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Pink Villa
15 hours ago
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- Pink Villa
Libra Horoscope Today July 2, 2025: For this week, the Page of Cups indicates that you will be focusing more on...
This week is marked by stirring deep introspection, amplifying romantic energies, and reintroducing former flames as Mercury gradually approaches its retrograde phase. The popular astro-numerologist, Munisha Khatwani, shares weekly horoscope predictions and lets you know what the alignment of stars has in store for you. The celebrity astrologists predict what love, career, health, and finances look like for sun signs, including Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. Sagittarius Sagittarius individuals, known for being spontaneous, share their sign with Indian actor Arjun Rampal. For this week, the Seven of Pentacles card indicates that you need to focus more on your energy. Whereas, according to the angels, it is a good time for financial growth, success, strength, and guidance. Capricon Cool and composed Capricorns share their sun sign with the super-talented B-town actor, Farhan Akhtar. This week, the Ace of Swords indicates you will be grounded and focused on your work life. Moreover, you will be smartly focusing on positive energies. Angels, too, state that all of your manifestations will be coming true. Aquarius Aquarius is the sun sign of superstar Abhishek Bachchan, who tends to be soft at heart, emotional, and giving. The Hermit card states that this week, you will be thinking, analyzing, and introspecting. The doors of growth and opportunities will open up. While the special angel card underscores that you need to work hard for everything that you have been yearning for. The angels are guiding you, and they are going to ensure that things work out your way. Pisces If you are a Piscian, you share your sun sign with the macho man and B-town stunt boy, Tiger Shroff. You are pretty much like a coconut, hard on the exterior and soft on the inside. You go with the flow and jam well with others. This week, you need to drift away from personal negativity and focus more on the positive aspects of your life. Secondly, learn to take a step back from things that don't go as per your plan and allow the universe to do its job. Leo People with Leo as their sun sign are typically family-oriented. This week, you will be pleasing your parents and children. Additionally, you will be concentrating a lot on your emotional life. It is advisable to allow things to flow naturally and let the universe take its own time. Virgo Virgos are typically hard-working, just like the B-town actor, Ayushmann Khurrana. You are not only self-made but also positioned to charge forward with energy toward personal growth. For this week, especially women are going to get a lot emotional. Men can seek help from women and succeed in life. Hence, to all the men out there, do treat the women in your life well. Libra Hema Malini's sun sign is Libra. You tend to be a little secretive. For this week, the Page of Cups indicates that you will be focusing more on your emotions and love life. You will be listening to what your heart desires. On the other hand, believe in your energy and don't ever underestimate yourself. Scorpio Bollywood handsome hunk, Aditya Roy Kapoor's sun sign is Scorpio. You tend to possess a forgiving nature. However, this week might seem a little challenging, but don't lose hope. The universe is working for you and your welfare. This week offers a unique opportunity for each zodiac sign to embrace introspection and transformation. Whether you are a Sagittarius seeking financial growth or a Pisces learning to let go of negativity, remember to trust the process and allow the universe to unfold its plan for you.
