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Breaking boundaries
When his melodious voice caresses melodies like Mitwa, Teri Jukhi Nazar and Yeh Hausla he simply sweeps you off your feet. But when it comes to a face-to-face interface, he shows a spark alright, however, words don’t flow like a torrent. Rather he measures his words carefully. Not a single utterance is politically incorrect or out of place.
Pakistani singer Shafqat Amanat Ali Khan whose songs reverberate in neighbouring nations, India and Pakistan, can’t be caught off-guard. Be it the niche he has created in Bollywood or the tumultuous situation in Pakistan, his repartee to all queries is tinged with diplomacy rather than candour. Of course, Bollywood means the world to him. On the quality of music that Bollywood is producing, he is more than upbeat. Says he, “There was an era when music was becoming repetitive but mercifully, I came at a time when music composers like AR Rahman, Vishal Shekhar and Shankar Ehsaan Loy were already around giving us some wonderful music.” Nope, he won’t pick out favourites, at least not among those for whom he has sung. But yes Pancham the evergreen eternal RD Burman is his all-time favourite. So is Kishore da. Back home in Pakistan expectedly for this son of classical stalwart Ustad Amanat Ali Khan, the family comes first. Having moved in a direction different from his forefathers, this ninth-generation inheritor of Patiala Gharana reasons, “Had I not, perhaps I wouldn’t have been so popular.” Actually he grew up listening to all kinds of music, especially Western music; not surprising his band was called Fuzion. But at the same time he remains grounded in years of raga-based training. Only as he puts it, “I sugarcoat ragas and present them in a digestive form for my listeners.” On the growing audiences for MTV Unplugged, (Season 2 of it brought him to City Beautiful) he goes with the dictum ‘the bigger the better’. Yet he states. “At times a hundred receptive listeners are better than thousands and lakhs.” At live concerts he breaks the ice with his audiences by first understanding their vibes. Often he would begin his live performance with a song from his earlier album, but now there is no cut and dried formula that he applies. Out to cut two new albums simultaneously, he agrees independent music is finding it more and more difficult to survive as even in Pakistan no one is willing to buy albums. In tinsel town many projects are in the pipeline and he is in a happy position where composers make songs especially for him. Indeed, Bollywood music is very popular in his country of birth but he qualifies, “What is a flop in India doesn’t work there too for tastes are universal.” With the world becoming a small village, music connects all but India and Pakistan, he reminds, were always enjoined musically. His bond with India got a fillip when Urmila Matandokar’s initiative Moving Closer went to Pakistan and among the many organisers was his band Fuzion. In India his first performance was at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. Then followed the song Mitwa for the movie Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna and rest, as they say, is history. Indeed, giving playback to King Khan, the icon who reigns over Bollywood, gave him a different kind of high. Having sung in several of Bhatt films he finds Bhatts extremely loving, whom one can never say no to. Without making much song and dance over the role artists like him can play in cementing the ties between the two countries whose relationship at best is brittle, he quips, “Leave aside singers like us, music itself is a bond.” And his voice, deep and resonant, strengthens it further. nonika@tribunemail.com
Singer who rocks
Rockstar Ustad is what his admirers in India call him, an epithet that he truly loves. Down the memory lane, he recalls how when he met Salim Merchant ( of music duo Salim Sulaiman) for the first time Salim was taken aback by his demeanour. He says with a smile “He expected to see me in a churidar kurta and here I was attired in a jeans and T-shirt. So, Salim gave me this name.”
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Romancing the bullet
Oneness with your own self, realisation of the supremacy of nature, restoration of faith, clarity of mind… among all these things that a bike ride offers, do not forget it also makes you burn a lot of fuel! Well, the one who thinks even remotely about the last fact is non-existent for a bike rider who saddles up to bring back something of which he calls a revelation and an experience. Members of Road Survivors Chandigarh Bullet Club gather to celebrate their tenth anniversary with more or less similar realisations, revelations and experiences.
