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India.com
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Meet actress who ran away from home at 15, got married twice, became pregnant before marriage, is now..., her name is..
Meet actress who ran away from home at 15, got married twice, became pregnant before marriage, is now..., her name is.. Some iconic roles played by actors and actresses stay in the audience's hearts. Just like that, the role of Goddess Parvati in the serial Devon Ke Dev Mahadev is still etched in many minds. Not just the role, but the actress too! And today, we will discuss an actress who started her life with struggles. She got married at an early age, however parted ways. After this, the actress witnessed highs and lows, but still became a fame. If the above-mentioned cues don't ring a bell, then let us tell you we are talking about none other than Puja Banerjee. The actress has been a part of several reality shows including Roadies, Comedy Circus, and Bigg Boss. She has also been a part of Bengali, Marathi, Hindi, and Telugu films. While today, Puja is one of the celebrated actors in the industry, she has faced massive ups and downs. Puja Banerjee Ran Away Due To… Do you know that Puja got married at the early age of 15? Not just that, she also ran away from home. She wanted to marry her boyfriend Arunoy Chakraborty, and the two tied the knot in 2004, as per a News18 Hindi report. However, after 9 years, the two parted ways. After divorcing Arunoy, Puja Banerjee focused on her acting career. During this time, she was offered the role of Parvati in Devon Ke Dev Mahadev. As soon as she played this character, she became a star overnight. Then she never looked back. During that time, she met Kunal and the two fell in love. However, they kept their relationship a secret. Puja Banerjee Got Married Second Time With The two secretly got engaged in 2017 and wanted to hold a grand wedding. However, after Covid hit the entire nation, the two decided to get married in an intimate ceremony. In the same year, Puja gave birth to her son. Many media reports claim that Puja was already pregnant before getting married. Talking about her relationship with Kunal, Puja in an interview said, 'There is something new in our relationship. Even our relatives are treating us like newlyweds and inviting us for dinner. Earlier, they did not call us even during times of crisis.'
India Today
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Kapil Sharma didn't have identity, got show because of me: Navjot Singh Sidhu
Former cricketer and politician Navjot Singh Sidhu has claimed that he played a pivotal role in helping Kapil Sharma secure his big break. In a candid vlog on his YouTube channel, Sidhu shared how he became part of 'The Kapil Sharma Show', revealing that it was Kapil who approached him with a special to Sidhu, the channel had one key condition before giving Kapil his own show: Sidhu had to come on board as a permanent came to me and said, 'Paaji, I have a request. If you agree to be part of my show, they will give me an independent show,'' Sidhu recalled. He added, 'When I asked who made that call, he said Raj Nayak sahab, then the head of Colors. Raj Nayak wanted me on the show to boost TRPs. We met over breakfast, and I agreed.' Reflecting on Kapil's early days, Sidhu added, 'Kapil rose to fame with 'The Great Indian Laughter Challenge'. Later, he was exploited in Comedy Circus and didn't have an identity of his own. I stepped in when he needed support.'A few days ago, Netflix officially announced on Instagram that Navjot Singh Sidhu will return to 'The Great Indian Kapil Show' after nearly six years, sparking excitement among fans the announcement: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in)Sidhu was a regular presence on Kapil's shows from 2012 to 2019 across Colors and Sony Entertainment Television. He stepped away after a controversial remark made in the aftermath of the Pulwama terror attack. Now, he is all set to return as the show's permanent guest, alongside Archana Puran Singh. 'The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 3' will premiere on June the same vlog, Sidhu also opened up about his stint on 'Bigg Boss' in 2012, revealing that he took part in the reality show due to financial constraints.'Bigg Boss gave a lucrative offer,' Sidhu admitted. 'People often lose their reputation by going on the show, but I took the challenge because I needed money to build my house in Amritsar. I wouldn't have been able to afford it with my earnings as a politician," he disclosed that the show offered him a high payout, though the producers could only afford to keep him for a month. Despite his early exit, he said he maintained his dignity and never spoke ill of anyone during his time on the show. 'I left without damaging my image, and that opened new doors for me,' he 'Bigg Boss', Sidhu was offered a commentary job with Star Sports, marking a new chapter in his post-politics Watch
Hindustan Times
11-06-2025
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- Hindustan Times
Navjot Singh Sidhu shares how he stood up for Archana Puran Singh before returning to Kapil Sharma's show
Comedian Kapil Sharma recently delighted fans with the announcement of Navjot Singh Sidhu returning to his show. In his latest vlog, Sidhu described his comeback as a "homecoming" and reminisced about playing a pivotal role in helping Kapil launch his own show 13 years ago. (Also Read: The Great Indian Kapil Show: Salman Khan to be the first guest, confirms Navjot Singh Sidhu in BTS pics) Sidhu recounted his days as a judge on The Great Indian Laughter Challenge, where Kapil Sharma rose to fame. He further mentioned that after the show, Kapil joined Comedy Circus, where, according to Sidhu, 'he was being exploited and lacked an individual identity.' Sidhu also recalled participating in Bigg Boss for just a month to earn money to buy a house in Amritsar. After his eviction, he said the then head of Colors, Raj Nayak, agreed to give Kapil a solo show only if Sidhu joined in. Kapil then created Comedy Nights With Kapil, with Dharmendra as the first guest. The show went on to become a massive success. However, Sidhu revealed that due to politics and conspiracies, he had to step away from it. A post shared by Navjot Singh Sidhu (@navjotsinghsidhu) He said, "Wherever I went, people used to ask me, 'Why aren't you returning to The Kapil Sharma Show?' And then, with hard work and destiny aligning, I got the show back when I appeared again. The love that episode received... Coming back to The Great Indian Kapil Show now feels like a Home run and homecoming." Speaking about Archana Puran Singh, who had replaced him on the show, Sidhu said he made sure to address about her before returning, 'Maine Archana ji ke liye bhi baat kari thi. Ki main Durga ka bhakt hoon, yeh kaise ho sakta hai ki unke dil ko thes pahuncha ke main wapas aaun. Vo farmaish bhi maan li and she is with me on the show. Thank you for all the love and affection. I feel honoured to be back on this show (I had also spoken to Archana ji. I am a devotee of Durga — how could I return by hurting her feelings? I fulfilled that request as well, and she is with me on the show).' The first season premiered on Netflix in 2024. Following the success of two seasons, the third is now set to premiere on June 21. The show features Archana Puran Singh, Krushna Abhishek, Sunil Grover, and Kiku Sharda. This season brings a new twist, offering fans a chance to showcase their talent on stage in every episode.
Indian Express
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Navjot Singh Sidhu says he put one condition regarding Archana Puran Singh before returning to Kapil Sharma's show: ‘How can I be the reason of…'
Netizens were delighted after Netflix announced that the third season of The Great Indian Kapil Show will mark the comeback of former cricketer and politician Navjot Singh Sidhu. This will mark his return as the permanent guest of the show after nearly six years. Ahead of his comeback, Navjot Singh Sidhu shared a vlog on his YouTube channel claiming how he played a key role in helping Kapil Sharma have his independent show about 13 years ago. Speaking to his viewers, Navjot Singh Sidhu recalled the days when he judged the show The Great Indian Laughter Challenge which became the origin of talents like Kapil Sharma and Bharti Singh. He said, 'Kapil Sharma rose to fame after he appeared in the show Laughter Challenge. Later, he was exploited in Comedy Circus, he didn't have an identity of his own.' He added, 'After my Bigg Boss stint, Kapil Sharma came to me and said, 'Paaji, I have a request. If you will agree to be part of my show, they will give me an independent show.' I was like who, 'He said Raj Nayak sahab'. Raj Nayak was the head of Colors back then. He wanted me to be the judge of the show. He wanted me as he wanted to increase the channel's TRP. We met over breakfast and I agreed to do it.' Sidhu shared that he actively took part in suggesting ideas to Kapil for his independent show and took credit in making it a huge success. 'I suggested Kapil Sharma to work on the show's format and how he should present it. When I came, we didn't have any guest. I suggested him to bring Dharmendra on show, and he did. When he came and shared rare anecdotes from his life and journey as an actor, it took the show's TRP to another level. I had to leave the show for political reasons. Ever since, people missed me on the show and requested me to be back on the show.' Sidhu said it was the audience love that has brought his life to full circle with him once again returning to the show. 'On public demand, I made a rare appearance on the show with my wife and the amount of love I received was overwhelming. Now, that I am returning to the show it is like a home run for me. Ghar wapsi.' ALSO READ | Arbaaz Khan confirms wife Sshura's pregnancy, embracing fatherhood at 57: 'Becoming a dad after a long gap is a…' In the same vlog, Sidhu also shared how he requested Netflix to keep Archana Puran Singh in the show despite his return. 'When it came to Archana Puran Singh, I just said one thing, 'I am a devotee of Goddess Durga, how can I be the reason for her losing her job?' I requested the makers to keep and her and now we will both appear on the show together. We are finally back together. All of us, Sunil Grover, Krushna Abhishek, we are all part of the same engine.' Two days ago, the makers of The Great Indian Kapil Show took to Netflix's official Instagram handle to share the return of Navjot Singh Sidhu. Sharing a video featuring Kapil Sharma, Archana Puran Singh and Navjot Singh Sidhu, the makers wrote, 'Ek kursi paaji ke liye please. Har Funnyvaar Badhega Humara Parivaar with the comeback of Navjot Singh Sidhu & Archana Puran Singh. Watch them in the new season of The Great Indian Kapil Show, streaming from 21st June, at 8 PM only on Netflix.' The news attracted a lot of attention from fans who expressed their excitement for the return of Navjot Singh Sidhu. The former cricketer resigned the show in 2019 after his comment on the Pulwama attack received severe backlash. The new season of the show will premiere on June 21.
Indian Express
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Parmeet Sethi credits wife Archana Puran Singh for teaching him to laugh at himself: ‘She sits on that chair, takes punches…'
Archana Puran Singh has always been a good sport when it comes to being at the receiving end of jokes, be it on Comedy Circus, or her stint on Kapil Sharma's shows. In Archana's family vlogs, the actor's husband Parmeet Sethi is seen cracking poor jokes (PJs) and making fun of himself, leaving those around him in splits. Now, in an exclusive interview with SCREEN, Paremeet revealed that his wife Archana is the inspiration behind his attitude. During the conversation, Parmeet was asked about laughing at himself and indulging in self-depreciating humour in the vlogs. He replied, 'That is something which I realised that if you want to crack jokes, then you should also be able to take jokes. It cannot be a one-way street. That is something I have also learned from Archana. When she sits on the chair and takes punches, it's not a serious thing to feel bad about. It's fun.' The Dil Dhadakne Do actor added, 'You have to poke fun at something or someone. Vo nahi hoga toh life mein fun rahega hi kahan. So, if you want to have fun in life, stop being so serious about everything or taking things to heart. Take it lightly, have fun. I have started enjoying my life much more since the time I have started cracking jokes, having fun, and being relaxed about things. It kind of permeates into the rest of your life as well.' ALSO READ | Archana Puran Singh, Parmeet Sethi travelled by business class, made sons fly economy: 'We made a rule, they had to earn it' Parmeet Sethi also shared that it helped change the perception people had of him. 'My conversations with people are more pleasant. People used to think that I am a very serious guy. Now they think that I am a funny guy. So, everything changes. Why not have fun in daily life? Why should you only keep it for the time you are watching a comedy film?' the actor concluded. On the work front, Parmeet Sethi will next be seen in the new season of Special Ops. On the other hand, Archana Puran Singh last featured in Nadaaniyan, with Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor. She has the upcoming season of The Great Indian Kapil Show in her kitty.
