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Dipika Chikhlia defended Ranbir Kapoor's casting as Lord Ram in Ramayana, saying an actor's versatility should matter over past roles. Citing his performances in Barfi! and Animal, she expressed confidence in his portrayal and also praised Sai Pallavi as Sita

Sonam Kapoor celebrated husband Anand Ahuja's birthday with an Instagram post, sharing unseen moments from their journey together, from dating and marriage to becoming parents. Calling him her safest place and favourite human

Zendaya shared a heartfelt tribute to Tom Holland at the UK premiere of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, calling him her best friend and saying it has been a privilege to grow alongside him through the Spider-Man films. Holland also opened up about how Zendaya brings him a sense of calm

Batman: Caped Crusader Season 2 expands its unique vision of Gotham with fresh twists on iconic villains, compelling detective mysteries and deeper character relationships. Blending noir storytelling with emotional depth, the new season confidently builds on its predecessor

Producer Shailendra Singh recalled Salman Khan undergoing PRP scalp therapy while calmly eating biryani. Calling it the price to pay to be a star, he praised the actor's composure, dedication and willingness to endure painful treatments to maintain his appearance

Munmun also pointed out that female actors often do not receive the recognition they deserve despite playing an equally important role in the show's success.

Amid protests over the Cauvery water dispute, Kannada activists tore down posters of Vijay's Jana Nayagan outside a Bengaluru theatre and demanded that its screenings be stopped. The film had earlier faced issues over its A certification in Chennai

Tom Holland's Spider-Man: Brand New Day collected Rs 60.60 crore net on its opening day in India, setting a new record as the biggest Hollywood opener in the country. It surpassed Avengers: Endgame's long-standing Day 1 record

Kartik Aaryan has donated Rs 1 crore to the Assam Chief Minister's Relief Fund to support flood relief efforts. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma thanked the actor for his generous contribution as Assam continues to battle heavy rainfall and widespread flooding

Sonali Bendre has come on board as presenter for the Marathi film Sohla, describing it as the beginning of a new phase in her career. She said the film's themes of hope, resilience and quiet strength made it the perfect project to start this journey

Actor and entrepreneur Lin Laishram is introducing Mumbai to authentic Manipuri cuisine through her cloud kitchen, Akhoi. Along with traditional dishes, she hosts pop-ups that celebrate the food, history and culture of her home state

Pankaj Tripathi is urging youngsters to step away from screens and experience live theatre. Returning to the stage after 12 years with Lailaaj, he has kept tickets affordable to attract first-time audiences and build a new generation of theatre lovers

Armaan Jain has turned his love for cooking into The Junglee Kitchen, a delivery venture serving the Kapoor family's favourite recipes. Inspired by lockdown experiments, the menu features dishes loved by Raj Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan

Shweta Tripathi has launched a unique book-sharing initiative across Mumbai, leaving books with handwritten notes in Ubers, cafs and airports. Inspired by Emma Watson, she hopes strangers will read them and pass them on, keeping the stories travelling

Elton John has marked 36 years of sobriety by sharing a heartfelt message on social media. The music legend raised a non-alcoholic toast to life, expressed gratitude for every day, and inspired fans with his journey of resilience and recovery

George Clooney, wife Amal and their twins have evacuated their home in southeastern France as wildfires continue to spread. In an emotional message, the actor said they do not know if their home will survive and vowed to help rebuild the community

Renuka Shahane says she chose Aga Aai Aaho Aai because it breaks the usual mother-in-law versus daughter-in-law stereotype. The series celebrates friendship between women, while the actor also shared that she believes parents should let go as children grow up

As Assam battles one of its worst floods in decades, singer Papon has urged the government to focus on long-term solutions. While relief efforts remain crucial, he said stronger infrastructure is needed to end the cycle of annual devastation

Sonu Nigam has revealed he deleted Instagram and Facebook from his phone over a year ago because social media was consuming too much of his time. The singer said he now focuses on his health, music practice and spirituality instead of public opinion

Ahmed Khan has confirmed that his next film will reunite him with Akshay Kumar after the success of Welcome to the Jungle. The duo is considering four ideas across action, comedy and romance, with an announcement expected once the script and dates are finalised

Lock Upp saw an explosive fight between Akanksha Choudhary and Suzanne after remarks about the late Yogesh Rawat. Akanksha claimed, He was suicidal, urging contestants to avoid insensitive comments about mental health and personal struggles

Spider-Man star Jacob Batalon has married longtime partner and interior designer Veronica Leahov in a private ceremony. The actor confirmed the news after casually referring to her as his wife during a recent interview

Yami Gautam revealed she was ready to quit Bollywood before Uri: The Surgical Strike revived her career. The actor said she had accepted leaving the industry and credited the film for giving her confidence and a fresh perspective

The trailer of DC marks Lokesh Kanagaraj's acting debut alongside Wamiqa Gabbi. Blending romance, action and intense emotions, the film teases a gripping love story set amid violence, with stylish visuals and high-stakes drama driving anticipation ahead of its release

Aly Goni has reportedly become Alliance's first finalist after winning the crucial Ace task. While the makers are yet to confirm the development, the victory reportedly secures his place in the grand finale and boosts his title chances

Actor Kirti Kulhari was allegedly duped of Rs 2.4 lakh in a cyber fraud after scammers posed as bank representatives. She has registered a complaint with the Mumbai Police, who have launched an investigation into the online scam

Dulquer Salmaan's I'm Game trailer introduces him as Dan John, a gambler who trusts algorithms over luck. Directed by Nahas Hidhayath, the action thriller blends gambling, suspense and high-stakes drama ahead of its multilingual Onam release on August 20.

