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Bandits In Bandra: With Attack on Saif, How Safe Is Mumbai’s Star Hub?

Bandits In Bandra: With Attack on Saif, How Safe Is Mumbai’s Star Hub?

Last Updated:January 16, 2025, 17:58 IST From the firing outside Salman Khan’s residence in Bandra West to the shocking murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique in Bandra East, and now the attack on Saif Ali Khan—the area seems to be grappling with a troubling law-and-order situation Actor Saif Ali Khan. File image Bandra, often referred to as the “Queen of Suburbs”, holds a unique place in Mumbai’s landscape. With its mix of colonial charm, modern high-rises, and celebrity residents, it has long been a hub of glitz and glamour. However, recent high-profile crimes have put Bandra’s safety under the lens. From the firing outside Salman Khan’s residence in Bandra West to the shocking murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique in Bandra East, and now the attack on Saif Ali Khan—the area seems to be grappling with a troubling law-and-order situation. These incidents have left both residents and outsiders asking, “Is Bandra still safe?” The attack on Saif Ali Khan has brought the safety concerns in Bandra to the forefront. According to Mumbai police, the actor …

Tom Cruise’s First Girlfriend Laurie Hobbs Reveals How She Taught Hollywood’s Heartthrob To Kiss

Tom Cruise’s First Girlfriend Laurie Hobbs Reveals How She Taught Hollywood’s Heartthrob To Kiss

Tom Cruise Teenage Romance (Photo Credit – Instagram) For years, millions have swooned over Tom Cruise as the sexiest man alive, but his first girlfriend remembers a bashful, awkward teenage boy learning the ropes of kissing. Laurie Hobbs, who dated the ‘Top Gun star in 1978 when they were both 15, reveals that young Tom was anything but confident—he was shy and insecure about his small stature. Laurie Hobbs Made the First Move on Tom Cruise Cruise, then a sophomore at St. Xavier High School in Louisville, KY, struck Hobbs as a far cry from the calm, suave persona that would eventually captivate the world. Hobbs made the first move, pushing Cruise to ask her to the school dance. “He wasn’t at all what you’d call cool. He struck me as being shy, sort of uneasy around girls,” Hobbs, a blond bookworm at the time, said. Cruise had “a secret fear that girls wouldn’t like him because he was so small,” she also claimed. young Tom Cruise. pic.twitter.com/3krpzc7gTx — EvanAC (@EvanAboutCinema) December 15, 2024 Their …

Freakier Friday to M3GAN 2.0: Hollywood chick flick sequels you can’t miss in 2025

Freakier Friday to M3GAN 2.0: Hollywood chick flick sequels you can’t miss in 2025

Let’s face it — 2025 might not be shaping up to be the smoothest year for everyone, but if you’re a chick flick fan, things are looking very good for you! Get ready to put on your cosiest pyjamas, grab your favourite snacks and plan a series of unforgettable girls’ nights in! From heartwarming romances to wild adventures and toe-tapping musicals, here are five must-watch chick flick sequels hitting theatres (and streaming services) in 2025 that are guaranteed to make you laugh, cry, and feel all the feels. Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis in Freakier Friday Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy The iconic Bridget Jones is back, but this time, she’s trading her quirky single life for a new chapter. In the latest instalment of the beloved rom-com franchise, Bridget, now a widowed single mom (RIP, Colin Firth!), is navigating the world of dating once again. This time, she finds herself swept up by a charming younger man, played by Leo Woodall (who you might recognize from The White Lotus). Can Bridget juggle …

