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Amitabh Bachchan recalled failing an examination and appearing for an ATKT, sharing an early academic setback from his youth. The veteran actor also revealed that he once aspired to become an Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer before pursuing a career in films
Tara Sutaria has opened up about her dyscalculia diagnosis, sharing how the learning disability affects her ability to deal with numbers and finances. The actor said she feels fortunate to have her fathers support, as he helps manage her financial matters
Orry appeared on Samay Rainas Indias Got Latent Season 2, where their playful banter included a warning from Orry: Andar jaayega toh bahar nahi aayega iss baar. The episode also featured Archana Puran Singh, Nishant Suri and Sharon Verma
Kichcha Sudeep has praised Yash for taking a creative risk with Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups despite mixed audience reactions. Sudeep said attempting such an unconventional film takes courage, applauding Yash for moving beyond the formula associated with KGF
Dil Chahta Hai has completed 25 years, marking a major milestone for Farhan Akhtars iconic directorial debut. Saif Ali Khan, Aamir Khan and Farhan reunited to celebrate the films silver jubilee, revisiting the friendship, memories and enduring legacy of the cult classic.
In the Saif Ali Khan stabbing case, accused Mohammad Shariful Islam has approached a Mumbai court seeking to plead guilty. His lawyer has also requested leniency. The court has sought the prosecutions response and adjourned the hearing to September 11
Phonographic Performance Ltd sends legal notice to producer Aamir Khan after Kal Ho Naa Ho song is used without authorisation at an alleged Batwara 1947 event; the stars production house deny all allegations saying they didnt organise the said event or have any role to play in playing the song
Aamir Khan is in talks to headline a reboot of the Race franchise, with Sidharth Malhotra and Tiger Shroff also likely to join. Both actors have reportedly heard and liked the script, while Vijay Krishna Acharya will direct the action thriller
K Annamalais criticism of the CBFC over graphic violence has triggered discussions within the board. Officials are reportedly reviewing parameters for assessing extreme violence, amid backlash against Toxic and Marco
Kareena Kapoor Khan will headline Arati Kadavs 1990s-set procedural drama, reportedly a Netflix original. Produced by Harman Baweja, the film marks their first collaboration and begins filming in September
YouTubers and influencers have recieved a legal notice from the team of Yash-starrer Toxic over their negative review. Another YouTuber has now made the same claim on social media and slammed Yash as another 'rich' person.
Mom-to-be Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently interacted with new mothers on Instagram, wherein she revealed that she had already gained 11 kgs of weight. She also shared how she feels empowered and happy
Salman Khan celebrated Raksha Bandhan with his family on Friday. Following the celebrations, Arpita shared a video wherein she is seen performing rituals and tying rakhi to Salman Khan
Breaking Bad actor Aaron Paul recently celebrated his 47th birthday, but the day turned into a confusion after many on the internet feared that the actor was dead. His death rumours began doing rounds leaving fans worried
Amid the devastating and tragic flash floods that hit Nepal, several Bollywood celebs have now come forward to express their heartbreak and shock, extending support to the victims affected
Amrish Puri's son Rajeev Puri dismissed the long-standing rumour of his father slapping Govinda when he arrived nine hours late and also shared why they may not have collaborated again.
Amid the controversy surrounding Kriti Sanon's clothes in a Raksha Bandhan ad, actor Celina Jaitly is now facing scutiny online after she was seen celebrating the festival at an event in Mumbai wearing a deepneck blouse
Mohit Malik opens up about playing Birju Lohar in Mirzapur: The Film, revealing that he underwent an intense physical and psychological transformation for the role. He grew his beard, built a desi physique and immersed himself in the character for months
Actress Dia Mirza recalled how filming the song 'Mujhe Tumse Mohabbat Hai' pushed her out of her comfort zone, especially as she was still learning to accept her own body.
