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16 Sep 2023
Shah Rukh Khan#NewsBytesExclsuive: SRK's 'Jawan' daughter didn't know he was 'King Khan'
Child actor Seeza Saroj Mehta took her baby steps in Bollywood after being cast as Shah Rukh Khan's daughter in Jawan.
14 Sep 2023
Jawan#NewsBytesExclusive: Was offered 'Pathaan' before 'Jawan,' says Sangay Tsheltrim
Before making his acting debut with Salman Khan's Radhe, Bhutanese actor Sangay Tsheltrim was a Bhutanese army officer.
30 Aug 2023
Scam 1992#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Scam 2003' is 70% real, says Gagan Dev Riar
Seasoned theater actor, Gagan Dev Riar, who has been a part of titles such as A Suitable Boy and Sonchiriya, is set to lead Hansal Mehta's upcoming series Scam 2003: The Telgi Story.
26 Aug 2023
Bigg Boss#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Bigg Boss' fame Puneesh Sharma reveals showbiz's 'dark side'
Puneesh Sharma rose to fame after featuring in season 11 of Bigg Boss (2017-18).
26 Aug 2023
Scam 1992#NewsBytesExclsuive: Sana Shaikh on how she prepped for 'Scam 2003'
Actor Sana Amin Sheikh is set to make her OTT debut with Hansal Mehta's upcoming series Scam 2003: The Telgi Story.
12 Aug 2023
Tamil Cinema#NewsBytesExclusive: Actor Ashok Selvan on 'Por Thozhil', content, BO numbers
Tamil actor Ashok Selvan delivered his career's biggest blockbuster with Por Thozhil (2023), co-starring actor-politician R Sarath Kumar.
10 Aug 2023
Tamil Cinema#NewsBytesExclusive: Would quit either films/politics eventually, says Sarath Kumar
Veteran Tamil actor Sarath Kumar needs no introduction. Having done over 100 films, that too across languages, Kumar is also an actor-turned-politician. After joining politics, he started his political party, All India Samathuva Makkal Katchi in August 2007.
09 Aug 2023
Tamil Cinema#NewsBytesExclusive: Sarath Kumar talks about 'Por Thozhil's success, its sequel
Actor-turned-politician R Sarath Kumar is riding high on the success of his last release Por Thozhil, co-starring Ashok Selvan. The film, which has done wonders at the box office, is set to release on SonyLIV on Friday.
01 Aug 2023
Baahubali#NewsBytesExclusive: 'India is still conservative, OTT must self-regulate,' says Nassar
A multi-faceted star, Nassar has acted in more than 600 films across several languages including Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi. The 65-year-old actor is gearing up for the release of SonyLIV's series The Jengaburu Curse.
01 Aug 2023
Bengali Cinema#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Fatafati' actor Abir Chatterjee talks about male body shaming
Actor Abir Chatterjee is a popular name in Bengali cinema, best known for playing Detective Byomkesh Bakshi in over half-a-dozen films. In Hindi, he's popular for essaying Captain Pradeep Bhattacharya in Avrodh 2.
28 Jul 2023
Bollywood#NewsBytesExclusive: Iqbal Khan hopes for 'Kaisa Ye Pyar Hai' sequel
He started his acting career with Fun2shh...Dudes in the 10th Century but became every girl's heartthrob after playing Angad Khanna in Kaisa Ye Pyar Hai.
28 Jul 2023
Bengali Cinema#NewsBytesExclusive: Dev bankrolls film on Draupadi starring Rukmini Maitra
Dev Entertainment Ventures backed by superstar Dev of Bengali cinema is getting bigger and bigger. The production house is pushing boundaries by mounting big-budget visual spectacles and their current lineup of films is becoming better with time.
14 Jul 2023
Sony LIV#NewsBytesExclusive: Nostalgic Gagan Arora talks about 'College Romance' gang
Best known for College Romance, actor Gagan Arora rose to fame when he bagged Filmfare OTT Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for Tabbar.
14 Jul 2023
Sony LIV#NewsBytesExclusive: 'College Romance' was like film school, says Shreya Mehta
Actor Shreya Mehta is excited as the fourth and final season of College Romance dropped on SonyLIV on Friday.
24 Jun 2023
Bollywood#NewsBytesExclusive: Vivan Bhatena on 'Bloody Daddy' skipping theatrical release
After a humble start as a model, Vivan Bhatena went on to act in TV commercials, serials, and films, garnering popularity over the years.
23 Jun 2023
Mona Singh#NewsBytesExclusive: Mona Singh reveals why 'Kafas' is her homecoming
She started her career with television, becoming a household name after her debut with Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin. This year, Mona Singh completes two decades in the industry, and her journey has been a joy ride.
23 Jun 2023
Bollywood#NewsBytesExclusive: Vivan Bhatena on playing pedophile in 'Kafas'
Actor Vivan Bhatena plays superstar Vikram Bajaj in the recently released series Kafas, co-starring Sharman Joshi and Mona Singh. Bhatena's character is of a pedophile who sexually abuses a 15-year-old.
23 Jun 2023
Adipurush#NewsBytesExclusive: Aashiesh Sharrma says, 'Siya Ke Ram' is Gen-Z's 'Ramayana'
TV actor Aashiesh Sharrma, who played Lord Ram in the 2015 TV series Siya Ke Ram, has now opened up on the debate surrounding Om Raut's magnum opus Adipurush.
22 Jun 2023
Bollywood#NewsBytesExclusive: When #LaLaLand director invited Ayush Mehra for sushi
Even before marking his feature film debut with Kacchey Limbu, actor Ayush Mehra was already a star. Thanks to the world of web series, Mehra has been a fan-favorite for shows such as Minus One and Operation MBBS.
