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which refuses to leave me because I am not getting a break from work. I was at HT Leadership Summit recently, then I graced IFFI, and I have to host Bigg Boss on the weekends. And on top of that, the Tiger Zinda Hai dubbing is going on. So, I am not getting any rest.”

Looks like this ‘Tiger’ needs some R&R.

SWARA’S AUTISM OUTREACH

Actress Swara Bhasker says the film industry is a powerful carrier of messages, specifically when it comes to raising awareness about different social issues.

The Nil Battey Sannata actress was in Gurugram recently to help raise awareness about autism.

She says autism, a neurodevelopmental disorder which is a “rampant phenomenon”, is considered a taboo subject in India.

Swara said, “The film industry is a very powerful carrier of messages. Since the industry involves people who have a vast following, the individuals become tools to communicate varied messages to their fans.

“We as an industry try to make movies which help people understand the issues at hand. I’m so honoured to be that message carrier, spreading awareness about autism and negating any inhibitions that are associated with it.”

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Richa Tells Off Biker Fans

Richa Chadha recently reprimanded some enthusiastic fans for following her on bikes.

“Got followed by some over enthufans on bikes in Bandra. You are a hazard to the safety of pedestrians and other vehicles on the road. Certainly no way to ask for pictures. Sudhar jaiye (Please improve),” Richa tweeted.

Looks this is the kind of fan ‘following’ actors don’t appreciate, and good on Richa to speak up.

Celebrities often get chased by fans for autographs and selfies, irrespective of where they are.

Just last month, Mumbai Police issued a challan to Varun Dhawan for obliging a fan by taking a selfie from his car. He was photographed partly out of his car’s window and taking a selfie with a female fan who was seen travelling in an auto rickshaw.

But Varun later apologised for his behaviour, and said, “Next time I’ll keep safety in mind and won’t encourage this.”

Akshaye Khanna Once Feared Media

Akshaye Khanna says that for the longest time he had a fear of facing the media. However, he now understands its importance in the business of cinema.

Akshaye, son of late actor Vinod Khanna, maintained the image of a recluse for a long time.

Asked why, Akshaye said, “I do not know why. Quite wrongly, for the longest time, I thought that the media peopleall the journalists - are here to criticise me, to pull me down and to put me under a bad light. So, I kept avoiding... and I maintained a distance.”

He has since overcome it, thankfully.

“I sat down and analysed the role of media to promote an art form. Now I know that you people are here as our collaborators, to promote a film, so that it can reach out to the larger audience. Now I am comfortable talking to journalists. Media plays an important part in the business of cinema, I have learnt it,” he added.

That’s right, Akshaye. We’re not all bad!

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