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Deepika Padukone shuts down chatter about giving Dhurandhar 2 `silent treatment`

Deepika Padukone shuts down chatter about giving Dhurandhar 2 `silent treatment`

For the longest time, Deepika Padukone has chosen a quieter, more composed way of showing up for her husband Ranveer Singh—one that doesn’t always play out on social media timelines, but is deeply visible in moments that truly matter. One, when she did post for Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar success and the other moments, when she donned the “proud wife” smile. Whether it’s being present behind the scenes, supporting his creative journey, or simply holding space during the highs and lows of a demanding industry, her role has been far more layered than what the internet often reduces it to. Deepika Padukone breaks silence on Dhurandhar 2 In the age of performative validation, silence is often misread. A reel on social media asked if “her silence was a delivery statement or is it the internet reading too much into celebrity social media silence?” In her own witty way, Deepika has addressed by commenting on a reel, and it is what makes our day!  While the netizens came in support of her saying, “Have you forgotten she …

Assembly Polls 2026: What is the 48-hour “silent period” imposed by the Election Commission?

Assembly Polls 2026: What is the 48-hour “silent period” imposed by the Election Commission?

Poll paraphernalia displayed for sale at a shop in Palakkad, Kerala. | Photo Credit: K K Mustafah The Election Commission of India has issued an advisory on the beginning of the 48-hour silent period in view of the upcoming Assembly Elections in West Bengal, Assam, Puducherry, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.  In the advisory, the ECI has issued strict guidelines for media platforms to ensure a fair voting environment. Follow | Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE Updates What is the silent period? The silent period is the time (usually 48 hours) before the polling day in which the media and other public information platforms are not allowed to disseminate content that may influence the results of the election or favour any one particular political party.  Under Section 126 (1)(b) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, displaying “election matter” via television or similar apparatus is prohibited during the 48 hours ending with the conclusion of the poll. Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry are going to the ballot on April 9, 2026. Tamil Nadu is going on April …

Mrunal Thakur Remains Silent on Special Song in Ram Charan’s Peddi

Mrunal Thakur Remains Silent on Special Song in Ram Charan’s Peddi

It is rumoured that a potential appearance in a song by Mrunal Thakur in the upcoming Ram Charan starrer, Peddi, is on the cards. During a promotional event for her upcoming film Dacoit this past Saturday, reporters questioned the actress about these persistent whispers. Mrunal Thakur dodges… As rumours about Mrunal Thakur’s appearance in a special song in Peddi gained momentum, the buzz surrounding the Ram Charan-starrer has gotten bigger. When the actress was asked about the same, rather than providing a clear answer, she avoided the topic. “Any questions about Dacoit? I am waiting for you all to ask me about Dacoit,” the Hi Nanna actress said. The Sita Ramam star then steered the conversation back to Dacoit. It is understandable why she didn’t make a definitive statement. If she is indeed part of Peddi, it’s for the makers to make the announcement. If the talks are still underway, she couldn’t have been expected to make a statement. I am Maharashtrian, says Mrunal Soon after telling the press to focus on Dacoit, Mrunal spoke …

Oncologist explains why right-sided colon cancer is a ‘silent danger’, shares 5 warning signs

Oncologist explains why right-sided colon cancer is a ‘silent danger’, shares 5 warning signs

Colon cancer is widely talked about, and how widespread it has become. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 per cent of all cases. Find out how right-sided colon cancer differs from left-sided colon cancer. (Pixabay) The more common type is the left-sided colon cancer. Right-sided colon cancer also occurs, but with subtle, non-specific symptoms, making it harder to identify. HT Lifestyle asked Dr Anil Thakwani, senior consultant and H.O.D. of Radiation Oncology at ShardaCare-Healthcity, why right-sided colon cancer may go unnoticed and what makes it different from other types. Why is right-sided colon cancer alarming? Right-sided colon cancer is described as the ‘silent’ one in contrast to its counterpart, left-sided colon cancer, through noticeable bowel changes. Explaining why right-sided colon cancer’s signs are silent, the oncologist shared, “The right side of the colon is a larger space, thus the tumour will take a longer time before it is obstructed or results in pain. This usually results in late diagnosis. It is …

Cong alleges govt prioritising US-Israeli ties as PM silent on Khamenei killing

Cong alleges govt prioritising US-Israeli ties as PM silent on Khamenei killing

The Congress on Friday attacked the Modi government for its “silence” on the assassination of Iran`s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and said “a compromised prime minister no doubt wants to avoid antagonising his American and Israeli friend”. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said India has rightly condemned Iran`s attacks on Gulf states but is completely quiet on the US-Israeli assault on Iran in the first place. “Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the constitutional head of state in Iran, was assassinated on February 28 2026 by the US and Israel. The PM is silent. The EAM is silent. Parliament is yet to have an obituary reference,” Ramesh said on X. “India has rightly condemned Iran`s attacks on Gulf states but is completely quiet on the US-Israeli assault on Iran in the first place. It should be remembered that Iran is a part of the BRICS+ forum for which India holds the Presidency for this year,” he said. Noting that in May 2024, the President of Iran Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a mysterious helicopter crash, …

Anurag Kashyap breaks silence on brother Abhinav Kashyap’s controversy with Salman Khan, says he was asked to stay silent | Bollywood News

Anurag Kashyap breaks silence on brother Abhinav Kashyap’s controversy with Salman Khan, says he was asked to stay silent | Bollywood News

