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Samantha Ruth Prabhu ditches glam for a laid-back maternity shoot

Samantha Ruth Prabhu gave fans a glimpse of her pregnancy with a candid baby bump picture, playfully calling it her maternity shoot. The actress, who is expecting her first child with husband Raj Nidimoru, received much love from fans

9 Nov 2026 9:02 pm
Bigg Boss 20: Qazi Touqeer gets uncomfortable after Manish Goel touches him

Bigg Boss 20 contestants Qazi Touqeer and Manish Goel got into an ugly argument after Qazi accused Manish of making him uncomfortable by touching him during a role-play task in which he was dressed as a woman

9 Nov 2026 6:35 pm
Ramayana: Yash says Ravana is not a straightforward villain amid debate

Amid the ongoing debate around the glorification of Ravana in the Ramayana, Yash has now opened up about the role, calling the character the 'brain' of the epic. He also recalled how his friends and family asked him not to do it

9 Nov 2026 6:09 pm
Gurfateh Pirzada's room catches fire after crackers enter balcony, actor fumes

Gurfateh Pirzada revealed that firecrackers entering his balcony burnt it and almost his entire room during Diwali. He expressed anger over Mumbai's hazardous AQI and pollution. Vivek Agnihotri and Bhumi Pednekar also raised concerns over fire safety and pollution

9 Nov 2026 5:52 pm
Kareena Kapoor says she is against botox, calls self-preservation important

Kareena Kapoor Khan opened up about cosmetic procedures, saying she is strongly against Botox and going under the knife. She emphasised the importance of natural therapies, self-preservation and embracing ageing, adding that she is enjoying her 40s

9 Nov 2026 5:20 pm
'Shame': Balaji Murugadoss questions CM Vijay over warrantless home search

Tamil actor Balaji Murugadoss has taken to social media to question CM Vijay over a Narcotics Department search at his residence. Claiming that officials repeatedly refused to identify the person who had filed the complaint against him, the actor sought an explanation and demanded action over the incident.

9 Nov 2026 5:17 pm
Kareena Kapoor wears 200-year-old Kalgi of the Nawab of Bhopal for Diwali 2026

Kareena Kapoor not only skipped the usual ethic saree or suit for Diwali 2026 by wearing a chic kaftan, but she also grabbed eyeballs with her kalgi, which is 200 years old, belonging to the Nawab of Bhopal

9 Nov 2026 5:03 pm
Sunita Ahuja hopes to reunite with Govinda amid his dating rumours

Sunita Ahuja opened up about her strained relationship with Govinda and expressed hope of reuniting with him. Calling theirs a 40-year-old marriage, she said nobody could separate them and recalled their Diwali celebrations and shopping for jewellery together

9 Nov 2026 4:46 pm
Suriya and Jyotika celebrate Scenes big Rs 100-crore win: Our hearts are full

Suriya and Jyotika are celebrating a major box-office milestone this Diwali, with their latest production, Scene, entering the Rs 100-crore club worldwide. The couple expressed gratitude to audiences for their overwhelming response and for embracing the film across regions and languages.

9 Nov 2026 4:45 pm
Varanasi: Is SS Rajamouli's film inspired by Ramayana? Here's what we know

Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, has sparked speculation about a possible Ramayana connection with its first-look reveal. Now, a story claiming to outline the film's basic plot has gone viral on social media.

9 Nov 2026 1:37 pm
Diwali 2026: Akshay Kumar's son Aarav steals the show in family celebrations

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar shared glimpses of his Diwali celebrations. The actor took to his Instagram and shared a video of himself performing pooja for the festival. Akshay and Twinkle Khannas son Aarav was also seen in the video enjoying Diwali festivities

9 Nov 2026 12:43 pm
Dwayne Johnson celebrates his mother's 78th birthday with heartfelt note

Dwayne Johnson recently celebrated his mother Ata Johnsons 78th birthday. On Sunday, the actor took to his Instagram and shared a series of pictures and videos from the birthday celebrations.

