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Puja Banerjee Breaks Silence on FIR Over Kidnapping, Extortion: ‘Toughest Time of Our Lives’

June 27, 2025, 9:55 pm

Puja Banerjee and Kunal Verma claimed they were a victim of a financial scam last week. They were accused, a few days later, of abducting Bengali movie producer Shyam Sunder Dey, with additional charges of physical harm and money extortion. An FIR had been lodged against the duo by Shyam’s wife Malabika Dey. Puja spoke out on the row on Friday and stated that they are experiencing the ‘toughest period’ of their lives.

Puja Banerjee Responds on Instagram, Calls It the ‘Toughest Time’

Puja took to her Instagram account and wrote, “Going through the toughest time of our lives, those who are standing by us we will be forever grateful to you all. And those who believe in the lies spread against us god bless them too. I believe in God and u know GOD IS WATCHING.” In the caption, she wrote, “God is great.”

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Malabika Dey Shares Detailed Allegations on Facebook

Malabika shared a detailed note on her Facebook account, including claims of physical and mental assault on Shyam. “This incident is not just a serious crime, it is a betrayal and a breach of trust towards a friend. In addition to physical and mental abuse on Shyam, our entire family is suffering deep mental damage from this incident. We are tackling the legal way and have full confidence in the judicial system. I urge all creative society members to be alert,” she mentioned. She said that Shyam was threatened with his involvement in a drug case if he didn’t pay around ₹64 lakh.

She further stated that through the assistance of the Goa Police, Shyam was rescued unharmed. Puja and Kunal were booked against FIR under Section 126(2), 137(2), 140(2), 308(2), 115(2), 351(3), 61(2) & 3(5).

Mamta Kulkarni Returns To Mumbai After 25 Years: What Was Her Connection To Rs. 2000 Crore Drug Case?

December 6, 2024, 3:21 pm

IN 2016, the Thane police held a very popular actres of 90s as a key accused in an illicit Rs. 2000 crore drug case. She was named to be involved in supplying ephedrine for the illicit manufacture of methamphetamine to a Rs 2000 crore international drug racket and gangster, intended for trafficking.

Mamta Kulkarni, once a popular actress of the 90s in Bollywood, returns to Mumbai after a long absence reportedly connected with the case. The actress has gone to town with her emotion of nostalgia and says that she was overwhelmed as she touched down in Mumbai after 25 years. “Hello guys, I am Mamta Kulkarni, I have come to India, Bombay, Aamchi Mumbai after 25 years. I am very nostalgic that I left India in 2000 and exactly in 2024 I am here. I am really overwhelmed and emotional; I don’t know how to express it. Before the flight touched ground I was looking at my left-right. I have almost been seeing my country from the top for 25 years. I started becoming emotional; there were tears in my eyes, I put my foot down from out of the Mumbai International Airport and I became totally overtaken, she said in a video.

Much earlier this year in 2024, Bombay High Court had quashed criminal proceedings against Kulkarni pertaining to the drugs case for which it stated there was not sufficient evidence. The case began with the major seizure by the Thane police in 2016 of Ephedrine worth 80 lakh. The police traced the substance back to a factory in Solapur, Maharashtra, attached to Avon Life Sciences Ltd., which is run by Kulkarni’s husband, Vicky Goswami. She was held as a prime accused because she was a director in the company and a shareholder.

The police accused Kulkarni as an accessory in the drug trafficking operation, which entailed the manufacture and supply of Ephedrine, a controlled drug. There is said to be some activity taken up by her in some meetings to discuss the Tanzania drug trade and Dubai as well. Kulkarni, however, appeared to file a case in High Court stating that she’s not guilty and there are no proofs against her too. It was a very great relief for the actress when the court dismissed her case, allowing her return back home without any case hanging onto her head.

