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Priyanka Chopra practices Telugu lines, greets Mahesh Babu, SS Rajamouli, Namrata Shirodkar and Sitara in new BTS from Varanasi launch
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Priyanka Chopra practices Telugu lines, greets Mahesh Babu, SS Rajamouli, Namrata Shirodkar and Sitara in new BTS from Varanasi launch

Priyanka Chopra’s new behind-the-scenes video from the Varanasi launch event has taken over social media, offering fans an inside look at her preparations and candid moments with the film’s team. The actress shared a compilation that highlights everything from her Telugu rehearsals to her interactions with Mahesh Babu, SS Rajamouli, Namrata Shirodkar and Sitara.Practicing Telugu before going on stageOne of the most talked-about portions of the clip shows Priyanka practicing her Telugu lines backstage. Seen with a mask on and notes in hand, she admits that speaking Telugu feels easier when she’s in character, unlike delivering it live before a packed auditorium. The moment offered fans a rare glimpse of her linguistic prep for a Telugu-dominated event.Backstage warmth: Mahesh Babu, Rajamouli, Namrata and SitaraAnother part of the video captures Priyanka greeting Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli moments before the launch. She is also seen warmly hugging Namrata Shirodkar and her daughter Sitara, a clip fans quickly picked up on for its genuine warmth. The actress then rehearses her stage entry while her glam team works around her, reflecting the controlled chaos just before a major public appearance.A look at the event nightThe reel transitions to the main event, showing the massive crowd, the charged atmosphere, and Priyanka’s brief conversations with co-stars right before stepping into the spotlight. A glimpse of Shruti Haasan’s high-energy performance is also included.The evening marked SS Rajamouli’s official reveal of Mahesh Babu’s first look as Rudhra from Varanasi, previously known as SSMB29 and Globe Trotter. Priyanka plays Mandakini in the film, while Prithviraj Sukumaran stars as Kumbha.Release updateAlthough the team has not announced a specific release date, composer MM Keeravaani confirmed that Varanasi is aiming for a Summer 2027 release. Rajamouli also disclosed that the teaser was designed purely to showcase the film’s vast scale—particularly the striking shot of Mahesh Babu’s Rudhra riding an ox with a trishul in hand, which has already sparked widespread discussion among fans.Cast Your Vote for India's Biggest Habit Index and Get an Exclusive First Look Before Results Go Live. Take the survey here!

'The Family Man 3': From Manoj Bajpayee to Jaideep Ahlawat, who will play what? Here's all you need to know
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'The Family Man 3': From Manoj Bajpayee to Jaideep Ahlawat, who will play what? Here's all you need to know

Manoj Bajpayee's 'The Family Man 3' is all set for release, and fans have been eagerly waiting for the third installment for the last four years. Amid the growing buzz around the web series, here’s a look at who will be playing what in the upcoming season.Who will play what in 'The Family Man 3'Manoj Bajpayee returns as the protagonist, Shrikant Tiwari. Andrea Kevichusa, who had a brief role in the second season, will have significant screen time as Nima, the love interest of the antagonist.Aditya Srivastav, popularly known as Abhijeet from CID, will make his debut in the franchise as Yashwant Kumar. Veteran actor Dalip Tahil is set to reprise his role as Kulkarni. Jugal Hansraj joins the cast as Dwarakanath and will reportedly appear in four episodes.Darshan Kumaar, aka Major Sameer, makes a comeback. Harman Singha joins as Yatish Chawla. Seema Biswas returns as PM Basu, and Sharib Hashmi is once again set to appear as JK Talpade.Gul Panag reprises her role as the sharp and fierce Saloni. Shreya Dhanwanthary as Zoya and Priyamani as Suchitra Tiwari will also be seen again in the third season.The main antagonist, Jaideep Ahlawat, steps into the role of Rukma.With such a powerful ensemble, expectations from the show are understandably sky-high.More about 'The Family Man 3'Directed by Raj & DK, Suman Kumar, and Tusshar Seyth, the series is scheduled to arrive on Amazon Prime Video on November 21, 2025.

Ranbir Kapoor's 'Ramayana' co-star Ajinkya Deo calls him 'pure-hearted'; says actor has 'no filter'
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Ranbir Kapoor's 'Ramayana' co-star Ajinkya Deo calls him 'pure-hearted'; says actor has 'no filter'

