Sridevi's Funeral Expected Today; Grieving Bollywood At Kapoor Home

The Khaleej Times quoted family sources to report that Boney Kapoor, waiting to take Sridevi out to dinner, found her motionless in the bathtub of her room at the Jumeirah Emirates Towers.

Sridevi's funeral is expected to take place in Mumbai today

Sridevi had gone to Dubai along with husband to attend a family wedding

Boney Kapoor found her motionless in the bathtub of her room, say reports

Mumbai: Veteran actor Sridevi's funeral is expected in Mumbai today in a few hours, after her body is flown back from Dubai, where she died on the weekend. Since this morning, film stars, celebrities and fans have been seen at the home of Anil Kapoor, Sridevi's brother-in-law and former co-star.

Sridevi, 54, died suddenly on Saturday night of a cardiac arrest, leaving Bollywood in deep shock and millions of fans heartbroken. She collapsed in her hotel room in Dubai, where she had gone with husband Boney Kapoor and daughter Khushi for a family wedding.

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The Khaleej Times quoted family sourcesto report that Boney Kapoor, waiting to take Sridevi out to dinner, found her motionless in the bathtub of her room at the Jumeirah Emirates Towers. Boney Kapoor, a filmmaker, had returned to Mumbai with their daughter but had flown back to Dubai reportedly to surprise his wife.

A medical team failed to revive her. The family said Sridevi did not have any history of heart ailments.

The family waited all of Sunday but Sridevi's body was not handed over to them as UAE authorities carried out an autopsy. In a statement last evening, the family said the actor's body will arrive in Mumbai today.

According to reports, industrialist Anil Ambani has offered to fly Sridevi's body back in a private jet.

The Indian film fraternity has been shaken by the unexpected tragedy. Hundreds have gathered outside Sridevi's Mumbai home, hoping for a final glimpse.

A stream of stars, former co-stars and others were seen at the house of Anil Kapoor, the younger brother of Boney Kapoor.

Southern superstars Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan have headed to Mumbai to pay their respects to Sridevi.

Since the news of her death, Sridevi's last videos at the wedding of her nephew Mohit Marwah have been widely shared and snapshots of her life and films have been all over the media.

Sridevi began working at the age of four and, in a career spanning five decades, acted in 300 films.
The gorgeous actor, often described as India's one and only female superstar and the queen of the 1990s, was best known for her roles in "Sadma", "Lamhe" "Mr India", "Chandni" and "Himmatwala". A versatile actor known for her impeccable comic timing, she reigned over not just Bollywood, but also the Tamil, Telugu and Kannada film industry.

After a 15-year break following her marriage to Boney Kapoor, a much leaner Sridevi made a smashing comeback with the 2012 film "English Vinglish". She followed it up with the thriller "Mom".

Sridevi died before she could see her older daughter Jhanvi's debut in films this year.

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Sridevi passes away, latest updates: Actress' body to land in Mumbai today; cremation in Juhu at noon

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Pakistani actors pay tribute to Sridevi The sudden demise of veteran actor, Sridevi has shocked the Pakistan entertainment industry with celebrities such as Mahira Khan, Ali Zafar, Fawad Khan and Imran Abbas paying their condolences and tributes to the Bollywood diva. Pakistani actress, Sajal Aly Khan, who acted with Sridevi in last year's "Mom" add she had lost her mother again. My experience of working with her was exceptional and she cared for me like a mother would for her child. I just feel as if I have again lost my mother," Aly said. Adnan Ali Siddiqui, who starred as Sridevi's husband in the 2017 film said he is still not able to believe that his co-star is no more. "Life is so unpredictable. A lady with just not extreme talent but a beautiful soul. Sridevi Kapoor leaves us heavy-hearted," he said. Mahira tweeted, "So grateful to have grown up and lived in the times of Sridevi . Thank you for the movies, thank you for the magic. You shall live on forever." PTI

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Here's an official statement from Sridevi's family: Boney Kapoor, Jhanvi, Khushi and the entire Kapoor, Ayyappan and Marwah family is deeply bereaved and shocked with the untimely loss of Sridevi Kapoor. They thank the entire media for their prayers, support and sensitivity during their time of grief.  Late Sridevi Kapoor’s body will arrive in India tomorrow. We will update you on all further information as and when it’s available to us.  Request you to kindly reach out to us on everything related to this and we urge you to please not call the family for information on the same.

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Adil Hussain, Sridevi's co-star from English Vinglish, says, "she came across as one of the most warm, and respectful co-actors"

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Adil Hussain, Sridevi's co-star from English Vinglish, says, "she came across as one of the most warm, and respectful co-actors"

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According to a report by ibtimes.com, Rajinikanth, who worked with her in Moondru Mudichu has already arrived in Mumbai. Apart from Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna and Venkatesh are expected to attend her funeral. Filmmaker Bharathiraaja (launched her in Bollywood as the leading lady of Solva Sawan), K Raghavendra Rao, Ambareesh, and Prakash Raj are also expected to pay their respects.

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Earlier it was being reported that the prayer meet would start between 8-10 am, however, due to unforeseen delay in the paperwork involved in getting the body released, the time of the funeral could get affected, reports IB Times.

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According to the latest update by News18, the autopsy has been completed and the family is now awaiting laboratory reports. Her mortal remains are likely to be flown in on a chartered jet by this afternoon.

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Early morning visuals from outside Sridevi's house. Crowds and fans has emerged in throngs on Sunday evening to pay their respects.

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TV reports have claimed that Sridevi's body will be brought back to India after an autopsy is completed in Dubai. Death certificate has been issued, and the body is being brought back in a private jet.

