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Ranveer Singh playfully responds to woman flirting with him on set: ‘Main do bacche ka baap banne wala hoon’

Ranveer Singh playfully responds to woman flirting with him on set: ‘Main do bacche ka baap banne wala hoon’

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Bollywood stars Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone are all set to embrace parenthood once again. The couple, who welcomed their first child, daughter Dua, on September 8, 2024, are now preparing for the arrival of their second baby. Amid the happy phase in their lives, a recent video of Ranveer from a brand shoot has resurfaced online and is winning hearts for his witty response. Ranveer Singh’s epic reply to a woman flirting with him goes viral: ‘Main do bacche ka baap banne wala hoon’ Ranveer Singh’s hilarious response goes viral The video was shared by actor Deeksha Narang, who revealed the video was filmed during an April 2026 campaign shoot for SuperYou and Starbucks, to introduce protein-infused cold foam coffees across more than 500 stores in the country. Sharing the clip, Deeksha recalled how she struck up a conversation with Ranveer while the shoot was briefly paused because the coffee blender had stopped working. She wrote, “Happened in April 2026 Shoot for @be.superyou * @starbucks. And the director said be natural , be you …

Kajol says parenthood taught her the true meaning of unconditional love

Kajol says parenthood taught her the true meaning of unconditional love

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Bollywood actor Kajol shared a heartfelt message on the occasion of National Parents’ Day, which is celebrated every fourth Sunday of July in America. Kajol said becoming a parent gave her a deeper understanding of the unconditional love and selflessness that parents experience.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol) “#Happyparentsday .. We are all parents now and the sheer responsibility of being a parent is something that u truly don’t understand till it happens to you.. and u never know how much ur parents love u and have sacrificed for u till it happens to u,” she wrote on her Instagram handle. The actor, who shares daughter Nysa and son Yug with husband Ajay Devgn, said parenthood has made her appreciate the unwavering support she received from her family while growing up. Calling it a “gratitude post”, Kajol thanked her parents for their unconditional love and sacrifices over the years. “So this is …

Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s intimate baby shower photos melt hearts as she and Raj Nidimoru prepare for parenthood. See pics

Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s intimate baby shower photos melt hearts as she and Raj Nidimoru prepare for parenthood. See pics

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Samantha Ruth Prabhu is all set to begin a new chapter as she prepares to welcome her first child. The actor recently celebrated the occasion with an intimate baby shower alongside her husband, Raj Nidimoru, surrounded by their closest family members. While the ceremony was kept away from the public eye, pictures from the celebration have now made their way online. Samantha Ruth Prabhu at her baby shower with husband Raj Nidimoru. An intimate celebration with loved ones The baby shower was a private affair attended only by close family and loved ones. Samantha looked graceful in a maroon ethnic outfit with delicate gold detailing, keeping her look understated with minimal jewellery and fresh, natural makeup. Raj matched her in a maroon silk kurta paired with white bottoms. The couple’s coordinated outfits and joyful smiles perfectly reflected the happiness of this special moment as they get ready to welcome their little one. They were all smiles in the photos and were wearing small garlands. It has been a life-changing year for Samantha and Raj. The …

Father’s Day Special | Vivek Dahiya writes a special letter to his twins

Father’s Day Special | Vivek Dahiya writes a special letter to his twins

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To my sons, Vivek Dahiya’s special letter for his twins If you ever wonder what magic feels like, it’s kindness in action. I hope every step you take leaves a little warmth behind and whenever you need to recharge, just remember my love is always a soft place to land. Because, “Ek dusre se karte hai pyar hum. Ek dusre ke liye bekarar hum” Your dad As he celebrates his first Father’s Day today, actor Vivek Dahiya is still coming to terms with a life-changing reality: becoming a father to twin boys who they are currently calling ‘Karan and Arjun’ with wife Divyanka Tripathi. Just two weeks into parenthood, he admits the experience is still unfolding. “It has sunk in partially because the twins are only two weeks old. It’s too soon to say that I have fully experienced fatherhood, but I’m looking forward to this exploration,” he tells us. Interestingly, the moment he first held his sons wasn’t the overwhelming emotional rush many might expect. “I was there with Divyanka in the OT and …

Munawar Faruqui becomes father again, welcomes baby girl with Mehzabeen: ‘Ghar barkat aayi’

Munawar Faruqui becomes father again, welcomes baby girl with Mehzabeen: ‘Ghar barkat aayi’

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Comedian-actor Munawar Faruqui has stepped into a new chapter of his life, as he and wife Mehzabeen Faruqui welcomed their first child together: a baby girl. Munawar shared the happy news by sharing a series of heartwarming pictures that offered a glimpse of his wife and newborn. Munawar Faruqui married makeup artist Mehzabeen Coatwala in 2024. Munawar Faruqui, Mehzabeen welcome first child On Friday, Munawar took to social media to announce that he has once again embraced fatherhood. He shared a series of pictures on Instagram from the hospital after the birth of his baby girl, while choosing not to reveal his wife’s or the newborn’s faces. Sharing the pictures, Munawar wrote, “Ghar barkat aayi. Blessed ✨… dua mai khas yaad rakhe (Prosperity has entered our home. Blessed … keep us in your prayers).” In one of the photos, Munawar is seen holding his wife’s hand as she rests on the hospital bed, while their newborn baby is seen in the background. Another image captures an intimate moment in the hospital room, where Munawar’s wife …

Drishyam 2 director Abhishek Pathak and Shivaleeka Oberoi welcome baby girl: ‘Our little Goddess Laxmi has arrived’

Drishyam 2 director Abhishek Pathak and Shivaleeka Oberoi welcome baby girl: ‘Our little Goddess Laxmi has arrived’

