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4 days ago
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Anita Hassanandani says she would also opt for limited work hours like Deepika Padukone: ‘Every parent wants to work lesser'
Actor Anita Hassanandani is all set to participate in Zee TV's reality show Choriyaan Chali Gaon. On the show, Anita, along with 10 other contestants, will be staying in a village for two and a half months, taking part in rural activities. During a conversation on SCREEN's Dear Me, Anita shared that saying yes to the show was a difficult decision as a mother, as she would deeply miss her son Aarav. She also expressed a wish to work shorter hours, similar to Deepika Padukone's recent request to the makers of Spirit. Talking about challenges that modern parenting comes with, Anita said, 'As parents, we are overprotecting our children. This generation does so much that sometimes I fear that we don't end up with the kids having phobias. I have been wanting to do work hours like Deepika Padukone. Every parent wants to work less so that they can spend more time with their child and watch every phase of them growing up. So, definitely I would look for fewer working hours, having a few days off in the week. Initially, I didn't want to work. Nobody asked me to do it, but I just wanted to be with Aarav every second of my life.' Also Read: Anita Hassanandani says she was 'completely awestruck' by Aishwarya Rai during Taal shoot: 'She was gorgeous to another level' Commenting on the concept of shelf life, especially for a female actor, Anita said, 'If you are a good actor, there is no shelf life. You can play different characters. But actresses do have a pretty short shelf life. For male actors like Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan, there is no end to it. On TV, getting back after a break is a problem. The industry is already assuming things after you become a mother. So even before you can say you don't want to work, they assume that you will be busy and you won't take up work. People think that work has taken a backseat and you wouldn't want to get back.' Pointing out that age also plays a crucial role, Anita said you need to be in a position like Alia Bhatt if you want to bounce back smoothly. 'If you are in a position like an Alia Bhatt who delivered a child and in three months she was working on Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, it's different. On TV, it's not so instant, you have to slog and come back out there. You have to be fit again, and also be ready.' Nawaz Kochra is an enthusiastic entertainment journalistic for the last 9 years, he has been a known face and successfully worked with some big publications. At Nawaz majorly covers TV and OTT and also does video interviews. Having the best conversations with celebrities is what Nawaz loves. ... Read More
Indian Express
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kajol reveals Ibrahim Ali Khan is a ‘quieter personality' than dad Saif Ali Khan, will be ‘sorted in life' even if he doesn't speak much on camera
Actor Kajol will soon be seen with Ibrahim Ali Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the film Sarzameen. The film also marks the feature directorial debut of Boman Irani's son Kayoze; it will be released on Jio Hotstar on 25th July. Ahead of its release, Kajol spoke to SCREEN and shared what it was like to work with Ibrahim Ali Khan, especially after she had worked with his father, Saif Ali Khan, in several films. Both Kayoze and Kajol also shared their views on the scrutiny that children of stars face today. Talking about how different Ibrahim is to his father, Kajol said, 'The camera loves both the father and the son. Ibrahim is so inherently good-looking that he doesn't have to say much, just brood in front of the camera, and he is sorted in life. But he is a quieter personality than Saif. I have known Saif for years now, he is bigger and brighter, persona-wise, and always has been. But Ibrahim is going to do well.' Also Read: Kajol believes that Ibrahim Ali Khan needs to 'unlearn', 'reinvent': 'It's a do or die situation' Adding to what Kajol said, Kayoze said, 'Both Ibrahim and I were on a set for the first time, so we worked a lot on the film. We gave him six months of prep, and I am extremely happy with how it has turned out. He is a good kid; the camera just loves him. I think he is made for this.' Discussing if kids from film families often have to deal with higher expectations, Kayoze said, 'The expectations are high and they should live up to those expectations. People give their time and money to watch you, so you have to be outstanding, so why not have those expectations? With Ibrahim, we put in a lot of effort and did as much as we could. I also come from a background of privilege, but we put in our 1000 percent effort in doing it right.' Kajol also added, 'People are quick to judge everybody, whether they come from a film family or not. Right now, whoever is coming on screen has to be prepared for the criticism and for the credit or no credit that they will be faced with. That's part and parcel of what you signed up for when you do movies. It's something you have to be prepared for, and I think they are prepared for it. I don't see anybody being cowed down by it or saying this is unfair or anything like that.' Kajol was last seen in the horror-thriller Maa, which was produced by Ajay Devgn. The film received mixed reviews and performed modestly at the box office. Nawaz Kochra is an enthusiastic entertainment journalistic for the last 9 years, he has been a known face and successfully worked with some big publications. At Nawaz majorly covers TV and OTT and also does video interviews. Having the best conversations with celebrities is what Nawaz loves. ... Read More
Indian Express
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Uorfi Javed says Apoorva Mukhija's fans sent her abusive DMs after their fight on The Traitors: ‘I shouldn't have spoken the way I did'
