“I felt like I was part of Airlift 2”: Lara Dutta shares harrowing experience of returning from Dubai amid US-Iran conflict Actress Lara Dutta has opened up about her tense experience of travelling back to India from Dubai amid the ongoing tensions linked to the Iran–United States conflict. The actress revealed that the journey felt so dramatic that she joked about being part of a sequel to the 2016 film Airlift. Earlier this month, the actor shared a video on Instagram revealing that she was stranded in Dubai with her daughter, Saira, during the conflict. She has now returned to India and, in a recent interview with Hindustan Times, spoke about the circumstances that led to the stressful journey. Lara said she had temporarily shifted to Dubai so that her daughter could train with a specific tennis coach there, while her husband, former tennis player Mahesh Bhupathi, was in London for work. As a result, she and her daughter were alone in Dubai when the tensions escalated. Recalling the situation, she said, “We lived just about 10 kms away from the Jebel Ali Port, which was being bombed every day. So we decided to take a chance, as I wanted to be with my husband and my family. We drove two hours to Fujairah, and just a day earlier, Fujairah port and the oil refinery had been bombed. It was scary, I am not going to lie about it. I was joking with my co-star Akshay Kumar that I felt like I was part of Airlift 2. ”The actress further revealed that the tension continued eve... #United_States #Dubai_amid #amid_US-Iran #Lara_Dutta #Dutta_shares #States_conflict #harrowing_experience #tense_experience #Dutta #shares_harrowing
Malaika Arora’s mother Joyce stranded in Dubai amid Middle East tensions; says, “I could see the missiles”m Bollywood actor Malaika Arora’s 72-year-old mother, Joyce Arora, is currently stranded in Dubai after her scheduled return flight to Mumbai was cancelled amid escalating tensions across parts of the Middle East. The disruption follows Iran’s reported retaliatory attacks on several US allies in the region — including the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia — after American and Israeli strikes on Iranian territory on February 28. The situation has led to temporary suspension and rescheduling of multiple flight operations across the region. Joyce had travelled to Dubai to celebrate her elder sister’s birthday. A few days later, her own birthday, which falls on March 2, was also marked with family. She was scheduled to return to Mumbai on March 3 but received a notification that her flight had been cancelled due to the ongoing conflict. Speaking to ETimes, Joyce said, “I must say, I feel safe here. In fact, I could see the missiles being intercepted in the sky with my own eyes. It was frightening, but the Dubai military is doing a fantastic job. ” She added that her daughters, Malaika and Amrita Arora, are in Mumbai and are in constant touch with her, calling several times a day to check on her well-being. With some flight operations gradually resuming, Joyce has expressed hope that she will be able to return home soon. Joyce is not the only... #Arab_Emirates #East #Bollywood_actor #Middle_East #East_tensions #Middle #amid_Middle #Dubai_amid #escalating_tensions #amid_escalating
Sonu Sood offers free accommodation to travellers stranded in Dubai amid Israel–Iran conflict Actor and philanthropist Sonu Sood has once again stepped forward to help people in need. The Bollywood star recently took to social media to offer assistance to travellers stranded in Dubai amid the ongoing tensions related to the Israel–Iran conflict. Posting on X (formerly Twitter), Sood shared a video message announcing that safe accommodation would be provided free of cost to those unable to return home due to the crisis. Along with the video, the actor wrote, “War has left many travellers stranded in Dubai. If you or someone you know has nowhere to stay, we are offering safe accommodation free of cost. No nationality. No conditions. Just humanity. DM us on Instagram if you need help. @dugastaproperties Please share so this reaches someone in need. ”In the accompanying video, Sood addressed those affected by the situation and assured them that support was available. “Anyone who's stranded in Dubai because of the ongoing crisis, we just want to tell you that you have a place to stay. We'll make sure that you get free-of-cost accommodation. ” He further added, “Jo log bhi humare Hindustani hai, ya kisi bhi nationality ke log phase hue hain Dubai ke andar, aap mujhe DM kijiye (Whoever, whether our fellow Indians, or people of any nationality who are stranded in Dubai, please send me a DM). We will make sure that you get a free of cost stay till you reach your country. J... #Dubai #Iran_conflict #Sonu_Sood #Dubai_amid #amid_Israel #philanthropist_Sonu #travellers_stranded #Sonu #stepped_forward #Sood
