Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor took the stage at the FICCI Young Leaders Summit in Mumbai and delivered a candid and emotional talk on his struggles with obesity, mental health and the profound loss of his mother Mona Shourie Kapoor. He stressed the importance of normalising therapy and embracing vulnerability as a strength rather than a weakness.

Kapoor revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic was a turning point for him. “I started therapy after realising that I hadn’t taken care of myself for a decade.” He also reflected on the emotional storm of his mother’s death in 2012, saying, “I was mourning and celebrating at the same time. I became a star overnight, but I was only running away from my pain.”

On his weight battle, Kapoor shared, “Losing 50 kilos took me four years. It was as much a mental battle as a physical one. I was lucky to have my mother’s support, but many people don’t have that kind of emotional or financial backing. When you lose your backbone at 25, what can the world do to you?”

He urged younger people to value mental health and therapy. “There’s nothing wrong with being vulnerable,” Kapoor emphasised, adding that “the strongest people are those who can acknowledge their emotions.” He described therapy as a “safe outlet for expression, helping individuals feel empowered and sensible.”

In closing, he encouraged the audience to “wear their emotions with pride” and insisted that one “can be emotional and still be powerful.”

Kapoor’s comments come at a time when mental-health dialogue in Bollywood is growing more open, and his personal confession adds a strong voice to the discussion.

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The eighth episode of Two Much With Kajol And Twinkle featured Vicky Kaushal and Kriti Sanon and it made for a fun watch as they have never been paired together. Vicky raised laughs as he reacted to being called the ‘Green Flag Man’.

Vicky said, “I’ve received excellent training. Ab main Green Flag se Green Forest banna chahta hoon. Fir Green Planet banna chahta hoon. Fir achanak se Green Universe ban jaunga. I’m not going to stop. I’ll become green, greener, greenest!”

Vicky was asked how he met his wife Katrina. He replied, “I met Katrina Kaif backstage at an award show that I was hosting. She was there as a guest.” Kriti asked him, “Is this when you danced on 'Chinki Chameli' with her?” Vicky said, “I think so, yeah.”

He continued, “In fact, I met her the first time on stage and then we went backstage. I still remember that I had to take an entry, she had to take an entry and there was Sunil Grover along with me. The three of us were standing. Sunil and Katrina had shot Bharat (2019). So, they were like pally and friends. Sunil Grover introduced me to her. For the first 5 minutes of me meeting with Katrina, she trained me how to host the show! This was when we were going to go on stage just to say, 'Goodnight, everyone. Thank you for coming'. I have hosted the entire show, it’s all done!”

Vicky added, “It was like, 'Hi, I am Katrina', 'Hi, I am Vicky'. Then, she immediately told me, 'You know what? You shouldn't care about the audience. You should always do so-and-so'. I got a full-blown tutorial about how to host an award show, which I had already finished. That was my first interaction.”

Kriti Sanon then told Vicky Kaushal, “Katrina and I used to work out in the same gym. When she started dating you, her playlist suddenly changed. Suddenly, her playlist had Punjabi music. I looked at her and asked her, 'Is this your playlist?' Those were definitely not the songs she was listening to before.”

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The eighth episode of Two Much With Kajol And Twinkle featured Vicky Kaushal and Kriti Sanon and it made for a fun watch as they have never been paired together. The highlight was when Vicky was asked about an embarrassing situation on the sets of a film. He narrated an incident that occurred when he was shooting for Uri: The Surgical Strike (2019).

Vicky began by saying, “We were shooting in Serbia for all the action sequences. I was playing a special forces commando. So, my uniform had a lot of gadgets. One of the gadgets was a GoPro and it was on my shoulder. Director Aditya Dhar suggested, 'Let's keep it rolling. So, whatever footage we get, we'll put it in the war room scenes. This is your POV and that's what it should be'. Hence, he told me that 'Rather than shooting it separately, just keep it on'.”

Vicky continued, “The job of switching it on, during the take, and keeping it off, when the scene wasn't been shot, was given to the ADs. Of course, they used to forget. In between the shots, I would go to use the bathroom. The vanity vans in Serbia were not as lavish as the ones we have here. There, they have small trolleys. Hence, when I had to use the van, I used to bend, considering my height. Meanwhile, the GoPro was kept on my shoulder!”

Vicky Kaushal said, “A few days later, I asked my director, 'Bro, how’s the footage looking?'. He told me, 'Beta, main tujhe ek baat batana chahta hoon. Tu apna GoPro bandh kar liya kar' (laughs). I didn't understand and asked him, 'Why? What happened? We're getting extra footage'. He revealed, 'Jo footage mil raha hai, woh na tu dekhna chahega, na main dekhna chahunga lekin fir bhi main dekh raha hoon'!”

