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Singer Jasmine Sandlas is currently soaking in the success of her latest hit song “Shararat” from the blockbuster film “Dhurandhar.” In a heartfelt note, she expressed the rush and vulnerability she experiences moments before stepping on stage, calling live performances her greatest high.

Engaging with her fans on Instagram, Sandlas shared a video of her stepping onto the stage dressed in a beautiful pink lehenga. She candidly revealed that just a minute before a show, she experiences blurred vision, a racing heart, and trembling hands as she grips the microphone.

“1 minute before I step on the stage, my vision gets blurry, my heart is pounding, my hands tremble when I grab the mic,” she captioned the post.

Despite the pre-performance jitters, she emphasized that it is her fans who give her life and make every show worthwhile. “My fans give me life. I am the most alive when I’m on stage. It’s my only drug. At the end of the show, I have to ask my team, What happened? Did we do good? Was I singing on key? What a life. Waheguru,” she added.

Her latest song “Shararat” features actresses Ayesha Khan and Krystle D’Souza, who are seen as dancers in a wedding celebration sequence in Aditya Dhar’s “Dhurandhar,” alongside stars like Akshaye Khanna, Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal. The film also includes supporting roles by Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, Manav Gohil, Danish Pandor, Saumya Tandon, Gaurav Gera, and Naveen Kaushik.

This film is the first installment of a two-part series that revolves around an anti-terror covert operation, where an undercover agent infiltrates Karachi’s criminal and political underworld in Pakistan. The plot weaves in several real-life events tied to geopolitical tensions, including the 1999 IC-814 hijacking, the 2001 Indian Parliament attack, the 2008 Mumbai attacks, and events surrounding Operation Lyari.

Reflecting on her journey, Jasmine’s career began with her hit song “Muskan” in 2008. She ventured into Bollywood playback singing in 2014 with the popular track “Yaar Na Miley” from the movie Kick.

In addition to “Shararat,” her recent hits include “Taras” for the film Munjya 2024 and “Nasha” for Raid-2 2025. Jasmine’s talent has earned her several awards, including the “Most Popular Song of the Year 2016.” She has also been featured on prominent platforms such as TEDx Talks, MTV Coke Studio, and Spoken Word.

On her father and former cricketer Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi’s birthday, actress Soha Ali Khan chose to honor his legacy by visiting the iconic Eden Gardens stadium in Kolkata.

A Heartfelt Tribute

Soha shared a video capturing the memories of her late father at Eden, along with throwback clips from the memorable 1974 Test against West Indies.

Remembering the former Indian cricket captain on his birth anniversary, the ‘Rang De Basanti’ actress posted on her Instagram, “On your birthday, Abba, I wanted to stand where the game remembers you. Eden Gardens may be empty today, but it is never silent for you. (sic)”

Memorable Moments from 1974

Reflecting on the legendary Test when her father played despite a fractured cheekbone, she wrote, “A ground you loved to play on, and one where you captained India many times — perhaps most memorable being the December 1974 Test against the indomitable West Indies. A ball from Andy Roberts struck you on the face, fracturing your cheekbone. You retired bleeding and hurt but returned to lead the side to an unbelievable victory by 85 runs. That Test at Eden went down as one of Indian cricket’s most iconic victories — a timeless example of grit and lion-hearted (or perhaps tiger-hearted) captaincy.”

Wishing her father on his special day, Soha concluded with a nostalgic message, saying, “The stands still remember you, the cricketer. I remember my Abba. Both belong here. Happy birthday, Abba.”

Family Ties

Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi married renowned actress Sharmila Tagore on December 27, 1968. Together, they have three children: son Saif Ali Khan and daughters Soha and Saba.

While Saif and Soha followed their mother’s footsteps into the entertainment industry, Saba chose a different path as a jewellery designer.

Hollywood star Timothee Chalamet has made headlines after being named Best Actor at the Critics Choice Award. In a heartfelt moment during his acceptance speech, he honored his longtime girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, expressing his deep affection for her.

A Heartfelt Acknowledgment

“Thank you to my partner for three years. I love you. I couldn’t do this without you,” Chalamet stated as he accepted the award for his role as aspiring ping-pong champion Marty Mauser in “Marty Supreme.” He also expressed gratitude, saying, “Thank you from the bottom of my heart.” When the camera panned to Jenner, she responded with a warm “I love you.”

