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Indian Express
39 minutes ago
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- Indian Express
Shah Rukh Khan's manager denies claims of complaints over Mannat renovation, claims they are following guidelines
Mumbai's iconic sea-facing bungalow Mannat, home to Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, came under scrutiny this week after activist Santosh Daundkar lodged a complaint alleging unauthorized construction. In response, a joint team from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and the forest department visited the premises to inspect potential violations. According to a report by the Times of India, the officials were seen at Mannat, which comprises a heritage structure, Villa Vienna, and a modern multi-storey annexe currently undergoing renovation. Shah Rukh and his family have temporarily moved out during the revamp and are residing in a luxurious four-floor apartment at Puja Casa in Pali Hill, Bandra, owned by film producer Vashu Bhagnani. During the site visit, Shah Rukh Khan's staff received the inspection team and assured them that all relevant permits and documents for the ongoing renovation would be submitted in due course. The actor's long-time manager, Pooja Dadlani, dismissed any allegations of wrongdoing. 'There are no complaints. All work is going on as per guidelines,' she told TOI. A forest department official told the publication the visit saying that a team carried out inspections after they received a complaint. Also Read | Shah Rukh Khan to add two new floors to Mannat at a cost of Rs 25 crore, wife Gauri seeks permission: report The complaint, filed by Daundkar, gained weight following claims made by former IPS officer YP Singh. Singh alleged that Mannat's annexe was constructed in 2005 by circumventing the Urban Land Ceiling Act. He claimed that 12 small flats were initially approved on the property but were later combined into one luxurious residence for Shah Rukh and his wife, interior designer Gauri Khan. Singh accused municipal authorities of collusion and demanded the original layout be restored to comply with housing regulations. Mannat has been Shah Rukh Khan's residence since the early 2000s and remains a landmark in Mumbai's Bandstand area.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why Shah Rukh Khan never asked anyone for work
Shah Rukh Khan, a Delhi boy, became a global superstar. His mother's advice shaped his journey. He believes in self-reliance and creating opportunities. Khan avoids shortcuts and favors. He invests his own money in films. Directors and producers seek him. His success stems from merit and charisma. He values what he has achieved. Shah Rukh Khan 's life story is the stuff of cinematic legend. A young boy from Delhi, who arrived in Mumbai with a suitcase full of dreams and barely any connections, only to go on to become one of the biggest and most loved superstars the country — and arguably the world — has ever known. But what often gets overshadowed in the glow of his stardom is the stubborn pride and personal philosophy that's shaped every step of his journey. Exclusive | Kajol CANDID On Horror Fears and Son Yug's Voice Debut In 'Karate Kids: Legends' In one of his heartfelt interviews with Taran Adarsh, Shah Rukh once shared a piece of wisdom passed down by his mother that stayed with him forever: ' Stretch yourself beyond what you have today, and grow enough to cover that stretch tomorrow. And never ask anyone for anything. Teach this to your children as well.' It wasn't just advice — it was a way of living. Born in a modest household in Delhi, Shah Rukh lost both his parents at a young age. Life threw its share of curveballs, but the lessons his mother Fatima had instilled in him — of self-respect, resilience, and relentless hustle — became his armor. Even when he moved to Mumbai in the early '90s, there were no godfathers waiting to launch him, no family connections to open doors. What he had was audacity. A belief that if the door didn't open, he'd break the damn thing down. From Shreyas Iyer to Ibrahim Ali Khan: Nutritionist Nicole Kedia Breaks Down Celeb Diet SECRETS This unyielding principle is perhaps why, even today, despite being one of the biggest producers in the country, King Khan makes films on his own terms. 'I don't ask anyone for work. I invest my own money, make my own films, and I invest it happily,' he said. For him, the joy lies not in chasing offers but in creating opportunities — for himself and for others. He also added, ' I have been given so much that I can't ask for more. I think if I ask, God will feel bad.' And it's not as if the offers weren't there. Directors queued up, producers chased him, writers dreamt of penning roles tailored for him. But Shah Rukh never believed in taking shortcuts or calling in favors. Every role he played, every stage he set foot on, was a result of his merit, his charisma, and the sheer force of his will. SRK will be next seen in King with Deepika Padukone , Rani Mukerji , Suhana Khan , Abhay Verma and many more names. The film is ebing directed by Siddharth Anand of Pathan and War fame.
Hindustan Times
2 hours ago
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- Hindustan Times
Illegal construction work at Shah Rukh Khan's Mannat? Manager Pooja Dadlani responds to reports
After an activist complained about illegal construction work at Shah Rukh Khan's palatial Mumbai home Mannat, a team of BMC and forest department officials was spotted there. As per a Times of India report, they were checking for any violations following a complaint by an activist. Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan is not living in Mannat anymore, which is undergoing renovation work. Mannat, which includes a heritage bungalow and a multi-storey annex, is currently undergoing renovation. With the actor and his family temporarily relocating to a nearby residence in Pali Hill, officials who arrived for inspection were met by his staff. They assured authorities that all required renovation permits and related documents would be duly submitted. Even Shah Rukh's manager Pooja Dadlani denied any illegal activities. She told TOI, "There are no complaints. All work is going on as per guidelines." A forest department official told the publisher, "A team did carry out a site inspection as we received a complaint about renovation permissions. A report will be prepared based on the findings and submitted soon." It was also mentioned that the BMC members was part of the investigating team just to support the forest officials. Activist Santosh Daundkar filed a complaint over construction at Mannat. Former IPS officer Y P Singh claimed Mannat originally comprised a heritage building, Villa Vienna, and in 2005, a seven-storey annex was built. To bypass the Urban Land Ceiling Act, 12 small flats were approved but later merged into one luxury residence for Shah Rukh and Gauri Khan. Singh alleged municipal collusion and said the owners must now restore the flats to uphold the law and ensure housing objectives are met. Where are Shah Rukh and family living these days? Shah Rukh Khan has lived at Mannat for decades now. It is a multi-million dollar property designed by his wife, interior designer Gauri Khan. They lived there with their three kids, Aryan, Suhana and AbRam. They are now temporarily living at four floors of the luxe Puja Casa building in Pali Hill area of Bandra. It is owned by film producer Vashu Bhagnani.
