Tom Dumont, the talented guitarist of No Doubt, has courageously shared his battle with early-onset Parkinson’s disease at the age of 58. After grappling with symptoms for some time, he has finally embraced his diagnosis. Despite this new chapter in his life, Dumont’s love for music shines brightly, and he expresses unwavering optimism, declaring his ability to keep playing guitar.
Guitarist Tom Dumont, who is best known as a member of No Doubt, recently shared a major update about his personal life. The famed musician revealed that he has been diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease, leaving fans and netizens alike shocked at the health update.
Guitarist Tom Dumont diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s
Taking to his social media account on April 11, the musician shared a video with the world, giving them an update about something major that had recently happened in his life. The singer and guitarist revealed in the video that after proper testing and hospital visits, he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The 58 year old shared that he had been experiencing certain symptoms for a few years now; however, he only recently got an official diagnosis. “I went to my doctor, I went to a neurologist, and I did a whole bunch of tests. It’s been a struggle. It’s a struggle every day.” He, however, reassured fans that he is doing well and that he can still play his guitar and work on music. “The good news is, I can still play music, I can still play guitar. I’ve been doing really well,” he continued optimistically. His band, No Doubt, is all set and ready, prepping for their upcoming 18-show residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas. Gwen Stefani will also be playing at the venue. The residency will last from May 6 to June 13.
What is Parkinson’s disease?
The Cleveland Clinic describes Parkinson’s Disease as “a progressive condition that affects movement. It often starts with tremors, stiffness or slowness. It happens when brain cells that make dopamine stop working over time. There’s no cure, but medications and therapies may help manage symptoms to improve daily life.”The symptoms are decribes as “Slowed movement, tremors at rest, often in your hands, arms or legs, muscle stiffness or rigidity, changes in posture and walking, like a stooped stance, and shuffling steps or trouble turning” among other things.
NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli looked in ominous touch at the Wankhede Stadium, anchoring Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s batting effort with composure and control. He rotated strike smartly and allowed Phil Salt – who was in destructive form – to dominate the bowling. Salt’s blistering knock, along with half-centuries from skipper Rajat Patidar and Kohli, and a late flourish from Tim David, powered RCB to a daunting 240/4 against Mumbai Indians.Salt smashed 78 off 36 balls, sharing a 120-run opening stand with Kohli, who made 50 off 38 deliveries. Patidar then kept the momentum going with a 20-ball 53, adding 65 runs with Kohli, before David’s unbeaten 34 off 16 balls provided the finishing touches.
In response, Mumbai Indians managed 222/5, falling short despite a promising start. RCB spinner Suyash Sharma delivered the decisive blow with a double strike in the eighth over, halting the chase at a crucial stage.However, one of the most talked-about moments came after Kohli’s dismissal. Having reached his second fifty of the season, Kohli was removed by Hardik Pandya. As he walked back to the pavilion, the usually composed batter was visibly furious. In a moment that quickly went viral, Kohli vented his frustration by throwing his helmet and gloves, reflecting his hunger for a bigger score despite a solid contribution.RCB, the defending champions, have played four matches so far this season, winning three and losing one.With this win, RCB climbed to third on the points table and will next face Lucknow Super Giants on April 15.
