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Amid the ongoing student protests over the NEET paper leak, actress Manushi Chhillar has now broken her silence, recalling that she appeared for the exam twice in 2015 due to a similar paper leak

Ahead of its August 14 release, Sunny Deol-starrer Batwara 1947 has been cleared by the CBFC. The Aamir Khan-backed film, based on the backdrop of India's Partition, was cleared by the censor board without any cuts

After extending his support to students and condemning the NEET paper leak, Salman Khan has now urged activist Sonam Wangchuk to eat something and end his hunger strike. He also asked students to go back home after PM Modi's tweet

Kareena Kapoor has backed the ongoing student protests, saying the voices of young people are impossible to ignore. In an Instagram note, the actor said she could no longer stay silent and warned that children lose faith in education when they feel honesty, hard work and merit don't count

Jana Nayagan actor Bobby Deol joked that many of his South Indian co-stars have gone on to become politicians after working with him. Referring to Vijay, Nandamuri Balakrishna and Pawan Kalyan, Bobby quipped, Every time I've worked with these actors, they've all become ministers

Imran Khan, who took to the streets to support the student protest in Mumbai on July 22, was seen talking about artists who believe art is apolitical. In the video, he can be seen slamming such artists, saying, If you cant stand by your opinions, your art has no value.

Dhurandhar actor Ayesha Khan hit back at a troll who warned she would lose work in Bollywood for supporting student protests. Sharing the message on Instagram, she replied, I'd rather lose my career than losing my spine, a day after claiming she was detained by Mumbai Police

Naseeruddin Shah has questioned why several Bollywood celebrities have remained silent over the ongoing CJP student protests at Delhis Jantar Mantar. Reacting to the lack of public statements from stars, the veteran actor said, A dog with a bone in its mouth cant bark

As Jana Nayagan hit the screens on July 23, Trisha was seen reaching the cinema hall in Chennai to watch CM Vijay's film. Videos of the actress leaving the theatre is now going viral, showing her getting mobbed by fans and the media

Santy Sharma has claimed that YouTube permanently deleted his channel after the backlash over his CJP remarks. The independent rapper also announced a press conference in Mumbai on August 1, where he says he will reveal the truth behind CJP along with facts and evidence

Jana Nayagan is a fan-first farewell to Vijay, packed with mass moments, action and political undertones. While the predictable screenplay and uneven pacing hold it back, Vijay's commanding screen presence and emotional final bow make it an enjoyable theatrical celebration

Popular director Sandeep Reddy Vanga has released Radha Ramana, the romantic first single from director Venu Gopal Reddy's eagerly awaited romantic drama Romanchakam, much to the delight of fans and film buffs

Actor and producer Dulquer Salmaan reacted to the ongoing student protests at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, saying it was gut-wrenching to see young people face uncertainty and expressing the hope that there would be a meaningful dialogue

Mouni Roy has been cast as the lead in Suresh Krissna's untitled romantic film, produced by Prerna Arora. The makers praised her talent and screen presence, while the actress recently made headlines for asking paparazzi to stop filming her after a dinner outing

Actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee has questioned the nature of a student protest after sharing a social media post that showed protesters carrying swords during the protest which was initially said to be peaceful.

Saba Pataudi has responded after receiving an abusive Instagram message for supporting students protesting over alleged NEET examination irregularities. Sharing a screenshot of the DM, she questioned the hate directed at her and reiterated that post was about treating country's youth with kindness

Tom Cruise's long-awaited Days of Thunder sequel is moving ahead, with Jonathan Levine in negotiations to direct the racing drama. Cruise will reprise his role as NASCAR driver Cole Trickle and also produce the film alongside Jerry Bruckheimer, with a script by Will Staples

An old interview of Jennifer Lawrence has resurfaced in which she recalled being detained for five hours while travelling to the UK for her X-Men audition. The actor admitted she lied to customs about the purpose of her visit before confessing the truth, saying she ended up in a tiny jail

As Jana Nayagan released in theatres, two Japanese fans grabbed attention outside Chennai's Rohini Cinema. Dressed in traditional kimonos and carrying Japanese fans, they proudly celebrated Vijay's first-day-first show with fellow fans

Sonu Nigam has sparked an online debate after a viral video showed him declining to comment on the ongoing student protest. While some social media users criticised the singer for staying silent, others defended his right to avoid commenting on political and social issues

Christopher Nolan revealed that The Odyssey has reignited his interest in making a horror film. The Oscar-winning filmmaker said he loves the genre but will only direct one when he comes across an idea and story compelling enough to pursue

Dia Mirza opened up about playing Kamalpreet Kaur Dhanoa in Operation Safed Sagar, saying the role helped her understand the resilience of Air Force wives and the emotional strength they show while their husbands serve the nation

Farah Khan called out Lock Upp 2 contestant Akanksha Chamola for repeatedly acting like she knew everything about the game. The host asked if she also knew when she would be eliminated, calling her behaviour extremely annoying

Alia Bhatt expressed solidarity with the ongoing student protests, praising the courage and resilience of the students. While many welcomed her support, several netizens criticised the actor, saying her reaction came too late

Arnold Schwarzenegger has paid an emotional tribute to author-filmmaker Charles Gaines, crediting him with introducing bodybuilding to millions through Pumping Iron and helping launch his Hollywood career. Calling Gaines one of the people who helped make me who I am

