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Monika

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Posted: 18 years ago

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Kahani Parvati ki

Saakshi Tanwar, who has been around for a decade, talks about not getting her due credit, marriage and living alone in Mumbai…

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Reena Thapar Kapoor

Sakshi Tanwar's new look

• The generation leap in Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki has received a lukewarm response. Does that bother you?

Every time a show takes a time leap, critics are waiting to write it off. As an actor, I'm well aware that there are two sections of people, one who like it and the other who can't wait to write it off. This isn't the first leap that Kahani… has taken. I've seen the same reaction and criticism during the first leap. Now I take both, the applause and the criticism in my stride.

• The likes of Smrit Irani and Aamna Shariff are always in the news. Don't you think that it's important for actors to be in the news?

The names that you've just mentioned are highly successful. They have had their share of struggle. What they are today isn't because of making headlines; their talent plays a vital role in their success story.

I keep a low profile because I'm a private person. I don't have anything to say to the press. I do come out of my shell and give interviews on and off. But given a choice I'd rather stay away from the media glare.

• Are you wary of the press?

I've no reasons to be wary of the press or for that matter, anyone. I'm a private person and I'm happy that way.

• What do you do when not shooting?

I love chilling out at home. Going for long walks, reading and inviting friends over for dinner is what I do when I'm not working. Not many people know that I'm a great cook. In fact, I used to be a big time foodie but unfortunately, it starts showing on my body. Like, for the new look in Kahani…, Manish Malhotra made me lose a good 5 kilos. I've been going easy on food ever since.

• Your colleagues are doing more than one show. Do you feel the need to take up more work?

I'm willing to do more work but on my own terms and condition. To begin with, I can't take up another daily show, as Kahani… keeps me on my toes. I want a great role that will make me get out of my house on the days when I'm not working. Most producers want to cash in on my 'parvati' image. But I'd rather do a completely different role than get stuck in monotony.

• Does living alone in a city like Mumbai drive you crazy?

It does get lonely. But if you have your work to keep you busy, then you tend to ignore your loneliness. Also, my friends live a stone throw away from where I stay. Every time I feel the need to spend time with friends, I just drop by. Like my co-star and friend, Ali Asgar who was my neighbor earlier in Palm Court Complex has now moved to Versova. But we do make it a point to meet on and off. His wife is a lovely woman and a great cook.

• Any plans to settle down?

In my life, planning doesn't work. I believe in the institution of marriage and I'm sure there is someone for me. Unfortunately, I've yet to meet him. So, chances are that in a year or two I might settle down

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Shruti

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Posted: 18 years ago

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Mazhar down with jaundice
By: Shaheen Parkar
January 12, 2007

Mazher Sayedd

Mazher Sayedd was rushed to the hospital on January 4 after he was diagnosed as suffering from an acute case of hepatitis. The telly actor, who features as Sameer in Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii and Samar in Saat Phere, has been advised complete rest till January 21. As a result, he has been missing from both his shows since New Year's Eve.

High fever that refused to subside was a cause of worry for him for days. "I thought that I had the usual viral infection," says Mazher who is now recuperating at home from the jaundice attack.

"I took the necessary medication but the fever refused to go. I felt worse every passing day. Eventually I decided to get a blood test done which proved that I had hepatitis. That's when I realised why my eyes appeared a bit yellowish."

Complete bed rest

The actor spent four days at Sujoy Hospital, Juhu Scheme. "As it had not been detected in the preliminary stages, I needed hospital care," says the actor. "I am much better now but I have been medically advised not to tire myself. "

Mazher further adds that as soon as he was detected as suffering from hepatitis, he immediately informed the show's production house folk. "They were extremely co-operative and asked me to recover completely. As a result I have missing from both shows for over two weeks."

No kidding

Incidentally, during his college days (at Mithibai) Mazher had been struck by a case of hepatitis. "This is the second time I am suffering from jaundice and normally, people get it once and are immune to it." What he finds even more surprising is that the doctors have told him that the kind of hepatitis he is suffering from is what normally affects children! "That means I have not grown up still," he guffaws.

So who were the visitors at the hospital? "Several friends paid a visit, in fact quite a few of my co-actors did not even know about it as everything happened so suddenly."

