Ahead of Anant Ambani’s 31st birthday on April 10, the businessman hosted a party in Jamnagar, Gujarat, on Wednesday evening. The celebration was attended by Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh. Politician Aditya Thackeray was also present at the grand event.
Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh`s viral moment
A video from the party has now surfaced on social media and has everyone’s hearts melting. The video shows Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh at the party, surrounded by several guests. Anant Ambani and Aditya Thackeray can also be seen in the frame. Amid the party buzz, Ranveer and SRK are seen greeting each other warmly. In the short clip, Ranveer is also seen greeting Khan’s personal manager, Pooja Dadlani. At the same time, Shah Rukh Khan is seen extending his hand and placing it on Ranveer’s cheek, making for a wholesome moment.
Earlier, Ranveer was also spotted at the airport. He kept his look simple and understated, opting for an oversized white shirt paired with loose black pants. He greeted people present at the airport before heading out amid tight security arrangements.
In several visuals that went viral on social media, Shah Rukh Khan was also seen at the airport. Reportedly, several other celebrities arrived in Jamnagar to attend the lavish birthday party of the Executive Director of Reliance Industries Limited, Anant Ambani.
Meanwhile, a week ago, the two actors were seen together at a BJP member and businessman`s daughter`s birthday bash in Mumbai.
On the work front
Ranveer is currently grabbing the limelight with his performance in Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the sequel to last year’s Dhurandhar, which has shown remarkable box office performance. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film features a multi-starrer cast including Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Rakesh Bedi, and Arjun Rampal.
Shifting our focus to Shah Rukh Khan, after “Jawan”, he is presently busy with Siddharth Anand`s highly awaited “King”.
The drama will also see SRK sharing screen space with his daughter Suhana Khan for the first time.
The project will reportedly further feature Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Arshad Warsi, Rani Mukerji, Jaideep Ahlawat, Raghav Juyal, and Abhay Verma in crucial roles, along with others.
In January, the makers shared the release date for “King” with a social media post that read, “#KING is Ready to ROAR on 24.12.2026 in Cinemas. #ItsKingTime #KingDateAnnouncement.”
The announcement clip opened with the bold title `ROAR` set against a dramatic backdrop. Next came the line, “This Christmas, fear wears the crown,” hinting that the project enjoys a massive scale.
Mumbai, Actor Saqib Saleem says success in the Hindi film industry doesn’t always lead to more work, something he has experienced firsthand despite earning acclaim for projects like “83”, “Rangbaaz”, and “Citadel”.
Every film has been hard work; nothing comes easy: Saqib Saleem on 15 years in industry
The 38-year-old actor calls himself a searcher who is always looking for the right opportunity.
“There’s so much work happening, there is OTT, theatrical, you have to find the right fit for yourself. Not every project that is happening is for you. So, I’m a searcher, I keep roaming around.
“And it’s not as glamorous as it looks like. I’ve been appreciated for all my work, but every project, every film has been hard work, nothing comes easy here. It’s not like that ‘he was in ’83’ or performed well in ‘Citadel’, so let’s offer him work.’ That’s not the case. This business is very different from every other business, the hustle is always on,” Saleem told PTI in an interview.
The actor made his debut with the 2011 hit “Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge” and followed it up with successful releases such as “Mere Dad Ki Maruti”, “Bombay Talkies”, “Dishoom”, and “Hawaa Hawaai”.
He also earned significant praise for his work in OTT series such as “Rangbaaz”, “Crackdown”, and “Citadel”.
Saleem said he values his early success, particularly when critic Taran Adarsh called him the “find of the year”.
However, the negative reception of 2018’s “Race 3” served as a turning point. In the much-panned action thriller, Saleem featured alongside Salman Khan, Bobby Deol, Anil Kapoor and Jacqueline Fernandez.
“I realised that going forward I should do roles that I like and even the audiences. But I never regret doing anything. And ‘Race’ has been a great learning experience for me, having worked with such legendary actors.
“I realised that I’ve to carve my own journey and figure out what I want to do and not because your agency told you to do this film because it’ll be good.”
The actor said he is moving beyond “conventional” roles with his latest OTT show, “Kaptaan”. In the show, he plays the role of Samardeep Singh, a cop, who balances a commitment to justice with his own personal demons and past failures.
“He’s a guy with tons of shades. There is heroism, swag, but there is also vulnerability, there is also an emotional backstory that this character carries with him through and through,” the actor said, adding that it’s different from the “Dabangg” and “Singham”-type cop.