Fall in line It is their love for one common machine, Royal Enfield, which brought members of the club together ten years back. At present, the club has 123 online members. Every Sunday, or almost an alternate Sunday, the members meet at Sector-10 Stop ‘n’ Stare before they head for a small but of course wonderful ride. Manpreet Singh Walia, a businessman from Mohali, “The entire idea of riding for me is to see a sunrise and a sunset,” he describes the experience without going overboard with words. The Chandigarh Bullet Club has plans for every season - in summer they hit the Mecca of the riders Lahaul Spiti and in winter they head down south. “It is the love and closeness to the machine that we feel as well as the passion to ride that keeps us going,” adds Manpreet. Ride, eat…sleep You can judge a person from the way they treat their motorbikes! So, it is not just being on the road, it is a bundle of stories that the bikers come back with every time. Bikram Singh, who runs a company that organises tours, wouldn’t stop revving his words when we spill the word ‘riding’. Bikram owns two Royal Enfields, which according to him is a real man’s machine! “When we as a group of riders pass through a certain place, you should see the envious look on their faces, because they would ideally want to switch places,” he laughs sharing, how he enjoys the ride without keeping the destination in mind. Keeping the tradition alive, the club has planned Ladakh Beckons 2013, starting June 22 till July 7. Gurmeet Sohi and his wife Sunaina, married for three years, share a common passion for riding. A part of Chandigrah Bullet Club, the two have been on long rides to Leh and other places together. “She is my navigator,” shares Gurmeet. “Riding gives us freedom from the mundane and Royal Enfield is one bike that is easy to understand as well as best for long rides.” jasmine@tribunemail.com
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Write approach
‘Not all love stories are perfect, but then neither are people’ — goes the tagline. The novel traverses three decades of the protagonist Aditya’s life and his not-so-perfect love story. Well, this is Sidharth’s first novel after about four or five failed attempts. “I did complete one before this, but did not like it,” admits this hotelier by education, ex-banker and senior executive in a BPO. “The problem with the first one was that it was too autobiographical. “It’s only with time that I gained confidence to create characters and move the story ahead; earlier I had to bank too much on my own experiences,” says Sidharth. Writing was difficult but not as difficult as the other challenges that this novel presented — finding a publisher and then marketing. “I am not a patient man. Any publisher that I approached would ask for three to six months, I settled with the one who agreed first,” says Sidharth. His 300 plus pages novel published by Srishti is priced at Rs 150. The narrative of the novel shuffles between the past and present, man versus woman. Meanwhile, this writer is settling down in rural life with wife and small daughter Aadhira (to whom the book is dedicated), making attempts at entrepreneurship and happy writing, thanks to the bank balance he had accumulated during his working days. “It was not easy to get off from urban life, but I had to take my chance. If I fail I will go back to work again, but who knows it might just be otherwise.” He is already done with the rough draft of the sequel to The Homing Pigeons and yet another fiction that brings together three characters, a terminally ill cricket coach, middle-aged loser in a BPO and a terrorist. Way to
go! mona@tribunemail.com
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The king of the swing
Jesse Grewal
The glutes are the most important muscles in the golf swing and as Dr Greg Rose of TPI puts it - they are the king of the golf swing. They are important for stability and create power from the ground up. Weakness in this muscle can lead to lots of faults in the golf swing. The 'bridge with leg extension' test is the best way to check for weakness in this muscle and also a great exercise for improvement. Lie on the ground completely flat on your back and bring the knees up by keeping them together (picture 1). Raise your arms up vertically and keep them extended. Now lift the pelvis off the ground (picture 2) and keep your belt line parallel to the ground. The next step is to extend one leg and keep it parallel to the other thigh. Make sure that the hips stay up and your belt line remains parallel to the ground (picture 3). Hold this position for 10 seconds. If your right leg is extended and the right hip drops it shows a weakness of your left glute. If the left leg shakes and there is cramping in your left hamstring it also shows a weakness in the left glute and the hamstring is being used to stay up instead of the glute muscle. Repeat the same exercise with the other leg. Lower crossed syndrome is the most common reason for a failed bridge test. This is basically a combination of tight hip flexors and a tight lower back combined with weak abdominals and weak glutes. This leads to an excessive rounding or outward arching of the lower back and a protruding or flabby abdomen with a flat butt due to a weakness in the glutes. The two most important muscles are the glutes, which are described as the king, and the abdominals or core muscles, which are the queen. Improve the functioning of these to improve your golf. (Grewal has coached several national champions and professionals apart from being coach of the Indian golf team for the Eisenhower Cup (World Cup) in 2008. He is currently the Director of National Golf Academy of India and CGA Hero Honda Golf Academy. If you have any queries get in touch with him at parexcellence@tribunemail.com)
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An actor prepares
“I think in every actor’s career there is a certain film that changes the way his life pans out. For me, Jism was that first film that made the difference in my life. For me it was not made, it just happened. “But I think there is a calling in an actor’s life and Shootout will increase the band width of my audiences and there will be new audiences which will come to see John Abraham,” said Abraham. Shootout at Wadala has been written and directed by Sanjay Gupta. It is the sequel to 2007 film Shootout at Lokhandwala, and is based on the book Dongri to Dubai written by Hussain Zaidi. Besides Abraham, the film also stars Anil Kapoor, Manoj Bajpai, Kangna Ranaut, Tusshar Kapoor and Sonu Sood in lead roles. The film will dramatise the first-ever registered encounter by Mumbai police, where gangster Manya Surve (Abraham’s character) was shot dead. “Manya Surve was a gangster but we have not tried to glorify him in the film. The film is also about the love story between Surve and Kangana’s character which is tragic and it turns out beautifully in the film,” Abraham said. When asked how he prepared for the role, the actor said, “In terms of visuals we had just two passport size photos including one of his body after the encounter, which was totally bullet ridden body. We met a few people including police officers, who were part of the encounter.” Shootout at Wadala is slated for release on May 3. — PTI
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Story time
Also featuring Narein, Prathap Pothen, Samvrutha Sunil and Remya Nambeesan, the film was a medical drama and critics appreciated the film as well as Prithviraj's performance in it. "I have taken the first step and bought the film. Now, the rights of the film rest with me, so I can be assured that nobody else is going to do it. That's the first step to ensure that the project has somehow shaped up," said Prithviraj. "I have started showing the film to few people over here. Let's hope that they have the same kind of interest that I do, I get a draft written in English that I will take to Big B to read it," he added. — IANS
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Something different
“I can’t do the stuff that other people do. Some commercial people might do one- dimensional roles, which are okay for them, but don’t work for me,” he added. The actor earned the tag of a ‘serial kisser’ after locking lips with his co-stars in Murder, Jawani Diwani: A Youthful Joyride, Good Boy Bad Boy and Crook. But later he shifted towards character-driven roles with Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai, The Dirty Picture and Ek Thi Daayan. When asked if it was an intentional move to get an image makeover, Emraan said: “There is no strong need to do that. My perspective of things is just to do different characters. There is no desperation to do anything other than my image. But for my own good, I want to do different characters and roles.” In his latest release Ek Thi Daayan, Emraan is seen playing a magician. He will soon be seen in director Rajkumar Gupta’s movie Ghanchakkar, in which he plays a guy who has come up in life the hard way. His co-star in the film is Vidya Balan. The movie is slated to release June 28. — IANS
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Back on track
“I am still a newcomer and he has worked a many more years than I have in Indian film Industry. It is his debut Bollywood project but I wouldn’t call him a newcomer. I think he is one of the most brilliant actors and he is definitely a better actor than me. I feel like a novice when I work with him,” said Sonam. Ranjhaana will hit theatres on June 28. The 27-year-old actress started her acting career with Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Saawariya in 2007 opposite Ranbir Kapoor. The film did not do well at the box-office but Sonam was noticed for her screen presence. Sonam says her goal now is to be a part of interesting projects that would satisfy the actress in her. “I had lost my way for sometime so I need to do things that I am happy with. It’s not about being the number one heroine or money. It’s about doing roles that I enjoy. My biggest ambition is happiness,” she said. The actress is quite busy with her back-to-back projects including Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, Khubsoorat remake and filmmaker Nupur Asthana’s Yash Raj project. “I don’t shoot two films at the same time. I finish one character and get into another character because I change my look for every film. It’s difficult but I enjoy doing that,” she said. Sonam would be reprising the role played by Rekha in the remake of Khubsoorat and the actress is ready to face comparisons with the legendary diva. “I am glad that I got to play a character that is so vibrant,” she said. — PTI
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Handling boredom
The 27-year-old singer’s actor boyfriend Taylor Kinney has been keeping her entertained with Top Gear boxsets. Kinney gifted the collection to his pop star girlfriend after she complained of being bored while recovering from a hip operation. “Taylor loves his cars and has really got into the show. Gaga doesn’t even watch TV usually but she’s always loved everything British, so she loves the jokey chats that the presenters have. “Plus she started to learn to drive last year, so she actually understands a bit about cars now. She and Taylor watch episodes most nights because she isn’t ready to be out and about just yet,” a source said. In February, Gaga cancelled 22 dates on her North American tour to ensure she fully recovers from her operation. — PTI
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Malaise lies in us as a society: Shabana Azmi
The 61-year-old will talk abut "gender sensitisation" at a conference organised by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) in the national capital April 29. "I am the keynote speaker at the conference organised by CISF in Delhi on April 29 on gender sensitisation followed by workshops by activists," tweeted Shabana. "Certainty of conviction will act as a deterrent not severity. But the malaise lies in us as a society that women and children are brutalised," she further wrote. The girl was abducted April 15 and held hostage in east Delhi's Gandhi Nagar for over two days, according to police. Actor Ajay Devgn also tweeted on the same. Actor Ajay Devgn says no sane person will ever think of raping a minor girl and added that people who do such crimes are not worthy to be called ‘human beings’. He was reacting to the rape of a five-year-old girl in the capital. She was sexually assaulted and brutalised, leading to widespread protests in the national capital. "The age of rape is just getting lesser and the horror of it even bigger! People who do these crimes are not worthy of being called humans," the 44-year-old tweeted. "The mentality that it takes to even think about this is beyond our imagination," he further tweeted. — IANS
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Russell is a fan of mime
Les Miserables star Russell Crowe has been a big fan of mime since his first trip to the theatre when he was young. The 49-year-old actor became a fan of the silent art form after seeing famed star Marcel Marceau on his first theatre trip.
“Something that causes much mirth among acquaintances is that the first time I ever went to the theatre was to see mime artist Marcel Marceau. It’s the truth, and I loved it. He was at the top of his game. But just for clarity, I have never intentionally performed a mime,” Crowe said. The star also recalled sneaking into an afternoon screening of 18-rated drama Papillon when he was still a pre-teen. “I was drawn to films in my childhood. “I love movies when I was a kid,” Crowe said. — PTI
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No time to follow trends: Sienna
Casanova star Sienna Miller does not follow fashion because she is too busy caring for her nine-month-old daughter Marlowe. Miller, 31, said though she has achieved the status of a style icon, she hardly gets time to follow trends, reported Contactmusic.
“I don’t even know what the current trends are! With my daughter, Marlowe, I’m not really able to follow fashion. To be honest, I’ve never paid much attention to it. “I was just at the right place at the right time. I love fashion, but I’m not obsessed with it. I like to work on my style but I don’t only think about that, even though others might think so. I don’t wake up in the morning and think, ‘Hmm I’m such an icon!’ My life is very different: I’ve got a baby who hardly lets me get two hours sleep each night,” she said. — PTI
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Simply curvaceous!
Screen siren Marilyn Monroe has been named the most attractive curvy celebrity of all time by a study. The Hollywood beat modern beauties such as Kelly Brook, Christina Hendricks and Kim Kardashian and topped the poll over 50 years after her death with four out of ten voting for her, reported Daily Star. Monroe was joined in the top five by actresses Raquel Welch, Sophia Loren and Jayne Mansfield. Brook, 33, is the only current celeb to make the top five.
Kardashian, 32, received just 7 per cent of votes, while Hendricks, 37, had 5 per cent. The study marked the launch of the curvaceous Peugeot RCZ Sports Coupe. “The appeal of the curve and old-school Hollywood glamour will never go out of fashion. There is no one to match the curvaceous wonder of Marilyn Monroe,” said Boris Reinmoller, car’s designer. — PTI
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The balancing Act
Recently there were rumours of you quitting Adaalat. Are they true? I was in Bangkok shooting for Naam Hai Boss and was away for a month, so I think people jumped to conclusions. Though things blew out of proportion, I would really want to make it clear that I am by no means planning to quit Adaalat. It seems as you now have a number of films in your kitty, please tell us about them… Yes, I do have some good films and roles currently. While, Shoot Out at Wadala will release soon, Anurag Kashyap's Ugly and Akshay Kumar's Naam Hai Boss are in the line too. I am playing different kind of roles in each film, so it gets all the more exciting. Why have you been keeping away from TV serials, especially soap operas? I am doing television and films and balancing both as well as I can. Right now films are offering me different roles and a variety of characters. Tomorrow, if I get a good serial, I will certainly do it. I do not plan to quit TV. I want to do good projects in any medium. What do you think of film stars acting in TV shows? Well, that would mean great roles, good shows and more entertainment for the audience. Anil Kapoor is doing fiction in 24, which is a great start. Some people have even approached me for some series-based shows, so let's see how it rolls. What kind of change do you want in TV world? I think, introducing seasons for shows would be a good idea to start with. However, it might take a while for the audience and the channels to work that out.
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Putting up a fiery show
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Warding off the evil eye
Someone suggested that I visit a temple every Saturday to cast off the evil eye. As a Punjabi, I do not believe in all this, but out of some faint belief, I went to the temple. And trust me, when I came back, I was feeling perfectly fit and fine. Now, I have decided to visit the temple every Saturday."
Aah, looks like Simran's chudail on-screen persona affected her badly! Take care, Simran! Reel to real: Simran Kaur
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Working hard
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Planning to quit
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Going the Punjabi way
She will be essaying the role of Madalsa
Sharma's mother in the movie. The film is still in the making.
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A dramatic twist
How did you land into television industry? I was born and brought up in Alwar and I never thought of becoming an actress until I went to Mumbai and gave auditions for Saat Phere, where I got selected. What is the new twist in the show, Niyati? The show has moved ahead in terms of the storyline. Jayashree Soni's character died in the show and I have taken her place as her daughter. How have the viewers responded to your role in the show? My fans have really appreciated my work and the viewers have also given a good response to the episodes that have been aired so far. How was your experience while working with the co-stars and the production house? There is a great level of comfort while working with Dheeraj Kumar. Also, my co-stars always support me. I always work hard on the sets and that stimulates a lot of positive energy. What have you learnt while essaying the role of Niyati? I have learnt a lot. Now I know what it takes to be an IPS officer. Earlier, I have played different characters, but I think after playing Niyati, I will be known as a multi-faceted actor in the industry. What is next on the work front? Currently, I am concentrating on this show and I hope to win the trust of the producers with my performance. — Dharam Pal
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Astro turf
ARIES: Shopkeepers will find the day quite hectic. Actors are feeling very positive and optimistic. An intense discussion with your partner early on will play on your mind all day long.
Tarot message: You have well-wishers around. Lucky colour: Pink. Magic number: 30
TAURUS: Do not worry; discuss your plans with loved ones. In the evening children will be a source of happiness and joy. A partnership is in the pipeline. This is a favourable day for finances.
Tarot message: Take limited risks. Lucky colour: Green. Magic number: 57 GEMINI: Property deal gets concluded. Domestic issues come up for urgent consideration. Have no worries your work is well under control. Youngsters will have differences with their parents.
Tarot message: Take care of the health of an elderly member. Lucky
colour: Crimson. Magic number: 54 CANCER: Romantic life takes an upswing. It's a good day to try your luck. The employed will be burdened with additional responsibility without incentive. Prioritise your plans.
Tarot message: Leave things open ended for best results. Lucky colour: Peach.
Magic number: 33 LEO: Pay heed to wise counsel. Do not intervene in others disputes. Those looking for a job will receive a suitable offer. You will experience an unusual degree of selfless love.
Tarot message: You need to be creative if you want to retain your grip over your business.
Lucky colour: Red. Magic number: 59 VIRGO: Your card "The Chariot" brings a busy day ahead. Keep a balance between work and rest. Be careful about your own health and well being of your parents. Your pet is source of happiness.
Tarot message: Everything will get sorted out on its own. Lucky
colour: Saffron. Magic number: 47.
LIBRA: Hidden relationship proves a headache. Set aside time to get in touch with your thoughts and feelings. It will allow you to understand your inner motives and potential.
Tarot message: You will get the help you need if you ask for it. Lucky colour: Black.
Magic number: 37 SCORPIO: Today most of your attention should be centered on your personal life. Arguments with spouse become serious. If you want change, you'll have to get out there and make it happen.
Tarot message: Do not overspend just to impress others. Lucky colour: Golden.
Magic number: 25 SAGITTARIUS: Real estate deal should be left alone for the time being. You will find new opportunities opening up for you. Maintain a low profile at the party. An attraction for a coworker will upset your equilibrium.
Tarot message: Stay focused. Lucky colour: Blue. Magic number: 27 CAPRICORN: Your personal plans will meet with some stiff opposition. You reputation will be on the line. Act impartially and avoid the pitfalls of guilty conscience.
Tarot message: Stabilise your financial situation. Lucky colour: Purple.
Magic number: 63 AQUARIUS: The day is slow. Turn your energy towards artistic work. Your beloved will be in a lively mood. Mercury, the planet of communication, will move forward again today.
