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Jazz Funk: India's Spicy Spin on a Global Groove

Forget your rigid ballet slippers and dusty tap shoes. The future of dance in India is sizzling hot, laced with sass, and pulsating with the infectious energy of Jazz Funk. This hybrid style, a cross between the smooth sensuality of jazz and the funky swagger of hip-hop, is setting stages ablaze across the country, captivating audiences and challenging the very definition of dance. So, loosen your inhibitions, put on your dancing shoes, and get ready to delve into the electrifying world of Jazz Funk, desi style.

Though new, this dance style is being taught in many Bollywood dance institute in Mumbai.

From Broadway to Bharatnatyam:

Jazz Funk isn't just a random amalgamation of dance styles. Its roots lie in the rich tapestries of jazz and funk, genres born in the streets and clubs of America. From the sultry swing of Josephine Baker to the electrifying grooves of James Brown, jazz imbued movement with storytelling, while funk added a layer of raw, rebellious energy. These influences crossed continents, finding fertile ground in India, where they intertwined with the graceful fluidity of Kathak and the explosive power of Bhangra. This cultural fusion birthed an entirely new expression – Jazz Funk, with its unique Indian flavor. Many Bollywood dance academy in Mumbai has caught upon this trend and added their own twist.

The Evolution of Sass:

The early days of Jazz Funk in India were marked by experimentation. Renowned choreographers like Shiamak Davar and Terence Lewis, who trained under international masters, pioneered the style, blending jazz isolations with hip-hop footwork and infusing Kathak's elegance into funky sequences. Bollywood embraced the trend, with films like "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" and "Dil To Pagal Hai" setting the stage for Jazz Funk's cinematic ascension. Madhuri Dixit's spunky "Ek Do Teen" and Karisma Kapoor's sassy "Chhaiyya Chhaiyya" became iconic, showcasing the genre's potential to tell stories through movement and attitude.

Beyond Bollywood Bluster:

But Jazz Funk wasn't just a Bollywood fad. It resonated with the spirit of a new generation, eager to express themselves beyond traditional boundaries. Dance academies across India started offering dedicated Jazz Funk classes, attracting not just aspiring actors but also fitness enthusiasts and anyone seeking a fun, liberating way to move. Workshops by international artists like Mia Michaels and Marty Kudelka fuelled the movement, sharing global trends and pushing the boundaries of Indian Jazz Funk. Thus, many dance enthusiasts are keen on learning this dance style.

Spicing Up the Stage:

Today, Indian Jazz Funk is a dynamic entity, constantly evolving. Choreographers like Bosco-Caesar and Remo D'Souza are infusing contemporary elements, incorporating aerial silks and acrobatic feats into their routines. Bollywood itself is experimenting, with films like "Bajirao Mastani" and "Padmaavat" showcasing intricate, story-driven Jazz Funk sequences. But the essence remains – that unique blend of sass, sensuality, and raw energy that sets Indian Jazz Funk apart.

From Studio to Spotlight:

The opportunities for Jazz Funk dancers in India are as diverse as the style itself. Bollywood films and music videos continue to be lucrative avenues, while the rise of web series and digital platforms offer new platforms for talent. Dance crews like Kings United and Desi Hoppers are proving their mettle on international stages, putting Indian Jazz Funk on the global map. And of course, there's the ever-growing world of brand activations and corporate events, where high-energy Jazz Funk performances can electrify any audience.

Beyond the Glittering Stage:

Jazz Funk isn't just about sequins and high kicks. It's a dance form that empowers. Its focus on self-expression and individuality encourages dancers to break free from societal constraints and embrace their unique voices. It fosters a sense of community, where studios become sanctuaries for self-discovery and fellow dancers become a supportive network. This empowering aspect transcends age and background, making Jazz Funk accessible to anyone with a fire in their heart and a rhythm in their soul.

So, Are You Ready to Funk?:

Whether you're a seasoned dancer seeking a new challenge or a curious observer captivated by the rhythm, Indian Jazz Funk welcomes you with open arms (and funky footwork). It's a genre that defies labels, celebrates individuality, and keeps the beat of innovation alive. So, find your nearest studio, put on your dancing shoes, and let the contagious energy of Jazz Funk guide you. You can learn this dance form in many Bollywood dance classes in Mumbai. Remember, in this world, the only rule is to move with confidence, own your sass, and let your inner funk shine through. Because in the vibrant tapestry of Indian dance, Jazz Funk is the thread that's weaving the future, one shimmy and slide at a time.

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Idk what I’m doing lol... but life’s a mess

Back in the day I wrote out my entire life story and it gave me a lot of clarity and resolve. Nearly a decade later, I am going to do the same in hopes that I find some self-healing. Perhaps I can also validate my feelings so I don’t feel like I am entirely crazy for feeling the way I feel. FYI for those who know me, please note that (to my knowledge) I have removed my pictures and mentions of my name from this blog and do not wish to be identified at this moment. I would appreciate it if you could respect that.

I’m going to start all the way back in 2010. I came out as gay while I was in high school. I was met with a wave of support and love from students and faculty, except for a select few homophobes. However, if I thought they were bad, things were about to get much worse.

In early July 2010, I was awakened by my mother at 3am in the morning. This was very unusual, and the look on her face was one of pain and grief. She led me into a secluded room of the house where my uncle (her brother) sat waiting, my phone placed on the counter in front of him. My mom and father and gotten divorced after an abusive marriage, and we had moved in with my uncle and his family when I was 11 years old. Therefore, my uncle was a father figure for me.

I was made to sit down in between them, and the interrogation began. They had gone through my phone and found texts I sent to my friends, talking about my sexuality, and they claimed that they had also found out through the grapevine. I was yelled at by my uncle. He asked perverse and inappropriate questions about my sexuality, with dramatic monologues about how I am bringing shame to our immaculate family name that would put some of Bollywood’s most melodramatic moments to shame. All this occurred while my mother sat and silently weeped. Two hours of emotional and verbal abuse later I was sent back to bed.

The next morning, my uncle took my mom and disappeared for hours. Turns out they had gone to the doctor to discuss my situation, and a wave of relief washed over me. “Thank God,” I thought, “at least this person will see reason.”

I was wrong.

My uncle and mother came back hours later and took me with them to the car. My uncle leading, me behind him, and my mother closing in on me behind me. This would be the formation that would take place if we ever stepped out from here on out. For the next week, I had no cell phone, no access to the landline, no computer, no internet, all my friends were gone away for the summer - I was completely isolated.

Anyway, they drove me to the doctor’s office in the late afternoon, which I found odd because the office would have been closed by now. Sure enough, when we arrived at the clinic, there was a “Closed” sign on the door. However, my uncle opened it and lead me inside, with my mother following after me.

I was taken straight through the empty clinic - even the receptionist had gone home, so there was no record of my visit - and I was led into the doctor’s office, where he sat waiting for me. I walked in alone and the door was shut behind me.

What followed was a series of pseudo-scientific explanations as to how I’m mentally ill, disturbed and perverted. “This is a sickness,” he said. “God didn’t intend you to be this way.”

He added that this was probably because I don’t maintain a relationship with my father and was raised by a single mother, and I just need to “learn to be a man.” “And if you like anal sex, you know you can do that with a woman too you know?”

