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Time of India
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Raveena Tandon recalls how Sridevi was terrified on the sets of 'Laadla': 'We had goosebumps as the entire team chanted the Gayatri Mantra'
Bollywood is a treasure trove of countless stories. While the audience sees a polished product on screen, what happens behind the camera is often far more dramatic—and sometimes, even eerie. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now One such spine-chilling moment was recently recalled by from the sets of Laadla , a film that starred , , and Raveena herself. Divya Bharti Was the Original Choice for Sridevi's Role Few know that before Sridevi came on board, it was the late Divya Bharti who had originally been cast in Laadla . She had even filmed several scenes. Tragically, Divya passed away unexpectedly, leaving the film's future uncertain. Her untimely demise sent shockwaves through the industry and forced the makers to recast her role. Reshooting a Scene Triggered a Wave of Emotions In an old interview, Raveena recalled the emotional challenge of reshooting one particular scene—one she had originally filmed with Divya and . Raveena remembered how Divya had repeatedly fumbled a particular dialogue line during that scene, requiring multiple takes. Sridevi Struggled at the Exact Same Spot Six months after Divya's passing, the shoot resumed with Sridevi stepping into her role. But what unfolded on set left everyone stunned. Sridevi struggled with the exact same line where Divya had earlier faltered. "We all had goosebumps on the set," Raveena recalled. The entire crew felt an eerie presence—almost as if Divya was still there. The Team Turned to Prayer to Calm the Atmosphere Overwhelmed by the strange coincidence and the emotional weight of the moment, the actors and crew members turned to spirituality for strength. They began chanting the Gayatri Mantra in unison, hoping to bring peace to the set. "I held Sridevi's hand and prayed," Raveena said. The team also broke a coconut—a ritual often performed to dispel negativity and mark a fresh beginning—before continuing the shoot. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Divya Bharti's Blessings and the Film's Blockbuster Fate Despite the emotional setbacks, Laadla was completed and released on 25 March 1994. It went on to become a blockbuster. Many believed that Divya Bharti's presence and blessings stayed with the film throughout its journey, playing an unseen role in its success.
India.com
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
9 films were incomplete after Divya Bharti's death, were later offered to..., made huge box office collections, films were…
Late actress Divya Bharti's film career was very short but superhit. She came into films in the year 1990 and died mysteriously in the year 1993. Before coming to Bollywood, Divya had worked in six films in the South cinema. With the death of the actress, many of her incomplete films were given to many different actresses. The actress has another record in her name, in which she did 12 films in a year. This record has not been broken till date. We will talk about those films that were offered to different actresses after Divya Bharti's death. Which was Divya Bharti's debut film? Divya made her debut in Tamil cinema with the film Nilli Panne (1990). After this, the actress made her Tollywood debut and then entered Bollywood in the year 1992 with the film 'Vishwatma'. In her short film career, Divya gave hits like Shola Aur Shabnam, Deewana, Balwan and Rang. It is worth mentioning that the film Laadla was released 11 months after Divya's death (17 March 1994), which proved to be a superhit. Divya had shot half of the film, but after her death, the film went to Sridevi. Which actresses got the film after Divya's death? After Divya Bharti's death on 5 April 1993, her films which were left incomplete include Sridevi in Laadla (1994), Karisma Kapoor in Dhanwan (1993), Raveena Tandon in Mohra (1994), Tabu in Vijaypath (1994), Mamta Kulkarni in Andolan (1995), Juhi Chawla in Kartavya (1995), Manisha Koirala in Kanyadaan (1993), Kajol in Hulchul (1995) and Pooja Bhatt in Bodyguard (1995). Let us tell you about Divya Bharti that when she was in 9th class, she started getting offers for modeling and films. During this time she was 14 years old. After doing Tamil and Telugu films, Divya made a splash in Bollywood in 1992 with Rishi Kapoor and Shahrukh Khan starrer film 'Deewana'. Divya Bharti is still popular for her party song Saat Samandar from her Bollywood debut film Vishwatma.
India.com
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Raveena Tandon once revealed that Sridevi got scared on the sets of Ladla, the entire team chanted Gayatri Mantra: 'we had goosebumps...'
