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Toxic: Yashs film gets 18 rating in UK, scores high for violence and sex

Yashs Toxic has received an 18 rating in the UK, with the BBFC giving it 5/5 for violence, sex and injury detail. The film also scored higher for sex than Ranveer Singhs Dhurandhar: The Revenge

19 Aug 2026 7:13 pm
Kala Hiran controversy: Makers move SC against Salman Khans plea

Producer Amit Jani has approached the Supreme Court challenging the Delhi High Courts order to remove Kala Hirans teaser and promotional material. Salman Khan had alleged that the campaign violated his personality rights and harmed his reputation

19 Aug 2026 6:36 pm
Apoorva Mukhija reacts to Shivangi Joshi crying in Lock Upp: 'This is wrong'

Apoorva Mukhija reveals she has moved to New York to pursue an MBA, saying she applied to only one college. She also opened up about Shivangi Joshis emotional side on Lock Upp, questioning why the actress cried over everything

19 Aug 2026 5:16 pm
Nayyi Navelli: Yami Gautam turns bhabhi daayan in quirky family entertainer

Yami Gautam is set to headline Nayyi Navelli, a fantasy family entertainer set in Meerut. She plays a picture-perfect bride whose arrival brings harmony, until her brother-in-law suspects she could be a daayan

19 Aug 2026 4:59 pm
Govindas manager confirms Sunita Ahuja has withdrawn divorce petition

Govindas manager Shashi Sinha confirmed that Sunita Ahuja has withdrawn her divorce petition against the actor. He said the family matter should have remained private and added that everything is now fine between Govinda and Sunita

19 Aug 2026 3:55 pm
AR Rahman thanks Salman Khan for joining Asha Bhosle tribute music video

AR Rahman expressed gratitude to Salman Khan for joining a tribute music video for late singer Asha Bhosle. He praised Salmans affection for Asha and generosity in celebrating her extraordinary legacy, calling the moment special

19 Aug 2026 3:19 pm
Priyanka Chopra shares new travel update from Warsaw amid Varanasi shoot

Priyanka Chopra has shared a glimpse of Warsaw Chopin Airport on Instagram, hinting at a new trip without revealing its purpose. The update follows her recent family travel post, while she continues shooting SS Rajamoulis Varanasi

19 Aug 2026 3:19 pm
Emma Thompsons mother Phyllida Law passes away at 94

Veteran Scottish actress Phyllida Law, mother of Emma and Sophie Thompson, has died aged 94. Law passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on July 27. Her eight-decade career spanned theatre, television and films, including collaborations with her daughters

19 Aug 2026 3:15 pm
Emraan Hashmis wife Parveen recalls his struggles as Awarapan 2 soars

Emraan Hashmis wife Parveen celebrated Awarapan 2s biggest opening of his career with an emotional note. She praised his 23 years of patience, dedication and faith, recalling how he kept working through highs and disappointments

19 Aug 2026 3:10 pm
Soha Ali Khan on keeping daughter Inaaya away from social media

Soha Ali Khan opens up about limiting daughter Inaayas photos online, saying the world has become scarier. She worries about image misuse and believes children should have informed consent before their lives are shared publicly

19 Aug 2026 3:06 pm
FIR lodged against Dhamaal producer Indra Kumar over alleged Rs 1.50 crore fraud

A fraud case has been registered against Dhamaal producers Indra Kumar and Ashok Thakeria over an alleged Rs 1.50 crore rights deal. A distributor has claimed that worldwide distribution, digital rights and copyrights to the 2007 comedy were sold to his company

19 Aug 2026 3:04 pm
Anjali Arora says playing Mata Sita came with immense responsibility

Anjali Arora, who plays Sita in Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha Shri Ram Ki, says the role has been an emotional and responsible journey. She is inspired by Sitas strength, dignity, patience, faith and inner courage

19 Aug 2026 2:58 pm
Kartik Aaryan injured during action shoot for Kabir Khans Captain India

Kartik Aaryan reportedly suffered a severe knee injury while filming an action sequence for Kabir Khans upcoming sports drama. The actor was hospitalised in Mumbai and has been advised surgery, with the shoot temporarily paused as he recovers

