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Hyderabad: Producer-director-actor Dheeraj Kumar, who is known for his work in television and films, passed away on Tuesday at 11:40 am. The actor-producer, who was 79 years old, was admitted to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai. At the time of death, his son Ashutosh Kumar was with him. He was diagnosed with acute pneumonia and was on ventilator support in the ICU. The actor reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest. It is reported that it will take 2-3 hours to get the paperwork done from the hospital and take his mortal remains to his home. His cremation will most likely be held tomorrow as relatives will arrive from Punjab. His family said in a statement, It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dheeraj Kumar, a renowned actor, producer, and director, who left us due to cardiac arrest. He was under treatment at Kokilaben Hospital in Andheri West and was on ventilator support. The industry mourns the loss of a talented professional who contributed significantly to the world of entertainment. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. May his soul rest in peace". Dheeraj Kumar entered the entertainment industry in 1965. He was one of the finalists of a talent show along with Subhash Ghai and Rajesh Khanna. Rajesh Khanna was the eventual winner.
New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday carried out searches at 15 places in Mumbai and Kochi in connection with the Mithi River desilting scam that caused a wrongful loss of more than Rs 65 crore to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), official sources said. The massive crackdown is underway at the premises across Mumbai and Kochi linked to the accused and suspects as part of an ongoing probe into alleged financial irregularities. According to the sources, the searches are being carried out under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) at locat ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Shefali Jariwala, who passed away on Friday night in Mumbai, climbed the ladder to success with the remix of her song, 'Kaanta Laga'. The actress has an interesting connection with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. Back in the early 2000s, the dot com bubble had burst, a decade had passed since the New Economic Policy of India was enacted. Like other sectors, India's entertainment industry too was looking west. But to make the content marketable, it was imperative to have the basic thread from India. That's how the remix of 'Kaanta Laga' came to life. ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 28 (ANI): The sudden passing of actress-model Shefali Jariwala at the age of 42 has left the entertainment industry in shock. Best known for her iconic role in the 2002 music video 'Kaanta Laga', Jariwala was last seen by her residential complex's security guard just hours before her reported death, making the news all the more difficult to believe for those who interacted with her. Shatrughan Mahato, a security guard at her Andheri apartment in Mumbai, recalled his final interaction with the actress, saying she appeared to be in a good mood that morning. ...Read More >
Actor Saif Ali Khan has opened up about the distressing public reaction to his recent knife attack, revealing that many people dismissed the violent incident as 'fake'. Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has finally spoke about the knife attack at his Pali Hill home earlier this year. The knife incident left the actor with multiple wounds in his spine area, which eventually led to a long stay at the hospital. But the one thing that got the audience's attention was the actor's composed look as he ste ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar inaugurated Andhra Pradesh's first Super ECBC (Energy Conservation Building Code) compliant building at Sagar Nagar in Visakhapatnam on Friday. Terming it a landmark in sustainable infrastructure, he emphasised the government's commitment to energy efficiency and green design in public facilities. The facility will serve as a national-level training hub for power sector staff. He urged power utilities to expedite 20 lakh rooftop solar connections, targeting 10,000 in each Assembly segment. He reaffirmed nine-hour uninterrupted power for agri ...Read More >
New Delhi: The entertainment world mourns the untimely demise of actor and model Shefali Jariwala, best known for her iconic appearance in the music video Kaanta Laga. She passed away at the age of 42, reportedly due to cardiac arrest. Following the postmortem at Mumbai's Cooper Hospital, Shefali's mortal remains were brought to her residence in Andheri.. The body was placed for close family, friends, and well-wishers to pay their final respects before the last rites. The funeral procession took place at Oshiwara Crematorium, where an emotional gathering witnessed Shefali's final journey. A ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) Producer-director-actor Dheeraj Kumar, who is known for his work in television and films, passed away on Tuesday at 11:40 am. The actor-producer who was 79 years old, was admitted to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai. At the time of death, his son Ashutosh Kumar was with him. He was diagnosed to be suffering from acute pneumonia, and was on ventilator support in the ICU. The actor reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest. It is reported that it will take 2-3 hours to get the paperwork done from the hospital and take his mortal remains to his home. Hi ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Maganti Gopinath, the sitting MLA from Jubilee Hills and a prominent leader of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), passed away early Sunday morning, June 8. The 62 year old had been undergoing treatment at AIG Hospital, Gachibowli, after suffering a heart attack on Thursday, June 5th. According to doctors, Gopinath suffered a cardiac arrest while at home. His family members rushed him to AIG Hospital, where he was revived through CPR and placed on a ventilator in the ICU. Despite ongoing treatment, he breathed his last at 5:45 am on Sunday. Doctors confirmed his passing. Gopinath h ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 28 (ANI): Filmmaker and president of the Indian Film and Television Directors' Association Ashoke Pandit has expressed his deep sorrow over the sudden demise of actress Shefali Jariwala, who passed away at the age of 42. Known for her role in the iconic music video 'Kaanta Laga' and for her television appearances, Jariwala's death has left the entertainment industry in shock. Speaking to ANI, Pandit shared his grief, saying, 'I'm shocked to hear the tragic demise of one of the finest actresses, Shefali Jariwala, due to cardiac arrest. She was just 42 years ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 15 (PTI) Veteran actor-producer Dheeraj Kumar, known for starring in Manoj Kumar's "Roti Kapda Aur Makaan" and producing hit television shows "Om Namah Shivay" and "Adalat", has passed away at a hospital here, a family friend said on Tuesday. He was 79. Kumar was suffering from acute pneumonia and was admitted to an intensive care unit of the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital. "He passed away this morning at 11:00 am due to pneumonia at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital. He was unwell and was admitted to the hospital on Saturday as he was having fever, cold and cough. He was ...Read More >
Jamtara 2 Actor Sachin Chandwade Death: Actor Sachin Chandwade, known for his role in Jamtara 2, passed away on October 24, 2025, after being found hanging at his home. He was a software engineer who pursued his acting passion, with his upcoming Marathi film Asurvan set for release later this year. Actor Sachin Chandwade, known for his role in the popular series Jamtara 2, has died by suicide at the age of 25, leaving fans in shock. As reported by Maharashtra Times, Sachin Chandwade was found h ...Read More >
Balasore (Odisha) [India], April 6 (ANI): Days after the death of Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee, his wife Priyanka Sarkar has filed an FIR in Odisha, police said. The 43-year-old actor died on March 29 after drowning during the shoot of a television serial at Talsari beach near Digha in Odisha. His sudden death has left the film and television industry in shock. Also Read | Arshdeep Singh Girlfriend: Fans Spot Clues Linking PBKS Bowler to Samreen Kaur After Cricketer's Snapchat Story Goes Viral. Giving details about the case, Balasore Additional SP Debajyoti Dash said the complaint ...Read More >
VIJAYAWADA: The State government on Friday accorded approvals to a slew of industries. Among those are Krishnapatnam Power Corporation Limited (KPCL), which is set to establish a 350 MW Solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Thamminapatnam and Mommidi villages of SPSR Nellore district with a Rs 1,225 crore investment, creating 575 jobs. Furthermore, the government also waived off a Rs 54 crore extension of time fee, contingent on project completion within two years as per the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Clean Energy Policy-2024. The government also allocated 22.80 acres at MPSEZ in N ...Read More >
The death of policeman-turned-Punjabi singer and actor Rajvir Jawanda has sparked an outpouring of grief from fans, politicians and the music community. The 35-year-old died on Wednesday, 11 days after he was fatally injured in an accident in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Jawanda suffered severe injuries after he lost control of his motorcycle when he collided with cattle while he was travelling through Solan district, reports said. His songs, which often carried messages of l ...Read More >
New Delhi: The entertainment industry woke up to devastating news as actress and model Shefali Jariwala, fondly remembered as the 'Kaanta Laga' girl, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 42. While many know her for her hit music videos and stint on 'Bigg Boss 13', Shefali had also carved a brief but memorable path in the South Indian film industry, sharing screen space with Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar. In 2011, Shefali appeared in the hit Kannada film 'Hudugaru', directed by K. Madesh. She featured in the peppy number 'Pankaja', a high-energy dance track that added a touch of glamour ...Read More >
Mumbai: Actress and dancer Shefali Jariwala, best known for her sensational performance in the 2002 music video 'Kaanta Laga', has tragically passed away at the age of 42. She was reportedly found unresponsive at her Mumbai residence late Friday night and rushed to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital by her husband. Despite immediate medical efforts, doctors declared her dead-on arrival. While the official cause of death has not yet been confirmed by the family, early reports suggest that cardiac arrest may have been the cause. Her body has been sent to Cooper Hospital for a postmortem examinat ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The demise of actress Shefali Jariwala has deeply shocked the entertainment industry. The actress is reported to have passed away on Friday due to cardiac arrest. However, this is not the first case of an actor passing away due to a heart related ailment at a relatively young age. Actor Sidharth Shukla, who was a fellow contestant of the actress in the 13th season of the reality show 'Bigg Boss', passed away in 2021 at the age of 40 following a heart attack. The actor, who won the 13th edition of 'Bigg Boss' was also reported to be the ex-boyfriend of Shefali. ...Read More >
Three Bollywood films will be made in the UK from next year, the Prime Minister has revealed during his trade mission to India. Sir Keir Starmer made the announcement as he visited Yash Raj Films (YRF), a film studio in Mumbai, alongside a delegation from the British film industry. The studio, India's leading film production and distribution company, will bring three major productions to locations across the United Kingdom from early 2026. The announcement marks the end of an eight-year hiatus ...Read More >
The image was shared on X. Mumbai: The cause behind actor Shefali Jariwala's death is yet to be ascertained, and her body has been taken for postmortem, the Mumbai Police said on Saturday. "Her body was found at her residence in Andheri. The police received the information at 1 am (Saturday). Her body has been sent to Cooper Hospital for postmortem. The cause of her death is not yet clear," police stated. A mobile forensic unit and a team of Mumbai Police reached the actor's apartment in the ...Read More >
Mumbai: Actress and model Shaifali Jariwala, who became an overnight sensation in the 2000s following her performance in the music video 'Kaanta Laga' and became a household name, died after suffering a cardiac arrest on the intervening night of June 27-28. According to reports, Shaifali was rushed to the hospital by her husband and three others, but by the time they arrived, she had already passed away. Media sources confirm that she was brought in dead and could not be revived. The sudden demise of the 42-year-old star has come as a shock to both the entertainment industry and her fans. ...Read More >
Hema Malini's biography details her deep bond with Dimple Kapadia. Dimple married Rajesh Khanna at sixteen, sacrificing her film career. Hema observed Dimple's struggles with solitude and early motherhood. They confided in each other during personal challenges. Dimple also offered blunt advice on Hema's relationship with Dharmendra. Their enduring friendship spanned decades and professional collaborations. When superstar Rajesh Khanna decided to marry Dimple Kapadia in 1973, it sent shockwaves t ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) On her milestone 50th birthday, Shilpa Shetty took a heartfelt moment to reflect on her incredible journey and the defining stories that have shaped her both personally and professionally. Celebrating decades of success and growth, she shared insights into the experiences that made her the strong and inspiring woman she is today. Taking to Instagram, she posted a video of her transformation over the years and wrote, "Grateful for my journey and the stories that made me and the ones still on my way. Thank you for all your love and wishes Instafam. #Gratitude #lo ...Read More >
MUMBAI - Indian actress and dancer Shefali Jariwala, best known for her iconic performance in the 2002 hit song "Kaanta Laga," has tragically passed away at the age of 42. According to Indian media reports, Shefali suffered a sudden cardiac arrest on Thursday night. She was immediately rushed to a hospital in Mumbai by her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, and three others. Unfortunately, she could not survive. Hospital staff confirmed that Shefali had already passed away before reaching the hospital. While the official cause of death has not yet been formally announced, initial reports suggest a ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 15: Producer-director-actor Dheeraj Kumar, who is known for his work in television and films, passed away on Tuesday at 11:40 am. The actor-producer who was 79 years old, was admitted to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai. At the time of death, his son Ashutosh Kumar was with him. He was diagnosed to be suffering from acute pneumonia, and was on ventilator support in the ICU. The actor reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest. It is reported that it will take 2-3 hours to get the paperwork done from the hospital and take his mortal remains to his home. His cremation will m ...Read More >
Veteran actor Satish Shah has passed away in Mumbai at 74. Known for his comic timing, Shah starred in over 200 films and shows. His career began in cricket before shifting to acting. He gained fame in 'Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro' and 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai'. Shah's journey from sports to the stage and screen is remembered. Veteran actor Satish Shah passed away in Mumbai on Saturday at the age of 74. Known for his comic timing and versatility, Shah appeared in over 200 films and television shows during a ...Read More >
Mumbai: Popular actress and dancer Shefali Jariwala, widely known for her appearance in the iconic music video 'Kanta Laga', has passed away at the age of 42. The shocking news has sent a wave of grief through the entertainment industry. Her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, rushed her to Bellevue Hospital after she reportedly collapsed at home. Unfortunately, doctors declared her dead on arrival.The body has been moved to Cooper Hospital for a postmortem examination. Initial reports suggest that Shefali died due to a heart attack or cardiac arrest, although the exact cause will be confirmed after a ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 28 (ANI): Actress-model Shefali Jariwala, best known for her iconic role in the hit music video 'Kaanta Laga,' has passed away at the age of 42. The news of her sudden demise has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, friends and colleagues are expressing their disbelief and sorrow. Jariwala's death was confirmed by Mumbai Police, who shared that the actress was found dead at her residence in the Andheri area of Mumbai in the early hours of Saturday. "Shefali Jariwala died at the age of 42. She lived in Andheri area of Mumbai. Members of her f ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Abhishek Bachchan, who made his acting debut in 2000 with J. P. Dutta's drama "Refugee," will be completing 25 years in the entertainment industry on Monday. In a recent conversation with IANS, the 'Guru' actor reflected on achieving this milestone and said that instead of dwelling on the past, he is choosing to look ahead with renewed determination and clarity. Reflecting on his journey, Abhishek said he doesn't believe in looking back. "I want to look forward. I want to think about the next 25 years -- what I'm going to do next. That's done now." Draw ...Read More >
Mangalore: "Restart a Heart Day" was observed to spread awareness about the importance of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and the need for timely emergency response during cardiac arrests. The program was organized by Father Muller Medical College and Hospital in association with the D.K. Zilla Panchayat and the District Health and Family Welfare Office, Mangalore, as part of the Nationwide CPR Awareness Week held from 13th to 17th October 2025 across the Dakshina Kannada district. The aim was to educate people on how quick action and basic life-saving skills can make the difference betwee ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 23 (ANI): Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut congratulated director Lakshmipriya Devi after her film 'Boong' won the Best Children and Family Film award at BAFTA 2026. Kangana took to her Instagram stories and praised the filmmaker and her team. She wrote, "Congratulations @lp_devi and the entire team of Boong for this award, you spoke so well and look great." She recalled her association with the director, saying, "Dear LP, when we first worked together more than a decade ago, you were my first AD on a film called Game, whispers on the sets were that LP i ...Read More >