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Pink Villa
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Vicky Kaushal makes candid comment on marrying Katrina Kaif, Kareena Kapoor Khan confesses on size zero diet
Kareena Kapoor Khan is one of the most versatile actresses, who has amazed everyone with her finesse. And so has Vicky Kaushal. While the former has completed 25 years in the industry, Vicky also has a remarkable journey spanning over a decade to celebrate. Well, the two haven't shared screen space yet, but recently, they collaborated for an interview. During the segment, Katrina Kaif's name also showed up. Talking to The Hollywood Reporter India, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Vicky Kaushal candidly opened up about their experiences and shared unheard anecdotes. In one of the segments, the Tashan actress mentioned that it might be the first time that two actors have sat across each other and talked about their journey. Without mentioning Katrina Kaif, Vicky joked and remarked, "No, last time I sat across an actor and chatted with her, I got married to her." After listening to his response, Kareena laughed and said, "But thankfully, we are both married." Further, Vicky expressed hope that the collaboration might lead them to do a film together. Kareena Kapoor Khan spills beans about her foodie side In the same interview, the Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham actress also shed light on her foodie Punjabi gene. Kareena revealed that she used to eat parathas for breakfast during the Tashan movie, referring to her iconic size-zero phase. Not only this, but she declared that aloo paratha needs to be on her plate every few days, that too with white butter. For the unversed, earlier, Karan Johar announced a film titled Takht. It was reported that the project focused on the war between Dara Shikoh and Aurangzeb for the Mughal Empire. Alongside Anil Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, Ranveer Singh, and Janhvi Kapoor, it also featured Kareena Kapoor Khan. Unfortunately, the film reportedly got shelved after facing multiple setbacks. On the work front, Bollywood's OG diva Kareena was last seen in Singham Again alongside Ajay Devgn, Deepika Padukone, and others. On the other hand, Vicky left his fans impressed with his latest theatrical release Chhaava.


India Today
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Kareena Kapoor ate parathas during Tashan, jokes about Katrina Kaif's only salmon diet
Actors Kareena Kapoor Khan and Vicky Kaushal recently came together for a fun interview in which they talked about their food choices. The conversation between the two actors ranged from Katrina Kaif, who is also Vicky's wife, and her love for salmon fish and Kareena's love for also joked that, influenced by Katrina, even Vicky only has salmon a conversation with Vicky for The Hollywood Reporter, Kareena said,"These Punjabis, I have that gene yaar. I mean you and your wife, you don't eat only. I think she's made you like that. You're also only eating salmon fish. Because there was a point when Katrina was like, I think only eating salmon, like that's all she ate.' Vicky responded by saying, "Yeah, I think it was her 'Dhoom' phase or something. I hear stories that Aamir and Katrina were both on just salmon and vegetables."This is when Kareena shared that she was having parathas even while shooting for her film 'Tashan' for which she went size zero."I did 'Tashan'. But I used to eat paratha for breakfast during 'Tashan' also. Yes! I was never on this orange juice size zero diet. I was always like, like it was that, like you would calculate what all you eat. So yeah, taper down through the day. But in the morning, you can eat like a good breakfast and stuff," said the 'Jab We Met' the professional front, Kareena Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal were slated to collaborate for filmmaker Karan Johar's magnum opus 'Takht'. However, the film has been put on hold. It was also supposed to feature Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Anil Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar and Janhvi Kapoor in key roles.- EndsTrending Reel


Hindustan Times
17-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Week on, Giani Gargaj addresses two events without disruption
After skipping address at the Akal Takht during the event organised to observe the 41st anniversary of Operation Bluestar on June 6 amid opposition from Harnam Singh Dhumma-led Damdami Taksal, acting jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj has delivered his speeches at the highest Sikh temporal seats twice without any disruption during the key events. Before June 6, Dhumma had announced that they would not let Giani Gargaj deliver his 'sandesh' (message) during the event, citing that they do not accept him as a 'jathedar'. To avert the clash, Giani Gargaj skipped the address though he raised issues concerning the community in the 'ardas (prayer)'. After a week, the birth anniversary of Guru Hargobind, the sixth guru of the Sikhs and Akal Takht's founder, was celebrated at the highest Sikh temporal seat. As acting jathedar of the Takht, Giani Gargaj delivered his speech without any hassle. On Monday, the foundation day of the Akal Takht was celebrated there. Again, Giani Gargaj addressed the devotees on the occasion. He faced no opposition during these events. However, SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami, who has proximity with Dhumma, did not attend both the events. Days after 'Panj Pyare' of Takht Patna Sahib challenged the edict issued by the Sikh clergy at Akal Takht, Giani Gargaj put light on the history of the highest Sikh temporal seat to prove that Akal Takht is supreme and no can challenge its supremacy, while addressing on Monday. Jathedar Gargaj particularly appealed to Sikh youth, warning that efforts are being made today to disconnect them from their Guru through moral decay. He urged every individual to recognise their responsibility and ensure that Sikh youth remain connected to the faith. He also condemned the vulgarity being spread over social media, days after a social media influencer Kanchan Kumari, alias Kamal Kaur Bhabi, was murdered for allegedly spreading vulgarity.


