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Bollywood celebrities are slowly getting back to work. Jacqueline Fernandez had returned to set on Wednesday to shoot an ad for a haircare brand. But, the shoot came to a halt when two crew members tested positive for COVID-19. Jacqueline took to her Instagram stories to inform her fans that she and the rest of the crew tested negative.
She said, "Hello Everyone, We were beginning to adopt the new normal and getting back to work for a brand shoot and as a precautionary measure, the entire shoot crew was getting tested. I would like to inform you that two people from the shoot crew have unfortunately tested positive for COVID-19. We have delayed the shoot as the safety of the people is of utmost importance. Both the infected members are currently self-isolating and being treated. The rest of the crew and I have tested negative but are taking all the necessary safety measures and following the guidelines strictly. I would like to thank the BMC officials for all their help and guidance."
On the work front, Jacqueline Fernandez will next star in Bhoot Police and Kick 2. The actress has also joined hands with Amanda Cerny for a podcast and is partnering with Action Against Hunger Foundation.
ALSO READ: Jacqueline Fernandez and Yami Gautam join Saif Ali Khan and Arjun Kapoor in Bhoot Police
Actor Sunny Singh and Kartik Aaryan along Nushrat Bharucha starred in a couple of movies including Pyaar Ka Punchnama and Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety. Now, the actor has confirmed that they will be the third installment for the former whilst a sequel for the latter.
Speaking to a daily, he said that Luv Ranjan has something in mind though the timeline is yet to be decided. Speaking of Kartik Aaryan, he said that they have stayed in touch via calls and messages during this lockdown. They stay close by and even their parents take walks together. So they are like family friends. Sunny said that they will have a blast reuniting in these films or some other.
The actor was seen in the song, 'Holi Mein Rangeele' and the audiences couldn't stop but shake a leg on it. Sunny Singh was last seen in a mom-com Jai Mummy Di.
ALSO READ: Sunny Singh resumes shooting after the lockdown
Vipul Shah will be producing 12 short films under his production banner, Sunshine Pictures. The producer-director, who started his career with theatre, wants to give back to his theatre days and so he has launched a vertical for short films and release them digitally. He is open to reading every script that reaches him from aspiring writers and will consider them to produce. The motive is to give back to the theatre community by providing the aspiring and good talent a platform to showcase their talent and not money-making exercise.
The first short film to come from his production banner is written and directed by Shefali Shah. She turns writer & director with this short film, which will be first COVID related content and relevant to today’s time.
The short film is about a covid warrior doctor and how she faces a personal life tragedy while saving the world. It goes on floors from 3rd/4th September. The shooting of the first short film has almost come to an end.
It is known that Vicky Kaushal and Manushi Chillar will be starring in a situational comedy backed by Yash Raj Flms. The film will be reportedly announced on September 27 on the 50th anniversary of YRF. It seems like the project will take off in October.
As per a daily, the Vijay Krishna Acharya directorial will reportedly roll in October. The team is currently prepping for the project. It is a new genre for the lead actors.
“Their film is part of the much-anticipated YRF Project 50 celebrations and Aditya Chopra is looking to announce this film, along with YRF’s entire slate for 2021, on September 27th. Vicky has been spotted at YRF too because he has started his preparations for the film. Adi is very bullish about this project and he is punting on Vicky's big time with this comedy. We hear Manushi too will start preparations for this film soon,” a trade source informed earlier.
On the work front, Manushi Chhillar will make her debut in Akshay Kumar starrer Prithviraj. Meanwhile, Vicky Kaushal will be seen in Sardar Udham Singh and Ashwatthama.
ALSO READ: Vicky Kaushal says he would love to go back on the sets
The Vidyut Jammwal and Shivaleeka Oberoi starrer Khuda Haafiz was one of the seven films acquired by Disney+ Hotstar to release on their platform. The film that was released in August opened to positive reviews. Now, the makers have announced that the film will be having a sequel. The second chapter takes the love story between the lead characters (essayed by Vidyut Jammwal and Shivaleeka Oberoi) in the antecedent forward.
