Rupali Ganguly’s stepdaughter Esha Verma has reacted to the actress’ Rs. 50 crore defamation case against her, which she described as “disturbing, cruel and “displayed their true character.” Esha took to her Instagram post, where she penned a lengthy note about the “difficult decision” she made about sharing her personal story involving her father and her experiences growing up. She wrote on her Instagram stories: “This decision sparked widespread attention across social media and the public eye. Speaking up was the hardest thing I've ever done, but it also became a turning point in my life. It brought clarity, peace, and liberation from years of silence. I was mindful of how this would affect not just me but also my friends and loved ones, and I handled it with the utmost care.” She revealed that for 24 years, she felt trapped in a reality that she couldn't escape. “Sharing my experiences was my way of finding freedom and justice. My intention was never to cause harm but to shed light on experiences that shaped me. In doing so. I hoped to give a voice to others who might be facing similar struggles, especially when it comes to family dynamics. As an American citizen, I have, and have exercised, my right to speak up with honesty.” Esha wrote: “Their response to my statement was disturbing, cruel, and displayed their true character, I was not just a random individual speaking out but someone who was directly affected as a member of their family. I have no professional connection to Bollywood or the Indian entertainment industry, nor have I attended or participated in auditions or professional photoshoots in India.” She revealed that one photoshoot in Mumbai in 2017 involved comments made about her appearance by someone she referenced in her story. “Those remarks deeply affected my self-esteem as a young adult, but I've worked hard to rebuild and grow from that experience. I want to encourage everyone to embrace their unique features and celebrate the traits passed down through generations, as they make us who we are. I never involved a minor in my statements.” She added that what she shared was “factual learned of a marriage that took place on February 6th, 2013, and later discovered on August 25th of the same year that they had a child.” “Any additional interpretations published in the media were made without my input or consent. I only spoke about my own experiences and addressed two individuals directly. After posting my last statement, which focused on my personal experiences, I chose to archive it after 48 hours and deactivate certain platforms.” She said it was not out of fear but that she felt she had said all she needed to and wanted “to protect my peace and focus on the present.” “This will be my final statement in this matter. The purpose of this statement is solely to clarify any misconceptions and address uncertainties surrounding my story and the responses it has received. It is intended to instigate further hack and forth in this matter I will not be participating in any interviews, further discussions, or commentary about this situation moving forward." "My focus now is on healing, rebuilding, and embracing the next chapter of my life The past few weeks have been overwhelming, and I took a necessary step back to recharge and prioritise the well-being of myself and my loved ones.” She said that she has come to understand that family is not always defined by blood but by the love, support, and loyalty of those who truly stand by you. “I am now ready to move forward, leaving this behind with dignity and peace I want to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who has supported me during this time. Your kindness, encouragement, and understanding have been invaluable.” “This experience has been incredibly challenging, but it has reminded me of my strength and rece Fin excited to embrace this new chapter with peace, authenticity, and dignity, surrounded by those who they muter to me. Let's leave behind and focus on creating brighter, stronger futures together Thank you for being by my side Sending love, and peace to all. Esha V”.
27 November,2024 11:22 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSOn November 14, a cameraperson died on the set of Rupali Ganguly-starrer Anupamaa. Following the tragic incident, the makers promised to compensate the family of crew member, Anil Mandal (As per the statement from the production house, his name is Ajit Kumar). Anil was new on set and died as he was electrocuted while handling an equipment. The president of Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), BN Tiwari, revealed that producer Rajan Shahi has communicated that he would compensate the family Rs 10 lakh.
