Rajinikanth is arguably the first pan-Indian star whose popularity spans across from Kashmir to Kanyakumari. From flipping and rolling glasses several times before putting them on to rolling cigarettes in air and catching them with lips, Rajinikanth does everything in his own style and his fans totally love it! His on-screen shenanigans, powerful dialogue delivery, charismatic persona and his mannerism is what makes him larger than life. Addressed as ‘Thalaiva’ by his ardent fans, Rajinikanth is the only undisputed superstar whose mere screen presence is enough to pull crowds to the cinema halls. The actor who has been a part of Indian cinema for over five decades, Rajinikanth is being worshipped as God among his fans and his giant-sized cutouts and hoardings are put up before every release of his films. As today marks the 74th birthday of the legendary superstar, here are some interesting facts about the actor that every Rajini fan must know! Also Read: Rajinikanth praises 'Kantara'; Rishab Shetty responds, 'You inspire me to do more local stories' Born in a Maratha family in Bangalore, Rajinikanth’s real name is Shivaji Rao Gaekwad. The superstar was named after the great Maratha warrior king, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. At home, he was brought up speaking Marathi and Kannada. He learnt Tamil while pursuing diploma in acting from Madras Film Institute. While this is no secret that Rajinikanth worked as a bus conductor before becoming an actor, very few know that he also worked as coolie and carpenter to make ends meet. One of the biggest celebrated superstar, before starting-off as an hero, Rajinikanth began his acting career by essaying villainous characters on the silver screen. From playing abusive husband to a womanizer, Rajini has done it all. In 1977, he got a chance to play a positive character with the film, ‘Bhuvana Oru Kelvikuri’. The actor who is an inspiration for millions of people and budding actors across the country, for him, Bollywood’s living legend, Amitabh Bachchan is his inspiration. So much so that he acted in around 11 Tamil remakes of Amitabh’s films. In his career spanning over 50 years, the Thalaiva has acted in 170 plus movies approximately. A proud recipient of Padma Vibhushan and Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the superstar was named by Forbes India as the ‘most influential Indian’ in 2010. For the unversed, Rajinikanth happens to be the only Indian actor who has featured in the Central Board of Secondary (CBSE) syllabus in a lesson titled as, ‘From Bus Conductor to Superstar’. 'For the Love of A Man’, a film based on Rajinikanth’s fandom was premiered at the 71st Venice Film Festival in 2015. In 2010, his sci-fi film, ‘Enthiran’ became the only Tamil film to make it into IMDb’s Top 50 films from around the globe. The Rajinikanth-starrer sci-fi drama has apparently been included as a case study in an IIM-A PG elective course. Also Read: Superstar Rajinikanth to make a cameo appearance in daughter Aishwarya's 'Lal Salaam'
11 December,2024 10:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Kapoor family met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi to invite him to the celebration of legendary actor-filmmaker Raj Kapoor's 100th birth anniversary. The family is organizing nationwide screenings of Raj Kapoor's iconic films as part of the tribute. PM Modi had a warm interaction with the Kapoor family which he shared on Instagram. In the caption, he wrote, “Raj Kapoor Ji was a legend whose performances captivated everyone. Met the Kapoor family as we mark 100 years of his legacy.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) PM Modi asks about Taimur and Jeh’s absence In the video shared by PM Modi, Ranbir Kapoor begins by sharing how the family decided to address him for the meeting. It then shows Rima Jain struggling to say 'Adarniya Pradhan Mantri' while Modi says “cut”. He then proceeds to strike up a conversation with Saif Ali Khan and recalls meeting his father Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi. He expresses his desire to meet three generations of the Pataudi clan and asks about Taimur and Jeh, to which Kareena explains that her boys wanted to come. When PM Modi watched Raj Kapoor’s film Phir Subah Hogi During the brief conversation with the Kapoor family, PM Modi shared his admiration for Raj Kapoor's lasting influence on Indian cinema and spoke about the power of films in their era. He recalled an incident involving veteran leader LK Advani and former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee: "I remember the impact of films in those days. It was during the Jana Sangh era, and there was an election in Delhi. After the party lost, Advaniji and Atalji said, 'What should we do now?' Then they decided, 'Let's watch a movie.' They went to watch Raj Kapoor's 'Phir Subah Hogi.'" #WATCH | Delhi: Members of the Kapoor family yesterday extended an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the 100th birth anniversary of legendary actor-filmmaker Raj Kapoor on December 14Actor Ranbir Kapoor says, "This is a special day for us. We enjoyed the… pic.twitter.com/fOBVlfLFYK — ANI (@ANI) December 11, 2024 Members of the Kapoor family, including Karisma Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, and Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, were also present during the interaction. Meanwhile, the festival will celebrate the centenary of Raj Kapoor, one of the most iconic figures in Indian cinema, who passed away in 1988. It showcases 10 iconic Raj Kapoor films across 40 cities and 135 cinemas, with a ticket price of Rs 100. The announcement of the film festival, which will include screenings of classics such as Aag, Barsaat, Awaara, Shree 420, and Mera Naam Joker, has sparked excitement among cinema lovers.
