Actor
Date of birth:
1 Jan 1978
Height:
5' 4"
Spouse:
(5 Feb 2012)
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Herself - Winner Best Actor ( Female ) / Jury Award For Best Actress
(12 Dec 2011)
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(31 Mar 2011)
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(1970)
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Indian Film Festival Of Melbourne
(Best Actress)
Screen Weekly Awards
(Best Actress)
Screen Awards, IN
(Best Actress)
Filmfare Awards
(Best Actress)
Filmfare Awards
(Best Actress)
Screen Weekly Awards
(Best Actress)
Zee Cine Awards
(Best Actress)
National Film Awards, India
(Best Actress)
Zee Cine Awards
(Jury Award For Best Actress)
Filmfare Awards
(Critics Award Best Actress)
Filmfare Awards
(Best Actress)
Annual Central European Bollywood Awards, India
(Best Supporting Actress)
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 21 : Actor Vidya Balan is currently enjoying success with her latest film 'Do Aur Do Pyaar'. On receiving praise from the audience over her role in the film, Vidya on Sunday took to Instagram and expressed gratitude. "I am really excited by all the love we have been receiving for 'Do Aur Do Pyaar'. Thank you so much. My heart is full of love, joy gratitude and smiles. Please spread the word..please come and watch the film," she said in a video. Directed by Shirsha Guha Thakurta and presented by Applause Entertainment and Ellipsis Entertainment, 'Do Aur Do Pyaar' was released on April 19.The movie, which also stars Pratik Gandhi, Ileana D'Cruz and Sendhil Ramamurthy, explores the intricacies of modern relationships.In an exclusive conversation with ANI, the 'Parineeta' actress spoke about the importance of open communication in relationships."I believe every couple has their own unique mantra, but in my opinion, if we openly communicate with each other about everything, it can be very helpful," the actress said.Discussing her relationship with her husband Siddharth Roy Kapur, Vidya Balan shared, "Siddharth and I discuss everything, if someone feels bad or gets angry, or if there's love, we express it honestly to each other, which is very important. Sharing everything is crucial for a couple. And spending a lot of time together, especially enjoying biryani together, is very important."Vidya Balan and Siddharth Roy Kapur got married in Mumbai on December 14, 2012, following a few years of courtship.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 20 : Shirsha Guha Thakurta's debut directorial project 'Do Aur Do Pyaar' has been making headlines since its release on April 19. The film, which stars Vidya Balan and Pratik Gandhi is an emotional rollercoaster with witty dialogues and a web of relationships.The movie, which also stars Ileana D'Cruz and Sendhil Ramamurthy, explores the intricacies of modern relationships.In an exclusive conversation with ANI, Shirsha shared her experience of working with actors like Vidya BalanPratik Gandhi and others. She also opened up about how the casting happened.She said, "I feel very privileged because I had a bunch of great actors. There's Vidya, Pratik, Ileana, Sendhil Each of them has a huge body of work behind them, a huge amount of experience and it was my first film. But they never made me feel like that."On the casting process, she added, "Initially producer Ellipsis (Ellipsis Entertainment Production), bought the rights of the American film called 'The Lovers' and they took it to Vidya and she agreed to do it. But she did want to see the final adaptation."'The Lovers' is a 2017 comedy romance film directed by Azazel Jacobs. It stars Debra Winger, Tracy Letts, Aidan Gillen, Melora Walters, Tyler Ross and Jessica Sula.Shirsha continued, "So then we worked with the writers together for almost a year before she agreed to sign it. Once she was on board, then we went to Pratik. He liked the idea of doing a rom-com. He was thrilled to work with Vidya. But all of us had never seen Pratik in a rom-com at that point. So, we met him over tea one day with Vidya just to see, what are the possibilities. Will they look good as a couple? So, then Pratik came on board, he was our second cast."Earlier, Pratik opened up about his experience working alongside Bollywood star Vidya Balan in their latest project, 'Do Aur Do Pyaar.'He said, "Everyone who has interviewed her heard her laughter, heard her words... everything said about her is absolutely true, as I experienced firsthand."The actor added, "Her personality is just as genuine. Her daily life is just as joyful. So, that same vibe is reflected on set as well... and it was my first chance to work with such a big actor."The director goes on to share how Ileana joined the cast, however, the filmmaker was initially not sure if she would agree to do it."We were not sure whether Ileana would want to do it. But she was very excited with the many layers that Nora had as a character. She loved it. And she said yes. So we were thrilled to have her. "Thakurta