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From Ileana D’Cruz to Deepika Padukone, actors who opened up about mental health illness

Talking about mental health has traditionally been taboo in Indian society, but now celebrities are breaking the silence to encourage others to talk openly.

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4 years ago

April 15, 2022

We live in a country where depression is still seen as a fancy name for feeling blue. Being successful, having a fortunate family and luxurious life does not mean you can’t suffer from mental health illness. Bollywood celebrities would only speak about their popularity and celebrity status in front of the cameras until recently. Talking about mental health has traditionally been taboo in Indian society, but now celebrities are breaking the silence to encourage others to talk openly.

Recently, Ileana D’Cruz opened up about her mental health. The Mubarakan actor revealed that there was a time when she had developed suicidal thoughts. Last year, the Rustom actor stated that she had been subjected to body shaming since she was 12 years old. She called it an ingrained scar. She said people used to comment about her body which made her believe in them for a long time. In 2017, she uploaded a video on Instagram where she accepted battling depression and Body Dysmorphic Disorder.

Apart from Ileana D’Cruz, there are other Bollywood celebrities who have suffered from mental health illness.

Deepika Padukone

Deepika came out in the open and spoke about her mental health. She gave a detailing of how she had suffered from severe depression as a result of her failed relationship, and how the condition had taken its toll on her. Deepika was at the pinnacle of her career and fully aware that this may have a negative impact on her career, but she didn’t bat an eye and instead offered advice to people suffering from similar diseases.

Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan, the megastar of Bollywood, has also struggled with depression. In 1996, the actor founded ABCL, a production firm. Amitabh got bankrupt and went through a severe depression as a result of his films’ failures one after the other. However, the megastar became hot of himself and resurrected his acting career, eventually becoming who he is now.

Shaheen Bhatt

Shaheen Bhatt, sister of Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt, shocked even her own family when she posted a heartfelt Instagram post about depression. She went on to describe how she had struggled with depression since she was 13 years old. She wrote that one minute everything’s fine and the next it’s like someone turned the light off inside my head. I go quiet and it’s difficult to get out of bed. Like it always does the world around me loses focus and I struggle to make sense of it. Sometimes these bouts last an hour – sometimes they last days, she added.

Honey Singh

Bipolar disorder affected the rapper, who is known for his nasty lyrics and controversies. In interviews, he has been open about his troubles, stating that stardom and mental issues drove him to become an alcoholic in the early 2000s. He said that it was a dark period, and I don’t believe it’s worth hiding. That is my message to all of my brothers and sisters out there: don’t keep this a secret. People used to wonder where I had been for a few years. And I felt it was vital to update my fans on my health – I was sick, but now I’m fine, he added.

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Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan, known for Welcome and Hera Pheri, dies at 56

Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan, known for his memorable supporting role in Welcome, has died at 56.

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2 days ago

September 24, 2026

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Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan, who appeared in several Hindi films and was particularly remembered for his role in the 2007 comedy Welcome, has died at the age of 56.

Khan was known for playing supporting characters across Hindi cinema and had worked in films spanning several decades. His role as Balu in Welcome remains among his best-known performances.

Mushtaq Khan’s film career

Mushtaq Khan appeared in a wide range of films during his career. His filmography included Aashiqui, Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke, Gopi Kishan, Krantiveer, Raja, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Jodi No. 1 and Hera Pheri.

He also featured in more recent films including Stree 2, Gadar 2, Baby John, Dhoom Dhaam and Jaat. His filmography lists acting work continuing into 2026.

In Welcome, Khan played Balu, a supporting character in the comedy starring Akshay Kumar, Nana Patekar, Anil Kapoor and other prominent actors.

Khan’s career also included television work, with his credits spanning a wide range of acting roles over the years.

Mushtaq Khan dies at 56

The actor’s death was reported on September 24, 2026. Reports said Khan had been undergoing treatment after being diagnosed with liver cancer and had been hospitalised for around 15 days. Further details surrounding his death were awaited in the initial reports.

Mushtaq Khan was 56. IMDb lists his date of birth as December 31, 1969.

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Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh welcome baby girl, their second child

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have welcomed their second child, a baby girl. The couple announced the birth on Instagram.

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6 days ago

September 20, 2026

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Bollywood stars Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have welcomed their second child, a baby girl. The couple announced the arrival of their daughter on Instagram on Saturday through a post featuring a baby’s footprint.

The newborn is the couple’s second daughter. Deepika and Ranveer became parents for the first time in September 2024, when they welcomed their daughter Dua.

The couple has not announced the name of their newborn daughter in the post.

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh’s last spotting

Just a day before the announcement, Deepika Padukone visited Mumbai’s Siddhivinayak Temple with Ranveer Singh and his parents.

Deepika was seen wearing an orange and purple kurta set, while Ranveer wore a purple kurta with white trousers. The visit came as the couple awaited the arrival of their second child.

Interestingly, the couple had also visited Siddhivinayak Temple in September 2024, shortly before the birth of their first daughter Dua.

Deepika and Ranveer’s family

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh married on November 14, 2018, in Lake Como, Italy. Their wedding featured ceremonies reflecting their Konkani and Sindhi backgrounds.

The couple’s relationship began while working together on Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela in 2013. They later got engaged in 2015 and welcomed their first child, Dua, on September 8, 2024.

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Drishyam 3 trailer: Ajay Devgn faces triple threat from Tabu, Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj

Drishyam: The Conclusion trailer brings back Ajay Devgn and Tabu, while Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj join the franchise in new roles.

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2 weeks ago

September 9, 2026

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The trailer of Drishyam: The Conclusion, the third instalment of the Ajay Devgn-led franchise, has been released, bringing Vijay Salgaonkar back for what is billed as the final chapter of the story.

Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay, while Tabu reprises her role as Meera Deshmukh. The latest chapter also introduces Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj in new roles, creating fresh challenges for Vijay and his carefully planned attempts to protect his family.

Ajay Devgn faces new challenges

The trailer continues the story of Vijay Salgaonkar, a family man who has repeatedly relied on his intelligence to protect his family from the law.

This time, Vijay faces Tabu’s Meera Deshmukh along with two new adversaries. Jaideep Ahlawat plays an SP from the Crime Branch, while Prakash Raj appears as a lawyer. The two characters add another layer to the investigation surrounding Vijay and the events of the previous films.

The trailer suggests that Vijay’s earlier strategy may face its toughest test yet as the investigation moves forward and pressure mounts on his family.

Tabu returns as Meera Deshmukh

Tabu is back as Meera Deshmukh, continuing a character that has remained closely connected to Vijay’s story since the earlier films.

Shriya Saran also returns to the franchise, reprising her role from the previous instalments.

Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj join the cast

Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj are among the key additions to the cast of the third film.

Ahlawat plays an SP in the Crime Branch, bringing a new investigating officer into Vijay’s path. Prakash Raj plays a lawyer, adding another significant character to the conflict surrounding the case.

Drishyam The Conclusion release date

Drishyam: The Conclusion is directed by Abhishek Pathak and is backed by Star Studio18 and Panorama Studios.

The film is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on October 2, 2026.

The trailer sets up another battle of wits for Vijay Salgaonkar, with the final outcome of his long-running struggle with the law expected to form the central conflict of the concluding chapter.