Delhi-based Sugandha Rawal is a movie buff, and writes on Bollywood, Hollywood, Television, OTT and Music for the daily entertainment and lifestyle supplement, HT City.
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British pop icon Anne-Marie: Therapy has helped me cope with my anxiety in a big way
British pop star Anne Marie talks about coping up with anxiety, and how therapy has helped get a grip.
Updated on Apr 22, 2023 01:41 AM IST
Rani Mukherji on theatre vs OTT debate: Cinema experience can’t be compared to the boredom of watching it in your home
Actor Rani Mukherji talks about her belief in big screen world, and why it can’t be compared to the OTT world
Updated on Apr 18, 2023 11:56 PM IST
Chelsea Cutler: Still, there are disproportionate amount of men in music industry
American singer-songwriter Chelsea Cutler talks about the existing gender disparity in the music industry
Updated on Apr 18, 2023 11:24 PM IST
Ishwak Singh likes to stay connected to his theatre roots; calls the stage training ‘fodder’ for an artiste
Actor Ishwak Singh takes a break to reconnect with his theatre roots, stating that his journey on stage taught him discipline and helped him tackle different situations. He recently visited his Asmita Group in Delhi, where he received his first professional training in acting. Singh believes that being on stage is liberating and continues to look for opportunities to perform in front of a live audience. He also acknowledges the struggle traditional theatre faces in India due to a lack of auditoriums.
Updated on Apr 15, 2023 09:51 PM IST
Pakistani actor Sajal Aly: I really miss Sridevi ji and working in Bollywood films
Pakistani actor Sajal Aly talks about working with Sridevi on the film, Mom, and desire to work in India again
Updated on Apr 15, 2023 09:49 PM IST
Huma Qureshi: I’ll get married when the time is right for me not because everyone else in the industry is getting married
Actor Huma Qureshi says she is not in a hurry to get married and will wait for the right person. Qureshi also mentioned that she doesn't feel pressure to get married just because others in the industry are doing so. She recently took a break in Los Angeles and attended the LA Fashion Week, where she experimented with her fashion choices. Qureshi says she likes to keep certain aspects of her personal life private.
Updated on Apr 15, 2023 09:43 PM IST
Sandhya Mridul on dealing with social anxiety: I went through a phase when I had to drink to be okay, feel confident
Actor Sandhya Mridul has spoken out about her battle with social anxiety, revealing that she used to turn to alcohol for comfort at public gatherings. Mridul said she initially mistook her discomfort for a simple dislike of socialising. She also said that her anxiety had been taken for arrogance, as she had a "rigid body stance" that was often misconstrued. Mridul, who is now 47, also revealed that she had previously "drunk a lot" in order to feel confident, but had stopped after realising it was becoming a problem.
Updated on Apr 15, 2023 06:47 PM IST
Changing tunes: It’s time for music documentaries to get into the spotlight
With Indian documentary, The Elephant Whisperers, clinching an Oscar this year, industry insiders hope it will give a push to the genre, especially music documentaries
Updated on Apr 15, 2023 06:42 PM IST
Gullak director Palash Vaswani is not fretting about star culture entering the OTT space
Director Palash Vaswani believes that the democratic nature of OTT platforms means that content, rather than star power, is the key to success. He sees the medium as providing a platform for directors, actors, and writers to connect with a larger audience, and stresses the importance of empowering all departments involved in filmmaking to create exceptional content. Vaswani has directed a number of successful web series, including Gullak, and is currently working on another human drama.
Updated on Apr 15, 2023 06:30 PM IST
Paul Rudd: I don’t let public perception affect my personal life
Paul Rudd, known for his roles in Ant Man and Friends, says he tries to live his life in his own world and doesn't let his public persona define him. He identifies as a father over anything and feels his characters also feel the same.
Updated on Apr 15, 2023 06:20 PM IST
Aahana Kumra: I was out of work for two years because I don’t belong to any camps in Bollywood
Actor Aahana S Kumra has spoken out about the existence of Bollywood camps, claiming they have impacted her career. She said actors who hang out with a certain set of people get hired again and again, and that she was out of work for two years because she is not part of any of those circles. Kumra said she has never really been part of any of these camps in the film industry, and that she channelled her energy into creating content for herself during her lean phase.
Updated on Apr 13, 2023 12:30 PM IST
Vanshika keeps saying ‘Papa’s birthday has come but he is not here’: Satish Kaushik’s nephew Nishant on late actor’s birth anniversary
On Satish Kaushik’s first birth anniversary, we connect with his nephew and producer NIshant to talk about how the family is dealing with the loss
Updated on Apr 13, 2023 12:17 PM IST
Debina Bonnerjee: I want to stay at home with my kids because mom’s guilt is real
Debina Bonnerjee reveals why she is not in a hurry to resume work and instead take care of her two little daughters.
Updated on Apr 12, 2023 11:50 AM IST
Sharad Malhotra and Ripci Bhatia are giving their marriage another chance, confirm sources
There are reports that Sharad Malhotra and Ripci Bhatia’s marriage hit an obstacle due to their individualistic personalities
Updated on Apr 12, 2023 04:56 PM IST
Have Kartik Aaryan and Karan Johar finally decided to move past their feud? Sources say things could be positive
Actor Kartik Aaryan and filmmaker Karan Johar seemingly had a meeting in Mumbai on Sunday. We get you inside details about the secret meeting and what possibly could have been the agenda.
