Mumbai, July 21 (IANS) Veteran superstar Hema Malini reflected on the values that have guided her remarkable six-decade journey in Indian cinema.Talking about her success in the film industry, she said that it demanded complete dedication and discipline, lessons she learnt through years of training in Bharatanatyam.Appearing on a recent episode of the singing reality show, ‘Indian Idol’, the actress credited the classical dance form for shaping her career and her approach towards work.Sharing he…
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Mumbai, July 11 (IANS) Veteran stalwart singer Sudesh Bhosale took a trip down memory lane during the celebrations marking Hema Malini’s 60 glorious years in Indian cinema.The singer recalled how he painted the legendary actress’ film posters alongside his father before eventually sharing the stage with her, a few years later.Speaking at the event with the media present, Bhosale revealed that long before becoming a playback singer and mimicry artist, he assisted his father in hand-painting large…
Mumbai, July (IANS) Veteran stalwart singer Anup Jalota paid a heartfelt tribute to Hema Malini during the celebrations marking her 60 glorious years in Indian cinema.The singer spoke about how Dharmendra became an integral part of the legendary actress’ extraordinary journey and that her remarkable life story cannot be summed up in just a three-to-four-hour concert.Speaking to the media present at the event, Jalota reflected on Hema Malini’s illustrious career as an actress, dancer and performe…
Mumbai, July 9 (IANS) Actor Adil Hussain, whose film ‘52 Blue’ is set to be screened at the ongoing edition of the London Indian Film Festival, has spoken about his preparations for his part in the film. The actor spoke with IANS recently, and shed light on the deeper aspects of his character in the film. He essays the role of a father who had fulfilled his own dream being a Bharatanatyam dancer from Kerala. His character had also been a rebel but because of a tragedy, he decided to stifle t…
Jakarta, July 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday appreciated the captivating cultural performances held during his arrival ceremony in Indonesia. Appreciating Indonesia’s iconic shadow puppet tradition, PM Modi wrote, “Witnessed a captivating performance of Wayang Kulit, Indonesia’s treasured shadow puppetry tradition, bringing the timeless story of the Ramayan to life. It was a moving reminder of how our shared civilisational heritage has travelled across seas and generations, …
Mumbai, July 3 (IANS) Actress Ananya Panday has shared a picturesque carousel from her recent getaway in Greece.The actress revealed that she spent ‘the most beautiful five days’ with wonderful people while learning more about the earth, people and herself.Taking to her social media account, Ananya dropped a carousel of umpteen number of pictures from her vacation.The album featured stunning views of Greece’s crystal-clear turquoise waters and rocky coastline. It also had glimpses of her enjoyin…
Surat, June 28 (IANS) A young Garba practitioner from Gujarat has been selected for one of India’s highest honours for emerging performing artists, with Bardoli-based folk dancer and musician Twisha Vyas chosen for the 2025 Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar by the Sangeet Natak Akademi, under the Union Ministry of Culture, for her contribution to the folk dance tradition of Garba.The recognition comes a few years after UNESCO inscribed Gujarat’s traditional Garba on its ‘Representative List of …
Nice, June 13 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing welcome by the Indian diaspora in Nice, France, chanting slogans of “Modi Modi” and echoes of “Bharat Mata ki Jai”. He was welcomed on Saturday by energetic performances of Kathak, Odissi and Bharatanatyam.”A memorable welcome from the Indian community in Nice. Though they may be several kilometres away from home, the bond of our diaspora with India remains as strong as ever,” PM Modi said on social media platform X.Upon his ar…
Mumbai, June 13 (IANS) Bollywood actress Actor Adil Hussain, whose film ‘52 Blue’ is set to be screened at the upcoming edition of the London Indian Film Festival, has shared what made him give his nod to the film. The actor spoke with IANS, and shared that he always looks for the story of an underdog, who breaks free from the challenges and carves out his own path.The actor told IANS,” I have always been a big fan and admirer of people who would like to break free from all kinds of shackl…
Mumbai, May 31 (IANS) Bollywood actress Meenakshi Seshadri is one proud mother. The veteran star took to her social media account to celebrate a major milestone in her son Josh’s life as he graduated from Harvard University’s Class of 2026.Sharing a video from the graduation ceremony, Meenakshi expressed her joy and pride in a heartfelt note.The clip showed Josh dressed in a crisp white shirt, seated among fellow graduates during the ceremony.Congratulating her son on the achievement, she wr…