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On Nagarjunas birthday, the makers unveiled the first glimpse of King100, showcasing the actor in a stylish, larger-than-life avatar. The film has locked its December release date and will clash with Shah Rukh Khans King
Archana Puran Singh gave Samay Raina a savage comeback after he mocked her vlogging talent on Indias Got Latent 2. Samay also joked about her husband and sons, prompting Archana to warn her children about sitting in the front row
Roadies Rebirth is set to return for its 21st season with Rannvijay Singha as host. A teaser featuring six helmets has sparked speculation about six Gang Leaders, with names including Nikhil Chinapa, Gautam Gulati, Prince Narula and Mr Faisu being discussed.
Emraan Hashmi has tested positive for swine flu after returning from Ranchi and postponed his Bengaluru show. The actor was set to headline The Emraan Era on August 29. The event will now be held on September 12, with tickets remaining valid
Amitabh Bachchan expressed concern over the devastating Nepal floods, calling the destruction unbearable to watch and saying natures fury cannot be battled. Several Bollywood personalities, including Sonu Sood, Manisha Koirala and Sanjay Dutt, also extended prayers and support
Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar in Drishyam: The Conclusion, the third and final instalment of the franchise. The makers unveiled his intense first look, featuring a troubled Vijay, while Tabu and Shriya Saran reprise their roles. The film releases October 2
Shabana Azmi has linked Batwara 1947s weak box-office performance to audiences struggling to accept Sunny Deol as an Indian Muslim character. She praised the films message of humanity, questioned reactions to its India-Pakistan theme and called the response contradictory
Cardi B reflected on balancing motherhood with her demanding music career, highlighting how much her life has changed over the years. The rapper shared that seven years and four children later, she continues to pursue her career while embracing her responsibilities as a mother
Filmmaker Subhash Ghai reminisced about his close bond with actors Shatrughan Sinha and Jackie Shroff, recalling that he performed the kanyadaan at the weddings of both their wives. He described the actors as his first heroes and shared the emotional connection
Stating that it was truly inspiring to watch the director at work, the actress praised Ambiecka Pandit for the conviction and clarity that she had and for giving her actors the space and freedom to explore.
Meta Description: Harmanpreet Singh's late penalty-corner equaliser forced a shoot-out, but India settled for an eighth-place finish at the FIH World Cup
Amitabh Bachchan reflected on sibling relationships, sharing an observation about the youngest child in a family. The veteran actor said younger siblings often receive more indulgence and can get away with a lot compared with their elder brothers or sisters
Aamir Khans brother Faissal Khan is reportedly set to enter Bigg Boss 20 on September 6. After declining the show in 2022, Faisal has now agreed to participate. His family equation with Aamir and recent public apology could become key talking points
Arpita Khan Sharma shared a Raksha Bandhan video featuring her performing aarti and tying rakhi to Salman Khan. The celebration at Alvira Agnihotris home drew attention for its backdrop, a massive Jesus Christ mural featuring The Last Supper
Amitabh Bachchan recalled failing an examination and appearing for an ATKT, sharing an early academic setback from his youth. The veteran actor also revealed that he once aspired to become an Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer before pursuing a career in films
Tara Sutaria has opened up about her dyscalculia diagnosis, sharing how the learning disability affects her ability to deal with numbers and finances. The actor said she feels fortunate to have her fathers support, as he helps manage her financial matters
Orry appeared on Samay Rainas Indias Got Latent Season 2, where their playful banter included a warning from Orry: Andar jaayega toh bahar nahi aayega iss baar. The episode also featured Archana Puran Singh, Nishant Suri and Sharon Verma
Kichcha Sudeep has praised Yash for taking a creative risk with Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups despite mixed audience reactions. Sudeep said attempting such an unconventional film takes courage, applauding Yash for moving beyond the formula associated with KGF
Dil Chahta Hai has completed 25 years, marking a major milestone for Farhan Akhtars iconic directorial debut. Saif Ali Khan, Aamir Khan and Farhan reunited to celebrate the films silver jubilee, revisiting the friendship, memories and enduring legacy of the cult classic.
An overseas series win is always worth cherishing, but this Sri Lanka job was only three-fourths done as the Colombo stalemate leaves Indias World Test Championship final hopes hanging by a slender thread
In the Saif Ali Khan stabbing case, accused Mohammad Shariful Islam has approached a Mumbai court seeking to plead guilty. His lawyer has also requested leniency. The court has sought the prosecutions response and adjourned the hearing to September 11
Phonographic Performance Ltd sends legal notice to producer Aamir Khan after Kal Ho Naa Ho song is used without authorisation at an alleged Batwara 1947 event; the stars production house deny all allegations saying they didnt organise the said event or have any role to play in playing the song
Indian cricket stars ring in Raksha Bandhan!
