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Salman Khan threat case: Mumbai Police say accused allegedly cooked up fake gang threat to extort money

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Mumbai, Aug 25: Mumbai Police have claimed to have busted an alleged extortion plot targeting Salman Khan, with the accused allegedly creating fake WhatsApp chats and identities to make it appear that an organised crime gang was threatening the Bollywood superstar.

The police said the investigation found discrepancies in the WhatsApp chats and CCTV footage failed to support the accused’s claims, leading to his alleged confession that he had fabricated the entire story to extort money.

During questioning, the accused allegedly admitted to creating a fake identity and fabricated WhatsApp chats using electronic means with the intention of scaring Salman and extorting money from him.

Police said the accused had hidden two mobile phones near the Bandra seafront.

The devices were later recovered and seized based on information provided by him. Screenshots of the alleged fake WhatsApp chats were also seized in the presence of witnesses.

The investigation further revealed that the accused allegedly received around Rs 1.30 lakh from Siwan in Bihar through PhonePe and later collected the money in cash through a money transfer agent in Bandra.

The accused has been booked under Sections 336(3), 351(3), 353(2), 271, 340 and 248 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with Sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the Information Technology Act.

Mumbai Police said the investigation is underway to determine whether the accused allegedly acted alone or whether any other person or gang was involved in the purported fake threat and extortion conspiracy.

In other news, Salman is gearing up for “Bigg Boss 20.”

Speaking about the new season, Salman Khan said in a statement, “Every season of Bigg Boss brings a fresh game, new dynamics and unexpected twists. But this season, there’s a mystery at the heart of it that makes it unlike anything we’ve seen before. The first hint is already out there, you just have to look at it twice. The teaser is just the beginning, and I can’t wait for audiences to start piecing the clues together when Bigg Boss Hindi Season 20 begins.”

According to reports, the makers are planning a complete makeover of the Bigg Boss house design this season. Omung Kumar and his wife Vanita Garud Kumar, who have previously designed the set, will reportedly not be creating the house this year.

According to reports, several celebrities are being considered as potential contestants for Bigg Boss 20. The rumoured list includes Mahhi Vij, Geeta Basra, Jannat Zubair, Faisal Shaikh (Mr Faisu), Sunil Pal, Nia Sharma, Pearl V Puri, and Showik Chakraborty.

The reality show will premiere on Colors TV and JioHotstar on September 6, 2026.

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Shanaya Kapoor on having a working birthday: A nice way to begin another year

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Actress Shanaya Kapoor will be having a working birthday this year. She will be spending her special day promoting her upcoming series ‘Student of the Year: After Dark’, along with juggling her other work commitments.

Talking about working on her birthday, Shanaya said that although she would love to spend some time with her family, she feels working is a nice way of entering a new year.

Speaking about this, Shanaya shared, “I think there is something really special about being busy doing what you love, especially on your birthday. Of course, I would love to spend some time with my family and friends, but I am genuinely excited about everything happening professionally right now. It feels like a nice way to begin another year.”

Actress Kareena Kapoor cheered Shanaya for her upcoming show, ‘Student of the Year: After Dark’, as she penned a lovely wish for her on her birthday.

Bebo wrote on her Insta Stories, “Happy birthday to the lovely Shanaya. Good luck for your new show… Looks too good. (sic)”.

Sonam Kapoor added, “Happy happy birthday, darling… wishing you the best year ahead! So excited for all that’s coming your way, especially Student of the Year: After Dark! Love ya!”

Talking about ‘Student of the Year: After Dark’, the show has been directed by Reema Maya and produced by Karan Johar.

Marking her OTT debut, the project will show Shanaya in a double role. It is set to premiere exclusively on JioHotstar on 13th November.

Over and above this, Shanaya’s promising lineup also includes ‘Zombie Reddy 2 – NXT LVL’, which marks her Pan India debut. Directed by Suparn S. Varma and created by Prasanth Varma, the drama will also feature Teja Sajja and Upendra in pivotal roles, along with others.

