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<p>On Thursday (29 Jan), IRS officer Sameer Wankhede faced a setback after the Delhi High Court rejected the defamation suit filed by him over Aryan Khan's directorial series, The Ba***ds of Bollywood. The defamation suit was filed over a scene, which he claims parodies and defames him. After a months-long hearing, Wankhede's case has been dismissed. In the recent verdict, the Court said that it lacks jurisdiction to entertain the complaint.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Former Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) officer Wankhede filed a defamation lawsuit against Shah Rukh Khan’s production company Red Chillies Entertainment and Netflix in late Sept 2025.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>With this judgment, the High Court declined to entertain Wankhede's defamation claim.</h2><p>Wankhede had approached the Court seeking interim directions against Shah Rukh Khan's production house, Red Chillies Entertainment, and OTT platform Netflix, including the removal of certain scenes from the series, alleging that they were defamatory and harmed his reputation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/is-that-sameer-wankhede-aryan-khan-s-funny-dig-in-ba-ds-of-bollywood-forces-netizens-to-react-1758210136312">Is that Sameer Wankhede? Aryan Khan's funny dig in Ba***ds Of Bollywood forces netizens to react</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"With the main contesting defendants (Red Chillies), residing in Mumbai, the plaintiff (Wankhede) himself being a resident of Mumbai, and further the wrong, as per the plaintiff’s own plaint, having also occurred at Mumbai, the Merger Rule of Tejpal applies with full force. The jurisdiction to entertain the present suit, lies only with the courts in Mumbai .... This Court lacks the jurisdiction to entertain the plaint, the same is, therefore, returned to the plaintiff, to be presented, if so advised, before a Court of competent jurisdiction. Pending applications, if any, stand disposed of," the Court said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sameer filed the case against Netflix, Aryan Khan, Red Chillies Entertainment, X Corp, Google LLC, and Meta platforms and two others.&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Why Wankhede sued Netflix and Aryan Khan : The case explained</strong></h2><p>Wamkhede, who had arrested Aryan Khan in 2021 in a drug case, had filed the case against the show over a scene that he claims is inspired by him and is defamatory and tarnishes his reputation. He sought Rs 2 crore in damages from Red Chillies Entertainment, SRK and his wife Gauri Khan's production house and the company behind The Ba***ds of Bollywood.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/kohrra-season-2-trailer-out-barun-sobti-and-mona-singh-are-solving-the-murder-with-emotional-mist-1769667133931">Kohrra Season 2 trailer: Barun Sobti and Mona Singh solves foggy mystery</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Besides damages, Wankhede also demanded to take down defamatory content.</p><h2>The raid scene of The Ba***ds of Bollywood</h2><p>The scene in question is from the first episode of the show titled "Meet the Ba***ds Khan. A police van arrives, and a man resembling Sameer Wankhede, played by an actor, steps out. He says, "I will raid this venue today", and "Drugs have ruined this country".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He then arrests a Bollywood actor who wasn't doing drugs, saying "Satyamev Jayate", a phrase Wankhede often used during Aryan Khan's case.&nbsp;</p>

Former Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) officer Wankhede filed a defamation lawsuit against Shah Rukh Khan’s production company Red Chillies Entertainment and Netflix in late Sept 2025. 

On Thursday (29 Jan), IRS officer Sameer Wankhede faced a setback after the Delhi High Court rejected the defamation suit filed by him over Aryan Khan's directorial series, The Ba***ds of Bollywood. The defamation suit was filed over a scene, which he claims parodies and defames him. After a months-long hearing, Wankhede's case has been dismissed. In the recent verdict, the Court said that it lacks jurisdiction to entertain the complaint. Former Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) officer Wankhede filed a defamation lawsuit against Shah Rukh Khan’s production company Red Chillies Entertainment and Netflix in late Sept 2025. With this judgment, the High Court declined to entertain Wankhede's defamation claim. Wankhede had approached the Court seeking interim directions against Shah Rukh Khan's production house, Red Chillies Entertainment, and OTT platform Netflix, including the removal of certain scenes from the series, alleging that they were defamatory and harmed his reputation. Also read: Is that Sameer Wankhede? Aryan Khan's funny dig in Ba***ds Of Bollywood forces netizens to react "With the main contesting defendants (Red Chillies), residing in Mumbai, the plaintiff (Wankhede) himself being a resident of Mumbai, and further the wrong, as per the plaintiff’s own plaint, having also occurred at Mumbai, the Merger Rule of Tejpal applies with full force. The jurisdiction to entertain the present suit, lies only with the courts in Mumbai .... This Court lacks the jurisdiction to entertain the plaint, the same is, therefore, returned to the plaintiff, to be presented, if so advised, before a Court of competent jurisdiction. Pending applications, if any, stand disposed of," the Court said. Sameer filed the case against Netflix, Aryan Khan, Red Chillies Entertainment, X Corp, Google LLC, and Meta platforms and two others. Why Wankhede sued Netflix and Aryan Khan : The case explained Wamkhede, who had arrested Aryan Khan in 2021 in a drug case, had filed the case against the show over a scene that he claims is inspired by him and is defamatory and tarnishes his reputation. He sought Rs 2 crore in damages from Red Chillies Entertainment, SRK and his wife Gauri Khan's production house and the company behind The Ba***ds of Bollywood. Also read: Kohrra Season 2 trailer: Barun Sobti and Mona Singh solves foggy mystery Besides damages, Wankhede also demanded to take down defamatory content. The raid scene of The Ba***ds of Bollywood The scene in question is from the first episode of the show titled "Meet the Ba***ds Khan. A police van arrives, and a man resembling Sameer Wankhede, played by an actor, steps out. He says, "I will raid this venue today", and "Drugs have ruined this country". He then arrests a Bollywood actor who wasn't doing drugs, saying "Satyamev Jayate", a phrase Wankhede often used during Aryan Khan's case.

<p>Former Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) officer Wankhede filed a defamation lawsuit against Shah Rukh Khan’s production company Red Chillies Entertainment and Netflix in late Sept 2025.&nbsp;</p>

Big update! Delhi High Court rejects Sameer Wankhede's defamation suit against Aryan Khan’s The Ba***ds of Bollywood

<p>New season and a new chilling case. The trailer of <i>Kohrra season 2</i> is out, and it’s thrilling, shocking, and gripping all at once. After the first season became a superhit, Netflix renewed the hit show for season 2, with actor Barun Sobti reprising his role as ASI Amarpal Garundi, this time joined by a new cop, Sub-Inspector Dhanwant Kaur, played by Mona Singh.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Directed by Sudip Sharma and Faisal Rahman, Season 2 is created and written by Gunjit Chopra, Diggi Sisodia, and Sudip.</p><h2>Kohrra Season 2 trailer out</h2><p>On Thursday (29 Jan) morning, Netflix gave the day a rather foggy and mysterious start with the release of the trailer that fans had been waiting for.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-kantara-controversy-fir-filed-against-actor-for-hurting-religious-sentiments-1769625345488">FIR filed against Ranveer Singh over controversial Kantara performance</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Set in the gloomy city of Dalerpura in Punjab, the trailer revolves around Amar (Barun), who has been transferred to a different Police station and Dhanwant (Mona) as they investigate the murder of a woman named Preet Bajwa, played by Pooja Bhamrrah.&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="et" dir="ltr">Kohrre se nikal kar aa raha hai ek naya case. And Inspectors Dhanwant &amp; Garundi will be on duty 🔥<br>Watch Kohrra: Season 2, out 11 February, only on Netflix. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KohrraSeason2OnNetflix?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KohrraSeason2OnNetflix</a> <a href="https://t.co/OsyHNruVq0">pic.twitter.com/OsyHNruVq0</a></p>&mdash; Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/NetflixIndia/status/2016733866749546684?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Much similar to the first season, the new season revolves around a web of emotions that the two characters are going through.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The trailer starts with Dhanwant, who looks sad as she watches school kids, hinting at her personal life turmoil. The moment she receives a call from work, we see her and Amar heading to the crime scene, where we see the body of women, who has been brutally murdered.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Both Amar and Dhanwant embark on a mission to solve the murder, investigating the case and questioning several people, including her husband, played by Rannvijay Singha and learns about her turbulent personal life. The clip unveils several other key characters.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/dhurandhar-ott-release-ranveer-singh-s-blockbuster-to-stream-on-netflix-1769603109425">Is Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar releasing on OTT on THIS date? Here's what we know</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Women are always complicated,” Garundi says in Punjabi. To this, Dhanwant says, &nbsp;“Men are not less”&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With a tense atmosphere, the clip shows that the gloomy town's atmosphere is not just limited to the characters or story but also reflects the feelings and the personal conflicts that these characters are going through, as in the last part of the trailer, it has been revealed that Mona's husband is missing.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>Kohrra season 2</i> is releasing on February 11, only on Netflix.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Directed by Sudip Sharma and Faisal Rahman, Kohrra Season 2 is created and written by Gunjit Chopra, Diggi Sisodia, and Sudip Sharma.

New season and a new chilling case. The trailer of Kohrra season 2 is out, and it’s thrilling, shocking, and gripping all at once. After the first season became a superhit, Netflix renewed the hit show for season 2, with actor Barun Sobti reprising his role as ASI Amarpal Garundi, this time joined by a new cop, Sub-Inspector Dhanwant Kaur, played by Mona Singh. Directed by Sudip Sharma and Faisal Rahman, Season 2 is created and written by Gunjit Chopra, Diggi Sisodia, and Sudip. Kohrra Season 2 trailer out On Thursday (29 Jan) morning, Netflix gave the day a rather foggy and mysterious start with the release of the trailer that fans had been waiting for. Also read: FIR filed against Ranveer Singh over controversial Kantara performance Set in the gloomy city of Dalerpura in Punjab, the trailer revolves around Amar (Barun), who has been transferred to a different Police station and Dhanwant (Mona) as they investigate the murder of a woman named Preet Bajwa, played by Pooja Bhamrrah.

<p>Directed by Sudip Sharma and Faisal Rahman, Kohrra Season 2 promises to be a gripping whodunit. Revolving around Mona Singh and Barun Sobti, the show will premiere on 11 Feb.&nbsp;</p>

Kohrra Season 2 trailer out: Barun Sobti and Mona Singh are solving the murder with emotional mist

<p>Border 2 has turned out to be a massive hit at the box office. Fans loved Sunny Deol's return in the war drama, and now fans are looking forward to another chapter of the franchise. Recently, producer &nbsp;Bhushan Kumar has created a buzz on social media after hinting that Border 3 is on the cards.</p><h2>Border 3 confirmed?</h2><p>While, there has been no official announcement regarding Border 3, Bhushan Kumar has reportedly confirmed that the franchise will move forward.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/dhurandhar-ott-release-ranveer-singh-s-blockbuster-to-stream-on-netflix-1769603109425"><strong>Dhurandhar OTT release? Ranveer Singh’s blockbuster to stream on Netflix</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Obviously, it is such a big franchise. If you bring something back after almost 30 years and it is getting so much love, we will definitely take it forward," Bhushan Kumar told Hindustan Times when asked about the third installment.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He further revealed that when the third film takes shape, it will once again be in a collaboration between Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series and JP Dutta and Nidhi Dutta’s JP Films, the same banners behind Border 2.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-soundarya-to-taruni-sachdev-famous-celebrities-who-died-in-plane-accidents-1769594935095"><strong>From Soundarya to Taruni Sachdev: Famous celebrities who died in plane accidents</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"We are doing a joint venture with his company and my company. He'll be directing, and it will be something new. Border 3 will happen in due course," he said. However, the project is currently at a very early stage, and the director has yet to be finalised.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/rang-de-basanti-makers-organise-special-screening-to-celebrate-20-years-director-and-aamir-khan-to-attend-1769599693431"><strong>Rang De Basanti: Makers organise special screening to celebrate 20 Years</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Kumar also clarified that Border3 will not go on floors immediately, as he has a new project with director Anurag Singh in line. "We will continue what we were discussing even before Border 2 came into the picture. Now is the time for that. The next film will be on those lines," he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><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"><strong>Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli's pose with fan during casual outing in London</strong></a></p><h2>About Border 2</h2><p>Directed by Anurag Singh, the sequel to JP Dutta's 1997 iconic war film Border stars Diljit Dosanjh, Varun Dhawan, and Ahan Shetty in the lead alongside Sunny Deol. The film also features Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Medha Rana, and Anya Singh in key roles.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film is produced by Bhushan Kumar, JP Dutta, Nidhi Dutta, and Krishan Kumar, and is inspired by the 1971 India-Pakistan war. Released on January 23, the film's total net collection in India is reportedly around Rs 199.5 crore.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

After the success of Border 2, producer Bhushan Kumar has hinted that the third installment is on the cards, sending fans to frenzy. Read on to know more.

