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<p>The 2 minutes and 24 seconds, begin with the haunting night of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, with horrific sound that was accompanied by the sound of a police car, gunfire, and breaking news reports. Then the trailer introduces the hospital staff, offering a glimpse into the world of nurses and their daily responsibilities. However, things change for them after the terrorist attack, and it's up to them to decide how they will save everyone from the terrorists, who are at the door.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/cocktail-2-trailer-out-shahid-kapoor-kriti-sanon-rashmika-mandanna-navigate-love-friendship-and-heartbreak-watch-1780397125748">Cocktail 2 trailer: Shahid, Kriti, Rashmika navigate love and friendship</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The trailer showcases the extraordinary determination, sacrifice, and humanity of nurses that the world doesn't know.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Apart from Kangana and Girija Oak, the movie also stars Smita Tambe, Amrutha Namdev, Esha Dey, Priya Berde, Asha Shelar, Suhita Thatte, Rasika Agashe, Aditya Mishra and Zahid Khan.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Slated for a theatrical release on June 12, 2026, the movie is backed by Pen Studios and presented by Jayantilal Gada. It is produced in collaboration with Manikarnika Films, Paramhans Creations, Eunoia Films LLP, and Floating Rocks Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.</p>

Set to release on June 12, Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata stars Kangana Ranaut as a nurse and centers on Cama And Albless Hospital, which came under attack during the 2008 Mumbai terror strikes.

Kangana Ranaut is set to return to the big screen with Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata, a film that tells the story of the unseen heroes of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, the nurses who stepped up during the crisis. The movie honours the courage and selflessness of nurses, who risked their lives to save patients, kids in Mumbai's Cama and Albless Hospital amid the terror attacks. Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata trailer out: Kangana Ranaut brings the story of 26/11 unsung heroes On Tuesday, June 2, the makers unveiled the trailer for Bharat Bhagya Viddhaata. Directed by Manoj Tapadia, the film is set against the backdrop of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. It centres on the nurses and medical staff of Mumbai’s Hospital, who put the lives of children and other patients ahead of their own. Also read: Off Campus star Mika Abdalla and Jake Short end engagement, rep issues statement Watch the trailer below:

<p>Set to release on June 12, Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata stars Kangana Ranaut as a nurse and centers on Cama And Albless Hospital, which came under attack during the 2008 Mumbai terror strikes.</p>

Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata trailer out: Kangana Ranaut brings the story of 26/11 unsung heroes to the big screen

<p>The much-awaited trailer of Cocktail 2 has finally been released, leaving the fans excited for the sequel to the 2012 hit. Exploring friendship, romance and emotional turmoil, the upcoming movie stars Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles.</p><p>Directed by Homi Adajania, the romantic drama is set against the backdrop of Italy, and it revisits themes of love and companionship that made the original film popular among viewers.</p><h2>Cocktail 2 trailer</h2><p>The video opens with Kapoor sharing about his love life. "Whenever a relationship is new, it's exciting because it's new. New friends are fun because their stories are fun for us," he says in Hindi. Then comes Kunal (Shahid Kapoor), Ally (Kriti Sanon) and Diya (Rashmika Mandanna), whose lives become connected during the summer.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/cocktail-2-shahid-kapoor-teases-rashmika-mandanna-over-controversy-moment-kriti-sanon-can-t-stop-laughing-watch-1780137258830"><strong>Cocktail 2: Shahid Kapoor teases Rashmika Mandanna over controversy moment; Kriti Sanon can't stop laughing | Watch</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The trailer hints that their friendship gradually evolves into a love triangle with emotions at its peak as Kunal appears to have a connection with Diya, but Ally also grows feelings for him.</p><p>Alongside stunning European landscapes, the makers have also given fans a nostalgic touch with the beloved song Tum Hi Ho Bandhu, from the original Cocktail, that featured Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sharing the trailer on social media, Maddock Films wrote, "From friends to lovers to CHAOS, the perfect is back.."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/an-elderly-man-shares-a-heartwarming-moment-with-shahid-kapoor-netizens-hail-the-sweet-gesture-watch-1778301815163"><strong>Shahid Kapoor's heartwarming moment with an elderly man wins the internet | Watch</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/-unpaid-pr-team-pritam-breaks-silence-on-cocktail-2-song-mashooqa-plagiarism-allegations-1779367453287"><strong>‘Unpaid PR team’: Pritam breaks silence on Cocktail 2 song Mashooqa plagiarism allegations</strong></a></p><h2>Internet reactions</h2><p>The trailer went viral in no time, sparking conversations online. One user wrote, "Tum hi ho bandhu 2.0 Release as soon as possible," while another said, "Anyone who doubted Kriti's skills, she has shut down everyone with her performance. She has her own grace and aura and she's such a phenomenal actress." One fan said, "Tujhko = Pure Masterpiece Arijit Singh." Praising Kapoor another user wrote, "Shahid Kapoor still look's like 25 year.."</p><h2>Cast opens up about the film</h2><p>As per Peeping Moon, speaking about the trailer, Kapoor said, "Cocktail 2 is what summer feels like. It has madness, emotion, humour, romance and a lot of heart. It’s the kind of film you want to experience with your friends. We had an amazing time making it, and I think that energy really comes through in the trailer."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/the-crime-that-inspired-raakh-inside-the-infamous-geeta-and-sanjay-chopra-abduction-and-murder-case-1780390217984"><strong>The true story behind Raakh: The Geeta and Sanjay Chopra murder case</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While Kriti Sanon added, "What I love about Cocktail 2 is that it feels stylish &amp; visually refreshing, but also very relatable &amp; modern. The relationships are messy, warm and real in their own way. The characters are beautifully flawed &amp; the film is a toast to friendship &amp; love from today’s lens. And honestly, the music just takes everything to another level!"</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For Rashmika Mandanna, "Cocktail 2 feels like a beautiful mix of love, friendship and all the emotions that come with figuring life out. The trailer really captures the warmth and fun spirit of Diya, Ally and Kunal. Make it a movie outing with friends, partners and family and catch the experience on the big screen."</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

The makers have released the trailer of Cocktail 2, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna. The clip gives viewers a glimpse of friendship, and romance set against the picturesque backdrop of Italy. 

The much-awaited trailer of Cocktail 2 has finally been released, leaving the fans excited for the sequel to the 2012 hit. Exploring friendship, romance and emotional turmoil, the upcoming movie stars Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles. Directed by Homi Adajania, the romantic drama is set against the backdrop of Italy, and it revisits themes of love and companionship that made the original film popular among viewers. Cocktail 2 trailer The video opens with Kapoor sharing about his love life. "Whenever a relationship is new, it's exciting because it's new. New friends are fun because their stories are fun for us," he says in Hindi. Then comes Kunal (Shahid Kapoor), Ally (Kriti Sanon) and Diya (Rashmika Mandanna), whose lives become connected during the summer. Also Read: Cocktail 2: Shahid Kapoor teases Rashmika Mandanna over controversy moment; Kriti Sanon can't stop laughing | Watch The trailer hints that their friendship gradually evolves into a love triangle with emotions at its peak as Kunal appears to have a connection with Diya, but Ally also grows feelings for him. Alongside stunning European landscapes, the makers have also given fans a nostalgic touch with the beloved song Tum Hi Ho Bandhu, from the original Cocktail, that featured Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty. Sharing the trailer on social media, Maddock Films wrote, "From friends to lovers to CHAOS, the perfect is back.." Also Read: Shahid Kapoor's heartwarming moment with an elderly man wins the internet | Watch

<p>The makers have released the trailer of Cocktail 2, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna. The clip gives viewers a glimpse of friendship and romance set against the picturesque backdrop of Italy.&nbsp;</p>

Cocktail 2 trailer out! Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, Rashmika Mandanna navigate love, friendship and heartbreak | Watch

<p>In 2022, news of former IPL chairman Lalit Modi dating Sushmita Sen broke the internet. Many refused to believe it, even after Modi made their relationship official with photos.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After four years, the businessman has finally broken his silence on what went wrong between them that led to their breakup</p><h2>Lalit Modi reveals why his relationship with Sushmita ended.</h2><p>Sushmita Sen’s career was in India, while mine was in London. The distance was not in the former couple's favour. Things may have ended, but Modi had nothing negative to say about Sushmita, who faced a wave of backlash when their relationship was made public and was called a gold-digger.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Addressing the reason behind the breakup, Modi said it was the distance, noting that her career was in India and he was based in London.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/i-was-a-diamond-digger-lalit-modi-reacts-to-gold-digger-claims-against-sushmita-sen-1780381881540">Lalit Modi reacts to 'gold digger' claims against Sushmita Sen</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Sushmita was very special to me. She made me grow into a lot of things that I am today. She was extremely special. She was very much part of my life at that time and would have been (even today)… But it was just that the distance was too much for us,” Lalit said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Her career was in India, and my life was in London. But it was a very special relationship. I have the fondest memories of her. She is still a very dear friend of mine, and I just wish her all the best. She is an amazing lady with what she has done with two girls. Her parents are very special. As a single mother, she has done a tremendous job in her life. I sit in amazement when I look at her, how she grows. I wish her all the best,” he added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/raakh-trailer-ali-fazal-sonali-bendre-and-aamir-bashir-feature-together-for-this-gritty-thriller-based-on-real-life-incident-1780368596858">Raakh trailer: Ali Fazal and Sonali Bendre come together for a gritty thriller</a></p><h2>Sushmita was not a gold-digger, calls himself Diamond digger: Lalit Modi</h2><p>With a net worth of around $600 million as of 2025, Modi is a prominent figure in both the cricket and business worlds. When he announced his relationship with the former Miss Universe, many were quick to slam her as a gold-digger, a colloquial term for someone who gets into a romantic relationship primarily for financial gain. Responding to this, Modi said that instead of her being a gold-digger, he himself is a diamond digger.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"There wasn’t a time I went out with Sushmita that I had to pay for anything. She paid for everything. I was like a kept boyfriend. So Sushmita is a woman that is very proud, and I’m going to say this very happily, and she is the remarkable lady and the self-made lady, self-made lady, and she will never accept anything from anybody," he added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The businessman further stated, "So when somebody says she’s a gold digger, no, Lalit was a diamond digger. It wasn’t she was a gold digger. I was hoping that I was a diamond digger as far as she was concerned, because she was truly a diamond. And as far as I’m concerned, she could have anybody on the planet she wanted. It was never about money."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, the news of the relationship and breakup has only been shared by Modi. Sushmita has not confirmed their relationship status as of now.</p>

Lalit Modi, the renowned businessman who broke the internet in 2022 when he made his relationship with Sushmita Sen official, has now addressed the relationship rumours four years later.

In 2022, news of former IPL chairman Lalit Modi dating Sushmita Sen broke the internet. Many refused to believe it, even after Modi made their relationship official with photos. After four years, the businessman has finally broken his silence on what went wrong between them that led to their breakup Lalit Modi reveals why his relationship with Sushmita ended. Sushmita Sen’s career was in India, while mine was in London. The distance was not in the former couple's favour. Things may have ended, but Modi had nothing negative to say about Sushmita, who faced a wave of backlash when their relationship was made public and was called a gold-digger. Addressing the reason behind the breakup, Modi said it was the distance, noting that her career was in India and he was based in London. Also read: Lalit Modi reacts to 'gold digger' claims against Sushmita Sen “Sushmita was very special to me. She made me grow into a lot of things that I am today. She was extremely special. She was very much part of my life at that time and would have been (even today)… But it was just that the distance was too much for us,” Lalit said. “Her career was in India, and my life was in London. But it was a very special relationship. I have the fondest memories of her. She is still a very dear friend of mine, and I just wish her all the best. She is an amazing lady with what she has done with two girls. Her parents are very special. As a single mother, she has done a tremendous job in her life. I sit in amazement when I look at her, how she grows. I wish her all the best,” he added. Also read: Raakh trailer: Ali Fazal and Sonali Bendre come together for a gritty thriller Sushmita was not a gold-digger, calls himself Diamond digger: Lalit Modi With a net worth of around $600 million as of 2025, Modi is a prominent figure in both the cricket and business worlds. When he announced his relationship with the former Miss Universe, many were quick to slam her as a gold-digger, a colloquial term for someone who gets into a romantic relationship primarily for financial gain. Responding to this, Modi said that instead of her being a gold-digger, he himself is a diamond digger. "There wasn’t a time I went out with Sushmita that I had to pay for anything. She paid for everything. I was like a kept boyfriend. So Sushmita is a woman that is very proud, and I’m going to say this very happily, and she is the remarkable lady and the self-made lady, self-made lady, and she will never accept anything from anybody," he added. The businessman further stated, "So when somebody says she’s a gold digger, no, Lalit was a diamond digger. It wasn’t she was a gold digger. I was hoping that I was a diamond digger as far as she was concerned, because she was truly a diamond. And as far as I’m concerned, she could have anybody on the planet she wanted. It was never about money." However, the news of the relationship and breakup has only been shared by Modi. Sushmita has not confirmed their relationship status as of now.

<p>Lalit Modi, the renowned businessman who broke the internet in 2022 when he made his relationship with Sushmita Sen official, has now addressed the relationship rumours four years later.</p>

'My life was in London, her India': Lalit Modi explains what went wrong with Sushmita Sen

<p>Salman Khan is once again making headlines, but this time for sending a legal notice to the makers of a film titled <i>Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy</i>. Directed by Bharat S. Shrinate and produced by Amit Jani, the project grabbed attention after its first-look poster was unveiled.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Many netizens believe that the movie draws inspiration from Khan's long-running blackbuck poaching case, a widely discussed legal matter.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/kala-hiran-is-a-movie-based-on-salman-khan-s-blackbuck-case-in-the-works-1780156745447"><strong>Kala Hiran: Is a movie based on Salman Khan’s blackbuck case in the works?</strong></a></p><h2>Is Kala Hiran based on Salman Khan?</h2><p>As per reports, the actor's legal representatives have issued a notice seeking a stay on the film's release, along with demands for the removal of posters, promotional materials, and related content from public platforms.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The poster that went viral on social media features a man holding a gun, and it is said that the character bears a resemblance to Salman Khan. The makers have revealed that their teaser is set to release on June 20.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/salman-khan-reveals-secret-to-his-successful-acting-career-i-ve-never-read-a-script-1778910809825"><strong>Salman Khan reveals secret to his successful acting career</strong></a></p>

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<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/battle-of-galwan-all-you-need-to-know-about-salman-khan-s-upcoming-film-1751692407963"><strong>Battle of Galwan: All you need to know about Salman Khan's upcoming film</strong></a></p><h2>Producer opens up about the film</h2><p>Earlier, speaking about the film to IANS, producer Amit Jani had stated that the story revolves around the 1998 blackbuck hunting case in Rajasthan.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Bollywood actors who had come to Jodhpur- Saif Ali Khan, Salman Khan, Tabu, Sonali Bendre, Satish Shah, and other people- were together during the shooting. The hunting that took place at that time, Salman Khan’s arrest and the punishment have been shown in the film. And its poster was very much awaited. People were waiting for a long time for a cinematic story around Salman Khan, Lawrence Bishnoi and the case of deer hunting," he said.</p><h2>Jani shares documents on social media</h2><p>Just days after the poster was released, Jani shared what he claimed were copies of documents on social media, and alleged that Khan is trying to pressure people linked to the film.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/bobby-deol-on-not-increasing-his-fee-for-bandar-money-isn-t-the-first-thing-i-think-about-1780385348952"><strong>Bobby Deol on not increasing his fee for Bandar: 'Money isn’t the first thing I think about'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Salman Khan is threatening people associated with the movie Kala Hiran by sending legal notices. The purpose of the notice is only to scare people so that they bow down to glamour," he wrote in Hindi.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, Salman Khan's team has not addressed the matter publicly so far.</p><h2>About the blackbuck case</h2><p>The legal case dates back to 1998, when Salman Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Sonali Bendre, Neelam, and Tabu were accused of hunting protected blackbucks in Rajasthan during the shoot of Hum Saath Saath Hain. The proceedings got widespread attention for almost three decades.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy producer Amit Jani has claimed that Salman Khan has sent legal notice to the makers regarding the film. It is allegedly based on the 1998 blackbuck hunting case in Rajasthan.