K-drama Actress Han So Hee’s Mother Detained for Operating Illegal Gambling Venues

September 3, 2024, 3:37 am

On September 2, South Korean media outlet TV Chosun reported that actress Han So Hee’s mother, identified as Ms. Shin, was arrested for allegedly running 12 illegal gambling establishments across South Korea. This incident marks her second arrest, following previous criminal activities that have complicated her relationship with her daughter.

Ms. Shin, a 50-year-old woman, has reportedly been operating these gambling dens in various cities, including Ulsan and Wonju, since 2021. According to the reports, she used “proxy owners” to manage these illegal venues, which offered games like baccarat through an online gambling platform that she controlled.

The troubled relationship between Han So Hee and her mother has been a topic of public concern for some time. Ms. Shin’s involvement in fraudulent activities, including cases where she used her daughter’s name to borrow money, has negatively impacted Han So Hee’s reputation. In March 2022, Han So Hee’s agency, 9ato Entertainment, clarified that the actress had no responsibility for her mother’s financial misdeeds.

The agency revealed that Ms. Shin had opened a bank account under Han So Hee’s name without her consent when the actress was a minor. This account was then used to secure loans that Han So Hee was unaware of at the time. The agency emphasized that Han So Hee had no involvement in these fraudulent activities, and a civil trial had confirmed that there was no evidence linking her to the debts incurred.

The Ulsan District Court’s ruling on April 8, 2021, further supported this stance, stating that while money was borrowed using Han So Hee’s name, there was insufficient evidence to hold her jointly responsible for the debt. The agency also noted that Ms. Shin had leveraged her daughter’s celebrity status to borrow money, which added to the public’s negative perception of Han So Hee.

Despite their strained relationship, Han So Hee has expressed regret for the harm caused to those affected by her mother’s actions. The actress, who has been living with her grandmother since she was five and had limited contact with her mother, only became aware of her mother’s debts after turning 20. She had attempted to address the situation by working to pay off the debts before her acting career took off.

Han So Hee’s agency highlighted that, although the actress was not legally responsible for her mother’s actions, she felt a moral obligation to address the situation and hoped for understanding from the public.

In more positive news, Han So Hee is set to reprise her role alongside Park Seo Joon in the highly anticipated second season of Netflix’s hit Korean series, “Gyeongseong Creature,” which will premiere on September 27.

Actress Jung Yoo Min Set to wed in August 2024

July 10, 2024, 1:47 pm

South Korean actress Jung Yoo Min has announced her upcoming marriage, set to take place in August 2024. Known for her role in the K-drama “Perfect Marriage Revenge,” fans are thrilled about the news and showing her immense love and support. Her agency, Big Picture ENT, has officially confirmed the announcement.

Born in 1991, Jung Yoo Min graduated from the Seoul Institute of the Arts in 2015, majoring in Acting. She debuted in 2012 and appeared in several K-dramas, gradually gaining recognition. Her breakthrough came with the series “Red Balloon,” followed by significant roles in dramas like “Hospital Playlist” and “Vengeance of the Bride.” In 2024, she starred in “Connection” alongside Ji Sung and Jeon Mi Do.

The wedding ceremony is expected to be a private affair, attended only by close family and friends. Jung Yoo Min and her long-time non-celebrity boyfriend have opted for an intimate celebration to cherish this special moment together.

Voice of Disney’s Coco, Mexican actor Ana Ofelia Murguia dies at 90

January 2, 2024, 2:34 pm

Ana Ofelia Murguia, the acclaimed Mexican actress renowned for lending her voice to the lead character in Disney and Pixar’s 2017 animated masterpiece ‘Coco,’ has passed away at the age of 90, according to Variety. Murguia played a pivotal role in the film, which garnered two Academy Awards for Best Animated Movie and Original Song for “Remember Me.”

In ‘Coco,’ a poignant exploration of Mexican culture, Murguia portrayed the elderly Mama Coco, whose great-grandson, Miguel, triggers a journey to the realm of the dead on Dia de los Muertos. The film delicately weaves themes of family and mortality, with Murguia’s character playing a significant role in the emotional conclusion, singing the poignant title song, “Remember Me,” alongside Miguel.

