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Kangana Ranaut has hit back at trolls who used clips from her movies amid the ongoing controversy surrounding her comments about the Genz Z after the student protest. She asked trolls not to mislead youth as it is not the same thing
Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga was among the many admirers to react to the highly-awaited trailer of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana. Sharing his thoughts on Instagram, he praised the film and called it the beginning of a new era
Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali's latest release 'Main Vaapas Aaunga' has completed 50 days in theatres, bringing a celebratory moment for the entire team. In a nod to the milestone, Imtiaz Ali penned a long note of gratitude toward the audience's response
Sidharth Malhotra's latest Instagram post captured his love and affection for his wife, Kiara Advani, who turned a year older on Friday. He dropped a cute picture of Kiara gorging on chocolate ice cream
Rashmika Mandanna, who is currently busy juggling between two projects, Mysaa and Ranabali, has reportedly suffered a serious hip injury. Following the injury, teh actress has been advised six weeks of complete bed rest
Salman Khan once again dropped in an interesting post on Friday night, this time for his longtime friend and 'bada bhai' Sanjay Dutt. He shared a couple of pics where the two are seen hugging each other, and penned an emotional note
Have you Heard? Kiara Advani has described her role as Nadia in Yash-starrer Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups as the most creatively fulfilling of her career. Rupali Ganguly says she never saw herself as a star before Anupamaa
Siddharth says he approached Operation Safed Sagar as a human interest drama that examines how the Indian Air Forces mission affected the officers and their families
Actor Zoe Saldana will be honoured with the Special Pardo (Special Leopard) award at the 79th Locarno Film Festival
Rapper Kanye West and reality TV star Kim Kardashians eldest daughter North Wests maiden headlining tour since releasing her debut EP titled NOrth4evr has been cancelled. She was set to be on tour with rapper Molly Santana for the Kimokawaii Tour, which would have kicked off on August 5 in Dallas
Sheetal Menon, who has been busy with writing and direction, recalls being unsure of facing the camera again when director Lijo Jose Pellissery offered her Dilkashi
Sources say Saiyaara star Ahaan Panday, who plays a gangster in his next with Alli Abbas Zafar, has wrapped an extensive two-month UK schedule with multiple song shoots
Heres a superhero so humanised, you wonder if this is even about indestructible superpowers or saving the world anymore
Ravi Kishan is once again facing trolling on the internet for saying he is hesitant to order food and give his clothes for laundry in 7-star hotels due to the poverty he has seen in his early days
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is winning over the audience and the box office. However, the Hindi dub of the film has caught the attention of fans for mentioning the popular Hindi sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, creating a unique crossover
As the anticipation around Shah Rukh Khan's King continues to grow, reports recently suggested that Raghav Juyal was to play an antagonist in the film. However, the actor has now quashed the rumours, confirming he is not playing the villain
Tom Holland's Spider-Man: Brand New Day collected Rs 73 crore gross 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
Aryan Khan has once again sparked dating rumours, this time with a Danish singer named Vinnie Takair. The two were recently spotted leaving a casino in London together, which has left the internet speculating
At The Traitors Season 2 launch, Parul Gulati called herself the biggest threat before naming Rida Tharana as another strong competitor. Saying, Trust is rare, dhoka is everywhere, her remarks sparked speculation about Rida's past fallout with Apoorva Mukhija
Akanksha Chamola slammed Shreya Kalra on Lock Upp after the latter claimed she and husband Gaurav Khanna were heading for divorce. Calling the remark insensitive, Akanksha accused Shreya of spreading baseless rumours and dragging her personal life into the game
Singer-songwriter Aditya Rikhari celebrated his birthday with the release of his latest track Boohe Baarian, a romantic song that holds a special place in his heart. The artist shared that the song reflects the warmth of love, emotional connections, and the beauty of finding someone
Actor and CINTAA President Poonam Dhillon has appealed to producers to ensure fair treatment and timely payments for actors, especially those doing smaller roles
Actress Sadia Khateeb has opened up about her deep connection with her homeland, Kashmir. The actress expressed that no matter where her professional journey takes her, Kashmir will always remain her perfect escape
Sambhavna Seth alleged that her house help's sister was confined and threatened by her employer. The actress claimed she intervened after learning about the situation, helped reunite the woman with her family, and urged people to support victims of exploitation
A viral video claiming Sunil Pal, Mukesh Khanna and Kapil Sharma appeared on Samay Raina's India's Got Latent 2 has sparked buzz online. However, many netizens believe the clip is AI-generated, citing visual glitches and lack of official confirmation
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

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