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Ektaa Kapoor praised Rupali Gangulys Anupamaa as one of Indian televisions most iconic characters while accepting an award from the actor at a recent event. Rupali also won the Most Popular Television Actress honour, adding to the special evening
Remo Fernandes made a shocking revelation about his health, sharing that a mild stroke after COVID-19 vaccine left him unable to play the guitar and flute like before. The music legend opened up about this at his final stage performance in the UK
A leaked action sequence from SS Rajamouli's Varanasi featuring Mahesh Babu has gone viral ahead of the actor's August 8 birthday. The clip has reignited discussions around repeated leaks, while fans eagerly await an official update from the makers
Podcaster and actor Aman Gandhi claimed Shivangi Joshi and Rohit Suchanti were once in a relationship but broke up because she became controlling. Neither actor has responded to the claims, which have sparked fresh speculation among fans online
The English trailer of Nitesh Tiwaris Ramayana has sparked curiosity among fans, who noticed the powerful voice of Yashs Ravana. The commanding voice has now been revealed to be Mohan Kapur, the actor known for playing Yusuf Khan in Marvels Ms. Marvel and The Marvels
Akanksha Chamola faced backlash after reiterating that sexuality is a phase during a recent interview. Her remarks, following similar comments on Lock Upp, sparked criticism from netizens, who accused her of spreading misconceptions about LGBTQ+ identities and sexual orientation.
Filmmaker Nikhil Nagesh Bhat, best known for the action thriller Kill, is all set to make his Hollywood directorial debut with the film Deadlocked, starring Jamie Foxx. The film is based on an original idea by Eric Scott Anderson and Matt Takejiro Bosack
Rupali Ganguly has sparked a social media storm after saying, I wish PM Modi was a dictator, while reacting to a viral video allegedly showing a minor abusing the Prime Minister. Her remark triggered sharp criticism online, with many users calling the statement inappropriate
Veteran actor Mohan Sharma has revealed that Rajinikanth transferred Rs 1 lakh without being asked after learning about his financial struggles. Now living in an old-age home and battling health issues, Sharma said the superstar saved my dignity
Hours after winning Lock Upp, Shreya Kalra was seen dancing with runner-up Shivangi Joshi at the post-finale party despite earlier calling her a backstabber. Their viral video has left fans wondering if they've moved past their differences
Daisy Shah reflected on her Alliance journey after exit, saying she chose loyalty over strategy while saving Sohail Khan. She praised Kushal Tandon's gameplay despite criticizing his derogatory actions and fondly recalled her close bond with Ruhee Dosani and Seema Sajdeh
The trailer of Awarapan 2 is finally here, bringing Emraan Hashmi back as Shivam Pandit nearly two decades after the original became a cult favourite. Packed with revenge, intense action, emotional moments and a powerful soundtrack
Mini Mathur reflected on winning The Alliance, saying she trusted her own game despite claims she was influenced by Nikhil Chinapa. She also addressed online trolling, spoke about Kushal Tandon, and admitted Sohail Khan had an edge
Sheeba Chadha says she never viewed Manthara as a villain while preparing for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana. The actor revealed she approached the character as someone fiercely protective of Kaikeyi, adding that she focused on understanding Manthara's emotional motivations
Actress Sonnalli Seygall, who makes her comeback on the big screen after two years, opens up about how embracing motherhood has changed her priorities. She also reveals if her process of choosing films has changed
Salman Khan and his sister, Alvira Khan, have been sent legal notices and summoned by a Chandigarh Court after a complaint of cheating and fraud worth Rs 3 crore was filed against them
Actor Susmita Mukherjee revealed she accepted C-grade films during a severe financial crisis to repay a Rs 1 crore loan. Calling it the phase where she sold my soul, she said the difficult decision was driven by mounting debt and financial responsibilities
Emraan Hashmi's upcoming film Awarapan 2 has cleared the censorship process, obtaining a U/A 16+ certificate from the CBFC. The film was cleared after making around 9 edits in the language as well as violent scenes
Dhanush urged students to value Tamil during a visit to his alma mater, saying not knowing one's mother tongue is shameful. The actor inaugurated a new academic block funded by him and encouraged students to stay connected to their cultural roots
At the finale of Lock Upp, Prince Narula took a jibe at Shivangi Joshi and Harshad Chopda's bond on the reality show. The actor called it a 'nibba-nibbi wala pyaar' saying the things they did do not happen in real life
Shilpa Shetty celebrated her mother-in-law Usha Rani Kundra's 75th birthday with a special Instagram video and a heartfelt note. Calling her the youngest, coolest mom in law, the actress gave fans a glimpse of the family celebration as birthday wishes poured in
Anupam Kher has shared the behind-the-scenes video from his viral Instagram reel, which has crossed 150 million views. The actor joked that he, Boman Irani, Ranvir Shorey and Parvin Dabas approached the shoot with complete seriousness
Samay Raina sparked debate after jokingly asking Munawar Faruqui to react to the Kashmiri Pandit exodus during India's Got Latent Season 2. The viral clip has divided social media, with viewers debating whether the remark was dark humour or crossed the line
Amitabh Bachchan revealed that he recently worked a 24-hour shift for Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18, saying the show's schedule couldn't be delayed. The veteran actor joked that missing the assignment would have meant a job replacement
Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh shared a heartfelt birthday message for his wife, actor Genelia Deshmukh, describing her as the pillar of their family while expressing his love for her in a touching social media post.
