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Ratna Pathak Shah Reveals Being Unemployed For a Year Because Of This Reason. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Ratna Pathak Shah has some news for you if you have ever thought that it gets easier for Bollywood actors. The famed and critically acclaimed actress revealed shocking details after walking the red carpet at Cannes 2024. Ratna revealed that she has been unemployed for a year because she does not have social media.

While attending the Cannes Film Festival, the actor brought attention to the fact that, in the age of Instagram, an actor’s chances of getting work are determined by the quantity of their social media followers.

When asked if an actor’s appearance matters more than their skill, Ratna answered candidly while speaking with Brut. She disclosed, “Yes, the answer is simply yes. She continued, “I don’t know how to blame actors for that because these are the things that...

Actress Rupali Ganguly, renowned for her roles in popular series like ‘Anupama’ and ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, made headlines as she joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (Bjp) ahead of the third phase of Lok Sabha elections. The significant event unfolded at the party’s headquarters in Delhi, graced by senior Bjp leaders, including national general secretary Vinod Tawde.

Rupali Ganguly’s Political Leap

Expressing her admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his governance, Ganguly made her political allegiance clear. Her decision to align with the Bjp resonated with her belief in Modi’s vision and leadership.

The announcement sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with fans and colleagues alike expressing surprise and curiosity about Ganguly’s foray into politics. Producer Rajan Shahi, lauding her dedication and work ethic, extended his support and urged fans to rally behind her.

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Best known for her portrayal of soap characters such as ‘Monisha Sarabhai’ and ‘Anupamaa’, popular TV actress Rupali Ganguly became the latest entertainment world celebrity to take the plunge into politics.

Daughter of a successful filmmaker who started acting as a child artiste, the 47-year-old TV star’s entry into the Bjp on Wednesday is a new milestone in her crowded life.

Ganguly, who was born and raised in Mumbai, started her acting career with her father’s 1985 film ‘Saaheb’. The film featured Anil Kapoor, Amrita Singh and Raakhee in the lead roles.

She made her TV debut with the show ‘Sukanya’, which was aired in the year 2000, but Ganguly got her big break when she played Dr Simran Chopra in the 2003 medical drama ‘Sanjivani: A Medical Boon’.

She then gained wider recognition with her portrayal of Monisha in the 2004 sitcom ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’.

Thereafter, she has been cast in...

Rupali Ganguly’s Journey to Stardom: In the realm of Indian television, few names resonate as profoundly as Rupali Ganguly. Her portrayal of the titular character in the widely acclaimed show “Anupamaa” has captured the hearts of audiences across the nation. Premiering on Star Plus in 2020, “Anupamaa” swiftly ascended to the zenith of viewership charts, firmly establishing itself as the number one serial.

The Charismatic Essence of Rupali Ganguly’s Role in “Anupama”

Within the narrative fabric of “Anupamaa,” Rupali Ganguly embodies the essence of a strong, middle-class matriarch, seamlessly navigating the complexities of familial dynamics. Her portrayal resonates deeply with viewers, who find solace and relatability in her character’s journey as a devoted mother, wife, and ideal daughter-in-law.

A Glimpse into Rupali Ganguly’s Life: Unveiling Unknown Facts

As Rupali Ganguly celebrates her 47th birthday today, it’s worth delving into the lesser-known facets of her life. Born on April 5, 1977, in Mumbai,...

Mumbai, Feb 14 (Ians) On the Valentine’s Day, the ‘Anupamaa’ fame actress Rupali Ganguly showcased her affection for her husband, sharing a touching video capturing their connection, emphasising the beauty of their unspoken understanding and mutual love.

The actress, who enjoys 2.9 million followers on Instagram shared a Reel video, in which we can see her husband Ashwin K Verma chopping onions in the kitchen.

As Rupali approaches the wash basin, casually placing a dirty plate, her attention momentarily shifts to her phone. Meanwhile, her husband swiftly begins chopping onions.

In a subtle yet poignant display of their unspoken connection, Rupali instinctively starts washing the plate, seamlessly synchronising their actions without uttering a word.

The video was titled as: “How we communicate.”

The ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’ fame actress captioned the post as: “Bina Bole Ek Dusre ki baat samajhna is not talent, it’s love! Happy Valentine’s Day @ashwinkverma.”

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Actress Rupali Ganguly who is known for her roles in ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, ‘Anupamaa’ and others, has a quirky take on work and personal life balance, adding that nothing is difficult if you have a supportive partner. Rupali shared a Reel, wherein she can be seen getting ready in her vanity.

