Sidharth Shukla and Shehnaaz Gill's bonding in Bigg Boss 13 was something that everyone still remembers. While they never acknowledged their relationship, their bond always grabbed attention, with fans shipping them as ‘Sidnaaz’. While the actress has been avoiding talking about the late actor, for the first time, she opened up about how his demise made her mature. Shehnaaz Gill on Sidharth Shukla’s death The actor, who has been busy promoting her release, Ikk Kudi, was present in the latest episode of Ranveer Allabhadia's podcast, where she discussed her Bigg Boss journey and how Sidharth Shukla’s demise changed her. When told that she was the ‘soul’ of Bigg Boss 13, Shehnaaz said, “Many a times I get to see reels of Bigg Boss 13, and I think, what have I become! Was I really like this? Now I have changed, changed a lot, and I have learnt a lot from life. Earlier, I was just a bindaas (carefree) girl; I would say what came to my mind, and now I have started to think. I think how happy this girl was. She was so happy and would react just as it is. That was a different person altogether.” Talking about Sidharth, Shehnaaz said, “Mujhe maturity deke gaya he woh banda! Jab wo sab kuch hua, uske baad mein mature hui hoon. Nahi toh main wahi rehti Bigg Boss mein hi wahi hoon kisi duniya ki parvaah nahi kuch nahi (He taught me maturity. After all that happened, I became mature. Otherwise, I would have remained the same girl who was in Bigg Boss—one who did not care about anything else).” For those unversed, Sidharth died on September 2, 2021, after suffering a cardiac arrest. He was 40. After Sidharth's death, Shehnaaz released a heartfelt music video tribute titled Tu Yaheen Hai. About Ikk Kudi On the work front, Shehnaaz was recently seen in the Punjabi film Ikk Kudi, in which she plays a dual role alongside Nirmal Rishi and Udaybir Sandhu. Ikk Kudi marks Shehnaaz’s debut as a producer and showcases the journey of a girl’s struggle to find the right partner. Written and directed by Amarjit Singh Saron, the film released in cinema halls on October 31.
10 November,2025 11:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIndian Idol contestant Amritha Rajan is winning hearts not only with her voice but also with her infectious energy and honesty. Now among the Top 16, Amritha exclusively opened up about her emotional journey on the show, her memorable audition, and her heartfelt connection with the judges — Shreya Ghoshal, Vishal Dadlani, and Badshah. Reflecting on her audition day, Amritha shared that she wasn’t nervous, just too excited. “When I came to the auditions, I was not nervous but I was too excited,” she recalled. “You can see it in my performance, I was dancing while singing! I had been waiting for that moment for so long, and when it finally came, I just couldn’t hold back my excitement.” The young singer admits that her journey so far has been nothing short of overwhelming. “It’s really overwhelming in a way that I’m literally bursting into tears,” she said emotionally. “I have no words to express because it’s only happening because of Indian Idol. I just want to thank all the people who are making all these things happen — I have no words.” When asked about the judges’ feedback, Amritha said what touched her the most was their appreciation for her authenticity. “I was truly myself on the stage on my audition day, so they loved me,” she said. “That’s what I really liked about my performance.” On her bond with Vishal Dadlani Amritha also spoke fondly about her bond with the judges, revealing that she feels a special connection with Vishal Dadlani. “Oh my God, that is a very tough question,” she laughed when asked which judge she’d love to collaborate with. “I want to collaborate with all three of them, honestly, but apart from music, I think my vibe is more aligned with Vishal ji. Everybody says he’s strict, but I don’t feel scared of him, I love him, I love him, I love him!” Amritha wants to learn rap from Badshah The singer also hopes to explore new genres as her Indian Idol journey continues. “I want to learn from all three of them,” she said. “I’ve tried rap before, but I haven’t explored it in a big way. I would love to learn rap from Badshah sir. I also want to try classical music and tougher songs — this is the best stage of my life.” For Amritha, Indian Idol is more than just a singing competition; it’s a journey of self-discovery. “In this journey, I want to explore different genres of music and experiment with new kinds of songs,” she explained. “This platform is where I can learn and bring out the best version of myself. Even before my audition week, I learned a lot about who I am. That’s the beauty of this show, it gives you the chance to grow. Basically,” she smiled, “life is happening right now.”
