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Malaika Arora is currently going through the loss of her father, Anil Mehta, who unfortunately passed away on September 11, 2024. Soon after the news of the death surfaced, Arjun Kapoor reached Malaika’s mother’s residence to offer his support to the grieving family. Recently, he was seen standing like a pillar for Malaika as he escorted her and her son Arhaan Khan to their car after the last rites of her father.
Today, September 12, Malaika Arora’s father Anil Mehta’s last rites took place at the Santacruz Hindu Crematorium in Mumbai at 11 am. Arjun Kapoor was also present at the cremation service along with the family. After the funeral, the actor was seen dropping off Malaika and her son Arhaan Khan to their car.
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Even last night, Arjun helped Malaika settle in her car when they were exiting her mother’s house. Kareena Kapoor Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Amrita Arora also accompanied them.
Apart from Malaika’s family, Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Karisma Kapoor, Farah Khan, Sajid Khan, Arshad Warsi, Shibani Akhtar, and others also arrived at the cremation to pay their last respects.
Yesterday, Malaika Arora shared an official statement about her father Anil Mehta’s death on Instagram. She expressed her deep sadness and requested privacy for her as well as her family during this tough time.
The statement read, “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our dear father, Anil Mehta. He was a gentle soul, a devoted grandfather, a loving husband and our best friend. Our family is in deep shock by this loss, and we kindly request privacy from the media and well wishers during this difficult time. We appreciate your understanding, support and respect. With gratitude, Joyce, Malaika, Amrita, Shakeel, Arhaan, Azaan, Rayyan, Casper, AXL, Duffy and Buddy.”
Many of her followers as well as celebrities like Dia Mirza, Chunky Panday, Masaba Gupta, Pulkit Samrat, Vaani Kapoor, Raveena Tandon, Sanjay Kapoor, Tahira Kashyap, Rhea Kapoor, Aditi Rao Hydari, and more offered their prayers in the comments section of the post.
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The trailer of Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri starrer Vicky Aur Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video is out now. It was on Wednesday that the makers had piqued audiences’ interest by dropping the creative teaser of their upcoming romantic drama film. The small clip promised a vibrant trip back to the 90s, set in a lively newsroom.
Bringing an end to the curiosity, today, on September 12, the makers of Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video released the trailer across all social media platforms. Clocking at 3:32 mins, the upcoming comedy-drama film is set against the backdrop of Rishikesh in the 90s.
In the trailer, we get to see Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri as Vicky and Vidya who plan to record the video of their suhaagraat (first night). Least did they expect the twist when their CD gets robbed off their home. Vijay Raaz is playing the role of a Police inspector who joins them in pursuit of finding it for them.
Furthermore, we also get to see Mallika Sherawat delighting fans with her comeback and adding her glamour quotient, Mukesh Tiwari recreating his beloved Golmaal punch, Tiku Talsania, and more promising a laughter ride with their epic comic timing.
Soon after the trailer was released, fans were visibly impressed by the story and the acting performances, so they flocked to the comments section under the trailer to show their appreciation. A user wrote, “Triptii Dimri added so much freshness to the movie! Loved her! Rajkummar Rao proves once again why he’s one of the best actors today! ” while another fan commented, “Vijay Raaz’s timing is impeccable! Every scene with him is gold!”
Known for the Dream Girl franchise, the Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video has been directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa. The film also features Vijay Raaz, Mallika Sherawat, Mast Ali, Archana Puran Singh, Mukesh Tiwari, Archana Patel, Rakesh Bedi, Tiku Talsania and Ashwini Kalsekar in the key roles.
Backed by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa R Kapoor, Vipul D Shah, Ashwin Varde, and Rajesh Bahl, the film is poised to hit the theaters on October 11, 2024. Notably, fans will be spoiled for choice as the movie is heading to a clash with Alia Bhatt’s Jigra.
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