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Bollywood star Kiara Advani, who is expecting her first child with her husband, actor Sidharth Malhotra, has reportedly opted out of Farhan Akhtar’s highly anticipated film Don 3, starring Ranveer Singh.

Indian media reported that Kiara was confirmed as the female lead in the movie last February but decided to step back from the project after announcing her pregnancy. The decision was reportedly mutual between Kiara and the film’s makers, allowing her to focus on her personal life during this special phase.

Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment announced in 2023 that Ranveer Singh would replace Shah Rukh Khan as Don in the final film of the series, The Chase Ends. Kiara Advani was then cast as the female lead in the action thriller.

Meanwhile, Bollywood’s power couple, Kiara and Sidharth, who tied the knot in February 2023, shared the news of their pregnancy last month.

An Indian astrologer has made a surprising prediction, claiming that Bollywood power couple Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan may separate within a year and a half.

Kareena and Saif, considered one of Bollywood’s happiest couples, tied the knot in 2012. They are parents to two sons, Taimur and Jehangir. However, astrologer Sushil Kumar Singh’s prediction about their relationship has left fans concerned.

According to Indian media, Singh recently stated in an interview, “Saif and Kareena will separate in the next year and a half.” He also recalled a prediction he made in 2010, saying, “I wrote in my blog back then that this marriage will not work because their horoscopes indicate separation.”

Singh further linked his prophecy to the recent attack on Saif Ali Khan at his Mumbai residence, which left the actor seriously injured. Saif later underwent surgery at Lilavati Hospital and has since taken additional security measures for his family.

Regarding the incident, Singh commented, “This could be an internal matter that may not be resolved. No matter how much you try to deny it, the horoscope clearly shows a separation between Saif and Kareena soon.”

Neither Saif, Kareena, nor their family members have responded to the astrologer’s prediction or the media reports surrounding it.

Pakistani actor Hira Mani believes that Bollywood filmmaker Imtiaz Ali may have been inspired by her for the character of Geet in the romantic classic Jab We Met.

In a recent virtual interview with an Indian journalist, Hira shared that people often compare her to Kareena Kapoor Khan’s iconic character Geet, from Jab We Met. She said, “Everyone feels I should’ve been cast as Geet because my personality matches that character. Yes, she is somewhat like me.”

She jokingly added, “Imtiaz Ali must have met me somewhere, so he wrote that character like me.”

However, the Yeh Na Thi Hamari Qismat actor also spoke about the downside of such comparisons. 

“Even if your personality is actually like that, people think you’re trying to copy the character.” She confessed, “Yes, I do mimic her at times.”

It is worth mentioning that Imtiaz Ali’s blockbuster rom-com Jab We Met, released in 2007, is one of the most-loved Indian films of all times. Starring Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan as Geet and Aditya, the film was a huge success and won several major awards.

Actor and host Shaista Lodhi recently shared her experience of people filming her while she was praying in Riaz Ul Jannah at Masjid-e-Nabwi in Madina.

She shared her experience during an appearance on AAN TV’s Bahar-e-Ramzan iftar show alongside host Faysal Quraishi. The two discussed the challenges celebrities face regarding privacy in public spaces.

Shaista recalled, “In Riaz Ul Jannah, women get limited time slots. During that time, they’re in a different state, unaware of themselves. I was praying on the side, and women were taking videos, asking, ‘What are you doing here?’”

Faysal humorously responded, “Didn’t you say you put up a biryani stall here?”

Shaista added, “I was praying namaz in hateem, and people were secretly taking videos. What will they do with my video? Some thought I used contacts to get there, but I was simply in line. I didn’t even know I’d be able to pray in hateem that day.”

Faysal explained that fans sometimes unintentionally say odd things in an attempt to start a conversation, adding, “This is why elders tell us to think before we speak.”

He also shared stories of his friends being awkwardly approached by strangers with bizarre questions during Umrah.

Earlier in the show, Shaista shared why she no longer hosts morning shows, explaining that the routine felt boring, and she wanted to try something new. She also shared how hosting morning shows affected her personal life.

“You end up with no social life. Your personal and emotional life suffers — you don’t know where things are going. You don’t even get time to reflect on yourself,” she said.

Shaista previously hosted Good Morning Pakistan on ARY Digital and Utho Jago Pakistan on Geo TV.

Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt has once again landed in controversy after his response to actor Fahad Mustafa’s criticism of family vlogging. The debate began when Fahad remarked that family vloggers were “selling their families” for content. 

In response, Rajab Butt dismissed the superstar’s significance, saying he didn’t even know who Fahad Mustafa was.

Rajab further added that he doesn’t respect individuals who fail to act like seniors, indirectly criticizing Fahad. His comments quickly went viral, triggering reactions from both fans and celebrities.

Renowned actor Shamoon Abbasi stepped in to defend Fahad Mustafa, addressing Rajab Butt in a respectful yet firm manner. He acknowledged Fahad’s two-decade-long career and highlighted the struggles actors endure in the industry.

“Fahad Mustafa is a big name. He has been working in the industry for over 20 years,” Shamoon stated. “Actors leave their homes early, searching for work, locations, and payments. It is difficult for you to understand their journey.”

He also pointed out that digital creators rely heavily on social media platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. “If these platforms shut down, what will you guys do? But Fahad Mustafa will still have work,” he pointed out. 

