MUMBAI: Veteran actor Anupam Kher on Thursday shared a health update about his wife and actor Kirron Kher stating that she has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer and is currently ‘undergoing treatment’. The ‘Saraansh’ actor took to Twitter and released a statement which was from Anupam and his son Sikandar. The actor revealed that Kirron is undergoing treatment for the disease and ‘will come out of this stronger’.

Anupam wrote, “Just so that rumours don’t get the better of a situation Sikandar and I would like to inform everyone that Kirron has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. She is currently undergoing treatment and we are sure she will come out of this stronger than before.” He added, “We are blessed that she is being looked after by a phenomenal set of doctors. She’s always been a fighter and takes things head-on. She’s all heart and that’s why she has so many people that love her.” Urging fans to keep on showering love and prayers for his wife’s speedy recovery, Anupam said, “keep sending love to her in your prayers and in your heart. She is well on her way to recovery and we thank everyone for their support and love. Anupam and Sikandar.”

MUMBAI: Taking a step towards environmental protection on the occasion of April Fools’ Day, Juhi Chawla urged people to plant a tree and make the month ‘April Cool’, instead of ‘April Fool’.

The ‘Yes Boss’ actor took to Twitter and shared a beautiful picture with an equally inspiring message to save the environment and protect it from global warming. The actress shared a smiling picture of herself as she posed amid rich flora while holding a camera. The snap also had a message that read, “Instead of making ‘April Fool’ on 1st April, plant at least one tree and make ‘April Cool’.”

In the post, the ‘Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani’ actress asked her fans to contribute to the ‘Cauvery Calling’ initiative that will plant saplings to make the environment greener and cleaner. “Like me, if you live in a city and have nowhere to plant a tree; @ishafoundation’s initiative #CauveryCalling is always there. Only Rs 42 per sapling Let’s have a cool April,” tweeted Chawla. The Cauvery Calling project was launched by Sadguru Jaggi Vasudev.

Pawandeep hails from Uttrakhand and since childhood, people from his village have been encouraging him to take up music. They think he is a hope who will take their village’s name ahead. In ‘Indian idol’ every weekend he is gaining a lot of praises for his performances. Pawandeep spoke exclusively to The Sunday Guardian about his ‘Indian idol’ journey, inspiration, life after the show and link-up rumours with Arunita.

Q. How has the journey been in ‘Indian Idol’ so far?

The journey of ‘Indian Idol’ has been amazing. It has taught me and is still teaching me how to walk to achieve my goals. It has also taught us how to be disciplined and handle the fame that we receive. Our mentors groom us really well and the way they teach is subtle and all of us support each other.

Q. Who has been your inspiration as a singer?

For me, my inspiration has been Arijit Singh. More than his singing, I admire his personality and down to earth nature. Everyone is a fan of his singing, even I am but I have learnt from him how to be grounded after reaching heights.

Q. Who is your favourite judge and why?

All the judges are masters in what they do. Himesh Reshammiya sir and Vishal Dadlani sir are great composers of the country, both have different taste in music and Neha Kakkar ma’am is a singing sensation. We call her Pop Queen. All three are my favourites, they teach me how to be disciplined in life and train us to be the best.

Q. How are you dealing with the link-up rumours with Arunita? 

All of us are really good friends. We sing duets together, people like me singing duets with Arunita. Be it Saylee, Anrunita or Shanmukhapriya, we all good friends and will always maintain the friendship. There is only healthy friendship between me and Arunita.

Q. How has your life changed after becoming a part of ‘Indian Idol’?

Life has taken a 360° turn. We prepare ourselves to be a part of the show whereas ‘Indian Idol’ is a platform that helps us to groom and polish ourselves in all ways. I want to thank the audience for appreciating and loving me and my songs and to get me to this stage. The three judges and their journey is an inspiration.

NEW DELHI: Kangana Ranaut, who was busy shooting for her upcoming outing ‘Tejas’, has completed its Rajasthan schedule of the film. Kangana also shared that they shot very close to the Pakistan border.

The actress took to Instagram on Friday to share a behind-the-scenes picture from the shoot of her forthcoming film. An elated Kangana wrote, “Team #Tejas successfully completed Rajasthan schedule today, also shot very close to Pakistan border.”

She also shared that the crew faced many obstacles like extreme weather conditions while shooting close to the Pakistan border.

“It seemed as if our commander in chief @sarveshmewara was driven by otherworldly force. Salutations team #Tejas,” added Kangana.

She will be seen playing an air force pilot in the movie, which has been written and directed by Sarvesh Mewara. The film is being bankrolled by RSVP Movies. The Indian Air Force was the first of the country’s defence forces to induct women into combat roles in 2016. The film takes inspiration from this landmark event.

Kangana will also be seen in ‘Thalaivi’. She has ‘Dhaakad’ and ‘Manikarnika Returns: The Legend Of Didda’ in the pipeline. Kangana has signed up to play the role of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in an upcoming political drama.

Bollywood star Rani Mukerji completes 25 years in the Indian film industry this year. Her incredibly successful career is punctuated by stellar, award-winning performances, and Rani has surely given Indian cinema some of the most iconic and powerful on-screen performances. For the huge icon of Indian cinema, her 25 year journey has been about constant learning.

Rani says, “My biggest learning has been to keep learning. For an artist, learning never stops. My biggest learning has been to just focus on work and continue to do that with utmost sincerity.”

She credits the support of her fans to be a huge pillar of strength. “Without my fans, I would not have been able to survive, especially with the kind of prejudices a married actress with a baby has to go through. The fact that they have supported me throughout is nothing short of a miracle and that’s why I’m still working and doing relevant work,” asserts Rani.

Talking about her miracle run at the box office with her huge blockbusters and her epic performances, she says, “When I think of the number of years, it seems like a very long time but for me, it just seems like my journey has never stopped. It’s just gone on and on since the day I was 16 and started working. Now, 25 years feels the same as the struggle continues, learning is still on as an actor. There is a lot that I have to accomplish and have a lot to learn.”

The actress adds, “The more experience I have with different directors, technicians, and co-stars, I get to learn a lot. It still feels nice and I am raring to go because with each film, I discover a new me and I love telling stories – important stories, stories of powerful women.”

Rani will be next seen in the highly anticipated ‘Bunty Aur Babli 2’, and ‘Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway’, a true story that sees her take on a country for her family.

MUMBAI: Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Gulshan Grover on Wednesday turned nostalgic as their superhit comedy ‘Hera Pheri’ completed 21 years of release. The Priyadarshan directorial had opened on 31 March 2000 and is counted among the greatest comedies ever made in Bollywood.

“No wonder we underestimate how quickly time flies. It seems I blinked, and 21 years went by. What a film we made @priyadarshandir @akshaykumar @SirPareshRawal @GulshanGroverGG #Tabu. Missing #OmPuri ji very dearly today,” tweeted Suniel. Commenting on his tweet, Akshay wrote: “Agreed! Even we didn’t know back then what a film we were making, each scene better than the other. Specially love this one: dhoti. Genius of Priyadarshan sir and epic dialogues by late Neeraj Vora.” Gulshan Grover tweeted: “21 years of #Herapheri , what a film by director Priyadarshan @priyadarshandir Producer #firozNadiadwala and brilliant actors @akshaykumar @SunielVShetty @SirPareshRawal #Tabu #Asrani ji , late #OmPuri ji and #KabiraSpeaking.”