On Thursday, Ekta Kapoor confirmed that Naagin 4 will end, and a new season will roll immediately. The four-episode climax would be shot once shooting resumes.
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The Producers Guild of India has suggested a set of guidelines to be implemented when the entertainment industry resumes shooting. Some of the “general practices” in the 37-page “new working protocol” include each crew member wearing a triple-layer mask and gloves, no handshake, hugs or kisses, maintaining social distancing and having no senior citizen on the sets for the initial three months.
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The same was released two days after a video conference of some of the stakeholders with Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray. It suggests steps to be adopted for contagion prevention during shoots.
Amit Behl, senior joint secretary of Cine and TV Artists Association (CINTAA), told The Indian Express that reality shows would have to be shot with minimum people, and audience on the set should be reduced to 50 per cent. He said, “Any outsider on the sets is a big risk. In fiction shows, producers have already asked their writers to avoid big scenes. There should be no wedding, puja or dance sequences. There will be some trials and errors when the shoots begin with all these precautionary steps.” Read less
On Thursday, Ekta Kapoor confirmed that Naagin 4 will end, and a new season will roll immediately. The four-episode climax would be shot once shooting resumes.
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Actor Divyanka Tripathi has been stirring up delicasies during the lockdown. The Yeh Hai Mohabbatein actor recently shared a photo of her banana chocochip cake, and it looked delicious.
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She wrote, "Oh so proud of this beauty!!!! Yippeeee!!! Whatta #BananaChocochipCake! Sorry guys!!! It's Irresistible!? ? #GlutenFree #NoSugar #BananaFlourCake #MapleSyrupCake
Aneri Vajani recently had to undergo a dental surgery. The Pavitra Bandhan actor had recently fractured one of her tooth fractured. She shared that getting aide during the lockdown was quite an uphill task.
The actor said, "Tooth ache is the worst pain anyone could get during these times. Initially I was very skeptical to go to a doctor but then the pain got unbearable and surgery was the only option. My dentist was my saviour who took all the precautions and safety measures. She got her dental studio opened and completely sanitised. Even I had to go through a thorough test and sanitation process. I am still recovering from the surgery, but this was one experience to remember.”
Bigg Boss 13 winner Sidharth Shukla shared a motivational post for his fans. He tweeted:
This Sunday, Star Plus will air Mahabharat Ki Mahakathayein - Arjun Ki Kahani, a maha movie told through the lens of Arjun. The film will narrate Arjun’s journey as a son, a brother, a husband and as a warrior.
Shaheer Sheikh who played the role in the show will take audience down the memory lane and share how this show has been a stepping stone for him and how it helped him mettle as an individual.
In a statement, the actor said, " This maha- movie will revolve around Arjuns' character as someone who wants to do the right thing, it is so comforting to do a character like his valour. It was a big responsibility to play one of the biggest warriors of this epic tale. Generally, when you play a strong character, you give everything to it, your time, your efforts but Arjuns' character has taught me a lot hence, I have such profound memories of playing the role on screen."
Mahabharat Ki Mahakathayein - Arjun Ki Kahani will air on Sunday, 8:30 pm onwards on Star Plus
As Ekta Kapoor announced the end of Naagin 4, she also apologised to the actors- Nia Sharma, Vijayendra Kumeria and Jasmin Bhasin for letting them down. She accepted that this season had mediocre writing compared to the last one (Read full story here)
Reacting to Kapoor's words, Nia Sharma took to Twitter to share, "Someone of your Stature owes no explanation! Yet you’ve been so considerate to have taken it upon yourself, said things that mean the most for us at this moment. I immensely respect your gesture! ‘Ekta Kapoor’ ?"
Arjun Bijlani also took to Instagram to wish good friend Surbhi Jyoti on her birthday. Sharing some happy clicks of the two, the actor wrote, "Happy birthday ??. Keep shining.."
On Thursday, Ekta Kapoor confirmed that Naagin 4 will end, and a new season will roll immediately. The four-episode climax would be shot once shooting resumes. The producer also apologised to her cast for letting them down.
Rashami Desai, who had joined the show earlier in March took to Twitter to share her reaction. The Bigg Boss 13 finalist tweeted:
Surbhi Jyoti's co-stars Pearl V Puri, Anita Hassanandani and Heli Daruwala wished her in the most special way on a video call last night. The actors even crooned the birthday song for Jyoti, making her blush with all the attention.
Pearl V Puri posted a picture of their last night shenanigans on Instagram.
With the lockdown in place, Hina Khan and Rocky Jaiswal had been away from each other. However, the loving couple finally got to meet. Khan shared a romantic click on her Instagram story adding that they got together after ages.
Surbhi Jyoti turned a year older on Friday. The actor was last seen in Naagin 3. While the country is under lockdown, her friends and cast from previous show took to Instagram to make her feel special.
Anita Hassanandani, who played her friend-turned-foe in Naagin 3 posted a beautiful message for Jyoti on her birthday. She wrote, "The closer I get to someone the more difficult it gets for me to come up with a caption. You are a friend I wish I had made when I was in school... so we could’ve spent all these years together. I’m glad I have you in my life now ...thank you for being YOU. we may not talk everyday, meet very often but I need you to know that I count on you ... and would want you to count on me for life. Happiest birthday @surbhijyoti ... Love you! Wish you all the happiness in the world ?."
Surbhi Jyoti replied on the post, "Love youuuuuu ♥?♥?"
