The Bombay High Court has moved to protect the personality rights of veteran actor and politician Shatrughan Sinha, ruling that his iconic dialogue “Khamosh” is exclusively associated with his public persona and cannot be used without authorization. The interim order restrains individuals and online platforms from misusing his name, image, voice, or distinctive style, particularly for commercial purposes or through artificial intelligence generated content. Shatrughan Sinha's khamosh gets a ruling The order was passed by Justice Sharmila Deshmukh, who observed that Sinha’s trademark dialogue delivery and screen presence are inseparably linked to his identity in the public domain. The court agreed that unauthorized usage of these attributes amounts to a violation of his personality rights and could potentially harm his reputation and goodwill. Sinha had approached the court alleging widespread misuse of his identity across digital platforms. His legal team argued that his famous catchphrase and unique style have become symbolic of his persona over decades in cinema and public life. The court recognized that such distinctive elements deserve protection under the law, especially in an era where digital manipulation is increasingly common. Bombay HC issues the hearing in Sinha's favour The High Court directed websites, social media platforms, and other online entities to immediately take down infringing content and refrain from publishing similar material in the future. It also took note of the growing misuse of artificial intelligence tools to create deepfake videos and manipulated audio clips that imitate celebrities without consent. Such AI generated content, the court said, can mislead the public and damage an individual’s carefully built public image. The ruling reflects a broader shift in India’s legal landscape, where courts are increasingly acknowledging and safeguarding personality rights. Public figures have been seeking judicial intervention to prevent unauthorized endorsements, fake profiles, and digitally altered content that exploits their identity for profit or attention. Although the current order is interim and the matter will be heard further, it sends a strong message about respecting individual identity in the digital age. By recognizing that “Khamosh” is uniquely tied to Shatrughan Sinha’s persona, the court has reinforced the principle that a celebrity’s name, voice, image, and signature style cannot be commercially or digitally exploited without permission.
21 February,2026 08:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentDirector Ravi Udyawar, who has helmed the recently released film Do Deewane Seher Mein, has spoken about the logistics of the film and how he arrived at the colour palette of the film. He spoke with IANS during the promotions of the film and shared insights into the look and feel of the film and its visual texture. Ravi Udaywar on the visual texture of the film The director told IANS, “I think every film has its own canvas. I'm an artist, I paint. I remember so Abhiruchi Chand has written the story and she's also written the screenplay. We spent a lot of time together. Every film has emotional highs and lows. And so the minute you decide, ‘Okay, these are the characters,’ when you fixate on that, a lot of things fall into place”. Ravi shared that the film talks about the flaws within and how one has to accept them. He said, “The minute you open it, it changes the world. Like the person that you're hiding, in today's world, you always show the best side of you. So the flaw is always hidden. The minute you show that, because this is who you are, is when you connect, is when everything gets easier because you're not scared of anything. You're like, ‘Okay, this is who I am’. Even the characters’ outfit, there is a colour journey”. “Like you see them finding their own self. So it's a discovery of colour. They're very different as people. And when they find their true identity is when they find their colour and the colours bring out. When you fall in love, you start liking colours. So all that, you see it beautifully designed to the film. And that's how it's designed. We've made the city of Mumbai as the character as it always had that softer, romantic side to it”, he added. Mrunal Thakur on her role in the film Mrunal has shed light on her character, her thought process in the film, and how similar some of these things were for her personally. The actress said that she realised during the narration that her character, Roshni, in the film, is someone who hides behind the glasses. She told IANS, "When Abhiruchi was narrating the story in Ravi sir's other office, I was just sitting there, and she said something very beautiful. She said that Roshni always tries to hide behind the glasses. And there were such moments in my life also, maybe there were times where even if I knew the answer, I would just stay quiet. That was something that I resonated the most with Roshni, even Shashank's character in that case, because a lot of people don't have that confidence. What they look like from outside, they are not like that inside". She further mentioned, "And I just feel like I had to be a part of this movie because there are so many people like Roshni and Shashank (played by Siddhant Chaturvedi) who are dealing with their own troubles and their own securities and they're just not able to break those barriers. Because they have the talent, they have the ability, but they have this seed in their mind that they are not good enough or they are not better than their sister or they're less. So in these comparisons, we always forget ourselves. We don't want to go out there". Do Deewane Seher Mein is currently playing in theatres near you!
21 February,2026 04:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Soha Ali Khan gave a candid peek into the Naruto-themed birthday celebrations of her nephew Jeh, revealing that the cake-cutting ceremony was nothing short of delightful chaos. Soha took to Instagram to share a string of images from the birthday party. The pictures featured Soha, Saif Ali Khan, Kareena, Karisma Kapoor, Saba Pataudi, Neha Dhupia, several children, and Jeh, who seemed to be at the centre of the cheerful mayhem, even if he wasn’t clearly visible in the frames. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Soha (@sakpataudi) Taking to social media, Soha shared snapshots from the celebration and wrote, “Blink and he’s five. Cake cutting photos have to be chaos. Can see the cake - birthday boy, not so much! (But we could hear him) And through it all is Bebo looking as cool as a cucumber - how??!!” Kareena married Saif Ali Khan in 2012, in an intimate ceremony in Mumbai, following a five-year courtship. The couple welcomed their second child, Jehangir Ali Khan, on February 21, 2021. The two had welcomed their first son, Taimur, in 2016. On the work front, Soha, who is married to actor-filmmaker Kunal Kemmu, was last seen in the horror drama Chhorii 2, where she played an impactful portrayal of Daasi Maa. Directed by Vishal Furia, the film is a sequel to the 2021 thriller Chhorii. Starring Nushrratt Bharuccha in the lead, the sequel also featured key performances by Gashmeer Mahajani and Saurabh Goyal, among others. The film, produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, and Vikram Malhotra, was released on 11 April 2025. She is set to star in the upcoming film Bridge. Soha started her acting career with the romantic comedy film Dil Maange More in 2004, and is best known for her role in the drama film Rang De Basanti and the romance film Ahista Ahista. In 2017, she authored a book, The Perils of Being Moderately Famous. 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
21 February,2026 02:06 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSThe Supreme Court on Thursday granted regular bail to Bollywood filmmaker Vikram Bhatt and his wife, Shwetambari, in connection with an alleged Rs 30 crore fraud case. The couple was arrested at their Mumbai residence on December 7, 2025, after a complaint was filed against them by a Udaipur-based doctor. After getting bail, Vikram Bhatt addressed the media and opened up about his jail term. Vikram Bhatt on his jail term “I have spent two and a half months in jail. I was not only hopeful but also completely confident that the law and order here, and the truth, will definitely come out. I made a friend in jail who told me about the nature of the soil of Mewar. He told me that truth may be troubled in the soil of Mewar, but it cannot be defeated. I am leaving from here after applying the tilak of the same soil of Mewar. Truth will always remain victorious here,” he said, as quoted by Hindustan Times. “This is the paanchva dhaam (fifth abode). I am a devotee of Lord Krishna. I lived in the very place where Lord Krishna was born. Understand that I am coming out twice as good as I was before. Like Lord Krishna, I have to fight a new battle. I don’t want to say much about law and order. I have complete faith in this country’s legal system. Whatever justice is done will be in everyone’s interest,” he added. About the case An FIR was registered on November 17 at Bhupalpura police station, Udaipur, against Vikram Bhatt and eight others by Dr Ajay Murdia, owner of the Indira Group and Indira IVF. The complainant alleged that the director and his associates collected funds under the pretext of producing a biopic based on his wife. Bhatt allegedly assured him that an investment of Rs 7 crore could generate four films with a projected return of Rs 100–200 crore. Following this, multiple transfers were made into the accounts of various individuals associated with Bhatt's team. According to the complaint, only two films were completed and released. The third film, Vishwa Virat, is reportedly only 25 per cent completed, while the fourth, Maharana-Ran, has not yet begun. Bhatt is accused of misappropriating Rs 25 crore meant for the fourth film. Murdia alleged that the money was siphoned off by showing fake bills and receipts.
