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Parineeti Chopra says Katrina Kaif is her 'idol', recalls funny gym moment

A throwback clip from Koffee With Karan has resurfaced in which Parineeti Chopra admits she gets extremely nervous around Katrina Kaif. Calling Katrina her idol, she shared a funny gym anecdote about being told to stay on the treadmill for five more minutes, while Aditya Roy Kapur also confessed Katrina can be intimidating

4 Jul 2026 3:33 pm
Maatrubhumi: Salman Khans team debunks reports of issues with CBFC

Amid reports of Salman Khan's Maatrubhumi facing issues with CBFC over certification, the actor's team has now issued a clarification, putting all rumours to rest. The team confirmed that the film has not yet been presented to the CBFC yet

4 Jul 2026 3:31 pm
Diljit Dosanjh opens up about finding happiness amid negativity

Singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh has shared a thoughtful message on the importance of staying positive and finding happiness even in the face of negativity

4 Jul 2026 3:01 pm
When doctor told Hrithik Roshan he cannot be an actor

Hrithik revealed that even his doctor had told him that he should not be an actor. For the unversed, Hrithik used to stammer since childhood, something which made it extremely difficult for him to realise his dream of being an actor

4 Jul 2026 2:59 pm
Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbhaachiya celebrate son Kaju's Annaprashan ceremony

Star comedian and television host Bharti Singh gave fans a glimpse of her younger son Yashveer Limbachiyaa, fondly called Kaju, as they celebrated his 'Annaprashan' ceremony. The second time mommy shared the entire celebration in her latest vlog on her YouTube channel

4 Jul 2026 2:55 pm
Alliance: Vanshaj Singh reacts to Kushal Tandon's alleged threats

In an exclusive chat with mid-day, Vanshaj Singh opened up about his exit from The Alliance, denied age-shaming Kushal Tandon and Arslan Goni. He also reacts to Kushal threatening him during the show, and the game being unfair to creators

4 Jul 2026 2:42 pm
Empire State Building lights up to celebrate Taylor Swift-Travis Kelces wedding

On the occasion of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding at Madison Square Garden, the iconic Empire State Building lit up in blue. They shared the pictures and clips on their official social media, saying it was 'her something blue'

4 Jul 2026 2:24 pm
Ravi Kishan drops throwback pic as a young father with little Rivva

Actor-politician Ravi Kishan took a trip down memory lane, wishing his daughter Rivva Kishan on her birthday by sharing a rare throwback picture from his younger days as a father

4 Jul 2026 1:55 pm
Dhamaal 4 gets U/A certificate after obscene gestures, words modified

Ahead of its release, Dhamaal 4 has been cleared by the CBFC with a U/A certificate. The CBFC has reportedly suggested many changes, including modification of obscene hand gestures and words

4 Jul 2026 1:44 pm
Alpha: Sharvari shares good energies with Alia Bhatt in BTS from the sets

Actress Sharvari has shared behind-the-scenes moments with Alia Bhatt from the sets of Alpha, offering a peek into her on-set experience, where she is seen sharing positive vibes and good energies with co-star Alia

4 Jul 2026 11:28 am
Alpha box office: Alia Bhatt Sharvari's film earns modest Rs 9 crore on day 1

Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's Alpha opened to a slow start as it hit the screens on July 3, 2026, amid much anticipation. The film earned a modest Rs 9 crore on its opening day, which is the lowest day-one collection for any film in the YRF Spy Universe

4 Jul 2026 11:27 am
Karakkam movie review: A quirky horror-comedy with ghosts that dance well

Sreenath Bhasi and Praveen TJ deliver in a quirky and strong horror-comedy, Karakkam, with almost non-scary ghosts that dance well. However, it fails to lean on either side of horror and comedy

4 Jul 2026 11:01 am
Tannaz Irani recallse seeing spark between Aishwarya, Abhishek on Kuch Naa Kaho

Tannaz Irani revealed she drew inspiration from Ranveer Singh's Simmba for her role in Margao Files. She also reflected on the industry's changing culture, praised Hrithik Roshan's humility, and recalled noticing chemistry between Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan during Kuch Naa Kaho

