Dec 292017
 

Tanuja Chandra’s Qarib Qarib Singlle, if you recall, was about Irrfan’s rather ‘rangeela’ character taking his online date to meet his past three lovers, just so he can prove to her how women continue to adore him

Balan in Tumhari SuluVidya Balan in Tumhari Sulu

Tanuja Chandra’s Qarib Qarib Singlle, if you recall, was about Irrfan’s rather ‘rangeela’ character taking his online date to meet his past three lovers, just so he can prove to her how women, even when they’re not with him, continue to adore him still. The first stop on their road-trip is in Rajasthan. You sort of have an idea what kinda ‘Girlfriend No 1’ will show up. The girl who emerges instead is a podgy, giggly Rajasthani middle-class woman, brimming with life and realism, and yet so much fun, that that scene/moment/ cameo/character remains for me the absolute highlight of 2017.

As is the heroine of Qarib –Parvathy — who got introduced to Bollywood with the film (she has over 20 acting credits back in Kerala). And thanks to my interest in her, I got to see another gem (in Malayalam) this year, Mahesh Narayan’s Take Off, which is based on the same incident as Tiger Zinda Hai (abduction of Indian nurses by the IS in Tikrit, Iraq). Parvathy plays the savior, protagonist. She’s a nurse (as against Salman’s Rambo). So you know Take Off is absolutely nothing like Tiger. But more importantly Parvathy’s Sameera in Take Off looks/behaves nothing like Qarib’s Jaya.

Sridevi in Mom
Sridevi in Mom

Further, I decided to catch Anjali Menon’s Bangalore Days (2014), which has three important female characters. It was impossible for me to figure out which of the three was Parvathy, the reason I’d clicked on the film in the first place (she plays a physically challenged RJ in this strikingly mature romantic film).

Pednekar in Toilet: Ek Pre Katha
Pednekar in Toilet: Ek Pre Katha

Clearly Parvathy exhibits a chameleon like quality to transform herself from one photograph to another, let alone roles — something we often associate with actor Kangana Ranaut in Mumbai. Another feature you could tag her along with Ranaut for is an ability to call out hypocrisy, take on detractors, rather than call a spade a donkey. As the brave Parvathy did late this year, taking on trolls who had problems with the fact that she had a problem with misogyny in one of super-star Mamoothy’s films.
Is this a good way to challenge centuries of insensitivity towards women in general (and therefore in cinema)? Yes. But along with playing parts in pictures that change the scenery just as well. As did Vidya Balan walking on to the screen as an over-weight aunty from Virar, and cracking it as Sulu in Tumhari Sulu. Or Sridevi did as a clever mom in Mom, planning to avenge her daughter’s rape. Or in fact Bhumi Pednekar, perhaps more than others did, stepping out in the open, defecating in the wilds, to shine a torch on the problem of toilets (or lack of them) in India, for a film called Toilet, which earned over Rs 100 crore.

Parvathy in Qarib Qarib Singlle
Parvathy in Qarib Qarib Singlle

Gauging global/box-office appeal of Priyanka Chopra, Anushka Sharma and Deepika Paukone, we had dubbed 2016 the ‘year of the woman’ for Bollywood. It takes generations for society (and hence cinema) to go from appreciating the ‘Hot Woman’ to the Everywoman. Sometimes it can happen in a year. It did.

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Dec 292017
 

As the padosis bid farewell to the Bigg Boss 11 house, the gharwale find themselves recharged and pumped up for the last few weeks ahead. With the year coming to an end, Bigg Boss assigns a secret task to Vikas Gupta 

 vikas blames akash

As the padosis bid farewell to the Bigg Boss 11 house, the gharwale find themselves recharged and pumped up for the last few weeks ahead. With the year coming to an end, Bigg Boss assigns a secret task to Vikas Gupta that can earn the contestants a Christmas and New Year’s party.

Being cut off from the outside world, the contestants have no access to personal technology. Today, Vikas receives a mobile phone through which Bigg Boss communicates with him directly and assigns him different tasks without the knowledge of the remaining contestants.