I was dejected. Destraught. Absolutely destroyed on the inside. A person I thought to be a voice of reason, was spewing the same judgemental ignorant rhetoric my uncle was. The irony makes me laugh though nine years later, because this year his wife discovered that he had been sleeping with a patient for the past several years. What a morally strong man…

The rest of the week is a bit of a blur. I disassociated myself for most of it. However the gist of it was my uncle interrogated me to see who I had sex with, my mother became suicidal, and my uncle became homicidal.

At one point he made explicit threats to my life, and I had to do an internal inventory. I can’t afford to run away and live on my own, I don’t want my mom to die, and I don’t want to get killed. So, I bit the bullet and basically faked a “recovery” to keep the peace. I had had enough of the emotional and mental abuse and manipulation from my uncle and just wanted some reprise.

I have a cousin I am extremely close with who I am out to. He lives out of province, and he was and is the biggest ally I have in my life. When he found out what was happening to me, he called my uncle. My uncle said something that concerned him, so he told me to fly out and stay with him for the duration of the summer until it was time for me to go back to school.

I did so and it was an amazing time. However, during that trip I also learned of how twisted my uncle’s brain truly was. He had told my cousin multiple ways in which he wanted to “deal with the mess” including murder, forced re-allocation and isolation, and he even wanted to hire a female sex worker to come rape me.

That stunned me, and I have never had a proper relationship with my uncle since.

Years went by, and it appeared as though the situation had been swept under the rug. My plan was to save up enough to one day pack my bags and leave, never to look back again. My mother and uncle were super close and he could have easily taken care of her in my absence.

That plan, however, was put on halt when the elders in the family decided that my mother should finally have a house of her own, a dream she had always had but never experienced. However, that would not be possible if I didn’t step up and help pay a portion of the mortgage. In actuality, I was given no choice either, so I put a stone on my heart and sacrificed my personal freedom so I could give my mother the comfort she deserves.

During the construction of the house though, everything went to shit. One day at the job site, a construction worker made fun of my more gentle mannerisms and began to make homophobic jokes. My uncle overheard and that was just the fodder he needed to begin making my life a living hell all over again.

From early 2016 until today, my uncle has been emotionally and mentally abusing me and anyone who will stick up for me. My mother would defend me, and he began to emotionally and mentally abuse her too.

I am stuck in the shittiest circumstance. My uncle and mother are waiting with bated breath to see what I do next.

My mother wants me to get married to a woman, something I will never do. My uncle WANTS me to flat out come out so he can further torture me verbally and/or physically, and make a spectacle out of my mother for having the audacity to speak up against his abusive tendencies.

And I honestly don’t know what the fuck I should do. On one hand, I refuse to marry a woman to please society. On the other hand, when I come out, my mother will want to have nothing to do with me, and with me gone, my uncle (and my aunt has joined the squad now) will have free reign to torture and harrass my mother. On top of that my mom won’t be able to make payments for the house, the house will be foreclosed, and my mom and sister will be forced to live on the streets, or move back in with my abusive uncle.

Just this past week while I was out of the house, my uncle came over to taunt my mother, because he knows he's emotionally vulnerable and won’t stick up for herself. He came over and told her that she’s basically unwanted and uncared for. That the people around her are going to treat her like a laughing stock. That no one is society will talk to her or say anything good about her because her son is a fag who will ruin the family izzat.

Izzat is something he is HELLBENT about. Back in the day when my mom was about to start college, he cornered her before she was about to leave the house and said “No one knows you for who you are, they know you as my sister. So if you fuck around with any guys whatsoever, I’m going to slit your throat and kill myself.” *slow clap for the amazing pep talk*

I am fucking exhausted. For the past nine years I have been surviving, not living. I go day in day out afraid for my life, afraid for what the future holds for my mother and sister. I’m afraid that something may happen to me, and no one will know and he will continue to live his life showing himself to be this perfect human who can never do any wrong.

However, I refuse to let that happen. Even if it’s the last thing I do, one day I am going to expose him and his truth to the world. He taunted my mother saying no one will care for her? Everyone is going to remember my mother for the beautiful soul that she is. It’s HIM that is going to be shunned by society for being the manipulative abusive psychopath that he is.

Everything is going to be made public one day. Crystal clear. Bright as day. I will make an example out of him, that if you around manipulating and abusing people for your little-man-syndrome/false pride, this is how you will be publicly disgraced and humiliated.

Until then, I need to go seek therapy, heal myself, and get ready to fight for not just my life, but for the sake of my mother and my sister. I had finally gotten to a point where I was actually excited to wake up in the morning. But now I’m back in that mental hole where when as soon as I wake up a wave of dread sweeps over me and I wish I hadn’t woken up. I would be lying if I said I have a will to live. However, I also refuse to do anything that would put my mother at risk for more abuse.

The thing that frustrates me the most is that while all this happened, NOTHING changed in my life. My struggle remained the same. As people zoom by me in life, getting amazing opportunities, running businesses, finding amazing life partners, just living their best life, I’m standing here like my legs are stuck in a block of cement. Feeling like I’m broken, lost, unworthy, unlovable, undesirable, and a failure.

Until I can do something, I could really use all the prayers I could get.

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From Yoga, Auditions to Dance Classes, Bollywood Goes Online Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

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The novel coronavirus outbreak in the country may have brought the ever-bustling film industry to a halt but it hasn’t stopped Bollywood celebrities from utilising their massive online influence to entertain their followers as well as engage them in fitness, dance and yoga routines.

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EK LADKI KO DEKHA TOH AISA LAGA // REVIEWED

Hi guys, so it’s been a very long time since I’ve put out any content and for that I apologise but I hope to be making more use of this blog soon. I decided to review a Bollywood film I recently watched called ‘Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga’ - so here it is! 

The recent decriminalisation of homosexuality in India had the nation in a state of joy and empowerment and it truly was something to celebrate, however I was taken by surprised when I saw the film industry jump on the bandwagon. Directed by Shelly Chopra Dhar, ‘Ek Ladki Koh Dekha Toh Aisa Laga’ is the first Bollywood film about same sex relationships. At the forefront of the film, we see Anil Kapoor and daughter Sonam Kapoor taking the lead roles as the father-daughter roles onscreen.

The film follows the narrative of a shy, young woman in Punjab: Sweety Chaudary, who seems reluctant to be married. She crosses paths with failing playwright Sahil Mirza (Rajkummar Rao). The narrative depicts a romantic relationship blossoming between the pair before Sweety reveals she is a lesbian, and in love with the confident, bold Kuhu (Regina Cassandra). Sweety faces the standard rejection and disownment, that many queer people face, from her father Balbir (Anil Kapoor) and older brother Babloo (Abhishek Duhan).

This film is a massive leap for Indian cinema; Sweety’s harsh reality is embedded into a familiar Punjabi family setting that an Indian audience will be familiar with. The Chaudary family does have the conventions of a traditional Indian family as depicted in Bollywood. Babloo filling the archetype of the ‘Bada Bhai’ (big brother) who is obsessed with protecting the family’s izzat (honour), Sweety being the quiet, ‘Damsel in Distress’ and even Sweety’s Biji (grandma) acting as the overemotional, wailing stereotype. The film uses the Chaudary family as its centrepiece to tackle plenty of social issues as well as same sex relations, but seeing as it is an LGBT film, let’s dive into that first!

