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Lock Upp saw Harshad Chopda lose his cool after Shilpa Shinde's shaadi ki umar hai remark and repeated comments about his bond with Shivangi Joshi. The actor objected to the dating speculation, insisting they are just friends and asking contestants to respect his privacy
Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub alleged that his voice was used without consent in Ajay Devgn's Chauhaan teaser. The actor claimed the makers removed his voice after he strongly objected, reigniting conversations about artists' rights and consent
Fresh off her wedding to director Sharan Sharma, Akansha Ranjan Kapoor says her husband is her toughest critic. The actor also addressed industry privilege chatter, saying she prefers letting her work speak while embracing challenging roles like Gram Chikitsalay
Veteran actor Shabana Azmi joined the Cockroach Janta Party-led protests at Jantar Mantar, supporting students demanding education reforms. She praised the youth's courage and determination during the Chalo Sansad march
Shabana Azmi, who joined the Chalo Sansad march in Delhi, criticises the police for using violence on students; urges the govt to nurture the youth, the countrys greatest investment
Sandeep Reddy Vanga revealed that 40 per cent of Spirit, starring Prabhas and Triptii Dimri, has been completed. The filmmaker confirmed the action drama remains on track for its March 5, 2027, theatrical release despite recent delay rumours
Fresh off her wedding to director Sharan Sharma, Akansha Ranjan Kapoor says her husband is her toughest critic. The actor also addressed industry privilege chatter, saying she prefers letting her work speak while embracing challenging roles like Gram Chikitsalay
Meenakshi Seshadri has signed Prime Video's Nanavati vs Nanavati, marking her acting comeback after relocating to Mumbai. The series reunites her with Jackie Shroff after four decades and also stars Bhagyashree, Ram Kapoor, and Anupriya Goenka
Actress Aanchal Singh has tied the knot with her longtime partner and fianc Mohit Chawla in a private yet grand ceremony. The actress took to Instagram to share pictures from her big day with her fans
Amid the ongoing controversy and protests over the NEET paper leaks, Ravi Kishan recently addressed the issue outside the Parliament House. However, his slip-up calling NEET a 'newspaper' has drawn backlash
He said that Mixtape is currently occupying his maximum bandwidth as the project is very dear to him.
TV actor Sehban Azim alleged he was injured during the lathi-charge at the CJP protest while protecting his friends. Speaking to mid-day, he claimed police indiscriminately assaulted students, women and protesters, calling the action deliberate and deeply heartbreaking.
The Warriors slipped to the bottom after losing the latest challenge, triggering emotional confrontations over alleged targeting. Payal Gaming broke down, claiming her alliance was unfairly singled out, while Ruhee Dosani and others challenged the Warriors' victim narrative, deepening divisions inside the headquarters
Sumeet Sachdev revealed he had a near-death experience after choking on food during dinner. The Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 actor called the incident very scary and urged everyone to learn the Heimlich manoeuvre, crediting it for saving his life
Hanumankind joined students and activists during the CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' march in Delhi over alleged NEET examination irregularities. Sharing videos from protest, he criticised the police crackdown, saying, Believing we deserve better is not a crime, after tear gas and lathi-charge were reported
Nandamuri Balakrishna recently suffered a leg injury while performing an action sequence on the sets of NBK 111, for which he has been advised to undergo minor surgery. Jr NTR took to social media to wish him a speedy recovery and good health
Raghav Juyal has reacted to viral video of him escorting Shehnaaz Gill through crowd of paparazzi after his birthday celebration. Addressing the dating rumours, the actor said his actions were driven by instinct and the values he was raised with, insisting he would have done the same for any woman
Kangana Ranaut has reacted to the CJP protests over alleged NEET examination irregularities, claiming MPs inside Parliament feared demonstrators could turn violent during the 'Chalo Sansad' march. The BJP MP also praised Delhi Police for acting as a shield
Divyanka Tripathi's heartfelt reply to Ruhaanika Dhawan's emotional note melted fans' hearts, with the actress saying her on-screen daughter taught her how to be a mommy. Their exchange rekindled nostalgia for Yeh Hai Mohabbatein and its beloved Ishita-Ruhi bond
Vijay Varma hit back at social media users threatening to unfollow him after he supported a students' march. Defending his stance, the actor said he wouldn't be silenced by online backlash and stood by the protesters' right to raise their voices
Rumours about Anupama Parameswaran and Dhruv Vikram's breakup intensified after reports claimed she allegedly slapped him with a slipper during an argument at a Chennai hotel. Neither actor has confirmed the claims, while fans continue speculating over their relationship status
Arijit Singh recently took to social media to express his anger over the violence employed against protestors marching towards the Parliament House as part of the CJP protests in Delhi. A fan reacted, saying they had lost respect for him, to which the singer had a strong response
Amitabh Bachchan worried fans after revealing in his blog that he underwent surgery and spent time in the ICU. Though he didn't disclose the reason, the veteran actor reflected on his recovery, prompting an outpouring of prayers and concern on social media
Music composer Anu Malik took a trip down memory lane as he shared a rare and cherished throwback picture featuring his father, veteran composer Sardar Malik, along with legendary singer Mohammed Rafi and actor Prem Kishan
Veteran actress and politician Jaya Bachchan once revealed what made Aishwarya Rai the ideal Mrs Bachchan during her interaction with filmmaker Karan Johar on the popular chat show, Koffee With Karan.