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Meantime, gharwale debate and discuss about who should be the one going to the dreaded kaalkothari this time. Task 1 of this Khufiya mission is for Vikas to protect Akash from going to the jail yet again. Vikas brings his A-Game as he stands strong in Akash’s defense. Vikas tries to take Priyank, Puneesh and Luv into confidence but ends up getting into an intense argument with Puneesh. Puneesh goes on to say that Vikas is just pretending to be a Hero by saving Akash.

 The next task for the mastermind is where he has to lay blame on any one of the contestants for stealing things in the Bigg Boss house. Emptying his own coffee powder bottle, he plays the victim card in front of the contestants and patiently waits for the right time to trap Akash in this blame-game. Falling for Vikas’ ploys, gharwale blame Akash and go against him; as Akash tries his best to save himself from his allegation.

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Dec 292017
 

For some or the other reason, 2017 hasn’t exactly made it to the top of our favorite years list and this, in fact, is a popular opinion across the world. The dreadful year has finally come to an end and our B-town celebrities definitely know how to welcome the New Year in style.

While most of them are off to some foreign location with friends and family, others are bound to India because of work or other commitments.

1. Jacqueline Fernandez

The Sri Lankan beauty is celebrating the New Year with her family in Bali and making us all swoon over her pictures.

Famfam ��

A post shared by Jacqueline Fernandez (@jacquelinef143) on Dec 27, 2017 at 8:58pm PST

 

A bit wobbly and fell on my face a few times but catching a wave was so worth it! 🧜�?♀�

A post shared by Jacqueline Fernandez (@jacquelinef143) on Dec 28, 2017 at 7:41am PST

2. Salman Khan

After celebrating his birthday this week with one hell of a party with his close friends and family, the Tiger of Bollywood is celebrating the New Year too with his family in Mumbai.

Bollywood Celebrities Are Welcoming The New Year With A Bang© Twitter

3. Shah Rukh Khan

Being the doting father that he is, SRK too will be in Mumbai to spend time with his kids who are back in the country for their vacations.

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4. Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma

After a Tuscany wedding, two receptions in Delhi and Mumbai, the newly-married couple is headed to South Africa but for work as the upcoming cricket series is going to take place in the first week of January.

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5. Alia Bhatt

Much like Jacqueline, Alia too is currently in Bali with her girlfriends and is making us all envious.

 

Feels 💕

A post shared by Alia ✨�� (@aliaabhatt) on Dec 28, 2017 at 10:24pm PST

 6.  Tiger Shroff and Disha Patani

The rumored couple was seen leaving for vacation and were then spotted at the Colombo International Airport. As they were getting clicked with some fans, the duo bumped into none-other-than Ranveer Singh.

#TigerShroff #DishaPatani spotted with #RanveerSingh and Some lucky fans at Bandaranaike International Airport ( Katunayak, Sri Lanka )��
I wonder what did he say to make them laugh 😂😂 @iTIGERSHROFF @DishPatani @RanveerOfficial @TeamTIGERSHROFF @AyeshaShroff @ranveercafe69 pic.twitter.com/JHXQiqlIAn

— Dishapatani Queen (@satyam20157) December 28, 2017
7. Deepika Padukone

Now we don’t have any pictures as proof as of yet, but rumours have it that the alleged couple would be together, welcoming the new year either in Maldives or in Sri Lanka.

Ranveer was spotted on the Colombo International Airport however, Deepika was spotted by a fan in Vienna only recently.

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8. Akshay Kumar

Akshay is currently vacationing in Cape Town, South Africa and is celebrating Twinkle’s birthday with their kids. And from what he is posting on social media, it looks they are having a gala time.

Forever making every ride full of adventure and amusement, my favourite companion…for life! Happy birthday, Tina  😘 pic.twitter.com/RJyJKNZvXs

— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) December 29, 2017

Soaking up some South African sun with this good boy 😎 #MorningSnuggles pic.twitter.com/ACruIcdXSy

— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) December 28, 2017

While these celebrities have been updating us with their whereabouts, others like Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor have kept their New Year plans under wraps. However, there is no doubt that they too would welcome 2018 with a bang.