Rupali is wearing an orange coloured chikankari kurta, and her hair is styled in a wavy manner.

In the video, it is heard: “When someone asks how do I balance my work life and personal life?”

She replies to this question by lip syncing to the track ‘Kajra Re’, and acts on the line ‘Mera chain wain sab ujda’.

The song ‘Kajra Re’ is sung by Alisha Chinai, Javed Ali and Shankar Mahadevan. It is from the movie ‘Bunty Aur Babli’.

Rupali captioned the video: “Kuch bhi mushkil nahi hai if you have a supportive partner like@ashwinkverma.”

She...

Actress Rupali Ganguly, who is known for her roles in ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, ‘Anupamaa’ and others, began the New Year on a spiritual note by visiting Vaishno Devi temple in Katra, Jammu.

Taking to Instagram, Rupali shared some glimpses from her visit to the temple.

In the string of photos, we can see the 46-year-old actress wearing a red salwar suit and a green jacket. She completed the look with bangles and a bindi. She is posing in the temple complex.

The photos were captioned: “Jai Mata Di Wish you all a fabulous 2024.”

She gave the tune of ‘Aigiri Nandini’ to her post.

Rupali is currently seen as the lead in the show ‘Anupamaa’. The show is based on Bengali series ‘Sreemoyee’. It also stars Sudhanshu Pandey as Vanraj, Madalsa Sharma and Gaurav Khanna.

It airs on Star Plus.

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Mumbai, Dec 10 (Ians) Actress Rupali Ganguly, who is known for her roles in ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, ‘Anupamaa’ and others, on Sunday attended a ‘Saree Walkathon’ for an initiative for furry friends, and met “precious” Sonali Bendre, and “favourite” singer Falguni Pathak.

Taking to Instagram, Rupali shared a string of photos, wherein we can see her wearing a saree and posing with Sonali Bendre, Sonali Kulkarni, Mini Mathur, Falguni, Jannat Zubair and others. All the actresses were dressed in the saree.

Along with the photos, the 46-year-old actress penned a long note, which read: “Sun kissed and glowing… Every woman out there on this beautiful Sunday morning at Stride with Pride was beautiful. such a fantastic initiative @poonam.mahajan – my fellow fur babies ki sevadhaari Superb tha saree ke saath walking shoes Sareethon.”

“Anupamaa ne bhi yehi kiya tha … so good to see reel translate into real. Met precious people after...

Mumbai, Dec 10 (Ians) Actress Rupali Ganguly, who is known for her roles in ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, ‘Anupamaa’ and others, on Sunday attended a ‘Saree Walkathon’ for an initiative for furry friends, and met “precious” Sonali Bendre, and “favourite” singer Falguni Pathak.

Taking to Instagram, Rupali shared a string of photos, wherein we can see her wearing a saree and posing with Sonali Bendre, Sonali Kulkarni, Mini Mathur, Falguni, Jannat Zubair and others. All the actresses were dressed in the saree.

Along with the photos, the 46-year-old actress penned a long note, which read: “Sun kissed and glowing… Every woman out there on this beautiful Sunday morning at Stride with Pride was beautiful. such a fantastic initiative @poonam.mahajan – my fellow fur babies ki sevadhaari Superb tha saree ke saath walking shoes Sareethon.”

“Anupamaa ne bhi yehi kiya tha … so good to see reel translate into real. Met precious people after...

I’m sure there is a decent following for the Jd Majethia-Aatish Kapadia brand of comedy / humour. But then the following could be for the generation who loved watching ‘Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai’ then and binge watching now too (like this author) and even ‘Khichdi’ when it aired as a sitcom. In 2010 the producer director took the plunge and scaled Khichdi from a sitcom to ‘Khichdi: The Movie’. Guess it was still fine when the population had little choice.

Cut to 2023, more than a decade after the ‘Khichdi’ first installment, things have changed dramatically, the audience who were young then have grown older. The youth of today is exposed to enormous amount of content available from across the globe in all the genres, then what tempted the makers to dish out a two hour feature length film with such a wierd title ‘Khichdi 2: Mission Paanthukhistan’.

The title itself hints what...

I’m sure there is a decent following for the Jd Majethia-Aatish Kapadia brand of comedy / humour. But then the following could be for the generation who loved watching ‘Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai’ then and binge watching now too (like this author) and even ‘Khichdi’ when it aired as a sitcom. In 2010 the producer director took the plunge and scaled Khichdi from a sitcom to ‘Khichdi: The Movie’. Guess it was still fine when the population had little choice.

