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Kangana Ranaut shared a story, hitting back at Taapsee Pannu's remarks over her 'upbringing', calling the latter a 'sasti copy'. However, the actress deleted the story later
Dia Mirza has broken her silence after her 5-year-old son faced criticism for schooling a coconut vendor over the use of plastic. The actress defended her son, saying it was not disrespect
Amid the ongoing rift between Govinda and his wife Sunita Ahuja, the actor was recently seen visiting a hospital in Juhu. He also addressed concerns around his health saying he was fine
A sound setup reportedly collapsed when Yash was addressing the crowd at a Toxic pre-release event at Malla Reddy University. Students climbed on top of the setup to catch a glimpse of the actor, causing it to collapse
Nayanthara recently opened up about her humble beginnings in the entertainment industry, recalling that she was paid Rs 2,000-3,000 as her first ever salary for a fashion program
SS Rajamouli opts for human voices over AI as Varanasi targets audiences across 120 countries. The filmmaker plans to dub the film in around 50 languages and release it across 120 countries, using real artistes rather than AI-generated or synthetic voices
As she portrays Alka Ahuja in Operation Safed Sagar, Amrita Bagchi opens up about the real-life widow whose love for her husband continues 25 years later
Have you heard? Producer Pranay Reddy Vanga has confirmed that he and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga will begin shooting the Ranbir Kapoor-led Animal Park six months after Spirit. Following the success of DC, Wamiqa Gabbi has doubled her fees
Ajay Devgns film with Rohit Jugraj, Griha Pravesh, to now go on floors in September in Mumbai, before moving to the UK. Ajay is ready to revisit the grey side of his screen persona, almost 21 years after Kaal (2005)
Amid all the rumours and misleading reports surrounding actor and former MP Govinda on social media regarding his personal life, a public notice has been issued on his behalf warning netizens, media institutions, digital platforms, and content creators
Actress Anushka Ranjan has expressed frustration over Mumbai's traffic and pothole-ridden roads. Calling the city a 'pathetic', she said that the constant traffic was shaking her to the core
Ranveer Singh thanked the Ambani family for trusting and supporting him during a rough phase in his career while making Dhurandhar. He called their backing a blessing and praised Nita Ambani for taking Indias heritage and talent global.
Kareena Kapoor reacted to pregnancy rumours with a hilarious Instagram post, sharing a bloated belly picture along with laughing and pizza emojis. She also added Chocolate Lime Juice from Hum Aapke Hain Koun to her Story
Taapsee Pannu addressed her feud with Kangana Ranaut, saying they have never met and have different ways of perceiving things. She also ruled out joining politics for now, saying she wants to focus on doing more films
Kartik Aaryan has returned home after successful knee surgery following an injury sustained while performing an action sequence on set. His spokesperson said the actor is recovering and expected to resume shooting soon
S Mithran has confirmed that talks are underway with Kareena Kapoor and Dhanush for Sanjay Leela Bhansalis upcoming mythological jungle-set film. The director said dates are being discussed and hoped the collaboration comes together
Priyanka Chopra says Nick Jonas respect for her Indian culture and traditions is an important part of their relationship. She added that she does not know if she would have loved him if he did not respect her roots
Kangana Ranaut says she identifies as Gen Alpha after previously calling some Gen Z protesters generation gutter. She praised Gen Alphas no-nonsense approach and clarified that her criticism was aimed at specific protesters, not all youth
Anna Faris has revealed she quit drinking after recognising a personal link between alcohol and depression. Speaking on Chelsea Handlers podcast, the actress said sobriety helped her stop self-sabotaging and improve her outlook. She also credited hormone patches for benefiting her mental health
Michelle Pfeiffer has dismissed retirement rumours, calling them the most ridiculous thing. The actress clarified that her earlier comments about not wanting to star in another movie were taken out of context. She remains open to films, particularly ensemble projects
Govindas son Yashvrdhn Ahuja is set to make his Bollywood debut with Sajid Khans Hero Ki Horrorine, which also stars Nitanshi Goel, Jamie Lever and Chunky Pandey. The horror comedy blends romance, humour and supernatural elements
Kiara Advani shared a BTS video from Toxic and described the film as more than just a fairy tale. She said its making brought together creative vision and talent from across the board, creating what the director calls a peculiar alchemy
Paradox, who went from being a contestant to a mentor on MTV Hustle 5, says the show and changing music landscape have helped him evolve. He adds that music is now a business, an art and an expression, and he aims to give his best
The Revolutionaries has unveiled Jai Durga, a devotional track composed by Shreyas Prashant Puranik and sung by Raja Hasan, Altamash Faridi and Divya Kumar. Penned by Siddharth-Garima, it celebrates Maa Durgas power and strength
Singer Shaan and wife Radhika Mukherjee have reportedly bought a Rs 48-crore luxury home in Bandra West. Details of the sprawling 6,300-sq-ft residence emerged through the property transaction handled by broker Vikas V Bhatia, putting the singers new address in spotlight
Moses Koul has released Jee Le, a song about love that grows through familiarity, comfort and everyday conversations. He says it captures the uncertainty of falling for a moment, a person or who you become in that moment
Shaan reflected on reuniting with Saif Ali Khan after 19 years, recalling the actors memorable musical phase. The singer described that period as a bull run of back-to-back successes and said their songs continue to remain timeless hits.
