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6 hours ago
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Nia Sharma Brings Glam To The Premiere Of First Copy In White Lace Outfit
Last Updated: Nia Sharma cheered for her friend Krystle Dsouza at First Copy's premiere night in Mumbai. Leave it to Nia Sharma, and she will turn heads with every one of her red carpet appearances. On Thursday, June 19, she attended the premiere of MX Player's new series First Copy. Nia arrived at the event to cheer for her close friend, actress Krystle Dsouza, who is a part of the show. And she showed up in impeccable style, turning the red carpet into her personal runway. For the event, Nia looked effortlessly chic in an all-white outfit. She wore an off-shoulder lace top with a matching mini skirt and shoes. The actress carried a brown bag to add the perfect contrast to her look. With a sleek bun, a few pieces of dainty jewellery and a glamorous touch of makeup, she completed her look. View this post on Instagram A post shared by (@tellychakkar) Later in the night, Nia took to her Instagram account to give a shoutout to her friend Krystle for her new show First Copy. FYI, both Nia and Krystle had worked together on the popular TV show Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai. The actresses not only captivated the viewers with their on-screen sisterly bond but also with their real-life friendship afterwards. Sharing a selfie video with Krystle from the premiere event, Nia wrote, 'Krystle Dsouza dressed up n howww. Her series #Firstcopy is out on MXplayer Amazon Prime. Do watch it," followed by a hand heart emoticon. Besides Krystle, First Copy, directed by Farhan Zamma, also features Munawar Faruqui in his debut role, Gulshan Grover, Saqib Ayub, Ashi Singh, Meiyang Chang, Inam Ul Haq and Raza Murad. Set in the '90s, the web series revolves around the life of Arif, a spirited and sharp-witted young man whose street-smart instincts lead him into the murky world of film piracy. The show was released on MX Player on June 20. Speaking of Nia Sharma's work front, the actress is currently keeping her fans entertained with her stint in Laughter Chefs 2. She joined the ongoing season after Mannara Chopra's exit following its extension. First Published:
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6 hours ago
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‘Aaja Meri Frame Mein': Bhuvan Bam Drags Munawar Faruqui At First Copy Event
Last Updated: During the special screening of First Copy, Munawar Faruqui was joined by some of his close friends from the industry, including BB ki Vines star Bhuvan Bam. Munawar Faruqui, who rose to fame after Bigg Boss 17, is all set to make his OTT debut with First Copy, created by Farhan P Zamma. Set in the 1990s, the series explores the era's love for movies and the growing concern of piracy that troubled the film industry. A special screening of the show was recently held, where Munawar was joined by close industry friends, including YouTube star Bhuvan Bam. A paparazzi video from the event has been winning hearts online. In it, Bhuvan is seen stepping onto the red carpet and calling Munawar to join him. Initially hesitant, Munawar is pulled in by Bhuvanxq and the two pose together for the cameras. Their candid laughs and friendly bond before leaving the red carpet have been getting lots of love from fans. View this post on Instagram A post shared by (@tellychakkar) As per Amazon, talking about his character, Munawar Faruqui said, 'First Copy is that underdog story and extremely special to me as it marks my acting debut in a series. Playing the role of Arif was an interesting challenge; he's full of life and has his flaws, but is someone with big dreams. Growing up, films were a huge part of my world, and this story took me back to those days. It's a mix of nostalgia, hustle, and emotion, and I'm excited for the audience to see this new side of me." According to the official synopsis, 'Arif, a spirited young man whose magnetic charm and street-smart instinct lead him to a world where film dreams are copied, consumed, and capitalised. As ambitions grow, so do the emotional costs. First Copy is set against a cultural landscape that reflects real issues of accessibility, nostalgia, and the value of original creation. In an age where digital consumption is reshaping entertainment, the series offers a reflection on why supporting legal, creator-first content matters more than ever." Other than Munawar Faruqui, First Copy also stars Krystle D'Souza, Gulshan Grover, Saqib Ayub, Ashi Singh, Meiyang Chang, Inam Ul Haq and Raza Murad. The show starts streaming on June 20 on Amazon MX Player for free. First Published:
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8 hours ago
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Rapper Khanzaadi's Birthday Just Turned Into A Mini Bigg Boss Reunion
A clip posted by Karan Veer Mehra saw Khanzaadi overjoyed with the love as her friends from Bigg Boss 17 fed her a delectable-looking cake. Rapper Khanzaadi rang in her birthday on June 19 with a cozy celebration alongside her Bigg Boss fam. Keeping it low-key yet full of love, the party saw close friends like Isha Malviya and Ankita Lokhande in attendance. Actor Karan Veer Mehra also joined the bash and shared a series of adorable photos and videos on Instagram, capturing the warmth of the evening. One heartwarming clip showed Khanzaadi beaming with joy as her friends lovingly fed her a mouthwatering cake, all while the group sang a cheerful rendition of 'Happy Birthday" in the background—making the moment extra special. Style was on point too! Isha looked effortlessly cute in a pink and white chequered outfit as she captured the fun on her phone. Ankita brought the glam in a stunning butter-yellow, body-hugging dress, while the birthday girl herself kept it cool and comfy in a blue top