Actor Prakash Raj's mother, Swarnalatha Raj, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026, and her funeral took place on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. The videos and pictures of the same were circulated widely on social media, and netizens expressed their condolences. Prakash Raj slams fake tweet Amid all this, an X user shared a screenshot of a tweet in which Prakash Raj mocked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his mother Hiraben. The user pointed out the irony in condoling the actor's mother's demise when the actor had disrespected the PM's mother. The fake tweet read, "Rest in peace Hiraben Modi. ... But you had given birth to a rascala who is spoiling India Just_Asking (sic)." However, the Singham actor took to X (Twitter) to slam the netizen and revealed that it was actually a fake tweet. Raj tweeted, "Bigots creating a FAKE tweet in my name and abusing their own leader on AprilFoolsDay .. the joke is on you Fools 😂😂😂 justasking (sic)." Bigots creating a FAKE tweet in my name and abusing their own leader on #AprilFoolsDay .. the joke is on you Fools 😂😂😂 #justasking https://t.co/7ZC2ygmrFN — Prakash Raj (@prakashraaj) April 1, 2026 Prakash Raj is known for always giving it back to trolls on social media. His tweets often go viral, and sometimes also result in controversies. Prakash Raj's mother passes away After his mother's funeral on Tuesday, Raj posted on X (Twitter), "Thank you each n everyone for your kindness and thoughtful words . It meant a lot to me and my family in these moments of grief. Thank you Amma for everything.. love you .. will miss you (sic)." 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 Thank you each n everyone for your kindness and thoughtful words . It meant a lot to me and my family in these moments of grief. Thank you Amma for everything.. love you .. will miss you 💔 pic.twitter.com/IJHs4k4Ob1 — Prakash Raj (@prakashraaj) March 31, 2026 Swarnalatha reportedly breathed her last on Sunday morning at her residence after battling health issues associated with old age. She had been unwell for some time, and her condition had gradually deteriorated. Family members confirmed that her last rites will be held in Bengaluru later in the day, with close relatives, friends, and members of the film industry expected to attend. Known for being a strong pillar in Prakash Raj's life, Swarnalatha played a significant role in shaping the actor's journey. Over the years, the acclaimed performer has often spoken fondly of his mother, crediting her for her unwavering support, sacrifices, and encouragement that helped him navigate the highs and lows of his career. Her influence remained deeply rooted in both his personal and professional life.
01 April,2026 03:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentCan’t keep calm on playing Ram Actor Ranbir Kapoor, along with director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra, unveiled the first visuals of Ramayana to an exclusive audience in Los Angeles, on March 31. Speaking about portraying Lord Ram, Ranbir said, “He has been the conscience keeper of billions, and will continue to be so. He stands for compassion, courage, righteousness, and forgiveness, the ideal man.” The film stars Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Yash as Ravana. More about Ramayana . The film’s music is by Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman.. Part One will release this Diwali; Part Two in 2027.. Character looks will be unveiled on April 2, on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti. ‘That jawline isn’t gifted’ Kareena Kapoor Khan. Pic/Yogen Shah Actor Kareena Kapoor Khan continues to set fitness goals, with her trainer Mahesh Ghanekar lauding her discipline and consistency. Sharing a glimpse from her home workout, he wrote, “That jawline isn’t gifted. It’s earned. Built through discipline, forged by consistency, and defined by the lifestyle you refuse to compromise on. Kareena Kapoor Khan looks effortless on the outside, relentless on the inside.” In the video, the actor, 45, was seen performing a mix of bodyweight and strength training exercises, and yoga, along with stretching. Driving into production (L-R) Revathy and Daria Bedi in a still from ‘Aasmani’. Pic/Instagram Actor Sayani Gupta has announced the launch of her production house, Sayani Gupta Movies (SGM) and her directorial debut with short film Aasmani. Known for her films Margarita With a Straw (2014), Article 15 (2019), and the web show Four More Shots Please, Sayani has worked across films and streaming for over a decade. “It [production] has been a long dream. I’ve been wanting to tell a certain kind of stories and the idea is to be able to create an enabling space for collaboration. We will go slowly but steadily, concentrating on one film at a time. For us the quality of writing, craft, storytelling will always take precedence,” she said in a statement. Sayani Gupta Taking risks Bhumi Pednekkar. Pic/Nimesh Dave Actor Bhumi Pednekkar has said women are “more courageous” in choosing risky scripts, crediting streaming platforms for strengthening female-led narratives in India. Speaking at the International Film Festival Delhi 2026, she noted, “With OTT, especially for women, the narrative has become a lot stronger. OTT gives them the right platform.” Reflecting on her journey since Dum Laga Ke Haisha (2015), Bhumi advised aspiring actors, “If you have a dream, many will say ‘no’, but you have to listen to that ‘yes’. Stay safe and trust your instincts.”
