Hooda and Laishram reveal they’re expecting their first child
Actors Randeep Hooda and Lin Laishram announced they are expecting their first child, 
marking their two-year wedding anniversary. In a joint Instagram post, they wrote, “Two years of love, adventure, and now… a little wild one on the way,” sharing a photo by a bonfire. The couple met at Naseeruddin Shah’s theatre group Motley and began living together during the lockdown, making their relationship official in 2022. They married on November 29, 2023, in a traditional Meitei ceremony in Manipur. Known for their love of nature and shared values, Hooda and Lin often share glimpses of their life and celebrations together. (IANS)
Sydney Sweeney handling fame well, says co-star Ben Foster
Sydney Sweeney, who portrays boxer Christy Martin in the sports drama Christy, is praised by co-star Ben Foster for adeptly managing her rising fame. Foster highlights her preparation and dedication, noting her willingness to train intensely even after long shooting days. He describes her as a powerful individual who is navigating her unique place in the cultural zeitgeist effectively. Foster also expresses admiration for her savvy use of social media, which he feels is crucial for her generation. Sweeney has openly discussed her struggles with asking for help, a challenge she connects to societal expectations that women should always appear strong and composed. She acknowledges the difficulty women face in seeking assistance without being perceived as weak, contrasting this with the societal leniency afforded to men in similar situations. This insight into her personal experience enriches her portrayal of her character in Christy. (IANS)
Orry: Sara Ali Khan gave me the Koffee with Karan mug she wanted to toss
Social media influencer Orhan Awatramani, popularly known as Orry, revealed in his vlog featuring Ira Khan and her husband Noopur Shikhare that he owns the original Koffee With Karan mug once won by Sara Ali Khan. Orry said Sara didn’t want the mug and was about to throw it away before giving it to him. Ira appeared surprised by the revelation. In another chat, Orry asked Noopur why he ran to Ira on their wedding day instead of arriving with a traditional baraat. Noopur explained that during Covid, when they began dating, he often ran to meet Ira, making it a meaningful gesture. Ira joked about being unaware of the media presence outside Noopur’s house on the wedding day. Orry also addressed trolling over mistaking singer Falguni Pathak for someone else, adding that he never reacts negatively when people don’t recognize him. (IANS)
Noah Schnapp wasn’t told about his Season 5 arc in Stranger Things
Actor Noah Schnapp revealed that Stranger Things creators intentionally kept him in the dark about his character Will Byers’ major arc in the new season because they “never 
trusted” him with spoilers. He learned about Will’s dramatic twist — his deep connection to Vecna and the ability to channel the villain’s powers — only a week before the table read, discovering it while skimming Episode 4. Shocked, he ran out of the shower shouting and struggled to keep the secret for two years, sharing it only with his assistant. The Duffer Brothers gave him creative freedom to portray Will’s new abilities, including how his powers differ from Eleven’s. Schnapp said developing the physicality of the powers and depicting “Demo-vision” was one of the season’s biggest challenges. (IANS)