Lara Dutta reveals stressful days in Dubai amid Israel–Iran conflict; thanks UAE government for protection Former beauty queen and actor Lara Dutta recently shared a long video on social media describing the tense situation in Dubai amid the ongoing escalation in the Israel–Iran conflict 2026 escalation. In the video, the actor spoke about witnessing explosions and missile interceptions while also expressing gratitude to the government of the United Arab Emirates for ensuring residents feel protected during the crisis. Dutta revealed that she has been in Dubai since the beginning of the conflict and has spent considerable time in the city over the past few years. The actor is currently there with her daughter, while her husband, former tennis champion Mahesh Bhupathi, has been travelling for work. “We have been in Dubai since the start of this Israel-Iran war, what's being termed the Israel-Iran war. UAE, Dubai, has been my home now for the last three years. I have spent a considerable amount of time here. I was actually shooting on the 28th at a studio in Dubai,” Lara said in the video. Recalling the moment she realised the situation had escalated, the actor described hearing explosions while she was working on set. “We started hearing the explosions overhead, ran out of the studio, and saw missiles being intercepted. It's been a few, I can't lie, stressful days. I have my daughter here with me, Mahesh was away for work, he wasn't in Dubai thankfully. ” Dutta also a... #Israel #Dubai #Iran #Iran_conflict #Dubai_amid #Lara_Dutta #amid_Israel #ongoing_escalation #Dutta_reveals #Dutta_recently
PV Sindhu returns safely to India after being stuck in Dubai amid rising tensions in Gulf regionThe two-time Olympic medallist and her team were stuck in Dubai since Saturday, while en route to the All England Championships, from which she was forced to pull out. The two-time Olympic medallist and her team were stuck in Dubai since Saturday, while en route to the All England Championships, from which she was forced to pull out. #Dubai #Olympic_medallist #two-time_Olympic #rising_tensions #Dubai_amid #amid_rising #England_Championships #Sindhu_returns #Gulf_regionThe #returns_safely
PV Sindhu to miss All England Championships after being stranded in Dubai amid rising tensions in West AsiaThe travel turmoil may also have implications elsewhere in the draw. Kidambi Srikanth, who was listed as first reserve in Birmingham, could benefit if withdrawals materialise. The travel turmoil may also have implications elsewhere in the draw. Kidambi Srikanth, who was listed as first reserve in Birmingham, could benefit if withdrawals materialise. #Kidambi_Srikanth #rising_tensions #Dubai_amid #amid_rising #England_Championships #West_AsiaThe #travel_turmoil #withdrawals_materialise #AsiaThe_travel #Sindhu
Sonal Chauhan stranded in Dubai amid Middle East crisis, seeks PM Narendra Modi’s help The escalating tensions in the Middle East, triggered by joint US-Israel strikes on Iran and subsequent retaliatory actions, have disrupted air travel across the region, leading to widespread flight cancellations, airspace closures, and stranded passengers—including several high-profile individuals. Bollywood actress Sonal Chauhan, known for her debut role in the 2008 film Jannat, has publicly appealed for assistance after finding herself stuck in Dubai. In a post on social media (shared on platforms like Instagram Stories and X), she wrote: "Hon’ble PM @narendramodi ji, I am currently stranded in Dubai due to the ongoing crisis, with flights cancelled and no clear way to return to India. I respectfully seek the Government’s guidance for a safe journey home. Grateful for any support extended. ”Hon’ble PM @narendramodi ji, I am currently stranded in Dubai due to the ongoing crisis, with flights cancelled and no clear way to return to India. I respectfully seek the Government’s guidance for a safe journey home Grateful for any support extended🙏🏻🇮🇳@MEAIndia @IndiainDubai — SONAL CHAUHAN (@sonalchauhan7) February 28, 2026 Meanwhile, the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi issued an advisory in response to the "current regional situation," urging all Indian nationals in the UAE to: Avoid unnecessary travel Take due care and remain vigilant Follow safety guidelines and advisories from UAE auth... #Narendra_Modi #Middle_East #Middle #amid_Middle #Sonal_Chauhan #East_crisis #Dubai_amid #airspace_closures #retaliatory_actions #high-profile_individuals
