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Hindustan Times
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Fatima Sana Shaikh reveals she was beaten when she reacted to being touched inappropriately: ‘I was fully down'
Actor Fatima Sana Shaikh has revealed that she was physically assaulted after she stood up to a man who inappropriately touched her in public. She admits that the traumatic incident has had a lasting impact on her, and its effects still linger. Fatima Sana Shaikh was recently spotted on both the big screen and OTT space. Fatima looks back at harrowing incident Recently, Fatima appeared in the latest episode of The Male Feminist on Hauterrfly, where she spoke about navigating everyday sexism. During the conversation, she recalled a troubling harassment incident, saying, 'Once, a man touched me inappropriately, and I hit him. But he hit me back so hard, that I was fully down. I only hit him because he touched me, but that pissed him off and he hit me to the point that I fell.' For Fatima, the incident was a wake-up call and changed her as a person. She added, 'After that incident, I got a little more cautious. I realised that we also have to check how to react in such situations. But look at the irony... Something wrong is happening with us, and we only have to think how to react to it'. She also recalled another incident when she was harassed during lockdown amid the COVID-19 crisis. The Dangal actor was riding her bicycle in Mumbai wearing a mask, and a tempo driver kept honking and making weird sounds at me. She said that he kept following her till the time she took a turn in her lane. Fatima's recent work Fatima was recently spotted on both the big screen and OTT space. She was part of Anurag Basu's Metro In Dino, which is a spiritual sequel to Life in a… Metro. In the film, she is paired opposite actor Ali Fazal. The film opened to a positive response from critics and performed well at the box office. She also featured in Aap Jaisa Koi alongside R Madhavan. The project was released on Netflix. The romantic drama revolves around mature love and companionship.
India.com
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Actress Mahhi Vij breaks silence amid divorce rumours with Jay Bhanushali, ‘Lost dignity and humanity…'
Television actress Mahhi Vij has recently addressed the swirling rumors about her marriage with actor Jay Bhanushali, emphasizing the importance of privacy and urging the public to refrain from speculating about their personal lives. How Mahhi Vij Criticized Trolls? Mahhi Vij has recently used her Instagram stories to criticize trolls for their assumptions and has clarified in a recent interview that all is well between her and Jay Bhanushali. Her Instagram story read, 'Some channels and Insta pages have lost dignity and humanity. Just for a few likes and comments, shame on you.' 'Why Should I Tell You' Earlier, in a candid conversation on The Male Feminist podcast, Mahhi expressed her frustration over the intrusive nature of such speculations. She questioned the entitlement some individuals feel towards the personal affairs of public figures, stating, 'Even if it is the case, why should I tell you? Are you my uncle? Will you pay my lawyer's fee?' Mahhi also highlighted the tendency of online commentators to assign blame without understanding the full context, noting that people often make assumptions based on limited information. She remarked, 'They just want to blame someone. Do you even know the truth? What do you know?' 'I Feel There's A Lot Of Pressure' The actress also shed light on the societal pressures faced by single mothers and individuals going through separations. She pointed out that society often expects drama and conflict in such situations, adding, 'Here, people look at single mothers and divorces very differently. They assume there's going to be drama now that it'll turn into a big issue, that the two will start throwing mud at each other. I feel there's a lot of pressure from society. Just live and let live.' More About Mahhi Vij and Jay Bhanushali Mahhi and Jay, who married in 2011, are parents to three children: their biological daughter Tara and two foster children, Rajveer and Khushi. The couple has been admired for their commitment to family and their ability to balance personal and professional responsibilities. Despite these rumors, neither Mahhi nor Jay has confirmed any separation, and Mahhi's recent statements serve as reminder of importance of respecting personal boundaries.
News18
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
When Mahhi Vij Earned Rs 50,000 Featuring In An Ad With Sachin Tendulkar
Mahhi Vij talked about working with the God of Cricket player Sachin Tendulkar, for which she received around Rs 50,000. Mahhi Vij recently grabbed headlines amid ongoing rumours of a divorce from her husband, actor Jay Bhanushali — speculation the couple has consistently denied. Amid the buzz, Mahhi took a nostalgic turn and opened up about a special moment from her early career in the entertainment industry. Speaking on The Male Feminist podcast, the Balika Vadhu actress recalled her first-ever paycheque, which came from a commercial she shot with none other than cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. The ad was for a pen brand, and Mahhi revealed that she was paid Rs 50,000 — a sum that held immense value for her and her family at the time. 'My first paycheque came from an ad I did with Sachin Tendulkar, for a pen brand," she shared. 'I received Rs 50,000 for it. That Rs 50,000 was a big deal for us, like, a really big deal." During the same interview, Mahhi Vij also shed light on her divorce rumours with Jay Bhanushali. The actress said, 'If there's a possible separation or not, why should I tell you? Who are you? Are you my uncle? Will you pay my lawyer's fees? Will you help me get a good divorce? I just feel like, why make such a big deal out of it? People start saying things like, 'Oh, they're about to separate' or 'They're getting divorced.' Then they start writing stuff like, 'Oh, he was always like this,' or 'She was like that.' I've even seen comments saying, 'Mahi is decent, Jay is like this,' or 'Jay is good, Mahi is like that.' Who are you? What do you even know?" 'You sit there judging like you're everyone's uncle or aunt. What do you actually know about our lives? I feel like here, people make such a fuss over things, 'Oh my God, single mother, divorce, now there must be some issue, now it'll turn messy.' Everyone expects drama. I think there's too much pressure from society, what will people say, what will others think? I honestly feel, live and let live. That's it," she added. Mahhi Vij also shared that her daughter Tara has also been targeted by online trolls, which used to hurt her a lot. People commented on how she takes care of her daughter, by saying things like she's putting makeup on her child. Mahhi said that since Tara is her own daughter, she has every right to do whatever she wants and others shouldn't interfere. In the beginning, such comments used to bother her and she used to think a lot about what people were saying. But over time, she has stopped letting these opinions affect her and now she chooses to ignore the negativity. First Published:
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mahhi Vij recalls working with Sachin Tendulkar; says, 'It was my first ever project and I was paid Rs 50,000'
Mahhi Vij has been making headlines for her recent revelations, as well as divorce rumours involving her husband, Jay Bhanushali . The actress appeared on a podcast with The Male Feminist, where she spoke about her pregnancy struggles, relationship rumours, and much more. She also recalled working with cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on her very first project. Mahhi revealed that her first-ever pay cheque was Rs 50,000, and it was for an ad with Sachin Tendulkar. She shared, 'My first pay cheque was Rs 50,000, and it was a huge deal back then. I did an ad with Sachin Tendulkar and received Rs 50,000 for it.' The actress also addressed the divorce rumours with Jay Bhanushali. She said, 'Even if it is the case, why should I tell you? Are you my uncle? Will you pay my lawyer's fee? Why do people make such a big deal out of somebody's divorce or separation? I see people writing in my comments section, 'Mahhi toh decent hai, Jay aisa hai' (She is decent, but Jay is not). Then somebody else writes, 'Jay accha hai, Mahhi hi aisi hai' (Jay is good, but she is not). They just want to blame someone. Do you even know the truth? What do you know?' Mahhi further added, 'Here, people look at single mothers and divorces very differently. They assume there's going to be drama, that now it'll turn into a big issue, that the two will start throwing mud at each other. I feel there's a lot of pressure from society. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like How Much Does a Bali Vacation Really Cost? Liseer Learn More Undo Just live and let live.' The actress also revealed how her daughter Tara faces online trolling. Speaking about it, she said, 'People would troll Tara a lot, and this affected me deeply. People would say, 'Apni beti ko bacha rahi hai, makeup laga rahi hai,' but she's my daughter — I'll do whatever I want. Why does anyone really care about it? Initially, I used to care a lot about others' opinions about Tara. However, I don't care at all anymore.'
Indian Express
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Why Sonakshi Sinha went against her parents' wishes and had a small wedding: ‘Mom, this is not about any of them…'
Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal tied the knot in an intimate wedding ceremony in Mumbai last year. Despite belonging to a family with extensive political and film industry connections, she chose to celebrate her special day with only a select few people. In an episode of The Male Feminist podcast, Sonakshi opened up about her decision, which went against her parents' wishes, and why it was vital for her to stand her ground. 'It was a small wedding, that's how I wanted it. I am a very private person, and for such a big day, especially, I want those who are happy in my happiness to be around me. I told my mom, who obviously expected otherwise — '[she said] dad knows so many people, he will have to call everyone. He's got political friends, film friends. I was like, 'Mom this is not about any of them, this is about me, and this is about Zaheer and me together. This is how we want our wedding to be.' 'When you (her mother) got married, no one told you how to do it, when Kush (her brother) got married, no one told him how to do it. So I feel I should be allowed to make this decision about my big day,' the Lootera actor recalled having told her mom, adding that they understood and didn't interfere in any of the planning. 'We planned everything in two weeks, and finished everything in one day. There were no 10 functions, everything was very chilled out,' said Sinha. 'Actually, my mom thanked me after that. She was like, 'Thanks for taking all our stress. We didn't have to do anything',' she quipped. Reflecting on Sonakshi's approach, Gurleen Baruah, occupational psychologist and executive coach at That Culture Thing, told that deciding your timeline for life's milestones, like marriage and other significant decisions, is crucial for personal empowerment and mental well-being. 'As adults, we possess the autonomy to make choices that align with our values, feelings, and circumstances. While society may impose norms and suggest 'ideal' ages for achieving certain milestones, like settling down or starting a family, it's important to remember that these are human-made constructs,' she shared. Rima Bhandekar, Senior Psychologist at Mpower, Aditya Birla Education Trust, stated that linking one's self-worth to external metrics of success and what is trending on social media can be detrimental to mental health, relationships, and finances in the long run. 'It can lead to anxiety and a mindset in which the person rigidly believes that their special moments in life and their worth are fixed by metrics like packages, assets, or social media virality, which can fluctuate anytime. This creates self-doubts, and failures feel too personal, and gradually the sense of identity becomes shallow and fragile,' she explained. Choosing to celebrate your special day the way you want it to can be empowering, yet daunting. Pushing against centuries of conditioning and societal judgement is not easy, and it is essential to remember that change does not happen overnight. To let go of this mindset, Bhandekar suggested noticing where attachment to external factors creates a void in your life. 'When things do not go as planned, treat yourself with compassionate thoughts. Quit measuring yourself in the moment through someone else's parameters of success; this is your life journey point, and focus on creating memories on your terms,' she said. Foster a support circle where your uniqueness is celebrated and valued.
