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Neil Nitin Mukesh Shares His Journey: “I Continue to Reach Out for Work”

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2 years ago

March 5, 2025

Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh recently opened up about the challenges of maintaining a career in Bollywood, emphasizing that even after two decades in the industry, he often finds himself reaching out to others for work. Known for notable films such as ‘Johnny Gaddaar’, ‘Prem Ratan Dhan Paayo’, and ‘Saaho’, Neil candidly reflected on the harsh reality of declining stardom and the relentless effort required to stay relevant.

In a recent interview with ‘Hindi Rush’, Neil expressed that he has come to terms with the idea of struggle. What used to be infrequent setbacks has now become a constant presence in his professional life.

“I’ve become friends with the concept of struggle,” he stated, recognizing the difficulty of securing roles in an industry that regularly introduces new talent. Despite having acted in 30 films and collaborating with some of India’s finest directors, Neil confessed that the fight for opportunities is ongoing. After each project, he finds himself back at square one, contacting casting directors and producers to remind them of his presence and eagerness for new roles.

“I still reach out to people for work,” he shared. “They respond quickly, saying, ‘Yes Neil, we’ll keep you in mind for any opportunities.’ It’s my responsibility to remind them that I’m still here.”

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Neil noted that what makes the rejection more challenging is the familiarity he has with many of these casting directors. “There’s one casting director who has been leaving me hanging for two years. Every week we plan to meet, but it always gets canceled. While I could contact directors directly, I prefer to adhere to the established protocols,” he explained.

He recognized that the film industry has dramatically changed since his debut in 2007. At that time, only a few newcomers were introduced over several years, but now the competition is fierce, with fresh faces entering the field almost every week. This evolution has positioned him as just another contender among numerous actors.

While the rejections sting, Neil understands that success in the film world relies on various factors beyond mere talent. “Just because Neil Nitin Mukesh can’t ensure box office success doesn’t imply he isn’t capable of delivering a hit,” he remarked. “Once an acclaimed actor, always an acclaimed actor… The sun may set, but it rises again each day. What truly matters is having the right support, promotion, and opportunities.”

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Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra Announce Second Pregnancy

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2 days ago

October 7, 2026

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Mumbai: Bollywood couple Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra have announced that they are expecting their second child. The couple shared the happy news through a joint social media post featuring their baby girl’s hands holding a pair of tiny socks.

“Blessed once again with the greatest gift of all. Our hearts are so full of love and gratitude,” they wrote in the caption.

Kiara and Sidharth tied the knot on February 7, 2023, at Suryagarh Palace in Rajasthan. The couple fell in love while working together on the 2021 film Shershaah.

Kiara had earlier revealed on Koffee With Karan Season 8 that Sidharth proposed to her during a family trip to Rome. She recalled that he even used dialogues from Shershaah while proposing.

On the work front, Sidharth was last seen in The Vvaan, while Kiara was last seen in Yash’s Toxic.

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Will ‘Premada Oorali’ Join the List of Kannada Cinema’s Most Profitable Hits?

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2 days ago

October 7, 2026

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Entertainment: Kannada romantic family drama Premada Oorali is continuing its successful run at the box office. Released on September 25, 2026, the film has recorded strong growth during its second week, driven by positive word-of-mouth and steady audience support.

Directed by National Award-winner Manoj Kumar, the film was reportedly made on a modest budget of around Rs.3 crore to Rs.3.5 crore. Despite a slow opening, it has emerged as a major commercial success.

The movie opened with an estimated net collection of Rs.9 lakh to Rs.12 lakh on its first day. Its collections increased steadily after positive audience feedback. The film earned around Rs.7.92 crore net during its first week.

By the end of 11 days, Premada Oorali had collected approximately Rs.15.29 crore to Rs.17.57 crore net in India.

The film witnessed another jump on Day 12. It collected around Rs.3.65 crore net across 834 shows, compared to Rs.3 crore on the previous day. This marks a growth of nearly 21.7 per cent.

With the Day 12 collection, the film’s total India net collection has reached around Rs.21.22 crore, while its India gross collection stands at approximately Rs.24.69 crore.

The film’s overseas collection is currently not available. Its confirmed worldwide gross collection is also yet to be reported.

With its strong performance against a relatively small production budget, Premada Oorali has emerged as one of the notable sleeper hits of Kannada cinema in 2026.

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Senior Kannada Actress Lalithamma Dies at 65

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5 days ago

October 4, 2026

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Bengaluru: Veteran Kannada supporting actress Lalithamma, who had worked in theatre, films and television for over three decades, passed away on Sunday at the age of 65.

Lalithamma had been suffering from a stroke for the past two and a half months. As she had no one to take care of her, she was receiving shelter and care from the Amma’s Madilu Trust.

Lalithamma had dedicated nearly 35 years to the theatre industry. She performed in hundreds of stage plays and also appeared in several Kannada films and television serials.

She gained recognition among Kannada audiences through her role as ‘Saraayi Sharade’ in Darshan-starrer Suntara Gaali.

She later acted in several popular films, including Jackie, Vajrakaya, Jungli Kitturu and Putra, among others.

Lalithamma was also part of several television serials, including Rangoli, Mangalya and Mahamayi.

Known for her supporting roles and long-standing contribution to the entertainment industry, Lalithamma’s death has left her colleagues and well-wishers mourning her loss.