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Rajpal Yadav attended Mushtaq Khan's prayer meet on Monday. A viral video sparked confusion after a woman was seen shouting at Rajpal while he was interacting with the media. What really happened? Scroll down to know!
Raghav Chadha has praised wife Parineeti Chopras performance in Shaque: Trust No One, calling the Netflix mystery thriller a genuinely gripping, nail-biting watch. He said the series kept him guessing until the end and praised Parineeti for completely bringing her character to life
Arnold Schwarzenegger steps into Santa Claus boots in The Man With the Bag, an action-comedy that turns Christmas into a high-stakes heist. When Santas magical bag is stolen by a rogue elf, he recruits thief Vance to assemble a crew and save the holiday. The film premieres on December 2
Actress Nushrratt Bharuccha has allegedly met with an accident in Bali, following which she was hospitalised. The actress has sustained an injury during the accident and is currently undergoing treatment for the same in Bali
Hrithik Roshan and Saba Azad are commemorating a special milestone in their relationship. The actor shared a series of romantic pictures with Saba on Thursday, October 1, to mark five years of togetherness.
Adnan Khan opens up about staying motivated through televisions demanding schedules, embracing unpredictable action sequences in Mannat, and focusing on the craft rather than results. The actor also reflects on his early struggles, Kathaa Ankahee, and his openness to films
Dhvani Bhanushali opens up about her acting debut Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam, recalling her fear of audience acceptance, nervous first day and transition from music videos to films. She says playing Meera was daunting but enriching and taught her to silence external pressure
Actor Ajay Devgn revealed that he called Malayalam superstar Mohanlal to watch Drishyam: The Conclusion and sought his approval. He also said the new script brings his character Vijay Salgaonkar's story to an end, with twists, turns and shock value expected from the franchise.
After her National Award win for Kutch Express, Manasi Parekh took on Priyanka in Netflixs Chumbakk, drawn to the characters layered writing and comic energy. She says motherhood helped her connect with Priyankas conversations, vulnerabilities and equation with her children
To mark 10 years in the industry, Disha Patani took to her Instagram stories and shared a heartwarming picture from MS Dhoni featuring herself and her co-star Sushant Singh Rajput
Almost 10 years after Balika Vadhu actress Pratyusha Banerjee died by suicide, her ex-boyfriend, Rahul Raj, has been discharged by the Bombay High Court. The court relied on the couple's last conversation to accept Rahul's plea
Jimmy Shergill, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Mona Singh and Alizeh Agnihotri will star in Vikas Bahls upcoming untitled musical drama. Set in 1990s Britain, the coming-of-age film explores the rise of Punjabi music among young British Asians
Digger sees Tom Cruise ditch his familiar action-hero image for an eccentric oil billionaire caught in an environmental catastrophe. Alejandro Inarritus ambitious satire is visually striking and unpredictable, though its excessive humour, tonal shifts and heavy-handed messaging occasionally overwhelm its central ideas
Tu Hai Meri Kiran marks Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbals return to the screen together, with the makers unveiling the first look of their romantic thriller. The film keeps its plot under wraps and teases a mysterious side to their characters. It releases in cinemas on October 23, 2026
Chris Evans and Anya Taylor-Joy headline Sacrifice, Romain Gavras action-adventure dark comedy about a glamorous charity gala that spirals into chaos. Starring Salma Hayek and others, the film premieres on Lionsgate Play in India on October 16
Priyanka Chahar Choudhary threatened to slap Shehzad Poonawalla after he called her a gold digger. She broke down while speaking about supporting her six siblings and helping fund their education, marriages and homes
Jim Carrey, 64, married longtime girlfriend Min Ah, 32, in a private Los Angeles ceremony. The couple has a 32-year age gap and has reportedly been dating since 2022. They made a rare public appearance at the Csar Awards
Nicolas Cage has criticised the direction of modern superhero cinema, comparing the Marvel Cinematic Universes elaborate costumes and fight sequences to a well-funded and glorified WWE. The actor played Ghost Rider and recently starred in Spider-Noir
Vishal Vashishtha opens up about his fear of failure and the challenges of being a TV actor in films. He also recalls the contrasting environments on the sets of Sikandar and Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, including working with Salman Khan
Asha Negi spoke about overcoming her fear of being judged, which she associated with coming from a small town. She also reflected on her shift from television to OTT, saying good work and projects matter more than PR strategies
KK Goswami has recalled how he pushed for a bigger role after being given just one dialogue in Shaktimaan. The actor, who has spoken about facing bullying and limited opportunities due to dwarfism, told the makers, I can be Mini Shaktimaan if you want
Rani Mukerjis niece Myieshaa Mukerji remembered her late grandmother Krishna Mukerji with an emotional note. She also shared glimpses of heartfelt family moments, including pictures with Rani, while recalling the qualities she inherited from Krishna
Chris Hemsworth celebrated daughter India Rose after she won a bull-riding competition. Calling her a savage, he shared videos of her performance. Some followers congratulated her, while others criticised the event and questioned the bulls treatment
Mahesh Babu has praised Fahadh Faasils performance in Dont Trouble The Trouble, calling the actor stupendous after watching the upcoming fantasy entertainer. He also lauded Fahadhs chemistry with child artiste Ssara, while describing the film as a beautifully complete experience