27 November,2024 07:19 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamTelugu superstar Mahesh Babu's sister-in-law and yesteryear actress Shilpa Shirodkar is a participant on the ongoing reality show 'Bigg Boss 18'. During the Weekend Ka Vaar episode recently, host Salman Khan mentioned the name of the Telugu superstar while having a chat with Shirodkar. The host was talking about the difference between on-screen and off-screen images when he referenced Mahesh Babu and praised him for being a simple family man. Talking about Mahesh Babu, Salman was heard saying, "Shilpa [Shirodkar], your brother-in-law Mahesh Babu, on screen he is like that. But in real life he is not like that. Woh ek screen ka jo ek posture hain, ek jo bhagne ka style hain, ek action ka hain, ek look hain! Woh ek attitude dikhta hain. But real life main toh hain nahi! Simple sa aadmi hain, family man hain (He has a posture, a way of running, doing action… he has a look. He has an attitude. But not in real life, where he is a simple person, a family man)". When Salman spoke highly of Mahesh Babu, Shirodkar was filled with pride and smiled. What Mahesh Babu and Namrata Shirodkar reacted to Shilpa's Bigg Boss participation In an interview with Times of India, Shilpa had said that her sister Namrata and brother-in-law Mahesh Babu were excited about his participation. "(Namrata and Mahesh) are very happy for me. They are very proud of me and they just know that whatever I do, I'll do it myself. I know I'm going to make them very proud. As a family, we are a very close-knit family. They are very supportive of me,” Shilpa Shirodkar said. Previously, Shilpa Shirodkar shared her reasons behind participating in Salman Khan-hosted Bigg Boss 18. “Every time I watched the show, my daughter used to say that I should go on it. The family is very happy that I am going inside the house. I was looking for work, my daughter is now 20, and my husband travels a lot for his work, so I wanted to come back to do something for myself,” the actress said in an interview with Indianexpress.com. She added, “I was trying to look for work and connect with people, but everybody kept telling me there was no work. I am taking this up because I am an actor by profession, it's my job, so what better platform than this for me?”
26 November,2024 12:40 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAyushi Khurana stepped into the role of an investigative reporter with her latest show, Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile. While she understood the nuances of portraying a journalist, her preparation was more observational than research-driven. Her director, Uttam Ahlawat, filled the gaps. “I didn’t do any research, but I did observe how reporting happens in the entertainment beat. I would observe how journalists behaved, their body language; I was always learning while watching the news. Earlier, I watched the news to increase my knowledge; now I watch it to learn more about how my character carries herself. I have learnt everything from interacting with the journalists I meet. I didn’t see political news; it was more about business-related reports. The rest was filled in by my director,” shares the actor. Ayushi Khurana As is common with TV shows, storylines tend to shift once family and romantic tracks take precedence. Khurana confirms that her character remains focused on her profession despite the demands of her domestic life. “I feel family is a priority that comes in every woman’s life. Someday, when I get married, family will become my priority too. For Reet [her character], her job is her priority, so much so that she leaves her own wedding to cover a story. Reporting is her life,” says Khurana, adding that she acknowledges the unpredictability of audience reactions and TRP reports. “You cannot say which show will work and for how long. All we can do is give it our all,” she states. Although she is relatively new to the industry with three shows to her credit, Khurana is slowly learning the craft with each project. “I take it positively. When I look back at my journey and my previous shows, I feel I am getting better with each performance. I was not a very good actor when I started off, but it’s changing now. When I see my previous shows, I feel I could have done better,” she shares.
26 November,2024 09:41 AM IST | Mumbai | Letty Mariam AbrahamThe popular show, Tenali Rama, is set to return to television screens with a thrilling twist—it will introduce a new character, Girgit, played by Sumit Kaul. Girgit is not just another antagonist; he is a complex character whose mastery of disguise, and cunning nature make him a significant challenge to the courtier, Tenali Rama. Talking about the role, Kaul shares,“Girgit is a character unlike any I’ve played before—layered, strategic, and unpredictable. He’s the kind of villain audiences will be drawn to, despite his dark nature.”
