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Deepika Padukonestepped out in a futuristic Barbie-meets-Disney princess gown with a never-ending train at Met Gala 2019, keeping up with the theme 'Camp: Notes on Fashion'. Deepika totally aced the dreamy look. Actor-husband, Ranveer Singh, even commented on her doll-like appearance.
Ranveer loved his Deepika's Barbie avatar
Deepika, who gained global recognition with the Hollywood film xXx: Return of Xander Cage in 2017, wowed when she stepped out in her pink strapless gown at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York in May 2019. Responding to one of her Instagram posts at the time, Ranveer wrote, "Come on Barbie, let’s go party..." His comment was a reference to the hit 1997 track Barbie Girl by Aqua.
The actor couldn't stop himself from dropping adorable comments on several of Deepika's photos on Instagram. Reacting to an Instagram post by Deepika’s stylist Shaleena Nathani, Ranveer wrote, “LOVE IT!!!!! Smashing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!” He also added about a dozen heart emojis. Shaleena described Deepika’s look as ‘Camp Barbie’.
Deepika at Met Gala 2019
For the after-party, the actor opted for a body-hugging neon green dress with a black printed pullover and high heels. She completed the look with blue earrings. Deepika was spotted chilling with actors Priyanka Chopra and Nina Dobrev and fashion designer Prabal Gurung at the after-party.
Deepika and Ranveer married in 2018
The two tied the knot in a private ceremony at the scenic Lake Como, Italy. Deepika and Ranveer Singh sealed the deal in a traditional Konkani ceremony on November 14, 2018, and also celebrated their union with an Anand Karaj ceremony on November 15. They had then hosted two receptions in India, one in Bengaluru, Deepika's hometown, followed by another for their Bollywood friends in Mumbai.
Last night was all about style and splendour as popular celebrities arrived to attend the Bollywood Hungama Style Icons Summit andAwards 2024in Mumbai on May 2. The event was nothing short of a glamorous affair as prominent personalities from the film and television industry graced the red carpet in their best outfits. The guest list included Ajay Devgan,Ananya Pandey, Sonakshi Sinha, Alaya F, Shriya Saran, Sunny Leone, Malaika Arora,Tripti Dimri, Kartik Aaryan and many more who turned heads at the event. Whenever there are celebrities, there is a treasure trove of fashion inspiration, and last night was no exception as stars arrived in glittering outfits that served style statements. Let's take a look at who wore what and take some fashion notes.
Who Wore What at Awards Night
Malaika Arora
Malaika Arora arrived on the red carpet oozing glitz and glamour in a stunning silver gown. Her gorgeous outfit featured an off-the-shoulder neckline, a bodycon fit and an extended hemline. The intricate silver embellishment that adorned her gown all over added to the oomph factor and made her look a complete showstopper. With silver dangling earrings, glittering eyeshadow, glowing highlighter, blushed cheeks, nude lipstick and her wet backcombed hairstyle, she completed her head-turning look.
Tripti Dimri
Tripti Dimri showed off her fashion savvy as she stunned on the red carpet in a sizzling gown. Her outfit featured a sweetheart neckline, noodle straps, silver sequin embellishment on the bust, a chic midriff cutout and a black satin bottom with a sultry thigh high slit. She kept her accessories to a minimum, styling her look with a pair of silver high heels. With minimal make-up and her luscious locks styled in a bun, she looked like a true diva.
Ananya Pandey
Ananya is a true fashionista and her latest red carpet look is a testament to that. The Gen Z star donned a stylish black gown featuring a halter neckline with silver button embellishments, a figure-hugging fit and an alluring thigh-high slit. She opted for silver accessories including diamond-stacked bracelets, statement earrings and diamond rings on her fingers. She completed her look with darkened eyebrows, smoky eye shadow, rosy cheeks, nude lipstick and her locks left open in a back-combed, side-swept hairstyle.
Alaya F
Alaya F is a total stunner who never fails to hit fashion targets like a pro and her latest look was no exception as she turned heads in a stylish gown. Her outfit comes in an ethereal white shade and features an off-the-shoulder neckline, a chic black cut-out detail at the midriff that adds a contrast of colour, a bodycon fit and a flour-touching hemline. Flaunting a glamorous make-up look, her locks were styled in soft curls and left open at the sides to complete her stunning look.