The representation of Sweety’s navigation of life as a queer woman seems fairly accurate and the film depicts how it often is an incredibly dark experience for LGBT Indians dealing with the toxic elements of our culture. Her acceptance of living this extreme secret life and just marrying a man and burying her true desires is an idea that many queer Asians seriously consider – we are conditioned to think that being authentic is selfish to our families after everything they have done for us. We are conditioned to think that society will look down on our homes and that our parents will face defamation and the film depicts this really well. Sweety’s isolated childhood illustrates the struggles that our LGBT children face daily – self-doubt, self-hate, realising you are different and if that isn’t enough, there’s always bullying and harassment. Shelley Chopra Dhar’s dark but heart-warming of this journey is not patronising in any sense, but overall realistic and gives the public a good glimpse into the struggles of queer youth.

The film also touches upon Balbir Chaudary’s chef dream being dashed by his mother, who would not let him cook as she claimed it emasculated him. We see him sneaking into the kitchen in his own home, constantly walking on egg shells as not to be caught by his mother at his grown age. This obviously does echo certain aspects of Indian society. This type of toxic masculinity is also echoed in Babloo’s character and his fixation for misogyny under the rouse of the defamation of his family. However, Babloo is part of the queer experience as this is often one viewpoint that South Asian LGBT+ people are often faced with. 

As mentioned previously, the centrepiece of the film is the Chaudary family itself and how they respond to Sweety’s sexuality and as a result does not focus on the love story between Sweety and Kuhu – which I personally felt was a little disappointing. Kuhu’s character was much downplayed. The scenes between the pair were very endearing but it was clear that both Kapoor and Cassandra just did not have the right chemistry, as well as their scenes together being extremely limited. But honestly, I’m not mad and I understand that neither actress has played a queer woman, as for the limited scenes, it could be argued that perhaps the Bollywood audience is simply not ready for a full-blown mainstream lesbian love story. However, the response definitely suggests otherwise! Even though there has not been as many responses as a traditional summer blockbuster, the film appears to have been received and welcomed by modern India.

Visually, the film is very pleasing. Not too many grand, dramatic shots as splendid visuals are not the focus of this film – it’s a simple story about a simple girl. However the positioning of characters onscreen was something I was particularly pleased about as I believe it was very symbolic and well orchestrated, it was very subtle and in the background yet in plain sight and blatant. The soundtrack is also very catchy and definitely fills its purpose, featuring vocals from the iconic Navraj Hans, Harshdeep Kaur and other notable musicians. Overall, for India’s first LGBT movie, ‘Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga’ finally brings forth key social issues in an understandable, serious and important manner.

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A Very Merry Bollywood Romance: My Personal Favourites

I'm not going to say 'there's nothing like it' merely on account of the fact that I grew up immersed in watching hours upon hours of Bollywood fantasies, but rather because I can say with hand on heart that there's something about Indian cinema that really knows how to make you feel. I don't whether it's the oozing charisma and genuity of the actors; how passions and flavour is woven into every detail and gesture; whether it's the fact that your screen explodes with unapologetic culture and colour, or the way the music surges through you like wine through water. True, it can be ridiculously cheesy (to the point where I've even had to leave the room for cringing), but when it comes to mixing serendipity with the sensuous to equate with an experience of heart-rendering love, then honestly; nowhere but India can do finer.

This admittedly comes a little late after Valentine's day, however I was inspired to collab together some of my favourite Bollywood romances of all time (or at least the last twenty-two years) to share in the hopes of inspiring your next Netflix binge if you feel the itch to dive into something different (and better) than your usual rom-com agenda.

Khabi Khushi Khabie Gham (Through Smiles or Through Tears, 2001)

'If you want to be something in life, want to get something in life, or want to win something in life, then listen to your heart always. And if you don’t get any answer from your heart, then close your eyes; think of your mother and father's names, and see how you will reach your destiny, overcome all your hurdles. Victory will be yours. Only yours.'

 You'd be hard pressed to find anyone in India who hasn't heard of this iconic number, this being India's answer to a cult classic like our own Bridget Jones or Notting Hill. Karan Johar's infamous blockbuster is a millennial Bollywood icon, and if you don't find yourself soaked in your own tears at least five times during the three-hour duration, then I would duly recommend getting your eye-ducts checked. And your conscience.

 Khabi Khushi Khabie Gham (or KKKG as it is also affectionately known) is first on this list as it is as quintessentially Bollywood perhaps as it gets: entourages of lavish dance sequences and ornate cinematography, all the while underlined with emotional questions surrounding obligations not only to one's culture and home but moreover to one's self. It concerns the consequences of when Rahul (Shah Rukh Khan), adopted son of wealthy businessman Yash Raichand (Amitabh Bachchan), dares to forsake the perfectly selected match his father has picked for him for that of the exuberant Anjali (Kajol) from the lower-class sphere of Chandni Chowk. His choice in prioritising love over tradition and duty creates a fracture in the family dynamic over a span of ten years, this only finally being addressed when his younger brother Rohan (Hrithik Roshan) chooses to repair his broken family and reunite a dedicated mother (Jaya Bachchan) with her favourite son.

 KKKG is one of my first choices whenever introducing newcomers to Bollywood as it would be difficult to find much to complain about with it. Yes it has its cheesy moments and a lot of the humour might require some cultural know-how, yet the comedy in question is so perfectly scripted that it doesn't detriment the moments of extreme emotionality - on the contrary, it positively amplifies it. I have additionally always had a soft spot for Anjali and Rahul as their relationship understandingly matures given the circumstances of their union, especially given Rahul's decision to move their small sect of their family out of India entirely. Regardless they still remain hilariously argumentative and flirtatious the whole way through, their more traditional relationship being paralleled through the younger and more westernised dynamic between Rohan and Anjali's younger sister, Pooja (Kareena Kapoor). The film is a package deal for all the emotions and a bonanza of some of the best acting talent in the industry, the love story being not just between one man and woman but towards one's home and family.

 BEST SONG: Title Track

Mohabbatein (Love Stories, 2000)

'Love is like life; it's not always easy and it does not always bring you happiness, but if we do not stop living, then why should we stop loving?'

Now, Mohabbatein has a far more lavish layer of cheese slathered across it than the predecessor on the list, but that may be more down to how the cast is comprised of a camaraderie of newcomers alongside more the more accomplished acting masters. Mohabbatein is the story of three students who each fall in love whilst studying at the prestigious all-male college Gurukul under the lense of the strict headmaster Narayan Shankar (Amitabh Bachchan) - his most iron-clad rule bizarrely being that no-one is to pursue romantic relationships whilst under his roof for risk of immediate expulsion. Whilst all hope seems lost then for these horny *ahem* love-struck adolescents, enter the charismatic and emphatically romantic music teacher Raj Malhotra (Shah Rukh Khan). His presence at first seems innocent enough in his encouragement for the boys to nurture their affections as Robin Williams encouraged his own students in the pursuit of poetry, especially as it soon comes to light that Raj's own great love, Megha (Aishwarya Rai), committed suicide when her father expelled Raj when he learned of their relationship; determined that the two were not allowed to be together. That same father then being the unyielding Narayan Shankar.

 Mohabbatein then makes for such brilliant cinema and engrossing romance as it combines all the freshness and innocence of young love with the intensity of passions that transcend the boundaries of life and death. The sense of pathos invoked by Chopra is interweaved into every detail of the piece, from music to performance; the preposterous and absurd. The confrontations between Bachchan and Khan in this piece are far more enigmatic than in KKKG given the different stakes between a father and son and the different types of love that two men can feel when grieving over the loss of the same woman. It proves one of my favourites time and again given how, for all the playfulness and somewhat ridiculous outlines in the plot, it is the eternalised love that is embodied by Raj and Megha, and the wondrous idea that not even mortality stands as a barrier between those that truly love each other, that will be hard pressed to feel like your heart might physically glow.