Cut to 2023, more than a decade after the ‘Khichdi’ first installment, things have changed dramatically, the audience who were young then have grown older. The youth of today is exposed to enormous amount of content available from across the globe in all the genres, then what tempted the makers to dish out a two hour feature length film with such a wierd title ‘Khichdi 2: Mission Paanthukhistan’.

The title itself hints what...

Actor Sumeet Raghavan, who is known for his work in the sitcom ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, and the show ‘Wagle Ki Duniya’, has called his character of Rajesh Wagle the “captain of the ship” given his demeanour and nature in the show.

‘Wagle Ki Duniya’ depicts the daily trials and tribulations of the Wagle family, while also focusing on pertinent issues faced by the common man. The recent episodes of the show centre around breast cancer, a disease that affects numerous women across the globe.

Sumeet spoke about his on-screen wife Vandana’s (Pariva Pranati) character and her courageous battle against breast cancer, emphasising the important role of the entire family in offering endless support during this challenging journey.

He said: “Rajesh is like the captain of the ship at home, taking care of his parents, kids, and his wife, Vandana. It’s not an easy job, but he does it...

Actor Sumeet Raghavan, who is known for his work in the sitcom ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, and the show ‘Wagle Ki Duniya’, has called his character of Rajesh Wagle the “captain of the ship” given his demeanour and nature in the show.

‘Wagle Ki Duniya’ depicts the daily trials and tribulations of the Wagle family, while also focusing on pertinent issues faced by the common man. The recent episodes of the show centre around breast cancer, a disease that affects numerous women across the globe.

Sumeet spoke about his on-screen wife Vandana’s (Pariva Pranati) character and her courageous battle against breast cancer, emphasising the important role of the entire family in offering endless support during this challenging journey.

He said: “Rajesh is like the captain of the ship at home, taking care of his parents, kids, and his wife, Vandana. It’s not an easy job, but he does it...

Actor Vaibhavi Upadhyaya, who played the role of Jasmine in the iconic show ‘Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai’ has died in a road accident. Vaibhavi’s co-actors Rupali Ganguly, Satish Shah, Deven Bhojani and J D Majethia have mourned her death.

Taking to Twitter, Satish wrote: “Vaibhavi Upadhyay, aka Jasmin in our serial Sarabhai vs Sarabhai a fine actor and a colleague left for heavenly abode yday. The whole SvS team is in a shock.”

J.D Majethia took to his Instagram stories, where he mentioned that she passed away in a road accident in the North.

“Unbelievable that life can be so unpredictable. A very fine actress and a dear friend Vaibhavi upadhyay very popularly known as ” jasmine ” of Sarabhai vs Sarabhai passed away. She met with an accident in north and the family will bring her to mumbai tomorrow morning around 11 am for last rites. Rest in peace Vaibhavi.”

He also shared her cremation details,...

Actor Sumeet Raghavan, who is essaying the role of Rajesh Wagle in the sitcom ‘Wagle Ki Duniya – Nayi Peedhi Naye Kissey’, shared his excitement as he celebrated the most special day with the entire cast of his show.

Born on April 22, 1971, Sumeet had a blast on his birthday with the team and crew members.

He said: “Over the last two years, I’ve always celebrated all my milestones with my reel life family. They have become an integral part of my day-to-day life and any moment that is not shared with them feels incomplete. This year was no exception and we all had a great time together. They brought in multiple cakes and we must’ve spent around 20 minutes just cutting them all.”

The 51-year-old actor, who is known for his TV shows such as ‘Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai’, ‘Sajan Re Jhoot Mat Bolo’, ‘Badi Doooor Se Aaye Hai’, among others...

Rupali Ganguly, who plays the titular character in the popular show ‘Anupamaa’, said that the show has given her much more respect and fame. With the show she has become the most loved daughter-in-law, wife and mother on screen.

Talking about the success she got after being part of the show, she said: “It took me twenty-two years to be at the place I am today. My journey has been a rollercoaster ride with being a part of many shows with different genres from one another. Instead of calling me by my real name, people often refer to me as Anupama, which makes me feel proud.”

From starting her acting career at the age of 7 in her father, Anil Ganguly’s film ‘Saaheb’ in 1885, Rupali became a household name in the television industry by playing the role of Monisha in the 2004 sitcom ‘Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai’. Later, she acted in ‘Baa Bahoo Aur Baby...