The film received widespread acclaim for its authentic representation of Mexican culture and its courage in addressing profound themes within the context of a children’s film.

In tribute to Ana Ofelia Murguia, Mexico’s National Institute of Fine Arts and Literature expressed their condolences, stating, “With deep sadness, we regret the sensitive death of the first actress Ana Ofelia Murguia, who was part of the stable cast of the @CNTeatromx del #INBAL and whose artistic career was vital for the performing arts of Mexico. We send condolences and warm hugs to his family and friends.”

Con profunda tristeza lamentamos el sensible deceso de la primera actriz Ana Ofelia Murguía, quien formaba parte del elenco estable de la @CNTeatromx del #INBAL y cuya trayectoria artística fue vital para las artes escénicas de México.

Enviamos condolencias y abrazamos con… pic.twitter.com/BnEkpxG4k2

— Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura (@bellasartesinba) December 31, 2023

About Ana Ofelia Murguia

Born in Mexico in 1933, Murguia was honored with the Golden Ariel special Lifetime Achievement Award in 2011 at an event celebrating the pinnacle of Mexican cinema, as reported by Variety. The award was jointly presented to her and writer-director Jorge Fons. Over the course of her career, Murguia clinched the Best Supporting Actress title at the Ariel Awards, Mexico’s equivalent of the Oscars, three times—in 1979, 1986, and 1996.

With a career boasting over 100 acting credits, Murguia marked her debut on an episode of the Mexican drama “La Tormenta.” Among her notable roles are “The Queen of the Night” in 1994, “Mi Querido Tom Mix” in 1992, and “Life Sentence” in 1979.

In 2018, Murguia’s last known acting endeavor was in an episode of “Jose Jose: El Principe de la Cancion,” a fictionalized portrayal of the life of the renowned Mexican singer.

‘My Hannibal look’, Kajol shares AI-generated photos in Instagram

December 29, 2023, 5:33 pm

Kajol is renowned for her versatility and her inclination to explore various genres in Bollywood movies. Recently, the actress unveiled her AI-generated images that depicted the appearance of the infamous villainous character from ‘Hannibal.’

In her Instagram, shared a couple of pictures and wrote, “I ended up taking the thought home. Worth it!! PS: I do like the look; I might try it someday, irl. #myvillainera #projectgoals #MyHannibalLook.”

Kajol, the actress who made her debut in the 1990s, has always been known for her versatility and willingness to explore various genres in the entertainment industry.

Recently, she surprised her fans by sharing some AI-generated pictures of herself from her favorite series, Hannibal. Referring to it as ‘project goals’, she expressed her admiration for the technology’s impressive contribution. Take a look at Kajol’s captivating AI-generated villain avatar here.

Soon after Kajol dropped her pictures, fans quickly chimed in the comment section of her post. Actor Vatsal Sheth dropped a black heart emoji.

A fan wrote, “But this is kind of a villainous look; you should do one.”
Another commented, “You are more beautiful in your original look than it…”

Meanwhile, Kajol will be next seen sharing screen space with Kriti Sanon in ‘Do Patti’.
Helmed by Shashanka Chaturvedi, ‘Do Patti’ is produced by Kathha Pictures and co-produced by Kriti Sanon, also written by Kanika Dhillon, and will stream exclusively on the OTT platform Netflix.

The film is set to take viewers on a thrilling suspense-filled ride like never before and transport audiences to the mesmerising hills of North India, which serve as a backdrop for the mystery and intrigue to unfold.

Love and Laughter: Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma’s 6th Anniversary Celebration

December 12, 2023, 11:42 am

On Monday, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli marked their sixth wedding anniversary. Anushka posted a number of photos from this year’s celebrations on Instagram on Tuesday, along with an anniversary message for Virat. With relatives and friends, the two donned all-black attire to honour the day.

