Author: Arijit Bose

Mumbai: In an industry where oversharing has almost become the norm, host Aanchal Dubey takes a more measured approach to what she puts out into the world. She recently spoke about why she believes not everything needs to be shared, and how she’s still trying to find her own balance with screen time. She said, “I don’t think I’m completely for it or against it. I use social media myself, both personally and professionally, so I understand why we want to share things. Sometimes it’s work, sometimes it’s a happy…

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Mumbai: Actor Arhaan Khan, known for his work in MTV Fanaah, Badho Bahu, Srivalli and Bigg Boss 13, says his interest in acting began at an early age. Long before he faced the camera, he was fascinated by cinema and television and the world of storytelling. Reflecting on his journey, Arhaan says the challenges he faced in his initial years played an equally important role in shaping him as an actor and helping him understand the industry. Talking about what first drew him towards acting, Arhaan said, “Acting was something…

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Mumbai: Producer Yogi D Chopra, who has backed the recently released short film Ek Nayi Dor, says the project was driven by the need to tell a story about acceptance, representation and breaking societal perceptions. Produced by Mandala Studios in association with Palash Dutta Classic Productions, the film stars Jayati Bhatia, Palash Dutta and Vicky Shinde and is written and directed by Balwani Raajesh, with the story by Palash Dutta. Speaking about what drew him to the project, Yogi D Chopra says, “I myself am a writer, director and producer.…

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Mumbai: Shruti Shharma is playing Sonal Mishra in Alright TV’s Gangs Of Gorakhpur, a raw and intense show set against the backdrop of 1990s Gorakhpur. While the series explores friendship, love, ambition and the circumstances that can shape a person’s choices, Shruti’s character brings a strong emotional layer to the story. Sonal is a simple young woman from Gorakhpur, but she is far from ordinary. Strong, outspoken and fiercely loyal, she stands by Raghav Chaturvedi through every challenge. For Shruti, the opportunity to be part of Gangs Of Gorakhpur came…

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Mumbai: Namish Taneja, who is currently seen in Alright TV’s Gangs Of Gorakhpur, says the series has allowed him to explore a completely different side of himself as an actor. Known for his chocolate-boy image on television, Namish took up the show to challenge himself and move away from the romantic roles audiences have usually seen him play. Talking about how he landed the role, Namish shared that he auditioned for the character of Raghav Chaturvedi, a young man who dreams of becoming an IAS officer. The audition required him…

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Mumbai: Actor Ankur Bharddwaj, who is currently seen in Mann Sundar, believes in making the most of his time both on and off camera. While acting remains his primary focus, the actor enjoys spending his free time with friends, working out and simply relaxing at home. Talking about how he spends his time when he is not shooting, Ankur says, “When I am not working, I love spending time with my friends, doing my workouts, or just relaxing at home. Sometimes, I like spending time alone and enjoying my own…

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Mumbai: Khushbu Rajendra is all set to be seen as Naina in When Veer Met Naina, the new vertical show on Its Alright TV. Talking about the show and her character, Khushbu says Naina is someone who has faced a lot but continues to stand strong. For Khushbu, the vertical format came at a time when she wanted to take up something different without committing herself to a long television schedule. She feels that micro dramas give actors the chance to explore smaller stories while still putting their best into…

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Mumbai: With reality show grabbing eye balls, actress Gulfam Khan Hussain has no qualms about admitting the genre’s pull, both for audiences and for actors chasing visibility. She doesn’t see anything wrong with the format. She said, “There is nothing wrong with it, reality shows are a good platform for reaching bigger audiences.” Asked if there’s a particular show she’d want to be part of, she said, “Bigg Boss, it’s classic, but I would like to do it in its original form with celebrities being a part of it and…

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Mumbai: Writer, director and actor Naveen Bawa has spent nearly two decades exploring commercial comedy through theatre, and his latest play, *Saali Poori Ghar Waali*, brings together humour, relationships, music and a social message. For Bawa, comedy has always been a way of talking about subjects that people may otherwise hesitate to discuss. Talking about his journey, Naveen says, “*Saali Poori Ghar Waali* is my third commercial comedy play in the last twenty years.” He began with *Aasmaan Se Gire Khajoor Mein Atke* in 2006, which went on to become…

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Mumbai: Janmashtami is a festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, but for many, his teachings hold meaning far beyond the celebrations. For Anupamaa actress Adrija Roy, one of Krishna’s biggest lessons is to keep doing your best without constantly worrying about the final result. “I try to follow that in my own life. You cannot control everything that happens, but you can control how much effort you put in. So, I try to focus on my work and give it my best. If the result is good, I am…

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