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India.com
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Amrish Puri's daughter, as beautiful as many Bollywood heroines, works as a fashion designer, is married to..., her name is...
Late veteran actor Amrish Puri is one of the greatest actors that Indian cinema has ever produced. He dominated the silver screen with his unique style of acting for decades. Despite playing a villain in most of his films including Vidhaata, Nagina, Mr India, Shahenshah, Ram Lakhan, Damini, Tridev, Karan Arjun and others, he received a lot of love from fans and garnered immense fame for his performances. But, when it comes to his personal life, little is known. Amrish Puri was married to Urmila Diveker and the couple has two children- Rajeev and Namrata Puri. While Rajeev is a producer, Namrata is a fashion designer. Who is Amrish Puri's daughter? Although Namrata stays away from the glitzy world, she is an avid social media user and loves to showcase her work online. She studied software engineering, but is best known for her craft as a fashion designer. Her creations have been well-received in many fashion shows. Some of her pictures went viral on social media and fans can't get enough of her beauty. In one of her Instagram snaps, she was seen all draped up in a saree, exuding elegance and grace. She gave a stylish back pose, and flaunted her backless blouse. With open hairdo and subtle makeup, Namrata completed her ethnic look perfectly. In another Instagram picture, Namrata was seen in a stunning hand embroidered sharara set. While the bottoms were simple, the top had intricate golden embroidery on it. With dupatta on one-side, Namrata smile and posed for the cameras. In slide 2, Namrata can be seen candidly posing and smiling in a stylish black saree, featuring golden embroidery on the ruffles. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @namratapuribespoke Namrata is currently married to Shrish Bagwe. Her brother Rajeev works as a producer in the entertainment industry. His son, Vardhan Puri, followed his grandfather's footsteps, and featured in a movie titled Yeh Saali Aashiqui featuring Shivaleeka Oberoi. He also worked as an assistant director on the sets of Daawat-e-Ishq, Shuddh Desi Romance and Ishaqzaade.
NDTV
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
How Sanjeev Kumar, A Former Stuntman, Landed His Breakthrough Role In Dilip Kumar's Sunghursh
New Delhi: In the late 1960s, Sanjeev Kumar was a struggling actor grappling with self-doubt and uncertainty. His breakthrough came with Sunghursh (1968) but behind that big break was an unlikely hero, his loyal secretary, Jamnadas. The plot of Sunghursh revolved around Bhawani Prasad (Jayant), a criminal who feigns his identity as a holy man and is separated from his wife and son. He then forcibly takes his grandson named Kundan (Dilip Kumar who played the adult role) along with him, to follow in his footsteps. Sanjeev Kumar played the role of Dwarka Prasad who tries to end a feud between two families. A veteran documentary filmmaker told NDTV on condition of anonymity that director HS Rawail was on the lookout for someone who could hold his own opposite the great Dilip Kumar. But most known faces turned down the role, afraid of being overshadowed. Sanjeev Kumar, still carrying the tag of a former stuntman, believed he was right for the part, but he didn't have the courage to approach Rawail himself. Instead, he sent Jamnadas. Jamnadas became Sanjeev's tireless ambassador. He went to Rawail's office repeatedly with photographs, trying to convince him to consider Sanjeev. Rawail, annoyed by the persistence, eventually banned him from entering. Still, Jamnadas didn't give up. He told Sanjeev that Rawail had just been busy and quietly came up with another plan. He reached out to director Ramesh Saigal an old friend of Rawail and his regular card partner. On the pretext of casting for another project, Saigal showed Rawail reels of Sanjeev's unreleased work. Watching those clips, Rawail finally saw what Jamnadas had seen all along. He realized this was the same actor then known as Harihar Jariwala whose stage performance had once left a deep impression on him. Rawail was convinced, Sanjeev was his man. The shoot at Famous Studio in Mahalaxmi was a turning point. Sanjeev's very first scene opposite Dilip Kumar a silent, high-stakes chess game was so flawless, it didn't need a single retake. When the film released, industry rumours flew about Dilip Kumar allegedly refusing to work with Sanjeev again. But the veteran actor dismissed them, saying he'd only turned down weak scripts. Years later, the two worked together in Vidhaata (1982). The most touching moment came later, when Rawail told Sanjeev how fiercely Jamnadas had fought for him despite being thrown out of his office. From that day on, he never referred to him as just Jamnadas he became "Jamnadas ji". It's a timeless story of perseverance, loyalty, and the quiet champion who never stopped believing in his friend's dream.