Dec 292017
 

Director Ali Abbas Zafar explains why Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif were shown married in Tiger Zinda Hai

Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, who play intelligence agents in the recent release Tiger Zinda Hai, have been shown married and with a child in the action flick. Director Ali Abbas Zafar says this was a crucial decision they had to take for the sequel. 

Katrina Kaif and Salman Khan in Tiger Zinda Hai
Katrina Kaif and Salman Khan in Tiger Zinda Hai

Zafar explains, “In the sequel, we were clear that we present Tiger (Khan) and Zoya (Kaif) as a couple who choose duty over family. Anyone whose heart is in the right place would do the same and stand up for their country. The idea is to rise above daily life for the larger cause of humanity.”

The director says this also provided a connect with the audience. “When you see Tiger and Zoya as a couple, the ability to relate to their characters increases. Also, by choosing their country they are imparting values to their child. It is the duty of every parent to tell their child that they should always stand for humanity and peace.”

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Dec 292017
 

Ever wondered why the song “Maine Tere liye hi saat rang ke sapne chune” left such a strong impact on us? Rajesh Khanna! Yes, he is the man who made all the difference. I have been his biggest fan, an admirer. The first superstar of Bollywood who did what no one else could. How could an actor be so versatile, I often ask myself!

Happy Birthday Dad pic.twitter.com/I4ZEscR2vv

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones) December 29, 2017

From being a passionate lover to the most trustworthy friend, he was all at once. There was no one who didn’t love Kaka for his sheer persona. 

The man wasn’t just a beautiful face but could express everything just through his eyes without uttering a single word, such was his skill.

Rajesh Khanna would have been 75 if he was alive today, but as Dr. Bhaskar K. Bannerjee (Amitabh Bachachan) said in Anand, “Anand Mara Nahi, Anand Marte Nahi.” It’s true in this case!  

Here are few Iconic Rajesh Khanna dialogues that were written just for the real superstar!

It’s not just a dialogue but a life lesson! (My favourite)

“Babumushoi, zindagi aur maut upar waale ke haath hai … usse na toh aap badal sakte hai na main … hum sab to rangmanch ki kathputliyan hai jinki dor upar waale ki ungliyon mein bandhi hai” – Anand 

We just can’t imagine anyone else saying this dialogue!

‘Pushpa… I hate tears’- Amar Prem

A fun movie with little-hidden lessons

“Kisi badi khushi ke intezaar mein hum yeh chote chote khushiyoon ke mauke kho dete hain” – Bawarchi

Most Memorable Dialogues From Rajesh Khanna Movies© Shemaroo

Kaka’s expression in this particular one.

“Maine Maut ko dekha to nahi par shayad woh bahut Khubsurat hai. Kambakht jo bhi usse milte hain, Jeena chod diya hain” – Namak Haram

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It’s all about zindagi!

“Main marne se pehle marna nahin chahta” – Safar

A film you can watch over and over again.

“Babu Moshai Zindagi badi honi chahiye lambi nahi.. Maut ke darr se agar zinda rehna chodhu, to maut kisse kehte hain? Babu Moshai jab tak zinda hoon, tab tak mara nahi hoon. Jab marr gaya, saala mein hi nahi. Toh phir darr kiss baat ka.” – Anand

If only someone could love like Rajesh Khanna.

“Pyar toh na bikne ki cheez hai, na khareedne ki cheez hai … pyar toh sirf karne ki cheez hai.”- Amar Deep

Most Memorable Dialogues From Rajesh Khanna Movies© PRiya

And Bollywood used this dialogue again and again.

“Ek chota sa zakhm bahut gehra daag ban sakta hai … aur ek choti si mulaqat jeevan bhar ka saath ban sakti hai.”- Aradhana

Man is the cruellest animal!

