Actor Abhimanyu Singh has denied reports claiming that his Mumbai home was burgled and that valuables worth Rs 1.37 crore were stolen from his residence. The actor clarified that the widely circulated news about a robbery at his house is incorrect, even as police sources earlier indicated that a high-value theft had taken place in the Andheri–Lokhandwala area. Abhimanyu Singh refutes rumours of burglary The confusion arose after reports surfaced about Mumbai Police arresting a 40-year-old man in connection with a major burglary involving jewellery and cash. According to those reports, the accused was allegedly caught following an investigation into a theft worth over Rs 1 crore. However, Abhimanyu has firmly refuted claims linking the incident to his home, stating that no such robbery occurred at his residence. In a video shared online, the actor is seen directly dismissing the burglary reports when questioned by photographers. Without going into further details, he made it clear that the information circulating about his house being targeted was inaccurate. His statement has raised questions about whether the incident involved a different property or whether there was an error in the initial reporting. What had happened Earlier reports suggested that the burglary had taken place during the night of December 29 and 30, with the accused allegedly entering a bungalow through a bathroom window and stealing a safe containing jewellery and cash. Police were said to have recovered valuables worth approximately Rs 1.26 crore after interrogating the suspect, who reportedly has a long criminal history and has been linked to multiple theft cases across Mumbai. Despite these developments, Abhimanyu’s denial has shifted focus to possible misidentification or confusion surrounding the location of the crime. While law enforcement authorities have confirmed an arrest and recovery in connection with a high-value theft, it remains unclear whether the property involved belongs to the actor or someone else in the vicinity. Abhimanyu Singh, known for his work in films like Gulaal and various South Indian projects, has not released an official written statement beyond his verbal clarification. The incident highlights the importance of accurate verification, especially when high-profile names are involved, as premature or incorrect reports can quickly spread misinformation and cause unnecessary concern.
08 January,2026 08:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVedang Raina and Khushi Kapoor make for one of the most adorable real-life jodis, and their young romance is proof of it. Well, these two have not admitted to being in a relationship yet, but they subtly hint at it, and it’s enough for the fans. However, as per recent reports, their relationship has hit rock bottom and they have called it quits. Khushi Kapoor and Vedang Raina part ways Vickey Lalwani exclusively reported that the B-town celebs, who were allegedly dating each other, have now reportedly parted ways. On his Instagram post, he wrote, “It’s over,” a source close to the couple told the journalist and added, “Khushi and Vedang are not a couple anymore, but the reason for the break-up is not known. It’s something that has happened only very recently." In an earlier interview with Hindustan Times, Vedang spoke about his bond with the Loveyapa actress: “Working with Khushi was effortless and really fun – there’s a natural comfort between us. Our bond is easygoing and genuine, and that connection definitely shows.” Vedang and Khushi’s relationship timeline Vedang Raina and Khushi Kapoor first sparked romance rumours when they were shooting for Zoya Akhtar’s The Archies in 2023. Reportedly, their friendship deepened on set and blossomed into love. While they never confirmed it, they collaborated for several brands and were clicked heading for vacations and outings. On being asked if the rumours of him dating Khushi were true, Raina added, “We are really close friends. I have a really strong bond with her. We’ve known each other for so long, and we have connected on many things, starting from our taste in music." Khushi also playfully addressed questions about the rumours on Koffee With Karan, likening the situation to a scene where two people insist they’re “just good friends." Khushi and Vedang’s professional life Vedang Raina's upcoming projects include an untitled Partition-era love story directed by Imtiaz Ali, co-starring Sharvari Wagh, and another untitled film with Suparn S. Varma. He was last seen in Alia Bhatt’s Jigra, which had a lukewarm performance at the box office. Talking about Khushi, she is rumoured to be in Mom 2, the sequel to Sridevi’s last film. She was last seen in Loveyapa alongside Junaid Khan and the teen rom-com titled Nadaaniyan.
