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New York Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Phil Collins' rep sets record straight after rumors of hospice run wild
Phil Collins' rep is speaking out about the singer's health. A spokesperson for the 74-year-old Genesis drummer told TMZ Saturday that Collins was hospitalized for knee surgery. The rep also shut down the rumor that Collins was in hospice care. 6 Phil Collins performs in Scotland in Oct. 2021. Redferns The Post has reached out to Collins' rep for comment. Collins has been out of the spotlight since he retired after his final show with Genesis in March 2022. He performed the concert while sitting down due to lingering effects of a spinal injury from 2007. The 'You'll Be In My Heart' singer also has drop-foot, a condition that left him with no sensation in one of his feet. He has used a cane to walk since 2015 after undergoing a spinal procedure. 6 Phil Collins attends the Little Dreams Foundation Gala Press Conference in Miami in 2017. Getty Images 6 Phil Collins seen at BBC Radio 2 in London in March 2020. GC Images In Feb. Collins gave a sad update on his health. 'The thing is, I've been sick. I mean very sick,' Collins shared to MOJO magazine. 'I keep thinking I should go downstairs to the studio and see what happens. But I'm not hungry for it anymore,' the Grammy Award winner added. 6 Phil Collins performs in Berlin in March 2022. Redferns In his 2024 documentary 'Phil Collins: Drummer First,' Collins opened up about how his health issues have left him no longer able to play the drums. 'I've spent all my life playing drums. To suddenly not be able to do that is a shock,' he shared. 6 Phil Collins performs at U Arena in Nanterre, France in March 2022. David Wolff – Patrick 'If I can't do what I did as well as I did it, I'd rather relax and not do anything,' he added. 'If I wake up one day and I can hold a pair of drumsticks, then I'll have a crack at it. But I just feel like I've used up my air miles.' Collins' son, Nic, who followed in his father's footsteps and took up the drums, also spoke about the 'Tarzan' composer's health in the doc. 6 Phil Collins sits court side at a New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden in 2015. Paul J. Bereswill 'Musicians, people in bands in general had this thought that they were invincible,' said Nic. 'I think that's really what it is with my dad is just this kind of sense of you're a drummer, you're invincible, you do what you do. But you don't know it's gonna take a toll in the long run.' Collins started playing the drums at age 5. He joined Genesis in 1970 and later became the band's lead singer.
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Phil Collins' hospital dash and hospice rumours - what we know about his health
Phil Collins' hospital dash has sparked a flurry of rumours about the musician's health, with fans left fearing the worst, but what do we really know about his health? Speculation that Phil Collins was in hospice care has been dispelled following a hospital visit for the renowned drummer who has not been the only music legend of his generation to be struck down by illness. A spokesperson for the Genesis legend clarified that Collins is actually in hospital undergoing knee surgery, and is not on his deathbed. The rampant rumour that Collins was in hospice care sent shockwaves through his fanbase just days ago, causing distress among admirers already mourning the loss of other cherished stars like Ozzy Osbourne earlier this week. Earlier in the year, Collins did acknowledge his declining health. In a conversation with MOJO, he expressed a waning interest in making new music due to his "very sick." condition. He remarked, "I keep thinking I should go downstairs to the studio and see what happens. But I'm not hungry for it anymore. The thing is, I've been sick. I mean very sick.", reports the Mirror US. "It's still kind of sinking in a bit," admitted the Grammy-winning artist. "I've spent all my life playing drums. To suddenly not be able to do that is a shock." Collins, who began drumming at the tender age of 5, noted that his lifelong dedication has "taken its toll on my hands, legs. "If I can't do what I did as well as I did it, I'd rather relax and not do anything," he stated. "If I wake up one day and I can hold a pair of drumsticks, then I'll have a crack at it. But I just feel like I've used up my air miles." The singer performed his last concert with Genesis in 2022 as his mobility issues worsened progressively after a spinal injury in 2007 resulted in severe nerve damage. He took to the stage with Genesis bandmates Mike Rutherford and Tony Banks at London's 02 Arena, with his son, Nic, on the drums. The Against