From Abdu Rozik announcing his marriage to Elvish Yadav's money laundering case: Top TV news of the week

This week in the telly industry was filled with drama, controversy and some shocking news. While Abdu from Bigg Boss 15 announced his marriage in Sharjah, Shivangi Joshi gave a very special gift to her mom. There’s a long list of such top news. Here’s a sneak peek.

Abdu Rozik, who appeared on Bigg Boss 15, is preparing to marry Amira, a young woman from Sharjah, UAE. The couple first met at a restaurant in Dubai four months ago and quickly became friends. After a short period, Abdu announced their engagement and upcoming wedding on his social media platform. In an exclusive interview with BT, Abdu expressed his happiness, stating, "I feel fortunate to have found love and a life partner. I met Amira at a restaurant in Dubai, and I was immediately drawn to her. She is beautiful, with long hair and captivating eyes. We exchanged contacts, and over the past four months, we have grown close. She is currently pursuing a degree in business administration in Sharjah."

Aashish Mehrotra shocked everyone as he recently announced his exit from popular TV show Anupamaa after an impressive run of nearly four years. Aashish shared the unexpected news of his departure on his Instagram account. In a heartfelt message, the actor expressed his gratitude towards the creators and the show. In a long note he mentioned, “It was a beautiful beautiful journey... a beautiful journey of almost 4 years as your "Toshu" in Anupamaa... The character being just the opposite of who l am as a person... has made it more challenging and fun to live with.. It has been a huge roller coaster ride.. But whatttt a ride!!! From a topper in college - mba gold medalist, most loved son being the 1st born, then the rebel child, drunkard, bhaag kar shaadi karne waala lover, saas ka ghulaam- ghar jamai, selfish money lover, loving brother, comic property dealer to being bed ridden after a stroke.. apne bacchi chura kar bhag gaya tha... kyaaa kyaa nahi kiyaa hai yaar in this journey... Toshus love for his father was the most special thing to me in this journey.. It brings tears instantly... Its all so overwhelming... I found some amazing people through this journey who will stay with me for life... and to my audience my second family - thank you for hating me soo much that I could feel your love and connect with me always. You guys will see me soon in some other roop or may be the real me... Seeking your acceptance, love, blessings forever. Signing off with tons of gratitude.” Actor Gaurav Sharma replaced Aashish for the role of Toshu.

Imlie had a great run, showcasing three generations in the storyline. However, with the third generation featuring Sai Ketan Rao and Adrija Roy, the show has now decided to conclude. In an exclusive chat with ETimes TV, Sai Ketan Rao openly discussed his journey on the show, the reason for its end, his favorite character, and more. Reflecting on this, he mentioned, "I'm not entirely sure, maybe the TRP dynamics weren't favorable. There are shows with unique concepts that capture viewers' attention. Some shows may not have the best production quality but still top the charts. It's all about TRP, and sometimes fate plays a role too. I believe the audience struggled to accept Agasthya's death in the show, which led to a decline in viewership." On the other hand, Adrija wrote on social media, "Imlie signing off."

Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Sanjeeda Shaikh, and Sharmin Segal recently had a fun interaction with stand-up comedian and Bigg Boss 17 winner Munawar Faruqui to promote their web show. The actresses were split into two teams and tasked with reciting shayaris. Aditi playfully remarked, "Dongri ki shaan, reality show ki pechhan, fir bhi isse dekh ke mann karta hai keh du 'Bhaiya ji, laga do ek paan.'" (The pride of Dongri, the face of a reality show, and still while looking at him I feel like asking for a paan). Sonakshi Sinha, Manisha Koirala, Sanjeeda Shaikh, and others applauded Aditi's witty response, leading to laughter among the Heeramandi actresses. Munawar humorously commented on Aditi's statement, saying, "Look at the positivity; she wants to get her lips red." Sanjeeda Shaikh teased Munawar, jokingly suggesting that Aditi was calling him 'brother'.

Arjun Bijlani recently shared on X (previously Twitter) that he had been a victim of cybercrime. The actor informed his social media followers about this alarming incident and urged everyone to stay alert against the fraud activities. Upon Arjun's revelation, numerous internet users responded, expressing hope that his money would be recovered. Arjun tweeted, "Credit card hacked and unauthorized transactions made before it was blocked... I trust the cybercrime cell will apprehend the culprits!!" "Stay cautious, folks!"

Monaz Mevawalla, famous for portraying Roshan Singh Sodhi in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, is enjoying her journey on the show. In a recent chat with ETimes TV, she shared insights about working alongside the seasoned actor Dilip Joshi, who plays Jethalal on the series. Monaz praised Dilip Joshi, highlighting his presence and expressing her deep respect for him. Reflecting on Dilip Joshi, she remarked, "The remarkable thing about Dilip Joshi is his in-depth understanding of each character in the show. He provides valuable suggestions for everyone, which are not only good but also humorous. He contributes to the development of every character. He doesn't just concentrate on his own role but also on others. He improvises for others too. His presence is all-encompassing. He's incredibly funny, clever, and a genuinely kind person."

Shivangi Joshi shares a close bond with her parents and loves to spoil them with gifts. In a heartwarming gesture just before Mother's Day, she surprised her mother with a lavish present—a brand new car. The Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai star posted photos and a video of her mother driving the new car home. As her mother drives, Shivangi asks, "Congratulations! How do you feel about your new car?" Her mother responds with a smile, "Very nice." Shivangi then reveals that it's a Mother's Day gift, a token of love and gratitude to her mother for her unwavering support and sacrifices.

Bharti Singh, the popular comedian who was recently hospitalized due to severe stomach pain, has been discharged and is now back on the set of Dance Deewane 4, continuing to film for the reality show. Ankita Lokhande, on the other impressed fans as she recreated Madhuri Dixit’s iconic moon. Despite having a fractured hand, Ankita Lokhande gracefully performed a recreation of Madhuri Dixit's iconic song 'Humko Aaj Kal Hai' as a dedication to th

Elvish Yadav is currently under investigation by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for alleged money laundering involving the use of snake venom as a recreational drug at parties and laundering the proceeds of crime. He was arrested last November along with five accomplices, who were all snake charmers, by the Noida police. The ED's investigation, which began last week based on a police First Information Report (FIR) filed at Sector 49 police station in Noida, aims to trace the money trail of the illicit gains.