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News18
6 days ago
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Hey Mahesh Babu, Namrata Shirodkar Says You Make Her Life 'Feel Like A Dream'
Last Updated: Namrata Shirodkar posted a beautiful family photograph featuring herself, Mahesh Babu and their children — Gautam and Sitara. Mahesh Babu turned 50 today, August 9. While several heartwarming wishes poured in from across the world, it was his wife and former actress Namrata Shirodkar's birthday wish that stole the limelight. She took to her social media and shared a special family picture that offered a loving glimpse of the happy family. Taking to her Instagram, Namrata posted a beautiful family photograph featuring herself, Mahesh and their children — Gautam and Sitara. Alongside the picture, she penned an emotional note that captured the essence of their bond. Calling Mahesh Babu her strength, the former actress penned, 'Happy birthday to the man who makes life feel like a dream. My love, my strength, my everything. Love you always, Mahesh Babu." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Namrata Shirodkar (@namratashirodkar) Shilpa Shirodkar's Wish For 'Best Brother-in-Law' As Mahesh Babu turned a year older, actress and sister-in-law Shilpa Shirodkar also took to Instagram to post a heartfelt birthday message. Dropping an adorable picture with Mahesh Babu, she penned, 'Happy Birthday to the best brother-in-law ever!! You keep inspiring us all with your humility and grace. May your light be shining brighter each year! Love you toooooooo much." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Shirodkar Ranjit (@shilpashirodkar73) Mahesh Babu's Personal Life Mahesh and Namrata have been a loving duo for 20 years now. The couple tied the wedding knot in 2005 and are proud parents of two children. They stepped into a new chapter of life with the birth of Gautam in the year 2006. Following this, the two embraced parenthood for the second time in 2012 with the birth of their daughter, Sitara. Mahesh Babu's Recent and Upcoming Work Workwise, the actor most recently impressed audiences in Guntur Kaaram, a Telugu-language action drama. Directed by Trivikram Srinivas, the film starred him alongside Sreeleela, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Jayaram, Jagapathi Babu, Sunil, Prakash Raj, Ramya Krishna and Rao Ramesh. Mahesh Babu earned widespread attention for its gripping storyline and powerful performances. Up next, Mahesh Babu is roped in for acclaimed filmmaker SS Rajamouli's much-awaited film, titled SSMB29. Adding to the excitement, the film marks the maiden collaboration of global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas with Mahesh. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Namrata Shirodkar Shares Pics Of Sitara's 13th Birthday Celebration, Fans React
Namrata Shirodkar treated fans with photo series capturing Sitara's glamorous island celebration in Sri Lanka Mahesh Babu and former actress Namrata Shirodkar's daughter, Sitara Ghattamaneni, turned 13 on July 20, and her birthday celebration has become the latest darling of social media. Namrata Shirodkar treated fans with a photo series capturing Sitara's glamorous island celebration in Sri Lanka. Taking to her Instagram handle, Namrata shared photos of daughter birthday celebration in Srilanka and wrote, 'Srilanka 2025." Fans reacted with heart emojis. Mahesh Babu took to Instagram with a throwback Christmas photo of himself and Sitara bundled up in cosy winter gear, her goofy pose and his warm smile capturing their unfiltered bond. 'And just like that… she's a teenager! Happy birthday @sitaraghattamaneni. Always lighting up my life. Love you so much," he wrote, marking the milestone with heartfelt pride. Namrata Shirodkar posted an emotional photo carousel. Her first photo featured baby Sitara in a sweet pink dress. She captioned it, 'You had me wrapped around your tiny fingers from day one…". The second captured a radiant teenage Sitara lying in bed, prompting Namrata to note, 'That sweet smile only got brighter with time." The next saw her write, 'Graceful, grounded, growing beautifully inside and out." In another shot, she praised Sitara's confident spirit: 'Now suddenly you're this confident, strong, young girl, and I'm just in awe." Her final shared frame showed the pair together, wishing her, 'Happy Birthday, my love!" The post concluded with a moving note: 'No matter how big you get, you'll always be the little hand that first held mine and changed my world forever…Happy Birthday @sitaraghattamaneni I love