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Time of India
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shraddha Kapoor's cryptic note about love and support leaves fans confused; netizens say 'her smile doesn't feel the same'
dropped some emotional poems from her personal note, and the cryptic messages are now going viral on the internet. The tone of the poem has stirred the internet, with many of her followers assuming that she is going through a tough phase. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Shraddha Kapoor's romantic poem The poem she shared on her Instagram stories was written in Hindi and reads: 'Jab tum akele ho, Main tumhare paas baith jaungi. Jab tum udaas ho, Main tumhe baahon mein bhar loongi. Mujhe pata hai tum kho jaate ho. Mujhe pata hai tum bhaag jaate ho. Lekin main tumhe dhoond loongi, aur tumhe thaam loongi.' ("When you are alone, I will sit beside you. When you are sad, I will hold you in my arms. I know you get lost. I know you run away. But I will find you, and I will hold on to you.") Varun Dhawan Drops Unseen 'ABCD 2' Wrap Party Video With Shraddha Kapoor Social media reaction The story received many emotional messages and reactions on Instagram. Some Reddit users shared a screenshot of the same and expressed their concerns. One social media user reacted, 'Life is hard, and 2025 has particularly been hard for a lot of people. Wishing her strength.' Another commented, 'Lately, I've been noticing something different about Shraddha Kapoor. In her recent photos, her smile doesn't feel the same — it's like it's missing the spark we all used to see.' However, another group of readers assumed that it is a love letter for her rumoured boyfriend Rahul Mody. Shraddha Kapoor's work front Shraddha was recently spotted outside Maddock Films' office in Mumbai. According to reports, the actress was there for a creative discussion with producer Dinesh Vijan. Insiders hint that the two are collaborating again for a new film inspired by a popular Marathi novel. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now On the work front, Shraddha was last seen in 'Stree 2'. Directed by Amar Kaushik, the film featured Rajkummar Rao, Abhishek Banerjee, Aparshakti Khurana, and Pankaj Tripathi in key roles. The movie crossed around Rs 600 crores and became one of the highest-grossing movies in 2024.
India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Bollywood's successful box office hero, gave 10 back to back hits, 8 entered Rs 100 crore club, wanted to become a…, he is…
'Starkid', sometimes 'dearest of directors'. From Alia Bhatt to Suhana Khan, everyone has faced these criticisms. In such a situation, many stars become successful and prove their caliber, while many disappear. Today, we are going to talk about a star kid who proved with his first film itself that he is a successful box office hero. This actor wanted to become a WWE wrestler This is none other than Varun Dhawan, Alia Bhatt's co-star and director David Dhawan's son. Varun, who started his career with 'Student of the Year', has given 10 consecutive hit films at the beginning of his career. Now, let us tell you how this happened. Varun Dhawan chose a different path from the very beginning of his career. Launched in 2012 under Karan Johar's banner, Varun made a record in the first six years that very few new stars can make: ten consecutive hit films, without a single flop. His films not only did well at the box office, but he also proved himself in every genre – romance, comedy, thriller, dance, and drama. Varun Dhawan, who once wanted to become a wrestler, is today winning people's hearts with his hit films as the son of Bollywood. Let's take a look at Varun Dhawan's brilliant start, which made him a bankable star of Bollywood. Varun Dhawan's impressive film portfolio Student of the Year (2012) Budget: ₹55 crores Collection: ₹109 crores Karan Johar's glamour-filled campus drama put Varun, Alia Bhatt, and Siddharth Malhotra on the first step of stardom. The success of the first film itself brought a lot of work to Varun. Main Tera Hero (2014) Budget: ₹35 crores Collection: ₹78 crores This masala comedy, directed by father David Dhawan, further strengthened Varun's 'hero' image. The film was not well received by critics, but it succeeded in entertaining the audience. Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014) Budget: ₹35 crores Collection: ₹119 crores Modern-day 'DDLJ', in which Varun and Alia's chemistry won the hearts of small-town audiences. People gave a lot of love to this film. Siddharth Shukla was also seen in the film. ABCD 2 (2015) Budget: ₹65 crores Collection: ₹166 crores Varun enthralled the audience with his performance in this dance film with Shraddha Kapoor and Prabhu Deva. This film also proved to be a hit in terms of earnings. Badlapur (2015) Budget: ₹25 crore Collection: ₹78.8 crore Varun's intense role in this dark revenge thriller directed by Sriram Raghavan surprised both the audience and critics. The story of the film won the hearts of the people and Dhawan's work was also praised a lot. Dilwale (2015) Budget: ₹165 crore Collection: ₹387 crore Sharing the screen with veterans like Shah Rukh and Kajol, Varun made his mark and contributed to the success of Rohit Shetty's film. This multi-starrer film was loved by the people. Dishoom (2016) Budget: ₹60 crore Collection: ₹119.5 crore His pairing with John Abraham and Varun's comic timing made this buddy-cop action film a hit. This film too was successful in entertaining the audience. Badrinath Ki Dulhania (2017) Budget: ₹45 crores Collection: ₹202 crores Another Alia-Varun hit pair, which entertainingly presented social issues. People liked this story very much and people came to the cinema halls in large numbers to watch it, which is why this film became a superhit. Judwaa 2 (2017) Budget: ₹65 crore Collection: ₹227.5 crore With Varun in a double role and David Dhawan directing, Salman's cult classic gets a new hit version. The film was loved by the masses, while it disappointed the critics. Sui Dhaaga (2018) Budget: ₹50 crores Collection: ₹125 crores A down to earth story in which Varun and Anushka played the message of self-reliant India wholeheartedly and garnered appreciation. This film also touched the hearts of the people.
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
WATCH: Lauren Gottlieb makes FIRST appearance post wedding, reveals WHY hubby Tobias Jones didn't accompany her to India
Lauren Gottlieb is the newly married bride in town, and we can't get over the glow on her face. The actress, who has been a part of several films and music videos, tied the wedding knot with her longtime boyfriend and fiancé, Tobias Jones, on June 11, 2025. They announced this big news on social media on June 20. It seems like just a few days after their wedding, the newly married couple are back to work as Lauren was spotted at Mumbai airport today, Monday, alone. She even revealed why Tobias hasn't come with her to Mumbai. Lauren Gottlieb arrives in Mumbai for work Today (June 23), Lauren Gottlieb was clicked at the Mumbai airport. She greeted the paparazzi and was all smiles as she interacted with them. She said "Thank you" after the photographers wished her "congratulations" on her wedding. Expressing her joy, Lauren said, "Guys, I got married." When a paparazzi asked if she came alone, Lauren revealed, "Yes, I'm alone right now. My husband - this is the first time I said that - he is working, and I'm working here. So, this is a working married couple." Lauren shared her joy of returning to the city. She then flaunted her ring as she posed for the photographers. Watch Lauren Gottlieb's video here- Lauren looked gorgeous in a red and white halter neck dress, and her glow was quite evident. She paired her outfit with minimal accessories, opting for a pair of statement earrings. Speaking about her personal life, Lauren got engaged to her longtime boyfriend, Tobias, in Aug 2023 following a dreamy proposal from the director at Aruba Ocean Villas. She had shared gorgeous pictures from their engagement ceremony. On June 11, 2025, the duo got married in an intimate ceremony in Tuscany, Italy. For the uninformed, Tobias Jones, also known as TJ, is a director and video creator by profession, recognized for his work with several reputable brands. He is based in London. Meanwhile, Lauren Gottlieb has been featured in several films, including Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor's ABCD 2, John Abraham's Welcome Back, Diljit Dosanjh's Ambarsariya, and more.
India.com
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actor who gave 10 back-to-back hits, 8 of them entered into Rs 100 crore club, wanted to become wrestler but…, is son of Bollywood's famous…, his name is..
