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K Bhagyaraj death: Dhanush breaks down; Nayanthara, Vignesh Shivan and Sivakarthikeyan pay emotional last respects

K Bhagyaraj death: Dhanush breaks down; Nayanthara, Vignesh Shivan and Sivakarthikeyan pay emotional last respects

The Tamil film industry came together in grief as family, friends, colleagues, and thousands of fans gathered in Chennai to pay their final respects to veteran filmmaker, actor, and writer K Bhagyaraj. His mortal remains were kept at his residence near Valluvar Kottam for public homage, where an emotional atmosphere unfolded through the day. Some of South cinema’s biggest stars arrived to honour the man whose storytelling left an unforgettable mark on generations of movie lovers. K Bhagyaraj death: Dhanush, Nayanthara bid emotional farewell. (X/Twitter) Dhanush breaks down Among the first to arrive was Dhanush, who appeared deeply shaken by the loss. The actor stood quietly beside K Bhagyaraj’s mortal remains for several moments, visibly emotional. He later embraced Shanthanu Bhagyaraj, the late filmmaker’s son and a close friend, offering words of comfort during the difficult moment. In a video shared on X by Taki.com, Dhanush was visibly in tears as he left the residence of the late Tamil filmmaker. Not long after, Sivakarthikeyan reached the residence to pay his respects. The actor placed a …

Tamil director Bharathiraja dies at 84; Tamil Nadu CM Vijay visits director’s home to pay last respects

Tamil director Bharathiraja dies at 84; Tamil Nadu CM Vijay visits director’s home to pay last respects

Veteran Tamil director Bharathiraja, who is credited with redefining storytelling in Tamil cinema, passed away in Chennai following a prolonged illness. He was 84. The news of his death has left the film fraternity grieving, with actors, filmmakers, and fans taking to social media to pay tribute to the director. Bharathiraja had been battling a series of health issues in recent months due to respiratory complications and age-related ailments. Bharatiraja no more The actor-director, known as a trendsetter for his choice of stories and their treatment, died at his residence in Chennai. He was 84. The acclaimed filmmaker had been battling a series of health issues in recent months due to respiratory complications and age-related ailments. Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay paid his last respects to the late filmmaker at his residence in Chennai. Several videos of the actor-politician’s convoy arriving at and leaving the director’s home have since surfaced on social media. As news of his death surfaced on social media, condolence messages began pouring in from fans, friends, and well-wishers. Actor-politician …

Salman Khan gets emotional while paying last respects at close friend`s funeral

Salman Khan gets emotional while paying last respects at close friend`s funeral

Actor Salman Khan was recently seen attending the funeral of his close family friend, where the actor was seen getting visibly emotional, fighting back tears. The superstar made sure to stand by the bereaved family during their difficult time while paying his final respects in Mumbai on Tuesday, June 9. Several videos and pictures from the last rites at the crematorium have surfaced on social media.  Salman Khan gets emotional at a friend`s funeral In the videos surfacing online, the actor appeared visibly affected by the loss and was seen getting emotional. In one of the videos doing the rounds online, Salman is seen struggling to hold back his tears as he pays tribute to a family friend. The actor was also seen crying at the crematorium.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Mid-Day Entertainment (@midday_entertainment) After paying his respects, Salman Khan also spent some time interacting with those present at the funeral, including the bereaved …

Teary-eyed Salman Khan pays final respects to close friend Kumud Rane, watch | Bollywood News

Teary-eyed Salman Khan pays final respects to close friend Kumud Rane, watch | Bollywood News

