Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas Celebrate Dussehra With Daughter Malti Marie

Mumbai — Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas and her husband, singer Nick Jonas, celebrated Dussehra with their daughter, Malti Marie, by performing traditional Hindu rituals at home.

Priyanka shared photos of the family’s celebrations on social media, showing the couple performing Kanya Pujan, a ritual honoring young girls as manifestations of Goddess Durga.

Malti, dressed in an ivory traditional outfit with bangles and a red scarf bearing the words “Jai Mata Di,” participated in the ceremony as her parents washed her feet as part of the ritual.

The photos also showed the family gathered around their home temple, decorated with flowers and religious idols.

“May the strength of Maa Durga, the purity of our prayers and the spirit of Dussehra stay with us all, today and tomorrow and always,” Priyanka wrote.

The actress has frequently shared moments of introducing Malti to Indian traditions. In August, she posted a video teaching her daughter a Sanskrit verse from the Durga Saptashati.

Priyanka and Nick welcomed Malti through surrogacy in January 2022. Born prematurely, she spent approximately 110 days in neonatal intensive care before returning home.

Radhikka Madan Reflects on Eight Years in Entertainment, Thanks Supporters

Mumbai — Actress Radhikka Madan marked eight years in the entertainment industry with a heartfelt message reflecting on her career, personal growth and the challenges she has overcome.

Sharing a note on Instagram, the actress expressed gratitude to those who supported her, particularly during moments of self-doubt.

“8 years. So many stories told, so many versions of myself discovered. Some dreams came true, some changed along the way,” she wrote.

Madan said her passion for acting has remained unchanged despite the challenges she has faced.

“To everyone who believed in me, especially on days when I struggled to believe in myself, thank you. You’ve been a bigger part of this journey than you know,” she added.

Looking ahead, she wrote, “8 years later, still the same butterflies, still the same hunger, and so much left to dream.”

Madan began her acting career with the television series Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi before making her Bollywood debut in Vishal Bhardwaj’s Pataakha in 2018.

She has since appeared in films including Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota, Angrezi Medium, Shiddat and Sajini Shinde Ka Viral Video, as well as the streaming series Saas, Bahu Aur Flamingo.

Her recent projects include Netflix’s anthology film Lust Stories 3 and the Prime Video action film Subedaar.

Soha Ali Khan Celebrates Three Generations of Women on Bijoya Dashami

Mumbai — Actress Soha Ali Khan marked Bijoya Dashami with a heartfelt tribute to the strength of women across generations, sharing family photographs featuring her mother, veteran actress Sharmila Tagore, and daughter Inaaya Naumi Khemu.

Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, Soha reflected on the special bond between mothers and daughters, describing the festival as a reminder of the connections that unite generations of women.

“It reminds me that a daughter is always a daughter, no matter how old she grows or how far she travels. And her mother will always be her home. You never really leave your mother – you take her with you, within you, wherever life leads you,” she wrote.

The Rang De Basanti actress also emphasized the strength and resilience of women, drawing inspiration from the festival’s celebration of Goddess Durga.

“It reminds me that strength can be fierce, love can be gentle, and there is tremendous Shakti in us women,” she added.

Reflecting on her family’s three generations, Soha wrote, “My mother, myself, my daughter — three chapters of the same story. Today we celebrate the women who came before us, the women we are, and the women our daughters will become.”

Bijoya Dashami, also known as Vijayadashami, marks the conclusion of Durga Puja and celebrates Goddess Durga’s triumph over evil, symbolizing strength, courage and feminine power.

Amitabh Bachchan Takes Break From Social Media on Medical Advice

Mumbai — Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan has announced a temporary break from social media after being advised to rest and recuperate.

The 84-year-old actor shared the update Wednesday, apologizing to fans for his absence from his regular blogs and social media posts.

“T 5889,10,11,12 – apologies .. I beg your forgiveness; I’ve been advised to take some time off for a few days to rest and recuperate, so I’m not able to write anything,” he wrote.

Bachchan did not disclose the reason for his prescribed rest or indicate when he would resume posting.

In a separate blog entry, the actor extended Dussehra greetings to his followers while explaining that he had been instructed to limit communication.

“Under very strict rest and recuperation .. so am not allowed to communicate .. do excuse .. my apologies,” he wrote.

Fans responded with messages wishing the actor a speedy recovery and encouraging him to prioritize his health.

Separately, Mumbai Crime Branch sources reportedly said suspects involved in the October 18 shooting incident linked to actor Tiger Shroff had surveyed the residences of several Bollywood celebrities, including Bachchan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan and Akshay Kumar.

Investigators reportedly believe the suspects were looking for celebrities with less stringent security arrangements.

Anushka Sen Named India’s Global Ambassador for Newport Beach Film Festival

Mumbai — Actress Anushka Sen has been named India’s Global Brand Ambassador for the 2026 Newport Beach Film Festival, describing the recognition as an opportunity to showcase Indian talent and storytelling to international audiences.

“Being named the Global Ambassador representing India at the Newport Beach Film Festival is a moment that means more to me than words can express. For me, this is about so much more than a title; it is about the stories we carry, the boundaries we break, and the doors we open for those who come after us,” Sen said.

The actress emphasized the importance of celebrating India’s creative talent and encouraging young people to pursue opportunities beyond national borders.

“India has incredible talent and stories that deserve to be heard across the world. I want every young Indian to know that you don’t have to fit into a certain mold to make your country proud,” she said.

Sen also expressed hope that her international career would inspire aspiring performers to follow their dreams.

“If my journey can encourage someone to believe in themselves and take a step towards their dreams, that would mean a lot to me,” she added.

The appointment marks another international milestone for Sen, who has expanded her career beyond Indian entertainment with the Korean film project Jeju Olle.

Saif Ali Khan Shares Glimpse of Farm-to-Table Dining and Poolside Relaxation

Mumbai — Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan gave fans a glimpse of his leisurely lifestyle, sharing photos of farm-to-table dining and poolside relaxation on social media.

In an Instagram post Tuesday, the actor shared two pictures capturing moments from his day. The first showed him wearing a light blue kurta and holding fresh carrots while seated at an outdoor dining table filled with vegetables and other dishes.

In the second photo, Saif posed barefoot beside a swimming pool, dressed in a white kurta-pajama.

“From farm-to-table to pool-to-lounge…what else was on the calendar?” he captioned the post.

Since joining Instagram on October 11, Saif has been sharing glimpses of his personal life, including photographs from his ancestral home and childhood memories.

One recent post featured the actor reading in the Pataudi Library, while another showed a childhood photograph taken in 1975 at his mother’s home on Carmichael Road in Mumbai.

Saif also celebrated his 14th wedding anniversary with actress Kareena Kapoor Khan on October 16, sharing photos commemorating their relationship.

On the professional front, Saif was most recently seen alongside Akshay Kumar in Priyadarshan’s Haiwaan, which struggled at the box office. (Source: IANS)