After launching its first major asset, the ‘Rama’ glimpse, in Los Angeles and New York, producer Namit Malhotra and leading man Yash have reportedly headed to CinemaCon 2026 wih their magnum opus ‘Ramayana: Part 1′. The event which takes place in Las Vegas from April 13 to 16, had posters, including a large banner-style reveal, at the venue’s centre, featuring detailed close-up looks and high-resolution, intricately designed character artworks of Kapoor’s Rama and Yash’s Ravana. A poster titled Enter the World of Ramayana featured a write-up that read, “CinemaCon delegates are invited to experience one of the most ambitious theatrical productions currently in post-production and slated for worldwide theatrical release this year – Ramayana, a sweeping mythological epic filmed for IMAX and designed as a global tentpole event. From the 5,000-year-old myth that continues to shape culture across continents, Ramayana is being crafted as a cinematic spectacle for modern audiences – combining large-format filmmaking, cutting edge visual effects by 8-time Academy Award-winning VFX studio DNEG, and an unprecedented musical collaboration between Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman. Throughout CinemaCon, the Ramayana team will host private previews and open house conversations in the Milano III Ballroom, offering a first look at the scale, vision, and global release strategy for the film. DNEG CEO, Producer and creative visionary behind the Ramayana franchise, Namit Malhotra, major film star & producer Yash, and members of the Prime Focus Studios executive team will be available during the week to connect with partners interested in the film’s journey. Daily ‘Open House’ Hours – April 12th thru 16th”The makers are reportedly going all out to set ‘Ramayana’ on a global stage. CinemaCon remains the largest and most significant annual gathering for the global motion picture theatre industry, bringing together Hollywood studios, cinema owners, and vendors for four days, Variety India reports. This year’s event is expected to attract industry professionals, exhibition booths and over 15 demonstration suites. Besides ‘Ramayana’, Hollywood heavyweights like Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’, Marvel’s ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ and ‘Avengers: Doomsday’, the sci-fi flick Dune: Part Three’ will also mark their presence at the event with directors and their star-cast taking the big stage to promote their films. ‘Ramayana’, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, is slated for a Diwali 2026 release.
In light of a recent DUI incident, pop superstar Britney Spears has chosen to seek help by enrolling in a rehabilitation program. This decision, made a month after her California arrest, signals her dedication to healing and addressing her challenges head-on. Her attorneys reiterated her determination to improve, highlighting the unwavering support she receives from family, especially her sons.
Following her DUI arrest last month, famed singer Britney Spears has been under public scrutiny. This was also not the first time that Spears had been taken into custody because of a DUI, which further worried fans. However, as per the latest reports shared online, the ‘Toxic’ singer has officially entered a treatment facility on her own. Here’s what we know.
Britney Spears checks into rehab
As per a recent report shared by TMZ, the famous singer has officially checked herself into a rehab facility. As per the report, she voluntarily checked herself into the facility in order to get better. She will be undergoing treatment and therapy for her substance abuse issues. The news comes a month after Spears was arrested by the authorities for driving under the influence of alcohol. A statement read, “She knows strategically this will look good in front of the judge that she’s taking it seriously.”
More about Britney Spears’ DUI case
A month ago, the 44 year old famed singer was stopped by the authorities and taken into custody after she was found driving rashly under the influence in Ventura, California. She was also taken to the hospital for a wellness test, and released on bail the very next day.Her legal representatives had issued a long statement about how sorry Spears is over everything that has happened, and that she takes full responsibility for all of her actions. Furthermore, the statement read, “Britney is going to take the right steps and comply with the law and hopefully this can be the first step in long overdue change that needs to occur in Britney’s life. Hopefully, she can get the help and support she needs during this difficult time.”The statement further read. “Her boys are going to be spending time with her. Her loved ones are going to come up with an overdue plan to set her up for success for well being,” emphasizing that they will be staying by her side through everything. Spears shares two sons, Sean Preston and Jayden Preston, with her ex-husband, Kevin Federline.A few days ago, the singer was spotted having a good time on a yacht with her sons. Not only that but she had also shared photos online posing alongside them with a big smile on her face.
Former RCB owner Vijay Mallya reacted to Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s emphatic win over Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, praising the team’s dominant showing in Mumbai.
Taking to social media, Mallya hailed “RCB namma Simhagalu,” calling them the lions of Bengaluru who “roared loud with bat and ball” to secure victory at MI’s home. The reaction quickly gained traction among fans, many of whom still associate him with the franchise’s early years and identity.
Mallya, who left India in March 2016, is currently based in England and is barred from leaving England and Wales. He faces allegations of defaulting on multiple loan repayments amounting to several thousand crores and was declared a Fugitive Economic Offender in January 2019 under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, with extradition proceedings initiated thereafter. Despite the distance, he continues to follow RCB’s journey and respond to key moments.
On the field, RCB delivered a performance built on authority from the outset. Phil Salt provided early momentum with an aggressive start, setting the tone in the powerplay. Virat Kohli complemented that with a measured half-century, ensuring the innings had stability alongside intent.
