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<p><br>Salman Khan is set to return to the small screen with one of his most favourite shows, Bigg Boss 19. This year's season has got a political revamp with the theme titled Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar. The Bigg Boss house is going to have an assembly room for the first time, where the contestants will share and discuss their issues. Talking about the theme, Khan shared, “ 'Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar' ka matlab hai power unke haath mein, aur jab power milti hai, toh asli chehre saamne aate hai (‘Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar’ means the power lies in their hands, and when people get power, their true sides will come).&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Bigg Boss 19: Where to watch the grand launch live?</h2><p>The grand event is going to take place today (Aug 24). And fans can't keep calm. The premiere of Bigg Boss will be available to watch on Jio Hotstar and Colors TV. The show will stream at 9 pm on Jio Hotstar, followed by television premiere on Colors TV at 10:30 pm.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/salman-khan-s-bigg-boss-19-check-out-the-confirmed-contestants-list-amaal-mallick-gaurav-khanna-and-more-1756021519233">Salman Khan’s Bigg Boss 19 : Check out the confirmed contestants list; Amaal Mallik, Gaurav Khanna and more</a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="hi" dir="ltr">Bas khatam hua ab aapka intezaar, jaldi dekhne milegi aapko Bigg Boss mein gharwaalon ki sarkaar. 👁️<br><br>Dekhiye <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BiggBoss19?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BiggBoss19</a> ka Grand Premiere, aaj raat 9 baje <a href="https://twitter.com/JioHotstar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JioHotstar</a> aur 10:30 baje <a href="https://twitter.com/ColorsTV?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ColorsTV</a> par.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BiggBoss?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BiggBoss</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BB19?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BB19</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BiggBoss19?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BiggBoss19</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BeingSalmanKhan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BeingSalmanKhan</a> <a href="https://t.co/Rbz5nOnWa4">pic.twitter.com/Rbz5nOnWa4</a></p>&mdash; Bigg Boss (@BiggBoss) <a href="https://twitter.com/BiggBoss/status/1959503439991566415?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 24, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Who are the contestants? Amaal Malik and Gaurav Khanna might be the ones!&nbsp;</h2><p>Like every year, the list of contestants will be a secret until Salman reveals it. But the makers have given hints with the teaser and promos. If reports are to be believed, the contestants that are set to enter the house to win the cash prize are: Gaurav Khanna, Nagma Mirajkar, Kunickaa Sadanand, Ashnoor Kaur, Amaal Malik, Awez Darbar, Tanya Mittal, Zeishan Quadri, and Natalia Stankoszek, among others.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:&nbsp; </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/amaal-mallik-to-enter-bigg-boss-19-his-battle-with-clinical-depression-family-rift-and-more-1755969483482"><strong>Amaal Mallik in Bigg Boss 19: His battle with clinical depression &amp; family rift</strong></a></p><h2>Bigg Boss 19: Common questions</h2><p><strong>Q. When does Bigg Boss 19 start?</strong><br>A. Bigg Boss 19 will premiere on Aug 24, 2025.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Q. Who are the contestants of Bigg Boss 1</strong>9?<br>A. The official contestant list for Bigg Boss 19 will be revealed by Salman Khan during the grand premiere.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Q. Where can I watch Bigg Boss 19</strong>?<br>A. Bigg Boss 19 will stream on JioCinema and will also be available to watch on Colors TV.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Q. What is the theme of Bigg Boss 19?</strong><br>A. The theme of this year is 'Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar'.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Salman Khan and Bigg Boss 19 are back to entertain billions of Indians with a daily dose of fights, interesting games, and, of course, politics. The reality show is set to premiere on Sunday, Aug 24.

Salman Khan is set to return to the small screen with one of his most favourite shows, Bigg Boss 19. This year's season has got a political revamp with the theme titled Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar. The Bigg Boss house is going to have an assembly room for the first time, where the contestants will share and discuss their issues. Talking about the theme, Khan shared, “ 'Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar' ka matlab hai power unke haath mein, aur jab power milti hai, toh asli chehre saamne aate hai (‘Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar’ means the power lies in their hands, and when people get power, their true sides will come). Bigg Boss 19: Where to watch the grand launch live? The grand event is going to take place today (Aug 24). And fans can't keep calm. The premiere of Bigg Boss will be available to watch on Jio Hotstar and Colors TV. The show will stream at 9 pm on Jio Hotstar, followed by television premiere on Colors TV at 10:30 pm. Also read: Salman Khan’s Bigg Boss 19 : Check out the confirmed contestants list; Amaal Mallik, Gaurav Khanna and more

<p>Salman Khan and Bigg Boss 19 are back to entertain billions of Indians with a daily dose of fights, interesting games, and, of course, politics. The reality show is set to premiere on Sunday, Aug 24.</p>

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<p>What’s the confusion? On Sat (Aug 23), superstar Rajinikanth’s fanbase in Malaysia was alerted about a fake Meet and Greet Thalaivar contest being promoted by a Kuala Lumpur–based company. Hours later, however, Rajinikanth’s team clarified that the event is indeed valid. So, what exactly is the truth? Let’s find out</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Rajinikanth's team calls the Meet and Greet Thalaivar contest FAKE.</h2><p>On Saturday afternoon, Rajinikanth’s publicist Riaz Ahmed issued a warning to fans about the Meet and Greet Thalaivar contest linked to the superstar’s latest release Coolie. In a post shared on X, Ahmed posted a contest poster and urged fans not to participate in what he described as a “misleading activity.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/amaal-mallik-to-enter-bigg-boss-19-his-battle-with-clinical-depression-family-rift-and-more-1755969483482">Amaal Mallik in Bigg Boss 19: His battle with clinical depression &amp; family rift</a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Dear All,<br><br>We would like to clarify that the “Meet &amp; Greet Thalaivar” contest that is currently being promoted by Malik Streams in Malaysia is completely unauthorised, fake, and has been announced without obtaining any prior permission from Thalaivar. <br><br>We strongly advise fans… <a href="https://t.co/DILUCrh34c">pic.twitter.com/DILUCrh34c</a></p>&mdash; RIAZ K AHMED (@RIAZtheboss) <a href="https://twitter.com/RIAZtheboss/status/1959152426378043427?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>''Dear All, we would like to clarify that the “Meet &amp; Greet Thalaivar” contest that is currently being promoted by Malik Streams in Malaysia is completely unauthorised, fake, and has been announced without obtaining any prior permission from Thalaivar.&nbsp;<br>We strongly advise fans and the public not to participate in or engage in this misleading activity. We request your kind cooperation in spreading this clarification to ensure that fans are not misled.''</p><h2>Malik Stream on tarnishing reputation, threatens legal action</h2><p>Soon after Ahmed's statement, Malik Stream, which was the organiser of the event, shared a statement, saying that legal actions would be issued for the damaging statement.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/coolie-box-office-rajinikanth-film-tops-2025-tamil-releases-despite-drop-in-earnings-1755695934863"><strong>Coolie box office: Rajinikanth film tops 2025 Tamil releases despite drop</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“At Malik Streams, we take this matter very seriously. This is not our first time organising contests or events, and our track record speaks for itself," Malik Streams said in a statement.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Any attempt to mislead the public with false information regarding our marketing procedures, or to unnecessarily tarnish reputations, will not be taken lightly. Accordingly, legal action will be issued against those responsible for spreading such misleading and damaging statements," they added.</p>

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<p>The contest that we are talking about was announced a few days earlier on Instagram. The announcement post reads,“COOLIE WATCH &amp; WIN CONTEST. The chance of a lifetime: Meet &amp; Greet with Superstar Rajinikanth awaits! All you have to do is: Purchase Coolie movie tickets, Post them on your Instagram feed (public account), Use #COOLIEWW2025."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The post of the contest reads, “Only the Top 3 highest purchasers will win this golden opportunity."</p>

<h2>Rajinikanth Meet and Greet Contest is valid</h2><p>Hours after alerting fans about the event, Ahmed again shared the post, clarifying that the contest is valid, citing miscommunication.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Clarification Statement!<br><br>Due to an earlier miscommunication, there was some confusion regarding the Coolie Meet &amp; Greet Thalaivar contest by Malik Streams.<br><br>We now confirm that the contest is valid, organised with the required details, and open for participation. <br><br>We thank all… <a href="https://t.co/aCNtlNYwyZ">https://t.co/aCNtlNYwyZ</a></p>&mdash; RIAZ K AHMED (@RIAZtheboss) <a href="https://twitter.com/RIAZtheboss/status/1959281550492872826?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>''Clarification Statement! Due to an earlier miscommunication, there was some confusion regarding the Coolie Meet &amp; Greet Thalaivar contest by Malik Streams. We now confirm that the contest is valid, organised with the required details, and open for participation. We thank all fans for their understanding and unwavering support,'' the statement reads.</p><h2>More about Coolie</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the movie starring Rajinikanth was released on August 14. The movie is performing outstandingly at the theatres from day 1. Globally, the movie has surpassed the Rs 400 crore (Rs 4 billion) mark.</p><p>Apart from Rajinikanth, the movie stars Nagarjuna, Upendra, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Reba Monica John and Junior MGR.</p>

Rajinikanth’s team has reacted to the Coolie 'meet and greet' contest. Is the event fake or valid? Here's the entire breakdown of the confusion. 

What’s the confusion? On Sat (Aug 23), superstar Rajinikanth’s fanbase in Malaysia was alerted about a fake Meet and Greet Thalaivar contest being promoted by a Kuala Lumpur–based company. Hours later, however, Rajinikanth’s team clarified that the event is indeed valid. So, what exactly is the truth? Let’s find out Rajinikanth's team calls the Meet and Greet Thalaivar contest FAKE. On Saturday afternoon, Rajinikanth’s publicist Riaz Ahmed issued a warning to fans about the Meet and Greet Thalaivar contest linked to the superstar’s latest release Coolie. In a post shared on X, Ahmed posted a contest poster and urged fans not to participate in what he described as a “misleading activity.” Also read: Amaal Mallik in Bigg Boss 19: His battle with clinical depression & family rift

<p>Rajinikanth’s team has reacted to the Coolie 'meet and greet' contest. Is the event fake or valid? Here's the entire breakdown of the confusion.&nbsp;</p>

Fake or valid? Rajinikanth’s team clears air on Coolie 'meet and greet' contest

<p>Janhvi Kapoor is playing the role of a typical South Indian girl in her upcoming movie Param Sundari. The actress is currently busy promoting the film, but ever since the trailer was released, a section of the internet has criticised her casting as a Malayali character. Her performance and accent in the trailer have led many people from Kerala, including actress and content creators, to slam her portrayal.</p><h2>Janhvi Kapoor on backlash over her Param Sundari casting</h2><p>In the film, Janhvi plays Sundari, a South Indian girl living in Kerala. After the backlash, she responded by clarifying that her character is “half-Tamilian, half-Malayali.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/amaal-mallik-to-enter-bigg-boss-19-his-battle-with-clinical-depression-family-rift-and-more-1755969483482">Amaal Mallik to enter Bigg Boss 19? His battle with clinical depression, family rift, and more</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking to ET Digital, Janhvi, who has South Indian roots through her late mother, the legendary actress Sridevi, a Tamilian, also shared her admiration for her South Indian heritage. Amid recent talks around her character in the movie, Kapoor said,“Finally, here was a story that had all of that, but also gave me the chance to go towards my roots,”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Expressing her love for Malayalam cinema, Janhvi added, “Of course, I’m not a Malayali, and neither was my mother, but my character is actually half-Tamilian and half-Malayali. I’ve always been very interested in that terrain and that culture, and I’m also a huge fan of Malayalam cinema.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/bigg-boss-season-19-premiere-timing-theme-and-when-and-where-to-watch-salman-khan-hosted-show-1755945544932"><strong>Bigg Boss Season 19: When and where to watch Salman Khan-hosted show</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During the discussion, the actress also shared what drew her to the movie, explaining that she was eager to do a romantic comedy.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I was at a point in my life where I myself, more than an actor, but as a member of the audience, was dying for just a rom-com. A light-hearted romantic movie where you have a smile on your face the entire time you are watching. Here was a story that gave me the chance to go towards my roots,” she said.</p><h2>Backlash on Janhvi's performance</h2><p>The film has faced criticism from several quarters, with many viewers calling Janhvi’s performance in the trailer disrespectful toward the Malayali community. Actress Pavithra Menon also reacted to the controversy, questioning the casting choice and criticising Janhvi’s accent in the film.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a video, Menon said,"I want to really address this- What's the problem in hiring a proper Malayali actress? Ham kam talented hote hain kya? (Are we less talented)."</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Produced by Dinesh Vijan and directed by Tushar Jalota, Param Sundari is set to hit theatres on August 29. The movie is a complex love story of a Delhi boy, Param (played by Sidharth Malhotra), and a traditional Kerala girl, Sundari (played by Janhvi Kapoor). 