“Is duniya mein do taang waala janwar sabse khatarnak janwar hai”- Hathi Mere Sathi

Most Memorable Dialogues From Rajesh Khanna Movies© Eros

A dialogue that become a sensation

“Na koi tarang hai, na koi umang hai … meri zindagi bhi kya ek kati patang hai.” – Kati Patang

Most Memorable Dialogues From Rajesh Khanna Movies© Eros

Dec 292017
 

This has been one hell of a year for Rajkummar Rao. The man has literally ruled the box office with his amazing performances, proving that you don’t always need a huge banner or star to make it big in the industry.

After being ‘Trapped’ in a flat, he decided to claim his love in ‘Behen Hogi Teri’, moving on to playing a twisted character in ‘Bareilly Ki Barfi’ and stealing the limelight right away from Ayushmann Khurrana and Kriti Sanon. But that wasn’t it, then came ‘Newton’, ‘Shaadi Mein Zaroor Aana’ and Bose. Well Rao has gained thousands of fans this year and is enjoying this success to the fullest.

Now taking some time off, the actor is in vacay mode with his lady love Patralekhaa Mishra Paul giving us major love and relationship goals.

@patralekhaa #bae�

A post shared by Raj Kummar Rao (@rajkummar_rao) on Dec 25, 2016 at 2:42am PST

Loving since years and going strong!

We love traveling #tb #Scotland #FreezingCold. Time to go again @patralekhaa.

A post shared by Raj Kummar Rao (@rajkummar_rao) on Apr 10, 2016 at 2:13am PDT

You just can’t miss their fun time!

#justlikethat #KKHH #fun

A post shared by Raj Kummar Rao (@rajkummar_rao) on Sep 1, 2016 at 9:48pm PDT

Don’t they just look so cute together?

Patralekha and Rajkummar off to Thailand!!!���� Enjoy there guys!!��� @rajkummar_rao @patralekhaa #PatRaj� #rajkummaristhebest #traveldiaries #thailand

A post shared by RAJKUMMAR RAO FANS (@rajkummar_rao.fc) on Dec 23, 2017 at 10:25am PST

The duo is in Thailand having a great time!

#KohSamui #Thailand ���� @patralekhaa

A post shared by Raj Kummar Rao (@rajkummar_rao) on Dec 25, 2017 at 8:32am PST

Hahhahah….look at this one!

Being mad with @patralekhaa. #kohsamui #thailand

A post shared by Raj Kummar Rao (@rajkummar_rao) on Dec 27, 2017 at 9:52am PST

Jaw dropped!

“The ocean is everything I want to be. Beautiful, mysterious,wild n free.”~Anonymous #beachbum🌬

A post shared by Patralekhaa (@patralekhaa) on Dec 26, 2017 at 5:31am PST

All happy!

#tb #Scotland @patralekhaa

A post shared by Raj Kummar Rao (@rajkummar_rao) on Dec 11, 2017 at 4:42am PST

Here’s to some dancing!

To all my brothers and friends & to the most amazing #Fukreys. #HappyFeet with @patralekhaa

A post shared by Raj Kummar Rao (@rajkummar_rao) on Dec 12, 2017 at 9:09pm PST

You just can’t miss this one!

The chef asked us to lick up this dish with this song playing in background. #LickitUp at #Gaggan @patralekhaa @parnalekha9 @vivek_daschaudhary @papripaul Insane food. Must try. #Bangkok #foodcoma @gaggan_anand

A post shared by Raj Kummar Rao (@rajkummar_rao) on Dec 28, 2017 at 10:06am PST

Despite ups and downs, the two have been around each other. If this isn’t the perfect example of lovebirds giving us relationship goals, then I wonder what is!

On the work front, 2018 already looks like a promising year for both Rajkummar and Patralekhaa and we can’t wait to see them together on screen soon!  

Dec 292017
 

The year is coming to an end and we can all just see lists of the ‘best of 2017’ everywhere. And, obviously the year won’t be complete without appreciating the beauty in the world, and just like always, TC Candler’s Independent Critics List of 100 most beautiful faces is here just for that.

According to TC Candler, his lists arranged by his organization The Independent Critics, are “not a popularity contest. Rather, it attempts to inform and broaden public opinion instead of reflecting it.”

