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Ravi Kishan is once again facing trolling on the internet for saying he is hesitant to order food and give his clothes for laundry in 7-star hotels due to the poverty he has seen in his early days
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is winning over the audience and the box office. However, the Hindi dub of the film has caught the attention of fans for mentioning the popular Hindi sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, creating a unique crossover
As the anticipation around Shah Rukh Khan's King continues to grow, reports recently suggested that Raghav Juyal was to play an antagonist in the film. However, the actor has now quashed the rumours, confirming he is not playing the villain
Tom Holland's Spider-Man: Brand New Day collected Rs 73 crore gross on its opening day in India, setting a new record as the biggest Hollywood opener in the country. It surpassed Avengers: Endgame's long-standing Day 1 record
Aryan Khan has once again sparked dating rumours, this time with a Danish singer named Vinnie Takair. The two were recently spotted leaving a casino in London together, which has left the internet speculating
At The Traitors Season 2 launch, Parul Gulati called herself the biggest threat before naming Rida Tharana as another strong competitor. Saying, Trust is rare, dhoka is everywhere, her remarks sparked speculation about Rida's past fallout with Apoorva Mukhija
Akanksha Chamola slammed Shreya Kalra on Lock Upp after the latter claimed she and husband Gaurav Khanna were heading for divorce. Calling the remark insensitive, Akanksha accused Shreya of spreading baseless rumours and dragging her personal life into the game
Singer-songwriter Aditya Rikhari celebrated his birthday with the release of his latest track Boohe Baarian, a romantic song that holds a special place in his heart. The artist shared that the song reflects the warmth of love, emotional connections, and the beauty of finding someone
Actor and CINTAA President Poonam Dhillon has appealed to producers to ensure fair treatment and timely payments for actors, especially those doing smaller roles
Actress Sadia Khateeb has opened up about her deep connection with her homeland, Kashmir. The actress expressed that no matter where her professional journey takes her, Kashmir will always remain her perfect escape
Sambhavna Seth alleged that her house help's sister was confined and threatened by her employer. The actress claimed she intervened after learning about the situation, helped reunite the woman with her family, and urged people to support victims of exploitation
A viral video claiming Sunil Pal, Mukesh Khanna and Kapil Sharma appeared on Samay Raina's India's Got Latent 2 has sparked buzz online. However, many netizens believe the clip is AI-generated, citing visual glitches and lack of official confirmation
Dipika Chikhlia defended Ranbir Kapoor's casting as Lord Ram in Ramayana, saying an actor's versatility should matter over past roles. Citing his performances in Barfi! and Animal, she expressed confidence in his portrayal and also praised Sai Pallavi as Sita
Sonam Kapoor celebrated husband Anand Ahuja's birthday with an Instagram post, sharing unseen moments from their journey together, from dating and marriage to becoming parents. Calling him her safest place and favourite human
Zendaya shared a heartfelt tribute to Tom Holland at the UK premiere of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, calling him her best friend and saying it has been a privilege to grow alongside him through the Spider-Man films. Holland also opened up about how Zendaya brings him a sense of calm
Batman: Caped Crusader Season 2 expands its unique vision of Gotham with fresh twists on iconic villains, compelling detective mysteries and deeper character relationships. Blending noir storytelling with emotional depth, the new season confidently builds on its predecessor
Producer Shailendra Singh recalled Salman Khan undergoing PRP scalp therapy while calmly eating biryani. Calling it the price to pay to be a star, he praised the actor's composure, dedication and willingness to endure painful treatments to maintain his appearance
Munmun also pointed out that female actors often do not receive the recognition they deserve despite playing an equally important role in the show's success.
