Mumbai, Aug 24 (Ians) Veteran Bollywood and Marathi film actress Seema R. Deo – who essayed a key role in Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s superhit film ‘Anand’ (1971) – passed away here following a prolonged illness, family sources said on Thursday.
She was 81 and breathed her last at a private hospital on Thursday morning after a long battle with Alzheimer’s and other ailments.
Born in Mumbai as Nalini Saraf, Seema Deo is survived by her two sons, actor Ajinkya and director Abhinay.
According to family sources, her body was shifted from the hospital to her son’s residence in Bandra and later was taken in a procession to Dadar to enable film industry people to pay their last respects.
Her last rites were performed at the Shivaji Park Crematorium with a large number of film personalities, fans and family members remaining present to bid a tearful adieu to Seema Deo.
The widow of late actor Ramesh Deo,...
She was 81 and breathed her last at a private hospital on Thursday morning after a long battle with Alzheimer’s and other ailments.
Born in Mumbai as Nalini Saraf, Seema Deo is survived by her two sons, actor Ajinkya and director Abhinay.
According to family sources, her body was shifted from the hospital to her son’s residence in Bandra and later was taken in a procession to Dadar to enable film industry people to pay their last respects.
Her last rites were performed at the Shivaji Park Crematorium with a large number of film personalities, fans and family members remaining present to bid a tearful adieu to Seema Deo.
The widow of late actor Ramesh Deo,...
- 8/24/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Parenthood can be tough and actress Pankhuri Awasthy Rode’s video is proof as her actor-husband got confused between their newborn twins. Pankhuri took to her Instagram, where she shared a reel detailing her journey of welcoming their babies in the world. The video showed the moments of the couple before and after they welcomed their newborns.
It started with a mirror selfie featuring the couple and then panned to the day before her delivery. It also portrayed the excitement and support of both families. It then showcases the welcoming the newborns home and how funnily Gautam got a bit confused between the two.
For the song, Pankhuri used the track ‘Khairiyat’ from the upcoming film ‘Gadar 2’, starring Ameesha Patel and Sunny Deol. The film is all set to release on August 11 and will be clashing with Akshay Kumar-starrer ‘Omg 2’.
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It started with a mirror selfie featuring the couple and then panned to the day before her delivery. It also portrayed the excitement and support of both families. It then showcases the welcoming the newborns home and how funnily Gautam got a bit confused between the two.
For the song, Pankhuri used the track ‘Khairiyat’ from the upcoming film ‘Gadar 2’, starring Ameesha Patel and Sunny Deol. The film is all set to release on August 11 and will be clashing with Akshay Kumar-starrer ‘Omg 2’.
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- 8/6/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, April 29 (Ians) Vahbiz Dorabjee, who worked in TV shows such as ‘Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahani’, ‘Savitri’,’Saraswatichandra’, ‘Bahu Hamari Rajnikant’, among others, expressed her wish to participate in a dance-based reality show. She also shared her interest in dance and learning Kathak during her childhood days.
She said: “I would surely take a reality show based on dance. The all-time best dance show has always been ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’ so I would love to be a part of it.”
Talking about her love for dance, Vahbiz said: “I love dancing, and I really respect people who are great dancers. During my childhood, my mom sent me to lots of classes. I learnt Kathak for 5 years because it was compulsory in my school. As I grew up, I also did a lot of courses and I really look up to people who dance really well, it’s really magical.
She said: “I would surely take a reality show based on dance. The all-time best dance show has always been ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’ so I would love to be a part of it.”
Talking about her love for dance, Vahbiz said: “I love dancing, and I really respect people who are great dancers. During my childhood, my mom sent me to lots of classes. I learnt Kathak for 5 years because it was compulsory in my school. As I grew up, I also did a lot of courses and I really look up to people who dance really well, it’s really magical.
