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The team of Ikkis held a special screening of the film for Arun Khetarpals younger brother, Mukesh Khetarpal, who was seen getting emotional and crying uncontrollably. The film starring Agastya Nanda is based on the courage and martyrdom of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal

Actress Sreeleela was seen visiting the Tirumala temple on the occasion of Vaikuntha Ekadashi with her grandmother. During her visit, she was seen getting mobbed by fans who wanted to take pictures with her, making their movement difficult

Jana Nayagan audio launch marked Vijays emotional farewell to acting ahead of his political entry, celebrating a legacy that shaped Tamil cinema. The grand Malaysia event, now streaming on Tamil ZEE5, became a defining moment in Tamil pop culture

After Ranveer Singh`s exit from Don 3, makers are now considering Hrithik Roshan to play the lead, according to reports. This comes weeks after the Dhurandhar star quit the film, citing creative differences

Rashmika Mandanna marked nine years in the film industry with a heartfelt note, thanking fans for their unwavering love and support. The actress said she is most proud of the family she has built along her journey rather than just her filmography

Tara Sutaria reshared a video claiming influencers were offered money to spread negative PR and edited clips targeting her. She slammed the campaign as an attempt to malign her reputation and clarified that viral reaction videos were misleading

Malyalam actor Mohanlal`s mother, Santhakumari Amma, has passed away at the actor`s residence in Kochi, Kerala on Tuesday. She was suffering from age-related ailments for several years and passed away in the presence of her beloved son

Kareena Kapoor is spending her holidays in the company of her loved ones, travelling to different places. She shared a picture of her son, Jeh, but there is a hoodie covering his face

From some of her goofy moments on vacation, to spending time with her son Viaan, to her yoga diaries, the video compilation Shilpa Shetty dropped on her IG is absolutely wholesome

Salman Khan`s Battle of Galwan has been winning hearts with its teaser; however, the film has apparently upset his Chinese fans, who claim that the film presents false narratives and contradicts facts. Similarly, experts have also raised questions on the timing of its release

Ranbir Kapoors Love and War has reportedly been delayed again, pushing its release closer to Ramayana: Part 1 in 2026. The overlap has allegedly disappointed the Ramayana team, which was hoping for a significant gap between the two big releases

Vadh 2`s team has introduced a social media trend ahead of the films 2026 release, in which celebrities reveal the habits they plan to leave behind in 2026, leading to their symbolic Vadh

Salman Khans Battle of Galwan has stirred debate over cast fees, with reports claiming he earned Rs 110 crore. Chitrangda Singh reportedly received Rs 2 crore, sparking pay disparity discussions. The patriotic war drama, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, releases in 2026

Kim Kardashian gifted her four children puppies for Christmas, drawing criticism from PETA, which slammed the move and urged adoption from shelters instead. PETA suggested volunteering or funding spay drives

George Clooney was off guard while shooting a scene from Jay Kelly when one of his own clips was used in the film and he felt emotional looking back at his journey

Kunal Kapoor sparked backlash after calling vegetarians racist on Pooja Bhatts podcast, saying non-vegetarians feel excluded in vegetarian homes. Social media users slammed his remarks as entitled and ignorant, while some defended him as joking or misquoted

Ahead of the New Year, Karan Johar urged people to revive grace, kindness, and authenticity in an age dominated by social media. He questioned societys growing lack of courtesy and called for empathy, self-reflection, and celebrating others successes

On Pulkit Samrat`s birthday, his wife and actress Kriti Kharbanda took to Instagram to pen an adorable wish and share photos of their romantic moments

Anchor Suma Kanakala revealed that Prabhas has been making monthly donations to support an old age home in Khammam. She praised the actors rare and sustained generosity, noting that Pawan Kalyan and others also helped build the home

The video begins with a clip of Jennifer Garner, looking glam in a sleeveless black dress, sparkling earrings, full makeup and an immaculate blowout before switching to relatable pictures

BTS member V marked his 30th birthday with a shy moment captured by RM and J Hope, who shared a video of him hiding in a closet. The clip charmed fans, highlighting Vs gentle nature and the groups close bond

Shilpa took to Instagram to share that Namrata Shirodkar paid a surprise visit to her in Dubai, most likely so that the sisters can spend the New Year together

Indian cricketer Sneh Rana shared her special fan moment after meeting Deepika Padukone, calling the actress warmth exhilarating. The cricketer posted pictures from their meet, expressing admiration for Deepika since Om Shanti Om

Imran Khan criticised Bigg Boss, calling it disturbing and dystopian. Recalling his visit as a guest, he described the house as a zoo-like setup where contestants are constantly watched, deprived of comfort, and pushed into conflict for entertainment

Akshay Kumar uploaded a cute picture of Twinkle Khanna kicking him while he holds her leg mid-air and wrote that saying her look and kick can knock him out anytime