The Ramayana trailer, which released on July 30, has sparked many discussions on social media, including speculations about who plays the role of Lord Vishnu in Nitesh Tiwar's magnum opus

Jasmin Bhasin says Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 is the toughest season she's experienced, revealing every contestant suffered injuries. She admits it may take a year to recover and calls her stunt with Orry the most entertaining

The only star of this film is the one who can sit through it

Bhumi Pednekkar recently shared pictures of her visiting her temple as she began the month of Sawan. While many praised her spirituality, several others slammed the actress for wearing sunglasses while performing rituals

Mamta Kulkarni reacted to Mahira Sharma's Ranaji 2.0, praising her performance but saying the original Mujhko Ranaji Maaf Karna remains unforgettable. She also recalled filming Karan Arjun and revealed she's open to acting again if offered the right script

Vikas Gupta reflected on his Lock Upp journey, saying he never intended to pull anyone down. Addressing his clash with Shilpa Shinde, he defended speaking against personal remarks while praising her as a strong contestant capable of reaching the show's finale

Karishma Tanna revealed she initially delayed motherhood because wars and global uncertainty made her question bringing a child into the world. Now expecting her first baby with Varun Bangera, she says she feels emotionally ready and is embracing the journey

Sambhavna Seth has revealed that she and her family spent the entire night at the police station following an incident involving their house help. The actor confirmed an FIR has been lodged and said she will reveal the full details once she has had time to process the ordeal

The much-awaited trailer of Ramayana is finally out and the internet has been buzzing with conversations about its characters and actors. Amid these, Lara Dutta's portrayal as Queen Kaikeyi and her costume is being widely discussed

As the Ramayana trailer continues to impress the audience, the latest glimpse has introduced many characters that have left the fans wondering. One such appearance was that of Vivek Oberoi as Vidyutjihva

Filmmaker Anees Bazmee has showered praise on Bollywood star Anil Kapoor.Anees emphasised on how the veteran actor continues to approach every film with the enthusiasm of a newcomer despite spending nearly four decades in the industry

Producer Asit Kumarr Modi has reacted to criticism from a section of viewers who feel that the current episodes of the long-running sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah are not as entertaining as they once were during the initial days of the show

Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt celebrated his birthday on Wednesday, receiving an outpouring of wishes and greetings. In a heartwarming gesture, Sanjay Dutt's wife, Maanayata, also penned a sweet note and wished for the actor's good health, happiness, and success

A possible Spider-Man: Brand New Day spoiler has surfaced after a comment at the film's premiere fuelled speculation that Sadie Sink is playing Jean Grey. While Marvel has kept her role under wraps, the remark has reignited fan theories ahead of the film's release

As Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah celebrated 18 years, producer Asit Kumarr Modi revealed that Amit Bhatt, who plays Champaklal Gada, shaved his head regularly for two years to maintain the character's appearance. Modi praised the actor's dedication, calling it a heartfelt sacrifice for the show

Hilaria Baldwin has opened up about the realities of raising seven children with Alec Baldwin, admitting she sometimes miscounts them and mixes up their names. The author also revealed that she and Alec have very different parenting styles

The Russo brothers have revealed the moment they knew Robert Downey Jr. was perfect to play Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday. Anthony and Joe Russo said hearing the actor perform the villain's voice for the first time gave them chills

Veteran actor Sudesh Berry has sparked debate after saying that he wants to wash PM Modi's feet and drink the water, and crediting him with bringing the country closer to Ram Rajya. During a podcast, the Border 2 actor also claimed he rejected an invitation to join CJP

While Ranbir Kapoor and Yash dominate the Ramayana: Part 1 trailer, fans are asking one question: Where is Hanuman? Here's why Sunny Deol's first look is missing and how the film's two-part narrative may hold the answer

Namit Malhotra's Ramayana: Part 1 trailer has sparked buzz online. Netizens praised Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and hailed Yash's Ravana as the standout, while some also pointed out a few CGI-heavy shots that lacked refinement

Spider-Man: Brand New Day moves away from multiverse spectacle to deliver Tom Holland's most emotional outing as Peter Parker. As a mysterious darkness begins consuming him, he explores identity, sacrifice and redemption while balancing heartfelt moments, thrilling action and exciting Marvel cameos

Bhai Tera Star Hai Review: Raghav Juyal's first solo lead has a promising comic setup but suffers due to a convoluted screenplay, forced humour and weak execution. Despite energetic performances, the film turns into an exhausting watch

TMKOC actor Dilip Joshi revealed that producer Asit Kumarr Modi initially offered him the roles of Champaklal and Jethalal. He shared why he turned down Champaklal and eventually became the much-loved Jethalal, a character that defined his career