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Pooja Sharma

Pooja Sharma predominantly covers entertainment and Bollywood for HT Cafe. Her interests also include writing on music and sports.

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Just looking pretty gives me no joy: Huma Qureshi

Huma Qureshi talks about rejecting glamorous roles that have come her way, how it is a good time for actresses in Hindi cinema, the social cause she supports and more.

Actor Huma Qureshi talks about the prevalent pay disparity in Bollywood. She says there should be equal pay for equal work.

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Updated on Sep 12, 2016 07:28 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Robot 2.0: Amy Jackson to perform action stunts in the Rajinikanth- starrer

Bollywood actor Amy Jackson is learning Kalaripayattu to prepare for the action sequences in the film.

Amy Jackson will be seen with Tamil superstar Rajinikanth in their upcoming film Robot 2.0.(Vidya Subramanain/ HT Photo)

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Published on Sep 09, 2016 08:53 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Ganesh Chaturthi: A solemn celebration for Sonali Bendre

Sonali Bendre talks about her how she celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi every year and why this time around she has decided to keep it low-key.

Actor Sonali Bendre keeps it low-key on Ganesh Chaturthi.

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Updated on Sep 07, 2016 09:55 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Everyone has a spiritual longing: Juhi Chawla on Ganesh Chaturthi

Juhi Chawla talks about her childhood memories of Ganesh Chaturthi and her evolving faith in God.

Juhi Chawla and her family moved to Mumbai when she was four-years-old. As a kid, she would watch Ganpati processions go by from Cuffe Parade to Marine Drive.

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Updated on Sep 07, 2016 07:49 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByPooja Sharma

For 14 years I’ve been celebrating my birthday with cancer kids: Vivek Oberoi

Vivek Oberoi talks about his birthday plans and the fact that he has been celebrating since 14 years with kids who are fighting cancer.

Vivek Oberoi will be seen in Ram Gopal Varma’s upcoming film, Rai.

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Published on Sep 03, 2016 07:54 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Did you know Deepika Padukone and Madhuri Dixit Nene like each other a lot?

Deepika Padukone is an admirer of Madhuri Dixit Nene.

A source reveals that Madhuri Dixit Nene and Deepika Padukone bonded over movies at the event.

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Updated on Sep 02, 2016 10:14 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Here’s why Bipasha Basu Singh Grover refused to attend an event in Pune

Bollywood actor Bipasha Basu Singh Grover ‘s spokesperson says she refused to attend an event because she was concerned about her safety.

Bipasha Basu Singh Grover refused to attend an event in Pune as she was concerned about her safety.(Yogen Shah/ HT Photo)

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Updated on Aug 31, 2016 08:05 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

I’m not picky about directing films, says Zoya Akhtar

Zoya Akhtar, whose last box office hit was Dil Dhadakne Do (2015), is now the community ambassador of a premium English movie channel. Here, the director talks about why she wants to adapt and direct someone else’s script, and her upcoming web series.

Zoya Akhtar says she’d like to direct a script that has not been written by her.

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Published on Aug 27, 2016 08:56 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Athiya isn’t insecure, I never had that kind of patience: Suniel Shetty

Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty, who has been part of the film industry for 26 years now, has finally given in to the social media phenomenon.

Suniel Shetty joined Twitter on his birthday, August 11.

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Updated on Aug 26, 2016 08:46 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

India is more accepting of Pakistani actors: Aanand L Rai

Aanand L Rai’s production Happy Bhag Jayegi, starring Abhay Deol, Jimmy Sheirgill and Diana Penty, was banned in Pakistan recently. The film-maker talks about the ban, and more.

Bollywood director Aanand L Rai says he feels “sad for the people of Pakistan”.(Hindustan Times)

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Updated on Aug 25, 2016 08:50 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Nargis Fakhri to shoot a Maharashtrian folk dance for Banjo

Nargis Fakhri will be seen in a traditional avatar in a song and will perform a lavani number for her upcoming movie Banjo.

Nargis Fakhri will be performing Maharashtrian folk dance for her upcoming movie Banjo.(Yogen Shah)

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Updated on Aug 22, 2016 06:09 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Music albums are passé, here’s why the singles trend is here to stay

Singers, music composers and record labels believe that the singles trend is here to stay.

Singers and music composers talk about how the trend of singles is here to stay.

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Updated on Aug 20, 2016 06:25 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Amitabh Bachchan lends his voice for Ajit Sinha’s film for free

Ajit Singh, who has worked as an associate director on films such as Khiladi (1992), Baazigar (1993).

Amitabh Bachchan will be seen in his next titled Pink, directed by Aniruddh Roy Chowdhury.

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Updated on Aug 19, 2016 06:39 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Wanna know what Shahid Kapoor’s sister gets for Raksha Bandhan?

Celebrities like Shahid Kapoor, Tiger Shroff reveal what Raksha Bandhan means to them.

Celebrities talk about their siblings and why Raksha Bandhan is important to them.

