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Tollywood actress Lakshmi Manchu, daughter of veteran actor Mohan Babu, has found herself under the spotlight amid a publicized family feud involving her father and brother, Manchu Manoj. Fans have flooded her social media with questions regarding the conflict, but Lakshmi has chosen to remain silent, opting instead to share cryptic messages online. In the past, Lakshmi has openly spoken about the challenges she has faced within her family, particularly highlighting the gender disparity where the men have enjoyed more privileges than the women. Her decision to move from Hyderabad to Mumbai in 2023 was a pivotal step in her career, made possible with the support of actors Ram Charan and Rana Daggubati. On Thursday, Lakshmi posted a thought-provoking quote by Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius on X (formerly Twitter): “What are you afraid of losing when nothing in the world actually belongs to you.” This came a day after she shared a peaceful Instagram video of her daughter, Vidya Nirvana, captioned simply as “Peace” with an evil eye emoji.

Antony Thattil, in an intimate ceremony in Goa. The lovebirds paid homage to their cultural roots by exchanging vows in a traditional Tamil Brahmin Iyengar ceremony. In the several pictures that have now gone viral, the ‘Dasara’ actress looked resplendent in a parrot green madisar saree that was draped in the Iyengar Kattu style, while her groom looked dashing in a gold-cream-coloured veshti.

Selena Gomez unveils Benny Blanco's engagement ring and she will soon get married. The celebrity recently announced her engagement to Benny Blanco. The actress from Only Murders in the Building posted a picture of what looks to be a diamond engagement ring on Instagram on Wednesday night. «Forever begins now,» she wrote as the caption for the set of pictures, which featured her holding music producer boyfriend Blanco and another of her lounging on a picnic blanket. «Hey wait… that's my wife,» Blanco, with whom Gomez had disclosed her relationship after months of rumours back in December 2023, also commented on the post.

Iyengar ceremony. The actress looked radiant in a traditional yellow and green madisar saree, complemented by a side bun styled in the iconic Aandal Kondai. Superstar Thalapathy Vijay was one of the esteemed guests at the wedding. Take a look at the stunning pictures here:

Sagar Gangwar, son of television actress Sapna Singh Gangwar—known for her roles in Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hai and Crime Patrol—has sent shockwaves through Bareilly. Sagar’s body was discovered on Monday morning near Adalakhia village in the Izzatnagar area, two days after he went to play cricket with his 20-year-old friend, Anuj Singh Chaudhary. A Class 8 student, Sagar had been living with his maternal uncle, Rajesh Kumar Gangwar, in Bareilly, while his mother resides in Mumbai. Police have detained Chaudhary and another youth, Sunny (19), both college students, for questioning. While Sapna alleged her son’s body showed severe injuries, including a slit throat and broken limbs, authorities refuted these claims, citing the autopsy report. According to SSP Bareilly Anurag Arya, “The exact cause of death is undetermined. There are no traces of poisoning, but we suspect excessive alcohol consumption and a possible drug overdose. The report will be sent to the state forensic department for further analysis. Regarding injury claims, there were no wounds except for drag marks on the body.

Benny Blanco. The multi-talented singer, actress, and entrepreneur behind Rare Beauty joyfully shared the wonderful news with her followers on Instagram, posting images of her engagement ring with the caption, «Forever starts now...» At 32 years old, Gomez made her relationship with music producer Blanco public in December 2023, though they had been speculated to be an item since June of the previous year. The couple had collaborated professionally on Gomez's 2023 track 'Single Soon' and her 2019 song 'I Can’t Get Enough.' It's been a remarkable year for Gomez, marked by tremendous success in film, television, and now in her personal life. Earlier this year, she earned a shared best actress award at the Cannes Film Festival for her role in Emilia Perez alongside her co-stars Karla Sofía Gascón, Adriana Paz, and Zoe Saldaña. Additionally, Gomez received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her performance in Hulu's Only Murders in the Building. This week, she also garnered two Golden Globe nominations, one for Emilia Perez and another for Only Murders in the Building.

Megan Fox breaks up with Machine Gun Kelly after a devastating revelation. After learning that Machine Gun Kelly was speaking to other women behind her back, Megan Fox breaks up with him, as quoted in a report by Page Six. She became suspicious and decided to go through his phone when they went away for the Thanksgiving holiday. The 38-year-old Transformers star decided she was done with MGK, whose real name is Colson Baker, after discovering text messages involving other women. Due to previous behaviour, the actress from Jennifer's Body always had trust issues with the 34-year-old rapper and singer-songwriter. Over the past few years, they have also experienced ups and downs, but she was prepared to put that behind them.

