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Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) Actress Rakul Preet Singh made the most of her time during her shoot amidst the wild in low temperatures.

Rakul took to her official Instagram account and treated her InstaFam with a fun behind-the-scenes video from her recent shoot diaries.

The clip opened with her putting her face in a bowl of cold water. Next, Rakul shared a glimpse of herself walking barefoot on the grass in between shots.

The 'De De Pyaar De' actress was also seen singing and dancing to the 'Bahara Bahara" track from Imran Khan and Sonam Kapoor's "I Hate Luv Storys". Channeling her inner singer further, she also crooned the "Andekhi Anjaani" song from the movie "Mujhse Dosti Karoge", featuring Hrithik Roshan, Rani Mukerji, and Kareena Kapoor.

Rakul further confessed that the beauty of the place reminded her of the quintessential Bollywood romance.

"BTS ki full masti, some dramatic singing and lots of memorable moments, (sic)" she captioned the post.

Rakul keeps on sharing such entertaining glimpses from her professional life on social media.

Recently, Rakul had shared a video of herself rehearsing for a track from her forthcoming drama "Pati Patni Aur Woh Do", co-starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan, and Wamiqa Gabbi.

Taking to her official Insta Stories, she published a clip where she was seen getting ready to practise her moves with her choreographer, while a peppy number played in the backdrop.

While Rakul did not reveal the song she was practising for, she shared that the song will be a part of "Pati Patni Aur Woh Do".

"And then we rehearse for a super fun song", the text overlay on the clip read.

Made under the direction of Mudassar Aziz, "Pati Patni Aur Woh Do" is slated to release on May 15.

The project is a sequel to the 2019 drama “Pati Patni Aur Woh" starring Kartik Aaryan, Bhumi Pednekar, and Ananya Panday.

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Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) Actress Sunny Leone, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming streaming film ‘Kennedy’, has shared that she was in disbelief about being part of the film until the day she walked into the set.

The actress shared that despite attending the trials and the workshops for the Anurag Kashyap directorial, she felt that she isn’t going to be a part of the film.

The actress said, “My first reaction was disbelief that I had been offered the role. I didn’t 1,000% believe I was part of the film until I actually got on set. Even though I did the trials and the workshops, and everything happened, we all know entertainment is very volatile and things can change at the drop of a dime. I was so happy when the first shot was taken and we moved on to the next. That’s when I felt, ‘Alright, now they won’t replace me, I think I did a good job”.

When asked about that scene that emotionally stayed with her long after pack-up, she said, “I think the scene that stayed with me is when Charlie is in a hotel room waiting for the officer. She’s scared, upset, and doesn’t want to be there, but she knows what’s going to happen. That transition from her in the bathroom to putting that Charlie smile on her face is something I believe a lot of us can relate to. Sometimes we have to go through situations where we put on a smile just to move on with the day, night, or moment and that’s not always easy”.

“I love this type of film. There are so many different layers to it. It makes you think and is provocative in a thoughtful way. It really makes you listen to the words and the dialogues in the film - what people are talking about and how that relates to my world. That’s what’s so amazing about shooting in this noir universe”, she added.

Directed by Anurag Kashyap, ‘Kennedy’ also stars Rahul Bhat. The film is set to stream on ZEE5 from February 20, 2026.

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Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) Bringing in the 90s sparkle, Madhuri Dixit and Jackie Shroff graced the latest episode of the Netflix show "The Great Indian Kapil Show S4".

Turning the couch into a time machine, Madhuri recalled her very first memory of seeing Jaggu Dada on the sets of the 1986 drama "Karma". She shared that they were shooting a song at the time, with Anil Kapoor also around.

Madhuri couldn't help but laugh as she remembered how both Jackie and Anil were glancing her way in the middle of the shoot, making the moment impossible for her to forget.

Jumping on the opportunity to take a dig at the 'Hero' actor, host Kapil Sharma asked him, “Dada aap apni Rehearsal chhod ke inka dance kyu dekhte the? (Dada, why would you watch her dance in the middle of your ownrehearsall?)”

Jaggu Dada, with his peak bhidu swag, dropped the mic line “Kabhi kabhi bhidu, apne aap ko bhulna padta hai."

Adding a message, along with the masti, Jaggu Dada stressed the importance of planting trees, saying that trees almost speak to us.

