Urvashi Rautela has been in the headlines for her controversial remarks that she made in the recent past. In 2024, a video of the actress was widely circulated on social media, showing her in a bathroom. Now, reacting to the viral video, she has shared that the clip was circulated online only after taking permission from her. She also stated that it was a clip from her film, and the producers had requested her to allow them to leak it. The reality of viral video In conversation with Bollywood Bubble, she revealed that the Ghuspaithiya makers approached her crying and explaining how their film lacked in several aspects and that they were in desperate need to create a buzz. She further revealed, "Unko kuch debt aa gaya tha, aur kuch udhari wagairah mein (They had some debt and were caught up in loans and such). They had to let go of their land and all. Woh sadak pe aane wale the (They were on the verge of being out on the streets). And so, they came and discussed it with my business manager, head, and all." She further continued and shared, "And then, they took our permission ki woh movie ka scene tha, kuch aisa special nahi kiya tha humne. Woh movie ka hi scene tha. Toh un makers ka yeh ek request thi ki kya hum isko pehle leak out kar sakte hain. And it was sort of awareness also ki ladkiyon ko have to be careful (It was a scene from the movie; it wasn’t something special we had done. It was part of the movie itself. The makers requested if they could release it early. It was also intended to create awareness, especially for girls to be cautious)." About Urvashi Rautela Urvashi Rautela has been a part of the industry for a long time now. The actress made her acting debut with the Hindi film Singh Saab the Great. Since then, Urvashi has appeared in several movies, including Hate Story 4, Sanam Re, Kaabil, Hate Story 4, and Pagalpanti, to name a few. Her recent film is JNU: Jahangir National University. She was recently in the news for her film Daku Maharaj.
21 January,2025 11:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentZeenat Aman recently took to her official Instagram and shared her ordeal of a near-death experience. The yesteryear diva nearly choked on her BP medication. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zeenat Aman (@thezeenataman) Dropping a stunning picture of herself on Instagram, Zeenat Aman wrote, "In the risk of sounding like an old lady suffocating on her tablets, allow me to share what happened last night. It was the end of a long day of shooting at a studio in Andheri East. I had returned home to an ecstatic Lily, and after giving her the attention she is entitled to, I swiftly went through my night rituals. My very last task before I could surrender to sleep was to take my blood pressure medication." Sharing how she struggled to swallow the pill, the diva wrote, "I popped the pill into my mouth, took a sip of water, and then felt my breath catch. There it was, this little pill lodged in my throat. Too far down to regurgitate and too far up to swallow. I could still breathe, but it was restricted. I took another drink of water, and then another, and another, until the glass was empty but the pill remained stuck." Zeenat Aman further added how her son, Zahaan Khan, came to her rescue: "There was nobody at home with me other than the dog and the five cats, and panic began to set in. The doctor’s number was busy, so I made frantic calls to @zanuski, who abandoned his plans to rush over. As I waited for him, the discomfort in my gullet grew. I could think of nothing but that deviant pharmaceutical robbing me of easy breath. There’s no dramatic ending to this story. Zahaan arrived, we finally got through to the doctor, who said it would dissolve in time, and I spent the next few hours sipping warm water and waiting." She concluded, "Sometimes it’s important to tackle an issue head-on. To confront, challenge, and change. But sometimes a situation requires those other softer acts of patience, restraint, and equanimity." In the meantime, Zeenat Aman will shortly be a part of Manish Malhotra's "Bun Tikki" and Netflix's "The Royals." This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
21 January,2025 09:22 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSBollywood beauty Priyanka Chopra is in India for a few days. During her visit, the diva sought blessings at the famous Chilkur Balaji temple in Telangana.The pictures shared by the 'Fashion' actress feature her in a simple green salwar kameez, sans makeup. Sharing sneak peeks of her religious visit on Instagram, PeeCee wrote, "With the blessings of Shri Balaji, a new chapter begins. May we all find peace in our hearts and prosperity and abundance all around us. God's grace is infinite." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra) If the reports are to be believed, Priyanka Chopra has been roped in as the leading lady in South superstar Mahesh Babu's next, tentatively titled "SSMB29." The project will be directed by 'RRR' maker SS Rajamouli. When PeeCee landed at the Hyderabad airport a few days ago, reports suggested that she had come to India to shoot for "SSMB29." However, nothing has been made official yet. The airport clip doing the rounds featured Priyanka Chopra in an all-brown hoodie ensemble, with her off-duty look completed by a bright yellow baseball cap.Touted to be a global adventure set across exotic locations, Mahesh Babu's role in the film is reportedly inspired by Lord Hanuman. According to reports, the ambitious project will be made on a massive budget of Rs 900–1,000 crores and is expected to be split into two parts. If the reports turn out to be true, "SSMB29" will mark Priyanka Chopra's return to Telugu cinema after a long gap of 23 years. She was last seen in P Ravi Shankar's 2002 romantic entertainer "Apuroopam." Meanwhile, her last Bollywood release was Shonali Bose's 2016 drama, "The Sky Is Pink." In the meantime, Priyanka Chopra has joined forces with her husband, Nick Jonas, and the Jonas Brothers for a holiday film. Likely to premiere on Disney+, this yet-to-be-titled movie began filming on January 13th in Toronto. Furthermore, PeeCee is also working on the second season of her blockbuster show, "Citadel." This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
