Bollywood Roundup: Bhumi Pednekar, Kriti Sanon, Kajol, and more…

Bhumi Pednekar Urges Greater Use of Rainwater Harvesting

Mumbai– Actress Bhumi Pednekar has called for stronger rainwater harvesting systems to address recurring water shortages in India’s rapidly growing cities.

In an Instagram post, Pednekar said expanding concrete landscapes prevent rainwater from naturally replenishing groundwater supplies.

“Every monsoon, India receives billions of litres of rain. Yet many cities face water shortages just a few months later. Why? Because much of the rainwater that falls on our cities never gets a chance to recharge the ground. Instead, it flows through drains and eventually into the sea,” she wrote.

“As our cities become more concrete, we lose one of nature’s simplest water storage systems: the earth itself. The question isn’t whether we get enough rain. The question is whether we’re using it wisely,” she added.

Pednekar regularly promotes climate action, rainwater harvesting and sustainable living practices.

The 36-year-old actress was most recently seen in the Prime Video series “Daldal.” Her upcoming projects include a romantic comedy opposite Imran Khan and the second season of “Daldal.”

Kriti Sanon Calls ‘Cocktail 2’ Character Her Most Colorful and Radiant

Mumbai– Kriti Sanon has described her “Cocktail 2” character Ally as the most colorful and radiant role she has portrayed.

The actress shared behind-the-scenes pictures on Instagram and thanked her co-stars Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna, director Homi Adajania and producer Dinesh Vijan.

“Ally is probably the most colourful, radiant one & I’ve absolutely loved being her. Thank you for believing in me even more than I do,” Sanon wrote.

She said Ally would always remain close to her heart and thanked Kapoor and Mandanna for making the filming experience memorable.

Sanon also praised writer Luv Ranjan for creating what she called “the perfect cocktail of all emotions” and expressed gratitude to the film’s cast and crew for their work on the project.

Kajol Remembers Late Father Shomu Mukherjee on His Birth Anniversary

Mumbai– Kajol paid tribute to her late father, filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee, on his birth anniversary, saying she still struggles with his absence.

Sharing a heartfelt message on Instagram, the actress wrote, “Dear dad, I still don’t know how to do this without you (sic).”

She captioned the post, “Miss u every day.. #daddysgirlforever (sic).”

Mukherjee was a director, writer and producer known for films including “Ek Bar Mooskura Do,” “Chhailla Babu,” “Fiffty Fiffty,” “Lover Boy” and “Sangdil Sanam.” He married actress Tanuja in 1973, and they had two daughters, Kajol and Tanisha.

Mukherjee died of a heart attack on April 10, 2008, at age 64. Kajol frequently remembers him through social media posts.

 

 

‘Aarya’ Marks Six Years as Director Ram Madhvani Honors Strong Women

Mumbai– Director Ram Madhvani celebrated the sixth anniversary of Sushmita Sen’s crime drama series “Aarya” with a message of gratitude to its cast, crew and audience.

In an Instagram post, Madhvani said the series had become more than a story, teaching its creators about resilience, courage, family and the strength hidden within ordinary people.

“You reminded me that vulnerability can be powerful, that compassion can coexist with strength, and that the most meaningful stories are the ones that reflect our shared humanity,” he wrote.

Madhvani also recalled the show’s International Emmy nomination for Best Drama Series and thanked Sen, the cast, writers, technicians, producers and others who brought it to life.

“Salute to all the strong women that surround us,” he added.

The director also thanked viewers for embracing the series and making its journey memorable.

Anupam Kher Challenges Global Stereotypes About Indians in New Video

Mumbai– Veteran actor Anupam Kher has shared an emotionally charged video titled “I Am an Indian,” challenging stereotypes about Indians and celebrating the country’s culture, diversity and global contributions.

In the video, Kher responds to criticism involving civic behavior, immigration, employment, cultural practices and public celebrations.

“I am an Indian and everyone says I steal jobs. They move factories across oceans, shift profits through tax havens and automate entire industries overnight. I study, compete, earn a visa, work 18 hours a day, sometimes multiple jobs and somehow, I am the one stealing jobs and scamming the system,” he said.

Kher also highlighted the contributions Indians make around the world in technology, medicine, education, transportation and business.

“I am an Indian and everyone says I am everywhere. I build your software, treat your illness, teach your children, drive your taxis and open your stores. Yet my presence remains a problem,” he said.

Sharing the video on Instagram, Kher said it was inspired by a WhatsApp message that made him reflect on how stereotypes about Indians are created in the West.

“Not to prove anything to anyone, but to remind ourselves of something important. We Indians are wonderfully different. We are diverse, contradictory at times, emotional, resilient, chaotic, compassionate—and yet uniquely connected by an invisible thread,” he wrote.

Kher described the video as a celebration of the Indian spirit and concluded his post with, “I am an Indian. Jai Hind! #IAmAnIndian #Pride.” (Source: IANS)