MUMBAI: It’s a new week and TellyChakkar is back with hot and happening news from the world of television. Take a look at what your favourite celebrities are up to.

Gireesh Sahdev roped  in for Colors’ Mughal-E-Azam

Colors’ most ambitious project Mughal-E-Azam is already creating a lot of buzz among the audience. Actors Shaheer Sheikh and Sonarika Bhadoria will play the central roles of Salim and Anarkali and the latest to join the cast of the serial is talented actor Gireesh Sahdev who is known for his role in Shastri Sisters and Sarabhai v/s Sarabhai.

As per media reports he will essay the role of Jodha’s brother.  Interestingly, brothers Piyush and Gireesh Sahdev are part of the show.

Dhrisha joins cast of Mere Sai

The story line of Mere Sai showcases the bond between Jhipari and Sai Baba, which will go in for a transformation. Child artist Dhruti Mangeshkar, who essayed the role of Jhipari will be replaced by Dhrisha.

Aakanksha Singh gets nostalgic about Na Bole Tum Na Maine Kuch Kaha

Aakanksha Singh is riding high on her professional front she as just singed her second Bollywood movie. The stunning beauty rose to fame with her performance in Na Bole Tum Na Maine Kuch Kaha. The show was a huge success and was loved by the audiences. The show had a season two also. Recently Aakanksha used the #askme question feature on Instagram and a fan questioned her if she missed the show to which she replied, yes I do sometimes close to my love.

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Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij on embracing parenthood

Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij are one of the most loved couples on television. Jay and Mahhi are proud parents to adopted kids. Recently on a talk show, Jay mentioned that he is planning to start his own family for it has been a while now. On hearing this, Mahhi hugged Jay tightly giving major #lovegoals to viewers.

Dipika Kakar feels she can perform her best in the super natural genre

Actress Dipika Kakar who is best known for a character in Colors’ Sasural Simar Ka, says that she doesn’t fear starring in supernatural shows. She was also seen in Qayamat Ki Raat on Star Plus. While talking to a leading media portal, she said that she may excel in such serials as the viewers may love to see her in such roles.

Mohit Sehgal wants Miley Jab Hum Tum back

Miley Jab Hum Tum was one of the most loved shows on television. The show did wonders for the actors - Sanaya Irani, Rati Pandey, Arjun Bijlani and Mohit Sehgal. Recently, a fan asked Mohit if the there is any chance of the show making a comeback. Mohit replied that he has no clue about it but also mentioned that the show was a beautiful one.

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Ravish Desai and Chhavi Mittal roped in for TV’s Laal Ishq

& TV’s episodic series Laal Ishq has kept the audience hooked to the series by presenting interesting love stories. The new actors to join the show are Ravish Desai, who was last seen in Kunwara Hai Par Humara Hai and Chhavi Mittal (she recently shot for Zindagi Ke Crossroads). The actors will soon start shooting for the show.

Kreetika Sharma to enter Colors’ Roop – Mard Ka Naya Swaroop

Actress Kreetika Sharma, who was last seen in Star Plus Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai as bagged her next project. As per some media reports, Kreetika will be seen is the serial Colors’ Roop – Mard Ka Naya Swaroop. She will essay the role of Roop’s youngest sister, the role which was previously played by Tasheen Shah.

Friendship Goals: Mouni Roy’s wishes to Aamna Sharif

Actress Mounti Roy and Aamna Sharif share a great bond of friendship. Mouni recently shared a photo on Intagram wishing the actress a happy birthday and also shared an adorable photo.

Happy happiest birthday @aamnasharifofficial May you be the happiest & as beautiful always. A bigggg fat birthday hug. Will reach you and give one in person soonly. Kisses

A post shared by mon (@imouniroy) on Jul 15, 2018 at 12:01pm PDT

Twins Prakriti and Pragya Nautiyal roped in for ALTBalaji’s Bobby Ki Dulhania

Alt Balaji’s is coming up with interesting shows for its web series. Their upcoming project - Bobby Ki Dulhania, will focus on finding a suitable bride for Bobby with interesting twists and turns. Now, if sources are to be believed, twin sisters Prakriti and Pragya Nautiyal, who were earlier seen in Star Plus’ Naamkarann have come on board for the project. 

Sahil Phull and Kainaat Arora in Arindum Chakraborty’s web-series

Sahil Phull will be seen in an interesting web-series made by Bengali filmmaker Arindum Chakraborty and produced by Biocine Entertainment. On the web space, Sahil has been part of Twisted 2. Joining him as the leading lady in the series will be the beautiful and gorgeous Grand Masti fame, Kainaat Arora.

Titled ‘Birthday Gift’, the web-series will have a very interesting concept and story.

