Entertainment Highlights Today (October 10): Ratan Tata Passes Away; Sanjay Dutt Marries Maanayata Again

As a background dancer has backed out from the European leg of Diljit Dosanjh’s Dil-Luminati Tour citing citing "unprofessional and stressful" conditions, the Punjabi singer's team has now reacted to the claims. According to a report published in Free Press Journal, a source associated with the tour called the allegations baseless. "With a superstar like Diljit, it's easy for anyone and everyone to comment and make news out of it," the source added.

Aamir Khan, who had arrived to pay his last respects to the legendary industrialist Ratan Tata, stated, "Aaj ka din bahut hi dukh bhara hai hum sabke liye. Pure desh ke liye Ratan ji ne jo contribution diya hai, unki company TATA unse pehle se aur unke leadership mein jo contribution diya hai, desh ke liye vo amulya hai. It’s priceless and bahut hi rare kism ke insaan aur hum sab unko behad miss karenge"

As Alia Bhatt starrer Jigra is set to hit the screens on October 11, her mother in law Neetu Kapoor reviewed the film. Taking to her Instagram stories, Neetu Kapoor took to social media and shared a review of Jigra. She wrote, "Alia you nailed it" and gave five stars

Radhika Madan, who began her acting journey with the television show Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi and later made her Bollywood debut in 2018 with Pataakha, recently shared her thoughts on the issue of nepotism in the film industry. Speaking on Shubhankar Mishra's YouTube show Unplugged, Radhika acknowledged that actors with family connections in Bollywood often have a smoother path compared to outsiders like herself. She pointed out that while star kids are given multiple opportunities to learn from their mistakes, the same chances are not readily available to newcomers without industry ties. Radhika emphasized that nepotism exists in Bollywood, much like in any other profession. She said, “Unko seekhane k liye 2-3 filmein aur mil jaati hai ki ‘Abhi seekh jaega, arey dekho improvement hai, arey third film mein kitna accha lag raha hai.’ (They are offered 2-3 films to learn from their mistakes, and people pat on their backs for improving with every film.)”

Meera Chopra, cousin of Priyanka and Parineeti Chopra, has made a name for herself in the Tamil and Telugu film industries, having starred in over 25 films. However, her journey in Bollywood hasn't mirrored the same success. In a recent interview, Meera candidly discussed the 'cult-like' dynamics that exist within Bollywood, shedding light on the challenges she has faced in the industry. She recalled, “In the beginning, I was told, ‘You have to network, you have to go to parties, you have to make your own connections’, which now I know is very important because this industry is like a cult. There are many different cults in this industry, and you have to be a part of one group so that you keep getting work from that group. It still happens that way. In this industry, you get work if you are friends with the right people. It’s much easier. To prove your worth takes much longer time and struggle… I would have done over 20 films even if I didn’t have the talent.”

On October 8, 2024, the renowned choreographer Shiamak Davar was awarded the prestigious Kalpana Sham Munshi Lifetime Achievement Award for Performing Arts by the Rotary Club of Bombay. This recognition celebrates Davar’s remarkable contributions to the world of dance over a career spanning more than 25 years, solidifying his status as a pioneering force in contemporary dance.

Amitabh Bachchan is set to celebrate his 82nd birthday on Friday, October 11, but he’s keeping busy even on the eve of this special day. In the early hours of Thursday, the legendary actor shared that he’s been tied up with work. He mentioned being on set for a project, which appears to be an ad shoot, and hinted that the schedule had extended late into the night. “A long day .. but one of long distances and uncontrollable traffic .. so the delay in the start up at work was a bit justified after giving sufficient warnings .. but still too long to end the day,” Amitabh wrote on his blog.

Mithun Chakraborty was honored with the esteemed Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award on October 8, recognizing his extraordinary contributions to Indian cinema. The award was presented at the 70th National Film Awards ceremony held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, where President Draupadi Murmu conferred the prestigious accolade. As the industry celebrated this milestone, veteran actor Dharmendra, a close friend of Mithun, shared a heartfelt message in admiration of his achievement. In addition to this award, Mithun has previously won three National Film Awards for his performances in Mrigayaa, Tahader Katha, and Swami Vivekananda. He wrote, "Dear MithUN, Congratulations for Dada Saheb Phalke, India’s most prestigious Award. Give my love to to everyone at home. I am out of INDIA BUT I WILL DEFINITELY COME TO GIVE YOU A BIG HUG."

Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh honored the legacy of renowned industrialist Ratan Tata, who passed away on Wednesday, during his concert in Germany. Upon hearing the news of Tata's death, Diljit paused his performance to pay tribute to the Indian icon. A video from the event shows him reflecting on the valuable lessons he learned from Tata, expressing his admiration for the impact the industrialist had on his life. Although Diljit admitted he never had the chance to meet Ratan Tata, he acknowledged the profound influence Tata left on him.

Following the Tata Group's announcement of Ratan Tata's passing, condolences have been flooding in from across the nation. Tata, the chairman emeritus and a revered figure in Indian industry, died on Wednesday at the age of 86. In light of this sad news, several celebrities have expressed their sympathies, including actor Ajay Devgn, who announced the postponement of his #AskAjay session on X. Initially scheduled for Thursday at 2 PM, the Singham Again star decided to change his plans in response to the heartbreaking announcement of Ratan Tata's death.

Maanayata Dutt recently shared on social media that she and Sanjay Dutt renewed their wedding vows. In the picture, the couple is seated in front of a mandap, reportedly taking pheras to reaffirm their commitment. Sanjay is dressed in a saffron dhoti-kurta, with a tilak adorning his forehead, while Maanayata is seen in a white printed salwar-suit with her head covered. The two are captured walking around the havankund as priests chant traditional wedding mantras, symbolizing their bond once again.

The Maharashtra government has announced a state-wide day of mourning to honor the memory of industrialist Ratan Tata, as confirmed by the Chief Minister's office. According to PTI, his mortal remains will be placed at the National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) in South Mumbai from 10 am to 4 pm for the public to pay their respects, with his last rites scheduled to be held in Mumbai’s Worli area later in the day.