"I think learning for an artist never stops" - says Rani Mukerji on completing 25 years

Bollywood star Rani Mukerji completes 25 years in the Indian film industry this year. Her incredibly successful career is punctuated by stellar, award-winning performances and Rani has surely given Indian cinema some of the most iconic and powerful women on screen. For the huge icon of Indian cinema, her 25-year journey has been about constant learning.

Rani says, “My biggest learning has been to keep learning. This has been my biggest learning. I think learning for an artist never stops. So, for me, my biggest learning has been to just focus on work and continue to do that with utmost sincerity.”

She credits the support of her fans to be a huge pillar of strength. “Without my fans, I would not have been able to survive, especially with the kind of prejudices a married actress with a baby has to go through. The fact that they have supported me throughout is nothing short of a miracle and that’s why I’m still working and doing relevant work,” she says.

About her miracle run at the box office with her huge blockbusters and her epic performances, Rani says, “When I think of the number of years, it seems like a very long time but honestly for me it just seems like my journey has never stopped. It’s just gone on and on since the day I was 16 and started working. Now, 25 years feels the same because the struggle is yet on, learning is still on as an actor. There is a lot that I have to accomplish, there is a lot that I have to learn.”

She adds, “For an actor, learning never stops and the more experience I have with different directors, different technicians, different co-stars, I get to learn a lot. It still feels nice and I am raring to go because with each film, I kind of discover a new me and I love telling stories - important stories, powerful women stories.”

Rani will be next seen in the hugely anticipated Bunty Aur Babli 2 and Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway, a true story that sees her take on a country for her family.

ALSO READ: Rani Mukerji reveals why she fell in love with husband Aditya Chopra

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Abhishek Bachchan shares picture of Taj Mahal from Agra; makes a Bunty Aur Babli reference

Abhishek Bachchan who recently wrapped the shoot of his upcoming film Dasvi in Agra took to his social media handle to share a picture of the Taj Mahal situated in the city. Along with the picture, he also made a hilarious Bunty Aur Babli reference.

Abhishek shared a picture of the Taj Mahal clicked from his hotel room and joked that his character Bunty from the film Bunty Aur Babli did not try and sell the Taj.

“Not a bad view to wake-up to every morning! Thank you Agra for being so beautiful. Till next time. #tajmahal #wahtaj #dasvi #schedulewrap #NoBuntyDidntTryAndSellTheTaj,” he captioned his Instagram post.

 

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In the film Bunty Aur Babli which was released in 2005, Abhishek Bachchan and Rani Mukerji played a con couple. One of their cons involved making an American millionaire believe that he had leased the Taj Mahal and was its owner for five years.

Meanwhile, Abhishek has headed to Lucknow for the second schedule of Dasvi. The film also stars Yami Gautam, and Nimrat Kaur. Directed by Tushar Jalota, the social comedy is written by Ritesh Shah, Suresh Nair and Sandeep Leyzell.

ALSO READ: “If you’re going to take potshots at me, I have every right to take a potshot back at you” – says Abhishek Bachchan on tackling trolls online

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Rajinikanth to be bestowed with Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2019; PM Modi congratulates him

Superstar Rajinikanth will receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2019. The Award is the country's highest film honour. The news was announced by Union Minister Prakash Javadekar earlier today.

“Happy to announce Dadasaheb Phalke award for 2019 to one of the greatest actors in the history of Indian cinema Rajinikant ji. His contribution as actor, producer and screenwriter has been iconic," Mr Javadekar tweeted.

Happy to announce #Dadasaheb Phalke award for 2019 to one of the greatest actors in history of Indian cinema Rajnikant ji

His contribution as actor, producer and screenwriter has been iconic

I thank Jury @ashabhosle @SubhashGhai1 @Mohanlal@Shankar_Live #BiswajeetChatterjee pic.twitter.com/b17qv6D6BP

— Prakash Javadekar (@PrakashJavdekar) April 1, 2021

Just like the National Film Awards, the Dadasaheb Phalke Awards also got postponed by a year owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. The jury that selected Rajiniknath for the award included singers Asha Bhosle and Shankar Mahadevan, actors Mohanlal and Biswajeet, and filmmaker Subhash Ghai.

PM Narendra Modi took to his twitter handle to congratulate Rajinikanth on the honour. "Popular across generations, a body of work few can boast of, diverse roles and an endearing personality...that’s Shri @rajinikanth Ji for you. It is a matter of immense joy that Thalaiva has been conferred with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Congratulations to him," he wrote.

Popular across generations, a body of work few can boast of, diverse roles and an endearing personality...that’s Shri @rajinikanth Ji for you.

It is a matter of immense joy that Thalaiva has been conferred with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Congratulations to him.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 1, 2021

Rajinikanth made his acting debut in 1975 with the Tamil film Apoorva Ragangal. His last few releases include Kaala, 2.0, Petta, and Darbar last year. The superstar will next be seen in Annaatthe.

