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Taking to Instagram, Nushratt shared a video in which she said, "I wanted to take a moment and say thank you to everyone for their messages, for their prayers and wishes. I am back, I am home, I am safe, I am fine but just 2 days back I woke up in a hotel room with bomb sounds around me and sirens blaring and we were taken down to a basement and shelter areas. I've never been in such a situation. But today, when I woke up in my house with no sounds and feeling safe and fine, I am getting relief that it is a big thing, how fortunate we are that we are in this country, that we are protected, we are safe."View this post on InstagramA post shared by Nushrratt Bharuccha (@nushrrattbharuccha)Nushratt also thanked the Indian Government, the Indian embassy and the Israel embassy.She said, So I want to take this moment and say thank you to the Government of India, say thank you to the Indian embassy, say thank you to the Israel embassy for guiding us, for advising us and making it possible for me to come back home to my country safe and sound. I also want to take a moment and extend my prayers and wishes to the people still stuck in the war and I really hope for peace very soon."Apart from the video, the actor also shared a long post in which she shared about her experience of being "stuck in a country that way openly at war".She wrote, "The last week will forever remain etched in my memory...a rollercoaster ride of emotions, the final 36 hours of which will remain the most unforgettable and daunting of my life. My producer, stylist and I had been flown in to Haifa in Israel, on October 3, to attend the reputed Haifa International Film Festival for the screening of our recent film, Akelli, alongside my Israeli co- actors, Tsahi Halevi and Amir Boutrous. After two days of visiting all of Israel's historic places, Jerusalem, Jaffa, Baha'i, the Dead Sea, we'd almost ended our trip with a celebratory dinner for the film's cast on Friday night, Oct 6. That evening, Tsahi, Amir and I had toasted our film's selection at the Haifa Film Fest, promised to visit each other, and possibly work together again. We'd said our goodbyes and were ready to fly back the next day."View this post on InstagramA post shared by Nushrratt Bharuccha (@nushrrattbharuccha)She added, "But Saturday morning was nothing like the previous evening's celebration. We were woken up to the deafening sounds of bombs going off, a blaring siren, and complete and utter panic as we were all rushed down into a 'shelter' in the basement of our hotel. It was only when we emerged from in there, after what seemed like an endless wait, that we learnt that Israel was under attack. Nothing could have prepared us for this news."She revealed that her first impulse during the situation was to reach the Indian embassy."In a state of complete terror, our first impulse was to somehow reach the Indian Embassy, situated barely 2 km from our hotel, but a distance that seemed impossible to cover without any mode of transport whatsoever and only the dreadful sounds of explosions at very close range. We were then informed that Hamas militants had infiltrated several cities in Israel and were also out now on the roads, pulling civilians out of their homes and shooting people at random. Furthermore, there was open fire on vehicles on the roads and the situation out on the streets was 'extremely dangerous'. Just 3 then, we heard a second siren go off and were rushed back down into the basement shelter," the post further reads."Soon realisation set in that we may actually not be able to make it to our scheduled flight back to India that night, and would most likely be stuck in a country that was now openly at war. This is when we began making desperate calls to everyone for help out of this unprecedented situation. When we connected with Tsahi, who too had customarily served in the Israeli military, it became clear that Israel was, in fact, in a state of emergency and engaged in a full-blown war, "she added.After her return to India, she was spotted at the Mumbai airport. Several pictures and videos of the 'Ram Setu' actor surfaced on social media."We kept track of official advisories issued by the Indian Government and connected with the Indian and Israeli embassies for details about the escalating situation outside, who were extremely helpful in guiding us. We knew then that it would be only a matter of time before flights would be cancelled and Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv would be shut down. Our phone batteries were fast running out and we were also beginning to lose cell network," she further wrote."Caught in the middle of a war in a foreign country was hardly something any of us had envisaged. But this was also when help had come in for us from completely unexpected quarters: calls from our Israeli co-actors, guidance from the Indian and Israeli embassies, the kind staff at the hotel and, most miraculously, a taxi driver who selflessly helped us at this most difficult and life- threatening time of our lives! We mustered all the courage we could find and picked ourselves up to somehow get to the airport and take any flight out to any country we could manage to," Nushrratt added."Our journey out of our Tel Aviv hotel was not easy, to put it mildly... praying the whole time, even crying sometimes, we held onto each other for courage to keep on going, somehow making it to Ben Gurion Airport. The wait between one formality to the next for boarding a flight has never been more excruciating...what would otherwise have been routine was an uncertain and completely unpredictable few hours, to say the very least. With every small postponement announced, we despaired further, our hearts sinking again...surreal is a very weak word to describe how exactly we felt when we were finally airborne," the 'Selfiee' actor wrote."As someone who has barely escaped a war zone, I cannot be more grateful today...I'm back home and safe with my family and my loved ones. But with an experience that has made me immensely grateful for the safety and security that we almost take for granted. I am ever so grateful to Government of India, the Indian Embassy and the Israeli Embassy, for their help and guidance in bringing my team and me back safe. I would also like to thank each and every one of my well-wishers from the bottom of my heart for their wishes and prayers for my safety," the post concluded.

