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Maa Hai Naa: Manisha Rani`s reported per-episode fee sparks buzz

Manisha Rani is set to appear in the reality show Maa Hai Naa alongside her father. Reports suggest she is earning Rs 56 lakh per episode, making her one of the highest-paid contestants. Fans are excited to see their father-daughter bond on screen.

8 Jun 2026 3:05 pm
Toy Story 5 director Andrew Stanton reveals why Jessie is now main character

Disney and Pixar are giving Jessie the spotlight in Toy Story 5. Director Andrew Stanton says the beloved cowgirl will lead the story as Woody, Buzz and the gang face a new challenge from technology

8 Jun 2026 2:32 pm
BMC officer suspended in Rs 16 crore investment scam involving Jaaved`s wife

Habiba Jaaferi, wife of actor Jaaved Jaaferi, was allegedly duped of Rs 16.4 crore in an investment scam linked to a Mumbai redevelopment project. A BMC assistant commissioner has been suspended and is currently absconding as the Crime Branch investigates the case

8 Jun 2026 2:28 pm
My dad asked no questions: Mahhi Vij reflects on divorce struggles and support

Mahhi Vij got emotional while recalling her divorce phase, revealing how her father supported her without judgment and stood by every decision she made. She also shared that Jay Bhanushali remains her best friend, and the two continue to maintain a warm family bond

8 Jun 2026 2:06 pm
Yash-starrer Toxic celebrates Geetu Mohandas` birthday with special BTS video

The team behind Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups marked Geetu Mohandas` birthday with a special behind-the-scenes video from the film`s set. The footage showcases the director overseeing shoots, coordinating large-scale sequences and guiding the cast and crew

8 Jun 2026 1:46 pm
Suriya and Trisha-starrer Karuppu locks OTT release, to stream from June 12

Emerging as the years biggest Tamil blockbuster at the box office to date, Karuppu is a high-octane action drama that follows guardian deity Vettai Karuppu who appears in human form as a lawyer to fight corruption in a court system exploiting ordinary people

8 Jun 2026 1:16 pm
RM celebrates BTS anniversary with heartfelt Normal Log special

RMs latest Normal Log, released as part of BTS Festa 2026, featured a heartfelt anniversary tribute celebrating BTS journey and bond with ARMY. The emotional video sparked widespread reactions online, with fans praising RMs sincerity and reflective storytelling

8 Jun 2026 1:11 pm
Jagapathi Babu defends Janhvi Kapoor amid Peddi backlash: Dont bother her`

Jagapathi Babu has come out in support of Janhvi Kapoor amid the backlash over her portrayal in Peddi. The actor urged people not to troll her, saying she simply followed the directors vision and should not be personally targeted

8 Jun 2026 1:03 pm
Taylor and Tay Lautner scream and cry in emotional gender reveal video

Taylor Lautner and his wife Tay Lautner have revealed the gender of their first child in a heartfelt social media video. The emotional gender reveal showed tears, hugs and excitement

8 Jun 2026 12:55 pm
Why BTS Jimins family cafe is back in the spotlight over a trademark dispute

Jimins family cafe in Busan is again embroiled in a trademark dispute after a separate business began operating under the name Magnate. The cafe, now called ZMILLENNIL, issued a notice clarifying it has no connection to the new establishment

8 Jun 2026 12:47 pm
Quantico: Celebrity stylist recalls Priyanka Chopra `disrespecting` his outfits

Celebrity stylist Cary Tauben recalled Priyanka Chopras dedication during Quantico, saying she was rough on clothes and often damaged expensive wardrobe pieces while filming action scenes. He revealed she would even kick doors wearing shoes worth nearly Rs 95,000 to keep performances authentic

8 Jun 2026 12:43 pm
Esha Deol on Dharmendras Padma honour: He deserved this much earlier

Esha Deol opened up about missing her late father Dharmendra and recalled the emotional moment when Hema Malini accepted his posthumous Padma honour. She said the actors love and respect from people were his greatest achievements

8 Jun 2026 12:24 pm
Jisshu Sengupta on Bengali cinema: `We finish a film in 15-20 days`

Actor Jisshu Sengupta reveals why he signed Brown without reading the script, praises Karisma Kapoor`s finest performance, and explains why Kolkata is central to the series. He also reflects on choosing roles over screen time and the challenges and artistic strengths of Bengali cinema

