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Nikhil Yadav to join cast of &TV’s Ek Mahanayak  Dr  B  R  Ambedkar,  essay Maloji’s character in the  show   By Rajesh Ahuja Actor Nikhil Yadav, last seen in several television shows, OTT, commercials and theatre, is set to join &TV's Ek Mahanayak - Dr B. R. Ambedkar . The actor will essay the role of Maloji, the younger brother of Nandu, Bhimrao's (Atharva) friend. Bhimrao will play a significant role in guiding Maloji and showing him the right direction. Nikhil Yadav to join cast of Ek Mahanayak Dr B R Ambedkar  Talking about his character Maloji, Nikhil Yadav said, “Maloji and Bhimrao became friends when he moved to the chawl in Bombay. Maloji is not financially secure, focusing more on making money than his studies. However, Bhimrao will encourage him to focus on his studies so that he can use education to become self-reliant. They share a special bond, and their journey will inspire an inspiring track.” Expressing his excitemen...

I am astounded by  fairy tale of Snow White and Seven Dwarfs: Vidisha Srivastava By Rajesh Ahuja The favourite bhabhi of television Vidisha Srivastava is fascinated by the fairy tale of Snow White and Seven Dwarfs . Vidisha, Srivastava, who has won hearts as Anita bhabhi in the comedy show Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain , said that she is specially enamoured by Berry, Snow White's small rabbit pet and companion who never left her side despite the circumstances. Vidisha Srivastava is astounded by the fairy tale of Snow White and Seven Dwarfs In a chat on the occasion of National Tell a Fairy Tale day, Vidisha Srivastava said, “My mother used to read fairy tales to my sister and me before putting us to bed. My favourite fairy tale is the story of the Snow White and Seven Dwarfs . I was astounded by Berry, her small rabbit pet and companion who never left her side despite the circumstances.  I insisted my mother get me a pet like Berry. Initially, she refused but eventually agreed to let...

  Rapunzel was my all time favourite Fairy tale: Kamna Pathak By Rajesh Ahuja Kamna Pathak,who has been grabbing eyeballs as Rajesh in the comedy show Happu Ki Ultan Paltan , is fascinated by the fairy tale of Rapunzel. On the occasion of National Tell a Fairy Tale day , Kamna Pathak, who has won hearts as Rajesh in Happu Ki Ultan Paltan , said that she has been fascinated by the long and strong hair of Rapunzel in the legendary Fairy tale. Actress Kamna Pathak says that Rapunzel is her all'time favourite Fairy Tale In a chat, the actress said,'“Rapunzel was my all-time favourite fairy tale. Her long and strong hair captivated me so much that I refused to let anyone cut my hair for a long time. I would ask my grandmother for champi to help my hair grow faster.  After washing my hair, I would spend hours in front of the mirror measuring and gazing through the long strands of my hair, imagining myself as Rapunzel. '' Kamna Pathak said that she was inspired not only by her...

 I imagine myself as Alice in Wonderland whenever I host a party at home: Priety Sahay By Rajesh Ahuja Most of us have held a fascination for legendary Fairy tales recounted to us by our grandparents in our childhood. For actress Priety Sahay, the legendary Fairy tale of Alice in Wonderland has been a personal favourite since her childhood. The fairy tale of Alice in Wonderland has held a strong fascination for her over the years. Actress Priety Sahay says Alice in Wonderland has been her favourite Fairy tale On the occasion of National Tell a Fairy Tale day , Priety, who assays the role of Kamini in &TV's Doosri Maa , shares as to why the Fairy tale has been her favourite. In a chat, Priety Sahay said, the story of Alice in Wonderland has always been my favourite. I would love to read and listen to it again and again. I would never get bored with it.  It was fascinating to see what Alice encountered after falling down the rabbit hole. The best part of Alice's story was...

Playing a  house maid in Main Raj Kapoor Ho Gaya was challenging: Shravani Goswami By Rajesh Ahuja She is a popular face on films and television, having worked in TV shows like Baal Shiv,  Ishq Mein Marjaavan and Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlaata Hai and  films like Bhuj The Pride of India . Actress Shravani Goswami,  who was last seen in the film Bhuj the Pride if India,   will be seen in a key role in the upcoming film Main Raj Kapoor Hogaya ,  which releases in cinemas on February 17. Shravani,  who was in the capital city of Delhi for the promotion of her upcoming film, said that she is fortunate to have got an opportunity to play a challenging role in her latest film. Actress Shravani Goswami says that working in the film Main Raj Kapoor Hogaya was quite challenging  Talking to reporters during her visit to Delhi,  Shravani said that doing the role in Main Raj Kapoor Hogaya was quite challenging. 'I play the role of a house maid in the film...

 Cirkus to stream on Netflix February 17 By Rajesh Ahuja After entertaining in cinemas, comedy of errors Cirkus is set to premiere on OTT next week. Cirkus ,  directed by Rohit Shelly and starring Ranveer Singh and Varun Sharma in lead roles,  will premiere on Netflix on February 17. Cirkus premieres on Netflix on February 17 Cirkus is the story of two sets of identical twins  in an orphanage who are given for adoption to two different families in two different cities. Years later, a comedy of errors ensues when one set of twins decides to visit the city where the other set of twins runs a circus Jointly produced by Rohit Shetty Productionz and T-Series, Cirkus stars Ranveer Singh  and Varun Sharma in dual roles alongside Pooja Hegde and Jacqueline Fernandez. Cirkus is a remake of the 1982 Hindi film  Angoor  which itself was based on William Shakespeare's play  The Comedy of Errors . Ci...