Indian Express
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Shah Rukh Khan was ‘rude, mean' to Kajol during their first meeting on Baazigar sets, Maa actor recalls calling him ‘khadoos': ‘Can you shut up?'
Actors Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan didn't hit it off instantly during their first film together, Baazigar. In fact, their initial interaction on the set of the 1992 film was anything but pleasant. While Shah Rukh found Kajol to be overly talkative, the Maa actor wished the superstar would open up and interact more. In a recent interview, Kajol recalled her first impression of SRK on the Baazigar set and also spoke about filming a 'sensual' scene with him. During a conversation with Radio Nasha Official, Kajol shared that everyone was hungover after partying on New Year's, while she was energetic after a good night's sleep. 'First of all, I was not even 18 at that time, around seventeen and a half years old. I was into my books 24/7, so 31st December was like 31st hai, it's okay. We were shooting on January 1, Shah Rukh likes to shoot on that day. Saal ke pehle din shooting karo toh poore saal karte ho,' she said. The actor continued, 'The whole unit was hungover on January 1 morning. Everybody had a long night, no one slept, everyone came after partying, but Shah Rukh wanted to shoot so everybody was there. I took my 10-hour sleep, I was wide awake and chirpy at 11:30 in the morning. I was sitting and chatting, mujhe chup rehne ki aadat nahi hai. I don't understand the concept of silence too much, especially when there are people around you.' ALSO READ | Amid polarised response to Shah Rukh Khan's MET Gala 2025 look, Kajol copies his look; asks fans to 'spot the difference'. See photos Shah Rukh Khan was seated at a distance from Kajol, preparing for the shoot. 'I was talking to the cameraman, my makeup man and hairdresser. I am jabbering away. Meri awaaz bagair mic ke kahan kahan pahuch jaati hai. After a point, I said, 'Ravi dada, yeh kya khadooss actor hai aapka'. Bechara Shah Rukh chashma pehnke apni lines padh raha tha. He was sitting across the table and learning his lines,' she recalled. Kajol was amused by the silence and went ahead to initiate a conversation with SRK. However, he was in no mood to socialise. 'I sat next to him and said, 'Hi, why aren't you talking? Are you this khadoos every time? You can't be like this!' He said, 'Can you please shut up for a minute? Somebody shut her up, for God's sake. I felt that was so rude and mean. Here I am trying to be nice and friendly. Of course, that led to a great friendship. I don't think he even remembers half of it. He would just say that she was a blur.' When asked about Shah Rukh pinching her while shooting a 'sensual' scene in Baazigar, she replied, 'Shah Rukh has done a lot of ridiculous things in front of me and likewise, I have too. Saroj ji said that you have to suddenly feel 'aah'. It has to be an expression of sensuality. I was 18 years old, I told her I don't understand. She showed it to me and I couldn't do it. I wasn't getting it. How do I get embarrassed? Sharam aati hai toh kya lagna chahiye?' The actor added, 'Finally, she told Shah Rukh to pinch her (Kajol) in the shot because the cameras were only in close-up, so that she gives the expression we want. So, that's how we learnt how to give that particular expression.' On the work front, Kajol is gearing up for her upcoming horror film Maa. The film is set to hit theatres on June 27.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Shah Rukh Khan teased Aamir Khan over a cup of tea: "Kal bata dena yaar...."
For more than 30 years, Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan have been at the top of their careers, and despite all the competition, they cherish a close friendship. They never miss a chance to show support to one another, and at the same time, they never shy away from teasing one another. An example of the same was seen in 2013, when Shah Rukh discussed Aamir's "conscientious" work ethic and joked that the 'Lagaan' star is extremely careful about everything, including drinking tea. The Great Tea Debate Shah Rukh claimed in the interview with Aaj Tak that once, while flying together, Aamir ordered some tea with milk, and he ordered some black coffee while they were traveling together. Aamir advised them to wait until the tea had sufficiently developed color, when the steward asked if they could add some milk. Building up on the incident, Shah Rukh joked that when Aamir comes over to his place and takes too long to decide on tea or coffee, he says - "Kal bata dena yaar, hum ghoom ke aa rahe hain" (Let me know tomorrow, and we'll go out until then). 'I'm yet to meet a person who is so conscientious and seriously conscientious about his work,' he continued, praising Aamir's efforts. No Films Together, But Mutual Admiration Aamir and Shah Rukh have never co-starred in a movie in their lengthy careers. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Adidas Three Shorts With 60% Discount, Limited Stock Available Original Adidas Shop Now Undo Shah Rukh did, however, make a cameo in Aamir's Laal Singh Chaddha last year. "Shah Rukh is a friend, and I told him that I needed someone who could represent what Elvis represented in America and is the biggest iconic star in India, which is why I'm coming to you," Aamir stated during the film's promotional campaign. Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan's friendship is based on a profound respect for one another, despite their humorous exchanges. Even celebrities value simple laughs and enduring relationships, as evidenced by their funny moments, which continue to delight fans and provide infrequent glimpses into the friendship between two of Bollywood's biggest icons.