Aamir Khan is in talks to headline a reboot of the Race franchise, with Sidharth Malhotra and Tiger Shroff also likely to join. Both actors have reportedly heard and liked the script, while Vijay Krishna Acharya will direct the action thriller
A new study estimates that 145 million children in India are exposed to at least one additional month of heat stress every year due to climate change
At least 320 Indians remain missing after devastating floods near the Nepal-Tibet border, while around 400 others are stranded on the Chinese side, the MEA said
K Annamalais criticism of the CBFC over graphic violence has triggered discussions within the board. Officials are reportedly reviewing parameters for assessing extreme violence, amid backlash against Toxic and Marco
Kareena Kapoor Khan will headline Arati Kadavs 1990s-set procedural drama, reportedly a Netflix original. Produced by Harman Baweja, the film marks their first collaboration and begins filming in September
Penguin Random House India has clarified that it is not the Indian publisher of Sonia Gandhis memoir Belonging, rejecting reports that it withdrew from publishing the book over proposed editorial changes
YouTubers and influencers have recieved a legal notice from the team of Yash-starrer Toxic over their negative review. Another YouTuber has now made the same claim on social media and slammed Yash as another 'rich' person.
Mom-to-be Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently interacted with new mothers on Instagram, wherein she revealed that she had already gained 11 kgs of weight. She also shared how she feels empowered and happy
Salman Khan celebrated Raksha Bandhan with his family on Friday. Following the celebrations, Arpita shared a video wherein she is seen performing rituals and tying rakhi to Salman Khan
Breaking Bad actor Aaron Paul recently celebrated his 47th birthday, but the day turned into a confusion after many on the internet feared that the actor was dead. His death rumours began doing rounds leaving fans worried
Amid the devastating and tragic flash floods that hit Nepal, several Bollywood celebs have now come forward to express their heartbreak and shock, extending support to the victims affected
Amrish Puri's son Rajeev Puri dismissed the long-standing rumour of his father slapping Govinda when he arrived nine hours late and also shared why they may not have collaborated again.
Amid the controversy surrounding Kriti Sanon's clothes in a Raksha Bandhan ad, actor Celina Jaitly is now facing scutiny online after she was seen celebrating the festival at an event in Mumbai wearing a deepneck blouse
Mohit Malik opens up about playing Birju Lohar in Mirzapur: The Film, revealing that he underwent an intense physical and psychological transformation for the role. He grew his beard, built a desi physique and immersed himself in the character for months
India head coach Gautam Gambhir lauded the team's mental toughness in their 1-0 Test series victory over Sri Lanka, while praising batter Sonal Dinusha
Actress Dia Mirza recalled how filming the song 'Mujhe Tumse Mohabbat Hai' pushed her out of her comfort zone, especially as she was still learning to accept her own body.
Salman Khan was spotted after celebrating Raksha Bandhan with his sisters, Alvira Khan Agnihotri and Arpita Khan Sharma. Away from film sets and blockbuster buzz, the superstar appeared to spend the festival in full family mode
Following days of public exchanges and throwing shade at each other, Kangana Ranaut and Baba Ramdev have buried their feud on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. Kangana shared a note on social media calling him her elder brother
Gal Gadot has addressed speculation about her return as Wonder Woman in the revamped DCU. The actress revealed that the studio had previously expressed interest in developing a third film, but she has not had any recent conversations about reprising the iconic role
India is planning to procure the US-made Javelin anti-tank missile system, US Ambassador Sergio Gor said, with the proposed acquisition also opening up possibilities for co-production between New Delhi and Washington
Kylie Jenner has revealed that she wants bigger boobs in the future, joking that she wants her breasts to walk in before she does. The beauty mogul said she is not rushing into another procedure, but may revisit the idea after turning 30
Manasi Joshi Roy recalls cherished Raksha Bandhan celebrations with brother Sharman Joshi and their extended family, including singing Bhaiya Mere Rakhi Ke Bandhan Ko Nibhana. She also reveals that Sharman gifted her a silver necklace and earrings set from his first earnings
Zeenat Aman marked Raksha Bandhan by remembering her late on-screen brother Dev Anand and their iconic bond in Hare Rama Hare Krishna. She also recalled filming in Nepal and expressed concern for those affected by the devastating floods, urging support for authorised relief efforts
Shehnaaz Gill reveals that Singh vs Kaur 2 feels like the outcome of her manifestation. The actress shares how the sequel became a reality, making the project particularly special as she returns to a franchise close to her heart
Ahead of Raksha Bandhan 2026, late actor Sushant Singh Rajput's sister Shweta Singh Kirti remembered their fond memories of the festival in a heartfelt Instagram post
Rajat Bedi talks about presenting the Marathi film Bandhu and reveals why the story convinced him to come on board. He says the film explores emotions and relationships in a way that connects deeply with every family member
Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar penned a sweet birthday note for his wife, Shibani Akhtar, on social media. Calling her his sunshine, the actor showered his wife with love on her special day

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