21 January,2025 09:10 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSVarun Kulkarni has been battling with kidney-related issues, his friend and theatre actor Roshan Shetty took to his Instagram to share a heart-wrenching update about his friend. Varun, who has been a part of several films and series, is battling kidney-related issues, and Shetty has provided an update about the same. Varun Kulkarni’s health update While sharing a few pictures of Varun Kulkarni, Shetty revealed that the Dunki actor continues to deal with kidney-related issues, but they are falling short of funds. Two days ago, Varun was rushed to the hospital. Shetty further shared that while his friends are trying to arrange funds, everyone else can come forward and help them in this tough time. Roshan Shetty requests for financial support While sharing the pictures, Shetty wrote: "My dear friend and theatre co-artist, Varun Kulkarni, is currently battling severe kidney issues. Despite our previous efforts to raise funds, the expenses for his treatment continue to mount. He requires dialysis 2–3 times a week, along with regular medical care and emergency hospital visits. Just two days ago, Varun was rushed to the hospital for an emergency dialysis session.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Roshan Shetty (@roshaan_shetty) He further continued and wrote, “Varun is not only a brilliant artist but also a kind and selfless human being. He lost both his parents at a very young age and has been a self-made individual ever since, pursuing his passion for theatre against all odds. However, the life of an artist often comes with financial challenges, and at this difficult moment, he needs our support more than ever.” He further requested financial help & wrote, “We, his friends and well-wishers, are coming together to help Varun during this critical time. If you know Varun or Rhea personally, you can send your contributions directly to them. For those who don’t, a Ketto link has been created (link in the description) to make donating easier. Your support—no matter the amount—can make a huge difference. Even sharing this message can help reach more people who might lend a hand. Let’s come together to help Varun get back on stage, where he belongs." Varun Kulkarni has played supporting roles in films and series, including Family Man 1, Scam 1992, and Dunki.
21 January,2025 08:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Saif Ali Khan, 54, was finally discharged from Lilavati Hospital on Tuesday. Accompanied by his wife Kareena and family members, the actor was spotted wearing jeans and a white shirt, paired with black sunglasses, as he walked out of the hospital and got into his vehicle amidst heavy police bandobast. The actor underwent a supramajor spinal surgery (5 a.m. to 9 a.m. on January 16) to remove the broken metal piece (knife) and cosmetic surgery for multiple stab wounds on his neck and hand. He was admitted to the hospital in the early hours of January 16 with multiple stab wounds on his neck, hand, and spine. Chief Operating Officer at the hospital on Saif’s case Speaking to MiD Day, Dr. Niraj Uttamani, Chief Operating Officer at the hospital, said, "The actor’s health is good, though the surgical wounds will take some time to heal. From the hospital’s end, the actor is absolutely fine at the time of discharge." When asked if the actor had been called again to the hospital for follow-up, Dr Uttamani replied in the affirmative, stating, "The actor will be in touch with Dr Nitin Dange, Consultant Neurosurgeon, who operated on him for the removal of sutures." On whether any post-operative physiotherapy has been suggested, the COO said, "The treating neurosurgeon or the actor’s family will decide if required." Attempts to contact Dr Nitin Dange did not yield any results. Meanwhile, the investigating police team will be recording the actor’s statement in the coming days. The statement will be corroborated with the arrested accused’s submissions, and if required, the accused can be further confronted on any new leads that emerge from the actor’s statement, said a police officer requesting anonymity. About Saif Ali Khan’s stabbing case Saif Ali Khan was stabbed six times by an intruder who barged into his house in the early hours (around 2:30 a.m.) of Thursday. He was rushed to Lilavati Hospital in an autorickshaw by his elder son and caretaker. Dr. Nitin Dange, Consultant Neurosurgeon, who operated on the actor’s spinal wound, said, "The actor had sustained a major injury to the thoracic spine due to the broken piece of knife that was lodged. The surgery was done to remove the foreign body and also fix the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage. Luckily, it was a dural spinal injury (the outermost layer of tissue that covers the spinal cord) and did not impact the spinal cord. The actor is responding well to the treatment, and we have kept him in the ICU for observation. He will be moved out of the ICU by tomorrow (Friday) and should be discharged on or before Monday." Sources within the hospital revealed that a 3D CT scan was done prior to the surgery, and a broken metal piece lodged in the spinal area was visible in the image. The neurosurgeon surgically removed the metal foreign body, which was later confirmed to be a broken knife piece.
