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Shah Rukh Khan Reveals What Gives Him ‘Kingly Feelings’
Mumbai — Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has revealed the simple part of his daily routine that gives him “Kingly feelings.”
During an #AskSRK session on X, a fan asked Khan about the most king-like thing he does in real life.
“Have three cups of coffee in bed before anybody can speak with me even if I am late for work!! Then of course on sets get shouted at for being late and have no Kingly feelings left,” he replied.
Khan also offered marriage advice when a newlywed fan asked about the “green flag” for a happy marriage.
“Ek doosre ke rang mein rang jao….make adjustments so both of you make the partner happier,” he wrote.
He also shared a glimpse of his family’s Ganpati celebrations, saying his wife performs the Aarti and prayers before the Visarjan, while their children and friends gather for a simple family celebration.
Khan also offered an update on his upcoming film “King,” telling a fan that the trailer would come later because the movie is still about 100 days away.
“King,” directed by Siddharth Anand, also stars Deepika Padukone, Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Abhay Verma and Arshad Warsi. The film is scheduled for release on Dec. 24, 2026.
Hrithik Roshan Welcomes Niece Suranika to Her 30s
Mumbai — Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan celebrated his niece Suranika’s 30th birthday with a warm social media message.
Roshan shared a series of photos of Suranika on Instagram and wrote, “Welcome to the thirties beautiful suranika baby. You are a rare breed, stay beautiful. It has been such a joy to witness your growth into the person you are today.”
He added that he admired the way she expresses herself and jokingly asked for bakery treats to help him celebrate.
Suranika, the daughter of Roshan’s sister, is an entrepreneur and runs Moonbeam Bakery. Roshan has frequently supported her business and other professional achievements on social media.
The actor, who was last seen in “War 2,” also recently marked the 15th anniversary of “Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara,” reflecting on his experience working on the film with director Zoya Akhtar.
Rasika Dugal Shares ‘Mirzapur’ Queens Photo With Shriya Pilgaonkar
Mumbai — Actress Rasika Dugal shared a series of recent photos on social media, including a group picture featuring women from the “Mirzapur” franchise.
Dugal labeled the group photo “The Queens.” It featured Shriya Pilgaonkar, Sheeba Chaddha and other women associated with the franchise.
The carousel also included behind-the-scenes moments, photos of Dugal with a dog named Max, floral arrangements and candid snapshots from her recent days.
Dugal has played Beena Tripathi in “Mirzapur” since the series debuted in 2018. She reprised the role in “Mirzapur: The Movie,” which brought several characters from the streaming series to the big screen.
The film also stars Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Divyenndu, Shweta Tripathi Sharma, Shriya Pilgaonkar and Abhishek Banerjee.
Directed by Gurmmeet Singh and produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar under Excel Entertainment, “Mirzapur: The Movie” was released in theaters on Sept. 4, 2026.
Poonam Pandey Thanks Lord Ganesha After Buying Dream Mercedes
Mumbai — Actor and model Poonam Pandey visited Lord Ganesha to offer thanks after fulfilling her dream of buying a Mercedes.
Pandey said she had prayed for the car last year and returned after making the purchase.
“I asked for a wish from Bappa last year and I wanted to buy this big Mercedes that you see outside. I just bought it and I came here to thank Bappa for it,” she said.
Pandey said she has had a long relationship with Lord Ganesha and turns to him during both happy and difficult moments.
“I asked for this car from Bappa last year. I said it in his ear and my wish came true,” she added.
The “Nasha” actress also said Ganpati is currently welcomed at her mother’s home and that she hopes to bring the deity to her own house as well.
Divya Dutta Recalls Family’s Punjabi Ganesh Chaturthi Traditions
Mumbai — Actress Divya Dutta recalled the traditional Punjabi dishes her family prepares for Ganesh Chaturthi, including halwa, aloo puri, chana and modak.
Dutta said her mother has made halwa for years, while modak has long been a favorite of her father.
“I make Halwa in Punjab. My mother has been making it for a long time. And then Aloo Puri, Chana. This is our North menu of Punjab,” she said.
The actress also reflected on the role of faith in the festival, saying celebrations naturally follow belief and devotion.
“I think celebration cannot happen without faith. So, it is very important to have faith. Celebration happens by itself,” she said.
Dutta, who is from Ludhiana, Punjab, also said she believes Lord Ganesha has guided her through different phases of life and expressed gratitude for her recent projects, including “Chiraiya” and “Last Man in Tower.”
She celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with her family in Mumbai.
Parineeti Chopra Enjoys Maldives Getaway Nearly a Year Into Motherhood
Mumbai — Actress Parineeti Chopra took some time for herself with a luxury Maldives getaway nearly a year after becoming a mother.
Sharing photos and videos on Instagram, Chopra said she wanted some “me time” and to be “drenched in luxury and spoilt silly.”
“Almost a year of being a mom, and I took some time … just for me,” she wrote, adding that she “had the time of my life.”
The actress shared glimpses of her stay, including meals, massages and time by the water.
Chopra and politician Raghav Chadha welcomed their son, Neer, on Oct. 19, 2025.
She is also preparing for the release of her upcoming Netflix psychological thriller series, “Shaque: Trust No One.” Chopra previously said she learned she was pregnant while filming the series in Shimla, prompting the production team to adjust some action sequences.
Preity Zinta Recalls Siddhivinayak Temple Visit With Mother
Mumbai — Actress Preity Zinta marked Ganesh Chaturthi by sharing memories of a visit to Mumbai’s Siddhivinayak Temple with her mother.
Posting photos on Instagram, Zinta called the visit “amazing” and thanked a stranger who took pictures of them and immediately shared the images with her mother.
“Happy Ganesh Chaturthi to all of you who celebrate it today. May Ganpati Bappa remove all obstacles in your life & fill it with happiness & success always,” she wrote.
Zinta recently returned to the big screen after an eight-year break with the period drama “Batwara 1947,” released on Aug. 14, 2026.
She is also set to appear in “VIBE,” starring Kunal Kemmu, Sparsh Shrivastava and Vanshika Dhir. The film is scheduled for release on Sept. 18. (Source: IANS)
