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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.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Chunky Pandey says actors prepare extensively for their roles these days: ‘Earlier, they didn't really prepare'
Bollywood actor recently spoke about the growth of the and expressed his admiration for today's actors, who prioritise preparing themselves for their roles. Chunky Pandey on Industry's growth In an interview with India Today, Chunky shared his thoughts on how filmmaking has evolved to become more methodical and structured. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now 'Today, what surprises me the most is that actors do a lot of preparation for movies. That's very surprising – earlier, they didn't really prepare. Now, it's a very good thing. I mean, I've also started preparing for films now,' he said. Chunky Pandey wishes to re release 'Vishwatma' Shah Rukh Khan starrer 'Pathaan' enters Rs 200 crore club; mints Rs 52 crore at domestic box office on fourth day The 'Aankhen 'actor highlighted how modern filmmaking has become more scientific and planned. He acknowledged that the process now involves a lot of effort and detailed planning, in contrast to earlier times when everything was more spontaneous and experimental on set. He admitted that he misses those days filled with on-set fun and improvisation. 'This is the golden time of cinema – there are so many options today. There's big-screen cinema, OTT platforms, television, Instagram, YouTube. I think this is the best time to be around. You can be sitting in Kolkata and become a star,' Chunky added. When asked to name an old film he would like to see re-released, Chunky chose his 1992 movie 'Vishwatma'. Chunky Pandey's work front Chunky recently appeared in Detective Sherdil, alongside , Boman Irani, Banita Sandhu, and Diana Penty. Directed by Ravi Chhabriya, the film was released on an OTT platform yesterday (June 20). He is also enjoying the success of his recent comedy-suspense thriller 'Housefull 5', alongside and Abhishek Bachchan.
India Today
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
This is golden time of cinema: Chunky Pandey on changing times in film industry
Veteran actor Chunky Pandey, known for his effortless charm and comic timing, recently opened up about how much the film industry has evolved over the years - especially when it comes to preparation and the science behind filmmaking exclusively with India Today, the 'Aankhen' actor said, 'Yeah, every day is a surprise. Today, what surprises me the most is that actors do a lot of preparation for movies. That's very surprising - earlier, they didn't really prepare. Now, it's a very good thing. I mean, I've also started preparing for films now.'advertisementThe actor, who has seen the industry transition over decades, reflected on how filmmaking has become more meticulous and calculated. 'There's a lot of effort. I wouldn't say just effort, but there's a science behind making movies today,' he explained, adding, 'In our days, too, there was a science - but that science was fun. Everything happened on the sets. We experimented. I do miss that era.' Despite the nostalgia, Chunky remains optimistic and excited about the current cinematic landscape. 'This is the golden time of cinema - there are so many options today. There's big cinema, OTT, television, Instagram, YouTube. I think this is the best time to be around. You can be sitting in Kolkata and become a star.'When asked if there was one film which he would like to re-release for today's audience, he said, 'Vishwatma'(1992). I love that film, it's my favourite of my own films.'advertisementChunky was recently seen in 'Detective Sherdil' which stars Diljit Dosanjh, Boman Irani, Diana Penty among others.
India.com
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
‘Meri Kundali mein doosri shaadi...', Govinda fell for THIS actress despite being married to Sunita, her name was…, not Madhuri Dixit, Neelam Kothari
Many stars in Bollywood have captured the admiration of fans in a brief period. One among them was a renowned face from the industry. She was regarded as a symbol and was the top-earning actress of her era. Her aura was so powerful that individuals would lose their minds over her. Her delightful grin and twinkling eyes drove her admirers crazy. Bollywood's Finest Actress… Here we are talking about actress Divya Bharti, best known for hits like Vishwatma, Shola Aur Shabnam, Deewana, and Balwan. By early 1993, Divya's success was at its zenith and she was reportedly charging over Rs 50 lakh per film. Govinda, who was paired opposite the actress in their blockbuster film, Shola Aur Shabnam, was truly fond of her beauty. Once shared an interesting anecdote related to the actress. In an old conversation with Stardust, Govinda talked about his affection for the beautiful Divya Bharti while he was married to Sunita. The actor then revealed that he was attracted to Divya. He said, 'Well, I am a firm believer in destiny. What is meant to happen will happen. Yes, I like Juhi a lot. Divya Bharti too. Divya is extremely attractive and any man can get attracted to her. I know Sunita will be very upset with all this, but she should know that I am still protecting myself from Divya's charm.' During that period, Govinda was the star actor of the 90s. His name was linked with many actresses then, including Divya Bharti, Madhuri Dixit, Karishma Kapoor, Rambha, Neelam Kothari and many others. In the same conversation, he talked about the possibility of his second marriage amid reports of him and Divya dating. He had said, 'Tomorrow, who knows, I may get married again. Sunita should be ready for it. Only then will I feel free. And second marriage is in my Kundali.' Govinda, Divya and… Very few people know that it was Govinda who introduced Divya Bharti to renowned producer Sajid Nadiadwala. Divya and Sajid first met each other when Divya was working with Govinda in the film Shola Aur Shabnam. Sajid, who was working with Govinda in the film Zulm Ki Hukumat, went to meet Govinda. He then introduced Sajid to Divya and both fell in love at first sight as he was impressed by Divya's beauty. Both became friends, later they realized that they had feelings for each other. Soon they got married in a private ceremony on May 10, 1992.
India.com
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
‘Meri Kundali mein doosri shaadi…', Govinda fell for THIS actress despite being married to Sunita, then…, her name was…, not Madhuri Dixit, Neelam Kothari
Many stars in Bollywood have captured the admiration of fans in a brief period. One among them was a renowned face from the industry. She was regarded as a symbol and was the top-earning actress of her era. Her aura was so powerful that individuals would lose their minds over her. Her delightful grin and twinkling eyes drove her admirers crazy. Bollywood's Finest Actress… Here we are talking about actress Divya Bharti, best known for hits like Vishwatma, Shola Aur Shabnam, Deewana, and Balwan. By early 1993, Divya's success was at its zenith and she was reportedly charging over Rs 50 lakh per film. Govinda, who was paired opposite the actress in their blockbuster film, Shola Aur Shabnam, was truly fond of her beauty. Once shared an interesting anecdote related to the actress. In an old conversation with Stardust, Govinda talked about his affection for the beautiful Divya Bharti while he was married to Sunita. The actor then revealed that he was attracted to Divya. He said, 'Well, I am a firm believer in destiny. What is meant to happen will happen. Yes, I like Juhi a lot. Divya Bharti too. Divya is extremely attractive and any man can get attracted to her. I know Sunita will be very upset with all this, but she should know that I am still protecting myself from Divya's charm.' During that period, Govinda was the star actor of the 90s. His name was linked with many actresses then, including Divya Bharti, Madhuri Dixit, Karishma Kapoor, Rambha, Neelam Kothari and many others. In the same conversation, he talked about the possibility of his second marriage amid reports of him and Divya dating. He had said, 'Tomorrow, who knows, I may get married again. Sunita should be ready for it. Only then will I feel free. And second marriage is in my Kundali.' Govinda, Divya and… Very few people know that it was Govinda who introduced Divya Bharti to renowned producer Sajid Nadiadwala. Divya and Sajid first met each other when Divya was working with Govinda in the film Shola Aur Shabnam. Sajid, who was working with Govinda in the film Zulm Ki Hukumat, went to meet Govinda. He then introduced Sajid to Divya and both fell in love at first sight as he was impressed by Divya's beauty. Both became friends, later they realized that they had feelings for each other. Soon they got married in a private ceremony on May 10, 1992.