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Sridevi’s last rites to be conducted on Monday, 26 February Actress Sridevi’s last rites will be conducted at the Pawan Hans crematorium in Vile Parle, Mumbai, at noon, news reports have said. Before the cremation, family and friends will pay their last respects at her bungalow, Bhagya, between 8-10 am.

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Working with Sridevi turning point in my career: Manish Malhotra Ace designer Manish Malhotra expressed shock over the sudden demise of Sridevi in Dubai, and says he will always cherish all the precious memories of an iconic superstar and a friend. Sridevi, 54, passed away due to cardiac arrest on Saturday night. She was in Dubai to attend the marriage function of actress Sonam Kapoor's cousin Mohit Marwah, along with husband Boney Kapoor and younger daughter Khushi. "Sridevi and I first met in 1990 when she was already a superstar and I was beginning my career. Working with an icon I always called 'Ma'am' was a turning point in my career, as it was the beginning of many associations and a longstanding friendship beyond work," Manish said in a statement.

Manish dressed the actress a number of times in his creations. He added: "We have seen each other grow professionally and personally -- it was amazing to see the roles she blossomed into, her passion for painting, and the doting wife and mother she was. I met Sridevi very recently in Dubai and we just had so much to share." Shocked by the news, Manish said he will "always cherish the precious memories of a friend who was an iconic superstar". "At this point, all my thoughts are with Sridevi's family." IANS

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Sanjay Kapoor says Sridevi had no history of heart disease Sridevi's brother-in-law and actor Sanjay Kapoor has said the whole family was in shock with the sudden demise of the veteran actress. He also said that she had no history of heart ailment. The actress, 54, died on Saturday night at around 11 p.m. after suffering a cardiac arrest. In an interview to Khaleej Times, Sanjay said that she was in the hotel room here when it happened. "We are completely shocked. She had no history of a heart attack," he said. Sanjay landed in Dubai on Sunday morning. Sridevi was in Dubai to attend the marriage function of actress Sonam Kapoor's cousin Mohit Marwah, along with husband Boney Kapoor and younger daughter Khushi. She exuded elegance in her appearances -- photos and videos that were now being shared on social media as her "last".

 Her elder daughter Jahnvi, who is due to make her Bollywood debut, was in Mumbai. Her body is expected to be flown to Mumbai via a special chartered flight on Sunday evening for the last rites but the timings were not confirmed yet, according to official sources. IANS

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CNN-News 18 reports that Khushi Kapoor was spotted at Anil Kapoor's residence on 25 February afternoon
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Madhur Dixit: The world has lost a very talented person
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Hema Malini reacts to Sridevi's death, to Times Now: "I never thought this would happen. I just met her recently during Padmaavat screening. She was a talented and beautiful actress. Films were her life."

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Rajinikanth says Sridevi was "a born actor"

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Film critics like Baradwaj Rangan and Anupama Chopra tweet about Sridevi passing away
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The song 'Hawa Hawai' from Mr India was possibly Sridevi's most famous tracks of all time.
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Fans gather outside actor's residence in Bombay

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Bollywood offers condolences for Sridevi's untimely death Minutes after the news of her death broke, many Bollywood actors like Amitabh Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra, Sushmita Sen, Sidharth Malhotra and Riteish Deshmukh took to Twitter to pay their condolences. The first one, however, was megastar Amitabh Bachchan who in a cryptic tweet wrote, "Don't know why, feeling a strange restlessness." "I have no words. Condolences to everyone who loved #Sridevi . A dark day. RIP," tweeted Priyanka, alongside a still of Sridevi from her superhit film "Mr India". Comedian Johnny Lever, while expressing grief, sent prayers to the late actor's family, which includes husband Boney Kapoor and daughters Khushi and Janhvi. "Deeply saddened and shocked to hear about #Sridevi Ji. My prayers and condolences to the family," he tweeted. "Really Shocked and disturbed to hear that Sridevi Maam is no more. #RIP #Sridevi," wrote Sidharth. Actor Shilpa Shetty's husband -- Raj Kundra -- posted, "Heartbroken by this news!! She was One of the finest kindest souls I ever knew. Speechless shocked. #RIP#Sridevi this is just not right at all! May god give all the family strength at this darkest hour." Riteish tweeted, Terrible terrible news. Am shocked beyond words. SRIDEVI ji No More RIP,, while Sushmita wrote that she has been inconsolable since the news broke. I just heard Maam Sridevi passed away due to a massive cardiac arrest. I am in shock cant stop crying" Actor Nimrat Kaur tweeted, Absolutely devastated to hear about the passing of #Sridevi. What a dark black terrible moment in time. Gutted. PTI


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She went on a hiatus for 15 years after starring in home production Judaai, co-starring her brother-in-law Anil Kapoor and Urmila Matondkar. It was director Gauri Shinde's English Vinglish in 2012 that marked Sridevi's comeback. Her nuanced performance as a middle-class woman, learning to speak English to feel accepted by her family, won accolades, and the film was also a commercial success. Last year, she was seen in revenge-drama, Mom, opposite Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Akshaye Khanna. She also shot for a special appearance in superstar Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming film, Zero, which releases in December. Sridevi was awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honour, in 2013. PTI
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Sridevi's beguiling eyes, scintillating screen presence and acting prowess soon made her one of the most sought-after actors in the Hindi film industry. While films like Mawaali (1983), Tohfa (1984), Mr India (1987) and Chandni (1989) kept her at the top in the box-office game, her outings like Sadma (1983), ChaalBaaz (1989), Lamhe (1991), and Gumrah (1993) earned her critical acclaim.

