Bollywood star Parineeti Chopra, who is married to politician Raghav Chadha, finally announced the name of her newborn son almost a month after his arrival. The couple welcomed a baby boy on October 20, 2025, and the news was shared on social media with a note that read, “He’s finally here! Our baby boy. And we literally can’t remember life before.” Ever since then, fans have been waiting to know more, and on Tuesday, Parineeti and Raghav gave them just the perfect surprise.

The couple shared their first official look at their baby, a serene and intimate picture of the newborn. The name was revealed with a joint caption accompanying his photo: “Jalasya rūpam, premasya svarūpam — tatra eva Neer.” Our hearts found peace in an eternal drop of life. We named him Neer – pure, divine, limitless.” The meaningful name and the poetic sentiment behind it immediately appealed to the fans.

Soon, the post was flooded with warm reactions from friends and celebrities. Gauahar Khan sent across her love as she typed, “Congratulations ,” while Bharti Singh’s note was full of emojis speaking volumes about the joy and blessings coming her way. Admirers across social media praised the name Neer, calling it “beautiful,” “spiritual,” and “perfect.”

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Fans have closely followed Parineeti and Raghav’s story. In May 2023, Parineeti and Raghav got engaged at Kapurthala House, New Delhi, in an intimate gathering of only family and closest friends. Later that year, in September, the two married at The Leela Palace in Udaipur, hosting an elaborate yet intimate wedding celebration. In August 2025, the two announced their pregnancy via a cute social media post showing them holding hands, which symbolized a new chapter.

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Now, with baby Neer’s arrival, the couple stepped into parenthood, embracing all the love, blessings, and excitement from fans everywhere. Their new journey has just begun, but the world can’t get enough of little Neer already.

For months, one of the most heated discussions in the Indian film industry has revolved around work hours. The debate ignited after Deepika Padukone exited Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit, with reports suggesting she had asked for an 8-hour shift a request reportedly rooted in her responsibilities as a new mother.

While many supported the idea of more humane working hours, others questioned whether such demands were practical in big-budget filmmaking. Now, the conversation has flared up again after filmmaker Aditya Dhar revealed the long hours his team clocked for his upcoming film Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh.

At the film’s trailer launch, Dhar praised his cast and crew for their dedication during the film’s intense production phase. “Actors se leke HODs se leke, even assistant se leke spot dada tak, everybody was like ki yaar is film ke liye jaan deni hai,” he shared. “We have worked 16 hours, 18 hours continuously for one and a half years. And not even once has anybody complained ki sir aap humse zyaada kaam karwa rahe ho. Everybody has given their hundred percent. And that’s how this film happened.”

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His remarks stirred immediate reactions online, especially because Ranveer Singh — Deepika’s husband and the film’s lead actor was present on stage when Dhar made the statement. Under a viral Reddit thread, one user commented, “Her husband is standing right there on the stage and not saying a word either,” while another wrote, “Said this in front of green flag husband Ranveer who didn’t utter a word.” Someone else pointed out, “Oof man and Ranveer is the lead of the film.”

The discussion also highlighted the gender dynamics behind work-hour expectations. One netizen reflected, “Most of the cast are men who have family taking care of their kids or househelp… Deepika was in a position to demand though there was more to it, and when it backfired, everything was made about the 8-hour shift. Infants heavily depend on mothers in the first two years… nothing wrong in asking for support, but producers reacted badly.”

Aditya Dhar on Dhurandhar: We worked for 16-18 hours for this film and no Actors, HOD or spot dada complained for once!
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Meanwhile, the trailer of Dhurandhar has dominated social media, with fans praising Ranveer Singh’s intense new avatar. Deepika Padukone, too, expressed her excitement by sharing the trailer on Instagram, captioning it, “The Chameleon is back!!!”

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As the film gears up for its December 5 release, anticipation continues to grow — both for Ranveer’s performance and the conversations Dhurandhar has already sparked.

For countless Hindi film lovers, Amitabh Bachchan stands as an unrivaled cinematic legend. But for actor Jaideep Ahlawat, the superstar’s films were not just entertainment — they were woven into the very fabric of village life. Appearing on the upcoming episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati, Ahlawat shared a memory so unusual and heartfelt that even Bachchan himself appeared visibly surprised on stage.

Jaideep revealed that in his village, the arrival of a newborn child marked not only family celebrations but also a ritual screening of Bachchan’s classics — Deewar, Zanjeer, and Don. “Whenever a baby was born,” he recalled, “the festivities included playing your films. Because of this tradition, I must have seen each of those movies at least a hundred times.” The anecdote left the audience delighted, showcasing how deeply Bachchan’s performances had permeated generations.

The tradition did not end with films. Ahlawat shared that the audio cassette of Sholay served as the cultural soundtrack of his childhood. During major festivals such as Holi and Diwali, villagers gathered and listened to the complete cassette — dialogues, music, and every dramatic pause — from beginning to end. For Jaideep, Bachchan’s work was not merely cinema; it was communal celebration.

The same episode also features actors Manoj Bajpayee and Sharib Hashmi, on the show to promote The Family Man 3. Manoj, too, brought with him a cherished memory — his first encounter with Amitabh Bachchan nearly 28 years ago, during the screening of Satya. Recalling the moment with a mix of humour and awe, Manoj shared how a well-known film journalist tricked him out of his car to force a meeting he was trying desperately to avoid.

Nervous and overwhelmed, Manoj fled into a washroom and locked himself inside. When he finally stepped out, he found Abhishek Bachchan waiting to greet him. Moments later, the legend himself appeared. “Time just stopped,” Manoj said. “Amitabh sir held my hand and was talking to me, but I couldn’t hear anything. My mind went completely blank.” Summoning courage, he asked, “Sir… may I hug you?” Bachchan agreed, embracing the young actor warmly.

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Decades later, on the KBC stage, Manoj asked for — and received — another hug, turning the moment into an emotional full-circle for both actor and audience.