Recognizing Fellow Artists

During his speech, Chalamet took a moment to acknowledge his fellow nominees, which included renowned actors such as Leonardo DiCaprio for “One Battle After Another,” Joel Edgerton for “Train Dreams,” Ethan Hawke for “Blue Moon,” Michael B. Jordan for “Sinners,” and Wagner Moura for “The Secret Agent.” After a moment of hesitation, Chalamet candidly admitted, “I’m more nervous than I thought I’d be.”

He also extended his thanks to Josh Safdie, who co-wrote and directed the film. “You made a story about a flawed man with a relatable dream, and you didn’t preach to the audience about what’s right and wrong. I think we should all be telling stories like that,” he noted.

A Rising Star’s Journey

Chalamet has an impressive array of accolades, including a Screen Actors Guild Award and a Critics’ Choice Award, along with nominations for two Academy Awards, five Golden Globe Awards, and four British Academy Film Awards, not to mention a Grammy Award.

His career began in television with a role in the drama series Homeland. In 2014, he made his film debut in the comedy-drama Men, Women & Children and also appeared in Christopher Nolan’s critically acclaimed science fiction film Interstellar.

Chalamet gained international fame with his lead role in Luca Guadagnino’s coming-of-age film Call Me by Your Name, which earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor, marking him as the third-youngest nominee in that category.

Through his impressive performances and heartfelt acknowledgments, Timothee Chalamet continues to capture hearts both on and off the screen.

Renowned television actress Apra Mehta has witnessed the significant evolution of Indian television and expresses her pride in being part of this journey. Currently portraying Rajeshree in “Prathaon Ki Odhe Chunri: Beendani,” she shares her thoughts on the industry’s impact and responsibility.

Evolution of Television

Apra states, “I have personally seen television evolve over the years, and I feel proud to have been a part of this journey. Any show that carries a meaningful and positive message always connects well with the audience.”

Her journey in television began at the young age of 15 when she anchored a children’s program called “Santakukdi” for Mumbai Doordarshan. She emphasizes that the landscape of television has changed significantly since then.

The Power of Television

Apra asserts, “But it is definitely not going anywhere. The reach of TV is massive, and its audience is still very large and powerful. That is why television continues to be one of the strongest mediums to bring change and spread the right message.”

Discussing the global appeal of Indian television, Apra mentions, “I travel across the world for my drama shows, and I have seen how closely Inddigihunt living abroad follow television.” She adds, “Many of them may not watch films regularly, but they are deeply connected to TV. This makes it even more important for us to show today’s reality, not outdated thinking.”

Social Responsibility in Storytelling

Apra shares insights about her current show, stating, “Like in my current show, ‘Prathaon Ki Odhe Chunri: Beendani,’ my character may believe that girls don’t need education. But through the lead actors and the story, the makers want to send a strong message that girls must be educated.”

She highlights the ongoing issue of girls’ education, saying, “Even today, there are many places where girls are still not encouraged to study, and it is very important to reach out to people with this message.”

The Storyline of ‘Prathaon Ki Odhe Chunri: Beendani’

“Prathaon Ki Odhe Chunri: Beendani” narrates the captivating tale of Ghevar, a spirited village girl from Rajasthan. Her life takes a dramatic turn when fate brings a newborn into her family, intertwining two very different worlds. As themes of love, sacrifice, and hidden truths unfold, Ghevar’s journey symbolizes courage and determination to protect what she treasures most.

“Prathaon Ki Odhe Chunri: Beendani” airs on Sun Neo.

Actress Saiyami Kher is set to embark on an exciting new project alongside actor Tahir Raj Bhasin, with the film being directed by designer-filmmaker Vikram Phadnis.

In her Instagram stories, Saiyami shared a glimpse of the new venture by posting a picture of a script booklet. She captioned it, “New year. New beginning. As always, Need all the wishes.”

Additionally, she posted a collage that featured a striking monochrome image of herself sitting with Tahir and Vikram during a reading session. The collage also included a photo of the project’s clapboard. While Saiyami kept the details of the project under wraps, she conveyed her feelings with the caption, “And today every silent prayer finds its way home.”

Recently, Saiyami completed shooting for “Haiwaan,” which stars Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan. Directed by Priyadarshan, the film also features Sharib Hashmi and has been filmed in beautiful locations like Kochi, Ooty, and Mumbai. The shooting began in August this year and marks the reunion of Akshay and Saif after 18 years.

The duo last collaborated on ‘Tashan,’ which unfortunately did not perform well either commercially or critically. The film also had actress Kareena Kapoor Khan in the cast.

In another development, Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar are working together on a project titled ‘Bhoot Bangla.’ This horror drama is anticipated to be released towards the end of 2025 and signifies the reunion of the successful actor-director pair.

