Day: May 1, 2026

Mumbai: In a recent development that highlights the growing international footprint of Iconic Entertainment, its founder, Mohammed Nagaman Lateef, opened up about a high-profile advertisement campaign featuring television powerhouse Ekta Kapoor. Speaking about the project, Lateef revealed that the ad was created for a South Africa-based travel company, with the endorsement managed and the entire shoot executed by Iconic Entertainment. “We are not just limited to India anymore; Iconic Entertainment has spread its wings globally,” he said, emphasizing the company’s expanding reach. Explaining the choice of Ekta Kapoor as the…

Mumbai: As the temperature continues to rise, psychic and healer Sharmila Cirvante believes in eating right. She said, “Summer in India isn’t fun at all, especially if you’re living in the western or southern parts. Unfortunately, not all of us have the luxury of a quick getaway to the hills, so we have to make do with what we have.” “For me, it starts with what I eat and drink. My food is lighter and simpler and involves a lot of fresh fruits, curd, salads, basically anything that doesn’t require…

Mumbai: In the Time Out City Life Index 2025, Mumbai has been named as the happiest city in Asia. And while this might come as a surprise to many, considering the fast pace and daily challenges the city offers, former Bollywood actress and NGO No More Tears founder Somy Ali feels happiness in the city goes far beyond infrastructure or comfort. She stressed it lies in its people, its spirit, and the stories it creates. She said, “For me, happiness in Mumbai isn’t about perfect infrastructure or a slow pace…

Mumbai: Actor, director, and producer Chirag M  Trivedi is steadily carving a niche for himself in the entertainment industry with diverse roles and ambitious projects across platforms. Speaking about his work as an actor, Chirag shared that one of his prominent projects includes the 2021 Hotstar series The Tattoo Murders, where he played the main negative lead, Asif, alongside Tanuj Virwani. Interestingly, the show was initially titled Kamathipura. Another widely appreciated performance came with his portrayal of Rahul Dravid in Kaun Pravin Tambe, produced under Friday Filmworks. On the directorial…

Mumbai: In the Time Out City Life Index 2025, Mumbai has been named as the happiest city in Asia. While looking at the city’s constant hustle, it might come as a surprise to many that actor Sunil Sharma, who was seen as Shaukat in the Dhurandhar duology, feels the idea of happiness in a city like Mumbai goes far beyond comfort or convenience. He said, “Happiness in a city like Mumbai isn’t about comfort—it’s about possibility.” It’s the belief that no matter where you come from, the city gives you…

Mumbai: Soniya Bansal, who rose to fame with Bigg Boss 17, feels that not everyone is ready to invest in newcomers. She, however, mentioned that breaking into the industry is not just the biggest hurdle; sustaining the success is where the challenge really starts. She said, “You might get a project once, but after that you still have to develop yourself, right? Today, even if someone is a director or a producer, the industry is largely driven by big corporate companies that actually put in the money. And why would…

Mumbai: Actor Rohin Joshi, who essays the role of Murli in Ganga Mai Ki Betiyaan, produced by Dreamiyata Entertainment, opens up about the evolving dynamics between Murli and Sahana, and the show’s take on sensitive societal issues. Speaking about Murli and Sahana’s relationship, Rohin shares, “I think they’re both quite unaware of how a marriage really functions in a typical middle-class household. Murli is completely oblivious to the fact that his mother still doesn’t think Sahana deserves him. He also doesn’t realise that she’s not going to change overnight, and…

Mumbai: Imran Nazir Khan, who is best known for his performance in Meri Bhavya Life and will soon be seen in reality show Tribeverse, stepped away from daily soaps to work on his craft and improve his skills. He had a few projects that he needed to prepare for, and now he is looking forward to accepting more quality work. He said, “After Meri Bhavya Life, I decided that I needed to work a lot on myself, on my body, and on my skills, and I was preparing for a…