Bollywood sympathises with Salman after court's verdict

May 7, 2015

Mumbai, May 7: As the sessions court here convicted the Bollywood actor Salman Khan in the 2002 hit-and-run case on Wednesday, many in the film industry expressed sympathy for the 49-year-old actor.

salman verdictMusic composer Wajid Ali, a close friend of Salman, said, "This is a very sad moment. I am shocked at the verdict. Salman bhai is a simple and real man. I hope he will take it in the right spirit.

"It was an accident which can happen with anyone on an unfortunate day. Salman's name has made this case popular. He paid the price of being a celebrity," said Ali, who had composed music for some of Salman's films.

Actress and BJP MP Hema Malini said she was praying that the actor gets a lesser sentence. "Feeling very sad. Will pray for lesser imprisonment for Salman. My sympathy with Salman and his family," she said.

Actor Shakti Kapoor said he was saddened by the verdict.

"However, a law is a law. This is unfortunate. Salman's family are law-abiding citizens and they have already undergone 13 years of mental torture. His philanthropic work is well known and he is known to help the needy people," he said.

"Terrible news. Don't know what to say except that will stand by @BeingSalmanKhan no matter what. He's a good man and no one can take that away from him," tweeted Sonakshi Sinha, who was launched in Bollywood by Salman in 2010 hit film "Dabangg".

Varun, who is Salman's family friend, said, "I won't comment on the courts judgement. But Salman Bhai has the biggest heart and is the most helpful person in this industry.

"My prayers are with @BeingSalmanKhan and his family who I know love this country and respect its judiciary."

Actress Parineeti Chopra wrote, "Hurts to think what could happen. We will always be with you. Hope the judge sees the beauty of the human being that Salman Khan is."

Veteran actor-director Satish Kaushik said, "We have to respect the court's decision but we pray for Salman."

"Let the law take its course. And let his fans be his force. Let the judgment be the difference between the two. And we know who may win," tweeted actor Ayushmann Khurrana.

Actor Pulkit Samrat, one of Salman's latest finds, said, "Today I wish he wasn't a superstar. Prejudice. @BeingSalmanKhan."

Actress Alia Bhatt said, "It hurts when your own are punished, even if they are in the wrong. We love you and are standing by you."

Young star Arjun Kapoor, who has often credited Salman for his Bollywood career, said, "It doesn't matter what anyone or any court says he doesn't deserve this at any level...will stand by @BeingSalmanKhan no matter what."

Actor Rishi Kapoor said the Kapoor family stands by the Khans in the difficult time. "The Kapoors are with the Khans in their difficult time. Time is the biggest healer. God Bless!"

After the punishment was pronounced, actress Preity Zinta and director Ashutosh Gowariker met Salman's family.

Actor Raza Murad said this is a sad moment for Bollywood, Salman and his family.

"Doors of the High Court and Supreme Court are open for him. God will always be with him," he said.

"He is the man that saved my Mothers life. That I will never forget. #SalmanKhan," actress Dia Mirza tweeted.

She later posted ,"My previous tweet was NOT a comment on the proceedings of the verdict. It was an emotional confession of a grateful friend. #SalmanKhan."

Actor-director Farah Khan tweeted, "In Dubai.. But thoughts and prayers are still in Mumbai with @BeingSalmanKhan and his family.."

Director Karan Johar, who had announced plans to do "Shuddhi" with Salman, tweeted, "I can only respond emotionally just now...my thoughts and prayers are with Salman and his family today....I wish them strength...."

Former beauty queen and actress Sushmita Sen, who has shared screen with Salman in films like "Biwi No 1", "Tumko Naa Bhul Payenge", tweeted, "Prayers and strength for my friend @BeingSalmanKhan and his family. Harsh sentencing doesn't mean justice. Must appeal. Deeply saddened.

"There is an enormous difference between being a criminal and being human. True justice is then served. Keep the faith @BeingSalmanKhan," Sen wrote.

Meanwhile, some celebrities targeted the homeless in support of Salman Khan.

Singer Abhijeet and jewellery designer Farah Khan were at the receiving end for their insensitive remarks against homeless people with many Twitter users taking them to task.

Actor-turned-politician Chiranjeevi said, "I am really feeling very bad that my colleague Salman has been convicted. I think he still has a scope to appeal it to the higher courts. I think definitely he will have some considerations. He has got chance to take bail, meanwhile he can do justice to his films which have been committed."

Raj Babbar, who has shared screen with Salman in "Bodyguard", said, "It is a relief to those who were killed during the incident... Salman and his family are hurt. We respect the court's verdict."

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April 3,2020

Washington, April 3: American actor Kristen discussed her experience being isolated with husband and their two kiddos.

According to Fox News, the 39-year-old actor discussed how she and Shepard are finding quarantine to be a little tough in a video chat to Entertainment Tonight.

Bell admitted: "We've gotten on each other's last nerve these last couple days. We're doing much better now because were laughing about it. But when we were not laughing about it for the first couple of days, that's the hard spot."

The 'Bad Mom' actor then shared her thoughts on why quarantining with loved ones can be so tough. She explained that she loves spending time with her husband and he loves spending time with her.

