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If it changes mindset of 10 people, our job is done Vaani Kapoor

any would tell you that for stars, vanity and perception are key to surviving in the movie industry. But Vaani Kapoor is an artiste first, choosing projects over perception and stories over style. Which is why she didn’t bat an eyelid before giving her nod to Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui that sees her play a trans woman — a role that some of her peers may shy away from, mistakenly fearing that it may alienate their male fans. “It’s not that if I do this movie, I won’t get opportunities to do [glamorous] roles. Also, I am secure to not be affected by trolls. They should not stop you from what you want to do, if you have the conviction. The [male fan base] has loved the movie; they are evolved enough to understand it,” begins Kapoor. For an industry that has thrived on candy-floss romances for decades, Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui comes as a breath of fresh air. It traces how Ayushmann Khurrana’s boisterous body builder Manu is left unsettled by his ladylove Maanvi’s past. Kapoor harboured no doubts about essaying the part, placing her faith in director Abhishek Kapoor. “I thought there might not be enough progressive people to support [the film]. But to my surprise, a lot of people have taken it in the right way. I knew I was right hands with Gattu [director]. It could have been tricky. The film could go incredibly wrong if not handled well. It had to have sensitivity and the right

She is glad that the movie achieved what it set out to do — trigger a conversation and bat for the acceptance of people who have transitioned. “They have designed Maanvi in such a way to normalise the subject. There is nothing strange about her; she is like you and me. She is attractive like many trans women are. I have not walked a mile in their shoes, but I have tried to be earnest, and did a lot of research. Even if the film changes the mindset of 10 people in the theatre, our job is done. There are so many ifs and buts, and so much ignorance on the subject. The second half of the film, through animation and graph, gives you an idea of how [the gender reassignment surgery] happens. This movie is an attempt to push the bar.”

Katrina Kaif had THIS one condition before agreeing to get married

"It was all so sudden... their meeting, courtship, romance, marriage. Vicky Kaushal decided with two months of their relationship that she was the woman he wanted to spend his life with. Katrina was less sure. She was still hurting from the wounds of her previous break-up. She liked Vicky, but she needed time.” He pursued her until she said yes to marriage. But she put forward one precondition. He had to give her family, her mother and siblings, the same love and respect he gives her," the friend added. Now, Katrina is very happy to see that Vicky gels with her siblings very well. The friend reveals, "Before the wedding, they hadn't even met Vicky Kaushal. Now, it's like they've known him all their life." Katrina and Vicky are on a honeymoon right now, and the two will be coming back to Mumbai today. Reportedly, soon the actors will be back on the sets of their respective films. It is said that Katrina will resume the shooting of Tiger 3 with Salman.

Parineeti Chopra announces her TV debut as judge of Hunarbaz Desh Ki Shaan

Parineeti Chopra is all set to make her television debut with reality show Hunarbaaz Desh Ki Shaan. Sharing a picture of herself with Mithun Chakraborty and Karan Johar, Parineeti wrote, “I have always been aware of my love for TV. I’m most comfortable on stage with a live audience , and obsessed with meeting people and hearing their stories, so TV always felt like a natural fit. Now the challenge was to just find the right show. I am happy to announce that I will joining the jury at the judges table with the original veterans of this world – Karan and Mithun Da. I’m excited to go on this journey with them and combining 2 of my long time dreams – having fun with and learning from the both of them on a platform this size, and connecting and getting to know the talented people of our country. Wish us well.” “I would get offers to be a part of reality shows but none of the shows felt right, this is the show which felt right as it gave me the scope to do both of these things,” the actor said in a statement. Hunarbaaz Desh Ki Shaan cojudge Karan Johar also shared the picture on his Instagram account. “New beginnings are always special!” Karan shared, adding, “Excited to start a new and exciting reality one Called HUNARBAAZ DESH KI SHAAN! With the Legendary Mithun Da and the absolutely lovely @parineetichopra !! Buckle up for some incredible talent coming your way on @colorstv @voot ! This one is going to be one helluva ride!” Karan hosted Bigg Boss OTT earlier this year. He has also hosted talk show Koffee With Karan.

An actor’s ego should be hurt when he cannot deliver, not by the length of his role

Ashutosh talks up about Aranyak, his character, and his various sides. He also opens up about breaking stereotypes and the actor’s ego. The proud father of two also reveals whether his sons have also shown interest in acting. Raveena Tandon made her digital debut with Netflix show Aranyak which dropped on Friday. The crime thriller has already found takers due to its nail-biting storyline and thrill factor. Apart from the 90s star, it’s Ashutosh Rana who caught everyone’s attention in the trailer.

you started with negative roles. Did you fear being stereotyped and how challenging was it to break out from that image?

By staying away from the temptation of appreciation and money. One has to steer away from it to be able to work according to their satisfaction. They also need to have patience. I have always believed that I will work and earn enough to give my family a comfortable life. Cashing in on something will make you earn a lot but you will lose mental peace. Also, I never wanted to be part of the rat race. As far as negative roles are concerned, I always did those with a positive attitude. And that is the reason I have films like Dushman, Sangharsh, Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhaniya, Mulk, Simmba, Sonchiraiya, or more recently Pagglait and Chhatrasal. I may have played grey characters in all of them but each one is so different from the other. I don’t judge characters as negative or positive, I only look at them as performances.