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Eros International has moved the Bombay High Court against Aanand L. Rai, alleging that Tere Ishk Mein was promoted as a spiritual sequel to Raanjhanaa without permission. The company has sought Rs 84 crore in damages for copyright and trademark infringement.
Kangana Ranaut revisited the turmoil of 2016, calling it one of the most miserable phases of her life amid her legal dispute with Hrithik Roshan. She said her career high was overshadowed by legal battles and industry divisions
Akshay Kumar recalled how his mother-in-law Dimple Kapadia had imparted valudable wisdom to him about Twinkle Khanna`s nature as he was about to marry her
Vir Das spy comedy Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos opened to a positive response, earning Rs 1.25 crore nett on Day 1. Strong word of mouth and weekend momentum are expected to boost its box office performance
T-Series Films shared a picture imitating a newspaper, with the headline stating: Dhamaal 4 In Cinemas 12th June 2026. Ab Dhamaal bola hai toh karna hi padega. Stay Tuned.
A.R. Rahman hinted that changing power dynamics and possible communal bias may have slowed his Hindi film work. Javed Akhtar, however, dismissed the claim, saying Rahman is widely respected and highly approachable
Pooja Bhatt looked back with gratitude as Jism completed 23 years since its release, calling it a work that mirrored its time and reshaped the conversation around desire in Hindi cinema
Punjabi singer B Praak has received a chilling death threat demanding Rs 10 crore, conveyed through his friend Dilnoor. The caller, claiming to be Arju Bishnoi, warned of dire consequences if the ransom wasnt paid within a week
AR Rahman spoke about work slowing down in Bollywood, because People who are not creative have the power now to decide things, and this might have been a communal thing also
Sony Kaur has denied dating singer Talwiinder, clarifying that her cryptic Instagram post was not directed at him. Her statement comes amid rumours linking Talwiinder with actor Disha Patani after the duo were spotted together at a wedding
The song, Hum To Tere Hi Liye, from Vishal Bhardwaj`s directorial O` Romeo is out. It features Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, whose tender emotions contrast against the film`s dark, gritty backdrop
Ushmey Chakraborty reflected on how surreal it feels to see his father complete five decades in cinema. He also reflected on growing up around film sets and witnessing Mithun Das dedication to his craft
Veteran actress Shabana Azmi wished good health to her husband, Javed Akhtar, on his birthday. The veteran screenwriter and lyricist turned 81 on 17 January
Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda passed away in October 2025 after battling for his life for 11 days following a major road accident in Himachal Pradesh. He was 35 years old
Sunny Deol was seen enjoying a wood-fired pizza in the chilly weather. He was wearing a beanie and had draped a thick grey wool shawl, as he grappled with the cold
The upcoming live-action film will follow the storyline of the second animation, continuing the adventures of Hiccup as he manages to open up his village to co-existence with dragons
The Supreme Court has asked Karisma Kapoor to respond to Priya Kapurs plea seeking certified copies of her 2016 divorce records with late Sunjay Kapur. The move comes amid a protracted inheritance dispute over the industrialists Rs 30,000-crore estate
Tamannaah Bhatias dance number Aaj Ki Raat from Stree 2 has crossed a massive one billion views on YouTube. Calling it a special milestone, the actor thanked fans on Instagram and shared behind-the-scenes moments from the songs shoot
Emilia Clarke had a delightful surprise in New York when former Game of Thrones co-star Jason Momoa visited her dressing room. Sharing a picture on Instagram, she called him her dragon daddy and described the reunion as the perfect highlight of her trip
Will Smith embarks on a five-year, seven-continent journey in National Geographics Pole to Pole, pushing his limits for 100 days. From Antarctica to the Amazon, the series captures extreme landscapes, daring challenges, and inspiring encounters
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is gearing up to shoot two grand song sequences for Love & War featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal. The first lavish dance number, choreographed by Ganesh Acharya, is set to go on floors next week
Meerra Chopraa has shifted focus from acting to producing, co-producing Gandhi Talks. Citing longevity concerns and industry hustle, she also speaks about facing sexism, saying women producers arent taken seriously in a patriarchal film industry
Rani Mukerji says Mardaani 3 was physically tough and emotionally draining, as it reflects real cases of missing girls. She believes that every director has added to the crime dramas gritty world. She also dedicates the National Award victory to her late father, Ram Mukerji
BTS has unveiled the title of their upcoming album, ARIRANG, inspired by Koreas iconic folk song. Announced days after their world tour reveal, the album marks a new chapter for the band and has sparked massive excitement among fans worldwide