He continued by saying that they “search far and wide, listening to the many millions of suggestions submitted by the public over the past couple of decades, and [that] they put together a list representative of the modern ideal of worldwide beauty.”

For the last 28 years, the list has made a name for itself by selecting the most beautiful female faces, and Emma Watson and Emilia Clarke have topped the list previously. Now, a definitive list of top 100 most beautiful faces of 2017 is here, and the results may be a little unexpected.

The top spot has been taken by 19-year-old Filipino-American actress Liza Soberano, but let’s talk about the people that are a little closer to home.

These 5 Indian Women Are Among TC Candler's Independent Critics List Of 100 Most Beautiful Faces Of 2017© Twitter

It’s quite cool to see that five Indian actresses have been recognized for their beauty on such a high level.

Let’s start off with Urvashi Rautela, who comes in at 89.

These 5 Indian Women Are Among TC Candler's Independent Critics List Of 100 Most Beautiful Faces Of 2017© Twitter

Then comes Alia Bhatt at 73. Both Urvashi and Alia have made it to the list for the second time this year.

These 5 Indian Women Are Among TC Candler's Independent Critics List Of 100 Most Beautiful Faces Of 2017© Twitter

After getting ranked 15th in 2015, Nargis Fakhri took the 53rd spot this year. Also, don’t miss out on that play on words.

These 5 Indian Women Are Among TC Candler's Independent Critics List Of 100 Most Beautiful Faces Of 2017© Twitter

Making her 5th appearance in the list, Deepika Padukone was placed at 37th this year.

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And last but not the least, Priyanka Chopra claimed the 25th spot.

These 5 Indian Women Are Among TC Candler's Independent Critics List Of 100 Most Beautiful Faces Of 2017© Twitter

After claiming the top spot in 2012, Emilia Clarke, Mother of Dragons, came in at 27th this year.

These 5 Indian Women Are Among TC Candler's Independent Critics List Of 100 Most Beautiful Faces Of 2017© Twitter

And, obviously when it comes to beautiful faces, no list would ever be complete without Wonder Woman.

These 5 Indian Women Are Among TC Candler's Independent Critics List Of 100 Most Beautiful Faces Of 2017© Twitter

There are so many more beautiful women who make up the entire list, so grab some popcorn and enjoy 11 minutes of beauty:

Dec 292017
 

Isabelle Kaif, sister of actress Katrina Kaif, has been announced as the new face of cosmetic brand Lakmé. The brand is already endorsed by actresses Kareena Kapoor Khan and Shraddha Kapoor

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Isabelle Kaif, sister of actress Katrina Kaif, has been announced as the new face of cosmetic brand Lakmé. The brand is already endorsed by actresses Kareena Kapoor Khan and Shraddha Kapoor.

The brand has launched actress Katrina Kaif as its face previously and now her sister is the newest face, said a statement.

“Lakmé is India’s favorite brand. It’s incredible to get an opportunity to represent a brand that has worked with the best makeup experts and introduced some of the biggest beauty trends and products. I am extremely excited to be starting my journey with this iconic brand,” said Isabelle who made her debut with the 2014 film “Dr. Cabbie”, alongside “The Big Bang Theory” actor Kunal Nayyar.

Purnima Lamba, Head of Innovations Lakmé added: “We are proud to introduce Isabelle, following in her sister Katrina’s footsteps as a Lakmé discovery. We look forward to a long association and some great campaigns with her”

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Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma’s wedding has been the talk of the town. The duo’s wedding was one of the biggest events that made 2017 super exciting for their fans, who always wanted to see the two tying the knot.

From their intimate wedding in Tuscany to star-studded reception in Delhi and Mumbai, India can’t stop obsessing over the power couple.

The people responsible for making the most memorable occasion of our lives peaceful and beyond beautiful ðŸ™?ðŸ?¼ – our lovely wedding planners @shaadisquad

A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli) on Dec 14, 2017 at 12:17pm PST

Their wedding was all we have been talking about for weeks now. Be it their lovely photos or chic outfits, they were truly the highlight of 2017.

