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Zeenat Motivates Fans To Flaunt Their Greys

By LokMarg 11th July 2023

Veteran actor Zeenat Aman made her place in the industry in the era of the 70s and 80s with her style statement and bold looks. Even today, she keeps inspiring her fans with her thoughts and the way she carries herself at this age. Zeenat took to her Instagram handle to share a picture of her and said that this is her 50th post on Instagram, which is dedicated to those who are not hesitant or shy away from flaunting their grey hair.

She wrote, “Grey weather, grey hair… and a splash of colour to offset it all! I didn’t intend for my grey hair to be a statement, but a statement it has become. In fact, yesterday I read a tweet by someone who said they know at least three people who have been inspired to stop colouring their hair since I made my Instagram debut! I thought this was a wonderful compliment. If embracing my natural hair is encouraging others to do the same, then I’m all the happier for it.”
“So, with my 50th post on Instagram I want to celebrate all of you who are flaunting your beautiful silver hair! Please post a story of yourself (or your silver-haired loved one) and tag me in it. I’d love to share your pictures to my own stories. After all, life isn’t black and white, it’s grey!” she added.

Archana Puran Singh reacted and commented, “Lovvvvvve what you write Zee”

One of her fans mentioned, “Multiple generations of women are now inspired by a real role model instead of someone ephemeral. What a refreshing breath of air you’ve been ma’am. You remind me of my ma- she stopped colouring her hair 10 years ago and inspired everyone with her grey styling.”

Another fan wrote, “Yes absolutely. Grey is beautiful. On my 40th when i had enough grey hair for friends to advise me to color my hair, I decided I am never going to color my hair and embrace all the sign of ‘ageing’- greys, lines, receding hair lines with confidence. And I think I look fabulous!”

On the work front, the actress has given several hits such as ‘Satyam Shivam Sundaram’, ‘Hare Rama Hare Krishna’, ‘Qurbaani’, ‘Dhund’, ‘Don’, ‘Manoranjan’ and ‘Yaadon Ki Baarat’, was known for doing unconventional roles in her era when many actresses are reluctant to take up those characters. (ANI)

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Angad Expreses His Desire To Romance Neena On Screen

By LokMarg 5th July 2023

Actor Angad Bedi who is being praised for his performance in ‘Lust Stories 2’ expressed his desire to romance veteran actor Neena Gupta on screen.

The actor recently revealed how he would love to romance her onscreen for any project. Having spent a lot of time with Neena, Angad is totally impressed by the way the veteran actor takes her roles. Angad has also expressed his desire to play a romantic role opposite her onscreen someday.
Anagad said in the statement, “Neena Gupta is an amazing actor. She has this effortless way of playing her characters, which is a lesson for many actors. In Lust Stories 2, we have a different relationship, but someday I would love to romance her onscreen for any project. I am sure it won’t be your regular romantic story so I am looking forward to any such project. I have watched many of her older projects and I feel she is one of the very underrated actors we have in the industry who is slowly getting her due credit.”

Helmed by R Balki, the movie delves into the significance of lust and sex in nurturing successful relationships, with Angad’s on-screen dynamic with Neena Gupta’s character as the grandmother highlighting the film’s compelling narrative. Neena suggested a young couple, played by Angad and Mrunal, go on a ‘test drive’ for sexual compatibility.

‘Lust Stories 2’ is an anthology of four stories directed by ace directors Amit Ravindernath Sharma, Konkona Sen Sharma, R Balki and Sujoy Ghosh.

The cast also includes Kajol, Vijay Varma, Tamannaah Bhatia, Tillotama Shome, Amruta Subhash, Neena Gupta and Kumud Mishra.

‘Lust Stories 2’ is streaming on Netflix from June 29. (ANI)

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Rajinikanth Gifted A Book To Tamannaah

By LokMarg 8th June 2023

Actor Tamannaah Bhatia, who will be seen sharing screen space with megastar Rajinikanth, feels fortunate and blessed to have the opportunity of working with the veteran actor.

Expressing happiness about it, Tamannah told ANI, “It is a dream come true to work with him (Rajinikanth). I will always cherish the memories spent on ‘Jailer’ set. He gifted me a book on a spiritual journey. It was so thoughtful of him. He had even autographed it.”
‘Jailer’ will be out in theatres on August 10.

Meanwhile, Tamannaah is gearing up for the release of her web series ‘Jee Karda’.

