Deep Saxena writes on Bollywood, OTT, television, food and culture for the daily Entertainment & Lifestyle supplement, HT City.
Articles by Deep Saxena
Diwali special | Sanjeev Kapoor, Pankaj Bhadouria & Mohsin share flavour of love
To celebrate the festival of lights and make it tastier, we got chefs to divulge their Diwali special recipes for our readers.
Updated on Oct 31, 2024 01:00 PM IST
Bollywood singers Javed Ali, Kailash Kher, Aastha Gill share their Diwali faves
On Diwali today, artistes Javed Ali, Kailash Kher, Aastha Gill, Kanika Kapoor and Kavita Seth tell HT City how music adds a dash of cheer to their festivities
Updated on Oct 31, 2024 12:21 PM IST
Subedaar Anil Kapoor reports to Lucknow, will begin shoot on Diwali
Actor Anil Kapoor landed in Lucknow ahead of the shoot of his next film Subedaar. The Night Manager actor will shoot in Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra and Chambal.
Updated on Oct 31, 2024 09:27 AM IST
28 lakh diyas, aarti by 1100 vedacharyas, all you need to know about Deepotsav
On October 30, two world records will be made during the Deepotsav —28 lakh diyas and aarti by 1100 vedacharyas.
Published on Oct 29, 2024 02:09 PM IST
Lucknowites run for fitness! Lt Gen Mukesh Chadha, Anurag Kashyap flag off
Fitness freak Lucknowites joined Lucknow Run event held in the state capital on Sunday morning.
Published on Oct 27, 2024 06:47 PM IST
Diwali market lights up spirits in Lucknow!
With only a few days left before Diwali, customers in Lucknow are actively shopping to avoid the last-minute rush.
Published on Oct 26, 2024 06:35 PM IST
Maati Kala Utsav in Lucknow: Get your clay goodies for Diwali at this mela!
One of the most sought-after humble fairs in Lucknow, the Maati Kala Mela is back on the premises of Khadi Bhawan in Dalibagh locality.
Published on Oct 24, 2024 06:26 PM IST
Olympian Neeraj Chopra is game for a biopic, would love Randeep Hooda to him
Two-time Olympian Neeraj Chopra says he’d love his career to be captured on screen, but only after he has brought all the glory he can to India
Updated on Oct 21, 2024 10:00 AM IST
Karwa Chauth special|Classic red saree with gold zari work, is a timeless choice
Fashion designers suggest traditional Banarasi, evergreen reds and contemporary Anarkali to ace the regal look
Published on Oct 20, 2024 06:01 PM IST
Anurag Kashyap: After Bombay Velvet, I have stopped talking about my films
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap is currently shooting second part of his film, earlier titled Nishanchi, in Lucknow thesedays.
Published on Oct 20, 2024 05:24 PM IST
Piyush Mishra: I used to get affected with trolls but no more
Singer-actor-writer Piyush Mishra says, “Sometimes, main zyada bol jata hoon jissey takleef bhi hoti hai but I speak directly from my heart.”
Published on Oct 18, 2024 01:31 PM IST
Sculptures from Shail Utsav to beautify different locations of Lucknow!
An eight-day All India Contemporary Sculpture Camp titled Shail Utsav got underway at AKTU, Lucknow in which ten sculptors are preparing their artwork.
Published on Oct 18, 2024 11:27 AM IST
100 years of Kakori Train incident: Bringing the ‘Action’ on stage in Lucknow
To commemorate 100 years of Kakori Train incident, theatre enthusiasts have come up with play Kakori Action that will be staged in Lucknow on October 15.
Published on Oct 14, 2024 05:24 PM IST
Navratri special | Puja pandals in Lucknow ready to welcome Maa Durga
The puja pandals in Lucknow are all set to welcome Maa Durga starting Wednesday. Celebrations have already kicked off, and stunning pandals are being set up.
Published on Oct 08, 2024 03:35 PM IST
Kavita Kaushik on enacting Maa Durga: My spirituality has made me calmer
Actor Kavita Kaushik talks about making her directorial debut with a dance production dedicated to Maa Durga and her various forms
Published on Oct 07, 2024 09:29 AM IST
Star-studded Ayodhya Ki Ram Leela begins with Vindu Dara Singh and Avtar Gill
The sixth edition of Ayodhya Ke Ram Leela started at Shri Ram Auditorium on the banks of River Yamuna in Ayodhya on Thursday.
Published on Oct 04, 2024 03:34 PM IST
Navratri special | Chefs in Lucknow add modern twist for fasting delights
Traditionally, several dishes are prepared in our homes, but chefs and food lovers in Lucknow are innovating with ingredients to prepare delectable delights.
Published on Oct 02, 2024 02:29 PM IST
Onkar Nath Mishra: Aadi Shankaracharya’s next season to be shot in UP
Filmmaker Onkar Nath Mishra will be shooting the second season of his web show Aadi Shankaracharya in his home state.
Published on Sep 30, 2024 06:06 PM IST
Banwari Ki Amma director OP Srivastava: Releasing indie films is tough
Banker-turned-filmmaker OP Srivastava has two films — Banwari Ki Amma and Mangalachar: The Welcome Song — slated to be premiered in Lucknow today.
Updated on Sep 30, 2024 06:06 PM IST
National Book Fair: Perfect Sunday outing for book lovers in Lucknow
Rain and bad weather couldn’t dissuade book lovers to flock to the ongoing National Book Fair Lucknow underway at Balrampur Gardens. The fest will end on Oct 8.
Published on Sep 30, 2024 11:55 AM IST
Birthday girl Divya Dutta: Glad I am finally getting titular roles
Divya Dutta has taken a day off from her shoot schedule in Lucknow to spend time with her family and friends today, as she turns “sweet 16, once again”.
Published on Sep 25, 2024 09:57 AM IST
Gopal Datt on Zakir's show going off air: Shuru hone se pehle hi bandh ho gaya
The actor, who was enjoying his stint on comedian-actor Zakir Khan’s show Aapka Apna Zakir, is clueless about why it went off air in less than a month.
Published on Sep 25, 2024 09:55 AM IST
Ek Pyaar Ka Nagma writer Santosh Anand: Mere saamne banao, tab gaana doonga
Veteran lyricist Santosh Anand says composers have been approaching him for songs and a few things are in the pipeline too, but nothing has been finalised yet.
Published on Sep 24, 2024 02:31 PM IST
Bakeries, food joints in Lucknow gear up to make Daughter's Day special
As the city gears up to celebrate Daughters’ Day in style, we finds out what all is available to make the day for your princesses a bit more special.
Updated on Sep 22, 2024 09:47 AM IST
Amit Sial: Our film confused people, ‘Aree yeh toh yeh bhi kar sakta hai!’
Tikdam actor Amit Sial says, “Bahut ho gye intense and gali-galuj, ab thoda family-oriented, comedy roles that can reach larger audience is my priority.”
Published on Sep 20, 2024 12:52 PM IST
Vijay Varma: I’ve had stints with ensemble casts, now I want central roles
Vijay Varma feels that even though he’s had the opportunity to learn a lot from his co-actors (in IC814…), his time to headline projects has arrived.
Published on Sep 18, 2024 09:31 AM IST
Amateur singers in Lucknow rock RD Burman’s compositions
Music lovers from the state capital came together for a musical gala which was held as a tribute to legendary composer Rahul Dev Burman at Mahomed Bagh Club
Published on Sep 17, 2024 05:44 PM IST
Cricketer Deepti Sharma: Want to win T20 World Cup in the same year as men
Team India all-rounder Deepti Sharma says that the women's squad is all charged up and determined to win the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup
Published on Sep 17, 2024 10:02 AM IST
UP Premier League delivers surprise on the last ball!
The 21-day cricketing extravaganza Uttar Pradesh (UP) T20 League reached its crescendo during the finals held in Lucknow.
Updated on Sep 16, 2024 06:33 PM IST
Witness new avatars of Bollywood hits Zindagi Ka Safar, Phoolon Ke Rang Se
Classical songs and ghazals with improvised lyrics and fresh voices is the concept of the concert Dil Ki Kalam Se, which will be held in Lucknow on Sunday.
Published on Sep 14, 2024 06:44 PM IST