Actor Vikrant Massey who had been honoured with the prestigious National Award for his stellar performance in his hit movie, 12th Fail, reflected on how fatherhood has transformed his life, crediting his son for bringing good fortune into his life
Huma Qureshi attended the special screening of Baby Do Die Do in Jammu alongside Saqib Saleem and Rachit Singh. During the event, the actor said Jammu deserves more film promotions and praised the warm welcome the city gave the team, hoping audiences continue to support the film
The first trailer for Avengers: Doomsday has divided fans over its CGI, with some calling the visual effects unfinished while others urged patience until the film's release. The discussion soon spilled over to social media, where many users began comparing the trailer's visuals with Ramayana
Dheeraj Dhoopar faced scrutiny on Lock Upp after his family allegedly tried to send chits containing game strategies. Host Riteish Deshmukh warned him about violating the show's no-contact rule, stressing that any external influence could invite stricter action and compromise fair competition
Actress Anjana Sukhani said India's regional film industries each have a distinct identity, with Hindi cinema targeting pan-India audiences while South films remain rooted in local cultures. She called this diversity India's strength and expressed gratitude for working across multiple languages
A protest sequence from Rang De Basanti has resurfaced online amid the ongoing CJP protests. The scene, showing peaceful demonstrators being lathi-charged and dragged away by police, is being widely shared on social media, with many drawing parallels to recent visuals from protests in Delhi
Devoleena Bhattacharjee gets candid about how Sonam Wangchuk's protest has lost its focus from the cause to chaos. The actress took to her social media account, expressing concern that the movement is drifting away from its original purpose.
Karan Wahi faced backlash after saying women today are too independent and recalling a date who was allegedly seeing seven other men. His remarks on modern dating and relationships sparked criticism online, with many calling them outdated and misogynistic
The makers of Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups have released Madhosh, the film's second song featuring Yash and Tara Sutaria. The romantic track explores the softer side of Raya and Rebecca's relationship and has been released in five languages
JioStar has announced six regional editions of Bigg Boss, with former India captain Sourav Ganguly set to host the Bengali version. The expansion aims to strengthen the reality franchise's regional presence by offering local-language content tailored to diverse audiences across India
Tusshar Kapoor opened up about completing 25 years in films, recalling the pressure and expectations that came with being Jeetendra's son. He said star kids face struggles too and also spoke about standing out in ensemble films like Welcome To The Jungle
Saba Pataudi has shared photos from her recent London trip, featuring Javed Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar and Shibani Akhtar. Calling it a memorable week, she reflected on engaging conversations about cinema and poetry while also teasing her first podcast
Kajal Aggarwal believes South cinema has changed its portrayal of women, with more liberal and coming-of-age roles replacing outdated stereotypes. She said she always drew the line at scenes that objectified women
Vijay's Jana Nayagan promo has been unveiled ahead of its July 23 release, showcasing him as a cop, prisoner and political leader. The film overcame censor-related changes and an earlier footage leak, with fans eagerly awaiting the actor's final film before politics
Anne Hathaway has opened up about balancing one of the busiest years of her career while preparing to welcome her third child. The Oscar-winning actor described the experience as extremely surreal and said she's determined to enjoy every moment as she juggles motherhood with a packed slate of films
Nagarjuna addressed Tollywood's habit of postponing film releases, urging better planning and timely post-production. He admitted Lenin too was delayed and questioned why the industry cannot follow films like The Odyssey that stick to announced release dates
H. Vinoth revealed Jana Nayagan is 50 percent based on Bhagavanth Kesari, with 60 percent of the first half and 20 percent of the second retained. He said he initially resisted another remake but agreed after Vijay personally urged him to consider the project
Diljit Dosanjh supported the CJP-led student protest and urged authorities to listen to the students' demands. Recalling the farmers' protest, he said he had been labelled anti-national before and expects to face the same criticism again
Mahesh Babu celebrated daughter Sitara's 14th birthday with a heartfelt Instagram post, calling her his forever little star. Namrata Shirodkar also penned an emotional tribute, saying watching Sitara grow has been the greatest blessing of her life
Despite repeated pressure led by young star Lamine Yamal, Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez produced a series of crucial saves to keep his team in contention during regular time.
Anupam Kher has reportedly been confirmed as the voice of Jatayu in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana. The update ends months of speculation that Amitabh Bachchan would lend his voice to the legendary bird in the epic film
Hema Malini reacted to the CJP protests, urging dialogue instead of demonstrations. The BJP MP said the Modi government has worked for education and appealed to organisers not to mislead students into joining the protests
Test Subject V creator Kunal Avanti says the series aims to tackle misinformation around food and nutrition. He also recalled how presenter John Abraham backed the project after patiently hearing the idea and immediately agreeing to be part of it
Pankaj Tripathi revealed he did not charge a fee for Ohh My Dog, choosing to support longtime friend Amit Rai's directorial. The actor said independent films with meaningful stories need the backing of actors as much as they need financial support
Shah Rukh Khan's King is nearing the end of its shoot, with only one international schedule left. The team is scouting locations across the US and South America, with the final leg expected to take place in August before December release

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