revealed that although she had not originally intended to cast the star of 'Beauty and the Beast' as an NRI, Sendhil--an American actor--was given the part since he was unable to speak Hindi well."Sendhil's character was not an NRI earlier. But there was a bit of a discussion that, he will speak in English because he doesn't know Hindi. He's never lived in India. He doesn't know the language. And we wanted to be true to his craft. So we knew that then a big part of the film became English. The producers were magnanimous enough to say that let's do what is creatively right and then we'll figure out later. We made him an NRI and we just kept his part in English. It almost took a year and a half for the entire casting process to happen."While talking about her upcoming projects, she shared, "I'm primarily an ad filmmaker. So there's not anything in a long format that I'm doing right now. I'm back to doing ads. As and when we'll take our time and see what we can do next because it takes a lot to make a feature film. You know till you're really sure I don't think one should waste anybody's time in making something that is not worth it." Directed by Shirsha Guha Thakurta and presented by Applause Entertainment and Ellipsis Entertainment, 'Do Aur Do Pyaar' was released on April 19.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 13 : Actor Pratik Gandhi opened up about his experience working alongside Bollywood star Vidya Balan in their latest project, 'Do Aur Do Pyaar.' In an exclusive interview with ANI, the actor said, "Everyone who has interviewed her heard her laughter, heard her words... everything said about her is absolutely true, as I experienced firsthand." "Her personality is just as genuine. Her daily life is just as joyful. So, that same vibe is reflected on set as well... and it was my first chance to work with such a big actor, he added. Pratik also spoke about how Balan's friendly and genuine nature created a nice atmosphere on the set, making it easy to work together. "The way she made me feel comfortable, the way our friendship grew... maybe that's why I was able to perform as well as I did," he said. Directed by Shirsha Guha Thakurta and presented by Applause Entertainment and Ellipsis Entertainment, 'Do Aur Do Pyaar' promises to be a rollercoaster ride of emotions. The trailer, released earlier this month, offers a glimpse into the complexities of modern relationships, inviting audiences of all ages to embark on a journey filled with laughter, tears, and love. Also starring Illeana D'Cruz, the film boasts a stellar cast that is likely to captivate viewers.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 13 : Actor Vidya Balan, who is gearing up for her upcoming film 'Do Aur Do Pyaar' with Pratik Gandhi, recently revealed the 'mantra' to her successful marriage.In an exclusive conversation with ANI, the 'Parineeta' actress spoke about the importance of open communication in relationships."I believe every couple has their own unique mantra, but in my opinion, if we openly communicate with each other about everything, it can be very helpful," the actress said.Discussing her relationship with her husband Siddharth Roy KapurVidya Balan shared, "Siddharth and I discuss everything, if someone feels bad or gets angry, or if there's love, we express it honestly to each other, which is very important. Sharing everything is crucial for a couple. And spending a lot of time together, especially enjoying biryani together, is very important."Vidya Balan and Siddharth Roy Kapur got married in Mumbai on December 14, 2012, following a few years of courtship.'Do Aur Do Pyaar' directed by award-winning ad filmmaker Shirsha Guha Thakurta, marks her feature debut and is scheduled to hit the theatres on April 19, 2024.The trailer, released earlier this month, offers a glimpse into the complexities of modern relationships, inviting audiences of all ages to embark on a journey filled with laughter, tears, and love. Also starring Illeana D'Cruz, and Sendhil Ramamurthy, the film boasts a stellar cast that is likely to captivate viewers.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 11 : After 'Jazbaati Hai Dil' and 'Tu Hai Kahaan', the makers of the movie 'Do Aur Do Pyaar' starring Vidya Balan and Pratik Gandhi unveiled the third Song 'TaRaTaRaTa'.Taking to Instagram, Pratik Gandhi treated fans with the song video and captioned the post, "The magic of falling in love just got a whole lot sweeter with #TaRaTaRaTa. Song out now. #DoAurDoPyaar releasing in cinemas on 19th April 2024."Sung by Vishal Dadlani, 'TaRaTaRaTa' is composed by Subhajit Mukherjee and written by Trina Mukherjee.Directed by Shirsha Guha Thakurta and presented by Applause Entertainment and Ellipsis Entertainment, "Do Aur Do Pyaar" promises to be a rollercoaster ride of emotions. Recently, the makers released second song- 'Tu Hai Kahaan', which captures the essence of love in its purest form, evoking emotions of longing and affection. The collaboration between Lucky Ali and The Local Train ignites a spark of magic and love.'Do Aur Do Pyaar' gears up to hit the screens on April 19.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 : Ileana D'Cruz, who is gearing up for her 'Do Aur Do Pyaar', co-starring Vidya Balan, Pratik Gandhi, and Sendhil Ramamurthy, on Monday, shared an adorable picture of her son Koa Phoenix Dolan with his dad Michael Dolan.Ileana took to Instagram stories and shared a new glimpse of her son and boyfriend.The image captured Koa sleeping in Michael's arms.Sharing the picture, she wrote, "My Whole World". Last year, Ileana revealed that she is not handling her son Koa Phoenix Dolan alone and shared a picture with her mystery man.Ileana conducted an interactive session on Instagram stories for fans by answering their series of questions.During the session, one of the fans asked "how you single handling your child? Responding to the question, Ileana shared an image of her partner and wrote, "I'm not."Ileana welcomed her first child on August 1 and revealed the name and news to her fans days later.She introduced her first child by sharing a cute picture on August 5.In the picture, Ileana's baby boy, whom she named 'Koa Phoenix Dolan' can be seen sleeping.Sharing the picture, a new mom in town wrote, "No words could explain how happy we are to welcome our darling boy to the world. Hearts beyond full."Earlier rumours stated that Ileana was dating Sebastian Laurent Michel, the brother of Katrina Kaif.Ileana earlier reportedly was in a relationship with photographer Andrew Kneebone.Meanwhile, Ileana will be seen in 'Do Aur Do Pyaar,' which is directed by Shirsha Guha Thakurta.The film will hit the screens on April 19. Ileana recently starred in 'Tera Kya Hoga Lovely' opposite Randeep Hooda, released on Women's Day, March 8. The movie, directed by Balwinder Singh Janjua, also features Varun Sharma and Karan Kundrra in crucial roles. The film revolves around the issue of obsession with fair skin, portraying Ileana as a dark-complexioned girl facing challenges in marriage.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 6 : Romance, humour, and music galore! The trailer of Vidya Balan and Pratik Gandhi's 'Do Aur Do Pyaar' movie is nothing less of a delight to the fans!Presented by Applause Entertainment and produced by Ellipsis Entertainment, the romantic comedy promises to be a mix of romance, humour, and infectious music.Directed by award-winning ad filmmaker Shirsha Guha Thakurta, 'Do Aur Do Pyaar' marks her feature debut and is scheduled to hit the theatres on April 19, 2024.The trailer, released on Saturday, offers a glimpse into the complexities of modern relationships, inviting audiences of all ages to embark on a journey filled with laughter, tears, and love.The chemistry between Vidya Balan and Pratik Gandhi comes through in the trailer. Also starring Illeana D'Cruz, and Sendhil Ramamurthy, the film boasts a stellar cast that is likely to captivate viewers.The film's soundtrack features renowned artists such as Lucky AliArmaan Malik and Ananya Birla.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 5 : The makers of the much-anticipated movie 'Do Aur Do Pyaar' starring Vidya Balan and Pratik Gandhi are all set to unveil the official trailer.On Instagram, Vidya Balan treated fans to a new poster along with a trailer announcement.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Vidya Balan (@balanvidya)Vidya, Sendhil Ramamurthy, lleana D'Cruz and Pratik Gandhi are seen lying on a bed. In the poster, Sendhil Ramamurthy can be seen giving a hug to Vidya while lleana hugs Pratik Gandhi.Sharing the poster, she wrote, "Tomorrow's forecast: Romance will bloom and pyaar will cause confusion! #DoAurDoPyaar Trailer Out Tomorrow. Releasing in cinemas on 19th April 2024."The trailer will be out on April 6. 'Do Aur Do Pyaar,' is directed by Shirsha Guha Thakurta. It also stars Ileana D'Cruz, and Sendhil Ramamurthy.The makers recently dropped the film's teaser. The video provides a peek into the dynamics of modern-day relationships with a perfect blend of romance, humour, and relatable storytelling.The teaser starts with a married couple, played by Vidya and Pratik, sharing a meal on their couch. When Pratik offers Vidya his ice cream, she declines, mentioning she's vegan. He then points out that her facewash contains milk.The video also features affectionate moments between another couple, played by Illeana and Sendhil.All four characters are seen attempting to rekindle the passion and excitement in their relationships. They go on movie dates and trips, striving to bring back marital happiness.The film is presented by Applause Entertainment, an Ellipsis Entertainment production.Mark your calendars as 'Do Aur Do Pyaar' gears up to hit the screens on April 19.