Bollywood Roundup: Hrithik Roshan, Mrunal Thakur, Nushrratt Bharuccha, and more…
Hrithik Roshan Says He Wants to Play a Role Like Zaffar Again
MUMBAI, India — Hrithik Roshan says he is looking for a role similar to Zaffar, the self-assured movie star he played in Zoya Akhtar’s 2009 film “Luck by Chance.”
In a social media post Thursday, Roshan said he surprised himself when asked what kind of role he wanted to take on next.
“Just got asked what’s the kind of role I’m looking for. And I surprised myself when it came to me. Remember Zaffar from luck by chance ? That’s the one. I’d jump on something like that . But directors only wanna see me play the good guy. Sad. (sic),” he wrote.
Roshan appeared in an extended cameo in “Luck by Chance,” Akhtar’s directorial debut. The film starred Farhan Akhtar and Konkona Sen Sharma, with Rishi Kapoor, Dimple Kapadia, Juhi Chawla, Sanjay Kapoor, Isha Sharvani, Alyy Khan and Sheeba Chaddha in supporting roles.
Roshan is also set to enter the streaming space as a producer with “Storm,” which he is producing with his brother Eshaan Roshan. The series stars Parvathy Thiruvothu, Alaya F, Srishti Shrivastava, Rrama Sharma and Saba Azad.
“Storm” has been created and directed by Ajitpal Singh, known for “Tabbar” and the Sundance selection “Fire in the Mountains.”
Mrunal Thakur Shares Photos With Father Ahead of New Film Release
MUMBAI, India — Mrunal Thakur shared photos with her father, Udaysing B. Thakur, on Instagram, offering a glimpse of their close bond.
“Dad never misses a chance to make my day and remind me how loved I am. #girlchild #girldad #love,” Thakur wrote in the caption.
The photos show the actress posing with her father, along with solo pictures of him.
Thakur is preparing for the release of “Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai,” directed by David Dhawan. The romantic comedy also stars Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde and Maniesh Paul, with Mouni Roy in a guest appearance. The film is scheduled for release June 5.
The movie follows a young man who has faced repeated rejection from women and eventually finds himself in a relationship with loneliness. Its title is believed to be inspired by the popular song “Hai Jawani Toh Pyaar Hona Hai” from Dhawan’s “Biwi No. 1.”
Thakur, known for “Sita Ramam” and “Jersey,” also recently said she was dubbing for “something very very special” and would announce the project soon.
Nushrratt Bharuccha Clarifies Viral Instagram Sounds Came From Puppy
MUMBAI, India — Nushrratt Bharuccha has issued a clarification after her Instagram Stories drew attention over alleged “weird sounds” following the IPL final between RCB and GT.
The actress posted screenshots from her earlier Stories on Thursday and said the sounds in question came from a puppy at a friend’s house, where she was watching the match.
“Kuch logon ne hadh hi kar di hai. Ek puppy ke rone ki awaaz se itna bawaal mach gaya hai and someone has issued a fake clarification also on my behalf. So here’s the reality… I was watching the match at my friends house and their young puppy was making these crying ‘Sounds’. This is the video made by my friend at the same time with the same sounds from another angle,” she wrote.
Bharuccha said she deleted the video after being advised to do so, anticipating that it could be misinterpreted.
“People, calm your wild thoughts down! Owning a mobile phone doesn’t empower harrassment. Do not misinterpret or follow blindly. Think and act responsibly (sic),” she added.
The actress recently turned 40 on May 17 and celebrated with close friends. Her birthday gathering included Jacqueline Fernandez, Mrunal Thakur, Jackky Bhagnani, Rakul Preet Singh and Ishita Raj, her co-star from “Pyaar Ka Punchnama.”
Tamannaah Bhatia Says Rain Marked Devi’s Arrival at Her Home
MUMBAI, India — Tamannaah Bhatia said unexpected rain in Mumbai made the arrival of Devi at her home feel even more special during the Linga Bhairavi Devi Punya Puja.
In an Instagram post, the actress said she had been concerned about the heat ahead of the puja, especially for guests who would be attending. But she woke up at dawn to rain, wind and cooler weather.
