Amitabh Bachchan shares health update after announcing social media break: “Yet more rest needed..adjusting..thinking and wondering..”

Amitabh Bachchan has shared another update about his health, stating that he needs more time to rest and recover.The veteran actor had previously announced a break from his usual social media updates after being advised to prioritize his recovery.On Friday, he took to his Tumblr blog to share a brief update, indicating that he continues to follow medical advice.

Earlier, the actor had also addressed his absence from social media through a post on X.

Explaining the reason behind his decision, he apologized to his followers and said that he had been advised to take a few days off.In Hindi, he wrote that he was unable to write anything at the moment because of the instructions to rest and recover.

While extending his wishes to everyone on the occasion of Dussehra, Amitabh reiterated that he had been given strict instructions to focus on his health and limit communication.

He wrote, "First Dussehra greetings to all ..love happiness, fulfilment, prayers.Under very strict rest and recuperation ..so am not allowed to communicate ..do excuse ..my apologies." He further added, "But do take this as my respected response ..more hopefully later."

On the professional front, Amitabh will reprise his role as Ashwatthama in the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD.

Directed by Nag Ashwin, the film also stars Prabhas and Kamal Haasan.Deepika Padukone, who appeared in the first instalment, will not return for the sequel, as confirmed by the makers last year.The film's release date has not yet been announced.Amitabh has also returned as the host of Kaun Banega Crorepati from August onwards.

Daler Mehndi controversy ends as Uttarakhand Minister Subodh Uniyal apologises; Mika Singh’s team reacts

The disagreement between veteran singer Daler Mehndi and Uttarakhand Cabinet Minister Subodh Uniyal seems to have ended after the minister reportedly called Daler to say sorry.This was confirmed by Mika Singh's team, who welcomed the apology and stressed the importance of treating artists with respect and dignity.

Mika Singh's team issued an official statement expressing hope that the situation could now be settled.

The statement said, "We are happy that Subodh Uniyal ji has apologised to Daler Mehndi paaji over a phone call about the unfortunate incident.Respecting artists and their dignity is very important. Daler paaji is a senior artist who has given a lot to the music industry, and all artists deserve to be treated with respect. We hope this matter can now be left behind and everyone can move forward with mutual respect and understanding."

The conflict started at the Siddhpeeth Maa Kunjapuri Tourism and Development Fair in New Tehri, Uttarakhand, where Daler Mehndi was invited to perform.

During the event, Uniyal came on stage and questioned Daler's behavior in front of the audience.The minister claimed that Daler was drunk, not performing well, and was lip-syncing at a religious event during Navratri.

This incident led to a lot of criticism from people in the entertainment industry, with many artists worrying about how senior musicians are treated in public.

The case also sparked a bigger discussion about the respect and dignity performers should be given, no matter what happens during a live show.

As the situation grew more serious, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami tried to calm things down between the two sides.

Before Uniyal directly apologised to Daler, Mika Singh talked about his conversation with the Chief Minister, thanking him for handling the matter with care and respect.

Mika said that Dhami was a humble and approachable leader who treated him warmly and respectfully.

According to the singer, the Chief Minister also expressed regret on behalf of the cabinet minister for the incident.

While appreciating Dhami's efforts, Mika made it clear that he did not hold the Chief Minister responsible for what happened.

He reportedly told Dhami that there was no need for him to apologise, because he hadn't been involved in the incident.However, Mika insisted that the minister who had interrupted the performance should directly talk to Daler Mehndi about it.

Mika also shared that Dhami had invited both of them to perform again in Uttarakhand, showing his willingness to rebuild the relationship with the music community.

Now that Subodh Uniyal has reportedly apologised to Daler Mehndi over the phone, this is a positive step towards resolving the conflict.

The incident, which caught attention from across the entertainment industry, has also shown the need for respectful communication between public officials and artists.

Why is Himesh Reshammiya PAYING producers instead of charging them for his songs? Singer-composer reveals his business model; opens up about negotiations with Sooraj Barjatya for Yeh Prem Mol Liya

 Himesh Reshammiya recently spoke with Komal Nahta about his music label, Himesh Reshammiya Melodies, and how it operates.When asked if he keeps the music rights to himself when signing a film, he said, "Yes.Whatever price I get as a composer, I will give it to you.It's the market price, and I will give it to you."

This model works in a unique way.

For instance, if a music label offers a producer Rs.5 crores for a film's music rights, and Himesh's fee as a composer is Rs.2 crores, he would give up his Rs.2 crore and pay the producer an additional Rs.3 crores to own the music rights for his label.

Himesh is currently composing songs for Sooraj Barjatya's upcoming film, Yeh Prem Mol Liya, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari.

When asked if it was easy to convince the Barjatyas to give the music rights to his label, he said, "When they came to me, they asked me to just compose the music and said that we can talk about who will hold the rights.I replied, 'I will do a great job, and that's my model.' I am paying what the music rights are worth in the market."

