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Despite the thundering success across the world, Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar has been receiving an underwhelming response in Japan. The film reportedly sold just 900 tickets on day and saw no improvement over the weekend
Akanksha Chamola revealed on Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa that she now identifies as asexual, saying she no longer desires physical intimacy or a partner. Her statement comes days after she announced her divorce from Gaurav Khanna and spoke about embracing an independent life and her bisexuality revelation.
Amid reports of Vijay's Jana Nayagan releasing on July 24, now a report has suggested that the actor-turned-politician's son Jason Sanjay's debut film Sigma could be postponed. The report claims Sigma will be pushed to August
The makers of Tom Cruise-starrer Digger recently unveiled the trailer and poster of his upcoming film, Digger, wherein the actor appears in a never-seen-before role as the most powerful man in the world, racing to prove he is humanity's saviour
Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has now reacted to his daughter Ida's engagement to her partner Krish Agrawal. The director revealed that Krish spoke to him before proposing to his daughter, calling it his 'greatest happiness'
The wife of the legendary music composer Pyarelal Sharma, Sunila Sharma, died on Monday, July 13, at the age of 78. The composer was seen attending his wife's last rites in the city in a wheelchair, looking heartbroken
Ananya Panday, who recently made heads turn at Wimbledon 2026, was seen attending singer Pitbull's concert in London. The concert created history, setting the Guinness World Record with the most people wearing bald caps
Anjali Anand has spoken candidly about body shaming and typecasting in Bollywood, revealing she believes she was cast in Bell Bottom only because a scene required a terrorist to fall on top of me and get caught. The actor says such roles ignore her acting ability and reduce her to her body type
Prime Video has unveiled the trailer of Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya, starring Kay Kay Menon as an unconventional principal determined to transform a struggling school into a top performer. Also featuring Archana Puran Singh, the comedy-drama premieres on July 24 with humour and heartfelt moments
An unseen Alliance clip shows Kushal Tandon saying his partner becomes his world when he is in a relationship. The video surfaced amid Shreya Kalra's allegations that he flirted with her while reportedly dating Shivangi Joshi
Sagar Parekh has reportedly been approached to replace Rohit Chandel in Sairaab after the latter's arrest in a POCSO case. A source says Sagar was the makers' original choice but is yet to sign, with discussions still underway
Madirakshi Mundle has deleted her Instagram account days after reacting to co-star Rohit Chandel's arrest in an alleged minor assault case. The actress had expressed shock over the allegations and urged people to let the investigation take its course before reaching conclusions
Ravi Kishan shared an inspiring message urging youngsters to stay patient and avoid negativity. Speaking about Alliance, he called the show unpredictable, praised every contestant's potential, and said he is especially eager to watch Sohail Khan's journey
Incognito, presented by Anurag Kashyap and Vikramaditya Motwane, premieres on July 15 as the launch title of Oh Flip Shorts, a new YouTube platform for premium short films. The acclaimed psychological thriller by Ravi Muppa has screened at over 20 international festivals
He added that presenting history through cinema does not mislead todays educated youth and hoped that the film would soon return to a digital platform.
Veteran actress and former beauty queen Kalpana Iyer has opened up about the challenging phase of her career. Kalpana spoke about the pressures of survival in the industry and the compromises she had to navigate during that period
Actor Sharvari took her fans down memory lane of shooting the spy action-drama Alpha. Sharing a carousel of images, Sharvari, through her Instagram stories, treated fans to BTS pictures captured by her
Rani Mukerji has revealed that her first meeting with Aamir Khan as a young fan left her heartbroken after he briefly signed her autograph book and handed it back. Years later, while filming Ghulam, she reminded Aamir of the incident and even showed him the same autograph book
Talking about Anushka, she is the elder daughter of popular TV producer duo Shashi Ranjan and actress Anu Ranjan. She is married to actor Aditya Seal, with whom she tied the knot in November 2021.
Huma Qureshi paid an emotional tribute to her mother while joining the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign. Sharing that her mother taught her the true meaning of strength, the actress planted a tree in her name and encouraged everyone to honour their mothers through the meaningful environmental initiative
Zoey Deutch has opened up about reuniting with Jennifer Aniston in Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass, calling the experience absolutely surreal. The actress praised Aniston's warmth, humour and effortless talent, admitting she spent more time watching her co-star perform
Riteish Deshmukh recalled Salim Khan's advice about overcoming setbacks while consoling contestant Akanksha Chaudhary on Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa. He also dismissed favouritism claims after Yogesh Rawat argued with him during the Kharcha Paani task
House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 4 shifts focus from spectacle to strategy as new alliances form and old loyalties are tested. James Norton's commanding debut as Lord Ormund Hightower steals the spotlight, while Rhaenyra, Daeron and Aegon each face defining moments
Veteran Malayalam actor SI Rajasekharan passed away at his Kottayam residence. The cause of his death remains unknown. The actor, known for his memorable supporting roles in films and television, is being remembered for his lasting contribution to Malayalam cinema
Medha Manjrekar revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer in an emotional post, thanking husband Mahesh Manjrekar for his unwavering support. Calling him the one who rewrote the meaning of love, she expressed faith in her treatment and gratitude for everyone's prayers
Anupamaa actress Adrija Roy says today's audiences value authenticity over perfection. She believes confidence, genuine personal growth and professionalism matter more than flawless looks, while revealing Rekha's graceful screen presence continues to inspire her as an actor
Jurassic Park star Sam Neill has died at the age of 78 in Sydney, surrounded by his family. The acclaimed New Zealand actor, celebrated for films including The Piano, Jurassic Park and The Hunt for Red October, leaves behind a remarkable five-decade career. Tributes have poured in from around the world
Surbhi Jyoti introduced fans to her baby girl by sharing an adorable picture of her tiny hand and revealing her name, Seher. The actress, who welcomed her first child with husband Sumit Suri, received heartfelt wishes from fans
Legendary composer Pyarelal's wife, Sunila Sharma, passed away peacefully at 78, surrounded by family. Remembered for her grace and unwavering support, her final rites will be held in Mumbai, with tributes pouring in from the music and film fraternity
Farah Khan responded with warmth after Madhuri Grover criticised her Shreya's shadow remark on Lock Upp. Madhuri accused the hosts of mentally harassing Riyaz through repeated criticism, while Farah later replied to Ashneer Grover's post, saying, I love her. She's a legend.
