In the early hours of 7th May, India launched ‘Operation Sindoor,’ carrying out missile strikes on nine terror infrastructure sites in Pakistan in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. While the country is hailing the Indian Armed Forces for a strong response against the horrifying attack, Pakistani actors Mahira Khan and Hania Aamir have condemened the strikes. Mahira Khan, one of the most prominent Pakistani actresses, who has shared the screen with Shah Rukh Khan in Raees, reposted writer Fatima Bhutto’s tweet criticizing the strikes and added, “Seriously cowardly!!! May Allah protect our country, may better sense prevail. Ameen." Meanwhile, Hania Aamir, who has been making headlines since India blocked the accounts of Pakistani actors in the country, also reacted to Operation Sindoor in her one-word post. Hania took to her Instagram and wrote, “Cowardly." About Operation Sindoor The operation, which was greenlit following a high-level security meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 29, included strikes on key strongholds of banned terror outfits. As per PTI, these included the Jaish-e-Mohammad’s base in Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba’s sprawling markaz in Muridke, located near Lahore. Additional targets in PoK included Kotli and Muzaffarabad, regions known to host camps and training grounds for both LeT and JeM. The Indian Ministry of Defence, in a statement issued at 1:44 am IST, confirmed the launch of Operation Sindoor, stating: “A little while ago, the Indian armed forces launched ‘Operation Sindoor,’ hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir from where terrorist attacks against India have been planned and directed.” India Bans Pakistani Actors' Accounts Following the horrific Pahalgam terror attack, the Indian government is tightening the noose around Pakistani nationals. As India makes all efforts to fight back against the neighboring country, the government decided to attack the digital space earlier, with the Instagram accounts of many Pakistani artists now blocked and inaccessible in India.
07 May,2025 07:59 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Sonakshi Sinha has come out in support of content creator and actress Kusha Kapila after she boldly responded to a troll who left an obscene comment on her recent vacation photos. On Monday, Sonakshi took to her Instagram stories to applaud Kusha for calling out the inappropriate behavior publicly. Sharing Kusha’s post, the 'Akira' actress wrote, “Well done on calling out these low lives @kusha kapila!! I think we al need to name and shame them…hazaar gaali padegi, Instagram spam ho jayega aur nani yaaad aa jayegi.”(sic) Kusha Kapila strongly responded to a social media user after he left an inappropriate comment on her vacation pictures. Lashing out at the troll, Kusha publicly called out the individual, labeling his behavior as “disgusting” and unacceptable. Without hiding the name and face of the troll, who went by the name Satyan Singh on the social media platform, Kusha condemned his actions, describing them as “disgusting, unhealed, auraless behaviour.” Kapila wrote, “Satyam ki wajah se kitney logon ki mental health kharab rehti hogi. I offer to pay for two years worth of therapy and inner work for you so you don't feel compelled to show your darindigi at the sight of a happy woman. Write to me on thaapadmarungi@sudharjasaale.com (sic).” The user later apologized to Kusha in her DMs. This isn't the first time Kusha Kapila has responded to online hate and abuse. Following her divorce from Zorawar Singh Ahluwalia in June 2023, she faced significant trolling and backlash on social media. Work-wise, Kusha made her acting debut in 2020 with Karan Johar’s “Ghost Stories.” Since then, she has appeared in numerous projects, including the shows “Masaba Masaba”, “Life Hill Gayi” and the film “Sukhee,” among others. On the other hand, Sonakshi Sinha is preparing for the release of her upcoming film, "Nikita Roy." Directed by her brother, Kussh S. Sinha, the film is set to hit theatres on May 30, 2025. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
06 May,2025 01:54 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSAfter Instagram accounts of Pakistani artists, including actors Mahira Khan, Hania Aamir and Ali Zafar, were no longer accessible in India, Pakistani singer Abida Parveen's Instagram account has also been blocked in the country. "Account not available in India. This is because we complied with a legal request to restrict this content," read the message by Instagram on Abida Parveen's account. India had earlier announced a ban on 16 Pakistani YouTube channels for spreading provocative and communally sensitive content and misinformation against India, its Army and security agencies in the backdrop of the tragic Pahalgam terror incident in Jammu and Kashmir. The action followed the recommendations of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). "On the recommendations of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India has banned some Pakistani YouTube channels for disseminating provocative and communally sensitive content, false and misleading narratives and misinformation against India, its Army and security agencies in the backdrop of the tragic Pahalgam terror incident in Jammu and Kashmir," a government source had told ANI. No Pakistani actors have worked in the Indian film industry since 2016, when terrorists attacked an Indian Army base in Uri. Pakistani actor Fawad Khan's comeback film Abir Gulaal did not release in India. Sources in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said that the film, which also stars Vaani Kapoor, will not be released in India. Fawad was last seen in the Bollywood film 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016).' The terror attack on April 22 in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam targeted tourists, killing 26 people. Following the Pahalgam terror attack, India has taken strong measures against Pakistan for its support of cross-border terrorism. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
