Author: Ankita Singh

Mumbai: As the Bigg Boss 19 “Gharwaloon Ki Sarkaar” prepares to dissolve tonight, millions of votes are being tallied in what analysts are calling the most unpredictable finale in recent history. While five finalists remain, data from voting trends, betting odds, and social media sentiment suggests a fierce three-way battle for the throne between Gaurav Khanna, Amaal Mallik, and Farrhana Bhatt.​

Here is a detailed breakdown of who stands where, based on the latest intel.

The Frontrunner: Gaurav Khanna

Status: The “People’s Choice”
Analysis: Television heartthrob Gaurav Khanna (famed for Anupamaa) has consistently led major voting polls, including the Times of India Instagram poll where he secured a staggering 52% of the vote. His journey has been defined by dignity and consistency, earning him the “Ticket to Finale” first. AI models, including ChatGPT and Google Gemini, have also predicted him as the likely winner, citing his massive pre-existing fanbase and calm gameplay.​
Fan Sentiment: His fans, often trending under #GauravForWin, view him as the “deserving winner” who played without resorting to cheap tactics.

The Dark Horse: Amaal Mallik

Status: The “Underdog turned Power Player”
Analysis: Despite starting slower, music composer Amaal Mallik has seen a massive surge in support. A poll by SCREEN placed him as the winner with 42.6% of the vote, beating out Gaurav. Tarot predictions also favor him, with the “9 of Cups” card suggesting an emotionally satisfying victory driven by public connection. His candid nature and vulnerability have resonated deeply, and he has received significant backing from industry heavyweights, including Shehnaaz Gill.​
Fan Sentiment: The “Amaalians” army has mobilized effectively on X (formerly Twitter), arguing that his journey from a celebrity composer to a raw, real contestant makes him the true winner.​

The Wildcard Threat: Farrhana Bhatt

Status: The “Momentum Shifter”
Analysis: If there is a shock result tonight, it will likely be Farrhana Bhatt. Known as the “hothead” of the season, she peaked at the right time by shifting alliances and standing her ground. Some fan theories suggest she might win because other finalists have already “won” something else (e.g., Gaurav winning a car, Tanya getting a TV show offer), leaving the trophy for her. Netizens have pointed out that “Wiki” briefly removed Gaurav’s winner tag, fueling speculation of a Farrhana upset.​
Fan Sentiment: Her supporters argue she provided the most content and entertainment, embodying the chaotic spirit of Bigg Boss.

The Bottom Line

While Pranit More and Tanya Mittal have fought valiantly, most trends place them in the danger zone for early eviction tonight. The real battle for the ₹50 Lakh prize is a clash of titans: Gaurav’s TV dominance versus Amaal’s musical cult following versus Farrhana’s raw reality TV appeal.​

Verdict: Statistical models favor Gaurav Khanna, but momentum and “Sarkaar” twists could easily hand the crown to Amaal Mallik.

The Grand Finale airs tonight at 9:00 PM on JioCinema and 10:30 PM on Colors TV.

Hollywood legend Al Pacino was spotted wearing a wedding ring during a recent outing, igniting speculation about his marital status. However, sources confirm that the 85-year-old actor is not married.

Ring Appearance at Event

Pacino was seen with the ring while attending an event for Leonardo DiCaprio’s ‘One Battle After Another’ this week. A representative for the star clarified to ‘People’ magazine, “Al Pacino is not married.”

The actor drew attention to the ring at the Los Angeles gathering, where he posed for photos alongside DiCaprio, Teyana Taylor, and others. In one snapshot with DiCaprio, the veteran actor smiled while wrapping his arms around his co-star. In another photo with Taylor, he held a drink, once again showcasing the gold band on his finger.

High-Profile Relationships

Throughout his life, Al Pacino has been involved in several notable relationships, including those with Beverly D’Angelo, Tuesday Weld, Jill Clayburgh, and the late Diane Keaton. Recently, he was linked to Noor Alfallah, with whom he shares a son, Roman Pacino, born in June 2023. Pacino’s representative previously stated, “Al and Noor are very good friends, have been for years, and are co-parents to their son Roman.”

In addition to Roman, Pacino has three adult children: daughter Julia, from his relationship with acting coach Jan Tarrant, and twins Anton and Olivia, whom he shares with D’Angelo, who is 74 years old.

Reflecting on marriage in a 2015 interview with the Boston Herald, Pacino mentioned, “Of course, it’s possible (I’ll get married). It seems beside the point, though. I have no idea, but I never say never.”

