Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna has shared his views on the planned reboot of the superhero character Shaktimaan. Known for his direct opinions, he recently spoke about why he does not support casting Ranveer Singh in the role, even though he appreciates his acting abilities.

In an interview with Zoom, Mukesh Khanna praised Ranveer Singh’s performances in different films but explained his concerns about casting him as Shaktimaan. He said, “See why I am against this is although he is a terrific actor, has terrific energy, he can do Dhurandhar, he can do Gully Boy, he can do Khilji.” According to Khanna, the role of Shaktimaan requires more than just acting skills. He believes the character also needs a specific look and personality.

He gave an example while talking about historical roles and said, “But in Shaktimaan, you need not just the actor but also the face. Like Prithviraj Chauhan should look like Prithviraj Chauhan when he stands, which Akshay Kumar did not look like in the film. They put on a wig and whatnot. When I played a historical character, it used to take me 1.5 hours just to change costumes. I used to wear a seven inch crown.”

During the same discussion, Mukesh Khanna also mentioned that his decision is affecting him financially. He said that Sony Pictures is ready to move forward with the project, but there is a disagreement over casting. He shared, “It is my loss. I am losing crores of rupees as Sony is ready to give me crores of rupees. I said, ‘Wait, I don’t want this cast.’ They are adamant, and I am also adamant. They want a star, I don’t want a star. If I am allowed, I would conduct auditions across the country to find who will become Shaktimaan. You will get publicity and also find a boy who is good looking, simple, and kind. For me, no actor who already has an image can become Shaktimaan.”

Meanwhile, Ranveer Singh is currently seeing success with Dhurandhar The Revenge, which has performed strongly at the box office. The casting decision for the new Shaktimaan project is yet to be finalised.

Medha Shankr, who received attention for her role in 12th Fail, is preparing for the release of her next film Ginny Wedss Sunny 2. In a recent interview, she spoke about her experiences in the industry and whether she has ever faced uncomfortable situations at work. During a conversation with Siddharth Kannan, Medha shared that while she has not been directly humiliated on set, she has faced situations that made her feel uncomfortable.

She explained that at public events, some designers choose not to offer outfits to certain actors. Talking about this, she said, “At events, with designers, you know small things like ‘this designer will not give his outfit to you’, we all hear that. Of course, it doesn’t matter to me, but I do remember your names.”

She further added, “Not that I have any grudges or something, but I remember. Not that it’s personal, because you know it’s a protocol, but you do feel, ‘What just happened here?’ So definitely, there I have felt a little absurd.”

Actor Avinash Tiwary, who stars alongside her in the film, also shared his views on how the industry works. He spoke about the idea of a system that people feel they must follow. He said, “We’ve created this idea that there is a system, that this is how things work, this is the mechanism, that’s where the problem begins. Earlier, it used to be that if someone couldn’t be ‘bought,’ people respected that person. That respect has now been lost.”

He continued, “But those who stood their ground, I respect them because they survived, they carried on without ever bowing down to the system or power. I feel that no matter how much money you have, you still can’t buy me, so what is your power even for? That’s how I have understood my life.”

He also added, “Whatever games you people are playing, I’m not here because of you guys. She is also not here because of you guys. Everyone is here because of their talent, so why fear and overthink so much?”

The film Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 is scheduled to release on April 24. It also features actors like Lillete Dubey, Sudhir Pandey, Govind Namdev, Gopi Bhalla, Nayani Dixit, Vishwanath Chatterjee, and Rohit Chaudhary. The film is presented by Zee Studios and Soundrya Production, and produced by Vinod Bachchan and Umesh Kumar Bansal.

Elli AvrRam recently spoke about her experience working in different film industries in India. After spending more than a decade in the entertainment world, she shared how she sees a clear difference between Bollywood and South film industries, especially in terms of work environment.

Talking about her time on sets, Elli said that she finds South film sets calmer and more organised. She explained, “I have found it more peaceful on set in the South. In Bollywood, it’s more…” and indicated that Hindi film sets can sometimes feel rushed and chaotic. She added, “They prefer to use walkie talkies instead of shouting and screaming.”

She also spoke about some difficult experiences in Bollywood. According to her, there were times when basic needs were ignored during shoots. She said, “My experience in Bollywood has been more like, even if you are eating, but you are told your shot is ready. We don’t care if you have eaten, if you faint, but the shot is ready.” At the same time, she made it clear that this does not happen everywhere and depends on the team. She mentioned that on a recent Netflix project, the team ensured everyone was comfortable and well taken care of.

