Mumbai, April 18 (IANS) Actress Donal Bisht has shared her bold and refreshing perspective on the unrealistic beauty standards and constant scrutiny faced by public figures.

actress Donal Bisht Shares her bold and refreshing perspective on unrealistic beauty standards and the constant scrutiny that public figures face.She addressed the ongoing speculation about getting cosmetic enhancements with a powerful statement.Dispelling the rumours, Donal reinforced her commitment to a healthy lifestyle and self-love, saying, “People think I’ve had my lips filled, my nose done, my jawline done, they ask me who my surgeon is, and I tell them that’s where my health and my heart are”.Emphasizing that beauty is a reflection of one’s thoughts, feelings and overall well-being, she further added, “It’s God’s grace, a little gym and mostly good mental health and a happy heart that would have enhanced my features and the way I look.”Netizens flooded her post with praise, praising her honesty and calling her a “real beauty” in the age of filters and artificial enhancements. Donal likes to be vocal about various aspects of his life.On Friday, Donal spoke about missing out on a huge opportunity to work with the acclaimed director Imtiaz AliDue to some wrong guidance.Donal revealed that she was shortlisted for a project and even reached the final round of meetings.He said that after getting the call for the meeting, he got excited and shared this news with his close people also.Sharing his experience, Donal said, ‘I never said no, but the situation became so confusing and uncertain.’Donal explained that when people around him came to know about his selection, they gave him suggestions on how he should react during the meeting and also advised him on what to say and what not to say.She claimed that because of that special guidance, Donal began to hesitate during the meeting and seemed unsure about certain aspects.

Open, closed, open, closed: what’s happening with the Strait of Hormuz?

Iran has reimposed sanctions on the Strait of Hormuz after the US refused to end the blockade on ships coming to or from Iranian ports. Iran’s IRGC naval command said it would take strong action against US “malicious violations”, and said the Strait of Hormuz would remain under strict military control until all threats to ships traveling to and from Iranian ports are removed.“Control of the Strait of Hormuz has returned to its previous position under the strict management and control of the armed forces,” Iran’s Joint Military Command said, accusing the US of violating the agreement. It further warned that sanctions would remain in place as long as the US blockade of Iranian ships continues.This announcement comes after US President Donald Trump’s statement on Friday in which he said that the US blockade on Iranian ships will remain in place despite Iran opening the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump announces continuation of US blockade of Iranian ports despite Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz

Trump said in a post on Truth Social, “The Strait of Hormuz is fully open and ready for trade and full passage, but the naval blockade will remain in full force and effect as it relates to Iran, only until our transaction with Iran is 100% complete. This process should be very rapid as most points have already been negotiated.”On Friday, Iran said it had fully reopened the Strait of Hormuz to commercial vessels following the announcement of a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon. Following the ceasefire announcement, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced the reopening of the summit.“In line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, passage for all commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz has been declared fully open for the remaining period of the ceasefire, as already announced by the Ports and Maritime Organization of the Islamic Representative of Iran,” he wrote.

Iran’s statement

Ibrahim Azizi, head of Iran’s National Security Committee, gave an update on the situation in the Strait of Hormuz in a statement. According to the new maritime system of strategic waterways, only commercial vessels with authorization from the IRGC navy are allowed in after paying tolls, Al Jazeera reported.“The time has come for the Strait of Hormuz to comply with a new maritime regime,” he said, adding that under this new system, only commercial vessels with authorization from the IRGC Navy are allowed to navigate through designated routes after paying the required tolls.He also warned against US interference, saying, “As long as the US continues to threaten the movement of ships to and from Iran, the situation in the Strait of Hormuz will remain even more restricted than before.”Iranian state media also reported a statement from Iran’s military spokesman, accusing it of a “breach of trust” by the United States.Confirming the Iranian Navy’s full monitoring of the ships’ passage, the statement further said, “If the alleged naval blockade continues such passage is considered void. A limited number of oil tankers and commercial ships were allowed to pass through the strait. But unfortunately, the Americans, because of the repeated breaches of trust that are part of their track record, continue to engage in piracy and sea piracy under the so-called rubric of blockade.“It concluded, “Control of the strait was again ‘under the strict management and control of the armed forces’ until the US ended its blockade of ships sailing to Iranian ports.”Notably, about a fifth of the world’s oil passes through the strait and further border increases would reduce already constrained supplies, pushing prices up once again.

