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Karan Wahi faced backlash after saying women today are too independent and recalling a date who was allegedly seeing seven other men. His remarks on modern dating and relationships sparked criticism online, with many calling them outdated and misogynistic
The makers of Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups have released Madhosh, the film's second song featuring Yash and Tara Sutaria. The romantic track explores the softer side of Raya and Rebecca's relationship and has been released in five languages
JioStar has announced six regional editions of Bigg Boss, with former India captain Sourav Ganguly set to host the Bengali version. The expansion aims to strengthen the reality franchise's regional presence by offering local-language content tailored to diverse audiences across India
Tusshar Kapoor opened up about completing 25 years in films, recalling the pressure and expectations that came with being Jeetendra's son. He said star kids face struggles too and also spoke about standing out in ensemble films like Welcome To The Jungle
Saba Pataudi has shared photos from her recent London trip, featuring Javed Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar and Shibani Akhtar. Calling it a memorable week, she reflected on engaging conversations about cinema and poetry while also teasing her first podcast
Kajal Aggarwal believes South cinema has changed its portrayal of women, with more liberal and coming-of-age roles replacing outdated stereotypes. She said she always drew the line at scenes that objectified women
Vijay's Jana Nayagan promo has been unveiled ahead of its July 23 release, showcasing him as a cop, prisoner and political leader. The film overcame censor-related changes and an earlier footage leak, with fans eagerly awaiting the actor's final film before politics
Anne Hathaway has opened up about balancing one of the busiest years of her career while preparing to welcome her third child. The Oscar-winning actor described the experience as extremely surreal and said she's determined to enjoy every moment as she juggles motherhood with a packed slate of films
Nagarjuna addressed Tollywood's habit of postponing film releases, urging better planning and timely post-production. He admitted Lenin too was delayed and questioned why the industry cannot follow films like The Odyssey that stick to announced release dates
H. Vinoth revealed Jana Nayagan is 50 percent based on Bhagavanth Kesari, with 60 percent of the first half and 20 percent of the second retained. He said he initially resisted another remake but agreed after Vijay personally urged him to consider the project
Diljit Dosanjh supported the CJP-led student protest and urged authorities to listen to the students' demands. Recalling the farmers' protest, he said he had been labelled anti-national before and expects to face the same criticism again
Mahesh Babu celebrated daughter Sitara's 14th birthday with a heartfelt Instagram post, calling her his forever little star. Namrata Shirodkar also penned an emotional tribute, saying watching Sitara grow has been the greatest blessing of her life
Despite repeated pressure led by young star Lamine Yamal, Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez produced a series of crucial saves to keep his team in contention during regular time.
Anupam Kher has reportedly been confirmed as the voice of Jatayu in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana. The update ends months of speculation that Amitabh Bachchan would lend his voice to the legendary bird in the epic film
Hema Malini reacted to the CJP protests, urging dialogue instead of demonstrations. The BJP MP said the Modi government has worked for education and appealed to organisers not to mislead students into joining the protests
Test Subject V creator Kunal Avanti says the series aims to tackle misinformation around food and nutrition. He also recalled how presenter John Abraham backed the project after patiently hearing the idea and immediately agreeing to be part of it
Pankaj Tripathi revealed he did not charge a fee for Ohh My Dog, choosing to support longtime friend Amit Rai's directorial. The actor said independent films with meaningful stories need the backing of actors as much as they need financial support
Shah Rukh Khan's King is nearing the end of its shoot, with only one international schedule left. The team is scouting locations across the US and South America, with the final leg expected to take place in August before December release
Smita Bansal says moving from lead to mother roles after Balika Vadhu was a conscious decision driven by motherhood and long TV schedules. She also backs finite series, saying television needs fresh content and audiences should embrace new formats
After Gram Chikitsalay, Amol Parashar takes on a morally grey role in The Bureaucrat. He plays a UPSC aspirant who impersonates an IAS officer, becomes an unwilling conman and eventually starts beating the system at its own game
Shabana Azmi, who joined protesters at Jantar Mantar, said Javed Akhtar had written to PM Narendra Modi urging him to engage with the protesters. She revealed the letter was acknowledged, but despite a promise of a reply, they never heard back
Udne Ki Aasha is entering a new phase with a leap. Kanwar Dhillon says Sachin will be seen as a more mature and balanced man, running a travel business and raising a daughter with Sailee, while their strong emotional bond remains unchanged
The CJP-led protests in Delhi turned violent after the police deployed lathi charge and used tear gas to disperse the crowds. Following the incident, several Bollywood celebrities raised their voices, condemning the act
Swara Bhasker's husband Fahad Ahmad was arrested in Mumbai during a CJP protest at Chaityabhoomi. The actress reacted to her husband's arrest, calling it a 'shameful state of affairs'
Marvel Studios has unveiled an all-new trailer and poster of Avengers: Doomsday, giving fans a first glimpse of Robert Downey Jr. as he returns as Doctor Doom. The trailer also hints at the union of beloved heroes from three distinct universes