While we can’t get over Virushka’s amazing pictures, what caught our attention was another beautiful photo where Yuvraj Singh was seen sharing the frame with them. But it wasn’t just the picture that made us happy but the caption that caught our attention.

Wishing both of you a partnership of lifetime ! Lots of love 💖 🤗 cheeku and Rosie phabie 👩?��?👩 @virat.kohli @anushkasharma

A post shared by Yuvraj Singh (@yuvisofficial) on Dec 26, 2017 at 11:26pm PST

Did you notice what we did?

Hahaha! Yuvraj has a super cute name for Anushka and its Rosie Phabhi. Now ain’t that just so adorable?

Saadi rosie phabie officially now 💖 wishing you both a partnership of lifetime 👩?��?👩 @AnushkaSharma @imVkohli �� pic.twitter.com/9rVZd99Fbi

— yuvraj singh (@YUVSTRONG12) December 27, 2017

Well, Anushka did play a character named Rosie in Red Velvet. So did Yuvraj keep that name thinking about that role in mind?

Anyways, we already love the rapport between dewar Yuvi and phabhi Rosie. And we bet everyone wants a fun loving person like Yuvraj in their lives now!

Dec 292017
 

On the occasion of Bollywood actress-turned-author Twinkle Khanna’s birthday today, we look back at instances from 2017 when her tweets won the internet! She is Mrs Funnybones, truly!

Boss Lady! 20 times Twinkle Khanna proved she is the 'Khiladi' of Twitter

Twinkle Khanna urged people to talk about menstruation

Twinkle Khanna, who is producing a film titled “Padman”, is campaigning to urge people to talk about menstruation

The importance of menstrual hygiene management (MHM) is mostly neglected. Menstrual hygiene is a taboo subject; a topic that many women are uncomfortable discussing in public. “Girls and women continue to face significant challenges in managing menstruation – in a safe and hygienic manner because of low levels of awareness about menstruation and menstrual hygiene, lack of access to safe products, and lack of access to water, sanitation and hygiene services.

“Underlying this are widely held beliefs that consider menstruation to be polluting and menstruating girls and women as impure.”

Twinkle Khanna wanted to get away from her ‘pesky’ kids

We all know how Twinkle Khanna loves shooting from the hip. Often, Tina has got into trouble over her snarky, yet funny tweets. She has quite a considerable following on the popular micro-blogging site Twitter and is known for her funny and hilarious tweets. Popularly known as ‘Mrs Funnybones’, Twinkle Khanna has authored two books ‘Mrs Funnybones’ and ‘The Legend Of Laxmi Prasad’.

This time, a post of hers on Instagram is sure to raise eyebrows. She has posted a picture of hers from Paris with the caption “Home away from home for the next few days #Paris #ThanksAirbnb #NoPeskyKidsThankGod #LiveThere.”

Twinkle Khanna reportedly took a dig at her former co-stars Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan

Twinkle Khanna has lauded her husband and national award-winning actor Akshay Kumar’s latest entertainer ‘Toilet: Ek Prem Katha’, saying the Bollywood box-office needed it to break free from constipation

“So even the box office needed this Toilet eventually to break free from its constipation — ‘Toilet: Ek Prem Kath’. Hit Hit Hooray,” tweeted Twinkle, who is known on social media as Mrs Funnybones.Twinkle’s post hinted at the lukewarm performance of films like “Jagga Jasoos” and superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s “Jab Harry Met Sejal”.


Twinkle Khanna shared a picture of a man defecating on thebeach , but stayed defiant after backlash

Twinkle Khanna received a lot of backlash on social media, when her picture of a man defecating on beach went viral. People slammed her on social media for being elitist and also called out her hypocrisy. People even accused her to be outraging the modesty of a man. Several op-eds were written about Twinkle Khanna’s apathy and raising genuine concerns about public defecation.

But Twinkle Khanna, seems to be defiant and even justified her tweet saying that it is not her fault if people found her tweet ‘sardonic’. She has even tweeted to an article criticising saying that if people can afford to drink with friends, they can afford to use public loos or buy a cup of tea in a restaurant and use the loo.

