Kriti Sanon’s fitness regimen for ‘Cocktail 2’: Nutrition dialled in to protect face while leaning the body

Mumbai: Actor Kriti Sanon at the trailer launch event of the film ‘Cocktail 2’ in Mumbai on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. (Photo: IANS)

Mumbai, (IANS) Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming movie, ‘Cocktail 2’ followed a strict fitness plan to achieve that stunning frame.

On Thursday, the actress took to the Stories section of her Instagram, and re-shared a Reel from her fitness coach and Indian footballer, Karan Sawhney.

In the video, Kriti can be seen setting her foot on a steep incline walk. She said in the video, “Karan, I just want you to see this. Inclined walk”.

The video then cuts to Karan explaining her fitness plan, and how the actress went about with the plan.

He said, “The brief for ‘Cocktail 2’ was different than anything done before for Kriti. For the first time, she was doing a bikini scene. We were training six times a week. We had to have our abs showing. She had to be super toned, super fit, super lean throughout the movie”.

Mumbai: Actors Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna at the trailer launch event of the film ‘Cocktail 2’ in Mumbai on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. (Photo: IANS)

He further mentioned, “And the kind of training we did for it for this time, with her nutrition, with her sleep, with her food, we included a lot of inclined walks. She was eating a high protein diet. We were in a sort of a deficit, but along with a lot of strength training and basically staying active throughout the day. I mean, it was a challenge, but as you can see, she pulled it off”.

He also penned a long note in the caption, as he furnished the details of the fitness plan, as he wrote, “When @kritisanon and I first had a chat, we didn’t just have a fitness goal we had a director’s vision to bring to life. She was stepping into the role of Ally in Cocktail 2. And with that came something that pushed her harder than anything before her first ever bikini scene. That’s not just a physical challenge. That’s mental. That’s emotional. That’s showing up every single day even when you don’t feel like it. She had to be fit and lean, NOT SIZE ZERO! The brief was clear and uncompromising. Super lean. Super toned. Abs that actually show on camera. Strength that reads through the screen”.

He went on, “But this was the real challenge, don’t lose the glow. Don’t hollow out the face. The director @homster needed Ally to look fit AND luminous. Too lean and you lose that. Too soft and you miss the mark. That’s the fine line we walked. Every. Single. Week. Here’s what the journey looked like behind the scenes. Heavy strength training to build shape and definition. Incline walks for slow, sustainable fat burn without muscle loss Zone 2 cardio to keep the metabolism working without burning her out. Nutrition dialled in to protect the face while leaning the body. Regular director briefings factored into every phase of the plan Dedication. Consistency. Discipline. Kriti brought all three relentlessly”.“This wasn’t just about looking good for a scene. This was about honouring the character, the director’s vision, and most importantly,herself. Ally is real because @kritisanon made her real. So proud of you. This is just the beginning”, he added. Kriti Sanon’s fitness regimen for ‘Cocktail 2’: Nutrition dialled in to protect face while leaning the body | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Kiara Advani wishes 'Toxic' maker Geetu Mohandas: A genius mind powered by infectious passion

Mumbai: Actor Kiara Advani attends a screening of the film 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' in Mumbai on Thursday, April 30, 2026. (Photo: IANS)

Mumbai, (IANS) Bollywood actress Kiara Advani wished the director of her upcoming period gangster drama. "Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups" on social media.

The 'Shershaah' actress took to the Stories section of her official Instagram handle and called the filmmaker a "genius mind constantly powered by passion and fearless vision".

"Happy Birthday to the captain of our ship...A genius mind powered by infectious passion and a fearless vision...Here’s to your best year yet...Love and more love to you always... @geetu_mohandas (sic)," read her post.

Commemorating the occasion, the makers also released a Behind The Scenes (BTS) video from the shoot of the highly anticipated drama on Monday.

The clip had Geetu calling the shots on the set, along with orchestrating large-scale action sequences, and guiding performances.

"Behind every shot that hit different, every silence that said more than dialogues ever could, there she was! Happy birthday @geetu_mohandas," the post further included the wish.

In December last year, the makers unveiled Kiara's sizzling first look as Nadia from "Toxic".

Speaking about Kiara’s performance in the drama, Geetu had shared, “Some performances don’t just belong to a film, they redefine an artist. What Kiara created on screen in this film is nothing short of transformative. As a director, I am deeply proud of her and for the performance she has delivered, and for the faith and heart she brought into our shared journey.”

Jointly backed by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under the banner of KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, "Toxic" features 'KGF' star Yash as the lead, along with Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria, and Rukmini Vasanth in significant roles.In April, the makers announced that they had decided to delay the release of "Toxic". The project, which was previously expected to be released on June 4 this year, will now reach the cinema halls across the globe on a new date, which is yet to be announced. Kiara Advani wishes 'Toxic' maker Geetu Mohandas: A genius mind powered by infectious passion | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Janhvi Kapoor on pushing limits for films: Nothing is too much

Bhopal: Actor Janhvi Kapoor during a promotional event for her upcoming film in Bhopal on Saturday, May 23, 2026. (Photo: IANS)

New Delhi, (IANS) Since making her debut with Dhadak in 2018, Janhvi Kapoor has been trying to prove her mettle through a diverse range of projects. Be it “Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl” or “Mili”, “Bawaal” to her latest “Peddi”, the actress believes strong stories deserve complete dedication.