19 Aug 2026 1:44 pm
Why did Nick Jonas not get Kristoff's role in Frozen

Nick Jonas has opened up about a hilariously awkward audition for Disneys Frozen, revealing that he walked in hoping to play Kristoff without even knowing what song he was supposed to sing. The singer admitted he had no sheet music either and ultimately bombed the audition

19 Aug 2026 1:27 pm
Watch: Sunita Ahuja spotted at family court amid divorce rumours with Govinda

Sunita Ahuja was spotted at Mumbais Bandra Family Court with son Yashvardhan, sparking fresh speculation about her marriage to Govinda. The visit comes amid reports of her 2024 divorce petition, though neither Sunita nor her team has clarified the reason

19 Aug 2026 1:20 pm
BLACKPINK Jennies agency warns of legal action over malicious editing

BLACKPINKs Jennie has announced strict legal action over malicious online content following her Summer Sonic 2026 performances in Japan. Her agency OA Entertainment said it will target false information, manipulated photos and videos, privacy violations and defamatory content

19 Aug 2026 1:15 pm
Chris Evans opens up on the 'strange feeling' of being a dad to his baby girl

Chris Evans has opened up about the unexpectedly emotional side of fatherhood, revealing how much he misses his daughter Alma even when she is right beside him. The Marvel star also shared a sweet glimpse into Almas bond with his beloved dog Dodger

19 Aug 2026 12:52 pm
Kangana Ranaut turns to spirituality, visits Siddhivinayak, Mumba Devi temples

Kangana Ranaut visited Mumbais Siddhivinayak and Mumba Devi temples during Sawan, seeking blessings and sharing glimpses of her spiritual outing. Dressed in a traditional Kanjivaram saree, she offered prayers at both shrines and was accompanied by security personnel

19 Aug 2026 12:43 pm
Raj Kundra on Shilpa Shetty divorce rumours making him feel suicidal in jail

Raj Kundra has opened up about his 63-day stay at Mumbais Arthur Road Jail, revealing that reports claiming wife Shilpa Shetty wanted a divorce pushed him to an emotional breaking point. Kundra said he felt like ending his life after hearing the rumours

19 Aug 2026 12:41 pm
Rabb Se Hai Dua: Amrapalli Gupta claims Dheeraj Dhoopars routine caused delays

Rabb Se Hai Dua actress Amrapalli Gupta has alleged that Dheeraj Dhoopars working routine caused delays on set. She claimed the actor often took time to begin shooting and had a post-lunch nap, adding that his alleged behaviour may have contributed to the show ending

19 Aug 2026 12:08 pm
Kanwar Dhillon says actors deserve due credit in TV shows: Its about respect

Kanwar Dhillon has questioned the absence of actors names from television show credits, calling it unfair. He stressed that actors work tirelessly to bring characters to life and deserve recognition alongside directors, writers and other departments, primarily as a mark of respect

19 Aug 2026 12:02 pm
2026 VMAs nominations: Madonna tops list, Taylor Swift close behind; BTS gets 2

The 2026 MTV VMAs nominations are out, with Madonna leading the pack with 11 nods, followed by Taylor Swift with nine. Ariana Grande and Sabrina Carpenter earn seven each, while BTS score two nominations for SWIM; other global stars also feature across major categories

19 Aug 2026 11:27 am
Manju Warrier, Dileep attend same event 11 years after divorce; video goes viral

Manju Warrier and Dileep made a rare public appearance at the same Kerala event, 11 years after their divorce. The former couple attended producer Listin Stephens theatre inauguration, arriving separately and sitting apart. Videos from the gathering have gone viral online

19 Aug 2026 11:10 am
Kangana Ranaut backs Isha Koppikars andhbhakt remark, shares anecdote

Kangana Ranaut backed Isha Koppikars andhbhakt remark, highlighting her clarification that her devotion is towards India, not any political party. Kangana recalled protesting against a teacher who allegedly hit children and said patriotism allows people to question authority while loving their country

19 Aug 2026 11:00 am
Kevin Hart calls wife Eniko his 'bestie for the restie' in birthday post

Kevin Hart celebrated wife Eniko Harts birthday with a playful Instagram tribute, calling her his bestie for the restie while adding his trademark cheeky humour. The comedian shared pictures and videos from her celebrations

19 Aug 2026 10:18 am
Shakira pledges to rebuild 10 schools after Colombia earthquake

Shakira made a surprise visit to earthquake-hit Choco in western Colombia and pledged to help rebuild at least 10 schools and restore a damaged technological university. The singers Barefoot Foundation is leading the education recovery effort

