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Sandra Bullock marked Fathers Day with a touching tribute to her late father. Sharing rare photos, the actress reflected on his unwavering love, support and service to the country, remembering the profound impact he had on her life
Sara Ali Khan shared a heartwarming collage from a theatre outing with her mother, Amrita Singh, and her grandmother, Sharmila Tagore. The post offered fans a rare glimpse of the three generations spending quality time together
Lin Laishram celebrated husband Randeep Hooda on his first Fathers Day after the birth of their daughter Nyomica. Sharing an adorable photo, Lin praised Hoodas dedication as a father, while the actor also paid tribute to his own dad with a heartfelt post
Chunky Panday recalled a hilarious prank by Akshay Kumar during the shoot of Housefull. After Akshay invited the entire crew for a meal in Italy, everyone disappeared, leaving Chunky alone to deal with the restaurant bill and an angry manager
Kangana Ranaut celebrated Fathers Day by sharing a rare throwback photo of her father and a heartfelt note. The actress thanked him for passing on his genes, saying she is proud to have inherited his blazing eyes, curly hair and baby face
Aftab Shivdasani looked back at his childhood days on the sets of Mr. India with filmmaker-choreographer Ahmed Khan. Sharing a nostalgic post, Aftab recreated an old photograph with Ahmed while reflecting on their journey from child actors to actor-director collaborators in Welcome To The Jungle
Courteney Cox paid a heartfelt tribute to late Friends director James Burrows, recalling how he guided the cast and made them feel safe and confident. Cox shared behind-the-scenes memories and praised his talent, humility and lasting impact on television
Sanjay Dutt paid a heartfelt tribute to his late father, Sunil Dutt, on Fathers Day. Sharing a throwback photograph, the actor expressed how much he misses his father and called him his eternal source of strength and inspiration
Kajol marked Fathers Day by sharing a rare photograph of her parents, Tanuja and Shomu Mukherjee. In an emotional note, the actress reflected on her late fathers lasting influence and said she misses him every single day
Virat Kohli stole the spotlight at the One8 Global Premiere event as he sang along to Karan Aujla's hit song Winning Speech. A viral video showed the cricketer enthusiastically vibing to the performance, delighting fans and sparking widespread social media buzz
Rashmika Mandanna shared an emotional note for her character Diya Reddy from Cocktail 2, thanking fans for their love as the film opened strongly at the box office. Co-starring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, the film has started its theatrical run on a positive note
Twinkle Khanna shared a heartfelt memory of her late father, Rajesh Khanna, recalling how he called her the best present on his 31st birthday. In an emotional note, she also reflected on loss and how she still sees traces of her father in herself
Toy Story 5 has debuted with a massive USD 160 million in North America and USD 312 million globally, becoming the biggest opening of 2026 and the largest debut in the franchises history. The film, featuring voices by Tom Hanks and Tim Allen, also includes an original song by Taylor Swift
After months of postponements, Yash-starrer Toxic has locked August 28 as its release date. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the fantasy action film will compete with Vvan, Eetha, and Bhogi during one of the busiest release windows of 2026
The Voice of Hind Rajab is expanding beyond India after a promising box-office run. Distributor Manoj Nandwana revealed that release talks are underway in Maldives, Nepal and Bhutan, while interest from Afghanistan has sparked plans for community screenings in makeshift theatres
Co-producer Prabhleen Kaur reflected on the long journey of bringing Titans story to screen as Made in India: A Titan Story premiered in Times Square. She revealed that extensive collaboration with Titan, archival research, and multiple drafts helped ensure an authentic portrayal
Ahmed Khan on reuniting Akshay Kumar and Raveena Tandon in Welcome To The Jungle 22 years after their last film together. He shared what went behind the scenes while filming with them
Yashs Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is set for an August 26, 2026 release and will clash with Sidharth Malhotras Vvan during a festive holiday window. The box-office battle has sparked buzz over Kiara Advani and Sidharth competing indirectly
AR Rahman unveiled the teaser of a special tribute song featuring one of Asha Bhosles final recordings. Released on World Music Day, the emotional collaboration celebrates the legendary singers enduring legacy and her immense contribution to Indian and global music.
