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Mumbai, April 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Ruhaanika Dhawan popularly known as little Ruhi from Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, seems to have become emotional as her reel mother Ishima aka Divyanka Tripathi Dahiya is on her way to motherhood. Ruhaanika shared a carousel post on her social media account wherein she expressed her emotions. She wrote, "They say moms are the best part of life, and I somehow lucked out with two. Today was so special, watching my on-screen Ishima step into motherhood off-screen. @divyankatripathidahiya , you've been a mother to me since the day we met. I can't think of anyone cooler or more inspiring to take on this journey." The actress shared pictures featuring Divyanka and herself over the years, and from the sets of Yeh Hai Mohabbatein. The first picture was a cute throwback picture of young Ruhanika and Divyanka posing inside a car. The second picture sees Ruhaanika hugging Divyanka at her recent baby shower ceremony. Ruhaanika is also seen posing with Divyanka's parents at the baby shower ceremony. Other pictures are from Ruhaanika's younger days with her Ishima. For the uninitiated, Divyanka Tripathi and Ruhaanika Dhawan rose to fame with their stint as Ishima and little Ruhi on the show "Yeh Hai Mohabbatein". The show was helmed by Ekta Kapoor under the banner of Balaji Telefilms. The show also starred Karan Patel, Anita Hassanandani and Aditi Bhatia. The main plot of Yeh Hai Mohabbatein revolved around the lives of a dentist Ishita Iyer essayed by Divyanka Tripathi and Punjabi businessman Raman Bhalla essayed by Karan Patel, who live in the same society as neighbours. Ishita is unable to conceive, and faces difficulties in finding a suitable match. Raman, on the other hand, is seen navigating his life as a divorcee and is a single parent to his 4-year-old daughter, Ruhi. Their worlds tangle when Ruhi and Ishita develop a beautiful bond of warmth and affection, further leading to Raman's marriage with Ishita just for the sake of Ruhi.
Ludhiana, Jun 8 (PTI) Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring on Sunday asserted that his party will win the Ludhiana West assembly bypoll, scheduled to be held on june 19, with a "record margin". "Congress practically has no competition here", he claimed. Warring, who is also the Ludhiana MP, said that the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) was badly mistaken that the Congress would allow it to abuse power and misuse the official machinery for the elections. "First of all, we will not let any misuse of the official machinery and second, in case any official is found to be misusing ...Read More >
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New Delhi: Ekta Kapoor and Balaji Telefilms' Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is returning with a reboot version and viewers can't be more excited for this one. The famous daily soap that aired from 3 July 2000 to 6 November 2008 was a top TRP-rider for many years. Starring Smriti Irani, Amar Upadhyay as Tulsi Virani and Mihir - the OG cast won a million hearts of the fans. Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi reboot version's first promo has now been released. Taking to its Instagram account, StarPlus posted a brief clip announcing where and from when the audience can watch the serial. The promo sho ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Jun 7 (PTI) A 26-year-old man allegedly beheaded his wife following a heated argument on the outskirts of Bengaluru after he suspected her of having an extra-marital affair, police said on Saturday. After killing Manasa, Shankar travelled with her severed head on his scooter to the nearest police station and confessed to the crime, they said. The man was later arrested, police said, adding that the incident occurred at Heelalige village, near Chandapura, Anekal taluk late on Friday. According to the police, the couple were married for over five years and have a four-year-old daug ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 7 (ANI): Kashmiri debutant musical artistes Faheem Abdullah and Arslan Nizami expressed excitement about working in Mohit Suri's directorial 'Saiyaara'. Saiyaara title track features the launch of two exciting musical artists from Kashmir. Also Read | Netflix, Balaji Telefilms Join Hands for Creative Collaboration, Announces Ekta Kapoor. Speaking to ANI, Faheem said, "I think ye hum dono ki life long manifestations thi jisko lekar hum aaj yahan par hai i am so grateful to sir(Mohit Suri) for believing in us i don't think hum pe itn apressure pada..bahut at ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 7: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, on Saturday, congratulated the University of Kashmir for getting an A++ grade in the NAAC inspection. The Lt Governor extended his heartiest congratulations to the Vice Chancellor, faculty, staff, and students of the University of Kashmir for attaining the prestigious A++ Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), and securing an outstanding Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.68 on a seven-point scale. Calling it a proud moment for J&K UT, the Lt Governor said, "The A++ Grade places the Un ...Read More >
Ektaa Kapoor's annual Diwali party was a star-studded event, drawing TV and Bollywood celebrities.Source : Manav Manglani It's that time of the year again when Diwali parties take over B-town, with celebrities coming together to celebrate the festival of lights in all its grandeur. Among the most talked-about events this season was producer Ektaa Kapoor's annual Diwali bash, which once again turned into a glittering affair filled with stars, style, and festive cheer. Known for hosting one of th ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 5 (ANI): Critically acclaimed filmmaker Imtiaz Ali's upcoming film 'Main Vaapas Aaunga' is set to feature a song which will mark the collaboration of Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman and singer Diljit Dosanjh for a song penned by Irshad Kamil. According to the press note, 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. Also Read | Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya Celebrate Baby Shower, 'Yeh Hai Mohabbatein' Cast Joins Ahead of June Due Date (View Post). ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 5 (ANI): Couple Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya celebrated their Baby Shower today in Mumbai. It was attended by several Bollywood celebrities. 'Yeh Hai Mohabbatein' actress Divyanka Tripathi is set to become a mother after tying the wedding knot with Vivek Dahiya ten years ago. The actress has announced her pregnancy in a heartwarming post on her social media. For the ceremony, Divyanka donned a white dress while Vivek Dahiya was dressed in a blue suit, exuding class as a beautiful couple. The baby shower ceremony was attended by TV celebrities, inclu ...Read More >
Imphal, June 7 (UNI) Three militants were nabbed in separate incidents during the last 24 hours in Manipur, police said on Saturday. Manipur Police arrested a militant from Moidangpok Awang Leikai from Khumbong Bazar under Imphal West District, they said. Security forces arrested a militant from the Elangkhanpokpi Mayai Leikai area under Kakching district. Security forces apprehended a militant from Wangoo Samushang in Bishnupur district and elected members from Kumbi area. In an operation, one M16 rifle, one bolt-action rifle, three pull-mechanism rifles, three improvised mortars, and fiv ...Read More >
New Delhi: Television czarina Ekta Kapoor's iconic television show 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' by Balaji Telefilms clocked 25 year milestone today. The trendsetter completes 25 glorious years since its premiere on July 3, 2000. Conceptualised by Ekta Kapoor, the show not only ruled TRP charts but also redefined prime-time television, making the 'saas-bahu' drama a cultural phenomenon. On this special occasion, Smriti Irani, Amar Upadhyay, and Ekta Kapoor share heartfelt reflections on a show that shaped their journeys and transformed Indian television. Ekta Kapoor shared, "Kyunki Saas Bh ...Read More >
Divyanka Tripathi exuded pregnancy glow and radiated joy at her godh bharai ceremony with hubby Vivek Dahiya. Check out the video! Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya are all set to embrace parenthood in June 2026, and they have been over the moon! Last month, the couple announced that they are expecting their first child through a lovely post on Instagram. Now, they recently hosted a godh bharai (baby shower) ceremony, and the event was filled with joy, laughter, and sweet moments as the couple ...Read More >
Mumbai: The first official teaser of Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi, and Aftab Shivdasani starrer 'Mastiii 4' has been released, bringing back the "OG Boys." The teaser opens to show the trio getting into yet another chaotic plan, only to find themselves in trouble over extramarital affairs. The teaser also offered a glimpse into three female characters who turned their lives upside down. "Pehle ki thi Masti, phir Hui Grand Masti, phir Great Grand Masti, Ab hogi #MASTIII4. Iss November, tayyar ...Read More >
Bengaluru, June 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Special Wing of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) will begin its probe into the Chinnaswamy stampede tragedy, which claimed 11 lives on June 4, starting Saturday. Concurrently, the magisterial enquiry by the Deputy Commissioner of Bengaluru Urban district is also progressing. Sources confirmed that the CID probe will be headed by SP Shubanvita and Dy SPs Gowtham and Purushottam were named as investigators. The CID is likely to seek custody of the four arrested accused, who were sent to jail, for questioning on Monday, June 9. The department ha ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Sonali Bendre is the only Bollywood actress to have had the opportunity to welcome the late pop sensation Michael Jackson when he visited India for his 'HIStory World Tour' in 1996. Actress Sonali Bendre, along with politician Raj Thackeray, played a key role in the grand welcome of Michael Jackson to India in 1996. Also Read | Dino Morea and His Brother Santino Morea Summoned by ED for Questioning in Mithi River Desilting Scam Day After Raid. Bendre was dressed in a traditional nine-yard saree and greeted Jackson at the Mumbai airport with an Indian ritual ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Television czarina Ekta Kapoor took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as she celebrated 25 years of her iconic family drama, "Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki", a show that redefined Indian television storytelling in the early 2000s. Sharing a montage of clips and old scenes from the serial, Ekta Kapoor wrote, "25 years of this show! At 25, making a show on family values, culture, and an older couple that stands for morality, love and warmth and is symbolic of the Ramayan was ironical, to say the least! Sakshi Tanwar and the whole cast of this show, plus the creative teams ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 5 (ANI): Couple Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya celebrated their Baby Shower today in Mumbai. It was attended by several Bollywood celebrities. 'Yeh Hai Mohabbatein' actress Divyanka Tripathi is set to become a mother after tying the wedding knot with Vivek Dahiya ten years ago. The actress has announced her pregnancy in a heartwarming post on her social media. Also Read | Samay Raina's 'Still Alive' Trailer Drops: Comedian Addresses Scandal and Global Success in New YouTube Special (Watch Video). For the ceremony, Divyanka donned a white dress while V ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 7 (PTI) Streaming giant Netflix and Ekta Kapoor's production banner Balaji Telefilms Ltd on Saturday announced a long-term creative collaboration to develop a wide array of projects across various storytelling formats. As part of the partnership, Netflix and Balaji will "deliver fresh and culturally resonant content" tailored for streaming audiences. It will span across Balaji Telefilms Ltd's various divisions, including Balaji Motion Pictures and Balaji Telefilms Digital, a press release said. The first offering from the collaboration is an untitled series currently in advan ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Streaming giant Netflix and TV Czarina Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms Ltd. have teamed up for a long term creative collaboration for a range of projects across different formats of storytelling. Ekta Kapoor, Joint Managing Director, Balaji Telefilms, said,"At Balaji Telefilms, storytelling has always been at the heart of everything we do -- whether through cinema, television, or digital platforms." She added that partnering with Netflix is a big moment. Ekta added: "It allows us to bring powerful, culturally rooted, and emotionally resonant stories to a globa ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 7 (PTI) Streaming giant Netflix and Ekta Kapoor's production banner Balaji Telefilms Ltd on Saturday announced a long-term creative collaboration to develop a wide array of projects across various storytelling formats. As part of the partnership, Netflix and Balaji will "deliver fresh and culturally resonant content" tailored for streaming audiences. Also Read | Emily Ratajkowski Birthday: She's a Red Carpet Royalty Winning Your Hearts (View Pics). It will span across Balaji Telefilms Ltd's various divisions, including Balaji Motion Pictures and Balaji Telefilms Digital, a pr ...Read More >
Mumbai. June 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) On Ekta Kapoor's 50th birthday, filmmaker Karan Johar wished his "karmic twin" and tagged her as a visionary and a pioneer. Karan took to his Instagram stories, where he shared a throwback picture with Ekta and wrote: "Happy birthday to my karmic twin!!!! To the girl with the largest heart and the forever friend!!!" He added: "Love you Ektu ... you are a visionary, a pioneer...and may you continue to lead way and inspire generations!!!" On the occasion of her birthday, Ekta on Saturday announced that her Balaji Telefilms Ltd is joining hands with streaming gi ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 7: Streaming giant Netflix and TV Czarina Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms Ltd. have teamed up for a long term creative collaboration for a range of projects across different formats of storytelling. Ekta Kapoor, Joint Managing Director, Balaji Telefilms, said,"At Balaji Telefilms, storytelling has always been at the heart of everything we do -- whether through cinema, television, or digital platforms." She added that partnering with Netflix is a big moment. Ekta added: "It allows us to bring powerful, culturally rooted, and emotionally resonant stories to a global audience. The be ...Read More >