Haryana MLA Abhay Singh Chautala today responded to controversial BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh’s “dabdaba” remark soon after the Centre suspended the activities of Wrestling Federation of India (WFI).

“Jab Hariyane wale khunta dal dete hain to acche acche dabdabe ud jate hain (When people from Haryana intervene, dominance of many are blown away),” the INLD leader said, implying that Olympic bronze medallist Sakshee Malikkh’s post on a recent move in WFI had prompted the Centre’s intervention.

जब हरियाणे आले खूँटा डाल देते हैं तो अच्छे अच्छे ‘दबदबे’ उखड़ जाते हैं।#WrestlingFederation

— Abhay Singh Chautala (@AbhaySChautala) December 24, 2023

Controversial BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who had to step aside as WFI chief following sexual harassment allegations, had welcomed the election of his close aide Sanjay Singh to the wrestling body’s top post. The six-time BJP MP had said his “dabdaba (dominance)” will continue, indicating his stranglehold on the federation.

The election of the BJP MP’s aide and his remarks thereafter drew strong reactions from top wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia and Sakshee Malikkh, who had led the agitation against him. Ms Malikkh announced her decision to quit the sport and placed her boots on a table during a media interaction. The visuals sparked outrage, with Opposition leaders accusing the centre of shielding the BJP MP.

A day after the election results, Ms Malikkh, who is from Haryana, said in a post on X that while she had quit wrestling, she was worried about women wrestlers who will participate in junior national contests being held at Gonda in Uttar Pradesh. She said the area is a stronghold of the BJP MP. Now imagine what kind of atmosphere the junior women wrestlers will be competing in,” she said in a post on X.

Earlier today, the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports asked WFI to suspend its activities and rapped it for the “hasty” announcement of the junior nationals. The ministry noted that the newly elected body “appears to be (in) complete control of former office bearers in complete disregard to the Sports Code”.

Soon after, INLD leader and MLA put out his response to the BJP MP’s “dabdaba” claim, with the hashtag “WrestlingFederation”.

Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has, meanwhile, claimed that he has retired from wrestling and has distanced himself from activities of the federation, which he led for 12 years. He has said he is busy preparing for Lok Sabha elections due next year.

Anil Kapoor has had an impressive career spanning four decades in the Hindi film industry. Even at the age of 66, he continues to thrive. Despite being the son of the well-known producer Surinder Kapoor, his early years were challenging. Kapoor openly admitted that his father insisted that he establish himself in the industry without any help from him.

In an interview with a leading news portal, Anil Kapoor lovingly remembered his late father, Surinder Kapoor, who passed away in 2011. Portraying his father as a sincere, respectable, and reserved person, Kapoor stressed that he did not fit the typical image of a forceful, showbiz-oriented, or assertive figure often linked with the entertainment industry.

Anil Kapoor revealed that his father made it clear that he couldn’t help advance his career. Surprisingly, he didn’t expect any assistance. This realisation led him to trust his instincts and venture into the industry independently, ready to face its challenges.

Kapoor encountered obstacles in his film industry journey, despite his strong desire to succeed in Bollywood. The scarcity of promising opportunities had a significant impact on him, causing exhaustion, frustration, and bitterness. He openly admitted that the experience was draining and took a toll on his well-being. During this challenging period, he turned to alcohol as a coping mechanism, and his emotional state deteriorated. However, he managed to channel these negative emotions into his work, using films such as Awaargi and Mashaal as platforms for expressing his pent-up feelings and experiences.

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The beloved Bollywood duo, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone are once again charming fans with their cute interactions on social media. In a recent display of affection, Ranveer openly expressed his love for his wife Deepika Padukone.

On Saturday, the actress surprised everyone with her stunning saree look at Umang 2023 on Instagram. Deepika exuded grace in a Banarasi silk saree, complemented by a subtle makeup palette featuring soft smokey eyes and pink lips. The Fighter star elevated her look with an intricately designed necklace embellished with precious kundans. To perfect the regal ensemble, she adorned round earrings and styled her hair in a sleek bun.

The photo became very popular, and fans couldn’t help but show a lot of love to Deepika. What stood out was Ranveer Singh’s comment, “Haye my jaan.”

Meanwhile, on the work front, Deepika Padukone is getting geared up for the release of her highly awaited action film, Fighter, where she stars alongside Hrithik Roshan and Anil Kapoor. The film is set to hit the screens on January 25, 2024.

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