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Watch: Dia Mirza receives flak after her son lectures coconut vendor on plastic

Dia Mirza faced online backlash after revealing that her five-year-old son, Avyaan, asked a delivery worker to remove plastic packaging before entering their home. While some praised his environmental awareness, others criticised the incident as privileged and insensitive towards service workers.

30 Jun 2026 1:28 pm
Talent loading! Raghav Juyal unveils first look of Bhai Tera Star Hai

Raghav Juyal has unveiled the first look of Bhai Tera Star Hai, introducing his character Ajay Singh. The poster comes a day after his cosy pictures with Niharika NM sparked dating rumours online

30 Jun 2026 1:26 pm
Emma Thompson says Harry Potter wasn't big part of her career

Emma Thompson has admitted she finds it strange discussing the Harry Potter films, revealing she spent only around 30 days working on the franchise despite its massive global popularity. The actress also reflected on approaching every role with the same passion

30 Jun 2026 1:23 pm
Shreyas Talpade was rejected for a home loan until Shah Rukh Khan stepped in

Shreyas Talpade revealed that a recommendation letter from Shah Rukh Khan helped him secure a home loan after he was initially deemed ineligible. The actor said the gesture enabled him to buy his first house in Mumbai during the making of Om Shanti Om

30 Jun 2026 1:19 pm
Elle web series review: Doesn't top Legally Blonde, but captures its soul

Prime Video's Elle revisits the teenage years of Elle Woods before Harvard. Led by Lexi Minetree, the Legally Blonde prequel blends nostalgia, coming-of-age drama and heartfelt moments into a stylish series that captures the optimism and charm of the iconic character

30 Jun 2026 1:10 pm
Bigg Boss Kannada's Divya Suresh alleges harassment, seeks police action

Former Bigg Boss Kannada contestant Divya Suresh alleged that a man followed her and her cousin late at night in Bengaluru while making sexually explicit gestures. She shared a video of the accused, tagged Bengaluru Police, and questioned women's safety

30 Jun 2026 1:08 pm
Watch: Sonakshi Sinha gets upset as paps continue filming Shatrughan Sinha

Sonakshi Sinha urged paparazzi to stop filming her family after they continued recording her parents as they got into their car following a dinner outing. Despite repeated requests from Sonakshi and Zaheer Iqbal, photographers kept filming for a few more moments

30 Jun 2026 12:28 pm
Farrhana Bhatt's family feud unveils new drama with her mom's viral voice note

A new alleged audio of Farrhana Bhatt's mother has gone viral, accusing Adil of distancing the actress from her family. While some users sympathised with the claims, others questioned the clip's authenticity, saying it could be AI-generated, leaving the internet sharply divided

30 Jun 2026 12:20 pm
Michael: Jaafar Jackson, Nia Long celebrate film's success

At the BET Awards 2026, Michael stars Jaafar Jackson and Nia Long thanked audiences for their love and support. Jaafar said the film's success means the world to the Jackson family, while Nia praised his transformation into Michael Jackson

30 Jun 2026 11:31 am
Akanksha Chamola reveals having a baby or not played a major role in her divorce

Akanksha Chamola revealed that her divorce from Gaurav Khanna stemmed from their differing views on parenthood. While she realised she never wanted children, Gaurav eventually wished to become a father, leading the couple to mutually accept that their marriage could not continue

30 Jun 2026 11:27 am
Suniel Shetty says Welcome to the Jungle feels like his 'rebirth'

Suniel Shetty says the positive response to Welcome to the Jungle feels like a rebirth after a long gap. The actor is delighted that audiences, including families and children, are enjoying the film and says the appreciation has made the success even more special

30 Jun 2026 11:26 am
Suriya comes on board for Hombale Films' next with director TJ Gnanavel

Hombale Films has announced its next big project, starring Suriya and Kayadu Lohar, directed by TJ Gnanavel and produced by Vijay Kiragandur. The film aims to blend powerful storytelling with grand cinematic scale, with Suriya bringing his acclaimed acting credentials to the venture