Deepika Padukone recently made a striking public appearance at Diljit Dosanjh’s live concert in Bengaluru, marking a memorable night for fans. Videos of the actress joining the singer on stage have gone viral across social media, capturing her radiant energy. In another viral clip shared by paparazzo Viral Bhayani, Deepika was seen navigating Bengaluru’s infamous traffic. With cars stuck in a gridlock, she chose to leave her vehicle behind and walk to the venue, effortlessly interacting with fans along the way. Dressed casually yet stylishly, Deepika sported a relaxed yet polished look. She wore a white oversized “Lover” sweatshirt from Levi’s exclusive Dil-Luminati tour merchandise, paired with classic blue jeans. The ensemble, a nod to the collaboration between Levi’s and Diljit Dosanjh, highlighted a fusion of Punjabi modernity and timeless denim style. Her minimal makeup and natural charm further emphasized her chic yet approachable aesthetic, solidifying her status as a fashion icon. Fans flooded social media with admiration for her effortless grace and glowing presence, describing her as a “vision of beauty.” Comments like “She’s glowing!” and “Beautiful mummy DP” were abundant, especially as this marks her first public appearance since the birth of her daughter, Dua Padukone Singh, in September.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s former husband, Naga Chaitanya, recently entered into a second marriage with Sobhita Dhulipala in a splendid and culturally rich ceremony. The couple exchanged vows on December 4 at Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad. Meanwhile, Samantha has been focusing on her professional commitments and attending various events. In a recent appearance, the actress captivated onlookers as she performed Michael Bublé’s Feeling Good. Samantha dazzled in a stunning black gown while dancing alongside her friend and renowned fashion designer, Kresha Bajaj. Sharing the clip on her Instagram Stories, the ‘Majili’ star wrote, “The most beautiful evening it was." Amid the celebrations of Naga Chaitanya’s remarriage, Samantha received heartfelt support from her family. Her sister-in-law, Nicole Joseph, shared a touching Instagram Story, expressing her affection with the message, «Good sisters-in-law exist, and I love mine.» Nicole tagged Samantha, who re-shared the post with the caption, “Love you.”

Marcela Alcazar Rodriguez who is a 33 year old actress tragically suffered a painful death after participating in a Kambo cleansing ritual at a spiritual retreat in Durango located in Mexico, reported Daily Star. According to Daily Star, the ritual actually involves ingesting venom from the Amazonian giant monkey frog which is pretty famously known for its hallucinogenic properties and its ability to induce severe vomiting and diarrhea as part of a detoxification process. Recent reports indicate towards the fact that after consuming the potion, Marcela Alcazar Rodriguez experienced some violent spasms and was immediately rushed to a Red Cross hospital where she eventually succumbed just few hours later. Also Read:Jill Biden's Christmas decor at White House dubbed as ugly, and fans beg for Melania to return soon

The Devil Wears Prada, actress Emily Blunt has sparked fresh hopes for her return. The actress, who played the sarcastic and somewhat irritable assistant Emily in the original film, recently hinted at the possibility of reprising her role in The Devil Wears Prada 2. While no official confirmation has been made, Blunt’s comments at the Red Sea International Film Festival has left fans speculating.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu made her first social media appearance following her ex-husband Naga Chaitanya’s grand wedding to actress Sobhita Dhulipala on Wednesday. In the early hours of Thursday, Samantha took to Instagram Stories to share a celebratory post from the Russo Brothers about the success of her web series, 'Citadel: Honey Bunny. The Avengers: Endgame', and attached a caption that read, «What a journey. Such an honor to work on Citadel: Honey Bunny with the incredible @RajandDK.» Despite ongoing chatter about the wedding and some fans dragging Samantha into the conversation, the Theri actress kept her focus firmly on her professional achievements. She also reshared a post from her newlywed sister-in-law, who had expressed admiration for Samantha as a supportive in-law. In response, Samantha reciprocated the love, showcasing her graciousness amidst the buzz. “Good sisters-in-law exist, and I love mine,” she wrote. For those unfamiliar, Samantha and Naga Chaitanya tied the knot in 2017 after years of dating but amicably separated in 2021. Meanwhile, Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita’s intimate wedding has become a major topic of discussion. Nagarjuna Akkineni, Chaitanya’s father, shared heartfelt moments from the celebration on social media, expressing his emotions.

