March 19, 2025, was an eventful day in Bollywood, with some exciting news and intriguing revelations that had fans buzzing. From Salman Khan’s film release date to Deepika Padukone’s return to work after motherhood, here’s a recap of the major happenings from the day.
Salman Khan’s ‘Sikandar’ Release Date Announced
The wait for Salman Khan’s upcoming film Sikandar is nearly over. On March 19, 2025, the makers officially announced that the mass entertainer will hit cinemas worldwide on March 30, 2025. The exciting news was shared via a social media post which read, “See you in theatres worldwide on 30th March! #Sikandar.” Fans are now eagerly anticipating Salman Khan’s return to the big screen with this action-packed film, which is expected to be another blockbuster.
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Deepika Padukone Talks About Motherhood and Work-Life Balance
At the 2025 Forbes 30/50 Summit in Abu Dhabi, Deepika Padukone opened up about the challenges of balancing motherhood with her career. The actress, who welcomed her daughter Dua Padukone Singh earlier, shared her personal struggle with returning to work without feeling guilty. “To be able to manage my daughter and her life and get back to work without the guilt, I think that is something I’m figuring out,” she said, showing that even one of Bollywood’s top stars faces the realities of work-life balance as a new mom.
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Aamir Khan Finds Love: Vikram Bhatt’s Insight
Vikram Bhatt, who directed Aamir Khan in Ghulam, commented on the recent news of the actor finding love at the age of 60 with Bengaluru-based woman, Gauri Spratt. Speaking to ETimes, Bhatt remarked, “Well, if I can get married at 50, why can’t Aamir Khan find a partner at 60? Age is just a number. There’s no age limit for finding happiness. As life goes by, it stops being about the excitement of a relationship and sexuality.” Bhatt’s words highlight that love can come at any stage of life, proving it’s never too late for a fresh start.
Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree Verma’s Divorce to be Fast-Tracked
In a legal development, the Bombay High Court has directed the Family Court to fast-track the divorce proceedings of Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his estranged wife, Dhanashree Verma. The court has asked the Family Court to finalize the divorce by March 20, 2025. Chahal had previously agreed to pay a permanent alimony of Rs 4 crore 75 lakhs to Verma, of which he has already paid Rs 2 crore 37 lakhs and 55 thousand. The legal process is now nearing its conclusion.
Hrithik Roshan’s Struggle with Stuttering Revealed by Rakesh Roshan
In a heartwarming revelation, Hrithik Roshan’s father and filmmaker, Rakesh Roshan, shared a personal story about the actor’s early struggles with stuttering. He recalled an incident during a trip to Dubai when Hrithik wanted to say “Thank you, Dubai,” but struggled to get past the word “D.” Rakesh revealed that Hrithik was so determined to overcome this that he locked himself in the bathroom to practice the phrase. This story highlights Hrithik’s dedication and perseverance, showing how he overcame his difficulties and became one of Bollywood’s most celebrated actors.
