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India Today
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Preity Zinta, Neena and Masaba Gupta attend Wimbledon Final in London. See pics
Actors Preity Zinta and her husband Gene Goodenough, Neena Gupta and her daughter, designer Masaba Gupta, are the latest Bollywood celebrities to attend Wimbledon. They shared photos from the Men's Final match on social media, adding to the fanfare and and Goodenough enjoyed the experience with friends in London. In the photos shared on Instagram, the 50-year-old actor was seen mingling with friends. The sunny weather prompted Zinta to fan herself, a moment she humorously captured on video during the event. The actor also indulged in traditional Wimbledon fare by having strawberries, adding a signature touch to her memorable day a fun weekend this has been with my hubby - my Pati Parmeshwar and my favourite girls, watching an unbelievable game of tennis! It was awesome to see the men's finals at Wimbledon. "Congratulations @janniksin for winning your first Wimbledon title and hard luck @carlitosalcarazz you fought hard and gave us a thrilling match. (sic)", she wrote in the caption. The 'Chori Chori Chupke Chupke' actor wore a polka-dotted blue dress that matched her husband Gene ensemble. Gene opted for a white shirt, blue blazer, and trousers for the event. Both added a touch of style to their coordinated outfits with dark sunglasses. The couple appeared relaxed and cheerful as they posed for pictures at the iconic sports a look at Preity Zinta's post here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Preity G Zinta (@realpz)Neena Gupta wore a white floral saree at the event and completed her look with sunglasses. Her daughter complimented her look by wearing a white dress, paired with a white jacket, matching sneakers and a look at Neena and Masaba Gupta's Wimbledon outing here:Several celebrities, including Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma, Avneet Kaur and Urvashi Rautela, earlier attended the sporting the professional front, Preity Zinta will be seen in the upcoming Rajkumar Santoshi's film 'Lahore 1947.' She was last seen in the 2018 film 'Bhaiaji Superhit', co-starring Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Ali Fazal, and Karan Deol. She will also reportedly reunite with actor Hrithik Roshan for 'Krrish 4'.Meanwhile, Neena Gupta recently appeared in fourth season of 'Panchayat'. The series is currently streaming on Prime Video. She also starred in filmmaker Anurag Basu's multi-starrer film 'Metro In Dino', which is currently running in theatres. - EndsTrending Reel IN THIS STORY#Preity Zinta
Indian Express
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
This Salman Khan and Rani Mukerji-starrer was reportedly funded by Chhota Shakeel, ensuing scandal exposed Bollywood-underworld nexus
In the late 90s and early 2000s, the Mumbai underworld made inroads into the world of films. The connection between the mafia and the Hindi film industry dates back to the 1960s, when Haji Mastan would often be seen socialising with the biggest stars of that era, such as Dilip Kumar and Sanjeev Kumar. Later, when Dawood Ibrahim became the most feared gangster in Mumbai, his associates were known to pressure film stars into doing movies for them. The attempt was to convert black money into white. The Bollywood-underworld nexus was properly exposed during the making of the 2003 film Chori Chori Chupke Chupke, directed by Abbas-Mustan and starring Salman Khan, Preity Zinta, and Rani Mukerji. Preity was the only one who testified against the underworld in the ensuing trial, while all other witnesses turned hostile. At a 2018 India Today event, she reflected on the scary experience. 'For the record, if I knew that everyone was going to back out, I also would have. It was a scary time in my life. I should have been protected. Whatever I said in court was on TV ten minutes later,' she recalled, making a reference to her colleagues turning hostile, and going on to mention the assassination attempt on filmmaker Rakesh Roshan's life. Also read – The producer of an Amitabh Bachchan film was kidnapped in broad daylight by Pathan mafia; Dilip Kumar got the investigation started She continued, 'I don't think there was anything happening on that set. But there was definitely fear going around. Because Rakesh ji (Roshan) had been shot. Everyone was paranoid. People would keep their phones switched off, worried that they will get a call.' She added, 'I was fine till they were scaring me, but once they started abusing, I lost it. I can take stress, but not people abusing me. I learnt that if you get a call from +92, don't pick up! Luckily I was famous. Had I not been, it would've been tough. They all said why did you have to be the one to do all this?' But my way of thinking was different. I didn't have a family, I didn't have children.' Because of her testimony, several individuals involved in the film were arrested. Chhota Shakeel's henchman Anjum Fazlani, who was arrested in connection with the case, was acquitted in 2010. 