Salman Khan is once again making headlines, but this time for sending a legal notice to the makers of a film titled Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy. Directed by Bharat S. Shrinate and produced by Amit Jani, the project grabbed attention after its first-look poster was unveiled. Many netizens believe that the movie draws inspiration from Khan's long-running blackbuck poaching case, a widely discussed legal matter. Also Read: Kala Hiran: Is a movie based on Salman Khan’s blackbuck case in the works? Is Kala Hiran based on Salman Khan? As per reports, the actor's legal representatives have issued a notice seeking a stay on the film's release, along with demands for the removal of posters, promotional materials, and related content from public platforms. The poster that went viral on social media features a man holding a gun, and it is said that the character bears a resemblance to Salman Khan. The makers have revealed that their teaser is set to release on June 20. Also Read: Salman Khan reveals secret to his successful acting career

<p>Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy producer Amit Jani has claimed that Salman Khan has sent a legal notice to the makers regarding the film. It is allegedly based on the 1998 blackbuck hunting case in Rajasthan.</p>

Kala Hiran producer claims Salman Khan sent legal notice over blackbuck case film

<p>Bobby Deol is back with another gripping drama, Bandar. &nbsp;This time, he has collaborated with Anurag Kashyap, who is known for his raw and gritty storytelling. Marking their first collaboration, the film has already generated significant buzz. Its recently released trailer took the internet by storm, offering a glimpse into a world filled with shocking twists, intense courtroom drama, powerful dialogues, and a standout performance from Bobby Deol.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Even after winning widespread acclaim for his performance in Animal, Bobby Deol continues to surprise audiences with his choice of roles. Ahead of Bandar’s release, Bobby Deol revealed that he did not increase his fee for the film. Bobby shared that when a project genuinely excites him as an actor, money is not the first thing he thinks about. The opportunity to be part of a compelling story and portray a unique character was what attracted him to Bandar.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Bobby Deol shared, “I didn't increase my fee for this film. When a project truly excites me as an actor, money isn't the first thing I think about. What drew me in was the opportunity to play such a real, grounded character. We are often conditioned to portray larger-than-life roles, but being completely normal on screen is actually far more challenging. Anurag wasn't looking for theatrics or embellishment—he wanted honesty and authenticity. Working with him felt like being part of an acting workshop. Every single day on set, I learnt something new.”</p>

<p>The Bandar trailer has created significant anticipation with its intense and intriguing narrative. Iy showed Bobby Deol is seen in a strikingly different avatar as Sameer Mehra, a former pop superstar whose life spirals into chaos after facing sexual assault allegations. As he battles a high-stakes courtroom case and relentless media scrutiny, the thriller explores truth, perception, and the complexities of justice.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Bandar is written by Sudip Sharma and Abhishek Banerjee, the acclaimed duo behind Paatal Lok, Kohra, and Udta Punjab. Directed by Anurag Kashyap, Produced by Nikhil Dwivedi’s Saffron Magicworks and backed by Zee Studios, Bandar releases in cinemas worldwide on 5th June 2026.</p>

Led by Bobby Deol and helmed by Anurag Kashyap, Bandar is produced by Nikhil Dwivedi under Saffron Magicworks in association with Zee Studios. Bandar is slated for a theatrical release on June 5, 2026. 

Bobby Deol is back with another gripping drama, Bandar. This time, he has collaborated with Anurag Kashyap, who is known for his raw and gritty storytelling. Marking their first collaboration, the film has already generated significant buzz. Its recently released trailer took the internet by storm, offering a glimpse into a world filled with shocking twists, intense courtroom drama, powerful dialogues, and a standout performance from Bobby Deol. Even after winning widespread acclaim for his performance in Animal, Bobby Deol continues to surprise audiences with his choice of roles. Ahead of Bandar’s release, Bobby Deol revealed that he did not increase his fee for the film. Bobby shared that when a project genuinely excites him as an actor, money is not the first thing he thinks about. The opportunity to be part of a compelling story and portray a unique character was what attracted him to Bandar. Bobby Deol shared, “I didn't increase my fee for this film. When a project truly excites me as an actor, money isn't the first thing I think about. What drew me in was the opportunity to play such a real, grounded character. We are often conditioned to portray larger-than-life roles, but being completely normal on screen is actually far more challenging. Anurag wasn't looking for theatrics or embellishment—he wanted honesty and authenticity. Working with him felt like being part of an acting workshop. Every single day on set, I learnt something new.”

<p>Led by Bobby Deol and helmed by Anurag Kashyap, Bandar is produced by Nikhil Dwivedi under Saffron Magicworks in association with Zee Studios. Bandar is slated for a theatrical release on June 5, 2026.&nbsp;</p>

Bobby Deol on not increasing his fee for Bandar: 'Money isn’t the first thing I think about'

<p>Lalit Modi has once again sparked a discussion surrounding his relationship with former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen, which was once a hot topic of conversation in the media.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The businessman has now addressed the allegations that the actress was interested in him for financial benefits.</p><h2>Lalit Modi says Sushmita Sen is very wealthy</h2><p>During his conversation with <i>Humans of Bombay</i>, the former IPL chairman called Sen a successful woman and clarified that she never relied on him for money.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/raakh-trailer-ali-fazal-sonali-bendre-and-aamir-bashir-feature-together-for-this-gritty-thriller-based-on-real-life-incident-1780368596858"><strong>Raakh trailer: Ali Fazal and Sonali Bendre come together for a gritty thriller</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Addressing the rumours, he said, "Sushmita, please understand, is a very beautiful and a very well-to-do lady. I don’t know if anybody knows this, but she has more diamonds than anybody I know on the planet. And she has earned it herself, and she has diamond stores. So she’s a very wealthy lady. She has done it all on her own."</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Just for clarity. Not married - just dating each other. That too it will happen one day. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 <a href="https://t.co/Rx6ze6lrhE">pic.twitter.com/Rx6ze6lrhE</a></p>&mdash; Lalit Kumar Modi (@LalitKModi) <a href="https://x.com/LalitKModi/status/1547595996363780096?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 14, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/emraan-hashmi-s-serial-kisser-image-was-deliberate-pr-plan-reveals-former-publicist-1780367720379"><strong>Emraan Hashmi's 'serial kisser' image was deliberate PR plan</strong></a></p><h2>Was Sen a gold digger?</h2><p>The two made headlines in 2022 after Modi posted a series of photographs from their vacation. He confirmed their relationship, saying, "Just for clarity. Not married - just dating each other. That too it will happen one day." The announcement led to widespread discussion online, and many called her a "gold digger" for dating him.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"There wasn’t a time I went out with Sushmita that I had to pay for anything. She paid for everything. I was like a kept boyfriend. So Sushmita is a woman that is very proud, and I’m going to say this very happily, and she is the remarkable lady and the self-made lady, self-made lady, and she will never accept anything from anybody," he added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-bandar-to-governor-the-june-releases-we-are-excited-to-watch-1780330848385"><strong>From Bandar to Governor, the June releases we are excited to watch!</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The businessman further stated, "So when somebody says she’s a gold digger, no, Lalit was a diamond digger. It wasn’t she was a gold digger. I was hoping that I was a diamond digger as far as she was concerned, because she was truly a diamond. And as far as I’m concerned, she could have anybody on the planet she wanted. It was never about money."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/anushka-sharma-plants-a-kiss-on-virat-kohli-s-forehead-as-they-celebrate-rcb-s-ipl-win-see-pic-1780315153831"><strong>Anushka Sharma plants a kiss on Virat Kohli’s forehead as they celebrate IPL win</strong></a></p><h2>Modi on making a public relationship with Sen</h2><p>During the interview, Modi also shared making relationship public relationship with the actress. "I did it right in front of her. She didn't think I would actually post it. We were arguing about something on the plane and she said, 'You're not going to post this.' I laughed and pressed the button," Modi recalled. "By the time we landed, all hell had broken loose. But there was nothing wrong with it. She never asked me to take it down, and I never considered doing that."</p><p><br>As per reports, their relationship came to an end in early 2025.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Lalit Modi opens up about his relationship with Sushmita Sen, and addresses the "gold digger" claims against her. The two made headlines in 2022 after the businessman shared photos of their vacation. 


Lalit Modi has once again sparked a discussion surrounding his relationship with former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen, which was once a hot topic of conversation in the media. The businessman has now addressed the allegations that the actress was interested in him for financial benefits. Lalit Modi says Sushmita Sen is very wealthy During his conversation with Humans of Bombay, the former IPL chairman called Sen a successful woman and clarified that she never relied on him for money. Also Read: Raakh trailer: Ali Fazal and Sonali Bendre come together for a gritty thriller Addressing the rumours, he said, "Sushmita, please understand, is a very beautiful and a very well-to-do lady. I don’t know if anybody knows this, but she has more diamonds than anybody I know on the planet. And she has earned it herself, and she has diamond stores. So she’s a very wealthy lady. She has done it all on her own."

<p>Lalit Modi opens up about his relationship with Sushmita Sen and addresses the "gold digger" claims against her. The two made headlines in 2022 after the businessman shared photos of their vacation.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

'I was a diamond digger': Lalit Modi reacts to 'gold digger' claims against Sushmita Sen

<p>It's not a secret that Emraan Hashmi had a "serial kisser" label during the 2000s, which often overshadowed conversations about his performance. But now, a former publicist has made shocking revelations that the image was intentionally developed for the actor.</p><h2>Emraan Hashmi's serial kisser image</h2><p>During a conversation with Soha Ali Khan on her podcast All About Her, PR expert Parul Gossain opened up about the tag and how the idea came up for building Hashmi's public profile.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/emraan-hashmi-defends-haq-amid-controversy-as-a-liberal-muslim-i-can-say-1761748225993"><strong> Emraan Hashmi defends Haq amid controversy; 'As a liberal Muslim, I can say...'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Emraan Hashmi is so fed up with that image. He has given me a go-ahead to say it," Gossain said, recalling those days. "There was Emraan Hashmi. He has no interest in PR. I remember Mahesh Bhatt saying that we have to do PR for him now. I told him that all his stories about kissing girls always get picked up. Why don't we create an image for him that he kisses everybody in every film, all the girls in every film? So Mahesh Bhatt said, 'Isme baat toh hai.'"</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/awarapan-2-release-date-out-emraan-hashmi-returns-as-shivam-disha-patani-joins-the-cast-1776766574577"><strong>Awarapan 2 release date out: Emraan Hashmi returns as Shivam</strong></a></p><h2>Hashmi was initially hesitant</h2><p>As per Gossain, the actor was hesitant at first about the concept as he thought it would affect his personal life. "So we told Emraan. He said, 'Yaar, Parveen, my wife, will kill me.' I said, 'You get her and I'll have a word with her.' He said, 'Acha theek hai,' because he can't go against Mahesh Bhatt basically. I told her that this is just a marketing campaign. This is not his thing. He is very against it. I told her that it works for us really well because we have so many films lined up with him. But if we don't have a story, how do we do it? And it worked for him, especially in B and C centres. It worked for him tremendously."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The plan eventually became successful, and it became one of the most recognizable celebrity images of that period.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/awarapan-2-emraan-hashmi-starrer-goes-on-floors-filming-begins-in-bangkok-1759140083793"><strong>Awarapan 2: Emraan Hashmi starrer goes on floors, filming begins in Bangkok</strong></a></p><h2>When Emraan Hashmi addressed the serial kisser image</h2><p>Earlier, during an interview with Hindustan Times, Hashmi had himself addressed the image. "They were commercial successes, and I was also raking in that image. We were playing up to it through the marketing. The press was in on it," he said. "After a decade of doing it, I realised that the audience changes. They say that every 10 to 14 years, it switches. The next generation comes to the theatres. It's very important to reinvent yourself for that fresh audience. And every character, every mould, reaches the saturation point. You can only juice it out as much. And I realised I juiced it to the hilt, yeah. So it was very important to me to switch."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-bandar-to-governor-the-june-releases-we-are-excited-to-watch-1780330848385"><strong>From Bandar to Governor, the June releases we are excited to watch!</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In another interview, he also revealed, "There was a time when I used to get a little annoyed. I wanted people to take me slightly more seriously."</p><p><br>Despite taking on a variety of roles over the years, it was difficult to shake off the image. "What happens is that when you have such a strong image, especially in a very conservative society like India, they will still hold on to it. Like, if you see people from the press conference the other day, there was still a question about the kiss that pops up. But that's India. They are still obsessed with it," Hashmi said.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Emraan Hashmi's serial kisser image in the 2000s was a part of a promotional campaign. A PR expert revealed how he was initially hesitant about it but the plan later worked for him. Read on to know more.

It's not a secret that Emraan Hashmi had a "serial kisser" label during the 2000s, which often overshadowed conversations about his performance. But now, a former publicist has made shocking revelations that the image was intentionally developed for the actor. Emraan Hashmi's serial kisser image During a conversation with Soha Ali Khan on her podcast All About Her, PR expert Parul Gossain opened up about the tag and how the idea came up for building Hashmi's public profile. Also Read: Emraan Hashmi defends Haq amid controversy; 'As a liberal Muslim, I can say...' "Emraan Hashmi is so fed up with that image. He has given me a go-ahead to say it," Gossain said, recalling those days. "There was Emraan Hashmi. He has no interest in PR. I remember Mahesh Bhatt saying that we have to do PR for him now. I told him that all his stories about kissing girls always get picked up. Why don't we create an image for him that he kisses everybody in every film, all the girls in every film? So Mahesh Bhatt said, 'Isme baat toh hai.'" Also Read: Awarapan 2 release date out: Emraan Hashmi returns as Shivam Hashmi was initially hesitant As per Gossain, the actor was hesitant at first about the concept as he thought it would affect his personal life. "So we told Emraan. He said, 'Yaar, Parveen, my wife, will kill me.' I said, 'You get her and I'll have a word with her.' He said, 'Acha theek hai,' because he can't go against Mahesh Bhatt basically. I told her that this is just a marketing campaign. This is not his thing. He is very against it. I told her that it works for us really well because we have so many films lined up with him. But if we don't have a story, how do we do it? And it worked for him, especially in B and C centres. It worked for him tremendously." The plan eventually became successful, and it became one of the most recognizable celebrity images of that period. Also Read: Awarapan 2: Emraan Hashmi starrer goes on floors, filming begins in Bangkok When Emraan Hashmi addressed the serial kisser image Earlier, during an interview with Hindustan Times, Hashmi had himself addressed the image. "They were commercial successes, and I was also raking in that image. We were playing up to it through the marketing. The press was in on it," he said. "After a decade of doing it, I realised that the audience changes. They say that every 10 to 14 years, it switches. The next generation comes to the theatres. It's very important to reinvent yourself for that fresh audience. And every character, every mould, reaches the saturation point. You can only juice it out as much. And I realised I juiced it to the hilt, yeah. So it was very important to me to switch." Also Read: From Bandar to Governor, the June releases we are excited to watch! In another interview, he also revealed, "There was a time when I used to get a little annoyed. I wanted people to take me slightly more seriously." Despite taking on a variety of roles over the years, it was difficult to shake off the image. "What happens is that when you have such a strong image, especially in a very conservative society like India, they will still hold on to it. Like, if you see people from the press conference the other day, there was still a question about the kiss that pops up. But that's India. They are still obsessed with it," Hashmi said.