Raveena Tandon once revealed why Sridevi got scared on the sets of Ladla, the entire team chanted Gayatri Mantra: 'we had goosebumps...' In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, many actors come and go, but there are some rare gems whose impact continues to live on for years to come, and their legacy stays untouched. One such story is of the most beloved actress of the early 90s. However, it was her early demise that left her fans and the entertainment world stunned. Who was Divya Bharti? The actress that we are talking about is none other than Divya Bharti. She was known for her dazzling beauty, innocence, and natural charm. The beloved passed away at the age of 19 and because of her sudden she left several ongoing projects incomplete. Among the many projects, one was the film Laadla, where Sridevi completed the film as the female lead. Divya's Incomplete Project – Laadla In an old interview, Raveena Tandon spoke about reshooting with Sridevi for the exact same scene that Divya Bharti was filming before her passing. Raveena revealed that the environment on the set was highly emotional and haunting. Raveena had shot that scene with Divya Bharti and Shakti Kapoor before Divya's death. She recalled that Divya was struggling with a particular dialogue, and she fumbled quite a few times on it, so they had to re-shoot several takes to get the scene right. Divya's Lingering Energy On The Set Cut to six months after it, after Divya's death, the film shooting resumed with Sridevi taking Divya's role. But what happened while shooting was a chilling episode. She revealed that Sridevi got stuck on the same line where Divya did. 'We all had goosebumps on the set,' Raveena said. They felt the presence of Divya on the set. Scared actors chanted the Gayatri Mantra for peace and also broke a coconut and prayed together for a fresh beginning. 'I held Sridevi's hand and prayed, then we broke a coconut and resumed shooting.' Raveena shared. Eventually, the film was released on 25 March 1994 and became a blockbuster. Many people felt that it was Divya's blessing and lingering energy that also contributed to the success of the film.
Indian Express
18-06-2025
- Health
- Indian Express
Aruna Irani reveals she battled breast cancer twice, opens up about keeping it private: ‘Everything doubles'
Aruna Irani recently revealed that she battled breast cancer twice and chose to keep the news private. Stating that she was first diagnosed in 2015, the veteran actor said that she decided on medications and avoided chemotherapy before a resurgence in 2020. 'Yes. Not once but twice. Everything doubles,' she remarked. The 78-year-old recalled how she sensed something was amiss while at a shoot. 'Aise hi ek din shooting kar rahi thi, pata nahi mujhe kaise pata laga par maine bola 'Mujhe kuch lag raha hai' (One day, I was shooting as usual. I don't know how, but I just felt something and said, 'I feel like something's wrong'),' she said on the Lehren Retro podcast. While told that the lump was minor, she insisted on its removal and was operated upon. 'But I was at a shoot on the fourth day. Nothing happened. I was also hale and hearty. The doctor told me that I have to undergo chemotherapy clinically. Chemotherapy wasn't that advanced back then. So your skin turned black, and you would experience hair loss. I asked the doctor for another way, and he told me to take medicine daily. That went on for five years,' added Aruna, admitting that it was a mistake she realised after the cancer resurfaced in 2020. She also spoke about getting regular checkups done every six to eight months. 'That's how a lump was detected in 2020. It happened in the same spot on the breast. That time I got operated on. Meri hi wajah se…as pehle maine chemotherapy nahi lee thi. (Because of me…I did not opt for chemotherapy the first time. There was radiation,' continued the Laadla actor who underwent chemotherapy in 2020, just before Covid-19 pandemic. Although she did experience some hair loss, it grew back. 'Still, you lose a bit of your hair, but woh jaldi aa bhi jaate hai (it grows back quickly),' she added in the interview. In addition to cancer, she was also diagnosed with diabetes at 60. At one point, doctors even told her that her kidneys had failed, though she came back stronger. Let's understand all about breast cancer and its recurrence. Breast cancer occurs when cells in the breast begin to grow abnormally and form a lump or mass. 'While no single known cause exists, certain risk factors can increase its likelihood. These include age, family history, genetics, obesity or being overweight, lack of physical activity, alcohol consumption, and hormonal changes over a lifetime,' said Dr Meghal Sanghavi, oncologist, Wockhardt Hospitals, Mumbai Central. According to Dr Sanghavi, factors such as never having conceived or never having breastfed may also slightly raise the risk, as they influence the body's long-term exposure to hormones. 