Asked Janhvi, who will be seen starring alongside Ram Charan in “Peddi”, how much is too much for an actor to invest in a role.

Pat came the reply from the doe-eyed beauty, who made her Telugu debut in Jr. NTR’s 2024’s action drama Devara: Part 1, to IANS: “Oh, I think nothing is too much.”

The 29-year-old actress, who has worked on stunt-heavy sequences head-on in some of her films, added: “I think for your art, if you feel convinced and if you feel strongly about the story and your role and the message, then give your life for it.”

Her next is “Peddi”, a sports action drama film by Buchi Babu Sana. The film features Ram as a "crossover athlete" who transitions between the three difficult sports including cricket, wrestling and sprinting.

Asked if she is a sports enthusiast, Janhvi, who is the daughter of the late superstar Sridevi and producer Boney Kapoor, said: “I actually, I wasn't very athletically inclined. I used to enjoy dancing though, always.”

The Telugu film Peddi is directed by Buchi Babu Sana. The film also stars Boman Irani, Shiva Rajkumar, Janhvi Kapoor, Jagapathi Babu and Divyenndu. The film is finally releasing on June 4.

In the Bollywood front, Janhvi was last seen in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari by Shashank Khaitan. It also stars Varun Dhawan, Sanya Malhotra, Rohit Saraf, Maniesh Paul and Akshay Oberoi.The film followed Sunny and Tulsi, who are heartbroken after their partners, Ananya and Vikram, abandon them to marry each other. Sunny and Tulsi then team up to crash the wedding of their former lovers. Janhvi Kapoor on pushing limits for films: Nothing is too much | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Kriti Sanon says success is a blend of hard work, talent and destiny

Mumbai: Actor Kriti Sanon at the GQ Most Influential Young Indians 2026 event in Mumbai on Thursday, April 23, 2026. (Photo: IANS)

Mumbai, (IANS) Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon, who is currently riding the wave of success owing to the box-office performance of her recent films, has shared how she views the relationship between hard work, talent and destiny.

From her National Award-winning performance in ‘Mimi’ to winning hearts with her emotional depth in ‘Tere Ishk Mein’, Kriti’s journey reflects both evolution and intent. As she gears up for ‘Cocktail 2’, she looked back at how identifying the opportunities and working towards them shaped her journey.

Speaking about the role of timing and opportunity in success, Kriti shared, “I do believe in luck, I do believe a lot in destiny, I feel you know it's always a combination of hard work, talent and destiny and also recognizing opportunities you know. They might just pass you by and you may not see them or you may not jump at them but that courage to take risk, to take the plunge, to take that leap and you know something that scares you but you still kind of just do it anyway. So I think that courage is also very important to recognize that opportunity. Absolutely”.

Her words reflect a grounded perspective on success, where preparation meets timing, but it is courage that bridges the gap.Meanwhile, the actress is awaiting the release of her upcoming film ‘Cocktail 2’ in which she shares the screen with Rashmika Mandanna and Shahid Kapoor. The film is a sequel to ‘Cocktail’, and features an entirely new starcast. ‘Cocktail 2’ is set to release in cinemas on June 19, 2026. Kriti Sanon says success is a blend of hard work, talent and destiny | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Aishwarya Rai marks 19 years of marital bliss with Abhishek Bachchan with a perfect family pic

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Mumbai, (IANS) It has been 19 years since Bollywood's beloved couple, Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan, entered matrimony in a lavish ceremony.

Aishwarya decided to mark 19 years of marital bliss with Abhishek by dropping perfect family pics on social media.

The photographs posted by Aishwarya showed her posing for some happy clicks with hubby Abhishek and their daughter Aaradhya Bachchan.

While in the first snap, the three of them are posing next to a lovely bouquet, the second had them simply flaunting their beautiful smiles.

Coming to Aishwarya and Abhishek's love saga, the two have shared screenspace in many films including "Kuch Naa Kaho", "Dhoom 2", "Sarkar Raj", "Umrao Jaan", "Guru", and "Raavan".

The duo reportedly first met back in 1999 for the photo shoot of their first project together, "Dhaai Akshar Prem Ke".

Their friendship slowly and steadily transformed into love. After being in a relationship for some time, Aishwarya and Abhishek finally tied the knot on April 20, 2007.

On 16 November 2011, the couple stepped into the next chapter of their lives as they welcomed their first child, a baby girl.

Meanwhile, Aishwarya and Abhishek recently made headlines as they made a rare appearance together at Sachin Tendulkar's son Arjun Tendulkar's wedding on March 5.

While Aishwarya looked as beautiful as ever in a blue and silver anarkali suit, Abhishek opted for a black sherwani. The couple was seen smiling and posing for the cameras before entering the venue.

Abhishek and Aishwarya attended the event with Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan. The entire Bachchan family made a public appearance together after a very long time.

