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Khaleej Times
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Alia Bhatt's fusion lehenga look at friend's wedding goes viral
After turning heads with her stylish debut at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, Alia Bhatt jetted off to Spain to attend the wedding of her best friend Tanya Saha Gupta and David Angelov. A video from the wedding has been going viral, where the Raazi actress can be seen dressed in a colourful kalidar lehenga paired with a mustard yellow blouse. To give it a fun, boho-chic feel, Bhatt added a purple bandanna and dark sunglasses. The actress can be seen all smiles as she poses with the newlyweds and her close friends. Actor Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, also a close friend of Bhatt, was spotted in the video wearing a purple lehenga. Bhatt, who made her debut at the Cannes Film Festival this year, left fans speechless with her outfit choices on the red carpet. For day one of her appearance, Bhatt chose a Schiaparelli gown, styled by Rhea Kapoor. For the closing ceremony, the actress wore a custom Gucci saree--the brand's first-ever made-to-order saree--leaving fashion watchers impressed.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Akansha Ranjan Kapoor recalls struggling through 8-month work break after 'Guilty' debut: 'I can't stand my own voice'
Akansha Ranjan Kapoor debuted with 'Guilty' in 2020 but faced an eight-month work break due to the pandemic. She's now more selective with roles and stars in Gram Chikitsalay, a series about a young doctor transforming a rural health center, streaming on Prime Video. Akansha Ranjan Kapoor entered Bollywood with her first film 'Guilty', but shortly after, the pandemic brought the industry to a halt. The actress shared in an interview that she faced an eight-month dry spell with no projects, during which she felt her career and life had come to a standstill. Lockdown Impact and Career Pause In an interview with Free Press Journal, Akansha shared that her film 'Guilty' was released on March 6, 2020, but just nine days later, the country went into lockdown due to the pandemic. She explained that her entire life, which had been focused on that significant moment, came to a sudden halt. She ended up staying at home for eight months with no work. Initially, she was receiving calls for meetings, new projects, and even another film with the same production house, but everything abruptly went silent. It took her a year to recover from this challenging phase. Becoming More Selective and Self-Critical She has become more deliberate in selecting roles, focusing on projects that leave a meaningful impact rather than simply blending into a crowd of actors. Discussing the challenges of being on camera, she shared, 'I'll send a voice note and immediately think, 'I can't stand my own voice.'' She often fixates on minor details, like the positioning of her hand in a scene, even though her sister reassures her that no one notices. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Acknowledging this as part of the nature of the medium, she said she wouldn't have it any other way but hopes to 'find a better balance and not be so harsh' on herself. Current Project Currently, Akansha is featured in the series 'Gram Chikitsalay', which tells the story of Dr. Prabhat, a young and idealistic doctor who takes over a neglected Primary Health Centre in a rural North Indian village. While he aims to implement vital reforms, he soon discovers that personal transformation is essential before any real change can occur. Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, the show also stars Amol Parashar, Vinay Pathak , Garima Vikrant Singh , among others. The series is streaming now on Prime Video. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Hindustan Times
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Akansha Ranjan Kapoor recalls 'sitting at home for 8 months' after her debut with Guilty: ‘It took me a year to recover'
Actor Akansha Ranjan Kapoor made her Bollywood debut with the film Guilty. However, soon after that, the pandemic took over the country. In an interview with Free Press Journal, Akansha recalled how she had no work for eight months after her debut and how her life went 'kaput'. (Also Read: Alia Bhatt has a sweet response to BFF Akansha Ranjan Kapoor's old audition tape from 2014) Akansha recounted how she sat at home for months due to Covid, and said, "Guilty released on 6 March 2020, and just nine days later, the country went into lockdown. My whole life, which had moulded itself around that one big moment, went kaput. I ended up sitting at home for the next eight months. During those initial days, I was getting calls for meetings, new projects, and even another film with the same production house. But suddenly, everything went silent. It took me a year to recover from that." She revealed that she has now become more conscious about her choices and wants to do quality work that creates an impact, rather than just being one of 18 actors standing in a frame. She further spoke about the pain of being in front of the camera, and said, 'I'll send a voice note and immediately think, 'I can't stand my own voice.' I obsess over the smallest things, like why my hand was positioned a certain way in a scene. My sister tells me, 'No one will notice,' but I just can't let it go. This is the pain of being in front of the camera. It's the nature of the medium. But I wouldn't have it any other way. I just hope to find a better balance and not be so harsh on myself." Meanwhile, Akansha is currently seen in the show Gram Chikitsalay, which revolves around the story of a young, idealistic, and brilliant Dr Prabhat, who takes charge of a neglected Primary Health Centre in a North Indian village, hoping to bring about much-needed changes — only to realise it is he who will have to change before anything else. Helmed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, the show also stars Amol Parashar, Vinay Pathak, Garima Vikrant Singh, and others in key roles. It is available to watch on Prime Video.