10 November,2025 05:39 PM IST | Mumbai | Shruti SampatTelevision actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee shared a heartfelt post as her son Joy approached his first birthday. The doting mother expressed the deep bond she feels with her little one. Calling him “my baby, my whole heart,” Devoleena reflected on how her world perfectly fits in her arms. On Sunday, the Saath Nibhaana Saathiya actress shared a couple of her adorable photos where she is seen holding her little son in her arms. Sharing these sweet images, Bhattacharjee wrote, “My world fits perfectly in my arms Can’t believe he’s almost one… my baby, my whole heart emotional devoleena momson joy.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Devoleena Bhattacharjee (@devoleena) The carousel of photos features the actress lovingly cradling her son in her arms as they pose together in a park, capturing tender moments of affection and joy. Interestingly, Devoleena Bhattacharjee has been sharing sweet glimpses of her life with her son on Instagram, often reflecting on the joys and challenges of motherhood. In her recent posts, she spoke about embracing the journey of being a mother. Last week, Devoleena reflected on how motherhood has transformed her life. She described the experience as both exhausting and beautiful, with no fixed schedule or personal time, but filled with endless love, tiny giggles, and moments that revolve around her child. Posting photos with her baby boy, the actress had written, “They say motherhood changes you… and it truly does. There’s no schedule, no pause button, no “me time”….just endless love, tiny giggles, and days that start and end with this little soul. It’s messy, it’s tiring, it’s imperfect — but it’s also the most beautiful chapter of my life. Every second with him reminds me why it’s all worth it. motherhood devoleena.” Devoleena Bhattacharjee and her husband, fitness trainer Shanawaz Shaikh, welcomed their baby boy on December 18, 2024. Sharing the happy news with a heartwarming video, she wrote, “Hello world! Our little angel BOY is here...18/12/2024.” 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
10 November,2025 11:18 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSThe big finale of Mohanlal's Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 finished on a colourful note, with actress-anchor Anumol being declared grand champion. She is only the second woman to win an episode of Bigg Boss Malayalam. Along with the prized trophy, she received a prize money of Rs 42,55,210 (Rs 42.55 lakh). Although host Mohanlal said that the champion would receive Rs 50 lakh, a new system was established midway through the event. Unlike the customary "money box" competition, in which one person may depart with a cash reward, this time a novel structure allowed every roommate to earn money by completing a number of activities. Here's why Anumol took decreased prize money Several such games took place inside the mansion, with several contestants winning large sums. Fathima Noora, a contender at the time, reportedly got Rs 3.5 lakh for one work. It was then disclosed that the money gained by candidates in these challenges will be subtracted from the grand champion's award. That is the reason why Anumol had to leave with Rs 42.55 lakh instead of the full Rs 50 lakh. Aneesh, a commoner, emerged as the first runner-up. Earlier in the day, finalists Shanavas, Nevin, and Akbar were eliminated from the competition and named second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. Before the finals, audience polls indicated Aneesh as the frontrunner, with Anumol close behind. All about Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 debuted with 20 contestants, including Renu Sudhi, Appani Sarath, Shaitya Santhosh, Adhila, Noora, Sarika, Ranjeet, Gizele Thakral, Binny Noobin, Rena Fathima, Abhilash, Aryan Kathuria, RJ Bincy, Oneal Sabu, and Kalabhavan Sariga, as well as finalists Aneesh, Anumol, Nevin, Akbar, and Shanavas. The season was notable for its eclectic mix of participants, a shift from previous editions that skewed more toward recognizable celebrities. And Mohanlal as their host. The challenges were also more difficult, with unexpected twists (pani) that made the game unpredictable from week to week. The show also made waves for allegedly using public relations operations outside the house to influence audience perceptions of the candidates. This is the first time in Bigg Boss Malayalam history that a commoner has reached the finale, marking a significant moment for the show.
