Deep Saxena writes on Bollywood, OTT, television, food and culture for the daily Entertainment & Lifestyle supplement, HT City.
Articles by Deep Saxena
Prasoon Joshi and Malini Awasthi to perform at Ayodhya’s literature festival
Titled Timeless Ayodhya Literature and Art Festival, the two-day event starts on March 21 and will be held at the Raj Sadan palace.
Published on Mar 16, 2025 06:15 PM IST
Captain Rishabh Pant with Ravi Bishnoi steal the show at LSG's Holi celebrations
Lucknow Super Giants team members and support staff played colourful Holi in Lucknow and got soaked in the festivities with full masti and dhamaal
Published on Mar 15, 2025 05:33 PM IST
Holi delights | The loveable gujiya and its many avataars
Sweetshops and bakeries have gone all out to woo buyers with a variety of gujiyas and are innovating their best to get the edge. We take a look.
Updated on Mar 14, 2025 12:00 AM IST
Javed Ali: Ramzan brings out the best in me, there is a freshness in my voice
Singer Javed Ali reflects on what the holy month of Ramzan means to him. “I recorded Ishaqzaade, Tu Jo Mila and Tubelight song while observing roza,” he tells.
Published on Mar 12, 2025 04:59 PM IST
From Braj ki Holi, to Varanasi’s Masan Holi and Rishikesh’s Holi by the Ganga
Given the cultural diversity of India, the festival of colours in celebrated in unique ways in different parts of the country. Here’s a dekko
Updated on Mar 11, 2025 01:03 PM IST
Sukhwinder Singh: I am an offline person, not too interested in social media
Sharing how he charts out his own trajectory rather than following popular trends, singer Sukhwinder Singh says, “I am in no race or competition with anyone."
Updated on Mar 11, 2025 09:47 AM IST
Seema Kapoor: My writing began 34 years ago, during my divorce from Om Puri
Filmmaker and writer Seema Kapoor recently released her autobiography, Yun Guzri Hai Ab Talak, but the seed of writing the book was sown 34 years ago
Updated on Mar 08, 2025 05:14 PM IST
Neha Singh Mishra, Anupama Raag and Kantika Mishra on overcoming challenges
On International Women’s Day, we talk to performing artistes Neha Singh, Anupama Raag and Kantika Mishra from Lucknow about the biggest challenges they faced.
Updated on Mar 08, 2025 12:28 PM IST
International Women's Day: From fests to plays, a lot for women in Lucknow
To celebrate International Women’s Day, several events are being held in Lucknow that include exhibitions, plays, horse races, a shopping festival and more.
Updated on Mar 07, 2025 02:49 PM IST
Ramzan 2025: Feast on these offbeat savouries
With the holy month underway, give your iftar and sehri regulars a break. Here a few chefs share some offbeat choices of snacks
Published on Mar 07, 2025 01:18 AM IST
Music composer and singer Mithoon: Indie music and live shows are my focus now
Singer-composer Mithoon, who recently received Naushad Samman in Lucknow, says he is coming up with a 10-song independent ablum titled Master of Melody.
Published on Mar 06, 2025 02:12 PM IST
Horses in action at Lucknow Race Course: The Inheritor wins Army Commander Cup
The Inheritor zoomed past every other horse to win the Army Commander Cup in an exciting finish to a thoroughbred race held at Lucknow Race Course.
Published on Mar 04, 2025 05:02 PM IST
Abhishek Banerjee: Shooting during Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj was an adventure
Actor Abhishek Banerjee reflects on what it was like to shoot the film Maha Sangam in the middle of large crowds at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj
Published on Mar 04, 2025 01:24 PM IST
Quiz on Uttar Pradesh and Kathak ballet brings curtain on Dastak Fest in Lucknow
The Dastak Youth Festival concluded with a quiz and a spectacular Kathak dance drama Haman Hai Ishq Mastana at Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Academy in Lucknow.
Published on Mar 03, 2025 07:57 PM IST
Women's Premier League | UP Warriorz set to roar on home turf, meets fan army!
The UP Warriorz team hopes their local support base will turn up in large numbers as they play their first Women's Premier League match at home turf Lucknow.
