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Riteish Deshmukh's Shout Out To Wife Genelia D'Souza On Sitaare Zameen Par Success: "I'm Happy And A Proud Husband"
New Delhi: Actor-director Riteish Deshmukh expressed his happiness over the positive response to his wife Genelia Deshmukh's latest film, Sitaare Zameen Par, which has opened to positive reviews and strong box office numbers. What On Sunday, Riteish shared a family photo on social media, featuring himself, Genelia and their children, along with a heartfelt message. He wrote, "Waking up smiling to great reviews and box office collections of #sitaarezameenpar ..... happy & a proud husband..... congratulations Baiko @geneliad." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Riteish Deshmukh (@riteishd) Background Riteish has been actively promoting the film and cheering for Genelia on social media. During the film's special screening, he stepped aside to let Genelia pose with Aamir Khan. A few days earlier, the Housefull 5 actor posted an appreciation note on Instagram, encouraging audiences to watch the film. He wrote, "Please do yourself a favour - go watch the best film of the year! #SitaareZameenPar is not just a movie, it's an experience. It makes you laugh, it makes you cry - and by the time it ends, it leaves you a better human being. The true 'sitaares' of this film are the children - absolutely phenomenal performances that steal your heart and never let go." Riteish also praised Aamir Khan's performance, writing, "Aamir Khan once again proves why he's one of the finest actors this country has ever seen. His performance is deeply layered, incredibly nuanced, and profoundly moving." Speaking about Genelia, he added, "@geneliad is pure magic on screen. She lights up every frame with her presence - her eyes say everything, and I say this not just as a husband, but as a genuine fan of her craft." Sitaare Zameen Par, starring Genelia opposite Aamir Khan, released in theatres on June 20, 2025. The film has been lauded for its emotional storytelling and strong performances. In A Nutshell Riteish Deshmukh celebrated the success of Sitaare Zameen Par with a heartfelt social media post, praising his wife, Genelia Deshmukh, for her performance and the film's strong reception. He called her "pure magic on screen" and applauded Aamir Khan's nuanced role. The film was released in theatres on June 20, 2025.
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3 hours ago
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Maharaj Director Backs Deepika Padukone's 8-Hour Workday Request: "Rani, Kajol Did It Long Before It Became A Debate"
New Delhi: As conversations around work-life balance and regulated shooting hours continue to grow in the film industry, filmmaker Siddharth P. Malhotra has shared his thoughts on the ongoing debate around 8-hour work shifts. What Recalling his own experiences, Siddharth pointed out that actors like Rani Mukerji and Kajol have long followed structured 8-hour workdays. He cited the example of Hichki, a film that was completed in just 28 days. The director said discipline and coordination on set are key, regardless of the number of working hours. "Every film has its own requirement. We shot Hichki with Rani and the kids in 28 days with 8-hour shifts. Everyone, from actors to spot boys-was aligned. Kajol used to do 8-hour shifts even back in 2010. Rani does it too. So what Deepika is saying isn't new. If a director needs a certain actor and they can only give 6 hours a day-so be it. It's about aligning expectations. It's not about ego; it's about efficiency," Siddharth told IANS. Background The 8-hour work shift discussion gained attention after reports surfaced about Deepika Padukone being "dropped" from the film Spirit. The actress was initially cast opposite Prabhas but reportedly was dropped from the project due to disagreements over various demands. These included a profit-sharing model, a fixed 8-hour workday, and other terms that did not align with the vision of director Sandeep Reddy Vanga. Following her exit, Triptii Dimri was brought in as the new lead. Siddharth also addressed the issue of pay disparity in the industry. The Maharaj director said that while the conversation around equal pay has been going on for years, there has been some progress. He noted that actors like Deepika Padukone and Alia Bhatt are now among the highest-paid stars in the business. "The truth is, pay depends on your star power. The first few days of a film rely on the actor's draw. After that, it's the director's job to sustain interest. It's not just about gender- it's about economics. If an actor brings in a strong opening, they deserve that pay. It's business logic," he added. In A Nutshell Filmmaker Siddharth P. Malhotra has addressed the 8-hour shift debate, saying actors like Rani Mukerji and Kajol have followed such schedules for years. He added that efficiency and alignment matter more than ego. He also noted that actor pay is based on star power and box office draw, not just gender.
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a day ago
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Priya Sachdev's Old Post For Husband Sunjay Kapur Resurfaces After His Death: "Always Knew You Could..."
