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Actor Nitish Sharma called the opportunity to play Shatrughan, the youngest son of King Dasharatha, in director Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana' a divine blessing. Recalling the moment, Nitish shared that it felt to him as if it was 'fate'
Sanjay Sharma, the producer and director of the film Sahiya has questioned the functioning of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) amidst the delay in the film's censor process. Sanjay pointed out that they made the application for the movie under the priority category
Actor Mrunal Thakur recently raised concerns about her deepfake content circulating online and warned against the misuse of her identity. The actress shared a strong-worded note on X warning of legal action
Dhurandhar singer and Bigg Boss 15 fame Afsana Khan shared an update on social media recently, revealing that her Instagram account has been hacked by unknown individuals. She urged fans to ignore any messages or activity from the account
Have You Heard? Akshay Kumar is set to reunite with filmmaker Neeraj Pandey for a special appearance in the upcoming RD Burman biopic. Sanjay Dutt has reflected on how Bollywood has changed over the decades, saying the industry has become much more cut-throat
Reprising her role as Beena in Mirzapur: The Movie, Rasika Dugal says the franchise has expanded the idea of strong women by showing their contradictions
Sources say Salman Khan to kick off a six-week schedule of his next with director Vamshi Paidipally on August 6 in Mumbai; three action set-pieces and several crowd sequences to be filmed
Winning praise for her turn in Musafir Caf, Vedika Pinto recalls how her Nishaanchi director Anurag Kashyap advised her to join the show. She added that Anurag's Nishaanchi opened many doors for her
A Spider-Man: Brand New Day screening in Cartagena, Colombia was interrupted after an audience member allegedly triggered a foul smell that spread across the theatre. Hundreds of moviegoers reportedly left the auditorium before the film ended.
Amid the alleged NEET paper leak protest, CID actor Dayanand Shetty questioned why the issue became such a major controversy in 2026, saying paper leaks have happened for years. He also urged parents not to burden children with excessive expectations
After her Lock Upp 2 eviction, Pamela Serena recalled feeling uncomfortable during her confrontation with Ram Kapoor, saying they did not share that level of comfort. She also addressed Hina Khan's fake remark, Varun (Laila) controversy and Akanksha Chamola
Rashmika Mandanna shared a health update after suffering a serious hip injury while filming a dance sequence for Mysaa. The actress revealed a tendon detached in her right hip and said doctors have advised her to take six weeks of complete rest
Gaurav Khanna's injury on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 sparked concern among viewers, with many questioning the stunt's safety. Reacting to the backlash, Banijay CEO Deepak Dhar said the show follows strict safety protocols during filming
Sonu Nigam has revealed the personal choices he made while building his music career, admitting that he too wanted a normal college life, girlfriends and affairs but chose to focus on his dreams instead. Speaking on a podcast, he recalled following his fathers advice
Ahead of Batwara 1947's release, Sunny Deol sparked controversy by referring to Pakistan as mousi during a promotional event in Patna. His remarks drew sharp criticism on social media, with many users slamming the actor
After Lara Dutta's Kaikeyi look faced criticism following the Ramayana trailer, costume designers Rimple and Harpreet Narula defended their creative choices. They said every colour and design had meaning and urged audiences to watch the film before judging it
One Night Only explores the highs and lows of modern dating through an unexpected night in New York City. Starring Callum Turner and Monica Barbaro, the romantic comedy follows two strangers whose chance encounter challenges the way people connect
Devoleena Bhattacharjee broke down while speaking about the Assam floods, revealing that her mother remains stranded in Nazira. The actor shared that her grandmother and aunt's home has been completely destroyed by the devastation
After her Alliance eviction, Payal Gaming accused Kushal Tandon of bullying and claimed she was deliberately targeted throughout the show. She also alleged Mini Mathur and Nikhil Chinapa plotted against her while opening up about feeling isolated
Rakul Preet Singh has shared why she chose to play Surpanakha in Ramayana, saying it was the character's complexity that drew her in. Responding to a fan's letter, the actress said history remembers Surpanakha for one moment, but there's much more to her story
Ramanand Sagar's grandson Shiv Sagar praised the Ramayana trailer and lauded Yash as Ravana and Sai Pallavi as Sita. However, he questioned Ranbir Kapoor's casting as Lord Ram, saying his Animal image could make audiences accept him less
Ramanand Sagar's grandson Shiv Sagar praised the Ramayana trailer and lauded Yash as Ravana and Sai Pallavi as Sita. However, he questioned Ranbir Kapoor's casting as Lord Ram, saying his Animal image could make audiences accept him less
Akansha Ranjan took to her Instagram handle on Friendship Day, sharing unseen pictures with her BFFs Alia Bhatt and Athiya Shetty celebrating their bond together
Ahead of the release of Batwara 1947, Sunny Deol and Karan Deol visited Takhat Sri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib in Bihar to seek blessings. The father-son duo offered prayers at the birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh Ji before continuing promotions
The trailer for TONY, a biographical comedy-drama inspired by Anthony Bourdain's early life, is here. Starring Dominic Sessa, the film follows the legendary chef's formative years in a bustling restaurant kitchen, exploring the experiences that shaped his career