Tarot message: Avoid gossip session at work place. Lucky colour: Silver.
Magic number: 26 PISCES: Go all out to improve your position at work. Chronic patients should seek doctor's advice immediately. Start a journal or make your own video and record this personal journey of self discovery. Tarot message: Take up new opportunities that come your way. Lucky colour: Brown.
Magic number: 54
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Leaving a plush career in an MNC and a life in Gurgaon to work as a writer in a village next to Ranikhet, Sidharth Bahri, who is out with his first fiction work The Homing Pigeons, took an unconventional decision.
Actor John Abraham, who essays the role of a dreaded gangster in the upcoming crime drama Shootout at Wadala believes that the film will widen the reach of his audience and prove his acting prowess. The model-turned-actor, who started his Bollywood journey with Jism in 2003, has been part of commercially successful films like Dhoom and Dostana but feels that its time he shifted his focus to other genres.
Southern superstar Prithviraj Sukumaran, who debuted in Bollywood with Aiyyaa, has bought the rights of his hit Malayalam film Ayalum Njanum Thammil. He plans to make it in Hindi and approach Amitabh Bachchan with the script. Ayalum Njanum Thammil, directed by Lal Jose, released in October last year.
Actor Emraan Hashmi might have played the role of a lover boy in several Bollywood movies in the past, but he won’t opt for roles that don’t have ‘any depth’ or ‘logic’. The 34-year-old, who started his career with the 2003 movie Footpath, went on to do commercial films like Zeher, Kalyug, Jannat and Raaz The Mystery Continues.... “I have always liked very clear characters. I don’t like one- dimensional ‘hero characters’ because they don’t have any depth, background or logic behind them. Characters are flesh and blood, living people, who you can relate to,” said Emraan.
Sonam Kapoor, who will be seen sharing the screen space with Tamil star Dhanush in Raanjhnaa, says she feels like a newcomer in front of the Kolaveri singer despite her seven-year-old career in Bollywood. Sonam essays the role of a student from Benaras who comes to Delhi to join Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in the love story, directed by Anand L Rai.
Pop sensation Lady Gaga, who is recovering from her hip surgery, is reportedly watching a lot of British motoring show Top Gear.
The news of the rape of a five-year-old girl has left the entire Bollywood numb, including actor-activist Shabana Azmi. She feels that the problem lies in the society and individuals.
Ronit Roy has made waves on TV with his acting skills while giving many hit shows, including Kasautii Zindagi Kay and Bandini and he is currently seen essaying the role of a lawyer in a show titled, Adaalat. However, little do you know that Ronit also has many Bollywood films in his kitty. We talk to him about how he juggles television and Bollywood together.
Neelu Waghela, the Bhabho of Diya aur Baati Hum, played with fire while performing an astonishing act during the grand finale of Nach Baliye Shriman v/s Shrimati. She was performing a Rajasthani folk dance, which required her to have a matka of fire on her head. "It was very dangerous because the matka was not fixed to my head and there were chances of it falling, however I think I balanced it well," says
Neelu.
Simran Kaur who essays the role of the Chudail in Sony TV's, Anamika has not been keeping in good health of late. While complaining that bouts of weakness and fever were becoming a regular part of her life, Simran says, "I certainly do not know the reason, but my health had gone for a toss lately and I felt so weak.
Shaheer Sheikh of Navya fame is working hard on playing the role of Arjun in Siddharth Tewary's new version of Mahabharat, which will soon be telecast on Star Plus. Though he thinks that the show is being shot in a very regular and usual fashion, he is working hard on looking good for the role.
Considering the dipping TRPs of his show, Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai that is telecast on Star Plus, Kushal Tandon is worried about his future. The buzz is that Kushal, who gained popularity courtesy his role as Virat, is now thinking of quitting the show. He also participated in Nach Baliye 5, but after being eliminated, he did not return for the finale.
Amita Nangia, who has done various TV shows and movies, will now be seen in a
Punjabi film titled, Patiala Dreamz.
Aastha Chaudhary, the talented actor who has done many shows, including Aise Karo Naa Vidaa, Babul Ka Aangan Chhootey Naa, Uttran and Veera has recently replaced Jayashree Soni, who was earlier playing the role of Niyati, an IPS officer, in Niyati. Aastha speaks to Life+Style about the same and a lot more…