<p>Emraan Hashmi's serial kisser image in the 2000s was a part of a promotional campaign. A PR expert revealed how he was initially hesitant about it, but the plan later worked for him. Read on to know more.</p>

Emraan Hashmi's 'serial kisser' image was deliberate PR plan, reveals former publicist

<p>Anushka Sharma is a proud wife, and she has every reason to be one. Her husband, cricketer Virat Kohli, yet again played an impressive innings at the IPL final on Sunday, which led to his team, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, winning the trophy for the second consecutive year. Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans to lift the trophy at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The match had everyone on the edge, especially in the last hour, and Anushka was spotted anxiously watching every ball of Virat’s innings. As RCB won the final, Anushka was seen beaming with joy and celebrating wildly. Hours after she has posted an adorable pic with Virat on her Instagram</p><h2>Anushka &amp; Virat celebrate IPL win with a kiss</h2><p>Anushka Sharma took to her Instagram to share an adorable photo with Virat Kohli hours after RCB won the match. In the photo the couple have the IPL trophy between them, as they both hold it. Anushka can be seen planting a kiss on Virat’s forehead as the cricketer beams joyfully.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Anushka captioned the post with peace sign, red heart and folded hands emoticons, a reflection that this was a moment that could barely be described in words.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reacting to the sweet picture, a fan commented, “Through every high and low, she was there.” Another said, “You are the lucky charm.” A comment read, “Picture of the day.” “Anushka kissing the real trophy!” read a comment. The post got a million likes within a few minutes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-band-baaja-baarat-to-pk-top-7-movies-of-anushka-sharma-you-must-watch-on-netflix-prime-and-other-ott-1777529127565">Anushka Sharma's must watch movies on Netflix, Prime and other OTT</a></p><h2>Anushka celebrates RCB victory</h2><p>On Sunday evening, RCB defeated Gujarat Titans in a largely one-sided final at Ahmedabad. Virat, 37, was the top scorer in his side, and RCB successfully chased runs. Virat took home the Player of the Match award. Several videos and photos of Anushka celebrating RCB's victory have surfaced online, and fans can't stop gushing over them. In one of the clips, Anushka is seen erupting in joy as Virat Kohli sealed match with winning six. She also took to Instagram and shared a picture of Virat flaunting a T-shirt that read, "One time felt nice, we did it twice."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/flying-kisses-rcb-victory-dances-and-more-virat-kohli-anushka-sharma-s-ipl-final-moments-go-viral-1780287646066"><strong>Flying kisses, victory dances: Anushka Sharma's IPL final moments go viral</strong></a></p><h2>About Anushka and Virat</h2><p>Anushka and Virat met during an advertisement shoot years back. After dating for a few years, they tied the knot in an intimate wedding ceremony in Italy in December 2017. Anushka gave birth to their daughter, Vamika, in 2021 and their son, Akaay, in 2024. Since the pandemic, Virat and Anushka have shifted their base to the UK, where they raise their two children.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/anushka-sharma-and-virat-kohli-s-pose-with-fan-during-casual-outing-in-london-see-pic-1769600258807">Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli's pose with fan during casual outing in London</a></p>

Anushka Sharma shared an adorable photo on Instagram as her husband Virat Kohli and his team Royal Challengers Bengaluru picked up the IPL 2026 trophy on Sunday night. 

Anushka Sharma is a proud wife, and she has every reason to be one. Her husband, cricketer Virat Kohli, yet again played an impressive innings at the IPL final on Sunday, which led to his team, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, winning the trophy for the second consecutive year. Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans to lift the trophy at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The match had everyone on the edge, especially in the last hour, and Anushka was spotted anxiously watching every ball of Virat’s innings. As RCB won the final, Anushka was seen beaming with joy and celebrating wildly. Hours after she has posted an adorable pic with Virat on her Instagram Anushka & Virat celebrate IPL win with a kiss Anushka Sharma took to her Instagram to share an adorable photo with Virat Kohli hours after RCB won the match. In the photo the couple have the IPL trophy between them, as they both hold it. Anushka can be seen planting a kiss on Virat’s forehead as the cricketer beams joyfully. Anushka captioned the post with peace sign, red heart and folded hands emoticons, a reflection that this was a moment that could barely be described in words. Reacting to the sweet picture, a fan commented, “Through every high and low, she was there.” Another said, “You are the lucky charm.” A comment read, “Picture of the day.” “Anushka kissing the real trophy!” read a comment. The post got a million likes within a few minutes.

<p>Anushka Sharma shared an adorable photo on Instagram as her husband Virat Kohli and his team, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, picked up the IPL 2026 trophy on Sunday night.&nbsp;</p>

Anushka Sharma plants a kiss on Virat Kohli’s forehead as they celebrate RCB’s IPL win, see pic

<p>The makers of <i>Welcome To The Jungle</i> have finally unveiled one of Bollywood’s most beloved musical tracks with a new avatar. Junglee Music released Ucha Lamba Kad Forever on Monday, sparking a wave of nostalgia among fans.</p><h2>Ucha Lamba Kad Forever</h2><p>Featuring Akshay Kumar and Disha Patani, the song revives the spirit of the iconic chartbuster while giving it a modern makeover. The original track was composed by Anand Raj Anand and has been recreated by Vikram Montrose.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/welcome-to-the-jungle-teaser-out-akshay-kumar-returns-with-full-on-chaos-check-release-date-1778831549716"><strong> Welcome To The Jungle teaser out: Akshay Kumar returns with full-on chaos, check release date</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The chemistry between Akshay Kumar and Disha Patani, coupled with the song’s colourful presentation and infectious rhythm, makes Ucha Lamba Kad Forever a standout addition to the film’s soundtrack.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Packed with dance-floor energy and nostalgia, the track is expected to strike a chord with audiences across generations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The recreated version is sung by Anand Raj Anand and Rubai with lyrics by Meggha Bali, along with the original lyrics by Sameer.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/welcome-to-the-jungle-akshay-kumar-sparks-excitement-with-stylish-new-poster-1778667365434"><strong>Welcome To The Jungle: Akshay Kumar sparks excitement with stylish new poster</strong></a></p><h2>Makers open up about the song</h2><p>Speaking about the recreation, Vikram Montrose said, "The original Ucha Lamba Kad holds a special place in the hearts of Bollywood music lovers. The challenge was to retain that nostalgia while giving it a fresh identity that fits the energy of Welcome To The Jungle. We wanted audiences to instantly reconnect with the song and at the same time discover something new."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While Meggha Bali added, "Songs like these come with a legacy and an emotional connection for audiences. Our effort was to celebrate everything people loved about the original while adding a contemporary flavour that speaks to today’s listeners."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/welcome-to-the-jungle-akshay-kumar-wishes-merry-christmas-with-a-giant-cast-1766648281851"><strong>Welcome to the Jungle: Akshay Kumar wishes Merry Christmas with a 'giant cast' | Watch</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Internet reactions</h2><p>As soon as the song was released, fans flooded social media with reactions. While many praised the new version, others missed the original track that featured Katrina Kaif.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Disha can't replace our pretty beautiful katrina Kaif," one user wrote. While another said, "If destroying the original compositions is an art, entire bollywood is an artist. Terrible."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Impressed by the song one said, "We all miss Queen Katrina, but Disha is absolutely killing it here - bringing the heat with chemistry that’s totally on point with AK??" "Remake of Uncha Lamba Kad Song is far better than Remake of Chunari Chunari Song," wrote another. "Akshay Kumar &amp; Disha Patani loking gorgeous," wrote the third user. "1st time nostalgia....and then it's addictive," commented another.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/-some-people-never-get-it-akshay-kumar-opens-up-on-fear-of-being-forgotten-1773572826027"><strong>'Some people never get it': Akshay Kumar opens up on fear of being forgotten</strong></a></p><h2>About Welcome To The Jungle</h2><p><i>Welcome To The Jungle</i> is one of the most anticipated Bollywood releases of this year. The film features Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Jackie Shroff, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Farida Jalal, Johny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, Rajpal Yadav, and more.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>An Ahmed Khan entertainer, the film is presented by A.A. Nadiadwala, Cape of Good Films and Star Studio18 in association with Seeta Films and Rakesh Dang.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Produced by Firoz A. Nadiadwallah, <i>Welcome To The Jungle</i> is set to release on June 26, 2026.</p>

Ucha Lamba Kad Forever from the upcoming film Welcome To The Jungle has been released, sparking a wave of nostalgia among fans. Starring Akshay Kumar and Disha Patani, it is the new version of the beloved track featuring Katrina Kaif.


The makers of Welcome To The Jungle have finally unveiled one of Bollywood’s most beloved musical tracks with a new avatar. Junglee Music released Ucha Lamba Kad Forever on Monday, sparking a wave of nostalgia among fans. Ucha Lamba Kad Forever Featuring Akshay Kumar and Disha Patani, the song revives the spirit of the iconic chartbuster while giving it a modern makeover. The original track was composed by Anand Raj Anand and has been recreated by Vikram Montrose. Also Read: Welcome To The Jungle teaser out: Akshay Kumar returns with full-on chaos, check release date The chemistry between Akshay Kumar and Disha Patani, coupled with the song’s colourful presentation and infectious rhythm, makes Ucha Lamba Kad Forever a standout addition to the film’s soundtrack. Packed with dance-floor energy and nostalgia, the track is expected to strike a chord with audiences across generations. The recreated version is sung by Anand Raj Anand and Rubai with lyrics by Meggha Bali, along with the original lyrics by Sameer. Also Read: Welcome To The Jungle: Akshay Kumar sparks excitement with stylish new poster Makers open up about the song Speaking about the recreation, Vikram Montrose said, "The original Ucha Lamba Kad holds a special place in the hearts of Bollywood music lovers. The challenge was to retain that nostalgia while giving it a fresh identity that fits the energy of Welcome To The Jungle. We wanted audiences to instantly reconnect with the song and at the same time discover something new." While Meggha Bali added, "Songs like these come with a legacy and an emotional connection for audiences. Our effort was to celebrate everything people loved about the original while adding a contemporary flavour that speaks to today’s listeners." Also Read: Welcome to the Jungle: Akshay Kumar wishes Merry Christmas with a 'giant cast' | Watch

<p>Ucha Lamba Kad Forever from the upcoming film Welcome To The Jungle has been released, sparking a wave of nostalgia among fans. Starring Akshay Kumar and Disha Patani, it is the new version of the beloved track featuring Katrina Kaif.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Ucha Lamba Kad Forever song out: Internet reacts to Akshay Kumar, Disha Patani's Welcome To The Jungle dance track | Watch

<p>As Yash Raj Films' upcoming spy thriller <i>Alpha </i>is all set to release in theatres next month, Bobby Deol, who is playing a key role in the film, has addressed the ongoing rumours around his bond with Alia Bhatt.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As per recent reports, the two actors had faced differences while shooting the project, and with some claims even alleging that producer Aditya Chopra had to intervene to sort the matter out. But now, Deol has firmly rejected the speculations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/alpha-alia-bhatt-sharvari-starrer-gets-new-date-yrf-confirms-theatrical-release-1773043088839"><strong>Alpha: Alia Bhatt-Sharvari starrer gets new date, YRF confirms theatrical release</strong></a></p><h2>Bobby Deol on rift rumours with Alia</h2><p>While speaking at Aap Ki Adalat, the actor revealed that he was not initially aware of the rumours. "Even I was shocked when a friend sent me a snapshot of this rumour. Log itne velle hain ki kuch bhi likhke bana dete hain (People have so much free time that they make up and write anything)," he said.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"I had just done a film with Ranbir Kapoor, and then I got to know I was being offered a film with Alia. I was like, 'What's happening with me?' Both of them are my favourite actors, and I am getting to work with them."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/bobby-deol-praises-alia-bhatt-ahead-of-alpha-release-calls-her-hardworking-and-sincere-actor-1779880753890"><strong>Bobby Deol praises Alia Bhatt ahead of Alpha release</strong></a></p><h2>"Such a good actress"</h2><p>He further praised Bhatt, saying, "It was so nice (working with Alia), she is such a good actress and works so hard. She was so prepared for all the fight sequences. So I didn't get why people wrote that. And then they even wrote that Bobby was so miffed that Aditya Chopra offered him another film. I can't go around proving a point to everybody. It's not true."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/alpha-will-shah-rukh-khan-and-salman-khan-join-alia-bhatt-s-spy-thriller-1761451859324"><strong>Alpha: Will Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan join Alia Bhatt’s spy thriller?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<h2>What's the rumour?</h2><p>As per social media claims, the two had creative disagreements, which created tension on set. It was alleged that Bhatt's involvement in scene discussions had led to friction during filming.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/fact-check-is-alia-bhatt-s-alpha-releasing-on-ott-skipping-theatrical-run-here-s-what-we-know-1770378504933"><strong>Fact check: Is Alia Bhatt’s Alpha releasing on OTT, skipping theatrical run? Here’s what we know</strong></a></p><h2>About Alpha</h2><p>Directed by Shiv Rawail, this is the first female-led chapter in the YRF Spy Universe, after films such as <i>Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War</i>, and <i>Pathaan</i>. Sharvari and Anil Kapoor are also playing a key role in the film. <i>Alpha </i>is set to hit theatres on July 10, 2026.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Bobby Deol has finally addressed the rift rumours with Alia Bhatt. The actors are currently gearing up for the release of their upcoming film Alpha, backed by Yash Raj Films'. Read on to know more.

As Yash Raj Films' upcoming spy thriller Alpha is all set to release in theatres next month, Bobby Deol, who is playing a key role in the film, has addressed the ongoing rumours around his bond with Alia Bhatt. As per recent reports, the two actors had faced differences while shooting the project, and with some claims even alleging that producer Aditya Chopra had to intervene to sort the matter out. But now, Deol has firmly rejected the speculations. Also Read: Alpha: Alia Bhatt-Sharvari starrer gets new date, YRF confirms theatrical release Bobby Deol on rift rumours with Alia While speaking at Aap Ki Adalat, the actor revealed that he was not initially aware of the rumours. "Even I was shocked when a friend sent me a snapshot of this rumour. Log itne velle hain ki kuch bhi likhke bana dete hain (People have so much free time that they make up and write anything)," he said. "I had just done a film with Ranbir Kapoor, and then I got to know I was being offered a film with Alia. I was like, 'What's happening with me?' Both of them are my favourite actors, and I am getting to work with them." Also Read: Bobby Deol praises Alia Bhatt ahead of Alpha release "Such a good actress" He further praised Bhatt, saying, "It was so nice (working with Alia), she is such a good actress and works so hard. She was so prepared for all the fight sequences. So I didn't get why people wrote that. And then they even wrote that Bobby was so miffed that Aditya Chopra offered him another film. I can't go around proving a point to everybody. It's not true." Also Read: Alpha: Will Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan join Alia Bhatt’s spy thriller?

