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Prakash Jha’s Risky Casting Choice: Aaditi Pohankar’s Struggle to Remain in ‘Aashram 3’!

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1 year ago

February 26, 2025

Director Prakash Jha recently shared insights regarding his casting decisions for ‘Ek Badnaam Aashram Season 3 – Part 2’, specifically addressing his initial reservations about Aaditi Pohankar in the role of Pammi. The popular web series, starring Bobby Deol as the enigmatic Baba Nirala, has enthralled viewers with its compelling narrative and strong performances.

In an interview with ANI, Jha admitted that he had doubts about Aaditi’s fit for the character during auditions. Pammi, who is depicted as a wrestler, was expected to have a more muscular physique, which Aaditi did not have at that moment.

“When Aaditi Pohankar auditioned, I recognized her potential, but I wasn’t entirely convinced. The first day on set posed difficulties because she was too slim for the part. She promised to bulk up, but after a month, she returned to inform me she had only gained 750 grams. I had to be direct and let her know that if she didn’t achieve the desired physique, I would need to consider recasting,” Jha explained.

Motivated to prove herself, Aaditi steadily gained the necessary weight and ultimately delivered an outstanding performance. “My instincts about her during the audition were spot on. Once filming began, she was phenomenal,” Jha reflected.

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In a lighter moment, Bobby Deol humorously commented on Aaditi’s commitment to gaining weight, noting, “She took it so seriously that she would finish all of our food on set!”

Prakash Jha also commended Bobby Deol for his transformation into Baba Nirala, expressing his unwavering belief in Deol’s talent despite the actor facing challenges in his career. “For this character, I needed someone with a face that resonates with affection and trust from the audience. Bobby was the perfect fit. Kudos to him; he worked extremely hard for this role,” Jha stated.

Bobby Deol, on his part, discussed his experience working on the series and how it pushed him beyond his typical boundaries. Reflecting on his initial conversation with Jha about the part, Bobby shared his surprise. “I thought he would cast me as a police officer, but when he said, ‘You will portray Baba,’ I was stunned.”

Alongside Bobby Deol and Aaditi Pohankar, ‘Ek Badnaam Aashram Season 3 – Part 2’ showcases a robust ensemble cast, featuring Darshan Kumaar, Chandan Roy Sanyal, Vikram Kochhar, Tridha Choudhury, Anupriya Goenka, Rajeev Siddhartha, and Esha Gupta in significant roles.

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Model Arrested After Customs Find Drugs in Luggage

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4 hours ago

June 12, 2026

Namma Kudla

Mumbai: Customs officials arrested former Mrs Kerala beauty pageant contestant Harsha Sunny (28) at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.

She was allegedly carrying hydroponic cannabis worth around ₹11.82 crore from Bangkok. Officials stopped her on suspicion and searched her luggage.

During the search, they found 12 packets containing the banned substance. Harsha Sunny was arrested under the NDPS Act and produced before a court.

The court sent her to judicial custody. Further investigation is underway. Harsha Sunny had participated in the Mrs Kerala beauty pageant in 2025.

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Akshay Kumar Responds to ‘Flop Actor’ Remark in Welcome to The Jungle

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5 hours ago

June 12, 2026

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Mumbai: Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has responded to being called a “flop actor” in the upcoming film Welcome to The Jungle. He said the dialogue should be understood as part of the movie and not taken personally.

Speaking at the trailer launch event in Mumbai, Akshay explained that such dialogues are written to suit the story and the character. He said audiences should view them in the context of the film.

“We are not told to use such dialogues as taunts. When you watch a movie, you should understand it according to the character and the story. Thank you for feeling bad about it, but please do not take it so seriously,” Akshay said.

The trailer of Welcome To The Jungle runs for more than four minutes and features a mix of comedy, action, and adventure. Unlike the earlier films in the franchise, the story is set in a jungle.

Akshay plays a struggling actor who is trying to revive his career after a series of unsuccessful films. His fortunes appear to improve when he gets a new film opposite a successful actress, played by Jacqueline Fernandez.

However, the film shoot turns into a real-life adventure when the crew reaches a village near the border. The villagers mistakenly believe the actors are soldiers and ask them to protect the village from a dangerous gang led by Jackie Shroff.

The misunderstanding leads to several humorous situations, with Akshay’s character repeatedly reminding everyone that he is only an actor and not a real-life hero.

The film is directed by Ahmed Khan and produced by Firoz A. Nadiadwala, Rakesh Dang, and Vedant Vikaas Baali. Welcome To The Jungle is scheduled to release in theatres on June 26.

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Isha Rikhi Confirms Marriage To Rapper Badshah

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1 day ago

June 11, 2026

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Mumbai: Punjabi actress and model Isha Rikhi has finally confirmed that she is married to rapper and singer Badshah.

The confirmation came during an Instagram “Ask Me Anything” session. Responding to a fan’s question, Isha said that she is married and jokingly asked her husband, Badshah, to answer the many questions people have about their relationship.

Another fan asked why she had never shared a photo with Badshah. In response, Isha posted a rare romantic picture of the couple, delighting their fans.

Rumours about their marriage began in March after photos and videos from a private wedding ceremony were shared on social media. The event was attended by close family members and friends.

While Badshah has not yet made an official statement, Isha’s comments have confirmed that the couple is married.