'Sridevi-Girl Woman Superstar': New Book Chronicles Extraordinary Life of The Actress
5 years, 4 months ago

'Sridevi-Girl Woman Superstar': New Book Chronicles Extraordinary Life of The Actress

News 18  

A new book on actress Sridevi, written by author and screenwriter Satyarth Nayak, will be published by Penguin Random House India, in October this year. Titled Sridevi: Girl Woman Superstar, it chronicles Sridevi's journey as an actress, who gained immense popularity and became the first female superstar, in a very patriarchal film industry, at a time when women actresses were always the accessory of the leading men, but rarely the stars themselves. The author of the book, Satyarth Nayak, said, ‘I have always been a huge admirer of Sridevi and this book gave me the perfect opportunity to celebrate the journey of India's beloved screen goddess. Talking about the book, Milee Ashwarya, Publisher, Ebury Publishing and Vintage Publishing, Penguin Random House India, said, ‘Sridevi has been the quintessential superstar.

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Sreeleela reminds us of Savithri, Sridevi
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Sreeleela reminds us of Savithri, Sridevi

Deccan Chronicle  

Telugu sensation Sreeleela has taken Tollywood by storm, making her debut opposite Roshan in the film Pelli SandaD. The real breakthrough, however, came with her role in Ravi Teja’s blockbuster Dhamaka, where her dance moves and on-screen charisma played a pivotal role in the film's success. What sets Sreeleela apart is her ability to seamlessly fit into any role, echoing …

Happy Birthday Nayanthara: Lady Superstar's Hit Films and Upcoming Projects
1 year, 1 month ago

Happy Birthday Nayanthara: Lady Superstar's Hit Films and Upcoming Projects

News 18  

HAPPY BIRTHDAY NAYANTHARA: Born in 1984, Nayanthara turns 39 today and ever since she entered the industry, she has become one of the South Film Industry’s most charming and influential figures. For nearly two decades, she’s succeeded in the male dominated film industry and received the title of Lady Superstar of Tamil Cinema by her fans. As the Jawan actress …

‘Kumari Srimathi’ web series review: A vibrant Nithya Menen anchors a tale of rural entrepreneurship with a dash of humour
1 year, 3 months ago

‘Kumari Srimathi’ web series review: A vibrant Nithya Menen anchors a tale of rural entrepreneurship with a dash of humour

The Hindu  

‘Director Gomtesh Upadhye’s Telugu web series Kumari Srimathi, headlined by Nithya Menen, introduces us to a side of East Godavari that mainstream Telugu cinema, with its box office constraints, would hesitate to explore. Streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Kumari Srimathi is a story of a dysfunctional family in which the gutsy yet vulnerable women deal with the mess created by …

Sridevi to Asin and Shruti Hassan: What south Indian actors said about working in Bollywood
1 year, 4 months ago

Sridevi to Asin and Shruti Hassan: What south Indian actors said about working in Bollywood

Hindustan Times  

Nayanthara's stellar debut in Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan is being appreciated by one and all. Actors like Sridevi, Shruti Hassan and Genelia D'Souza have all shared about their experiences of doing Bollywood films. In a recent interview with Siddharth Kannan in 2023, the actor said, "It's really good to see India is no more regional cinema – South, North, Punjabi …

Sridevi’s 60th birth anniversary: From being Bollywood’s first female superstar to her mysterious death
1 year, 4 months ago

Sridevi’s 60th birth anniversary: From being Bollywood’s first female superstar to her mysterious death

Hindustan Times  

On Sridevi's birth anniversary, her family and fans cannot help but notice her absence. Ahead, we try to capture the actor's five-decade-long journey to becoming India’s ‘first female superstar’, and her untimely death. First female superstar of Bollywood Born Shree Amma Yanger Ayappar in Tamil Nadu on August 13, 1963, Sridevi began working as a child actor at the young …

Google Doodle remembers Sridevi on her 60th birth anniversary
1 year, 4 months ago

Google Doodle remembers Sridevi on her 60th birth anniversary

India TV News  

Google is celebrating the 60th birth anniversary of the late Bollywood superstar Sridevi by featuring a heartfelt doodle in her honor. Sridevi's journey in the world of entertainment began at the tender age of four when she starred in her debut film, the Tamil production "Kandhan Karunai," in 1967. Google's Doodle description aptly captures her early rise to fame, stating, …

