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It takes a lot of willpower and grace to remain oneself even after stardom hits you. I have seen success affect actors in two ways. They either change completely or pretend not to change.

Alia Bhatt is the exception. She has not changed one bit since she sashayed into sight in swirl of girlie poise in Karan Johar’s Student Of The Year in 2012. Alia was not only Student Of The Year — She was the whole school. Endowed with the kind of natural talent and fresh beauty that I saw in Lucille Ball and Sridevi, Alia was just the antidote to the syntheticity that had crept into Bollywood ever since the norm and benchmark for feminine persuasiveness became how much and how frequently an actress is seen on social media.

Like Tiger Shroff, Alia Bhatt was treated as a bit of a joke on social media when she started. I...

Why Did Alia Bhatt Ignore Varun Dhawan On Kalank Sets? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt are one of the most loved on-screen couples. Fans have loved their friendship goals and sizzling chemistry on the big screen. Did you know Alia Bhatt once got upset with Varun Dhawan for this interesting reason? Read on to know more.

At one of Kalank’s promotional events, Varun Dhawan reminisced about the time when Alia Bhatt ignored him on the set because he arrived 20 minutes late. Vd shared, “Ek din mai late aaya late ka matlab hai 20 minutes late and I apologized to her, people and everyone. But Alia was not talking to me, par phir unko ek carriage pe chadna tha aur mujhe pata tha ki yeh giregi hi giregi aur girke jaayegi kidhar, mujhe hi pakadna hai. Toh, jab woh giri, maine pakda aur abhishek ko woh scene bilkul pasand nahi aaya,...

Ananya Panday Liger Failure (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Ananya Panday has been one of the leading ladies in the rising generation of Bollywood. Daughter of veteran actor Chunky Panday, she has been steadily making a name for herself. Having made her debut in Student of the Year 2, she has since starred in movies like Pati Patni Aur Woh, Gehraiyaan, Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, and more. Another huge movie where she made a name for herself was Liger, starring Vijay Deverakonda, Ramya Krishna, Ronit Roy, and even Mike Tyson.

The movie turned out to be a memorable one for her father, but not for the reasons he had hoped. Liger was expected to be a big-budget entertainer but ended up being a critical and commercial failure. This was even more depressing for Chunky because her daughter was uncomfortable taking part in Liger. The experience left Ananya reconsidering her approach to film selection and,...

Nadaaniyan: Ibrahim Ali Khan & Khushi Kapoor In A Dharmatic Rom-Com (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Bollywood is ready to embrace another star kid, and after a long wait, Karan Johar and Apoorva Mehta are finally launching Saif Ali Khan’s son, Ibrahim Ali Khan, in a film titled Nadaaniyan. The film stars Khushi Kapoor as the female lead.

Ibrahim has been the talk of the town since last few years and he became a fan favorite with his social media account. The actor, who has previously assisted Karan Johar in Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahaani seems to be fully prepared for his big Bollywood debut.

Meanwhile, Nadaaniyan will be Khushi Kapoor’s third Hindi film after her Netflix debut, The Archies, and soon be released Loveyapa opposite Junaid Khan. Interestingly, after Agastya Nanda and Junaid, Ibrahim Ali Khan is the third debutante, with whom Khushi is all set to paint the town red!

Many think he is just a pretty face. But since his debut in 2012 with Student Of The Year, Sidharth Malhotra has constantly striven to disprove the belief that goodlooking people can’t act. Here is his 6 bravest efforts.

1. Ek Villain (2014): Though ‘villain’ Ritesh Deshmukh walked away with the critical acclaim, Sidharth as the grieving hero packed in a certain mount of florid intensity combined with some terrific stunts. This was one Malhotra’s earliest successes. Interestingly in his other release Hasee Toh Phasee the same year Malhotra happily allowed Parineeti Chopra to take centrestage.

2. Kapoor & Sons (2016): This one featured a dreamlike ensemble cast including the great Rishi Kapoor , Ratna Pathak Shah, Rajat Kapoor and Karan Johar’s favourite Pakistani import Fawad Khan. But Sid Malhotra held his own, maybe because Alia Bhatt was also round. Back then they were supposed to be seeing one another. How time flies!

Ram Kapoor From The Sets! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Ram Kapoor is a familiar face for Indian fans, who have watched him in television shows such as Kasamh Se and Bade Achhe Lagte Hain. He has also starred in films like Mere Dad Ki Maruti and Student of the Year. Born into privilege as the only son of Anil Kapoor, a renowned advertising mogul and successful businessman, Ram had access to a life of comfort and luxury. But his choice to pursue acting caused a rift with his father, which would sever their relationship for nearly a decade.

In a heartfelt interview, Kapoor shared the challenges of his early years, when he left behind the security of his family’s wealth to follow his passion for acting. His father, who wanted him to take over the family business, cut off financial support, leaving Ram to fend for himself in a foreign country.

Does Varun Dhawan cross the line with his female co-stars? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Baby John star Varun Dhawan has largely stayed away from controversies in his career. However, over the last few weeks, the actor was accused by some fans of crossing a line with his female co-stars.