Produced by Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films and directed by Arunima Sharma, the series is co-written by Hussain Dalal and Abbas Dalal.

Aashim Gulati, Suhail Nayyar, Anya Singh, Hussain Dalal, Sayan Banerjee, and Samvedna Suwalka are also a part of the show.

The show will take us on a ride filled with fun, drama and emotions capturing the life of seven childhood friends who are different from each other yet deeply connected.

From experiencing life together, falling in love, making mistakes and even having their hearts crushed, they learn that even the finest friendships and relationships cannot be flawless. Rishab (Suhail Nayyar) proposes to Lavanya (Tamannaah Bhatia), his longtime girlfriend. Their school friends join the wedding celebrations, but complications arise and relationships take an intriguing twist.

Sharing her experience working on the show, Tamannaah said, “The show is very real. It has heart and warmth attached to it. Being a true Mumbai girl, having grown up in this vibrant city. The friendships I formed in school were unlike any other, and I believe those kinds of bonds are irreplaceable. This show truly captures the essence of nostalgia.”

The show will be out on Prime Video on June 15. (ANI)

Bollywood Celebs Extend B’day Wishes To Dharmendra

By LokMarg 8th December 2022

Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra turned a year older on Thursday.

To mark this occasion, many Bollywood celebs took to their social media accounts and extended warm birthday wishes to the He-man of Bollywood.
Dharmendra’s son Sunny Deol, took to his Instagram and wrote, “Happy Birthday Papa. Love you.”

The ‘Sholay’ actor’s grandson Karan Deol shared a picture in which he could be seen along with Dharmendra and Bobby Deol, which he captioned, “So blessed to be your son and grandson. Happy Birthday Bade papa @aapkadharam.”

Taking to Twitter, actor Ajay Devgn wrote, “Dearest Dharamji. Happy birthday Sir. You are my neighbour & my favourite And you continue to rock. Lots of love & warm wishes. Ajay.”

Taking to Instagram, actor Shahid Kapoor shared a picture and wrote, “Happy Birthday Dharmendra Ji. Wishing you health and happiness.”

Actor Kajol shared a group picture and wrote, “Happy Happy Birthday to all our super favourite.”

Actor Arjun Rampal shared a couple of throwback pictures and wrote, “Happy Happy birthday dearest @aapkadharam ji the most Handsome man in the industry, with the largest heart. Love and best of health and happiness.”

Sidharth Malhotra shared a picture and captioned it, “Happy birthday Dharam sir, You are an inspiration for many @apkadharam.”

Dharmendra is considered one of the best action heroes of Indian cinema and is also known as the He-Man of Bollywood.

He has delivered remarkable performances in films like ‘Sholay’, ‘Pratiggya’, ‘The Burning Train’ and many more.

He will be next seen in Karan Johar’s upcoming romantic comedy film ‘Rocky aur Rani ki Prem Kahani’ alongside Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Jaya Bachchan, and Shabana Azmi.

The film is all set to hit the theatres on April 28, 2023.

Apart from that, he also has director Anil Sharma’s next ‘Apne 2’ opposite Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, and Karan Deol. (ANI)

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KGF Actor Krishna G Rao No More

By LokMarg 8th December 2022

Veteran Kannada actor Krishna G Rao, best known for playing a visually impaired man in the KGF franchise, has passed away. He was 70.

The unfortunate news was shared on the official handle of the KGF film.
“Condolences from the Hombale film team on the passing away of Krishna G Rao, fondly known as Thatha by KGF fans. Om Shanti (sic),” a post read.

Reportedly, Krishna G Rao breathed his last at Vinayaka Hospital in Bengaluru on Wednesday. If reports are to be believed, he died due to a lung infection.

After learning about his demise, actor Raveena Tandon, who played a prominent role in ‘KGF 2’, paid her heartfelt condolences.

“Condolences to his family and the entire family of KGF, KGF Chapter 2. Om Shanti,” she wrote on Instagram Story.

Others also mourned the death of Krishna G Rao.

“RIP #KrishnaGRao ji…you were very impactful in #KGFChapter2, the song #Toofan and various other work of yours…He passed away at the age of 70 due to illness,” a social media user tweeted.

“May his soul rest in peace,” another one wrote.

