Child actor Harshaali Malhotra, who plays a mute girl in Salman Khan's "Bajrangi Bhaijaan", has touched the hearts of viewers with her endearing performance. But she is extremely talkative in real life, says her mother.

"Harshaali never keeps quiet. During workshops, Mukesh (Chhabra, the casting director) used to tell me that he was worried how she could keep quiet," Harshaali's mother Kajal Malhotra said in an interaction with journalists.

"There is no difference in her as a person. The way she was earlier is exactly how she is now," she said, emphasizing how shooting schedules haven't affected Harshaali.

Shooting with a child is not only difficult for the filmmakers but also for the child.

"Whenever there was action or any high-pitched sound, she would get scared. But Salman (Khan) and Kabir (Khan) would take special efforts to ensure that she interacts with other co-stars by playing, after which she became comfortable during the shoot," Malhotra said.

Among the flood of compliments Harshaali's has received, one which deserves mention was when Farah Khan termed her "the find of the century".

The popularity Harshaali has received is there for everyone to see, but her mother says they will try to ensure that she balances studies and acting seamlessly.

"Whatever we'll decide for her career would obviously depend on the offers we receive, but we wouldn't prefer television very much," she said.

Harshaali has also acted in TV serials like "Qubool Hai" and "Laut Aao Trisha" and advertisements.

Salman Khan and Kabir Khan have delivered two blockbustering hits back to back and there is already a third film in the pipleline for them. Yes! Salman Khan has confirmed the news himself.

At an event in Mumbai, Salman told the press, “we are planning another film soon. Definitely. It's been proven. People have applauded Bajrangi for its emotional content and everyone has been sending me great messages about the film. Also, this is one film which even critics have loved. Kabir has a vision which helps in making all his films extra special."

Ask him about the film, he said, "If Bajrangi made you cry, we hope to do the same with our third film as well. That also has an emotional story. We have discussed it."

Kabir had previously told reporters that his first experience with Salman was not so nice; hence they teamed up for BB. When Salman was asked the same he added to the joke, "Maybe even Bajrangi ka experience was not that great, that's why we need to do a third film now."

Now isn’t this a great news for the Khan fans?

Salman Khan’s Bajrangi Bhaijaan is a mass-entertainer and spotted enjoying the first day, first show of the Kabir Khan directorial was none other than director-producer Aditya Chorpa. He was seated elusively amidst the aam-junta.

What was more interesting was that he was assessing the crowd’s reaction and was seen enjoying the film with the common people. He looked very pleased seeing Salman’s latest offering and quite enjoyed the show.

Maybe Adi wanted to see the public reaction in person and enjoy the Khan film amidst avid Salmaniacs. But it was chori chori, chupke chupke! *winks*

Interviewing the six-year-old Harshaali Malhotra is not an easy task. The little girl has shot to fame with her innocent mute performance in Salman Khan’s ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ and is currently basking in the limelight that is coming her way.

While she was ‘bored’ of giving interviews and preferred playing with the journalists, we managed to convince the chirpy kid to answer a few questions for us, of course with some help from her mother Kajal Malhotra, who was sitting beside her. Excerpts from the interview:

Were you this mischievous while shooting for “Bajrangi Bhaijaan”?

No I was not like that.

Were you afraid of Salman Khan?

No.

How was your first meeting with Salman?

I was shy.

Are you energetic in real life as well? Do you take part in sports?

Yes I am energetic.

Do you like studying or playing?

I like playing. But I like doing Maths.

Your mother said you want to become a superstar. So which superstar is your idol?

I want to be a superstar like Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor or Katrina Kaif.

Did you tell Salman that you want to be a superstar like him? What was his reaction?

He said okay… (laughs)

Did your parents and you watch “Bajrangi Bhaijaan”? What did they say about the film?

We all liked the film.

Which films of Salman do you like the most?

I liked him in ‘Kick’ and ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’.

You play Pakda Pakdi a lot…so did you play the same with Salman while shooting for ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’?