05 May,2025 02:43 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIIt is well known that Pakistani actress Hania Aamir enjoys a massive fan base in India. But following the Pahalgam terror attack, the Indian government decided to take strict action against the neighbouring country by geo-blocking well-known Pakistani celebrities’ accounts, including Hania Aamir, Mahira Khan, Fawad Khan, Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, and Ali Zafar. Now, many Indians have decided to subscribe to VPN services to access their favourite stars' accounts. Indians rely on VPN to access Hania’s account When Indian users attempt to access the Instagram accounts of these popular Pakistani celebs, they are met with the following message: “Account not available in India. This is because we complied with a legal request to restrict this content.” But now netizens have found a workaround by subscribing to VPN services. Several users have gone to the comment section of Hania’s posts to show their support for her, and the actress is seen reacting to a few comments. As one user went to her social media and wrote, “Hello Hania, VPN ka subscription liya sirf tumhare liye. Love from India,” the actress replied to the comment saying, “Love you.” While reacting to Hania’s post, another user commented, “Tension mat lijiye, hum VPN lagakar aa gaye,” and the actress, overwhelmed with the love, replied saying, “Ro doongi.” More about Hania Aamir The dimpled beauty of Pakistan, Hania Aamir, has become a popular name on Hindi television across India and Pakistan and is often regarded as the national crush of Pakistan. She is remembered for her roles in Pakistani dramas Ishqiya, Titli, Dilruba, and Mujhe Pyar Hua Tha. The actress made headlines for her recent project Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum with Fahadh Mustafa. Hania Aamir has also made headlines for her rumoured relationship with Indian rapper Badshah. The duo sparked dating rumours after they were seen spending time together in Dubai. Badshah, while talking to Sahitya Aaj Tak, denied the dating rumours with Hania and said that they are just good friends with a deep connection. He further added that their relationship is often misinterpreted, and people assume many things.
04 May,2025 08:59 AM IST | MumbaiVirat Kohli became the topic of social media chatter after he put out a clarification post without naming anyone. After he shared the post, several users wondered whom Virat was pointing at. So, here’s what happened: it was yesterday morning when netizens noticed that Kohli’s verified account had liked a post from a fan page of Avneet Kaur. The post featured Avneet Kaur posing for hot pictures. After the news of Virat liking the post went viral, social media was flooded with several hilarious memes. This also caught Virat's attention, who later put out a clarification note and blamed the 'algorithm'. Virat Kohli’s clarification The star batsman took to his Instagram Story to share a short note to clear the air. In the post, the star batter, without naming anyone, stated that the like seemed to be a mistake caused by the "app's algorithm" while he was "clearing his feed." "I'd like to clarify that while clearing my feed, it appears the algorithm may have mistakenly registered an interaction. There was absolutely no intent behind it. I request that no unnecessary assumptions be made. Thank you for your understanding," read his Instagram Story. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) As Kohli put out the clarification, fans reacted to it. One wrote, "Even if he liked some post, what is the problem?" Another commented, "Banda ek post kar de to pura India hil jata hai." A third fan wrote, "So what's the big deal if he liked someone else's pic?" Meanwhile, Team India stalwart Virat Kohli on Wednesday shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, wishing his wife and actress Anushka Sharma a happy birthday. The caption read: "To my best friend, my life partner, my safe space, my best half, my everything. You’re the guiding light of all of our lives. We love you so much more every day. Happy birthday my love ❤️❤️❤️ @anushkasharma." Virat Kohli on the work front Virat is currently playing in IPL 2025. During the ongoing season, the right-handed batter is sitting in third place among the highest run-scorers, with 443 runs in 10 innings at an average of 63.28, a strike rate of almost 139, and six fifties, with a best score of 73*. His side is in second place on the table with seven wins and three losses, and they will host Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at home on Saturday. CSK was the first team to be knocked out of the playoff race this week.