The acceleration continued through Rajat Patidar, whose quickfire knock shifted the game decisively, while late contributions ensured RCB pushed well beyond the 200 mark to finish on 240. That total placed Mumbai under immediate pressure in the chase.
With the ball, RCB stayed in control through key phases. Suyash Sharma delivered crucial breakthroughs in the middle overs, removing set batters and preventing Mumbai from building sustained momentum. His spell ensured the required rate continued to climb.
Support came from Krunal Pandya, who kept things tight and controlled the tempo, while the rest of the attack maintained discipline.
A late surge from Sherfane Rutherford reduced the margin, but the result was never in serious doubt. RCB’s all-round display ensured they remained ahead throughout, sealing a statement win at Wankhede.
‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’ showed good growth at the box office as it completed its fourth weekend on a high. The film ended its fourth Sunday (Day 25) with an early estimated collection of Rs 14.75 crore net and a gross total haul of Rs 17.68 crore, according to a report on Sacnilk.Dhurandhar 2 ReviewThe spy-action film, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh in the lead, thus ended its Week 4 run with an estimated Rs 35.25 crore net collection and an estimated gross total of Rs 42.25 crore.‘Dhurandhar 2’ vs ‘Dhurandhar’ week 4 collections‘Dhurandhar 2’ was, however, unable to beat the fourth weekend record set by ‘Dhurandhar’. While the sequel earned around Rs 35.25 crore, the original film collected a net total of Rs 58 crore in its fourth weekend.‘Dhurandhar 2’ week wise box office collectionSince its release on March 19, the film has seen a considerable decline in box office collections. The film, which began its run with an impressive Rs 674.17 crore net collection in Week 1, saw a sharp drop in numbers in Weeks 2 and 3.Week 1 – Rs 674.17 croreWeek 2 – Rs 263.65 croreWeek 3 – Rs 110.60 crore‘Dhurandhar 2’ total collectionsWith this, the film’s current India net collection stands at an estimated Rs 1,083.67 crore. The film’s all-India gross total, on the other hand, has reached an estimated Rs 1,297.48 crore, while its overseas haul is estimated at Rs 415.50 crore.‘Dhurandhar 2’ crosses Rs 1,700 crore mark‘Dhurandhar 2’ has thus scored an estimated worldwide collection of Rs 1,712.98 crore. The film has become the first Bollywood film to reach Rs 1,700 crore worldwide in Phase 1 in a record-breaking 25 days, without a Gulf release.This achievement places it in a league of its own, especially when compared to recent pan-Indian titans like ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’ and ‘Baahubali 2: The Conclusion’. While those films recorded staggering numbers, they were Telugu-original productions where the Hindi dub served as a secondary revenue stream. In the case of ‘Dhurandhar 2’, the primary Hindi market acted as the central engine, accounting for a massive share of the Rs 1,068.92 crore total India net collection.
Asha BhosleThe diva, chanteuse and one of India’s most beloved artistes died in Mumbai on Sunday, ending her illustrious career spanning over seven decades in which she sang over 12,000 songs in 20 languages. She was 92 years old.
Asha Bhosle
Bhosle was the last of the generation of great singers who took Hindi film music to its peak. The longevity of his career, his brilliant cut-glass voice, and his open-mindedness to diverse musical inspirations meant that he influenced generations of musicians and fans.
Tributes poured in from around the world hours after his death following a brief illness. “His unique musical journey spanning decades has enriched our cultural heritage,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on his social media.
Filmmaker Muzaffar Ali told HT, “The voices have faded, but their voices have gone into the deep chambers of memory, where it will continue to resonate for those who have known longing through song.” Asha Bhosle won the National Award for Ali’s Umrao Jaan in 1981, the song being one of the most memorable songs in her vast oeuvre.
Born on September 8, 1933, in Sangli, Maharashtra, into a family of musicians with roots in Goa, she was just nine years old when she lost her father, the famous Marathi actor-singer, Master Dinanath Mangeshkar. Lata MangeshkarThe eldest of five siblings, he joined a film studio in Kolhapur to support the family. A year later, young Asha also started making moves, singing her first song in the 1943 Marathi film ‘Majhe Bal’ (My Child).
