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Kunal Kemmu reveals that Sharmila Tagore herself wanted to make a cameo in his upcoming film VIBE. After Soha Ali Khan told him about her mothers interest, Kemmu approached Tagore, who readily agreed. The actor-turned-director says he was careful to give the veteran a role
Neena Gupta says actors of her generation often struggle with ego and insecurity. Recalling an incident from a shoot, she said an actor pulled her back to take her spot. She added that she prefers working with younger actors
After the Delhi building collapse incident sparked concerns, actor Sonu Sood has now raised questions about the safety of students. He also suggested building new hostels on vacant government lands
Mary Kom opened up about Manipurs situation on Bigg Boss 20, admitting she feels helpless and ashamed that she could not do more for her state. She expressed hope for unity, peace and harmony among Manipurs different communities
Lisa Ray took a nostalgic trip back to her 1980s childhood, recalling the music, fashion and carefree moments that shaped her youth. From candy-coloured leg warmers and Flashdance-inspired style to Madonna, Michael Jackson and Duran Duran, the actor looked back at summers in Calcutta
Ella Bright appears to have put rumours of a fallout with her Off Campus co-star Belmont Cameli to rest after sharing fresh pictures featuring him. Speculation began when fans noticed Cameli had archived several promotional posts with Bright
MTV Roadies is reportedly heading to Netflix after the streaming giant struck an estimated Rs 18 crore deal with JioHotstar. The move follows Netflixs acquisition of MTV Hustle Season 5, though the Roadies deal remains officially unconfirmed
Panchayat actor Aasif Khan revealed he was offered Bigg Boss in 2022 but turned it down, saying off-camera acting was not his taste. He later joined Salman Khans show to explore television
Ellie Goulding reflects on her lifelong love for songwriting as she introduces her new music. The singer recalls writing songs with her guitar since she was eight and says music helped her escape difficult moments while finding joy. Goulding also thanks fans for supporting her journey
Parvathy Thiruvothu dismissed speculation about her unfollowing Geetu Mohandas, saying there was nothing behind it. She criticised attempts to pit women against each other and refused to comment on Geetus Toxic
Teri Hatcher is set to replace Vanessa Williams as Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada: The Musical in London. The Desperate Housewives star begins performances on October 20, following Williams final show on September 19
Dulquer Salmaan penned a heartfelt birthday note for his father, Malayalam superstar Mammootty, calling him his safest place in the world. The actor expressed gratitude for their bond, celebrating Mammoottys presence, love and unwavering support throughout his life
Qazi Touqeer and Yung DSA got into a heated argument on Bigg Boss 20 after Qazi mimicked the rapper. The clash turned personal when Yung said Bhai mat ban, prompting Qazi to warn him, Baap pe mat jaa.
Hanuman Ansh has delivered a stunning fifth weekend, earning Rs 49.25 crore nett. The film collected nearly four times Dhurandhar 2s Rs 12.55 crore and also surpassed the combined fifth-weekend earnings of Dhurandhar and its sequel
Mirzapur The Movie had another end credit scene that was shot but held back for Part 2. A source says the sequel was always part of the plan, with the unseen scene intended to set up the next chapter of the story
Ravi Tejas Irumudi has drawn criticism from Ayyappa devotees, who allege that the film hurts religious sentiments and misrepresents Guruswamis and devotees. The Akhila Bharata Ayyappa Deeksha Prachara Samithi has demanded an unconditional apology from the team.
Shehnaaz Gill opened up about visiting the India-Pakistan border with Gippy Grewal, reflecting on the emotional experience and shared humanity across borders. She said that despite being on different sides, people ultimately share the same heart and emotions
Naila Grrewal praises Ravi Kishans infectious humour and youthful energy, saying his fun personality makes him a viral sensation. She says his lively presence brings laughter to the Maamla Legal Hai sets and his youthful spunk reflects in his work
Mahhi Vij entered the Bigg Boss 20 house on Sunday, and her former husband Jay Bhanushali cheered her on social media. Sharing her entry promo, Jay wished her luck and called her The Don, adding, Kill it Tara ki mumma
Mani Ratnam returns to romance with Inji Vellam, starring Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi. The first-look motion poster shows the duo in an affectionate embrace. AR Rahman reunites with the filmmaker for the film, which releases in January 2027
Nora Fatehi faces a Rs 3-crore civil defamation suit from Dunes Aviation over her social media comments calling its aircraft a Lego airplane. The company claims her remarks led to booking cancellations and damaged its reputation
Bipasha Basu says she helped change Bollywoods beauty standards by challenging the preference for petite, fair actresses with her athletic frame. Her comments come amid backlash over Mrunal Thakurs old remark about muscular women
Sharib Hashmi reveals how he landed the bigger cop role in Haiwaan after initially being offered a smaller part. Though he assumed he had missed the opportunity when nobody contacted him for months, a call from casting director Amarbir Bajwa changed everything
Prithviraj Sukumaran reveals how SS Rajamouli encourages actors to share ideas on Varanasi. The actor says Rajamouli first seeks his thoughts on a scene before sharing his own perspective, creating a healthy exchange of ideas on set
In Ghamasaan, Pratik Gandhi plays a cop chasing a dacoit and says working with Tigmanshu Dhulia was more enriching than expected. He calls the filmmaker a passion-driven storyteller who challenges actors to deliver their best in every scene
Bigg Boss 20s Mahhi Vij sparks tensions with her bossy behaviour, ordering housemates around. She also repeatedly questions Isha Rikhi and Mary Kom about their divorces, before finally respecting their boundaries and dropping the subject
As Eisha Singh's Juhi Mui goes off air within just a few months of the premiere, the actress has expressed her disappointment, admitting that she feels heartbroken. The show went on air late in June this year
A viral video has sparked a wave of reactions that a Pakistani film copied a Salaar action sequence. However, the video was made by Pakistani content creator Haseeb Bilal, who is popular for recreating South Indian film scenes for online users.