 BEST SONG: Humko Humise Churalo / Zinda Rehti Hain Mohabbatein

Hasee toh Phasee (She smiles, she's snared, 2014)

'You are the oxygen to my double hydrogen. Our chemistry flows like water.'

 This more modern film addresses far more contemporary issues than its predecessors, the complex relationship between Nikhil (Siddarth Malhotra) and Meeta (Parineeti Chopra) abandoning perhaps much of the traditional grandeur in place of what one could argue is closer to the standard quirky, slice-of-life style typical of an adolescent British rom-com. What is indisputable is that even without as much of a flair for the dramatic and the abundance of glamour, the film still radiates with a palpable sense of heart, as it invites us to explore what happens when flustered yet well-meaning Nikhil becomes saddled with looking after his fiancee, Karishma's, eccentric sister during the week before their wedding. One can't help but chuckle and squirm as we watch Nikhil's hapless attempts to pass Meeta off as a long-lost friend to his family and friends in his and Karishma's efforts to conceal her from her own family, the reasons for her freakish personality going unspoken except for the ominous pills she keeps popping on the sly.

 We soon realise the reason Meeta has been isolated from her family is due to how she chose to prioritise her academic ambitions over that of the traditional femininity and getting dolled up for the purposes of marriage and domesticity; the disappointment invested towards her paving a way for a natural connection with an equally lost Nikhil in his endless efforts to appease the incessant demands of his more materialistic fiancee. This then is what makes the film even more compelling given how it goes against the culturally ingrained stereotypes of the man managing to be the effortless, seductive hero, able to provide and fight for the woman he loves in conjunction to the beauteous and elusive heroine. Instead, it invokes a relationship about two people who feel lost in the oppression of society's expectations, the result being that despite judgemental relatives and unstable emotionality, the two are able to find something magical that can only be brought out in each other.

 BEST SONG: Ishq Bulaava / Manchala

Pardes (Foreign Land, 1997)

'You've all mistaken me for some innocent little painting that you've framed in gold, and now you want me to hang on these walls in silence and become a part of this false decor! This isn't the dream I came to this foreign land with, is it?'

Now, this is a controversial one. Pardes is probably the most politically charged movie on this list as it is famous for being an incredibly evocative piece of anti-Western propaganda. It concerns what happens when free-spirited Ganga (Mahima Chaudhary) is handed in marriage to the son of a wealthy NRI (Non-Resident Indian), however the vastness of the difference in culture on top of the distance between India and America sees to it that the outcome of such an engagement comes to some horrific consequences. Pardes is primarily then about the clash between cultures when the innocent essence of India is dragged to and exposed within the more confident and lavish shores of America. This premise in itself may seem problematic and would understandably evoke outrage as America is intentionally built up as the criminalised empire in the face of the all-pure India, however, what the viewer must remember when watching Pardes is that it is quintessentially a story about consent and respect. It's about acknowledging the difference in cultures and adhering to ways of life you may not understand, rather than trying to overwhelm and consume that sense of 'otherness' like a tyrannical Frankenstein 'penetrating into the secrets of nature' and causing chaos for everyone. It is fair to say then that Pardes is problematic and the socio-political accuracy of the piece could be spat upon until the cows come home, but it is this sense of duality and complication that makes it so interesting.

The main romantic storyline of the film then may be more of a Trojan horse for the more significant aspects for discussion, but it is more than fair to say that the political stakes are squarely matched by the passions at play. After all, when the wholly Americanised Rajiv (Apurva Agnihotri) proves to be more than a little bit of a disappointment, it is the relationship between Ganga and his adopted brother Arjun (Shah Rukh Khan) that comes to full heart-warming fruition. Arjun's role as the mediator between Ganga and Rajiv in trying to fulfil his adopted father's wish in smoothing the match over quickly escalates to into him becoming Ganga's most trusted confidante and defender. One can recognise perhaps the outdated sense of chivalry in this - especially as the inclusion of the attempted rape scene does appear to be an excuse for tensions to culminate in a traditional, Bollywood-esque full-on fist fight. However, credit has to be duly cast to the writers as they characterise Arjun as possessing a rare sense of compassion and empathy, especially given how his proclamation of love for Ganga is based not on lust but his genuine desire to trust, revere, respect and protect. In addition to this, it is easy to admire Ganga for her perseverance in trying to navigate this foreign land, she becoming all the more engaging for her burgeoning determination without the expense of her self-respect and ingrained love for her home nation. The prioritisation of one another's welfare above their own alongside becoming embroiled in their sense of duty to tradition and family is then what makes their journey towards each other so compelling and heart-wrenching. Pardes is a love story with incredibly heavy undertones that would have to be entered with a particularly open mind, but perhaps once the offences have been fully digested, one can fully appreciate why the film is so renowned; with a love that is all at once devastating as it is wonderful and profound.  

 Devdas (2002)

'Where can I find again my lost innocence? My lost dreams? My lost childhood? What happened to my home in the shade of the trees?'

 If there was ever an answer to the intensity and literary grandeur of tragic romances the like of Romeo and Juliet or Abelard and Heloise, then Devdas slaps back with unparalleled panache. If it wasn't a love story in its own right then Devdas is indisputably an affair for the senses; Sanjay Leela Bhansali's breath-taking production instilling every scene and action with such aestheticism that the Pre-Raphaelites are, no doubt, positively quaking. The story is no doubt a tragedy, following the titular character's (Shah Rukh Khan's) debilitating descent into alcoholism following his childhood sweetheart, Paro's (Aishwarya Rai), marriage after his mother ridicules her family for being descended from prostitutes a long time back down the line of their ancestry. Ironically enough, he seeks relief in leaving his home and taking shelter with a friend who works at a brothel, his emotional deterioration subject to the fruitless effortless of the heartfelt taiwaif (courtesan) Chandramukhi (Madhuri Dixit).

The relationship between Dev and Paro is continuously fraught with psychological manipulation as the two try to progress with their lives whilst undeniably in love with each other, the acting on the parts of Khan and Rai being so invigorating that it would not be surprising to find yourself holding your breath whenever the two are on screen. the interactions between Khan and Dixit are additionally moving as they have a deeper understanding of one another, their relationship perhaps being all the more rueful in the sense of it being a one-sided sense of self-sacrifice as Dev continues to ruminate over a love he can never have. Indeed, though Khan is typically praised for his rigorous performance, it has been disputed that it is perhaps the talent and dynamic between Rai and Dixit in their roles as Paro and Chandramukhi - the aristocrat and the courtesan - is the actual showstopper in this magnificent piece. It was never in the original story after all that the two women should have a relationship outside their original and comparatively brief confrontation over who loves Dev more, so that fact that Bhansali chooses to instal and flesh out the friendship between these two equally fierce and magnetic women is but one of the aspects that makes this film so essential and inspiring.

BEST SONG: All of them omg

Goliyon ki Rasleela Ram-Leela (A Play on Bullets: Ram-Leela, 2013)

'If hatred and pride can make a desert of the sea, then love can make flowers bloom here.'

 Let's establish this from the start -  Baz Luhrmann can choke.