Ranbir Kapoor will be seen playing the role of Lord Ram in Nitesh Tiwari's magnum opus, 'Ramayana'. And amidst all the buzz around the film, his co-star, veteran actor Ajinkya Deo, was all praise for the leading man in a recent interview.Ajinkya Deo praises Ranbir Kapoor for being 'pure at heart'In a conversation with Varinder Chawla, Ajinkya said, "RK made me feel so comfortable." The renowned Marathi actor who will be seen essaying the role of Guru Vishwamitra in the Nitesh Tiwari epic, showered praises on his co-star, saying, "He used to be… You know what, about him also, he used to say, ‘Sir, beautiful shot, yaar. I mean, I loved it, yaar.’ When somebody gives you that, like, he’s like, ‘Sir, aap lagte nahi ho yaar (you don't look like your age), where do you work out and all?’"In the same conversation, Ajinkya added that he thanked Kapoor for the compliment. Deo told RK that his own physique is not much compared to him. Recalling the interaction, the 'Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan' actor added, "He said, ‘No sir, aapki age tak pata nahi mera kya hone waala hai (No sir. I don't know what will happen to me when I become your age).'"He further shared that Ranbir was "very, very, very pure at heart." The actor went on to say that Kapoor has "no 3, 4, 5 filters in between."The actor expressed that Ranbir is "what he is." He added that because of this nature of Kapoor, he is good on screen as well. He said, "There is an immediate direct connect with the audiences. The moment you have these screens in between, which earlier stars had. But then that was the way it was then. But today, it’s no filter, yaar."More about 'Ramayana'Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and backed by Namit Malhotra, the film stars Ranbir as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, Yash as Ravan, Ravi Dubey as Lakshaman, and Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman.The film also stars Amitabh Bachchan, Rakul Preet Singh, Kunal Kapoor, Lara Dutta, Arun Govil, and Sheeba Chadha. The movie will release in two parts on Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027.Cast Your Vote for India's Biggest Habit Index and Get an Exclusive First Look Before Results Go Live. Take the survey here!

Esha Deol loses her cool as paparazzi block her car after visiting Dharmendra at the hospital; Bobby Deol looks distressed
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Esha Deol loses her cool as paparazzi block her car after visiting Dharmendra at the hospital; Bobby Deol looks distressed

Veteran actor Dharmendra was hospitalised at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital on Monday, November 10, prompting an outpouring of concern and good wishes from fans and fellow members of the film industry. On Tuesday, his wife Hema Malini, daughter Esha Deol, and nephew Abhay Deol were spotted visiting him at the hospital.Esha Deol loses patienceAfter visiting Dharmendra, Esha and Hema were seen leaving the hospital when paparazzi surrounded their car, trying to capture pictures and get updates about the actor’s health. The situation quickly became chaotic, and Esha looked visibly annoyed as photographers blocked their car, making it difficult for them to move. She was seen folding her hands and requesting the media to make way, saying, “What is this?”See More: Dharmendra Health UpdatesBobby Deol looks distressedBobby Deol was also spotted leaving the hospital in his car. He appeared worried and visibly distressed as he was photographed outside after visiting his ailing father, Dharmendra.Esha clears the airEarlier in the day, several false reports surfaced online claiming that veteran actor Dharmendra had passed away. Addressing the rumours, Esha wrote,“The media seems to be in overdrive and spreading false news. My father is stable and recovering. We request everyone to give our family privacy. Thank you for the prayers for papa’s speedy recovery.”Hema Malini also condemned the misinformation, saying,“What is happening is unforgivable! How can responsible channels spread false news about a person who is responding to treatment and is recovering? This is extremely disrespectful and irresponsible. Please give due respect to the family and its need for privacy.”

When Esha Deol recalled meeting Dharmendra’s first wife Prakash Kaur for the first time after 30 years, 'I touched her feet, and she blessed me'
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When Esha Deol recalled meeting Dharmendra’s first wife Prakash Kaur for the first time after 30 years, 'I touched her feet, and she blessed me'

Veteran actor Dharmendra has always been admired not only for his on-screen charm but also for his eventful personal life. Before marrying Hema Malini, Dharmendra was married to Prakash Kaur, with whom he shares four children — Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, Vijeeta Deol, and Ajeeta Deol. Later, without divorcing Prakash, Dharmendra tied the knot with Hema Malini and became a father to Esha Deol and Ahana Deol.Despite the two marriages, both families have maintained a cordial relationship over the years, though Dharmendra’s two wives lived separately. Interestingly, it took Esha nearly 30 years to meet her father’s first wife, Prakash Kaur, for the first time.Esha Deol opens up about the emotional meetingIn Hema Malini’s biography, Hema Malini: Beyond the Dream Girl, Esha Deol opened up about how she became the first member of Hema’s family to enter Dharmendra’s house. She shared that she was extremely close to Dharmendra’s brother, Ajeet Deol (actor Abhay Deol’s father). When Ajeet fell ill in 2015, Esha wanted to visit him and check on his health.However, since Ajeet was being treated at Dharmendra’s family home, Esha sought help from her half-brother, Sunny Deol, to facilitate the visit. Recalling the moment, Esha shared, “I wanted to meet my uncle and pay my respects. He loved me and Ahana very much and we were also very close to Abhay. We had no other way than to go to his house. He was not even in the hospital that we would meet him there. So I called Sunny Bhaiya and they made full arrangements to meet him.” Esha’s first meeting with Prakash KaurDuring that visit, Esha unexpectedly came face-to-face with her stepmother, Prakash Kaur. Describing the brief yet emotional interaction, Esha revealed, “I touched her feet, and she left me after blessing me.”The encounter was short, but it marked a moment of warmth and mutual respect between the two families who had long lived apart.Hema Malini on maintaining peace and dignityIn her own biography, Hema Malini: The Dream Girl, the actress opened up about her decision to never meet Dharmendra’s first wife after their marriage. She shared that she chose to maintain distance out of respect for Prakash and to avoid disturbing her.“I didn’t want to disturb anyone. I am happy with whatever Dharamji did for me and my daughters. He played the role of a father, like any father would do. I guess I am happy with that,” Hema wrote.