top 10 90’s Hindi movies from the 90s era that continue to captivate audiences even today:

1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)

Directed by Aditya Chopra, this romantic drama starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol became a cultural phenomenon and is one of Bollywood’s longest-running films.

2. Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994)

Directed by Sooraj Barjatya, this family drama featuring Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit was a blockbuster hit and set new benchmarks for Indian cinema.

3. Rangeela (1995)

Directed by Ram Gopal Varma, this romantic comedy starring Aamir Khan, Urmila Matondkar, and Jackie Shroff was praised for its innovative storyline and memorable music.

4. Dil To Pagal Hai (1997)

Directed by Yash Chopra, this musical...

Madhuri Dixit remains an iconic figure in Bollywood, renowned not only for her acting but also for her dance and facial expressions. At 56, she exudes grace that surpasses many younger heroines. Apart from her stellar acting, her impeccable sense of dressing steals the spotlight whenever she appears.

Recreating Nisha’s Look: A Nostalgic Moment

Recently, Madhuri Dixit recreated the iconic look of Nisha from the blockbuster film “Hum Aapke Hain Koun.” This Rajshri Production classic, starring Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit, is being celebrated On the ”Dance Deewane” sets. Madhuri’s recreation of a memorable scene from the film has gone viral on social media platforms.

After hearing that my Nisha is coming again i am very very very very very very very happy...

Salman Khan and Sooraj Barjatya’s movie isn’t happening anymore(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Salman Khan and Sooraj Barjatya have given the audience some family dramas to enjoy together. In Sooraj’s movie, Salman is not “macho” like his other movies. The actor-director has given hits like Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun, Hum Saath Saath Hai and Prem Ratan Dhan Payo. A few years ago, reports stated that the superstar would join hands with Sooraj again. But the latest update says it might not happen anymore.

Salman and Sooraj’s last movie together was Prem Ratan Dhan Payo in 2015. Their fans have been eagerly waiting to see Salman’s beloved Prem back in a Barjatya directorial. The film would’ve marked 5th film of the actor-director duo together. However, a Mid Day report reveals that the duo are no longer working together. The reason cited for their movie...

Indian Film Industry Report Card (1989-2023): Shah Rukh Khan Rules With 10 Hgoty Films (Delivering 5 Back To Back), Where Are Salman Khan & Aamir Khan? (Picture Credit: Instagram)

Which Khan is the best among Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan & Aamir Khan in the Indian film industry? We know that’s a subjective question, and the answer could vary depending on person to person. But what if we say we’ve some stats that might clarify a few things?

As per Wikipedia’s highest-grossing Indian movies (worldwide) from 1989 to 2023, we’ve data from 34 years, and let’s look at which actors from the Indian Film Industry own how many films in this list.

Before deep-diving into the facts, let’s take a look at the current scenario of the three Khans. 2023 has been the best for Shah Rukh Khan for delivering two back-to-back blockbusters in Pathaan & Jawan, adding another successful film in Dunki.

Director-producer Sooraj Barjatya, who is known for films such as ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’, ‘Uunchai’, ‘Maine Pyar Kiya’ and ‘Hum Saath – Saath Hain’, is set to grace the singing reality show, ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’.

During the course of the episode, Sooraj shared an anecdote about the song ‘Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai’ in which Bollywood superstar Salman Khan teases Madhuri Dixit in the iconic film ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’

This weekend, the ‘Shaadi Special’ episode features Sooraj Barjatya, his son Avnish Barjatya, and the cast of the upcoming film ‘Dono’- Rajveer Deol, and Paloma Dhillon’ as special guests.

Contestants Rik Basu and Sneha Bhattacharya’s duet performance to the songs ‘Pehla Pehla Pyar Hai’ and ‘Aaja Shaam Hone Aaee’ mesmerises everyone.

After listening to their performance, Sooraj Barjatya shares an interesting anecdote from the time when he directed the song ‘Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai’ with Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit.

Director-producer Sooraj Barjatya, who is known for films such as ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’, ‘Uunchai’, ‘Maine Pyar Kiya’ and ‘Hum Saath – Saath Hain’, is set to grace the singing reality show, ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’.

During the course of the episode, Sooraj shared an anecdote about the song ‘Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai’ in which Bollywood superstar Salman Khan teases Madhuri Dixit in the iconic film ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’

This weekend, the ‘Shaadi Special’ episode features Sooraj Barjatya, his son Avnish Barjatya, and the cast of the upcoming film ‘Dono’- Rajveer Deol, and Paloma Dhillon’ as special guests.

Contestants Rik Basu and Sneha Bhattacharya’s duet performance to the songs ‘Pehla Pehla Pyar Hai’ and ‘Aaja Shaam Hone Aaee’ mesmerises everyone.

After listening to their performance, Sooraj Barjatya shares an interesting anecdote from the time when he directed the song ‘Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai’ with Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit.

Mumbai, Aug 26 (Ians) Veteran Bollywood lyricist Dev Kohli, who penned memorable superhit songs like ‘Kabootar Jaa, Jaa, Jaa’, ‘Ye Kaali Kaali Aankhen’, ‘Dil Deewana, Bin Sajna Ke Maane Na’ and ‘Chalti Hai Kay Nau Se Bara’, passed away on Saturday morning after a prolonged illness, industry sources said.

