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Economic Times
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
'No one's getting married… but everyone's invited': Indians abroad join the ‘Fake Indian wedding' trend
Agencies A unique celebration is heading to Frankfurt this summer. On August 9, the German city will host a large-scale 'fake wedding' event, complete with wedding decor, choreographed entries, and dancing baraatis - but no actual marriage. The event named under 'Band Baaja Baarat- No one's getting married… but EVERYONE's invited' is drawing attention for offering a wedding-themed party without the pressure or commitments of a real event will give guests a chance to enjoy the best parts of a wedding - DJ sets, cocktails, dance performances, and a curated guest list along with the traditional rituals, but minus the family drama. 'No Drama, Just Dancing': What to expect in the 'wedding' According to event teasers and past editions, the August 9 event will feature: Delhi-NCR sets the stage for the trend While the concept is now reaching Europe, Delhi-NCR has already seen a wave of such celebrations over the past few months. Social media is full of videos from 'fake weddings' held at local clubs and event venues across Gurugram and South Delhi, where guests dress up in lehengas and sherwanis for an all-night party without an actual couple tying the events are typically designed around a fully staged wedding setup, complete with varmala exchanges, photographers, and even impromptu skits. Guests often play roles, from bride and groom to enthusiastic relatives. The aim is to relive or simulate a big fat Indian wedding without the social and financial strings attached. What's driving the popularity of 'fake weddings'? The rise of fake weddings, especially among millennials and Gen Z, points to a shift in how social gatherings are being reimagined. Organizers say these parties offer a blend of nostalgia and freedom - allowing people to experience the grandeur of a wedding celebration without the associated cultural connection with weddings has made it a natural ground for the rising trend of fake wedding events. In fast-paced urban environments where traditional celebrations are less frequent, these events offer an opportunity for people to reconnect with familiar rituals in a light-hearted setting. With no real marriage involved, the focus is purely on enjoyment, highlighting how modern audiences are embracing celebration as an experience in the format also creates space for inclusive celebrations - open to singles, couples, and groups of friends alike, without the cultural restrictions of a traditional ceremony. (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates) Elevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea. Apple has a new Indian-American COO. What it needs might be a new CEO. Central banks' existential crisis — between alchemy and algorithm What if Tata Motors buys Iveco's truck unit? Will it propel or drag like JLR? Paid less than plumbers? The real story of freshers' salaries at Infy, TCS. Stock Radar: HDFC AMC gives a breakout from Cup & Handle pattern to hit fresh highs – time to buy or book profits? These large-caps have 'strong buy' & 'buy' recos and an upside potential of more than 20% Weekly Top Picks: These stocks scored 10 on 10 on Stock Reports Plus Stock picks of the week: 4 stocks with consistent score improvement and return potential of more than 19% in 1 year
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sara Arjun's 'Then and Now' pics from Salman Khan's 'Jai Ho'; Aishwarya Rai's 'Ponniyin Selvan2' go VIRAL amid controversy over casting with Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar
Sara Arjun is all the internet has been buzzing about, after her big reveal in the Dhurandhar movie first glimpse. Shortly after the clip released on the occasion of leading man Ranveer Singh 's birthday, a series of 'Then & Now' photos of the actress have taken over social media. While some fans have marvelled at the beauty's all-grown-up avatar, others have been igniting a heated debate over her 20-year age gap with co-star Ranveer. The film's newly released visuals have left fans stunned to see the former child star now paired opposite Bollywood's powerhouse Ranveer, who is twice her age. The photos that have gone viral feature the actress as a child in Salman Khan 's Jai Ho (2014) and later in Mani Ratnam 's Ponniyin Selvan 2 alongside Aishwarya Rai . However, reacting to her casting in Dhurandhar, many expressed their surprise and concern over the 20-year age gap between the beauty and Ranveer. One fan tweeted, '#SaraArjun played a school girl in #SalmanKhan's #JaiHo (2014). She is now romancing #RanveerSingh in #Dhurandhar.' Another added, '#DheivaThirumagal Fame Sara Arjun is the Pair of #RanveerSingh in his Upcoming Film #Dhurandhar.' And perhaps epitomising the shock, a fan remarked, 'Sara Arjun was five years old when Band Baaja Baarat released.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like You Won't Believe the Price of These Dubai Apartments Binghatti Developers FZE Get Offer Undo A number of fans described their pairing as 'creepy,' with some likening it to 'dad-daughter vibes' rather than a romantic duo. Others claimed that the actress was still a teen when she began filming the movie with the actor who turned 40 over the weekend. However, others have urged restraint, suggesting that narrative context might justify the casting choice in the espionage drama. 'Unless you watch it, you can't confirm if it's a romantic pairing… maybe it's intentional casting for a mission arc,' read the post. Directed by Aditya Dhar , Dhurandhar features a star-studded cast including Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Akshaye Khanna , and Arjun Rampal, and is slated for a December 5, 2025 release.
