
Actor Suniel Shetty on Friday reacted to Pakistan’s decision to boycott their ICC T20 World Cup 2026 group-stage match against India. "I want Pakistan to come to Sri Lanka and play against India," Suniel added. "The India and Pakistan teams have a beautiful rivalry like the Ashes rivalry between England and Australia," he stated.

Pak must play vs India, it's beautiful rivalry: Suniel on T20 WC

Actor Shruti Haasan, daughter of Sarika and Kamal Haasan, spoke about growing up in a non-religious yet spiritual household. “We grew up in an atheist home, a non-religious home…the concept of religion and God was so alien,” she said. “I knew in my child brain that art was God,” she shared. Shruti said she moved towards Wicca (nature-based pagan religion). 

Shruti Hassan says she grew up in atheist home, believes in Wicca

India’s first VJ Ruby Bhatia, a mother of two, said she doesn't enjoy motherhood. "But I have no option, so I focus," she said, adding, "I love my kids...they’re wonderful, but being their mother is extremely hard work." Ruby also revealed she doesn’t send her children to school, adding she doesn’t want them to be part of a "rat race".

I don't enjoy motherhood; don't send my kids to school: Ruby 

Mumait Khan, known for the song 'Dekh Le' from 'Munna Bhai MBBS', slipped into a coma for 15 days at 30 after a serious accident. “Five nerves in my brain burst,” she said, adding doctors advised her not to work for seven years. During recovery, she shifted to makeup and hair, later opening an academy in Hyderabad.

Munna Bhai actress Mumait went into coma, now runs makeup institute

Members of the Brahmin community protested in Bhopal against the title 'Ghooskhor Pandat', demanding it be changed. On Friday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered the registration of an FIR against the makers, including director Neeraj Pandey and actor Manoj Bajpayee. Bajpayee later clarified that the title was not intended as a statement against any community.

Brahmin community protests against 'Ghooskhor Pandat' title in Bhopal

Television actor Arjun Bijlani has spoken openly about the difficulties faced by professionals in the entertainment industry, shedding light on issues that often remain unaddressed in public discourse. He pointed out that despite the outward glitz and glamour of the television world, delays in payments and extended working hours remain serious concerns for many artists.

Arjun Bijlani flags late payments, long working hours in TV

Veteran actor Suniel Shetty has expressed regret over not being part of the film 'Dhurandhar' after being impressed by its final version, and also revealed his interest in joining Aditya Dhar’s upcoming project 'The Immortal Ashwatthama', highlighting how evolving film trends are influencing his choice of roles in the current cinematic landscape.

Suniel Shetty expresses regret over missing role in ‘Dhurandhar’

Actor Prakash Raj hit out at Kangana Ranaut over her remarks on AR Rahman, saying, "Look at the euphoria which has started...Look at the barking which has started." He added, "Kangana is calling her film Emergency...a classic. And that he denied to work...Look at what is happening around you." Kangana had earlier labelled Rahman “hateful” for refusing to meet her. 

People are barking: Prakash Raj on Kangana criticising Rahman 

Actors Vishal Jethwa and Aneet Padda will share screen space for the first time in the upcoming romantic drama 'Shakti Shalini', which is currently in pre-production and set to feature a fresh on-screen pairing in an emotional narrative. Further details about the storyline and supporting cast are awaited as preparations for filming continue.

Vishal Jethwa and Aneet to star together in film 'Shakti Shalini'

Kannada star Upendra and his wife Priyanka Upendra were targeted in a cyber fraud that began when Priyanka clicked a malicious link, giving hackers access to her WhatsApp. The scammers used the account to trick contacts into transferring more than ₹1.5 lakh. Following a complaint, police traced the cyber trail to Bihar, arrested Vikas Kumar and brought him to Bengaluru.