you." Mahesh and Namrata have been a loving duo since their 2005 wedding. They welcomed Gautam in 2006, followed by Sitara's arrival in 2012. Sitara Ghattamaneni, daughter of Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu and former actor Namrata Shirodkar, has been in the spotlight from a young age. Known for her charming personality and frequent appearances on her parents' social media, Sitara has grown up in front of the camera while still maintaining a low-key public presence. In recent years, she's garnered a fan base of her own, especially after featuring in a few brand campaigns and dance videos. view comments First Published: July 29, 2025, 20:20 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
21-07-2025
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- Indian Express
‘Wanted to hit my head on the wall': Shilpa Shirodkar on returning to India due to depression, be close to sister Namrata; emotional cost of buried grief
Shilpa Shirodkar, one of Bollywood's most recognisable faces in the 1990s, recently reflected on battling depression and the powerful support system that helped her through it. Having taken a 13-year hiatus from acting to raise her family in London, Shilpa eventually returned to India, not to reclaim her career, but to be closer to her sister, Namrata Shirodkar, following the devastating loss of both her parents. 'I didn't get films and I didn't try also. I didn't even try for television also. In fact, when I came back to India, I wasn't in a great mental state. I had lost my parents, and I was in really bad depression. And I actually came back to India to be next to my sister (Namrata Shirodkar). I had nothing on my mind about work,' she shared in a conversation with Pinkvilla. Her husband, Aparesh, made a profound personal sacrifice to support her decision: 'In 2010, when I decided to come back, Aparesh's career was at its peak, but he realised that I needed to come back, and he left everything and came back.' Despite having no intentions of returning to the screen, Shilpa eventually found herself acting again and even producing for television. But behind that professional re-emergence was a painful period marked by overwhelming emotional distress: 'I used to cry a lot, I had no control over my tears. Even when anything good happened, still I couldn't stop crying. I had become a robot, and wasn't interested in anything. I had put on so much weight, I had dark circles, I had no interest in life. I used to not go out, don't do anything, was just doing things because I had a young child, dropping her and picking her up from school. Wasn't talking to anyone at home. If I talked, there was misunderstanding. In fact, I just wanted to hit my head on the wall.' Counselling psychologist Athul Raj tells 'Unresolved grief-related depression often hides in plain sight. The person might be going about their daily life, showing up at work, and making small talk, but inside, they feel emotionally shut down.' A post shared by Shilpa Shirodkar Ranjit (@shilpashirodkar73) He adds that situational sadness usually has a clear cause, like a breakup or disappointment, and tends to ease with support or time. 'Burnout comes from prolonged stress, often work-related, and while it's exhausting, it usually improves with rest or lifestyle changes. But unresolved grief is different. It comes from a loss that was never fully processed. The grief was either ignored, dismissed, or pushed away, and it settled into the body like a weight,' notes Raj. In Indian families, he says, people are often told to be strong, to move on quickly, or to avoid talking about pain. Over time, these unspoken emotions build up. They don't disappear. They show up as fatigue, irritability, emotional numbness, or chronic sadness. Spousal support can be a lifeline when someone is going through depression, says Raj, adding, 'It's not about having the answers or fixing things. It's about being emotionally present when the person feels most lost. When someone is depressed, their inner world can feel dark, empty, and disconnected. In that space, a partner's steady presence becomes a quiet but powerful reminder that they're not alone.' That said, he mentions that supporting someone through depression is hard. It can feel confusing and draining. 'Partners often don't know what to say or do. They might fear saying the wrong thing or feel helpless watching someone they love struggle. That's why partners need support too. They need space to express their own emotions, understand what depression really is, and learn what helps and what doesn't,' he stresses.
Pink Villa
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Namrata Shirodkar turns heads in ruched gown, shares adorable BFF moment with daughter Sitara
Former actress and diva Namrata Shirodkar never fails to impress with her stunning fashion choices. From ethnic to western, the star wife's social media is a testament to her glam getups. She recently attended an event with her daughter, Sitara, in Mumbai and it's safe to say that she was dressed to impress. Namrata Shirodkar's perfect pink ruched gown look In the video, Namrata Shirodkar posed for the paparazzi outside the venue for the Miss World 2025 event in the city. The diva opted for a ruched pink gown which had symmetric folds all over it, adding a perfect silhouette appearance. She tied up her hair in a high bun and chose statement accessories such as layered neckpieces, sleek chokers, minimal earrings, and rings. Sitara Ghattamaneni's elegant look in red Not just Namrata, but her daughter Sitara Ghattamaneni was also present at the special event. The little one looked elegantly dressed in a red-hued ribbed dress. She kept her hair open, opted for minimal makeup, and accessorized with a sleek pendant. The duo held hands as they posed for the shutterbugs before proceeding to step inside their car. Namrata Shirodkar's comment on Sitara's acting debut Mahesh Babu and Namrata's daughter Sitara Ghattamaneni has frequently grabbed attention for her possible debut as an actor. Being one of the most popular star kids in the block, there seems to be quite the anticipation over the same. Previously too, at an event, the doting mom had carefully silenced all the buzz. Speaking to the press, she highlighted, 'She (Sitara) is just 12 years old now, so there's a lot of time left for us to discuss it.'
Indian Express
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Miss World 2025: Chiranjeevi, Vijay Deverakonda and Sonu Sood attend event, Jacqueline Fernandez and Ishaan Khatter rock the stage
The 72nd Miss World ceremony was hosted at the Hitex Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad on Saturday. Miss Thailand Opal Suchata Chuangsri was crowned Miss World 2025 at the grand event attended by the who's who of the entertainment world. While the global event saw the presence of Miss World 2017 and actor Manushi Chhillar, Telangana CM Revanth Reddy, Megastar Chiranjeevi, Sonu Sood, Vijay Deverakonda, Rana Daggubati, and Namrata Shirodkar, among others, Bollywood stars Jacqueline Fernandez and Ishaan Khatter wowed the audience with high-energy performances Several inside videos and photos from the event have surfaced on social media. Dressed in an all-white outfit, Jacqueline was seen performing to her latest hit songs. Meanwhile, Ishaan impressed the audience with his moves to the chartbuster 'Naatu Naatu' from RRR. A post shared by Pageantreels (@pageantreels) One of the highlights of the event was the presentation of the Miss World Humanitarian Award to actor Sonu Sood. Sharing a photo, the actor's wife Sonali Sood wrote, 'Youngest ever humanitarian award at the global platform. Proud of you.' Manushi Chhillar too shared an inside photo from the event and wrote, 'What a spectacular evening celebrating beauty, purpose and power. #MissWorld2025.' A post shared by Manushi Chhillar (@manushi_chhillar) Namrata Shirodkar shared a series of pictures and added, 'So much beauty, elegance, and heart on one stage — congratulations to all the amazing contestants. You were all incredible. ❤️ What a magical evening! It was also so lovely meeting the wonderful #JuliaMorley 🤗❤ Biggest cheers for @suchaaata — Miss Thailand — Miss World 2025! 🌟.' A post shared by Namrata Shirodkar (@namratashirodkar) See more photos and videos from the Miss World 2025 ceremony: #VijayDeverakonda :)❤️ — :) (@rwdyrushiee) June 1, 2025 Telangana CM Revanth reddy and Megastar Chiranjeevi at miss world grand finale event. She won heart of Listners Missworld thailand 2025#MissWorldThailand2025#MissWorld2025 #mono — Gaurav (@xgauravInc) May 31, 2025 The 72nd Miss World marked Telangana's first time hosting the prestigious event. It was also the third time India has hosted the pageant, following previous editions in 1996 and 2024. The 72nd Miss World winner Opal Suchata Chuangsri received a prize money of Rs 8.5 crore on Saturday.