On the work front, Abhishek will be seen playing a crucial role alongside Shah Rukh Khan in Siddharth Anand's "King".His lineup further includes Riteish Deshmukh's "Raja Shivaji". Aishwarya Rai marks 19 years of marital bliss with Abhishek Bachchan with a perfect family pic | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Preity Zinta shares pics of personal adorable moments with her twin babies

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Mumbai, (IANS) Bollywood star Preity Zinta, on Friday, treated her fans a heartwarming glimpse into her “heaven on earth” moments featuring her twin babies.

The actress sharing a carousel post featuring her spending adorable moments with her kids, stated, “spring has never felt better.”

She wrote, “Lately ……………

Spring break has never felt better. Loving every moment of everyday before I start my journey to the other side of the world

#Ting #springbreak #mommylife #photodump. (sic) ”

In one picture, the actress is seen sitting beside her little baby boy dressed in a sparkly pink outfit, caught candid.

In another picture, she is captured with the child enjoying playtime outdoors with a toy bat.

A cheerful selfie of Preity shows her smiling with windswept hair and sunglasses.

In another video, Preity's kid is seen playing with an Indian barbie dresses in a saree, and making it dance on Dhurandhar's latest song, ‘Meinu Loot Leh Gaya.’

Meanwhile, talking about Preity Zinta, the actress during the late 1990s and early 2000s, was among the most popular actresses in Bollywood.

She has delivered umpteen number of hits such as Kal Ho Naa Ho, Dil Se, Soldier, Sangharsh, Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, and many more.

After marrying businessman Gene Goodenough in 2016, the actress shifted base to the United States.

The couple later welcomed twins via surrogacy.

Preity occasionally shares glimpses of her personal life on social media, and has managed to keep her children away from the media spotlight.The actress often travels to India for professional commitments and important events. Preity Zinta shares pics of personal adorable moments with her twin babies | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Ananya Panday on tackling exam pressure: They are a small part of a much bigger journey


Mumbai: Actor Ananya Panday at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre's 3rd Year Anniversary Celebration in Mumbai on Friday, April 3, 2026. (Photo: IANS)

Mumbai, (IANS) Actress Ananya Panday's So Positive, a children and family first initiative designed to acknowledge exam stress, has joined forces with Nick India to come up with new and exciting ways to tackle exam pressure.

Rooted in Nick India’s ongoing Pressure Ko Bolo Bye campaign, the initiative encourages parents to actively ease exam pressure by recognizing each child’s unique strengths and learning style and by building confidence over comparison.

The collaboration came to life with a special on-ground activity led by Ananya, along with Nick’s beloved Chikoo and Bunty.

They selected everyday exam worries written on balloons and popped them to reveal easy stress-busting actions.

Shedding further light on the initiative, Ananya revealed that as a kid, she learned that the best way to overcome exam pressure is to take a step back and keep in mind that exams are merely a small part of the bigger journey.

The 'CTRL' actress said, “Exam pressure is something almost every student experiences, but it’s important to remember that it doesn’t have to define you. Growing up, I realised that the best way to deal with it is to take a step back, breathe and remind yourself that exams are just one small part of a much bigger journey."

"What I love about the Nick’s Pressure Ko Bolo Bye initiative is that it encourages kids and parents to talk openly about stress and handle it in a healthier, more positive way. Sometimes even small actions, like pausing, sharing how you feel or just letting go of expectations, can make a big difference," she went on to add.Sharing a glimpse of the intiative with the netizens, Ananya wrote on her official Instagram handle, “It’s that time of the year again - books, exams and all the pressure that comes with it But this year, with Nick India and So Positive, we’re saying #PressureKoBoloBye and will show you exactly how to do this - one pop at a time! (sic)” Ananya Panday on tackling exam pressure: They are a small part of a much bigger journey | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Neha Dhupia not doing ‘Traitors 2’, says she’s too busy going on ‘Double Date’

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Mumbai, (IANS) Actress Neha Dhupia has debunked all rumours about her starring in the reality show “Traitor 2” and cryptically shared that she is busy with a different project titled “Double Date.”

Taking to her Instagram stories section, Neha shared a cryptic yet humorous post that read: “Neither am I a ‘traitor’ nor am I an ‘innocent’. I’m just too busy going on #DOUBLEDATE. Coming soon.”

Over the past few days, Neha along with Angad Bedi has been spotted with celebrity pairs including Tejasswi Prakash and Karan Kundrra and; Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani, among others all of whom intriguingly mentioned being on a “double date.”

A source close to the development shared, “Neha’s post is a smart and lighthearted way of addressing the rumours while building intrigue around something she’s been working on.”

The source added: “The ‘double date’ hint is not random there’s been a pattern in her recent appearances with celebrity couples. It’s her style of making an announcement without giving away too much, and it has definitely got people talking.”

On the work front, she was recently seen in the series ‘Single Papa’ on Netflix. The show also stars Manoj Pahwa, Kunal Kemmu, Dayanand Shetty, Prajakta Koli, Neha Dhupia, and Ayesha Raza Mishra.

The series follows Gaurav Gehlot, a lovable man-child whose emotional age can best be described as “work in progress.”

