Actresses who aren't afraid to speak their hearts out

In an industry where relationships and equations are often driven by sweet & 'sugar-coated' communication skills, having the guts to call a 'spade' a 'spade' without batting an eye about the possible ramifications is no easy task. However, the ones who have done it consistently have always had the highest amount of respect and regards from people within the entertainment fraternity as well as fans outside. Their brutal and straightforward personality has always been their biggest strength and such people certainly bring along with them a lot of positivity in a world which is often termed 'fake' by many. The Indian entertainment industry too has actresses who have time and again spoken their heart out and well, today, this listicle is all about celebrating their respective 'legacy' and name in this domain. Let's check out the list below:
1) Kangana Ranaut: She's bold, she's fearless and most importantly, if you rub her the wrong way, she certainly has it all in her to give you a nice taste of your own medicine. Time and again, she's spoken her heart out on various relevant matters, be it her personal and professional life and well, her honesty has to be credited as her biggest strength.
2) Sushmita Sen: Last but certainly not the least, when we talk about honesty and straightforwardness, how on Earth can we miss out on this name? If one wants to master the art of subtle grace and savageness with a tinge of poise and class, Sushmita is the lady you need to learn it from. She's always been vocal about every issue pertaining to her personal or her professional life and there's a reason she's considered by many as a force to reckon with. No wonder, she's a mandatory inclusion in this special list.
3) Chahatt Khanna: Chahatt is the simple example of a strong and independent women. She is an inspirational figure for this generation of women around, who speaks her mind without fearing anyone around. Being a carpet single mother, actor and entrepreneur speaks a lot about her strong persona time and again, time again, she has always spoken about social issues like politics, mental health , parenting, and a lot more without being diplomatic .From giving her surname to her daughter to acing the acting projects and being a well established name in this community, she’s never turned back in voicing her opinion about anything and everything , be It any topic. She has always clarified herself ignoring the consequences of it.
4) Jaya Bachchan: While she might not be the 'favourite' of the Indian paparazzi for her so-called apparent 'rude' behavior as termed by many liberals, the reality is that Jaya Bachchan has always believed in speaking her heart out on front of all individuals from different stratas of the society without fearing any pressure or heat. While her behaviour with the Indian paparazzi has often been criticised, Jaya Bachchan has literally never tried to clarify her stance and that speaks volumes of the fact that she always takes full accountability of her actions, a criteria which is always a common factor in any strong woman. No wonder, she makes it in this list.
5) Malaika Arora: She is a pillar of strength and courage and one certainly needs to master the art of handling trolls effectively from her. Be it judgements about her outfit or her relationship status, nothing has really troubled her and she's always handled every situation with dignity and grace. On occasions when she needed to speak, she's spoken her heart out and whenever she felt silence was the best answer, she's chosen that and this beautiful blend of honesty and grace makes her such a wonderful and attractive personality in today's time and age.

There are certain expectations for a man in his 50s:Karan Johar on Crocs’ latest digital campaign

Known for his flamboyant style and larger-than-life personality, Karan Johar has always been a trendsetter. His recent digital campaign with Orry for Crocs was no exception. The duo's playful banter and shared love for fashion captured the nation's attention, solidifying Crocs' position as a style statement.In a never heard before take on Karan’s fashion journey, he shares, “My fashion choices speak to who I am. They are unapologetic, they're unconventional and they're often the talk of the town. I wear what I love and I enjoy every moment of it. I think that's why it resonates with so many people who are just looking for ways to express themselves. I really try to embrace my unique personality when I dress up and that's what makes it glamorous.”
Karan’s daring choices have always set the stage for conversations, and he recounts one of his boldest fashion moments: “You know I love occasions and when my 50th birthday came around, I really wanted to go all out. There are certain expectations that come with being a man in his 50s, and of course, me being so expressive about who I am, I went with an unexpected choice of the outfit. The shiny green blazer was certainly a bold choice, but I couldn't have imagined the reaction it got. People loved it, people hated it, but everyone definitely sat up and took notice.”
Commenting on the one thing he has in common with Orry that brings them together, Karan’s wit shines through. “We are always in the news! There's always conjecture around us—whether it's our bold fashion choices or our appetite for taking risks. People love to talk, and they love to talk about us!”
Karan Johar’s fearless approach to fashion, filled with self-expression and individuality, continues to resonate with many. This campaign with Orry featuring Crocs not only highlights their dynamic bond but also reinforces the message that fashion is about having fun, taking risks, and, most importantly, staying true to oneself.