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Official twitter handle of Congress has also tweeted about Sridevi: "An actor par excellance"
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Sridevi was in Dubai to attend a family wedding, of Mohit Marwah's. She travelled with daughter Khushi Kapoor and husband Boney Kapoor. Her elder daugher Jahnvi Kapoor did not attend the wedding as she was shooting for her debut film Dhadak in India.  Below is one of the last few pictures clicked of Sridevi during the wedding. She is seen posing with Boney, Khushi and several other family

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Kamal Haasan tweets about Sridevi as well: "Sadma's lullaby haunts me now"

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted about "the untimely demise of noted actor Sridevi"

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Rajinikanth tweeted about his "dear friend" Sridevi

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Legendary Bollywood actress Sridevi who shot to fame with Bhaaratiraja's 1977 hit Pathinaru Vayadhinile and rose to become a luminous name in Indian cinema, died late Saturday night succumbing to a massive cardiac arrest in Dubai. She was 54.

Latest updates: Legendary actress Sridevi's mortal remains will be flown to Mumbai on Monday. According to reports, her cremation will take place at Juhu's Pawan Hans crematorium at noon. On Sunday, Dubai authorities completed the post-mortem and a formal death certificate was being awaited.

The sudden demise of veteran actor Sridevi has sent shockwaves throughout the Indian film industry with many Bollywood celebrities such as Amitabh Bachchan, Rishi Kapoor, Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan mourning and expressing their condolences.

The actor, who was 54, died late at Saturday night reportedly due to cardiac arrest in Dubai, where she had gone to attend her nephew Mohit Marwah's wedding.

The news of Sridevi's death spread like wildfire with stars such as her contemporary Madhuri Dixit, Priyanka Chopra, Sushmita Sen and Riteish Deshmukh taking to social media to express their grief.

The first one, however, was Amitabh Bachchan who in a cryptic tweet wrote, "Don't know why, feeling a strange restlessness."

The megastar had worked with Sridevi in Khuda Gawah" (1992).

Actor-turned-politician Rajinikanth tweeted that he had lost a dear friend.

"I'm shocked and very disturbed. I've lost a dear friend and the industry has lost a true legend. My heart goes out to her family and friends. I feel the pain with them #RIPSridevi... you will be missed," he wrote.

They together starred in ChaalBaaz and Farishtay among many others.

Kamal Haasan, who worked with Sridevi in Sadma, the Hindi remake of their 1982 Tamil film Moondram Pirai, wrote on Twitter that the lullaby 'Suramayi ankhiyon mein' from the movie haunts him today.

"Have witnessed Sridevi's life from an adolescent teenager to the magnificent lady she became. Her stardom was well deserved. Many happy moments with her flash through my mind including the last time I met her. Sadma's lullaby haunts me now. We'll miss her," Haasan wrote.

Her Chandni and Nagina co-star Rishi Kapoor said he is in complete shock to wake up to the news of Sridevi's death.

"Woken up to this tragic news. Absolute shock. Sad. Heartfelt condolences to Boney and their two daughters!" he wrote. The actor has also changed his profile picture to an all-black image in mourning.

Aamir said the actor will always be remembered with love and respect.

"I am deeply disturbed and saddened by the untimely and tragic passing away of Srideviji. I have always been a huge fan of her work. Equally I have always been an admirer of her grace and dignity with which she conducted herself.

"My heartfelt condolences to everyone in the family. I join all the millions of her fans in mourning her demise..." Aamir wrote in a statement on Twitter.

Madhuri Dixit, one of Sridevi's contemporaries, also took to Twitter to mourn the demise of the actor.

"Just woke up to the terrible news of Sridevi passing. My heart goes out to her family. The world has lost a very talented person who left behind a huge legacy in film. #RIPSridevi."

"I have no words. Condolences to everyone who loved #Sridevi . A dark day. RIP," tweeted Priyanka, alongside a still of Sridevi from her superhit film Mr India.

Riteish tweeted, Terrible terrible news . Am shocked beyond words. SRIDEVI ji No More RIP, , while Sushmita wrote that she has been inconsolable since the news broke. I just heard Ma'am Sridevi passed away due to a massive cardiac arrest. I am in shock cant stop crying "

Director Shekhar Kapur, who worked with Sridevi in the iconic "Mr India" called the actor's death the end of an era.

"Sridevi... gone. It's like an era is over. Like life turning a new chapter. A beautiful story just ended. An amazing spirit just vanished leaving us with amazing love, memories, and incredible grief," he wrote.

Director Subhash Ghai called the actor "the uncrowned queen of acting in all languages in her times".

"I am deeply grieved for this shocking loss. Sridevi has not been one of the finest actor but the finest actor of indian of cinema since 1985. Introvert by nature, she was electricity with thunder in front of camera. She would shock directors by her each shot taken on her on the sets, may it be dance drama or romance.

"She maintained her dignity and integrity as an actor and person both constantly at any cost in this demanding industry," Ghai said.

Actor-BJP MP Hema Malini said Sridevi's death is a loss to the Indian film industry, which would never be compensated.

"Sridevi's sudden passing away has left me in deep shock. Can't imagine how such a bubbly person, a wonderful actor, is no more.She has left a void in the industry that cannot be filled. Boney is a good friend and I've seen their daughters grow up. My prayers are with the family," she tweeted.

Anupam Kher, who has collaborated with Sridevi in films such as Chaalbaaz, Karma, Laadla and Chandni among others, said he cannot bring himself to talk about the actor in past tense.

"It is too uncomfortable to talk about someone you liked and admired so much in past tense. Can't talk much now," Kher told PTI.

Hansal Mehta said he was planning to approach the actor with a project but was too late.

"There will never be another #Sridevi. I was about to approach her for a film. That film will now be dedicated to her. If it finds an actor."

