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Pink Villa
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
16 Photos: Sai Pallavi shares ‘random' moments from her life in FIRST post after Ramayana announcement
Sai Pallavi 's recent Instagram post has caught all our attention as the starlet gave a peek into some candid moments from her life. The actress has been quite rare in posting pictures on social media, and her new pictures have gone viral in no time. Sai Pallavi's first Instagram post since Ramayana announcement Taking to Instagram, Sai Pallavi shared a set of 16 photos, each showing her in a different mood altogether. From clicking goofy selfies, soaking in the sun, chasing sunsets, to setting fashion goals with her traditional outfits, the actress has summed it all up. She captioned the post as 'As random as the thoughts in my head.' Sai Pallavi set to play Sita in Ranbir Kapoor starrer Ramayana The Amaran actress had recently been in the news after the makers of Nitesh Tiwari-directed Ramayana dropped the first teaser glimpse of the massive project. Sai Pallavi will play the role of Sita in the magnum opus, opposite Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama. Fans have been extremely excited to witness the diva play such a powerful role in the movie, despite her look not having been revealed so far. According to reports, Sai Pallavi has secured a substantial paycheck of Rs. 6 crores for each part of the Ramayana duology. Sai Pallavi's work front Sai Pallavi's last on-screen stint was as Rebecca Indhu Varghese, the wife of martyred Major Mukund Varadarajan, in the Sivakarthikeyan -led biographical war drama Amaran. Her portrayal received immense appreciation from audiences and critics alike. Besides her work on the most anticipated Ramayana, she also has her Hindi debut film, opposite Aamir Khan's son, Junaid Khan. Titled Ek Din, the project is reportedly scheduled for release in November this year.
Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Sushmita Sen's ex-boyfriend Rohman Shawl admits he can't afford the diamond she likes: 'Abhi meri aukaat nahi...'
Sushmita Sen and Rohman Shawl dated for a few years, but their romantic chapter came to an end in 2021. However, despite their relationship taking a backseat, the two never shied away from sharing a cordial and friendly bond. Even after their breakup, they remain good friends and express warmth for each other. Recently, Rohman admitted that he couldn't afford the diamond that Sushmita likes. Yes, you read that right! Rohman Shawl's recent confession about Sushmita Sen's taste in diamonds In a recent interaction with Instant Bollywood, Rohman Shawl accepted that he doesn't have the budget to gift diamonds to Sushmita Sen. When asked if he has ever gifted diamonds to the actress or vice versa, he remarked, "Jis hisaab ka unko diamond pasand hai, abhi meri aukaat nahi itna bada kharidne ki. Toh jis din uss layak banunga, inshallah zaroor." "(The kind of diamond she likes, I don't have that much capability to buy such a big diamond right now. So the day I become capable of that, I will definitely buy it for her)." Further, he was quizzed about what kind of diamond she is really fond of. Replying to the same, he said, "Unka ek pasandida diamond hai, woh 22 carats ka hai. Toh woh kamane ke liye bahut waqt hai, but inshallah jaldi (She has a favorite diamond, it is 22 carats. So there is much time to earn it, but Inshallah soon)." About Sushmita Sen and Rohman Shawl's relationship and their separation Rohman Shawl and Sushmita Sen began dating in 2018 and got separated in 2021. The Main Hoon Na actress shared a photo on her Instagram profile that featured Rohman. The caption of the post read, "We began as friends, we remain friends!! The relationship was long over…the love remains." Their post-breakup rapport has sparked reunion buzz. Sushmita and Rohman have been spotted together at various occasions, including red carpet events. For the unversed, Rohman Shawl marked his acting debut with the recently released Tamil film, Amaran. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more such updates!
India Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Sushmita Sen's ex Rohman on gifting her the diamond she wants: Meri aukaat nahi
Actor Rohman Shawl recently spoke about actor Sushmita Sen's love for diamonds. He also opened up on whether he has ever gifted her a in a recent interview with Instant Bollywood, stated that he cannot afford to buy the diamond Sushmita would want to have. He said, "Jis hisab ke unko diamond pasand hai, abhi meri aukaat nahi itna bada kharidne ki. Toh jis din uss layak banunga, insha allah zaroor. (The kind of diamond she likes, I can not afford such a big one right now. So the day I become worthy of it, God willing, I definitely will)."advertisementThe actor also mentioned that Sushmita is fond of 22-carat-diamond. Rohman further said, "Unka ek pasandida diamond hai, woh 22 carats ka hai. Toh woh kamane ke liye bahot waqt hai, but inshallah jaldi. (She has a favourite diamond – it is 22 carats. It will take a lot of time to earn that much, but with God's will, soon)." Rohman and Sushmita started dating in 2018 and called it quits in 2021. The 'Aarya 3' actor confirmed the breakup on her Instagram post and wrote, "We began as friends, we remain friends!! The relationship was long over, the love remains!! (sic)"Recently, the ex-couple have been spotted together once again on different occasions. Their meetups have sparked reunion rumours. However, neither Rohman, nor Sushmita reacted to the who has been exploring a new career path, made his acting debut with the Tamil movie - 'Amaran' (2024). The film also featured Sivakarthikeyan, Sai Pallavi, Rahul Bose, Bhuvan Arora and others in key was last seen in the crime-thriller series 'Aarya 3'. The series was directed by Ram Madhwani and also featured Vikas Kumar, Ila Arun, Vishwajeet Pradhan, Sikandar Kher and others in pivotal show is available for streaming on JioHotstar.- EndsMust Watch
NDTV
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Rohman Shawl On Ex-Girlfriend Sushmita Sen: "Can't Afford The Diamond She Wants"
New Delhi: Rohman Shawl and Sushmita Sen might not be a couple anymore, but the bond they share is still going strong. The two started dating in 2018 and called it quits in 2021. Even after the breakup, they have continued to be on good terms. In fact, fans often spot them hanging out together, which has sparked reunion rumours more than once. But neither of them has confirmed anything so far. In a recent chat with Instant Bollywood, Rohman opened up about Sushmita and, interestingly, spoke about diamonds. When asked whether he ever gifted her one or received one from her, Rohman replied with a laugh, " Jis hisab ke unko diamond pasand hai, abhi meri aukaat nahi itna bada kharidne ki. Toh jis din uss layak banunga, insh allah zaroor. [The kind of diamond she likes, I can not afford such a big one right now. So the day I become worthy of it, Inshallah, I definitely will.]" Turns out, Sushmita Sen is not into just any diamonds. She has got a favourite, and it is massive. Rohman Shawl shared, " Unka ek pasandita diamond hai, woh 22 carats ka hai. Toh woh kamane ke liye bahot waqt hai, but inshallah jaldi. [She has a favourite diamond – it is 22 carats. It will take a lot of time to earn that much, but Inshallah, soon.]" That is quite the goal. Sushmita Sen had confirmed their breakup back in 2021 with an Instagram post. She shared a picture with Rohman and wrote, 'We began as friends, we remain friends!! The relationship was long over…the love remains!!' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sushmita Sen (@sushmitasen47) Since then, Sushmita Sen and Rohman Shawl have often been seen together at events and family gatherings. It is no surprise that fans are still curious about their current status, but both of them have chosen to stay quiet on that front. Meanwhile, Rohman Shawl is also exploring new paths in his career. He made his acting debut last year with the Tamil film Amaran. He played the antagonist in the film, and his performance was well-received. On the other hand, Sushmita Sen was last seen in the show, Taali: Bajaungi Nahi, Bajwaungi.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
All eyes on ‘Coolie': Can Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj turn things around for Tamil mass cinema in 2025?
The stage is set, but there's palpable tension in the crowd. A crowd-favourite local flavour has faded from the routine. There's chatter where chatter's always famous for — be it about an upcoming romance comedy tackling divorce, or Rathnavelu's return to seek vengeance from Maamannan in a road thriller, or that of a debutant music composer making the waves. But there's silence in the balcony rows. A quiet storm has been brewing in Tamil cinema, and the spotlight bears down on one of the biggest superstars, entering his 50th year in the industry, to rise to the occasion. 'But has there been a dearth of mass films?' you might wonder. Yes, there's a scarcity of good big-star mass flicks. For more than a year and a half, concerns have been raised about the state of big-star mass commercial films and the unreliable hit rate among the superstars, which has led to a disbelief in mass filmmaking. On the one hand, there has been a shift in syntax, with many stars seeing value in breaking out of the mould. A result of redundant formulaic hero vehicles and an apparent shift towards realism has led to a sentiment many seem to echo — 'let's wait until the reviews are out; we have been disappointed enough.' After a promising 2023, in which big stars and smaller diamonds shone bright on the silver screen, Tamil cinema went through a dull patch in 2024. No big-star mass films clicked on both the critical and commercial aspects; only Amaran and Maharaja, attempts far removed from conventional mass, managed to tick the right boxes. And now, the first half of 2025 has painted an