<p>Bobby Deol has finally addressed the rift rumours with Alia Bhatt. The actors are currently gearing up for the release of their upcoming film Alpha, backed by Yash Raj Films. Read on to know more.</p>

Alpha: Bobby Deol addresses rift rumours with co-star Alia Bhatt

<p>Janhvi Kapoor is busy promoting her upcoming film Peddi, where she stars opposite Telugu superstar Ram Charan. The actress recently opened up about the difference between the Bollywood and Telugu film industries. The actress praised the Telugu film industry for fostering a more respectful and balanced work environment.&nbsp;</p><p>She noted that working hours are managed with greater consideration there, not just for actors but for the entire crew, including technicians.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>What Janhvi Kapoor said</h2><p>In an interview to Times Now, Janhvi Kapoor said, "What I really appreciate about the Telugu film industry is its respect for everyone's working hours—not just the actors but also the technicians and crew members."</p><p>The actress stated that even break times are well-defined in Telugu film sets. She said that a standard lunch break allows people enough time to eat comfortably for around 40 minutes and even take a 20-minute nap before resuming work.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She added, "Sometimes that is compromised back home."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Janhvi, who has also worked in Telugu film Devara, stated that she has rarely worked long shifts in Telugu films, recalling that 12-hour shoots happened only once or twice. On most days, the actor wrapped up work within nine to ten hours, indicating a more balanced and manageable routine on set.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/peddi-star-ram-charan-opens-up-about-his-meeting-with-pm-narendra-modi-in-delhi-modi-ji-shared-story-from-west-bengal-1780117212363">Peddi star Ram Charan opens up about his meeting with PM Narendra Modi in Delhi</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Janhvi said, "A night shoot always ends at 2 am, so you're rested. So I think they're very particular about things like that. In Mumbai, I guess it depends on the film set you're on. But I will say, if I can say so, things are a little more pre-planned in Mumbai."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her Peddi co-star Ram Charan, who was also present in the interview, said he admires the Hindi film industry for its discipline and professionalism. Ram Charan said, "I wish I could finish films in 70 days or less."&nbsp;</p><p>Janhvi’s comments come amid huge discussion about whether the film industry needs to impose a strict 8-hour shift on sets after Deepika Padukone exited Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s film last year.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/left-peak-stardom-to-serve-people-ram-charan-hails-cm-vijay-says-he-s-very-very-proud-1780154799170">'Left peak stardom to serve people': Ram Charan hails CM Vijay, says he's very, very proud</a></p><h2>About Peddi</h2><p>Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi is slated to hit theatres on June 4. Apart from Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, the film also stars Shiva Rajkumar, Divyenndu, and Jagapathi Babu in pivotal roles. The film is Ram Charan’s first theatrical release after RRR (2022), which earned global success.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/peddi-shivarajkumar-reveals-he-almost-quit-ram-charan-starrer-after-cancer-diagnosis-1780214481467">Peddi: Shivarajkumar reveals he almost quit Ram Charan-starrer after cancer diagnosis</a></p>

Janhvi Kapoor has opened up about the difference in working style between Telugu film industry and Bollywood, adding that that everyone's working hours are respected down south. 

Janhvi Kapoor is busy promoting her upcoming film Peddi, where she stars opposite Telugu superstar Ram Charan. The actress recently opened up about the difference between the Bollywood and Telugu film industries. The actress praised the Telugu film industry for fostering a more respectful and balanced work environment. She noted that working hours are managed with greater consideration there, not just for actors but for the entire crew, including technicians. What Janhvi Kapoor said In an interview to Times Now, Janhvi Kapoor said, "What I really appreciate about the Telugu film industry is its respect for everyone's working hours—not just the actors but also the technicians and crew members." The actress stated that even break times are well-defined in Telugu film sets. She said that a standard lunch break allows people enough time to eat comfortably for around 40 minutes and even take a 20-minute nap before resuming work. She added, "Sometimes that is compromised back home." Janhvi, who has also worked in Telugu film Devara, stated that she has rarely worked long shifts in Telugu films, recalling that 12-hour shoots happened only once or twice. On most days, the actor wrapped up work within nine to ten hours, indicating a more balanced and manageable routine on set. Also read: Peddi star Ram Charan opens up about his meeting with PM Narendra Modi in Delhi Janhvi said, "A night shoot always ends at 2 am, so you're rested. So I think they're very particular about things like that. In Mumbai, I guess it depends on the film set you're on. But I will say, if I can say so, things are a little more pre-planned in Mumbai." Her Peddi co-star Ram Charan, who was also present in the interview, said he admires the Hindi film industry for its discipline and professionalism. Ram Charan said, "I wish I could finish films in 70 days or less." Janhvi’s comments come amid huge discussion about whether the film industry needs to impose a strict 8-hour shift on sets after Deepika Padukone exited Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s film last year. Also read: 'Left peak stardom to serve people': Ram Charan hails CM Vijay, says he's very, very proud About Peddi Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi is slated to hit theatres on June 4. Apart from Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, the film also stars Shiva Rajkumar, Divyenndu, and Jagapathi Babu in pivotal roles. The film is Ram Charan’s first theatrical release after RRR (2022), which earned global success. Also read: Peddi: Shivarajkumar reveals he almost quit Ram Charan-starrer after cancer diagnosis

<p>Janhvi Kapoor has opened up about the difference in working style between Telugu film industry and Bollywood, adding that that everyone's working hours are respected down south.&nbsp;</p>

Janhvi Kapoor praises Telugu film industry for ‘respecting’ working hours on sets: ‘It is compromised in Mumbai sometimes’

<p>Jackky Bhagnani has issued an official statement addressing reports that claimed PVR Inox Pictures was initiating legal proceedings against veteran filmmaker Vashu Bhagnani over alleged financial dues.</p><h2>What's the controversy?</h2><p>Reports were rife that the veteran filmmaker was staring at another legal flashpoint involving the cinema chain, PVR Inox Pictures, with a 3-film agreement with Vashu Bhagnani's production house, Pooja Entertainment.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/hai-jawani-toh-ishq-hona-hai-makers-react-to-baseless-allegations-made-by-vashu-bhagnani-we-are-the-owners-of-the-songs-1779886222927"><strong>Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai makers react to 'baseless allegations' made by Vashu Bhagnani: 'We are the owners of the songs'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As part of the alleged understanding, PVR Inox had reportedly paid Rs. 100 crore as a refundable advance to the production house and had agreed to release <i>Mission Raniganj, Ganapath</i> and <i>Bade Miyan Chote Miyan</i>. The understanding was that if the films failed to generate the expected results, Pooja Entertainment would refund the outstanding balance.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/varun-dhawan-s-hai-jawani-toh-ishq-hona-hai-sued-for-rs-400-cr-by-vashu-bhagnani-1780036344687"><strong>Varun Dhawan’s Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai sued for Rs 400 Cr by Vashu Bhagnani</strong></a></p><h2>Jackky Bhagnani shares a statement</h2><p>Addressing the reports on June 1, Jackky Bhagnani took to social media to release a statement that read, "Over the decades, Pooja Entertainment has built a relationship with the media rooted in mutual respect, transparency, and a shared love for Indian cinema. We are incredibly grateful for the continuous support you have extended to our team throughout our journey."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-vashu-bhagnanis-owes-rs-33-lakh-to-akshay-kumars-mission-raniganj-director-report-736254"><strong> Vashu and Jackky Bhagnani's firm owes Rs 33 lakh to Mission Raniganj director: Report</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p><br>The statement further clarified, "Recently, reports have circulated regarding alleged legal proceedings between PVR INOX Pictures and Pooja Entertainment. We wish to clarify that these reports are entirely inaccurate. PVR INOX Pictures has graciously issued an official clarification confirming that these claims do not reflect the reality of our strong professional bond."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/hai-jawani-toh-ishq-hona-hai-controversy-producer-ramesh-taurani-reacts-to-allegations-by-vashu-bhagnani-1779549504436"><strong> Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai controversy: Producer Ramesh Taurani reacts to allegations by Vashu Bhagnani</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Pooja Entertainment also expressed concern over the continued circulation of the reports and said, "While we deeply respect the fast-paced nature of digital news, the continued circulation of unverified stories in this case are causing harm to the stakeholders and the company's goodwill built over the years."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Amid the ongoing discussion about the controversy between filmmaker Vashu Bhagnani and PVR Inox Pictures, Jackky Bhagnani has shared an official statement addressing the matter. Read on to know more.

Jackky Bhagnani has issued an official statement addressing reports that claimed PVR Inox Pictures was initiating legal proceedings against veteran filmmaker Vashu Bhagnani over alleged financial dues. What's the controversy? Reports were rife that the veteran filmmaker was staring at another legal flashpoint involving the cinema chain, PVR Inox Pictures, with a 3-film agreement with Vashu Bhagnani's production house, Pooja Entertainment. Also Read: Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai makers react to 'baseless allegations' made by Vashu Bhagnani: 'We are the owners of the songs' As part of the alleged understanding, PVR Inox had reportedly paid Rs. 100 crore as a refundable advance to the production house and had agreed to release Mission Raniganj, Ganapath and Bade Miyan Chote Miyan. The understanding was that if the films failed to generate the expected results, Pooja Entertainment would refund the outstanding balance. Also Read: Varun Dhawan’s Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai sued for Rs 400 Cr by Vashu Bhagnani Jackky Bhagnani shares a statement Addressing the reports on June 1, Jackky Bhagnani took to social media to release a statement that read, "Over the decades, Pooja Entertainment has built a relationship with the media rooted in mutual respect, transparency, and a shared love for Indian cinema. We are incredibly grateful for the continuous support you have extended to our team throughout our journey." Also Read: Vashu and Jackky Bhagnani's firm owes Rs 33 lakh to Mission Raniganj director: Report

<p>Amid the ongoing discussion about the controversy between filmmaker Vashu Bhagnani and PVR Inox Pictures, Jackky Bhagnani has shared an official statement addressing the matter. Read on to know more.</p>

Jackky Bhagnani addresses legal dispute between PVR Inox Pictures and Vashu Bhagnani: 'Entirely inaccurate'

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<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/aneet-padda-to-play-dual-roles-in-shakti-shalini-here-s-what-we-know-1775638688153"><strong>Aneet Padda to play dual roles in Shakti Shalini? Here's what we know</strong></a></p><h2>About Shakti Shalini</h2><p><i>Shakti Shalini </i>is a major addition to the horror-comedy universe of Maddock Films, starring Aneet Padda. Her character came into the light after it was shown in the post-credit sequence of <i>Thamma</i>, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The introduction had described her as "the protector. The destroyer. The mother of all." The film has been shot across locations in Madhya Pradesh and is expected to hit theatres on December 24, 2026. As per reports, the cast also features Vineet Kumar Singh, Nana Patekar, Soham Majumdar, and Seema Biswas alongside Aneet and Vishal.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further details about the film are yet to be revealed.</p>

Shakti Shalini is gearing up as one of the major releases of 2026, and Vishal Jethwa appears to be following a strict fitness routine for his role in the Maddock Films' horror-comedy. 


Actor Vishal Jethwa is currently focusing on a major physical transformation for an upcoming project that he is currently shooting for. The actor has been following a strict fitness routine that includes regular workouts, a controlled diet, and a disciplined lifestyle as part of his preparation. Vishal Jethwa bulks up According to sources close to the actor, Vishal has been consistently training to bulk up for the role. As per reports, the prep is for Shakti Shalini, where the actor is required to be bulked up for his part. His transformation has gradually become visible over the last few months. Also Read: Shakti Shalini: Aneet Padda playing schoolgirl in Maddock Films next horror comedy? BTS video goes viral | Watch Vishal on his transformation Speaking about his approach towards fitness and preparation, Vishal said, "Achieving peak fitness is never easy. People often notice the physical change, but a lot of emotional and mental discipline goes into it. I believe in ‘no pain, no gain’ because transformation only happens when you are willing to push yourself every day, even on difficult days." Also Read: Aneet Padda to play dual roles in Shakti Shalini? Here's what we know He further added, "For me, fitness is not just about appearance. It is also about building mental strength and consistency. When you are preparing for something specific, every part of your routine matters your workouts, diet, rest, and mindset. I have been training regularly and staying focused on the process. It has been a learning experience, and I’m looking forward to sharing more about this project soon." Also Read: Confirmed! Mohit Suri reunites with Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda for a new romance drama

<p>Shakti Shalini is gearing up as one of the major releases of 2026, and Vishal Jethwa appears to be following a strict fitness routine for his role in Maddock Films' horror-comedy.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

Shakti Shalini: Vishal Jethwa undergoes fitness transformation for Aneet Padda's starrer

<p>With Royal Challengers Bengaluru's historic IPL 2026 triumph, Anushka Sharma also grabbed attention on social media for her "proud wife" moment. She shared a touching post on social media dedicated to her husband, Virat Kohli, who once again was a key player in the franchise's championship-winning season.</p><h2>Anushka's social media post</h2><p>Anushka posted a photo of Virat from behind after RCB's five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in the final at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, wearing a T-shirt that read, “One felt nice, you did it twice.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/remembering-nargis-dutt-mother-india-shree-420-awaara-watch-these-10-iconic-movies-of-the-actress-on-netflix-prime-video-and-other-ott-platforms-1780207559515"><strong>Remembering Nargis Dutt: 10 iconic movies of the actress on OTT platforms</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Anushka Sharma's social media story

<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/veteran-singer-suman-kalyanpur-dies-at-89-tributes-pour-in-1780281408313"><strong>Veteran singer Suman Kalyanpur dies at 89; tributes pour in</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The actress was keenly watching the match from the stands throughout Virat’s batting innings. Cameras captured her reactions as she stayed focused on each delivery before celebrating ecstatically when Virat hit the winning runs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The celebrations from Anushka Sharma. <a href="https://t.co/cFXiu4oeU5">pic.twitter.com/cFXiu4oeU5</a></p>&mdash; Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) <a href="https://x.com/mufaddal_vohra/status/2061146528656580986?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Anushka joins the celebrations post the match</h2><p>There were celebrations on the ground post the game. Kohli and Anushka can be seen in the RCB shared videos having a great time together in the celebrations, dancing with the players and family.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/don-t-have-the-courage-to-tell-the-truth-director-h-vinoth-on-jana-nayagan-release-date-1780243703252"><strong>Director H Vinoth on Jana Nayagan release delay: ‘Don’t have the courage...'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗼𝗵𝗹𝗶’𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗿 😉<br><br>Pure vibes. Wholesome. And so much more. Anushka Sharma, thank you for being our Day 1. ❤️ <a href="https://t.co/7Qmxxv6QtG">pic.twitter.com/7Qmxxv6QtG</a></p>&mdash; Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) <a href="https://x.com/RCBTweets/status/2061259157819539765?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 1, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>One widely circulated clip also featured Virat sharing the spotlight with former RCB player and batting coach Dinesh Karthik.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Anushka later also surprised fans by sharing an unseen photograph from the celebrations. The image featured Virat alongside Karthik, offering supporters a glimpse into the team's post-match festivities.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/was-madhuri-dixit-pregnant-with-son-arin-nene-while-filming-dola-re-dola-from-devdas-actor-clarifies-1780230209457"><strong>Was Madhuri Dixit pregnant while filming Dola Re Dola? Actor clarifies</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Anushka Sharma is our lucky charm 🤍<a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AnushkaSharma?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AnushkaSharma</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Iplfinal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Iplfinal</a> <a href="https://t.co/dp71CU4328">pic.twitter.com/dp71CU4328</a></p>&mdash; 𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 ¹⁸ ♕ (@KINGOFCRICKEET) <a href="https://x.com/KINGOFCRICKEET/status/2061147033185161620?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>About Anushka Sharma</h2><p>Anushka, who made her Bollywood debut with Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi in 2008 opposite Shah Rukh Khan, has done several successful films, including <i>Band Baaja Baaraat, PK, Dil Dhadakne Do, Sultan</i>, and <i>Sanju</i>. She was also working for <i>Chakda 'Xpress</i> in 2022, which was based on the life of former Indian cricketer Jhulan Goswami. But as per reports, the film may be shelved.</p><p><br>Anushka and Virat tied the knot in 2017 in Italy after dating for a few years. The couple shares two children: daughter, Vamika (born in 2021), and son, Akaay (born in 2024).</p>

Anushka Sharma has recently been making headlines for her unwavering support for husband Virat Kohli following RCB's IPL 2026 win. Read on to know more.

