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Director Ranjeeta Kaur, whose A Story That Refused to Die chronicles Paan Singh Tomar making, regrets that Irrfan was unable to watch her creation even after she sent it to him
Allu Arjun may use Mumbai as his work base amid Raaka and upcoming films with Atlee, Lokesh Kanagaraj and possibly Prashanth Neel. The move is for proximity and planning, while he will continue splitting time between Mumbai and Hyderabad
Aishwarya Rai marked her 19th anniversary with Abhishek Bachchan by sharing adorable pictures with Aaradhya and Abhishek from their celebrations. The family of three were seen happily posing for selfies
Mohanlal recently launched the teaser of Malayalam cinema`s first-ever musical horror comedy titled Karakkam, starring Sreenath Bhasi, Femina George, and more. The teaser offers a lively yet unsettling glimpse into the film`s world
Drishyam 3 director Jeethu Joseph recently reacted to the criticism about the film`s TV serial-like execution due to technical quality and lighting style. The filmmaker acknowledged the flak, adding that he likes things to look more realistic
Rakesh Bedi is enjoying renewed fame with Dhurandhar, as Farah Khan recalls their early struggles and shared memories. They fondly revisited how he and his friends would frequent Javed Akhtars home during their FTII days
Vijay Deverakonda and director Shouryuv kick off their new film VDxShouryuv with a pooja ceremony attended by Nani. The project has already generated buzz, with a global technical team on board
Shriya Tiwari called joining Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi a dream come true, opened up about playing Saloni, and praised Smriti Irani as a one take artist and a warm, supportive co-star
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli were recently seen at Vrindavan visiting Premanand Maharaj`s ashram on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya. The couple`s appearance comes days after the cricketer stirred a controversy by liking a German influencer`s Instagram picture
Suga said BTS can continue performing into their 70s and 80s, but with less intense choreography. He stressed their strong bond and commitment to evolving their performances while continuing to make music for fans long-term
Ali Asgar revealed he quit playing Dadi on The Kapil Sharma Show after his children were bullied over his on-screen roles. He cited emotional distress, typecasting, and family concerns, saying, Mera baap aurat hai deeply affected them
Shah Rukh Khan recalled Kundan Shahs intense direction, including 42 retakes and harsh scolding. Tiku Talsania shared a chaotic Goa shoot incident where the crew ran after a confrontation, highlighting the filmmakers passion and unpredictable sets.
Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh turned emotional at the Raja Shivaji trailer launch, thanking their team for bringing the film to life. The grand event saw the presence of the star-studded cast and highlighted the films scale and ambition
Indrans, who dropped out of school due to poverty, returned to education at 68 and appeared for his Class 7 equivalency exam. His journey reflects resilience and a lifelong desire to complete formal education
A petition was recently filed against Vijay over a Rs 100 crore mismatch in the two election affidavits filed by him ahead of the Tamil Nadu elections. The actor-turned-politician is contesting the election from Perambur in Chennai and Tiruchi East
Vijay surprised a newlywed couple by inviting them onto his campaign van during a rally, a video of which has gone viral. The actor-politician continues to draw attention during his debut election campaign in Tamil Nadu
Namita Thapar responded to backlash over her namaz health benefits video, saying, I dont care about the hate. She clarified she has also made reels on Hindu practices and stressed her focus on promoting wellness across religions
Riteish Deshmukhs Raja Shivaji trailer highlights the Maratha kings fierce battle against Afzal Khan and his pursuit of Swarajya. The film features a strong ensemble cast and intense action, focusing on a key chapter from Shivajis life
Asha Bhosle`s granddaughter, Zanai, was seen breaking down recently while immersing the veteran singer`s ashes in the sacred Ganga river on Monday. In the videos surfaced online, Asha`s son, Anand performed the rituals
Dhurandhar actor Rakesh Bedi recently recalled an incident where he faced discrimination on the sets of a film and was denied payment, since the money was reserved for the main hero
Charlize Theron said Timothee Chalamet`s comments on ballet and opera were reckless and said she would like to have a face-to-face confrontation with him
Shah Rukh Khans King is generating buzz, with Anirudh Ravichander hinting at a possible collaboration with Ed Sheeran. The film also marks Suhana Khans theatrical debut and features a star-studded cast
Jio Studios` new film Krishna is built by an AI platform, bringing together cutting-edge technology with large-scale storytelling, spectacle and mythology
Samay Raina revealed he feared going bankrupt like Amitabh Bachchan after the Indias Got Latent row. He lost sponsors, scrapped episodes, broke fixed deposits to refund brands, and faced financial stress before gradually rebuilding his career