I used to play games with Salman uncle on phone. I would sit on Kabir uncle’s lap and play Barbie games. Boys don’t like Barbie games and hence Salman uncle didn’t play that. Kareena aunty was busy with shoot so I did not get time to play games with her.

In the film you enjoy cricket. In real life do you like the sport?

No I don’t like cricket. I watch cartoon on TV. I like watching Doremon.

What is your favourite food?

I like chicken. I had a lot of chicken while shooting for the Chicken song. I took about four takes to do the scene.

You like dancing or singing?

I like dancing, singing and acting.

In the film, you play a mute girl. How was it shooting?

I don’t like dialogues. So it was good.

Did you find shooting for any specific scene difficult in the film?

No I used to get scared while watching action scenes.

So when Salman used to do action scenes how did you feel?

I used to cry when he would do action scenes. They used to shoot Salman uncle’s action scenes before mine.

Did Salman take you on bicycle rides during shoot?

No …Salman uncle used to play table tennis with me in Karjat.

Will you work with Salman again?

Yes.

How would you feel when Salman shot for emotional scenes?

Even I used to cry when Salman uncle cried. I would feel bad.

What gifts did you get while shooting for the film?

I got a teddy bear and it is good …I got chocolates as well.

Did Salman treat you with his famous Biryani?

Yes he did give Biryani to all of us. My mother used to feed me food.

Since, you like singing, which is your favourite song in the film?

“Selfie Le Le Re”, “Aaj Ki Party”, “Bhar Do Jholi”, “Tu Chahiye”, “Chicken Song”.

You are seen playing with a lamb in the film. Do you like animals?

Dogs and rabbits. Earlier we had a rabbit as a pet. Now we don’t have any pets.

Did Salman give you the Bajrangi locket?

Yes he did. It was when we were watching the film together.

Who is the better actor between you and Salman?

He is a good actor. (shies away)

How was it shooting with Kabir?

It was nice …he used to play with me.

The little girl couldn’t answer any more and decided to instead click selfies with her favourite journalists.

Meanwhile, we continued our conversation with her mother Kajal Malhotra:

So how did the project happen?

I went to Mukesh Chabra’s office as he had called me for this project. After few months, they said Harshaali has been shortlisted for ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’. Till that time I was not aware that Salman was a part of this project.

How was she when she first met Salman?

She was alone when she met Salman and his staff. I was not with her. I was nervous and was thinking what will she talk and how will she react when she meets Salman. When she came back, I asked her how was it meeting Salman she said that she told Salman that she wants to become a superstar like him. I was shocked. Earlier, she was a little shy and when she started talking, she was non-stop at it.

What was your reaction when you got to know that Salman is doing the film?

We couldn’t believe it initially.

In the film she shares a close bond with Salman. What was her equation with him and Kareena?

On the first day of the shoot when she met him she was initially shy. Then, they both were left alone for some time and then she got along well with him. Salman loves her a lot. We are happy that she got this big opportunity of working with Salman.

What about her studies? Did you speak to her teachers in school?

We took permission from her principal who asked us not to take too many holidays for this.

We hear she is naughty in real life. Was she the same on the sets as well? Did you have a tough time handling her?

No never. She was dedicated towards her work. When we were shooting daily she did not get much free time to watch cartoons but she never cribbed about it. She used to play during her break time and would follow a strict routine - take bath, have food, shoot and sleep.

Did you have to explain her the scenes?

No Kabir was there and Harshaali had a good tuning with him. Whenever she had a problem understanding anything about a scene, she would directly ask Kabir about it. I never got into that.

Would you want her to continue acting?

Right now she is dedicated towards acting. Sometime back she was unwell so we had stop doing assignments. During that time she asked me, “Why we are not shooting am I doing a bad job?”. She is too small. By the time she is in standard five, we will take a break of six or seven years till she completes 12th. If she wants to pursue acting then we will do it.

On what basis do you select a project for her?

The project has to be good, her role has to be good and the banner has to be big. We wouldn’t want her part to be too small. After doing a role like this, I don’t think we would like her to do a five-ten minute role where she is seen in childhood scenes. That is not feasible.

Were there any offers in between?