Salman Khan was spotted after celebrating Raksha Bandhan with his sisters, Alvira Khan Agnihotri and Arpita Khan Sharma. Away from film sets and blockbuster buzz, the superstar appeared to spend the festival in full family mode
Following days of public exchanges and throwing shade at each other, Kangana Ranaut and Baba Ramdev have buried their feud on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. Kangana shared a note on social media calling him her elder brother
Gal Gadot has addressed speculation about her return as Wonder Woman in the revamped DCU. The actress revealed that the studio had previously expressed interest in developing a third film, but she has not had any recent conversations about reprising the iconic role
Kylie Jenner has revealed that she wants bigger boobs in the future, joking that she wants her breasts to walk in before she does. The beauty mogul said she is not rushing into another procedure, but may revisit the idea after turning 30
Manasi Joshi Roy recalls cherished Raksha Bandhan celebrations with brother Sharman Joshi and their extended family, including singing Bhaiya Mere Rakhi Ke Bandhan Ko Nibhana. She also reveals that Sharman gifted her a silver necklace and earrings set from his first earnings
Zeenat Aman marked Raksha Bandhan by remembering her late on-screen brother Dev Anand and their iconic bond in Hare Rama Hare Krishna. She also recalled filming in Nepal and expressed concern for those affected by the devastating floods, urging support for authorised relief efforts
Shehnaaz Gill reveals that Singh vs Kaur 2 feels like the outcome of her manifestation. The actress shares how the sequel became a reality, making the project particularly special as she returns to a franchise close to her heart
Ahead of Raksha Bandhan 2026, late actor Sushant Singh Rajput's sister Shweta Singh Kirti remembered their fond memories of the festival in a heartfelt Instagram post
Rajat Bedi talks about presenting the Marathi film Bandhu and reveals why the story convinced him to come on board. He says the film explores emotions and relationships in a way that connects deeply with every family member
Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar penned a sweet birthday note for his wife, Shibani Akhtar, on social media. Calling her his sunshine, the actor showered his wife with love on her special day
Actress Rakul Preet Singh, who is awaiting the release of her upcoming epic film Ramayana, has shared insights into her role of Surpanakha in the film. The actress, who essays the role of Ravanas sister, has revealed what drew her to the character
Kriti Sanon has cheekily referenced her Raksha Bandhan outfit controversy in a sweet post with sister Nupur Sanon. Sharing a picture of them tying rakhis to each other, Kriti joked that the Rakhi fashion committee is still in session, while shifting the focus back to what she says truly matters
Arti Singh opened up about celebrating Raksha Bandhan with brother Krushna Abhishek this year. She recalled his memorable teenage visit to Lucknow to tie her rakhi, gifting her his only chain, and revealed that Krushnas biggest wish is to see her happily married
Madhu Chopra has reacted to Kriti Sanons Raksha Bandhan ad controversy, saying personal choice is important but should come with boundaries, dignity and respect for others values. Her comments come after GIVA withdrew the campaign and Kriti strongly defended her outfit
Rukmini Vasanth faced trolling and moral policing over an intimate sequence in Toxic. After a social media post labelled her wife material and questioned her role, fans defended the actor, calling out the sexist expectations and hypocrisy surrounding female performers
Sameer Nair recalled the scepticism surrounding Kaun Banega Crorepati before its launch, revealing that the show was considered an expensive gamble. He explained why Amitabh Bachchan was chosen as host and how KBC eventually became a landmark television success
Beyonc has announced a personal donation of $1 million to support relief efforts in Colombia after a devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit Choc. Her contribution will help provide food and housing supplies, joining relief efforts backed by fellow music stars
Dwayne Johnson has switched up his pre-workout routine, replacing his usual Cream of Rice with blended cooked jasmine rice and protein powder. The fitness enthusiast says the fast-digesting shake gets him ready for his first working set
Robert Downey Jr celebrated 21 years with wife Susan Downey in a heartfelt Instagram post, calling her his lioness and SuperBuddy. The Hollywood star described himself as her adult cub and expressed gratitude for being guided on a path of righteous humility
Babita Singh Reporting follows underconfident cop Babita Baby Singh, played by Nimisha Sajayan, as a trip home pulls her into an unexpected investigation. The slow-burn mystery works best as a story of self-worth, with Baby gradually learning to stop pleasing everyone
K Annamalai has criticised Yash-starrer Toxic over its misogynistic themes, violence and intimate scenes. He called for stricter certification norms and urged theatres to ensure minors are not allowed into A-rated screenings
Kangana Ranaut celebrated Raksha Bandhan with her brother, sharing pictures of the rituals and puja thaal. Her post came days after she criticised Kriti Sanons Rakhi ad for missing traditional elements, including parents, halwa puri, dhoop, akshat and teeka
Actor Sanjana Sanghi, who is celebrating the festival of Raksha Bandhan with her brother for the first time in 10 years this year, opens up about her plans and excitement. She also recalls the best gift that he ever got her
Anil Kapoor is set to host India Ke Top 1 Percent, a new reality game show premiering September 19 on Star Plus. Featuring 100 participants and 13 common-sense-based questions, the show offers a collective prize pot of up to Rs 1 crore
Kamya Panjabi opened up about the painful years of her first marriage, recalling domestic violence and controlling behaviour. She revealed that she used makeup to hide injury marks and continued working while keeping her struggles private
Krystle DSouza reacted to Shahneel Gills elimination from The Traitors 2, accusing her former ally of plotting against her. Calling the betrayal heartbreaking, Krystle said Shahneels exit was karma, while her social-media post sparked reactions from fans and fellow contestants
Chilling CCTV footage reportedly shows four suspected attackers approaching Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan moments before he was shot outside a gym in Shamli. Preliminary information suggests around 18 rounds were fired
Veteran Telugu actor and producer GV Narayana Rao has passed away. Chiranjeevi confirmed the news in an emotional post, remembering his dear friend and praising his distinctive acting across films and television serials
Yash-starrer Toxic witnessed a sharp drop on Day 2, collecting Rs 36.40 crore net in India. Its two-day India net total stands at Rs 137.50 crore, while the worldwide gross has reached Rs 190.75 crore amid largely negative reviews
Angad Bedi celebrated wife Neha Dhupias birthday with a heartfelt Instagram post. He shared a carousel of their cherished moments, followed by a candid video of Neha dancing, while fans and the actors loved ones showered her with birthday wishes
Veteran Telugu actor and producer GV Narayana Rao has passed away. Chiranjeevi confirmed the news in an emotional post, remembering his dear friend and praising his distinctive acting across films and television serials

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