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Indian Express
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Amrish Puri lost his memory after shooting under a waterfall for an Ajay Devgn film: ‘Kaun hu main, kya kar raha hu?'
Every Kajol fan must have come across her famous behind-the-scenes story of temporarily losing her memory on the sets of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. But, did you know late actor Amrish Puri also went through a similar experience? Amrish Puri was shooting with Kajol's husband, actor Ajay Devgn, when he had a short-term memory loss. He lost his memory for at least three hours, creating a panic on the set. While recounting her experience on Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kajol said in an interview with Mashable India that her on-screen dad from Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge (DDLJ) went through a similar experience. 'Amrish ji ki bhi yaadash gayi thi (Amrish Puri too lost his memory),' said the actress. She explained, 'He was shooting for a film with Ajay (Devgn) and he had to give a shot from under a waterfall. And one can only imagine the kind of force a waterfall has… Ajay told me there was no padding on his head so when he came out of the waterfall, he couldn't remember a thing.' ALSO READ | Shefali Jariwala once posed competition to Priyanka Chopra and Lara Dutta, but secret illness stalled career: 'Suffered epilepsy since 15' 'He was all like, 'Kaun hu mai? Kya kar raha hu (Who am I? What am I doing)?' They were all so worried about him (on set). He also took about three hours and eventually regained his memory.' Kajol said that the story might sound funny, but it was very serious. Amrish Puri and Ajay Devgn have collaborated for several films including Taarzan: The Wonder Car, Phool Aur Kaante, Hulchula and Gair, among others. In the same interview, Kajol shared that Amrish Puri had a fondness for her husband Ajay Devgn after they collaborated on multiple films together. 'He loved Ajay', told Kajol. Amrish Puri died in 2005 at the age of 72 after suffering from myelodysplastic syndrome, a rare kind of blood cancer. He also underwent a brain surgery as part of his treatment just days before his death.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
When Saroj Khan and Nadeem clashed over Raja song ‘Ankhiyan Milaoon Kabhi': ‘Aapka kaam hai gana shoot karna, gana select kabse karne lagi aap?'
Legendary choreographer Saroj Khan is fondly remembered for the timeless songs she helped bring to life through her masterful choreography. Among the many iconic tracks she's associated with, one standout is 'Ankhiyan Milaoon Kabhi' from the 1995 film Raja, directed by Indra Kumar. The song remains a favourite at weddings and festive functions even today. However, not many know that Saroj initially disliked the song when she first heard it. In a recent interview on The Ashok Pandit Show, lyricist Sameer, who penned the song, revealed that the choreographer had a strong reaction upon hearing the track at the music studio. He recalled, 'Gana record ho raha tha Sunny Sound mein, Saroj ji aaye gana sunne, aur unhone bola ki Nadeem kya banaya hai tumne, ek hi instrument chal raha hai poore time, main iss mein kya shoot karungi (The song was being recorded at Sunny Sound. Saroj ji came to listen to it and said, 'Nadeem, what have you made? It's just one instrument playing throughout. What am I supposed to shoot for this?')' At the time, composer Nadeem of the iconic duo Nadeem-Shravan, was at the peak of his career. Sameer continued, 'Aur Nadeem toh uss waqt shabab par tha toh uss ne bola ki Saroj ji aapka kaam kya hai – gana shoot karna, dance karna… gana select kabse karne lagi aap? Nadeem ne bola ki Saroj ji gana toh yahi rahega chahe aap rahengi ya hum rahenge, magar gana yahi rahega (And Nadeem, who was at the height of his success, responded, 'Saroj ji, your job is to choreograph and shoot the song… since when did you start selecting songs? This song will remain, whether you or I are here or not, but the song will stay as it is.')' The confrontation didn't end there. Sameer added, 'Ye sunne ke baad Saroj ji neeche utari gane dete huye Nadeem ko ki ye samajhta kya hai aapne aap ko. Aur unhone bola ki chal tu