4 Jul 2026 10:01 am
Kriti Sanon, Kabir Bahia enjoy dinner date, exit in the same car - Watch

Kriti Sanon was seen stepping out for a dinner date with rumoured boyfriend Kabir Bahia on Friday night. Although they entered the restaurant separately, they were seen exiting in the same car. This comes days after rumours of a break-up surfaced

4 Jul 2026 9:29 am
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce finally married, Adam Sandler officiates wedding

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are finally married after the couple reportedly exchanged vows at the Maddison Square Garden as actor and their close friend Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony. The couple reportedly walked down the aisle in Christian Dior outfits

4 Jul 2026 8:54 am
Tyler Perry reveals Taraji P Henson signed for Why Did I Get Married Again?

Hollywood actor Taraji P Henson has joined the cast of the upcoming film, Why Did I Get Married Again? Filmmaker Tyler Perry recently made the revelation about the actor coming onboard

4 Jul 2026 7:52 am
Director Nandini credits Samantha Ruth Prabhu for Maa Inti Bangaaram's success

Director BV Nandini Reddy credits Samantha Ruth Prabhus action prowess and stardom as Maa Inti Bangaaram becomes the highest grossing female-led Telugu film, reportedly earning over Rs 80 crore worldwide

4 Jul 2026 7:40 am
Nibedita: Celina Jaitly returns to the screens with a biopic on Sister Nivedita

After a six-year break, Celina Jaitly returns with Nibedita, a biopic on social activist and educator Sister Nivedita. Directed by Ram Kamal Mukherjee, the film is set to roll in early 2027

4 Jul 2026 7:33 am
Have you heard? Aamir Khan's Lala Amarnath biopic named Lalkaar

Have you heard? Aamir Khan and director Ashutosh Gowarikers upcoming sports drama, a biopic on legendary cricketer Lala Amarnath, is reportedly titled Lalkaar.

4 Jul 2026 7:23 am
Lisa Mishra reveals what stage performances mean to her ahead of Mumbai concerts

Ahead of kicking off her Mumbai concerts, singer and actor Lisa Mishra says stage shows give her an unmatched high

4 Jul 2026 7:17 am
Alpha movie review: No Alphaaz left

How do you even unpack this lunacy around two ladies on a serum? Let me try!

3 Jul 2026 11:21 pm
Internet gushes as Tamannaah Bhatia and Blackpink Lisa pose together

Videos and pictures of Tamannaah Bhatia posing with Blackpink's Lisa have been going viral on social media, sending the internet into a frenzy. The two were seen attending an event in Thailand, where they posed together

3 Jul 2026 11:09 pm
Toxic: Yash's old interview on doing uncomfortable intimate scenes resurfaces

Amid the backlash over the intimate and sensual scenes in Yash's Toxic, an old interview of the actor saying he wouldn't do scenes that he cannot watch with his parents has resurfaced. In the conversation, he added that such scenes make him and the audience uncomfortable

3 Jul 2026 10:42 pm
Trisha calls out Zara for sending clothes reeking of body odour

Trisha recently took to Instagram to call out clothing brand Zara for sending stinky clothes. She added that he had faced the same experience three times in a row now, calling it 'disgusting'

3 Jul 2026 9:34 pm
Diljit Dosanjh's Punjab 95 renamed, released sans cuts on OTT

Diljit Dosanjh's long-delayed film, Punjab 95, has dropped on OTT silently with a new name, Satluj. The release comes almost 36 months after its initial release. The film had been stalled after the CBFC ordered more than 120 cuts

3 Jul 2026 8:45 pm
Kamal Haasan is 'very self-obsessed', claims Hey Ram co-star Yatin Karyekar

Yatin Karyekar has claimed that Kamal Haasan altered an iconic scene in Vasool Raja MBBS because he did not want his character to be slapped. The actor also alleged that Kamal was particular about protecting his on-screen image

3 Jul 2026 8:26 pm
Watch: Isha Koppikar calls out Bollywood's double standards on ageing

Isha Koppikar has spoken out against ageism in the entertainment industry, questioning why ageing is celebrated in men but criticised in women. In a new Instagram reel, the actor urged people to respect women at every age and shift the focus from appearance to strength, experience and life's journey

