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Actress-singer Lily Allen’s daughters are finding it challenging to adjust to life back in the UK. The 40-year-old artist has two daughters, Ethel, 14, and Marnie, 12, with her ex-husband Sam Cooper.

Transitioning from New York to Britain has proved difficult for the children, as reported by ‘Female First UK’. Lily, who separated from her second husband David Harbour in 2024, shared her thoughts on this topic during her Miss Me? podcast.

“My kids are f** mental at the moment,” she remarked. “They are really developing their personalities. It’s just a lot. There’s a lot of questions, and there’s a lot of changes in our lives at the moment. We’ve changed houses, we’ve changed countries, we’ve changed schools, and it’s a lot.”

An interesting observation she made was about her youngest daughter’s accent, which has changed significantly since their return.

“Like, now Marnie properly sounds like Princess Margaret. I’m like, who are you? Literally six months ago, she was like (puts on a New York accent), ‘What? No…’ And now it’s like a completely different person,” Lily stated.

She explained that her children are also navigating their identities: “They’re grappling with some new ideas in terms of who I am. The last five years, I’ve been a stay-at-home mum. And now I’m a single mum that has to work and suddenly has a lot of work opportunities on my plate, and I’m having to travel a lot. But they also like having a nice roof over their heads and nice clothes and being able to go to nice restaurants and things.”

Lily acknowledged the impact of these changes: “So they understand it. But it’s just a lot of change. There’s a lot of change and also new friends, new friendship groups, and the idea of boyfriends.”

Reflecting on her busy 2025, she revealed that she released the album West End Girl, which documented the breakdown of her marriage to Stranger Things actor Harbour.

“I’ve done quite a lot this year. I’ve finished an album, I got a boob job, I had a nervous breakdown, I went into hospital for a bit, I came out, I did some podcasting for a while, then I played one of the hardest tracks in theatre and killed myself (in the role of Hedda Gabler) every night for seven weeks,” she added.

Veteran actor Anupam Kher recently took the opportunity to reflect on his challenging yet fulfilling cinematic journey as he began shooting for his 550th film, “Khosla Ka Ghosla 2.”

During the Cannes Film Festival last year, an international director recognized his dedication, saying, “So you are the MARATHON MAN of Indian Cinema!” when Kher mentioned the impressive number of films he has acted in.

Recounting his arrival in Mumbai in 1981 with dreams in his heart, Kher expressed his emotions on Instagram: “So today as I start my 550th film #KhoslaKaGhosla2 my heart is filled with GRATITUDE and THANKFULNESS! When I landed in #Mumbai, the city of dreams on the 3rd June 1981, I never had dreamt that I would reach this LANDMARK of 550 films.”

Kher believes that despite his extensive journey, he has only reached the ‘interval’ point in his life and career. “But here I am in Delhi ready to give my first shot for KKG2. Just FYI, I genuinely feel I have so much to give, so much to do! I have reached only the ‘interval point’ of my life and my career! Dreams have no EXPIRY date!” he asserted.

Highlighting his biggest strengths throughout the years, he stated, “My optimism, my never-giving-up attitude, and my ability to work hard have been my greatest assets!”

In addition to his personal determination, Kher acknowledged the vital role of his directors, producers, and the audience for his enduring presence in the industry. “But my survival for all these years has only been possible because of the support I received from all my producers, directors, co-actors, technicdigihunt, and above all YOU, my AUDIENCES! Without your support, reaching this landmark would never have been possible! So a big heartfelt THANK YOU! Jai Ho! Jai Hind! Om Namah Shivay!”

Bollywood’s Greek God Hrithik Roshan recently shared an insightful glimpse into his cultural heritage, proudly stating that his “25 percent Bengali blood” is something he cherishes.

Hrithik’s connection to Bengali roots comes from his paternal grandmother, Ira Roshan, a Bengali Brahmin who was married to the legendary music director Roshanlal Nagrath.

### A Love For Bengali Cuisine

Taking to Instagram, Hrithik expressed his affection for Bengali cuisine, tagging his post with #ShonarBangla and #MachcharJhol. He captioned the image: “That’s the 25% Bengali blood in me shining through. #shonarbangla #machcharJhol.”

Hrithik was affectionately nicknamed Duggu by his grandmother, who humorously reversed his father Rakesh Roshan’s childhood nickname, Guddu. His recent image appeared to have been taken ahead of a cousin’s wedding, showcasing him in traditional attire.

### A Heartfelt Message

In a long and touching note on Instagram, Hrithik addressed his dear cousin, Eshu. He wrote, “Your presence in my life goes beyond blood and family. You are a rare and exceptional human being, one that adds to my life and to the lives of everyone in this family in more ways than you can imagine and in more ways than what we your family can consciously list out. Over the course of the last few years, I have seen you evolve into a deeply committed, passionate filmmaker.”