Border 2 has turned out to be a massive hit at the box office. Fans loved Sunny Deol's return in the war drama, and now fans are looking forward to another chapter of the franchise. Recently, producer Bhushan Kumar has created a buzz on social media after hinting that Border 3 is on the cards. Border 3 confirmed? While, there has been no official announcement regarding Border 3, Bhushan Kumar has reportedly confirmed that the franchise will move forward. Also Read: Dhurandhar OTT release? Ranveer Singh’s blockbuster to stream on Netflix "Obviously, it is such a big franchise. If you bring something back after almost 30 years and it is getting so much love, we will definitely take it forward," Bhushan Kumar told Hindustan Times when asked about the third installment. He further revealed that when the third film takes shape, it will once again be in a collaboration between Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series and JP Dutta and Nidhi Dutta’s JP Films, the same banners behind Border 2. Also Read: From Soundarya to Taruni Sachdev: Famous celebrities who died in plane accidents "We are doing a joint venture with his company and my company. He'll be directing, and it will be something new. Border 3 will happen in due course," he said. However, the project is currently at a very early stage, and the director has yet to be finalised. Also Read: Rang De Basanti: Makers organise special screening to celebrate 20 Years Kumar also clarified that Border3 will not go on floors immediately, as he has a new project with director Anurag Singh in line. "We will continue what we were discussing even before Border 2 came into the picture. Now is the time for that. The next film will be on those lines," he said. Also Read: Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli's pose with fan during casual outing in London About Border 2 Directed by Anurag Singh, the sequel to JP Dutta's 1997 iconic war film Border stars Diljit Dosanjh, Varun Dhawan, and Ahan Shetty in the lead alongside Sunny Deol. The film also features Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Medha Rana, and Anya Singh in key roles. The film is produced by Bhushan Kumar, JP Dutta, Nidhi Dutta, and Krishan Kumar, and is inspired by the 1971 India-Pakistan war. Released on January 23, the film's total net collection in India is reportedly around Rs 199.5 crore.

<p>After the success of Border 2, producer Bhushan Kumar has hinted that the third installment is on the cards, sending fans to frenzy. Read on to know more.</p>

Is Border 3 happening? Bhushan Kumar drops a major hint after the success of Border 2

<p>Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar took the box office by storm in December 2025. After shattering several box office records and becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025, the movie is reportedly set to arrive on OTT. So those who missed the film in theatres can finally watch it now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Released in theatres on 5 Dec, Dhurandhar had a slow start despite all the buzz and star power. However, the film slowly and steadily became the talk of the town, with major credit going to Akshaye Khanna’s performance as Rehman Dakait. The strong word of mouth proved to be highly beneficial for the movie.</p><h2>Dhurandhar’ OTT release: When and where will the movie stream?</h2><p>Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar was the box office phenomenon Bollywood had been waiting for. After a two-month theatrical run, the movie is reportedly set to release on Netflix, the film’s official digital partner.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/border-2-star-diljit-dosanjh-reveals-he-could-not-afford-a-ticket-to-watch-the-original-border-in-theatre-1769597992382">Diljit Dosanjh reveals he could'nt afford to watch original Border in theatre</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While the official date has not been announced yet, reports suggest that the movie will stream on 30 Jan after completing its eight-week theatrical window.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The OTT release of Dhurandhar will help it reach a wider audience across India and globally, further boosting the film’s buzz and building anticipation for its sequel.</p><h2>Dhurandhar: Everything you need to know about the movie</h2><p>Directed by Aditya Dhar, the espionage drama received mixed reviews from critics but garnered an overwhelmingly positive response from audiences, who praised the performances and gripping storyline.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While Dhurandhar is a film many are already familiar with, for those who aren’t, the story revolves around a mission called ‘’Dhurandhar,” set up by the Indian government.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/bridgerton-season-4-premiere-details-out-when-and-what-time-it-will-stream-in-india-1769589762930">Bridgerton Season 4 premiere details: When and what time it will stream in India</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As part of the plan, an undercover agent, Jaskirat Singh Rangi (Ranveer Singh), &nbsp;under the alias Hamza Ali Mazari, is sent to Lyari Town in Karachi to infiltrate terror operations in the neighbouring country. During the anti-terror mission, he soon comes into contact with Rehman, one of the most feared goons in the area, earns his trust, and becomes his close aide.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the film, R. Madhavan plays Ajay Sanyal, a senior intelligence officer who is the mastermind behind the entire operation, while Khanna essays the role of gangster Dakait.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and Sara Arjun play SP Chaudhary Aslam, ISI Major Iqbal, and Yalina, respectively.</p><h2>What is Dhurandhar 2 about?</h2><p>Dhurandhar 2 is set to release on March 19 and will explore the backstory of Jaskirat Singh, detailing how and why he was chosen for the undercover mission. As per reports, the film has received clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and is officially titled Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge.</p><h2>Dhurandhar review:</h2><p><strong>Aditya Dhar delivers a big-screen experience we needed, powered by Ranveer Singh &amp; Akshaye Khanna</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The writing and screenplay of the movie are well-managed, without any over-the-top, chest-thumping patriotic drama that the audience is tired of, or heavy monologues or dialogues. The film maintains a gripping narrative tone, led by Ranveer’s character Hamza, while also giving equal importance to every other character. The cherry on the cake is the performances, wherein the good writing is supported by the cast. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/dhurandhar-movie-review-aditya-dhar-delivers-a-big-screen-experience-we-needed-powered-by-ranveer-akshaye-1764930680433">Read the full review here.&nbsp;</a></p>

Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar is based on real events and revolves around Hamza Ali Mazari, an undercover spy who infiltrates a terror group in Pakistan.

Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar took the box office by storm in December 2025. After shattering several box office records and becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025, the movie is reportedly set to arrive on OTT. So those who missed the film in theatres can finally watch it now. Released in theatres on 5 Dec, Dhurandhar had a slow start despite all the buzz and star power. However, the film slowly and steadily became the talk of the town, with major credit going to Akshaye Khanna’s performance as Rehman Dakait. The strong word of mouth proved to be highly beneficial for the movie. Dhurandhar’ OTT release: When and where will the movie stream? Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar was the box office phenomenon Bollywood had been waiting for. After a two-month theatrical run, the movie is reportedly set to release on Netflix, the film’s official digital partner. Also read: Diljit Dosanjh reveals he could'nt afford to watch original Border in theatre While the official date has not been announced yet, reports suggest that the movie will stream on 30 Jan after completing its eight-week theatrical window. The OTT release of Dhurandhar will help it reach a wider audience across India and globally, further boosting the film’s buzz and building anticipation for its sequel. Dhurandhar: Everything you need to know about the movie Directed by Aditya Dhar, the espionage drama received mixed reviews from critics but garnered an overwhelmingly positive response from audiences, who praised the performances and gripping storyline. While Dhurandhar is a film many are already familiar with, for those who aren’t, the story revolves around a mission called ‘’Dhurandhar,” set up by the Indian government. Also read: Bridgerton Season 4 premiere details: When and what time it will stream in India As part of the plan, an undercover agent, Jaskirat Singh Rangi (Ranveer Singh), under the alias Hamza Ali Mazari, is sent to Lyari Town in Karachi to infiltrate terror operations in the neighbouring country. During the anti-terror mission, he soon comes into contact with Rehman, one of the most feared goons in the area, earns his trust, and becomes his close aide. In the film, R. Madhavan plays Ajay Sanyal, a senior intelligence officer who is the mastermind behind the entire operation, while Khanna essays the role of gangster Dakait. Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and Sara Arjun play SP Chaudhary Aslam, ISI Major Iqbal, and Yalina, respectively. What is Dhurandhar 2 about? Dhurandhar 2 is set to release on March 19 and will explore the backstory of Jaskirat Singh, detailing how and why he was chosen for the undercover mission. As per reports, the film has received clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and is officially titled Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. Dhurandhar review: Aditya Dhar delivers a big-screen experience we needed, powered by Ranveer Singh & Akshaye Khanna The writing and screenplay of the movie are well-managed, without any over-the-top, chest-thumping patriotic drama that the audience is tired of, or heavy monologues or dialogues. The film maintains a gripping narrative tone, led by Ranveer’s character Hamza, while also giving equal importance to every other character. The cherry on the cake is the performances, wherein the good writing is supported by the cast. Read the full review here.

<p>Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar is based on real events and revolves around Hamza Ali Mazari, an undercover spy who infiltrates a terror group in Pakistan.</p>

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<p>Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are living their lives in the London suburbs with their two kids, Vamika and Akaay. Away from the glitz and glamous of Bollywood, they are enjoying a quiet family life.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The couple have been living in London for quite some time now and have been spotted several times strolling on the city’s streets. However, their stardom extends across the globe, and the UK capital is no exception. Recently, they were spotted by an Indian fan, who was quick to capture the moment with the two A-listers.</p><h2>Anushka Sharma And Virat Kohli's selfie moment:</h2><p>Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli reportedly moved to London before the birth of their son, Akaay, and have been living a low-key life ever since. Recently, a photo went viral in which the celebrity couple is seen posing for a picture with a fan.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/rang-de-basanti-makers-organise-special-screening-to-celebrate-20-years-director-and-aamir-khan-to-attend-1769599693431">Rang De Basanti: Makers organise special screening to celebrate 20 Years</a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">A fan clicked a photo with Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma in London. ❤️<br><br>- King Kohli fans are everywhere. 👌 <a href="https://t.co/kH4CprrM4b">pic.twitter.com/kH4CprrM4b</a></p>&mdash; MD Raju 🇮🇳 (@MDRaju_Live) <a href="https://twitter.com/MDRaju_Live/status/2016361591462130167?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The picture appears to have been clicked during one of their regular strolls around the city, when they likely stopped at a shop to grab a coffee. The couple is dressed casually</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The star batter of India's cricket team Virat Kohli is seen wearing a black overcoat, while the Sultan actress is dressed in an olive-coloured oversized coat paired with a matching beanie.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/spirit-sandeep-reddy-vanga-to-wrap-up-prabhas-starrer-shoot-in-95-days-here-s-what-report-says-1769596208438"><strong>Spirit: Sandeep Reddy Vanga to wrap up Prabhas starrer shoot in 95 days?</strong></a></p><h2>Puja at London Home</h2><p>Virat and Anushka are known for keeping their personal lives private. However, a picture recently went viral showing the couple posing with a priest. Rumours suggest that they had organised a puja at their London home.</p>

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<p>In the photos shared on Kohli’s fan page, Anushka is seen wearing an orange outfit with a cardigan over it. Meanwhile, the Indian cricketer is dressed in a white kurta. The couple is seen posing with a priest and a woman after performing the puja at their London residence.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Virat and Anushka keep on visiting India for several reasons and work commitments. In Dec 2025, they paid a visit to Premanand Ji Maharaj in Vrindavan, India. Videos from their visit went viral on social media. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli got married in 2017 after dating for a few years. The couple welcomed their first child, daughter Vamika in 2021, followed by their son Akaay in 2024.</p>

Anushka Sharma And Virat Kohli is living their live away from the spotlight in London with their two kids. Recently, the couple happily posed for a selfie with a fan. Picture has gone viral on the social media. 

