October 28 was a day overflowing with entertainment news. Rajesh Kumar reveals the true reason for Satish Shah’s death, Rashmika Mandanna shares her thoughts on the work-hour debate, and Chris Evans welcomes his first kid with wife Alba Baptista. Let’s look at the top five news stories from the day.
Chris Evans and Alba Baptista welcome their first child together
Chris Evans and Alba Baptista have reportedly welcomed their first child. According to TMZ, the couple became parents on a recent Saturday in Massachusetts, US. The name and gender of the baby have not been revealed, and the notoriously private Marvel actor has made no official announcement. The couple had also kept the pregnancy a secret.
Superstar Rajinikanth to retire from films?
Industry buzz is swirling that the rumored Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan multi-starrer could mark the end of Rajinikanth’s acting career. While the speculation is intense on social media (with many debating its authenticity on X), no official confirmation of the superstar’s retirement has been issued by his team or credible sources. The highly anticipated film, which would unite the icons after decades, is rumored to be helmed by ‘Jailer’ director Nelson Dilipkumar. Reports suggest Nelson might begin pre-production in 2026 and filming in 2027.
Rashmika Mandanna shares her opinion on the work hour debate
In a recent interview with Gulte, Rashmika Mandanna weighed in on the work hour debate, cautioning against overwork despite admitting she does it herself. “It’s not sustainable; don’t do it,” she advised, calling the practice “not worth it.”Mandanna urged people to prioritize personal time, suggesting they “get those 8 hours, get those 9-10 hours,” to save themselves trouble later. She made a plea to the industry, asking that actors not be pushed to overwork: “Like offices have 9-5, let us have that,” so that she can focus on crucial aspects like family, sleep, and fitness.
Rajesh Kumar shares the real reason behind Satish Shah’s demise
Rajesh Kumar has addressed the passing of his ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’ co-star, Satish Shah, to correct inaccurate media reports. Speaking to Bollywood Hungama, Kumar stated that while Shah had previously managed a kidney issue, the real cause of death was a sudden heart attack.Kumar clarified that the veteran actor “was at home, having lunch” when the incident occurred, explaining, “The kidney issue had already been dealt with; it was under control. Unfortunately, it was a sudden cardiac arrest that took him away.” Kumar expressed the emotional difficulty of the last 24–25 hours but felt it was important to set the record straight.
Enrique Iglesias arrives in Mumbai
Ahead of his concert on October 29 and 30, Enrique Iglesias made a notable arrival in Mumbai, landing at the Kalina airport Tuesday evening. Despite the chaotic scene, the singer took time to personally greet the photographers who were cheering for him outside the gates. Iglesias was seen shaking their hands and offering a “namaste.” For his flight, he was dressed casually in a grey T-shirt printed with the phrase ‘Party Naked,’ dark grey trousers, and coordinating accessories.