11 December,2024 10:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood’s ace filmmaker Anurag Kashyap’s 23-year-old daughter Aaliyah Kashyap tied the knot with American entrepreneur Shane Gregoire on Wednesday. The grand yet intimate ceremony was attended by Imtiaz Ali, Vikramaditya Motwane, Khushi Kapoor, Vedang Raina, Kalki Koechlin, and Alaya F, among others. The wedding concluded on an emotional note as Anurag teared up after Aaliyah’s vidaai ceremony. Anurag Kashyap says, 'Ro raha hoon main’ In the video shared by the paparazzi, Anurag can be seen telling the shutterbugs, “Dikh nahi raha shakal par ro raha hoon main (You can’t tell by my face but I am crying).” Glimpse from Anurag Kashyap's daughter Aaliyah Kashyap wedding#AnuragKashyap #Bollywood #entertainment #EntertainmentNews #entertainmentreels pic.twitter.com/t2PhIUs0mD — Mid Day (@mid_day) December 11, 2024 In another video, Anurag was seen dancing as he welcomed the baraatis. The groom’s side received a warm welcome from the filmmaker and his ex-wife Aarti Bajaj. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) For her wedding, Aaliyah wore an embellished lilac lehenga, while Shane kept it classy in beige. The two also got emotional as they embraced each other after Aaliyah walked down the aisle accompanied by her bridesmaids. The lot also included actress Khushi Kapoor. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) Aaliyah and Shane got engaged in a private ceremony in Mumbai last year, announcing the news on Instagram in May 2023. For the unversed, the 'Gangs of Wasseypur' director shares daughter Aaliyah with his ex-wife and Indian film editor Aarti Bajaj. The duo married in 1997 and got divorced in 2009. Aaliyah is a social media influencer who promotes different labels through her social media accounts and creates videos on her YouTube channel. Anurag Kashyap's work front The ace filmmaker will be acting in Aashiq Abu's Malayalam film ‘Rifle Club’. He will play the role of a father to famous rapper Hanumankind. ‘Rifle Club’ also stars Dileesh Pothan, Vani Viswanath, Vijayaraghavan, Vincy Aloshious, Ramzan Muhammed, Surabhi Lakshmi, and Unnimaya Prasad. Kashyap's latest offering as a director was 'Kennedy', which was released in 2023 starring Sunny Leone. It premiered at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, Sydney Film Festival, and Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival. Kashyap, who is known for films like 'Gulaal', 'Dev.D', and 'Gangs of Wasseypur', among others earlier admitted he would never cast himself in any project. However, he did some impactful roles in 2024 with the web series ‘Bad Cop’ and the Tamil action thriller ‘Maharaja’.
11 December,2024 09:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor-turned-politician Shatrughan Sinha got candid about his relationships for the first time, where he admitted to cheating on his wife Poonam Sinha with veteran actress Reena Roy. The superstar was involved with two women at the same time. There were several reports of him being in a relationship with Reena despite announcing his marriage to Poonam. Shatrughan Sinha admits to infidelity In an interview with Lehren Retro, Shatrughan Sinha said, "I wouldn’t take names. But, I am grateful to all the women who were part of my life. I don’t have any grudges against anybody. I never think ill of them. They have all helped me grow and become a better person. I have definitely made mistakes in my life. It was natural for a boy, who had come all the way from Patna to get lost in the glitz and glamour of the industry. I didn’t know how to deal with stardom. People get lost in all this.” He added, "When a man is good at heart, and he is having two committed relationships simultaneously, he too suffers a lot in terms of his mental and physical health. You also feel guilty. When you are out with your lover, you feel guilty for your wife at home and when you are with your wife, you feel bad for your lover.” Shatrughan asserted that when there’s a love triangle even the man suffers. "I want to say, that it's not just the girls involved in the love triangle that are suffering, the man equally suffers. He struggles to get out of the situation even when he wants to,” he shared. Shatrughan Sinha’s Bollywood journey Shatrughan, who is a Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha, first started acting by playing a Pakistani military officer in Dev Anand's “Prem Pujari”. He later appeared in villainous roles in “Pyar Hi Pyar”, “Banphool”, Manmohan Desai's “Raampur Ka Lakshman”, and “Bhai Ho Toh Aisa”. He was cast along with his wife Poonam in the movie “Sabak” in 1973.. He acted with Amitabh Bachchan in films like “Raaste Ka Paththar”, “Yaar Meri Zindagi”, “Shaan” and “Kala Paththar”. He was then seen in films such as “Kalicharan”, “Bombay To Goa”, “Naseeb”, “Dostana”, “Ab Kya Hoga,” “Yaaron Ka Yaar”, “Dillagi”, “Vishwanath”, “Muqabla” and “Jaani Dushman” to name a few. He was last seen onscreen in “Yamla Pagla Deewana: Phir Se” in 2018, where he essayed the role of Judge Sunil Sinha.