“Day filled with love and friends and family (heart emoji) got too late to post for the gramme? 6+ (infinity sign) of (love emoji) with my numero uno (smiling face with hearts emoji),” Anushka said on Instagram with a beautiful photo of herself and Virat. Anushka is seen in the photo posing with Virat, her arms around his neck.

Virat was dressed in a blue-black shirt and trousers, while Anushka looked stunning in an off-the-shoulder black outfit. On her Instagram Stories, she also posted images from the cake-cutting event.

A photo of Virat licking the knife after Anushka slices the cake is one of them. Another image displays the pair cutting the cake while loved ones celebrate. They are shown along with the people present, which also included Karnesh Sharma, Anushka’s brother, the producer.

When Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli met in 2013 for a commercial shoot for a shampoo brand, their love story was set in motion. And now they are parents to their beautiful daughter, Vamika.

While the spouse is always travelling to visit her for the shoots, the actress is frequently spotted cheering him on during his cricket matches. Despite taking a sabbatical from acting following the birth of her kid, the actress is still active in the industry as a producer of multiple web series. Their romance has only gotten stronger, and now they are starting their six-year adventure together with many more to come.

Lily-Rose Depp ‘The Idol’ gets five-minute standing ovation

May 23, 2023, 11:58 pm

Filmmaker Sam Levinson’s series ‘The Idol’ starring Lily-Rose Depp and pop singer Abel Tesfaye also known by his stage name The Weeknd received a five-minute-standing ovation on Monday at the Cannes Film Festival 2023.
After the screening of the first two episodes of the series, Levinson, turned emotional while addressing the crowd at the Grand Theatre Lumiere, “I am incredibly proud of this show, and I’m proud of the way we made this show, I feel like I gained a family .. I know that sounds a little culty but that’s the way it feels.” he said.
The first two episodes shown at the premiere introduced Depp’s character Jocelyn, who’s dissatisfied with her comeback record and wants to hold back on releasing it.

‘Breads and roses’ an Afghan film highlights women’s plight

May 23, 2023, 11:46 pm

Documentarian Sahra Mani’s “Bread & Roses”, produced by Jennifer Lawrence’s Excellent Cadaver, has brought up the horrors that are being heaped upon women in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan.
“Bread & Roses”, which premiered in the Special Screenings section of the 76th Cannes Film Festival, pieces together stories of Afghan women fighting for freedom, education and employment at grave risk to their lives. It is composed of found footage and videos shot in secrecy in Afghanistan, often by women themselves. “The primary purpose of my film,” says Mani, “is to amplify the voice of women activists in Afghanistan… We want to tell the world about their situation. As we set out to make the film, we searched for women who were happy to be in it. Many volunteered,” says Mani. “They are surviving against the odds.
Life is tough but these women are incredibly brave,” she adds. She mentions how her film cannot show even a fraction of what is going on in Afghanistan and it can capture only a small part of the reality. Lawrence was on the stage to present the film along with Mani and Dr Zahra Mohammadi, who features prominently in the film and represents all educated and gifted Afghan women who have been stopped from working and forced to stay confined within their homes.
The film was completed just ahead of the Cannes Film Festival. “We sent the link to the festival at the very last minute and explained why we were late. I was really happy when I learnt that the film had been accepted,” says Mani.

Dia Mirza’s wish for husband on 2nd wedding anniversary

February 15, 2023, 2:13 pm

Actor Dia Mirza penned warm wishes for her husband Vaibhav Rekhi on their second wedding anniversary.

Dia shared a video on instagram with a caption, “”Happy Anniversary Husband. Thank you for giving me the greatest gift of all time–eternal love and our beautiful children “Sitaaron ke aage jahaan aur bhi hai; Humare ishq mein imtihaan aur bhi hai…Abhi tho naapi hai muthi bhar zameen; Aage aasman aur bhi hai…”

In the video, the actress also shared some glimpse from her private wedding ceremony.

