Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has candidly addressed his insecurities about his height, revealing how it impacted him during the initial stages of his career. Standing at 5 feet, 5 inches, Aamir’s height was a source of concern for him when he entered the industry as a leading man in the late 1980s.

The actor spoke about this during a conversation with Nana Patekar on Zee Music Company’s YouTube channel. Responding to a question about whether he had ever experienced an inferiority complex about his height, Aamir admitted, “Yes, I did. I used to feel that what if people don’t accept me because of my height. This was my fear. But later, I realised that all of this does not matter at all. But at that time, some kind of insecurity creeps in.”
Battling Insecurities and Finding Confidence
This is not the first time Aamir has spoken about his initial struggles with confidence. In 2012, while promoting his film Talaash, he recalled being called ‘tingu’ (a colloquial term for someone short) and how such comments initially affected him. However, over time, the actor found solace in his craft and the connection he built with audiences.

“The things that stress us out in the beginning, we later realise that these things don’t matter at all. What is important is how honestly you are working and how your work can enchant people, and after that, everything else is unimportant,” Aamir remarked during his recent conversation with Patekar.

Aamir’s last appearance on the big screen was in Laal Singh Chaddha (2022), a remake of the Oscar-winning Forrest Gump. Although the film did not perform well at the box office, Aamir is gearing up for his next project, Sitaare Zameen Par, a sequel to his critically acclaimed 2007 film Taare Zameen Par.

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A fire broke out in the early hours of Tuesday at Fortune Enclave, a 15-story residential building located on 14th Road, Bandra (West). Singer Shaan, a building resident, confirmed the incident through his social media, expressing gratitude to the Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) for their swift response.

Timeline of the Incident
The fire was reported to the MFB at 12:57 am, and within minutes, a Level I fire alert was declared. Firefighters promptly arrived at the scene and successfully brought the situation under control by 3:20 am. Authorities evacuated the building to ensure the safety of the residents.
Residents Rescued Amidst the Chaos
Firefighters managed to rescue nine individuals from the 15th floor, including one male and eight females, who were guided to safety via the staircase. Additionally, one woman was rescued from the second floor, while three individuals—two females and one male—were safely evacuated from the eighth floor.

Among the rescued was an 80-year-old woman found unconscious on the eighth floor. She was rushed to Bhabha Hospital in Bandra, where her condition is reported to be stable.
Shaan Shares His Experience
Shaan took to Instagram to assure his followers of his family’s safety. “Dear all, as the news spreads about the fire in our building… just to let you all know that we are safe,” he wrote. He explained that the fire originated on the seventh floor, and he and his family escaped to the 15th floor before being rescued. “To cut a long horrible story short… we are absolutely fine… waiting to go back home once there is a clearer picture from the fire department,” the singer added.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Authorities are working to determine what led to the incident.

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Varun Dhawan’s much-anticipated action-thriller Baby John has officially hit theatres today, marking the actor’s widest release till date. The film opened globally on Christmas morning, spreading festive cheer across 1,000+ locations, 1,250+ screens, and 75+ countries.

A Milestone in Varun Dhawan’s Career
The grand scale of Baby John’s release underscores Varun Dhawan’s growing clout as a global star. This is the actor’s most extensive overseas release, reflecting his immense popularity and the increasing demand for Bollywood films on international platforms.

Baby John, directed by Atlee and featuring music composed by Thaman S, has created a buzz with its action-packed narrative and high-octane performances. The film’s worldwide rollout ensures that audiences across the globe get to experience the thrill of this mass entertainer simultaneously
About Baby John
Speaking of the film, in Amazon Music’s ‘It Changed My Life’, Varun said, “Atlee’s world is filled with drama, action, romance, a lot of hero elevation, some bad guys, some tough guys, crazy aerial stunts, jumping into rivers, 100 feet drops, riding a bike in the streets of Kerala, and shooting a song with 1000 dancers. He usually has these big hero elevation songs with full high-octane energy, like how we have the song ‘Bandobast’.”

Directed by Kalees, the film is produced jointly by Cine1 Studios Production, A For Apple Studios and Jio Studios. Besides Varun, it also stars Jackkie Shorff, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Keerthy Suresh. In addition, the film also features a cameo of Salman Khan.

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The big Christmas entertainer, Baby John, was released today in cinemas. The film had generated excitement not just due to its mass element, Varun Dhawan’s casting and Atlee’s association but also because of Salman Khan’s cameo. Its glimpse was shown briefly in the trailer and it added to the excitement.

It has come to light that the superstar’s special appearance is quite rocking and would be loved by fans. Salman Khan is lovingly called Bhai Jaan by fans and in Baby John, his character is named Agent Bhai Jaan! This tribute will surely be appreciated by his millions of admirers across the world.

