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News18
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
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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:
News18
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
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:
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive! Munawar Faruqui on celebrating Eid with wife and family: It feels special now; says he and wife met "at the right time"
Munawar Faruqui; PC: Tejas Kudtarkar In Junagadh, a young Munawar Faruqui would eagerly await Eid —not just for the celebrations, but for the joy of receiving Eidi from his elders and donning new clothes. Years later, now settled in a posh Mumbai apartment, Munawar's excitement for Eid remains just as vibrant, though the roles have beautifully reversed—he's now the one giving Eidi. As the nation comes alive with festivities, the former Bigg Boss winner sits down with Bombay Times to share his heartfelt reflections on Eid, family, and the traditions that continue to shape his life. 'Eid is the number one festival for me' Eid, for Munawar, is much more than a festival—it's the pinnacle of celebration, a time to bond with family and spread happiness. 'Eid is the most celebrated festival and the number one festival for me. Eid for me is always with the family and distributing food,' Munawar tells us. As a child, Eidi was a treasured part of Eid, a moment to feel valued and excited about new beginnings. 'We would look forward to Eidi which will range from one rupee to ten. And the uncle who would give us ten rupees would be revered the most (laughs). We would aim to collect at least Rs 100-120. All the boys would wear new clothes, and then go to a mela near our village. The next day we would collect more money and go to a waterpark. So, it used to be a two-day festivity. And those were some of the most beautiful days, where we would just be happy,' Munawar recalls. Now, Munawar experiences the joy from the other side of tradition—giving Eidi and spreading happiness himself. 'The tables have turned,' he says, adding, 'And it is beautiful. I feel very blessed that I am able to help or give people Eidi. Eidi is not a few bucks, but it is happiness. Whenever I give Eidi to the younger ones, I see myself in them. It would take me back to my young days.' The festival is also a reminder to be grateful. Munawar, who started his career as a standup comedian, admits he has a lot to be grateful about. 'When I used to go school, I would hop on a friend's cycle. Once his mother taunted me, and since then I started walking to the school. I used to pray to God that I just need a cycle. I would pray that I just need a cycle and I don't want anything else. And when my cycle got repaired, I used to feel I have everything. I was happy with just a cycle, so now everything is a bonus. I am the happiest. I often I sit in my apartment, and it clicks me where I am; I admire everything about life,' the Malaal singer shares. 'Eid ki biryani ka swaad hi alag hai' Munawar Faruqui; PC: Tejas Kudtarkar While Munawar claims he can make anything, and loves cooking, he avoids making anything on Eid. 'I don't experiment on Eid,' he quips. He adds, 'I love eating biryani any day, anywhere. But the biryani that is made on Eid is different. Eid ki biryani ka swaad alag hai, when you eat with your family and it is made in such large portions. I love Sheer khurma, but I prefer it when it is a day old as the mile gets thicker. So, my wife makes fresh Sheer khurma just the way I like it. She keeps the consistency exactly the way I prefer.' 'It was important for both of us to meet at the right time' This is Munawar's second Eid with his wife – makeup artist Mehzabeen Coatwala. Munawar praises his wife's role in organizing Eid, especially taking care of the shopping. 'My wife has taken care of that department really very well of shopping. She is very organized. She takes care of herself and the kids,' he mentions. As the family of four – the two have two children – celebrates Eid this year, Munawar states, 'We were together last year together. And it feels special now. Last two years, I would go to my sister's place for Eid. But this time everyone is going to come to my place for Eid. Now my family is here. So, forty people will be here and we will throw a dawaat.' Talking about finding his true companion, Munawar states it is all about the timing. 'There comes a time, when you get better with relationships, and understanding people. You aren't immature anymore; you don't look for relationships that you aren't sure where they will take you. So, with time, age, and experience, you understand what a life partner is and how important they are. It was important for both of us to meet at the right time. Also, to find your destination, you need to go through the journey. Sometimes the journey can be beautiful, and sometimes it can be bad. However, even the bad ones turn out to be beautiful. Some people find their destination sooner and some later. Hume thoda waqt laga but it is a good ending. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages and quotes !
News18
05-06-2025
- Politics
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Why Did Bajrang Dal Object To Munawar Faruqui's Presence At World Environment Day Event?
In January 2021, Madhya Pradesh police arrested Munawar Faruqui after complaints were filed against him, accusing him of mocking Hindu deities at a show. Munawar Faruqui was recently dropped from a World Environment Day event in Mumbai after Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad activists objected to his presence and threatened to disrupt the program if Faruqui attended. The event was scheduled to take place in Mumbai's Bandra area and was also supposed to be attended by the Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. It aimed to create awareness about environmental pollution caused by the littering of plastic waste. However, hours ahead of the event, the VHP and Bajrang Dal wrote to the local police, asking them to inform the organisers to drop Faruqui from the function. It should be noted that both these groups have accused the stand-up comedian of hurting Hindu sentiments in the past. 'We are opposing this person. We had requested that law and order should not be disrupted and the administration should immediately talk to the head of this organisation and stop this person from coming to the programme; otherwise Bajrang Dal will play its role and protest," Gautam Ravaria, Konkan province co-convenor of Bajrang Dal, said. In January 2021, Madhya Pradesh police arrested Munawar Faruqui after complaints were filed against him, accusing him of mocking Hindu deities at a show. The comedian spent a month in jail and was later granted bail. In September 2024 too, Munawar Faruqui left Delhi in haste over a potential threat to life. Reportedly, Munawar, who was in the national capital for the Entertainers Cricket League, left for Mumbai after Delhi Police received intelligence about a potential threat to the comedian's life. Police officials got a hint about the potential threat when they were interrogating the suspects in another shooting case in New Delhi. During questioning, the suspects disclosed that they had been instructed to conduct reconnaissance of the hotel, where Munawar was staying, for a targeted murder. Following the intelligence input, a search operation was conducted at the IGI indoor stadium and the hotel. Reportedly, Munawar was staying on the first floor of the hotel and his room was also examined by cops. On the work front, Munawar Faruqui was recently seen as a special guest on Laughter Chefs season 2. First Published:
News18
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Karan Veer Mehra, Shehnaaz Gill Attend Munawar Faruqui's Comedy Show: ‘Kamaal Hai'
It's always a treat to see a bunch of celebrities under one roof, and this time was no different! Recently, television stars including Karan Veer Mehra, Krystle D'Souza, Shehnaaz Gill, and more, gathered to enjoy Munawar Faruqui's stand-up comedy show in Bigg Boss 18 winner shared several pictures from the show on his Instagram stories. Impressed by Munawar's performance, he praised him and even posed for a photograph together. Karan Veer Mehra first shared a picture of him posing with Shehnaaz Gill, Krystle D'Souza and Samarth Jurel as they settled in to watch Munawar's show. In his next story, he posted a shot of Munawar on stage, followed by a photo with the comedian, where he praised him with the caption, 'Bhai tu kamaal hai.' Meanwhile, Shehnaaz Gill shared a group photo with Karan Veer, Munawar, Kubbra Sait, Krystle, and others, writing, 'Kya show tha dost,' to applaud Munawar's performance. Check out the pictures from their fun outing below!