Janhvi Kapoor is playing the role of a typical South Indian girl in her upcoming movie Param Sundari. The actress is currently busy promoting the film, but ever since the trailer was released, a section of the internet has criticised her casting as a Malayali character. Her performance and accent in the trailer have led many people from Kerala, including actress and content creators, to slam her portrayal. Janhvi Kapoor on backlash over her Param Sundari casting In the film, Janhvi plays Sundari, a South Indian girl living in Kerala. After the backlash, she responded by clarifying that her character is “half-Tamilian, half-Malayali.” Also read: Amaal Mallik to enter Bigg Boss 19? His battle with clinical depression, family rift, and more Speaking to ET Digital, Janhvi, who has South Indian roots through her late mother, the legendary actress Sridevi, a Tamilian, also shared her admiration for her South Indian heritage. Amid recent talks around her character in the movie, Kapoor said,“Finally, here was a story that had all of that, but also gave me the chance to go towards my roots,” Expressing her love for Malayalam cinema, Janhvi added, “Of course, I’m not a Malayali, and neither was my mother, but my character is actually half-Tamilian and half-Malayali. I’ve always been very interested in that terrain and that culture, and I’m also a huge fan of Malayalam cinema.” Also read: Bigg Boss Season 19: When and where to watch Salman Khan-hosted show During the discussion, the actress also shared what drew her to the movie, explaining that she was eager to do a romantic comedy. “I was at a point in my life where I myself, more than an actor, but as a member of the audience, was dying for just a rom-com. A light-hearted romantic movie where you have a smile on your face the entire time you are watching. Here was a story that gave me the chance to go towards my roots,” she said. Backlash on Janhvi's performance The film has faced criticism from several quarters, with many viewers calling Janhvi’s performance in the trailer disrespectful toward the Malayali community. Actress Pavithra Menon also reacted to the controversy, questioning the casting choice and criticising Janhvi’s accent in the film. In a video, Menon said,"I want to really address this- What's the problem in hiring a proper Malayali actress? Ham kam talented hote hain kya? (Are we less talented)."

<p>Produced by Dinesh Vijan and directed by Tushar Jalota, Param Sundari is set to hit theatres on August 29. The movie is a complex love story of a Delhi boy, Param (played by Sidharth Malhotra), and a traditional Kerala girl, Sundari (played by Janhvi Kapoor).&nbsp;</p>

Janhvi Kapoor on backlash over her Param Sundari casting, says character is, ‘half-Tamilian and half-Malayali'

<p><br>Amaal Mallik, composer and singer, is one of the probable contestants in Salman Khan-hosted Bigg Boss 19. The music composer is reportedly set to enter the house on Aug 24. While nothing has been confirmed yet, fans will have to wait until Sunday, 9 pm for the official reveal. Mallik is one of the most popular composers in the Indian music industry and is the talent behind hit songs such as ‘’Soch Na Sake'', ‘’Gazab Ka Hai Yeh Din,'' ‘’Sooraj Dooba Hain'', among others. He officially debuted as a composer with Salman Khan's film Jai Ho.</p><h2>Amaal Mallik set to enter the Bigg Boss house?</h2><p>The countdown for the show has already begun, and in a recently released teaser, a man is seen performing the song ‘’Kaun Tujhe Yun Pyar Karega'' from MS Dhoni – The Untold Story. The song was originally sung by Amaal's brother, Armaan Malik.</p><p>The teaser clip, shared on JioCinema, was captioned,''Apne sur se dil jeetne wala aa raha hai ab apni sarkaar banana. Dekhiye #BiggBoss19, 24th August se, raat 9 baje sirf #JioHotstar par aur raat 10:30 baje @colorstv par.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="">Bigg Boss 19 contestant: Why do netizens think he’s copying Sidharth Shukla?</a></p>

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<p>While the contestant’s identity was kept hidden, speculation is strong that it is Amaal. Adding fuel to the rumours, Amaal’s father, composer Daboo Malik, dropped a “folded hands” emoji in the comment section, hinting that his son might indeed be entering the Bigg Boss house.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>&nbsp;Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bigg-boss-season-19-how-much-salman-khan-is-paid-in-crores-for-this-season-1755953881523">Bigg Boss season 19: How much Salman Khan is paid in crores for THIS season</a></p><h2>Who is Amaal Mallik?</h2><p>Born on June 16, 1990, in Mumbai, Amaal comes from a family of musicians. He is the son of music director and composer Daboo Malik and singer Jyothi Malik. His grandfather was the veteran composer Sardar Malik, and he is the nephew of legendary music director Anu Malik. Amaal’s younger brother, &nbsp;Armaan Malik, &nbsp;is also a renowned playback singer.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Amaal Mallik on clinical depression and strained family ties</h2><p>In March 2025, Amaal shocked everyone when he publicly revealed that he was battling clinical depression and announced that he was cutting personal ties with his family. In a detailed Instagram post, the composer opened up about his strained relationship with his brother, singer Armaan Malik, and held his parents responsible for the rift.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the now-deleted post, Amaal wrote, “I've reached a point where I can no longer keep silent about the pain I've endured. For years, I've been made to feel like I am less despite spending days &amp; nights toiling away to make a safe life for my people. Cancelled every dream of mine to only find myself being spoken down to and questioning what I've ever done.”</p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><p>“What really matters is that I am clinically depressed because of these happenings. Yes, I have only myself to blame for my actions but my self-worth has been diminished countless times by actions of near and dear ones that stole pieces of my soul," he wrote.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Concluding the post, Amaal wrote,''With a heavy heart, I announce that I'm stepping away from these personal ties. From now on, my interactions with my family will be strictly professional. This isn't a decision made in anger, but one born from the necessity to heal and reclaim my life. I refuse to let the past rob me of my future any longer. I'm committed to rebuilding my life, piece by piece, with honesty and strength.”&nbsp;</p>

Amaal Mallik is a well-known music composer of Indian music industry. He made his debut as a music composer with the Salman Khan-starrer Jai Ho. The other film in which he has composed music are: Khoobsurat, Roy and MS Dhoni: The Untold Story. 

Amaal Mallik, composer and singer, is one of the probable contestants in Salman Khan-hosted Bigg Boss 19. The music composer is reportedly set to enter the house on Aug 24. While nothing has been confirmed yet, fans will have to wait until Sunday, 9 pm for the official reveal. Mallik is one of the most popular composers in the Indian music industry and is the talent behind hit songs such as ‘’Soch Na Sake'', ‘’Gazab Ka Hai Yeh Din,'' ‘’Sooraj Dooba Hain'', among others. He officially debuted as a composer with Salman Khan's film Jai Ho. Amaal Mallik set to enter the Bigg Boss house? The countdown for the show has already begun, and in a recently released teaser, a man is seen performing the song ‘’Kaun Tujhe Yun Pyar Karega'' from MS Dhoni – The Untold Story. The song was originally sung by Amaal's brother, Armaan Malik. The teaser clip, shared on JioCinema, was captioned,''Apne sur se dil jeetne wala aa raha hai ab apni sarkaar banana. Dekhiye #BiggBoss19, 24th August se, raat 9 baje sirf #JioHotstar par aur raat 10:30 baje @colorstv par.'' Also read: Bigg Boss 19 contestant: Why do netizens think he’s copying Sidharth Shukla?

<p>Amaal Mallik is a well-known music composer of Indian music industry. He made his debut as a music composer with the Salman Khan-starrer Jai Ho. The other film in which he has composed music are: Khoobsurat, Roy and MS Dhoni: The Untold Story.&nbsp;</p>

Amaal Mallik to enter Bigg Boss 19? His battle with clinical depression, family rift, and more

<p>The countdown for Bigg Boss season 19 has begun, and the teaser for the grand premiere has started. While the contestants have been kept a secret and will only be revealed by host and superstar Salman Khan, as per multiple reports, a few of the contestants’ names have already been revealed by inside sources and will be the probable entries in the house. On Saturday (Aug 23), a teaser was released, giving a hint to the audience about the release. Without revealing the faces, snippets from the contestants’ performances were shown. And if all the guesses are correct, the man behind the blurred face is Gaurav Khanna.</p><h2>Bigg Boss season 19 new teaser: Who is this contestant?</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The newly released teaser shows a man wearing a blingy blue jacket, dancing on the Bigg Boss stage. The teaser was shared with a hint in the caption, reading, “audience ka favorite beta.” Soon after the teaser was dropped, netizens were convinced that the man behind the blurred face was none other than Gaurav , a well-known television actor.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bigg-boss-season-19-how-much-salman-khan-is-paid-in-crores-for-this-season-1755953881523">Bigg Boss season 19: How much Salman Khan is paid in crores for THIS season</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The caption of the clip reads,''Audience ka favorite beta is here to rule! When there is so much fun in Jhalak, the whole picture will be shocked 🔥 Watch #BiggBoss19, from 24th August, 9 pm only on #JioHotstar and 10:30 pm on @colorstv.''</p>

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<p>In the 25-second clip, the actor, supposedly Gaurav, is dancing to the song “Naa Jaane Kahan Se Aaya Hai.” This is the same song in which Bigg Boss 13 winner Sidharth Shukla made his entry. This led many to think that Khanna might have used this song as a hint that he's here to win.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/bigg-boss-season-19-premiere-timing-theme-and-when-and-where-to-watch-salman-khan-hosted-show-1755945544932">Bigg Boss season 19: Premiere timing, theme, and when and where to watch Salman Khan-hosted show</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While some fans missed and remembered the late actor, others were quick to debate that Gaurav is trying to imitate Sidharth.</p><p>One user wrote,''This was Siddharth's reveal song performance too in big boss 13😢❤️''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Another user wrote, ''After seeing this entry,I instantly remembered Sidharth Shukla ❣️☺''</p><h2>Who is Gaurav Khanna?</h2><p>Gaurav Khanna is a well-known Indian television actor and has been part of several popular television shows, including Anupamaa. In 2025, he participated in the first season of Celebrity MasterChef India and emerged as the winner.</p>

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<h2>Bigg Boss 19: When and where to watch</h2><p>Bigg Boss 19 will premiere on Aug 24, and this year's theme is “Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar.” The show will be available to watch on JioCinema and Colors TV.&nbsp;</p>

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The countdown for Bigg Boss season 19 has begun, and the teaser for the grand premiere has started. While the contestants have been kept a secret and will only be revealed by host and superstar Salman Khan, as per multiple reports, a few of the contestants’ names have already been revealed by inside sources and will be the probable entries in the house. On Saturday (Aug 23), a teaser was released, giving a hint to the audience about the release. Without revealing the faces, snippets from the contestants’ performances were shown. And if all the guesses are correct, the man behind the blurred face is Gaurav Khanna. Bigg Boss season 19 new teaser: Who is this contestant? The newly released teaser shows a man wearing a blingy blue jacket, dancing on the Bigg Boss stage. The teaser was shared with a hint in the caption, reading, “audience ka favorite beta.” Soon after the teaser was dropped, netizens were convinced that the man behind the blurred face was none other than Gaurav , a well-known television actor. Also read: Bigg Boss season 19: How much Salman Khan is paid in crores for THIS season The caption of the clip reads,''Audience ka favorite beta is here to rule! When there is so much fun in Jhalak, the whole picture will be shocked 🔥 Watch #BiggBoss19, from 24th August, 9 pm only on #JioHotstar and 10:30 pm on @colorstv.''

<p>Bigg Boss 19 is set to begin, and the recent teaser has sparked a debate online. The video shows a man, whose identity has been hidden, dancing to late Sidharth Shukla's entry song on the Bigg Boss stage</p>

<p>Actor Swara Bhasker has again found herself in hot water over her comments. This time, the actor triggered controversy over her comment on the Samajwadi Party, specifically Lok Sabha MP Dimple Yadav. Bhasker came under the radar of trolls when she shared that she had a girl crush on Dimple, the wife of politician and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav. She also shared her thoughts on bisexuality and how heterosexuality is the ideology imposed on humans for years. However, now the actress has reacted to all the trolls, calling it “stupid.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Now, in an exclusive chat with India Today, the actor has clarified her remarks over her viral statement on Yadav and bisexuality.</p><p>“It's so stupid. Like, I don't understand [what led to the virality]. If someone watches the clip, they will know what I was talking about. There was nothing wrong. It's such a light-hearted banter kind of interview. I am basically talking about, that I am up for a bisexual thing,” she said.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/swara-bhasker-reacts-to-backlash-on-her-bisexual-comment-updates-her-bio-on-x-1755839705562">Swara Bhasker reacts to backlash on her ‘bisexual comment’, updates her bio on X</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a candid conversation, the Raanjhanaa actor opened up about his admiration for Dimple, describing her as a very beautiful and graceful woman. Clarifying his thoughts, she said, "I am thinking theoretically, not practically. I mean, I am married and I have a child, so I don't understand what the confusion is. And as far as Dimple-ji goes, I very openly admire her," she said.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She said, ‘’I think she is an inspiration for a lot of people. She is a politician's wife, and she's conducted herself with so much grace and dignity over the years. So there's a lot for me to learn. I put that (girl crush advocate) on my X account as I think women should admire each other, praise each other in public. I don't understand why there's anything wrong with that," the actor added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The actress had reacted to the controversy earlier by changing her bio on X, which was a direct dig at the criticism.</p><p>She changed her bio on X, which reads, “Girl crush advocate. Part-time actor, full-time Twitter pest. Chaos Queen. Shopping my way through the apocalypse. Free Palestine.''</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Thought it’s time to change the bio 🤭🤭 <a href="https://t.co/iFzTt1M0QA">pic.twitter.com/iFzTt1M0QA</a></p>&mdash; Swara Bhasker (@ReallySwara) <a href="https://twitter.com/ReallySwara/status/1958685685788926323?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What is the bisexual controversy about?</h2><p>Swara, who is known for her bold statements, found herself in the middle of the controversy after she said that “all humans are fundamentally bisexual.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During an interview with Screen, the actress, who was accompanied by her husband and politician Fahad Ahmad, said that heterosexuality is an ideology. "We are all bisexual. If you leave people to themselves, we are bisexual, but heterosexuality is an ideology that has been (put in on us) culturally for thousands of years. Because that is how the human race will perpetuate, so it has to be the norm," Swara said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>When asked about her crush, Swara took the name of Dimple Yadav. This led to a massive backlash on social media.</p><p>Meanwhile, Swara is happily married to Fahad, and the two are parents to a daughter named Raabiyaa</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Swara Bhasker has found herself in the midst of controversy over her comment on bisexuality and having a crush on politician Dimple Yadav. The actress has now reacted to the backlash, here's what she has said. 