Pacino tends to keep his relationships private and has described himself as “shy,” a sentiment he shared in a conversation with Larry King.

The late actor Shammi Kapoor had a special love for Dahi Puri, one of Mumbai’s popular street foods. Recently, Jatin Prithviraj Kapoor, Prithviraj Kapoor’s grandson, shared a nostalgic video on Instagram reflecting on his cherished moments of indulging in Pani Puri whenever his uncle, Shammi Kapoor, visited their flat in the Matunga area.

Fond Memories of Pani Puri

In the video, Jatin narrated, “Shri Prithviraj Kapoor Sahib’s lane in Matunga, where he used to live, had a Pani Puri wala. Let me tell you the story of Shammi Kapoor today. Shammi uncle, whenever he came to Matunga, we all had a great time. The Pani Puri vendor would come upstairs to our flat, carrying his puri container, setting up his entire cart outside our door and start selling his Pani Puri. One plate after another would come, and we didn’t even have to pay. The vendor’s plates usually had 5 or 6 puris, but Shammi uncle’s plate had about 20 puris. Everyone else had the same amount, and we would eat two plates each!”

A True Food Lover

Jatin continued to express Shammi Kapoor’s love for Pani Puri and Dahi Puri. He described his uncle as not just stylish but also grounded, cherishing simple pleasures like these delicacies.

“He used to put a lot of yogurt in his Dahi Puri. Their specialty was that we didn’t eat the same as he did, as our plates were prepared differently. There would be chutney, including tamarind chutney, along with moong and potato, topped with chura. One special touch was the red chili powder sprinkled on top, making Shammi uncle’s plates stand out in a vibrant red,” he reminisced.

Endless Enjoyment

Jatin fondly recalled that they would indulge so much in these treats that the mention of Pani Puri wouldn’t come up for a week or ten days. Once Shammi Kapoor left, they would go back to the Pani Puri vendor, asking, ‘Give us some Dahi Puri too.’ The vendor would ask, “Shall I make the Shammi Sahab plate?” to which they replied, “No, we only have two rupees, just make our plate with five puris.” Even if the plate got smaller over time, the love, taste, and enjoyment remained just as vibrant as ever.

Hollywood actor Adrien Brody has shared his insights on the ongoing debate surrounding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the film industry. He firmly believes that AI will never “replace emotion,” as reported by Female First UK.

The 52-year-old star, who won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in last year’s film The Brutalist, acknowledged that while the movie faced criticism for incorporating AI technology, it cannot replicate the authenticity of an emotional performance.

Adrien on the Future of Filmmaking

Speaking at the Red Sea Film Festival in Saudi Arabia, Adrien stated, “There are new tools that are now available that will definitely enhance all our abilities to do great work, but there is nothing to replace emotion.” He emphasized the importance of cherishing the creative process in filmmaking, noting, “Even if you can fabricate it or whatever, we really should always cherish and support the creative process and the beauty of filmmaking.”

He elaborated, “That’s not to say that an evolution of that which is inevitable is bad. We have choices in what we choose as individuals to agree to ingest.”

On the Challenges of Filming

According to Female First UK, Brody described the experience of shooting The Brutalist over a demanding 23-day period. Despite the stress, he refused to “hold back” in his portrayal of architect Laszlo Toth. He mentioned, “There is no way to say, ‘I’m going to hold back today.’ The way I hold back is, I have no personal life when I’m filming. In as much as I love the people I work with, I don’t hang out with my actors or crew when I have heavy lifting or emotional work.”

Adrien continued, “I have my own techniques to have the space to give it when needed. You have to hope you’re able to. It’s not a science, you’re not a machine. Some days you’re not gonna be the best, and you have to find ways of being able to snap yourself out of whatever the personal distractions are.”

He added, “Whatever you are, you have to deliver work. That is the responsibility of the actor.”

A Passion for Acting

As a two-time Best Actor Oscar winner, having also won for his role in The Pianist, Adrien insists that his passion for acting remains unwavering despite the accolades.

Hollywood star Sydney Sweeney has recently faced some controversy related to her appearance for a clothing line, but she also has valuable advice for aspiring actors aiming for success in the industry.

Advice for Aspiring Actors

Sweeney believes her insights could be beneficial for young talents hoping to make it big in Hollywood. She shared with ‘People’ magazine, “Honestly, do it as long as you love it. You gotta love it a lot, because it’s really hard, and you’re going to be told ‘no’ more than you’re gonna be told ‘yes’.”