As for Saiyami, she was last seen in “Jaat,” directed by Gopichand Malineni. This film includes a stellar cast featuring Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda, Regena Cassandrra, Vineet Kumar Singh, and Saiyami Kher in pivotal roles, along with Ramya Krishnan, Jagapathi Babu, Prashant Bajaj, Zarina Wahab, P. Ravi Shankar, and Babloo Prithiveeraj.

“Jaat” revolves around a mysterious passenger whose obsessive demand for an apology leads him to confront a ruthless labourer-turned-crime boss, culminating in an intense conflict between the two.

Singer-actress Jennifer Lopez, who divorced actor-filmmaker Ben Affleck in 2025, has expressed that she is seeking a man who will “respect” her and “accept” her “for all that I am.”

Reflecting on love and heartbreak during her performance of the 1999 hit “If You Had My Love” at her Up All Night show in Las Vegas, she shared her thoughts on what she desires from her next partner.

Powerful Reflection on Love

In a clip shared on social media, Lopez addressed the audience at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, stating, “When I first sang it, I was very young. And I sang it with a lot of hope.”

She continued, “But I’ve also sung it over the years, I’ve sung it while I was sad. And I’ve sung it when I was happy. But now, today, you know how I sing it? I sing it in power. Because the truth is, if you wanted to have my love, you would have to earn it. You would have to treat me right. You would have to respect me. You’d have to accept me for all that I am. You’d have to love me if you wanted my love.”

Lopez emphasized, “You can’t have love without heartbreak. You can’t. That’s what you sign up for,” as reported by femalefirst.co.uk.

Focus on Family and Career

Despite outlining her criteria for a future partner, the “On The Floor” hitmaker is reportedly not ready to start dating again following her divorce. A source mentioned to people.com in December: “It’s all about work and the kids for her. She seems happy and content.”

Lopez shares 17-year-old twins Max and Emme with ex-husband Marc Anthony. She and Ben Affleck ended their first engagement in 2004 but rekindled their romance in 2021. They tied the knot in July 2022, with Lopez filing for divorce two years later, citing April 26, 2024, as the intended date of their separation.

Past Relationships

Lopez has been married three times: to Ojani Noa from 1997 to 1998, Cris Judd from 2001 to 2003, and Marc Anthony from 2004 to 2014. Additionally, she was engaged to Alex Rodriguez in 2019 before their relationship ended in 2021.

Hollywood star Adam Sandler, who first met Jackie during her minor role in his 1999 film Big Daddy, believes their encounter was “destiny” and insists it would have happened regardless of his fame.

The 59-year-old actor and Jackie tied the knot in 2003 and are parents to daughters Sunny, 19, and Sadie, 16. Sandler feels strongly that their meeting was fate, stating they would still be together even if he had taken a different path working for his father’s electrical business.

While accepting the Chairman Award at the 2026 Palm Springs International Film Festival, he reflected, “I sometimes think about it, (if) I didn’t click that year and I did go work for my dad, what my life would be right now. First off, I’m thinking I’d probably still be married to my wife, Jackie. That’s destiny. Nothing stops that.”

He humorously added, “But we definitely (would) have a different house. Probably, like, 10 less bathrooms and (fewer) statues of me.”

Sandler’s remarks about his marriage follow a period of reflection where he expressed being “more thankful” than ever for his life and career. He shared his happiness during an interview with People magazine: “I’m just more thankful than I’ve ever been. Happy I got to do this life, happy all the people who’ve been with me during all this stuff, and helped me out, and (it’s) just been a phenomenal time. My whole family’s always been great to me. My wife and I talk about stuff, and what to do, and what to do next, and it’s just been a very cool life.”

The star emphasized that he and Jackie have grown “closer” over the years, stating, “We’re very close. We like to talk, like to laugh, like to have fun, and like to think about things and take care of our kids.”

Actress Kritika Kamra has welcomed 2026 on a joyful note, sharing a collection of delightful pictures with her partner Gaurav Kapur.

Kritika offered fans a glimpse into her happy moments while celebrating the New Year alongside Gaurav, friends Anya Singh, and others. In her caption, she wrote: “Fell into ‘26 nicely.”

The couple made their relationship Instagram official on December 10. Kritika posted candid photos from a breakfast date with Gaurav, confirming their romance with a playful caption: “breakfast with…”

On the work front, the two will star in The Great Shamshuddin Family. Set over a single day in Delhi, the story revolves around Bani as family members—including mothers, aunts, cousins, and former romantic interests—descend on her apartment, each bringing their unique emergencies. As Bani navigates interfaith complexities, generational conflicts, and family expectations, she faces a dilemma: choose international career opportunities or stay close to her family, as reported by variety.com.