10 November,2025 10:14 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThis Weekend Ka Vaar was a rollercoaster of emotions and reflections, with Salman Khan offering thoughtful advice and Gaurav Khanna once again standing out for his composure and clarity. Salman Khan was seen advising Gaurav to stay composed and not tell Abhishek anything, reminding him to maintain his dignity even during tense moments. The superstar’s words highlighted Gaurav’s ability to handle situations with maturity and poise, a quality that has consistently set him apart in the house. In a heartfelt moment, Gaurav was seen reassuring Neelam, saying, “Your heart is very pure, don’t let anyone take advantage of you.” His protective words reflected his genuine care and emotional depth, earning him praise from fans for his grounded nature. Gaurav Khanna advises Ashnoor Kaur to play independently Gaurav also commented on the ongoing tension between Tanya and Farhana, stating that their friendship should end as it’s disturbing the peace of the house and creating unnecessary negativity. Speaking to Pranit after Abhishek’s eviction, Gaurav acknowledged that Abhishek contributed more to the show and added that his decision was right given the situation. Despite their differences, Gaurav’s balanced perspective reflected his fair-minded approach. An emotional Gaurav also advised Ashnoor to pull her socks up and play the game on her own, showing both leadership and affection. Salman Khan called out Farrhana Bhatt for belittling Gaurav Khanna Earlier, Salman Khan slammed Farrhana for her comments over Gaurav Khanna's TV career. Salman Khan confronted Farhana for her abusive language and personal attacks, reading aloud her hurtful words from a “dictionary” he brought. He questioned her upbringing and hypocrisy, given that she didn't want to do TV while being on Bigg Boss. He defended Gaurav. He said, 'I myself come from TV — even Shah Rukh and Madhuri started from here. Gaurav is a superstar, working 18 hours a day for 20 years. He handled your words with grace — I wouldn’t have." He also came out in support of Malti, and others whom Farrhana had mocked, reminding her that he and many stars began on television. Despite Farhana’s denials, Salman exposed her offensive remarks and mocked her false claims of being “spiritual.” Deeply disappointed, he said she was damaging her own reputation and ended by questioning her lack of empathy and family values, leaving the entire house silent.
10 November,2025 09:49 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWith 11 weeks passed, Bigg Boss Season 19 is now only four weeks away from its grand finale. Ahead of the final round, the show saw another unexpected double eviction, as Abhishek Bajaj and Neelam Giri's adventure came to an end. Pranit More made the decision to remove Abhishek, and Neelam was eliminated after garnering the fewest votes. Following their eviction, Bigg Boss 19 now has the following Top 10: Gaurav Khanna, Amaal Mallik, Kunickaa Sadanand, Tanya Mittal, Ashnoor Kaur, Farrhana Bhatt, Malti Chahar, Shehbaz Badesha, Mridul Tiwari, and Pranit More. Neelam Giri and Abhishek Bajaj's game in 11 weeks Neelam Giri struggled to create an impact on Bigg Boss 19 from the beginning. After being the first contestant to be nominated, host Salman Khan warned her to participate more actively in the game several times. Neelam was able to stay at the house until this week, either due to the assistance of her friends or pure luck. Abhishek Bajaj established himself as a prominent contender from the first week. Though some roommates labelled him as rude, poisonous, or egotistical, his gameplay was consistent throughout the season. He had fierce rivalries with Kunickaa Sadanand and Amaal Mallik, while his relationship with Gaurav Khanna was bittersweet. On the other hand, he maintained a close relationship with Ashnoor Kaur, Pranit More, and Mridul Tiwari and was frequently seen supporting them inside the house. Pranit More had to choose one from the bottom 3 During the eviction, when Salman Khan declared that Farrhana and Gaurav were safe, Pranit was instructed to choose one participant to save among Ashnoor, Abhishek, and Neelam. He chose Ashnoor, so Abhishek and Neelam were ousted from the show. Ashnoor Kaur broke down in tears as she spoke to Abhishek; however, the actor consoled her and asked her to focus on her game. Neelam was shattered by the eviction. She hugged her friends and cried, saying, 'I don't want to go, Bigg Boss.' This left Tanya Mittal and Kunickaa Sadanand in tears. Tanya also confessed to her, 'I have always considered you my best friend in the house.' Neelam joked, 'I will block you the moment I am out.'