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 2 : After 'Jazbaati Hai Dil', the makers of the much-anticipated movie 'Do Aur Do Pyaar' starring Vidya Balan and Pratik Gandhi unveiled the second song 'Tu Hai Kahaan'.Taking to Instagram, Vidya Balan treated fans with the song video and captioned the post, "The magic of love just got real with Lucky Ali & The Local Train coming together! #TuHaiKahaan song out now."'Tu Hai Kahaan', captures the essence of love in its purest form, evoking emotions of longing and affection. The collaboration between Lucky Ali and The Local Train emerges as a true music powerhouse, igniting a spark of magic and love.After a hiatus of nine years from the silver screen, legendary Lucky Ali makes a stunning comeback with his mesmerizing rendition of 'Tu Hai Kahaan'.Following his unforgettable contribution to the classic soundtrack Safarnama from the film 'Tamasha', Lucky Ali once again captivates audiences with his timeless voice, evoking nostalgia and stirring hearts.Expressing his excitement Lucky Ali said, "I like to be selective about the songs I sing for films. When I heard the scratch of Tu Hai Kahaan, I loved it and felt it would suit my voice. I enjoyed working with the young composers. I hope my fans enjoy it. Love, Lucky Ali."The Local Train shared, "We're excited that our first stint with composing for an Original Sound Track has none other than Lucky Ali lending his voice and style to it. We've tried to capture a certain bittersweet nostalgia in the track. Like how you feel when you revisit an earlier time in your life that you still cherish deeply."'Do Aur Do Pyaar,' is directed by Shirsha Guha Thakurta. It also stars Ileana D'Cruz, and Sendhil Ramamurthy.The makers recently dropped the film's teaser. The video provides a peek into the dynamics of modern-day relationships with a perfect blend of romance, humour, and relatable storytelling.The teaser starts with a married couple, played by Vidya and Pratik, sharing a meal on their couch. When Pratik offers Vidya his ice cream, she declines, mentioning she's vegan. He then points out that her facewash contains milk.The video also features affectionate moments between another couple, played by Illeana and Sendhil.All four characters are seen attempting to rekindle the passion and excitement in their relationships. They go on movie dates and trips, striving to bring back marital happiness.The film is presented by Applause Entertainment, an Ellipsis Entertainment production.Mark your calendars as 'Do Aur Do Pyaar' gears up to hit the screens on April 19.
Kriti Sanon, who will be seen sharing screen space with Tabu and Kareena Kapoor in the heist comedy 'Crew', talked about "daydreaming" of making a debut in Bollywood with superstar Salman Khan.Speaking at the Times Now Summit, Kriti said, "You know I am someone who always dreams big. In fact, at one point I used to dream about debuting with Salman Khan. I used to daydream about it."She added, "When I was growing up and I was 5, I liked to copy Madhuri Dixit and see all her steps from songs like 'Ankhiyaan Milaoon Kabhi' and 'Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai', I used to just copy them. But I used to follow those steps and I used to love dancing. And when at that time somebody used to ask what you want to be when you grow up, then I used to say I want to be an actress. I never thought I would be able to make it till here. But I did dream big.."The actor is currently occupied promoting her upcoming film 'Crew'While attending a press conference in New Delhi, she praised Vidya Balan as an actor and person.She said, "I would love to work with Vidya Balan. She is someone I really admire for the person and the actor she is. I would love to work with her. So, hopefully someone writes another script."Kriti also shared her experience of working with Kajol in 'Do Patti' and called her one of the "finest" actors.She added, "We both have very intense scenes in 'Do Patti' and I really enjoyed working with her. I think she is one of the finest actors we ever had. I loved working with her all the more because she always comes with something for the scene..."Directed by Shashanka Chaturvedi, 'Do Patti' is set to take viewers on a thrilling suspense-filled ride like never before and transport audiences to the mesmerising hills of North India, which serve as a backdrop for the mystery and intrigue to unfold, read a statement.The thriller is also the maiden project as a producer for writer Kanika Dhillon and actor Kriti Sanon.'Do Patti' also marks Kriti and Kajol's second collaboration after 'Dilwale'.Talking about 'Crew', recently, makers unveiled the trailer of 'Crew,' and it has already started trending on social media.In the film, Tabu, Kareena, and Kriti are essaying the roles of "bad**" air hostesses. From stealing peanut boxes meant for flights to planning to earn a lot of money and raising the glam quotient, the trio has sought to grab eyeballs.'Crew' is a story of three women and is touted as a laugh-riot, set against the backdrop of the struggling airline industry. However, their destinies lead to some unwarranted situations and they get caught in a web of lies.It is slated for a theatrical release on March 29.