YouTuber and Bigg Boss OTT winner Elvish Yadav confirmed he and his family are safe after gunfire erupted outside their Gurugram home early Sunday. Unidentified masked assailants fired over 15 rounds at the Sector 57 residence around 5:30 AM. Elvish was not present during the attack, as he usually stays away due to work. His father, Ram Avtar Yadav, expressed fear and unease, stating CCTV footage revealed at least two attackers, possibly three. Gurugram Police confirmed the incident and launched an investigation. Elvish thanked fans via Instagram for their concern. He was recently seen in Laughter Chefs Season 2 and served as a gang leader in Roadies.

Three masked men on a motorcycle fired over two dozen shots at YouTuber Elvish Yadav's house in Gurugram on Sunday morning. CCTV footage showed three men arriving at Yadav's home in Sector 56 early Sunday morning, and two of them firing at least a dozen shots before fleeing. The YouTuber, who was also the Bigg Boss OTT winner, was not home at that time. His family members were inside, but none were injured in the firing.Shortly after the incident, the notorious Himanshu Bhau gang claimed responsibility via a social media post, named the three gangsters Neeraj, Ritoliya, and Inderjit accusing Elvish Yadav of promoting illegal betting apps. Police are currently investigating the matter and have registered a case for attempted murder. The gang, led by a fugitive gangster, is known for extortion and violence in the Delhi-NCR region. (PC: Instagram)

Gangsters Neeraj Faridpur and Bhau Ritolia, affiliated with the Himanshu Bhau gang, claimed responsibility for the firing outside YouTuber and Bigg Boss winner Elvish Yadav’s Gurugram residence. In a social media post, they accused Yadav of promoting a betting app “that has destroyed many households.” Early Sunday morning, three masked men on a motorbike fired around 15 bullets at the house. Elvish was not home, but his family was present and unharmed. The shots targeted the first floor, while the family resides on the third. Police cordoned off the area, confirmed no injuries, and are reviewing CCTV footage to identify suspects. An investigation is underway to trace the attackers.

The "Bhau gang" has claimed responsibility for the firing incident at the Gurugram residence of YouTuber and Bigg Boss 2023 winner Elvish Yadav. Three unidentified men on a motorcycle fired multiple rounds at the house early Sunday morning. In a social media post, the gang alleged the attack was a warning to Yadav for promoting illegal betting apps. While Yadav was not home, his family was present, but no one was injured. His father stated that CCTV footage shows three individuals firing up to 30 rounds. The gang, allegedly linked to Himanshu Bhau, has also taken credit for a prior murder. (PC: India Today)

On Sunday morning, three unidentified bike-borne assailants opened fire at YouTuber and Bigg Boss OTT winner Elvish Yadav’s residence in Gurugram’s Sector 57, spraying over two dozen bullets between 5:30 and 6:00 AM. The attackers targeted the ground and first floors before fleeing. Yadav, who lives on the second and third floors, was not home during the incident. His caretaker and family members were present but unharmed. Police and forensic teams arrived promptly, collected evidence, and began scanning CCTV footage. No prior threats were reported, and legal action is underway pending a formal complaint. Yadav is currently outside Haryana. (PC: Instagram)

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri has staunchly defended his upcoming film The Bengal Files, describing it as a portrayal of the “Bengal genocide” rather than propaganda. In an interview with News18, he emphasized, *"I am as much Bengali as anyone else and I will fight for this truth to be known"*. Agnihotri alleges political pressure disrupted the trailer launch—first with a multiplex backing out, then by unidentified individuals cutting wires at the hotel event, which led to the screening being halted twice before eventually succeeding. (PC: News 18)

Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty and her husband, businessman Raj Kundra, have been booked by Mumbai's Economic Offences Wing (EOW) in connection with a ₹60.4 crore cheating case. The complaint, filed by businessman Deepak Kothari, alleges that between 2015 and 2023, the couple misappropriated funds intended for business expansion of their now-defunct company, Best Deal TV Pvt Ltd. Kothari claims that the funds, initially presented as a loan, were later reclassified as an investment without proper disclosure, leading to financial misconduct. The couple has denied the allegations, describing the transaction as an old business deal without criminal intent. The EOW is currently investigating the matter. (PC: Wikimedia Commons)

Rajinikanth makes a powerful comeback in Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Coolie, showcasing his signature swag, cigarette flips, and sharp walks that fans adore. The action-packed Tamil film also stars Nagarjuna as Simon, delivering a strong antagonist performance that matches Rajini’s energy. Soubin Shahir surprises as the dark, psychotic Dayal, while Shruti Haasan adds charm and emotional depth to the story. The screenplay keeps viewers engaged with exciting plot twists, though somewhat predictable. The climax features an unexpected cameo by Aamir Khan. Coolie is a must-watch for fans, offering high-octane action and a full display of Rajinikanth’s charisma. (PC: X)

In a rare show of fanfare, multiple companies in Singapore and India have announced paid holidays for employees to catch the first-day screening of Rajinikanth’s much-anticipated film Coolie, debuting on August 14, 2025. Singapore's Farmer Constructions PTE Ltd is offering Tamil workers a paid day off along with first-day-first-show tickets and SGD 30 for food and beverages, citing it as part of "workers welfare and stress management." Another Singapore company, SB MART, will shut operations from 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. In India, a Madurai-based firm is granting holiday plus free tickets, celebrating the superstar’s 50-year cinematic legacy. (PC: India Today)

The August 15 Independence Day “Maha Utsav” special of Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 airs at 9 PM on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV. Hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, the episode features three distinguished Indian Armed Forces women officers—Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, and Lieutenant Commander Prerna Deosthalee—who played pivotal roles in Operation Sindoor, a May 7 precision strike launched in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack . Promo clips reveal powerful insights: Colonel Qureshi said the operation was necessary because “Pakistan had been doing this,” Wing Commander Singh shared it concluded in just 25 minutes, and Commander Prerna noted civilians remained unharmed . The episode blends patriotic storytelling, inspiring reflections on mission strategy and teamwork, and extensive praise for India’s women in uniform.