Popular actor Govinda has been going through tough times recently. His wife Sunita has been vocal about their marital problems amid rumours of the actor having an affair. Last year, he left everyone worried after news surfaced that he accidentally shot himself. Now, Govinda’s manager has revealed how the actor was once attacked and that he keeps getting threat calls. About Govinda getting attacked Govinda’s manager has claimed that the actor has been getting a few death threats lately. “He keeps getting threat calls. Thank god he had a gun with him the day he got attacked. He chased everyone away. Otherwise, god knows what would’ve happened to him. I rushed to him at 4 am. We also filed an FIR. We also have a video of what happened that night,” Govinda’s manager Shashi Sinha told ANI. While Shashi didn’t clarify the exact incident, he mentioned that Govinda sustained injuries while defending himself. To note, the actor was last year in the news after he was rushed to the hospital as he accidentally shot himself in the leg with his licensed revolver. The actor even clarified that the shot was accidental and occurred when he was cleaning his gun before leaving for the airport. The actor was alone at his home when the incident occurred. The Mumbai police launched an investigation into the incident even though no complaint was filed. About Govinda’s extramarital affair Govinda and his wife Sunita Ahuja made headlines in the last few months due to an alleged rift in their marriage. Reports are rife that the actor is in a relationship with a 30-year-old Marathi actress. Reacting to claims, during a podcast with Paras S Chhabra, Sunita remarked, “I have said this many times to the media that I have also heard it. But, till the moment I don’t see him with my own eyes or catch him red-handed, I can’t declare anything. I have heard that it’s a Marathi actress.” She added, “This is not the age to do all of this. Govinda should be thinking about settling his daughter and son Yash’s career. But, I have also heard the rumours and said that till the time I don’t open my mouth, don’t trust anything.” Sharing details about his upcoming projects, his manager confirmed, “Many producers and even actors have been reaching out to him with offers, even though he has not had a single hit in recent times. He is just waiting for the right offer.”
05 February,2026 01:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe upcoming film Ghooskhor Pandat, starring Manoj Bajpayee, has landed in controversy even before its release, with strong objections raised over its title. While the teaser recently generated attention, the film’s name quickly became the center of legal challenges and public criticism, intensifying the debate around creative freedom and community sensitivity. Ghooskhor Pandat lands in legal trouble Mumbai based advocate Ashutosh Dubey has sent a legal notice to Netflix and the film’s makers, demanding that the title be withdrawn immediately. In the notice, he described the title as “defamatory, community vilifying, unconstitutional, and socially incendiary.” He argued that pairing a term associated with bribery with the word “Pandit,” which he said is “deeply rooted in Indian civilisation” and traditionally represents scholarship, spiritual authority, ethical conduct, and social respect, unfairly links “criminality and moral depravity” to a respected community identity. The notice further states that such usage is “per se offensive” and “objectionable,” adding that corruption is “an individual moral failing and should not be projected as a community trait.” The matter has also reached the Delhi High Court, where advocate Vineet Jindal filed a petition seeking a stay on the film’s release. According to the plea, the use of “Pandat” in the title and narrative “amounts to collective defamation,” as it allegedly associates a recognised religious and social designation with corruption and bribery, thereby “maligning and lowering the reputation of an entire community in the eyes of the public.” The petition also argues that constitutional protections are being violated and that freedom of speech does not extend to “hate speech, defamation, or content that undermines communal harmony, public order, and constitutional morality.” Dubey’s notice similarly stressed that creative freedom should not become a shield for material that harms the dignity of a community. All about the controversy The controversy has gained further traction on social media. Supreme Court lawyer Shashank Shekhar Jha wrote on X, “Hello Netflix India, normalisation of hatred against Pandits and Brahmins won’t be tolerated. I’ll see you in Court.” Critics have also suggested that if corruption was the central theme, neutral terms like “Officer” or “Babu” could have been used instead of referencing a community, with one commenter claiming the choice reflects a pattern of demonising certain groups. So far, neither Netflix nor the filmmakers have issued an official response to the legal notice or the petition. With legal proceedings underway and criticism continuing to mount, the fate of the film’s title and its release now remains uncertain.