Vidyut Jammwal says, “Getting his (Sameer, lead character essayed by him) wife back is not the perfect ending. To adjust and successfully live in the society after the woman (Nargis, played by Shivaleeka Oberoi) has gone through this turmoil is the real beginning of the love story. That's what we're planning to showcase in the second chapter.”
Producer, Director of Panorama Studios, Abhishek Pathak says, “It is great to be one of the forerunners for canvassing and backing stories for the big screen. The response to Khuda Haafiz was phenomenal and I can only hope viewers will embrace its Chapter II. It will be full of surprises and we're determined to keep the audience on the edge of their seats in theatres this time around. We take pride in creating quality films that entertain viewers and also further the cause of cinema. Our sole endeavour is to seek fresh content and experiment with the tastes of the audience. We are excited to do so with Khuda Haafiz Chapter II.”
Director-Writer, Faruk Kabir says, "I always wanted to take the story forward, but I wanted to wait and see how the audience responds to the film. Khuda Haafiz Chapter II is a more potent and heartfelt love story about how the lead characters come to terms with what has happened to them. It's an Agni-Pariksha now for both of them and for me to match up to my own expectations as a storyteller and that of the audience that has given such an enormously positive response to Khuda Haafiz. I'm glad that Kumarji, Abhishek and Vidyut feel the same way about this journey we are about to undertake. This is not going to be a franchise film. It's the final lethal chapter. Expect bigger action for sure, but also a bigger heart, and on a bigger screen."
Produced by Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak (Panorama Studios) and co-produced by Sanjeev Joshi and Aditya Chowksey, written and directed by Faruk Kabir and starring Vidyut Jammwal and Shivaleeka Oberoi, Khuda Haafiz Chapter II will be on floors in the first quarter of 2021.
Sushant Singh Rajput passed away on June 14. The case is currently being investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB).
Shruti Modi, who was close to both Sushant Singh Rajput and Rhea Chakraborty in her statement to the CBI reportedly said that the couple would often consume marijuana together. According to CNN News 18 sources, Sushant and Rhea would often spend a lot of time on the terrace consuming marijuana. As per the report, Rhea would also smoke joints with Samuel Miranda and Showik Chakraborty.
However, Rhea in her statement to the officials has maintained that she has never consumed drugs. In her recent interviews she said that she is even willing to do a drug test.
In an interview with India Today, while talking about Sushant consuming marijuana Rhea said, “It is unfortunate that after someone’s death we have to exploit someone’s vices in such a manner. Sushant used to smoke marijuana. He was quite regular. He started before the shooting of Kedarnath. I tried to control him in this department. I was trying to cut him down on it. He was a grown man who chose to do it. I tried to stop him and told him to reduce it. He did exactly what he wanted to do.”
ALSO READ: Sushant Singh Rajput death case: NCB registers criminal case against Rhea Chakraborty
Actors Anupam Kher and Satish Kaushik will start shooting for director Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri’s film The Last Show with proper safety precautions amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Since the lockdown, which was enforced in March, this will be the first time Kher and Kaushik will visit a set. The Bombay High Court recently permitted actors above 65 to resume shooting. Earlier, actors beyond this age were barred from partaking in any kind of shoot.