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are living their lives in the London suburbs with their two kids, Vamika and Akaay. Away from the glitz and glamous of Bollywood, they are enjoying a quiet family life. The couple have been living in London for quite some time now and have been spotted several times strolling on the city’s streets. However, their stardom extends across the globe, and the UK capital is no exception. Recently, they were spotted by an Indian fan, who was quick to capture the moment with the two A-listers. Anushka Sharma And Virat Kohli's selfie moment: Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli reportedly moved to London before the birth of their son, Akaay, and have been living a low-key life ever since. Recently, a photo went viral in which the celebrity couple is seen posing for a picture with a fan. Also read: Rang De Basanti: Makers organise special screening to celebrate 20 Years

<p>Anushka Sharma And Virat Kohli is living their live away from the spotlight in London with their two kids. Recently, the couple happily posed for a selfie with a fan. Picture has gone viral on the social media.&nbsp;</p>

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli's pose with fan during casual outing in London | See pic

<p><i>Rang De Basanti</i>, released on January 26, 2006, completed 20 years of its theatrical release on this Republic Day. Directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, the film went on to become a cult classic and still holds a special place in fans' hearts even after two decades.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/border-2-star-diljit-dosanjh-reveals-he-could-not-afford-a-ticket-to-watch-the-original-border-in-theatre-1769597992382"><strong>Border 2 star Diljit Dosanjh reveals he could not afford a ticket to watch the original Border in theatre</strong></a></p><h2>Special screening</h2><p>To relive the powerful storytelling and modern patriotism of the film, the makers have decided to organise a special private screening of <i>Rang De Basanti</i>. To celebrate the milestone, the cast and crew of the movie will be present at the anniversary screening, reportedly planned on January 30 in Mumbai.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/new-paths-or-burnout-break-celebrities-who-chose-to-pause-arijit-singh-to-zakir-khan-1769594838952"><strong>New paths or burnout break? Celebrities who chose to pause - Arijit to Zakir</strong></a></p><h2>Aamir Khan and Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra to attend</h2><p>As per reports, director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Aamir Khan will attend the screening, and other lead casts, including Siddharth Suryanarayan, Soha Ali Khan, Kunal Kapoo,r and Atul Kulkarni are also expected to be present.</p><h2>About Rang De Basanti</h2><p>Featuring Aamir Khan, R Madhavan, Siddharth Suryanarayan, Soha Ali Khan, Sharman Joshi, Kunal Kapoor, Anupam Kher, and Atul Kulkarni, the timeless film portrayed a fearless narrative and spoke on topics like corruption, responsibility, and civic awakening. Fans also loved the performances of the actors.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/spirit-sandeep-reddy-vanga-to-wrap-up-prabhas-starrer-shoot-in-95-days-here-s-what-report-says-1769596208438"><strong>Spirit: Sandeep Reddy Vanga to wrap up Prabhas starrer shoot in 95 days?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The story revolves around a group of carefree friends whose lives turn upside down after they start working on a documentary about India’s freedom fighters.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As they learn more about the revolutionaries from the past, they begin to find out about corruption and injustice in the present, leading those youngsters to take a stand.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/arijit-singh-s-first-marriage-here-s-what-we-know-about-his-ex-wife-ruprekha-banerjee-and-their-divorce-1769585103017"><strong>Who is Arijit Singh's first wife and why did they get divorced?</strong></a></p><h2>Awards and achievements</h2><p>Besides winning fans' hearts, <i>Rang De Basanti</i> also won the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment and was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 2007 BAFTA Awards. It was also chosen as India’s official entry for the Golden Globe Awards and the Academy Awards in the Best Foreign Language Film category.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's Rang De Basanti, starring Aamir Khan, celebrated  20 years of its theatrical release on this Republic Day. To mark the film's milestone, the makers have planned a special screening for its cast and crew.

Rang De Basanti, released on January 26, 2006, completed 20 years of its theatrical release on this Republic Day. Directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, the film went on to become a cult classic and still holds a special place in fans' hearts even after two decades. Also Read: Border 2 star Diljit Dosanjh reveals he could not afford a ticket to watch the original Border in theatre Special screening To relive the powerful storytelling and modern patriotism of the film, the makers have decided to organise a special private screening of Rang De Basanti. To celebrate the milestone, the cast and crew of the movie will be present at the anniversary screening, reportedly planned on January 30 in Mumbai. Also Read: New paths or burnout break? Celebrities who chose to pause - Arijit to Zakir Aamir Khan and Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra to attend As per reports, director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Aamir Khan will attend the screening, and other lead casts, including Siddharth Suryanarayan, Soha Ali Khan, Kunal Kapoo,r and Atul Kulkarni are also expected to be present. About Rang De Basanti Featuring Aamir Khan, R Madhavan, Siddharth Suryanarayan, Soha Ali Khan, Sharman Joshi, Kunal Kapoor, Anupam Kher, and Atul Kulkarni, the timeless film portrayed a fearless narrative and spoke on topics like corruption, responsibility, and civic awakening. Fans also loved the performances of the actors. Also Read: Spirit: Sandeep Reddy Vanga to wrap up Prabhas starrer shoot in 95 days? The story revolves around a group of carefree friends whose lives turn upside down after they start working on a documentary about India’s freedom fighters. As they learn more about the revolutionaries from the past, they begin to find out about corruption and injustice in the present, leading those youngsters to take a stand. Also Read: Who is Arijit Singh's first wife and why did they get divorced? Awards and achievements Besides winning fans' hearts, Rang De Basanti also won the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment and was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 2007 BAFTA Awards. It was also chosen as India’s official entry for the Golden Globe Awards and the Academy Awards in the Best Foreign Language Film category.

<p>Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's Rang De Basanti, starring Aamir Khan, celebrated &nbsp;20 years of its theatrical release on this Republic Day. To mark the film's milestone, the makers have planned a special screening for its cast and crew.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Rang De Basanti: Makers organise special screening to celebrate  20 Years; director and Aamir Khan to attend

<p>Life truly came a full circle for singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh as he starred in Border 2. The film, which was released last week, features Diljit Dosanjh along with actors Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan and Ahaan Shetty. The film has opened to good box office numbers and critical praise. In a recent video shared on social media, Diljit has recalled how he had watched the original Border film on TV, much after its theatrical debut, because he could not afford tickets to the theatre.&nbsp;</p><h2>Diljit Dosanjh on watching Border 2 on television</h2><p>On Wednesday, Diljit took to Instagram and shared a video recalling how he had to wait for JP Dutta's Border to air on television.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"<i>Shor bahut tha ki Border aayi hai, matlab poore desh mein shor tha ki Border aayi hai. Tab gharwale aise theatre mein jaane bhi nahi dete the. Humare paas koi aise paise bhi nahi the ki hum theatre mein dekhein. Maine phir TV par dekhi thi jab Border aayi thi. Toh hum wait hi kar rahe the — kab aayegi aur kab dekhenge.</i> (There was a huge buzz when Border released, I mean, there was noise about it across the entire country. In those days, our family didn’t even allow us to go to theatres. We also didn’t have the money to watch films in cinemas. So, I watched Border on TV when it aired. We were just waiting for it — when it would come on television and when we’d finally get to watch it)."&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He added that he had watched the film two to three times.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Diljit said that he knew a neighbour who had watched the film in a theatre and had told everyone how people had enjoyed it in the hall.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Diljit said, "<i>Film ka kamaal ka mahaul tha theatre mein. Toh uski baatein sunkar main bahut excited ho gaya tha ki jab bhi TV pe aayegi, main zaroor dekhunga. Toh maine TV par dekhi. Bhaji, abhi jo meri feeling hai na, woh yeh hai ki jo Bhagwan de raha hai, main le raha hoon. Main apne aapko laayak nahi samajhta iske ki main is film ka hissa ban paoon. Lekin jo bhi Bhagwan de raha hai, uska shukr hai</i> (The atmosphere in the theatre during the film was incredible. Hearing people talk about it made me very excited, and I decided that whenever it came on TV, I would definitely watch it. So I watched it on television. Bhaji, the way I feel right now is that whatever God is giving me, I am accepting it with gratitude. I don’t consider myself worthy of being a part of this film, but I am thankful for whatever God has given me)."</p>

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<p><h2>Diljit Dosanjh in Border 2</h2><p>While the original movie Border, released in 1997 and directed by JP Dutta, Border 2 has been helmed by Anurag Singh. Diljit Dosanjh essays the role of Param Vir Chakra Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon. </p><p> </p><p>Border 2 stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and Ahan Shetty and JP Dutta’s Border featured Sunny Deol, Suniel Shetty, Akshaye Khanna and Jackie Shroff. Released in 1997, the film was a huge blockbuster. </p><h2>WION’s review of Border 2</h2><p>In her review of the film, WION’s Shomini Sen praised Diljit Dosanjh’s performance, stating that he stood out from the rest of the actors in the film. “Among the actors, it is Diljit Dosanjh who shines the most. He plays a man who hates to lose but also a loyal friend who opens up his home and family to his lonely, introverted friend. Dosanjh plays his character with grace and charm, making his scenes the most enjoyable.” <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/border-2-movie-review-diljit-dosanjh-steals-the-show-in-this-high-octane-patriotic-spectacle-1769167808410">Read full review of film here.</a></p><h2>Border 2 box office collection</h2><p>Border 2 has been well-received at the box office and is doing brisk business.  The film collected Rs 30 crore on its opening day and has continued to see growth in its collections. The film also benefited from the Republic Day holiday and collected ₹59 crore on its first Monday. So far, the film has collected ₹200 crore at the domestic box office and over ₹250 crore worldwide.</p><p> </p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/border-2-box-office-collection-day-5-how-much-did-sunny-deol-s-war-drama-earn-on-tuesday-1769571925792">Border 2 box office collection Day 5: How much did Sunny Deol's war drama earn on Tuesday</a></p></p>

From missing the movie to leading the sequel, it's been quite a journey for global star Diljit Dosanjh. The actor, who features in Border 2, recently opened up about how he could not watch Border in theatre when it had released in 1997.

Life truly came a full circle for singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh as he starred in Border 2. The film, which was released last week, features Diljit Dosanjh along with actors Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan and Ahaan Shetty. The film has opened to good box office numbers and critical praise. In a recent video shared on social media, Diljit has recalled how he had watched the original Border film on TV, much after its theatrical debut, because he could not afford tickets to the theatre. Diljit Dosanjh on watching Border 2 on television On Wednesday, Diljit took to Instagram and shared a video recalling how he had to wait for JP Dutta's Border to air on television. "Shor bahut tha ki Border aayi hai, matlab poore desh mein shor tha ki Border aayi hai. Tab gharwale aise theatre mein jaane bhi nahi dete the. Humare paas koi aise paise bhi nahi the ki hum theatre mein dekhein. Maine phir TV par dekhi thi jab Border aayi thi. Toh hum wait hi kar rahe the — kab aayegi aur kab dekhenge. (There was a huge buzz when Border released, I mean, there was noise about it across the entire country. In those days, our family didn’t even allow us to go to theatres. We also didn’t have the money to watch films in cinemas. So, I watched Border on TV when it aired. We were just waiting for it — when it would come on television and when we’d finally get to watch it)." He added that he had watched the film two to three times. Diljit said that he knew a neighbour who had watched the film in a theatre and had told everyone how people had enjoyed it in the hall. Diljit said, "Film ka kamaal ka mahaul tha theatre mein. Toh uski baatein sunkar main bahut excited ho gaya tha ki jab bhi TV pe aayegi, main zaroor dekhunga. Toh maine TV par dekhi. Bhaji, abhi jo meri feeling hai na, woh yeh hai ki jo Bhagwan de raha hai, main le raha hoon. Main apne aapko laayak nahi samajhta iske ki main is film ka hissa ban paoon. Lekin jo bhi Bhagwan de raha hai, uska shukr hai (The atmosphere in the theatre during the film was incredible. Hearing people talk about it made me very excited, and I decided that whenever it came on TV, I would definitely watch it. So I watched it on television. Bhaji, the way I feel right now is that whatever God is giving me, I am accepting it with gratitude. I don’t consider myself worthy of being a part of this film, but I am thankful for whatever God has given me)."

<p>From missing the movie to leading the sequel, it's been quite a journey for global star Diljit Dosanjh. The actor, who features in Border 2, recently opened up about how he could not watch Border in theatre when it had released in 1997.</p>

Border 2 star Diljit Dosanjh reveals he could not afford a ticket to watch the original Border in theatre

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<p>One fan expressed his feelings while writing a full fledged paragraph in the comment section, “Dear Arijit sir, I recently heard this and became shocked, I can't tolerate your decision, I can't order you, I'm one of your fans, but I have a request for you, please hame chorke maat jaiye (please don't leave us).”&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/orry-breaks-silence-on-feud-with-sara-ali-khan-says-amrita-singh-put-him-through-trauma-1769578472096"><strong>Orry breaks silence on feud with Sara Ali Khan, says Amrita Singh put him through 'trauma'</strong></a></p>

Arijit Singh, a well-known and well-liked playback singer, made an unexpected break announcement on January 27 that created a buzz online. While his private life has always been out of the spotlight, Singh's fans have been curious about his first marriage and divorce. 

Arijit Singh, one of India's most sensational and beloved playback singers, has always allowed his music to speak for him. On January 27, the singer announced his retirement from playback singing. The announcement sent shockwaves through the music industry, as well as among his fans, with some calling it the “end of an era.” While he is quitting playback singing, he is not giving up music completely. The singer has, for all these years, managed to keep his personal life private. His retirement announcement on Tuesday brought back interest for his fans in his first marriage to singer Ruprekha Banerjee and their subsequent divorce. Also Read: 13 essential tracks of Arijit Singh that you need to replay today Arijit Singh's first wife and divorce Arijit Singh’s first wife was Ruprekha Banerjee. Both first crossed paths on the reality show Fame Gurukul, which brought Arijit into the limelight. In 2013, Arijit Singh and Ruprekha Banerjee tied the knot in a private ceremony attended by close family and friends. But their marriage was short-lived, and the couple parted ways within a year. The singer has rarely mentioned his first marriage. Also Read: Arijit Singh shocks fans with retirement announcement from playback singing Childhood friendship turned into marriage Following the divorce from his first wife, Arijit Singh married his childhood friend, Koel Roy, on January 21, 2014. Both were married in an intimate ceremony at the Tripathi Temple, located in West Bengal. Singh and Koel now have a happy family with two sons, Ali and Jul, as well as a daughter from Koel's previous marriage. Fans' reaction to the break announcement Arijit Singh's retirement announcement on social media led to fans expressing sadness in the comment section. One fan wrote, "Downfall of music industry start from here ." Another Arijit Singh fan jotted, "This wasn’t on our 2026 calendar." Also Read: Arijit Singh reveals the real reason behind his retirement: ‘I need to do…’

<p>Arijit Singh, a well-known Bollywood playback singer, made an unexpected announcement on January 27 that created buzz online. While his private life has always been out of the spotlight, Singh's fans have been curious about his first marriage and divorce.&nbsp;</p>

Arijit Singh’s first marriage: Here's what we know about his ex wife Ruprekha Banerjee and their divorce

<p><br>Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar died in a fatal plane crash on Wednesday (Jan 28). His chartered plane crashed at Baramati Airport during landing, around 8:45 AM.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The death of Ajit Pawar, &nbsp;Maharashtra’s ‘Dada’, has sent shockwaves across the nation. In response to the tragic death of Pawar, numerous political figures and public personalities have expressed grief. Several Bollywood celebrities, including Riteish Deshmukh, Ajay Devgn and Kangana Ranaut, have also shared their condolences.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/moment-when-maharashtra-deputy-cm-ajit-pawar-s-aircraft-crashed-cctv-footage-here-1769587382783">Moment when Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's aircraft crashed: CCTV video here</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Taking to X, the Drishyam actor expressed shock as he wrote,"Shocked and saddened by the tragic passing of Hon. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar ji. My heartfelt condolences to his family, loved ones and all those affected by this immense loss. Om Shanti."</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Shocked and saddened by the tragic passing of Hon. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar ji. My heartfelt condolences to his family, loved ones and all those affected by this immense loss. <br>Om Shanti 🙏🏻</p>&mdash; Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) <a href="https://twitter.com/ajaydevgn/status/2016388484156817517?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Riteish Deshmukh, who is the son of Vilasrao Deshmukh, a prominent politician in India and a former Chief Minister of Maharashtra, &nbsp;has known the late politician Pawar for a long time.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a post shared on X, the actor shared the picture of his father Vilasrao and Pawar, as he wrote that he’s deeply shocked and terribly heartbroken.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/live-blog-ajit-pawar-plane-crash-live-updates-maharashtra-deputy-cm-ajit-pawar-baramati-aircraft-crash-1769576284942"><strong>Ajit Pawar Plane Crash Live | Maharashtra declares state of mourning</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Deeply shocked and terribly heartbroken to learn that we have lost Ajit Dada in a tragic accident. One of Maharashtra’s most dynamic leaders, he had zero tolerance for non-performance and constantly pushed and inspired those around him to excel. He never minced his words, his wit… <a href="https://t.co/nGQ3M1xf0Z">pic.twitter.com/nGQ3M1xf0Z</a></p>&mdash; Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) <a href="https://twitter.com/Riteishd/status/2016384828460212621?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>"Deeply shocked and terribly heartbroken to learn that we have lost Ajit Dada in a tragic accident. One of Maharashtra's most dynamic leaders, he had zero tolerance for non-performance and constantly pushed and inspired those around him to excel. He never minced his words, his wit was unmatched, and he was deeply loved across the state," Deshmukh wrote.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He added,"His untimely demise leaves behind a huge loss and an irreplaceable void. I have had the pleasure of interacting with him numerous times, will always remember for the kindness he showered upon me. My deepest condolences to the Pawar family, his loved ones, and millions of supporters."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-baramati-to-milan-learjet-45-s-deadly-history-after-ajit-pawar-s-death-in-pics-1769579527651">From Baramati to Milan: Learjet 45's deadly history after Ajit Pawar's death</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Telugu superstar and Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Pawan Kalyan, in a tribute post, wrote that he's deeply shocked by the tragic news.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Deeply shocked by the tragic news of the passing of the Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister, President of <a href="https://twitter.com/mahancpspeaks?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mahancpspeaks</a>, and an NDA alliance leader, Sri Ajit Dada Pawar ji <a href="https://twitter.com/AjitPawarSpeaks?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AjitPawarSpeaks</a>, in a devastating plane crash today.<br><br>His dedicated public service and immense contributions… <a href="https://t.co/kjUPAcHWdJ">pic.twitter.com/kjUPAcHWdJ</a></p>&mdash; Pawan Kalyan (@PawanKalyan) <a href="https://twitter.com/PawanKalyan/status/2016387511405445339?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>In a post on X, he wrote,"Deeply shocked by the tragic news of the passing of the Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister, President of @mahancpspeaks, and an NDA alliance leader, Sri Ajit Dada Pawar ji @AjitPawarSpeaks, in a devastating plane crash today.''</p><p>"I express my profound condolences on his passing and extend my deepest sympathies to his family members, admirers, and party cadre during this moment of immense grief," Kalyan wrote.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Actress and MP Kangana Ranaut learned about Pawar's death while she was talking to the media outside Parliament. Expressing shock, she said, "That’s horrible. This is such horrible news, and I’m so sorry... Once I align my emotions a bit, I will give a statement."&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><h2>Ajit Pawar dies in a plane crash</h2><p>Maharashtra Deputy CM Pawar died after his plane crashed during landing at Baramati airport. &nbsp;There were five people on board, including three passengers identified as Pawar, Vidip Jadhav, and Pinky Mali, one pilot, and one crew member. The Directorate of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has confirmed that there are no survivors in the crash.</p>

Indians woke up to the shocking news of a politician and Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister, Ajit Pawar's death. The politician passed away in a fatal plane crash at Baramati Airport during landing, around 8:45 AM.

Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar died in a fatal plane crash on Wednesday (Jan 28). His chartered plane crashed at Baramati Airport during landing, around 8:45 AM. The death of Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra’s ‘Dada’, has sent shockwaves across the nation. In response to the tragic death of Pawar, numerous political figures and public personalities have expressed grief. Several Bollywood celebrities, including Riteish Deshmukh, Ajay Devgn and Kangana Ranaut, have also shared their condolences. Also read: Moment when Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's aircraft crashed: CCTV video here Taking to X, the Drishyam actor expressed shock as he wrote,"Shocked and saddened by the tragic passing of Hon. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar ji. My heartfelt condolences to his family, loved ones and all those affected by this immense loss. Om Shanti."

<p>Indians woke up to the shocking news of a politician and Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister, Ajit Pawar's death. The politician passed away in a fatal plane crash at Baramati Airport during landing, around 8:45 AM.</p>

'Deeply shocked and terribly heartbroken': Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh pay tribute to Ajit Pawar

<p>Friends to frenemies! Once friends, actress Sara Ali Khan and influencer Orry are reportedly no longer on speaking terms. Their ongoing fallout has become a topic of online chatter.</p><p><br>Orry, the social media influencer and Bollywood’s favourite party insider, spoke out about his current feud with Sara Ali Khan and her mother, actress Amrita Singh. The three were known to be friends, so what went wrong in their relationship?</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/inside-orry-s-unique-collection-lobster-bag-banana-phone-case-and-dragon-fly-suit-1758712693192"><strong> Inside Orry's unique collection! Lobster bag, Banana phone case and dragon-fly suit</strong></a></p><h2>Orry breaks silence on feud with Amrita Singh</h2><p>In an interaction with Hindustan Times, Orry broke the silence on the fallout between him and Sara Ali Khan's mother, Amrita. He said that he can think of letting bygones be bygones if Sara and Ibrahim's mother, Amrita Singh, apologises to him.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“If Amrita Singh were to apologise, I could maybe see myself letting it go in the future,” said Orry.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/what-a-fishy-bag-orry-flexes-lobster-bag-worth-rs-6-45-000-00-at-homebound-screening-1758700937845"><strong>What a fishy bag! Orry flexes Lobster bag worth Rs 6,45,000 at Homebound screening</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The social media personality also opened up about unfollowing Sara. He said, "I unfollowed Sara a while ago, and I haven’t followed Ibrahim in years." He added, “Pretending to be friends with Sara means pretending to be ok with the trauma her mother put me through, and I just don't think I can do that anymore.”</p><h2>What happened between Sara Ali Khan and Orry</h2><p>The whole nation knows how often Orry puts up a new reel on his social media. In one reel, Orry was seen wearing a blue mesh top with a printed bra outline. When a user asked, "What exactly is that bra holding together?" Orry replied, "Sara Ali Khan's hits".&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This was when the rift between Orry and Sara became public knowledge.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/elijah-wood-birthday-special-from-the-lord-of-the-rings-to-sin-city-actor-s-7-best-performances-to-watch-on-ott-1769495069082"><strong>Elijah Wood birthday special: From The Lord of the Rings to Sin City- Actor's 7 best performances to watch on OTT</strong></a></p>

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<p>When he was asked to explain his comment, Orry said, “I don’t really think I said anything wrong about her.. I just made a small joke, taking a dig at her career. I highly doubt she even felt bad about it. The whole internet makes fun of Sara’s movies all the time. Her biggest body of work is a series of memes that she’s delivered via movies. People make fun of me being jobless all the time. It’s not that deep.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/happy-birthday-shruti-haasan-d-day-ramaiya-vastavaiya-vedalam-7-movies-of-the-actress-that-fans-love-the-most-on-netflix-prime-video-and-more-1769509915166"><strong>Happy Birthday Shruti Haasan: 7 best movies that fans love the most on OTT</strong></a></p><h2>Orry and his '3 worst names' titled viral reel</h2><p>The feud between Orry, Sara Ali Khan, Ibrahim, and their mother, Amrita Singh, started when the Influencer shared a viral meme on Instagram and named Sara in it. The video asked users to list "three worst names", and Orry named Palak, Sara, and Amrita in the list, which led the siblings to unfollow Orry on Instagram.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For the unversed, actress Palak Tiwari is rumoured to be dating Ibrahim Ali Khan.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While Orry has narrated his side of the story, Sara Ali Khan and Amrita Singh have chosen silence over the matter.&nbsp;</p>

A new controversy has sparked widespread speculation, making it a hot topic of discussion on the internet. Sara Ali Khan and social media influencer Orry were once friends, but they are reportedly no longer on speaking terms and have unfollowed each other on social media. 