Hans India
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Padmini Kolhapure reveals how niece Shraddha Kapoor chooses her roles with family support
Veteran actress Padmini Kolhapure recently opened up about the thoughtful approach her niece, Shraddha Kapoor, takes when selecting film roles. According to Padmini, the 'Stree' actress doesn't make decisions in isolation; instead, she carefully considers advice from her close family members before finalising her choices. Speaking to IANS, Padmini shared that Shraddha often discusses potential projects with her mother, Shivangi Kolhapure; sister, Tejaswini, father Shakti Kapoor, and even Padmini herself. The senior actress mentioned that this collective support system helps the young actress weigh the pros and cons of each opportunity, ensuring that she makes well-informed decisions that align with her career goals and personal values. Padmini revealed that despite taking input from her family, Shraddha ultimately trusts her own instincts. The 'Vidhaata' actress shared, 'Advice, in the sense Shraddha discusses. like with my sister Tejaswini, her mom Shivangi, me, her father, and, of course, also my husband. So, because she hears everybody, she kind of weighs the pros and cons, and then she goes ahead with her decisions in picking the films.' Padmini Kolhapure is Shraddha Kapoor's aunt. Padmini's elder sister, Shivangi Kolhapure, who was also an actress, is married to veteran actor Shakti Kapoor and is the mother of actors Shraddha Kapoor and Siddhanth Kapoor. Speaking about guiding her son Priyaank Sharma, Padmini Kolhapure admitted she is her son's toughest critic. When asked about her approach to supporting her son, who debuted in the 2019 film 'Sab Kushal Mangal,' the veteran star revealed that her family never pushed him into acting. Instead, they encouraged his genuine interest while preparing him for the tough realities of the industry. 'The film came out in 2019, and then COVID happened, so things stalled for him,' she said. 'My husband is a producer, I'm an actress, but we never had those typical dreams of forcing him to be an actor. He showed interest gradually, and we supported him.' Padmini stressed the importance of independence and hard work, sharing that her son was sent to Strasbourg to understand the challenges beyond glamour. 'I keep telling him this job isn't easy. It's blood, sweat, and tears,' she remarked, referencing her own experiences and the hard work she's seen from other actors like Shah Rukh Khan and Anil Kapoor.
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Amid ongoing debate about working women, Padmini Kolhapure reflects on challenges she faced post motherhood
Veteran actress opened up about her experiences as a working mother in the entertainment industry and how much the environment has evolved since her early days. Speaking to IANS, acknowledged that the times have certainly changed, making it easier and more supportive for women juggling motherhood and their careers today. She pointed out how modern film sets now offer comforts that were unimaginable before, such as vans, proper shelter from weather, and mobile restrooms-amenities that make a significant difference for actresses on set. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The 'Vidhaata' actress recalled how back in her day, conditions were tougher. She reminisced about shooting during rain often meant hastily seeking cover under a tree or an umbrella, highlighting the lack of proper facilities for women balancing motherhood with demanding shooting schedules. The veteran actress shared, "No doubt, it is definitely more conducive now for women because, you know, you have the comforts of a vanity van. And, you know, there are proper facilities-like, in those days, if it rained during shootings, one would run under a tree or a big umbrella. Now, you have tents and all those comforts, which are really important. I mean, there are vans with toilets, and back then it was different. Right? So, yeah, there is a lot that has improved, but a lot still needs to be done." Director Jabs Deepika Padukone for 'Taking Motherhood Seriously' Amidst Dua's Arrival She added, "Being a SINTA Senior Vice President, we have also met with the Labour Minister. And we've kind of told him about the challenges the industry, the women, the actors, and the members face. And they, you know, they're looking into it so positively. We met the Labour Minister, and he was so patient. There are a lot of things they didn't know, really - you know, the challenges actors are facing. That era was different. This era is different. You know, one has to evolve, one has to go with the trends. Technology has advanced so much." Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Padmini Kolhapure also touched on the rapid advancement of technology in filmmaking, contrasting the past with the present. While earlier, a cameraman's shot was the final take, today's digital technology allows directors and cinematographers to review footage instantly on monitors and make changes in post-production, offering greater creative flexibility. Padmini touched upon the challenges working mothers face in the industry amid the ongoing feud between and director . The tension reportedly arose after Deepika was removed from his film "Spirit," following claims that she was deemed 'unprofessional' for insisting on an eight-hour workday and specific conditions, reflecting her responsibilities as a new mother. Reports suggest that Deepika's request to limit her daily shooting hours was not well received by the filmmaker, highlighting the ongoing struggle for better accommodations for working mothers in cinema.
