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Randeep Hooda becomes investor for health and wellness brand TeinPro, marks foray into entrepreneurship

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Actor Randeep Hooda has taken his first step into entrepreneurship by joining as an investor in TeinPro, an Indian health and nutrition brand focused on clean, everyday protein solutions. The move reflects Hooda’s long-standing interest in disciplined living and mindful health choices, rather than a conventional celebrity business association. Founded by Chinmay Barik, Raghav Gupta and Kshitij Shokeen, TeinPro positions itself as a wellness brand aimed at addressing everyday nutritional gaps, particularly protein deficiency in Indian diets. The company currently offers protein and energy bars designed for people with active routines, long workdays, or those seeking balanced nutrition without extreme fitness messaging. Speaking about his association with the venture, Hooda explained that his decision was rooted in personal alignment rather than commercial intent. “I’ve never been someone who believes in attaching my name to things casually. For me, any association off screen has to f...
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Meerra Chopraa comes out in support of AR Rahman: “‘Trolling him is disgraceful”

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Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman recently found himself at the centre of a heated controversy following comments he made about a decline in work opportunities from Hindi cinema over the past eight years. Speaking in an interview with BBC Asian Network, Rahman suggested that while multiple factors could be responsible, there may also be a “communal angle” involved, remarks that triggered sharp criticism from sections of the film industry and sparked a polarised public debate. Amid the backlash, Rahman has received support from several voices within the entertainment fraternity. The latest to publicly stand by the composer is actor-turned-producer Meerra Chopraa. Addressing the controversy, Meerra issued a strong statement in Rahman’s defence, calling out the trolling directed at the composer. She wrote, “Only two Indians have truly taken India to the global stage in a way the whole world recognises — Priyanka Chopra and AR Rahman. Trolling him for something he didn’t even mean is not...
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25 years of Zubeidaa EXCLUSIVE: Khalid Mohamed, writer and son of Zubeida Begum, shares, “Not many theatres wanted to risk showing a ‘woman-centric’ film”; also reveals the film’s sequel based on his slain half-brother Rao Raja Hukam Singh never found takers

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In the filmography of the late celebrated filmmaker Shyam Benegal, Mammo (1994), Sardari Begum (1996) and Zubeidaa (2001) stand out for they are a part of a trilogy on three Muslim women. The common factor among all three movies is that the titular character in each was inspired from three women related to veteran journalist Khalid Mohamed. While Mammo and Sardari Begum were inspired from his two grandaunts Mehmooda Begum and Bugam Akhtar, Zubeidaa was inspired from his mother Zubeida Begum, who was an actress. Mohamed served as a writer on all three films. Zubeidaa saw Karisma Kapoor essay the titular character while it also starred Manoj Bajpayee, Rekha, Rajit Kapur and Surekha Sikri. As the film completed 25 years today, Khalid Mohamed opened up about various aspects related to it in an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama . Even after 25 years, Zubeidaa continues to be appreciated. In all these years, what has been the most memorable reaction for this film that you...
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EXCLUSIVE: Zoya Afroz on cloud nine with response to Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web: “Trying to respond to every message from viewers”; opens up on romancing Emraan Hashmi: “There was NEVER a kiss written…restraint says more than consummation”

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The recently released web series, Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web, has been loved for its subject, treatment, humorous and dramatic moments and the casting. Zoya Afroz left a mark as Priya Khubchandani, the mole in the smuggler’s (Sharad Kelkar) core team. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama , Zoya spoke about the response to the Netflix web series and a lot more. How has been the response to Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web? The response has been reassuring in the best way. People are discussing the characters, not just the twists, which tells me the writing and performances have truly landed. I’ve also been receiving a lot of thoughtful messages from viewers who’ve reached out specifically about my performance, and I’ve been trying to respond to each one as personally as I can. That kind of engagement is deeply encouraging. How did you bag the role? Did the role in Sikandar Ka Muqaddar (2024) help you? I’ve often heard people say that if Neeraj Pandey sir believes in your...
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Amaal Mallik on completing 12 years as an influential music voice, “The best melodies are yet to come”

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Celebrated music composer and singer Amaal Mallik celebrates 12 remarkable years in the Indian entertainment industry, marking a journey defined by soulful melodies, chart-topping hits, and an unwavering commitment to artistic integrity. Since his debut in 2014 with compositions for Salman Khan’s Jai Ho , Amaal has established himself as one of Bollywood’s most dynamic music talents. Over the past decade plus, he has composed and produced music for widely loved films including Kabir Singh , Airlift , De De Pyaar De , and many more, earning both critical acclaim and fan adoration. Despite coming from a musically renowned family, Amaal’s rise wasn’t without its challenges. In candid conversations and reality television appearances, he’s openly discussed facing industry obstacles and perceptions of “reverse nepotism,” insisting that his success has been hard-earned and deeply personal. Over the years, Mallik’s career has extended beyond cinema — as a solo performer, collaborator, and ...
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Photos: Aamir Khan, Shilpa Shetty, Raashii Khanna and others snapped at Tips event and Ramesh Taurani’s birthday

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The post Photos: Aamir Khan, Shilpa Shetty, Raashii Khanna and others snapped at Tips event and Ramesh Taurani’s birthday appeared first on Bollywood Hungama . from Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/fw2yXEJ
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Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit, starring Prabhas and Triptii Dimri, to release on March 5, 2027

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Filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga has officially announced the theatrical release date of his much-anticipated project Spirit , starring Prabhas and Triptii Dimri. The film is slated to reach cinemas worldwide on March 5, 2027, bringing an end to months of speculation about its launch window. Vanga shared the news alongside a new poster on social media, confirming the release with a post by lead actor Prabhas, who wrote on his Instagram handle, “#Spirit is set for a World release on March 5, 2027 .”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Prabhas (@actorprabhas) The official first look was unveiled at midnight on New Year’s Day, generating a strong buzz online. The poster showcases a rugged, battle-scarred Prabhas alongside Triptii Dimri in an atmospheric frame, reinforcing the film’s intense and raw visual tone.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Prabhas (@actorprab...
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