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05-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Priyanka Chopra's 'Kismat' costar Smita Jaykar recalls judging the actress for being 'skinny' & 'dark': ‘How do these people come to...'
Priyanka Chopra has mentioned several times how she faced scrutiny over her dark complexion and skinny physique in her initial phase of her career read more From being a 'Desi Girl' to 'Global Sensation', Priyanka Chopra's journey is not only inspirational but exceptional in all sorts of forms. The _Heads of State_ actress has mentioned several times how she faced scrutiny over her dark complexion and skinny physique in her initial phase of her career. Now, veteran actress Smita Jaykar shared that she judged PeeCee for her physical attributes during their 2004 film Kismat and doubted her potential based on her appearance. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'I worked in Priyanka's initial days' film with her, Kismat. She was very thin, skinny, dark. She was introduced to me and Mohan Joshi that she would be playing our daughter. When I saw her, I said, 'Oh My God'. She looked like nothing at that point in time. I thought how do these people come to become a heroine,' Smita recalled while talking to Filmymantra Media. Smita shared that she later regretted judging Priyanka on her appearance and said, 'Cut to, Priyanka Chopra was wow. I thought, what has this girl gone and done? She became a diva completely. So, you can't judge somebody and say, 'Yaar, yeh kisko leke aaye ho'. Kuch maaloom nahi kiski kismat kab badal jaaye (Whom have you brought. You never know when fate changes). What an actress, fab!' Talking about Kismat, the movie also featured Bobby Deol Kabir Bedi, Sanjay Narvekar, and Ashish Vidyarthi in prominent roles. It was directed by Guddu Dhanoa of Ziddi, Aflatoon, Bichhoo and Big Brother fame. It was the remake of AR Murugadoss' Dheena, which featured Ajith Kumar, Laila and Suresh Gopi in key roles. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Talking about Priyanka Chopra, she was recently seen in Prime Video's Head of State, which also features John Cena, Idris Elba, Jack Quaid, Paddy Considine, Stephen Root, and Carla Gugino in key roles. It is directed by Ilya Naishuller.
India.com
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet most dreaded villain of Bollywood who did 300 films in his career, married at 57, tried to end his life due to..., his name is...
At an age when most settle into quiet routines, a popular actor from the Indian film industry decided to take a bold step that sparked massive online chatter. Known for his shady and dark characters, he surprised everyone by announcing his wedding at 57 through a simple social media post. What followed wasn't just warm wishes, but a storm of trolling and unsolicited opinions from netizens who questioned his decision. Yet, unfazed by the digital noise, he stood firm in his choice, proving that love and companionship know no deadline. The Most Dreaded Villain Of Bollywood Here we are talking about actor Ashish Vidyarthi , who is best known for his outstanding negative performances in films, including Ziddi, Bicchoo, Joru Ka Ghulam, Bhai, Kill, Vedaa and many others. Ashish Vidyarthi was born on June 19, 1965, in Delhi, India. Vidyarthi made his acting debut in the film Sardar, portraying V. P. Menon , a character inspired by the life of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel . However, his first released film was Drohkaal , which earned him the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1995. Over the years, he has acted in more than 300 films across 11 different languages. In addition to acting, Vidyarthi runs a popular YouTube channel with over a million subscribers, where he regularly shares vlogs about food. The Challenging Life Of Ashish Vidyarthi In one of his vlogs, while discussing his struggles, Ashish stated, 'Why am I even alive? This is a question I have asked myself many times when I felt completely broken, failed, and lost. I know you must have experienced this too—those moments when you felt like giving up on life. This is very personal to me, and I feel like I can openly share this with my family on YouTube today.' He continued, 'As an actor, there are many struggles one must face to make a name in this film industry. I had my share of challenges too. Even after winning a National Award and being appreciated for my work, I soon became a caricature of myself, taking on the same roles repeatedly. It was an absolutely painful time in my life when I was only hired to do what I had done in the past.' He further expressed, 'During this time, I was at my lowest and even contemplated ending my life. Had I chosen to take that path, people might have said, 'Bollywood failed him' or 'He should have lived because he deserved better'—perhaps a couple of breaking news stories or trending hashtags.' In 2001, Ashish Vidyarthi married Piloo Vidyarthi, also known as Rajoshi , and they welcomed a son named Arth . However, in 2022, they decided to separate and filed for a mutual divorce. In 2023, at the age of 57, Vidyarthi married entrepreneur Rupali Barua . When he announced his marriage on social media, many netizens mocked him. Despite the online criticism, the couple remained unaffected and are happily married.
