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Mona Singh and Vir Das appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati to promote Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos. Mona spoke about playing a rare negative role and recalled her struggle to bag Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin, revealing she gave nearly 50 auditions before success

I could watch Ikkis twice. The one thing you observe in Ikkis, decidedly a war film; makes no mistake, is the immersive, claustrophobic insides of a bloody battle-tank as the Indian Army advances across the border

Hollywood star Angelina Jolie visited the Egyptian side of the Rafah crossing into Gaza on Friday, where she met members of the Red Crescent and truck drivers ferrying humanitarian aid. After visiting the site she urged for more humanitarian help

Zubeen Garg`s wife, Garima Garg, along with his family, announced the formation of Zubeen Garg Trust to preserve the late singer`s artistic, social and cultural legacy. The trust will operate through three dedicated wings

Director H Vinoth addressed rumours of Jana Nayagan being a Bhagavanth Kesari remake, urging audiences not to judge the film beforehand. He said the answers would come once viewers watched the film

Marking one of the most defining and emotionally charged moments in its journey, Border 2 witnessed the grand launch of its song Ghar Kab Aaoge at LongewalaTanot, set against the iconic landscape of Jaisalmer

After reports of Laapataa Ladies star Pratibha Ranta starring in the Hindi remake of Dear Comrade opposite Siddhant Chaturvedi emerged, the actress has now reacted, urging fans to wait for the official confirmation

Naagin 7 has sparked buzz with a teaser hinting at a mysterious shape-shifting wolf who may trigger Anantas transformation into a Naagin. Reports suggest Vivian Dsena could play the ichchadhari wolf, though unconfirmed.

Dinesh Karthik praised Malayalam films Ponman and Eko, calling the performances and storytelling exceptional. He remarked that Malayalam cinema continues to operate on a different creative level

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah will ring in the New Year with a special tribute to Dharmendra, as Gokuldham Society celebrates his cinematic legacy. Members recreate his iconic roles, while producer Asit Kumarr Modi praises the veteran actors timeless impact

Vikas Khanna raised concerns about the carpet at Mumbai airport, calling it a potential health risk for people with respiratory issues. While praising the airports efficiency, he urged authorities to remove it for public safety

Two individuals have been arrested in Bengaluru for circulating obscene and derogatory social media posts about Darshan Thoogudeepa`s wife, Vijayalakshmi. Darshan is currently facing prison in connection with the murder of Renukaswamy

The Madras High Court has cleared the way for Sivakarthikeyan`s upcoming Parasakthi just in time ahead of its release on Pongal 2026. The film faced legal trouble after assistant director KV Rajendran filed a petition in the Chennai High Court

Amid the success of Dhurandhar, the Ranveer Singh starrer has now been declared tax-free in the region of Ladakh in India. The governor of the union territory announced the news on his social media account

Amid the massive success of Dhurandhar, an old video of Sandeep Reddy Vanga revealing Ranveer Singh as his first choice for Kabir Singh has resurfaced. The filmmaker later went on to praise Ranveers powerful performance in Aditya Dhars blockbuster

Chatha Pacha taps into the raw and visceral world of Keralas wrestling culture. In a film that celebrates strength, authority, and mass appeal, Mammoottys presence feels just right

Nawazuddin Siddiqui once joked that he faced repeated rejections in marriage because women preferred Akshaye Khanna. The anecdote resurfaced amid praise for Akshayes work, highlighting his enduring charm, fan following, and upcoming projects

Mona Singh revealed on Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 that she gave around 50 auditions to land Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin, travelling daily from Pune to Mumbai. Her candid account highlighted perseverance behind her iconic television breakthrough

Nani took to his Instagram account to introduce his character `Jadal` from The Paradise. In the poster, Nani is seen in a rugged and intense avatar, exuding ferocity

Thalapathy Vijays farewell film Jana Nayagan opens on January 9 with advance bookings touching Rs 15 crore despite limited screens. FDFS celebrations are planned across locations, with Keralas first show rescheduled to 6 am

Nidhi Dutta said the song was created 29 years ago by her father, JP Dutta, Javed Akhtar, Anu Malik, Sonu Nigam, and Roop Kumar Rathod. She said, Same Emotions, Lyrics that Echo The Heartache of New Characters but the Same Immortal Melody

Television actor Krripp Kapur Suri and his wife, Simran Kaur, have announced their divorce after a long union of 11 years. Krripp plays the role of Arun, a traffic police officer, on the show Udne ki Aasha

The cast of Oh My God 3, Akshay Kumar`s beloved franchise, just got bigger with actress Rani Mukerji joining the upcoming instalment. The film is currently in the pre-production stage and is expected to go on floors by mid-2026

An alleged MMS video linked to Splitsvilla fame Justin DCruz and Sakshi Srinivas has gone viral online. The couple has issued a clarification, urging people to stop sharing the clip and requesting respect for their privacy

The planned sequel to Vijay Deverakonda`s film Kingdom, which released in July 2025, has officially been shelved as confirmed by producer Naga Vamsi. The film was initially planned as the start of a franchise; however, after it tanked at the box office, the makers are no longer keep on taking it forward

The Duffer Brothers have confirmed a Stranger Things spin-off that will explore the mysterious rock linked to Henry Creels transformation into Vecna. The new project will feature an entirely fresh world, mythology, and characters, with no returns from the original cast

Simar Bhatia began 2026 by penning a note of gratitude, thanking her family, teachers, director Sriram Raghavan and the entire team of Ikkis, including Agastya Nanda

Bigg Boss 19 finalist Tanya Mittal clarified that she never claimed to have 150 bodyguards, saying the remark was misinterpreted from a joke about her staff. During a factory tour, she showcased her businesses to prove her claims and addressed past controversies

Padmini Kolhapure shared a heartfelt musical moment with singer Shreya Ghoshal, where the two were seen singing the timeless classic Yeh Galiyan Yeh Chaubara from the 1982 film Prem Rog together

Victoria Jones, daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, was found dead at a San Francisco hotel on New Years Day. Authorities are investigating the incident, though foul play is not suspected, with the official cause of death pending

Shah Rukh Khan faces backlash from some Hindu groups over Bangladeshi players in his IPL team amid violence in Bangladesh. An All India Hindu Mahasabha leader made inflammatory threats, prompting outrage, while political parties have yet to respond officially

Drashti Dhami delighted fans by sharing a rare glimpse of her daughter Leela while celebrating her first birthday. Posting adorable photos from a simple family celebration, the actress officially introduced her daughter to the public, receiving heartfelt wishes and love

Will Smith faces a lawsuit from tour violinist Brian King Joseph, who accuses the actor of sexual harassment, predatory behaviour, and retaliation. Joseph claims he was wrongfully fired after reporting an alleged incident during Smiths 2025 tour

Zach Bryan offered a first glimpse of himself and his bride. He is seen holding Samantha Leonard as she wears a strapless white gown with a feather-trimmed hem

Timothee Chalamet plays a ping pong star in the new sports drama, and one memorable scene sees his character being spanked by Kevin OLearys pen entrepreneur Milton Rockwell

Namrata Shirodkar welcomed the New Year and treated fans of husband, Mahesh Babu, by sharing a few glimpses of him living his happiest moments with their kids

Sydney Sweeney gained 35lbs for the role and said, It was a lot. I felt so sick all the time. But even with the high calorie intake and the eating, as soon as I started boxing, the weight would drop off

For the uninitiated, Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar have worked together in superhit Bollywood films like Parinda in 1989, Welcome in 2007 and Welcome Back in 2015

Sudhir Mishra came out in support of Aditya Dhars Dhurandhar amid propaganda claims, calling it a well-made film with terrific acting and skilled filmmaking. He also slammed netizen calling it an evil intent film

Both Sagarika Ghatge and Vidya Malvade shared a picture of themselves posing with their families and other friends who joined them in the celebration

Kirti Kulhari and Rajeev Siddhartha made their relationship Instagram official on New Year 2026, sharing cosy pictures together and ending months of dating rumours. They have shared screen space in Four More Shots Please

Abhishek Malhan reacted angrily to engagement rumours linking him to Jiya Shankar. He asked fans to stop associating him with anyone, emphasized his choices remain unchanged, and urged respect for his privacy and focus on his career

Javed Akhtar condemned a deepfake video falsely showing him turned to God, calling it rubbish. He warned he may report the creators and those sharing it to cyber authorities, highlighting concerns over AI content misrepresentation

Nearly six years after its release, Dear Comrade is getting a Hindi remake. Dharma Productions is actively pushing the project forward, with Siddhant Chaturvedi and Pratibha Ranta emerging as frontrunners to lead the film

After Do Patti, Kriti Sanon says she isnt in a hurry to announce her next production. The actor-producer is exploring ideas, waiting for a script that truly speaks to her, and hopes to back meaningful stories with equality and strong, layered roles

After Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, Chitrangada Singh gears up for 2026 with Battle of Galwan. She recalls initial nervousness working with Salman Khan but praises his warmth, professionalism, and caring attitude towards people on set

If latest developments are to be believed, filmmaker Farhan Akhtar is allegedly considering The Ba***ds of Bollywood star Rajat Bedi to replace Vikrant Massey in the highly-anticipated Don 3. Vikran had earlier exited the project due to lack of depth

Kapil Sharma has hit back at a troll who called him an `idiot` and `clown` on social media. It started when a user shared a clip from his show about a Chak De India hero confusion during a episode with Amol Muzumdar

Produced by Soundarya Rajinikanth, With Love stars Abishan Jeevinth and Anaswara Rajan and is set for a February 6 release. The romantic entertainer has already created buzz with its quirky title teaser and strong technical team

Arjun Bijlani was seen breaking down in tears at his father-in-law`s funeral in a video that has now surfaced online. His father-in-law, Rakesh Chandra Swami, passed away on Thursday after suffering a brain stroke