“Bhai, mereko sambhal toh main tereko sambhalu bhai.” And when the audience burst into applause, he added with a grin, “Taali mat maar… jaake ek khud laga!”.

Madhuri further joked that after doing so many romantic films, she is now capable of romancing "even a pathar", proving she’s forever Bollywood’s romance queen.

Sunil Grover as Diamond Raja also hinted at his next big musical dhamaka, teasing what looks like his upcoming hit in the making.

Additionally, Krushna Abhishek and Kiku Sharda as the exaggerated versions of Jaggu Dada and “Madhuri Fixit,” effectively turned the iconic 90s romance into full parody madness.

Providing a glimpse of the fun-filled episode of "The Great Indian Kapil Show S4", the makers wrote on social media, "Arey bhidu log sambhal ke, ye episode full dhak-dhak mode pe hai...Watch Madhuri Dixit & Jackie Shroff bring nostalgia on The Great Indian Kapil Show on 21st February, at 8 PM, only on Netflix. (sic)".

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Los Angeles, Feb 18 (IANS) Hollywood actress Joan Collins is celebrating 24 years of marital bliss. The actress recently took to her Instagram, and shared a picture of herself with her longtime love, Percy Gibson.

To mark their 24th wedding anniversary on Tuesday, the actress shared a heartfelt tribute alongside a sweet photo of them together from her son Alexander Newley's lakeside wedding.

She wrote in the caption, “24 years of #weddedbliss - thank you darling Percy for making my life so wonderful (and he says #ditto)”.

The actress, 92, and her husband, 60, tied the knot on February 17, 2002. The marriage marked Collins’ fifth and, to date, longest-lasting union. At the time of the wedding, Collins was 68 years old, while Gibson was 36, a 32-year age difference that drew public attention but never disrupted their partnership. Percy Gibson was born in Peru and built his career in theatre production and management. After their marriage, he became closely involved in Collins’ professional life, serving as her producer and manager.

He has overseen her stage tours, book promotions, and public appearances, playing a central role in sustaining her late-career visibility in theatre and media. The couple has no children together, but Gibson is a stepfather figure to Collins’ three children from previous marriages. They have divided their time between homes in London, Los Angeles, and the south of France, maintaining an active social and professional schedule well into Collins’ later years.

Collins has consistently credited the stability of their marriage to shared work, mutual respect, and clear boundaries, frequently stating that Gibson’s organizational role complements her performance-driven career. As of the mid-2020s, their marriage has surpassed two decades, making it the longest and most stable relationship of Joan Collins’ personal life.

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Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) Megastar Chiranjeevi wished his better half, Surekha, on her birthday with a sweet social media post.

He admitted that she has been his greatest strength ever since their wedding in 1980.

The 'Indra' actor shared that Surekha is the nucleus that keeps their family together.

Uploading some unseen photos of the couple over the years, Chiranjeevi penned on social media, "Happy Birthday to dearest Surekha.

From the day we got married on February 20, 1980, you have been my greatest strength. As we celebrate your birthday today and our wedding anniversary in advance, my heart is filled with gratitude. (sic)."

He went on to add, "You are the nucleus of our family, the one who binds us all with love. You embraced my family members as your own, stood by them in every moment, and became a true daughter to my parents, just as they embraced you with equal affection."

Calling his wife the real secret behind his success, he further stated, "If anyone asks me the secret of my success, it is not my talent or hard work, “It is you”. Because you carried every responsibility with quiet strength, I could focus completely on my profession. In every crisis, in every celebration, you are the one who holds us together. You are not just my wife, you are my strength, my support system, my peace."

Chiranjeevi confessed that whatever he is today, it is because of his wife.

He shared, "On your birthday today, and as we approach our wedding anniversary, I want to say this from my heart - I am what I am because of you."

The Megastar concluded the post saying, "With all my love, always and forever", followed by a red heart emoji.

Chiranjeevi and Surekha got married on February 20, 1980.

The couple is blessed with two daughters, Sushmita and Sreeja, and a son, Ram Charan, who is also a prominent actor in Tollywood.

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Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) Veteran screenwriter of Salim-Javed duo has suffered a minimal brain hemorrhage, doctor Jaleel Parkar, who is looking after his case, has informed.

The doctor shared that minimal brain hemorrhage does not require surgery. Earlier, there were discussions around his discharge but now a decision will be taken once he feels better.

