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Shreya Kalra alleged that Ram Kapoor repeatedly kissed her during their first meeting on Lock Upp, leaving her uncomfortable. Calling out the incident, she said consent and personal boundaries should always be respected, sparking widespread debate on social media.
The Real Housewives of Orange County star Jeana Keough has been diagnosed with tongue cancer. Her daughter, Kara Bosworth, revealed the actress is undergoing chemotherapy, radiation and immunotherapy after doctors discovered the cancer had spread following surgery
Anne Hathaway has shared a hopeful update on Princess Diaries 3, revealing the team found a story breakthrough after scrapping an earlier script. The actor said the sequel is finally moving in the right direction and expressed confidence that the new version will be the right one
House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 5 slows the pace to focus on the emotional cost of war, with Ser Criston Cole emerging as the episode's standout. Fabien Frankel delivers a career-best performance as shifting loyalties, political tensions and quiet reckonings lay the groundwork for the battles
BTS scripted history by becoming the first K-pop group to perform at the FIFA World Cup halftime show. Their electrifying performance, along with viral backstage interactions with iShowSpeed and Justin Bieber, became one of the tournament's biggest talking points
Salman Khan shared a cryptic social media post after his recent appearance sparked health concerns online. Without directly addressing the rumours, the actor urged people not to assume the full story, leaving fans reassured and supportive
Argentina, meanwhile, struggled to create clear-cut opportunities, with captain Lionel Messi largely contained by Spains disciplined defence. Amitabh Bachchan took to his social media handle to react to Messi's defeat
Salman Khan shared a cryptic social media post after his recent appearance sparked health concerns online. Without directly addressing the rumours, the actor urged people not to assume the full story, leaving fans reassured and supportive
French-Iranian composer Arashkha and vocalist Sukanya Chattopadhyay's Shakti Volume 3 explores feminine power through music inspired by Kali. Blending sacred Indian traditions with electronic soundscapes, the EP reflects themes of transformation and destruction
Actor Rajesh Sharma has been discharged from hospital after reportedly suffering an unknown insect bite while shooting Fauzi at Ramoji Film City. He is recovering at his Mumbai home, while doctors continue tests to identify the cause of the bite
Singer Christina Andrew says voicing two contrasting songs in Baby Do Die Do challenged her versatility. While Kaun Hai Woh required tenderness, Kitni Gardi Hai demanded a detached, gritty tone. She credits her decade-long experience in singing, radio, and voice-over work.
Producer Saqib Saleem says the audience's response to Baby Do Die Do has been encouraging, with many calling it unique. Despite industry advice to opt for an OTT release, he chose a theatrical release, believing original stories deserve the big-screen experience
A leaked 1-minute-28-second clip from Ramayana: Part 1 surfaced online after its exclusive preview at the Pratham Sankalp event in New Delhi. The makers have launched a legal anti-piracy crackdown, removing unauthorised uploads and investigating a phone-recorded leak
Priyadarshan gets candid about approaching Bobby Deol and Akshaye Khanna as Haiwaan's antagonist, it was later that Akshay Kumar joined the film instinctively
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

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