Raveena Tandon highlights safety concern in Bandra after Saif gets attacked

Raveena Tandon highlights safety concern in Bandra after Saif gets attacked

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is currently undergoing treatment at the Lilavati Hospital after he was stabbed multiple times by an intruder during an attempted robbery at his Mumbai home. The incident happened around 2.30 am on Thursday morning He was taken to the hospital by his older son Ibrahim Ai Khan in an auto rickshaw. The incident has highlighted the safety concerns in the city. Actress Raveena Tandon who lives in the neighborhood of Bandra has raised alarm for stronger measures.  Raveena Tandon bats for increased security in Bandra On Thursday morning, Raveena Tandon took to her Instagram stories and wrote, “Targeting celebrities and sot targets in what used to be a safe residential area has become rampant, with Bandra losing out to unruly elements, accident scams, hawker mafia, encroachers, land grabbers and criminal element racing on bikes phone and chain grabbing. Need stronger measures, Wishing you a speedy recovery #saif.” Mamta Kulkarni voices her concern for security Emphasizing on the need to upgrade our security system, Mamta Kulkarni was quoted saying, “I was …

Saif Ali Khan’s neighbour Karishma Tanna reacts to stabbing incident: I’ve been telling my society to increase security | Bollywood

Saif Ali Khan’s neighbour Karishma Tanna reacts to stabbing incident: I’ve been telling my society to increase security | Bollywood

Jan 16, 2025 04:38 PM IST On Thursday, an unidentified intruder broke into Saif Ali Khan’s home, stabbing him at least six times during a botched burglary attempt. Actor is stable now.  Actor Karishma Tanna, a neighbour of Saif Ali Khan, has spoken out about the recent stabbing incident at his Mumbai residence. She emphasised the importance of vigilance, calling the event as a wake-up call for everyone. Also read: Saif Ali Khan stabbed: 5 things to know about intruder who attacked actor Saif Ali Khan was attacked at his residence in Mumbai on Thursday. The incident occurred on Thursday when an unidentified intruder broke into Saif’s home, stabbing him at least six times during a botched burglary attempt. Saif was rushed to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai, where he received treatment. He is now reported to be in stable condition. Karishma reacts During an interview with ETimes, Karishma called the situation ‘scary’ and demanded increased security in their area. Karishma stays in a building in the same lane diagonally opposite Saif and Kareena Kapoor‘s building. …

Is Phaedra Parks Back On The Real Housewives Of Atlanta? Reality Star Promises Spice & Drama On Season 16 Return

Is Phaedra Parks Back On The Real Housewives Of Atlanta? Reality Star Promises Spice & Drama On Season 16 Return

Is Phaedra Parks Back On The Real Housewives Of Atlanta? (Photo Credit – Instagram) The Real Housewives of Atlanta has featured an interesting cast mix since its last season did not do as well as Bravo wanted. The edition’s next season is slated for release this year, and news portals have revealed some cast members’ exit and others’ return, including Phaedra Parks. Season 15 wrapped up in 2023, and the production took its time to decide what to do about the next. The upcoming 16th season is all set to be back in the early half of 2025, and Phaedra has returned for the same. The reality star recently spoke about what to expect from the awaited season. Phaedra Parks On Return To The Real Housewives of Atlanta During a conversation with OK Magazine, the 51-year-old shed some light on her return, what it felt like to return after years, and what fans can expect from the upcoming season. “It was like coming home. If you ever rode a bike, you get back on, and …

Oppn trying to politicise attack on Saif Ali Khan; wrong angle being given to case: Minister | Bollywood

Oppn trying to politicise attack on Saif Ali Khan; wrong angle being given to case: Minister | Bollywood

Mumbai, Maharashtra Minister of State for Home Yogesh Kadam on Thursday said the opposition was trying to politicise the attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, and claimed a wrong angle was being given to the case because of the actor’s surname. Oppn trying to politicise attack on Saif Ali Khan; wrong angle being given to case: Minister The incident was a “theft attempt”, and the culprit has been identified and will be nabbed soon, Kadam told a TV channel. Mumbai is a safe place, the minister asserted, and claimed the opposition was trying to malign the police. Khan, 54, was repeatedly stabbed with a knife by an intruder inside his 12th floor apartment in upscale Bandra early Thursday. The actor was “out of danger” following an emergency surgery, said doctors at the Lilavati Hospital where he was rushed following the incident that took place around 2.30 am at his house in ‘Satguru Sharan’ building. The intruder fled from the spot. Kadam said there was no need to link the attack on Saif Ali Khan …

