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Janhvi Kapoor recalls feeling Sridevi’s passing was god’s way of balancing out her luxurious upbringing: ‘That’s messed up’ | Bollywood News

Janhvi Kapoor recalls feeling Sridevi’s passing was god’s way of balancing out her luxurious upbringing: ‘That’s messed up’ | Bollywood News

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5 min readMumbaiUpdated: Apr 8, 2026 06:01 PM IST For a long time, Janhvi Kapoor has been at the receiving end of trolling for being a star kid, criticised for being born with a silver spoon and for having opportunities served to her on a platter. Recently, however, she opened up about how self-aware she has become of her privilege, and how acknowledging it has made her more grounded and thankful. ‘I have to earn my right to see Lord Balaji’ In a conversation with Raj Shamani, she spoke about this aspect of her life and shared her experiences visiting the famed Tirupati Balaji temple. She reflected on how, despite having access to VIP darshan, the experience makes her acutely aware of the people who wait for hours, sometimes days, for the darshan. “The fact that Tirupati, a place that I love going to, has a VIP darshan, which is what I usually go for because it’s more convenient. And it’s probably the only way in which I can go, even in terms of safety. …

‘We’ve never even tried alcohol’: Aparshakti Khurana on his, Ayushmann Khurrana’s upbringing; recalls being hit with duster for missing homework | Bollywood News

‘We’ve never even tried alcohol’: Aparshakti Khurana on his, Ayushmann Khurrana’s upbringing; recalls being hit with duster for missing homework | Bollywood News

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Actor Aparshakti Khurana, who made his film debut with Aamir Khan’s Dangal, has completed a decade in the industry. The younger brother of actor Ayushmann Khurrana, Aparshakti began his career as a radio jockey before stepping into acting. He is also a singer, known for popular singles like Kudiye Ni. The actor, recently seen in Pankaj Kapur and Dimple Kapadia’s Jab Khuli Kitaab, opened up about his childhood and how a pressure-free upbringing played a key role in shaping both him and his brother. In a conversation with Humans of Bombay, the actor shared that neither he nor his brother ever felt pressured to succeed. “The only reason my brother and I have been able to achieve anything in life is because there was no pressure attached to anything. There were some restrictions, which were valid, like sleeping at a certain time and waking up at a certain time, and my father was very, very particular about it. I used to ask my mother why Papa scolds so much, what’s the big deal if I …

Shruti Haasan on her ‘abnormal upbringing’, says atheist dad Kamal Haasan hates her talking about religion: ‘We didn’t have God at home’ | Tamil News

Shruti Haasan on her ‘abnormal upbringing’, says atheist dad Kamal Haasan hates her talking about religion: ‘We didn’t have God at home’ | Tamil News

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5 min readNew DelhiFeb 6, 2026 08:00 PM IST Despite being the daughter of one of the biggest Tamil superstars, this actress made a mark for herself in the film industry and went on to become a seasoned Pan-India star. Describing hers as an ‘abnormal’ childhood, she never minces her words while opening up about growing in an ‘atheist’ home. Having brought up in a Tamilian Brahmin and Rajput household, she has a mix of cultures running through her blood. Actor Shruti Haasan, the daughter of veteran icon Kamal Haasan, is a firm believer of wicca and paganism. Today, she has built a name for herself in the entertainment industry, with several popular Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi films in her kitty, including, Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire (2023), Gabbar Singh (2012), Race Gurram (2014), Srimanthudu (2015), and the Tamil film 3 (2012). ‘Tamil is weak’ Shruti Haasan grew up in Tamil Nadu with her family – father Kamal Haasan, mother Sarika Thakur, and younger sister, Akshara Haasan. During a podcast with Ranveer Allahbadia last year, …

Amaal Mallik says he had a ‘street upbringing’, ‘wasn’t born with a silver spoon’: ‘Always protected Armaan from life’s harsh realities’ | Bollywood News

Amaal Mallik says he had a ‘street upbringing’, ‘wasn’t born with a silver spoon’: ‘Always protected Armaan from life’s harsh realities’ | Bollywood News

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Amaal Mallik found himself at the centre of intense public scrutiny earlier this year after he spoke openly about cutting ties with his family, accusing them of robbing him of his peace and draining him emotionally and financially. The composer went on to give a series of interviews addressing the fallout, before eventually reconciling with his family. The sustained buzz around his personal life ultimately paved the way for his entry into the controversial reality show Bigg Boss. Although Amaal made it to the top 5, he became the first contestant to be evicted from that bracket. During his time inside the house, he was frequently criticised for sleeping a lot, something he later attributed to the health issues he was battling. Now that the season has concluded, Amaal has once again reflected on his childhood and family dynamics, crediting his upbringing for giving him the resilience needed to survive the pressures of the Bigg Boss house. Speaking to Pinkvilla, Amaal said, “I have had a very street upbringing. People assume I was born with …

Upbringing guided my response: Former CJI BR Gavai opens up about shoe throwing incident

Upbringing guided my response: Former CJI BR Gavai opens up about shoe throwing incident

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Updated on: Nov 27, 2025 12:00 pm IST Earlier in October, Advocate Rakesh Kishore attempted to hurl a shoe at the CJI BR Gavai, after which he decided not to pursue any action against the lawyer. Former Chief Justice of India BR Gavai recently opened up about his experiences after the shoe-throwing attempt at him, made last month. He said that his decision not to pursue action against the lawyer stemmed from his upbringing and personal values. Responding to the criticism of the working of the Supreme Court collegium, Gavai strongly defended its functioning.(PTI File) In an interview with ANI, former CJI BR Gavai said, “Maybe it is a result of my upbringing… I didn’t even know it was related to some alleged utterances or observations made by me in court.” Gavai also added that he felt he should proceed with the matter and that it was a decision “taken in the spur of the moment,” he said. Earlier, on October 6, Advocate Rakesh Kishore attempted to hurl a shoe at the CJI, who was …