Vivek Oberoi has revealed that his longtime friend Bosco Martis once planned to get married at 19. Recalling their younger days on Bosco Caesars Dance and Masti podcast, Vivek said he stepped in to stop the choreographer from going ahead with the plan
Wamiqa Gabbi has opened up about portraying Jyoti Nikam in Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam. The actress recalled meeting Jyoti before stepping into the role, saying the interaction helped her understand the important part she played in Ujjwal Nikams journey
Dia Mirza shared that she teaches son Avyaan about care, empathy, kindness, respect and consent. She stressed that consent means a willing and comfortable yes, while rejection is not an insult and personal boundaries must always be respected
Sunita Ahuja and Kashmera Shah reunited at a family function and shared a warm moment with the paparazzi. Sunita affectionately called Kashmera her powerful bahu, while Kashmera thanked her for teaching her everything
Mouni Roy reflected on her birthday celebrations, calling the occasion cathartic. Sharing pictures with close friends, the actress expressed gratitude for those who have stood by her through highs and lows, saying, This year I know whos mine
Ranvir Shorey has reacted to Rahul Bhatts recent confession of assaulting him during an altercation involving Pooja Bhatt. Ranvir said years of propaganda and slander have finally given way to some truth and stressed that defending yourself is not hitting
Ajay Devgn says making Hindi films is challenging as filmmakers must cater to diverse audiences across regions. Ayushmann Khurrana says social media has created multiple worlds of stardom, making scripts and authenticity more important than star power
AICWA president Suresh Shyamlal Gupta met BMC Deputy Municipal Commissioner Prashant Gaikwad to oppose the proposed entertainment tax hike of up to 570 per cent. He said the move could hurt filmmakers, theatre owners, cine workers and audiences
Mrunal Thakur says the morally ambiguous character in Pooja Meri Jaan was a major draw. She found it exciting to play someone whose actions make viewers question what is right and wrong, while also connecting with Poojas emotional vulnerability
Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub, who plays a lawyer fighting for a sexual assault survivor in Hunkkaar, questions why womens movement is restricted in the name of protection. He also speaks against the male gaze and the objectification of women in songs
Producer Dinesh Vijan said Stree 3 has been postponed further. The third sequel in the horror-comedy franchise will now go on floors in 2028, moving from its previously announced release date of August 13, 2027
Ibrahim Ali Khan was taking a selfie with a fan when he accidentally spilt coffee on his clothes. The Nadaaniyan actor immediately looked down at his clothes and reacted to the unexpected mishap. Watch!
Amitabh Bachchan recently shared that he slipped and injured his knee while shooting for his quiz-based show Kaun Banega Crorepati 18. He also said he had difficulty standing up
Headlined by Yami Gautam Dhar in a never-seen-before avatar, the trailer of Nayyi Navelli captures a fantasy family entertainer with an unexpected big-screen adventure packed with fun, mystery and masala. Watch!
Superstar Rajinikanth left fans surprised after he arrived on the sets of his upcoming film Dharman in Mysuru in an auto-rickshaw. He even waved at fans and greeted them after getting down from the vehicle
Doraemon: New Nobita and the Castle of the Undersea Devil takes Nobita, Doraemon, Shizuka, Gian and Suneo on an underwater summer adventure filled with marine life, gadgets, science and AI. The gang brings plenty of nostalgia, but it occasionally feels more interested in teaching than entertaining
Actor Rupali Ganguly got emotional while recalling her late father, filmmaker Anil Ganguly's long-standing wish to buy a house in Mumbai after the family had lost everything. She revealed that the show Anupamaa helped her fulfil that dream.
Prime Video has announced Season 2 of its competitive captive reality show Alliance, premiering January 14, 2027. The Dutch-format adaptation returns after Season 1, hosted by Kunal Kemmu and won by Mini Mathur, featured 16 celebrity contestants
After an eight-year television hiatus, Rashami Desai returns with Sayoneee, playing ambitious entrepreneur Maya. In an exclusive chat with mid-day, she discussed changing portrayals of women, criticised the stretching of Anupamaa and questioned the industrys attitude towards ageing female actors
After a successful run at the box office, Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar: The Revenge is now all set for a television premiere. However, the Ranveer Singh-starrer is set to get 45-50 cuts, as ordered by the CBFC
Vahbiz Dorabjee has raised concerns over a fake Facebook account using her identity and sharing her personal contact details. The actress said she has been flooded with calls and messages and plans to approach the Cyber Crime Cell to have it removed
Imran Khans flight journey turned into an unexpected pop-culture crossover when a fan seated beside him convinced the actor to watch The Vampire Diaries. The fan compared the supernatural series to his 2011 film Mere Brother Ki Dulhan
Karan Johar has announced Koffee With Karan 9, revealing that the upcoming season will be the talk show's final edition. In an emotional video, he reflected on the show's journey and said he knows there is still love for it
Amala Paul opened up about her decision to do Aadai, revealing she spent nearly two months understanding how its nude scenes would be handled. She admitted concerns about her image and stereotyping, adding that she wouldnt take up a similar role today
The Vvaan has sparked a unique response in Bihar, where viewers at a Muzaffarpur theatre left their shoes outside before screenings. Women were also seen distributing thekua and applying sindoor to fellow moviegoers.
Radhikka Madan opens up about playing Sailee in Lust Stories 3, praising Shakun Batras script and the characters flaws. She also discusses womens desire on screen, relationship scrutiny and why she avoids roles that reduce women to objects

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