Bollywood
Poonam Pandey slams Swara Bhasker over her ‘Padmaavat’ Jauhar remarks: ‘I found her so educated’
Mumbai, Sep 6: Actress Poonam Pandey has strongly reacted to Swara Bhasker’s remarks about the jauhar sequence depicted in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Padmaavat.
Speaking exclusively to media, Poonam criticized Swara’s comments and said she was surprised that someone she considered educated and intelligent would make such a statement. The ‘Nasha’ actress said she used to be a fan of the actress but disagreed with what she had said about the film. She questioned why Swara had made such comments and argued that the makers had portrayed the historical account rather than creating a fictional story.
“I used to be her fan, a long time ago. Now, whatever she said… She shouldn’t have said that,” Poonam said. She further expressed her disappointment over Swara’s comments, describing them as a “very stupid thing to say.” She added that she had always considered Swara to be “so educated and so smart” and said she was upset to hear her speak about the film in that manner.
Poonam stated, She said, “I used to be her fan a long time ago. Now, whatever she said… What should I say to her? She shouldn’t have said that. The makers only showed history. They didn’t make up a story. Sanjay Leela Bhansali showed a film based on history.”
“I have a lot of anger inside me. No, I don’t want to… Because it’s a very stupid thing to say something like this. I always found her so educated and so smart. And a woman like her coming out and saying something so rubbish. She… I mean… Her tongue is bad, her face looks bad too,” added Poonam.
For the unversed, Swara Bhasker recently drew attention with her comments on the jauhar scene in the film “Padmaavat.” The actress spoke at the “Woman Life Freedom” talk held at the India International Centre in Delhi on August 31, where she criticized the depiction of the sequence in the film.
Speaking at the event, Swara made a strong observation about the jauhar sequence shown towards the end of the film. She said that the portrayal could send the wrong message to rape survivors and questioned whether the scene suggested that women should choose death to preserve their honour.
She was quoted as saying, “I was watching it, and I thought that if God forbid, I was a rape survivor, what is this film telling me? I would feel like a coward that I didn’t commit suicide to save my honour. Is that what you want to tell in a society like ours where I feel like anyway there is a rape epidemic. Is this what we want to tell our survivors that they don’t deserve to live, that if you actually would have be a honourable and brave women, you would have killed yourself. Are we saying that rape is end of a woman’s life? This scene was so problematic.”
Bollywood
Suniel Shetty raises concern over Tiger Shroff firing incident: ‘Jackie Dada is my childhood friend’

Actor Suniel Shetty has expressed concern over the firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff, saying that such an incident could happen to anyone.
Reacting to the incident, Suniel told the media, “Tiger or Jackie Dada, I think the whole world loves them. And if something like this can happen to them, then it can happen to anyone. It shouldn’t happen. Suniel also spoke about Tiger’s disciplined lifestyle, pointing out that the actor remained focused on sports and exercise. “Tiger only focuses on sports, only exercise, and is dedicated to that. Don’t know why it happened. It shouldn’t happen, and it is very important for us to stay safe,” he added.
Sharing his personal connection with Jackie, Suniel described the veteran actor as his childhood friend and expressed hope that everything would be fine. “I will only say that for me, you know, Jackie Dada is my childhood friend, and I just wish that everything is fine,” he said.
Suniel Shetty, who shares a longstanding friendship with Jackie Shroff and a warm bond with Tiger Shroff, voiced his concern over the firing incident involving the actor.
The day after the incident, Jackie attended the naming ceremony of Sangeetkar Bappi Lahiri Marg in Mumbai, where Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was also present. Suniel attended the event as well and spoke to the media as he left.
Several members of the film industry, including Amaal Mallik, Mika Singh, Vidyut Jammwal, Shatrughan Sinha, and Ravi Kishan, have also spoken out following the incident. Some called for enhanced security for the actor.
On October 18, a few hours after the firing, actor Disha Patani and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde arrived at Tiger’s Mumbai residence to inquire about his well-being.
The firing incident took place outside a football club near Pushpa Narsee Park in Mumbai’s Juhu area. Tiger Shroff escaped without injuries, while his driver and an autorickshaw driver were reportedly injured.
Bollywood
Kareena Kapoor, Hema Malini and Anil Kapoor celebrate triumph of good over evil on Dussehra

Bollywood actors Kareena Kapoor Khan, Hema Malini, and Anil Kapoor, among others, celebrated Dussehra, marking the triumph of good over evil.
Taking to her Instagram stories, Bebo shared a photo and wrote, “A reminder that good will always triumph over evil Happy Dussehra.” Hema Malini also took to her X handle to wish fans and wrote, “Happy Dussehra to all! Let us celebrate the triumph of good over evil as we did the victory of Lord Ram over Ravan or the triumph of Ma Durga over the evil Mahishasura. Let us bid goodbye to our ego and all negative thoughts from our lives and concentrate on leaving this world a better place for future generation.”
Anil Kapoor marked the occasion by sharing a picture of Lord Rama and extended Dussehra wishes to his followers with the message, “Happy Dussehra.”
Madhuri Dixit also extended her Dussehra wishes to fans, joining several other celebrities in celebrating the festival.
Actors from the Telugu film industry, including Chiranjeevi, also took to social media to extend their Dussehra wishes to fans. Extending his greetings, Chiranjeevi wrote, “Symbol of victory achieved by good over evil – Victory on Vijayadashami. With the blessings of that Divine Mother, may every home overflow with happiness and joy, and may every good endeavor you undertake be successful – I sincerely wish this from the bottom of my heart. Dussehra greetings to you and all your family members #HappyDussehra.”
Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is celebrated across the country to commemorate the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana and symbolize the triumph of righteousness over evil. The festival also marks the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura in several parts of India.
The occasion holds special significance as people come together to celebrate the victory of good over evil.
Bollywood
Jackie Shroff makes first public appearance post attack on son Tiger Shroff, attends Bappi Lahiri Marg event

Bollywood star Jackie Shroff made his first public appearance following the attack on his son, actor Tiger Shroff.
The actor was seen attending the naming and unveiling ceremony of Bappi Lahiri Marg in Mumbai.
The actor was present at the event held in honour of legendary singer and composer Bappi Lahiri. The road has been named after the late musician, who lived in the locality for 45 years, in recognition of his association with the area and his contribution to Indian music.
Actors Poonam Dhillon, Suniel Shetty, Sharad Kelkar and Gulshan Grover were also among those who attended the ceremony.
Jackie Shroff was seen wearing a white outfit at the event. His appearance came in the wake of the firing incident involving his son, Tiger Shroff, which has shook the industry.
For the uninitiated, the firing incident took place in Mumbai’s Juhu area on October 18, when unidentified assailants on a motorcycle allegedly opened fire at the car carrying Tiger Shroff.
The actor escaped unhurt, while his driver and a passerby sustained injuries. The incident occurred as Tiger was leaving after a football-related outing.
Following the incident, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde visited the actor’s house to check upon his whereabouts.
Earlier strongly condemning the incident, Eknath Shinde, had described it as deeply concerning and assured that those responsible would face strict action.
He said he had spoken to the Mumbai Police Commissioner, who has formed strong teams to track down and apprehend the accused.
“Our current priority is to keep Mumbai and its citizens safe. Whether it is a celebrity or an ordinary citizen, ensuring their safety is the responsibility of both the police and the government. There will be no laxity in this regard, and no gang, whoever they may be, will be spared,” Eknath Shinde said while interacting with the media.
The firing incident is under investigation by Mumbai Police.
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