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Was Rishab Rikhiram Sharma a disciple of Pandit Ravi Shankar?

The Ravi Shankar Centre in New Delhi has issued a statement refuting sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma's claim of being the last disciple of the legendary Pandit Ravi Shankar.

27 Feb 2026 6:36 pm
'Very uncomfortable': Taapsee Pannu urges audience to watch 'Assi'

Taapsee Pannu has been garnering widespread praise for her performance in the recently released film Assi.

27 Feb 2026 6:28 pm
BAFTA N-word controversy: 'BBC' chair was present during incident

The chair of the BBC, Samir Shah, was present at the recent BAFTA Film Awards, where a racial slur was shouted by John Davidson, who has Tourette's syndrome.

27 Feb 2026 6:26 pm
Is Vijay Sethupathi's 'Gandhi Talks' already streaming online?

The silent social drama Gandhi Talks, which had its world premiere at the International Film Festival of India in Goa and was released in theaters on January 30, 2026, is now available on OTT.

27 Feb 2026 6:24 pm
'Spirit': Vivek Oberoi looks sharp in first-look poster

The makers of the highly anticipated film Spirit have unveiled the first look poster of actor Vivek Oberoi.

27 Feb 2026 5:50 pm
'KGF' makers Hombale Films level up; announce overseas distribution wing

Hombale Films, the powerhouse behind pan-India blockbusters like KGF: Chapter 1 and 2, Kantara, Salaar, and Mahavatar Narasimha, has announced its entry into overseas distribution.

27 Feb 2026 5:42 pm
Farhan Akhtar's BAFTA-winning 'Boong' arrives in theaters in March

Farhan Akhtar's production, Boong, which recently bagged the Best Children's and Family Film award at the 2026 BAFTA film awards, will hit theaters on March 6, 2026.

27 Feb 2026 5:33 pm
Vijay's wife accuses him of infidelity, files for divorce

Sangeeta Sornalingam, the wife of Tamil actor Joseph Vijay, has filed for divorce after over two decades of marriage, reported India Today.

27 Feb 2026 5:28 pm
'Sankalp' teaser out: Nana Patekar makes his OTT debut

MX Player has dropped the intriguing teaser for its upcoming socio-political thriller Sankalp.

27 Feb 2026 5:25 pm
Kerala HC lifts stay on 'The Kerala Story 2' release

The Kerala High Court has lifted the stay on the release of The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, reported Live Law.

27 Feb 2026 5:20 pm
Rashmika-Vijay's regal wedding jewelry took 10 months to create

Telugu cinema's power couple, actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda, tied the knot in a temple-style ceremony in Udaipur on Thursday.

27 Feb 2026 5:16 pm
Kichcha Sudeep is gearing up to star in a romcom

Kannada superstar Kichcha Sudeep is all set to explore a new genre with his upcoming project, which will be a romantic comedy, reported The Hollywood Reporter India.

27 Feb 2026 5:12 pm
'Accused' review: Konkona, Pratibha can't save this pointless thriller

Konkona Sen Sharma and Pratibha Rannta starrer Accused, released on Netflix on Friday, is an unconventional but flat thriller.

27 Feb 2026 4:55 pm
'Gawaar army...': 'The 50's Maxtern slams Elvish, Archit

Sagar Thakur, aka Maxtern, a recent evictee from The 50 reality show on JioHotstar and Colors TV, has slammed his co-contestant Archit Kaushik.

27 Feb 2026 4:53 pm
Kabir Khan, Kartik Aaryan collaborate again for sports biopic

After their successful collaboration on Chandu Champion, director Kabir Khan and actor Kartik Aaryan are reuniting for another sports drama.

27 Feb 2026 4:45 pm
Rashmika-Vijay's wedding announcement breaks records on social media

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda's wedding announcement has taken the internet by storm, breaking all previous records for the most liked celebrity wedding post in the Indian film industry's history.

27 Feb 2026 4:42 pm
'Cultural erasure': BAFTA quietly deletes 'Boong' director's winning speech

Filmmaker Lakshmipriya Devi recently made history by winning the Best Children's and Family Film award at the BAFTA Film Awards for her film Boong.

27 Feb 2026 4:38 pm
Girls's Generation Tiffany is officially married now

In a delightful turn of events, Girls's Generation member Tiffany Young (36) and actor Byun Yo-han (39) have officially tied the knot.

27 Feb 2026 4:21 pm
Backstreet Boys's Brian Littrell refiles trespassing complaint against neighbor

Brian Littrell, the Backstreet Boys singer, has refiled a trespassing complaint against Carolyn Barrington Hill.

27 Feb 2026 4:19 pm
Sai Pallavi to replace Deepika Padukone in 'Kalki 2'?

Sai Pallavi has reportedly replaced Deepika Padukone in the much-awaited sequel, Kalki 2.

27 Feb 2026 4:09 pm
Zubeen Garg's death case: Wife welcomes Assam government's fast-track court

The Assam government's decision to seek a fast-track court for the trial in Zubeen Garg's death case has been welcomed by the late singer's wife, Garima Saikia Garg.

27 Feb 2026 3:00 pm
'Khilone' lead Anupriya Goenka unpaid for work in horror film

Earlier Hollywood Reporter had reported that the crew members of Vikram Bhatt's 2023 horror film 1920: Horrors Of The Heart and the upcoming action movie Khilone had not been paid their dues.

27 Feb 2026 2:56 pm
'It's our...time': 'Bridgerton' S04 cast talks about East Asian representation

The latest installment of Netflix's popular series Bridgerton features its first East Asian family, a development that has been warmly welcomed by the new cast members.

27 Feb 2026 2:27 pm
Priyanka Chopra calls SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' an 'adventure'

Priyanka Chopra Jonas, the global icon, recently spoke about her much-anticipated return to Indian cinema with the upcoming film Varanasi.

