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Timothee Chalamet recently won the Critics` Choice Awards 2026 for his role in the film Marty Supreme. During his acceptance speech, he gave a special shoutout to his girlfriend Kylie Jenner
BTS member Jungkook was again targeted by a stalker after a woman was arrested for causing a disturbance near his Seoul home. The incident has renewed concerns about his safety and repeated invasions of privacy
Hema Malini has spoken for the first time after the death of her husband, actor Dharmendra. She revealed the reason why two prayer meetings were held for the veteran actor and the family bonds between the Deols
Renowned Malayalam actor and production controller Kannan Pattambi has died at the age of 62. The actor passed away on Sunday night after undergoing treatment for a kidney-related ailment at a private hospital in Kozhikode
Deepika Padukone hosted a pre-birthday celebration for her fans in Mumbai last month, where she cut a huge cake and even had a fan meet-up. Videos and pictures from the event have now surfaced online as the actress turns 40 on January 5
Amid the upcoming box office clash between Vijay`s final film Jana Nayagan and Sivakarthikeyans Parasakthi, Vijay`s fans recently expressed their rage by tearing down posters of Parasakthi. In another incident, they were seen chanting TVK slogans at the Parasakthi event
Dilip Prabhavalkars Dashavatar (2025) has entered the Oscars contention list, making it the first Marathi film to do so. The achievement has sparked fresh conversations about regional stories finally getting their due on the world stage, beyond subtitles and sidebars
Shraddha Kapoor is juggling two very different worlds this year. After wrapping up Eetha in March, the actress will soon jump onto a shapeshifting avatar with Naagin, which is set to go on floors in April
Composer Tapas Relia reflects on the strange longevity of music and how his decade-old song has found its way to Instagram reels. The 2016 song, All I Am Saying Is Lets Give Love a Chance was featured recently in Madhuri Dixit`s Mrs Deshpande
Despite a slow start, Sriram Raghavan`s directorial Ikkis continues to thrive on gradual audience acceptance, not front-loaded numbers. Trends and trade experts suggest that the film could do well in the coming days based on strong word of mouth
Bigg Boss Marathi 3 runner-up and actor Jay Dudhane has now reacted to his arrest in a Rs 5 crore fraud case. The actor, who got married just a few days ago, was arrested at Mumbai airport while he was travelling abroad for his honeymoon
Alia Bhatt welcomed the new year 2026 by dropping an adorable, and postcard worthy picture with Ranbir Kapoor and daughter Raha from their New Year`s vacation. The picture featured Ranbir lifting Raha high on a beach while Alia cheers
Amid rising cases of celebrities being mobbed, now Allu Arjun and his wife Sneha Reddy were mobbed by a huge crowd at a Hyderabad cafe. Videos of the same have gone viral in which the Pushpa actor is seen holding Sneha close and protecting her from the unruly crowd
Legendary Tamil filmmaker Bharathiraja has been hospitalised in Chennai and is undergoing treatement in the ICU after he suffered breathing issues. The doctors have now shared an health update confirming that he is stable and responding to treatment
A video from Sudha Chandrans annual Mata Ki Chawki has gone viral, showing the actress deeply immersed in devotion during a Devi bhajan, appearing trance-like form. The actress is also seen biting people, and breaking down while three people hold her back
Jay Bhanushali confirmed his separation from Mahhi Vij through a heartfelt statement, saying they have parted ways amicably and will continue to co-parent their children while requesting privacy and respect as they move forward
Vijays Jana Nayagan trailer faced online backlash after fans spotted a Gemini AI logo, suggesting AI-generated visuals. The makers later removed the watermark, but the trailer continued to draw criticism and trolling across social media platforms
Kriti Sanon was overwhelmed with emotion as her sister Nupur Sanon got engaged to Stebin Ben. Sharing a heartfelt Instagram post, Kriti expressed joy and excitement over the lakeside proposal
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh were spotted at an NBA game in New York, posing for selfies with fans. They looked adorable twinning in black attires for their date night. To note, the couple is enjoying holidays amid Dhurandhar success
Suriya and Jyotika praised Aditya Dhars Dhurandhar, calling it a masterpiece and congratulating Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna and R Madhavan on the blockbuster. The director responded with a heartfelt note of gratitude
Anupam Kher has kicked off the shoot of Khosla Ka Ghosla 2, reuniting with Ranvir Shorey and other original cast members. The sequel to the 2006 cult classic has sparked nostalgia among fans
Sara Arjun thanked audiences for showering love on Dhurandhar, calling them her strongest supporters. She said the films response proved cinema still holds power in the era of short content and that connecting with viewers is an artists biggest victory
At nephew Ayaans engagement, young fans called Salman Khan maamu and presented handmade cards. The superstar stopped to greet them, and his adorable, heartfelt reaction left everyone gushing
Anuv Jains latest single Inaam is a confessional reflection on love, growth, and gratitude. The song explores the emptiness behind chasing success and reminds listeners to appreciate lifes little wins
Dream Girl director Raaj Shaandilyaa and Nana Patekar team up for a UP police cybercrime ad. The short film shows Nana helping an elderly couple outsmart a fraudster, raising awareness about digital scams and online safety
Cocktail 2, featuring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, is nearly complete. The makers are focusing on the music as the film gears up for a September release, ensuring a six-month gap after Shahids O Romeo.
