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TV actor Aman Jaiswal, famed for his role in the popular series Dhartiputra Nandini, tragically passed away in a road accident in Jogeshwari West area of Mumbai yesterday. The actor was reportedly struck by a truck on one of the city’s busy roads, leading to his untimely death.The accident occurred on Hill Park Road at around 3:15 pm. Police reports indicate that the truck driver struck Aman Jaiswal while he was riding his motorcycle.Jaiswal was rushed to the trauma ward of Cama Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The truck and its driver are now in police custody, and a case has been registered at Amboli police station, according to ANI, citing Mumbai Police.Aman Jaiswal was on his way to an audition when a truck collided with his bike on the Jogeshwari highway, Dhiraj Mishra, the writer of Dhartiputra Nandini, told India Today.Aman Jaiswal’s final Instagram post was about the Dhartiputra Nandini serial, where he shared his journey and revealed that his decision to pursue acting faced significant opposition from his family.Originally from Balia, Uttar Pradesh, Aman Jaiswal rose to fame for his lead role in Dhartiputra Nandini. He started his career as a model before appearing in the popular show Udaariyaan, produced by Ravi Dubey and Sargun Mehta.Aman Jaiswal also played the role of Yashwant Rao Phanse in the Sony TV show Punyashlok Ahilyabai, which aired from January 2021 to October 2023.

A day after actor Saif Ali Khan was stabbed by an intruder at his Bandra residence, an auto-rickshaw driver Bhajan Singh Rana, who took him to the Lilavati Hospital, said he was not aware that the passenger he was taking to the Hospital was film actor Saif Ali Khan.He said, “I drive my vehicle at night. It was around 2-3 am when I saw a woman trying to hire an auto but nobody stopped. I could also hear calls for a rickshaw from inside the gate. After I took a U-turn and stopped my vehicle at the gate, a man who was covered in blood came out. 2-4 people also accompanied him.”He added, “They put him in the auto…They decided to go to Lilavati. I dropped them off there…I then came to know that he is Saif Ali Khan…I saw him bleeding from his neck and back.”#WATCH | Attack on #SaifAliKhan | Mumbai: Bhajan Singh Rana, autorickshaw driver who rushed the actor to Lilavati Hospital after the attack, says, “I drive my vehicle at night. It was around 2-3 am when I saw a woman trying to hire an auto but nobody stopped. I could also hear… pic.twitter.com/3pzoy2eoh6 — ANI (@ANI) January 17, 2025 When asked if he was called by Police for his statement, he said, “No.”Saif Ali Khan was attacked at his Bandra residence in Mumbai early Thursday morning while trying to protect his family during an attempted robbery.The incident unfolded when an intruder allegedly confronted the actor’s maid. Saif reportedly intervened to defuse the situation, but it escalated into a violent altercation, leaving him with multiple stab wounds.Also Read : Urvashi Rautela issues apology to Saif Ali Khan after backlash over her comments on his attack: “I was caught up in excitement and gifts”

After a long battle, the attempt to bring forth a glimpse of what transpired during India’s darkest period of emergency is the upcoming political thriller starring Kangana Ranaut as the late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi finally succeeded when the film got a green signal from the censor board. The film, also titled Emergency, hit cinemas on January 17 across the nation but however, it continues to face opposition from the Sikh community in Punjab. Upset by the same, Kangana has taken to social media to express her anguish.Kangana Ranaut slams Punjab theatres for not releasing EmergencyAlthough there has been no legal ban on the film’s release, the SGPC has raised an objection by expressing that the film defames the Sikh community and has even sent a letter regarding the same to the Punjab CM. Meanwhile, responding to one of the politician’s post on social media who shared the sentiments about the film being objectionable, Kangana has penned a note slamming them and accusing them of harassment.In a post she shared on X (formerly known as Twitter), Kangana Ranaut wrote, “This is complete harassment of art and the artist, from Punjab many cities are reporting that these people are not allowing Emergency to be screened. I have utmost respect for all religions and after studying and growing up in Chandigarh I have closely observed and followed Sikh religion. This is a complete lie and propaganda to tarnish my image and harm my film #Emergency”.This is complete harassment of art and the artist, from Punjab many cities are reporting that these people are not allowing Emergency to be screened. I have utmost respect for all religions and after studying and growing up in Chandigarh I have closely observed and followed Sikh… https://t.co/VQEWMqiFih — Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) January 17, 2025Politician extends support to SGPC protestsThis tweet comes in response to the post shared by Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira on X, wherein he had said, “I support the demand of @SGPCAmritsar to ban the film Emergency directed by @KanganaTeam a known critic of farmers & Sikhs without knowing their contribution towards our country. SGPC is our elected representative body and @BhagwantMann should take immediate steps to ban the film that depicts Sikhs in bad light and brings defamation to our state of Punjab and its people-Khaira”.About the protests in PunjabMeanwhile, the SGPC has continued with their protests by demanding a ban on the release of the Kangana Ranaut starrer. They have issued statements to the media stating that they have organized these protests outside theatres in order to ensure that the film doesn’t release in the state.Also Read: Kangana Ranaut starrer Emergency put on hold for release in Punjab after SGPC demands ban

