Top TV news: From TV celebs reacting to the Pahalgam terror attack to Taarak Mehta actor Lalit Manchanda’s suicide case

This week in the telly industry was filled with several controversies, drama, and some shocking revelations. The news included the unfortunate Pahalgam terror attack, Aly Goni’s online battle with Rubina Dilaik and Abhinav Shukla, and more. Here’s a list:

The entire nation is in a deep state of shock since the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam. It claimed over 26 lives. The incident has drawn significant reactions from celebrities like Aly Goni, Asim Riaz, and Devoleena Bhattacharjee. Several other celebs like Munmun Dutta, Hina Khan, Sudhanshu Pandey, Isha Malviya, and more expressed their sorrow towards the situation.

Lalit Manchanda, best known for his short role in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, recently died by suicide. The news of his sudden demise has left everyone shocked. While the reason behind his extreme step remains unclear, reports claim that the actor was struggling financially, and that could be a reason for the same.

The Munawar Faruqui and Anjali Arora controversy has reignited after Anjali, in a recent podcast, mentioned that she has blocked Munawar Faruqui on social media. However, in response, the comedian shared a screen recording confirming that he’s the one who blocked her. Later, Anjali shared a furious reaction to it and shared another screenshot confirming her claims.

Aly Goni recently suffered a knee injury. The actor shared a vlog on his YouTube channel, opening up about the same. He said, “I was returning from the vanity, and when I jumped, it felt like I twisted my knee. The pain is unbearable. If it doesn’t get any better, then I would have to visit the hospital at the soonest. It has barely been one day of shooting for Laughter Chefs and this happened.”

Shoaib Ibrahim and Dipika Kakar, who recently visited Jammu and Kashmir for a fun vacation, left the location just hours before the devastating Pahalgam attack. The couple took to their social media handles to inform the fans that they are safe. However, they faced criticism for promoting their travel vlog soon after the incident. Netizens even called the couple ‘insensitive.’

Tensions flared between Bigg Boss alumni Asim Riaz, Abhinav Shukla, and Rubina Dilaik following their exit from Battleground. A social media spat erupted, with cryptic tweets and subtle digs from all sides, leaving fans speculating about what went wrong behind the scenes. While none of them have given a full explanation, the online drama has certainly grabbed attention.

Rajeev Sen recently shared a cryptic message on his social media amid reports that his estranged wife Charu Asopa is relocating to Bikaner with their daughter. The note read, “Protect your peace and let fools play their own games.”

YouTuber Elvish Yadav issued a public apology to actress Chum Darang after facing backlash for a controversial statement towards her. Acknowledging the same, Elvish clarified that he didn’t intend to hurt anyone and promised to be more mindful of his words in the future. His apology has sparked a mixed response online, with some accepting it and others demanding apology.

Comedian Bharti Singh recently made a confession that left the fans pleasantly surprised. In a recent podcast, she opened up about her family plans, sharing that she and husband Haarsh Limbachiyaa are hoping to conceive their second child in 2025. The two often give a glimpse of their personal and professional life on YouTube and social media.