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News18
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Bigg Boss 18 Star Karan Veer Mehra's Many Firsts Include A Shah Rukh Khan Meet Up
Last Updated: Karan Veer Mehra's first job was at a hotel in Delhi, where his work involved selling cards. Bigg Boss 18 fame Karan Veer Mehra is one of the most popular faces on television. After winning back-to-back reality TV shows, the actor has attained wide recognition. Karan has been working in the industry for decades and has appeared in renowned serials like Pavitra Rishta, Aahat, Amrit Manthan, and Rishton Ka Mela, among others. During an interview with Pinkvilla, the actor was seen taking a trip down memory lane and remembering the first pay cheque that he received while working in Delhi. Recalling his first job, Karan revealed that it was at a hotel in Delhi where his role involved selling cards. 'I used to be paid 1200 a week, which was very big for me at that time," the actor recalled while sharing that some of his friends were also studying hotel management and were working with him at the same hotel. Karan further shared that during his first job in Delhi, he met Shah Rukh Khan for the first time. Talking about the memorable incident, Karan shared that Shah Rukh Khan and Karisma Kapoor arrived at the hotel where he used to work out. Karan remembered the presence of bodyguards and how a hotel staff member greeted him and caught the attention of the guards, which later helped him to meet SRK. He also shared that people were gathering outside the hotel to get a glimpse of King Khan, but he was allowed inside. The actor recalled asking SRK's guards if he was inside, which they confirmed. Recalling his first meeting with Shah Rukh Khan, Karan shared that after entering the hotel, he immediately spotted SRK. 'He started walking towards me, and I started walking with his entourage, and I entered the lift," Karan stated, revealing that it was only he, Shah Rukh Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and one of their managers in the lift. He recalled an amusing moment when SRK was talking about a woman who wasn't allowed inside because of the guards. Karan remembered how boldly he replied, stating, 'I told them, 'Despite the guards, I have made my way through,'" and introduced himself to SRK as a big fan. Karan further revealed that he spent his first pay cheque on the celebration after meeting his idol, Shah Rukh Khan. From working at a mall to becoming a popular face on television and acting in Bollywood films, there is no doubt that Karan Veer Mehra has come a long way.
Time of India
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dimple Jhangiani remembers her first day on sets of her debut show Kuchh Is Tara on 31st May says, 'Ekta Kapoor selected me from a small hoarding'
For actress Dimple Jhangiani, the end of this month is very special. The actress started shooting for her debut show, Kuchh Is Tara on 31st May. 30th May also marks the marriage anniversary of her parents Mr Jagdeep and Mrs. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Anju Jhangiani. She said, "I always wait for May, to celebrate the marriage anniversary of my parents. They are my world and I'm always looking for opportunities to make them feel special and celebrate with them." She continued, "I'm also very thankful for this month. As my life took a positive turn on 31st May. As I started shooting for the first time. I still remember was very nervous in the beginning. It was my first day and meeting actors whom I had seen on screen. And I was to play a titular role with so many senior actors. But everyone was so polite, welcoming and humble. They helped me to find my comfort zone and gave me a lot of confidence. I performed so well without having to have acting experience. I never did any acting workshop all I learnt was from here on set." Revealing her equation with , the producer of the show. She added, "I still remember meeting Ekta Ma'am for the first time. I was shivering, outside her cabin. As it was unbelievable for me. I was a teenager. She selected me from a small hoarding in which I was featured as a model. And when I entered her cabin, she was so kind and sweet. She made me so comfortable, such a grounded lady. I really had a great time working with her. I consider her my Guru, she changed my life for good. She helped me make my dreams come true. And we continue to share the same warm relationship to date. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now I remember during February, the day I delivered my baby Shivona, she met me in hospital and she held my baby in her arms and gave her so many blessings. I felt so happy and I had tears in my eyes. It was one of the best moments in my life." Talking about her co-stars, Vishal Singh and Akashdeep Saigal. She adds, "They both are sweet and talented guys. We all shared a beautiful relationship during that time. But now we are all busy in our lives. Though I'm not much in touch with Akashdeep. But I and Vishal still continue to keep in touch." Dimple is also known for featuring in shows such as Amrit Manthan, Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat, Beintehaa,and Meri Durga among others.
