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Ahead of Jana Nayagan's release, producer Narayana expressed disappointment over the film receiving an A certificate. He said the makers wanted a U/A rating so families could watch the film together but respect the CBFC's decision

Kangana Ranaut has reacted to the Congress joining the CJP protests over the NEET paper leak, accusing Rahul Gandhi of attempting to direct demonstrators towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence and calling it a security concern. She questioned the protest route and defended the government

Amid the ongoing protests against NEET paper leak and educational reforms, led by CJP, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli were seen visiting an ashram in Vrindavan. As clips of the couple emerged, many slammed them for their silence over the matter

Content creator Apoorva, aka The Rebel Kid, has entered Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa as a wildcard contestant. Calling herself addicted to the show, she admitted she doesn't like Shilpa Shinde and said she's entering the house only to play the game

Aamir Khan has reportedly walked out of Ashneer Grover's biopic after creative differences with director Rahul Mody. Shraddha Kapoor remains attached to the project, while the makers are searching for a younger actor to play Grover

Ravi Kishan is popularly known as the viral man, as he often gets viral for everything he does, in an exclusive chat with mid-day, Ravi shared his take on his viral memes

Ahead of Jana Nayagan's release, H. Vinoth explained why Vijay never urged fans to avoid the leaked version. He said such an appeal could have invited political criticism and that the leak was a legal matter handled by authorities

The Legend of Karna, Sony LIV's upcoming animated series, will explore the untold journey of the Mahabharata warrior known for his courage, loyalty and tragic destiny. With the trailer out now, the series will revisit Karna's battle against social barriers and identity struggles

Actress Isha Koppikar penned an emotional birthday note for her daughter Rianna as she turned 12 on July 21.She credited the youngster for making her world complete.

Legendary actress Helen, who graced the latest episode of the dance reality show Indias Best Dancer season 5, has recollected her fondest memories with the late playback singer Asha Bhosle. Asha Bhosle sang many iconic songs of the actress, as the two immortalised the songs with their crafts

Hollywood actress-director Olivia Wilde has shared that she was hurt by the backlash following her split from actor-singer Harry Styles. The actress-turned-director dated the actor-singer four years ago but the relationship took a turn around the time they were promoting their movie Don't Worry Darling

BTS leader RM has opened up about his family's financial struggles, revealing how his father gave up dream of becoming a cartoon artist due to poverty. The rapper also reflected on his parents' contrasting influences, the pressures of global fame and why he now prioritises balance and authenticity

Richie Mehta's Phoolan, inspired by Phoolan Devi's autobiography I, Phoolan, has been selected for the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival. The Prime Video film chronicles a harrowing 48-hour chapter in the Bandit Queen's life and will premiere on September 16.

After Dheeraj Dhoopar was warned on Lock Upp over chits sent by his family, wife Vinny Arora admitted sending them. She said she was worried about his health and clarified it was an emotional mistake, not an attempt to cheat

After facing backlash over her views on the CJP protests, Preity Zinta gave a sharp reply to trolls accusing her of following a political script. The actress said she writes her own script and doesn't need one in real life

Zee 5 has unveiled the teaser of The Scam: Leaked, a series revolving around a medical exam paper leak, amid the ongoing CJP protests over the alleged NEET paper leak. The teaser highlights corruption, leaked question papers and students losing opportunities

Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan has inspired a Singapore-based company to declare a half-day holiday for its employees on the film's release day. The viral office notice allows staff to watch Vijay's final film in theatres, reflecting the superstar's immense global fan following

Vidhu Vinod Chopra Films dismissed reports claiming 3 Idiots will re-release on September 4. Calling the reports false and factually incorrect, the production house urged fans and media to rely only on official announcements

Joju George dismissed allegations that his wife, Abba George, runs paid PR campaigns for his films. Calling the claims baseless, the actor said dragging his family into such speculation was unfair and urged people not to believe online rumours

Sanjay Dutt celebrated wife Maanayata Dutt's birthday with a heartfelt note and family photos. Calling her the love of his life, he thanked her for their twins, Shahraan and Iqra. Trishala Dutt also shared a warm birthday wish

Preity Zinta extended her support to Sonam Wangchuk and student protesters, urging the government to begin meaningful dialogue. She also appealed to Wangchuk to end his hunger strike, saying his health is as important as the cause

Colin Jost has finally settled the long-running debate over how to pronounce wife Scarlett Johansson's surname. During Pop Culture Jeopardy!, the comedian revealed how he says it, explained its Scandinavian origins and joked about why both their family names have changed over time

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay met rapper Arivu after the latter was detained by Chennai Police during a protest against the alleged NEET paper leak. Their meeting sparked discussion online, with many viewing it as a gesture of solidarity with student protesters

Nearly a decade after La La Land became a global hit, Lionsgate has finally corrected Ryan Gosling's infamous La La Hand. The studio unveiled a redesigned 10th anniversary poster with the actor's preferred hand position, years after Gosling admitted the original pose had killed the energy

Avengers: Doomsday has earned a staggering Rs 159 crore in global advance bookings within just 24 hours of ticket sales, nearly five months before its release. The film has also broken records with its first trailer crossing 500 million views, making it Disney's biggest trailer launch

