Have you heard? Jacqueline Fernandez received gifts worth Rs 10 crore from Sukesh Chandrashekhar?

In August, the actor found herself embroiled in the case when she had to depose before the ED as a trail of transactions were allegedly linked to her

Did alleged millionaire conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar splurge gifts worth Rs 10 crore, including jewellery, crockery and pets, on Jacqueline Fernandez? One of the Persian cats he gave her is said to be worth Rs 9 lakh, and a horse for Rs 52 lakh. After their loved-up viral selfies, a list of presents given to her has been doing the rounds apparently based on the  Enforcement Directorate’s chargesheet in the money laundering case. The buzz is that Chandrasekhar and Fernandez got close early this year,  and after he got bail, he flew her to Chennai in a private plane. In August, the actor found herself embroiled in the case when she had to depose before the ED as a trail of transactions were allegedly linked to her. She was summoned again several times, which she skipped due to her professional commitments, finally appearing before the federal agency in October. As the actor continues to keep mum, there has been a great deal of chatter about her closeness to the accused. As for his choice of gifts, Fernandez is known to be a cat person and has several felines at home. Earlier this year, she undertook horse-riding classes, and shared her adventures on social media.

Diu pe dil aa gaya

Akshay Kumar embarked on a discovery trip while shooting for Abhishek Sharma’s Ram Setu in Diu. “The place is an incredible gem wrapped in history,” posted the superstar after completing the mythological’s schedule in the coastal town. Kumar shared a click against the backdrop of the Pani Kotha fort and added that he is taking back fond memories “of the place, its natural beauty and the lovely people.” 

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Pammi aunty in the house

Ssumier S Pasricha, better known as Pammi aunty from his YouTube videos about a quintessential Delhi woman, features in the Ayushmann Khurrana starrer Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui. When Pasricha posted about Abhishek Kapoor’s film, Khurrana responded, “Pammi aunty ke rishtedaar... Ssumier paji is in the film.” The actors gelled well on the set, and Pasricha regaled with anecdotes from his alter ego’s life. “Ayushmann welcomed me with a warm hug on the set. He was the one who broke the ice and thanked me for doing the role. I am happy that I got to share screen space with him,” says Pasricha.

Green joy

Bhumi Pednekar has a reason to be humbled and proud. On Sunday, to mark World Soil Day, the Abhyudaya Ashram in Morena, Madhya Pradesh, planted 15 saplings and named it The Bhumi Garden. “Everything we’ve been teaching the children about the planet and its future, they are implementing it,” the actor-environmentalist posted. Pednekar came to know about the institution while shooting for a film in Chambal. She was amazed by the work for the education of underprivileged kids.

Exploring Mumbai

Manoj Bajpayee is shooting at real locations across the length and breadth of Mumbai for Kanu Behl’s Despatch. The actor enjoys filming outdoors, especially in the city. He gets to explore areas he may be unaware of and has never been to. “Every single day is filled with drama and humour,” says Bajpayee. Ronnie Screwvala’s production is an investigative thriller that unfolds in the world of crime journalism.

Web series on Ambedkar

To mark B R Ambedkar’s death anniversary today, the makers of Ambedkar The Legend announced that Vikram Gokhale will play the father of the Indian Constitution in the digital show. “It is an honour to play India’s greatest influential figures. I’m also looking forward to making a mark on the OTT space as this is where my audience is migrating today,” said Gokhale. The show is helmed by Sanjiiv Jaiiswwal.

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Insta account hacked

Syed Zeishan Quadri is the latest from Bollywood to have his Instagram account compromised. The Gangs of Wasseypur writer took to Twitter to inform that a hacker is at work. “Please do not reply to any messages you may have received from my Instagram account. Do not click on any link you may receive.” The Meeruthiya Gangsters (2015) producer added that he had filed a cyber crime complaint.

Engaged

Tera Yaar Hoon Main and Naagin actor Sayantani Ghosh got engaged to beau Anugrah Tiwari in Kolkata. She shared glimpses from the ceremony and wrote, “The best thing in life is to hold on to each other as we begin a new chapter in our lives.” Ghosh wore her grandmother’s saree and bangles. “They were given to me by her and it feels like she was a part of the celebration,” the actor said.

Marking new milestones

On December 8, Kumkum Bhagya completes 2,000 episodes. Eight years on, Ekta Kapoor’s show starring Shabir Ahluwalia (Abhi) and Sriti Jha (Pragya) has kept viewers hooked through its twists and turns. A celebration has been planned on the set at Saki Naka. “Abhi and Pragya have emerged into an emotion that viewers across the country connect with,” says Ahluwalia.

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