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Jaya Bachchan once revealed Amitabh Bachchan told her, I dont want a 9-5 wife

Jaya Bachchan once opened up about stepping away from films after marriage to Amitabh Bachchan, recalling how he told her he did not want a 9-to-5 wife. On Koffee With Karan, the veteran actress also remembered daughter Shweta asking her not to leave for a shoot

17 Aug 2026 1:20 pm
Khalifa trailer: Prithviraj Sukumarans Aamir Ali begins his bloody rise to top

The trailer of Prithviraj Sukumaran-starrer Khalifa is out, teasing an action-packed tale set in the dangerous world of gold smuggling. Directed by Vysakh, the film sees Prithviraj play Aamir Ali, a man who fights his way to the top of a ruthless underworld

17 Aug 2026 1:13 pm
Watch! BTS Jimin kisses young cancer patient at US concert, video goes viral

BTS Jimin shared a heartwarming moment with Olivia, a young pediatric cancer patient, during the groups US concert in Arlington, Texas. He greeted her warmly, gifted her a souvenir and gave her a kiss, creating an unforgettable memory for the young fan

17 Aug 2026 12:05 pm
Himanshi Khurana issues clarification on religion debate over Asim Riaz

Himanshi Khurana has reacted to the controversy surrounding Asim Riazs remarks on religion, calling the debate a storm in a teacup. She suggested that the issue has been blown out of proportion and addressed the controversy surrounding her former relationship

17 Aug 2026 12:03 pm
Superstar Mohanlal announces next film with director Jude Anthany Joseph

Mohanlal has announced his next film with director Jude Anthany Joseph. The upcoming project marks their first collaboration and has generated anticipation among fans, with further details about the film, including its title, cast and storyline, expected to be revealed soon

17 Aug 2026 12:00 pm
Lock Upp: Akanksha Choudhary weighs in on Shivangi Joshi-Harshad Chopda equation

Akanksha Choudhary spoke about Lock Upp co-contestants Shivangi Joshi and Harshad Chopda, saying both were wrong while reflecting on their differences and reality-show dynamics

17 Aug 2026 11:57 am
Amitabh Bachchan reveals late-night match routine at home: Jaya gets disturbed

Amitabh Bachchan revealed that he watches late-night cricket matches using headphones so he doesnt disturb wife Jaya Bachchan. Sharing his routine, the veteran actor said the arrangement allows him to enjoy matches while ensuring she sleeps peacefully

17 Aug 2026 11:29 am
Watch: Karan Aujla calls out fan for throwing jacket during concert

Karan Aujla confronted a fan after he threw a jacket at him during his Adelaide concert. Calling him pagal, the singer questioned the unusual gesture but later softened his reaction, asking what the fan wanted and offering to sign the jacket

17 Aug 2026 11:19 am
Heroes and Nashville star Hayden Panettiere passes away at 36

Hollywood actor Hayden Panettiere, best known for Heroes and Nashville, has died at 36. Her representative confirmed her death, while the cause remains undisclosed. Panettiere, who began acting as a child, also starred in films including Scream and Remember the Titans

17 Aug 2026 10:32 am
Sunny Deol refuses pan masala ads, says My conscience doesnt allow me'

Sunny Deol said he would never endorse pan masala, stressing that his conscience does not allow him to promote products he does not believe in. His remarks come amid FDA notices issued to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff

17 Aug 2026 10:06 am
Jasmine Bhasin reveals temporary memory loss after Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 stunt

Jasmine Bhasin has revealed that she experienced temporary memory loss after performing a challenging stunt on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. The actress opened up about the frightening experience, highlighting the physical and mental toll of the reality shows demanding stunts

17 Aug 2026 9:53 am
Kunickaa Sadanand extends support to protesting JPSC, JSSC aspirants in Ranchi

Kunickaa Sadanand joined protesting JPSC and JSSC aspirants in Ranchi, urging the Jharkhand government to address their concerns with transparency and accountability. Supporting their demand for opportunities, she advised students to seek written assurances