Actor Akshay Kumar wrote he had the fortune of working with the actor in "Meri Biwi Ka Jawaab Nahin", a film which was shot in 1994 but saw the theatrical release 10 years later.

"Shocked beyond words to hear about the sad and untimely demise of #Sridevi. A dream for many, had the good fortune of sharing screen space with her long ago and witnessed her continued grace over the years. Thoughts and prayers with the family. RIP," Akshay wrote.

Alia Bhatt wrote a condolence message for her "icon" on Twitter.

"Nothing makes sense. I have no words.. just completely shocked. RIP Sridevi. My icon forever. Love you," she tweeted.

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Sridevi passes away at 54 after a cardiac arrest in Dubai

Having a career which expanded for over four decades, Bollywood's Veteran actress Sridevi passed away at the age of 54.

The actor, wife of producer Boney Kapoor, died late in the night reportedly due to cardiac arrest in Dubai, where she had gone along with her family to attend her nephew Mohit Marwah's wedding.

Confirming the news of her death, Sridevi's brother-in-law and actor Sanjay Kapoor, told IANS: "Yes, it is true."
Sanjay, however, could not reveal more details as he was on his way to Dubai.

While some of her family members returned from Dubai after the wedding, Sridevi, Boney and her younger daughter Khushi stayed back. Her elder daughter -- Janhvi -- had not travelled with the family because of the shooting schedule for her upcoming Bollywood film, her first in the industry.

Sridevi, known for her versatility as an actor, made her Bollywood debut in 1978 with "Solva Sawan". But it was only after five years with Jeetendra-starrer "Himmatwala" that she gained commercial success.

Before her entry into Bollywood, the actor had been a known face in South Indian films. She made her debut as a child artist in in Tamil film "Thunaivan" in 1969. She also worked in Malayalam, Telugu and Kannada films.

Sridevi was awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honour, in 2013.

Sridevi's beguiling eyes, scintillating screen presence and acting prowess soon made her one of the most sought-after actors in the Hindi film industry. While films like "Mawaali" (1983), "Tohfa" (1984), "Mr India" (1987) and "Chandni" (1989) kept her at the top in the box-office game, her outings like "Sadma" (1983), "ChaalBaaz" (1989), "Lamhe" (1991), and "Gumrah" (1993) earned her critical acclaim.

She went on a hiatus for 15 years after starring in home production "Judaai", co-starring her brother-in-law Anil Kapoor and Urmila Matondkar. It was director Gauri Shinde's "English Vinglish" in 2012 that marked Sridevi's comeback.

Her nuanced performance as a middle-class woman, learning to speak English to feel accepted by her family, won accolades, and the film was also a commercial success. Last year, she was seen in revenge-drama, "Mom", opposite Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Akshaye Khanna. She also shot for a special appearance in superstar Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming film, "Zero", which releases in December.

Minutes after the news of her death broke, many Bollywood actors like Amitabh Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra, Sushmita Sen, Sidharth Malhotra and Riteish Deshmukh took to Twitter to pay their condolences.

Here is what some of the Bollywood personalities tweeted:

Ram Gopal Verma shares his feelings about Sridevi

Nimrat Kaur: "Absolutely devastated to hear about the passing of #Sridevi. What a dark black terrible moment in time. Gutted."

Sushmita Sen tweeted: "I just heard Ma'am Sridevi passed away due to a massive cardiac arrest. I am in shock...can't stop crying..."

Madhur Bhandarkar tweeted: "Unbelievable Shocking & Heartbreaking to hear about the demise of #Sridevi, one of the talented Actress of Indian Cinema. Prayers and strength to the family. #OmShanti"

Priyanka Chopra: "I have no words. Condolences to everyone who loved #Sridevi . A dark day. RIP."

Amitabh Bachchan in a cryptic tweet wrote, "Don't know why, feeling a strange restlessness."

Johnny Lever tweeted: "Deeply saddened and shocked to hear about #Sridevi Ji. My prayers and condolences to the family," he tweeted.

"Really Shocked and disturbed to hear that Sridevi Ma'am is no more. #RIP #Sridevi," wrote Sidharth.

Actor Shilpa Shetty's husband -- Raj Kundra -- posted, "Heartbroken by this news!! She was One of the finest kindest souls I ever knew. Speechless shocked. #RIP#Sridevi this is just not right at all! May god give all the family strength at this darkest hour."

Riteish tweeted, "Terrible terrible news.... Am shocked beyond words. SRIDEVI ji No More ... RIP,"

Actor Nimrat Kaur tweeted, "Absolutely devastated to hear about the passing of #Sridevi. What a dark black terrible moment in time. Gutted."

Cameron Bailey, Artistic Director, Toronto International Film Festival, tweeted, "Shocked to hear of the passing of India's legendary Sridevi. Honoured to have been in her presence in 2012 when she visited Toronto for English Vinglish. She made countless millions fall in love with her characters."

Richa Chadha tweeted: Someone say this isn’t true

Boman Irani: ''Just woken up to the tragic and shocking news of the passing of our dear Sridevi ji. Heartfelt condolences to Boneyji and her family.''

President Kovind: ''Shocked to hear of passing of movie star Sridevi. She has left millions of fans heartbroken. Her performances in films such as Moondram Pirai, Lamhe and English Vinglish remain an inspiration for other actors. My condolences to her family and close associates''

PMO tweeted on behalf of PM Modi: ''Saddened by the untimely demise of noted actor Sridevi. She was a veteran of the film industry, whose long career included diverse roles and memorable performances. My thoughts are with her family and admirers in this hour of grief. May her soul rest in peace"

Randeep Hooda: "It’s shocking .. gone too soon .. RIP"

This is what Anupama Chopra had to say about her: "I first met Sridevi on the sets of Chandni - she was a vision in white. But she hardly spoke. I don’t know of any other actor who transformed so completely in front of the camera. Her acting had such range & depth & power. What a loss. RIP"

Rajinkanth: "I’m shocked and very disturbed. I’ve lost a dear friend and the industry has lost a true legend. My heart goes out to her family and friends. I feel the pain with them RIPSridev ... you will be missed."