“For days, Mumbai had been unbearably hot. One of the things we quietly worried about was how everyone would sit through the puja, how we would make the day comfortable for those who had come. Then, at dawn, I woke up and looked outside my window. The trees were swaying. The flowers were drenched in rain. The wind had arrived. The heat that had hung over the city for days had simply disappeared,” she wrote.
Bhatia said the moment made her feel that “Devi had arrived at home with the rain.”
The actress also said the home continued to feel peaceful even after the puja ended and guests had left.
“What made the day even more special was sharing it with family, loved ones, and everyone who gathered under one roof,” she wrote, adding that bringing a spiritual process into a home can create a moment to “pause, connect, and experience life a little more deeply.”
Kriti Sanon Followed Strict Fitness Plan for ‘Cocktail 2,’ Trainer Says
MUMBAI, India — Kriti Sanon followed a demanding fitness and nutrition plan for her upcoming film “Cocktail 2,” according to her trainer, Karan Sawhney.
Sanon reshared a video from Sawhney on Instagram Stories, showing her doing an incline walk as part of her workout routine.
Sawhney said the fitness plan was designed around the requirements of her role, including her first bikini scene. He said Sanon trained six days a week and focused on strength training, incline walks, Zone 2 cardio, sleep and a high-protein diet.
“The brief was clear and uncompromising. Super lean. Super toned. Abs that actually show on camera. Strength that reads through the screen,” Sawhney wrote.
He said the goal was not for Sanon to become “size zero,” but to look fit, toned and luminous on screen.
“But this was the real challenge, don’t lose the glow. Don’t hollow out the face,” he wrote, adding that her nutrition was “dialled in to protect the face while leaning the body.”
Sawhney said Sanon’s preparation required discipline and consistency, while also staying aligned with director Homi Adajania’s vision for the character.
“This wasn’t just about looking good for a scene. This was about honouring the character, the director’s vision, and most importantly,herself,” he wrote.
Malaika Arora Shares Glimpses From Peaceful Day Off
MUMBAI, India — Malaika Arora shared photos from a relaxing day off, giving fans a look at what she described as her “soft life” mood.
The actress and fitness personality posted a series of pictures on Instagram showing quiet, candid moments from her downtime.
“Life maxxxxxingggggg#SoftLifeStyle #PeacefulMoments #ElegantLiving #DayOffDiaries #mood,” she wrote.
The post comes after Arora recently shared images from a Maldives vacation, where she described slow mornings, wellness rituals, dining experiences and making her own perfume as part of a calming getaway.
In April, Arora spoke about aging during an appearance on “Famously Fit with Sophie,” saying people should embrace their age rather than worry about it.
“Just wear it as a badge, age gracefully, and don’t get caught up in it. It’s just a number. No matter what age you are, whether 20 or 60, you are amazing,” she said.
Arora has appeared in films including “Kaante” and “EMI” and is known for dance numbers such as “Chaiyya Chaiyya,” “Maahi Ve,” “Kaal Dhamaal” and “Munni Badnaam Hui.” She was last seen performing the song “Poison Baby” in the 2025 film “Thamma.”
Janhvi Kapoor Says She Loves the Romance of 1980s Films
MUMBAI, India — Janhvi Kapoor says she has a strong fondness for films from the 1980s, calling herself “quite nostalgic.”
The actress, who stars opposite Ram Charan in the Telugu film “Peddi,” said she is drawn to the grand and romantic style of movies from that period.
“I think it’s the films. I’m quite a nostalgic. I love the films from that era. I think they were so maximalist and romantic. And yeah, I’m a sucker for those films,” Kapoor told IANS.
Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, “Peddi” also stars Boman Irani, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu and Divyenndu. Ram Charan plays a “crossover athlete” skilled in cricket, wrestling and sprinting, while Kapoor plays his love interest, Achiyamma.
On the day of the film’s release, Kapoor visited the Srivari Temple in Andhra Pradesh, where she was seen walking barefoot to offer prayers.
Kapoor made her acting debut in “Dhadak” in 2018 and has appeared in films including “Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl,” “Mili,” “Roohi,” “Ulajh,” “Mr. & Mrs. Mahi,” “Good Luck Jerry” and “Devara: Part 1.” (Source: IANS)