8 Jun 2026 12:19 pm
Varun Dhawan admits rejecting Andhadhun, calls it a missed opportunity

Varun Dhawan revealed he was originally offered the lead role in Andhadhun but declined it due to prior commitments. The acclaimed thriller later starred Ayushmann Khurrana and became a major success, while Kangana Ranaut was reportedly considered for a key role

8 Jun 2026 11:47 am
Amitabh Bachchan writes about adaptation of technology over generations

Amitabh Bachchan shared a note on witnessing the evolution of technology across generations. Reflecting on a time when telephones, refrigerators and air-conditioners were rare luxuries, the veteran actor spoke about embracing change and staying curious

8 Jun 2026 11:44 am
Salim Kumar death: Prithviraj Sukumaran`s wife Supriya slams paps

Supriya Menon criticised paparazzi for crowding Salim Kumars funeral and called their conduct vulgar. Her reaction came after the late actors son, Chandu, was seen asking media personnel to give the family space to grieve

8 Jun 2026 11:33 am
Abhinav Shukla`s take on why art of repairing is slowly dying

Abhinav Shukla sparked conversation with a thoughtful social media post on the fading culture of repairing things and relationships instead of replacing them. The actor also reflected on his journey as a father to twin daughters Edhaa and Jeeva

8 Jun 2026 11:24 am
Lara Dutta`s fun birthday wish for Mahesh Bhupathi is giving major couple goals

Lara Dutta marked Mahesh Bhupathi`s birthday with a heartfelt Instagram post featuring unseen photos and a playful message. The couple, who married in 2011 and share daughter Saira, continue to be one of Bollywood`s most-loved pairs. Lara`s sweet tribute offered fans a glimpse into their relationship and family life

8 Jun 2026 11:17 am
Upasana Singh backs Shilpa Shinde amid false sexual harassment case controversy

Upasana Singh defended Shilpa Shinde amid criticism over her admission of filing a false harassment complaint. Calling Shilpa a wonderful person, Upasana said everyone makes mistakes and urged people not to judge her entire character based on one past action

8 Jun 2026 11:11 am
Ekta Kapoor gets birthday wishes from Ankita Lokhande and Krystle Dsouza

On Ekta Kapoor`s birthday, Ankita Lokhande and Krystle Dsouza shared emotional tributes on social media. Ankita credited Ekta for changing her life through Pavitra Rishta, while Krystle thanked her for believing in her and helping shape her journey in television. Fans and industry colleagues also showered Ekta with love and wishes

8 Jun 2026 11:08 am
Tusshar Kapoor calls sister Ekta Kapoor best bua as she turns a year older

Tusshar Kapoor celebrated Ekta Kapoors birthday with a heartfelt social media post featuring rare family moments. Calling her the best bua to his son Laksshya, he shared lyrics from the classic song Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai. Ekta made headlines for her emotional birthday wish to nephew Laksshya

8 Jun 2026 10:53 am
Exclusive! Mahir Pandhi reveals why Karan Johars Takht was shelved

In an exclusive chat with mid-day, Mahir Pandhi spoke about exploitation in television, regressive portrayals of women, being typecast early in his career, and the heartbreak of seeing Karan Johars ambitious Takht get shelved

8 Jun 2026 10:51 am
Patrick Godfrey actor of Les Miserables fame, dies at 93

Veteran British actor Patrick Godfrey, best known for his roles in Ever After and Les Misrables, has died at the age of 93. His agency confirmed that he passed away peacefully at home on June 4, surrounded by family. Leaving behind a lasting legacy

8 Jun 2026 10:44 am
Munjya: Abhay Verma expresses gratitude to fans as film completes 2 years

Abhay Verma marked two years of Munjya by sharing BTS moments and heartfelt fan interactions on social media. Thanking audiences for their love, the actor said the film changed his life forever. Co-star Sharvari and fans joined the celebrations, with many expressing hopes for a sequel to the hit horror-comedy

