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Amid the buzz surrounding the Met Gala 2026 on May 4, sources have confirmed that Deepika Padukone will not be walking the red carpet this year due to her work commitments

Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakurs Dacoit: Oka Prema Katha is heading to OTT just weeks after its theatrical release. The action thriller will begin streaming on Prime Video from May 8 in multiple languages

Directed by Vignesh Shivan, with music by Anirudh, the film features Pradeep Ranganathan, SJ Suryah, Krithi Shetty, Seeman, Yogi Babu, and Gouri Kishan in pivotal roles

As Vijay`s party TVK leads with a majority in the Tamil Nadu elections 2026, an old clip of his rumoured GF, actress Trisha, has emerged, where she says she wants to be Tamil Nadu`s Chief Minister

Vijays TVK scripted history by emerging as the single-largest party in its debut Tamil Nadu election, with the actor winning both his constituencies. BJP leader Hema Malini congratulated Vijay and even called him the most probable next Chief Minister of the state

Adding a touch of humour, the actor wrote, topi se yaad aaya topi khud pehno kisi ko pehnao nahi na kisi ko pehnane do.

Jin went viral after his bold bandana look and striking stage presence during a BTS concert in El Paso. Fans praised his charisma, calling it one of his hottest and most memorable performances

Ranveer Allahbadia plans a documentary on the Indias Got Latent controversy, detailing events and backlash. His reunion with Samay Raina hints at closure while aiming to present his side

Sunita Ahuja exclusively spoke to mid-day, sharing about her emotional reunion with Krushna Abhishek and Kashmera Shah on the sets of Laughter Chefs 3. She also spoke about meeting her grandchildren for the first time

Kiara Advani has firmly denied reports claiming she asked the makers of Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups to tone down intimate scenes with Yash. Calling the viral claims absolute nonsense, the actor shut down the speculation on social media

Naagin 7 faced backlash after Priyanka Chahar Choudharys scene aired with a visible blue screen instead of VFX. The editing error went viral, with fans trolling makers and questioning the shows declining production quality

Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 15 introduces a new era of fear theme, focusing on mental strength and strategy. With a challengers vs champions format, contestants face intense stunts where experience clashes with fresh ambition, raising stakes and unpredictability

Kangana Ranaut slammed viral fake quotes linking her to Rahul Gandhi, calling out misinformation being spread on social media. The BJP MP also highlighted the lack of dignity and respect shown towards women in political discourse

Actress Cameron Diaz and her husband Benji Madden surprised everyone by announcing the birth of their third child, a baby boy, whom they named Nautas Madden. The couple, who tied the knot in 2015, are parents to a six-year-old daughter and a two-year-old son

Akashdeep Saigal returns to Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi as Reyansh, calling it destiny. He addresses trolls calmly, praises Ekta Kapoor, and says passionnot pressuredrives him while balancing Naagin 7 and Kyunki

Nani, Sai Dharam Tej, Sharwanand, and several film stars congratulated Vijay as TVK surged ahead in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Calling it an underdog win, Nani said Vijays political rise felt like absolute cinema

Rumours claim Jungkook and V were invited to the Met Gala 2026 but may skip it due to BTSs tour schedule. No official confirmation exists, leaving fans divided over the viral speculation

Amid rumours about Janhvi Kapoor and Shikhar Pahariya planning to tie the knot in a traditional ceremony in Jamnagar, her father Boney Kapoor has broken his silence. The veteran producer denied the rumours in strong words

The Hyderabad schedule of Varanasi has reportedly been halted after the authorities denied supplying 150 tankers of water for an underwater shoot. The team had planned an underwater sequence with Mahesh Babu at a specially constructed set on the outskirts of the city

Diljit Dosanjh opened up about life, spirituality, and death during his Calgary concert, saying he has no fear of death and wants to live with love and forgiveness. The singers deeply personal words have now gone viral across social media

G-Dragon faced backlash after wearing a shirt with a racist slur during a Macau performance. His agency apologised, citing lack of cultural awareness. Fans demanded accountability, while the incident reignited debates on sensitivity in global K-pop

Trisha Krishnan was spotted arriving at Vijays Chennai residence on her birthday as TVK surged ahead in Tamil Nadu election trends. The actress visit, coupled with Vijays political momentum, quickly became a talking point online

Baseer Ali allegedly grabbed a paparazzo by the neck after confronting him over claims of harassing female Splitsvilla contestants at Prince Narulas Mumbai party, sparking controversy and viral online reactions