Twinkle Khanna supported her friend Hrithik Roshan, when he got dragged in a controversy by Kangana Ranaut

Twinkle Khanna took to Twitter to support Hrithik Roshan. She shared the star’s statements and wrote, “Godspeed My Friend.”

Twinkle Khanna supports Akshay Kumar in ‘bell bajao’ comment controversy

 Twinkle Khanna defended her husband, actor Akshay Kumar, in the wake Of a controversy which erupted after he passed what was seen as an off-colour remark at stand-up comic Mallika Dua. The colloquial word ‘bajao’ is believed to carry violent or sexual undertones.Twinkle, however, argued that “bajao” was a “phrase that both men and women use” and called it a “pun on the words and actions related to the ringing of the bell”.She posted a lengthy statement on Twitter, saying that she wanted to ‘address the controversy’ on the sets of ‘The Laughter Challenge. “It’s a colloquial phrase that both men and women use – for instance, ‘I am going to bajao him/her’ or I got bajaoed.’Red FM even has a tagline ‘Bajate Raho’ all without sexist connotations,” she said

Twinkle Khanna takes on ‘Bhai’ fans

Twinkle Khanna received flak on social media for ‘insulting’ Salman Khan in her column. Twinkle Khanna, in her satirical take on matrimonial ads for a daily newspaper, wrote, “Alliance Wanted For One Of India’s Oldest But Most Eligible Bachelors: Dashing, non-vegetarian, successful and muscular Khandani boy. Excellent in dance, drama and art. Girl must be pretty, slim and enjoy long drives off the beaten path. Bride must not be very talkative, as groom cannot tolerate any buck buck. Caste no bar. Contact Sultan@Bhaijaan.com.”

This irked Salman Khan fans who trolled her on social media for taking a dig at ‘Bhai’. Some even threatened to boycott her husband Akshay Kumar’s films. 

Mrs Funnybones, however, had the perfect response to the trolls. Here’s what she wrote:

I write social,political satire-will not examine an ant & spare an elephant because I fear getting trampled by the herd #TrollProof#CarryOn

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
December 25, 2016

To all the Bhai fans ‘Merry Christmas’ #TrollProofpic.twitter.com/jAilgq1ZfA

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
December 25, 2016

‘Befikre’ Twinkle Khanna 

In her column for a newspaper, Twinkle Khanna gave her take on SC’s order on making national anthem mandatory at cinema halls. She wrote:

“But I still can’t wrap my head around how and why I am obliged to feel patriotic when I have merely booked tickets for ‘Befikre’, and am about to see Ranveer Singh in his tight red underwear.”

Feeling patriotic when you’ve booked tickets for Befikre and are about to see Ranveer Singh in his red underwear? https://t.co/vEc933bESKpic.twitter.com/o1N47tYOOa

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
December 11, 2016

Twinkle Khanna takes a dig at PM Narendra Modi’s demonetisation move

Twinkle Khanna took a funny jibe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s demonetisation move by posting a picture of ‘currency’ that could be the new Rs 500 note and Rs 2 coin by 2018.

Someone tells me-2018 this will be the Rs500 note and Rs2 coin-Under given circumstances-probable or they just taking the Mickey out of me! pic.twitter.com/tA4kVb6Y95

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
December 4, 2016

Twinkle Khanna becomes victim of autocorrect

Twinkle Khanna was texting one of her friends and complimented her for looking beautiful in a white dress. Autocorrect, however, had something else to say!