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Updated on Aug 18, 2016 03:32 PM IST

Hindustan Timrs | ByPooja Sharma and Rukmini Chopra, Mumbai

I’d like to direct Hrithik Roshan in an action film: Remo D’souza

Remo D’souza talks about his experience of working on A Flying Jatt, his decision to focus only on mainstream cinema, and his desire to work with Hrithik Roshan.

Remo D’souza says Tiger Shroff is like the front-bencher in school.(Hindustan Times)

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Updated on Aug 16, 2016 06:48 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Sonam Kapoor impresses the governor of Victoria

Sonam Kapoor won the Best Actress Award for Neerja at IFFM. She was invited for a special lunch by the governor of Victoria, Linda Dessau.

Being a strong supporter of women’s empowerment, the governor of Victoria, Linda Dessau, had heard great things about Sonam Kapoor and her strong views on gender issues.

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Published on Aug 13, 2016 06:41 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Nobody in this industry is your friend: Prachi Desai

Prachi Desai talks about the uncertainties of the profession; says her talent is underexplored.

Prachi Desai feels equations keep changing in Bollywood.(Toto Nandy)

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Updated on Aug 12, 2016 05:05 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Who’s next on AR Rahman’s wishlist? Kapil Sharma

AR Rahman says one needs to nurture talent to take it to another level.

Music director AR Rehman during interview in Mumbai.(Yogen Shah)

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Updated on Aug 12, 2016 09:27 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

I’d like to collaborate with an international rapper: Ayushmann Khurrana

Dum Laga Ke Haisha actor, Ayushmann Khurrana, calls the response to his music tour “phenomenal”; adds that singing at a concert gives him a “different high”.

Ayushmann Khurrana will be seen opposite Parineeti Chopra in his upcoming film, Meri Pyaari Bindu.(Vidya Subramanian/ HT Photo)

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Published on Aug 07, 2016 05:31 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

I’d love to do a film on golf, says R Madhavan

R Madhavan, who is vacationing with his family in Canada currently, has been unwinding playing golf.

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Updated on Aug 05, 2016 06:46 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

Sonakshi Sinha to launch Akira song, sing at a Mumbai college

Actor Sonakshi Sinha who turned singer with Ishqholic, is happy to sing live in front of an audience.

Sonakshi Sinha is excited about singing live at a city college.(Jitu Savlani)

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Updated on Aug 03, 2016 10:56 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPooja Sharma, Mumbai

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Pooja Sharma

Pooja Sharma predominantly covers entertainment and Bollywood for HT Cafe. Her interests also include writing on music and sports.

Huma Qureshi talks about rejecting glamorous roles that have come her way, how it is a good time for actresses in Hindi cinema, the social cause she supports and more.

Bollywood actor Amy Jackson is learning Kalaripayattu to prepare for the action sequences in the film.

Sonali Bendre talks about her how she celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi every year and why this time around she has decided to keep it low-key.

Juhi Chawla talks about her childhood memories of Ganesh Chaturthi and her evolving faith in God.

Vivek Oberoi talks about his birthday plans and the fact that he has been celebrating since 14 years with kids who are fighting cancer.

Deepika Padukone is an admirer of Madhuri Dixit Nene.

Bollywood actor Bipasha Basu Singh Grover ‘s spokesperson says she refused to attend an event because she was concerned about her safety.

Zoya Akhtar, whose last box office hit was Dil Dhadakne Do (2015), is now the community ambassador of a premium English movie channel. Here, the director talks about why she wants to adapt and direct someone else’s script, and her upcoming web series.

Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty, who has been part of the film industry for 26 years now, has finally given in to the social media phenomenon.

Aanand L Rai’s production Happy Bhag Jayegi, starring Abhay Deol, Jimmy Sheirgill and Diana Penty, was banned in Pakistan recently. The film-maker talks about the ban, and more.

Nargis Fakhri will be seen in a traditional avatar in a song and will perform a lavani number for her upcoming movie Banjo.

Singers, music composers and record labels believe that the singles trend is here to stay.

Ajit Singh, who has worked as an associate director on films such as Khiladi (1992), Baazigar (1993).

Celebrities like Shahid Kapoor, Tiger Shroff reveal what Raksha Bandhan means to them.

Remo D’souza talks about his experience of working on A Flying Jatt, his decision to focus only on mainstream cinema, and his desire to work with Hrithik Roshan.

Sonam Kapoor won the Best Actress Award for Neerja at IFFM. She was invited for a special lunch by the governor of Victoria, Linda Dessau.

Prachi Desai talks about the uncertainties of the profession; says her talent is underexplored.

AR Rahman says one needs to nurture talent to take it to another level.

Dum Laga Ke Haisha actor, Ayushmann Khurrana, calls the response to his music tour “phenomenal”; adds that singing at a concert gives him a “different high”.

R Madhavan, who is vacationing with his family in Canada currently, has been unwinding playing golf.

Actor Sonakshi Sinha who turned singer with Ishqholic, is happy to sing live in front of an audience.

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