11 December,2024 07:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOn Dilip Kumar’s 102nd birth anniversary on Wednesday, veteran actress Saira Banu has remembered her “Sahib” and recalled that whenever the legendary star was around her, he shed the aura of a legend and let the child within him emerge playful, carefree and unburdened by the weight of worldly chaos. Saira took to Instagram, where she shared a video montage featuring memorable moments with Dilip Kumar, who passed away aged 98 in 2021. For the caption, she wrote, “A few people walk into your life to stay, becoming a part of you in every possible way. That’s what happened when Dilip Sahib entered my life to stay with me forever. We are one in our thoughts and being.” “The days may change, and the seasons may pass, but Sahib has always been there, walking with me hand in hand. Today, on his birthday, I reflect on what a gift he is not just to me but to everyone fortunate enough to know him.” She said that to the world, Dilip Kumar was the epitome of mannerisms, poise, chivalry, and a presence that could silence a room. “Yet, whenever he was around me, he became something else entirely. He shed the aura of a legend and let the child within him emerge playful, carefree, unburdened by the weight of worldly chaos. He laughed with ease, teased with the innocence of a boy, and lost himself in the simplest of moments, as though the world beyond us had ceased to exist.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Saira Banu Khan (@sairabanu) Dilip Kumar's love for travel and spontaneity “One thing I can say for certain about Sahib is that he could never sit still. He loved to travel. Whenever he had days off from shooting, he would ask us to accompany him to beautiful destinations. My brother Sultan’s children, others in the family, and I would often join him on these trips, creating some of our fondest memories together.” Sharing a memory, Banu noted, “His spontaneity still amazes me. I remember one such moment vividly. I had gone to the airport just to see him off, bidding him goodbye as he prepared to leave. He turned to me and asked, “Saira, what are you up to?” I casually replied, “My shoot got canceled, so nothing.” “What happened next left me astonished that he took me along with him! In those days, flight tickets were booked directly at the counter. Sahib promptly sent his secretary to secure a ticket for me and took me along with him.” “Now, picture this: I was dressed in a simple cotton salwar kameez, with no change of clothes and no preparation whatsoever. Yet, Sahib brought me to this grand wedding. I attended the entire ceremony in that simple attire, while Dilip Sahib walked beside me, hand in hand. His simplicity defined him, and it was this very trait that allowed him to effortlessly surprise me and draw me into his world…” Dilip Kumar would give away the gifts he received Saira Banu also spoke about how Dilip Kumar was not interested in material possessions. "Speaking of surprises, as meticulous as I am, I would spare no effort in making his birthdays special. I would handpick fine cashmere sweaters, select elegant cufflinks, and choose exquisite watches for Sahib. Yet, much to my amusement, he would give them away without hesitation to anyone who admired them. At first, I couldn’t understand it. How could a man part so easily with things so precious? But soon, I realized that Dilip Sahib was so fulfilled and content within himself that no material possession could rival the treasures of his art, his family, and the love he gave and received. It wasn’t just him, I’ve observed this in many iconic legends. They seem untouched by material desires, living so completely in their own being and their purpose. Dilip Sahib embodied this rare quality, a man so enriched by the intangible, so unaffected by worldly possessions. He inhabited a world of his own creation, where every action and every word carried meaning and purpose. As for me, I was blessed beyond measure to witness the man behind the legend. The world may revere him as its Kohinoor, but to me, he was simply the man who made the ordinary extraordinary. Happy Birthday, Yousuf Jaan!"
