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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mahesh Bhatt remembers his doomed love story with Parveen Babi, recalls how she 'collapsed': 'She sat in the corner like an animal...'
In the 1970s, actress Parveen Babi shared a romantic relationship with filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt. Their bond, however, unfolded under a shadow of deep emotional unrest. At the time, mental health awareness in India was minimal, and though Parveen displayed signs of psychological distress, she was never medically diagnosed. Mahesh Bhatt has since revisited those turbulent memories, revealing the heartbreaking decline he witnessed in her later years. He described her descent as an overwhelming and painful transformation, one that spiraled beyond control. According to Bhatt, despite the clear signs of mental health deterioration, Parveen was unable to detach from the demanding world of showbiz. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category The Irresistible Pull of Stardom Speaking during his appearance on The Himanshu Mehta Show , Mahesh Bhatt disclosed that shortly before the interview, he had been penning down thoughts about Parveen's final descent into what he termed a complete mental breakdown. He explained that numerous attempts were made to dissuade her from returning to the hyper-competitive world of films after her breakdown. Bhatt believed that given her mental vulnerability, she should have stepped away for her own well-being. However, the magnetic pull of fame, the adoration, and the spotlight had become a drug too potent for her to abandon. According to Bhatt, once someone experiences the euphoria of stardom, retreating from it becomes near impossible. Her persistence to remain in the public eye, despite her fragile mental state, led to an emotional collapse that he described as tragically unfathomable. " All attempts were made to make her see that once she had that kind of breakdown, there's no way she should try and fit herself back into this fiercely competitive space. She should have withdrawn, as she had a physiological vulnerability. But I think once you have tasted this business, the high of the arc lights, it's very difficult to turn your back on it. But what happened to her was an unimaginable tragedy," he reminisced. A Glamorous Star with a Simple Soul Though the world saw a dazzling diva adorned in designer wear and exuding confidence, Bhatt shared that behind her glamorous persona, Parveen was deeply rooted in simplicity. According to him, she was a modest woman from Junagadh, Gujarat, who cherished quiet domestic joys—like oiling her hair or cooking at home. The glamorous image she projected on screen and at public events was merely a façade. Beneath it all, she longed for a life of peace and intimacy, not glitz and chaos. A Painful Goodbye and Unhealed Wounds In an earlier conversation with BBC News Hindi , Bhatt revealed witnessing Parveen suffer from severe emotional episodes. He remembered seeing her leave for shoots in the morning, only to return hours later trembling in fear, whispering delusions about imagined threats. According to him, she had schizophrenia—a condition that left her in constant fear and confusion. "I saw her go through her collapse. I went through it with her. And when you see someone breaking down in front of you… I saw her leave in the morning for her shoot with her makeup on. But when I came back in the evening, she was shivering and sitting in a corner like an animal. She kept saying, 'Someone is going to kill me.' She was suffering from schizophrenia,' he said. He tried his best to support her, but the mental strain was immense. When their relationship ended, it did so painfully, leaving emotional scars. Parveen Babi passed away in 2005, leaving behind a legacy of brilliance haunted by inner demons. When Parveen Babi Became Bhatt's Muse Mahesh Bhatt made two films based on his time with Parveen Babi. One was the 1982 drama film 'Arth,' which featured late actress Smita Patil, Shabana Azmi, and Kulbhushan Kharbanda. The second was the 2006 movie 'Woh Lamhe.' Although the film was directed by Mohit Suri, Bhatt wrote and produced it. Starring Kangana Ranaut and Shiney Ahuja, the film narrated the doomed love story between a struggling filmmaker named Aditya and a superstar, Sana Azim, who is battling her own demons.
