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Actress Kritika Kamra, who will star in Anusha Rizvi’s “The Great Shamshuddin Family,” expresses her appreciation for being featured in a narrative crafted by a female writer.

Excitement Surrounding the Film

Kritika shared her enthusiasm about the film and her journey in portraying a character shaped by a female filmmaker with a unique perspective. She commented, “Being at the centre of a story written by a woman, especially someone as sharp, thoughtful and fearless as Anusha, is a privilege I deeply value.”

Authentic Storytelling

When Kritika first encountered the script for The Great Shamshuddin Family, she was captivated by the authenticity and depth of the characters. She remarked, “Women on screen are often boxed into stereotypes, but this story gives women the space to be flawed, funny, messy, vulnerable, assertive… everything at once.”

Plot Overview

Set over the course of a single day in Delhi, the narrative follows Bani as mothers, aunts, cousins, and former romantic interests gather at her apartment, each bringing their own dilemmas. As Bani navigates interfaith complexities, generational conflicts, and family expectations, she faces a pivotal choice: to pursue international career opportunities or remain with her family.

Talented Cast

The film also features renowned actors such as Farida Jalal, Shreya Dhanwanthary, Juhi Babbar Soni, and Sheeba Chadda. Kritika noted that this project is especially meaningful to her, as it allowed her to collaborate with a remarkable team of women both in front of and behind the camera.

Cherished Experiences

“Sharing screen space with legends like Farida ji and Dolly ji and performing alongside phenomenal actors like Sheeba ma’am, Juhi, and Shreya has been a learning experience I will always cherish,” she stated.

Meaningful Narrative

Kritika emphasized, “I truly believe our film has warmth, joy, and, at the same time, something deeply meaningful to say. I’m proud to be part of a narrative that celebrates complexity, womanhood, and identity in such an honest way.”

Release Information

The Great Shamshuddin Family is set to premiere on JioHotstar on 12th December.

After a gruelling three-month journey on “Bigg Boss 19,” popular television actor Gaurav Khanna lifted the winner’s trophy, a moment described by his team as an emotional culmination of “every high, every setback, every moment of strength and dignity.”

Heartfelt Message from Team Gaurav Khanna

Sharing a heartfelt note on Instagram, Team Gaurav Khanna expressed that the journey was “overwhelming in the most beautiful way,” adding that supporters often wondered, “What will GK do?”

The post stated: “The three-month journey has finally come to an end… and what an end it has been. The trophy is home. They kept asking, ‘What will GK do?’ And like we always said, GK will bring the trophy home for all of us. He did. This journey has been overwhelming in the most beautiful way.”

It continued: “We have lived every single day with Gaurav, every high, every setback, every moment of strength and dignity. And today, this win feels personal. This is a win for every person who believed, who voted, who stood by him, who made his dream theirs.”

Celebration of Togetherness

Calling it a celebration of “faith, love and togetherness,” the note concluded with: “Today, we are not just celebrating a trophy. We are celebrating faith, love, and togetherness. We are winning together. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts. Signing off with love ~Team Gaurav Khanna.”

Gaurav was declared the winner by Bollywood superstar Salman Khan in the early hours of Sunday. He was in the top five along with Amaal Mallik, Tanya Mittal, Farrhana Bhatt, and Pranit More.

In addition to the trophy, the actor received a cash prize of Rs 50 lakh, while Farrhana was named the first runner-up.

“Bigg Boss 19” premiered on August 24, 2025, featuring 16 contestants including Ashnoor Kaur, Zeishan Quadri, Awez Darbar, Nagma Mirajkar, Nehal Chudasama, Baseer Ali, Abhishek Bajaj, Natalia Janoszek, Neelam Giri, Kunickaa Sadanand, and Mridul Tiwari. The season also introduced two wild-card entries from Shehbaz Badesha and Malti Chahar.

Filmmaker Karan Johar took to social media to candidly discuss his experiences with travel anxiety. Despite the risk of being trolled, he expressed his hope that many others could relate to his feelings, which some might dismiss as a “champagne problem.”

In his latest post, the director of ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ illustrated what travel anxiety entails for him. He explained, “First I have a desperate need to reach the airport early (sometimes even before the ground staff have arrived). Then in the lounge, I check my passport and my boarding card 50 times. And once I am seated, I wait for the pilot to announce the duration of the flight, as if my life depends on it.”