Elli also talked about how actors can be typecast in Bollywood. She explained, “Like, if you are cast in pretty girl roles, you stick to that,” pointing out that it can limit opportunities. She said this mindset often affects how actors are seen and the roles they are offered.

Speaking about her role in Malang, Elli shared that many people were surprised to see her in a serious character. She said, “When I was cast for Malang, when I was portrayed in a different way, nobody expected that I would do a role like this. I was told that filmmakers were shocked that Elli is a serious actor,”

She also recalled working with Aamir Khan in the film Koi Jaane Na and described him as “extremely down to earth”. Talking about Shah Rukh Khan, she said his film Devdas was her first introduction to Bollywood. “Devdas was the first full-fledged Bollywood film that I saw, and I made all my friends watch it. I fell in love with that film,”

Elli started her career with the reality show Bigg Boss 7 in 2013 and made her film debut with Mickey Virus. Over the years, she has worked in both Hindi and South films, building a varied career.

Akshay Kumar recently spoke about how actors were paid in earlier years of the film industry. In a conversation, he shared that there was a time when actors were not given a fixed lump sum amount for a film. Instead, they were paid based on the number of days they worked.

Talking about his own experience, Akshay Kumar said that he used to earn around 8 to 9 lakh rupees per day. He shared, “Uss time mujhe achhe khaase mil jaate thay, din ka mil jata tha 8 se 9 lakh rupee.” (Back then, I used to get a pretty good amount; I would earn around Rs 8 to Rs 9 lakh per day). He mentioned that this was during the time he worked on the film Jaani Dushman Ek Anokhi Kahani.

The film was directed by Rajkumar Kohli and was his final directorial project. It featured a large cast that included actors like Sunny Deol, Sonu Nigam, Suniel Shetty, Aftab Shivdasani, Arshad Warsi, Aditya Pancholi, Rambha, Sharad Kapoor, Manisha Koirala, and Armaan Kohli.

At present, Akshay Kumar is seen in Bhooth Bangla, which is running in theatres. The film marks his reunion with director Priyadarshan after several years.

A review of the film points out that while some jump scare moments are effective, the story becomes complicated in the second half due to the addition of time travel. It also notes that the relationship between the main characters is not strongly developed. The film uses many familiar elements of horror such as unusual sounds, dark spaces, and an old palace setting. However, it does not significantly change the usual style of horror comedy films.

Overall, the discussion about Akshay Kumar’s earlier earnings gives an idea of how payment systems in the film industry have changed over time, while his current film continues to receive mixed responses from viewers.

Randeep Hooda and his wife Lin Laishram are enjoying one of the happiest phases of their lives as they step into parenthood. The couple recently welcomed their first child, a baby girl, on March 10, and have been sharing small but special moments with their fans.

Lin Laishram took to Instagram to post a series of pictures that gave a glimpse into her life after becoming a mother. She captioned the post simply as Life lately, but the images spoke volumes. In one picture, Lin is seen holding her baby girl close while taking a soft and emotional selfie. Another image shows a partial glimpse of the newborn, carefully keeping her face hidden, which adds a sense of privacy to the post.

One of the most touching photos shows Lin entering her home after delivery, holding her baby in her arms. The moment captures a quiet and emotional return home as a new mother. There is also a sweet picture of the baby wrapped comfortably in a soft swaddle, looking peaceful and safe.

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As their daughter completed one month, the couple shared another special update. They revealed her name and also posted a few more adorable glimpses. The baby girl has been named Nyomica, a unique and meaningful name. According to the parents, the name represents divine grace, freedom, and something as limitless as the sky. The announcement was filled with love and gratitude, making it clear how much this moment means to them.

Along with the pictures, the couple also shared an audio note softly calling out their daughter’s name, which added a personal and emotional touch. In the images, Lin can be seen lovingly holding her baby, showing the deep bond already forming between mother and child.

Randeep Hooda and Lin Laishram got married on November 29, 2023, in a traditional Meitei wedding ceremony held in Imphal. The ceremony was intimate and reflected Lin’s cultural roots beautifully. In November 2025, they announced that they were expecting their first child, sharing the news on their wedding anniversary.

Their daughter was born on March 10, 2026, which also happens to be Randeep’s birthday, making the day even more special for the family. The couple is now embracing this new journey with joy while continuing to keep their personal moments simple and heartfelt.

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma once again caught public attention as they were seen together at the airport. The couple, known for their stylish appearances, made headlines not just for their look but also because this was their first public outing after a recent social media controversy involving Kohli.

