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Every 2 October, the internet remembers Vijay Salgaonkars trip to Panaji the satsang, the pav bhaji and the alibi he committed to memory. It is an unusual legacy for a thriller. More than a decade after the first Hindi film, a detail from its story has become an annual pop culture reference. Vijay has remained a compelling character for another reason. He is an ordinary man who makes an extraordinary choice to protect his family and then has to live with its consequences. Audiences can understa

Ahead of its world premiere at the Busan International Film Festival, the makers of Selvi have unveiled a new poster featuring National Award-winning actor Anjali Patil in the titular role. The Tamil-language drama is among the two Indian films selected for the Vision Asia section at the 31st Busan International Film Festival. Directed by debut filmmaker Sailesh Rathnakumar, Selvi follows Selvi, played by Patil, a migrant home-care nurse working in the homes of wealthy families. Her job involve

Veer Pahariya is adding to the buzz around his upcoming film Prem Keetanu with a fun social media moment featuring Varun Dhawan. The actors recently came together for a dance video to the films track Ishq Ka Ghulam, with Varuns pet dog Joey also making a special appearance. The video, shared by Veer on social media, shows the two actors grooving to the peppy number and matching steps. Their playful camaraderie is at the centre of the clip, while Joeys unexpected appearance adds another light-hea

Vedang Raina has added a new fashion collaboration to his growing portfolio. The Jigra actor has been named the face of Jack & Jones autumn-winter 2026 denim campaign, fronting the European menswear brands latest denim-focused collection. Known for his work in films including The Archies and Jigra, Raina now features in the brands latest campaign, which focuses on denim as a key part of the modern mens wardrobe. According to Jack & Jones, the actors personal style, creative energy and connection

Radhikka Madan and Vijay Varma have opened up about the concerns surrounding intimate scenes being leaked and circulated online. The actors, who are part of Lust Stories 3, spoke about the risks involved in filming such scenes and how they deal with the possibility of footage being shared without their control. Their comments come after Radhika Apte recently recalled feeling scared when nude scenes from her 2016 film Parched were leaked online. The incident brought attention once again to the ch

Certain dates remain etched in collective memory, and 26/11 is one such date for India. Rajkummar Rao, who portrays public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam in Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam, recently reflected on the significance of the date in a special video released ahead of the films trailer launch. In the video, Rao speaks about how some dates become permanently associated with moments that leave a lasting impact. Referring to 26/11, the actor acknowledges its place in the memory of India

Chef and entertainer Ranveer Brars new YouTube show, Yess Chef!, has crossed 700,000 views within 24 hours of the first episode being released. The show combines food trivia, quick-fire questions, competition and celebrity banter, bringing food knowledge into an entertainment format. The concept of Yess Chef! revolves around testing how much celebrities know about food, from ingredients and dishes to their stories, history and lesser-known facts. The show aims to make food knowledge more engagin

The Yash Chopra Foundation (YCF), the philanthropic arm of Yash Raj Films, has expanded its Scholarship Program this year, selecting 11 students, including the first-ever scholars pursuing Robotics and technology-led courses. The Foundation continues to take forward the vision of legendary filmmaker Yash Chopra by giving back to the industry that has given abundant love to YRF for over 50 years. Through the YCF Scholarship Program, the Foundation supports the children of registered Hindi film in

Sohum Shah recently received a special gift from a fan inspired by the world of Tumbbad. The actor-producer shared a video of a handmade statue of the Goddess featured in the folklore fantasy, while also leaving fans with a question about a special detail hidden within the creation. Tumbbad, which developed a cult following after its original theatrical release, found a renewed audience following its 2024 re-release. The films return to cinemas brought it back into the spotlight, with the renewe

Shahid Kapoor is set to return to the IIFA stage with a performance at the 27th edition of the IIFA Weekend & Awards, scheduled to take place at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, on January 22 and 23, 2027. The actor is among the performers announced for the upcoming edition, which will bring together several names from Indian cinema for a two-day celebration. Opening up about his return to the IIFA stage, Shahid said the awards have been an important part of his career over the years. IIFA

Vedika Pinto is getting noticed for her turn as Sudha in Netflix's Musafir Cafe, and the actor has now opened up about how the role came to her at a time when her attention was elsewhere. She was busy promoting Nishaanchi, directed by Anurag Kashyap, when she got a call to audition for what she was told was a love story. That love story turned out to be Musafir Cafe. Recalling the sequence of events, Vedika said, Musafir Cafe happened very fast for me. I was in the middle of promoting Nishaanchi

Mouni Roy has often experimented with different fashion styles, moving between traditional Indian wear, understated separates and statement-making red-carpet ensembles. On her birthday, a look at some of the distinct fashion moods reflected in her wardrobe shows how she has embraced contrasting styles while maintaining a recognisable sense of personal style. The Draped Goddess Mouni Roy opted for a white silk saree paired with a gold-embellished blouse, completing the look with jhumkas. With the

Salman Khans nephew and singer Ayaan Agnihotri, also known by his stage name Agni, recently gave fans a glimpse of his family vacation in Great Britain. The singer shared a series of pictures from the trip on social media, offering glimpses of his time with family members and his bond with his younger cousin Ayat. Ayaan posted a carousel of photographs from the getaway and captioned it, Great Britain Great Brother. The pictures captured different moments from the family trip, including a playful

The climax of Drishyam The Conclusion has been one of the key talking points around the upcoming film, with the makers positioning it as the final chapter of the Drishyam franchise. As Vijay Salgaonkar aka Ajay Devgn returns for what is expected to be the concluding chapter of his story, director Abhishek Pathak has opened up about the process of developing and protecting the films climax from fan speculation. In an interview, Pathak revealed that he went through several theories shared online b

The 72nd National Film Awards ceremony was held last week, on September 22, and among the proud attendees was Nidhi Parmar Hiranandani. Her production house, Chalk N Cheese Films, produced Srikanth (2024) with T-Series, and the Rajkummar Rao-starrer went on to win the Best Hindi Feature Film award. Understandably, Nidhi is on cloud nine. Chalk N Cheese Films has carved a distinct niche for itself. All three of its films so far Saand Ki Aankh (2019), Srikanth and the Marathi film Ata Thambaycha

Sanjay Leela Bhansalis Love & War has added a special celebration to its journey ahead of its theatrical release. Ranbir Kapoor, who plays one of the lead roles in the highly anticipated film, celebrated his birthday with the cast and crew, including director Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The team came together for a dinner to mark the actors special day. The celebration comes at a time when the excitement around Love & War has been building steadily with the makers dropping glimpses that have since sp

On September 2, Tata Trusts launched Vajood Rahe Maujood, a film aimed at raising awareness about dementia. It features Geeta Agrawal Sharma, known for Laapataa Ladies (2024) and 12th Fail (2023), as a mother displaying the early signs of dementia, while Priyanshu Painyuli plays her son and primary caregiver. The seven-minute film is touching and, more importantly, conveys its message in an innovative and impactful manner. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Geeta Agrawal Sharma an

Late actor Sushant Singh Rajputs sister Shweta Singh Kirti has spoken about information she said she recently learnt from the person who conducted her brothers post-mortem report. In a video message, Shweta claimed that the post-mortem reportedly indicated the use of a gun and that Sushant had suffered injuries, including a broken leg and hurt eyes. Sharing what she said she had recently learnt, Shweta stated, We got to know recently that that post-mortem person who did post-mortem on Bhai told

Sandeepa Dhar recently spoke about what attracted her to Chumbak, saying that the way women are portrayed in the series was among the reasons she chose to be part of it. According to the actor, the show takes a different approach to comedy by giving its female characters an active role instead of limiting them to supporting parts. Talking about her decision to choose the show, Sandeepa said, I was interested in the show because women were not shown as stereotypical beings. Usually, in a comedy,

Lyricist Sameer Anjaan recently spoke about his experience of working with composer A.R. Rahman on The Legend of Bhagat Singh during an episode of Komal Nahtas Game Changers: The Music Series. The conversation focused on Sameers career, his approach to songwriting and some of the challenges he encountered while working on memorable film soundtracks. Komal Nahtas Game Changers: The Music Series features conversations with singers, composers and lyricists about their creative journeys and experien

The Grub Fest returns to the capital with The Grub Fest: Legacy Edit, bringing together food, music and culture for a two-day celebration on 3rd and 4th October 2026 at NSIC, New Delhi. Marking 12 years of The Grub Fest, the Legacy Edit puts live music at the heart of the festival with what is shaping up to be the ultimate Punjabi takeover of the Grub Arena bringing together global Punjabi sounds, a new generation of artists and one of the genres most iconic voices. Leading Saturday night is Gu

