The Zee TV show Aisi Deewangi Dekhi Nahi Kahi, which hit the tube on 22nd May 2017, has been in news more for its controversies than content. Ever since the show was launched on the premier channel, it grabbed the eyeballs for all the wrong reasons.
However, things went out of control when its lead actors, Pranav Misshra and Jyoti Sharma, accused the makers of treating them like animals and making them work for 18 hours in 12 hours long shifts without providing required facilities.
When all their complaints fell on deaf ears, the duo decided to put down their papers and quit the show. Soon, the matter reached to Cine & TV Artists Association (CINTAA).
But the latest we hear that keeping various factors into consideration, the makers have decided to end the show. According to sources, the final episode of the daily soap will beam on 2nd February. It is reportedly being replaced by a forthcoming show called Kalirein.
Aisi Deewangi Dekhi Nahi Kahi is produced by Diamond Pictures.
Mariah Carey finally gets her long-overdue Video Vanguard Award and calls out MTV mid-speech.
Sabrina Carpenter turns her performance into a bold protest for trans rights, leaving the crowd stunned.
Lady Gaga ditches the venue for Madison Square Garden mid-night, sparking memes about her double life.
Ariana Grande’s on-stage struggle with her mic height and tiptoe stance becomes instant internet comedy.
Rosé makes K-pop history with a solo win, while Doja Cat’s lipstick-eating moment keeps TikTok in a chokehold.
Last night felt like pop culture grabbed us by the shoulders, shook us, and screamed, “STILL HERE, AND STILL MATTERS.” The VMAs were back, and they barged in like a loud cousin who knows the aux belongs to them. For three hours, pop culture felt alive again.
If you missed it, here’s what everyone is still talking about.
1. Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga’s sister act
Two women who once symbolised rivalry ended up dancing side by side. Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga hugged it out in the audience and celebrated each other’s wins, Ariana for Brighter Days Ahead and Gaga for Artist of the Year. Online, fans immediately branded them “sisters.” When Gaga won big and Ariana jumped up, beaming, it was the win we all needed.
2. Sabrina Carpenter crashes through the floor — and the noise
Sabrina literally rose out of a manhole surrounded by drag queens holding “Protect Trans Rights” signs. The crowd roared. Later, clutching her Best Album award, she dropped the line: “The world is your f**in’ oyster” and Ariana Grande shot to her feet in a standing ovation. That’s the kind of moment that defines an era. It was pop music with a spine.
Only Gaga. ONLY GAGA. Wins Artist of the Year, cracks a joke about having to get to Madison Square Garden, and literally dips out to perform a sold-out arena show. Her performance was pre-taped from MSG because the VMAs crowd was too small. One fan summed it up best: “Only Lady Gaga can leave an award show for a bigger crowd.” Icon behaviour.
She opened the show by teleporting us directly to a 1989 high school pep rally. Neon, Kenny G on the sax, the whole thing. It was ridiculous and perfect, and you couldn't look away. You saw Ariana in the crowd losing her mind to it and knew exactly how she felt. It was pure, unadulterated fun. No deeper meaning. Just vibes. And sometimes, that’s everything.
Mariah Carey, after forty years of hits, finally won her first VMA. The fact that she had never won a VMA before felt like a crime. Last night, we finally got to right that wrong. The look on her face, the weight of the moment, it was historic! Mariah looked down at the Moonperson, laughed, and said, “What were you waiting for?” The internet had been asking the same thing for hours. It was a long-overdue victory for a legend who has given us everything.
Summer Walker dressed as Pamela Anderson circa 1999. Ariana Grande channelled Audrey Hepburn in custom Fendi. Seeing Jessica Simpson back after 20 years felt like welcoming an old friend home. The carpet was less about new looks than ghosts of VMA past. Instagram feeds looked like a timeline collapsing in real time.
Yes, Gaga and Ariana dominated. But it was the unexpected wins that kept people talking. Rosé scored her first solo Moonperson with Apt. Megan Moroney walked away with the VMAs’ first-ever country award. Meanwhile, Billie Eilish and Kendrick Lamar went home without wins. Love it or hate it, the show proved the VMAs still know how to rattle expectations.
So, what are we left with this morning? A hangover from the glitter bomb!
It wasn't a perfect show. It was better than that. It was human. It was protest signs and friendship hugs, legends getting their flowers, and a superstar literally running out the door to sing for her real fans. Exactly what the VMAs are supposed to be.