09 November,2025 11:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe current Bigg Boss 19 Weekend Ka Vaar is getting attention for a variety of reasons. While Saturday's show featured one of the season's most intense feedback sessions, Sunday will have Indian women's cricket stars Jhulan Goswami and Anjum Chopra joining presenter Salman Khan on stage. Their participation comes after the Indian women's cricket team's historic World Cup win earlier this month. On the Bigg Boss stage, Jhulan and Anjum will discuss how this historic victory could affect the future of women's cricket in India. Salman Khan reminds Jhulan Goswami about promise In the most recent promo, Salman welcomes Jhulan and Anjum to Bigg Boss. On stage, Salman says, "Smriti and Harmanpreet had promised you that they would win the World Cup." Jhulan says, "When they came to me with the trophy, it was the biggest moment of my cricketing career." Salman then inquires about the most significant change that will occur as a result of the triumph. Anjum responds: "When young girls aspire to become the next Jhulan, Harman, or Smriti — that is what will drive the next generation." After the shoot of the episode, Jhulan took to her Instagram handle and shared pictures with Salman. She penned, "This month so far has been filled with many unforgettable nights, and this was definitely one of those nights. Had such a lovely time sharing the stage with @beingsalmankhan and @anjum_chopra on Bigg Boss 19 Weekend Ka Vaar. Can’t wait for you all to see the fun moments!" On the grand victory On November 2, the Indian women's team, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, won the World Cup for the first time. Following the historic victory, the team handed over the trophy to Mithali Raj, Jhulan Goswami, and Anjum Chopra in acknowledgement of their contributions to women's cricket. Mithali and Jhulan attended the match as commentators. During the ICC Review, Harmanpreet quipped, “The last time, back in 2022, when we returned after the World Cup, all of us were really sad. We knew that it was the last World Cup for Jhulan di and Mithali di. Smriti and I were sitting and talking, and we were sad that we couldn’t deliver it to them. But we had decided that whenever we do it in the future, we will make sure that they will be in the stadium. We really want to capture that moment with them.” Salman Khan recently denied reports that Bigg Boss 19 would be extended, clarifying that the show will air for only 30 more days. The big finale of Bigg Boss 19 is slated for December 7.
09 November,2025 10:19 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe team of the much-awaited sequel, "De De Pyaar De 2", Ajay Devgn, R Madhavan, Rakul Preet Singh, and Meezaan Jafri joined host Salman Khan during the 'Weekend the Vaar' episode of the reality show "Bigg Boss 19". During the episode, all five were seen having a blast. Salman and the other guests, along with the housemates, were challenged to perform the famous hook steps of Ajay's songs. First, all of them were seen doing the "Pehla Tu Duja Tu" step from "Son Of Sardaar 2", using nothing but their fingers. Making things a little more fun, all of them also performed the latest hook step for the "Jhoom Sharaabi" song from "De De Pyaar De 2" with the glass. Sharing the fun promo of the drama on social media, the makers penned, "Iss Weekend Ka Vaar masti ka leke toofan aa rahi hai De de pyaar de 2 ki poori cast, taiyaar hai aap? (Smiling Face with Heart-Eyes Emoji ) Dekhiye BiggBoss19 ka naya episode, har roz raat 9 baje JioHotstar par aur 10:30 baje colorstv par (sic)." In another promo from "Bigg Boss 19 Weekend Ka Vaar", R Madhavan was seen giving a challenging task to the contestants, asking them to throw garbage on the duo in the house that they dislike the most. "Aapko Kya lagta hai iss ghar mein kis ke saath rishta todna chaiye (Name the ones in the house with whom you would like to break your bond)," R Madhavan asked the contestants. Gaurav Khanna named Farrhana Bhatt and Tanya Mittal, claiming them to be a double nuisance in the house. Gaurav was heard saying, “Farrhana aur Tanya combine huye toh ghar ka level 10 times ho gaya hai. ("If Farrhana and Tanya come together, the house's level will increase tenfold.)” A sequel to the 2019 romantic comedy, "De De Pyaar De 2" is expected to reach the audience on November 14.
