Latest news with #JaanTereNaam
India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Madhuri Dixit's lookalike whose debut film was hit, rejected Shah Rukh Khan's film, quit acting for love to become second wife of..., her name is...
In an industry obsessed with fame, one rising star walked away when the spotlight was brightest — and all for love. While Madhuri Dixit reigned supreme in the '90s, another actress quietly stole hearts with her debut. Her name was Farheen Khan, and with just one film, she became the talk of the town. Many called her 'Chhoti Madhuri' because of her uncanny resemblance to the superstar. A smashing debut and then a short run Farheen stepped into Bollywood in 1992 with Jaan Tere Naam opposite Ronit Roy. The film was a hit, and her fame soared overnight. Roles followed, from Sainik to Aag Ka Toofan, Dil Ki Baazi to Amaanat, and she even starred opposite Akshay Kumar in several films. But stardom didn't keep her long. Why did she turn down Baazigar? Farheen was offered a supporting role in Baazigar — yes, the same film that became a turning point for Shah Rukh Khan and launched Shilpa Shetty. But she turned it down, not because it was a smaller role, but because she had already signed Kamal Haasan's Kalaignan (1993), where she played Bindiya. A love story that changed everything At the peak of her career, Farheen met former cricketer Manoj Prabhakar, a father at the time, and love bloomed. In 1994, they got married. Reports even suggest she was pregnant before the wedding. Soon after, she stepped away from the industry for good. In just five years, Farheen did 17 films, then chose a quieter life, away from the arc lights. Fame came quickly, but so did her graceful exit.
India.com
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Muslim actress who looked like Madhuri Dixit, debut film was superhit, got married to a Hindu cricketer after getting pregnant, her name is...
In the glitz of Bollywood, one of the 90s actresses made heads turn, not just for her talent but for her uncanny resemblance to Madhuri Dixit. Any guesses? We are talking about Farheen Khan. Bursting onto the scene with the cult hit Jaan Tere Naam opposite Ronit Roy, Farheen became an overnight sensation. With her radiant smile and dance moves, many believed she was Madhuri's twin in spirit and style. She wasn't just another pretty face—audiences used to call her 'chhoti Madhuri' and her debut film became a romantic staple of the decade. Even today, the songs of Jaan Tere Naam evoke memories of first love and youth. What led to the sudden disappearance? At the peak of her rising stardom, Farheen made a life-altering decision—she married a cricketer. And not just any cricketer, but former Indian player Manoj Prabhakar, who already had a child from a previous relationship. There were no long courtships or tabloid-fueled love stories; he fell for her, and they married quickly. Wondering about the twist? According to several media reports, the actress got pregnant before marriage, sealing her transition from starlet to homemaker almost overnight. What happened to her film career? In a time when Madhuri, Divya Bharti, Kajol, Karishma Kapoor, and Raveena Tandon were dominating screens, Farheen quietly bowed out. In just five years, she acted in 17 films before stepping away completely to focus on her family life. While Bollywood's golden girls rose to superstardom, Farheen traded red carpets for domestic bliss. Her brief yet bright flame is a reminder of how quickly fame can flicker out, especially when love comes calling. Where is she now? Farheen may no longer be a fixture on the big screen, but her story still lingers as one of Bollywood's most intriguing what-could-have-beens. A lookalike of a legend who carved her own short-lived space, before disappearing into the shadows of personal choice.