bhej gana tujhe batati hoon (After hearing that, Saroj ji stormed downstairs, cursing Nadeem, saying, 'Who does he think he is?' And she said, 'Fine, send the song to me – I'll show you what I can do.')' Eventually, Saroj Khan turned the very track she initially rejected into a visual masterpiece. Sameer recounted, 'Gana gaya bhaiya poora mix hokar aur phir Madhuri aayi, Sanjay Kapoor aaya, aur aisa shoot kiya unhone ki kya bataun (Once the song was fully mixed, Madhuri came, Sanjay Kapoor came, and the way they shot it – what can I even say, it was phenomenal).' Also Read | Mandira Bedi says shooting for DDLJ song 'traumatised' her; Saroj Khan scolded her for 'dancing like Sunny Deol': 'Have seen the film only once' Known as a tough taskmaster in the industry, Saroj Khan was famously precise about her vision. Her high standards and intensity have reportedly left many actors intimidated, including legendary performers like Rekha.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Drunk Sanjay Dutt, irritated Javed Akhtar, short Salman Khan: Sanket Bhosale's mimicry leaves Archana Puran Singh and Parmeet Sethi in splits
Archana Puran Singh and Parmeet Sethi have shared a small-scale vlog, for a change. After posting several food vlogs filmed across Mumbai, and then sharing a series of travel vlogs from their recent trip to Switzerland, the couple invited comedians Sanket Bhosale and Sugandha Mishra to their Madh Island home, and spent an afternoon chilling with them. Sanket and Sugandha, who met over a decade ago, tied the knot in 2020. They're both well known for their impressions of celebrities such as Sonu Nigam, Sanjay Dutt, Usha Uthup and Kangana Ranaut. They have dozens of more impressions in their repertoire. Upon arriving, Sanket and Sugandha immediately made jokes about Archana and Parmeet's wealth. Sugandha thanked Archana for the support she showed to her back in the day, when she'd appear on comedy shows on television. She also told Parmeet that all of Punjab considers him to be a son of the soil, and are extremely proud of his achievements. 'When DDLJ came out, we all went crazy for Parmeet sir,' she said. They were joined by Archana and Parmeet's sons, Ayushmaan and Aaryamann. Also read – Archana Puran Singh's son orders palak paneer in Swiss restaurant, ice-cold glacier water reminds Parmeet Sethi of Mumbai Archana asked them to perform some of their best impressions, and Sanket proceeded to mimic Sanjay Dutt, making references to the actor's stints in jail, his former drug habit, and his bulky physique. Sugandha, meanwhile, sang like Usha Uthup and Asha Bhosle. She also mimicked Kangana Ranaut, and made snappy remarks at the others. Sanket did impressions of both Farhan Akhtar and Javed Akhtar, making jokes that implied the veteran lyricist is annoyed by his son's singing voice, and that Farhan doesn't write original material. Later, Archana and Parmeet took them to their in-house gym, where Sanket did more impressions of Sanjay Dutt. He made jokes about Sanjay's love for alcohol, and then did an impression of Salman Khan where he struggled to reach the monkey bars. Then, Sanket sat down on the floor and did an impression of actor Pankaj Tripathi. Archana and her family were in splits, laughing endlessly at their jokes and their mimicry. Parmeet gave Sanket his blessings, and seemed to be truly impressed with his talent. Extremely talented couple. Maza agaya dekhkar inhe. Bollywood m jana chahiye inhe,' one fan wrote in the comments section. 'Wow what a beautiful couple,' another person commented.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Not Janhvi Kapoor or Ananya Panday, Kajol feels Alia Bhatt is the most promising star of the new generation: 'She has proven herself quite a bit'