Nawazuddin Siddiqui: "t’s a heart breaking news, can’t even imagine in the worst of my dreams - World losses the best performer - Condolences to the Family.
Rest in Peace Sridevi Ji"

Virendra Sehwag: "Shocked to hear about the demise of #Sridevi ji .Heartfelt Condolences to the family. Om Shanti !"

Rahul Gandhi: "Shocked to hear about the sudden and untimely death of one of India’s favourite actress, Sridevi. Sridevi was an incredibly talented and versatile actress whose vast body of work spanned a range of genres and languages. My condolences to her family. May her soul rest in peace."


Huma Qureshi: "Still can't get over the shock .. End of an era Srideviji... A legend , an icon and India's brightest star.. She was always so encouraging and sweet .. My prayers and thoughts are with the family. RIP"

Madhuri Dixit-Nene: "Just woke up to the terrible news of Sridevi passing. My heart goes out to her family. The world has lost a very talented person who left behind a huge legacy in film."

Parineeti Chopra: "CANNOT believe this. I have no words. Rip Sridevi ma’am. You were the most beautiful. Strength to Boney uncle, jahnvi, khushi and the whole family. "

Raveena Tandon: "Woken up to Absolute Shock and Disbelief ! Tragic news ! Im at a loss of words,can’t comprehend this at all! Why? Gone Too soon ,Sri , my heart goes out to Boneyji,jahnvi and Khushi at this moment. Condolences and Prayers ."

Rajkumar Rao: "Can’t believe it, my most fav actress #Sridevi ji is no more. It’s a huge loss. Met her so many times in last couple of months and she was always so kind and gracious. You’ll be missed ma’am. We all love you and very proud of you and your achievements."

Shilpa Shetty Kundra: I’m in a state of shock, can’t get over this heartbreaking news.Such a beautiful soul, may you rest in peace Sri ji . Will miss u terribly

Ajay Devgn: "Still can’t believe it. She was truly iconic. Shocked."

Kajol: "Shocked stunned. Still see her laughing talking. Unbelievable. Actor par excellence. A school in herself.. learnt so much from her. Still can’t believe it . A huge loss"

Manisha Koirala: "Shocked and Pained at this news ..no age to go ! Most glamorous and talented actress I admired!! I use to wait for all her films release eagerly"

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Priya Prakash Varrier Reveals Name Of Her Favourite Indian Cricketer

Priya Prakash Varrier turned into an overnight sensation when a teaser clip of the movie 'Oru Adaar Love' was shared on social media.

Priya Prakash named MS Dhoni as her favourite cricketer

2Priya Prakash became an overnight sensation with her wink

3Dhoni is currently in South Africa with the Indian cricket team

Priya Prakash Varrier pretty much broke the Internet with just a wink and there seems to be no stopping her ever-rising popularity in the country. As Indian men swoon over her girl-next-door charm, the Malayalam actor has revealed that she is a fan of none other than former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Priya turned into an overnight sensation when a teaser clip of the movie Oru Adaar Love was shared on social media, sending the entire country into a meltdown. The video was viewed over 25 million times on YouTube in just one week and over 10 million times on Priya's own recently verified Instagram account.

In an interview to India TV, Priya was asked about her favourite cricketer, "Dhoni is my favourite cricketer," she replied.

Dhoni is currently in South Africa on national duty with the Indian cricket team.

The pandemonium surrounding the 'viral wink' was so much so that the record superstar footballer Cristiano Ronaldo came under threat. The 18-year-old garnered over 600k followers on Instagram in just 24 hours, making her only the third personality to do so.

The top two celebrities holding the positions are reality star, Kylie Jenner with 806k followers in 24 hours and Real Madrid and Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo with 650k followers in a day.

In an interview with aapkasamachar Priya had admitted the wink was actually spontaneous.

"Actually, the director wanted to capture something cute between me and my hero. So he told me if I can do the eyebrow thing and wink at him. I told him that I could give it a try. That's how it worked out. It was spontaneous and we hadn't planned anything."

"I never thought this would become such a sensation. Everybody told me that it was good. But I never expected it to become a big hit," she added.

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Manikya Malaraya Poovi’s Priya Prakash Varrier is an internet sensation now

Ever since the song Manikya Malaraya Poovi from the film Oru Adaar lovereleased, social media has been abuzz with netizens literally floored by the actress' expressions, which are to die for.

There are a few actresses, whose mere glimpse, wink or expression is enough to steal the hearts of the audience, blurring the lines of language and region. Sai Pallavi's simple persona in the Malayalam film Premam was such that it literally made people across Kerala and even outside to swoon over and hum Malare.

The next to join the bandwagon was Sheril Kadavan, who with an attempt of Jimmiki Kammal grabbed all the attention and love from social media users, following online groups like Sheril Army started surfacing online. The latest one is Priya Prakash Varrier , who is seen being wooed by her boyfriend at high-school, and as she plays with her eyebrows and winks, it looked like magic for netizens, and everyone ventured on a hunt to find out who this girl with mesmerising smile and eyes is.

For all those, who are still clueless about the same, Priya Prakash Varrier has been quite active on social media, and ardently following Mohiniyattam. Her social media posts suggest that she is a B Com student from Vimala College, Thrissur.