8 Jun 2026 10:43 am
Peddi: Ram Charan reunites young fan with her father amid theatre frenzy

Ram Charans thoughtful gesture during a Peddi theatre visit has gone viral. Amid a rush of fans celebrating the film, the actor noticed a young girl in the crowd and ensured she was safely reunited with her father

8 Jun 2026 10:34 am
Neha Harsora reveals gruelling reality of being part of daily soaps

Udne Ki Aasha actress Neha Harsora opened up about the challenges of working in daily soaps, calling the schedules demanding and emotionally intense. She said the fast-paced format pushes actors to stay focused and adaptable, while the love and support from viewers make the hard work worthwhile and rewarding

8 Jun 2026 10:29 am
Ajay Devgn shares rare throwback pic and sweet birthday wish for sister Neelam

Ajay Devgn celebrated sister Neelam Devgans birthday with a sweet throwback photo and a heartfelt message on Instagram. Sharing a candid family moment, the actor wrote that some bonds never change. Neelam reposted the wish, while son Aaman Devgan also shared a childhood picture

8 Jun 2026 10:21 am
Dipika Kakar begins Immunotherapy; no surgery planned, says Shoaib Ibrahim

Shoaib Ibrahim shared that Dipika Kakar has started immunotherapy as part of her cancer treatment. He dismissed rumours of another surgery, saying doctors currently recommend treatment and monitoring. The couple remains hopeful as Dipika continues her recovery journey with family support

8 Jun 2026 10:05 am
Lewis Hamilton and Kim Kardashian share flirty moment at F1 Monaco podium

Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton added fuel to romance rumours at the Monaco Grand Prix as the Ferrari driver appeared to blow a kiss toward the reality star after finishing second. Kim was seen filming Hamilton from the crowd, while fans quickly noticed the sweet exchange

8 Jun 2026 10:02 am
Welcome To The Jungle: Akshay Kumar reportedly charges Rs 1.8 crore

Akshay Kumar has reportedly taken a fee of Rs 1.8 crore for Welcome To The Jungle. Trade reports suggest he will receive 72 per cent of the films IPR revenues post-release. The comedy marks the third installment of the popular Welcome franchise

8 Jun 2026 9:53 am
Resident Evil: Code Veronica remake officially gets released in 2027

Resident Evil: Veronica, an official remake of the 2000 classic Resident Evil: Code Veronica, is set to launch in 2027. Announced by Capcom, the game follows Claire and Chris Redfield as they battle a viral outbreak across a prison island and an Antarctic research facility, reimagined for modern players

8 Jun 2026 9:53 am
Jennifer Winget set to tie the knot with businessman Ishmael William: Report

Jennifer Winget is reportedly preparing to marry Singapore-based businessman Ishmael William after accepting his proposal during a vacation. Wedding planning is said to be underway, with a Christian ceremony being considered and possible dates being explored later this year

8 Jun 2026 9:24 am
Vikram Bhatt reveals struggling financially while dating Sushmita Sen

Vikram Bhatt opened up about dating Sushmita Sen while struggling financially. Despite directing major stars, he said he had no money. Reflecting on past relationships, the filmmaker said they gave him valuable lessons

8 Jun 2026 9:17 am
Have you heard? Madhuri Dixit and Anil Kapoor reunite; Kalki 2 shoot begins

Madhuri Dixit and Anil Kapoors reunion at a Maa Behen screening sparked nostalgia and fan calls for another film together. Meanwhile, director Nag Ashwin confirmed Kalki 2 will resume shooting next month, with a December 2027 release reportedly planned

8 Jun 2026 8:22 am
Go by nuances, not numbers

Singer and songwriter Axe Shay says his latest single, My Location, explores how musicians feel creatively and psychologically restricted by algorithms

8 Jun 2026 8:15 am
Chad Lawson: Music doesnt solve your problem, but it stays with you

Composer Chad Lawson reflects on the growing need for healing music today as he releases his latest album Awakening: The Stillness Within

8 Jun 2026 8:09 am
When City of Joy turns into a city of mystery

Jisshu Sengupta says he agreed to Brown within minutes after director Abhinay Deo promised him a role unlike any he had played before. The actor also praised the series unique portrayal of Kolkata and defended the challenges of mainstream cinema