Although she is often compared to her great sister Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle has carved her own career path with her versatility, immense talent and perseverance. Especially in the 1960s and 70s, the two sisters reigned supreme in the Hindi film music industry, often sparking debate among experts as to who among the two was the goat.
Raj Thackeray who knew both the Mangeshkar sisters, compared him to leonardo da vinci and michelangelo Of Indian film music. “When you look at Da Vinci’s work, you keep feeling in it a perfection, an exquisite precision, an overwhelming peace and a spiritual experience that suddenly comes over you. All this is felt in Didi’s (Lata Mangeshkar) singing…Again, in Michelangelo’s work, there is humility, passion, playfulness and rebellion too. Sometimes it seems as if his sculptures are impatient to be freed from the stone. So too with Asha Tai’s songs. There was longing, mischief, fearlessness and inherent human recklessness in his singing, a strong desire to throw caution to the wind…” he wrote in a social media post.
This exact desire also affected Asha’s personal life when at the age of 16 she eloped with a transport operator, Ganpatrao Bhosle, leading to strained relations with her family. This was also the year their first child was born and the couple was struggling to make ends meet.
In later years, Bhosle would often reminisce about her apprenticeship years. “I used to do morning chores at my home in Borivali before going to work – fetching water, cooking and washing clothes. Those were tough times. I used to travel by tram or train, going from one studio to another in search of songs. Novice chorus singers were paid ₹100 in those days,” he once reminded this writer.
By the 1950s, Mangeshkar, Geeta Dutt and Shamshad Begum were in the top echelon of singers, collaborating with well-known music directors such as Anil Biswas, Naushad, C. Ramachandra, SD Burman, Madan Mohan, Shankar-Jaikishan and Sajjad Hussain.
Bhosle had to compromise with talented, but lesser-known musicians like Hansraj Bahl, Sardul Kwatra and Lachchiram, who would sing a mujra number here or a club song there.
But it was the so-called B-grade songs, meant to attract bleacher seats, that helped Bhosle cement his position in the highly competitive world of Hindi film music.
Writer and artist Prakash Bal Joshi says, “By giving voice to vampiric, ‘fallen’ women, Bhosle offered oomph as a counter-point to Hindi cinema’s female protagonist, who was condemned for upholding conservative values. This was long before women’s empowerment came into public discussion.” “Asha Tai made seduction respectable.”
Her elder sister’s disagreements with two top music directors, OP Nayyar and SD Burman, created a rift, which Asha Bhosle accepted with readiness and gratitude.
His association with SD Burman led to memorable songs, such as: ‘Accha ji main hari chalo’ (‘Kala Paani’), ‘Chhod do aanchal zamana kya kahega’ (‘Paying guest’), ‘Haal kaisa hai janab ka’ and ‘Paanch rupaiya bara aana’ (from both ‘Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi’), ‘The night is lonely, the lamps have been extinguished’ (“Jewel Thief”) to name just a few. It also introduced him to Burman’s younger son Rahul Dev who became a central figure in his life and later career.
But it was his association with OP Nayyar that propelled him to the top tier of singers. Nayyar not only gave her the opportunity to sing for leading ladies of the 1950s and 1960s like Madhubala, Vyjayanti Mala, Sadhna, Asha Parekh, Mala Sinha and Sharmila Tagore, but also helped her hone a style that was distinct from her illustrious sister.
Nayyar once told this correspondent during an interview at his apartment on Marine Drive, “My songs needed a focused voice. Despite being a great singer, Mangeshkar’s voice was a bit delicate for my kind of compositions, whereas Ashaji’s voice exuded a certain raw energy.”
The Nayyar-Bhosle partnership, which lasted for 18 years, produced a rich crop of tunes: ‘Maang ke saath tumhara’ (‘Naya Daur’), ’Zara haule haule chalo mor sajna’ (‘Saavan ki Ghata’), ‘Yahi woh jaghan hai’ (‘Yeh raat phir na aayegi’), ‘Jaiye kahan jaenge’ (‘Mere Sanam’) And ‘Koi kahe-kehde jamane se jaake’ (‘Springs will come again’) among many others.
