Mid Day News

Imran Khan opens up about his role in Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola, saying he was cast for budget reasons rather than talent. He calls Vishal Bhardwajs casting decision dishonest, revealing Ajay Devgn was the original choice for the film

As Salman Khan celebrates his 60th birthday with family and friends, security has been beefed up around his residence. Bandstand has been shut to the public, and fans are barred from gathering near his residence

Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt and his wife Shwetambari Bhatt were denied bail again in the Rs 30-crore fraud case, as an Udaipur court cited the seriousness of the allegations and the need for further investigation

Actor Mario Rodriguez has filed a lawsuit alleging Tyler Perry subjected him to repeated unwanted sexual advances over several years, and is seeking 77 million USD in damages

Anil Kapoor and Bhagyashree reflected on their long-standing friendship with Salman Khan since the 80s, wishing him health and happiness and hoping their bond never breaks

In the Pushpa 2 stampede case, Allu Arjun and his security team are among 23 accused following the Hyderabad premiere tragedy, with the theatre management named as the prime accused in the charge sheet

The music, background score, and vocals of Mysaa are bold, heart-pounding, and electrifying, leaving listeners with goosebumps and setting the tone for the films intense and thrilling narrative

Malavika Mohanan`s character reveal increases curiosity around the horror fantasy The RajaSaab. It introduces her as Bhairavi, a mysterious, stylish, and powerful presence

Chatha Pacha continues to build momentum with an unconventional character poster introducing Vishak Nairs Cherian, a figure so unapologetically self-obsessed that even the grammar of the poster bends to his personality

Veer Pahariya and girlfriend Tara Sutaria attended AP Dhillons Mumbai concert, where Tara joined the singer on stage, hugging, dancing, and sharing playful moments. A viral video showed Veer watching from the crowd, with netizens speculating he looked uncomfortable

Amitabh Bachchan noted a shift in the way writers and thinkers approach expression. The `i` that has acted as a deterrent for most writers .. has for long been replaced with the `whys`

Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha celebrated their first Christmas with their baby boy Neer, and shared glimpses which showed a decorated tree and a lavish spread on the table

The Bombay High Court has ordered the removal of AI-morphed images and videos of Shilpa Shetty, calling them extremely disturbing and shocking. The court upheld her personality and privacy rights, directed websites to take down the content, and barred unauthorised use of her name or image

Sumbul Touqeer stated that the year taught her to be patient, which she hopes to carry with her, and taught her strength and gratitude as she made her Bollywood debut

Television personality Jordyn Woods shared a series of pictures on Instagram as she announced her engagement to basketball player Karl-Anthony Towns after 5 years of togetherness

Shweta Tripathi has begun shooting an untitled thriller in Bhopal just days after wrapping Mirzapur: The Film. Skipping a New Year break, she will film till mid-January, calling the intense, debut-director project a fulfilling new phase

Chitrangda Singh reveals she was initially considered for a song in Raat Akeli Hai (2020), which didnt materialise after the film moved to OTT. She now stars in the sequel, Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, playing a grief-stricken mother

As Salman Khan turns 60, fan clubs across India, Dubai, and Oman marked his birthday with over 600 charity initiatives, distributing food, books, blankets, and essentials to students, labourers, and the underprivileged

The Kota Consumer Court has ordered a forensic examination of actor Salman Khan`s signatures in the pan masala advertisement case filed by advocate Indramohan Singh Honey. The court also directed the actor to appear with the relevant documents and the notary concerned

Ahead of Salman Khan`s 60th birthday celebrations on December 27th, the security at his iconic Mumbai residence, Galaxy Apartments, in Bandra. The actor is all set to ring in his birthday at his Panvel farmhouse

Agastya Nanda opened up about his character of Arun Khetarpal in his upcoming war drama Ikkis. He revealed how music played an important role in helping him understand his character and its emotional depth

Kangana Ranaut took to social media to share glimpses of her recent visit to the Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga temple in Maharashtra. She shared how one can only go for devotion to the temple only when the deity calls

A video clip of Kajol has been surfacing online, suggesting that the actress is a part of Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 2. The clip has left the internet confused about her cameos in the show

Nivin Pauly criticised the Kerala Film Producers Associations box office list, calling it unnecessary and harmful to the industry. The list sparked debate after only 15 out of 184 Malayalam films released in 2025 were declared hits

Shilpa Shindes remarks dismissing comparisons with Shubhangi Atre after her return to Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain sparked backlash. Actress Falaq Naaz called her comments rude and urged her to respect Shubhangis decade-long contribution

Jaideep Ahlawat is reportedly joining Drishyam 3 following Akshaye Khannas alleged exit from the project. The actor is said to play a pivotal role that will introduce a fresh twist to the Ajay Devgn-led thriller

