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Time of India
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Varun Dhawan's heartwarming fan encounter at the airport: 'Border 2' star gives his sunglasses to the fascinated young kid
Varun Dhawan , the actor who is renowned for being kind and gracious, had an adorable moment at the airport with a child who was fascinated by his sunglasses. The 38-year-old has had a lot of fan moments throughout his career, especially with children who don't hesitate to shower him with love. Varun Dhawan's dorable fan interaction... In the viral clip of ETimes, the 'Badlapur' actor was spotted leaving the airport, where he was swarmed by his fans, including two little ones. Donning a baby pink and black co-ord set, along with a pair of luxurious pink sneakers and a pair of shades, Dhawan was heading towards his car at the parking lot. While walking through the way, there were many glances, but he prominently stopped when two kids and a woman approached the actor. The elder kid, who was excited, asked for a picture, while the younger notorious kid was fascinated by Varun's reflecting shades. As he bowed down towards the kid, the actor removed his sunglasses and handed them to the younger one. The child, who was in all smiles, wore the pair and posed with a smirk on his face alongside the Bollywood actor. Dhawan thanked them and left the premises, while the other fans were eager to capture a picture with him. After clicking pictures with them, Varun sat in his car to leave the airport. Varun Dhawan wrapped his part of the shoot... Meanwhile, Varun recently shared a video relaxing with Ahan Shetty , celebrating the wrap for 'Border 2' at NDA, Pune. The actors, who wore bathrobes, were enjoying tea and biscuits under the shed, amid the monsoon showers. Sharing the behind-the-scenes, Dhawan and Shetty had an amusing interaction about how they have never tried the famous cookie by dipping it in the tea. The result? 'Bohot Badhiya,' Ahan said, approving the delicacy.
India.com
23-06-2025
- 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.
India.com
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actor who did C-grade films, worked with Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, has net worth of Rs...
Bollywood has been a place where actors and actresses need to be on their toes always. From grabbing the right opportunity to fitting into a role perfectly like a jigsaw puzzle, one needs to be prepared. Today, we are going to discuss an actor who, with his grit and determination, made his way into the Bollywood industry. There was a time when he worked in C-grade films, but today, he is counted among the most talented actors in the industry. This person was initially underestimated a lot, but then he changed the tide and became a top actor in the industry. People overlooked him for his dark complexion and height, but he proved everyone wrong. From movies to series, this actor has his 'dabdaba' among the audience. We are talking about none other than Nawazuddin Siddiqui. Born in Budhana, Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, Nawazuddin completed his studies from Gurukul Kangri University, Haridwar. To earn his bread and butter, he went to Vadodara and became a chemist. However, Nawaz knew that his passion lay in acting. Hence, he came to Delhi and learned the nuances of acting by enrolling in the National School of Drama (NSD), and then came to Mumbai in search of work. Nawazuddin Siddiqui kept doing small roles for years. During this time, he also did C-grade films. On Kapil Sharma's show, the actor had said, 'Nobody even knows about half of the films. There were many C-grade films, they were being made at that time, so I used to work in them too.' Nawazuddin Siddiqui's 'big break' in Bollywood came when he featured in Anurag Kashyap's Gangs of Wasseypur – Part 2 in 2012. His portrayal of Faizal Khan received widespread praise. Since then, he never looked back. Nawazuddin Siddiqui, who started his career in Bollywood with a small role in Aamir Khan's film Sarfarosh, has appeared in many great films including Gangs of Wasseypur, Badlapur, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Kahaani and Raees. Today, he leads a luxurious life and lives in a home worth Rs 12 crore. Talking about the actor's net worth, according to media reports, his total assets are Rs 160 crore.
