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T-series boss Bhushan Kumar has broken his silence on claims of adding Akshaye Khanna to his recent film Border 2 after the success of Dhurandhar. He revealed that although Akshaye shot the part after Dhurandhar`s release, the script was created long ago
Ridhi Dogra marks her TV return with reality show The 50, calling it a personal challenge. She says shes focused on staying open-minded, calm, and competitive, aiming to push herself while prioritising the game over forming friendships
Lokesh Kanagaraj clarified that Kaithi 2 was delayed due to scheduling conflicts and not a salary hike, confirming the sequel is very much on track. He also addressed speculation around Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan collaborations
On Republic Day, Parvathy Thiruvothu turned the spotlight back to the Constitution, championing equality not as an idea, but as a right; justice not as a favour, but as a guarantee
Content creator and Kacha Badam star Anjali Arora`s boyfriend, Akash Sansanwal, was recently arrested in Meerut over fake MP sticker on his Scorpio. Akash Sansanwal is a digital content creator by profession and is also involved in politics
Sunita Ahuja alleged Govindas attraction to younger women affects their children, calling it inappropriate at his age. Govinda denied the claims, suggesting a conspiracy involving his family. The couples contrasting statements have triggered public debate about their personal life
At the 77th Republic Day Parade, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, in collaboration with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, presented a special tableau under the theme Bharat Gatha, marking a historic moment for Indian cinema on the national stage
Chiranjeevi recently surprised the director of his film, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, Anil Ravipudi, a brand new swanky car after the success of thier film. Earlier, Pawan Kalyan had also gifted a car to his They Call Him OG director Sujeeth a luxurious car
Marking Ravi Tejas birthday, Mythiri Movie Makers unveiled his next films title, Irumudi, and its striking first-look poster, which shows the actor donning a traditional look
The latest Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 promo reveals Gautam Viranis return as a lawyer opposing Tulsi in court. His re-entry adds emotional depth, nostalgia, and high-stakes drama to the evolving family conflict
Border 2 continued its stellar box office run, collecting Rs 129 crore in its opening weekend after a massive Rs 57.2 crore haul on Sunday. The Sunny Deol-led war drama outperformed Dhurandhar and Chhaava despite pre-release negativity
Jat fans in Haryana were recently seen bathing Varun Dhawan`s poster from Border 2 in milk. Janhvi Kapoor liked a post slamming the act on social media, adding that it could have been used to feed the needy instead
R Madhavan has been honoured with the Padma Shri and has expressed his gratitude for the recognition, promising to carry the honour with dignity, sincerity, and sense of commitment to the values it represents
Prince Narula recently spoke about the rumours of his alleged separation and divorce with wife Yuvika Chaudhary, saying there were fights, but that doesn`t mean they`re separating, The actor added how their video was misunderstood and taken out of context
Mahesh Narayanans thriller Patriot, reuniting Mammootty and Mohanlal after a long gap, will release in theatres on April 23, 2026. Mohanlal announced the date on Republic Day, calling it one of the most anticipated films of the year
Divya Dutta and Sharib Hashmi were seen together in Kangana Ranaut`s 2022 action entertainer, Dhaakad, and the two of them have shared close camaraderie ever since
Taking to social media, Natasha Lyonne wrote, Took my relapse public more to come, following up with more details in further tweets, stating that Recovery is a lifelong process
In a confessional interview for the documentary, Silenced, Amber Heard said, This is not about me. I have lost my ability to speak. I am not here to tell my story
Filmmaker Subhash Ghai turned 81 years old on 25th January. Marking his special day, Jackie Shroff penned a heartfelt birthday post for him, celebrating their long association
Shahid Kapoor on Sunday showcased his adorable fatherly side as he expressed his excitement over his first solo boys trip with his son Zain on Instagram
Twinkle Khanna opened up about the struggles of menopause and how she managed to navigate it through strength training and Hormone Replacement Therapy
Leonardo DiCaprio has reacted to the Oscars 2026 snub of his One Battle After Another co-star Chase Infiniti, saying he strongly feels she deserved a nomination for her powerful performance
James Gunn shared a clip on Instagram which unveils Jason Momoa as the leather jacket-wearing, motorcycle-riding bounty hunter in Supergirl Woman of Tomorrow
Sunny Deol was seen putting his rumoured rift with his half-siblings Esha and Ahana Deol aside as they posed together at a Border 2 screening. Rumours of their rift began after they hosted two separate prayer meets for Dharmendra after its death
Late actor Dharmendra has been posthumously honoured with the Padma Vibhushan, Indias second-highest civilian award. Hema Malini expressed pride and gratitude, calling it recognition of his immense contribution to cinema
As Fighter completed 2 years of release, Anil Kapoor took to Instagram and dropped a couple of pictures of himself from the aerial action movie and shared a note
Saba Pataudi wished the couple on their special day by taking to Instagram and sharing a couple of rare photos of herself with Soha and Kunal over the years
Zendaya has called her fiance, Tom Holland, her favourite co-star. The couple met each other while filming 2017`s Spider-Man: Homecoming, and will be seen in The Odyssey
Varun Dhawan shared a photo of Ahan Shetty and Sunny Deol, who were seen visiting a packed theatre and taking a selfie with the audience seated behind them
Have you heard? Produced by Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, and filmmaker AR Murugadoss, the yet-to-be-titled big-budget film will star Sunny alongside Jyotika Sadannah
Voctronica, an a cappella group, on the joy of performing a medley of Amitabh Bachchans songs on Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 finale. The appearance on KBC 17 comes as a milestone for Voctronica that began its journey in 2013
As Javed Akhtar terms the recreation of old songs creative bankruptcy, Border 2 composer Mithoon says tracks like Sandese Aate Hain will always be part of the franchises soul. He adds there could be a Border 3, 4 or more [instalments], these songs will always be a part of its ethos
After Happy Patel, International Emmy winner Vir Das opens up on directing his next, which he had written after his Two Indias controversy. The new director is planning to take his second film on floors later this year.