His sudden decision to adopt a baby right after his divorce leaves his family so shocked that they briefly consider rebooting him. What follows is unprecedented kalesh as the Gehlots scramble to understand how a man who still misplaces his socks plans to raise a whole human.

The show has been renewed for a second season.Neha made her acting debut with the Telugu film Ninne Istapaddanu in 2003. She made her Hindi debut with Qayamat: City Under Threat in 2003. Her notable films include: Kyaa Kool Hai Hum, Chup Chup Ke, Ek Chalis Ki Last Local, Singh Is Kinng, De Dana Dan, Tumhari Sulu and A Thursday. Neha Dhupia not doing ‘Traitors 2’, says she’s too busy going on ‘Double Date’ | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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From stepper workout to singing: Twinkle Khanna lists how she spends time between shoots

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Mumbai, March 27 (IANS) Actress-turned-author Twinkle Khanna, who is married to Bollywood star Akshay Kumar, gave a glimpse into how she makes the most of downtime on shoots, revealing a mix of productivity and practicality.

Twinkle took to Instagram, where she shared a video of herself with a text overlay that read: “The things I do on a shoot while I am waiting.”

The clip then pans to Twinkle doing a workout on the steps, practice Bhramari, sing and remove creases from her clothes.

She captioned the clip: “Things I do while I wait for a shoot to start: use the staircase as my gym, practice aggressive Bhramari, sing, scratch out lines, and use my hairdryer to remove creases from my clothes. What do you do when you are bored?”

Twinkle met Akshay for the first time during a photo session for a magazine. They got married in 2001 and together have a son, Aarav and a daughter, Nitara.

Talking about Akshay, he is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film “Bhooth Bangla”.

The upcoming horror comedy is by Priyadarshan. It brings the iconic trio of Priyadarshan, Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal. The film will also see Tabu, Rajpal Yadav and Mithila Palkar in crucial roles, along with others.

Priyadarshan's directorial has been produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa R Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms in collaboration with Akshay Kumar's production house, Cape of Good Films. The film is co-produced by Faara Sheikh and Vedant Baali.

It marks Priyadarshan's second Hindi-language horror comedy film following Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007), both of which star Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Asrani, and Manoj Joshi.

The story of the movie has been written by Akash A Kaushik and the screenplay by Rohan Shankar, Abilash Nair, and Priyadarshan. The dialogues have been penned by Rohan Shankar.The film is produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ekta Kapoor under Balaji Motion Pictures in association with Akshay Kumar’s production company, Cape of Good Films. "Bhooth Bangla" is slated for a theatrical release on April 10. From stepper workout to singing: Twinkle Khanna lists how she spends time between shoots | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Priyanka Chopra says “Mommy daddy days are my favorite” as she hangs out with Nick Jonas

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Mumbai, (IANS) Global icon Priyanka Chopra, on Thursday evening, shared a sweet glimpse of her romance-filled time with husband Nick Jonas as the couple enjoyed some time together away from their busy schedules.

In a video shared by Priyanka on her social media account, the actress was seen chilling and travelling with Nick as he drove their car on a sunny day.

In the video clip, Priyanka appears relaxed and stylish in a white zip-up outfit paired with smart sunglasses and a straw hat.

Nick Jonas is seen driving the vintage-style car wearing a navy-blue T-shirt and aviator sunglasses.

The actress is seen flashing a bright smile and looking at Nick with affection as he focuses on driving the car.

She captioned the video, “Mommy daddy days are my favorite @nickjonas.”

Despite their hectic professional commitments and their responsibilities as parents to daughter Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, the couple seems to have sneaked out a little time for themselves to unwind and spend quality time with one another.

Professionally, Priyanka has been keeping busy with a number of global projects.

Recently, the Barfi actress attended the Academy Awards where she served as a presenter and grabbed attention with her elegant white ensemble on the red carpet.

On the work front, the actress is also gearing up for her much-awaited return to Indian cinema with the upcoming film, Varanasi, directed by S.S. Rajamouli and starring Mahesh Babu.

The big-budget project, which is expected to release in 2027, also reportedly features actor Prithviraj Sukumaran, Mahesh Babu.

Priyanka has been juggling between the US and India, particularly Hyderabad, as she balances her professional commitments alongside family life.

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas first met at the 2017 at an after-party of an event and soon struck up a close friendship that blossomed into romance.

The couple, after dating for a few months, got married in December 2018 in a grand ceremony at Umaid Bhawan Palace in Udaipur. Their wedding included both Christian and Hindu traditions, celebrating their respective cultures.

Priyanka had also paid tribute to her late father during the wedding by embroidering his name on the veil of her white wedding gown as well as her red lehenga for the Hindu ceremony.The couple later welcomed their daughter Malti Marie Chopra Jonas in January 2022 via surrogacy. Priyanka Chopra says “Mommy daddy days are my favorite” as she hangs out with Nick Jonas | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Rashmika says 'Bhooma Devi is close to my heart' as she bags Best Actress at Gaddar State Awards

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Mumbai,  (IANS) Actress Rashmika Mandanna seems to be enjoying the best phase of her life, both personally and professionally. As the Telangana government announced the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards 2025 on Saturday, Rashmika was chosen as the 'Best Actress' for her powerful performance in "The Girlfriend".