The action thriller series also stars Kavita Kaushik, Varun Badola, Arif Zakaria, Pooja Gor, Siddharth Nigam and others. It is directed by Jatin Satish Wagle and produced by Harman Baweja.
Saqib has a diverse line-up of projects in the pipeline, including his home production film, “Baby Do Die Do”, which stars his actor-sister Huma Qureshi.
“There is a series which Huma and I’ve written together that we want to create. We’ve a small little company called Saleem Siblings, where we are making, putting together things, and writing,” the actor said.
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Chandigarh: Punjab Kings’ (PBKS) impressive start to IPL 2026 — one that has propelled them to second place on the points table — has been built on the foundation of a fearless, high-impact top order. At the centre of this resurgence is Prabhsimran Singh, a homegrown talent who is finally beginning to fulfil his vast potential.
Punjab Kings’ Priyansh Arya, left, and Prabhsimran Singh, centre, against Cennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings, in Chennai. (PTI)
Having spent his entire IPL career with PBKS, Prabhsimran’s journey has been one of patience and gradual evolution. After a breakthrough 2025 season, where he stitched together a prolific opening partnership with Priyansh Arya, the wicketkeeper-batter has returned this year with greater clarity, composure and consistency.
“I can only say that I used to be out in the 30–40s before. So, now I try to play longer. Mainly, like we talk about in team meetings, we don’t care if we have the orange cap or the purple cap. You have to make such an impact that you can easily win matches for the team,” Prabhsimran said, outlining the shift in his mindset.
That clarity has mirrored PBKS’ broader batting approach. The top order — Prabhsimran, Arya, skipper Shreyas Iyer and Australian debutant Cooper Connolly — has clicked almost instantly this season, maximising the Powerplay and consistently setting aggressive tones.
“The game has become so fast now. Earlier we used to defend 170–180, and we still can, but if you look at the percentages, scores have gone to 200-plus. To do that, you have to approach the Powerplay with an attacking mindset,” he explained.
At the heart of this aggressive template is the understanding between Prabhsimran and Arya. The duo, which amassed over 1,000 runs combined in IPL 2025, has carried that rhythm forward into the current season. Whether it was Prabhsimran’s 34-ball 43 against Chennai Super Kings or his brisk 24-ball 37 in the opener against Gujarat Titans, his ability to adapt to match situations has stood out.
“Sometimes, if I’m not getting to hit boundaries while he’s getting them, it’s my responsibility to give him a single and make him hit bowlers,” Prabhsimran said. “Actually, in every match, it’s not necessary that only my hits are working well. We rotate strike and then go for the big hits.”
If Prabhsimran and Arya provide the early impetus, Shreyas Iyer’s presence at No. 3 brings stability, while Cooper Connolly has added a new dimension to the batting line-up. The 22-year-old Australian has transitioned seamlessly into the IPL, announcing himself with a match-winning 72 off 44 balls against Gujarat Titans, followed by a fluent 36 against Chennai Super Kings.
Connolly, however, is clear about staying true to his natural game despite the evolving demands of T20 cricket.
“I think each player has their own strengths and I’m pretty keen to stick to mine. It’s been successful for me so far,” Connolly said. “Obviously power is becoming a big part of T20 cricket, but there are other ways to go about it. I’m pretty happy with the tempo game at the moment because that’s allowing me to perform the best that I can for this team.”
The young Australian, who idolises former PBKS batter Shaun Marsh, is also embracing the learning curve that comes with the IPL.
“It’s just about taking notes, listening to Ricky and Shreyas. Shreyas is a world-class player, so listening to guys like that… seeing what they think works in these conditions,” he said. “I’m sticking to what has worked for me over the last few years and then slowly adding pieces to the puzzle.”
Connolly has also been quick to acknowledge the impact of PBKS’ Indian core, particularly the opening pair.
“Priyansh and Prabh are world-class for what they do. It’s exciting watching them, especially the last game against Chennai when Priyansh played some unbelievable shots,” he said. “Strike rate talk doesn’t become an issue. It’s about understanding conditions and reacting to what’s in front of you. If you focus too much on strike rate, it becomes a problem.”
For Prabhsimran, the freedom to express himself has been significantly enhanced under Iyer’s leadership.
“He told me to play the way I want and sees me as a senior player. There’s so much backing that you can show what you’re capable of,” he said.
Off the field, the influence of Yuvraj Singh — whose mentorship is increasingly shaping a generation of young Indian cricketers — is evident in Prabhsimran’s evolution. Having trained under the former India all-rounder, he credits those sessions for refining both his mindset and skillset.
“When you practice, you have to do it in different ways — hitting sixes, playing longer, facing new and old balls — it all boils down to technique,” he noted.