After being criticised for his silence on the CJP protest, R Madhavan broke his silence with a detailed note. The actor urged students not to lose hope, called for action against those responsible and said he has faith in the government to strengthen the system

After supporting the CJP protest, Rajkummar Rao responded to a netizen who questioned his appearance in the Modi Hai Toh Mumkin Hai song. In a viral reply, the actor claimed he was pressurised into being part of the campaign video

Rupali Ganguly condemned vandalism during the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar and urged students to protest peacefully. Her statement drew criticism online, with many users accusing her of ignoring the alleged police action against protesting students

Saanvie Tallwar alleged Karan Kundrra kissed her without consent during Yeh Kahan Aa Gaye Hum, slapped and abused her after she reacted, and later created a toxic work environment. She claimed Ektaa Kapoor supported her and apologised on Karan's behalf

After the success of Border 2, Ahan Shetty is set to explore horror. Sources tell mid-day the actor has given his nod to Vikram Bhatt's 1920: Cold Winter, the sixth instalment of the popular franchise, which is currently in the scripting stage

After months of anticipation, Vijay's Jana Nayagan has finally released in theatres. Fans across Tamil Nadu celebrated with drumbeats, dancing, firecrackers and overnight queues, while some even travelled from Malaysia for the first-day-first show

Rupali Ganguly condemned vandalism during the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar and urged students to protest peacefully. Her statement drew criticism online, with many users accusing her of ignoring the alleged police action against protesting students

Saanvie Tallwar alleged Karan Kundrra kissed her without consent during Yeh Kahan Aa Gaye Hum, slapped and abused her after she reacted, and later created a toxic work environment. She claimed Ektaa Kapoor supported her and apologised on Karan's behalf

R Madhavan is facing fresh criticism over his silence on the ongoing student protests. FTII students have now questioned the institute president for not speaking out, even as actor Katrina Kaif continues to face backlash online over her silence

After the success of Border 2, Ahan Shetty is set to explore horror. Sources tell mid-day the actor has given his nod to Vikram Bhatt's 1920: Cold Winter, the sixth instalment of the popular franchise, which is currently in the scripting stage

Vaani Kapoor's long-delayed film Sarvagunn Sampann, ready since 2023, is finally set to premiere on Zee5. The social comedy stars Ishwak Singh and sees Kapoor play an adult star lookalike in a story about identity and self-acceptance

Sonakshi Sinha's Instagram post on the July 20 Delhi protest has been flagged with a sensitive content warning, a day after she criticised police action against students. Sources tell mid-day several actors also briefly faced visibility restrictions on protest posts

Salman Khan extended support to students protesting, saying his heart goes out to them. Condemning violence against students, he urged authorities to treat them with dignity, joining several celebrities who have backed the movement and called for peaceful dialogue

Despite the ticket prices of CM Vijay's Jana Nayagan being capped in Tamil Nadu at Rs 190, several tickets have been illegally sold at higher prices. Fans have raised their voice, urging Vijay to take strict action

The Odyssey star Matt Damon recently revealed that his stunt double in Christopher Nolan's epic was actually a female. Identified as 34-year-old Devyn Dalton, the stunt double appears in several shots involving the giants

Swara Bhasker took to Instagram to condemn the deployment of additional forces at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. She called it shameful, saying the Indian government has declared war on the youth and children of this country

Disha Patani's sister Khushboo Patani has backed the ongoing CJP protests, revealing she attended the Chalo Sansad march in disguise to witness the demonstration firsthand. The former Army officer praised Gen Z protesters for remaining peaceful during the police crackdown and said she was beaten

Alliance witnessed explosive drama as Bali and Kushal Tandon clashed after the Warriors' survival challenge. Vriddhi Patwa was eliminated, Mini Mathur received crucial advice from Kabir Khan, and tensions intensified as shifting alliances and emotions dominated the race to the finale

Sairaab has found its new male lead. After Rohit Chandel's exit, Krishna Kaul, last seen in Kumkum Bhagya, has reportedly been locked to headline the show, with an official announcement expected soon

Actress Ayesha Khan recently took to Instagram to share that she has been detained by the Mumbai Police for allegedly standing on the road during a student protest. The actress shared videos of her being pushed into the police van and also shared a video from the police station

Anupam Kher has extended support to students participating in CJP protests, calling their movement an important part of democracy. The actor said students have the right to question and protest but cautioned them against allowing people with political agendas to take control of their movement

Amid the ongoing CJP-led protests against the NEET paper leak, actress Mrunal Thakur shared that she visited the protests in Dhule and Nashik and met the students there. She shared that she was speechless when they asked about the paper leak

Ahead of Jana Nayagan's release, producer Narayana expressed disappointment over the film receiving an A certificate. He said the makers wanted a U/A rating so families could watch the film together but respect the CBFC's decision

Kangana Ranaut has reacted to the Congress joining the CJP protests over the NEET paper leak, accusing Rahul Gandhi of attempting to direct demonstrators towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence and calling it a security concern. She questioned the protest route and defended the government

Amid the ongoing protests against NEET paper leak and educational reforms, led by CJP, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli were seen visiting an ashram in Vrindavan. As clips of the couple emerged, many slammed them for their silence over the matter