Talking about the safety measures being taken by the team, Anupam Kher says, “ Of course, people feel concerned, especially our families. But once they knew about the safety measures, they felt secure. We have professionals COVID marshals, ensuring all the required precautions are taken. But above all, everyone has to be considerate and caring towards others.” Further added “struggle, pain, suffering, celebration, and success. We compete professionally but bond personally. We’ve never lost love and respect for each other. We’ve never looked at life from a tragic point of view. We always found humour and inspiration in every situation. When Vivek discussed this inspirational story -full of beauty, love, and laughter -we were fascinated by the vision of the human psyche. We realized that during the COVID crisis, the world needs inspiration, positivity, and above all humour. So, in a way Vivek is celebrating our unique friendship for the world to fall in love with friendship, again,”
Veteran Satish Kaushik admits he had certain hesitation about shooting for any project. “Most film shoots haven’t started and there was a sense of pessimism in people, with predictions of a slow death of cinema. Both of us and Vivek are born fighters and eternal optimists. So, we started shooting to inspire others, experiment, and innovate in these times and send a message that cinema lives to entertain, inspire, and fill this world with laughter.”
Director Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri says “I had worked meticulously on SOP and other technical aspects about the shoot in detail. I proposed to do mock shoots just to make the crew used to shooting in the new environment and change habits. Plus, we are carrying three medicines with us. We believe they protect everyone against the most rigid challenges. These medicines are Positivity, love, and laughter.”
Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri's next directorial feature The Last Show, will celebrate 45 years of friendship shared by Anupam Kher and Satish Kaushik. The film will be jointly produced by Anupam Kher, Rumi Jafry, Satish Kaushik, and Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri.
ALSO READ: Anupam Kher wishes Robert De Niro on his birthday with throwback posts
Every day, a new update has been coming in the spotlight as the case of Sushant Singh Rajput’s death gets murkier. With multiple investigations running simultaneously, the late actor’s family’s lawyer Vikas Singh held a press meets where it doubled down on some alleged misinformation that has been spreading.
"There are suggestions being given by media by some channels that Sushant had a life insurance policy and the money will not be given to the family if it was a suicide. It is being suggested that the family would not be given money if Sushant had committed suicide and it is for this reason, the suicide theory was later changed to abetment to suicide or murder. This is a lie being spread by the channels and Sushant had no life insurance," Singh told at a press conference.
"This canard is highly defamatory and if the channels continue this campaign then we will be forced to take action against the concerned entity," the lawyer added.
“The FIR clearly mentions that Sushant started having mental problems after Rhea Chakraborty came in his life. It also mentions that she was responsible for the problems and he became anxious due to the mental problems. Rhea never disclosed the files about Sushant's treatment to the family. Some of the prescriptions which were shared only mentioned about tablets and not the disease,” he further claimed. “Please do not add to the suffering of the family by spreading canard and false accusations.”
Vikas Singh further alleged that Mumbai Police asked Sushant’s family to sign the statements recorded in Marathi. "The family never said that Sushant died by suicide. The statements were recorded by the Mumbai Police in Marathi. The family also objected to and asked the authorities not to write in Marathi if they want them to be signed. But they were forced to sign the statements," Singh alleged.
On August 19, the Supreme Court gave a go-ahead to CBI to probe Sushant’s death. The Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI), on August 6, registered an FIR against six people including Rhea Chakraborty, Rhea's brother Showik Chakraborty, father Indrajit Chakraborty, mother Sandhya Chakraborty, house manager Samuel Miranda, and Shruti Modi. The charges leveled against the six of them are abetment to suicide, criminal conspiracy, theft, cheating, intimidation, wrongful restraint, or confinement, among others.
ALSO READ: Sushant Singh Rajput’s sisters were aware of the late actor ‘feeling very low’, reveals their statements
Superstar Dwayne Johnson has confirmed that he, his wife Lauren Hashian, and his daughters, 4-year-old Jasmine, and 2-year-old Tiana have tested positive for COVID-19.
Taking to Instagram to inform his followers, Dwayne said in the video, "I wanted to give you guys a little helpful update on things that have been going on on my end for the past two-and-a-half to three weeks now. So the update is this: my wife Lauren as well as my two baby girls and myself, we have all tested positive for COVID-19."
"I could tell you that this has been one of the most challenging and difficult things we have ever had to endure as a family, and for me, too, personally as well," he continued. "And I've gone through some doozies in the past."
