Renowned singer Monali Thakur has started shooting for an upcoming Hindi film, titled Dukaan. Thakur, who made her acting debut with the 2007 film Krishnakanter Will, won rave reviews for her powerful performance in Nagesh Kukunoor’s 2014 film Lakshmi.
She was also seen in a special appearance as a Kashmiri girl in Rajkumar Hirani’s 2014 film PK. Thakur has also played a cameo role in Aamir Khan Productions’ award-winning film Secret Superstar (2017).
Dukaan marks the directorial debut of well-known screenwriters Siddharth-Garima. The duo has several successful films to their credit, including Kabir Singh (2019), Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017), and Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela (2013).
A source close to the project tells an Indian publication, “Monali started shooting for the film in Gujarat on Wednesday and is excited to play the lead in Dukaan.”
Actor Sohum Majumdar, known for Kabir Singh and the recently released film Dhamaka (2021), also plays an important role in Dukaan. More details on the upcoming project are expected to arrive in the next few days.
Monali Thakur has sung a number of hits ever since beginning her singing career. Some of her most popular songs include “Moh Moh Ke Dhaage” from Dum Laga Ke Haisha (2015) and “Sawaar Loon” from Lootera (2013). She won the prestigious National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer for the song “Moh Moh Ke Dhaage”.
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The singer jokingly texted Clairo saying, "Let's f**k her up," sparking an online frenzy
Why Charli XCX jokingly declared war on Peppa Pig after one viral comment
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What started as a playful celebrity game has turned into one of the internet's most unexpected viral moments, with Charli XCX jokingly threatening to "f**k up" Peppa Pig after the beloved cartoon character appeared to dismiss singer Clairo.
The exchange quickly spread across social media, drawing reactions from fans and fellow musicians, while turning an unlikely clash between a pop star and a fictional children's character into a trending talking point.
Peppa Pig's viral remark sparked the joke
The playful exchange began during Peppa Pig's appearance in Pitchfork's Over/Under game, where the animated character rated a selection of music artists.
While expressing admiration for acts including PinkPantheress and The Beatles, Peppa responded to Clairo by saying, "I don't know her," a line widely recognised as a reference to Mariah Carey's famous response when asked about Jennifer Lopez.
The remark, accompanied by a knowing glance at the camera, quickly gained traction online.
Charli XCX rushed to Clairo's defence
After seeing the clip, Charli XCX privately messaged Clairo, writing, "Let's f**k her up," alongside a screenshot of the viral post.
Clairo later shared the exchange on social media, prompting thousands of reactions from fans, many of whom responded with pig and bacon-themed jokes.
PinkPantheress, whom Peppa had praised in the original video, also joined the conversation, posting a message supporting Clairo.
As the exchange continued, Clairo responded to the growing attention with humour, replying to posts before eventually telling followers, "ok that's enoughhhhh lolllllllllll."
Some fans joked that the viral moment was the perfect opportunity for the singer to announce new music, though Clairo replied that she did not have anything ready to share.
Her most recent album, Charm, was released in 2024, with its accompanying tour concluding in 2025.
Charli XCX keeps her focus on new music
While the online joke continued to gather momentum, Charli XCX did not publicly add to the exchange.
Instead, the singer has been focusing on promoting her upcoming album, Music, Fashion, Film, which is scheduled for release on July 24.
Although fans speculated that one of the track titles could be a playful nod to the viral exchange, there has been no indication that the album references the light-hearted social media moment.