Bollywood Roundup: Rasika Dugal, Soha Ali Khan, Shamita Shetty, and more…
Rasika Dugal Jokes About Failed Attempt at Multitasking
MUMBAI, India — Rasika Dugal is embracing life as a “mono-tasker.”
The actress shared a lighthearted Instagram post about her attempt at multitasking, posting a series of photos that showed her trying to juggle several things at once before eventually giving up.
In one picture, Dugal is seen having coffee and breakfast while getting her hair done. The text on the image read, “Trying to be a multitasker.” Another photo showed her ironing clothes while talking on the phone, with the caption, “tasks multiplying on their own.”
The final image showed a tired Dugal resting her head on a table. “Some people are made to be mono-taskers,” she wrote.
“A short story about me trying to be a multitasker,” Dugal captioned the post.
Dugal was recently seen in Pulkit’s film “Kartavya,” starring Saif Ali Khan. The film follows a police officer forced to choose between protecting his family and honoring his duty to justice.
She is next set to appear in “Mirzapur-The Movie,” scheduled for release Sept. 4. The film is based on the popular crime drama “Mirzapur,” which follows Akhandanand “Kaleen” Tripathi, a powerful crime boss in Uttar Pradesh’s Purvanchal region.
Dugal was also last seen on the film front in Anshuman Jha’s black comedy “Lord Curzon Ki Haveli,” co-starring Arjun Mathur and Zoha Rahman.
Soha Ali Khan Shares Underwater Lunch With Kunal Kemmu, Daughter Inaaya
MUMBAI, India — Soha Ali Khan shared a glimpse of a family vacation with husband Kunal Kemmu and their daughter, Inaaya, posting videos from an underwater lunch experience.
The actress shared clips Tuesday that showed the family dining inside an underwater restaurant surrounded by marine life. In one video, sharks and fish could be seen swimming above the glass tunnel as guests ate their meals. Another showed Inaaya walking through the dining space wearing a hat.
“Lunch was a truly immersive experience,” Soha wrote.
The outing appeared to be part of Kemmu’s birthday celebrations. The actor turned a year older May 25, and Soha earlier marked the occasion with a social media post calling him her “favourite human.”
Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kemmu’s sister-in-law, also wished him a happy birthday online, writing, “Happy birthday dear Kunal. So looking forward to Vibe. You will kill it… wish you the bestest always.”
Kemmu began his career as a child actor in films including “Zakhm,” “Raja Hindustani” and “Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke.” He later appeared in “Kalyug,” “Dhol,” “Go Goa Gone,” “Golmaal 3” and “Lootcase.”
He made his directorial debut with “Madgaon Express” and is now preparing for his next directing project, “Vibe.”
Shamita Shetty Responds to Troll Over Single Status
MUMBAI, India — Shamita Shetty pushed back at a social media user who questioned her age and single status, saying she is healthy, happy and grateful for her life.
The actress shared screenshots of the comments on her Instagram story and asked the user to unfollow her.
One comment said she had grown older and was “not the same as before.” Shetty responded that change is natural with time.
“Yes I will look different.. Things change with time, it’s the natural way of life..nothing stays forever including physical appearance! BUT For my age I’m healthy, fit and happy with a grateful heart for all that the almight has given me…n that’s all that matters to me,” she wrote.
Shetty also reacted to another comment saying that if she had married “on time,” her children would have been grown by now.
“Aapne shaadi karke kya ukhaad liya hai bhai? Most importantly, why the hell do you follow us single women to age-shame us and inflict us with your patriarchal, cave-man-like, male-centric thought process? Please do me a favour and unfollow me pronto!” she wrote.
Shetty is known for films including “Mohabbatein,” “Zeher,” “Bewafaa” and “Cash.” She has also appeared on reality shows such as “Bigg Boss 15,” “Khatron Ke Khiladi 9” and “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 8.”
She was last seen in the web show “The Tenant.”
Neena Gupta Shares Summer Recipe for Turai and Paneer Sabzi
MUMBAI, India — Neena Gupta is sharing a summer-friendly recipe with her social media followers as parts of India continue to face intense heat.
The veteran actress posted a recipe for turai and paneer sabzi on Instagram, offering a simple dish made with ridge gourd and Indian cottage cheese.
To make the dish, Gupta starts by heating ghee in a pan and adding cumin and red chili powder. She then adds grated tomatoes and ginger. Once the tomatoes are partly cooked, diced ridge gourd is added, followed by paneer and salt.
Gupta often shares home-cooking videos and recipes with her Instagram followers. Last year, she gave a Punjabi twist to vegetable uttapam, using spices such as mustard seeds, curry leaves, cinnamon and red chili.
The “Panchayat” actress also previously shared a recipe for what she called her “chutney for all seasons.” The recipe included boiled tomatoes and green chilies blended together, then cooked with garlic, ginger, coriander leaves and salt.
Gupta, known for films and shows including “Badhaai Ho” and “Panchayat,” has frequently used social media to share glimpses of her food, home life and everyday routines.
Neha Dhupia Visits Golden Temple, Enjoys Chole Bhature in Amritsar
MUMBAI, India — Neha Dhupia shared highlights from a recent trip to Amritsar, including a visit to the Golden Temple and a stop for local food.
The actress posted a series of photos and videos on social media Wednesday, captioning them, “Everything about this trip,” along with heart, folded-hands and angel emojis.
One photo showed Dhupia standing near the sarovar at the Golden Temple with her head covered in a pastel dupatta and her hands folded in prayer. Another clip showed her enjoying chole bhature at a local eatery. She also shared a playful photo with the Punjabi dish and a picture of her mother posing in a bright yellow outfit.
Dhupia had earlier visited Vrindavan, where she was seen performing seva.
Dhupia began her entertainment career after winning the Miss India title in 2002. She made her Bollywood debut in “Qayamat: City Under Threat” and later appeared in films including “Julie,” “Kyaa Kool Hai Hum,” “Shootout at Lokhandwala,” “Singh Is Kinng,” “Chup Chup Ke” and “Tumhari Sulu.”
She is also known for hosting the celebrity talk show and podcast “No Filter Neha.” More recently, Dhupia and her husband, Angad Bedi, launched a podcast featuring conversations with celebrity couples.
Dhupia married Bedi in Delhi on May 10, 2018. The couple has two children, daughter Mehr and son Guriq. (Source: IANS)