She added, “You have to deal with rejection, and it’s a lot. So if you love it to your core, then none of that matters because you’re getting to do what you love.”

A Look at Her Career

Sweeney’s journey in acting began in 2009. She took on minor roles in well-known television series such as ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ and ‘Pretty Little Liars’, gradually carving a niche for herself in the late 2010s. Notable roles that contributed to her rising fame include performances in ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’, ‘Sharp Objects’, and ‘Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood’. She gained significant recognition for her portrayal of Cassie Howard in the hit series ‘Euphoria’.

Currently, Sweeney appears in ‘The White Lotus’, and her upcoming projects include ‘Immaculate’, ‘Anyone but You’, ‘Madame Web’, and ‘Christy’. She also holds production credits for several projects, including ‘The Housemaid’. In her latest role, adapted from Freida McFadden’s 2022 psychological thriller, she portrays a struggling young woman who eagerly takes a job as a housemaid for a wealthy couple, played by Amanda Seyfried and Brandon Sklenar.

Auditioning Experience

Sweeney shared that one aspect of the journey toward success that stands out as a favorite is auditioning. She remarked, “I loved auditioning, because I was getting to try out all these different characters.”

Upcoming Release

‘The Housemaid’ is set to hit theaters on December 19, 2025.

Hollywood actor Michael B. Jordan recently shared his favourite pop culture vampire while attending the Gotham Awards in New York City.

A Nostalgic Choice

Jordan picked Eddie Murphy’s character from the 1995 vampire horror comedy Vampire in Brooklyn, which flew into theaters in the mid-1990s. The film has a memorable trailer line: “The world’s last vampire is about to encounter something infinitely more terrifying than himself, Brooklyn,” delivered by the narrator.

In Vampire in Brooklyn, Murphy, now 64, stars as the undead vampire, who seeks to turn Angela Bassett’s Detective Rita Veder into his eternal lover.

Jordan’s New Role

Thirty years after Murphy’s iconic portrayal, Jordan is adding to the vampire genre with his film Sinners, which is currently vying for Oscar consideration. In Sinners, the 38-year-old actor portrays twins Elijah ‘Smoke’ Moore and Elias ‘Stack’ Moore as they defend their hometown from invading vampires. The story, set in the 1930s, sees one of the twins ultimately succumbing to a vampire bite, transforming into a vampire himself.

Sinners is available for streaming on Max and can be purchased on Prime Video, Fandango At Home, and Apple TV.

From Actor to Director

Michael B. Jordan first gained recognition for his role in Fruitvale Station, later achieving global fame as Adonis Creed in the Creed franchise and Erik Killmonger in Marvel’s Black Panther. He is known for his intense, athletic performances and his collaborations with director Ryan Coogler.

In addition to acting, Jordan made his directorial debut with Creed III and has been involved in producing projects through his company, Outlier Society, which champions inclusive storytelling and promotes diversity initiatives within the industry.

Actor Riteish Deshmukh shared a heartfelt birthday message for his mother-in-law, whom he affectionately refers to as the “heart of the family.”

Posting a black and white family photo that included his wife Genelia Deshmukh’s mother and other family members, Riteish expressed his love on Instagram, saying, “Dearest Mum, Happy Birthday! 🎉 You really are the heart of our family – the one who held us all together through everything.”

He highlighted his mother-in-law’s dedication to her family, stating how she has poured her love and effort into raising two wonderful children. Riteish shared, “You have tirelessly worked hard for the family, raised two amazing kids who’ve done you so proud, and now your grandkids light up the second they see you. Pops still looks at you like you’re his whole world, and honestly, you inspire me every single day with your quiet strength and endless love.”

He concluded his touching message with, “Today’s all about you. Hope you feel even half as loved as you make us feel – because we love you to bits. Happy Birthday from all of us! 😊”

Genelia also took a moment to express her love for her mother on her special day with a heartfelt message of her own. In her social media post, she wrote, “My Dearest Mumma, Look at you – just seem to be getting even more fabulous every year…And I truly hope it’s in the genes – for my sake atleast… Thank you for being life – life of our family, life of every party, life of even your grandchildren’s party.”

She added, “And one thing’s for sure, I could never do life without you…I Love you Mumma – I may not say it enough but I totally and completely mean it…Happy Birthday Mumma…Have a fabulous day.”

Riteish and Genelia tied the knot in both Hindu and Christian ceremonies on February 3, 2012. They are proud parents to two boys, Riaan and Rahyl.