Prabhas upcoming film Spirit, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, has officially locked its release date. One of the most anticipated films, the high-intensity drama is set to hit theatres on March 5, 2027
Dhurandhar 2 will witness a box office clash with Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-Ups on March 19. Amid this, rumours were rife that Aditya Dhar will postpone the release of Ranveer Singh`s film. He has now reacted to the claims
Rani Mukerji says that the fiery response to the Mardaani 3 trailer is a testament that, as a country, we are always ready to raise our voice against social crimes
Kiara Advani made Sidharth Malhotras birthday special with adorable pics, a cute video, and a heartfelt post. Calling him Saraayahs favourite human, she said shes still crushing on him, and now their little one is too
In an exclusive interaction with mid-day, Amruta Khanvilkar, who plays a Customs Officer and a single mother in Taskaree: The Smuggler`s Web, shares her inspiration for the character, trusting director Neeraj Pandey for a spectacular arc, and more
At its core, Daldal is not just a crime suspense story, but a powerful exploration of trauma and morality - driven not by the question of who committed the crime, but by the far more haunting question of why
When Happy Patel, a blustering failure of a spy, discovers he is Indian, he volunteers for a dangerous, high-profile rescue mission in Goa to return to his homeland, unaware that the Don has been baying for his blood. The film transitions between being a gangster actioner, a romantic comedy, and an emotional tale of an NRI finding his roots
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma have purchased a five-acre land parcel in Alibaug worth Rs 37.86 crore, marking their second investment in the area in four years. The land, located near Awas Beach, was registered in January 2026
The trailer of Bindiya Ke Bahubali Season 2 teases rising tensions and power struggles within the Davan family. With Chhote Davan taking charge, ambition and betrayal push the town of Bindiya towards chaos
Away from the spotlight, Ranveer ushered in the New Year in New York with Deepika Padukone. He is celebrating the success of Dhurandhar with his family, especially his daughter Dua
The teaser of Ek Din offers a glimpse into a magical, old-school love story led by Sai Pallavi and Junaid Khan. With soulful music and tender moments, it promises to revive classic romance on the big screen
Ameesha Patel and Sunny Deol were a part of the blockbuster movie Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, which was released in 2001 and went on to become one of the biggest hits of that year
In her note shared on her Instagram, Arti Singh fondly remembered how Rupali was just 16 years old when she worked in a film with Artis uncle, superstar Govinda
Shraddha Kapoor feels that nothing compares to the comfort of late-night drives through familiar streets in one`s own city, as she shared a video of herself driving at night
Karan Johar has purchased a Rs 8.05 crore apartment in Mumbais Khar West, as per registration documents. The property is located in Pali Vintage and offers strong connectivity and premium amenities
Dr Madhu Chopra took to Instagram and offered a beautiful and rare glimpse into her journey as a grandmother, expressing how it has filled her life with magic
The actor recently shared a video on his social media account, where he was seen sitting on the floor and expertly making and roasting rotis on a traditional chulha
Anupam Kher took to Instagram, where he shared images featuring his Khosla Ka Ghosla co-stars Boman Irani and Ranvir Shorey, along with Ramesh Sippy and his wife Kiran Juneja
Matt Damon worked with Clint Eastwood in 2009`s Invictus. Damon portrayed South African rugby player Francois Pienaar in the movie and spent 6 months learning the accent
Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur have sparked marriage rumours, with reports suggesting a private February wedding. However, neither actor has confirmed their relationship or wedding plans yet
Priyanka and Nick welcomed their daughter Malti Marie Chopra Jonas in January 2022. The couple had later revealed Malti Marie was born prematurely and spent over 100 days in the NICU before coming home
Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya celebrated their 10th engagement anniversary. They met on the sets of Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, where Vivek played ACP Abhishek, and Divyanka played Dr Ishita
The makers had announced in November 2025 that shooting for Vaazha 2 - Biopic of a Billion Bros, featuring Hashir, Alan, Ajin, Vijayan and others, had been completed
Suniel Shetty spoke about the importance of work-life balance, saying he does not believe in long working hours without proper breaks. He stressed that fitness and rest are key to sustaining productivity, even after three decades in the industry
While most prominent faces were seen exercising their democratic rights by voting at the BMC elections, a few film personalities gave the civic exercise a miss this time
Apart from Dhanush and Mamitha Baiju, Kara will also feature director K S Ravikumar, Jayaram, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Karunas and Prithvi Pandiraj in pivotal roles

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