27 Feb 2026 2:23 pm
After 4 years, BLACKPINK is back with DEADLINE

K-pop sensation BLACKPINK has made a grand return with their third mini-album, DEADLINE. The album was released on Friday and is the group's first major music release since Born Pink in 2022.

27 Feb 2026 2:03 pm
'Scream 7' review: Entertaining, but spoiled by disappointing ending

How many times can Ghostface hunt and brutally stab Sidney Prescott?

27 Feb 2026 1:50 pm
'Ranabaali': All about Vijay-Rashmika's first film after marriage

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, who tied the knot on Thursday in Udaipur, will soon be seen together in their first film as a married couple.

27 Feb 2026 1:20 pm
What is happening with 'The Kerala Story 2'?

The release of The Kerala Story 2 is stuck.

27 Feb 2026 1:12 pm
'Disgusted with myself': Anubhav Sinha on writing 'Assi's graphic scenes

Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha recently opened up about the challenges he faced while writing the graphic sexual assault sequences in his new film Assi.

27 Feb 2026 12:42 pm
'Bridgerton' S04 ending twist: Who is Lady Whistledown now?

The fourth season of Netflix's popular period drama Bridgerton has come to a thrilling conclusion with a shocking twist.

27 Feb 2026 12:29 pm
'Malamaal Weekly' sequel in works; original cast approached

Bollywood is gearing up for a wave of comic capers in 2026 and 2027, with films like Welcome To The Jungle, Dhamaal 4, Hera Pheri 3, Bhagam Bhag 2, and Golmaal 5.

27 Feb 2026 12:16 pm
'The Wire' star Bobby J Brown dies at 62

Bobby J Brown, the Hollywood actor best known for his role as Officer Bobby Brown in HBO's The Wire, has passed away at 62.

27 Feb 2026 11:39 am
Here's why Deepika Padukone won't be in 'White Lotus' S04

For the past few weeks, there have been rumors that Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone will be a part of the fourth season of HBO's Emmy-winning series The White Lotus.

27 Feb 2026 11:12 am
Who will lead 'Bridgerton' Season 5?

The fourth season of Netflix's popular period drama Bridgerton has concluded, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next installment. The show has already been renewed for two more seasons.

27 Feb 2026 11:07 am
Rashmika-Vijay's wedding fashion: How the star couple became maximalist icons

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda's wedding on Thursday at ITC Mementos Udaipur was a beautiful blend of fashion and tradition.

27 Feb 2026 10:52 am
'The Kerala Story 2': Tickets sold online despite HC stay

Despite the Kerala High Court's stay on the release of The Kerala Story 2, tickets for the film are still available online.

27 Feb 2026 10:36 am
US singer D4vd 'target' in teen's murder investigation

American singer D4vd, born David Anthony Burke, has reportedly been named a arget in a grand jury probe concerning the alleged killing of a 14-year-old girl.

27 Feb 2026 10:28 am
Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna look ethereal in first wedding photos!

Everyone's beloved celebrity couple, actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, are now officially married.

26 Feb 2026 7:16 pm
'Bridgerton' S04 review: Part 02 is entertaining despite predictable ending

Can two people from diametrically different worlds fall in love? Is romance truly powerful enough to shatter all worldly customs?

26 Feb 2026 5:51 pm
Adarsh Gourav urges audience to give small films 'a chance'

Adarsh Gourav's latest release, Tu Yaa Main, has been pitted against Shahid Kapoor's O'Romeo at the box office.

26 Feb 2026 5:50 pm
Here's why Rohan Sippy has been thanked in 'Do Deewane...'

The recently released film Do Deewane Seher Mein, starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur, has been receiving appreciation from the audience.

26 Feb 2026 5:41 pm
Rashmika-Vijay's wedding pictures not out; AI edits flood internet

Viral images allegedly from the wedding of actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have sent fans into a frenzy.

26 Feb 2026 5:36 pm
'Ustaad Bhagat Singh's director talks about 'Dhurandhar 2' competition

The much-awaited Telugu film Ustaad Bhagat Singh, starring Pawan Kalyan, is set to release on March 26.

26 Feb 2026 5:27 pm
Kirti Kulhari to play 'layered negative role' in 'Chakor Ban'

Actor Kirti Kulhari, known for her roles in Pink, Uri: The Surgical Strike, and Four More Shots Please!, started filming for her upcoming project Chakor Ban last year.

26 Feb 2026 4:50 pm
'Heated Rivalry's iconic home listed on Airbnb

The iconic cottage from the final episode of Heated Rivalry is now available for rent on Airbnb.

26 Feb 2026 4:49 pm
Sidharth Malhotra, Parineeti Chopra's 'Hasee Toh Phasee' returning to theaters

PVR INOX, India's leading cinema chain, has announced the re-release of the beloved romantic comedy Hasee Toh Phasee on March 6.

26 Feb 2026 4:36 pm
Rajpal Yadav to meet kids who supported him during incarceration

After a group of students from a gurukul school in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, expressed disappointment over not hearing from actor-comedian Rajpal Yadav after his release from jail, the actor has promised to meet them.

26 Feb 2026 4:33 pm
Yash's 'Toxic' in talks for IMAX release

Yash's upcoming film Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, has been the talk of the town lately.

26 Feb 2026 4:25 pm
Kerala HC stays 'Kerala Story 2' release for 15 days

The Kerala High Court has issued a 15-day stay on the release of The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, just a day before its scheduled premiere.

26 Feb 2026 4:04 pm
'Scrubs' is back on TV: All that has changed

The beloved medical comedy-drama, Scrubs, has made a triumphant return with its revival season.

26 Feb 2026 4:00 pm