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Vicky Kaushal will reportedly gain over 25 kilos to play Parashurama in Mahavatar. He will reunite with Chhaava fitness coach Tejas Lalwani, with training beginning in September ahead of the film's December shoot
After a string of intense performances, Paatal Lok actor Ishwak Singh is set to explore romance in Sarvagunn Sampann. Starring opposite Vaani Kapoor, he plays a simple, honest and hopelessly romantic heartland boy
Milap Zaveri says he isn't afraid to explore toxic love stories in his upcoming romantic drama with Aditya Roy Kapur. Ignoring social media criticism, he believes films should reflect every shade of love, passion and heartbreak
After Main Vaapas Aaunga, Imtiaz Ali is reuniting Sharvari and Vedang Raina for a new romantic drama. With the screenplay locked and casting finalised, the film is in pre-production and is expected to begin shooting in November
Namit Malhotra's Ramayana: Part 1 trailer has sparked buzz online. Netizens praised Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and hailed Yash's Ravana as the standout, while some also pointed out a few CGI-heavy shots that lacked refinement
Ramayana trailer is finally out, offering a grand glimpse into Nitesh Tiwari's epic with Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Ravana and Sai Pallavi as Sita. Packed with stunning VFX and emotional moments, the film releases on Diwali 2026
After Ram Kapoor's controversial Lock Upp incident, Gautami Kapoor apologised to Shreya Kalra. Shreya accepted the apology, appreciating the couple for acknowledging her discomfort and handling the matter maturely
Lock Upp contestant Vikas Gupta criticised Shilpa Shinde for discussing Shivangi Joshi's personal life and commenting on Ram Kapoor's appearance. Calling her badtameez, he condemned body shaming and urged contestants to respect personal boundaries
Shivangi Joshi's team clarified that there is no contradiction in her Lock Upp confession after she faced backlash online. They said her father served in the Army before entering business, explaining that both phases of his life are true and her emotional story remains genuine.
Salman Khan will make a special appearance on Alliance to support brother Sohail Khan after Seema Sajdeh's emotional exit. His visit aims to lift Sohail's spirits as the reality show heads into its high-stakes finale
Alliance saw emotional reunions, heated confrontations and major twists as Kamya Panjabi backed Kushal Tandon, Sussanne Khan supported Arslan Goni, Kushal denied DM rumours involving Shivangi and Shreya, and the System reshuffled alliances ahead of the finale
Days after facing backlash for her comment about therapy, Shehnaaz Gill has now broken her silence, saying it was taken in the wrong sense. She further went on to reveal why she often avoids media interactions and interviews
Amid the backlash that Kangana Ranaut has been receiving over her recent remarks about the Gen Z protestors, actor Sonu Sood has now reacted to her comments. He said that it's very shameful that she called them 'generation gutter'
As the buzz around Allu Arjun and Atlee's Raaka continues to grow, reports now claim that the film is expected to be released in two parts. The narrative will be divided into two different eras
The makers of Daayra recently dropped a brand new poster of the film featuring Kareena Kapoor and Prithviraj Sukumaran. The poster features close-up pictures of the two, bringing out their raw intensity in the crime thriller
Ram Charan visited the Ayyappa Swamy Temple in Coimbatore with wife, Upasana Konidela, days after undergoing successful wrist surgery. The actor, who was seen with his arm in a sling, offered prayers during the visit following his injury on the sets of Peddi
Dulquer Salmaan apologised after the trailer of I'm Game was delayed due to an unforeseen technical issue. Assuring fans the wait would be worthwhile, he said the team wanted to deliver a flawless trailer ahead of the film's August 20 Onam release
Karishma Tanna and Varun Bangera have welcomed their first child together. The couple took to Instagram to announce the arrival of thier baby boy on the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima on July 29
A BBC documentary has brought fresh sexual misconduct allegations against Jared Leto, with multiple women accusing the actor of inappropriate behavior dating back years, including one woman who claims she was 17 during an alleged encounter. Leto has not responded to the documentary's claims
Actor Anupam Kher took a trip down memory lane as he shared a heartfelt throwback featuring his late close friend Satish Kaushik and comedian Kapil Sharma. Reflecting on the special moment, the Special 26 actor said that some memories do not need a reason to be shared
Bollywood actress Raveena Tandon, celebrated the 31st anniversary of her film Zamaana Deewana, in which she worked with Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, sharing a series of pictures from the film
Pop icon Britney Spears seems to be engaging with borderline dangerous hobbies. The singer-songwriter shared a video in which she spoke about toying around with a melting machine and revealed that she triggered a minor explosion but was safe
BTS has reportedly decided not to submit its comeback album Arirang for the 2027 Grammy Awards. While the move surprised fans, many supported the decision, saying the group no longer needs Grammy recognition to prove its global influence
Ayushmann Khurrana and Tahira Kashyap have contributed to the Assam Chief Minister's Flood Relief Fund to support families affected by the devastating floods. The couple's donation comes as relief and rehabilitation efforts continue across the state
Raja Chaudhary made explosive allegations against ex-wife Shweta Tiwari, claiming he caught her with actor Cezanne Khan and accusing her of having multiple affairs. He said only Shwetas side of their troubled marriage was heard, while his perspective was ignored.
