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Actor Sonu Sood prays for 'happiness', 'prosperity' at Lord Venkateswara temple
Actor Sonu Sood prays for 'happiness', 'prosperity' at Lord Venkateswara temple

Mint

time3 days ago

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  • Mint

Actor Sonu Sood prays for 'happiness', 'prosperity' at Lord Venkateswara temple

Tirumala (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 2 (ANI): Bollywood actor Sonu Sood visited Lord Venkateswara temple in Tirumala to offer prayers on Monday morning. The temple, dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, considered an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, is one of the most visited religious sites in India, attracting millions of devotees annually. While speaking to ANI after offering prayers at the temple, the 'Fateh' actor shared details about his upcoming project and recalled his first visit to the Lord Venkateswara temple 25 years ago. "When I came here for the first time, it was 25 years ago. Today, I come here with my family. I pray for happiness, peace and prosperity for all in the world. We are starting a new project, a film 'Nandi' - I am acting and directing both. It will begin soon," said Sonu Sood. The actor donned a peach pink Kurta for his holy visit to the Lord Venkateswara Temple. Sonu Sood was recently honoured with a prestigious Humanitarian Award at the Grand Finale of the 72nd Miss World Festival in Telangana for his philanthropic work during COVID-19. This special honour recognises his exceptional service to humanity and unwavering commitment to social upliftment through his foundation. The actor was conferred the Humanitarian Award on the grand finale of Miss World at the HITEX Arena in Hyderabad as part of the festival's final celebrations. In addition to receiving this global honour, Sonu Sood also served as one of the official judges for the grand finale, joining a distinguished panel to crown the next Miss World. (ANI)

Sonu Sood Says Viral Video Of Riding Bike Without Helmet In Spiti "Is From Old Shoot" After Cops Step In
Sonu Sood Says Viral Video Of Riding Bike Without Helmet In Spiti "Is From Old Shoot" After Cops Step In

NDTV

time27-05-2025

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  • NDTV

Sonu Sood Says Viral Video Of Riding Bike Without Helmet In Spiti "Is From Old Shoot" After Cops Step In

Quick Read Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. Sonu Sood faced backlash for riding a motorbike without a helmet. The Lahaul-Spiti Police announced an investigation into the incident. Sood responded, claiming the video was an old clip from a script. New Delhi: Last night, a video of Sonu Sood riding a motorbike, alongside a group of bikers, in Himachal Pradesh's Spiti Valley without a helmet went viral online. The Fateh actor received a lot of flak on social media for his alleged irresponsible behaviour in the purported clip. After the video made rounds on the internet, the official X page of the Lahaul-Spiti Police put up a post on the microblogging site taking cognisance of the matter, saying an investigation was underway. Hours later, Sonu Sood reacted to the criticism in an Instagram Story, this time wearing the helmet. Safety First. 🪖 We always abide by the laws, an old clip without the helmet was a part of our script. So kindly ignore. RIDE SAFE RIDE SMART. ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET. ⛑️ — sonu sood (@SonuSood) May 27, 2025 WHAT: Sonu Sood responded to the backlash from social media users who termed his behaviour "foolish" and a medium to gain "attention". In his new post, Sonu Sood said safety always comes first and that an old clip without a helmet was "a part of our script". He emphasised on the importance to always wear a helmet and ride smart. Instagram/Sonu Sood How Internet Users Reacted: As the initial video went viral online, social media users were furious. An X user wrote, "So will @himachalpolice take any action on @SonuSood for riding naked without a helmet in Spiti? No protective gear, no clothes - for god knows what he is trying to promote. Are celebrities above the law?" Another user wrote, "He is trying to revive his flop career, this is the trailer before he opens his OF account?" "What a foolish thing to do. Attention seeking behaviour," read another post. Another comment read, "This useless fellow is starved of attention! What an obscene & desperate way to grab eyeballs!" Official Statement By The Spiti Police The Lahaul-Spiti Police put out an official statement, acknowledging the viral video. The statement read, "A video is going viral on social media in which a Bollywood actor is seen violating traffic rules in Lahaul-Spiti district. According to preliminary information, the video appears to be from the year 2023. The task of investigating the authenticity has been handed over to DySP Headquarters, Kyelang." They added, "Whatever necessary action is required as per the law, it will be taken by the district police. District Police Lahaul-Spiti appeals to all citizens and tourists to follow traffic rules and adopt disciplined and responsible behaviour." In A Nutshell: What came as the biggest surprise for fans and internet users was that Sonu Sood participated in a road safety campaign just a few days ago. After the massive outrage online and police taking considerable steps to investigate the case, Sonu Sood issued a clarification. It is, however, unclear whether the "script" that Sonu Sood mentioned in the Instagram Story was of an advertisement, a film or a web series.

