Sharing Jacqueline Fernandez’s hand-written note, conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar released a statement addressing the reaction to their intimate pictures. Confirming that they were in a relationship, he shared, “It is sad and disturbing to see private pictures being circulated, which I have got to know through news. It is a violation of one’s privacy and personal space. Jacqueline and I were in a relationship [which] was not based on any kind of monetary benefits, like it is [being] projected. The relationship had lots of love and respect for each other, without any expectations (sic),” read the message. He added that she had no connection to the Rs 200-crore money laundering case that he is connected to. Intimate pictures of Fernandez and the conman had surfaced online amid reports of his involvement in a scam. Fernandez had then issued a statement requesting privacy.
A life worth revisiting
The life of Anant Pai, creator of the Amar Chitra Katha series of comic books centred around historical and mythological themes, will soon be translated into an audio-visual story. It will be based on the biography Uncle Pai, by Rajessh M Iyer. Filled with little-known stories, Uncle Pai traces the journey of a remarkable man and his indomitable spirit, which helped millions across India get in touch with their cultural roots.
Look who is back, online
Priyanka Chopra Jonas shared a picture on social media — her first after announcing the arrival of her baby with Nick Jonas. The duo welcomed their first child via surrogacy on January 22. “The light feels right,” she captioned the image.
Singing a different tune
Devoleena Bhattacharjee followed in the footsteps of Neha Kakkar. The singer, who had previously led fans into believing she was pregnant, only as part of promotions for an upcoming song on the subject, serves as inspiration for the telly actor. Soon after news of Bhattacharjee being engaged to Vishal Singh hit headlines yesterday, the duo took to social media to state that they were actually merely playing a prank as part of promotions of their song.
Four bypass surgeries
Sunil Grover. Pic/Yogen Shah
Asian Heart Institute reportedly confirmed that comedian and actor Sunil Grover underwent four bypass surgeries. As per the statement, Grover had an “uneventful postoperative recovery” and was discharged yesterday. Lensmen caught the actor as he made his way out of the hospital.
Sara’s favourite actor
On an AMA (Ask Me Anything) session on social media, Sara Ali Khan responded to a fan who asked her who her favourite actor is. Pat came the actor’s reply — Ranveer Singh. The duo have shared screen space in Simmba.
Pure joy
Nakuul Mehta marked son Sufi’s first birthday on social media. “365 days of unbridled joy. Excuse us for the mush, but that thing they say about parenthood is insanely true,” shared the actor. The celebration comes as a breather for Mehta, who had recently shared his harrowing experience when Sufi battled COVID-19.
Bachchan sells family home
Amitabh Bachchan sold his family home in Gulmohar Park South Delhi, where he lived with his parents, Harivansh Rai Bachchan and Teji Bachchan. Big B, who reportedly owns many luxurious properties, sold this one, called Sopaan, for Rs 23 crore. As per reports, the property was sold to Bachchan’s family friend.
Being weird
Who doesn’t love to have fun with Instagram filters? Arjun Kapoor decided to spend his downtime by trying a few new looks on the app, and shared his image with a dog filter. While industry friends cheered him on for his “cutest” look, it was buddy Parineeti Chopra’s comment that grabbed attention. “#Natural, #Nofilter,” commented the actor, who leaves no opportunity to poke fun at Kapoor.
