From Sonal Chauhan To Nargis Fakhri, 9 Celebrities Stranded Across The UAE

On the days when local tensions overflow into the airspace, no celebrity is given any special consideration. Flights stop, airports clog up, and big names stand in the same line with the rest. With air transportation between sections of the Middle East disrupted, various Indian and international celebs have gone to social media to inform their fans about their status of being stranded in UAE, and noteworthy as being safe.

Celebs Share Updates Being Stranded But Safe In The UAE

According to a report by Mid-Day and many other publications, the increased tensions have had an impact on the flight operations in the region. Airspace restrictions and cancellations have grounded high-profile celebs and other travellers in cities such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and even some of Saudi Arabia.

These Are The Ones Who Have Been Vocalised So Far

Esha Gupta: “We Are Safe”

Esha Gupta is already in Abu Dhabi and reassured the fans via Instagram. She acknowledged the fact that the situation makes her feel scared, but she assured that she is secure and trusts the authorities to take care of the situation.

Ajith Kumar is holding back the race plans

Ajith Kumar, a star in Tamil, was forced to return to Dubai airport when the conditions got out of hand. As per reports provided by his manager, the actor is still in Dubai, and he is also safe.

Sonal Chauhan

Some actors also had to get stuck in Dubai, such as actor Sonal Chauhan, after they cancelled flights. Her Instagram post was grateful to the well-wishers and emphasised that law enforcement is at work.

Vishnu Manchu

In Dubai visiting family tonight. Missiles visible in the sky. The loud interceptions shook our home and frightened little Ayra.

Praying for peace. No child anywhere should grow up hearing the sound of war above their roof.

Grateful to the UAE defense forces for keeping… pic.twitter.com/tCbE78eoBY

— Vishnu Manchu (@iVishnuManchu) February 28, 2026

Vishnu Manchu posted a more emotional post on Dubai. A video of rays of light in the sky was also inherited, which he explained as missile interventions. He thanked the UAE Defence Forces, who have been constantly taking care of the civilians, keeping them safe.

From Athletes To Reality Stars, Everyone Is Waiting

PV Sindhu reported Dubai airport as chaotic but said that she and her team were safe.

Vicky Pattison has stated that she is practically trapped in Dubai and wanted people to stop disseminating unconfirmed facts.

Nargis Fakhri, Rochelle Rao and Erica Fernandes have all said that they are safe but are not comfortable.

England cricketer Jonny Bairstow sought help publicly after cancellations of flights, invoking a lack of communication.

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The Bigger Picture

People are trying to figure out a way to stay calm in these chaotic conditions, and celebrities stranded in UAE are no different in this current situation.

Cover Image Courtesy: Sonal Chauhan, Nargis Fakhri/Instagram