I do my own makeup for almost everything: Charul Malik

Charul Malik, who is currently seen in Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain!, says though she prefers doing her own makeup, on the sets of her show she lets the makeup person do it, as she utilises that time in going through the script.“I do my own makeup for almost everything, including events and red carpets. 99.9% of the time, I handle my own makeup. However, when I'm on the set of the show, my makeup artist does my makeup,” she said. “I prefer this because I can use that time to read the script, which we receive just before the shoot, and we have to quickly go over our scenes. So, I don't do my makeup on set, but otherwise, I prefer doing it myself every day. It takes me about fifteen to twenty minutes, max,” she added.
She also shared some dos and don'ts of doing makeup and said, “When you're going to late-night events or evening outings, where there will be a lot of lights, keep your makeup light. During the day, your makeup should look natural and not overdone. Use light eyeshadows during the day to maintain a natural look.” “At night, you can use kohl pencils, blingy, shiny, glossy stuff, but not during the day. Try to keep your colors pink and subtle during the day, and you can use loud and bright colors at night, experimenting with whatever you want,” she added.
But whose makeup game from Bollywood are you a fan of? “I really like Deepika Padukone's makeup. In Bollywood, I love her styling, dressing, and makeup. It's always nice and flawless. I also like Alia Bhatt's makeup because she does minimal makeup, but it still looks great. Makeup should complement you. It should match your dress, the occasion, and the time of day. Everything matters,” Charul ended.

Trending: Alankrita Sahai oozes positivity and 'sunshine' glow in her latest yellow off-shoulder gown

Alankrita Sahai has proven time and again that she's a class apart and an absolute 'OG' when it comes to her fashion and style statement. The diva who has dominated several global beauty pageants before making it big as an actress knows quite well how to play it 'hot' effortlessly and no wonder, young fashion enthusiasts and models are always willing to learn from her. She's currently in a happy zone professionally, especially after the success of her latest film 'Tipppsy' where she slayed as the lead with perfection. Post that, things have worked out wonderfully for her as well. From traveling in different parts of the globe for brand shoots to shooting for multiple projects, Alankrita has certainly been pressed for time and has been hustling like a thorough dedicated professional.
Her Instagram game is super strong and whenever she gets to post classy and elegant snaps of herself in different avatars, we get our doze of visual delight. Be it rocking the western vibe or oozing elegance with her ethnicity, she's a 10/10 in every department. Well, presently, the diva is seen stabbing hearts like no other in a stunning yellow off-shoulder 'sunshine' gown. We love the way she's styled herself with a bottle green handbag that compliments the yellow outfit with perfection. To enhance her naturally beautiful appearance, we love how she's donning cute contemporary pure brass earrings which have been handcrafted with finesse. If eyes could 'kill', Alankrita Sahai would certainly be guilty and her swagger expressions with her open hairdo will make your heart skip multiple beats at the same time. Do you want to check out all of it and fall in love with her all over again? Here you go -

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Alankrita Sahai has multiple projects happening at her end, the official announcements of which will take place soon as per the ideal timelines. Stay tuned for more updates.

Sheena Chohan completes dubbing for negative Lead – She-Devil Role, with Nikhat Khan 

Sheena Chohan celebrated a wrap on her upcoming OTT project where she plays Lilith, the she-devil ex-wife of the biblical Adam, by posting a dubbing video with her producers and photos of her and co-star Nikhat Khan at the Mumbai dubbing studio. Legend has it that Lilith, Adam's first wife, was banished for not obeying him – Lillith’s independent spirit and want for equality clashed with the oppression she faced which caused a confusion that drove her to evil. Sheena sat through six hours a day of make-up and prosthetics and even was attached to a crane and wire to be sprung twenty feet in the air in front of one of India’s biggest green screens, to film the dramatic climax of the web-series.
Nikhat Khan, an actress last seen in the blockbuster Pathan, and sister of Aamir Khan, plays a pivotal role with multiple dramatic scenes with Sheena.
Sheena said: “I loved developing my character Lillith with my director, because it’s unusual that a negative character has a backstory that makes you understand their evil! I studied so many ancient documents to delve into this character who many people believe was removed from original versions of the Bible, and I also looked at real women who had been rejected, mistreated and abused and had then snapped. As an actor you have to have empathy with your character, no matter who they are or what they do, so all of my research into ways that some women have turned bad gave me such an interesting edge to bring to Lilith – and I’m sure so many women can relate – being discriminated and abused against might not literally make you grow horns, but it sure as hell can make you angry!”
The majority of the scenes without green screen for this 8 episode series were shot in the outskirts of Mumbai by award-winning international Australian producers - IWIL Productions, under Wilfred Fernandes.In a total contrast to this negative lead, Sheena is preparing for promotions for her upcoming Hindi feature film debut where she plays the wife of a saint in the greatly anticipated historical biopic Sant Tukaram, directed by Aditya Om, opposite the superstar Subodh Bhave.

Actress Vedika Bhandari all set to slay in her upcoming ZEE5 web series 'Murshid' 

Vedika Bhandari is one of the most gorgeous and glamorous divas in the Indian entertainment industry and as far as talent and potential is concerned, she's certainly got that in plenty. She lets her work do the talking ahead of anything else and that's why, she's got a stellar work portfolio to feel happy about. Some of the wonderful work that she's done in the past include the likes of Indori Ishq, Virgin Suspect,Dream Girl, Tera Chhalaava, tv shows like kasam tere pyaar ki,Katelal and sons and many more. After having proven her mettle across various projects in her promising career so far, Vedika is all set to deliver a power-packed performance in her upcoming release 'Murshid' on ZEE5. The project also stars Tanuj Virwani and Kay Kay Menon in the lead role alongside her.
There's naturally a lot of curiosity and excitement regarding Vedika's role in the same and hence, it's always best to hear it straight from the horse's mouth. On being asked more about her role, Vedika said and we quote, "Well,Tanuj plays a police officer and I play his wife. She's from Allahabad and is a basic middle-class girl. She has no idea about what's happening with Murshid or her husband. She's a very simple, middle-class girl unlike the other characters that I have played before, especially Tara from Indori Ishq. I am really glad to be a part of the show."
She concluded by saying,"My character is someone who really respects Murshid because he's done everything for them. She really looks upto him , it's almost like she will do anything that Murshid says. She has little idea about the whole story. This is primarily about my character Sunita and I am really excited and looking forward to it. Fingers crossed."

Renowned celebrity host Sachiin Kumbhaar wins the prestigious gold award 

Sachiin Kumbhaar is one of the most dynamic and prolific entertainment industry professionals and for all the right reasons. Over the years, he's proven his mettle and true potential as one of the finest anchors in the country and well, his baritone voice blended with his unique and dapper style of dressing has certainly been his biggest USP. As an artiste, he's been around for many years and has worked with some of the best brands in both corporate and entertainment space. To specifically talk about some of his brand associations in the entertainment space, one has to talk about Disney Plus Hotstar, Netflix Amazon Prime Video, Miss India and many more. He's immensely respected for his craft and throughout his entire tenure, he's been widely appreciated with multiple award honours and accolades. Well, guess what folks? The stylish and charismatic host just added another feather to his cap. Yes, that's right.
Sachiin Kumbhaar was bestowed with the honour of the gold award for being India's best master of ceremonies at the recently-held WOW Awards Asia 2024 and without any element of doubt, it's a happy and prosperous moment for him. This was the second time when he won the gold award for being India’s best master of ceremonies for lifestyle and corporate events at the Wow Awards Asia 2024. WOW Awards Asia being one of the most prestigious honours for the experiential marketing space, this award certainly validates the wonderful work and consistency that Sachiin has shown from his end as an anchor. Regarding the special win, Sachiin shares and we quote, "This hasn’t happened overnight, it’s taken over a decade for these accolades. In the world of instant gratification, patience and honesty to your craft is key”.

Music videos have become a powerful medium for artists to tell stories: Raviraa Bhardwaj

Actress Raviraa Bhardwaj, who was seen in music videos like Jiyoon Kaise, Gol Mol, Kantaal, Siyappa, Aakhri Hadd, and Saanwarey, feels the trend of music videos is not going to end ever. She said, “The music video trend is definitely here to stay, and it’s easy to see why. Music videos have become a powerful medium for artists to tell stories, express emotions, and connect with their audience in a way that goes beyond just the audio. They combine visual artistry with music, creating an immersive experience that resonates deeply with viewers.”  
She believes they capture the audience’s attention quickly and leave a lasting impact. “In today’s digital age, where people are consuming content at a rapid pace, music videos offer a dynamic and engaging way to stand out. They also provide artists with a creative platform to experiment with different styles, themes, and narratives, making each project unique,” she said. 
“Moreover, the reach and influence of music videos are unmatched. With platforms like YouTube and social media, these videos can go viral, reaching millions of people across the globe. This trend has opened up new opportunities for artists, directors, and producers to collaborate and create content that is not only entertaining but also culturally significant,” she added. Raviraa feels that music videos have revolutionized the way we experience music and added, “And its ongoing popularity suggests that it will continue to evolve and thrive in the years to come.”