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Karisma Kapoor lauded Shahid Kapoor's remarkable journey on India's Best Dancer Season 5, drawing parallels to contestant Prince's background dancer past. She recalled Shahid dancing behind her in 'Dil To Pagal Hai' before his stellar Bollywood career. Kapoor highlighted his transformation from a background performer to a celebrated star, seeing similar potential in Prince.

Veteran background dancer Rubina Khan recently opened up about her experience working in Bollywood and shared interesting stories about the behaviour of actors on film sets. In a conversation, Rubina spoke about stars who treated dancers warmly, while also recalling how some actresses maintained distance during shoots.

Recalling early 2000s shoots, Daisy Shah and Dia Mirza highlight the stark absence of vanity vans and basic facilities. Actresses once changed in malls or restaurants, and faced freezing temperatures during outdoor filming. Despite hardships, production teams eventually provided support, showcasing a significant shift in industry amenities.

An NGO, Katradi, is bridging gender divides among youth through sports and arts. By playing Ultimate Frisbee and engaging in performance arts, young boys and girls learn to communicate and build friendships. Workshops also demystify reproductive health and puberty, empowering children to challenge societal norms and report abuse.

The makers of 'Peddi' have released the peppy song 'Hellallallo' in multiple languages, featuring Ram Charan, Janhvi Kapoor, and Shruti Haasan. The song, composed by AR Rahman, showcases energetic dance sequences and behind-the-scenes glimpses. The film, a mass action entertainer with emotional depth, stars Ram Charan as the titular character and is set for a June 4 release.

Tabu's dedication to mastering Saroj Khan's challenging choreography for the song 'Rang De' from 'Thakshak' is revealed by dance artiste Rubina Khan. Tabu's hard work, despite physical stiffness, paid off, leading to her generous gifts to the choreographer and crew. Her compassionate nature was further highlighted when she personally tended to an injured dancer.

Filmmaker Farah Khan celebrated a significant milestone as her triplets graduated, expressing immense pride in "producing her children." Sharing emotional glimpses from the ceremony, Khan reflected on the bittersweet journey of raising them, emphasizing their freedom to soar while always having a home to return to.

Bollywood star Nargis Fakhri is making her Tollywood debut with a special song in the upcoming film ‘Nenu Ready’. The makers unveiled a glamorous poster of the actress, hinting at an energetic performance. Directed by Nakkina Trinadha Rao, the movie stars Havish and Kavya Thapar and is slated for a June release.

Madhuri Dixit reflected on her profound collaboration with the late choreographer Saroj Khan, who was instrumental in her Bollywood dance journey. Khan taught Madhuri to adapt her classical training for the camera, emphasizing precision and camera awareness. They also made a pact to never repeat dance steps, ensuring each song felt fresh and unique.

After wrapping up a shooting schedule in Cape Town for Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film King, actor Deepika Padukone returned to Mumbai in the early hours of Thursday, marking her first public appearance since announcing her second pregnancy with husband Ranveer Singh. Fans were quick to point out her visible pregnancy glow in the viral videos from the airport.

The trailer of her debut film Chand Tara will premiere at Cannes Film Festival tomorrow

Choreographer Rudra Master revealed his humble beginnings, including washing plates at a pani puri stall, before achieving success. His wife, Niriksha, also shared her journey from background dancer to her current position. The couple's story highlights perseverance, mutual respect, and chasing dreams against all odds.

Kanupriya Theatre Company’s Love Online: The Bollywood Café brings together two lonely hearts in a cybercafe and chatroom-driven rom-com filled with humour, warmth, and second chances. With Rakesh Bedi’s goofy charm and Delnaaz Irani’s lively presence, the play explores modern-day online romance through the lives of a divorced man and a single mother searching for love

Filming for Shah Rukh Khan's 'King' in South Africa has generated buzz, particularly a romantic song sequence featuring Khan and Deepika Padukone. Leaked footage has fans speculating that Padukone's baby girl, Dua, was present on set, possibly with Ranveer Singh. This sighting fuels excitement for the highly anticipated film.

Sai Pallavi and Junaid Khan got candid about their film Ek Din, offering a rare peek into its making — from early scripting days to self-doubt, language struggles and the realities of stardom. Despite her excitement, Sai Pallavi admitted she was unsure of herself. Opening up about identity, Junaid addressed being Aamir Khan’s son.

Filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan has revealed a little-known chapter of her family’s history involving her grandfather Aman Gul Pathan once owned vast tracts of land in Mumbai’s Khar-Danda area, which he donated entirely to a mosque before his death. The land was later encroached upon, leaving the family with nothing. The revelation came during a heartfelt conversation with composer Ismail Darbar, as Farah opened up about her journey from financial ruin to Bollywood success.

Ratanlal Bhagatram Choudary, known as RBC, became a major Tamil cinema producer without industry ties. He arrived from Rajasthan and built a business exporting films. RBC listened to stories, identified talent, and invested in filmmakers like Vikraman, Ezhil, Sasi, and Rajakumaran. He introduced Raghava Lawrence and shifted to family-oriented films. His legacy is built on vision, resilience, and generosity.

On International Dance Day, Dharmesh Yelande reflects on a journey built on passion and patience