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.
Articles by Sugandha Rawal
Ileana D’Cruz: Losing a member of my family amid pandemic hit me very hard
Actor Ileana D’Cruz says she likes to spend time with her family, but is also hungry to get back to work and get back on set.
Published on Apr 27, 2021 11:52 PM IST
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Ananya Panday: Once all the safety precautions are taken care of, everyone is raring to start working again
Actor Ananya Panday feels the digital boom due to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis has worked in favour of the storytellers as well as actors.
Published on Apr 25, 2021 08:16 PM IST
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Amit Sadh: I’m upset with how rich people are behaving on social media as if Covid has not affected us
Actor Amit Sadh says he was disgusted with people showing their privileged life on social media, and that is the reason why he decided to go offline and take a break.
Published on Apr 23, 2021 02:12 PM IST
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Radhika Apte: The pandemic has made me realise that this industry is not be-all and end-all
Actor Radhika Apte feels OTT platforms have wiped off the lines of parities between the big and small films, and is hoping that they maintain the quality going forward.
Published on Apr 22, 2021 01:51 PM IST
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Covid-19 second wave: Daily wage workers face the brunt again, cry out for help
The resurgence of the coronavirus crisis in the country has put thousands of daily wage workers of the entertainment world out of job. We talk to some of them to understand how they are pulling through these trying times.
Updated on Apr 21, 2021 03:35 PM IST
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Nagarjuna on his Bollywood comeback with Brahmastra: I was never craving for acceptance in Hindi film industry
South superstar Nagarjuna Akkineni, who is set to make a comeback in Bollywood after 17 years with Brahmastra, says he doesn’t know what role did working in Bollywood play in his over three-decade long career.
Published on Apr 21, 2021 03:23 PM IST
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Akansha Ranjan Kapoor on shoots getting stalled: My big fear is that my projects might get scrapped
Actor Akansha Ranjan Kapoor says the ongoing wave of Covid-19 crisis is very bad, and that is making her anxious about her pending work.
Published on Apr 20, 2021 05:54 PM IST
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Ayub Khan: If things don’t get better, I will have to start asking for help
Actor Ayub Khan feels the coronavirus crisis brings along huge financial strain, something which he is also struggling with.
Published on Apr 19, 2021 04:57 PM IST
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Adarsh Gourav on 15-day Janta Curfew: Don’t know if I will be as productive as I was during the lockdown last year
Actor Adarsh Gourav says it is disappointing that the shoots have come to halt once again because of the Covid-19 crisis, and is hoping that people learn from their mistakes this time.
Published on Apr 16, 2021 07:44 PM IST
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Gayathiri: Now, I don’t even have guts to go to Dubai and shoot until the Covid crisis completely goes off
Actor Gayathiri reveals that at least four of her projects have been hampered by the intensifying Covid-19 crisis, adding that, this time, she is prepared for the worst.
Published on Apr 16, 2021 07:41 PM IST
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Covid-19 crisis: No shoots, no reruns turn out to be a big worry for small screen?
With shooting coming to a halt, the television industry is exploring all options to avoid reruns. We talk to industry insiders to get an insight into the plan of action.
Published on Apr 16, 2021 01:47 PM IST
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Arjun Kanungo plans to wait for 2022 for his grand wedding with on his marriage plans with Carla Dennis
Singer Arjun Kanungo says he is planning to get married in early 2022, hoping that things will be better by then.
Published on Apr 15, 2021 11:26 PM IST
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Birthday girl Lara Dutta: As I get older, I have realised that it is important to celebrate life and yourself
As she turns 43, actor Lara Dutta confesses that she is on a journey of embracing her rough edges, and she is finding solace in it.
Updated on Apr 15, 2021 11:17 PM IST
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Huma Qureshi: I realised seeing my picture everyday in the paper is not good for my mental health
Actor Huma Qureshi says she has realised the importance of being kinder to oneself, and the value of not indulging in negative self talk
Published on Apr 14, 2021 06:30 PM IST
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Reena Kapoor on Covid second wave: My building got sealed as soon as I moved out
Actor Reena Kapoor doesn’t know how the Covid-19 crisis will unfold in the time to come, and says people have now become fearless.
