Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji on Monday said the time she has spent being a mother so far is the happiest period of her life.

Rani is married to filmmaker Aditya Chopra. They have a daughter, Adira, who was born in 2015.

In a Facebook chat, ahead of her birthday on Tuesday, Rani answered a bevy of questions from her fans.

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When asked how it feels to be a mother, she said: “It feels great. The last two and a half years — nine months of pregnancy and one and a half years of motherhood — have been the happiest years of my life. I enjoy seeing Adira grow, reach new milestones each day.”

Rani added that there’s nothing more important for a woman than being a mother.

She also said life has started anew post Adira’s birth.

“It’s amazing being a mother; you change overnight because the experience teaches you on a daily basis. I have become stronger and I have also mellowed down. But a lot of things come with being a mother. I’m looking forward to my journey of raising Adira, so it’s going to be fun,” she said.

Asked why she isn’t present on social media, Rani said, “I’m not on social media. I don’t post pictures of my daughter because my husband is a very private person and I respect that. Also, I don’t like saying no to my fans, especially when they ask me to post pictures.”

Last seen in 2014 action-thriller “Mardaani”, Rani said she will next be seen in “Hichki”, and the project will kick-off in April.

Asked about her birthday plans, she said she will spend it at home with her daughter and husband.

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Actress Vaani Kapoor, who is gearing up for the release of her second film “Befikre”, has praised its director Aditya Chopra saying that he is a humble man.

Asked how was it working with Chopra, Vaani told IANS over phone from Mumbai: “He is such a humble man. You can never feel intimidated by him because he makes sure that he is approachable and friendly.”

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“Before he announced (about ‘Befikre’), he broke the news I am doing this movie…He was taking my workshops. I didn’t know for what movie and who is directing it…He made me feel very comfortable when we were doing workshops also,” she said.

The 28-year-old actress says by the time she reached the film’s set, she “did become a lot comfortable”.

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“For me, I could be myself (in front of Chopra). I could goof up and make mistakes and not feel judged…That fear had gone,” she said.

Talking about her “Befikre” journey, Vaani said: “It was amazing. I felt like it was the best thing that had happened to me…Not only because it is an Aditya Chopra movie or it has Ranveer Singh or I had such a fabulous team, but also for the character I got to play.”

Watch : Ranveer Singh and Vaani Kapoor”s Befikre song Nashe Si Chadh Gayi

The “Shuddh Desi Romance” actress says she has something to treasure for life.

Shot widely in Paris, “Befikre” is a fresh interpretation of love as viewed in the 21st century. The film is slated to release on December 9.

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At the launch of the new Befikre Ranveer Singh said that he was the first choice of Aditya Chopra for “Befikre” right from the beginning despite the director having Shah Rukh Khan star in all his three films he made in his near three-decade long career.

“I am the least territorial person; I don’t think I am entering anyone’s territory. Adi sir wanted to make the film with me and I am involved in the project from its scripting. I am glad that my mentor has given me the opportunity to work under his direction. It’s a big deal for me,” said the actor at the launch of “You and I” song of “Befikre” here with Vaani Kapoor, his co-star in the movie.

Watch : Ranveer Singh and Vaani Kapoor”s Befikre song Nashe Si Chadh Gayi

“Befikre” is set to release next month. The film has three songs, composed by Vishal-Shekhar and written by Jaydeep Sahni.

Earlier Ranveer worked with Aditya Chopra on “Ladies VS Ricky Bahl” where Chopra penned the story of the film.

Noting that after Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan, he is the only actor in Bollywood directed by Aditya Chopra and Sanjay Leela Bhansali, he said: “I am so proud and happy. I think I am lucky to get such opportunity. Though I want to work with big names of Bollywood, I also want to work with young directors and fresh idea.”

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Through the film is grabbing headlines with Ranveer tagged as a serial kisser, he said that the film has got a U/A certificate. “The projection of kiss here is not wild or lust but as warm as a hug. It has been shown is a very tasteful manner… so perfect for family viewing.”

For Vaani, it is her second film after a gap of three years from her Bollywood debut in “Shuddh Desi Romance” (2013). Sharing the reason for this, she said: “Adi sir advised me to wait for the right film to come. Now that this film is ready to release, I think the wait was worth enough.”

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As the film talks about new-age relationship of boys and girls where they have no time for love, asking about his opinion on the same, Ranveer said: “There is a generational shift on the perception and outlook of romantic relationship. This film represent young mind of today’s generation. Personally, I am a bit traditional when it comes to relationships.”

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Yash Raj Films (YRF) will unveil the trailer of filmmaker Aditya Chopra’s upcoming movie “Befikre” at the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

The trailer for the Ranveer Singh and Vaani Kapoor-starrer will be launched in collaboration with French authorities on October 10. Ranveer and Vaani will turn up in style for this first of its kind evening, saluting a fresh, celebratory and youthful love story, read a statement from the banner.

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“Befikre”, set to release on December 9, captures the Parisian spirit of freedom and impulsive living.

Not Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan to play villain in Dhoom 4?

Dhoom is one of the most successful franchises of Bollywood. Having had the likes of John Abraham, Hrithik Roshan and Aamir Khan as antagonist in first three movies, the franchise is all set to rope in another superstar as villain in the fourth installment.

The movie, which is said to be titled Dhoom Reloaded, will see Shah Rukh Khan in a negative role. It is going to be a treat to see Shah Rukh essaying a bad guy in the movie. However, SRK was not the first choice for the movie, according to sources.

Aditya Chopra had earlier approached Salman Khan for the role, but the Dabang star turned down the offer, as he was not willing to play a negative character. Shah Rukh, meanwhile, has appeared in a negative role in various movies, including the Don.

“Shah Rukh has been approached by Chopra for Dhoom 4,” the source was quoted in the media. “Talks about dates and remuneration are on. Salman was approached before SRK, but he’s very clear right now about not playing a negative character.”

“Shah Rukh has done it in quite a few films before, so he has no reservations,” the source added. “Also, it’s not a baddie in the true sense of the word. Dhoom baddies are cool and stylish. It’s more in the Don space, which works for SRK.”

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There are reports that Ranbir Singh might replace Abhishek Bachchan as a good cop in the movie. Ranbir is currently working on another YRF’s project Befikre, also directed by Aditya Chopra.