Akshaye Khanna Breached Contract on ‘Section 375’, Says Neelima Azeem; Actress Reflects on Pankaj Kapur Divorce

Akshaye Khanna has found himself at the centre of fresh controversy after Drishyam 3 producer Kumar Mangat accused the actor of abruptly exiting the film just days before shooting was scheduled to begin.

Mangat also alleged that Khanna had accepted an advance payment prior to pulling out of the project. Recalling their past association, the producer said he had stood by Akshaye during the making of Section 375 when the actor allegedly struggled to find backing. Amid the row, Section 375 writer Manish Gupta has now weighed in, offering his account of what transpired during the film’s production.

Meanwhile, veteran actress Neelima Azeem has revisited her much-discussed yet dignified separation from actor Pankaj Kapur. The two, who were married in the early 1970s, parted ways within a few years. In a recent conversation with Vickey Lalwani, Neelima spoke candidly about the circumstances surrounding their divorce, reflecting on a personal chapter that continues to draw attention for its grace and restraint.

In contrast to the usual post-success spotlight, Ranveer Singh has chosen silence following the record-breaking box-office run of Dhurandhar. Known for his exuberant public persona, the actor has stayed conspicuously low-profile—skipping interviews, celebrations and most public appearances—prompting speculation about his decision to step back despite the film’s massive success.

Alia Bhatt, who recently completed 13 years in the Hindi film industry, has also spoken about a shift in her approach to work. As she enters a new phase of her career, the actress revealed that she no longer wishes to maintain the pace of doing two or three films a year, especially after becoming a mother, prioritising balance over volume.

On the international front, anticipation is peaking ahead of the release of the final episode of Stranger Things season 5, set to drop within the next 24 hours in India and worldwide. Executive producer and director Shawn Levy, speaking to PEOPLE, teased major revelations in the finale, promising deeper insight into Henry Creel and Vecna, along with decisive outcomes that will bring the long-running series to a close.