BTS leader Kim Nam-joon aka RM was taken by surprise as fans celebrated his birthday early at the group's LA concert, leaving him emotional. He expressed his gratitude, calling ARMY his home
National Film Awards shift from Delhi to Gujarat for the first time in 72 years. The 72nd edition will be held in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, with President Droupadi Murmu presenting the honours.
Krystle D'Souza has revealed that she was offered the song Shararat in Dhurandhar just 4 days before the shoot. She also recalled being scared and not knowing how to dance
Ali Fazal, with his wife Richa Chadha, visited Mumbai's Gaiety Cinema to witness the audience reaction to Mirzapur The Movie. Seeing the show house-full, the actor got emotional and shared a heartfelt note, thanking the audience for their immense love towards him and the franchise.
Actor Rajesh Sharma has addressed his hospitalisation months after reports of an alleged insect bite circulated. The actor has now clarified that the incident did not take place on the sets of Prabhas' film
Aashiqui star Rahul Roy spoke about the financial challenges that he has been suffering after a brain stroke, stating that he has been rebuilding his career from scratch after transferring all his assets to his wife following their divorce.
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West put their differences aside to support daughter North West at her first solo gig in Chicago. The 13-year-old took centre stage for a rap performance, with both parents seen cheering and recording from separate balconies
Bigg Boss 13 runner-up, Asim Riaz, took to Instagram to slam the latest season as soon as it premiered on Sunday, September 6. Asim called Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 20 a flop season
Panchayat season 4 left viewers intrigued about what lies ahead for the Phulera gang, making the arrival of the next chapter all the more exciting. Now, director Kumar Mishra has shared an update on season 5, including a tentative release window for the popular show.
The Traitors India Season 2 is set for a reunion episode featuring Mallika Sherawat, Munawar Faruqui, Abhishek Malhan, Krystle DSouza and others. Hosted by Karan Johar, the episode promises confrontations, revelations and unresolved tensions from the game
Heartbeats Season 2 brings Harsh Beniwal and Shivangi Joshi back as Dr Akshat and Dr Saanjh at Veridian Hospital. The 20-episode series blends romance, ambition and medical drama and a medical scam adding fresh complications. The series streams for free from September 9
Surabhi Vanzara appeared on Indias Got Latent 2 and exchanged witty banter with Samay Raina. Taking a playful dig at the comedian, she told him, You disturbed the entire country, leaving the panel amused by her sharp comeback
Keneeshaa Francis is all set to join Ravi Mohan's directorial debut, An Ordinary Man, months after announcing her split from the actor. Keneeshaa and Ravi Mohan's relationship has often caught attention amid his divorce from Aarti Ravi
Aamrapali Dubey opens up about entering Bigg Boss 20, admitting the shows mental toll concerns her family. She wants to explore a new side of herself, stay honest, build friendships carefully and remain focused on winning
Waiting Hai turns Indias familiar railway ticket struggle into a quirky mystery. The teaser introduces Divyenndu as Railway Police officer Sugam Mishra, who notices that agents seem to secure confirmed tickets with suspicious ease
The Yash-led Toxic has turned out to be a major box-office failure, with losses crossing all barriers. The makers reportedly turned out a Rs 150 crore deal while seeking Rs 200 crore, expecting the film's commercial success to increase its value.
Shaque Trust No One, starring Parineeti Chopra, is set to premiere on Netflix on September 24. The mystery thriller marks Chopras series debut and follows a mothers nine-year search for her missing child. As she gets closer to the truth, the people around her come under suspicion
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

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