Himesh admitted, "I agree that I may lose out on some films due to this model. The makers may feel the price is too high, or I may feel the price is too low. But I am not insecure.I am very happy with what I have."

If he had lost out on a film like Yeh Prem Mol Liya, he said, "That would have been okay.I don't have that desperation."

When asked who was the toughest to convince in the Barjatya family, he explained, "Convincing everyone wasn't easy.

But they are very good people.My main point was, 'First, listen to the music.Come, jam with me.If it doesn't work, that's fine.My songs will stay with me.First, do the work, yaar!' Let's be creatively clear.Then we should be monetarily clear.Then you need to give your best."

Besides Yeh Prem Mol Liya, Himesh has also composed music for upcoming films such as Mahesh Bhatt's "Naam – To Live Is War," the Emraan Hashmi-starrer "Gunmaaster G9," Anil Sharma's "Arjun Naga," and Vikram Bhatt's horror film "1920: Cold Winter." Interestingly, his music label, Himesh Reshammiya Melodies, holds the music rights to all these films, just as it does for Yeh Prem Mol Liya.

Ramayana advance bookings pick up pace; Ranbir Kapoor-Yash starrer crosses 1 lakh tickets in national chains, eyes Rs. 70 crore opening Box Office

 The biggest spectacle of Indian cinema, Ramayana: Part One, has begun its advance bookings in India, and the response has been impressive.With 12 days left until its grand release on November 5, the Ranbir Kapoor and Yash starrer has already sold over 1 lakh tickets in the top national chains – PVR INOX and Cinepolis – as of Sunday, October 25, at 9 AM.The film is doing exceptionally well in IMAX properties, whereas the pre-sales elsewhere are performing reasonably well at the moment.

Of the total 1,07,562 tickets sold, PVR INOX has contributed 96,645 tickets, while Cinepolis has recorded sales of 10,917 tickets.

That said, Ramayana is expected to gain stronger momentum as it approaches its grand release date of November 5.

The target for Ramayana will be to cross the 5 lakh mark in the national chains, though the pre-Diwali factor could keep it from achieving this milestone.For the Nitesh Tiwari directorial, anything north of 3.5 lakh tickets for the opening day will be a good result for a pre-Diwali release.

The pricing is at an all-time high, with IMAX shows crossing the Rs.

2,000 mark at several locations, and interestingly, there are sales in those centres too.This is just the beginning, as Ramayana will be aiming for an onslaught in pre-sales from Wednesday, October 28, when the final eight days leading up to the release begin.

The target for Ramayana should be to top the Rs.

70 crore mark on November 5 and build from there.However, keeping in mind the limitations of the pre-Diwali period, a start of Rs.60 crore will also keep the film firmly in the race for big results over the peak Diwali period starting November 9.

All said and done, the engine has started gathering momentum.

With over 1 lakh tickets already sold and the biggest phase of advance bookings still to come, it's only a matter of time before Ramayana turns up the heat at the box office.

Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone set to shoot grand song for King in Mumbai from October 26: Report

Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone are going to work together again on the sets of King for a big song sequence that will be filmed in Mumbai starting from October 26, as reported by Variety India.

The song will include the film’s cast, and choreographer Vaibhavi Merchant will be in charge of the sequence.The team is currently preparing for the shoot.

The report says that the song will be filmed for a week in Mumbai.

Earlier, there were reports that the team might go to South Africa for the shoot, but now it has been decided to film it in the city.The song is expected to be a key part of the film, with a lot of preparations happening before the shoot.

This project will also be the eighth time Vaibhavi Merchant has worked with Shah Rukh Khan.

She previously worked with him on Jawan.This upcoming schedule will also be Deepika Padukone’s first time back on set after she welcomed her second daughter, Devi Padukone Singh, with her husband Ranveer Singh.

King will be the sixth time Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone have worked together on screen.

They have previously worked in films like Om Shanti Om, Chennai Express, Happy New Year, Pathaan, and Jawan.This new project has increased the excitement around the action movie, which is set to release in cinemas during the Christmas 2026 period.

King is directed and co-written by Siddharth Anand.

The film features an ensemble cast including Shah Rukh Khan, Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Rani Mukerji, Jaideep Ahlawat, Arshad Warsi, and Raghav Juyal.Abhay Verma is also part of the cast.

The film is supported by Gauri Khan, Siddharth Anand, and Mamta Anand under the banners of Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures.

King is set to release in cinemas during the Christmas 2026 period, and it will compete with major Hollywood movies like Jumanji, Avengers: Doomsday, and Dune 3.

With the film’s release approaching, the upcoming song shoot is one of the latest updates about the Shah Rukh Khan-led project.

