Entertainment Highlights: Prabhas’ Adipurush Writer Cried After Bashing; Ranveer 1st Appearance After Baby

As Salman Khan is gearing up for Sikandar, it is reported that Varun Dhawan's niece Anjini, who made her debut with Binny and Family, has bagged a key role in Sikandar. According to Mid-Day, Sikandar makers have been looking for a fresh face and she fits that description.

The Delhi High Court on Monday granted a last opportunity to television actress Hina Khan to advance the submissions in a defamation suit filed by her against a public relations consultancy that has accused her of stealing jewellery. The court was informed by Khan's counsel that the "Bigg Boss 11" star has been diagnosed with cancer and the lawyer has not received any further instructions in the matter. "By way of a last opportunity, the matter is adjourned to January 2, 2025, after which the suit will be dismissed in default for non-prosecution," Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora said. The court was hearing a suit filed by Khan claiming that she was defamed by PR consultancy Praxis Media, which got defamatory articles published against her in print and digital media.

Almost 9 years after 'Dilwale', Kriti Sanon and Kajol reunited for the upcoming gripping-thriller 'Do Patti'. Directed by debutante Shashanka Chaturvedi, the high-stakes thriller-drama direct-to-digital premiere on Netflix on 25th October 2024. On Monday (September 30), the makers and the OTT streaming giant took to Instagram and announced the release date of the film with a hilarious promotional video.

Urvashi Rautela, a distinguished actress highly respected in India for her remarkable contributions to the entertainment industry, has recently taken her fans on a spiritual journey through her social media. Engaging in the Char Dham Yatra with her loved ones, she displayed her deep-rooted spirituality and religious commitment. The spiritual odyssey took her to the sacred sites of Shri Badrinath Dham and Shri Kedarnath Dham, where she immersed herself in religious ceremonies and invited her followers to delve into spirituality.

Popular Television actress Nia Sharma has become the first contestant of Salman Khan-hosted Bigg Boss 18. Earlier today (Sept 30), Nia posted her first Instagram story ever since the news came out. Seems like, the actress has been flooded with calls and messages over her participation in BB18. Nia wrote on her story, "Hi there! Please don't call or text me to ask anything about the Bigg Boss thing. Mujhe maaf kardo. Mein nahi reply karugi. (Please forgive me. I won't reply) Not up for giving quotes or any interviews. Have an awesome day."

Mrunal Thakur has once again captivated audiences and critics alike, securing the award for Performance in a Leading Role - Female (Telugu) for her outstanding portrayal of Yashna in the hit film Hi Nanna at the recently concluded IIFA Utsavam. “I am deeply grateful for this recognition,” Mrunal expressed in a statement. “Playing Yashna was a truly fulfilling experience that allowed me to explore the depths of love and emotion. I owe this achievement to my incredible director, talented co-stars, and the entire team whose unwavering support made this possible. This award is not just mine; it reflects our collective hard work and dedication to storytelling. I’m excited to continue this journey and share more meaningful stories with my audience. This is my first ever IIFA award and it’s a special win to be sharing this award alongside such incredible actors like Rani ma’am who won in Hindi, Aishwarya ma’am who won in Tamil. This honour is truly made special owing to this”.

Actor Tusshar Kapoor recently shared a troubling update with his followers on Instagram, disclosing that both his personal and professional Facebook accounts had been hacked. The Golmaal actor explained that the breach was the reason for his absence on the platform. Kapoor reassured his fans that his team is diligently working to recover the accounts. He also expressed gratitude to his supporters for their patience and continued encouragement during this difficult situation. Kapoor’s message read, “Hello everyone, I wish to inform you that both my public and private Facebook accounts have been compromised, which has caused my recent inactivity on the platform. My team and I are doing our best to resolve the situation and regain control of the accounts. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time and look forward to re-engaging with you all soon. Thank you for your continued support.”

Social media influencer Adnaan Shaikh has landed in legal trouble after his sister filed a police complaint accusing him of assault. According to her allegations, Adnaan had physically abused her a few days ago. A video circulated on social media platform X shows his sister standing outside the Bangur Nagar police station in Goregaon, where she confirms that an FIR has been lodged against him. In the video, she states, "The police have finally registered my complaint, and an FIR has been filed against my brother for assaulting me."

Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty, star of films such as “Mrigayaa”, “Surakshaa”, “Disco Dancer”, and “Dance Dance”, was on Monday named recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the government’s highest recognition in the field of cinema. Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw made the announcement on X. "Mithun Da’s remarkable cinematic journey inspires generations! Honoured to announce that the Dadasaheb Phalke Selection Jury has decided to award legendary actor, Sh. Mithun Chakraborty Ji for his iconic contribution to Indian Cinema," the minister said in the post.

In the romantic comedy Vicky Aur Vidya Ka Who Wala Video, Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri appear together on screen for the first time. In a recent interview with Midday, director Raaj Shaandilyaa emphasized that the film is crafted specifically for a middle-class audience. During the chat, Raaj said, "The idea was that a huge population of our country is coy, yet children are born every second. We are living in a world where any video can go viral within seconds. So, we decided to make a film for the middle class that has a message with a lot of humour and romance. I also wanted to explore the plight of the people at whose expense we laugh. [At the same time], we wanted to explore how people from small towns facing this dilemma would feel.”

The Bigg Boss 18 makers finally announced the name of the first confirmed contestant a week before the much-hyped premiere. Last night (September 29), Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 ended with Karanveer Mehra lifting the winner's trophy. During the finale, host Rohit Shetty revealed the name of Bigg Boss 18 first contestant and she's none other than Nia Sharma.

Kris Kristofferson, the acclaimed actor and country music singer-songwriter, died at the age of 88. His death was confirmed through statement by his representative on September 28, revealing that he had passed away "peacefully" surrounded by his loved ones his residence in Maui, Hawaii. Kristofferson was celebrated not only for his musical talents, with hits like "For The Good Times" but also for his memorable roles in films, including the Blade series and the 1976 remake of "A Star Is Born."

In an interview with Shubhankar Mishra on his YouTube channel, Adipurush dialogue writer Manoj Muntashir opened up about the backlash he faced for the film's dialogues. When asked how he dealt with the criticism, Manoj shared, "I cried. As a human being, I have understood that nothing is permanent. What exists today may not be there tomorrow, but I have also learned that what is good today can turn bad tomorrow, and the day after that, it can become good again. So, I haven't stopped, I haven't bowed down, and I am working hard day and night."

A video of new father Ranveer Singh is currently making waves online, showcasing his elated mood as he engages with paparazzi outside the event. In the clip, Ranveer is seen joyfully shaking hands with the photographers and enthusiastically exclaiming, "Bab ban gaya re," celebrating the arrival of his baby girl with wife, actress Deepika Padukone. Flashing his trademark wide smile, Ranveer struck poses for the cameras while looking dapper in a sleek black three-piece suit.