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BJP leaders criticised comedian Samay Raina over remarks made during a roast exchange with comedian Sharon Verma on India's Got Latent, calling the comments about Kashmiri Pandits and people from Bihar derogatory. The controversy has drawn attention to the history of Kashmiri Pandit displacement and concerns over using sensitive community issues for humour.

Samantha reacted to a fan's suggestion to name her baby with Raj Nidimoru 'Samaira' or 'Samaraj'. The actress, who is currently on maternity leave, has also been sharing glimpses of her pregnancy and continuing her workouts while preparing for motherhood

Kannada star Kichcha Sudeepa praised Yash for choosing experimentation over a formulaic follow-up. Posting on X on Friday, Sudeepa said the actor's approach required a different mindset, conviction and guts.

Alia Bhatt celebrated Raksha Bandhan by sharing childhood and recent photos with her sister Shaheen Bhatt, calling her Ghar (home). The sisters, who share a close bond, also work together through their production banner Eternal Sunshine Productions. T

Salman Khan celebrated Raksha Bandhan with his sisters Arpita and Alvira Khan. Arpita performed aarti and applied tilak before tying rakhi to Salman, who later showed off the rakhis on his wrist while posing for paparazzi.

Kareena Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift and several other stars paid heartfelt tributes to Dolly Parton following her death at 80. From sharing her iconic quotes to recalling cherished memories, celebs remembered the country music legend and her enduring legacy.