With Royal Challengers Bengaluru's historic IPL 2026 triumph, Anushka Sharma also grabbed attention on social media for her "proud wife" moment. She shared a touching post on social media dedicated to her husband, Virat Kohli, who once again was a key player in the franchise's championship-winning season. Anushka's social media post Anushka posted a photo of Virat from behind after RCB's five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in the final at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, wearing a T-shirt that read, “One felt nice, you did it twice.” Also Read: Remembering Nargis Dutt: 10 iconic movies of the actress on OTT platforms

<p>Anushka Sharma has recently been making headlines for her unwavering support for husband Virat Kohli following RCB's IPL 2026 win. Read on to know more.</p>

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<p>Renowned playback singer Suman Kalyanpur passed away at the age of 89 on Sunday evening in Mumbai. Her melodious voice has graced some of the iconic songs of Indian cinema.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The veteran singer took her last breath at her Lokhandwala residence, and since the news surfaced, her fans have flooded social media with tributes. Kalyanpur has had a career spanning several decades, and she has sung in multiple languages.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/was-madhuri-dixit-pregnant-with-son-arin-nene-while-filming-dola-re-dola-from-devdas-actor-clarifies-1780230209457"><strong>Was Madhuri Dixit pregnant while filming Dola Re Dola? Actor clarifies</strong></a></p><h2>Age-related health issues</h2><p>The heartbreaking news was shared by author Mangala Khadilkar, who said the singer passed away peacefully after battling age-related ailments. "Suman ji passed away at around 8 pm at her residence in Lokhandwala due to old age. She passed away peacefully. For the last few days, she was listening to her own songs," she told PTI.</p><h2>About Suman Kalyanpur's legacy</h2><p>Kalyanpur was born on January 28, 1937, in Dhaka, which was then part of British India. She was one of the most beloved playback singers of the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, and she made a career during a period considered the golden age of Hindi film music. Kalyanpur marked her presence in the entertainment industry during an era dominated by some of the industry's biggest voices.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/remembering-nargis-dutt-mother-india-shree-420-awaara-watch-these-10-iconic-movies-of-the-actress-on-netflix-prime-video-and-other-ott-platforms-1780207559515"><strong>Remembering Nargis Dutt: 10 iconic movies of the actress on OTT platforms</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Over the years, she lent her voice to numerous songs in Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, Assamese, Kannada, Odia and several other languages. Additionally, she also contributed to devotional songs, ghazals and thumris.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Some of Kalyanpur's best songs include <i>Aajkal Tere Mere Pyar Ke Charche, Na Na Karte Pyar Tumhin Se, Tumne Pukara Aur Hum Chale Aaye, Mera Pyaar Bhi Tu Hai</i> and <i>Tumse O Haseena.</i> Her Marathi repertoire features songs such as <i>Ketakichya Bani Tithe, Sang Kadhi Kalnar Tula</i> and <i>Nimbonyachya Jhadamaghe.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/getting-family-into-the-whole-thing-manoj-bajpayee-says-he-received-threats-amid-ghooskhor-pandat-row-1780207904423"><strong>Manoj Bajpayee says he received threats amid Ghooskhor Pandat row</strong></a></p><h2>Tributes pour in</h2><p>Following news of her demise, several prominent figures paid tribute to the singer. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said, "The news of the passing of Padma Bhushan Suman Kalyanpur, the popular, legendary, and senior playback singer in the Indian music world, is extremely heartbreaking. My heartfelt tribute to her."</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="mr" dir="ltr">भारतीय संगीत सृष्टीतील लोकप्रिय, दिग्गज व ज्येष्ठ पार्श्वगायिका पद्मभूषण सुमन कल्याणपूर यांच्या निधनाचे वृत्त अतिशय दुःखद आहे. त्यांना माझी भावपूर्ण श्रद्धांजली. सुमन कल्याणपूर यांचे जाणे ही भारतीय संगीत सृष्टीची मोठी हानी आहे. मराठी, हिंदीसह अनेक भाषांमध्ये त्यांनी हजारों गाणी…</p>&mdash; Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) <a href="https://x.com/nitin_gadkari/status/2061134609535169001?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/commissioner-has-to-be-there-jackie-shroff-confirms-reuniting-with-sanjay-dutt-in-khalnayak-returns-1780202972452"><strong>Jackie Shroff confirms reuniting with Sanjay Dutt in Khalnayak Returns</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Supriya Sule remembered her saying, "The news of the demise of the renowned playback singer Padma Bhushan Suman Kalyanpur is extremely heartbreaking. With her honeyed voice, she had reigned supreme over the hearts of music lovers."</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="mr" dir="ltr">प्रख्यात पार्श्वगायिका पद्मभूषण सुमन कल्याणपूर यांचे निधन झाल्याची बातमी अतिशय दुःखद आहे. त्यांनी आपल्या मधाळ आवाजाने रसिकांच्या मनावर अधिराज्य गाजवले होते. निंबोणीच्या झाडामागे&#39;, &#39;अरे संसार संसार&#39;, &#39;केतकीच्या बनी तिथे नाचला मोर&#39; आणि &#39;रिमझिम झरती श्रावणधारा&#39; यांसारखी एकापेक्षा एक… <a href="https://t.co/NAMw5EaXln">pic.twitter.com/NAMw5EaXln</a></p>&mdash; Supriya Sule (@supriya_sule) <a href="https://x.com/supriya_sule/status/2061124656548204773?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>While veteran leader Sharad Pawar wrote, "The news of the passing of veteran playback singer Suman Kalyanpur is extremely heartbreaking. With her sweet, melodious, and soul-stirring voice, she enriched the world of Indian music. Her immortal songs in Hindi, Marathi, and numerous other regional languages have reigned supreme over the emotional realms of generations."</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="mr" dir="ltr">ज्येष्ठ पार्श्वगायिका सुमन कल्याणपूर यांच्या निधनाचे वृत्त अत्यंत दुःखद आहे. आपल्या मधुर, सुरेल आणि भावस्पर्शी आवाजाने त्यांनी भारतीय संगीतविश्व समृद्ध केलं. हिंदी, मराठीसह अनेक प्रादेशिक भाषांतील त्यांच्या अजरामर गीतांनी अनेक पिढ्यांच्या भावविश्वावर अधिराज्य गाजवलं.<br><br>त्यांच्या… <a href="https://t.co/RZike9Xk1G">pic.twitter.com/RZike9Xk1G</a></p>&mdash; Sharad Pawar (@PawarSpeaks) <a href="https://x.com/PawarSpeaks/status/2061125694114140468?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, and other public figures also paid tributes to Kalyanpur.</p><p><br>The singer is survived by her daughter, Charu, and her last rites are set to take place at the Pawan Hans crematorium in Mumbai on Monday.</p>

Veteran playback singer Suman Kalyanpur, best known for songs such Aajkal Tere Mere Pyar Ke Charche, Na Na Karte Pyar Tumhin Se, and Tumne Pukara Aur Hum Chale Aaye has died at the age of 89 in Mumbai. 

Renowned playback singer Suman Kalyanpur passed away at the age of 89 on Sunday evening in Mumbai. Her melodious voice has graced some of the iconic songs of Indian cinema. The veteran singer took her last breath at her Lokhandwala residence, and since the news surfaced, her fans have flooded social media with tributes. Kalyanpur has had a career spanning several decades, and she has sung in multiple languages. Also Read: Was Madhuri Dixit pregnant while filming Dola Re Dola? Actor clarifies Age-related health issues The heartbreaking news was shared by author Mangala Khadilkar, who said the singer passed away peacefully after battling age-related ailments. "Suman ji passed away at around 8 pm at her residence in Lokhandwala due to old age. She passed away peacefully. For the last few days, she was listening to her own songs," she told PTI. About Suman Kalyanpur's legacy Kalyanpur was born on January 28, 1937, in Dhaka, which was then part of British India. She was one of the most beloved playback singers of the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, and she made a career during a period considered the golden age of Hindi film music. Kalyanpur marked her presence in the entertainment industry during an era dominated by some of the industry's biggest voices. Also Read: Remembering Nargis Dutt: 10 iconic movies of the actress on OTT platforms Over the years, she lent her voice to numerous songs in Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, Assamese, Kannada, Odia and several other languages. Additionally, she also contributed to devotional songs, ghazals and thumris. Some of Kalyanpur's best songs include Aajkal Tere Mere Pyar Ke Charche, Na Na Karte Pyar Tumhin Se, Tumne Pukara Aur Hum Chale Aaye, Mera Pyaar Bhi Tu Hai and Tumse O Haseena. Her Marathi repertoire features songs such as Ketakichya Bani Tithe, Sang Kadhi Kalnar Tula and Nimbonyachya Jhadamaghe. Also Read: Manoj Bajpayee says he received threats amid Ghooskhor Pandat row Tributes pour in Following news of her demise, several prominent figures paid tribute to the singer. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said, "The news of the passing of Padma Bhushan Suman Kalyanpur, the popular, legendary, and senior playback singer in the Indian music world, is extremely heartbreaking. My heartfelt tribute to her."

<p>Veteran playback singer Suman Kalyanpur, best known for songs such as Aajkal Tere Mere Pyar Ke Charche, Na Na Karte Pyar Tumhin Se, and Tumne Pukara Aur Hum Chale Aaye, has died at the age of 89 in Mumbai.&nbsp;</p>

Veteran singer Suman Kalyanpur dies at 89; tributes pour in

<p>Madhuri Dixit has finally addressed the recent claim regarding the making of Dola Re Dola from the iconic film <i>Devdas</i>. The actor has clarified that she was not pregnant during the filming of the popular dance number, shutting down all online speculation.</p><h2>What's the rumour?</h2><p>The rumour began after Rubina Khan, a former associate of late choreographer Saroj Khan, shared memories from the song's shoot in an interview with the YouTube channel Bollywood Thikana.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/maa-behen-trailer-madhuri-dixit-and-triptii-dimri-s-life-gets-chaotic-thanks-to-a-dead-body-1779459802064"><strong>Maa Behen trailer: Madhuri Dixit and Triptii Dimri's life gets chaotic thanks to a dead body</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recalling the schedule, Rubina alleged that Madhuri was expecting her first child while filming the sequence and faced difficulties performing a few dance movements. "There's a step in which Madhuri ma'am turns and sits down. That shot kept happening from 9 am to 10 pm because she was four months pregnant. So, she couldn't turn properly and was feeling dizzy," Rubina had said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She further claimed, "She also had a fever at that time. She struggled a lot."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/did-you-know-madhuri-dixit-was-four-months-pregnant-while-shooting-dola-re-dola-1779265777552"><strong>Did you know? Madhuri Dixit was four months pregnant while shooting ‘Dola Re Dola’</strong></a></p><h2>Madhuri Dixit reacts</h2><p>Reacting to the claim during a conversation with SCREEN, the actress said, “Arin is born in 2003. So, you do the math.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Madhuri also acknowledged that the filming process was physically exhausting. At the time, she was frequently travelling between India and the United States following her marriage to Dr Shriram Nene.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/getting-family-into-the-whole-thing-manoj-bajpayee-says-he-received-threats-amid-ghooskhor-pandat-row-1780207904423"><strong>Manoj Bajpayee says he received threats amid Ghooskhor Pandat row</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"I was under the weather because I was travelling a lot. I was going back and forth, shooting here and going back. And all my shoots were night shoots. So, for me, it was very grueling. I was a little under the weather, but nothing like that," she added.</p><p>The actor's elder son, Arin Nene, was born on March 17, 2003, and <i>Devdas </i>had already premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2002 before arriving in cinemas on July 12 that year.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/remembering-nargis-dutt-mother-india-shree-420-awaara-watch-these-10-iconic-movies-of-the-actress-on-netflix-prime-video-and-other-ott-platforms-1780207559515"><strong>Remembering Nargis Dutt: 10 iconic movies of the actress on OTT platforms</strong></a></p><h2>About Devdas</h2><p>Released in 2002, the film was directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and starred Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai and Madhuri in lead roles.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Currently, the actor is gearing up for the release of the upcoming Netflix film <i>Maa Behen</i>, a dark comedy-drama that also stars Triptii Dimri, Dharna Durgaa and Ravi Kishan in key roles.</p>

Madhuri Dixit has addressed the ongoing rumour regarding the making of Dola Re Dola from the film Devdas. The speculation began after a former associate of late choreographer Saroj Khan, shared memories from the song's shoot.

Madhuri Dixit has finally addressed the recent claim regarding the making of Dola Re Dola from the iconic film Devdas. The actor has clarified that she was not pregnant during the filming of the popular dance number, shutting down all online speculation. What's the rumour? The rumour began after Rubina Khan, a former associate of late choreographer Saroj Khan, shared memories from the song's shoot in an interview with the YouTube channel Bollywood Thikana. Also Read: Maa Behen trailer: Madhuri Dixit and Triptii Dimri's life gets chaotic thanks to a dead body Recalling the schedule, Rubina alleged that Madhuri was expecting her first child while filming the sequence and faced difficulties performing a few dance movements. "There's a step in which Madhuri ma'am turns and sits down. That shot kept happening from 9 am to 10 pm because she was four months pregnant. So, she couldn't turn properly and was feeling dizzy," Rubina had said. She further claimed, "She also had a fever at that time. She struggled a lot." Also Read: Did you know? Madhuri Dixit was four months pregnant while shooting ‘Dola Re Dola’ Madhuri Dixit reacts Reacting to the claim during a conversation with SCREEN, the actress said, “Arin is born in 2003. So, you do the math.” Madhuri also acknowledged that the filming process was physically exhausting. At the time, she was frequently travelling between India and the United States following her marriage to Dr Shriram Nene. Also Read: Manoj Bajpayee says he received threats amid Ghooskhor Pandat row "I was under the weather because I was travelling a lot. I was going back and forth, shooting here and going back. And all my shoots were night shoots. So, for me, it was very grueling. I was a little under the weather, but nothing like that," she added. The actor's elder son, Arin Nene, was born on March 17, 2003, and Devdas had already premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2002 before arriving in cinemas on July 12 that year. Also Read: Remembering Nargis Dutt: 10 iconic movies of the actress on OTT platforms About Devdas Released in 2002, the film was directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and starred Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai and Madhuri in lead roles. Currently, the actor is gearing up for the release of the upcoming Netflix film Maa Behen, a dark comedy-drama that also stars Triptii Dimri, Dharna Durgaa and Ravi Kishan in key roles.

