Sanjay Kapur's funeral to be delayed, His last words before fatal heart attack, Madhoo Shah recalls filming a horrible kissing scene: Top 5 news
Whether you're here for the red carpet glam or the off-screen surprises, we've got your daily dose of Bollywood and beyond—wrapped and ready! From Sanjay Kapur's funeral getting delayed due to US citizenship legalities, Sanjay Kapur's last words before fatal heart attack on polo field to Madhoo Shah recalling filming a horrible kissing scene; here are the top 5 entertainment stories that lit up the day!
Sanjay Kapur's funeral to be delayed due to US citizenship legalities
Sunjay Kapur,
Karisma Kapoor
's ex-husband, passed away in London on June 12 from a heart attack during a polo match.
His father-in-law, Ashok Sachdev, revealed that repatriating his body to Delhi for final rites could be delayed due to legal processes tied to his U.S.
citizenship.
Madhoo Shah recalls filming a horrible kissing scene
Madhoo Shah, beloved for films like Phool Aur Kaante and Roja, recently revealed her discomfort during a past on-screen kiss. Filmed without prior notice, she described it as 'horrible' and felt it added nothing to the story. Raised traditionally, she maintained strong boundaries, prioritizing her values throughout her career.
Shatrughan Sinha says
Sushant Singh Rajput
's loss was a national tragedy
Veteran actor-politician Shatrughan Sinha mourned Sushant Singh Rajput as a 'national tragedy,' sharing he witnessed the same contagious 'josh' in Sushant that once fueled his own journey. He lamented the abrupt loss of a gifted young actor who shared his passion and drive
Sanjay Kapur's last words before fatal heart attack on polo field
Sunjay Kapur's final words before collapsing on the polo field were reportedly: 'I've swallowed something.' Witnesses believe he may have accidentally ingested a bee, which could have triggered anaphylactic shock and ultimately led to a fatal heart attack.
Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par receives 12A certificationn
Aamir Khan's upcoming sports‑drama Sitaare Zameen Par, directed by R.S. Prasanna and co-starring Genelia Deshmukh, has earned a UK 12A rating. Clocking in at about 2 hours 35 minutes, the film—about a coach guiding neurodivergent players—is set to premiere nationwide on June 20, 2025
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