11 December,2024 01:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSaira Banu was recently diagnosed with pneumonia. The veteran actress is now fine and is completely focused on recovery. She also had blood clots in her calves. She spoke about her health and said that it has significantly improved and that she has been working on making herself fit. Sharing an update on her well-being after the recent health scare, Saira Banu told India Today, "I have improved a lot. The clots have dissolved. I have to get myself fitter and into physiotherapy. I am recuperating very well, and I am fine now." The actor faced several health challenges, including limited mobility earlier this year. However, her team confirmed, “She is fine now. All the above-mentioned things have happened before, but now she is much better.” Saira Banu has been facing repeated health issues after the passing of her husband and legendary actor Dilip Kumar in 2021. The veteran actress has been dealing with weak health ever since. When Saira Banu recalled wedding day from hospital bed Recently, when she was hospitalised she took to her Instagram handle to reminisce her moments with Dilip Kumar whom she calls Sahib lovingly. “A nostalgic reminiscence from the hospital bed of my dream wedding 58 years ago.“ ‘Do Sitaron Ka Zameen Par Hai Milan Aaj Ki Raat,’ that’s what played on the radio all night on the 11th of October, our wedding anniversary... a day I wish had never ended. If someone had told me, ‘O Saira, you’ve got wings for real; you can fly,’ I would have believed them without hesitation. That’s how surreal that day felt, 58 autumns ago.” "Our wedding, as beautiful as it was, was wonderfully chaotic. It was nothing extravagant. My wedding lehenga was stitched at a local darzi’s shop, we didn’t even have time to print our wedding invitations as everything happened so quickly. And thank goodness for that! Had we had more time, my mother, Pari Chehra Naseem Banu, would have left no stone unturned it would have been a parade of designers, jewellers, and whatnot. Originally the Nikaah was supposed to happen in November, but due to certain reasons, we had to rush. Dilip Sahib, phoned my mother from calcutta and said “Aap Ek Maulwi Ko Bulwaiye aur Nikaah Padhwa Dijiye! Nevertheless, the day filled with humorous little moments." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Saira Banu Khan (@sairabanu)
11 December,2024 01:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Soha Ali Khan had spent a memorable weekend with her family including mother Sharmila Tagore, husband Kunal Kemmu, brother Saif Ali Khan and sister-in-law Kareena Kapoor Khan along with kids. Soha took to Instagram, where she shared a video of how “the weekend” she wanted, where Sharmila is seen playing with grandchildren Inaaya, Taimur and Jeh. Some moments also featured in the clip include Kunal jumping into the pool, a chat session and a peek into what their fun dinner table conversations are like. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Soha (@sakpataudi) “The weekend we all wanted,” Soha captioned the post, which had the track “Kitni Haseen Zindagi” by singer Lucky Ali in the backdrop. Soha and Kunal got engaged in July 2024 and in 2015 the duo tied the knot. In the year 2017, they became parents of their adorable daughter Inaaya Naumi Kemmu Khan. On the work front, Soha will feature in horror-thriller ‘Chhorii 2’ which is a sequel to Nushratt Bharuccha-starrer 2021 film ‘Chhorii’. It is a remake of a Marathi film titled Lapachhapi. Recently, Kareena shared a glimpse from their weekend getaway featuring her favourite couple Soha and Kunal. Kareena took to her Instagram, where she shared a picture of Soha and Kunal sitting. In the image, Soha is seen reading a book, while her husband Kunal is listening to her with full attention. The Bollywood diva captioned the image: “Favourite couple Kunal Kemmu and Soha Ali Khan.” On December 8, Kareena celebrated the birthday of her mother-in-law and veteran star Sharmila Tagore. The actress took to Instagram to wish her mother-in-law on her birthday. She shared a picture of herself with the veteran actress. In the picture, both of them can be seen in comfortable clothing. “Who’s the coolest Gangsta ever? Do i need to say? Happy birthday to my mother-in-law. Just the Best,” she wrote as the caption. 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
11 December,2024 12:10 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSHollywood calling No one saw this coming! If reports are to be believed, Dhanush has collaborated with Hollywood actor Sydney Sweeney for an upcoming international project. It is reportedly a Sony Productions film, titled Street Fighter. The online reports claim that the duo has wrapped up filming, and it is currently in post-production. While none of the parties have commented on the speculation, Dhanush and Sydney’s fans have expressed excitement over the reported collaboration. If true, the film will mark Dhanush’s third international project after The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir (2018) and the Netflix feature, The Gray Man (2022). Tigress for Tiger Punjabi actor Sonam Bajwa has been signed for producer Sajid Nadiadwala’s action-packed feature Baaghi 4 opposite Tiger Shroff. This will be the Punjabi actor’s first full-fledged film after Housefull 5, starring Akshay Kumar. Sonam had a cameo in Street