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Akshay Kumar has begun shooting for Samuk, an upcoming survival-action thriller directed by Kanishk Varma and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, along with co-producer Aashin A. Shah. The film, which is being mounted on a large scale for a pan-Indian theatrical release, has reportedly been in development for over two years. Samuk is set to combine elements of military realism, survival horror and alien mythology. The makers have also brought international talent on board to create the world and ac

For audiences, Golu Gupta's love for books became one of the defining aspects of her personality in Mirzapur. Whether she was tucked away in a library or finding comfort in the pages of a novel, reading wasn't just a habit for Golu, it shaped the way she saw the world. What many may not know is that long before Golu came into her life, Shweta Tripathi had already built a relationship with books that looked remarkably similar. Looking back, Shweta says that Golu's love for reading was one part of

Jackie Shroff has often spoken about his concern for the environment and the importance of keeping the surroundings clean. The actor has also encouraged people, especially the younger generation, to develop a deeper connection with nature. In a recent conversation, Jackie opened up about where his own bond with nature began and recalled how his mother played an important role in shaping his perspective. Sharing a memory from his childhood, Jackie Shroff said, My mother was very fond of flowers.

Following successful legs across Europe, Australia and Asia, Shreya Ghoshal, one of Indias most celebrated and beloved voices, is set to embark on her spectacular The Unstoppable Tour 2026 across North America this September. The tour is being meticulously organized by leading U.S.-based global event company Intense Entertainment, owned by Manish Sood and Deepa Sahani Sood, Indian-born U.S. citizens who promise to make it a landmark musical experience for audiences. This tour marks the most impo

Some stories take years to reach the screen. Asghar Wajahats Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai took nearly four decades. Written in 1989, the acclaimed play has now been adapted into Rajkumar Santoshis Batwara 1947, with Sunny Deol in the lead and Shabana Azmi playing the elderly Hindu woman who refuses to leave her Lahore home. The long wait, however, had less to do with the story and more to do with the sheer scale of Santoshis cinematic vision. Speaking about why the screen adaptation took

Ram Kapoor has opened up about his fathers prolonged battle with cancer and the emotional circumstances surrounding his death. The actor revealed that while losing a parent is deeply painful, he experienced a sense of relief after his father passed away because he was no longer suffering. Speaking about the difficult period, Ram recalled how distressing it was to watch his fathers health deteriorate. He explained that cancer had caused immense physical and mental suffering, leaving the family to

Rajkumar Hirani has offered a major update on one of the most awaited potential sequels in Hindi cinema. The filmmaker recently spoke to ANI about 3 Idiots 2, revealing that the story for the follow-up is currently being written. More importantly, Hirani confirmed that the much-loved original cast of Aamir Khan, R Madhavan, Sharman Joshi and Kareena Kapoor Khan will return for the sequel. Speaking about the progress of the film, Hirani said, Kahani likhi jaa rahi hai (The story is being written)

When cinema lovers watch a movie in a language they dont understand, they rely on sub-titles. But there is a large section of the audience that relies on dubbed versions of films that are in an alien language for them. The task is carried out by dubbing artistes who are today more known as voice artistes or voice actors. Ketan Kavva is one such artiste who has been in the dubbing field for over 15 years. He has dubbed for various movies and shows. His noteworthy assignment this year involves voi

Bhagyashree has spoken about her experience of becoming a mother at a young age, sharing details about her postpartum journey and revealing that both of her deliveries were through C-section. The actress, who continues to share fitness and wellness advice with her followers, discussed the importance of gradually rebuilding core strength after childbirth in her latest #TuesdayTipsWithB post. The Maine Pyar Kiya actress admitted that she was not aware of the importance of exercising after becoming

Sonal Chauhan is set to enter the world of Mirzapur: The Movie as Mumtaz Bibi. At the films album launch in Mumbai, the actress opened up about her experience of joining the popular gangster drama and admitted that she initially felt nervous about stepping into a franchise with several established and iconic characters. I was very excited when I first learned that I was becoming a part of the world of Mirzapur: The Movie. But at the same time, it was a very daunting experience. There are a lot o

Shah Rukh Khans upcoming film King continues to generate considerable buzz, with the Siddharth Anand directorial bringing together an impressive ensemble cast. The action entertainer stars Shah Rukh Khan in the lead and features Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan, Suhana Khan, Raghav Juyal and Arshad Warsi, among others. In an exclusive conversation with Filmfare, Warsi opened up about his association with the highly anticipated project and revealed details about his role. Accordi

Shalini Passi has emerged as one of the standout talking points of The Traitors Season 2, with her candid reactions and unfiltered observations frequently becoming highlights of the reality show. While the series is centred on deception, strategy, alliances and betrayals, Shalinis presence added a distinctly humorous element to the season, with several of her one-liners making their way into conversations online. Throughout her stint in the palace, Shalini delivered a number of spontaneous momen

The trailer of Daayra has received reactions from several Bollywood celebrities, with actors and filmmakers taking to social media to share their thoughts on Meghna Gulzars upcoming crime thriller. The film, which stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles, has generated interest following the launch of its trailer. Alia Bhatt, who previously collaborated with Meghna Gulzar on Raazi, shared the trailer on social media and wrote, THIS cast + my favourite director say no

Swara Bhasker has revisited the controversy surrounding her 2018 open letter to filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali after watching Padmaavat. Years after the films release, Swara explained that the debate around her letter largely focused on one particular line, while the broader concerns she raised about women, sexual violence and the portrayal of jauhar received less attention. Speaking at an event hosted by the India International Centre (IIC) in Delhi, Swara recalled her reaction to the films cl

Kareena Kapoor Khan recently attended the trailer launch of Daayra along with director Meghna Gulzar and the team of the upcoming film. During the event, the actress was asked about the ongoing controversy surrounding the Giva jewellery commercial featuring Kriti Sanon. However, Kareena appeared hesitant to address the issue and did not share her views on the matter. The controversy erupted after Kriti Sanon featured in a Raksha Bandhan special advertisement for jewellery brand Giva, wearing an

Aditya Datt has spent two decades moving between romance, thrillers, action and biographical drama, but the genres have changed more than the filmmaker's instincts. From Aashiq Banaya Aapneand Table No. 21 to Commando 3 and Bad Cop, Datt's works have repeatedly been built around characters pushed into difficult situations, action that serves the story and emotion that gives the spectacle its stakes. With Gunmaaster G9, he returns to Emraan Hashmi and, intriguingly, to Himesh Reshammiya, almost 2

Akshay Oberoi has opened up about his experience working around the sets of King, his bond with filmmaker Siddharth Anand, and how years of struggle have shaped his career. The actor, who recently appeared as gangster Tony in Geetu Mohandas Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, described the film as one of the biggest projects of his career while reflecting on his journey in the industry. Speaking to Hindustan Times, Akshay said that his recent projects have made him appreciate how far he has come.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan celebrated Raksha Bandhan with her family this year, and an unseen picture from the festivities has now surfaced online. The photo was shared by her sister-in-law Shrima Rai and offers a glimpse into the private family celebrations. In the picture, Aishwarya is seen posing with her brother Aditya Rai, sister-in-law Shrima and their children. Aishwarya's mother, Vrinda Rai, is also part of the family photograph. Her daughter Aaradhya Bachchan can be seen alongside her grand

Mirzapur: The Movie is heading to theatres on September 4, and Ravi Kishan has added to the anticipation with a fresh update from Gorakhpur. The actor shared that the film is receiving a positive response while teasing fans with what he called a garma-garam report ahead of its worldwide theatrical release. Sharing the update, Ravi Kishan said, I am coming directly from Gorakhpur with a garma-garam report. There is a great response to the film, and people can't wait for 4th September! His comment

Devgn CineX is set to expand its presence in South India with the addition of 18 screens across Bengaluru and Hyderabad by the end of 2026. The cinema exhibition brand will open an 11-screen megaplex in Bengaluru and a seven-screen property in Hyderabad as part of its next phase of expansion. The two upcoming properties will take Devgn CineX further into two of South Indias prominent entertainment markets. The Bengaluru venue will be among the brands larger properties, while the Hyderabad launch

Kareena Kapoor Khan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, director Meghna Gulzar, producers Vineet Jain and Dr Jayantilal Gada and Junglee Pictures CEO Amrita Pandey attended the trailer launch of Daayra at a multiplex in Mumbai. The film releases next month, on September 18, and incidentally its the month of several films of Kareena and her family. Haiwaan, starring Kareenas husband, Saif Ali Khan, and co-starring Akshay Kumar, releases on September 11. Meanwhile, September 18 will also see the release of Vib

Excel Entertainments Mirzapur The Movie is one of the most keenly-awaited films of the year. Directed by Gurmmeet Singh, it stars Ali Fazal, Divyenndu, Pankaj Tripathi, Jitendra Kumar, Ravi Kishan, Rasika Dugal, Shweta Tripathi, Shriya Pilgaonkar, among others. The film is special since it is based on the web series Mirzapur, which is a big hit on OTT. It has had three successful seasons on Amazon Prime Video. The film is expected to take a strong opening. It is widely believed that Mirzapur The

Shweta Tripathi recently took a break from her professional commitments and travelled across Europe with her husband, rapper Chaitnya Sharma, and a group of close friends. The getaway included a stop in Vienna, where the couple attended Australian singer-songwriter Chet Fakers live concert at Arena Wien as part of his A Love for Strangers tour. The Vienna concert became one of the highlights of the trip for Shweta, with the journey being planned around Chaitnyas fondness for Chet Fakers music. T

Subhash Ghai has opened up about his past fallout with Salman Khan and revealed how the actors father, veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, intervened after the two had a scuffle. Ghai recalled the incident while discussing his collaboration with Salman in the 2008 film Yuvvraaj. According to Ghai, his professional association with Salman came after an unpleasant incident at a party. The filmmaker said that Salman was under the influence of alcohol during the gathering when an argument broke out bet