Actress Surbhi Chandna believes students have every right to question the education system and protest against its shortcomings.She firmly feels that personal attacks and abusive remarks directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi or political leaders during protests were totally uncalled for
Ahead of the release of Sunny Deol and Rajkumar Santoshi's Batwara 1947 on August 14, the duo's iconic first collaboration, Ghayal, is set to return to the big screen. The film will be re-released in select cinemas on August 7
The makers of Ramayana have finally revealed the much-awaited release date for Nitesh Tiwari's magnum opus. The film starring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi in the lead, is all set to hit the screens two days before Diwali 2026
Have you heard? After years of a much-publicised fallout over Devdas, Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Kareena Kapoor Khan may finally be heading towards their first collaboration. Akshay Kumar likely to portray late superstar Rajesh Khanna in RD Burman biopic
Leading David Robert Mitchells The End of Oak Street, Anne Hathaway recalls how she had a meeting with the director a decade ago and hoped to be cast in his next
Salman Khan and non-profit organisation Global Sikhs join forces to rehabilitate the displaced in Assam floods; build 220 semi-permanent houses. Salman joined hands with the foundation, and together they pledged to set up 500 houses
Amid Indias continued boycott of collaborations with Pakistani talent, sources say Pak singer Mustafa Zahid to reprise his hit Tera Mera Rishta for Awarapan 2. Talks about a potential collaboration are on between Zahid and the makers
Ramayana director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra confirmed Ranbir Kapoor was always their first choice for Lord Rama. They dismissed rumours about Mahesh Babu, saying every option they considered was Ranbir
Recovering from a serious hip injury, Rashmika Mandanna shared a heartfelt health update, revealing she is spending her downtime revisiting wedding photos and videos she never got time to go through, while enjoying rest and family time
Shreya Kalra won Lock Upp, defeating Shivangi Joshi in the grand finale to lift the trophy and take home Rs 1 crore. Her journey was marked by strategic gameplay, controversies and resilience, making her one of the season's strongest contestants
Lock Upp's Varun Yadav, aka Laila, reflected on his eviction, saying Akanksha Chamola apologised for the pregnancy joke that upset his mother. He also accused Pamala of defaming him by calling him a misogynist, claiming such allegations could have harmed his career
Salman Khan paid tribute to veteran actor Pradeep Rawat after his demise at the age of 74. Sharing a throwback picture on social media, Salman remembered the late actor with a note. Rawat, known for Lagaan, Ghajini and Sarfarosh, passed away after battling blood cancer
Parth Samthaan opened up about his current mental and emotional health, saying the past few days have been the toughest for him. The actor revealed he has been dealing with tears, negative thoughts and heavy breathing, worrying fans
Hayley Atwell has confirmed her return as Peggy Carter in Avengers: Doomsday and hinted that Peggy and Steve Rogers' story is far from over. The actress teased that things are not what they seem, suggesting Marvel fans could see an unexpected twist
Shawn Mendes has made his relationship with his girlfriend Bruna Marquezine official by sharing a sweet post on her birthday. The couple, who were rumoured to be dating since December 2025, had so far kept their relationship under wraps
Mallika Sherawat addressed reports of being the highest-paid contestant on The Traitors 2, saying the speculation is true. Calling herself a self-made woman, she said she knows her worth and believes people should never settle for less
After her Lock Upp elimination, Akanksha Chamola revealed that her divorce from Gaurav Khanna is nearly final. She said only the paperwork remains, stressing the decision is mutual and there is no bitterness between them
Seema Sajdeh called out Alliance contestants for repeatedly criticising her and Sohail Khan during the game. In a fiery confrontation, she said those unhappy with them as teammates should have voted them out in week one
BLACKPINK's Jennie plans to take a break after promoting the group's upcoming album. The singer hopes to travel, host parties, learn cocktail-making and enjoy personal time, with fans supporting her decision to prioritise rest and work-life balance
R Madhavan addressed criticism over Dhurandhar being called propaganda, saying he has never supported any political party and only portrays stories honestly. The actor added that being proud of his country should not be seen as political
Aamir Khan arrived at Pradeep Rawat's last rites in Mumbai to pay his final respects to the veteran actor. The actor has shared screen space with him in Lagaan and Ghajini. Rawat breather his last on August 4 due to blood cancer relapse
Aamir Khan remembered his Ghajini co-star Pradeep Rawat, who died at the age of 74, after battling a relapsed blood cancer. Aamir called him extremely dedicated and fearless
Pradeep Rawat's son Vikramaditya broke down while attending the actor's last rites in Mumbai and recalled the heartbreaking final moments before his demise. He revealed that the actor's platelet count had dropped drastically and shared the moment he rushed to the ICU
Ravi Kishan left the internet in splits after claiming to observe a maun vrat while continuing to speak to the media. The viral video sparked hilarious reactions, with netizens flooding social media with memes and jokes
Netflix has officially announced Musafir Cafe Season 2, confirming the return of Vikrant Massey, Vedika Pinto and Mahima Makwana. The new season will continue the story of Chander, Sudha and Preeti, revisiting unresolved emotions, complicated relationships and second chances

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