26 November,2024 07:38 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamKanwar Dhillon and Alice Kaushik have been dating each other for almost four years now, and recently their love life became a topic of discussion after the two made some contradictory statements related to their marriage plans. While Alice revealed that Kanwar proposed to her for marriage, the latter clearly denied all such claims, stating there is still five years' time until he gets settled. Now, as Alice Kaushik is out of the Bigg Boss house, the actress, who entered the controversial reality show as a Top 2 contender, cleared all misunderstandings in an interview with us at Mid-Day. Alice Kaushik on Kanwar Dhillon’s marriage comment Firstly, while addressing whether all is okay between them, Alice Kaushik shared, "There is no misunderstanding between us. Mujhe aur Kanwar ko apne relationship par bohot zyada bharosa hai and bohot zyada faith hai. The relationship that we have is very strong and, in fact, abhi 4 saal ho jayenge humein is waqt mein, so it's a very strong relationship, and it's not just that we are seeing each other or we are dating." Further, when we asked Alice about the proposal, she clarified that when Kanwar approached her, he had his mind clear that, in the end, he wanted to be with her. Talking about the same, she shared, "When Kanwar approached me, it was, 'I want to end up with you. I want to get married to you.' It was never like right now. It was more like, eventually, I want to get married to you. So that sentence got twisted, and it also got misunderstood." Alice Kaushik on why she dislike Karan Veer Mehra Alice didn't only talk about her personal life but also shed light on her Bigg Boss journey. Disappointed by her eviction, the actress had hoped that she would stay a little longer. Further, when questioned about the reason behind her strong disliking towards Karan Veer Mehra, she shared, "I dislike him so much because woh bohot hi nakli insaan hai." While talking about the incident that made her turn against Karan, she revealed that when Avinash Mishra wanted to talk to the housemates in return for giving ration, Karan Veer was busy massaging his ego, and that triggered her disliking towards Mehra. She said, "Aapka jo bhi problem hai Avinash se, clear kar lo na. Pura ration kyun rok rahe ho? Aap ye kyun bol rahe ho, 'Alice ko bulao tab mera ego feed hoga,' and wahaan se meri disliking shuru hui Karan ki taraf." While concluding the chat, she gave some hashtags to the housemates. She called Vivian the best and labeled Karan Veer the worst.
26 November,2024 07:35 AM IST | Mumbai | Shachi ChaturvediActress Dipshikkha Nagppal, who is seen in the show “Megha Barsenge”, says that mental health doesn’t discriminate and that celebrities talking about the issue can help others. “People look up to celebrities, and when they speak openly about issues like mental health, it sends a powerful message. Mental health doesn’t discriminate, no matter how successful or wealthy you are, it can affect anyone. Recognising it and taking action can truly transform your life”, she said. The actress talked about how she sought professional help during her tough times. “I sought help from my doctor, Anjali Chhabria, during some of the toughest times in my life, including my divorce. Back then, I found myself reacting very differently to my children, something I couldn’t understand. “I had always wanted kids, so I kept questioning why I was speaking to them with so much frustration and anger. My doctor explained that my reactions were tied to my emotional struggles. I was a new mother at the time, and there was no elder in my home to guide me or my children through what was happening”, she said. The actress said that therapy changed everything. “It helped me build a beautiful relationship with my children. That’s why my advice is to not wait until you’re upset or depressed to see a therapist. Even when you’re happy, therapy can help you grow and understand yourself better. It gives you a safe space to talk, where someone listens without judgment and helps you make sense of things". “When we talk to friends or family, it’s rare to find someone who truly listens without imposing their perspective. Most people don’t want to hear what they consider “drama” and often give advice based on their understanding, not your reality. That’s why seeking expert help is so important it helps you live life in a way that feels meaningful and fulfilling", she added. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
