Shilpa Shetty, Arjun Kapoor, and more discuss happiness at India’s FIRST World Happpiness Summit: "Gratitude is something that you have to practice"

India’s first World Happpiness Summit concluded today at New Horizon College of Engineering, Bengaluru, drawing a full-day audience into a conversation the country rarely pauses for: what does it truly take to be happy? Hosted by Happpy AiR – Atman in Ravi, the Happpiness Ambassador, the summit brought together voices from entertainment, public life, entrepreneurship, spirituality, wellness and social leadership, and closed with a collective resolve to make Bengaluru the world’s happiest city.

Positioned as India’s first World Happpiness Summit, the day-long gathering was built around the idea that lasting happiness rests on three pillars, Pleasure, Peace and Purpose, the three Ps that give the brand its distinctive spelling. In a city celebrated as India’s technology and innovation capital, the summit sought to add a new dimension to Bengaluru’s identity, one that places wellbeing and fulfilment alongside ambition and growth.

The morning session opened with the lighting of the lamp and an invocation, followed by Dr. Kiran Bedi on the Fundamentals of Happiness and Arjun Kapoor on The Secret of Happiness. A panel on Success and Happiness brought together Govind Mahtani, Shareen, Nikhil Kamath and Hema Sardesai, while a second panel explored the Manifestation of Happiness through Attraction with Dr. Amiett Kumar, Tarun Mishra, Rohit Khandelwal and Bhupendra Singh. Dr. Saamdu Chetri, a pioneer of Bhutan’s Gross National Happiness philosophy, offered a global perspective on measuring wellbeing over wealth.

The afternoon carried the momentum forward with Sonu Sharma on How to Be Happy Every Day and Aisshwarya DKS on The Science of Happiness. A panel on The Art of Being Happy featured Sruthi Hariharan, Preetika Rao, Archika Sudhanshu, Dr. Aadhyaa Kumar and Renuka Goswami. Bringing the marquee sessions to a close, Shilpa Shetty spoke on The 3 Keys to Eternal Happiness, weaving together the wellness and positivity that have long defined her public life.

Through the day, the summit also presented the Champion Awards, honouring individuals and organisations that foster positive work environments and champion the wellbeing of their people, extending the happiness conversation from the personal to the workplace.

Reflecting on the day, Happpy AiR – Atman in Ravi, the Happpiness Ambassador said, “Today, hundreds of people came together not to chase happiness, but to experience it, and that is the shift we set out to create. Happiness is not a reward we earn at the end of a long climb. It is a way of living, made of Pleasure, Peace and Purpose. If Bengaluru can lead the world in technology and enterprise, it can just as surely lead the world in happiness. This summit is not a conclusion, it is the beginning of a larger movement to make this a Happy World.”

Speaking at the summit, Dr. Kiran Bedi said, “Before you desire something, ask yourself, ‘Do I really deserve it?’ If you don’t, put it off, work for it and earn it. Happiness also comes from the way we look at the challenges in our lives. If we see every problem as an opportunity for growth, a challenge or a lesson to be learnt, it helps us discover what we are truly capable of and what we have within us. Self-talk is equally important you can be your own teacher. You can talk loudly, silently or simply within, but that conversation with yourself can help you understand, learn and grow.”

Reflecting on his session, Arjun Kapoor said, “We often associate happiness with success, achievements and moments of pleasure, while overlooking the importance of finding peace within and having a deeper sense of purpose. The idea of Pleasure, Peace and Purpose coming together resonated deeply with me. For me, happiness is about being present, understanding myself better, appreciating the journey and finding meaning beyond the highs and lows of everyday life. It reminded me that happiness is not something I need to constantly chase; it is something I can create through the way I choose to live, think and connect with myself and the people around me.”

Sharing her thoughts after her keynote, Shilpa Shetty said, “I think we all have our own way of being, and for me, I feel so much in gratitude. Gratitude is something that you have to practice. Even if something doesn’t go your way, I thank the Lord for it not happening. There are so many reasons for me to feel happy when you have good health and your family, there is every reason to feel happy. Whatever has to come your way is part of your journey. I think sometimes we tend to overlook the soul and focus only on the outer body and the name. When I interact with people, I interact on a soul level. I always say ‘Atma Namaste’ — it is my soul greeting you. I truly believe that we were all meant to meet, and if something shifts within us through that meeting, perhaps it was already meant to happen.”