Actor Swara Bhasker has again found herself in hot water over her comments. This time, the actor triggered controversy over her comment on the Samajwadi Party, specifically Lok Sabha MP Dimple Yadav. Bhasker came under the radar of trolls when she shared that she had a girl crush on Dimple, the wife of politician and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav. She also shared her thoughts on bisexuality and how heterosexuality is the ideology imposed on humans for years. However, now the actress has reacted to all the trolls, calling it “stupid.” Now, in an exclusive chat with India Today, the actor has clarified her remarks over her viral statement on Yadav and bisexuality. “It's so stupid. Like, I don't understand [what led to the virality]. If someone watches the clip, they will know what I was talking about. There was nothing wrong. It's such a light-hearted banter kind of interview. I am basically talking about, that I am up for a bisexual thing,” she said. Also read: Swara Bhasker reacts to backlash on her ‘bisexual comment’, updates her bio on X In a candid conversation, the Raanjhanaa actor opened up about his admiration for Dimple, describing her as a very beautiful and graceful woman. Clarifying his thoughts, she said, "I am thinking theoretically, not practically. I mean, I am married and I have a child, so I don't understand what the confusion is. And as far as Dimple-ji goes, I very openly admire her," she said. She said, ‘’I think she is an inspiration for a lot of people. She is a politician's wife, and she's conducted herself with so much grace and dignity over the years. So there's a lot for me to learn. I put that (girl crush advocate) on my X account as I think women should admire each other, praise each other in public. I don't understand why there's anything wrong with that," the actor added. The actress had reacted to the controversy earlier by changing her bio on X, which was a direct dig at the criticism. She changed her bio on X, which reads, “Girl crush advocate. Part-time actor, full-time Twitter pest. Chaos Queen. Shopping my way through the apocalypse. Free Palestine.''

<p>Swara Bhasker has found herself in the midst of controversy over her comment on bisexuality and having a crush on politician Dimple Yadav. The actress has now reacted to the backlash. Here's what she has said.&nbsp;</p>

Swara Bhasker reacts to backlash on ‘bisexual comment’ and crush remark on Dimple Yadav: 'It's so stupid'

<p>Bigg Boss 19 is just around the corner, and the fans couldn’t keep calm. The new season will return with new contestants, theme, and new challenges. But one thing that remains the same is the host, Salman Khan. If reports are to be believed, this year the reality show will have 17 contestants. Season 19 is set for a grand launch on Sunday, Aug 24. As the fans wait for the beginning of the new Bigg Boss season, here we have brought every detail that you should know.</p><h2>When and where to watch Bigg Boss 19</h2><p>That time of the year is back when the audience will stick to the screen to witness the contestants fight for the big cash prize. The season will be available to watch across platforms to cater to both digital and television audiences.</p><p>The episodes will be available for streaming at 9:00 pm IST on Jio Hotstar. The same episode will air on Colors TV at 10:30 PM IST. Jio Hotstar subscribers have 24/7 access to the Bigg Boss house and can watch the show from wherever they want.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="hi" dir="ltr">Iss baar Bigg Boss ke ghar ka drama hoga - Democrazy! Iss naye twist ke liye kya aap hai taiyaar? <br>Dekhiye <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BiggBoss19?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BiggBoss19</a>, 24th August se, sirf <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/JioHotstar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JioHotstar</a> aur <a href="https://twitter.com/ColorsTV?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ColorsTV</a> par.<a href="https://twitter.com/danubeprop?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@danubeprop</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Vaseline?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Vaseline</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CitroenIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CitroenIndia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BiggBossOnJioHotstar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BiggBossOnJioHotstar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BB19OnJioHotstar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BB19OnJioHotstar</a> <a href="https://t.co/M0gQJXsKpZ">pic.twitter.com/M0gQJXsKpZ</a></p>&mdash; Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) <a href="https://twitter.com/BeingSalmanKhan/status/1954052522370572457?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/after-mike-tyson-wwe-legend-undertaker-likely-to-join-salman-khan-s-big-boss-19-report-1755839206630">After Mike Tyson, WWE legend Undertaker likely to join Big Boss 19 - Report</a></p><h2>What is the theme of Bigg Boss season 19?</h2><p>Khan is returning to host with his signature swag and style. In the teaser release, the actor has revealed that this time politics is going to be the highlight of the house with theme, "Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar." The political theme hints that the housemates might be divided into the ruling party and opposition, making the fight in the house more interesting.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="hi" dir="ltr">Laut aaya hoon main leke Bigg Boss ka naya season!<br>Aur iss baar chalegi - Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar👑<br><br>Dekhiye <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BiggBoss19?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BiggBoss19</a>, 24 August se, sirf <a href="https://twitter.com/JioHotstar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JioHotstar</a> aur <a href="https://twitter.com/ColorsTV?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ColorsTV</a> par. <a href="https://t.co/Q8quLbtEvX">pic.twitter.com/Q8quLbtEvX</a></p>&mdash; Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) <a href="https://twitter.com/BeingSalmanKhan/status/1950914465047683528?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 31, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Inside Bigg Boss season 19 house</h2><p>Built in Film City, Mumbai, the Bigg Boss house is grand like many of the previous seasons, with a grand hall, a luxury bedroom, and a kitchen, which will be the hotspot for gossip.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bigg-boss-season-19-media-set-visit-called-off-due-to-mumbai-rains-will-the-show-premiere-on-sunday-1755669610508">Bigg Boss Season 19: Media set visit called off due to Mumbai rains; will the show premiere on Sunday?</a></p>

<p>Designed by renowned art director Omung Kumar and production designer Vanita Garud, the house is made according to this year's theme with wooden structures, colourful patterns, and tree and brand-style structures throughout the house. This year, there will also be an assembly room, where players can discuss their issues or have any important discussions.&nbsp;</p><h2>Bigg Boss 19 contestant list</h2><p>Bigg Boss 19 will have 17 contestants from across the country, and even the world, if reports are to be believed. While the participants' names have been kept a secret, like every year, several reports suggest that some of the celebrities entering the house this year are: singer and composer Amaal Malik, Bhojpuri actor Neelam Giri, Zeeshan Quadri, Payal Dhare, social media influencers Awez Darbar, and Nagma Mirajkar, among others.</p>

Salman Khan is back to host another thrilling season of Bigg Boss 19. The new season premieres on Aug 24! Know about the theme, “Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar,”  first look of the house, contestants, and how to watch the episodes online. 

Bigg Boss 19 is just around the corner, and the fans couldn’t keep calm. The new season will return with new contestants, theme, and new challenges. But one thing that remains the same is the host, Salman Khan. If reports are to be believed, this year the reality show will have 17 contestants. Season 19 is set for a grand launch on Sunday, Aug 24. As the fans wait for the beginning of the new Bigg Boss season, here we have brought every detail that you should know. When and where to watch Bigg Boss 19 That time of the year is back when the audience will stick to the screen to witness the contestants fight for the big cash prize. The season will be available to watch across platforms to cater to both digital and television audiences. The episodes will be available for streaming at 9:00 pm IST on Jio Hotstar. The same episode will air on Colors TV at 10:30 PM IST. Jio Hotstar subscribers have 24/7 access to the Bigg Boss house and can watch the show from wherever they want.

<p>Salman Khan is back to host another thrilling season of Bigg Boss 19. The new season premieres on Aug 24! Know about the theme, “Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar,” &nbsp;first look of the house, contestants, and how to watch the episodes online.&nbsp;</p>

Bigg Boss season 19:  Premiere timing, theme, and when and where to watch Salman Khan-hosted show

<p><i>Parineeta</i>, starring Vidya Balan in the lead role, which was released in cinemas in 2002, is still loved by many for the performances by the cast and the plot line. Produced by Vinod Chopra, Vidya Balan catapulted to stardom with the success of the film, reminisced about the film and the experience of working in it.</p><h2>Vidya Balan about her experience of working in Parineeta</h2><p>In an interaction with <i>PTI</i>, Vidya Balan revealed, "Dada was the foundation of everything I learned in my early years. His attention to detail was unmatched. He could do a hundred takes, not just for performances, but even to get pigeons flying at the right moment or leaves falling outside the window at exactly the right time. He believed there was rhythm in everything".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-bads-of-bollywood-where-have-you-seen-the-show-s-leading-lady-sahher-bamba-before-1755883409867"><strong>The Ba***ds of Bollywood: Where have you seen Sahher Bamba before?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Vidya revealed how she had to do several retakes for one particular scene. She stated, "Once I did 28 takes just to get a teardrop timed perfectly to a line in a song. That was the kind of precision he demanded.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/govinda-s-team-on-divorce-rumours-with-wife-sunita-ahuja-everything-is-being-settled-1755935634651"><strong>Govinda’s team on divorce rumours with wife Sunita Ahuja: 'Everything is being settled'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"His guidance taught me to observe, to absorb, and to respect every detail in the craft. Even my hair stylist, Shalaka, who's been with me for 20 years, learned from Dada the importance of balance and detailing. That was his gift to all of us".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/fawad-khan-vaani-kapoor-s-abir-gulaal-skips-india-set-for-global-release-on-this-date-1755920202039"><strong>Fawad Khan-Vaani Kapoor's Abir Gulaal set for global release on this date</strong></a></p><h2>Parineeta re-release in theatres</h2><p>Marking 20 years of <i>Parineeta </i>and commemorating Vidya Balan's remarkable journey in Indian cinema and 50 glorious years of Vinod Chopra Films, the film will have an all-India re-release in select theatres on August 29 for a week.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/govinda-looks-unfazed-in-his-first-appearance-since-news-of-divorce-with-sunita-ahuja-blows-kisses-at-the-media-1755916388373"><strong>Govinda looks unfazed in his first appearance since news of divorce with Sunita</strong></a></p><p><br>Filmed across Kolkata's beautiful locales, the stellar cast of <i>Parineeta </i>includes Saif Ali Khan, Vidya Balan, and Sanjay Dutt, among others. For the unversed, <i>Parineeta </i>has bagged several accolades, including National and Filmfare awards for soundtrack, storytelling, and performances by the cast.&nbsp;</p>

Actress  Vidya Balan opened up about her experience of working on the film Parineeta. Helmed by Pradeep Sarkar, it also starred Saif Ali Khan, Sanjay Dutt, and Dia Mirza among others. 

Parineeta, starring Vidya Balan in the lead role, which was released in cinemas in 2002, is still loved by many for the performances by the cast and the plot line. Produced by Vinod Chopra, Vidya Balan catapulted to stardom with the success of the film, reminisced about the film and the experience of working in it. Vidya Balan about her experience of working in Parineeta In an interaction with PTI, Vidya Balan revealed, "Dada was the foundation of everything I learned in my early years. His attention to detail was unmatched. He could do a hundred takes, not just for performances, but even to get pigeons flying at the right moment or leaves falling outside the window at exactly the right time. He believed there was rhythm in everything". Also Read: The Ba***ds of Bollywood: Where have you seen Sahher Bamba before? Vidya revealed how she had to do several retakes for one particular scene. She stated, "Once I did 28 takes just to get a teardrop timed perfectly to a line in a song. That was the kind of precision he demanded. Also Read: Govinda’s team on divorce rumours with wife Sunita Ahuja: 'Everything is being settled' "His guidance taught me to observe, to absorb, and to respect every detail in the craft. Even my hair stylist, Shalaka, who's been with me for 20 years, learned from Dada the importance of balance and detailing. That was his gift to all of us". Also Read: Fawad Khan-Vaani Kapoor's Abir Gulaal set for global release on this date Parineeta re-release in theatres Marking 20 years of Parineeta and commemorating Vidya Balan's remarkable journey in Indian cinema and 50 glorious years of Vinod Chopra Films, the film will have an all-India re-release in select theatres on August 29 for a week. Also Read: Govinda looks unfazed in his first appearance since news of divorce with Sunita Filmed across Kolkata's beautiful locales, the stellar cast of Parineeta includes Saif Ali Khan, Vidya Balan, and Sanjay Dutt, among others. For the unversed, Parineeta has bagged several accolades, including National and Filmfare awards for soundtrack, storytelling, and performances by the cast.

