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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
This KKR star cricketer, who earns ₹12 crore in IPL, worked as junior artist in Tamil film for ₹600
Cricket and films are the greatest pastimes in India, with fandoms bordering on obsession. So, it's only natural that once in a while, a cricket player will toe the line with acting (Sourav Ganguly, Sreesanth) either out of passion or need. There's one such star spin bowler from Shah Rukh Khan's IPL team, Kolkata Knight Riders, who once worked as a junior artist for a Tamil film for ₹ 600. This Kolkata Knight Riders star cricketer dabbled in various fields before becoming a spinner. Varun Chakravarthy, aka CV Varun, discussed the various roles he dabbled in during a chat with the retired Test player R Ashwin on his YouTube channel. Now 33, Varun said he found his true calling for cricket at 26. He dabbled being a guitarist, architect, filmmaker and even an actor before that. While in college, Varun worked at an architectural firm, where he earned ₹ 14,000 per month. By the time he left, he had earned ₹ 18,000. At 24, he dabbled in filmmaking and decided to work as an assistant director. While working with director Suseenthiran in the 2014 Tamil film Jeeva, he made an appearance as a cricket on-screen. 'I signed as a junior artist for ₹ 600 per day,' he said. When Ashwin asked him how much his daily allowance is now as a cricketer, Varun replied with a smile, 'Right now it's $300 ( ₹ 25,000).' Varun said that he got the opportunity to play cricket on-screen as he would take part in Tennis ball tournaments. 'They used to announce that if you hit a six, you get ₹ 300. If you bowl a yorker, you'll get ₹ 200,' he said. From a man who once worked as a junior artist, Varun is now a star cricketer who earns ₹ 12 crore for the IPL season, according to a Koimoi report. Varun was born in 1991 in Bidar, Karnataka, to Vinod Chakravarthy, an ITS officer working for BSNL, and Malini, a housewife. His father is half Tamil and half Malayali, and his mother is Kannadiga. He gave up a job in architecture to pursue cricket as a profession. He came into the limelight during the 2018 Tamil Nadu Premier League. The same year, he was bought by Preity Zinta's Kings XI Punjab for the 2019 Indian Premier League (IPL). In the 2020 IPL auction, he was bought by Shah Rukh's KKR team. Varun has won 8 Player of the Match awards in the IPL, one of the most by any bowler in the tournament.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Maa' advance box office predictions Day 1: Kajol's horror film eyes promising start amid clash with Akshay Kumar's 'Kannappa'
Kajol is making her long-awaited return to the big screen with director Vishal Furia 's 'Maa', hitting theatres across India today. The Hindi horror film marks the actress' first major release in over three years and hopes to scare off some of the competition as it makes its way to big screen. While Housefull 5 and Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par continue to draw significant footfalls, Maa enters the box office arena with fair expectations. Early estimates suggest the film is targeting a Day 1 collection between Rs 4.50 crore and Rs 6.50 crore net, according to reports on Pinkvilla and Koimoi. Given its mid-scale budget, such an opening would set it up for a good start. If Maa manages to land on the higher end of that range, it could potentially surpass Shahid Kapoor's Deva, which earned Rs 5.78 crore. If the horror film can cross the Rs 6 crore mark, it can claim the 10th spot on the biggest Bollywood opening of 2025 so far. In an effort to boost advance bookings, Ajay Devgn unveiled a limited-time "Buy 2, Get 1 Free" offer. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he wrote: 'Chandarpur ke darr ka maza sabke saath hi aayega! Buy 2 tickets, get 1 free - Advance Booking Open Now. Hurry! Offer valid till this FRIDAY. #MaaTheFilm - in cinemas tomorrow, 27th June.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo The offer is expected to boost footfalls for Maa, especially as it competes directly with Akshay Kumar 's Kannappa, also releasing today. Maa received a UA 16+ certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), making it suitable for viewers aged 16 and above. Clocking in at 2 hours and 15 minutes, the film promises a tightly paced horror experience steeped in myth and maternal instinct. The plot follows Kajol's character, a mother who embarks on a road trip with her daughter. What begins as a fun journey to reconnect turns into a nightmare as they encounter eerie supernatural forces linked to a cursed tree and a legend. The film reportedly blends Indian folklore with chilling horror elements.