The film features an impressive cast, including Farida Jalal, Shreya Dhanwanthary, Juhi Babbar Soni, and Sheeba Chadda. The Great Shamshuddin Family is set to premiere on JioHotstar on December 12.

Kritika previously dated her Kitani Mohabbat Hai co-star Karan Kundra. She made her acting debut in 2007 with Yahan Ke Hum Sikandar. In 2009, she gained popularity as Arohi, a singer in Kitani Mohabbat Hai, opposite Karan. Following this, she appeared in Pyaar Ka Bandhan, Kitani Mohabbat Hai 2, and Kuch Toh Log Kahenge.

In 2015, Kritika portrayed a reporter, Ananya Kashyap, alongside Rajeev Khandelwal in Reporters. She later played Princess Chandrakanta in Prem Ya Paheli – Chandrakanta. Her film debut came in 2018 with Mitron. More recently, in 2021, she starred as a college student, Sana, in the web series Tandav.

In 2023, Kritika played reporter Vidhi in the film Bheed and Habiba in Bambai Meri Jaan. Her latest project is Gyaarah Gyaarah.

Amitabh Bachchan reflects on the end-of-season lull for ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati,’ expressing that the days feel “too long” without work.

In a recent blog post on Tumblr, he shared, “It’s been hardly a few days to the end of the season and the days seem too long to bring to some semblance of the ethics of work.” The legendary actor noted that as the season approaches its conclusion, time seems to stretch indefinitely for him. He described “no work” as akin to a slow, exhausting journey through a vast, wet wasteland: “No work is a synonym for a sluggish walk through a wet vast wasteland… Stuck in it… shall try the very best to pull the weary legs out and move.”

Kaun Banega Crorepati is the official Hindi adaptation of the Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? franchise, which first aired in 2000. Amitabh Bachchan has hosted the show throughout its history, except for the third season, when Shah Rukh Khan took over.

The format of the show involves contestants answering multiple-choice questions, choosing the correct answer from four options, while also utilizing lifelines if they feel uncertain. It airs on Sony Entertainment Television and is available on Sony LIV.

Recently, Bachchan praised his long-time make-up artist, Deepak Sawant, highlighting his dedication to the quiz-based reality show. He remarked, “This is Deepak Sawant. He has been working with me for 50 years. And let me tell you one more thing. In 50 years, I have worked in at least 200 films. There was not a single day when he was not with me. Absolutely duty-bound. He will come on time, no matter what happens. Whether you are sick or whatever. Not a single day in 50 years when he is not with us. And there is a serious problem in saying one more thing, but let me say it.”

Bachchan also shared a poignant moment, stating, “Three days ago, Deepak Sawant’s brother died. And despite that, he has come to work. He did not have anyone to tell him to work today. This is integrity. This is commitment.”

Global star Priyanka Chopra often shares delightful glimpses of her life with her little bundle of joy, Malti Marie, captivating netizens.

In her latest social media post, Priyanka shared a sweet moment of her daughter enjoying a car ride while listening to a song by her father, Nick Jonas. The little munchkin was seen soaking in the views and adorably humming along to the music.

Sharing the clip on her Instagram Stories, Priyanka wrote, “#Handprints,” and tagged Nick. Recently, she also celebrated the holiday season with Malti and her husband, enjoying the snowy backdrop.

In one video on her Instagram, Priyanka and Malti strolled through the snow-covered city, both looking adorable in matching white attire. Unable to contain her excitement, little Malti ran along the snow-laden path while holding her mother’s hand. Priyanka joyfully captioned, “0 visibility but… joy at a 100% (sic).”

Priyanka also shared more family moments with Malti and her mother, Madhu Chopra, on social media. In one post, Malti was thrilled to see her footsteps in the snow. The post further highlighted a drive in the snowy landscape, with little Malti sitting by the fire to keep warm, offering a glimpse into their wholesome holiday experience. “Proof that sometimes happiness falls from the sky,” Priyanka simply captioned.

Before embracing the holiday season, Priyanka appeared in the first episode of “The Great Indian Kapil Sharma Show” season 4. During the show, she revealed that little Malti loves dressing up as an ‘Indian Princess.’ Priyanka said, “Whenever she wears Ghagra Choli, she calls herself an Indian princess. She loves her bindi, bangles, and accessories.”

Navjyot Singh Sidhu humorously commented, “A queen’s daughter will obviously call herself a princess,” referring to Priyanka as the queen.