9 Nov 2026 12:42 pm
Samay Raina spends Diwali with rumoured girlfriend Medha Shankr

Comedian Samay Raina's Diwali celebrations at his new Mumbai residence turned into a star-studded affair, with his rumoured girlfriend, actress Medha Shankr, among the guests. Have a look!

9 Nov 2026 12:31 pm
Ramayana: Sargun Mehta celebrates Ravie Dubey's journey in emotional message

Actor Sargun Mehta is on cloud nine as her husband, actor Ravie Dubey, receives widespread appreciation for his portrayal of Lakshman in Ramayana. Celebrating his achievement, Sargun penned an emotional note for her husband, reflecting on his 21-year-long journey

9 Nov 2026 12:29 pm
Keerthy Suresh says South film industry is more 'spontaneous' than Bollywood

Keerthy Suresh shed light on her experience working in the Hindi film industry. The actress said that while Bollywood believes in a lot of pre-production, South is more 'spontaneous'

9 Nov 2026 12:17 pm
Farah Khan breaks silence on videos about fire at her Mumbai residence

Farah Khan has called out online portals for circulating fake content claiming a fire broke out at her residence in Mumbai. The filmmaker slammed the reports while clarifying that the fire had broken out in an under-construction building and not her home.

9 Nov 2026 11:29 am
Amitabh Bachchan says writing letters to fans has become difficult; here's why

Amitabh Bachchan recently shared an update about his health in a Diwali note. The actor revealed that he has been struggling with hand discomfort, which has made it difficult for him to personally write letters to his fans.

9 Nov 2026 10:39 am
Kunal Kohli shares shocking exchange over loud crackers outside Mumbai hospital

Filmmaker Kunal Kohli recounted an unpleasant Diwali experience while taking his mother to Mumbai's Khar Hinduja Hospital for emergency treatment. He requested residents to avoid bursting loud bombs outside the hospital, but was taken aback by a man's response.

9 Nov 2026 10:09 am
Ramayana set for Hong Kong release as film crosses Rs 350 crore mark worldwide

Nitesh Tiwaris Ramayana: Rise Of A Legend is gearing up to release in Hong Kong on November 12. The film has crossed the Rs 350 crore mark at the worldwide box office in just three days and is now set to reach another international audience.

9 Nov 2026 9:54 am
Shweta Tripathi's first film as producer gets international recognition

Shweta Tripathi's maiden production, Mujhe Jaan Na Kaho Meri Jaan, has been selected for the WIF India x Gold House Scholarship at TIFF 2026. The queer love story, starring Tripathi and Tillotama Shome, is directed by Sanjoy Nag.

9 Nov 2026 8:08 am
Have you heard? Esha Deol, Bharat Takhtani reunite at Diwali bash

Esha Deol and ex-husband Bharat Takhtani reunited at a Diwali bash nearly three years after announcing their separation. Meanwhile, Malayalam superstar Mammootty is set to make his return to Tamil cinema after a seven-year gap. The veteran superstar will feature in Dhanush-starrer OM.

9 Nov 2026 8:07 am
Arjun Bijlani, Zanai Bhosle and others share their favourite Diwali party songs

Adrija Roy, Arjun Bijlani and other celebs reveal the Bollywood songs that are a must-have on their Diwali party playlists. From London Thumakda and Deewangi Deewangi to Nagada Sang Dhol, their picks span generations of festive hits.

9 Nov 2026 7:55 am
Gurdas Maan on Diljit Dosanjh, Karan Aujla taking Punjabi Music global

In an exclusive interview, veteran singer Gurdas Maan reflects on Punjabi musics growing global popularity, applauding artistes like Diljit Dosanjh and Karan Aujla. He also explains why staying rooted in culture and maintaining artistic integrity matter more to him than chasing trends or viral hits.

9 Nov 2026 7:38 am
Diljit Dosanjh's Mumbai concert gets major security upgrade after bomb threats

Diljit Dosanjh's November 27 Mumbai concert will go ahead despite bomb threat emails. Security arrangements at Mahalaxmi Racecourse have been significantly strengthened, with over 1,500 private security personnel expected to be deployed.