Dancer 3D (2020) and Bala (2019). Tiger took to his Instagram Stories to welcome Sonam. He shared a picture of the actor and wrote, “Welcoming the new member of the Rebel Family! Thrilled to have Sonam Bajwa in the Baaghi Universe.” Filming for Baaghi 4 has begun, and Sonam is expected to join the set soon. The actioner, directed by A Harsha, will hit the screens on September 5, 2025. Ready for the paranormal It is a collaboration we love and have missed for 14 years—Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan. On Monday, the actor was on the set with his favourite director to begin the shoot of their film, Bhooth Bangla. Akshay took to his Instagram handle, to share the new poster of the film, captioning it: “Beyond excited to be on set with my favourite Priyadarshan as we begin the shoot of our horror comedy Bhooth Bangla today. Yeh darr aur hasi ka double dose aapke liye ready hoga April 2, 2026 ko! Tab tak ke liye aapke best wishes chahiye.” Paresh Rawal will also join the cast. What’s the big deal? Siddharth; (right) A still of Pushpa 2: The Rule South star Siddharth, who is known for his work in Rang De Basanti (2006) and Jigarthanda (2014), among others, does not approve of the recently released Allu Arjun-starrer Pushpa 2: The Rule. A clip from Siddharth’s recent interview has gone viral, in which the actor can be heard comparing the Allu-starrer to the roadside construction done by JCB machines. He told the Tamil YouTuber Madan Gowri, “That’s all marketing. It’s not a big deal to gather a crowd in India. You bring a JCB for construction, and crowds will gather automatically. So, it’s not a big deal getting a crowd in Bihar. They [Pushpa 2] had a song and a film, so okay. In India, there’s no connection between gathering a large crowd and quality.” Despite the quality, the film did manage to pull massive crowds to the theatres, making it India’s biggest openers. So far, Pushpa 2: The Rule has reportedly collected R880 crore worldwide. Meri Maa Salman Khan; (right) Sohail Khan with mother Salma Khan It’s known that Salman Khan dotes on mother, Salma Khan. On her 83rd birthday, Salman shared a video on Instagram of his mother dancing with his brother Sohail Khan. The Khan family celebrated her birthday at daughter Arpita Khan’s newly launched restaurant in Mumbai. He captioned the video, “Mummyyyyyy, happy birthday... Mother India, our world...” Sohail added a few more dancing videos to Instagram with the tag “Mother India.” Only the audience matters There’s no doubt that Kartik Aaryan is raking in millions, and his peers are green with envy. In his latest GQ interview, Kartik candidly spoke about the lack of support he feels from the film industry despite his recent successes, including Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Addressing the perception of his standing within Bollywood, he remarked, “I won’t get support from anyone in the industry. Everyone can sense that a large portion of them are waiting for my failure.” The actor expressed that he has no interest in earning the approval of anyone in the industry. He only wants to win over his audience. “They’re the only ones supporting me. That’s the only validation I need,” he added in the interview.
11 December,2024 11:17 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamMalaika Arora once again made headlines for her personal life. The actress who recently broke up with Arjun Kapoor was rumoured to be in a relationship with stylist Rahul Vijay. However, a source close to the actress has denied the relationship speculations. According to a report in HT City, the source clarified hat Malaika is not dating anyone presently and also revealed how Rahul Vijay and Malaika are related. "Please check your facts. She is a single and happy woman. Rahul Vijay is her son Arhaan's stylist, and therefore a friend. It ends there. This rumour is just plain ridiculous and bizarre. The relationship rumours surfaced when Vijay posted an Instagram story of Malaika enjoying AP Dhillon's Mumbai concert where she was also called on to the stage by the singer. Rahul Vijay, a fashion stylist and former fashion editor of GQ India, Harper's Bazaar India, and Elle shared pictures of Malaika from the concert. The two can be seen sharing a cozy frame. “Wait, was it a Malaika concert,” read his picture caption. Interestingly, Rahul has also styled Arjun Kapoor on several occasions. His roster of clients and collaborators includes Ahan Shetty, Athiya Shetty, and Vedang Raina, among others. Malaika Arora’s relationships Malaika and Arjun started dating in 2018. The duo, however, had never opened up much about their relationship but kept posting romantic pictures from their vacations as well as wishing each other on birthdays. After news about Malaika and Arjun’s breakup surfaced in the media, a source informed Pinkvilla, “They had a long, loving, fruitful relationship that has unfortunately run its course now. That doesn’t mean there is any bad blood between them. They respect each other hugely and have been a pillar of strength for each other. Over the years, they have given their relationship a lot of respect. They will continue to give each other the same respect despite them deciding to part ways.” Malaika was previously married to actor Arbaaz Khan. They have been co-parenting their son Arhaan since their divorce in 2017. Arbaaz, on the other hand, tied the knot with Sshura Khan in 2023.