Singer Shaan and wife Radhika Mukherjee have reportedly bought a Rs 48-crore luxury home in Bandra West. Details of the sprawling 6,300-sq-ft residence emerged through the property transaction handled by broker Vikas V Bhatia, putting the singers new address in spotlight
Conan OBrien hilariously auditioned to become a Bollywood star in a promo for Conan OBrien Must Go, surprising Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal. After being told he lacked Bollywood potential, Conan sang Hindi and showcased his comic side
BTS has sparked excitement among Indian ARMYs after discussing a possible India visit in a Google India video. The members greeted fans in Hindi, explored Mumbais Khotachiwadi through Google Gemini and discussed Indian food, though no concert or tour has been confirmed
Veteran actress and CINTAA president Poonam Dhillon has been hospitalised at Mumbais Lilavati Hospital after being diagnosed with dengue. The health update comes amid a CINTAA controversy involving mass resignations and allegations against Dhillon, which she has strongly denied
Deepika Padukone has seemingly responded to the ongoing Spirit controversy by liking an Instagram post criticising Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Pranay Reddy Vanga over their comments about her exit. The post discussed sexism and misogyny surrounding her reported demands
Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatias The Vvaan: Force of the Forest is reportedly undergoing extensive reshoots and re-editing. The project has also seen changes in its direction team, with Sidharth said to have pushed for additional filming, including revisions to the climax and action sequences
Deepika Padukone has seemingly responded to the ongoing Spirit controversy by liking an Instagram post criticising Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Pranay Reddy Vanga over their comments about her exit. The post discussed sexism and misogyny surrounding her reported demands
Mumbai Police have registered an FIR against filmmaker Pushpendra Singh and his wife Pragati Chauhan over actor Satendra Sonis alleged assault and pending payment dispute. The case, filed at Oshiwara Police Station, comes nearly two months after Soni publicly raised the allegations
Anurag Kashyaps controversial crime drama Bandar, starring Bobby Deol, Sanya Malhotra and Saba Azad, will stream on ZEE5 from August 28, after the director distanced himself from the theatrical cut
Writer Bilal Siddiqui says he approached Awarapan 2 as a fan of the original, focusing on what he wanted to see next for Emraan Hashmis Shivam. The sequel retains key emotional and spiritual elements while organically continuing his lost-love journey
Ahmed Khans Welcome to the Jungle, starring Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty, reportedly earned around Rs 196 crore worldwide. The ensemble comedy has now premiered on JioHotstar after its theatrical run, with makers said to have secured an OTT deal worth over Rs 90 crore
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is set to wrap Love and War at Royal Palms, Goregaon, by August-end. The location will then be transformed for his Madhubala biopic, starring Sara Arjun, which is expected to begin filming in September
Ariana Grande has slammed Donald Trump for using her song We Cant Be Friends in an anti-transgender TikTok video. Her record label is reportedly working to have the track removed, after she previously objected to her song Bye being used by the White House
Govindas manager Shashi Sinha has denied Sunita Ahujas claims that the actor plans to marry Rani Swarnkar. He said there is no second marriage happening and added that Sunita remains Govindas wife
Hayden Panettieres boyfriend Brian Hickerson has broken his silence after her sudden death at 36. His attorney said the investigation remains ongoing, noted there were no signs of foul play and asked for privacy for her loved ones
Rasika Dugal is set to return as the enigmatic Beena Tripathi in Mirzapur: The Movie. The actor opens up about the challenges of playing the character, why Beena makes her feel sexy and how the upcoming theatrical film will offer more context
Singer Shaan has opened up about cutting down on drinking as he entered his mid-40s, admitting that recovery is no longer as easy as it once was. The singer says he now controls his alcohol intake at parties and avoids drinking altogether when he has a performance
IIT Bombay topper and UPSC aspirant Yogesh Sahu walked away with Rs 50 lakh on KBC 18 after being stumped by the Rs 1 crore question about the horse that won the first Indian Derby in 1943
A fire broke out at a Salman Khan gym franchise in Delhis Greater Kailash-I on Thursday night. Police evacuated everyone safely before firefighters controlled the blaze. No casualties or major damage were reported, while a short circuit is suspected
Yash-starrer Toxic has recorded a strong start in advance bookings, selling 30,000 tickets in under six hours. Premium tickets in Mumbai and Bengaluru have crossed Rs 2,000, with some Mumbai shows priced as high as Rs 2,600
The sequel to the Michael Jackson biopic is expected to move into the 1990s, exploring a more controversial chapter of the pop icons life. Jaafar Jackson, who plays his late uncle, says he hopes the film gives audiences a deeper understanding of Michael
Ravi Teja fans turned theatres into devotional spaces during Irumudi screenings, performing aarti and puja as Ayyappa Swamy songs played. Videos of the celebrations have gone viral, adding to the buzz around Shiva Nirvanas film and Ravi Tejas comeback
Akshay Kumar burst into laughter when a journalist quipped, Sab kesar bech rahe hain, aap Acer bech rahe hain? at an event. The question referenced the ongoing pan masala advertising controversy involving Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff

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