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Sanjay Gupta’s wife BREAKS silence on daughter’s middle finger gesture at funeral, requests privacy for children: “Kindly excuse them, and…”

Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta’s wife, Anuradha Lekhi Gupta, has issued a statement requesting privacy for their children following a video from his funeral that went viral on social media. The statement, shared by filmmaker Milap Zaveri, addressed the family’s grief following Gupta’s sudden demise and explained that their children were distressed by the presence of paparazzi during the difficult time. Sanjay Gupta died on October 30, 2026, after suffering a fatal head injury in an accidental fall at his Versova residence in Mumbai. His last rites were performed the following day. Anuradha Lekhi Gupta addresses viral video involving daughter The statement comes after a video purportedly showing Gupta’s daughter, Dalai, making a middle-finger gesture towards photographers outside his funeral circulated on social media. The clip showed a girl seated inside a car with her face covered by a hoodie as photographers gathered around the vehicle. Addressing the incident, Anuradha explained that their...
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Scam 2010 first look out: Hansal Mehta-helmed series to premiere in January 2027 on Sony LIV

Sony LIV has unveiled the first look of Scam 2010, the next instalment in the Scam franchise. Directed by Hansal Mehta and produced by Birla Studios and Applause Entertainment, the upcoming series will feature Siddharth Bodke in the lead role. It is scheduled to premiere on Sony LIV in January 2027. The new series follows the success of Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story, which was also directed by Hansal Mehta. The 2020 series received considerable audience appreciation and established the Scam franchise as a prominent title in India's streaming space. Siddharth Bodke on playing the lead in Scam 2010 Speaking about his experience of working on the series, Siddharth Bodke said that understanding the person behind the character was an important part of his preparation. He also described the role as one of the most challenging experiences of his career.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Sony LIV (@sonylivindia) “Playing lead character in Scam 2010 has honestly...
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A.R. Rahman becomes the new face of Brooke Bond Taj Mahal Tea; Oscar-Winning composer launches ‘Awaken Your Masterpiece’ campaign

Oscar and Grammy-winning composer A.R. Rahman has been announced as the new brand ambassador of Brooke Bond Taj Mahal Tea, a brand owned by Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL). The association marks a new chapter in the brand’s long-standing connection with music and coincides with the launch of its latest campaign, ‘Awaken Your Masterpiece’, featuring Rahman in a new film. Known for his contribution to Indian music and his work across international projects, Rahman joins the brand in a partnership centred on creativity, dedication and the pursuit of excellence. Taj Mahal Tea, which has been associated with the idea of fine craftsmanship for over six decades, has built its identity around the phrase ‘Hazaaron Mein Ek’ and its iconic ‘Wah Taj!’ signature. The association with Rahman brings together the worlds of music and tea, with the brand drawing parallels between the composer’s creative process and its own approach to selecting and blending tea leaves. The new campaign, ‘Awaken Your M...
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Amitabh Bachchan greets fans at Jalsa behind bulletproof glass amid security threats; Abhishek Bachchan stays close by during Sunday tradition

Amitabh Bachchan’s much-loved Sunday tradition of greeting fans outside his Mumbai residence, Jalsa, took an unusual turn on November 1, as the veteran actor appeared behind a specially installed bulletproof glass enclosure. The 84-year-old megastar, who has routinely stepped out onto an elevated podium to acknowledge the crowds gathered outside his home, continued the weekly ritual amid heightened security arrangements. Videos from the interaction surfaced on social media, showing Amitabh greeting his fans with folded hands and waves from behind the transparent protective enclosure. While the arrangement marked a departure from his usual appearances, the actor ensured that his admirers still got an opportunity to catch a glimpse of him. His son, Abhishek Bachchan, was also present during the interaction. Standing alongside security personnel, Abhishek remained attentive to the surroundings as his father acknowledged the gathering. His presence came amid increased security precautions...
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EXCLUSIVE: Amit Sadh calls his Pratap character “Mike Tyson of police force”; admits BO success matters to him more than ever: “I am told even Instagram followers’ matter. Toh yeh toh box office hai yaar!”

The trailer for Pratap has been a pleasant surprise. It features Amit Sadh in and as Pratap and he’s joined by Esha Deol, Seema Biswas, Milind Gunaji, Tigmanshu Dhulia and others, and looks like a promising drama thriller. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, the dashing and talented Amit Sadh spoke about his upcoming film and a lot more. How has the response to the trailer been? The trailer is crucial as it’s always the first step. It is the most important asset, almost like a visiting card for a film. In that regard, it has done pretty well. People have liked the trailer. They can see it’s a content-driven film, so it’s very satisfying. You play a brash cop in Pratap. Interestingly, you played a somewhat similar police officer in the web series Breathe as well. How did you ensure that the two characters didn't look similar? Interesting question! The first thing director Sachin Saraf told me when we met was, ‘I loved what you have done in Breathe, but this character ...
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Shah Rukh Khan unveils ‘Tu Mil Jaaye’ song starring Deepika Padukone from KING on his birthday; song blends romance, action and his ‘dehshat’

Shah Rukh Khan marked his birthday with a special surprise for fans by unveiling ‘Tu Mil Jaaye’, the first song from his upcoming action entertainer KING. Bringing together an interesting mix of Bollywood and international musical talent, the track features Arijit Singh’s vocals alongside a rap segment by global pop star Ed Sheeran. The song also reunites Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone, whose on-screen pairing has previously found favour with audiences. Offering a glimpse into the film’s world, the music video opens with Shah Rukh Khan delivering the dialogue, “Main qaatil nahi, aashiq hoon, aur nishana meri mashooka, aur woh aashiq hi kya jo dil cheer na de”. The line introduces the intensity of his character before the video transitions into an upbeat romantic dance number. While Arijit Singh lends his voice to the track, Ed Sheeran brings his distinct rap style to the collaboration, with Madhubanti Bagchi also contributing vocals. Composed by Sachin-Jigar and penned by Kumaar,...
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SCOOP: Shah Rukh Khan PERSONALLY called Aditya Chopra before shifting King’s overseas distribution to Phars Films; YRF head honcho gives his blessings

A few days ago, news emerged that Phars Films had acquired the international distribution rights to Shah Rukh Khan’s much-awaited film, King. Interestingly, Yash Raj Films (YRF) was originally supposed to distribute the film in international markets. Bollywood Hungama has now learned that Shah Rukh Khan personally spoke to YRF head honcho Aditya Chopra before going ahead with the deal with Phars Films. A source from Shah Rukh Khan’s team told Bollywood Hungama, “Shah Rukh Khan shares a very close relationship with Aditya Chopra. He starred in Adi’s directorial debut, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), which, as we all know, was a historic blockbuster and continues to run at Mumbai’s Maratha Mandir. He also worked in several other memorable YRF films and shared a wonderful bond with Aditya Chopra’s late father, the legendary filmmaker Yash Chopra. Hence, SRK decided to personally call Aditya Chopra and explain the situation.” The source continued, “Both had a lovely conversation. Adit...
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