She was overwhelmed by all the love and attention she has been showered with, and she tweeted, "Thanks for Oru Adaar Love, I am stunned by the Over whelming Support across Social Media. Never knew my debut could be a National Trend #PriyaPrakashVarrier. Grateful to Omar Lulu Sir. Realized already so many twitter accounts of mine doing rounds (sic)."

Priya thanked everyone, and posted this:-

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Thank you so much for the love and support for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ManikyaMalarayaPoovi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ManikyaMalarayaPoovi</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OruAdaarLove?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OruAdaarLove</a>. 4.3 Million views for YouTube &amp; counting, 600k+ for me going bigger in Instagram. �� �� <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MondayMotivation?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MondayMotivation</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PriyaPrakashVarrier?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PriyaPrakashVarrier</a> <a href="https://t.co/vKLLQKiho2">pic.twitter.com/vKLLQKiho2</a></p>&mdash; Priya Prakash Varrier (@ppriyavarrier) <a

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Below is her another tweet:-

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Thanks for Oru Adaar Love, I am stunned by the Over whelming Support across Social Media. Never knew my debut could be a National Trend <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PriyaPrakashVarrier?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PriyaPrakashVarrier</a>. Grateful to Omar Lulu Sir. Realized already so many twitter accounts of mine doing rounds.</p>&mdash; Priya Prakash Varrier (@ppriyavarrier) <a href="https://twitter.com/ppriyavarrier/status/962751427394248705?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 11, 2018</a></blockquote>
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Interestingly, apart from the posts of people head over heels in love with her expressive face, trolls and rib-tickling memes too found its way on social media. While she winks, the person on the other side is replaced with faces of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Donald Trump, Putin and the like, and netizens have found it hilarious as well.

Here goes:-

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Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone and Shahid Kapoor starrer garners Rs 10.25 crore
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Bollywood actors Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone and Shahid Kapoorbecame the talk of the town for their stellar performances in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Padmaavat' which finally released on January 25, 2018, after facing a lot of hurdles.

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According to a recent report on BoxOfficeIndia.com, the film has collected Rs 10.25 crore on Day 8 at the ticket window, taking its overall box-office collection past the 150 crore mark. With the total earnings of Rs 159.5 crore, the film has proved to be a blockbuster and has been liked by both the audience as well as the critics. Even Bollywood celebs took to their respective social media handles to praise the film, with spectacular visuals captured by Bhansali being the highlight of the film.

According to experts, the film's collections could have been higher given that it would have released in all the states of India. Currently, the film can maintain a stronghold at the box-office this week too as there are no major big-budget releases.

Talking about Ranveer-Deepika, Bhansali even revealed that he would continue to work with them. He said, "I love Deepika and the effortlessness which she brings on the set. I even feel that her performances are detailed and nuanced which makes me want to work with her again." Adding to it he even said, "I think Ranveer is aware of his strengths and limitations and hence he knows what to extract from him. Ranveer would achieve much more greatness only if he could become a little effortless too."

Aditi Rao Hydari‏, who played Mehrunissa in 'Padmaavat' has praised Deepika for her role of Padmavati. She tweeted, "A tweet just seems so impersonal but since I haven't managed to get through to you and Ive been away... just to say big respect and huge love for #Padmaavat... to padmavati from mehrunissa! love you @deepikapadukone

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Gurugram police says will act against Suraj Pal Singh 'accordingly'

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Multiplex vandalised in Pilkuhwa locality in Hapur district for screening Padmaavat. - Saurabh Sharma/101reporters

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Schools in Gujarat's Mahisagar district asked not to use Padmaavat songs in Republic Day events   Government schools in Gujarat's Mahisagar district have been asked not to include programmes based on songs or scenes of the film Padmaavat during the Republic Day celebrations on Friday.   District primary education officer Kishor Jani on Thursday said that schools will organise several cultural programmes on Republic Day."The schools have been told not to include programmes based on songs and scenes of this film during cultural events to be held on 26 January," Jani said, adding, "It is a positive step to avoid any controversy."   He said the suggestion has been made to the schools as there has been a controversy over the film "Padmaavat", and some parts of the state have witnessed violence.   PTI

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Karni Sena supporters set fire to cars owned by one of them In an incident which took place on Wednesday, Karni Sena activists reportedly torched a Maruti Swift car belonging to one of them during a protest in Bhopal, reported India Today. Six people were detained in connection with the incident, according to India Today. A large group of activists then assembled at the MP Nagar police station demanding that a case not be registered.

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Padmaavat screened in Punjab, Haryana amid security "Padmaavat" was screened across Punjab and Haryana on Thursday to a good response from viewers amid tension and security around multiplexes and cinema halls in both the states. With scores of armed policemen and private guards stationed in and around the multiplexes and cinema halls, most shows reported high to full occupancy. Haryana director general of police BS Sandhu said in Chandigarh that the film was being screened incident-free in 33 cinema halls across nine districts in Haryana. "No disturbance has been reported from anywhere," he said. IANS

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Karnataka shutdown delays Padmaavat shows in Bengaluru ​ The shutdown across Karnataka on Thursday has delayed the screening of "Padmaavat" here as the movie halls remained shut till Thursday evening. "As a result of the shutdown in the city, multiplexes will remain closed till about 6 pm and the Padmaavat would be screened at a majority of theatres in the city only after that," the manager of one of the popular cinema halls said. The 12-hour shutdown is being observed for Mahadayi river water from the neighbouring state of Goa to meet the drinking needs of the people in the state's four northwest districts of Belagavi, Bagalkote, Dharwad and Hubballi. IANS

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Suraj Pal Amu says he does not support violence

