Sonam Kapoor invited for UK PM Rishi Sunak’s reception to mark UK-India week
Mumbai– Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor has been invited by UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak for his reception to celebrate UK-India week 2023.
The reception is hosted by the UK prime minister at his official residence and office in 10 Downing Street, and is a part of India Global Forum’s flagship event UK-India week, which is being held from June 26 to June 30 in London.
UK-India Week 2023 is the fifth iteration of IGF’s flagship event, a weeklong programme that seeks to honour and strengthen the longstanding partnership between these two countries by providing a platform to spotlight crucial topics, including politics, trade, business, sustainability, inclusion, and innovation.
Sonam will be attending the reception on June 28 to represent India and its cultural influence globally.
Ram Kapoor based ‘building blocks’ of his ‘Neeyat’ character on his father
Mumbai– Actor Ram Kapoor, who will be soon seen portraying eccentric billionaire Ashish Kapoor in the film ‘Neeyat’, has shared that he initially modelled the character on his own father.
Elaborating on the topic, he said, “When I first read the script, I saw that this was not going to be too difficult to get into, it was relatable to me, that was my initial thought. I based some of the character parts on my own father”.
He added, “My father was also a typical North Indian Punjabi man who could be very loud and opinionated, and he was also very well to do, very successful. There were similarities between him and my character, so I based the building blocks of the character on my father, whom I discussed with Anu as I thought that would help me make it more personal. Anu liked that and helped me build on it more, that’s how we developed it together”.
The actor further shared that he immediately fell in love with the project the moment he heard the script. He added, “It is a fantastic role and it is the kind of role that I knew I was well suited for. I could see myself playing Ashish Kapoor. Personality wise, certain characters are difficult to get into, and certain characters are easier, this one was the latter”.
A murder-mystery ‘Neeyat’ will focus on the murder of billionaire Ashish Kapoor at his own party, where his entire guest list is suspect. The murder will be investigated by detective Mira Rao played by Vidya Balan who must uncover the hidden motives and mysteries behind the murder.
‘Neeyat’ will release in theatres worldwide on July 7.
Big B didn’t count but ‘gave some money’ to a girl ‘wrapped in rough paper plastic’ selling roses
Mumbai– Megastar Amitabh Bachchan detailed his encounter with a girl ‘wrapped in rough paper plastic’ while selling roses. He said he did not count but gave some money to the ‘half drenched’ girl.
Amitabh took to his blog and shared: “… she stood there , a little one , half drenched in the heavy downpour a while before, a small bunch of red roses , worn out by rain and time , wrapped in rough paper plastic , moving from car window to car window at the traffic stop .. an expectation for the sale to feed herself and perhaps a few other small in her family .. on her soft weather worn face.”
The thespian then said that he called her after seeing her. “In a while as she got dis interested rebuttals from the cars ahead .. I was seeing her .. I beckoned her .. the Police cop car in security behind gave warning signals to her .. do not approach .. she backed off for a while .. then when she noticed I was calling her .. she expressed apprehension to both the Police and then the window on mine that I was lowering for her.”
The icon said that he did not ask how much the roses cost but just gave her the money. He added: “I looked at her sad but filled with a face that wondered for her what lay in store .. I did not ask what the roses cost .. just gave her some money .. did not see or count what it was .. was it really necessary to do so , NO .. she hesitatingly took the money .. handed the bouquet equally hesitant .. wondering whether I would negotiate .. I told her that’s it .. go.” “I have nothing more to say on this Blog but to express the face of that little one on getting a reward of feeding not just herself, but perhaps many more of her family .. for days perhaps .. The face of hunger being taken care of .. the face of fulfilment .. the face of , is this really happening to me .. the face of wanting to rush to the rest of the family to share her exuberance and joy.”
Ayushmann to perform in UK: ‘International tours give me opportunity to showcase my country to the world’
Mumbai– Actor-singer Ayushmann Khurrana has two back to back international tours lined up for which he will be heading to the US, Canada and also the UK to enthrall audiences with his music.