9 Nov 2026 7:19 am
Daler Mehndi thanks supporters in first statement after Uttarakhand concert row

Singer Daler Mehndi has issued his first statement following the controversial Uttarakhand concert row, wherein he was accused of being intoxicated. The singer has thanked his fans and his family, including his brother, Mika Singh, for supporting him

8 Nov 2026 7:32 pm
Salman Khan gets emotional as Mohit Chauhan sings Salim Khan's song

On the latest episode of Bigg Boss 20, Salman Khan was seen getting emotional as singer Mohit Chauhan paid a moving tribute to his father and legendary writer Salim Khan. The actor was in tears as the singer sang a song written by the lyricist

8 Nov 2026 5:59 pm
Diwali 2026: BTS V wishes Indian fans, expresses curiosity about the festival

BTS V sent his Indian fans into a frenzy by wishing them on the occasion of Diwali. The K-pop star expressed curiosity about the festival when he was informed about the occasion before extending his wishes in Hindi. He also reacted to an AI image of the boyband in desi outfits

8 Nov 2026 4:14 pm
Hrithik Roshan joins Kylie Jenner, Kim Kardashian at LACMA Art and Film Gala

Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan was recently seen attending the 2026 LACMA Art + Film Gala in Los Angeles alongside notable Hollywood stars. He became the first Indian actor to attend the prestigious event

8 Nov 2026 3:49 pm
Diwali 2026: Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal reveal son Vihaan's face

Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal have treated fans with a special surprise on Diwali 2026 by revealing their son, Vihaan's face on the occasion. This comes exactly a year after the couple welcomed the baby boy on November 7, 2025

8 Nov 2026 3:41 pm
Janhvi Kapoor says mother Sridevi saw 'potential' in her after nose job done

Janhvi Kapoor recently revealed her mother Sridevi's reaction to her nose job. The actress revealed how the late actress saw 'potential' in her after sshe got her cosmetic surgery done

8 Nov 2026 1:41 pm
Nitesh Tiwari thinks The Odyssey was inspired by Ramayana

Ramayana director Nitesh Tiwari has reacted to the comparisons between Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey and the epic. The filmmaker acknowledged that there are similarities between the two

8 Nov 2026 12:06 pm
Ramayana: Sunny Deol says Ranbir-starrer is better than any Hollywood film

Bollywood star Sunny Deol is extremely proud of his film Ramayana: Part 1. Sunny, who plays Lord Hanuman, took to Instagram and shared a video urging audiences to watch the film, saying it has been made exceptionally well and is no less than any Hollywood film

8 Nov 2026 11:30 am
Matt Damon's wife Luciana attended 2024 Oscars Party days after brain surgery

Matt Damon has revealed that his wife, Luciana Barroso, underwent brain surgery following a brain aneurysm just days before making a surprise appearance at the 2024 Oscars celebrations

8 Nov 2026 9:21 am
The Batman Part II: Scarlett Johansson says her role was 'hard to crack'

Hollywood actor Scarlett Johansson has opened up about her role in the upcoming DC film The Batman: Part II, stating that it has pushed her outside her comfort zone and spurred a lot of existential angst

8 Nov 2026 9:18 am
Sylvester Stallone on his rivalry with Arnold Schwarzenegger

Hollywood actors Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger were the biggest rivals in the action film genre. Stallone has now shared that they were very confrontational with each other and the rivalry affected both of them

8 Nov 2026 9:14 am
Saif Ali Khan has a hack for opening a champagne bottle without an opener

Saif Ali Khan has dropped a cool video of himself where he was seen opening a champagne bottle with the help of a meat cleaver, as he was unable to find an opener

8 Nov 2026 9:11 am
Shilpa Shirodkar and Mithun Chakraborty reunite after 2 decades

Actress Shilpa Shirodkar called veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty the kindest soul she ever had the opportunity to know as she reunited with him after 2 decades. She also credited him for her success

