Comedian 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 correspondentSara Tendulkar is celebrating her father and master blaster Sachin Tendulkar's 53rd birthday today, and to mark this special day, she has shared pictures that scream love. The carousel that she has shared on her social media features cute and happy moments of them together. The series includes several throwback pictures of Sachin playing with little Sara. Sara Tendulkar’s birthday wish for her father While sharing the multiple images on her social media, Sara attached it with a heartfelt caption. She wrote, "To the man who taught me not to fear anyone, but to respect everyone, the man who carried me despite his fractured arm (and the never-ending list of other injuries), the man who continues to photobomb my shoots and most importantly, the man who taught me that it’s important to have fun, laugh a lot and enjoy life! Happy Birthday Babaaaaa." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sara Tendulkar (@saratendulkar) In the first picture, which looked relatively new, Sara can be seen sitting on her knees, looking stunning in a black outfit, while Tendulkar is seen photobombing the picture from behind. The second picture will surely melt your heart — in the snap, Sachin can be seen carrying Sara on his shoulder while one of his hands is fractured. The third click has Sachin adoring his baby girl as he carries her in his arms. Meanwhile, the last snap in the carousel is a happy family photo featuring Sachin posing with Sara and Arjun. Fans wish Sachin Tendulkar As soon as Sara dropped the pictures, fans started reacting to them. One wrote, "Beti aur papa ka pyaar bhara bahut hi pyaara lamha." "Happy Birthday sir. Thank you for making our childhood even better. Thank you for allowing us to watch TV even during exam time. Thank you for introducing us to the world of cricket. Thank you for being the best batsman in the world," a fan shared. A third fan wrote, "Happy birthday Sachin ji @sachintendulkar. Sara made us all happy on her baba’s birthday by uploading such cute pics of her with Sachin ji." About Sara Tendulkar Sara Tendulkar has been in the news for her alleged relationship with batsman Shubman Gill. Recently, reports came in that the alleged couple has called it quits. These reports surfaced after the two unfollowed each other on Instagram.
24 April,2025 06:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentCricketer KL Rahul recently turned 33, and this birthday was extra special for him, as just a couple of days back, he and his wife, Athiya Shetty, introduced their baby girl, Evaarah, to the world. The cricketer, who celebrated his special day earlier this week, has now shared some adorable moments from his birthday celebration, and fans are loving the sweet family vibes. KL, on Sunday, took to his Instagram account to share a bunch of pictures and videos from his special day. The post began with a selfie, followed by a photo of a blue cake with the words "Happy Birthday Papa, we love you" written on it. The next few clips showed Rahul spending time with his pet and sharing laughs with little kids as they clapped around another birthday cake. One photo also showed a cute statue of a toy holding a baby, a lovely nod to Rahul stepping into fatherhood this year. Take a look View this post on Instagram A post shared by KL Rahul👑 (@klrahul) Earlier on Friday, KL and Athiya also shared the first-ever glimpse of baby Evaarah with a beautiful black-and-white picture. The couple welcomed their baby girl in March this year. They had announced their pregnancy in November last year with a sweet message that read, "Our beautiful blessing is coming soon, 2025," accompanied by baby feet emojis. KL Rahul, who is currently playing for Delhi Capitals (DC) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), has also played for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Punjab Kings (PBKS), and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). KL is the eighth-highest run-getter in the ongoing IPL 2025 and Delhi Capitals' (DC) top run-scorer, with 266 runs in six innings at an average of 53.20 and a strike rate of 158.33, including two fifties. His best score is 93*. He is coming into the tournament after an incredible ICC Champions Trophy campaign, where he excelled as a finisher at number six, scoring 140 runs in four innings at an average of 140.00, with brilliant contributions in the semifinal against Australia and the final against New Zealand in Dubai. 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
21 April,2025 01:34 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIIn a heroic moment, Khushboo Patani, an ex-army officer and sister of actress Disha Patani, saved an abandoned toddler in Bareilly. The former Lieutenant of the Indian Army shared a video of the child, who was found abandoned close to her home in Bareilly. She also provided an update on the child and promised to follow up on the matter with the concerned authorities. Khushboo Patani saves baby girl On Sunday, Khushboo took to Instagram to share a video of an infant sleeping on the cement floor of a shanty near her home. The video shows Khushboo arriving at the spot and calming down the crying baby before picking her up. She then carried the baby in her arms and walked out of the building, all the while consoling the scared and bruised child. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Major Khushboo Patani(KP) (@khushboo_patani) Khushboo also asked the camera person to focus on the child and urged people to identify her. "If you are from Bareilly and this is your child, then tell us how the parents left her in this place. Shame on such parents!" she said. The video ended with a message: "Please identify and share the girl child’s pictures." Khushboo shared the video with the caption:"Jako rakhe saiyan, maar sake na koi" (Nobody can harm the one whom God protects)."I hope she will be taken care of by the authorities and that everything ahead follows proper rules and regulations. @bareillypolice @uppolice @myogi_adityanath – Please save the girl child in our country! Kab tak chalega yeh sab? (How long will this continue?) Please. I will ensure that she goes into the right hands and her life flourishes henceforth!" Radha's parents found Later, Khushboo shared follow up videos of the baby girl whom she lovingly named Radha. She revealed that the child's parents were found. She also revealed that the child's mother said she is from Bihar and Khushboo had a conversation with them on abandoning the child. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Major Khushboo Patani(KP) (@khushboo_patani) About Khushboo Patani Khushboo graduated from BBL Public School in Bareilly and earned a degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from DIT School of Engineering. Following her education, she joined the Indian Army as a Lieutenant and later left the service as a Major. Today, Khushboo is a fitness influencer and encourages her followers to lead a fit and healthy lifestyle. According to her Instagram bio, she is also a certified nutritionist and trainer. With over 600K followers, Khushboo enjoys considerable popularity. She occasionally shares videos of herself dancing to Bollywood songs. Disha and Khushboo also have a younger brother, Suryansh Patani.