"Testing positive for COVID-19 is much different than overcoming nasty injuries, or being evicted, or even being broke, which I have been more than a few times," he said adding that his, "No.1 priority is to always protect my family. And protect my children, my loved ones."
"I wish it was only me who tested positive, but it wasn't, it was my entire family, so this one was a real kick in the gut. But I am happy to tell you guys that we as a family are good. We're on the other end of it, we're on the other side. We're no longer contagious, and we are — thank God — we are healthy."
"We are counting our blessings right now because we're well aware that it isn't always the case that you get on the other end of COVID-19 stronger and healthier. I have had some of my best friends have lost their parents, their loved ones, to this virus that is so incredibly relentless and unforgiving, and it is insidious. So for our babies, Jazzy and Tia, they had a little sore throat the first couple of days, but other than that, they bounced back and, and it's been life as normal, happy babies running around and playing," the actor further said.
"The other thing is to wear your mask, we have been in quarantine for months, we wear our masks every day," Johnson said. "This baffles me that some people out there, including some politicians, will take this idea of wearing a mask and make it a political agenda of a political agenda, politicizing. It has nothing to do in politics."
"So wear your masks. I'm not a politician. I am a man though, who cares about my family deeply and will do everything I can to protect them. But I'm also a man who cares about all of you guys. I don't care what political party you're affiliated with. I don't care what part of the world you're from. I don't care what your skin color is, what your job is, what your bank account says. I don't care. I do care about all of them. And I do not want you or your entire family to get COVID-19," he further said in the video. "Remember these takeaways that I shared with you and stay healthy, my friends, and I'll see you down the road."
He captioned the video message, "My message to all of you around the world -
Stay disciplined.
Boost your immune system.
Commit to wellness.
Wear your mask.
Protect your family.
Be strict about having people over your house or gatherings.
Stay positive.
And care for your fellow human beings.
Stay healthy, my friends."
Dwayne Johnson and Lauren Hashian celebrated their one-year wedding anniversary in August.
ALSO READ: Dwayne Johnson’s Black Adam teases showdown with Superman, introduces Justice Society of America featuring Doctor Fate, Hawkman, Cyclone, and Atom Smasher
After the announcement of Saif Ali Khan and Arjun Kapoor's joining the team of the spooky adventure comedy Bhoot Police, the makers have got on board the two leading ladies of the film. Jacqueline Fernandez and Yami Gautam are to accompany the duo into the world of crazy horror-comedy. Helmed by Pavan Kirpalani, the film will be produced by Ramesh Taurani and Akshai Puri.
Sharing his thoughts on the cast, producer Ramesh Taurani says, "From the beginning, we were keen on having Jacqueline and Yami join the team for this film. They are both amazing artists and we are extremely happy to have them on board."
The team has begun the groundwork on the horror-comedy, which will be largely shot across Dharamsala, Dalhousie, and Palampur. "We are consulting experts to plan the safety measures for the team. We aim to wrap 80 percent of the film during the outdoor schedules. The remaining portions will be shot at a set in Mumbai,” he adds.
Seconding him, producer Akshai Puri says, "We are elated to have Yami and Jacqueline on board for this exciting journey of Bhoot Police. We have a dynamic young team and all are super excited to start the shoot soon."
Excited about this, director Pavan Kirpalani shares, "I am looking forward to working with Jacqueline and Yami. This will be my first collaboration with the entire cast. We need someone to add the craziness to this fun-filled entertainer and both of them will definitely add this magic to the script.
He also shared his views on the fresh casting of the film, "The script has gone through several changes after Rameshji and Akshai got on board. Saif, Arjun, Jacqueline, and Yami perfectly complement each other in the film."
Tips Industries Ltd in association with 12th Street Entertainment presents Bhoot Police, A Tips film and 12th Street Entertainment Production, produced by Ramesh Taurani and Akshai Puri, and directed by Pavan Kripalani.