News18
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
For Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, Playing Dr Gargi In Gram Chikitsalay Is A ‘Win'
Last Updated: The photos show Akansha with producer Deepak Kumar Mishra and the cast of Gram Chikitsalay. Akansha Ranjan Kapoor is riding high on the success of her last release, Gram Chikitsalay. Ever since the comedy-drama series released on Amazon Prime Video, the actress has been enjoying the overwhelming love and appreciation for her character, Dr Gargi. Basking in the glow of the positive responses, the actress recently shared some stunning pictures with the cast members. The photos show Akansha with producer Deepak Kumar Mishra and actors Amol Parashar, Anandeshwar Dwivedi, Akash Makhija, and Garima Vikrant Singh dressed in their best outfits for a photoshoot. Her post was accompanied by a touching note dedicated to the mastermind of the show. She also thanked the makers for giving her a role that is completely different from what she has done before. Taking to Instagram, she wrote, 'The masterminds behind Kota Factory, Panchayat, Aspirants… (the list goes on and on…) And then there's me! Feeling super grateful to be in the company of these legendary creators… and for their belief in me. When storytellers of this calibre choose you for a role so far from who you are — one that shatters every box you've ever been put in — it feels like a quiet victory. A win not loud with applause but deep with meaning. To be seen, stretched, and trusted… @arunabhkumar @deepakmishra18 @theviralfever." 'THANK YOU guys, for loving and resonating with Gram Chikitsalay. I'm on top of the moon. Shoutout to our amazing writers @vaibhavsuman @shreyasrivastava10 and the man behind it all – our director #RahulPandey," she concluded. Coming to Gram Chikitsalay, the Amazon Prime series is directed by Rahul Pandey and produced by Deepak Kumar Mishra. It features Akansha Ranjan Kapoor alongside Amol Parashar, Akash Makhija, Anandeshwar Dwivedi, and Garima Vikrant Singh. Speaking about her upcoming work commitments, Akansha Ranjan Kapoor will be soon seen in MaayaOne. The film, directed by CV Kumar and produced under the banner of AK Entertainments, revolves around the story of a common man's conflict with a serial killer. The project also features Neil Nitin Mukesh and Murli Sharma in lead roles. First Published:
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"Who cast you for this? I wouldn't have even thought," Akansha Ranjan Kapoor recounts surprising feedback by a casting director
Following the release of ' Gram Chikitsalay ', actress Akansha Ranjan Kapoor anticipated audience reactions but was particularly struck by an unexpected comment from a casting director amidst the positive feedback and online memes. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now An unexpected remark highlights audience acceptance of her role. In a candid interview with Mid-day, the actress discussed her experience with the rural comedy, where she portrays Dr. Gargi, a role that has surprisingly connected with a wide range of viewers. "People are able to [picture] me in this role," she shared, indicating the audience's acceptance of her in this new avatar. However, this wasn't the initial perception for everyone. She recounted a conversation with a casting director who remarked, '"Who cast you for this? I wouldn't have even thought of you for such a role.' So, I hope people can see me [in a new light]." This blunt comment underscored the unexpected success of her portrayal in winning over viewers. From nervy wait to online affection What began as an anxious period of awaiting reviews has now transformed into an outpouring of online affection for Akansha's performance. "The reaction has been good and is getting better every day," Akansha noted, highlighting the growing positive reception. She even finds herself featured in memes, which she humorously acknowledges as a modern indicator of cultural impact. "It's stayed with me," she laughed, referring to the audience's continued engagement with her character. Collaborative effort behind the rural comedy Directed by Rahul Pandey, 'Gram Chikitsalay' features Akansha alongside Anandeshwar Dwivedi, Amol Parashar, Akash Makhija, and Garima Vikrant Singh. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The show's script, written by Vaibhav Suman and Shreya Srivastava, blends humor with heartfelt moments, a combination that Akansha was eager to explore in her performance. Balancing Appreciation with Industry Realities While expressing gratitude for the positive reception, Akansha remains aware of the current dynamics of the entertainment industry. "I wanted my work to speak for me," she stated, acknowledging that while she tries to distance herself from social media algorithms and popularity contests, talent alone isn't always sufficient. "I'm trying to keep up with the market demands," she admitted, indicating her awareness of the need to navigate the industry's current trends.