Hormuz crisis timeline

The crisis began on February 28, when Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz following the US and Israel launching “Operation Epic Fury” and the assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The IRGC laid sea mines and targeted merchant ships.This caused shipping traffic to halt until early March.By March 7, Tehran had formally announced a closure, banning ships from what it called “hostile nations”. This included America, Israel and its allies. Global oil prices increased due to the shutdown.The second phase began on March 9, when US President Donald Trump claimed the strait was open, although it remained firmly under Iranian control. On March 15, Iran introduced a toll system for passing ships, charging up to $2 million per ship. However, it offered exemptions to some countries, including India, China and Russia, who were allowed to pass through without paying any toll.The US military began a mine-clearing operation, and later on April 6, Trump issued an ultimatum demanding Iran reopen the strait or face attacks on its energy infrastructure.This was followed by a fragile ceasefire brokered by Pakistan on 8 April, marking the third phase of talks. While Iran agreed in principle to reopen the strait, it maintained tight control and continued toll, leading to the failure of the Islamabad talks on 11–12 April.On April 13, Washington announced a naval blockade targeting all ships traveling to and from Iranian ports. Other ships were exempted from the blockade.On 17 April, Iran announced the reopening of the strait, linking it to a separate 10-day Israel–Lebanon ceasefire. However, by 18 April, Tehran reversed course. Citing the ongoing US naval blockade, Iran’s parliament revoked the reopening agreement, with the military saying that control has “returned to its previous position”, effectively closing the Strait of Hormuz to international traffic again.

In a heartwarming scene for fans, ‘Aashiqui’ fame star Rahul Roy returned to the limelight with a rare appearance in Mumbai. While roaming in Versova, his casual attire and timeless charisma reminded everyone of the magic he brought to the screen. The beloved 1990 film ‘Aashiqui’ continues to enthrall music lovers, with its songs resonating across generations. Read further to know in detail.

Rahul Roy, the actor who became a household name after his debut Mahesh BhattThe iconic 1990 romantic drama ‘Aashiqui’ has made a rare public appearance in Mumbai, sparking a wave of nostalgia online. He is now in the news after being spotted in different looks in Mumbai, a look which took many fans by surprise, although his cool, collected charm still remains intact.

Rahul Roy spotted in Versova, Mumbai

Dressed in a cream T-shirt and denim jeans, Rahul Roy’s image was completely different from his early screen image of the 1990s. Because of his appearance he was almost unrecognizable at first glance. Fans immediately accepted this candid scene; Many people associate him with one of the most favorite romantic films of Bollywood. The photos have since been shared widely on social media.

More information about ‘Aashiqui’

Released in 1990 and directed by Mahesh Bhatt, ‘Aashiqui’ is one of Hindi cinema’s most enduring musical romances. Rahul Roy starred opposite Anu Aggarwal in the story of two young dreamers, Rahul, an aspiring singer, and Anu, who hoped to pursue a career in modeling, whose relationship is tested by ambition, ego, and circumstance.The film also featured Deepak Tijori, Avtar Gill, Tom Alter, Reema Lagoo, Mushtaq Khan and Javed Khan in supporting roles. The film became a cultural phenomenon, largely driven by the music composed by Nadeem-Shravan. Over the decades, its songs have been finding new audiences and remain a staple in nostalgia playlists.The film’s enduring popularity eventually inspired a spiritual sequel, ‘Aashiqui 2’ (2013), starring Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor.

What is Rahul Roy doing recently?

Rahul Roy was last seen in ‘Agra’, a psychological drama directed by Kanu Bahl, also starring Mohit Aggarwal and Priyanka Bose. The film was released in Indian theaters in November 2025.

Kalki Koechlin Known for choosing unconventional roles in films, theater and digital platforms. He has given memorable performances in films like ‘Dev.D’, ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’, ‘Margarita with a Straw’ and ‘Gully Boy’. Kalki Koechlin has now revealed about a difficult phase in her life when a heartbreak led to insomnia for a long time. The actress shared her experience during a candid conversation on a podcast hosted by Soha Ali Khan.

Kalki Koechlin’s personal revelation

Kalki Koechlin reveals how heartbreak affected her mental and physical health. He revealed that the emotional distress escalated into severe sleep problems over several months. “I suffered insomnia for several months because of the heartbreak and it really made me realize how psychological it all is.”