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Pink Villa
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Is Diana Penty planning to marry BF Harsh Sagar after 12 years of live-in relationship? Cocktail actress REACTS
Cocktail fame Diana Penty has opened up about her relationship status, breaking the hearts of millions of her fans. The actress has spilled the beans about her 12-year-old relationship with her boyfriend, Harsh Sagar, and has confirmed that they are in a live-in relationship. Talking about her marriage plans, the actress shared that she's not in any hurry. During an interview with Hauterrfly, Diana shared that she's not single. "I will not go on a rooftop and start giving speech about it, but I've been with my partner for 12 years now, and we've known each other for 22 years. So, half of our lives, we have known each other. We are really good friends," she said. The actress also added that she's married in her head even though they haven't tied the knot yet. Explaining her decision, Penty shared that it doesn't make any difference because we respect the relationship in the same way. The Detective Sherdil star candidly talked about why she's not in any hurry to get married. Praising the families on both sides, she said that they are "very chill" and respect the bond they share as a couple. For them, it's like, "Your happiness is most important." Diana shared that she and her boyfriend are not against the concept of marriage. "We live together, have a dog together, everybody knows we are together, so there's no rush," she made her point. On the work front, her latest film, Detective Sherdil, a mystery-comedy, features her alongside Diljit Dosanjh, Banita Sandhu, Boman Irani, and others. Directed by Ravi Chhabriya and produced by Ali Abbas Zafar, the film started streaming on Zee5 from June 20, 2025. Earlier this year, she was also seen in Vicky Kaushal-led Chhaava and Aaman Devgan and Rasha Thadani starrer Azaad. She will next be seen in Section 84, alongside Amitabh Bachchan, Nimrat Kaur, and Abhishek Banerjee. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more cinema-related updates.
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First Post
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
Diana Penty on 'Chhaava': 'It's important to have both sides so that...'
The action drama, based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj played by Vicky Kaushal became the highest-grossing Hindi film this year by earning over Rs. 600 crores at the box office in India after its release in February. read more Diana Penty, who played a Mughal princess in 'Chhaava', a film that was a box office hit but also received backlash for its depiction of certain historical events, says it is important to have both success and criticism for artists to grow. The action drama, based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj played by Vicky Kaushal became the highest-grossing Hindi film this year by earning over Rs. 600 crores at the box office in India after its release in February. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'I think that's the case with all films where everybody has mixed opinions, some like it, some don't, to each their own. Like, I might not walk into a theatre and like the film that I'm watching, but that doesn't mean that it's not a good film or that it won't find its audience. 'It's important to have both sides so that actors or makers can do better the next time or change certain things. Every time I watch a film that I've done before, I'm like, I could have done that better. I'm a huge critic of my work,' Penty, whose latest work is ' Detective Sherdill ', told PTI in an interview. In ' Chhaava ', the 39-year-old actor played the role of Zinat-un-Nissa Begum, the second daughter of Emperor Aurangzeb. Penty said there were people who liked her portrayal and then there were some who didn't. 'But for me, what I liked about this character was that I had very little to say, and that gave me another challenge. There was so much power in the silences, and that's not easy to do. There are a lot of internal emotional thoughts and feelings that you want to show without words. It is not something I had done before. So, I looked at the positive side of it,' Penty, who has garnered praise for her work in films like 'Cocktail', 'Happy Bhag Jayegi', and 'Parmanu', said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The actor said she feels blessed to be part of a movie like 'Chhaava', which brought historical narratives to contemporary audiences. 'It was an interesting script from the point of view of just telling our history. We had learned it in high school, which was being represented on screen. It was something that I had to be part of. Working with Maddock, with whom I started my journey, is special, and I wanted to work with Laxman , sir,' she said. Penty has a slew of interesting projects in the pipeline, including web series 'Daring Partners', with Tamannaah Bhatia and Nakuul Mehta and a thriller drama film 'Section 84', co-starring Amitabh Bachchan, Nimrat Kaur and Abhishek Banerjee. The actor is most excited about her collaboration with Bachchan on 'Section 84' and described the experience of working with him as 'incredible.'
