Kulfi turns host
Popular child artist Aakriti Sharma aka Kulfi is all set to co-host Star Plus' upcoming singing reality show Taare Zameen Par alongside ace comedian Sugandha Mishra. The talented duo will enthrall viewers with various performances on stage, enabling a fun-viewing experience. Premiering on Monday, November 2, the show will highlight the musical journey of 20 children who will be nurtured, supported and encouraged by 3 celebrated mentors Shankar Mahadevan, Tony Kakkar and Jonita Gandhi.
Little Kullfi aka Aakriti Sharma has won many hearts with her innocence in her earlier show Kullfi Kumarr Bajewala and she is a pro at portraying emotions with much ease and perfection.
Kulfi Kumar Bajewala fame Aakriti Sharma embarks on a new journey and she says: “I am happy and excited to host/anchor my first show on television. The entire team has been kind and helpful especially Sugandha didi, she has been the best partner to me. I get to learn so many things while shooting for this show since singing is my favorite hobby. In the coming days, I wish to learn the music from Shankar Sir who is the mentor on our show.”
Gear up to watch a unique show which explores the talent, personality and goofiness of young singing wonders.
The unbreakable jodi
Sony SAB’s widely acclaimed historical fiction show, Tenali Rama, continues to win viewers’ hearts by reviving the ancient tales and anecdotes of the legendary scholar and poet Tenali Rama and taking them right into the heart of Raja Krishnadevaraya’s Vijayanagar. The show continues to gain immense love and support for its engaging and values driven storyline that offers entertainment across all ages in a family.
Talking about the glorious success on television and sharing their experience so far, Krishna Bharadwaj — everyone’s beloved Pandit Rama Krishna and Tarun Khanna — the celebrated king Krishnadevaraya, get candid about their journey so far as artistes and a lot more.
Krishna Bharadwaj, better known as Pandit Rama Krishna since past three and a half years shared key highlights of the journey so far: “I have lived this character for so long that I do not even remember my life before Tenali Rama. Pandit Rama Krishna is a part of me, and I am so glad that I have had the opportunity to adopt all the noteworthy qualities of Rama. This show has given me immense love and support from the fans, and it is indeed a heartwarming feeling when a character succeeds in creating a positive change in someone’s life. A lot of fans reach out to me talking about how the show made them smile or helped them cope with difficult times. As an actor, it is really fulfilling.”
Tarun, while sharing his views on the reasons behind the success of this show, said: “Since my childhood till now, I have never come across a show that is a total family entertainer and at the same time high on values. Tenali Rama is a show that familiarizes the audience with our Indian culture. In my family my six-year-old son and my 75-year-old father-in-law watch this show together. There are hardly any shows that can bring such distinct age groups together. The characters have been so beautifully and cleverly designed that even a character like Amma who has no dialogues in the show has been loved. The characters are so well rounded and unique that makes him stand out in any situation. This is immense hard work and dedication that has determined the success of this show.
Sharing about their experience of working with one another, Krishna said: “I feel Rama and Krishnadevaraya’s character are like Lord Krishna and Sudama. Rama practically worships Krishnadevaraya and would do anything for him. So, the chemistry between these two characters are really important for the show. After Tarun’s arrival on the show, we never lacked the chemistry. It was there since day one.” Adding further, Tarun said, “I was thrilled to be a part of this show as it is fulfilled my childhood dream of being a part of the world of Tenali Rama. Before joining the show, I had not watched any of the episodes and I got the glimpse of Krishna’s talent on my first day of the shoot. I have rarely seen artists who have such a stronghold on their language and Krishna is certainly one of those few actors.”
Beating the blues away
Given the tough past six months that we have spent during the lockdown, the current festive season is giving a whole lot of positive energy to everyone! Last year during this time, we all were excited and in a festive mood spreading cheer all around. In the same way, Sayantani Ghosh who is currently seen as Rasiya in Colors' Barrister Babu & will also be seen in Colors Shandaar Ravivaar, misses being in Kolkata for Dura Puja. The actress says she feels nostalgic about being away from all the festivities in Kolkota. However, the popular show Barrister Babu and the upcoming two-hour long special segment Shandaar Ravivaar are helping the actress cope up! Sayantani will be seen celebrating Durga Pooja and doing the traditional dance in both the shows.
Commenting about the same Sayantani Ghosh said: “The ambience during Durga Puja in Kolkata is totally different. The festival fever is unmatched and everyone is gripped by the festive fervour. I miss the noise of the dhak (drums) and wearing new clothes. These were yearly rituals for me wherein there used to be one pandal in every single lane in Kolkata! This year, I am feeling a bit sad as I will not be able to go due to COVID-19. Although the flights are open now, I do not want to risk travelling especially because of the current situation as my parents are senior citizens and I do not want to risk their health. In our show the current track is around Durga puja and so is my performance in Shandaar Ravivaar and the atmosphere around is really making me feel more nostalgic. Hopefully next year, by the blessings of Maa Durga, I'll be able to go there!”