We were getting offers but this project was happening and then her studies were also important.

Will she do television shows and reality shows as well?

A big no to television shows. We will see what kind of reality shows comes her way. It has to suit her. Like if a ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’ offer comes up then a small kid like her can’t take so much pressure as they have to practice a lot. She has no formal training in either dancing or singing.

Amul never fails to surprise us. This time they have surprised us with a heart warming and creative poster of Salman-Kareena starrer ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’. The poster reads – ‘Butterangi Bhaijaan – Loved across borders’.

The ad features Salman and little Munni as they embark on their journey to home crossing the border. Kabir Khan’s ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ has created record at the box office and the film is being loved for its touching story.

Amul Topical: Heartwarming entertainer! #BajrangiBhaijaanpic.twitter.com/aOKlgTKVGs

— Amul.coop (@Amul_Coop) July 21, 2015

What’s your take on this Amul Topical ad?

Child artiste Harshaali Malhotra has become the talk of the town ever since the first teaser of ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ released two months back. The little girl has won accolades for her endearing performance in the movie and has surely emerged a star.

However, not many are aware that before Harshaali signed ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’, she was approached to play Swara Bhaskar’s childhood role for Sooraj Barjatya’s ‘Prem Ratan Dhan Paayo’ which also stars Salman Khan in the lead.

Reveals Harshaali’s mother, “We had shot for the print bit of the role for PRDP. She was supposed to play Swara’s childhood version. But then later we got a call from the makers of ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’. When things got finalized there, we spoke to Salman about how unfair it would be to have a minuscule appearance in PRDP. He too agreed and that is when we told Sooraj Barjatya. He was humble and understood our point and that is how we backed out.”

Interestingly, not just PRDP, but Harshaali was also offered the childhood role of Katrina Kaif in one of her films. But she rejected that as well on the same grounds.

“When the first teaser of ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ was released, Harshaali was approached to play Katrina’s childhood role in a film. I didn’t even know which film was this. But again, I rejected it because I don’t want Harshaali to do a 5-6 minutes cameo appearance. And also, it would have been too much of a stress for Harshaali. She needed a break and hence I rejected it,” confirms Kajal, Harshaali’s mother.

Incidentally, there have been reports that Salman Khan asked Harshaali to reject the Katrina Kaif starrer. Probe her mother about it and she clarifies, “No, Salman Khan hasn’t asked us to do anything. Though it was there in our contract that she shouldn’t do something during the shoot and release because she had a main role. They required bulk dates from us because she had to shoot with Salman and his availability."

Well, we hope the gossip mongers can rest now since the truth is out!

What say?

We know that the audience all over has loved and adored Salman Khan in his recent release, Bajrangi Bhaijaan. However, the cute reaction of this little girl is by far the best one. So much so that director Kabir Khan was also impressed by her and shared the video on his social networking handle.

This little girl's reaction at the end of my film is truly overwhelming http://t.co/NN9GjcSK41

— Kabir Khan (@kabirkhankk) July 20, 2015

Isn't she the cutest?

Salman Khan is at his best in this 'chicken' number from his super hit movie Bajrangi Bhaijaan. Kareena Kapoor Khan and Harshali Malhotra also feature in this peppy number composed Pritam with lyrics penned by Mayur Puri. It is sung by Mohit Chauhan & Palak Muchhal, who have done a fab job here!

Bajrangi Bhaijaan directed by Kabir Khan released this Eid to a great response. The movie has already joined the Rs 100 crore club and is going very strong at the box office.

Do check it out and let us know what you think of this one!

Salman Khan’s ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ is strong and consistent at the box office. The film collected Rs. 21.40 crores on Tuesday, taking the grand total to 151.05 crores.

‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ has crossed the 150 crores mark in just five days of the release, making it the fastest film to achieve that feat. The movie has also beaten the lifetime collections of Salman’s earlier releases ‘Dabangg’ and ‘Bodyguard’ and is now on its way to beat the collections of ‘Dabangg 2’, ‘Ek Tha Tiger’ and ‘Kick’.