08 January,2026 06:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actor Anil Kapoor has extended a warm tribute to the Kannada film industry and its fraternity, including the likes of Yash and Rishab Shetty and filmmaker Prashanth Neel. Anil Kapoor remembers his Kannada film debut Taking to social media, Kapoor turned nostalgic as he recalled his debut Kannada film 'Pallavi Anupallavi'. "43 years ago, I took my first step into the Kannada film industry. From then to now, it's incredible to see how Kannada cinema is booming and redefining Indian cinema globally," the actor wrote on X, alongside a clip from the 1983 film. 43 years ago, I took my first step into the Kannada film industry.From then to now, it’s incredible to see how Kannada cinema is booming and redefining Indian cinema globally. pic.twitter.com/jfh3Hbzsse — Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) January 7, 2026 In a heartfelt note, the actor also gave special mentions to prominent figures of the industry, saluting their contribution to elevating Kannada cinema on the national and global stage with films such as 'KGF' and 'Kantara'. "Salute to TheNameIsYash, #PrasahanthNeel, shetty_rishab and the teams behind KGF and Kantara for raising the bar so high. Hopefully not my last association with this amazing industry," Kapoor added. The post drew reactions from fans who fondly remembered Kapoor's Kannada debut and also caught the attention of actor-filmmaker Rishab Shetty. Expressing his deep respect for Anil Kapoor, the 'Kantara' star wrote, "We're so proud of you, Sir! Your journey began here, and today you stand as a true legend of Indian cinema. It was an absolute honor to meet you and have such a wonderful conversation." He also went on to call 'Pallavi Anupallavi' one of his favourite films. We’re so proud of you, Sir! 🙏Your journey began here, and today you stand as a true legend of Indian cinema. It was an absolute honor to meet you and have such a wonderful conversation.A special mention, #PallaviAnupallavi remains one of my favourite films. https://t.co/rDkcAeYcjD — Rishab Shetty (@shetty_rishab) January 7, 2026 "A special mention, #PallaviAnupallavi remains one of my favourite films", the tweet added. Directed and written by Mani Ratnam, 'Pallavi Anupallavi' was released in 1983, featuring Anil Kapoor alongside actors Lakshmi and Kiran Vairale. Anil Kapoor's work front Anil Kapoor began his acting journey in 1979 with a small role in Humare Tumhare. He then made his debut as a lead with the Telugu film Vamsa Vruksham in 1980 and rose to fame in Bollywood with Woh Saath Din in 1983. Over the years, Kapoor has delivered critically acclaimed performances in films such as Mr. India, Tezaab, Ram Lakhan, 1942: A Love Story, Taal and Slumdog Millionaire, which went on to win multiple Academy Awards. The actor was last seen in the film War 2 co-starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR. He has Subedaar in his lineup.
08 January,2026 06:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRanveer Singh’s Dhurandhar is showing no signs of slowing down at the box office. While it has been over a month since the movie’s release, it continues to garner praise. After Ranveer’s alma mater, YRF, praised the film, his Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani co-star Alia Bhatt has now showered love on it. The post highlighted how the movie is the “number one chapter in the history of Indian cinema.” Alia Bhatt praises Dhurandhar The post read, “It’s the voice of today’s India. It’s the choice of today’s India. It’s based on a chapter in history. And now it’s the number one chapter in India’s cinema history.” It further read, “Cheers to Dhurandhar. And three cheers to the ENTIRE team. You not only created waves. You brought the high tide back to the theatres. If this is what part one did in winter, imagine what part two will bring in spring!!!” For the uninitiated, Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar has managed to shatter several box office records. On its fifth Tuesday (Day 33), Dhurandhar reached an India net total of Rs 831.40 crore, marking a new milestone for the Hindi film industry. The film has crossed the lifetime collection of Allu Arjun’s blockbuster Pushpa 2’s Hindi version and become the highest-grossing Bollywood film in the history of Indian cinema. Recently, calling it a “milestone moment in Indian cinema,” prestigious banner Yash Raj Films congratulated the entire team on the phenomenal performance of the drama at the ticket counters in an appreciation post on social media. The post read, “DHURANDHAR is not a film... it’s a milestone moment in Indian cinema that will be remembered forever. Congratulations to Aditya Dhar and Jio Studios for becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of all time (in a single language) (sic).” More about Dhurandhar The film revolves around covert intelligence operations set against the backdrop of major geopolitical and terror events, such as the Kandahar plane hijack, the 2001 Parliament attack, and the 26/11 Mumbai attacks. It stars Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal in significant roles, along with Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, Gaurav Gera, Naveen Kaushik, Danish Pandor, Saumya Tandon, and Manav Gohil as the ancillary cast. The film was banned in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE over objections to its alleged anti-Pakistan messaging.