<p>Actress &nbsp;Vidya Balan opened up about her experience of working on the film Parineeta. Helmed by Pradeep Sarkar, it also starred Saif Ali Khan, Sanjay Dutt, and Dia Mirza among others.&nbsp;</p>

DYK Vidya Balan had to take THESE many takes for single scene in Parineeta?

<p>Bollywood actor Govinda and Sunita Ahuja are back in the headlines over their alleged separation. On Friday (Aug 22), a new report revealed more details about the celebrity couple's divorce case, in which Sunita accused the actor of cheating, cruelty, and desertion. In 2024, Sunita had reportedly filed for divorce at the Bandra Family Court after 38 years of marriage.</p><h2>Govinda’s team denies rumours of a split with wife Sunita Ahuja.</h2><p>A day after the report was published, Govinda's manager denied the claims, stating that no divorce is taking place. Govinda's manager, Shashi, told HT City that every couple has disagreements.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/when-sunita-ahuja-said-govinda-will-never-leave-his-family-for-a-stupid-woman-1755871099003">When Sunita Ahuja said Govinda will never leave his family for a ‘stupid woman'</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He said in Hindi,''Har couple mein thode bahaut mann mutav toh hote hi rehte hain. Yeh sab purani batein hai, jinhe ab mirch masala laga kar apne fayde ke liye log aur media istemal karne ki koshish kar rahe hain.(Every couple has small disagreements. These are old talks, which people and the media are now trying to spice up and use for their own benefit.)</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Govinda's lawyer, Lalit Bindra, has said that everything has been settled. Speaking to NDTV, he said, "Koi case nahi sab settle ho raha hai ye sab log purani cheezen utha ke daal rahe hain" ("There is no case, everything is being settled, people are just bringing up old matters").</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/govinda-sunita-ahuja-divorce-actor-accused-of-adultery-cruelty-and-desertion-report-1755858381448">Govinda - Sunita Ahuja divorce: Actor accused of adultery and cruelty: Report</a></p><h2>Sunita accused Govinda of adultery, cruelty, and desertion</h2><p>Months after Sunita debunked divorce rumours with Govinda, a new report was published claiming that she had indeed filed for&nbsp;</p><p>divorce from the actor in 2024. According to a report by Hauterrfly, Sunita has filed for a divorce in Bandra Family Court under Section 13 (1) (i), (ia), and (ib) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, citing adultery, cruelty, and desertion.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The report also claimed that Govinda has been missing from the court hearing and the processing. However, in May, the court summoned the actor. At the same time, Sunita has been taking part in the hearings. &nbsp;The couple tied the knot on March 11, 1987, and are parents to two children, Tina Ahuja and Yashvardhan Ahuja. Both are trying their luck in acting.</p>

Months after divorce speculation began, a new report published revealed the details of the divorce case filed by Sunita Ahuja in Bandra Family Court in 2024. She has accused Govinda of cheating, cruelty and desertion.

Bollywood actor Govinda and Sunita Ahuja are back in the headlines over their alleged separation. On Friday (Aug 22), a new report revealed more details about the celebrity couple's divorce case, in which Sunita accused the actor of cheating, cruelty, and desertion. In 2024, Sunita had reportedly filed for divorce at the Bandra Family Court after 38 years of marriage. Govinda’s team denies rumours of a split with wife Sunita Ahuja. A day after the report was published, Govinda's manager denied the claims, stating that no divorce is taking place. Govinda's manager, Shashi, told HT City that every couple has disagreements. Also read: When Sunita Ahuja said Govinda will never leave his family for a ‘stupid woman' He said in Hindi,''Har couple mein thode bahaut mann mutav toh hote hi rehte hain. Yeh sab purani batein hai, jinhe ab mirch masala laga kar apne fayde ke liye log aur media istemal karne ki koshish kar rahe hain.(Every couple has small disagreements. These are old talks, which people and the media are now trying to spice up and use for their own benefit.) Meanwhile, Govinda's lawyer, Lalit Bindra, has said that everything has been settled. Speaking to NDTV, he said, "Koi case nahi sab settle ho raha hai ye sab log purani cheezen utha ke daal rahe hain" ("There is no case, everything is being settled, people are just bringing up old matters"). Also read: Govinda - Sunita Ahuja divorce: Actor accused of adultery and cruelty: Report Sunita accused Govinda of adultery, cruelty, and desertion Months after Sunita debunked divorce rumours with Govinda, a new report was published claiming that she had indeed filed for divorce from the actor in 2024. According to a report by Hauterrfly, Sunita has filed for a divorce in Bandra Family Court under Section 13 (1) (i), (ia), and (ib) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, citing adultery, cruelty, and desertion. The report also claimed that Govinda has been missing from the court hearing and the processing. However, in May, the court summoned the actor. At the same time, Sunita has been taking part in the hearings. The couple tied the knot on March 11, 1987, and are parents to two children, Tina Ahuja and Yashvardhan Ahuja. Both are trying their luck in acting.

<p>Months after divorce speculation began, a new report published revealed the details of the divorce case filed by Sunita Ahuja in Bandra Family Court in 2024. She has reportedly accused Govinda of cheating, cruelty and desertion.</p>

Govinda’s team on divorce rumours with wife Sunita Ahuja: 'Everything is being settled'

<p>Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor starrer Aabeer Gulaal is all set to release globally. The film has faced months of delays this past year and faced a ban in India due to the cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. The cross-border romance has been directed by Aarti S Bagdi and produced by Vivek B Agrawal. It will hit more than 1000 screens across 75 countries on September 12, 2025.&nbsp;</p><h2>Aabeer Gulaal release date announced</h2><p><br>The film's release date has seen quite a few changes. It was initially slated to release in May but was pushed indefinitely due to escalated cross-border tensions. It was later reported that the film would release on August 29 but now the director has shared that Aabeer Gulaal will get a worldwide release on September 12.&nbsp;</p><p><br>The film will now premiere globally—everywhere except India.</p><p><br>A statement from the makers accompanied the announcement: “We asked you to make space for love—and you did. The response has been overwhelming. Your love has created more demand than we could have imagined. And so, we’re opening our arms wider.”</p>

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<h2>About Aabeer Gulaal</h2><p><br>Pitched as a feel-good romance, Aabeer Gulaal talks of second chances in love. The film’s music is composed by Amit Trivedi with lyrics by Kumaar.</p><p><br>The film was supposed to be Fawad Khan's comeback film in Bollywood after a long time. His pairing with Vaani Kapoor, a Bollywood star, was welcomed by one and all. Earlier, the film's trailer had created a significant buzz on social media and among the South Asian population across the world owing to Fawad's popularity.</p>

Aabeer Gulaal, featuring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor, is all set for a global release. The cross border romance has faced multiple delays and a ban in India due to Pahalgam attack and escalted tensions between India and Pakistan. 

Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor starrer Aabeer Gulaal is all set to release globally. The film has faced months of delays this past year and faced a ban in India due to the cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. The cross-border romance has been directed by Aarti S Bagdi and produced by Vivek B Agrawal. It will hit more than 1000 screens across 75 countries on September 12, 2025. Aabeer Gulaal release date announced The film's release date has seen quite a few changes. It was initially slated to release in May but was pushed indefinitely due to escalated cross-border tensions. It was later reported that the film would release on August 29 but now the director has shared that Aabeer Gulaal will get a worldwide release on September 12. The film will now premiere globally—everywhere except India. A statement from the makers accompanied the announcement: “We asked you to make space for love—and you did. The response has been overwhelming. Your love has created more demand than we could have imagined. And so, we’re opening our arms wider.”

<p>Aabeer Gulaal, featuring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor, is all set for a global release. The cross border romance has faced multiple delays and a ban in India due to Pahalgam attack and escalted tensions between India and Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>

Fawad Khan-Vaani Kapoor's Abir Gulaal skips India; set for global release on this date

<p>Veteran actor Raza Murad is one of the renowned and celebrated stars in Bollywood. Having credits in films in various languages, including Hindi, Punjabi, and other languages, has made his mark in the Indian cinema. Recently, the actor expressed his anger over the death rumours on social media and has reportedly filed a police complaint in Mumbai.</p><h2>Raza Murad reacts to the death rumours</h2><p>\In an interaction with ANI, the 74-year-old actor said, "There are some people who, for reasons I don't understand, seem bothered by my existence. They posted about my death and even offered condolences. They wrote that I had worked for many years, but now no one is there to remember me. They even mentioned my birthday and a fake date of death in that post. This is a very serious matter".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/emily-in-paris-season-5-first-look-premiere-date-revealed-emily-set-for-a-new-adventure-in-a-new-city-1755788785628"><strong>Emily In Paris Season 5 first look out; Emily set for new adventure in new city</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He has further said that post the rumours, he has been getting several calls and messages from across the world. He also revealed that the complaint has been accepted and an FIR will be filed. Soon, legal action will be taken.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/when-sunita-ahuja-said-govinda-will-never-leave-his-family-for-a-stupid-woman-1755871099003"><strong>When Sunita Ahuja said Govinda will never leave his family for a ‘stupid woman'</strong></a></p><h2>All about Raza Murad</h2><p>Son of the Bollywood character actor Hamid Ali Murad, was born in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh. He is the paternal first cousin of Zeenat Aman and nephew of Zeenat's father, Amanullah Khan, screenwriter, best known for movies including &nbsp;<i>Mughal-e-Azam</i> (1960) and <i>Pakeezah </i>(1972).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/govinda-sunita-ahuja-divorce-actor-accused-of-adultery-cruelty-and-desertion-report-1755858381448"><strong>Govinda - Sunita Ahuja divorce: Actor accused of adultery and cruelty: Report</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>His notable works include <i>Roti Kapda Aur Makaan</i>, S<i>aheb Bahadur, Ram Bharose, Chor Ho To Aisa, Dada, Nalayak, Jaani Dushman, Jalte Badan, Aas Paas, Ek Duuje Ke Liye, </i>and <i>Prem Rog,</i> among others. He has also appeared in the TV series &nbsp;<i>Madhubala – Ek Ishq Ek Junoon.&nbsp;</i></p>

Bollywood veteran actor Raza Murad has reportedly filed a police complaint after death rumours began to circulate on social media. He has also revealed that legal action will be taken soon. 

Veteran actor Raza Murad is one of the renowned and celebrated stars in Bollywood. Having credits in films in various languages, including Hindi, Punjabi, and other languages, has made his mark in the Indian cinema. Recently, the actor expressed his anger over the death rumours on social media and has reportedly filed a police complaint in Mumbai. Raza Murad reacts to the death rumours \In an interaction with ANI, the 74-year-old actor said, "There are some people who, for reasons I don't understand, seem bothered by my existence. They posted about my death and even offered condolences. They wrote that I had worked for many years, but now no one is there to remember me. They even mentioned my birthday and a fake date of death in that post. This is a very serious matter". Also Read: Emily In Paris Season 5 first look out; Emily set for new adventure in new city He has further said that post the rumours, he has been getting several calls and messages from across the world. He also revealed that the complaint has been accepted and an FIR will be filed. Soon, legal action will be taken. Also Read: When Sunita Ahuja said Govinda will never leave his family for a ‘stupid woman' All about Raza Murad Son of the Bollywood character actor Hamid Ali Murad, was born in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh. He is the paternal first cousin of Zeenat Aman and nephew of Zeenat's father, Amanullah Khan, screenwriter, best known for movies including Mughal-e-Azam (1960) and Pakeezah (1972). Also Read: Govinda - Sunita Ahuja divorce: Actor accused of adultery and cruelty: Report His notable works include Roti Kapda Aur Makaan, Saheb Bahadur, Ram Bharose, Chor Ho To Aisa, Dada, Nalayak, Jaani Dushman, Jalte Badan, Aas Paas, Ek Duuje Ke Liye, and Prem Rog, among others. He has also appeared in the TV series Madhubala – Ek Ishq Ek Junoon.

