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Recovering from a serious hip injury, Rashmika Mandanna shared a heartfelt health update, revealing she is spending her downtime revisiting wedding photos and videos she never got time to go through, while enjoying rest and family time
Shreya Kalra won Lock Upp, defeating Shivangi Joshi in the grand finale to lift the trophy and take home Rs 1 crore. Her journey was marked by strategic gameplay, controversies and resilience, making her one of the season's strongest contestants
Lock Upp's Varun Yadav, aka Laila, reflected on his eviction, saying Akanksha Chamola apologised for the pregnancy joke that upset his mother. He also accused Pamala of defaming him by calling him a misogynist, claiming such allegations could have harmed his career
Salman Khan paid tribute to veteran actor Pradeep Rawat after his demise at the age of 74. Sharing a throwback picture on social media, Salman remembered the late actor with a note. Rawat, known for Lagaan, Ghajini and Sarfarosh, passed away after battling blood cancer
Parth Samthaan opened up about his current mental and emotional health, saying the past few days have been the toughest for him. The actor revealed he has been dealing with tears, negative thoughts and heavy breathing, worrying fans
Hayley Atwell has confirmed her return as Peggy Carter in Avengers: Doomsday and hinted that Peggy and Steve Rogers' story is far from over. The actress teased that things are not what they seem, suggesting Marvel fans could see an unexpected twist
Shawn Mendes has made his relationship with his girlfriend Bruna Marquezine official by sharing a sweet post on her birthday. The couple, who were rumoured to be dating since December 2025, had so far kept their relationship under wraps
Mallika Sherawat addressed reports of being the highest-paid contestant on The Traitors 2, saying the speculation is true. Calling herself a self-made woman, she said she knows her worth and believes people should never settle for less
After her Lock Upp elimination, Akanksha Chamola revealed that her divorce from Gaurav Khanna is nearly final. She said only the paperwork remains, stressing the decision is mutual and there is no bitterness between them
Seema Sajdeh called out Alliance contestants for repeatedly criticising her and Sohail Khan during the game. In a fiery confrontation, she said those unhappy with them as teammates should have voted them out in week one
BLACKPINK's Jennie plans to take a break after promoting the group's upcoming album. The singer hopes to travel, host parties, learn cocktail-making and enjoy personal time, with fans supporting her decision to prioritise rest and work-life balance
R Madhavan addressed criticism over Dhurandhar being called propaganda, saying he has never supported any political party and only portrays stories honestly. The actor added that being proud of his country should not be seen as political
Aamir Khan arrived at Pradeep Rawat's last rites in Mumbai to pay his final respects to the veteran actor. The actor has shared screen space with him in Lagaan and Ghajini. Rawat breather his last on August 4 due to blood cancer relapse
Aamir Khan remembered his Ghajini co-star Pradeep Rawat, who died at the age of 74, after battling a relapsed blood cancer. Aamir called him extremely dedicated and fearless
Pradeep Rawat's son Vikramaditya broke down while attending the actor's last rites in Mumbai and recalled the heartbreaking final moments before his demise. He revealed that the actor's platelet count had dropped drastically and shared the moment he rushed to the ICU
Ravi Kishan left the internet in splits after claiming to observe a maun vrat while continuing to speak to the media. The viral video sparked hilarious reactions, with netizens flooding social media with memes and jokes
Netflix has officially announced Musafir Cafe Season 2, confirming the return of Vikrant Massey, Vedika Pinto and Mahima Makwana. The new season will continue the story of Chander, Sudha and Preeti, revisiting unresolved emotions, complicated relationships and second chances
Actor Sourabh Raaj Jain recently took to Instagram Stories to slam the reality shows running on TV currently calling them 'Sick, oppressive, and sadist.' Although he did not mention the name of the show, he later clarified he was talking on TV shows in specific
A day after announcing Raah Records, Yash Raj Films has released its first original song, Jaadugari. Penned, composed and sung by Aman, the emotional track explores love, regret and heartbreak, while marking the beginning of YRF's new venture
Ektaa Kapoor dismissed rumours claiming Shreya Kalra has won Lock Upp, urging fans not to believe leaked winner reports. She said viewers should wait for the grand finale, where the official winner will be announced
Hollywood actor Christina Applegate has returned home after spending months in hospital amid her ongoing battle with multiple sclerosis. A source said all is well, months after Applegate shared that she was getting stronger and better every day
Aayush Sharma celebrated Arpita Khan Sharma's birthday with adorable family pictures featuring their children, Ahil and Ayat. In a heartfelt note, he called Arpita the strength behind their smiles, their safe place and the heart of their family
Actor Tabu has approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of her personality and publicity rights against alleged unauthorised use of her name, image, likeness and AI generated content. The matter will next be heard on August 6
Aamir Khan's security has been enhanced after a threat message linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang surfaced online. Mumbai Police have increased security around the actor's residence and are investigating the source of the post, while reviewing his existing security arrangements
Nikita Rawal criticised Ranbir Kapoor over his old beef comment, calling it disrespectful to Lord Ram. She questioned his casting in Ramayana and urged the actor to apologise if his past remarks hurt religious sentiments
