Entertainment
Sanchita Banerjee: I’m just like my character ‘Phooli’
‘Rakshabandhan…Rasal Apne Bhai Ki Dhaal’ actress Sanchita Banerjee thinks that she and her character ‘Phooli’ are more or less identical.
“Phooli is a very loving and kind-hearted girl who unfortunately is mute yet she is very expressive and adorable. She is independent and has her own sweet shop. She is the one who earns in the family,” she said.
She loves the motherly bond with the kids and the silent love story between ‘Umed’ (Nishant Singh Malkani) and ‘Phooli’, who together have been named ‘Umeli’ by viewers.
“Phooli and I are exactly the same. The only difference is that sadly she can’t speak and I am very talkative in real life. Rest, we are identical,” Sanchita said.
Earlier, she was not sure whether the viewers would be able to connect with ‘Phooli’ as she can’t express herself through words.
“But as the show went on, by the grace of God, people have shown so much love towards me. The best compliment that I have received so far is for my smile. People have also told me that they love my expressions. I have learnt a little bit of sign language too and people have appreciated me for that as well,” she said.
Earlier the show was named as ‘Resham Ki Dor’ but later it got changed, Sanchita explained the reason behind it and said: “It was a great title, but it didn’t specify whether it was the bond between two siblings or between ‘Umed’ and ‘Phooli’. Now ‘Rakshabandhan’ makes it clear that it is the love of a sister for her brother and she will go to any extent to protect him and vice-versa.”
“Currently, it is the only show which is one-of-a-kind where the story revolves around a brother and sister, a single father who gets married to two women out of which the one who is innocent can’t speak and the other one has evil intentions. So all these characters and the story makes it very unique and interesting to watch,” she added.
Sanchita shared further that the show has an authentic Rajasthani flavour, and characters dress up accordingly. “The outfits are really beautiful. Our designer and her team have done a great job in terms of styling. It usually takes me one hour to get ready which includes make-up, hair styling and costume.”
“But if there is a bridal sequence then it takes about one and a half hour. The bridal outfit which I wore for the wedding scene weighed 10 kgs and the jewellery weighed 5 kgs. It took us 3 days to complete the wedding part, so all those days I was wearing clothes and jewellery that weighed 15 kgs,” she concluded.
Bollywood
Hrithik Roshan’s says ‘What a joy’ after attending Joy Awards 2025
Mumbai, Jan 29: The prestigious entertainment awards from the Arab world, Joy Awards were held in Riyadh a couple of days ago. Hrithik Roshan represented India at the global event, along with actress Shraddha Kapoor. Now, the “War” actor has taken to his official Instagram account to pen a thank you note.
Showing his gratitude for being a part of the prestigious event, Hrithik Roshan wrote, “What a joy it was to be at the @joyawards 2025 in the presence of some of the best talents from across the globe! Thank you @turkialalshik for having me be a part of this celebration of Global Entertainment and cinema.”
Previously, the official Instagram handle of Joy Awards shared a group portrait of numerous celebrities from around the world who were a part of the event. While Hrithik Roshan looked all handsome in a red pantsuit, Shraddha Kapoor was a sight to behold in an abaya-inspired corset gown.
In the meantime, Hrithik Roshan recently used social media to wish his sister Sunaina Roshan on her birthday. Posting a picture of his sister after her incredible weight loss journey, the ‘Super 30’ wrote, “Happy birthday Didi. Your newfound attitude to life and the things you have accomplished this past year are nothing less than extraordinary! In fact it’s almost magical. Keep going didi ! You are amazing and I love you”.
Furthermore, Hrithik Roshan celebrated 25 years of his debut film “Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai” with a special Instagram post. Sharing many pictures of the notes that he wrote ahead of the shooting of the film as part of his preparation, he wrote in the caption, “My notes from 27 years ago. Prepping as an ACTOR for my first movie ‘Kaho Na Pyaar Hai’, I remember how nervous I was. Still am when starting a movie. I’d be embarrassed sharing these, but after 25 years of being in the industry I guess I can handle it. Then to now, what’s changed? I see these pages and realise, absolutely nothing. Good thing? Bad thing? It’s just how it is (sic)”.
Bollywood
Saif Ali Khan Stabbing Case: Bandra Court Sends Accused Shariful Islam To 14 Days Of Judicial Custody, Rejects Police Demand For 2-Day Extension
Mumbai: In the Saif Ali Khan stabbing case, the Metropolitan Magistrate Court, Bandra sent the accused, Shariful Islam, to judicial custody for 14 days.
The court has rejected the police’s demand for a two-day extension of custody.
The court advised the police to read the new BNS. It also stated that if new evidence emerges during the investigation, police custody can be sought again as per the new BNS laws.
The court said in the current situation, extending the accused’s police custody cannot be justified.
Bollywood
‘What A Shame, Face Consequences’: Prakash Raj Files Complaint Against Those Sharing His FAKE Maha Kumbh Photo
Veteran actor Prakash Raj, who often makes headlines for his controversial statements, has slammed those spreading his fake photo from Sangam amid Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. A picture is being widely circulated on social media platforms, showing the actor taking a holy dip. However, on Wednesday (January 29), Prakash Raj took to his official X account to inform that the photo is fake.
The Singham actor shared a screenshot of the picture, which was originally shared by a Facebook user with the caption, “Hope all his sins are forgiven and removed.”
Reacting to the picture, the actor said that it is a ‘shame’ that people are spreading fake news during Maha Kumbh. He also mentioned in his post that he has filed a police complaint against those who shared the AI-generated photo.
“FAKE NEWS ALERT… The last resort of bigots and coward army of ‘Feku Maharaj’ is to stoop down and spread FAKE NEWS.. even during their Holy ceremony.. what a SHAME .. Complaint has been filed against the Jokers .. face the consequences,” he wrote.
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Prakash Raj is no stranger to controversies, given his outspoken nature when it comes to sharing his political views. The renowned actor frequently finds himself entangled in such situations.
Meanwhile, on the work front, the actor will be seen in films like Retro, Jana Nayagan, Father, Big Picture, Miracle, Sathuranga Vettai 2, Goodachari 2, Pen Adimai Illai, Agni Siragugal and more.
It may be noted that Bollywood celebrities like Kabir Khan, Remo D’Souza, Anupam Kher, Hema Malini and Mamta Kulkarni visited Maha Kumbh and took the holy dip.
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