Deep Saxena writes on Bollywood, OTT, television, food and culture for the daily Entertainment & Lifestyle supplement, HT City.
Articles by Deep Saxena
Bulleya singer Amit Mishra: I don’t discriminate between film and indie songs
Amit Mishra has aced the art of balancing between playbacks and singles. His song in Chhota Bheem… got released and next in line Chandu Champion's title track
Published on Jun 01, 2024 06:28 PM IST
Doobara actor Rahul Bhat: It’s the best phase for me
Actor Rahul Bhat says his upcoming projects will reveal a new version of him. “Starting with my next film Kennedy, the audience will see Rahul 2.0,” he says.
Published on May 31, 2024 06:21 PM IST
Khuda Haafiz actor Aahana Kumra: Lucknow mere jigar ka tukda hai
The Accidental Prime Minister actor Aahana S Kumra soaks in the magic of her hometown by indulging in shopping and Laknavi food
Published on May 27, 2024 04:41 PM IST
Sidhant Kapoor’s tribute to Hollywood composer John Ashton Thomas
After his indie song Beparwah on Ruskin Bond, singer-composer Sidhant Kapoor is looking forward to the release of the international album Gateway to India
Published on May 26, 2024 10:07 AM IST
LSG fielding coach Jonty Rhodes: Health and fitness is not about Bollywood
The LSG fielding coach says for him, fitness is not about hitting the gym and having six-pack abs
Published on May 26, 2024 10:03 AM IST
Rang De Basanti actor Kunal Kapoor to shoot OTT series in Lucknow soon!
Rang De Basanti actor Kunal Kapoor will be shooting for his next web show in the state capital soon. The series will be directed by Jay Sheela Bansal, a UPite.
Published on May 26, 2024 10:00 AM IST
Tanaav director Sudhir Mishra: I am not content with any of my works
Filmmaker Sudhir Mishra made three OTT series Hostages, Tanaav and Jehanabad - Of Love & War. Now, he wishes to make a series of films in his signature style.
Updated on May 22, 2024 01:26 PM IST
Lok Sabha elections in Lucknow | Poll day mood: Voting zaroori hai!
The scorching heat did little to deter enthusiastic voters from turning up to exercise their franchise. Voters from all fields flocked to booths in Lucknow.
Published on May 21, 2024 12:50 PM IST
Article 370 actor Raj Arjun: I am in the best phase of my career
Last seen in Article 370 and Razakar – Silent Genocide of Hyderabad, actor Raj Arjun is enjoying the kind of roles and projects he is getting to do.
Published on May 19, 2024 01:05 AM IST
Aiyaary actor Pooja Chopra: Cancelled flight a blessing, Ayodhya darshan ho gaye
Grounded due to Mumbai storm on Monday, actor Pooja Chopra visits Shri Ram Temple, Ayodhya on Tuesday
Published on May 15, 2024 01:05 PM IST
Poet and actor Priya Malik: Understand maa ka pyaar more after becoming a mother
Poet, actor and author Priya Malik brought alive the nostalgia of ’90s and emotions of motherhood during the Chai aur Kavitayein session in Lucknow.
Published on May 13, 2024 11:41 PM IST
Ramayan actor Dipika Chikhlia Topiwala: Now, I am ready for OTT shows
Ramayan actor Dipika Chikhlia Topiwala is looking now forward to joining the OTT, something which she wanted to do for long but has been restraining herself.
Published on May 13, 2024 11:07 PM IST
Mother's Day Special: Crafting memories for mummy special in Lucknow
Quirky cakes and slogans, DIY gifts, workshops, restaurant discounts, beauty packages and a variety of options available in Lucknow
Published on May 12, 2024 05:20 PM IST
Nimki Muhkiya actor Bhumika Gurung: There is a flood of newcomers on TV
Nimki Muhkiya actor Bhumika Gurung is on a break from daily soaps. Last seen in Hara Sindoor, the actor says it’s time to take the OTT leap.