01 April,2026 01:11 PM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamAny takers for a sequel to Queen (2014)? Countless, we imagine. After all, Kangana Ranaut’s coming-of-age film, which saw her character Rani take off on a solo honeymoon after being dumped by her fiancé, became a roaring success. Well, we’ll meet Rani again soon! mid-day has found out that leading lady Ranaut and filmmaker Vikas Bahl are set to take Queen 2 on floors by April-end. ‘Queen’ earned Kangana Ranaut her second National Film Award, this one for Best Actress So, where will Rani take us this time around? From what we’ve heard, the sequel won’t be a continuation of the 2014 hit, but will carry forward the themes of self-discovery and self-reliance. A source revealed, “In Queen 2, Kangana’s Rani will be a city girl unlike the small-town girl in the original. She will be smart, strong, and quirky, but a plot point will send her on the road of self-discovery. It will show how she conquers life through her individuality, self-realisation, and courage. While the first one saw her travelling to Paris and Amsterdam alone, this journey will take her across cities in India.” Vikas Bahl Besides Ranaut, we won’t see any familiar faces from the original. The director has apparently zeroed in on several theatre actors for supporting roles in the second instalment. The source added, “The unit will kick off the project in a Mumbai studio, where a set reflecting a North Indian city and another depicting the protagonist’s home will be built. After the Mumbai leg, they will move to other metro cities. The film will be completed in a start-to-finish schedule of three months.” ‘Queen’ (2014) was produced by Phantom Films and Viacom18 Motion Pictures. With Phantom Films — founded by Vikramaditya Motwane, Anurag Kashyap, Madhu Mantena, and Vikas Bahl — having been dissolved in 2018, the sequel is being backed by Bahl under his banner. He also serves as the film’s writer. After ‘Queen 2’, Kangana Ranaut will begin filming ‘Tanu Weds Manu 3’, directed by Aanand L Rai
01 April,2026 01:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBRDays after Sonam Kapoor and her husband Anand Ahuja welcomed their second child, a baby boy, on March 29, 2026, Sonam's sister Rhea Kapoor treated fans to the first glimpse of the newborn. The maasi was seen visiting her sister and nephew in the hospital, where she held the newborn in her arms. The picture has instantly set social media buzzing with fans and well-wishers gushing over the sweet moment. Rhea Kapoor shares first glimpse of Sonam Kapoor's baby boy On Tuesday, Rhea took to Instagram to introduce the newborn to the world by sharing a heartwarming photo of her holding the baby boy. In her post, Rhea also applauded Sonam, saying she has “superhuman mom strength”. In the image, Rhea is seen holding and cradling Sonam’s newborn baby boy in her arms, while seated comfortably. She sported a relaxed grey athleisure with a face mask as she looks lovingly at the little one wrapped in a blue blanket. Sharing the picture, Rhea wrote, “All you need is (heart hands and face holding back tears emojis)... and in sonamkapoor’s case some super human mom strength. masilife.” (sic) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rhea Kapoor (@rheakapoor) As soon as Rhea shared the post, the comment section was flooded with congratulatory messages. Kareena Kapoor dropped multiple smiling face with hearts emojis in the comment section, while Karisma Kapoor shared multiple blue heart emojis. Farah Khan wrote, “Best gift ever:, while Kriti Sanon commented, “Congrats Rhea masi!!! and the whole fam!” Sonam Kapoor welcomes second baby Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja, welcomed their second child on March 29, 2026. Sonam and Anand took to Instagram on Sunday to share the good news via a note, which read, “With immense gratitude and hearts full of love, we are delighted to announce the arrival of our baby boy on the 29th of March 2026. Our family has grown, and with his arrival, our hearts have expanded in the most beautiful way." "Vayu is overjoyed to welcome his little brother, and we feel deeply blessed by this precious new life who has filled our home with happiness and grace. Sonam and Anand are grateful to begin this beautiful new chapter as a family of four,” the note further added.