The internet dug up old videos of Varun from his films’ promotional events. In one video, he planted a kiss on Kiara Advani’s face, in another, he was seen touching Alia Bhatt’s belly. As a few fans claimed Varun made his co-stars uncomfortable, the actor has now reacted to the allegations.

Varun Dhawan Reacts to Allegations That He Crosses a Line While Flirting with His Co-Stars

Varun Dhawan recently appeared on Shubhankar Mishra’s podcast, where he was asked about his flirtatious nature with his female co-stars. The actor said, “Chhedam-chhaadi, if it is done in a happy space, a good space,...

Baby John Box Office Day 1 Prediction (Photo Credit – YouTube)

The countdown for the much-talked-about Baby John is in the final stage. Starring Varun Dhawan in the lead role, the film releases on December 25. Considering the mass-appealing genre, a good start is expected. The film has both plus and minus points, but it will still reach a healthy sum at the Indian box office. Keep reading to know more about the biggie’s day 1 prediction!

Before Kalank (2019), everything was going well for Varun Dhawan. For the unversed, after he made his debut with Student Of The Year, he didn’t give a single flop for the next 6 years, which included 10 theatrical releases. However, with Kalank, things changed for the actor. And now, with an out-and-out commercial entertainer in his hands, Varun is looking to bounce back in the box office game.

The teaser of Baby John was very impressive, raising excitement for the film.

As one of Hollywoods most bankable stars, its no surprise that Will Smith has returned for several sequels to some of his most popular films. While classics like I Am Legend and I, Robot are still crying out for follow-up films from Smith, other series like Bad Boys and Men in Black have been turned into their own popular franchises. Its not just Smiths biggest films that have received sequels either, as hes also taken the time to appear in cameo roles in everything from Hindi-language Bollywood features to comedy classic sequels like Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues.

Some of the best Will Smith movies have received sequels, and his incredible onscreen charisma, unique comedic talents, and action-hero bravado have left viewers craving more. While the Academy Award winner has excelled in one-off dramas like The Pursuit of Happyness, Concussion, and King Richard, Smiths also willing to embrace big-budget sequels...

Shivaay & Ae Dil Hai Mushkil Clashed At The Box Office On Diwali 2016 (Photo Credit – Facebook)

It is another day, and we are back to revisit another massive Diwali clash at the box office that turned way too personal, with both parties attacking each other on a personal front. A clash that turned uglier with each passing day. A clash that happened on Diwali, October 28, 2016. A clash between Shivaay and Ae Dil Hai Mushkil. A clash that paused the friendship between Karan Johar and Kajol! And a clash that was not worth it at all!

Shivaay Vs Ae Dil Hai Mushkil

The two films were released on Diwali in 2016. While one was Karan Johar’s major comeback vehicle after Student Of The Year, the other was Ajay Devgn’s highly ambitious directorial venture after U, Me Aur Hum’s disaster! A lot was on stake for both films, and the opening day painted a dicey picture!

Here’s why Varun Dhawan faced David Dhawan’s wrath ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Varun Dhawan once faced the ire of his father, David Dhawan, when he called Karan Johar’s Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, ‘cooler’ than Dhawan’s Bade Miya Chhote Miyan. Both the movies were released on October 16, 1998, and while both were equally good, Shah Rukh Khan’s Kuch Kuch Hota Hai outsmarted Govinda and Amitabh Bachchan’s movie within a few weeks.

In a recent interview with Indian Express, Varun Dhawan revealed why he thought that Kkhh was a “cooler” film than his father’s director, Bade Miya. He said they were in London for the movie’s premier, traveling in a limousine with the faces of Govinda and Amitabh Bachchan pasted on it. But from inside, he was dying to watch Shah Rukh Khan-Kajol’s musical romantic drama.

“Kuch Kuch Hota Hai just felt like a cooler film,...

Jigra Title Track Out(Photo Credit – YouTube)

Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina’s beautiful sibling bond is featured in the film Jigra’s trailer. The song ‘Phoolon Ka Taaro Ka’ summarises that relationship, and the recently released title track is funky and captures the entire film’s vibe. There are still a few days left before it hits the theatre, but the makers surely know how to hype up the audience.

The movie stands out in many ways, mainly because of the new avatar in which we will witness Alia. Although she has done hard-hitting movies like Raazi and Gangubai Kathiawadi, this will also be packed with some splendid action sequences. Alia and her sister Shaheen Bhatt are the producers of this film. Hence, it is important for her from that perspective as well. She started her movie journey with Karan Johar’s Student of the Year, and now she...

Ananya Panday couldn’t put down the script for “Call Me Bae” — literally. “I finished reading all eight episodes in one night because I couldn’t stop,” the Bollywood star told Variety about her new Prime Video series.

Written by Ishita Moitra, Samina Motlekar and Rohit Nair, “Call Me Bae” tells the story of Bae, a young woman who is downsized from heiress to hustler after a scandal. She learns that her most valuable assets are not her diamonds, but her street smarts and her style. Broke, but refusing to be broken, she navigates the newsrooms of Mumbai, finding beaus, sisterhood and her better self. Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta and Somen Mishra, as executive producers for their Dharmatic Entertainment, give a glitzy pedigree to the Hindi-language series.

Directed by Collin D’Cunha, the script struck a chord with Panday from the start. “For me as an actor, the biggest telling sign...

Bollywood actress Ananya Panday takes on the leading role in the new Prime Video series “Call Me Bae.” The eight-episode drama series tells the true story of Bella “Bae” Chowdhary, a wealthy socialite who unexpectedly loses everything and must learn to survive on her own in Mumbai.

The series follows Bae as she goes from living a life of luxury to facing major challenges. In the beginning, viewers see glimpses of Bae’s lavish lifestyle in New Delhi. She owns expensive cars, uses a private helicopter, and plans a fairy tale wedding. However, her world is turned upside down when her rich family disowns her. Now on her own, Bae must figure out how to live in Mumbai without money or connections.

Ananya Panday, known for roles in films like “Student of the Year 2,” said the complexity of Bae’s character and journey of self-discovery drew her to the role.

Mahesh Bhatt Shares A Brutal Review Of Daughter Alia Bhatt’s Role In Student Of The Year! ( Photo Credit – Facebook; YouTube )

Mahesh Bhatt never minces with his words, even if it’s about his daughter Alia Bhatt. The Bollywood filmmaker has criticized her debut in Student Of The Year and compared her to a mannequin while praising her evolution. He has also picked his two favorite films from her filmography. Below are all the details you need!

Alia entered Bollywood in 2012 with Karan Johar‘s directorial Student Of The Year. She played the role of Shanaya in the teen drama, which also starred Varun Dhawan and Sidharth Malhotra in lead roles. The film turned out to be a super hit at the box office, but the actress received massive backlash and was even declared “dumb” and a “bimbo queen” in real life, similar to her character.

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The Virgo Brigade of Bollywood. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Virgos, born between August 23 and September 22, are known for their meticulous nature, attention to detail, and unwavering dedication to their craft. These traits make them stand out in an industry that demands excellence and hard work. Let’s delve into the lives and careers of some of Bollywood’s brightest Virgo stars, exploring how their zodiac sign influences their journey in the film industry.

1. Kareena Kapoor Khan: The Quintessential Diva

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Born on September 21, Kareena Kapoor Khan embodies the quintessential Virgo traits of perfectionism and dedication. Known for her impeccable acting skills and stunning beauty, Kareena has carved a niche for herself in Bollywood with her versatile roles. From the bubbly Geet in Jab We Met to the strong-headed Poo in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Kareena’s performances are...

Alia Bhatt is reminiscing about the tenth anniversary of her beloved romantic comedy, ‘Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania’. She shared a heartfelt clip on Instagram featuring memorable moments from the film, captioning it, “#10YearsOfHumptySharmaKiDulhania.” Director Shashank Khaitan and co-star Varun Dhawan also joined in the celebration with nostalgic posts.

Released in 2014, ‘Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania’, directed by Shashank Khaitan, was a significant film for Alia and Varun, who had previously appeared together in ‘Student of the Year’. The movie captivated audiences with its engaging storyline and memorable soundtrack, particularly the duet “Samjhawan” by Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal.

Looking forward, Alia Bhatt has an exciting lineup of projects. She is set to star in ‘Jigra’, with a new release date of October 11, 2024. Alia announced this on Instagram, saying, “11.10.2024 | Jigra | See you at the movies.”

Also read: Alia Bhatt and Kareena Kapoor Khan share heartfelt birthday messages for Neetu Kapoor

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Kill Director Nikhil Nagesh Bhatt On Karan Johar. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Kill, directed by Nikhil Nagesh Bhat, was released in theatres on July 5. The action thriller stars Lakshya, Raghav Juyal, and Tanya Maniktala in the lead roles. It is cited as one of the most violent Hindi movies and has received rave reviews from critics. Karan Johar and Sikhya Entertainment jointly produced the movie.

Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions is usually known for giving us feel-good, romantic movies or stories with lots of emotions and family drama. Sometimes, we also get movies that cater to young romance, like Student of the Year, Hasee Toh Phasee, Dhadak, etc. Even though Dharma has produced a few action movies, nothing like Kill has been done before.

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Alia Bhatt and Sharvari are set to headline Alpha, the latest addition to the Yash Raj Films (Yrf) Spy Universe. Directed by Shiv Rawail, this film marks a significant milestone as the first female-led spy film within the Yrf Spy Universe. Filming has begun in Mumbai, generating considerable excitement among fans and industry watchers.

Alpha will feature Alia Bhatt and Sharvari as super-agents, joining a franchise that includes blockbuster titles like Pathaan, and the Tiger and War series. The announcement was made official on Friday, and Alia shared the teaser on Instagram, captioning it, “It’s the time of the #Alpha.. Girls! @shivrawail | @yrf | #YRFSpyUniverse.” In the title reveal video, Alia says, “Greek alphabet ka sabse pehla akshar. Aur humare programme ka motto.. sabse pehle, sabse tezz, sabse veer. Dhyaan se dekho toh har sheher mein ek jungle hai. Aur jungle mein hamesha Raj karega.. Alpha!”

The teaser has been well-received by fans,...

India’s Yash Raj Films (Yrf) has unveiled the title for its first female-fronted instalment in the studio’s successful spy universe franchise.

Titled “Alpha,” the film stars Alia Bhatt and Sharvari as super agents. “This is a clear take by Yrf to highlight a societal misinterpretation that only men can be Alphas,” said a source close to Yrf.

“Alpha” is helmed by Shiv Rawail who debuted as a director with the studio’s hit 2023 Netflix series “The Railway Men.”

The title marks a significant shift for the action-packed series, which has previously centered on male protagonists, albeit with strong female characters. Created by producer and Yrf chair and MD Aditya Chopra, the spy universe kicked off with the Tiger franchise, starring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, beginning with “Ek Tha Tiger” (2012) and “Tiger Zinda Hai” (2017), and continued with “War” (2019), starring Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff. “Pathaan,” starring Shah Rukh Khan,...

Alia Bhatt At The Box Office (Post-Pandemic). (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Alia Bhatt had a rocky start to her Bollywood journey. She was massively trolled after her portrayal as Shanaya in Student Of The Year, and the audience almost rejected her because of the nepotism debate. Little did one know she would become one of the most bankable stars after climbing up the ladder with impressive films like Highway, Raazi, and Udta Punjab. Let’s take a look at her post-pandemic releases and their verdicts today!

While Bollywood was struggling and South films were blossoming at the Indian box office, Alia was among the rare actors who could revive footfalls on the big screens. She created a storm with her first release in the post-pandemic era, Gangubai Kathiawadi.

Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Gangubai Kathiawadi was reportedly made on a staggering budget of 100 crores. The biographical crime drama received massive praise,...

Karan Johar has been teasing a sequel to the 2022 family comedy-drama Jug Jugg Jeeyo since its release, but until now, no concrete plans were in place. PeepingMoon.com can now confirm that Jug Jugg Jeeyo 2 is officially happening, though it might come with a different title and serve as more of a spiritual sequel.

Dharma Productions is expanding this beloved family entertainer into a franchise, capitalizing on the trend of successful franchise films in theaters. Director Raj Mehta has started writing the sequel with a team of writers, aiming to begin production later this year or in early 2025. The new installment will feature a fresh storyline set in a similar familial context, much like Dharma’s previous franchise films such as the Dulhania series, Student of the Year, and Dhadak, which have all followed distinct narratives in their sequels.

Jug Jugg Jeeyo originally starred Varun Dhawan, Kiara Advani, Anil Kapoor, and Neetu Kapoor,...

In the glitzy world of Bollywood fashion, two leading ladies stand out for their impeccable style and grace: Alia Bhatt and Janhvi Kapoor. Both actresses, known for their stellar performances and fashion-forward choices, have often dazzled audiences with their saree looks in movies produced by the maestro of glamour himself, Karan Johar.

Alia Bhatt, with her effortless charm and versatile acting skills, has donned the six yards of elegance in several Karan Johar productions. From her debut in “Student of the Year” to the critically acclaimed “Dear Zindagi,” Alia has seamlessly embraced traditional attire, including sarees, to portray various characters on screen. Whether it’s the vibrant chiffon sarees in “2 States” or the ethereal pastels in “Kalank,” Alia’s saree fashion has always been a visual treat, setting trends and inspiring fashion enthusiasts across the nation.

Similarly, Janhvi Kapoor, the epitome of grace and poise, has carved a niche...

Taking over a family business can be overwhelming, but for Karan Johar, it’s been anything but.

It’s been more than 25 years since Johar took over Dharma Prods. founded by his father, Yash. Back then it was a medium-sized production company producing films to moderate reception. Today, Dharma Prods. is an empire. “Karan has truly carried forward his father’s legacy and created a phenomenon with Dharma Prods. He is a cinematic genius,” says actor Alia Bhatt.

Bhatt has worked with Johar for over a decade, first on the 2012 film “Student of the Year” and most recently on “Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani.” “Karan and his entire team at Dharma have been a strong pillar in the evolution of Hindi cinema,” says Bhatt.

This summer, Johar’s film “Kill” will be released domestically by Lionsgate in cinemas on the July 4 weekend, and is set to be released July 5 in India.

On his birthday, Varun Dhawan, known for his roles in movies like ”Student of the Year”, receives a shower of love and appreciation from his industry friends. Avneet Kaur, who worked with him on a project and is a good friend, shares a heartfelt wish for him.

Avneet Kaur’s Heartwarming Birthday Wish

Avneet Kaur, expressing her thoughts on Varun Dhawan’s birthday, shares a cute photo with him on social media. She uses the popular song “Apna Bana Le” from his movie Bhediya and writes a touching note, expressing excitement for his upcoming movie with Atlee, “Baby John.”

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Friendship and Excitement

Avneet Kaur praises Varun Dhawan as an amazing friend and mentor, highlighting his genuineness and hard work. She can’t contain her excitement for “Baby John,” showcasing the bond between them.

Avneet and Varun have collaborated on brand projects and reels,...

Varun Dhawan marked his 36th birthday with a cozy family gathering, indulging in a modest cake-cutting ceremony. The actor, anticipating fatherhood with Natasha Dalal, shared heartwarming moments on social media.

Varun Dhawan’s Birthday Celebration:

In a carousel of birthday photos, Varun posed with his mother, Karuna Dhawan, and captured a tender moment with Natasha, niece Niyara, and their furry companion, Joey.

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Amidst the celebration, Varun expressed gratitude for the well-wishes and shared his excitement for an upcoming film project, mentioning he could only enjoy a small portion of the cake due to work commitments.

Varun Dhawan’s journey in Bollywood, from his debut in “Student of The Year” to portraying diverse roles, reflects his dedication and versatile talent, securing him a prominent position in the industry. As he embraces fatherhood, fans eagerly anticipate his next cinematic endeavor, celebrating...

Filmmaker Karan Johar has shared some pearls of wisdom on fillers, botox and going under-the-knife for changing the exterior. Karan took to his Instagram stories and shared a hilarious lengthy note in Hindi talking about changing the external body.

The filmmaker wrote: “Fillers laga lo fulfilment nahin milti…Make up laga lo umar hai ghat thi (Applying fillers doesn’t bring fulfillment… applying makeup doesn’t make you younger).”

Karan added: “Karlo jitna bhi Botox, lagoge jaise madhumakkhi ne kaat liya… Naak badalne se gand itar nahi banti.”

“Going under the knife se exterior badal bhi jaaye… Lekin meri jaan…Fitrat nahi badalti (Going under the knife will only change your exterior and not your nature).”

On the work front, it has been reported that Karan is working on the third instalment of ‘Student Of The Year’, which will be made into a series for Ott.

The third instalment will be directed by Reema Maya,...

Mumbai, April 1 (Ians) Filmmaker Karan Johar has shared some pearls of wisdom on fillers, botox and going under-the-knife for changing the exterior.

Karan took to his Instagram stories and shared a hilarious lengthy note in Hindi talking about changing the external body.

The filmmaker wrote: “Fillers laga lo fulfilment nahin milti…Make up laga lo umar hai ghat thi (Applying fillers doesn’t bring fulfillment… applying makeup doesn’t make you younger).”

Karan added: “Karlo jitna bhi Botox, lagoge jaise madhumakkhi ne kaat liya… Naak badalne se gand itar nahi banti.”

“Going under the knife se exterior badal bhi jaaye… Lekin meri jaan…Fitrat nahi badalti (Going under the knife will only change your exterior and not your nature).”

On the work front, it has been reported that Karan is working on the third instalment of ‘Student Of The Year’, which will be made into a series for Ott.

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Indian director-producer Karan Johar wrapped up the conference section of the first Cinevesture International Film Festival with a lively conversation that ranged from working with the right people and Bollywood’s shifting gender politics, to letting slip a few new projects from his Dharma Productions slate.

Johar, who’s having a busy year as a producer with Love Storiyaan on Prime Video and Showtime on Disney+ Hotstar, started the session by talking about how he surrounds himself with people “who know all facets of cinema, not just the mainstream” – even if they’ve been outspoken critics of his work in the past.

He used the example of indie maverick Anurag Kashyap, and producer Somen Mishra, now head of content at Dharma and its Ott division Dharmatic Entertainment, who used to slate him on the popular ‘Passion of Cinema’ blog.

“I think I was their favorite target. But when Rensil D’Silva...

Chandigarh, April 1 (Ians) Stressing that from an early stage, he has believed in closely reading his criticism from diverse quarters without assuming that it is a conspiracy theory, producer-director Karan Johar says, “To evolve, it is paramount that I am around people who are closer to the ground, and draw from those who have talent.”

In conversation with film critic Namrata Joshi during the session titled, ‘Between Larger-than-Life Romance and Grassroots Love Storiyaan — the Dharma of Entertainment’ at the Cinevesture International Film Festival (Ciff) in Chandigarh, the star director revealed that ‘Kill’ will be released in July, there is a digital version of ‘Student of the Year’ that Reema Sengupta is directing, and new work for an Ott platform.

“I would like to direct five films this decade. I sleep barely four to five hours a day, and have complete faith in my team, making it a point not to interfere in their creative space.

It’s been over a decade for Bollywood star Varun Dhawan in the Hindi film industry but, he has never forgotten his guru Karan Johar.

KJo launched Varun along with Alia Bhatt and Sidharth Malhotra in ‘Student of the Year’ in 2012.

On Tuesday, Varun attended Prime Video’s slate announcement event, ‘Prime Video Presents’.

The actor will be soon seen in the Indian counterpart of the global streaming series ‘Citadel’ along with Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The series ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ has been created by director duo Raj & Dk.

Sharing the stage with his co-star Samantha, Raj & Dk and KJo, Varun told the media, “The moment I saw ‘The Family Man’, and I picked up the phone and called Raj & Dk. I was absolutely blown away by it..

Varun then expressed his gratitude to KJo as he said: “I won’t be at this stage or on any stage without Karan Johar.

Alia Bhatt on Friday celebrated her 31st birthday by cutting a cake outside her house with the paparazzi. A video shows Alia wearing a white tank top, matching jacket, and black joggers. With no makeup on, the diva has tied her hair back in a ponytail.

After seeing the cake with ‘Raha’s mom’ written on it, Alia gushed: ‘Ohhh how sweet… that’s so sweet!”

The visuals further show Alia making a wish and blowing the candle. She cut the cake and had a piece of it. The paps then gave her a bouquet of flowers.

The social media, meanwhile, is full of love and blessings for the birthday girl.

Kiara Advani wrote a birthday note for Alia, saying, “Happy birthday Alia … Wishing you the bestest year ahead. Keep shining.”

Manushi Chhillar said: “Happy birthday Alia … Hope your day is filled with love, hugs and cake!!”

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Sidharth Malhotra Has Had The Best Debut In His Generation Of Actors! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Sidharth Malhotra seems to have passed the test with flying colors with his film Yodha, which is receiving great word of mouth. It seems like he has finally arrived as a box office star after delivering the most successful debut of his time!

Yes, you read that right; Sid, who made his debut with Student of the Year in 2012, has delivered the most successful debut amongst the millennials who made their debut from 2010 – 2014.

To be fair to the swiftly changing generations in Bollywood, we have taken only a four-year bracket to compare these actors’ performances in their debut films. From 2010 to 2014, nine Bollywood stars made their Hindi film debut – Ranveer Singh, Rajkummar Rao, Kartik Aaryan, Sidharth Malhotra along with Varun Dhawan, Arjun Kapoor, Ayushmann Khurrana, Sushant Singh Rajput & Tiger Shroff.

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Revisiting The Indian Box Office Journey Of Alia Bhatt (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Alia Bhatt has come a long way in her acting career and carved her own space in the Indian film industry. Starting her career as a girl next door, Alia has proved her mettle by taking some unconventional roles and successfully pulling them off. Be it a commercial potboiler or a totally content-driven film, the actress hasn’t hesitated to try her hands at different projects. And so far, it has paid off well at the Indian box office!

Alia celebrates her 31st birthday today, and fans all over the globe are sharing their heartwarming wishes to her on social media. Users are displaying their love by posting some of Alia’s popular dialogues or a glimpse of her famous characters. She rightfully deserves all the attention as, within a short span of time, the Gangubai Kathiawadi actress...

Alia Bhatt on Friday is celebrating her 31st birthday, and the actress has been showered with love and blessings from her family members, Neetu Singh, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Soni Razdan, Shaheen Bhatt, among others.

Alia, who is the daughter of filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt and actress Soni Razdan, made her Bollywood debut in Karan Johar’s 2012 movie ‘Student of the Year’.

The actress got married to actor Ranbir Kapoor in April 2022. The couple have a daughter, Raha.

On the occasion of her birthday, Alia’s mother-in-law Neetu took to Instagram stories and shared a smiling picture of the actress, who was most recently seen in ‘Heart of Stone’.

The post is captioned: “Happy birthday our sunshine…thank you for being ours…love you loads…”

Alia bhatt turns 31; kareena kapoor, neetu singh, soni razdan, rashmika mandanna shower love on 'queen of everyone's heart'

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Imtiaz Ali on Alia Bhatt’s Highway ( Photo Credit – Facebook; YouTube )

Highway is considered Alia Bhatt’s one of the best performances. It has been ten years since the movie was released, and it was Alia’s second movie after Student of the Year. In the Imtiaz Ali directorial, Bhatt impressed everyone by delivering a solid performance in a heartwrenching story about child sexual abuse.

Imtiaz Ali’s Highway also explores themes of freedom, self-discovery and courage to stand up for oneself. The film also stars Randeep Hooda in a prominent role. No one can imagine anyone else playing Veera except Alia Bhatt, who aptly depicted her character’s trauma, vulnerability and strength. However, Imtiaz has now revealed that he wanted an older actress to play the character. The filmmaker said that his unit wasn’t convinced Bhatt could pull off such a complex role.

On Mukesh Chhabra’s show,...

Actress Kriti Sanon, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming movie ‘Crew’, has shared that she once auditioned for the Karan Johar directorial ‘Student of the Year’, which was released in 2012. Kriti said she was asked to do scenes from the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer ‘Wake Up Sid’ and was also asked to dance to the song ‘Bahara’.

The actress made the revelation during the sixth season of ‘No Filter Neha’.

Giving the audience a peek into her struggling days, Kriti opened up about her ‘bad’ audition.

She said, “I think my first audition probably was for ‘Student of the Year’. I recently told this to Karan, who threatened me that he is going to release the clip, and I was like please don’t take the clip out now, ‘ab toh bilkul bhi nahi’.”

“It was my first audition. I remember they made us do some scenes...

Sidharth Malhotra Made His Debut In 2012 With Student Of The Year (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Sidharth Malhotra is all set to wear the Army Uniform yet again with Yodha, and the aerial action film is ready to churn out some great numbers at the box office on March 15, its opening day. This takes us back to the time the actor delivered his first superhit at the box office. It was with his very first film, Student Of The Year.

However, very interestingly, while Sid made his debut in 2012, his first day at the box office was also phenomenal. In fact, the opening of the film helmed by Karan Johar surpassed the opening numbers of many films that year, including Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor Khan‘s films.

Sidharth Malhotra’s first day at the box office was on October 19, 2019. The actor, who made a superhit debut along with Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt,...

Yodha: Duo Of Sidharth Malhotra & Dharma Productions Is Back To Deliver Another Chartbuster Love Song!

Dharma Productions is always known for giving some of the biggest love anthems in Bollywood, and with every film, fans expect a chartbuster love track. Actor Sidharth Malhotra has been lucky enough to be a part of several memorable love ballads of the production house; in other words, the duo of Sidharth and Dharma is truly a hit machine. Now, the hit machine is back; this time, it’s for the upcoming film Yodha.

It all started with Sidharth’s debut film with Dharma Productions, Student Of The Year (2012). We saw Ishq Wala Love mesmerizing the audience. Apart from Sidharth, the track also features Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan, and over the years, it has become an evergreen romantic track.

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Another evergreen romantic song on the list is Zehnaseeb from...

Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Starring Varun Dhawan & Janhvi Kapoor To Release In 2025(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Janhvi Kapoor and Varun Dhawan are all set to reunite again after Bawaal (2023). The duo is collaborating with director Shashank Khaitan for a love story titled Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, which will be an entertainment dhamaka on the big screens. Scroll below for the release date, shooting details, and everything we know about the project!

Dharma Productions will produce Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari. The project marks the sixth collaboration between Karan Johar’s production house and Varun. They’ve previously worked on Student Of The Year, Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania, Badrinath Ki Dulhania, Kalank, and Jug Jugg Jeeyo.

The romantic film will also be a reunion for Shashank Khaitan and Varun Dhawan after Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania and Badrinath Ki Dulhania. On the other hand, Janhvi Kapoor is also reuniting with the...

Actor Varun Dhawan and wife Natasha Dalal on Sunday announced that they expecting their first child with an adorable post on social media. Varun confirmed the pregnancy news with a heartwarming Instagram post. Sharing a glimpse from the maternity photoshoot, the ‘Student of the Year’ actor wrote: “We are pregnant..need all your blessings and love.. #myfamilymystrength”.

The monochrome picture shows Natasha wearing a short body con dress, flaunting her baby bump, while Varun is sitting on his knees, holding his ladylove’s hands, and kisses the bump.

The photo seems to be clicked at their house, and there is a perfect glimpse of their furry friend Joey in the backdrop.

The post received several likes in no time, with the Bollywood celebrities and fans showering love on the soon to be parents.

Anil Kapoor, and Janhvi Kapoor dropped red heart emojis, while Sonam Kapoor commented: “Omg so cute”.

Arjun Kapoor wrote,...

The judges of ‘Dance Deewane’ Madhuri Dixit Nene and Suniel Shetty were left impressed by a six-year-old contestant, who gave a captivating performance on the song ‘Radha’. The audition week of the dance reality show is witnessing contestants striving to elevate the competition bar and fight for their spot in the show.

The diverse group of contestants spanning three generations have bowled the judges Madhuri and Suniel, with their first performances in the auditions especially a six-year-old Deepanita Bairagi who brings her relentless energy on the stage.

Hailing from Kolkata, Deepanita effortlessly seized the spotlight with her performance to ‘Radha’. Her jaw-dropping act leaves the judges spellbound, earning her a heap of praise.

The song ‘Radha’ sung by Shreya Ghoshal, Udit Narayan and Vishal-Shekhar is from the 2012 romantic drama ‘Student of the Year’ starring Alia Bhatt, Sidharth Malhotra and Varun Dhawan.

Madhuri, stunned by the performance, expressed her admiration with a heartfelt “I love you,...

Koffee With Karan 8 Finale Highlights: Orry Revealing His First Job & Ananya Panday Mentioning Aditya Roy Kapur Serve As The Perfect Sign-Off (Picture Credit: Instagram)

Karan Johar’s contentious talk show Koffee With Karas Season 8 came to an end with Tanmay Bhat, Danish Sait, Kusha Kapila, and Sumukhi gracing the couch in the final episode along with the infamous ‘liver’ Orry as a special guest. This season saw some unique combinations of guests like Saif Ali Khan-Sharmila Tagore, Neetu Kapoor-Zeenat Aman, and more. Here are some of the highlights from the season finale.

The Kwk Season 8 saw the reunion of two of Karan’s Students from his 2012 film, Student of the Year, and it was an epic episode. Varun Dhawan did not leave an opportunity to dig at Karan, while Sidharth Malhotra ensured their answers were PG-13. It also gave the fans a mini-reunion of the Kuch Kuch Hota Hai team,...

Bollywood actor Siddharth Malhotra, who made his mark in the industry with his debut in Karan Johar’s “Student of the Year,” celebrated his birthday yesterday amidst much fanfare. Known for his strong acting skills, Siddharth has quickly carved a niche for himself in Bollywood. His journey from a striking debut to becoming one of the industry’s recognized faces has been remarkable.

Siddharth Malhotra shares birthday video with fans:

Siddharth’s personal life, especially his marriage to fellow Bollywood actress Kiara Advani, has always been a topic of interest for his fans. The couple’s wedding was one of the most talked-about events in the industry. On his birthday, Siddharth was seen engaging with his fans in a warm and down-to-earth manner. Pictures and videos showed the dashing actor cutting his birthday cake surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd of supporters.

You all made my day truly special. Thank you guys!

Actor Abhishek Bajaj, known for his role in ‘Student of the Year’, ‘Babli Bouncer’, and others, has opened up on his role ‘Chakku Pandey’ for an upcoming untitled Ott project, and shared how he has always made a conscious effort to portray diverse characters in each show or film.

The 31-year-old actor is all set to treat his fans with one of unseen avatar. He was currently in Lucknow shooting for his new web show and spilled some beans on the same.

Speaking about the same, the ‘Parvarrish’ actor shared: “By God’s grace, I have had the opportunity to work with the best production houses and directors. I began with ‘Student of the Year 2’ by Dharma Productions, followed by ‘Babli Bouncer’ with Madhur Bhandarkar. Currently, I am involved in a show with the creators of ‘Sultan of Delhi,’ ‘Singham,’ and ‘Suryavanshi’– they’ve been truly instrumental in the industry.

Bollywood diva Ananya Panday has shared that she relishes to eat weird and unique street food combinations like schezwan cheese dosa, paneer hungama. The actress also expressed her love for ‘Vada Pav’.

In the YouTube video for Mashable India, which is titled as ‘The Bombay Journey’, Ananya can be seen talking about her love for street food.

The interviewer asked her: “Don’t you eat street food?”

Replying to the same, the ‘Student of the Year 2’ actress said: “No, not that much. I like street food like chaat. And I like different and unique street foods like schezwan cheese dosa, paneer hungama — it’s like a paneer with a twist, and has a spicy tangy flavour.”

“I like odd combinations like Schezwan in a dosa,” shared the 25-year-old actress.

Further the ‘Gehraiyaan’ actress chose sev puri over pani puri. “That pani puri’s water is really messy for me,” she said.

Indian filmmaker and TV personality Karan Johar has become the first Indian director to receive the Variety Vanguard Award, presented by the Red Sea International Film Festival, recognizing industry leaders who have significantly contributed to the global entertainment business. On Saturday, Variety’s executive editor of film and media, Tatiana Siegel, handed Johar his award at the third edition of the film festival, followed by a career-spanning conversation.

The director-producer-tv host came out of a seven-year directing hiatus with the highly successful “Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.” The pause, the filmmaker says, was due to his busy schedule as head of the production company Dharma Productions and the host of “Koffee With Karan,” one of India’s longest-running and most popular talk shows.

“Being a studio head, you have many responsibilities and I wanted to direct more often. My primary passion is being a director,” he said. “When I sleep at night,...

The latest episode of Koffee with Karan season five has two actors who were the first babies of Karan Johar, as stated by the director/producer at the end of the show. As they walked in, Karan could not stop gushing over the fact that the two actors he’d launched had reached the pinnacle of success and were still striving to do more. The original Student of the Year cast, Sidharth Malhotra and Varun Dhawan graced the show in this episode, and the entire hour was a hoot.

Recap: Major Highlights Of The Episode

The student-mentor relationship between them was the highlight of the chat show, and Varun Dhawan began by asking if the host Karan would only talk about Alia, even though she was not physically a part of this episode. It was a callback to the backlash Karan received for speaking too much about Alia in the last season.

Director-producer Karan Johar, who hosts popular streaming chat show ‘Koffee With Karan’, revealed that actors Sidharth Malhotra and Varun Dhawan were not in favour of casting actress Alia Bhatt in their debut film ‘Student of the Year’ (2012)

Varun and Sid appeared on the latest episode of the streaming chat show, and had a gala time. KJo, while trying to break through in the conversations, dominated by the two actors, spilled beans that they told him not to cast Alia as they were not very confident over her choice as the female lead of the high school drama.

During the episode, KJo said: “I remember the first time she walked and both of you messaged me saying, ‘Karan you can’t cast her’. One of you said she was too young. But after that we did a photoshoot with her three months later, I knew from that frame that she would lead my film.

Director-producer Karan Johar, who hosts popular streaming chat show ‘Koffee With Karan’, revealed that actors Sidharth Malhotra and Varun Dhawan were not in favour of casting actress Alia Bhatt in their debut film ‘Student of the Year’ (2012)

Varun and Sid appeared on the latest episode of the streaming chat show, and had a gala time. KJo, while trying to break through in the conversations, dominated by the two actors, spilled beans that they told him not to cast Alia as they were not very confident over her choice as the female lead of the high school drama.

During the episode, KJo said: “I remember the first time she walked and both of you messaged me saying, ‘Karan you can’t cast her’. One of you said she was too young. But after that we did a photoshoot with her three months later, I knew from that frame that she would lead my film.