Tuesday, March 10
The film industry and political figures have stepped forward to support actor-comedian Rajpal Yadav after he surrendered before Tihar jail authorities in connection with multiple cheque-bounce cases linked to the failure of his 2010 directorial debut Ata Pata Laapata.
Rajpal Yadav, the beloved actor who has carved a niche in Bollywood with his comic flair and immense passion for his craft, is currently entangled in a legal battle over a cheque bounce case that dates back a decade. In a surprising turn of events, he has turned himself in at Tihar Jail.
Authorities have released surveillance footage showing a masked individual with a handgun holster at Nancy Guthrie's home the night she disappeared. The FBI recovered the images from residual data, marking a significant breakthrough. Investigators believe the 84-year-old was taken against her will, and her family is desperately seeking her safe return.
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday urged the parties locked in a legal battle over late businessman Sunjay Kapur’s estate to consider resolving their dispute through mediation, observing that the matter reflected a “very sorry state of affairs” with “dirty linen being washed in the open”.
Actor Rajpal Yadav surrendered to Tihar jail in a Rs 9 crore cheque bounce case. Following his emotional plea about financial struggles, several Bollywood personalities, including Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, and Varun Dhawan, have stepped forward to help clear his debt. His manager expressed optimism for his release soon, with a bail hearing scheduled for tomorrow.
Actor Govinda's wife, Sunita Ahuja, has publicly accused him of an affair with a younger woman named Komal. Amidst the controversy, Sunita dropped a throwback photo hinting at reconciliation, while Govinda defended his actions, stating he has never misbehaved with co-stars and is grateful for the alleged younger woman's silence.
Popular musician Vishal Mishra, known for his Bollywood hits, is venturing into Malayalam cinema with the song 'Kaattuchembakam' for Tovino Thomas's 'Pallichattambi.' The single releases February 12, with the film slated for an April 9, 2026, worldwide release. Mishra expressed his delight at this new linguistic and artistic exploration.
Anil Kapoor returns in 'Subedaar' as Arjun Maurya, a retired soldier who faces battles beyond the battlefield. The teaser shows him tackling corruption, crime, and personal struggles while protecting his home. Directed by Suresh Triveni, the film also stars Radhikka Madan, Saurabh Shukla, Mona Singh, and Aditya Rawal.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has come out strongly in defence of Salman Khan after the Bollywood superstar’s recent attendance at the ‘100 Years of Sangh Journey: New Horizons’ event in Mumbai sparked criticism from some quarters. Shinde emphasised that Salman’s presence should not be dragged into political debate, saying his attendance was appropriate and cultural, not controversial.
Filmmaker Karan Johar has won an interim injunction against YouTuber CarryMinati (Ajey Nagar) in a Mumbai court. The court ordered Nagar to remove defamatory content targeting Johar, inspired by his show 'Koffee With Karan'. Johar's legal team argued that Nagar's videos ridiculed him and harmed his reputation.