2 min readNew DelhiJun 9, 2026 08:08 PM IST Bollywood superstar Salman Khan attended the funeral of his close friend Kumud Rane in Mumbai on Tuesday. Several pictures and videos of Salman, visibly emotional at the crematorium, are doing rounds on social media. Many other members of the Khan family, including, Salma Khan, Helen, Sohail Khan, and Arpita Khan Sharma, were also seen paying their last respects to the family friend. In one of the videos, Salman Khan can be seen struggling to hold back his emotions during the funeral. After stepping out of the premises, the actor was also seen interacting with those in attendance, including Kumud Rane’s grieving family. He spent time speaking with family members, friends, and others who had gathered to pay their final respects. ALSO READ | ‘When I look at Salman Khan’s posts, I feel at least he’s being himself’: Varun Dhawan Besides Salman Khan, his brothers Sohail Khan and Arbaaz Khan, sister Alvira Agnihotri, nephews, Arhaan and Nirvaan, mother Salma and stepmother Helen were also seen arriving to …

Salim Kumar’s son Chandu loses cool at paparazzi, shouts at them to make space for family to pay final respects

Salim Kumar’s son Chandu loses cool at paparazzi, shouts at them to make space for family to pay final respects

National Award-winning Malayalam actor Salim Kumar was cremated with State honours at his residence in North Paravur, Ernakulam district in Keralam, on Sunday in the presence of family members, colleagues, political leaders and admirers. The actor’s eldest son, Chandu, lost his composure during the hour of grief. Chandu Salim Kumar was seen losing his composure at the paparazzi. Chandu loses his cool In videos that have surfaced on social media, Chandu was seen lashing out at the crowding paparazzi, demanding that they step back and give the family space to pay their final respects. Even as family members and friends gathered at the residence to pay their final respects to the actor, the place grew crowded with many paparazzi taking their cameras and covering the place. Several members of the Malayalam film industry, including actors Meera Jasmine, Sandeep Pradeep and more, were present to pay their final tribute to Salim Kumar. More details In a statement, the Kerala government said it had learnt with “profound grief” of the demise of the acclaimed actor, who won …

Vijay, Trisha visit Ajith’s residence to pay their last respects to his mother, watch video | Tamil News

Vijay, Trisha visit Ajith’s residence to pay their last respects to his mother, watch video | Tamil News

4 min readNew DelhiMay 31, 2026 09:52 AM IST Tamil actor Ajith Kumar is mourning the loss of his mother Mohini Mani who passed away recently due to age-related ailments. Following his return to Chennai from Dubai, several friends and colleagues from the film industry visited Ajith at his residence. Among them were Vijay and Trisha Krishnan, who came to pay their last respects to his mother. Several videos of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay and Trisha arriving at Ajith’s residence surfaced on social media late on Saturday. In the videos, Vijay was seen warmly embracing Ajith before entering the house and spending time with the grieving family. Trisha, dressed in a black salwar suit, was also seen paying her respects. Vijay, meanwhile, arrived in a white shirt and carried a large floral garland. ALSO READ | ‘Keep it respectful’: Malavika Mohanan on ‘distasteful’ questions about Vijay and Trisha at event Many other celebrities from the Tamil film industry mourned the demise of Ajith Kumar’s mother Mohini Mani. Actor-politician Khushbu Sundar took to her X …

Vijay pays final respects to producer RB Choudary, consoles heartbroken son Jiiva with a hug

Vijay pays final respects to producer RB Choudary, consoles heartbroken son Jiiva with a hug

Veteran Tamil producer RB Choudary died in a car accident in Udaipur on Tuesday. Several actors from the Tamil film industry reacted in shock and paid their condolences on his demise. TVK Chief Vijay, who scripted a landmark win for his party in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections, arrived to pay his final tribute. RB Choudary was instrumental in shaping Vijay’s career in the Tamil film industry. His funeral is taking place in Chennai today, May 6. (Also read: Veteran Tamil producer RB Choudary dies in car accident, Rajinikanth says he is in ‘great shock and immense sorrow’) Vijay paid his final tribute to producer RB Choudary. Vijay pays his last respects In videos and pictures that were posted on X by Vijay’s fan accounts, the actor and politician was seen placing a huge garland on the producer’s mortal remains, which was placed in a glass casket. He looked visibly shaken and then went on to hug the producer’s youngest son, Jiiva, who broke down in tears. Vijay’s association with the late producer RB Choudary …

