Vidya Balan
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Vidya Balan revisits a school trick for 'Shakuntala Devi' role
Bollywood | Jul 18, 2020, 09:46 PM ISTVidya Balan's next film is based on the life of the late Shakuntala Devi, who is widely revered as the human-computer for her innate ability to make complex calculations within seconds.
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Playing Shakuntala Devi was as intimidating as it was exhilarating: Vidya Balan
Bollywood | Jul 15, 2020, 05:41 PM IST"Stepping into the world of Shakuntala Devi was as intimidating as it was exhilarating. Her story is inspirational and makes you see how if we believe in ourselves, the world is our oyster," Vidya Balan said in a statement.
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Shakuntala Devi trailer out: Vidya Balan impresses as math genius, says 'drama or nothing'
Bollywood | Jul 15, 2020, 04:00 PM ISTVidya Balan starrer Shakuntala Devi trailer is out and the actress manages to impress once again with her hold on the character of a math genius. Also known as the 'human computer', Vidya Balan as Shakuntala Devi is seen solving complex math equations with ease.
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Fall in love with Vidya Balan in and as Shakuntala Devi. See new poster
Celebrities | Jul 15, 2020, 11:20 AM ISTShakuntala Devi features Vidya Balan playing the many avatars of the mathematical wizard across eras - a young girl who left her hometown to be celebrated in London for her computational prowess, the stylish genius and her journey to motherhood. Amazon Prime Video celebrates the legend this 31st July.
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Shakuntala Devi Poster: Vidya Balan to make your head spin with complex calculations
Bollywood | Jul 14, 2020, 12:21 PM ISTAmazon Prime Video today revealed the motion poster of the much-awaited biographical drama Shakuntala Devi. With countless achievements and a never-before-seen journey of the charming mathematician, actress Vidya Balan in and as Shakuntala Devi is all set to make your head spin with complex calculations, with the upcoming biopic of the math wizard.
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Taapsee Pannu reveals why she said yes to Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan starrer 'Mission Mangal'
Celebrities | Jul 10, 2020, 04:48 PM ISTRecalling working on Mission Mangal, Taapsee Pannu on Instagram wrote, 'One of the first few days of Mission Mangal shoot... I remember how excited we all were to work with each other. This set was no less than a happy land of people who really wanted to create something we can all be proud of.'
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Before 'Shakuntala Devi' releases, 5 avatars of Vidya Balan that scream 'versatility at its best'
Celebrities | Jul 03, 2020, 01:43 PM ISTAs we eagerly wait for her next offering 'Shakuntala Devi' releasing on Amazon Prime Video, here are some roles that Bollywood actress Vidya Balan brought alive on the screen.
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Shakuntala Devi release date out: Vidya Balan's film to premiere on July 31 on Amazon Prime Video
Bollywood | Jul 02, 2020, 08:19 PM ISTVidya Balan shared the announcement video on Twitter."Experience the story of an extraordinary mind! #ShakuntalaDeviOnPrime premieres July 31, on @PrimeVideoIN," she captioned the clip.
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Vidya Balan auditioned 75 times for her role in Parineeta
Bollywood | Jun 30, 2020, 07:18 PM ISTLooking back at the experience of working on the film, composer Shantanu Moitra said, "The fondest memory I have about ‘Parineeta' is that of an incredible girl who was sitting with us at Vidhu Vinod Chopra's office… We slowly became friends."
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Natkhat director on objective of his Vidya Balan-starrer short film
Entertainment | Jun 24, 2020, 10:39 PM ISTNatkhat gives out a strong message regarding gender equality. It premiered on YouTube as part of the 'We Are One: A Global Film Festival' on June 2.
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Parineeta turns 15: Vidya Balan and Sanjay Dutt get nostalgic
Bollywood | Jun 10, 2020, 07:44 PM ISTSharing a few stills from Parineeta, Dia Mirza, Vidya Balan and Sanjay Dutt penned heartfelt notes on Instagram.
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Natkhat premieres today: When, Where to Watch Vidya Balan's short film online
Entertainment | Jun 02, 2020, 04:25 PM ISTNatkhat is Vidya Balan's first venture as a producer. "I am really happy and excited to showcase our film on this platform. 'Natkhat' is a very special film because it addresses something that is extremely pertinent in these times while also delivering a strong message," the actress said in a statement.
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Vidya Balan's Natkhat to premiere on June 2 at We are One: A Global Film Festival
Entertainment | Jun 01, 2020, 04:34 PM ISTNatkhat is directed by Shaan Vyas and produced by Vidya Balan and Ronnie Screwvala.
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Vidya Balan: Always great to watch older films
Celebrities | May 31, 2020, 04:35 PM ISTAsked how she is spending quality time with her family during lockdown, Vidya Balan said: "I love watching my films on television with my entire family. It is always great to watch older films and revisit the memories grooving on evergreen songs."
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Vidya Balan's debut production Natkhat to premiere in digital film fest on June 2
Celebrities | May 27, 2020, 07:49 PM IST"Due to this unimaginable and mind-numbing COVID-19 crisis, while film festivals across the globe have been cancelled, digital festivals such as 'We Are One' come as a hope for viewers and filmmakers. I am really happy and excited to showcase our film on this platform. ‘Natkhat' is a very special film because it addresses something that is extremely pertinent in these times while also delivering a strong message," Vidya Balan said.
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Vidya Balan turns producer with short film Natkhat, shares first look
Celebrities | May 26, 2020, 10:55 PM ISTThe Mission Mangal actress has produced a short film called Natkhat. in which she also plays the lead role. Vidya Balan shared the first look of the film on social media where she can be in a rural avatar.
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Vidya Balan says Shakuntala Devi co-star Jisshu Sengupta 'showed attitude' in first meeting
Bollywood | May 20, 2020, 06:48 AM ISTVidya Balan said the Bengali star did not even smile at her properly.when filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh introduced the two actors to each other.
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Vidya Balan starrer Shakuntala Devi biopic to premiere exclusively on Amazon Prime Video
Entertainment | May 15, 2020, 04:02 PM ISTFeaturing Vidya Balan in the titular role, the film is based on the life of Shakuntala Devi, nicknamed the “human computer”, for her innate ability to make incredibly complex calculations within seconds.
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Vidya Balan is elated after raising 2,500 PPE kits amid COVID-19 pandemic. Watch video
Celebrities | Apr 26, 2020, 03:49 PM ISTBollywood actress Vidya Balan had informed that each PPE kit worth Rs 650 consists of one coverall laminated and waterproof nitrile gloves, goggles, face shields, 3-ply surgical mask, and shoe covers.
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Vidya Balan pledges to donate 1000 PPE kits to healthcare staff in India
Entertainment | Apr 25, 2020, 08:47 PM ISTVidya Balan has joined hands with Tring to provide additional 1000 PPE kits, in association with Manish Mundra of Drishyam Films and photographer-producer Atul Kasbekar.