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Exclusive: Pallavi Joshi Recalls First Meeting With Husband Vivek Agnihotri, “We Were At A Rock Concert…”

Exclusive: Pallavi Joshi Recalls First Meeting With Husband Vivek Agnihotri, “We Were At A Rock Concert…”

It's a dream to fall in love with a person and then get to marry them. Well, such dreamy love stories only happen to some people, and their stories do… Read More

Exclusive: Dhvani Bhanushali Opens Up On Auto-Tune Allegations, Viral Farah Khan Video: “I Was Insanely Sick…”

Dhvani Bhanushali took over the internet with her hit songs like 'Vaaste', 'Leja Re' and more. The singer appeared in the videos and netizens hailed her as India's rising pop… Read More

Exclusive: MUA Harold James Gushes Over Aishwarya Rai; Calls Her ‘Amazing’ Amid Paris Fashion Week

The Paris Fashion Week has started and all eyes are on the runway. But unlike others, we are more excited to see the different makeup looks rather than the clothes… Read More

Exclusive: Geeta Basra Opens Up About Two Miscarriages And How Harbhajan Singh Stood Strong By Her!

Miscarriages are very sad and painful, and women who go through them face big emotional and physical struggles. In an exclusive interview with Hauterrfly’s The Male Feminist, hosted by Siddhaarth… Read More

Exclusive: Shrivalli Rashmikaa Reveals Female Tennis Players Still Lack Support, Opens Up On Gender Inequality!

Shrivalli Rashmikaa is just 23 and has already become a renowned star in the world of Indian tennis. But her journey to success has been far from easy. She dealt… Read More

Exclusive: Soha Ali Khan Questions: “Why Doesn’t Anyone Talk About Male-Led Cast When Men Promote Films?”

There have been a lot of conversations about female-orientated films and why such a term might not be needed. Similarly, actor Soha Ali Khan stressed this topic in an exclusive… Read More

Exclusive: Jennifer Mistry Exposes Asit Modi’s Taunts Over Her Caste, Legal Struggles, And More!

Jennifer Mistry, widely known for playing Roshan Sodhi in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, accused the show’s producer, Asit Modi, of s*xual harassment. It sparked a massive reaction online. Now,… Read More

Exclusive: Daisy Shah Recalls Being Harassed During A Song Shoot In Jaipur: “I Just Started Hitting…”

Another day, another sad incident of harassment revealed by an actor. On The Male Feminist, many celebrities have spoken about these everyday struggles of a woman. In the most recent… Read More

Exclusive: Kim Tae-hee Opens Up On Korean Entertainment’s Evolution And Her Excitement For New Projects

If you are someone who has been following the Korean entertainment industry for a long time, you surely must have witnessed a huge change. The Korean wave, or Hallyu wave,… Read More

Exclusive: Kim Tae-hee Talks On How She Tackled Language Challenges In Butterfly And Bonded With Daniel Dae Kim

Kim Tae-hee, one of the most loved Korean actors, is back on our screens and this time it's with a Hollywood series called Butterfly. Starring alongside Daniel Dae Kim, Reina… Read More

Exclusive: Sunanda Sharma Reveals How She Became A Star Before Gaining Fame As A Singer!

There is no limit to hustle and hard-work, and singer Sunanda Sharma is a good example for that. She recently graced Hauterrfly's show, The Male Feminist, hosted by Siddhaarth Aalambayan… Read More

Exclusive: Sunanda Sharma: “A Female Artist’s Mother Indirectly Told Me I Don’t Sing Well”

Sadly, a woman's success is dismissed as pretty privilege. And we are sure that many of us have heard it once in our lives. Recently, singer Sunanda Sharma also opened… Read More

Exclusive: Aditya Roy Kapur On Playing Heartbroken Characters: “I Wonder Why They Gravitate Towards Me?”

From Aashiqui 2 to Fitoor, Aditya Roy Kapur has a knack for playing characters who are a bit broken-hearted and wounded. Audiences love his performance and often feel relatable to… Read More

Exclusive: Sara Ali Khan, Aditya Roy Kapur On Their Bond: “We Love Chilling In The Car, It’s Our Safe Space”

In an exclusive interview with Hauterrfly, Sara Ali Khan and Aditya Roy Kapur, who star together in Metro In Dino, recently gave fans a glimpse into their off-screen dynamic and… Read More

Exclusive: Karan Tacker: “My Co-Actor Kicked Me In The Nuts During Fight Scene On Special Ops 2 Set”

Kay Kay Menon, Karan Tacker and others starring in Special Ops got immense love from the audience. From gripping story to exciting action scenes, it kept viewers hooked to their… Read More

Exclusive: Mahhi Vij Addresses Divorce Rumours With Jay Bhanushali: “If It’s A Possibility…”

Rumours about the famous couple Mahhi Vij and Jay Bhanushali have been afloat for a while now. And now, in an exclusive conversation with Hauterrfly's The Male Feminist hosted by… Read More