Was his 'good friend' Moulli Ganguly a visitor at the hospital? "Yes, of course," laughs Mazher, who featured with her in Kahiin Kissi Roz.

http://www.mid-day.com/hitlist/2007/january/149998.htm

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Shruti

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Posted: 18 years ago

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Hey Ram!

The chanting of shlokas and assorted religious ditties seems to be reaching a peak on our soaps.

In the space of a half hour this week, I was subjected to a menagerie of religious invocations, mostly the 'Jai Ram, Sita Ram' variety, across three of the better watched channels. On Sahara One's Woh Rehne Wali Mehlon Ki, the travails of Parias she battles her marital woes were supplemented with some heavy duty chanting in the background.

(Courtesy: uk.startv.com)

Across at Zee, a recap of the weekly Ravan, not surprisingly, had similar chanting going on, just as Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii, running at the same time, had one of the innumerable Sanskrit shlokas they keep ready for emotionally charged scenes. Does this reflect some kind of social trend? Or is TV setting one? Do viewers belonging to all communities lovingly lap up these background scores (otherwise unconnected to the plot), or does the targeted viewership of these shows exclude other communities?

(Courtesy: www.setindia.com)

If some soaps rely on religious undertones, the others make do with Hindi film songs. For several episodes, Sony's Aisa Des Hai Mera used tracks from Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna to bring about the romance between the lead Rusty and Gaurav Chopra. Two weeks ago, Rakshanda Khan wooed her tele-hubby with a full rendition of the yesteryear song 'Bahon Mein Chale Aao' in Sahara's Kuch Apne Kuch Paraye, and Sinddoor's hero last week sat through a Bollywood item number enacted by a bar dancer, before he turned knight in shining armour and saved her from some goons.

This week, Sony's Kaajjal relied on the 1942-A Love Story track, Pyar Hua Chupke Se, to spark off the romance between the lead pair. Is television relying heavily on Bollywood songs, because original tracks, tried on some Sahara soaps, did not work? Or are Bollywood songs a sureshot way of getting viewer attention?

http://www.indiantelevision.com/special/boxpopuli/y2k7/jan/b oxpopuli2.htm

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Monika

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Posted: 18 years ago

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Saanp phere…

The shooting of Kahaani… came to a halt when its actors found a poisonous snake on the sets

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Ranjib Mazumder

Hiss-teria: The cast of Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii...

The sets of Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii turned into a mad-house recently when the actors found a two-and-a-half metre long snake hanging from the ceiling of the studio.

The incident happened at the Sankraman studio, where Ali Merchant aka Bharat and Kiran Dubey aka Rajeshwari were giving their shots. When contacted, Ali recalled, "It was one of the few light scenes, where we were just being ourselves. Suddenly, I noticed a long green-coloured rope-like thing hanging from the ceiling, but I didn't pay much attention to it. Soon afterwards, a unit hand noticed it and started screaming on the top of his voice. I was shocked when I realised that it was actually a snake and not a rope. Later, a snake charmer was called to take the slimy creature away. This held up the shooting for an hour."

"Actually, the studio where we were shooting is surrounded by bushes and trees. Incidents like this have happened before, when we have come across creepy- crawlies. But having a poisonous snake around was a bit scary," said Ali.

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Monika

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Posted: 18 years ago

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Achint on a high!

Achint Kaur's schedule is getting hectic by the day. Currently seen in Karam Apnaa Apnaa, not only is she making a comeback in Kyunki as Mandira, she has also commenced shooting for her new show Virrudh (produced by Smriti Irani and Applause Entertainment).

Regarding the yet-to-be-telecast show on Sony, Viruddh, she says with much relish, "I play Vedika, an alcoholic with a troubled past. But this time around it's not a negative character like Mandira in Kyunki, though you can't call her normal at the same time. The roughness of life has rubbed on her." Talking about her first day of shoot the actor adds, "It was my first day yesterday and I drove everybody mad on the sets when I put on my character Vedika. But it was great fun!"

Speaking about her comeback in Kyunki (Mandira her character in Kyunki is back from the gallows), Achint comments, "I can't say whether my character would remain the same or undergo a positive change. I have not got any creative brief on that. My shoot for Kyunki might happen in a week's time."