Published on May 11, 2024 06:25 PM IST
Ishq Subhan Allah writer Danish Javed: Hindi heartland suits for love stories
Having completed three decades in the industry, writer-director Danish Javed is looking forward to directing his second film, a love story.
Published on May 08, 2024 10:46 AM IST
IPL | Lucknow season wrap for LSG: Ki dil abhi bhara nahin...
With the Sunday match between LSG and KKR a done and dusted affair, curtains have fallen on home turf ties, even as the IPL inches towards its final phase
Published on May 07, 2024 05:53 PM IST
LSG fielding coach Jonty Rhodes on players being booed in the IPL: Accept it!
Lucknow Super Giants fielding coach Jonty Rhodes blames social media for overexposure of cricketers; says fans feel a ‘direct connect’
Published on May 06, 2024 09:39 AM IST
LSG fans’ farewell wish: Victory over KKR
The last match of the season, between Lucknow Super Giants and Kolkata Night Riders, in Lucknow is set to be a power-packed one.
Published on May 05, 2024 10:05 PM IST
Lok Sabha elections | Jao jaakar matdaan karo, Vineet Kumar Singh urges in ditty
Mukaabaaz and Rangbaaz 3 actor Vineet Kumar Singh has come up with a poem, Matdaan, urging people to cast their vote.
Published on May 04, 2024 11:31 AM IST
IPL | Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants: Blue set to rule LSG bastion
LSG or MI, it’s blue that’s set to rule the day — divided by teams but united by colour!
Updated on Apr 30, 2024 01:11 PM IST
International Dance Day | Taking Kathak to new heights
On International Dance Day today, we speak to three kathak experts Ruchi Khare, Kantika Mishra and Kantika Mishra on what the day means to them
Published on Apr 29, 2024 04:31 PM IST
Manav Kaul to budding writers: Write for yourself and enjoy the process
You can trust actor, writer, director and playwright Manav Kaul to win hearts with whatever he does.
Updated on Apr 29, 2024 01:27 PM IST
Indian Premier League | LSG vs RR: Nawabi brigade set to take on Royals
After the Dhoni fans turned Ekana stadium yellow last week, the blue jersey is set to make a comeback today in this battle of royals
Published on Apr 27, 2024 06:18 PM IST
Harish Shankar: After Mr Bachchan with Ravi Teja, wish to shoot Raid2 in Lucknow
DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham director Harish Shankar wraps shoot of Telugu version of Raid with actor Ravi Teja, Jagapathi Babu and Bhagyashri Bhorse in Lucknow
Published on Apr 26, 2024 06:43 PM IST
Mercury soars in Lucknow: Stay hydrated, cover-up!
It's 40-degree Celsius in Lucknow already, the Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for the coming day.
Updated on Apr 25, 2024 11:57 AM IST
Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa actor Sadiya Siddiqui: There’s very little work for female
Actor Sadiya Siddiqui says that she is open to work on OTT and is looking forward to it but wonders what’s stopping makers from casting her.
Updated on Apr 23, 2024 02:19 PM IST
Talat Aziz, Sadiya Siddiqui, Bhumika, Darsheel add glamour to film fest
The seven-day International Children’s Film Festival saw the presence of personalities from TV, film and music fraternities.
Published on Apr 23, 2024 02:04 PM IST
Dushyant Pratap Singh to shoot his next film Laal Ayodhya in Lucknow and Ayodhya
The Hundred Bucks and Zindagi Shatranj Hai filmmaker Dushyant Pratap Singh will be shooting his next film in his home state.
Published on Apr 21, 2024 01:12 AM IST
Ram Navami at Ayodhya | Fit for a king: Peetambar mein Ram aayenge
Meet, Manish Tripathi, the designer who made the Navami special vastra for Ayodhya’s Ram Lalla
Published on Apr 16, 2024 11:41 PM IST
World Heritage Day| Storyteller Maroof Umar’s love for heritage takes him places
Ahead of World Heritage Day, on April 18, we spoke to Umar Maroof ‘Culmen' (29) about his work in the field and love for heritage storytelling.
Updated on Apr 16, 2024 11:42 PM IST