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India.com
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Abhay Verma and Nitanshi Goel In Talks For Shaadi Mein Zaroor Aana Sequel?
New Delhi: Rising stars Abhay Verma and Nitanshi Goel have reportedly been approached for an upcoming love story helmed by Ratna Sinha under the banner of Benaras Media. Sources close to the development reveal that the project will be second instalment of Sinha's much-loved romantic drama Shaadi Mein Zaroor Aana. The original film, which starred Rajkummar Rao and Kriti Kharbanda, was re-released in theatres this March, creating a stir of nostalgia among fans and bringing the cult-favourite love story back into the spotlight. Source says this sequel promises a fresh take on love & choices & this time with a younger & most talented cast at the heart of the story. Abhay Verma, known for his charm is fast becoming a favourite among filmmakers and audiences alike. With the massive success of Munjya, a big-ticket Bollywood lineup ahead like King, Safed Sagar, JC and Laikey Laikaa to award-winning performances behind him, he's emerging as one of the industry's most bankable Gen Z stars. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Abhay Verma (@ Nitanshi Goel, on the other hand, made a stunning debut with Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies, soon became mass and industry favourite. She took India on Global level with her achievements at such a tender age with her film going to Oscar to making her Cannes debut at 17 being the youngest actor to do so. Her natural screen presence and emotional range have already won her critical acclaim. Both actors have not only received accolades for their debut performances but have also proven their box office appeal making them a powerhouse pairing. While an official confirmation is still awaited, the buzz around this potential Gen Z sequel is only getting louder and audiences may soon witness a whole new love story unfold with echoes of the past and the spark of something fresh.
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First Post
a day ago
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- First Post
Maa movie review: Kajol shines as fierce protective mother in Vishal Furia's thrilling mythological horror
Star cast: Kajol Tanuja Devgn, Ronit Dolly Boseroy, Indraneil Shubhra Sengupta, Jitin Jyoti Gulati, Kherin Kavita Sharma, Gopal Ramraji Devi Singh, Surjasikha Niru Das, Rupkatha China Chakraborty, Vibha Sharda Rani, Yaaneea Sushma Bharadwaj, Dibyendu Gayatri Bhattacharyya Director: Vishal Furia In the last few years, we have seen horror movies making a big noise at the box office in Bollywood. While this genre, which was once quite niche among the audience, has turned out to be a massy affair after its combination with comedy and classic examples of it include Stree, Stree 2, Munjya, and Bhediya, among others. These movies also garnered appreciation for exploring the folklore culture and narrating the heartland story of India. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Now, Kajol starrer Maa has taken one step ahead by amalgamating the horror genre with mythology. While the promotional material struck a chord with the audience, let's see whether it lives up to the expectations or not… The story starts at Chandrapur, West Bengal, where a mother is giving birth and simultaneously a Kaali Pooja is taking place. A group of young misogynist boys discuss with Joydev (Naveen Sandhu) that since he is a man, he should be doing the pooja and not a woman. Joydev, who is also not happy with the present situation, says that since the goddess came in her dream, she got the honour to do that pooja. Simultaneously, the pregnant woman gives birth to a baby boy and her husband, who is happy and ecstatic, names his newborn Shuvankar. The delivery lady says that since there are twins, she is now giving birth to the second baby, which turns out to be a girl. The atmosphere turns intense as no one is happy and the father gives the baby to a woman, who performed Kaali Pooja. They all go to the dense, dark forest near a haunted tree and sacrifice her before Daitya, named Aamsaja, comes in search of her. Cut to, 40-years-later, Shuvankar (Indraneil Sengupta) is living a happy life with his wife Ambika (Kajol) and 12-year-daughter Shweta (Kherin Sharma) in Kolkata. While everything goes smoothly, Shweta is always seen demanding her parents to take her to Chandrapur but they dodge it, giving some excuses. Shuvankar and Ambika decide to tell everything to Shweta about Chandrapur, but the former receives a call about his father's demise. He leaves Chandrapur immediately, and after completing all the rituals, he tells Joydev (Ronit Roy), who is now the Sarpanch of the village that he wants to sell this wadi (his bungalow) and to arrange a broker as he wants to get rid of this cursed place. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD As Shuvankar walks towards his car along with the ashes urn, he slips and a piece of a wooden tree gets stuck to his footwear. As he is driving back to Kolkata, Ambika sends him a picture of Shweta's drawing, which turns out to be the image of that haunted tree aka Aamsaja daitya. Shocked, Shuvankar stops his car and calls Ambika to ask about the image, particularly about how Shweta saw the eyes in the tree. Due to the poor connection, the conversation between them gets hampered. Seeing the piece of wood stuck to her footwear when he tries to remove it, it turns out to be a daitya, who kills Shuvankar. Shattered and devastated, Shweta and Ambika are now coping with the death of Shuvankar, and as they are trying to get normal, Joydev tells the latter to come to Chandrapur to finalise the deal of their ancestral home. While Ambika reluctantly refuses and tells Joydev to handle it himself, promising him a commission, he convinces her to come by saying that it was Shuvankar's last wish, it would be great if she would personally come to Chandrapur and finalise the deal. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD As Ambika leaves for Chandrapur, Shweta insists on accompanying her as she is afraid to lose her after Shuvankar. As the duo enters the village, people see them weirdly, with their servant's wife showing her clear dislike towards Shweta. During their stay, Ambika comes across weird and horrific encounters along with stories which somehow get connected to the life of her daughter. How will she fight the evil forces and save Shweta from Aamsaja? First and foremost, Maa explores the social and societal dynamics of having a girl child, mom being a fierce warrior for her daughter and toxic masculinity with finesse. But for me, the best part is how the film perfectly blended the horror genre with mythology, which not only made it relevant and earthy but also narrated the plot of good over evil with a unique plot. Filmmaker Vishal Furia made Maa an engaging affair with its solid twists and turns, along with a story which will strike a chord with the Indian audience. Apart from the director, Pushkar Singh and Sandeep Francis deserve brownie points for brilliant camera work, which transports into the haunting world and sharp editing skills. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Talking about the performances, Kajol delivers a powerful act as fierce and protective, who can go to any extent to save her daughter. In the climax sequence, her performance will give you goosebumps. While Ronit Roy is simply superb as Joydev, Indraneil Sengupta makes an impact with his presence despite having a brief screen time. Kherin Sharma perfectly exudes innocence as Shweta. Special mention to Gopal Singh, Rupkatha Chakraborty, Dibyendu Bhattacharyya, Surjasikha Das and Vibha Rani for playing their characters to the T. On the whole, Maa is a gripping mythological horror, which will keep you glued to the big screen. Rating: 3.5 (out of 5 stars) Maa is playing in cinemas
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4 days ago
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Laal Singh Chaddha, Made In Heaven 2, Munjya, Netflix's 'Kaala Paani': Decoding the rise and rise of Mona Singh
From her recent hits like Munjya, Made in Heaven 2, and Kaala Paani, to earlier standout roles, Mona has mastered the art of making every character feel real, grounded, and necessary read more In an industry that often celebrates noise over nuance, Mona Singh has quietly carved a space for herself one unforgettable performance at a time. Over the years, she has proven that she doesn't just act in a scene; she elevates it. Whether it's television, films, or streaming platforms, Mona brings a kind of authenticity and emotional sharpness that makes you instantly pay attention. From her recent hits like Munjya, Made in Heaven 2, and Kaala Paani, to earlier standout roles, Mona has mastered the art of making every character feel real, grounded, and necessary. There's no unnecessary drama just truth, delivered with timing and texture that only a seasoned performer like her can bring. Her characters linger in your mind, not because they demand attention, but because they've earned it. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD There's a reason why audiences sit up a little straighter when Mona appears on screen. She carries a rare emotional intelligence one glance, a well-placed pause, or a quiet reaction can shift the tone of an entire scene. In an era where impact matters more than screen time, Mona has become the secret ingredient the 'tadka'that transforms a good script into something great. Whether she's playing the no-nonsense Bulbul Jauhari, the wildly funny Pammi, or the steady and wise Dr. Soudamini, Mona's performances are proof of her incredible range. She's versatile without ever losing her essence a performer who can move seamlessly between humor, intensity, and subtlety. With an exciting line-up ahead… including Ma KaSum, Stardom, Paan Parda Zarda, Kohrra 2, and Made in Heaven 3 one thing is certain: Mona Singh doesn't need the spotlight to shine.