ALSO READ: Saif Ali Khan and Arjun Kapoor join the cast of spooky adventure film Bhoot Police
Bollywood celebrities are slowly getting back to work. Jacqueline Fernandez had returned to set on Wednesday to shoot an ad for a haircare brand. But, the shoot came to a halt when two crew members tested positive for COVID-19. Jacqueline took to her Instagram stories to inform her fans that she and the rest of the crew tested negative.
She said, "Hello Everyone, We were beginning to adopt the new normal and getting back to work for a brand shoot and as a precautionary measure, the entire shoot crew was getting tested. I would like to inform you that two people from the shoot crew have unfortunately tested positive for COVID-19. We have delayed the shoot as the safety of the people is of utmost importance. Both the infected members are currently self-isolating and being treated. The rest of the crew and I have tested negative but are taking all the necessary safety measures and following the guidelines strictly. I would like to thank the BMC officials for all their help and guidance."
On the work front, Jacqueline Fernandez will next star in Bhoot Police and Kick 2. The actress has also joined hands with Amanda Cerny for a podcast and is partnering with Action Against Hunger Foundation.
ALSO READ: Jacqueline Fernandez and Yami Gautam join Saif Ali Khan and Arjun Kapoor in Bhoot Police
Actor Sunny Singh and Kartik Aaryan along Nushrat Bharucha starred in a couple of movies including Pyaar Ka Punchnama and Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety. Now, the actor has confirmed that they will be the third installment for the former whilst a sequel for the latter.
Speaking to a daily, he said that Luv Ranjan has something in mind though the timeline is yet to be decided. Speaking of Kartik Aaryan, he said that they have stayed in touch via calls and messages during this lockdown. They stay close by and even their parents take walks together. So they are like family friends. Sunny said that they will have a blast reuniting in these films or some other.
The actor was seen in the song, 'Holi Mein Rangeele' and the audiences couldn't stop but shake a leg on it. Sunny Singh was last seen in a mom-com Jai Mummy Di.
ALSO READ: Sunny Singh resumes shooting after the lockdown
Vipul Shah will be producing 12 short films under his production banner, Sunshine Pictures. The producer-director, who started his career with theatre, wants to give back to his theatre days and so he has launched a vertical for short films and release them digitally. He is open to reading every script that reaches him from aspiring writers and will consider them to produce. The motive is to give back to the theatre community by providing the aspiring and good talent a platform to showcase their talent and not money-making exercise.
The first short film to come from his production banner is written and directed by Shefali Shah. She turns writer & director with this short film, which will be first COVID related content and relevant to today’s time.
The short film is about a covid warrior doctor and how she faces a personal life tragedy while saving the world. It goes on floors from 3rd/4th September. The shooting of the first short film has almost come to an end.
It is known that Vicky Kaushal and Manushi Chillar will be starring in a situational comedy backed by Yash Raj Flms. The film will be reportedly announced on September 27 on the 50th anniversary of YRF. It seems like the project will take off in October.
As per a daily, the Vijay Krishna Acharya directorial will reportedly roll in October. The team is currently prepping for the project. It is a new genre for the lead actors.
“Their film is part of the much-anticipated YRF Project 50 celebrations and Aditya Chopra is looking to announce this film, along with YRF’s entire slate for 2021, on September 27th. Vicky has been spotted at YRF too because he has started his preparations for the film. Adi is very bullish about this project and he is punting on Vicky's big time with this comedy. We hear Manushi too will start preparations for this film soon,” a trade source informed earlier.
On the work front, Manushi Chhillar will make her debut in Akshay Kumar starrer Prithviraj. Meanwhile, Vicky Kaushal will be seen in Sardar Udham Singh and Ashwatthama.