Showing her gratitude for the latest honor, Rashmika revealed that her character from the movie, Bhooma Devi, happens to be extremely close to her heart.Thanking her director Rahul Ravindran, the production banner, and the entire team of "The Girlfriend", Rashmika wrote on her official X (Earlier known as Twitter) handle, "Feeling truly grateful and happy to receive the Best Actress award at the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards 2025 for #TheGirlfriend. ‘Bhooma Devi’ is so very very close to my heart and I’ll always be grateful to @23_rahulr, @GeethaArts, @DheeMogilineni, #Vidya akka and the whole team of ‘The Girlfriend’..(sic)"

The 'Animal' actress further thanked Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for the latest feather to her cap.

"Thankyou to the Telangana Government. My sincere thanks to @revanth_anumula garu, Deputy CM @Bhatti_Mallu garu, Cinematography Minister @KomatireddyKVR garu, This truly means a lot," the post further read.

Backed by Vidya Koppineedi and Dheeraj Mogilineni under the banner of Dheeraj Mogilineni Entertainment and Geetha Arts, "The Girlfriend" follows Bhooma Devi, a postgraduate student, who falls in love with one of the students from her college, Vikram (Played by Dheekshith Shetty).

While their relationship is all sweet and promising at first, as time passes, Vikram starts to emotionally control and manipulate Bhooma.

Telangana Film Development Corporation Chairman Dil Raju announced the award winners for 2025 during a press conference.

Naga Chaitanya bagged the 'Best Actor' for 2025 for his work in "Thandel" which also won the award for 'Best Film on National Integrity'.Additionally, Anil Ravipudi's "Sankranthiki Vasthunam" was given the Award for 'Best Entertainment Film'. Rashmika says 'Bhooma Devi is close to my heart' as she bags Best Actress at Gaddar State Awards | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Jaya Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan make rare appearance together with family at Arjun Tendulkar’s wedding

Mumbai: Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, along with his wife and actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, arrives to attend the wedding ceremony of cricketer Arjun Tendulkar in Mumbai, Thursday, March 05, 2026. (Photo: IANS)

Mumbai, (IANS) Veteran actress Jaya Bachchan, and her daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan marked a rare appearance together at the wedding ceremony of Arjun Tendulkar, the son of Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar.

On Thursday, the Bachchan family were seen attending the wedding festivities of Arjun and Saaniya Chandhok. Aishwarya was dressed in silver anarkali. The ensemble featured intricate all-over silver embroidery that shimmered under the lights. Her ethnic ensemble featured a floor-length flared cut that exuded royal elegance. Abhishek looked dapper, as he opted for a black sherwani.

The patriarch of the Bachchan family, Amitabh Bachchan was also seen attending the festivities. He paired an eggshell chikankari kurta with a matching bottom and his signature shawl. The Bollywood legend was accompanied by his wife and actress Jaya Bachchan, who looked graceful in a white and golden saree.

The rumours about a possible separation between Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan have circulated periodically on social media and the media, largely driven by speculation over their limited joint appearances at certain public events. Reports intensified when the two were seen attending some occasions separately, leading to online conjecture about strain in their marriage. It was also reported that Abhishek allegedly fell for actress Nimrat Kaur during the shooting of their streaming film ‘Dasvi’

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Mumbai: Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, along with his wife and actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, arrives to attend the wedding ceremony of cricketer Arjun Tendulkar in Mumbai, Thursday, March 05, 2026. (Photo: IANS)

The rumours of Abhishek and Aishwarya’s separation started doing rounds in 2023 when it was reported in the media that Aishwarya has left the Bachchan family’s house, and has been living separately. However, at the time, Aishwarya attended the premier of the streaming movie ‘The Archies’ which marked the debut of Big B’s grandson Agastya Nanda. During the event, last year, Aishwarya was seen in good spirits with the Bachchan family.

However, neither actor has issued any statement confirming such claims. The speculation has repeatedly been countered by their public appearances together. The couple has been seen attending film events, airport sightings, and family functions with their daughter, signalling normalcy in their personal life.

Mumbai: Cricketer Arjun Tendulkar with wife Saaniya Chandok greets media persons during their wedding ceremony in Mumbai, Thursday, March 05, 2026. (Photo: IANS)

Their joint presence at several high-profile gatherings and industry events has been widely interpreted as a quiet dismissal of the rumours. Married since 2007, the actors have generally maintained a private stance on personal matters, rarely addressing gossip directly while continuing to appear together at public occasions.

Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan tied the knot in 2007 after dating for a couple of years. The couple welcomed their daughter in 2011, 4 years after their marriage.Other celebs at the wedding included Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, Saiyami Kher, Asha Bhosle, Aamir Khan, and Sonu Nigam. Jaya Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan make rare appearance together with family at Arjun Tendulkar’s wedding | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Rashmika Mandanna: Find a love that liberates you

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Mumbai, (IANS) Actress Rashmika Mandanna, who has stepped into her happily ever after, turned emotional after reading a heartfelt note written about her affection for actor Vijay Deverakonda, saying that love should be something that liberates a person.

