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The makers of Vijays Jana Nayagan told the Madras High Court that announcing a films release date before CBFC certification is standard industry practice, citing Dhurandhar 2 as precedent, amid a legal dispute over certification delays
At the trailer launch of O`Romeo, Vishal Bhardwaj cheekily mentioned PeeCee during a light-hearted memont with Shahid Kapoor. To this, he reverted, No comments, leaving all amused. For those unversed, Shahid and Priyanka Chopra starred in Kmainey after which they dated for 2 years
Filmmaker Vishal Bharadwaj addressed the legal notice from Hussain Ustaras daughter over ORomeo, explaining the film is a fictional adaptation of Mafia Queens of Mumbai and he did not need additional permission
Ridhi Dogra views her entry into The 50 as a step toward growth through discomfort rather than just a competition. She sees the show as an opportunity to unlearn, evolve, and step out of the comfort zone actors often inhabit
Ram Gopal Varma clarified he was misquoted over the Jai Ho controversy, calling AR Rahman the greatest composer and the nicest human being. He emphasized Rahman never takes away anyones credit, aiming to end the negativity
Salman Khan has been issued a notice by the Delhi High Court after a China based AI platform challenged an interim order protecting his personality rights. The case highlights growing concerns over unauthorised use of celebrity identities amid advancing artificial intelligence technologies
Nana Patekar reportedly walked out of ORomeos trailer launch event in Mumbai after waiting nearly one and a half hours for Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri
Juhi Parmar posted a fun video where she and her daughter, Samaira, can be seen hurrying home with their bags as they return from their luxurious trip to Paris
Rihanna knows how to maintain her composure. She was exiting the Four Seasons Hotel when her security guard walked ahead of her, leaving the doors behind him to close in her face
The trailer of Vishal Bhardwajs ORomeo introduces Shahid Kapoor in a fierce new avatar as Ustara, a love-obsessed gangster navigating passion, power and survival in Mumbais dark underbelly, with Triptii Dimri anchoring the films emotional core
Priyanka Chopra took everyone straight back to 2016 through her Instagram carousel. Fans saw stills from Bajirao Mastani and Dil Dhadakne Do, along with scenes from Quantico and Baywatch, highlighting how significant that year was for her
Hollywood actor Elijah Wood has revealed a line from Lord of the Rings that almost didn`t get filmed. The 44-year-old actor, who played hobbit Frodo Baggins opened up about the line All right then, keep your secrets, and how he actually recorded that during pick-ups
The trailer of Bhumi Pednekar`s upcoming thriller Daldal was released on Wednesday. It delivers a gritty, adrenaline-fueled descent into the harrowing world, where she investigates a series of brutal, meticulously orchestrated murders
Actress Rimi Sen, who was seen in popular films including Dhoom and Golmaal, among others, is now working as a real estate agent in Dubai. The actress had stepped away from showbiz some years ago
Zack Snyder has been part of several superhero films, including Man of Steel, which started the DC Extended Universe, and its follow-ups, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Justice League
Jackie Shroff opened up about his hopes of being cast alongside his son, adding that Tiger Shroff too wishes the same. They both starred in Singham Again, but didn`t share the screen together
Ahan Shetty also recalled his initial memories of Border, saying that he fell in love with the Indian army and decided to become an actor after watching the film
Speaking during the teaser launch of the Adivi Sesh-starrer drama, Mrunal shared that Dacoit is the first film that she has shot in 2 languages, Hindi and Telugu
Written and directed by Anil Ravipudi, Mana ShankaraVaraPrasad Garu features an ensemble cast that includes Nayanthara, Chiranjeevi, and Venkatesh Daggubati
Ahead of its much-awaited release, Border 2 has been cleared by the CBFC with a U/A 13+ certificate along with zero cuts. Starring Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty, thefilm is set to release on January 23
The Wuthering Heights trailer has hinted at some racy scenes between the two stars, and Margot Robbie said that she was left feeling weak at the knees by some elements of the movie
Arjun Bijlani took a trip down memory lane, looking back at the shoot of Naagin season 1 and Jhalak Dikhla Jaa season 9 from 2016 and sharing behind the scenes photos
TV actress Srishti Jain, who is currently seen in the serial Ganga Mai Ki Betiyan took to Instagram to announce her engagement with Shrey Gupta. The actress shared adorable glimpses of their intimate ceremony
Aamir Khan recently opened up about his much-anticipated and ambitious project, Mahabharata, noting that it is a big responsibility and that he wants to get it right. Aamir went on to add that he wants to make it in such a way that all Indians feel really proud
Actor Varun Dhawan has finally broken his silence by reacting to the online trolling he has been facing ahead of the release of his upcoming film Border 2. Varun emphasised that it`s important to cut the noise and let his work do the talking
Gulshan Devaiah, who is set to make his Telugu film debut with Samantha Ruth Prabhu-starrer Maa Inti Bangaaram after his Kannada debut with Kantara Chapter 1 opens up about what it is like to foray into different languages
