Veteran CPI leader R Nallakannu passes away in Chennai at the age of 101 Veteran CPI leader R. Nallakannu, aged 101, has passed away. He was admitted to the hospital on February 1 and was in the ICU due to multi-organ failure. His condition worsened on Monday and deteriorated further on Wednesday, leading to his passing. This marks the end of an era for the party. #leader #Chennai #age #Veteran #Veteran_CPI #CPI_leader #CPI #Nallakannu_passes #Nallakannu #passes

Veteran actor Pravina Deshpande passes away at 60 after prolonged illness Veteran actor Pravina Deshpande passed away on Tuesday, February 17, at the age of 60 after a prolonged battle with multiple myeloma. She had been undergoing treatment for the condition since 2019. Her last rites were performed in Mumbai later the same day at 3 pm at a Hindu crematorium in Chakala Parsiwada, Andheri East. The news of her demise was confirmed through a statement shared on her official social media account. In an emotional note, her family informed followers that she breathed her last on February 17 after years of fighting the illness. The Cine & TV Artistes' Association (CINTAA) also expressed its condolences. Posting her photograph on X, the association wrote, “CINTAA expresses its condolences on the demise of Pravina Deshpande ji (member since 2008) #cintaa #condolence #restinpeace #rip. ”CINTAA expresses its condolences on the demise of Pravina Deshpande ji (member since 2008) #cintaa #condolence #restinpeace #rip@poonamdhillon @dparasherdp @itsupasanasingh @HemantPandeyJi_ @ImPuneetIssar @rishimukesh @bolbedibol @iyashpalsharma @SahilaChaddha @actormanojjoshi… pic. twitter. com/VdMuiFcccw — CINTAA_Official (@CintaaOfficial) February 17, 2026 Pravina Deshpande built a career spanning Marathi and Hindi cinema, television, theatre and web platforms. She was widely regarded for her ability to bring depth to supporting roles, often leaving a distinct impression despite limited sc... #Veteran_actor #Veteran #Pravina_Deshpande #actor_Pravina #prolonged_battle #CINTAA #multiple_myeloma #illness_Veteran #Pravina #Deshpande

Salim Khan admitted to hospital; no official update on health yet Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan was admitted to Lilavati Hospital on Tuesday. The exact medical reason for his hospitalisation has not been officially disclosed by the family, and further updates on his condition are awaited. News of his admission prompted family members to rush to the hospital. Superstar Salman Khan was spotted arriving at the facility shortly after the reports surfaced. The actor was seen leaving the premises under heavy security, dressed in a black T-shirt and cap. He did not address the media gathered outside. Salim Khan’s daughter Alvira Khan Agnihotri was also seen arriving at the hospital, along with her husband, actor Aayush Sharma. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Hungama🎥 (@realbollywoodhungama) Salim Khan is regarded as one of Hindi cinema’s most influential writers, best known for his collaboration with Javed Akhtar as part of the celebrated Salim-Javed duo. Over the decades, his work has shaped mainstream Bollywood storytelling. As of now, the family has not issued an official statement regarding his health. Fans and members of the film fraternity are awaiting further updates. Also Read: Salim Khan rings in his 90th birthday with Helen and Salma in heartwarming family celebration; Arpita Khan pens note!... #Khan #Tuesday #Veteran_screenwriter #Salim_Khan #Lilavati_Hospital #Khan_admitted #Salim #screenwriter_Salim #admitted #Veteran