ALSO READ: Vicky Kaushal says he would love to go back on the sets
The Vidyut Jammwal and Shivaleeka Oberoi starrer Khuda Haafiz was one of the seven films acquired by Disney+ Hotstar to release on their platform. The film that was released in August opened to positive reviews. Now, the makers have announced that the film will be having a sequel. The second chapter takes the love story between the lead characters (essayed by Vidyut Jammwal and Shivaleeka Oberoi) in the antecedent forward.
Vidyut Jammwal says, “Getting his (Sameer, lead character essayed by him) wife back is not the perfect ending. To adjust and successfully live in the society after the woman (Nargis, played by Shivaleeka Oberoi) has gone through this turmoil is the real beginning of the love story. That's what we're planning to showcase in the second chapter.”
Producer, Director of Panorama Studios, Abhishek Pathak says, “It is great to be one of the forerunners for canvassing and backing stories for the big screen. The response to Khuda Haafiz was phenomenal and I can only hope viewers will embrace its Chapter II. It will be full of surprises and we're determined to keep the audience on the edge of their seats in theatres this time around. We take pride in creating quality films that entertain viewers and also further the cause of cinema. Our sole endeavour is to seek fresh content and experiment with the tastes of the audience. We are excited to do so with Khuda Haafiz Chapter II.”
Director-Writer, Faruk Kabir says, "I always wanted to take the story forward, but I wanted to wait and see how the audience responds to the film. Khuda Haafiz Chapter II is a more potent and heartfelt love story about how the lead characters come to terms with what has happened to them. It's an Agni-Pariksha now for both of them and for me to match up to my own expectations as a storyteller and that of the audience that has given such an enormously positive response to Khuda Haafiz. I'm glad that Kumarji, Abhishek and Vidyut feel the same way about this journey we are about to undertake. This is not going to be a franchise film. It's the final lethal chapter. Expect bigger action for sure, but also a bigger heart, and on a bigger screen."
Produced by Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak (Panorama Studios) and co-produced by Sanjeev Joshi and Aditya Chowksey, written and directed by Faruk Kabir and starring Vidyut Jammwal and Shivaleeka Oberoi, Khuda Haafiz Chapter II will be on floors in the first quarter of 2021.
Sushant Singh Rajput passed away on June 14. The case is currently being investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB).
Shruti Modi, who was close to both Sushant Singh Rajput and Rhea Chakraborty in her statement to the CBI reportedly said that the couple would often consume marijuana together. According to CNN News 18 sources, Sushant and Rhea would often spend a lot of time on the terrace consuming marijuana. As per the report, Rhea would also smoke joints with Samuel Miranda and Showik Chakraborty.
However, Rhea in her statement to the officials has maintained that she has never consumed drugs. In her recent interviews she said that she is even willing to do a drug test.
In an interview with India Today, while talking about Sushant consuming marijuana Rhea said, “It is unfortunate that after someone’s death we have to exploit someone’s vices in such a manner. Sushant used to smoke marijuana. He was quite regular. He started before the shooting of Kedarnath. I tried to control him in this department. I was trying to cut him down on it. He was a grown man who chose to do it. I tried to stop him and told him to reduce it. He did exactly what he wanted to do.”
ALSO READ: Sushant Singh Rajput death case: NCB registers criminal case against Rhea Chakraborty
Actors Anupam Kher and Satish Kaushik will start shooting for director Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri’s film The Last Show with proper safety precautions amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Since the lockdown, which was enforced in March, this will be the first time Kher and Kaushik will visit a set. The Bombay High Court recently permitted actors above 65 to resume shooting. Earlier, actors beyond this age were barred from partaking in any kind of shoot.