- 4/29/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
TV stars Gautam Rode and Pankhuri Awasthy are set to embrace parenthood after enjoying their married life for almost five years. The actors shared their happiness with their fans through an animated video that showed their journey from being in a relationship to getting married and finally now welcoming a new member of the family.
The couple wrote in the caption: “Our family is growing and as we embrace this new phase and prepare ourselves to don these new roles, we seek your blessings and best wishes!”
After their post, Rohit Purohit, Gauahar Khan, Maanvi Gagroo, Niyati Fatnani, and many of their industry friends congratulated the couple.
Gautam and Pankhuri got married on February 5, 2018.
On the work front, Pankhuri is known for being part of TV shows such as ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’, ‘Gud Se Meetha Ishq’, among others. On the other hand, Gautam worked in ‘Baa Bahoo Aur Baby...
The couple wrote in the caption: “Our family is growing and as we embrace this new phase and prepare ourselves to don these new roles, we seek your blessings and best wishes!”
After their post, Rohit Purohit, Gauahar Khan, Maanvi Gagroo, Niyati Fatnani, and many of their industry friends congratulated the couple.
Gautam and Pankhuri got married on February 5, 2018.
On the work front, Pankhuri is known for being part of TV shows such as ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’, ‘Gud Se Meetha Ishq’, among others. On the other hand, Gautam worked in ‘Baa Bahoo Aur Baby...
- 4/6/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Riding high on the success of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s latest blockbuster ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, actor Varun Kapoor is on cloud nine with the tremendous response and critical acclaim coming his way.
Having been a part of Bhansali’s television show ‘Saraswatichandra’ to bagging his debut film in Slb’s epic ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, the actor has some special memories. He tells of us about his first meeting with the iconic, incredible director.
“A few days after the audition (for Saraswatichandra), I got a call from the casting director’s office where I was told that ‘Varun, Bhansali sir wants to meet you. He wants to see whether the performance you gave was your own or the casting assistant had an influence on it’.
“I still remember very clearly when I was called to meet Slb sir at his office at 7pm. I reached the office by 6:30pm to calm my...
Having been a part of Bhansali’s television show ‘Saraswatichandra’ to bagging his debut film in Slb’s epic ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, the actor has some special memories. He tells of us about his first meeting with the iconic, incredible director.
“A few days after the audition (for Saraswatichandra), I got a call from the casting director’s office where I was told that ‘Varun, Bhansali sir wants to meet you. He wants to see whether the performance you gave was your own or the casting assistant had an influence on it’.
“I still remember very clearly when I was called to meet Slb sir at his office at 7pm. I reached the office by 6:30pm to calm my...
- 3/8/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Actor Sandesh Gour, who has been a part of shows like ‘Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya’, ‘Saraswatichandra’, ‘Shapath’, and ‘Badi Dooooor Se Aaye Hai’, is gearing up to play a protagonist in upcoming web series ‘Atrangi Ishq’, ‘Scar’ and ‘Free Ka Bunglow’. He says: “I’m glad to start my new year with three big and interesting […]...
- 12/30/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Core business is a phrase that got familiar with the arrival of corporate houses in the film business. Which is to say, they would stick to the business they came to do and know it better, rather than branch out into other businesses that may look lucrative but you knew little about.
In the film industry, too, the jobs were marked out for people who specialised in or were trained for the task.
But, when it comes to the film industry, every aspirant hopes to become an actor to start with, and aim for stardom. But, there are also those who just want to be a part of the filmmaking process and train to be a cinematographer, choreographer, editor, sound recordist, action director and so on - loosely defined in film parlance as technician.
Be it a star or a star secretary, a technician or an assistant in any department of filmmaking,...
In the film industry, too, the jobs were marked out for people who specialised in or were trained for the task.
But, when it comes to the film industry, every aspirant hopes to become an actor to start with, and aim for stardom. But, there are also those who just want to be a part of the filmmaking process and train to be a cinematographer, choreographer, editor, sound recordist, action director and so on - loosely defined in film parlance as technician.
