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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ileana D'Cruz Shares Heartfelt Update On ‘Raid 2' Absence & Bollywood Return
Ileana D'Cruz Shares Heartfelt Update On 'Raid 2' Absence & Bollywood Return Source: IANS Actress Ileana D'Cruz, who is currently embracing motherhood, recently explained why she was not part of the much-anticipated 'Raid 2.' In an intimate Q&A with fans, Ileana revealed that conflicting schedules prevented her from joining the sequel to the blockbuster 2018 film 'Raid,' starring Ajay Devgn. Fans expressed their disappointment, but Ileana hinted at potential future projects, reassuring her followers about her eventual comeback to Bollywood.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Hyderabad's furry hire makes CEOs rethink workplace wellness
35-year-old Ileana D'Cruz flaunts her toned body in latest mirror selfie, says 'felt good, may not delete' Bollywood beauty Ileana D'Cruz has shared a couple of pictures flaunting her ravishing toned body in a yellow bikini. Her Instagram story had a close up of herself basking in the sun, while the other one is a mirror selfie of the gorgeous actress with a note that read, 'felt good, may not delete'. The diva commands more than 15 million followers on Instagram and surely knows ways to keep her fans glued to her social media handle. On personal front, Ileana is rumoured to be in a relationship with Katrina Kaif's brother Sebastian Laurent Michel. The actress will soon be seen in 'Lovers'. For more news and updates, stay tuned to ETimes. Times Of India
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Ileana D'Cruz reveals she was offered Ajay Devgn's Raid 2 but turned it down due to ‘different priorities': ‘Couldn't work out the schedule given, just had my baby'
Ileana D'Cruz has been away from films for some time and is currently expecting her second child with husband Michael Dolan. During a recent Instagram AMA session, the actor, who played the female lead in Ajay Devgn's Raid, revealed that she was offered a role in Raid 2 as well. However, she turned it down, citing a shift in priorities and a shooting schedule that didn't align with her availability. The actor, who played the role of Malini Pathak in the 2018 film Raid, was replaced by Vaani Kapoor in the sequel. During the AMA session, a fan asked about her absence from Raid 2 and plans to make a comeback in films. Ileana replied, 'I miss working in movies too and I would have loved to be a part of Raid 2. Raid was a special film but Malini was such a special character to play and working with my director Raj Kumar Gupta was a wonderful experience as was working with Ajay again.' She added, 'The makers of Raid 2 did offer the movie to me but unfortunately we couldn't work out the schedule given that I had just had my baby and my priorities are very different at the moment. That said I think Vaani looked lovely in all the promos I've seen and I'm sure she brought her own lovely charm to her character. Hope that clears any confusion.' ALSO READ | Ileana D'Cruz shares messages of appreciation after posting a note on embracing her body When another fan asked her why she has been absent on screen lately, Ileana said, 'Because I'm busy with diapers and baby bum cream.' A user was also curious about the actor's return to films. She wrote, 'Absolutely.' Ileana D'Cruz also revealed the best thing about motherhood. She said, 'The hardest thing I've ever had to do. Wasn't like anything I expected. All-consuming and 24/7. No off days. But my god, the feeling I get when I see my little one smile, or hold me, or just thrive and be a happy, healthy boy — makes me feel like I'm superwoman.' Ileana D'Cruz married Michael Dolan in 2023, and welcomed their first child the same year. The couple is now set to welcome their second child.
NDTV
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Ileana D'Cruz Reveals Why She Turned Down Raid 2: "Just Had My Baby, Priorities Are Very Different Now"
New Delhi: Ileana D'Cruz, who is expecting her second child, recently revealed that she was offered to reprise her role in Raid 2 but could not take it up due to scheduling issues. What Ileana D'Cruz, who played Malini Pathak in the 2018 film Raid, responded to a fan during a recent Q&A session on Instagram. A fan mentioned missing her in Raid 2 and Indian films. Ileana replied: "I miss working in movies too and I would have loved to be a part of Raid 2. Raid was a special film but Malini was such a special character to play and working with my director Raj Kumar Gupta was a wonderful experience as was working with Ajay again," she said. She added: "The makers of Raid 2 did offer the movie to me but unfortunately we couldn't work out the schedule given that I had just had my baby and my priorities are very different at the moment." Ileana also praised Vaani Kapoor, who took on a role in the latest installment of the Raid franchise. "That said I think Vaani looked lovely in all the promos I've seen and I'm sure she brought her own lovely charm to her character. Hope that clears any confusion," she added. Background Ileana D'Cruz married Michael Dolan in May 2023 and welcomed their first child, a son, in August 2023. When another user asked her why she hadn't appeared on screen lately, Ileana replied: "Because I'm busy with diapers and baby bum cream." Opening up about motherhood, Ileana said, "The hardest thing I've ever had to do. Wasn't like anything I expected. All consuming and 24/7. No off days. But my god, the feeling I get to see my little one smile, or hold me, or just thrive and be a happy healthy boy, makes me feel like I'm superwoman." On being asked about her pregnancy experience and how she managed help, she said: "I found it hard to accept the help initially because I wanted everything to be done a specific way for my baby and didn't feel like anyone else would understand. You know what will be best for your baby but sometimes you need a little break too." In A Nutshell Ileana D'Cruz revealed she was offered Raid 2 but couldn't take it up due to her responsibilities as a new mom. She praised Vaani Kapoor for stepping into the role and shared that motherhood has been the hardest yet most fulfilling experience. The actress said her current focus is on her baby, not films.
India Today
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Ileana D'Cruz radiates pregnancy glow as she flaunts baby bump in new pic
Actor Ileana D'Cruz recently shared a heartwarming glimpse of her journey to motherhood, posting a beautiful moment on Instagram as she embraces her second pregnancy with husband Michael a monochrome photo posted on her Instagram Stories, Ileana is seen smiling warmly with a close friend. Both women stand facing each other, flaunting their baby bumps, radiating joy. Ileana is dressed in a chic black outfit, while her friend sports a lighter-toned, fitted dress. Captioning the moment, she wrote: 'Bump buddies' Speculation about her pregnancy began earlier this year when Ileana shared a New Year's video in January, subtly hinting at her growing family. She officially confirmed the news in February by posting a candid photo of her midnight snack cravings paired with an antacid. She playfully captioned it, 'Tell me you're pregnant without telling me you're pregnant (sic),' making it clear that baby number two is on the and Michael got married in a quiet, intimate ceremony in 2023. That same year, in April, the actor delighted her fans by announcing her first pregnancy through an Instagram post featuring a baby onesie. She captioned it, "Coming soon. Can't wait to hold you in my arms, my little angel (sic)." A few months later, in August, she shared the joyful news of her son's birth, writing, "No words can capture the happiness we feel as we welcome our precious baby boy into this world. Our hearts are overflowing with love (sic)."Meanwhile, on the work front, Ileana's most recently starred in the romantic comedy 'Do Aur Do Pyaar', directed by Shirsha Guha Thakurta. The film featured a star-studded cast including Vidya Balan, Pratik Gandhi, and Sendhil Ramamurthy. advertisement