The couple separated in 1972. Older people remember how the musician fought back tears during recording ‘Chain Aye Humko Kabhi’ (‘Life may go but words may not go’). That soulful tune was the swan song of the Nayyar-Bhosle partnership.
His collaboration with Rahul Dev Burman in 1965 ‘Third Floor’ Revitalized Hindi film music, bringing in modern pop sensibilities. She created a series of memorable cabaret numbers in other films ‘Piya tu ab to aaja’ (Caravan), ‘Duniya mein logo ko…’ (‘Apna Desh’). RD modified old tunes, combining them with new musical phrases and influences: Arabic, Mediterranean, blues and bossa nova, combining strong African melodies with traditional drumming. Bhosle quickly upgraded his singing skills to keep pace with changing times and technology. In 1980, after being divorced for a long time, she married RD Burman.
This new Bhosle-Burman collaboration brought a breath of fresh air into the smoke-filled recording studios, creating new beats for the youth of India inspired by the power of flowers. ‘Sita Aur Geeta’, ‘Bombay to Goa’, ‘Caravan’, ‘Yaadon Ki Baaraat’, ‘Jawaani Deewani’ And ‘Hare Ram Hare Krishna’ These were some of the films for which he composed memorable music. This new phase is best represented by two songs ‘Dum Maaro Dum’ (‘Hare Ram Hare Krishna’) And ‘Chura liya hai tum ne jo dil ko’ (‘Yaadon Ki Baaraat’) Which are popular even today.
By now, at the peak of her skills, she expanded the range of her art and singing. While purists swear by his old numbers like ‘Tang aa chuke hain kashm-e-kash-e-zindagi se hum’ (‘Light House’) and ‘Ab ke baras bhej bhai ko babul’ (‘Bandini’), He upped his game to suit the post-liberalisation generation with songs like ‘Yai re, yai re, dance harder’ From ‘Rangeela‘, reinventing himself for the more tech-centric wunderkind AR Rahman.
But his biggest triumph came between these two stages when he sang for ‘Umrao Jaan’. According to the story, Khayyam requested Bhosle to lower his voice by a note or two to enhance the effect. ‘Umrao Jaan’ ghazals after ‘Umrao Jaan’ He did not look back.
He conducted concerts in the US, Canada, UK and Dubai. In the early 1990s, he teamed up with Boy George and Stephen Loscombe of the synth pop band Blankmanage; And was nominated for a Grammy. British band Cornershop’s tribute to the famous singer, ‘Brimful of Hope’ became an international hit.
Bhosle also worked with sarod maestro Ustad Ali Akbar Khan for a personal album ‘Legacy’, which earned him a Grammy nomination. She also became an entrepreneur and founded ‘Asha’, a chain of restaurants in Dubai, Kuwait, Doha, Bahrain and Abu Dhabi. Over the years he was awarded several awards: Padma Vibhushan; Dadasaheb Phalke Award; Lata Mangeshkar Award of Madhya Pradesh Government; Maharashtra Bhushan Award and BBC Lifetime Award among many other awards.
But despite the accolades, she often jokes about her number two status in Hindi cinema compared to her sister. “The world remembers Neil Armstrong as the first man to walk on the Moon. Buzz Aldrin was with him!”. She once spoke with tongue in cheek at a public event.
In her personal life too, she brought the same vivacity that can be found in her singing. There are many people who vouch for his sensational cooking skills. Close family friend Prasad Mahadkar revealed, “Asha tai made wonderful ‘paya’ soup and macchi biryani.” “Many of the fisherwomen from the Grant Road market were her very good friends.”
Adversity and personal bereavement failed to dampen his great passion for life and music. Mahadkar says, “Asha Tai knew that life is unpredictable and fame is fleeting. She took each day as it came and moved forward bravely – always ahead of her time.”
Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya is not happy with the way his team has played in the last couple of games of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL).
A horrible day at the office for Hardik Pandya’s Mumbai Indians. (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)
On Sunday night, playing in front of their home supporters at the Wankhede Stadium, they suffered their third successive defeat of this season. Chasing 241 to win, MI could only manage 222/5. You may think they managed to get close to the target in light of an 18-run defeat, but that wasn’t the case.