The summit closed with a message from Happpy AiR – Atman in Ravi, “Let’s make this a Happy World, let’s make Bengaluru the world’s happiest city,” followed by a vote of thanks. The initiative is part of the larger #Happpy.AiR.Movement, which seeks to create a wider dialogue around happiness, inner peace and purposeful living.

Also Read: Shilpa Shetty, Arjun Kapoor to join Kiran Bedi, Jai Madaan and others at World Happpiness Summit 2026 in Bengaluru

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Love & War: First look of Alia Bhatt revealed; actress stuns in glamorous cabaret-inspired avatar

The makers of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War have unveiled the first look of Alia Bhatt from the highly anticipated film. Following the reveal of Ranbir Kapoor’s look, the latest poster puts Alia in a glamorous, cabaret-inspired avatar, offering a glimpse of a different side of the actress.

In the newly released poster, Alia Bhatt is seen seated on a chair, dressed in a striking slit skirt and accessorised with a headpiece. Her styling, pose and expression give the character a retro-inspired appearance, with the overall look suggesting a glamorous and confident persona. The makers shared the first look on social media with the caption, “Aag bhi, dilon ki jaan bhi!”

 

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The reveal comes as Love & War continues to build anticipation ahead of its theatrical release. Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the film marks a departure from the period settings associated with several of his recent projects and is set in a contemporary world. The makers have been gradually introducing the principal characters through their first-look reveals, with Ranbir Kapoor’s poster preceding Alia’s.

For Alia, Love & War marks another collaboration with Bhansali after their work together on Gangubai Kathiawadi. The 2022 film saw the actress play the titular character and went on to become one of the most notable performances of her career. Alia also shares the screen with Ranbir Kapoor in the film, following their previous collaboration in Brahmastra.

The film also brings together Alia and Vicky Kaushal after their work in Raazi. Meanwhile this combination of the three actors, explored for the first time, adds another layer of interest to the Bhansali directorial.

Love & War stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal in the lead roles. The film is directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and is scheduled to release worldwide on January 21, 2027. It will be released in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.

With the makers now revealing the looks of its central cast, the film’s promotional campaign is beginning to offer audiences glimpses into the world Bhansali has created for the romantic drama. The newly unveiled Alia Bhatt poster is expected to further fuel curiosity around her character and her pairing with Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal in Love & War.

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Madhuri Dixit becomes brand ambassador for Madhusudan Frozen; actress to front frozen foods brand for two years

Madhuri Dixit has added a new brand association to her portfolio. The actress has been appointed as the brand ambassador of Madhusudan Frozen, the frozen foods arm of the Madhusudan brand, for a two-year association. Through the partnership, the company plans to build awareness around its range of frozen vegetables and ready-to-cook food products.

The association sees Madhuri lend her name to a category that is increasingly becoming part of urban household cooking, with convenience emerging as one of the key factors driving demand for frozen and ready-to-cook foods. Madhusudan Frozen offers farm-picked, rapidly frozen vegetables as well as ready-to-cook options, with the company following a farmer-to-freezer approach that involves working with farmers and processing produce soon after harvest.

Speaking about the collaboration, Madhusudan Frozen managing director Amit Aggarwal said the company sees the frozen foods category as the next step in its expansion beyond its established dairy business. He highlighted quality and convenience as the key areas of focus and said Madhuri’s connect with Indian households and enduring popularity made her a suitable choice for the association. He added that the company hopes the two-year partnership will help introduce more consumers to its range and the convenience it offers for everyday meals.

Madhuri, meanwhile, highlighted the journey of the produce before it reaches consumers. According to the actress, what appealed to her about the association was the brand’s focus on working closely with farmers and processing vegetables soon after harvest. She noted that the combination of produce sourced at the farm level and the convenience of ready-to-cook formats is relevant to the way families cook today. Madhuri added that she was looking forward to helping consumers discover the ease, variety and flexibility that frozen foods can offer.