25 November,2024 08:14 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSBigg Boss 18 has reached its halfway point, and today's eviction came as a shock. Alice Kaushik, who entered the house as one of the Top 2 contestants, was eliminated. Meanwhile, Hina Khan, who is battling stage three cancer, entered the Bigg Boss 18 Weekend Ka Vaar episode and gave a reality check to everyone in the house. The "Sher Khan" of Bigg Boss history first made her entry on stage and met Salman Khan, who asked Hina about her cancer journey and how she is fighting it. The actress was seen getting emotional and teary-eyed while speaking to Salman and later to Bigg Boss about her battle with cancer. Alice Kaushik's elimination Alice Kaushik was introduced to viewers as one of the Top 2 contestants, alongside Vivian Dsena. However, as Bigg Boss stated, this season is all about 'Time Ka Tandav,' and the audience's vote decided that even after being called one of the Top 2, Alice Kaushik had to say goodbye to the housemates due to receiving the least votes. Her eviction was even more surprising when Salman Khan asked who feared their time would end today, and Alice was the only one who raised her hand. When Alice raised her hand, Salman told her not to manifest negative thoughts, as it had come true for her. Hina Khan enters the Bigg Boss house Hina Khan first met Salman Khan on stage, who introduced her as Sher Khan. As Hina met Salman on stage, he asked her, "Beat kardiya?" and that’s when Hina got emotional. She shared that she had just finished chemotherapy and was still fighting. Salman reassured Hina that she would 1000% beat the disease and come out healthy. Later, she entered the house and gave the housemates a reality check. She specifically asked Karan Veer Mehra to open his eyes, as Shilpa Shirodkar was "riding two boats" while keeping Vivian Dsena as her priority. Hina Khan’s battle against breast cancer The actress was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in June 2024 and has been fighting this battle bravely. She has been documenting her journey and openly discussing the stigma surrounding hair loss during chemotherapy. The Bigg Boss 11 runner-up shaved her head before she started losing her hair and made a wig out of it, which she confidently wears. She also shared a post about battling the loss of her eyelashes due to chemotherapy.
24 November,2024 11:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIt was once, a few years back, when Krushna Abhishek refused to be a part of The Kapil Sharma Show, where his uncle Govinda and aunt Sunita Ahuja were supposedly coming as guests. Now, years after that one decision that led to a prolonged feud, for the first time in years, Govinda and Krushna will share the same screen space on the upcoming episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show, officially putting the feud to rest. The mama-bhanja duo will be seen dancing, laughing, and hugging each other during the episode. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priyansh Tripathi (@priyanshxedits) Govinda-Krushna patch-up A promo of The Great Indian Kapil Show has been doing the rounds, featuring Govinda, Chunky Panday, and Shakti Kapoor entering as the guests. Govinda looks dashing, and this marks his first on-screen appearance after the gunshot incident. The episode promo also features Krushna and Govinda dancing together. Krushna Abhishek's sister and actress Arti Singh was also present as a guest in the episode. The mama-bhatija hugged each other, leaving Arti in tears as she witnessed this emotional moment. The clip has Krushna saying, "Bohot saal baad mile hain, ab jaane nahi dunga." In one scene, Govinda humorously calls Krushna a "Gadha." About Govinda and Krushna's feud Krushna made a joke on his show related to Govinda, which the latter found disrespectful. This marked the beginning of a seven-year-long feud. Later, Krushna's wife, Kashmera Shah, made a tweet targeting Govinda, which acted as fuel to the fire. Over the years, both parties commented about each other through the media, deepening the rift further. It was after seven years that both parties put the feud to rest when Govinda attended his niece Arti Singh's wedding. Later, after Govinda's gun-firing incident, Kashmera Shah was among the first to visit the hospital after he suffered a self-inflicted injury. About Govinda's gunshot injury "I was about to leave for a show in Kolkata. It was about 5 in the morning. Aur uss time par vo giri aur chal padi (and it just fell and went off). I was shocked by what happened, and when I looked down, I saw a fountain of blood. Then I made a video, spoke to the doctor, and got admitted," the actor had told reporters after he was discharged from the hospital.
