Tovino Thomas and Vismaya Mohanlal have spoken out against the police action on students during the Chalo Sansad march in New Delhi. The students were tear gassed and lathi charged by the Delhi police, leaving many shaken. Tovino Thomas expressed his solidarity with the students and questioned the police action, stating that it is a threat to democracy.
Actor Karan Wahi sparked a social media debate with his comments on modern women, comparing them to his mother's generation. He stated that women today are more likely to cheat and that men are scared of being left behind. Karan Wahi's comments were met with backlash from the internet, with many calling him out for his tone-deaf remarks.
Bollywood actor Preity Zinta has shown support for the CJP-led student protest, urging activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his indefinite hunger strike. The protest is demanding accountability over the alleged NEET paper leak and other examination irregularities. Thousands of students and activists marched from Jantar Mantar towards Parliament, but were met with police force and tear gas.
Tens of thousands of protesters swarmed central Delhi, prompting a lathi charge and tear gas shells to disperse the crowd. Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut was present in the Parliament during the Monsoon Session. Delhi Police took the brunt of the violence, shielding MPs from potential harm.
R Madhavan takes over as host of Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai 2.0, a reboot of the iconic talk show that originally aired on Zee TV. The new version will feature extraordinary personalities and trailblazers who have taken India to the global stage. The show will focus on uncovering the defining moments, relationships, and untold stories that shaped their journeys.
Rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh expressed solidarity with the students who protested against the Delhi Police's alleged use of force. The protest, led by the CJP, turned violent after the police used lathi-charge, tear gas, and force against the students. Several celebrities, including Diljit Dosanjh and Shabana Azmi, also voiced their support for the students.
Mel C married Chris Dingwall in a lavish UK wedding, with all Spice Girls attending except Victoria Beckham. The bride wore an ivory wedding dress designed by Victoria Beckham, who also loaned her a dress for a private ceremony in Australia. The wedding marked a rare Spice Girls reunion.
Actor-politician Nandamuri Balakrishna sustained an injury while shooting an action sequence for his upcoming film NBK 111. He will undergo surgery soon. His nephew Jr NTR reacted to the news and wished his uncle a speedy recovery.
Kajal Aggarwal believes the South Indian film industry's emphasis on punctuality is something Bollywood should adopt. She has had a successful career in both South and Hindi cinema, with notable films like Magadheera and Singham. Aggarwal will next be seen in The India Story and Ramayana, an epic adaptation of the Hindu scripture.
Sonam Bajwa has joined the growing list of celebrities speaking out against the Delhi Police's use of force against students during a protest. The protest, which began peacefully, turned violent after police used lathi-charge and tear gas shells. Several protesters were injured, with some seen severely bleeding from their heads.
