The Bollywood scene on Monday, December 23, 2025, was a poignant mix of nostalgia, personal revelations, and star-studded appearances. The evening was dominated by a special screening for the film 'Ikkis', which saw emotional tributes to the legendary Dharmendra, while other stars made headlines for different reasons across Mumbai.
Emotional Tributes at 'Ikkis' Screening for Dharmendra
The screening of 'Ikkis' was a significant event, marking not only the Bollywood debut of Amitabh Bachchan's grandson, Agastya Nanda, but also featuring the final on-screen appearance of the veteran actor Dharmendra. The gathering attracted the industry's biggest names, but it was the raw emotion displayed by some that truly captured attention.
Salman Khan, known for his close bond with the late Dharmendra, was visibly moved. He paused silently in front of a poster bearing the veteran actor's image. His facial expressions, filled with unspoken emotion, deeply resonated with onlookers and fans, highlighting the profound personal loss felt within the film fraternity.
Similarly, Dharmendra's son, Sunny Deol, arrived at the venue with a somber demeanor. Despite his emotional state, he cheerfully engaged with the cameras. In a heartfelt gesture, he chose to pose specifically beside the poster featuring his father's photograph, a moment that drew significant attention and sympathy from everyone present.
Ira Khan's Candid Confession on Body Image Struggles
In a brave and personal move, Ira Khan, daughter of actor Aamir Khan, opened up about her ongoing battle with body image. Through a detailed Instagram post and an accompanying video, she shared her journey since 2020, describing her internal conflict between feeling "fat, unfit, overweight, and obese."
Ira clarified that she does not have a diagnosed eating disorder but emphasized how her body image issues have intensely interfered with her friendships, relationship with her partner Popoy, self-worth, and work. She admitted that speaking about this topic felt scarier than when she discussed her depression, but she felt a shift and decided to start the conversation.
Her message was clear: she is sharing her experience to help herself and potentially others, while cautioning followers about the comment section. She used hashtags like #mentalhealth, #bodyimage, and #bodypositivity to frame her vulnerable disclosure.
Star Sightings: SRK's Studio Visit & Akshay's Birthday Wish
Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan fueled excitement for his upcoming project 'King' with a public appearance. He was spotted visiting a dubbing studio in Mumbai, where his security team used umbrellas to shield him from the paparazzi as he entered. This sighting sent his fans into a frenzy, amplifying anticipation for his next release.
In a lighter vein, Akshay Kumar celebrated his wife Twinkle Khanna's birthday with a playful and viral social media post. He shared an adorable photo where he holds her leg mid-kick, joking about her fierce action-hero potential. His caption read, "Behind every action hero is a wife who can knock him out with one look or one kick... you still hit me harder than any stunt ever did." The post perfectly combined humor with affection, lighting up social media feeds.
The day underscored the many facets of life in Bollywood—the deep respect for legends, the personal challenges stars face behind the glamour, and the everyday moments of work and family that keep the industry buzzing.