Upbringing Guided My Response: Former CJI BR Gavai On Shoe-Throwing Incident

Upbringing Guided My Response: Former CJI BR Gavai On Shoe-Throwing Incident

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Amaal Mallik’s father Daboo Mallik says he is being targeted for his upbringing: ‘At this age, I cannot hear abuses’

Amaal Mallik’s father Daboo Mallik says he is being targeted for his upbringing: ‘At this age, I cannot hear abuses’

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Published on: Nov 04, 2025 06:06 am IST Daboo Mallik said that he is ‘shocked’ at the way things have turned once Amaal Mallik went inside the Bigg Boss 19 house. Music composer and singer Amaal Mallik, who is currently locked inside Bigg Boss 19, is making headlines for his behaviour on set. His father, Daboo Mallik, had gone to share his opinions during a Weekend ka Var episode, which left both father and son in tears. Now, in an interaction with Screen, Daboo has said that he is facing negative comments about his upbringing, and he cannot bear to hear the abusive language directed at him. Daboo Mallik talked about son Amaal Mallik and the impact of the Bigg Boss 19 show. What Daboo said During the chat, Daboo said, “What is hurting most is the tirade of negativity that happens. I never thought of ourselves as stars. We are normal musicians. But suddenly, the explosion that has happened shows that the power of Bigg Boss is too big, so many things have happened. …

Madhuri Dixit’s son talks about privileged upbringing, his dad asks him not to be embarrassed about it | Bollywood

Madhuri Dixit’s son talks about privileged upbringing, his dad asks him not to be embarrassed about it | Bollywood

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Actor Madhuri Dixit recently joined her husband, Dr Sriram Nene along with her kids, on his podcast to discuss parenthood. During the chat, Madhuri’s son Ryan candidly acknowledged the privileges that come with being born into a celebrity family, describing it as an “understatement”. Also read: Madhuri Dixit doesn’t ask her kids to watch her films, but Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 won them over: ‘I find it odd’ Madhuri got married to Shriram, a doctor, in 1999. They share two sons together. Madhuri Dixit’s son talks about privilege Madhuri joined her husband, Dr Sriram Nene, on his podcast to discuss parenthood, the immigrant experience and more. The couple’s two sons, Arin and Ryan, were also a part of the discussion, as were Sriram’s parents. They opened up about living on three continents and how they had to adapt to the challenges that life threw at them. During the conversation, Sriram shared that both of his sons have had ‘some luxuries’ compared to his and his parents’ generations. To which Ryan replied that ‘some’ is an ‘understatement’. …

‘Game not over until Ashutosh Sharma is batting’: Kevin Pietersen’s faith in Delhi’s new finisher comes from courage forged by a fighter’s upbringing | Ipl News

‘Game not over until Ashutosh Sharma is batting’: Kevin Pietersen’s faith in Delhi’s new finisher comes from courage forged by a fighter’s upbringing | Ipl News

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Delhi Capitals’ last man Mohit Sharma had a simple question for Ashutosh Sharma when the two met at the start of the final over with their team needing 6 runs: “I give you one ball, can you hit it for a six?”. Ashutosh, 26, would give a firm nod and deliver a confident ‘Yes’. After blocking one ball, Mohit would tap and run a single. Ashutosh now had 4 balls, but he needed one. He smashed the ball over Lucknow SuperGiants off-spinner Shahbaz Ahmed’s head and over the boundary rope. DC had won the match they had almost lost. Also, they finally had a lower-order batsman with the confidence and swagger of a finisher. It was something they had lacked and it was to fill this void that they had paid Rs 3.8 Crore to get Ashutosh. There was another new signing in the dugout, who too had a role to play in DC snatching victory from the jaws of defeat. Ashutosh acknowledged the impact that Kevin Pietersen, former England and DC captain, now mentor …

EXCLUSIVE: Priyanka Chopra’s mom Madhu calls it ‘privilege’ to be Malti Marie’s granny; praises actress and Nick Jonas for giving her ‘wonderful’ upbringing

EXCLUSIVE: Priyanka Chopra’s mom Madhu calls it ‘privilege’ to be Malti Marie’s granny; praises actress and Nick Jonas for giving her ‘wonderful’ upbringing

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Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas welcomed their daughter Malti Marie in 2022. The little one’s family members often share heartwarming moments with her on social media. In an exclusive conversation with Pinkvilla, Madhu Chopra called it a ‘privilege’ to be Malti’s grandmother. She also praised Priyanka and Nick for giving her a ‘wonderful’ upbringing. In a recent podcast with Pinkvilla, Madhu Chopra was asked if she compensated for the time that she missed with her daughter Priyanka Chopra by spending time with her granddaughter Malti Marie. In response, she said, “Compensate toh kar hi nahi sakti hun. Malti ke saath mujhe bond karne deti hai, rehne deti hai, yeh sab I consider it a privilege and an honor (I cannot compensate for that. She lets me bond with Malti, lets me stay with her, all this I consider a privilege and an honor).” She continued, “To be a nani (grandmother) and be in the grandchild’s life, it’s a big honor, a major privilege. Nahi toh aaj kal ke bachche appointment leke maa baap ko milne jaate hain. …