Actor Abhishek Bachchan is a familiar name in the world of sports ownership, thanks to his involvement in kabaddi and football leagues. But he has steered clear of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Now, the actor has finally revealed why the IPL has never been on his investment radar.

He said, “It is very interesting. I don’t know anybody who doesn’t like the IPL. I think it is the ultimate in sports entertainment. I would love to be involved in it, but at that point of time – first of all, to be honest – when it started, it was very expensive. I was a fledgling actor… my films had just started doing well, I had begun earning some decent money, but it was out of my budget.”

He continued, “More importantly, I didn’t know what I could contribute. In terms of infrastructure, the BCCI does a wonderful job—so what could I bring to the table? I am not someone who is happy sitting in the stands and waving. ‘Oh, a star has arrived’—I am not that person… If you have seen me at my matches, I am very involved. I sit with the players. I live with them. I train them if I can. I even approve what they eat every day. I micromanage everything – that’s how I like to work.”

When it comes to sports, he has invested in teams such as Jaipur Pink Panthers in the Pro Kabaddi League and Chennaiyin FC. He is often seen attending matches with his family.

He also has Raja Shivaji in the pipeline. The historical action drama is co-written and directed by Riteish Deshmukh. The film features an ensemble cast led by Riteish in the title role, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Mahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Bhagyashree, Fardeen Khan, Jitendra Joshi, Amole Gupte and Genelia Deshmukh. Based on the life of Shivaji Maharaj, the film is produced by Genelia Deshmukh and Jyoti Deshpande.

Actor Alia Bhatt, who shares daughter Raha with husband Ranbir Kapoor, recently opened up about a deeply personal concern – revealing that the fear of failure seems to be creeping into her young daughter’s life, a thought that leaves her constantly worried.

Alia said, “I am a mother to a three-and-a-half-year-old and she is the joy of my life. But I am worried all the time. My father once asked me what it feels like to be a mother, and I said it’s a combination of joy and worry. I’m constantly thinking – am I a good mother? Am I saying the right things? What would be your advice to me or any parent today, because children are so beautiful, curious, and they learn life through you in the first few years?”

Alia also spoke about the fear of failure, saying, “We all fear failure. Even now, as my daughter grows up, she always wants to win. If someone else comes first, she’ll say they cheated. I tell her—no, they came first.”

Following this, Sadhguru mentioned, “When you have a child, the first thing is to drop the idea that you have to teach them something… You must watch, listen, and observe a child—they are far closer to life than you are.”

Alia dated Ranbir Kapoor for several years and got married in April 2022. Their love story, which blossomed on the sets of Brahmāstra. Raha, their first child, was born in November of the same year.

Alia was last seen in Jigra (2024). She also has spy thriller Alpha in the pipeline. The film is slated for release on July 10. Alpha was originally slated for release in Christmas 2025, but was moved to 17 April 2026. It is believed that the film has been pushed again to avoid a clash with Salman Khan’s Maatrubhumi. The film was set to release in theatres on April 17.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry touched down in Australia for the first time since their whirlwind 2018 royal tour, but the vibe now couldn’t be more different. Back then, everything about their visit screamed royal glamour and tradition: think official receptions, big crowds, and endless protocol. This week, though, Harry and Meghan just strolled off a commercial flight in Melbourne, blending in (as much as possible) with fellow Qantas business class passengers.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s return to Australia: What we know about the tour so far

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex landed in Melbourne on April 14, 2026, flying commercially from Los Angeles, and yet, nobody clocked them right away on the Los Angeles to Melbourne flight.Per People, this time around, Harry, 41, and Meghan, 44, opted to fly business class on Qantas, surprising some of their fellow fliers on the flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne.“It wasn’t until we got off the plane that we realized it was them,” one American traveler told The Age, as reported by the outlet. Another swapped a few words, wishing the couple a great stay and even chatting about Archie and Lilibet. “I said, ‘I hope you have a lovely time in Melbourne and I’m sure you’ll enjoy Sydney,’ ” the passenger told reporters. “We spoke about their children and that they were here for a couple of days.”Instead of the usual press scrum or planned arrival moment, Harry and Meghan quietly exited the airport in a convoy, skipping the cameras altogether. No royal fanfare, just a fast getaway.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry revisit Australia, but differently

