May 2024
Former TMKOC star Gurucharan Singh RETURNS home, had “left worldly life”
Former Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actor Gurucharan Singh has returned home after being missing for almost a month. Gurucharan, known for his portrayal of Sodhi, had been missing since April 22, prompting concern among fans and family members.
According to an India Today report citing the Delhi Police, Singh was found to be on a religious journey. During his time away, he visited several gurudwaras in cities, including Amritsar and Ludhiana. The actor explained to the police that he had left his worldly life to embark on a spiritual quest but he later felt that he should return home. His family had filed a missing persons’ report after he failed to return to his parents’ home in Delhi, where he was visiting from Mumbai.
The investigation revealed that Singh is a follower of a meditation sect and had even expressed interest in traveling to the Himalayas for further meditation. His sudden disappearance had led the Delhi Police to file a kidnapping case, but it was later determined that his absence was voluntary and religiously motivated.
Financial records showed that Singh was a frequent user of credit cards and managed multiple bank accounts. He had reportedly withdrawn Rs 14,000 from an ATM during his absence and used credit cards to juggle balances between accounts. Singh’s father, Hargit Singh, expressed surprise at his son’s financial situation, stating that he was unaware of any financial difficulties his son might have been facing.
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Producer Ritesh Sidhwani’s mother Leelu Sidhwani passes away
The entertainment industry is in mourning following the passing away of Leelu Sidhwani, mother of renowned film producer Ritesh Sidhwani. Mrs. Sidhwani passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024. A statement released by Ritesh Sidhwani’s team reads, “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing away of Mrs. Leelu Sidhwani on May 17 2024.”
Reportedly, Ritesh Sidhwani’s mother was taken to P.D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre in Mumbai as she was seriously ill. Celebrities such as Malaika Arora, Amrita Arora, Javed Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, Shibani Dandekar, Zoya Akhtar, Sharman Joshi, Chunky Pandey, and others paid a visit.
Funeral Arrangements
Prayers for Mrs. Leelu Sidhwani will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 3:15 pm at Quantum Park, RG Level, Union Park, Khar West. The cremation ceremony will follow at 4:30 pm at Santacruz Hindu Crematorium,
Ritesh Sidhwani, co-founder of Excel Entertainment production house alongside Farhan Akhtar, has produced numerous successful films. News of Mrs. Sidhwani’s passing has garnered condolences from across the Indian film industry.
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Bhumi Pednekar to lead water bowl initiative to aid Mumbai’s animals and birds during summer
Bhumi Pednekar is embarking on a new noble project to provide relief to animals from the sweltering summer heat! She is concerned about how birds and animals are finding it difficult to cope with the ongoing summer and how often they struggle to gain access to water and suffer from heatstroke, dehydration, and fever, often causing extensive damage to brain cells and vital organs, leading to seizures, comas, and even death.
Through The Bhumi Foundation, Bhumi plans on installing scores of water bowls in Mumbai to aid animals in need. These bowls will serve as essential sources of hydration for birds and animals struggling to find water and can also be a place where they can cool off too!
Bhumi says, “While we can voice our discomfort during the heat, innocent creatures suffer in silence. I feel it’s important that we understand their plight and take care of the animals and birds around us. Regular access to clean water prevents dehydration, reducing the risk of strokes and other health issues. This simple provision supports their well-being in challenging environments.”
Through this initiative she wishes to urge everyone to add water bowls in their societies or neighbourhoods. Bhumi adds, “It is important that each one of us take responsibility for providing aid to the birds and strays in our areas. If cumulatively we all add water bowls in our societies and neighbourhoods – it will go a long way to help them. It can be a simple DIY container outside your balcony or society gate for birds and animals to get access to them.”
Bhumi, along with her team and some volunteers, will be placing water bowls in her area and will organise volunteers to do so across the city.
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Illegal season 3 trailer out; Neha Sharma-Akshay Oberoi starrer to start streaming from May 29
After the resounding success and overwhelming popularity of its initial two seasons, Illegal, India’s beloved courtroom drama, has today unveiled the trailer for its highly anticipated third season. Coming soon on JioCinema, the show boasts a stellar cast including Neha Sharma, Akshay Oberoi, Piyush Mishra, and Satydeep Mishra, portraying pivotal roles intricately woven into the fabric of legal conflicts and personal lives. This season further elevates its narrative with the inclusion of acclaimed talents such as Neil Bhoopalam, Zayn Marie Khan, Asheema Vardaan, Ira Dubey, and Anshuman Malhotra, promising viewers an enthralling continuation of the series’ compelling saga.
In this exciting new season of the series, the Mad lawyer Niharika Singh, portrayed by the talented Neha Sharma, embarks on a gripping journey fuelled by ambition to become Delhi’s top lawyer, forsaking her once cherished ideals. Throughout the series, we have witnessed her idealistic conflict with Janardhan Jaitely (played by Piyush Mishra), now the CM of Delhi. However, in this latest instalment, we witness her descent into the shadows, transforming into her own nemesis.