17 Aug 2026 9:12 am
Have you Heard? Ranveer Singh kickstarts shooting for Pralay

Ranveer Singh has begun shooting Pralay, an end-of-the-world action thriller, in Mumbai. The actor, who is also producing the film, stars alongside Kalyani Priyadarshan. Directed by Jai Mehta, the large-scale theatrical actioner is being filmed across Mumbai and its outskirts

17 Aug 2026 9:03 am
Rasika Dugal wins Best Actress at IFFM, says Delhi Crime was her best decision

Rasika Dugal says starring in Delhi Crime has been one of her best career decisions, especially after winning Best Actress (Series) at IFFM. She feels her character Neeti Singhs emotional evolution mirrors her own journey across three seasons

17 Aug 2026 8:54 am
Harshad Chopda gets candid about Lock Upps impact on his mental well-being

Harshad Chopda says he entered Lock Upp to show his authentic self rather than win. The actor found reality TV mentally taxing, but now feels confident about doing another show and continues recovering from its after-effects

17 Aug 2026 8:50 am
Sidhant Gupta on Duet: The character gave me sleepless nights

Sidhant Gupta stars in Sheetal Menons short film Duet, playing a pianist dealing with loss. The actor spent nine months on the project and learned piano, describing the emotionally demanding film as a powerful, deeply immersive experience

17 Aug 2026 8:40 am
Jackky Bhagnani reveals why Shahid Kapoors Ashwatthama project was shelved

Shahid Kapoor and producer Jackky Bhagnani are looking for the right project to collaborate on professionally after 20 years of friendship. Bhagnani also explained why their ambitious Ashwatthama: The Saga Continues was shelved, citing concerns over originality

17 Aug 2026 8:17 am
Sayeed Quadri on revisiting Awarapan songs: Nostalgia cannot be forced

Sayeed Quadri says he never expected Awarapan songs Toh Phir Aao and Tera Mera Rishta to gain cult status. Revisiting them for Awarapan 2, he focused on preserving their emotional essence while allowing the music to evolve

17 Aug 2026 8:11 am
Sonu Nigam on Haryanvi music, copyright fight and his 30-year musical journey

Sonu Nigam is exploring Haryanvi music with his new single Chunni, inspired by the genres growing popularity. He discusses embracing independent music, his recovery from a painful pinched nerve, copyright advocacy and his upcoming Revolution World Tour celebrating 30 years

17 Aug 2026 7:40 am
Inside David Dhawans 75th birthday bash with Salman Khan and Sajid Nadiadwala

David Dhawan celebrated his 75th birthday with a star-studded gathering attended by Salman Khan, Varun Dhawan, Sajid Nadiadwala and Rumy Jafry. From Salmans cowboy-hat look to Varuns affectionate birthday wish for his father

16 Aug 2026 10:42 pm
Amaal Mallik on there being more enemies as he opens up on creative differences

Amaal Mallik opens up about handling creative differences in Bollywood, saying he refuses to back down when it comes to his music. The composer, who created Yeh Awarapan for Awarapan 2, says standing by his creative choices may mean less work and more enemies

16 Aug 2026 10:04 pm
Rumer Willis celebrates sister Tallulahs wedding: My baby girl is married

Rumer Willis celebrated her younger sister Tallulah Willis wedding to Justin Acee by sharing heartfelt pictures and moments from the ceremony. Calling Tallulah her baby girl, Rumer described the wedding as extraordinary and filled with love, whimsy and magic

16 Aug 2026 8:47 pm
Awarapan 2: Moviegoer claims he couldnt breathe inside theatre, deets inside

An Awarapan 2 screening at a Ghaziabad theatre reportedly turned uncomfortable after a moviegoer complained that the auditoriums AC was barely working during the 10.30 pm show. The viewer said the hall became humid and stuffy

16 Aug 2026 8:34 pm
Priyanka Chopra wishes brother-in-law Joe Jonas with a funny birthday post

Priyanka Chopra wished her brother-in-law Joe Jonas on his birthday with a hilarious social media post. Sharing a candid picture of the singer laughing, the actress joked that the moment was not supposed to be funny

