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New Delhi:

Kaanta Laga fame Shefali Jariwala has died at the age of 42. Results from her postmortem are awaited, however, it is a tragic loss that has left the entertainment industry in shock.

In light of the current situation, an old interview of the actor-model has resurfaced where she opened up about her abusive marriage to musician Harmeet Singh.

What’s Happening

• Shefali Jariwala who became an overnight sensation after her popular track Kaanta Laga, has died at the age of 42.
• Her last rites are being performed at the Oshiwara Crematorium, Mumbai with her close ones paying their last respects.
• Shefali Jariwala found love again in actor Parag Tyagi who she had met at a party thrown by a mutual friend. While it was a love-at-first-sight moment for Parag Desai, Shefali Jariwala took her time to say yes.
• Shefali Jariwala parted ways with Harmeet Singh in 2009 and had accused him of domestic abuse. She further elaborated on how there was a severe lack of emotional respect in their marriage.
• She had told Times Now, “It is very important to understand that you are not being appreciated. Not every kind of violence is physical. There is a lot of mental violence that also happens, and you are very unhappy in your life…”
• Shefali Jariwala also commended herself for making the decision to end her marriage despite societal judgements towards women in such cases. She credited her own upbringing and financial independence for taking this brave step.
• Speaking of her love story with Parag Tyagi, she shared, “I was single at that time. It was an arranged sort of a date. We liked each other a lot and hit it off instantly. Parag and I are very similar and different in many ways. I think we kind of balance each other out.”

What We Know So Far

Shefali Jariwala was rushed to Bellevue Multispecialty Hospital by her husband, Parag Tyagi, where she was declared dead on arrival. 

Her body’s post-mortem examination has been completed at Cooper Hospital. Results are awaited. 

New Delhi:

What does music mean to you? For some, it is just music – a good beat. For others, it is something deeper. It becomes a companion of sorts that helps you find company when you are alone, comfort when you’re hurting, and strength when you need it the most. 

For some, it may feel like an exaggeration, but others think of it as a way to find solace, and that’s what BTS became for me. They showed me that music not only transcends entertainment, but also transcends language. 

Before I dive into my story with BTS and their music, here’s a little background for you. 

Who Is BTS? 

BTS, which is an acronym for Bangtan Sonyeondan, roughly translates to Bulletproof Boys. The legendary South Korean band includes the leader RM (Kim Nam-Joon), alongside Jin (Kim Seok-Jin), SUGA (Min Yoon-Gi), J-hope (Jung Ho-Seok), Jimin (Park Ji-Min), V (Kim Tae-Hyung), and Jungkook (Jeon Jung-kook). 

The septet was officially introduced in the K-pop industry in 2013 and has since rocketed to global stardom. While songs such as Idol put them on global charts, their fan group – called ARMY – have loved them way before that. 

The First Encounter

I first came across BTS in 2016 on a cold afternoon at home when my cousin nudged me to listen to this K-pop band. I didn’t know they would become such a big part of my life. At the time, it was casual – a YouTube video here, a song there. I was drawn in by their rhythm, charisma, and of course, the sharp choreography that made my dance-loving heart race. 

I didn’t know their names, the stories behind the songs, or the language. But the sound, it stayed with me. 

Once I started peeling back the layers of their music, I realised that they weren’t just a K-pop band. Their lyrics held meaning when I understood the meaning through translation, something deeper than what I used to listen to. Songs like Blood, Sweat and Tears spoke of growth and making choices even in difficult situations. 

New Delhi:

It’s difficult to pinpoint that one viral moment that crowned Pedro Pascal as the Internet’s “zaddy”. The Chilean and American actor’s evolution from a popular actor oozing loads of charm to becoming a social media sweetheart has been in the making for a while now.

Fans drooling over his quirks with The Materialists co-stars Dakota Johnson and Chris Evans to pining for him after videos of his sensational “Sleeveless Muscle Tank Top” moments at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival red carpet last month went viral on social media, the rise and rise of Pedro Pascal doesn’t appear to be a strategic move to promote his new movie, which hit the screens on Friday.

