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Akshay Kumar's 2021 donation transforms school in remote J&K village

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar's generous donation of 1 crore in 2021 has significantly improved the educational facilities at a government school in the Gurez Valley of Jammu and Kashmir.

22 May 2026 6:21 pm
Kamal Haasan requests PM Modi to slash fuel, transportation costs

Actor and politician Kamal Haasan urged Indians to conserve energy and brace for an impending economic crisis due to the ongoing tensions in West Asia.

22 May 2026 6:11 pm
'Animal' actor Saurabh Sachdeva joins Dev Patel's 'The Peasant'

Saurabh Sachdeva, the actor and acting coach known for his roles in Animal and Jaane Jaan, has joined the cast of The Peasant, confirmed The Hollywood Reporter.

22 May 2026 5:58 pm
'Main Vaapas...': Imtiaz reveals he took 'liberties' directing Naseeruddin Shah

Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali recently revealed that he took some liberties while directing veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah in his latest film, Main Vaapas Aaunga.

22 May 2026 5:50 pm
'Ladies First' review: Netflix comedy is not groundbreaking, but watchable

Netflix's comedy-drama Ladies First, which premiered on Friday, stars Sacha Baron Cohen and Rosamund Pike in the lead roles.

22 May 2026 5:43 pm
'Raftaar': Rajkummar-Patralekhaa's first theatrical production will now arrive in October

The much-anticipated film Raftaar, starring Rajkummar Rao and Keerthy Suresh, will be released in theaters on October 16. The film is backed by Amazon MGM Studios and will arrive during the extended Dussehra weekend.

22 May 2026 5:33 pm
Half-brother slams Prateik for exploiting their father, Raj Babbar

Arya Babbar, the son of veteran actor Raj Babbar and his first wife Nadira, has accused his half-brother Prateik of exploiting their father's wealth.

22 May 2026 5:27 pm
Why does Ram Gopal Varma feel Michael Jackson 'backstabbed' him?

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently penned an emotional note on the late pop icon Michael Jackson.

22 May 2026 5:07 pm
Jasmin Bhasin gets candid about 3rd 'Khatron Ke Khiladi' stint

Actor Jasmin Bhasin, who is returning to the stunt reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi for the third time, has opened up about her experience.

22 May 2026 4:58 pm
Richa, Ali to launch New Zealand's first Indian film festival

Actors Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal will be attending the launch of New Zealand's first Indian film festival, The Indian Film Festival of New Zealand (TIFFNZ), on June 2.

22 May 2026 4:44 pm
Sonu Nigam to kick off tour with Abu Dhabi concert

Singer Sonu Nigam is set to launch his upcoming world tour, The Revolution, with a grand standalone arena debut in Abu Dhabi.

22 May 2026 4:32 pm
'Maatrubhumi': Heera Sohal calls working with Salman 'dream come true'

Heera Sohal recently opened up about her experience working with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan on the upcoming movie Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace.

22 May 2026 4:26 pm
'Peddi': 'Hellallallo' teaser out, song to launch with live concert

The makers of the upcoming Telugu film Peddi have released a promo clip for its song Hellallallo.

22 May 2026 4:18 pm
Jada Pinkett Smith secures legal fees from Will Smith's ex-friend

Actor Jada Pinkett Smith has won a legal battle against her husband Will Smith's former friend, Bilaal Salaam.

22 May 2026 4:16 pm
Is Kangana secretly married? Report debunks rumors

Kangana Ranaut's recent public appearances have sparked speculation about her marital status.

22 May 2026 4:10 pm
How 'Once Upon a Time...' sparked tension between Pitt, Tarantino

Hollywood legends Quentin Tarantino and Brad Pitt have worked together on multiple projects, most notably the 2019 film Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood.

22 May 2026 4:06 pm
'It's a joke': Divyenndu on credibility of Indian award shows

Bollywood actor Divyenndu Sharma, popularly known as Divyenndu, recently criticized the credibility of Indian film award shows.

22 May 2026 4:00 pm
Kangana Ranaut sparks marriage rumors with 'mangalsutra' sighting

Bollywood actor-politician Kangana Ranaut has sparked speculation about her personal life after she was spotted wearing a mangalsutra and green bangles in a recent video.

22 May 2026 3:51 pm
Lupita Nyong'o responds to 'The Odyssey' casting backlash

Lupita Nyong'o has addressed the backlash over her casting as Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's upcoming film The Odyssey.

22 May 2026 3:43 pm
'The Batman Part II' begins production in Liverpool

The production of The Batman Part II has officially begun in Liverpool.

22 May 2026 3:41 pm
'The Boys's Erin Moriarty reveals 'mental-health crisis' amid Graves' disease

Erin Moriarty, known for her role in the hit series The Boys, has opened up about her struggle with Graves' disease.

22 May 2026 2:32 pm
'Chand Mera Dil' review: Lakshya, Ananya lead exhausting, pointless romance

Karan Johar-led Dharma Productions, once the mecca of romantic films, has lately been struggling to find its voice again.

22 May 2026 2:31 pm
Padma Awards 2026: Who is Mir Hajibhai Kasambhai?

The Government of India announced the recipients of the Padma Awards 2026 in January. Now, they are gearing up for the official ceremony on May 25.

22 May 2026 2:00 pm
Murder convict turned Bollywood actor while evading police for 12yrs

The Ahmedabad Crime Branch apprehended a murder convict-turned-actor who had been evading arrest for 12 years after jumping parole.

22 May 2026 1:39 pm
Jessie J is now cancer-free: 'Sobbed for hours'

Jessie J has announced she is officially cancer-free after a year-long battle with breast cancer.

22 May 2026 1:18 pm
Meet Taga Ram Bheel: Famed algoza player receives Padma Shri

President Droupadi Murmu is set to honor Taga Ram Bheel, a renowned folk musician from Rajasthan, with the Padma Shri award next week.