'Even Salman Khan, who had deposed before the court in March could not identify Fazlani, and he was declared hostile,' the accused's lawyer, Prakash Shetty, told Hindustan Times. During the trial, Salman is said to have suggested that he may or may not have met Fazlani, but couldn't recall. In 2003, the Special Court in Mumbai convicted financier Bharat Shah and sentenced him to a year in prison. But Shah walked free because he'd already spent 14 months in custody. His co-producer Nazim Rizvi was reportedly the man who was sent by Chhota Shakeel to sign Salman and other stars for the film. Salman would later go on to testify that he wasn't under any pressure. According to journalist Hussain Zaidi's book Dongri to Dubai: Six Decades of the Mumbai Mafia, Rizvi made many unsuccessful attempts at getting Salman on board, and Fazlani was assigned the job only because Rizvi failed. Based on the information that the Mumbai police accessed by tapping the phones of suspects, it was discovered that the underworld had code names for Bollywood personalities. Bharat Shah was 'BS', Salman was 'Pehelwan', and Shah Rukh Khan, who managed to give Rizvi the slip several times, was 'Hakla'. Also read – When Anurag Kashyap was kidnapped by a gangster after Satya: 'Unhone khana khilaya…' Zaidi wrote in his book, 'Rizvi also would regularly visit Salman and say politely, 'Excuse me, Salman Khan. Could you please speak to Shakeel bhai?' The muscular movie star did not take him seriously at all and snubbed him regularly. Rizvi was very often dragged kicking and screaming to the gates and kicked off the set by the security guards there.' After Rizvi failed one too many times, Fazlani was sent to secure Salman's services. 'Fazlani walked in and handed the phone over to Salman, telling him that Shakeel was on the line and wished to speak with the actor. Salman took the phone and found himself backed into a corner, with no possible way to deny Shakeel his demands. Salman was forced to work in the film Chori Chori Chupke Chupke . Shakeel funded it, pumping 15 crore rupees into this first venture. It was later established that Salman, Rani, Abbas-Mustan, and the others had participated in the film under duress as their lives were in danger and so, they were not detained further, nor were charges filed against them,' Zaidi wrote. The release of Chori Chori Chupke Chupke was delayed due to the investigation, but the movie was eventually released in theatres some months later. It earned moderately positive reviews, which singled out Preity's performance as a sex worker-turned-surrogate. According to Zaidi, Chhota Shakeel pumped Rs 15 crore into the project, via Bharat Shah and Rizvi. According to a Guardian report, Rizvi was also accused of trying to kill Hrithik Roshan, who was code-named 'Chikna', and his producer father Rakesh, code-named 'Takla'.
Economic Times
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
16 years ago Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan's co-star actress adopted 34 orphaned girls. Can you guess who?
A Mother to 34 Girls at Age 34 Preity Zinta Motivated by Harsh Realities Early Life and Career Highlights Preity Zinta, a beloved Bollywood actress known for her memorable roles in films like Shah Rukha Khan starrer Veer-Zaara and Kal Ho Na Ho or Salman Khan's 'Chori Chori Chupke Chupke', made a remarkable humanitarian gesture 16 years ago. On her 34th birthday in 2009, she adopted 34 orphaned girls, committing herself to their upbringing, education, and well-being. This act of kindness reflects her deep concern for underprivileged children and her desire to make a meaningful difference beyond the silver the age of 34, Preity Zinta surprised many by announcing her adoption of 34 girls from the Mother Miracle orphanage in Rishikesh. She expressed, "I've adopted 34 girls. I'll be looking after their entire upbringing from education to food, clothes etc. You've no idea how wonderful it feels to hear the excited chatter of all these girls together. These are my children now, my responsibility. I'll be constantly connected with them and I'll visit them twice a year." Her dedication went beyond words, as she personally ensured that the girls received proper schooling, nutrition, and revealed that the stories of female foeticide and the harsh environments faced by many girls deeply affected her. She was troubled by the conditions underprivileged children endured and felt compelled to act. This commitment was not a one-time effort; she intended to adopt more children over time. Her visits twice a year kept her connected to the girls and their progress, showing her ongoing Preity stepped back from films after marrying American businessman Gene Goodenough in 2016, she has continued her social work quietly. In November 2021, the couple announced the birth of their twins, Jai and Gia, via surrogacy. Even as a mother in her personal life, Preity's role as a caregiver extends to the children she adopted years Zinta's journey has been marked by resilience. She lost her father in a car accident when she was 13, and her mother passed away two years later. Despite these hardships, she made a strong start in Bollywood with her debut in Dil Se (1998) and rose to fame with hits like Kya Kehna and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. Today, she remains an inspiration not only for her cinematic achievements but also for her compassionate social initiatives.