Updated on Apr 10, 2023 01:52 PM IST
TV vs IPL: Small screen braces for the big competition
With IPL season starting, we talk to the industry insiders from the small screen to find out how they are bracing for the competition
Updated on Apr 10, 2023 12:38 PM IST
Arjun Kanungo: After a songs becomes a hit, music labels tell us replicate it, which is insulting
Singer Arjun Kanungo feels establish singers should ditch the pressure to bow down to the demands of music market, and take more risks
Updated on Apr 10, 2023 12:29 PM IST
Gautam Rode and Pankhuri Awasthy expecting their first child: We are really excited to embrace this phase of our life
In their first joint interview after announcing their pregnancy, actors Gautam Rode and Pankhuri Awasthy express their excitement
Updated on Apr 10, 2023 12:25 PM IST
Siblings Day 2023 | Bhumi and Samiksha Pednekar: We are here to create legacy for Pednekar sisters
On Siblings Day, actor Bhumi Pednekar and her sister, lawyer Samiksha Pednekar talk about how they celebrate each other every day and people often mistaking them as twins.
Updated on Apr 10, 2023 12:17 PM IST
Exclusive: Raveena Tandon on getting Padma Shri: Unfortunately, my father was not there to see his dream get fulfilled
In an exclusive interview, actor Raveena Tandon talks about getting Padma Shri by President Droupadi Murmu in front of her whole family
Updated on Apr 06, 2023 03:41 PM IST
John Legend: It’s great that I can share my music with my kids
John Legend loves being a father and sharing his music with his kids, especially on the way to school. He also expresses his emotions through music and challenges himself with every song. Beyond music, he is passionate about pushing conversations that matter, focusing on American politics and investing in healthier and safer communities.
Updated on Apr 05, 2023 11:20 AM IST
Oye Oye star Sonam Rai: If actors from my era are playing leading roles, it’s good for them
Actor Sonam, who shot to fame with the 1989 film Tridev, talks about her desire to come back to the acting world.
Updated on Apr 04, 2023 01:31 AM IST
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Shekhar Kapur: Earlier, the idea of sexuality meant seducing the girl, but now you’d be caught in MeToo movement
Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur believes that the #MeToo movement has brought positive change to the world of cinema, eliminating the idea of seduction as a love language and emphasizing the importance of consent. Kapur feels that the movement has had a lasting impact on the industry, improving the treatment of women and making it a more welcoming place for child actors. He has always tried to portray strong female characters in his projects, such as Bandit Queen and Mr. India.
Updated on Apr 04, 2023 01:28 AM IST
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Sharad Malhotra wants to venture into the ‘unknown territory’ of OTT
Actor Sharad Malhotra, known for his work in television, is looking to enter the digital space. He sees the OTT platform as a place to experiment and try new things, and believes it offers actors more freedom and liberty. While he still loves television, he feels it is time to switch to another medium and explore the unfiltered content offered by the web world. Malhotra has already done a cameo on a web project and is looking forward to more meaty roles. He believes the stigma attached to TV actors is reducing and will soon disappear altogether.
Updated on Apr 04, 2023 01:16 AM IST
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Aaliya: Nawaz has been an absent father all his life, on what basis is he asking for our kids’ custody?
Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui seeks custody of his children from his estranged wife Aaliya in a settlement proposal, but Aaliya claims he had no part in raising them. She is willing to settle for anything and wants their well-being, saying the children's emotional upheaval is affecting their studies. The couple is getting divorced, and he may withdraw his defamation suit against her as part of the settlement. Aaliya accuses Nawazuddin of being an absent father who did not give his children fatherly love. She says he wants to take the children to Dubai, but they want to stay in India.
Updated on Apr 04, 2023 11:00 AM IST
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Parineeti Chopra, Raghav Chadha to have intimate engagement in first week of April
Actor Parineeti Chopra and politician Raghav Chadha will soon make their relationship official by an engagement ceremony
Updated on Apr 03, 2023 02:03 PM IST
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Nawazuddin to withdraw defamation suit; get divorce from estranged wife Aaliya
As Nawazuddin Siddiqui gets ready to settle and opt for divorce from Aaliya, we talk to Aaliya’s lawyer about the way forward
Published on Mar 30, 2023 12:25 AM IST
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Exclusive: Parineeti Chopra finds love in Raghav Chadha
Actor Parineeti Chopra and politician Raghav Chadha were seen out together in Mumbai twice, leading to dating rumours
Updated on Mar 24, 2023 07:30 PM IST
Erica Fernandes: Shifting to Dubai from India was not about moving out of my comfort zone
Actor Erica Fernandes talks about her decision to shift to Dubai from India, and how she is dealing with the change
Published on Mar 22, 2023 02:11 PM IST
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Sikandar Kher clears he is not chasing social causes through his movies
Actor Sikandar Kher says he look for entertainment factor while picking projects, not inclination towards any social cause
Published on Mar 21, 2023 05:04 PM IST
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