Bollywood Roundup: John Abraham, Mouni Roy, Kareena Kapoor, and more…
John Abraham Shares AI Teaser for Upcoming Project, Draws Criticism
Mumbai — Bollywood actor John Abraham has shared the first look at an untitled upcoming project, but the AI-generated teaser drew criticism from social media users.
The video, posted on Instagram Thursday, depicts Abraham as a medieval sailor navigating violent waves.
“New Waters. New Winds. New Horizons. Setting sail into the unknown. Stay tuned,” he wrote.
Some users criticized the quality of the video. One commented, “Such poor AI,” while another wrote, “At least make it better if you’re using AI”.
Abraham, last seen in “Tehran,” is also preparing for “Force 3,” in which he will reprise his role as ACP Yashvardhan Singh. Directed by Bhav Dhulia, the action thriller will also feature Harshvardhan Rane in an undisclosed role.
“‘Force’ has always been a franchise I’ve believed in deeply. What makes it special for me is that it has a certain grit and a strong identity that audiences have connected with over the years. With Force 3, we’re taking that legacy forward in a big way. I’m also really excited to introduce Harsh as an action hero. He has the presence, the energy and the hunger for it, and I think audiences are going to enjoy watching him in this space,” Abraham said.
“Force 3” is produced by Abraham’s JA Entertainment and Sheel Kumar’s Karolina Corporation.
Mouni Roy Calls Working With Sanjay Kapoor a ‘Masterclass’
Mumbai — Actress Mouni Roy said working with Sanjay Kapoor on the revenge drama “Ab Hoga Hisaab” was a “masterclass” and described the show’s cast as a family.
“The entire team became family faster than I expected. Nimrit and I really connected off-camera. We’d end up chatting between shots about everything except the scene we’d just done, which I think is always a good sign. While Shaheer’s calm energy made every day on set feel easy,” Roy said.
She said Kapoor’s presence and disciplined performance style made working with him a valuable learning experience.
“By the end, it felt less like a shoot and more like a family. Working with Sanjay sir was a masterclass in itself. He has an incredible presence, but what stayed with me most was his stillness. He trusts silence, trusts the moment. Watching that discipline up close was a learning experience in itself,” she said.
Roy described “Ab Hoga Hisaab” as a morally complex story in which every character is hiding something and viewers are left questioning their loyalties.
Produced by Arré Studio, the Punjab-set series follows brothers Bobby and Bunty Manocha, whose lives are transformed by a fateful incident. It explores brotherhood, loyalty, sacrifice and revenge.
The series also stars Shaheer Sheikh, Avinash Mishra, Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, Harman Singha and Aasheema Vardaan. It is streaming on Amazon MX Player.
Kareena Kapoor Calls Sister Karisma Her Friend and Guide in Birthday Tribute
Mumbai — Kareena Kapoor celebrated her sister Karisma Kapoor’s birthday with an emotional social media tribute highlighting their close relationship.
Kareena shared an Instagram video featuring photographs from family gatherings, dinners and other moments together.
“Happy birthday to the sister, mother, friend, philosopher, and guide… To me, our family, and our children… you deserve all the happiness and more @therealkarismakapoor,” she wrote.
Karisma, who turned 51 on June 25, is known for films including “Raja Hindustani,” “Andaz Apna Apna,” “Dil To Pagal Hai” and “Hero No. 1.”
She recently returned to streaming after six years with “Brown,” portraying Kolkata Police officer Rita Brown. Directed by Abhinay Deo, the neo-noir psychological crime thriller premiered June 5 on ZEE5.
Parineeti Chopra Shares Humorous Birthday Tribute to Brother Shivang
Mumbai — Parineeti Chopra celebrated her brother Shivang Chopra’s birthday Thursday with a humorous social media tribute featuring photographs from their travels and family gatherings.
The actress shared pictures from London, Indonesia, Ambala, the Maldives and Delhi, along with a video from her wedding festivities featuring designer Manish Malhotra.
“The stupidest, yet the sweetest. The craziest, somehow the most intelligent. My singing partner. My scuba buddy. My short cuts supporter. The Only person with exactly the amount of common sense I expect from people Fellow jugaadu. Happy bday, my disciple I’ve taught you well! #NeverForget – b se bayein, d se daayein (Photos from London, Indonesia, Ambala, Maldives, Delhi, with a special appearance by @manishmalhotra05,” Parineeti wrote.
One photograph also showed Shivang with Parineeti and her husband, Raghav Chadha.
Shivang, Parineeti’s younger brother, is a doctor who previously lived and worked in London. She also has an older brother, Delhi-based entrepreneur Sahaj Chopra.
Disha Patani Mourns Deaths of Pets Bella and Jasmine
Mumbai — Actress Disha Patani mourned the deaths of her dog Bella and cat Jasmine in emotional social media posts, describing them as her first babies.
Patani shared photographs and videos of Bella, a cocker spaniel, from puppyhood and throughout their years together.
“My bella, thank you for making this life so colourful, thank you for choosing our home and choosing me as your mom. You taught me what love is. I saw an entire universe within your eyes. I miss you and i love you the most in the world. The most beautiful baby in the world, rest in peace, my soulmate I’m grateful to you beautiful bellu,” she wrote.
In a separate tribute, Patani called Jasmine her “princess forever” and recalled the comfort of her touch and purring.
“My jasmine, thank you for being the most loving baby ever, i’m grateful to be your mom, you’re my princess forever. Your paws touching my hands and you purring was the most beautiful feeling that i ever felt which can’t be described in words. I love you so much and i miss you my jasu. Rest in peace my baby you are forever loved and you’ll always live in my heart. My princess jasmine,” she wrote.
Patani did not disclose when or how the pets died. Friends from the film industry offered condolences in the comments. (Source: IANS)