<p>Bollywood veteran actor Raza Murad has reportedly filed a police complaint after death rumours began to circulate on social media. He has also revealed that legal action will be taken soon.&nbsp;</p>

Veteran actor Raza Murad expresses anger over death rumours, files police complaint: 'This should stop now'

<p>Everything is not well in Govinda and Sunita Ahuja’s paradise. In February 2025, news of the couple’s separation broke, sending shockwaves across the internet, with many refusing to believe it. However, their lawyer later clarified that Sunita Ahuja had filed for divorce six months earlier, but the couple had since resolved their differences. Recently, a new report revealed that Ahuja had accused Govinda of adultery, cruelty, and desertion in the divorce filing. A lot has been happening in Govinda’s household, with Sunita making headlines for her bold statements. Just a few months ago, Sunita, debunked the reports saying that Govinda and her could not live without each other.</p><h2>When Sunita said Govinda will never leave his family for a stupid woman.</h2><p>Govinda and Sunita Ahuja have been married for over three decades. While the couple has mostly kept their personal life away from the media spotlight, they are now making headlines due to the whirlwind phase their relationship seems to be going through.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: &nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/govinda-sunita-ahuja-divorce-actor-accused-of-adultery-cruelty-and-desertion-report-1755858381448">Govinda - Sunita Ahuja divorce: Actor accused of adultery and cruelty: Report</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking to Times Now, Sunita addressed the divorce rumours, stating that Govinda would never leave his family “for any stupid woman.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In Hindi, Sunita said,"Jis din confirm hoga, ya mere aur Govinda ke mu se aap log sunoge, vo alag baat hai (The day it’s confirmed, or if you hear it directly from me or Govinda, that will be a different matter).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking further, Sunita said,''But I don’t think Govinda can live without me, nor can I live without Govinda. And Govinda can never leave his family for any stupid person or stupid woman."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/megastar-chiranjeevi-turns-70-movies-to-watch-on-netflix-prime-video-jio-hotstar-and-more-1755852419432">Megastar Chiranjeevi turns 70: Movies to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Jio Hotstar and more</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sunita has been making several shocking statements about her married life, further fueling the rumours. In an interview, she revealed that Govinda has been living separately in a different house. While she stays in an apartment with their two children, Govinda lives in another bungalow. However, later, she clarified her remarks, saying Govinda doesn’t live separately. &nbsp;She also previously disclosed that she has been celebrating her birthday alone for the past 12 years.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Govinda - Sunita Ahuja divorce: Actor accused of adultery, cruelty, and desertion: Report</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Fresh reports have again brought Govinda's troubled married life into the spotlight. According to a report by Hauterrfly, Sunita has filed for a divorce in Bandra Family Court under Section 13 (1) (i), (ia), and (ib) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, citing adultery, cruelty, and desertion. Govinda has been missing from the hearings, and the court has reportedly summoned the actor&nbsp;<br>on May 25.</p>

Govinda and Sunita Ahuja's divorce rumours have the internet buzzing. Since the divorce rumours started spreading, Sunita has been making bold statements about her marriage and separation. A few months back, she said that the actor would never leave his family for a stupid woman.

Everything is not well in Govinda and Sunita Ahuja’s paradise. In February 2025, news of the couple’s separation broke, sending shockwaves across the internet, with many refusing to believe it. However, their lawyer later clarified that Sunita Ahuja had filed for divorce six months earlier, but the couple had since resolved their differences. Recently, a new report revealed that Ahuja had accused Govinda of adultery, cruelty, and desertion in the divorce filing. A lot has been happening in Govinda’s household, with Sunita making headlines for her bold statements. Just a few months ago, Sunita, debunked the reports saying that Govinda and her could not live without each other. When Sunita said Govinda will never leave his family for a stupid woman. Govinda and Sunita Ahuja have been married for over three decades. While the couple has mostly kept their personal life away from the media spotlight, they are now making headlines due to the whirlwind phase their relationship seems to be going through. Also read: Govinda - Sunita Ahuja divorce: Actor accused of adultery and cruelty: Report Speaking to Times Now, Sunita addressed the divorce rumours, stating that Govinda would never leave his family “for any stupid woman.” In Hindi, Sunita said,"Jis din confirm hoga, ya mere aur Govinda ke mu se aap log sunoge, vo alag baat hai (The day it’s confirmed, or if you hear it directly from me or Govinda, that will be a different matter). Speaking further, Sunita said,''But I don’t think Govinda can live without me, nor can I live without Govinda. And Govinda can never leave his family for any stupid person or stupid woman." Also read: Megastar Chiranjeevi turns 70: Movies to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Jio Hotstar and more Sunita has been making several shocking statements about her married life, further fueling the rumours. In an interview, she revealed that Govinda has been living separately in a different house. While she stays in an apartment with their two children, Govinda lives in another bungalow. However, later, she clarified her remarks, saying Govinda doesn’t live separately. She also previously disclosed that she has been celebrating her birthday alone for the past 12 years. Govinda - Sunita Ahuja divorce: Actor accused of adultery, cruelty, and desertion: Report Fresh reports have again brought Govinda's troubled married life into the spotlight. According to a report by Hauterrfly, Sunita has filed for a divorce in Bandra Family Court under Section 13 (1) (i), (ia), and (ib) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, citing adultery, cruelty, and desertion. Govinda has been missing from the hearings, and the court has reportedly summoned the actor on May 25.

<p>Govinda and Sunita Ahuja's divorce rumours have the internet buzzing. Since the divorce rumours started spreading, Sunita has been making shocking statements about her marriage and separation. A few months back, she said that the actor would never leave his family for a stupid woman.</p>

When Sunita Ahuja said Govinda will never leave his family for a ‘stupid woman'

<p>Things are not fine at Bollywood actor Govinda's home. Months after reports of the actor and his wife Sunita Ahuja's separation, it has been learned that she has filed for divorce, ending their 37-year marriage. This update comes a few weeks after Sunita spoke about the divorce in her first YouTube vlog. According to recent reports, Sunita has filed for divorce at the Bandra family court. No official statement has been released yet.</p><p>In February 2025, news of Govinda and Sunita's divorce first broke, and it was confirmed that Sunita had indeed filed for divorce in 2024. However, the couple had sorted things out at that time.&nbsp;</p><h2>Govinda - Sunita Ahuja divorce</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sunita Ahuja, the wife of Bollywood actor-comedian Govinda and a social media personality, has reportedly filed for divorce in the Bandra Family Court on December 5, 2024. According to Hauterrfly, Sunita has filed the case under Section 13(1)(i), (ia), and (ib) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. The grounds for divorce include infidelity, cruelty, and desertion.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/megastar-chiranjeevi-turns-70-movies-to-watch-on-netflix-prime-video-jio-hotstar-and-more-1755852419432">Megastar Chiranjeevi turns 70: Movies to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Jio Hotstar and more</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The report also mentioned that Govinda did not appear in person in court. Until the notice to show was issued in May. While Sunita has been appearing in person in court for the proceedings. Since June 2025, the couple has been trying to make things work with the court-mandated counselling. However, it's unclear whether Govinda is attending counselling sessions or not.&nbsp;</p><h2><br>What has Sunita Ahuja said in her vlog?</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/swara-bhasker-reacts-to-backlash-on-her-bisexual-comment-updates-her-bio-on-x-1755839705562">Swara Bhasker reacts to backlash on her ‘bisexual comment’, updates her bio on X</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sunita Ahuja has been making a lot of headlines with her comments on marriage, Govinda and more. Recently, Ahuja has started her YouTube channel, where she talks about her relationship as she gives viewers a tour of the Kali Temple.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During the vlog, Sunita broke down as she talked about her relationship, "When I met Govinda, I prayed that I get married to him and that my life goes well." She said before adding, "Koi bhi mera ghar todne ki koshish kare. jo bhi mera dil dukhayega, yeh Maa Kali sabke gale kaat k rakh degi. Ek acche insaan ko, acchi aurat ko dukh dena acchi baat nahi hai. Mujhe aur kisipe vishwas nahi hai ("Anyone who tries to break my home, anyone who hurts my heart, Goddess Kali will tear their throat apart. It is not right to hurt a good person, a good woman. I trust no one else.")</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Earlier in an interview, Sunita had revealed that she lives in a separate apartment with her children.&nbsp;<br><br>Govinda and Sunita tied the knot on March 11, 1987, and are parents to two children, Tina Ahuja and Yashvardhan Ahuja. Tina made her acting debut in 2015 with the romantic comedy Second Hand Husband.&nbsp;</p>

Govinda and Sunita Ahuja are reportedly heading for divorce, ending their three-decade marriage. As per recent updates, the Bollywood actor has been accused of adultery, cruelty, and desertion in the divorce case.

Things are not fine at Bollywood actor Govinda's home. Months after reports of the actor and his wife Sunita Ahuja's separation, it has been learned that she has filed for divorce, ending their 37-year marriage. This update comes a few weeks after Sunita spoke about the divorce in her first YouTube vlog. According to recent reports, Sunita has filed for divorce at the Bandra family court. No official statement has been released yet. In February 2025, news of Govinda and Sunita's divorce first broke, and it was confirmed that Sunita had indeed filed for divorce in 2024. However, the couple had sorted things out at that time. Govinda - Sunita Ahuja divorce Sunita Ahuja, the wife of Bollywood actor-comedian Govinda and a social media personality, has reportedly filed for divorce in the Bandra Family Court on December 5, 2024. According to Hauterrfly, Sunita has filed the case under Section 13(1)(i), (ia), and (ib) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. The grounds for divorce include infidelity, cruelty, and desertion. Also read: Megastar Chiranjeevi turns 70: Movies to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Jio Hotstar and more The report also mentioned that Govinda did not appear in person in court. Until the notice to show was issued in May. While Sunita has been appearing in person in court for the proceedings. Since June 2025, the couple has been trying to make things work with the court-mandated counselling. However, it's unclear whether Govinda is attending counselling sessions or not. What has Sunita Ahuja said in her vlog? Also read: Swara Bhasker reacts to backlash on her ‘bisexual comment’, updates her bio on X Sunita Ahuja has been making a lot of headlines with her comments on marriage, Govinda and more. Recently, Ahuja has started her YouTube channel, where she talks about her relationship as she gives viewers a tour of the Kali Temple. During the vlog, Sunita broke down as she talked about her relationship, "When I met Govinda, I prayed that I get married to him and that my life goes well." She said before adding, "Koi bhi mera ghar todne ki koshish kare. jo bhi mera dil dukhayega, yeh Maa Kali sabke gale kaat k rakh degi. Ek acche insaan ko, acchi aurat ko dukh dena acchi baat nahi hai. Mujhe aur kisipe vishwas nahi hai ("Anyone who tries to break my home, anyone who hurts my heart, Goddess Kali will tear their throat apart. It is not right to hurt a good person, a good woman. I trust no one else.") Earlier in an interview, Sunita had revealed that she lives in a separate apartment with her children. Govinda and Sunita tied the knot on March 11, 1987, and are parents to two children, Tina Ahuja and Yashvardhan Ahuja. Tina made her acting debut in 2015 with the romantic comedy Second Hand Husband.

<p>Govinda and Sunita Ahuja are reportedly heading for divorce, ending their decades-long marriage. As per recent updates, the Bollywood actor has been accused of adultery, cruelty, and desertion in the divorce case.</p>

Govinda - Sunita Ahuja divorce: Actor accused of adultery, cruelty, and desertion: Report

<p>Vivek Agnihotri's upcoming political drama, <i>The Bengal Files,</i> has been grabbing attention due to the controversy surrounding the film. Whether it's actors distancing themselves from the movie or the misrepresentation of Gopal Mukherjee leading to an FIR being filed by the freedom fighter's grandson, everyone's eyes are on its release. In an exclusive conversation with WION, the filmmaker has opened up about all the drama surrounding the alleged distortion and misrepresentation of the facts, and more.</p><h2>Vivek Agnihotri on Gopal Mukherjee’s grandson filing FIR</h2><p>When asked about his reaction to the allegations and FIR filed by the grandson of Gopal Mukherjee, he said, " Ab dekhiye sablog bhej hi rahe hai, chalti ganga mein har koi haath dhota hai. He hasn't seen the film, and he has been talking to me for a long time. But, since there are TMC members, they are compelled to do things and say things like that. Two days ago, I was supposed to inaugurate Gopal ji's first statue in Kolkata."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/the-bengal-files-controversy-explained-why-are-actors-distancing-themselves-from-the-film-1755589343850"><strong>The Bengal Files controversy explained; Why are actors distancing themselves from the film?</strong></a></p><p><br>He further added, "But, because of this state-sponsored chaos and because of security reasons, I was not allowed to go. But the organizers came to the hotel, and I inaugurated and tweeted in the morning. You can see it on my Twitter account. But, one thing I can tell is that I have shown him as a hero."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/the-bengal-files-controversy-fir-filed-against-director-vivek-agnihotri-for-misrepresenting-bengali-freedom-fighter-1755510230586"><strong> The Bengal Files controversy: FIR filed against director Vivek Agnihotri for misrepresenting Bengali freedom fighter</strong></a></p><p><br>"After seeing the film, every single child, every single person in this country is going to make him a hero of their hearts. We showed him in the US. Whenever Gopal Mukherjee came on screen, he received thunderous applause. Maybe he doesn't know, or he is compelled by TMC to say things like that. He has to survive in Kolkata and he has to live there", he concluded.</p><h2>Vivek Agnihotri's reaction to Saswata Chatterjee and Sourav Das distancing from the film</h2><p>Vivek Agnihotri quickly replied to the news of actors distancing themselves from the film, saying, "No, that's not true. The media has cooked up these kinds of stories. In fact, Saswata's manager spoke to me and spoke to his wife, and said that he had gone somewhere else. Saswata is like a friend to me, and he has been coming to my house. Is it possible for such a senior actor like Saswata to not read the entire script and do a film? Do you think Vivek Agnihotri and Pallavi Joshi may ever make a film where the lead, the main actor, has not read the entire script?"</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-bengal-files-to-padmaavat-how-these-13-films-polarised-politics-and-public-opinion-caused-uproar-india-s-era-of-divisive-cinema-in-pics-1755690811031/1755690811032"><strong>From Bengal Files to Padmaavat, how these 14 films polarised politics and public opinion, caused uproar: India's era of divisive cinema in pics</strong></a></p><p><br>He further added, "Mithun Da has no dialogues in the film, and he has read every single word of the film, how is he not going to read? Gandhi has just five scenes, and he has read the entire script 2-4 times. How is it possible? People who have just one line, I have given a complete script and said that you have to see the role in the entire film. Do you think the main villain of the film has not read the entire script? It questions his acting, his credibility, not mine".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/the-delhi-files-the-bengal-chapter-mithun-chakraborty-will-stun-you-in-the-first-power-packed-teaser-watch-8655726"><strong>The Delhi Files : The Bengal Chapter: Mithun Chakraborty will stun you in the first power packed teaser | Watch</strong></a></p><h2>All about The Bengal Files: Cast, plot, controversy, and more</h2><p>Vivek Agnihotri's film is part of the Files trilogy, which is also the final installment of <i>Tashkent Files </i>and <i>The Kashmir Files</i>. The film is based on the Calcutta Riots, which took place on August 16, 1946. Apart from &nbsp;Saswata Chatterjee and Saurav Das, the film also features Pallavi Joshi, Simrat Kaur, Mithun Chakraborty, Anupam Kher, and Puneet Issar, among others.</p><p><br>The controversy erupted when the kin of Gopal Mukherjee, on whom the character of Gopal Patha is based, sent a legal notice over alleged misrepresentation of the Bengali leader. It is scheduled to release in cinemas on September 5, 2025.</p>