The latest promo of Bigg Boss 20 gives viewers a glimpse into a major decision involving the house ration as well as the upcoming nomination task. With Kushal Tanwar aka Gullu taking charge as the captain of the house for the second time, Bigg Boss placed another crucial choice in front of him, with his decision affecting both the house's ration supply and the lifelines of contestants. After becoming captain, Gullu was presented with four options. The first offered 120% ration for the house but

Fatima Sana Shaikh has praised Salman Khan for addressing online trolling and speaking up on issues surrounding body-shaming and age-shaming. The actor, who will appear on the upcoming Bigg Boss 20 Weekend Ka Vaar episode to promote her web series Hunkkaar: The Roar, told Salman that his position as a prominent actor allows his words to have a wider impact. In a promo for Sunday's episode, Fatima brings up Salmans comments from the previous Weekend Ka Vaar. She tells the host that she wanted to

After receiving love and appreciation for his performance in Operation Safed Sagar, actor Mihir Ahuja has already started work on his next project. Mihir recently shared an update about his next project, thanking his fans for the love they have given to Operation Safed Sagar and revealing that he has begun filming for something new. Sharing his excitement, Mihir wrote, Thank Youuu so much for giving sooo much love to Safed Sagar !! Started filming for something very exciting. Won't disappoint yo

Sharvari has shared a graceful dance video on the title track of Yeh Prem Mol Liya, reflecting her love for classic Bollywood music, romance and the traditional Hindi-film heroine. The actors performance has drawn attention online as she recreates the nostalgic mood associated with the genre. Talking about the video and her connection with Bollywood songs and dance, Sharvari said, Bollywood songs and dance are actually a big part of why I wanted to become an actor. I grew up watching Madhuri maa

Salman Khan has raised concerns over the growing misuse of artificial intelligence on social media, particularly the creation of fake videos and manipulated audio featuring public figures. During the latest episode of Bigg Boss 20, the actor-host revealed that he has also been featured in AI-generated content and called for legal action against those who deliberately create and circulate such material. Salman was discussing the changing nature of bullying and eve-teasing, saying that such behavi

After making her mark as an actor, Shweta Tripathi has now taken on a new role of a producer. Mujhe Jaan Na Kaho Meri Jaan marks her debut feature as a producer and also stars her alongside Tillotama Shome in the lead. Earlier this month, Shweta travelled to the 51st Toronto International Film Festival after being selected by WIF (Women In Film) India for the Gold House Pitch, a platform that connects selected filmmakers with international producers, financiers and potential collaborators. Repre

Dhruv Tripathi is set to make his feature directorial debut with Reporting Live, an investigative thriller set against the world of journalism. The film stars Parineeti Chopra and Deven Bhojani in the lead roles and is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on October 9, 2026. Co-written and directed by Tripathi, Reporting Live follows an ambitious young reporter and her cameraman as they investigate what initially appears to be a straightforward story. Their reporting eventually leads them into the w

Namit Malhotras Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, is among the most highly anticipated films of the year. With anticipation around the epic continuing to soar with every new reveal, the makers recently released the trailer and posters of the film, leaving everyone even more excited for its arrival. Now, as the cast and crew of the film gathered to meet American YouTuber MrBeast during his visit to India, the popular YouTuber had a great time interacting with them. Taking to his social media,

Alisha Chinai began her singing career with Adventures Of Tarzan (1985). A major turning point came with 'Made In India', which made her a household name. Nearly a decade later, she once again became a sensation with 'Kajra Re' from Bunty Aur Babli (2005). The next few years, she sang several memorable tracks like 'Touch Me' (Dhoom 2; 2006), 'Aaj Ki Raat' (Don; 2006), 'Allah Bachaye' (Pyar Ke Side Effects; 2006), 'Ticket To Hollywood' (Jhoom Barabar Jhoom; 2007), 'Dilruba' (Namastey London; 2007

Taapsee Pannu has added another recognition to her name, winning the Woman of the Year 2026 honour at the Harpers Bazaar India Women of the Year Awards 2026. The award comes at a significant moment for the actor, who is currently riding high on the success of her latest film Gandhari. The film continues its strong run on Netflix, recording 18.9 million views in its first three weeks. While accepting the honour, Taapsee spoke candidly about how unplanned her journey as an actor has been and credi