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Bhumi Pednekkar has joined Rishab Shetty in his upcoming film The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The actress has boarded the historical drama and is set to play the legendary Warrior Queen Belawadi Mallamma

Richa Chadha faced backlash after saying senior citizens should earn respect instead of receiving it because of age. Her remarks divided social media, with many criticising her language while others defended her stance, sparking a debate on ageing, respect and accountability

Ahead of its India release this Friday, Spider-Man: Brand New Day has received a UA certificate from the CBFC with a few mandatory edits. The board reportedly removed a kissing scene, muted certain expletives and directed the inclusion of anti-liquor health warnings

Raj Anadkat is returning to SAB TV with Papa Kehte Hai, where he plays Pawan, a young man balancing family responsibilities. The actor says the show celebrates family bonds with natural comedy and promises wholesome entertainment for audiences

Ranaji 2.0, a remake of the song Ranaji Maaf Karna from Karan Arjun featuring Mamta Kulkarni, was recently launched starring Mahira Sharma. However, many on the internet have been calling out the song, and Mahira Sharma for lack of expressions

Ahead of the Batwara 1947 trailer launch, Sunny Deol shared a heartfelt picture with his mother, Prakash Kaur, and dedicated the film to mothers across the world. Calling his mother his God, the actor said the Partition drama is a tribute to every mother's love, strength and sacrifice

After his Lock Upp exit, Dheeraj Dhoopar denied getting any special privileges despite the chit controversy involving his family's visit. He also said Harshad Chopda and Shivangi Sharma's bond gave them a double advantage in the game

Actress Adah Sharma has extended her support to people affected by the devastating floods in Assam. She highlighted the hardships faced by thousands of families and urged people to come forward to help

The actress went on to explain that patience is an integral part of the profession, extending far beyond waiting on a film or television set.

The Member of Parliament and Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut visited the Weaves of India Festival at the Central Cottage Industries Emporium in Janpath, New Delhi, on Sunday. During her visit, the actress explored the exhibition featuring 116 traditional handloom weaves

Months after Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge became blockbuster hits, the franchise has received a unique tribute. Rakesh Bedi inaugurated a Dhurandhar-themed bar at an Army mess in Srinagar and shared a tour of the space, featuring posters, artwork and references to Ranveer Singh's film

Singer Papon has appealed to people across India and the world to support Assam as the state battles one of its worst flood crises in recent years. In an emotional video, the Assam-born singer highlighted the widespread devastation, urging people to come together and help

Naman Shaw recalled that Ram Kapoor kissing him during a Kasamh Se press event sparked rumours about his sexuality. While he wasn't offended, he said the incident affected him deeply and stressed the importance of respecting personal boundaries and consent

Alliance sees major drama as Delbar Arya, Sohail Khan, Bali and later Nikhil Chinapa land on the To Be Deleted list. Seema Sajdeh gets evicted, while Niti Taylor and Zaid clash over the Ace contender before eventually reconciling

The Delhi High Court reprimanded Kala Hiran producers over the alleged portrayal of Salman Khan and ordered them to remove all promotional content from social media. The court raised concerns over the actor's personality rights while the case remains under consideration.

Vikrant Massey has reportedly joined Ajay Devgn's action thriller Chauhaan and will play a layered grey character. Meanwhile, Vijay's Jana Nayagan continued its strong run, collecting Rs 116.2 crore net in India during its four-day opening weekend

Kim Kardashian paid an emotional tribute to her late grandmother Mary Jo on what would have been her 92nd birthday. Sharing old family photos, Kim revealed she had discovered more about her grandmother while sorting through her belongings with Kris Jenner

Before becoming a fan favourite as Smith Jerrod in Sex and the City, Jason Lewis says he endured months of poverty while trying to build a modelling career in Paris. The actor revealed he stole baguettes, survived on mustard sandwiches, slept on floors and struggled to afford basic meals

House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 6 delivers the long-awaited Butcher's Ball and Criston Cole's death, but the moment feels surprisingly understated. Instead, the episode focuses on shifting alliances, Rhaenyra's fragile rule and mounting unrest, effectively preparing for an unpredictable final

A viral post claiming Kangana Ranaut asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to appoint her as Education Minister after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation is fake. There is no evidence she made such a request, and the widely shared screenshot has been debunked

Vijay's Jana Nayagan has crossed the Rs 200 crore mark worldwide in just four days. The film's impressive opening weekend was powered by a strong domestic run and solid overseas collections

An old interview of Jennifer Lawrence has resurfaced, in which she recalled Donald Trump's unexpected reaction to Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart's breakup. Speaking on The Graham Norton Show, Lawrence revealed Trump went on a huge rant, urging Pattinson to move on

Several Chennai theatres stopped children from watching Jana Nayagan after the film received an A certificate. Families were turned away despite advance bookings, sparking disappointment. Theatre owners said they were strictly following CBFC rules, while the Vijay-starrer continues to perform strongly at the box office

Veteran actress Helen reunited with Karisma Kapoor on the sets of India's Best Dancer after their series Brown. Helen praised Karisma and said working with her was a pleasure, while Karisma thanked her warmly and celebrated their collaboration

After returning to Mumbai from Ramayana promotions at San Diego Comic-Con, Yash took time to pose for selfies with fans at the airport. The actor patiently interacted with admirers before heading home, once again winning praise for his warm gesture

Tom Holland candidly admitted that promoting some of his past films felt difficult because he didn't believe in them. Praising The Odyssey and Spider-Man: Brand New Day, he said it's much easier to do press for movies you're genuinely proud of

On National Parents' Day, Kajol shared an emotional post reflecting on parenthood. The actor said becoming a mother made her realise the depth of her parents' unconditional love and sacrifices, thanking them for always supporting and loving her

Yash revealed he blasted Shiva music on the Ramayana sets to get into Ravana's mindset, even if it changed the atmosphere on set. The actor also admitted that playing such an iconic character came with extra pressure due to audience expectations

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has fallen victim to online piracy, with leaked footage circulating on social media. Universal Studios said it swiftly initiated takedowns and will pursue legal action. Despite the leak, the film has crossed 600 million USD worldwide

Dhanush addressed the criticism over Raayan winning the National Award for Best Tamil Film, admitting there were stronger films that year. He said he respects fans' opinions but urged them to celebrate the recognition and the effort behind the film

Ranbir Kapoor has dismissed rumours of starring in Dhoom 4. During a Ramayana promotional event, the actor clarified that he is currently focused only on Ramayana and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War, making no mention of the action franchise

Katrina Kaif is yet to sign on for a cameo in Prabhas and Triptii Dimri's Spirit. Sources say the new mom is discussing flexible work hours with director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, with the five-day shoot schedule still under negotiation

Musafir Cafe director Ruchir Arun said Vikrant Massey was always the first choice for Chander, praising the actor for proving that kindness, vulnerability and sincerity can make a romantic hero deeply appealing

Mihir Ahuja and Prajakta Koli reportedly underwent intensive rehearsals for Operation Safed Sagar to convincingly portray a young couple. Director Oni Sen focused on script readings, improvisation and workshops to build their chemistry before filming

Vikrant Massey has reportedly joined Ajay Devgn's action thriller Chauhaan and will play a layered grey character. Meanwhile, Vijay's Jana Nayagan continued its strong run, collecting Rs 116.2 crore net in India during its four-day opening weekend

Aly Goni and Jannat Zubair won Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment Season 3 after weeks of fun-filled cooking challenges and entertaining moments. Jannat credited the entire cast and crew, saying the show's biggest victory was the friendships, teamwork and unforgettable memories created together

Evicted Lock Upp contestant Sufi Motiwala made shocking revelations before exiting the show, alleging he was molested by his college roommate and received an insensitive response from his PG owner after reporting the assault.

Indian Idol 16 winner Jyotirmayee Nayak called becoming the first Odia girl to win the title surreal. She reflected on overcoming vocal issues, revealed her dream collaborators, and said sharing the stage with Shreya Ghoshal was the show's greatest gift

Leaked photos of Sai Pallavi and Vijay Sethupathi filming Mani Ratnam's upcoming movie on Kolkata's Howrah Bridge have gone viral. The visuals reminded fans of 96, with many praising the duo's chemistry and eagerly awaiting the film's official announcement

Filmmaker Puri Jagannadh's mother, Laxmi Narasamma, passed away, leaving the family grieving. His daughter, Pavithra, shared a heartfelt tribute on social media, remembering her grandmother's love, strength and invaluable life lessons while offering an emotional farewell

A viral unboxing video from Ramayana's SDCC 2026 showcase revealed attendees received a gold-coloured shankha as an exclusive souvenir after the trailer preview. The symbolic gift has heightened excitement for the Ranbir Kapoor-led mythological epic

Chiranjeevi and Naga Babu have extended Rs 5 lakh in financial aid to veteran Telugu actor Ramesh after he suffered a brain stroke. The gesture has been widely appreciated, with fans and industry colleagues wishing the Gabbar Singh actor a speedy recovery

Jasmin Bhasin slammed constant questions about marrying longtime boyfriend Aly Goni, calling it a sadist mentality. The actress said marriage is a personal decision and insisted the couple will tie the knot only when they feel ready

Ram Charan is set to undergo wrist surgery at Coimbatore's Ganga Hospital after postponing treatment for an injury sustained while shooting Peddi. The actor delayed the procedure to honour work commitments and is expected to resume work after recovery

Rumours of Katrina Kaif joining Prabhas' Spirit after Deepika Padukone's reported exit have been dismissed. As reported by HT they were just speculation and misinformation, clarifying that there is no truth to claims about her acting comeback

Veteran actress Anita Kanwal alleged she found what appeared to be cat excreta inside a sealed Haldirams snack packet. Sharing a video on Instagram, she demanded a strict investigation, tagged authorities, and urged consumers to avoid the brand until the matter is probed

Hina Khan and Shilpa Shinde's rivalry resurfaced on Lock Upp after Hina criticised Shilpa's gameplay during Judgement Day. Their confrontation reminded viewers of their Bigg Boss 11 clashes, with social media reviving old comparisons

Elvish Yadav recalled his emotional Laughter Chefs 3 journey, saying the finale left everyone in tears. He cherished reuniting with Karan Kundrra as his partner, welcomed Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain's return, and called his aloo wadi his proudest dish

Amaal Mallik said he deleted his recent tweets only to clear his timeline, not because he was retracting his statements. In a new post, he again took an indirect swipe at Tanishk Bagchi, calling him a rat and warning that he would speak up again if needed

Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan were spotted together during an evening walk in New York amid the King shoot. A fan shared a selfie with the couple, calling them Bollywood royalty, and the picture quickly went viral on social media