Friends to frenemies! Once friends, actress Sara Ali Khan and influencer Orry are reportedly no longer on speaking terms. Their ongoing fallout has become a topic of online chatter. Orry, the social media influencer and Bollywood’s favourite party insider, spoke out about his current feud with Sara Ali Khan and her mother, actress Amrita Singh. The three were known to be friends, so what went wrong in their relationship? Also Read: Inside Orry's unique collection! Lobster bag, Banana phone case and dragon-fly suit Orry breaks silence on feud with Amrita Singh In an interaction with Hindustan Times, Orry broke the silence on the fallout between him and Sara Ali Khan's mother, Amrita. He said that he can think of letting bygones be bygones if Sara and Ibrahim's mother, Amrita Singh, apologises to him. “If Amrita Singh were to apologise, I could maybe see myself letting it go in the future,” said Orry. Also Read: What a fishy bag! Orry flexes Lobster bag worth Rs 6,45,000 at Homebound screening The social media personality also opened up about unfollowing Sara. He said, "I unfollowed Sara a while ago, and I haven’t followed Ibrahim in years." He added, “Pretending to be friends with Sara means pretending to be ok with the trauma her mother put me through, and I just don't think I can do that anymore.” What happened between Sara Ali Khan and Orry The whole nation knows how often Orry puts up a new reel on his social media. In one reel, Orry was seen wearing a blue mesh top with a printed bra outline. When a user asked, "What exactly is that bra holding together?" Orry replied, "Sara Ali Khan's hits". This was when the rift between Orry and Sara became public knowledge. Also Read: Elijah Wood birthday special: From The Lord of the Rings to Sin City- Actor's 7 best performances to watch on OTT

<p>A new controversy has sparked widespread speculation, making it a hot topic of discussion on the internet. Sara Ali Khan and social media influencer Orry were once friends, but they are reportedly no longer on speaking terms and have unfollowed each other on social media.&nbsp;</p>

Orry breaks silence on feud with Sara Ali Khan, says Amrita Singh put him through 'trauma'

<p>Arijit Singh broke several hearts when he shared a post announcing that he is quitting playback singing. This came as a shock to many, as the singer has decided to step back at the peak of his career. To be clear, Arijit will not stop making music, but he will no longer be involved in movies or other projects as a playback singer.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This came as a shock to fans, who were curious to know the exact reason behind his decision. Giving fans an explanation, he shared that taking a retirement from playback singing was something he had been trying to do for a long time and that he had finally gathered the courage to take this step. However, it seems that he is not telling the entire truth, and this retirement might not be permanent.</p><h2>What’s the real reason behind Arijit Singh’s decision to step back?</h2><p>Hours after Arijit shared the post on social media, HT City learned that the singer has taken a break to focus on directing, something he has been passionate about for a long time.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A source told the news outlet that, ''Arijit is going to be busy with his debut film as a director.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>''He's been very passionate about it for long, and that required his time and efforts. Among the flood of offers, he wouldn't have been able to do it. He will complete his director duties. This is more like a break for a year or so," the source said.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/salman-khan-arijit-singh-2014-feud-explained-why-the-singer-once-begged-to-retire-with-the-actor-s-song-1769585476390">Salman Khan-Arijit Singh 2014 feud explained: Why the singer once begged to retire with the actor’s song</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In one of his posts, Arijit shared that he would not stop making music. The only thing he is putting on pause is playback singing.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He wrote in his post, “God has been really kind to me. I am fan of good music and in future will be learning more and do more on my own as a small little artist. Thanks again for all your support. I still have to finish some pending commitments , will finish them. So you might get some releases this year. Just to be clear that I won't stop making music.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/arijit-singh-announces-retirement-how-much-is-the-singer-s-net-worth-and-fee-per-song-1769578630000">Arijit Singh announces retirement: How much is his net worth and fee per song?</a></p><h2>Arijit Singh to make debut as a director?</h2><p>As the directing angle came into focus, little did we know that he was reportedly directing a pan-India jungle adventure film. News of his venturing into a direction first emerged in July 2025.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As per India Today, a source shared that Singh is all set to direct a unique project.</p><p>"Arijit Singh is all set to direct a unique jungle adventure film. Mahaveer Jain is the producer, and he’s excited about this ambitious project. He’s going all out to ensure that the film appeals to the Pan-Indian audience," a&nbsp;source said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It is not yet clear whether this is the same film for which Singh has taken a retirement, or if there is another project in the pipeline.</p>

Arijit Singh is one of India's most-loved singers. With his soulful vocals, he's made people cry and feel a range of emotions. Singh had no waved goodbye to singing, but still, his retirement from playback singing is a huge shock for his fans. 

Arijit Singh broke several hearts when he shared a post announcing that he is quitting playback singing. This came as a shock to many, as the singer has decided to step back at the peak of his career. To be clear, Arijit will not stop making music, but he will no longer be involved in movies or other projects as a playback singer. This came as a shock to fans, who were curious to know the exact reason behind his decision. Giving fans an explanation, he shared that taking a retirement from playback singing was something he had been trying to do for a long time and that he had finally gathered the courage to take this step. However, it seems that he is not telling the entire truth, and this retirement might not be permanent. What’s the real reason behind Arijit Singh’s decision to step back? Hours after Arijit shared the post on social media, HT City learned that the singer has taken a break to focus on directing, something he has been passionate about for a long time. A source told the news outlet that, ''Arijit is going to be busy with his debut film as a director.'' ''He's been very passionate about it for long, and that required his time and efforts. Among the flood of offers, he wouldn't have been able to do it. He will complete his director duties. This is more like a break for a year or so," the source said. Also read: Salman Khan-Arijit Singh 2014 feud explained: Why the singer once begged to retire with the actor’s song In one of his posts, Arijit shared that he would not stop making music. The only thing he is putting on pause is playback singing. He wrote in his post, “God has been really kind to me. I am fan of good music and in future will be learning more and do more on my own as a small little artist. Thanks again for all your support. I still have to finish some pending commitments , will finish them. So you might get some releases this year. Just to be clear that I won't stop making music.” Also read: Arijit Singh announces retirement: How much is his net worth and fee per song? Arijit Singh to make debut as a director? As the directing angle came into focus, little did we know that he was reportedly directing a pan-India jungle adventure film. News of his venturing into a direction first emerged in July 2025. As per India Today, a source shared that Singh is all set to direct a unique project. "Arijit Singh is all set to direct a unique jungle adventure film. Mahaveer Jain is the producer, and he’s excited about this ambitious project. He’s going all out to ensure that the film appeals to the Pan-Indian audience," a source said. It is not yet clear whether this is the same film for which Singh has taken a retirement, or if there is another project in the pipeline.

<p>Arijit Singh is one of India's most-loved singers. With his soulful vocals, he's made people cry and feel a range of emotions. Singh had no waved goodbye to singing, but still, his retirement from playback singing is a huge shock for his fans.&nbsp;</p>

Are Arijit Singh’s directorial dreams behind his early playback exit? Here's what we know

<p>Arijit Singh has shocked the entertainment industry as well as fans by announcing his retirement from playback singing. Taking to Instagram, the vocalist revealed that he "will no longer be taking on new playback singing assignments," which broke the hearts of millions of listeners. Amid the buzz, a previous controversy of the singer has surfaced online regarding his fallout with Salman Khan that once saw Arijit Singh publicly apologizing to the actor.&nbsp;</p><h2>Salman Khan-Arijit Singh feud explained</h2><p>The feud started in 2014 at the Star Guild Awards, when Salman Khan, who was hosting the show, jokingly asked Arijit Singh if he had been sleeping when the singer went on stage to receive an award for Tum Hi Ho.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/arijit-singh-announces-retirement-how-much-is-the-singer-s-net-worth-and-fee-per-song-1769578630000"><strong>Arijit Singh announces retirement: How much is his net worth and fee per song?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Remember when <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SalmanKhan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SalmanKhan</a> insulted <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ArijitSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ArijitSingh</a> at an award show 🤯<br><br>Bollywood doesn’t deserve a gem like Arijit Singh ✨️ <a href="https://t.co/0H1PUv817s">pic.twitter.com/0H1PUv817s</a></p>&mdash; Random Cine Mood (@RandomCineMood) <a href="https://twitter.com/RandomCineMood/status/2016208817575612847?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Singh, who visibly appeared exhausted, replied, "Aap logon ne sula diya"(You guys made me fall asleep). At the time, the joke was received as harmless banter on stage, but it reportedly didn’t go down well behind the scenes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This led to years of speculation that the singer had made Salman Khan upset. What began as gossip then took the mainstage and several reports claimed that Arijit Singh’s songs were dropped from Salman Khan films, including <i>Sultan’s</i> track Jag Ghoomeya.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/-i-ve-damaged-my-body-myself-zakir-khan-reveals-genetic-illness-is-the-reason-behind-his-break-1769577743577"><strong>Zakir Khan is taking break because of genetic illness: 'Damaged my body myself'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="hi" dir="ltr">Salman Khan on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ArijitSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ArijitSingh</a> <br><br>&quot;Vo mere side se misunderstanding thi, Arijit ke side se nahi, sab sorted hai..usne mere liye Tiger movie mei gaane bhi gaaye hai, Galwan mei bhi gaa raha 🩷&quot; <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BB19?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BB19</a> • <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BiggBoss19?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BiggBoss19</a> • <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SalmanKhan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SalmanKhan</a><a href="https://t.co/Z4GrpNAYcL">https://t.co/Z4GrpNAYcL</a></p>&mdash; S𝚎𝚗𝚗 🍻 (@sanskaaari_af) <a href="https://twitter.com/sanskaaari_af/status/1977410433230495779?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/-a-voice-that-defined-a-generation-netizens-and-celebrities-express-shock-over-arijit-singh-s-retirement-1769572357111"><strong>Arijit Singh's retirement: B Praak, Amaal Mallik &amp; other stars express shock</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The singer reportedly had recorded the song, but it was Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's version that was chosen for the film. However, these claims were not officially confirmed.</p><h2>Arijit Singh apologized publicly</h2><p>The matter became viral in 2016 after Singh posted an apology on Facebook addressed to Salman Khan. The singer stated that he never intended to disrespect and requested not to remove his song from the Sultan. "Please don’t remove the song I sang for Sultan. Let me retire with that song in my library." The post was later deleted, but it surely sparked conversation among the netizens.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/border-2-box-office-collection-day-5-how-much-did-sunny-deol-s-war-drama-earn-on-tuesday-1769571925792"><strong>Border 2 BO collection Day 5: How much did Sunny Deol's film earn on Tuesday</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The feud continued for years, but Khan never addressed the matter publicly. Their relationship allegedly started repairing in 2023, when Singh sang two songs for<i> Tiger 3</i>. However, the real closure came in December 2025, when the actor finally broke his silence on the feud during a<i> Bigg Boss 19 </i>episode.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Khan admitted that it was a misunderstanding on his side and clarified that they are on good terms now. "Arijit aur main bahut achhe dost hai. Woh misunderstanding mere side se huyi thi,” Salman said.</p><h2>Arijit Sing's final song was for Salman Khan</h2><p>Besides <i>Tiger 3</i>, Arijit Singh has also lent his voice to Salman Khan's upcoming film <i>Battle of Galwan</i>. Titled Maatrubhumi, the song was released during the Republic Day week, and fans are calling it a full-circle moment as the singer once begged to retire with Salman Khan's song has come true now.</p>

Amid the buzz around Arijit Singh's retirement from playback singing, fans are revisiting the time when the vocalist had a high-profile feud with Bollywood star Salman Khan. Read details inside. 

Arijit Singh has shocked the entertainment industry as well as fans by announcing his retirement from playback singing. Taking to Instagram, the vocalist revealed that he "will no longer be taking on new playback singing assignments," which broke the hearts of millions of listeners. Amid the buzz, a previous controversy of the singer has surfaced online regarding his fallout with Salman Khan that once saw Arijit Singh publicly apologizing to the actor. Salman Khan-Arijit Singh feud explained The feud started in 2014 at the Star Guild Awards, when Salman Khan, who was hosting the show, jokingly asked Arijit Singh if he had been sleeping when the singer went on stage to receive an award for Tum Hi Ho. Also Read: Arijit Singh announces retirement: How much is his net worth and fee per song?

<p>Amid the buzz around Arijit Singh's retirement from playback singing, fans are revisiting the time when the vocalist had a high-profile feud with Bollywood star Salman Khan. Read details inside.&nbsp;</p>

Salman Khan-Arijit Singh 2014 feud explained: Why the singer once begged to retire with the actor’s song

Arijit Singh shocked the nation by announcing retirement as a playback singer. He has lent his voice to numerous iconic songs like Tum Hi Ho, Channa Mereya, and Kesariya. Let's take a look at his net worth, best songs, and more.

Arijit Singh announces retirement: How much is the singer's net worth and fee per song?