Hindustan Times
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Rasha Thadani's voice in viral clip from Azaad with Aaman Devgan is giving netizens Disney princess feels; watch
Raveena Tandon's darling daughter Rasha Thadani began her career as an actor this year, following gracefully in her star mother's footsteps straight into Bollywood. Sadly her debut film Azaad failed to do well at the box office. However, both Rasha and her co-star Aaman Devgan, nephew of Ajay Devgn, managed to win hearts when their first film arrived on the digital platform. Well, Azaad has been available for streaming on OTT for the last 3 months. But Rasha and Aaman's craze amongst netizens is far from gone. A scene from the film has yet again gone viral, leaving fans gushing over Rasha. In this scene, Rasha Thadani and Aaman Devgan's characters are having a serious discussion with some light flirting going on in the background. Rasha aka Janaki asks Govind, played by Aaman, why he's not participating in the Ardh Kumbh horse race with his horse Azaad. Rasha then tells Aaman that he can win many hearts if he emerges victorious in the race. Aaman then says that he wants to win just one heart, of someone special. As we already know, Aaman manages to win the heart of his special someone in the film. But with this clip, it is Rasha who is winning hearts thanks to her clear dialogue delivery and flawless diction, which reminded many netizens of a Disney princess. Under this viral video, one social media user gushed, 'She expresses like actors from disney movies and also her voice is like a hindi dubbed Disney movie...I kinda like the princess core,' whereas another wrote, 'I do get the disney feel to be honest, simple acting, simple dialogues, no overaction and very realistic fight and racing scenes😊.' Another netizen stated, 'Am I the only one who thinks her voice is good for Disney movies dubbed in hindi? I mean just listen with closed eyes. It feels like we are listening some Disney movies and some lead lioness or pinky munni type cartoon character is saying something,' while a comment read, 'Bro 😢 her voice is made for dubbing the voice of teenage princess ❤❤.' Up next, Rasha will be seen in Laikey Laikaa opposite Munjya fame Abhay Verma in summer of 2026.
NDTV
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Vicky Kaushal's Birthday Wish For Sharvari Included A Munjya -Themed Cake
Bollywood actress Sharvari turned 28 on Saturday, and her birthday celebration quickly became the talk of the town. From heartfelt wishes by close friends and family to warm messages from her industry circle, the love poured in. But one special greeting stole the spotlight - courtesy of Vicky Kaushal, brother of her rumoured beau, Sunny Kaushal. Taking to Instagram Stories, Vicky shared a radiant photo of Sharvari beaming in front of a Munjya -themed cake, a charming nod to her recent film where she played the lead. The post offered fans a sweet little peek into her fun, festive birthday vibe. The delightful cake in the photo featured a green base, adorned with 3D branches and stems that perfectly captured the eerie-yet-whimsical aesthetic of Munjya. Perched on top was an adorable caricature of the mischievous spirit himself. What truly melted hearts was the handwritten message on the cake: "We love you Sharu." The cake was a thoughtful tribute to Sharvari's standout performance in the 2024 release from Maddock's Horror Comedy Universe. Vicky, using her affectionate nickname, captioned the post, "Happiest Birthday Sharu! Keep shining," followed by two white hearts and a hugging emoji. Sharvari is a self-proclaimed foodie, and her birthday celebrations reflect that in the most delicious way. This year's bash was a visual treat, but even last year she gave fans a glimpse into her love for all things sweet. She posted a carousel on Instagram, kicking it off with two cakes that showcased different sides of her personality - one a decadent chocolate truffle adorned with macaroons, and the other a minimal white cake with a fun sticker design and a sweet note that read "HBD." Another snapshot in the carousel revealed the scrumptious meals she enjoyed during her 27th birthday. She captioned it: "24 hours of free pass to eat cake & dance with my favourite people." Read more here. Even earlier, Sharvari had fans drooling with glimpses of her Dubai food adventures. Her fun photo diary showcased everything from gourmet spreads to local street eats. Playfully, she wrote, "This girl didn't know how much she would spend at the mall later that day." Relatable, right? Click here to read more. One thing's for sure - we're already drooling over Sharvari's delicious birthday traditions and her ever-growing foodie trail.