Exclusive: Barka Singh On Patriarchy: “Just Because You’re A Girl Doesn’t Mean You Will Have To…”

Actor Barkha Singh in an exclusive conversation on Hauterrfly’s The Male Feminist, spoke openly about the patriarchal conditioning she’s had to unlearn, and why it's not just men who need… Read More

Exclusive: Barkha Singh Speaks On Actors Vs Influencer Debate Says “There’s A Wrong Perception…”

Staying relevant on social media has become a crucial part for even actors nowadays. Which is why, sometimes, the line between a professional and a content creator might get blurry… Read More

Exclusive: Barkha Singh On Weird Casting Couch Demand: “They Wrote Vitals Should Be 36…”

A very serious problem in the entertainment world is the casting couch. Many female actors have spoken out about strange demands they faced for roles. These demands often involve their… Read More

Exclusive: Diana Penty Reveals Why She Was Rejected For Imtiaz Ali’s Rockstar: “I Was Kind Of Relieved”

An actor has to give several auditions, especially in the initial days of struggle. It's not an easy process. There are many rejections, but the day they crack one of… Read More

Exclusive: Celeb MUA Namrata Soni Wants Celebrities To Stop Fearing The Red Lipstick, “It’s Incredibly Elegant”

Celebrity makeup artist Namrata Soni has worked with some of Bollywood’s biggest stars, from Sonam Kapoor to Rani Mukerji, creating looks that have wowed fans for years. But there’s one… Read More

Exclusive: Jonita Gandhi On Being Mocked For Having Facial Hair: “They Called Me Godzilla Because…”

Women are often shamed for having facial hair. They face bullying and are called names like "unladylike". Popular singer Jonita Gandhi, who has sung songs like 'Sau Tarah Ke', 'What… Read More

Exclusive: Jonita Gandhi Opens Up About Pay Disparity In Music Industry: “Now I Politely Decline…”

There is pay disparity across industries, and the only difference now is that the women have started to speak up for this. The recent Male Feminist episode was graced by… Read More

Exclusive: Rana Daggubati On Working With Arjun Rampal In Rana Naidu S2: “He’s Been So Underused…”

Arjun Rampal joins the cast of the popular show Rana Naidu this season. He plays a character named Rauf, and his presence promises a lot of drama and tension in… Read More

Exclusive: X:IN’s Aria, Nova On Hindi, Russian Lyrics In Attention Seeker: “It Was A Special…”

X:IN is a multinational group, and they recently made their comeback with a mini album, Defend Myself, with 'Attention Seeker' as its title track. The title track is not ordinary,… Read More

Exclusive: X:IN’s Hannah Reveals Her Favourite Indian Meme: “Aria Showed Me The…”

Memes have become a big part of our lives, and to be honest, Desi memes hit hard with their relatable humour. Every day we stumble upon a new meme that… Read More

Exclusive: Surveen Chawla Shares National Award-Winning Tamil Director Wanted To Sleep With Her, “I Was Told He Wanted…”

Actress Surveen Chawla, who is known for starring in movies like Hate Story 2 and Sacred Games, opened up about the casting couch in the Indian film industry. In an… Read More

Exclusive: Surveen Chawla On Toxic TV Industry Environment: “There Was A Notorious Director But He Was Balaji’s Favourite”

Surveen Chawla, best known for her roles in Hate Story 2, Sacred Games, Kaajjal, and, more recently, Rana Naidu, recently opened up about the toxic work culture she experienced in… Read More

Exclusive: Sophie Choudry: “It’s Much Easier To Be A Male Artist In India”

No matter the industry, women face tough challenges in life. Many deal with unequal pay and fewer opportunities. Some face harassment or judgement for their choices. On a similar note,… Read More

Exclusive: Celebrity Hairstylist Darshan Yewalekar Breaks Down Jaideep Ahlawat’s Hair Look From Jewel Thief

In an exclusive interview with Hauterrfly, Darshan Yewalekar, a popular celebrity hairstylist, revealed the magic that went behind creating Jaideep Ahlawat’s suave hairstyle in Netflix’s Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins.… Read More

Exclusive: Nimrrit Kaur Ahluwalia: “I Was S*xually Molested In Supreme Court By Senior Lawyer”

It's frustrating how every woman has faced s*xual harassment or molestation. No matter where you are, a woman just cannot feel safe. Sharing a similar experience was actor Nimrrit Kaur… Read More

Exclusive: Here’s The Love Advice The Royals Star Kavya Trehan Got From Zeenat Aman: “Does He Respect You…”

The much-awaited series The Royals starring Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar in leading roles, is out on Netflix. It has 8 episodes and also features Zeenat Aman, Kavya Trehan, Vihaan… Read More

Exclusive: From First Marriage To Deets About Ram Kapoor, 5 Revelations Made By Gautami Kapoor

