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Mammoottys character Burma Karthikeyan, also known as Siya or The Elder One, has been unveiled from Om Chapter 1: Udhiram. The action thriller marks his Tamil comeback, with Dhanush, Sai Pallavi, Sreeleela and Naseeruddin Shah
Waheeda Rehman once revealed how Bharatanatyam paved the way for her entry into films. Recalling her journey on The Kapil Sharma Show, the veteran actress said she was only 13 when offers began coming her way after people saw her photographs
Malayalam filmmaker R Sarath, best known for Sayahnam, Sthithi and Sheelabathi, died at 65 while undergoing treatment in Trivandrum. An award-winning director, Sarath also made documentaries and short films, leaving behind a diverse body of work
Singer-songwriter Noel Gallagher thinks his brother Liam Gallagher is delightful now, following the Oasis bandmates' turbulent relationship that led to a rift when the band split in 2009
Diljit Dosanjh shared a hilarious glimpse of breakfast with his team, joking about their complimentary meal and his food preferences. In the video, the singer-actor tells the waiter, No ham, no cheese, no beef, no pork. Only vegetable, salt & pepper
Friends star Courteney Cox once revealed the unusual tricks she used to remember her dialogues on the hit sitcom. In a resurfaced clip from The Graham Norton Show, Cox recalled hiding scripts in a fruit bowl and even the sink
Oscar-winning filmmaker Danny Boyle has confirmed that generative artificial intelligence was used for around 30 seconds in his new film Ink, which chronicles the rise of British tabloid newspaper The Sun in the 1970s
Filmmaker Rakesh Roshan's daughter Sunaina Roshan celebrated her father's birthday saying that she is 'Forever proud to be her father's daughter' in a heartfelt birthday wish for him on social media
Ranveer Singhs leaked look from Pralay has created a buzz online. The actor is seen sporting long hair and a rugged avatar while carrying a child, with fans comparing him to Dhurandhar. Another picture appears to show zombies
Raftaar and KRSNA spoke exclusively to mid-day about showing up during student protests, saying their decision was not about publicity. Raftaar recalled being part of the Nirbhaya march too, while KRSNA called out those who may join causes for eyeballs
Kanika Mann says she overcame her fear of captive reality shows to enter Bigg Boss 20. With her career thriving, she wants to challenge the perception that celebrities join the show only for a career boost
Gladiators: In Pursuit of Challenges explores Ajith Kumars passion for racing, featuring his family, including wife Shalini and son Aadvik. The documentary captures his professional racing journey, challenges and dedication, offering fans a glimpse into his life beyond cinema
Bigg Boss 20 has just premiered, and Mahhi Vij is already making headlines after a promo showed her riling up housemates. Sana Makbul has now taken a dig at Mahhi and hinted that viewers will soon see her true colours
Diljit Dosanjh wins hearts during his European tour after gently correcting a fan who wore a T-shirt pairing his name with the sacred Sikh symbol Ik Onkar. He explained its significance and asked the audience to forgive the fan
Sanjay Dutt humorously declined Maharashtra minister Pratap Sarnaiks request to speak in Marathi at an event, joking that even during his six-year prison term, he did not learn the language. The exchange sparked attention online
Rob Reiner was honoured posthumously with an Emmy for his performance in The Bear, marking his first acting win since 1978. Wendi McLendon Covey accepted the award as the audience stood in tribute to the late Hollywood star
Isha Rikhi is entering Bigg Boss 20 with no fixed game plan, saying she wants to remain true to herself. Despite anticipating trolling and difficult situations, she believes her life experiences have made her stronger and vows not to give up
Mahhi Vijs strong personality appears to have caused friction inside the Bigg Boss 20 house. Her interactions over chores and tea leave several housemates, including Arishfa Khan, Aman Gandhi and Isha Rikhi, miffed, with contestants calling out her bossy behaviour
Akshay Kumar recalled a hilarious incident on Kaun Banega Crorepati when his starstruck house help accidentally spilled four glasses of water on Amitabh Bachchans kurta. The mishap happened during Bachchans visit to Akshays Lokhandwala home, leaving everyone laughing
Kushal Tanwar, aka Gullu, has entered Bigg Boss 20 after winning multiple reality shows, including Roadies and Splitsvilla. Despite his success, he says he does not want to carry the reality-show tag forever and hopes to explore other opportunities
Hina Khan has addressed Kriti Sanons Raksha Bandhan ad controversy, saying actors can choose to opt out of projects if they feel they could backfire. However, she stressed that Kriti did not deserve the intense backlash and criticism she faced
Aasif Khan talks about entering Bigg Boss 20, meeting Salman Khan and his journey from theatre to films, OTT and television. He also recalls working with Salman in Dhinka Chika and calls Mirzapurs big-screen adaptation a proud moment
Ahead of her Bigg Boss 20 journey, Mary Kom received a special message from Priyanka Chopra. The actor praised her strength and resilience while warning the housemates that her knockout punches could be devastating
Anjali Anand hit back at a paparazzo after he made a remark about her and Shiv Thakare. The actress told him to body shame his wife. Anjali, who starred in Dhamaal 4, has often spoken about facing body shaming and promoting body positivity
Raj Babbar showered grandson Imaan Babbar Soni with birthday love as he turned 13. Sharing a sweet picture, the veteran actor called him the undisputed boss of the house and praised him as a kind and thoughtful young man
Naila Grrewal, who is set to make her South debut with Atlees Raaka, says South cinemas strength lies in its cultural roots, authentic storytelling and strong writing, which have helped it build a powerful identity among audiences across India
Ameesha Patel slammed dating rumours with Hardik Pandya after a video of them together went viral. She sarcastically responded to a social media user who read a romantic angle into her friendly gesture towards the cricketer
Rani Mukerji and Abhishek Bachchan may reunite on screen in King nearly two decades after Laaga Chunari Mein Daag. Interestingly, the actors could reportedly be paired opposite each other, while Abhishek is said to play the antagonist
Vijay Varma, who plays Sunny Deols antagonist in Antony, has shot a dance number set in a circus. Composed by Salim-Sulaiman, the track features Varma as a circus artiste and gradually reveals his characters backstory and dark intentions
Ranbir Kapoors Love & War teaser, initially planned for his September 28 birthday, will reportedly now get a theatrical launch with Ramayana Part 1. The teaser is expected in November, ahead of the films January 2027 release
Rapperiya Baalam is set to send a legal notice to the makers of Mirzapur The Movie, alleging his song Shoorveer was used without permission or credit. He has also objected to the track being used on Munna Bhaiyyas character
Composer Ray says Ghoom Ghoom gave him the chance to create a gritty sound inspired by Rajasthan. Working with Ankur Tewari, he explored original Indian instruments and believes the song offers a new sonic world while staying true to the directors vision
Celina Sharma says collaborating with Sonu Nigam on Centre of Peace taught her the importance of passion and attention to detail. She calls his ad-libs amazing and says her sophomore album Chapter 2 reflects her personal journey
Mahhi Vij entered Bigg Boss 20 as the final contestant after years of turning down the show. Encouraged by her children, she finally accepted. Salman Khan welcomed her, while Mahhi said motherhood made her strong, though controlling her temper could be challenging
Singer Kailash Kher has reacted to the criticism surrounding jokes involving Bihar and Kashmir on the stand-up comedy show India's Got Latent, calling for greater awareness and civility in public discourse
Actor Chunky Pandey recently spoke about his admiration for Govinda, revealing that the veteran actor played a significant role in inspiring him to pursue acting.
Isha Rikhi entered Bigg Boss 20 days after announcing her divorce from Badshah. Recalling her struggles, she said broken trust changed her completely. Salman Khan urged her to keep personal matters private, avoid taking names and move forward from her past.
Ace fashion designers Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla recently marked 40 years of their label with a grand and glamorous celebration at their new flagship store in Mumbai. For the celebrations, the designers brought the OG models from yesteryear back to the ramp
Bigg Boss 20 began with Kanika Mann as its first contestant. Salman Khan welcomed the Naagin 7 actress with jokes about her dragon character. Inside, Bigg Boss appointed Kanika as the puppet master, giving her power over contestants entering after her
Farah Khan recently penned an emotional note as she sent her triplets, Czar, Anya and Diva to college in three different cities. She took to Instagram to share a post with a fun Bollywood reference
Fashion designer Masaba Gupta has taken a fresh jibe at Mrunal Thakur over her past remark calling Bipasha Basu 'manly with muscles.' Masaba praised Bipasha for her athletic build and muscles
Actress Poonam Pandey has strongly reacted to Swara Bhasker's remarks about the jauhar sequence depicted in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Padmaavat.
Bigg Boss Telugu 10: Dashavatharam is all set to begin as Nagarjuna returns to host the 10th edition. To mark the milestone, the other Bigg Boss South hosts Vijay Sethupathi, Mohanlal and Kichcha Sudeep will be joining him
Jasmine Bhasin has slammed rumours suggesting that she has broken up with her longtime partner and actor Aly Goni. The rumours started after Jasmine shared a now-deleted post where she explained the meaning of her tattoo
Catch up on top sports headlines, including Erling Haaland's goal for Manchester City, US Open miracle and BCCI's meeting update
The climax of Mirzapur The Movie has left many with multiple questions, particularly regarding the fate of Mohitt Maalik's character Birju Lohar in the franchise. Here's what happens to his character
Punjabi singer Parmish Verma has officially announced his divorce from wife Geet Verma, also known as Guneet Verma, after 5 years of marriage. The singer also announced his new relationship withmodel Harman Brar
A Mirzapur: The Movie screening reportedly turned chaotic after fans of Munna Bhaiya and Guddu Bhaiya allegedly got into a physical fight. A video showing the scuffle has surfaced online, sparking reactions from social media users
Mirzapur: The Movie witnessed strong growth on Day 2, earning Rs 32.5 crore in Hindi and taking its two-day total to Rs 60.35 crore. The film is riding on strong word of mouth and is eyeing a Rs 95 crore weekend
Noida-based creator Anamika slammed the crowd at a Mirzapur: The Movie screening, claiming some people had arrived drunk. She said she and her friend left after the theatre management failed to address their concerns

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