Neha married beau Viabhav in February 2021 and the duo welcomed a baby boy on May 14 2021. Soon after she shared the video fans flooded the comment section with red heart emoticons and Happy anniversary wishes.
Neha Dhupia commented, “Adorable D ! Love u guys.”
Actor Lara Dutta wrote, “Happy Anniversary you two lovely goofballs!”
Gauahar Khan commented, “God bless.”
Nimrat Kaur wrote, “Adoraaaaaaable!!!!!!!! Happy happy anniversary.”
Masaba Gupta wrote, “Such a nice, refreshing wedding D.”

Dia’s next film appearances include “Dhak Dhak,” which also stars Taapsee Pannu, Ratna Pathak Shah, Fatima Sana Shaikh, and Sanjana Sanghi.

The adventure movie “Dhak Dhak,” directed by Tarun Dudeja, tells the tale of a road journey done by a group of female friends.

She will also appear in the upcoming social drama “Bheed” with Rajkummar Rao and Bhumi Pednekar.

Isha Alya, actor of Jharkhand, shot dead by snatchers in West Bengal

December 28, 2022, 4:20 pm

Isha Alya, an actor from Jharkhand, was allegedly shot dead by snatchers early on Wednesday morning on National Highway 16 in Howrah, West Bengal, according to police.

The event happened as the actress, her husband Prakash Kumar, and their 3-year-old daughter were travelling from Ranchi to Kolkata.

A police investigation has been opened as a result of Kumar’s complaint. In order to reenact the incident, the detectives also interrogated Kumar and took him to the crime scene. Police are also getting video from a CCTv set up in a nearby factory that is near the crime scene.

“According to the complaint, the family was heading towards Kolkata in their car. They stopped at a desolate place around 6am where Kumar wanted to answer the nature’s call. Three snatchers attacked them. When Alya tried to resist, she was shot from a point blank range,” said a police officer.

“She was a popular actor in Jharkhand. Even though her actual name is Riya Kumari her screen name is Isha Alya,” Kumar, who described himself as a film director, told media persons.

According to the complainant, there were three miscreants. They attacked Kumar when he got down to answer the nature’s call.

“My wife was sitting in the car with our daughter. When the miscreants tried to snatch my wallet, my wife got down and tried to resist. They shot her,” Kumar told reporters.

Locals claim that Kumar drove down around two kilometres to seek assistance because the location was so deserted. Alya was pronounced dead after the victim was taken urgently to the Uluberia hospital.

Vaishali Thakkar suicide: Suicide note discloses neighbour’s name

October 17, 2022, 5:05 pm

In an unfortunate incident, TV serial actor Vaishali Thakkar allegedly died by suicide in her Indore residence on Sunday, according ot the police.

The actress wrote a note before deciding to end her life. The suicide note suggested that the 29 year old actress was harrased by her neighbour.

The actress took the extreme life-taking step at around 12:30 pm, said the police. The police rushed to the spot as soon as they got the information. “TV actress Vaishali Thakkar, committed suicide at her residence in Sai Bagh Colony, under Tejaji police station limits in Indore,” an official said. The official added, “A suicide note was also recovered from the spot that suggests that she was stressed and was being harassed by her neighbour Rahul Navlani, who is a businessman.”

“Rahul was Vaishali’s neighbour and the suicide note indicates that he used to harass Vaishali, because of which she took such an extreme step. She was about to get married to another man and Rahul troubled her for that.

The police are currently investigating the case,” Assistant commissioner of police (ACP) Moti ur Rehman told. “Rahul is currently not in his residence and has fled after locking his house. Police are currently try to locate him, after that he will be questioned,” the ACP added. The officer also said the actor’s gadgets will also be examined.

Archana Pooran Singh desires to follow Neena Gupta’s plea for work.