21 February,2026 01:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentShah Rukh Khan’s King is one of the most anticipated films of the year. The film features an ensemble cast, with Arshad Warsi also being a part of the project. The actor has now opened up about his experience of being a part of the film. He called SRK a wonderful human being and even recalled how the actor, along with his daughter, met him in his room during the Poland shoot. Arshad Warsi on King with SRK Talking about the Poland schedule of the film, Arshad Warsi shared that when director Siddharth Anand came to meet him in his room, Shah Rukh Khan also joined him and brought his daughter, Suhana, along with him to meet. “In no time Siddharth was there, Shah Rukh was there, Suhana was there… the entire team was there to come and meet me,” Arshad Warsi shared. Calling Shah Rukh Khan a “wonderful human being,” Arshad Warsi added, “I always say he is one of the people who has given my profession dignity. He has made us look so good all over the world. People like him, people like Amitabh Bachchan and Dilip Kumar — they have given our profession so much dignity. They are well-behaved, talented, and well-spoken… made us look good. The whole industry owes itself to these guys.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) Unstoppable action is what we got in the first look of King, which was unveiled on Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday on November 2. He later shared a poster revealing his rugged look and confirmed that the film will release in December 2026. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film features an ensemble cast including Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Abhay Verma, Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, and Saurabh Shukla, among many others. Arshad Warsi’s upcoming movies Made under the direction of Indra Kumar, Dhamaal 4 will retain the core cast of the popular franchise, including Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Sanjay Mishra, and Jaaved Jaaferi. Joining in on the fun, Esha Gupta, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Anjali Anand, and Ravi Kishan will also be a part of the cast this time. The film is all set to release on June 12. Apart from this, he also has Welcome to the Jungle in his kitty, which will release this year. Made under the direction of Ahmed Khan, the laughter ride enjoys an ensemble cast, with Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav, Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, Shreyas Talpade, Aftab Shivdasani, Jackie Shroff, Mika Singh, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, and Disha Patani playing crucial roles, along with others.
21 February,2026 01:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOn her 35th death anniversary on Saturday, actor Mohnish Bahl remembered his mother, legendary actress Nutan and paid a heartfelt tribute to the late star. Mohnish took to Instagram, where he shared a monochrome picture of Nutan, who was noted for her naturalistic acting in parts of conflicted women often deemed unconventional. For the caption, he simply dropped red hearts and a folded hand emoji. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mohnish Bahl (@mohnish_bahl) In a career spanning four decades and a filmography of almost 100 films, ranging from urban romances to socio-realist dramas, Nutan made her debut at the age of 14 in the 1950 film Hamari Beti, directed by her mother. She was known for her work in films such as Sujata, Bandini, Milan, Main Tulsi Tere Aangan Ki, Anari, Chhalia, Tere Ghar Ke Saamne, Khandan, Saraswatichandra, Anuraag, and Saudagar, to name a few. She worked with the top leading men of the 50s and 60s, such as Dev Anand, Raj Kapoor, Ashok Kumar, Sunil Dutt, Nasir Khan, Balraj Sahni and Pradeep Kumar. She also worked with acclaimed directors like Hrishikesh Mukherjee, Bimal Roy and Vijay Anand. Nutan was last seen in the film Insaniyat in 1994, in which she appeared posthumously. The legendary star was married to naval Lieutenant-Commander Rajnish Bahl from 1959 until her death from breast cancer in 1991. Talking about her son, Mohnish debuted with the film Bekarar in a supporting role opposite Padmini Kolhapure and Sanjay Dutt. He was then seen in Teri Bahon Mein, a remake of The Blue Lagoon with Ayesha Dutt, the wife of Jackie Shroff. His only commercial success in a leading role was Purana Mandir. He was then seen in Hum Aapke Hain Koun and Hum Saath-Saath Hain, both of which are considered landmark films that transformed Hindi Cinema. He has starred in over 100 films. Mohnish’s daughter, Pranutan Bahl, made her acting debut with Notebook in 2019. She has since starred in Helmet and Amar Prem Ki Prem Kahani. 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