In an exclusive interview with WION, Vivek Agnihotri has opened up about the FIR filed by the grandson of Gopal Mukerjee's grandson and whether the actors Saswata Chatterjee and Sourav Das have really distanced themselves from the film or not. 

Vivek Agnihotri's upcoming political drama, The Bengal Files, has been grabbing attention due to the controversy surrounding the film. Whether it's actors distancing themselves from the movie or the misrepresentation of Gopal Mukherjee leading to an FIR being filed by the freedom fighter's grandson, everyone's eyes are on its release. In an exclusive conversation with WION, the filmmaker has opened up about all the drama surrounding the alleged distortion and misrepresentation of the facts, and more. Vivek Agnihotri on Gopal Mukherjee’s grandson filing FIR When asked about his reaction to the allegations and FIR filed by the grandson of Gopal Mukherjee, he said, " Ab dekhiye sablog bhej hi rahe hai, chalti ganga mein har koi haath dhota hai. He hasn't seen the film, and he has been talking to me for a long time. But, since there are TMC members, they are compelled to do things and say things like that. Two days ago, I was supposed to inaugurate Gopal ji's first statue in Kolkata." Also Read: The Bengal Files controversy explained; Why are actors distancing themselves from the film? He further added, "But, because of this state-sponsored chaos and because of security reasons, I was not allowed to go. But the organizers came to the hotel, and I inaugurated and tweeted in the morning. You can see it on my Twitter account. But, one thing I can tell is that I have shown him as a hero." Also Read: The Bengal Files controversy: FIR filed against director Vivek Agnihotri for misrepresenting Bengali freedom fighter "After seeing the film, every single child, every single person in this country is going to make him a hero of their hearts. We showed him in the US. Whenever Gopal Mukherjee came on screen, he received thunderous applause. Maybe he doesn't know, or he is compelled by TMC to say things like that. He has to survive in Kolkata and he has to live there", he concluded. Vivek Agnihotri's reaction to Saswata Chatterjee and Sourav Das distancing from the film Vivek Agnihotri quickly replied to the news of actors distancing themselves from the film, saying, "No, that's not true. The media has cooked up these kinds of stories. In fact, Saswata's manager spoke to me and spoke to his wife, and said that he had gone somewhere else. Saswata is like a friend to me, and he has been coming to my house. Is it possible for such a senior actor like Saswata to not read the entire script and do a film? Do you think Vivek Agnihotri and Pallavi Joshi may ever make a film where the lead, the main actor, has not read the entire script?" Also Read: From Bengal Files to Padmaavat, how these 14 films polarised politics and public opinion, caused uproar: India's era of divisive cinema in pics He further added, "Mithun Da has no dialogues in the film, and he has read every single word of the film, how is he not going to read? Gandhi has just five scenes, and he has read the entire script 2-4 times. How is it possible? People who have just one line, I have given a complete script and said that you have to see the role in the entire film. Do you think the main villain of the film has not read the entire script? It questions his acting, his credibility, not mine". Also Read: The Delhi Files : The Bengal Chapter: Mithun Chakraborty will stun you in the first power packed teaser | Watch All about The Bengal Files: Cast, plot, controversy, and more Vivek Agnihotri's film is part of the Files trilogy, which is also the final installment of Tashkent Files and The Kashmir Files. The film is based on the Calcutta Riots, which took place on August 16, 1946. Apart from Saswata Chatterjee and Saurav Das, the film also features Pallavi Joshi, Simrat Kaur, Mithun Chakraborty, Anupam Kher, and Puneet Issar, among others. The controversy erupted when the kin of Gopal Mukherjee, on whom the character of Gopal Patha is based, sent a legal notice over alleged misrepresentation of the Bengali leader. It is scheduled to release in cinemas on September 5, 2025.

<p>In an exclusive interview with WION, Vivek Agnihotri has opened up about the FIR filed by the grandson of Gopal Mukerjee's grandson and whether the actors Saswata Chatterjee and Sourav Das have really distanced themselves from the film or not.&nbsp;</p>

The Bengal Files Controversy: Vivek Agnihotri reacts to Gopal Mukherjee's grandson's FIR, actors' silence on alleged distortion of facts | Exclusive

<p>The 94-year-old NRI industrialist Lord Swraj Paul passed away in London at the age of 94. He was the founder of the UK-based Caparo Group of industries. PM Narendra Modi, on August 22, took to Twitter to hail the legacy of Philanthropy and public service. In 2025, Lord Paul was ranked 81st on the Sunday Times Rich List.&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Swaraj Paul Ji. His contributions to industry, philanthropy and public service in the UK, and his unwavering support for closer ties with India will always be remembered. I fondly recall our many interactions. Condolences to his family and… <a href="https://t.co/6G7D4gDDD1">pic.twitter.com/6G7D4gDDD1</a></p>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1958729445038334047?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Who was Lord Swraj Paul?</h2><p>Lord Swraj Paul was born in 1931 in Jalandhar, Punjab. His family ran a foundry. He studied mechanical engineering at MIT (BSc, MSc, MechE) in America. During the 1960s, he moved to the UK for the treatment of his daughter Ambika, who was suffering from Cancer.&nbsp;</p><h2>Lord Swraj Paul's net worth 2025</h2><p>According to different sources, such as Politico, The Sunday Times, Lord Paul's net worth is valued at $2.5 billion. Lord Paul and his family own dozens of luxury flats in and around London's Portland Place, each valued at roughly $1.1 million. He also owns a country estate, The Grange in Buckinghamshire.</p><h2>How did Lord Paul make $2.5 billion empire?</h2><p>After moving to the UK, Paul founded a Natural Gas Tube, which later evolved into the Caparo Group by 1968. Caparo grew into one of the largest steel conversion and distribution businesses, manufacturing a wide array of steel products and employing over 10,000 people across continents in North America, Europe, India and the Middle East.</p><p>He also engaged in philanthropy, established the Ambika Paul Foundation as a charitable trust and donated millions around the globe to encourage children's well-being and encourage initiatives for education and health. He donated nearly $1.1 million (£1 million) to Wolverhampton University, where he was a chancellor for over 26 years. He also donated $5 million to MIT and supported the London Zoo’s children’s section.&nbsp;</p><p>“The London Zoo is where she was always the happiest", said Lord Paul during the annual commemoration he organised at the Ambika Paul Children’s Zoo in London last month.</p><p>Lord Swraj Paul was made a life peer in the House of Lords in 1996. He was created Baron Paul of Marylebone in the city of Westminster on July 29, 1996. He sat as a labourer peer and was active in debates till frailty. In 2009, he even served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Lords.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Lord Swraj Paul passed away in London on August 21. Discover his journey from Jalandhar to London, explore his $2.5 billion net worth and his philanthropy.

The 94-year-old NRI industrialist Lord Swraj Paul passed away in London at the age of 94. He was the founder of the UK-based Caparo Group of industries. PM Narendra Modi, on August 22, took to Twitter to hail the legacy of Philanthropy and public service. In 2025, Lord Paul was ranked 81st on the Sunday Times Rich List.

<p>Lord Swraj Paul passed away in London on August 21. Discover his journey from Jalandhar to London, explore his $2.5 billion net worth and his philanthropy.</p>

Lord Swraj Paul net worth 2025: Inside the $2.5 billion legacy of the NRI steel tycoon

<p>Bollywood actress Swara Bhasker has found herself in the middle of a controversy once again. Bhasker’s remark during a recent interview has led to intense backlash on social media. While appearing in an interview, Swara stated that “all humans are fundamentally bisexual” and revealed she has a crush on Samajwadi Party Lok Sabha MP Dimple Yadav. The comment has snowballed into a major controversy on X, with many trolling the actress. Days later, the actor has reacted to all the criticism by changing her bio on X.</p><h2>Swara Bhasker reacts to trolls</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Bhasker chose not to speak up or respond to the trolls directly. Instead, she changed her bio on X. On Friday, she posted, “Thought it’s time to change the bio (giggling emoji).”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Swara Bhasker’s Twitter bio now reads, “Girl crush advocate. Part-time actor, full-time Twitter pest. Chaos Queen. Shopping my way through the apocalypse. Free Palestine.” While most of her Bio has been there for a while, the actress added “Girl crush advocate” as a nod to the whole buzz on social media after her confession of having a crush on Dimple went viral.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The actor also shared a screenshot of the definition of girl crush, writing, “Honestly… what is the big deal?”</p><h2>What’s the controversy?</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During an interview with Screen, Swara spoke about her view on sexuality. The actress was accompanied by her husband and politician Fahad Ahmad during the chat. Swara said heterosexuality is an "ideology" that had been thrust on human beings by society. The interview went live five months ago, but Swara's statement surfaced on social media only now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"We are all bisexual. If you leave people to themselves, we are bisexual, but heterosexuality is an ideology that has been (put in on us) culturally for thousands of years. Because that is how the human race will perpetuate, so it has to be the norm," Swara said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>When the host asked her she had a crush on anyone, Swara mentioned Dimple Yadav’s name. Swara met Dimple recently at an event. The actress’s comments were met with intense backlash on social media.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On the work front, Bhasker is currently featuring in the reality show Pati Patni Aur Panga- Jodiyon Ka Reality Check along with her husband Fahad. Munawar Faruqui and Sonali Bendre host the show, which features popular celebrity couples and challenges their chemistry by testing and twisting their relationships.</p><h2>About Swara Bhasker and Fahad Ahmad</h2><p>Swara and Fahad registered their marriage under the Special Marriage Act on 6 January 2023, and publicly announced it with a video on February 16, 2023. The couple welcomed their first child, daughter Raabiyaa, the same year in September. Swara has featured in films like Raanjhanaa, Anarkali of Aarah, and Veere Di Wedding to name a few.</p>

Swara Bhasker's comment about sexuality during a chat with a media publication has led to major debate and discussion on social media. Bhasker has been trolled ever since the interview went viral. Now, she has responded to the trolls in the most unique way possible. 

Bollywood actress Swara Bhasker has found herself in the middle of a controversy once again. Bhasker’s remark during a recent interview has led to intense backlash on social media. While appearing in an interview, Swara stated that “all humans are fundamentally bisexual” and revealed she has a crush on Samajwadi Party Lok Sabha MP Dimple Yadav. The comment has snowballed into a major controversy on X, with many trolling the actress. Days later, the actor has reacted to all the criticism by changing her bio on X. Swara Bhasker reacts to trolls Bhasker chose not to speak up or respond to the trolls directly. Instead, she changed her bio on X. On Friday, she posted, “Thought it’s time to change the bio (giggling emoji).” Swara Bhasker’s Twitter bio now reads, “Girl crush advocate. Part-time actor, full-time Twitter pest. Chaos Queen. Shopping my way through the apocalypse. Free Palestine.” While most of her Bio has been there for a while, the actress added “Girl crush advocate” as a nod to the whole buzz on social media after her confession of having a crush on Dimple went viral.