As part of its ready-to-cook range, Madhusudan Frozen also offers Chaaps, positioned as a protein-rich option that can be prepared quickly. The company has entered the category at a time when India’s frozen foods market is expanding. According to IMARC, the market was valued at Rs 21,659 crore in 2025 and is projected to reach Rs 64,364 crore by 2034, with changing lifestyles and demand for convenient meal solutions among the factors contributing to the growth.

For Madhuri, the new association comes amid her continued presence across films and streaming projects. On the work front, the actress was last seen in Maa Behen, which also starred Triptii Dimri, Dharna Durga and Ravi Kishan. The film premiered on Netflix on June 4.

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EXCLUSIVE: CBFC censors 7 seconds of frontal nudity visuals in Robert Pattinson-starrer Primetime

This Friday will see the release of several Hollywood films, one of which is Primetime. The film has caught some attention due to its subject, treatment and casting of Robert Pattinson. 3 days before release, the India distributors completed the censor process. In this article, Bollywood Hungama will focus on the same.

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) passed the film with an 'A' certificate. However, they asked the makers to make some changes. Obscene words were muted in two places. Frontal nudity visuals, lasting 7 seconds, were asked to be deleted. Finally, a disclaimer-cum-warning was added at the beginning of the film, which read, "This film is strictly intended for adult audiences due to its sensitive theme and the disturbing nature of certain visuals and sequences. Viewer discretion is strongly advised".

Once these changes were made, the censor certificate was handed over to the studio, PVR Inox Pictures, on September 22. The length of the film, as mentioned on the certificate, is 110.15 minutes. In other words, Primetime is 1 hours, 50 minutes and 15 seconds.

Primetime is adapted from the 2007 Esquire article 'Tonight on Dateline This Man Will Die' by Luke Dittrich. It tells the story of Chris Hansen (Robert Pattinson), an NBC TV journalist and host of ‘To Catch A Predator’, in which he exposed suspected online child predators by luring them to suburban decoy homes rigged with hidden surveillance cameras. The film premiered in the competition section of the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. Besides Robert Pattinson, Primetime also stars Skyler Gisondo, Merritt Wever, Matthew Maher, Phoebe Bridgers, Anna Faris and others.

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Amitabh Bachchan BEATS Shah Rukh Khan by just 1 lakh followers in Hurun Rich List 2025 Social Media Data

The M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 not only puts the spotlight on India’s wealthiest names but also offers an interesting glimpse into the enormous digital influence commanded by some of its notable entrants. While the list spans entertainment, business and technology, Bollywood personalities occupy the top three spots when it comes to social media following, with Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Hrithik Roshan emerging as the biggest names.

According to the report, Amitabh Bachchan has a social media following of 487 lakh (4.87 crore) across X (formerly Twitter), Instagram and LinkedIn, based on the maximum follower count across these platforms. Shah Rukh Khan follows extremely closely with 486 lakh (4.86 crore), while Hrithik Roshan stands at 481 lakh (4.81 crore). The numbers underline just how formidable the digital reach of Bollywood’s biggest stars remains even alongside some of India’s most influential business and technology leaders.

The gap between the top three is remarkably narrow. Amitabh Bachchan leads Shah Rukh Khan by just 1 lakh followers, while Hrithik Roshan is only 6 lakh behind Bachchan. Together, the three Bollywood superstars account for an astounding 1,454 lakh, or 14.54 crore followers.

Karan Johar is the next Bollywood name featured in the table, with 182 lakh (1.82 crore) followers. His following is significantly ahead of several prominent business and technology figures included in the report.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has 116 lakh followers, followed closely by Anand Mahindra at 115 lakh. Google CEO Sundar Pichai has a following of 56 lakh, while Bollywood actor and entrepreneur Juhi Chawla and family register 53 lakh followers. Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani has 24 lakh, while entrepreneur and producer Ronnie Screwvala has 19 lakh.

The figures present an intriguing picture of influence beyond balance sheets. The M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 features 1,687 individuals with wealth of at least Rs. 1,000 crore across 91 cities, highlighting the scale of wealth creation being tracked by the annual list.