Trade analyst Taran Adarsh confirmed the same and posted on twitter, “#BajrangiBhaijaan maintains its TRIUMPHANT gallop. Fri 27.25 cr, Sat 36.60 cr, Sun 38.75 cr, Mon 27.05 cr, Tue 21.40 cr. Total: ₹ 151.05 cr.”

He further added, “#BajrangiBhaijaan crosses *lifetime biz* of #Dabangg, #Bodyguard... Next target/s: #Dabangg2, #ETT, #Kick [Salman's HIGHEST grosser].”

Directed by Kabir Khan and produced by Salman Khan Films along with Eros International, ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ also stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Harshali Malhotra in the lead.

On day 5, ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ becomes the top grosser with its box office collection. The film has raked in Rs 151.05 cr which is a lot higher than what PK, Chennai Express and Happy New Year collected on Day 5.

While Aamir’s PK had collected a total of Rs 135.79 cr, SRK’s ‘Chennai Express’ and ‘Happy New Year’ collected Rs 117.8 cr and Rs 136,.87 cr respectively on Day 5.

However, Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Happy New Year’ got the biggest opening on Day 1 as it collected Rs 44.97 crore.

All the films have been holiday releases with Eid, Diwali and Christmas falling in between apart from Chennai Express, which was released on a regular day.

Here are the films’ first day and day 5 collections:

Bajrangi Bhaijaan (July 17, 2015)

Day 1: 27.25

Day 5 total: 151.05 cr

Happy New Year (October 24, 2014)

Day 1: 44.97 crore

Day 5 total: 136.87 cr

PK (December 19, 2014)

Day 1: 26.63

Day 5 total: 135.79

Chennai Express (August 9, 2013)

Day 1: 33.12

Day 5 Total: 117.8

Salman and Harshaali’s cuteness in Bajrangi Bhaijaan is undeniable and fans are falling in love with the two. This behind-the-scene video from the poster shoot captures their cute relation aptly.

While Salman brings out emotions in the poster shoot, Harshaali’s cuteness overload is too good. Seen having fun, the two are posing for the cameras in various poses. The best part is where Bhaijaan explains to Munni, that she should pose with her face visible, and calls her ‘pagal’ in an adorable way. He also added, “Juhu pe dikhna chahiye na.. highway pe.”

BB has shattered box office records and is zooming toward creating historic records. The Kabir Khan film starring Salman, Kareena, Harshaali and Nawazuddin in key roles is running very successfully in cinemas.

Watch the cute video here:

Salman Khan’s ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ is rock steady on sixth day of its release and has collected Rs. 18.06 crores. The film has now made a grand total of Rs. 169.07 crores, almost 2 crores more than what Salman’s last film ‘Kick’ made in week one.

Posted trade analyst Taran Adarsh, “#BajrangiBhaijaan is speeding towards Rs 200 cr mark... Crosses *Week 1* biz of #Kick [Rs 164.09 cr] on Day 6 [Wed]. SALMANIA at its peak!”

He tweeted further, “#BajrangiBhaijaan Fri 27.25 cr, Sat 36.60 cr, Sun 38.75 cr, Mon 27.05 cr, Tue 21.40 cr, Wed 18.02 cr. Total: Rs 169.07 cr. TREMENDOUS!”

With no major film releasing this week apart from Richa Chadda’s ‘Masaan’, ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ is expected to cross the 200 crores mark soon.

We have often seen Salman Khan flaunting his chiselled body and taking on the baddies to help the common man on-screen. However, with 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' minting money at the box office, this time the audience will see Salman Khan's generous side in real life too.
If the reports are to be believed, the superstar would be donating the profits earned from 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' to the poor farmers who are in debt.

BJP Leader Shaina NC posted about the same on her twitter account. She posted, "Pls nte we met to invte political leaders to see d film with a social message and to donate fr farmer suicides. http://t.co/a0LLls5XGd ."

Reports also suggest that Rockline Venkatesh, who co-produced the film along with Salman, may also contribute his share for the donations.

The move is being considered to relieve farmers who are in debt and are committing suicide in order to save themselves from the financial crisis. However, there has been no official announcement regarding the same from Salman Khan yet.