21 April,2025 08:09 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMichelin-star chef Vikas Khanna has come out in support of Shah Rukh Khan's wife Gauri Khan's Torii restaurant after a content creator claimed that the eatery is serving fake paneer in their dish. Taking to his Instagram account, Vikas shared a story backing Torii and called out the content creator for spreading misinformation. The chef also shared why the paneer at the Torii restaurant reacted the way it did. On April 18, Vikas Khanna shared a story defending Gauri's restaurant and wrote, “I’ve been cooking & working with the science of food for the past several decades. I’ve never seen such terrible misinformation like [this] YouTuber who claims to be a food scientist." “IODINE changes color with reaction under presence of ingredients: potatoes, rice, bread, cornstarch, flour, unripe bananas. The use of these ingredients (thus reaction) could also happen in cross-contamination. It’s scary that unqualified people are taken seriously," he further added. In this post, he not only tagged the restaurant but also YouTuber Sarthak Sachdeva. Gauri Khan's restaurant responds After the video of the influencer claiming that the paneer served at Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan's restaurant is fake went viral, the official handle of the restaurant, Torii, responded with a clarification. They stated that the dish served contained soy-based ingredients, which naturally include starch—leading to the reaction in the iodine test. “The iodine test reflects the presence of starch, not the authenticity of the paneer. As the dish contains soy-based ingredients, this reaction is expected. We stand by the purity of our paneer and the integrity of our ingredients at Torii," they responded. What is the iodine test? The iodine test is a simple chemical test used to detect the presence of starch in paneer. Pure, unadulterated paneer contains no starch. When iodine solution is mixed with starch, it turns blue-black. Hence, if paneer contains starch, it will change color. On the contrary, if it is pure, the iodine solution will show no reaction, as pure paneer contains no starch. About Torii Gauri Khan launched Torii in February 2024. Located in Pali Hill, Bandra, it is an 82-seater pan-Asian restaurant. While Mumbai’s culinary scene is incredibly diverse, Torii aims to stand out by becoming a premier dining destination in India that rivals top restaurants globally.
20 April,2025 03:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAt around the 20-minute mark of his newly released stand-up special Broken, Sahil Shah takes off his signature bowtie—marking what feels like an end-of-an-era moment. But he doesn’t stop there. In a bold, symbolic act, he strips off his pants and shirt in front of a live audience. The crowd laughs, puzzled yet intrigued by where this is heading. What follows is a deeply personal and humorous dive into Sahil’s life in his 30s—raw, reflective, and refreshingly honest. Sahil, now 33, doesn’t let you forget his age—repeating it multiple times throughout the hour-long set. A consistent face in the Indian comedy scene for over 14 years, Sahil’s animated storytelling and sharp societal observations have long made him stand out. Even if you haven’t followed his career closely, chances are Instagram’s algorithm has led you to one of his bits. Cried when I performed it for the first time “I genuinely feel like I don’t fit into the world right now—and in the past few months, the world has made sure it’s as broken as me,” Sahil shares, ahead of the special’s release on YouTube. He adds with his trademark sarcasm, “I mean, global warming, genocide, Donald Trump, and the BMC make sure everything around me is broken all the time… don’t even get me started on comedy venues coughs.” ‘Broken’ brilliantly weaves together Sahil’s reflections, emotional moments, and observational humor. From his dumb yet memorable teenage years to his adult struggles with balding, mental health, and the absurdities of modern life—he handles it all with grace and comedy. “It took me five years to write and hone this show. I started during lockdown when I was mentally low and going through an existential and professional crisis. I remember performing it on Zoom for the first time and ending up in tears—and so did some of the audience. (Yup. There are tears in this show),” Sahil reveals. ‘My Best Work Till Date’ Describing Broken, Sahil says, “It’s a show about my broken state and all the steps I’ve taken to fix myself. I’m not childish anymore.” He shares his journey—from a goofy teenager to a grown-up comedian who just moved out of his parents’ house, tackling mental health issues, and ultimately, finding his 'nada.' Well aware of the perils of being a comedian in today’s hyper-sensitive world, Sahil jokes, “I’m making jokes about the one thing people hopefully won’t be offended by—my life.”
