Did you know that a “broke” Guneet Monga Kapoor had e-mailed Richard Branson and Ratan Tata, requesting them to sponsor her maiden trip to Oscars in 2010? Or that she had sold her Delhi house to finance the film 'Monsoon Shootout'? Plug into the latest episode of Mid-day's The Bombay Film Story podcast as she breaks down the hustle, heartbreak, and jugaad it takes to go from indie producer to two-time Oscar winner.
27 September,2024 10:35 AM 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 IST
Besides an illustrious career, Bollywood superstar Sanjay Dutt has earned himself an envious set of friends in the film industry. The actor, who has worked in several multi-starrers over the years has cemented himself as the go-to friend for many of his contemporaries. Mid-day.com sat down with Dutt for an exclusive chat about his camaraderie with the bigwigs in showbiz over the years and what makes him a legit foodie. Watch the video for more.
18 September,2024 06:45 PM IST
PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufti has issued a stark warning to the Indian government, drawing parallels between the current crisis in Bangladesh and the situation in Jammu and Kashmir. In her statement, Mufti emphasized that the issues faced by the youth in India, particularly in J&K, should serve as a wake-up call for the Centre. She criticized the government's handling of inflation, unemployment, and youth grievances, warning that authoritarian policies and neglect can lead to significant unrest. Watch as Mehbooba Mufti highlights the urgent need for change and the potential dangers of ignoring the youth's struggles.
07 August,2024 07:34 PM IST
On July 15, a clash erupted between security forces and terrorists in the Dessa region of Doda. Sadly, four soldiers from the Indian Army, including an officer, lost their lives during Doda encounter. PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufti criticized J&K DG RR Swain, blaming him for the increased deaths of soldiers since he took office. She questioned claims that militancy in Kashmir had ended, pointing out soldiers continue to die. Mufti asked who should stop infiltration if not security forces, questioning the responsibility of regional parties. She criticized the government's six-year strategy, asking what it has achieved. Watch video for more.
16 July,2024 03:12 PM IST
54th IFFI: American Actor & Producer Michael Douglas on November 27 was conferred the Satyajit Ray Excellence in Film Lifetime Award at the 54th IFFI. His wife and Actor Catherine Zeta-Jones and son Dylan Douglas also attended the grand event. Both, Michael and Catherine lauded Indian Cinema and its rich history.“It is always a pleasure to be in India...We are looking forward to our time in the South…Well, the Festival is ending tomorrow. We are here at the end of the festival but I think it is so exciting. It is an international festival. You have over 78 countries represented here...You have a big history here in India, with the movies..." said Michael Douglas. "...I love the country and the people so very much...My children were brought up watching 'Om Shanti Om' on a loop...There are so many great movies that I have been able to watch...A movie that I love is 'The Lunchbox'. It was one of my favorite movies and it still is one of my favorite movies of all time. It touched me, it was so well acted, so well directed..." said Welsh Actress Catherine Zeta-Jones.
28 November,2023 03:05 PM IST
She rebelled against domestic violence. She rebelled against the system to uphold the rights of single mothers. She is now rebelling against menstrual taboos. Meet Khushboo, once a domestic violence victim, now an educator spreading awareness on menstrual hygiene, child sexual abuse and empowering children all over. This story is of a single mother who turned her pain into purpose. Watch the story of Khushboo now
27 May,2023 07:25 PM IST | Mumbai
In this episode of the mid-day Lunchbox, Music Maestros Taufiq Qureshi & Gino Banks share anecdotes from childhood, love for music, their go- to artists and everything in between!
26 January,2023 10:36 AM IST | Mumbai
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and People’s Democratic Party chief Mehbooba Mufti on Monday condemned the terrorist attack that killed four civilians in Dhangri village of Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district and expressed her condolences. Taking a swipe at Bharatiya Janata Party, Mufti said, “People of all religions are living in Jammu and Kashmir. Gandhi made this nation a secular country but now the current party is making it a Godse nation. Muslims die every day here but whenever a Hindu is killed, an issue is made in the whole country and hate is being spread among the nation’s people."
03 January,2023 01:59 PM IST | Mumbai
Restaurateur Ankita Fernandes and pastry chef Freny Fernandes run two of Bandra's hottest spots. Just in time for Christmas, they bond over what's cooking this season and talk shop about why family matters in their mix.
16 December,2022 12:52 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