even startling image — big stars do not seem to have taken stock of the dip. On one hand, superstars have given in to their itch to experiment, which, though commendable, has added undue stress to successive projects. Earlier this year, superstar Ajith Kumar tried out an off-beat attempt like Vidaamuyarchi— intended to stay away from the formula — and followed it up with Good Bad Ugly — which, while it became a top-grosser, still ended up being 'unconventionally mass,' with an overload of fan-service that couldn't impress the coveted 'common audiences.' Karthik Subbaraj and SU Arun Kumar, too, have shown a lack of inclination towards mass cinema, for good reasons, in these cases. Arun's Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2, starring Vikram, married inventive screenwriting and immersive scene construction, but critics and audiences were left wondering if the occasional hero-appeasing moments felt rather forced. Retro, while it featured a fantastic Suriya, was a hit-or-miss for the larger audiences; its experimental genre shifts only impressed the critics. Even this year's Maarganand ACE, though helped by good word-of-mouth, weren't intended to serve mass. This has also been the year where smaller nuggets — like Kudumbasthan, Tourist Family, and the excellent Madras Matinee — have found a special place among audiences. The success of Sundar C's 13-year-old Madha Gaja Raja points towards a craving for mass masala among the audiences, reasserting that cinema needs a healthy mix of both familiar comforts, daring assortments, and the occasional Madras Matinee. Which is also why all eyes are now on Rajinikanth's Coolie, which is all set to arrive in theatres with massive fanfare on August 14. Where is the Thalapathy of Tamil cinema? There's another reason one could point a finger at for the poor show in the upper echelons. If there has been one superstar who has repeatedly stuck and reinvented the mass formula in Tamil, it is Vijay. And Tamil cinema is already feeling the pinch of what a post-Vijay scene would feel like (the actor has announced that his next, Jana Nayagan, will be his last). What truly fascinates one is how a Vijay film — whether it is a largely genre-centric actioner like Leoor a mass-inclined entertainer like Varisu — had the ingredients to pull in the audiences. If his rival Ajith juggles extremes, Vijay's range is deliberately focused. A lack of a quintessential Vijay film is what 2025 — and Tamil cinema after 2026 — will miss. Perhaps it's time for Ajith to pull back and reset his range between a Viswasam and a Yennai Arindhaal. One man's loss is another man's blockbuster: Then comes the curious case of Thug Life, the highly panned Kamal Haasan starrer, imbued with misfitted Nayakan deja vu that made fans wonder if it was indeed Mani Ratnam at the helm. The gargantuan fall from the fame of Thug Life inadvertently makes way for Coolie, starring Kamal's contemporary Rajinikanth. With caution in the air, a psychological bias toward mean reversion would come into play, and the initial first-day reviews might benefit from the debacle that Thug Life turned out to be. Lokesh, a storyteller with a knack for mass cinema If all those above reasons should help Coolie, there's a 'minimum guarantee' factor in the Rajinikanth starrer that has single-handedly driven the hype ahead of the release — it's directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, a modern maverick who showed filmmaking flair with Maanagaram and Kaithi, caught the pulse of the modern audiences with Kamal's Vikram and the formation of a cinematic universe, and is inching to better himself after his middling Vijay-starrer Leo. A creator with an unmissable knack for action filmmaking, Lokesh has become the go-to for stars who wish to break the formula in style, and yet somehow make it their own. Cracking a quintessential Rajinikanth film has been quite a challenge for modern filmmakers — only Subbaraj came close to making a Rajinistic film with Petta. If there's one filmmaker who could take a well-calculated swing at this, it's Lokesh. From the word go, everything about Coolie promises a comeback of all that Rajinikanth fans have idolised him for — you can expect sufficient fan-service, the quintessential rising-from-the-ashes character arc, and the superstar at his most stylish self, unleashed against a barrage of villains. With the film also not part of his coveted Lokesh Cinematic Universe, you can expect Coolie to be freer — unburdened by inquisitive fans bringing their own theories to measure, or the narrative constraints of a shared universe. The success of the 'Jailer' formula: What we know about Coolie might make a fan wonder if the film's production banner, Sun Pictures, has looked to recreate the magic of Jailer, Rajinikanth's previous film, helmed by Nelson. Akin to that film, we have multiple A-listers — like Nagarjuna Akkineni, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, and Aamir Khan — teaming up with/against Rajinikanth. There's a 'Monica' for a 'Kaavaala', and if Jailer was unexpectedly violent, you know Coolie would be relentlessly gritty. Tamil cinema needs a 'Thalapathi': Now comes the reveal that has piqued the interest of many. In a recent interview, Lokesh revealed that he had wished for Coolie to be compared with Thalapathi, Rajinikanth's acclaimed gangster film directed by Mani Ratnam. Fans have taken note of how some shots from the promo and the superstar's hairstyle are akin to the 1991 film. While this might make you worry a bit — films cashing in on past glory have been abysmal of late — you can trust Lokesh to do what he did to Vikram, which was a spiritual sequel to Kamal's 1986 film of the same name. Even if that's not the case, Tamil cinema needs a film like Thalapathi. In any case, we need both Thalapathi and Thalaivar to light up these dark, desolate skies.