19 April,2025 12:24 PM IST | Mumbai | Athulya NambiarAn Instagram influencer recently visited multiple high-end restaurants in Mumbai owned by celebrities to test the authenticity of the paneer served there. He performed the viral iodine test on the paneer to find out whether it was real or synthetic. He visited restaurants owned by celebrities like Virat Kohli, Shilpa Shetty, Bobby Deol, and Gauri Khan. In the videos, he claimed that while the first three celebrity-owned restaurants passed the test, Gauri Khan’s restaurant failed. The video quickly went viral, with claims that Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan’s restaurant was serving fake paneer. What is the iodine test? The iodine test is a simple chemical test used to detect the presence of starch in paneer. Pure, unadulterated paneer contains no starch. When iodine solution is mixed with starch, it turns blue-black. Hence, if paneer contains starch, it will change color. On the contrary, if it is pure, the iodine solution will show no reaction, as pure paneer contains no starch. Gauri Khan's restaurant responds After the video went viral, the official handle of Gauri Khan's restaurant, Torii, responded with a clarification. They stated that the dish served contained soy-based ingredients, which naturally include starch—leading to the reaction in the iodine test. “The iodine test reflects the presence of starch, not the authenticity of the paneer. As the dish contains soy-based ingredients, this reaction is expected. We stand by the purity of our paneer and the integrity of our ingredients at Torii," they responded. About Torii Gauri Khan launched Torii in February 2024. Located in Pali Hill, Bandra, it is an 82-seater pan-Asian restaurant. While Mumbai’s culinary scene is incredibly diverse, Torii aims to stand out by becoming a premier dining destination in India that rivals top restaurants globally. Co-founder Gauri Khan told Mid-day.com: “With Torii, my partner Abhayraj Kohli and I wanted to create a sophisticated and glamorous restaurant and bar where quality is seen in everything — from the food to the drinks and, of course, the design.” Torii distinguishes itself with its innovative approach to Japanese cuisine, seamlessly integrating cultural elements. The elegant interiors reflect a modern aesthetic, creating a unique and memorable dining atmosphere.
17 April,2025 11:49 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentApoorva Mukhija has reportedly moved out of her Mumbai apartment. This comes amid a raging controversy following her appearance on Samay Raina’s show India Got Latent. In her comeback post, Apoorva revealed that she received a barrage of hate and rape threats. She also pointed out that she had to avoid coming to her own house as some threats included people saying they would come to her residence and harm her. Apoorva Mukhija leaves Mumbai apartment? Now, days after her return to social media, Apoorva has hinted at vacating her Mumbai home. She reportedly shared a video on her Instagram stories that indicated her move. The video shows her switching off the lights in an empty living room, with the caption, “End of an era.” The influencer has not shared many details about her decision to move. She had moved into the apartment only a year ago and had given her followers a house tour around four months back. Apoorva and the IGL controversy Meanwhile, after the India Got Latent controversy, which led to her visiting the police station to record her statement, the Rebel Kid (as she’s known on the internet) reset her Instagram feed. She made a powerful comeback with a video where she spoke about the incidents that occurred over the last two months. She addressed all the controversies surrounding her and how they deeply impacted her and her family. In the video, she revealed that she received several DMs filled with hate, rape, and death threats. She also received messages from people revealing her address, which made her feel unsafe. She was advised not to stay at her home and instead stayed with friends during that difficult time. She also apologized to the audience and spoke about the kind of content she aspires to create. She said: “I genuinely create content to entertain people and to make them laugh. I never wanted to hurt anybody, and I'm very, very sorry. I should have been more mindful of my words, but I’ve learned my lesson and I promise I will do better going forward. I just hope you guys can forgive me, and I’m very sorry if I hurt your sentiments.”
17 April,2025 09:59 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
