From Dipika Kakar's alleged exit from Celebrity MasterChef to Prince Narula getting accused of taking Rs 20 lakh bribe for Roadies: Top TV news

The television industry has been buzzing with major headlines, from shocking controversies to unexpected exits. From Dipika Kakar’s alleged departure from Celebrity MasterChef to Prince Narula facing accusations of taking a ₹20 lakh bribe for Roadies, several developments have grabbed attention. Here’s a roundup of the biggest TV news making waves.

Dipika Kakar, who recently returned to television with Celebrity MasterChef after a four-year hiatus, has reportedly exited the show due to health concerns. Co-contestant Usha Nadkarni confirmed that Dipika faced severe shoulder pain from an old injury, which worsened despite medical attention, leading to her departure. In her absence, reports suggest that Shiv Thakare may join the competition as a wildcard entrant.

In a recent episode of Roadies Double Cross, contestant Kush Dheer alleged that Prince Narula and his wife, Yuvika Chaudhary, demanded a ₹20 lakh bribe to secure a spot on the show. Prince vehemently denied these claims, highlighting that even his own brother had auditioned for five years without success, underscoring the show’s merit-based selection process. The situation intensified when Yuvika’s name was mentioned, prompting Prince to express his frustration and question the credibility of the allegations. Host Rannvijay Singha intervened, urging contestants to verify information before making such serious accusations.

In a heartfelt gesture, actor Shoaib Ibrahim recently purchased the apartment where his mother-in-law, Dipika Kakar’s mother, Upon receiving the property documents, Dipika’s mother was moved to tears, expressing profound gratitude and noting that she had never received such love and respect before.

Celebrity MasterChef has sparked controversy after Bollywood director-choreographer Farah Khan made a remark about Holi, calling it the “favorite” festival of “chhapris,” a slang term for rowdy young men. Her comment quickly went viral, leading to widespread backlash on social media. Many users criticized her for the statement, demanding an apology and even calling for action against her.

Actress Edin Rose recently recounted a distressing incident in Mumbai where she and a friend were stalked by an intoxicated man driving a Jaguar. Despite their attempts to evade him and recording his actions, the man persistently followed them for approximately 20 minutes. Edin expressed deep concern over the lack of fear among such individuals and emphasized the need for better upbringing to ensure men’s respectful behavior in society.

Actress and cancer survivor Rozlyn Khan has publicly accused fellow actress Hina Khan of misrepresenting the severity of her breast cancer diagnosis. Rozlyn claims that, based on Hina’s PET scan reports, Hina was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer, not stage 3 as previously stated. She has shared these reports to support her allegations, leading to significant public debate. In response, Hina posted a serene beachside photo captioned “Still chilling,” which many interpret as a subtle reaction to the controversy.

Amidst widespread speculation, actress Priyanka Chahar Choudhary has officially denied reports of her involvement in the upcoming season of Naagin 7. Addressing the rumors, she shared on her Instagram, “Rumors? Oh, I’ve seen them. The excitement? Not gonna lie, I enjoyed it! But let’s keep it real, not me.” This statement clarifies that she will not be part of the popular supernatural series.