<p>Madhuri Dixit has addressed the ongoing rumour regarding the making of Dola Re Dola from the film Devdas. The speculation began after a former associate of late choreographer Saroj Khan, shared memories from the song's shoot.</p>

Was Madhuri Dixit pregnant with son Arin Nene while filming Dola Re Dola from Devdas? Actor clarifies

<p>Manoj Bajpayee has recently opened up about the backlash he faced surrounding his upcoming Netflix film <i>Ghooskhor Pandat</i>. The actor revealed that the controversy led to threats, trolling and even personal attacks involving his family. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><h2>What's the controversy?</h2><p>The project received criticism soon after it was announced as part of Netflix’s 2026 slate. Several users objected to the title and alleged that it hurt the sentiments of a particular community. As the controversy intensified, the issue reached the courts, leading the makers to apologise and assure the public and authorities that the title would be changed before release.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ghooskhor-pandat-title-row-manoj-bajpayee-issues-statement-after-fir-on-makers-of-film-1770360025768"><strong>Ghooskhor Pandat title row: Manoj Bajpayee issues statement after FIR on makers of film</strong></a></p><h2>Manoj Bajpayee reacts</h2><p>During an interview with PTI, the actor revealed neither he nor the team had anticipated such a strong reaction. "We didn’t expect it. But when it happened, in two days’ time we put out our apology. If anything is offending anyone with that much of intensity, we as creative people are always there to mend our ways or correct ourselves," he said. "I personally feel that the title change is not going to be such a huge thing, we are creative people, we can come up with ten different titles and they will be equally exciting."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ghooskhor-pandat-controversy-director-neeraj-pandey-issues-statement-netflix-removes-promotional-content-from-social-media-1770353434966"><strong>Ghooskhor Pandat controversy: Director Neeraj Pandey issues statement</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to Bajpayee, the controversy did take an emotional toll on the team. "Were we affected? For some time. Till the time we did put out our post, we were assessing the situation without getting affected too much mentally," he added revealing that he personally received threats. "But I must tell you that when the threats were coming to me, I was also travelling continuously without any fear. When people are trolling you, abusing you and getting your family into the whole thing, I feel empathy for them."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ghooskhor-pandat-controversy-yogi-adityanath-s-govt-files-fir-against-manoj-bajpayee-s-film-1770354037934"><strong>Ghooskhor Pandat controversy: CM Yogi orders FIR against Manoj Bajpayee's film</strong></a></p><h2>People misunderstood the intention</h2><p>He further argued that many reactions emerged before people understood what the film was actually about. "The film talks about something else. But I think on social media now people are impatient and they are eager and desperate to come out with their opinion without even knowing fully about the subject matter," he said. “I'm a person who is very curious for knowledge, I'm a well-educated person, and I don't have any intention, I don't have that energy and time to argue with people, who are that impatient with their opinion or who are not even bothering to educate themselves. So, why to argue with them? Don't get into the mud with the people who like to roll you into the mud.”&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ghooskhor-pandat-controversy-netflix-receives-legal-notice-petition-filed-to-halt-its-release-1770281982045"><strong>Ghooskhor Pandat controversy: Netflix receives legal notice, petition filed to halt its release</strong></a></p><h2>About Ghooskhor Pandat</h2><p>The controversy began after the release of the film’s first-look teaser at Netflix’s Next on Netflix 2026 event. Following the criticism, the teaser was removed, and the new title is yet to be announced.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>Ghooskhor Pandat </i>is directed by Ritesh Shah, and the crime thriller stars Bajpayee in the lead role alongside Nushrratt Bharuccha, Saqib Saleem, Akshay Oberoi and Divya Dutta. The story revolves around Ajay Dikshit, also known as Pandat, a corrupt police officer whose plans are disrupted when he gets stuck in a larger conspiracy unfolding in Delhi.&nbsp;</p>

Manoj Bajpayee recently revealed that during the backlash surrounding his upcoming Netflix film Ghooskhor Pandat, he received threats and personal attacks involving his family. Read on to know more. 

Manoj Bajpayee has recently opened up about the backlash he faced surrounding his upcoming Netflix film Ghooskhor Pandat. The actor revealed that the controversy led to threats, trolling and even personal attacks involving his family. What's the controversy? The project received criticism soon after it was announced as part of Netflix’s 2026 slate. Several users objected to the title and alleged that it hurt the sentiments of a particular community. As the controversy intensified, the issue reached the courts, leading the makers to apologise and assure the public and authorities that the title would be changed before release. Also Read: Ghooskhor Pandat title row: Manoj Bajpayee issues statement after FIR on makers of film Manoj Bajpayee reacts During an interview with PTI, the actor revealed neither he nor the team had anticipated such a strong reaction. "We didn’t expect it. But when it happened, in two days’ time we put out our apology. If anything is offending anyone with that much of intensity, we as creative people are always there to mend our ways or correct ourselves," he said. "I personally feel that the title change is not going to be such a huge thing, we are creative people, we can come up with ten different titles and they will be equally exciting." Also Read: Ghooskhor Pandat controversy: Director Neeraj Pandey issues statement According to Bajpayee, the controversy did take an emotional toll on the team. "Were we affected? For some time. Till the time we did put out our post, we were assessing the situation without getting affected too much mentally," he added revealing that he personally received threats. "But I must tell you that when the threats were coming to me, I was also travelling continuously without any fear. When people are trolling you, abusing you and getting your family into the whole thing, I feel empathy for them." Also Read: Ghooskhor Pandat controversy: CM Yogi orders FIR against Manoj Bajpayee's film People misunderstood the intention He further argued that many reactions emerged before people understood what the film was actually about. "The film talks about something else. But I think on social media now people are impatient and they are eager and desperate to come out with their opinion without even knowing fully about the subject matter," he said. “I'm a person who is very curious for knowledge, I'm a well-educated person, and I don't have any intention, I don't have that energy and time to argue with people, who are that impatient with their opinion or who are not even bothering to educate themselves. So, why to argue with them? Don't get into the mud with the people who like to roll you into the mud.” Also Read: Ghooskhor Pandat controversy: Netflix receives legal notice, petition filed to halt its release About Ghooskhor Pandat The controversy began after the release of the film’s first-look teaser at Netflix’s Next on Netflix 2026 event. Following the criticism, the teaser was removed, and the new title is yet to be announced. Ghooskhor Pandat is directed by Ritesh Shah, and the crime thriller stars Bajpayee in the lead role alongside Nushrratt Bharuccha, Saqib Saleem, Akshay Oberoi and Divya Dutta. The story revolves around Ajay Dikshit, also known as Pandat, a corrupt police officer whose plans are disrupted when he gets stuck in a larger conspiracy unfolding in Delhi.

<p>Manoj Bajpayee recently revealed that during the backlash surrounding his upcoming Netflix film Ghooskhor Pandat, he received threats and personal attacks involving his family. Read on to know more.&nbsp;</p>

'Getting family into the whole thing': Manoj Bajpayee says he received threats amid Ghooskhor Pandat row

<p>Sanjay Dutt sparked a wave of excitement among fans after confirming <i>Khalnayak Returns</i> in April 2026, more than 30 years after the original film <i>Khal Nayak</i> left a lasting impression on the audience. Now, actor Jackie Shroff has confirmed joining the cast to revisit the world of Ballu Balram.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The 1993 film was directed by Subhash Ghai and was a blockbuster of its time. <i>Khal Nayak </i>starred Dutt as the criminal Ballu Balram, Shroff as the police officer Ram, and Madhuri Dixit as an undercover cop, Ganga.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/khalnayak-returns-teaser-sanjay-dutt-confirms-his-return-as-ballu-balram-watch-1777085224729"><strong>Khalnayak Returns teaser: Sanjay Dutt confirms his return as Ballu Balram | Watch</strong></a></p><h2>Jackie Shroff confirms joining Khalnayak Returns</h2><p>During an interview with India Today, Shroff shared his excitement about working in the sequel, saying, "Excellent! I’m waiting for it." He further added, "100%. Commissioner has to be there, right? Commissioner toh hoga na (There must be a Commissioner, right?)."</p><p>With Shroff's confirmation, viewers are excited to revisit the memorable face-off between his character and Sanjay Dutt's infamous Ballu in the original film. The details about the film are yet to be unveiled by the makers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/after-khalnayak-returns-sanjay-dutt-confirms-vaastav-2-details-inside-1777197876647"><strong>After Khalnayak Returns, Sanjay Dutt confirms Vaastav 2</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The veteran actor also spoke about reuniting with Dutt on screen after decades. "It’s nice to be with friends. Mera jaan hai Sanju Baba (he is my life)," Shroff added. "Yes, I’ve spoken to Subhash ji, the producer, and Sanju Baba."</p><h2>About Khalnayak Returns</h2><p>The buzz regarding <i>Khalnayak Returns</i> has been growing since Dutt announced the sequel earlier this year. He has already shared the first look of the film. "The journey of Khalnayak has been long, and without Subhash ji, it wouldn’t have been possible. He is a legend and a man of entertainment. He will be part of this Khalnayak," he had said while announcing the film.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/watch-these-iconic-sanjay-dutt-movies-on-netflix-prime-video-and-more-full-list-inside-khalnayak-agneepath-and-more-1753699533024"><strong>Watch these iconic Sanjay Dutt movies on Netflix, Prime Video and more: Full list inside</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/kala-hiran-is-a-movie-based-on-salman-khan-s-blackbuck-case-in-the-works-1780156745447"><strong>Kala Hiran: Is a movie based on Salman Khan’s blackbuck case in the works?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Backed by Dutt's Three Dimension Motion Pictures in association with producer Aksha Kamboj's Aspect Entertainment, the sequel has acquired the rights from Mukta Arts.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to the actor, the idea for revisiting Ballu's story took shape during his time in prison. "In jail, I asked everyone around me -- who would be interested in watching it. And the 4,000 inmates said they all would. I asked all of them to write one page about it (new Khalnayak story), and it took me a while to read all 4,000 pages," he earlier said. "When I came out on parole, I asked Subhash sir to go through it. After that, he said it should be made."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Jackie Shroff has confirmed being a part of Khalnayak Returns, which was announced by Sanjay Dutt in April 2026. The 1993 film, directed by Subhash Ghai, revolved around the criminal Ballu Balram. Read on to know more.

Sanjay Dutt sparked a wave of excitement among fans after confirming Khalnayak Returns in April 2026, more than 30 years after the original film Khal Nayak left a lasting impression on the audience. Now, actor Jackie Shroff has confirmed joining the cast to revisit the world of Ballu Balram. The 1993 film was directed by Subhash Ghai and was a blockbuster of its time. Khal Nayak starred Dutt as the criminal Ballu Balram, Shroff as the police officer Ram, and Madhuri Dixit as an undercover cop, Ganga. Also Read: Khalnayak Returns teaser: Sanjay Dutt confirms his return as Ballu Balram | Watch Jackie Shroff confirms joining Khalnayak Returns During an interview with India Today, Shroff shared his excitement about working in the sequel, saying, "Excellent! I’m waiting for it." He further added, "100%. Commissioner has to be there, right? Commissioner toh hoga na (There must be a Commissioner, right?)." With Shroff's confirmation, viewers are excited to revisit the memorable face-off between his character and Sanjay Dutt's infamous Ballu in the original film. The details about the film are yet to be unveiled by the makers. Also Read: After Khalnayak Returns, Sanjay Dutt confirms Vaastav 2 The veteran actor also spoke about reuniting with Dutt on screen after decades. "It’s nice to be with friends. Mera jaan hai Sanju Baba (he is my life)," Shroff added. "Yes, I’ve spoken to Subhash ji, the producer, and Sanju Baba." About Khalnayak Returns The buzz regarding Khalnayak Returns has been growing since Dutt announced the sequel earlier this year. He has already shared the first look of the film. "The journey of Khalnayak has been long, and without Subhash ji, it wouldn’t have been possible. He is a legend and a man of entertainment. He will be part of this Khalnayak," he had said while announcing the film. Also Read: Watch these iconic Sanjay Dutt movies on Netflix, Prime Video and more: Full list inside

<p>Jackie Shroff has confirmed being a part of Khalnayak Returns, which was announced by Sanjay Dutt in April 2026. The 1993 film, directed by Subhash Ghai, revolved around the criminal Ballu Balram. Read on to know more.</p>

'Commissioner has to be there': Jackie Shroff confirms reuniting with Sanjay Dutt in Khalnayak Returns

<p>Salman Khan's blackbuck poaching case is one of the most infamous cases that all of us are versed in. But what if we tell you that a film has been made on the case that has the whole nation talking for years?</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The blackbuck poaching case involving Salman Khan is a high-profile legal matter that has drawn major media attention for years. The incident took place in 1998 during the filming of Hum Saath Saath Hain in Rajasthan. Salman Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Sonali Bendre, Neelam, and Tabu were accused of hunting two blackbucks, a protected species under the Wildlife Protection Act.</p><h3>Kala Hiran: Movie based on Salman Khan's blackbuck case</h3><p>On Friday (May 29), the upcoming movie titled Kaala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy, which is based on the high-profile case involving superstar Khan, was announced with a poster featuring an actor holding a gun. And he has an uncanny resemblance to Khan and is also wearing a silver bracelet like him with blue stone.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The movie is backed by producer Amit Jani, who had earlier produced the film Udaipur Files. The teaser of the movie is set to release on June 20.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Directed by Bharat S. Shrinate, the movie will reportedly explore the rivalry between Khan and gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, who is upset with Khan over his killing of the black buck. Apart from this, the movie is going to have a courtroom sequence.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film was shot in various cities of Uttar Pradesh, including Sambhal and Moradabad.</p>

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<p>Speaking to IANS, Jani said that the movie is based on the incident that took place in 1998 in Kakani village in Jodhpur.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He said, “Bollywood actors who had come to Jodhpur- Saif Ali Khan, Salman Khan, Tabu, Sonali Bendre, Satish Shah, and other people- were together during the shooting. The hunting that took place at that time, Salman Khan’s arrest and the punishment have been shown in the film. And its poster was very much awaited. People were waiting for a long time for a cinematic story around Salman Khan, Lawrence Bishnoi and the case of deer hunting. On June 20, we are going to release the first look, the teaser."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Since the announcement, netizens have been reacting with amusement, with some calling it a joke.&nbsp;</p>

Titled by Kaala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy, the movie has sparked discussion due to its apparent inspiration from Salman Khan's long-running blackbuck poaching case. Here are the details about the movie. 

