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An old video featuring Qazi Touqeer, who is currently a contestant on Bigg Boss 20, has resurfaced on social media, drawing attention for its controversial content. In the clip, Qazi is seen making a joke about the __ ka button, with vulgar images of womens private parts appearing towards the end. The video has sparked discussions online, bringing renewed scrutiny to the clip and the reactions surrounding it. Amid the ongoing conversation, YUNG DSAs team has responded with a sarcastic social med
Salman Khan is set to return to the couch of Koffee With Karan for its ninth season, hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar. The upcoming season is expected to be the final instalment of the celebrity chat show, and Salmans appearance promises to bring back memories of some of his earlier conversations with the host. In the newly released promo, Karan revisits one of the actors most talked-about moments from his first appearance on the show. Salman made his debut on Koffee With Karan in Season 4 and la
As Saiyami Kher completes a decade in the film industry, the actor is looking back at a journey shaped by unconventional choices, personal growth and a willingness to define success on her own terms. Since making her debut with Mirzya in 2016, Saiyami has continued to explore different opportunities while also establishing herself in endurance sports. She became the first Indian female actor to compete in the Ironman 70.3 triathlon and has completed the event three times. In an exclusive convers
Shriyam Bhagnani is set to headline Sumo Didi, a sports biopic based on the life of Hetal Dave, recognised as Indias first professional female sumo wrestler. The film explores Daves journey into a sport that has traditionally been associated with men and the challenges she faced while pursuing it. Chaitanya Sharma also features in the film, alongside Anubha Fatehpuriya, the late Nitesh Pandey, Raghav Dhir and Meenal Kapoor. For Shriyam, Sumo Didi marks her first lead role. Speaking about taking
Kareena Kapoor Khan has officially joined the Google Android family, marking a global collaboration that brings together Bollywood, technology and Formula 1. The announcement was made by Menaka (MK) Shroff, Global Marketing Director, Platforms & Ecosystems at Google, who welcomed the actor as a global pop-culture icon known for her distinctive personality, confidence and influence. The association comes days after Kareena sparked curiosity on social media by sharing a post featuring a Google And
Katrina Kaif recently made a rare public appearance following her pregnancy, which led to discussions about her appearance on social media. The actress faced body-shaming and online trolling, with several users comparing her recent pictures with older photographs. Amid the criticism, actor Richa Chadha has spoken out against those targeting women over changes in their bodies after motherhood. In a conversation with India Today, Richa, who became a mother in 2024, addressed the issue of body-sham
Maddock Films producer Dinesh Vijan and Padma Shri awardee Ujjwal Nikam recently met Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Dr. Mohan Bhagwat to discuss the story behind their upcoming film, Prahaar The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam. The film explores the life and professional journey of the public prosecutor, who has been associated with several high-profile criminal cases in India. During the meeting, Dr. Mohan Bhagwat appreciated the team's efforts to bring an important chapter of Nikam's li
Yami Gautam Dhar is set to appear in Nayyi Navelli, an upcoming fantasy family entertainer directed by Balaji Mohan. The film features the actor as Mohini, a newly married woman who becomes part of a chaotic household in Meerut. While her arrival initially brings peace and harmony to the family, her seemingly perfect bahu soon raises suspicions, with her brother-in-law wondering whether she could actually be a daayan (witch). The film is scheduled to release in theatres on October 16. Ahead of t
Sobhita Dhulipalas career has spanned Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, English and Hindi projects, allowing her to work across different film industries and explore varied cinematic narratives. With around 18 projects to her credit, the actor has taken on roles across languages and storytelling formats, building a filmography that does not follow a conventional path. While her diverse body of work might appear to be the result of a carefully planned career, Sobhita believes her journey has largely been
Dharma Productions and Sikhya Entertainment have released a new trailer for Udta Teer following the response to the films first trailer. The latest preview offers another glimpse into the films comic world, featuring humorous situations, unexpected twists and action-packed moments. With a fresh set of scenes, the trailer builds on the films comedy-driven premise and offers audiences a closer look at what to expect from the upcoming theatrical release. Headlined by Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali
Actor Fatima Sana Shaikh has shared her views on safety in Bollywood and the continuing debate around pay parity between male and female actors. In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Fatima said the film industry faces issues similar to those found across other professions, but believes the #MeToo movement has made Bollywood a safer workplace. Fatima is currently receiving attention for her role as ACP Jasleen Singh Soin in Hunkkaar: The Roar. The recently released show follows 17-year-old Mee
Star Plus upcoming supernatural saga Apsara is gearing up to bring mythology, supernatural powers and a battle for Amrit to television, with the makers promising a visually ambitious world. However, creating the shows opening episode came with its own set of challenges. Actor Anushka Merchande has revealed that shooting the episode took almost six days, with the team filming some of the initial sequences at real locations, including Mumbais iconic Bandra Fort. Drawing inspiration from Samudra Ma
The Dhurandhar franchise is set to return to television this Dussehra, with Dhurandhar The Revenge scheduled for its World TV Premiere on Star Gold on October 18 at 7 PM. Starring Ranveer Singh in the lead, the sequel will bring its action, intrigue and high-stakes drama to television audiences following the first films reported reach of 53 million viewers within four hours of its television premiere. Presented by Jio Studios and produced under B62 Studios, Dhurandhar The Revenge is written, dir
The release of Main Na Raha Mera, starring Adhyayan Suman and Divita Rai, has been postponed from October 23, 2026, to December 11, 2026. The decision moves the romantic musical away from a busy October release calendar, giving the film a different theatrical window amid competition from several other releases. Speaking about the change in release date, Adhyayan Suman said, Main Na Raha Mera is an extremely personal film for me, and we want audiences to experience its emotions the way we have en
Yoodlee Films has announced Party Animals, an upcoming Hindi comedy that brings friendship, questionable decisions and a night of escalating chaos to the big screen. Starring Viraj Ghelani and Arjun Tanwar, the film is set against the backdrop of a New Years Eve party in Mumbai, where a seemingly ordinary night out takes a series of unexpected turns. The film is scheduled to release in cinemas on November 20, 2026. Set in Mumbai, Party Animals follows Mann Patel (Viraj Ghelani) and Armaan Khanna
Raja Mishra is a student leader at a college in Sonbhadra, a small town in Uttar Pradesh. He lives in a village located on the outskirts of the city. In the same village lives Geeta, a young girl staying with her aunt, who is deeply in love with Raja. However, Raja considers Geeta only a friend. On the other hand, Kayanat, a Muslim girl from Aligarh, comes to Sonbhadra for a short period to conduct fossil research for her PhD. During her stay, she meets Raja, and the two soon develop a close fri
Randeep Hooda recently took to social media to share memories from the sets of his Hollywood film Matchbox. The actor reflected on reuniting with director Sam Hargrave and reconnecting with members of the team behind the Extraction franchise. The film also gave him an opportunity to share screen space with actor John Cena. For Randeep, working on Matchbox was an opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces and spend time with people he had previously worked with. His association with the Extract
Sabbir Khan, known for mass-appealing action entertainers like Heropanti (2014), Baaghi (2016) and Munna Michael (2017), switched genres with the supernatural psychological thriller Adbhut, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Diana Penty and Shreya Dhanwanthary. At a time when films often skip a theatrical release and premiere directly on streaming platforms, Adbhut took an unusual route. It first premiered on television before finally arriving on JioHotstar on Friday, October 9. In an exclusive inter
Actor Karan Tacker has offered a glimpse into his recent travels, sharing photographs from a quick getaway to Edinburgh, Scotland. The actor took to Instagram to post a carousel documenting his six-hour visit to the historic city, capturing its architecture, caf culture and distinctive street scenes along the way. Despite the short duration, Tacker appeared to make the most of his time exploring the Scottish capital. Keeping his caption brief, Karan wrote, A quick 6 hrs in Edinburgh, accompanyin
Madhuri Dixit offers inspiration for festive dressing with her collection of saree looks in different colours. From bright orange and classic red to royal blue and deep purple, the actress showcases how traditional drapes can be styled for Navratri. With a mix of embroidered designs, statement blouses and traditional jewellery, her looks offer ideas for those planning their festive wardrobe. Heres a look at nine saree styles to take inspiration from this Navratri. Orange: Madhuri Dixit brings co
Ramesh Taurani and Kumar Taurani spoke to Komal Nahta about remixes and recreated versions of old songs. While many believe that recreations are a worrying trend and that music composers should focus only on original compositions, Kumar Taurani had a different take. He said, More recreations should be made. Every film should have recreated songs. Certain classic songs have a long legacy, have been promoted extensively and enjoy strong recall value. When these songs are presented in a new avatar,
Actor Gurmeet Choudhary is set to begin promotions for his upcoming film Tum Mere Ho in Patna, Bihar, marking a return to his hometown ahead of the films theatrical release. The visit holds particular significance for Gurmeet as the project marks his first venture as a producer, adding a new dimension to his career in the entertainment industry. Produced under the banners of Reva Creative House and Deb Guru Films, Tum Mere Ho will see Gurmeet and the team start their promotional campaign from th
Munawar Faruqui is preparing for a busy weekend as he takes his new stand-up show, Beedi, to Dubai for its first live outing, while also returning as the host of the second season of Pati Patni Aur Panga. The two projects will see the comedian connect with audiences across live performance and television. Although Faruqui has performed in Dubai before, the upcoming show marks the first time he will present Beedi to a live audience in the city. The performance will begin the next leg of the show'
Anand Kumar, founder of the Super 30 educational initiative, recently shared the story of his former student Bidur Kant Jha, who overcame financial difficulties to become the Director in the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India. The educator took to social media to reflect on Jhas journey and the bond they have maintained over the past three decades. Recalling their first meeting, Kumar spoke about how Jha had approached him years ago with dreams of pursuing an education
Ramesh Taurani and Kumar Taurani spoke to Komal Nahta and shared a fascinating anecdote about how the music team of Soldier (1998) underwent a major change. Ramesh Taurani said, In those days, there was a saying that aap kisi bhi bade actor ko sign kar sakte ho lekin Bobby Deol ko sign nahin kar sakte! This was because Bobby was very exclusive and was doing only two films, Gupt (1997) and Barsaat (1995). But we held the music rights to both films. Hence, we convinced Sunny Deol to let Bobby sign
Choreographer and filmmaker Ganesh Acharya has unveiled the trailer of his upcoming directorial, Ganesh Dust To Stardust. Starring Shivanshu Soni, Alok Shaw, Sukanya Kalan and Sakshi Pawaskar, the film centres on the challenges people face while pursuing their ambitions and the determination required to overcome difficult circumstances. It is scheduled to release in theatres on December 11, 2026. Following the films announcement and the release of its first poster, the trailer offers a glimpse i
Ramesh Taurani and Kumar Taurani spoke to Komal Nahta and urged actors to sign more films. Ramesh Taurani said, In the olden days, we used to promote our films extensively, put up hoardings, publish posters in film magazines, play the songs on TV and radio, etc. Hence, actors used to get excited when signing a film produced by a music company. We used to just share one-line idea of the story and at times, actors agreed to do the film over a phone call and without even physically meeting us. Woh

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