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Kamal Haasan confirms Rajinikanth reunion after 46 years with cryptic biscuit remark at SIIMA Awards 2025
Kamal Haasan announced the long-awaited collaboration at the SIIMA Awards 2025 in Dubai
The reunion marks their first film together since 1979’s Alavuddinum Athbutha Vilakkum
Speculation points to Lokesh Kanagaraj as director, having worked with both actors before
The two stars, once pitched as rivals, emphasised they were never competitors
Indian cinema will witness a landmark moment as Kamal Haasan has confirmed his reunion with Rajinikanth on screen after 46 years. The Thug Life actor revealed the news during the SIIMA Awards 2025 in Dubai, ending weeks of buzz around the project. The pairing of the two superstars, both introduced to audiences by mentor K Balachander, is one of the most interesting pieces of news in Tamil cinema this decade.
Kamal Haasan confirms Rajinikanth reunion after 46 years with cryptic biscuit remark at SIIMA Awards 2025 Instagram/ikamalhaasan
What did Kamal Haasan say about reuniting with Rajinikanth?
Haasan confirmed the reunion when host Sathish asked him directly on stage. “We were united long ago but chose to remain apart because they kept splitting a biscuit and giving us only half each. We wanted a full biscuit each, and we got it and relished it well. Now we are content with just half a biscuit again, so we have come together,” he said.
The 70-year-old star emphasised that their so-called rivalry was a narrative created by fans and the industry, not by the actors themselves. “That we got such opportunities is a huge deal. We had decided long ago to be like this and to set an example,” he added.
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Which was the last Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth film together?
The two legends last played lead roles together in Alavuddinum Athbutha Vilakkum (1979), a fantasy drama based on the tale of Aladdin. Before that, they shared screen space in several films, including Apoorva Raagangal (1975), Moondru Mudichu (1976), 16 Vayathinile (1977), Avargal (1977), and Ninaithale Inikkum (1979).
They often appeared in love triangles or contrasting roles, with Haasan typically essaying layered protagonists and Rajinikanth taking on intense, often antagonistic parts. Despite their divergent on-screen personas, both actors went on to become the biggest stars of Tamil cinema in the decades that followed.
Alavuddinum Athbutha Vilakkum poster IMDB
Will Lokesh Kanagaraj direct Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth’s new film?
Though no official details have been released, strong speculation suggests Lokesh Kanagaraj is set to helm the project. Kanagaraj directed Haasan in the 2022 blockbuster Vikram and Rajinikanth in this year’s Coolie.
The filmmaker has openly spoken about his desire to bring the two icons together, even revealing in earlier interviews that he had once planned a Rajinikanth film produced by Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films International before the pandemic halted it.
Given his track record with ensemble thrillers and star-driven films, fans believe Kanagaraj is the natural choice to direct this historic collaboration.
Lokesh Kanagaraj directing the Rajnikanth-Kamal Haasan starrer heat up Instagram/\u00a0lokesh.kanagaraj
Why is this reunion significant for Tamil cinema?
The pairing of Haasan and Rajinikanth represents more than nostalgia. Both actors shaped modern Tamil cinema, commanding audiences across India and overseas for decades. Their reunion is not just about two stars coming together; it is a rare moment of unity at the very top of the industry.
With global audiences for South Indian cinema growing rapidly, the collaboration could also set new box office benchmarks. Distributors and exhibitors are already predicting record-breaking numbers when the film eventually releases, both in India and internationally.
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‘Dabangg’ director Abhinav Kashyap says Salman Khan stopped caring about acting 25 years ago and calls him a goon
Dabangg director Abhinav Kashyap has reignited his feud with Salman Khan
He accused the actor of being “not interested in acting for 25 years”
Kashyap also labelled the Khan family “vindictive” and controlling in Bollywood
His remarks come days before Dabangg’s 15th anniversary
Filmmaker Abhinav Kashyap has once again targeted Bollywood star Salman Khan, this time using strong words ahead of the 15th anniversary of Dabangg. The director alleged that Salman, despite his superstardom, has shown little interest in acting for decades and only “does a favour by turning up to work.” He further claimed the Khan family operates vindictively in the industry, echoing past allegations that they derailed his career.
‘Dabangg’ director Abhinav Kashyap says Salman Khan stopped caring about acting 25 years ago and calls him a goon Getty Images/ IMDB
What did Abhinav Kashyap say about Salman Khan?
In a new interview, Abhinav Kashyap did not hold back when describing his former leading man. He called Salman Khan a “gunda, badtameez, ganda insaan” (a goon, ill-mannered and bad person). The director alleged that the actor has not been involved in his craft for the past 25 years.
“Salman is never interested in acting. He does a favour by turning up. He is more into the power of being a celebrity than the art of cinema,” Kashyap said. He added that he only realised the extent of this behaviour during the making of Dabangg in 2010.