<p>And Just Like That… singer Arijit Singh has announced his retirement from playback singing. On Tuesday (28 January), Arijit announced his retirement from playback singing after a decade of making the world fall in love again and again with his swoon-worthy voice.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Taking to his X account, Arijit left the world stunned after announcing that he will no longer be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the post shared,''Hello, Happy new year to all. I want to thank you all for giving me so much of love all these years as listeners. I am happy to announce that I am not gonna be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on. I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/-a-voice-that-defined-a-generation-netizens-and-celebrities-express-shock-over-arijit-singh-s-retirement-1769572357111">Arijit Singh reveals the real reason behind his retirement: ‘I need to do…’</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Soon after Arijit let the entire world know about his decision, his millions of fans, including several celebrities such as singer B Praak, Amaal Mallik, and others, expressed &nbsp;shock.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The soul knows when it’s time to change direction. What’s being offered no longer feeds its highest calling. I don’t know where the river meets the sea again, but I trust the current and the grace guiding it.<br><br>Here’s to the magic ahead! thank you for everything you’ve given to… <a href="https://t.co/0AmKviu6Da">pic.twitter.com/0AmKviu6Da</a></p>&mdash; ARMAAN ✦ (@ArmaanMalik22) <a href="https://twitter.com/ArmaanMalik22/status/2016362755914399953?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>B Praak commented on Singh's post,“Fan For Life.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Actor Lauren Gottlieb wrote, “Artistic freedom!! What a beautiful thing. Congratulations!! Excited to hear what’s to come.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Amaal Mallik wrote, “So lost after hearing this….I don’t get it but I respect your decision! Just know that I was, I am &amp; will always remain an @arijitsingh fan. If this is where it’s at, then make no mistake that film music will never be the same without you my bro. Grateful to be born in your era. #ArijitSingh."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/border-2-box-office-collection-day-5-how-much-did-sunny-deol-s-war-drama-earn-on-tuesday-1769571925792">Border 2 BO collection Day 5: How much did Sunny Deol's film earn on Tuesday</a>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With his voice, Arijit amassed a massive following, and millions are heartbroken over his decision to retire from playback singing.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Calling him GOAT (Great of all time), one netizen wrote,''No one literally no one can replace him in this universe. And this part for me is the best of Arijit Singh.‘’</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">No one literally no one can replace him in this universe.<br>And this part for me is the best of Arijit Singh 🫶🏻🐐<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/arijitsingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#arijitsingh</a> <a href="https://t.co/neCCEFQk3I">pic.twitter.com/neCCEFQk3I</a></p>&mdash; Harshit Jain (@choleebhatureee) <a href="https://twitter.com/choleebhatureee/status/2016206381809074298?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Another fan of Arijit wrote that his voice still lives in every broken memory.&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Arijit Singh left playback singing but his voice still lives in every broken memory. <a href="https://t.co/Mew8cAkwel">pic.twitter.com/Mew8cAkwel</a></p>&mdash; ThakurG (@JiThakurG) <a href="https://twitter.com/JiThakurG/status/2016342556817358886?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2><strong>What's the reason behind retirement?</strong></h2><p>Arijit's decision to quit playback singing has left fans heartbroken and curious, wondering what led him to this point. Responding to fans, Singh wrote that there is not one reason behind this.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>‘’There is not one reason behind this, there are several reasons plus I have been trying to do this since a long time. Finally I have gathered the right courage,” he explained. One of those reasons, he admitted, is restlessness. “One of the reasons were simple, I get bored pretty quick, that’s why I keep changing arrangements of the same songs and perform them on stage. So here is the thing, I got bored. I need to do some other music to live,” he wrote.&nbsp;</p>

On Tuesday (28 Jan),  Arijit Singh announced retirement from playback singing. 

And Just Like That… singer Arijit Singh has announced his retirement from playback singing. On Tuesday (28 January), Arijit announced his retirement from playback singing after a decade of making the world fall in love again and again with his swoon-worthy voice. Taking to his X account, Arijit left the world stunned after announcing that he will no longer be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist. In the post shared,''Hello, Happy new year to all. I want to thank you all for giving me so much of love all these years as listeners. I am happy to announce that I am not gonna be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on. I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey." Also read: Arijit Singh reveals the real reason behind his retirement: ‘I need to do…’ Soon after Arijit let the entire world know about his decision, his millions of fans, including several celebrities such as singer B Praak, Amaal Mallik, and others, expressed shock.

<p>Arijit Singh announced his retirement from playback singing on Tuesday, (28 Jan), shocking fans and the music industry. In his decade-long career, he's given us several hit songs that have become classics, like ''Tum Hi Ho", “Channa Mereya” among others.&nbsp;</p>

'A voice that defined a generation': Netizens and celebrities express shock over Arijit Singh's retirement

<p>Sunny Deol's <i>Border 2</i> continues to run successfully in Indian theatres and is heading towards the Rs 200 crore milestone. Directed by Anurag Singh, the film saw an explosive weekend and Republic Day that boosted its box-office numbers. Let's take a look at the <i>Border 2</i> collection on Day 5.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/arijit-singh-reveals-the-real-reason-behind-his-retirement-i-need-to-do-1769539831628"><strong>Arijit Singh reveals the real reason behind his retirement: ‘I need to do…’</strong></a></p><h2>Border 2 box office collection Day 5</h2><p>According to Sacnilk, <i>Border 2</i> collected around Rs 19.5 crore on Tuesday (Day 5), making the film's total nett collection in India approximately Rs 199.5 crore. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/arijit-singh-announces-retirement-13-essential-tracks-of-the-singer-that-you-need-to-replay-today-1769537556390"><strong>13 essential tracks of Arijit Singh that you need to replay today</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It opened with Rs 30 crore on Day 1, followed by a strong weekend that helped the film collect Rs 36-37 crore on Saturday and Rs 54 crore on Sunday. The earnings peaked on Republic Day with nearly Rs 59 crore on Monday.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, on Day 5,<i> Border 2</i> saw a dip in numbers due to weekdays, but its hold on the box office is still impressive. The Sunny Deol starrer has reportedly outperformed films like Fighter and Sky Force during the same holiday window.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/samantha-ruth-prabhu-expresses-immense-pride-after-attending-at-home-reception-at-rashtrapati-bhavan-1769515821227"><strong>Samantha Ruth Prabhu expresses immense pride after attending 'At-Home reception'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Coming to global numbers, <i>Border 2</i> has reportedly crossed Rs 250 crore in worldwide gross collections.&nbsp;</p><h2>About Border 2</h2><p>Anurag Singh's directorial is inspired by the 1971 India-Pakistan war and is a sequel to JP Dutta’s 1997 iconic <i>Border</i>. The cast features Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty in the lead, with Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Medha Rana, and Anya Singh in key roles.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/arijit-singh-shocks-fans-with-retirement-announcement-from-playback-singing-1769527637588"><strong>Arijit Singh shocks fans with retirement announcement from playback singing</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film showcases action sequences involving the Indian Army, Air Force, and Navy. Border 2 is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Now the film is looking forward to breaking the record of Sunny Deol’s previous hit <i>Gadar 2.&nbsp;</i></p>

Border 2 is all set to enter the Rs 200 crore milestone. With a strong opening, the film boosted box office collection on Republic Day. Read on to know more. 

Sunny Deol's Border 2 continues to run successfully in Indian theatres and is heading towards the Rs 200 crore milestone. Directed by Anurag Singh, the film saw an explosive weekend and Republic Day that boosted its box-office numbers. Let's take a look at the Border 2 collection on Day 5. Also Read: Arijit Singh reveals the real reason behind his retirement: ‘I need to do…’ Border 2 box office collection Day 5 According to Sacnilk, Border 2 collected around Rs 19.5 crore on Tuesday (Day 5), making the film's total nett collection in India approximately Rs 199.5 crore. Also Read: 13 essential tracks of Arijit Singh that you need to replay today It opened with Rs 30 crore on Day 1, followed by a strong weekend that helped the film collect Rs 36-37 crore on Saturday and Rs 54 crore on Sunday. The earnings peaked on Republic Day with nearly Rs 59 crore on Monday. However, on Day 5, Border 2 saw a dip in numbers due to weekdays, but its hold on the box office is still impressive. The Sunny Deol starrer has reportedly outperformed films like Fighter and Sky Force during the same holiday window. Also Read: Samantha Ruth Prabhu expresses immense pride after attending 'At-Home reception' Coming to global numbers, Border 2 has reportedly crossed Rs 250 crore in worldwide gross collections. About Border 2 Anurag Singh's directorial is inspired by the 1971 India-Pakistan war and is a sequel to JP Dutta’s 1997 iconic Border. The cast features Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty in the lead, with Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Medha Rana, and Anya Singh in key roles. Also Read: Arijit Singh shocks fans with retirement announcement from playback singing The film showcases action sequences involving the Indian Army, Air Force, and Navy. Border 2 is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta. Now the film is looking forward to breaking the record of Sunny Deol’s previous hit Gadar 2.

<p>Border 2 is all set to enter the Rs 200 crore milestone. With a strong opening, the film's box office collection boosted Republic Day. Read on to know more.&nbsp;</p>

Border 2 box office collection Day 5: How much did Sunny Deol's war drama earn on Tuesday

<p>Arijit Singh’s decision to retire from playback singing on Tuesday night left most fans in shock. The man, whose songs have defined an entire generation of music lovers, announced on his social media account that he would not be taking on any new assignments of playback singing after completing his pending work.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Arijit, in his private X account, revealed that he would continue to make music. He also revealed the reason behind his retirement.&nbsp;</p><h2>Arijit announces his retirement</h2><p>In a series of posts, he announced his retirement from playback singing but assured that he would continue to make music.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In his first post, Arijit wrote, “Hello, Happy New Year to all. I want to thank you all for giving me so much of love all these years as listeners. I am happy to announce that I am not gonna be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on. I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey.”&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He followed it up soon after, adding, “GOD has been really kind to me. I am a fan of good music and in future will be learning more and do more on my own as a small little artist. Thanks again for all your support.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Arijit stated that he still had to finish a few pending works and that fans can expect a few new releases in 2026.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Watch: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/arijit-singh-announces-retirement-13-essential-tracks-of-the-singer-that-you-need-to-replay-today-1769537556390"><strong>Arijit Singh announces retirement: 13 essential tracks of the singer that you need to replay today</strong></a></p><h2>Reason behind retirement&nbsp;</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>When fans asked the reason behind his decision, the singer opened up and said, “There is not one reason behind this, there are several reasons plus I have been trying to do this since a long time. Finally I have gathered the right courage,” he explained. One of those reasons, he admitted, is restlessness. “One of the reasons were simple, I get bored pretty quick, that’s why I keep changing arrangements of the same songs and perform them on stage. So here is the thing, I got bored. I need to do some other music to live.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/arijit-singh-shocks-fans-with-retirement-announcement-from-playback-singing-1769527637588"><strong>Arijit Singh shocks fans with retirement announcement from playback singing</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Singh also said he wanted more space for new voices to emerge. “Another reason is I am excited to hear some singer come up and give me real motivation.”</p><h2>‘Going to get back to classical music’</h2><p>Arijit assured fans that he would still continue to make music and concentrate on music. “I am going to go back to Indian Classical Music. I wanna go back to making music. I wanna start again,” he shared, before adding, “I will make my own music. Will come up with my music whenever I am ready.”&nbsp;</p>

Arijit Singh cited boredom as one of the reasons for retiring from playback singing. The singer shocked fans worldwide on Tuesday as he announced his retirement. Later he explained that he would continue to make music and was keen to hear new voices to feel more inspired. 

Arijit Singh’s decision to retire from playback singing on Tuesday night left most fans in shock. The man, whose songs have defined an entire generation of music lovers, announced on his social media account that he would not be taking on any new assignments of playback singing after completing his pending work. Arijit, in his private X account, revealed that he would continue to make music. He also revealed the reason behind his retirement. Arijit announces his retirement In a series of posts, he announced his retirement from playback singing but assured that he would continue to make music. In his first post, Arijit wrote, “Hello, Happy New Year to all. I want to thank you all for giving me so much of love all these years as listeners. I am happy to announce that I am not gonna be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on. I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey.” He followed it up soon after, adding, “GOD has been really kind to me. I am a fan of good music and in future will be learning more and do more on my own as a small little artist. Thanks again for all your support.” Arijit stated that he still had to finish a few pending works and that fans can expect a few new releases in 2026. Watch: Arijit Singh announces retirement: 13 essential tracks of the singer that you need to replay today Reason behind retirement When fans asked the reason behind his decision, the singer opened up and said, “There is not one reason behind this, there are several reasons plus I have been trying to do this since a long time. Finally I have gathered the right courage,” he explained. One of those reasons, he admitted, is restlessness. “One of the reasons were simple, I get bored pretty quick, that’s why I keep changing arrangements of the same songs and perform them on stage. So here is the thing, I got bored. I need to do some other music to live.” Read: Arijit Singh shocks fans with retirement announcement from playback singing Singh also said he wanted more space for new voices to emerge. “Another reason is I am excited to hear some singer come up and give me real motivation.” ‘Going to get back to classical music’ Arijit assured fans that he would still continue to make music and concentrate on music. “I am going to go back to Indian Classical Music. I wanna go back to making music. I wanna start again,” he shared, before adding, “I will make my own music. Will come up with my music whenever I am ready.”

<p>Arijit Singh cited boredom as one of the reasons for retiring from playback singing. The singer shocked fans worldwide on Tuesday as he announced his retirement. Later he explained that he would continue to make music and was keen to hear new voices to feel more inspired.&nbsp;</p>

Arijit Singh reveals the real reason behind his retirement: ‘I need to do…’

<p>Bollywood singer Arijit Singh announced his retirement from playback singing on Tuesday evening, breaking the hearts of millions of people. For over a decade, Arijit’s voice has been synonymous to love as well as heartbreaks. No Bollywood film album was complete without Arijit’s songs. The man, who is also a composer, on Thursday took to his social media to announce his decision.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Hello, Happy New Year to all. I want to thank you for giving me so much of love all these years as a listener. I am happy to announce that I am not gonna be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on. I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey,” wrote Arijit on his Instagram page.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In his private account on X, he later clarified that he would continue to make music and that he was only stepping back from playback music.&nbsp;</p>

<p>From foot tapping numbers, to war songs, to love ballads, to songs of pain and heartbreak, Arijit Singh has been a voice for all emotions for years. Here’s a look back at his top 10 songs.</p><h3><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/arijit-singh-shocks-fans-with-retirement-announcement-from-playback-singing-1769527637588">Arijit Singh shocks fans with retirement announcement from playback singing</a></h3><h2>Tum Hi Ho</h2><p><strong>Film: Aashiqui 2</strong></p><p><strong>Composer: Mithoon</strong></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Channa Mereya</strong></h2><p><strong>Film: Ae Dil Hai Mushkil</strong></p><p><strong>Composer: Pritam</strong></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Agar Tum Saath Ho</strong></h2><p><strong>Film: Tamaasha</strong></p><p><strong>Composer: AR Rahman</strong></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Dilliwali Girlfriend</h2><p><strong>Film: Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani</strong></p><p><strong>Composer: Pritam</strong></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Kesariya</h2><p><strong>Film: Brahmastra</strong></p><p><strong>Composer: Pritam</strong></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Tera Yaar Hoon Main</h2><p><strong>Film: Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety</strong></p><p><strong>Composer: Pritam</strong></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Binte Dil</h2><p><strong>Film: Padmaavat</strong></p><p><strong>Composer: Sanjay Leela Bhansali</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Ghungroo</h2><p><strong>Film: War</strong></p><p><strong>Composer: Vishal and Shekhar</strong></p>

<h2>Phir Le Aaya Dil</h2><p><strong>Film: Barfi</strong></p><p><strong>Composer: Pritam</strong></p>

<h2>Tum Kya Mile</h2><p><strong>Film: Rocky aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani</strong></p><p><strong>Composer: Pritam</strong></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Sajni Re</h2><p><strong>Film: Laapataa Ladies</strong></p><p><strong>Composer: Ram Sampath</strong></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Apna Bana Le Piya</h2><p><strong>Film: Bhediya</strong></p><p><strong>Composer: Sachin-Jigar</strong></p>

<h2>Chaleya</h2><p><strong>Film: Jawan</strong></p><p><strong>Composer: Anirudh Ravichander</strong></p>

As Arijit Singh announces retirement from playback singing, here are 13 songs of the singer that defined a generation. From love ballads to songs of heartbreak to party numbers- there is no genre that Arijit Singh hasn't mastered. Bookmark, play and sing along to these hits.

Bollywood singer Arijit Singh announced his retirement from playback singing on Tuesday evening, breaking the hearts of millions of people. For over a decade, Arijit’s voice has been synonymous to love as well as heartbreaks. No Bollywood film album was complete without Arijit’s songs. The man, who is also a composer, on Thursday took to his social media to announce his decision. "Hello, Happy New Year to all. I want to thank you for giving me so much of love all these years as a listener. I am happy to announce that I am not gonna be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on. I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey,” wrote Arijit on his Instagram page. In his private account on X, he later clarified that he would continue to make music and that he was only stepping back from playback music.

<p>As Arijit Singh announces retirement from playback singing, here are 13 songs of the singer that defined a generation. From love ballads to songs of heartbreak to party numbers- there is no genre that Arijit Singh hasn't mastered. Bookmark, play and sing along to these hits.</p>

Arijit Singh announces retirement:  13 essential tracks of the singer that you need to replay today

<p>It was a significant moment in Samantha Ruth Prabhu career as she attended the ‘At-Home reception’ at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Republic Day. Samantha was invited by the President of India, Draupadi Murmu for the event. A day later, the actress shared moments from the event, expressing pride and gratitude.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/daldal-to-kohhra-2-7-web-series-to-look-forward-to-in-2026-1769512710267"><strong>Daldal to Kohhra 2: 7 web series to look forward to in 2026</strong></a></p><h2>Samantha Ruth Prabhu attends ‘At-Home Reception’</h2><p>The 'At-Home Reception' in Rashtrapati Bhavan was organised in honour of EU President Ursula von der Leyen, the chief guest at the 77th Republic Day. The event had politicians, union and state ministers and journalists in attendance. Samantha Ruth Prabhu also attended the event, which was hosted by the President of India, Draupadi Murmu.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Taking to social media, Samantha shared glimpses from the evening and described her immense joy while calling it a moment she would cherish forever. She wrote, “Growing up, there were no cheerleaders… no inner voice that ever suggested I’d be here one day. No roadmap… Dreams like this once felt too big to even imagine. I just kept showing up, in a country that allowed that to be enough! Forever grateful.”</p>

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<h2>An evening of honour</h2><p>The ‘At-Home reception’ is considered one of the most dignified events in the country, bringing together people from various fields, including arts, cinema, sports, diplomacy, and public service.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For the occasion, Samantha wore a pastel green saree, balancing sophistication with tradition and embodying grace.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/happy-birthday-bobby-deol-animal-soldier-badal-watch-10-iconic-movies-of-the-actor-on-netflix-prime-video-jiohotstar-and-more-1769489826081"><strong>Happy Birthday Bobby Deol: Animal, Soldier, Badal- Watch 10 iconic movies of the actor on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and more</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For the 77th Republic Day Parade on January 26, 2026, acclaimed filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali designed the I&amp;B Ministry’s Bharat Gatha tableau. The tableau also featured a special song sung by Shreya Ghoshal, celebrating cinema as a vital part of India's cultural storytelling legacy.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/did-you-know-salman-khan-s-battle-of-galwan-song-maatrubhumi-is-inspired-from-this-former-pm-s-speech-1769501717823"><strong>Did you know Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan song 'Maatrubhumi' is inspired from THIS former PM's speech</strong></a></p><h2>Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s professional portfolio</h2><p>Samantha Ruth Prabhu is starring in the upcoming Telugu action-drama <i>Maa Inti Bangaaram</i>, directed by Nandini Reddy and created by Raj Nidimoru. Produced under her own production house, Tralala Moving Pictures, the film is scheduled for release in 2026. A teaser was released on January 9, 2026, showcasing the actress's jaw-dropping, fierce performance.</p>

Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently expressed immense pride and gratitude after attending the prestigious At-Home reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan, hosted by the President of India on January 26th. 

It was a significant moment in Samantha Ruth Prabhu career as she attended the ‘At-Home reception’ at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Republic Day. Samantha was invited by the President of India, Draupadi Murmu for the event. A day later, the actress shared moments from the event, expressing pride and gratitude. Also Read: Daldal to Kohhra 2: 7 web series to look forward to in 2026 Samantha Ruth Prabhu attends ‘At-Home Reception’ The 'At-Home Reception' in Rashtrapati Bhavan was organised in honour of EU President Ursula von der Leyen, the chief guest at the 77th Republic Day. The event had politicians, union and state ministers and journalists in attendance. Samantha Ruth Prabhu also attended the event, which was hosted by the President of India, Draupadi Murmu. Taking to social media, Samantha shared glimpses from the evening and described her immense joy while calling it a moment she would cherish forever. She wrote, “Growing up, there were no cheerleaders… no inner voice that ever suggested I’d be here one day. No roadmap… Dreams like this once felt too big to even imagine. I just kept showing up, in a country that allowed that to be enough! Forever grateful.”

<p>Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently expressed immense pride and gratitude after attending the prestigious ‘At-Home reception’ at Rashtrapati Bhavan, hosted by the President of India on January 26, on the occasion of Republic Day.&nbsp;</p>

Samantha Ruth Prabhu expresses immense pride after attending 'At-Home reception' at Rashtrapati Bhavan

<p>This will break the hearts of millions of fans. Popular Bollywood singer Arijit Singh has announced his decision to retire from playback singing. On Tuesday, Arijit announced his decision in his private X account days after his latest song Maatrubhumi from Salman Khan starrer Battle of Galwan was released online.&nbsp;</p><h2>Arijit Singh announces retirement from playback music</h2><p>Taking to his private X account as well as his verified Instagram account, the singer announced that he would not take up any more assignments as a playback vocalist.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Hello, Happy New Year to all. I want to thank you for giving me so much of love all these years as a listener. I am happy to announce that I am not gonna be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on. I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey,” the post read.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The musician did not reveal the reason behind his decision. However, in another tweet, Singh stated that fans would still be able to listen to some new songs and that he had some pending assignments to finish. Arijit clarified that he would not stop making music.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In his unverified account on X, he wrote, “God has been really kind to me. I am fan of good music and in future will be learning more and do more on my own as a small little artist. Thanks again for all your support. I still have to finish some pending commitments , will finish them. So you might get some releases this year. Just to be clear that I won't stop making music."</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Fans react</h2><p>Heartbroken fans took to X to express shock and sadness over the news. A fan wrote, “arijit singh has quit playback singing, the downfall of bollywood music has begun.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Another wrote, “arijit singh my goat music will be ded without you,” while another added, “Arijit Singh, the singer that you are and will be! Bollywood songs will miss your voice.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“KK is no longer with us, &amp; now ArijitSingh has also retired. Those who used to call him overrated now you’ll understand the true value of real music. You all used to listen to overrated rap kind of songs. Arijit Dada was the only singer who kept Bollywood music alive.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Arijit Singh’s songs</h2><p>No Bollywood film album is complete without Arijit Singh’s songs. The singer has dominated charts for over 10 years and is the undisputed king of Bollywood songs. He first gained success with Aashiqui 2 songs and eventually became the voice of India’s romantic ballads.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The success of Aashiqui 2 led to multiple chartbusters such as Ae Dil Hai Mushkil Title Track, Apna Bana Le, Hawayein, Sajni, Ve Maahi, Gehra Hua, and the latest Ghar Kab Aaoge from Border 2. Not just Bollywood, Singh has also been a prominent playback singer in other Indian languages, including Bengali, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam songs. He is also a music composer and has collaborated with international artists like Ed Sheeran.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In January 2026, Arijit became the most followed artist globally on music streaming app Spotify, with over 169 million followers.</p><h2>Awards and accolades&nbsp;</h2><p>During his playback singing career, Arijit won two National Film Awards for Best Male Playback Singer - first for Binte Dil from Padmaavat (2018) at the 66th National Film Awards, and second for Kesariya from Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva (2022) at the 70th National Film Awards. He was also honoured with the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award, in January 2025 for his contributions to music.</p>

Popular Indian musician Arijit Singh announced his retirement from playback singing in a post on his social media. The post by the singer on Instagram and he did not give any specify the reason behind his decision. 

This will break the hearts of millions of fans. Popular Bollywood singer Arijit Singh has announced his decision to retire from playback singing. On Tuesday, Arijit announced his decision in his private X account days after his latest song Maatrubhumi from Salman Khan starrer Battle of Galwan was released online. Arijit Singh announces retirement from playback music Taking to his private X account as well as his verified Instagram account, the singer announced that he would not take up any more assignments as a playback vocalist. "Hello, Happy New Year to all. I want to thank you for giving me so much of love all these years as a listener. I am happy to announce that I am not gonna be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on. I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey,” the post read. The musician did not reveal the reason behind his decision. However, in another tweet, Singh stated that fans would still be able to listen to some new songs and that he had some pending assignments to finish. Arijit clarified that he would not stop making music. In his unverified account on X, he wrote, “God has been really kind to me. I am fan of good music and in future will be learning more and do more on my own as a small little artist. Thanks again for all your support. I still have to finish some pending commitments , will finish them. So you might get some releases this year. Just to be clear that I won't stop making music."

<p>Popular Indian musician Arijit Singh announced his retirement from playback singing in a post on his social media. The post by the singer on Instagram and he did not specify the reason behind his decision.&nbsp;</p>

'Calling it off': Arijit Singh shocks fans with retirement announcement from playback singing

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Kriti Sanon and Dhanush’s film Tere Ishk Mein has become a topic of discussion among PhD students across social media. But why? Because of a scene in which Kriti’s character, Mukti Beniwal, claims to have submitted a whopping 2,200-page thesis. This has led many to question the film’s academic accuracy.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Released on November 28, the movie, directed by Aanand L Rai, features Dhanush and Kriti in a confused love story. Months after its theatrical release, the movie is now available on Netflix.</p><h2>Why are PhD students calling out Sanon and Dhanush’s movie over the 2,200-page thesis?</h2><p>On January 23, the love saga was released on Netflix, and within a few days, several PhD students began making jokes about the movie over a scene where Kriti’s character talks about submitting a 2,200-page thesis.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This scene has sparked a huge conversation among netizens, who have been questioning the academic accuracy shown in the film.</p><p><br>Expressing disbelief over the 2,000-page thesis, many questioned how the movie had turned Phd into a joke.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking about cinematic liberty, another X user asked the makers to be a bit more realistic.</p><p>A 2,200-page-long thesis is nearly ten times longer than the average thesis submitted by a PhD student.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Almost everything said and done in this film in the name of a PhD is a joke. I laughed out loud in the cinema hall. I was immensely passionate about my research topic, absolutely loved and enjoyed the whole research process, but writing the thesis was still so hard, one of the… <a href="https://t.co/G2BYxq4bKi">https://t.co/G2BYxq4bKi</a></p>&mdash; Sureshkumar P. Sekar (@ursmusically) <a href="https://twitter.com/ursmusically/status/2015403710852268170?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 25, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I would genuinely like to meet this PhD student who writes a 2200-page thesis! 😵‍💫😵‍💫<br><br>I know movies take cinematic liberty, but LMAO dude at least try to sound a bit realistic!! 😭😂<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AcademicChatter?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AcademicChatter</a> <a href="https://t.co/KEMsCyslVE">pic.twitter.com/KEMsCyslVE</a></p>&mdash; Dr. Shubham Misra शुभम मिश्रा🧠⚛️🇮🇳🇺🇸 (@Shubham_Neuro) <a href="https://twitter.com/Shubham_Neuro/status/2016004472212787633?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Another user wrote,''Welcome to Episode 1 of WTF Did I Just Watch?! Today, we talk about #TereIshkMein, where even after accounting for the lack of rationality expected in Bollywood, some questions remain: Why is Mukti’s PhD thesis 2,200 PAGES LONG? That’s 10x the size of a regular thesis. 1/6🧵.''</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">As a PhD student I will never get over this <a href="https://t.co/rTFjpRcnyi">pic.twitter.com/rTFjpRcnyi</a></p>&mdash; Melanie Easton (@MelanieJEaston) <a href="https://twitter.com/MelanieJEaston/status/2015348019353501720?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 25, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Calling 2200 pages thesis unbelievably ridiculous, another PhD holder, Sureskkumar P.Sekar said that writing a thesis is so hard and despite writing every single day for four years, he said that he submitted a 385-page PhD thesis.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The movie revolves around Mukti(Sanon), a Delhi University student, who wants to do her PhD in how violent behaviour can be transformed by counselling and therapy. After she was not able to convince her professors about her topic, she finds Shankar (Dhanush), a local goon, who is not able to control her anger. He's the perfect case study. However, things change, and they fall in love. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The movie received negative reviews from audiences for its portrayal of love. However, despite this, it still managed decent box office numbers.</p><h2>Tere Ishk Mein movie review: Dhanush, Kriti Sanon’s film is a big RED flag that celebrates toxicity of all kinds</h2><p>WION's film critic Shomini Sen wrote,''Mostly everything. The film’s problematic story glorifies toxicity to no end. The man needs therapy, but his rage is justified because the girl he fell in love with led him on. The girl is self-obsesse &nbsp; and breaks into long monologues often, analysing her case study- Shankar- almost blind in not understanding that she is leading him on. All the time. At one point, Shankar calls Mukti - Murkh Aurat- foolish woman, and she truly is. She is enabling him to behave a certain way, and when he gets a vision in life, all thanks to her father’s taunt, she wants to take credit for the transformation.''</p>

Directed by Aanand L. Rai, the movie revolves around Mukti (Sania), a PhD student at Delhi University, who chooses Shankar (Dhanush) as her subject for her thesis. Things take a different turn, and the two get into a complicated love drama.

Kriti Sanon and Dhanush’s film Tere Ishk Mein has become a topic of discussion among PhD students across social media. But why? Because of a scene in which Kriti’s character, Mukti Beniwal, claims to have submitted a whopping 2,200-page thesis. This has led many to question the film’s academic accuracy. Released on November 28, the movie, directed by Aanand L Rai, features Dhanush and Kriti in a confused love story. Months after its theatrical release, the movie is now available on Netflix. Why are PhD students calling out Sanon and Dhanush’s movie over the 2,200-page thesis? On January 23, the love saga was released on Netflix, and within a few days, several PhD students began making jokes about the movie over a scene where Kriti’s character talks about submitting a 2,200-page thesis. This scene has sparked a huge conversation among netizens, who have been questioning the academic accuracy shown in the film. Expressing disbelief over the 2,000-page thesis, many questioned how the movie had turned Phd into a joke. Speaking about cinematic liberty, another X user asked the makers to be a bit more realistic. A 2,200-page-long thesis is nearly ten times longer than the average thesis submitted by a PhD student.

<p>Directed by Aanand L. Rai, the movie revolves around Mukti (Sania), a PhD student at Delhi University, who chooses Shankar (Dhanush) as her subject for her thesis. Things take a different turn, and the two get into a complicated love drama.</p>

2,200 pages for a PhD? Scholars call out the unrealistic thesis scene in Tere Ishk Mein, questions accuracy

<p>Karan Johar needs a break from social media. The director and producer has time and again gone on social media breaks. On Monday (26 Jan), he once again announced that he is taking a break from social media. But this one is going to be short.</p><p><br>On Monday evening, Karan revealed that he will be staying away from social media for a week.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a post shared on Instagram stories, the Rocky Aur Rani… director shared that there will be no doom scrolling, no DMs, and no posts for a week.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Digital Detox for a week ! No doom scrolling! No DMs! No posts! May the universe give me the strength to stay away!!!!" he wrote.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This comes as no surprise to Johar’s followers, as he has been taking time away from the digital world earlier as well. In 2020, he took a similar social media break for almost two months. He stepped away from social media after facing huge backlash following the death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput, especially due to allegations of nepotism. While he did not specifically mention that the online backlash was the reason behind his decision.</p>

Screengrab of Karan Johar's IG story

<h2>What is social media detox, and why is it necessary?</h2><p>From the first thing in the morning to the last thing at night, social media has become one of the most important parts of our lives. While the platform comes with a lot of benefits, it also has repercussions.</p><p>The phone that you pick up for a minute to get an update on what’s going on in the world soon. And soon we end up spending hours, doing nothing just doomscrolling.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This is where social media detox comes in. It is a temporary break from platforms like Instagram, X, Facebook, and others. This pause helps give your mind some space from digital life and allows you to&nbsp;</p><p>focus on things that are necessary in real life.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>It saves time that is wasted on endless scrolling, which often leaves the mind restless, anxious, and tired.</p>

Karan Johar is one of the renowned faces of Hindi cinema. Recently, the director, who is quite active on social media, announced that he's taking a break from digital platforms for a week. 

Karan Johar needs a break from social media. The director and producer has time and again gone on social media breaks. On Monday (26 Jan), he once again announced that he is taking a break from social media. But this one is going to be short. On Monday evening, Karan revealed that he will be staying away from social media for a week. In a post shared on Instagram stories, the Rocky Aur Rani… director shared that there will be no doom scrolling, no DMs, and no posts for a week. “Digital Detox for a week ! No doom scrolling! No DMs! No posts! May the universe give me the strength to stay away!!!!" he wrote. This comes as no surprise to Johar’s followers, as he has been taking time away from the digital world earlier as well. In 2020, he took a similar social media break for almost two months. He stepped away from social media after facing huge backlash following the death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput, especially due to allegations of nepotism. While he did not specifically mention that the online backlash was the reason behind his decision.

<p>Karan Johar is one of the renowned faces of Hindi cinema. Recently, the director, who is quite active on social media, announced that he's taking a break from digital platforms for a week.&nbsp;</p>

No doom scrolling! No DMs! Karan Johar announces digital detox: What is it and why is it necessary?

<p>The much-awaited <i>Welcome To The Jungle</i> has finally received its theatrical release date. The multi-starrer comedy is the third installment of the hit <i>Welcome</i>, and it is directed by choreographer-turned-filmmaker Ahmed Khan.</p><h2>Welcome To The Jungle release date</h2><p>As per trade analyst Taran Adarsh, makers have decided to release the film on June 26, 2026. Taking to X, he wrote, "THE BIGGEST COMEDY FRANCHISE IS BACK – ‘WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE’ TO RELEASE ON 26 JUNE 2026…" As soon as the news surfaced, fans couldn't stop talking about it and flooded the comment section with "Can't wait."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/how-rich-are-the-kapoor-sisters-akshay-kumar-claims-that-karisma-owns-flats-in-every-building-in-bandra-1769508380646"><strong>How rich are the Kapoor sisters? Akshay Kumar claims that Karisma owns flats in every building in Bandra</strong></a></p><h2>Ahmed Khan on the film</h2><p>Earlier, during an interview with News18, Ahmed Khan opened up about why the original cast was not retained in the film. "So the thought was very different," he said. "If you see Welcome, it is a film that is regularly made, and there is nothing like a similar cast. Akshay (Kumar) was in the first one, John (Abraham) was in the second one, and now again Akshay is in the third one. So it was a complete 360-degree turnaround from the Welcome series. So it’s okay, people keep coming and going."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/vadh-2-trailer-out-sanjay-mishra-neena-gupta-return-with-another-compelling-story-watch-1769509029503"><strong>Vadh 2 trailer: Sanjay Mishra, Neena Gupta return with another compelling story</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

The wait is finally over as Welcome To The Jungle has finally locked its release date. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the multi-starrer comedy will hit theatres in the summer this year.

The much-awaited Welcome To The Jungle has finally received its theatrical release date. The multi-starrer comedy is the third installment of the hit Welcome, and it is directed by choreographer-turned-filmmaker Ahmed Khan. Welcome To The Jungle release date As per trade analyst Taran Adarsh, makers have decided to release the film on June 26, 2026. Taking to X, he wrote, "THE BIGGEST COMEDY FRANCHISE IS BACK – ‘WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE’ TO RELEASE ON 26 JUNE 2026…" As soon as the news surfaced, fans couldn't stop talking about it and flooded the comment section with "Can't wait." Also Read: How rich are the Kapoor sisters? Akshay Kumar claims that Karisma owns flats in every building in Bandra Ahmed Khan on the film Earlier, during an interview with News18, Ahmed Khan opened up about why the original cast was not retained in the film. "So the thought was very different," he said. "If you see Welcome, it is a film that is regularly made, and there is nothing like a similar cast. Akshay (Kumar) was in the first one, John (Abraham) was in the second one, and now again Akshay is in the third one. So it was a complete 360-degree turnaround from the Welcome series. So it’s okay, people keep coming and going." Also Read: Vadh 2 trailer: Sanjay Mishra, Neena Gupta return with another compelling story

<p>The wait is finally over as Welcome To The Jungle has finally locked its release date. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the multi-starrer comedy will hit theatres in the summer this year.</p>

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