21 January,2025 07:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSaif Ali Khan was discharged from Lilavati Hospital this evening, and he was all smiles as he reached his residence. The actor even waved at the paparazzi before he went inside the building. While Saif reached his residence, he was accompanied by heavy security. Meanwhile, another actor was also snapped with Saif—it was Ronit Roy. After seeing him with Saif, many wondered what he was doing there just after Saif was discharged from the hospital. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Saif Ali Khan hires personal security After a security breach at his residence in Bandra, Saif Ali Khan decided to employ personal security, and for that, he reached out to Ronit Roy's security firm. Ronit owns a security firm, and Saif and his family have trusted them to provide security for the actor. When HT reached out to Ronit for more updates, he refrained from making any comments or giving out major updates about the situation. However, he shared, “We are already here with Saif. He is doing fine now and has come back.” Saif Ali Khan was snapped outside his house at Satguru Sharan today. The actor, who was stabbed six times by an intruder, was clicked after he got discharged from the hospital. As Saif walked with heavy security, the camera spotted his hand bandaged. The actor, who fought bravely with the robber, was seen wearing a white shirt and blue jeans. About Saif Ali Khan’s stabbing incident The stabbing incident happened at his Bandra residence in the early hours of January 16. The attack occurred when an intruder, later identified as Mohd Shariful Islam Shehzad, entered the actor’s home with alleged intentions of theft. Saif, attempting to intervene during a confrontation between the intruder and his housemaid, sustained stab wounds to his thoracic spine. As per the police statement, various investigation teams were formed to investigate the crime, and a case has been registered under sections 311, 312, 331(4), 331(6), and 331(7) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS). Further, according to the police, the accused was about to flee to his native village when he was detained at Hiranandani Estate in Thane.
21 January,2025 06:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA happy news has come for all the Saif Ali Khan fans. The report has it that the actor will be discharged from the hospital by this evening. After being stabbed by a robber, Saif was quickly taken to the hospital in an auto-rickshaw. While earlier it was said that the rickshaw driver had denied any money to take the bleeding Saif to the hospital, a new update has it that an organization has awarded him Rs 11,000 for his commendable work. Days after the unfortunate incident happened at Saif Ali Khan's Mumbai residence, News24 has reported that the driver of the auto-rickshaw, who took Saif to the hospital, has been rewarded with Rs 11,000 by an institution. Bhajan Singh, the rickshaw driver, shared while speaking to ANI that he hasn't been contacted by Kareena Kapoor. “I was called there (Bandra Police Station) for questioning… I did not think about money that night… I have not been contacted by Kareena Kapoor or anyone else so far. I have not had any conversation with them," Singh stated. About Saif Ali Khan's stabbing incident The stabbing incident happened at his Bandra residence in the early hours of January 16. The attack occurred when an intruder, later identified as Mohd Shariful Islam Shehzad, entered the actor’s home with alleged intentions of theft. Saif, attempting to intervene during a confrontation between the intruder and his housemaid, sustained stab wounds to his thoracic spine. As per the police statement, various investigation teams were formed to investigate the crime, and a case has been registered under sections 311, 312, 331(4), 331(6), and 331(7) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS). Further, according to the police, the accused was about to flee to his native village when he was detained at Hiranandani Estate in Thane. Saif Ali Khan’s work projects Meanwhile, Saif Ali Khan was last seen in Devara Part 1, which hit theatres on September 27 last year. The film stars Saif alongside Jr NTR and Janhvi Kapoor. Saif will next be seen in the heist thriller Jewel Thief - The Red Sun Chapter, directed by Robbie Grewal. The film also features Jaideep Ahlawat in a prominent role. This project marks Robbie Grewal’s first collaboration with Saif Ali Khan. The storyline will reportedly centre around a gripping battle between Saif Ali Khan’s and Jaideep Ahlawat’s characters.