03 May,2025 04:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAfter several Pakistani actors, including Hania Aamir, had their social media accounts banned in India, a statement alleged to be Aamir's started circulating on social media. In this viral statement, the actress was seen blaming the Pakistan Army for the Pahalgam terror attack. Now, the actress has broken her silence and addressed the viral comment. Hania Aamir/Amir on instagram issued a public statement over fake statements that are being posted on social media platforms using her name/pretending to be her! pic.twitter.com/F04d9yXvwS — resplay era 🤸🏻♀️ (@rayainalif) May 1, 2025 A screenshot of Hania Aamir's recent statement is circulating online. In a new post, Hania said, “Recently, a statement has been falsely attributed to me and is being widely circulated on social media. I want to address this directly: I did not make this statement, and I do not endorse or align with the words being linked to me. It is entirely fabricated and misrepresents who I am and what I believe.” She further continued and added, “That being said, this is a deeply sensitive and emotional time. My heart goes out to the innocent lives lost and the families affected by the recent tragedy. Pain like this is real, and it deserves empathy — not politicisation. In times like these, it's easy to let emotions cloud our judgment, but we must remember: the actions of extremists do not represent an entire nation or its people. Assigning blame without proof only deepens divides and distracts from the real need for compassion, justice, and healing.” “To my beloved supporters, your love means everything to me. I kindly ask everyone to check the truth before sharing and to approach these difficult times with kindness and clarity. Let us honor those impacted by choosing empathy, truth, and togetherness. I remain committed to spreading positivity and respect in all that I do. With sincere condolences and hope for peace,” she concluded. Hania’s Instagram account blocked As India makes all efforts to fight back against the neighbouring country, the target this time is the digital landscape, with the Instagram accounts of many Pakistani artists now blocked and inaccessible in India. While the Instagram accounts of actor Fawad Khan, Mawra Hocane, singer Atif Aslam, and Pasoori hitmakers Ali Sethi and Shae Gill are still accessible, the social media accounts of two of the most loved Pakistani actors — Hania Aamir and Mahira Khan — have been blocked in India. Hania's viral statement A controversial statement allegedly made by Hania has been going viral. A part of it reads, "The Pakistani army and Islamic terrorists are behind the terrorist attack that took place in Pahalgam. Then why are you punishing us?"
02 May,2025 12:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentChhaya Kadam has been dominating headlines for all the right reasons for quite some time, but it looks like things have changed as the Laapataa Ladies star is now creating buzz for claiming to have tasted the meat of protected wild species including mouse deer, rabbits, wild boar, monitor lizard, and porcupine. It is now said that Kadam will face legal action, as the forest department is preparing to launch an inquiry. Chhaya Kadam in legal trouble As per FPJ's report, the forest department has formed a team to track down those who helped Kadam obtain the meat. Rakesh Bhoir, the investigating officer in the case, shared with the portal, “We got in touch with Kadam over the phone, where she informed us that she is out of town for a professional trip and will return only after four days. She has informed us she is seeking legal advice and will appear before us for the investigation.” “Based on the video interview Kadam gave to a radio channel, we will track down the poachers in the area where the alleged activity took place and ensure that strict action is taken against the culprits,” another officer said on condition of anonymity. NGO files complaint Earlier, a Mumbai-based NGO, Plant and Animal Welfare Society (PAWS), had also decided to take the legal route against Kadam. The NGO alerted the Conservator of Forests and Divisional Forest Officer in Thane, requesting them to take strict action against the All We Imagine As Light actress and others involved in the illegal activity. The NGO, in their request, claimed that Chhaya's statement can spread a dangerous message to the public, especially her fans, and also that it amounts to an offense under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. PAWS further urged officials to apply relevant provisions of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002, and treat the interview as a self-admission of guilt. More about Chhaya Kadam Chhaya Kadam has been in the headlines for her professional work for quite some time. While her film All We Imagine As Light won the Grand Prix at Cannes 2024, Laapataa Ladies was sent to the Oscars to represent India. Meanwhile, her third film, Madgaon Express, had the audience rolling with its rib-tickling humour.