This is how a real Rom-and Jules-adaption is done. As the most sultry addition to the list by far (seriously, phew), Ram-Leela admittedly does take a lot of liberties with the narrative. Nevertheless, any alterations or revisions that have been made are entirely for the better. In fact, even if you were to take the stance that Romeo and Juliet were as young and naive as they are in order to heighten the tragedy of violence and conflict, then it becomes more than reasonable to argue that Ram-Leela actually captures the essence of the play more than the stagnant Western replicas that have plagued us in the past. We still have the warring families, the star-crossed lovers and poetics on steroids, only that the narrative is enhanced by the rawness of rural Rajasthan to bring Shakespeare’s message to better fruition.  Indeed, if you, like me then, have always been able to appreciate the ideologies behind the original play, yet remained impatient with the immaturity and implausibility of the titular characters in spite of yourself, then Ram-Leela provides the perfect amendment to all those irritations. Instead, we see two leads who are far more enthralling and philosophical, the opposition between them being so devastating given how Bhansali interweaves dramatic irony with frustrating relish. It comes down to how the Rajadis and Saneras cause the original Montagues and Capulets to look embarrassingly spineless by comparison; their inconceivable prowess in being able to manipulate even their own playing on our expectations so much that it cements the romance firmly within the boundaries of tragedy.

 Indeed, we are not just treated to a brief separation between the two until the time of death, but rather the stage is reset so that Ram (Ranveer Singh) and Leela (Deepika Padukone) become the respective heads of their families and are forced to war against each other - and not entirely against their own wills either. The film encompasses a similar sense of passionate antagonisation that abounds in Devdas as well then, the irony being that the more fraught and frayed the relationship, the more your heart aches for want of the forsaken lovers to be able to make it. In truth, the film actually starts out ridiculously playfully with bounties of energy and innuendo, the fact that it is able to convincingly transition on its axis to become so emotionally straining being a credit to Bhansali's directorial ingenuity. Of course, the chemistry between the leads in Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone is near indescribable, both balancing refreshing elements of mischief and charm alongside intense vulnerability and ardour. Critics have labelled their performances as probably being still the finest of their careers (which is saying plenty, trust me), the camaraderie between the two hardly being surprising. After all, the two did just get married late last year - and on the anniversary of the film's original release date no less! So if that doesn't convince you of the quality of such a love story, then I'm afraid that you will be convinced by very little else.

 BEST SONG: Lahu Munh Lag Gaya / Nagada Sang Dohl / Laal Ishq

 Kal Ho Naa Ho (Tomorrow might not be, 2014)

'Listen - live, be happy, smile, because who knows? Tomorrow might not be.'

 Honestly, in light of all the films that have been listed before now, with their mind-blowing cinematography, incredibly moving soundtracks and ground-breaking scopes of acting, Kal Ho Naa Ho might seem to fall a little short. It's set in the dreary din of New York, the soundtrack is more constructed towards fun and contemporary glamour, yet it is undeniable that this film is my favourite of the whole bunch. The top of my list of romantic Bops then is the story of Naina (Preity Zinta) and the many complications which taint her family; the pressure being so much that she has been rendered the constant embodiment of irritability. And even forgotten how to smile. Everything turns around when Aman (Shah Rukh Khan) enters the family's life: optimistic, charismatic and caring, he literally breathes new life into Naina's existence, so that before long she finds herself completely devoted to him in place of the unspoken affections of her closest friend, Rohit (Saif Ali Khan). What pans out is that on the verge of telling Aman she loves him however is that he tells Naina that the reason he came to New York was to repair his frayed relationship with his wife, Priya (Sonali Bendre). Unbeknownst to the bereft Naina, this is, in fact, a lie. The truth is that Priya is actually Aman's doctor and he doesn't have much time left to live.

I don't know then whether it's because the characters and scenarios are so well grounded, the dynamics and difficulties within the Kapur family are more relatable, or that the relationships between and constructions of characters are perhaps the most believable, but it's one of those films that you'll agree, once you've watched it, has an inexplicable sensibility that takes the cake every time. A lot of it does seem to be grounded in the healthy and brilliant way the love triangle is handled in the film, as any sense of complication or rivalry between Rohit and Aman is evoked as comedy rather than any serious resentment or envy. It's an incredibly unique love triangle then and this is perhaps why it has garnered so much critical respect, as the love-triangle motif is such a typical motif of Bollywood cinema (with repeatedly toxic and violent confrontations like in Pardes), that it is refreshing to see a love depicted so genuinely and platonically. It's even more heart-warming to watch as Aman does his best efforts to ensure that Naina walks with Rohit down the aisle (or the Saptapadi to be precise) all the while wielding his best façade so that she never realises that he loves her too. In fact, the affections between them are so subtle and few that the effect is paradoxically more intense, as you find yourself latching onto every fleeting sign of love between them that you can. KHNH then is another one that I recommend first and foremost, though in truth it's best not to watch it too often unless you have a few days to spare in which to emotionally recover.

 BEST SONG: Titular track

 And there you have it - they may not be the best according to everyone's taste, but the romances listed above are some of the most critically acclaimed and effective Bollywood masterpieces to ever grace the silver screen. Though they may start as cliched and melodramatic, with too much dance and quirky dynamic, this is always a foil to deep-rooted passions and die-hard affections - each a romantic experience above and beyond any of your expectations.

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Serious Impressions of Stupid Movies

Films have gotten one of the https://real-123movies.best/other-brands/view47 most persuasive components in present day society. From beginning new patterns to teaching the normal individuals, motion pictures without a doubt unveil an impact on the general. Since the revelation of the absolute first film in quite a while, have become a visual documentation on functions of human advancement. Discussing the motion pictures that are delivered for diversion purposes, here is a statement, from the Pulitzer Prize victor film pundit Roger Ebert:

"We live in a case of reality. Films are windows in its walls.They permit us to enter different personalities not just in feeling of relating to the characters, however by considering the to be through another's eyes."

- Roger Ebert

Roger once said that workmanship is the nearest that we could come to seeing how a more interesting feels and films as an amalgum of sound and visual type of expressions, makes an extremely unpredictable and modern type of craftsmanship. There is an unquestionable impact that films have in our point of view. At the point when we leave a performance center in the wake of viewing a film, we leave with the unmistakable sort of contemplations relying on the film we viewed. With our obligations of day by day life we skirt through heaps of social and passionate perspectives that keep us empathetic. We live in a world with so much tones and varieties of human perspectives yet we neglect to perceive and appreciate, while occupied in our duties. What's more, that is the place where motion pictures are a sweet token of what we are and what we have. Let us take "Forrest Gump" for example that depicts the blamelessness of a person, with the soul to make something out of himself notwithstanding all the weaknesses. Or then again the later one "Happythankyoumoreplease", which shows characters, the same as the ones in our area. The characters in the reel world are the same as those in our genuine world and the difficulties they face are only a form of the ones we face. What's more, films assist us with understanding life through alternate points of view.

Let us take current authentic period motion pictures and old exemplary ones, they are a portrayal of how things were in the ancient times. As standard individuals they will in general be a token of our legacy, a wellspring of memory and sentimentality. There are likewise motion pictures like "Edge Runner" which give us a look into how things could be later on, and there are ones that make us chuckle and make some great memories. Teaching us, stimulating our amusing unresolved issues us about the future functions that could fall upon us, films have a verifiable impact on our musings and activities.