Achint who has earlier been part of shows like Kahaani and Kitty Party has quite a mixed bag of meaty roles in her kitty this time. Her penchant for intense histrionics has earned her a lot of accolades and we hope to catch her with the same spirit this time around too.

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Monika

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Posted: 18 years ago

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TAKE TEN: Arunima Sharma
By: Tushar Joshi
January 23, 2007

Arunima Sharma

She plays the youngest of the three sisters on Zee's Kasamh Se.

Arunima Sharma says she's having a good time playing the role of Rano.

Also appearing in Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii, the actress says she's open to doing more shows but doesn't want to do any films at the moment. Here are ten things you would like to know about her.

When is your birthday and what is your star sign?
Its on August 23 and am a cusp between Leo and Virgo.

Do you believe in astrology and numerology?
Yes, I do believe in astrology more than numerology.

Where were you born and which school did you go to?
I was born in Assam and did half my schooling from Kendriya Vidyalaya and other half from Convent Holy Christ School.

What was your first job? And how much was your first paycheque?
I was working in HLL right after college and was paid 4000 bucks a month for it. I remember blowing it all up for friends.

One thing you are really bad at doing?
I am terrible at driving.

What is your favourite smell?
I love all aqua smells, anything related to water.

Where in Mumbai would you rather be living?
I would love to stay in Bandra.

What cell phone do you use?
I use Nokia 6030.

What car do you use?
I drive the Maruti Zen.

Whom do you regret losing touch with?
There is this friend of mine in Iowa whom I have totally lost touch with. I miss her a lot.

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Shruti

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Posted: 18 years ago

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By Amit Narnoli

From Mehendi Tere Naam Ki to Vaidehi, Aruna Irani has come a long way. Vaidehi might have ended pre-maturely and her next serial Doli Saja Ke on Sahara, which was supposed to go on air in 2006, might be still waiting to see the light of the day, but the feisty lady is far from disheartened.

Excerpts from an interview:

Q When is your new serial Doli Saja Ke going on air? Wasn't it slated for a December premier?
It should go on air either by February end or early March. It's not in our hands to decide when the show will start. The channel (Sahara) wanted around one-and-a-half month's time for the promotion of Ghar Ek Sapna, which was lined up before my show. Since this is done for every show, I agreed. Even my show will require the same time period for promotion. After all, ultimately, it is me who will benefit.

Q What is Doli Saja Ke all about?
Isn't it too early to reveal that? You will find emotions, love, romance and drama as you have seen in my previous shows.

Q Have you chosen the name of this serial from your earlier film Doli Saja Ke Rakhna?
Actually, the shows' name is Babul Ki Bitiya Chali… Doli Saja Ke. It goes with the storyline of the serial and has no similarity to any of my films. Or for that reason, any of my previous serials either.

Q What was your experience doing a bold subject like Vaidehi?
Very nice but I think people are not yet ready for that kind of a show. Though we didn't talk about sex, we have to accept that the TV audiences are still very orthodox. I have also learnt that they couldn't digest the topic of male impotency.

Q Were you unhappy with Sony's response?
Not at all. I have no complaints against the channel. On the contrary they made it a daily show. But yes, the late night timing of 11.00 pm was wrong. One should understand that it's bedtime and the audience prefers light entertainment. Not rona dhona stuff.

Q Your favourite Sangeeta Ghosh was not there in Vaidehi and also in Doli...? What happened between the two of you?
We still share a strong bond. She is a thorough professional and a great human being. After seeing her in one of my serials, Yashji (Chopra) called me and praised her.

You are definitely going to see her in one of my upcoming serials.

Q Your serial Des Mein Nikla Hoga Chand was a big hit, but none of your other serials have repeated that success?

Just like Sholay and Mother India cannot be made every time; the same applies to my shows too. But from my side I put 100 per cent effort in all my shows to recreate that kind of a magic.

Q How do you manage acting in Kahani Ghar Ghar Kii and production?

There is nothing to manage as I have to give only seven days in month to that show. You are also going to see me in Doli Saja Ke... but only after three-four months. It will be a different kind of an entry.

Q Considering that your husband Kuku Kohli is a director and you are a producer, are there any plans for films?

