Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch several development initiatives, including multiple airport projects across the country worth over Rs 6,100 crore, during his visit to Varanasi on Sunday.
New age icons honoring veteran icons will always be deemed as iconic. Zendaya and Dua Lipa took the stage at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse situated in Cleveland, Ohio to honor Cher who was inducted into 2024’s Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.
Honoring the legendary songstress, Dua Lipa appeared on stage to perform Cher’s most famous and acclaimed track titled, Believe. She donned a black dress and shone as she performed showcasing her amazing vocals, per Cleveland magazine.
The Roots also contributed by providing the backing track to Be The One singer’s vocals, honoring the veteran star, who grabbed everyone’s attention by donning a black ensemble and carrying her evergreen glow and aura as she appeared at the venue.
Then the excitement was elevated as Zendaya took the stage and said, “Her name is just as legendary as her legacy — so iconic she only needs one name,” adding, “There are drag performers all over the world in a makeup chair putting on their best Cher face. She may be imitated but she can never be replicated.”
This recognition follows many years of dedication, which encompassed her contributions to both the music and film industries. Together with her former husband, Sonny Bono, she created a successful musical partnership. Throughout her career, she has worked with various artists and produced numerous unforgettable hits.
She has worked and shared the screen space along with other legends and veterans of the world of acting as well including Meryl Streep, Winona Ryder, Kurt Russell, Piers Brosnan, and many more.
According to the publication, the musician said, “I don’t need to be in a hall to rock, so whatever.” Cher added, “I changed the sound of music forever.”
The singer mentioned not doing good when she was in school and just not getting that. She talked about not being able to read or do any of that “stuff.” Cher candidly shared, “I’m lucky. I’ve had really bad things happen. I never gave up.”
Even after performing in multiple movies and giving us countless onstage performances, she still to this day does it flawlessly. She once again managed to wow us recently. On October 15, the singer gave a great performance during Victoria’s Secret fashion show, which was back after a six-year hiatus.
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Our culture holds several traditions and customs that honor the love between a husband and wife, such as Karwa Chauth. Celebrated by married women who fast all day for the long life of their husbands, it is a beautiful celebration of culture, love, and dedication. Bollywood filmmakers have often showcased this festival in their storylines, highlighting Indian traditions and the unbreakable bond of affection.
From celebrating the spirit of Karwa Chauth with Bole Chudiyan in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham to helping Rahul and Seema realize their love in Yes Boss, the festival has given us some iconic moments in Hindi cinema.
Here, we have curated a list of 6 Bollywood films that captured significant Karwa Chauth moments.
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham is one of India’s most iconic family drama films. The plot is about a couple who disowns their adopted son after he marries a girl of his choice. It celebrates the festival of Kawa Chauth at a grand scale, where Rahul, Anjali, and their siblings Pooja and Rohan celebrate the festival with great pomp on the popular song Bole Chudiyan. The beautiful costumes, dance, music, and fun banter reflect the true spirit of the festival.
Baghban is a soul-stirring movie about Raj and Pooja sacrificing everything to raise their sons. But, when they grow up, their sons separate them and find it difficult to care for them. Amidst their separation, the elderly couple celebrate an emotional Karwa Chauth, wishing each other on the phone and recalling their happy moments celebrating the festival. At that moment, Raj even lies to Pooja, saying that he ate food, highlighting their sacrifice and love for each other.
Biwi No. 1 is one of the best films by David Dhawan that follows the story of Pooja, who makes her husband Prem realize his fault when he begins an extramarital affair with a model. Unlike other films in the list, Karwa Chauth is celebrated dramatically in the film as Pooja, who fasts for her husband all day long, finds out her husband is cheating on her. Despite the drama, the scene portrays how Indian women are happily committed to ensuring their husband’s happiness and good health.
Ishq Vishk was one of the most successful films in the early 2000s that resonated with the youth. It followed the journey of a few college students, including Payal and Rajiv. A Karwa Chauth scene in the film beautifully portrays the young couple’s love and belief in Indian values as Payal keeps the fast for Rajiv as a symbol of her feelings for him. The simplicity and youthful innocence of the scene won our hearts.
Yes Boss is one of the best comedy films by SRK, in which a boss takes the help of his employee, Rahul, to win over Seema. Gradually, Rahul and Seema end up falling in love but are unable to confess their feelings. So, the celebration of Karwa Chauth by the duo becomes a way for them to admit their feelings for each other in a heartfelt way.
The 2023 Blockbuster hit film Animal was essentially the story of a son who seeks revenge for his father. But it also portrays a love story between Ranvijay and Geetanjali. Continuing the tradition of drama at festivals in Hindi films, Geetanjali, who fasts all day and wants for her husband to come back home, goes through an emotional rollercoaster during the festival as she gets to know that he had an extramarital affair. The song Satranga in the film plays in the background, highlighting their affection, complex feelings, and subsequent fight at the festival.
Bollywood filmmakers have portrayed Karwa Chauth in various styles, whether through music, drama, or acts of devotion, all while celebrating the festival’s charm that resonates deeply with the Indian community. Be sure to add these films to your watchlist for this Karwa Chauth and enjoy them with your partner to experience these beautiful moments together.
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