Tamil actor Daniel Balaji passes away at 48 due to cardiac arrest

Best known for his role as Amudhan in the Kamal Haasan, Jyothika starrer Vettaiyaadu Vilayaadu, Daniel Balaji is known for some of the most power packed roles in Tamil Cinema. The actor, at the age of 48, passed away in Chennai after suffering from a cardiac arrest. Many of his colleagues from the industry expressed their condolences and took to social media to share their grief over the actor’s demise.

Reports suggest that Balaji complained of chest pain on Friday, after which he was immediately rushed to a hospital in Kottivakam, Chennai. Although he was undergoing treatment, the doctors reportedly couldn’t save him. He was later taken to Purasaiwakam for his last rites where the family also held his funeral. Balaji, who has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, made his debut in 2002 with the Tamil film April Madhathil starring Srikanth and Sneha. On the other hand, he has also featured in a handful of Malayalam films too.

Expressing their grief over the actor’s demise, director Mohan Raja took to social media to share his condolence message saying, “Such a Sad news, He Was an inspiration for me to join film institute, A very good friend, Miss working with him, May his soul rest in peace”.

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Such a Sad news
He Was an inspiration for me to join film institute
A very good friend
Miss working with him
May his soul rest in peace #RipDanielbalaji https://t.co/TV348BiUNJ

— Mohan Raja (@jayam_mohanraja) March 29, 2024

In yet another message shared by his Vettaiyadu Vilayaaadu co-star Kamal Haasan said, “The sudden death of brother Daniel Balaji is shocking. The agony of a young man’s deaths is painful. My condolences to Balaji’s family, friends and fans. He will live even after his death by donating his eyes. My tribute to Balaji who has given light.”

தம்பி டேனியல் பாலாஜியின் திடீர் மரணம் அதிர்ச்சியளிக்கிறது.

இளவயது மரணங்களின் வேதனை பெரிது. பாலாஜியின் குடும்பத்தாருக்கும் நண்பர்களுக்கும் ரசிகர்களுக்கும் எனது ஆறுதல்களைத் தெரிவித்துக்கொள்கிறேன்.

கண் தானம் செய்ததனால் மறைந்த பின்னும் அவர் வாழ்வார். ஒளியை கொடையளித்துச்…

— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) March 30, 2024

Actress Keerthy Suresh added, “Shocking to hear that #DanielBalaji is no more! A great actor gone too soon! My heart goes out to his family and friends”. Actor Arya too wrote on his social media, “Gone too soon brother”.

Shocking to hear that #DanielBalaji is no more! A great actor gone too soon! My heart goes out to his family and friends????????#RIPDanielBalaji pic.twitter.com/wDanlwiYTB

— Keerthy Suresh (@KeerthyOfficial) March 30, 2024

Gone too soon brother ????#RIPDanielBalaji pic.twitter.com/bBr6I9Otky

— Arya (@arya_offl) March 30, 2024

We at Bollywood Hungama express our heartfelt condolences to actor’s family.

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Parineeti Chopra pens heartfelt note of gratitude ahead of Amar Singh Chamkila release; says, “I’m immensely thankful” to the team

Parineeti Chopra will be seen in one-of-a-kind drama in Amar Singh Chamkila, which is a biopic on the 70s Punjabi singer by the same name. The film traces the rise and later, the murder of the musician who created history in North India with his music. With Diljit Dosanjh playing the titular character, Parineeti will be seen as his wife Amarjot in the Netflix film. Sharing her experience of working with the team which also includes Imtiaz Ali and A R Rahman, Parineeti took to social media to express her gratitude.

In her recent post shared on her Instagram feed, Parineeti Chopra posted several BTS moments from her film Amar Singh Chamkila which saw some unseen photos of her with co-star Diljit Dosanjh, director of the film, Imtiaz Ali, among others. Also penning a note of gratitude, she opened up about the great qualities of the team she worked with and said, “I’m immensely thankful for Chamkila @imtiazaliofficial sir, your direction was unparalleled; you truly led the ship with finesse. Your vision and passion set a new standard.” She continued, “@diljitdosanjh, you were the perfect co-star, making every moment on set enjoyable and effortless. @arrahman sir, being musically directed by you – a thing of dreams. And the entire team who made this film” and also added twin heart emojis.

She went on to add, “Shooting this film has topped any other film experience because I got to sing and act – 2 things I’m the most passionate about, so thank you” and concluded it with folding hands and heart emojis.

 

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Produced by Mohit Choudhary, Select Media Holdings LLP, Saregama, and Window Seat Films, Amar Singh Chamkila will be premiering on Netflix on April 12.

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Alia Bhatt sings ‘Ikk Kudi’ with Harshdeep Kaur at HOPE GALA 2024; watch

Readers would be aware that the beloved Rani of 2023, Alia Bhatt hosted the beautiful evening of Hope Gala which is a charity event that was hosted in London. The actress enthralled fans in two different and glamorous outfits where she was hosting and giving speech. Apart from that, the actress also crooned to one of her chartbuster songs ‘Ikk Kudi’ from her film Udta Punjab. She was accompanied by popular playback singer Harshdeep Kaur.

