Breakfast of a struggler
Long before fame and fortune, Sidharth Malhotra’s journey in Mumbai was defined by grit, struggle, and simple meals. The actor recently revealed that his go-to food during those days was sweet potatoes, which he ate regularly to stay fit and save money. “Sweet potato mera patent breakfast tha — protein aur carb intake ke liye, aur sasta tha bohot,” he shared in a chat with Nayandeep Rakshit. He recalled living in small apartments, facing repeated rejections, and hustling for opportunities while trying to make ends meet. He also said that surviving in the city was challenging as he had no family support, but it taught him resilience long before Student of the Year (2012) changed his life.
Romancing box-office numbers
(L-R) Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa
Defying expectations, Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa’s Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat has reportedly crossed the R100 crore mark at the box-office globally within two weeks of release. According to the makers, Milap Zaveri’s directorial venture has earned Rs 86 crore in India and R15 crore overseas. Despite mixed reviews on release, the Diwali offering has thrived because of strong word of mouth and continues its successful theatrical run across the country.