21 January,2025 04:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was stabbed multiple times after an intruder attacked him at his Bandra residence. He underwent a five-hour surgery at the nearby Lilavati Hospital and is set to be discharged today. Dr Nitin Dange stated that Saif’s discharge papers were filed last night and he is expected to leave the hospital by this evening. Celebs such as Sanjay Dutt, Malaika Arora, and Arjun Kapoor were the ones who visited him on Monday night. Why was Saif Ali Khan hospitalised? Saif Ali Khan was receiving treatment at Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital following a stabbing incident at his Bandra residence in the early hours of January 16. The attack occurred when an intruder, later identified as Mohd Shariful Islam Shehzad, entered the actor's home with alleged intentions of theft. Saif, attempting to intervene during a confrontation between the intruder and his housemaid, sustained stab wounds to his thoracic spine. As per the police statement, various investigation teams were formed to investigate the crime, and a case has been registered under sections 311, 312, 331(4), 331(6), and 331(7) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS). Further, according to the police, the accused was about to flee to his native village when he was detained at Hiranandani Estate in Thane. It was revealed that the accused is a native of the Jhalokati district in Bangladesh. The accused Mohd Shariful Islam Shehzad was sent to 5-day police custody by Bandra Holiday Court on Sunday. Saif Ali Khan's work projects Meanwhile, Saif Ali Khan was last seen in 'Devara Part 1', which hit theatres on September 27 last year. The film, which stars Saif alongside Jr NTR and Janhvi Kapoor, was released in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. The film's ensemble cast also includes Prakash Raj, Srikanth Meka, Tom Shine Chacko, and Narain. Saif will next be seen in the heist thriller 'Jewel Thief - The Red Sun Chapter', directed by Robbie Grewal. The film also features Jaideep Ahlawat in a prominent role. This project marks Robbie Grewal's first collaboration with Saif Ali Khan. The storyline will reportedly centre around a gripping battle between Saif Ali Khan's and Jaideep Ahlawat's characters. With inputs from Priyanka Sharma
21 January,2025 03:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIndian singer Jasleen Royal brought a special touch to Coldplay's concert at DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday. She opened the show with a soulful performance of her song "Kho Gaye Hum Kahan", captivating the audience. Later, she joined Coldplay's frontman, Chris Martin, on stage for a heartfelt duet of "We Pray", a track from the band's latest album Moon Music. Now, it seems like music composer Vishal Dadlani has allegedly called Jasleen a ‘bad singer’. View this post on Instagram A post shared by jasleen royal (@jasleenroyal) Netizens think Vishal Dadlani called Jasleen Royal a ‘bad singer’ Vishal Dadlani took to his Instagram stories and wrote, “I’m really sorry, but when you put a basic-to-bad singer in front of a large crowd on a large stage, all you’re doing is showing more people that the individual can’t really sing, and that sadly, systems within labels in India aren’t geared towards really promoting the best we have. I’ve just seen some clips, and my gosh… How embarrassing!” Who is he referring to here?byu/Otherwise_Onion8765 inBollyBlindsNGossip As the post went viral, a section of Reddit users pointed out that the message was directed at Jasleen Royal. One user wrote, “Seems like he is referring to Jasleen Royal's performance during Coldplay’s concert in Mumbai.” Another added, “I absolutely loathe Jasleen Royal. That girl cannot sing. She can whisper words but that’s not singing imo. I agree with Vishal here if he’s referring to her. There are better artists that deserve such a huge opportunity.” One user commented, “Jasleen was atrocious. How does she even get a gig is beyond me, such a horrible singer. Like what's with that baby voice she does?” Jasleen is well-known for songs like 'Nit Nit' and 'Sang Rahiyo.' She has carved a niche in the music industry, showcasing her versatility as a composer, singer, and songwriter. Coldplay delivers an unforgettable performance Plenty of moments resonated deeply with fans as Coldplay conducted their 'Music of the Spheres World Tour' in India. For two hours at the packed stadium, Martin belted out chartbuster tracks like "Paradise", "Viva La Vida", "Adventure of a Lifetime", "Yellow", "Fix You", and "A Sky Full of Stars", among others. The band will now head to Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium for their show on January 25.