This is the second cameo by Salman Khan in less than two months. He was also seen in a special appearance Singham Again. However, his appearance in this multi-starrer Diwali release hardly lasted for a few seconds and hence, fans were dejected. But in Baby John, fans would have no complaints. He has enough screen space and he’s seen doing not just action but also comedy.

In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Baby John producer Murad Khetani explained how Salman Khan came on board, “Atlee informed me about the requirement for a star for a cameo. He asked if Salman sir could come on board. I assured him that I’d talk to him. I met Salman bhai; we sat and started chatting. It took me an hour to gather the courage to ask him. Finally, I told him ‘Apni picture mein Varun ke saath ek din ka cameo shoot karna hai’. He replied, ‘Yes, done. Bata dena kab karna hai’. So, while it took me an hour to gather the courage to ask him, he took less than 10 seconds to give his nod! That’s how Salman bhai is; large-hearted and humble.”

Two days from now, on December 27, Salman Khan will celebrate his birthday. On this momentous occasion, the teaser of his much awaited film Sikandar will be unveiled digitally. Meanwhile, Baby John will be running in cinemas in which the star is shown in a massy avatar, albeit in a cameo. Hence, Salman fans are in for a treat in this final week of 2024.

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Bollywood actors Salman Khan and Hrithik Roshan are teaming up for the first time onscreen, but not for a film. Instead, the two superstars, who have long been associated with the YRF Spy Universe as Tiger and Kabir, are joining forces for an action-packed advertisement for a leading brand.

This highly anticipated project will be directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, known for delivering blockbuster hits with Salman like Sultan, Tiger Zinda Hai, and Bharat. While Ali has collaborated with Salman multiple times, this ad film will mark his first project with Hrithik Roshan.
Details About the Collaboration
According to a report by PinkVilla, the advertisement will be shot in Mumbai, but the visuals will feature stunning international locations enhanced through VFX. The decision to create a global backdrop aims to complement the dynamic presence of Salman Khan and Hrithik Roshan.

A source revealed, “After years of efforts to bring them together for a feature film, it’s a corporate campaign that made it possible. The ad film will be high on action, showcasing the unparalleled star power of Salman and Hrithik. It’s set to air soon, and fans are in for a treat.”
The History of Salman Khan and Hrithik Roshan
The collaboration marks a full-circle moment for Hrithik Roshan, who worked as an assistant director on the 1995 blockbuster Karan Arjun, starring Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, and directed by Hrithik’s father, Rakesh Roshan. Hrithik also trained with Salman before making his acting debut in Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai.

While fans have clamored for a film featuring both superstars, their only shared cinematic universe connection remains through YRF Spy Universe’s characters, Tiger and Kabir.

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Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment’s Housefull 5 marks a milestone as the first franchise to reach it’s fifth installment. The ensemble big ticket starcast has wrapped the shooting of the film which is touted to be five times madness, fun and entertainment.

Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment took to social media to announce the wrap, “That’s a wrap for Housefull 5! / A rollercoaster of emotions, filled with laughter, hard work, and unforgettable memories. Get ready to laugh your hearts out on 6th June 2025 in cinemas near you!!”

 

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With a star-studded lineup, Housefull 5 boasts some of the biggest names in Bollywood, including Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Jacqueline Fernandes, Nargis Fakhri, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Sonam Bajwa, Chitrangada Singh, Soundarya Sharma, Dino Morea, Chunky Pandey, Fardeen Khan, Johny Lever, Akashdeep, Nikitin Dheer, Shreyas Talpade, Ranjeet and more. The film is directed by the talented Tarun Mansukhani. Housefull 5 is scheduled to release on June 6, 2025.

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Actor-producer Sohum Shah dominated 2024 with the re-release of his 2018 horror thriller Tumbbad, which became a massive box-office success upon its return to theaters. The overwhelming reception reaffirmed the team’s faith in the film’s brilliance. Riding high on this success, Sohum and his team are gearing up to bring Tumbbad 2, promising yet another gripping cinematic experience. Meanwhile, Sohum shared an exciting update for horror enthusiasts—he has acquired the rights to several iconic horror movies from the 80s and 90s made by the legendary Ramsay Brothers.

The actor-filmmaker revealed, “I have taken the rights of their films Veerana, Purani Haveli and Purana Mandir. So I will be making these films. I have always felt that we can do a lot more with this genre. As a business it makes sense.” The actor-filmmaker went on to add, “Jo bhi films ban rahi hain aajkal woh horror comedies ban rahi hain. As a writer you can do whatever you want to do with pure horror movies. People don’t want to see the predictable storylines and with horror, you have so much you can do. There is a huge audience out there who want to watch pure horror so business-wise it is time

Speaking about whether he plans to join the trend of making a universe with these films, Sohum replied, “Well, we will see how that pans out but Tumbbad in itself is a whole universe. And that was the case when we made it back in 2017. There’s scope for a prequel, sequel, and backstories of the characters. So yes, that is something that we will look at creating.”

