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Amid the ongoing controversy over Tanishk Bagchi's alleged unpaid royalties, Amaal Mallik shared a cryptic post claiming he had fought the Hindi music industry's system alone years ago. The composer wrote where were you in 2015 when I was fighting the system alone

Shabana Azmi visited Delhi's Jantar Mantar to express solidarity with the ongoing protest over alleged NEET examination irregularities. The veteran actor met Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke, who is on a hunger strike, and interacted with protesters demanding accountability

Kristen Stewart has revisited the moment she accidentally punched Chris Hemsworth during the filming of Snow White and the Huntsman. The actor admitted she feared she had ruined the movie after the blow left Hemsworth with a bloody nose, a black eye and a lump, before he laughed it off

Jennifer Aniston has opened up about why she never chose adoption while reflecting on motherhood. The Friends star admitted she had always hoped for a biological child, saying, I wanted my own DNA in a little person, but has now found peace accepting that becoming a mother just wasn't in the plan

Tom Cruise slips into the shoes of Digger Rockwell for a special FIFA World Cup 2026 promo, delivering a dramatic monologue that name-checks football legends Pel, Diego Maradona, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. The video teases the larger-than-life world of Digger ahead of its October release

Nick Jonas marked Priyanka Chopra's 44th birthday with a romantic social media tribute featuring unseen glimpses from their Spain getaway. Sharing moments from their yacht vacation, Nick called Priyanka 'my love' as he celebrated the actor with a heartfelt post filled with affection and memories

Christopher Nolan has revealed that he plans to step away from directing for at least three years after completing The Odyssey. The Oscar-winning filmmaker admitted that the epic production pushed him and his team to their physical limits, but said a story of such scale required it

Before becoming a Hollywood star, Will Ferrell briefly worked at Disneyland but the job lasted only one day. The actor revealed he quit after learning he would have to wait years before operating popular rides, with his friend giving a hilarious excuse that he had a tryout with the Dallas Cowboys

Abhinav Shukla sparked discussion after claiming on the4POV podcast that pornography contributes to global warming due to the energy required for production and streaming. The actor also shared his views on the impact of adult content on people, while Rubina Dilaik was surprised with the comment

Rohit Chandel's close relative has clarified that reports claiming his bail plea was rejected in the POCSO case are false. According to them, the hearing was postponed to July 21 as police representatives were absent, while the actor remains in judicial custody

A viral video from Jasmine Sandlas' Dehradun concert allegedly shows the singer being inappropriately touched while interacting with fans. The incident has sparked outrage online, with netizens demanding better security and crowd management at live events

Ikka actor Tillotama Shome has spoken about the double standards surrounding women-led films, questioning why actresses face more scrutiny when a film fails at the box office. She said success and failure should be judged on the film itself rather than the gender of its lead actor

Jim Parsons has opened up about the emotional toll of starring in The Big Bang Theory, revealing that despite the sitcom's phenomenal success, he often felt overwhelmed, stressed and unhappy. The actor also reflected on why he chose to leave the hit series after 12 seasons and move on

Dhanush has reacted to his double triumph at the 72nd National Film Awards after Raayan won Best Tamil Film and Captain Miller earned him a Special Mention. Calling the recognition humbling, the actor-filmmaker said Raayan marked his first National Award as a director

Sanjay Mishra has reacted to winning the Best Supporting Actor honour at the 72nd National Film Awards for Bhakshak. Calling it the greatest recognition an actor can receive, he thanked director Pulkit, Red Chillies Entertainment and Netflix, and dedicated the award to the film's entire team

Samay Raina defended India's Got Latent contestant Sakshi Jha amid backlash over her remarks about men, urging fans to send her love instead of hate. Meanwhile, reports claim the Bihar teacher has been suspended from her government job

After his explosive confrontation in Alliance, Kushal Tandon broke down in tears while speaking to Seema Sajdeh. Comforting him, Seema urged the actor to stay strong, avoid reacting emotionally, and channel his resilience into strength

What if the person invading your privacy is the only one who can save your life? Ravi Muppa's Incognito transforms a hidden-camera scandal into a gripping moral thriller, with Vikram Pratap Singh delivering a compelling performance in a story packed with suspense and unexpected twists

Manjummel Boys actor Chandu Salimkumar admitted the team was disappointed after the film failed to win any honours at the 72nd National Film Awards. However, he said the overwhelming love from audiences remains the film's biggest achievement

The FIFA World Cup 2026 final will feature the tournament's first-ever halftime show with performances by BTS, Shakira, Justin Bieber and Madonna. Indian fans can watch the historic musical event live alongside the final on July 20

Chris Hemsworth celebrated wife Elsa Pataky's 50th birthday with a heartfelt Instagram post featuring their adventurous moments together. Calling her forever adventurous and gorgeous, the actor shared memories of cliff diving, travel and family life

Benny Blanco revealed he is crossing the Atlantic by boat to reunite with wife Selena Gomez in London due to his fear of flying. He shared the journey on social media, calling it one of the things we do for love.

