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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

Jyotika recalled that she was once paid three times more than Suriya during the early years of their careers. She also praised her husband as a green flag, saying his belief in equality and respect for women makes him a remarkable partner

Kangana Ranaut has reacted to the controversy surrounding Udhayanidhi Stalin's arrest over his alleged remarks about Trisha Krishnan. Calling it a good precedent, the actor-politician said that public display of filthy abuses, double-meaning obscene and vulgar jokes is not acceptable

Nora Fatehi addressed dating rumours with Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, saying he is just a good friend and praising his football skills. She also denied rumours linking her to football star Achraf Hakimi, saying they had only recently met

Farhan Akhtar has dismissed rumours claiming he exited Lalkaara, clarifying that he was never officially attached to the Ashutosh Gowariker directorial. The sports drama, headlined by Aamir Khan, recently sparked speculation over Farhan's reported departure

Marathi film Tighee put Nehha Pendse back in the spotlight as an actor after she rose to fame with her stint in Bigg Boss 12. She tells mid-day that the film was special because it reminded her why she enjoyed acting

Jayati Bhatia revealed Deepika Padukone stunned her during Ram-Leela workshops by fearlessly hurling abuses as part of an acting exercise. She also said Cocktail had transformed Deepika into a fearless actress ready for any challenge

Dua Lipa and Callum Turner made their first public appearance as husband and wife at the One Night Only premiere, where the newlyweds shared a romantic kiss and stole the spotlight. The couple's loved-up moments, coordinated style and effortless chemistry became the highlight of the evening

Malaika Arora's new car puja video has sparked a debate on social media, with several users criticising her outfit and footwear during the ceremony. Several comments have flooded the internet, while some defended the actor and congratulated her on the purchase

Ranbir Kapoor shared that Ramayana Part 2 is already 50% complete even before the first film's release. Calling the adaptation challenging, he said the sequel will be bigger and more entertaining, with Sunny Deol's Hanuman playing a much larger role

Salman Khan got emotional while discussing Sohail Khan's divorce from Seema Sajdeh on Alliance. Recalling their marriage and separation, Salman praised Sohail's efforts to save the relationship and urged him to move on, heal and start dating again

Suriya revealed he took loans to ensure Karuppu released amid severe financial challenges, calling it a huge burden. The actor said his team never compromised on the film's vision, and its blockbuster success made every struggle worthwhile

Kanika Maheshwari opened up about playing the ruthless Husn Ara in Seher Hone Ko Hai, calling it the darkest role of her career. She also revealed how emotionally draining it is and spoke about the inspiration behind her podcast, The Auto Affairs.

Sonam Kapoor took a nostalgic trip down memory lane by resharing a tribute from Bhansali Productions featuring Saawariya. The actress fondly looked back at her debut film with Ranbir Kapoor and celebrated the memories associated with it

On Kishore Kumar's birth anniversary, playback singer Kumar Sanu shared a tribute, calling the legendary artist an everlasting inspiration. Remembering Kishore Da's timeless legacy, Sanu said, Some voices don't just entertain us, they become the soundtrack of our lives

Keerthy Suresh shared a glimpse of her demanding work schedule, revealing she stayed awake for 41 hours while moving between back-to-back shoots. Despite working nearly 20 hours straight, the actress called it a blessing and celebrated her busy life

Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid have sparked fresh wedding speculation after they were photographed wearing matching rings on their left ring fingers during a recent outing in Paris. The couple, who have been dating since 2023, have not commented on the topic

Arjun Rampal marked 25 years in the film industry with a heartfelt note recalling his debut, Pyaar Ishq Aur Mohabbat. Expressing gratitude to fans, he said every success and setback helped shape the artist he is today

Years after reports of Preity Zinta dating Australian cricketer Brett Lee surfaced, the latter has now reacted to the rumours, denying any romantic relationship. The cricketer added that they are still good friends

Amruta Khanvilkar and Himanshu Malhotra are reportedly living separately after nearly 11 years of marriage. Despite residing apart for over a year, the couple has not confirmed a separation or divorce and reportedly remain on cordial terms

Anupam Kher has urged people to support Assam flood relief efforts, saying the heartbreaking visuals from the state have left him deeply saddened. The veteran actor appealed to fans to contribute to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund, stressing that every contribution counts

Sonia Balani has begun shooting for Ramayana, where she plays Urmila. Sharing her first look on Instagram, the actress expressed gratitude for the love she has received. Urmila is Sita's sister and Lakshman's wife, known for her 14-year sacrifice

The makers of Mirzapur: The Movie have released the film's first song, Do Numbari, kickstarting promotions for the much-awaited big-screen adaptation. The high-energy track captures the gritty essence of the Mirzapur universe while offering fans another glimpse into the world of Guddu Pandit

The teaser of Bigg Boss Hindi Season 20 is out, with Salman Khan returning as host and teasing a mysterious new twist. Premiering on September 6, the milestone season promises fresh gameplay, hidden clues and unexpected surprises

Ariana Grande, who recently announced a break, has clarified that her decision to take a break from public-facing work after completing her Eternal Sunshine Tour was planned well in advance and was not prompted by recent events or public speculation

Priyanka Chopra has shared a glimpse of motherhood as she teaches daughter Malti Marie mantras from the Durga Saptashati. The actress also showed a contrasting side of herself in the same Instagram post, joking that she has two personalities, Mama and Mamacita

Harshad Chopda made an emotional sacrifice on Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa, giving up his direct finale spot to save Shivangi Joshi from elimination. While Shivangi was upset by his decision, the heartfelt gesture left contestants and viewers emotional

Captain America actor Sebastian Stan best known for playing Winter Soldier has embraced fatherhood. The 43-year-old actor welcomed his first child with girlfriend and actress Annabelle Wallis last month

Aanchal Khurana claims that Shivangi Joshi warned her boyfriend to stay away from her. Though no name was mentioned, fans speculated she was referring to Kushal Tandon, sparking widespread debate on social media

Amid the backlash Bhumi Pednekkar has been receiving for her recent remarks about the language of protestors, her former teacher has now questioned the actress. She even said that the actress was disrespectful and disdainful

Months after Aishwarya Rai made heads turn at the Cannes 2026 red carpet, a new unseen look of the actress from the event has now surfaced online. Aishwarya looks ethereal in a shimmering, pearl-encrusted gown in the look

Riteish Deshmukh praised the courage of Lock Upp contestants who opened up about surviving sexual abuse, stressing that victims should never feel ashamed. He said the guilt belongs to perpetrators and believes such revelations encourage awareness, healing and inspire other survivors to speak up

Hollywood actress Anne Hathaway is celebrating 25 years of her coming-of-age comedy film, The Princess Diaries. On Monday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared an array of throwback pictures and videos from the making of the film.

Nitish Sharma opens up about playing Shatrughan in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, the actor shares his experience on getting cast for the role, working with stalwarts and more

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