09 November,2025 09:53 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSAbhishek Bajaj’s personal life has been under scrutiny ever since he entered the Bigg Boss 19 house. The Student Of The Year 2 actor has been making headlines for his close bond with Ashnoor Kaur. His ex-wife, Akanksha Jindal, accused him of infidelity and even hiding facts while clarifying about their divorce. Amid all this, rumours are rife that Bajaj was dating Donal Bisht. Was Abhishek Bajaj dating Donal Bisht? An insider informed News18 that Abhishek was dating Donal while he was married to Akanksha. "Abhishek and Donal were together for a short period of time. They were dating while Abhishek was married to Akanksha. But their relationship did not last long because it looked like Abhishek wasn’t serious. They also broke up soon," the source informed the news portal. However, another source stated that Abhishek dated Donal after his separation from Akanksha. “He dated Donal, but at that time he wasn’t with Akanksha," the insider added. Earlier, the actor had reacted to dating rumours and set the record straight, stating, “There is no truth to these rumours. I am not in a live-in relationship with anyone. Currently, I am single and have no plans to date anyone. I am focusing on my career.” To note, Donal was a part of Bigg Boss season 15. Akanksha Jindal’s claims about Abhishek After Akanksha’s accusations, Abhishek’s team issued a statement calling her a fame digger. There were a lot of misconceptions when they parted ways. Some believed it happened around 2019, but Akanksha revealed that their divorce was finalised on August 18, 2023. She even revealed the real reason for their separation in a long note on Instagram. Akanksha mentioned that Abhishek pretends to be nice. Not only this, Akanksha went on to call Abhishek a big liar. She wrote, "He doesn't even hesitate before lying in front of Salman sir. Lying about real age and marital status shows what a big liar he is! Gaslighting the audience on national TV. Abhishek's pattern never changed for 15 years; he's been playing the same game. Even inside the house, he's repeating history with a 21-year-old. Clearly, shame isn't in his vocabulary."
