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The actor who outshone the stars

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Om Puri passes away at 66

By Parsa Venkateshwar Rao Jr

Om Puri, who passed away on January 6, stood tall among the actors, physically and figuratively. He took whatever roles came his way and made gold out of them in terms f his performance. There will be many who will remember his iconic performances in Aakrosh (1980), where he literally exploded in the frame, and Ardh Satya (1983), where he showed himself to be the much harassed cog-in-the-wheel, the lot of the frustrated not-poor-not-well-off middle class man. Or that of the hapless butcher in the television film, Tamas (1988), based on Bhisham Sahni’s story, where he becomes the agent provocateur without his being aware of it.

But where he shone in his natural sheen was in some of the English movies, where the acting need not require the volcanic simmering of the ordinary Indian of the 1980s. The latest was The Hundred-Foot Journey (2014), directed by Lasse Holstrom, the heartwarming story of an Indian restaurateur played by Om Puri, and his family, settling in a French village, and opening an Indian joint. There is a French eating place across the road, and Helen Mirren plays the owner. The little rivalries, and the aspiration of the elder son of the Indian family to be a Michelin-starred chef, encouraged by Mirren, makes for an amusing encounter, with its moments of pathos. He played again the dignified father in The Reluctant Fundamentalist (2012), based on Pakistan writer Mohsin Hamid’s novelette, showing the anguish of a parent without exhibiting it outwardly.  One of his almost invisible roles was in Code 46 (2003), a sci-film, where he walks through his role in an unreal matrix. Perhaps, the most moving portrayal by Om Puri of an individual caught in the web of circumstance came in My Son The Fanatic (1997), a film based on a story by England-based Pakistan writer, Hanif Kureishi.

A good actor burns brightly in powerful roles and that Om Puri did when he won the spurs as it were in the early 1980s. But as the actor matures, he knows how to lend charm and credibility to the smallest part he plays in a film. And it is in the apparently walk-through parts that a good actor lends weight and meaning to the roles he plays.

Om Puri, like his peer Naseeruddin Shah, makes it amply clear, that one does not have to be the hero of a film, and romance the heroine, to win the acting laurels. You do that with roles that have no glamur quotient. Om Puri made himself the monarch of the “other role” and when the audience walked away, it was his part that remained etched in their memories. It was not an easy feat to achieve.

He did not also complain too much against Bollywood’s star-struck ways. He was quite stoic in accepting the system, and working around it and through it. No. He did not try to subvert the system. He stole the show through many of his performances, but he never made it into an act of oneupmanship. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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Malaika Arora shines bright in sensational yellow Iris Serban gown

This is not the first time that Malaika Arora has stunned her fans with her natural beauty and charisma. She has always been known for her elegance, and this photoshoot only proves that she is a true fashionista.

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Actor Malaika Arora’s recent photoshoot has taken the internet by storm. The pictures, which were released on social media, have gone viral with fans generously praising the actor’s natural beauty and elegance.

The photoshoot, which was done by a renowned fashion photographer, features Malaika Arora in a mesmerizing yellow Iris Serban gown. The photographer has captured her in natural poses, highlighting her features and bringing out her beauty.

Malaika Arora opted for a luminous and fresh makeup look, highlighting her natural beauty. With a dewy complexion, accentuated cheekbones, and a subtle nude lip, she radiated a captivating glow. Her eyes were adorned with a faint smokey effect and enhanced with the perfect touch of mascara, further highlighting her mesmerizing features.

The real beauty of Malaika Arora perfectly complemented her dress. Fans were quick to express their love for the pictures and the actor. Many praised her for her boldness and her ability to look gorgeous without any extra accessories. 

The actor, who has been in the film industry for almost three decades, is known for her exceptional style and stunning looks and she has proved yet again that age is just a number because at 49, Malaika Arora leaves a lot of young actors in the shade.

