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Lakshmi Manchu pens a note as brother Vishnu gets stranded in Dubai amid war

Lakshmi Manchu pens a note as brother Vishnu gets stranded in Dubai amid war

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Actress Lakshmi Manchu used social media to pen a heartfelt note praying for brother Vishnu Manchu and his family`s safety, who are presently in Dubai amidst the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Lakshmi Manchu took to her official social media handle and dropped an emotional note, praying for the safety of her loved ones during these uncertain times. Lakshmi prays for brother Vishnu`s safety The actress shared a note praying for the saftey of her actor-brother. “Praying for Vishnu and his beautiful family to stay safe and protected in Dubai during these difficult times. When it’s your own, it hits differently. Holding you all close in my heart. May God’s grace surround you. Only love shall prevail (sic),” she wrote on the micro-blogging site. Praying for Vishnu and his beautiful family to stay safe and protected in Dubai during these difficult times. When it’s your own, it hits differently. Holding you all close in my heart. May God’s grace surround you. Only love shall prevail. 🤍 — Manchu Lakshmi Prasanna (@LakshmiManchu) March 2, 2026 …

Vishnu Manchu shares update after being stranded in Dubai amid US-Iran conflict: ‘The family is safe’

Vishnu Manchu shares update after being stranded in Dubai amid US-Iran conflict: ‘The family is safe’

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Actor-filmmaker Vishnu Manchu sparked concern after he shared that he is stranded in Dubai amid the escalating US-Iran conflict. On March 2, Vishnu reassured fans with another update, sharing that he and the family are safe. He thanked everyone who was concerned for their safety. (Also read: Lakshmi Manchu prays for brother Vishnu Manchu and his family’s safety as they are in Dubai amid the US-Iran conflict) Vishnu Manchu has expressed his gratitude to the UAE authorities for their steady leadership. What Vishnu said Taking to his X account on Monday, Vishnu said, “To everyone concerned about our safety, thank you. (folded hands emoticon) We are safe in Dubai. The family is safe. Aside from occasional distant sounds, life continues with calm and order.” He went on to add, “In tense times, what stands out is the quiet efficiency and brilliant preparedness on the ground. Grateful to the UAE authorities for their steady leadership.” A few days ago, Vishnu had shared a video on his X account to give clarity about the scenario in Dubai. …

Lakshmi Manchu prays for brother Vishnu Manchu and his family’s safety as they are in Dubai amid the US-Iran conflict

Lakshmi Manchu prays for brother Vishnu Manchu and his family’s safety as they are in Dubai amid the US-Iran conflict

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A few days ago, actor Vishnu Manchu shared that he was in Dubai with his family amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict and escalating tensions across the Middle East. His sister, Lakshmi Manchu, has shared a message for him and his family via her X account. (Also read: Amid US-Iran conflict, Vishnu Manchu visits family in Dubai, shares video of missiles in the sky: ‘Praying for peace’) Vishnu Manchu’s sister, Lakshmi Manchu, is praying for him and his family. What Lakshmi said On Monday, Lakshmi wrote, “Praying for Vishnu and his beautiful family to stay safe and protected in Dubai during these difficult times. When it’s your own, it hits differently. Holding you all close in my heart. May God’s grace surround you. Only love shall prevail (white heart emoticon).” For the unversed, Vishnu had shared a video on his X account to give clarity about the scenario in Dubai. In the video, which appears to have been taken outside the actor’s residence, missiles lit up the sky as Vishnu looked at his son, who was …

Amid US-Iran conflict, Vishnu Manchu visits family in Dubai, shares video of missiles in the sky: ‘Praying for peace’

Amid US-Iran conflict, Vishnu Manchu visits family in Dubai, shares video of missiles in the sky: ‘Praying for peace’

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The United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran on Saturday (February 28). In response, Iran said it carried out retaliatory attacks targeting Israel and a US military facility in Bahrain. Explosions were also reported in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Qatar and Kuwait as tensions escalated across the region. Vishnu Manchu has now shared that he is in Dubai, visiting his family. Taking to his X account, the actor shared a frightening visual of missiles in the sky. Vishnu Manchu said that no child anywhere should grow up hearing the sound of war above their roof. What Vishnu shared In the video, which appears to have been taken outside the actor’s residence, missiles lit up the sky as Vishnu looked at his son, who was audibly frightened at that moment. In the caption, the actor shared, “In Dubai visiting family tonight. Missiles visible in the sky. The loud interceptions shook our home and frightened little Ayra. Praying for peace. No child anywhere should grow up hearing the sound of war above their roof.” He went on …

Vishnu Manchu shares video of missiles over Dubai, says interceptions shook home | Telugu News

Vishnu Manchu shares video of missiles over Dubai, says interceptions shook home | Telugu News

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2 min readMar 1, 2026 01:47 AM IST Telugu actor Vishnu Manchu on Saturday took to his X handle to share a video showing missiles streaking across the night sky over Dubai, revealing that he and his family experienced the tense moments firsthand. In the tweet, Vishnu said the “loud interceptions shook our home” in the city and frightened his young daughter Ayra. Sharing a video, the actor wrote on X, “In Dubai visiting family tonight. Missiles visible in the sky. The loud interceptions shook our home and frightened little Ayra. Praying for peace. No child anywhere should grow up hearing the sound of war above their roof. Grateful to the UAE defense forces for keeping civilians safe. Moments like this remind us how fragile life really is. Praying for strength and Peace. Har Har Mahadev.” In Dubai visiting family tonight. Missiles visible in the sky. The loud interceptions shook our home and frightened little Ayra. Praying for peace. No child anywhere should grow up hearing the sound of war above their roof. Grateful to …

Lakshmi Manchu says she’s not the kind to stand abuse in relationships; gives Taapsee Pannu’s Thappad as example