When Sridevi Earned More Than Rajinikanth For This Movie
1 year, 4 months ago

When Sridevi Earned More Than Rajinikanth For This Movie

News 18  

Sridevi, a cherished gem of the Indian entertainment realm, not only graced Bollywood with her luminous presence but also left an indelible mark on the South Indian film industry. Back in 1976, Sridevi catapulted into the limelight with K Balachander’s Moondru Mudichu, sharing the screen with the now-superstar of South cinema, Rajinikanth, in lead roles, and featuring Kamal Hassan in …

Can You Recognise This 90s Actress Who Gave Sridevi Tough Competition?
1 year, 6 months ago

Can You Recognise This 90s Actress Who Gave Sridevi Tough Competition?

News 18  

Sridevi was one of the most prominent actresses in Bollywood. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Meenakshi Seshadri This cute little girl, striking a dance pose, in the photo is none other than former actress Meenakshi Seshadri. When Meenakshi Seshadri entered the industry, she proved to be a competitor for Sridevi, due to her appealing looks and …

Rani Mukerji: 'Every woman wanted to be Sridevi, she was the epitome of grace and beauty'
1 year, 10 months ago

Rani Mukerji: 'Every woman wanted to be Sridevi, she was the epitome of grace and beauty'

Firstpost  

The much-talked-about Netflix docu-series The Romantics, which is a tribute to the legacy of Yash Chopra & YRF and their cultural impact on India and Indians for the past 50 years, was released on Feb 14 to unanimous acclaim and love. The national over-pouring of love for Yash Chopra and YRF was evident as The Romantics became the Number 1 …

10 years of English Vinglish: Gauri Shinde on casting Sridevi, says 'she just magically happened to me'
2 years, 3 months ago

10 years of English Vinglish: Gauri Shinde on casting Sridevi, says 'she just magically happened to me'

India TV News  

The legendary actress Sridevi made her comeback to Bollywood after 15 years with the 2012 release, English Vinglish. The film went on to become a major hit and garnered all of the Best Debut Director awards of 2012 for Gauri Shinde. Talking to the Indian Express, Gauri revealed on casting the veteran actress and said Sridevi just magically happened to …

Sridevi's sarees from English Vinglish to be auctioned as film completes 10 yrs
2 years, 3 months ago

Sridevi's sarees from English Vinglish to be auctioned as film completes 10 yrs

Hindustan Times  

Sridevi-starrer English Vinglish will mark a decade of its release on Wednesday, and director Gauri Shinde has planned a special event to honour the film and its lead star. English Vinglish, which marked Sridevi's comeback film after a 15-year hiatus, starred her as Shashi Godbole. Gaur Shinde said the team of English Vinglish will host a special event on October …

Sridevi's sarees from English Vinglish to be auctioned as film completes 10 years. Details inside
2 years, 3 months ago

Sridevi's sarees from English Vinglish to be auctioned as film completes 10 years. Details inside

India Today  

Sridevi was one of Indian cinema's most celebrated names. 'KEPT THE SAREES IN GOOD CONDITION' English Vinglish is set to complete 10 years on October 10. "We are doing a celebration of the ten years of English Vinglish, so we are doing a screening in Andheri on October 10. ABOUT ENGLISH VINGLISH English Vinglish, Gauri Shinde's maiden directorial venture, featured …

Remembering Sridevi on her 59th birth anniversary through her five iconic songs
2 years, 4 months ago

Remembering Sridevi on her 59th birth anniversary through her five iconic songs

Firstpost  

Sridevi was often regarded as the first female superstar of the Hindi film industry. Born in 1963 in Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, Sridevi was often regarded as the first female superstar of the Hindi film industry. Main Teri Dushman Sridevi’s iconic song Main Teri Dushman Dushman Tu Mera was featured in the 1986 film Nagina. Hawa Hawaii The song Hawa Hawaii …

Aishwarya Rajinikanth and Boney Kapoor remember 'Pappi akka' Sridevi as they meet over coffee: 'Reminiscing old times'
2 years, 5 months ago