Amitabh Bachchan clarified that he did not undergo surgery after his blog sparked health concerns. The veteran actor said his mention of an ICU stay was only an analogy about resilience and recovery, reassuring fans that he is doing well

Karishma Tanna shared moments from her third trimester, featuring her baby bump, pregnancy cravings, workouts and friends. A highlight was Nita Ambani gifting her premium Kesar mangoes with a personalized note wishing her a sweet summer

Amid the ongoing protests, Anurag Kashyap said Gen Alpha has only known the current government and is now demanding answers. He added that as the generation enters the voter base, political blame games will no longer be enough

Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai is returning on OTT with R. Madhavan as the new host. Calling it an honour to succeed the late Farooq Shaikh, Madhavan says he hopes to preserve the show's emotional legacy while bringing his own warmth to the format

Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah condemned the alleged crackdown on student protesters at Jantar Mantar, expressing solidarity with the students in an emotional Instagram video. He also criticised the country's political leadership

Lock Upp saw Harshad Chopda lose his cool after Shilpa Shinde's shaadi ki umar hai remark and repeated comments about his bond with Shivangi Joshi. The actor objected to the dating speculation, insisting they are just friends and asking contestants to respect his privacy

Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub alleged that his voice was used without consent in Ajay Devgn's Chauhaan teaser. The actor claimed the makers removed his voice after he strongly objected, reigniting conversations about artists' rights and consent

Fresh off her wedding to director Sharan Sharma, Akansha Ranjan Kapoor says her husband is her toughest critic. The actor also addressed industry privilege chatter, saying she prefers letting her work speak while embracing challenging roles like Gram Chikitsalay

Veteran actor Shabana Azmi joined the Cockroach Janta Party-led protests at Jantar Mantar, supporting students demanding education reforms. She praised the youth's courage and determination during the Chalo Sansad march

Shabana Azmi, who joined the Chalo Sansad march in Delhi, criticises the police for using violence on students; urges the govt to nurture the youth, the countrys greatest investment

Sandeep Reddy Vanga revealed that 40 per cent of Spirit, starring Prabhas and Triptii Dimri, has been completed. The filmmaker confirmed the action drama remains on track for its March 5, 2027, theatrical release despite recent delay rumours

Fresh off her wedding to director Sharan Sharma, Akansha Ranjan Kapoor says her husband is her toughest critic. The actor also addressed industry privilege chatter, saying she prefers letting her work speak while embracing challenging roles like Gram Chikitsalay

Meenakshi Seshadri has signed Prime Video's Nanavati vs Nanavati, marking her acting comeback after relocating to Mumbai. The series reunites her with Jackie Shroff after four decades and also stars Bhagyashree, Ram Kapoor, and Anupriya Goenka

Actress Aanchal Singh has tied the knot with her longtime partner and fianc Mohit Chawla in a private yet grand ceremony. The actress took to Instagram to share pictures from her big day with her fans

Amid the ongoing controversy and protests over the NEET paper leaks, Ravi Kishan recently addressed the issue outside the Parliament House. However, his slip-up calling NEET a 'newspaper' has drawn backlash

He said that Mixtape is currently occupying his maximum bandwidth as the project is very dear to him.

TV actor Sehban Azim alleged he was injured during the lathi-charge at the CJP protest while protecting his friends. Speaking to mid-day, he claimed police indiscriminately assaulted students, women and protesters, calling the action deliberate and deeply heartbreaking.

The Warriors slipped to the bottom after losing the latest challenge, triggering emotional confrontations over alleged targeting. Payal Gaming broke down, claiming her alliance was unfairly singled out, while Ruhee Dosani and others challenged the Warriors' victim narrative, deepening divisions inside the headquarters

Sumeet Sachdev revealed he had a near-death experience after choking on food during dinner. The Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 actor called the incident very scary and urged everyone to learn the Heimlich manoeuvre, crediting it for saving his life

Hanumankind joined students and activists during the CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' march in Delhi over alleged NEET examination irregularities. Sharing videos from protest, he criticised the police crackdown, saying, Believing we deserve better is not a crime, after tear gas and lathi-charge were reported

Nandamuri Balakrishna recently suffered a leg injury while performing an action sequence on the sets of NBK 111, for which he has been advised to undergo minor surgery. Jr NTR took to social media to wish him a speedy recovery and good health

Raghav Juyal has reacted to viral video of him escorting Shehnaaz Gill through crowd of paparazzi after his birthday celebration. Addressing the dating rumours, the actor said his actions were driven by instinct and the values he was raised with, insisting he would have done the same for any woman

Kangana Ranaut has reacted to the CJP protests over alleged NEET examination irregularities, claiming MPs inside Parliament feared demonstrators could turn violent during the 'Chalo Sansad' march. The BJP MP also praised Delhi Police for acting as a shield

Divyanka Tripathi's heartfelt reply to Ruhaanika Dhawan's emotional note melted fans' hearts, with the actress saying her on-screen daughter taught her how to be a mommy. Their exchange rekindled nostalgia for Yeh Hai Mohabbatein and its beloved Ishita-Ruhi bond

Vijay Varma hit back at social media users threatening to unfollow him after he supported a students' march. Defending his stance, the actor said he wouldn't be silenced by online backlash and stood by the protesters' right to raise their voices