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A day after announcing Raah Records, Yash Raj Films has released its first original song, Jaadugari. Penned, composed and sung by Aman, the emotional track explores love, regret and heartbreak, while marking the beginning of YRF's new venture
Ektaa Kapoor dismissed rumours claiming Shreya Kalra has won Lock Upp, urging fans not to believe leaked winner reports. She said viewers should wait for the grand finale, where the official winner will be announced
Hollywood actor Christina Applegate has returned home after spending months in hospital amid her ongoing battle with multiple sclerosis. A source said all is well, months after Applegate shared that she was getting stronger and better every day
Aayush Sharma celebrated Arpita Khan Sharma's birthday with adorable family pictures featuring their children, Ahil and Ayat. In a heartfelt note, he called Arpita the strength behind their smiles, their safe place and the heart of their family
Actor Tabu has approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of her personality and publicity rights against alleged unauthorised use of her name, image, likeness and AI generated content. The matter will next be heard on August 6
Aamir Khan's security has been enhanced after a threat message linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang surfaced online. Mumbai Police have increased security around the actor's residence and are investigating the source of the post, while reviewing his existing security arrangements
Nikita Rawal criticised Ranbir Kapoor over his old beef comment, calling it disrespectful to Lord Ram. She questioned his casting in Ramayana and urged the actor to apologise if his past remarks hurt religious sentiments
A behind-the-scenes reveal from Spider-Man: Brand New Day has surprised Marvel fans after a wig company confirmed Tom Holland wore a custom-made wig for a flashback scene. The company clarified that Holland's real hair was used for almost the entire film
The makers of Heated Rivalry have issued a statement urging fans to give the cast and crew some space at filming locations as they begin filming for Season 2. The statement added that the wait for fans will be worth it
BTS member V (Kim Taehyung) is reportedly safe after a minor car accident following the group's MetLife Stadium concert. Viral videos sparked concern among fans, but reports indicated there were no injuries, leaving ARMY relieved
An old interview of Emily Blunt and Tom Cruise has resurfaced online, with the actress recalling one of the toughest days on the Edge of Tomorrow set. Blunt revealed the cramped conditions and heavy exosuits tested everyone's patience and pushed Tom Cruise to his limit
Shakira has shared an Instagram note for the young dancers from Uganda who performed alongside her and Burna Boy at the FIFA World Cup final halftime show. Calling them children of my own, the singer said they taught her the power of unconditional love
Jared Leto is no longer attached to Barry Levinson's political thriller Assassination. The decision came amid mounting sexual misconduct allegations against the actor. Leto has denied the allegations reported by Air Mail and those featured in the recent documentary
Gaurav Khanna revealed he was once labelled unlucky after several of his TV shows failed. The tag cost him work, but he remained determined, believing in his talent. He says perseverance and self-belief eventually helped him overcome the difficult phase
Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa is gearing up for its grand finale on Netflix. Hosted by Riteish Deshmukh and Farah Khan, the finale will see finalists including Shreya Kalra and Shivangi Joshi compete for the trophy and Rs 1 crore prize
Ishita Dutta and Vatsal Sheth took a quiet coffee break together amid the stress of their son's hospitalisation. The couple cherished a brief moment of togetherness while continuing to support their child through his recovery
Actor-filmmaker Arbaaz Khan was showered with love on his birthday as his wife Sshura Khan shared a heartwarming tribute celebrating both his special day and his role as a devoted husband and father
Jannat Zubair reacted to her link-up rumours with Elvish Yadav, calling them 'a little too much'.Jannat added that when the audience likes someone's on-screen bond, they often end up giving them a hashtag
Legendary filmmaker Sir Christopher Nolan, who has helmed The Odyssey, has shared that he doesn't think his adaptation of The Odyssey is at odds with Homer's ancient Greek epic. The 56-year-old director spoke about the differences between his adaptation and Homer's poem
The makers of Heated Rivalry have issued a statement urging fans to give the cast and crew some space at filming locations as they begin filming for Season 2. The statement added that the wait for fans will be worth it
Ajith Kumar's upcoming racing documentary has been titled Gladiators. The makers unveiled its first-look poster, offering a glimpse into the actor's passion for motorsport and his journey on the racetrack, leaving fans excited for the highly anticipated release
Mary Egida Rivera, who played a brief yet memorable part in 2021's Spider-Man: No Way Home, has died at the age of 82 after suffering a stroke. The actress played Ned's grandmother in the film and shared screen with Jacob Batalon, Zendaya, Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield
Singer Neha Bhasin recently shared a post slamming actress Bhumi Pednekkar over her recent remarks about the behaviour of protestors during the student protests. Addressing the actress directly, Bhasin told her it's best to keep her mouth shut
Have you heard? Imran Khan has confirmed that his long-awaited comeback as a leading man is finally complete. The actor revealed that he has wrapped shooting for Adhure Hum Adhure Tum
Avinash Mishra on the physical prep and mental resilience that helped him survive Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. He revealed how the show helped him in conquering his fears
Actor Rajendra Guptas daughter Raavee Gupta, who is seen in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, shares that she never introduced herself as Rajendras daughter.
Rajeev Siddhartha on finding a personal connection with his Musafir Caf character Rahil and the overwhelming love he has received. He recalls writing a couple of short stories to prepare for the part
Sources say Deepika Padukone is wrapping up the first part of Raaka before going on her maternity break in September. Atlee planned the schedules such that Padukone could be among the first ones to complete her commitment
Set to receive his first international award in Melbourne, Pankaj Tripathi reflects on how his art has taken him from humble beginnings in Gopalganj to a global stage. He also expressed pride of the global rise of Indian storytelling
Swanand Kirkire, who completed Yeh Prem Mol Liya shoot, shares how filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya creates an atmosphere of calm and kindness. He described it as an an experience filled with warmth
As Ramayana faces criticism over its costumes, social media has revived Adipurush memes. Netizens are once again mocking Om Raut's film for its VFX, visuals, costumes, and creative choices, while comparing both adaptations
Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat, best known as the terrifying villain in Ghajini, died at 74 after a relapse of blood cancer. The actor had been hospitalised for a month. He is survived by his wife and son and leaves behind a remarkable legacy
Jyotika recalled that she was once paid three times more than Suriya during the early years of their careers. She also praised her husband as a green flag, saying his belief in equality and respect for women makes him a remarkable partner
Kangana Ranaut has reacted to the controversy surrounding Udhayanidhi Stalin's arrest over his alleged remarks about Trisha Krishnan. Calling it a good precedent, the actor-politician said that public display of filthy abuses, double-meaning obscene and vulgar jokes is not acceptable
Nora Fatehi addressed dating rumours with Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, saying he is just a good friend and praising his football skills. She also denied rumours linking her to football star Achraf Hakimi, saying they had only recently met
Farhan Akhtar has dismissed rumours claiming he exited Lalkaara, clarifying that he was never officially attached to the Ashutosh Gowariker directorial. The sports drama, headlined by Aamir Khan, recently sparked speculation over Farhan's reported departure
Marathi film Tighee put Nehha Pendse back in the spotlight as an actor after she rose to fame with her stint in Bigg Boss 12. She tells mid-day that the film was special because it reminded her why she enjoyed acting
Jayati Bhatia revealed Deepika Padukone stunned her during Ram-Leela workshops by fearlessly hurling abuses as part of an acting exercise. She also said Cocktail had transformed Deepika into a fearless actress ready for any challenge
Dua Lipa and Callum Turner made their first public appearance as husband and wife at the One Night Only premiere, where the newlyweds shared a romantic kiss and stole the spotlight. The couple's loved-up moments, coordinated style and effortless chemistry became the highlight of the evening
Malaika Arora's new car puja video has sparked a debate on social media, with several users criticising her outfit and footwear during the ceremony. Several comments have flooded the internet, while some defended the actor and congratulated her on the purchase
Ranbir Kapoor shared that Ramayana Part 2 is already 50% complete even before the first film's release. Calling the adaptation challenging, he said the sequel will be bigger and more entertaining, with Sunny Deol's Hanuman playing a much larger role
Salman Khan got emotional while discussing Sohail Khan's divorce from Seema Sajdeh on Alliance. Recalling their marriage and separation, Salman praised Sohail's efforts to save the relationship and urged him to move on, heal and start dating again
Suriya revealed he took loans to ensure Karuppu released amid severe financial challenges, calling it a huge burden. The actor said his team never compromised on the film's vision, and its blockbuster success made every struggle worthwhile
Kanika Maheshwari opened up about playing the ruthless Husn Ara in Seher Hone Ko Hai, calling it the darkest role of her career. She also revealed how emotionally draining it is and spoke about the inspiration behind her podcast, The Auto Affairs.
Sonam Kapoor took a nostalgic trip down memory lane by resharing a tribute from Bhansali Productions featuring Saawariya. The actress fondly looked back at her debut film with Ranbir Kapoor and celebrated the memories associated with it
On Kishore Kumar's birth anniversary, playback singer Kumar Sanu shared a tribute, calling the legendary artist an everlasting inspiration. Remembering Kishore Da's timeless legacy, Sanu said, Some voices don't just entertain us, they become the soundtrack of our lives
Keerthy Suresh shared a glimpse of her demanding work schedule, revealing she stayed awake for 41 hours while moving between back-to-back shoots. Despite working nearly 20 hours straight, the actress called it a blessing and celebrated her busy life
Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid have sparked fresh wedding speculation after they were photographed wearing matching rings on their left ring fingers during a recent outing in Paris. The couple, who have been dating since 2023, have not commented on the topic
Arjun Rampal marked 25 years in the film industry with a heartfelt note recalling his debut, Pyaar Ishq Aur Mohabbat. Expressing gratitude to fans, he said every success and setback helped shape the artist he is today
Years after reports of Preity Zinta dating Australian cricketer Brett Lee surfaced, the latter has now reacted to the rumours, denying any romantic relationship. The cricketer added that they are still good friends

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