16 Aug 2026 5:49 pm
Ananya Panday flaunts pimple patches as she gets candid about skin woes

Ananya Panday shared a candid glimpse of her sudden skin breakouts on Instagram. Sporting pimple patches and a makeup-free look, the actress kept things relatable as she opened up about dealing with everyday skincare woes

16 Aug 2026 4:13 pm
Toxic's Yash reacts to Allu Aravinds KGF comment: 'Cinema is collective effort'

Toxic star Yash has addressed veteran producer Allu Aravinds old remark about his fame before KGF, agreeing that the blockbuster expanded his reach but stressing that cinema is a collective effort. The actor said success belongs to writers, technicians, directors and actors alike

16 Aug 2026 4:13 pm
Niti Taylor opens up on online trolling: I no longer get affected

Niti Taylor opened up about dealing with online trolling, saying her perspective has changed over the years. The actress believes trolling is part of a success story and has chosen to focus on her work and supporters instead of online negativity

16 Aug 2026 3:46 pm
Ghost and Thaggedele actor Ananya Raj dies at 27

Actor Ananya Raj, known for films like 7 Hours to Go, The Final Exit and Ghost, has passed away at 27. Her family revealed she died peacefully in her sleep on July 15 after battling physical and mental discomfort for over a year

16 Aug 2026 1:25 pm
THIS Kasautii Zindagii Kay actor arrested for attacking RPF personnel with razor

Kasautii Zindagii Kay 2 actress Antara Banerjee was allegedly involved in an incident aboard the Aravali Express on August 12. She reportedly entered a reserved AC coach with a sleeper ticket and allegedly attacked an RPF official

16 Aug 2026 1:18 pm
Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, Tiger Shroff face FDA action over pan masala ad

The Maharashtra FDA has reportedly issued show-cause notices to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff over a pan masala ad. The regulator alleges the campaign amounts to surrogate advertising and has sought explanations from the actors

16 Aug 2026 11:38 am
Yash reacts to Tabaahi being compared to a condom ad: 'Won't do it for free'

Yash has addressed Tabaahis comparison to a condom ad, joking that he would do one for money. He also defended the intimate scenes in Toxic, saying the film was always positioned as a fairytale for grown-ups

16 Aug 2026 10:36 am
Khushbu Sundar marks 40 years of South cinema with gratitude

Khushbu Sundar celebrated 40 years in South cinema by looking back at her journey from a 15-year-old debutante in Kaliyuga Pandavulu. She thanked fans and expressed gratitude to D. Ramanaidu, K. Raghavendra Rao and Suresh Naidu

16 Aug 2026 10:00 am
Niki Walia explains why she prefers playing supporting characters

Niki Walia explained why she opts for supporting roles despite playing the lead in 28 shows. She said supporting characters reflect real-life relationships and are more relatable to audiences. She also credited OTT for giving them greater visibility

16 Aug 2026 9:55 am
Ishwak Singh on Independence Day: Our diversity of ideas is our strength

On Independence Day, Ishwak Singh stressed the importance of debates, dialogue and respecting ideological differences. The Rocket Boys actor said Indias diversity of ideas, cultures and perspectives is its strength and can help build a stronger nation

16 Aug 2026 9:53 am
Himanshi Khurana recalls fears over religion after split with Asim Riaz

Himanshi Khurana opened up about her split with Asim Riaz, revealing how religious differences led to an internal conflict. She said she felt she was betraying her God and feared she might not be able to follow her faith anymore

16 Aug 2026 9:46 am
Yash breaks silence on Rashmika Mandannas Mr showoff remark

Yash has reacted to Rashmika Mandannas 2017 Mr Showoff remark on Aap Ki Adalat. He said everyone is entitled to an opinion, but someones perception cannot define his personality. Yash also urged fans to respect fellow actors

16 Aug 2026 9:05 am
Tiger Shroff's zombie comedy to reunite Paresh Rawal, Nana Patekar and others

Paresh Rawal, Nana Patekar, Anil Kapoor and Suniel Shetty will reprise their iconic characters in Ahmed Khans yet-untitled zombie comedy, headlined by Tiger Shroff. The film, produced by Firoz A Nadiadwallah, is expected to roll by year-end