Ranveer Singh appears emotional after visiting Asha Bhosle’s home to pay his final respects

Ranveer Singh appears emotional after visiting Asha Bhosle’s home to pay his final respects

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle died at the age of 92 in Mumbai on April 12. A day later, her family allowed loved ones to pay their last respects at her residence. Several celebrities and close friends arrived to pay their final tribute to the singer. Among them was actor Ranveer Singh, who was seen getting emotional after coming out of the premises. (Also read: Asha Bhosle funeral live updates: Fans shower flowers as iconic singer is taken to final resting place) Ranveer Singh paid his final tribute to Asha Bhosle. Ranveer gets emotional In pictures and videos captured by paparazzi accounts on Instagram, Ranveer was seen leaving the singer’s residence and walking towards his car. Ranveer was seen getting emotional as he tried to compose himself, then got into his car without saying a word to the paparazzi. On Sunday, Ranveer posted a picture with the singer on his Instagram Stories and paid his tribute. “Ireplaceable, incomparable,” he wrote in the caption. Asha Bhosle wrapped in tricolour On Monday, when Asha was kept at her …

Tabu consoles Asha Bhosle’s grieving granddaughter; Sachin Tendulkar pays last respects as singer wrapped in tricolour

Tabu consoles Asha Bhosle’s grieving granddaughter; Sachin Tendulkar pays last respects as singer wrapped in tricolour

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle died at the age of 92 in Mumbai on April 12. A day later, her family allowed loved ones to pay their last respects at her residence. Actor Tabu, cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, and his wife Anjali were among those who paid tribute to the icon and consoled Asha’s grieving granddaughter, Zanai Bhosle. (Follow more live updates on Asha Bhosle here) Tabu and Sachin Tendulkar with Asha Bhosle’s granddaughter Zanai Bhosle. (REUTERS/Francis Mascarenhas/HT Photo/Anshuman Poyrekar) Tabu, Sachin Tendulkar pay last respects to Asha Bhosle Pictures and videos from Asha’s residence show Tabu consoling a grieving Zanai. The actor was seen hugging her and calming her down after paying their last respects to Asha. Sachin and Anjali were also spotted interacting with Zanai and the rest of the family after paying their tributes to the singer. Music composer AR Rahman and actor Asha Parekh were also among the friends and colleagues who visited Asha’s home on Monday. Asha Bhosle wrapped in tricolour On Monday, when Asha was kept at her residence for loved …

Ram Gopal Varma makes his loyalties towards Dhurandhar clear ahead of Dhuroxic clash on March 19: ‘One respects the audience’s intelligence…’ | Bollywood News

Ram Gopal Varma makes his loyalties towards Dhurandhar clear ahead of Dhuroxic clash on March 19: ‘One respects the audience’s intelligence…’ | Bollywood News

3 min readMumbaiUpdated: Feb 22, 2026 01:30 PM IST Ram Gopal Varma has been all praise for Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster spy thriller Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh, ever since it release in cinemas last year on December 5. Now, he’s made his loyalties towards the film known yet again, ahead of the clash of its sequel, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, with Geethu Mohandas’ Kannada action epic Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, starring KGF superstar Yash, a box office battle that RGV has titled ‘Dhuroxic‘. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO The filmmaker on Sunday claimed that ‘Dhuroxic’ isn’t about “North vs South” or “Bollywood vs Sandalwood (the Kannada film industry)”, but between two cultures, “not of regions, but of cinema”. “The principal difference between the two is that #DHURANDHAR respects the audience’s intelligence and #TOXIC presumes their dumbness.” He argued that Yash-starrer Kannada action franchise KGF aimed at “the dumbness in the masses” whereas Dhurandhar aimed at the “intelligence” in them, which led to it becoming a global success, even dethroning KGF: Chapter 2 (2022) worldwide to become …