8 Nov 2026 9:08 am
Ramayana box office: Ranbir Kapoor's film witnesses a 45 per cent jump on day 3

After witnessing a slow couple of days, Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana recorded a 45 per cent jump on day 3. The film added over Rs 69 crore to its bankroll, taking its overall haul to Rs 189 crore gross in India

8 Nov 2026 9:05 am
Ramayana makers warn against 'unauthorised' recording of scenes from the film

The makers of Ramayana have taken to social media to share a strict warning against the unauthorised recording and sharing of clips from the film. The statement warned offenders of legal action following the High Court's order

8 Nov 2026 8:32 am
Have You Heard? Diljit Dosanjh's songs banned at his Indore concert

Have You Heard? Four of Diljit Dosanjh's popular tracks have been barred from his November 15 performance, part of his Aura India tour. The decision follows concerns over the songs references to alcohol, drugs, and violence

8 Nov 2026 7:54 am
Maatrubhumi release date sets up a 5-way clash of bigwigs at the box office

Salman Khans December 4 release of Maatrubhumi has set up box-office conflict with Shraddha Kapoors Eetha, Shah Rukh Khans King, Avengers: Doomsday, and Dune 3

8 Nov 2026 7:48 am
Filmmaker Madhumita on why she stepped into the dark mystery zone with John Doe

Exploring a darker mystery with John Doe, filmmaker Madhumita says reason can sometimes be more chilling than the act. The film follows a cop investigating a missing boys case, which unravels into a darker world.

8 Nov 2026 7:38 am
Yasmin Kidwai reacts after SRK's clip from Filmisthaan deleted on Instagram

Filmmaker Yasmin Kidwai questions Meta after Instagram removes a clip of Shah Rukh Khan speaking about Indias diversity in her documentary Filmisthaan. Kidwai had shared the clip on November 2, the actors 61st birthday

8 Nov 2026 7:30 am
Ramayana: Did Namit Malhotras son play young Ravana? Here's what we know

Raghav Malhotra, the elder son of producer Namit Malhotra, reportedly appears as young Ravana in Ramayana. Raghav was selected because of his physical resemblance to Yash, who plays the adult Ravana.

7 Nov 2026 11:47 pm
Sameera Reddy's 10-year-old son reacts to her bold throwback pictures

Actress Sameera Reddy recently got a hilarious reaction from her 10-year-old son Hans after he came across some of her old photoshoot pictures.The pictures clearly left him visibly shocked by his mother's glamorous avatar.

7 Nov 2026 11:03 pm
Sussanne Khan remembers mom Zarine on her 1st death anniversary

Susanne Khan remembered her 'biggest cheerleader, motivator', mom Zarine Khan, on her first death anniversary on Saturday.he uploaded a video montage of a couple of precious moments with her mother on her official Instagram handle.

7 Nov 2026 10:55 pm
Vivek Oberoi says he went through 'hell' during Bollywood Boycott in 2000s

Vivek Oberoi alleged that despite delivering successful films, he was gradually pushed out of projects and faced pressure from powerful people in the industry. He also recalled how people who initially supported him later backed away after allegedly receiving threatening calls from the underworld.

7 Nov 2026 10:18 pm
Rise & Fall 2: Priyanka Chahar Choudhary reflects on her 'unforgettable' journey

Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, who emerged as the first runner-up on the recently concluded reality show, 'Rise & Fall Season 2', decided to reflect on her journey in her latest social media post.

7 Nov 2026 10:07 pm
Shruti Haasan celebrates dad Kamal Haasan's birthday with a heartfelt post

Shruti Haasan, who is also the elder daughter of actor, producer and parliamentarian Kamal Haasan, penned an adorable birthday wish for her dad in which she called him a glorious uncut diamond and a person who was the rarest of the rare.

7 Nov 2026 10:00 pm
Harshvardhan Rane seeks blessings at Kamakhya Temple ahead of Diwali

Harshvardhan Rane offered prayers at the revered Kamakhya Temple in Assam ahead of Diwali.The 'Sanam Teri Kasam' actor took to his official Instagram handle and published a couple of glimpses of his religious visit.

7 Nov 2026 9:52 pm