On Ekta Kapoor's birthday, Ankita Lokhande and Krystle Dsouza shared emotional tributes on social media. Ankita credited Ekta for changing her life through Pavitra Rishta, while Krystle thanked her for believing in her and helping shape her journey in television. Fans and industry colleagues also showered Ekta with love and wishes

Ankita Lokhande received mixed reactions after sharing photos from a mosque visit in Abu Dhabi wearing a hijab. While some users trolled her online, many fans defended the actress, saying she was simply following the mosque's dress code