The 50-year-old actor shot to fame over a decade ago with his breakout role as the complex yet charismatic and a formidable fighter, Oberyn Martell who gained a fan-following in the fourth season of the HBO fantasy series Game of Thrones.

i can’t wear a mask, i have breathing problems” ok?? Pedro Pascal literally has the BROADEST fucking shoulders know to man and still wears shirts pic.twitter.com/H3etuPiJ0M— jenna ☀️ (@seminerdist) February 7, 2021

What really cemented his standing as a beloved actor was his kinder onscreen versions in shows such as The Mandalorian and The Last Of Us. 

In The Mandalorian, he won hearts as a gruff but instinctively paternal character of Din Djarin, a Mandalorian bounty hunter. He made the character humane and relatable which left a lasting impression.

In The Last Of Us as well, he portrays the character of Joe Miller, a post-apocalyptic survivor who’s consumed by internal conflicts and fatherly instincts as he escorts Ellie (Bella Ramsey), a young girl with immunity to the fungal infection, across the United States.

pedro pascal in the last of us (2025) pic.twitter.com/4CN2vKUq0U— screencaps (@screenscaps) June 9, 2025

This adulation grew organically over time, with his mentions ruling Reddit conversations, social media memes, and TikTok reels. Pedro took it all in good humour and joked about playing an integral part in shaping the trend that is “Internet’s sweetheart”.

The year 2025 saw him reclaim this status.

Crazy, Stupid, “Affair”

Mumbai:

Popular singer-rapper Jackson Wang, who is on his second trip to India, says he is in the country to “observe, absorb and be inspired” by everyday lives, whether it is sampling Mumbai’s street food or playing cricket on the beach with locals.

Wang is in Mumbai to promote his upcoming album “Magic Man 2”. He previously visited the country for a performance at Lollapalooza India in 2023.

During his week-long trip, the singer said he has picked up words like ‘Namaste’, and ‘Shukriya’. He hopes to spend the rest of his time “without a direction and destination.” “(Where) I can just go out and experience it myself, and not someone trying to show me around the town. So, whatever the locals are doing, I want to just follow, observe, absorb, learn and also be inspired,” Wang told PTI.

The 31-year-old singer is a part of the popular K-pop group “Got7”, and is credited for hits such as “Blow” and “100 Ways”.

Wang’s new album “Magic Man 2” is a follow-up to his popular 2022 album of the same name.

The singer’s video of eating spicy street food like vada pav and meeting Hrithik Roshan has already gone viral on social media. His meeting with Roshan also sparked rumours of a possible collaboration on “Krrish 4”. But Wang said these reports are fake.

“When we’re together, especially Hrithik and I, we don’t talk about work. So work-related stuff is never brought up in our conversation”, he said, adding that “Krrish 4” is a big movie but he is not there.

Asked what all he has experienced during his short trip.

Wang said, “I forgot the name, but I liked the yoghurt and the crispy ball with beans in it (dahi sev puri). I’ve also had a sandwich on the street with mayonnaise and cheese, and the potato ball inside the bun (vada pav), I like that too. I am allergic to chilis, but I am okay with spices. I had a great time.” Wang, who previously collaborated with Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh on the track “Buck”, considers the actor-singer a close friend.

“We’re friends (Diljit and I), we are in shoots, and I’m a big fan of his. He shows me a lot of love, and I appreciate him as a senior, as a legendary icon. We never know when it will happen (collaboration). It probably will happen,” he said.

With nearly a decade in music industry, Wang said he has learnt the importance of taking time off.

“When I was recharging, I started writing my personal diaries, which turned into music. The The way the entire ‘Magic Man 2′ looks is what I felt internally, it’s not based on one thing, it’s everything in general. Every single song is about what and how I feel about reality, society, and humanity.” PTI KKP BK ATR ATR

New Delhi:

Imagine your favourite superheroes vanishing in the middle of a global battle, not because they lost, but because they had a duty to fulfil. 