But what she thinks is different about this quarantine time is you have so much more time to think about the other persona and their actions and sort of replay what they said or attach a meaning to something that they did.
Bell added: "Nobody really needs time for that. That's useless."

The 'Frozen' actor also discussed having to make adjustments in regards to her kids, 7-year-old Lincoln, and 5-year-old Delta, and the schedule she tried to keep once the quarantine began.

She said that the biggest lesson she learnt, in the beginning, was that she wrote out the colour coded schedule, and noted about when will be their academic and academic time.

Kristen explained that by day five of schedule, she was making everybody miserable. About a week ago, she woke her kids up and encouraged her daughters to rip up the schedule, explaining that the kids "felt so good."

"I said the learning lesson here is that if you make a plan and it's not working, you pivot," said Bell.

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April 5,2020

New Delhi, April 5: Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Sunday in a written message urged people to stay kind to each other and support each other in the testing times amid coronavirus crisis.
The message was shared by the actor's production company - Red Chillies Entertainment.

"At a time when the human race is facing an immense crisis, there can only be one true response: The expression of Humanity itself. This is a moment for all of us to come together in a collective effort to make each other kinder, stronger and braver to face the days ahead," said Khan.

The message from the megastar can be seen as an attempt to instill positivity and calm amidst the current situation of chaos.

"This crisis is not going to pass in a hurry, it will take its time and its toll on all of us. It will also show us that there isn't really a choice between looking out for ourselves and looking out for one another," he said.

"There's nothing more obvious in the spread of this pandemic than the fact that each one of us is inextricably connected to each other, without any distinction," he added.

He urged people to stay compassionate towards each other and also said that how we deal with this pandemic will define India as a Nation.

"So, while we do whatever we can to support each other in our own small ways, the compassion we show to those who are likely to face the most brutal brunt of both, the pandemic and its economic consequences will define us as a generation and as a Nation," the 'Kal Ho Na Ho' actor said.

"The scourge we are up against. is fearsome and unknown to us. Like all uncharted paths, our journey to overcome every new challenge it throws at us will be arduous. There will be times when the best intentions might yield the wrong results. There may also be times when we accidentally stumble upon important solutions," he added.

The 54-year-old actor urged people to confront each challenge with courage and said that he will do his best it.

"All we can really do is try our utmost to adapt and confront each challenge with courage. As a nation, and as a people, it is our duty to give it all we've got. I am going to try my best and I know each one of you will do so too. Only together we will able to fight through these difficult and unimaginable days. Together. we will overcome," he said.

He also added short poetry which said that a bright day follows this dark night and new beginnings of the day are awaiting.

"Raat ke baad naye diin ki sahar aayegi, Din nahi badlega, tareekh Badal jayegi..." read the message.

King Khan ended the message by urging people to ta maintain a physical distance with others.
"I pray for you and your families, please do the same for me. And follow Physical Distancing..........Physical Distancing.. Physical Distancing...PLEASE," said Shah Rukh Khan.
Earlier on Saturday, the Padma Shri awardee along with his wife Gauri Khan offered their personal office space in Mumbai for quarantine purpose for children, elderly and women.
The couple has also made donations to the PM CARES Fund and shared that his companies -- Kolkata Knight Riders, Red Chillies Entertainment, Meer Foundation, and Red Chillies VFX -- are taking several initiatives to support the relief efforts.

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January 6,2020

Kochi, Jan 6: A trial court on Monday framed charges against Malayalam film actor Dileep and other accused in the case of alleged abduction and molestation of a south Indian actress in 2017.

The actor and nine other accused were present in the additional special sessions court in Ernakulamwhen the charges were framed against them.

All of them have denied the charges.

On Saturday, the Court had dismissed a plea filed by Dileep, seeking to exclude him from the list of accused.

The Court had admitted the prosecution argument that there is prima facie evidence against him in the crime and dismissed the plea of the actor, who is eighth accused in the case.

The court had also not allowed a plea by the actor to grant him 10 days time to file the appeal in a higher court in the light of the Supreme Court order in November 2019 that the trial should be completed in six months.

The court is hearing the case in-camera.

On December 19, Dileep, along with his lawyers and a technical expert, had examined the contents of the electronic records at the closed room of the court.

Earlier, the Supreme Court had directed that the actor be allowed to inspect the records to enable him to present an effective defence during the trial.

In February 2017, the actress was allegedly abducted and molested by the accused.

Seven people, including the key accused 'Pulsar' Suni were arrested in connection with the actress' abduction case.

There are 10 accused in the case.

The entire act had allegedly taken place in a moving vehicle, which was filmed by the accused to blackmail her.

Dileep was subsequently arrested and arrayed as an accused in connection with offences under provisions of the Indian Penal Code and IT Act.

The top court had directed that the trial in case be concluded expeditiously, preferably within six months from the date of the judgement.

A woman judge is hearing the case.

In February 2019, the High Court, while considering a plea seeking to transfer the case to a Sessions Court headed by a woman judge to conduct the trial, had ordered the CBI special court Judge-III Ernakulam Honey M Varghese to complete the trial expeditiously.

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