Aishwarya Rajinikanth and Boney Kapoor remember 'Pappi akka' Sridevi as they meet over coffee: 'Reminiscing old times'

Hindustan Times  

Filmmaker Aishwarya Rajinikanth gave a glimpse of her weekend as she spent time with producer Boney Kapoor. Aishwarya also said that they spoke about Boney's wife, late actor Sridevi. Aishwarya Rajinikanth and Boney Kapoor met recently. Sharing the picture, Aishwarya tweeted, “Was a delight catching up this evening over coffee with you dear @BoneyKapoor uncle.reminiscing old times, remembering pappi akka …

When Sridevi said seeing Janhvi get married would bring her great joy
2 years, 9 months ago

When Sridevi said seeing Janhvi get married would bring her great joy

Hindustan Times  

Actor Sridevi died in 2018, just a few months before her elder daughter Janhvi Kapoor's debut film Dhadak was released. Sridevi said that when Janhvi told her that she wanted to join the film industry, she wasn't in favour of it and that seeing her get married would give her greater joy. Sridevi tied the knot with producer Boney Kapoor …

A look at Sridevi’s most underrated performances on her death anniversary
2 years, 10 months ago

A look at Sridevi’s most underrated performances on her death anniversary

Firstpost  

Sridevi, the legend, has acted in several movies but some of them have truly been forgotten. army of avengers seeking to annihilate villain Danny Denzongpa for murdering Sri’s husband played by Shah Rukh Khan. In Army, Sri had a meltdown sequence where she had to first laugh at her husband’s inert figure thinking he was playing a prank on her, …

Sridevi Death Anniversary: Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor Remember Mother with Heartwarming Photos
3 years, 10 months ago

Sridevi Death Anniversary: Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor Remember Mother with Heartwarming Photos

News 18  

Legendary actress Sridevi passed away on February 24, 2018. Khushi Kapoor has shared a throwback picture of Sridevi with Boney Kapoor while Janhvi has posted a snap of a hand written note by her mother. Sridevi fans have shared their fond memories of the iconic actress in the comments section. Khushi’s uncle Sanjay Kapoor has also reacted to the post …

Sridevi was worried Janhvi Kapoor would be compared to her and had prepared her for it, Boney Kapoor had revealed
3 years, 10 months ago

Sridevi was worried Janhvi Kapoor would be compared to her and had prepared her for it, Boney Kapoor had revealed

Hindustan Times  

Actor Janhvi Kapoor made her Bollywood debut with 2018's Dhadak. Around the film's release, Boney Kapoor revealed how the late actor was worried that Janhvi would forever be compared to her. What she had to offer to films and to people’s lives was greater than what any artiste could.” {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} Sridevi died on February 24, 2018, in …

Remembering Sridevi and the romantic classic Lamhe on her 3rd death anniversary
3 years, 10 months ago

Remembering Sridevi and the romantic classic Lamhe on her 3rd death anniversary

India Today  

Bollywood superstar Sridevi had passed away on February 24, 2018. Referred to as India's first female superstar, Shree Amma Yanger Ayyapan aka Sridevi was one of the very few actors who enjoyed a mass appeal across major regional film industries within the country. On Sridevi's third death anniversary, we take a trip down memory lane and revisit one of her …

When Boney Kapoor confessed to his ex-wife that he was in love with Sridevi: ‘I couldn’t hold myself back’
4 years, 1 month ago

When Boney Kapoor confessed to his ex-wife that he was in love with Sridevi: ‘I couldn’t hold myself back’

Hindustan Times  

Producer Boney Kapoor and late actor Sridevi’s relationship was impeded by so many obstacles but they conquered them all and triumphed in the end. Boney Kapoor and Sridevi were happily married for over two decades. During the shoot of Mr India, Boney pulled out all stops for Sridevi, from getting her the best make-up room to the best costumes. At …

Sridevi birth anniversary: 5 iconic looks of India’s first female superstar whose style rocked three film industries
4 years, 4 months ago

Sridevi birth anniversary: 5 iconic looks of India’s first female superstar whose style rocked three film industries