News18
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
How Radhika Apte Has Normalised Nudity On Screen, Done Bold Scenes From Parched To Sister Midnight
Last Updated: Radhika Apte does not shout from rooftops about going 'bold' in films. She does it with nonchalance, like she has for multiple roles, including the recent one in Sister Midnight. Radhika Apte Bold Roles: Over the last decade, Radhika Apte has carved out a space in Indian and international cinema that defies conventional norms. While many actresses shy away from roles involving nudity or vulnerability — often for fear of being typecast — Radhika has chosen to lean into characters that require a certain physical and emotional nakedness. It's not for provocation, and rarely for glamour. Instead, it seems like a choice rooted in the script and character. What separates her from others who have played 'bold" roles is the absence of performance for attention. She doesn't market herself as fearless, but simply does the work — and lets the work speak for itself. Directors, from Anurag Kashyap to Leena Yadav, have often trusted her with characters that navigate complex emotional terrains — where nudity, as and when it appears, is part of the narrative arc, not a shortcut to headlines. Recently, CBFC ordered to remove a nudity scene from Karan Kandhari's 'Sister Midnight', Radhika Apte's most-recent release, which has now hit OTT platform Tubi, with an 'A' certificate. Here's a list of boldest scenes in Radhika Apte's film career: That Day After Everyday (2013) In Anurag Kashyap's short film, Radhika plays one of three women confronting street harassment. Though there is no explicit nudity, the subtle physicality — bruises on face and a visibly guarded posture — convey a body that has been hurt and transforming. The film brought her physical expression into the foreground, turning it into a tool of empowerment rather than reducing it to just sexuality. Radhika had once opened up on how she connected immediately with the film's message. 'As Indian women we get eve‑teased a lot… it was really easy to connect," she had said. Badlapur (2015) In the film Radhika Apte played Koko, whose cameo included a disturbing scene where she's coerced into undressing by Varun Dhawan's character. The moment was uncomfortable and served the film's dark tone rather than aiming for titillation. Radhika was lauded for delivering it with restraint, letting discomfort and tension take the lead than just nudity. True to form, she never sensationalised it — treating the scene as part of the narrative, not a publicity hook. Parched (2016) Leena Yadav's Parched marked a major turning point in Radhika Apte's career. Radhika's portrayal of Lajjo included a leaked nude scene that made waves online and dominated headlines. In a chat with The News Minute, she said, 'A female body is not just sexual. But this is a trap men are prone to too, not just women. that was a step towards feeling more liberated about my body. You watch a certain thing, you read a certain way, you aspire to be that person who doesn't have inhibitions. But actually taking that step to be that, to practice what you believe in. Taking that step made me feel happy." Madly (2016) In Anurag Kashyap's 'Clean Shaven" segment from the anthology 'Madly", Radhika Apte plays Archana, a woman navigating marital trauma. Her character forms a connection with her neighbour Allwyn (Adarsh Gourav), culminating in a scene of brief frontal nudity — driven solely by vulnerability, not provocation. When stills from the tastefully shot short leaked online, Radhika called the scene 'extremely liberating," saying it helped her shed deep-rooted body insecurities. Her performance earned her the Best Actress award at Tribeca Film Festival. Opening up on the scene, Anurag Kashyap told The Times Of India in an interview, 'It took us so much time to do it in a non-sexual way, as it is meant to be absolutely non-sexual and we took all the care we could. It was not easy to find an actor who is brave enough to participate in it. And then, all of a sudden after a month from nowhere, this video popped up online." The Wedding Guest (2018) In this film, Radhika Apte starred opposite Dev Patel, playing Samira, a young bride-to-be caught in a cross-border kidnapping plot. While the film is filled with suspense, the moment that truly lingered with the audience was the intimate love scene between Samira and Jay (Dev Patel). The scene was leaked online but grabbed eyeballs not for eroticism, but for how emotionally raw it felt . The scene earned critical praise for both its restraint and realism. When the leaked stills became the talking point, Radhika said, as reported in Republic, 'The film… has many other beautiful sequences and the fact that one particular sex scene got leaked because of the psychotic mentality of society." Sister Midnight (2024) On the personal front, Radhika Apte and her husband, Benedict Taylor, welcomed their first child in December 2024. First Published:
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sister Midnight: Where to watch Radhika Apte's bold feminist drama online
Sister Midnight OTT release: Sister Midnight, which had a limited theatrical release in India on May 30, has proved to be a game-changer for Radhika Apte. The film features a bold theme and gives her the opportunity to showcase her abilities to the fullest. In India, Sister Midnight is available to watch on Tubi. In the UK, it is available to stream on services such as Apple TV and Google Play. What's the story about? Sister Midnight is a dark comedy drama that centres on a newly-married woman who arrives in Mumbai with her husband and soon finds herself stuck in a dull marriage. Her husband neglects her and never gets intimate with her. She develops a bond with an 'aunty' who lives next door, but that too adds to her worries. Meet the cast and crew Sister Midnight features Radhika Apte as Uma, a married woman. The actress is a known name in the film industry. Some of her biggest releases include Kabali, Parched, and Badlapur. She also essayed key roles in Sacred Games and Ghoul. She is joined by Ashok Pathak, who plays her husband, Gopal. The 40-year-old is best known for his work on Panchayat. The cast of Sister Midnight also includes Dev Raaz, Chhaya Kadam and Smita Tambe. Sister Midnight is directed by Karan Kandhari, Paul Banks serves as the music director.