Be it a star or a star secretary, a technician or an assistant in any department of filmmaking,...
- 2/21/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Sep 5 (Ians) TV actress Shivani Gosain has been a part of the small screen industry for over two decades, and she says she wants to do roles that are more than part of a moving crowd.
The actress has featured in shows like "Kasautii Zindagi Kay", "Saraswatichandra", and "Rang Badalti Odhani". She recently joined the cast of Ekta Kapoor's TV show "Naagin 5".
"The role should be interesting, strong and most importantly it should be challenging. I just don't want to play a role that is just a moving property in the crowd. I don't want to play roles for namesake, it should add to the storyline," she said.
Shivani plays Ritu Sharma, who is the stepmother of Bani (essayed by Surbhi Chandna) in "Naagin 5". She called Surbhi a "nice, hardworking, and well behaved girl".
Talking about her character, Shivani said: "It is a nice interesting role and my character is typically North Indian,...
The actress has featured in shows like "Kasautii Zindagi Kay", "Saraswatichandra", and "Rang Badalti Odhani". She recently joined the cast of Ekta Kapoor's TV show "Naagin 5".
"The role should be interesting, strong and most importantly it should be challenging. I just don't want to play a role that is just a moving property in the crowd. I don't want to play roles for namesake, it should add to the storyline," she said.
Shivani plays Ritu Sharma, who is the stepmother of Bani (essayed by Surbhi Chandna) in "Naagin 5". She called Surbhi a "nice, hardworking, and well behaved girl".
Talking about her character, Shivani said: "It is a nice interesting role and my character is typically North Indian,...
- 9/5/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Actor Gautam Rode has an interesting project this time: A photo series.
"They say a picture speaks a thousand words but our social media and the entire consumption of technology is moving us only towards videos."
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"There is a beauty of seeing a picture and making out what the story behind it might be. We grew up on comic books and that really played well on our imagination," Gautam said.
On the concept, the "Saraswatichandra" actor shared: "I am playing five different characters, in five different looks with different stories as well as time periods. It was quite a challenge as I may have reinvented myself in the past for my work but that happens once or twice a year, this was five-role changes in the span of a couple of days.
"But yes I've kept it real, there is...
"They say a picture speaks a thousand words but our social media and the entire consumption of technology is moving us only towards videos."
Also Read:?Fittrat: Krystle D'Souza is only interested in money
"There is a beauty of seeing a picture and making out what the story behind it might be. We grew up on comic books and that really played well on our imagination," Gautam said.
On the concept, the "Saraswatichandra" actor shared: "I am playing five different characters, in five different looks with different stories as well as time periods. It was quite a challenge as I may have reinvented myself in the past for my work but that happens once or twice a year, this was five-role changes in the span of a couple of days.
"But yes I've kept it real, there is...
- 9/30/2019
- GlamSham
A fashion designer depicts the reel look of the character which helps the viewers to understand the story better. In a tete-a-tete, with designer Reena Chopra popular show Ek Bhram Sarvagun Sampanna talks about her journey and future plans. ?
Exercepts from the interview!?
1. Please share your background of a costume designer since when you are designing a costume and your qualification also.?
In 2001, I became a fashion designer after graduating in the same course. I was fortunate enough to work with designer duo Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla in the film Devdas. It was a big break for me.
2. Which was your first show and how long has been the journey?
My first show on television was Agle Janam Mohe Bitiya Kijo. It was a great platform, to begin with. Post that, shows that gave me fame were Saraswatichandra with Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Dil Sambhal Ja Zaara, Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi,...
Exercepts from the interview!?
1. Please share your background of a costume designer since when you are designing a costume and your qualification also.?
In 2001, I became a fashion designer after graduating in the same course. I was fortunate enough to work with designer duo Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla in the film Devdas. It was a big break for me.