01 May,2025 12:06 PM IST | MumbaiComedian Abhishek Upmanyu is the latest internet personality who is bearing the brunt of social media after posting a simple reply to a Pakistani user on X. Amid the ongoing tensions between the two neighbouring countries following the devastating Pahalgam terror attack, Abhishek’s post did not sit well with netizens who drove him to deactivate his account. What made Abhishek Upmanyu deactivate his X account It all started with a so-called poem shared by an X user attacking a Pakistani woman. The lines in the post reeked of profanity, which led to the reply of another Pakistani user who wrote, “Zero class. Abuses is not equal to humour. The whole world sees your country as this hub of rapists and rightfully so. This is 'funny' according to the average Indian. You lot deserve all the racism you're facing in the west.” Abhishek reacted to this post and replied, “Yup,” which led to severe backlash. Wtf Abhishek Upmanyu !!!Ashamed to ever think your were good.You guys are so blind for hate towards everyone apposing your view they would literally SUPPORT A PAKISTANI in this critical time.This whole saga is exposing alot of cockroaches pic.twitter.com/z6R2VfPw1f — 𝔾𝕦𝕥𝕤 (@NotSoAngryGuts) April 28, 2025 Netizens react to Abhishek Upmanyu’s post One user wrote, “Twitter didn’t spare Abhishek Upmanyu because he chose to stand with a Pakistani handle that insults Indians. When you betray your own country for cheap validation, you don’t get sympathy… You get exactly what you deserve: public shame and irrelevance. He collapsed under his own cowardice.” “Wtf Abhishek Upmanyu!!! Ashamed to ever think you were good. You guys are so blind for hate towards everyone opposing your view, they would literally SUPPORT A PAKISTANI in this critical time. This whole saga is exposing a lot of cockroaches,” added another. About the Pahalgam terror attack On April 22, terrorists attacked tourists at Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam, killing 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali citizen while leaving several others injured, in one of the deadliest attacks in the Valley since the 2019 Pulwama strike in which 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawans were killed. The attack comes at a time when Kashmir is experiencing a significant uptick in tourist arrivals after years of militancy. The National Investigation Agency (NIA), aided by forensic and other experts, is checking the entire area thoroughly for evidence to expose the terror conspiracy that led to the horrendous attack that has shocked the nation.
29 April,2025 04:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Ajaz Khan’s wife, Fallon Guliwala, has been released from Mumbai's Byculla Jail after spending six months in custody following her arrest in a drug-related case. Fallon was arrested in November last year after a raid was conducted at her Jogeshwari residence by customs officials, during which they allegedly recovered 130 grams of marijuana. Ajaz Khan's emotional welcome for Fallon After serving six months in Byculla jail, Fallon walked free and was greeted with emotional support by Ajaz Khan, their young son, and her father-in-law, Moh Shafi, outside the jail premises. She was seen leaning on Ajaz for support as the family walked toward their car, visibly overwhelmed by the moment. On Monday, Ajaz Khan took to his social media account and shared a heartfelt video of Fallon stepping out of jail. Alongside the video, he wrote an emotional caption: "After all the storms, today a new chapter begins. Welcome back, my love. Stronger together, forever." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ajaz Khan (@imajazkhan) Ajaz Khan calls drug bust 'fake raid' Later, while speaking to Telly Masala, Fallon became emotional recalling her time behind bars. She said, "Bohot bura lag raha hai. I have got a very supportive husband, who has stood by me day and night. Bohot takleef ho gaya." She also expressed how deeply painful it was to be separated from her son, adding, "For a mother, that is the worst thing you can go through. That is the worst thing." Ajaz, too, spoke out strongly, "Insaaf milta hi hai. Aur iss aurat ne, jisne zindagi mein kabhi makhi nahi maari, usne chhe mahine faltu mein kaata hai. Yeh fake raid thi. Main khush hoon. Thank you to everyone who stood by us during tough times. Aur unka bhi shukriya, jinhone bure waqt mein apni aukaat dikha di." About the drug case In connection with the same case, on October 8, a peon working at Ajaz Khan’s office was arrested by customs officials for allegedly ordering 100 grams of mephedrone from abroad via a courier service. During the investigation, Fallon Guliwala’s alleged involvement came to light, leading to her arrest. It’s worth noting that Ajaz Khan himself was previously arrested in 2021 by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in a separate drug case. He was later released on bail. Most recently, he contested the Maharashtra Assembly Elections from the Versova constituency but lost, securing just 155 votes.