India Today
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Exclusive: Arjun Rampal on Rana Naidu 2, embracing grey roles, real-life influences
Actor Arjun Rampal joined the world of 'Rana Naidu 2' as the antagonist. He portrays Rana Daggubati's on-screen arch-nemesis Rauf Mirza in the Netflix crime-thriller. In an exclusive interview with the 52-year-old spoke about playing dysfunctional, complex roles, admiration for real-life characters and authentic depiction of true 'Rana Naidu 2' actor holds a nostalgic place for millennials as a quintessential Bollywood hero. While reflecting on portraying a ruthless gangster with political ambition in the Karan Anshuman directorial, he highlights the unpredictability of his on being asked about what contributed to his decision to say yes to 'Rana Naidu 2', while ensuring the series is unique from other crime shows, said, "When I watched 'Rana Naidu 1' also, what I liked about the show is that it's a dysfunctional family, a dysfunctional protagonist and all the characters are very complex and weird." He further said, "The only way I would have done 'Rana Naidu 2' is if Rauf's character would also be dysfunctional and complex, which is what I enjoyed watching all those characters in Season 1. So, I enjoyed the way the story was being told and really liked the world of Rana Naidu. I thought it would be interesting to enter that world as Rauf.""Of course, it took a while for us to work on the character. Karan Anshuman, who is the creator of the show, sat with me," the actor went went back and forth quite a bit to make sure we draw a certain amount of unpredictability, complexity, humour, all of that into the character. I wanted people to enjoy watching him (Rauf) and not be too serious or boring," Rampal asked how he comes to terms with the human side of a character like Rauf, especially when he himself doesn't identify with his actions, the actor said, "I don't think anybody is really good or bad. There are always two sides to a story, whoever you are playing, whether it is a good guy or a bad guy. Unfortunately, we end up saying, 'This is a protagonist or antagonist'."He further said, "I think when you just look at people as characters, then good characters can only be created only if they come from a strong belief system. I think once you find a good belief system, and the character comes from an honest place and has real emotions, then it becomes more relatable and more human." Actor Arjun Rampal plays Rana Daggubati's on-screen rival Rauf in 'Rana Naidu 2'. (Credit: Instagram/netflix_in) Rampal played the titular role in his home-production 'Daddy' based on the life of gangster-turned-politician Arun Gawli. His character in 'Rana Naidu 2' is an antagonist who is loved and respected by the slum-dwellers of Mumbai. On being questioned about referring to any real-life character while prepping for Rauf's role, the actor said, "Obviously, when I was prepping for 'Daddy' there were a lot of people who I had met from the other side of the world. There is that memory of emotion."He further said, "There were many real-life characters whom I would have loved to put into the film, but I couldn't include everybody in it. But I do have memories of how they act and behave. They are very genuine and real people. They know that there is a bullet out there which has their name written on it.""They are living their life actually in the moment more than planning what is going to happen in the future. Because when they try to plan something, it is usually when everything actually goes wrong for them. That is what I wanted Rauf to be. Like he is just that guy who is right there." Rampal Rana Naidu 2 trailer here: The first season of 'Rana Naidu' was known for its violent theme and visuals. However, Rauf's character, despite being brutal and rageful, is not shown to be offensive towards women. Even though he is a potential threat to society, his interactions with Rana's daughter Nitya (Afrah Sayed) are delicately when asked if he also felt the need for sensitive handling of scenes, especially when it comes to showing violence against women on-screen, said, "I think it was more or less everyone's feeling on the show this time around. Because I know when 'Rana Naidu 1' came out, people found it (violence) a little too much."He further said, "But actually, it is a family show also about a complex, dysfunctional family. That is what drew me to the show in the first place. We wanted 'Rana Naidu 2' to be bigger, better and more open to a bigger audience.""So, it was not just my scenes with Nitya and what I felt about her, the show took a different tonality which is accessible to a wider audience, where maybe you can sit with your kids and watch the show," the actor added. Actor Arjun Rampal shared his views on portraying complex, dysfunctional characters on-screen. advertisementStreaming platforms have reshaped the entertainment landscape in recent years. Rampal, on being quizzed about whether he would be interested in exploring more