Hindustan Times  

An indomitable sartorial elegance is what describes India’s first female superstar, Sridevi’s best since her grace and tremendous charisma continue to be unmatched. Sridevi birth anniversary: The 5 iconic looks from Sridevi’s onscreen avatars. Be it Indian-wear in Sabyasachi saris and Manish Malhotra lehengas or Elie Saab evening gowns and short summery dresses, Sridevi’s effortless fashion moments even offscreen, remain …

Nerkonda Paarvai turns 1: Shraddha Srinath praises Ajith for choosing such scripts
4 years, 5 months ago

Nerkonda Paarvai turns 1: Shraddha Srinath praises Ajith for choosing such scripts

India Today  

Shraddha Srinath took to social media to celebrate one year of Nerkonda Paarvai, the Tamil remake of hit Bollywood film, Pink. Today, the actress took to her Instagram stories to celebrate one year of the film's release. Shraddha wrote, "A mega star who chose to defy odds and be part of a film that talks about a subject that we …

Is Boney Kapoor producing Udhayanidhi Stalin and Arunraja Kamaraj's film?
4 years, 9 months ago

Is Boney Kapoor producing Udhayanidhi Stalin and Arunraja Kamaraj's film?

India Today  

Lyricist-singer Arunraja Kamaraj made his directorial debut with an emotional sports-drama, Kanaa, which set cash registers ringing at the box office. According to latest report, popular Bollywood producer Boney Kapoor, who bankrolled Ajith's Nerkonda Paarvai, is likely to produce Arunraja Kamaraj's second film. Arunraja had apparently suggested his name to Boney Kapoor as he felt that Udhayanidhi would fit in …

Tuesday Trivia: Ram Gopal Varma hated Boney Kapoor for turning Sridevi into an ordinary housewife
4 years, 9 months ago

Tuesday Trivia: Ram Gopal Varma hated Boney Kapoor for turning Sridevi into an ordinary housewife

India Today  

Much has been said and written about director Ram Gopal Varma's fascination for Sridevi, but nothing comes quite as close to what he himself reveals in his book, Guns & Thighs. Like, say for example, that Ram Gopal Varma would wait in long queues during his engineering days just to watch Sridevi's latest release on the big screen. In this …

Anil Kapoor pens emotional note for Sridevi on her death anniversary: ‘We’ve missed you every day’
4 years, 10 months ago

Anil Kapoor pens emotional note for Sridevi on her death anniversary: ‘We’ve missed you every day’

Hindustan Times  

Actor Anil Kapoor on Monday penned a heartfelt note on social media remembering his late sister-in-law and actor Sridevi on her second death anniversary. Joining many of her beloveds in remembering Bollywood’s Chandini, the 63-year-old star penned a heartfelt note on Instagram where he wished of her having more time with the people she loves. Earlier in the day, Sridevi’s …

Deepika Padukone hugs Boney Kapoor as he tears up at Sridevi biography launch. Watch video
5 years, 1 month ago

Deepika Padukone hugs Boney Kapoor as he tears up at Sridevi biography launch. Watch video

Hindustan Times  

Actor Deepika Padukone consoled film producer Boney Kapoor as he teared up at the launch event of a new biography of his wife, the late actor Sridevi. Deepika Padukone and Boney Kapoor at the launch event of Sridevi: The Eternal Screen Goddess. Titled Sridevi: The Eternal Screen Goddess, the book, written by Satyarth Nayak, features a foreword written by actor …

Deepika Padukone launches a book on late actress Sridevi, Boney Kapoor breaks down
5 years, 1 month ago

Deepika Padukone launches a book on late actress Sridevi, Boney Kapoor breaks down

India TV News  

Deepika Padukone and Boney Kapoor today launched a book based on Sridevi, in Delhi. Deepika Padukone shared how Sridevi and Boney Kapoor used to send her personalised messages for her films to appreciate the performances. Deepika revealed that she agreed immediately when asked by Boney Kapoor to launch a book on Sridevi, not just because she was a celebrated actress …

Sridevi told Janhvi Kapoor to be good from within: The camera captures everything
5 years, 2 months ago

Sridevi told Janhvi Kapoor to be good from within: The camera captures everything