Pink Villa
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
In Pics: 9 adorable moments Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma proved true love exists
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma are known to be one of the ideal couples of the industry. The pair, who married each other in 2018, have often shared love-filled pictures on Instagram, making the fans swoon over the duo's relationship. Both Kohli and the actress have stood by each other through thick and thin. Be it Sharma cheering for her husband from the stands or the cricketer showering love on his wife on special occasions. In one of the recent pictures of the couple, Kohli took to his Instagram to wish his wife a memorable birthday by dropping an adorable picture. The couple donned white-colored outfits while embracing each other against a naturalistic background. The sportsman also went on to call Anushka the 'guiding light of all of our lives.' Another one of the jolly pictures of the couple posted on Kohli's social media had the cricketer laughing beside the Band Baaja Baarat actress. While Virat opted for a casual look in a black t-shirt and pants, Anushka chose a white midi dress with drinks in their hands. Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma celebrated their sixth wedding anniversary in an all-black ensemble. As the sportsman posed for the camera, the actress lovingly hugged him from the back, making it one romantic moment. The couple have also shown their goofy side to the fans. While wearing matching outfits, they also posed looking funny for the camera. The carousel includes some love- and fun-filled pictures. Not only have the pair rocked their casual and western looks, but they have also served royalty in traditional looks. Looking a lot in love, the couple gave each other a side hug for the picture. Moreover, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma surely know how to 'clean up well.' As the former Indian cricket team captain gave an intense look of love to his wife, Sharma, too, matched his energy while dressing up in a one-shouldered dress. If love had a face, it would look like this. The cricketer and Sharma clicked several pictures, enjoying each other's company and being goofy around one another. Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma never miss a chance to be out of each other's frame. The cricketer posted an adorable selfie of the pair together. They opted for casual looks as they stepped out for a car ride. As the couple celebrated the new year together, both the cricketer and the actress looked glamorous as they stepped out for dinner.
Hindustan Times
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
‘Bewakuf hai kya?': Anurag Kashyap's harsh reaction when Nawazuddin Siddiqui imitated Al Pacino for Gangs of Wasseypur
Nawazuddin Siddiqui's portrayal of Faisal Khan in Gangs of Wasseypur will be forever etched in the memories of cinema lovers. But few people know that Nawaz was inclined to imitate Hollywood legend Al Pacino to bring gravitas to the performance. In a new interview, the actor revealed that director Anurag Kashyap would have none of it and had different advice for him. (Also read: Did You Know Nawazuddin Siddiqui trained Ranveer Singh for his Bollywood debut in Band Baaja Baarat?) In an interview with Filmfare, Nawaz recalled, "I went on the first day acting like Al Pacino. I had thought about emulating him beforehand. I used to have phases – Robert De Niro for three months, Al Pacino for three months, and Brando. He said, 'Bewakoof hai kya tu? (Are you stupid?) Don't do that, you will become stiff and stuck in one place." Nawaz added that he tried to use the Scarface actor to make his performance more powerful; however, Anurag had a different suggestion. 'Anurag said that vo mera kaam hai, main tere peeche 6 foot ke log khade kardunga, apne aap powerful lagega (That's my work, I will put tall men behind you, you will look powerful). Don't do anything, be normal. I couldn't sleep the whole night. I felt that he was right. The very next day, I went and forgot everything. Bhaad mein jaaye, main Nawaz hu, main jaisa dikhta hu vaisa hi jaakar karunga. (Let it go to hell. I am Nawaz, and I will act the way I feel is right" The advice clearly worked for him, as Gangs of Wasseypur became a cult classic and is still revered by the audience. Nawazuddin is currently seen in the movie Costao. He plays Costao Fernandes, a Goa customs officer who sacrifices everything to bust a gold smuggling operation. Directed by Sejal Shah, the biographical drama also stars Priya Bapat, Kishore, Hussain Dalal, and Mahika Sharma in key roles. The film is streaming on ZEE5.
News18
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Salman Khan's THIS Co-Star Trained Ranveer Singh For His Bollywood Debut
Last Updated: The actor mentioned that Ranveer Singh already had the skills needed to be an actor. He just learnt how to use them. Ranveer Singh made a stellar debut with Anushka Sharma in Band Baaja Baarat. His debut role was a breakthrough role that put him on the map. In a recent chat with Pinkvilla, Nawazuddin Siddiqui revealed that he trained Ranveer in his workshop. However, the Kick actor maintained that Ranveer had his capabilities and only needed to learn how to use those skills. Nawazuddin Siddiqui said, 'I trained Ranveer for a while for his role in Band Baaja Baarat, and in one sense, I had become the 'workshop guy'. I used to say that whoever wants to be an actor and get launched, I am there for you. Even though he was in the workshop, I don't believe you actually teach acting; he had his own capabilities. All I did was show him several ways to use that skill, but at the end of the day, the person has to do it themselves." Although Ranveer Singh became popular after the film's release, very few people had faith in him before his debut. In an earlier episode of Koffee With Karan, Karan Johar recalled how he was not convinced by Aditya Chopra's decision to launch Ranveer. He said, 'I was meeting Yash uncle (Yash Chopra) for lunch. So some assistant directors were playing table tennis. Aditya Chopra pointed out that one of those boys is not AD; he is the boy who is starring in Band Baaja Baaraat. I said, 'Who?'" 'I saw the poster of the film, and I told them that they have to change this poster. I was like, 'I have no hope. I'm not going to go and see this film because Aditya never calls me for any previews anymore. I went to see this film, and I was like, 'Oh my god. He's a movie star,'" Karan added. Today, Ranveer Singh is among the top actors in India. He is currently shooting for Dhurandhar. He also has Farhan Akhtar's Don 3 in the pipeline. As Nawazuddin Siddiqui, he has proven his acting chops time and again and has worked with actors like Salman Khan, Varun Dhawan, Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan. He was recently seen in Costao and was lauded for his performance. First Published:
