As Pride Month is celebrated across the globe, Shefali Shah has shared a personal tribute to the LGBTQIA+ community through a poem she penned and recited herself. The video, featuring individuals from the community expressing themselves with confidence and joy, is paired with Shefali’s heartfelt words on love, identity, and acceptance. The message reflects the spirit of Pride—authenticity, inclusivity, and solidarity.
Shefali Shah pens poetic tribute celebrating LGBTQIA+ community for Pride Month
Through this tribute, Shefali once again proves that her impact extends well beyond her roles on screen. Known for her layered performances and undeniable talent, Shefali Shah has carved a niche for herself in Indian cinema with critically acclaimed work in projects such as Delhi Crime, Darlings, Dil Dhadakne Do, and Human. Her screen presence is commanding, and her portrayals consistently leave a lasting impression on audiences.
But Shefali’s voice is just as powerful off-screen. She has been a fierce advocate for women, often using her platform to speak about strength, resilience, and empowerment. Whether it’s highlighting real stories or championing important causes, Shefali continues to inspire by standing up for what matters.
In celebrating Pride, she reminds us once again that art has the power to unite, uplift, and spark change.
Bollywood star Varun Dhawan is gearing up to appear alongside Ahan Shetty, son of Suniel Shetty, in the forthcoming movie Border 2. The film’s third shooting schedule has kicked off at the National Defence Academy in Pune. During a break, Varun and Ahan decided to explore the city, but ended up getting lost.
Varun Dhawan and Ahan Shetty take an unexpected metro adventure: “Lost in Pune”
On Friday, Varun Dhawan shared a video on his Instagram Stories featuring himself, Ahan Shetty, and a crew member during their travels. In the clip, Varun says, “Guys, we are right now in Pune and we are pretty lost. So Ahan and I are getting on this metro and trying to get to our hotel. It’s been a crazy night. We’ll let you know if we get to our hotel soon.” He captioned the video with, “On a crazy adventure.”
Ahan Shetty also posted the video, along with a photo of himself and Varun Dhawan waiting on the metro platform. He captioned it, “On an adventure with Varun Dhawan.”
Border 2 is the sequel to JP Dutta’s 1997 hit Border. The film features Diljit Dosanjh, Sunny Deol, Ahan Shetty, and Varun Dhawan in prominent roles.
Directed by Anurag Singh, known for helming the 2019 film Kesari starring Akshay Kumar, the movie is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, J.P. Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta. It is scheduled to hit theatres on January 23, 2026.
Raanjhanaa fan screening: Dhanush jokes “Be it in North or South, all boys are the same”: reveals why he and writer Himanshu Sharma wanted to “KILL each other”: “I was ANGRY with him as I used to dub Tamil films in a day while dubbing for Raanjhanaa took 8-9 days” : Bollywood News
The fan screening of Raanjhanaa (2013) was held at a multiplex in Mumbai on the occasion of its 12th anniversary by DIY Solutions and was attended by the film’s team – actors Dhanush and Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub, then-child-actor Naman Jain, director Aanand L Rai, writer Himanshu Sharma and lyricist Irshad Kamil. Sonam Kapoor couldn’t make it and the team kept a picture of her on the seat. The event began with the screening of the film after which stand-up comic Devansh Singh entertained the crowd. Laksh Maheshwari, then, in his trademark style narrated the film’s story and also hosted the talk.
Raanjhanaa fan screening: Dhanush jokes “Be it in North or South, all boys are the same”: reveals why he and writer Himanshu Sharma wanted to “KILL each other”: “I was ANGRY with him as I used to dub Tamil films in a day while dubbing for Raanjhanaa took 8-9 days”
Dhanush began by saying, “Har Har Mahadev!” He continued, “12 years later, you guys are still here to watch this film. My heartfelt thanks to all of you. As he (Laksh Maheshwari) said, this is not our film anymore. So, you guys are here to celebrate your film!”
He added, “None of the scenes were tough for me. I deal with all the scenes in the same way. The toughest part was the dubbing. I dubbed myself. Now, I can at least say a few words, but back then, I did not know the Hindi language. Himanshu and I wanted to kill each other. Himanshu would be there when I was dubbing. He would correct me. I’ll say ‘Baabi’ and he’ll say, ‘Its Bhabhi’. I’ll argue, ‘I said the same thing’! He would remark that its ‘Bha’ and I would pronounce it as ‘Ba’! Hence, it was tougher for him than for me. However, I was very angry with him as I used to dub Tamil films in a day while dubbing for Raanjhanaa took 8-9 days. It kept going and I was getting frustrated.”
The host asked Dhanush if it was difficult for him to adapt to the body language of a North Indian man. The superstar quipped, “That’s not true. I didn’t do anything. Body language means what? All boys are the same!”
He then stated, “I just copied what Himanshu told me. I didn’t understand the pronunciation, which word to stress and also the body language like you said. He would send me voice notes every night. He used to talk so fast that I thought it was better I would prepare without the voice notes (smiles)!”
Sanjay Leela Bhansali has carved a distinct space for himself in Indian cinema with his signature storytelling style and visual richness. Known for bringing grandeur to the screen, his films often blend strong narratives with striking visuals. Music has always been a vital element in his work, serving not just as a backdrop but as a storytelling tool in itself. His soundtracks often draw from traditional and folk roots, giving them a wider global resonance. On World Music Day, here’s a look at 7 memorable tracks from his films that continue to leave a lasting impression.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s musical moments 7 songs that celebrate his signature sound
‘Saiyaan Hatto Jaao’ – Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar
‘Saiyaan Hatto Jaao’ from Bhansali’s debut series Heeramandi beautifully showcases feminine grace and elegance. Featuring Aditi Rao Hydari and Fardeen Khan in a sensuous setting, this soothing classical track, sung by Barnali Chattopadhyay, became an internet sensation for its enchanting melody.
‘Laal Ishq’ – Goliyon ki Rasleela: Ram Leela
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Laal Ishq’ from Goliyon Ki Raasleela: Ram-Leela, featuring Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh, is a mesmerizing love ballad. Composed by Bhansali and sung soulfully by Arijit Singh, it beautifully captures the depth and passion of true love.
‘Tadap Tadap’ – Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
‘Tadap Tadap’ is a timeless cult classic and one of the most iconic breakup songs ever. From Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film starring Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai, this heartfelt track, sung by K.K. and Dominique Cerejo, still touches our souls today.
‘Sakal Ban’ – Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar
‘Sakal Ban’ from Heeramandi is the first song released under Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s music label, Bhansali Music. Sung by Raja Hasan, this beautiful track blends rich Indian classical tunes and features all the leading ladies of the series.
‘Maar Daala’ – Devdas
This gem from SLB’s Devdas is filled with passion. Sung by KK and Kavita Krishnamurthy, it’s one of the film’s most beloved tracks. Featuring Madhuri Dixit’s iconic dance, she truly brought the beautiful lyrics and emotions to life on screen.
‘Aayat’ – Bajirao Mastani
‘Aayat’ from Bajirao Mastani, starring Deepika and Ranveer, is a soulful favourite. The song beautifully captures pain, passion, longing, sacrifice, and love, wrapped in slow, mesmerizing music that creates an unforgettable, hauntingly emotional atmosphere.
‘Binte Dil’ – Padmaavat
‘Binte Dil’ from Padmaavat beautifully expresses longing, love, and sacrifice. Arijit Singh’s soulful rendition, especially his flawless handling of the Arabic lyrics, combined with haunting music, perfectly complements Ranveer Singh’s intense performance alongside Jim Sarbh’s captivating presence.
