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Mumbai, Jan 24 (IANS) Actor Karan Patel, who became a household name with his portrayal of Raman Bhalla in the popular television show Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, says the character turned out to be a defining chapter not just in his career but also in his personal journey. Asked how much Raman Bhalla changed him as a performer and as a person, Karan told IANS: “Raman Bhalla changed me deeply. As a performer, he taught me restraint, how silence can speak louder than dialogue. As a person, Raman softe…

Mumbai, Jan 23 (IANS) Singer-performer Sapna Choudhary is set to enter the upcoming reality competition The 50 as one of its players. Ahead of entering the show, she said that she will always remain true to herself sans masks and drama. Speaking about entering The 50, Sapna said: “Main sirf performer aur singer nahi hoon, main apni mitti se aayi ek awaaz hoon. Stage par ho ya The 50 ka house, main hamesha apne andaaz mein hi rahungi bina mask, bina drama. Jo hoon, wahi dikhega.(“I’m not ju…

Mumbai, Jan 23 (IANS) Popular television actor Karan Patel, who had earlier ruled out participating in reality shows like Bigg Boss, has opened up about what made him say yes to The 50, a format that also revolves around strategy, alliances, and mind games. Speaking about the contrast between the two shows, Karan, who is known for his work in shows such as ‘Kasturi’, ‘Yeh Hai Mohabbatein’ and ‘Kasautii Zindagii Kay’, said the difference lies in intent.“The difference lies in intent…

Mumbai, Jan 22 (IANS) Known for his acting prowess in iconic shows such as ‘Kasturi’, ‘Yeh Hai Mohabbatein’ and ‘Kasautii Zindagii Kay’, television actor Karan Patel, who is set to be seen in the new reality series ‘The 50’, says it marks a phase of reinvention in his career rather than a pause from acting. As he explores new formats like The 50, does he see this phase as reinvention rather than a break?Karan told IANS: “Absolutely. This is reinvention. I’m not done, I’m ev…

Mumbai, Jan 20 (IANS) Actress Urvashi Dholakia who is all set to participate in the upcoming reality show The 50, has spoken to IANS about her excitement and also highlighted that she will be putting to display her never seen before strength during tasks.Talking to IANS about The 50 inculcating many physical tasks and activities as a part of the game, Urvashi said, “There are many physical activities in the show, and you will surely get to see how much strength and power I have once I get ther…

Mumbai, Jan 20 (IANS) Adding to the buzz for the much-discussed reality show “The 50”, the makers have released a new promo featuring Ajay Devgn.The clip playfully teases the biggest mystery surrounding the show, “Who is the Lion of The 50?”The promo opens with Ajay watching a teaser of “The 50 ” when his phone starts ringing incessantly. While each caller is convinced that Ajay is the Lion, he confirms that it is not the case.He tries to shut down the speculations with cheeky nods, tongue-in-ch…

Mumbai, Jan 15 (IANS) Popular names such as Karan Patel, Archana Gautam, and Divya Aggarwal, along with social media star Faisal Shaikh, popularly known as Faisu, have been confirmed as contestants on the upcoming reality show “The 50.” A source close to IANS confirmed that Karan Patel, Archana Gautam, Divya Aggarwal, and Faisu will be seen as contestants on the show and that a huge set has been erected in the Madh Island area of Mumbai.Karan is known for his work in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein and …

Mumbai, Jan 3 (IANS) Filmmaker-choreographer and Youtuber Farah Khan, who is all set to decode “The 50”, says reality shows in India have followed a certain pattern for years and that the upcoming show is coming to shake that up. A glimpse was unveiled on Saturday, where at the centre of the intrigue is Farah Khan, who reacts to The 50 and its host, The Lion, in her trademark unfiltered style and is seen saying “Badalne waali hai reality shows ki reality,” prompting her to question why s…