ALSO READ: Rajinikanth starrer Annaatthe to release on Diwali

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Rekha says she wants to adopt Pawandeep of Indian Idol 12

Sony Entertainment television’s Indian Idol 12 music has a got a new identity. Indian idol has always been a platform for singers and with Indian idol 12, the stage is all set to give our nation many more singing sensations. This weekend the stage of Indian Idol would be graced by Bollywood’s diva aka Rekha and the contestants would be seen dedicating their performance to the epitome of beauty and grace.

The pride of Uttarakhand Pawandeep Rajan gave a soul-touching performance on the song ‘Dekha Ek Khwaab’ and ‘Humein Aur Jeene Ki’. His performance made the judges and Rekha speechless. Not only Rekha but all the three judges stood on the podium and gave him a standing ovation from there. Rekha could not stop gushing about Pawandeep’s marvelous performance and also mentioned that she wished to adopt him. Rekha also requested him to play dholak for her. Pawandeep immediately agreed but asked her to join him and play dholak with him.

Rekha and Pawandeep both of them played Dholak and it was a picture capturing moment. Pawandeep was on cloud nine sharing the same stage with Rekha. Rekha while appreciating Pawandeep said “I wish to adopt you; your voice is amazing. God Bless you and keep shining like this.”

Also Read: Neetu Kapoor revealed that she had broken up with Rishi Kapoor during Jhootha Kahin Ka

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Kunal Jaisingh to make an entry on Kyun Utthe Dil Chhod Aaye as Veer

Acting is not about being someone different. It is finding the similarity in what is different, then finding yourself in there. The one thing that always motivates acting is that it has the power to educate, inspire, and change the culture. Kunal Jaisingh is all set to join the cast of Kyun Utthe Dil Chhod Aaye as the new hero on Sony Entertainment Television.

Kunal Jaisingh, the multifaceted actor, will be seen on the sets of Kyun Utthe Dil Chhod Aaye. Kunal will play a new hero opposite Gracy. The new storyline will focus on life post-Partitions and Kunal’scharacter name is Veer, and he has anger issues and wants to show his mother that he is worthy. He has led a tough life so far and the hurdles that he has suffered at every step have made him what he has grown today. It would be entertaining to watch for the viewers how his entry would generate excitement. The show will also have a lot more twists and turns where three lead girls Amrit (Gracy), Vashma(Anchal), Radha (Pranali) life would be changed and with that, the life of Zaan aka Randheer, and Shagun aka Uday life would also be included.

Adding to it Kunal Jaisingh quoted that, "My role of Veer is a self-destructive and brooding guy I was excited when I was offered this role and I feel delighted to be part of such a wondrous fiction show. I will be able to learn many new things about acting like this is going to be a unique role for me. Working with such a likely production house and the channel is eternally a great opportunity for any actor. I expect to shoot for the show soon. "

Also Read: “I like going an extra mile for my roles”, says Zaan Khan of Kyun Utthe Dil Chhod Aaye

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Sunny Singh works out like a beast to build his physique for Adipurush

Sunny Singh has been on quite a roll, ever since the announcement of his debut Pan-India film Adipurush. Time and again, the actor is seen dropping various workout motivation, leaving his fans in complete awe of it.

Recently, the actor took to his social media, and gave a glimpse of his intense workout session, for the prep of Adipurush to the viewers. In the caption, he wrote, "Gains ????????" By the looks of it, the actor has been training hard for Adipurush. Just in a few minutes of him dropping the video, the comments section was flooded with love and fire emojis for the actor.

Take a look at it, right here.

 

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For the unversed, Sunny Singh will be seen playing the role of Laxman with Prabhas and Kriti Sanon playing the role of Adipurush and Sita in the film.

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5 Years of Ki & Ka: Arjun Kapoor misses Kareena Kapoor Khan, says he wants a sequel

Arjun Kapoor has found a quirky way to celebrate the anniversary of his hit film Ki & Ka in which he was paired opposite the gorgeous Kareena Kapoor Khan. The actor posted a picture of him holding a mangalsutra, a nostalgic reminder to the film’s poster that had Kareena tying the mangalsutra on the neck of Arjun. It was an intentional visual used by the director, R. Balki, to showcase the need for gender equality in society. Arjun also requested Balki for a sequel to the film!

Arjun captioned the picture saying, “A piece of memorabilia from Ki & Ka!!! Missing the set and missing the on-screen Ki. This film was personal as I chose it for my mom and it’s now even more personal after working with Bebo and Balki sir... I think we need a sequel! What say Kareena Kapoor?”

 

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Ki & Ka had triggered a national conversation about gender parity in society as the director had positioned the film perfectly with a tag line that read ‘Striling, Puling, Samething!’.

Also Read: Arjun Kapoor pens an emotional note for his mother’s 9th death anniversary, says, “On most days I manage but I miss you, come back”

source https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/5-years-ki-ka-arjun-kapoor-misses-kareena-kapoor-khan-says-wants-sequel/