01 April,2026 01:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSuperstar Salman Khan recently attended an event in Mumbai, stepping away from his acting duties. The actor was joined by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde for the grand opening ceremony of the President Cup 2026. Several videos from the event have now surfaced online, of which one clip in particular is catching attention Salman Khan joins Eknath Shinde for President Cup 2026 opening On Tuesday, Salman was seen at the President Cup 2026 event at the Dadoji Konddev Stadium located in Thane. For the appearance, Salman kept his look simple. He wore a brown shirt paired with black pants. He was joined by Eknath Shinde, with whom he unveiled the tournament trophy. The two were seen holding the trophy together and posing for the cameras. They also announced the prize money, revealing Rs 1 crore for the winners and Rs 50 lakh for the finalists. Salman Khan gets mobbed In one of the videos from the event, Salman Khan is seen getting mobbed by an excited crowd of fans as he struggles to make his way through the chaos. The clips circulating online show the actor being surrounded by a sea of fans, many attempting to get close and take photographs with him as he walks down from the stage. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Society (@bollywoodsocietyy) The clip also shows that his security personnel were present with him, but they too struggled to hold the crowd back and create space for Salman Khan to move. His team is seen pushing people aside as excited fans try to reach out to the Maatrubhumi actor. Amid the chaotic scene, Salman is seen keeping his calm and maintaining his smile while trying to find some space to move out. Some of the videos also capture the actor leaving the venue in a convoy of police vehicles. Despite that, the security team seemed to visibly struggle to keep the crowd at bay. Several fans in the crowd were seen holding their phones out, trying to photograph Salman as he made his exit. Meanwhile, many others tried getting close and even leaning against his car window for a better shot.
01 April,2026 01:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentGlobal star Priyanka Chopra Jonas has showered praise on her “dost” Ranveer Singh, with whom she has worked in movies such as Gunday and Dil Dhadkne Do, for the blockbuster Dhurandhar 2, while also lauding filmmaker Aditya Dhar for his vision and artistry. Priyanka Chopra praises Dhurandhar 2 Priyanka took to her Instagram stories section to extend her heartfelt congratulations to the entire team of the film. Calling Ranveer her “dost,” she expressed admiration for his work. She wrote: “Congratulations mere dost ranveersingh, rampal72, actormaddy, Akshaye Khanna, duttsanjay, saraarjunn, therakeshbedi, adityadharfilms.” Praising filmmaker Aditya Dhar, Priyanka wrote that he is “a man with a mission,” adding that Dhurandhar is “a revelation in every way.” She wrote: “Aditya, you're a man with a mission. Dhurandhar in every way is a revelation. Thank you all for your artistry.” About Dhurandhar 2 Regarding Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the film has raked in a staggering Rs. 1,365 crore worldwide since its release on March 19. A tweet from the film’s banner Jio Studios on X shared a day-wise break-up that the Ranveer Singh-starrer collected Rs. 867 crore in India NBOC, with a strong hold beyond its opening week, adding Rs. 53 crore on Day 8, Rs. 42 crore on Day 9, Rs. 64 crore on Day 10, and Rs. 71 crore on Day 11. Globally, the film has amassed a whopping Rs. 1,365 crore gross, including Rs. 1,023 crore from India and Rs. 342 crore from overseas markets. The first part of the duology, which released in December 5, 2025, too, was a box-office success, grossing over Rs. 1,000 crore worldwide within three weeks of its release. Dhurandhar stars Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, Gaurav Gera and Danish Pandor. The first part centres on a high-stakes covert counter-terrorism operation. The film follows an undercover Indian intelligence agent who infiltrates Karachi's criminal syndicates and political power structures in Pakistan in an effort to dismantle a terror network targeting India. Dhurandhar: The Revenge follows an undercover Indian intelligence agent who continues to infiltrate Karachi's criminal syndicates and Pakistani politics while avenging the 26/11 attacks and confronting bigger threats.