He was 80 and breathed his last owing to age-related ailments at his Andheri home. His funeral shall be performed at 6 p.m. this evening at the Oshiwara Crematorium.

Kohli’s body shall be kept for people and his fans to pay their last respects at his home in Lokhandwala Complex this afternoon till 2 pm.

Born on November 2, 1942 in a Sikh family of Rawalpindi (now Pakistan), his family settled in Dehradun.

He studied at the Shri Guru Nanak Dev Guru Maharaja College there and when he was 22, came to Bombay (Mumbai) in 1964, searching for employment in the entertainment world.

After an initial struggle of five years,...

Veteran lyricist Dev Kohli, who penned memorable superhit Bollywood songs like ‘Ye Kaali Kaali Aankhen’ and ‘Dil Deewana, Bin Sajna Ke Maane Na’ or ‘Chalti Hai Kya Nau Se Bara’ – passed away on Saturday morning. He was 80, a bachelor, and breathed his last at his Andheri home. His funeral will be performed later this evening at Oshiwara Crematorium.

Kohli’s body shall be kept for people and his fans to pay their last respects at his home in Lokhandwala Complex this afternoon till 2 p.m.

Born in a Sikh family in Rawalpindi (now Pakistan) on November 2, 1942, Kohli penned lyrics which thrilled generations of music lovers from the black-and-white to the colour films era.

Some of his memorable numbers were for films like ‘Laal Paththar’, ‘Maine Pyar Kiya’, ‘Baazigar’, ‘Judwaa 2’, ‘Shootout At Lokhandwala’, and ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’.

He worked with a host of music directors including late Shankar-Jaikishan, Laxmikant-Pyarelal,...

New Delhi, Aug 22 (Ians) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan revealed that actress Madhuri Dixit Nene had adopted her dog ‘Redo’, after the shoot of musical romantic drama ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’.

During the sixth episode of the quiz based reality show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’, Big B had asked contestant Kunal Sinh Dodia from Ahmedabad, Gujarat, “Which animal acts as an umpire in the film ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’?” The options were – An elephant, A bird, A cat and A dog.

Kunal gave the right answer, which was the dog.

Big B then says: “Redo is an Indian Spitz dog. He had played the role of Tuffy in Sooraj Barjatya’s blockbuster film ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’. In one scene, it was shown as an empire in a cricket match. And after the shooting got over, Madhuri Dixit had adopted the dog.”

‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’ is a 1994 film written and directed by Sooraj Barjatya,...

Mumbai, Aug 3 (Ians) Bollywood star Salman Khan shared an adorable throwback picture on his youngest sister Arpita Khan Sharma’s birthday.

Salman took to Instagram, where he posted the throwback image from his younger days and baby Arpita is seen alongside him.

In the picture, Salman can be seen sitting next to Arpita, who is nibbling on his finger.

The photo takes us to his ‘Maine Pyaar Kiya’ days as he is seen looking dapper in a black printed leather jacket that he paired with a white T-shirt and jeans.

In the caption, he wrote: “Happy birthday Arpita”.

Arpita turned 33 on Thursday. She is married to actor Aayush Sharma, who has featured in films such as ‘Loveyatri’ and ‘Antim: The Final Truth’.

On the work front, Salman is busy hosting ‘Bigg Boss Ott 2’. He will next be seen in ‘Tiger 3’.

‘Tiger 3’, the third part of the Tiger franchise,...

New Delhi, July 27 (Ians) Actor Zayn Ibad Khan had a ‘fan moment’ when he got the opportunity of sharing the screen space with veteran actress Himani Shivpuri in ‘Aashiqana’.

Himani has time and again charmed audiences with her performances across all her roles.

The actress is known for her character roles in Bollywood films and Hindi soap operas including ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’, ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, ‘Hero No. 1’, ‘Deewana Mastana’, ‘Bandhan’, ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’, ‘Biwi No.1’, ‘Hum Saath-Saath Hain’, ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’ and ‘Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon’, among many others.

She is also currently seen as Katori ‘Katto’ Amma in the show ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’.

Talking about the same, Zayn said: “Working with Himani ma’am whom I have grown up watching was a wonderful experience. She has been working in the industry before I was even born, and working with her was such a blessing.

Sunny Deol has revealed the reason as to why he was scared to touch his film ‘Gadar’ for a sequel. On the occasion of the film’s trailer launch, Sunny was joined along Utkarsh Sharma, Ameesha Patel and filmmaker Anil Sharma on Vijay Diwas on Wednesday.

With a runtime of two hour fifty-minute film, ‘Gadar: Ek Prem Katha’ is the second most-watched Hindi film in India since the 1990s. It went on to emerge as the highest-grossing Hindi film since 1994 film ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’

Talking about why he was nervous to touch ‘Gadar’, Sunny said at the trailer launch: “The first Gadar when we made people made it into a Gadar (humongous).”

He added: “It was always scary to touch a film which was is such a complete film this is why I was scared but when I heard the story… the old Gadar was Gadar, and I hope...