Economic Times
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Salman Khan pokes fun at brother Sohail Khan's divorce on 'Kapil Sharma Show,' says his ex-wife 'ran away'
Kapil Sharma's 'The Great Indian Kapil Show' launched its new season on Netflix. Salman Khan appeared as the first guest. He joked about Sohail Khan and Seema Sajdeh's past relationship. Salman also commented on Aamir Khan's new partner. He shared the inspiration behind his 'Tere Naam' hairstyle. The episode blended humour with personal anecdotes. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Salman Khan Jokes About Sohail and Seema's Divorce Comments on Aamir Khan's New Relationship Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Throwback to Previous Jokes on Family Divorces Revealing the Inspiration Behind His 'Tere Naam' Hairstyle Comedian Kapil Sharma has made a triumphant return with the third season of The Great Indian Kapil Show on Netflix , which premiered its new season on June 21, 2025. The inaugural episode was a vibrant blend of laughter and celebrity banter, featuring none other than Bollywood superstar Salman Khan as the special guest. His presence brought high energy, quick wit, and characteristic tongue-in-cheek humour, setting the tone for another entertaining the episode, Salman didn't shy away from poking fun at personal matters. According to a report by Koimoi, he made a sharp, albeit humorous, comment regarding his younger brother Sohail Khan's past relationship with Seema Sajdeh. The couple had tied the knot in 1998, with Seema famously eloping with Sohail just days before her arranged wedding with Vikram pair enjoyed over two decades together and became parents to two sons, Yohan and Nivraan. However, their marriage ended in 2022. Presently, Seema is reportedly in a relationship with her former fiancé, Vikram Ahuja. On the comedy platform of TGIKS, Salman made light of the situation with a quick jibe, "Wo bhi bhag gayi," suggesting Seema had "run away" once the same episode, Salman was asked about Aamir Khan's recent public introduction of his third romantic partner, Gauri Spratt , during his birthday celebrations earlier this year. Responding in his trademark style, Salman described Aamir as a remarkable individual and noted that his 'Andaz Apna Apna' co-star has always pursued perfection in every aspect of life. He joked that Aamir may keep getting married until he feels he has perfected the institution but expressed hope that this new relationship would be the one that truly works out."Aamir ki baat hi kuch aur hai. He is an outstanding person. Puri duniya janti hai, he's a perfectionist. Jab tak voh marriage ko perfect nahi kar leta, voh karte jayega. I think yeh last hai uska. Yeh perfect hoga. Perfect banake chhodenge," he tendency to blend humour with personal commentary isn't new. In a previous season of The Kapil Sharma Show , he humorously addressed his brothers' divorces. When asked whether his brothers had watched his then-new movie Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, Salman remarked that despite being the eldest, his younger siblings often disregard his advice, including when it comes to relationships. Though he acknowledged that the family remains close despite their challenges, he admitted things have become more complex the same appearance, Salman also shared an interesting detail about his look in the film Tere Naam. The hairstyle, which became iconic in the early 2000s, was actually inspired by the late Indian President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. Salman added that actor Rahul Roy had earlier sported a similar look in one of his Naam, directed by Satish Kaushik, remains one of Salman's most critically appreciated performances and marked the Bollywood debut of actress Bhumika Chawla. The film was a remake of the Tamil classic Sethu, originally starring Vikram.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Kapil Sharma Show': Salman Khan wonders if 'perfectionist' Aamir Khan has finally met his match, says his brother Sohail's ex-wife 'ran away'
Salman Khan Jokes About Sohail and Seema's Divorce Comments on Aamir Khan's New Relationship Throwback to Previous Jokes on Family Divorces Revealing the Inspiration Behind His 'Tere Naam' Hairstyle Comedian Kapil Sharma has made a triumphant return with the third season of The Great Indian Kapil Show on Netflix , which premiered its new season on June 21, 2025. The inaugural episode was a vibrant blend of laughter and celebrity banter, featuring none other than Bollywood superstar Salman Khan as the special guest. His presence brought high energy, quick wit, and characteristic tongue-in-cheek humour, setting the tone for another entertaining the episode, Salman didn't shy away from poking fun at personal matters. According to a report by Koimoi, he made a sharp, albeit humorous, comment regarding his younger brother Sohail Khan's past relationship with Seema Sajdeh. The couple had tied the knot