Sonu Sood issues clarification for riding bike without a helmet after it stirs a controversy: 'Safety first, we always abide by the laws'
Sonu Sood issues clarification for riding bike without a helmet after it stirs a controversy: 'Safety first, we always abide by the laws'

Time of India

time27-05-2025

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  • Time of India

Sonu Sood issues clarification for riding bike without a helmet after it stirs a controversy: 'Safety first, we always abide by the laws'

Sonu Sood faced criticism after a video showed him riding a motorcycle without a helmet in Spiti. The police launched an investigation, while Sood clarified the clip was old and part of a script, urging fans to always wear helmets. He recently debuted as a director with the film 'Fateh'. Sonu Sood landed in a tough spot after a video showing him riding a motorcycle without a helmet sparked criticism. The Spiti police noticed the clip and announced on X (formerly Twitter) that they would investigate and decide on the necessary steps. To address the issue, Sood posted a follow-up video from Spiti, this time wearing a helmet while riding. The actor clarifies The actor addressed the controversy by posting a video on his Instagram Stories, clarifying the situation. He wrote, 'Safety first, we always abide by the laws, an old clip without the helmet was part of the script, so kindly ignore. Ride safe, ride smart and always wear a helmet.' The video shows him riding through the valley alongside his team in a series of clips. The footage appears to be from an earlier time, which the Spiti police confirmed, stating, 'According to preliminary information, the video appears to be from the year 2023. The task of investigating the authenticity has been handed over to DySP Headquarters, Kyelang.' Public reaction and calls for responsibility Sood is now facing significant criticism after a video surfaced that contradicts his public persona. Aside from sharing the video and its caption on Instagram, he has not released any formal comments on the matter. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning For Working Professionals. BITS Pilani WILP Apply Now Undo Fans have voiced their disappointment and demanded responsibility. One concerned user on X questioned, 'So will @himachalpolice take any action on @SonuSood for riding naked without a helmet in Spiti? No protective gear, no clothes—God knows what he's trying to promote. Are celebrities above the law?' Latest Professional Work On the professional front, Sonu Sood's most recent appearance was in 'Fateh', a film that marked his first venture into directing. The movie also featured performances from Jacqueline Fernandez , Naseeruddin Shah , Vijay Raaz , and Dibyendu Bhattacharya. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .

Sonu Sood breaks silence on helmetless bike ride after video sparks debate: ‘It was part of the script'
Sonu Sood breaks silence on helmetless bike ride after video sparks debate: ‘It was part of the script'

Indian Express

time27-05-2025

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  • Indian Express

Sonu Sood breaks silence on helmetless bike ride after video sparks debate: ‘It was part of the script'

Actor Sonu Sood found himself in an unusual situation after facing backlash for posting a video in which he is seen riding a bike without a helmet. The Spiti police took note of the video and stated on X (formerly Twitter) that they would look into the matter and determine the appropriate course of action. In response, Sood shared another video from Spiti, this time wearing a helmet while riding. The actor posted the video on his Instagram Stories and the caption read, 'Safety first, we always abide by the laws, an old clip without the helmet was part of the script, so kindly ignore. Ride safe, ride smart and always wear a helmet.' In the video, Sood is seen riding alongside his crew in a compilation of clips showing him traversing the valley on a bike. The video seems to be old and even the Spiti police have talked about this fact saying, 'According to preliminary information, the video appears to be from the year 2023. The task of investigating the authenticity has been handed over to DySP Headquarters, Kyelang.' Also Read | Sonu Sood asks people to be kind to debutants amid Nadaaniyan criticism: 'Nobody was perfect when they started' Sonu Sood, known for his philanthropic work and past role as a road safety ambassador, is facing intense scrutiny due to the contradiction between his public image and the viral video. Apart from the video on his Instagram handle and the caption along with it, the actor has not made any official statement regarding the controversy. Fans have expressed disappointment and called for accountability. One user on X wrote, 'So will @himachalpolice take any action on @SonuSood for riding naked without a helmet in Spiti? No protective gear, no clothes—God knows what he's trying to promote. Are celebrities above the law?'' On the professional front, Sood was last seen in Fateh, which marked his directorial debut. The film also starred Jacqueline Fernandez, Naseeruddin Shah, Vijay Raaz, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya.

Why is Sonu Sood trending on social media? Know about investigation against him for violating traffic rules in Spiti
Why is Sonu Sood trending on social media? Know about investigation against him for violating traffic rules in Spiti

Pink Villa

time26-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Pink Villa

Why is Sonu Sood trending on social media? Know about investigation against him for violating traffic rules in Spiti

Last month, Sonu Sood took to his social media handle to talk about road safety and requested fans to wear seatbelts, after his wife's accident. Now, a video of the Bollywood actor riding a bike in Spiti Valley surfaced online. The old clip has now become the talk of the town because the celebrity can be seen riding the motor vehicle without a helmet. After the video spread like wildfire, the Himachal Pradesh police launched an investigation into the matter. Read on! Sonu Sood is known for his philanthropy work and using his social media presence to create awareness about road safety, among other measures. But currently, the Dabangg actor is in soup for flouting road rules and driving a bike without a helmet or any other safety gear. Apparently, an old video of the actor riding a bike in Spiti Valley without a helmet surfaced online. In the clip, the Happy New Year actor can be seen riding the bike shirtless with his boxers on. While he donned dark eyewear and a pair of expensive shoes, fans were quick to state how he was flouting road rules by not wearing a helmet. The viral video in question was also posted by Sonu on his Instagram handle when he was making his directorial debut film, Fateh. While in the first part of the clip he can be seen riding without a helmet, the second half shows him wearing a helmet for a brief period. Soon after, fans took to social media and requested him to not encourage helmet-less driving. 'Pls wear riding gears n helmet …you've been a great example of kindness and inspiration. Pls don't encourage riding without helmet n proper gears in terrain like these' a user stated. Another one opined, 'So called Star riding without helmet and gears promoting chapri giri.' After social media outrage, the Lahaul & Spiti Police, along withthe Himachal Pradesh Police, took swift action. They reposted the video on their X (formerly Twitter) handle and stated, 'A video allegedly showing a Bollywood actor violating traffic rules in Lahaul-Spiti is under investigation. Initial info: Video may be from 2023. Verification underway by DySP HQ Keylong. District Police will take legal action if violations are confirmed.'

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