New Delhi: Businessman and Karisma Kapoor's ex-husband Sunjay Kapur died on June 12 after suffering a heart attack during a polo match in London. He was 53. What's Happening Following his death, an old anniversary post by his wife, Priya Sachdev Kapur, resurfaced on social media. In a heartfelt anniversary message, she wrote, "Happy anniversary, my handsome husband. Love you unconditionally. I always knew you could run together, we fly! With you, life has been filled with laughter, happiness, excitement, adventure and madness! You make me my better you for always being there for me and, most importantly, for us! (sic)." Background Reports indicated that Sunjay suffered a heart attack after swallowing a bee during the match. This was later confirmed by business consultant Suhel Seth. Sources said that Kapur began to feel suffocated and asked to stop the game. He stepped out of the field and later suffered a heart attack. Sunjay was playing polo at the Guards Polo Club and was part of the team Aureus, which he also patronised. The match was against Sujan, a team run by hotelier Jaisal Singh. His last rites were reportedly delayed due to legal formalities linked to his US citizenship. Ashok Sachdev, Sunjay's father-in-law, earlier told NDTV that once the necessary paperwork is completed, his body will be brought to India for the final rites. Sunjay Kapur married Priya Sachdev in 2017. They have a son, Azarias, who was born in December 2016. He was previously married to Karisma Kapoor from 2003 and got divorced in 2016. The couple has two children - Samaira, born in 2005, and Kiaan, born in 2011. Before his marriage to Karisma, Sunjay was married to fashion designer Nandita Mahtani. In A Nutshell Sunjay Kapur died on June 12 after suffering a heart attack during a polo match in London. After his death, an old anniversary post by his wife, Priya Sachdev Kapur, resurfaced on social media.
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2 days ago
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Watch: Salman Khan's Bodyguard Blocks Junaid Khan From Approaching The Star At The Sitaare Zameen Par Premiere
New Delhi: At the grand premiere of Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par yesterday, Salman Khan's bodyguard mistook Junaid Khan as a fan. Aamir Khan's son, Junaid, was escorting Salman Khan to the venue. Not recognising him, Salman Khan's bodyguard stopped the Loveyapa actor from approaching the Sikandar actor. What's Happening Salman Khan was seen attending the premiere of Aamir Khan's latest release Sitaare Zameen Par, last evening. In a video that has now gone viral online, Salman Khan's bodyguard was seen stopping Aamir Khan's son Junaid Khan from escorting the 59-year-old actor. Salman and Junaid khan by u/AdUnlikely8132 in BollyBlindsNGossip However, Junaid Khan was seen keeping his calm as he held the bodyguard's hand and smiled back at him. The bodyguard had failed to recognise Junaid Khan as Aamir Khan's son. Sitaare Zameen Par Premiere It was a star-studded affair at the Sitaare Zameen Par screening last evening. Other than Salman Khan, there were several other stars who were in attendance to support Aamir Khan's latest release. Shah Rukh Khan, Rekha, Vicky Kaushal, Shabana Azmi, and Javed Akhtar were also seen gracing the event. Aamir Khan''s girlfriend Gauri Spratt was present too, she walked in hand-in-hand with Aamir Khan at the venue. About Sitaare Zameen Par The film is directed by RS Prasanna and is a spiritual sequel to the 2007 film Taare Zameen Par. The film stars 10 debutants Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar. Genelia Deshmukh is the female lead. The plot of the film revolves around a frustrated basketball coach played by Aamir Khan, who serves community service by training a group of neurodivergent adults. His negative outlook towards life soon begins to transform when he starts learning from his players and navigating life's hurdles. In A Nutshell Aamir Khan's son Junaid Khan was mistaken as a fan at the Sitaare Zameen Par premiere last night by Salman Khan's bodyguard. He was stopped from approaching the Dabangg actor, however, Junaid Khan kept his cool and handled the situation calmly.
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2 days ago
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Suchitra Krishnamoorthi Issues Apology After Being Slammed For Calling Ahmedabad Plane Crash Survivor "Liar"
New Delhi: Actor Suchitra Krishnamoorthi faced backlash on social media after she put out an X post claiming the sole Ahmedabad plane crash survivor Vishwas Kumar Ramesh's survival story as "fake". In an aftermath of the backlash, the Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa actor shared another post, issuing a public apology. What's Happening In a now-deleted X post, Suchitra wrote, "So this #vishwaskumarramesh lied about being a passenger on the plane & the only survivor? This is seriously weird. Didn't his family in the UK corroborate his story? What about his brother's funeral that he was seen giving kandha to? Deserve not only some serious punishment but some mental asylum time if this is true uff." Suchitra's post was "influenced" by social media rumors which claimed his version of escaping the tragedy as "false." Hours later, after being slammed on social media, Suchitra Krishnamoorthi put up another X post and issued an apology. She wrote, "Took out my last tweet on the air India crash survivor. Seems to be false news circulated for God knows what reason. My apologies." Took out my last tweet on the air india crash survivor. Seems to be false news circulated for God knows what reason. My apologies — Suchitra Krishnamoorthi (@suchitrak) June 19, 2025 What We Know About Vishwas Kumar Ramesh Vishwash Kumar Ramesh is the lone survivor of the deadly Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, which claimed at least 260 lives. The 40-year-old is a British national. Vishwash was in the '11A' seat of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner near an emergency exit and he miraculously survived after jumping out of the charred flight. He received medical treatment at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital. Shortly after his discharge, Vishwas was spotted at the last rites of his brother Ajay, who was travelling with him to London in the ill-fated flight. In A Nutshell Actor Suchitra Krishnamoorthi issued a public apology after she was slammed on social media for calling the lone Ahmedabad plane crash survivor Vishwas Kumar Ramesh a "liar".