A behind-the-scenes reveal from Spider-Man: Brand New Day has surprised Marvel fans after a wig company confirmed Tom Holland wore a custom-made wig for a flashback scene. The company clarified that Holland's real hair was used for almost the entire film
The makers of Heated Rivalry have issued a statement urging fans to give the cast and crew some space at filming locations as they begin filming for Season 2. The statement added that the wait for fans will be worth it
BTS member V (Kim Taehyung) is reportedly safe after a minor car accident following the group's MetLife Stadium concert. Viral videos sparked concern among fans, but reports indicated there were no injuries, leaving ARMY relieved
An old interview of Emily Blunt and Tom Cruise has resurfaced online, with the actress recalling one of the toughest days on the Edge of Tomorrow set. Blunt revealed the cramped conditions and heavy exosuits tested everyone's patience and pushed Tom Cruise to his limit
Shakira has shared an Instagram note for the young dancers from Uganda who performed alongside her and Burna Boy at the FIFA World Cup final halftime show. Calling them children of my own, the singer said they taught her the power of unconditional love
Jared Leto is no longer attached to Barry Levinson's political thriller Assassination. The decision came amid mounting sexual misconduct allegations against the actor. Leto has denied the allegations reported by Air Mail and those featured in the recent documentary
Gaurav Khanna revealed he was once labelled unlucky after several of his TV shows failed. The tag cost him work, but he remained determined, believing in his talent. He says perseverance and self-belief eventually helped him overcome the difficult phase
Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa is gearing up for its grand finale on Netflix. Hosted by Riteish Deshmukh and Farah Khan, the finale will see finalists including Shreya Kalra and Shivangi Joshi compete for the trophy and Rs 1 crore prize
Ishita Dutta and Vatsal Sheth took a quiet coffee break together amid the stress of their son's hospitalisation. The couple cherished a brief moment of togetherness while continuing to support their child through his recovery
Actor-filmmaker Arbaaz Khan was showered with love on his birthday as his wife Sshura Khan shared a heartwarming tribute celebrating both his special day and his role as a devoted husband and father
Jannat Zubair reacted to her link-up rumours with Elvish Yadav, calling them 'a little too much'.Jannat added that when the audience likes someone's on-screen bond, they often end up giving them a hashtag
Legendary filmmaker Sir Christopher Nolan, who has helmed The Odyssey, has shared that he doesn't think his adaptation of The Odyssey is at odds with Homer's ancient Greek epic. The 56-year-old director spoke about the differences between his adaptation and Homer's poem
The makers of Heated Rivalry have issued a statement urging fans to give the cast and crew some space at filming locations as they begin filming for Season 2. The statement added that the wait for fans will be worth it
Ajith Kumar's upcoming racing documentary has been titled Gladiators. The makers unveiled its first-look poster, offering a glimpse into the actor's passion for motorsport and his journey on the racetrack, leaving fans excited for the highly anticipated release
Mary Egida Rivera, who played a brief yet memorable part in 2021's Spider-Man: No Way Home, has died at the age of 82 after suffering a stroke. The actress played Ned's grandmother in the film and shared screen with Jacob Batalon, Zendaya, Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield
Singer Neha Bhasin recently shared a post slamming actress Bhumi Pednekkar over her recent remarks about the behaviour of protestors during the student protests. Addressing the actress directly, Bhasin told her it's best to keep her mouth shut
Have you heard? Imran Khan has confirmed that his long-awaited comeback as a leading man is finally complete. The actor revealed that he has wrapped shooting for Adhure Hum Adhure Tum
Avinash Mishra on the physical prep and mental resilience that helped him survive Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. He revealed how the show helped him in conquering his fears
Actor Rajendra Guptas daughter Raavee Gupta, who is seen in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, shares that she never introduced herself as Rajendras daughter.
Rajeev Siddhartha on finding a personal connection with his Musafir Caf character Rahil and the overwhelming love he has received. He recalls writing a couple of short stories to prepare for the part
Sources say Deepika Padukone is wrapping up the first part of Raaka before going on her maternity break in September. Atlee planned the schedules such that Padukone could be among the first ones to complete her commitment
Set to receive his first international award in Melbourne, Pankaj Tripathi reflects on how his art has taken him from humble beginnings in Gopalganj to a global stage. He also expressed pride of the global rise of Indian storytelling
Swanand Kirkire, who completed Yeh Prem Mol Liya shoot, shares how filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya creates an atmosphere of calm and kindness. He described it as an an experience filled with warmth
As Ramayana faces criticism over its costumes, social media has revived Adipurush memes. Netizens are once again mocking Om Raut's film for its VFX, visuals, costumes, and creative choices, while comparing both adaptations
Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat, best known as the terrifying villain in Ghajini, died at 74 after a relapse of blood cancer. The actor had been hospitalised for a month. He is survived by his wife and son and leaves behind a remarkable legacy

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