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Viewers will be captivated as they witness Akshay’s shocking discovery of his father, Janardhan Jaitley’s, involvement in the murder of his mother, igniting a fierce battle between father and son. Meanwhile, Niharika and Akshay embark on a compelling journey of rediscovery, navigating the complexities of their relationship to find common ground amidst turmoil. As Niharika dives deeper into her pursuit of power through high-profile cases, viewers will be drawn into her world of ambition, where moral boundaries blur, self-interest prevails, and her conscience teeters on the edge of uncertainty.
Piyush Mishra who plays the role of Janardhan Jaitley shared his excitement on the trailer launch, “Every role you play, helps you grow as an actor as well as a human being. My role as JJ in Illegal is also the same. Each step in this role has been a revelation, uncovering layers of my character. The script has been so intriguing, that it has demanded the best out of all the actors and the third season is no exception. I have always been attracted to characters with multiple layers and JJ is one such role.”
Stay tuned for an intense battle that will blur the lines between legal and illegal in the third season of Illegal, coming soon, exclusively on JioCinema.
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Soni Razdan reveals getting fraudulent calls from fake Delhi customs officials: “It’s very easy to get confused”
Veteran actress Soni Razdan, mother of Bollywood star Alia Bhatt, has issued a public warning about a scam she recently encountered. The actress took to social media to alert people about a “huge scam” involving individuals posing as Delhi Customs officials. According to Razdan, these imposters claim the victim has ordered illegal drugs and demand a hefty sum to resolve the matter.
In a detailed Instagram post, Soni Razdan described how these scammers operate. They first intimidate the victims by accusing them of purchasing illegal substances. Under the pretence of settling the issue discreetly, they then demand money, promising to handle the problem.
“There is a huge scam going around everyone,” Razdan wrote. “Someone calls up pretending to be from Delhi Customs and says you have ordered some illegal drugs. Or they say they are from the police. Then they try to get your Aadhar card number from you.”
Razdan shared her own experience, noting that she received a similar call. When the imposters asked for her Aadhaar card details, she became suspicious and refused to provide the information. They quickly hung up and did not call back, confirming her doubts about the legitimacy of the call.
“But it’s scary,” she remarked. “Save any numbers that you get calls from and go to the police. I know of 3 people in the last few weeks who have gotten these calls.”
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MTV’s Splitsvilla X5 ‘Siwicka’ breakup rocks social media! Prince Narula steps in for a dramatic intervention!
The MTV-verse never disappoints! Who knew that Siwet and Anicka’s breakup and heated exchanges between the boys would lead to an intervention by none other than MTV Roadies Gang Leader, Prince Narula himself! The ongoing tension between Digvijay, Lakhshay, Siwet and Addy, unexpectedly became the bridge between the drama from MTV Roadies – Karm ya Kaand MTV Splitsvilla X5: ExSqueeze Me Please. has fans completely hooked!
Siwet and Anicka’s once-envied romance crumbles, sending shockwaves through the Splitsvilla universe. Siwet Tomar blindsided everyone with his recent Instagram announcement about breakup with Anicka, leaving her entirely in the dark. Taking things a step further, he shut down communication channels and blocked Anicka across all platforms. It wasn’t until later, during a live session, that Siwet decided to share his side of the story, leaving everyone wondering.
Is this truly the final chapter for Siwicka?
But the drama didn’t stop there! Rumors are swirling that even after the show, the Splitsvillains haven’t made peace with their old rivalries. Siwet was accused of dragging another girl into the conflict, triggering Lakshay and Digvijay, as well as causing a rift between Anicka and Siwet. The situation escalated when Anicka went live to defend her ex while Siwet was in a no-network zone. In a moment of frustration, Siwet took to Instagram, announcing that he had stayed silent for too long and was no longer with Anicka.
The fight worsened leading to harsh comments exchanged among the Splitsvillains, many of whom were also part of Roadies.
This prompted Prince Narula, the gang leader of MTV Roadies: Karm ya Kaand, to step in and join their live video. Prince, a quintessential Roadies who also debuted as a Gang Leader in the latest season of MTV Roadies, addressed the former Roadies and current Splitsvillains, urging them to resolve their differences and preserve the brotherhood. He reminded them that life beyond the show is also significant and highlighted the need to set a positive example for their young audience.
As a mentor, he sternly said, “Agar iske baad mujhe koi bhi ladte hua dikha toh mein ghar pe aake sabko maarunga. Koi nahi ladega abhi, positivity felao. Humara show logo ko inspire karne ke liye hota hai.”
Even after Prince’s golden words of wisdom, Siwet and Lakshay still fought with each other. Lakshay even taunted Siwet that he had forgotten what Prince had told him.
Will Siwet follow Prince’s wise words or will he disregard it and proceed with the verbal spat against Lakshay?
Tune into MTV Splitsvilla X5: ExSqueeze Me Please to watch the drama unfold only on MTV and simultaneously on JioCinema at 7pm!
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