Hina Khan lost her father to a cardiac arrest a few days ago and the actress has been trying to get through the tragedy. She was in Kashmir shooting for her upcoming music video with Shaheer Sheikh when the news broke out and Hina Khan took the first available flight back home. During these tough times, Hina Khan has received immense love and support from her fans and fellow industry colleagues.Taking to her Instagram, Hina Khan informed that she has tested positive for COVID-19 and has asked those who had been in contact with her to get tested too. The actress, in a note, wrote, In these extremely difficult and challenging times for me and my family, I have tested positive for COVID-19. Following the guidance of my doctors, I have home quarantined myself and taking all the necessary precautions. Requesting anyone who came in contact with me to get themselves tested. All I need is your prayers. Be safe and take care.

For the last two weeks, Gauahar Khan has been keeping her fans updated about her fathers health condition by posting pictures of her husband Zaid Darbar and herself from the hospital. While the reason for his demise has not been revealed, nor the reason for his deteriorating health condition, Gauahar Khan has taken to her Instagram to announce that her father is no more.Posting a picture of him from her wedding with Zaid Darbar, she wrote, My Hero.No man like u , Ever ????! My father has passed , to the ever after as an Angel.Alhamdulillah. His passing away was a testament to his beautiful life n the best soul he was.Forever My Pappa ????.I love you oh so much.I am sooooo much of you Pappa.N yet can never ever be even a percent of your magnanimous personality. #MyForeverShiningStar. Keep him in your prayers please.???????? innal lillahee wainna ilayhi raajeeoon.

Friends and well-wishers of Remo DSouza will be happy and relieved to know that all their prayers have been answered. He is well on the way to recovery and should be home in the next couple of days.When I asked her, Remos wonderfully devoted wife Lizell tells me, Hes much better now. His very close friend actor Aamir Ali adds, Remo got a sudden heart attack just before he started working out. But he is doing fine and recovering very fast. He is a strong and fit person. Beyond this, its such a personal matter I dont want to comment on it.Remo has always been a health conscious fit-and-fine entity. All his close friends vouch for his disciplined life and wonder how he, of all the people, could have got a blockage in his heart. But he is a fighter and will bounce back in time to direct a bio-pic on choreographer Saroj Khan.

