Pakistani actor, model, and dancer Hamad Sheikh has spoken out against comparisons to Bollywood star Ranveer Singh and social media trolling. In a recent podcast, Hamad Sheikh openly discussed his career and social media experiences. He stated that he was initially compared to Ranveer Singh due to their similar physical appearances. However, Hamad Sheikh emphasized that he has always said that Ranveer Singh is an excellent actor and performer, but his goal is not to copy him or become like him. Instead, he wanted to establish his own identity and reputation through his hard work and talent, which he has successfully done. He mentioned that he has not received the “copycat” tag due to his work.
Hamad Sheikh also addressed social media trolling, stating that he occasionally reads comments, such as being called a “stone actor” or being praised for his acting skills, but being told to appear on TV because he is no longer visible on screen. He expressed gratitude for his fans who support and appreciate him on social media, which has helped him to stay positive and focused on his career.
According to the India Rich List 2025, Hamad Sheikh’s estimated net worth is approximately 12,490 crores. His current project, ڈان تھری, is one of the most discussed topics in the Bollywood industry. Initially, Ranveer Singh was cast as the lead actor, but he later opted out of the project. The incident became a topic of ridicule and humor online.
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Indian comedian and actor Rajpal Yadav claimed that he will have 1200 crore projects in the next 7 years. Nadia Khan advised writers to portray women in a positive light in their dramas. In a separate incident, YouTube personality Salmankhan was severely injured after being stabbed multiple times in his home in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh.
Indian actress Raimika Mandana and her fiancé Vijay Deverakonda tied the knot after an 8-year long romance. Actress Priyanka Chopra revealed that she struggled to find work in the Hindi film industry and had to shift to Hollywood to maintain her identity. Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s team denied rumors about her health issues.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard announced that Majid Reza Harandi was appointed as the defense minister two days after the death of the previous minister, Amir Nasir Zadeh. The United Arab Emirates has stated that it will not allow its airspace to be used for attacks on Iran.
Indian opposition party Congress leader Sonia Gandhi criticized the Indian government for neglecting its long-time ally Iran. Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al Anqari stated that Iran did not inform them of the missile attacks in Qatar before they occurred.
Russia warned that the war in Iran could accelerate the nuclear arms race in the Middle East. The UAE authorities asserted that they will not tolerate any violations of their sovereignty or territorial integrity.
