Shehnaaz Gill has spoken candidly about her changing approach to work and remuneration, revealing that she is no longer willing to accept professional assignments without being paid fairly. The actor and singer, who rose to nationwide popularity through reality television before establishing herself in the Hindi entertainment industry, said her experiences over the years have...
Author and columnist Shobhaa De has criticised Bollywood actor Salman Khan over a social media post concerning environmentalist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk. De described the actor’s brief message as “cringe” and questioned the nature of celebrity involvement in public and political conversations. The controversy emerged after Salman Khan shared a post expressing support for...
Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor has responded to the criticism surrounding his casting as Lord Rama in filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari’s highly anticipated Ramayana, saying that he does not believe there is one specific actor who can be considered the only “right” choice to portray the revered Hindu figure. The actor’s comments come amid growing public interest...
Television actor Jasmin Bhasin has addressed the recurring questions surrounding her marriage plans with longtime partner Aly Goni, making it clear that she does not believe such personal decisions should be dictated by constant public speculation or outside pressure. The actor, who has been in a widely followed relationship with Aly for several years, has...
Veteran television actor Apara Mehta has opened up about one of the most frightening experiences of her career, recalling how overwhelming fan admiration during the peak popularity of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi turned into a dangerous ordeal. The actor revealed that she was once mobbed by an uncontrollable crowd, suffered a cigarette burn,...
Veteran actor Shagufta Ali has shared her memories of working alongside Karisma Kapoor in the 1997 blockbuster Hero No. 1, offering candid observations about the actress’s personality and professional approach during the peak of her career. While acknowledging Karisma’s dedication and commitment to her craft, Shagufta claimed that the actress displayed considerable attitude on set...
Television actor Narayani Shastri has made a series of serious allegations regarding the alleged prevalence of illegal drug use within sections of the Indian television industry. Speaking during a recent interview, the actor claimed that the culture surrounding entertainment industry parties has changed significantly over the years, with some gatherings allegedly involving organised drug consumption....
Actor Rajkummar Rao has reportedly removed a social media comment in which he appeared to respond to discussions about his participation in the song Modi Hai Toh Mumkin Hai. The deletion has since sparked debate online, with social media users questioning the context of his original remark and the reason behind its removal. The controversy...
Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt has publicly expressed her support for students involved in the ongoing protest movement, sharing an emotional message about the events of the past few days and highlighting the hopes, sacrifices and aspirations behind the demonstrations. The actor’s statement comes amid growing public attention around the student-led protests and the response to...
Actor R. Madhavan has come under criticism on social media after a section of students from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) questioned his silence over ongoing student-led protests linked to the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and broader concerns surrounding education and public accountability. The criticism emerged after members of the...