Indias first female comic book superhero, Priya, is gearing up to dive into a brand-new riveting adventure. The fourth edition of Indias first pioneering comic book series, Priyas Mask this time tackles the unprecedented global COVID-19 pandemic that has challenged everyone in India and around the world. The comic book and film will be released worldwide on December 2, 2020 on multiple platforms.Released as an augmented reality comic book, the installment is paired with an animated short film featuring the voices of feminist leaders from the U.S. and India, including icon Vidya Balan, Rosanna Arquette, Mrunal Thakur, and Sairah Kabir.Named a gender equality champion by UN Women, the series was created by U.S.-based media house Rattapallax founder, documentary filmmaker, and technologist Ram Devineni. Priyas Mask is produced by Tanvi Gandhi, Indrani Ray, and Monika Samtani, written by Shubhra Prakash, with illustrations and animation by Syd Fini, Hamid Bahrami and Neda Kazemifar. The project was funded through a grant from the North India Office (NIO) of U.S. Embassy New Delhi, in coordination with the Regional English Language Office (RELO), as part of U.S.-India cooperation to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.In an unprecedented and historic collaboration, the installment will present a debut alliance between two hugely successful female comic book superheroes from neighboring countries, with Priya collaborating with Pakistans female superhero, Burka Avenger in their fight against the deadly virus. The virus does not understand or respect borders, adds writer Shubhra Prakash, so this was a natural synergy between both cultural heroes.Voiced by Mrunal Thakur, Priya will be remodelled for the very first time, shedding away from her former salwar-kameez clad avatar and embracing a feisty teenage demeanour seen in young women around the world. Preserving the time-honoured tradition, she will be escorted by the flying tiger, Sahas voiced by Vidya Balan. Set against the rustic backdrop of Jodhpur, the narrative weaves around the escapades of an 8-year-old Meena voiced by Sairah Kabir and her working mother who nurses COVID-19 infected patients and their cumulative sacrifices.The India-born U.S.-based Ram Devineni, whose childhood memories largely consist of reading Amar Chitra Katha comic books, says, It was important to understand the emotional toll the pandemic and isolation has on young people, and provide a message of hope in the comic and film. Devineni adds that false information around the virus is creating an atmosphere of fear and speculation among citizens, making it harder to focus on the facts to fight the pandemic.Mrunal Thakur states, As an avid comic book lover, I resonated strongly with Priyas superhero character and realised she is someone I would like to bring to life through the creative medium. I have always aspired to be that superwoman who spreads awareness around social issues and it couldnt be more exciting than to be a part of an animation character who is the voice of reason. Characters like Priya and Sahas are putting forth the message of how we need the world to become a more inclusive place to live in. I want to tell children of frontline workers that even though their parents aren't wearing capes, they are heroes in their own ways. They too are saving lives and taking care of the nation. This is the first time I am lending my voice to a character especially to a superhero. Infact my entire contribution was recorded over zoom call whilst I was shooting for Jersey in Dehradun. I really wish Priya grows from strength to strength here on. She has the potential of being more than a mere 92 second video and her voice needs to reach every corner of the globe. Love Sonia helped me in my evolutionary journey as a human and as an actor as it allowed me to empathise more strongly with the miseries of the feminine community. I realised I imbibed the power to positively impact community thinking with my work and that will be a constant endeavour for me.Vidya Balan states, Clearly I have a thing for tigers! Jokes aside though what Priya stands for resonated with me at so many levels and its the essence of Sahas that connected with me - her strength, her empathy, her confidence. The animation apart from being a nod to caregivers globally which in itself is wonderful and timely and necessary, carries a strong message of solidarity - so it was an easy yes for me and I'm happy to be part of this wonderful film.Sairah Kabir states, I jumped at this opportunity as I found great merit in being part of it. A lot of kids my age will be able to relate to this story since their parents are working round the clock and juggling between so many responsibilities. In times like these, roles get reversed and children become pillars of strength for their parents by encouraging them to continue doing the praiseworthy work. On a sidenote, it was an enjoyable experience voicing a cartoon as Ive never done that and its one thing ticked off my bucket list.The U.S. Embassys North India Office said, This exciting book is both the newest chapter in the Priya series and the latest example of the United States and India working together to confront global health challenges, drawing on the deep talents of both of our peoples.The pathbreaking comic book series is available as a free download, and has been acknowledged by over 26 million people worldwide through multiple platforms, books, and exhibitions with over 500,000 downloads and 30,000 printed copies distributed.Priya was introduced to audiences in 2014, two years after the terrible gang-rape on a bus in New Delhi. The augmented reality comic book has over the years brought to attention issues like rape, acid-attacks, and sex-trafficking. The first volume launched in 2014, Priya's Shakti shattered social stigmas surrounding rape survivors and was funded by the Tribeca Film Institute, Ms. Foundation, and the Ford Foundation. The success of the maiden edition led to the release of the second volume Priya's Mirror which premiered at New York Film Festival in 2016, inspired by the story of Laxmi Agarwal it centered around acid attack survivors and was funded by the World Bank. The ensuing third volume Priya and The Lost Girls which premiered in 2019 shed light on the issue of sex trafficking in Southeast Asia.Basking in the exceptional legacy of being the one of the very few comic books specifically constructed to generate awareness on social perils amongst the youth community, the series has unswervingly offered an empathetic narrative of illuminating attitudes towards gender-based violence, creating empathy and identification with survivors so they can pursue justice without shame leading to emancipation from disabling restrictions imposed by an unempathetic society.