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Alia Bhatt joins cast of ‘Tumbbad 2,’ set for 2027 release

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Alia Bhatt

MUMBAI: Bollywood star Alia Bhatt has officially joined the cast of the highly anticipated horror sequel “Tumbbad 2,” marking her first full-fledged role in the horror genre.

Actor and producer Sohum Shah confirmed the news on Instagram, writing, “A new journey begins,” while welcoming Bhatt to the project.

According to reports, Bhatt will play a major role central to the film’s storyline rather than making a brief appearance. The actress said she had been captivated by Tumbbad since first watching it and described joining its “unique and mysterious world” as an honor. She also expressed excitement about working alongside Sohum Shah and Nawazuddin Siddiqui.

The sequel is being directed by Adesh Prasad and is reportedly being made on a budget of around 100 crore Indian rupees. A large-scale set is currently under construction in Mumbai for the film’s production.

“Tumbbad 2” is scheduled to be released in theaters on Dec. 3, 2027.

Shaheen Bhatt announces engagement to Ishaan Mehra

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Shaheen Bhatt

Shaheen Bhatt, sister of Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt, has announced her engagement to Ishaan Mehra.

According to Indian media reports, Ishaan Mehra confirmed the engagement on his Instagram account, where the couple shared a series of photographs celebrating the occasion. In the images, Shaheen is seen showcasing her engagement ring alongside her fiancé.

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The caption of the post read, “Maybe we liked each other a little too much.”

Reports suggest that the couple’s relationship became public in 2025, when Shaheen occasionally shared pictures with Ishaan on social media, including birthday posts, travel moments, and casual outings.

Since then, the pair has largely kept their relationship private, appearing together only at select family or informal events. Ishaan Mehra, who works as a fitness coach, has also been seen at various family gatherings of the Bhatt family.

Following the announcement, congratulatory messages poured in from friends and members of the film industry.

Shaheen Bhatt has primarily worked behind the scenes in Hindi cinema. She began her career as a child artist in the 1998 film Tamanna and later moved into writing and assistant direction. She has also contributed as a writer for Son of Sardaar (2012) and worked as an assistant director on Raaz 3 the same year.

Bollywood actresses’ viral party images spark debate on social media

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When Bollywood is mentioned, images of megastars and leading actresses immediately come to mind. However, beyond its glamour and stardom, India’s film industry often makes headlines for controversies linked to celebrity lifestyles.

 In recent days, a new debate has emerged on social media following the circulation of viral images allegedly featuring prominent Bollywood actresses.

According to Indian media reports, images claimed to show Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, and Shraddha Kapoor have been widely shared across various social media platforms. The photos depict the actresses in a party-like setting, with scenes suggesting alcohol consumption and smoking.

In one image, Deepika Padukone appears to be smoking and blowing smoke rings, while Shraddha Kapoor is seen posing with a glass of alcohol in hand. Alia Bhatt, seated alongside them, appears slightly hesitant yet smiling. These visuals quickly drew public attention, prompting mixed reactions from social media users.

The images have triggered an intense wave of commentary online. Some users argue that such gatherings and lifestyles are common among celebrities following fame and success, and therefore should not be viewed as unusual.

Others, however, have questioned the authenticity of the visuals, claiming the images may have been generated using artificial intelligence (AI).

Several users have also suggested that the images are not recent and may be old photographs resurfacing to create controversy.

 As a result, the issue has gone beyond the images themselves, fueling broader discussions about digital manipulation, public perception, and the powerful influence of social media in shaping narratives around celebrities.