Alia Bhatt who was seen sitting in the audience and cheering for the performance Harshdeep Kaur, who sang some of the most popular songs at the gala, joined the actress at her table. In a video posted by Alia, the singer is coercing the SOTY actress to croon a few lines and after much persuasion, Bhatt finally gave in and hummed a few lines from the song. The audience, thrilled to witness her singing skills, also cheered loudly for Alia. In fact, Harshdeep Kaur too shared the same video on her Instagram account saying, “Ik Kudi.. jidaa naam Alia… Such an honour performing last night for ‘Hope’ a Fundraiser organised by @salaambbayorg & @mo_hotels ?? Thank you @shamir.tandon for having me onboard for this one.”

 

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Apart from that, Alia also shared several beautiful and unseen moments from the events, where she interacted with the guests and even clicked adorable pictures with them. A few moments from her speech also were shared along with other photos. In the note she expressed her gratitude for getting this opportunity to be a part of this event, “had the great pleasure of hosting an evening that was truly special, brimming with so much love, purpose, and hope. Thank you @mo_hotels for bringing our vision to life, and to @salaambbayorg for empowering and supporting young lives, providing them with what they need for a brighter tomorrow HOPE GALA 2024”.

 

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On the work front, Alia Bhatt has recently wrapped up Jigra which will also feature Vedang Raina in a key role. The actress also has the highly anticipated one of a kind spy entertainer with Sharvari Wagh under the YRF banner in the pipeline.

Also Read: Alia Bhatt to host her first charity gala in London on March 28

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Kriti Kharbanda shares photos of Pulkit Samrat doing his pehli rasoi for her family in Bengaluru; calls him ‘green flag’

Kriti Kharbanda got highly emotional after her husband Pulkit Samrat decided to do ‘pehli rasoi’ at her family’s place in Bengaluru. The actress mentioned that her husband wanted to break this age-old patriarchal ritual of women cooking for in-laws and decided to do the same for her and his in-laws at actress’ place in Bengaluru. She also penned a long note, expressing her gratitude towards having such a ‘green flag’ partner along with posting photos from his pehli-rasoi ceremony.

Kriti Kharbanda took to Instagram to share pictures of Pulkit Samrat making halwa, which indeed look delicious and also penned a note about how the actor told her he wanted to do this ritual, because he believes marriage is about sharing responsibilities. In his note, she wrote, “Green flag alert!” and she continued, “Ok so something major happened yesterday and I fell in love all over again. I didn’t think this was possible, but yet, It happened :)” She narrated the incident and shared, “Pulkit ki pehli rasoi happened yesterday. I walked into the kitchen and realised he’s making halwa. I asked him what he was doing, and he casually responded, “halwa bana raha hoon, it’s my pehli rasoi.” I giggled and told him, pehli rasoi ladki ki hoti hai baby. To which his response was, “that’s so silly, we’ve both decided to share equal responsibility in this relationship. You cooked for our family back home in Delhi, I’ll cook for our family here in bangalore. Simple!”

She went on, “He used the word simple. Yes. So casually he changed everything around and used the word simple. And in all honesty it was. It was that simple. @pulkitsamrat you are the best thing that’s ever happened to me. Thank you for showing me that you’re the best decision I’ve ever made. Tu sabr ka phal hai baby, sabse meetha!” She concluded adding, “P.S. the pictures aren’t so great coz I was too blurry visually from being supremely emo, but really wanted to share this with the world”

 

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For the unversed, Kriti Kharbanda and Pulkit Samrat tied the knot on March 15 at a lavish ceremony held in ITC Grand Bharat, Delhi.

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Imran Khan and Lekha Washington rent the Mumbai apartment of Karan Johar for Rs. 9 lacks

Reports have been abuzz about the return of Imran Khan who has been on an infinite sabbatical from the industry. The actor, of late, has been making many appearances at events, and is often accompanied by Lekha Washington. With Imran recently confirming about his relationship with Washington after several rumours, now we hear that the couple will be living together in Mumbai in the apartment of Karan Johar.

If reports are to be believed, Imran Khan and Lekha Washington have rented the Bandra flat of filmmaker Karan Johar for a whopping Rs. 9 lakhs. As per Zapkey, this new residence located in the third-floor of Clefepete apartments boasts of a sea view and is said to be in close proximity to one of the houses which was rented by Aamir Khan earlier. According to this real estate data platform, the agreement, dated for March 20, 2024, is expected to have been signed for a period of three years.

The rumours of Imran Khan and Lekha Washington dating have been doing the rounds for quite some years, possibly ever since he announced his separation from wife Avantika Malik. In an interaction with Vogue, the Jaane Tu actor confirmed his relationship status and added, “The rumors about my romantic involvement with Lekha Washington are indeed true. I have been divorced and separated since February 2019.”

For the unversed, Imran Khan was previously married to Avantika Malik. The childhood sweethearts tied the knot in 2011 and in 2014, the couple became parents to a daughter, Imara Malik Khan. In 2019, they decided to part ways due to irreconcilable differences. On the other hand, Lekha Washington too was married to journalist Pablo Chaterji but they parted ways too.

On the work front, Imran Khan was last seen in Katti Batti alongside Kangana Ranaut in 2015. Whereas, Lekha Washington who is known for her stints in South cinema, also dabbles with other artistic works including sculpting.

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