19 Aug 2026 10:10 am
Ghost Rider: Ryan Gosling's Marvel film set for July 2028 release

Disney has set Ryan Goslings Ghost Rider for a July 28, 2028 theatrical release. Directed by Shawn Levy, the Marvel film will arrive between an untitled X-Men movie in May and Black Panther 3 in December, making it the third Marvel release of 2028

19 Aug 2026 10:05 am
Hayden Panettieres past Neutrogena claims trigger boycott calls after her death

Hayden Panettieres claims about Neutrogena have resurfaced following her death, with fans criticising the brand over its alleged decision to end their partnership after she discussed postpartum depression. Panettiere also spoke candidly about childbirth trauma, addiction and her custody decision

19 Aug 2026 9:58 am
Extraction 3: Pierce Brosnan joins Chris Hemsworth as filming begins

Pierce Brosnan has joined Chris Hemsworth in Netflixs Extraction 3 as filming gets underway in Australia. The former James Bond star is among five new additions to the action franchise, alongside Don Lee, Joe Taslim, Chi Lewis-Parry and Siena Agudong

19 Aug 2026 9:57 am
The Traitors 2: Shalini Passi claims Mallika Sherawats Dolce dress is fake

The Traitors 2 contestant Shalini Passi questioned Mallika Sherawats claim that her green dress was from Dolce and Gabbana. Shalini said she noticed the brand label while helping Mallika with her microphone and suggested the outfit did not appear authentic

19 Aug 2026 9:42 am
Have you heard? Parvathy Thiruvothu to star with Kartik Aaryan in Captain India

Parvathy Thiruvothu has joined Kartik Aaryan-starrer Captain India, directed by Shimit Amin. Inspired by a real-life rescue mission, the survival thriller features Kartik as a pilot leading an evacuation operation. The film will reportedly be shot in India and Morocco

19 Aug 2026 8:59 am
Erica Fernandes on TVs changing audience: 'They are looking for great content'

Erica Fernandes returns to television after five years with 108 Base Hospital-Uri, calling its medical-army setting a refreshing change. She discusses shooting in Kashmir, learning medical terminology and why she believes audiences now seek relatable and authentic content

19 Aug 2026 8:35 am
Mann Sundar 3: Ankur Bharddwaj calls Nakul-Nihaal's bromance a 'beautiful bond'

Ankur Bharddwaj explores a lighter side of his craft as Nakul Maheshwari in Mann Sundar 3. He enjoys the characters playful personality and brotherly bond with Nihaal, while acknowledging the pressure of meeting expectations from the shows established audience

19 Aug 2026 8:06 am
Vikram Singh Chauhan talks about his TV-to-film transition with Pooja Meri Jaan

Vikram Singh Chauhan spent five years without work while transitioning from television to films. He says patience paid off with Pooja Meri Jaan, where he stars alongside Huma Qureshi and Mrunal Thakur

19 Aug 2026 7:58 am
Mirzapur- The Movie: Ali Fazal builds wrestlers physique after intense training

Ali Fazal underwent 15 months of intense training to transform into wrestler Guddu Pandit for Mirzapur: The Movie. He built a muscular frame through wrestling, strength and combat training, using the physical transformation to reflect Guddus rage and intensity

19 Aug 2026 7:50 am
Raaka: Will Smith in talks to play antagonist opposite Allu Arjun

Allu Arjun and Atlees Raaka, already featuring Deepika Padukone, could be getting a major Hollywood addition. Reports claim Oscar winner Will Smith may shoot his portions in an overseas schedule after being approached to play the sci-fi epics antagonist

19 Aug 2026 7:41 am
Watch: Pooja Hegde grooves to her hit Butta Bomma at New York India Day Parade

Pooja Hegde attended New Yorks India Day Parade as chief guest and grooved to her hit song Butta Bomma. She cheered a fan performing the songs signature hook step before joining him and dancing along with a big smile

18 Aug 2026 10:25 pm
Hayden Panettiere death: Friend reveals she suffered severe pain

Hayden Panettieres longtime friend Erick Orellana revealed the actress suffered severe back pain before her death at 36. He said her condition affected her mobility, making it difficult for her to move her legs