Abhinav Kashyap alleges Salman Khan has lost interest in acting for more than two decadesIMDB
Why did Abhinav Kashyap clash with the Khan family?
Kashyap also spoke about his fraught relationship with the Khan family, claiming they use their influence to control Bollywood. “He (Salman) is the father of the star system. The family has been in the industry for 50 years. They are vindictive people. If you don’t agree with them, they come after you,” he said.
The filmmaker walked away from Dabangg 2 and has long maintained that the Khans tried to block his opportunities afterwards. In 2020, he posted on social media accusing Salman, Arbaaz, Sohail, and veteran writer Salim Khan of sabotaging his career.
Salman Khan, mother Salma, father Salim Khan, sister Arpita and Arbaaz Khan stand on the balcony on arrival at his house in Galaxy Apartment Getty Images
What role did Anurag Kashyap play in the fallout?
Abhinav Kashyap recalled how his brother, acclaimed director Anurag Kashyap, had faced a similar situation years earlier. Anurag was initially attached to Tere Naam (2003), written by him and starring Salman Khan. He eventually left the project after clashes with producer Boney Kapoor, and his contribution allegedly went uncredited.
“Anurag told me before Dabangg that I wouldn’t be able to make a film with Salman. He thought I’d get easily bullied. The same thing happened with him on Tere Naam. They misbehaved, and he had to leave,” Abhinav said.
Abhinav Kashyap says Anurag warned him never to work with the Salman Khan Getty Images
Where does Salman Khan stand now?
While Abhinav Kashyap continues to criticise him, Salman Khan has remained publicly silent on the matter. His father, Salim Khan, previously dismissed the director as “a frustrated person” and said the industry knows the truth about his family’s work.
Salman Khan silent as Abhinav Kashyap calls him a goon during a recent interviewGetty Images
Professionally, Salman was last seen in AR Murugadoss’ Sikandar, opposite Rashmika Mandanna. He is now preparing for Apoorva Lakhia’s Battle of Galwan, in which he plays an Indian Army soldier. He also continues his long-running stint as host of Bigg Boss 19.
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Anuparna Roy becomes first Indian to win Best Director at Venice Film Festival 2025
Indian filmmaker Anuparna Roy creates history at 82nd Venice Film Festival
Wins Orizzonti Award for Best Director, the first Indian to do so
Songs of Forgotten Trees stars Naaz Shaikh and Sumi Baghel
Presented by Anurag Kashyap, the film highlights migrant women’s lives in Mumbai
Indian filmmaker Anuparna Roy has made history by winning the Best Director award at the Venice Film Festival in the prestigious Orizzonti section. Her debut feature, Songs of Forgotten Trees, became the only Indian film selected in this category in 2025, bringing home a milestone moment for Indian cinema. The Venice recognition comes especially at a time when global attention is increasingly turning towards diverse voices and independent storytelling.
Anuparna Roy becomes first Indian to win Best Director at Venice Film Festival 2025 Getty Images
What is the Venice Film Festival Best Director award?
The Best Director award at Venice Film Festival is one of the highest honours in international cinema. Within the Orizzonti section, it is presented to filmmakers pushing the boundaries of style and narrative. This year’s jury was led by French director Julia Ducournau, who announced Roy’s name to a standing ovation. Roy walked up in a white sari, visibly emotional, and thanked her cast, crew, and supporters for believing in a film that resisted mainstream formula.
The Orizzonti competition is known for spotlighting new cinematic trends. Previous Indian films recognised in this section include Chaitanya Tamhane’s Court and Karan Tejpal’s Stolen, but Roy is the first Indian director to win in this category.
Songs of Forgotten Trees follows the lives of two migrant women in Mumbai, Thooya, played by Naaz Shaikh, and Swetha, played by Sumi Baghel. Their unlikely connection unfolds in the bustling city, exploring themes of survival, selfhood, and solidarity. The narrative, inspired by Roy’s own observations, centres on how women find strength and empathy in urban struggles.
The film is produced by Bibhanshu Rai, Romil Modi, and Ranjan Singh, with Anurag Kashyap presenting it. Kashyap has often supported experimental and independent cinema, and his backing helped Songs of Forgotten Trees reach international audiences.
In her acceptance speech, Anuparna Roy dedicated the Best Director award to women worldwide, saying, “This film is a tribute to every woman who’s ever been silenced, overlooked, or underestimated. May this win inspire more voices, more stories, and more power for women in cinema and beyond.”