Kartik Aaryan
Kartik Aaryan looked dashing as ever as he walked the red carpet in a grey blazer, trousers, and a white shirt, looking like a complete gentleman. He completed his look with a pair of shiny black shoes, a trimmed beard, and perfectly gelled hair. With his charming smile, he is sure to steal your heart.
Pooja Hegde
Pooja Hegde made a striking entrance at the awards night in a fiery red ensemble. Her attire exuded glamour with its halter neckline, shimmering fabric, form-fitting silhouette, daring backless design, and sweeping hemline. Adding an extra flair, she draped a bold red cape around her arms. Completing the look with ruby earrings, glamorous makeup, and a sleek mid-parted bun, she radiated chic sophistication.
Alia Bhattwill be headlining YRF's Spy Universe film as the first Indian female spy. The Spyverse already hasSalman Khan's Tiger, Hrithik Roshan's Kabir, and Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan. This will also mark Alia's first Indian action movie. The film also stars Sharvari Wagh. Now, it seems like both actresses have kickstarted their preparation for the film as a few pictures from their prep session are now doing rounds on social media.
A few pictures of Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh are currently trending on social media. Going by the pictures, it seems that they are from their prep session for the upcoming YRF Spy Universe film. In these different pictures, Alia and Sharwari are seen in gym clothes alongside the same woman.
As soon as the pictures went viral, netizens started wondering if they had started the prep for the highly-awaited film. One fan commented, “Looks like Alia and Sharvari started prepping for yrf film (fire emoji).” Another one wrote, “Alia has started prepping for her spy movie, full-fledged action loading.”
If you were fascinated byJanhvi Kapoor's childhood home in Chennai that she gave a tour of a couple of years ago, you have a chance to live there now. As per a report by People, Airbnb has included the mansion, bought by her late mother and legendary actorSridevi, in its list of 11 Icons properties that people can now rent out.
Janhvi's home on Airbnb
The report states that Janhvi will open the doors of her Chennai mansion to “select” Airbnb users. The one-night stay would also include conversations with Janhvi about her “favourite beauty hacks” and “tasting fresh, authentic South Indian food.”
"This is the most intimate access to the most famous family in Bollywood," said Brian Chesky, Airbnb CEO and co-founder, at the launch of ‘Icons.’ Other pop culture spots that are also on the list include the real-life house from Disney-Pixar's Up (2009) in Abiquiu, New Mexico, the X-Men mansion in New York's Westchester County, Kevin Hart's members-only Coramino Live Lounge, a personal Doja Cat concert, Prince's iconic Purple Rain house in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and the Inside Out headquarters.
About Janhvi's Chennai mansion
Janhvi's Chennai mansion was first bought by Sridevi after her marriage to producer Boney Kapoor. It was the first home the late actor ever bought. She adorned it with artefacts and paintings from around the world, before the family had to shut it down due to leakage and other maintenance issues.
However, after Sridevi's demise in 2018, Boney took it upon himself to renovate the mansion. Janhvi gave a sneak peek into her home in a show-around to Vogue India in 2022. The mansion includes Boney's Chennai office, a plush living area, one of Sridevi's first paintings, a “secret room,” a memorabilia wall with the family's old pictures, a TV room, Janhvi and her younger sister Khushi Kapoor's paintings that they made during the lockdown, and a tastefully done bathroom.
Janhvi will be next seen in Mr. & Mrs. Mahi and Ulajh. She will also make her Telugu debut with Devara: Part 1.
Kiran Rao's satirical drama Laapataa Ladies is receiving accolades from audiences post its OTT release. The comedy based on missing brides is being praised for the performances by the debutant actors. Priyanka Chopra and Alia Bhatt took to their social media handles to heap praise on the social dramedy.
Alia, Priyanka give thumbs-up to Laapataa Ladies
Alia took to her Instagram stories as she wrote an appreciation post for the actors and Kiran for their work in Laapataa Ladies. She wrote, “Such a wonderful time at the movies…(heart emoji). These ladies @pratibha_rabta @nitanshigoelofficial (and gentlemen this side @ss_this_side @ravi_kishann) truly have my heart..@raodyness Such a beautiful film.. and what fabulous performances by the entire cast! Congratulations to all of you…” Priyanka also pointed out at the educational storytelling and captioned her post as, “Thank you for the entertainment and the education @raodyness! Congratulations on this gem (blessings and heart-shaped-eye emojis) make more movies!”