Actor Faizan Sheikh also spoke out against Rajab Butt’s remarks, calling them disappointing. He shared a clip of Rajab’s interview on Instagram, where the vlogger first claimed he didn’t know Fahad Mustafa but later mentioned Jeeto Pakistan, Fahad’s uber-popular game show.

“Whether you like it or not, the person you deny knowing is famous, respected, and loved globally,” Faizan wrote. “Such an attitude reflects the mindset of our society.”

He further emphasized Fahad Mustafa’s contributions, stating that the actor has made Pakistan proud on an international level since Rajab was a child. He urged the vlogger to show respect to those whom God has blessed with success.

Shamoon Abbasi’s composed response has received praise, with many calling his words well-structured and humble. Meanwhile, Faizan Sheikh’s remarks have also gained traction, with fans supporting his strong stance in defense of Fahad Mustafa.

Celebrity couple Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain have revealed that they made sure their son Kabir Hussain learned Urdu as his first language instead of English.

While appearing on a Ramzan special TV show, the couple shared how they prioritized Urdu at home to ensure their son speaks the language fluently, even though many parents focus on teaching English to their kids.

“He goes to an English medium school, so he has learned English from his teachers and classmates,” Iqra explained. “But at home, we only speak Urdu.”

Yasir added, “We make sure to communicate in Urdu at home.” He recalled an incident on set when an actor suggested teaching Kabir English instead of Urdu. “But I thought he must be fluent in Urdu first. English can be learned later. I see many people around me who can’t speak Urdu fluently, which I think is wrong.”

She stressed, “Urdu is the basic language and must be learned well. Other languages are secondary.”

Yasir and Iqra, who got married in 2019 after a public proposal at an awards ceremony, welcomed their son Kabir in 2021.

After much speculation by fans, renowned comedian and talk show host Tabish Hashmi has opened up about why superstar Fawad Khan has not appeared on his hit show ‘Hasna Mana Hai’.

In an interview with a media outlet, he stated, “Almost all other artists have appeared on my show, some even twice, but Fawad Khan has never come.”

When asked about Fawad Khan’s absence, Tabish explained, “I think Fawad Khan is a serious man in terms of my show. I’m sure he wouldn’t fit into the format.”

He further clarified that his guests are selected based on their energy and ability to engage in lighthearted humor. “I try to bring guests on who are lively and match my energy,” he said.

Tabish also emphasized that he avoids guests who come with restrictions. “I don’t want to invite someone if I’m told in advance not to ask certain questions. That takes the fun out of the show,” he remarked.

Towards the end of the interview, the comedian shared his future plans, revealing his ambition to enter the world of acting. “Now that journalists are acting, singers are taking up acting, and actors are singing—I can step into acting too!”

Tabish confirmed that he has planned his acting career and will officially start acting in 2025.

Millie Bobby Brown, famously known for her role in Stranger Things, has spoken out against the intense public scrutiny she has been facing as a young woman in the spotlight. In a recent Instagram video, she addressed how media and online discussions often focus on criticising her appearance rather than recognising her growth.

Brown, who began acting at just ten years old, noted how people, particularly news outlets, struggle to accept that she has matured. She called out reporters by their names and their headlines that speculated about changes in her face, compared her to a mother, and amplified negative comments from others. She condemned this behaviour as bullying, highlighting the unsettling reality that even adult journalists — including women — participate in such scrutiny.

She called out specific headlines that questioned her appearance, including one that read, “Why are Gen Zers like Millie Bobby Brown ageing so badly?” and another that inquired, “What has Millie Bobby Brown done to her face?” She also criticised a piece that amplified a negative comment from actor Matt Lucas, questioning why a grown man was mocking a young woman’s looks.

Following her statement, Matt Lucas apologised, clarifying that his words were misrepresented. He stated, “I thought you looked terrific and I was mortified when the press wrote that I ‘slammed’ you, firstly because that’s not my style, and secondly because I think you’re brilliant. I would not have posted it if I had thought it would have upset you but I realise it has and for that I apologise.”

In her statement, Brown firmly stated that she will not apologise for growing up. She challenged the notion that young women should remain frozen in time to meet unrealistic expectations. She also questioned why criticism is always the natural response, highlighting how society often degrades young women instead of uplifting them.

Her statements sparked widespread praise from fans and celebrities like actor Louis Partridge, her Enola Holmes co-star, who stated, “Well said Millie, handled with grace.”

Aaron Paul of Breaking Bad complimented her for standing up for herself, calling her “a beautiful example of grace and maturity.”

Fans also quickly rallied around her, with many highlighting the larger issue of women continually being evaluated by their beauty.

Renowned senior actress Shagufta Ijaz had an interesting reaction to actress Arisha Razi Khan becoming a mother, and her comment quickly went viral on social media.

Arisha Razi Khan recently announced the birth of her son through an Instagram post. Sharing a heartwarming picture of her son’s tiny hands and feet alongside her husband, she revealed that they have named him Abdul Dayan.

Expressing her joy, Arisha wrote, “Our hearts are filled with love, Alhamdulillah! Our little blessing has come into the world, making us a family of three.”

While fans and fellow celebrities showered her with congratulations, Shagufta Ijaz’s comment caught attention. She wrote, “MashaAllah, I can’t believe you have become a mother.”

Arisha replied, “I also can’t believe it, but thank God.”

Arisha Razi Khan married Abdullah Farrukh in 2022 but parted ways early last year after nearly three years of marriage.