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Samarth Goyal

Samarth Goyal writes on Hollywood and music, for the daily Entertainment and Lifestyle supplement, HT City.

Articles by Samarth Goyal

Not getting typecast is sort of my my trip: Raman Negi

Raman Negi talks about evolving constantly, blending genres in his album, Chaltey Purzay, and his excitement to perform at bigger arenas including Lollapalooza

Raman Negi has released his second album Chaltey Purzay last month

Cinema

Published on Oct 11, 2024 12:29 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Extreme’s Nuno Bettencourt gears up for India act; says ‘we’re at our peak’

Ahead of their debut in India, Extreme's Nuno Bettencourt expresses excitement to connect with Indian fans at a time he believes is peak of their live career

Extreme will perform for the first time in India in November.

Cinema

Published on Oct 05, 2024 12:50 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

‘No one can argue against Chhetri’s achievements; it’s history'

Former Manchester City footballer Shaun Wright-Phillips talks about Sunil Chhetri's monumental achievement that puts him in the same bracket as Messi & Ronaldo

Former Manchester City footballer was in Delhi as a part of the club's trophy parade tour. (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)

HTCity

Published on Sep 30, 2024 04:30 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Avenged Sevenfold's Matt Shadows excited to perform in India

Matt Shadows, frontman of the popular American heavy metal band, Avenged Sevenfold, talks about the band's excitement ahead of their first ever concert in India

American heavy metal giants Avenged Sevenfold will perform in India for the first time as a part of the Bandland music festival.

Cinema

Published on Sep 30, 2024 04:16 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Bhuvan Bam hopes Taaza Khabar 2 helps him 'transition smoothly into Bollywood’

With Taaza Khabar 2, Bhuvan Bam aims to blend digital and cinematic storytelling, hoping it serves as a stepping stone into Bollywood.

Bhuvan Bam can be seen in the recently released second season of Taaza Khabar

Cinema

Published on Sep 30, 2024 03:39 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Tania Sachdev hopes double gold in Chess Olympiad ‘changes things for chess’

Tania Sachdev reflects on India's historic double gold at the Chess Olympiad, comparing it to the 1983 Cricket World Cup and its impact on Indian chess.

Tania Sachdev reflects on winning the double gold at the recently concluded Chess Olympiad.

HTCity

Published on Sep 30, 2024 03:28 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Acting will help me become more inspired even as a musician: Lisa Mishra

Singer-songwriter Lisa Mishra talks about expanding her artistry by venturing into acting, seeing it as creative growth that complements and inspires her music.

Singer Lisa Mishra recently made her debut as an actor

Cinema

Published on Sep 26, 2024 04:13 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Pheras to remember ft Ankit Batra

Delhi singer Ankit Batra talks about enhancing wedding pheras with live music, making ceremonies more engaging, as seen at Parineeti Chopra's 2023 wedding.

Ankit Batra has been singing live at the wedding pheras for over a decade.

Cinema

Published on Sep 19, 2024 05:54 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Paralympics 2024: Silver medalist Yogesh Kathuniya wants to win Gold medal now!

Yogesh Kathuniya, who won the silver medal at the recently concluded Paralympics talks about his hunger for winning the Gold medal at the next Paralympics!

Yogesh Kathuniya won the Silver medal in the Men's discus throw F56 at the Paris Paralympics

HTCity

Published on Sep 13, 2024 09:24 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

‘They’re used to it': Sarabjot Singh on parents' reaction after winning bronze

Shooter Sarabjot Singh talks about his parents' reaction after he won the bronze medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 and after he rejected a job offer in Haryana.

Sarabjot Singh won the bronze medal at the Paris Olympics 2024.

HTCity

Published on Sep 02, 2024 01:14 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Indian Rock acts excited to share stage with Avenged Sevenfold and Extreme

Rock acts from India are excited about the prospect of sharing the stage with American rock icons Avenged Sevenfold and Extreme at Bandland music fest

Indian rock bands are excited at the prospect of sharing stage with Avenged Sevenfold and Extreme at Bandland music festival in Bengaluru

Cinema

Published on Aug 31, 2024 12:28 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Raula Raula singer Romy doesnt want to get stereotyped

Playback singer Karan Yadav aKa Romy talks about his growing popularity after singing htis such as Raula Raula and Khali Khali Sa Hai

Singer Romy's recent song, Raula Raula from Bad Newz has crossed over 5 million hits on YouTube.

Cinema

Published on Aug 31, 2024 12:25 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Olympic winners Manu Bhaker, Swapnil Kusale & Sarabjot Singh felicitated by NRAI

National Rifle Association of India awarded cash prizes to Paris Olympic winners Manu Bhaker, Sarabjot Singh and Swapnil Kusale

Olympic medal winners Manu Bhaker, Swapnil Kusale and Sarabjot Singh were felicitated by the National Rifle Association of India

HTCity

Published on Aug 31, 2024 12:16 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Shooter Manu Bhaker on meeting Sachin Tendulkar: Have grown up watching him

Olympics medal winner Manu Bhaker relished meeting Sachin Tendulkar and celebrated Avani Lekhra’s gold medal win at the Paris Paralympics, calling it inspiring.

Manu Bhaker met Sachin Tendulkar on Thursday(Instagram)

HTCity

Published on Aug 31, 2024 12:15 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh's 2028 Olympic promise on National Sports Day

On National Sports Day, Harmanpreet Singh talks about bronze medal win at the Paris Olympics and promises to change the colour of the medal at the next Olympics

Harmanpreet Singh led the Indian mens hockey team to a bronze medal finish at the Paris Olympics 2024.

HTCity

Updated on Aug 29, 2024 11:42 AM IST

BySamarth Goyal

TMKOC star Dilip Joshi pulls a Jethalal on Olympic winner Aman Sehrawat

Olympian Aman Sehrawat, who recently revealed he is a fan of TV show Taarak Mehta Ka Oolta Chashmah, met Dilip Joshi and received Jalebi-Fafda to celebrate win.

Wrestler Aman Sehrawat met Taarak Mehta Ka Oolta Chashmah star Dilip Joshi

HTCity

Updated on Aug 22, 2024 01:24 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Manthan Somvanshi hopes to merge pop sensibilities and personal growth

Delhi based singer-songwriter Manthan Somvanshi talks about his debut track, Rencontre, and hopes his music can help listeners deal with their vulnerabilities.

Manthan Somvanshi released his debut track, Rencontre recently.

Cinema

Published on Aug 14, 2024 04:32 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Love in Paris: All the marriage proposals at the Olympics 2024 so far

At the Paris Olympics, romance blossomed, with athletes surprising their partners with heartfelt proposals amid their sporting achievements; City of Love indeed

The Paris Olympics will be remembered not only for its remarkable athletic performances but also for the numerous marriage proposals that took place.

HTCity

Published on Aug 09, 2024 03:43 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

A fitting finale: Mohanlal and Mammootty praise Sreejesh after bronze medal win

Veteran Malayalam actors Mammootty and Mohanlal celebrate the men's hockey team's historic victory; congratulate PR Sreejesh who announced his retirement

Popular Malayalam actors Mohanlal and Mammootty congratulated PR Sreejesh on a stellar career

HTCity

Published on Aug 09, 2024 03:41 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal and others laud Neeraj Chopra for his silver medal win

Bollywood stars celebrate Neeraj Chopra's historic silver medal at the Paris Olympics 2024, flooding social media with praise for the Indian javelin star

Neeraj Chopra became the third Indian to win individual medals at two different olympics.

HTCity

Published on Aug 09, 2024 01:38 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Meet Sunil Taneja, commentator who dubbed Harmanpreet Singh as Sarpanch Sahab

The nickname Sarpanch Sahab for Harmanpreet Singh, coined by Sunil Taneja, becomes iconic after PM Modi's recognition. Taneja tells more

Hindi commentator Sunil Taneja gave Harmanpreet Singh the moniker of sarpanch sahab

HTCity

Published on Aug 09, 2024 12:24 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

After Vinesh Phogat's disqualification, all eyes on Neeraj Chopra for gold!

After Indian hockey team's loss in semifinals and Vinesh Phogat's disqualification, netizens have pinned their hope on Neeraj Chopra for gold medal

Neeraj Chopra qualified for the final round in his very first attempt at the Paris Olympics

HTCity

Published on Aug 07, 2024 04:12 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Heartbreaking! Bollywood celebs react on Vinesh Phogat's disqualification

Actors Alia Bhatt, Farhan Akhtar, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Taapsee Pannu expressed disappointment after Vinesh Phogat's disqualification in Paris Olympics

Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the Paris Olympics(PTI)

HTCity

Published on Aug 07, 2024 04:01 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Commentator Sunil Taneja opens up about going viral after India's victory

Men's Hockey Quarterfinal: Veteran commentator Sunil Taneja reflects on his viral commentary during India vs Great Britain match on Sunday

Sunil Taneja's commentary during the India-Great Britain clash has gone viral

HTCity

Published on Aug 06, 2024 01:31 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Turkish shooter's silver medal and unmatched swag turns heads at Paris Olympics

A T-shirt, shorts and prescription glasses is all it took the Turkish air pistol shooter Yusuf Dikeç to show up and bag a silver at the ongoing Paris Olympics

HTCity

Published on Aug 01, 2024 04:49 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

10 things you need to know about Olympic winner Swapnil Kusale

Swapnil Kusale’s journey from a small village to the global stage is a testament to his unwavering dedication, hard work, and the support of his family.

Swapnil Kusale won the Bronze medal in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions Men's category

HTCity

Published on Aug 01, 2024 03:52 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Deadpool & Wolverine: A meta-marvelous bromantic gag riot

Just when you thought the superhero genre couldn't get any more absurd, Deadpool & Wolverine smashes through the ceiling with its wild antics.

Deadpool & Wolverine stars Ryan Reynolds as Wade Wilson and Hugh Jackman as Logan.

Cinema

Updated on Jul 26, 2024 04:44 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Anthony Ramos and Daisy Edgar-Jones ‘grateful’ to be in Twisters

Twisters actors Anthony Ramos and Daisy Edgar-Jones open up about the pressure of rebooting a cult classic and their trust in director Lee Isaac Chung's vision.

Actors Daisy Edgar-Jones and Anthony Ramos in a still from the movie Twisters

Cinema

Published on Jul 26, 2024 04:36 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Glen Powell: I imagine myself as audience before saying yes to a role

Anyone But You actor Glen Powell talks about his process of greenlighting a script or role

Glen Powell can be seen in the recently released film, Twisters

Cinema

Published on Jul 22, 2024 12:20 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

I realised the impact of original music only after creating it: Zaeden

Singer-songwriter Zaeden aKa Sahil Sharma talks about his upcoming album and his pursuit to create music that's relatable

Sahil Sharma aka Zaeden is aboout to release his second album

HTCity

Published on Jul 16, 2024 06:18 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

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Samarth Goyal

Samarth Goyal writes on Hollywood and music, for the daily Entertainment and Lifestyle supplement, HT City.

Raman Negi talks about evolving constantly, blending genres in his album, Chaltey Purzay, and his excitement to perform at bigger arenas including Lollapalooza

Ahead of their debut in India, Extreme's Nuno Bettencourt expresses excitement to connect with Indian fans at a time he believes is peak of their live career

Former Manchester City footballer Shaun Wright-Phillips talks about Sunil Chhetri's monumental achievement that puts him in the same bracket as Messi & Ronaldo

Matt Shadows, frontman of the popular American heavy metal band, Avenged Sevenfold, talks about the band's excitement ahead of their first ever concert in India

With Taaza Khabar 2, Bhuvan Bam aims to blend digital and cinematic storytelling, hoping it serves as a stepping stone into Bollywood.

Tania Sachdev reflects on India's historic double gold at the Chess Olympiad, comparing it to the 1983 Cricket World Cup and its impact on Indian chess.

Singer-songwriter Lisa Mishra talks about expanding her artistry by venturing into acting, seeing it as creative growth that complements and inspires her music.

Delhi singer Ankit Batra talks about enhancing wedding pheras with live music, making ceremonies more engaging, as seen at Parineeti Chopra's 2023 wedding.

Yogesh Kathuniya, who won the silver medal at the recently concluded Paralympics talks about his hunger for winning the Gold medal at the next Paralympics!

Shooter Sarabjot Singh talks about his parents' reaction after he won the bronze medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 and after he rejected a job offer in Haryana.

Rock acts from India are excited about the prospect of sharing the stage with American rock icons Avenged Sevenfold and Extreme at Bandland music fest

Playback singer Karan Yadav aKa Romy talks about his growing popularity after singing htis such as Raula Raula and Khali Khali Sa Hai

National Rifle Association of India awarded cash prizes to Paris Olympic winners Manu Bhaker, Sarabjot Singh and Swapnil Kusale

Olympics medal winner Manu Bhaker relished meeting Sachin Tendulkar and celebrated Avani Lekhra’s gold medal win at the Paris Paralympics, calling it inspiring.

On National Sports Day, Harmanpreet Singh talks about bronze medal win at the Paris Olympics and promises to change the colour of the medal at the next Olympics

Olympian Aman Sehrawat, who recently revealed he is a fan of TV show Taarak Mehta Ka Oolta Chashmah, met Dilip Joshi and received Jalebi-Fafda to celebrate win.

Delhi based singer-songwriter Manthan Somvanshi talks about his debut track, Rencontre, and hopes his music can help listeners deal with their vulnerabilities.

At the Paris Olympics, romance blossomed, with athletes surprising their partners with heartfelt proposals amid their sporting achievements; City of Love indeed

Veteran Malayalam actors Mammootty and Mohanlal celebrate the men's hockey team's historic victory; congratulate PR Sreejesh who announced his retirement

Bollywood stars celebrate Neeraj Chopra's historic silver medal at the Paris Olympics 2024, flooding social media with praise for the Indian javelin star

The nickname Sarpanch Sahab for Harmanpreet Singh, coined by Sunil Taneja, becomes iconic after PM Modi's recognition. Taneja tells more

After Indian hockey team's loss in semifinals and Vinesh Phogat's disqualification, netizens have pinned their hope on Neeraj Chopra for gold medal

Actors Alia Bhatt, Farhan Akhtar, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Taapsee Pannu expressed disappointment after Vinesh Phogat's disqualification in Paris Olympics

Men's Hockey Quarterfinal: Veteran commentator Sunil Taneja reflects on his viral commentary during India vs Great Britain match on Sunday

A T-shirt, shorts and prescription glasses is all it took the Turkish air pistol shooter Yusuf Dikeç to show up and bag a silver at the ongoing Paris Olympics

Swapnil Kusale’s journey from a small village to the global stage is a testament to his unwavering dedication, hard work, and the support of his family.

Just when you thought the superhero genre couldn't get any more absurd, Deadpool & Wolverine smashes through the ceiling with its wild antics.

Twisters actors Anthony Ramos and Daisy Edgar-Jones open up about the pressure of rebooting a cult classic and their trust in director Lee Isaac Chung's vision.

Anyone But You actor Glen Powell talks about his process of greenlighting a script or role

Singer-songwriter Zaeden aKa Sahil Sharma talks about his upcoming album and his pursuit to create music that's relatable

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