05 February,2026 01:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentArijit Singh on 27th January announced his decision to retire from playback singing. His decision has sent shockwaves across the film and music industry, with composers, filmmakers, and fans expressing disbelief. Amid this, Abhijeet Sawant has opened up about the harsh realities of the Indian music industry, highlighting how playback singers are often underpaid and exploited. Abhijeet Sawant on exploitation in music industry Appearing on Pentarise Studios’ YouTube channel, Abhijeet addressed, “People don’t want the singers to become bigger than the film itself. That’s why they are paid a certain amount. Musicians still don’t receive royalties for film music. So Biddu, who worked on Lafzon Mein, also did a couple of songs in the West, and he gets so much royalty payment from those two songs that he can survive his whole life on that money. We don’t even get enough money to sustain our livelihood." The Indian Idol contestant also candidly spoke about how singers often compromise for fame, revealing the exploitation prevalent in the music industry. “They have created a system like that. Singers are themselves greedy for opportunities, and they know that ‘if this song gets released in my voice, with some big star lip-syncing, then I can use this song for my entire life.’ Singers themselves don’t want money, because they just want to sing the song or work with a certain producer. We accept whatever amount we get, because if we don’t do it, someone else will. We get exploited a lot." About Arijit Singh’s retirement In a long post on X (formerly known as Twitter), Arijit Singh shared the news about retiring as a playback vocalist. He said, "Hello, Happy New Year to all. I want to thank you for giving me so much of love all these years as listeners. I am happy to announce that I am not gonna be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on. I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey." Despite retirement, Arijit’s voice will be there in some of the films he has worked on. He collaborated with Salman Khan on Battle of Galwan. He has also lent his voice to O’Romeo, starring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri. Arijit has collaborated with the composer duo Salim-Sulaiman for a brand-new single titled Into You. The peppy romantic number, which has been jointly crooned by Arijit and Ananya Sharma, has reached the audience ahead of Valentine’s Day.
05 February,2026 12:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAfter streaming for three seasons, Prime Video India’s popular crime thriller show Mirzapur is back in a bigger and better format. After ruling the OTT space, the franchise has now transcended to big screens as it gears up for a major showdown. While the cast shared glimpses of the wrap-up party from the sets, the makers have now surprised netizens by unveiling a new poster and release date for the crime drama. Mirzapur: The Film release date On Thursday, the makers and cast of Mirzapur took to Instagram to share the first poster of Mirzapur: The Movie. The still shows a cavalry of gangsters heading out into the desert. Along with the poster, the makers announced September 4 as the theatrical release date of Mirzapur: The Movie, promising audiences a larger-than-life cinematic experience rooted in the gritty world they love. The caption along with the poster read: “Ab dekhiye bhaukaal bade parde par. Watch MirzapurTheMovie releasing at your nearest theatres on 4th September. Dekhiye MirzapurTheMovie, 4 September ko aapke nazdeeki cinemagharon mein.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Excel Entertainment (@excelmovies) About Mirzapur cast Directed by Gurmmeet Singh, the film brings back iconic characters of Mirzapur — Kaleen Bhaiya (Pankaj Tripathi), Guddu Pandit (Ali Fazal), and marks the much-anticipated comeback of Munna Bhaiya (Divyenndu), one of the franchise’s most loved characters. Now, for the first time ever, the cult saga of Mirzapur steps into cinemas, transforming its beloved world into an epic big-screen experience. The ensemble cast also includes Jitendra Kumar, Ravi Kishan, Abhishek Banerjee, Rasika Duggal, Shweta Tripathi, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Harshita Gaur, Sushant Singh, Mohit Malik, Sheeba Chadha, Rajesh Tailang, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Sonal Chauhan, Pramod Pathak, and Anangsha Biswas. Set against the violent, power-hungry backdrop of Uttar Pradesh’s underworld, Mirzapur aims to capture the raw energy and intense clashes over crime, politics, and legacy that made the original series a cultural phenomenon. The film was wrapped up on February 1. Announcing the shoot wrap on social media, actress Shweta Tripathi shared a picture of the clapperboard with the text, "Mirzapur: The Film Wrapped.” Ali Fazal also gave insight into his journey and wrote on social media, “YEH SILSILA lamba hai. It’s just a journey of some Love and some Hate. Mirzapur: The Film wraps its final schedule. Nani ki aawaaz mein Badayuni sa’ab ka ek sher haath lag gaya… yahaan uska hona laazim hai.”