Hindustan Times
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Important to have both success and criticism: Diana Penty on 'Chhaava'
Mumbai, Actor Diana Penty, who played a Mughal princess in "Chhaava", a film that was a box office hit but also received backlash for its depiction of certain historical events, says it is important to have both success and criticism for artists to grow. The action drama, based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj played by Vicky Kaushal became the highest-grossing Hindi film this year by earning over Rs. 600 crores at the box office in India after its release in February. "I think that's the case with all films where everybody has mixed opinions, some like it, some don't, to each their own. Like, I might not walk into a theatre and like the film that I'm watching, but that doesn't mean that it's not a good film or that it won't find its audience. "It's important to have both sides so that actors or makers can do better the next time or change certain things. Every time I watch a film that I've done before, I'm like, I could have done that better. I'm a huge critic of my work,' Penty, whose latest work is 'Detective Sherdill', told PTI in an interview. In 'Chhaava', the 39-year-old actor played the role of Zinat-un-Nissa Begum, the second daughter of Emperor Aurangzeb. Penty said there were people who liked her portrayal and then there were some who didn't. "But for me, what I liked about this character was that I had very little to say, and that gave me another challenge. There was so much power in the silences, and that's not easy to do. There are a lot of internal emotional thoughts and feelings that you want to show without words. It is not something I had done before. So, I looked at the positive side of it,' Penty, who has garnered praise for her work in films like 'Cocktail', 'Happy Bhag Jayegi', and 'Parmanu', said. The actor said she feels blessed to be part of a movie like 'Chhaava', which brought historical narratives to contemporary audiences. 'It was an interesting script from the point of view of just telling our history. We had learned it in high school, which was being represented on screen. It was something that I had to be part of. Working with Maddock, with whom I started my journey, is special, and I wanted to work with Laxman , sir," she said. Penty has a slew of interesting projects in the pipeline, including web series 'Daring Partners', with Tamannaah Bhatia and Nakuul Mehta and a thriller drama film 'Section 84', co-starring Amitabh Bachchan, Nimrat Kaur and Abhishek Banerjee. The actor is most excited about her collaboration with Bachchan on 'Section 84' and described the experience of working with him as 'incredible.' 'It truly was a masterclass watching him in action. It was one of those films where, because you were opposite such a fine actor, your performance automatically improved. Like, being in that moment and just reacting to the person in front of you, and when he is that person, it just gives you so much more to play with and watch the way he brings nuances, and it's just so real." 'Detective Sherdill' is produced by Ali Abbas Zafar and Himanshu Mehra, and directed by debutant Ravi Chhabriya. It was released on Friday on ZEE5. The film also features Diljit Dosanjh, Banita Sandhu, Sumeet Vyas, and Chunky Pandey among others.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Amitabh Bachchan shares post on fans braving rain outside Jalsa: ‘Bohut kaha ki ghar jao, lekin nahi…'
Every Sunday, a sea of fans gathers outside Amitabh Bachchan's Mumbai residence, Jalsa, hoping to catch a glimpse of the megastar. The actor also doesn't shy away from coming outside and greeting them warmly. Recently, Amitabh shared that several fans visited his house last Sunday, despite heavy rainfall in Mumbai. Taking to his blog, Big B wrote that he bowed down to thank those fans and prayed for them. The actor took to his blog and shared a series of photos of himself waving to fans, with many people standing in the rain outside his house. 'Musla dhar barish, lekin woh khade rahe, ade rahe. Iss sneh ka mere paas koi uttar nahi, na koi shabd (It was torrential rains but they stood there, didn't budge. I don't have any answer to this love, no words),' he wrote. Amitabh Bachchan also mentioned that he even requested fans to go back home as it was raining, but they stood there firmly. 