Launched under Karan Johar's banner, Varun made a flashy debut in 2012, and for the next six years, didn't taste a single flop. In an era where legacy stars often face backlash, Varun quietly racked up one hit after another, making him one of the most bankable names in Bollywood's mainstream space. Let's break down the films that fuelled his unstoppable run: 1. Student of the Year (2012) Budget: Rs 55 crore Collection: Rs 109 crore Karan Johar's campus drama launched three fresh faces, Varun, Alia Bhatt and Sidharth Malhotra, with gloss, glamour, and chartbusters. 2. Main Tera Hero (2014) Budget: Rs 35 crore Collection: Rs 78 crore Directed by his father, David Dhawan, this loud, zany rom-com firmly established Varun's massy hero appeal. 3. Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014) Budget: Rs 35 crore Collection: Rs 119 crore This modern-day DDLJ tribute saw Varun pair up again with Alia Bhatt in a rom-com that charmed small-town audiences. 4. ABCD 2 (2015) Budget: Rs 65 crore Collection: Rs 166 crore Remo D'Souza's dance sequel had Varun matching steps with Shraddha Kapoor and Prabhudeva, and cashing in on India's dance film craze. 5. Badlapur (2015) Budget: Rs 25 crore Collection: Rs 78.8 crore This gritty revenge thriller directed by Sriram Raghavan showed Varun's darker, edgier side and earned him critical respect. 6. Dilwale (2015) Budget: Rs 165 crore Collection: Rs 387 crore Sharing screen space with SRK and Kajol, Varun held his own in Rohit Shetty's mega entertainer, playing a key role in its mass appeal. 7. Dishoom (2016) Budget: Rs 60 crore Collection: Rs 119.5 crore A slick buddy-cop action flick where Varun's comic timing balanced John Abraham's brawn, a commercial win. 8. Badrinath Ki Dulhania (2017) Budget: Rs 45 crore Collection: Rs 202 crore Another hit pairing with Alia Bhatt, the film explored love, patriarchy, and small-town quirks, and hit the jackpot again. 9. Judwaa 2 (2017) Budget: Rs 65 crore Collection: Rs 227.5 crore A reboot of Salman Khan's 1997 cult comedy, this David Dhawan directorial had Varun in a double role and the audience in splits. 10. Sui Dhaaga (2018) Budget: Rs 50 crore Collection: Rs 125 crore A departure from his usual style, this grounded tale of self-reliance opposite Anushka Sharma earned both commercial and critical praise. From rom-coms to revenge thrillers, dance flicks to action dramas, Varun Dhawan's early years weren't just lucky, they were calculated. Ten films, ten hits, and a career that rewrote the star kid narrative.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ahan Shetty, Varun Dhawan get ‘Lost' in Pune during 'Border 2' shoot
The star-studded cast of 'Border 2' is currently filming its third schedule at the prestigious National Defence Academy (NDA) in Pune, and amidst the intense shoot, some unexpected adventures have kept spirits high. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Actors and , who are part of the much-anticipated sequel, recently found themselves hilariously 'lost' in Pune, turning a routine night into a memorable moment. Metro Misadventure Goes Viral The duo shared a video on social media capturing their late-night misadventure at a Pune metro station. The clip shows Ahan, , and crew members trying to navigate their way back to the hotel after what appears to be an evening stroll in the city. The light-hearted video quickly gained attention. Watch the video here. 'Border 2' Rolls into Third Schedule at NDA Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 marks the return of in one of his most iconic roles, joined by a dynamic cast that includes Diljit Dosanjh, Varun Dhawan, and Ahan Shetty. The film began production in December 2024 and is now deep into its third schedule at the NDA. This schedule will be capturing key military sequences. Sunny Deol also shared a photo with the cast on social media, captioned, 'When all 'Forces' Come together! #BORDER2.' Release Set for Weekend 2026 The excitement around Border 2 continues to grow, especially with such engaging glimpses shared from the set. The film hits theatres on January 23, 2026, just ahead of Republic Day and 'Border 2' promises to be a fitting tribute to patriotism, brotherhood. Overall the expectations are quite high for the sequel of the classic movie. Varun Dhawan Drops Unseen 'ABCD 2' Wrap Party Video With Shraddha Kapoor