<p>Swara Bhasker's comment about sexuality during a chat with a media publication has led to major debate and discussion on social media. Bhasker has been trolled ever since the interview went viral. Now, she has responded to the trolls in the most unique way possible.&nbsp;</p>

Swara Bhasker reacts to backlash on her ‘bisexual comment’, updates her bio on X

<p>The internet has been abuzz with reactions to the preview of <i>The Ba***ds of Bollywood, </i>which was released amid fanfare on Wednesday in Mumbai. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan introduced his son Aryan Khan as the director of the series to the world. At the star-studded event, Aryan spoke to the press for the first time as he admitted he was nervous about launching his new show. The young filmmaker also introduced the star cast of the show before launching the preview of The Ba***ds of Bollywood. The show, full of celeb cameos, action sequences and romance, seemed like a true-blue Bollywood masala entertainer. While the teaser was loved by one and all, Aryan’s sly reference to jail time drew a lot of reactions on the internet.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Jail reference in <i>The Ba***ds of Bollywood</i> features Lakshya Kapoor in the lead role, with Sahher Bambba playing his romantic interest. The show also has Raghav Juyal, Mona Singh and Bobby Deol in key roles. At one point, as Laskhya’s character is put behind bars, a police officer says, “Tension nahi lene ka. Andar jaake log aur bhi famous ho jaate hain. (Don’t take tension, people become stars once they are put behind bars). Soon after, the frame shifts and the words ‘Written and directed by Aryan Khan’ appear onscreen.</p>

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<h2>Netizens react</h2><p>Netizens were quick to notice how Aryan had slyly referred to his jail time. Many also pointed out that the line was true for not just Aryan but several other celebrities as well.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>But one thing that all have agreed upon, is that Aryan has created gold and lauded his sly sense of humour. One user wrote on Instagram, “That was lowkey good one.. Haha Aryan doing self-depreciating joke.. Just like how SRK does with himself ..,” whereas another netizen wrote, “was not expecting such humoured self-awareness.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Another comment read, “Might be half the Bollywood too, but kudos to Aryan for keeping this dialogue and not taking it personally.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For those coming in late, Aryan Khan was arrested in 2021 by the NCB and charged with possession, consumption, sale/purchase of banned drugs. Their arrest came a day after the NCB raided the cruise ship and claimed to have seized banned drugs. The arrest and the case were closely followed by the media. Aryan was released on bail after nearly a month’s stay in jail.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>His name was later cleared from the case as the court did not find proper evidence against him.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The case, however, brought focus on SRK’s son, who till then had maintained a low public profile.</p><h2>About Ba***ds Of Bollywood</h2><p>Directed by Aryan Khan and produced by Gauri Khan, the show was officially announced on February 3, 2025. The show is co-created by Bilal Siddiqi and Manav Chauhan, who also share writing credits with Aryan. The series will release on Netflix on September 18.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Aryan Khan made a sly joke about serving jail time back in 2021 in his new show The Ba***ds Of Bollywood. The internet is quite impressed at the young filmmaker's sense of humour. 

The internet has been abuzz with reactions to the preview of The Ba***ds of Bollywood, which was released amid fanfare on Wednesday in Mumbai. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan introduced his son Aryan Khan as the director of the series to the world. At the star-studded event, Aryan spoke to the press for the first time as he admitted he was nervous about launching his new show. The young filmmaker also introduced the star cast of the show before launching the preview of The Ba***ds of Bollywood. The show, full of celeb cameos, action sequences and romance, seemed like a true-blue Bollywood masala entertainer. While the teaser was loved by one and all, Aryan’s sly reference to jail time drew a lot of reactions on the internet. Jail reference in The Ba***ds of Bollywood features Lakshya Kapoor in the lead role, with Sahher Bambba playing his romantic interest. The show also has Raghav Juyal, Mona Singh and Bobby Deol in key roles. At one point, as Laskhya’s character is put behind bars, a police officer says, “Tension nahi lene ka. Andar jaake log aur bhi famous ho jaate hain. (Don’t take tension, people become stars once they are put behind bars). Soon after, the frame shifts and the words ‘Written and directed by Aryan Khan’ appear onscreen.

<p>Aryan Khan made a sly joke about serving jail time back in 2021 in his new show The Ba***ds Of Bollywood. The internet is quite impressed at the young filmmaker's sense of humour.&nbsp;</p>

The Ba***ds of Bollywood preview: Fans react to Aryan Khan’s sly reference to jail time

<p><i>Saath Nibhaana Saathiya</i> star Gia Manek tied the knot with actor Varunn Jain today, surprising fans by sharing pictures from their Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha wedding. Gia looked radiant in a golden saree as she posed with her husband Varunn Jain. The couple chose a Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha ceremony for their special day. Gia became a household name across India with her role in the iconic show <i>Saath Nibhaana Saathiya</i>, while Varunn is a popular television actor known for his performances in <i>Diya Aur Baati Hum </i>and <i>Pehredaar Piya Ki</i>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bigg-boss-season-19-media-set-visit-called-off-due-to-mumbai-rains-will-the-show-premiere-on-sunday-1755669610508"><strong> Bigg Boss Season 19: Media set visit called off due to Mumbai rains; will the show premiere on Sunday?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Gia has also acted in the popular TV shows<i> Jeannie Aur Juju</i> and <i>Tera Mera Saath Rahe.</i> She made her film debut with the 2010 film <i>Na Ghar Ke Na Ghaat Ke</i> and was last seen in the 2024 drama <i>Kaam Chalu Hai,</i> where she starred alongside Rajpal Yadav.</p><h2>Gia and Varunn tie the knot</h2><p>Taking to Instagram, Gia wrote, “With the grace of Divine and Master’s and with all the love showered, we’ve stepped into this forever union — hand in hand, heart to heart. We were two friends, today we’re husband &amp; wife.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/akshay-kumar-arshad-warsi-summoned-for-allegedly-disrespecting-judiciary-in-jolly-llb-3-1755760595427"><strong>Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi summoned for allegedly disrespecting judiciary in Jolly LLB 3</strong></a></p>

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<h2>What is a Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha wedding?</h2><p>Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha is a wedding ceremony offered by Sadhguru’s Isha Foundation that is rooted in the yogic system and incorporates the five elements of nature: earth, water, air, fire, and space. The couple takes sacred vows before the fire to purify these elements.</p><h2>Fans pour in wishes</h2><p>The actress also thanked her fans for their love and support, posting, "So grateful for the love, blessings, and wishes from all our loved ones who made this day so special. Cheers to a lifetime of laughter, adventure, memories, and togetherness as Mr. &amp; Mrs. Gia &amp; Varunn."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Fans and celebrities soon took over social media to congratulate the couple on their special day.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/the-bads-of-bollywood-preview-aryan-khan-throws-dinner-party-suhana-joins-celebration-1755740336300"><strong>The Bads of Bollywood preview: Aryan Khan throws dinner party, Suhana joins celebration</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p>

Actress Gia Manek and actor Varunn Jain are officially married. The couple announced the news to fans via Instagram. Gia became a household name across India with her role in the iconic show Saath Nibhaana Saathiya.

Saath Nibhaana Saathiya star Gia Manek tied the knot with actor Varunn Jain today, surprising fans by sharing pictures from their Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha wedding. Gia looked radiant in a golden saree as she posed with her husband Varunn Jain. The couple chose a Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha ceremony for their special day. Gia became a household name across India with her role in the iconic show Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, while Varunn is a popular television actor known for his performances in Diya Aur Baati Hum and Pehredaar Piya Ki. Also Read: Bigg Boss Season 19: Media set visit called off due to Mumbai rains; will the show premiere on Sunday? Gia has also acted in the popular TV shows Jeannie Aur Juju and Tera Mera Saath Rahe. She made her film debut with the 2010 film Na Ghar Ke Na Ghaat Ke and was last seen in the 2024 drama Kaam Chalu Hai, where she starred alongside Rajpal Yadav. Gia and Varunn tie the knot Taking to Instagram, Gia wrote, “With the grace of Divine and Master’s and with all the love showered, we’ve stepped into this forever union — hand in hand, heart to heart. We were two friends, today we’re husband & wife.” Also Read: Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi summoned for allegedly disrespecting judiciary in Jolly LLB 3

<p>Actress Gia Manek and actor Varunn Jain are officially married. The couple announced the news to fans via Instagram.&nbsp;Gia became a household name across India with her role in the iconic show Saath Nibhaana Saathiya.</p>

Gia Manek of Saath Nibhaana Saathiya fame weds actor Varunn Jain

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<p>From Sreesanth to Tejasswi Prakash, here’s a look at the highest-paid Bigg Boss contestants of all time, who charged massive fees to bring their star power to the popular reality show.</p>

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<p>Actors Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi, along with director Subhash Kapoor, have been issued summons by a civil court in Pune for allegedly disrespecting the judiciary in the upcoming film Jolly LLB. The summons was issued following a petition filed by lawyer Wajed Rahim Khan. The three have been asked by the court to appear in person on October 28 at 11 am.&nbsp;</p><h2>Why has Jolly LLB 3 team been sent a legal summon?</h2><p>Advocate Wajed Rahim Khan has alleged that the film mocks the legal system and disrespects court proceedings. In plea filed by Khan, the advocate has objected to the portrayal of the legal profession in a negative light and raised concerns over a scene where judges are being addressed as ‘mama’- considered a slang term.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking to ANI, Khan demanded respect for the lawyers. “Whatever they have shown about the advocates and the judges is wrong... I filed a petition in the Pune court. And the court has asked Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi and the director to be present."</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Maharashtra: A Pune court has issued notices to Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi, and director Subhash Kapoor regarding their upcoming film Jolly LLB 3<br><br>The petitioner, Advocate Wajid Khan says, &quot;Three parts of the Jolly LLB series have been made. My petition is against… <a href="https://t.co/ut0m4hv4Nz">pic.twitter.com/ut0m4hv4Nz</a></p>&mdash; IANS (@ians_india) <a href="https://twitter.com/ians_india/status/1958437395743097026?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The complaint was originally filed in 2024 when the first teaser of Jolly LLB 3 came out. The film's teaser was released last week, giving the first glimpse at the clash of the two Jollys, played by Akshay and Arshad.</p><h2>About Jolly LLB 3</h2><p>The third installment in the legal comedy franchise, Jolly LLB 3, will feature the two Jollys -Arshad Warsi and Akshay Kumar together on screen. The first part, led by Arshad, was a sleeper hit at the box office in 2013, earning close to ₹50 crore on a ₹10 crore budget. The sequel, starring Akshay Kumar in the lead, became a superhit, earning over ₹200 crore worldwide.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In Jolly LLB 3, the two actors reprise their roles and are pitted against each other. The film is written and directed by Subhash Kapoor and is produced by Alok Jain and Ajit Andhare. Jolly LLB 3 is slated to release in theatres on September 19, 2025.</p>

Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi will both play Jolly in the third sequel of legal comedy Jolly LLB 3. While the film is yet to release in theatres, it has irked an advocate in Pune who has sent the team legal summons for allegedly 'disrespecting judiciary'.

Actors Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi, along with director Subhash Kapoor, have been issued summons by a civil court in Pune for allegedly disrespecting the judiciary in the upcoming film Jolly LLB. The summons was issued following a petition filed by lawyer Wajed Rahim Khan. The three have been asked by the court to appear in person on October 28 at 11 am. Why has Jolly LLB 3 team been sent a legal summon? Advocate Wajed Rahim Khan has alleged that the film mocks the legal system and disrespects court proceedings. In plea filed by Khan, the advocate has objected to the portrayal of the legal profession in a negative light and raised concerns over a scene where judges are being addressed as ‘mama’- considered a slang term. Speaking to ANI, Khan demanded respect for the lawyers. “Whatever they have shown about the advocates and the judges is wrong... I filed a petition in the Pune court. And the court has asked Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi and the director to be present."

<p>Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi will both play Jolly in the third sequel of legal comedy Jolly LLB 3. While the film is yet to release in theatres, it has irked an advocate in Pune who has sent the team legal summons for allegedly 'disrespecting judiciary'.</p>

Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi summoned for allegedly disrespecting judiciary in Jolly LLB 3

<p><i>The Bads of Bollywood's </i>first preview was launched with a star-studded event in Mumbai, with Shah Rukh Khan introducing the cast of the upcoming Netflix series, along with his son and the show's director, Aryan Khan, in his first media appearance. After the event, Aryan hosted a dinner party, which was attended by his sister Suhana Khan, Chunky Panday, Bhavana Pandey, Sanjay Kapoor, Maheep Kapoor and the cast of the show.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/the-bads-of-bollywood-first-teaser-for-aryan-khan-s-directorial-debut-is-here-1755689500532"><strong>The Bads Of Bollywood: First teaser for Aryan Khan's directorial debut Netflix series is here</strong></a></p><h2>Aryan Khan on his vision for The Bads of Bollywood</h2><p><i>The Bads of Bollywood</i> marks Aryan Khan's directorial debut; he co-created and co-wrote the show with &nbsp;Bilal Siddiqi and Manav Chauhan. Speaking about the show at the event, Aryan shared, “With The Ba***ds of Bollywood, I wanted to build a world that feels alive, a mix of glitz and grit, where ambition shines, egos clash, and nothing is ever as it seems".</p><h2>What is The Bads of Bollywood about?</h2><p>The show will focus on an industry outsider played by Lakshya and how he navigates his acting career in Bollywood. The show will be a self-aware parody of the Hindi film industry, while not shying away from the dark side of the film industry, and promises audiences an insider look at the industry's inner workings.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/baap-ka-naam-says-shah-rukh-khan-to-son-aryan-khan-on-the-bads-of-bollywood-netflix-event-8688496"><strong>'Baap ka naam...': Shah Rukh Khan to son Aryan Khan on 'The BA***DS of Bollywood' Netflix event</strong></a></p><h2>The Bads of Bollywood's star-studded cast and cameos</h2><p>The show will have cameos from some of India's biggest stars, including Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, and Karan Johar. The cast of the show includes Bobby Deol, who will be playing a big star in the show and is rumoured to be playing a parody of himself. The rest of the supporting cast includes Raghav Juyal, Gautami Kapoor, Mona Singh, Manish Chaudhari, Manoj Pahwa, Vijayant Kohli, and Anya Singh.</p><h2>The Bads of Bollywood release date</h2><p>The show is co-produced by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment in association with Netflix. <i>The Bads of Bollywood</i> will make its worldwide debut on September 18.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bigg-boss-season-19-media-set-visit-called-off-due-to-mumbai-rains-will-the-show-premiere-on-sunday-1755669610508"><strong>Bigg Boss Season 19: Media set visit called off due to Mumbai rains; will the show premiere on Sunday?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p>

After the Bads of Bollywood preview event, Aryan hosted a dinner party, which was attended by his sister Suhana Khan and the cast. The show marks Aryan's directorial debut and will be streaming on Netflix this September.