Now in his eighth IPL season, Prabhsimran is no longer just a promising youngster but an integral part of PBKS’ leadership core. Yet, even as his stature grows within the franchise, his eyes remain firmly set on the bigger goal — an India debut.
“There’s so much competition, you have to do more. Less is not enough. But if you look at it in terms of healthy competition, I think you will grow positively,” he said.
Having already featured for India A, he understands the fine margins that separate domestic success from international recognition.
“The effort is just to do well wherever I get an opportunity. Playing for India A feels like being a little closer to the senior team. If I’ve done well there, my turn will come,” he said. “Every time you don’t get selected, you realise what you have done is not enough and you have to do a little more.” He has played 71 matches for PBKS since his debut in 2019 and scored 1176 runs at the strike-rate of 149.37.
If his current form is anything to go by, Prabhsimran Singh is not just anchoring Punjab Kings’ strong campaign but steadily knocking, with growing authority, on the doors of the Indian team.
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva on Thursday urged central banks to prioritise tackling inflation even at the cost of growth, warning that the global fallout of the US-Israel war on Iran will inevitably bring economic “pain”, PTI reported.“A word of caution upfront: this being a classic negative supply shock, demand adjustment is unavoidable. We cannot go through it without some pain,” she said at the IMF headquarters ahead of the Spring Meetings next week.Georgieva cautioned policymakers against unilateral measures such as export controls and price caps, saying these could worsen global conditions. “Please do not make matters worse… don’t pour gasoline on the fire,” she said.She stressed that if inflation expectations begin to unanchor, central banks must act decisively. “Rate hikes, of course, would further dampen growth – that’s how they work,” she said, adding they are the “right price to pay for price stability”.The IMF chief also said fiscal support should remain targeted and temporary, and only be used where there is sufficient fiscal space.“Finally, if a severe tightening of financial conditions adds a negative demand shock to the supply shock, then monetary policy returns to a delicate balancing act while fiscal policy – if and only if there is fiscal space – switches to well-calibrated demand support,” she said.Georgieva said the IMF remains committed to supporting countries during crises. “And, as the firefighter, we are here for you when crisis hits,” she said.She added that demand for IMF balance-of-payments support could rise to between $20 billion and $50 billion depending on how the situation evolves, with the lower end likely if the ceasefire holds.The IMF chief warned that supply disruptions and transport bottlenecks could push at least 45 million people into food insecurity.“Even in the best case, there will be no neat and clean return to the status quo ante,” she said, noting that infrastructure damage, supply chain disruptions and loss of market confidence would continue to weigh on growth.Highlighting the uneven impact of the crisis, Georgieva said low-income, energy-importing countries with limited fiscal space would be hit the hardest.“Spare a thought for the Pacific Island nations at the end of a long supply chain, wondering if fuel will still reach them in the wake of such a severe disruption,” she said.
On his birthday, this Wednesday, Allu Arjun surprised fans with a never-before-seen look in the title announcement of his upcoming film, Raaka, directed by Atlee. The pan-India film is his first since the all-time blockbuster Pushpa films, and naturally, there is a lot of buzz around it. But Arjun is looking ahead, too. After that, he has a project with Lokesh Kanagaraj lined up. Now, HT has learnt the superstar is in talks with at least two big filmmakers while other projects are also being developed. According to sources, after Raaka, Arjun wants to build a lineup that will help him leave a legacy.
Allu Arjun may just have a dream line-up after the release of his next, Raaka.
After Raaka, potential projects with south’s biggest filmmakers
Officially, Allu Arjun is set to appear in Raaka, followed by an untitled film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. These two projects will keep him busy till 2027. Now, an industry source tells us that “projects with Geetha Arts, Basil Joseph, and a prestigious venture with Trivikram Srinivas are also in development”. The Trivikram film will see Arjun reunite with the filmmaker for the first time since their 2020 blockbuster Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo. The action comedy had earned ₹260 crore worldwide, and remains Arjun’s biggest hit outside the Pushpa franchise.
Discussions with Vanga and Neel underway
And while these projects are in the early stage, discussions are also underway for potential collaborations with Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Prashanth Neel, two of the most sought-after filmmakers down south. Vanga delivered Ranbir Kapoor’s biggest hit, Animal, which earned ₹915 crore worldwide. He is currently making Spirit with Prabhas. On the other hand, Prashanth Neel is fresh from the back-to-back success of KGF films and Salaar. The three films collectively earned over ₹2000 crore. He is currently working on his untitled project with Jr NTR.