Sohum’s next big projects are Tumbbad 2, which promises to continue the beloved saga, and Crazxy, a film from Sohum Shah Films slated for release on March 7, 2025. The motion poster for Crazxy has already created excitement, and fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in Sohum’s filmmaking journey.

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As the critically acclaimed biographical sports drama 83 turned three today, actor Saqib Saleem took to social media to commemorate the milestone. Sharing behind-the-scenes photos from the film’s sets, Saqib expressed gratitude for the friendships and memories he formed during the making of the film.

Saqib, who portrayed Mohinder Amarnath, an integral part of the Indian cricket team that won the 1983 Cricket World Cup, captioned his post: “Made so many memories on this one. Some lifelong friendships, some unforgettable times .. not tagging anyone cos everyone from this team is tagged in my heart / 3 years to 83.”
A Journey of Camaraderie and Triumph
The pictures shared by Saqib offer a glimpse into the camaraderie among the ensemble cast, which included Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Pankaj Tripathi, Jiiva, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Harrdy Sandhu, and many others. Directed by Kabir Khan, 83 not only recreated the iconic moments of India’s historic World Cup victory but also brought together a team of actors who shared a unique bond.

 

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Speaking of the professional front, Saqib was recently seen on Prime Video’s Citadel: Honey Bunny, starring Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu. Besides the web series, he also received praise for his performance in the ZEE5 original film, Kakuda, which features Sonakshi Sinha in a double role.

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Rashmika Mandanna and Allu Arjun are currently basking in the love that has been coming their way for Pushpa 2 – The Rule. While the actors tasted immense success with its prequel, the fame and appreciation for its successor has taken the franchise several notches higher. Amid all of this hoopla around the film, Rashmika confessed in an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama that she suffered from a kind of dance phobia before and how she overcame it during the shoot of the song ‘Peelings’ from Pushpa 2 – The Rule.

Rashmika Mandanna reveals details of her dance phobia

In this interview with Bollywood Hungama, Rashmika Mandanna said, “This is the most difficult choreography and song that I’ve ever shot in my life.” She elaborated on her phobia and shared, “It was so much fun. All the time, Sir has had to lift me right and I have a phobia of being lifted. I have never left anyone lift me because I’m just scared. But in this song, where Sir had to lift me and dance throughout the whole song, I think, somehow, I have let go off the fear. Now, I am like ‘you want to carry me, carry me’.”

The actress went on to add how the Rockstar DSP composed song, ‘Peelings’ was one of the last additions to the film. “The tricky part of ‘Peelings’ was that it was shot when we were promoting the film. Any other song whether ‘Saami’ or anything, we shot for over a period of time because we wanted to achieve that perfection. Then came ‘Peelings’ and we hardly had about 4 to 5 days to shoot it”.

Starring Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil in key roles, Pushpa 2 – The Rule boasts of an ensemble cast and traces the journey of small time sandalwood smuggler turned feared gangster Pushparaj. The film is directed by Sukumar and produced by Mythri Movie Makers.

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Monali Thakur walked out of her live performance in Varanasi on December 22 after only 45 minutes. The singer cited mismanagement and poor stage conditions as the reasons behind the abrupt end, expressing concerns over her safety and that of her team.

In a video shared by paparazzo Viral Bhayani on Instagram, Monali is seen addressing the audience. “I can’t explain what they have done to the stage just so they can steal money,” she said, adding, “I am disheartened that my team and I were so excited to perform here.”
Monali Calls for Accountability
Monali highlighted that despite repeated warnings about the unsafe infrastructure, the organisers failed to address the issues. “Time and again, I’ve said that I could injure my ankle here. My dancers have been telling me to calm down, but everything was a mess,” she stated. Emphasising her commitment to her fans, Monali remarked, “You come for me, right? So, you will hold me accountable for all of this.”

The singer did not shy away from directly criticising the organisers. “I hope I grow so big that I can take all the responsibility myself and never have to rely on any Tom, Dick, and Harry who are such a useless, unethical, and irresponsible, to begin with,” she said.
An Apology and a Promise to Return
Before leaving the stage, Monali sincerely apologised to the audience and promised a better show in the future. “I sincerely apologise that we have to shut down this show, but I am going to come back for sure,” she assured.

 

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Diljit Dosanjh’s Similar Stance on Live Show Infrastructure
Monali’s decision to address mismanagement echoes sentiments recently voiced by singer Diljit Dosanjh. During a live performance, Diljit criticised India’s inadequate infrastructure for concerts, declaring, “Till this happens, I won’t do shows in India, that’s for sure.”

Both incidents highlight the pressing need for improved event management and infrastructure to support live performances and ensure safety and quality for artists and audiences alike.

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