A user on X wrote an article about “romantic optimism in a cynical age” referencing Rashmika and Vijay’s relationship. The user shared a note reflecting on admiration as a quiet but powerful expression of love.

Reacting to the post on social media, Rashmika shared that she had not felt so emotional reading something written about her in a long time.

“I have never become so emotional reading something written about me this much in a long long time.. There is so much I want to say but so little I can say,” Rashmika wrote.

“I am finding my own room and that’s a journey I am so grateful for.. Thankyou for recognising it.. About love all I can say is - Find a love that liberates you,” Rashmika added.

It was on February 26, when Rashmika and Vijay got married. In a social media post, she introduced her 'husband' Vijay Deverakonda.

She wrote, "Hi my loves, Introducing to you now “My Husband”! Mr. Vijay Deverakonda!! The man who taught me what true love feels like, The man who showed me what being in peace feels like! The man who told me everyday that dreaming big was absolutely ok and constantly telling me I was capable of achieving something much more than what I could possibly think I ever could!”

“The man who’s never stopped me from dancing like no one’s watching..the man who showed me travelling with friends is the best thing ever, and trust me I could write a book on this man! (sic)"

Rashmika revealed that Vijay has a significant role in shaping the woman she has become today.

"I’ve become the woman I have always dreamt of being, because you made her who she is today! I’ve truly been blessed! Vijju I am always short of words to describe the feelings I have for you!! I’ve always told you that!!”

“But you know suddenly all of my achievements, struggles, happiness, sadness, joy, life - everything just makes a lot more sense now - it is because I have you - witnessing it all.. being the biggest part of it all!", she went on to add.

Expressing her excitement about starting the new journey of her life with the love of her life, she shared, “I am so so so so soooo excited to becoming your wife! to be your wife! To be called your wife!! it’s full party time now!!”“Let’s have the bestestest life ever together! I love you! ” Rashmika Mandanna: Find a love that liberates you | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Karishma Tanna says 'don't give up on yourself' as she looks back on her journey

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Mumbai, (IANS) As actress Karishma Tanna was honored for her performance in Hansal Mehta's "Scoop" at the Busan International Film Festival, she decided to reflect on her acting journey, which commenced from the small screen, and overcoming several doubts, moved on to reality shows, movies, and web series.

She added that for her, 'Scoop' was a reminder that if one does not give up on their dreams, their moment arrives sooner or later.

Karishma's emotional note on social media went like this, "From television sets…To reality shows…To being boxed.To being doubted. To standing at the Busan International Film Festival for Scoop. There’s something beautiful about not giving up on yourself. About choosing growth over comfort. About waiting for the role that changes your narrative. SCOOP wasn’t just a project. It was a shift. A reminder that if you stay long enough, work hard enough, evolve honestly enough… your moment will come. And when it does — it feels like home. Thank you for watching, supporting, believing! (sic)."

Karishma took a moment to look back at the girl who patiently waited for her turn and never stopped believing in herself.

She pointed out that some journey's take time as they are building towards something concrete.

The 'Sanju' actress added, "Standing at the Busan International Film Festival, holding this moment in my heart, I remembered the girl who started early… who wanted independence, who waited, who heard “TV ACTOR” more than once… and still didn’t stop believing. This one wasn’t overnight. This one was years in the making. Grateful. Humbled. Proud. Some journeys are slow… because they’re building something permanent. I always believe-This is just the beginning...If you haven’t watched my show please watch it on @netflix_in."

Directed by Hansal Mehta, "Scoop" is a cinematic adaptation of journalist Jigna Vora’s bestseller "Behind Bars in Byculla: My Days in Prison".With Karishma as the lead, the show also has Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Harman Baweja, Prosenjit Chatterjee, Tannishtha Chatterjee, and Deven Bhojani playing crucial roles, along with others. Karishma Tanna says 'don't give up on yourself' as she looks back on her journey | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Alia Bhatt joins the list of BAFTA presenters alongside Cillian Murphy, Kate Hudson

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Mumbai, (IANS) After proving her mettle in Bollywood, actress Alia Bhatt is also constantly making a mark for herself on the international platform.

Adding another feather to her cap, Alia has joined the list of the BAFTA presenters for 2026 alongside some prominent personalities such as Cillian Murphy, Kate Hudson, and Sadie Sink.

The British Academy recently released its star-studded list of presenters for the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards, slated to take place on February 22.

The list includes some heavyweights like Aimee Lou Wood, Bryan Cranston, David Jonsson, Delroy Lindo, Gillian Anderson, Glenn Close, Olivia Cooke, and Patrick Dempsey.

Aaron Pierre, Alicia Vikander, Erin Doherty, Hannah Waddingham, Kathryn Hahn, Kerry Washington, Little Simz, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Mia McKenna-Bruce, Milly Alcock, Minnie Driver, Noah Jupe, Regé-Jean Page, Riz Ahmed, Stormzy and Warwick Davis will also be presenting the award this year.

Many celebs who have been nominated for the award will be playing a dual role as presenters. They are- Ethan Hawke, Michael B. Jordan, Kate Hudson, Miles Caton, Emily Watson, and Stellan Skarsgard.