30 Jun 2026 11:19 am
Lock Upp: Ram Kapoor's take on cheating in marriage triggers backlash

Ram Kapoor faced criticism after saying infidelity isn't always a deal-breaker and that couples should work through mistakes if they truly love each other. Akanksha Chamola opposed his view, saying cheating cannot happen by mistake. Netizens have also condemned his remark

30 Jun 2026 10:22 am
Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding invitations watermarked for security

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have reportedly taken extra privacy measures for their July 3 wedding by using personalised, watermarked invitations that can identify guests who leak them online. Over 1,100 people are expected to attend the New York City celebrations

30 Jun 2026 10:10 am
Lock Upp: Sunita Ahuja says her 'goli' comment on Govinda was scripted

Sunita Ahuja defended her controversial 'goli' remark about Govinda, saying it was a humorous line given by the writers of Laughter Chefs. She said trolls misinterpreted the joke and insisted she won't change herself to please anyone

30 Jun 2026 9:14 am
Kyunki 2: Prachi Singh on her mental health struggles and how she copes with it

Prachi Singh opened up about the mental health challenges of working in television, stressing the importance of staying grounded, connected to family, and patient. The Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 actress also shared her audition journey and experience working with veteran co-stars

30 Jun 2026 8:48 am
Jr NTR reunites with Trivikram Srinivas after 8 years for a mythological epic

Jr NTR reunited with director Trivikram Srinivas for a new mythology-inspired epic, officially announcing the project with a striking poster. Featuring music by Anirudh Ravichander, the film marks their first collaboration since Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava and promises a grand cinematic spectacle

30 Jun 2026 8:44 am
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce reportedly use watermarked wedding invites

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have reportedly taken extra privacy measures for their July 3 wedding by using personalised, watermarked invitations that can identify guests who leak them online. Over 1,100 people are expected to attend the New York City celebrations

30 Jun 2026 8:41 am
Have you heard? Vikrant Massey recalls cleaning tables at a coffee shop

Sharvari says she's overwhelmed by the love for Main Vaapas Aaunga and hopes Alpha wins hearts too. Meanwhile, Vikrant Massey reflected on working from the age of 16 to support his family and fulfilling his mother's dream by buying his first home at 24

30 Jun 2026 7:52 am
No acting, just reacting

Ahead of entering Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa, Dheeraj Dhoopar says he's not stepping into the reality show with a strategy or plans to create drama. Instead, he wants viewers to see his real personality and says he'll reveal personal secrets only if it helps him survive

30 Jun 2026 7:45 am
All suave, wheres the substance?

Sanjay Suri says he appeared less on screen because he was repeatedly offered similar well-educated, suave roles that lacked depth. After the praise for Main Vaapas Aaunga, the 55-year-old hopes changing casting trends bring him more diverse opportunities

30 Jun 2026 7:27 am
Raveena Tandon: Were brilliant at physical comedy, yet not given such roles

Raveena Tandon says Welcome to the Jungle gives women equal space in comedy, unlike earlier films where heroines only reacted to the hero. While things have improved, she believes Bollywood still hesitates to back mainstream women-led comedies

30 Jun 2026 7:18 am
Ikka: Sunny Deol says he tried to make Damini 2 for years

Sunny Deol, who returns in his lawyer avatar in the upcoming courtroom drama, Ikka, after his 1993 hit Damini, revealed that he tried to make Damini 2 for several years; however, that did not materialise

29 Jun 2026 10:46 pm
Alpha: Alia Bhatt, Sharvari's film cleared with U/A rating, certificate leaked

Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's upcoming film Alpha has been cleared with a U/A certificate by the censor board ahead of its release. The censor certificate has been leaked online, revealing the runtime and summary

29 Jun 2026 10:20 pm
Devoleena Bhattacharjee questions accountability in Ram Mandir donation row

TV actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee has reacted to the controversy surrounding the Ram Mandir donation. She questioned the accountability and responsibility when things go wrong

29 Jun 2026 9:23 pm
Jasmin Bhasin diagnosed with terminal ileitis, shares update from Dubai hospital

Jasmin Bhasin, who was hospitalised in Dubai on her birthday, has now shared an update on her health, revealing she has been diagnosed with terminal ileitis. Earlier, her boyfriend Aly Goni had shared that she had been hospitalised due to serious infection

29 Jun 2026 8:50 pm
Dhanush, Kriti Sanon wish Tere Ishk Mein director Aanand L Rai on his birthday

Actors Dhanush and Kriti Sanon extended warm greetings to their 'Tere Ishk Mein' director Aanand L Rai, celebrating his birthday on social media. The two shared unseen pictures with the filmmaker wile extending wishes

29 Jun 2026 8:24 pm
Jisshu Sengupta is thankful to Deepika, Tabu, and Rani for THIS reason

Jisshu Sengupta reflects on sharing screen space with Bollywood's biggest leading ladies, including Rani Mukerji, Deepika Padukone, Tabu and Kajol. The actor recalls his initial fanboy moments, praises their humility on set, and explains why he believes the script matters more than stardom

29 Jun 2026 8:21 pm
Ikka trailer: Sunny Deol defends Akshaye Khanna in the courtroom drama

The makers have unveiled the trailer of Sunny Deol, Akshaye Khanna and Dia Mirza's upcoming courtroom drama, Ikka. The trailer promises an intense tale of emotions, and relationships

29 Jun 2026 8:19 pm
Peddi OTT release: When and where to watch Ram Charan's blockbuster

After a successful theatrical run, Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor's Peddi is reportedly gearing up for its OTT debut. Here's when the sports action drama is expected to stream on Netflix, the languages it may release in, and how much it earned at the worldwide box office

29 Jun 2026 7:22 pm
Baby number two for Kalki 2898 AD director Nag Ashwin and wife Priyanka Dutt

Kalki 2898 AD director Nag Ashwin recently announced that he is expecting his second child with wife Priyanka Dutt. The couple shared a sweet family picture on Instagram, where Priyanka is seen flaunting her baby bump

29 Jun 2026 6:35 pm
Kunal Kemmu on raising daughter Inaaya with different religious backgrounds

Kunal Kemmu gets candid about raising daughter Inaaya with Soha Ali Khan despite having different religious backgrounds, and how it has been a fun journey for them

29 Jun 2026 6:20 pm
Welcome To The Jungle: Akshay Kumar reveals the reason behind THIS viral line

Akshay was asked if an actor like him playing a Bhojpuri star in the movie and doing a Bhojpuri song elevates the position of an industry known for objectifying women.

29 Jun 2026 6:14 pm
Rajkumar Hirani says Shah Rukh Khan sent him daily rehearsal videos during Dunki

Rajkumar Hirani has revealed that Shah Rukh Khan still works with the enthusiasm of a newcomer. The director shared that during Dunki, SRK recorded his rehearsals every day and sent them for feedback, praising the superstar's dedication, discipline and passion for constantly improving his craft

29 Jun 2026 6:12 pm
Old video of Samay Raina making crass jokes amid a medical emergency draws flak

An old clip of Samay Raina making a controversial kandha dega joke has resurfaced online after India's Got Latent Season 2 premiere. The remark sparked backlash, with many comparing it to Pranit More's Rs 370 biryani controversy, while some fans defended the comedian

29 Jun 2026 6:12 pm
Venkatesh Daggubati's Aadarsha Kutumbam House No 47 gets a release date

The upcoming action-comedy thriller, directed by Trivikram Srinivas, is set to release on October 2, 2026.

29 Jun 2026 6:10 pm
Watch: Saif Ali Khan's story behind Taimur's name contradicts Kareena

Saif Ali Khan recently opened up about his son, Taimur's name. However, netizens pointed out that his recent explanation contradicts Kareena Kapoor's earlier claims and even his own statements made years ago

29 Jun 2026 6:08 pm
Neil Nitin Mukesh pens a heartfelt birthday wish for dad Nitin Mukesh

The ace star added what he learned from his father, Every value I carry, every strength I possess, has its roots in you.