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in Chennai has asked filmmaker Sudha Kongara to remove certain scenes and dialogues from Sivakarthikeyan`s upcoming film Parasakthi. The filmmaker has decided to approach the revising committee

BTS member V shared striking new photos ahead of his 30th birthday, including shirtless Vogue Japan shots that thrilled fans. The Celine ambassador is busy with brand commitments and is also preparing for BTS highly anticipated full-group comeback album and world tour in 2026

Producer Naga Vamsi addressed rumours about suffering massive losses after distributing War 2 in Telugu. He clarified that he bought the film for Rs 68 crore, earned around Rs 3540 crore, and received an Rs 18 crore refund from Yash Raj Films

Thalapathy Vijays farewell film Jana Nayagan will have its earliest show at 4 am in Kerala, marking a historic FDFS moment for fans. With strong overseas buzz and advance bookings, the film is expected to open big worldwide

Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani celebrated their daughter, Sarayaah`s first Christmas by dressing her up as little Miss Claus. The little one was seen dressed in a velvet red outfit with the words `My first Christmas` written on it

Priyanka Chahar Choudhary addressed plastic surgery rumours, clarifying that changes in her appearance were due to heavy medication and antibiotics that caused weight loss and facial bloating. She stressed that makeup or styling choices are personal, urged kindness online, and is currently preparing for Naagin 7

Vidisha Srivastava opened up about the difference in working with Shubhangi Atre, whom she worked with for 4 years, and Shilpa Shinde, who has recently joined as Angoori Bhabi

Jana Nayagan is already shaping up to be a major event film. With the audio launch just around the corner, Vijays arrival in Malaysia has further heightened anticipation for what promises to be one of the biggest cinematic moments of the year

Actor and music composer GV Prakash recently fell victim to an online fraud on X, after an X user claimed he needed money for his alleged dead mother`s last rites. His fans and netizens reacted strongly to the incident

Kapil Sharmas Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 is set for a re-release in January 2026 after a positive audience response despite limited screens. The comedy sequel returns to theatres amid fresh competition from multiple big-ticket releases

Bridgerton Season 4 Part 1 will centre on Benedict Bridgertons romantic journey with the mysterious Lady in Silver. The newly released trailer teases a Cinderella-inspired love story filled with fantasy, masks, and longing

Costume designer Smriti Chauhan revealed Irrfan Khan endured severe pain and deteriorating health while shooting Angrezi Medium. Despite struggling physically, wearing padded costumes, and missing shoot days, the late actor remained determined to complete his final film

Suniel and Mana Shetty tied the knot on December 25, 1991, after dating for nine years. They are parents to daughter Athiya Shetty and son Ahan Shetty, and grandparents to Evaarah

Anupam Kher shared a video from the celebrations where he joined Anil Kapoor and his wife, Sunita Kapoor, for a delightful and quiet celebration

The documentary brings forth the stories that lie behind the Sitaaras of Sitaare Zameen Par. It offers a touching glimpse into the lives of parents as they navigate their childrens diagnoses

Despite a Christmas release, Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Pandays Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri opened to modest box office numbers. The film is facing tough competition from Ranveer Singhs Dhurandhar

The lynching of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh sparked outrage, with Jaya Prada calling it an attack on humanity and urging people to speak out against violence on Hindus. Manoj Joshi criticised selective outrage over such incidents

The Paradise is one of the most anticipated films of 2026, starring none other than Natural Star Nani. It marks another collaboration between Nani and Srikanth Odela after their superhit Dasara

Aditya Dhars Dhurandhar has crossed the Rs 1,000-crore mark worldwide, cementing its blockbuster status. The Ranveer Singh-led underworld saga is set to continue with a sequel releasing on March 19

Jamie Campbell Bower opens up about his approach to playing Vecna, revealing that he would question each move of Vecna`s to understand his mental state

Sean Diddy Combs has filed a new legal plea seeking immediate release from jail, arguing that his federal conviction and sentence are unjust. He is currently serving over four years in prison after being convicted on two counts

Amitabh Bachchan shared a festive and lighthearted blog post describing how he has been enjoying Christmas with freshly ordered cookies. The actor revealed his delight over the holiday aromas and delicious treats

Nivin Paulys Sarvam Maya opened to positive reviews and a strong festive box office response, collecting around Rs 8 crore worldwide on Day 1. The film is being seen as a potential comeback after a period of commercial setbacks for the actor

Meghna Gulzar brings her trademark sensitivity and narrative precision to the film, crafting a crime thriller that is as intellectually arresting as it is emotionally resonant