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‘Stree’ a new experience for Rajkummar Rao
By Subhash K. Jha
Mumbai, Aug 30 (IANS) Very few actors today can boast of being as prolific and yet as quality-conscious as Rajkummar Rao. Having done some really serious films, he was happy to have a fresh experience with a fun film like the horror-comedy “Stree”.
“‘Stree’ is a new experience for me. I’ve been doing very serious films like ‘Omerta’, ‘Aligarh’ and ‘Newton’. But then I had fun doing ‘Bareilly Ki Barfi’ and ‘Fanney Khan’ where there were lots of laughs to lean on,” Rajkummar said.
Horror-comedy is an entirely different comedy.
“‘Stree’ has just a bit of the spooky feeling and loads of laughter. It was fun to do. This is director Amar Kaushik’s first feature. And the film is produced by Raj and DK who have directed one of my favourite horror comedies ‘Go Goa Gone’.
“We all worked on the film in the spirit of a celebration. I think that feeling comes across in the film.”
Actress Shraddha Kapoor, who is Rajkummar’s co-star in “Stree”, is simultaneously promoting another film “Batti Gul Meter Chalu”. It’s a bit confusing for the audience, isn’t it?
“Yes, it can get a little distracting. That’s why at each media event, I introduced myself to every journalist. I don’t want to be confused with any other actor,” said the affable, humble actor who promises to never change.
“There hasn’t been any change in me so far. It’s too late now.”
Rajkummar says he has never had more fun with his career than he is having now.
“I am doing the work that I want without any restrictions on my interpretation of the characters. It’s like opening up a whole new world for me. ‘Stree’ was so enjoyable for me because we were constantly improvising, trying out new ways of expressing ourselves.
“This is the most exciting time to be an actor. It’s like working while evolving as an actor.”
Rajkummar also has a role in Tabrez Noorani’s “Love Soniya”.
“It’s a cameo. I am a part of the film because the film has a very important message to convey. Sometimes, just being part of a film is more important than how many scenes an actor has.”
Rajkummar is also excited about the two films that he is doing with Kangana Ranaut, with whom he had featured in “Queen”.
“There is Prakash Kovelamudi’s ‘Mental Hai Kya’ in which every character is a mental case. Then there is Anurag Basu’s ‘Imli’ where Kangana and I are together again. It’s always inspiring to work with co-stars who are as keen about their work as me.”
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.