Karan also noted that announcements about weather conditions greatly impact him. He shared, “If we are told it’s ‘a smooth ride’ I can breathe, but some pilots say ‘few bumps on the way.’ Then right through the duration, I wait at the edge of my seat for those expected bumps.”

During short-haul flights, he finds himself checking the map every 10 minutes. On long-haul flights, the ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’ director resorts to taking a pill and hoping to drift off to sleep, even as his subconscious mind remains aware of potential turbulence.

As part of his travel anxiety, Karan feels an overwhelming need to be excessively polite to the cabin crew, often smiling like he’s in a toothpaste advertisement.

Regarding his landing routine, KJo said, “An hour before we land, I am all ready (though not at all prepared for any circling or air traffic). Then I rush out and want to overtake every passenger like it’s a limbo race… (no particular reason at all).”

Actress Soni Razdan chimed in with her thoughts in the comments section. She wrote, “Resonate and how. But it’s getting better with time the more I travel. Turbulence is not my friend, but after going to Antarctica, I can do anything.”

Legendary actor Dharmendra would have celebrated his 90th birthday on Monday. In honor of this special day, his daughter, actress Esha Deol, shared a heartfelt note reflecting on their strong bond.

Esha uploaded several photographs with the ‘He-Man’ of Bollywood and wrote, “To my darling Papa… Our pact, the strongest bond. “us” through all our lifetimes, all the realms and beyond… We are always together, papa. Be it heaven or earth. We are one.”

She cherishes the beautiful memories, essential life lessons, and the unconditional love and strength that Dharmendra provided, emphasizing that these treasures can never be taken away from her.

“For now, I have very tenderly, carefully & preciously tucked you in my heart… deep, deep inside to carry on with me for the rest of this lifetime,” she expressed.

Esha reflected on the magical memories and the guidance, warmth, dignity, and strength he instilled in her as his daughter, asserting that nothing can replace or match these.

Expressing her deep longing for her late father, she shared what she misses most about him: “I so painfully miss you, papa… your warm, protective hugs that felt like the cosiest blanket, holding your soft yet strong hands which had unspoken messages, and your voice calling out my name, that followed with endless conversations, laughter & shayaris. Your motto ‘always be humble, be happy, healthy & strong,’” she wrote.

Towards the end of her touching post, Esha promised to carry forward Dharmendra’s legacy with pride and respect.

“I promise to continue your legacy with pride & respect. And I will try my best to spread your love to the millions who love you as I do. I love you, papa,” she concluded, signing off as “Your darling daughter, Your Esha, your Bittu.”

After almost three and a half months of being locked inside the house, popular television actor Gaurav Khanna emerged as the winner of “Bigg Boss 19,” hosted by Salman Khan.

Prize Details

The ‘Anupamaa’ actor is believed to be taking home a cash prize of Rs 50 lakh, along with the prestigious Bigg Boss trophy.

Runner-Up and Eliminations

Farrhana Bhatt, who was among the top two contestants this season, became the first runner-up. Singer Amaal Mallik was the first contestant from the top five to be evicted from the show. Following Amaal, one of the most talked-about contestants this season, Tanya Mittal, also lost the race to the finale. The second runner-up for season 19 of “Bigg Boss,” Pranit More, was eliminated after Tanya, leaving Gaurav and Farrhana as the top two finalists.

Salman’s Tribute

During the episode, an emotional Salman Khan remembered the late legendary actor Dharmendra, who passed away on November 24 this year. Salman shared, “He (Dharmendra) passed on my father’s birthday and celebrates his birthday with my mother. God bless you, Dharamji. If I am feeling like this, what would Sunny, Bobby aur unka pariwar be feeling.” He also reflected on the dignified conduct of two significant funerals he attended, stating, “Two funerals that were best conducted ever. One was Sooraj Barjatya’s mother and the second was Dharamji’s. How well they conducted the prayer meet. So much dignity. Ek decorum hona chahiye, celebration hona chahiye. Every ceremony, every funeral should be conducted in such a dignified manner.”

Salman added that he has followed Dharamji throughout his career.

Season Overview

“Bigg Boss 19” premiered on August 24, 2025, featuring 16 contestants, including Ashnoor Kaur, Zeishan Quadri, Awez Darbar, Nagma Mirajkar, Nehal Chudasama, Baseer Ali, Abhishek Bajaj, Natalia Janoszek, Neelam Giri, Kunickaa Sadanand, and Mridul Tiwari. The season also introduced two wild-card entries from Shehbaz Badesha and Malti Chahar.