Saba Pataudi shared a heartfelt Instagram post after meeting Aamir Khan, calling him one of her childhood favourites. She praised his journey as an actor, producer and director, describing their reunion after decades as a memorable and inspiring experience

At the Ramayana event, Yash leaves the fans happily surprised after he addresses them in Hindi. The actor credits the film for giving him an opportunity to learn the language

Rashmika Mandanna's choreographer Brinda lauds the actress, she reveals that her commitment and dediction is the biggest reason for her success in acting career

Pritam and Pedro, dialogue writers, Shashank Kunwar and Pranjal Saxena, open up about the process of writing for the show, creating relatable humour, and working with Rajkumar Hirani. They also share how many jokes came from their personal lives

A video of designer Gaurav Gupta placing his hand on Ananya Panday's waist during a post-show photo session in Mumbai has gone viral. While some netizens called the gesture inappropriate, others defended it as a harmless interaction, sparking debate online

A purported trailer of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana leaked online shortly after its Delhi launch event despite strict anti-leak measures. The viral clips sparked excitement among fans ahead of the film's official global trailer release on July 24

Katrina Kaif shared a rare glimpse of her son, Vihaan, on social media, calling him her most precious blessing. While keeping his face hidden, the actor offered fans a heartfelt look into motherhood, with the post receiving immense love online

Ranbir Kapoor apologised for wearing sunglasses at the Ramayana: Pratham Sankalp event, revealing he was battling an eye infection. The actor also paid a heartfelt tribute to Arun Govil, saying portraying Lord Ram even remotely as well would make his hard work worthwhile

Harshad Chopda made a heartbreaking confession on Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa, revealing he attempted suicide after his first girlfriend cheated on him with his best friend. The actor said the betrayal left him emotionally scarred and struggling with trust for years

Dulquer Salmaan revealed that his father, Mammootty, had a characteristically understated reaction to his National Award win. Instead of celebrating, the veteran actor simply asked, Did you win anything?, reinforcing his belief in staying grounded despite major achievements.

Sudhir Mishra says the story isnt Sonam Wangchuks, but of a generation seeking its voice amid Indias social churning and demanding to be heard

Kartik Aaryan, Yami Gautam, Mammootty, and Dhanush headline the winners at the 72nd National Film Awards

Before Main Vaapas Aaunga, Imtiaz Ali considered adapting screenwriter Nayanika Mahtanis Across the Line, which she believes will happen when its time comes

At Ramayana's Pratham Sankalp event, Sunny Deol admitted that portraying Lord Hanuman is a difficult responsibility. The actor, who turned emotional on stage, said he has only begun work on the film and will make every effort to do justice to the iconic role

Randeep Hooda expressed gratitude after winning the National Award for Best Debut Director for Swatantryaveer Savarkar. Calling it his toughest project, he thanked his team and said he hopes the film inspires the younger generation to learn about Veer Savarkar's legacy

Vishal Dadlani and Prakash Raj criticised the government's forcible removal of Sonam Wangchuk from his Jantar Mantar protest after a 21-day hunger strike. While authorities cited health concerns, the actors called the move undemocratic and questioned the crackdown on a peaceful protest

The 72nd National Film Awards winners have been announced. Kartik Aaryan and Mammootty shared Best Actor honours, while Yami Gautam won Best Actress for Article 370. Article 370 also won Best Feature Film, and Srikanth was named Best Hindi Film

After Tanishk Bagchi claimed he received only Rs 8 lakh in royalties for Saiyaara's title track, YRF issued a statement saying the song was a collaboration between three composers and royalties have been shared equally as per the contract

Jennifer Winget has tied the knot with longtime partner William Ishmael in a private ceremony in the UK. The actress shared a dreamy wedding video and stunning glimpses from the celebration, leaving fans and industry friends showering the couple with love

Television actor Rohit Chandel has reportedly been denied bail in the alleged POCSO case. The actor, accused of stalking, harassing and assaulting a 16-year-old girl, will remain in judicial custody. Reports say the matter may be heard again on Monday

The makers of Batwara 1947 unveiled a new teaser featuring Sunny Deol in a powerful role as a man fighting to protect his family during Partition. Also starring Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi and Ali Fazal, the film releases on August 14, 2026

During a visit to Mumbai's Slum Rehabilitation Authority office, Salman Khan inaugurated a new IT facility and distributed house keys to beneficiaries. He also playfully avoided questions about Maatrubhumi, which has been in the news over CBFC issues and its delayed release

Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda marked Saiyaara's first anniversary by unveiling an exclusive Collector's Edition Vinyl LP at Wembley Stadium, the iconic location featured in the film. Director Mohit Suri also reflected on the film's memorable music

Randeep Hooda and wife Lin Laishram marked a special milestone by celebrating daughter Nyomica's traditional weaning ceremony. Photos from the intimate event showcased the couple in elegant ethnic outfits as they celebrated their little one's first solid meal

Main Vaapas Aaunga writer Nayanika Mahtani opens up about the process behind Imtiaz Ali's film, revealing the filmmaker met a 90-year-old who said, 'Take me back to Pakistan', who inspired the story

As TMKOC marked 18 years, Dilip Joshi addressed rumours about quitting the show and having reduced screen time. Calling such reports unverified, he urged reputed media houses to confirm facts with the production team before publishing such news

Amitabh Bachchan unveiled the theme of KBC 18, Sochna Padega, saying the quiz show has evolved for the AI era. Contestants will need logic and critical thinking, not just memorised answers, to succeed. The new season premieres on August 10

On Indian Idol, Hema Malini fondly recalled meeting Rekha during dance training in Chennai. She described Rekha as a mischievous child who often ran away from rehearsals and remembered her charming Narad Muni performance years before she became a Bollywood superstar