Now, picture them returning, stronger, wiser, and with stories of their own. That’s what’s happening in the world of K-pop right now. 

After nearly two years of quiet anticipation and global longing, the seven-piece juggernaut known as BTS is officially back together, in uniform harmony, for the first time since their military enlistments began. And the air in ARMYland? Charg

The Hiatus That Changed Everything

When the members of BTS announced they would be fulfilling South Korea’s mandatory military service requirements – beginning with Jin in December 2022 – the global reaction was a mix of pride and heartbreak. 

It marked the first time in a decade that BTS would be on an official group hiatus. South Korean law mandates that able-bodied men serve in the military, typically for about 18 months and though there had been public and political debates about whether the group should be exempted (given their contribution to the Korean economy and culture), the members decided to enlist like everyone else.

Will Smith, known for his performances in films like Emancipation, Men in Black and The Pursuit of Happyness, says he rejected filmmaker Christopher Nolan’s Inception because he didn’t understand what the film was trying to say. 

Will Smith was set to play Dominic Cobb, the main protagonist in the 2010 sci-fi superhit film Inception. Leonardo DiCaprio eventually played the part. 

The film follows Dominic Cobb, a thief who infiltrates people’s dreams to steal secrets or plant ideas.

In an interview with UK radio station Kiss, as quoted by Variety, Will Smith revealed, “I don’t think I’ve ever said it publicly, but I am going to say it because we are opening up to one another. Chris Nolan brought me Inception first, and I didn’t get it. I’ve never said that out loud.” 

“Now that I think about it, it’s those movies that go into those alternate realities… They don’t pitch well. But I am hurt by those, too,” he added. 

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Christopher Nolan first offered Inception to Brad Pitt and “requested a response within 48 hours”. When the actor didn’t commit, the filmmaker approached Will Smith. After Will Smith rejected the movie, he took the film to Leonardo DiCaprio.

This isn’t the only film Will Smith has passed that later became a global sensation. The actor was also offered the role of Neo (eventually played by Keanu Reeves) in Lana and Lilly Wachowski’s The Matrix. In a 2019 YouTube video, the actor said he didn’t connect with the Wachowski siblings’ pitch as it was more about their intended directing style and not about the actual story. 

Will Smith also turned down Quentin Tarantino’s Django Unchained. The filmmaker wanted him to play the titular role. The film ultimately went to Jamie Foxx. Will Smith later told GQ magazine that he turned the film down because he “didn’t want to make a slavery film about vengeance”. 

New Delhi:

Social media is abuzz with British pop star Ed Sheeran’s latest song Sapphire. He collaborated with Indian music sensation Arijit Singh for the track, whose video was shot in India.

Ed Sheeran has always been vocal about his love for India. In this new BTS clip, the Grammy winner shares how Sapphire’s music video was shot over three weeks in the country while he was on ‘The Mathematics Tour to India’.

What’s Happening

Ed Sheeran has visited India many times. He performed at a concert in a sold-out show in Mumbai, back in March 2024.

As part of ‘The Mathematics Tour to India’, the singer travelled across six cities namely Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, Shillong, and Delhi NCR earlier this year. He sang his chartbusters such as Castle on the Hill, Shape of You, and Perfect at these concerts. A clip of Arijit Singh taking Ed Sheeran on a scooter ride in his village in West Bengal also went viral on social media.

In A Nutshell

Ed Sheeran shared a BTS video of his latest music track Sapphire. The singer-musician revealed he shot the song video in India over three weeks, the longest ever for him.

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New Delhi:

With BTS members RM, Jin, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook all discharged from their respective military duties, the clock is now ticking for Min Yoongi – best known as Suga – to wrap up his public service stint. 

When he officially completes his mandatory service on June 21, BTS will, for the first time since June 2022, stand together again. 