Kushal Tandon's sister Tina defended him amid the Alliance backlash, dismissed Shreya Kalra's allegations, said he is unfairly targeted for TRPs, and added that despite receiving strong offers, he has always been selective about his work
Sony Pictures has dropped the first trailer for Jumanji: Open World, reuniting Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black and Karen Gillan. This time, the magical game enters into the real world, turning the franchise's familiar formula upside down
Allu Arjun urged fans, critics and online haters to stop wasting time trolling people they dislike and instead focus on what makes them happy. The actors humorous suggestion to wait outside their crushs house drew cheers and laughter at the AAFA summit
Lock Upp contestant Harshad Chopda revealed he was sexually assaulted as a child, sharing his painful experience to raise awareness. He urged parents never to leave children alone with anyone and encouraged them to create a safe space where children can speak openly
Paramount Pictures has unveiled the first trailer for Children of Blood and Bone, bringing Tomi Adeyemi's bestselling fantasy novel to life. Starring Thuso Mbedu, Idris Elba, Viola Davis and Cynthia Erivo, the film follows Zelie's quest to restore magic to the kingdom of Orisha
After her Alliance eviction, Seema Sajdeh clarified she called ex-husband Sohail Khan a pushover only to push him in the game. She said he has become more peace-loving with age and was vulnerable after her exit as she was his only ally
Actress Jennifer Aniston has joined Peter Dinklage in Olivia Wilde's upcoming comedy Naughty. The film follows a single mother fighting for custody of her son, whose only chance lies in finding Santa Claus and convincing him to testify in her divorce case
The trailer for Ted Lasso Season 4 has finally arrived, teasing Jason Sudeikis' return as the optimistic coach takes on a new challenge, leading a second-division women's football team. The Emmy-winning comedy returns on August 5 with familiar faces and several new cast additions
Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes' daughter Suri has legally dropped her father's surname and is now officially known as Suri Noelle, according to voter registration records. The 20-year-old had first used the name during her high school graduation in 2024, with Noelle being Katie Holmes' middle name
On Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa, Shivangi Joshi alleged that a trusted family member molested her during childhood under the pretext of teaching her to drive. She also recalled pushing him away after he allegedly tried to force himself on her
Lock Upp contestant Shreya Kalra made an emotional revelation, sharing that she was molested by a cousin when she was 13. She said her family is unaware of the incident and feared the truth would break her mother and affect her brother's happiness
As Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani completed three years, Karan Johar shared unseen behind-the-scenes photos featuring Alia Bhatt, Ranveer Singh and Dharmendra. He also hinted at returning to the sets soon for another project close to his heart
Sara Ali Khan offered prayers at Delhi's Gurdwara Bangla Sahib with her best friend, Sara Vaisoha, after attending Kunal Rawal's fashion show at India Couture Week. The duo twinned in white shirts, blue denims and headscarves for the visit
Alia Bhatt has urged immediate relief for flood-hit Assam, highlighting the loss of lives and displacement of lakhs of people. She said the state needs urgent assistance and long-term support, adding that she will share ways people can contribute to organisations
Lyricist Puneet Sharma, who released Sadak Pe Utar Ja to express solidarity with students, says the song reflects how the system compels youth to protest when theyd rather live their lives
After back-to-back comedies, Jacqueline Fernandez has signed a supernatural thriller inspired by Woh Kaun Thi. She plays a working woman caught in eerie events, with the story said to be based on a real supernatural phenomenon
Rishab Shetty will receive the Leadership in Cinema Award at IFFM 2026 for showcasing the cultural and spiritual heritage of coastal Karnataka through the Kantara franchise. He said storytelling is his way of celebrating culture and traditions
Veteran actor Rekha will attend IFFM as Guest of Honour, where Umrao Jaan will receive a special screening. She will also be honoured with the Excellence in Cinema Award, saying the film lives in her memories and accepting the honour with immense gratitude
CJP's spokesperson Saurav Das took a sharp dig at Kangana Ranaut after her comments on the Gen Z protest. However, the actress did not mince words as she hit back at his remarks, calling him 'useless' and 'unemployed'
Amid the criticism over the language and posters used during the student protests across the country, Vishal Dadlani has now defended the Gen Z. He slammed the critics reminding them of what the students had to go through
Amid the speculations and buzz surrounding the upcoming season of The Traitors, Shweta Tiwari, Palak Tiwari, Orry and Karan Tacker have emerged as the latest names on the list of confirmed contestants
After a delay, the makers of Ramayana: Part 1 are set to release the much-awaited trailer on July 30, 2026. The makers of the Ranbir Kapoor and Yash-starrer have chosen an auspicious time to drop the trailer
Dhanush, who celebrated his birthday on July 28, stepped outside his residence as a sea of fans gathered outside to wish him. They even gifted him a huge garland as he stepped out, and cut a cake with his fans
Late actor Dev Anand's son, Suneil Anand, has died at the age of 70 in London. The actor and filmmaker reportedly died at the same hospital as his legendary father after suffering a heart attack
South African cricket coach and former player Morne Morkel is all set to make his Indian television debut with Rohit Shetty's Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. The makers have shared a new promo of the upcoming stunt-based show where the cricketer joins the filmmaker

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