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Lalit Modi tracks down boy who cried after being denied Virat Kohli’s autograph

Lalit Modi tracks down boy who cried after being denied Virat Kohli’s autograph

4 min readNew DelhiJun 4, 2026 01:43 PM IST Earlier this year, a video featuring a young Virat Kohli fan captured widespread attention online. The clip showed the boy, later identified as Yugveer Budhiraja, repeatedly attempting to get close to Kohli for an autograph. However, security personnel stopped him each time before he could reach the cricket star. After several failed attempts, Yugveer walked away in tears and, overcome with disappointment, threw his bat on the ground. Wholesome: Little fan waits excitedly with bat for Virat Kohli’s autograph in hotel lobby, but gets ignored 😭 Kid throws bat down in heartbreak 😂💔” pic.twitter.com/QVyUPEh86F — Ghar Ke Kalesh (@gharkekalesh) April 27, 2026   The video resonated with many people, including Lalit Modi. During a recent conversation with Humans of Bombay founder Karishma Mehta, the former IPL chairman admitted that watching the clip deeply affected him. “That broke my heart,” Modi said, before revealing that he had asked his team to locate the youngster. He also promised to send Yugveer a special keepsake—a bat from IPL Season …

Who is Estee Williams? 5 things to know as Virginia influencer’s 8-month baby dies after being denied heart transplant

Who is Estee Williams? 5 things to know as Virginia influencer’s 8-month baby dies after being denied heart transplant

Social media influencer Estee Williams has revealed that her daughter Estelle has passed away at the tender age of eight months after being refused a heart transplant. Estee Williams, a Virginia influencer, has shared the tragic news of her daughter Estelle’s passing at eight months old after being denied a heart transplant. (Instagram/Estee Williams) The 29-year-old content creator, hailing from Virginia, shared the heartbreaking news of her daughter’s death in an Instagram Story on May 30. “Until we meet again, my sweet Estelle,” Williams inscribed next to a picture of her cradling her deceased child. Also Read: Trump’s latest health report gives bizarre update: POTUS needs physical activity, dietary changes Estee Williams’ baby: 5 things to know about Estelle Estelle was born with a congenital heart defect known as ventricular septal defect (VSD), commonly referred to as a hole in the heart, as per Daily Mail. Williams, who has garnered 108,000 followers on Instagram, confirmed that Estelle passed away due to multiple organ failure after spending several months connected to hospital machines. In December 2025, …

Akshaye Khanna once ‘unleashed a volcano’ on producer after actor was denied lunch, reveals Amit Behl

Akshaye Khanna once ‘unleashed a volcano’ on producer after actor was denied lunch, reveals Amit Behl

Actor Akshaye Khanna, who is usually known for his composed and soft-spoken nature, once stunned everyone on a film set after losing his temper over the mistreatment of a junior actor. Recalling the incident, actor Amit Behl revealed that Akshaye “unleashed a volcano” on the producer after learning that the actor had been stopped from having lunch with the main cast and crew. Akshaye Khanna was most recently seen in Dhurandhar. When Akshaye erupted like a volcano Recently, Amit appeared on Siddharth Kannan’s YouTube channel, where he recalled an incident from a film he had worked on with Akshaye. Amit revealed that a character actor, who was staying at a separate hotel from the film’s main cast and crew, had once visited Akshaye’s hotel for lunch. “The moment this actor had his first bite at the hotel’s lunch buffet, the producer’s wife or some relative noticed that he didn’t belong there and said he shouldn’t be eating that food. Just as he had begun, someone from production came over and said, ‘Sir, you can’t eat …

Ahead of Suvendu oath, TMC alleges Rabindra Jayanti event denied: ‘Can’t rip out Tagore from Bengal’

Ahead of Suvendu oath, TMC alleges Rabindra Jayanti event denied: ‘Can’t rip out Tagore from Bengal’

The West Bengal administration has denied permission to hold Rabindra Jayanti celebrations at multiple locations in the city, the Trinamool Congress has alleged. The party alleged on Friday that the administration refused applications from non-political organisations for three different venues. Suvendu Adhikari is set to take oath on Rabindra Jayanti, May 9. (PTI/AITC/X) “Bengal administration denies permission to hold Rabindra Jayanti celebrations,” the TMC wrote on X. “Yes, you read that right, this is the new Bengal. This is the great ‘poriborton’.” Suvendu Adhikari to take oath on Rabindra Jayanti The standoff occurs as the state undergoes a transition of power. The BJP won 208 of the 294 seats in the assembly elections, ending 15 years of TMC governance. Union home minister Amit Shah chaired a meeting in Kolkata on Friday where Suvendu Adhikari was elected the leader of the BJP legislature party. Following the meeting, Adhikari reached Lok Bhavan to stake his claim to form the government. Adhikari is set to take the oath as chief minister on Saturday at the Brigade Parade Ground. …

Makers of SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi ask Hyderabad city for 15 lakh litre water for shoot amid water crisis, denied: Report

Makers of SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi ask Hyderabad city for 15 lakh litre water for shoot amid water crisis, denied: Report

The shoot for SS Rajamouli’s upcoming sci-fi epic, Varanasi, is underway in Hyderabad. The pan-India film is reportedly filming several underwater sequences at the Hyderabad Film City Studio in Gaganpahad. A new report claims that the film’s makers requested the city’s water body for 150 water tankers for the shoot, but were denied amid the ongoing high water demand during a harsh summer in the Telangana capital. In Varanasi, Mahesh Babu portrays Rudhra, a time-travelling adventurer. Hyderabad city officials deny Varanasi makers’ request A report in Telangana Today states that representatives of Sri Durga Arts, one of the producers of Varanasi, approached the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply & Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) requesting 150 water tankers of 10,000 litres each. The letter stated that water was required to fill a pond for underwater sequences. The letter, addressed to HMWSSB Managing Director K Ashok Reddy, said that the water needed to be purified to meet the shoot’s quality standards. The production house assured it would pay tanker charges from the supply point to the shooting location at …