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Suraj Pal Amu held by Gurugram police 

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Watch: Bajrang Dal members burning effigy of Sanjay Leela Bhansali in Ferozabad Video courtesy: Ajendra Sharma/101 Reporters

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PIL filed in Punjab and Haryana HC seeking action against Karni Sena Chandigarh   A PIL was on Thursday filed in the Punjab and Haryana High Court, seeking action against Karni Sena activists for "disturbing peace" in the wake of the release of "Padmaavat".   The Sanjay Leela Bansali directed period drama was released across the country today despite opposition from the Rajput outfit and several other organisations.   The PIL, filed by advocate Ranjan Lakhanpal, also sought directions from the court that the governments of those states where incidents of violence and protests took place be held accountable and be asked to pay for damages caused by Karni Sena activists.   PTI

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Haryana DGP BS Sandhu statement on screening of Padmavat: Any cinema owner willing to screen in his theatre can approach through concerned deputy commissioner and he would be provided complete police protection by the state police No Karni Sena member or organization was allowed to protest in the state after Wednesday’s violence in Gurugram Those protesting or trying to obstruct the screening of Padmavat would be dealt with strict action Around 31 persons have been arrested and four FIRs have been registered in relation to the protest regarding the movie No untoward incident has been reported from the cities or cinema halls where the movie is being screened Suraj Pal Ammu, who put Rs 10-crore bounty on Padmavati makers, is not being allowed to move out of his residence - Sat Singh/101 Reporters

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Bihar Police says protests in state 'done within law' so far

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Mumbai Karni Sena chief detained

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60% occupancy for Padmaavat in Delhi theatres for first show 

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'Padmaavat' opens in Kolkata, shows running smoothly   Sanjay Leela Bhansali's controversial film 'Padmaavat' opened in 129 theatres in and around Kolkata on Thursday, a spokesperson of the movie distributor said.   'Padmavaat' shows are running smoothly everywhere in the city with no sign of protest anywhere, a police officer said, adding that elaborate security arrangements have been put in place.   "The film is running in 129 theatres, including single-screens and multiplexes, in Kolkata and its surrounding areas and there is no report of any disruption as yet," the spokesperson of SVF, the distributor of the film, said.   "In many auditoriums, the shows are running houseful while the response has been good in others," she said.    PTI    

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Mirzapur police detains one in connection with the petrol bomb hurled at a cinema hall on Wednesday night. - Saurabh Sharma/101 reporters

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Watch: Kshatriya Mahasabha announces Rs 51 lakh bounty for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's head Video courest: Yogesh Bharadwaj/101reporters

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Deepika Padukone 'overjoyed' to see support for Padmaavat's release

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Kshatriya Mahasabha's Divakar Singh announces Rs 51 lakh bounty for beheading Sanjay Leela Bhansali. - Yogesh Bharadwaj/101reporters

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Gurgaon school bus stone pelting 'isolated incident', says Haryana Police At a press conference on Thursday, Haryana Police said, "As per Supreme Court's order, Padmaavat has been released in nine cities in Haryana, which included Gurgaon, Faridabad, Hissar, Sirsa, Fatehabad, Rohtak, Sonipat, Rewadi. Thirty three cinema halls have been screening the movie without any interruption." Calling the stone pelting on a school bus in Gurugram an "isolated incident", the police said. "Unfortunately, there was a school bus incident Gurugram. About 18 people have been arrested. Considering the offences against them, it will be difficult for them to get bail." The police said that police protection has been provided to cinema halls. "If anybody takes part, strict action will be taken against them. We assure the filmmakers that protection we will provided to you," he said. A total of 54 police companies have been deployed.

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Home ministry sources says two states have approached Centre for help

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Thane theatre cancels late night and early morning show timings due to lack of police protection At Cinepolis multiplex in Thane's Viviana mall, Thursday's night shows that were to start after 9:30 pm and Friday's shows that were to start before 9:30 am have been cancelled as during this period, the mall won't have police protection. Police force will be deployed for the Republic Day celebrations.  This is to be noted that despite no semblance of threat, the multiplex has been cautious to screen the movie without police protection. - Debdutta Mohanty/101Reporters

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Bihar: Visuals from protests in Motihari 

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BSP supremo Mayawati holds BJP government responsible for violence Image procured by Saurabh Sharma/ 101reporters

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Watch: Karni Sena supporters forces shop to shut in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas   Video courtesy: Hitesh Sharma/101 reporters

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Kshatriya Mahasabha offers Rs 1 crore bounty for actress Deepika Padukone's ears, nose

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Haryana finance minister Captain Abhimanyu demands strict action against those involved in stone pelting on school bus in Gurugram. - Sat Singh/101Reporters

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Watch: Madhya Pradesh: Karni Sena takes out rally in Dewas   Video courtesy: Hitesh Sharma/101 reporters

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Rajput leaders in Junaghad's Manavadar taluka seek ban on film Junaghad's Manavadar taluka in Gujarat closes shops in support of bandh. Rajput leaders Vikramsigh Chavda and Mahendrasigh Chavda from Junaghad led a rally and submitted a memorandum demanding ban of the film to the mamlatdar. - Binita Parikh/101 Reporters

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Why is Centre silent on violence, asks Congress' Priyanka Chaturvedi Congress' Priyanka Chaturvedi on Thursday lashed out at the BJP government over the law and order issue in the country. She said, "The question is not about Karni Sena. When you are confronted with a situation like this, where people especially children suffer... What happens to you? They (BJP) should be ashamed of themselves that they continue to play politics over these issues." Chaturvedi hit out at the ministry and broadcasting industry. "When Smriti Irani can tweet about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's daily schedule, couldn't she have discussed the problem with the protestors. The things you could've avoided, you separated yourself from them and have instead encouraged the protests," she said. "The question is not about Congress but about country's law and order. Either resign or take responsibility, she added.