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
16 years ago Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan's co-star actress adopted 34 orphaned girls. Can you guess who?
A Mother to 34 Girls at Age 34 Preity Zinta Motivated by Harsh Realities Early Life and Career Highlights Preity Zinta, a beloved Bollywood actress known for her memorable roles in films like Shah Rukha Khan starrer Veer-Zaara and Kal Ho Na Ho or Salman Khan's 'Chori Chori Chupke Chupke', made a remarkable humanitarian gesture 16 years ago. On her 34th birthday in 2009, she adopted 34 orphaned girls, committing herself to their upbringing, education, and well-being. This act of kindness reflects her deep concern for underprivileged children and her desire to make a meaningful difference beyond the silver the age of 34, Preity Zinta surprised many by announcing her adoption of 34 girls from the Mother Miracle orphanage in Rishikesh. She expressed, "I've adopted 34 girls. I'll be looking after their entire upbringing from education to food, clothes etc. You've no idea how wonderful it feels to hear the excited chatter of all these girls together. These are my children now, my responsibility. I'll be constantly connected with them and I'll visit them twice a year." Her dedication went beyond words, as she personally ensured that the girls received proper schooling, nutrition, and revealed that the stories of female foeticide and the harsh environments faced by many girls deeply affected her. She was troubled by the conditions underprivileged children endured and felt compelled to act. This commitment was not a one-time effort; she intended to adopt more children over time. Her visits twice a year kept her connected to the girls and their progress, showing her ongoing Preity stepped back from films after marrying American businessman Gene Goodenough in 2016, she has continued her social work quietly. In November 2021, the couple announced the birth of their twins, Jai and Gia, via surrogacy. Even as a mother in her personal life, Preity's role as a caregiver extends to the children she adopted years Zinta's journey has been marked by resilience. She lost her father in a car accident when she was 13, and her mother passed away two years later. Despite these hardships, she made a strong start in Bollywood with her debut in Dil Se (1998) and rose to fame with hits like Kya Kehna and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. Today, she remains an inspiration not only for her cinematic achievements but also for her compassionate social initiatives.
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First Post
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
This actress testified against the underworld, was harassed by her fiancé, said no to Rs 600 crore ancestral property
In an interview, the actress revealed, 'For the record, if I knew that everyone was going to back out, I also would have. It was a scary time in my life.' read more Preity Zinta made her Bollywood debut in the year 1998. In 2001, the media said she was the only man in the industry when she testified against underworld gangsters in court. Her film Chori Chori Chupke Chupke was reportedly funded by gangster Chhota Shakeel. Producers Bharat Shah and Nazim Rizvi were even sent to jail. In an interview, the actress revealed, 'For the record, if I knew that everyone was going to back out, I also would have. It was a scary time in my life. I should have been protected. Whatever I said in court was on TV ten minutes later.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD She added, 'I was fine till they were scaring me, but once they started abusing, I lost it. I can take stress, but not people abusing me. I learnt that if you get a call from +92, don't pick up! Luckily I was famous. Had I not been, it would've been tough.' Refusing Kamal Amrohi's ancestral property Kamal Amrohi, the legendary filmmaker's son had a strong bond with Preity Zinta and wanted to bequeath Amrohi's Rs 600 crore ancestral property on her name but the actress declined. 'I am not in such a bad position that someone else's property is required,' said Zinta in a statement years ago. Amrohi then said in an interview, 'If I said that Preity is like a daughter to me, did I commit a crime? Log aaj kal apni beti ko bhi sahi nazar se nahi dekhte aur maine kisi gair ki beti ko izzat dee hai (These days people cast a wrong eye on their own daughters, and I gave respect to someone else's daughter).' That's not all, back in 2014, Preity Zinta accused former fiancé Ness Wadia of harassment and abuse. The matter was then settled out of court.