Meghan and Harry’s Australia trip has a different feel compared to 2018’s buzzy royal parade across Australia, Fiji, Tonga, and New Zealand. Eight years ago, it was a tour packed with adoring crowds and, famously, the announcement that Meghan was expecting Archie. This time, there’s no royal agenda and no state receptions. The visit is shorter (just four days), privately funded, and more about work than waving to crowds.As per AP News, they’re hitting Melbourne, Canberra, and Sydney, focusing on three big themes: mental health, community resilience, and veteran support. They start at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne, where both spend time with young patients and staff. Meghan plans to visit a women’s homelessness shelter, something she’s championed for years. Harry’s schedule centers around veterans, connecting with Invictus Australia and showing up for commemorative events at the Australian War Memorial.Then, Harry will speak at the InterEdge Psychosocial Safety Summit in Melbourne, where he’ll dig into the topic of workplace mental health, an issue he’s pushed for a long time. As for Meghan, she’ll be heading to Sydney for the ‘Her Best Life’ women’s retreat, leading a weekend of networking, yoga, and panel talks. The couple’s also carving out time for a few lighter moments, like a sailing event with Invictus Australia and a rugby match in Sydney. Archie and Lilibet are staying home in California this round.This Australian visit comes off the back of a busy travel year for Harry and Meghan, including humanitarian stops in Jordan, Nigeria, and Colombia. Their calendar is packed, but their approach feels more personal and hands-on than ever before.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s life in America post ‘Megxit’

Just over a year after their blockbuster 2018 tour, The Sussexes shocked the world by stepping back from royal life, a move the tabloids dubbed “Megxit.” Per Reuters, they felt the royal machine wasn’t protecting them, the press was relentless, and they wanted room to call their own shots. They left for North America, eventually settling in Montecito, California, to build a life outside the palace walls.Since then, they’ve reinvented themselves as public figures: still global celebrities, just under their own banner. Through the Archewell Foundation, they’ve backed projects in mental health, gender equality, and community development. And they’ve launched media ventures, like the famous Oprah interview, Netflix documentaries, and Meghan’s new podcast.This trip is about more than just work, philanthropy, or wellness branding. It’s Harry and Meghan showing the world how they want to show up, still committed to causes they care about, but no longer tied to royal scripts. They’re carving out a new lane, meeting Australia on their own terms, and writing a fresh chapter in their very public story.

He said, “Maine pucha kaise hain aap? Toh unhone bola ki haan zara tabyat theek nahi hai aajkal. Bhut saari baatien ki purane logon ke barrien main, Lata ji ke barrien main. Unhone kaha, ‘Ek kaam karo tum, jab vapas aaoge Mauritius se toh aake milna toh bethke baatein karenge.’ Lekin takdeer main likha nahi tha. Main vapas aaya April 9-10 ko aur April 11 ko mujhe pata laga, she’s not well.”

(I asked her how she was doing, and she said, “Yes, my health hasn’t been too good these days.” We spoke a lot about old times and about the people from the past, including Lata ji. She said, “Do one thing, when you return from Mauritius, come and meet me and we’ll sit and talk.” But fate had other plans. I returned around April 9 or 10, and on April 11, I found out that she was unwell.)

He revealed that on April 12, he spoke to Asha’s daughter-in-law, Anjula, who told him that the singer was critical, and the next thing he received was the sad news of Asha’s demise. He added,

“Voh dil ki bahut young thi, voh 92 ki nahi thi, voh 22 ki thi dil mein. Unka ravayiya bahut positive tha zindagi ko lekar. Literally vo phone pe gaa rahi thi, aur pooch rahi thi dekho meri awaz kaisi lag rahi hai. Maine kaha aap gaa rahi hain aur keh rahin hain meri tabyat kharab hai, sur bhi barabar lag rahe hain, kamaal hai”

(She was very young at heart; she was not 92, she was 22 in her heart. Her attitude towards life was very positive. She was literally singing on the phone and asking, “Tell me, how does my voice sound?” I said, “You are singing and saying your health is not well, yet you are perfectly in tune, it’s amazing.”)

Numerous celebrities, including Tabu, Sachin Tendulkar, Ranveer Singh, Riteish Deshmukh and others, were seen getting emotional as they consoled her granddaughter, Zanai Bhosle. Her casket was adorned with white lilies and wrapped in the tricolour at her home, and she was given a gun salute by the Mumbai Police at the crematorium. Vicky Kaushal, Aamir Khan, Vivek Oberoi, Padmini Kolhapure and Jackie Shroff were among those seen at Shivaji Park, along with political leaders such as Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, Rashmi Thackeray and Aaditya Thackeray.