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World Mental Health Day: Bollywood actors who opened up about their mental health battles

On the occasion of World Mental Heath Day, we bring to you 5 Bollywood celebrities who opened up about their struggles with mental health.

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Both mental and physical heath and their balance is really important for a body to work but in a society where people can openly go to doctors for physical pain but are looked down or are considered mad for visiting a psychiatrics says a lot about us.

However, there have been several actors who openly condemned the stigma around mental health and also broke the stereotype by talking about their struggles and battles with mental heath issue. Hence, on the occasion of World Mental Heath Day, we bring to you 5 Bollywood celebrities who opened up about their struggles with mental health.

Deepika Padukone:

Global star Deepika Padukone has been one of the most vocal speakers of mental health awareness in India. The Om Shanti Om actor was dealing with depression in the year 2013, when she gave four back-to-back 100 cr+ movies. And during a television interview, she did not only revealed that she suffered from depression, but she also went on to build a mental health foundation- Live Love Laugh Foundation to assist others who are going through the same experience.

Deepika Padukone has always encouraged people to talk mental health and destigmatize it. She claimed that during her depression phase, Deepika no longer wanted to live and having first hand experience of that she does not want anybody else to go through the same.

Hrithik Roshan:

Seeing big actors also dealing the same problems as commoners would increase the awareness about mental health and with that hope Dhoom 2 actor Hrithik Roshan openly spoke about dealing with the same.

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Having gone through ups and downs came with sadness and perplexity. The actor dealt with anxiety issue and after overcoming the same, Hrithik said that it is a common occurrence and people should talk about it openly so as to erase the misconception about mental health and its issues. During an interview, Hrithik had said that sometimes the brain takes control and feeds one with undesired thoughts that are not connected with one’s life objectives, and this is when we need an objective point of view.

Honey Singh:

During a low phase in his career, rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh got addicted to alcoholism and during the same he suffered from bipolar disorder. It was a particularly an awful phase for the Indian rapper. In a short time, Singh got a lot of recognition, all his songs were hit and he was also getting big offers like Chennai Express and etc.

In the non-ability to contain that, Honey Singh admitted being an alcoholic and unable to sleep. And the situation gradually got worse. It took him four months to realize there was something wrong with him. He opened up about it after recovering and taking a break from his work for about eighteen months, and explained how it feels, thereby leading to better understanding and less of a stigma.

Shraddha Kapoor:

Shraddha Kapoor initially admitted to having anxiety issues in 2018 while celebrating the success of her blockbuster film Stree. During a media interaction, the actor revealed that she had anxiety issues for the preceding three to four years and that she was coping with it positively every day.

The 32-year-old performer had also once stated that following the release of Aashiqui 2 in 2013, she endured discomfort that had no physiological explanation.

Ileana D’Cruz:

Ileana D’cruz battled with Body Dysmorphic Disorder, anxiety, and depression. She opened up about mental heath issues and revealed that continual care and love from family and friends had helped her through those difficult times. The Barfi actor used to corner herself from everyone and chose to corner to vent. In an interview, she openly spoke about her past and how she firmly believes that people should have themselves checked if they are not feeling alright and not feel afraid to do so.

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Diljit Dosanjh’s Satluj removed from ZEE5 India two days after release

Diljit Dosanjh’s Satluj, released on ZEE5 on July 3, has been taken down in India. The streaming platform says it is exploring appropriate avenues to restore the film.

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Diljit Dosanjh’s film Satluj, which premiered on ZEE5 on July 3, has been removed from the streaming platform in India just two days after its release. The platform confirmed the development through an official statement, saying the film will remain unavailable in the country until further notice.

Originally titled Punjab 95, the film had been awaiting certification for several years after it was submitted to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in 2022. It was eventually released on ZEE5 under the title Satluj.

ZEE5 thanks viewers for support

In its statement, ZEE5 expressed gratitude to viewers for the response the film received after its release.