01 April,2026 12:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA fresh new controversy has emerged for the makers of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, helmed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh. The film is now facing allegations of script plagiarism from filmmaker Santosh Kumar RS. The claim comes amid the film’s ongoing theatrical dominance and commercial success. Santosh Kumar accuses Dhurandhar 2 of plagiarism Santosh Kumar RS alleged that the storyline of Dhurandhar 2 closely reflects a script he wrote and registered in 2023. The filmmaker noted that he observed similarities after watching the film. He said, “You all might have watched Dhurandhar 2. It is working very well everywhere. After watching the movie, I came to know that it is my script and story. I had written it with a lot of hard work in 2023. I had narrated it to many companies because I was told that if I need big actors in the film, there has to be a corporate organisation backing it." Santosh claims that the script was formally registered with the Screenwriters Association in November 2023. He further claims to possess supporting documentation, such as email correspondence and registration records, to substantiate his claim. “I tried a lot, and I had sent my story to many people. I am a member of the Screenwriters Association, and I registered my story there in November 2023," He added. The filmmaker further said that he had approached several major production houses to develop the project, including Sony Pictures, Zee Studios, T-Series, and Dharma Productions. He also planned to star Aditya Roy Kapur in the lead role at the time of pitching the script. Santosh added that he intends to pursue legal action, saying, “I am putting a case on this movie because even though they have made a good movie, my story has been exploited. I had written the film for cinema and entertainment, but they made it as political propaganda. It is hurting me." “What happened with me should not happen with anyone, and that’s why I will put my maximum effort to let people know about it," he said. Who is Santosh Kumar? According to his IMDb profile, Santosh Kumar RS is a filmmaker hailing from Thirthahalli in Karnataka’s Shivamogga district. He has previously worked as a director, writer and producer in Indian cinema. He made his directorial debut with the Kannada film Campus Kranti (2023), which he had written. Currently, he is working on the upcoming pan-India action thriller Yuvan Robinhood, predicted to release in 2026, where he has assumed the triple role as director, writer and producer.
01 April,2026 12:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Atul Agnihotri took to his social media account to share a sneak peek into the 10th birthday celebrations of Ahil Sharma, the youngest nephew of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. Sharing the picture, he also gave fans a glimpse of the younger generation of the Khan family. Taking to his social media account, Atul posted a heartwarming family picture and captioned it, ‘Happy 10th birthday Ahil” and further tagged the younger generation of the Khan family, alizehagnihotri ayaanagnihotri nirvankhan iamarhaankhan Ayat’.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Atul Agnihotri (@atulreellife) In the picture, Ahil is seen posing with his cousins including Alizeh Agnihotri, Ayaan Agnihotri, Nirvan Khan and Arhaan Khan, among others. The group is seen smiling warmly as they pose together for the camera. In the background, a large display board featuring a collage of Ahil’s photographs from childhood to his current age is visible. On account of Ahil’s big 10, his father and actor Aayush Sharma penned a beautiful and emotional note for his son. Sharing a carousel of pictures featuring Ahil’s beautiful memories from over the years, Aayush wroite, ‘I still remember the day you came into my life… and the truth is, I wasn’t ready. I wasn’t old enough, not wise enough, not the man I thought a father should be” “But somehow, you didn’t need a perfect father… you just needed me. And in trying to raise you, you quietly raised me too.” He added, “From holding you in my arms as a tiny baby to now watching you grow into this incredible 10-year-old… every moment has shaped me. What started as a responsibility slowly turned into the most beautiful friendship of my life.” The doting father further wrote, “We didn’t just grow up together — we lived together. We travelled, explored new cities, new countries, chased experiences, made memories that will stay with me forever. Somewhere along the way, you stopped being just my son… and became my best friend.” “You’ve seen me at my strongest and my weakest… and loved me the same. And today, on your 10th birthday, I just want you to know — you are the greatest thing that ever happened to me. Not because I raised you… but because you made me into the man I am today. Here’s to us… not just father and son, but two friends walking through life together. Happy 10th birthday, my boy.’” 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
