Nadaan Parinde's cast and crew celebrate completion of 100 episodes

Life OK’s Nadaan Parinde, produced by Scaling Heights Productions has recently gotten a new lease of life with the channel deciding to give an extension to the show, rather than ending it. As reported, the show was to shut on 5 September. However, the decision was revoked by the channel.
Now the cast and crew of the show had a whale of a time celebrating the completion of 100 episodes in Chandigarh. All of them assembled on set to cut the cake, and celebrate the moment. And for the Producers Imtiaz Punjabi and Chokkas Bhaardwaj, the moment was indeed very special as their dream of making a realistic show in Chandigarh, far away from the comfort of shooting in Mumbai came true with the first milestone being achieved.
A source from the set said, “The entire cast and crew was seen enjoying the moment. They cut a cake and rejoiced. However, lead actor Nikkhil Chaddha and Co-Producer Chokkas Bhaardwaj’s absence was notable. Nikkhil happened to be on leave, as he had some personal work in Mumbai. Chokkas too could not make it to Chandigarh as he was busy in a project of his in Mumbai.”
When contacted, Nikkhil told us, “Yes, I had some important work in Mumbai, so was on a leave when the team celebrated the completion of 100 episodes. It is a great feeling to have completed 100 episodes, as I take with me a lot of cherished memories.”
Gulki told us, “It is a great feeling, as this show has given me memories of a lifetime. Shooting away from home in Chandigarh, I have made a new home for myself. The story ahead looks very interesting with a lot od spice added.”
We could not get through to Karam Rajpal.
We wish the show all the luck!!

Meet Honey Singh's wife for the first time on Star Plus' India's Raw Star

For all the female fans across the world, here’s a bit of news that will disappoint you! For the first time ever Yo Yo Honey Singh will be introducing his wife Shalini on Star Plus’ India’s Raw Star. The popular mentor was caught in a mix of emotions a day prior to the launch of his album, ‘Desi Kalakaar’. Honey Singh refused to shoot for the show till his better half did not come on the set.
A source says, “Honey was extremely anxious and nervous and did not want to go ahead with the shoot till his wife came on the set. Shalini who was dressed in black appeased the Honey and took him backstage for some time. It was only then, after four good hours that the shoot was resumed. In fact once the shoot started, Yo Yo said that his wife has a very important place in his life and he listens to her no matter what happens.”
“This is not all Honey even promised to focus more on the show now and even do rehearsals with the contestant before the shoot.
Honey Singh was even seen apologizing to everyone for the delay and he also promised that this was the last time and he would never do that again in the future.” Adds the source.
Catch Yo Yo Honey Singh and for the first time his wife on India’s Raw Star this Sunday 31st August at 7pm only on Star Plus!

Shakti Mohan bags 'dancing shoes' for her impressive 'Taandav' act

Shakti Mohan, one of the most consistent performers of Colors’ Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 7 excelled in the ‘Teen Ka Tadka’ episode along with choreographer Tushar and sister Mukti Mohan. Well, her performance bagged her the dancing shoes this weekend.
Shakti’s impressive ‘Taandav’ act gave her a standing ovation from all the contestants and audience! And the cherry on the cake was the perfect scores from the judges.
Viewers will see the trio in a mesmerizing and beautiful Taandav act wherein they will be showcasing the three roops of Lord Shiv – Bholenath, Nataraj, Bhairav.
Three sheers to Shakti and her team!!

13th Indian Telly Awards: Vote Now-- Best Actor in a Comic Role (Female)

Move away the drama queens, for laughter queens are here to rule.
These female actresses are the entertaining lots and can provide you smiles and laugh. They take away all your stress and give you a great time as you watch them create magic on screen with their performances.
The 13th Indian Telly Awards will celebrate these prowess actresses and here we get you the nomination list of the same category.
Firstly we have Ashita Dhawan as Savri Pratap Paliwal (Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya) who spreads a smile by her act wherever she goes. Added to her silly behaviour is her wicked brain that leads to more laughter. Her brilliant performance has surely made her mark in this show.
The ‘lalli’ is the masses favourite and Bharti Singh (Comedy Circus Ke Mahabali) is one face that is popular around the world. The plump actor can work wonders on stage and her ‘flirty’ acts with every man earn her performance all the more brownie points. She is one comedy actor to look forward.
She surely needs no introduction, for Disha Vakani as Daya Jethalal Gada (Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma) is today a household name. Her unique way of speech and her garba performances has become a trademark today. She has been for a long time entertaining the viewers with her amazing performances.
Although she plays a fiery police officer, Kavita Kaushik as Inspector Chandramukhi Chautala (F.I.R.) has a funny side to her. Her trysts with the criminals and her subordinates have viewers in splits and asking for more.
Shubhangi Gokhale as Mishri Mausi (Lapataganj - Ek Baar Phir) acted as the most experienced woman in the village. But interestingly she had the innocence of a child. Always in the lookout to protect her daughter, her expressions brought a lot many smiles around.
Who do you think deserves to win among them?
Vote for your favourite by clicking on the link below.

13th Indian Telly Awards: Vote Now- Best Ensemble Cast

A multistarrer in Bollywood is rarely puts the much desired spotlight on all actors present in the movie unlike the great Indian serials where everyone from the in-laws, cooks, maids to even watchmen get a pivotal role to play. An ensemble cast has always been the X factor of Hindi serials. Let’s check why the below five made it to the Best Ensemble category in The 13th Indian Telly Awards.
Diya Aur Baati Hum (Star Plus)
When a husband rallied around his wife’s career aspirations much against the wishes of his conservative family, the Indian television audience woke up to a new found social family drama not often seen on small screen. Coming from the coffers of Shashi Sumeet Mittal Productions Pvt. Ltd, this socio-family drama throws spotlights on characters other than the leads played by Deepika Singh and Anas Rashid. The other important characters are Bhabho played by Neelu Vaghela, Meenakshi played by Kanika Maheshwari and Babasa (Ashok Lokhande) form an important fabric of this numero uno Star Plus show.
Balika Vadhu - Kacchi Umar Ke Pakke Rishte (Colors)
Spearheaded by Sphere Origins, Balika Vadhu has been one of Colors longest running shows spanning more than five years in duration. The story about child marriage has kept viewers hooked for years now. Though the ensemble cast keeps on changing, those stepping in have always lent credence to the storyline never letting anything go astray. Shashank Vyas, Sargun Mehta, Toral Rasputra and Siddharth Shukla play the lead ably supported by Anup Soni, Smita Bansal and veteran actress Surekha Sikri.
Mahabharat (Star Plus)
Swastik Production helmed Mahabharat garnered great TRPs especially during the time of Draupadi’s disrobing. Given the fact that all Pandavas and Kaurava brothers are important in the storyline, the spotlight never really shifted away from the actors who essayed the important mythological figures. Some of them were Shaheer Sheikh as Arjun, Saurabh Raaj Jain as Krishna, Pooja Sharma as Draupadi, and Praneet Bhatt playing the wily Shakuni.
Ye Hai Mohabbatein (Star Plus)
Despite the 11 pm slot, Balaji Telefilms has come out with a winner in the form of Yeh Hai Mohabbatein which explores the love story between Tamilian beauty played by Divyanka Tripathi and handsome Punjabi munda essayed by Karan Patel. Given that it’s an interstate love story, the supporting actors including Balaji favourite Anita Hassanandani and Sangram Singh and kid Ruhanika Dhawan too play an important part in this love drama.
So which show according to you has the Best Ensemble?