The Bads of Bollywood's first preview was launched with a star-studded event in Mumbai, with Shah Rukh Khan introducing the cast of the upcoming Netflix series, along with his son and the show's director, Aryan Khan, in his first media appearance. After the event, Aryan hosted a dinner party, which was attended by his sister Suhana Khan, Chunky Panday, Bhavana Pandey, Sanjay Kapoor, Maheep Kapoor and the cast of the show. Also Read: The Bads Of Bollywood: First teaser for Aryan Khan's directorial debut Netflix series is here Aryan Khan on his vision for The Bads of Bollywood The Bads of Bollywood marks Aryan Khan's directorial debut; he co-created and co-wrote the show with Bilal Siddiqi and Manav Chauhan. Speaking about the show at the event, Aryan shared, “With The Ba***ds of Bollywood, I wanted to build a world that feels alive, a mix of glitz and grit, where ambition shines, egos clash, and nothing is ever as it seems". What is The Bads of Bollywood about? The show will focus on an industry outsider played by Lakshya and how he navigates his acting career in Bollywood. The show will be a self-aware parody of the Hindi film industry, while not shying away from the dark side of the film industry, and promises audiences an insider look at the industry's inner workings. Also Read: 'Baap ka naam...': Shah Rukh Khan to son Aryan Khan on 'The BA***DS of Bollywood' Netflix event The Bads of Bollywood's star-studded cast and cameos The show will have cameos from some of India's biggest stars, including Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, and Karan Johar. The cast of the show includes Bobby Deol, who will be playing a big star in the show and is rumoured to be playing a parody of himself. The rest of the supporting cast includes Raghav Juyal, Gautami Kapoor, Mona Singh, Manish Chaudhari, Manoj Pahwa, Vijayant Kohli, and Anya Singh. The Bads of Bollywood release date The show is co-produced by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment in association with Netflix. The Bads of Bollywood will make its worldwide debut on September 18. Also Read: Bigg Boss Season 19: Media set visit called off due to Mumbai rains; will the show premiere on Sunday?

<p>After the Bads of Bollywood preview event, Aryan Khan hosted a dinner party, which was attended by his sister Suhana Khan and the cast. The show marks Aryan's directorial debut and will be streaming on Netflix this September.</p>

The Bads of Bollywood preview: Aryan Khan throws dinner party, Suhana joins celebration

While occasional controversies are not new in Indian cinema, the last 15 years saw several films criticised over political polarisation. Here is a list of such films, in the context of the row over new film The Bengal Files

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<p>The first teaser for Aryan Khan's directorial debut, <i>The Bads Of Bollywood (The Ba*ds of Bollywood)</i>, is finally out. The show is one of the most anticipated Bollywood series of the year and focuses on the story of an outsider navigating their way through the Hindi film industry. The show will have cameos from some of India's biggest stars, including Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ba-ds-of-bollywood-teaser-aaryan-khan-brings-unexpected-story-of-bolllywood-preview-to-be-out-on-this-date-1755414103834"><strong>Ba***ds of Bollywood teaser: Aryan Khan brings unexpected story of Bollywood, preview to be out on THIS date</strong></a></p><h2>What is The Ba***ds of Bollywood about?</h2><p>The show will be a self-aware parody of Bollywood, while not shying away from the dark side of the film industry, and promises audiences an insider look at the workings of the Hindi film industry. The show will focus on industry outsiders played by Lakshya along with his friends, as they navigate their careers. Bobby Deol will be playing a big star in the show; it has been rumoured that it will be a parody version of himself. So far, the only other confirmed cameos in the show are Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, and Karan Johar.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/baap-ka-naam-says-shah-rukh-khan-to-son-aryan-khan-on-the-bads-of-bollywood-netflix-event-8688496"><strong> 'Baap ka naam...': Shah Rukh Khan to son Aryan Khan on 'The BA***DS of Bollywood' Netflix event</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The official synopsis of the show reads, “Set against a filmy backdrop, the first glimpse signals a generational shift, where the romance of the past meets the vision of a new storyteller. The Ba*ds of Bollywood is a genre-defying series that blends self-awareness with cheeky humour.”&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Bohot hard. Aur bohot heart bhi ❤️‍🔥🎬 <br>Watch The Ba***ds of Bollywood, out 18 September, only on Netflix.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TheBadsOfBollywoodOnNetflix?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TheBadsOfBollywoodOnNetflix</a> <a href="https://t.co/BelJPtCt99">pic.twitter.com/BelJPtCt99</a></p>&mdash; Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/NetflixIndia/status/1958149727750590651?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 20, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>The Ba*ds of Bollywood's cast and cameos</h2><p>Aryan Khan co-created and co-wrote the show along with Bilal Siddiqi and Manav Chauhan. Bonnie Jain and Akshat Verma serve as executive producers. The rest of the supporting cast includes Raghav Juyal, Gautami Kapoor, Mona Singh, Manish Chaudhari, Manoj Pahwa, Vijayant Kohli, and Anya Singh. The show is co-produced by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment in association with Netflix, marking their fifth collaboration.</p><h2>The Ba*ds of Bollywood release details</h2><p>It remains to be seen if the show will be a limited series or if we will get a second season. <i>The Ba*ds of Bollywood</i> will stream on Netflix on September 18</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/aryan-khans-directorial-debut-to-feature-lakshya-and-sahher-bambba-in-the-lead-reports-8695857"><strong>Aryan Khan's directorial debut to feature Lakshya and Sahher Bambba in the lead: Reports</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

The Bads of Bollywood marks the directorial debut of Aryan Khan. The show will be a self-aware party of the Hindi film industry and features cameos from Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan. So let's check out the first teaser for the Netflix series.

The first teaser for Aryan Khan's directorial debut, The Bads Of Bollywood (The Ba*ds of Bollywood), is finally out. The show is one of the most anticipated Bollywood series of the year and focuses on the story of an outsider navigating their way through the Hindi film industry. The show will have cameos from some of India's biggest stars, including Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan. Also Read: Ba***ds of Bollywood teaser: Aryan Khan brings unexpected story of Bollywood, preview to be out on THIS date What is The Ba***ds of Bollywood about? The show will be a self-aware parody of Bollywood, while not shying away from the dark side of the film industry, and promises audiences an insider look at the workings of the Hindi film industry. The show will focus on industry outsiders played by Lakshya along with his friends, as they navigate their careers. Bobby Deol will be playing a big star in the show; it has been rumoured that it will be a parody version of himself. So far, the only other confirmed cameos in the show are Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, and Karan Johar. Also Read: 'Baap ka naam...': Shah Rukh Khan to son Aryan Khan on 'The BA***DS of Bollywood' Netflix event The official synopsis of the show reads, “Set against a filmy backdrop, the first glimpse signals a generational shift, where the romance of the past meets the vision of a new storyteller. The Ba*ds of Bollywood is a genre-defying series that blends self-awareness with cheeky humour.”

<p>The Bads of Bollywood marks the directorial debut of Aryan Khan. The show will be a self-aware party of the Hindi film industry and features cameos from Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan. So let's check out the first teaser for the Netflix series.</p>

The Bads Of Bollywood: First teaser for Aryan Khan's directorial debut Netflix series is here

<p>The torrential rains in Mumbai have not spared anyone. Many parts of the city have been flooded and come to a standstill due to the incessant rains. Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan’s iconic Juhu bungalow Prateeksha, too, has been affected by the heavy rains. Bachchan has two bungalows in the Juhu area- Prateeksha and Jalsa.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A video of the road outside Big B’s residence, Prateeksha, has been shared by a news channel, which shows water levels high and entering the residence. The area is flooded with ankle-level water.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>More about Amitabh Bachchan’s home, Prateeksha</h2><p>The iconic bungalow, considered by many as a landmark in Mumbai, was bought soon after the success of Sholay. It was the first property he owned in Mumbai. Big B resided with his parents, poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan and mother Teji in this house for many years. It holds a special place for the Bachchan family, as both Shweta Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan were born here. Prateeksha remained in his residence for over 45 years, after which he shifted to Jalsa.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The star has now reportedly gifted Prateeksha to his daughter, Shweta Bachchan. It is a kilometer away from Jalsa, where Big B resides with his family.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Earlier, in one of his blogs, Amitabh Bachchan revealed how the house got the name Pratiksha and wrote, “Babuji saw the house as we invited him and Maa Ji to now live with us and named it, Prateeksha… It came from a line of one of his works: ‘Swagat sabke liye yaha par, nahi kisi ke liye prateeksha’.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai got married in the same house in 2007. The bungalow is reportedly valued at Rs 50.63 crore (over Rs 500 million).&nbsp;</p><h2>Mumbai rains</h2><p>Flights, local train services have been disrupted due to the incessant rains in Mumbai in the last three days. Heavy traffic congestion was also reported in certain areas on Tuesday morning due to relentless rainfall.&nbsp;</p><p>The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Mumbai, forecasting very heavy rainfall in isolated regions. Waterlogging was also seen at Mumbai Airport amid heavy rains.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-rains-mumbai-received-over-200-mm-of-rain-in-11-hours-city-sinks-under-torrential-rain-1755665950505/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-rains-mumbai-received-over-200-mm-of-rain-in-11-hours-city-sinks-under-torrential-rain-1755665950505/embed</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Amitabh Bachchan's residence Prateeksha, which is considred a landmark in Mumbai, has not been spared by the rains it seems. The bungalow has been flooded with ankle-level water thanks to the torrential rains. 

The torrential rains in Mumbai have not spared anyone. Many parts of the city have been flooded and come to a standstill due to the incessant rains. Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan’s iconic Juhu bungalow Prateeksha, too, has been affected by the heavy rains. Bachchan has two bungalows in the Juhu area- Prateeksha and Jalsa. A video of the road outside Big B’s residence, Prateeksha, has been shared by a news channel, which shows water levels high and entering the residence. The area is flooded with ankle-level water. More about Amitabh Bachchan’s home, Prateeksha The iconic bungalow, considered by many as a landmark in Mumbai, was bought soon after the success of Sholay. It was the first property he owned in Mumbai. Big B resided with his parents, poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan and mother Teji in this house for many years. It holds a special place for the Bachchan family, as both Shweta Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan were born here. Prateeksha remained in his residence for over 45 years, after which he shifted to Jalsa. The star has now reportedly gifted Prateeksha to his daughter, Shweta Bachchan. It is a kilometer away from Jalsa, where Big B resides with his family. Earlier, in one of his blogs, Amitabh Bachchan revealed how the house got the name Pratiksha and wrote, “Babuji saw the house as we invited him and Maa Ji to now live with us and named it, Prateeksha… It came from a line of one of his works: ‘Swagat sabke liye yaha par, nahi kisi ke liye prateeksha’.” Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai got married in the same house in 2007. The bungalow is reportedly valued at Rs 50.63 crore (over Rs 500 million). Mumbai rains Flights, local train services have been disrupted due to the incessant rains in Mumbai in the last three days. Heavy traffic congestion was also reported in certain areas on Tuesday morning due to relentless rainfall. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Mumbai, forecasting very heavy rainfall in isolated regions. Waterlogging was also seen at Mumbai Airport amid heavy rains. https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-rains-mumbai-received-over-200-mm-of-rain-in-11-hours-city-sinks-under-torrential-rain-1755665950505/embed

<p>Amitabh Bachchan's residence Prateeksha, which is considred a landmark in Mumbai, has not been spared by the rains it seems. The bungalow has been flooded with ankle-level water thanks to the torrential rains.&nbsp;</p>

Amitabh Bachchan’s residence Prateeksha flooded due to Mumbai rains

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