At the trailer launch of Deva, Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor expressed deep concern over the recent attack on actor Saif Ali Khan at his Bandra residence. Sharing his thoughts on the incident, Shahid said, “It’s a very sad incident. We all are concerned in the fraternity. We hope that his health is better and he’s feeling better.”Reflecting on the shocking nature of the attack, Shahid added, “We were all very shocked when we got to know that something like this happened to him in such a personal space. It’s a very difficult thing to absorb, especially in a city like Mumbai. I hope the police are doing everything they can. This doesn’t usually happen here—it’s a very safe place. We proudly say that even if a family member is out on the road at 2 or 3 a.m., it’s safe. This incident is very shocking, and we are all hoping for his speedy recovery.”  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Bollywood Hungama???? (@realbollywoodhungama) The attack on Saif Ali Khan took place in the early hours of Thursday when an intruder entered his residence in an alleged burglary attempt. Saif was stabbed six times but is reportedly “out of danger” after undergoing surgery at Lilavati Hospital, where doctors removed a 2.5-inch knife fragment from his spine. Fans and the film fraternity members alike are wishing Saif a swift recovery.Also Read: Deva Trailer out: Shahid Kapoor promises to take you on a thrilling ride of action and drama

Kartik Aaryan and Karan Johar surprised fans with the announcement of their upcoming film Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, marking their first collaboration since their fallout during Dostana 2. Addressing the much-discussed partnership, Kartik recently shared his thoughts on working with Karan, assuring fans that this film will indeed be completed.Speaking to The Indian Express, Kartik Aaryan said, “But abhi main inke sath film kar raha hu. And hum sath mein kar rahe hain yeh film and I hope yeh film toh hogi. Yeh film main puri tarah karunga and voh bhi puri tarah karenge yeh film. (Now I am doing a film with him. We are doing it together and I hope it happens. I will do this film and he will do it too.)” Kartik also added, “Yeh film toh bohot special hone wali hai (This film is going to be very special).”Kartik Aaryan was shown a photo where he is seen taking blessings from Karan Johar. Reflecting on the image, the Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 actor said, “Ispe kya bolu? (What do I say to this?)” He described his bond with Karan as a “love and hate relationship,” he added that the photo was a fitting “representation” of it. “I think yeh love and hate relationship hai… Bahut ache yeh photo represent karti hai (I think this is a love and hate relationship. This photo represents that very well).”Kartik recalled that the picture was taken just before they began working on Dostana 2. “Yeh moment tab ka hai jab hum logo ne pehli film, jo humari honi thi kabhi, voh sign ki thi. Toh tab ka moment hai. I think he knew ki main… photo pehle se le li thi.” (This moment is from when we signed our first film, which was supposed to happen. I think he already knew and clicked the photo in advance).Kartik Aaryan announced his next rom-com, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Teri Tu Mera, with a promo video. Sharing Karan Johar’s reaction on Instagram Stories, Kartik posted Karan’s message: “Par shubh mahurat ka samay nikla ja raha hai Ray… Rumi ka besabri se intezar hai.” In response, Kartik cheekily replied, “Itna easily thodi mooh dikhayi ho jayegi.”Also Read : EXCLUSIVE: Kartik Aaryan and Kabir Khan to celebrate Murlikant Patekar’s Arjuna Award