Actress Krithi Shetty, who stars as a Gypsy spirit reader in director Nalan Kumarasamy’s upcoming Tamil film Vaa Vaathiyaar, alongside actor Karthi, has revealed a fascinating experience she had just a day before shooting began.

Krithi’s Exciting Role

In an exclusive interview, Krithi shared, “I play a Gypsy spirit reader in Nalan sir’s film. I am like a medium, basically.”

A Touch of the Supernatural

When asked if the film involves supernatural elements, she said, “It has a little bit. I mean, this character brings that mystical vibe to the whole film itself. It’s very strange, but at the same time, it’s exciting to portray a character like this because I haven’t seen much of it in Indian cinema myself.”

Belief in Spirits

Regarding her belief in spirits and supernatural experiences, she stated, “I definitely believe in spirits. Because I am Tulu. We pray to our ancestors and believe that they are always around us, protecting us like our guardian angels.”

Krithi recounted a peculiar incident that deepened her belief in the supernatural: “Something happened to me just the night before starting the shoot for this film which made me believe in spirits even more. I witnessed a spirit in my hotel room. It was very, very strange. I am not sure if that spirit came to help me or appeared because I was in the process of becoming my character.”

An Unforgettable Experience

She described her encounter: “I didn’t see the face of the spirit, but I saw the body, I saw the figure. When we turned the light on, there was a loud sound, and my mother and I looked at each other, knowing that this was something supernatural.”

This experience significantly strengthened her conviction in her character. “In a way, I should be grateful to the spirit for enhancing my belief in my character. If you tell people that there is something called a medium and that they can talk to or see spirits, I’m sure many won’t believe you. I didn’t either before this film. But after this experience, I had no choice, and it made my conviction much stronger,” she explained.

Supporting Cast and Film Details

Vaa Vaathiyaar features an impressive cast including Sathyaraj, Rajkiran, Anand Raj, Shilpa Manjunath, Karunakaran, G M Sundar, Ramesh Thilak, P L Thenappan, Vidhya Borgia, Nivas Adthitan, and Madhur Mittal. Karthi portrays a police officer, with Karunakaran playing his subordinate.

Cinematography is by George C Williams, while Vetre Krishnan handles editing. Stunts are choreographed by Anal Arasu, and choreography by Sandy and Sharief. The film’s songs feature lyrics by Vivek, Kelithee, and Muthamil, with costumes designed by Poornima Ramaswamy, Aegan Ekambaram, and Pallavi Singh. Notably, Vaa Vaathiyaar has three co-directors: Rams Murugan, Navakanth Rajkumaar, and Sundar Venkat.

Dia Mirza has received a heartfelt gift from the esteemed actress Shabana Azmi, showcasing a beautiful yellow saree.

Sharing the moment on Instagram, Dia posted several gorgeous pictures of herself wearing the exquisite saree. Amidst nature, she expressed that donning this saree transformed her into a symbol of everything Shabana’s mother, Shaukat Azmi, represented.

In her caption, Dia included the poignant poem “Aurat,” penned by Shabana’s father, Kaifi Azmi, dedicated to his beloved wife. She wrote, “Uthh meri jaan mere saath hee chalna hain tujhe” – Aurat by Kaifi Azmi. She conveyed, “When wearing this saree, I carried with me all that Shaukat Azmi Ji represented, including this powerful poem written by Kaifi Azmi Saab for his beloved wife.”

The actress from ‘Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein’ also expressed her gratitude to Shabana for continuously enriching her life in countless ways. She added, “@azmishabana18 thank YOU for this saree (red heart, folded hands, and butterfly emojis). You have always enriched my life in ways that only you can. I will cherish and wear this saree for life.”

Dia is also a member of Shabana’s girl gang. This Diwali, they celebrated together, with notable attendees like Konkona Sen Sharma, Vidya Balan, Richa Chadha, Ali Fazal, Shahana Goswami, Divya Dutta, and Tannishtha Chatterjee, along with Shabana’s writer husband, Javed Akhtar.

Posting a cheerful group selfie from their gathering, Shabana shared, “Happy Diwali gathering of the Dher Saara Pyar gang to celebrate #Tiger Tan’s indomitable spirit and her glorious Busan award.” She added, “Urmila Matondkar and Sandhya Mridul, we missed you a lot.”

She extended her thanks to Anu for the delectable food, especially the Tender Coconut Panna Cotta, which Javed humorously nicknamed “Tenco.”