Time of India
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
He made Lata Mangeshkar and Kishore Kumar overnight stars, yet his wife was found begging at Mumbai station. Who was Khemchand Prakash?
Javed Akhtar , a respected voice in the Indian film industry, has consistently supported the cause of fair compensation for those behind the creation of music — including lyricists, composers, and singers. His passionate advocacy for the Copyright (Amendment) Bill 2010 stemmed not only from a sense of justice but also from heartbreaking real-life stories that illustrate the absence of protective systems for creators. One such story is that of legendary composer Khemchand Prakash , whose family endured neglect and hardship after his untimely death. Prakash's name is etched in the golden era of Hindi cinema as a musical genius who shaped the careers of icons like Lata Mangeshkar , Kishore Kumar, Naushad, and Manna Dey. In an era when fresh talent struggled to find recognition, it was Prakash who gave Lata her big break in the film Ziddi in 1948. However, it was their second collaboration — the hauntingly beautiful 'Aayega Aane Wala' from Mahal — that catapulted her into national fame. Unfortunately, Prakash did not live to see the success of the film or the song, as he passed away in 1950 at the young age of 42 due to liver cirrhosis. His death not only marked the end of a brilliant musical journey but also pushed his family into financial turmoil. His wife, Sridevi, and daughter, Chandrakala, reportedly received little to no support from the industry. Their financial situation worsened over time, and in a painful revelation later shared by Javed Akhtar in the Rajya Sabha, it was found that Prakash's wife was reduced to begging at a Mumbai railway station, decades after her husband had composed timeless melodies. The industry's failure to support the families of its pioneers exposed the systemic gaps in how creators were compensated. Akhtar's speech during the parliamentary session served as both a tribute and a call to action. He emphasized how creators like Prakash were denied their rightful earnings because royalties were either poorly enforced or entirely absent. He argued that if Prakash's family had received ongoing income from the music he composed, their lives would have been very different. One of his compositions alone, 'Aayega Aane Wala,' could have earned his family lakhs in royalties, with reports suggesting a potential amount of ₹50 lakh. Khemchand Prakash was born in 1907 into a family deeply rooted in classical performance traditions. His father, Goverdhan Das, was a skilled Dhrupad singer and Kathak performer in the royal court of Madho Singh II. Though Prakash began his musical career early, his initial contributions to the 1935 version of Devdas were uncredited. His formal debut came in 1939 with Meri Aankhein. Over the next decade, he delivered a series of hits, including in films like Tansen, Ziddi, and Mahal. His compositions graced the voices of KL Saigal, Shamshad Begum, Noorjehan, and Kamini Kaushal, setting a high bar for Bollywood music. One of Prakash's greatest contributions to the industry was not just his music but his talent-spotting abilities. He discovered Kishore Kumar and brought him to public attention with the song 'Marne Ki Duaaen Kyun Maangu.' Lata Mangeshkar herself recalled in a 2020 interview that her first meeting with Kishore took place en route to Prakash's studio, highlighting how the composer was the connecting thread in some of Indian cinema 's most celebrated artistic unions. Today, the story of Khemchand Prakash stands as both a tribute to a musical visionary and a stark reminder of how creators can be forgotten if laws fail to protect their contributions. His life and legacy underscore the urgency of reform in recognizing and rewarding artistic labor — not just for the sake of artists, but for the dignity of their families as well.
Economic Times
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
He made Lata Mangeshkar and Kishore Kumar overnight stars, yet his wife was found begging at Mumbai station. Who was Khemchand Prakash?