Definitely. If the chance comes, yes. At present I want to be only with my TV audiences. I can't predict the future but this doesn't mean that I am not open to doing films. Who knows, I may start doing theatre suddenly.

http://www.deccan.com/TV%20Guide/TV%20GuideDescription.asp#S hweta%20Gulati%20says%20no%20to%20saas-bahu%20stuff

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Monika

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Posted: 18 years ago

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Aruna Irani's a real perfectionist !!

Aruna Irani has been a name synonymous with successful television shows like Mehendi Tere Naam Ki, Tum Bin Jaon Kahan, Des Mein Nikla Hoga Chand and Rabba Ishq Na Hove to name a few. Carrying further the marathon of her successful innings on television would be her new primetime show on SaharaOne, Doli Saja Ke Rakhna. The show would hit the airwaves by the end of the next month. Its star cast includes names like Anuj Saxena, Amit Sarin, Jaya Mathur, Surabhi Tiwari and Barkha Bisht.

Adds Barkha Bisht who plays the female lead Anupama in the show, "Aruna Ji is a perfectionist in the real sense of the word. She cannot settle for less if she is not getting the best out of you. Shooting with her is a lifetime experience and as an actor I have learnt a lot during the shoot of the show."

The show is the story of a girl who has to go through the tribulations of losing her mother, living with a step-mom and finally coming to terms with the complexity of her circumstances.

Barkha Bisht who is also hosting an entertainment show further adds, "It has been one of my most touching moments shooting for the new show. The sensibilities involved into my portrayal have made me aware of the finer human feelings. I am sure the audience is going to have a great time watching the show."

Amit Sareen, who plays the lead opposite Barkha says, "I play Chatainya in the show and it is one of my finest performances. That's all I can say about it at the moment."

Taking a cue from Zee's success with soaps, SaharaOne is also sprucing up its primetime in a bid to woo more audience attention. With Aruna Irani's new show being part of the same strategy, we hope it turns out to be a great success story.

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Monika

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Posted: 18 years ago

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Mouli and Mazhar to marry this year

Of course, Mazhar is planning to buy a house for themselves first

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Kavita Shyam

Kahani ghar ki: Mazar Sayed

Mouli Ganguly and Mazhar Syed are all set to tie the knot this year. Although the couple has been tightlipped about their relationship over the years, the buzz is that they are planning to get married soon.

Now that Mouli has already proved her acting prowess in serials Kahin Kissi Roz, Sarkar and Resham Dankh and Mazhar's career is going great guns with Saath Phere and Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii, marriage seems the next best option for the couple. According to the grapevine, Mazhar is also planning to buy a new house where they will be staying after their marriage.

Future perfect: Mouli Ganguly

Says Mazhar, "Let's see, if everything goes well, marriage is certainly on the cards, any time this year. Mouli and I enjoy each other's company and would love to get married. I am planning to buy a flat either in Versova or Juhu."

Will religion be a hindrance in their marriage? "I think love is universal and religion won't be a hindrance as far as our relationship is concerned," says Mazhar.

Mouli, who has been keeping a low profile after Resham Dankh and has been turning down offers for some time, says, "I don't have immediate plans for marriage but it's definitely on the cards. Since I am not working for a while, many of my friends thought I was already married and congratulated me for the same. I have never been very vocal about my relationship and am enjoying life."

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Monika

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Posted: 18 years ago

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Aroona Irani's negative act

Queen bee of soaps, Ekta Kapoor loves to shock viewers with her unexpected twists and turns in her saas bahu soaps. The recent re-entry of Daksha Ben in Kyunki being a case in point. Sometime back, the generation leap in Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki, along with Parvati's new look and the entry of veteran actor Aroona Irani helped her boost her TRPS

For the uninitiated, Aroona Irani has been shown as a friend, philosopher and guide to Parvati. Now, the buzz goes, that the audience will receive a big shock when Aroona Irani would turn negative. This will also go to add on to Parvati's non-ending emotional battle, and her unending tears.

Irani's role was initially only for three months but going by the viewer feedback, looks like the track is being carried forward. Also, since her own show Doli Saja Ke for Sahara One has got delayed, now the producer can focus on Ekta's show for the moment. .

So, are we all ready for the shock when Aruna shows her true colours ?

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