2. Which was your first show and how long has been the journey?
My first show on television was Agle Janam Mohe Bitiya Kijo. It was a great platform, to begin with. Post that, shows that gave me fame were Saraswatichandra with Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Dil Sambhal Ja Zaara, Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi,...
- 6/12/2019
- GlamSham
Actor Gautam Rode will have a two-minute solo Kathak performance in his first play. The play is titled "Aarohi" and will be premiering in Mumbai later this month.
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"Theatre is for you if you truly want to act and test yourself. There is no room for error as you are performing in front of a live audience," Gautam said in a statement.
The "Saraswatichandra" actor has essayed many strong roles on television, but never tried his hand at dancing.
"I am not a dancer. In fact, I have no formal training in dance. I hesitated when the play came to me wondering if this will be my cup of tea or not," he said. But then he saw it as a challenge.
"The last couple of months I have been training in and learning Kathak. What makes it all the more challenging...
Also Read:?Christmas comes early for Gautam Rode
"Theatre is for you if you truly want to act and test yourself. There is no room for error as you are performing in front of a live audience," Gautam said in a statement.
The "Saraswatichandra" actor has essayed many strong roles on television, but never tried his hand at dancing.
"I am not a dancer. In fact, I have no formal training in dance. I hesitated when the play came to me wondering if this will be my cup of tea or not," he said. But then he saw it as a challenge.
"The last couple of months I have been training in and learning Kathak. What makes it all the more challenging...
- 6/7/2019
- GlamSham
While fans of Star Plus’s hit soap Saraswatichandra scoured London streets in search of their favourite stars – Gautam Rode and Jennifer Singh Grover, Bradford based actor and Bollywood dancer Raj Parmar got the chance of a lifetime – not only to meet the actors but to show off his acting skills in the special UK scenes of the hit series.
The multi-talented actor, choreographer and presenter on Sunrise Radio in Bradford, was most recently seen on TV screens across the UK, in Channel 4’s Big Ballet with legendary dancer Wayne Sleep. Parmar, who beat 500 hopefuls for a much-coveted spot in the documentary, landed one of the lead roles as heinous villain Baron Von Rothbart in Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake. In a troupe of 18 plus-size dancers, Raj stood out as one of the two male dancers and the only Asian in the group.
However, as well as dancing, acting and...
The multi-talented actor, choreographer and presenter on Sunrise Radio in Bradford, was most recently seen on TV screens across the UK, in Channel 4’s Big Ballet with legendary dancer Wayne Sleep. Parmar, who beat 500 hopefuls for a much-coveted spot in the documentary, landed one of the lead roles as heinous villain Baron Von Rothbart in Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake. In a troupe of 18 plus-size dancers, Raj stood out as one of the two male dancers and the only Asian in the group.
However, as well as dancing, acting and...
- 4/26/2014
- by BollySpice Editors
- Bollyspice
Mumbai, Jan 24: TV actors like Deepika Singh and Gautam Rode have fond childhood memories of Republic Day of looking up in the sky for the thrilling flypast or watching the parade on TV.
Here are some actors of Star Plus' shows, reminiscing about the day:
Deepika Singh (Sandhya of "Diya Aur Baati Hum"): I have some very fond memories of Republic Day celebrations as a child. We would run to our terrace to watch the helicopters with tri-colour balloons as soon as we got a hint that the parade is over.
Gautam Rode (Saras of "Saraswatichandra"): January 26 marks a very important day in the history of our country..
Here are some actors of Star Plus' shows, reminiscing about the day:
Deepika Singh (Sandhya of "Diya Aur Baati Hum"): I have some very fond memories of Republic Day celebrations as a child. We would run to our terrace to watch the helicopters with tri-colour balloons as soon as we got a hint that the parade is over.
Gautam Rode (Saras of "Saraswatichandra"): January 26 marks a very important day in the history of our country..
- 1/24/2014
- by Leon David
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, Jan 21: Actress Monica Bedi, who too a break from her TV show "Saraswatichandra", is back and thanks her fans for accepting her character.