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Drishyam 2 director Abhishek Pathak and his wife, actor Shivaleeka Oberoi have embraced parenthood. The couple welcomed their first child, a baby girl, on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya on April 19. They shared the joyous news with fans on social media through a heartfelt post, lovingly calling their daughter their “Laxmi”. Abhishek Pathak and Shivaleeka Oberoi express happiness as they embrace parenthood. Abhishek Pathak and Shivalekaa Oberoi welcome baby girl On Sunday, Abhishek and Shivaleeka announced the birth of their daughter on Instagram. Their post read, “In a moment, our hearts found a whole new meaning! With immense love and gratitude, we welcome our precious baby girl. Blessed parents — Shivaleeka & Abhishek.” The caption added, “Our little Goddess Laxmi has arrived on an auspicious day. A blessing in its purest form.” Shivaleeka’s sister-in-law expressed her joy over the baby’s arrival and wrote, “My baby girl is going to be so pampered, she has arrived 🥹 @abhishekpathakk @shivaleekaoberoi welcome to parenthood.” Aahana Kumra, Ishita Dutta, Maanvi Gagroo, and Kishwer Merchant also congratulated the couple. …

Pregnant Deepika Padukone films ‘intense action sequence’ for Raaka, will continue shoot throughout pregnancy| Exclusive

Pregnant Deepika Padukone films ‘intense action sequence’ for Raaka, will continue shoot throughout pregnancy| Exclusive

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Actor Deepika Padukone gave fans a pleasant surprise as she announced her second pregnancy on Sunday. On the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, Deepika and husband Ranveer Singh shared a joint Instagram post to inform fans they are all set to embrace parenthood once again. But, pregnancy does not mean that work has stopped for Deepika. The actor, who has two big films lined up for release, is still on set and plans to continue filming through her pregnancy. Deepika Padukone announced her second pregnancy on Sunday. Deepika to continue shooting for Raaka through her pregnancy Deepika has recently started filming Atlee’s upcoming pan-India actioner Raaka, which stars Allu Arjun in the lead. The film’s title and first look were recently revealed on Arjun’s birthday earlier this month. Deepika also has some portions of Shah Rukh Khan’s King left unfinished. HT Digital reached out to industry sources about how the actor plans to manage these shoot schedules around her pregnancy, and our source shares, “During her pregnancy, Deepika Padukone is shooting intense action sequences for Raaka.” …

Vikrant Massey reveals emotional moment with son that led him to announce break from acting

Vikrant Massey reveals emotional moment with son that led him to announce break from acting

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Back in 2024, Vikrant Massey left fans surprised when he announced a break from work. Now, the actor has revealed that a deeply emotional moment with his son played a key role in shaping that decision. Vikrant Massey became a father in 2024 when he and his wife, Sheetal Thakur, welcomed their son, Vardaan. Vikrant on decision to take a break Vikrant, along with his wife Sheetal Thakur, opened up about their journey into parenthood on Parineeti Chopra’s show Mom Talks. He shared that juggling work commitments around Vardaan’s birth left him physically and mentally drained, ultimately pushing him to slow down and prioritise family time. He said, “You know how much we give of ourselves emotionally, physically, mentally. As a first-time father, my attention was always at home. I didn’t even question what or why I was doing. I just wanted to wrap up my commitments and spend as much time as possible with Vardaan and Sheetal Thakur. I have said this before—I was feeling a little lonely. There was a void.” Echoing his …

Why Mumbai’s Urban Couples are Risking Parenthood by Delaying Critical Infertility Care

Why Mumbai’s Urban Couples are Risking Parenthood by Delaying Critical Infertility Care

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2 min readMumbaiUpdated: Apr 9, 2026 11:55 AM IST Most couples seeking infertility treatment at a Mumbai government facility are from urban areas and tend to delay medical consultation for years, with ovulatory disorders emerging as a leading cause, according to a study conducted at Cama and Albless Hospital. Titled Study of Demographic and Clinical Profiles of Patients Attending an ART Centre in a Tertiary Care Government Hospital, the research was published on April 6, 2026 in the International Journal of Life Sciences, Biotechnology and Pharma Research. The study, authored by Dr Afifa Naushad, Dr Tushar Palve and Dr Rajashree Thatikonda, analysed 60 patients who attended the hospital’s Assisted Reproductive Technology centre between August and October 2025. The findings show that 96.6 percent of patients were from urban areas, indicating gaps in access and awareness among rural populations. Nearly half of the patients were in the 31 to 35 age group, with an average age of around 33, pointing to delayed childbearing and late entry into treatment. A key concern highlighted in the study is …

Finnish horror fable Nightborn explores parents’ emotional hardships, motherhood taboos

Finnish horror fable Nightborn explores parents’ emotional hardships, motherhood taboos

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By Linda Pasquini Finnish horror fable Nightborn explores parents’ emotional hardships, motherhood taboos BERLIN, – Finnish director Hanna Bergholm knew from very early on she wanted her horror film Nightborn to tell a story about difficult emotions that arise when you become a parent and to break taboos that still exist around motherhood. “I knew that I wanted to tell a story about difficult emotions that appear when you are a parent, mother, or a father, and how to face your emotions and yourself,” she said at the Berlin Film Festival, where the film original title Yön Lapsi is featured as part of the Competition section. This Nordic tale of mythological influences follows Saga and her British husband, Jon, played by Harry Potter star Rupert Grint, as they retreat to the seclusion of Finland’s forests and excitedly embark on their new journey as parents. Once the baby is born, however, their joy fades quickly as his appearance and behaviour raise suspicions in Saga that something is terribly wrong. “It was very important that it feels …