Madhurima Roy,  Kunal Parwani and Sayush Nayyar in Zoom Studio’s Ready 2 Mingle

Zoom recently went for a brand revamp. Its last venture The Reunion garnered decent eyeballs and now Zoom Studio’s will launch Ready 2 Mingle.

Actors Madhurima Roy,  Kunal Parwani and Sayush Nayyar are all set to join the cast of the series. Madhurima will play Amol’s love interest whereas Kunal will be his brother. Sayush Nayyar will play Aahana’s love interest in the show.

Himansh Kohli gives a befitting reply to trolls

Recently singer Neha Kakkar was trolled massively for crying on Indian Idol 10. Neha broke down on various occasions after hearing the struggle of contestants. Her best friend Himansh Kohli took to Instagram and posted a strong message for the trolls.

Have a look at what he said:

Lately, I have been noticing a lot of distasteful trolling against @nehakakkar . I would have never said this in public if it was just a humorous act. What disgusts me is that people themselves don't want to support a cause. And then they don't leave any stone unturned to stop someone from doing so. If these trollers think that they can hide their ignorance and inhuman attitude beneath objectionable jokes, they are wrong. In the era where most are narcissists, it is hard to find a selfless person like her. She has worked very hard to become who she is today and to maintain it, is another task. Nehuu, don't let anything affect the best person I know. Your success, your care, your love, speaks louder than a few jokers. Keep inspiring us all. Love, #Heeman #NehaKakkar #Himanshkohli #StopTrolling #BadTrolls

A post shared by Himansh Kohli (@kohlihimansh) on Jul 13, 2018 at 6:54am PDT

An EMOTIONAL GOODBYE for the Kasam team

Colors most popular show Kasam is going off-air soon and the team as shot for the last scene. From Ssharad Malhotra, Vedika Bhandari, Shivani Gosain, Rajesh Puri to Sabina Jat, here's what the Kasam team had to say about the show, the journey and everything else.

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Ruhi – Raman’s special bond

Aditi and Karan who play father and daughter in Yeh Hai Mohabaatein shared a cool moment off the screen. Additi shared a story where the two are seen enjoying themselves over drinks.

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Raashi Bawa’s dream comes true.

Actress Raashi Bawa from Sanjay and Binaifer Kohli's Jijaji Chhat Par Hai is only 19 years old and she is already creating waves with her debut show. Raashi who is born and brought up in Mumbai always wanted to be a director. She says,"When I was two and a half years old, I acted in a telefilm titled Boond by Vivek Agnihotri. I was always fascinated with movies and its technicality. So after my school I went to Edinburg, Scotland and studied technical theatre in Fife college for two years.

There I learnt a lot from production to projection to many technical things. I was only 16 years old then.

My parents have always been very supportive and encouraging. My dad Naveen Bawa is a senior actor in the industry and fortunately he is also playing the character of  Daroga  Pinky in my debut show. My mother runs an academy, so there was always an acceptance." Speaking on her debut role in Jijaji Chhat Par Hai Raashi says, "One day I went to meet my dad on the set of FIR and there I met my director Shashank Bali.

After that I was asked to participate in an audition and next thing I come to know is that I have been selected for Sunita's role in the show. For me this is a fantastic experience and doing comedy is the toughest thing. It takes a lot to make people smile."

Vibha Chibber: Teaching acting to children is challenging as well as a learning experience

Besides her stellar acting career in films such as Chak De! India, Vibha Chibber also teaches acting. The actor says that she loves the experience. “I started it during 1989 and it was difficult as I was young. I started with kids in the age group of 16 to 18 years. I didn't have any experience. People say that working with kids is not difficult but it's still not a joke to work with kids because we cannot get them to our level. We have to get down to their level. Everyone's imaginations are different, it was difficult with kids but I have learned the command over the techniques. It's equally learning and challenging,” says Vibha, who conducts 15-day workshops with kids.

Ask her what exactly is required to reach out to kids and she says, "Does it require extra patience? It requires a lot of patience plus you have to be a very good listener," she says.

Vikas Grover speaks on Monsoon!

Vikas Grover says monsoon means romance, fun and lots of cheerfulness to him.

He adds, “Monsoon is my favourite season. I find this season is most romantic. My favourite monsoon gateway as far as I have experienced is Ooty. It looks divine in the rain. I love drinking kadak chai and eating pakodas.”
 
Shedding some more light on his monsoon favourites, Vikas says, “My favorite rain song is from the movie Baarish titled Yaariyaan because the song is refreshing and soothing. If I had to choose someone I wanted to get drenched with, it would be Alia Bhatt .She is beautiful. I find her the best. She is really cute.”