The 2024, for the entertainment industry, was the year that stirred drama, sparked debates, and was nothing short of a full-edged Bollywood film that had the highest highs, lowest lows, and breaks only long enough for you to grab (un-sweetened) popcorn. So, the year nears its end, it is time to look back at all that rocked the film industry and its fans this year.
THREATS, MURDER, AND CHASE
In this Sunday, July 21, 2013 photo, then Congress leader Baba Siddique with actors Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan during an Iftar party, in Mumbai.
The Bhai and Badshah of Bollywood can only hope for a better 2025 after a tumultuous year full of death threats.
Salman Khan seemed to be on the Lawrence Bishnoi gang's radar. The actor not only received threats but there was also a shooting outside his house.
Meanwhile, the accused behind the threat received by Shah Rukh Khan was arrested.
The year also witnessed the demise of politician Baba Siddique. A politician who allegedly died in the hands of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, Siddique was reportedly the reason behind the patch-up between Salman and SRK at his annual Iftar party in 2013.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT SHOCKWAVES
A news report that shook the entire entertainment industry in 2024 was the Hema Committee Report which exposed widespread Malayalam Film Industry.
The report pointed out that the Malayalam film industry was in the clutches of some 'criminal maas' and many actors, producers, and directors were involved in seeking sexual favours.
Top actors and directors whose names popped up in cases of rape and sexual misconduct were Siddique, Ranjith, M Mukesh, and Idavela Babu among others.
FRIENDS OR FOES
Denne historien er fra December 31, 2024-utgaven av The Daily Guardian.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent ? Logg på
Denne historien er fra December 31, 2024-utgaven av The Daily Guardian.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent? Logg på
Pentagon appeals court upholds plea deals of 9/11 plotters
Austin had argued that the families of 9/11 victims and those affected by the resulting wars deserved to see the men stand trial.
'Bullet Raja': 35 bikers booked for reckless driving, modified silencers
On New Year's Eve, Delhi Police booked 35 bikers under operation 'Bullet Raja,' for using modified silencers and performing stunts in the Jamia Nagar area of South East Delhi, said a statement from Delhi police.
Australian PM Meets Both Teams Before Sydney Test
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met the Indian and Australian teams on Wednesday ahead of the fifth and final Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy between both the sides.
An exciting year ahead for Indian cricket, Noel David
Noel David expressed his optimism about India's prospects, saying, \"Our team is capable of tackling every challenge.
Bumrah becomes highest-ever ranked Indian Test bowler in ICC ranking
India speedster Jasprit Bumrah on Wednesday became the highest-ever ranked Indian Test bowler in ICC rankings history after overtaking Ravichandran Ashwin's landmark of 904 rating points, according to ICC.
Ananya bags gold in 10m Air Rifle event
Maharashtra's Ananya Naidu won the women's 10m Air Rifle event of the ongoing 67th National Shooting Championship Competitions (NSCC) (Rifle) with a score of 252.5 in the finals on Tuesday, at the MP State Academy (MPSA) shooting range.
All Is Not Well In India Dressing Room
As Indian cricket deals with the fading form of its two stalwarts in captain Rohit Sharma and senior batter Virat Kohli, head coach Gautam Gambhir and his support staff's role in handling a team in transition has also come into focus.
McGrath hopes Starc will be fit again
Former cricketer Glenn McGrath on Wednesday hoped that talisman Australian pacer Mitchell Starc would take part in the upcoming Sydney Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India.
Six changes in women's team for FIFA friendly
In the first game of 2025, the Indian senior women's team will face Maldives in the second of two FIFA international friendlies at the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence in Bengaluru on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
QUOTES 2025
\"As 2024 ends, we reflect on the strides made in digital transformation across the Indian business ecosystem.