Rajinikanth’s manager fires shots at director for calling Billa a flop film: ‘Ensure accuracy in your statements’

Rajinikanth’s manager fires shots at director for calling Billa a flop film: ‘Ensure accuracy in your statements’

Jan 16, 2025 03:39 PM IST Vishnuvardhan said in a recent interview that the 1980 Rajinikanth-starrer Billa did not work at the box office, only to be corrected by the actor’s team. Rajinikanth was facing a slump in his career, yet to make it to the big leagues, when he starred in R Krishnamoorthy’s 1980 film Billa, a remake of the 1978 Amitabh Bachchan-starrer Don. The film, which gave him his biggest commercial success at that point was called a flop by director Vishnuvardhan in a recent interview. Rajinikanth’s manager corrected the director, asking him to fact-check his statements. (Also Read: Jailer 2 teaser: Rajinikanth packs a punch as he returns as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian in Nelson’s action-packed sequel) Rajinikanth in a still from R Krishnamoorthy’s 1980 film Billa. What Vishnuvardhan said In an interview with SS Music, Vishnuvardhan, who helmed the 2021 Hindi film Shershaah, said, “To tell you the truth, Billa didn’t run well at that time. I thought, what are we going to do? What do I like about the film? I …

Saif Ali Khan Stabbing: Jewel Thief, Race 4 And Other Upcoming Films To Be Affected?

Saif Ali Khan Stabbing: Jewel Thief, Race 4 And Other Upcoming Films To Be Affected?

Last Updated:January 16, 2025, 15:31 IST Saif Ali Khan also has Spirit and Shootout At Byculla in the pipeline. Actor Saif Ali Khan. (PTI File Image) Saif Ali Khan is currently recovering from his stab injuries after an attempted robbery took place at his house on Thursday morning. The actor was admitted to the Lilavati Hospital where he underwent surgery to remove a piece of the knife which was stuck close to his spine. Saif’s fans took to social media to wish him well and they cannot wait to see him back on screen in full form. Here’s a look at Saif Ali Khan’s upcoming projects: Jewel Thief: The Red Sun Chapter Saif Ali Khan will soon be seen in the action drama Jewel Thief. The film has been making headlines after Siddharth Anand shared the first photos with the actor from Budapest. The film also stars Jaideep Ahlawat and Nikita Dutta. Saif reportedly completed the shoot in December last year. Race 4 It was earlier reported that Ramesh Taurani has brought Saif Ali Khan …

Bill Burr literally rips critics in ‘underwear’ during LA wildfire on Kimmel appearance

Bill Burr literally rips critics in ‘underwear’ during LA wildfire on Kimmel appearance

Comedian Bill Burr didn’t hold back during his appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live Tuesday night, taking aim at unqualified critics of Los Angeles’ response to the devastating fires that recently ravaged the area. Comedian Bill Burr mocked misguided suggestions and conspiracy theories about the fires, emphasizing the real dangers faced by those battling the blazes and the investigation into their cause. (Photo by Andy Kropa/Invision/AP)(Andy Kropa/Invision/AP) The 56-year-old stand-up star began by praising those on the front lines, saying, “Everybody did a great job” in combating the fires, which included major blazes in Pacific Palisades and Altadena. “These guys were out there, clearing the trees and getting the wires back up and everything,” he applauded, and added, “It was like the perfect awful thing that could have happened, and it did.” Burr’s frustration, however, was directed at so-called “fire experts” on the internet, mocking their attempts to outsmart local officials. “Why didn’t you just fly a helicopter into the ocean? And then just, fu***ng,” he said in a mocking tone before dismissing the idea. “I …