Karan Johar to host ELITE most influential 2026 at Oxford University on December 14

Karan Johar is set to host the sixth edition of ELITE Most Influential at the historic Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford, on December 14, 2026.Organised by Puraskar Thadani, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of ELITE Magazine, the event will celebrate Indian achievers and personalities from various industries on an international stage.

Known for his work in Hindi cinema, Karan Johar has carved a niche in filmmaking, production and television.

As the host of ELITE Most Influential Season VI, he will lead the ceremony, which aims to highlight individuals who have made significant contributions to the fields of business, entertainment, fashion, media and more.

The event will be held at the Bodleian Libraries, one of the most prestigious institutions of the University of Oxford.

This choice continues the tradition of associating the platform with globally renowned landmarks, providing a fitting backdrop for the recognition of achievements on an international level.

Puraskar Thadani, the founder of the ELITE Most Influential platform, has been instrumental in its expansion across international locations.

Previous editions have been held at landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Tower Bridge in London, the Statue of Liberty in New York, Burj Khalifa in Dubai and the Museum of the Future.With the University of Oxford hosting the sixth season, the platform will once again add a distinguished international venue to its list.

Thadani, who is known professionally as "Mr.

Impossible", has been focused on recognising individuals for their professional achievements and providing them with international recognition.

Over the years, ELITE Most Influential has celebrated or been associated with personalities from various fields.

Its previous honourees and associations include television journalist Rajat Sharma, business leader Indra Nooyi, designer Masaba Gupta, entrepreneur Sabeer Bhatia, industrialist Adi Godrej and actor Vivek Oberoi.The list also includes chefs Vikas Khanna and Ranveer Brar, along with personalities such as Kanika Kapoor, Jacqueline Fernandez, Esha Deol, Lillete Dubey and Safa Siddiqui.

The event's previous editions have also received sponsorship and support from luxury brands, including Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and Jacob & Co.

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The sixth season of ELITE Most Influential is scheduled for December 14, 2026, at the Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford.

While Karan Johar's role as host has been announced, further details about the honourees, attending guests and the programme for the Oxford edition are yet to be revealed.

IMA seeks review of Sunny Deol starrer Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak; raises concerns over portrayal of doctors and hospital violence

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has raised concerns about the promotional material of Sunny Deol’s upcoming crime drama *Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak*, expressing worries over how the film portrays the medical profession.In a formal letter, the association questioned whether the movie’s depiction of alleged corruption and violence against healthcare workers could lead to negative perceptions of doctors and hospital staff.

The IMA outlined four main concerns: the generalization of misconduct across the medical field, the depiction of physical assaults on healthcare workers, the safety of medical personnel, and the potential impact on doctor-patient trust.

In its letter, the IMA cautioned that the film risks creating the impression that corruption and unethical practices are widespread in the medical profession.

It stated, "While individual misconduct must be investigated and punished, the actions of a few must not be used to tarnish the reputation of countless honest and dedicated doctors."

The association also expressed concern over scenes involving physical confrontations in medical facilities, particularly if such actions are presented as justified.

It said, "Scenes depicting physical assaults on doctors, nursing staff, and hospital personnel, particularly when presented as heroic or justified acts, risk normalizing violence against those committed to saving lives."

Highlighting the safety challenges faced by healthcare workers, the IMA added, "Doctors and healthcare personnel already face serious safety challenges in hospitals.

Content that appears to glorify attacks on medical professionals may encourage hostility and further endanger those providing essential healthcare services."

The IMA also flagged the possible impact of such portrayals on public confidence in medical professionals, stating, "Such portrayals may foster unwarranted mistrust and hostility towards doctors, weakening the mutual trust and cooperation essential for effective treatment and healthcare delivery."

While making its objections known, the association clarified that it does not support unethical medical practices and that individual cases of misconduct should be addressed through statutory and disciplinary mechanisms.

It argued that such instances should not lead to broad portrayals that could affect the reputation of the profession or discourage aspiring medical students.

As part of its appeal, the IMA requested an impartial review of the film’s content and asked for appropriate corrective measures to address its concerns.

It also called on the relevant authorities to consider further action, stating, "In view of these concerns, we respectfully request...[an] impartial review of the film's content and its portrayal of the medical profession; seek appropriate corrective measures from the filmmakers to address the generalisation of alleged misconduct and the depiction of violence against healthcare workers; [and] consider a ban or other appropriate action if justified under applicable law."

Directed by M.

Padmakumar in his Hindi directorial debut, *Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak* is an official remake of the 2018 Malayalam crime thriller *Joseph*.The film stars Sunny Deol as a retired police officer who investigates disturbing revelations involving medical malpractice and systemic corruption following a personal tragedy.The supporting cast includes Ravi Kishan, Pragya Jaiswal, Manish Wadhwa and Jisshu Sengupta.

Produced by Kamal Mukut, the film is scheduled to release theatrically on November 20, 2026.

The IMA’s objections have brought attention to the film’s portrayal of healthcare workers ahead of its planned release.