05 February,2026 11:55 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Siddhant Chaturvedi, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film Do Deewane Seher Mein, has traced his journey of polishing his language for cinema. The actor attended the trailer launch of the film in the city on Wednesday, and spoke about his upbringing in Uttar Pradesh, his Bhojpuri roots, and the quiet struggles that came with language, confidence, and self-expression when he first arrived in Mumbai. The actor hails from Ballia, Uttar Pradesh. He shared how his roots shaped his accent and the worldview. Talking about his character in the film, he said, “For me, this was always personal. When I came to Mumbai, for the first five-six years, even my Hindi was broken. I used to speak in Bhojpuri”. He went on to reflect on how language can quietly impact confidence, especially for those who migrate to big cities carrying regional identities. Siddhant spoke about navigating broken Hindi, learning English slowly, and even becoming conscious of pronunciation nuances like the often-spoken ‘sa’ and ‘sha’ divide, a challenge many Indians from different regions face but rarely speak about openly. “It’s not about if you are from UP, Bihar, Rajasthan, Gujarat, the North-East or even Nepal. There’s always a language barrier. And when you are conscious about something like that, it somewhere affects your confidence”, he added. What made the moment even more relatable was Siddhant’s honesty about learning and adapting without losing himself, from picking up English gradually to self-correcting speech patterns through lived experience rather than formal training. He even recalled how falling in love for the first time, with someone from Chennai who spoke fluent English, became an unexpected learning curve, both emotionally and linguistically. Do Deewane Seher Mein is set to arrive in cinemas on February 20, 2026. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
05 February,2026 10:47 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSSmriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal’s wedding was poised to be the internet’s next heart-melting moment. But celebrations came to an abrupt halt when Smriti’s father fell seriously ill, leading to several other speculations. While they requested privacy and confirmed that the wedding is called off, actor Nandish Sandhu, who was a part of the wedding, recalled what happened at the occasion. Nandish Sandhu on Palash-Smriti wedding Speaking to Miss Malini, Nandish refused to comment on the infidelity accusations against Palash and said, “It’s better not to say anything on that right now. And let Palash speak from his side.” Recalling what happened in Sangli, he said, “I’d gone for the wedding. That didn’t happen. And I just got to know that it’s not happening at the moment.” According to him, the postponement was initially attributed to a medical emergency in Smriti Mandhana’s family. “It’s postponed because what came out in the news, the same thing was there. Conveyed to you guys. Conveyed to everybody. Smriti’s dad wasn’t well. He was in the hospital. And that’s why everything has been postponed," Nandish explained. He added, “Later on, I got to know through news and media that this is what has been printed and this is happening. And I feel bad about it." The actor also spoke emotionally about the couple’s relationship, saying he had personally witnessed their bond over the years. “Whatever the reason might have been, the wedding didn’t happen," he said. “And you know, I’ve seen the love. I’ve seen how madly they were in love for the last five, six years. They were such a cute, nice couple," he added. About Palash and Smriti Palash Muchhal and Smriti Mandhana were earlier set to marry on November 23, 2025. Later, the wedding was called off, and as per reports, the singer was accused of infidelity. Palash was recently in the news after he cheated a producer of Rs 40 lakhs. Recalling what happened at the wedding, Vidnyan Mane said, “I was at the wedding celebrations (November 23, 2025) when he was caught red-handed with another woman in bed. Bhayanak scene tha, he was beaten up by the Indian female cricketers.”