Talking about the safety measures being taken by the team, Anupam Kher says, “ Of course, people feel concerned, especially our families. But once they knew about the safety measures, they felt secure. We have professionals COVID marshals, ensuring all the required precautions are taken. But above all, everyone has to be considerate and caring towards others.” Further added “struggle, pain, suffering, celebration, and success. We compete professionally but bond personally. We’ve never lost love and respect for each other. We’ve never looked at life from a tragic point of view. We always found humour and inspiration in every situation. When Vivek discussed this inspirational story -full of beauty, love, and laughter -we were fascinated by the vision of the human psyche. We realized that during the COVID crisis, the world needs inspiration, positivity, and above all humour. So, in a way Vivek is celebrating our unique friendship for the world to fall in love with friendship, again,”
Veteran Satish Kaushik admits he had certain hesitation about shooting for any project. “Most film shoots haven’t started and there was a sense of pessimism in people, with predictions of a slow death of cinema. Both of us and Vivek are born fighters and eternal optimists. So, we started shooting to inspire others, experiment, and innovate in these times and send a message that cinema lives to entertain, inspire, and fill this world with laughter.”
Director Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri says “I had worked meticulously on SOP and other technical aspects about the shoot in detail. I proposed to do mock shoots just to make the crew used to shooting in the new environment and change habits. Plus, we are carrying three medicines with us. We believe they protect everyone against the most rigid challenges. These medicines are Positivity, love, and laughter.”
Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri's next directorial feature The Last Show, will celebrate 45 years of friendship shared by Anupam Kher and Satish Kaushik. The film will be jointly produced by Anupam Kher, Rumi Jafry, Satish Kaushik, and Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri.
ALSO READ: Anupam Kher wishes Robert De Niro on his birthday with throwback posts
Every day, a new update has been coming in the spotlight as the case of Sushant Singh Rajput’s death gets murkier. With multiple investigations running simultaneously, the late actor’s family’s lawyer Vikas Singh held a press meets where it doubled down on some alleged misinformation that has been spreading.
"There are suggestions being given by media by some channels that Sushant had a life insurance policy and the money will not be given to the family if it was a suicide. It is being suggested that the family would not be given money if Sushant had committed suicide and it is for this reason, the suicide theory was later changed to abetment to suicide or murder. This is a lie being spread by the channels and Sushant had no life insurance," Singh told at a press conference.
"This canard is highly defamatory and if the channels continue this campaign then we will be forced to take action against the concerned entity," the lawyer added.
“The FIR clearly mentions that Sushant started having mental problems after Rhea Chakraborty came in his life. It also mentions that she was responsible for the problems and he became anxious due to the mental problems. Rhea never disclosed the files about Sushant's treatment to the family. Some of the prescriptions which were shared only mentioned about tablets and not the disease,” he further claimed. “Please do not add to the suffering of the family by spreading canard and false accusations.”
Vikas Singh further alleged that Mumbai Police asked Sushant’s family to sign the statements recorded in Marathi. "The family never said that Sushant died by suicide. The statements were recorded by the Mumbai Police in Marathi. The family also objected to and asked the authorities not to write in Marathi if they want them to be signed. But they were forced to sign the statements," Singh alleged.
On August 19, the Supreme Court gave a go-ahead to CBI to probe Sushant’s death. The Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI), on August 6, registered an FIR against six people including Rhea Chakraborty, Rhea's brother Showik Chakraborty, father Indrajit Chakraborty, mother Sandhya Chakraborty, house manager Samuel Miranda, and Shruti Modi. The charges leveled against the six of them are abetment to suicide, criminal conspiracy, theft, cheating, intimidation, wrongful restraint, or confinement, among others.
ALSO READ: Sushant Singh Rajput’s sisters were aware of the late actor ‘feeling very low’, reveals their statements
Superstar Dwayne Johnson has confirmed that he, his wife Lauren Hashian, and his daughters, 4-year-old Jasmine, and 2-year-old Tiana have tested positive for COVID-19.
Taking to Instagram to inform his followers, Dwayne said in the video, "I wanted to give you guys a little helpful update on things that have been going on on my end for the past two-and-a-half to three weeks now. So the update is this: my wife Lauren as well as my two baby girls and myself, we have all tested positive for COVID-19."