3 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Mar 12, 2026 04:03 PM IST Abhinav Kashyap, the brother of filmmaker Anurag Kashyap and the director of the original Dabangg, recently made headlines after giving a series of interviews criticising Salman Khan and his family. The remarks eventually led to a defamation case being filed against him by the actor. Now, Anurag Kashyap has finally broken his silence on his brother’s controversial statements. Speaking to Mid-day, Anurag revealed that Abhinav had specifically asked him not to speak publicly about him. He said, “I know exactly what is happening, so I am not going to say anything simply because a long time ago he asked me not to talk about him. And being a brother, I love him… I also understand that a lot of things have been said and the defamation case that he lost is there. But publicly, I would not want to speak about him. One, because he is my brother. Secondly, because he has very clearly asked me not to.” Earlier, in an interview with Bollywood Thikana, …

Timothée Chalamet Stays Silent On Ballet, Opera Backlash While Promoting Marty Supreme In China | Hollywood News

Timothée Chalamet Stays Silent On Ballet, Opera Backlash While Promoting Marty Supreme In China | Hollywood News

Last Updated:March 12, 2026, 01:39 IST Timothée Chalamet faces backlash over ballet and opera comments but remains silent while promoting Marty Supreme in China ahead of the 2026 Oscars. Timothee Chalamet won a Golden Globe for Marty Supreme.(Photo Credit: Instagram) Timothée Chalamet, 30, has yet to respond to a wave of criticism over his recent comments about ballet and opera, even as he continues promoting his film Marty Supreme internationally. During a Feb. 24 town hall with Matthew McConaughey, Chalamet remarked that he didn’t want to work in art forms “where it’s like, ‘Hey, keep this thing alive, even though like no one cares about this anymore.’” He quickly added a disclaimer of respect for artists, joking, “I just lost 14 cents in viewership, I just took shots for no reason.” Since then, numerous performing artists and Hollywood figures have expressed disapproval of the remarks. Grammy-winning opera singer Isabelle Leonard called the comments “shocking” and criticized Chalamet for being “ineloquent and narrow minded” about art. Rapper Doja Cat initially criticized him on TikTok but later …

Mahesh Manjrekar Opens Up About The Reality Of Mumbai, Says Struggle Is ‘Silent’ | Bollywood News

Mahesh Manjrekar Opens Up About The Reality Of Mumbai, Says Struggle Is ‘Silent’ | Bollywood News

Last Updated:March 06, 2026, 14:14 IST Mahesh Manjrekar acknowledged that in a city like Mumbai, talent alone isn’t enough, timing and luck play just as big a role in survival. Mahesh Manjrekar opened up about Animal in which he portrays Dattu. (Photo Credit: X) Mahesh Manjrekar not only captivates audiences with his acting skills on screen but also commands the stage. After the success of his first stage collaboration with theater producer Ashvin Gidwani in Double Deal, the dynamic duo is back with a new Hindi play, Animal, and it’s already generating buzz. In an exclusive interview with Free Press Journal, Mahesh opened up about the play, what makes it so relatable to audiences, and the biggest challenges he faced while bringing it to life. What Is ‘Animal’ About? Animal is a raw, actor-driven play that delves into the quiet erosion of the human spirit in the pursuit of ambition. At the heart of it is Dattu, played by Mahesh Manjrekar, a young man from a small town near Pandharpur, Maharashtra, who comes to Mumbai …

Gandhi Talks OTT Release: When and where to watch Vijay Sethupathi, Arvind Swamy’s silent comedy drama online

Gandhi Talks OTT Release: When and where to watch Vijay Sethupathi, Arvind Swamy’s silent comedy drama online

Gandhi Talks, starring Vijay Sethupathi and Arvind Swamy in the lead roles, was released in theaters on January 30, 2026. Following its box office run, the film is now set to begin streaming on OTT. Here are the details. When and where to watch Gandhi Talks Gandhi Talks is scheduled to premiere on the OTT platform ZEE5 and will begin streaming digitally from March 6, 2026. The official announcement was shared by the platform on its social media handle. Sharing the update, the post read, “A film that speaks without a single word. Gandhi Talks Premieres On March 6th On ZEE5.” Here’s the post: Official trailer and plot of Gandhi Talks Gandhi Talks follows the story of Mohan Boseman, a once-successful businessman whose life unravels after the loss of his family and a series of severe financial setbacks. Struggling with grief and mounting pressure, he reaches a breaking point and contemplates taking a drastic step to escape his circumstances. Parallel to his story is Mahadev, an unemployed young man desperately trying to secure stable work. …

When & Where To Watch Vijay Sethupathi Starrer Silent Social Drama Film Online?

When & Where To Watch Vijay Sethupathi Starrer Silent Social Drama Film Online?

Gandhi Talks OTT release Date Update (Photo Credit: Instagram) After premiering at IFFI and hitting the theaters in January 2026, Vijay Sethupathi starrer silent social drama film Gandhi Talks is gearing up for its world digital premiere. The main quality of the film’s narrative is the fact that it utilises its script without any on-screen dialogue. In the area of making the audience understand the drama unfolding in front of them, Gandhi Talks does a commendable job. The Film currently holds a rating of 6.6/10 on IMDb. Read below to find out more about its upcoming digital premiere. When & Where To Watch Gandhi Talks On OTT? After receiving an amazing response during its theatrical run, the pathbreaking silent film Gandhi Talks is now set for its world digital premiere on ZEE5 from March 6th. The film will be available to stream in Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam, allowing audiences to experience its powerful and universal storytelling. Gandhi Talks: Cast, Plot & Storyline Gandhi Talks features an exceptional ensemble cast including Vijay Sethupathi, Arvind Swamy, Aditi …