Veteran actress Shabana Azmi, who reached Jantar Mantar on Sunday to support the CJP-led protests, was seen participating in the protest march towards Parliament. In videos surfacing online, the 75-year-old was seen falling ill during the protests, but continued to participate
Netflix has unveiled the trailer for Operation Safed Sagar, a military drama inspired by the Indian Air Force's role in the 1999 Kargil War. Starring Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill and Dia Mirza, the series follows the Golden Arrows Squadron as they undertake dangerous missions
Siddharth, who plays Squadron Leader Ajay Ahuja in Operation Safed Sagar, was seen getting emotional as he met the wife of the martyr at the trailer launch event. He also opened up about his arm injury at the event
Akshay Kumar was seen attending the India vs England ODI at Lord's in London with Saif Ali Khan and Taimur. A video from their outing has gone viral where Akshay was seen stumbling and almost falling
Months after Jana Nayagan leaked online in HD, director H Vinoth has urged audiences to experience Vijay's final film in theatres. Calling it more than a commercial entertainer, he said the film explores sensitive political issues and hopes viewers discuss its content rather than focus on the leak
The Odyssey is turning out to be a great success for director Christopher Nolan. The film has become his biggest opening weekend film in India, crossing the Rs 70 crore mark in just three days
R Madhavan's biopic GDN, based on legendary inventor GD Naidu, has received a U/A certificate from the CBFC ahead of its August 7 theatrical release. The film chronicles the pioneer's life, innovation, and contributions to India's scientific and industrial progress
Kangana Ranaut has reacted to the ongoing CJP protest near Parliament, criticising demonstrations that she believes are being used to pressure the government. The BJP MP said public issues should be discussed inside Parliament, adding that elected representatives and citizens must follow processes
Zaid Darbar apologised to wife Gauahar Khan after Kushal Tandon allegedly made a personal remark referencing her during an argument on Alliance. Zaid said family should stay out of the game, earning praise from viewers for handling the situation with maturity
Actor Prakash Raj, who joined the protestors at the Jantar Mantar amid the ongoing protests led by CJP demanding the resignation of the Education Minister. The actor revealed that he has joined the protest for himself, adding that he has a conscience
Gautami Kapoor defended husband Ram Kapoor after influencer Shreya Kalra accused him of kissing her without consent on Lock Upp. Gautami said viewers only see edited footage and urged people not to judge the incident without knowing the complete context
Singer-actor Nick Jonas took a trip down memory lane, back to the tunes when he proposed to his last love Priyanka Chopra Jonas, eight years ago. Taking to his social media account, Nick shared an intimate throwback selfie from the proposal night
The buzz suggest influencer Apoorva Mukhija may enter Lock Upp as a wildcard contestant after her cryptic social media post sparked speculation. While fans are excited about the possibility, neither the makers nor Apoorva have officially confirmed the reports
Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise, who is gearing up for his upcoming film Digger, joined the special line-up for the Closing Ceremony of the FIFA World Cup. The actor shared what separates legend from common man, and how his character shares a commonality with the football legends
Niharika Konidela turned emotional as Committee Kurrollu won Best Telugu Film at the 72nd National Film Awards. Celebrating with the team, the actor-producer admitted she finally feels she deserves to be part of the Mega family's cinematic legacy after years in the industry
Actress Rakul Preet Singh has expressed her excitement and pride about being part of the much-anticipated epic Ramayana. She called the project a journey that goes beyond cinema
Mammootty and Dhanush celebrated their National Award wins on the sets of their upcoming film Om. Joined by director Rajkumar Periasamy and editor R. Kalaivanan, the four winners marked the occasion with a cake-cutting ceremony, with Mammootty sharing pictures online
Actress Sahiba Bali put an end to speculations surrounding her relationship with actor Arjun Kapoor after the two were spotted together at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground in London.Their appearance together sparked rumours of a possible romance
After nearly four years of delay, Pooja Meri Jaan, starring Mrunal Thakur and Huma Qureshi, is finally set for its OTT premiere. The psychological thriller will bypass a theatrical release, bringing its long-awaited story to audiences through streaming
Dheeraj Dhoopar is currently locked in Lock Upp, while Vinny Dhoopar took to her Instagram handle sharing heartfelt note marking 17 years together
Hema Malini shared a photo of daughter Esha Deol's meeting with Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary during her visit to Patna. Calling it a nice, warm meeting, the veteran actor-politician gave fans a glimpse of the interaction through a post on social media
Sargun Mehta shared an emotional note celebrating husband Ravie Dubey's journey as Lakshman in Ramayana, saying she can't stop crying with pride. At the trailer launch, Ravie also turned emotional as he called playing Lakshman a divine blessing and thanked the team for believing in him
Shreya Kalra alleged that Ram Kapoor repeatedly kissed her during their first meeting on Lock Upp, leaving her uncomfortable. Calling out the incident, she said consent and personal boundaries should always be respected, sparking widespread debate on social media.
The Real Housewives of Orange County star Jeana Keough has been diagnosed with tongue cancer. Her daughter, Kara Bosworth, revealed the actress is undergoing chemotherapy, radiation and immunotherapy after doctors discovered the cancer had spread following surgery
Anne Hathaway has shared a hopeful update on Princess Diaries 3, revealing the team found a story breakthrough after scrapping an earlier script. The actor said the sequel is finally moving in the right direction and expressed confidence that the new version will be the right one

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