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Let’s explore some of the most extravagant Bollywood residences in the ‘city of dreams’, where the stones speak of stardom.

Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan is all set to step into the director’s chair with Netflix’s upcoming series The Ba***ds of Bollywood. The preview of the show was unveiled last week at a grand launch event in Mumbai, drawing huge attention. Since then, industry veterans and stars have showered Aryan with praise and good wishes.

Shah Rukh Khan has revealed his regret over replacing Aishwarya Rai Bachchan with Rani Mukerji in 'Chalte Chalte'. Citing production challenges and reported on-set issues, SRK admitted the decision was professionally driven but personally difficult. He explained that as a producer, he had to consider the opinions of a team and the tight schedule.

Ssunita Ahuja disclosed that Dharmendra, her teenage crush, influenced her decision to marry Govinda, as he reminded her of the superstar, both being Punjabi. She even confessed her feelings to Dharmendra himself. Despite recent divorce rumors, Govinda's manager clarified that the matter is old and currently being resolved, with an official update anticipated soon.

Boman Irani fondly recalls his experiences with Shah Rukh Khan, emphasising his generosity and the joyful atmosphere he creates on set. Irani highlights Khan's inclusive nature, ensuring co-stars feel comfortable and valued. Despite a recent injury and recovery period, Shah Rukh Khan was recently honored with the National Award for Best Actor for 'Jawan'.

Bollywood stars are increasingly collaborating with South Indian filmmakers, driven by the success of pan-India films like 'Baahubali' and 'Jawan'. Actors like Hrithik Roshan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Aamir Khan are exploring partnerships with production houses and directors from the South to tap into a wider audience and leverage the scale and vision of Southern cinema.

Aryan Khan, son of Shah Rukh Khan, is set to debut as a director with 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'. The trailer launch featured a scene with a character behind bars, sparking speculation about a reference to Aryan's 2021 jail time. Fans are praising Aryan's self-deprecating humor and the series will be available from September 18, 2025.

A surprising fact from Devdas surfaces. Salman Khan, Aishwarya Rai's ex, stepped in for Shah Rukh Khan during the 'Morey Piya' song shoot. He demonstrated how Devdas removes a thorn from Paro's foot. This unplanned moment was captured on camera. It became their last on-screen appearance together. Their romance ended after a troubling incident. Aishwarya later married Abhishek Bachchan.

Aamir Khan faced a tough time after his divorce from Reena Dutta. He battled loneliness and turned to alcohol. Juhi Chawla reached out and urged him to reconcile. Salman Khan visited him, and they bonded over heartfelt conversations. Anil Kapoor also offered support during this difficult phase. Aamir shared that these friendships helped him heal.