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, during the grand finale of the reality show Bigg Boss season 19, broke down in tears while discussing the late superstar Dharmendra.

With tears in his eyes, Salman struggled to speak about Dharmendra, his emotions overwhelming him. This was a rare moment of vulnerability for the actor on national television. While informing the contestants about the unfortunate news, he wept and stated, “Dharmendra passed away on the 24th of November, on my father Salim Khan’s 90th birthday.”

He described Dharmendra as “the He-Man of Bollywood,” noting his innocent face and impressive physique, attributing over 60 years of legacy to him. Salman’s emotions deepened when he recalled that Dharmendra’s birthday falls on December 8, coinciding with his mother’s special day. He also praised the dignity with which Dharmendra’s funeral was conducted. “I have seen two funerals being conducted with full dignity to date; one was of filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya’s mother, and the second was Dharamji’s. Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, and the entire family of Dharmendra ji conducted the prayer meetings also with so much dignity, love, and grace. It was such a beautiful moment to see so many people celebrate his life with so much love.”

As Salman reminisced about Dharmendra, a video showcasing their moments on the Bigg Boss sets aired, making him visibly emotional. He recalled how Dharmendra was a consistent presence on set each season.

“But this time he won’t be there,” said Salman, breaking down further. “If it is so difficult for me, imagine how difficult it must be for Sunny, Bobby, and Esha—all of them have made Dharamji proud. Prakash aunty, Hema ji as well,” he added. He emphasized that there would never be another actor like Dharmendra, stating that only he deserved all the grace, respect, and love in Bollywood.

Earlier, while hosting Bigg Boss 19, Salman voiced his profound sadness over Dharmendra’s passing. He remarked that the previous week had been tough not just for the nation but especially for the Bollywood industry. Without directly naming Dharmendra, he mentioned that “this week the industry faced a huge loss,” adding, “I wish I was not hosting Bigg Boss this week, but in the end, life goes on.”

For those unfamiliar, Dharmendra passed away on November 24 at the age of 89. Salman Khan was among the first Bollywood celebrities to arrive at the crematorium on that date and later at the prayer meeting organized by the Deol family on November 27. He shared a close bond with Dharmendra, having starred together in the film Pyaar Kiya Toh Darna Kya, which also featured Kajol and Arbaaz Khan.

Dharmendra’s relationship with the Khan family spans over 50 years, dating back to when Salman’s father, Salim Khan, co-wrote the iconic classic Sholay with Javed Akhtar. Dharmendra played Veeru in Sholay, a character still regarded as one of the finest in Bollywood.

On November 25, a day after Dharmendra’s demise, many prominent figures from the film industry visited the Deol residence to offer their condolences. Dharmendra, who was 89 at the time of his passing, would have celebrated his 90th birthday on December 8 this year.

MUMBAI — The wait is finally over! In a grand finale packed with suspense and star power, television heartthrob Gaurav Khanna has been declared the winner of Bigg Boss 19. The actor, beloved for his charm and composure, lifted the glittering trophy late Sunday night, beating fellow finalists Farrhana Bhatt and Pranit More to the finish line.​

Gaurav Khanna Wins Bigg Boss 19

Host Salman Khan raised Gaurav’s hand in victory amidst a roar of applause, bringing an end to a season defined by intense rivalries and emotional highs. Gaurav’s journey from day one was marked by dignified gameplay, earning him the title of the season’s “gentleman”. Alongside the coveted trophy, Gaurav takes home a substantial bigg boss 19 cash prize of 50 Lac, capping off his triumphant run.​

The Final Standings

The finale saw a fierce battle among the top contestants:

• Winner: Gaurav Khanna
• 1st Runner-up: Farrhana Bhatt (predicted based on top 2 trends)​
• 2nd Runner-up: Pranit More​

Earlier in the night, Tanya Mittal was evicted in 4th place during a dramatic bag task, while Amaal Mallik exited in 5th place.​

A Season to Remember

Gaurav’s win is being celebrated across social media, with fans trending “Deserving Winner Gaurav”. His ability to stay calm during conflicts, especially against strong personalities like Pranit and Farrhana, resonated with the audience, ultimately securing him the maximum votes in the final showdown.​

Congratulations to Gaurav Khanna on his historic win!

Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt has been taken into custody by the Rajasthan police and transported to Udaipur. Bhatt and his wife, Shwetambari Bhatt, were apprehended following a complaint from an Udaipur-based doctor, who alleges that he was defrauded of crores by the director under the pretense of making a film.

Accusations of Fraud

Reports indicate that Bhatt, his wife Shwetambari Bhatt, and six others face allegations of defrauding Dr. Ajay Murdia, the founder of Indira Group of Companies, to the tune of Rs 30 crore. The police had previously issued notices to the six accused, requesting their appearance before authorities by December 8.

Details of the Allegations

According to the FIR, Dr. Murdia claims he met Bhatt in April last year to discuss a film project in memory of his late wife, Indira. This movie was allegedly intended to pay tribute to her life and contributions in the field of infertility treatment across the country.

Dr. Murdia was reportedly promised that the film would yield a profit of around Rs 200 crore. In addition to the biopic, another project focused on a historical war narrative was also discussed between the two.

Dr. Murdia alleges that Bhatt guaranteed comprehensive management of all aspects of the film’s production. The complaint, lodged at Udaipur’s Bhupalpura police station, accuses Bhatt and his associates of engaging in financial irregularities and making false promises to the complainant.

MUMBAI — The tension in the Bigg Boss 19 house has reached its peak with the eviction of Tanya Mittal, who has bowed out of the competition in 4th place. The glamorous influencer’s journey ended during a high-stakes segment featuring Bollywood stars Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday, who entered the house to promote their upcoming film, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri.​​

The “Bag on Conveyor” Twist

The elimination unfolded through a dramatic task introduced by the celebrity guests. Kartik and Ananya brought a unique “bag on conveyor belt” challenge to the finalists. In this segment, the contestants were presented with moving bags on a conveyor system.

In a nail-biting finish, bags for both Farrhana Bhatt and Tanya Mittal arrived simultaneously on the conveyor belt. As the contestants opened their respective bags to reveal their destiny:

• Farrhana’s bag contained a “SAFE” plate, securing her spot in the Top 3.​
• Tanya’s bag revealed the dreaded “ELIMINATED” plate, ending her journey in 4th place.

Top 3 Finalists

With Tanya out, the race for the Bigg Boss 19 trophy is now a direct contest between:

1. Gaurav Khanna
2. Farrhana Bhatt
3. Pranit More

The winner will be decided by live voting in the final segment of the show.

MUMBAI — In a stunning start to the Bigg Boss 19 Grand Finale, celebrated music composer Amaal Mallik has been evicted, finishing his journey in 5th place. The finale, currently airing on Colors TV and JioCinema, saw host Salman Khan guide the top five finalists through the season’s last moments before the first elimination of the night shocked viewers and contestants alike.​​

Heartbreak at the Final Hurdle

The eviction took place during a tense segment involving the finalists’ families. According to live updates, the elimination task required family members to complete a puzzle of the contestants’ pictures. In a dramatic twist, Amaal Mallik’s puzzle was found to be one piece short, sealing his fate and resulting in his immediate exit from the house.​

Walking out of the house, Mallik was greeted by Salman Khan, who praised his authentic journey. Known as the “Kabir Singh of music” inside the house, Amaal was considered a frontrunner for the trophy by many analysts. His eviction leaves the remaining race for the title between Gaurav Khanna, Farrhana Bhatt, Pranit More, and Tanya Mittal.​

A Journey of Vulnerability and Strength

Amaal’s stint in Bigg Boss 19 was defined by his raw honesty. He frequently opened up about his personal battles with depression and the pressure of carrying a musical legacy, often debating nepotism and industry fairness. His bond with fellow contestant Shehbaz and his “backbencher” friendships were highlights of his season, endearing him to a large section of the audience.​​

Despite his musical stardom, Mallik entered the show stating he wanted the public to know the “man behind the music,” a goal he seemingly achieved despite falling short of the win.​

The Finale Continues

With Amaal’s exit, the tension has ratcheted up for the remaining four finalists. Reports suggest that Tanya Mittal may be the next to face elimination as the countdown to the winner announcement continues late into the night. The Grand Finale is also set to feature performances by guests like Sunny Leone and Karan Kundrra, adding glamour to the nail-biting finish.​

Stay tuned for more live updates as Bigg Boss 19 crowns its winner.