She also used the stage to speak about the Palestinian crisis, declaring, “Every child deserves peace, freedom, and liberation, and Palestine is no exception.” Her words were met with applause, clearly showing how filmmakers are using international platforms to amplify global concerns beyond cinema.
Anuparna Roy dedicates her Venice win to women worldwide while speaking about Palestine on stageGetty Images
Why is Anuparna Roy’s win significant for Indian cinema?
Roy’s award marks a breakthrough for Indian filmmakers on the international stage. While Indian cinema has long been recognised at global festivals, Best Director wins at Venice remain rare. Her achievement, in fact, shows the growing acceptance of independent Indian storytelling, away from the stereotypes often associated with Bollywood.
This recognition also signals greater visibility for women directors from India, many of whom struggle for space in a male-dominated industry. Producers behind the film emphasised that backing Roy was “not just a choice, but a responsibility,” pointing to the honesty and strength of stories told by women.
Anuparna Roy accepts her award in a white saree, thanking her cast and crew for believing in her storyGetty Images
Who were the other winners at Venice 2025?
The Golden Lion for Best Film went to Jim Jarmusch’s Father Mother Sister Brother, while Kaouther Ben Hania’s The Voice of Hind Rajab earned the Grand Jury Prize. Benny Safdie won the Silver Lion for Best Director in the main competition for The Smashing Machine.
Rick Davies, co-founder of Supertramp, has died at 81 after a long battle with cancer
The British musician wrote and sang classics including Goodbye Stranger and Bloody Well Right
Davies kept the band alive after Roger Hodgson’s departure in 1983 and toured until 2022
His music, especially Breakfast in America, continues to inspire generations worldwide
Rick Davies' death has left a profound mark on the music world, as fans remember the Supertramp co-founder who turned a progressive rock outfit into one of the most successful British bands of the late 1970s. Alongside partner Roger Hodgson, he penned songs that defined an era, while his unique keyboard style helped shape rock history. Beyond his artistry, Davies’ determination kept Supertramp going long after internal disputes and creative differences split the group.
Rick Davies, British rock legend of Supertramp, dies at 81 Getty Images
Who was Rick Davies in Supertramp?
Born in Swindon, England in 1944, Rick Davies developed an early fascination with jazz and blues before moving into rock. In 1969, he placed an advert to form a new band, eventually bringing in Roger Hodgson. Together, they rebranded as Supertramp in January 1970.
While Hodgson’s higher-pitched vocals carried The Logical Song and Give a Little Bit, Davies’ deeper tones became the backbone of tracks like Bloody Well Right, Rudy and Goodbye Stranger. His mastery of the Wurlitzer electric piano gave Supertramp its signature sound, combining pop hooks with progressive structures.
John Helliwell, Rick Davies, Roger Hodgson, Bob Siebenberg and Dougie ThomsonGetty Images
What were Supertramp’s biggest hits?
Supertramp first tasted commercial success with the 1974 album Crime of the Century, which featured Davies’ single Bloody Well Right. The band’s true breakthrough, however, came in 1979 with Breakfast in America.
The record sold more than 30 million copies worldwide, topping charts across the US and Europe. Its singles The Logical Song, Take the Long Way Home, and Goodbye Stranger remain radio staples. The album earned the group two Grammy Awards, strengthening their place in rock history. Davies’ role as songwriter, singer and pianist was central to this success, his songs carrying a soulful, world-weary edge that contrasted with Hodgson’s more whimsical lyrics.
By the early 1980s, tensions between Davies and Hodgson intensified over songwriting royalties and creative direction. Following the release of Famous Last Words in 1982, Hodgson quit the band.
While many assumed this would end Supertramp, Davies chose to carry on. He released four more albums under the band’s name, including 2002’s Slow Motion. Though the band never again reached the commercial heights of Breakfast in America, they maintained a devoted fan base. Davies’ leadership ensured the group’s legacy endured, with tours continuing into the 2000s.
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How did Rick Davies spend his later years?
In 2015, Davies was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a cancer affecting bone marrow. This forced him to cancel a planned reunion tour. Despite his illness, he continued performing with local musicians in the US under the name Ricky and the Rockets, entertaining fans with blues and rock classics.
Davies died on 5 September at his home in Long Island, aged 81. A statement from the band said: “His soulful vocals and unmistakable touch on the Wurlitzer became the heartbeat of the band’s sound… Rick’s music and legacy continue to inspire many and bears testament to the fact that great songs never die, they live on.”
Rick Davies, Supertramp’s guiding force, dies at 81Getty Images
He is survived by his wife Sue, who had been Supertramp’s manager since 1984.