in 1998, with Seema famously eloping with Sohail just days before her arranged wedding with Vikram pair enjoyed over two decades together and became parents to two sons, Yohan and Nivraan. However, their marriage ended in 2022. Presently, Seema is reportedly in a relationship with her former fiancé, Vikram Ahuja. On the comedy platform of TGIKS, Salman made light of the situation with a quick jibe, "Wo bhi bhag gayi," suggesting Seema had "run away" once the same episode, Salman was asked about Aamir Khan's recent public introduction of his third romantic partner, Gauri Spratt , during his birthday celebrations earlier this year. Responding in his trademark style, Salman described Aamir as a remarkable individual and noted that his 'Andaz Apna Apna' co-star has always pursued perfection in every aspect of life. He joked that Aamir may keep getting married until he feels he has perfected the institution but expressed hope that this new relationship would be the one that truly works out."Aamir ki baat hi kuch aur hai. He is an outstanding person. Puri duniya janti hai, he's a perfectionist. Jab tak voh marriage ko perfect nahi kar leta, voh karte jayega. I think yeh last hai uska. Yeh perfect hoga. Perfect banake chhodenge," he tendency to blend humour with personal commentary isn't new. In a previous season of The Kapil Sharma Show , he humorously addressed his brothers' divorces. When asked whether his brothers had watched his then-new movie Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, Salman remarked that despite being the eldest, his younger siblings often disregard his advice, including when it comes to relationships. Though he acknowledged that the family remains close despite their challenges, he admitted things have become more complex the same appearance, Salman also shared an interesting detail about his look in the film Tere Naam. The hairstyle, which became iconic in the early 2000s, was actually inspired by the late Indian President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. Salman added that actor Rahul Roy had earlier sported a similar look in one of his Naam, directed by Satish Kaushik, remains one of Salman's most critically appreciated performances and marked the Bollywood debut of actress Bhumika Chawla. The film was a remake of the Tamil classic Sethu, originally starring Vikram.
India.com
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress who hasn't delivered a single hit in 9 years, yet her salary is Rs 41 crore, net worth is Rs 650 crore; Can you recognise her?
An actress remains a star icon for a specific time when she is delivering back-to-back hits. When she is not, people start forgetting her work. One such actress is Priyanka Chopra, whose last Hindi film was released six years ago in Hindi, 'The Sky is Pink', and delivered her last hit in 2015 with 'Bajirao Mastani '. Still, she is the highest-paid actress in India. Priyanka Chopra entered the film industry after winning the title of Miss World in 2000. She first debuted in the Tamil film 'Thamizhan' released in 2002. After this, she entered Hindi cinema with the Bollywood film 'The Hero: Love Story of a Spy' released in 2003. Her other box office hit was in the same year with Andaaz. The turning point in her acting career was with 2008's ' Fashion' by Madhur Bhandarkar. She even won the Best Actress award for the film. In 2018, Priyanka signed the American thriller series ' Quantico' and there was no looking back from there. She even moved to LA, married American singer and actor Nick Jonas, and starred in an action thriller series, ' Citadel' . Priyanka Chopra on getting equal pay after 23 years Priyanka Chopra, who has always emphasised the definition of feminism, and always beleived in equality in terms of salaries and responsibilities. When the actress locked her spy-thriller series Citadel, she was really happy. She never believed that equal pay was a possibility initially, but after receiving Rs 41 crore for Citadel, she thanked her god as she waited for over 23 years. Chopra said, 'Thank God. 23 years later. But I do think – and I have talked about this a little bit, the head of film and TV for Amazon Prime is Jennifer Salke, whose idea was Citadel. She came in five years ago, and she wanted to build this global universe. I wonder if the head of the studio were not female, would this have been a different conversation? Would it have been a conversation, because with her it wasn't. They [the team] went back and said, 'They're playing co-leads, and should be paid the same.' She was like, yeah, it's only fair.' Priyanka Chopra's net worth is around Rs 583 crores, while Nick Jonas' net worth is around Rs 666 crores, according to Koimoi. Apart from being an actress, she also has a production company, Purple Pebble Pictures, which made the Oscar-nominated film The White Tiger, plus, she has developed a strong investment portfolio, including a stake in the dating app Bumble, which she introduced to India.