Kriti Kharbanda praised husband Pulkit Samrats performance in Glory, applauding his hard work, discipline, and transformation into a sportsperson. She expressed pride in his journey and urged audiences to watch the film and support the team

Daboo Malik shared a nostalgic throwback from Filmcenter Studios, recalling recording sessions with legends like Kishore Kumar, Mohammed Rafi, Asha Bhosle, and Lata Mangeshkar

Salman Khan mourns the death of his close friend Sushil Kumar, calling him a brother. In an emotional note, he admits feeling numb and unable to cry or feel anger, while cherishing their shared memories

Javed Akhtar reacted to Dhurandhar being labelled propaganda, saying films shouldnt be judged for differing views. He added every story carries an ideology and creators have the right to express their ideas

In 1980, he featured in a play at the American Theatre of Actors, further earning his first television credit in 1979 on `Bizarre`.

He highlighted that instead, he is now more focused on taking up roles that challenge him as an actor and help him grow as a performer.

Speaking about his journey, Shoaib mentioned that over the past few months, he has been extremely mindful of his diet and staying physically active.

Saira Banu also did not forget to mention the late legend Dharmendra and and his equation with Dilip Kumar.

Trisha Krishnan celebrated her birthday with prayers at Tirupati temple, where she greeted fans and paparazzi. Some netizens linked her visit to Vijay and Tamil Nadu election results, sparking chatter

Mammootty reacted to Patriots polarised reviews, stating that differing opinions are natural and viewers must decide for themselves. The film marks his much-awaited reunion with Mohanlal

Huma Qureshi is reportedly set to marry partner Rachit Singh later this year. The private couple are planning an intimate Mumbai wedding, likely around October-end or November

Janhvi Kapoors team clarified she is not battling alcohol addiction after her comments were misinterpreted. Her initiative Off The Rocks stressed she is an ally, urging media to report responsibly

Band Curry, rooted in Mangalurus culture, is gaining attention with its EP Suprabhatha. The trio also performed at Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandannas wedding after he discovered them on Instagram

Kavita Paudwal is reimagining devotion with kirtan clubbing, blending bhajans with a high-energy, free-flowing format. She aims to make spirituality more accessible, especially for younger audiences

Lag Jaa Gale, starring Tiger Shroff and Janhvi Kapoor, is now set to shoot till October. The delay is due to Lakshya changing his look for another film and needing time to regrow his hair

Despite a lukewarm box office run, Dhak Dhak found love on OTT, leading to a sequel. Sanjana Sanghi confirms the script is ready and the team is excited to reunite, though timelines remain uncertain

Swara Bhasker, after focusing on motherhood, will launch Acting 360 in Delhi from June 1an 8-day workshop on acting, diction, and character building. She plans to take it nationwide, aiming to make training accessible to aspiring actors

Kunickaa that the issue has been going on ever since the boom in the television industry. Kunickaa added that the payment often ends up getting delayed by 45 to 90 days

Filmmaker and writer Anees Bazmee turned nostalgic as his first major writing project, Swarg starring late Bollywood superstar Rajesh Khanna, Govinda completed 36 years.

Remembering Satyajit Ray on his birth anniversary, Shatrugan penned a nostalgic note on social media, expressing regret for not being able to work with the legendary filmmaker

Malayalam film Balan The Boy is all set to premiere at the Marche Du Film at the Cannes Film Festival 2026. A special screening for the film is being hosted on May 14 at the prestigious film festival

Diljit Dosanjh recently stopped his Canada concert mid-show to slam pro-Khalistani protestors raising slogans and asked them to leave the venue. The singer also raised concerns over his death remarks during the show

Samay Raina and Sunil Pal were seen uniting on The Great Indian Kapil Show, where they faced off against each other, roasting one another. Meanwhile, on the show, Samay revealed that Kapil had warned him a day before the controversy erupted

After pictures of Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone from the sets of King were leaked, a new video of SRK holding pregnant Deepika`s hand while climbing stairs is now going viral on the internet

Tara Sutaria is all set to make her debut at the red carpet of the Cannes Film Festival 2026, which will take place from May 12 to May 23. The actress will be seen in Yash`s Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-Ups next

Kapil Sharma`s cafe in Canada has faced a fresh set of attacks after shots were fired at the eatery. Additionally, a death threat has also been issued to the comedian by the Bishnoi gang via a Facebook post

Shiman was recently captured attending Rashmilka`s wedding to actor Vijay Deverakonda in February this year in Udaipur