Mumbai, March 13 (Ians) Veteran actress and director Ratna Pathak Shah, who is remembered for playing snobbish socialite woman Maya Sarabhai in popular sitcom ‘Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai’, is happy to collaborate with Jamnadas Majethia and Aatish Kapadia again for the web series ‘Happy Family: Conditions Apply’.

However, she said that this time her character Hemlata is going to be completely different from Maya Sarabhai.

She shared: “Hemlata is a complicated character to play, it’s not easy as Maya Sarabhai, it’s also not one dimensional so it definitely was a challenge, when Atish narrated and as the episode progressed the character too was having a good graph, the both character of Hemlata and Maya are outspoken in their own completely different ways, And I hope this character works out she is not smooth but yet she is charming.”

The 65-year-old actress has done theatre, films and TV. She has been...

Actor Rajesh Kumar has opened up about the challenges he faced when he started his organic farming project this year in Mumbai.

"My memories of this year are related to the farm which I will cherish forever. It was my first experience of farming in Mumbai and I have seen the floods and I have seen the pandemic. So, my first year started with a big bang," said the actor, who shot to fame playing Roshesh Sarabhai in the popular sitcom, "Sarabhai vs Sarabhai"

However, he has no regrets on how the year has passed.

"It wasn't disappointing but concerning. Every single moment we were concerned about the safety and health of our nation. And I always felt that the mortality rate should not go high and we were praying for that. Rather than thinking about what went wrong, the six months actually passed with the alertness and awareness and...

Hotstar, India’s largest premium streaming platform synonymous for changing the landscape of digital content consumption in India, is now available in the United States. Hotstar will treat users in the Us to a highly evolved video streaming experience and attention to quality while they enjoy the best of Indian entertainment from everyone’s favourite Star TV channels.

Hotstar made a splash at New York’s iconic attraction, Times Square, where passers-by are in for a feast of colors and glamor this fortnight. Presenting a glimpse of the eclectic entertainment, the screens showcase the range of content from the hottest cricket action, Pro Kabaddi league and other premium sports, to the best in television drama and the biggest movie titles from across India.

Hotstar is your ticket to India’s leading TV shows, movies and sports available in 8 languages. In line with its offering to watch your favourite content on demand anywhere,...

Mumbai, Feb 16: Actor Sumeet Raghavan feels no sitcom on Hindi television has come close to being as good as "Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai". He even admits that post the show, the comedy genre has become a cakewalk for him.

"Unfortunately or fortunately, I have done a show called 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai' and after that, all comedies for me are child's play. I don't want to talk ill about anything, but the kind of benchmark that 'Sarabhai...' set, it is tough to even come close to that. I am glad I got to be a part of it," Sumeet told Ians.

The actor is currently seen in Colors' "Nautanki: The Comedy Theatre", which has brought Broadway.

New Delhi, May 16: Viewers enjoyed every episode of "Sarabhai vs Sarabhai", the funny story of a dysfunctional family, and have been waiting for its next season. But there won't be a second edition of the comedy, says Deven Bhojani who directed it.

"'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai' was a show that was ahead of its times and that is what clicked so well with the viewers. But the show won't come back with its second season," Deven told Ians.

"The entire cast is busy with something or the other and I don't want to replace the characters because that.

Ratna Pathak Shah, who was last seen in Golmaal 3, will be seen next in Shakun Batra's Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu. The film stars Imran Khan and Kareena Kapoor in lead roles and Ratna plays Imran's mother in the film. Ratna had earlier played Imran Khan's mother in Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na, but character she plays is in Emaet is a complete contrast to the one she played in the former film. Her role is somewhat on the lines of the character of Maya Sarabhai, she portrayed in the hit sitcom Sarabhai vs Sarabhai. In Emaet, she plays Boman Irani's wife who is an extremely fashion conscious woman. Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu is a rom-com produced by Karan Johar and will release on February 10, 2012.

Ratna Pathak Shah, who was last seen in Golmaal 3, will be seen next in Shakun Batra's Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu. The film stars Imran Khan and Kareena Kapoor in lead roles and Ratna plays Imran's mother in the film. Ratna had earlier played Imran Khan's mother in Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na, but character she plays is in Emaet is a complete contrast to the one she played in the former film. Her role is somewhat on the lines of the character of Maya Sarabhai, she portrayed in the hit sitcom Sarabhai vs Sarabhai. In Emaet, she plays Boman Irani's wife who is an extremely fashion conscious woman. Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu is a rom-com produced by Karan Johar and will release on February 10, 2012.