Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, known for dominating the Eid box office with his blockbuster releases, has decided to take a backseat this year. Instead of a solo release, he will be seen in only two cameos - in Rohit Shetty's multi-starrer 'Singham Again' and Varun Dhawan's 'Baby John'. This departure from his usual Eid releases has left fans wondering about what's next for the actor.
Superstar Salman Khan, along with an ensemble cast, is currently busy shooting for his next Eid release, Sikandar, in Hyderabad. With half of the filming completed, the team is already planning for a grand music album, featuring two chartbuster tracks. Along with foot-tapping music, the film promises high-octane action sequences and a star-studded cast. Fans can expect more exciting announcements as Sikandar gets closer to its highly awaited Eid 2025 release.
Politician and former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique was shot dead outside his son's office, leading to widespread grief in the Bollywood industry. The close bond that he shared with stars like Salman Khan, Shilpa Shetty, and Zaheer Iqbal was evident as they rushed to the hospital upon hearing the tragic news. With demands for justice and messages of condolences pouring in, the legacy of Baba Siddique and his famous iftar party on Eid will always be remembered.
As fans eagerly await the release of Salman Khan's highly anticipated Eid 2025 film, Sikandar, the actor has shared a glimpse into his intense workout routine on Instagram. Despite a recent unsettling incident involving his father, Salman remains dedicated to his role and physical transformation for the film. Directed by A.R. Murugadoss and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, Sikandar promises to be a high-octane action spectacle that has already generated significant buzz.
As pilgrims from around the world gather in Saudi Arabia to observe the annual Hajj, the last major ritual of stoning the devil took place on Sunday. This ritual, which commemorates Abraham's obedience to God to sacrifice his son, marks the beginning of the Eid al-Adha celebrations for Muslims. Legit.ng is also providing a special opportunity for its readers to vote for their favorite entertainers in 15 categories for the 2024 Entertainment Awards. Meanwhile, Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada brings his extensive experience in covering metro and government policy to report on this important event.
The Jain community in Chandni Chowk came together to rescue 124 goats from slaughter during Eid al-Adha, gathering a remarkable amount of Rs 15 lakh for this noble cause. In lieu of the traditional goat market, the Naya Jain Mandir in Dharampur area became the center of attention for visitors to observe the bleating animals. This act not only exemplifies their dedication to social welfare but also marks a historic milestone for the Jain community in Chandni Chowk. The initiative was taken after a call from their guru, showcasing their determination and commitment towards making a positive impact on society.
As the world celebrates Eid-ul-Adha, Bollywood stars join in to spread love and joy through their social media posts. Leading actors like Salman Khan, Priyanka Chopra, and Sunny Deol took to Instagram to wish their fans on the special occasion. Along with their heartfelt messages, they also shared photos and videos to mark the festival. Click to see all the Eid wishes from our favorite Bollywood stars!
On the occasion of Eid Al-Adha, celebrities like Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Sidharth Malhotra, Sunny Deol, and others took to their social media platforms to send greetings to their fans and followers. Priyanka shared an animated Eid picture, while Sidharth simply wrote "Eid Al-Adha." Sunny Deol dropped a motion poster wishing for peace, harmony, and good health. This festival marks the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage and is a time for joy, peace, and making meaningful connections with loved ones.
On the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, people from the Muslim community across India gathered to offer Namaz in celebration of Eid Al-Adha. This holy occasion marks the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage and is observed in the 12th month of the Islamic or lunar calendar. Videos of devotees offering Namaz in several states like Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu were shared by news agency ANI, while BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi was seen offering Namaz at Dargah Panja Sharif in Delhi.
Indian stock markets are closed today, June 17, for Eid al-Adha (Bakrid), with trading set to resume tomorrow, June 18. The closure includes the capital and money markets, as well as the forex market, and only the commodity derivatives and electronic gold receipts segments will be open in the evening. This is the only stock market holiday in June 2024, and there are a total of 15 holidays scheduled for the entire year. The next trading holiday will be on July 17 for Muharram.