The recent episode of Hauterrfly's The Male Feminist, hosted by Siddhaarth Aalambayan, was graced by the popular TV star Gautami Kapoor. The actress opened up about many aspects of her… Read More

Exclusive: Gautami Kapoor Recalls Being Harassed In 6th Grade: “My Mom Said I Should’ve…”

Indeed, there isn't a single woman who has not gone through the horrors of being harassed in a public place. And no, there is no particular age or dress that… Read More

Exclusive: Director Kookie Gulati Reacts To Negative Reviews Of Jewel Thief: “People Are Taking Films Too Seriously”

Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat teamed up for the recently released Netflix film Jewel Thief. This much-awaited heist film is directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal. However, the… Read More

Exclusive: Logout Director Amit Golani: “Wanted To Explore Obsessive Fan, Celebrity Relationship Which Was Unique”

In recent times, we have seen many movies about the toxic obsession with social media and its downsides. Sometimes, a movie could struggle with showing it in a very stereotypical… Read More

Exclusive: Logout Star Babil Khan On Dealing With Pressures Of Social Media: “I Don’t Attach My Identity To It”

Social Media can be a cruel place, yet guess what, we are still glued to it for major parts of our lives. But we wonder how difficult this space can… Read More

Exclusive: Malavika Mohanan Shares Creepy Incident While Travelling In Mumbai Trains: “A Man Said Chumma Degi…”

The unfortunate reality is that unwelcome comments and actions directed at women, often termed eve-teasing, have become disturbingly regular. This happens whether a woman is in the company of others… Read More

Exclusive: Aamir Ali Opens Up About Experiencing Harassment In Train: “I Was Just 14”

Men also have to face uncomfortable moments in life but they hardly speak about them. Clearly, because of the taboo around it. However, during a recent interview with Hauterrfly's show… Read More

Exclusive: Chahhat Khanna Recalls Child Abuse: “An Uncle Used To Make Me Sit On His Lap…”

It makes you angry to know that so many girls and women have experienced s*xual abuse or harassment. It's something that happens way too often, whether they are young kids… Read More

Exclusive Anjali Anand: “It’s Not Fair To Talk Bad About Men If One Man Has Done Something Wrong With You”

Most women have had some kind of bad experience with a man. Some are vocal about it while some are not. Recently, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani star Anjali… Read More

Exclusive: Anjali Anand Opens Up About Childhood Trauma: “My Dance Teacher Gave A Peck On The Lips…”

Life can be tough, and it's true that almost everyone goes through traumatising times. These experiences can really shape how we see ourselves and the world. Take actor Anjali Anand,… Read More

Exclusive: Chitrangada Singh: “Mahua Moitra Was My Reference For Role In Khakee But…”

Have you watched Neeraj Panday's Khakee: The Bengal Chapter yet? The thrilling show is currently streaming on Netflix and it stars some brilliant actors like Jeet Madnani, Chitrangada Singh, and… Read More

Exclusive: Avneet Kaur Recalls Incident Of Harassment On Holi: “I Hit That Guy With A Bat…”

Holi is a festival of colour, good food and happy vibes. However, the darker side of this Indian festival is only felt by women. This is because some men take… Read More

Exclusive: Avneet Kaur Shuts Down Plastic Surgery Claims: “When You Saw Me, I Was 7 Years Old”

Recently, Millie Bobby Brown opened up about media scrutising her appearance. She labelled it as "bullying" and "not journalism." She specifically criticised articles that focused on her age and appearance.… Read More

Exclusive: Renuka Shahane On Ashutosh Rana Being Feminist Ally: “We Share An Egoless, Genderless Relationship”

Recently, veteran actor Renuka Shahane appeared in a light-hearted Prime Video series Dupahiya. The actor nailed the role of Pushplata Yadav, the village leader working to be the Sarpanch. During… Read More

Exclusive: Ram Madhvani Reveals Inspiration Behind Strong Female Characters: “I Am Very Thankful That I’m Surrounded By Strong Women”

Historical dramas about the freedom struggle often overlook the crucial roles women played. These stories frequently prioritise male figures and leave women's experiences and contributions untold. In creative spaces, women's… Read More

Exclusive: Sumukhi Suresh Believes Girls Shouldn’t Be Told To Come Home Early Because…

The issue of women's safety has been a topic of constant talk, yet real solutions remain elusive. Many discussions end with the same advice: women should stay home at night.… Read More

Exclusive: Taaruk Raina: “Its Sad That We Have To Talk About Strong Female Characters, Every Female Is Strong”

Taaruk Raina has made a mark in the industry with his fine performances. Recently, we sat down for an interview with him where he talked about his upcoming SonyLiv series… Read More

Exclusive: Neena Gupta Wants To Do A Commercial Film: “I Am Not Famous, People Only Know Me By…”

Over the long span of her acting career, Neena Gupta has given some very memorable performances and played nuanced characters that will be cherished for years to come. She was… Read More