21 Jun 2023
Bigg Boss#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Ved' actor Jiya Shankar wants to focus on Bollywood
Actor Jiya Shankar rose to fame after the commercially successful Marathi film Ved. Directed by Riteish Deshmukh, Ved is one of the biggest Marathi blockbusters of 2023. It also starred Genelia Deshmukh in the lead.
18 Jun 2023
Adipurush#NewsBytesExclusive: Controversies help with box office numbers, says 'Adipurush's Dasharath
Actor Krishna Kotian was seen in a small yet important role in the recently released film Adipurush.
16 Jun 2023
Adipurush#NewsBytesExclusive: Sita hailed from Akhand Bharat, says 'Adipurush's Dashrath
Om Raut's Adipurush screenings in Nepal have been stalled over a dialogue. Kathmandu's Mayor Balen Shah raised objections to Sita being referred to as the "daughter of India," further threatening to ban all Hindi films.
28 May 2023
NewsBytes#NewsBytesExclusive: These 2 Bollywood numbers inspired Raahul-Shannon's 'Chand Mere Channa'
Singer-music composer Raahul Jatin, son of renowned composer Jatin Pandit (of Jatin-Lalit fame), has released his new duet song with Kumar Sanu's daughter, Shannon K.
27 May 2023
Neha Sharma#NewsBytesExclusive: Neha Sharma willing to work in Telugu cinema again
Much before her Bollywood debut with Crook in 2010, actor Neha Sharma kick-started her acting career with the Telugu movie Chirutha.
25 May 2023
Nawazuddin Siddiqui#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Afwaah' shouldn't have been released in theaters, says Nawazuddin
Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui has a slew of releases this year, including Jogira Sara Ra Ra on Friday. Siddiqui, who's known for his method acting, was last seen in Sudhir Mishra's Afwaah which tanked at the box office, despite good reviews.
06 May 2023
Vipul Amrutlal Shah#NewsBytesExclusive: Sudipto Sen opens up on 'The Kerala Story' controversies
The Kerala Story has become the most controversial film of 2023 so far. But director Sudipto Sen believes the story needed to be told.
04 May 2023
SS Rajamouli#NewsBytesExclusive: Prabhas gave me confidence for 'Chatrapathi,' says Sreenivas Bellamkonda
Telugu star Sreenivas Bellamkonda is set to mark his Bollywood debut with VV Vinayak's Chatrapathi. The film is a Hindi remake of the 2005 Telugu movie of the same title which was helmed by SS Rajamouli and starred Prabhas in the lead.
03 May 2023
Bollywood#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Don't understand politics,' Adah Sharma on 'The Kerala Story'
The Kerala Story (TKS) is in the midst of multiple controversies. From petitions challenging its release to complaints, it's facing severe backlash. Lead actor Adah Sharma spoke to NewsBytes about TKS.
30 Apr 2023
Sonakshi Sinha#NewsBytesExclsuive: Ankur Verma undergoes rigorous martial arts training for 'Dahaad'
Actor Ankur Verma has already carved a niche for himself in the television industry.
20 Apr 2023
Marathi Cinema#NewsBytesExclusive: Marathi producer Sanjay Chhabria on changing dynamics of OTT
The pandemic changed the dynamics of the entertainment industry with several films being released on OTT platforms.
19 Apr 2023
Marathi Cinema#NewsBytesExclusive: South industry must thank Hindi TV, says Sanjay Chhabria
The Indian film industry comprises several regional cinema industries including Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. Marathi cinema, one of the most prominent ones, has given us some of the top talents and films.
16 Apr 2023
Instagram#NewsBytesExclusive: 'There's Shimpi and Rajat in everyone' reveals Dharna Durga
Instagram is a funny place and for this, a lot is to be credited to Dharna Durga, the viral content creator who's basking in the glory with her rib-tickling humor.
12 Apr 2023
Music Industry#NewsBytesExclusive: Singer Nikhita Gandhi on why auto-tuning isn't the problem
She has delivered three back-to-back chartbusters. Earlier Shehzada's Chedkhaniyan and Munda Sona Hoon Main became popular dance numbers before they were succeeded by Tere Pyaar Mein from Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar.
07 Apr 2023
Bollywood#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Ardh' transformed me as an actor, says Rajpal Yadav
From playing Sippa in Jungle to Chota Pandit in Bhool Bhulaiyaa, a pretend-transgender in Ardh, and now a psychopath in the upcoming film Son, Rajpal Yadav has enthralled us with a variety of characters. He has shown that experimenting with roles is the key to success and he knows his game well.
04 Apr 2023
Bollywood#NewsBytesExclusive: Deepak Kalra on his journey from 'Rockstar' to 'Gumraah'
Actor Deepak Kalra has had a humble beginning to his career. After being a part of Hindi cinema for over a decade, Kalra is now gearing up for Gumraah, starring Aditya Roy Kapur and Mrunal Thakur.
31 Mar 2023
NewsBytes#NewsBytesExclusive: Aditi Govitrikar on whether Marathi cinema needs Bollywood push
Ever since she won the title of Mrs. World in 2001, Aditi Govitrikar inspired many women to pursue their dreams and continues to do so. At 48, she's making a balance between her family, film shoots, and events, and giving tips for stronger mental health.
25 Mar 2023
NewsBytes#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Afwaah' actor Zaan Khan all praise for Sudhir Mishra
He calls himself a director's actor and believes that acting is a process of constant learning.
23 Mar 2023
NewsBytes#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Great film doesn't need big stars,' says Darshana Rajendran
Malayalam actor Darshana Rajendran delivered two commercial successes in 2022 - Hridayam and Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey. One of the most bankable actors in Mollywood, Rajendran's next, Purusha Pretham will stream on SonyLIV from Friday.