The actor says international tours give him the opportunity to showcase his country to the world.
Ayushmann said: I’m thrilled to be taking Indian music and Indian culture to the global audience. I’m a proud Indian and I love cinema. International tours give me the opportunity to showcase my country to the world and I always look forward to it.”
“Cinema is one of the biggest identity cards of India and I have seen how it brings joy to people and unifies people to have a shared community experience.”
He added: “I have two tours lined up this year. One that will see me travel to US & Canada with my band and second that takes me to the UK. The entertainer in me is screaming to take the stage and perform live in front of a sea of people in these two countries!” Ayushmann will perform in eight cities in the US including Dallas, San Jose, Seattle, Washington DC, New Jersey, Atlanta, Orlando, Chicago in the US, as well as Toronto, Canada in July and August. The actor, also a singer known for massive hits like ‘Paani Da Rang’, ‘Nazm Nazm’ and ‘Haareya’, will also do a two city UK tour in the month of September this year.
Kubbra on working with Jisshu Sengupta: He has this childlike fun ability
Mumbai– Actress Kubbra Sait has talked about working with acclaimed actors such as Jisshu Sengupta and Sheeba Chaddha in the upcoming Kajol-starrer ‘The Trial – Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha’.
Kubbra has shared her experience working with her co actors.
Talking about her experience working with Jisshu Sengupta, Kubbra said: “The cast of The Trial are a great bunch of people, really wonderful. My first day of shooting was this face off scene with Jisshu and he’s so stoic, quiet, settled and centered and literally as the camera rolls at me, he goes and sits behind the monitor, you can hear him giggle. He has this childlike fun ability, which was amazing to deal with.”
Talking about her experience working with Sheeba Chadda, she added, “Sheeba Chadda is an incredible actor. Every time I had a scene with her and I worked with her, I went Oh, my God, ‘aapke charan kaha hain.’ She’s such a good actor, also Sheeba and I follow each other on Instagram. So, we’re in touch every day, that’s something that we do, come what may.”
“Ally – very interesting choice to play Vishal because of his energy, what he brings to the table, which is so different from anybody else we’ve seen. He lives out of the country in general. So, when he’s here, he brings that suave and that panache that he effervescently carries with himself so that was great.” added Kubra on working with Ally Khan. ‘The Trial – Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha’ will be streaming on Disney+ Hotstar from July 14.
After ‘Ghungroo’, Hrithik and Vaani to ignite the stage in UK Tour ‘Stars On Fire’
Mumbai– Actors Hrithik Roshan and Vaani Kapoor, who set the screens on fire with their dance moves in the song ‘Ghungroo’ from ‘War’, will now ignite the stage in their UK Tour ‘Stars On Fire’.
The first-ever UK tour ‘Stars On Fire’ will take place in London and Leeds. It will take place on September 1 at OVO Arena, Wembley, London, and September 2 at First Direct Arena, Leeds.
Vaani said: “It’s a special moment and feeling to share the stage with Hrithik Roshan. He is immensely talented and I am elated at this opportunity to set the stage on fire alongside him. Hrithik is not only an exceptional performer but also an inspiration. I can’t wait to create unforgettable moments and give our fans an electrifying experience they will cherish forever.”
She added: “I’ve been blessed to have super-hit songs as part of my filmography be it Gulabi, Nashe Si Chad Gayi, or Ghungroo. Indian song and dance is celebrated worldwide and has a massive fandom.”
On the film front, Vaani is all set to captivate audiences as the leading lady in the upcoming film ‘Sarvagunn Sampanna’ by Maddock Films.
Furthermore, she will be headlining YRF Entertainment’s streaming series, ‘Mandala Murders’, a gritty crime thriller created and directed by the acclaimed Gopi Puthran, known for his work on ‘Mardaani 2’. (IANS)
