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News18
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Sonam Kapoor Celebrates 15 Years Of I Hate Luv Storys With A Jab Mila Tu Moment
Last Updated: Sonam Kapoor marked 15 years of I Hate Luv Storys with a heartfelt post and film snippets on social media. Sonam Kapoor took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as her beloved romantic comedy I Hate Luv Storys completed 15 years after its theatrical release. Marking the occasion, the actress shared a heartfelt post on her social media, featuring snippets from the film that charmed audiences back in 2010. Released on July 2, 2010, I Hate Luv Storys marked Sonam's third Bollywood movie. In the film, she portrayed Simran, a dreamy, romance-loving woman who crosses paths with the cynical and witty Jay, played by Imran Khan. The duo's contrasting personalities and evolving relationship formed the crux of this modern romantic tale, set against the vibrant backdrops of Mumbai and Queenstown, New Zealand. The song showed a montage of the best moments of Sonam from the film, with the song Jab Mila Tu by Vishal Dadlani in the background. Directed and written by Punit Malhotra in his directorial debut, the film was produced by two major banners—Dharma Productions (Hiroo Yash Johar and Karan Johar) and UTV Motion Pictures (Ronnie Screwvala)—bringing them together for the first time in a collaborative project. The film's breezy storyline, youthful vibe and fresh pairing of Sonam and Imran struck a chord with the younger generation. The soundtrack, composed by Vishal–Shekhar, became an instant hit, with chart-topping numbers like Bin Tere and Bahara. The lyrics were penned by Anvita Dutt Guptan, Kumaar and Vishal Dadlani. The film also earned four nominations at the 56th Filmfare Awards, including Best Music Director (Vishal–Shekhar), Best Lyricist (Vishal Dadlani for Bin Tere), Best Male Playback Singer (Shafqat Amanat Ali) and Best Female Playback Singer (Shreya Ghoshal for Bahara). Sonam Kapoor has taken time away from the silver screen, especially after embracing motherhood. She welcomed her son Vayu on August 20, 2022 and was last seen in the 2023 thriller Blind, directed by Shome Makhija. Meanwhile, Imran Khan, who has been away from acting for nearly a decade, is finally making a much-awaited comeback. Known for his memorable roles in romantic comedies like Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na and Break Ke Baad, the actor is all set to return to the screen opposite Bhumi Pednekar in an upcoming rom-com. The film will be helmed by Danish Aslam, who previously directed Break Ke Baad, reuniting him with Imran after 15 years. First Published:
India.com
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
This 2-hour-6-minute suspense thriller was released 20 years ago, featuring first item number by..., earned Rs 32 crore, movie is, lead actors are...
Everyone is crazy about horror movies. There are very few people who do not like horror movies. Most people like to watch stories full of fear and suspense. If you are also a fan of such movies, then today we have brought a tremendous horror movie for you, which will leave you thinking. The climax of the movie is so tremendous that you will get goosebumps. 2005 Supernatural Thriller Kaal Here we are talking about the 2005 film 'Kaal', which is a psychological horror and thriller film. It was directed by Soham Shah and bankrolled by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions and Shah Rukh Khan's Red Chillies Entertainment. At a time when horror films were rarely made in Bollywood, this film rocked the box office. It was one of the biggest horror suspense films of that year. The Storyline Of Kaal The story of the film revolves around Orbit Park, located in the forests of Himachal Pradesh. Ajay Devgn is seen in the mysterious character of Kali Pratap Singh. Along with this, big actors like Vivek Oberoi, Lara Dutta, Esha Deol and John Abraham are also seen. In the film, a group comes to roam in the forest, where they face strange incidents and people start dying one by one, after which they encounter 'Kali'. When Shah Rukh Khan Performed An Item Song For The First Time The promotional track 'Kaal Dhamaal' featured Shah Rukh Khan and Malaika Arora. It was performed by Kunal Ganjawala and Salim-Suleiman, with lyrics by Shabbir Ahmed. As reported by News 18, Shah Rukh sang the song without charge because of his relationship with Karan Johar. The song became a huge hit, and the music video started the trend of male actors participating in such performances. More About Kaal At that time, the budget of the film was around Rs 12-15 crore, which was a bit high for a horror film. It was shot at beautiful and scary locations. The film earned around Rs 19 crore in India and did a business of around Rs 32 crore worldwide. The film got a very good response from the audience. When techniques like VFX were not used in films, this film attracted a lot of attention from the audience in the theatres.
