​Sunita and Shashank, wife and son of Mahoba BJP District Treasurer Neeraj Gupta, were among those who died in the fire. The family lived in the Rajmandir area of Charkhari town. 

​Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the Seva First Innovation Challenge 2026 website and registration portal at IISc Bengaluru on September 25. 

Alia Bhatt’s latest production, Don’t Be Shy, has caught the attention of her industry friends, with Sharvari Wagh and Ananya Panday sharing their reactions to the film on social media. The Prime Video release, directed by Sreeti Mukerji and produced by Alia Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatt, premiered on September 25.

Sharvari Wagh took to Instagram Stories to share the poster of Don’t Be Shy and praised the film for its feel-good appeal. Sharing the poster, she wrote, “Don’t Be Shy!! 🌻 Such a warm, colourful and full of masti wali film.” She also congratulated Alia Bhatt, Shaheen Bhatt and the team, adding that they brought “so much charm and energy” to the film.

Sharvari tagged the film’s cast, including Aarushi Bajaj, Ansh Duggal, Bianca Arora and Piyush Khati, along with Alia and Shaheen.

Meanwhile, Ananya Panday also shared her reaction after watching the film. Sharing a still from Don’t Be Shy playing on her television, Ananya described it as “The perfect girls trip movie” and tagged Alia Bhatt, Shaheen Bhatt, Sreeti Mukerji, Aarushi Bajaj, Bianca Arora, Piyush Khati and Ansh Duggal.

Alia later reshared both reactions on her Instagram Stories. Responding to Sharvari, she wrote, “Thank you Sharuuu 🎀💗,” while she replied to Ananya with “Annieee” followed by four heart emojis.

Set against the backdrop of modern college life, Don’t Be Shy follows a young ensemble as they navigate friendships, relationships and the experiences that shape their formative years.

For Alia Bhatt, Don’t Be Shy also reflects an important evolution in her journey. Having entered the industry as a newcomer herself, she now takes on the role of producer, backing a project that introduces a new generation of actors. The film thus marks a full-circle moment for Alia.

Don’t Be Shy stars Aarushi Bajaj, Ansh Duggal, Bianca Arora and Piyush Khati. The film is now streaming on Prime Video.

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