Bollywood Newswrap, August 7: Celebs react to Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from Paris Olympics 2024, Ananya Panday’s dating rumors surface

Bollywood Newswrap, August 7: Celebs react to Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from Paris Olympics 2024, Ananya Panday's dating rumors surface

As a lifestyle expert with a rich tapestry of experiences, I find myself constantly intrigued by the dynamic world of Bollywood and its intersection with sports, politics, and society at large. The events of August 7 were no exception, offering a fascinating blend of drama, excitement, and heartache.


7th August was a day brimming with significant happenings that sparked conversations across the internet. Notable events included Bollywood personalities voicing their opinions about Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat being disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024 finals, and Ananya Panday generating dating speculations with former model Walker Blanco.

Hey there fellow enthusiast! In case you’ve been offline and missing out on all the excitement, I’ve gathered some key updates for you to stay up-to-date. Enjoy the recap!

1. Bollywood celebs react to Vinesh Phogat’s exclusion from Paris Olympics 2024

Initially, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat made history by qualifying for the Olympics finals, a first for any Indian wrestler. However, unexpectedly on Wednesday, it was revealed that she was disqualified because she exceeded the weight limit by 100 grams during the final weigh-in. This surprising news left everyone stunned and saddened.

Beyond Prime Minister Narendra Modi, esteemed Bollywood personalities such as Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Vicky Kaushal, Varun Dhawan, Ananya Panday, and many others have taken to social media to express their support for me.

2. Ananya Panday sparks dating rumors with former model Walker Blanco

Following the blissful union of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, heartwarming glimpses into the easy camaraderie between Ananya Panday and Hardik Pandya have been stealing the limelight, leaving everyone captivated.

Instead of the report in the Bombay Times suggesting otherwise, it appears that the actress may indeed be dating former model Walker Blanco. They reportedly met during Ambani’s pre-wedding events, and she was even spotted with him at the wedding itself.

3. Ayushmann Khurrana walks out of Sunny Deol’s Border 2

As an ardent admirer, I eagerly anticipated the collaboration between Sunny Deol and Ayushmann Khurrana in Border 2, a project masterminded by JP Dutta. However, recent news from Mid-Day suggests that after extensive discussions with the creators, Khurrana has chosen to step away from the lead role in the war drama spearheaded by Sunny Deol. Apparently, the actor expressed some reservations about his role placement within the film, leading him to make this decision.

4. John Abraham meets double Olympic 2024 medalist Manu Bhaker

As an ardent admirer putting this into my own words: Just yesterday, I found myself in the presence of Manu Bhaker – a remarkable athlete who brought home two Olympic medals in a single edition post-independence for our great nation! I was fortunate enough to spend some time with her and her charming family. Words can’t express the pride she instills in me, as I watched her accomplish this incredible feat! Respect to you, Manu Bhaker – you truly are an inspiration! #ProudIndian 🇮🇳💪🏽✨

5. Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant enjoying their honeymoon in Costa Rica

A few days following their grand nuptials, it’s said that Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant chose Costa Rica as their dreamy honeymoon destination.

As reported by The Tico Times, the Migration Directorate affirmed that the couple arrived on August 1st. They are reportedly living in Casa Las Olas, an extravagant Four Seasons resort nestled in the scenic Guanacaste region. A single night’s stay at this luxurious property costs an astonishing $30,000, which is equivalent to more than 25 million rupees.

6. Makers start working on the script of Ajay Devgn and R Madhavan’s Shaitaan 2

Following fantastic audience reception, a new report from Bollywood Hungama states that work has commenced on the script for Shaitaan 2. Once the script is complete, the producers, together with Ajay Devgn, will determine the production timeline. The initial film featuring Devgn and R Madhavan was launched in March this year.

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2024-08-07 16:23