India Today  

Actress Janhvi Kapoor says her mother, late actress Sridevi, always told her to be a good person from within. So it is important for an actor to be a good person from within because the camera captures everything," said Janhvi, at a panel discussion of MAMI Movie Mela on Sunday in Mumbai, which was also attended by actresses Aananya Panday, …

Sridevi’s Birth Anniversary: Highest paid actress to playing mother at 13, lesser known facts about the actress
5 years, 4 months ago

Sridevi’s Birth Anniversary: Highest paid actress to playing mother at 13, lesser known facts about the actress

India TV News  

Sridevi 56th Birth Anniversary: Veteran Bollywood actress Sridevi was not just a name in Bollywood but she was India’ first female superstar that the nation witnessed. On her 56th birth anniversary, let’s have a look at some of the lesser known facts about India’s first female superstar. Sridevi 56th Birth Anniversary: Today, August 13 marks the 56th birth anniversary of …

Janhvi Kapoor remembers Sridevi on 56th birth anniversary: I love you, mumma
5 years, 4 months ago

Janhvi Kapoor remembers Sridevi on 56th birth anniversary: I love you, mumma

India Today  

It's late actress Sridevi's 56th birth anniversary, and daughter Janhvi Kapoor, who idolises her mom, penned a beautiful post. Janhvi, who is currently busy shooting for RoohiAfza and Kargil Girl, posted a picture of Sridevi on Instagram and wrote, "Happy Birthday Mumma. India's first female superstar breathed her last in Dubai, where she was attending a family wedding with husband …

Boney Kapoor on Nerkonda Paarvai: The film is an ode to Sridevi
5 years, 5 months ago

Boney Kapoor on Nerkonda Paarvai: The film is an ode to Sridevi

India Today  

Boney Kapoor's production Nerkonda Paarvai, which is a remake of the Bollywood film Pink, hit the screens this week and has opened to rave reviews. For Boney, Nerkonda Paarvai was an ode to his wife, legendary actress Sridevi, as it was his first South production. Keeping Ajith’s image in mind, Vinoth has included a few more things without ruining the …

Ajith film Nerkonda Paarvai leaked online days before release. Details here
5 years, 5 months ago

Ajith film Nerkonda Paarvai leaked online days before release. Details here

India Today  

Nerkonda Paarvai starring Ajith is one of the biggest releases in Kollywood this year. Also starring Shraddha Srinath, Abhirami Venkatachalam and Andrea Tariang, the film which is directed by H Vinoth, is bankrolled by Boney Kapoor's Bay View Productions. Ahead of the film's grand release on August 8, the makers organised a premiere show in Singapore and screened the film …

Nerkonda Paarvai movie review: Ajith, Shraddha Srinath shine in faithful, engaging remake of Pink
5 years, 5 months ago

Nerkonda Paarvai movie review: Ajith, Shraddha Srinath shine in faithful, engaging remake of Pink

Firstpost  

Language: Tamil Nerkonda Paarvai is an absorbing court room drama, a reflection on the patriarchal mindset of our male-dominated society. The Tamil remake features popular mass hero Ajith, so director H Vinoth has taken some liberties to make it suitable to the sensibilities of the actor’s huge fan base. Never before has a top star asked such a question in …

Nerkonda Paarvai movie review: Ajith, Shraddha’s Pink remake the most powerful Tamil film in a long time
5 years, 5 months ago

Nerkonda Paarvai movie review: Ajith, Shraddha’s Pink remake the most powerful Tamil film in a long time

Hindustan Times  

Nerkonda Paarvai Director: H Vinoth Cast: Ajith Kumar, Shraddha Srinath, Abhirami Venkatachalam, Andrea Tariang, Rangaraj Pandey and Vidya Balan Rating: 4/5 Nerkonda Paarvai stars Ajith and Shraddha Srinath in lead roles. Nerkonda Paarvai, the Tamil remake of Pink, is the most powerful, socially relevant film featuring a star of Ajith Kumar’s stature to come out of Tamil cinema in a …

Boney Kapoor on Nerkonda Paarvai screening in Singapore: Fulfilled my wife Sridevi's dream
5 years, 5 months ago