Vicky then joked, “I jokingly told Aditya Dhar, 'I cannot say no to your scripts in the future because you have some footage of mine, which I would not like to come out. Warna sach mein tauba tauba ho jaayega!”

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The third edition of the Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest and India Entertainment Awards is all set to take place on December 3 and 4 in Mumbai. Those two days will celebrate some of the biggest names from the Indian OTT space, many of whom would gather under the same roof.

Before that happens, here’s looking back at 7 faces who owned OTT in 2025:

Jaideep Ahlawat

In his role in Paatal Lok Season 2, Jaideep Ahlawat brought a deeply conflicted, haunted cop to life, one who carries the weight of institutional failure, personal loss and moral frustration. His portrayal was noted for the layered nuance — anger simmering beneath control, vulnerability peeking through toughness — which lifted a gritty streaming narrative into something memorable.

Kajol

Making a mark in the digital space through The Trial Season 2, Kajol embraced a character that required her to sink into ambiguity and internal conflict — moving away from the more assured star-persona to someone unhinged, vulnerable yet defiant. Her willingness to adapt to OTT storytelling and anchor a show upon her shoulders earned attention for its mature craft.

Manoj Bajpayee

In a streaming thriller Despatch about investigative journalism and corporate corruption, Bajpayee delivered a performance that felt lived in: the weary investigator, the man caught between bureaucracy and truth, quiet but explosive when provoked. Critics and viewers alike pointed to the calm power of his acting as the pillar around which the film worked.

Sunny Kaushal

Breaking away from lighter or more conventional roles, Kaushal embraced complexity in the streaming film Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba, where his character navigates jealousy, manipulation and moral fall-outs. The turn was remarked upon for how it allowed him to explore a darker shade, proving he’s ready to take on off-beat, riskier work in the OTT space.

Jyotika

Known more for regional work, Jyotika’s venture into Hindi OTT with Dabba Cartel was noteworthy — she played a woman whose calm surface hides deep fissures of loyalty, ambition and survival. Her performance stood out precisely because of its restraint: she didn’t oversell emotion, she earned it, which made her part of a strong ensemble very impactful.

Abhishek Banerjee

In the film Stolen, Banerjee anchored a story of kidnapping, faith and class divide with rawness. The tension in his portrayal, the moral ambiguity he embodied, and the transformation the character goes through were all pointed to as high-points of the movie and a signal of his growing heft in OTT cinema.

Zahan Kapoor

In the gritty prison-drama series Black Warrant, Zahan Kapoor impressed many with his portrayal of a young officer in the brutal environment of Tihar Jail. Viewers and reviewers alike noted how he held his own in a high-intensity ensemble, bringing a grounded voice to a character thrust into chaos and moral test.

The Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest and India Entertainment Awards is presented by SleepZ by Raymond, co-powered by Fima, Carlo Frattini, and Amante in association with Helios, Style Partner Rare Rabbit, Lovestory Patner Truly Madly, Stylish Furniture Partner Uraban Ladder, with healthcare partner HCG, skincare partner Fixferma, Spirituality partner Satvik, conversation partner Bevzilla, gourmet dessert partner Smoor, nutrition partner The Naturik Co., radio partner Radio City and celebration partner Heineken Silver.

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Siddhant Chaturvedi has impressed audiences ever since he made his film debut with Gully Boy (2019). Recently, he proved his worth yet again with Dhadak 2 (2025). Bollywood Hungama has learned that he has now bagged a film based on the legendary director, actor, producer and writer V Shantaram. The talented performer will play the lead role in this film, which has been titled Chitrapati V Shantaram.

A source told Bollywood Hungama, “This will be Siddhant’s biggest film to date and also his most ambitious one. With his past work, he has made it clear that he has oodles of talent. This motivated the makers of Chitrapati V Shantaram to sign him for the lead role. The film is in pre-production right now and Siddhant is working very hard to get into the character.”

The source further said, “V Shantaram’s contribution to the Indian film industry is immense and with this film, the younger generation will learn about it. Chitrapati V Shantaram will throw light on how this man, born in abject poverty in Kolhapur, learned filmmaking under Baburao Painter in Pune, and then left an unforgettable mark in the Hindi film industry with movies like Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje (1955), Do Aankhen Barah Haath (1957), etc. This film will also educate viewers that he was a trendsetter - he was the first one to cast women, the first one to sell film music rights and the first filmmaker to attempt a colour film. His films, made at Prabhat Studios, won praise at Cannes, Venice and Berlin Film Festivals and was also honoured with a Golden Globe in the year 1959. Not many are aware that Charlie Chaplin had praised V Shantaram's work and also about his rivalry with Bombay's (present-day Mumbai) elite filmmakers. Hence, the biopic will not just be enlightening but also entertaining and dramatic.”