All Odds singer managed to complete the show while seated comfortably in a chair, joking that he might have to 'find a real job' due to his ongoing health struggles. Although he didn't elaborate on his current health status during the farewell performance, Collins has faced several health challenges over the years. In the 2024 documentary Phil Collins: Drummer First, he spoke about his deteriorating physical health. The star is renowned for his exceptional drumming skills and powerful vocals as part of the British rock band. He also holds a special place in the hearts of younger fans for his work on the "Tarzan" film, particularly his Oscar-winning song You'll Be In My Heart. In 2017, Collins was diagnosed with drop-foot, a condition that resulted in a loss of sensation in one of his feet. At the time, he revealed that the condition was a "result of a back operation which makes it difficult to walk." In his documentary, Nic disclosed that his father had major neck surgery in 2015, and has been using a cane to assist with walking ever since.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Salman Khan revealed he hit Sohail Khan with a stone and made him bleed: ‘He went behind the dustbin and…'
Salman Khan is not only one of Bollywood's biggest stars but also a doting brother who shares a close-knit bond with his family. The Khan household with Salman, Arbaaz Khan , Sohail Khan , Arpita Khan Sharma and Alvira Khan Agnihotri is known for its warmth and togetherness. Fans have often praised how the siblings support each other through life's highs and lows. But behind their heartwarming camaraderie lie countless childhood tales, some funny, some mischievous, and others that left a mark, quite literally! One such story was shared by Salman himself when he recalled a moment from their childhood that ended with Sohail bleeding profusely. Salman's playful game gone wrong Back in 2019, the 'Sultan' actor appeared on the popular show ' The Kapil Sharma Show ', where he opened up about an old incident involving his younger brothers, Arbaaz and Sohail. Reminiscing about those carefree days, the 'Ek Tha Tiger' actor confessed that things once took a serious turn when a game went a bit too far. The ' Bajrangi Bhaijaan ' actor said, 'Long time back, we three brothers were watching the movie Tarzan and playing a game that involved stones. I got so engrossed in the game that I accidentally threw the stone at Sohail who was very young at that time. He went behind the dustbin and within a few seconds, Sohail rose from behind the bin crying and bleeding profusely. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Arbaaz and I ran from there.' It's easy to imagine the fright that must have struck young Salman and Arbaaz as they saw their baby brother covered in blood. Yet, despite the pain, incidents like these often become cherished family anecdotes, retold with laughter years later. Sohail Khan: The youngest brother Sohail, the youngest among the three brothers, has worn many hats in the film industry. From acting in films like 'Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya?', 'Heroes' and 'Veer' to stepping behind the camera as a director and producer, Sohail has explored various aspects of Bollywood. One of his notable directorial ventures was 'Jai Ho' in 2014, which starred Salman in the lead. Salman continues to shine on the big screen While Sohail has kept a relatively low profile lately, Salman remains one of India's most loved stars. The actor was last seen in 'Sikandar', which hit theatres on Eid 2025. Directed by A.R. Murugadoss, the film also starred Rashmika Mandanna . Looking ahead, he is gearing up for his next big project, 'Battle of Galwan', which features Chitrangda Singh alongside him.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Naseeruddin Shah was jobless and drunk…': Jalwa director recalls being mocked by actor, getting him to do his film
Naseeruddin Shah is often associated with some of the finest works of Indian cinema's parallel movement, with films like Manthan, Sparsh, Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyoon Aata Hai, and Aakrosh. Yet, during the 1980s, he also ventured into more mainstream fare, one of the most notable being Pankaj Parashar's Jalwa. Remarkably, Jalwa came at a time when Naseeruddin had just delivered the acclaimed Paar, for which he won the prestigious Volpi Cup for Best Actor at the Venice Film Festival for his portrayal of Naurangia. The transition from such a powerful, serious performance to a slick commercial action-comedy was seen as a shocking shift. Now, in a recent conversation with Sutradhar, director Pankaj Parashar opened up about how Naseeruddin came on board for Jalwa. 