Fox News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Jessica Simpson finds freedom in Nashville after fleeing Hollywood pressures
Jessica Simpson is finding peace, purpose — and her voice again — far away from the glare of Hollywood. After a 15-year musical hiatus, the singer and actress opened up about how stepping away from the Los Angeles spotlight helped her rediscover herself. Simpson said she needed a place where she could fully be herself, and she found that place in Nashville. "It's hard for me to do that in LA, I think, because I'm 'mom-ing' it, running the brand. But when I get to go away and go within myself, I find that purpose — and have to share it … be vulnerable and just be honest," she said during a recent appearance on "Today." After Simpson, 45, put her music on pause, she became a proud mom of three and focused on her fashion brand. The star shared that it was Nashville's songwriting culture that reignited her creative spirit and motivated her to produce music again. "I went out to Nashville because that was the place [where] the songwriters — they're not competitive," she explained on "Today." "They allow you to be yourself. Nothing you say is judged." Simpson hasn't performed on stage since 2006, when she navigated her first divorce and faced the mounting pressures in the music industry. "I really find that place in Nashville. … It's hard for me to do that in L.A. … But when I get to go away and go within myself, I find that purpose." The "Irresistible" singer reflected on her early pop star years as she shared how her music has evolved. "I took myself out of the competitive process," Simpson said, reflecting on her illustrious music career. "Growing up as a pop star, it was always about the pop girls. I was always put up against other people. Everyone's always going to sell more records than you. So, to me, it wasn't a competition. I just really wanted what I was singing about to be authentically who I am." Now, nearly two decades later, she's writing music again, but on her own terms. Simpson pointed out that creating music again helped her work through emotional turmoil. Earlier this year, Simpson and her ex, Eric Johnson, a former NFL player, made the decision to split after 10 years of marriage. The pair tied the knot in 2014. The "With You" singer opened up about how creating new music has helped heal her heart. "I needed clarity — emotional clarity in general. I thought I was going to be doing this inspirational type of record, and it started leaning towards more, 'How do I get through this moment?' Because my whole life just completely changed while making this record … nothing that I would've expected. But there [are] blessings in the pain. You can find beauty in the pain." For Simpson, it wasn't just about her music. She also shared that, as a mother, she wanted to instill a message of resilience in her children. "I want my daughters and my son to know that," she said. "No matter what we go through in life, nothing can take us down. Nothing. As long as we are who we are, and we know our purpose … we're guided by that." Simpson shares three children with Johnson — daughters Maxwell and Birdie and son Ace. In January, Simpson shared that the couple "have been living separately" but did not reveal any details on the timeline of their split. "Eric and I have been living separately, navigating a painful situation in our marriage," Simpson previously said in a statement to People. "Our children come first, and we are focusing on what is best for them. We are grateful for all of the love and support that has been coming our way and appreciate privacy right now as we work through this as a family." Now, as a single woman, she's not ruling out finding love and revealed she's open to dating again. "I'm slightly terrified," she confessed to Today. "My type of person is one-of-a-kind. I don't have … a look or anything like that. I just like for somebody to be individually who they are and exude confidence without the ego. "I don't need somebody to be supportive of me all the time," she added. "I feel like the independence I have right now — if I can have that and give it to someone else, that would be cool." But there's one non-negotiable. "Has to be a very good kisser," Simpson said with a smile. As Simpson enters the next chapter in her life, she recently celebrated a major career milestone, the 20th anniversary of the Jessica Simpson Collection, her billion-dollar fashion brand. "I just turned 45 on July 10," she shared. "And my mom at my birthday dinner was like, 'Well, honey, I was 45 when we started the brand.' I said, 'Mom! That makes me feel really old!'" Despite Simpson's mother pointing out her age, the fashion mogul admitted the lesson hit home. "She's right — you can start over again at 45," Simpson said. "There's no age limit to begin again."