09 November,2025 10:59 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThis Weekend Ka Vaar was nothing short of explosive. Salman Khan held no punches as he called out contestants one by one — from Neelam’s gossip-driven gameplay to Tanya’s calculated moves, Farhana’s arrogance, and Mridul’s aggression. What followed was a hard-hitting reality check that left the house stunned and the audience speechless. Highlights from Weekend Ka Vaar 1. Salman Khan schools Neelam for lack of individuality In the latest Weekend Ka Vaar, Salman Khan grilled Neelam for her gossip-driven game and absence of individuality. Calling her “Neelam Khabri,” Salman said, “You’ve spent 11 weeks here without showing any winner-like quality.” He pointed out her double standards and accused her of spreading gossip between housemates — from Amaal and Malti’s arguments to Tanya’s issues. The housemates agreed as Salman concluded that Neelam has been playing a safe, unoriginal game. 2. Salman slams Tanya’s calculated game Salman didn’t hold back as he confronted Tanya for her hypocrisy and constant camera awareness. Referring to her selective apologies and gossiping, he said, You talk bad about people, pretend to feel guilty, and then play scared to look good on camera. You say one thing alone and sell another version to the audience.” You talk bad about people, pretend to feel guilty, and then play scared to look good on camera. You say one thing alone and sell another version to the audience.” He also mocked her statement to Amaal — “Amaal ki saza hai ki main uski dost nahi hoon” — leaving the house in laughter. Salman ended by warning her that her manipulative image isn’t fooling viewers anymore. 3. “I’m embarrassed people will know someone like you”: Salman Khan blasts Farhana Salman called out Farrhana for her abusive language and arrogance. Reading out her offensive remarks, he said, “You even insult people outside the show — is this what you’ve learnt?” He reminded her how she mocked Gaurav and Malti and shamed her for her comments on Pranit’s medical exit. “You’re harming your own image,” he added, before ending with, “If you think this platform is too small for you, the door’s open.” 4. Salman confronts Mridul for violence towards a female contestant Salman exposed Mridul’s aggressive side, revealing that one of his actions in a recent task was too violent to even air. “Your true self comes out during tasks,” he said, mocking Mridul’s dual personality. The entire house fell silent as Mridul failed to defend his behaviour. 5. Salman calls the house predictable Before ending the session, Salman addressed all contestants, saying, “You’ve all become predictable.” He noted that Abhishek doesn’t truly care about Gaurav, Farhana has been rude since day one, Kunickaa’s soul is “stuck in the kitchen,” and Tanya’s game remains the same. 6. House erupts into chaos after Gaurav–Abhishek clash After the grilling, Gaurav reignited the topic of Abhishek opening the garden door, sparking a massive fight involving Mridul, Amaal, and Pranit. Abhishek stayed stubborn, refusing to listen, while Malti called him and Ashnoor “selfish and mean.” The day ended on a tense note with tempers running high across the house. 7. Farhana breaks down after Salman’s scolding Post the bashing, Farrhana broke down, calling herself a bad person and expressing regret to Tanya. She shared that Shehbaz had come to provoke her, and though others have also spoken badly about her, Salman’s words — that he would be “embarrassed to know someone like her” — deeply affected her. It was a rare moment of vulnerability from one of the season’s most volatile contestants.
08 November,2025 10:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPopular television actress Divyanka Tripathi penned a lovely birthday wish for husband Vivek Dahiya as he turned a year older on Saturday. The Yeh Hai Mohabbatein actress took to her official Instagram handle and posted a video of the two making the most of each other's company. Calling her husband sympathetic, supportive, and strong, Divyanka penned a heartfelt note on social media, claiming that people like Vivek are hard to find in this world. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Divyanka Tripathi Dahiya (@divyankatripathidahiya) She penned, "Let me celebrate you, my love, and why not be unabashed about it? Someone up there accidently broke the mould after building a person so unique like you. Sympathetic, supportive, collaborative like you were made to uplift people. Strong (like a Hulk (beaming face with smiling eyes and see-no-evil monkey Emojis) but empathetic and loving towards the weakest of souls (sic)." Wishing that the world could witness Vivek's immense talent soon, Divyanka added, "Talent so immense and varied that I wish it can be witnessed by the world sooner, the way I have." The Banoo Main Teri Dulhann actress's sweet birthday wish for Vivek went like this "Jaan, I always feel short of words writing a caption for you because this limited space isn't enough to show my love for you. Happy Birthday vivekdahiya Live healthy, happy, wealthy and loved forever! (Face blowing a kiss emoji )" "(PS: Hastily made this poor edit attempt in the flight before the wifi went off and you woke up! (Winking face emoji ))" the post concluded. Divyanka further added the Preet Re track from Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri's Dhadak 2 in the backdrop. Reciprocating all the love from his better half, Vivek also shared the comment, "Haaye! This wish is the best wish ever (red heart emojis) you complete me, love! (sic)" For the unaware, Divyanka got engaged to her Ye Hai Mohabbatein co-star Vivek on January 16, 2016, and the couple got married on July 8, 2016. 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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