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Jason Isaacs Worried His Home Would Be Set on Fire and That He’d Be Stabbed by Stalker

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1 year ago

March 10, 2025

Hollywood actor Jason Isaacs expressed his fear of being “stabbed” by his stalker. He criticized the police for being “next to useless” in addressing the situation, claiming they didn’t take him seriously for a significant period regarding the disturbing behavior of an unnamed young woman that began in the late 1990s, according to reports from femalefirst.co.uk.

He shared with the i newspaper, “I was overwhelmed by the whole experience. I should have turned it into a film. While ‘Baby Reindeer’ is perhaps a bit more dramatic, the reality was still frightening. I lived in constant fear that my house might be set ablaze or that I could be attacked.”

Isaacs noted that the police were slow to respond to his concerns because the perpetrator was a young woman. “There’s something unsettling about the fact that she might read this,” he added.

He recounted an incident where the woman was arrested outside his home, only to be mistakenly released and later found at his front door. In another instance, an officer allegedly suggested that Isaacs “just knock her out,” while another officer recommended he change his name and occupation entirely.

He exploded in frustration, stating, “That’s an absurd suggestion! The police were practically ineffective, insisting I must have been involved with her romantically, when I had never even met her.”

The ‘Harry Potter’ star previously revealed that he had taken legal action against the woman multiple times, but she continued to contact him obsessively once the restraining orders expired.

Isaacs genuinely believed the stalker was always “watching” him from his street. He remarked, “While friends might joke about it, they don’t realize what it feels like to have someone banging on your door at the early hours of the morning, bringing an unsettling chill into the room.”

He found it particularly odd that after being away for six months to a year for filming, her behavior would resume the moment he returned home. “It made me wonder, ‘Is she just out there, watching me every day?’”

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‘Picture’Release Postponed; New Song Released

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12 hours ago

July 18, 2026

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Mangaluru: The much-awaited Coastalwood film Picture will now release on August 7, instead of the earlier announced July 24.

Produced by Golden Star Ganesh and Shilpa Ganesh under the Golden Movies banner, the film has been made in Tulu and Kannada.

The makers have also released a new celebration song titled ‘Ajjerejjare’ in Tulu and ‘Suvvi Suvvali’ in Kannada. The lyrics are by Sandeep Bedra, while V. Harikrishna has lent his voice to the song.

Directed by Sandeep Bedra, Picture stars Nithya Prakash Bantwal and Amrutha Sudu in lead roles. The film is also the first Tulu movie to be shot in Kashmir.

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Achyutha Avatharam Released in Kannada

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16 hours ago

July 18, 2026

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Mangaluru: The Malayalam film “Achyutha Avatharam”, directed by Kannada writer and producer Puneeth, has now been released in Kannada.

The film is produced under the Rayra Ventures banner by Ramesh C., Rudramurthy, and Rakesh R. It presents a Cyber Crime thriller that connects a traditional village setting with the modern digital world.

The premiere show was held at Bharath Mall, Mangaluru, on July 17. The event began with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp by the guests.

Producer Prakash Pandeshwar wished the team success. He said it was a happy moment to see the film dubbed and released in five languages. He appealed to the audience to watch the movie, support the team, and share their opinions.

Actress Chandrakala Kadike said this was her first film in another language. She expressed happiness that the movie has now been released in Kannada. She added that although she did not know Malayalam, the entire team helped her learn the language and perform confidently.

Actor Timmappa Kulal said he has a special connection with the Malayalam film industry. He shared that he was selected for this film after his performance in another Malayalam movie. He thanked the filmmakers for giving him the opportunity and wished the film great success. He also said audience support for producers gives strength to the entire film industry.

Viewers appreciated the film after the screening. They described it as a different kind of thriller with a strong storyline. They said the movie highlights cyber fraud, the misuse of mobile phones, and delivers a meaningful message to young people.

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Supreme Court Dismisses plea against Mannat Renovation

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4 days ago

July 15, 2026

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New Delhi: The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition challenging the renovation of Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan and his wife Gauri Khan’s residence, Mannat, in Mumbai.

A Mumbai resident had filed the petition alleging that the renovation project did not have all the required statutory and environmental clearances.

During the hearing, the petitioner’s senior advocate, Shoaib Alam, argued that the project required approval from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. He also claimed that projects costing more than Rs.5 crore must obtain such approval.

The Supreme Court questioned the intention behind the petition. Chief Justice Surya Kant observed that Mannat is a private residence and its owners are free to renovate or modify their home if they follow the law.

The petitioner’s lawyer also requested that the matter be sent back to the National Green Tribunal (NGT) for reconsideration. However, the Supreme Court rejected the request.

The court also clarified that its decision was not influenced by Shah Rukh Khan’s popularity or celebrity status.

Earlier, the National Green Tribunal had dismissed a similar petition. It ruled that the project complied with environmental rules and that all necessary approvals had been granted.

The dispute began in March 2025 when social activist Santosh Daundkar approached the NGT. He challenged the Coastal Regulation Zone clearance issued by the Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority on January 3.

The petition also alleged that environmental rules were not properly followed during the approval process. However, those associated with the project maintained that all required permissions had been obtained.

The controversy arose after Gauri Khan proposed adding two more floors to the existing six-storey building at Mannat. With the Supreme Court dismissing the plea, the legal challenge to the renovation has come to an end.