He further expressed admiration for Eshu, saying, “I see the strength in your silences, the power in your gentleness, and your relentless pursuit to find your place under the sun inspires me. Eshu you are a giant on the inside. Don’t be afraid of your power. Set it free.”

Hrithik continued, “You are the best brother and partner to me. Today as you and Aishwarya begin this new journey as husband and wife, I wish you achieve as much in your personal world as you do in your work world. Remember both are just as fulfilling and both worlds demand their own unique, sometimes peculiar set of skills which I am sure you will enjoy mastering. Congratulations my brother.”

He concluded his note with warmth: “And welcome to the family Aishu. You are as beautiful on the inside as you are on the outside. I can’t wait to get to know you more and more and more! Love you guys.”

### Upcoming Projects

On the professional front, Hrithik is set to make his debut in the OTT space as a producer with the thriller “Storm.” Collaborating with Prime Video, the production, set in Mumbai, is expected to begin imminently, as reported by variety.com.

“Storm” is created and directed by acclaimed filmmaker Ajitpal Singh, known for the series “Tabbar” and the Sundance selection “Fire in the Mountains.”

In April 2025, it was announced that Hrithik will also make his directorial debut with ‘Krrish 4,’ taking over a franchise he has nurtured for 22 years. The film, produced by Yash Raj Films in association with Rakesh Roshan, will see Hrithik oscillating between direction and acting as he reprises the titular role of the superhero. Shooting for the film is slated to begin early next year.

Television actress Rubina Dilaik has shared her personal mantra for 2026, emphasizing the importance of mental well-being. She is focusing on consciously detoxing from negativity and establishing healthy boundaries in her life.

Rubina posted a video on Instagram while getting a hair and scalp treatment at a Japanese salon. In her caption, she asked her followers: “Do you make New Year’s Resolutions?”

The video featured text overlays stating: “Everyone has a New Year’s resolution… But I keep small promises to myself.” She revealed her mantra, writing: “So my mantra for 2026 is… Detox both negative thoughts and people from my life. Focus on my mental health. Work-life balance. Walk the talk. Create healthy boundaries. Have faith and know when to surrender.”

On the professional front, Rubina recently appeared in the reality show “Pati Patni aur Panga,” which showcased various themes and games that tested couples’ bonds. The show included moments of light-hearted arguments, romantic exchanges, and engaging interactions, offering viewers a glimpse into the real-life relationships of celebrity couples.

She also participated in the second season of “Laughter Chef Fun Unlimited,” where she teamed up with singer Rahul Vaidya. The two were last seen together in the popular reality show “Bigg Boss 14.” The latest season of “Laughter Chefs” features new faces such as Mannara Chopra, Samarth Jurel, and Abhishek Kumar, alongside familiar names like Sudesh Lahiri, Krushna Abhishek, Kashmira Shah, and Rahul Vaidya. “Laughter Chefs Season 2” premiered on January 25 this year.

The previous season showcased celebrities like Aly Goni, Bharti Singh, and Jannat Zubair, displaying their culinary skills. It was a tremendous success, setting high expectations for the new season.

Rubina began her small-screen journey with “Chotti Bahu” and has since appeared in various shows, including “Saas Bina Sasural,” “Punar Vivah – Ek Nayi Umeed,” “Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev,” “Jeannie Aur Juju,” and “Shakti – Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki.”

She also participated in “Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 12” and “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 10.” Making her film debut in 2022, she starred in “Ardh” alongside Rajpal Yadav and Hiten Tejwani.

Ira Khan, the daughter of actor Aamir Khan, is celebrating two years of marital bliss with her husband, Nupur Shikhare.

Anniversary Celebrations

To commemorate their second wedding anniversary, Nupur took to Instagram and shared a heartfelt video compilation featuring some of their precious moments together. In his touching post, he referred to Ira as brave for completing two years of marriage, stating, “Happy 2nd Anniversary….Congratulations @khan.ira for successfully completing two years of being married to me, you are very brave…I love you #love #anniversary (sic).”

Ira’s Reflections

In response, Ira expressed her feelings about their marriage, describing it as “the easiest, most fun and satisfying thing” she has ever experienced. However, she humorously added, “This video on the other hand…..”

Expressing her love for her husband, she commented, “love you @nupur.shikhare.”

Addressing Personal Struggles

Recently, Ira has been open about her struggles with depression and her ongoing battle with body image issues. In a video shared on social media, she candidly admitted to feeling unfit, overweight, and even obese since 2020.

She stated, “Let’s address the elephant in the room, me. Yes, I’m fat and I’m actually obese for my age and my height. And I’ve been struggling with body image issues and with my relationship with my food since 2020.”

Ira went on to express her discomfort in discussing this topic, saying, “I’m not as comfortable and confident talking about this as I was with my depression. So, I’m not entirely sure how this is going to go. It’s come in the way of my ability to participate in my friends’ lives, in how I show up in my relationship with Popoy, in my self-worth and so then work and everything, in a way that I would say is as intense as how my depression would interfere in my life and sometimes still does. And so, I want to talk about this. I want to try and unpack what I think, have been thinking, struggled with, still struggle with, just all of it. I hope it helps me.”

Actor Gaten Matarazzo, known for his role as Dustin Henderson, shared an emotional note reflecting on his journey with the beloved series “Stranger Things.”

In a heartfelt Instagram post, Matarazzo expressed his gratitude to the cast, crew, and fans who have supported the show throughout its run. He accompanied his message with a series of photographs highlighting memorable moments from each season, showcasing the evolution of the series from its early days to its concluding chapters.

In his caption, he wrote: “Thanks for being a part of this journey with us. Couldn’t think of better people to do it with.” Describing the talented ensemble as “lightning in a bottle,” he added, “This cast and crew are lightning in a bottle. I’m just glad I got to be along for the ride.”

While admitting it was tough to articulate his feelings, Matarazzo concluded by sharing how much he would miss the show. He remarked, “I don’t quite know what to say other than thank you for watching it. For investing your time and energy into this show that we have loved making. I’m gonna miss it a lot.”

“Stranger Things” masterfully blends horror, science fiction, mystery, and coming-of-age drama. Set in the 1980s, the series focuses on the residents of the fictional small town of Hawkins, Indiana. The story kicks off when a young girl with psychokinetic abilities, named Eleven, accidentally opens a gateway to a hostile alternate dimension known as the Upside Down at a nearby human experimentation facility.

The impressive cast features Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Finn Wolfhard, Millie Bobby Brown, Caleb McLaughlin, Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton, Cara Buono, Matthew Modine, Noah Schnapp, Sadie Sink, Joe Keery, Dacre Montgomery, Sean Astin, Paul Reiser, Maya Hawke, Priah Ferguson, Brett Gelman, Linda Hamilton, Jamie Campbell Bower, and Nell Fisher.

Developed by the Duffer Brothers, “Stranger Things” melds investigative drama with supernatural horror, all while capturing the childlike wonder of the 1980s. The series draws inspiration from Cold War-era experiments and conspiracy theories surrounding secret government programs.

The final episode was released on January 1 on Netflix.

Actress Ananya Panday has set ambitious goals for the year 2026.

In a recent social media update, Ananya shared her special fitness aspiration for the New Year: she aims to achieve a chin-up. The star of ‘Kesari: Chapter 2’ took to Instagram Stories to post a photo of herself attempting a chin-up. The caption on her gym picture read, “2026 manifestation is to get a chin up” (Crying face and fingers crossed emojis).

Ananya is dedicated to maintaining her fitness regime, showcasing her workouts to inspire her followers consistently.

Recent Appearances

In another highlight, Ananya appeared on the latest episode of the popular reality show “The Great Indian Kapil Show,” alongside her ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri’ co-star Kartik Aaryan. During the episode, the duo discussed red flags, green flags, and the relationship rules of Gen Z.

Ananya also shared a unique insight about her father, Chunky Panday. She explained that he believes appearing together as a family could lead to reduced earnings. Therefore, he thinks it’s wiser for each family member to make solo appearances on “The Great Indian Kapil Show” across its seasons to maximize their income.

This new episode streaming on Netflix features Sunil Grover delivering a fresh batch of celebrity satire, with some claiming that even AI finds it hard to match his comedic timing. Audiences can also look forward to Kiku Sharda playing Sona, the security lady, Krushna Abhishek as the over-the-top Monalika, and Kartik reprising his beloved character Rooh Baba.

Previously, Ananya and Kartik were seen together on “Kaun Banega Crorepati,” where the ‘CTRL’ actress remarked that her participation was the result of her family’s manifestation.

Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh recently shared his humorous take on battling a runny nose and the winter blues with some traditional desi remedies.

Taking to his Instagram stories, Diljit opened up about feeling under the weather and how he turns to comforting home food. He explained, “I have a cold… what do you call it, I have a runny nose. So, besan cheela and remedies with besan will be used,” showcasing his cooking process with a lighthearted text overlay that read “solo trip.”