'Bas Ishwar ki kripa bani rahe-mujh par nahi-unpar jinka sneh koi bhi barish rok nahi sakti. Bohut kaha ki ghar jao, paani baras raha hai, lekin nahi. Khade rahe, ade rahe. Main natmastak hoon unke saamne (Let God's grace be there, not on me, but on those whose love can't be stopped by any rain. I asked them to go home, it's raining, but no, they stood there. I bow down to them).' Big B added. ALSO READ | Amitabh Bachchan reveals 'a dear friend lost her son suddenly', fans believe he's talking about Sunjay Kapur: 'Unimaginable grief' The actor thanked them and continued, 'The rain in the most heavy downpour .. and they stand there in disciplined respect .. no not they .. I .. I express my respect to them ..from adjoining buildings they wave their love .. i try to notice them .. and ever attempt .. they acknowledge .. it is a moving feel.' 'I do not wish to turn away .. but the rain .. they are getting wet .. when I turn away they shall too and avoid getting wet .. This be my home , my place , my residence .. for years it has been the gateway for the thousands that come – just for a glance ! This be the blessings of the Almighty .. may this affection and love from them, ever be .. my respect and my love ever,' he concluded the blog post. On the work front, Amitabh Bachchan has films like Section 84, the sequel of Kalki 2898 AD, and Brahmastra Part 2: Dev in the pipeline. He will also be seen in the next season of Kaun Banega Crorepati this year.
Indian Express
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Amitabh Bachchan was accused by director for setting a ‘bad precedent, spoiling work template' by completing 7 projects in 2 hours: ‘If you finish an entire day's work in…'
Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan is known for being quite active and honest on social media. From witty tweets on X to his Tumblr blog, he also keeps sharing memories of his initial days in the film industry. In his latest blog, Amitabh shared that he completed shooting 'five ad films and two photoshoots' in just around two hours, with the director jokingly saying that he was setting a 'bad precedent' for other people. Taking to his blog, Amitabh wrote, 'Working away .. and the joy of it .. did 5 films and 2 photo shoots in about 2 hrs…of course they were for an Ad., for a client endorsement .. ! but still !!' The actor further added that he finished the work so fast that the crew and director were left shocked. 'The crew and friend director tells me – 'I am spoiling the work template of work' ….they told me …'if you are going to finish an entire days work in one 4rth of half a day then, your client shall give more films to be made in the one day designated, and that shall set a bad precedent .. for all ' !!Oh .. I just love this .. !!!!' he said. ALSO READ | Amitabh Bachchan shuts down trolls taking digs at his late-night tweets, responds to 'umar ho gayi hai': 'Mere maran ki baat karne ke liye…' Amitabh Bachchan also revealed that he would just do it to make the life of the workers easier. 'But the expediency of the work is helping the Producer and the crew .. I would rather do that for the benefit of the worker, than myself… many a times they ask me what I have seen as change in the Film World .. and I have many changes noticed,' he stated. However, he didn't elaborate on the industry changes as it can be used to 'attract a headline'. 'BUT .. NO .. I shall not say it here , because this communication Universe has been besieged by the – IMPOTENCY OF CONTENT .. HAHAHAHA .. EACH EXPRESSION SHALL BE GIVEN A DIFFERENT MEANING IN ORDER TO ATTRACT A HEADLINE (sic).' The Sholay actor concluded his blog by stating that he enjoys doing his work. 'The work is so rewarding,' he wrote. Even after a career of several decades, he continues to feel happy in every role and shoot. Meanwhile, on the work front, Amitabh Bachchan was last seen in Vettaiyan in 2024, which starred Rajinikanth in the lead role. The actor has many other movies in the pipeline – Section 84, the sequel of Kalki 2898 AD, and Brahmastra Part 2: Dev. He will also come back for the next season of Kaun Banega Crorepati, later this year.