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Tyres burnt on highway in Becharaji Becharaji, is famous for the temple of eunuchs. Tyres were burnt on a highway in support of the bandh in Gujarat. - Binita Parikh/101 reporters

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Ruckus in Punjab's Zirakpur town over release of Padmaavat Shiv Sena supporters create ruckus in Paras downtown mall. - Arjun Sharma/101 Reporters

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Those accused of damaging buses of a school produced in court: 101 Reporters

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Gurugram tense but peaceful now; over 1,500 cops deployed Tension prevailed in Gurgaon but situation remained largely peaceful as heavy police presence ensured that there was no untoward incident in the city on account of Padmaavat protest. Over 1500 cops have been deployed in the city to keep the protesters in check. Cinemagoers for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film Padmaavat had to stare at cancellation circulars of the movie instead at the Ambience Mall on Thursday morning, a day after the city witnessed violence by those protesting against its release. Despite being heavily fortified with security officials, several malls across the city where the movie is being screened appeared deserted after many people chose to stay away from any untoward  incident. - Sat Singh/101 Reporters

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Haryana DGP to address press conference at around 3.30 pm - Sat Singh/101 Reporters

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Tyres burnt on Halol Baroda highway Tyres were burnt on Halol Baroda highway in support of a bandh to stop vehicle movement to and from Baroda in Gujarat. - Binita Parikh/101 Reporters

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Members of Akhil Bharatiya Kshatriya Mahasabha burn Bhansali's effigy in Sonbhadra - Sunil Tiwari/101 Reporters

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Women protesters brandish swords in UP's Deoband ​- Vipin Bajaj/101 Reporters

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PM not showing 56-inch chest to Rajputs: AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi "The prime minister has surrendered to Rajputs," India Today TV quoted Owaisi as saying.

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Here is a pretty apt take on all the chaos so far:

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Bajrang Dal workers clash with police in Uttarakhand

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Freedom of filmmaker must be defended: Yogendra Yadav

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Karni Sena members gave roses to people who came to watch the film in Lucknow's Novelty cinema hall - Saurabh Sharma/101 Reporters

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Man tries to immolate himself in Varanasi, detained by police

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If our children are pelted with stones on Republic Day, it is a matter of shame for the nation: Arvind Kejriwal

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Woman tries to immolate herself in Varanasi Amit Singh/101 Reporters

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Police detain protesters who tried to immolate themselves in Varanasi - Amit Singh/101 Reporters

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Here is a map to show you how massive this issue has become:

Latest update: At a press conference on Thursday, Haryana Police said that 18 people have been arrested for stone pelting incident in Gurugram.

Congress leader Priyanka Chaturvedi hit out at the BJP-led NDA government, and said that they (BJP) should be "ashamed of themselves that they continue to play politics over these issues."

Even as protest against Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Padmaavat rages on in various parts of the country, the Delhi High Court refused to entertain pleas against the movie. Contempt pleas against four states have also been filed in the Supreme Court.

A fringe outfit in Kanpur on Wednesday announced a cash reward for anyone chopping off actor Deepika Padukone's nose amid the violence over release of multi-crore film Padmaavat.

"We have collected a bounty of crores of rupees from Kanpurites to be given as reward to anyone who will bring the chopped off nose of Deepika Padukone," fringe group Kanpur Kshatriya Mahasabha president Gajendra Singh Rajawat said.

Big crackdown done as Delhi Police carried out preventive detentions of members of various Fringe groups who were planning to protest against #Padmaavat today. The state police didn't want to take any chances as ASEAN summit is on.

After the attack on a school bus by anti-Padmaavat protestors, some reputed schools in Gurugram have decided to remain shut till Sunday in view of the violence over the controversial film's release.

The schools which have decided to shut down till Sunday includes Pathways school, GD Goenka school, Shiv Nadar school and Delhi Public School.

The management of the schools confirmed that they would close down as a precaution despite the district administration and the Gurugram police assuring adequate security.

Around 25 students of GD Goenka World School were on their way home when a group of around 60 activists, believed to be members of a fringe group, attacked the bus with bamboo sticks asking the driver to stop the vehicle.

"We do not want to take any risk with the life of students. Protection of students outside and inside is our prime concern," a school teacher told PTI on the condition of anonymity.

"If the violators can attack school buses and Haryana roadways buses openly despite prohibitory orders and tight security arrangements of the Gurugram Police," the teacher said, adding, "We cannot take a chance and have decided to close down."

The teacher said that a total of six schools have taken the decision to remain shut.

Gurugram Deputy Commissioner Vinay Pratap Singh, in an appeal, said the public transport system of the city should not be disturbed.

"Some people and groups want rioting in the district but we appeal to residents and groups not to violate law and order situation and Section 144 is already imposed in the city," Singh told PTI.

"Everyone has the right to protest but in a peaceful way. Violation of law and order is not allowed. The situation is peaceful in Gurugram and all colleges, schools, offices will remain open on Thursday," he added.

The Gurugram police have arrested 20 people for allegedly violating prohibitory orders, a senior official said.

Gurugram police along with 550 additional forces including local police stations teams have been deployed in the city's major areas including multiplexes, Commissioner of Police Sandeep Khairwar said.

"All Gurugram malls have been directed to tighten their internal security. I along with other senior officers are monitoring the security arrangements in their respective zones," he said.

"The Gurugram Police is on a high alert and various teams are ready to respond quickly in case of any untoward incident," Khairawar said.

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