Boney Kapoor on Nerkonda Paarvai screening in Singapore: Fulfilled my wife Sridevi's dream

India Today  

Producer Boney Kapoor, whose maiden Tamil production venture Nerkonda Paarvai debuted in Singapore on Tuesday, says he has managed to fulfil his late wife and veteran actress Sridevi's dream. The filmmaker on Tuesday morning, tweeted, "I am truly blessed 9 am IST today Premiere Show of 'Nerkonda Paarvai' will start in Singapore. I have managed to fullfil my wife Sridevi …

Priya Prakash Varrier on Sridevi Bungalow controversy: ‘I am fan of Sridevi, there was no intention to hurt anybody’
5 years, 5 months ago

Priya Prakash Varrier on Sridevi Bungalow controversy: ‘I am fan of Sridevi, there was no intention to hurt anybody’

Hindustan Times  

Actor Priya Prakash Varrier, who will soon make her Bollywood debut with Sridevi Bungalow, has said that she is keen to do more Hindi films in the future. Priya Prakash Varrier gestures on the set of the upcoming thriller film Sridevi Bungalow. Priya Prakash Varrier became a social media sensation after her wink in a song of the Malayalam film …

Janhvi Kapoor recalls huge fight with mom Sridevi after revealing she wanted to be an actor
5 years, 9 months ago

Janhvi Kapoor recalls huge fight with mom Sridevi after revealing she wanted to be an actor

India Today  

Being the daughter of legendary actress Sridevi and producer Boney Kapoor, Janhvi Kapoor has acting in her blood. I was like, 'Mom, you really need to feel bad for me, not from an actor's point of view,'" the Dhadak actress revealed. Unfortunately, Sridevi passed away before Janhvi's debut film, Shashank Khaitan's Dhadak, hit the theatres. In an exclusive interview with …

Sridevi Bungalow teaser 2: Priya Varrier's film looks like a mix of bad acting and cheap thrills
5 years, 9 months ago

Sridevi Bungalow teaser 2: Priya Varrier's film looks like a mix of bad acting and cheap thrills

India Today  

Priya Prakash Varrier became a nationwide sensation after her wink and eyebrow dance went viral on the internet, and soon, filmmakers were queuing up outside her door to sign her for projects. In fact, the first teaser also featured a distasteful scene of Priya's feet dangling out of a bathtub, which seems to take inspiration from Sridevi's tragic demise. Now, …

Nerkonda Paarvai first look out: Ajith and Boney Kapoor make Sridevi's wish come true with Pink Tamil remake
5 years, 10 months ago

Nerkonda Paarvai first look out: Ajith and Boney Kapoor make Sridevi's wish come true with Pink Tamil remake

India Today  

The first-look poster and the title of Ajith Kumar's upcoming Tamil remake of Hindi blockbuster Pink are finally out. The film is titled Nerkonda Paarvai, which is a line from Tamil poet Bharathiyar's poem, which describes his idea of modern woman. First look poster: pic.twitter.com/g3bI3Bt565 taran adarsh March 4, 2019 Nerkonda Paarvai is produced by Sridevi's husband Boney Kapoor, who …

Ajith and wife Shalini attend Sridevi's prayer meet ahead of first death anniversary
5 years, 10 months ago

Ajith and wife Shalini attend Sridevi's prayer meet ahead of first death anniversary

India Today  

It was in February 2018 that the sudden death of Sridevi shocked the nation. India's first female superstar breathed her last in Dubai where she was attending a family wedding with husband Boney Kapoor and daughter Khushi. Now 10 days before her death anniversary, Boney Kapoor held a puja for her barsi at Sridevi's maternal house in Chennai. Apart from …

Priya Prakash Varrier on Sridevi Bungalow row: Everything is for publicity
5 years, 10 months ago

Priya Prakash Varrier on Sridevi Bungalow row: Everything is for publicity

India Today  

A year after she whooshed her way into millions of hearts with her wink and finger-gun kisses, Priya Prakash Varrier hit headlines again. The trailer of her upcoming film Sridevi Bungalow drew flak from netizens as it was eerily similar to the legendary's actress death in 2018. Sridevi's husband Boney Kapoor slammed a notice on the makers of the film …

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