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Dabangg director Abhinav Kashyap calls Salman Khan a “gunda” not interested in acting. In other news, Aly Goni responds to trolling after Ganpati celebrations with Jasmine Bhasin.
‘Salman Khan Is A Gunda’, Says Abhinav Kashyap; Aly Goni Explains Why He Didn’t Chant Ganpati Bappa Morya
As Dabangg nears its 15th anniversary, filmmaker Abhinav Kashyap has once again opened up about his bitter fallout with Salman Khan and his family. Kashyap, who directed the 2010 blockbuster that launched one of Bollywood’s biggest franchises, has alleged that his refusal to helm Dabangg 2 led to a campaign of sabotage against him. In an interview with SCREEN, Abhinav said, “Salman is never involved. He is not even interested in acting, and he hasn’t been since the last 25 years. He does a favour by turning up to work. He is more into the power of being a celebrity, but he is not interested in acting. He is a gunda (goon).”
Former Bigg Boss contestant Aly Goni has responded to the wave of trolling he faced online after a video from Mumbai’s Ganpati celebrations went viral. The clip showed him standing silently while his girlfriend, actress Jasmine Bhasin, and others chanted “Ganpati Bappa Morya.” In a conversation with Filmygyan, Aly said, “I didn’t even realise it. I was lost in my thoughts. I never imagined something like this could create such a big issue. This was my first time attending Ganpati celebrations…I usually don’t go. I didn’t know what exactly I was supposed to do there, and I always worry that I might unintentionally do something wrong,” he said. He further added, “It’s not allowed in my religion, hum puja nahi karte hai. We have one belief — we offer namaz, we pray, and we respect all religions. It is written in the Quran that we must respect everyone, and I do.”
For More: ‘Not Allowed In My Religion’: Aly Goni Explains Why He Didn’t Chant Ganpati Bappa Morya
Bigg Boss 19’s Weekend Ka Vaar turned into an emotional evening as Salman Khan went from blasting housemates for their behaviour to breaking down himself when contestant Kunickaa Sadanand had a surprise moment with her son, Ayaan Lal. Expressing his pride, Ayaan told her, “Pura Hindustan aapko dekh raha hai, you are killing it. Everybody at home, your 12-year-old granddaughters, me, your elder son, your bahu, everyone who you have touched is proud of you. The kinnar samaj that you have helped as a lawyer, they are calling me. Whatever I am today, it’s because of you. I’m the luckiest man in the world to have you as my mother.”
For More: Bigg Boss 19: Salman Khan CRIES As Kunickaa Sadanand Opens Up On Mother’s Struggles
Bollywood’s love affair with soulful romances continues with Saiyaara, the much-talked-about debut of Ahaan Panday opposite Aneet Padda. After winning hearts on the big screen with its poignant story and mesmerizing music, the film is all set to premiere on Netflix on September 12, 2025, giving fans another chance to experience its emotional journey.
Malayalam superstar Mammootty is celebrating his 74th birthday today. On this special occasion, his son Dulquer Salmaan, the producer of ‘Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra’, shared a special poster of the film, confirming that the superstar indeed plays the mysterious rile of ‘Moothon’ (The Elder) in this fantasy thriller. Lokah actress Kalyani Priyadarshan also confirmed the same, and wished ‘Moothon’ a happy birthday by sharing a behind-the-scenes picture with him from the sets.
For More: Lokah: Kalyani Priyadarshan CONFIRMS Mammootty As ‘Moothon’, Drops BTS Pic On His Birthday
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September 07, 2025, 21:52 IST
