Melissa Gilbert advocates for enhanced child actor protections and support. She feels a deep connection to young performers who have died. Gilbert highlights the industry's pressure on children to work while unwell. She recalls personal experiences of working through illness and grief. The former child star believes young actors deserve the right to be children. * This article was originally published here
Actor R Madhavan had once shared insights about his financial choices, suggesting they may have influenced his current net worth. He values his previous experiences as pivotal for his acting evolution. Interestingly, he expresses surprise at being viewed as intimidating, clarifying that he never intended to exert fear on set. * This article was originally published here
Laapataa Ladies actor Satendra Soni has filed a Zero FIR against Paid Paalki filmmaker Pushpendra Singh and wife, actor Pragati Chauhan, alleging assault, wrongful confinement, intimidation and non-payment of dues. The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has backed Soni and actor Shreedhar Dubey, calling for a fair, transparent investigation and strict legal action. * This article was originally published here
Brian Hickerson, Hayden Panettiere’s on-and-off boyfriend, has broken his silence through his lawyer following the actress’ sudden death at 36. His statement comes after Panettiere’s mother, Lesley Vogel, raised concerns about Hickerson’s presence when her daughter died. Authorities say the investigation remains ongoing, while preliminary findings have shown no signs of foul play. * This article was originally published here
This week promises an exciting lineup of new films across various platforms. The romantic comedy Bethlehem Kudumba Unit features the talented duo of Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju, while Ravi Teja showcases a heartfelt father-daughter story in the Telugu drama Irumudi. In the action thriller Khalifa-The Ruler, audiences can look forward to performances by Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran. * This article was originally published here