Time of India
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kareena Kapoor Khan drops birthday wishes for Sonam Kapoor on her birthday as she turns 40
Picture Credit: Instagram Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor celebrated her 40 birthday on Monday, in an intimate yet star-studded gathering in Mumbai. The celebration brought together close friends and family from the film industry. Kareena Kapoor Khan recently shared her birthday wishes to the 'Neerja' actress calling her a "darling". Kareena Kapoor Khan shares a throwback photo Kareena Kapoor Khan with a touching message on social media shared a stylish throwback photo of the two actresses together from the film, 'Veere Di Wedding.' Kareena affectionately referred to Sonam as her "darling" and wished her more creativity, love, and joy in life. The captions read, "Happy Birthday to darling art more love more hug". The picture captured the duo's camaraderie, a bond that has grown stronger since their memorable collaboration in 'Veere Di Wedding.' Sonam and Anand Ahuja celebrate 7 years of marriage Sonam Kapoor is married to Anand Ahuja, an Indian businessman. The couple tied the knot on May 8, 2018, in a traditional Sikh ceremony in Bandra, Mumbai. To mark their seventh wedding anniversary on May 8, 2025, Sonam shared unseen pictures from their engagement and wedding festivities on her Instagram account. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 4BHK+Family Lounge+Utility room at 4.49Cr (All Incl)* ATS Triumph, Gurgaon Book Now Undo She wrote, "Absolutely no one compares to you. The love of my life. Always find me. @anandahuja eternity and beyond. #everydayphenomenal Happy Anniversary". On her acting front, after welcoming her son Vayu in 2022, she took a brief break from acting to focus on motherhood. Her last film appearance was in the 2023 crime thriller Blind, after which she has been selective about her projects. On the other hand, Kareena Kapoor was last seen in 'Singham Again,' which hit theaters on November 1, 2024. The film performed well at the box office. She is working on her upcoming film 'Takht,' directed by Karan Johar, scheduled for release on December 11, 2025. Takht is a historical drama with a star-studded cast. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .


Hindustan Times
07-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Op Bluestar anniversary: To avert clash, jathedar delivers ‘sandesh during ardas
The 41st anniversary of Operation Bluestar was observed peacefully at Golden Temple in Amritsar amid tight security on Friday, with the Akal Takht acting jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj delivering 'sandesh' (message) to the community during 'ardas' (prayer) to avert any clash. Instead of jathedar, Shiromani Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee (SGPC) chief Harjinder Singh Dhami felicitated the kin of Sikh leaders with 'siropa' (robe of honour) killed during the army action in June 1984. This is the first time in 25 years (1999) since the event became an annual affair, that a jathedar has not delivered a direct address to the community from the Akal Takht, thus avoiding any confrontation with Sikh seminary Damdami Taksal chief Harnam Singh Dhumma and some Nihang organisations, who had opposed Giani Gargaj's appointment as jathedar and had announced that they would not let him deliver 'sandesh.' In a surprise move, Giani Gargaj performed the 'ardas' at the end of which he raised issues concerning the Sikh community, what was called his 'sandesh.' He sought the release of Sikh prisoners; the unity of the panth; restrictions on wearing kakars (articles of faith) by Sikhs, and a prayer for Punjab not becoming a battleground in the India-Pakistan conflict. He also raised concern over ongoing efforts to blur Sikh identity and the issue of 'targeted killings' of Sikhs in the country. Interacting with the media at the Takht secretariat later, Giani Gargaj said, 'I gave my sandesh through ardas.' 'Sometimes we have to make such kind of decisions for the larger interests of the panth', he added. The jathedar stated that Punjab is the land sanctified by the Sikh Gurus, and seeds of hatred must not be sown here. Dhami presented 'siropas' to the kin of Sikh leaders after Ishar Singh and Inderjit Singh, the sons of slain militant leader Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, who was killed in Operation Bluestar, had backed Taksal's chief and had announced that they would not accept the 'siropa from the jathedar. Dhumma hailed SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami's role in this mutual understanding. On Friday, Dhumma reached the Takht with supporters, including armed nihangs. SGPC staff insisted only he enter the Takht building but allowed a few armed supporters along with him after an argument. The SGPC staff and Punjab Police personnel in plainclothes were on their toes to ensure order in the Golden Temple complex. SGPC employees escorted Giani Gargaj, who wore a black turban in protest of the army action, to the Takht, where Dhumma was made to sit in front of him. Meanwhile, Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) president Simranjit Singh Mann, who had backed Giani Gargaj, alleged that 'conservative forces' did not let Singh Sahib (acting jathedar) deliver his 'sandesh' properly and give siropa to kin of slain leaders. 'Causing disruption in the proceedings of Akal Takht is against the maryada and we condemn it', he added. Sarbat Khalsa-appointed acting parallel jathedar of Akal Takht Dhian Singh Mand also issued a separate 'sandesh' advocating unity in panth and burying the hatchets. The entire periphery of the Golden Temple near Akal Takht echoed with pro-Khalistan slogans raised by activists of different bodies including Dal Khalsa, SAD (A) and Sikh Youth Federation (Bhindranwale). Scuffles broke out between SGPC staff and young nihangs after the latter were not allowed to enter the Akal Takht. An angry young nihang attempted to hit an SGPC staffer with his dagger after the event in the shrine complex but was overpowered by the staff and locked in a room with the help of cops in plain cloth. A big function was also organised at Gurdwara Gurdarshan Parkash, headquarters of Damdami Taksal at village Chowk Mehta in Amritsar district. Complete bandh observed in Amritsar On the call of radical organisations, a complete bandh was observed on Friday with almost all the commercial outlets, shops, showrooms, and shopping malls remaining closed. Hall Bazaar, Katra Jaimal Singh Bazaar, IDH market, Lawrance Road, Ranjit Avenue markets and all other main commercial hubs wore deserted look and the cops kept a tight vigil to prevent any untoward incident. Services, including transport, were hit, while health services remained normal. Most of the residents preferred to stay at home. Banks and educational institutes also remained closed. However, health services remained normal.