21 January,2025 11:05 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee, who shared screen space with Sushant Singh Rajput in the film Sonchiriya recalled bonding with him on the sets. Given their Bihar connection, Manoj, who recently appeared on Mid-day’s podcast series The Bombay Film Journey, shared what advice he gave Sushant about the film industry and how the news of his death left him sad for 3 months. Sushant was born on January 21, 1986. This year marks his 39th birth anniversary. ‘Sushant Singh Rajput wasn’t a mad guy’ Sushant Singh Rajput allegedly died by suicide in June 2020. He was found dead inside his Mumbai flat. His death was first probed by Mumbai Police, which later transferred the case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which is yet to file a closure report. Manoj shared, “Nobody knows what happened to him. All of us are only presuming and guessing things. I have worked with him, and I can say he wasn’t a mad guy. He was fairly well-versed in too many things. He was a voracious reader. I found him reading all the time, both on the set and off the set. He had great knowledge about quantum physics. He used to talk to me about spiritualism and compare it with quantum physics. He was a fantastic mind. I would not like to come to any conclusion because I really don’t know what happened to him. Even the CBI is yet to come to a conclusion.” SSR’s death news left Manoj sad for 3 months The film industry was in shock after learning about Sushant’s death during peak COVID-19. Manoj Bajpayee said, “I must tell you that his death news hit me so badly that I was sad for three months as if I have known him so personally and closely.” He added, “As far as the industry is concerned, we used to have chats about the industry and its politics. I always told him to keep thick skin nahi toh yeh jaan maar dengi tumhari (it will kill you). I had thick skin because I have faced so many rejections. It was a part of my life but a lot of my friends didn’t have that thick skin. They couldn’t face rejections like I did.” Sonchiriya was a slow-burning thriller, based on the life of the dacoits of the Chambal district. It had an ensemble cast of Sushant, Manoj, Bhumi Pednekar, and Ranveer Shorey, among others.
21 January,2025 10:57 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentGrammy-winning rock band Coldplay enthralled Mumbaikars with its concert over the weekend which was also attended by celebs. Their return to India after 9 years was nothing short of a cultural celebration where the band's frontman Chris Martin captivated the audience with his humour and curiosity. From asking what Jai Shri Ram means to giving a tongue-in-cheek shout-out to cricketer Jasprit Bumrah, it was everything a music lover could ask for. Check out the celebs who attended the gig. Celebs attend Coldplay concert in Mumbai Singer Shreya Ghoshal attended with her husband Shiladitya Mukhopadhyaya. Sharing the pictures on Instagram she wrote, “Just pure love for @coldplay. My second concert of the amazing Chris Martin and his band! And you turned your magic on for Mumbai and how!! It was a spectacular experience. Couldn’t stop my tears for Fix You! My 70+ year-old dad @bishwajitghoshal loved the concert so much!!! Thank you for letting me and @shiladitya relive all our memories once again which have ruled our lives growing up.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by shreyaghoshal (@shreyaghoshal) The other couples at the concert included Priya Bapat with husband Umesh Kamat and Aadar Jain with wife Alekha Advani. Kusha Kapila was also present for the epic event. Sara Tendulkar took her dad and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar to the concert. Meanwhile, Suhana Khan went with BFF Navya Nanda. Check out the posts below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Suhana Khan (@suhanakhan2) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priya Bapat (@priyabapat) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kusha Kapila (@kushakapila) The crowd chanting 'Sachin, Sachin' more instead of Coldplay. Craze of Mumbaikars 🏏❤️pic.twitter.com/Sz5Za8bBHF — Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) January 19, 2025 Coldplay delivers an unforgettable performance Plenty of moments resonated deeply with fans at Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium where Coldplay kick-started their 'Music of the Spheres World Tour' in India. For two hours at the packed stadium, Martin belted out chartbuster tracks like "Paradise", "Viva La Vida", "Adventure of a Lifetime", "Yellow", "Fix You", and "A Sky Full of Stars", among others. Throughout the evening, Martin made a concerted effort to connect with the audience in their native tongues. His attempts to speak Hindi and Marathi were met with overwhelming warmth. The British musician thanked Indian fans for giving him the chance to play in one of "our favourite places in the whole world". "This is our fourth visit to India, the second time playing, and the first time played our show, and we couldn't have asked for a better audience. It's amazing you welcome us,” Martin said. As part of their 'Music of the Spheres World Tour', the British band has one more show at the DY Patil Stadium on Monday. A fourth show will be held at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on January 25. (With inputs from PTI)
21 January,2025 10:46 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