Refreshing your memory, before Alia, Priyanka Chopra Jonas was a presenter at BAFTA back in 2021. Additionally, Deepika Padukone also got the opportunity to present the prestigious award in 2024.

Before BAFTA, Alia made quite a splash with her praiseworthy looks at Cannes and the MET Gala.

Talking about Alia's movie commitments, she is presently working on Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s "Love And War", where she will be seen sharing the screen space with her husband Ranbir Kapoor and 'Raazi' co-star Vicky Kaushal.

During a recent Instagram live, Ranbir shared that the project, which was expected to be out this year, might be delayed.

Over and above this, Alia will also be joining the YRF’s spy universe with "Alpha".Sharvari, Anil Kapoor, and Bobby Deol will also play prominent roles in the drama, which is being made under the direction of Shiv Rawail. Alia Bhatt joins the list of BAFTA presenters alongside Cillian Murphy, Kate Hudson | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Rakul Preet Singh gives a glimpse of her rehearsal for 'Pati Patni Aur Woh Do' song


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Mumbai, (IANS) Actress Rakul Preet Singh is presently busy with her much-talked-about sequel "Pati Patni Aur Woh Do".

She used social media to drop an exciting glimpse of her rehearsal for an upcoming track from the drama, which will also see Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan, and Wamiqa Gabbi in significant roles.

Rakul's latest Insta Story features her getting ready to practise her moves with her choreographer, while a peppy number plays as the background score.

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

Her video included the text overlay, "And then we rehearse for a super fun song", followed by a red heart emoji.

Directed by Mudassar Aziz, "Pati Patni Aur Woh Do" is expected to reach the cinema lovers on May 15.

Initially, the project was locked for a Holi release on March 4, however, the makers later decided to push the release reportedly due to the remaining post-production work.

For the unaware, before this, Mudassar Aziz had also directed the 2019 drama “Pati Patni Aur Woh". A retelling of the 1978 film of the same name, the project had Kartik Aaryan, Bhumi Pednekar, and Ananya Panday as the primary cast.

The movie revolves around a married couple, Chintu and Vedika. Things take an unexpected turn when Chintu finds himself attracted to Tapasya, a young fashion designer.

The 1978 “Pati Patni Aur Woh” was helmed by B. R. Chopra and featured Sanjeev Kumar, Vidya Sinha, and Ranjeeta Kaur, with cameos by Rishi Kapoor, Neetu Singh, Tina Munim, and Parveen Babi.In October last year, the makers unveiled the first look poster of "Pati Patni Aur Woh Do". The still showed Ayushmann Khurrana as Prajapati Pandey. If the poster is any hint, the movie will tell a tale full of romance, chaos, and inevitable marital misunderstandings. Rakul Preet Singh gives a glimpse of her rehearsal for 'Pati Patni Aur Woh Do' song | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Urmila Matondkar says 'Life should be about bringing smile to others'

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Mumbai, (IANS) Bollywood actress Urmila Matondkar shared that 'Life should be about bringing a smile to others' as she expressed gratitude for all the love received by her on her birthday.

Sharing a dazzling black and white picture of herself on her official IG, Urmila wrote, "My heart filled with Great Gratitude and my universe full of unconditional love that I receive from all of you and spread it right back amongst all you lovely people!! (sic)."

Blessed with zillions of precious moments that make up a fulfilling life, she went on to add, "Life should always be about zillions of tiny moments when you can manage to bring a tiny smile on as many faces as possible. By the grace of God I’ve been blessed with many such memories. And I pray to the Almighty for many more opportunities when I can make a difference to others in any n every way possible...Thank you for all the Love, Support, Goodness and Adulation."

Several members from the film fraternity penned lovely wishes for the 'Satya' actress on her birthday.

Ace designer Manish Malhotra penned on the photo-sharing app, "From Rangeela to now gorgeous @urmilamatondkarofficial birthday girl...it's been more than 30 years of iconic films together to you being my first showstopper to many other firsts together and always stunning in @manishmalhotraworld (sic)."

Jackie Shroff also went on to wish Urmila on social media. He shared a video montage of her along with the song "Tanha Tanha Yahan Pe Jeena" from their 1995 blockbuster "Rangeela" in the backdrop, along with the caption, "Happiness Always.”After making her debut as a child artist in the 1977 film "Karm", Urmila went on to become a part of several noteworthy dramas such as "Judaai" (1997), "Satya" (1998), "Dillagi" (1999), "Khoobsurat" (1999), "Jungle" (2000), "Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya" (2001), "Ek Hasina Thi" (2004), "Pinjar" (2003), "Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara" (2005), and "Bas Ek Pal" (2006), to name just a few. Urmila Matondkar says 'Life should be about bringing smile to others' | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com:
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'Border 2' actress Medha Rana reflects on the changes she has noticed in herself since 2022


Mumbai: Actress Medha Rana during the song launch of ‘Ae Jaate Hue Lamhon’ from the upcoming Hindi film Border 2, in Mumbai on Monday, January 12, 2026. (Photo: IANS)

Mumbai, (IANS) Actress Medha Rana, who has successfully cemented her position in the entertainment industry with her recent release "Border 2", reflected on the changes she has noticed in herself since 2022.

