Deepika Padukone is back in the headlines, and we're unpacking fan reactions from last week's episode — teacup style. Plus, model - actor Muzammil Ibrahim drops bombshell claims about his past with Deepika, losing Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani and calls out Pooja Bhatt in a bold new interview. We also discuss Housefull 5 - is it a box office hit or flop? Manushi Chhillar reacts to casting couch rumors — and we explore how outsiders in Bollywood are often discredited. Finally, it’s Teacup Time: we reveal the results of our latest Alia Bhatt poll, plus listener questions you won’t want to miss!

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