Salman Khan's blackbuck poaching case is one of the most infamous cases that all of us are versed in. But what if we tell you that a film has been made on the case that has the whole nation talking for years? The blackbuck poaching case involving Salman Khan is a high-profile legal matter that has drawn major media attention for years. The incident took place in 1998 during the filming of Hum Saath Saath Hain in Rajasthan. Salman Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Sonali Bendre, Neelam, and Tabu were accused of hunting two blackbucks, a protected species under the Wildlife Protection Act. Kala Hiran: Movie based on Salman Khan's blackbuck case On Friday (May 29), the upcoming movie titled Kaala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy, which is based on the high-profile case involving superstar Khan, was announced with a poster featuring an actor holding a gun. And he has an uncanny resemblance to Khan and is also wearing a silver bracelet like him with blue stone. The movie is backed by producer Amit Jani, who had earlier produced the film Udaipur Files. The teaser of the movie is set to release on June 20. Directed by Bharat S. Shrinate, the movie will reportedly explore the rivalry between Khan and gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, who is upset with Khan over his killing of the black buck. Apart from this, the movie is going to have a courtroom sequence. The film was shot in various cities of Uttar Pradesh, including Sambhal and Moradabad.

<p>Titled by Kaala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy, the movie has sparked discussion due to its apparent inspiration from Salman Khan's long-running blackbuck poaching case. Here are the details about the movie.&nbsp;</p>

Kala Hiran: Is a movie based on Salman Khan’s blackbuck case in the works?

<p>Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana is one of the year’s most anticipated releases, with Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana. Arun Govil, iconic for playing Rama in Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayan, joins the film as King Dasharath.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On the auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti in April, the makers released the film’s first look featuring Ranbir as Lord Rama. His new look drew mixed reactions. Some fans loved it, while others were quick to criticise. Recently, Govil opened up about the backlash Ranbir’s casting has received, and he was hesitant to be part of the project.</p><h2>Arun Govil on Ramayana, backlash on Ranbir's character and why he didn't want to be part of the project.&nbsp;</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking to Variety India, the veteran actor was asked about the criticism over Ranbir’s look as Lord Rama. ''That perhaps is also because my performance as Lord Rama became the touchstone. It is still alive in the hearts and minds of people. Nobody wants to see another Rama,'' he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>''You know, my ‘Ramayan’ keeps playing somewhere or the other at any given time. Even today in North and Central India, whenever there are melas and tamashas and photos of Rama are sold, they have my face on them. So, for me, to talk about an actor's performance as Lord Rama doesn’t feel right.'' he added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ramayana-teaser-divides-internet-ranbir-kapoor-impresses-as-lord-rama-vfx-compared-to-adipurush-1775115967398">Ramayana teaser divides internet: Ranbir Kapoor impresses as Lord Rama, VFX compared to Adipurush</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During the conversation, when asked about his views on Ranbir playing the Lord, the actor refused to comment on it, but called him a ''good actor.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>''As Rama, I won't be able to tell you anything about him, but he is a good actor, there is no doubt about that. He is also a fine human being. As I said earlier, every actor pursues every character in their own way. And he must have played Lord Rama in his own unique way,'' he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read</strong>: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/-intimidating-and-inspiring-nitesh-tiwari-opens-up-to-ranbir-kapoor-about-directing-ramayana-1779525850915">'Intimidating and inspiring': Nitesh Tiwari opens up to Ranbir Kapoor about directing Ramayana</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During the conversation, Govil revealed that he didn't want to do this role. But it was director Nitesh, who made him say yes to play the role of King Dashrath, Lord.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>''Had I felt it wasn’t right, I would not have done it. To be honest, initially, I didn’t want to do this role. But Nitesh Tiwari, the director, was insistent. They wanted some connect between our Ramayan and this Ramayana,” he said.</p><h2>What do we know about Ramayana?</h2><p>Set to release in Diwali, Tiwari's film is one of the most ambitious magnum opuses that audiences across the world are eagerly waiting to watch. The two-part saga is an adaptation of Valmiki Ramayana. &nbsp;Made on a massive budget of Rs 4000 crore, Ramayana brings together some of the finest talents in the film industry. Produced by Namit Malhotra and DNEG. The music is a collaboration between Academy Award winner A. R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer, known for his work on Dune.</p>

Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana is one of the most-awaited projects of the year. Set to release in Diwali, the movie stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, , Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana. 

Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana is one of the year’s most anticipated releases, with Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana. Arun Govil, iconic for playing Rama in Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayan, joins the film as King Dasharath. On the auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti in April, the makers released the film’s first look featuring Ranbir as Lord Rama. His new look drew mixed reactions. Some fans loved it, while others were quick to criticise. Recently, Govil opened up about the backlash Ranbir’s casting has received, and he was hesitant to be part of the project. Arun Govil on Ramayana, backlash on Ranbir's character and why he didn't want to be part of the project. Speaking to Variety India, the veteran actor was asked about the criticism over Ranbir’s look as Lord Rama. ''That perhaps is also because my performance as Lord Rama became the touchstone. It is still alive in the hearts and minds of people. Nobody wants to see another Rama,'' he said. ''You know, my ‘Ramayan’ keeps playing somewhere or the other at any given time. Even today in North and Central India, whenever there are melas and tamashas and photos of Rama are sold, they have my face on them. So, for me, to talk about an actor's performance as Lord Rama doesn’t feel right.'' he added. Also read: Ramayana teaser divides internet: Ranbir Kapoor impresses as Lord Rama, VFX compared to Adipurush During the conversation, when asked about his views on Ranbir playing the Lord, the actor refused to comment on it, but called him a ''good actor.'' ''As Rama, I won't be able to tell you anything about him, but he is a good actor, there is no doubt about that. He is also a fine human being. As I said earlier, every actor pursues every character in their own way. And he must have played Lord Rama in his own unique way,'' he said. Also read: 'Intimidating and inspiring': Nitesh Tiwari opens up to Ranbir Kapoor about directing Ramayana During the conversation, Govil revealed that he didn't want to do this role. But it was director Nitesh, who made him say yes to play the role of King Dashrath, Lord. ''Had I felt it wasn’t right, I would not have done it. To be honest, initially, I didn’t want to do this role. But Nitesh Tiwari, the director, was insistent. They wanted some connect between our Ramayan and this Ramayana,” he said. What do we know about Ramayana? Set to release in Diwali, Tiwari's film is one of the most ambitious magnum opuses that audiences across the world are eagerly waiting to watch. The two-part saga is an adaptation of Valmiki Ramayana. Made on a massive budget of Rs 4000 crore, Ramayana brings together some of the finest talents in the film industry. Produced by Namit Malhotra and DNEG. The music is a collaboration between Academy Award winner A. R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer, known for his work on Dune.

<p>Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana is one of the most-awaited projects of the year. Set to release in Diwali, the movie stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, , Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Shweta Tripathi is one of the most loved actors on OTT today, who gained widespread recognition for her role as Golu Gupta in <i>Mirzapur</i>. Known for balancing cinema, OTT and theatre, the actor marked her return to the stage on Saturday with External Affairs, a comedy play where she shared the stage with her real-life husband Chaitanya Sharma for the first time.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While she loves being on camera, Shweta revealed that theatre continues to hold a special place in her heart, bringing her the greatest joy through human connection and honest storytelling.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a recent conversation with <i>WION</i>, Shweta Tripathi, 40, opened up about mental health, self-love, mistakes, changing opinions, and why artists should be allowed to evolve without constantly being judged. Warm and unguarded, Shweta shared her personal and professional journey with remarkable candour.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WION: What attracted you to External Affairs? Why did you decide to be a part of it?</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Shweta: </strong>For me, whether it’s stage, or screen, three things matter the most, the story, the character I’m playing, and the people making it.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With External Affairs, the people involved were already very special to me. Akarsh Khurana and his team have played a huge role in my life. In fact, because of one of their plays, The Interview, I met the love of my life and my best friend. So Akarsh is someone I will almost always say yes to.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He always gives me roles that allow me to have fun and explore myself as an actor. Once he even cast me as a young Sardar boy in a children’s play, and I absolutely loved it.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/jacqueline-fernandez-charged-in-rs-200-crore-extortion-case-linked-to-conman-sukesh-chandrasekhar-1780144368162"><strong>Jacqueline Fernandez charged in Rs 200 crore extortion case linked to conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Apart from that, External Affairs is a very well-written and fun play. The character I’m playing is a semi-successful influencer from the current generation. She’s modern, urban, and active on dating apps, which is very different from who I am as a person. I think I’m more of an old soul who values human interaction.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The play also explores the pressure of today’s digital world — constant consumption, endless entertainment, and being judged for everything you say, wear or do. I find that fascinating and challenging as an actor.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WION: This is your first project with your husband Chaitanya Sharma. What has the experience been like?</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Shweta:</strong> The comfort comes very naturally because we know each other so well. But the difficult part is that our characters are not as fond of each other as we are in real life.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>So we had to consciously dial down our own affection and focus on what the characters were feeling. That process of “unlearning” has actually been very interesting.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-tejasswi-s-viral-facelet-to-karan-kundra-s-ruffled-suit-a-look-at-desi-bling-s-fashion-statements-1780114329191"><strong>Tejasswi’s facelet to Karan’s ruffled suit: Desi Bling’s bizarre fashion looks</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Chaitanya and I have been married for nine years and dated for five years before that. Our first date happened years ago. But in the play, our characters are going on their first date. They are judging each other, wondering if the other person is a green flag, or red flag. We are far beyond that stage in real life, so recreating those butterflies again has been both the biggest challenge and the most fun part.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WION: What does theatre offer that films and web series cannot?</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Shweta: </strong>I don't look at it as a comparison because I love being on camera and I love being on set. But theatre is where our roots are. Before cameras, before scale and visibility, there were rehearsal rooms. Even when I was in school, I attended theatre workshops where we learned trust exercises, had long conversations and performed for live audiences. Every show is different. You learn from your mistakes and sometimes magical moments come out of those mistakes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Theatre also gives you grounding because the audience is responding in real time. If you miss something, they miss it. There are no retakes. Once you're on stage, you're on your own with your co-actors. It's almost like being on a sports field. The coach has prepared you, but once the game starts, it's up to you. The audience laughs with you, goes silent with you or becomes uncomfortable because of something you're saying. That's the magic of theatre.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In today's world, where attention is constantly being pulled in different directions, theatre is one of the few places where human attention is uninterrupted. It creates a community and can be a healing collective experience. Theatre keeps empathy alive.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/varun-dhawan-seeks-personality-rights-protection-delhi-high-court-grants-interim-order-1780139849353"><strong>Varun Dhawan seeks personality rights protection; Delhi HC grants interim order</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WION: Did Chaitnya discover anything about you as an actor that surprised him?</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Shweta:</strong> He discovered how chaotic my preparation process can be - and I think it scares him a little. I procrastinate a lot. Instead of doing the most important thing first, I’ll do everything else in the world. I’ve been like that since childhood. My room is always a "mess."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Chaitnya likes things neat and organised. So he’s amused watching my process. He also knows that if something goes wrong, he might have to handle it on stage, so I think he’s prepping even more carefully because of that. It’s actually very cute.</p><p>But because he’s such a wonderful co-actor and partner, I also feel a responsibility towards our professional relationship. We enjoy our personal bond, but I want us to enjoy and grow through our professional collaboration too.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WION: Golu Gupta from Mirzapur remains hugely popular. How did the show change your career?</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Shweta: </strong>It definitely opened more doors for me and literally doors to people's homes.</p><p>I get love from people of all ages. Earlier, people used to ask me when I would do something commercial. After <i>Mirzapur</i>, nobody asked that anymore.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>I read somewhere that it became a streaming phenomenon. I remember being at the Berlin Film Festival and people there knew about <i>Mirzapur</i>. When your work travels beyond your own country, it feels wonderful.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The show gave me recognition and love, and it also proved that if you stay honest to the kind of stories you want to tell, people will connect with them. It also makes my parents happy. My father is an IAS officer and my mother is a teacher. Nobody imagined I would become an actor.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><p>That's why I always tell parents to encourage their children and support their dreams. You never know what they're capable of.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ram-gopal-varma-backs-ranveer-singh-amid-don-3-row-stars-create-employment-not-fwice-1780134486337"><strong>Ram Gopal Varma backs Ranveer Singh amid Don 3 row: ‘Stars create employment'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WION: How do you protect your mental health in an industry where everyone has opinions?</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Shweta:</strong> I think films, sports and politics are fields where everybody has an opinion.</p><p>People constantly comment on what actors should wear, eat or say. But we're human beings too. We became actors because we wanted to act. I don't want to take the pressure of always being right. Human beings make mistakes. There will be things I wear that people don't like and things I say that I may later realise were wrong.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Opinions change. People change. That's part of life. I think it's important to focus on ourselves rather than constantly judging others. Self-love is not about being selfish. It is also about holding yourself accountable. It's easy to point out problems. Finding solutions and making positive contributions is much harder.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WION: What can audiences expect from Mirzapur: The Movie?</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Shweta: </strong>We are all extremely excited. It has been almost a decade of working together, and the cast has genuinely become a family.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>I have immense love and respect for my co-actors like Ali Fazal, Vijay Varma, Rasika Dugal and everyone else associated with the project. We are each other’s support systems even beyond work.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film is going to be a lot of fun on the big screen. The boys have killed it. People watched the series individually on OTT, but now audiences will experience that world together in theatres, and that energy will be very exciting. The background score is incredible and the entire team has worked very hard because we know how much the audience loves <i>Mirzapur</i>. We take that responsibility seriously.</p>

Shweta Tripathi, who became popular among OTT viewers with the series Mirzapur, opens up about what fans can expect from the upcoming Mirzapur: The Movie, her journey as an actor, mental health and more.

Shweta Tripathi is one of the most loved actors on OTT today, who gained widespread recognition for her role as Golu Gupta in Mirzapur. Known for balancing cinema, OTT and theatre, the actor marked her return to the stage on Saturday with External Affairs, a comedy play where she shared the stage with her real-life husband Chaitanya Sharma for the first time. While she loves being on camera, Shweta revealed that theatre continues to hold a special place in her heart, bringing her the greatest joy through human connection and honest storytelling. In a recent conversation with WION, Shweta Tripathi, 40, opened up about mental health, self-love, mistakes, changing opinions, and why artists should be allowed to evolve without constantly being judged. Warm and unguarded, Shweta shared her personal and professional journey with remarkable candour. WION: What attracted you to External Affairs? Why did you decide to be a part of it? Shweta: For me, whether it’s stage, or screen, three things matter the most, the story, the character I’m playing, and the people making it. With External Affairs, the people involved were already very special to me. Akarsh Khurana and his team have played a huge role in my life. In fact, because of one of their plays, The Interview, I met the love of my life and my best friend. So Akarsh is someone I will almost always say yes to. He always gives me roles that allow me to have fun and explore myself as an actor. Once he even cast me as a young Sardar boy in a children’s play, and I absolutely loved it. Also Read: Jacqueline Fernandez charged in Rs 200 crore extortion case linked to conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar Apart from that, External Affairs is a very well-written and fun play. The character I’m playing is a semi-successful influencer from the current generation. She’s modern, urban, and active on dating apps, which is very different from who I am as a person. I think I’m more of an old soul who values human interaction. The play also explores the pressure of today’s digital world — constant consumption, endless entertainment, and being judged for everything you say, wear or do. I find that fascinating and challenging as an actor. WION: This is your first project with your husband Chaitanya Sharma. What has the experience been like? Shweta: The comfort comes very naturally because we know each other so well. But the difficult part is that our characters are not as fond of each other as we are in real life. So we had to consciously dial down our own affection and focus on what the characters were feeling. That process of “unlearning” has actually been very interesting.