There is minimal terrible with every last great

Film as an innovation has developed from a straightforward quick moving assortment of pictures to a confounded industry. With the innovation's regularly developing prominence, motion pictures have now become a necessary piece of our every day life. Be it in a benevolent visit among companions or the every day news broadcast, films are one of the topics of conversation. Principally a type of amusement, films all in all is additionally recorded as a casual wellspring of instruction. Numerous individuals will in general gain from films more than some other conventional source, in spite of the fact that that may appear to be an exaggeration. In numerous immature nations films and TV arrangement are utilized as the methods for teaching the populace for social change and bring a general change. There is no denying on an immense reach of motion pictures, this anyway could have a terrible impact, as few out of every odd film conveys similar sympathetic qualities.

Motion pictures that fall under the class like recorded show, chronicled war films and biopics are regularly condemned for taking freedom with the authentic realities. They are blamed for bowing the story to perform functions and make fascinating motion pictures. One of such motion pictures is "Pearl Harbor", which was delivered under much analysis. With movie producers taking such freedom with the chronicled topics, it is both discourteous and unpardonable. Because of such motion pictures simple crowds proceed to accept a fiction to be the reality, which is anything but something worth being thankful for. Then again there are motion pictures that fall under activity and awfulness types which are reprimanded for rough substance. Chiefs like Quentin Tarantino in Hollywood and Anurag Kashyap in Bollywood have their separate explanation and consistent clarifications with respect to such substance. In spite of their sensible clarifications there is no rejecting that the presentation to brutality may cause character problem in kids and other responsive segment. There exists legitimate cycles of recognizable proof and assigning class a film experiences before its delivery to reduce such unfavorable impacts. Anyway their essence is just comparable to the usage.

Motion pictures are Stupid

"The fact isn't to evade all Stupid Movies, yet to abstain from being a Stupid Moviegoer, It's a troublesome assignment isolating the great Stupid Movies from the terrible ones... " - Roger Ebert

Regularly films are named as inept exercise in futility. The assessment is right all alone however we need to remember that there are in a real sense a huge number of films speaking to a classification and there are various types. Despite the fact that not every one of them merit our consideration but rather not every one of them merit our lack of interest either. Hence, the duty falls upon us to pick the film that would merit the time. Actually the selection of films varies with every person. What's more, every sort of motion pictures is focused towards a particular sort of crowd.

Each masterpiece is liable to one's own discernment and translation, motion pictures are the same. Much the same as any workmanship, every film will undoubtedly have its perspective and a plan. Films are the most expressive among all types of expressions as such it is fit for covering a tremendous segment with no inclination of shading, age or locale. This advantages the producers with the ability to intrigue the gigantic helpless populace with their thoughts. Be that as it may, it falls upon the watcher to pick the correct film.

Interfacing with a film

A film without a distinct bearing turns into a catastrophe, as such a large portion of the occasions the chief decides a specific tone of the film subject. With appropriate co-appointment with his kindred associates chief proceeds to make a work of art that resounds with our life and outlook. This is the point at which we would be sucked into an alternate world through and through. Furthermore, that is the genuine fulfillment of viewing a film. Else it would turn into a dumb exercise in futility.

Anyway close to the subtleties in the creation of a motion pictures itself, there are numerous elements that influences its association with the crowd. One such case is "The Room" which delivered in 2003 as an autonomous film. The film was composed, delivered and coordinated by Tommy Wiseau, who likewise acted in the film. The film was totally butchered by the pundits while it did a decent business. There are likewise the DC motion pictures like "Self destruction Squad" and "Equity League" which in spite of the basic slamming proceed to gather truckloads of money. The explanation there being the topic however wretched is of high repute to the fanatics of DC funnies.

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Mental health: What India must do to solve its mental health

One in every four people will be affected by mental health issues at some point in their lives as estimated by the World Health Organization, leading to the global concern of suicidal deaths. According to the WHO, about 800,000 people die due to suicide every year. Every 40 seconds, a person commits suicide or attempts to take his life making suicide the second leading cause of death around the world. With the current pandemic situation, the increasing rate of mental health issues, cases of suicides and depression desperately calls for the need of suicide prevention strategies, raising awareness about mental well-being as well as diagnosis and healing of various mental health disorders, especially in the youth.

On a mission to highlight the significance of living a balanced physical and mental life, psychological counsellor and philanthropist, Dr. Vaishalli Khangte believes that there is an organic approach to this rising problem.

“Awareness is the first step to change. We must be aware about ourselves and our surroundings. Commonly, for mental health related problems, the initial phase symptoms are vague like feeling low, tired, fatigued, aimless and helpless, therefore undiagnosed.” Dr. Khangte stated. “Moreover, we fear opening up to others and seeking advice or help in order to avoid being looked down upon or being humiliated in our society because mental illness is seen as a social stigma.” She further added.

With 25 years of professional experience in homeopathy, she is also a pranic healer, aura, cellular and crystal healer, yoga practitioner, holistic healing coach, hypnotherapist and a nutritional dietician.

According to Dr. Khangte, mental illness is a simple problem that needs to be tackled, however it is often neglected due to various aspects such as the society we live in, culture, upbringing, constant peer pressure, parental nagging, self-criticism and expectations from others.

“Most of the times we are not allowed to be the way we want to. Certain norms are inculcated right from childhood which we later on continue to carry, knowing that they are not right for us. We are unable to breakthrough that cocoon and hence, left sulking.” Dr. Khangte stated.

Dr. Khangte urges people to talk openly about mental health issues and normalize it just like any other physical health problems. “I think more coverage on mental health is important. We shouldn’t wait for things to worsen and help people sooner to save them from serious mental disorders. All kinds of techniques should be put together and all types of platforms should work on spreading awareness.” Dr. Khangte said.

Dr. Khangte practices the ideology of personalized treatment as no ‘one therapy’ or ‘medication’ can heal everyone. “Increasing our socialization, being around people who we can confide in, get fresh air from time to time, familiarize ourselves with our surroundings, developing hobbies are some ways to protect ourselves from falling into depression. Also, having a look ‘within’ to re- invent ourselves can take us a long way. Avoiding jealousy, comparisons and introspecting who we truly are and what we really want in life can help us find our own happiness.” She adviced.

Talking about the current pandemic situation that has led to an increase in the number of mental illness cases and suicides, Dr. Khangte suggested social media to be a prominent cause for youth isolation and depression.

“I have seen many cases of suicides, fears, phobias, OCDs and the covid-19 virus has added more to the problem. The death of the Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput was the event when I encountered a surge of youngsters who related to him in one way or anotherand went into depression.” Dr. Khangte stated, “People have become so vulnerable that they cannot balance their emotions, landing into violent emotional flares where they lost self-control. In today’s virtual world, humans, being social animals, are isolated, avoiding contact, personal touch, interactions, meetings and real conversations. This pushes them towards mental illnesses.”

In her upcoming book, Midlife Marvels, Dr. Khangte has laid down time and tested holistic solutions and techniques from her clinical experiences to overcome symptoms of feeling low and depressed in a ‘do-it yourself ’style which can help people keep their disturbed emotions at bay.

Dr. Khangte has worked with several NGO groups like Human Organization for Pioneering in Education, Bapu Trust and Hahnemannian Homoeopathy Forum, HHF- Pune as a trustee for 12 years. She has been researching the ‘Application Of Mind In Homoeopathy’ along with conducting seminars, lectures, counselling sessions, healing camps on health-related issues along with medications and offering free online meditations and orientation sessions on Pranic Healing, Homeopathy Consultation and Treatment. Khangte also works on a free feeding program under the project, ‘Food For Hungry’ along with her collegues to distribute daily essentials such as clothes, grains and more to the needy people in and around Pune. She has been recognized with many awards for her contributions in the city, along with the Punyadham Award recently this year to acknowledge her efforts.