21 February,2026 01:07 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSNetflix has unveiled the gripping trailer of Accused, a layered psychological drama thriller directed by Anubhuti Kashyap and produced by Dharma Productions. Starring Konkona Sen Sharma and Pratibha Rannta, the film, releasing on February 27, the haunting new drama unpacks power, bias and emotional fracture as a celebrated doctor’s life unravels under public scrutiny. Accused trailer The trailer offers a haunting glimpse into the life of Dr. Geetika Sen, a celebrated and respected surgeon and gynecologist whose world begins to unravel after allegations of sexual misconduct surface at her workplace. As scrutiny intensifies and public judgment grows louder, the fracture seeps into her most intimate space: her marriage to Dr. Meera. Set against an atmosphere of quiet tension and emotional restraint, Accused resists sensationalism, instead choosing to sit with ambiguity. It explores what happens when certainty collapses, and perception begins to reshape reality. The film does not rush toward answers; it lingers in discomfort, asking the audience to confront their own biases and question the fragility of truth itself. Speaking about the trailer, director Anubhuti Kashyap said, “With Accused, I wanted to explore what happens when we are denied clarity. The trailer reflects the emotional stillness and unease that runs through the film. I’m grateful to Netflix for backing a story that resists easy answers and allows ambiguity to breathe.” Konkona Sen Sharma and Pratibha Rannta on Accused Talking about her character in the film, Konkona Sen Sharma, who plays Dr. Geetika Sen, shared, “Geetika is a woman used to control, of her work, her credibility, her space. What moved me was her internal collapse under scrutiny. I’m glad Netflix is bringing a story like this to audiences, one that trusts performance and silence over spectacle.” Pratibha Rannta, who essays the role of Dr. Meera, said, “Playing Meera meant living in that messy space where you want to trust, but your heart isn't sure. She’s fragile, flawed, and so deeply human. I’m so glad Netflix tells these kinds of real, complicated stories about women.” Accused challenges conventional narratives by telling the story from the accused's perspective, a lens rarely explored in Indian cinema. With restrained performances and a measured directorial voice, the film navigates themes of power, vulnerability, bias, and emotional survival. Accused premieres on February 27, only on Netflix.
21 February,2026 12:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTaapsee Pannu and Kangana Ranaut have carved a niche for themselves in the industry despite having no backing. The actresses have been vocal about how nepotism has affected their careers. However, there has been friction between them ever since Kangana’s sister, Rangoli, called Taapsee a ‘sasti copy’ of her sister. Addressing the remark, the Badla actress stated that she is open to friendship with Kangana and respects her. Taapsee addresses feud with Kangana In an interview with Shubhankar Mishra, the actress said, “I don’t know when I ever fought. A fight happens when two people clash. I never clashed. You tell me — have I ever said even a single line against her? Her sister called me a ‘cheap copy.’ She said that since I don’t earn as much money here, that makes me cheap. If she is such a brilliant actress, I have no problem being called her copy. You can take out any statement of mine — I haven’t said anything against her.” Taapsee also admitted that someone must have benefitted from their fight. “I don’t know about them, but someone or the other must have benefited in some way. I do feel that someone must have gained from it,” she added. When asked whether she would be open to a friendship with Kangana, the Pink actress said, “Absolutely. I’ve always said that if I ever see her around, I will definitely go up to her… Technically, she is my senior. Why wouldn’t I go up to her and respectfully say hello? What her response would be, I can’t guarantee. I can only guarantee my own behaviour. Honestly, I don’t have anything in my heart against her.” About Taapsee and Kangana’s feud The controversy dates back to 2019, when Taapsee praised the trailer of Kangana Ranaut’s film Judgementall Hai Kya without mentioning Kangana by name. Rangoli Chandel, Kangana’s sister, took offence and posted on X (formerly Twitter), “Kuch log Kangana ko copy kar ke hi apni dukaan chalate hain, magar pls note, they never acknowledge her, not even a mention of her name in praising the trailer. Last I heard, Taapsee ji said Kangana needs a double filter, and Taapsee ji, you need to stop being a sasti copy.” The post was later deleted, but the remark became a widely discussed topic. On the work front, Taapsee’s recently released courtroom drama, Assi, is garnering praise. She will next be seen in Kanika Dhillon’s Gandhari.