Indias Got Latent Season 2 faced backlash after a joke referencing Epstein Island went viral online. While some viewers criticised the humour as insensitive and the show as overly scripted, others defended its edgy comedy, keeping the series at the centre of debate
A worker named Raju Tiwari reportedly died after collapsing on the set of Love and War near Mumbai. Sanjay Leela Bhansalis production house and FEFI have offered Rs 40 lakh compensation to his family following the tragic incident
Javed Akhtar shut down an Islamophobic troll on social media by reminding them that he is an atheist. His response went viral, with many praising the veteran writer for challenging assumptions about religion and identity with a factual comeback
Television actress Shafaq Naaz announced her marriage to Zeeshan after dating for one and a half years. Sharing romantic wedding pictures on social media, she surprised fans and received an outpouring of love and congratulations from friends and industry colleagues
On Fathers Day, Iqbal Khan opened up about being a protective girl dad, sharing his parenting rules, daughters reactions to his fame, and how fatherhood changed his perspective on women, teaching him greater respect, patience, and understanding
The 50-year-old Japanese woman accused of forcibly kissing BTS member Jin during a 2024 fan event has reportedly objected to the courts proposed trial schedule. The case, centred on consent and celebrity safety, continues to draw widespread attention ahead of proceedings
Samay Raina won praise after shutting down a misogynistic remark on India's Got Latent Season 2, referencing the viral Rs 370 biryani controversy. Viewers applauded the comedian for promoting accountability and consent while addressing a topic that sparked widespread backlash
Rocking Star Yashs Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups will release worldwide on August 26, 2026. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the pan-India film unveiled a new poster featuring Yashs dual avatars and promises a grand festive release across multiple languages
Preity Zinta once addressed being the second choice for Kal Ho Naa Ho after Kareena Kapoor. During a candid chat with Karan Johar, the actress said the film was destined for her and compared the situation to a pair of jeans someone tried on but never bought
Olivia Wilde has revealed that Pamela Anderson supported her during the intense scrutiny surrounding Don't Worry Darling. Wilde recalled Andersons advice to stay soft and not let public criticism harden her during a difficult period
Swanand Kirkire shared that he never planned a career in music and wanted to be a director, but Bawra Mann's success changed everything. He also spoke about criticism, AI, remake culture, and how Navrai Majhi broke Bollywood wedding-song norms
Dinesh Lal Yadav opened up about the transformation of rural India, saying villages today have better roads, hospitals and infrastructure. The actor-politician also highlighted the rise of polyhouse farming and exotic vegetable cultivation
Kajal Aggarwal celebrated Fathers Day by sharing a heartwarming family picture featuring husband Gautam Kitchlu and their son Neil. The actress penned a sweet note for Gautam, giving fans a glimpse into their family life and special bond
Shilpa Shetty praised Narendra Modi for promoting yoga across India and the world on International Yoga Day 2026. The actress urged people to embrace yoga as a lifestyle and highlighted its benefits for mental and physical well-being
Jennifer Aniston paid an emotional tribute to late James Burrows, the legendary director behind Friends. Sharing photos and memories, Aniston called him a father figure who guided, supported and inspired the cast throughout their journey on the iconic sitcom
Chris Pratt is set to star in a new buddy-comedy shorts series focused on American history alongside presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin. The project will blend live action, animation and humour to explore key moments and constitutional values from US history
Famke Janssen has expressed disappointment over not being included in Avengers: Doomsday, despite several of her former X-Men co-stars returning. The actress, who played Jean Grey/Phoenix, said Marvel made a mistake and added that she is still ready
Mohanlal's upcoming film Athimanoharam has crossed a major milestone. Director Tharun Moorthy revealed that another shooting schedule has been wrapped and nearly 80% of the film is now complete. The filmmaker thanked the cast and crew
Lagaan completed 25 years, and actress Gracy Singh marked the milestone with an emotional note. The actress revealed that her character Gauri became her second name in real life and thanked audiences, along with Aamir Khan and the film's team, for its enduring legacy
Shabana Azmi shared a heartwarming glimpse from an intimate gathering where she was serenaded by husband Javed Akhtar and singer Shankar Mahadevan. The veteran actress posted a candid photo and called the duo her two favourite people
Anand Raaj Anand has opened up about the return of his iconic song Uncha Lamba Kad in Welcome To The Jungle. The composer said he never truly went away from music and described the song's comeback 19 years later as magical, emotional and deeply satisfying
Priyanka Chopra has revealed that she is collaborating with Angelina Jolie on an undisclosed project, exciting fans worldwide. She also named Angelina Jolie, Penlope Cruz, and Salma Hayek among her inspirations while gearing up for several upcoming international film projects
After her Bollywood debut in I Want to Talk and Telugu musical Sing Geetham, Ahilya continues living in Auroville instead of Mumbai. Inspired by Shoojit Sircars advice, she prioritizes strong stories and meaningful characters while staying connected to nature and away from industry politics
Upendra Chauhan, who stars alongside Kareena Kapoor Khan in Meghna Gulzars Daayra, praised the actresss humility, discipline, and professionalism. He shared that working with Khan helped him understand the importance of consistency, preparation, and respecting the collaborative filmmaking process
As actor Anjali Sivaraman gears up for Mira Nairs Amri, the actor says working in the West has always been part of her plan, the actress is now eyeing for global opportunities
Alia Bhatt and Sharvari were seen promoting their film Alpha on the first episode of Samay Raina's India's Got Latent season 2. The comedian took a jibe at Alia Bhatt over her Cannes appearance, Jigra and her award show trolling
Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently sparked rumours about her pregnancy after her recent appearance at a celebration of Maa Inti Bangaaram. However, sources have now confirmed the development
On the occasion of their daughter, Klin Kaara's third birthday, Ram Charan and Upasana took to social media to reveal the little one's face. So far they always posted pictures, keeping Klin Kaara's face hidden
The Bengaluru police have arrested three accused in the case surrounding actor Rukmini Vasanth's deepfake videos. The police have even seized the mobile phones of the three accused for creating and sharing AI-generated videos of the actress
Alpha stars Alia Bhatt and Sharvari are all set to appear on the first episode of Samay Raina's controversial show, India's Got Latent Season 2. Samany Raina confirmed their presence after much speculation
The director of the iconic sitcom Friends, James Burrows, passed away on June 19, at the age of 85. Although the cause of his death is still unknown, the cast of the iconic show took to Instagram to pay heartfelt tributes to the filmmaker

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