"I could tell you that this has been one of the most challenging and difficult things we have ever had to endure as a family, and for me, too, personally as well," he continued. "And I've gone through some doozies in the past."
"Testing positive for COVID-19 is much different than overcoming nasty injuries, or being evicted, or even being broke, which I have been more than a few times," he said adding that his, "No.1 priority is to always protect my family. And protect my children, my loved ones."
"I wish it was only me who tested positive, but it wasn't, it was my entire family, so this one was a real kick in the gut. But I am happy to tell you guys that we as a family are good. We're on the other end of it, we're on the other side. We're no longer contagious, and we are — thank God — we are healthy."
"We are counting our blessings right now because we're well aware that it isn't always the case that you get on the other end of COVID-19 stronger and healthier. I have had some of my best friends have lost their parents, their loved ones, to this virus that is so incredibly relentless and unforgiving, and it is insidious. So for our babies, Jazzy and Tia, they had a little sore throat the first couple of days, but other than that, they bounced back and, and it's been life as normal, happy babies running around and playing," the actor further said.
"The other thing is to wear your mask, we have been in quarantine for months, we wear our masks every day," Johnson said. "This baffles me that some people out there, including some politicians, will take this idea of wearing a mask and make it a political agenda of a political agenda, politicizing. It has nothing to do in politics."
"So wear your masks. I'm not a politician. I am a man though, who cares about my family deeply and will do everything I can to protect them. But I'm also a man who cares about all of you guys. I don't care what political party you're affiliated with. I don't care what part of the world you're from. I don't care what your skin color is, what your job is, what your bank account says. I don't care. I do care about all of them. And I do not want you or your entire family to get COVID-19," he further said in the video. "Remember these takeaways that I shared with you and stay healthy, my friends, and I'll see you down the road."
He captioned the video message, "My message to all of you around the world -
Stay disciplined.
Boost your immune system.
Commit to wellness.
Wear your mask.
Protect your family.
Be strict about having people over your house or gatherings.
Stay positive.
And care for your fellow human beings.
Stay healthy, my friends."
Dwayne Johnson and Lauren Hashian celebrated their one-year wedding anniversary in August.
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After the announcement of Saif Ali Khan and Arjun Kapoor's joining the team of the spooky adventure comedy Bhoot Police, the makers have got on board the two leading ladies of the film. Jacqueline Fernandez and Yami Gautam are to accompany the duo into the world of crazy horror-comedy. Helmed by Pavan Kirpalani, the film will be produced by Ramesh Taurani and Akshai Puri.
Sharing his thoughts on the cast, producer Ramesh Taurani says, "From the beginning, we were keen on having Jacqueline and Yami join the team for this film. They are both amazing artists and we are extremely happy to have them on board."
The team has begun the groundwork on the horror-comedy, which will be largely shot across Dharamsala, Dalhousie, and Palampur. "We are consulting experts to plan the safety measures for the team. We aim to wrap 80 percent of the film during the outdoor schedules. The remaining portions will be shot at a set in Mumbai,” he adds.
Seconding him, producer Akshai Puri says, "We are elated to have Yami and Jacqueline on board for this exciting journey of Bhoot Police. We have a dynamic young team and all are super excited to start the shoot soon."
Excited about this, director Pavan Kirpalani shares, "I am looking forward to working with Jacqueline and Yami. This will be my first collaboration with the entire cast. We need someone to add the craziness to this fun-filled entertainer and both of them will definitely add this magic to the script.
He also shared his views on the fresh casting of the film, "The script has gone through several changes after Rameshji and Akshai got on board. Saif, Arjun, Jacqueline, and Yami perfectly complement each other in the film."
Tips Industries Ltd in association with 12th Street Entertainment presents Bhoot Police, A Tips film and 12th Street Entertainment Production, produced by Ramesh Taurani and Akshai Puri, and directed by Pavan Kripalani.