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Pink Villa
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Mrunal Thakur: Meet actress rumored to be dating Dhanush, rejected Aamir Khan's Thugs of Hindostan, and started acting at the age of 20
Mrunal Thakur has captivated audiences with her journey from television's beloved star to a formidable presence in the Indian cinema. Mrunal has worked in several movies ranging in Marathi, Hindi, and Telugu languages in her career spanning seven years. The Son of Sardaar 2 actress is currently grabbing headlines for her personal life. She is rumored to be dating Dhanush. Here's all you need to know about her. Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush's rumored love affair Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush are the new rumored couple in town. The speculation of their alleged love affair started when a video of the Raanjhanna star holding Mrunal's hand from her birthday celebration recently surfaced on the Internet. Dhanush also attended the premiere of her recently released movie, Son of Sardaar 2. Meanwhile, Mrunal was present at the wrap party of his upcoming film, Tere Ishq Main. Now, a source confirmed to News18 Showsha that they are indeed dating. However, they aren't planning to make their relationship official in public yet. Do you know Mrunal Thakur once auditioned for Thugs of Hindostan? Mrunal Thakur gave an audition for Aamir Khan's Thugs of Hindostan during her initial days in the film industry. In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, the Sita Ramam actress shared that she underwent an audition process that went 'lovely'. Mrunal also did a look test with Aamir for the 2018 movie, which was backed under the banner of Yash Raj Films. The Son of Sardaar 2 actress then confirmed that the role was given to Fatima Sana Shaikh, and she ended up choosing Love Sonia. Filmfare once reported that Mrunal rejected Thugs of Hindostan to avoid YRF's three-film deal contract, as she felt that it would affect her international career. A brief about Mrunal Thakur's journey in showbiz Mrunal Thakur started her acting career at the age of 20. Mrunal first appeared in a TV show, Mujhse Kuchh Khamoshiyaan, in 2012. She gained prominence after starring in Ekta Kapoor's popular TV series, Kumkum Bhagya. Mrunal Thakur made her film debut with Love Sonia in 2018. She has worked in movies like Super 30, Batla House, Toofaan, Dhamaka, Jersey, Pippa, and others. Her notable Telugu films include Sita Ramam and The Family Star. She also made a brief appearance in Kalki 2898 AD. Born on August 1, 1992, Mrunal hails from a Marathi-speaking family in Maharashtra. Her cousin brother Dhaval Thakur is also an actor. She studied at St. Joseph's Convent School and Vasant Vihar High School. Mrunal left her graduation course at KC College to pursue acting.
India.com
04-08-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Dhanush Slams AI-Altered Raanjhanaa Re-Release, Raises Clear Objection To Alternate Ending
New Delhi: Actor Dhanush, known for essaying the iconic character of 'Kundan' in Aanand L Rai's 'Raanjhanaa', has finally broken his silence on the controversy surrounding the film's AI version. The 2013 romantic drama has been in headlines lately over the makers' decision to alter the film's ending with the use of artificial intelligence, sparking a heated debate among many. Dhanush, who played the lead role, took to X on Sunday evening and shared his discontent with the same. The actor stated that the re-release of 'Raanjhanna' with an AI-altered climax left him "completely disturbed." For the love of cinema _ — Dhanush (@dhanushkraja) August 3, 2025 "This alternative ending has stripped the film of its soul, and the concerned parties went ahead with it despite my clear objection. This is not the film I committed to 12 years ago," he added. Dhanush also weighed in on the concerns regarding the use of AI to alter films and content. "It threatens the integrity of storytelling and the legacy of cinema. I sincerely hope that stricter regulations are put in place to prevent such practices in the future," he explained. Dhanush's reaction came after director Aanand L Rai also echoed similar sentiments on social media. Taking to his Instagram handle, Rai shared a long note to criticise the altered version. "The idea that our work can be taken and modified by a machine, then dressed up as innovation, is deeply disrespectful. To cloak a film's emotional legacy in a synthetic cape without consent, is not a creative act. It's an abject betrayal of everything we built," a part of his message read. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aanand L Rai (@aanandlrai) The Aanand L Rai directorial came out in 2013, becoming a cult classic among fans over the years. The film's leading cast includes Dhanush and Sonam Kapoor, followed by Abhay Deol, Swara Bhasker, and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub in prominent roles.
Khaleej Times
16-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
AR Rahman discharged from Chennai hospital after dehydration, neck pain
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin shared a health update on Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman after he was hospitalised in Chennai due to dehydration and neck pain. Stalin took to his Twitter handle to share the present health condition of music composer Rahman. He stated that the music maestro is fine and will be back home soon. He wrote, "As soon as I heard the news that AR Rahman had been admitted to the hospital due to ill health, I contacted the doctors and inquired about his health. They said he is fine and will be back home soon." As per AR Rahman's team, the music composer has been discharged from the hospital. He had some medical complications relating to dehydration and neck pain due to recent traveling. The 58 year-old Rahman was hospitalised in Chennai after he went for a check up last night after feeling uneasy. Earlier today, the musician's team said, "All tests taken by doctors showed Rehman, 58, to be normal, and he is likely to be discharged today itself." The music maestro's team also refuted 'fake' reports, which claimed he had been admitted to hospital following 'chest pain'. "It's fake news (on heart issues) spreading now. Rahman went to hospital because he got dehydrated and has neck pain due to travel," they said Rahman is currently busy with his music projects and several gigs. The singer had joined Ed Sheran during his Mathematics Tour concert performance in Chennai last month. He is also set to compose music for the Dhanush and Kriti Sanon starrer 'Tere Ishk Mein', which is a spiritual sequel to the blockbuster film Raanjhanna. It is directed by Anand L Rai.
