Kashika Kapoor made her Bollywood debut with 'Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass', a film centered around girl education. The actress believes that 'content' is missing from projects nowadays and for her, making an impact on the audience is a priority. In a conversation with mid-day.com, Kashika also spoke about saying no to Shashank Khaitan's 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari', starring Janhvi Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, and Sanya Malhotra. She also opened up about facing rejection as an outsider in the industry. Watch the full video to learn more. #kashikakapoor
18 October,2024 07:00 PM IST
Many Mumbaiakars will agree, that commuting on a Mumbai local train is no ordinary experience. From bhajan mandalis to shopping experiences, Mumbai local trains are known to offer some of the most offbeat experiences. This time Mid-day captured a video inside a Mumbai Local train where commuters were seen breaking into singing and dancing celebrating the spirit of Navratri. The commuters can be seen grooving to the tunes of foot-tapping songs. Take a look.
08 October,2024 01:49 PM IST
Every year Navratri is celebrated with great enthusiasm across India. Navratri 2024 will be celebrated from 3rd October to 12th October. During Navratri, Devotees honor Maa Durga through fasting and participate in vibrant festivities like Garba and Dandiya which is particularly popular in cities like Gujarat, Ahmedabad, Delhi, and Mumbai. Dandiya, in particular, is a core part of this joyous occasion. And over the years Mumbai has become a vibrant home to this traditional folk dance from Gujarat. During Navratri, the city pulses with energy as Dandiya and Garba nights unfold in Mumbai. From every corner, you can feel the spirit of the festival, as people wear colorful costumes and dance to the infectious rhythms of traditional music. But wait! How did a Gujarati traditional dance form gain such popularity in Mumbai? What's the history and the journey of Dandiya in Mumbai? Let us know all of it in the video
03 October,2024 01:25 PM IST
Actor and Shiv Sena leader Govinda on Tuesday sustained an accidental bullet injury in his home in Mumbai. He was rushed to a hospital and is out of danger. Kirti Kumar, the brother of Bollywood actor Govinda, has shared an update regarding his health. While details are not fully clear, his statement provides some insight into his current condition, addressing any recent concerns. Fans and well-wishers are hopeful for his recovery, and the family seems to be keeping the public informed about his health status.
01 October,2024 03:09 PM IST
Reliance Foundation founder Nita Ambani honoured India's Olympic and Paralympic athletes at an event named 'United in Triumph.' The gathering, held at her residence, brought together 140 athletes and sports personalities to celebrate their achievements. Ambani emphasised unity and inclusiveness in sports, aiming to make 'United We Triumph' a movement. Many prominent celebrities and athletes, including Ranveer Singh, Kartik Aaryan, Meezaan Jafri, Sania Mirza, and Neeraj Chopra, attended the event.
30 September,2024 05:49 PM IST
Sucheta Chakraborty interviews Ananya Panday and Vikramaditya Motwane about their new film CTRL for Sunday Mid-Day. Ananya Panday, who plays an influencer in trouble in the film, opens up about balancing social media exposure and privacy. Both she and Motwane dive into the film’s themes, which highlight the potential dangers of a tech-driven world. The duo also shares their excitement about CTRL's unique Screenlife format, where the story unfolds entirely through devices like computers, tablets, or smartphones. Although Ananya is part of the social media generation, she had to immerse herself in the life of a vlogger to fully understand the pressures and demands of being an influencer.
29 September,2024 12:59 PM IST
Navratri 2024 is starting on 3rd October and so is the powerful and fun tradition of Garba. The folk dance originating from Gujarat honors goddess Durga and celebrates the vibrant festival of Navratri like no other. While doing this folk dance can look tricky and difficult for people who don’t have much practice, it is actually easy to do if you get the basic steps right. In this video, Shweta Lad - Professional Garba Instructor n Choreographer teaches 5 easy garba steps that you can learn easily and master in no time. Watch the video for a easy Garba tutorial that teaches you 5 basic garba steps.
28 September,2024 05:00 PM IST
Asha Negi, known for her role in Pavitra Rishta, is gearing up for her next web series titled Honeymoon Photographer. In this project, she will take on a fresh role, stepping away from her previous TV persona. Asha expressed excitement about the series, noting that it offers a unique storyline and character. When asked about the reality show Bigg Boss, she mentioned that she has been approached multiple times but hasn’t participated yet. She admitted that while it’s a great platform for visibility, she feels it’s not the right fit for her personality. For now, her focus is on more scripted and creative projects like Honeymoon Photographer.
25 September,2024 07:44 PM IST
The festival of Navratri 2024 is just around the corner and the opportunity to dance on the beats of Garba and Dandia has already got the dance enthusiasts excited. The Garba event lists are out and tickets are being booked for Garba events across places. If you too are willing to shake a leg on the Garba tunes but don’t know where to begin, worry not. We give you a sneek peek into a Garba Class where Garba instructor Shweta Lad teaches children and adults some easy garba steps. So join the party, follow the steps and get garba ready! Take a look.
24 September,2024 06:30 PM IST
Triptii Dimri has made her solo dance debut with the release of 'Mere Mehboob' from the upcoming film Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video. The 'Animal' famed actress wore a ravishing blue outfit for the event. She captivated audiences with her energetic performance during the song launch event and praised the talented music composer duo Sachin-Jigar, as well as singers Shilpa Rao and Sachet Tandon for their contributions.
24 September,2024 05:37 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