Have you heard? Kartik Aaryan is seemingly in talks with Kill director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat for an action-adventure film rooted in Indian mythology. Meanwhile, Rasha Thadani is set to make her singing debut in her second film ,Laikey Laikaa
Ahead of Dhurandhar 2 release, director Aditya Dhar to sell broadcast rights of both parts together; trade predicts the move will maximise revenue. While the first part is expected to start airing from March 31, the second instalment, that hits theatres on March 19, will make its way to TV screens only 117 days, roughly almost four months
Sources say Vicky Kaushal to feature in an extended cameo in Dhurandhar 2, reprising his role of Major Vihaan Shergill from Uri. Meanwhile, Akshaye Khanna`s role will be limited to just a few flashback scenes in the second part
Urvashi Dholakia joins the reality show The 50, bringing experience and emotional maturity to the competition. Calling the format meaningful and challenging, she says the show values awareness, resilience, and authenticity over perfection, adding depth and gravitas
Hui Gumm Yaadein stars Iqbal Khan as Dr Dev, a doctor who rediscovers empathy after losing his memory. Inspired by his doctor sisters, Iqbal brings compassion and emotional depth to a story about second chances and human connection
Saif Ali Khans private Qatar home is a serene luxury retreat featuring elegant interiors, calming tones and a spacious balcony with sunset views. Designed for privacy and comfort, the residence serves as the actors peaceful escape from his busy professional life
Nidhhi Agerwal has called out paid negative PR campaigns in Bollywood, revealing how actors face targeted attacks through manipulated ratings and reviews. She said such practices harm mental health and defended Kartik Aaryan and Varun Dhawan
Ranveer Singhs blockbuster Dhurandhar sequel has been titled Dhurandhar: The Revenge. The CBFC has cleared its one-minute-plus teaser with an A certificate, signalling intense action and raising excitement ahead of the films March 19 release
One of the top designers of his era, Italy`s elegance aficionado Valentino Garavani, spent nearly half a century dressing the world`s great beauties, from Jackie Kennedy to Princess Dian, before his death on 19 January at age 93
The Madras High Court has reserved its order in the Jana Nayagan vs CBFC case after resuming hearings following a 10-day gap. The CBFC argued that the suggested cuts were only intermediary and that a final decision is yet to be taken by its chairperson
Renu Desai addressed the controversy surrounding her viral outburst at a press conference on street dog awareness, clarifying that she was provoked by a man who tried to hit her. She also criticised trolls for dragging her personal life and ex-husband Pawan Kalyan into the issue
Set in a near future where human courts have been replaced by an AI-run justice system, Mercy unfolds almost entirely within a high-stakes trial. Rebecca Ferguson plays AI Judge Maddox
Palaash Muchhal has returned to work months after his cancelled wedding with Smriti Mandhana, signing Shreyas Talpade as the lead for his next directorial. The filmmaker is gearing up for his third project as director, with filming expected to begin soon
Divyaa Agarwal returns to reality TV with The 50, calling it an unpredictable and performance driven format. She says the absence of comfort zones and her continued hunger to compete motivated her, making her one of the shows strongest and most confident contenders
Ravi Kishan has urged the government to introduce National Awards for television, saying it would improve content quality and performances. The actor politician believes national recognition would motivate creators and bring long overdue prestige to TV across regional languages
Ajay Devgn shared, The significance of Lion in my life is very different, but the confusion around The 50 actually says a lot about the shows impact
BTS fans planning to attend the groups Busan concerts face hotel booking chaos, with several reservations reportedly cancelled and relisted at higher prices. The backlash prompted city authorities to monitor hotels and warn against unethical cancellation practices
Bhavanas Malayalam comeback film Anomie, directed by Riyas Marath, has been postponed to February 6, 2026. The film has generated strong buzz following the release of its intense and gripping teaser
The brother of the autorickshaw driver, who was injured after Akshay Kumar`s security vehicle collided with the auto, has sought help for his treatement as he remains in a critical state. The accident took place on Monday night
Imtiaz Ali defended AR Rahman amid the controversy over his comments, saying the composers remarks were misunderstood and that he has never witnessed communal bias in the film industry
Akshaya Hindalkar shares her excitement about joining Pushpa Impossible as Rashi, calling the role emotionally rich and growth-driven. She speaks about embracing vulnerability, earning audience trust, and forming a warm, supportive bond with co-star Karuna Pandey
Dark secrets. Uncomfortable truths. Cheekatilo plunges viewers into a shadowy mystery where every answer only raises deeper questions, and morality exists firmly in shades of grey
Tovino Thomass period film Pallichattambi, directed by Dijo Jose Anthony, is set to release in theatres worldwide on April 9, coinciding with the Vishu weekend. The film promises to showcase the actor in a never-seen-before avatar
Actress Sara Arjun, who made her debut with Dhurandhar, recently opened up about the second part, revealing that it will show her character, Yalina`s true strength. She also added that the audience can expect a lot more from part 2, set to release in March 2026

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