Amid praise for Karna's portrayal in Akhil Akkineni's Lenin, Nag Ashwin defended Kalki 2898 AD against criticism. Citing the Mahabharata, he urged audiences to wait for Kalki 2 before drawing conclusions about his interpretation
Adam Sandler has earned praise from actress Jana Kramer for officiating Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding. Calling him kind, sentimental and intentional, Kramer said he was the perfect choice, while insiders revealed Sandler happily accepted the couple's heartfelt request
Jaan Kumar Sanu has been hospitalised after testing positive for COVID-19. The singer shared a video from his hospital bed, revealing his diagnosis with his trademark humour. Fans and colleagues have sent wishes for his speedy recovery, though he hasn't disclosed details
Rivva Kishan faced online backlash after voting against Dolly Javed on Alliance despite calling her a sister. Fans labelled her the biggest snake, while Uorfi Javed and Dolly also reacted, questioning Rivva's loyalty and strategic gameplay
Sohail Khan spoke about his equation with ex-wife Seema Sajdeh on Alliance, revealing that their kids live with him while Seema visits them several times a week. He said the show helped them reconnect, communicate and support each other after their separation
Genelia Deshmukh supported Ram Kapoor after his emotional confession on Lock Upp. Sharing her reaction, she said his story made her cry and praised him for opening up, calling the show a reality format with a difference
Khushbu Sundar strongly defended her daughters, Avantika and Anandita, after they were trolled over their appearance following Anandita's wedding. She warned online critics against targeting her family and urged women to stand up for themselves and reject disrespect
Sonakshi Sinha once again expressed her frustration with intrusive paparazzi after they followed her to her car following Akansha Ranjan and Sharan Sharma's wedding reception. The incident comes a week after she defended her parents from persistent photographers
The Michael Jackson biopic Michael has become the first-ever biopic to cross USD 1 billion at the global box office. Starring Jaafar Jackson, the film also surpassed Oppenheimer and is now the highest-grossing musical biopic ever
Samantha Ruth Prabhu celebrated Maa Inti Bangaaram crossing Rs 100 crore worldwide, making it the first woman-led Telugu film to achieve the feat. She recalled sexist remarks before release and said she hopes the film changes perceptions about female-led cinema
Vijay's Jana Nayagan will release uncut in UK cinemas with a 15 rating, despite undergoing 12 CBFC-directed cuts in India. The distributor confirmed international audiences will watch the film exactly as it was originally intended
Ahead of her Hollywood debut in Holiguards Saga The Portal of Force, Disha Patani praised director Kevin Spacey, calling him one of the world's finest actors. She said he gave actors the freedom to experiment and draw from their own experiences while performing
Singer Surabhi Dashputra says fusion is the best way to introduce classical music to young listeners. With tracks blending traditional and contemporary sounds, she believes making classical music accessible can help preserve its legacy
Madhubanti Bagchi says she refused to be typecast after the success of Aaj Ki Raat, adding that artistes must shape their own identity. She also believes Bollywood should rely on more singers instead of overburdening Arijit Singh
Amey Wagh says the biggest reason he signed Frame was the chance to share screen space with filmmaker Nagraj Manjule. The actor adds that he chooses projects based on stories and instincts, not the language or size of the industry
As 52 Blue premiered in London, Neha Dhupia said the film helped her rediscover herself as an actor. She revealed it took Egyptian director Ali El Arabi to offer her the kind of layered role Bollywood hadn't in over two decades
Years after Hindi films stopped releasing in China, Ramayana: Part 1 makers are planning a major push in the country. Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi are likely to lead a promotional tour ahead of the film's release
BTS' Jimin had fans laughing after hilariously mimicking football star Erling Haaland's signature walk during the group's Munich concert. The playful moment quickly went viral, with ARMY flooding social media with memes and praising Jimin's sense of humour
Shekhar Suman hilariously congratulated Aamir Khan on his third marriage to Gauri Spratt, joking that the actor was running a triple engine now. His witty remarks drew laughter at the event and quickly went viral across social media
Tamil actor Arya has been booked in a cheating case in Hyderabad after a camera equipment rental company alleged unpaid dues exceeding Rs 1.80 crore for Ananthan Kaadu. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation

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