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Veteran actor Anil Kapoor declines cameo role in ‘Dhurandhar 2’

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MUMBAI: Veteran Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor has revealed that he declined a cameo role in the sequel of the upcoming film Dhurandhar 2, calling it a missed opportunity on his part.

The 69-year-old actor said he was approached by filmmaker Aditya Dhar for a brief appearance in the film, which is reportedly based on the gang wars of Lyari in Karachi.

Speaking to Indian media, Kapoor said he liked the offer but had to turn it down due to scheduling conflicts.

“Aditya Dhar came to me for Dhurandhar 2 and wanted me to do a small cameo in the film. I liked the proposal, but I couldn’t do it because I had already committed my dates to another filmmaker,” he said.

Kapoor emphasized that professional integrity and honoring commitments have been key to his career. “What I am today is because of my professional honesty and keeping my promises. Talent alone does not make you successful,” he added.

He also described the decision as his own loss but expressed hope that he and Dhar would collaborate in the future.

Following his remarks, speculation has surfaced on social media regarding the role he might have played in the sequel.

Some fans believe he was offered the mysterious character of “Bade Sahib,” while rumors suggest that Emraan Hashmi could be cast in the role instead. However, the filmmakers have not made any official announcement yet.

Veteran Actor Naseeruddin Shah denounces last-minute removal from event

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Mumbai: Renowned Indian actor Naseeruddin Shah has claimed that he was unnecessarily removed at the last moment from an event organized by the Urdu Department of Mumbai University, without any explanation or apology.

Writing in the newspaper, Shah described the incident as highly humiliating and disappointing, adding that he had been enthusiastic about interacting with the students.

He stated that the university informed the audience that he had declined to participate, whereas in reality, he was removed without reason. Shah challenged anyone who believed he spoke against the country to provide a single example.

Naseeruddin Shah gained critical acclaim in the 1980s for his roles in art-house Hindi films, including Mandi, Nishant, Aakrosh, Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, Masoom, and Sparsh.

Looking ahead, Shah will appear in the film Assi alongside Taapsee Pannu, Riwothi, and Manoj Pahwa, set to release on February 20, 2026, and is also slated to feature in Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming film scheduled for release in June 2026.

Veteran Actor Govinda hospitalized after falling unconscious

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MUMBAI: Bollywood superstar Govinda was rushed to a hospital in Mumbai after he reportedly lost consciousness at his residence, according to Indian media reports.

The 61-year-old actor’s health suddenly deteriorated on Tuesday night, following which he was admitted to a critical care hospital in Juhu.

Govinda’s longtime friend and legal advisor, Lalit Bandel, told the media that the actor was found unconscious at home and was immediately taken to the hospital, where several medical tests were conducted. The results of those tests are still awaited.

According to Bandel, Govinda is currently under medical supervision and his condition is said to be improving.

Earlier, Govinda was seen visiting veteran actor Dharmendra at Breach Candy Hospital, a video of which had gone viral on social media.

Mehmood Akhtar claims western funding influencing drama themes

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KARACHI: Pakistani veteran actor Mehmood Akhtar has alleged that Western funding is being directed toward the production of local dramas based on specific themes.

In an interview, Akhtar said that the entertainment industry has undergone a drastic shift over the years. He noted that while almost everything has changed, one thing that stood out in the past was the strong quality of scriptwriting.

He said that the popularity of digest-based stories later brought a decline in content quality, claiming that it “ruined the essence of storytelling.”

Akhtar further alleged that a major issue facing the industry today is what he termed a “big scandal,” claiming that substantial amounts of money are flowing in from the West to promote certain themes in dramas.

According to him, such funding is contributing to “distortion within society,” negatively influencing younger generations. He added that these funds push specific agendas, yet “no one seems bothered,” warning that if this continues, the societal impact could be severe.