“I wish people who suffer from any sort of mental problems and emotional stress would find the path to break their cocoon and fly like a butterfly.” Dr. Khangte added, “And in case, anyone needs help in breaking through, they can reach out to me or those around them who can support you and hold your hand to pull you out of this abyss.

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Tamannaah Bhatia on being tested positive for COVID-19: I am now being discharged, it has been a strenuous week but I feel relatively well | Hindi Movie News

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Tamannaah Bhatia on being tested positive for COVID-19: I am now being discharged, it has been a strenuous week but I feel relatively well | Hindi Movie News

Tamannaah Bhatia who was tested positive for COVID-19 recently has been discharged by the hospital. The actress took to Instagram to update fans about her health.

She wrote, “Although my team and I have been very disciplined on set, I, unfortunately, succumbed to a mild fever last week. After undertaking the mandatory tests, I was diagnosed as COVID-19 positive. I admitted myself into a private hospital in Hyderabad to mitigate adverse health outcomes and after being under the care of expert medical professionals I am now being discharged. It has been a strenuous week but I feel relatively well. I am optimistic that I will recover fully from this health peril which is distressing so many people around the world. For the present, I will be self-isolating as advised. A big virtual hug to everyone for their love, concern and positivity. Stay safe, stay healthy, stay well!

Love, Tamannaah.” Check out the post here:

In August Tamannaah’s parents were infected by the Coronavirus and at that time her report came out as negative. Taking to social media, she had shared the update: “My parents were showing mild Covid-19 symptoms over the weekend and as a precautionary measure everyone at home underwent tests immediately. The results have just come in, and unfortunately my parents have tested positive. The necessary authorities have been updated of their situation and we are complying with the precautionary guidelines.”

On the Bollywood front, up next for Tamannaah is ‘Bole Chudiyan’ which also features Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Kabir Duhan Singh in the lead.

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Malaika Arora also covid Positive after Arjun Kapoor quarantine at home

Malaika Arora also covid Positive after Arjun Kapoor quarantine at home. Recently, Arjun Kapoor stated on his social media that he has developed a corona. Now according to reports, Arjun's girlfriend and actress Malaika Arora has also got COVID-19 test positive. The number of corona virus cases is increasing in the country. Recently, Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor gave information on his social media that his corona virus Test positive has arrived. Malaika Arora also covid Positive after Arjun Kapoor quarantine at home Now reports are coming that Arjun's girlfriend Malaika Arora has also come COVID-19 test positive. Malaika confirmed this news and he said, 'Yes, my test has come positive. I am in self-isolation. I will be healthy and strong. Arjun Kapoor, who was suffering from Corona virus Arjun Kapoor, who was suffering from Corona virus, wrote in his social media post informing fans of the fans, 'I have a duty to inform all of you that my Corona virus test has come positive. I feel fine and I have isolated myself at home under the advice of doctors and officials. I thank you for your support and will keep you all updated about your health in the coming days. These are extraordinary and unprecedented times and I am confident that all together will remove this virus. Lots of love, Arjun. Meanwhile, there has been news recently that about 7 to 8 members of Malaika Arora's 'India's Best Dancer' have got corona virus test positive. Read the full article

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Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor cut outing with Taimur short after being told ‘little kids are not allowed outside’. Watch - bollywood

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Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor, who were out for a stroll with son Taimur at Mumbai’s Marine Drive, returned home after they were told children are not allowed to venture out.

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Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan were seen out in Mumbai with son Taimur.

After months of self-isolation, actors Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor were seen enjoying a stroll at Mumbai’s Marine Drive on Sunday with son Taimur. However, their break was cut short as they were informed that children were not allowed to venture out.

The photos and videos of Saif, Kareena and Taimur went viral as they were seen at the city’s iconic Marine Drive. While Kareena was in a monochrome dress and white sneakers, Saif was in his usual white kurta pyjama. The actor was seen carrying Taimur on his shoulders.

  As the family was seen strolling in the area, reportedly a policeman approached them and said, ‘Chote bachon ki bahar nahi lana hai (Young children are not allowed to venture out).’ In a video that has found its way to social media, both Kareena and Saif can be heard asking, ‘Bahar nahi lana hai?’ The family soon left and returned home.

  As part of Unlock 1, relaxations allow people to come out of their houses while observing precautions. While the use of masks has been made mandatory, movement of children under the age of 10 and elderly people has been restricted as per Maharashtra state guidelines.

Kareena Kapoor was last seen in the 2020 film Angrezi Medium, co-starring late actor Irrfan Khan, which released days before the national lockdown was announced. The film was later released on an OTT platform. The actor will be seen in Aamir Khan’s Laal Singh Chaddha and Karan Johar’s Takht. She will play the role of Jahanara Begum in the latter.

Saif Ali Khan, who saw the release of his career’s biggest hit Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior in January, also delivered a success in Jawaani Jaaneman. He will be seen in Dilli, Hunter and Bhoot Police.

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Priyanka Chopra Clapped Too, All The Way From USA

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Priyanka Chopra Clapped Too, All The Way From USA

A still from the video shared by Priyanka Chopra. (courtesy priyankachopra)

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Priyanka Chopra was clapping from her balcony at her house abroad

She shared a video on her Instagram story

Priyanka wrote, “I am there in spirit”

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Priyanka Chopra joined from USA in Sunday’s nationwide celebration of healthcare workers and essential service providers. The 37-year-old actress, under self-quarantine at home with husband Nick Jonas, stood in her balcony and clapped. Priyanka shared a video on her Instagram story and said, ” People around the world have shown their appreciation for the doctors, nurses and all first responders battling COVID-19 by clapping on their balconies. Although I couldn’t be there in India today to join, I am there in spirit.” At 5pm on Sunday, the date and time designated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, citizens gathered at windows and in balconies to clap and cheer for those providing services, medical and otherwise, so that much of the country can stay home as part of the battle against the Coronavirus.

A “Janata Curfew” was imposed by the government on Sunday; at 5pm, several Bollywood celebrities joined the celebration from their balconies and terraces – the Bachchans, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh, Anil Kapoor, Ananya Panday, Shraddha Kapoor, Kartik Aaryan and others shared photos and videos of themselves clapping and cheering.

Here is Priyanka Chopra clapping in the USA:

Like most of us, Priyanka Chopra is under self-quarantine at home abroad. Earlier, she shared a glimpse of the experience and described it as “crazy.” In a video shared by her, Priyanka said, “This is such an insane time and all of our lives have been completely turned upside down. It feels like something out of a movie but it is not. Nick and I have been home for the last week and this is day 8 of self-isolation for us. We have always had such crazy schedules and had so many people around us all day, and all of a sudden this being our reality it just feels crazy.”

Nick Jonas recently posted a video message on Instagram. He said, “Hope you are doing okay” and Priyanka added, “And let’s just take care of each other.”

Earlier this month, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas were in India to celebrate Holi. On the work front, the actress was last seen in The Sky Is Pink. She will next be seen in Netflix’s The White Tiger and We Can Be Heroes. Priyanka Chopra also has a film with actress-comedian Mindy Kaling in the pipeline.

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Sonam Kapoor defends Kanika Kapoor: ‘She came back on 9th. India wasn’t self isolating but playing Holi’ – bollywood Singer Kanika Kapoor has come under a barrage of criticism for failing to follow practices such as social distancing amid coronavirus pandemic.

