Monday, January 27
The Mumbai police will likely recreate the crime scene at the Bandra home of Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, who was repeatedly stabbed by an intruder, an official said on Sunday. The accused in the high-profile case, a 30-year-old Bangladeshi man, was arrested in the morning from adjoining Thane city.
Kartik Aaryan, who has become one of Bollywood’s most sought-after stars over the past decade, recently revealed that his journey wasn’t without challenges, including losing opportunities to industry insiders. Acknowledging the privilege insiders have, he added, “It’s not their fault. I have made my peace with it. If I had been born in that family, the same would have happened to me too.”
Veteran filmmaker Rajiv Rai has expressed shock over the recent stabbing incident involving Saif Ali Khan. In an exclusive interaction with ETimes, Rai refrained from pointing fingers and emphasized the need for patience and investigation. “Let’s not blame the government or the police. I do not enjoy that one bit. I think we’re a progressive country, and blaming people is not my cup of tea,” he said.
As Marathi cinema steps into 2025, the industry stands at a pivotal juncture, eager to reassess and redefine its strategies for box office success. The past year witnessed a notable 15 percent decline in collections. This decline has raised significant concerns among filmmakers, producers, and stakeholders, prompting the need for a thorough evaluation of the factors at play.
Coldplay's frontman Chris Martin left an indelible mark on Indian fans during the band's Music of the Spheres World Tour in Mumbai. At the first of three back-to-back concerts at DY Patil Stadium, Martin surprised the crowd by speaking fluent Hindi. The audience roared with approval as Martin read a fan's sign aloud, shouting “Jai Shri Ram,” sparking even more excitement.
The investigation into Saif Ali Khan's horrific stabbing incident is taking new turns every day. Recently, the Bandra Police has recovered the second piece of knife used to attack the actor.
Mohammad Shariful Islam Shehzad was arrested after a 70-hour manhunt for stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan. Saif was seriously injured and underwent emergency surgery. His recovery will delay his shooting schedules. Saif's medical expenses have reached nearly ₹36 lakh, with ₹25 lakh covered by insurance. The police custody of the accused lasts five days for further investigation.
Kartik Aaryan enjoyed great success in 2024 with an emotional portrayal in Chandu Champion and a box office hit, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. The film became notable for revealing Kartik's character as the real 'ghost', a transgender prince, which he depicted with depth. Though several dance sequences were cut from the final release, Kartik's performance remained the highlight.
Saif Ali Khan is recovering after a stabbing incident, with family support. His sons Jeh and Taimur visited him in the hospital. His attacker, Shariful Islam, has been caught after a manhunt. Saif faces a long recovery before returning to work. His medical bill totals nearly Rs 36 lakh, with Rs 25 lakh covered by insurance.
A 70-hour manhunt by Mumbai Police culminated in the arrest of Shariful Islam, accused of stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan. The investigation faced challenges due to multiple detentions of innocent individuals. Islam, suspected to be a Bangladeshi national, was tracked down using CCTV footage. Authorities are now focused on further details about the attack.