Actually, they were not in the game for a very large part of the second half of their batting innings. Pandya didn’t make excuses and admitted they were not playing great cricket in their recent matches.
“I think that was always going to be catch-up. I think it’s been the last couple of games as a bowling unit or even as a batting unit, we’ve been quite catching up to the game rather than leading the game. Really need to reflect, really need to see what best we can do and how we can get that momentum and that click which we require,” Pandya said after the defeat, their third in a row.
In five-time champions Mumbai Indian’s defeat, Sherfane Rutherford was the only shining light. He scored 71 not out off just 31 balls with the help of one four and nine sixes. Pandya thought the Caribbean batsman could come in handy in the coming matches. “Yes, when we got Rutherford, it was always exciting for us. We always knew the kind of potential and the kind of power he has and the way he batted, it just gives us extra cushion and at the same time confidence, if we want to make some changes or we want to see what this team requires, we can definitely do it because of the way he is batting,” Pandya, who himself made a 22-ball 40, said.
There is more to cricket than just winning the toss!
On Sunday, Pandya won the toss and put RCB into bat; however, the lack of execution in the bowling department nullified the advantage of having the coin luck. “To be very honest, now a lot of things need to be rethought. Definitely, it’s not working. A couple of games, we have won the toss, but maybe we need to see what the other options are, as well as the batting group or bowling group that we can have. We still need to bat well, we still need to bowl well, irrespective of the toss,” he said.
The way Mumbai Indians have played since their win against Kolkata Knight Riders in their season opener, more troubles await them since they next face one of the league’s favourites Punjab Kings, undefeated so far, on Thursday. Pandya said that over the next couple of days, there will be a lot of brainstorming as to what they can do to beat PBKS. “A lot of options will be asked and thrown. We will see what we can do in the next game,” he concluded.
Legendary singer Asha Bhosle passed away on Sunday at the age of 92. One of the most acclaimed singers in Indian music history, Asha’s passing prompted tributes, condolences, and memories from her colleagues, juniors, and industry friends.
Asha Bhosle died at the age of 92 after an eight-decade-long stellar career in music. (File Photo/ PTI)
Shamir Tandon pays tribute to Asha Bhosle
As tributes continue to pour in from across the industry, music director Shamir Tandon has also reflected on the privilege of working with the legendary singer, whom he described as a mother figure in his life. In an interview with ANI, Tandon shared an emotional recollection of his journey with the legendary singer. The two first collaborated for the National Award-winning film, Page 3, in which Asha sang the popular song, Kitne Ajeeb Rishte.
He spoke about how Asha Bhosle once advised him to remain technology-forward— something she learned from her husband, the late composer RD Burman.
How Asha Bhosle embraced death in final years
Shamir Tandon poignantly touched upon how Asha told her she was ready for death as they collaborated on what was one of her final songs. “One of her last songs in Hindi has been done by me, which is written by my dear friend Prasoon Joshi. Uske bol hain: Jaane do, jaane do, khud se milna hai, jaane do (Let me go, let me go, I want to meet myself, let me go).” The composer said the veteran singer related to the lyrics a lot. “Woh kehti thi ki ab bass bahut ho gaya, ab mujhe bahut ache tarike se chale jana hai. Khud se milna jana hai. (She used to say that she now wishes to go away peacefully and find herself again,” he added.
Asha Bhosle dies
Born in 1933, Asha Bhosle began her musical journey at a young age and rose to prominence in the 1950s. Over a career spanning eight decades, she recorded over 11000 songs across multiple Indian languages, ranging from classical and ghazals to cabaret, pop, and folk. She was honoured as the most recorded artist in the world by the Guinness Book of World Records.
She was honoured with awards, including the Dadasaheb Phalke Award and the Padma Vibhushan, and also won two National Film Awards for Best Playback Singer.
Asha Bhosle breathed her last on Sunday. She was 92. Doctor Prateet Samdani of Breach Candy Hospital confirmed that the veteran singer had been dealing with multiple health issues and died due to organ failure.