In a video that is now going viral, the couple was seen walking out of the airport together. Virat kept his look simple and casual by wearing a black T shirt and blue jeans. Anushka, on the other hand, chose a comfortable yet elegant outfit. She wore a white kurta with light floral designs, paired with loose palazzo pants and a green dupatta. Their simple style and calm presence impressed fans, but what really stood out was Virat carrying Anushka’s bag, which many people online praised as a sweet gesture.

The appearance comes shortly after social media users noticed that Virat had apparently liked a photo posted by a German influencer named Lizzalazz. This small action quickly turned into a big talking point online. Many people were unsure whether the like was intentional or just a mistake. Some even joked about it, while others shared memes and funny comments.

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On social media platforms, users had different reactions. Some joked that Anushka might not be happy about it, while others suggested that Virat should use a private account to avoid such situations. A few people also believed it was just a technical issue and not something serious.

This is not the first time such a situation has happened. Last year, fans noticed a similar activity when Virat’s account showed a like on a post by actress Avneet Kaur. At that time, the cricketer quickly responded and explained that it was likely due to an app glitch while he was clearing his feed. He clearly stated that there was no intention behind it and asked people not to make unnecessary assumptions.

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma have always tried to keep their personal life private. The two met in 2013 while working on an advertisement and later got married in 2017 in a private ceremony in Italy. They are now parents to two children, their daughter Vamika and their son Akaay.

Despite online chatter, the couple appeared calm and composed, showing that they remain focused on their family and life together.

Deepika Padukone has surprised fans with joyful news as she announced that she is expecting her second child with Ranveer Singh. The announcement comes at a time when Ranveer is enjoying massive success at the box office, making this moment even more special for the couple and their fans.

Deepika shared the news on Instagram in a simple yet emotional way that quickly went viral. Instead of a grand reveal, she chose a personal touch that resonated with many people. The post included a sweet glimpse of their daughter, Dua, who was seen holding a pregnancy test. This small but meaningful detail made the announcement feel warm and real, giving fans a peek into their family life.

The couple has always kept their personal life fairly private, so moments like this carry extra importance. Deepika and Ranveer’s journey together began in 2012 when they met while working on a film. Over the years, their relationship grew stronger, and in 2018 they got married in beautiful ceremonies in Italy that blended their cultures and traditions.

In 2024, they had surprised everyone with the news of their first pregnancy. Later that year, they welcomed their daughter Dua. The couple introduced her to the world during Diwali, sharing her name and a small glimpse into their life as parents. The name Dua, which means prayer, reflects how special she is to them.

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While Deepika has been focusing on motherhood, Ranveer Singh has been reaching new heights in his career. His film Dhurandhar turned out to be a huge success and crossed impressive global earnings, becoming one of the biggest hits in recent years. Its sequel has done even better, breaking records and strengthening his position as a top star.

This new pregnancy announcement adds another layer of happiness to their lives. Fans across the world are celebrating with them and sending their love. The couple continues to balance their personal and professional lives in a way that inspires many, and this latest news has only made people more excited to see what comes next for their growing family.

Akshay Kumar is currently receiving positive responses for his recently released film Bhoot Bangla. The film marks his reunion with director Priyadarshan after almost 14 years. During recent interactions related to the film, the actor also spoke about his personal life, especially about his son Aarav.

Aarav, who is the son of Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna, often draws attention when seen in public. Many people have noticed his appearance and personality. However, Akshay Kumar shared that Aarav is not interested in joining the film industry.

In a conversation with Shubhankar Mishra, Akshay Kumar explained that his son has different career plans. He said, “We are both very alike. He is into health, and so am I. He is a tall boy and very focused. He loves working. But he doesn’t want to join films. He doesn’t have any such plan. He wants to be in fashion.”

He further spoke about Aarav’s current work and approach towards learning. Akshay mentioned, “Voh bechara aaj bhi ₹4500 ki naukri kar raha hai. Acchi baat hai, kyun nahi? (He’s still working a ₹4500 job even today. It’s a good thing, why not?) He is going to villages and learning fashion from there, different kinds of prints and everything. I don’t lecture him much, but I have told him not to harm anyone.”

Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna had Aarav in 2002. At the age of 15, he moved abroad for higher studies and is currently studying in London. When he visits India, he is often seen with his cousin Naomika Saran, who is expected to make her acting debut in a film produced by Maddock Films. The couple also has a daughter named Nitara, who was born in 2012.

Meanwhile, Bhoot Bangla also features actors like Tabu, Wamiqa Gabbi, Rajpal Yadav, and Paresh Rawal. The film opened well on its first day, and its performance is expected to improve further based on audience response.