Updated on Mar 02, 2025 10:48 AM IST
Honey Singh on negative comments: Hum yahan tabse hain jab YouTube bhi nahi tha
During a concert in Lucknow, Yo Yo Honey Singh spoke about his way of life; he also took a jibe at those who talk negative about him on YouTube podcasts.
Updated on Mar 01, 2025 03:55 PM IST
Amit Sadh on visiting La Martinere College, Lucknow: Proud of being a Martinian
Actor Amit Sadh got soaked in nostalgia on visiting his alma mater, La Martiniere College, in Lucknow. The 1997-passout visited college after nine years.
Updated on Feb 28, 2025 12:15 PM IST
Awadh Queer Pride March | LGBTQIA+ members call for acceptance and civil rights
To echo their voice and sentiments for more acceptance and civil right, the members LGBTQIA+ communities and allies held in Awadh Queer Pride March in Lucknow.
Published on Feb 25, 2025 05:14 PM IST
Composer-lyricist Mithoon, singer Pratibha Singh Baghel bag Naushad Samman
Composer, lyricist and singer Mithoon and singer Pratibha Singh Baghel were awarded Naushad Samman during two ceremonies held in Lucknow.
Updated on Feb 25, 2025 05:17 PM IST
India vs Pak cricket match | Head to eateries offering quirky deals, discounts
Cricket lovers in Lucknow are gearing up for the much-awaited India and Pakistan match today. Restaurants, discs, lounges are shelling out offers for the match.
Updated on Feb 23, 2025 01:29 PM IST
Ind vs Pak: Aparshakti Khurana, Angad Bedi, Saiyami Kher cheer for India
The nail-biting ICC Champions Trophy showdown, which is set to take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium today
Updated on Feb 23, 2025 01:47 PM IST
Maha Kumbh | Abhishek Banerjee, Shahana Goswami shoot for Bharat Bala's Khoj
Abhishek Banerjee-starrer Khoj, Boyapati Srinu’s Akhanda2 starring Balakrishna, Sanjay Mishra's film and documentaries are being shot at Maha Kumbh.
Updated on Feb 23, 2025 09:31 AM IST
Kanwaljit Singh on Sanya Malhotra and Mrs: Role reversal video is my prayaschit
After playing a patriarchal father-in-law to Sanya Malhotra in Mrs, actor Kanwaljit Singh has came up with a role reversal meme calling it his “prayaschit”.
Updated on Feb 23, 2025 01:48 PM IST
Maha Kumbh 2025 | Ricky Kej: I'm sure my visit will translate into a track
Having visited the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj twice, Grammy winner Ricky Kej says he is still processing the emotions he felt.
Updated on Feb 20, 2025 08:06 AM IST
Sunita Rajwar on Santosh: Global recognition's great but doesn't get you work
Sunita Rajwar, who featured in Santosh alongside Sahana Goswami, says wins and misses are part of life but the love she received after the film is overwhelming
Updated on Feb 19, 2025 10:10 AM IST
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Bhabi Ji... writer battling liver cirrhosis, writing episodes: Kavita Kaushik
Writer Manoj Santoshi, who has penned many popular television shows, including Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai!, has been hospitalised after his liver cirrhosis worsened.
Updated on Feb 18, 2025 09:20 PM IST
Loreto Alumnae Association’s members go on a nostalgic trip with Sports Fiesta
Alumnae across generations came to their alma mater Loreto Convent, for its Open House 2025. A vibrant Sports Fiesta was organised by the Alumnae Association.
Published on Feb 17, 2025 05:53 PM IST
After Ranveer Allahbadia row, UP police deny Bassi 's show permission due to…
Post the Ranveer Allahbadia controversy and State Women Commission's "objectional content" claims, comedian Anubhav Singh Bassi’s Lucknow show cancelled
Updated on Feb 16, 2025 03:56 PM IST
Mahakumbh 2025 | Walkathon held in Lucknow ahead of UP Nature and Bird Festival
Students, foresters, birders and nature lovers gathered for a walkathon in Lucknow on Saturday as a curtain raiser to UP Nature and Bird Festival, Prayagraj.
Published on Feb 15, 2025 06:17 PM IST
Actor Vidyut Jammwal on visiting Maha Kumbh: Maa’s happiness is above all awards
Vidyut Jammwal calls his recent visit to the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj one of his biggest achievements. Especially so, because he fulfilled his mother’s wish
Published on Feb 14, 2025 01:58 PM IST