Nashik TCS case: Bail denied to employee; custody of 4 extended till May 5

Nashik TCS case: Bail denied to employee; custody of 4 extended till May 5

A court in Nashik on Saturday rejected the anticipatory bail application of Nida Khan, an employee of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), in connection with a case involving allegations of sexual harassment and religious conversion at the company’s unit in the district, reported the PTI. The prosecution argued that custodial interrogation of Khan was necessary, citing the seriousness of the allegations. Public prosecutor Ajay Misar said the court found merit in the prosecution’s submissions. “The offence is serious, and the accused is one of the prime suspects. Her custodial interrogation is required,” he told reporters, adding that the detailed order is expected to be uploaded soon. According to the FIR, Khan allegedly advised women employees to dress and behave in accordance with Islamic traditions. She had sought pre-arrest bail on the grounds of her pregnancy. Police had earlier said that efforts were underway to trace her at various locations across Maharashtra, the news agency reported. SIT probing multiple cases A Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Nashik Police is currently investigating nine cases of alleged sexual …

Marissa Bode says she was denied boarding flight because of wheelchair

Marissa Bode says she was denied boarding flight because of wheelchair

Los Angeles, “Wicked” actor Marissa Bode recalled the incident when she was denied boarding a flight because of her wheelchair and called it a “blatant segregation”. Marissa Bode says she was denied boarding flight because of wheelchair Bode, a disabled actor, shared a video on her TikTok handle on Thursday, according to the entertainment news website Variety, where she narrated about her flight experience. The 25-year-old actor said her manager spoke to the airline prior, and they were assured that the necessary arrangements would be made. Bode said the staff asked if she was able to get up from the wheelchair and walk the stairs, and after denying it, she wasn’t allowed to board the flight. “So I got to the gate, and I was like, ‘Hey, could you help me locate my boarding pass…And the two people at the gate look at me, and they are like, ‘Can you stand?’ And I said, ‘No.’ And they said, ‘I’m sorry, but because of that, we’re going to have to deny you boarding.’ They proceeded to …

Denied boarding despite a confirmed ticket? Why skipping web check-in could cost you your seat

Denied boarding despite a confirmed ticket? Why skipping web check-in could cost you your seat

Is it always mandatory to do a web check-in, which usually opens 24–48 hours before departure and helps lock your seat? On overbooked or full flights, passengers who have not done web check-in may be the first to lose seats. Recently, a passenger took to social media to share that he was denied boarding as the flight was “overbooked” and he had not done a web check-in. “Reached the airport at 5 AM for my 6:40 AM Pune-Bengaluru flight. The ticket was booked 9 days in advance, and I even paid extra to select my seat. And still… I was denied boarding. Reason? ‘Flight is overbooked,’” he shared in a post on Instagram. He added, “They told me that since I didn’t do web check-in, my seat was given to someone else. Why should I web check in if I know I have checked in luggage and need to go to the counter anyway! Plus, when I am already on time? So basically, even after paying for a specific seat, it’s not actually yours unless …

Rakesh Bedi recalls being denied payment, told money was for the hero

Rakesh Bedi recalls being denied payment, told money was for the hero

Bollywood actor Rakesh Bedi, who has gained widespread acclaim for his role in Dhurandhar: The Revenge, recently opened up about his experience in the industry and about the harsh realities of hierarchy in the film industry. He recalled an incident from a film set where he was denied his due payment, and a leading star was prioritised over him. The veteran actor shares how the experience left a lasting impression on him. Rakesh Bedi on facing discrimination During a recent interview with Zoom, Rakesh recalled, “Mujhe yaad hai ek baar main shooting kar raha tha aur mujhe paise ki bahut zarurat thi. Aur usmein hero tha ek bada, main naam nahi loonga. Producer set pe aaya to uske haath mein paison ka packet tha. I could see that there is money in it. To maine kaha, `Sir, meri instalment due hai, mujhe paise chahiye.` Usne kaha, `Yaar abhi to paise nahi hai.` To mere muh se nikal gaya, maine kaha paise to hai`. He said, `Yaar, hero ko dene hai yeh`… And I realised that …

Rakesh Bedi recalls being discriminated and denied payment on film set: ‘Money was reserved for the hero’

Rakesh Bedi recalls being discriminated and denied payment on film set: ‘Money was reserved for the hero’

Bollywood actor Rakesh Bedi, who is currently basking in the success of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, has opened up about the harsh realities of hierarchy in the film industry. In a recent interview, the veteran actor recalled an incident from a film set where he was denied his due payment, while a leading star was prioritised, an experience that left a lasting impression on him. Rakesh Bedi recalled being discriminated on a film set. Rakesh recalled, “Mujhe yaad hai ek baar main shooting kar raha tha aur mujhe paise ki bahut zarurat thi. Aur usmein hero tha ek bada, main naam nahi loonga. Producer set pe aaya to uske haath mein paison ka packet tha. I could see that there is money in it. To maine kaha, ‘Sir, meri instalment due hai, mujhe paise chahiye.’ Usne kaha, ‘Yaar abhi to paise nahi hai.’ To mere muh se nikal gaya, maine kaha paise to hai’. He said, ‘Yaar, hero ko dene hai yeh’… And I realised that this is how it works (I remember once I was …