After her eviction from Alliance, Kashish Kapoor said talking to Arslan Goni was mentally exhausting despite admiring his gameplay. She praised Mini Mathur as one of the smartest players and called Kushal Tandon loud, cocky and unnecessarily flattering
The Recording Academy reportedly removed several BTS Grammy performance videos after the group's boycott of the 2027 Grammys. While fans linked the move to the protest, the Academy has not confirmed any connection, fueling widespread online debate
On Friendship Day, Varun Sharma shared an unseen childhood photo on Instagram, reminiscing about his 90s memories with friends. The Fukrey actor said the child in him still misses carefree birthday parties, waiting for cake, snacks and sweets, and cherishing simple moments spent with his childhood buddies
Salman Khan made a grand entry into Alliance to support brother Sohail Khan, who got emotional. The superstar defended Kushal, teased Mini and Sohail, and shared a powerful account of his time in jail, leaving contestants deeply moved
After facing severe backlash for criticising protestors over the language used during the protests, Bhumi Pednekkar has now shared another video. In her latest video, Bhumi slammed the rape and death threats directed towards the young girl whose video went viral
Prime Video has unveiled the first look of Job Trafficking, an eight-episode Hindi Original starring Nimrat Kaur, Roshan Mathew, Kavya Trehan and Pavan Malhotra. Inspired by global cyber scam networks, the survival thriller explores fake job offers and human trafficking
Actress Bhumi Pednekkar has attracted widespread criticism over her recent video slamming the language of the student protesters towards PM Modi. Netizens commented on her video, giving her an earful
Karisma Kapoor says India's Best Dancer Season 5 stands apart because it brings Bollywood dance back to the spotlight. The actress revealed that this season focuses on classic Bollywood expressions, nostalgia and energetic performances
Deepika Padukone, who is expecting her second child with Ranveer Singh, shared another relatable glimpse of her pregnancy journey on Instagram. The actress reposted a humorous reel about lifting a toddler while pregnant, seemingly referring to daughter Dua
House of the Dragon Season 4 Episode 7 trades explosive battles for political intrigue as Rhaenyra's camp faces growing uncertainty. With Ulf's loyalty beginning to crack, Sunfyre's return and tensions escalating across Westeros, the penultimate episode carefully positions every major player
Gaurav Khanna suffered a back injury while performing a high-risk stunt on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. Despite severe pain, he completed the challenge, earning praise from host Rohit Shetty and leaving fans concerned about his condition ahead of upcoming episodes
Jennifer Lopez paid tribute to Madonna by recreating one of the most memorable scenes from the Like a Virgin music video at the same Venice canal location. Sharing the clip on Instagram, JLo wrote, I had to do it
BTS leader RM surprised fans by referencing the group's Grammy disappointment during their first concert since the decision. His witty Mic Drop remark and emotional message celebrating BTS' Korean identity drew loud cheers and quickly went viral online
Huma Qureshi slammed sexist trolls targeting Kiara Advani over the song Tabaahi, calling the online abuse sick and disgusting. She urged people to stop judging women for their professional choices and condemned misogynistic double standards
Sonu Nigam recently opened up about the time he was banned by big music labels, including T-Series and Zee Music, after he demanded copyright and royalty rights for singers
Kangana Ranaut has shared a new Instagram Story, slamming an actress for supporting the protestors, calling her a 'pocket maar.' Although Kangana did not mention any name, many believed that it was directed at Sonakshi Sinha
Anil Kapoor paid an emotional tribute to late friend Satish Kaushik on Friendship Day 2026. Sharing a clip from one of their films, the actor said Satish was the one person he could always call to laugh, gossip and forget his worries
Sunny Deol recreated his iconic Ghatak dialogue while promoting Batwara 1947 in Patna, with fans cheering enthusiastically. The actor, joined by son Karan Deol, also shared that he was visiting Bihar after almost three decades
Ananya Panday celebrated Friendship Day 2026 with her furry companions Honey, Lemon and Riot. The actress shared adorable moments on Instagram, calling them her friendship goals and expressing her love for her beloved pets
Actor Dhanush was recently seen visiting the Tiruvannamalai Temple early on Monday morning, accompanied by his sons Linga and Yatra. The three were seen performing rituals at the temple
After her eviction from Lock Upp, Akanksha Choudhary revealed her final secret, sharing that she was abandoned by her family at 19. Her emotional confession moved contestants and viewers, who praised her resilience and courage
Shivangi Joshi's shocking Lock Upp eviction has sparked speculation among fans, who believe the makers may introduce a surprise twist before the finale. Social media is abuzz with theories that the popular contestant could make a dramatic comeback to the reality show
Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues to create history at the box office. The film, which was released on July 30 in India, has grossed over Rs 300 crore in the country over its opening weekend, becoming the first Hollywood film to do so
Actress Nauheed Cyrusi revealed through her latest post on Instagram that she has faced not one but two miscarriages.The 'Anwar' actress added that the challenging experience made her and her husband reassess the purpose of their lives
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan expressed gratitude to his fans on August 2, what is popularly known as his rebirth day.Thanking them for their prayers and blessings that helped him survive the life-threatening Coolie accident in 1982

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