Even as Homebound is out of the Oscars race, actor Shalini Vatsa says the human drama will stand the test of time globally. Shalini Vatsas first film, Peepli Live (2010) was Indias official entry to the 2011 Academy Awards
Sources say filmmaker Aditya Dhar is currently shooting with Arjun Rampal to depict his characters personal arc in Dhurandhar 2. The focus is on Arjun Rampals character Major Iqbal, who is shown as the mastermind behind major terror attacks in India.
Late actors Dharmendra and Satish Shah will be posthumously honoured with the Padma Vibhushan and Padma Shri, respectively. Dharmendras contribution to Indian cinema has been widely celebrated, while Satish Shah is remembered for his memorable roles in film and television
Hrithik Roshan addressed concerns after being spotted on crutches, sharing a witty note about his left knee suddenly switching off. He also narrated a hilarious on-set moment where he kept saying lunch instead of dinner, leaving everyone amused
Anshula Kapoor treated fans to glimpses of her luxurious Palace on Wheels journey, describing it as a fairytale experience complete with impeccable hospitality, gourmet food, an onboard hair salon, and a regal dinner at Jaipurs City Palace
Olivia Wilde and Cooper Hoffman set Sundance abuzz at the premiere of Gregg Arakis I Want Your Sex, with Wilde opening up about their instant chemistry, pushing creative boundaries, and embracing bold, uncompromising storytelling
Bollywood actress Bhagyashree calls her daughter Avantika Dassani as her breath and her sunshine in a beautiful birthday note that she penned on her social media account
As her younger sister Riyaa Senn turned 45 on Saturday, her elder sister and actress Raima penned a birthday note for her life long partner in crime. Raima took to Instagram, where she shared a picture of her along with Riyaa
Pandian Cinemas in Karaikudi slammed Ajith Kumar fans after chaos erupted during the Mankatha re-release. Fans misbehaved, burst crackers, damaged the theatre screen, and allegedly assaulted a Thalapathy Vijay supporter
Thalapathy Vijay unveiled his party logo amid the Karur stampede and Jana Nayagan row, asserting he wont bow down to pressure. Addressing TVK cadres in Mamallapuram, he called the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections a high-stakes democratic battle
Natalie Portman criticised the Oscars for snubbing women-directed films, saying many of the best movies she saw this year were made by women but failed to receive due recognition
Rani Mukerji shared that Aditya Chopra stopped giving her surprises as she cant hide her reactions. Calling him a 15/10 romantic on The Kapil Sharma Show, the actress said marrying a good human being matters more than grand gestures
During his first-ever India performance at Lollapalooza, Yungblud got emotional, moved by the overwhelming love from fans singing along. He invited a young fan on stage, paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, and promised to return
Sunny Deols Border 2 is dominating the box office, earning Rs 72.69 cr in just two days. With strong word-of-mouth and the Republic Day weekend ahead, the war drama is expected to cross Rs 100 cr and register the biggest opening weekend of 2026
Popular Odia music composer and singer Abhijit Majumdar died at 54 while undergoing treatment at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. Hospitalised for months, he suffered septic shock and cardiac arrest
The clip showed Riddhima walking towards the mandap in the company of her brother, Ranbir. Commemorating her special day when she stepped into a new life 20 years ago with the blessings of her parents
Days after announcing their separation, Mahhi Vij gifted daughter Tara a Rs 50 lakh Mini Cooper, calling it a cherished memory. Jay Bhanushali publicly congratulated them, earning praise for respectful co parenting and showing family bonds remain strong despite personal changes

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