08 January,2026 05:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVarun Dhawan is currently gearing up for the release of Border 2. While the song and teaser received a positive response, a section of netizens is questioning Varun’s casting in the film. An X user claimed that the actor is being targeted and that a paid smear campaign is going on against him. Border 2 producer Nidhi Dutta took to X to slam people. Nidhi Dutta slams those targeting Varun Dhawan The X account named CineHub tweeted, “The LATEST TARGET of this paid smear campaign is Varun Dhawan. Certain Instagram influencers are clearly doing this on instructions, running a full-fledged agenda to malign Varun in Border 2… From BODY-SHAMING to selectively targeting his expressions, everything feels forced!! Especially when his performance is actually perfectly suited for the film. This dirty game needs to STOP because no matter what Border 2 is gonna take BUMPER START EVERYWHERE.” Replying to it, Dutta wrote, “Congratulations to all the ANTI-NATIONALS THAT CAN PAY TO BRING DOWN AN ACTOR PLAYING A PVC OF THIS COUNTRY. This is YOUR FILM INDIA! Hope the audiences find and shame these people (sic).” Congratulations to all the ANTI NATIONALS THAT CAN PAY TO BRING DOWN AN ACTOR PLAYING A PVC OF THIS COUNTRY. This is YOUR FILM INDIA! Hope the audiences find and shame these people https://t.co/PSSfjDZARZ — Nidhi Dutta (@RealNidhiDutta) January 8, 2026 Recently, on one of Varun’s Instagram posts, a fan commented, “Bhai apka acting pe sawal utha raha hai log, uske liye kya bolega (sic).” Replying to the fan, the actor wrote, “Yehi sawaal ne gaana hit kara diya, sab enjoy kar rahe hain, rab di mehar (sic).” About Border 2 Border 2 is slated to release on January 23, 2026. The film is directed by Anurag Singh and also stars Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty. The film also has four female leads: Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Anya Singh, and Medha Rana. While revisiting the Battle of Longewala from the 1971 India–Pakistan war, the film also expands its narrative to include stories of sacrifice from the Indian Navy and Air Force. In Border 2, Varun Dhawan plays an Indian Army officer inspired by real-life hero PVC Colonel Hoshiar Singh Dahiya. Speaking about his intense preparation, Varun revealed, “I injured my tailbone while shooting the Battle of Basantar. I shot for 40 days in Babina with real soldiers.” Varun’s upcoming movies Varun Dhawan and David Dhawan are reuniting for the fourth time with Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. The Ramesh Taurani production will feature Pooja Hegde as the female lead, along with Mrunal Thakur.
08 January,2026 05:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMumbai Police have solved the burglary at actor Abhimanyu Singh’s residence in Andheri West, arresting a habitual offender and recovering valuables worth more than Rs 1.26 crore. The actor, known for his performances in films like Gulaal and several South Indian movies, was left shaken after his Mumbai home was targeted in a carefully planned theft late last year. What happened at Abhimanyu Singh's residence? The burglary took place during the night of December 29 and 30, 2025, when the accused allegedly entered Singh’s bungalow while the family was asleep. According to police officials, the thief gained access to the house through a bathroom window, avoiding detection and heading straight for the valuables. The accused managed to steal a household safe containing gold, diamond and silver jewellery along with cash. The total value of the stolen items was estimated to be around Rs 1.37 crore. The crime came to light the next morning when the family noticed the missing safe. A police complaint was subsequently lodged by the actor’s 82-year-old mother, following which the Oshiwara Police registered a case and began an intensive investigation. Given the high value of the stolen property and the lack of immediate leads, the case was treated as a priority. Police teams scanned CCTV footage from nearby areas, conducted technical surveillance and relied on local intelligence to track the suspect’s movements. Their efforts led them to Manoj Mohan Rathod, a 40-year-old man from Palghar district, who had no permanent address and a long criminal history. After close monitoring and a carefully planned operation, the police arrested him on January 3, 2026. Police arrest accused and recover valuables During interrogation, Rathod allegedly confessed to the burglary and revealed where he had hidden the stolen items. Based on his disclosure, the police recovered jewellery worth approximately Rs 1.26 crore, accounting for most of the stolen property. The recovered valuables included gold and diamond ornaments belonging to the actor’s family. Further investigation revealed that Rathod is a serial offender with involvement in at least 14 previous theft cases across Mumbai. Police believe his arrest may help crack several other unsolved burglary cases in the city. The accused remains in police custody as officials continue questioning him and verifying whether he was involved in additional crimes. The successful recovery has brought relief to Abhimanyu Singh’s family, while Mumbai Police have reiterated the importance of home security measures and vigilance, especially in high-profile residential areas.
08 January,2026 04:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Faissal Khan said last year that his family had once placed him under house arrest and accused actor and brother Aamir Khan of abusing his influence and authority to undermine him. Aamir has now addressed the dispute, stating that he would not fight with members of his own family. Aamir discussed his ongoing conflict with his brother Faissal Khan, with whom he appeared in the movie Mela alongside Twinkle Khanna, in an interview with Bollywood Hungama. On January 7, 2000, Mela was released. Aamir Khan reacts to the feud The actor responded, "Kya karein?," when asked about Faissal's accusations that Aamir had committed numerous crimes, such as unlawful detention and career sabotage. (What should I do?) "I'm destined for that. How can you fight your own family when you can battle the entire world?" Aamir then went on to share about Mela's failure at box office, "I was obviously disappointed by its failure to achieve its potential. Beyond that, I think it’s tough to answer your question. First of all, let me tell you, every film I do means a lot to me. The failure of Mela definitely made a difference to me. It was hard on Faissal, but it was hard on me as well. I’m not comfortable with the idea of any of my films not realising their full potential. The entire team had worked very hard. We were all disappointed." Tensions between Aamir and Faissal surfaced last year when Faissal said that he had cut all connections with the family. He has claimed that when Aamir was still married to his first wife, Reena Dutta, he had an affair with Jessica Hines, a journalist in the UK, and even fathered a child with her. Faissal accused Aamir while talking to Hindustan Times of meticulously creating a public character that, in his opinion, is far different from reality. "He is attempting to project a clean image for the public, but his numerous connections with women and other things reveal his true nature. He likes to present a false impression of himself, he claimed. Faissal Khan's allegations against his family Aamir Khan's family issued a public statement last year in response to Faissal's comments, expressing sadness at what they call "hurtful and misleading" depictions of family members, including Aamir, his sister Nikhat Hegde, and his mother Zeenat Tahir Husain. A part of his statement mentioned, "It is important to share that every choice regarding Faissal has been taken collectively as a family, in consultation with multiple medical professionals, and has been based on love, compassion, and a desire to support his emotional and psychological wellbeing. For this reason, we have refrained from publicly discussing the details of a painful and difficult period for our family."
08 January,2026 04:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actor Vicky Kaushal's father Sham Kaushal called his grandson, Vihaan Kaushal, his biggest 'blessing'. Expressing his gratitude to the almighty for blessing him and his family with little Vihaan, Sham Kaushal wrote on his Instagram account, "Mera Pota (Grandson) Vihaan Kaushal. Bhagwan ka jitna bhi shukar karu kam hain (I cannot thank God enough). Blessings, blessings & blessings (sic)", followed by hug emojis. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sham Kaushal (@shamkaushal09) His post comes after Vicky and Katrina Kaif disclosed the name of their little bundle of joy on Wednesday, two months after welcoming their firstborn. The couple posted an adorable click of little Vihaan's hand on Katrina and Vicky's hands on Instagram. Revealing the name of their son on social media, they wrote, "Our Ray of Light...Vihaan Kaushal...Prayers are answered...Life is beautiful...Our world is changed in a instant...Gratitude beyond words." Chachu Sunny Kaushal explained the meaning of the name Vihaan in his social media post, saying, "Vihaan...The first ray of light." As Vicky and Katrina welcomed their first child on November 7, 2025, 'dadaji', Sham Kaushal, penned a gratitude note on social media for the latest blessing in the Kaushal family. His heartfelt post on Instagram read, "Shukriya Rab da...(folded hands emojis) Kal se Bhagwan ka mere parivar pe etne meherban rehne ke liye, jitna bhi shukar kar raha hun, unki blessings ke samne kam pad raha hai. God is & has been so kind. Bhagwan ki meherbani aise hi mere bachon pe aur sabse junior kaushal pe bani rahe. Hum sab bahut khush hain aur bahut blessed feel kar rahe hain. (Thank you, God...for being so kind to my family, no matter how much I thank him, it feels insufficient in front of all his blessings. God is and has been so kind. May God's grace continue to remain on my children and the youngest Kaushal. We are all very happy and feel very blessed.) (sic)." "So so happy on becoming Dada. May God bless all, Rab Rakha (folded hands emojis)," he went on to write. 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
08 January,2026 04:07 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSBigg Boss Marathi 6 is all set to kick off on January 11 with a grand premiere. Fans are speculating about the list of contestants who will be seen entering the house this season. As the excitement builds around the much-awaited sixth season of Bigg Boss Marathi, reports emerged about actor Shreyas Talpade's participation in the reality show. However, he has now addressed rumours, clarifying that he would not be entering the reality show as a contestant. Shreyas Talpade reacts to Bigg Boss Marathi 6 rumours Amid the growing buzz around Bigg Boss Marathi 6, a report surfaced online claiming that Shreyas would be participating in the upcoming season. The reports caught everyone's attention, leaving many surprised since the actor has largely stayed away from reality television formats. According to reports, Shreyas was allegedly expected to enter the Bigg Boss Marathi 6 house as a contestant. As curiosity piqued, the Apna Sapna Money Money actor was contacted to confirm the authenticity of these claims. During an interaction with Zoom, Shreyas put all rumours to rest and set the record straight by dismissing the rumours. Calling the reports false, the actor said, “It’s a rarity these days. These are false rumours. Kindly ignore. Unfortunately, actors are the softest of targets, and some people will do anything to gain traction.” About Bigg Boss Marathi 6 Bigg Boss Marathi 6 is all set to premiere with an exciting new format for viewers. Hosted by actor Riteish Deshmukh, the upcoming sixth season of the show will air on Colors Marathi. This time around, the show is based on a ‘heaven and hell’ theme, wherein the contestants will be divided into two groups. Several names such as Raqesh Bapat, Vishal Kotian, Deepali Sayyed, Sanket Pathak, Sagar Karande and Sonali Raut have been speculated as likely participants in this season, there has been no confirmation from the makers about the final contestant list. All eyes are now on the premiere to see who all will be seen inside the house this season. The grand premiere episode of Bigg Boss Marathi 6 is set to air at 8 pm on January 11.
08 January,2026 03:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRanveer Singh’s Dhurandhar is enjoying a rampant run at the box office. Within just a month of release, it has gone on to become the highest-grossing Bollywood film of all time, leaving behind the likes of Pushpa 2, Kantara and Animal. Interestingly, this comes despite the Aditya Dhar directorial being banned in six Gulf countries. Now, the Indian Motion Picture Producers’ Association (IMPPA) has urged PM Narendra Modi to help lift the ban. Film body writes to PM Modi The Indian Motion Picture Producers’ Association (IMPPA) President Abhay Sinha, told India Today that the association has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking his intervention to help the film’s release in the Gulf region. “We want them to watch the film and reconsider the ban. The letter has been sent last evening and we are hopeful for a positive outcome. Dhurandhar is one of India’s biggest film and the world should watch it,” Sinha told the portal. In the letter the IMPPA stated that Dhurandhar has been banned in the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, and Saudi Arabia, despite receiving certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The letter read, "We earnestly appeal to your kind self to intervene regarding the unilateral and uncalled for ban imposed on the film Dhurandhar by the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Saudi Arabia." "Our member producer has made this film and has released the same after getting certification by the Central Board of Film Certification and the ban imposed by the above countries is a suppression of the freedom of expression of our member as the film has emerged as one of the biggest hits in Indian cinema," it further read. "We therefore humbly request that the Government of India take up this matter with the concerned authorities in these countries and make efforts to ensure that freedom of expression is respected and the ban is revoked at the earliest. We shall be highly obliged to you if you could kindly do the needful at the earliest, as it is a matter of great importance to the country," the association said. Dhurandhar ban Indian films with cross-border or geopolitical themes usually face challenges to release in the Middle East, where the content is highly scrutinised. Dhurandhar has faced similar wrath. The film was banned in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. The film was banned in the region over objections to its alleged anti-Pakistan messaging. The film revolves around the covert intelligence operations set against the backdrop of major geopolitical and terror events, such as the Kandahar plane hijack, the 2001 Parliament attack and the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
08 January,2026 02:29 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Varun Dhawan, who is currently gearing up for the release of Border 2, recently responded to a netizen who questioned his acting skills. Directed by Anurag Singh, the film also stars Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty in lead roles. Varun Dhawan responds to trolls Taking to the comments section of Instagram, a user wrote, “Bhai aapki acting pe sawaal utha raha hai log, uske liye kya bolega?” Responding with humour, Varun replied, “Yehi sawaal ne gaana hit kara diya. Sab enjoy kar rahe hain- rab di mehar.” A few days earlier, Varun had hosted a fun Ask Me Anything (AMA) session, answering a volley of questions from fans. One exchange that stood out was when a fan criticised Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, calling it “pathetic” and questioning Varun’s comeback. The fan wrote, “Bhai, aren’t you serious about your comeback? Stop doing pathetic movies like SSKTK in the name of versatility.” Replying cheekily, Varun said, “Chalo, film phir bhi thodi chal gayi. Aap theatre jaate rehna. Main Border 2 might surprise you, since your taste is amazing.” Another fan recalled a dialogue from Kalank and shared, "‘Jab kisi aur ki barbaadi apni jeet lagne lage, toh samajh lena… tum bhi barbaad ho chuke ho.’” Responding thoughtfully, Varun wrote, “Bahut sahi baat hai yeh. Kuch log aise hote hain. All one can do is keep your head down and work. Never laugh at someone’s failure.” About Border 2 Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 is the spiritual sequel to the 1997 war epic Border. While revisiting the Battle of Longewala from the 1971 India–Pakistan war, the film also expands its narrative to include stories of sacrifice from the Indian Navy and Air Force. Produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta, the film is slated to release on January 23, 2026, coinciding with the Republic Day weekend. The film also stars Sonam Bajwa, Anya Singh, Mona Singh, and Medha Rana. In Border 2, Varun Dhawan plays an Indian Army officer inspired by real-life hero PVC Colonel Hoshiar Singh Dahiya. Speaking about his intense preparation, Varun revealed, “I injured my tailbone while shooting the Battle of Basantar. I shot for 40 days in Babina with real soldiers.”
08 January,2026 01:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