Lakshmi Manchu says she’s not the kind to stand abuse in relationships; gives Taapsee Pannu’s Thappad as example

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Actor Lakshmi Manchu will soon play a psychiatrist in the Tamil film Pookie, which is releasing in Telugu as Bookie. While promoting the film in Hyderabad, the actor was asked questions about relationships, given that the film touches on domestic abuse. Giving Taapsee Pannu’s 2020 film Thappad as an example, Lakshmi made it clear that she’s not the kind to put up with abuse. Lakshmi Manchu says she is a big supporter of Taapsee Pannu’s movie Thappad. Lakshmi Manchu says she’s a big supporter of Thappad Lakshmi was asked about her personal opinion on relationships and if it has changed through the years. The actor said, “You do you. Do what gives you happiness. Two people come together in their 20s, hoping they share a similar outlook on life. If either of them slacks on that, takes a marriage for granted, that’s where the downfall happens.” But elaborating on abuse in marriage, she added, “Some people say no matter how much I suffer, no matter how much I’m abused, I will stay with my husband. …

Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Raj Nidimoru hang out with Lakshmi Manchu, Shilpa Reddy; watch Mughal-E-Azam at NMACC

Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Raj Nidimoru hang out with Lakshmi Manchu, Shilpa Reddy; watch Mughal-E-Azam at NMACC

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Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu and her husband, filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, had a fun day out with friends in Mumbai recently. Designer Shilpa Reddy took to her Instagram to post inside pictures and videos of their day out with Lakshmi Manchu. From eating good food to watching performances, they did it all. Raj Nidimoru and Samantha Ruth Prabhu with their friend Shilpa Reddy. Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Raj Nidimoru’s day out with friends Shilpa took to Instagram to post numerous pictures with Samantha, Raj, Lakshmi, and her daughter, Vidya Nirvana, during a trip to Mumbai. Some pictures show Samantha and Raj all smiles as they pose, while others show Lakshmi being her goofy self. One picture also shows them hanging out at Farmer’s Cafe in Khar. On her Instagram stories, Shilpa posted videos taken at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) during and after watching the Mughal-E-Azam musical. Posting the pictures and videos, she wrote, “Some trips aren’t about the place, they’re about the people. A short trip, but a full heart. Laughter, long hugs, sharing …

Lakshmi Manchu says she was taught to ‘worship men’ as she talks about love life: ‘I meet Andy all the time but…’

Lakshmi Manchu says she was taught to ‘worship men’ as she talks about love life: ‘I meet Andy all the time but…’

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Updated on: Nov 29, 2025 04:12 pm IST On a podcast, Lakshmi Manchu spoke about the greatest love of her life and it wasn’t her husband Andy Srinivasan. Here’s what she said.  Actor Lakshmi Manchu recently opened up about her love life and marriage to Andy Srinivasan. Talking about her love life on Nikhil Vijayendra Simha’s podcast, she mentioned that she was taught to ‘worship men’ but has gone past that phase now. Here’s what she said. Lakshmi Manchu married IT professional Andy Srinivasan, who lives in the US, in 2006. Lakshmi Manchu on no longer worshipping men When Lakshmi was asked about her love life, she lit up. But it was not for her husband, Andy. She gushed, “I am madly, deeply, intensely in love. I think that love as a mother has not exceeded any of the loves I have ever had. I don’t think anything will ever match it. I’ve only been taught to worship men. The perception of how men should be and how women should treat them. I’ve crossed that …

Lakshmi Manchu Breaks Silence on Facing Molestation at 15

Lakshmi Manchu Breaks Silence on Facing Molestation at 15

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Lakshmi Manchu recently opened up about facing abuse as a teenager and made a powerful statement on how normalised harassment has become. The actress, who is also Mohan Babu’s daughter, spoke about how she was sheltered while growing up but had a traumatic experience while on a public transportation. During a conversation with Hauterrfly, she said that she was touched inappropriately and didn’t know how to process the feeling. The actress shared, “The violation I faced…what is this ugly feeling? I was 15 years old then. I don’t know if they knew I was a little child. I moved away and didn’t get into a fight. I shared it with my girlfriends, and they said it happened to them too. I wasn’t picked as a special girl for this to happen. It happens to everyone.” She expressed her disappointment at the fact that such instances have become so common that if a girl says she hasn’t faced this on a public transport, she’d probably be lying. She further recalled the MeToo movement, sharing how reading …

Lakshmi Manchu jokes she wants to ‘whack’ Rakul Preet Singh: ‘Earlier I used to live with her, now she says let me ask Jackky’ | Bollywood News

Lakshmi Manchu jokes she wants to ‘whack’ Rakul Preet Singh: ‘Earlier I used to live with her, now she says let me ask Jackky’ | Bollywood News

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Before making her mark in Hindi cinema, Rakul Preet Singh was a prominent face in Telugu and Tamil cinema. During her years in Hyderabad, she developed a close friendship with actor Lakshmi Manchu, daughter of veteran star Mohan Babu. Their bond was so strong that whenever Lakshmi visited Mumbai, she would stay with Rakul, right up until Rakul married producer-actor Jackky Bhagnani. In a conversation with Hautterfly, Lakshmi revealed that Rakul recently got upset with her. “The other day she got very upset,” Lakshmi said, explaining that both Jackky and Rakul had pulled her aside on her birthday. “They told me, ‘Laku, you have changed a lot.’ I was like, ‘What did I do?’” Lakshmi fondly recalled the time when she and Rakul lived like inseparable best friends. “Whenever I visited Mumbai, before shifting here permanently, I always lived with Rakul. And every time she came to Hyderabad, her house was just a kilometre away from mine. After I moved into my own house in Mumbai, and with her now being married, naturally, some distance …