'Naseer didn't have any work at the time, he had no films in hand when I signed him for Jalwa. And the funny thing is, he had just done Paar, and had won Best Actor at the Venice Film Festival, where Robert De Niro was the runner-up. That was the level he was at.' Parashar went on to recall a hilarious incident from a party, one that led to Shah's unlikely casting. 'I had gone to a party, I saw Om Puri and a lot of others there, and sitting somewhere off to the left on the floor was Naseeruddin Shah, with a steel glass in his hand. I remember it like it was yesterday. He asked me, 'Pankaj, what are you up to?' I told him, 'I'm making a film.' He had done voiceovers for four episodes of my TV series Karamchand, so he said, 'I like Karamchand. Now do something good.' I told him, 'I'm making Tarzan.' He paused for a moment, probably sipping rum, and said, 'You're making Tarzan? Who's in it?' I said, 'Hemant Birje.' He said, 'You're going to work with Hemant Birje in Tarzan? You're a gold medalist from film school, you've made Karamchand, and now you're going to do this crap?' I said, 'Yeah, I'm doing it. I've signed Kimi Katkar.' He said, 'Don't be an idiot.' I said, 'You keep drinking whatever it is you're drinking, let me do my thing.' Honestly, I was getting demoralised internally, because he was my senior, and more than that, he was Naseeruddin Shah. So I again told him, 'I'm doing it.' Then he said, 'Do one thing — cast me as Tarzan.' I said, 'Naseer, please keep drinking what you're drinking, you're hallucinating.' I left.' Also Read | When it was 'harrowing' for Naseeruddin Shah to dance alongside Mithun Chakraborty: 'First time I became aware of split personality' He further recounted: 'The next day I told Gul Anand (the producer), 'That guy's crazy, he said he wants to play Tarzan.' Gul Anand heard this, stood up, and said, 'Naseeruddin Shah can play Mickey Mouse if he wants, call him!' I called him, and we went to meet him. And Naseer actually said, 'I'm doing it. I'm joining Sea Rock (gym), and in six months I'll build my body, you'll see.' When we came down from his house, Gul said, 'I'm excited.' Then I told him, 'Maybe we shouldn't make Tarzan.' But Gul, being extra smart, said, 'Let's remake Beverly Hills Cop, throw in some Commando-style action, and flip the whole thing. And you bring in your Karamchand-style touch, plus Naseeruddin Shah building a body. That'll get front-page coverage!' So that was the plan, and then we wrote Jalwa.' Jalwa, co-starring Archana Puran Singh, went on to become a huge box-office success. It was later remade in Telugu in 1988 as Trinetrudu by A Kodandarami Reddy, starring Chiranjeevi.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Cong, BJP allege conspiracy, security lapse
Kochi/Thrissur: Alleging a conspiracy behind the jailbreak of rape-and-murder case convict Govindachamy, opposition leader V D Satheeshan on Friday said the criminal received assistance from inside and outside Kannur Central Prison. Satheeshan said it was unbelievable that a person with one hand could cut through the jail cell window bars, climb out and escape over such a high wall using a cloth. Such an incident hasn't been seen even in Tarzan movies, he said. He said the jailbreak incident was an embarrassment for state govt. "Jail authorities came to know of Govindachamy's escape only at 5am and police were informed by 7am. It was the vigilance of ordinary people that led to the fugitive's capture," he said. "Opposition repeatedly highlighted security lapses in Kannur central jail. Criminals, including those accused in the TP murder case, are being provided with all kinds of assistance by govt and jail authorities there. The accused in TP case are given parole and food of their choice. These prisoners themselves decide the jail menu. Alcohol and drugs are readily available there. Additionally, these inmates run drug trafficking and gang operations from within the jail. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 Amazing Hotel Swimming Pools Learn More Undo They use the latest phones. Kannur central jail has become a haven for criminals," he alleged. BJP demands judicial probe Meanwhile, BJP state general secretary M T Ramesh alleged that a powerful mafia, with links to ruling CPM, was controlling the affairs of Kannur central jail and Govindachamy was able to escape from that high-security prison with the mafia's help. He demanded a judicial probe into the operations of mafias in state jails and into the circumstances that led to Govindachamy's jailbreak. "It is clear that Govindachamy received help from within the jail and outside. The incident is a clear manifestation of the failure of jail department controlled by chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan," he said.