24 November,2024 03:35 PM IST | MumbaiDuring the Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss 18, Bollywood superstar and host Salman Khan addressed his viral video from 1998. In the said video, he was in a police station in Jodhpur over the ongoing infamous blackbuck poaching case and was given the tag of being "arrogant". It was his body language and its interpretation by spectators that got him the tag. Salman Khan clarifies about viral police station video During the Weekend Ka Vaar episode, Salman recalled the moment while having a conversation with Rajat Dalal, over the contestant’s body language in the show. Talking about his old video, Salman said, "If you have seen my old clips, it might seem like, 'Look at Salman Khan, how arrogantly he is sitting at a police station'. But mera koi involvement tha hi nahi toh main vaha par jaake daru kyu? (There was no involvement of mine in that, so why should I be scared?)" The 'Dabangg' star said that now when he looks back, he realises he should have respected the uniform irrespective of his involvement in the blackbuck poaching case. "When an official or senior person arrives, you stand up and respect their badge and their uniform. Today, when I see those old clips, I don't feel good about the incident myself. Woh bachpane mein kya harkat kar gaya main (That was juvenile behaviour)," he said. "I have a style of walking, a body language, which I cannot change now, but people think that's arrogance. No, it's not." The star was then seen schooling Rajat for talking about “connections” in the outside world. "We all have bid goodbye to our past life when we were 17-18. I had gone and apologised to everyone. Bhai jitne jhagde the, chhod diya, hero bann raha hoon (We had fights, left all of that, I was becoming a hero). And everyone supported me in the journey. That is how it should be if you want to start work in this industry.” About the blackbuck poaching case Salman Khan and other actors including Saif Ali Khan, Sonali Bendre, Neelam Kothair were accused of hunting down two blackbucks in Kankani village near Jodhpur. The actors were in the city for the shooting of the film Hum Saath - Saath Hain in the late 90s. Salman has been in the limelight for the case since the past 20 years. The case has been making news again owing to the involvement of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi who has threatened to kill the superstar for allegedly hunting down blackbuck, an animal considered sacred in the Bishnoi community.
24 November,2024 11:33 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBigg Boss 18 has reached almost halfway through, and the competition is now getting intense with each passing day. Today, on the Bigg Boss 18 Weekend Ka Vaar episode, Salman Khan was seen schooling housemates, and that is when Kashish Kapoor and Digvijay Rathee got into a war of words yet again. This time, the topic was the same— their Splitsvilla grudge. It looks like neither of them is ready to let go of the fight they had, but today's episode led to shocking revelations. When Digvijay blamed Kashish for taking sympathy by crying live, she revealed that she was actually getting rape threats. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kashish Kapoor (@kashishkapoor302) Yes, you read that right. At times, people don't understand the extent to which they should not go, and more often, they cross the line. That is what happened with Kashish when the finale episode of Splitsvilla aired. After she chose money over playing the finale, taking away Digvijay's chance to play the final game, she was subjected to social media scrutiny, trolls, abuse, and, moreover, several rape threats. While explaining her side of the story for the first time on the show, Kashish Kapoor broke down in tears yet again. This was, in fact, the most interesting part of today's episode. What kept us all hooked further was the precap of tomorrow's episode. Tomorrow's episode will feature Hina Khan joining Salman Khan. Hina Khan to enter Bigg Boss house Earlier, the makers of the show dropped a promo of Hina joining Salman on Weekend Ka Vaar. The actress was seen breaking down in tears as Salman assured her that she would be 1,000% fine soon. Salman introduced Hina Khan as a real-life fighter while she talked about the tag of 'Sher Khan' that she earned during her time in the Bigg Boss 11 house. Later, Hina will be entering the house and will give Karan Veer Mehra a reality check. She will also school Shilpa Shirodkar for her double standards. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ColorsTV (@colorstv) Hina Khan’s battle against breast cancer Hina Khan was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer in June 2024 and has been fighting this battle bravely. She has been documenting her journey and openly talking about the stigma of hair loss during chemotherapy. The Bigg Boss 11 runner-up shaved her head before she started losing her hair and made a wig out of it, which she dons confidently. She also shared a post about battling the loss of her eyelashes due to chemotherapy.
23 November,2024 11:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