8 Jun 2026 8:06 am
Rakesh Roshan: Nonsense that Hrithik has asked for Rs 500cr budget

Rakesh Roshan dismisses rumours of Krrish 4 being shelved due to financial disagreements between Hrithik Roshan and producer Aditya Chopra; says the superstars busy date diary is delaying the film

8 Jun 2026 7:54 am
Reels not the shortcut to roles

Contrary to belief that influencers land films easily, Dharna Durga insists she bagged Maa Behen after auditions

8 Jun 2026 7:43 am
Salim Kumar death: Son and actor Chandu loses cool at paps during funeral- watch

Following the death of National Award-winning actor Salim Kumar, his eldest son, Chandu, was seen losing his cool at the paparazzi during the funeral of his father for not respecting the family`s privacy

7 Jun 2026 10:13 pm
Kangana Ranaut thinks nurse uniforms are `Bristish`, need to be Indianised

Kangana Ranaut, who plays a nurse in her upcoming film, Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata, opened up about how the profession is often sexualised. The actress and politician also said that she feels that the uniforms of nurses seem to have a British influence

7 Jun 2026 8:47 pm
Governor: Director confirms Manoj Bajpayee-starrer is not about politicians

Governor director Chinmay Mandlekar confirmed that the Manoj Bajpayee-starrer is not about politicians. The film is set against the backdrop of the turbulent financial crisis of the 1990s, blending political tension, power struggles, and institutional drama

7 Jun 2026 7:49 pm
Rakhee Gulzar backs Aamir Khan`s third marriage with Gauri Spratt at 61

Veteran actress Rakhee Gulzar has defended Aamir Khan amid criticism over his reported wedding to Gauri Spratt. Praising his cordial relationships with ex-wives, Rakhee said happiness in marriage is not defined by age and cited her own marriage to Gulzar as an example

7 Jun 2026 5:35 pm
Taapsee Pannu on women facing ageism in Bollywood

Taapsee Pannu has opened up about ageism in the film industry, saying women often face fewer opportunities after turning 30 while male actors continue to land leading roles. She also recalled similar experiences in the South film industry, where working with older stars affected how younger actors viewed her casting prospects

7 Jun 2026 5:35 pm
Why Dua Lipa and Callum Turner`s Sicily wedding sparked protests from locals

Dua Lipa and Callum Turners lavish Sicily wedding reportedly sparked backlash from Palermo residents over road closures, restricted access and heightened security measures. Protesters accused authorities of prioritising a celebrity event over public spaces, while reports claimed the couple offered compensation to affected locals

7 Jun 2026 5:29 pm
Imtiaz Ali says he was kidnapped during his college days, reveals how he escaped

Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali recently recalled how he was kidnapped from his hostel during his college days by a local gang in Delhi. The Main Vaapas Aaunga director further shared how he escaped from them

7 Jun 2026 3:56 pm
Peddi: Nithya Menen reacts to Janhvi Kapoor`s objectification row

Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding Janhvi Kapoor`s role in Peddi, actress Nithya Menen has reacted to the objectification of women in cinema. The actress said that actors can always put thier foot down

7 Jun 2026 3:13 pm
Elton John steals the show at Dua Lipa and Callum Turner`s second wedding

Singer Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner celebrated their wedding with a lavish three-day event in Sicily after a London ceremony. Highlights included a performance by Elton John, DJ sets from Carl Cox, David Guetta and Peggy Gou, a fireworks display, and a custom gown by Donatella Versace

7 Jun 2026 2:12 pm
Peddi: Janhvi`s makeup artist confirms she objected to controversial shots

The controversy around Peddi has intensified after Janhvi Kapoors makeup artist, Savleen Kaur Manchanda, claimed the actress had objected to certain controversial shots during post-production. The statement follows alleged chat screenshots suggesting Janhvi raised concerns

7 Jun 2026 1:37 pm
Madonna urges fans to live in moment and stop filming her concerts on phones

Madonna celebrated the upcoming release of Confessions II in New York, describing the project as a tribute to human connection. At the Tribeca premiere of its visualizer, the pop icon encouraged people to put down their phones and engage with one another. The album`s visual companion debuts ahead of its July release

7 Jun 2026 12:12 pm