Ayaan Agnihotri, Salman Khans nephew, announced his engagement to Tina Rijhwani on Instagram, sharing joyful photos from the celebration. The musician, son of Alvira and Atul Agnihotri, has collaborated with Salman and is currently working on his own EP
The upcoming reality show The 50 is set to premiere on 1 February 2026 on Colors TV and Jio Hotstar. Featuring fifty contestants and associated with Farah Khan, the show promises strategy, drama and intense competition, generating strong buzz among fans
The Jana Nayagan trailer presents Vijay as a fearless police officer taking on Bobby Deols tyrannical character in a high intensity political action drama. Marking Vijays final film, the trailer promises powerful action, emotion and a strong message-driven narrative.
After the success of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, Karan Johar is reportedly planning his next directorial, a large scale family drama that may be titled Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham 2. Reports suggest the script is locked, with pre production starting mid 2026
Zee Studios Gandhi Talks, a rare modern silent film, is set to release on January 30, 2026, redefining storytelling through silence and emotion. Featuring Vijay Sethupathi, Arvind Swamy, Aditi Rao Hydari, and Siddharth Jadhav, the film relies purely on performance and expression
After weeks of speculation, Nupur Sanon and Stebin Ben confirmed their relationship milestone with dreamy engagement pictures. The proposal took place by a scenic lake, with Kriti Sanon present to witness the moment
Hrithik Roshan has Bengali blood through his paternal grandmother, Ira Roshan, who was a Bengali Brahmin. She was married to the legendary music director Roshanlal Nagrath
Veteran actor Anupam Kher has achieved a historic career milestone. He is celebrating his 550th film, Khosla Ka Ghosla 2. Subhash Ghai recalled what Dilip Kumar said about Kher during the shoot of their film Karma
Finn Wolfhard has hinted that he could return to the IT franchise in the future. His characters influence is reflected in the 2025 spin-off series, Welcome to Derry, keeping Richies legacy alive in the IT universe
Following the massive success of Dhurandhar, filmmakers may be rethinking how big-budget spectacles are released. Shah Rukh Khans King and Sanjay Leela Bhansalis Love & War could potentially be split into two parts
Jennifer Lopez says her children are ready to get out there and explore the world and manage adult responsibilities, remembering what she felt like when she was 18
In her final TikTok before 2026, Jojo Siwa teased some potential upcoming projects in a video of her lipsyncing to her 2016 song Boomerang, and subsequently changed her name on her profile
Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups unveils Tara Sutarias first look as Rebecca, a fragile yet dangerous character who adds new depth to the films dark universe. The role marks Taras pan-India debut and a striking shift from her usual on-screen persona
The first look poster of Bhagyashrii Borse`s character in the film also confirmed that the makers were looking to release the film in the summer of 2026
The director said, Chirag portrays Mohammad Bin Tughlaq, not simply as a villain, but as a layered ruler whose brilliance often clashed with the consequences of his own choices. I wanted an actor who could convincingly bring together physical gigantism and intellectual brilliance
Taking to their Instagram handle, PVR Inox shared the announcement of the popular rom-com Band Baaja Baaraat`s re-release in the theatres on 16th January
Shah Rukh Khan was spotted at Mumbai airport with his family amid a political controversy over KKR signing Bangladeshi cricketer Mustafizur Rahman. The actors public appearance comes as criticism and support pour in from various quarters
Border 2 aims to reinterpret that spirit for a new generation, both in scale and storytelling sensibility. The sequel is expected to retain the old-school gravitas that made the first film unforgettable
Shraddha Kapoor was spotted at a city hospital with her father Shakti Kapoor and was visibly uncomfortable with paparazzi filming her. Despite requesting them to stop, the clip quickly went viral on social media

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