3 Jul 2026 8:20 pm
Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding buzz grows as stars gather in NYC

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have sparked fresh wedding speculation after a star-studded gathering at Madison Square Garden. Celebrity guests, elaborate preparations and tight security fuelled reports that the couple's pre-wedding celebrations may have begun

3 Jul 2026 7:29 pm
Eetha: Shraddha Kapoor likely to visit Vitthabai Narayangaonkar's village

After Vitthabai Narayangaonkar's dropped objection on the Eetha's title, the legendary lavani artist's grandson has said that Shraddha Kapoor and the team is likely to visit her village ahead of the film's release

3 Jul 2026 7:27 pm
Exclusive: Alpha actor Dibyendu Bhattacharya calls Bobby Deol 'fantastic human'

Dibyendu Bhattacharya opened up about playing a doctor in Alpha, praised co-stars Alia Bhatt and Bobby Deol, called Yash Raj Films his comfort zone, and strongly supported women-led action films, saying women can be fighters and heroes just as much as men

3 Jul 2026 7:19 pm
Alpha movie review: Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's film is Dhurandhar in reverse

Mumbaikars braved the monsoons for YRFs Alpha, a spy thriller starring Alia Bhatt, Sharvari, Bobby Deol and Anil Kapoor. While the action and acting deliver, a formulaic plot and cringey dialogues keep it from matching the highs of Dhurandhar

3 Jul 2026 7:15 pm
Lock Upp: Gaurav Khanna's reported entry fuels curiosity post divorce revelation

Reports suggest Gaurav Khanna may enter Lock Upp after Akanksha Chamola revealed their divorce on the show. While no official confirmation has been made, the speculation has heightened anticipation, with fans eager to see the estranged couple potentially come face-to-face on screen

3 Jul 2026 7:14 pm
Alliance: Payal Gaming cries after Vanshaj's exit, Nikhil Chinapa sparks rift

Alliance witnessed major betrayals as Nikhil Chinapa voted against fellow King Armaan Khera, exposing cracks within the alliance. The Legends won the Knockout Challenge, while Vanshaj Singh was eliminated, leaving Payal Gaming in tears and triggering an emotional shake-up

3 Jul 2026 6:49 pm
Alpha: Hrithik Roshans cameo as Major Kabir leaked online

Hrithik Roshan's much-talked-about cameo from Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's Alpha has leaked online. The actor makes a powerful cameo as Major Kabir, reprising his role from War, leaving the netizens divided

3 Jul 2026 6:04 pm
India's Got Latent S2: Samay Raina says Kiku and Chandan 'shaped my comedy'

Ahead of the latest episode of India's Got Latent Season 2, Samay Raina shared an emotional note about performing alongside Chandan Prabhakar, Kiku Sharda and Haarsh Limbachiyaa. Calling them his comedy heroes, he said they shaped his humour growing up

3 Jul 2026 5:42 pm
Ravi Mohan's driver arrested for theft at actor's Chennai home

Days after a theft was reported at Ravi Mohan's Chennai home, the police have now arrested his driver for reportedly stealing items. So far Rs 2.5 lakh have been reportedly recovered while a diamond necklace remains missing

3 Jul 2026 5:26 pm
Fact check: Did Divya Khossla Kumar take a dig at Alia Bhatt's Alpha?

A viral post claiming Divya Khossla Kumar mocked Alia Bhatt's Alpha over empty theatres is misleading. The screenshot is from her 2024 criticism of Jigra and has no connection to Alpha. Divya has not made any recent comments about the film.