Reality show star Uorfi Javed won Karan Johar-hosted The Traitors. Soon after she was announced as the show's winner along with Nikita Luther, Uorfi became a victim of online abuse and trolling. Many social media users argued that fellow contestants Apoorva Mukhija and Purva Jha were more deserving of the title. Some criticised Uorfi for allegedly eavesdropping on a conversation between Purav and Harsh Gujral, which led to their eviction from the game. She was also slammed for 'backstabbing' Apoorva close to the finale. In a recent conversation with SCREEN, Uorfi reflected on their conflict and admitted she could have handled the situation better. Talking about their fight on the show, Uorfi said, 'Usually, fights are bound to happen on the show. I cannot dwell on them. I don't hate anyone, have no ill feelings towards anyone. They are all kids and have said something. They will laugh at it two years later, even I have done it. I am very impulsive.' Also Read: Uorfi Javed says she is receiving death and rape threats after winning The Traitors: 'People have always doubted me' Uorfi Javed further shared that disrespect has become a major trigger for her, and when Apoorva Mukhija spoke to her in that manner, it set her off. She said, 'I had a fight with Apoorva over respect. It is an insecurity I have. For so many years, I have been abused and disrespected so much that it has now made me insecure. Due to this, I cross certain lines and say things I cannot take back. I am completely at fault. During the fight with Apoorva, I could have handled the situation better. I shouldn't have spoken the way I did. I over-reacted. I just felt how dare she talk to me like that?' Discussing if they tried to mend the bridge at any point on the show, Uorfi said, 'We are two very different people, our personalities don't match. So we can't stay friends. I don't have anything against anyone, and I have no hatred for her. I didn't say anything on social media, but she went on to say a lot of things. When she said I am a pathetic human being and I was eyeing Harsh, I felt very hurt. I just wondered how anyone can get so dirty. She has a massive audience of youngsters, and everyone started abusing me. I have received so many abusive DMs because of her. I was in a very weird space. But later I realized that it was not worth it, it just affected me at that time. I need to work on my impulsive nature, though.' After winning The Traitors, Uorfi Javed shared the prize pot of Rs 70 lakhs with Nikita Luther. She is yet to announce her next project. Nawaz Kochra is an enthusiastic entertainment journalistic for the last 9 years, he has been a known face and successfully worked with some big publications. At Nawaz majorly covers TV and OTT and also does video interviews. Having the best conversations with celebrities is what Nawaz loves. ... Read More
Indian Express
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Rajeev Khandelwal opens up about being an atheist, reveals how fans attempted to influence his beliefs
Actor Rajeev Khandelwal, long celebrated for his work on Indian television and films, is now making his presence felt in the OTT space. In the latest episode of SCREEN's Dear Me… Season 2, he reflected on his showbiz journey and also spoke candidly about being an atheist, sharing how people around him have responded to his spiritual beliefs. Talking about being an atheist, Rajeev said, 'I would call myself someone who is agnostic. I respect others and their religion. But I have never believed in God, and I don't pray.' Rajeev Khandelwal went on to share how during Kahiin Toh Hoga fans tried to change his belief system. Rajeev recalled, 'When I was doing Kahiin Toh Hoga, I used to feel terrible because a lot of people came to know I am an atheist, and they would forcibly come and put religious things in my house. I remember there was a woman who had come and put a picture of God at the exit door. It was put above the light switch, so that by chance, when I switched off the light, my hand would touch the picture. I used to feel bad for them. I didn't want to remove it. People would send me Ganpati idols, and I would politely say that I don't believe.' He added, 'People's love is amazing. They would sometimes say that keep it for us, and I would. I go to temples, I don't have any issues in folding hands, but I am thinking of something else when I do that.' Also Read: Rajeev Khandelwal says Ekta Kapoor was 'upset' with him when he quit Kahiin To Hoga, Jeetendra told him he was 'making a mistake' Rajeev Khandelwal also shared how his family looks at his belief system. 'My wife is god fearing, but she is not a strong believer. My parents were fake believers. They were God fearing. They would ask me to sit for pujas, but they were not believers that way. People around me know me very well. I respect people genuinely, and everyone is entitled to whatever they are doing, and nobody is superior. That is more important than believing in God.' In the interview, held at Hunky Dory Restaurant in Malad, Mumbai, Rajeev Khandelwal also spoke about staying true to himself and upholding his principles throughout his journey. Nawaz Kochra is an enthusiastic entertainment journalistic for the last 9 years, he has been a known face and successfully worked with some big publications. At Nawaz majorly covers TV and OTT and also does video interviews. Having the best conversations with celebrities is what Nawaz loves. ... Read More
News18
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Priyanka Chopra: ‘My Mom Made Sure I Didn't Wash My Hands After Meeting Bruce Springsteen'
Last Updated: Reflecting on her early acting days, Priyanka recalled how her mother couldn't contain her excitement around veteran actor Kabir Bedi. Global star Priyanka Chopra may have shared screen space with the biggest names in cinema, but according to her, it's her mother, Dr. Madhu Chopra, who's the real fangirl. In a throwback interview, Priyanka revealed amusing stories about her mom's excitement whenever she met celebrities, especially Bruce Springsteen, David Hasselhoff, and rapper 50 Cent. Reflecting on her early acting days, Priyanka recalled how her mother couldn't contain her excitement around veteran actor Kabir Bedi. 'She met him and was completely freaking out. I was like, 'Mommy, he's my co-actor. We have to be professional now,'" she was quoted as saying by Indian One of the most unforgettable moments came during a Bruce Springsteen concert, when Priyanka was briefly pursuing a music career. 'I met Bruce Springsteen. My mom made sure I didn't wash my hands after dinner until I shook her hand. She was like, 'You have to shake my hand too!'" Priyanka laughed. Then there was David Hasselhoff. 'He very sweetly brought her a T-shirt that says 'Hassel the Hoff.' She still wears it at night," Priyanka shared. But the ultimate fangirl moment came at a 50 Cent concert in Mumbai. 'She loves 50! He was performing and we were right in front. At some point, he takes off his sweaty skull cap and throws it in my direction… and my mom caught it. She kept it. It's still in her closet." Despite being one of the most recognised Indian faces globally, Priyanka admits her mother remains unfazed by her own fame, often more excited about Hollywood and music stars. First Published:
