Shoot of Shah Rukh Khan’s King in Dubai cancelled amid Middle East tensions, desert sequence shifted to Mumbai: Report The upcoming action entertainer King, directed by Siddharth Anand and headlined by Shah Rukh Khan, has reportedly undergone a change in its filming schedule after a planned Dubai shoot was cancelled due to the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. According to a report by Mid-Day, a desert action sequence featuring Anil Kapoor and Suhana Khan was originally scheduled to be filmed in Dubai beginning April 9. The schedule was expected to last about a week and the team had already secured the required permissions to shoot in the emirate. However, the plan was revised keeping safety considerations in mind. A source told the publication, “The team had procured the necessary permissions to shoot in the emirate. It was supposed to be a week-long schedule from April 9. But given the dynamic situation in the region, the makers decided not to take any risk with the cast and crew's safety. ”Following the change in plans, the makers have reportedly recreated the desert set at a studio in Mumbai’s Vile Parle to continue filming without disruption. The same source stated that the production team has mounted the sequence on a large scale to match the director’s vision. “They've gone all out to match the scale that Siddharth envisioned for the set-piece. In fact, this gives them more control over action beats and lighting. The sequence begins with a chase... #Rukh_Khan #Shah_Rukh #Middle_East #East_tensions #amid_Middle #Suhana_Khan #Siddharth_Anand #entertainer_King #Dubai_cancelled #planned_Dubai
Russian oil tanker MT Aqua Tita arrives off Mangaluru port amid Middle East tensions A Russian oil tanker chartered by MRPL arrived off the Indian coast amid escalating West Asian tensions and volatile global energy markets. This arrival, along with an LPG cargo from the US, highlights India's efforts to secure energy supplies. Officials confirmed no port congestion and the safety of Indian vessels and sailors in the Persian Gulf. #Russian_oil #oil_tanker #Middle_East #East_tensions #amid_Middle #West_Asian #escalating_West #Aqua_Tita #Tita_arrives #MRPL_arrived
PM Modi chairs high-level review meet on fuel, power amid Middle East tensions #Middle_East #East_tensions #amid_Middle #Modi_chairs #power_amid
PM Modi to chair high-level meeting to review energy preparedness amid Middle East tensions Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a high-level meeting to review India's energy preparedness amid escalating West Asian tensions. The focus will be on ensuring uninterrupted supply, stable logistics, and efficient distribution of petroleum, power, and fertilisers across the nation. This comes as the ongoing conflict impacts global energy supplies and international supply chains. #Prime_Minister #Minister_Narendra #Narendra_Modi #Middle_East #amid_Middle #West_Asian #escalating_West #high-level_meeting #preparedness_amid #review_India
'In supreme interest of nation': RSS backs Centre's decisions amid Middle East turmoil; calls for peace The RSS has called for an immediate end to the Middle East conflict, emphasizing global peace while backing the Indian government's actions as being in the nation's supreme interest. General secretary Dattatreya Hosabale also addressed protests following a leader's killing, stressing peaceful expression and communal harmony. The organization reiterated its stance on Hindutva and its inclusive vision for Indians abroad. #Middle_East #amid_Middle #East_conflict #East_turmoil #supreme_interest #backs_Centre #Centre_decisions #RSS_backs #emphasizing_global #nation_supreme
Evening news wrap: All Indian crew in Persian Gulf safe, says govt; Centre revokes Sonam Wangchuk’s NSA detention; & more Indian LPG vessels safely navigated the Strait of Hormuz amid Middle East tensions, with the government assuring all Indian crew are secure. Despite panic booking, LPG supplies remain stable. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was released after his NSA detention was revoked. #Indian #Middle_East #East_tensions #amid_Middle #Persian_Gulf #Hormuz_amid #Indian_crew #Gulf_safe #Centre_revokes #Indian_LPG
F1 2026: Mercedes boss Wolff says Formula One ‘second priority’ amid Middle East crisisFormula One has said it is monitoring the situation, with Bahrain hosting F1’s fourth round from April 10-12 and Saudi Arabia staging the fifth a week later. Formula One has said it is monitoring the situation, with Bahrain hosting F1’s fourth round from April 10-12 and Saudi Arabia staging the fifth a week later. #Saudi_Arabia #fourth_round #Middle_East #amid_Middle #April_10-12 #Mercedes_boss #Arabia_staging #boss_Wolff #East_crisisFormula #priority’_amid
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
India sets up control room, issues helpline number amid Middle East crisis Amid escalating West Asia tensions, India's Ministry of External Affairs has established a special control room to assist its citizens residing in the region. The government is closely monitoring the evolving situation and remains in contact with regional governments and international partners to ensure the safety of nearly one crore Indians living there. #External_Affairs #India_Ministry #Middle_East #amid_Middle #East_crisis #West_Asia #escalating_West #Asia_tensions #control_room #India_sets
F1 2026: Officials chartering flights to Australian GP amid Middle East conflictMany of these were scheduled to pass through airports in the Middle East, which serve as major worldwide transportation hubs, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha. Many of these were scheduled to pass through airports in the Middle East, which serve as major worldwide transportation hubs, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha. #Abu_Dhabi #Middle_East #Middle #amid_Middle #including_Dubai #Officials_chartering #major_worldwide #transportation_hubs #worldwide_transportation #East_conflictMany
Air India Express to resume Muscat flights from March 3; Gulf routes remain suspended amid Middle East tensions Air India Express will resume flights to and from Muscat on Tuesday, March 3, after a temporary halt due to the Middle East conflict. Services to Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE will continue to be suspended until March 3. The airline cited airspace closures in the region impacting operations. #Air_India #Middle_East #East_tensions #amid_Middle #East_conflict #India_Express #Gulf_routes #resume_Muscat #Muscat_flights #tensions_Air
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
