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Sonali Bendre Reflects on Salman Khan: How Cancer Transformed Their Relationship

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1 year ago

June 8, 2025

Sonali Bendre and Salman Khan appeared together in the 1999 family drama ‘Hum Saath-Saath Hain,’ yet their real-life relationship was far from as amicable as their on-screen rapport. In a recent interview, Sonali reflected on how their bond has transformed, particularly after her battle with cancer, revealing a journey filled with unexpected changes.

The pair’s professional path began rather uneasily. Sonali admitted that she and Salman were not exactly friends during the filming of ‘Hum Saath-Saath Hain.’ “I grew to like Salman later. It was a process,” she shared with ANI. “To put it mildly, we were not best friends during that time.”

She recounted how Salman’s playful antics often frustrated her on set. As a notorious prankster, he would frequently distract her during serious scenes. “There were moments when I was doing close-ups and he’d be behind the camera making faces,” she laughed, recalling her irritation. “At that moment, I thought, ‘What is this behavior?’ I really didn’t want to engage with him.”

However, their relationship took a significant turn during her challenging diagnosis of stage four metastatic cancer in 2018. It was during this tough time that Sonali discovered a different side of Salman, one that was deeply compassionate and caring. He made an effort to check on her well-being while she underwent treatment in New York.

“Suddenly, this same person, who used to joke around, made two trips to New York just to see how I was doing,” she revealed. “He even called my husband, Goldie, asking, ‘Are you sure you’ve got the right doctors? Let me suggest some more names.’”

Salman’s concern extended beyond emotional support; he also provided practical assistance by connecting Goldie with medical professionals and ensuring Sonali explored every available option. According to her, he felt it was his responsibility as a senior figure in the film industry to ensure everything was taken care of.

“He transformed into this elder, responsible figure, wanting to make sure we were on the right path,” she noted. Once satisfied that Sonali was receiving the best care, he stepped back but left a lasting impression with his genuine concern.

“It revealed how sensitive and caring he really is. It completely changed my perception of him,” Sonali said.

By 2021, Sonali was declared cancer-free. Since then, she has become an active advocate for raising awareness about the disease, offering hope to others facing similar battles.

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Rakhi Sawant Sends Love to Hania Aamir after Cameo in ‘Pablo’

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18 hours ago

September 13, 2026

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Entertainment : Indian actor and television personality Rakhi Sawant recently made a special cameo in Pakistani actor Hania Aamir’s debut music video, Pablo.

The collaboration brought together artists from India and Pakistan. Following her appearance in the video, Rakhi shared a post on Instagram expressing her love and admiration for Hania.

Rakhi is seen wearing a pink gown and dancing to the song in the music video. She also sent a warm message to Hania and praised her beauty.

Pablo marks Hania Aamir’s debut as a rapper. She has written and composed the track herself. The song reflects on the criticism she has faced in her career.

In the track, Hania addresses comments about her appearance and personality. She responds to those who call her “fake” or say that she is too guarded. Through the song, she asks her critics to respect her choices and allow her to live life on her own terms.

Towards the end of the video, Rakhi appears through a voice message. She encourages Hania to stay positive and ignore negative comments.

Rakhi also praises Hania’s beauty and tells her not to worry about criticism. Her appearance adds a special touch to the music video.

Hania Aamir is one of Pakistan’s popular television and film actors. She began her acting career with the 2016 film Janaan.

She later appeared in several successful projects, including Titli, Visaal, Mere Humsafar and Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum.

Her recent television appearance was in Meri Zindagi Hai Tu. In 2025, she also starred alongside Diljit Dosanjh and Neeru Bajwa in Sardaar Ji 3.

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‘Banana Botox’ Goes Viral: Adah Sharma Tests the Unusual Beauty Hack

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1 day ago

September 13, 2026

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Mumbai: Actress Adah Sharma has joined the viral ‘Banana Botox’ skincare trend, which has been gaining attention on social media. The unusual beauty hack involves rubbing the inside of a banana peel on the face.

The trend has become popular among people looking for simple and natural skincare methods. Supporters claim that banana peel can make the skin look smoother, softer and temporarily tighter.

Adah Sharma recently tried the hack and shared her experience with her followers on Instagram. In her humorous video, she called banana peel the “cheapest alternative to Botox” and showed how it is applied to the face.

“This is Banana Botox. Pick up a banana peel and stick it on your face with respect,” Sharma said jokingly.

She also made several humorous comments while trying the beauty hack. The actress said the method was inspired by another video and mentioned that it recommended using the hack every day for three weeks.

However, banana peel cannot replace Botox injections. While bananas and their peels contain nutrients and plant compounds, there is no strong evidence that rubbing a banana peel on the skin can produce results similar to Botox.

Botox works by temporarily blocking nerve signals to specific facial muscles. It can reduce the appearance of certain wrinkles, with results generally lasting for several months.

Other established skincare ingredients, such as retinoids and vitamin C, can also help improve skin texture and support collagen production. Keeping the skin hydrated and maintaining a balanced, nutrient-rich diet can further support healthy-looking skin.

Experts also caution that natural skincare methods are not completely risk-free. Applying banana peel directly to the face may cause irritation or an allergic reaction, especially in people with sensitive skin.

Those trying a DIY skincare remedy should first test it on a small area of skin. The product should be washed off immediately if burning, itching, redness or irritation occurs.

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Trailer of ‘Amartha’ Released Ahead of September 18 Theatrical Released

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3 days ago

September 11, 2026

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Mangaluru: The trailer of the upcoming Kannada film ‘Amartha’ was released at a grand event ahead of its theatrical release on September 18.

The film is directed by Guru Hegde and Vinay Preetham and is produced by Dr. Kanyana Sadashiva Shetty and Guru Hegde under the Pancharangi Films banner.

Entrepreneur Prakash Shetty and actor Darling Krishna unveiled the trailer and wished the entire team success. Actor Shivadhwaj was also present as a special guest.

‘Amartha’ is presented as a complete family entertainer. The film explores beautiful memories from childhood and college life that are part of everyone’s journey. The makers have woven these experiences into an engaging story.

Srinagara Kitty and Meghana Raj play the lead roles in the film. The movie also features popular coastal artists from the Tulu film industry, including Roopa Varkady, Aravind Bolar and Pushparaj Bollaar.

With a mix of family emotions, nostalgia and entertainment, the film is expected to offer a special experience for the audience. ‘Amartha’ is set to hit theatres on September 18.