  & TV’s Doosri Maa completes 100 episodes! By Rajesh Ahuja It is celebration time for &TV’s Doosri Maa as the show completes 100 episodes!  Launched in September 2022, the show narrates the story of a woman living in Uttar Pradesh with her husband, two daughters, and in-laws whose happy, peaceful family life comes to a screeching halt when she and her husband unknowingly end up adopting his illegitimate child. In a short time, the show has become the audience’s favourite family drama on television. The star cast of the show Neha Joshi (Yashoda), Aayudh Bhanushali (Krishna), and Mohit Dagga (Ashok), among others, shared their excitement about the show achieving the 100-episode milestone. &TV’s Doosri Maa completes 100 episodes  Speaking on the occasion,  Neha Joshi, who is  essaying Yashoda, said that her journey  with the show  has been  special. “I can't believe the show has already reached the 100-episode mark. My journey wit...

 Salaam Venky premieres on Zee5 on February 10 By Rajesh Ahuja After earning  critical acclaim for its moving story of  a mother who does everything she can to let her son, diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, live life to the fullest, Salaam Venky   is set to premiere on OTT this week. Salaam Venky ,  directed by Revathi and featuring Kajol and Vishal Jethwa in lead roles,  is set to premiere on Zee5 on February 10. Salaam Venky premieres on Zee5 on February 10 Produced by Suraj Singh and Shraddha Aggarwal under their banners Blive Productions and RTake Studios respectively,  Salaam Venky  is a slice of life drama which tells the  story of a mother who does everything she can to let her son, diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, live life to the fullest. Based on the book  The Last Hurrah   by Srikant Murthy,  Salaam Venky , which was earlier titled  The Last Hurrah   is inspired by a true s...

  Shahid Kapoor makes his OTT debut with the crime thriller Farzi, on Amazon Prime Video on February 10 By Rajesh Ahuja After impressing audiences in Jersey ,  story of a cricketer looking to make a comeback in the Indian Cricket team after a gap of ten years, Bollywood heartthrob Shahid Kapoor will be making his digital debut with the crime thriller Farzi ,  which will stream on Amazon Prime Video from February 10. Drected by Krishna DK and Raj Nidimoru, Farzi will see Shahid Kapoor and South Indian superstar Vijay Sethupathi make their OTT debut. Shahid Kapoor and Vijay Sethupathi make their OTT debut with crime thriller Farzi on Amazon Prime Video from February 10 Farzi , which will stream on Amazon Prime Video from February 10, also stars Kay Kay Menon, Raashi Khanna , Kubbra Sait , Amol Palekar and Bhuvan Arora. Farzi is the story of an artist , who gets pulled into the murky high stakes of a con job , and a fiery task force officer on the mission to rid the co...

  Chief Secretary of Rajasthan Usha Sharma inaugurates sculpture park at Bikaner House Sculpture Park provides glimpse of modern and contemporary art and culture By Rajesh Ahuja In a step towards developing Bikaner House as a cultural hub in Delhi,   a sculpture park built in its premises was on Sunday inaugurated by Rajasthan's Chief Secretary Usha Sharma. The Sculpture Park, which provides a glimpse of modern and contemporary art works steeped in traditional art and culture, was inaugurated  by Ms Sharma in the presence of a host of dignitaries. These included  secretaries of various departments of the Government of India , ambassadors of several countries, renowned artists , celebrities associated with the art world a nd officials and employees of various departments of the Government of Rajasthan, Chief Secretary of Rajasthan Usha Sharma inaugurates sculpture park at Bikaner House  Speaking on the occasion,  Ms Usha Sharma said that the  Sculp...

 Jehanabad - of Love and War now streaming on Sony Liv By Rajesh Ahuja Continuing the trend of OTT platforms airing real life crime dramas rooted in the Indian heartland,  Sony Liv is now streaming Jehanabad- Of Love and War ,  a crime drama based on a real life incident where Naxalites broke open a jail in Jehanabad, resulting in 600 prisoners fleeing the jail. Helmed by acclaimed filmmaker Sudhir Mishra and produced by Studio NEXT,  Jehanabad-Of Love and War, streaming on  Sony Liv from February 3, has been directed by Rajeev Barnwal and Satyanshu Singh. Jehanabad Of Love and War now streaming on Sony Liv  Inspired by real life incidents in Jehanabad in 2005, t he story of Jehanabad-Of Love and War follows the events of the small town in Bihar  where innocent love and anarchy of the land are heading towards a collision. On November 13, 2005, Naxalites attacked a jail in the village of Jehanabad, freeing 372 persons accused of serious crimes. The ...

  MX Player drops trailer of India’s first MMA reality show - Kumite 1 Warrior Hunt, hosted by Suniel Shetty   By Rajesh Ahuja Giving several fighters in India a launch pad to realize their MMA(Mixed Martial Arts) dream, MX Player's in-house content arm MX Studios, is all set to present India’s first-ever MMA reality show ‘ Kumite 1 Warrior Hunt ’ from 12th February onward. Hosted by  MMA enthusiast and Hindi Cinema's 90s action hero Suniel Shetty, the reality show will unleash power-packed challenges between the 16 shortlisted contestants and test their mettle to attain the title of the ultimate warrior. Produced in partnership with Toyam Sports Limited, MX Player’s Kumite1 Warrior Hunt has roped in SATSport News as the Title Sponsor. Suneil Shetty to host India’s first MMA reality show Kumite 1 Warrior Hunt,  to be streamed on Mx Player from February 12 MMA is a highly competitive combat sport that demands a strong hold over both the mind and body. The cont...