A Digital Subtraction Angiography was performed on Salim Khan. He is currently on a ventilator, and has been kept in the ICU. Yesterday, he was admitted by family doctor Chopra. His blood pressure was also high so the medical professionals put him on a ventilator for backup as safety. Now he is doing better, recovery is slow due to old age.

Earlier, Doctor Jalil Parkar had given update on the veteran screenwriter’s health on Tuesday. He said, “Yes it’s true that Salim Khan (father of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan) & an icon in himself has been admitted to Lilavati Hospital under Dr Jalil Parkar in the ICU early morning at 8:30 am. He was brought into the emergency by their family doctor Sandeep Chopra. Emergency care was initiated in the emergency, and Mr Salim Khan was shifted to the intensive care on the 1st floor. A team of doctors consisting of Dr Vinay Chavan(neurologist),Dr Ajit Menon(cardiologist) & Dr Nitin Dange (neurosurgeon) & Dr Bineet Ahluwalia attended to him. Respecting the relative’s request further details ain’t being shared today”.

Salim Khan’s elder son, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, daughters Alvira Khan Agnihotri and Arpita Khan and the actor Aayush Sharma were seen at the hospital. Salman left the shooting in Madh Island and went to meet his father. Reportedly, Salim Khan has complained of swelling.

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Chennai, Feb 18 (IANS) Actress Anupama Parameswaran, who has made a name for herself in the Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam film industries, will play the lead in director Shaan's upcoming psychological thriller.

The film, which is yet to be titled, will be produced by Shivin Narang, Prerna Arora, and Kiran Ballapalli, in association with a leading studio.

An intense psychological thriller, the project will mark the big-screen reunion of Anupama Parmeshwaran and Shaan, following the phenomenal response to their superhit short film.

Shooting for the film, which is being tentatively referred to as Anupama × RJ Shaan, is likely to commence in May this year, sources claim and point out that the makers will reveal the title soon.

Speaking about Anupama Parmeshwaran, well known producer Prerna Arora said, “Anupama Parmeshwaran represents a rare blend of credibility, versatility, and genuine connect with audiences across languages. At a time when cinema demands authenticity and emotional depth, Anupama brings an effortless strength and intelligence to the screen. We are truly delighted to welcome her to this project and to the Ess Kay Gee–Benchmark family, and we believe this collaboration will translate into a powerful theatrical experience for audiences nationwide.”

Ess Kay Gee Entertainment recently released 'Jatadhara', further strengthening its growing production slate. Prerna Arora, a National Award–winning producer, is known for acclaimed films such as 'Rustom', 'Toilet: Ek Prem Katha', 'Pad Man', and 'Pari' and the recently released 'Jatadhara'.

Anupama Parmeshwaran, who has been delivering strong performances consistently in critically acclaimed films in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam, continues to enjoy strong pan-Indian recognition. In fact, some of her recent films such as 'Bison' and 'Dragon' in Tamil and 'Kishkindhapuri' and 'Karthikeya 2' in Telugu have all gone on to emerge as blockbusters or superhits, further reinforcing her position as one of the most sought-after leading actresses in south cinema today.

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Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) Actress Rasha Thadani took to her social media account on Wednesday to wish her ‘sunshine boy’ Aaman Devgan on his birthday, highlighting that he ‘always makes her smile.’

Sharing an adorable picture of them that seems to have been clicked in a flight, Rasha wrote, “Happy birthday AD

Sunshine boy Can always make me smile:)

Have the best one @aamandevgan.”

In the picture, Rasha and Aaman are seen resting on each other's shoulders.

For the uninitiated, Rasha Thadani and Aaman Devgan made their Bollywood debut together in the 2025 released movie Aazad. The movie also starred Ajay Devgn, Diana Penty.

Made under the direction of Abhishek Kapoor, the period drama also featured Rasha Thadani and Diana Penty, along with others.

Set against the backdrop of 1920s India, the movie shares the tale of a young stable boy who ends up forming a bond with a spirited horse. His quest to ride the majestic animal turns into a journey of courage, making him conscious of the country's fight for freedom.

Earlier today, Ajay Devgn had also taken to his social media account to wish his dearest nephew Aaman Devgan on his birthday.

Alongside the caption, Ajay also posted an adorable nostalgic throwback picture along with a latest click.

In the first picture, Ajay is seen warmly holding little Aaman close to him in a fun way. He is seen smiling as the kid clings to him.

