Entertainment Highlights Dec 2: Police Complaint Against Allu Arjun; Vikrant Massey Announces Retirement

A recent report claimed that Shalini is going to be the part of Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 18. However, it is still not clear whether as a contestant or a guest. The source said, “Shalini has a magnetic presence and commands attention wherever she goes. Her entry is sure to bring a mix of glamour, intrigue, and unpredictability to the house, shaking up the existing dynamics and intensifying the ongoing drama.”

Kashmera Shah recently reacted to the fued between Govinda and Krushna Abhishek ending on a good term. Sharing a post on her own birthday, Kashmera wrote, “Best birthday gift you gave me @krushna30 @netflix @netflix_in @kapilsharma @govinda_herono1. Biggest wish has been granted. No complains. Love you both and love my family @artisingh5 @dipakchauhan09."

Abhijeet Bhattacharya recently argued that Dua Lipa should've given credit to the singer and music composer of Woh Ladki Jo. He argued how it is one of the finest composition and said, “It is his life’s greatest song. Dua Lipa should’ve said it (given credit). She also creates songs. Anu Malik, Javed Akhtar and I created this song.”

With Indians being just two-three per cent of Australia's population, it's a matter of pride that Bollywood films like "Singham Again" and "Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3" are turning out to be blockbusters in the country, says Sydney-based filmmaker Anupam Sharma. Punjabi movies are also gaining market share in Australia, he pointed out. "We recently had 'Singham Again', 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3', all the major blockbusters. But one thing is very exciting, it's the Punjabi films. "They're touching million-dollar box office, which is unheard of. We're (Indians) just two-three per cent of the population (of Australia). And they're punching above their weight," Sharma told PTI in an interview.

Dia Mirza has expressed her support for Vikrant Massey following his announcement to retire from Bollywood. Having taken a break from acting herself in the past, Dia commended Vikrant’s decision and wished him the best for his future return to the industry. Dia Mirza commented on Vikrant’s post, “Breaks are best. you’ll be even more amazing on the other side."

The long-standing rift between superstar Govinda and his nephew Krushna Abhishek has finally been resolved. The duo recently reunited and shared a heartwarming moment as they danced together on Kapil Sharma’s comedy show, The Great Indian Kapil Show. Krushna’s wife, Kashmera Shah, who is celebrating her birthday today, expressed her joy over their reconciliation. Reacting to the viral video of their dance, Kashmera described the heartfelt moment as the most special birthday gift she could have received. She wrote, "Best birthday gift you gave me @krushna30 @netflix @netflix_in @kapilsharma @govinda_herono1. Biggest wish has been granted. No complains. Love you both and love my family @artisingh5 @dipakchauhan09."

Ananya Panday and Suhana Khan, known for their close friendship, often spend time together at luxurious vacation spots. Beyond their shared travels, they are each other’s biggest cheerleaders in their professional journeys. On Sunday night, Suhana celebrated Ananya’s recent win at the Filmfare OTT Awards in a heartwarming gesture. She shared a candid picture on her Instagram Stories, showing Ananya dressed in a black tank top, leaning on a table with the coveted Filmfare trophy proudly placed in front of her. Suhana wrote, "Best friend & best actress (pink heart with arrow emoji)."

The Oscar-winning screenwriter Marshall Brickman, whose wide-ranging career spanned some of Woody Allen's best films, the Broadway musical “Jersey Boys” and a number of Johnny Carson's most beloved sketches, has died. He was 85. Brickman died on Friday in Manhattan, his daughter Sophie Brickman told The New York Times. No cause of death was cited.

Filmmaker Vignesh Shivan has recently deactivated his X (formerly Twitter) account, but has not provided any explanation for his decision. Despite this, he remains active on Instagram. It is important to note that Vignesh, who is married to actress Nayanthara, took this step during their ongoing legal dispute with actor Dhanush.

Fans are buzzing with excitement after Ananya Panday’s recent interaction with Walker Blanco, leading many to wonder if she has confirmed their relationship. The actress, who recently won the Filmfare Critics’ Choice Best Actress award for Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, was congratulated by Walker, who shared her victory post on his Instagram Story, adding a red heart and clapping hands emoji. Ananya re-shared the story, playfully captioning it "Walkieee" with a blushing emoji. While rumors about their relationship have been circulating for some time, this exchange has left fans believing there might be more to it.

In a surprising turn of events, Vikrant Massey, known for his exceptional performances in films like The Sabarmati Report and 12th Fail, announced his retirement from acting on Monday. Sharing the news through an Instagram post, the actor left his fans and the Bollywood industry in disbelief. Renowned for his versatility and powerful roles, Massey made this unexpected announcement at the height of his successful career, sparking widespread speculation about the reasons behind his decision.

At a recent promotional event in Mumbai, Allu Arjun referred to his fan base as “Army,” a term that has sparked controversy. Srinivas Goud, the president of the Green Peace Environment and Water Harvesting Foundation, took offense to this and filed a complaint against the actor at Hyderabad's Jawahar Nagar Police Station. In a video statement, Srinivas expressed his objections to the use of the term for the actor’s fan base. He said, "We have filed a complaint against Tollywood star Allu Arjun requesting him not to use the word army for his fan base. Army is an honourable post; they’re the ones who protect our country, so you can’t call your fans that. There are many other terms he could use instead".