Kiran Rao feels small interventions can bring changes
Kiran, in an earlier interview with PTI had said that although most women have not experienced being under the veil, they could still relate to the film. She said, “There's some sort of universality in a woman's experience across classes and a lot of that goes unacknowledged, unseen or unrepresented in cinema.” Kiran further added, “Hearing the response to the film, I realised that it's possible to change the status quo with very small interventions and reclaim some space for ourselves, even within the setup that we, maybe, cannot change. That has been nice to hear from women.”
Laapataa Ladies features Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Srivastav, and Ravi Kishan in crucial roles. It has been jointly produced by Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao and Jyoti Deshpande. The film is backed by Aamir Khan Productions, Jio Cinemas and Kindling Pictures. Yash Raj Films had acquired its global distribution rights. Laapataa Ladies is currently streaming on Netflix.
The much-awaited single fromPushpa 2 is finally out in the open. On Labour Day, the makers of Pushpa 2 released the first single, Pushpa Pushpa, and as expected, it hit the bulls' eyes. DSP composed the tune for this number, which is an instant hit.
Pushpa Pushpa from Pushpa 2 is a winner
The daunting tune and the chorus of Pushpa Pushpa in a dark room strike the right chord. Nakash Azia has crooned this song for Pushpa 2, and his voice gives the song an edge. But the biggest giveaway from the song is Allu Arjun's crazy avatar as Pushparaj. Be it his looks, costumes, or choreography, the song looks stunning.
Fans of Allu Arjun will be thrilled as the hook step composed of Bunny looks super stylish. The title song, Pushpa Pushpa, has been released in five languages by the makers. The scale of the sequel has been doubled, and Bunny is showcased as the don who is at his peak. Allu Arjun's attitude and the way he goes about showcasing his stylish presence in the song look so good.
In a way, you can say that the title song lives up to the hype created. Mythri Movie Makers has produced the film, which is set to hit theatres on August 15, 2024. There has been a lot of hype created about the film, and this first song had to click at any cost. Allu Arjun always does something different in his songs, and the way he says the tagline 'Assalu Tagged Le' is the icing on the cake.
In no time, the title song has gone viral on social media and various memes have also started being made. Sukumar directed Pushpa 2, which has Rashmika Mandanna as the female lead. DSP has once again proved that when it comes to giving music to Sukumar, he always gives his best. We need to see what kind of songs will be released by the makers. Watch this space for more.
In pre-independence India, the Tawaifs rule Heeramandiin Lahore. Nawabs are under their thumbs, and the British are on their doorsteps. However, the women there cannot love because love always brings doom for Heeramandi. But one woman decides to fall for a man, and another falls in love with the idea of her country's independence. Doom walks to Heeramandi’s doorsteps, and now the Tawaifs must rise again.
Heeramandi: Review
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s art transcends the confines of genres. He is not claiming the accuracy of his historical facts, nor does he promise to give you the most authentic tales of the times his films are set in. His stories are fragments of his imagination, and how even a sheet of plastic manages to float with the wind aesthetically, looking beautiful, is what is fascinating. It is how he looks at this world with its pros and cons but also a lacing of opulence where even a golden thread obeys him. The women in his world dare to go against the grain and fight for their rights. His mastery at finding a warrior in every woman and surrendering to feminine energy is the root of all his stories. He delves into the muckiest corners of his stories to find the most beautifully blooming flower and shows you the grandness of that surroundings. Remember when a half-cut plastic Fevicol container was a flower pot in Gangubai Kathiawadi but it still looked more expensive than art pieces?
Now, with an army of spectacular actors, a story like Heeramandi, where women are viewed as nuisances, but for themselves are the Queens of Lahore, Bhansali has a playground of his dreams, a canvas he ever craved for, and a scale no one can imagine. Heeramandi, which is Moin Beg’s concept, written and directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali with Vibhu Puri, Mitakshara Kumar, and a team of directors and writers, sets out to tell the stories of the courtesans who once ruled Lahore in pre-independence India. It is a place where tragedies are normal days and normal days are a luxury. It opens with a woman selling a newborn boy to a Nawab because if he stays in Heeramandi, he will either have to become a pimp or a eunuch. Bhansali begins his magic from this first frame.
He tells you this is not just his grandeur but now he is also open to incorporating violence in the narrative. The Bhansali of yore, who would dial down the notches when a violent turn came, is now okay with storylines that enter that territory. He embodies this in Malikajaan, a woman so complex that while being a dreaded madame to a kotha, she is also a woman who tells another woman that she respects her love for a spoiled Nawab. She is a woman who has seen the rise, the shine, the flicker, and the doom of Heeramandi firsthand. She now reigns over it and makes the dark side of it her face. She is okay selling a woman to compensate for a lost pearl but is also humane enough to keep them all safe. Manisha Koirala is a stunner. A performance everyone will remember for a long while. Each note is done to absolute perfection and panache. How did no one see this before in her?
There are so many layers that Bhansali attempts to create and even succeeds in most of the places. Heeramandi is certainly not an easy show to make. There is detail in every corner of this world. He is trying to teach you the culture of Tawaifs, what Mehfils meant to them, who were Nawabs to them with his grandeur. The poetry of pain that lurks in Heeramandi is a very interesting leitmotif. These women love their Nawabs, but for most of these Nawabs, they are just pawns to pass the time before they find a wife. Richa Chadha gets the most heart-breaking character as she craves affection. The actor steals the show in a very limited role and this is the Richa we have been craving to see. An absolutely stellar performance that is perfect. But I wish she had more and her arc doesn't contribute much to the story after her absence. It all feels like a filler.
Heeramandi is the Bhansali magic stretched to 8 hours, unlike the 3-hour limit we have witnessed for the past three decades. And to consistently keep the poetry alive for 8 long hours is not easy. It flickers and you can see it. It does the most when it focuses on the central love story of Tajdaar and Alamzeb (Sharmin Segal). The love story strays far from the poetry and is more of tokenism to advance the narrative. It is also because of a restrained performance from Segal, that feels more like someone trying to be a Bhansali heroine rather than organically blending into the surroundings. There's a long way to go.
But that isn't the only problem. You can see the makers avoiding topics that will consume more time. The women are introduced in haste, men are not given screen presence beyond the women. Fardeen Khan is supremely underused, Malikajaan abruptly accepts the rebel, the change in heart in many characters is too sudden, and the show comes to the fight for freedom too late and wraps it up in haste. You can see it all.
But the magician Sanjay Leela Bhansali is also aware of all of this as he very cleverly sabotages it all with his opulence and good performances. Sonakshi Sinha as Fareedan is devilish and so fun to watch. She does the most heinous of things but unapologetically, and Sinha plays the part so well. Aditi Rao Hydari is now a patent Bhansali heroine as she gets everything perfectly and does that with a very effortlessly grand screen presence. Sanjeeda Shaikh gives a very nuanced performance as Waheeda. The tragedy around her makes her such a layered part. Sanjay Leela Bhansali also goes the Vishal Bhardwaj way where he places two maids to the Tawaifs as the characters who serve as a perspective to the show (Remember Om Puri and Naseeruddin Shah in Maqbool?). Taha Shah Badussha is a surprise package as Taajdar. The actor takes his job seriously and gives a very heartfelt performance. I am excited to see what he does next.
The music of Heeramandi might not be received as other popular albums by Sanjay Leela Bhansali but is more rooted in the culture than ever. There are thumri, Dadra, lyrics that are deep in meaning, and tunes that will grow on you with time. The costumes are impeccable, the choreographies are immaculate. Richa Chadha’s mujra is the highlight, and you must watch it only for the range this woman can bring to the table. Do we need to discuss the sets?
Heeramandi Review: Final Verdict
Heeramandi is an opulent and wild ride where Sanjay Leela Bhansali goes a couple of steps closer to violence. The show is not bulletproof, but the man has the power of sabotaging the shortcomings with his grandeur, and he does that pretty well.
Heeramandi reelases on Netflix on May 1, 2024. Stay tuned to OTTplay for more such reviews and everything else from the world of streaming and films.