Actress Ameesha Patel made her Bollywood debut with the blockbuster ‘Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai in 2000 and a year later she was seen in the mega blockbuster ‘Gadar: Ek Prem Katha’ in 2001, which she agrees was a game changer for her career but added that it had a flipside too.

“I would definitely agree that Gadar 1 was a game changer for my career. How can it not be? How can one of India’s most iconic films not change a person’s career graph,” Ameesha told Ians.

With a runtime of two hour fifty minute film, ‘Gadar: Ek Prem Katha’ is the second most-watched Hindi film in India since the 1990s. It went on to emerge as the highest-grossing Hindi film since 1994 film ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’

“Having said that, after coming from Kaho Na Pyaar Hai the first film and then Gadar… summing it up to be even a bigger...

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan recalled his college days when he had no money to pay the taxi driver and got left him mid-way without paying the fare. However, after several years when he met him again, he paid the whole amount with interest.

Salman said: “We usually used to travel by train to college but sometimes, we felt like travelling comfortably, so one day I decided to take a taxi to my college. But, the fun part was, I did not have the money to pay for the taxi, so I stopped the driver a lane away from my college and told him that I would get the money from a place and give it to him, but I never returned.”

The 57-year-old actor has given several hits, from ‘Maine Pyar Kiya’, ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’, ‘Hum Saath-Saath Hain’, ‘Karan Arjun’, ‘Biwi No 1’ to his action films including ‘Wanted...

Aashey Mishra, and Shivika Pathak, who are seen playing the character of Satvik Bhosle and Jeevika Rane in the show ‘Agnisakshia Ek Samjhauta’, have recreated the characters of Nisha and Prem, played by Bollywood stars Madhuri Dixit and Salman Khan in the 1994 film ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’.

During the birthday special episode of the show, Aashey and Shivika donned the looks of iconic characters from the movie and danced to ‘Didi Tera Deewana’.

Shivika said: “Playing the iconic character of Nisha from ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’ is a dream come true for me, and I feel privileged to revisit an era that is so dear to my heart. I am confident that the upcoming episodes, filled with a delightful filmy flavour, will leave the audience thoroughly entertained.”

On the other hand, the ‘Shubh Laabh’ actor added that shooting for this special episode has been an exhilarating experience for him. “I...

Mumbai, March 18 (Ians) Bollywood actress Raveena Tandon was seen dancing with Norwegian dance group Quick Style on her iconic number ‘Tip Tip Barsa Paani’.

Quick Style took to Instagram, where they shared a video dancing with Raveena. The group start grooving to the beats of the song, while the actress joined them from behind.

Quick Style captioned the post: “Different when you do it with the originals.”

The track is from the 1994 film ‘Mohra’, starring Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty and Raveena Tandon. It was sung by Udit Narayan and Alka Yagnik. The film was a major box office success, and went on to become the second highest-grossing Indian film of that year only behind ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’.

On the work front, Raveena will next be seen in ‘Ghudchadi’ directed by Binoy Gandhi. It stars Sanjay Dutt and Raveena Tandon with Parth Samthaan, Khushali Kumar and Aruna Irani in pivotal roles.

Veteran actress Himani Shivpuri recalled how she thought of quitting her career in acting after the demise of her husband Gyan Shivpuri in 1995 and calls it the toughest and most depressing period of her life.

She shared: “Many times after my husband’s unexpected death, I seriously considered quitting acting. I wanted to give up everything because I used to feel bad about leaving my child at home to go to shows as a mother. Because we did not have much money, we had no choice but to work. I recall one event in Kolkata when I breastfed my child on the train.”

The actress, who had been part of a number of TV shows and films reminisced the days of her struggle and added: “It is difficult to forget the stress and difficulty of those days, rushing to the restroom before performances to express the milk, so the costume didn’t get wet.

The nearly moribund Bollywood family drama genre is set for a revival with “Raksha Bandhan,” directed by Aanand. L. Rai (“Atrangi Re”) and starring Akshay Kumar (“Sooryavanshi”) and Bhumi Pednekar (“Badhaai Do”).

Films revolving around the family unit, which used to be a staple in Bollywood, peaked with blockbuster “Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!” (1994), starring Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit, and made a brief reappearance with “Badhaai Ho” (2018) featuring Neena Gupta, Gajraj Rao and Ayushmann Khurrana. “Raksha Bandhan” hopes to emulate the heydays of the genre.

“In ‘Raksha Bandhan’ there is a lot of hunger — hunger to come out with Indian values, hunger to depict the culture, hunger to talk about the bonding, the relationships, which are there with us, we’ve not gone insensitive towards them, but somehow they’ve taken a back seat, we don’t talk about it,” Rai told Variety. “Let me bring all those emotions to the forefront,...

TV star Devoleena Bhattacharjee shares her wonderful experience working along with ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’ fame actress Renuka Shahane in the upcoming film ‘First Second Chance’. She says: “I was really impressed by Renuka Shahane maam, especially her smile and welcoming behaviour. There’s a special kind of magic behind her smile. I feel that’s the […]...