01 April,2026 10:59 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Kriti Kharbanda gave a glimpse into a joyous family celebration, saying she “became a sister, became a bhabhi, forgot to be a human” as she shared a series of pictures from a wedding festivity. The actress in her caption wrote, “Punjabi aa gaye oyeeeee! beingabehen beingabhabhi forgottohowtobehuman.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kriti Kharbanda (@kriti.kharbanda) The actress seems to have quipped about her ‘forgot to be a human’ quote as she is seen engrossed in all fun and play around the wedding festivities. Kriti Kharbanda posted many photos capturing vibrant moments from the wedding festivities. In one picture, Kriti is seen smiling brightly, and showing off her intricate mehendi while dressed in a traditional outfit. In another frame, the actress is featured along with her husband Pulkit Samrat and a young child. She also shared a heartwarming picture with her family members Many clips and pictures capture lively pre-wedding celebrations, including a lot of dancing and singing. A fun moment shows Kriti recording a playful selfie video with family members dancing their hearts out. The post also includes travel glimpses, with Kriti and Pulkit seen aboard a bus. The actress wrote, “Take a look at the pictures,” she wrote, inviting fans into taking a sneak peek into her personal moments. Talking about Kriti Kharbanda and Pulkit Samrat, the couple tied the knot on March 15, 2024, in an intimate yet dreamy wedding ceremony surrounded by close friends and family. The couple’s love story reportedly blossomed on the sets of their movie Veerey Di Wedding, in 2018. After dating for several years, Kriti and Pulkit made their relationship official and eventually took the plunge. 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
01 April,2026 10:43 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Poonam Pandey has once again left the internet puzzled after announcing her pregnancy, with many netizens speculating that it could be a publicity stunt. Poonam took to Instagram on Tuesday to share two pictures of herself. In the first, she is seen flaunting her baby bump with her T-shirt rolled up, while in the second, she poses with the T-shirt pulled down, still highlighting her bump for the camera. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Poonam Pandey (@poonampandeyreal) For the caption, she just dropped a pregnant lady, a milk bottle and baby emojis. However, sources close to IANS have shared that it could be an April Fool’s prank. Netizens too don’t seem to be convinced with the stunt as many claimed it is "AI". This is because in 2024 her team claimed she died from cervical cancer via her official Instagram account on February 1, 2024. The following day, February 2, 2024, Poonam said it was a publicity stunt, done for a "good cause" aimed at raising awareness about the disease, which stirred significant controversy. Poonam gained the spotlight through her social media accounts, including Twitter, when she started posting her semi-nude photos. She rose to the media's spotlight when she promised to strip for the India national cricket team if it won the 2011 Cricket World Cup. In 2017, Poonam Pandey launched a mobile application named the Pandey App, which featured adult-oriented content. She was married her long-term boyfriend Sam Ahmed Bombay in 2020. The wedding had to be private because of the COVID-19 pandemic. She later filed a complaint against him, claiming he had molested, threatened and assaulted her. He was arrested in Goa. The incident happened in Canacona village in south Goa where Poonam was shooting for a movie. They separated shortly after. She reportedly described the four-year association as traumatic, leading to hospitalization, and subsequently pursued a divorce, citing extreme physical abuse. Poonam was last seen in Lock Upp: Badass Jail, Atyaachari Khel! hosted by Kangana Ranaut, where Munawar Faruqui emerged as the winner. 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
01 April,2026 10:21 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSIn a heartwarming moment, Jackie Shroff expressed gratitude to filmmaker Farah Khan for casting him in the movie Happy New Year, and credited her for presenting him in his best look to date on screen. The conversation took place while shooting for a recent vlog on Farah Khan’s YouTube channel, when she visited Krishna Shroff’s house in Mumbai for a special segment. Jackie Shroff, who was also present, spoke candidly about his experience working with Farah. Jackie told Farah, “I have to thank you for casting me on Happy New Year. You made me look so beautiful on screen. No filmmaker has been able to do that before.” The actor also encouraged his daughter, Krishna, to make the most of opportunities and learn as much as possible from Farah. Talking about Happy New Year, the movie released in 2014. It was directed by Farah Khan and featured an ensemble cast including Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Sonu Sood, Boman Irani, and Jackie Shroff. The film's plot revolved around a group of individuals who participate in an international dance competition as part of a larger heist plan. The movie's music, featuring songs like Indiawaale, Manwa Laage, and Lovely, became chart busters. Jackie Shroff played the suave antagonist Charan Grover. Talking about Farah Khan, the filmmaker turned vlogger known for her grand, entertaining cinema, made her directorial debut with Main Hoon Na. She went on to later deliver hits like Om Shanti Om and Happy New Year. 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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