He noted that while his besan cheela turned out a bit thick, it still tasted delightful. “Pehle cheela thoda mota bana hai, par swaad bahut hai. Look beautiful,” Diljit remarked, humorously admitting that he ended up eating one while standing, finishing it before he even got a chance to plate it.

In the clip, he continued, “I have a cold… What do you call it, I have a runny nose. So, besan cheela and remedies with besan will be used. Ek toh main khade khade kha gaya…”

Adding a fun twist to the experience, Diljit shared a learning moment from his kitchen. While looking for besan, he found out that it is called chickpea flour in English and that garbanzo flour is actually the same as besan. He said, “Ek badhi interesting cheez hai I thought I’ll show…I wanted besan and then I googled that it’s called chickpea flour in English. Then I found out that Garbanzo flour is besan. This is the first time I learnt.”

Among his winter essentials, he listed ghee, honey, and poppy seeds, noting that if he had eggs and milk, those would have made the cut too.

Before wrapping up, he showcased the cleaned dishes from his cooking session and introduced another cold remedy involving poppy seeds and desiccated coconut mixed with ghee, which he highlighted as a helpful concoction for the chilly season.

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has once again shared a thought-provoking reflection on his blog, exploring the evolving meanings of history, truth, and storytelling in a world dominated by constant information cycles.

Reflections on History and Storytelling

The iconic actor wrote: “.. the information cycle attracts .. attracts all that there ever is or is not ..(sic).” He expressed that history might no longer remain merely “history,” suggesting that it could fragment into personal narratives, such as “his story,” “my story,” or even someone else’s version entirely.

“History – if ever it can have the same meaning after a few years – shall ever be referred to as HIS TORY .. or MY STORY .. or the OTHERS STORY .. or SOMEONE ELSE’s STORY ..(sic),” he noted.

Bachchan contemplated the uncertainty of the future, indicating that what is preserved will largely depend on written interpretations. “There shall never ever be definiteness in the times to come – for what I write or anyone writes is what shall be on record .. nothing else .. a piece of artificial writing having the questions of its write .. !!! what shall remain are images .. and that too in question, for it shall never be in the realm of reality .. per kind favour AI ..(sic).”

A Countdown to 2027

On Friday, he took to X to share a countdown to 2027, mentioning that two days have already passed in 2026, leaving only 363 days. He wrote, “T 5613 – 2 days have passed; 363 are left.”

A Fun Interaction on Kaun Banega Crorepati

Earlier, actress Mithila Palkar, who recently visited the sets of the popular quiz-based reality show Kaun Banega Crorepati, entertained the audience with her use of popular Marathi phrases. She asked Big B to decode them, which he did with charm. When she inquired about the meaning of “Shaana,” Big B smiled and replied, “Someone who thinks they are very smart,” to which she laughed and confirmed, “Correct.”

Sharib Hashmi, who joined Mithila on the show, further quizzed him on “Dedh Shaana,” and the actor responded, “A person who tries to act extra smart.”

With his reflections and engaging interactions, Amitabh Bachchan continues to inspire and entertain fans across the nation.

As the makers of the much-anticipated war sequel “Border 2″ released the “Ghar Kab Aaoge” track from the film on Friday, singer Sonu Nigam, who originally sang “Sandese Aate Hai,” expressed that participating in this patriotic number felt like a homecoming.

Posting the track on his Instagram, Nigam emphasized that this song is more than just a melody for him; it’s an emotion. Dedicating “Ghar Kab Aaoge” to the brave soldiers and their families, he wrote, “Some songs aren’t just melodies; they are emotions that belong to the soul of our nation. 🇮🇳 Being a part of this song for Border 2 felt like a beautiful homecoming. It is rare for an artist to relive such magic, and I feel truly blessed that this journey continues. This one is for our brave soldiers and the families waiting for them.”

The song features a stellar lineup of talented singers, including Nigam, Arijit Singh, Vishal Mishra, and Diljit Dosanjh. The track was launched at a grand event on Friday.

Originally composed by Anu Malik, the song has been reimagined by Mithoon, with new lyrics by Manoj Muntashir Shukla. The original “Sandese Aate Hai,” from the 1999 war drama “Border,” was sung by Sonu Nigam and Roopkumar Rathod. It featured lyrics by Javed Akhtar and was picturized on stars such as Sunny Deol, Suniel Shetty, Akshaye Khanna, and Jackie Shroff.

Directed by Anurag Singh, “Border 2” boasts an ensemble cast that includes Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, Mona Singh, Medha Rana, Sonam Bajwa, and Anya Singh, among others.

Presented by Gulshan Kumar & T-Series, in association with J.P. Dutta’s J.P. Films, and backed by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, J.P. Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta, “Border 2” is set to release in theatres on January 23.