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Life update!

because you’re all super cute and care and probably want oneshots

- my room is fairly nice and cosy. Had a few hiccups, but maintenance are largely fine. Remembering my key card is a nightmare, but I’ve only locked it in once - med as a degree is super elitist and it’s almost as if we’re not meant to mix with anyone else - I’m even more antisocial as a grad than I was at under. I also don’t give a fuck. I am completely self-isolating. Bets are I’ll give a fuck later - the girls in my flat (most of them) are sweet and cute. They call me Mother Hen because they’re all 18 and scared of the “big city” that is Swansea (quotation marks used in context to my city of life/origin) and feel like I’m their big sister. They also love my mum - I can’t hook up my printer wirelessly to my Mac thanks to the shitty wifi, and it’s doing my head in - am yet to join the gym, but am eating healthy. ier. - I have an ID card that says “medical student” (!!), I have a few friends and I’ve already nerded out and taken out the relevant textbooks from the library - there is a national health shortage of Hep B, but I may be able to get it in London. This is one of many startling changes in life. Such as using actual change on the bus in Swansea, what the actual fuck - am terrified yet optimistic (??) about my undergrad arts being of no use, but also helping with perspective (according to staff) - I miss home and a decent sleeping pattern. wow, i thought my last one was fucked - I’ve been so busy, my battery is on the same charge it was when I left London. It’s depressing - THERE ARE 2 OTHER GUYS WHO WENT TO QM IN MY COURSE AND IT’S A FUCKING RIOT TO HAVE PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT MILE END ROAD - bonus: desi muslim in my flat who understands my bollywood references - added bonus: 3-4 of my flatmates (of 7) are Good White Crackers and the two youngest are eager to learn beyond stereotype. very impressed. 4 for you, Wales - I can’t help but feel I’m making the same mistakes that I did at undergrad - holy shit, I’m really like my mother - tHERE’S A HALAL SECTION IN MY TESCOS (it’s very small, but I’ll take it) - Ty is my Good Egg Adopted Brother and continues to do very well with it so far - is it lame to wear your pj top to an evening cinema showing? because whoops if it is, I’m about to do it anyway

that’s all folks! Am hoping to write once I get in, depending on how late it is and if checking on flatmates is avoidable. Rarely is so far.

xxxx

ps. forgive me for my lack of queue

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Last night news broke out that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Aaradhya Bachchan, who were recently diagnosed with COVID 19,  have been admitted to Nanavati Hospital. The two were supposed to quarantine at home as per the recommendation of the BMC.

However, reportedly the mother and daughter began facing issues like breathlessness and mild fever after which they were shifted to professional supervision at the hospital. A leading daily got in touch with the hospital officials at Nanavati Hospital who have revealed that both Aishwarya and Aaradhya are completely stable and are under observation in the isolation ward. The report also claims that Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan, who were admitted after testing COVID 19 positive last week, are also showing positive signs to the treatment.

For now, the BMC has sealed all the four bungalows owned by the Bachchan’s and carried out tests on all their staff members. We hope that the Bachchan family beats the virus and is back to their healthy self again.

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Coronavirus: Three generations of Bollywood Bachchan family infected

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Image caption Abhishek (L) said his wife and daughter would self-isolate at home

Three generations of a high-profile Bollywood family have tested positive for Covid-19, officials in the Indian state of Maharashtra say.

Results on Sunday showed the actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, a former Miss World, and her daughter Aaradhya, eight, were infected with coronavirus.

Her husband Abhishek and father-in-law Amitabh, both also actors, were taken to hospital on Saturday with the virus.

Both men were said to have mild symptoms.

Abhishek Bachchan tweeted that they would remain in hospital “till the doctors decide otherwise”.

Aishwarya Bachchan, 46, is one of Bollywood’s most famous faces both in India and abroad, featuring in several Bollywood and Hollywood films.

She won the Miss World pageant in 1994 and is Goodwill Ambassador for UNAIDS. In 2003 she was the first Indian actress to be a jury member at the Cannes Film Festival.

Aishwarya and her daughter are said to be asymptomatic. Her husband tweeted to say they would be self-isolating at home.

Outpouring of support

On Saturday Amitabh Bachchan told his millions of Twitter followers he had tested positive for Covid-19.

“I have tested Covid positive, shifted to hospital, hospital informing authorities, family and staff undergone tests, results awaited,” he wrote.

Bachchan, 77, has been involved in 200 films over five decades.

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Image caption Bachchan has won multiple awards since rising to prominence in the 1970s

He and Abhishek, 44, were taken to Nanavati Hospital in Mumbai on Saturday. Abhishek described them both as having mild symptoms.

Amitabh is currently in the isolation unit of the hospital, news agency ANI reported, quoting a public relations officer for the hospital. He urged anyone who had been close to him in the past 10 days to get tested.

His wife Jaya had tested negative, officials said. It was not clear whether results for other family members were yet in.

Mumbai municipal officials have since put up banners outside the actor’s house in the city, classifying it as a “containment zone”.

The news has led to an outpouring of support for the family on social media. Among those paying their respects were actress Sonam K Ahuja and former India cricket player Irfan Pathan.

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Image caption Well-wishers have been praying for Amitabh Bachchan

“Dear Amitabh ji, I join the whole Nation in wishing you a quick recovery! After all, you are the idol of millions in this country, an iconic superstar! We will all take good care of you. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!” said India’s Health Minister Harsh Vardhan.

Bachchan Snr has enjoyed starring roles in hit movies such as Zanjeer and Sholay. Since rising to fame in the 1970s, he has won numerous accolades including four National Film Awards and 15 Filmfare Awards. France has also bestowed its highest civilian award, the Legion of Honour, for his contribution to cinema.

Outside acting, Bachchan Snr had a brief stint in politics and was elected as a member of India’s parliament in 1984 at the behest of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi. But he resigned three years later, disillusioned by a corruption scandal under Mr Gandhi’s government.

In recent months, he has been prominent in helping the government get its message across in the fight against coronavirus.

India saw a record rise in the number of coronavirus cases by 27,100 on Sunday, with the total climbing to nearly 850,000 – the third highest caseload in the world. There have been complaints about a lack of both testing and frontline medical staff.

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Ungli actress Rachel White tests positive for Coronavirus

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Ungli actress Rachel White tests positive for Coronavirus

The outbreak of Coronavirus has raised all the warning signs in the entire world. Amid all this, a number of Indian celebrities are under self-quarantine and they has been staying  indoors and strictly following self-isolation.

After Amitabh Bachchan and his family to Anupam Kher‘s family, many have been tested Covid-19 positive and now, Sanjay Dutt starrer, ‘Ungli’ actress Rachel White has been tested positive for Coronavirus.

Rachel White tests positive for Coronavirus

The actress confirmed the news on her social media account. Rachel is currently residing in Kolkata and asked her fans to send her their prayers. She wrote, “I have tested COViD19 positive. Quarantined at home. Please keep me in your prayers as I set off on my path to recovery. 🙏”

I have tested COViD19 positive. Quarantined at home. Please keep me in your prayers as I set off on my path to recovery. 🙏

— Rachel White (@whitespeaking) July 11, 2020

Rachel was in news in the year 2018 during the MeToo movement, when the actress made allegations on filmmaker Sajid Khan, along with actress Saloni Chopra and Simran Suri.

On the work front, she had marked her Bollywood debut with the movie, Ungli, opposite Emraan Hashmi also starring Neha Dhupia, Kangana Ranaut and Sanjay Dutt in pivotal roles.

We wish the actress for speedy recovery!