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25 years of Asoka EXCLUSIVE: Shah Rukh Khan invited a common man for breakfast for an ENTIRE week during Jaipur schedule; treated his 17 employees like VIPs: “They were so charged up meeting him that our sales increased by 24%!”

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Rajesh Naik was in his early 40s when he got the opportunity of a lifetime – to have breakfast with superstar Shah Rukh Khan, not just for a day, but for an entire week! This extraordinary experience took place on the sets of Asoka (2001) in Jaipur, Rajasthan. As the period drama, co-starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, completed 25 years on October 26, Bollywood Hungama exclusively spoke to Rajesh Naik, now 66, about how a common man landed this enviable opportunity and came away with memories to cherish for a lifetime. Rajesh Naik began by saying, “I was deputed by the board of directors of Excel Industries Ltd to Jaipur, Rajasthan, to take over the operations. Initially, I was alone in Jaipur. My wife, Bhavna, and son, Hardik, had not joined me yet. Meanwhile, one of my close friends, the late Ravi Indulkar, was Shah Rukh Khan’s personal makeup man. We used to call him Ravi Dada. Shah Rukh also called him the same. Ravi Dada was aware that I had shifted from Mumbai to Jaipur. He called...
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Daler Mehndi controversy ends as Uttarakhand Minister Subodh Uniyal apologises; Mika Singh’s team reacts

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The controversy involving veteran singer Daler Mehndi and Uttarakhand Cabinet Minister Subodh Uniyal appears to have come to an end after the minister reportedly apologised to the singer over a telephone call. The development was confirmed in a statement issued by Mika Singh’s team, which welcomed the gesture and reiterated the importance of treating artists with dignity and respect. Reacting to the development, Mika Singh’s team released an official statement expressing hope that the matter could now be put behind them. The statement read, “We appreciate that Subodh Uniyal ji has apologised to Daler Mehndi paaji over a telephonic conversation regarding the unfortunate incident. Respecting artists and their dignity is extremely important. Daler paaji is a senior artist who has contributed immensely to the music industry, and every artist deserves to be treated with respect. We hope this matter can now be put behind us and everyone can move forward with mutual respect and underst...
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Bollywood Music Project 2026: Roop Kumar Rathod ROCKS the show; Palash Sen sings Marathi OG version of ‘Chikni Chameli; Anu Malik reminds attendees, “DON’T forget that I composed ‘Sandese Aate Hain’”

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The tenth edition of the Bollywood Music Project, organized by Eva Live, took place on October 24 at Mumbai’s Jio World Gardens and drew a massive crowd. The star-studded line-up included Neeraj Shridhar, Roop Kumar Rathod, Anu Malik, Euphoria, Hariharan, Shilpa Rao, Himesh Reshammiya and several others. Shilpa Rao was the second-last performer, while Himesh Reshammiya was the final artist to take the stage, and their performances were keenly awaited. However, the acts preceding them were equally entertaining and ensured that attendees had a memorable evening. Bollywood Hungama reached the venue just as Roop Kumar Rathod and his wife, fellow singer Sonali Rathod, took the stage. They instantly set the mood with a beautiful rendition of ‘Tere Liye’ from Veer-Zaara (2004). The original song was sung by Roop Kumar Rathod and the legendary Lata Mangeshkar. Sonali stepped into Lata’s gigantic shoes, and she managed to impress the audience with her rendition. #RoopKum...
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SHOCKING: Shilpa Rao’s mic switched off TWICE at Bollywood Music Project; HEARTBROKEN singer says, “Woh nahin gaane de rahe” as angry fans boo organizers (FIRST-HAND account)

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The tenth edition of the Bollywood Music Project took place on October 24 at Mumbai’s Jio World Gardens and drew a massive crowd. The star-studded line-up included Neeraj Shridhar, Roop Kumar Rathod, Anu Malik, Euphoria, Hariharan, Shilpa Rao, Himesh Reshammiya and several others. Shilpa Rao’s performance began on a rocking note, but in a shocking turn of events, her microphone was switched off and her performance was abruptly cut short, seemingly because the event was running behind schedule. What followed left the singer visibly upset and the audience furious. Bollywood Hungama was present at the concert and brings you a detailed account of how the incident unfolded. Bollywood Music Project featured two stages – the main stage and a smaller second stage, positioned to its left. The arrangement was simple: an artist or group would perform on the main stage, following which the performers on the second stage would take over. Once their act concluded, the next artist would appear on ...
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Kriti Sanon opens up on her next solo lead with Maddock Films: “I’m doing a film that is on my shoulders”

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With more opportunities emerging for female-led films, conversations around gender parity, pay disparity and the commercial potential of women-centric stories continue to be a part of the entertainment industry. Actress Kriti Sanon recently shared her views on the changing landscape, highlighting the role of audiences in encouraging filmmakers to invest in stories led by women. Kriti, who is reportedly set to headline a large-scale horror film backed by Maddock Films, also spoke about the difference in remuneration between male and female actors. While she acknowledged the growing number of substantial roles being written for women, she noted that pay parity remains an area that needs attention. Talking about the rise of female-driven projects, the actress said, “With OTT and so many other platforms coming in, and also a lot of writers writing meaty parts for women, which is amazing, because now it’s not just about male-driven films. There are many female-driven films that are ...
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Photos: Khushi Kapoor snapped outside a restaurant in Bandra

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IMA seeks review of Sunny Deol starrer Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak; raises concerns over portrayal of doctors and hospital violence

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The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has raised objections to the promotional content of Sunny Deol’s upcoming crime drama Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak , expressing concern over its portrayal of the medical profession. In a formal communication, the association questioned whether the film’s depiction of alleged corruption and violence against healthcare workers could contribute to negative perceptions of doctors and hospital personnel. The IMA has outlined four key areas of concern, including the generalisation of alleged misconduct across the medical fraternity, the depiction of physical assaults on healthcare workers, the safety of medical personnel and the potential impact on doctor-patient trust. In its letter, the association cautioned against portraying individual instances of wrongdoing in a manner that could reflect on the wider medical community. It stated, “The portrayal risks creating the impression that corruption, unethical practices, and alleged corruption in medica...
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