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Hindustan Times
15-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
50 years of Rajinikanth: When the Tamil star spoke about looking his age and not wearing wig off-screen
In an industry that runs as much on vanity as it does on talent, Rajinikanth is one such actor who isn't afraid to show his real self. While his on-screen persona might be all about the swagger, shiny wig, flashy clothes, et al, his off-screen personality is the polar opposite in simple clothes and receding hair. In a 2010 interview with The Telegraph India, Rajinikanth spoke about why he looks his age off-screen. (Also Read: Lakshmi Manchu on 50 years of Rajinikanth: 'One should pray for the kind of friendship he has with my dad Mohan Babu') Rajinikanth's off-screen personality looks nothing like his on-screen persona and he has a reason why. Rajinikanth on looking his age off-screen Rajinikanth was asked how his fans feel when they see him with a receding hairline, no wig and grey hair off-screen. He said, 'It is important to them how you look on celluloid; they're paying for that. There they feel: my hero should look like a hero. On celluloid if you come like that they will hate it. Outside it doesn't matter. People are intelligent, they know everything. So why unnecessarily give yourself discomfort?' The actor also admitted that romancing women younger than him was getting awkward and that he was feeling his age, stating, 'Sometimes when I do action scenes or when I dance, I feel it. Age is age. But technicians, directors, they know and they manage. When doing a romantic scene now, you feel awkward. Even if you say it's just acting, you do feel a little embarrassed.' This interview was taken after Aishwarya Rai, who is more than 20 years younger than him, had played his romantic interest in Enthiran. Rajinikanth also credited his 'small build, tight skin' to his genes, yoga and meditation back then, commenting on how his parents didn't pass down BP or diabetes to him. 50 years of Rajinikanth Numerous celebrities, including Kamal Haasan, Hrithik Roshan, Mammootty, Mohanlal and others, congratulated the actor on the milestone of completing 50 years in the film industry. His latest film Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, was released on 14 August, breaking several box office records on its opening day.
Time of India
13-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Lakshmi Manchu faces ED questioning: Actor spotted by paparazzi outside Hyderabad office
Picture Credit: X Actor Lakshmi Manchu appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Hyderabad in connection with an ongoing investigation into the alleged promotion of betting apps. What was expected to be a low-key visit quickly turned tense when paparazzi surrounded her. Tense entry at the ED office In a video shared by ANI on X (formerly Twitter), the Agni Nakshatram star was seen stepping out of her car and walking toward the building, only to be immediately surrounded by photographers and reporters. As questions flooded in and cameras clicked in rapid succession, Lakshmi appeared visibly uncomfortable with the crowd's proximity. A team member asked the media to step back, but Lakshmi herself looked at the crowd and said firmly, 'Behave yourselves!' before heading inside. Ongoing ED probe into betting app promotions The ED investigation follows several state police FIRs related to online betting platforms that allegedly generated illegal revenues worth crores of rupees through unauthorized gambling. Several celebrities, including actors and social media influencers, are suspected of endorsing these apps for payment, lending legitimacy to these platforms among their audiences. Lakshmi Manchu is the fourth actor to appear before the agency in this case. Previously, Prakash Raj, Vijay Deverakonda , and Rana Daggubati were questioned on separate dates in recent weeks. Statements from other Tollywood stars Rana Daggubati and Vijay Deverakonda have clarified that they only endorsed legally authorized, skill-based gaming platforms. Vijay shared company accounts and transaction details with the ED, while Prakash Raj stated that he never accepted payment for a 2016 betting app endorsement, citing his personal conscience. Lakshmi Manchu is currently preparing for her next big-screen project, Agni Nakshatram . In the film, she plays a fierce police officer alongside her father, veteran actor Mohan Babu, with Samuthirakani, Viswant Chitra, and Siddique in pivotal roles.
New Indian Express
13-08-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Actress Lakshmi Manchu appears before ED in online betting-linked PMLA case
HYDERABAD: Telugu actress Lakshmi Manchu on Wednesday appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) here for questioning in a money laundering case linked to illegal online betting and gambling by certain platforms. Lakshmi appeared before the officials of the probe agency at its zonal office here. The federal agency had issued summons to four actors--Prakash Raj, Vijay Deverakonda, Rana Daggubati and Lakshmi Manchu-- last month, asking them to appear on different dates at the agency's zonal office here for questioning in the case. Raj, Deverakonda and Daggubati have appeared before the ED. The actors had "endorsed" online betting apps allegedly involved in generating "illicit" funds, according to official sources.
Deccan Herald
13-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Deccan Herald
Actress Lakshmi Manchu appears before Enforcement Directorate in betting-linked PMLA case
Hyderabad: Telugu actress Lakshmi Manchu on Wednesday appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) here for questioning in a money laundering case linked to illegal online betting and gambling by certain appeared before the officials of the probe agency at its zonal office federal agency had issued summons to four actors--Prakash Raj, Vijay Deverakonda, Rana Daggubati and Lakshmi Manchu-- last month, asking them to appear on different dates at the agency's zonal office here for questioning in the Deverakonda and Daggubati have appeared before the Prakash Raj and Vijay Deverakonda, Rana Daggubati questioned by ED in betting app actors had "endorsed" online betting apps allegedly involved in generating "illicit" funds, according to official agency has recorded the statements of the three actors under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)..The ED had taken cognisance of as many as five state police FIRs to register its case against these actors and a number of other celebrities and social media individuals are suspected to have "endorsed" online betting apps for a celebrity or endorsement fee, ED sources platforms are alleged to have generated "illicit" funds through illegal betting and gambling, worth crores of rupees, they had recently said that he made an endorsement for a gaming app, adding that gaming apps are completely legal and recognised by the government.
Hindustan Times
13-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Lakshmi Manchu snaps at reporters, tells them to behave as she appears before ED in betting app case
Actor Lakshmi Manchu appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday in Hyderabad in connection with an ongoing investigation into the alleged promotion of betting apps. The actor was summoned after her name surfaced in relation to a digital platform under scrutiny for its links to online betting. Lakshmi Manchu appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Hyderabad. Lakshmi Manchu arrives before ED In a video that was shared by news agency ANI on their X account, Lakshmi was seen getting out of her car to enter the ED office. However, as soon as she stepped out, several photographers surrounded her for pictures and started questioning her. Lakshmi seemed irked by the proximity of the reporters, and even as someone from the team told them to stay at a distance, she snapped at them and said, 'Behave yourselves!' Other actors under the scanner In July, the agency issued summons to four actors—Prakash Raj, Vijay Deverakonda, Rana Daggubati, and Lakshmi Manchu—asking them to appear on different dates at the agency's zonal office in Hyderabad for questioning in the case. During their appearance, the agency is expected to record the statements of the actors under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The ED had taken cognisance of as many as five state police FIRs to register its case against these actors and a number of other celebrities and social media influencers. These individuals are suspected to have 'endorsed' online betting apps for a celebrity or endorsement fee, ED sources said. These platforms are alleged to have generated illicit funds through illegal betting and gambling, worth crores of rupees, they said. Prakash Raj appeared before the ED in Hyderabad on 30 July, while Rana visited on August 1. Vijay appeared before the ED on August 6 and later clarified his stance to the press. He emphasised that he only promoted A23, a legal gaming app, not a betting platform. Lakshmi Manchu was last seen in the reality show The Traitors, hosted by Karan Johar. (with inputs from PTI)