Updated on Apr 14, 2021 11:57 AM IST
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Jonty Rhodes: My bond with India has led to spiritual awakening
South Africa’s legendary player and ace fielder Jonty Rhodes fell in love with India because of its diversity, and admits the whiff of its delicacies sealed it forever.
Updated on Apr 13, 2021 01:23 PM IST
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Jonita Gandhi: Pandemic opened people’s minds to remote working
Singer Jonita Gandhi says the virtual way of working due to the pandemic since last year, opened more doors for her.
Published on Apr 13, 2021 12:16 AM IST
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Daler Mehndi: I will definitely not miss big Baisakhi celebrations this year
Celebrating Baisakhi at Vaishno Devi shrine this year, singer Daler Mehndi feels people should not forget the safety protocols in the Covid-19 era while celebrating festivals, and urges everyone to celebrate Baisakhi at home.
Published on Apr 12, 2021 11:55 PM IST
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Loev vs His Storyy plagiarism row: Sudhanshu Saria rues, ‘It made me feel invisible, insignificant, powerless’
After Sudhanshu Saria pointed out similarities between the poster of Ekta Kapoor’s web series, His Storyy and his 2015 film Loev, the production house as well as the lead cast of the upcoming show apologised for the oversight and took off the posters from all platforms.
Updated on Apr 12, 2021 02:47 PM IST
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Rannvijay on having a baby during Covid-19 crisis: The tough part is to stay apart
As the country faces another wave of the Covid-19 crisis, actor Rannvijay Singha is staying here in India away from his wife Prianka, who is expecting her second child
Published on Apr 11, 2021 11:27 PM IST
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Kumar Sanu: Even if Saajan Chale Sasural songs are recreated, it won’t affect the legacy of the film’s music
As Saajan Chale Sasural completes 25 years of its release, singer Kumar Sanu revisits the making of its music, saying that he recorded all the songs for the film late at night
Published on Apr 11, 2021 01:11 PM IST
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Kanchi Singh on battle with Covid-19: I didn’t wear mask when on set, will be more cautious now
Actor Kanchi Singh is on her path to recovery from Covid-19, and says she plans to head straight to work as soon as she gets green signal from her doctors.
Published on Apr 10, 2021 11:07 PM IST
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Night curfews, weekend lockdown lead to shooting crisis in Bollywood
To shoot or to not to shoot is the question that filmmakers and producers are facing amid the resurgence of COVID-19 crisis. And we talk to industry insiders to understand how they are planning to move forward.
Published on Apr 10, 2021 01:12 PM IST
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Arjun Mathur: Not just me, many other actors have got a moment to shine now with the OTT boom
Actor Arjun Mathur feels the rise of web platforms helped many lesser-known artistes showcase their talent and gain fame
Updated on Apr 10, 2021 03:20 PM IST
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Shikha Talsania: I always miss Delhi food in Mumbai
Actor Shikha Talsania says she loves to shoot in Delhi, confessing her fondness for the whole shopping scene of the national capital
Published on Apr 09, 2021 09:24 PM IST
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Aly Goni on his relationship with Jasmin Bhasin: We’ve just started staying together, we’ll get married when we think we are ready
Actor Aly Goni feels Jasmin Bhasin will always be his best friend before being his girlfriend, adding that knowing her from before worked in the favour of their relationship
Updated on Apr 09, 2021 11:13 PM IST
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Allu Sirish on being compared to brother Allu Arjun: The key is to find a niche
Telugu actor Allu Sirish admits that comparisons do happen, but the only way out is for him to find his own formula.
Published on Apr 08, 2021 04:01 PM IST
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Jisshu Sengupta: Today with OTT, it is no more about star power
Actor Jisshu Sengupta says the emergence of OTT platforms have blurred the lines between regional industries
Published on Apr 07, 2021 09:20 PM IST
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Pulkit Samrat: If I am sitting at home in the lockdown despite giving a hit, what’s the point
Actor Pulkit Samrat says he feels blessed that there is work at hand, and that is something he never wants to take granted
Published on Apr 07, 2021 09:12 PM IST
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Pankaj Tripathi: My success and failure is not my personal anymore, it inspires others
After spending over 17 years in the industry, actor Pankaj Tripathi says all the ups and downs of his journey were worth it.
Published on Apr 05, 2021 08:04 PM IST
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