Mytho-drama Shree Ganesha, that originally aired in 2000 on Sony TV is set to now air on Star Plus from June 2. The series starred Jagesh Mukati in the titular role while Sunil Sharma and Gayatri Jayaraman played his parents, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
Star Plus announced the development and posted on Instagram, "Ek mangalmay shubh-samay ka hone jaa raha hai #ShreeGanesh. 2 June se Somvaar-Ravivaar shaam 6:30 baje Star Plus par."
Putting all speculations to rest, Ekta Kapoor has confirmed that Naagin 4 will head towards its end, while a new season will immediately roll out.
Sharing a video on her Instagram account, the producer said, “I have constantly been asked about Naagin 4 and whether we will be continuing it. A lot have also asked me about the new season. I am not in a mood to give interviews and that has led to a lot of rumours coming in.”
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Vivian Dsena showed gratitude to Madhubala, as the show clocked eight years today. "It was the highlight of my career. I think that's one show which changed my career graph completely. Madhubala gave me whatever I expected from my career and from my self. It changed my career, my name and everything professionally 360 degrees for me."
In 2011, Ravi Mohan Saini (14-year-old then) cruised through 15 questions of Kaun Banega Crorepati Junior to win the prize money Rs 1 crore. On Tuesday, now 33, Dr Ravi Mohan Saini, an IPS officer, took charge as the Superintendent of Police, Porbandar.
Speaking to The Indian Express, he shared, "After my schooling, I did my MBBS from Mahatma Gandhi Medical College in Jaipur. I was doing my internship after MBBS when I cleared UPSC. My father was in navy and I joined the police force after being inspired by him."
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Actor Parag Tyagi's father passed away in Ghaziabad yesterday. Tyagi and wife Shefali Jariwala rushed to his hometown to complete the last rites.
Jariwala, who was last seen in Bigg Boss 13 also took to Instagram to share her flying experience. The actor wrote, "One of the busiest airports in the world #mumbaiairport , never looked so deserted before...lifeless I can say... this has been such a saddening travel experience... no hugs, no kisses, no enthusiasm... only fear. I pray to god it all becomes normal soon... but then wondering , maybe this is the new normal.... and it’s time to accept it ? ... hope not ! #airportdiaries #socialdistancing #coronapocalypse #besafe #sad #hopeful #travelgram."
Flight services were resumed in India on May 25 after two months.
Crime Patrol actor Preksha Mehta committed suicide on Monday at her home in Indore. Now her father, speaking to ABP News shared that his daughter had been quite restless during the lockdown as all shoots were halted.
He said, “Preksha used to remain restless as all shoots had halted due to lockdown. She was upset over the further extension of the lockdown in Mumbai. She never liked sitting idle.”
Mehta's father also shared that the family was unaware that she would take such a drastic step. "Whenever she used to read about the lockdown in the newspaper, I used to tell her that she shouldn’t be worried as it’s for everyone. We had no idea she will take such a drastic steps,” he said.
Hina Khan and Surbhi Chandna have seemingly become the new 'fitness' buddies. Khan, who is quite an enthusiast, recently posted her workout photos on Instagram. She also mentioned how she takes an effort to look stylish as that motivates and makes her happier.On the post, Surbhi Chandna replied, "Stop making us all feel guilty ?." Carrying the fun banter ahead, Hina replied, "hahahha.. since I have an eye on you now.. I will keep reminding you to workout ????." She also sent out an advice to Chandna, "No junk allowed surbhi ?"
On Thursday, Gautam Rode shared a video from his engagement night. The actor married Pankhuri Awasthy in 2018 in a grand ceremony.
Sharing the video, where the couple is seen exchanging rings, Rode wrote, "Engagement Ceremony. We were so busy with preparations during the days that preceded our wedding, that it only sunk in now during the engagement ceremony that we were actually getting “Married” ! The feeling was overwhelming !? @pankhuri313"
The current lockdown has stalled shoots leading to unemployment and financial troubles for many. Urging people to stay positive, actor Sharad Malhotra said, "The situation is surely tough. There is a saying that tough times never last but tough people do. We don't know when the lockdown will be over and when things will get back to normal. Everyone is facing the same issue, but whatever it is we will have to face it. The suicide of two young actors and many stories of non-payment can be really upsetting. However, the industry will take time to stand on its feet. Nothing is permanent, and we shall bounce back soon."
Fans of Roadies Revolution were in for a surprise during the live audition on Wednesday. As Neha Dhupia interacted with a contestant along with Nikhil Chinapa on a video call, daughter Mehr walked in. Surprised by her entry, Dhupia tried her best to keep her away but the toddler demanded her mother's attention. Husband Angad Bedi had to then walk in and take the wailing kid out of the frame.
Neha Dhupia turned emotional post that and said she doesn't know how to react. She even posted a video of the same on Instagram and wrote, " #BUSTED !!! ud83dude0d ... #workfromhome gets real!!! Especially when your daughter walks into a live audition and decides to pull your earrings and wants her mama back to play!!! Once a reality show always a reality show ... #roadiesrevolution #gangneha #worklifemeetsmomlife."
Drashti Dhami and Vivian Dsena starrer Madhubala has clocked eight years today. The show that premiered in 2012 on Colors was much loved by fans, and continued to be a TRP topper for the longest time. Produced to celebrate 100 years of Indian cinema, the show focussed on the love story of a superstar RK (Dsena) and a common girl Madhubala (Dhami), who was destined to become an actor. It was one of the first TV shows to have an entire original album. Popular singer Arijit Singh even gave his voice to the theme song. With its rising popularity, the serial was dubbed in close to 20 other languages to be aired across the globe.