"I am happy to be back and I am grateful to all my fans who have so gracefully accepted me and my character in 'Saraswatichandra'," Monica, who plays the main protagonist's stepmother in the show, said in a statement.
The actress' character Gumaan has negative shades and her re-entry will heighten the drama.
According to a source, Monica has been away because the focus had shifted to Kumud's (played by Jennifer Winget) family.
"Saraswatichandra" airs on Star.
"I am happy to be back and I am grateful to all my fans who have so gracefully accepted me and my character in 'Saraswatichandra'," Monica, who plays the main protagonist's stepmother in the show, said in a statement.
The actress' character Gumaan has negative shades and her re-entry will heighten the drama.
According to a source, Monica has been away because the focus had shifted to Kumud's (played by Jennifer Winget) family.
"Saraswatichandra" airs on Star.
- 1/21/2014
- by Smith Cox
- RealBollywood.com
New Delhi, Nov 5: For television actor Gautam Rode, understanding a character and playing it to the best of his ability is more satisfying than hosting a show.
Gautam, who will host the sixth edition of celebrity dance show "Nach Baliye" going on air Nov 9 on Star Plus, is currently seen in the title role in the show "Saraswatichandra".
"Acting and anchoring are two sides of the same coin, but I prefer acting. I love playing a character and getting into the skin of it."
"Hosting for me is more like a stressbuster and its all about having fun. But acting is my first love and will always remain my priority," Gautam.
Gautam, who will host the sixth edition of celebrity dance show "Nach Baliye" going on air Nov 9 on Star Plus, is currently seen in the title role in the show "Saraswatichandra".
"Acting and anchoring are two sides of the same coin, but I prefer acting. I love playing a character and getting into the skin of it."
"Hosting for me is more like a stressbuster and its all about having fun. But acting is my first love and will always remain my priority," Gautam.
- 11/5/2013
- by Shiva Prakash
- RealBollywood.com
New Delhi, Nov 2: For Television actor Gautam Rode, understanding a character and playing it to the best of his ability, is more important than hosting a show.
Gautam, who will host the coming edition of celebrity dance show, "Nach Baliye 6" and is also seen in "Saraswatichandra" currently, says that he prefers acting to hosting.
"Acting and anchoring are two sides of the same coin but I prefer acting. I love playing a character and getting into the skin of it. Hosting for me is more like a stressbuster and its all about having fun. But acting is my first love and will always remain my priority," Gautam told Ians in.
Gautam, who will host the coming edition of celebrity dance show, "Nach Baliye 6" and is also seen in "Saraswatichandra" currently, says that he prefers acting to hosting.
"Acting and anchoring are two sides of the same coin but I prefer acting. I love playing a character and getting into the skin of it. Hosting for me is more like a stressbuster and its all about having fun. But acting is my first love and will always remain my priority," Gautam told Ians in.
- 11/2/2013
- by Diksha Singh
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, May 10: Monica Bedi, seen in a negative role in TV serial "Saraswatichandra", is amazed at the kind of love and recognition television is fetching her.
"I knew that television had grown tremendously and you become a household name. TV is very important and very big. It's the best way to reach the hearts of audiences, people are addicted to serials," she said.
"But I never knew that you get so much love, your work is noticed so fast, and you start getting awards," she added.
The 35-year-old was speaking Thursday on the sidelines of All India Achievers awards.
"Saraswatichandra", which comes on Star Plus.
"I knew that television had grown tremendously and you become a household name. TV is very important and very big. It's the best way to reach the hearts of audiences, people are addicted to serials," she said.
"But I never knew that you get so much love, your work is noticed so fast, and you start getting awards," she added.
The 35-year-old was speaking Thursday on the sidelines of All India Achievers awards.
"Saraswatichandra", which comes on Star Plus.
- 5/10/2013
- by Rahul Kapoor
- RealBollywood.com
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