05 February,2026 10:42 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Ahan Shetty, who is receiving a lot of good response to his work in the recently released film Border 2, has said that swimming feels like therapy to him, as it untangles his mind and body, and cuts down on stress. The actor spoke with IANS after the film’s release and said swimming allows him to focus better, and tunes his mind. He told IANS, “For me, it also is kind of like therapy. It just kind of shuts out all the noise and I'm just focusing whether that be in the gym or if I'm playing cricket or paddle or football or swimming. Also, because of the amount of activity we do in our day-to-day life, swimming helps put less stress on the body, but still helps tone the body in a great way”. He added, “So I think that's a very important exercise. And I love doing my ice baths as well. That also helps release some stress and anxiety, and definitely has a lot of benefits in terms of recovery for the body. So I guess just being underwater for me benefits me emotionally, mentally and physically”. Border 2 follows the story of the Battle of Basantar. It was one of the vital battles fought as part of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 in the western sector of India. The Indian troops won a hard-fought battle that secured this area in the Punjab and Jammu sector. The film is directed by Anurag Singh, known for Kesari, suggesting a treatment that combines battlefield realism with character-driven storytelling. Production responsibilities are said to be shared by J. P. Dutta’s banner along with major studio backing, indicating a significantly higher budget and contemporary production values. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
05 February,2026 10:27 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSActor Eesha Rebba has filed an official complaint over receiving an abusive comment from a fake account on Instagram, said the Banjara Hills Police, adding that an investigation has been initiated based on an FIR registered under the IT Act. According to the complaint, the actor alleged that an individual posted "obscene" and "defamatory" comment about her on social media, causing her emotional distress and public humiliation. "During the course of promotions, an obscene, sexually explicit, and defamatory comment was posted on a public social media page by an individual operating a meme/social media account. The language used in the comment is deeply disturbing, derogatory, and amounts to mental harassment. Such content not only targets my dignity as a woman but also causes severe emotional distress and public humiliation. This incident has caused significant mental turmoil and anxiety. Unfortunately, this is not an isolated occurrence, and similar abusive comments continue to surface repeatedly, indicating a growing pattern of misuse of social media platforms to harass and intimidate individuals under the guise of anonymity and freedom of expression," Rebba said, as per the FIR. Along with details of the alleged offender, the actress sought concerned authorities to look into the matter and take appropriate action against the misuse of digital platforms for harassment and obscenity. "I respectfully request the concerned authorities to kindly look into this issue, take appropriate action as deemed fit under the relevant provisions of law, and ensure accountability for the misuse of digital platforms for harassment and obscenity. I am ready to cooperate fully with the investigation and provide any further information, evidence, or clarification required," she added. Eesha Rebba and Tharun Bhascker Dhaassyam have worked together in the Telugu-language film titled Om Shanti Shanti Shanthi. Directed by AR Sajeev, the film is currently running in theatres. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
05 February,2026 10:10 AM IST | Hyderabad | ANIActress Sreeleela wished for her mother to be her 'Amma in every lifetime' in a heartfelt birthday post on social media. Wishing her mother on her special day, Sreeleela published a couple of sweet photos of the mother and daughter duo on her IG. She admitted that her mother is the one who showed her what selfless love is. Sreeleela said that her mother has always taught her to be a brave person who can handle any situation. Her birthday post for her Amma went like this, "Happy Birthday, Amma...24/7 entertainment...365 days of emotional support...As we walk through everyday life, I see what selfless love truly looks like. I love what we share—you teach me to be brave, and I teach you how to handle a storm with a little wit. (sic)" View this post on Instagram A post shared by SREELEELA (@sreeleela14) "May you always be my Amma in all my lifetimes. Thank you for manufacturing me," she added. Her post further included a black-and-white photo of her mother from her younger days. On the work front, Sreeleela has come onboard Dhanush's D55, which is being made under the direction of Rajkumar Periasamy. The makers made the exciting announcement on social media with the following post, "You didn’t see this coming. Welcoming the dazzling damsel sreeleela14 on board D55." The post had a photo of Sreeleela and Dhanush together. It must be noted that this will be Sreeleela's primary collaboration with Dhanush. Recently, a first-look video from the movie titled 'The Name is Kara' was also unveiled by the makers. Going by the initial glimpse, Dhanush will be seen in a serious and intense role in his next. Over and above this, Sreeleela will also be seen romancing Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan in Anurag Basu's forthcoming romantic entertainer. Touted to be a romantic entertainer, this yet untitled drama will also mark the Bollywood debut of Sreeleela. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
05 February,2026 09:53 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSDisha Patani and singer Talwiinder have been rumoured to be dating after they were spotted at Nupur Sanon and Stebin Ben’s wedding. The couple was later spotted hand-in-hand at an event. While they have refrained from commenting on their relationship status so far, the singer has now reacted to the claims for the first time. He even opened up about his face video going viral. Talwiinder on relationship with Disha Patani Speaking about the ongoing speculation, he said to The Hollywood Reporter India, “We are still discovering ourselves. Still figuring out ourselves. I would just like to leave it at that because if they’re going to try to spread the rumours, I am going to let the rumours be rumours." However, when asked directly whether he is in love with Disha Patani, Talwiinder’s response instantly grabbed headlines. He said, “I fall in love every day. I am falling in love right now." Talwiinder on his viral video Singer Talwiinder, who is known for always covering his face with a mask, reacted to the viral videos in which his face was revealed. He said, "I woke up to the video, I saw my face everywhere. I was not in the right state of mind when I saw it; I felt like my face was snatched away from me. My world turned upside down. You're seeing people making content on it. For the person who gave the video to the media, for what, for Rs 5,000, Rs 10,000, Rs 20,000, Rs 50,000? You literally just killed someone’s dream." Despite the breach of his privacy, Talwiinder makes it clear that he has no interest in playing the victim or shying away from attention. "What kind of artist complains about getting this much attention? Sab ko apna ghar chalana hai (Everyone has to run their house). It’s okay if I’m getting used in the process. As long as somebody’s getting views, they’re happy, I’m happy," he added. On the professional front, Disha will next be seen in director Vishal Bhardwaj's O'Romeo, featuring actors Shahid Kapoor, Triptii Dimri, Nana Patekar, Farida Jalal, Vikrant Massey, and others. She also has Awarapan 2 in her kitty.
05 February,2026 09:45 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVeteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai has come out in support of his longtime collaborator and Oscar-winning music composer AR Rahman, following the latter's recent "communal" remarks about Bollywood. Speaking to ANI, Ghai, who has worked with Rahman in films like Taal, Kisna, and Yuvvraaj, stated that his comments were widely misinterpreted. "I have known AR Rahman since 1994. It has been several years. I go to his house. We still meet in the studio and we are still friends. Throughout the years, I never heard anything of this sort that he believes in the communal difference in the industry. I have always seen him believing in spirituality and humanity but never seen him talking about religion. He has written so many bhajans as well as Sufi songs. I was surprised when I heard such things. It is being unnecessarily exaggerated and stretched. He is not like that. The film industry is the most secular industry and we work like brothers," the filmmaker said. Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman, in a recent interview on the BBC Asian Network, said that work from the Hindi film industry has slowed for him in recent years, attributing it to changing dynamics in the industry over the past eight years. Reacting to the same, the Oscar-winning composer, in a video message, shared how music has always been his way of staying connected with people and traditions. He went on to add that "intentions" can sometimes be "misunderstood", but his purpose has always been to serve through music. "I have never wished to cause pain, and I hope my sincerity is felt. I feel blessed to be Indian, which enables me to create a space that always allows freedom of expression and celebrates multicultural voices," he said. Rahman's remarks have been receiving reactions from all corners of the industry. Earlier, actors like Kangana Ranaut, Paresh Rawal and Ranvir Shorey also weighed in on the matter. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
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