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Ranbir, Alia, Kajol, Jaya Bachchan pay last respects to Deb Mukerji
In a major blow to the Bollywood industry, veteran actor Deb Mukerji, father of filmmaker Ayan Mukerji, has passed away at the age of 83 due to age-related health complications. In addition to being Ayan Mukerji’s father, he was also the father-in-law of renowned filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker. Bollywood celebrities, including Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, along with her sister Shaheen Bhatt, Kajol Devgn, Jaya Bachchan, and Karan Johar, were seen at Ayan Mukerji’s residence, offering their condolences and paying their final respects to the late actor.
15 March,2025 03:26 PM IST
Jaya Bachchan slams BJP for ignoring film industry's struggling workers
Samajwadi Party's Rajya Sabha MP, Jaya Bachchan, is often known for her passionate speeches in Parliament. On the eighth day of the Budget session, she was speaking about the budget when her anger flared up, especially at the BJP MPs. She was discussing the daily wage workers in the film industry when she became upset due to interruptions from the ruling party. Jaya Bachchan highlighted that the film industry was being ignored in the budget and received no support. She pointed out that many poor workers, who depend on daily wages, are facing difficulties. Due to the lack of entertainment tax reduction, it has become harder for them to make ends meet. She urged the Finance Minister to pay attention and take action to help these workers.
13 February,2025 12:41 PM IST
Jaya Bachchan calls out Kumbh Mela’s mismanagement & contaminated water
Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan raised concerns about the Kumbh Mela, saying that the water in the river is heavily contaminated right now. She mentioned that the bodies of people who died in the stampede were thrown into the river, causing further pollution. Jaya Bachchan also pointed out that the real issues are not being addressed, as the common people visiting the Kumbh are not receiving proper treatment or facilities. She criticized the lack of proper arrangements for visitors and highlighted that the claim of crores of people attending the event is unrealistic, questioning how such a huge crowd can gather at one time. She emphasized that these issues need attention.
03 February,2025 03:28 PM IST
VP Dhankhar angrily adjourns session due to the unruly behavior of opposition
Amidst ongoing sloganeering by Opposition MPs in the Rajya Sabha, Chairman and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar expressed his frustration. He said, “This chamber is more than just a place for debate. Constant parliamentary disruption weakens our democracy.” His remarks came after repeated interruptions from the Opposition, which were disrupting the smooth functioning of the House. The Speaker’s patience wore thin as the session continued to be disrupted, and in response to the chaos, he angrily adjourned the House midway. Dhankhar’s decision to end the proceedings was a direct reaction to the Opposition's behavior, which he believed was harming the democratic process and the integrity of parliamentary discussions.
28 November,2024 02:59 PM IST
Rupali Ganguly, Jaya Bachchan, & Bipasha Basu at North Bombay Sarbojanin Pandal
Jaya Bachchan and Rani Mukerji met at the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Pandal, which is managed by Kajol, Rani, and their families. The cousins welcome the Durga idol annually and host their family and friends at the pandal. Many celebrities visit the pandal each year. Today, on the occasion of Dussehra, several celebs visited the pandal to seek blessings. Bipasha Basu, Sumona Chakravarti, Ishita Dutta, Vatsal Seth, Tanisha Mukerji, Sharvari Wagh, Rhea Chakraborty, Rupali Ganguly, and Vaibhavi Merchant were among the stars snapped at the North Bombay Durga Puja Pandal. Watch the full video to know more.
12 October,2024 07:07 PM IST
VP Jagdeep Dhankhar, Jaya Bachchan engage in a heated exchange
Opposition parties staged a walkout from the Rajya Sabha on August 09 after a bitter war of words between Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan and Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar. Jaya Bachchan confronted VP Dhankhar over tone, and then Rajya Sabha Chairman swiftly reminds her— "You may be a celebrity, but decorum must be maintained."
09 August,2024 07:01 PM IST
"Naam Badal Dijiye.." Hilarious banter between Jaya & Dhankar over surname
On August 5, a light scuffle occurred between Jaya Bachchan and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar over a dispute about her surname. Dhankhar suggested that Bachchan could change her name through a formal process. 'Naam Badala Lijiye..", these were his words which infuriated Jaya Bachchan. In response, Bachchan dismissed the issue as a recent “drama,” indicating she believes the matter has been unnecessarily blown out of proportion. The disagreement highlights ongoing tensions regarding her surname and the procedural aspects associated with it. This incident underscores the complexities sometimes involved in formal legislative processes and personal identity matters.
05 August,2024 02:59 PM IST
Parveen Babi was original choice for 'Silsila', reveals Ranjeet
Silsila, a cult classic in the Indian film industry, rules the hearts of movie enthusiasts even decades after its release. The film featured luminaries like Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Rekha, Shashi Kapoor, and Sanjeev Kapoor in prominent roles. However, not many know that Parveen Babi was the first choice for the character. She was later replaced by Jaya Bachchan in the film. Veteran actor Ranjeet recently revealed how Parveen reacted to the news of getting replaced in the film
04 April,2024 11:53 AM IST
ISPL: Saif Opens Up on His Connection With Kolkata, Abhishek Shares Excitement
During a press conference, Saif Ali Khan said, "I am excited about this. It is a great way to correct the technique from bottom to top. My father used to say that learning to catch a tennis ball is the right way, because when "Until you learn how to catch this ball properly, the ball will bounce out of your hand. It all starts with a tennis ball. Saif Ali Khan mentioned that he has a strong connection to Calcutta because his mother and half of his family are from there, and the other half are involved in cricket. He feels like part of the team and believes he's a suitable brand ambassador for IPL. He's looking forward to supporting his team in their first match on March 6. Abhishek Bachchan shared his excitement about the tournament, stating they got the team they wanted. He believes the successful auction is a positive start for ISPL and a good sign for the future.
26 February,2024 06:32 PM IST | Mumbai
Jaya Bachchan loses cool in Rajya Sabha
A heated exchange was witnessed in Rajya Sabha on February 05. Samajwadi Party MP and actor Jaya Bachchan lost her calm and said to Chairman Dhankhar, “We’re not school children.” A question was skipped during the Question Hour in the Upper House and Congress MP Deepender Hooda protested against it. That is when Jaya Bachchan raised her voice and questioned why the question was skipped.
06 February,2024 12:04 PM IST