11 December,2024 09:38 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentDays after comedian Sunil Pal was kidnapped in Delhi under the pretext of being invited to perform at an event, 'Welcome' actor Mushtaq Khan has met the same fate. The actor was allegedly invited to an event in Meerut and was kidnapped and taken to Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor. The actor's business partner Shivam Yadav recalled what the actor went through after landing in Delhi for the event. Mushtaq Khan kidnapped Mushtaq Khan was invited for an event in Meerut on November 20. The advance amount was transferred to his account and he also received flight tickets from the organisers. However, upon reaching Delhi he was asked to step into a car and was driven away to the outskirts that is said to be somewhere near Bijnor. Shivam revealed that the alleged kidnappers tortured Khan for 12 hours and also demanded a crore in ransom. They eventually took more than Rs 2 lakh from Khan and his son's account. The next morning, he managed to escape from the place and sought help from the locals and police to return home. "Mushtaq sir and his family were completely shaken over what happened with him. However, he was always sure that he would file an FIR after he composed himself. Yesterday, I went to Bijnor and filed an official FIR. We have proof of the flight ticket, the bank accounts and even CCTV footage near the airport. He also recognises the neigbhourhood, even the house where he was kept. I think the police team will surely get the culprits soon," Shivam said. Mushtaq Khan's case similar to Sunil Pal kidnapping Khan's case is eerily similar to what happened with Sunil Pal recently. The comedian had gone missing after he went to attend a show in Uttar Pradesh. It is being speculated that there is a syndicate running to harm celebrities and dupe them of money under the pretext of inviting them to events. When asked about the same, Yadav said, "We had no clue about the case. After Mushtaq sir returned, we spoke about the incident with a few of our close friends. When Sunil's case was highlighted in the media, they informed us about the same. It is shocking that two public figures from the industry had to go through a similar ordeal. We hope there is awareness and protection in the future for everyone." The actor who was last seen in the super hit film 'Stree 2' is reportedly doing fine and will be addressing the matter once he gains composure.
11 December,2024 08:47 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Saiyami Kher says taking on the role of someone in uniform in “Agni”, especially as a firefighter, has been a journey of deep respect, understanding, and responsibility for her. In “Agni”, Saiyami stepped into the role of a firefighter. With this film, Kher aims to shed light on the sacrifices made by firefighters and the intense physical and mental demands they face daily. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Rahul Dholakia, “Agni” also stars Pratik Gandhi and Divyendu Sharma. “I feel incredibly honored to portray a firefighter on screen,” Saiyami said. She added: “Taking on the role of someone in uniform, especially as a firefighter, has been a journey of deep respect, understanding, and responsibility. Firefighters put their lives on the line to protect others, often without the recognition they deserve.” The actress said that she feels ashamed how little she knew about all that the fire department does before this film. “My hope is that through this film, audiences will gain an appreciation for their sacrifices and courage, and that we can bring even a fraction of the honor they deserve to the screen.” For her role, Saiyami trained with real-life firefighters for ‘Agni’ The actress said: “As an actor with every film I have done I have gotten to learn a new skill. And I take immense pride in that. Be it horse riding for Mirzya, counting notes like a banker for choked, cricket for ghoomer and now firefighting for Agni!” She shared that preparing for this role was deeply inspiring and exciting. “Spending time with real firefighters gave me an understanding of how little I knew about firefighters in our city and what all they have to endure. The number of female firefighters also was an eye-opener. The training sessions were very exciting.” “I learned how to handle equipment, did the drills the firefighter do. Seeing the sacrifices these men and women make every day—often at great risk to themselves—was incredibly humbling. We want people witness the world of firefighters and the bravery it takes to do what they do. I wish and hope we have done justice to their commitment.” The cast also includes Sai Tamhankar, Jitendra Joshi, Udit Arora, and Kabir Shah. “Agni” premiered on Prime Video on December 6. 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
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