The platform said the audience’s support and appreciation had been overwhelming and thanked subscribers who watched and backed the film.

ZEE5 also reiterated its confidence in the project, stating that it continues to support Satluj and the creative vision behind it. According to the platform, it believes meaningful storytelling can create a lasting impact and remains committed to backing authentic narratives.

Film unavailable in India until further notice

The streaming service confirmed that Satluj has been withdrawn from its Indian catalogue for the time being.

In its statement, ZEE5 said it is exploring all appropriate avenues through due process to make the film available again at the earliest opportunity. The platform added that it remains committed to supporting creators and stories made with artistic integrity and purpose.

While the film is currently unavailable to viewers in India, ZEE5 has not specified when it is expected to return to the platform.

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Aamir Khan set to wed Gauri Spratt on July 5

Actor Aamir Khan is reportedly preparing to marry longtime partner Gauri Spratt in a private ceremony on July 5. While the couple has not officially confirmed the wedding, reports suggest the celebration will be a low-key affair attended by close family and friends.

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Actor Aamir Khan is readying to finally marry his longtime partner, Gauri Spratt, in a private ceremony on July 5. Unlike other high-profile Bollywood weddings, the couple is expected to celebrate the occasion with close family members and a handful of friends, choosing a simple gathering over a lavish event. 

The reported wedding has attracted widespread attention from fans and the film industry, with many taking to social media to congratulate the couple. While neither Aamir nor Gauri has shared extensive details about the ceremony, reports suggest the celebrations will remain intimate and focused on family.

The actor was first married to Reena Dutta, and they have two children together. In 2005, Aamir married filmmaker Kiran Rao. The couple announced their separation in 2021 but have continued to maintain a friendly relationship and jointly raise their son while working together on select projects.

Gauri Spratt has largely stayed away from the limelight. Despite growing public interest in their relationship, she has preferred to keep her personal life private. Reports indicate that Gauri and Aamir have known each other for several years before deciding to take the next step in their relationship.

Known for balancing a successful film career with a private personal life, Aamir Khan has often avoided discussing family matters in public. His reported decision to opt for a low-key wedding is in line with his long-standing preference for privacy. 

As news of the upcoming ceremony continues  to make headlines, fans are eagerly waiting for an official glimpse of the celebrations. Whether through a family photograph or a public statement, many hope to see the couple share the joyful occasion with their well-wishers.

With this wedding, Aamir Khan appears ready to embrace a new phase in his life while continuing to focus on both his personal happiness and his significant contribution to Indian cinema.  

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Nolan’s Odyssey set to release July 17, hype machine kicks in

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is scheduled to release on July 17. Featuring an all-star cast led by Matt Damon, the film is the first feature ever shot entirely with full-frame IMAX film cameras, bringing Homer’s legendary epic to the big screen.

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Oscar-winning director Chris Nolan’s highly anticipated epic The Odyssey will have its world premiere on July 17 , 2026, taking audiences on an unforgettable ride into Homer’s timeless Greek epic.

The film tells the tale of the difficult journey King Odysseus undertook to return home after the Trojan War and is replete wiht mythical adventures and divine intervention in the seas.

Matt Damon plays Odysseus with Tom Holland as Telemachus and Anne Hathaway as Penelope. The movie also stars Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, and Charlize Theron among others. Nyong’o’s casting as Helen of Troy has had social media in ferment the moment her casting was announced.

Said to have been produced with a budget of around $250 million, The Odyssey is Nolans’s most expensive film so far. It has also managed to create history as it has become the first feature film ever to be shot using full-frame IMAX film cameras.

The film represents Nolan’s comeback to history and myth making after the success of his previous offering, Oppenheimer. Odyssey is expected to set the bar even higher for epic movies through the combination of classic literature and modern technology.

The movie has been highly anticipated and has become one of the highly anticipated films of 2026 because of its director, cast, and large production scope. The Odyssey will also be introducing the Greek epic to a new generation.

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