Rekha arrived at the premiere of Ikkis, but more than her appearance, what caught everyone`s attention was how affectionate she was towards the films lead, Agastya Nanda, who is the grandson of Amitabh Bachchan

Kim Taehyung, also known as BTS V, marked his first birthday after completing military service with grand fan-led celebrations across Seoul. Fans organised large installations, digital ads, themed caf events and citywide displays, highlighting his cultural impact

The Deol family came together for the screening of Ikkis, veteran star Dharmendras last film, following his demise. Sunny Deol was seen emotionally posing with his fathers poster, joined by Bobby Deol and other family members, along with several industry colleagues who attended the event

Hrithik Roshan is reading Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, whose work on flow has shaped thinking across art, sport and performance, while his boys enjoyed time in the pool

Thalapathy Vijays Jana Nayagan audio launch at Bukit Jalil Stadium, Malaysia, drew over 85,000 attendees, earning a place in the Malaysia Book of Records as the largest Tamil film audio release held outside India

Azaad was set in 1920s India, where a young stable boy bonds with a spirited horse. Amid rebellion and tyranny, his quest to ride the majestic animal awakens him to the country`s fight for freedom

A stylish Sonam was seen posing in a floral sleeveless top with white shorts as she held her son in her arms. In other pictures from the post, the little one can be seen posing with his grandparents and aunt

The video Bhumika Chawla uploaded on Instagram captures her cherished moments with her husband, Bharat Thakur, and their son, Yash. She also reunited with close friends on the trip

Bharti Singh has opened up about experiencing postpartum depression after the birth of her second son, Kaju, admitting she has been crying uncontrollably without understanding why

Huma Qureshi appears to be taking a very different approach to welcoming the New Year this time. She is in no mood for parties or celebrations and wants to have quiet time

Uploading a video compilation of some memories of the sibling duo, from their childhood to the present, Arjun Kapoor shared a heartfelt message for Anshula

Parth Samthaan returns to television with Seher Hone Ko Hai, calling it a creatively fulfilling choice after a long break. He says Mahids grey, layered personality, emotional trauma and strong religious grounding drew him in, while learning Urdu and immersing himself in Lucknow

Justin Bieber said there were moments he felt used, rushed, shaped into something he didn`t fully choose and credited his Christian faith with helping him through his pain

Kannada television actor Nandini CM, 26, was found dead at her Bengaluru paying guest accommodation in what police suspect to be a suicide. A death note citing depression and family pressure was recovered

On Kaun Banega Crorepati 17, Kumar Mangalam Birla reflected on his family values, crediting his father and grandfather for shaping his principles. He also spoke about the deep trust between the Birla and Tata families, praising Ratan Tatas integrity and legacy of nation building

Ganga Mai Ki Betiyan actor Amandeep Sidhu says she finds deep inspiration in her co-actors Shubhangi Latkar and Indira Krishnan, who play pivotal roles in shaping her journey both as an actor and as an individual.

The first look of Spirit is set to drop on January 1, 2026, and the announcement alone has fans buzzing. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film marks his first collaboration with Prabhas and expectations are sky-high.

As Chiranjeevi Hanuman The Eternal heads toward a 2026 release, director Rajesh Mapuskar addresses deadlines and criticism over its AI-driven approach. Acknowledging resistance from the film fraternity, he says the debate around AI in cinema needs nuance, not fear

Karan Tacker discusses the psychological toll of portraying real-life paranormal investigator Gaurav Tiwari in his latest outing Bhay. The actor calls it the most disturbing experience of his life

While shooting in Bhopal, Palkon Pe spotlights Rahul Mittra as a conflicted father caught between patriarchy, family and the law. Calling it his most challenging role yet, Mittra says the film is a timely social and courtroom drama addressing divorce, gender equality, sexuality and mental health

After leaked photos and videos revealed Emraan Hashmis look from the Awarapan sequel, the makers tightened on-set security and restricted access. Amid music-related rumours, the team denied controversy and fast-tracked the Rajasthan shoot to finish within a week

Amid growing speculations, the wedding date and venue of Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda`s rumoured wedding have been allegedly revealed. The couple, who reportedly got engaged in October plans a destination wedding in February

RM went live on Weverse ahead of New Year 2026, sharing a heartfelt, humorous and vulnerable conversation with fans. Calling 2025 the hardest year of his life, he spoke about loneliness, thanked ARMY for their support, joked about being single, and expressed hopeful anticipation for 2026

Genelia Deshmukh shared a video wherein Salman Khan is seen preparing and serving bhel to Riteish Deshmukh at his 60th birthday celebration at his Panvel farmhouse. She lauded the actor for his hospitality, saying he goes out of his way to make you feel at home, to make you feel special

Akshaye Khanna is being lauded for his standout performance in Dhurandhar, with Arshad Warsi praising his talent and independent nature. However, controversy surrounds him after a producer accused him of unprofessional behaviour following his exit from Drishyam 3.