stories in the digital space going forward, said, "I think it's a huge feather in the cap for the entertainment industry. We are all entertainers, storytellers who like to tell stories."He further said, "I am an actor telling the story of a director through a character. So, even if I was a producer or director, it's all part of the film business. It is also going to keep growing as a medium and keeps evolving every day into what the audiences want.""Today, the audiences have so much to choose from. So, it is very important to concentrate on good content. Anything ordinary, run-off-the-mill or stereotypical is not going to resonate with the audiences today," the actor went is there, and very much part of the industry. We shouldn't say, 'That's the film or television world or OTT world. Today all those lines are blurred. So many new actors and filmmakers have come into the industry. Because of platforms like these, people get to tell stories which maybe they would not get if they were just doing a film," Rampal added. Actor Arjun Rampal will next be seen in Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar'. (Credit: Instagram/rampal72) Rampal's upcoming film 'The Battle of Bhima Koregaon' is a period drama, while he is also a part of Aditya Dhar's spy-thriller 'Dhurandhar' (2026) with Ranveer Singh. When asked if he had any apprehensions about being associated with films related to real-life events, since there could be sensitive themes in the storytelling, he said, "When you make a true story, the idea is to stick to the facts and come out with the truth."He further said, "If you try to blur the lines of that truth or fictionalise it and make it very one-dimensional in terms of storytelling, then those kinds of films become more or less like propaganda which has got just one point of view. For me, those are dangerous films. Bringing the truth out there and telling the truth to the audience is being brave as a filmmaker.""In the world today, the lines of what's real and what's not are so blurred. To get refreshing true stories which you can tell, be it mythological, historical, biographies, etc, it is important to get your facts checked and to do your research properly," he went on."That's exciting to me. I enjoy watching that kind of cinema and being a part of it. Yes, there is a certain amount of responsibility that comes into it. When you choose to do it then you are making sure that the filmmaker trying to tell the story is doing it in the right way," Rampal added.'Rana Naidu 2' also features Venkatesh Daggubati, Surveen Chawla, Abhishek Banerjee, Sushant Singh, Kriti Kharbanda, Dino Morea, Rajat Kapoor, Tanuj Virwani and others in pivotal Today, in its review of the show, while describing Rampal's performance, wrote, "Arjun Rampal as the ruthless antagonist, invokes his inner beast with one of his best performances. The actor brings a novelty to his character after playing a real-life gangster in 'Daddy' (2017)."'Rana Naidu 2' was released on Netflix on June 13.- EndsMust Watch
News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Arjun Rampal Says Doing A Cameo In Nikita Roy Was ‘Truly A Pleasure'
The film is directed by Kussh S Sinha and written by Pavan Kirpalan, with Paresh Rawal and Suhail Nayyar also playing significant roles. Sonakshi Sinha is preparing for his upcoming psychological thriller Nikita Roy. Earlier this month, the filmmakers released a trailer that promised strong drama, spine-chilling horror moments and interesting narratives. While the actress is seen portraying a powerful character, Arjun Rampal also has a significant cameo in the film. The actor shared a glimpse of his role and expressed how delighted he was to be part of the film. Arjun Rampal shared a short clip where he appeared to be threatened by some external force. We also see a terrified Sonakshi later in the clip. In the caption, he wrote, 'It was truly a pleasure doing this cameo in #NikitaRoy the young @kusshssinha has made this unique film. With the support of two young boys I know since they were kids, are now young men and producers now. @nickkybhagnani @viickybhagnani all the best. @aslisona @pareshrawalofficial and the whole team thank you for a lovely memory. I do hope this movie finds its audience. Guys go for it. A good horror in the rain with hot samosas. Releasing in theatres on 27th June 2025." The film is directed by Kussh S Sinha and written by Pavan Kirpalan, with Paresh Rawal and Suhail Nayyar playing significant roles. Nikita Roy investigates the tenuous line between perception and reality, delving into issues such as paranoia, buried secrets, and the darker regions of the human mind. The film's trailer opens with Sonakshi Sinha approaching a frightening mansion in the woods at night, where she encounters demonic creatures. Paresh Rawal plays a phoney spiritual leader who manipulates others, and Sonakshi's character is determined to uncover his true identity within a week. She works together with Arjun Rampal's character to solve a series of murders. Produced by Nickky Khemchand Bhagnani, Viicky Bhagnani, Ankur Takrani, Dinesh Ratiram Gupta, Kinjal Ashok Ghone and Kratos Entertainment, the film is slated to hit the theatres on June 27. Meanwhile, Arjun Rampal joined Venkatesh and Rana Daggubati in Raina Naidu 2. The actor plays the menacing villain, Rauf in the show. First Published:
Time of India
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Arjun Rampal praises Ranbir Kapoor's 'Animal' performance, celebrates rise of dark, complex roles in Hindi cinema
Arjun Rampal embraces Bollywood's shift toward darker, complex characters. In 'Rana Naidu Season 2', he delivers a powerful performance as Rauf. He praises Ranbir Kapoor's Animal and highlights evolving villain portrayals. With ten upcoming projects, Rampal remains committed to exploring morally ambiguous roles and pushing storytelling boundaries. Arjun Rampal continues to choose roles that explore deep and complex emotions. In 'Rana Naidu Season 2', he delivers a powerful performance as Rauf, blending menace with humanity. Rampal also highlights Bollywood's growing trend toward darker, more intricate characters—an artistic direction he fully embraces. Evolution of Villains and Anti-Heroes in Bollywood Speaking to Arjun observes a clear evolution in Bollywood's portrayal of villains and anti-heroes. He notes that only a select few actors have taken on these darker roles, but those who have explored anti-heroes or dark characters have been extremely successful. He highlights 'Animal' as a standout example, saying, 'Take Animal, for example—how successful was that? Ranbir was fantastic in it. ' From One-Dimensional Villains to Complex Characters The actor points to a notable evolution in Hindi films, where villains are no longer just simple obstacles for the hero. Instead, they are portrayed as complex individuals with emotions, histories, and reasons behind their actions. This shift makes them more relatable and captivating, moving beyond the traditional 'evil' stereotype. Opportunities and Challenges in Portraying Dark Roles Rampal also observes that while some are doing it really well, others maybe need to do it a bit better. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo He remains optimistic that filmmakers will keep pushing boundaries and provide actors with opportunities to take on such challenging roles. According to him, this not only excites audiences but also allows actors to grow and test their limits. Rampal's Commitment to Morally Ambiguous Characters Whether playing a multifaceted gangster in 'Daddy' or his recent role in 'Rana Naidu', Rampal gravitates toward morally ambiguous roles. Reportedly, with ten upcoming projects—including intense dramas, suspense thrillers, and experimental films—he's committed to pushing the boundaries of storytelling.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time of India
DIY shea butter shower scrub to nourish your skin in one step
(Image Credits: Pinterest) The unexpected hailstorms and rain showers made 2025 summers cooler, eventually gradually affecting our skin texture, which was battling for moisture under the dry summer winds. However, with the humid weather taking over faster than expected, you might want to amp up your skincare routine. This starts with owning a moisturising scrub that will properly nourish your skin with an exfoliant agent that will remove your summer dead skin cells, blackheads, and ingrown hair issues, seeping the cells with immense moisture. To enjoy all-in-one nourishment, let's try to check out this shea butter shower scrub recipe in this unprecedented weather. (Image Credits: Pinterest) Check the ingredients 6 tablespoons of shea butter 15 tablespoons of organic coconut oil 20 tablespoons of sugar 30 drops of lavender essential oil 6 drops of vetiver essential oil Arjun Rampal's girlfriend Gabriella Demetriades reacts after a troll says her lips look 'bee-stung' How to make it? Step 1: Mix the quantities of shea butter and coconut oil in a bowl and microwave them so that the portions melt, blending with each other. Step 2: Stir it well once done and let the mixture cool down for a bit. Now, add the sugar and essential oils, and stir all the ingredients together. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Step 3: Once all the ingredients settle down, store it in a glass jar and apply it twice a week. (Image Credits: Pinterest) How to use it? Step 1: Use 4 tablespoons of this scrub in the shower to exfoliate your skin. Step 2: Add this to your loofah and gently start the exfoliation process. Step 3: You can also use it as a shaving cream, which will make for a good hand and foot scrub at home. Step 4: Rinse it with warm water, and apply a moisturising oil or cream. When it comes to natural products, there are easy and fun ways to combine them with your nourishing body scrub. From Dead Sea salts to coffee granules, create a scrub that will be gentle on your skin, with miraculous results. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
