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Alia Bhatts first look from Sanjay Leela Bhansalis Love & War is out, featuring the actress in a glamorous cabaret-inspired avatar. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal and is set to release on January 21, 2027

Brad Pitt said independent cinema feels as strong as in the 90s, crediting the current landscape and streaming platforms for helping more audiences discover indie projects. At San Sebastian, director David Ayer echoed Pitt, highlighting new avenues for emerging filmmakers.

Director Anees Bazmee recalled how Mushtaq Khans iconic Meri ek taang nakli hai dialogue in Welcome was created on set. Khan initially had no lines, prompting Bazmee to write a special sequence overnight, with Nana Patekar and Anil Kapoor agreeing to support it

Sunny Deol mourned the demise of his Gadar co-star Mushtaq Khan, remembering him as a nice human being and a fine actor. Deol shared that he had fond memories of Khan and offered condolences to his family

Govinda has addressed dating rumours with Roopa co-star Rani Swarnkar, calling them a strategically planned move to distance him from his family and tarnish his image. He said he shares a professional relationship with Rani

The Great Indian Kapil Show 5 premieres September 26 with Drishyam: The Conclusion cast Ajay Devgn, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta, Mrunal Jadhav and Jaideep Ahlawat. The festive season will feature celebrity guests, comedy, mimicry and cricket legends

Biswajit Chatterjee has spoken about his controversial kissing scene with Rekha in Do Shikari. He said on-screen kissing is viewed differently today, while Rekha had alleged that he kissed her without her consent during the scene

Avika Gor says music videos have given her the freedom to experiment and explore different creative spaces. Through Bukhaar and Zalima, she got to try varied looks, energies and emotions, and is happy with the audience response

Tum Mere Ho teaser is out, giving a glimpse of Gurmeet Choudhary and Isha Malviyas intense love story. Directed by Aashish Panda, the romantic entertainer also marks Ishas Bollywood debut and blends romance with action and adventure

Suhail Nayyar has undergone a major physical transformation for Udta Teer, gaining muscle, growing a moustache and working on his dialect. The actor plays a complex spy in the Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan-starrer

Susan Sarandon and Hacks star Hannah Einbinder were among more than 100 people detained during a pro-Palestinian protest outside the UN in New York. The demonstration came hours before Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu was set to address the UN General Assembly

Dakota Johnson turned heads at the London premiere of Verity in a sheer cream lace gown by Colleen Allen. The actor paired the daring look with black underwear, peep-toe heels and diamond-studded gold jewellery

Off Campus star Belmont Cameli is joining Sydney Sweeney in Hollow, a reimagining of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Cameli will play Brom Bones, the antagonist and rival love interest competing for Sweeneys Katrina Van Tassel

Tahir Raj Bhasin opens up about working with Parineeti Chopra in Shaque: Trust No One. Both actors were launched by Yash Raj Films but never worked together. Bhasin says meeting her felt like meeting someone from the same college

Shabana Azmi and Manish Malhotra speak about the Mijwan Fashion Shows journey of empowering women artisans in UP. The event gives their chikankari work a larger platform, livelihood and dignity, while inspiring them to dream bigger

Abhishek Pathak reveals how Jaideep Ahlawats role in Drishyam 3 was created after Akshaye Khanna exited days before the shoot. The director says his team had just seven days to crack the new character and rewrite the scenes

Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan, known for his memorable roles in films such as Welcome, Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, and Jodi No. 1, has died at the age of 75

Rashmika Mandanna has once again turned heads on the global fashion stage. Attending Milan Fashion Week as the face of Japanese heritage label Onitsuka Tiger, the actor brought her elegance and modern charm to represent the brands Spring/Summer 2027 collection.

Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan died on September 24, after being diagnosed with lung cancer five years ago. The actor earlier made headlines in 2024 after he was kidnapped under the pretext of attending an event

Actor and influencer Avneet Kaur posed for a picture with Hollywood icon Tom Cruise at the grand world premiere of his upcoming film, Digger. Fans were quick to hail the moment, but it was Varun Dhawan's hilarious comment that grabbed attention.

Arjun Kapoors call for a Main Hoon Na sequel got a playful response from director Farah Khan. Her message has sparked curiosity over whether Main Hoon Na 2 could be on the cards, though no sequel has been confirmed

The trailer of Pooja Meri Jaan is out, starring Mrunal Thakur and Huma Qureshi. The psychological thriller follows a disturbing case involving Pooja and explores obsession, societal judgement, conflicting accounts and the question of truth

As Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's son Jason Sanjay gears up for his directorial debut, Sigma, he has now revealed that Malayalam actor Dulquer Salmaan was his first choice for the film, before Sundeep Kishan

Richa Chadha reflected on husband Ali Fazals journey from being written off to finding critical and commercial success. Recalling his early struggles and the doubts surrounding his international opportunity with Judi Dench, Richa said seeing him overcome those challenges feels deeply personal

Nora Fatehi recalls being boxed as a girl who only did songs in films. She speaks about breaking out of that image, building her independent music career and creating her own identity while pursuing global ambitions