'In many cases, the exact cause remains unknown, but a combination of inherited traits and lifestyle factors can play a role,' said Dr Sanghavi. While the exact cause isn't fully understood, mutations in genes like BRCA1 and BRCA2 increase the risk for women, added Dr Jyoti Mehta, MD, radiation and clinical oncologist, Onco-Life Cancer Centre, Talegaon. 'It is possible that even after successful treatment, breast cancer can sometimes return, and this is called a recurrence,' said Dr Mehta. Does breast cancer come back if it is treated with medications in the first instance? If breast cancer is diagnosed early, it can often be treated effectively with medications such as hormone therapy or targeted drugs, said Dr Sanghavi. Dr Sanghavi said these medicines work by blocking the growth of cancer cells and preventing the spread of the disease. 'In some early-stage cases, medication alone may be sufficient. However, like with any cancer, there is always a possibility of recurrence even after what seems like complete treatment. This is why regular scans and follow-up check-ups are crucial. Rigorous follow-up, typically for up to 10 years, is recommended to monitor for any signs of the cancer returning,' said Dr Sanghavi. When breast cancer does come back, it may recur locally (in the breast area or nearby tissues) or spread to distant parts of the body, such as the bones, liver, lungs, or brain, elucidated 'Modern cancer treatments aim to minimize the risk of such recurrences as much as possible,' said Dr Vani Parmar, HOD, breast oncosurgery and surgical oncologist, KIMS Hospitals, Thane. Is chemotherapy always necessary? Dr Mehta noted that some early-stage cancers may be treated with surgery, hormone therapy, or radiation only and may not need chemotherapy. 'The expert will design the line of treatment per the woman's stage and location of the cancer,' said Dr Mehta. According to Dr Sanghavi, chemotherapy depends on the type, size, stage of cancer, and how quickly it grows. 'If the cancer is fast-growing or widespread beyond the breast, chemotherapy will be recommended. But if it is slow-growing and small, surgery or hormone therapy can be more appealing options,' said Dr Sanghavi. For example, postmenopausal women with very small, low-grade, hormone receptor-positive tumors may be effectively treated with surgery and hormone therapy without needing chemotherapy. Dr Parmar shared that chemotherapy is usually advised for younger women with triple-negative breast cancers or HER2-positive cancers because of their more aggressive nature. 'In cases where cancer has spread to lymph nodes, chemotherapy is often recommended, although the decision also depends on how many nodes are involved and other individual factors,' said Dr Parmar. Every breast cancer diagnosis is individual, and so is treatment. The key is to remain informed, follow treatments to the letter, and keep up with current screening and follow-up visits. With timely treatment and follow-up, many stay healthy and productive despite breast cancer. DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.
Pink Villa
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Did Raveena Tandon and Karisma Kapoor really fight on sets? Former's confrontation with Farah Khan adds new dimension to story
Raveena Tandon recently featured in Farah Khan's YouTube video, wherein they cooked a delicious meal while indulging in some gossip from the past. This is when they briefly touched upon Tandon's alleged catfight with co-star Karisma Kapoor during the making of their 1994 film, Aatish: Feel The Fire. Read on! Apart from making a lip-smacking dish, Farah Khan and Raveena Tandon also conversed about working with each other in the 90s. One thing led to another, and the Laadla actress confronted Farah for spreading rumors about her fight with Karisma Kapoor. As they enjoyed a relaxing pool time, Raveena told Khan, 'Sab jagah aapne jaa k bola k humare jhagde ho rahe the. Humlogo k konse jhagde ho rahey they? (You went everywhere and said that fights were happening on set. When did we fight?)' Clarifying her stance, the filmmaker stated, 'Arey true hai ye. (It's all true!)' But no matter what Khan says, Raveena is convinced that nothing happened between her and Kapoor. Hence, she fought her case by questioning, 'Maine kya jhagda kiya? Mai toh apna kar rahi this, and meri jo dancer ladkiya jo dost hai unke saath ek dusre ko non-veg jokes suna rahe the. (What did I do? I was sitting with dancers who were my friends, and they were sharing non-veg jokes.)' For those unaware, Farah Khan earlier opened up about Raveena and Karisma's fight during the making of their 1994 film, Aatish: Feel The Fire. At that time, Farah was choreographing a song for the film. During her appearance on Karan Johar's Koffee With Karan in 2007, the host asked her, 'Which is the worst fight you have seen between two actresses?' This is when the Main Hoon Na director shared that both Kapoor and Tandon were having some kind of teenage spat. 'They were hitting each other with their wigs,' she stated, adding that they were wearing these wigs with plaits and beads in it. 'One was hitting, the other was stamping her foot with her heel. It was quite childish. I am sure they will laugh about it now,' Farah told KJo.