16 Aug 2026 8:08 am
Ramayana China edit to be 33 minutes shorter than Indian version

Ranbir Kapoor-led Ramayana will reportedly have a 166-minute cut for its China release, 33 minutes shorter than the Indian version. Titled Ramayana: The Legend of the Prince, the edit is linked to Chinas strict content and censorship rules

16 Aug 2026 7:48 am
Vedika Pinto recalls being scoffed at by filmmaker for asking for script

Vedika Pinto says she wants to explore more romance and comedy after Musafir Cafe. She also recalls a filmmaker mocking her for asking for a script, contrasting the experience with Anurag Kashyap, who backed her and Aishwarya Thackeray in Nishaanchi

16 Aug 2026 7:43 am
Have you heard? Kartik Aaryans musical rolls again after multiple delays

Kartik Aaryans much-delayed musical, reportedly titled Tu Meri Zindagi Hai, has resumed its Mumbai schedule. Sreeleela has joined the team and is shooting her portions, marking her Bollywood debut, while Kartik has nearly completed his shoot

16 Aug 2026 7:34 am
Ram Gopal Varma had the greatest independence from marriage

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, who is known for his controversial opinions, has shared a clever remark with regards to independence on India's 80th Independence Day.

16 Aug 2026 12:03 am
TMKOC team celebrates Independence Day at Empire State Building in New York

The Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah team recently visted the Empire State Building in New York to celebrate India's Independence Day 2026. Actor Adivi Sesh was also seen accompanying the cast

15 Aug 2026 11:31 pm
Independence Day 2026: Vijay Deverakonda wishes fans with new Ranaabali poster

Wishing all Indians around the world a happy Independence Day, Telugu star Vijay Deverakonda on Saturday urged people to remember how hard our forefathers had to fight for our freedom and to never forget the cost.

15 Aug 2026 10:56 pm
Samantha Ruth Prabhu joins Celebrity MasterChef Tamil

Amid her maternity break, Samantha Ruth Prabhu has now joined Celebrity MasterChef Tamil. Talking about the show, Samantha said it is unlike anything she has done before, and thats exactly what made it impossible to say no

15 Aug 2026 10:45 pm
We Got You, Girl trailer: Barkha Singh, Aisha Ahmed show girl power

Prime Video has unveiled the trailer of its upcoming MX Original series We Got You, Girl, featuring actors Barkha Singh and Aisha Ahmed as hosts.

15 Aug 2026 10:32 pm
Watch: Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao look worried as son Azad cries outside pet clinic

A video of Aamir Khan along with ex-wife Kiran Rao and son Azad is going viral on the internet, where Azad is seen crying while leaving a pet clinic in the city. Aamir and Kiran look visibly worried as they step out

15 Aug 2026 10:25 pm
Batwara 1947: Madras High Court grants anti-piracy injunction the the film

Sunny Deol's partition drama, Batwara 1947, was recently granted anti-piracy injunction by the Madras High Court. The injunction protects the film against piracy and unauthorised online and cable distribution

15 Aug 2026 9:10 pm
Allu Arjun posts Indian flag without Ashoka Chakra, deletes it later

Allu Arjun is facing massive backlash online over his Independence Day post, which included India's national flag without the Ashoka Chakra. The actor deleted the post soon after

15 Aug 2026 8:38 pm
Awarapan 2: Emraan Hashmi hints at a third film amid sequel's success

Emraan Hashmi, who is basking in the success of Awarapan 2, has now hinted at the possibility of a third part of the film. The actor, while attending a screening in Mumbai, the actor said, 'very soon'

15 Aug 2026 7:58 pm
Awarapan 2 earns 4 times more than Batwara 1947 on day 1

Emraan Hashmi's Awarapan 2 is clearly overpowering Sunny Deol's Batwara 1947 at the box office at the Independence Day clash. The film earned four times more than the partition drama on day 1

15 Aug 2026 7:33 pm