Bill Maher is contemplating quitting his long running HBO talk show ‘Real Time’ due to his exhaustion with discussing US President- elect Donald Trump, reported Express US. According to Express US, during a recent episode of his ‘Club Random’ podcast with actress Jane Fonda, Bill Maher expressed his frustration while stating that he is actually scared about the prospect of Donald Trump's second term and eventually indicated that he might no longer want to cover political topics dominated by Donald Trump. He has been pretty vocal about his disdain for Donald Trump since before the 2016 US Presidential election while labeling him a ‘con man’ and a ‘mafia boss’.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently added a fresh update to her Instagram Stories amidst the buzz surrounding Naga Chaitanya's upcoming wedding. The actress shared a clip featuring a young girl standing up to a boy who had disrespected her. The girl confidently takes him down, ending the confrontation with a calm and composed smile. In the caption accompanying the video, Samantha wrote, “Fight Like A Girl,” inspiring her followers with the empowering message. Meanwhile, Samantha seems unbothered by the chatter surrounding her ex-husband Naga Chaitanya’s nuptials. However, recently in a media interaction, she obliquely referred to how she found gifts given by an ex “useless.” Although the actress didn’t mention a name, netizens assumed she was taking a dig at Naga Chaitanya.

Naga Chaitanya is gearing up to marry actress Sobhita Dhulipala on December 4 in Hyderabad. Their wedding has become the talk of the town with guest-list being discussed widely. Meanwhile, an old photo from Chaitanya’s first marriage to actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu has resurfaced online, drawing attention and sparking conversation among netizens who asked the actress to delete the photo. Chaitanya and Samantha were married in October 2017, and the following month, Samantha shared a heartfelt birthday post for her then-husband on Instagram. The photo, which showed Samantha giving a peck on Chaitanya’s cheek, was accompanied by a loving caption expressing her affection and prayers for his happiness. As news of Chaitanya’s wedding to Sobhita Dhulipala gained traction, Samantha’s old post went viral, leading to a wave of comments urging her to “delete it”. Many users on social media expressed surprise at seeing the post reappear on their feeds and suggested that it was time to move on from the past. A user expressed support for Samantha, encouraging her to stay strong and reminding her that she deserves much more.

As Naga Chaitanya prepares to marry actress Sobhita Dhulipala, fans have turned their attention to his old Instagram posts. Despite moving forward in life, Naga has kept a heartfelt poster from his 2019 film 'Majili' featuring his ex-wife Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The poster captures a tender moment between their characters, symbolizing the professional success they once shared.

Aliya Fakhri, actress Nargis Fakhri's sister, was arrested in New York on charges of murdering her ex-boyfriend and his female friend. The incident took place on November 26, and according to Daily News, District Attorney Melinda Katz said, “This defendant maliciously ended the lives of two people by setting a fire that trapped a man and woman in a raging inferno. The victims tragically died from smoke inhalation and thermal injuries.” Aliya has been denied bail as of now.

Bryan Johnson, a 45-year-old millionaire entrepreneur and the visionary behind the ‘Blueprint’ project aimed at reversing aging, is presently in Mumbai. Renowned for his innovative strategies in longevity science, the tech entrepreneur offered a sneak peek into his visit to Antilia, the opulent home of the Ambani family, through his official Instagram account. Johnson, who is visiting India to promote his book Don't Die, shared his enthusiasm about the opportunity to spend time with the billionaire family.

Jennifer Lopez, who has spent over two decades in Hollywood, recently shared insights into her journey as a Latina actress navigating stereotypes and imposter syndrome. Speaking on Variety's Awards Circuit podcast, Lopez highlighted how self-belief and persistence helped her overcome the barriers she faced in an industry still evolving in its portrayal of diversity.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently lost her father. Joseph Prabhu breathed his last on November 29. The ‘Ye Maaya Chesave’ star broke the news through a short but emotional post. Taking to Instagram Stories, she penned, “Until we meet again, Dad.” and added a broken-hearted emoji. The late Joseph Prabhu was known to be reticent and was not seen in public with his famous daughter. However, an old social media post of his, where he came to Samantha’s defense after her divorce from her ‘Majili’ co-star Naga Chaitanya, is currently going viral. In 2021, Joseph responded to his daughter Samantha’s divorce from her ex-husband Naga Chaitanya by sharing a heartfelt throwback photo of the couple from their wedding along with an acerbic post that read: “Long, long ago, there was a story. And it doesn’t exist anymore. So, let’s start a new story and a new chapter.”