The band’s comeback, slated for March 2026, is easily one of the most anticipated returns in global pop culture.But while anticipation runs high, so do murmurs and at the centre of that cautious buzz is Suga himself.

Unlike his bandmates, who kept ARMYs engaged with solo music, public events and variety appearances during enlistment, Suga went almost completely off the radar. No surprise livestreams. No new music drops. No tell-all interviews. Just silence punctuated by one unfortunate twist: a DUI scandal that has cast a long, troubling shadow over what was meant to be a moment of celebratory reunion.

As the group prepares for their return, the big question now is: will Suga’s misstep leave a lasting impact on the group’s image, or will it be absorbed into the larger-than-life legacy of BTS?

Mumbai:

Two powerhouse performers Beyonce and Miley Cyrus came together during the France leg of Beyonce’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ tour.

The audience was left pleasantly surprised as Miley joined Beyonce onstage to perform their song “II Most Wanted”.

Introducing Miley, Beyonce said, “I’m so excited because I wanted to do something very special for you guys.”

The ‘Single Ladies’ singer praised Miley saying, “I could not do it without this young lady’s help, so I want you to scream as loud as you can. I want y’all for this icon. I’m your biggest fan. I’m so grateful to watch you, to sing with you, Miss Miley Cyrus.”

Now, Miley took to her Instagram handle and penned a heartfelt note showing her love and admiration for Beyonce. Posting a couple of sneak peeks from the duet performance, Miley wrote,”beyonce to be beside such a humble, gracious, legendary DIVA was a dream come true. Thank you for the opportunity to perform in Paris together & sing our song about friendship. To have learned from you & loved you my whole life, & then be standing together in matching gold looks is more than I could’ve imagined.”As the finale to this trip supporting Something Beautiful, to close on something as beautiful as a stadium full of people singing “2 Most Wanted” with us was the ultimate firework. Thank you B. I’ll be your shotgun rider for life. Big gratitude to the Cowboy Carter tour crew, you all were incredible for making this happen. Forever and always,” she added.

Both the ladies twinned in golden sequin dresses during the performance. While Beyonce opted for a golden bodysuit with a bauble-studded scoop neck and embellished buckle belt, Miley chose a crystal and rhinestone-studded catsuit.

In the meantime, Miley recently treated music lovers with her latest album, “Something Beautiful”v

New Delhi:

What do you get when you mix scandal, sequins, cultural backlash and global stardom? A BLACKPINK member navigating the treacherous lanes of K-pop idolhood while refusing to colour within the lines.

Once upon a time, and still, to some extent, K-pop idols were expected to be as flawless as their complexion, as docile as their curated interviews and as controversy-free as their airbrushed social media feeds. 

But in a world where image is everything and missteps can be career-ending, BLACKPINK’s Jennie and Lisa have become fascinating studies in rebellion. They’re not just pushing boundaries; they’re obliterating them and, in doing so, perhaps rewriting the K-pop manual itself.

The ‘Ideal Idol’ Manual

The ‘ideal idol’ is less of a person and more of a prototype. South Korea’s entertainment industry has long expected its idols to embody a specific image: wholesome, obedient, modest, humble and scandal-free. 

Agencies tightly control every aspect of an idol’s life – from diet and wardrobe to speech and social interactions. Dating is often forbidden, controversial topics are taboo, and a single “wrong” move can invite the wrath of a hyper-engaged public. 

The Korean entertainment industry’s infamous cancel culture, coupled with the vigilant gaze of conservative netizens, ensures that even perceived transgressions invite boycotts, cyberbullying and PR crises.

The Culture Of Cancellation

Unlike in the West, where fans often separate art from the artist, Korea’s celebrity culture is built on inseong, a concept that blends morality, image and public duty. K-pop idols are viewed as national representatives and role models, making personal transgressions feel like public betrayals.

Cancellation in this context is swift and brutal. A whiff of impropriety – be it vaping indoors, dating, wearing the wrong costume, or being too expressive – can erase years of goodwill.