<p>Shweta Tripathi, who became popular among OTT viewers with the series Mirzapur, opens up about what fans can expect from the upcoming Mirzapur: The Movie, her journey as an actor, mental health and more.</p>

'Nobody imagined I would become an actor': Shweta Tripathi on Mirzapur impact, being judged as a public figure | Exclusive

<p>Bollywood star Varun Dhawan has approached the Delhi High Court to prohibit the use of his name, image, and voice for exploitative content without his consent. The Delhi HC has proceeded to protect the actor’s personality from misuse for commercial purposes.</p><h2>Varun Dhawan seeks personality rights</h2><p>Reportedly, on May 29 (Friday), the <i>Judwaa 2 </i>actor approached the Delhi HC seeking protection of his personality rights. He took this legal step to safeguard his name, image, and voice from unauthorised exploitation across digital platforms. His plea was heard by a single-judge bench of Justice Jyoti Singh.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/aishwarya-rai-bachchan-approaches-delhi-high-court-for-protection-of-personality-and-public-image-1757409902194"><strong>Aishwarya Rai Bachchan approaches Delhi High Court for protection of personality and public image</strong></a></p><h2>Delhi HC issues an interim order</h2><p>As per multiple reports, the Delhi HC passed an interim order against the unauthorised use of his identity online. As per Live Law, Justice Singh directed that any unauthorised material associated with the actor, including deepfake videos, explicit content, and commercial merchandise, must be taken down from every social media and digital site.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/shashi-tharoor-moves-hc-over-personality-rights-other-indian-celebrities-who-ve-joined-the-trend-in-pics-1778232482553"><strong> Shashi Tharoor moves HC over personality rights: Other Indian celebrities who’ve joined the trend | In Pics</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The actor's suit, filed through senior advocate Sandeep Sethi, stated the number of links allegedly carrying infringing content related to the actor.</p><h2>What is an interim order?</h2><p>An interim order is a temporary order issued by a court while a lawsuit or legal proceeding is ongoing. Its primary purpose is to maintain the status quo, protect the rights of the parties involved, and prevent irreparable harm until a final judgment or decision is made.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-aishwarya-rai-to-ratan-tata-celebrities-who-moved-delhi-high-court-for-personality-rights-1757417698331"><strong>From Aishwarya Rai to Ratan Tata: Celebrities who moved Delhi High Court for personality rights</strong></a></p><h2>Other actors have filed similar lawsuits</h2><p>Varun Dhawan is not the first actor to appeal for the protection of personality rights; there are several Bollywood stars who have sought a similar plea from the government.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Last year in September, Aishwarya Rai approached the Delhi High Court to protect her personality and publicity rights. Salman Khan, Naga Chaitanya, R Madhavan, Jr NTR, Amitabh Bachchan, and other notable stars have also filed similar legal suits.</p><h2>Varun Dhawan's work front</h2><p>Varun Dhawan is gearing up for his upcoming romantic comedy film, <i>Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai</i>, directed by his father, David Dhawan. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on June 5. Alongside Dhawan, it also features Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde.</p>

Varun Dhawan has recently joined the list of celebrities seeking personality rights, preventing misuse of his identity. Before him, Aishwarya Rai, Amitabh Bachchan, and many others approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of their personalities and public images.

Bollywood star Varun Dhawan has approached the Delhi High Court to prohibit the use of his name, image, and voice for exploitative content without his consent. The Delhi HC has proceeded to protect the actor’s personality from misuse for commercial purposes. Varun Dhawan seeks personality rights Reportedly, on May 29 (Friday), the Judwaa 2 actor approached the Delhi HC seeking protection of his personality rights. He took this legal step to safeguard his name, image, and voice from unauthorised exploitation across digital platforms. His plea was heard by a single-judge bench of Justice Jyoti Singh. Also Read: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan approaches Delhi High Court for protection of personality and public image Delhi HC issues an interim order As per multiple reports, the Delhi HC passed an interim order against the unauthorised use of his identity online. As per Live Law, Justice Singh directed that any unauthorised material associated with the actor, including deepfake videos, explicit content, and commercial merchandise, must be taken down from every social media and digital site. Also Read: Shashi Tharoor moves HC over personality rights: Other Indian celebrities who’ve joined the trend | In Pics The actor's suit, filed through senior advocate Sandeep Sethi, stated the number of links allegedly carrying infringing content related to the actor. What is an interim order? An interim order is a temporary order issued by a court while a lawsuit or legal proceeding is ongoing. Its primary purpose is to maintain the status quo, protect the rights of the parties involved, and prevent irreparable harm until a final judgment or decision is made. Also Read: From Aishwarya Rai to Ratan Tata: Celebrities who moved Delhi High Court for personality rights Other actors have filed similar lawsuits Varun Dhawan is not the first actor to appeal for the protection of personality rights; there are several Bollywood stars who have sought a similar plea from the government. Last year in September, Aishwarya Rai approached the Delhi High Court to protect her personality and publicity rights. Salman Khan, Naga Chaitanya, R Madhavan, Jr NTR, Amitabh Bachchan, and other notable stars have also filed similar legal suits. Varun Dhawan's work front Varun Dhawan is gearing up for his upcoming romantic comedy film, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, directed by his father, David Dhawan. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on June 5. Alongside Dhawan, it also features Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde.

<p>Varun Dhawan has recently joined the list of celebrities seeking personality rights, preventing misuse of his identity. Before him, Aishwarya Rai, Amitabh Bachchan, and many others approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of their personalities and public images.</p>

Varun Dhawan seeks personality rights protection; Delhi High Court grants interim order

<p><i>Cocktail 2</i>, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, is all set to arrive in theatres next month. Directed by Homi Adajania, the upcoming film is a follow up for 2012 hit <i>Cocktail</i>. Amid the ongoing excitement around the film, the actors have finally addressed a viral clip from one of the movie's promotional appearances that sparked a conversation on social media.</p><h2>What's the viral video</h2><p>The conversation began earlier this month during the film's music launch in Mumbai. In the viral clip, Shahid can be seen placing his hand on Rashmika's shoulder while the cast posed for photographers. However, what caught the attention was when Rashmika immediately moved aside.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/an-elderly-man-shares-a-heartwarming-moment-with-shahid-kapoor-netizens-hail-the-sweet-gesture-watch-1778301815163"><strong>Shahid Kapoor's heartwarming moment with an elderly man wins the internet | Watch</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Many users interpreted the interaction as awkward and questioned whether the actress appeared uncomfortable.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Neither Shahid nor Rashmika responded to the discussions at the time.</p><h2>Shahid reacts</h2><p>As the clip continued circulating across platforms, the conversation around the video intensified. But now, instead of issuing statements, the duo chose humor and turned the moment into a joke.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/cocktail-2-rashmika-mandanna-kriti-sanon-shahid-kapoor-s-teaser-releases-in-theatres-goes-viral-online-fans-call-refreshing-1773925975382"><strong>Cocktail 2: Rashmika Mandanna, Kriti Sanon, Shahid Kapoor's teaser releases in theatres, goes viral online; fans call ‘refreshing’</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/-unpaid-pr-team-pritam-breaks-silence-on-cocktail-2-song-mashooqa-plagiarism-allegations-1779367453287"><strong>‘Unpaid PR team’: Pritam breaks silence on Cocktail 2 song Mashooqa plagiarism allegations</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During a promotional appearance on May 29, the actors put the rumours to rest. While posing for the cameras alongside co-star Kriti, Shahid jokingly recreated the viral moment by stepping away from Rashmika.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The playful gesture left Kriti laughing, while Rashmika also joined in on the joke. In videos from the event, the actress can be heard telling Shahid, "I didn't back down like that on any pretext."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ram-gopal-varma-backs-ranveer-singh-amid-don-3-row-stars-create-employment-not-fwice-1780134486337"><strong>Ram Gopal Varma backs Ranveer Singh amid Don 3 row: ‘Stars create employment, not FWICE’</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The exchange quickly went viral, with fans being assured that there isn't any tension between the co-stars. Reacting to the viral video, one user said, "REVENGE," while another jokingly added, "He gives lessons to everyone, well done." "Haha tit for tat," wrote another.</p><h2>About Cocktail 2</h2><p>The romantic drama comes a decade after the original film, which featured Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty in lead roles. <i>Cocktail 2</i> is scheduled to hit theatres on June 19.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Cocktail 2 actors Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna have finally addressed a viral clip from one of the movie's promotional appearances which many users interpreted the interaction as awkward. Read on to know more.

Cocktail 2, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, is all set to arrive in theatres next month. Directed by Homi Adajania, the upcoming film is a follow up for 2012 hit Cocktail. Amid the ongoing excitement around the film, the actors have finally addressed a viral clip from one of the movie's promotional appearances that sparked a conversation on social media. What's the viral video The conversation began earlier this month during the film's music launch in Mumbai. In the viral clip, Shahid can be seen placing his hand on Rashmika's shoulder while the cast posed for photographers. However, what caught the attention was when Rashmika immediately moved aside. Also Read: Shahid Kapoor's heartwarming moment with an elderly man wins the internet | Watch Many users interpreted the interaction as awkward and questioned whether the actress appeared uncomfortable. Neither Shahid nor Rashmika responded to the discussions at the time. Shahid reacts As the clip continued circulating across platforms, the conversation around the video intensified. But now, instead of issuing statements, the duo chose humor and turned the moment into a joke. Also Read: Cocktail 2: Rashmika Mandanna, Kriti Sanon, Shahid Kapoor's teaser releases in theatres, goes viral online; fans call ‘refreshing’

<p>Cocktail 2 actors Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna have finally addressed a viral clip from one of the movie's promotional appearances, which many users interpreted as awkward. Read on to know more.</p>

Cocktail 2: Shahid Kapoor teases Rashmika Mandanna over controversy moment; Kriti Sanon can't stop laughing | Watch

<p>Everyone is talking about Don 3 and the feud that has brewed between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar. While everyone in the industry has taken a side, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently reacted to it by slamming the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) for issuing a non-cooperative directive against Singh.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The controversy around Singh's exit escalated when FWICE issued a notice against Ranveer. Under this, the cine body advised its members not to work with him.</p><h3>Ram Gopal Verma slams FWICE, says it's Singh, who creates employment for those lakhs of FWICE workers and not the cine body. &nbsp;</h3><p>RGV is known for his unfiltered posts on X. Days after the controversy escalated following FWICE's press conference against the actor, he weighed in.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/salman-khan-not-acting-as-mediator-between-ranveer-singh-and-farhan-akhtar-report-1780128813507">Salman Khan NOT acting as mediator between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar: Report</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Saying that FWICE is neither a court of legal justice nor a government-authorised regulatory body, he argued that the ban should be on FWICE, not on Ranveer Singh.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>''The so called “BAN” or non co operation in the style of Gandhiji , will eventually become a BIG FAT JOKE on FWICE. This isn’t industry or worker protection, &nbsp;like they are claiming. It is just a pure performative muscle flexing , by an extremely outdated union system , desperately trying to hold on to their grip,'' he wrote.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">BAN “FWICE” and not <a href="https://x.com/RanveerOfficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RanveerOfficial</a><br><br>The so called “BAN” or non co operation in the style of Gandhiji , will eventually become a BIG FAT JOKE on FWICE <br><br>This isn’t industry or worker protection, like they are claiming. It is just a pure performative muscle flexing , by an…</p>&mdash; Ram Gopal Varma (@RGVzoomin) <a href="https://x.com/RGVzoomin/status/2060426161835090387?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 29, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/don-3-controversy-timeline-ranveer-singh-s-exit-rs-40-crore-demand-and-fwice-action-what-went-wrong-1779807142791"><strong>Don 3 controversy timeline: Ranveer Singh’s exit, Rs 40 crore demand and FWICE action - What went wrong ?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Saying that FWICE is acting like a "kangaroo court", ''FWICE is neither a court of legal justice nor a government authorised regulatory body , and at best it’s a kangaroo court , which by definition pretends to deliver justice , but in actual fact it disregards established legal rules, due process, and impartiality. That is because the verdict is often decided in advance by a group of a specific agenda oriented people meeting privately including actors who are scared shitless with the mega success of&nbsp;<br>@RanveerOfficial in Dhurandhar.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further, the post emphasises that stars like Ranveer generate box-office revenue and employment, not FWICE.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-did-not-respond-to-fwice-invitation-to-resolve-don-3-dispute-reveals-federation-chief-advisor-1779862332304"><strong>Ranveer Singh did not respond to FWICE invitation to resolve Don 3 dispute, reveals federation chief advisor</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>''It is stars like @RanveerOfficial, who sell tickets at the theatres and not FWICE. It is stars like @RanveerOfficial, who create employment to those lakhs of FWICE workers and not FWICE,'' he wrote.</p><h3>Don 3 Controversy: What do we know about it so far?</h3><p>The dispute between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar over Don 3 has spiralled into a full-blown industry crisis. What started as Singh’s exit from the film has now reached the cine bodies, becoming a wider issue with Excel Entertainment seeking over Rs 40 crore in damages. Initially, it was reported that the actor agreed to return the signing amount of Rs 10 crore. However, the situation escalated when FWICE issued a non-cooperation notice against the actor.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reacting to the notice against him, Singh’s official spokesperson shared, “Ranveer Singh holds the highest regard for the film fraternity and for everyone associated with the Don franchise. Throughout the recent developments surrounding Don 3, he has consciously chosen to maintain silence, believing that professional discussions and personal equations are best handled with dignity, maturity and mutual respect.''</p>

Ram Gopal Verma, in his new post, argued that one should ban FWICE, not Ranveer Singh. In a lengthy post, the filmmaker has slammed the cinebody, saying that it's acting like a 'Kangaroo court.'

Everyone is talking about Don 3 and the feud that has brewed between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar. While everyone in the industry has taken a side, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently reacted to it by slamming the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) for issuing a non-cooperative directive against Singh. The controversy around Singh's exit escalated when FWICE issued a notice against Ranveer. Under this, the cine body advised its members not to work with him. Ram Gopal Verma slams FWICE, says it's Singh, who creates employment for those lakhs of FWICE workers and not the cine body. RGV is known for his unfiltered posts on X. Days after the controversy escalated following FWICE's press conference against the actor, he weighed in. Also read: Salman Khan NOT acting as mediator between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar: Report Saying that FWICE is neither a court of legal justice nor a government-authorised regulatory body, he argued that the ban should be on FWICE, not on Ranveer Singh. ''The so called “BAN” or non co operation in the style of Gandhiji , will eventually become a BIG FAT JOKE on FWICE. This isn’t industry or worker protection, like they are claiming. It is just a pure performative muscle flexing , by an extremely outdated union system , desperately trying to hold on to their grip,'' he wrote.

<p>Ram Gopal Verma, in his new post, argued that one should ban FWICE, not Ranveer Singh. In a lengthy post, the filmmaker has slammed the cinebody, saying that it's acting like a 'Kangaroo court.'</p>

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