22 May 2026 1:11 pm
Its been a joy: Colbert wraps up The Late Show

After more than 1,800 episodes, Stephen Colbert has bid adieu to The Late Show.

22 May 2026 12:07 pm
'Michael' sequel to tell 'incredibly entertaining' stories from singer's life

The biopic Michael has confirmed a sequel, with Lionsgate studio announcing its progress during a quarterly earnings call on Thursday, reported Variety.

22 May 2026 11:50 am
Bumper opening: 'Drishyam 3' collects 48cr globally on Day 1

The much-awaited Malayalam film Drishyam 3, starring Mohanlal, was released on Thursday. It reportedly grossed over 35 crore in advance bookings and opened to a strong response at the box office.

22 May 2026 11:44 am
Why Patralekhaa-Maanvi Gagroo's road trip film got a new title

The upcoming road trip drama Heer Sara Aur Pondicherry, starring Patralekhaa and Maanvi Gagroo, has been retitled to just Heer Sara.

22 May 2026 11:36 am
'System' review: Jyotika, Sonakshi's film is watchable but underwhelming

The legal thriller System, out now on Amazon Prime Video, stars Jyotika, Sonakshi Sinha, and Ashutosh Gowariker in the lead roles.

22 May 2026 12:02 am
'Drishyam 3' review: Mohanlal brings the thrills in gripping drama

Whether you know him as Georgekutty or as Vijay Salgaonkar, one thing is certain: it's tough not to be enamored by this mastermind who's always ahead of the law.

21 May 2026 5:39 pm
'Survivor 50' contestants join 'The White Lotus' Season 4

Kamilla Karthigesu and Charlie Davis, contestants from Survivor 50, will make appearances in the fourth season of HBO's hit show The White Lotus, confirmed Deadline.

21 May 2026 5:30 pm
What is Stephen Colbert's next chapter after 'The Late Show'?

Stephen Colbert is leaving CBS's The Late Show, a seat once held by David Letterman.

21 May 2026 5:30 pm
Police conclude Kim So-hyun never dated Sae-ron as a minor

The long-running legal battle involving South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun, the late actor Kim Sae-ron, and YouTube channel Hoverlab (GaroSero Research Institute) has reached a major turning point.

21 May 2026 5:25 pm
Mohit Malik exits Netflix's 'Yeh Dil Sun Raha Hai'

Actor Mohit Malik has quit the upcoming Netflix show, Yeh Dil Sun Raha Hai, due to creative differences with the makers, reported News18.

21 May 2026 5:14 pm
Bezos thinks Melania Trump documentary was a 'good business decision'

Jeff Bezos, the founder and executive chairman of Amazon, has defended the company's controversial documentary on US First Lady Melania Trump.

21 May 2026 5:06 pm
Cannes screens Rami Malek's 'Man I Love': What to expect

The 79th Cannes Film Festival is currently underway in France, with several global films being screened.

21 May 2026 4:54 pm
Rashmika, Vijay's wedding planner reveals couple didn't 'follow the trends'

The wedding of actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda, held in February 2026, is still making headlines.

21 May 2026 4:47 pm
Bhagyashree reveals why 'Maine Pyar Kiya' scene was shot differently

Bhagyashree, who played Suman in the blockbuster Maine Pyar Kiya, recently revealed that one of the most iconic scenes from the film could have been different.

21 May 2026 4:40 pm
Is 'Sairaab' inspired by Priyanka-Nick's love story? Here's the truth

Star Plus has sparked curiosity with the teaser of its upcoming musical drama, Sairaab.

21 May 2026 4:26 pm
'King' team on high alert after AI leak goes viral

The production team of Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming film King has ramped up security measures amid an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-generated fan edit going viral online.

21 May 2026 3:54 pm
Matthew Perry's mother slams ex assistant in victim impact statement

Suzanne Morrison, the mother of late actor Matthew Perry, has slammed his assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, in a victim impact statement obtained by People.

21 May 2026 3:13 pm
'Bandar' trailer: Bobby Deol gets caught in a murky trap

The official trailer for the upcoming film Bandar has been released, giving viewers a glimpse into its dark narrative.

21 May 2026 3:10 pm
'India Story': Teaser of Kajal-Shreyas starrer to be out soon

Film analyst Taran Adarsh recently revealed that the teaser of The India Story will be released soon.

21 May 2026 3:02 pm
June 4 or 5? Here's when 'Dhurandhar 2' hits JioHotstar

The much-awaited digital premiere of Dhurandhar: The Revenge on JioHotstar is just around the corner. The film, starring Ranveer Singh, will have a grand digital premiere on June 4 evening. However, it will be available to stream from June 5.

21 May 2026 2:52 pm
Mohanlal starrer 'Drishyam 3' to get a sequel?

The much-anticipated third installment of the Drishyam franchise, Drishyam 3, was released on Thursday to a record-breaking opening in major markets.

21 May 2026 2:38 pm
'Bhojpuri Bawaal': Pawan Singh, Amrapali to star in reality show

The upcoming reality show Bhojpuri Bawaal, set to air on JioHotstar and Colors, will feature some of the biggest names in Bhojpuri entertainment, reported Variety India.

21 May 2026 2:35 pm
Mammootty's journey from lawyer to superstar amid Padma Bhushan honor

Mammootty, the legendary Malayalam actor, was announced as one of the recipients of the prestigious Padma Bhushan Award back in January.

21 May 2026 1:34 pm
Matt Damon to lead 'Everything Everywhere...' director duo's next film?

Hollywood actor Matt Damon is in talks to lead the next project by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, the directors of Everything Everywhere All at Once, reported Deadline.

21 May 2026 12:33 pm