After KGF, Krishna G Rao played the titular role in an upcoming Kannada film, titled Nano Narayanappa. (ANI)

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Close Your Eyes If You Can’t See Truth: Kher Over IFFI Jury’s Statement

By LokMarg 29th November 2022

Veteran actor Anupam Kher, who played the protagonist in the blockbuster ‘The Kashmir Files’, which documents the alleged genocide and exodus of Kashmiri Pandits from the Valley, on Tuesday spoke up on the raging controversy over the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) jury head and Israeli filmmaker Nadav Lapid’s statement calling the film ‘a propaganda’ and ‘vulgar’ at the festival’s closing ceremony on Monday.

Taking to Instagram, the actor, who recently appeared in the Sooraj R. Barjatiya directorial ‘Uunchai’, dropped a video on Instagram saying that some people can’t stomach ‘Kashmir’s truth’.

In his short video address on the social media platform, Kher said, “Friends, some people are not in the habit of showing the truth as it is. They like to give it a certain colour or cover up the truth in the name of creative liberty. The fact is that some people are not being able to digest Kashmir’s truth. They try to show Kashmir through a different cinematic lens and have been at it for the last 25-30 years. ‘The Kashmir Files’ has exposed them.”

He added, “They are having problems because the film documents the truth as it is. If you cannot see the truth, keep your eyes closed and your mouth shut. Stop making fun of it. This is our truth and we have lived through it.”

The veteran actor, who drew high praise for his performance in the film, said without taking names, “We, along with our daughters and sisters personally experienced those days. The scars are yet to heal. This truth is a part of our lives. Go and ask the ones who have been affected by it. India and Israel are friends and both countries are affected by terrorism. A common Israeli would understand the pain of Kashmiri Hindus. But, every country has traitors.”

He tagged his video post with a message that read, “The truth of Kashmir files is stuck like a thorn in the throat of some people. They are not able to swallow it or spit it out! Their soul, which is dead, is shattered badly to prove this truth false. But this film of ours is now a movement, not a movie. People’s consciousness has awakened. The desperate #Toolkit gang keeps trying millions. #TheKashmirFiles #Truth #TruthPrevails”.

Addressing the closing ceremony of the 53RD IFFI, Lapid termed ‘The Kashmir Files’ a ‘propaganda, vulgar film’, adding that he was ‘shocked’ to see the film in the competition section of such a prestigious film festival.

“If the holocaust was right then the exodus of Kashmiri pandits is also right. This (Lapid’s statement) seems pre-planned as immediately after, the tool-kit gang became active. It’s shameful for him to make a statement like this as he comes from a community whose members suffered the horrors of the holocaust,” Kher told ANI on Tuesday.

“By making a statement like this, he has also hurt the holocaust survivors. I wish God gives him (Lapid) the wisdom so that he doesn’t use our tragedy to peddle his agenda on stage,” the veteran actor added.

Kher also tweeted on Lapid’s statement, saying, “No matter how high the height of the lie is.. It is always small in comparison to the truth.”

The veteran actor also juxtaposed images of ‘The Kashmir Files’ and Steven Spielberg’s ‘Schindler’s List’ in his tweet to drive home his point.

ANI contacted the festival organisers but they refused any comments on the jury head’s statement. (ANI)

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Shameful, Says Anupam After IFFI Calls The Kashmir Files As Vulgar

By LokMarg 29th November 2022

Veteran actor Anupam Kher of the ‘The Kashmir Files’ fame on Tuesday said it is “shameful” on the part of IFFI (International Film Festival of India) jury head Nadav Lapid to term the film “propaganda, vulgar” at the festival’s closing ceremony.

During the closing ceremony of the IFFI on On November 28, Lapid termed ‘The Kashmir Files’ a “propaganda, vulgar film”, adding that he was “shocked” to see the film in the competition section of such a prestigious film festival.
“If the holocaust was right then the exodus of Kashmiri pandits is also right. This seems pre-planned because immediately after it the tool-kit gang became active. It’s shameful for him to make a statement like this even though he comes from a community of Jews who suffered from the holocaust,” Kher told ANI on Tuesday.

“So by making a statement like this, he has also pained those people who suffered this tragedy. I would just say may god give him wisdom so that he doesn’t use the tragedy of thousands of people to fulfill his aim on stage,” he added.

Referring to Lapid’s remarks, Anupam Kher also tweeted, “No matter how high the height of the lie is. It is always small in comparison to the truth.” The veteran actor attached pictures from ‘The Kashmir Files’ and Steven Spielberg’s film ‘Schindler’s List’ with his tweet.

When ANI contacted festival organisers on the jury head’s statements over the ‘Kashmir Files’, they declined to comment.

