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'Mrs.' director Arati rejects films with rape as plot device

Arati Kadav, the director of the acclaimed film Mrs., recently revealed that she turned down several directorial offers because they used rape as a plot device for female character development.

24 Dec 2025 6:15 pm
'She doesn't love...him': Sunita Ahuja responds to Govinda's affair rumors

Sunita Ahuja, the wife of veteran actor Govinda, has reacted to rumors of her husband having an affair with a young Marathi actor.

24 Dec 2025 6:12 pm
'Don't claim credit for...2 lines': 'Tu Meri...' controversy gets heated

The newly released version of the iconic song Saat Samundar Paar from the film Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri has sparked controversy.

24 Dec 2025 5:53 pm
'3 Idiots 2': Sharman Joshi hasn't been 'informed' about sequel yet

Speculation about a sequel to the iconic Bollywood film 3 Idiots has once again gained momentum.

24 Dec 2025 5:49 pm
'Never been so affected': 'Homebound' made Anurag Basu feel 'small'

Acclaimed filmmaker Anurag Basu recently praised Neeraj Ghaywan's film Homebound, which is representing Indian cinema at the Oscars 2026.

24 Dec 2025 5:43 pm
Kartik-Ananya's 'Tu Meri Main Tera...' struggles; has earned only 2cr

Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday's upcoming romantic comedy, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, is facing tough competition at the box office.

24 Dec 2025 5:06 pm
'Dhurandhar 2' to release in March 2026 in 5 languages

The blockbuster film Dhurandhar is getting a sequel, titled Dhurandhar 2.

24 Dec 2025 4:58 pm
Malaysia bars political speeches at Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' audio launch

The audio launch of Tamil actor Vijay's upcoming film, Jana Nayagan, is set to take place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Saturday, December 27.

24 Dec 2025 4:56 pm
Did Govinda actually cameo in 'Avatar: Fire and Ash'?

James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash has drawn massive crowds and earned widespread acclaim, especially in India.

24 Dec 2025 2:34 pm
Delhi HC reserves order in Sunjay Kapur's estate case

The Delhi High Court has reserved its order on an interim injunction plea filed by actor Karisma Kapoor's children against Sunjay Kapur's widow, Priya Sachdev Kapur.

24 Dec 2025 2:10 pm
'Mysaa' sneak-peek: Rashmika Mandanna is fierce in new action thriller

The teaser for Mysaa has been released, offering a glimpse of Rashmika Mandanna in a fierce new avatar.

24 Dec 2025 1:53 pm
'Single Papa': Why Aisha Ahmed signed Kunal Kemmu's Netflix show

Aisha Ahmed, who plays Dr. Shreya in Netflix's Single Papa, recently spoke about her role and working with Kunal Kemmu.

24 Dec 2025 1:52 pm
'You keep bringing up Dalit stories': Neeraj Ghaywan reveals criticism

Homebound director Neeraj Ghaywan, known for his socially relevant films, has spoken about the lack of representation in Hindi cinema.

24 Dec 2025 1:48 pm
Ranbir Kapoor's 'Animal' to release in Japan in 2026

Sandeep Reddy Vanga's blockbuster film Animal is returning to theaters, albeit in Japan.

24 Dec 2025 1:47 pm
'Spider-Man': Did you know Kate Hudson almost became Mary Jane?

Hollywood actor Kate Hudson has revealed that she was offered the role of Mary Jane Watson in Sony's 2002 Spider-Man film, a part that eventually went to Kirsten Dunst.

24 Dec 2025 1:42 pm
Taylor Swift gives $1M to heart association after father's surgery

Global pop sensation Taylor Swift has donated a whopping $1 million to the American Heart Association (AHA) in honor of her father, Scott Swift, confirmed People.

24 Dec 2025 1:08 pm
Allu Arjun-Trivikram Srinivas gearing up for 1,000cr mythological film

Telugu superstar Allu Arjun is set to join hands with director Trivikram Srinivas for a new mythological film, reported Pinkvilla.

24 Dec 2025 12:47 pm
'Mirzapur: The Film': Ali Fazal teases Guddu Bhaiya's return

Ali Fazal, who played the iconic role of Guddu Bhaiya in the hit web series Mirzapur, has shared a glimpse of himself on set for the upcoming film adaptation.

24 Dec 2025 12:13 pm
When, where to stream 'De De Pyaar De 2' online

The romantic comedy De De Pyaar De 2, starring Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh, is set to make its OTT debut in January 2026. The film was released in theaters on November 14, 2025.

24 Dec 2025 12:08 pm
Cops visited Rob Reiner's home many times before murders

Rob Reiner and Michele Reiner's home in Los Angeles's Brentwood neighborhood was reportedly visited by police officers at least six times over the years, starting in 2013.