Kajol acknowledges the evolving landscape of Bollywood and praises the new generation of actors for forging their own paths. She appreciates their self-awareness and independent choices, highlighting Alia Bhatt as the most promising talent. Kajol admires Alia's versatility and consistent performances in films like Gangubai Kathiawadi, recognizing her significant impact on the industry. As Bollywood continues to evolve with a wave of fresh talent, veteran actress Kajol is taking notice. In a recent interview, the DDLJ star shared her thoughts on the generational shift in the industry, praising today's young actors for forging their own paths instead of following in the footsteps of their predecessors. Among them, she singled out Alia Bhatt as the most promising talent of the new generation—highlighting her versatility, maturity, and consistent performances over the years. In an interview with India Today, Kajol was asked if any of today's young actors remind her of herself from the 1990s. She responded candidly, saying she's glad none of them do. Clarifying that it wasn't out of arrogance, Kajol explained that each emerging actor is carving their own identity and not walking in anyone else's footsteps — which, she believes, is exactly how it should be in today's changing industry. The actress further reflected on how much the film industry has evolved over the years. She pointed out that today's generation of actors is significantly more self-aware and driven by their own choices, unlike earlier times when guidance often came from others. When asked to name a standout performer from the younger generation, she acknowledged several rising stars but reserved special praise for Alia. She noted that Alia has consistently proven her talent, setting herself apart. While she also mentioned names like Ananya Panday , Janhvi Kapoor , and Sara Ali Khan , Kajol made it clear that Alia remains the most impressive among them in her eyes. Alia has won several accolades throughout her career for Udta Punjab, Raazi, Gully Boy, and Gangubai Kathiawadi. In 2024, she was also honoured with the National Film Award for Best Actress for her powerful performance in Gangubai Kathiawadi. Expanding her global footprint, Alia made her Hollywood debut in 2023 with the action thriller Heart of Stone.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kajol arrives at Farah Khan's house with a PR, bodyguard, manager and makeup artiste; Dilip gets disappointed: ‘Ma'am ne humko taang dediya'
Just a couple of months ago there were several discussions on celebrities coming with their huge entourage and this doesn't limits to film sets but even a YouTube vlog. Just recently, Farah Khan shared a teaser of her next vlog which will feature actress Kajol. However, before the arrival of the actress, a team of six members entered the filmmaker-choreographer's house, disappointing her cook Dilip who was eagerly waiting to meet the DDLJ actress, while dressed as Raj. In the video shared, an excited Farah Khan tells Dilip, 'Dilip aaj maaloom hai kaun aane wala hai? Kajol ma'am aane wali hai humarein kitchen mein. (Dilip do you know who is visiting us today? Kajol will be coming to our kitchen).' Dilip, who is prepared for her arrival says, 'Han ma'am, isiliye toh mai Dilwale ka kapda pehen ke hu. (I am aware. That is why I am waiting for her in Dilwale outfit).' As the doorbell rings, Farah and Dilip rush to the door only to be disappointed as it is Kajol's PR. The guest list goes on with other members from Kajol's team keep on entering the house and introducing themselves, 'Mai Kajol ki PR hu, mai unka bodyguard hu, mai unki manager hu, mai unka social media manager hu, mai unka assistant hu, mai unka makeup artist hu (I am Kajol's PR, I am her bodyguard, I am her manager, I am her social media manager, I am her assistant, I am her makeup artist)'. At the end, a man randomly comes strolling and says, 'Mai toh aise hi aagaya (I just randomly came here),' breaking Dilip's heart. ALSO READ | Amid demands to drop Diljit Dosanjh from Border 2 following Sardaarji 3 row, ex-manager defends him: 'Same man PM Modi called Bharat ke gaon ka beta' A disappointed Farah says, 'Ma'am ne humko taang dediya. Door lock kar aur chal (Kajol must have pranked us. Just lock the door).' At the end of the video, Kajol finally reaches the venue with nobody present to get the door for her. Sharing the video, Farah Khan wrote, 'When @kajol came home but really didn't bechaara Dilip.. maybe he l meet her whn #Maathefilm releases n she cms to celebrate on our YouTube channel.' Kajol is actively promoting her first-ever horror film, Maa. Directed by Chhori fame Vishal Furia, the mythological-horror drama is produced by Ajay Devgn and is a part of their Shaitaan universe.