29 Jun 2026 5:43 pm
Vijay Deverakonda pens birthday note for Ranabaali director Rahul Sankrityan

Ranabaali makers and Vijay Deverakonda celebrated director Rahul Sankrityan's birthday with heartfelt tributes. While the production house praised the filmmaker's vision, Vijay reflected on their journey from Taxiwaala to Ranabaali, calling himself 'truly blessed' to reunite with the director

29 Jun 2026 3:19 pm
Lock Upp: Akanksha Chamola's father takes potshots at Gaurav Khanna

After Akanksha Chamola confirmed her separation from Gaurav Khanna on Lock Upp, her father said she lacked financial and moral support during the marriage. Though he didn't name Gaurav, his remarks sparked speculation and debate among fans online

29 Jun 2026 2:54 pm
Ajay Devgn's upcoming movie Chauhaan in trouble; Rajputs issue statement

Ajay Devgn's upcoming historical film Chauhaan has sparked controversy after the Kshatriya Parishad accused its makers of distorting Rajput history. The organisation has demanded historical accuracy, a pre-release screening, and warned of protests if its concerns remain unaddressed

29 Jun 2026 2:52 pm
Watch! Rihanna's son Riot steals show at dad ASAP Rocky's concert

ASAP Rocky shared a heartwarming moment with son Riot Rose during his Los Angeles concert, pausing his performance to tell the toddler, 'Daddy loves you.' Rihanna, watching from the audience, encouraged Riot to wave back as the touching father-son interaction won over fans online

29 Jun 2026 2:02 pm
Raj Nidimoru confirms The Family Man Season 4: 'We're writing furiously'

Raj Nidimoru has confirmed that The Family Man Season 4 is officially in development. He revealed that Seasons 3 and 4 were always planned as one long story, with he and DK currently writing the next chapter of Srikant Tiwari's journey

29 Jun 2026 11:32 am
Michael box office: Jaafar Jackson-starrer beats Oppenheimer

Jaafar Jackson's Michael has scripted box office history by becoming the highest-grossing biopic of all time with USD 977 million worldwide. The film surpassed Oppenheimer and also overtook Bohemian Rhapsody to achieve this feat

29 Jun 2026 10:51 am
Madhoo gives a glimpse of a special family gathering with Hema Malini

Madhoo treated fans to rare family photos featuring veteran actress and her aunt Hema Malini. Sharing glimpses from an intimate gathering on social media, she captioned the post, very special moment, delighting fans with the heartwarming family reunion

29 Jun 2026 9:58 am
Katy Perry's Belgium concert cancelled over severe weather concerns

Katy Perry's set at Belgium's Werchter Boutique festival was cancelled after authorities halted the event over expected thunderstorms and crowd safety concerns. The singer said she was backstage getting ready when she was informed and apologised to her fans

29 Jun 2026 9:55 am
Ravi Kishan recalls being mocked and ignored by actors in '90s

Ravi Kishan reflected on his 34-year journey in the entertainment industry, recalling how actors who later became stars mocked him while he struggled. Despite years of being overlooked, he said he believed his time would eventually comeand it did

29 Jun 2026 9:49 am
Ali Fazal reveals he was told to do films instead of Mirzapur

Ali Fazal recalled being warned against signing Mirzapur as many urged him to stick to films instead of the then-new OTT format. Despite his initial fears, the series became a massive hit and is now set to continue with Mirzapur: The Movie

29 Jun 2026 9:44 am
Huma Qureshi praises Toxic co-star Yash: 'He has outdone himself'

Huma Qureshi has praised Toxic co-star Yash, saying working with him made her an even bigger fan. Calling him deeply passionate, she added that the film's visuals are unlike anything she has seen and promised it will be a treat for fans

29 Jun 2026 9:07 am
Have you heard? Rajkumar Hirani on why Munna, Circuit are soul of Munna Bhai

Rajkumar Hirani says Munnabhai 3 will be made as soon as he comes up with a crackling idea. The filmmaker also credited the enduring friendship between Munna and Circuit, brought to life by Sanjay Dutt and Arshad Warsi, for the franchise's lasting appeal

29 Jun 2026 8:51 am