The Irish Sun
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Andrea Corr, 51, looks stunning as she strips off to mismatched bikini for dip in the sea
ANDREA Corr, 51, looked stunning while stripping off to a mismatched bikini for a dip in the sea. The Corrs were Advertisement 5 Andrea Corr, 51, looked stunning while stripping off to a mismatched bikini for a dip in the sea Credit: BackGrid 5 The star went for a dip in the sea before wandering back across the beach Credit: BackGrid 5 Andrea Corr is the lead singer of The Corrs Almost three decades later Irish siblings And Andrea has proven that point with her latest bikini snaps. The Irish singer is currently holidaying in the Caribbean, and showed off her toned physique in a black bikini top and pink bottoms. Andrea let her dark locks fall down after a dip in the sea, before walking back over the sandy beach. Advertisement Read More on Andrea Corr The star is staying at the Sandy Lane Hotel in Barbados, which is one of her favourite holiday spots. And she partnered her swimwear look with some dark shades as she lapped up the warm climes. Earlier this year, The Corrs singer said she "loved" the costume, gushing: "I had such a good time, everyone's been lovely, it's been really joyous. I wanted to do it for the children." Advertisement Most read in Music Exclusive Andrea added after the show that she hadn't told a soul she was doing it. Nineties frontwoman has barely aged a day as she performs at BST Hyde Park The judges, particularly Davina, were gobsmacked not to have guessed, particularly because the Irish star's music is so well-known. But Andrea and her siblings were best known for songs like Breathless, So Young, and Runaway. Advertisement At the time, one tweeted: "Snail is Andrea Corr- violins playing, clue package mentions Irresistible straight away (Corrs song), soft Irish accent, clue about being up in space- her solo album was called Ten Feet High." While another said: "Ok so Snail on #MaskedSingerUK sounds very much like Andrea Corr and that is what I'm sticking with." This one agreed: "Snail sounds a bit like Andrea Corr…" Someone else commented: "I'm still adamant that Andrea Corr is Snail. Advertisement "Certainly sounds like her and the hand/arm movements match too." 5 The star is staying at the Sandy Lane Hotel in Barbados, which is one of her favourite holiday spots Credit: BackGrid 5 Andrea stunned the judges after being unmasked as Snail
South Wales Guardian
17-07-2025
- Business
- South Wales Guardian
Co-op to launch range of grapes that taste like a Mojito cocktail
The Co-op said the new variety had been named 'Mojito Fresh' after growers noticed its flavour resembled the popular drink. The grocer said the flavour of the grapes, which it described as 'sweet with a hint of lime', was developed by growers in Spain who hybridised one flavour of grape with another. The grapes will go on sale for just three weeks in selected stores and cost £2.90 as part of the convenience retailer's premium Irresistible range. Kate Byrne-Fletcher, Co-op's head of fresh produce, said: 'This new variety is a must-try for mojito cocktail fans, and we're thrilled to be adding it into our fresh fruit aisle for our members and customers to enjoy as a healthy snack or freezing and adding to summery drinks. 'We're expecting this new variety to fly off the shelves and it will only be in stores for just a few weeks due to the limited seasonal window.' The variety, which launched last year in Spain, was developed by the fruit development firm Uvasdoce Fresh, and is the first in the new 'Fresh Mocktail Collection' of grapes.
North Wales Chronicle
17-07-2025
- Business
- North Wales Chronicle
Co-op to launch range of grapes that taste like a Mojito cocktail
The Co-op said the new variety had been named 'Mojito Fresh' after growers noticed its flavour resembled the popular drink. The grocer said the flavour of the grapes, which it described as 'sweet with a hint of lime', was developed by growers in Spain who hybridised one flavour of grape with another. The grapes will go on sale for just three weeks in selected stores and cost £2.90 as part of the convenience retailer's premium Irresistible range. Kate Byrne-Fletcher, Co-op's head of fresh produce, said: 'This new variety is a must-try for mojito cocktail fans, and we're thrilled to be adding it into our fresh fruit aisle for our members and customers to enjoy as a healthy snack or freezing and adding to summery drinks. 'We're expecting this new variety to fly off the shelves and it will only be in stores for just a few weeks due to the limited seasonal window.' The variety, which launched last year in Spain, was developed by the fruit development firm Uvasdoce Fresh, and is the first in the new 'Fresh Mocktail Collection' of grapes.