paired with relaxed blue jeans—perfect for a chill birthday vibe with her closest crew. In the subsequent post on Instagram stories, Karan posed for a selfie with Ankita Lokhande, Isha Malviya and Khanzaadi. The group flashed quirky expressions for the photo and their camaraderie – was on point. Well, we are convinced they had a blast last night. Meanwhile, Abhishek Kumar and Samarth Jurel decided to skip Khanzaadi's birthday celebration for Munawar Faruqui's First Copy premiere. FYI, both Abhishek and Samarth share a great bond with Khanzaadi. Coming back to Khanzaadi, the rapper rose to fame after her appearance in Bigg Boss 17. In the show, she emerged as one of the strongest contestants but was eliminated a few weeks before the finale. After the successful stint in the reality show, she took some time out to make her comeback. Revealing the reason behind the same, she told ETimes, 'It wasn't easy, and it required dedication, hard work, and a clear vision of what I wanted to achieve. I took the time to rebuild myself, staying disciplined and resilient even when things got tough. Every challenge became fuel for me to push harder and hone my skills." First Published:
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12 hours ago
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Munawar Faruqui Walks Hand-In-Hand With Wife Mehzabeen At First Copy's Launch
Last Updated: Munawar, who is making his acting debut with First Copy, was seen posing with his wife at the launch event. Guess who Munawar Faruqui's date was at the premiere of his show, First Copy? None other than his wife, Mehzabeen Coatwala. The couple, who got married last year, kept their marriage away from the spotlight for the longest. But all that changed when the stand-up comedian decided to pose hand-in-hand with his wife on the red carpet of the event, much to the delight of his fans. Munawar, who is making his acting debut with First Copy, was seen warmly welcoming his wife before the paparazzi. In the clip from the event on Thursday, June 19, Mehzabeen, with a broad smile on her face, joined her husband, and the couple posed for the camera briefly before heading inside. Their sweet moment on the red carpet surely stole the limelight, making the premiere night all the more memorable. For his big day, Munawar chose a stylish green suit paired with a black shirt and tinted glasses. Meanwhile, his wife looked stunning in a brown floor-length gown, featuring dramatic sleeves. She completed her elegant look for the event with a sleek ponytail and glamorous makeup. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) FYI, Munawar and Mehzabeen got married in a private ceremony in Mumbai on May 26 last year. The comedian was married to Jasmine before marrying Mehzabeen. The former couple shares a seven-year-old son named Mikael. Meanwhile, Mehzabeen has a daughter from her first marriage. On the work front, Munawar, who has been a popular face in reality TV shows, is debuting in the world of acting with the series First Copy. The actor recently reflected on his first on-screen role, and said, 'This is a completely new world for me, and I'm honestly just grateful for the love and encouragement I've received so far. First Copy is my first step into acting, and I've tried to give it everything I've got." He added that he was 'nervous, excited, and really looking forward to seeing how the audience reacts." First Copy, set in the 1990s, revolves around the life of Arif, a spirited and sharp-witted young man whose street-smart instincts lead him into the murky world of film piracy. Besides Munawar, First Copy also features Krystle D'Souza, Gulshan Grover, Saqib Ayub, Ashi Singh, Meiyang Chang, Inam Ul Haq and Raza Murad. First Copy will stream on Amazon MX Player from June 20. First Published:
India Today
4 days ago
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First Copy trailer: Munawar Faruqui plays piracy kingpin in nostalgic series
Stand up comedian Munawar Faruqui, who won shows like Bigg Boss 17 and 'Lock Up 1' is set to showcase his acting skills in his debut OTT series, 'First Copy.' The trailer of the series was released online on Monday, and it seems like the audiences are in for an exciting ride in the 90s, the trailer follows the journey of Munawar as Arif emerging as the kingpin of film piracy. Troubles mount for Arif as his activities gain the attention of law enforcement agencies and Bollywood celebrities, leading to a high-octane cat-and-mouse chase. The romantic arc between him and his on-screen partner (played by Ashi Singh) is another highlight of the The trailer is packed with nostalgia, entertainment, romance and drama, making it a promising binge-watch. 'First Copy' also features Gulshan Grover, Krystle Dsouza, Ashi Singh and Saqib Ayub in prominent roles. Directed by Farhan P Zamma and produced under the banner of Salt Media and RVCJ, 'First Copy' will stream on Amazon MX Player from June Faruqui spoke about his character in a statement and expressed that 'First Copy' is extremely special to him as it marks his acting debut in a series. He admitted that playing the role of Arif was an interesting challenge as he's full of life, has his flaws, but is someone with big dreams. The 33-year-old added that films were a huge part of his world growing up, and this story took him back to those actor Gulshan Grover also spoke about his character and said, 'Playing Mahesh Kumar was like revisiting an era I've personally witnessed evolving." Gulshan added that his character is commanding, calculative, and has built his world on influence and Kyrstle Dsouza said she plays the role of Mona, who is a woman who wears different masks. She expressed that it was refreshing for her to portray a woman who refuses to disappear despite the world telling her that she's past her prime. She added 'First Copy' gave her the space to portray those quiet emotions.