21 February,2026 11:33 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBasking in the success of Mardaani 3, actor Rani Mukerji has described the film's milestones as "deeply personal". The film, which opened in theatres last month, has taken the Mardaani franchise forward by becoming the highest-grossing instalment. Mardaani 3 has collected Rs 47.55 crore in India, surpassing the earnings of the previous films that made Rs 47.51 crore (Mardaani 2) and Rs 35.86 crore (Mardaani) respectively. It also earned Rs 71.70 crore, beating the previous instalments by a great margin. Thrilled over having delivered a hat-trick of hits with the Mardaani films, Rani Mukerji said, "I have always believed that Mardaani is not just a film, it is a voice -- a voice for every woman who refuses to be silenced. The love and success of Mardaani 3 feels deeply personal because it tells me that audiences are not just watching someone like Shivani Shivaji Roy's journey; they are standing with her for justice, for the victory of good over evil. This franchise stood for courage, for the resilience that women carry within them every single day. I am grateful, humbled, and more determined than ever to continue telling stories that matter," as per the press release. Reflecting on the hat-trick of hits with Mardaani, she explained how the films discuss important social issues. "It will always be a call to address such crimes head-on and tell us not to look away because it might not be affecting us. Even if one girl is affected, targeted, and attacked, it is the failure of our society that we haven't been able to protect her," she concluded. Directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra, Mardaani 3 marks the return of Rani Mukerji as the tough and fearless cop Shivani Shivaji Roy. The film also features a new villain, with Mallika Prasad as the merciless, evil, and powerful Amma, who is shown as responsible for handling a beggar mafia, mostly targeting child victims. 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
21 February,2026 11:32 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIVeteran actor Anupam Kher enjoyed some quality time with his new young friends, whom he first met on the Versova-MadhIsland Jetti. Kher accidentally met the young boys again on Friday on the road and remembered that they had asked him for colour pencil boxes during their first meeting. Keeping his promise, Kher bought them these colours. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anupam Kher (@anupampkher) Not just that, Kher even made a video with the kids, which he uploaded on his official social media handle. In the clip, these boys were happily seen flaunting the gifts, while stating their names and the class they are in. They further shared that they belong to Ahmedabad and study in a Gujarati medium school. "Meet my new young friends! I remembered meeting them on the Versova-MadhIsland Jetti (boat) and they had asked me for colour pencil box. So I stopped my car and happily got them what they wanted. All of us were so happy. StreetsOfMumbai Friends (sic)," Kher penned the caption. On the work front, Kher will soon be seen reprising his beloved character Kamal Kishore Khosla in the second installment of the 2006 film Khosla Ka Ghosla! Made under the direction of Dibakar Banerjee, the original drama revolved around Kamal Kishore Khosla, a middle-class Delhiite, and his family, who leave no stone unturned to reclaim their land, which has been wrongfully seized by a corrupt builder, Khurana. The much-discussed sequel will have some familiar names from the cast of the original drama, such as Boman Irani, Parvin Dabas, Ranvir Shorey, Kiran Juneja, and Tara Sharma, along with some fresh faces such as Ravi Kishan. In addition to this, Kher is also working on his next with acclaimed director Sooraj Barjatya. While the cast, crew, and storyline of the upcoming project have been kept under wraps for now, Kher keeps on posting glimpses from his shoot diaries on social media. 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
21 February,2026 11:23 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Lara Dutta admitted that even at the age of 80, her mother continues to teach her some valuable life lessons. In a heartfelt birthday post for her mommy dear, Lara shared that despite suffering from Alzheimer's and Dementia for some time now, her mother has no complaints about life. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lara Dutta Bhupathi (@larabhupathi) "My (red heart emoji) is full!! My beautiful, gentle ( not so gentle when we were growing up!) mumma, turns 80 today!! She’s been living with Alzheimer’s and dementia for a while now but everyday I’m still learning life lessons from her…..(sic)", the Partner actress wrote on her official Instagram handle. Other than living life with gratitude, Lara confessed that her mother also taught her some valuable life lessons. Listing them in the caption, she went on to write, " never complain about life. Regardless of how a day is going….its a good day! - Have faith - When the music plays, always dance if you can, or at the very least, catch the beat! - Smile and laugh your cares away ….." Lara loves to include her InstaFam in her celebrations with her loved ones through her social media posts. On February 16, she completed 15 years of marital bliss with her husband, Mahesh Bhupathi. Marking the milestone, Lara revealed that even after such a long time, they continue to choose each other every single day. The former Miss Universe added that her relationship with her husband is like that of fire and air. She keeps starting flames, while her husband is responsible for fanning them out. The Andaaz actress wished her hubby on their anniversary with the post that read, "15 years of Fire ( ME) + Air ( HIM) = me starting the flames, him fanning them ferociously … and somehow we haven’t burned the house down…….. yet!!! We’ve mastered the art of: • Annoying each other professionally • Fighting like it’s a sport • Pretending we’re not competitive • And still choosing each other every day. mbhupathi". 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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