September 26, 2022, 1:55 pm

Actor Archana Pooran Singh who is currently seen in The Kapil Sharma show has revealed that she is ‘dying to perform’. She expressed her frustration at people knowing only one aspect of her craft.
Popularly, she is known for her comic role in the classic movie Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, in which she performed the role of Professor Ms Briganza. She developed such a strong comedic reputation, thanks to the role that even 20 years later, she hasn’t been offered a serious role.
The actor added that she can do so much more in acting than comic roles, she can cry and make people cry too. She said the side of her is yet to be explored and this will happen someday.
Archana said, “That chhaap (image) is so solid. Also, a lot of people feel that what they should offer me after Ms Briganza. It’s been almost 25 years since Kuch Kuch Hota Hai was released. And the character is still following me. People also feel that I am best suited only for comedy. As an actor, I feel deprived, cheated and I have been left yearning for good roles.”

She stated that she is considering approaching filmmakers for work in the same way that actress Neena Gupta did. Neena, once posted on her Instagram asking the filmmakers for work as she wasn’t offered any roles in a long time and was sitting at home. After this, she got great opportunities and delivered a blockbuster film, ‘Badhai Ho.’

Archana made her film debut with Abhishek and then featured in Jalwa opposite Naseeruddin Shah. She was also part of several films such as Agneepath (1990), Saudagar (1991), Shola Aur Shabnam (1992), Aashiq Awara (1993), and Raja Hindustani (1996). Fans saw her in comedy roles such as Love Story 2050, Mohabbatein, Krrish, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Masti, De Dana Dan and Bol Bachchan.

‘We are never going to go back to pre-Covid’: Soha Ali Khan

December 15, 2021, 8:22 pm

Soha Ali Khan is a versatile actress who has played several impactful roles in films across genres and languages. She is well known for her role in Rang De Basanti that earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress. We hosted Soha for an exclusive interview for our latest series, NewsX India A-List. Below are a few excerpts from the interview:

For our first question, we asked Soha about her wellness routine. To this, Soha said, “It is really something that I worry about a lot. Not so much for myself but my young daughter. And then I keep realizing that if something happens to me, then that will also not be a good thing for her, so I must also look after myself.” She continued, “What everyone is now embracing is the immune system, how you strengthen the immune system. The idea is, of course, to try and live a healthy lifestyle as much as possible, and that includes a good diet – try and get as much nutrition as you can from your foods – sleep well…as well as exercise.”

We were then curious to know if Soha thinks that the pandemic has brought a positive change in people’s attitude towards a healthy lifestyle. She replied, “It’s not a general answer or question because there are some people who look after themselves and some people will not, no matter what. And you can see that quite clearly now when you step outside – that some people will just not wear a mask, no matter how many times you tell them.”

Further speaking about people’s attitudes, Soha stated, “A lot of people who are younger take themselves for granted. They feel things are not going to happen to them. Some people just have a better immune system and they don’t know why. Some people suffer from and catch diseases more often than others. You can do a lot of exercises and eat well but still get certain diseases. But I have always looked after myself, and I have always believed that it’s important to love yourself and give yourself that respect.” Moreover, she said jokingly, “If I was to fall sick, a lot of things would fall apart. I don’t know if it’s true or not, but I don’t want to find out.”

Putting her thoughts forward about healthy eating, Soha told us, “I think for about 20 years now, I have been eating right, not as a diet, just as a lifestyle. I’m very, very disciplined when it comes to food.” Continuing the thought, the actress said, “Luckily I’m not a foodie, so it’s not like I’m tempted. I just genuinely enjoy healthy food.” Soha also shared advice on healthy eating, “You should try to get your nutrition from foods as opposed to medical supplements, wherever possible,” she said.

Expressing her opinion on the changes brought in by the pandemic, Soha said, “We are never going to go back to pre-Covid, I believe.” She added, “Just that kind of fundamental change terrifies me as a person who is so used to routine, and I dislike change immensely. It really unsettles me.”

Telling us about her upcoming projects, Soha revealed, “I have done two shows. One is for Amazon and one is being produced by MA and it will be released soon on a platform to be disclosed.”

Watch the full interview on NewsX YouTube page: