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Aditya Dhar confirms Dhurandhar 2 wont be postponed: `See you in cinemas`

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

16 Jan 2026 6:37 pm
Rani Mukerji dedicates Mardaani 3 to Indian police: `It exists because of you`

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

16 Jan 2026 6:16 pm
Kiara Advani sings `Baar Baar Din` for Sidharth Malhotra on birthday

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

16 Jan 2026 5:08 pm
Exclusive: Amruta Khanvilkar shares her basic rule when choosing projects

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

16 Jan 2026 4:59 pm
Daldal teaser: Bhumi Pednekkar`s thriller is full of gory, haunting visuals

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

16 Jan 2026 4:34 pm
Happy Patel review: Vir Das` absurd comedy redefines Bollywood spy genre

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

16 Jan 2026 4:02 pm
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli make second land purchase in Alibaug

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

16 Jan 2026 2:24 pm
Saurabh Shukla and Ranvir Shorey`s Bindiya Ke Bahubali is back with season 2

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

16 Jan 2026 1:24 pm
Ranveer Singh spends time with daughter Dua post Dhurandhar success

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

16 Jan 2026 1:14 pm
Ek Din teaser out! Sai Pallavi and Junaid Khan explore the magic of love

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

16 Jan 2026 1:10 pm
Ameesha Patel lauds Sunny Deol`s Border 2 with a Gadar reference

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

16 Jan 2026 12:39 pm
Arti Singh recalls first meeting with 16-year old Rupali Ganguly

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

16 Jan 2026 12:28 pm
Shraddha Kapoor finds peace in late-night drives through Mumbai

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

16 Jan 2026 12:20 pm
Producer Karan Johar buys apartment in Mumbai for Rs 8.05 crore

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

16 Jan 2026 12:17 pm
Priyanka Chopras mother Madhu marks `angel` Malti Marie`s 4th birthday

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

16 Jan 2026 12:11 pm
Sunil Grover wins hearts as he makes roti on a chulha like a pro

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

16 Jan 2026 12:05 pm
Anupam Kher, Boman Irani discuss Sholay and Andaaz with Ramesh Sippy

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

16 Jan 2026 11:48 am
Matt Damon shares Clint Eastwood was a one-take director

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

16 Jan 2026 11:41 am
Actors Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush to tie the knot on Valentines Day?

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

16 Jan 2026 11:31 am
Priyanka Chopra celebrates daughter Malti Marie`s 4th birthday

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

16 Jan 2026 11:28 am
Divyanka Tripathi on marrying Vivek Dahiya within few months of dating

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

16 Jan 2026 11:20 am
Vaazha 2 - Biopic of a Billion Bros to release on THIS date

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

16 Jan 2026 11:10 am
Suniel Shetty says 12-18 hours work is not possible: `I need my breaks`

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

16 Jan 2026 11:10 am
BMC Elections 2026: SRK, Bachchan family and more stars who didn`t vote

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

16 Jan 2026 10:58 am
Dhanush`s film with director Vignesh Raja titled Kara, makers drop poster

Apart from Dhanush and Mamitha Baiju, Kara will also feature director K S Ravikumar, Jayaram, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Karunas and Prithvi Pandiraj in pivotal roles

16 Jan 2026 10:47 am
Aamir Khan reveals how he lost 18 kgs by `default`, credits his new diet

Aamir Khan revealed that he lost 18 kg after switching to an anti-inflammatory diet to manage recurring migraines. The actor said the weight loss happened naturally while prioritising his health

16 Jan 2026 10:21 am
`Bottomless pit`: Karan Johar on expensive Oscar campaign for Homebound

Neeraj Ghaywans Homebound has made it to the Oscars shortlist in the Best International Feature Film category. Karan Johar revealed that campaigning for the Oscars is expensive, but Adar Poonawalla backed the film as a passion project

16 Jan 2026 9:47 am
Vishal Dadlani drops video of ink disappearing after casting vote, watch

Vishal Dadlani raised concerns after sharing a video showing the ink on his finger fading soon after voting in the BMC elections. The Maharashtra State Election Commission clarified that removing ink is punishable and does not allow a voter to cast a second vote

16 Jan 2026 9:15 am
Faisal Shaikh aka Faisu shares his excitement on participating in The 50

Faisu joins Banijays reality show The 50, streaming on JioHotstar and Colors from February 1. Calling it raw and competitive, he promises real gameplay, while Karan Patel also teases honest competition in the high-stakes celebrity-driven format

16 Jan 2026 8:04 am
Nupur Sanon walks down the aisle singing a song she wrote for Stebin Ben, watch

Nupur Sanon surprised Stebin Ben by writing and singing Aisa Milan as she walked down the aisle at their Udaipur wedding. Wedding videos, including their first dance and performances by Kriti and Nupur, have since gone viral

16 Jan 2026 7:54 am
Honey Singh apologises after his messaging at Delhi concert gets criticised

Yo Yo Honey Singh faced backlash after a video from his Delhi show went viral, with many calling out his allegedly obscene remarks. The rapper issued an apology, stating the clip was edited out of context and his intent was to spread awareness among youth

16 Jan 2026 7:22 am
Have you heard? Kartik Aaryan waives off Rs 15 crore from Tu Meri fee

According to trade analyst Sumit Kadel, Kartik waived R15 crore from his fees, a move described as responsible and rare. Insiders also dismissed the speculation of a fallout with Dharma Productions

16 Jan 2026 6:43 am
Vir Das: Aamir gives you money to shoot five scenes first

Turning director with the spy comedy Happy Patel, International Emmy winner Vir Das breaks down producer Aamir Khans rigorous process of sharpening a film with mock shoots and 30 test screenings

16 Jan 2026 6:39 am
Cameron confirms Michelle Yeohs presence in Avatar 4

Filmmaker makes the revelation even as he acknowledges the uncertainty around the franchises future. The filmmaker told an international publication, `Michelle is definitely going to be in Avatar 4, if we make it`

16 Jan 2026 6:38 am
Taskaree director Raghav M Jairath: `Emraan is deeply prepared but instinctive`

Having co-directed Taskaree with Neeraj Pandey, Raghav M Jairath says the creator taught him the power of silence in scenes

16 Jan 2026 6:36 am
Ranveer Singh personally convinced Kalyani Priyadarshan to play lead in Pralay

Sources say Ranveer Singh, who is turning producer with Pralay, called Lokah star Kalyani Priyadarshan to convince her about leading the zombie thriller

16 Jan 2026 6:28 am
Mithila Palkar on reuniting with Imran Khan: `I look at him as a big brother`

In an exclusive chat with mid-day, Mithila Palkar opens up about her bond with Imran Khan and recalls her first meet with Aamir Khan. She expresses excitement for being a part of Priyadarshan`s Bhooth Bangla with Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal

15 Jan 2026 10:42 pm
Allu Arjun recreates iconic Pushpa 2 dialogue in Japanese; fans laud the actor

Allu Arjun impressed fans at the Pushpa 2 Tokyo premiere by delivering an iconic dialogue in Japanese, earning thunderous applause. The viral moment highlighted his global popularity and the growing international reach of Indian cinema

15 Jan 2026 9:35 pm
Neil Nitin Mukesh makes his Malayalam debut with Prithviraj Sukumaran`s Khalifa

Neil Nitin Mukesh marks his birthday by unveiling the first look of his Malayalam debut Khalifa. Directed by Vysakh and co-starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, the mob thriller is slated for a grand Onam 2026 release

15 Jan 2026 9:11 pm
Netflix announces star-studded Tamil film slate for 2026 with these stalwarts

Netflix India unveiled its 2026 Tamil film slate featuring top stars like Dhanush, Suriya, Karthi and Ravi Mohan. With theatrical releases followed by streaming, the lineup blends mass entertainment and acclaimed storytelling for global audiences

15 Jan 2026 8:39 pm
Madhu Mantena and Ira Trivedi announce pregnancy: `Our life in bloom`

On the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti, Ira Trivedi announced that she is expecting her first child with husband and producer Madhu Mantena. The couple shared the joyful news with a maternity shoot, as several celebrities poured in congratulatory messages

15 Jan 2026 8:21 pm
Border 2 trailer: Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan and others lead a massive war epic

Border 2 trailer revisits the 1971 India-Pakistan War with grand visuals, emotional depth and patriotic fervour. Led by Sunny Deol alongside Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty, the film pays tribute to the courage and sacrifice of Indias Armed Forces

15 Jan 2026 7:29 pm
The 50: Divya Aggarwal and Archana Gautam join Karan Patel in the reality show

Reality show The 50 has confirmed Karan Patel, Archana Gautam, Divya Aggarwal and social media star Faisu as contestants. Produced by Banijay Asia, the show adapted from Les Cinquante, promises high-stakes strategy and drama and will stream on JioHotstar and air on Colors

15 Jan 2026 7:26 pm
Suhana Khan recalls crying alone after getting rejected during first audition

Suhana Khan opened up about her journey in Bollywood, sharing how she faced rejections and even cried in private. She revealed that despite stepping into the industry on her own terms, she turns to her parents for guidance

15 Jan 2026 5:58 pm
Aamir Khan jokes about language row at polling booth: Yeh Maharashtra hai

Aamir Khan stepped out to cast vote and posed for the paps polling booth. As he interacted with paps, he subtly reacted to the language row when asked to speak in Hindi. He even urged citizens to exercise their duty

15 Jan 2026 5:10 pm
Karan Patel confirms participating in the new reality show The 50

Reality show The 50 has announced Karan Patel as its first confirmed contestant. Excited by the game-based format, he promises honest, positive gameplay and healthy competition as the Banijay-owned show prepares for its India debut on JioHotstar and Colors

15 Jan 2026 4:50 pm
Scream 7 teaser: New Ghostface killer terrorizes Sidney Prescott`s daughter

The teaser and poster of Scream 7 have been released. When a new Ghostface killer emerges, Sidney must face the horrors of her past to put an end to the bloodshed once and for all

15 Jan 2026 2:25 pm
Prateik Smita Patil & Priya Banerjee to renew wedding vows with 8th Vachan

The people close to the couple believe the idea of an 8th Vachan could represent something that goes beyond rituals and focuses on growth and healing

15 Jan 2026 1:53 pm
Leonardo DiCaprio: `Cinema expresses what it means to be human`

Leonardo DiCaprio reflected on the culture of movie theatres, stating that at the theatre he could escape his life and something larger than it seemed possible to him

15 Jan 2026 1:45 pm
Nia Sharma calls Laughter Chefs` set her second home on returning as a guest

Nia Sharma returns to Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment amid laughter, nostalgia and emotional moments. Her reunion sparks playful banter, heartfelt memories and tears, as she calls the show her home and credits it for a connection deeper than her 15-year career

15 Jan 2026 1:39 pm