Archana Puran Singh says her long stint on The Kapil Sharma Show limited her film opportunities, leading to fewer offers over time. Despite a decades-long career, she feels typecast in comic roles and hopes projects like Toaster will change that
The trailer of 24, starring Anil Kapoor, is live, offering a gripping glimpse into the edge-of-the-seat thriller that redefined Indian television storytelling
Adarsh Gourav is all set to reprise his role as Slightly in Ridley Scotts sci-fi series Alien: Earth Season 2. Peter Dinklage has also joined the cast
Youth performed well at the box office despite competition and is now streaming on Netflix. Rishab Shetty praised the film, calling it heartfelt and applauding Ken Karunaas multi-faceted work
Dhanush plays a robber who is on a robbing spree. He breaks into banks one after the other, as he is in desperate need of money. The film will release on April 30
Urvashi Dholakia alleged late-night construction disturbances in Juhu, calling it intolerable. Responding to being linked, Asit Kumarr Modi denied involvement, stating he has no connection with the property under scrutiny
Producer Sajid Nadiadwala gifted the title Sanki to Ahan Shetty for his next with Tinu Desai after the actor requested it. The film, once planned with Pooja Hegde, was put on backburner. The gesture highlights their long-standing bond
Varun Dhawan shares a light BTS moment with Salman Khan from Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. Meanwhile, Ramayana impresses with early footage at CinemaCon, earning praise as a grand epic, with reports of possible global rollout
Returning with Love and Machines after five years, MIDIval Punditz on how the album marks both reinvention and the continuation of their love affair with electronic music
Jasleen Royal teams up with Badshah for Inaam, a romantic ballad rooted in quiet longing and emotional honesty. She says their contrasting styles blended naturally, while she chose authenticity over chasing trends or algorithms in her music
Shraddha Kapoor is reportedly roped in to play Ashneer Grovers wife in his biopic, starring Aamir Khan. She has been attached to Rahul Modys project since its early stages
Avinash Tiwary says audiences were conditioned to watch romantic dramas on OTT, but believes Ginny Weds Sunny 2 will recreate Laila Majnu magic and bring families back to theatres
Jin shared he is not interested in pursuing acting currently, prioritising BTS over personal ambitions. His candid remarks about putting the group first have resonated strongly with fans, earning widespread praise from ARMY
Mahavatar Parshuraam, second in the Mahavatar universe after Mahavatar Narsimha, is announced with a striking poster. The film will depict Parshuraam, promising a grand, culturally rooted visual spectacle
Shubhangi Atre said she is open to working with Shilpa Shinde, stressing professionalism over personal differences. She also shared staying true to Angoori Bhabhi while exploring new dimensions in Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! Fun On The Run
Actor Nikitin Dheer has joined Venkatesh as part of the main cast for director Trivikram Srinivas` next.
Providing a peek into her weekend diaries, Tara wrote on the photo-sharing app, Saturday night cuddles with HRH Pookie, HRH Watson ( Pookie is not pictured here as she waddled off to avoid said cuddles ). (sic)
Pawan Kalyan underwent surgery after a sudden health scare during a meeting. Following medical tests, doctors performed the procedure successfully. His wife Anna Lezhneva confirmed he is recovering well and currently under rest
Bhooth Bangla opens to a strong box office response, earning Rs 47.25 crore in India within two days after a 60percent jump on Day 2. Backed by positive word of mouth, the horror-comedy is heading towards a highly successful opening weekend
Abhishek Pathak and Shivaleeka Oberoi have welcomed their first child, a baby girl, on April 19, 2026, sharing the joyful news on social media. The couple, who married in 2023, had announced their pregnancy in December 2025 with a heartfelt post
The combination has already sparked huge anticipation, and the starting of filming has only amplified the buzz.
Commemorating the special day, Kris took to her official Instagram handle and dropped some unseen pictures of Kourtney on her social media handle
Deepika Padukone has announced that she and Ranveer Singh are expecting their second child. This comes a year after they welcomed their daughter Dua
Vinay Pathak reflects on his long-standing collaboration with Rajat Kapoor, emphasising how friendship strengthens creative work and storytelling. He also highlights how shooting Everybody Loves Saurabh Handa chronologically enhanced performances and emotional continuity
Rahul Roy, once a 90s sensation with Aashiqui, recently went viral after being spotted in Versova, sparking nostalgia and mixed reactions online. The actor, who survived a brain stroke in 2020, was last seen in Agra, a film he shot before his health setback
Varun dropped a post on his Instagram handle, revealing that the procedure went well, and he is on the road to recovery.

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