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Kajol sends the biggest hug to ‘Rockstar’ Shah Rukh Khan on his birthday

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Kajol called Shah Rukh Khan ‘an absolute rockstar’ as she wished him on his 61st birthday on Monday.

Kajol took to the Stories section of her official Insta handle and dropped a picture where SRK is trying to give a peck on the cheek to Kajol, while she flaunts her dazzling smile.

“Happy Birthday @iamsrk! Stay the absolute rockstar that you are. Sending you the biggest hug today! (sic),” she wished her ‘K3G’ co-star.

Many big names from the industry wished SRK with sweet posts on social media.

Ajay Devgn uploaded an old picture on his handle where he and SRK were seen posing in black leather jackets and blue denims.

“Picture purani hai aur dosti bhi… Happy Birthday, Shah Rukh! (Red heart emoji)”, Ajay’s wish for Shah Rukh read.

One of the most beloved pairs in B-town, Kajol and Shah Rukh have delivered several blockbusters over the years, including “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” (1995), “Karan Arjun” (1995), “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai” (1998) “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham” (2001), “My Name Is Khan” (2010), and “Dilwale” (2015).

Their iconic drama ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ completed 3 decades since its release in December last year.

Commemorating the special occasion, Kajol and SRK unveiled the bronze statue of their characters from the movie, Raj and Simran, at London’s Leicester Square.

Speaking during the occasion, King Khan had shared that he had no idea that “DDLJ” would become this phenomenon.

“I’m very fortunate to have been part of cinema like this and very grateful. I think none of us, to be honest, had any idea DDLJ would become this in people’s hearts. I am sure Adi (Aditya Chopra) and all felt it would be a good film and everybody would like it, but I don’t think anyone would have ever imagined what it became and what it stands for,” King Khan said.

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Ajay Devgn & Anil Kapoor birthday wish for SRK: Picture purani hai aur dosti bhi…

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The king of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan is celebrating his 61st birthday on Monday, and marking the special occasion, actor Ajay Devgn treated the netizens with an old picture of the two.

The still showed both Ajay and SRK posing in black leather jackets and blue denims.

“Picture purani hai aur dosti bhi… Happy Birthday, Shah Rukh! (Red heart emoji) (sic)”, Ajay wished Shah Rukh.

Apart from Ajay, veteran actor Anil Kapoor also dropped a string of throwback memories with SRK on his birthday.

The ‘Animal’ actor mentioned on his official handle, “Happy Birthday, Shahrukh! (Red heart emoji) Years of laughter, countless memories and you haven’t lost an ounce of that charm or madness and clearly neither of us is counting the years. Here’s to many more. Jaldi milte hai, Lots of love always! (Hug emoji) @iamsrk (sic).”

Talking about the professional association of Anil and Shah Rukh, their most noteworthy collaboration is the 1995 release ‘Trimurti’, featuring Anil, Shah Rukh, and Jackie Shroff as the core cast.

Meanwhile, marking his 61st birthday, Shah Rukh unveiled the primary track from his highly awaited actioner, ‘King’. The track titled ‘Tu Mil Jaaye’ has been picturized on SRK and Deepika Padukone, where the two showcase their electrifying chemistry yet again.

Sung by Arijit Singh, the romantic number also includes Ed Sheeran’s distinct rap style. Ed Sheeran has also written the English rap. Composed by Sachin-Jigar, the lyrics for the track have been written by Kumaar.

Piyush-Shazia have directed the graceful moves for ‘Tu Mil Jaaye’.

Made under the direction of Siddharth Anand, the project has been jointly produced by Red Chillies Entertainment in collaboration with Marflix Pictures.

Led by Shah Rukh, the stellar cast of the drama also includes Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Abhay Verma, and Arshad Warsi in pivotal roles, along with others.

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