Earlier this month, Malaika also shared another series of drop-dead gorgeous pictures on her Instagram handle in which she was seen posing in a beautiful red gown with a plunging neckline.

The recent yellow gown photoshoot has made her fans happy, and they can’t stop gushing about it. The photographs have been shared widely on social media, with fans showering their love and appreciation for the actor.

This is not the first time that Malaika Arora has stunned her fans with her natural beauty and charisma. She has always been known for her elegance, and this photoshoot only proves that she is a true fashionista.

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Zara Hatke Zara Bachke Movie Review: Sara Ali Khan, Vicky Kaushal film fails to land on fans expectations

The film uses the same humor and a regular storyline that is always there in Bollywood films.

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Laksham Utekar directorial, Zara Hatke Zara Bachke starring Sara Ali Khan and Vicky Kaushal releases today, June 2. The story of the movie revolves around, an Indore-based couple, who wants to live independently of their family and wants to take advantage of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), the government of India’s flagship programme, they seek a divorce.


Zara Hatke Zara Bachke is a typical Bollywood film that is pretty relatable to an Indian-middle-class family. Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali play the two college sweethearts Kapil and Saumya, who are smitten with one another. After getting married, they stay with Kapil’s family, where they frequently run into family members and find it challenging to spend time romantically or even in seclusion. The son of his mother snoozes between the two. They don’t have any space to themselves in the cramped house, and the maternal aunt of Kapil is your standard family villain who nags Saumya whenever she gets the chance.


The film uses the same humor and a regular storyline that is always there in Bollywood films. Although the second half of the movie drags, the heartwarming end will change the entire plot upon which the movie is made. A love triangle is also shown, which adds to the chaotic trip.
At times, the entertainment factor wears us out and makes us bored.

The second portion of the story likewise appears to drag. However, Vicky Kaushal gives a good performance and pulls off the small-town penny-pinching gentleman role nicely. In contrast, Sara Ali Khan gives an honest performance as both a fiery Punjabi girl and a middle-class bahu. The supporting cast, which includes Harcharan Chawla, Inaamulhaq, Rakesh Bedi as Saumya’s father, Kanupirya Pandit as mama and mami, Neeraj Sood, and Akash Khurana as Kapil’s father, give solid performances. The cinematography by Raghav Ramadoss and the charming tunes by Sachin-Jigar perfectly depict Indore’s small-town character and eccentricities.

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Asur Season 2: Rise of the Dark Side, now streaming free on Jio Cinema, not all episodes out; here’s why

With its talented cast, strong writing, and innovative storytelling, the show is expected to be a major hit among audiences once again.

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Popular web series Asur is back with its second season after winning attention and positive reviews in its first outing.

The first season of the series received praise for its mystery and suspense, as well as its unique blend of mythology and modern-day investigation. The show offered a fresh take on the crime thriller genre and viewers were excited to see what the creators have in store for them in the second season.

The show’s plot in the first season was centered around the character of Nikhil Nair, played by Barun Sobti, who is a forensic expert with a troubled past. Nair is called back to his alma mater, a forensic science institute, to help solve a series of murders. He teams up with his former mentor Dhananjay Rajpoot, played by Arshad Warsi, to investigate the case.

As they delve deeper into the case, they realize that the murders are related to the Asur mythological text, which depicts a struggle between good and evil. 

Asur 2 was much-awaited as at the end of Season 1, the show had left fans hanging on for the twist in the story.

Season 2 has eight episodes but not all of them have been released. While the first two episodes aired on the platform, the remaining six will be released one by one till June 7.

With its talented cast, strong writing, and innovative storytelling, the show is expected to be a major hit among audiences once again.

Fans are excited to see what new elements the second season will bring to the show and are eagerly anticipating its full roll-out. Asur 2 promises to be a thrilling and suspenseful addition to India’s growing web series landscape and is a show that should not be missed by those who follow crime thrillers and mythology-genre shows/films.

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