Sooraj Pancholi has issued a fresh statement after being named in the Disha Salian case. He stated that he has never met Salian or Aditya Thackeray in his life. He added that he has also been receiving death threats after he was named in the FIR

Best of the Best film has drawn criticism online over a dialogue referencing the 2021 Kabul evacuation. The joke, delivered by Maitreyi Ramakrishnans character Maya, compares mens attention to people rushing to board the last plane out of Kabul

Drishyam 3 director Abhishek Pathak recently weighed in on actors who quit films last minute, amid Akshaye Khanna's exit from his upcoming film. The filmmaker suggested that there should be a law that takes action against such actors

Catch up on top sports headlines, Luke Williams' head coach's appointment, Cristiano Ronaldo's ambition, and other stories

In an exclusive chat with mid-day, Jamie Lever talks about performing with dad Johnny Lever, her early struggles, dealing with trolls and dating rumours with Yashvardhan Ahuja, saying the speculation even led to calls to her father

If Hurun India Rich List 2026 is to be believed, Shah Rukh Khan's current net worth has seen a significant drop. Despite that, the actor remains India's richest actor, staying ahead of Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan and Hrithik Roshan.

Jason Sanjay opened up about whether audiences will see him primarily as Vijays son, a superstars son or as a director with an identity of his own. Ahead of his directorial debut Sigma, he admitted he thinks about it all the time

BTS fans in Hyderabad can experience the K-pop groups ARIRANG World Tour on the big screen, with concert screenings of the Buenos Aires and Sao Paulo shows scheduled for October 25 and 31. Ticket prices and venues are awaited

Ahead of the series, the West Indies' pacer Alzarri Joseph is set to achieve a new feat in the format's history. The first match is scheduled to be played on September 27 at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram

Nani brings swag and intensity to The Paradise, but the film fails to match its hype. A promising first half gives way to stretched action, excessive gore and a muddled screenplay that struggles to create an emotional connect

Jaideep Ahlawat is set to reunite with Ajay Devgn in Drishyam The Conclusion, 16 years after they first worked together in Aakrosh. Reflecting on their reunion, Ahlawat called it a full-circle moment and praised Devgns understated acting

On Bigg Boss 20, Mary Kom opened up about a difficult phase when she felt broken and revealed she had thoughts of ending her life. She said her young children became her reason to keep going through the challenging period

Avengers Endgame: Encore is set to return to Indian cinemas on September 25, with directors Joe and Anthony Russo warning fans not to spoil its new surprises. The filmmakers recalled secretly watching the originals opening-night reactions and said they plan to sneak into theatres again

Shaque: Trust No One is a promising plot where Parineeti Chopra plays a mother desperately searching for her daughter. If predictability and overuse of twists were to be kept aside, Shaque is a decent watch for binge-watchers

Anupam Kher has expressed concern over Govindas personal life amid ongoing speculation surrounding his marriage to Sunita Ahuja. Calling Govinda one of the finest actors he has worked with, Kher urged him not to let personal matters overshadow his career

Ahead of the series, Team India's veteran opening batsman Rohit Sharma is set to accomplish a new feat. The first match is scheduled to be played on September 27 at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram

Ahead of the series, Team India's star batsman Virat Kohli is set to achieve a new feat in the format's history. The first match is scheduled to be played on September 27 at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram

The first pictures from Greta Gerwigs Narnia: The Magicians Nephew offer a glimpse into the filmmakers take on C.S. Lewiss beloved fantasy universe. Starring David McKenna, Beatrice Campbell, Emma Mackey, Daniel Craig and Meryl Streep, the film explores the origins of Narnia

Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! and FIR actor Ishwar Thakur is in the ICU and reportedly unresponsive after a severe kidney infection. His sister Jayshree revealed that complications from a longstanding foot wound have worsened his condition, while the family seeks financial help

Indian squash players Anahat Singh and Tanvi Khanna advanced to the quarterfinals to set up an all-Indian clash, while mixed doubles pairs also progressed

Ayushmann Khurrana has addressed the Pakistan Zindabad chant in Udta Teer, saying the line is part of the script. The actor described the film as a patriotic spy comedy and said he follows whatever the script demands

Vir Das is making a global milestone as he is set to take his tour, I Say We Run, to the iconic Radio City Music Hall in New York on January 30, 2027

Actress Tanishaa Mukerji penned a heartfelt birthday wish for her mother and veteran actress Tanuja. Taking to Instagram, she penned a heartfelt note expressing gratitude for her constant love and support

Actress Kajol celebrated her mother and veteran actress Tanuja on her 83rd birthday with a heartfelt social media post, calling her the 'OG' and celebrating the qualities that have made her an enduring personality both on and off screen

Bigg Boss 20 contestant Rhiti Tiwari has admitted to using a sexual slur against Uditi Singh during a heated exchange. The incident sparked criticism online, with several viewers calling out Rhitis language and dragging her father Manoj Tiwari into the debate