News18
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Sonam Kapoor Looks Back At I Hate Luv Storys As The Rom-Com Turns 15
Sonam Kapoor marked 15 years of I Hate Luv Storys with a heartfelt post and film snippets on social media. Sonam Kapoor took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as her beloved romantic comedy I Hate Luv Storys completed 15 years after its theatrical release. Marking the occasion, the actress shared a heartfelt post on her social media, featuring snippets from the film that charmed audiences back in 2010. Released on July 2, 2010, I Hate Luv Storys marked Sonam's third Bollywood movie. In the film, she portrayed Simran, a dreamy, romance-loving woman who crosses paths with the cynical and witty Jay, played by Imran Khan. The duo's contrasting personalities and evolving relationship formed the crux of this modern romantic tale, set against the vibrant backdrops of Mumbai and Queenstown, New Zealand. Directed and written by Punit Malhotra in his directorial debut, the film was produced by two major banners—Dharma Productions (Hiroo Yash Johar and Karan Johar) and UTV Motion Pictures (Ronnie Screwvala)—bringing them together for the first time in a collaborative project. The film's breezy storyline, youthful vibe and fresh pairing of Sonam and Imran struck a chord with the younger generation. The soundtrack, composed by Vishal–Shekhar, became an instant hit, with chart-topping numbers like Bin Tere and Bahara. The lyrics were penned by Anvita Dutt Guptan, Kumaar and Vishal Dadlani. The film also earned four nominations at the 56th Filmfare Awards, including Best Music Director (Vishal–Shekhar), Best Lyricist (Vishal Dadlani for Bin Tere), Best Male Playback Singer (Shafqat Amanat Ali) and Best Female Playback Singer (Shreya Ghoshal for Bahara). Sonam Kapoor has taken time away from the silver screen, especially after embracing motherhood. She welcomed her son Vayu on August 20, 2022 and was last seen in the 2023 thriller Blind, directed by Shome Makhija. Meanwhile, Imran Khan, who has been away from acting for nearly a decade, is finally making a much-awaited comeback. Known for his memorable roles in romantic comedies like Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na and Break Ke Baad, the actor is all set to return to the screen opposite Bhumi Pednekar in an upcoming rom-com. The film will be helmed by Danish Aslam, who previously directed Break Ke Baad, reuniting him with Imran after 15 years. First Published:
India.com
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
This man used to sell sweets at shop, was given a big break by Madhubala, became Bollywood's famous...., he was...
Born on September 6, 1929, in pre-partition Lahore, Yash Johar grew up managing the family sweet shop post-Partition in Delhi. 'You just wanted your stomachs to be full,' he recalled of his modest upbringing. With nine siblings depending on whoever mattered most, his mother recognised his restlessness and supported his move to Mumbai to pursue his passion. Snapping a star into stardom In 1950, young Yash began working as a photographer for a news agency. His moment came on the set of Mughal-e-Azam, when Madhubala, charmed by his fluent English and confidence, permitted him to photograph her—and even gave him a personal tour of the set. This encounter opened the doors to the filmmaking world. Rising through the studio ranks Yash honed his craft at Sunil Dutt's Ajanta Arts in the early 1950s, assisting on films like Mujhe Jeene Do and Yeh Raste Hain Pyaar Ke. He then moved to Navketan Films, producing classics like Guide (1965), Jewel Thief, Prem Pujari, and Hare Rama Hare Krishna. His success with Guide cemented his place in the industry. Dharma is born In 1976, Johar fulfilled his largest cinematic ambition: founding Dharma Productions. Named to reflect his spiritual grounding, Dharma released its first hit, Dostana (1980), starring Amitabh Bachchan, Shatrughan Sinha, and Zeenat Aman. Although subsequent releases like Duniya, Agnipath, and Gumrah were moderate performers, Johar's lavish sets and emotive storytelling carved a unique niche. Legacy forged with his son Yash's true masterpiece was the dynasty he built with his son, Karan Johar. Together, they crafted blockbusters—Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001), and Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003). The latter, Yash's final film, remains a cultural touchstone celebrated for its depth, values, and emotional resonance. A personal life as dramatic as his films In 1971, Yash married Heera Johar, sister of BR and Yash Chopra, legendary filmmakers. A story often told is how he proposed to her in front of icons like Dilip Kumar, Dev Anand, and Raj Kapoor. Yash passed away on June 26, 2004, at 74, after battling cancer and a chest infection. Under Karan's leadership, Dharma Productions ascended to its place as one of Bollywood's major powerhouses.
Hindustan Times
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kajol looks back at her pregnancy, Nysa and Yug's infancies; says dad Ajay Devgn ‘changed their nappies only twice'
Actor Kajol, who shares two kids, Nysa and Yug, with husband Ajay Devgn, recently opened up about their parenting journey, revealing that they've always shared responsibilities in raising their children. She even mentioned that Ajay has changed their kids' diapers - albeit just twice. Also read: Kajol reveals the secret to her happy marriage with Ajay Devgn: 'It is partial deafness and selective amnesia' Kajol and Ajay Devgn with their kids: Nysa, and Yug. During an interview with News18 Showsha, Kajol looked back at the time when she was pregnant, adding that she and Ajay are happy not to be changing their children Nysa and Yug's nappies. Kajol said, 'I don't think we ever functioned that way. We share responsibilities. If I'm there, I do things. If he's there, he does it. It's as simple as that. The best thing is that our children don't need to get their nappies changed anymore... When Nysa and Yug were babies, Ajay did change their nappies once or twice. He may tell you that he did it more than two times but I would've to disagree on that point." She added, 'We've passed that stage and nobody needs to take that responsibility anymore. We're good. Today, it's more about supervision and talking to our children about their issues. It's much easier to swap those roles around'. Kajol admitted that she was 'pretty much chill' when she was pregnant with Yug, who she gave birth to in September 2010. She said that she worked out a lot throughout both her pregnancies and that gave her a huge boost. About Kajol and Ajay's relationship Kajol has been married to Ajay for over two decades. The duo had met for the first time on the sets of their film, Hulchul, in 1995. They dated for almost 4 years and tied the knot in 1999. Over the years, they've balanced successful film careers with family life, raising two children, Nysa (born in 2003) and Yug (born in 2010). They have worked together in several films such as Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha, Ishq, Dil Kya Kare, Raju Chacha and Tanhaji. Kajol's latest project Kajol was most recently seen in the horror film Maa. Helmed by Vishal Furia, the film also features Ronit Roy, Kherin Sharma, and Indraneil Sengupta in key roles. The film received mixed reviews overall, but has had a promising start at the box office. Next, she will be seen in Sarzameen. Directed by Boman Irani's son, Kayoze Irani, in his directorial debut and produced by Dharma Productions, the movie also stars Ibrahim Ali Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in lead roles. The film will be released on July 25 on JioHotstar.