“This is the kind of line-up most actors in the industry can only dream of, a roster few could ever imagine for themselves. For a star with a record-shattering benchmark with Pushpa, Allu Arjun may find himself competing only with his own legacy,” says the source.
About Allu Arjun’s Raaka
Billed as a grand fantasy-action entertainer, Raaka marks the maiden collaboration between the Pushpa star and Atlee. It is backed by production banner Sun Pictures. The title announcement was made on Arjun’s 44th birthday, and the makers also released the first look poster of the actor from the film. The poster presents Arjun in a striking, menacing avatar—bald head, kohl-lined eyes staring intently at the camera, a thick, dark beard, and prominent animal claws framing his face.
The film also stars Deepika Padukone in the lead. No release date has been announced, but the film is expected to hit the screens in the summer of 2027.
NEW DELHI: Lucknow Super Giants pulled off a thrilling last-ball win against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026, chasing down 182 to win by three wickets. The match stayed tense till the very end, with LSG holding their nerve to cross the line in dramatic fashion.Asked to bat first, Kolkata Knight Riders posted a competitive 181/4.
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Kolkata Knight Riders suffered another heartbreaking loss as their bowling, especially in the final overs, let them down against Lucknow Super Giants in a last-ball IPL thriller. Despite being in control for most of the game, KKR couldn’t defend 181, as LSG pulled off a stunning win with just one ball to spare.
Late collapse costs KKR
Kolkata Knight Riders looked strong after putting up 181/4, thanks to solid contributions from Ajinkya Rahane (41) and Angkrish Raghuvanshi (45), followed by a late push from Rovman Powell (39 not out) and Cameron Green (32 not out). However, a slowdown in the middle overs meant they fell short of a bigger total.With the ball, KKR made a strong start. Vaibhav Arora removed Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh quickly, and Green struck early to dismiss Rishabh Pant. From 41/0, LSG slipped and were struggling at 125/6, with KKR seemingly in control.
Mukul Choudhary’s stunning finish
But Lucknow Super Giants turned the game around dramatically. Ayush Badoni kept the chase alive with a steady 54, but it was young Mukul Choudhary who stole the show. Batting fearlessly, he smashed an unbeaten 54 off just 27 balls, including multiple sixes, to take the game deep.KKR’s inexperienced pace attack struggled under pressure at the death. Green conceded crucial runs in the penultimate over, while Arora failed to hold his nerve in the final over. Choudhary capitalised, hitting big shots and guiding LSG home on the last ball with a thrilling finish.The win lifted LSG to fifth position on the points table, while KKR, currently ninth in the standings, remained winless after four matches, with their bowling and middle-over issues continuing to haunt them.
For Aamir Khan, honesty has never been reserved only for his films. Over the years, the actor has spoken candidly about both his professional choices and personal setbacks. In a recent conversation, he revisited one of the most difficult phases of his life—his separation from his first wife, Reena Dutta—and how it led him down an unexpected path.
For Aamir Khan, honesty has never been reserved only for his films. Over the years, the actor has spoken candidly about both his professional choices and personal setbacks. In a recent conversation, he revisited one of the most difficult phases of his life—his separation from his first wife, Reena Dutta—and how it led him down an unexpected path.
A turning point after separation
Speaking on Duologue with Barun Das, Aamir revealed that the aftermath of his divorce was emotionally overwhelming, marking a drastic shift in his lifestyle.“I was a teetotaller until I went through my first divorce with Reena. And then, on the first day when she left with the kids and I was alone at home, I couldn’t handle my emotions at that time. I had never, I used to never drink alcohol. I had drunk once or twice for a couple of scenes, but that was only because I had to drink for the scene. I mean, I was not into alcohol at all.”
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The actor shared that what began as a moment of vulnerability soon turned into a prolonged phase.“That night, I had alcohol at home to serve guests and all that, so I started drinking. And for the next one and a half years, I drank almost a bottle a night. Now that’s really extreme, from a person who was a teetotaller to someone who consumes a bottle a night is very extreme.”
Moving forward with acceptance
Aamir Khan’s personal life has seen several transitions since then. After parting ways with Reena Dutta, he went on to marry Kiran Rao in 2005, and the two later announced their separation in 2021 after 16 years of marriage.Today, the actor maintains a cordial bond with both his former partners and continues to co-parent his children. He is now in a relationship with Gauri Spratt, stepping into a new chapter while looking back at his past with clarity and acceptance.
Thousands of Iranians have gathered to honour the memory of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who governed the nation for nearly 40 years until he was killed in US-Israeli strikes at the beginning of the latest Middle East conflict.