Released earlier this year, the ‘The Kashmir Files’ was listed in the line-up for IFFI’s Indian Panorama segment for the year 2022. The film is based on the life of Kashmiri Pandits in 1990, during the Kashmir insurgency. It is a true story, based on video interviews of the first generation. (ANI)

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Actor Vikram Gokhale, Passes Away

By LokMarg 26th November 2022

Veteran film actor Vikram Gokhale passed away in Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital on Saturday, the Pune hospital where he was in critical condition said.

He was 77.
Gokhale was hosptialised for some time now and was “life support.”

His body will be kept for Antim Darshan at Balgandharv Rangmanch.

His last rites were conducted at 6 pm at Vaikunth Samshan Bhumi in Pune, the hospital said in a statement.

On Thursday there was a rumour about the veteran’s death after which several Bollywood celebrities including Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Aly Goni, and Jaaved Jaafery took to Twitter to express condolences.

Dr. Dhananjay Kelkar from Deenanth Mangeshkar Hospital as well as the actor’s daughter later refuted the rumors,

Over a career spanning more than 40 years, Gokhale has appeared in various Marathi and Bollywood films, including ‘Agneepath,’ starring Amitabh Bachchan in 1990, and ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam,’ with Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in 1999.

He was last seen in ‘Nikamma’ alongside Shilpa Shetty and Abhimanyu Dassani. The film hit the theatres in June this year. (ANI)

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Gokhale’s Health Showing Steady Improvement

By LokMarg 25th November 2022

Veteran actor Vikram Gokhale, who has been hospitalised for the last few days, is now showing slow but steady improvement, following which he will likely be off the ventilator support in 48 hours.

PRO Shirish Yadgikar, Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, updated about the veteran actor’s condition. “Actor Vikram Gokhle’s health is improving, is showing slow but steady improvement. He is opening his eyes, moving his limbs and likely to be off ventilator support in the next 48 hours. His BP and heart are stable.”
Gokhale has been in a hospital in Pune for some time now and is on a life support system.

In the early hours of Thursday, a rumour about veteran’s surfaced on social media following which several Bollywood celebrities including Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Aly Goni, Jaaved Jaafery among others, took to Twitter to express condolences.

Dr Dhananjay Kelkar, from Deenanth Mangeshkar Hospital where presently he is undergoing treatment, denied the rumours of the passing away of the veteran actor and said, “Not true.”

Gokhale’s daughter, on the other hand, told ANI, “He is still critical and on life support and has not passed yet. Keep praying for him.”

The actor made his film made his debut at the age of 26 in 1971 in Amitabh Bachchan-starrer Parwana’. Over a career spanning more than 40 years, Gokhale has appeared in various Marathi and Bollywood films, including ‘Agneepath,’ starring Amitabh Bachchan in 1990, and ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam,’ with Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in 1999. (ANI)

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He Is Critical, But Alive: Vikram Gokhale’s Daughter

By LokMarg 24th November 2022

Veteran Bollywood actor Vikram Gokhale’s health condition is still critical and is on a life support system.

Dr Dhananjay Kelkar, from Deenanth Mangeshkar Hospital where presently he is undergoing treatment, denied the rumours of the passing away of the ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’ actor and said, “Not true.”
Vikram Gokhale’s daughter on the other hand told ANI, “He is still critical and on life support and has not passed yet. Keep praying for him.”

In the early hours of Thursday news of the veteran actor passed away surfaced on social media following which several Bollywood celebrities including Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Aly Goni, Jaaved Jaafery among others, took to twitter to express condolences.

Meanwhile, there are no details concerning his illness, and neither the family nor the hospital has released any official statement of his health condition yet.

The actor made his film debut at the age of 26 in 1971 in Amitabh Bachchan-starrer ‘Parwana’. Over a career spanning more than 40 years, Gokhale has appeared in various Marathi and Bollywood films, including ‘Agneepath,’ starring Amitabh Bachchan in 1990, and ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam,’ with Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in 1999.

In 2010, he received the National Award for Best Actor for his work in the Marathi film ‘Anumati’. With the Marathi film ‘Aaghaat’, he also made his directorial debut.

Other notable work of the actor includes ‘Mission Mangal’, ‘Hichki’, ‘Aiyaari’, ‘Bang Bang!’, ‘De Dana Dan’, and ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’.

He was last seen in ‘Nikamma’ alongside Shilpa Shetty and Abhimanyu Dassani. The film hit the theatres in June this year. (ANI)

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