It has been a week since Salman’s Bajrangi Bhaijaan has released, and the Salmania is running wild all around. The film is not a typical potboiler and is actually different from a regular Salman Khan film. Not only fans, but even critics are appreciating BB.

While this Kabir Khan directorial is zooming past every box-office record, we list down for you, eight reasons as to why Bajrangi Bhaijaan is different.

1. It is not a remake.

Yes, after a long time, Salman has featured in a film that isn’t a remake of any South Indian film or inspired-from-the-west film. And that is one of the many reasons it sets itself apart.

2. No larger than life action scenes, flying cars, or extensive maar-dhaar.

The film has been backed by mostly by content so even without larger than life action sequences, the film kept gravity-defying action in check. On the contrary there is only one fight sequence, that too with adequate combat.

3. It shows the side of Salman we really missed. *Sacchi*

Remember Salman from Rajshri films or Baghban? After seeing BB, you’d be reminiscent of that Khan. Simple and endearing! His Being Human side is all over the screen and his maneuvers are cute.

4. Easy emotional connect in terms of story.

The film has an instant emotional connect and an heart-touching story. Unlike other commercial masalas dependent on dialoguebaazi or added commercial elements, this film actually is backed up with a good story.

5. Shows Pakistan in a different light.

There have been many films that Bollywood has churned out which have shown Pakistan in a negative light, but with this Kabir Khan film, the perception has changed. The film highlights harmonious relations between the two neighboring nations and gives us hope of a new kind.

6. Show-stealing act by protagonist-Harshaali

Yes! We feel Harshaali is the protagonist of the film. Without her there would be no BB. Without uttering a word, this cute wonder has walked away with applauses. And when she does speak, she just makes you go ‘aww’. Throughout the film, her adorable antics will make you fall in love with her instantly. She speaks through her eyes and gestures, and her act, masks everyone else’s performance.

7. Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s earnest acting

No words can sum up Nawazuddin’s Chand Nawab. He is just too earnest. The second half belongs to Nawaz. He holds the film together and his quirky one-liners will crack you up. Had it not been for this mega-talented man, there would be no Bhaijaan to our Bajrangi.

8. Never seen before Kashmir

30 percent of the film is shot in Kashmir and it shows the paradise like no other film. Locations are a hit amidst the tourists now, thanks to BB, as the film has showcased the breath-taking scenic beauty on the silver screen in a grand manner.

This EID delight for his fans was one of the best? Agreed?

GIFs: Tumblr, Giphy

The adorable kid from Salman Khan blockbuster Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Harshaali Malhotra, is super-cute and loved by all. Those who love her in Kabir Khan’s film might have seen her on small screen. Did you know much before BB happened Harshaali has done ample of commercials?

The cutesy darling has done quite a few advertisements, both print and electronic before she made her big screen debut. Here are the projects this power-packed young actress has been a part of.

1. Pears Ad

Isn’t she adorable?

2. Fair And Lovely

In the beginning of the advertisement, two kids are seen playing. One of the kids is our Munni.

3. Hyundai Xcent

She has always been so expressive.

4. Odonil

Here she plays Madhuri’s daughter.

5. Sony

Can you stop awwing?

Additionally, she has done commercials for Horlicks, HDFC Bank, jewellery brands, etc. Harshaali is also a part of the serial Laut Aao Trisha.

Cute much?

Salman Khan has become the record-shattering Khan of tinselville. His latest blockbuster Bajrangi Bhaijaan has many records to its name and is one of the highest Bollywood grossers so far. Like all Salman films, hopes are even high for Sooraj Barjatya’s Prem Ratan Dhan Payo.

Ask his co-star Anupam Kher about expectations out of PRDP and he adds, “Bajrangi Bhaijaan agar teen din mein 100 crore kar sakti hai, toh Prem Ratan Dhan Payo to hudang macha degi (If Bajrangi Bhaijaan can collect 100 crore in 3 days then Prem Ratan Dhan Payo will rock even more).” He further added that he liked BB a lot and he even got emotional while watching the film during the special screening.