29 April,2025 01:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPopular sports broadcaster Sanjana Ganesan hit back strongly at people trolling and mocking her one-and-a-half-year old son, Angad. Ganesan is married to India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. Their little one was reportedly trolled by a section of people on social media for his facial expression during Mumbai Indians' gripping clash against Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday in the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League. Sanjana and Angad were watching the match to cheer for Bumrah who plays for team Mumbai Indians. Sanjana Ganesan hits back at trolls A clip went viral on social media, where Angad didn't give any expression after Bumrah completed a four-wicket haul as fans cheered animatedly at the Wankhede Stadium. Sanjana took to Instagram on Monday to shut down the trolls and wrote, "Our son is NOT a topic for your entertainment." "Jasprit and I do everything in our power to keep Angad away from social media because the Internet is a despicable, vile place to be and I completely understand the implications of bringing a child to a cricket stadium filled with cameras, but please understand that Angad and I were there to support Jasprit and nothing else," she added. Sanjana slams people for associating baby with words like trauma She urged people not to make assumptions about their one-and-a-half-year-old son from a three-second footage. She also slammed the users for associating Angad with words related to mental issues, such as "depression". "We have no interest in our son being viral Internet content or national news, with unnecessarily opinionated keyboard warriors deciding who Angad is, what his problem is, what his personality is, from 3 seconds of footage. He is one and a half years old," she said. "Throwing around words like trauma and depression in reference to a baby says so much about who we're becoming as a community and it's honestly really sad. You know NOTHING about our son, nothing about our lives and I request you to keep your opinions online true to that. A little honesty and a little kindness goes a long way in today's world," she concluded. (with inputs from ANI)
28 April,2025 01:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPopular content creator Misha Agarwal has passed away just two days before her 25th birthday. The shocking and devastating news has been shared by her family in an emotional statement that they posted on the influencer's Instagram account. The news has left the internet in a state of disbelief, with several content creators questioning if this is some kind of prank. The statement shared by Agarwal's family reads, “It is with a heavy heart that we share the heartbreaking news of Misha Agrawal’s passing. Thank you all for the love and support you showed her and her work. We are still trying to come to terms with this immense loss. Please keep her in your thoughts and continue to carry her spirit in your hearts." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Misha Agrawal (@themishaagrawalshow) The family attached the post with a heartbreaking caption, "Our loss is unimaginable. We have no words. Take care." Misha Agarwal's sister confirms the news Soon after this news broke, Mukta Agarwal, Misha's sister, commented on the post and wrote, “Guys, please don’t panic. You deserve to know this news, which is why we’re sharing the update now. We’re not in a position to explain the hows and whys at the moment. Please take care." Content creators react to the news Meanwhile, several content creators, visibly in panic, questioned if this is some kind of prank. Actress Parul Gulati wrote, "Ideally it’s her birthday today… Please tell me, is it something like she is reborn today… now that she’ll be 25 today… please… Ritu you have said ‘don’t worry we’ll keep her alive in our hearts’—please tell us what is going on…" "Is this a joke!!??? Please someone say it’s a prank!" famous critic Filmy Monica wrote. Suhani Shah, shocked by the news, stated, "Wait what!?" "Deeply saddened by this. Wish you knew that you were loved, Misha! Wish our love was enough to stop you from taking your life. Wish we had done more to make you stay. R.I.P. friend," another creator shared. While one comment reads, "I can't process this all, and it's really disheartening! Guys, please respect it, she made us happy most of our sad years! She's not that attention seeker that'll prank us with this thing, she knows the importance of life and totally loved us all. IT'S NOT A PRANK AT ALL!! GET YOURSELVES TOGETHER." While the reason behind Misha's untimely demise is yet to be known, the family has requested privacy in these tough times.
26 April,2025 05:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