Agencies Forgotten Maestro: The Genius Who Launched Legends but Died in Obscurity Javed Akhtar, a respected voice in the Indian film industry, has consistently supported the cause of fair compensation for those behind the creation of music — including lyricists, composers, and singers. His passionate advocacy for the Copyright (Amendment) Bill 2010 stemmed not only from a sense of justice but also from heartbreaking real-life stories that illustrate the absence of protective systems for creators. One such story is that of legendary composer Khemchand Prakash, whose family endured neglect and hardship after his untimely death. Prakash's name is etched in the golden era of Hindi cinema as a musical genius who shaped the careers of icons like Lata Mangeshkar, Kishore Kumar, Naushad, and Manna Dey. In an era when fresh talent struggled to find recognition, it was Prakash who gave Lata her big break in the film Ziddi in 1948. However, it was their second collaboration — the hauntingly beautiful 'Aayega Aane Wala' from Mahal — that catapulted her into national fame. Unfortunately, Prakash did not live to see the success of the film or the song, as he passed away in 1950 at the young age of 42 due to liver cirrhosis. His death not only marked the end of a brilliant musical journey but also pushed his family into financial turmoil. His wife, Sridevi, and daughter, Chandrakala, reportedly received little to no support from the industry. Their financial situation worsened over time, and in a painful revelation later shared by Javed Akhtar in the Rajya Sabha, it was found that Prakash's wife was reduced to begging at a Mumbai railway station, decades after her husband had composed timeless melodies. The industry's failure to support the families of its pioneers exposed the systemic gaps in how creators were speech during the parliamentary session served as both a tribute and a call to action. He emphasized how creators like Prakash were denied their rightful earnings because royalties were either poorly enforced or entirely absent. He argued that if Prakash's family had received ongoing income from the music he composed, their lives would have been very different. One of his compositions alone, 'Aayega Aane Wala,' could have earned his family lakhs in royalties, with reports suggesting a potential amount of ₹50 Prakash was born in 1907 into a family deeply rooted in classical performance traditions. His father, Goverdhan Das, was a skilled Dhrupad singer and Kathak performer in the royal court of Madho Singh II. Though Prakash began his musical career early, his initial contributions to the 1935 version of Devdas were uncredited. His formal debut came in 1939 with Meri Aankhein. Over the next decade, he delivered a series of hits, including in films like Tansen, Ziddi, and Mahal. His compositions graced the voices of KL Saigal, Shamshad Begum, Noorjehan, and Kamini Kaushal, setting a high bar for Bollywood of Prakash's greatest contributions to the industry was not just his music but his talent-spotting abilities. He discovered Kishore Kumar and brought him to public attention with the song 'Marne Ki Duaaen Kyun Maangu.' Lata Mangeshkar herself recalled in a 2020 interview that her first meeting with Kishore took place en route to Prakash's studio, highlighting how the composer was the connecting thread in some of Indian cinema's most celebrated artistic the story of Khemchand Prakash stands as both a tribute to a musical visionary and a stark reminder of how creators can be forgotten if laws fail to protect their contributions. His life and legacy underscore the urgency of reform in recognizing and rewarding artistic labor — not just for the sake of artists, but for the dignity of their families as well.
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Did you know wife of composer Khemchand Prakash, who launched Lata Mangeshkar and Kishore Kumar, was found begging at a Mumbai railway station after his death?
Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar has drawn attention to the glaring gaps in India's copyright and royalty framework for creative professionals. A vocal advocate for fair compensation in the music and film industry, Akhtar has consistently pushed for reforms that acknowledge the contributions of composers, writers, and singers. He cited the life of composer Khemchand Prakash to highlight the lack of financial security faced by the artistic community. Khemchand Prakash's demise and his wife's life Khemchand Prakash, known for launching the careers of icons such as Lata Mangeshkar , Kishore Kumar , Manna Dey, and Naushad, died at the age of 42—reportedly from liver cirrhosis—without ever reaping the rewards of his enduring legacy. When Lata Mangeshkar said that she will continue to sing till her last breath Akhtar recalled how Prakash had once stood firm in support of a young and inexperienced Lata Mangeshkar, backing her talent when others doubted her. Their partnership began with the film 'Ziddi', but it was the haunting melody of 'Aayega Aane Wala' from Mahal (1949) that truly propelled Mangeshkar's voice into the hearts of millions. Prakash did not live long enough to witness the song's lasting impact. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha in 2012, Akhtar shared the heartbreaking aftermath of the composer's death: 'Ayega ek din, ayega. Bahut mashoor geet hai, 60 saal pehle likha gaya tha... by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo This song was composed by Khemchand Prakash, a deeply admired musician of his time… When they tried to locate him to pay Rs 13,000 owed to him, it was found that his wife was begging in Malad. This is not surprising. There are many stories like this,' he stated. Javed about law protecting the rights of the vulnerable In an old interview with The Times of India, Javed underlined the broader implications of the issue. 'The law is supposed to protect the rights of the vulnerable. Nobody cares for the families of creators of evergreen songs — the story of Khemchand Prakash, a singer of the golden era who composed songs like 'Aayega Aane Wala', is a case in point. Some time ago, his wife was found begging at Mumbai's Malad station. If Prakash's family had received adequate royalty from his music, it would not have met such a fate. ' 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 .