Salman is returning to Rajshri banner after a really long time. He is playing a double role in the film and will be seen romancing Sonam Kapoor. It also has Neil Nitin Mukesh, Anupam Kher and Swara Bhaskar in pivotal roles.

Little star Harshaali Malhotra had confessed in our interview that she burst into tears when she saw Salman Khan doing action sequences. She had further revealed that director Kabir Khan then decided to shoot Salman’s action scenes separately.

And now the makers of the movie have released a behind the scenes video of Munni which is titled ‘Candid Harshaali’. In the video, the makers have shown how they managed to work with the six year old and how she shot for some of the crucial scenes in the movie.

The best part about the video is how Salman and Kabir Khan cheer up Harshaali after she starts crying when she sees Sallu get beaten up on-screen. Sallu is heard telling Harshaali, ‘Arre yeh toh action hai na beta!’ whereas Kabir explains her that ‘Arre yeh sab aise hi chilla rahe hai. Actors hai aur jaise hi hum cut bolte hai bandh ho jaate hai!’

You have to watch the video to believe us!

It seems Salman Khan literally believes in the saying that records are meant to be broken. The superstar’s latest release ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ is indeed on a record breaking spree. The film opened to highest day one collections on a non-holiday and earned a whopping 150 crores in the opening weekend.

The movie has added another feather to its cap. It earned Rs. 15.55 crores on Thursday and has made a grand total of Rs. 184.62 crores, beating the week 1 total of Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Happy New Year’, which was 157.57 crores and Aamir Khan’s ‘PK’ that made 183.09 crores in its first week.

‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ has also become the third highest grosser of Salman Khan after ‘Kick’ and ‘Ek Tha Tiger’, and will soon become the highest grosser in its second week.

Trade analyst Taran Adarsh confirmed the same and posted, “#BajrangiBhaijaan Fri 27.25 cr, Sat 36.60 cr, Sun 38.75 cr, Mon 27.05 cr, Tue 21.40 cr, Wed 18.02 cr, Thu 15.55 cr. Total: ₹ 184.62 cr. WOW!”

He added, “So far, only one Salman starrer has gone past ₹ 200 cr nett [#Kick]. #BajrangiBhaijaan will be 2nd film to attain the feat. India biz. FAB!”

Directed by Kabir Khan and produced by Eros International, Rockline Venkatesh and Salman Khan Films, 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' also stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Harshaali Malhotra in the lead.

Kareena Kapoor Khan’s last film ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ is creating records of sorts at the box office. And the actress is quite obviously happy with it. At the recently held Mr. India event, the actress was even seen dancing with the contestants to the film’s song.

Our source, who was present at the event, told us that Kareena grooved to the chartbuster ‘Selfie Le Le Re’ with the contestants, who were very happy to share the stage with our Begum!

When asked Bebo, how does she feel now that the film is doing phenomenal business at box office, she says, “I think ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ is a kind of film which is being loved for its story. People are admiring the characters and the story both.”

Well, we quite agree to Kareena!

Directed by Kabir Khan and produced by Eros International, Rockline Venkatesh and Salman Khan Films, 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' released on July 17, 2015. The film also stars Salman Khan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Harshaali Malhotra in the lead.

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has thanked Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and his government for making his latest offering, "Bajrangi Bhaijaan", tax-free in the state.

The 49-year-old actor took to micro-blogging website Twitter on Thursday to thank the Uttar Pradesh government.

"Bajrangi Bhaijaan is tax free in UP. We thank the Govt of Uttar Pradesh. @yadavakhilesh," Salman tweeted.

"Bajrangi Bhaijaan", which entered the Rs.100 crore club in its opening weekend itself, was made tax-free after the movie's director Kabir Khan met the chief Minister with the request.

During the meeting, Akhilesh told Kabir that the state offers immense possibilities for film production owing to which the state government has unveiled an attractive and convenient film policy, which has attracted many filmmakers into shooting in the state.

The state has made many films tax-free in the past. These include "Tevar", "Miss Tanakpur Haazir Ho", "Hamari Adhuri Kahani" and "Masaan".