Amid protests over the Cauvery water dispute, Kannada activists tore down posters of Vijay's Jana Nayagan outside a Bengaluru theatre and demanded that its screenings be stopped. The film had earlier faced issues over its A certification in Chennai
Tom Holland's Spider-Man: Brand New Day collected Rs 60.60 crore net on its opening day in India, setting a new record as the biggest Hollywood opener in the country. It surpassed Avengers: Endgame's long-standing Day 1 record
Kartik Aaryan has donated Rs 1 crore to the Assam Chief Minister's Relief Fund to support flood relief efforts. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma thanked the actor for his generous contribution as Assam continues to battle heavy rainfall and widespread flooding
Sonali Bendre has come on board as presenter for the Marathi film Sohla, describing it as the beginning of a new phase in her career. She said the film's themes of hope, resilience and quiet strength made it the perfect project to start this journey
Actor and entrepreneur Lin Laishram is introducing Mumbai to authentic Manipuri cuisine through her cloud kitchen, Akhoi. Along with traditional dishes, she hosts pop-ups that celebrate the food, history and culture of her home state
Pankaj Tripathi is urging youngsters to step away from screens and experience live theatre. Returning to the stage after 12 years with Lailaaj, he has kept tickets affordable to attract first-time audiences and build a new generation of theatre lovers
Armaan Jain has turned his love for cooking into The Junglee Kitchen, a delivery venture serving the Kapoor family's favourite recipes. Inspired by lockdown experiments, the menu features dishes loved by Raj Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan
Shweta Tripathi has launched a unique book-sharing initiative across Mumbai, leaving books with handwritten notes in Ubers, cafs and airports. Inspired by Emma Watson, she hopes strangers will read them and pass them on, keeping the stories travelling
Elton John has marked 36 years of sobriety by sharing a heartfelt message on social media. The music legend raised a non-alcoholic toast to life, expressed gratitude for every day, and inspired fans with his journey of resilience and recovery
George Clooney, wife Amal and their twins have evacuated their home in southeastern France as wildfires continue to spread. In an emotional message, the actor said they do not know if their home will survive and vowed to help rebuild the community
Renuka Shahane says she chose Aga Aai Aaho Aai because it breaks the usual mother-in-law versus daughter-in-law stereotype. The series celebrates friendship between women, while the actor also shared that she believes parents should let go as children grow up
As Assam battles one of its worst floods in decades, singer Papon has urged the government to focus on long-term solutions. While relief efforts remain crucial, he said stronger infrastructure is needed to end the cycle of annual devastation
Sonu Nigam has revealed he deleted Instagram and Facebook from his phone over a year ago because social media was consuming too much of his time. The singer said he now focuses on his health, music practice and spirituality instead of public opinion
Ahmed Khan has confirmed that his next film will reunite him with Akshay Kumar after the success of Welcome to the Jungle. The duo is considering four ideas across action, comedy and romance, with an announcement expected once the script and dates are finalised
Lock Upp saw an explosive fight between Akanksha Choudhary and Suzanne after remarks about the late Yogesh Rawat. Akanksha claimed, He was suicidal, urging contestants to avoid insensitive comments about mental health and personal struggles
Spider-Man star Jacob Batalon has married longtime partner and interior designer Veronica Leahov in a private ceremony. The actor confirmed the news after casually referring to her as his wife during a recent interview
Yami Gautam revealed she was ready to quit Bollywood before Uri: The Surgical Strike revived her career. The actor said she had accepted leaving the industry and credited the film for giving her confidence and a fresh perspective
The trailer of DC marks Lokesh Kanagaraj's acting debut alongside Wamiqa Gabbi. Blending romance, action and intense emotions, the film teases a gripping love story set amid violence, with stylish visuals and high-stakes drama driving anticipation ahead of its release
Aly Goni has reportedly become Alliance's first finalist after winning the crucial Ace task. While the makers are yet to confirm the development, the victory reportedly secures his place in the grand finale and boosts his title chances
Actor Kirti Kulhari was allegedly duped of Rs 2.4 lakh in a cyber fraud after scammers posed as bank representatives. She has registered a complaint with the Mumbai Police, who have launched an investigation into the online scam
Dulquer Salmaan's I'm Game trailer introduces him as Dan John, a gambler who trusts algorithms over luck. Directed by Nahas Hidhayath, the action thriller blends gambling, suspense and high-stakes drama ahead of its multilingual Onam release on August 20.
The Ramayana trailer, which released on July 30, has sparked many discussions on social media, including speculations about who plays the role of Lord Vishnu in Nitesh Tiwar's magnum opus
Jasmin Bhasin says Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 is the toughest season she's experienced, revealing every contestant suffered injuries. She admits it may take a year to recover and calls her stunt with Orry the most entertaining
The only star of this film is the one who can sit through it
Bhumi Pednekkar recently shared pictures of her visiting her temple as she began the month of Sawan. While many praised her spirituality, several others slammed the actress for wearing sunglasses while performing rituals
Mamta Kulkarni reacted to Mahira Sharma's Ranaji 2.0, praising her performance but saying the original Mujhko Ranaji Maaf Karna remains unforgettable. She also recalled filming Karan Arjun and revealed she's open to acting again if offered the right script
Vikas Gupta reflected on his Lock Upp journey, saying he never intended to pull anyone down. Addressing his clash with Shilpa Shinde, he defended speaking against personal remarks while praising her as a strong contestant capable of reaching the show's finale
Karishma Tanna revealed she initially delayed motherhood because wars and global uncertainty made her question bringing a child into the world. Now expecting her first baby with Varun Bangera, she says she feels emotionally ready and is embracing the journey
Sambhavna Seth has revealed that she and her family spent the entire night at the police station following an incident involving their house help. The actor confirmed an FIR has been lodged and said she will reveal the full details once she has had time to process the ordeal
The much-awaited trailer of Ramayana is finally out and the internet has been buzzing with conversations about its characters and actors. Amid these, Lara Dutta's portrayal as Queen Kaikeyi and her costume is being widely discussed
As the Ramayana trailer continues to impress the audience, the latest glimpse has introduced many characters that have left the fans wondering. One such appearance was that of Vivek Oberoi as Vidyutjihva
Filmmaker Anees Bazmee has showered praise on Bollywood star Anil Kapoor.Anees emphasised on how the veteran actor continues to approach every film with the enthusiasm of a newcomer despite spending nearly four decades in the industry

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