Why does this happen only to me ? Autocorrect I hate you! pic.twitter.com/tJ1U74njgU

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
November 21, 2016

Twinkle Khanna’s take on Karva Chauth

These days by 40 u could be on the way to your 2nd marriage so what’s the point of fasting-don’t need the men to last that long anymore:)

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
October 19, 2016

That is a possibility-so I checked longevity records-100 countries where men without anyone fasting for them live longer than Indian men:) https://t.co/rBspyZDzni

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
October 19, 2016

Twinkle Khanna on why she won’t change her surname to ‘Kumar’

A lot of people bring this up,though not as stridently as this gentleman-Khanna it will always be #MarriedNotBrandedpic.twitter.com/q4JzS1bzd1

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
September 20, 2016

Twinkle Khanna takes a jibe at Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s infamous comment on Pakistani teen activist Malala Yousafzai winning a Nobel prize

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar had said, “Nowadays there is no value to the Nobel prize. When you award it to a 16-year-old girl who hasn’t done anything, what value is left? It has become a political joke.”

Twinkle tweeted: “Sri Sri got his nobel foot and half beard stuck in his mouth in a yogic pose that Baba Ramdev perfected a while ago #HolyMenAndHairyTales”

Soon after, all hell broke loose as several followers of Sri Sri’s Art of Living course started trolling her.

Twinkle was quick to delete the tweet and apologise with another post saying, “Didn’t mean to hurt anyone’s feelings was meant to be a joke and am old enough to accept an error of judgement on my part (sic).”

Art of living teacher practising Art of intimidation? Didn’t like my joke diss me-drag my husband,boycott etc #Shamehttps://t.co/yFdz8bKHJo

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
May 8, 2016

Twitter users were quick to react to the episode and backed Twinkle Khanna for her comments.

Twinkle Khanna’s tip for married men

Well written @mrsfunnybones , had to read the legend of Lakshmi Prasad, after a lost bet with wife, can’t seem to put it down now. KudosðÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ?ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ?

— pranish karna (@mepranish01)
November 21, 2016

Err..your wife seems to be a fine woman if she forces you to read books -Kindly don’t lose her and stick to losing bets 🙂 https://t.co/AxKDkCMJgJ

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
November 21, 2016

Twinkle Khanna trolls Chris Martin over Coldplay’s new music video

Waiting for someone to point out how Chris Martin is secretly a member of the RSS ! #HymnForTheWeekendpic.twitter.com/ehiIM2uDmi

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
January 30, 2016

Twinkle Khanna’s ‘self-evaluation’ is on point!

Alarmed at the prospect of having to face the onslaught of my legendary acting skills? Nah!only behind the camera:) https://t.co/ntR0tiKtkBpic.twitter.com/VOQbhRPpb5

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
December 14, 2016

Check out other popular tweets by Twinkle Khanna:

Getting trolled by the baby about my name-‘Twinkle Twinkle If you are a little star why don’t you live in the sky’ Good grief !

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
August 2, 2016

Son’To conserve water let’s have bucket baths’
I buy the buckets.
Son’To save more water let’s bathe on alternate days’ #BangingHeadOnBucket

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
May 15, 2016

Me:Can I get an appointment with the Dr for my niece?
Receptionist:Age?
Me: 11
Receptionist: Male niece or female niece ? #WeAreLikeThisOnly

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
May 17, 2016

Pakistan doesn’t need nuclear weapons they can just drop this purple bomb on us #TaherShahpic.twitter.com/uSo2LfDF7s

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
April 9, 2016

Guess who came over for dinner last night?Now I have to stop saying that I have no Willpower:) #freshprinceofbelairpic.twitter.com/hQWR3aaQGA

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
August 29, 2016

Sometimes I have a day that seems exactly out of the pages of MrsFunnybones pic.twitter.com/iTQ5i2Lj5i

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
August 6, 2016

Navigating through a maze of craters on the lunar surface #SundaySojournspic.twitter.com/HkdAbBq894

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
September 18, 2016

Donald Duck waddling to the White House doesn’t seem to be just a surreal nightmare. Misogyny plays its trump card and wins..

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
November 9, 2016

‘Ignorant,sexist,racist but jeez thank God ,not a feminist!’ said the birdbrained followers as they flapped their wings for Donald Duck ..

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
November 9, 2016

I am doing my bit on Koffee with Karan while Trump and Chanakya are doing their stint on Koughing with Kejriwal:) https://t.co/kkhMuUBt6c

— Twinkle Khanna (@mrsfunnybones)
November 13, 2016

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