18 Aug 2026 8:52 pm
Anupama Parameswaran recalls being slut-shamed by boyfriend before Paradha event

Anupama Parameswaran opened up about alleged narcissistic abuse in a past relationship, recalling how her boyfriend allegedly slut-shamed her before a Paradha event. She also revealed how the experience affected her self-image

18 Aug 2026 8:24 pm
How Gangnam Style singer Psy's concert disrupted a baseball match in Busan

Gangnam Style singer Psys Summer Swag concert caused an unexpected disruption at a baseball game in Busan after fireworks smoke drifted from the nearby venue into Baseball Stadium. The haze became thick enough to affect visibility, forcing umpires to halt the game for 19 minutes

18 Aug 2026 8:21 pm
Dhurandhar actress Ayesha Khan engaged? Here's the truth behind proposal photos

Dhurandhar actress Ayesha Khan sparked engagement rumours after sharing dreamy pictures with a mystery man and flaunting a big diamond ring. While fans wondered if she was engaged, the post appears to be linked to a jewellery brand photoshoot

18 Aug 2026 7:18 pm
Amitabh Bachchan reveals he was once told to quit acting over his height

Amitabh Bachchan opened up about the criticism he faced early in his career, recalling how he was told he was too tall and knew nothing about acting. He also remembered a director once asking him to leave after he arrived late on set

18 Aug 2026 6:44 pm
Watch: Zendaya's doppelganger goes viral online due to striking resemblance

A Zendaya lookalike has gone viral after a clip from a French YouTube series was shared online. The woman is not Zendaya, but a participant in a show featuring celebrity doubles. Heres how the viral confusion began, and what the footage actually shows

18 Aug 2026 5:51 pm
Sayani Gupta on her film Aasmani being pulled from TIFFNZ over copyright row

Sayani Gupta addressed the copyright row after her directorial debut Aasmani was withdrawn from a New Zealand film festival. She called the film original and said the claims were based on assumptions without the complainant watching the film

18 Aug 2026 5:38 pm
The Revolutionaries: Bhuvan Bam, Rohit Saraf-led series to premiere on Sept 11

Prime Video has announced September 11 as the worldwide premiere date for Nikkhil Advanis period drama The Revolutionaries. Inspired by Sanjeev Sanyals bestselling book, the series stars Bhuvan Bam, Rohit Saraf, Pratibha Ranta and Gurfateh Pirzada as four lesser-known revolutionaries

18 Aug 2026 4:45 pm
Exclusive | Shaleen Malhotra returns as Army officer in 108 Base Hospital-Uri

Shaleen Malhotra returns as Army officer Tegvir in 108 Base Hospital-Uri, following his iconic role as Karan Shergill in Ziddi Dil Maane Na. He says Tegvir is more relaxed, expressive and highly trained, while sharing the same discipline, patriotism and commitment to country

18 Aug 2026 4:05 pm
Ranveer Singh to make production debut with Pralay after Dhurandhar's success

Ranveer Singh is taking on a new role. The actor will headline Pralay, which also marks his debut as a producer under Maa Kasam Films. The move comes after the Dhurandhar franchise delivered major domestic, global and streaming milestones

18 Aug 2026 3:57 pm
Shatrughan Sinha alleges BJP paid trolls to target daughter Sonakshi

Shatrughan Sinha defended Sonakshi Sinha amid trolling over her support for student protests. He alleged the backlash was manufactured by the BJP IT cell and paid trolls. He also reacted to claims that she might join politics for being vocal

18 Aug 2026 3:45 pm
Batwara 1947 director clarifies Sunny Deol is NOT playing a Pakistani

Rajkumar Santoshi says investors initially rejected Batwara 1947 because Sunny Deol plays an Indian Muslim uprooted during Partition. He clarified the character is not Pakistani and revealed Aamir Khan offered to produce the film if no one backed the subject

18 Aug 2026 3:31 pm
The Revolutionaries: Bhuvam Bam, Rohit Saraf-led series to premiere on Sept 11

Prime Video has announced September 11 as the worldwide premiere date for Nikkhil Advanis period drama The Revolutionaries. Inspired by Sanjeev Sanyals bestselling book, the series stars Bhuvan Bam, Rohit Saraf, Pratibha Ranta and Gurfateh Pirzada as four lesser-known revolutionaries

18 Aug 2026 3:22 pm