During an exclusive conversation with IANS, Medha shared that in the last 3 years, she has become a more confident person who is also more accepting of herself. She added that earlier, she used to be surrounded by self-doubt and was even unsure about being a part of the industry.

She was asked, "From 2022 till now, what has been Medha Rana's biggest personal change?"

To this, Medha told IANS, "I think acceptance and confidence. When I first came here and started working, it was not very easy for me in the beginning. I used to indulge in a lot of self-doubt as well, and was not even sure if this industry is suited for me or not. So, it took me a lot of time to understand certain things."

However, ever since she became a part of "Border 2" and saw the audience response to the war drama, she has become more confident in herself and her skills.

"But now I think after the experience and response for Border 2, the biggest change I notice in myself is that I feel more confident about myself, my skills. I think that is the biggest growth that I have faced," she went on to add.

Backed by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, J.P. Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta under the banners of T‑Series Films and J.P. Films, the primary cast of the project includes Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty.

We also see Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Anya Singh, and Medha Rana in pivotal roles, along with others.Medha has been paired opposite Varun in the project made under the direction of Anurag Singh. 'Border 2' actress Medha Rana reflects on the changes she has noticed in herself since 2022 | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Tamannaah Bhatia on starring in V. Shantaram: It’s a great responsibility

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Mumbai, (IANS) Bollywood actress Tamannaah Bhatia will be seen starring alongside actor Siddhant Chaturvedi in the upcoming biopic V. Shantaram and will be seen essaying the role of legend’s second wife-actress Jayashree.

Jayashree is known for her work in unforgettable movies like Dr. Kotnis ki Amar Kahani, Shakuntala, Chandra Rao More, Dahej and more.

Talking about the same, Tamannaah said, “It’s a great responsibility to portray a character rooted in one of the most influential eras of our cinema. And I feel immensely honoured to bring to life Jayashree, as she has been part of such legendary projects and the amount of grace she had was surreal.”

She said that Shantaram built a legacy that continues to shape generations, and decoding his universe has allowed me to witness the brilliance of the man behind the legend.

Tamannaah added: “Bringing a piece of that legacy to the screen is truly a special feeling, and I am thankful for the makers of V Shantaram to see me as Jayashree.”

The makers unveiled a new poster, where Tamannaah features as Jayshree draped in a gorgeous pink Nauvari saree that highlights her effortless grace.

The picture was captioned: “Jayashree - The star of an era. The strength behind a legacy. A chapter returning to history.”

The film is titled, V. Shantaram, is a historical biographical drama that honours the life, spirit and cinematic uprising sparked by one of India’s most visionary storyteller.

The film traces his remarkable journey from the silent era to his emergence as one of the most influential auteurs in Indian cinematic history.

Presented by Rajkamal Entertainment, Camera Take Films, and Roaring Rivers Production V. Shantaram is produced by Rahul Kiran Shantaram, Subhash Kale and Sarita Ashwin Varde and directed by Abhijeet Shirish Despande.Talking about Tamannaah, she was last seen in Odela 2 directed by Ashok Teja. The film is a sequel to Odela Railway Station and centers on the fictional village of the same name. The film portrays how Odela Mallanna Swamy protects his village from evil forces. Tamannaah Bhatia on starring in V. Shantaram: It’s a great responsibility | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Kartik Aaryan: 'I am extremely lucky to have Ananya Panday by my side'

Mumbai: Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday pose on the sets of the Bigg Boss 19 finale at Film City, in Mumbai on Sunday, (Photo: IANS)

Mumbai, December 18 (IANS) Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan, who is gearing up for his upcoming film 'Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri' opposite Ananya Panday, said he feels lucky to have her as his leading lady in the film.

Taking to the stage of the movie’s trailer launch event, which took place in the city on Thursday, Kartik said, “I think I am really lucky to have Ananya by my side, who has done such a good job and performed so well.”

He added, “She really deserves a lot of applause because she has truly outperformed herself. In every scene, there is a give-and-take, and the way Ananya has performed in the scenes, and the way she has reciprocated to all the direction that Sameer sir gave, is commendable.”

As Kartik spoke highly of Ananya, the actress was seen visibly overwhelmed.

Talking about Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri: Kartik and Ananya had been on a travelling spree for the movie promotions.

Last month, the two were recently in the city of Jaipur to promote their movie. At a press conference held in Jaipur, Kartik was seen talking about witnessing Ananya’s journey as an actress, especially when asked what it felt like to reunite after seven years, referring to the movie Pati, Patni Aur Woh.

Kartik had recalled how Ananya was just starting out in the industry when they first collaborated, and how today she stands tall with a newfound confidence, sharper craft, and a mature ease that shows both on and off screen.

Kartik also spoke warmly about watching Ananya grow not just as an actor but also as a person.Meanwhile, Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri, which marks Kartik and Ananya's second professional collaboration, is set to release on the 25th of December. Kartik Aaryan: 'I am extremely lucky to have Ananya Panday by my side' | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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