3 Jul 2026 5:02 pm
Watch: Ranveer Singh dances his heart out in unseen clip from cousin's weddding

Fresh photos and videos from Ranveer Singh's cousin Saumya Hingorani's wedding celebrations in Goa have surfaced online. The actor is seen dancing, hugging family members and enjoying the mehendi festivities with wife Deepika Padukone by his side, giving fans a glimpse of his fun-filled family moments

3 Jul 2026 4:30 pm
Mumbai Rains: Tree falls on Urvashi Dholakia's son, Kshitij Dholakia's car

Urvashi Dholakia's son and Naagin 7 actor Kshitij Dholakia recently shared that a huge tree fell on his car amid the Mumbai rains. He shared that no one was hurt and that he is safe. The actor also thanked the police and fire brigade for their swift help

3 Jul 2026 4:27 pm
Khashaba teaser: A gripping sports biopic based on Indias 1st Olympic medalist

The film is a Marathi language biographical sports drama, and showcases the journey of wrestler Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav, who was Independent Indias very first individual Olympic medal winner.

3 Jul 2026 4:14 pm
Alpha X review: Netizens call it 'OTT material', Hrithik Roshan wins praise

Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's Alpha has received mixed reactions from audiences. While some praised its action, performances and Hrithik Roshan's cameo, others criticised the screenplay, pacing and called it an OTT-worthy film. Hrithik's special appearance emerged as the biggest crowd-pleaser.

3 Jul 2026 3:25 pm
Post theatrical run, Alia Bhatt, Sharvari's Alpha to release on Netflix

Alia Bhatt and Sharvari starrer Alpha to have their OTT release on Netflix. Earlier, YRF had turned down to Rs 215 cr deal for the theatrical release of the film

3 Jul 2026 3:18 pm
Katy Perry jokes ex Russell Brand 'should be in jail' during concert

Katy Perry appeared to take a dig at her former husband Russell Brand during her concert at Blenheim Palace. While interacting with fans, the singer joked that she hoped her ex wasn't in the audience, adding, He should be in jail. Brand is currently awaiting trial on multiple sexual offence charges

3 Jul 2026 2:33 pm
Tom Hanks on Clint Eastwood's directing style: 'He treats actors like horses'

An old interview of Tom Hanks has resurfaced in which the actor explains Clint Eastwood's famously understated directing style. Hanks revealed that Eastwood rarely shouts Action! on set because he learned during his Rawhide days that loud commands would startle horses

3 Jul 2026 2:25 pm
Lionel Messi's Spider-Man cameo sparks viral Rs 28.6 cr per word paycheck claims

Lionel Messi's cameo in the Spider-Man: Brand New Day teaser sparked viral claims that he earned Rs 28 crore per word. However, the reported payment remains unverified, with no official confirmation from Sony, Marvel, or Messi's representatives

3 Jul 2026 2:22 pm
Hugh Jackman says his Wolverine successor should 'make it their own'

Hugh Jackman says he won't be giving advice to the actor who eventually takes over as Wolverine. The Marvel star believes his successor should make the role their own, just as he did when he first stepped into the character. Jackman also joked that he plans to keep playing Wolverine till I'm 90

3 Jul 2026 2:16 pm
Farah Khan Ali calls Sanjay Khan-Zeenat Aman assault allegations 'hogwash'

Farah Khan Ali confirmed that Sanjay Khan and Zeenat Aman were once married through a nikah. She, however, denied long-standing allegations that her father physically assaulted Zeenat, insisting he was never a violent man

3 Jul 2026 1:37 pm
Welcome to the Jungle: Ahmed Khan defends Disha, Jacqueline's limited roles

Ahmed Khan has reacted to criticism over Disha Patani and Jacqueline Fernandez's limited screen time in Welcome to the Jungle. He said the film was driven by comedy veterans and the actresses understood the roles they had signed up for

3 Jul 2026 1:31 pm
Ameesha Patel shares why fans didn't allow Bobby Deol hug her during Humraaz

Talking about 'Humraaz', the movie directed by Abbas-Mustan, released in 2002 and starred Bobby Deol, Akshaye Khanna, Ameesha Patel, Johnny Lever and Suhasini Mulay.

3 Jul 2026 1:11 pm
Eetha title row: Shraddha Kapoor's film gets backed by Vithabai's daughter

Shraddha Kapoor's Eetha has received support from Vithabai Narayangaonkar's daughter, Mangala Bansode Karavadikar, amid the title controversy. She said the family has no objection, explaining that Eetha was an affectionate name villagers used for the legendary Lavani artist

3 Jul 2026 12:44 pm