News18
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ronit Roy Recalls Starving Days, Says He Survived On Onions Until A Dhaba Owner Helped Him
Last Updated: Veteran actor Ronit Roy shared his struggles before finding stability in the entertainment industry, facing financial hardship and emotional isolation in the early 1990s. Veteran actor Ronit Roy recently opened up about the difficult years he faced before finding stability in the entertainment industry. While Roy is today regarded as a respected figure in both film and television, his early journey was marked by intense financial hardship and emotional isolation. In a candid conversation on the Hindi Rush podcast, Roy talked about the personal and professional challenges he encountered while trying to break into the industry during the early 1990s. Before his film debut in Jaan Tere Naam (1992), directed by Deepak Balraj Vij, Roy struggled to afford even basic necessities. He spoke about feeling disconnected from the industry, noting that he often isolated himself from others. 'I honestly don't know why my career didn't take off in the early days. I used to think about it a lot before, but now I don't. I stay in my own zone, and I think a lot of it also happened because I stopped going to people for work, and hence, they stopped giving me opportunities," he shared. The actor recounted a specific memory from that time, which still stands out to him today. He spoke of a small dhaba near Bandra station in Mumbai, where he used to eat regularly. Due to financial constraints, he could only afford one meal a day, often alternating between kaali daal and palak paneer with two rotis. 'One day, I just asked them for some roti and onions because I was out of money. He gave me 2 rotis and some daal. I told him that I hadn't asked for the daal, and he said, 'Koi baat nahi meri taraf se, aaj aapka daal ka din hai.'" Even after entering the film industry, financial comfort remained elusive. Roy revealed that his first acting fee was Rs 50,000, paid in instalments of Rs 4,000 per month. 'Back then, that was a huge amount for me. But even after the debut, all the films I did helped me barely manage my expenses. The money never came; it was all still hand to mouth," he said. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ronit Roy recalls struggling days; shares how he survived on roti and onions till a kind dhaba owner gave free daal: 'I was out of money'
Before becoming successful, actor went through very tough times with money problems and feeling alone. Now well known for his work in films and on TV, he recently spoke about how hard life was for him in the early 1990s when he was trying to start his career. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He faced many challenges both in his personal life and professionally before he finally found stability. Early struggles before film debut Before making his film debut with 'Jaan Tere Naam' in 1992, directed by , Ronit Roy went through serious financial struggles and found it hard to meet even his basic needs. He often felt cut off from the film industry and kept to himself. Thinking back on that period during an interview on the Hindi Rush podcast, he said, 'I honestly don't know why my career didn't take off in the early days. I used to think about it a lot before, but now I don't. I stay in my own zone, and I think a lot of it also happened because I stopped going to people for work, and hence, they stopped giving me opportunities. ' A memorable dhaba experience The actor shared a memorable experience from those tough days that still stays with him. He used to go to a small dhaba near Bandra station in Mumbai, where, because of his tight budget, he could only afford one meal a day. His meals were usually either kaali daal or palak paneer with two rotis. He recalled, 'One day, I just asked them for some roti and onions because I was out of money. He gave me 2 rotis and some daal. I told him that I hadn't asked for the daal, and he said, 'Koi baat nahi meri taraf se, aaj aapka daal ka din hai. '' Financial hardships even after entering films Even after managing to get into films, Ronit continued to face money problems. He shared that his first acting payment was Rs 50,000, which was given to him in monthly instalments of Rs 4,000. He remembered, 'Back then, that was a huge amount for me. But even after the debut, all the films I did helped me barely manage my expenses. The money never came; it was all still hand to mouth."
India.com
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actor who could afford only one meal a day, ate only onions until a Dhaba owner helped him, is now worth Rs 990000000, name is...
Meet actor who could afford only one meal a day, ate only onions until a Dhaba owner helped him, is now worth Rs 990000000, name is... Actor Ronit Roy recently opened up about the hardships he faced during his struggling days in Mumbai. Before trying to make it big in the entertainment industry, Roy encountered several personal and professional challenges during the early 1990s. While, today he is considered one of the most renowned faces in the film and television industry, there was a time when he couldn't even afford basic necessities. During a conversation with Hindi Rush podcast, Ronit revealed how he used to feel isolated in the industry. Expressing his disconnection from others, the actor shared, 'I honestly don't know why my career didn't take off in the early days. I used to think about it a lot before, but now I don't. I stay in my own zone, and I think a lot of it also happened because I stopped going to people for work, and hence, they stopped giving me opportunities.' Ronit recalled an emotional moment from his early days that still stays with him even today. He talked about eating at a small dhaba outside Bandra station in Mumbai. Due to financial instability, he could not even afford a single meal in a day, often surviving either on kaali daal or palak paneer with two rotis. Ronit said, 'One day, I just asked them for some roti and onions because I was out of money. He gave me 2 rotis and some daal. I told him that I hadn't asked for the daal, and he said, 'Koi baat nahi meri taraf se, aaj aapka daal ka din hai.' Even after entering the industry, the financial distress in Ronit's life continued. Back then, he revealed his acting fee was Rs 50000 paid in installments of Rs 4000 per month. 'Back then, that was a huge amount for me. But even after the debut, all the films I did helped me barely manage my expenses. The money never came; it was all still hand to mouth,' he said. In 1992, Ronit made a promising debut with Jaan Tere Naam , and garnered significant fan following. Later, he transitioned into television, and a became household name with shows like Kasautii Zindagii Kay and Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. With a reported net worth of Rs 99 crore, Roy has successfully built a life for himself, balancing both on-screen and off-screen avatars.