His successor, son Mojtaba Khamenei, has remained out of public view since before the war began, and was not expected to attend the nationwide commemorative events held Thursday.
State television broadcast footage showing thousands participating in memorial rallies across Iran on Thursday, with many carrying portraits of the late leader in cities including Urmia in the northwest, Gorgan in the northeast, and the capital Tehran.
The national tribute commenced at 9:40am (06:10 GMT), the exact time Ali Khamenei was killed on February 28 at his Tehran residence, along with several other senior Iranian officials.
The attack initiated the Middle East conflict that has since engulfed the region, with Iran responding by targeting US assets and allies across the Gulf and launching strikes against Israel.
Due to the ongoing war, a formal state funeral for the late supreme leader has yet to be held.
The Lucknow Super Giants stole a victory from the jaws of defeat at the Eden Gardens. LSG defeated KKR by 3 wickets in a thriller in Kolkata. Mukul Choudhary was the star of the show for the visitors as he single-handedly guided LSG to an iconic victory in an IPL classic.
Mukul Choudhary scored 54 runs in just 27 balls to seal a famous victory for LSG. With this win, the Rishabh Pant-led side has won two games in a row.
Speaking after the defeat, Ajinkya Rahane praised Mukul for his innings and admitted that the loss was hard to digest.
“Tough one to take but proud of the boys for the way we played. Mukul`s (Choudhary) knock took it away from us. The execution here and there can happen in the last two overs but credit to Mukul for that partnership. For them, it was nothing to lose, 2 overs 30 runs so it was all about swinging hard. Couple of balls were good balls but he batted brilliantly. When you lose a game it`s easy to know what we could have done better. 180 odd on this wicket wasn`t easy. Let`s give credit to the batter for the way he batted. The intention was to keep Avesh on strike. We had to field five fielders up and it`s tough on the bowlers.” Rahane said.
Pant heaps praise on Mukul Choudhary
Winning captain Rishabh Pant was full of praise for the match-winner, Mukul Choudhary. The LSG skipper was delighted with the win and hoped that his team can continue this winning momentum.
“When we see him (Mukul) in the nets, when you see someone, you can see that.. When you do it in the match, I have no words to describe. But what a fantastic effort. One thing I make sure is the trust, as a captain and the management, having trust plays a big role. Definitely, it is the character, every match someone is putting their hand, something is building for sure, we don`t want to talk too much, but something good is cooking. He has been the senior pro in the team, giving him responsibility and he played an amazing role. He (Shami) is not getting younger, the experience he brings is invaluable. Not only Shami Bhai but the whole bowling unit is doing an amazing job.” Pant said
Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga has been creating a lot of buzz ever since its teaser dropped. The recent creative reunion of Imtiaz Ali, Diljit Dosanjh, A.R. Rahman, and Irshad Kamil for the new song has further amplified the excitement. Set against the backdrop of 1947, the film offers a fresh and deeply personal take on Partition, told through the eyes of today’s youth.
Why Imtiaz Ali chose the subject of Partition
Speaking about his motivation behind exploring Partition, Imtiaz Ali said, “I never wanted to make a film on Partition if I had nothing unique to say. I did not want to report an incident.” He added, “There has been a lot of influence in society, not only due to the 1947 Partition but also large-scale migration. I feel that migration is the story of the century for the entire world. For us, the most significant event in the Indian subcontinent is Partition, which affected the maximum number of people. It has affected them deeply and in many strange ways. But in retrospect, after 78 years, many things have been forgotten. What remains intensely remembered is the tenderness of early youth and romance, to which we return. It is such a story.”
About Main Vaapas Aaunga
Main Vaapas Aaunga is set in Imtiaz Ali’s evocative world of love and longing, starring Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Sharvari Wagh and Vedang Raina in pivotal roles.
In the film, Vedang Raina portrays the young version of Naseer, while Sharvari dons the character of his lover. As per the teaser, the makers describe the movie as a story of “love and longing” due to the partition between India and Pakistan in 1947.
It will also mark the collaboration of Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman and singer Diljit Dosanjh for a song penned by Irshad Kamil. The new track is titled Kya Kamaal Hai. The makers call this a “song of hope amidst the noise, violence and displacement that surrounds us today.”
“It serves as a gentle reminder of the beautiful world we live in, one where love is abundant, happiness outweighs sorrow, and togetherness has the power to break every barrier,” read the press note.
Produced by Sameer Nair and Deepak Segal of Applause Entertainment and Mohit Choudhary and Shibasish Sarkar of Window Seat Films, the film releases in cinemas on 12th June 2026.