The second picture features Ajay and Aaman Devgan posing together at a grand event. The Mama-Bhanja are seen dressed in coordinated black ensembles.

Sharing the pictures, Ajay wrote, “Happy birthday @aamandevgan Aaj ke din jitna cake khaana hai khaa le, kal se waapis diet pe!”

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Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) Actor Rajeev Khandelwal, who is currently seen playing a razor-sharp lawyer in the courtroom drama “Amar Vishwas”, has spoken about crafting the character and shared that he just went with the flow.

Amar Vishwas is a gripping courtroom drama set at the crossroads of power, crime, and justice. Headlined by Rajeev, the series follows a razor-sharp legal mind navigating a high-stakes case where truth comes layered, motives remain concealed, and every argument inside the courtroom ripples far beyond it.

Opening up about crafting the character, Rajeev shared, “I went with the flow. We had discussed the character in length in our pre-shoot readings. Amar Vishwas was born in those meetings and now lives in the series.”

He added: “I sat down with eminent lawyers to understand some basic dos and don’ts of the courtroom and the legal world. The restraint that you see in him is actually his effort to not let his pent-up emotions come to the surface.”

Speaking about Amar’s core, he said: Amar is a rebel of sorts. And that is why he takes mostly pro bono cases. He had seen enough in his growing-up years that now he wants to change the system while being inside it.”

“And when anyone does that, he or she is bound to face challenges and hurdles. So does Amar Vishwas. How he deals with those hurdles is what makes him Amar Vishwas.”

Based on the acclaimed novels by Suhas Shirvalkar, Amar Vishwas is created and produced by Arjun Singgh Baran and Kartik D Nishandar under the banner of GSEAMS.

Alongside Rajeev, the series also stars Ravi Behl, Aamir Ali, and Barkha Bisht in pivotal roles. Amar Vishwas is streaming on Amazon MX Player.

Talking about the actor, Rajeev started his career directing the television series Filmy Chakkar. His breakthrough as an actor was as the lead in the television drama, Kahiin To Hoga. After this, he acted in many television shows, which include Time Bomb 9/11, Sun Leyna, Left Right Left, and Reporters.

Rajeev made his Bollywood debut with the film Aamir in 2008, which proved to be a turning point in his career.

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Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) Oscar-winning actress Olivia Colman lost some of her passion for movie-making after previously clashing with a director, however, she rediscovered her love of acting while shooting Jimpa.

Jimpa is directed by Sophie Hyde. Based on Hyde's own family story after her father, Jim Hyde, came out to his wife as gay when they were married with young children, the film stars Olivia Colman, John Lithgow, and Aud Mason-Hyde.

Colman told Variety: "I had just done a job where I really didn’t see eye to eye with the director, which is quite unusual for me. It made me go, ‘I don’t want to do this'. Then my agent said, ‘I think you’ll really love Sophie. You’ll love the way Sophie works.'"

“Jimpa” helped to restore the award-winning actress’s love of acting.

She said: "I was given freedom. It was such a creative process. It’s the antithesis of what I had just done, where I was sort of used like a wall prop, and was told ‘chin up a bit, chin down a bit.’ You know, that’s not acting. It’s not the work I enjoy. And Sophie was the absolute opposite of that."

She said that she'd actually prefer to act in private, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

She said: "All of it sounds pretentious. Whenever you talk about how you do it or how you don’t do it, or whatever … it sounds unbearable. I just like doing it, and ideally I’d like to do it with no one watching ever. But I know that’s not possible."

Meanwhile, Hyde explained that the new movie is a deeply personal story for her.

The director shared: "All my movies are very personal; they’re just a little bit more opaque about it.

"This is explicit. I have named the film after my own father, and I have a character that’s a filmmaker in it, and she has a nonbinary teenager, and that non binary teenager is played by my own nonbinary teenager, Aud. So it’s deeply upfront in its connection to me. But I wanted to look at the relationship between my parents and the stories that I’ve told about them, so I could question whether those stories are the whole truth."

The director also shared that because of the film's subject matter, it was difficult to get the project off the ground, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

The filmmaker said: "It has been a challenge. Do I think it’s political? Yeah. We watched the film industry slide away from diversity and play it fairly safe in certain ways. Queer stories don’t get much airtime. Stories by and about women don’t get much airtime. We found out last year that there was a lot of pushing queer stories to the side."

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