24 Dec 2025 12:05 pm
'Concerning': Suparn S Varma on violence against women in films

Acclaimed Indian director Suparn S Varma recently opened up about his views on violence in films, especially when it comes to women.

24 Dec 2025 11:58 am
'Dhurandhar' crosses 900cr globally; sets new record for 3rd week

Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, has become the first Indian release of 2025 to cross the 900 crore mark worldwide. The movie has shown remarkable consistency at the box office, even in its third week of release.

24 Dec 2025 11:30 am
Rob-Michele Reiner died 'minutes' after sustaining multiple stab wounds

Renowned filmmaker Rob Reiner (78) and his wife, Michele (70), tragically died from multiple sharp force injuries at their Los Angeles home on December 14.

24 Dec 2025 11:22 am
Did Akshaye Khanna really exit 'Drishyam 3'?

Actor Akshaye Khanna, who recently impressed audiences with his performance in Dhurandhar, has reportedly left Drishyam 3.

24 Dec 2025 11:04 am
Bhansali to unveil 'Love & War' teaser in January

Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali is planning to unveil the first official glimpse of his upcoming film Love & War in January 2026, reported Mid-Day.

24 Dec 2025 10:57 am
Sean 'Diddy' Combs moves court seeking immediate release from prison

Sean Diddy Combs's legal team has filed a request with the 2nd US Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan, asking for his immediate release from prison.

24 Dec 2025 10:54 am
Kiara calls Sidharth 'hands-on father' post-baby; talks about 8-hour workdays

Bollywood actor Kiara Advani recently opened up about her husband and actor Sidharth Malhotra's role as a parent.

23 Dec 2025 4:24 pm
Kartik-Ananya's 'Tu Meri...' demands 16 shows in multiplexes

The much-awaited rom-com Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, starring Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday, is set to hit theaters soon, with an inferred release date of Thursday.

23 Dec 2025 4:21 pm
'Anaconda' to release in 1,000+ screens amid 'Dhurandhar' dominance

While the Indian box office is currently led by Dhurandhar, another major contender is preparing to enter the festive race.

23 Dec 2025 4:15 pm
Kevin Costner sued for $440K over unpaid costume fees

Hollywood actor Kevin Costner is facing a lawsuit for allegedly failing to pay for costume rentals on his Western epic, Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 2.

23 Dec 2025 4:07 pm
Why Gautami Kapoor was 'worried' while filming 'Bads of Bollywood'

Actor Gautami Kapoor, who recently appeared in the hit series The Ba***ds of Bollywood, has opened up about her initial apprehensions regarding the show's explicit content.

23 Dec 2025 3:01 pm
'Animal 2': Saloni Batra to return, discusses industry struggles

Actor Saloni Batra, who recently starred in the Amazon MX Player series Bhay, has confirmed her return for the sequel to Ranbir Kapoor's hit film Animal.

23 Dec 2025 2:45 pm
Michael Douglas recalls talking to Rob Reiner about troubled sons

Hollywood actor Michael Douglas (81) recently opened up about his discussions with late filmmaker Rob Reiner (78) on raising sons battling drug addiction.

23 Dec 2025 2:43 pm
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' is now highest-grossing Indian film of 2025

Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, has set a new benchmark by becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 worldwide in just 18 days.

23 Dec 2025 2:18 pm
'Cocktail 2' shoot wrapped up; Homi Adajania shares update

The shooting of Cocktail 2 has been completed for the year, filmmaker Abhisekh Kapur recently confirmed.

23 Dec 2025 2:08 pm
'Ikkis': Agastya Nanda reveals expectations from Sriram Raghavan's film

Agastya Nanda is all set to make his Bollywood big screen debut with Sriram Raghavan's Ikkis.

23 Dec 2025 1:58 pm
'Dhurandhar 2' to have '50 times' more 'action, mystery, manipulation'?

Naveen Kaushik, who took on the role of Donga in the hit film Dhurandhar, has teased what audiences can expect from the sequel.

23 Dec 2025 1:27 pm
NBC replaces 'The Paper' with 'Stumble' in prime time slot

NBC has decided to end its linear run of Peacock's The Paper earlier than expected.

23 Dec 2025 1:23 pm
'Battle of Galwan' teaser to announce release date

The much-awaited teaser of Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan is set to be released on the actor's 60th birthday, December 27, reported Bollywood Hungama.

23 Dec 2025 1:21 pm
Vijay Deverakonda announces 'Rowdy Janardhana' with Keerthy Suresh

Vijay Deverakonda, who was last seen in Kingdom, has announced his next project titled Rowdy Janardhana.

23 Dec 2025 10:36 am
Matt Damon faces monsters in Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' trailer

Universal Pictures has dropped the first teaser for The Odyssey, a cinematic adaptation of Homer's Greek epic directed by Christopher Nolan.

23 Dec 2025 10:33 am