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‘I was asked to sleep with…’ – Ankita Lokhande recalls horrific casting couch experience
In an interview with Hauterrfly, popular TV show actress Ankita Lokhande talked about her casting couch experience. While she now has been in the industry for quite some time, there was once a time she was one of the struggling artists.
Without revealing the name, she recalls that it occurred when she was just 19 and looking to make a name for herself. She revealed that after an audition for a south film, she received a call asking her to come sign up for the role.
At first, Ankita was very happy to hear the news and even told her mother that she was going to get the role. However, she also wondered how she was able to get the role so easily.
“When I reached there, my coordinator was told to remain outside, and she was called inside the room alone. I was told that I have to compromise,” she said.
At the time, Ankita revealed she was in the phase of “heroine banna hai (I want to become an actress)”. When asked what kind of compromise? She was told to sleep with the producer to get the role. “The reply came straight cut, ‘Apko producer ke sath sona padega’,” she said.
Strong will and self-respect
Finally getting to know why she was called for the role so quickly, Ankita responded to the offer. She said, “I don’t think your producer needs talent; he just needs a girl to sleep with, and I am not that one, and I just walked off.”
Later on, Ankita rose to fame after getting a role in a popular Indian television series in 2009 called ‘Pavitra Rishta’. The show also featured Sushant Singh Rajput and became an instant hit, running for years before coming to a close.
The show further helped in exposing her talent to the country, opening many more opportunities. She also appeared in many more TV series and reality shows like Bigg Boss S17. She is set to make an appearance in an upcoming film called ‘Swatantra Veer Savarkar’.
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Keerthy Suresh Addresses Career Rumors Amid Wedding Buzz
Keerthy Suresh has been dominating headlines recently, not only for her dreamy wedding to entrepreneur Antony Thattil but also for her professional ventures. Actress Keerthy Suresh is known for her stellar performances, is making her Bollywood debut opposite Varun Dhawan in Baby John.
However, amidst the celebrations, rumors have surfaced suggesting Keerthy might step away from films. Speculations began circulating due to her currently having only two projects in the pipeline: Revolver Rita and Kannivedi. Fans noticed that she hasn’t announced any new projects beyond these, fueling the chatter.
Despite the buzz, it’s essential to note that these are unverified reports, and Keerthy has not made any statements regarding stepping back from films.
The Mahanati star recently tied the knot with her high-school sweetheart, Antony Thattil, in a grand yet intimate wedding at the St. Regis Resort in Goa. The celebration featured a traditional Hindu wedding followed by a Christian ceremony. The event was graced by several film industry A-listers, including Thalapathy Vijay, Trisha Krishnan, Atlee, Priya, and Kalyani Priyadarshan.
Keerthy returned to work soon after the wedding, promoting Baby John alongside Varun Dhawan. During her first post-wedding appearance, the actress sported mehendi-clad hands and her mangalsutra, honoring her South Indian traditions.
Fans eagerly await confirmation about her future projects as she continues to balance her personal and professional life.
Entertainment
Taimur Ali Khan Turns 8: Family Celebrates with Intimate Birthday Bash
Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan’s son, Taimur Ali Khan, celebrated his 8th birthday with an intimate family gathering. The event was attended by close friends and relatives, creating cherished memories. Inside glimpses from the birthday celebration reveal heartwarming moments and thoughtful details.
Kareena Kapoor shared a picture on her Instagram stories showcasing football-themed return gifts for guests. The customized bags featured a jersey design with Jeh’s name, the number 10, a football, and a shoe. Tied with sea-green ribbons, the bags included a thank-you note reading, “Thank you for coming, Love-Tim.” Among the guests were Karan Johar’s twins, Roohi and Yash, seen leaving the celebration with personalized gifts bearing their names.
Aunt Saba Pataudi took to social media to share heartfelt birthday wishes and glimpses of the fun-filled event. Her video included adorable moments of Taimur with Jeh and their grandmother, Sharmila Tagore. Highlights included men dressed as Iron Man and Captain America lifting Taimur and his friend, and a touching moment of the Pataudi brothers bonding. Jeh, sporting a Batman tattoo and holding a French fry, added to the charm.
Saba’s caption expressed pride in Taimur, wishing him happiness, success, and love while congratulating his parents on raising a “star.” Saif Ali Khan’s sister, Soha Ali Khan, and her husband, Kunal Kemmu, also graced the celebration with their presence.
The birthday bash was a perfect blend of fun, love, and family warmth, making Taimur’s 8th birthday truly special.
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Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan Attend Daughter Aaradhya’s School Event Together
Amid rumors about their relationship, Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan attended their daughter Aaradhya Bachchan’s annual day event at Dhirubhai Ambani School on Thursday evening. The couple was joined by Amitabh Bachchan, who came to support his granddaughter.
Aishwarya, dressed in a black suit with a printed dupatta, and Abhishek, casually clad in a hoodie and pants, were seen leaving the venue together with Aaradhya. A clip shared online showed Aaradhya, in her event costume, quickly getting into the car with her mother. Abhishek followed and sat in the front seat while Aishwarya and Aaradhya shared the back seat. As the car departed, Aishwarya was seen lovingly interacting with Aaradhya, holding her face and smiling.
During the event, Abhishek was seen holding Aishwarya’s hand as they entered the school. He also assisted her with her dupatta to ensure she didn’t trip. The couple actively participated, recording Aaradhya’s performance and cheering her on. Abhishek even danced with the students, showcasing his playful side.
The star-studded event was attended by several Bollywood families. Shah Rukh Khan, along with Gauri Khan and their daughter Suhana Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Taimur, Jeh, and Karisma Kapoor, were present to support their children.
The public appearance comes after rumors of tension between Aishwarya and Abhishek surfaced in July. Speculations arose when Aishwarya and Aaradhya attended Anant Ambani’s wedding separately from the rest of the Bachchan family. However, their united presence at Aaradhya’s school event seemingly puts the rumors to rest.
Abhishek Bachchan was last seen in Shoojit Sircar’s I Want to Talk, which released on November 22. Aishwarya’s latest work was Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan: Part 2.
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