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The 70th birthday of producer Boney Kapoor turned into a star-studded family affair, as the entire Kapoor clan gathered to celebrate the special milestone in grand style. The intimate yet luxurious celebration was held on a beautifully decorated lawn, illuminated with canopy lights and featuring a live orchestra that set the perfect festive tone for the evening.

The bash saw the presence of Boney’s children — Janhvi Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor, and Anshula Kapoor — alongside his brothers Anil Kapoor and Sanjay Kapoor, who were joined by their wives, Sunita and Maheep Kapoor, respectively. Also in attendance were the Kapoor sister Reena and her husband Sandeep Marwah, making it a complete family get-together. Adding a personal touch to the night, Janhvi’s rumoured boyfriend, Shikhar Pahariya, was also seen at the celebration, marking his presence at another important Kapoor family event.

Anshula Kapoor, who recently got engaged, took to Instagram to share a heartwarming post for her father. Sharing glimpses from the evening, she wrote, “Everywhere I go, someone always mentions your kindness, your generosity, and the warmth you carry wherever you are @boney.kapoor. You’ve given so much love to the world, and I hope it all comes back to you today. Happy birthday, Dad. Love you.”

 

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Arjun Kapoor too penned an emotional note alongside a series of photos, including moments from the party and old memories with his father. He wrote, “Happy Birthday, Dad. You’ve spent your life building, creating, giving to family, to films, to everyone who crosses your path. Thank you for teaching me what it means to show up with heart, to keep evolving, and to always move forward. I’m proud to be your son.”

 

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Meanwhile, Boney’s brothers Anil and Sanjay Kapoor added their own wishes on social media. Sanjay shared a cheerful photo with his brothers, writing, “Happy 70th birthday big brother/father @boney.kapoor,” while Anil expressed his emotions with a nostalgic message, saying, “Hard to believe how many memories, laughs, and adventures we’ve lived through together. Wishing you all the happiness, love, and good health always.”

 

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From heartfelt tributes to the joyous family reunion, Boney Kapoor’s 70th birthday bash was truly a celebration of love, legacy, and togetherness.

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Shefali Shah’s portrayal of DCP—now DIG—Vartika Chaturvedi has long been one of the strongest pillars of Delhi Crime, a series that has earned global acclaim and remains India’s only International Emmy Award-winning show. With Season 3 gearing up for release, anticipation is at an all-time high, and Shefali’s recent fan interaction has further fuelled excitement around the upcoming chapter.

During an Instagram Q&A, a fan asked her about the most fulfilling moment she has experienced while playing Vartika. Shefali responded with characteristic honesty, saying the “love and respect” she continues to receive from viewers means the most to her, adding that being addressed as “Madam Sir” has become a cherished sentiment over the years. Her response underlines the emotional bond she shares with audiences—a connection strengthened since Delhi Crime first debuted.

The much-awaited Season 3 trailer released earlier this month, offering a glimpse into what is being described as the show’s most expansive narrative yet. Moving beyond Delhi, the new season widens its world across Assam, Rohtak, and several other regions as the investigation stretches across state lines. Produced by Golden Karavan and SK Global Entertainment, and directed by Tanuj Chopra, the series also brings together a compelling ensemble cast including Rasika Dugal, Rajesh Tailang, Huma Qureshi, Sayani Gupta, Mita Vashisht, Anshumaan Pushkar, and Kelly Dorji.

At the heart of the story is DIG Vartika Chaturvedi, who begins probing a string of unexplained disappearances. As she and her team dig deeper, they uncover a chilling pattern pointing to systemic rot fuelled by fear, corruption, and silence. The investigation eventually reveals one recurring name across multiple cities—Badi Didi, played by Huma Qureshi. Described as ruthless, strategic, and perpetually ahead of the system, she emerges as the silent architect of a far-reaching criminal network.

What follows is an intense psychological standoff between two formidable women, each driven by conviction and unwilling to back down. With Shefali Shah bringing her trademark depth, restraint, and empathy to Vartika, the new season promises a gripping clash of ideologies as much as a crime thriller.

As Delhi Crime 3 prepares to return, Shefali’s reflections highlight why Vartika Chaturvedi remains one of the most respected and beloved characters in Indian storytelling—steadfast, human, and unafraid to confront the truth.

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