Yet, when it comes to connecting with millions of people directly through social platforms, Bollywood’s enduring icons remain a force of their own. With Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Hrithik Roshan collectively commanding more than 14.5 crore followers, the numbers show that their influence extends well beyond the big screen.

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Hurun Rich List 2025: Shah Rukh Khan’s Rs. 12,490 crore wealth surpasses the combined wealth of Juhi Chawla, Hrithik Roshan & Karan Johar

Bollywood's biggest stars have long commanded massive fan followings and impressive box office numbers, but their fortunes increasingly extend far beyond films. The M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 offers a glimpse into the business empires built by some of the industry's most prominent personalities, with Shah Rukh Khan and family emerging as the wealthiest Bollywood names on the list.

According to the report, Shah Rukh Khan and family have a reported wealth of Rs. 12,490 crore, placing them at the top of the list of Bollywood's wealthiest personalities. The actor's association with Red Chillies Entertainment has evolved into a diverse entertainment business, making his wealth significantly broader than his earnings as a performer.

Taking the second position is Juhi Chawla and family, with a reported wealth of Rs. 7,790 crore. A major factor behind the family's business interests is their association with Knight Riders Sports, giving the actress a significant presence beyond the film industry.

Hrithik Roshan occupies the third spot with wealth pegged at Rs. 2,160 crore. His business portfolio is represented by HRX, the brand that has expanded his presence into the lifestyle and fitness space. His ranking highlights how celebrity-led consumer brands have become an important part of the modern Bollywood business ecosystem.

At number four is filmmaker and producer Karan Yash Johar, who has a reported wealth of Rs. 1,880 crore. His association with Dharma Productions remains central to his business identity, with the production house continuing to be one of the prominent names in the Hindi entertainment industry.

Completing the top five is Amitabh Bachchan and family, with reported wealth of Rs. 1,630 crore. Unlike the other entries, the table lists investments as the associated business category, reflecting the wider financial interests built by the veteran actor and his family over the years.

Together, the five entries represent a reported Rs. 25,950 crore in wealth. More significantly, the ranking illustrates how Bollywood's biggest names have transformed their stardom into wider business portfolios, spanning entertainment, sports, brands and investments.

Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan leads India’s richest actors with Rs 10,000 crores net worth; despite Rs 2,490 crores drop in estimated wealth

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Shah Rukh Khan leads India’s richest actors with Rs 10,000 crores net worth; despite Rs 2,490 crores drop in estimated wealth

Shah Rukh Khan has retained his position as the richest Indian actor in the Hurun India Rich List 2026. According to the latest ranking, the actor’s estimated net worth stands at Rs 10,000 crores. His wealth includes his business interests, including production company Red Chillies Entertainment and his involvement with Knight Riders Sports.

While Shah Rukh Khan continues to lead the list, his reported net worth has declined compared to the previous year. The Hurun India Rich List 2025 had estimated his net worth at Rs 12,490 crores. This marks a drop of Rs 2,490 crores, or around 20%, in the latest estimate. Earlier this year, the Hurun Global Rich List had placed his net worth at Rs 10,800 crores. A significant part of Shah Rukh Khan’s wealth is linked to his business ventures. Red Chillies Entertainment, which he runs with his wife Gauri Khan, is among his key business interests. The company has been involved in film production as well as visual effects through its associated ventures. The actor is also associated with Knight Riders Sports, the group behind cricket franchises including Kolkata Knight Riders. His involvement in the sports business forms another part of his overall financial portfolio. Shah Rukh Khan has been away from the big screen since 2023, when he starred in Pathaan, Jawan and Dunki. All three films were released in the same year and marked his return to leading roles following a period away from the big screen. The actor is now preparing for his next theatrical release, King. The film is directed by Siddharth Anand and stars Shah Rukh Khan alongside his daughter Suhana Khan. King is scheduled to release on December 24. With his latest reported net worth of Rs 10,000 crores, Shah Rukh Khan remains at the top among Indian actors featured in the Hurun India Rich List 2026. His reported wealth, however, is lower than the estimate recorded for him in the previous edition of the list.

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